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Iran says UN Security Council Inaction Emboldens Israel’s Violations

The Foreign Ministry of the Islamic Republic of Iran emphasized that the continued inaction of the United Nations Security Council in the face of Israel’s persistent and countless violations of law has been a major factor emboldening this regime to keep flagrantly breaching fundamental principles of international law, human rights, and humanitarian norms.

Qazvin: A Prime Destination for Iranian, International Tourists

Located 160 kilometers west of Tehran, the city of Qazvin stands as one of Iran’s most significant tourist attractions, welcoming a large number of domestic and international visitors during this year’s Nowruz holidays.

Iran Parliament National Security Committee chief warns against US, Israel adventurism

The Chairman of the Iranian Parliament's National Security and Foreign Policy Committee issued a stern warning, saying that the Zionist regime and the US should know that if they dare to compromise Iran's security under any false pretext, we will strip them of their security worldwide. 

IAEA chief to visit Iran for talks over “unresolved issues”

Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency, Rafael Grossi, has voiced willingness to visit Iran for talks with Iranian officials over the remaining unresolved issues between the IAEA and Tehran.

Iran denounces Israeli aggression against Lebanon, regrets UNSC Inaction

Iran's Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Esmail Baqaei, strongly condemned Israel’s criminal attacks on Lebanon, including Tuesday’s terrorist atrocity in the Dahiyeh district of Beirut, which led to the martyrdom of several Lebanese citizens as well as a senior Hezbollah official and his son.

Iranians celebrate Sizdah Bedar, concluding Nowruz festivities  

Millions of Iranians are marking Sizdah Bedar, or Nature Day, on Wednesday, the 13th and final day of Nowruz celebrations, by picnicking outdoors in parks and countryside areas to welcome spring and ward off bad luck.

Iran’s culture minister rejects Larijani’s remarks on nuclear fatwa 

Iran's Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance, Seyyed Abbas Salehi, has publicly rejected recent remarks made by Ali Larijani, a senior advisor to the Supreme Leader, regarding the possibility of Iran reconsidering its position on nuclear weapons under certain conditions. 

Road accidents leave 704 dead during Iran’s Nowruz travel period

Iran’s national police chief for road traffic, Brigadier General Teimour Hosseini, announced that 704 people have died in road accidents across the country during the first 17 days of the Nowruz travel period.

Skydivers leap from Tehran’s Milad Tower to mark Islamic Republic Day

Skydivers performed a dramatic base jump and paramotor demonstration from the 435-meter Milad Tower to commemorate the anniversary of Iran's Islamic Republic Day.

Iran begins production from new well in Persian Gulf gas field 

Iran has started production from the eighth well in Phase 11 of the South Pars gas field, in the Persian Gulf—the largest gas field in the world. The achievement was made possible through the efforts of Iranian experts

April 1st: Marking the birth of the Islamic Republic of Iran

April 1st, 1979, remains a historic milestone in the modern history of Iran, commemorated as the day when the nation collectively chose the establishment of the Islamic Republic. 

Iran says Trump’s rhetoric reckless, warns against US, Israeli adventurism

Iran’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Amir Saeed Iravani, has issued a stern warning in a letter to the UN Security Council, stating that Iran will "swiftly and decisively respond" to any act of aggression or attack by the US or its proxy, the Israeli regime, against its sovereignty, territorial integrity, or national interests.

Two fuel smuggling tankers seized by IRGC in the Persian Gulf

Two foreign tankers, named "Star 1" and "Vintage," were seized by the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) from fuel smuggling networks in the central waters of the Persian Gulf.

Iran Leader advisor warns Tehran may pursue nuclear weapons if attacked by US or Israel

Ali Larijani, a senior advisor to Iran’s Leader and former chief nuclear negotiator, warned that Iran could be forced to develop nuclear weapons if the US or Israel launches military strikes against the country.

IRGC commanders warn U.S. against anti-Iran saber-rattling

The commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Aerospace Division has warned the U.S. against anti-Iran provocative acts.

Iran summons Swiss envoy, warns U.S. following Trump’s provocative remarks

Following the US President Donald Trump's threats against Iran, on Monday morning, the Swiss chargé d'affaires in Tehran, acting as the protector of US interests, was summoned to the Iranian Foreign Ministry, where Iran’s official warning note was delivered to him.

Iran comes down hard on Trump for ‘bombing’ threat

Iran has sharply criticized US President Donald Trump’s threat to bomb the country “if it refuses to negotiate a new nuclear deal,” calling the remarks a violation of international law and a threat to global security.

Iranian FM thanks UAE for relaying US president letter to Tehran

Iran's Foreign Minister, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, thanked the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for conveying the recent letter of the American president to the Islamic Republic.

Human error, transport company violations confirmed in Kerman deadly bus crash, southern Iran

A deadly bus crash in southeastern Iranian Kerman province that killed 14 people and injured 46 was caused by human error and violations by the passenger transport company, provincial officials confirmed on Monday.

Iran’s Leader warns of ‘firm response’ to hostile acts in Eid sermon

The Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has issued a stark warning to Iran's adversaries, declaring that any hostile actions against the country would be met with a decisive response.

Iran wins freestyle wrestling Asian championship

The Iranian national freestyle wrestling team has claimed the championship title at the 2025 Asian Wrestling Championships held in Amman, Jordan.

Iranians celebrate Eid al-Fitr as Ramadan concludes

People across Iran celebrated on Monday Eid al-Fitr, marking the end of the holy fasting month of Ramadan, after the new moon of Islamic month of Shawwal was sighted the previous night.

Crescent moon sighted in Iran, Eid al-Fitr to be celebrated Monday

The Office of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution has officially announced that Monday, March 31, 2025, marks the celebration of Eid al-Fitr in Iran.

Iran President: Path for indirect negotiations with US open

The President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Masoud Pezeshkian, emphasized that America's broken promises have led to a lack of trust, and it is the behavior of the Americans that determines the continuation of the negotiations, adding that the path for indirect negotiations remains open.

Iran beats China, crowned at Asian U20 Water Polo Champion

Iran’s U20 national water polo team has won the championship title at the 2025 Asian U20 Water Polo Championships after defeating China 15-11 in the final held in Singapore.