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FM: Netanyahu behind Fox News claim about Iran 

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IFP Media Wire
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Abbas Araghchi

Araqchi wrote on X

Social media platform: “As always, as the resumption of indirect nuclear talks between Iran and the US approaches, more ‘highly alarming’ satellite images are being released.”

He added Benjamin Netanyahu, the Israeli Prime Minister whose credibility has been severely tarnished and who has been exposed as a saboteur, is pursuing his own policy to dictate what US President Donald Trump can and cannot do.

Araqchi said Netanyahu has turned to his old and new puppets.

Referring to the MEK’s collaboration with Saddam Hussein’s regime, the former Iraqi dictator, during the imposed war against Iran in the 1980s, he added recruiting a terrorist cult that comes cheap reflects the height of desperation.

Iran eliminated from beach soccer world cup after 4–3 defeat to Belarus

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IFP Editorial Staff
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The match, held in Seychelles, saw the Iranians fall short in a tightly contested game, ending their hopes of advancing further in the tournament.

This early exit comes as a disappointment for the team, which had previously been tipped as one of the tournament’s stronger contenders.

Speculation had circulated in local media suggesting that Iran’s earlier group-stage loss to Portugal may have been strategic, aimed at securing an easier path in the knockout rounds—a tactic that ultimately did not pay off.

With this defeat, Iran leaves the competition without delivering any major surprises or fulfilling expectations of being a tournament dark horse.

Eternal Persian Gulf: Iranian media, public reject reported US name change

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Trump also said on Wednesday he will make a decision on how the US refers to the “Persian Gulf” during an upcoming visit to the region.

“I’ll have to make a decision,” Trump said in response to a question about whether he would make an announcement on the body of water’s name.

“I don’t want to hurt anybody’s feelings. I don’t know if feelings are going to be hurt.”

The comments triggered immediate backlash in Iran, where the term “Persian Gulf” is seen as a deeply rooted historical and cultural designation, recognized in centuries of maps, documents, and international agreements.

The response has not been limited to officials or scholars. Social media users, journalists, and institutions have collectively reaffirmed the legitimacy of the name “Persian Gulf,” calling any attempt to rename it an affront to Iranian identity and a distortion of historical truth.

In honor of Persian Gulf Day, Iranian news agency ISNA published a photo series from its archives, showcasing images that celebrate the geographic and cultural legacy of the Persian Gulf. The message from across Iranian society is unified: the name “Persian Gulf” is timeless and unchangeable.

Iran’s oil minister unveils major reforms to boost private sector participation and investment in energy projects

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Iran Oil

Speaking on the sidelines of the International Oil, Gas, Refining, and Petrochemical Exhibition on Thursday, Paknejad highlighted efforts to streamline contract processes, attract domestic and foreign investment, and increase transparency in upstream and downstream operations.

“We’ve significantly reduced the contract ratification period from three years to under one,” he said, citing recent economic council approvals.

Paknejad emphasized record growth over the past nine months, including a 150,000-barrel daily increase in oil output and a 30 million cubic meter rise in daily gas production. Gasoline and diesel output also rose by 7 and 8 million liters per day, respectively.

The ministry plans to complete over 30 major projects by 2026 with an investment of $10 billion, aiming to boost oil capacity by 250,000 barrels per day and raw gas production by 30 million cubic meters, the minister said, adding over 200 upstream investment opportunities have been introduced to the private sector.

He also revealed ongoing efforts to finalize Iran’s role as a regional energy hub, citing recent gas swap agreements and expanded cooperation with Russia and neighboring countries.

Iranian-American Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari condemns attempt to rename Persian Gulf

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IFP Editorial Staff
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In a post on the social media platform X, Ansari wrote, “The Persian Gulf has been recognized as such by international bodies for centuries, and politically-motivated attempts to rename it will never succeed.”

Ansari’s remarks came in response to speculation that US President Donald Trump, during his upcoming trip to the region, may support rebranding the Persian Gulf with an alternative name – a move that has triggered widespread backlash in Iran and among the global Iranian diaspora.

She added pointedly, “Donald Trump needs to stop trying to rename bodies of water and focus on doing his job.”

Ansari joins a growing number of voices – including Iranian officials and diplomats – condemning the potential name change as a politically driven provocation with no legal or historical basis.

