By Wesam Bahrani 

Gaza truce fails Palestinian hopes and Israeli goals

TEHRAN – The situation in the Gaza Strip remains volatile, failing to meet the hopes of its residents or the strategic objectives of the occupying Israeli regime. 

By Shahab Sarmadi

Is Israel’s land registration in the West Bank the first step toward full annexation?

TEHRAN – The recent approval by Israel’s government to register large swaths of Palestinian land in the occupied West Bank as "state land" represents a bold step in Israel's ongoing effort to consolidate its control over Palestinian territories. This decision, seen as a further escalation in the occupation, is condemned by Palestinians and international legal experts alike as a direct violation of international law and United Nations resolutions. 

Iran’s potential March friendly opponents: Costa Rica and Nigeria

TEHRAN – The Football Federation of Iran is expected to officially announce Team Melli’s friendly match schedule as preparations intensify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Iran volleyball team invited to Russia

TEHRAN – The Russian Volleyball Federation has officially invited the Iran men’s national team for friendly matches.

Iran football preparations’ hurdles ahead of 2026 World Cup

TEHRAN - As Iran national football team gear up for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the road to preparation has become unexpectedly challenging. After qualifying for the tournament — securing their place with a key result in the Asian qualifiers — expectations were high for a robust series of friendly matches ahead of the summer finals in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

Putin says Iran-Russia strategic partnership should be strengthened 

TEHRAN – President Vladimir Putin of Russia said on Saturday that the Treaty on Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between Tehran and Moscow should be strengthened.

Bodies of 85 Iranian martyrs of the Sacred Defense discovered 

TEHRAN - The bodies of 85 Iranians martyred during the Sacred Defense years were recently excavated in Iraq. They will be brought home on Monday, February 16. 

A Chinese professor's take on the anniversary parade of the Islamic Revolution

By Hongda Fan

TEHRAN – On February 11th, I once again witnessed the parade celebrating the 47th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution in Tehran. In previous years, I have witnessed such celebrations in both Tehran and Urmia. As a Chinese professor who earnestly hopes for a brighter future for Iran, I have some personal observations and reflections after witnessing this year’s celebratory parade, which I would like to share with the Iranian people who are yearning for positive changes in their country.

Iran targeted for blocking 'Greater Israel' scheme: Hezbollah 

TEHRAN - A senior Hezbollah official says U.S. and Israeli hostility toward Tehran stems from Iran’s role in thwarting the ‘Greater Israel’ project. 

Iranian, Russian, and Chinese diplomats hold talks on Tehran’s nuclear program 

TEHRAN - The ambassadors of Iran, Russia, and China to international organizations in Vienna have held another round of talks on the latest developments related to Iran’s nuclear program.

By Ibrahim Majed

Netanyahu in Washington: The invisible architecture of US-Iran policy

BEIRUT – When Benjamin Netanyahu arrives in Washington, the choreography is familiar: handshakes in the Oval Office, invocations of an “unbreakable alliance,” carefully staged symbolism.

By Faramarz Kouhpayeh 

A surrendered Iran is a balloon in Trump’s dreams

US president openly admits his aim is pressure and pain, not a diplomatic solution

TEHRAN – When Iran and the United States began new nuclear negotiations earlier this month, the entire region breathed a sigh of relief. West Asia had come close to being drawn into a conflagration after President Donald Trump said he was considering military action against Iran, framing it as support for CIA-backed riots aimed at toppling the government.