Number of fatalities in Kerman twin terrorist blasts rises to 91

The number of the dead in the Wednesday terrorist blasts in the southeastern Iranian city of Kerman has risen to 91 as two more people succumbed to their injuries.

Iran president: Martyr Soleimani foiled U.S. plot to bring another Israel to power in region 

The Iranian president says martyr Lieutenant General Qassem Soleimani, the iconic anti-terror hero, thwarted the United States’ scheme to create another Israel in the region by confronting the Daesh terrorist group, which he said was created by Washington.

Iran calls for regional cooperation in fighting terrorism, following deadly incident in Kerman

The Iranian foreign minister emphasized the necessity of cooperation among regional countries to combat and eradicate the ominous phenomenon of terrorism.

Tehran’s Milad Tower dims lights in remembrance of Kerman terror attack victims

In order to pay tribute to over 80 people who lost their lives during a tragic terrorist incident in the southeastern Iranian city of Kerman, the iconic Milad Tower in the Iranian capital Tehran dimed its lights on Thursday night.

Ex-diplomat: Israel seeking to drag Iran into confrontation with US

A former Iranian diplomat has blamed Israel for a bloody terrorist attack in southeastern Iran on Wednesday, saying the Israeli regime is seeking to put Tehran and Washington on a confrontational path.

Iran’s Leader promises powerful response to terrorist attacks in Kerman

Iran’s leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has vowed a powerful response to those behind Wednesday’s terrorist attacks in the Iranian city of Kerman.

Iranians mark National Mother’s Day

January 3 marks National Mother’s Day in Iran. Mother’s Day in Iran falls on the birthday anniversary of Hazrat Fatemeh Zahra, the daughter of the holy Prophet Mohammad, peace be upon him.

Iran warns against new “Israel adventurism” following Hamas leader assassination in Beirut

The spokesman for Iran's foreign ministry has warned against Israel's adventurism following the Tuesday assassination of a high-ranking leader of the Palestinian movement Hamas in Beirut.

Iran dismisses reported extraction of lithium from shrinking Lake Urmia

An Iranian official has categorically rejected reports suggesting that Lake Urmia has been purposefully neglected to let the body of water dry up and allow for mining of much-coveted lithium.

Iranian warship enters Red Sea amid regional tensions

Iran’s Alborz destroyer has passed through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait and entered the Red Sea amid rising tensions in West Asia.

Saint Mesrop Church, a less known monument in Iran’s Mashhad

The northeastern Iranian city of Mashhad is globally known for hosting the mausoleum of Imam Reza, the eighth Shia imam. But even the locals might not be aware that the city is home to a church with historical and architectural values.

Christian Iranians ring in New Year

Christians in the Iranian capital Tehran marked the beginning of the New Year, 2024, in a ceremony at Saint Mary Church.

Iran FM, in a phone call with UK’s Cameron, raps west double standatds regarding Ukraine and Gaza

The Iranian foreign minister, in a phone talk with the UK foreign secretary, criticized some western states' double standards vis-a-vis the Ukraine war and Israel's carnage against Palestinians.

Ayatollah Khamenei: Gen. Soleimani’s most vital rote was revitalization of resistance front

Ayatollah Khamenei, the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution, met with the family of Martyr Qassem Soleimani, the former commander of the IRGC Quds Force.

Giant Iranian online food ordering platform hacked

Iranian online food ordering platform SnappFood has confirmed that hackers have broken into its users’ data.

Rise in Internet fees in Iran sparks public outcry, govt. defends its measure

A recent rise in subscription fees for Internet services in Iran has drawn the reaction of many, from ordinary citizens to authorities and businesses, with most of the users furious about the government move.

Illicit market for wild birds in north Iran shuttered

The market for illegal trade in wild birds in the northern Iranian city of Fereydunkenar has been closed down after years of concern by environment lovers.

South Africa files genocide case against Israel at ICJ

South Africa has filed an application at the International Court of Justice to begin proceedings over claims of genocide against Israel for its war against Gaza, the court has announced.

Iran’s football player Ali Daei among AFC’s Asian Cup legends 

Iran's football legend Ali Daei is selected by the Asian Football Confederation as one of the best soccer players of the Asian Cup.

FIFA president sympathizes with Iranians over death of female football player

The president of the international governing body of football association, FIFA, has posted a message of condolences on the death of female Iranian football player Melika Mohammadi who died in a car accident on Sunday. 

Iranians hold funeral procession for assassinated senior IRGC cmdr.

People in the Iranian capital city of Tehran have taken to the streets to show their tribute to Seyyed Razi Mousavi, a senior military advisor recently assassinated in Syria.

Iranian FM says Tehran defends Armenia sovereignty, favors regional peace

Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has said that Iran will defend Armenia’s territorial integrity and sovereignty.

Iran denies IAEA’s claim Tehran speeding up uranium enrichment work

The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says the country presses ahead with its nuclear activities in keeping with regulations, denying a recent report that Tehran has increased uranium enrichment rate.

Iran, Russia FMs talk peace in Caucasus, bilateral ties

The Iranian foreign minister, in a phone talk with his Russian counterpart, voiced Tehran's support for lasting peace in the Caucasus.

Iran’s Yazd crowned tourism capital of Asian Dialogue Forum in 2024

In a momentous decision, the central Iranian city of Yazd, steeped in historical significance and cultural richness, has been honored as the tourism capital among the member countries of the Asian Dialogue Forum (ACD).

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