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Finance

Iran’s Expediency Council to review CFT, Palermo Conventions separately from FATF 

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The spokesperson for Iran’s Expediency Council announced that the decision to review the CFT (Combating the Financing of Terrorism) and Palermo conventions separately from the broader FATF (Financial Action Task Force) framework was made following a directive from the Supreme Leader, based on a request from the Iranian President.
Foreign Policy

FM Araghchi: Iran to respond to Trump’s letter soon

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Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi announced that Tehran will respond to U.S. President Donald Trump’s letter in due course and through appropriate channels.
Middle East

Houthis announce missile launch at Israel’s Ben Gurion airport

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The Houthis have launched a hypersonic missile at Israel’s Ben Gurion airport, after the Israeli army broke a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, the Yemeni group announced Thursday.
Local

Iran’s President Promises economic reforms in Nowruz address

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Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian has promised to find a way to tackle inflation. He stated that livelihood, housing, health, and education remain the top priorities of his administration for the new year.
Middle East

Health Ministry confirms over 700 Palestinians killed in Israeli attacks in Gaza since Tuesday

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More than 700 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli air attacks in the Gaza Strip since Tuesday, the Health Ministry announced on Thursday.
Local

Iran’s Leader urges investments for production in New Year message

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Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has felicitated the nation on the occasion of the Persian new year, Nowruz, and further called for “Investments for Production”.
Europe

Macron confirms Iran released French citizen imprisoned for over 880 days

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A French citizen imprisoned in Iran for more than 880 days has been freed, according to President Emmanuel Macron.
Foreign Policy

Iran summons British, German diplomatic representatives over draft resolution at UNHRC

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British and German diplomatic representatives have been called to the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs in protest at their governments’ move to present a draft resolution against Tehran at the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC).
Custom

Millions in Iran, across the world usher in Nowruz, the Persian New Year

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On the occasion of the spring equinox, millions of Iranians and Persian-speaking communities around the globe are celebrating Saal Tahvil, the precise moment marking the beginning of Nowruz, the Persian New Year.
Foreign Policy

Iranian gov’t spokesperson: No immediate plans to divulge Trump letter content

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The spokesperson for the Iranian government, Fatemeh Mohajerani, stated on Thursday that there are currently no plans to disclose the contents of a letter sent by US President Donald Trump.
Local

Iran’s first vice president felicitates Persian New Year, calls for unity and progress

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In a message marking the beginning of the Persian New Year 1404, Iran’s First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref extended his congratulations on Nowruz on Thursday, emphasizing the significance of the holiday coinciding with the nights of Laylat al-Qadr – when the Qur’an was revealed to the Prophet – and the martyrdom of Imam Ali (AS), the first Shia Imam.
Europe

US ownership of Ukraine’s power plants ‘best protection’ of energy infrastructure: White House

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President Donald Trump and President Volodymyr Zelensky held a phone call, during which the American leader suggested Washington's ownership of Ukraine's power plants could help ensure their security.
Middle East

Israeli troops resume Gaza ground operation, seize part of Netzarim Corridor

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Israeli forces have resumed ground operations in the besieged Gaza Strip, reclaiming control of a key land corridor while continuing a wide-ranging bombardment of the besieged enclave as a truce with Hamas collapsed.
Middle East

Thousands protest against detention of Istanbul mayor

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Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets of Istanbul on Thursday following the arrest of the city's mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu. The opposition figure is seen as a key rival to President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
Americas

American judge rules Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil to remain in US for now

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A US federal judge has denied the administration of President Donald Trump's bid to dismiss activist Mahmoud Khalil's challenge to his arrest by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents and has decided to shift the jurisdiction of the case to the state of New Jersey.
Americas

Trump calls on Iran to stop aiding Houthis

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US President Donald Trump has stressed that Iran must completely halt any assistance it is supplying to Yemen's Houthi group, vowing to destroy it. Iran has repeatedly denied such allegations.
Europe

Zelensky agrees to halt attack on Russian energy infrastructure during phone call with Trump

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Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated he agreed to stop strikes on Russian energy infrastructure during a phone call with U.S. President Donald Trump.
Custom

Iranians prepare Haft-Seen tables to welcome Nowruz, Persian New Year

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As the Persian New Year, Nowruz, approaches, households across Iran are busy setting up Haft-Seen tables, a cherished tradition symbolizing renewal, prosperity, and the arrival of spring.
Middle East

Several killed in Gaza as Israel continues air attacks

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Several Palestinians have been killed in overnight and early morning Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip, a day after more than 400 were killed across the besieged enclave.
Middle East

Major Persian Gulf markets in red on geopolitical woes

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Major stock markets in the Persian Gulf fell in early trade on Wednesday as geopolitical tensions escalated in the Middle East after Israeli air attacks killed hundreds in the Gaza Strip, shattering nearly two months of relative calm since a ceasefire began.
Incidents

21 people killed in road accidents across Iran in 24 hours

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Iran’s traffic police commander said on Wednesday that 21 people have died in road accidents across Iran over the past 24 hours.
Middle East

Turkey arrests Istanbul mayor, Erdogan’s key rival

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Turkey detained Istanbul mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, the main rival of President Tayyip Erdogan, on charges of corruption and aiding a terrorist group in what the main opposition party calls "a coup against our next president".
Custom

Blooms and cheer: Flower market thrives in Tehran in final days of Persian year

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As the Persian New Year approaches, Tehran's local flower and plant markets are bustling with activity.
Europe

US considering relinquishing leadership of NATO’s European command: NBC

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The administration of US President Donald Trump is considering scrapping the longstanding role of the US in leading NATO's military operations in Europe, NBC News has reported, citing unnamed defense officials.
Europe

‘I don’t want us to be on Putin’s menu’: Zelensky says ceasefire negotiations must include Ukraine

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Kyiv must be included in all future negotiations regarding steps to end Russia's full-scale war, President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated in a virtual press conference.
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