By Garsha Vazirian

Inside the structural collapse of Israel’s global legitimacy

TEHRAN – Something fundamental has broken in the architecture of global opinion, and no amount of propaganda from Tel Aviv or cover from Washington can piece it back together.

Lebanese government’s reliance on US leaves it exposed

TEHRAN – Lebanon’s government continues to insist that proximity to the United States grants it absolute protection or that it can shield Lebanon from Israeli aggression.

By Syeda Farheen Naqi Mossavi

Iran: A civilization that refuses to bow

HAFIZABAD, Pakistan – Iran is often discussed through the language of sanctions, nuclear negotiations, and regional tensions. Yet those headlines tell only a small part of the story. Behind the politics stands a civilization that has survived for thousands of years and has repeatedly outlived the forces that sought to dominate it.

Restlessness of the Americans over reopening the Strait of Hormuz

Hamshahri, in an editorial, examined the growing impatience of American officials regarding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. The continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz has become the central point of contention between senators and Marco Rubio, and the patience of US political elites with the economic, security, and strategic consequences of the Trump administration’s military adventurism is wearing thin.

Iran rejects President Aoun’s accusations as Israel intensifies indiscriminate strikes in Lebanon

TEHRAN - Iran has rejected accusations by Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, who claimed that Tehran uses Lebanon as a “bargaining chip” in negotiations with Washington. 

Retaliatory strikes on US bases reflect Iran’s firm response to continued aggression

TEHRAN - Iran’s latest retaliatory attacks against American bases in the Persian Gulf region have highlighted the country’s seriousness and preparedness to counter aggression.

By Maedeh Zaman Fashami

100 days of war: Iran's epic resistance

TEHRAN - One hundred days in politics and war is not just a number; it is a unit of judgment. Not so short that everything can be dismissed as chance or momentum, and not so long that history has had time to fully sediment the narrative. Within this relatively brief span, it becomes possible to discern whether a war is merely an “event” or a “process,” whether a crisis is heading toward quick closure or hardening into a prolonged, grinding condition.

Iran lose to Indonesia at 2026 AVC Women's Volleyball Cup

TEHRAN – Iran lost to Indonesia 3-1 (25-15, 21-25, 25-21, 25-22) at the 2026 AVC Women's Volleyball Cup on Saturday.

By Hanie Shahrabi

How Persian carpets weave time into art

TEHRAN – Persian carpets are often introduced through familiar ideas: tradition, craftsmanship, heritage, and identity. While these remain essential, they do not fully explain why these objects continue to resonate, specifically with contemporary global audience increasingly attentive to timeless art.

Joint initiative planned to revive rural economy through tourism, digital connectivity

TEHRAN - Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts said on Saturday that his ministry and the Ministry of Information and Communications Technology are preparing a joint program aimed at creating jobs, expanding tourism and encouraging reverse migration to rural areas.

By Farrokh Hesabi

The beautiful game, the ugly politics: U.S. visa row hits World Cup credibility

TEHRAN - For decades, international sports governing bodies have promoted a simple principle: sport should unite people beyond politics, ideology, and diplomatic disputes.

Moussa Djenepo terminates contract with Esteghlal

TEHRAN - Esteghlal football team midfielder Moussa Djenepo has unilaterally terminated his contract with the club due to unpaid wages.

Reconstruction of damaged refineries in South Pars accelerated

TEHRAN- The CEO of the South Pars Gas Complex, highlighting the role of coherent planning, targeted management, and round the clock efforts of the staff, announced the continued sustainable gas production in the refineries of this complex and said: "The process of reconstructing facilities and implementing strategic projects is proceeding with favorable speed and quality."

Iran, Belarus negotiate development of cooperation in agricultural sector

TEHRAN- The Deputy Minister of Agriculture and head of the Agricultural Research, Education and Extension Organization, during a trip to Minsk, met with the Minister of Agriculture of the Republic of Belarus and discussed the development of relations between the two countries.

Iran, Uzbekistan stress expansion of trade exchanges

TEHRAN- The Iranian Minister of Industry, Mining and Trade met and held talks with the Minister of Investment, Industry and Trade of Uzbekistan on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization's Industry Ministers' Meeting.

War on Iran drives maritime transport costs up by 80%

TEHRAN- According to a report by Anadolu News Agency, container freight spot rates have skyrocketed by 80% since the outbreak of the US Israel attack on Iran at the end of February. Trade flows in the Strait of Hormuz remain 90% below normal levels amid ongoing geopolitical uncertainties in West Asia.

Iran's football team granted visas to enter U.S.

TEHRAN - Iran's football team have been granted visas to enter the U.S. ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.