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Iran ranks third worldwide in land subsidence amid severe groundwater loss

Iran now ranks as the world’s third most-affected country by land subsidence, a senior official from the Ministry of Roads and Urban Development warned, citing alarming levels of groundwater depletion across the country.

Two Iranian climbers missing in Kyrgyzstan’s Issyk-Kul region

Two Iranian climbers, Maryam Pilevari and Hassan Seifollah, have gone missing while mountaineering in the Issyk-Kul region of Kyrgyzstan, after losing contact with their base. Authorities have yet to determine their whereabouts.

Iranian Astronomy Olympiad Team crowned world’s best for second consecutive year

The National Astronomy and Astrophysics Olympiad Team of the Islamic Republic of Iran has once again brought great pride to the nation by securing the title of the world’s most decorated team for the second year in a row at the International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics (IOAA) in India.

Rare manuscript on Prophet Muhammad displayed by Iran’s National Library

On the occasion of the anniversary of the passing of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and the martyrdom of Imam Hasan al-Mujtaba (AS), the second Shia Imam, on Friday, Iran’s National Library has introduced a rare and valuable manuscript titled Ma’arij al-Nubuwwah fi Madarij al-Futuwah.

“Retreat of Caspian Sea could lead to desertification of coastal areas”

Iranian climatologist Nima Farid Mojtahedi has sounded the alarm over the continued retreat of the Caspian Sea.

Iran clinches bronze at FIBA Asia Cup 2025

Iran’s national basketball team defeated New Zealand in the third-place playoff of the 2025 Asia Cup, securing the bronze medal.

Massive fire erupts at oil and lubricant warehouse in southern Tehran

A large fire broke out on Sunday evening at a private warehouse storing petroleum and lubricant materials in Rey, south of the capital, injuring at least two people.

Fires continue in Iraqi section of Hoor al-Azim wetland, Iranian side controlled

Wildfires in the Iraqi section of the Hoor al-Azim wetland are still burning, while Iranian authorities report the blaze on their side has been contained, according to local environmental officials.

Iran wins Greco-Roman wrestling title at Serbia tournament with 8 medals

Iran’s Greco-Roman wrestling team claimed the championship at the international tournament in Serbia, securing three gold, one silver, and four bronze medals against strong competitors from several leading wrestling nations.

Iran to miss 2025 Sitting Volleyball World Cup in US

Iran’s men’s national team will not participate in the 2025 Sitting Volleyball World Cup in Fort Wayne, the United States.

3 Iranians ranked among Asia’s greatest footballers

Mad Football has released its all-time ranking of Asia’s best footballers, with three Iranian legends being on the list.

Famous Iranian Baluch musician shot dead at a gathering 

Shamseddin Motrebian, a celebrated musician and singer from Mirjaveh in southeast Iran has been shot and killed during a gathering. 

Tehran street temperatures exceed Lut Desert heat 

Recent measurements reveal that surface temperatures on the Iranian capital Tehran’s streets can surpass those of the Lut Desert, one of the hottest places on Earth. 

Bus carrying Iranian pilgrims crashes in Iraq, injuring 43 

The Iranian Red Crescent Society has reported that 43 Iranian pilgrims were injured early Friday when their bus veered off the road in Iraq, about 10 kilometers from the Mehran border crossing. 

Iran FM Araghchi meets custodians of Imam Hussein Shrine after Arbaeen pilgrimage walk

Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi, who arrived in Najaf on the eve of Arbaeen, participated in the pilgrimage walk to Karbala, Iraq.

Arbaeen pilgrimage walk for those unable to travel to Iraq held nationwide in Iran

The annual Arbaeen pilgrimage walk for those unable to travel to Iraq was held on Thursday, taking place simultaneously across Iran.

Iran defeats Chinese Taipei 78-75 to reach FIBA Asian Cup Semifinals

Iran’s national basketball team staged a remarkable comeback to beat Chinese Taipei 78-75 in the quarterfinals of the FIBA Asia Cup, securing a place among the tournament’s top four teams.

Iran breaks US monopoly with advanced nano-radiopharmaceutical for cancer detection

Iranian researchers have localized the advanced nano-radiopharmaceutical technology, breaking the US monopoly in cancer diagnostic drugs.

Iran expands quantum research across nine leading universities

Iran has launched a major initiative to expand quantum laboratories across nine leading universities. Thta's according to Secretary of Iran's National Quantum Committee Vahid Jansari.

Iran’s Sardar Azmoun wins UAE Pro League Golden Ball in first season

Iranian international forward Sardar Azmoun has been named the UAE Pro League’s Best Player of the Season, winning the prestigious Golden Ball award in a ceremony held at Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi.

Iranian basketball skyscrapers defeat Japan to top Group B in 2025 FIBA Asia Cup

In the ongoing 2025 FIBA Asia Cup, Iran’s national basketball team has claimed a crucial victory over Japan in their second group-stage match. The match happened on  Friday.

Passenger train derails in Iran, no injuries reported

A passenger train traveling from the Iranian capital Tehran to southeastern city of Kerman derailed early Friday near the city of Siriz, local officials said.

Arbaeen pilgrims march toward Karbala, Iraq

Pilgrims and devotees of Imam Hussein, the third Shia Imam, journeying from southern Iraqi cities such as Basra toward Karbala pass through the province of Diwaniyah.

Iraqi popular mobilization forces on high alert to secure Arbaeen pilgrimage

Units of Iraq’s Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF), known as al-Hashd al-Shaabi, have been placed on high alert across several provinces, including Karbala, Najaf, Basra, and Diyala, to conduct comprehensive field security inspections along the pilgrimage routes in preparation for Arbaeen.

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.

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