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Iranian army launches dozens of drones toward occupied territories

Iran Drone

In an official statement, the Army announced that dozens of combat drones were launched within the past 24 hours toward targets across the occupied territories.

“Multiple types of strike UAVs were deployed, and incoming reports indicate that most of the drones successfully hit their designated targets,” the statement said.

These drone operations are part of Iran’s broader military response to Zionist regime’s ongoing attacks. Since the onset of the Zionist regime’s aggression, Iran has been fighting back fiercely across multiple domains including ballistic missile strikes, cyber operations, and now sustained drone warfare.

Zionist aggression against Iran: 2nd Sharif University nuclear scientist assassinated along with wife in targeted killing

The assassination marks the second killing of a Sharif University nuclear scientist in recent weeks.

According to Sharif University’s official newspaper, “With deep sorrow, anger, and pride, we received the news of the martyrdom of Dr. Seyed Isar Tabatabaei Ghomsheh, a distinguished and largely unknown contributor to Iran’s nuclear industry, who was martyred along with his honorable wife, Ms. Mansoureh Haji Salem, at their home during last week’s attacks”.

Dr. Tabatabaei, who began his Master’s in Mechanical Engineering in 2004 and later pursued a Ph.D. in Nuclear Engineering at the same university, had quietly dedicated years of his life to Iran’s nuclear program.

The targeted killing has been widely condemned within Iranian academic and political circles, with many describing it as a clear violation of international law and an attack on Iran’s scientific sovereignty.

Several Iranian scientists have been killed during week-long aggression by the Zionist regime against Iran.

Iran FM lauds armed forces, national unity amid Israeli aggression

Araghchi made the remarks during a media interview in Istanbul while participating in the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Foreign Ministers’ meeting.

He acknowledged the current challenging situation but expressed confidence that Iran remains in good condition.

He pointed out that Iran’s current actions are in accordance with its legitimate right to defend itself against aggression and unjust attacks, particularly those perpetrated by the Israeli regime.

In a conversation with the Associated Press, Araghchi warned that active US involvement in a potential conflict with Israel against Iran would be “very, very dangerous” and described possible US military intervention as “very unfortunate.”

Arriving in Istanbul earlier on Saturday to attend the OIC meeting, Araghchi highlighted the significance of a special session requested by Iran to discuss recent developments and Israeli aggression.

He expressed hope that the upcoming communiqué would strongly condemn these actions and reflect international support for Iran’s position.

Iran Football Federation chief calls for Israel’s expulsion from international competitions

Mehdi Taj

His remarks came during a gathering of the Iranian sports community in front of the United Nations office in Tehran, where participants protested against the aggression and crimes committed by the occupying Israeli regime against Iran.

During the gathering, Taj expressed that the spontaneous request from the sports community was to condemn Israel’s recent actions and demand its exclusion from international sporting events.

“When the Israeli regime aggressively violates all rules, killing our military commanders, children, and athletes in their sleep while attacking residential areas, it motivates our people to come together, regardless of their opinions,” he stated, emphasizing that significant efforts are underway.

He added, “This victory ultimately belongs to our beloved country. The government, the people, and commanders are seriously pursuing necessary actions. We had the upcoming Asian Women’s Football Championship, and we requested the AFC to postpone the matches, which they approved.”

Iran’s UN envoy criticizes IAEA head for bias, inaction amid Israeli attacks

Rafael Grossi

In a formally lodged letter addressed to the UN Secretary General and the President of the Security Council, Iravani criticized Grossi for his bias and lack of action in response to aggressive attacks by Israel against Iran, noting these violate the principle of neutrality required by his position.

Iravani pointed out Grossi’s public statements failed to acknowledge Iran’s legitimate peaceful nuclear activities.

He also noted that Grossi did not comply with the IAEA’s legal obligations regarding Israel’s actions toward Iran, asserting that such remarks undermine the integrity of the agency and reflect a lack of impartiality.

Iravani highlighted Grossi’s inadequate response to Israel’s attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities, which are under international safeguards, and his failure to condemn such actions, contrary to obligations outlined in IAEA resolutions.

Furthermore, Iravani pointed out a pattern of selective bias in Grossi’s approach toward Iran’s nuclear agenda, arguing that this contradicts the IAEA’s commitments to protecting its safeguards.

Calling on the Security Council to address this issue, Iravani stated that Grossi’s continued silence on Israel’s threats implies complicity regarding aggressive actions against Iran.

He urged that the letter be distributed as a document of the Security Council, reinforcing Iran’s commitment to its rights and sovereignty while advocating for a balanced handling of issues surrounding its nuclear program.

