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Ashraf Boroujerdi, prominent Iranian reformist and cultural figure, passes away

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She was also the first woman to serve as head of Iran’s National Library and Archives Organization.

Born in 1957 and the granddaughter of Ayatollah Ali Mohammad Boroujerdi, Ashraf Boroujerdi was a prominent figure in Iran’s reformist movement.

She was the first female deputy in the Ministry of Interior after the 1979 Islamic Revolution, working alongside ministers Abdullah Nouri and Seyed Abdolvahed Mousavi Lari in social and local council affairs.

From 2016 to 2021, by appointment of then-president Hassan Rouhani, she led the National Library and Archives Organization. Prior to that, she served as deputy for culture at the Institute for Humanities and Cultural Studies.

Boroujerdi was married to the late engineer Gholamali Motamedi, a martyr of the July 7, 1981, tragedy and deputy minister of labor in the Rajai government. Beyond her executive roles, she was active in academia, authored numerous works, and contributed significantly to the advancement of Iranian culture.

Government Spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani expressed condolences, describing Boroujerdi as an enlightened woman, civic activist, and political figure whose years of dedicated service in social, cultural, and administrative fields left a lasting legacy.

Commemorative stamp marking Prophet Muhammad’s 1,500th birth anniv. unveiled

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The event was attended by senior government officials, religious scholars, and members of the national organizing committee. After the official unveiling, Aref registered the stamp’s first issue.

The commemorative stamp is inspired by the miniature artwork “Ascension” by renowned Iranian artist Mahmoud Farshchian and has been produced in various philatelic formats.

Officials said the initiative aims to honor Islamic spiritual heritage, showcase Iranian-Islamic art, and promote the message of compassion of Prophet Muhammad at national and international levels.

China threatens ‘forceful measures’ over US weapons sales package to Taiwan

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The package, the largest ever by the United States to the island Beijing views as its own territory, comes as China has been stepping up its military and political pressure on Taiwan.

The ministry said it had lodged “stern representations” with the United States, and urged the country to immediately cease arms sales to Taiwan and abide by its commitment not to support “Taiwan independence forces”.

“The ‘Taiwan independence’ separatist forces, at the cost of the safety and well-being of Taiwan compatriots, use the hard-earned money of ordinary people to fatten US arms dealers in an attempt to ‘seek independence by relying on military force’,” the ministry statement read.

The United States, by repeatedly going back on its word, indulging and supporting Taiwan independence, is “bound to get burned itself”, the ministry added.

“The Chinese People’s Liberation Army will continue to strengthen training and combat readiness, take strong measures to safeguard national sovereignty and territorial integrity, and resolutely frustrate attempts at ‘Taiwan independence’ separatism and external interference.”

It did not give details on what exact steps it might take.

Washington has formal diplomatic relations with Beijing, but maintains unofficial ties with Taiwan and is the island’s most important arms supplier. The US is bound by law to provide Taiwan with the means to defend itself, though such arms sales are a persistent source of friction with China.

The latest weapons package includes HIMARS rocket systems, made by Lockheed Martin and which have been used extensively by Ukraine against Russian forces.

US President Donald Trump on Thursday signed into law a nearly $1 trillion annual defence policy bill, which fully funds the Taiwan Security Cooperation Initiative at $1 billion and authorises funding for US forces to continue training for Taiwan.

Taiwan’s defence ministry on Friday thanked the United States for those provisions, saying it would strengthen the island’s armed forces’ combat capabilities and ensure peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait and broader region.

Taiwan’s democratically elected government rejects Beijing’s sovereignty claims, saying only the island’s people can decide their future.

China has rebuffed repeated offers of talks with Taiwan President Lai Ching-te, saying he is a “separatist”. It has not ruled out the use of force to take control of the island.

Iran executes man convicted of espionage for Israel

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Iran Prison

The execution of Aqil Keshavarz was carried out after his conviction for espionage in favor of the Zionist regime, as well as for intelligence links and cooperation with the regime and filming military and security sites.

The sentence was implemented following confirmation by Iran’s Supreme Court and the completion of all legal procedures.

Keshavarz was arrested in April 2025 while filming the headquarters building of the Urmia Infantry Division in the capital of Iran’s West Azerbaijan province, by a patrol of the Islamic Republic of Iran Army’s protection unit.

During an inspection of his mobile phone, a message from an Israeli-numbered contact and an individual using the username “Osher” was discovered.

A search of the hotel where Keshavarz was staying also led to the discovery of a coded notebook containing the names and addresses of several security institutions.

Further investigations revealed that in 2022 Keshavarz had also established contact and cooperation on Telegram with one of the groups affiliated with the anti-Iran terror group MKO, sending images and carrying out slogan-writing activities as directed by the group’s administrators.

After each mission, a Mossad officer transferred payments to the accused in the form of cryptocurrency and sent him the transaction receipts.

Red Crescent: 24 Iranian provinces affected by weather-related disasters

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IFP Editorial Staff
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During this period, two children lost their lives, and a Red Crescent rescuer from was also killed while providing assistance to flood victims and saving the lives of fellow citizens in Jahrom, southern Iran.

A total of 151 Red Crescent branches were active across 225 operational sites.
In addition to relief efforts, 139 people affected by floods, snow, and blizzards were transferred to safe areas.

