Saturday, December 20, 2025

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Iran’s President Pezeshkian, France’s Macron discuss prospects for agreement

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian said a “frank and extensive” conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron has opened a path toward resolving European concerns while safeguarding Iran’s interests.

President Pezeshkian slams US-Israeli attacks against Iran at UN speech

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has condemned the US and Israeli air attacks on Iranian territory during his speech at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly.

Advisor to Iran’s leader: Trump following in Hitler’s footsteps

Ali Akbar Velayati, senior advisor on international affairs to Iran’s Leader Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei, has strongly denounced the recent decision by three European states to activate the so-called snapback mechanism against Iran, calling it evidence of the West’s weakness and hostility.

Iranian parliament speaker says Tehran supports resistance groups to protect national security

Iran’s parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has said the country provides support to Palestinian and Lebanese resistance groups fighting Israel, framing the assistance as a defense of Iran’s own national security and regional stability.

Iran nuclear chief rules out direct talks with US, vows to rebuild damaged facilities

Iran’s nuclear chief has ruled out any direct negotiations with the US and pledged to rebuild nuclear facilities damaged in recent attacks, despite international pressure and the risk of further strikes.

Ayatollah Khamenei: Negotiation with US a complete dead end

Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has said the US failed to uphold its commitments under the nuclear agreement with Iran signed a decade ago.

Iran confirms arrival of Russian MiG-29 jets, announces upcoming delivery of Su-35 fighters

A member of the Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Commission has confirmed the arrival of Russian-made MiG-29 fighter jets in Iran, saying the aircraft are now stationed in Shiraz as part of a short-term defense solution.

Iran’s New School Year opens with president’s attendance

President Massoud Pezeshkian officially inaugurated the new academic year in Iran on Tuesday by ringing the school bell at a girls’ school in the capital Tehran.

Pezeshkian rules out negotiating with those who seek bullying

Ahead of his trip to New York, Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian stated, "We should sit together and engage in dialogue to better understand one another; but dialogue with those who intend to bully, dominate, deceive, or sabotage is not possible."

Iranian scientific vice president: Path of supporting AI education continues

The Iranian vice president for science announced the continuation of artificial intelligence (AI) education for students and the periodic holding of related competitions throughout the year.

Iran says multi-national projects in Chabahar undeterred by US sanctions

Tehran has announced its joint development projects with New Delhi and other countries in the deep-water port of Chabahar will continue regardless of a recent decision by Washington to withdraw a sanctions waiver granted to the port seven years ago.

From street vendor to world podium: Story of young Iranian wrestler

Iranian Greco-Roman wrestler Payam Ahmadi, who once drew attention for selling goods on the streets of Izeh, southern Iran, despite already holding a world medal, has once again reached the podium—this time with a silver medal at the 2025 World Championships in the 55kg category.

Date harvest begins in Ghazavieh, Iran’s Khuzestan province

Farmers in Ghazavieh, a village in the central district of Karun County in Iran’s southwestern Khuzestan Province, have begun harvesting dates from the area’s palm groves.

IRGC warns US, Israel against miscalculation

The Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) warned that any new miscalculation by the enemy will be met with a devastating, instructive response.

President Pezeshkian: Europe, US Cannot Stop Iran through snapback

The Iranian President, Masoud Pezeshkian, has stressed that Europe and the United States, through their efforts to trigger the UN “snapback” mechanism against Iran, cannot block the country’s nuclear progress.

Iran makes wrestling history with dual world titles

Iran has written a new chapter in wrestling history by winning both the freestyle and Greco-Roman world championships at the same time for the first time.

Salt crystals shine along Iran’s Kal-Shur River

The Kal-Shur River in northeastern Iranian North Khorasan province has become a seasonal hub of activity and a striking natural attraction.

October 6, 2025 declared as “Tehran Day”

Tehran’s Public Culture Council has designated October 6, 2025 (14 Mehr 1404 in the Iranian calendar), as “Tehran Day,” marking the city’s historic role in Iran’s constitutional movement and its official recognition as the nation’s capital.

Iranian editor questions continued membership in NPT

Hossein Shariatmadari, editor-in-chief of the Kayhan daily, has strongly criticized Iranian officials for maintaining the country’s membership in the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), arguing that it undermines Iran’s national sovereignty.

Tehran condemns E3’s move to ‘snapback’ UN sanctions

Iran has condemned as “unlawful, unjustified and provocative” the European action to restore United Nations sanctions under the so-called snapback mechanism.

Iran mourns educator, author Samineh Baghcheban

Funeral ceremonies were held on Friday for Samineh Baghcheban, a pioneering author and educator of deaf children, at the historic Baghcheban School for the Deaf in Tehran.

Iran denounces US violations at IAEA general conference

Iran’s ambassador and permanent representative to international organizations in Vienna has sharply criticized the United States for breaking international law during the IAEA General Conference in Vienna.

Glowing object seen in Iranian skies linked to domestic system tests

A mysterious glowing object spotted over several Iranian provinces late Thursday has been confirmed as part of domestic system tests, according to local officials.

Iran calls on E3 to act ‘responsibly’ amid ‘snapback’ threats

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has urged France, Germany, and Britain, jointly known as the E3, to act “responsibly” and “independently” in the face of mounting pressure to re-impose UN sanctions on Tehran.

Iran: Any hostile action against Tehran to End understanding with IAEA

The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson stressed that if any hostile action is taken against the Islamic Republic of Iran, the recent understanding between Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will be considered terminated.

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