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Iranian cyber police have detained 23 individuals for allegedly selling counterfeit meteorites online, capitalizing on renewed public interest sparked by the popular TV series Paytaxt, the Capital.
Tehran's deputy governor for political and social affairs, revealed that approximately 85% of child laborers collected in the capital are Afghan nationals, adding that the children receive training at specialized centers before being returned to their families.
The Iranian foreign minister underlined the firm determination of the Islamic Republic of Iran to comprehensively boost ties with China within the framework of the Iran-China comprehensive strategic partnership treaty.
Former Iranian president Hassan Rouhani has stated that a renewed nuclear agreement with the US was ready to be signed in 2021, but was prevented by domestic political opponents.
Iran's Parliament voted down both emergency motions seeking to grant the government authority to adjust the country's official clock and working hours.
Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian has reaffirmed the deep-rooted cultural, historical, and religious ties between Iran and neighboring Republic of Azerbaijan, stating that the two nations are “parts of one body” with shared interests built on age-old friendship.
Imprisoned Iranian reformist figure Mostafa Tajzadeh was reportedly allowed to speak by phone with opposition leaders Mir Hossein Mousavi and his wife, Zahra Rahnavard, who have been under house arrest for 14 years.
Iran’s Foreign Minister, Seyed Abbas Araqchi, has described closer collaboration among like-minded countries, including Iran and China, as essential to counter bullying and unilateralism. He has also emphasized Tehran’s firm determination to expand comprehensive relations with Beijing.
The son of Mehdi Karroubi announced that security forces officially ended their physical presence at his father’s residence, marking the formal conclusion of the opposition leader's house arrest after more than 14 years.
Tehran’s main focus in the ongoing indirect talks with Washington is the effective removal of sanctions, Government Spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani has stated.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says Tehran is ready to reach an agreement with the US within a defined framework and while preserving national interests, but if the US refuses to negotiate on an equal footing, Iran will continue down its own path.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has sent his condolences on the death of Pope Francis, paying tribute to the late religious leader for his condemnation of the Israeli genocidal crimes.
Iran's Armed Forces General Staff issued a statement commemorating the 45th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC), praising the elite force as the nation's "indomitable defensive shield" and a key player in regional security.
A PhD student at the University of Tehran was reportedly severely beaten by staff at the Afghan Embassy, where he had referred to renew his passport, leaving him hospitalized and fearing for his life.
The spokesperson for Iran’s Foreign Ministry emphasized that Tehran’s fundamental demand in any negotiations with Washington is the removal of sanctions in a way that has tangible and fully effective results.
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has emphasized the necessity of trilateral cooperation between Iran, Russia, and China to address global challenges during an interview with Russia’s RT network.
Following the recent round of indirect negotiations between Iran and the United States in Rome, Kazem Gharibabadi, Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs, briefed lawmakers on the outcomes of the talks.
Iran’s ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Alireza Enayati, described the recent visit of Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman to Iran as a significant diplomatic development, signaling a sovereign-level engagement and a broader regional shift toward dialogue and de-escalation.
Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi described the atmosphere in the indirect talks on Saturday with the US in Rome as "relatively positive," leading to progress on key principles of a potential agreement. However, he cautioned that optimism should remain measured.
Delegations from Iran and the US have agreed on a new round of technical negotiations at the level of experts, due to be held in Oman on Wednesday, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araqchi stated after the second round of talks in Italy's Rome on Saturday.
Iranian security forces killed the operational commander of the so-called Jaish al-Adl terrorist group during a large-scale counterterrorism operation in southeastern Iran, state media reported.
Iran’s President Massoud Pezeshkian hailed the country’s Army as an indispensable pillar of national security during a ceremony commemorating Army Day on Friday.
The Defense Minister of Saudi Arabia, Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, emphasized that engagement with Iran is the foundation of security cooperation in the region, which will lead to further prosperity for the regional countries.
Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has touched on “some of Iran’s advancements”, telling Saudi Arabia's Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman that Tehran is ready to share them with Riyadh.
