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26th Iran Health Exhibition held in Tehran

The 26th edition of the Iran Health Exhibition, officially titled Iran Health 1404, opened on Sunday, at Tehran International Permanent Fairground.

Iran’s Olfati wins historic gold at Asian Gymnastics Championships

Iranian gymnast Mehdi Olfati claimed a historic gold medal in the vault final at the Asian Gymnastics Championships, scoring 14.500 and outperforming Olympic and world champions from China and the Philippines.

Report: Iran football club Esteghlal appoints Brazilian coach Fabio Carille as head coach

Iranian football club Esteghlal has reportedly reached an agreement with Brazilian manager Fabio Carille to take over as head coach ahead of the new season.

Millions in Iran mark Eid al-Adha with prayers, reflection amid global Muslim observance

Millions of Iranians joined Muslims worldwide on Friday to observe Eid al-Adha, one of the holiest days in the Islamic calendar.

Iranian President urges solidarity among Muslims on occasion of Eid al-Adha

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian extended his warm congratulations to the leaders and people of Islamic countries on the occasion of Eid al-Adha, a celebration that embodies submission to the Almighty, calling for solidarity and unity among Muslims.

Islamic states should block all avenues of assistance to Israel: Iran’s Leader

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei has stressed that Muslim governments must block all avenues of assistance to the Zionist regime and restrain their criminal hands from continuing barbaric actions in the Gaza Strip.

Iran’s first seismology professor, Bahram Akasheh, dies at 89

Dr. Bahram Akasheh, widely regarded as the father of seismology in Iran, has passed away at the age of 89.

Iran Athletics Federation issues apology after reported sexual misconduct arrests in South Korea

The Iran Athletics Federation has issued a statement expressing regret and apologizing after South Korean media reported the arrest of two Iranian athletes and a coach on allegations of sexual harassment during the Asian Athletics Championships in South Korea.

Gas leak at Shiraz refinery in southern Iran kills three

The death toll from a gas leak at the Shiraz Oil Refining Company (SORC), in southern Iran, has risen to three, local officials confirmed on Sunday.

Esteghlal clinches Iran’s Hazfi Cup title after extra-time victory over Malavan

Iran's Esteghlal FC were crowned champions of the 2023–2024 Hazfi Cup after edging past Malavan with a 1–0 victory in extra time on Thursday night at Imam Khomeini Stadium in Arak, western Iran.

Iranian Official: Nurse migration drops sharply amid renewed hope, govt. support

Iran’s Deputy Health Minister for Nursing Affairs, Dr. Abbas Ebadi, announced a significant decline in nurse migration in 2024.

Saudi interior minister hails positive ties with Iran in Hajj talks

Saudi Interior Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif expressed satisfaction with the current state of Iran-Saudi relations, stating that the positive ties between the two countries benefit both the region and the broader Islamic world.

Iranian cleric Ghasemian released from Saudi custody

Iranian cleric Gholamreza Ghasemian, reportedly close to principlist politician Saeed Jalili, has been released from detention in Saudi Arabia following efforts by Iran’s consulate.

Iranian MP urges legal action against cleric Ghasemian over remarks in Saudi Arabia

Mohammad-Mehdi Shahriari, a member of the Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Commission, has called for legal proceedings against cleric Gholamreza Ghasemian following his controversial remarks in Saudi Arabia, which many view as diplomatically damaging.

Iran faces worst water crisis in decades amid 40% drop in rainfall

Iran is facing one of its most critical water years on record, with national rainfall down by 40% compared to last year, pushing key water reservoirs to the brink of crisis, a senior official has warned.

Iran’s Hajj authority urges pilgrims to avoid divisive acts following controversial remarks

In response to recent controversial comments made by cleric Gholamreza Ghasemian, Iran’s Hajj and Pilgrimage Organization has called on pilgrims to respect Saudi laws and avoid actions that could create discord during the annual Hajj.

Aluminum company in Iran fined for pollution, ordered to plant 100,000 trees

As part of a court ruling over air pollution charges, the Iran Aluminum Company (IRALCO) has been ordered to plant and maintain 100,000 trees over a two-year period.

Photo of Iranian female firefighters battling blaze goes viral

A photo capturing female firefighters actively participating in extinguishing an early Sunday morning blaze in Tehran has gone viral on social media, drawing widespread attention and praise.

Land subsidence reaches 10 meters from Naqsh-e Rostam, 300 meters from Persepolis

Alarm is growing over land subsidence near some of Iran’s most iconic cultural heritage sites.

Iran’s Shabanpour wins U18 tennis world tour title

Iranian tennis player Hana Shabanpour claimed the championship title at the ITF World Tennis Tour Juniors (J30), held in Isfahan, Iran.

Iran’s Afsaneh Hessamifard one step away from mountaineering history

Afsaneh Hessamifard, an Iranian doctor and accomplished mountaineer, has successfully summited Kangchenjunga, the world’s third-highest peak at 8,586 meters, marking her 13th ascent of the world’s 14 peaks over 8,000 meters.

Iran’s para-karate team wins 4th Asian championship title

The Iranian national para-karate team has claimed the championship title at the 4th Asian Para-Karate Championships held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.

Iranian women crowned Asian Alysh wrestling champions

Iran’s women’s national Alysh wrestling team clinched the championship title in the classic style category at the Asian Alysh Wrestling Championships held Friday in New Delhi, India.

Caspian Sea water levels dropping at alarming rate, Iran’s environment chief warns

Iran’s Vice President and Head of the Department of Environment, Shina Ansari, has warned that the Caspian Sea is facing an “unprecedented ecological threat” as its water levels continue to decline at an alarming rate.

President Pezeshkian performs heart surgery during trip to Tabriz

In a rare and symbolic gesture, Iranian President Dr. Massoud Pezeshkian, a renowned heart surgeon, donned his surgical gown once again and performed open-heart surgery at Shahid Madani Hospital in Tabriz during his provincial visit to East Azarbaijan.

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