Nationwide ceremonies mark Mother’s Day and Women’s Day in Iran

Iran marked the concurrent observance of Mother’s Day and Women’s Day on Thursday, a nationwide celebration dedicated to honoring the central role women play within families and across society.

Influenza wave in Iran claims over 100 lives as new vaccine-evasive strain spreads

Iran is experiencing a sharp rise in influenza cases linked to a new vaccine-evasive strain, with at least 101 deaths reported so far, according to the Ministry of Health.

Iran’s president highlights Kazakhstan trip as platform to deepen bilateral ties

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian said on Wednesday that his two-day visit to Kazakhstan offers a significant opportunity to expand cooperation across economic, industrial, mining, cultural and transport sectors.

Iran’s President Pezeshkian raps US naval deployment near Venezuela in call with Maduro

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian strongly condemned the US for deploying a military fleet to the Caribbean and Venezuela’s coastline, calling the move “a dangerous precedent” that threatens global peace and security.

President Pezeshkian attends ceremony marking Women’s Day

An official ceremony was held in Tehran on Wednesday to mark Women’s Day – a day ahead of the nationwide ceremonies on the occasion – attended by President Massoud Pezeshkian.

Iran, China, Saudi Arabia conclude trilateral meeting with joint press statement

The Third Joint Meeting of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the People’s Republic of China concluded with the release of an official press statement, in which Beijing reaffirmed its readiness to continue supporting the development of Tehran–Riyadh relations.

Concerns over US visas for Iran players ahead of 2026 World Cup preparations

The head of Iran’s Football Federation, Mehdi Taj, has warned that some national team players and staff may be denied US visas ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, saying the federation must be prepared with alternative options for affected squad members.

Azerbaijan’s president voices commitment to promotion of ties with Iran

Azerbaijan's president Ilham Aliyev has expressed his country's readiness to use all available capacities to strengthen relations with Iran.

Official: 1.8 million Afghans exit Iran via Dogharoon; northeast border 50% secured

Approximately 1.8 million Afghan nationals have left Iran through the Dogharoon border, according to the deputy for security and law enforcement of Khorasan Razavi Province.

Off-road drivers compete in Iran’s national championship

The third edition of Iran’s National Off-Road Championship for men and women concluded with competitors battling across six different vehicle classes for top honors.

New wave of mysterious Caspian seal deaths raises alarm across region

A new wave of mass deaths among Caspian seals in Kazakhstan has triggered fresh alarm for all five littoral states, including Iran, as experts warn the endangered species may be edging closer to extinction.

US national security document serves Israel’s interests: Iran

Reacting to the contents of the US National Security Strategy and Washington’s actions in West Asia, Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Esmail Baqaei, has stated the document makes no reference to Palestinian rights — a fact that shows it is essentially “Israel’s security document."

Iran’s parliament speaker warns regional states against challenging sovereignty over Persian Gulf islands

Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf on Sunday strongly condemned a recent statement by the Persian Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) that reiterated claims over the Iranian islands of Greater Tunb, Lesser Tunb and Abu Musa.

US yet unwilling to engage in serious talks: Iran

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has stated that the United States has yet to demonstrate readiness for “real, serious negotiation”, stressing that Washington must first acknowledge Tehran’s right to peaceful nuclear energy under the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT).

Iran’s intelligence agents detain 3 additional members of anti-security network in Mazandaran

The Intelligence Department in Iran's Mazandaran Province has announced the arrest of three more individuals linked to an anti-security Telegram channel, as part of the ongoing security operations against organized networks accused of incitement in the northern region.

Major seawater transfer project in Iran reduces industrial reliance on Zayandeh-Rud river in Isfahan

Central Iranian province of Isfahan on Saturday marked a historic milestone in water and industrial management as a major seawater transfer project was inaugurated, with President Massoud Pezeshkian attending virtually, alongside the minister of industry, mine, and trade, and the CEO of Foolad Mobarakeh Steel Company.

Iranian rock pioneer Kourosh Yaghmaei announces retirement from music

Kourosh Yaghmaei, the legendary Iranian singer, composer and guitarist widely regarded as the father of Iranian rock, has announced his retirement from music at the age of 79.

IRGC Navy showcases missile capabilities in ongoing Persian Gulf exercise

New footage has been published from the second day of a large-scale naval exercise conducted by the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy across the Persian Gulf, the Naze'at islands, the Strait of Hormuz and the Gulf of Oman.

Six Iranian athletes ranked in world karate top ten

Following the World Karate Championships held in Cairo, Egypt, the World Karate Federation has released its latest global rankings, placing six Iranian athletes among the top ten in their categories.

Tasnim: Reports suggest rise in cancer cases among MEK women in Albania camp amid restrictions on medical access

A source familiar with the situation inside the Albanian camp housing members of the anti-Iran Mujahedin-e Khalq (MEK) terrorist group says that a significant number of women residing there have recently developed cancer, while access to medical services has reportedly been reduced.

Iran’s Hormozgan Province reports first death from H3N2 influenza as transmission wave intensifies

The Hormozgan University of Medical Sciences, in southern Iran, has confirmed the province’s first death linked to the H3N2 influenza virus, warning that the region has entered an accelerated and firmly established transmission wave.

Iranian lawmakers approve 14-coin cap for enforcing marriage portion, triggering strong reactions

Iran’s parliament on Wednesday approved a proposal to cap the enforceable portion of mahrieh, the mandatory marriage gift, to 14 gold coins, a decision that quickly sparked widespread public and political debate. 

Iran health official warns of unprecedented decline in fertility, rapid shift toward aging society

A senior Iranian health official has warned that Iran is experiencing one of the fastest fertility declines in the world, placing the country on track for a rapid demographic transition toward an aging population.

Autumn colors draw visitors to Alishtar in Iran’s Lorestan

Autumn has brought a wave of color to Lorestan Province, turning the region into one of Iran’s most scenic seasonal landscapes.

President Pezeshkian: military pressure cannot force Iranian nation to surrender

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said that foreign adversaries should understand they cannot force the Iranian nation into submission through military pressure. The president emphasized the resilience and determination of the Iranian people in the face of recent crises.

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