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2025-07-22 21:19
By Sahar Dadjoo
“Netanyahu is a devil incarnate; only he must be fought”
Israeli PM repeats: ‘We do not oppose the people of Iran’ — What do Iranians think?
TEHRAN - As public attention in Tehran centers on the massive new mural erected in Enghelab Square, a wall-sized tribute to the Iranian children killed during Israel’s 12-day military aggression, recent comments by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have reignited deep collective mourning and fierce anger within Iranian society.
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By Shahrokh Saei
Starvation and slaughter: The only achievements of Israel’s war on Gaza
TEHRAN — More Palestinians have died from starvation in Gaza as Israel’s blockade of the besieged territory plunges it into an increasingly dire malnutrition crisis.
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By Wesam Bahrani
Swift Yemeni response after Israeli aggression
TEHRAN – Yemeni forces waged a series of attacks less than 24 hours after the Israeli occupation regime struck Hodeidah port.
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By Sondoss Al Asaad
US envoy Barrack threatens Lebanon
There is no guarantee to release Lebanese detainees in Israeli prisons
BEIRUT—Since his first visit to Beirut, US envoy Thomas Barrack has repeatedly gone around in circles. He proposed an alleged American “solution,” to which Lebanon responded by affirming its commitment to UN Resolution 1701 and prioritizing halting Israeli aggression, withdrawing from the occupied territories, and releasing Lebanese prisoners.
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By Fatemeh Kavand
UN Security Council is a partner in Gaza crimes
The failure of international institutions in defending human rights in Gaza
TEHRAN - The deep and ongoing humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip represents an exceptional point in the contemporary history of human rights and international security. This crisis, shaped by the systematic and deliberate policies of the Israeli regime, embodies a gradual genocide and widespread human rights violations centered on the intentional deprivation and destruction of basic living conditions.
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Moscow hosts top Iranian defense official for military cooperation talks
TEHRAN – Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh met his Russian counterpart, Andrey Belousov, in Moscow on Monday for discussions centered on enhancing bilateral military and defense cooperation.
Politics
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Matter of 'national pride,' Araghchi says Iran will not give up uranium enrichment
TEHRAN – In an interview with Fox News, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi defended Iran’s nuclear sovereignty, declaring uranium enrichment a "national achievement and pride" while exposing Israeli disinformation campaigns targeting Tehran.
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US-Israeli aggression a ‘blatant crime’ and test for UN Security Council: Iran deputy FM
TEHRAN – Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs, Kazem Gharibabadi, has denounced the recent US-Israeli military attacks on Iran as a "blatant crime" and a “historic test” for the United Nations Security Council, urging the body to uphold its mandate in the face of such unlawful actions.
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US open to talks with Iran, White House says
TEHRAN – The White House has announced that the United States remains open to potential dialogue with Iran, even as Tehran and its European counterparts gear up for negotiations set to take place this Friday.
Sports
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Piazza brings new energy to Iran’s volleyball
TEHRAN - Iran’s men’s volleyball team have showcased a strong and inspiring performance in the 2025 Volleyball Nations League (VNL), marking a notable rise in the global volleyball landscape.
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Women's wheelchair basketball aim for a medal in Nagoya: coach
TEHRAN – The head coach of the national women's wheelchair basketball team, Azadeh Sadat Moeini, expressed hope that the team will secure a medal at the 2026 Asian Para Games.
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Iran move up three spots in FIVB rankings
TEHRAN – Iran’s men’s volleyball team moved up three places in the latest FIVB rankings, following their recent performance in the 2025 Volleyball Nations League (VNL).
Culture
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27 martyred children depicted on Enqelab Square mural
TEHRAN – The image of 27 children martyred in the 12-day Iran-Israel war has been featured on the mural at Enqelab Square in Tehran.
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Namayesh Radio presents adaptation of “Red Dragon” in seven episodes
TEHRAN – The radio play “Red Dragone,” directed by Ayyub Aqakhani has recently been produced and aired in seven episodes on Namayesh Radio, an Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB)’s radio station dedicated to audio plays and performances.
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Celebration honors storytelling mothers, commemorates war narrators
TEHRAN – On Monday, a special ceremony was held in Tehran to honor storytelling mothers and reflect on the memories of mothers who narrated the twelve-day war.
