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Iran’s health minister: 5,700 injured in conflict with Israel, international complaint planned

Iran’s Minister of Health, Mohammad Reza Zafarghandi, announced that approximately 5,700 people were injured during the recent 12-day conflict with the US-Israeli alliance, and called for international legal action against violations of humanitarian principles by Israel.

Iran’s IRGC vows decisive response to any US-Israeli assault

The Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has announced it is fully ready to deliver a forceful response to any threats posed by adversaries, emphasizing its commitment to safeguarding Iran’s sovereignty and security.

Iran’s foreign minister warns Europe against snapback mechanism

Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has warned that activation of the UN "snapback" mechanism by European countries could lead to political and diplomatic setbacks, though its economic impact on Iran would be limited.

Iranian president pays tribute to children killed in Israeli attacks

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian attended a memorial ceremony on Wednesday honoring children killed during the 12-day conflict involving Israeli military.

Iran confiscates large US-made arms smuggled by groups linked to Mossad

Iran’s Intelligence Department in Sistan and Balouchestan province announced the seizure of the largest shipment of US-made weapons discovered in southeastern Iran to date smuggled by groups linked to Israel's Mossad.

Political Party chief: Larijani’s moderate approach a positive shift for policy-making

Deputy Secretary General of Iran's Moderation and Development Party Mahmoud Vaezi has hailed the appointment of former parliament speaker Ali Larijani to a key decision-making position within the Strategic Council for Foreign Relations.

Iran says it cannot trust US after attack on nuclear facilities

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei has stated that Tehran does not trust Washington following US onslaught on the country’s nuclear sites.

Iran demands security guarantees before resuming U.S. talks

Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht-Ravanchi has said Tehran will not return to negotiations with the United States unless it receives firm guarantees that military attacks will not disrupt diplomacy again.

Larijani appointed Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council

Iran's President Massoud Pezeshkian has appointed Ali Larijani as the new Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council (SNSC), a pivotal position in Iran’s national security architecture.

Tehran officials raise alarm over crimes by undocumented migrants

Theft is the most common crime committed by illegal migrants in Tehran, according to the province's Judiciary Deputy for Social Affairs and Crime Prevention.

Iranian parliament speaker: Majlis is offspring of Constitutional Revolution

Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, the Speaker of Iran’s Parliament, marked the anniversary of the Constitutional Revolution over a century ago by emphasizing the nation’s historic resistance to despotism and foreign domination.

Former IRGC chief commander: Peace requires power and readiness to repel aggression

Former IRGC commander during the Iran-Iraq War and current member of Iran's Expediency Council Mohsen Rezaii has said there is an essential link between national security and military preparedness.

Iranian MP: No physical access to nuclear sites to be granted to IAEA officials

The head of the Iranian Parliament National Security and Foreign Policy Commission has firmly announced that no physical access will be granted to the country’s nuclear facilities during the upcoming visit of International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) representatives.

New details emerge about Israeli missile strike on Iranian Supreme National Security Council meeting

The executive deputy to the Iranian president has disclosed new details about an Israeli missile strike targeting a session of Iran's Supreme National Security Council during the 12-day conflict in June.

Foreign Ministry Spokesman: IAEA official to visit Tehran

Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman said that an official from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will travel to Tehran in less than 10 days.

Iran sends official letter to UN rejecting legality of snapback mechanism

Iran has submitted an official letter to the UN Secretary-General and members of the Security Council declaring the reactivation of the “snapback” mechanism to unleash sanctions as illegal and lacking legal basis, according to senior Iranian officials.

Iran’s top security body approves establishment of Defense Council

Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) has approved the formation of a Defense Council as part of major structural changes to the nation's strategic defense policies.

Seddiqi steps down as Tehran Friday Prayer leader amid real estate scandal

Ayatollah Kazem Seddiqi has resigned from his long-held position as interim Friday Prayer Imam of Tehran.

Iranian president stresses regional security, interdependence, invites Pakistani PM to Tehran

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian emphasized the interconnected nature of regional security during a high-level meeting in Pakistan, stating that peace, stability, and calm in the region are vital prerequisites for advancing economic and trade relations among neighboring nations.

Iran govt. withdraws controversial internet regulation bill to review freedom of expression concerns

The Iranian government has officially withdrawn a proposed bill aimed at countering the spread of false information on social media, citing the need for further review to better align with constitutional protections for free speech.

Iranian president receives official welcome in Islamabad, plants sapling at PM residence

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian, currently on a two-day official visit to Pakistan, was formally received by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad on Sunday.

Army chief: Iran’s missile, drone capabilities fully operational amid ongoing threats

Iran's Army Commander Major General Amir Hatami said on Sunday that the Islamic Republic does not consider external threats to be over, emphasizing that its missile and drone capabilities remain fully operational and ready for deployment.

Iran says no rush for US talks amid regional tensions

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister and head of the Institute for Political and International Studies, Saeed Khatibzadeh, has stated that Tehran is in no hurry to enter talks with the US unless firm guarantees for results are provided.

Iran to form national defense council following recent Israeli aggression

Iran plans to establish a National Defense Council based on Article 176 of its Constitution, amid rising regional tensions and in the wake of recent military aggression by the Zionist regime and the US.

Iran says talks with E3 faced with complexity

The spokesperson for the Iranian administration has dismissed the notion that the negotiations between Tehran and the European troika are directed at reaching a deal, saying the negotiations about the Islamic Republic’s nuclear program have run into a complicated situation.

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