Iran-Turkey co-op help boost tourism around Shams Tabrizi mausoleum, expert says

TEHRAN - Joint tourism cooperation between Iran and Turkey could increase the number of visitors to the northwestern Iranian city of Khoy, a local tourism expert said on Thursday.

‘ICIMWB is a successful center under auspices of UNESCO’

TEHRAN – The International Center for Integrated Management of Watershed and Bio-Resources in Arid and Semi-Arid Regions (ICIMWB), as one of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) category 2 centers in the field of water and natural sciences, has managed to gain an important position in implementing scientific and educational programs related to comprehensive watershed management, Hamid Nouri, the head of ICIMWB has said.

Summer rainfall drops by 43% in long term

TEHRAN – Since the beginning of the summer, June 22, until September 4, a total of 4.9 mm of rainfall has been recorded in the country, indicating a 43-percent decrease from the long-term figure of 8.5 mm, according to the Meteorological Organization.

Ana Seabra takes charge of Iran’s women’s handball team

TEHRAN – Portuguese coach Ana Cristiana Teixeira Seabra was named the new head coach of Iran’s women’s handball team.

Iran, Japan discuss ways to cooperate on road, housing, urban development research

TEHRAN- A meeting between representatives of the Japanese Embassy in Tehran and the Road, Housing and Urban Development Research Center of Iran was held at the Research Center with the attendance of the Center's President, the First Secretary and Head of the Economic Section of the Japanese Embassy in Iran, and their accompanying delegation, aiming to enhance the level and quality of bilateral cooperation.

Iranian entrepreneurs attend SCO Youth Forum

TEHRAN – Two young Iranian entrepreneurs have participated in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Youth Forum to open up new opportunities for collaborations in innovative and technological fields like artificial intelligence and digital economy.

UNICEF Iran releases report on humanitarian response following 12-day war

TEHRAN – The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has outlined its humanitarian response plan subsequent to the 12-day Israeli war against Iran, which started on June 13, highlighting UNICEF’s strategic initiatives, including funding requirements and partnerships with national implementing partners, to provide effective assistance to children and their families in vulnerable situations.

FIFA President Infantino to attend 2025 CAFA Nations Cup final

TEHRAN - Gianni Infantino, President of FIFA, will attend the final match between Iran and Uzbekistan at the 2025 CAFA Nations Cup.

Uruguay’s Anti-Imperialist Committee condemns US military buildup near Venezuela

The Uruguayan Anti-Imperialist Committee for Solidarity with Cuba and the Peoples of the World has condemned the deployment of more than 4,500 U.S. Marines in the Caribbean, accompanied by the missile cruiser USS Lake Erie, the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS Newport News, and other warships reportedly moving toward Venezuelan waters.

What’s in Tehran art galleries

* Shamis Gallery is showcasing paintings by Homa Ashraf Mansouri in an exhibition.  The exhibit named “Sighting” will run until September 19 at the gallery located at 8 Daniali St., Andarzgu Blvd. in the Farmanieh neighborhood.

Iranian mobile game “Shahin: True Promise” unveiled

TEHRAN – The unveiling ceremony of the mobile wargame “Shahin: True Promise” was held at Mehr News Agency with the presence of Mohammad Hajimirzaei, CEO of the Iran Computer Games Foundation, and Sadegh Jebelli, producer of the game.

Cinema Museum to show Parajanov’s movies

TEHRAN – The Cinema Museum of Iran in Tehran will host the program “Three Days with Parajanov” to review three of the most important films by the acclaimed Soviet director.

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Upcoming and future scenarios of negotiations

TEHRAN - Shargh examined the new round of diplomatic moves regarding the Iran nuclear issue as the European trio of Britain, France and Germany have invoked the snapback to return the UN Security Council resolutions against Iran.

US-Israeli strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites violate Charter, Tehran tells UN

TEHRAN – Iran’s ambassador to the United Nations has condemned recent US and Israeli strikes on the country’s nuclear facilities as a “blatant violation” of the UN Charter, urging the international community to hold the perpetrators accountable.

Armed forces better prepared following 12-day war, says Iran’s top military command

TEHRAN – Major General Ali Abdollahi, the newly appointed commander of Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, has affirmed that the country’s armed forces are now “more prepared” and equipped with enhanced capabilities following the recent 12-day conflict with Israel and the United States.

Australian ambassador leaves Iran as Tehran downgrades Canberra’s diplomatic presence

TEHRAN – The Australian ambassador has left Tehran after Canberra ordered Iran’s envoy and several diplomats to leave Australia, prompting the Islamic Republic to downgrade Australia’s diplomatic status in Iran in a reciprocal move, the Foreign Ministry announced on Thursday.

‘Misunderstanding fully resolved’, Iran reaffirms ties with Qatar

TEHRAN – Iran and Qatar have resolved a recent diplomatic misunderstanding following high-level discussions in Doha, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced on Friday.

‘Sumud’ flotilla heads for Gaza with over 50 vessels despite Israeli threats

The Global Sumud Flotilla — named for the Arabic word meaning steadfastness, a principle of unyielding resistance — is pressing across the Mediterranean toward Tunisia, part of a bid to break Israel’s 18-year naval blockade of Gaza.