Eleven injured individuals were transferred to medical centers, while two others in East Azerbaijan and Fars provinces received outpatient treatment.

Meanwhile, 4,713 affected individuals received food supplies, and 13,224 people were provided with essential relief items.

Large parts of Iran have been hit by heavy rain and snow as well as a cold snap in recent days.

Former Iranian nuclear chief proposes reframing Iran-US talks to break deadlock

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In an interview with the Iranian news outlet Entekhab, Salehi suggested that instead of focusing on contentious issues such as Iran’s right to uranium enrichment, negotiations should be titled around a mutually acceptable principle: “Iran should not possess nuclear weapons.”

He argued that such a reframing would allow both sides to return to talks without political loss of face, as the principle is publicly endorsed by both Tehran and Washington.

Salehi said he believes technically feasible solutions exist that could satisfy both parties once negotiations resume.
He added that resolving the Iranian nuclear file would be the least costly and most manageable challenge for the US amid multiple global crises.

Commenting on broader geopolitics, Salehi said the US appears increasingly serious about ending the war in Ukraine, possibly to weaken ties between Russia and China.

He also warned that Venezuela, given its vast oil reserves, could become a strategic vulnerability for Washington if tensions escalate.

Salehi emphasized that amid crises in Ukraine, Gaza, Venezuela, and Iran, a pragmatic approach to diplomacy is essential to prevent further instability.

Iranian Red Crescent rescuer dies while saving flood victims in Jahrom

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Mohammad Ghorban-Iranian Red Crescent rescuer dies while saving flood victims in Jahrom

The Public Relations Office of the Red Crescent Society of Fars province announced that Mohammad Ghorban, a relief worker with the provincial branch, died early Friday while helping people trapped by flash floods caused by heavy rainfall.

The statement said Ghorban was carrying out emergency relief and rescue missions for residents affected by the recent floods when he made the ultimate sacrifice.

It described his actions as “an example of exceptional bravery, selflessness and dedication to humanitarian service.”

“Without doubt, the memory and name of this devoted servant of humanity will remain alive in people’s hearts, and his sacrifice will stand as a lasting model for all relief workers and rescuers,” the statement said.

The Red Crescent Society of Fars province extended condolences to Ghorban’s family, his colleagues within the Red Crescent, and the people of the province.

Heavy rainfall in recent days has caused flooding in parts of southern Iran, prompting emergency response teams to carry out rescue and evacuation operations in several affected areas.

Iran sets new rules for Afghan workers, allows 9-month employment period

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Nader Yarahmadi, head of the Interior Ministry’s Center for Foreign Nationals and Migrants Affairs, said around 20,000 Iranian employers have applied this year to hire foreign workers. Of these, about 6,000 requests have been approved and processed in coordination with the ministries of labor and foreign affairs.

Under the new framework, work visas are issued only to Afghan household heads and do not permit them to bring their families to Iran. Once a visa is issued, workers may remain in Iran for up to nine months, after which they must return to Afghanistan for three months before becoming eligible to re-enter and resume work, provided legal requirements are met.

Yarahmadi said the policy aims to balance labor market needs with social and economic considerations, adding that priority for job vacancies is first given to Iranian workers through an online system. Foreign workers are considered only if no Iranian applicants come forward within 15 days.

He emphasized that Afghan workers must be legally insured, taxed and registered, warning that those who enter Iran illegally for work will be detained and deported.

Iran, Russia agree on three-year roadmap to expand cooperation

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He made the announcement following the conclusion of his visit to Moscow.

Speaking at the end of the trip, Araghchi said that under the Iran–Russia Strategic Partnership Treaty, the foreign ministries of the two countries reached an agreement on a structured plan to better organize coordination and elevate relations to a higher level.

He noted that closer cooperation between Tehran and Moscow would enable more effective action against illegal Western sanctions, help strengthen regional stability, advance major infrastructure projects, and prevent unlawful actions at the United Nations Security Council.

Araghchi also reiterated Iran’s foreign policy priority. He went on to stress that neighboring countries remain at the center of Tehran’s diplomatic focus.

Red shores of Iran’s Hormuz Island capture global media attention

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IFP Editorial Staff
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According to reports, recent downpours washed the island’s iron-rich red soil into the sea, creating dramatic scenes along the coastline.

Videos circulating online show rainwater mixed with mineral sediments flowing from the island’s hills toward the shore, transforming the beaches into deep crimson hues.

Fox News described the phenomenon as the result of rainwater blending with mineral-rich deposits and seawater, noting that Hormuz is locally known as the “Rainbow Island” because of its colorful soils and rocks.

The network reported that intense rainfall earlier this week caused the island’s already red shoreline to darken further.

The UK’s Daily Telegraph referred to the event as a “blood rain” spectacle, reporting that nearly 100 millimeters of rain, about five times Iran’s monthly average, washed iron-rich soil into the sea.

French outlets such as 20 Minutes and France Info also highlighted the event, calling it rare and visually stunning.

India’s NDTV described the scene as a “breathtaking natural phenomenon,” explaining that Hormuz is rich in iron oxide, particularly hematite, which gives the soil and water their vivid red color.

Located near the Strait of Hormuz, the island is a major tourist attraction known for its unique geology and natural beauty.

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