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Iran transfers body of terrorist ringleader Sharmahd to Germany

Iran handed over the body of Jamshid Sharmahd, the head of the Tondar terrorist group, to Germany on Wednesday after completing legal procedures, according to judiciary officials.

Iranian researchers develop rapid detection for Parkinson’s disease using colorimetric nano-biosensor

Researchers at Tarbiat Modares University in Iran have successfully designed a colorimetric nano-biosensor to rapidly diagnose Parkinson's disease.

Iranian security official denies New York Times’ nuclear weapon claims

An Iranian security official has dismissed the latest New York Times report alleging that Iran is secretly working on a faster method to develop nuclear weapons, calling it baseless and a fabrication.

PHOTO: Fajr film festival – highlights

The fifth day of the 43rd Fajr International Film Festival continued on Tuesday with the screening of Ashk-e Hour (Tears of Hor), directed by Mehdi Jafari. The event is taking place at the festival’s main venue, Milad Tower in Tehran.

Controversial citizenship law sparks debate in Iranian parliament

A controversial citizenship law has drawn significant attention in Iran’s Parliament, following a letter written by senior political figure Seyyed Kamal Kharazi to the Leader.

Gov’t spokesperson on FATF: Iran needs to prove non-association with terrorist groups

The Iranian government spokesperson addressed the issue of Iran's adherence to the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) regulations, stressing the need for Iran to demonstrate that it does not engage with global terrorist groups and pave the way to improve the economic situation.

Iran launches second phase of air defense exercise in southwest

The second phase of Iran's large-scale air defense exercise commenced on Tuesday in the southwestern region of the country, aimed at bolstering the country’s defensive capabilities and combat readiness.

President Pezeshkian: Iran’s policy is to defend territorial integrity of regional countries 

Iran's President Massoud Pezeshkian has told the Azerbaijani president's aide for foreign policy Hikmat Hajiyev that a fundamental principle of Iran's foreign policy is to support the regional countries’ territorial integrity.

Iran musical group of artists with disabilities to hold concert in Tehran 

An Iranian musical group consisting of individuals with autism, Down syndrome, and cerebral palsy will hold a concert in Tehran soon.

Iran says to support any gov’t backed by Syrian people

Tehran would respect any Syrian government backed by the people of Syria, the spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry has said, expressing hope that the next government in the Arab country would represent all segments of society.

No evidence Iran vice president Zarif connected with SAVAK, says Islamic Revolution Documents Center

Iran’s Islamic Revolution Documents Center has announced that there is no evidence of current vice president and former foreign minister Mohammad Javad Zarif's claimed collaboration or connection with the SAVAK, the Iranian intelligence agency before the 1979 Islamic Revolution.

Report: Iran Political Activist, Former Editor of Kayhan, Nasiri, Released After Brief Detention

Mahdi Nasiri, the former editor of the Tehran-based newspaper Kayhan and a political activist, has been released from detention by security forces in Mashhad. This information was announced on Nasiri's Telegram channel.

Ayatollah Khamenei says Iran has progressed in every aspect over past 40 years

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has praised Iran’s progress in various domains, stressing the country has grown in all directions over the past four decades.

Iran’s defense minister highlights progress in satellite technology

Iran’s Defense Minister, Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh, announced that the country has achieved significant advancements in satellite launch technology, marking a milestone in its space program.

TasteAtlas ranking names best, worst Iranian cuisine

In the latest TasteAtlas Ranking for January 2025, Iranian cuisine has been celebrated for its rich and diverse flavors, with Kateh, a simple Persian rice dish, emerging as the top-rated Iranian food.

Interior minister: Iran hosts 6 million foreign nationals, 2 million unlicensed

Iran’s Interior Minister, Eskandar Momeni, has revealed that the country currently hosts approximately 6 million foreign nationals, vast majority of them from Afghanistan, with at least 2 million residing illegally.

IRGC Navy unveils new subterranean base

The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy has showcased an underground base in the coastal areas of southern Iran, housing cruise missiles at the ready to target hostile destroyers in the strategic waters.

Iran to unveil two new satellites on Sunday  

Iran is going to unveil Navak Satellite and Pars 2 Satellite on Sunday.

Iranian university professor: Any talks with US must be direct

A professor of International Relations in Iran says any talks between Iran and the US must be face-to-face.

Attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities will lead to ‘widespread regional war’: FM

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araqchi has strongly cautioned about the dire consequences of a potential act of aggression, involving Israel and the United States, against Iran’s nuclear sites.

Fajr International Film Festival kicks off in Tehran

The 43rd Fajr International Film Festival, marking the victory anniversarry of Iran’s Islamic revolution, commenced on Thursday evening at the Vahdat Hall in Tehran, with a tribute to notable figures in the Iranian cinema industry, including Sirus Alvand, Reza Babak, and Manouchehr Valizadeh.

6th Tehran International Auto Show unveils over 20 new products

The 6th Tehran International Auto Show, one of the largest and most significant events in the automotive industry, is currently underway in the Iranian capitalT Tehran. The event kicked off on January 29 and will run through January 31.

Space Cheif: Iran to Launch Two Satellites into Space Soon

The head of the Iranian Space Agency announced that by the end of the current Iranian year in less than two months, two Iran-made satellites will be launched into space, which are significant.

France cancels Tehran-Paris flight without explanation

France has canceled a scheduled direct flight from Tehran to Paris, which was set to operate after months of halted flights to Europe.

Iran calls on UN nuclear agency to maintain technical focus

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araqchi has urged the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to avoid politicizing its interaction with Tehran.

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