Iran’s UN mission says “facts won’t change in Oval Office” amid name dispute over Persian Gulf

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Persian Gulf

In a statement on social media platform X, Iran’s UN mission said, “Facts do not change in the Oval Office. Everyone must stand against the distortion of reality. Understanding history and geography is essential to governance.”

The comments follow growing speculation that the US administration, before Trump’s upcoming trip to the region, may officially adopt the name “Arabian Gulf” for historically verified millennia-old Persian Gulf, a move Tehran sees as politically motivated and historically unfounded.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi also weighed in via X, calling such efforts a “hostile provocation” and a “disrespect to all Iranians.”

He emphasized that while Iran respects names like the Arabian Sea, Indian Ocean, or Red Sea – acknowledging them as shared heritage – it will not tolerate attempts to rename the Persian Gulf, whose name has been universally recognized for centuries.

Araghchi further asserted that no political maneuver can alter established historical and geographical facts, warning that such a move would ignite outrage among Iranians worldwide.

Iranian writer Shiva Arastouei dies at 64

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Her family confirmed the news on Thursday, though the cause of death has not yet been disclosed.

Born in 1961 in Tehran, Arastouei was known for her distinct voice in contemporary Iranian literature.

Among her notable works are the novels Aftaab Mahtaab, I Became Beautiful When I Saw Him, and Bibi Shahrzad, as well as the acclaimed short story collection I Had Come to Drink Tea with My Daughter, which explores women’s issues with a unique narrative sensitivity.

In addition to her writing, Arastouei had a diverse artistic career, including roles as a film consultant and appearances in several short films. She also taught fiction writing at the University of the Arts in Tehran.

Arastouei’s early experiences as a young volunteer during the Iran-Iraq war in the 1980s deeply shaped her worldview and writing.

In the 1990s, during a wave of popular romance literature among youth, she took a different path by incorporating feminist themes into her fiction.

Her 1994 poetry collection Lost and her feminist storytelling style made her a prominent voice among female Iranian authors.

Iran disproves Russian Duma member’s claims about Iranian watermelon safety with scientific evidence

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Director General of the Office of Vegetables and Cucurbits at the Ministry of Agriculture Hossein Asghari said Iran’s agricultural products meet the “strictest international standards” for nitrate residue, including those enforced by Russia.

“The permissible nitrate limit in watermelons is 60 milligrams per kilogram in both Iran and Russia”, he noted.

Asghari questioned the origin of the watermelon shown in a recently circulated video showing a Russian Duma member casting doubt on Iranian produce.

He said there is no clear evidence that the watermelon in the video was from Iran.

Asghari also highlighted critical flaws in the testing method, noting that accurate nitrate measurements must be taken from the edible part of the watermelon, not the rind, and questioned the reliability of the device used in the video.

Also citing a study by Iran’s Soil and Water Research Institute, Asghari revealed that the average nitrate concentration in watermelons produced in Iran is under 10 mg/kg.

“This result is based on 433 samples collected from the country’s main watermelon-producing provinces”, he added.

Iran denies ‘rumors’ of Pezeshkian-Trump meeting

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IFP Editorial Staff
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He described the claims as “fabricated and baseless”.

Baqaei also refuted related allegations, including supposed dissatisfaction among negotiating parties with Oman’s mediation as well as reports of a proposed direct dialogue initiative by Iran with the US.

“All such claims are fake news and completely unfounded”, the Foreign Ministry spokesman said.

Baqaei also underlined that any updates regarding the diplomatic activities of the Islamic Republic, including indirect talks between Iran and the US, are communicated clearly, professionally, and in a timely manner through official Foreign Ministry channels.

Source: Iran talks with US will be indirect

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Araghchi Witkoff

The source noted that Israeli media are trying to negatively influence the talks.

On Wednesday, an Israeli news outlet claimed that Iranian Foreign
Minister, who is the lead negotiator of Iran in the talks, has got in touch with chief US negotiator Steve Witkoff and asked for direct talks with him.

This is while Iran has repeatedly reaffirmed its position on the issue, saying the talks with be indirect with Oman being the mediator.

The fourth round of talks between Iran and the US is expected to be held in the near future.

Iran has reiterated it will only hold talks over the nuclear issue and that no other issue will be discussed in negotiations with the US.

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