Thursday, February 26, 2026

Politics

Iran’s Makran coast should become future economic hub in West Asia: FM

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has highlighted the significance of the Makran coast along the Sea of Oman, stating the “lost paradise” must be transformed into the economic hub of Iran and West Asia.

Iran, Lebanon say ready for ‘constructive talks’ to resume passenger flights

Iranian Foreign Minister, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, and his Lebanese counterpart, Yousseff Rajji, say they are ready to address issues surrounding the cancellation of civilian flights from Tehran to Beirut.

Iranian officials investigate murder of Tehran University student amid public outcry

The tragic murder of Amir Mohammad Khaleghi, a 19-year-old student at Tehran University, has sparked nationwide outrage and prompted swift action from Iranian officials.

Tehran condemns Washington’s ‘inappropriate behavior’ against Iranian nationals

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei has deplored the US government’s “inappropriate and humiliating” treatment of immigrants, including Iranian nationals, calling it unjustified and a violation of human rights standards.

Iran condemns Israeli threat against passenger plane, calls on Lebanon to remove restrictions

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman, Esmail Baqaei, condemned Israel’s threats against an Iranian passenger plane carrying Lebanese citizens, calling it a clear violation of international law and Lebanon’s sovereignty.

Iran says received messages from Damascus amid Moscow talks

Iran’s Special Representative for Syrian Affairs has revealed that Tehran has received indirect messages from Damascus regarding the ongoing situation in Syria.

University of Tehran students rally over stabbing to death of fellow student by muggers

A number of University of Tehran students have held a protest over the tragic death of a student by two muggers.

Iranian ambassador urges Lebanon to resolve issue of flight restrictions wisely

The Iranian ambassador to Lebanon has urged Lebanese officials to resolve the issue of restrictions on flights from Iran to the Arab country.

Iranian official denies report on Leader’s order to ‘increase missile range’ as ‘utterly false’

A member of the Office for the Preservation and Publication of the Works of the Iranian Leader has refuted claims by a newspaper about Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei's directive to extend missile ranges.

Iranian MP advocates for nuclear armament, citing North Korea’s example

A member of the Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Committee has suggested that Iran should pursue the development of nuclear weapons to bolster its deterrence capabilities, arguing that North Korea's possession of nuclear weapons has resulted in a more conciliatory stance from the US.

Iran calls out US hypocrisy

The Iranian Foreign Ministry has released a fact sheet denouncing the United States long list of historically hostile actions towards Iran includung the "maximum pressure" campaign.

Iran president says Tehran not to back down from any threat

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has condemned Washington's policies toward Tehran as hostile, stating that the Iranian people have recognized these double standards and will no longer be deterred from their path by such deceit.

Iran showcases unmanned Submersible, suicide UAV

An unmanned submersible capable of launching suicide drones was unveiled on Wednesday during a meeting of scientists, officials, and specialists from the Islamic Republic of Iran's defense industry with Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei.

Ayatollah Khamenei says Iranians sent ‘message of unity’ to world on Revolution anniversary

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has commended the Iranian nation for relaying its “message of unity” to the international community on the 46th anniversary of the country’s 1979 Islamic Revolution amid enemy’s threats.

Govt. spokeswoman says Iran has active plan to counter US maximum pressure campaign

The spokesperson for the Iranian government has stated that the administration has an active plan to counter the so-called "maximum pressure" campaign by Washington against Tehran and to neutralize sanctions, emphasizing that these difficult conditions will be overcome with public support.

Iran border guards rescue 250 stranded Afghan Nationals amid severe snowstorm

Iranian border guards rescued 250 undocumented Afghan nationals who were stranded in severe snow and blizzard conditions along the northeastern border of Iran.

Former diplomat criticizes misinterpretation of Trump’s Iran policy directive

A former Iranian diplomat has raised concerns over the misinterpretation of US President Donald Trump’s recent policy directive on Iran, particularly by Iranian officials and media.

Iranian president criticizes West for negative media portrayal, welcomes tourists to experience country’s true image

Iran’s President, Massoud Pezeshkian, emphasized the stark contrast between the Western media portrayals of Iran and the country’s reality during his speech at the 18th International Tourism Exhibition in Tehran on Tuesday.

Tehran, Riyadh condemn Netanyahu’s remarks on ‘Palestinian state on Saudi territory’

Iranian and Saudi Foreign Ministers heve strongly condemned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s remarks suggesting establishment of a “Palestinian state in Saudi Arabia".

Iran calls on UN to take ‘firm’ stance against US displacement plot for Gaza

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has stated that the United Nations, particularly its Security Council, must adopt a “firm” position against the US-Israeli scheme aimed at forcibly displacing Palestinians from the Gaza Strip.

Iran FM dismisses negotiation with US under pressure

Iranian Foreign Minister. Seyed Abbas Araghchi, has stressed that his country would never engage in negotiations with the US under pressure as per Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei’s stance on talks that is entirely based on logic and strategic reasoning.

Military chief says Iranian Armed Forces ‘readier than ever’ against foreign threats

Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Baqeri has stated that the country’s Armed Forces are at their utmost readiness to respond to any threat posed by the enemies.

IRGC commander says Iran manufactured long-range Supersonic cruise missile

The Islamic Revolution Guard Corps Navy has produced a supersonic cruise missile that can hit the targets at long ranges, IRGC Navy Commander Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri has announced.

Iranian president vows to render US hostilities ineffective ‘with people’s support’

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian has asserted that the US plots against Iran will be thwarted with the help of the Iranian nation.

Iran embassy in UK dismisses Telegraph’s ‘lies’

Tehran’s Embassy in London has firmly dismissed the unfounded claims made by the British daily Telegraph, asserting that Iran’s nuclear program is entirely peaceful and that nuclear weapons have “no place” in its defense doctrine.

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