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Photo report: Nowruzlu Wetland protected area in Miandoab, northwestern Iran

Located 15 kilometers from Miandoab city, in northwestern Iran, the Nowruzlu Wetland protected area spans approximately 1,100 hectares.

New details emerge about Israeli missile strike on Iranian Supreme National Security Council meeting

The executive deputy to the Iranian president has disclosed new details about an Israeli missile strike targeting a session of Iran's Supreme National Security Council during the 12-day conflict in June.

Iran’s top security body approves establishment of Defense Council

Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) has approved the formation of a Defense Council as part of major structural changes to the nation's strategic defense policies.

Silk weaving: A living heritage in Iran’s Jargalan

Silk weaving remains one of the most cherished and enduring handicrafts in the Jargalan region of northeastern Iran.

Iran govt. withdraws controversial internet regulation bill to review freedom of expression concerns

The Iranian government has officially withdrawn a proposed bill aimed at countering the spread of false information on social media, citing the need for further review to better align with constitutional protections for free speech.

Army chief: Iran’s missile, drone capabilities fully operational amid ongoing threats

Iran's Army Commander Major General Amir Hatami said on Sunday that the Islamic Republic does not consider external threats to be over, emphasizing that its missile and drone capabilities remain fully operational and ready for deployment.

Iran says no rush for US talks amid regional tensions

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister and head of the Institute for Political and International Studies, Saeed Khatibzadeh, has stated that Tehran is in no hurry to enter talks with the US unless firm guarantees for results are provided.

Iran to form national defense council following recent Israeli aggression

Iran plans to establish a National Defense Council based on Article 176 of its Constitution, amid rising regional tensions and in the wake of recent military aggression by the Zionist regime and the US.

Iran says talks with E3 faced with complexity

The spokesperson for the Iranian administration has dismissed the notion that the negotiations between Tehran and the European troika are directed at reaching a deal, saying the negotiations about the Islamic Republic’s nuclear program have run into a complicated situation.

Iran’s president departs for Pakistan, emphasizes trade and regional unity amid tensions

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian departed for Islamabad on Saturday at the invitation of Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties and address regional challenges.

Former Iranian Football Federation President Dariush Mostafavi dies at 81

Dariush Mostafavi, a former president of the Iranian Football Federation, passed away at the age of 81.

Iranian president hails wrestling team, nation for World Championship triumph

President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Masoud Pezeshkian congratulated the Iranian nation on the remarkable success of the country’s national youth Greco-Roman wrestling team at the World Championships in Greece.

Iran denies reports of 40 million barrels of oil stranded at sea

Iran’s Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad has strongly denied claims made by foreign media that over 40 million barrels of Iranian oil are currently sitting idle at sea due to lack of buyers.

Iran slams as ridiculous accusations by US, other Western countries

The spokesman for Iran's Foreign Ministery, Esmail Baqaei, slammed as baseless and ridiculous security-related accusations by the US, France, and several other Western countries against Iran, describing the move as a strategy to divert public attention from Israeli genocide in the occupied Palestinian territories.

Iran says concerned over internal crisis in Sudan, parallel government

The Spokesperson for Iran's Foreign Ministry, Esmail Baqaei, expressed concern over developments in Sudan, describing the announcement of the formation of a parallel government in Sudan as contrary to the principle of national sovereignty and the territorial integrity of the country.

Iran’s president faces backlash & praise over withdrawal of online content bill

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian is facing mixed reactions after withdrawing a controversial bill aimed at regulating misinformation on social media, which could lead to up to 15 years of imprisonment for culprits.

Iranian president to visit Pakistan on Saturday amid efforts to boost bilateral ties

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian is set to visit Pakistan on Saturday, following an official invitation from Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.

Iran FM meets President of Tajikistan, calls for boost in ties

Iran’s Foreign Minister, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, emphasized the Islamic Republic of Iran’s determination to expand relations with Tajikistan across all areas of mutual interest.

MP says Iran rejected European proposal to delay snapback mechanism

Alaeddin Boroujerdi, senior member of the Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Commission, revealed that during recent negotiations in Istanbul, European countries sought a six-month extension on the snapback mechanism under the JCPOA framework — a request firmly rejected by Iran.

Iran’s Parliament chief: Israel’s actions in Gaza reminiscent of Nazi crimes

Iranian Parliament Speaker, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, has described Israel’s actions in Gaza as reminder of Nazi crimes, warning that every moment of delay in confronting Israel is tantamount to complicity in the crimes of the “Nazis of the 21st century.”

Iran’s president orders broad consultation on controversial internet regulation bill

Iran’s government spokesperson announced on Tuesday that President Massoud Pezeshkian has issued a firm directive to ensure that public and expert opinions are heard regarding the recently proposed internet regulation bill.

The Leader: Iran displayed strength during war with Israel, US

Marking the 40th day since the martyrdom of Iranians in the 12-day war with Israel last month, the Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, declared that the conflict revealed the full power, resolve, and unity of the Islamic Republic.

Iranian documentary filmmaker Mehran Zinatbakhsh passes away

Acclaimed Iranian documentary filmmaker, director, and cinematographer Mehran Zinatbakhsh passed away on Monday after a period of illness.

Top military chief: Iran fully prepared to counter any new US or Israeli aggression

Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces, Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi, declared that Iran is fully prepared to respond decisively to any renewed aggression by the US or Israel, emphasizing a deep distrust in their promises or commitments.

Iran urges UN to condemn terror attack in Zahedan, calls for firm stance against all forms of terrorism

Iran’s Ambassador to the United Nations has called on the UN Security Council and Secretary General to strongly condemn a deadly terrorist attack in southeastern Iran and to adopt a firm, principled position against all forms of terrorism, regardless of perpetrators' identity or affiliation.

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