Economy
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Iran approves emergency plan to boost oil output by 250,000 bpd with NDF backing
TEHRAN - Iran’s top economic council has approved an emergency plan to increase daily crude oil production by 250,000 barrels, with 80 percent of the funding to be provided by the National Development Fund (NDF), the country’s sovereign wealth fund.
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National smart free zones project unveiled to promote digital governance
TEHRAN - Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Monday launched a national smart transformation initiative for the country’s free trade and special economic zones, unveiling three digital platforms aimed at boosting transparency, efficiency, and tourism.
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Government’s production support package indicates facilitation, removal of obstacles: ICCIMA head
TEHRAN- The head of Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture (ICCIMA) said that the government’s production support package indicates facilitation and removal of obstacles.
Society
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Welfare Organization’s services show ‘commitment, inclusiveness, and hope’: UNDP
TEHRAN – The resident representative ad interim for the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) in Iran, Ayshanie Medagangoda-Labé, has commended the Welfare Organization’s services, which have materialized commitment, inclusiveness, and hope over the past 45 years.
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DOE highlights role of experts in expanding environmental diplomacy
TEHRAN – The head of the Department of Environment (DOE), Shina Ansari, has highlighted the role of Iranian experts and their participation in international meetings in expanding environmental diplomacy, particularly in dealing with sand and dust storms (SDSs).
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Iran National Science Foundation releases annual report
TEHRAN – The performance report of Iran National Science Foundation (INSF) in support of Iranian researchers over the past Iranian year (March 2024-March 2025) has been published.
Tourism
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Astarabad restores historic passage to celebrate heritage, draw visitors
TEHRAN - The municipality of Gorgan has officially launched the second phase of a major restoration project aimed at revitalizing a historic passageway in the ancient city of Astarabad, now known as Gorgan.
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Archaeologists consider new excavation at Qal-e Kord, one of Iran’s oldest known human settlements
TEHRAN – A number of local officials and university experts held a coordination meeting on Monday to plan the sixth season of archaeological excavations at Qal-e Kord Cave, marking the continuation of work at one of Iran’s oldest known human settlements located in Avaj county of Qazvin province.
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Fire has not caused any damage to UNESCO-inscribed Abr Forest
TEHRAN— Flames of fire in the pastures surrounding Abr Forest (“Cloud Forest”) in Shahroud, which has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, was completely contained after the relentless efforts of the rescue forces, the deputy governor general of Semnan province has said.
International
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Starvation and slaughter: The only achievements of Israel’s war on Gaza
TEHRAN — More Palestinians have died from starvation in Gaza as Israel’s blockade of the besieged territory plunges it into an increasingly dire malnutrition crisis.
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Swift Yemeni response after Israeli aggression
TEHRAN – Yemeni forces waged a series of attacks less than 24 hours after the Israeli occupation regime struck Hodeidah port.
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US envoy Barrack threatens Lebanon
BEIRUT—Since his first visit to Beirut, US envoy Thomas Barrack has repeatedly gone around in circles. He proposed an alleged American “solution,” to which Lebanon responded by affirming its commitment to UN Resolution 1701 and prioritizing halting Israeli aggression, withdrawing from the occupied territories, and releasing Lebanese prisoners.
Video Comment
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Brother of Iranian scientist murdered in Israeli strike speaks out
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Footage shows Israel hit a kindergarten in Tehran
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Delegates and ambassadors from 28 countries visited the IRIB building
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If Israel doesn't target civilians, who are these victims, Katz?
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Israeli forces strike Farabi Hospital in Kermanshah
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E3 has no legal ground to trigger JCPOA snapback mechanism: Araghchi
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Iran to press demands from Europe as Istanbul talks near: Foreign Ministry
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Handala embarks on lifesaving voyage to break Gaza siege
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India exports non-oil products worth $514m to Iran in a quarter
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‘Killed for their potential’
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US high commissioner in Beirut again: What's new?
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World Brain Day: brain health for all ages
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A silent salute: Iran’s young mathematicians carry a message beyond victory
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Thousands of deported Afghans get health services at border terminal
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Had Iran not taken precautionary measures, a disaster would have occurred