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Iran Judiciary: No complains lodged against ex-FM Zarif over dual citizenship

The spokesperson for Iran’s Judiciary clarified that no complaints have been filed against former Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif or others regarding dual citizenship or relatives holding foreign citizenship.

Iran to unveil first AI-equipped oil well

The Iranian Vice President for Science, Technology and Knowledge-Based Economy has announced the inauguration of Iran's first Well, Reservoir, Facility Management (WRFM) Center to optimize real-time management of wells, reservoirs, and surface facilities using advanced data.

Syrian rights group compiles list of over 16k Assad gov’t affiliates accused of crimes against civilians

A Syrian rights group has announced that it has compiled a list of around 16,200 members of the ousted government of Bashar Al-Assad, accused of committing crimes against civilians.

Israel violates cease-fire in Lebanon, killing 2 people

Two people were killed and another was injured in an Israeli air attack near a school in Marjayoun in southern Lebanon.

UN General Assembly seeking ICJ advisory opinion on Israel’s obligations in occupied Palestinian territory

The United Nations General Assembly has formally requested the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to provide an advisory opinion on Israel’s obligations as an occupying power in relation to the presence and activities of the UN, other international organizations, and third states in the occupied Palestinian territory.

Vank Church, Jolfa district in Iran’s Isfahan decorated for New Year

As the New Year 2025 approaches, Vank Church and the Jolfa district in Iran’s central province of Isfahan have been beautifully decorated.

Kremlin says several countries to become BRICS partners next year

Nine countries will officially join BRICS as partner states in 2025, Russian presidential aide Yuri Ushakov has said, adding that the economic group is open to like-minded partners.

WHO warns Yemen bears ‘highest burden’ of cholera worldwide

The World Health Organization (WHO) has cautioned that Yemen bears "the highest burden" of cholera globally.

Hamas says fate of captives depends on Israeli military

The fate of the Israeli hostages held by Hamas depends on advances made by the Israeli military in some areas, Abu Obaida, spokesman of the Qassam Brigades of Palestinian group Hamas, has stated.

UN declares Gaza Strip most dangerous place for aid delivery

Tom Fletcher, the United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, has raised the alarm over the escalating humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip, calling the besieged enclave the most dangerous region for aid delivery.

Lebanon urges Israel’s withdrawal from south

Lebanon’s Prime Minister Najib Mikati has called on the United States and France to help speed up the Israeli withdrawal from southern part of the Middle Eastern country nearly a month after the ceasefire between Tel Aviv and Beirut took effect.

Iranian martial artist Aliakbari sparks controversy with video of pet lion

World-renowned Iranian martial artist Amir Aliakbari has stirred controversy by posting a video of himself hugging a lion at his home.

Iran sets new record with daily gas production of 865mn cubic meters

Iran has reached a new milestone in gas production, with a daily output of 865 million cubic meters of sweet gas, surpassing the ministry of petroleum's commitment of 845 million cubic meters.

Ukraine increasingly sees conflict with Russia ending in 2025: WaPo

Ukrainian officials are “starting to believe” that the war with Russia will be resolved next year, a senior member of Volodymyr Zelensky’s government has reportedly told the Washington Post. The shift in attitude is a direct result of US President-elect Donald Trump’s public talk of a settlement, the official added.

Tehran’s air quality in red zone, elementary schools closed

Air pollution in the Iranian capital Tehran reached its peak on Tuesday, with the air quality index standing at 160, indicating unhealthy conditions for all groups.

Advisor to Iran’s leader: Undermining President Pezeshkian is what enemies desire

Mohammad Mokhber, an advisor to Iran’s Leader says spreading rumors about President Masoud Pezeshkian’s plan to resign is in line with the conspiracies of enemies that seek to create mistrust among Iranians and the Islamic establishment.

Jordan FM says Amman to stand by “Syrian brothers” after meeting with de facto ruler

Jordan’s Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi held talks with Syria’s de facto ruler Ahmed al-Sharaa in Damascus on Monday. It comes as regional leaders move to engage with the new administration following the overthrow of President Bashar al-Assad two weeks ago.

Israel acknowledges it assassinated Hamas chief in Tehran

Israel’s Minister of Defence Israel Katz has for the first time publicly acknowledged that Tel Aviv assassinated Hamas political chief Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran.

Trump says Putin wants to meet him

US President-elect Donald Trump has claimed that Russian President Vladimir Putin wants to hold a meeting with him "as soon as possible".

Israel tells Syria its soldiers to remain in occupied territory: Report

Israel has reportedly informed Syria’s new administration that its soldiers will remain stationed in the so-called “buffer zone” within the occupied Syrian Golan Heights for now.

Advisor to Iran leader: Tehran ready for talks, but won’t give in to pressure over nuclear issue

Kamal Kharrazi, the head of Iran's Strategic Council on Foreign Relations and an advisor to Iran’s Leader, has said Tehran is ready for talks with the US but will not give in to pressure.

President Pezeshkian says Tehran committed to complete North-South transit corridor

Iran's President Massoud Pezeshkian has reaffirmed the Iranian government's commitment to completing the North-South transit corridor.

Art event brings diplomats, artists and ordinary citizens together inside Iranian Foreign Ministry

An artistic event titled Autumn-Leaf was held in Meydan Mashgh, within Iran’s Foreign Ministry’s premises in the south of the Iranian capital Tehran.

North Korea preparing to ship more forces, drones to Russia: S. Korea

North Korea is preparing to deploy additional troops, weapons and other military equipment, including drones, to aid Russia in its full-scale war against Ukraine, the South Korean military has claimed.

Iran, E3 set to resume talks in January: Spokesman

Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei has stated that a fresh round of talks between Iran and the European troika – Britain, France, and Germany -- regarding Tehran’s nuclear program and regional issues is likely to kick off in mid-January.