Washington ‘demands control’ from Kyiv of key pipeline carrying Russian gas: Reuters

The United States has demanded control of a crucial pipeline in Ukraine used to send Russian gas to Europe, according to reports, in a move described as a colonial shakedown.

Trump extends Russia sanctions for another year

President Donald Trump has prolonged US sanctions on Russia for 12 months, based on the supposition that Moscow still poses a serious threat to the country’s national security.

White House says Iran talks positive, constructive

The White House called Saturday's negotiations between US President Donald Trump's Middle East envoy and Iran’s foreign minister a step in the right direction,  confirming plans for follow-up talks next week.

Iran says talks with US held in constructive atmosphere, negotiations to continue next week

Iran says the first round of nuclear talks with the US was held in a constructive atmosphere in the Omani capital, Muscat, and that the two sides have agreed to pursue the negotiations next week.

Vibrant spring tulips bloom in Tehran’s Iranian Garden

The Iranian Garden in Tehran is now adorned with colorful spring tulips, creating a stunning natural display.

Iranian vice president: Economist Tayebnia top candidate for vacant economy minister position

Iran's Executive Deputy President Jafar Ghaem-Panah has announced that former economy minister and senior economist, Ali Tayebnia, has been proposed as the main candidate for minister of economic affairs and finance.

Indirect Iran-US talks in Oman in a nutshell

Indirect negotiations between Tehran and Washington on Iran’s nuclear program will begin later on Saturday in Muscat, Oman. The talks will be facilitated by Omani Foreign Minister Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi.

Former Iran FM Salehi on eve of Oman talks: Negotiation always better than war

Ali Akbar Salehi, Iran’s former foreign minister and nuclear chief, has said that "negotiation is always better than war," especially as indirect talks between Tehran and Washington are scheduled to begin in Oman on Saturday.

“Father of Iran’s nuclear technology” dies

Akbar Etemad, the first director of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran AEOI, known as the Father of Iran’s nuclear technology, has died at the age of 95.

Iran faces summer power crisis as drought worsens, daylight saving debate reignites

Iran's power grid is under severe strain as a prolonged drought reduces hydropower generation while summer electricity demand reaches record levels, raising fears of widespread blackouts in coming months.

Iranian official: West practicing hypocrisy on human rights

A senior Iranian official has denounced Western human rights claims as "hollow" during an emotional visit with victims of former Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein's chemical weapons attacks, reigniting decades-old grievances about foreign complicity in Iraq's WMD program.

Iran’s Stone Garden: A silent protest turned tourist attraction

In the heart of Iran's Kerman desert lies an eerie orchard where trees bear stones instead of fruit.

Iran atomic chief highlights nuclear breakthroughs, defies Western ‘red lines’

Iran's nuclear chief announced on Friday that the country has achieved three major nuclear milestones at international standards, defying ‘illegitimate red lines’ imposed by Western powers.

New figures: Iran-Saudi trade sees astonishing 6,483% growth

Iran's non-oil trade with Saudi Arabia skyrocketed by an unprecedented 6,483% in the past 12 months, marking the most dramatic growth among all neighboring countries as the former rivals continue to mend relations, according to official customs data released Friday.

Iran Foreign Ministry: Saturday talks to test US intentions, seriousness

The Iranian Foreign Ministry stated that upcoming diplomatic talks on Saturday over Iran’s nuclear program will serve as a test to evaluate the intentions and seriousness of the United States.

Iran Leader ddvisor: Continued external threats could lead to expulsion of IAEA onspectors from Iran

Ali Shamkhani, political advisor to the Leader of Iran's Islamic Revolution, warned that the persistence of external threats and placing Iran under the conditions of a military attack could lead to deterrent actions, such as expelling inspectors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) from Iran.

China dismisses role in war against Ukraine, calls on Kyiv to temper rhetoric

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian has once again denied Beijing's involvement in Russia's all-out war against Ukraine, urging Kyiv to refrain "from irresponsible remarks."

Top Iranian MP: Negotiating team in Oman will act based on natl. interests

As indirect talks between Iran and the U.S. are scheduled to take place in Oman on Saturday, a senior Iranian lawmaker emphasized that the country’s negotiating team will act strictly in line with national interests and that Iran’s defensive capabilities remain a vital backing for diplomacy.

AEOI Chief: Nuclear power can resolve Iran’s energy imbalances

Mohammad Eslami, head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), said that nuclear power will play a key role in addressing the country’s energy shortfalls and structural imbalances.

Russia and US conduct another prisoner swap

Moscow and Washington have conducted another prisoner swap in Abu Dhabi, the Wall Street Journal has reported, citing CIA officials.

Hamas launches legal challenge against UK terror designation: MEE

The Palestinian group Hamas has instructed British lawyers to appeal the UK's 2021 decision to designate the movement as a terrorist organisation, Middle East Eye revealed.

Official: Iran loses $140 million daily to fuel smuggling as tracking systems fail

Iran is losing between 20-28 million liters of fuel daily to smuggling operations, costing the country $140 million in potential export revenues each day, according to a member of Iran's Anti-Smuggling Headquarters.

A football oasis in nature’s crown in Iran’s Kordestan

In the stunning landscapes of the Deyvaznav village, in Iran’s Kordestan Province, lies a unique artificial grass football field that sparkles like a gem in the heart of nature.

Kazan becomes Isfahan’s 16th sister city in historic ceremony

The ancient cities of Isfahan in Iran and Kazan in Russia formalized a sister-city partnership on Wednesday during a signing ceremony at Isfahan's UNESCO-listed Chehel Sotoun Palace.

Official links undocumented Afghans to tuberculosis spread in Iran, announces border crackdown

Iran's deputy interior minister for security affairs has raised public health concerns regarding undocumented Afghan migrants, acknowledging they account for approximately 25% of tuberculosis cases in Iran.

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