Tuesday, December 23, 2025

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Persepolis triumphs over Esteghlal in Tehran derby

Persepolis secured a crucial 2-1 victory over Esteghlal in the 105th Tehran Derby, maintaining their pursuit of the Iran Pro League title.

Iran’s natl. oil company wins key victory in Crescent arbitration case

According to the Legal Affairs Department of the Iranian President’s Office, the tribunal in the Crescent arbitration case has dismissed the UEA-based company’s claim that the National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) is liable for damages incurred by third parties (companies contracted by Crescent).

Iranian newspaper criticizes FM over “lack of transparency” in talks with Russia

The Tehran-based Jomhouri-e Eslami newspaper has strongly criticized Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi for "withholding details about recent negotiations with visiting Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov."

Leader’s advisor: Iran open to talks only based on mutual respect, equal footing

Kamal Kharrazi, an advisor to Iran’s leader, says Tehran does not escape from genuine talks but Iranians, by nature, are not the type to give in to bullying by other countries.

Iranian atomic chief calls on IAEA to avoid politicizing nuclear issue 

The director of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran has said Tehran is in constant touch with the International Atomic Energy Agency, IAEA, adding all of Iran’s nuclear activities are under the supervision of the agency.

Iran denies Russian FM, Qatari Emir carried messages from US

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi clarified on Wednesday that neither Russian Foreign Minister, Sergey Lavrov, nor the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim ibn Hamad Al Thani, carried messages from the US during their recent visits to Tehran.

President Pezeshkian vows to accelerate Iran-Russia cooperation

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has pledged to elevate Tehran-Moscow relations by fast-tracking bilateral agreements and maintaining constructive interactions on regional affairs.

Iran FM: Direct talks with U.S. impossible under maximum pressure

Iranian Foreign Minister, Seyyed Abbas Araghchi, in a joint press conference with his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov, reaffirmed that Iran will not negotiate under pressure, threats, or sanctions, emphasizing that Tehran continues to coordinate its nuclear policies closely with Russia and China.

Russian FM Lavrov seeks Iran’s stance ahead of Putin-Trump meeting, says expert

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s one-day visit to Tehran on Tuesday is seen as a strategic move to gauge Iran’s positions ahead of an upcoming meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump, according to geopolitical expert Abdolreza Faraji-Rad.

Snow delight in Ardabil: Locals embrace winter’s charm

In a winter wonderland scene straight out of a storybook, the provincial capital of Ardabil, in northwestern Iran, was transformed as heavy snowfall led to the closure of schools and universities.

Tehran, 26 provinces in Iran shut down due to power, gas shortages

Tehran and 26 out of Iran’s 31 provinces were shut down on Tuesday due to shortages of electricity and gas amid freezing temperatures. This marks the second consecutive day of widespread closures across the country.

Rushed birth: Baby delivered aboard air ambulance in Iran

A preterm baby was born aboard an emergency helicopter in Alborz Province, near the Iranian capital, marking a dramatic and successful rescue operation for a pregnant mother in labor.

Terrorist group Jaish al-Adl claims responsibility for assassination of Iranian police officer in Khash

A commander of Iranian police force was assassinated by armed assailants in the southeastern city of Khash on Sunday evening, according to local authorities.

Iran condemns Israel’s violation of Lebanon sovereignty

Iran has strongly condemned Israel’s terrorist act against civilians after its warplanes flew over an area where the funeral of former Hezbollah chiefs was being held.

Heavy snowfall, extreme cold force closure of schools, offices across Iran

Severe snowfall and freezing temperatures led to the closure of schools, universities, and government offices in 25 provinces across Iran Monday.

Expert: Trump seeks to drive a wedge between Russia, China by ceding 4 Ukrainian provinces

Hassan Beheshti-Pour, an international affairs expert, argues that U.S. President Donald Trump is primarily focused on deepening the divide between Russia and China.

Mass funeral held in Lebanon for slain Hezbollah leader Nasrallah

Tens of thousands of people in Lebanon paid their last respects to Hezbollah’s late leader Seyyed Hassan Nasrallah, who was killed in an Israeli attack in the southern suburbs of Beirut last September.

Ayatollah Khamenei: Resistance against Usurpation, Occupation Will Never End

The Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Sayyed Ali Khamenei, in a message on the occasion of the funeral and burial ceremonies for Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah and Sayyed Hashem Safieddine, the assassinated leaders of Hezbollah, underlined that that resistance against usurpation and arrogance will never end.

Iranian FM: Resistance, Hezbollah alive, path of resistance to continue

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi says the resistance movement and Hezbollah remain steadfast and alive.

Iranian president renews solidarity ahead of funeral of Hezbollah leader Nasrallah

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian reaffirmed Iran’s commitment on Sunday to its allies in a message ahead of the funeral of Hezbollah’s assassinated leader, Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah later in the day.

Iran calls for speeding up of legal processing of Israel’s genocide, war crime cases

The Iranian foreign minister has urged the international community to accelerate legal and criminal proceedings against Israeli officials at international courts for genocide and war crimes against Palestinians.

Over 24,000 tons of medicinal plants produced annually in Iran’s Sistan and Baluchestan

Sistan and Baluchestan Province in southeastern Iran produces more than 24,000 tons of medicinal plants annually, according to Alireza Dahmarde, head of the province's Agricultural Jihad Organization.

Iran launches major joint military exercise Zolfaghar 1403

The main phase of the Iranian Army's joint military exercise Zolfaghar 1403 commenced on Saturday morning, across the Makran coasts, the Sea of Oman, and the northern Indian Ocean.

Iran to launch large-scale military exercise Zolfaghar 2025

The Iranian Army is to commence its large-scale joint military exercise, dubbed Zolfaghar 2025, spanning from the Makran coast in southern Iran to the northern Indian Ocean.

Iran’s interior minister: Removing unauthorized foreign nationals government priority

Iran’s Interior Minister, Eskandar Momeni, emphasized that the number of foreign nationals residing in Iran exceeds the country’s capacity, affecting job opportunities.

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