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Leader of terrorist group behind deadly attack on Iran’s Sistan and Baluchestan border guards killed

The spokesperson for the Law Enforcement Command of the Islamic Republic of Iran announced the leader of a terror group behind a deadly attack on border guards in Taftan, Sistan and Baluchestan province, has been killed.

1,600-year-old juniper tree discovered in Iran’s West Azarbaijan province

A 1,600-year-old juniper tree has been identified in the Zinehar forest reserve near Takab, West Azarbaijan Province, marking it as the oldest tree in the region in northwestern Iran.

High-ranking Iranian military commander confirms military operation against Israel certain

Brigadier General Ali Fadavi, Deputy Commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC), announced that Operation True Promise 3 against the Israeli regime is certain.

Iran says US, Israel inching toward downfall

The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has warned the US and Israel that Tehran and the resistance front will equip themselves with whatever necessary to defeat the adversaries.

Ukraine claims Russia has lost nearly 700,000 troops since start of war

Russia has lost almost 699,100 forces in Ukraine since the beginning of the conflict in February 2022, the General Staff of Ukraine's Armed Forces has reported.

Iran unveils three new laser achievements at specialized exhibition

The 5th Iran Laser, Photonics, and Quantum Specialized Exhibition kicked off on Sunday at the Tehran International Exhibition Center.

IRGC chief says Iran to acquire anything necessary to overcome enemies

The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has warned the US and Israel that Tehran and the resistance front will equip themselves with whatever necessary to defeat the adversaries.

Over half of Britons believe Israel committing war crimes in Gaza: Poll

More than half of Britons across the political spectrum believe that the actions of the Israeli military during the onslaught against Palestinians in the besieged Gaza Strip constitute war crimes, a recent opinion poll has revealed.

Fatah, Hamas hold talks in Egypt to discuss Gaza

Representatives from Palestinian groups Fatah and Hamas have begun negotiations in Cairo to discuss forming a committee to manage the affairs of the Gaza Strip, Egypt's State Information Service has announced, citing an Egyptian security official.

Humanitarian situation in Lebanon worse than during 2006 war: UN

The United Nations’s humanitarian agency (OCHA) has announced that the humanitarian situation in Lebanon has reached levels that exceed the severity” of the last war between Israel and Hezbollah in 2006, with many more now killed and displaced.

Nationwide rallies in Iran mark National Day of Fight Against Global Arrogance

Large demonstrations are being held across Iran to condemn oppressive US policies across the globe as Iranians mark the National Day of Fight Against Global Arrogance.

US renews warning about Iran’s new strike against Israel

The United States has warned Iran in recent days against launching another attack on Israel. Tehran has vowed to deliver a devastating and crushing response to the recent act of aggression by the Zionist regime.

Earthquake jolts Iran’s Garmsar, damage caused

A 4.8 magnitude earthquake struck the city of Garmsar in Semnan Province, eastern Tehran, at 5:16 a.m. local time, originating from a depth of 11 kilometers.

Suspected Israeli naval commandos kidnap Lebanese man near his home

Suspected Israeli naval commandos have infiltrated Lebanese territory by sea, kidnapping a man near his home.

Israel unable to calculate Iran’s response: IRGC spokesman

A spokesman for the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has stated that Israel is incapable of figuring out Tehran’s retaliation, vowing a firm response to the regime’s recent act of aggression on Iran.

Iranian MP: Top security body approved retaliatory attack against Israel

An Iranian MP has said Iran’s planned military response to the Israeli attack on the Islamic Republic will be way heavier than the previous one code-named True Promise II.

Israel bracing for Iran’s attack: Source

Israel is on high alert, bracing for Iran's retaliation after recent airstrikes hit several military sites in three Iranian provinces last week. Iran has vowed to deliver a devastating and regret-inducing response.

Renowned Iranian Sunni cleric attends introduction ceremony of new governor

The Sunni Friday prayers leader of Iran’s southeastern provincial capital Zahedan, who was previously critical of the Iranian government's handling of the 2022-2023 unrest in the country, attended the introduction ceremony of the first Sunni governor of Sistan and Baluchestan province in the Shia majority country.

World ‘merely watching’ as North Korea threat grows: Zelensky

The international community is "merely watching" as the threat of North Korean military offensive grows, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said in a social media post.

Almost quarter of buildings in southern Lebanon damaged or destroyed in Israeli attacks: Report

Roughly one-quarter of buildings in southern Lebanon have been damaged or destroyed due to intensified Israeli strikes, according to a Washington Post report based on satellite data.

Iran Leader: US, Israel will definitely get crushing response

The Leader of Iran's Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has warned that the US and Israeli regime will receive a crushing response for stoking tensions in the region. 

Iranian vice president: Joining FATF under review by administration

The Iranian vice president for legal affairs says the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) is currently being reviewed by the ministry of economy and finance, following a directive by President Massoud Pezeshkian.

Israel’s attacks against Lebanon suggest rejection of ceasefire: PM

Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati has stated that Israeli statements and diplomatic indicators received by Beirut confirm Tel Aviv's stubbornness and refusal to accept proposed solutions, insisting instead on a path of violence and destruction.

Condition in northern Gaza Strip is “apocalyptic”: Senior UN officials

The situation in northern part of the Gaza Strip is "apocalyptic" as Israel pursues a military offensive in the area, top United Nations officials have warned.

US announces new Middle East military deployments amid Iran-Israel tension

The Pentagon announced it is carrying out new military deployments to the Middle East, including additional ballistic missile defence destroyers and several long-range strike bombers.