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Official: Iran reconsidering FATF accession to smooth international relations

The head of the Iranian government's Information Council has announced that joining to the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) is once again on the agenda to facilitate smoother international relations.

Iranian deputy FM describes Geneva talks with E3 as “constructive, frank” 

Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Kazem Gharibabadi says talks between Iranian and European diplomats in Geneva were serious, frank and constructive.

Iranian flights to Europe to resume after hiatus 

Iran's Civil Aviation Organization has announced the resumption of European flights starting from January 31, 2025.

“Water’s End” in southern Iran a haven for migratory birds 

Located 30 kilometers from Minab in the Kalahi and Sirik region in Iran' southern province of Hormozgan, the village of Tiab stretches approximately 9 kilometers from its main branch to its opening into the sea. 

Top Iranian official advocates for direct talks with the US

Ali Abdolalizadeh, the head of Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian's election campaign and the president's representative in maritime economy, has called for direct talks with the United States.

Iranian citizen detained in Italy, released 

The spokesperson for Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced the release of Mohammad Abedini Najafabadi, an Iranian citizen who had been detained in Italy, and his return to the homeland. 

Seabirds “Shalus” of Persian Gulf captivate nature enthusiasts

The "Shalus," a local word for seabirds from the gull family, inhabit the shores of the Persian Gulf, attracting the attention of nature lovers and tourists with their appealing appearance and social behaviors.

Third round of Iran-E3 talks to begin in Geneva on Monday

The third round of talks between Iran and the European troika, comprising France, Germany, and the UK, will commence on Monday in the Swiss city of Geneva.

Iran says planning to invest $120bn in petroleum projects

Iranian Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad has stated that the Islamic Republic is planning to invest up to $120 billion in petroleum projects as the country seeks to increase its oil and gas production to respond to a rising demand for energy.

Iranian daily Tehran Times refutes claims about Ayatollah Khamenei’s successor

The Iranian English-language daily, Tehran Times, has refuted claims recently made by The Washington Post regarding the succession of the Iranian Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.

Former Iranian diplomat urges discreet contact with Trump’s team

A former Iranian diplomat has suggested that Iran should establish discreet communication channels with incoming US President Donald Trump's team to reach a suitable arrangement.

Iranian Interests Section in US offers consular services to California fire victims

Following the devastating wildfire in Los Angeles, California, the Islamic Republic of Iran Interests Section in Washington, D.C., has extended its condolences to the affected Iranians and announced its readiness to provide special consular services.

Iran’s Red Crescent Society declares readiness to help people affected by LA fires

The head of Iran’s Red Crescent Society has said the organization is ready to help those affected or displaced by the wildfires in the US city of Los Angeles.

Space agency chief says Iran plans to unveil local satellite within weeks

The Head of Iran’s Space Agency, Hassan Salariyeh, has stated that the local sensing satellite Pars 2, with color imaging accuracy of 4 meters, will be unveiled in early February, marking the anniversary of the victory of the Islamic Revolution.

Renowned Iranian musician Fereydoun Shahbazian passes away at 82

Fereydoun Shahbazian, a distinguished Iranian musician, composer, and conductor, passed away on Saturday due to respiratory issues.

IRGC unveils new missile city

The Aerospace Force of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has unveiled one of its advanced missile cities.

Embassy: Iranian president to sign strategic cooperation treaty during Russia visit

The Iranian Embassy in Moscow has announced that President Massoud Pezeshkian will sign a comprehensive strategic cooperation treaty with Russia during his visit to Moscow on January 17.

IRGC intelligence forces dismantle spy network in Iran’s Khuzestan

The Intelligence Organization of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has successfully dismantled a spy network in Khuzestan province, southern Iran, according to a statement.

Iran’s trade with Eurasian Union reaches $2.7bn in past 9 months

The value of Iran's foreign trade with the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) countries reached $2.7bn billion from the start of the Persian year (beginning on March 20, 2024), according to Foroud Asgari, the head of Iran's Customs Administration.

Tehran hosts large-scale ‘Wayfarers of Quds’ military exercise

The 27th Muhammad Rasulullah Division of Greater Tehran held the "Raheyaan Quds", or Wayfarers of Quds, exercise on Friday as part of the Great Prophet 19 military drills conducted by the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) in the country.

‘Mother of Siberian Cranes’ passes away in Iran’s Mazandaran

Ellen Vuosalo, a Finnish researcher affectionately known as the "Mother of Siberian Cranes," has passed away at 95 in the northern Iranian province of Mazandaran.

Leopard spotted roaming with cubs in Iran’s Savadkuh

Stunning images have been captured of a mother leopard along with her two cubs in the heights of the Savadkuh non-hunting area, in northern Iran.

Iranian para taekwondo athlete buys father trailer truck, using medals

Iranian para taekwondo athlete Zahra Rahimi who gained recognition for representing Iran at the 2024 Summer Paralympics has hit the headlines in Iran for buying her father a trailer truck, using her medals.

PM office: Detained Italian journalist in Iran released, on way back home

The office of the Italian prime minister announced Italian journalist Ms. Cecilia Sala detained for several days in Iran has been released an is en route to Italy.

Iran atomic chief: Construction of units 2, 3 of Bushehr nuclear power plant continues

The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) announced on Tuesday that the construction of Units 2 and 3 of the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant is ongoing.

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