Iran reports spread of Influenza A virus with fatal cases

A leading Iranian infectious disease specialist has warned of the widespread circulation of an Influenza A virus across the country, saying the strain has high transmission rates and has resulted in fatalities.

Ayatollah Khamenei’s adviser reaffirms Iran’s firm support for Lebanon’s Hezbollah

Senior Adviser to the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution on International Affairs Ali Akbar Velayati has stressed Tehran’s continued, resolute support for Lebanon’s Hezbollah resistance movement.

Iran raps dismissal of academic from U.S. university over support for Palestine

Iran’s judiciary has strongly criticized the dismissal of an Iranian academic from a US university, describing the move as another example of America’s human rights violations.

Iran denounces deadly Sydney attack

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Esmail Baqaei, has strongly denounced the violent assault in Sydney, Australia.

Iran says IAEA Chief repeating claims, calls for technical and balanced approach

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson said comments by International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi regarding Iran’s stockpile of enriched uranium merely repeat previous claims and do not change existing realities.

Iranian FM Araghchi: Imported solutions cannot bring stability to Afghanistan

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said externally imposed solutions and extra-regional decision-making have failed to bring stability to Afghanistan, stressing that regional cooperation remains the most effective path forward.

Marble Palace, Iran Art Museum

The Marble Palace is considered one of the most beautiful and valuable tourist attractions in Tehran, located in the city center. This building, known as the Iran Art Museum, dates back to the era of the first Pahlavi dynasty.

Minister: Worst of flu wave to end in Iran in 3 weeks   

Iran’s Minister of Health Mohammad Reza Zafarghandi has said the country is expected to exit the peak of the influenza outbreak within two to three weeks.

Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant produces more than 72bn kWh of electricity: Iranian official

The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) has announced that Unit One of the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant in southern Iran continues to operate with a capacity of 1,000 megawatts and has so far generated more than 72 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity.

Iran says seized foreign tanker carrying 6mn liters of smuggled diesel in Oman Sea

The Chief Justice of Hormozgan Province in Southern Iran has announced that Tehran has seized an oil tanker carrying 6 million liters of smuggled diesel fuel off the coast of the Oman Sea.

Iranian president in meeting with Turkmen leader: World needs trust, peace more than ever

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian said the modern world is in urgent need of greater trust, peace and convergence among nations during a meeting with Turkmenistan’s National Leader and Chairman of the People’s Council, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, on Thursday evening.

Iran’s FM to Lebanese Counterpart: Tehran Seeks “New Chapter” in Bilateral Ties

Iran’s Foreign Minister, Seyed Abbas Araqchi, responding to recent remarks by his Lebanese counterpart, stressed that the Islamic Republic seeks to open a new chapter in its relations with Lebanon.

Iran’s leader says the country advancing despite many challenges

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has stressed that despite enormous shortages and challenges across Iran, the nation is “moving, striving, and advancing” through the steadfastness, sincerity, and justice-seeking of its people.

Iran condemns US seizure of Venezuelan tanker as “Caribbean Piracy”

The Iranian Embassy in Caracas has strongly condemned the US for seizing a Venezuelan oil tanker near the country’s coastline, calling the operation an unlawful act that violates international maritime norms.

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.

Latest news