Iran steps up expulsion of undocumented Afghan migrants, ends access to key services

Iran’s Ministry of Interior has announced a major shift in migration policy, beginning the systematic removal of millions of undocumented Afghan nationals and terminating many of their access rights to public services, including education and healthcare.

Iranian judge assassinated in Shiraz; assailants flee the scene

Iranian judicial authorities have confirmed the assassination of Judge Ehsan Bagheri, head of Branch 102 of the Criminal Court in southern Iranian city of Shiraz, in what official described a “terrorist attack” early Tuesday morning.

Qalibaf re-elected as Iranian parliament speaker for sixth consecutive year

Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf has been re-elected as Speaker of Iran’s Islamic Consultative Assembly (Majles) for the sixth consecutive year.

Ayatollah Khamenei calls for joint Iran–Pakistan efforts to halt Israeli crimes in Gaza

In a meeting with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and his accompanying delegation, Leader of Iran's Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, underlined the need for joint and effective efforts by Iran and Pakistan to put an end to the ongoing atrocities by the Zionist regime in Gaza.

President Pezeshkian: Iran will not collapse under sanctions

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian said on Monday that the country will not succumb to pressure or hunger if talks with foreign powers fail or sanctions intensify, emphasizing Iran’s untapped potential and the need to harness domestic capabilities.

Pakistani PM praises Iran’s regional peace diplomacy during Tehran visit

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has lauded Iran’s diplomatic efforts to promote regional peace, calling them "commendable" during an official visit to Tehran on Monday.

Iran denies interim deal with US, reaffirms nuclear rights

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei dismissed speculation about an interim nuclear agreement with the US, stating it has "never been on Iran’s agenda" and was not discussed in recent talks.

Iran summons French chargé d’affaires over ‘meddlesome’ Cannes comments

Tehran has summoned the French chargé d'affaires to protest meddlesome remarks by the European country’s foreign minister after an Iranian film won an award at the Cannes film festival.

Endangered hawksbill turtles return to Iran’s Bushehr shores to nest

Hawksbill sea turtles, a critically endangered species, have returned once again to the warm sandy beaches of Iran’s southern Bushehr Province to nest, according to the province's Department of Environment.

Iran’s Afsaneh Hessamifard one step away from mountaineering history

Afsaneh Hessamifard, an Iranian doctor and accomplished mountaineer, has successfully summited Kangchenjunga, the world’s third-highest peak at 8,586 meters, marking her 13th ascent of the world’s 14 peaks over 8,000 meters.

Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi’s It Was Just an Accident Wins Palme d’Or at Cannes

It Was Just an Accident, the latest film by famous Iranian director Jafar Panahi, has won the prestigious Palme d’Or at the 78th Cannes Film Festival.

Iran marks Khorramshahr liberation anniversary

Iran commemorates the anniversary of the liberation of Khorramshahr, a key event during the Iran-Iraq War, which occurred on May 24, 1982 (3 Khordad 1361 in the Iranian calendar).

Iranian women crowned Asian Alysh wrestling champions

Iran’s women’s national Alysh wrestling team clinched the championship title in the classic style category at the Asian Alysh Wrestling Championships held Friday in New Delhi, India.

FM Araghchi: New round of Iran-US talks held professionally

Iranian Foreign Minister, Seyed Abbas Araghchi says the 5th round of indirect talks between Iran and the US was held in a calm and professional atmosphere.

Iran Deputy Foreign Minister: US Insistence on Zero Enrichment to Lead Talks Nowhere

Majid Takht-Ravanchi, the Iranian senior nuclear negotiator and deputy foreign minister for political affairs, emphasized that if the US position in negotiations with the Islamic Republic is "zero enrichment for Iran," the talks will not lead anywhere.

Iran’s armed forces warn US against miscalculations amid regional tensions

Iran’s Armed Forces General Staff issued a statement on the anniversary of the liberation of southern city of Khorramshahr, warning that the US has once again made a “strategic miscalculation” regarding Iran.

President Pezeshkian performs heart surgery during trip to Tabriz

In a rare and symbolic gesture, Iranian President Dr. Massoud Pezeshkian, a renowned heart surgeon, donned his surgical gown once again and performed open-heart surgery at Shahid Madani Hospital in Tabriz during his provincial visit to East Azarbaijan.

“Picasso in Tehran” Exhibition extended until June 2 amid public enthusiasm

The Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art has announced the extension of its acclaimed exhibition “Picasso in Tehran” until June 2, due to high public interest.

Iran warns Europe against triggering snapback sanctions mechanism

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has warned European countries against invoking the UN snapback sanctions mechanism, calling such a move a “grave mistake” with serious consequences.

Iran parliament emphasizes peaceful nuclear rights, including uranium enrichment

The Iranian parliament members, in a statement, stressed the peaceful nature of Iran's nuclear program and reaffirmed that the Islamic Republic will never relinquish its nuclear rights.

Iranian parliament reapproves reduced working hours, Thursday closures to address Guardian Council concerns

In a renewed effort to address objections raised by the Guardian Council, Iran’s Parliament has once again passed legislation reducing weekly working hours and instituting Thursday closures for government offices, this time with amendments.

Iran executes attacker convicted in deadly assault on Azerbaijani Embassy in Tehran

Iranian authorities on Wednesday morning carried out the execution of a man convicted of launching a deadly armed attack on the Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan in Tehran over two years ago.

Deputy Foreign Minister: Contradictory US positions affect atmosphere of talks with Iran

The Political Deputy of Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs says that contradictory statements by US officials on issues such as uranium enrichment in Iran show that the Americans themselves don’t know what they are really seeking.

Ayatollah Khamenei: US has no right to deny Iran uranium enrichment

Iran’s Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei strongly rebuked Western pressure over Iran’s nuclear program, asserting that the Islamic Republic does not need permission from any country to pursue uranium enrichment.

Iran says reviewing US proposal for next round of indirect nuclear talks

A senior Iranian diplomat has confirmed that Tehran has received a proposal regarding the next round of indirect negotiations with the United States and is currently reviewing it.

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