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Aide to Iran Leader voices optimism about talks with US

Ali Larijani, a member of Iran’s Expediency Council and an adviser to Iran’s leader, has said Tehran is optimistic about the outcome of possible talks with the US.

Iran says US, UK, Germany complicit in Israel’s crimes against Palestinians

The Iranian Foreign Ministry said that all governments which have provided military, financial, or political support to the Zionist regime especially the United States, the United Kingdom, and Germany, are complicit in the crimes committed against the Palestinian people and must be held accountable before the tribunal of history and the conscience of humanity.

Tehran’s historic car museum unveils rare vehicles for Nowruz

Tehran's Historic Car Museum has opened its doors for Nowruz 1404 with a special exhibition of rare and classic vehicles.

Iran’s Army, IRGC issue stern warnings to Israel ahead of Quds Day rallies

Iran's Army and the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC), in separate statements on the eve of the International Quds Day, launched scathing attacks against Israel while mobilizing supporters for nationwide rallies on Friday.

Iran calls on Iraq to counter ‘enemy provocations’ in oil trade

Iranian Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad, in a phone call on Wednesday with his Iraqi counterpart, Hayan Abdul Ghani, emphasized vigilance against what he called "enemy provocations,” according to Iran's official government news portal.

Iran slams EU diplomat’s remarks, accuses West of ‘double standards’ over Gaza

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmail Baqaei has strongly criticized comments by the EU’s top diplomat, Kaja Kallas, calling her accusations against Iran "baseless" and "hypocritical."

Iran rejects claims of hosting al-Qaeda members on its soil

Iran’s Permanent Representative to the UN Amir Saeed Iravani has strongly denied claims that some al-Qaeda members are inside Iran.

Iran showcases ‘missile megacity’

The Aerospace Division of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has unveiled a “missile megacity"— one of its largest underground such facilities.

Iran’s UN envoy denies destabilizing role in Syria

Iran’s UN envoy Amir Saeid Iravani rejected allegations of Iranian interference in Syria during a Security Council briefing on the Middle East on Tuesday, stating Tehran supports "a Syrian-led political solution" through free elections.

Congratulations pour in on Iranian soccer team’s World Cup qualification

Global football authorities and Iranian officials have poured in congratulations as Iran's national team secured its place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking the country's fourth consecutive qualification for football's premier tournament.

WATCH: Moment devastating flood sweeps through village in Iran’s Kermanshah

A powerful flood tore through the village of Darbdarreh in Kermanshah Province, western Iran, following intense rainfall that began on March 20.

President Pezeshkian visits Lake Urmia, seeks intl. expertise for revival efforts

Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian, currently on a visit to East Azarbaijan Province, made a stop at Lake Urmia on Tuesday to assess its deteriorating condition and review the ongoing efforts aimed at its restoration.

Iran preparing response to Trump’s letter, rules out direct talks under pressure

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said Tehran is preparing an official response to a recent letter from U.S. President Donald Trump.

Iran’s FM stresses South Caucasus importance following Armenia visit

Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has emphasized the strategic significance of the South Caucasus region in Tehran's foreign policy during an official visit to Armenia.

Iran arrests 22 over ethnic tensions in West Azarbaijan Province

Iranian security forces have detained 22 individuals accused of inciting ethnic hatred in West Azarbaijan Province, according to a local police commander.

Turkey protests over detention of Istanbul’s mayor an internal matter: Iran FM

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi called the demonstrations in Turkey over the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu a domestic matter which "will be properly managed" by Ankara.

Iran asserts oil trade operates within legal frameworks, denies claims of shipment seizures

Iran’s Ministry of Petroleum has rejected claims by Iraq’s oil minister regarding the alleged seizure of Iranian oil tankers by the US, calling the reports "unfounded and politically motivated."

Atomic agency spokesperson: Iran firm in upholding nuclear rights amid int’l pressure

The spokesperson for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), reaffirmed Iran’s commitment to defending its nuclear rights, dismissing Western pressure as "ineffective" and vowing to pursue justice and global peace.

Laylat al-Qadr commemorated at Imam Reza shrine in Mashhad

The 23rd night of Ramadan, known as Laylat al-Qadr, was commemorated on Sunday night by millions of Iranians nationwide, includung at the Imam Reza Shrine in Mashhad, Iran.

Legendary Iranian goal keeper Abedzadeh meets iconic German football player Klinsmann after 27 years

In a nostalgic reunion, former Iranian football captain Ahmadreza Abedzadeh met with German football legend Jürgen Klinsmann in the United States, 27 years after their teams faced off on the pitch.

Iranian minister warns against provoking ethnic, religious divisions

Iran’s Minister of Culture Seyyed Abbas Salehi has issued a warning against inciting ethnic and religious tensions in the country particularly in light of recent unrest in the northwestern city of Urmia.

Iran’s Esteghlal F.C. protests omission of club legends from AFC Nowruz poster

Iranian Football Club, Esteghlal F.C.has formally protested to the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) over the absence of its legendary players in a Nowruz greeting poster published on the AFC’s Persian-language Instagram page.

24,190 accidents in 8 days claim 218 lives in Iran; Fars Province tops accident rates

Deputy Commander of  Iran's Traffic Police, Brigadier General Mohammad Baqer Soleimani, reported that 24,190 traffic accidents occurred across Iran during the first eight days of the Nowruz holiday traffic plan from March 15 to 22, resulting in 177 fatal crashes and 218 fatalities.

Official: Bushehr nuclear power plant units 2, 3 to join grid within five years

Deputy Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), Mohammad Qanadi, announced that Units 2 and 3 of the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant are expected to be operational within the next four to five years to boost Iran’s nuclear electricity production capacity.

Iran’s nuclear spokesperson: No country faces more IAEA oversight than Iran

The spokesperson for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), says Iran has consistently cooperated with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), adding no country is subject to as much international atomic agency’s scrutiny as Iran.

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