Araghchi: No talks while Zionist regime’s attacks continue 

He was speaking after a meeting in Geneva with the foreign ministers of the three European countries (France, Germany, and the UK) and the EU’s foreign policy chief.

“We had serious discussions with the Europeans today (but) as long as the Zionist regime continues its attacks, we will not enter negotiations with any other sides”, the top Iranian diplomat noted. He reaffirmed Iran’s commitment to its legitimate right to self-defense, saying the country will continue to respond to aggression as long as it is necessary.

Araghchi also expressed concern over the international community’s failure to condemn Tel Aviv’s brutal attacks, slamming the silence as “deeply worrying”.

He added, “We support continued dialogue with the E3 and the EU and we are prepared for another round of talks in the near future”.

Iran’s Cyber Security Command: Enemy C4I system disrupted in ongoing cyber operations

The statement said the counter measures include the disruption of enemy command and control infrastructure (C4I).

According to the statement, since the beginning of the Zionist regime’s attack, Iran has been the target of multiple cyber assaults on its critical infrastructure like the banking system and internet services. However, the resilience of domestic networks has been largely maintained, thanks to the continuous efforts of Iranian cyber security experts.

Iran’s Cyber Security Command highlighted several key achievements including blocking the majority of Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks, restricting access for hostile hacker groups attempting data theft or service disruption, partial collapse of the enemy’s C4I structure near active military zones and damage to enemy data collection networks used for targeted operations.

The statement added that other successful countermeasures remain classified due to wartime security concerns.

 

It also issued a warning to groups collaborating with the Zionist enemy, saying they have been identified and will be held accountable.

Iran determined to defend itself against Israeli attacks: FM

Abbas Araghchi

Araqchi said on Friday at a session of the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva:Currently, Iran, a country with a population of 100 million, is the target of blatant aggression by a regime that for two years has committed horrific genocide in Palestine and occupied the lands of neighboring countries.

The foreign minister stated: Israel has launched an unprovoked attack on Iran, in clear violation of the UN Charter and with blatant disregard for all principles and rules that this council defends.

Araqchi added: Hundreds of Iranian people have been killed and wounded as a result of Israel’s surprise armed attacks and terrorist operations targeting residential areas, public infrastructure, hospitals, and medical centers. Iran’s peaceful nuclear facilities, despite being under the full supervision of the International Atomic Energy Agency and despite international law strictly prohibiting attacks on such facilities, have also been targeted.

He said Israel’s attacks on Iran’s nuclear facilities, considering the risk of environmental and health disasters caused by radioactive material leakage, constitute major war crimes.

The Foreign Minister stated: Iran is under a ruthless act of aggression. This obvious fact must not be distorted by Israel and its supporters. Israel’s aggression against Iran cannot and must not be justified by any legal or moral standards. Any justification for this unjust and criminal war amounts to complicity in the crime.

He added: Israel commits war crimes and crimes against humanity. International humanitarian law, already severely weakened by Israel’s ruthless crimes in occupied Palestine and elsewhere, is now under even graver threat due to Israel’s blatant violations of the 1949 Geneva Conventions.

He said the consequences of this aggressive war will not be limited to any single country. The entire region and beyond will be affected. But more than that, the entire international legal system based on the United Nations will be gravely endangered.

Iran announces 17th wave of combined strikes against Zionist regime’s military targets

Iran announces 17th wave of combined strikes against Zionist regime's military targets

According to the statement, the strikes hit multiple locations, including military command and control centers, defense industry complexes, support companies involved in the Zionist regime’s military operations, and air bases such as Nevatim and Hatzerim.

The attack was described as a response to the Zionist regime’s long-standing aggression against the people of Gaza, Lebanon, Yemen, and its ongoing war against the Islamic Republic of Iran.

The statement noted that the ballistic missile strikes on Tel Aviv, Haifa, and Beersheba were accurate, underscoring the escalating offensive capability of the nation’s missile arsenal aimed at deterring further acts of aggression by the ruling criminal gang in Tel Aviv.

The statement also praised the unity and resolve of the Iranian people, both domestically and abroad, as well as the solidarity expressed by resistance movements, religious leaders, and free nations worldwide, which it said has strengthened the morale and determination of Iran’s armed forces.

2,000 Iranians injured in Zionist regime’s attacks treated and discharged

According to the ministry, 2,800 wounded people had been admitted for medical care since the beginning of the attacks last Friday.

The Ministry of Health underlined that there are currently no problems in the country’s healthcare and treatment infrastructure, despite ongoing pressures.i`

The statement also reported that six ambulances have been completely destroyed and are out of service, while 14 healthcare personnel have been injured and two have been martyred in the line of duty by the Israeli attacks.

One Iranian hospital was hit by Israeli rocket attacks on Friday morning.