Iran's position in international maritime bodies will be elevated: PMO head

TEHRN- The head of the Ports and Maritime Organization (PMO) cited effective presence and the elevation of Iran's position in the International Maritime Organization (IMO) as one of the serious approaches, and emphasized: "Backed by 5,800 kilometers of maritime border and the history of Iranian seafaring on the high seas, Iran's presence in international forums must be more prominent than in the past."

By Mahnaz Abdi

Iran launches plan to equip 12,000 schools with solar power plants

TEHRAN – In a major step toward expanding renewable energy infrastructure, Iran has officially begun a nationwide project to install solar power systems in 12,000 schools. The initiative, with a total capacity of 60 megawatts, aims to reduce pressure on the national grid, promote clean energy, and enhance energy security in the education sector.

Strait of Hormuz closure sets stage for global food price shock

TEHRAN- The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) warns that the fallout of war on Iran could push millions in the world into hunger within a year.

Former Iran midfielder Parviz Ghelichkhani dies

TEHRAN — Former Iran national football team midfielder Parviz Ghelichkhani died on Saturday after a long battle with illness. He was 80.

Kiani takes gold at 2026 Asian Taekwondo Championships

TEHRAN – Iran’s Nahid Kiani won a gold medal at the 27th Asian Taekwondo Championships underway in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia on Sunday.

Iran sweep Sri Lanka at 2026 CAVA

TEHRAN – The Iranian women’s national volleyball team defeated Sri Lanka 3-0 (25-16, 25-13, 25-11) in the Central Asian Volleyball Association (CAVA) on Sunday.

Iranians win medals at Oran 2026 Para Powerlifting African Open Championships

TEHRAN – Iranian para powerlifters claimed medals at the 2026 Para Powerlifting African Open Championships held in Oran, Algeria.

Poriya Hossein Khanzadeh poised for Serie A return

TEHRAN - Iranian volleyball player Poriya Hossein Khanzadeh is reportedly on the verge of a high-profile return to the Italian Serie A, with reports linking the 21-year-old outside hitter to Cuneo.

Signs of Washington's helplessness in managing energy crisis becomes evident

TEHRAN- The US and Israeli military aggression against Iran has so far cost companies and economic enterprises worldwide at least $25 billion in expenses and damages. As this war enters its third month, its economic toll grows larger every day, according to a report by IRNA.

Iranian Ashiq music tradition struggles for survival amid calls for greater support

ZANJAN - The centuries-old tradition of Ashiq music in northwestern Iran remains a vital expression of regional identity and oral history, but a number of performers and enthusiasts say stronger institutional support is needed to preserve the art form for future generations.

151 Iranian artifacts to return from China after ‘Land of Kindness’ exhibit

TEHRAN – Following an extended loan exhibition in China aimed at strengthening cultural ties, Iran is arranging the return of 151 artifacts to the country, a senior cultural heritage official announced on Saturday.

Isfahan says restoration of war-damaged historic buildings 80% complete

TEHRAN - Restoration work on Isfahan’s historic buildings damaged during the recent war with the US and Israeli regime has reached 80% completion, with most structural repairs expected to be finalized within two weeks, a municipal official said on Saturday.

Iran fears neither war nor the deception of negotiations

Javan highlighted Iran’s strength in both wartime and negotiation contexts. According to the paper, neither war can be considered inevitable nor ruled out, and negotiations can neither be fully trusted nor dismissed.

Iran, ACA blame US for collapse of UN nuclear nonproliferation talks 

TEHRAN – The United States has faced fierce criticism over the failure of UN talks to reach a consensus on reaffirming nuclear non-proliferation and disarmament goals.

Gabbard's resignation exposes deep split over Iran policy in Trump administration

TEHRAN – The resignation of the US director of national intelligence has intensified scrutiny of divisions within President Donald Trump’s administration, particularly over Washington’s approach toward Iran and the use of military force abroad.

No compromise on national rights

Iran tells Asim Munir it distrusts the US and warns of a far stronger response if war resumes under the cover of diplomacy

TEHRAN - Iran has warned the United States of a “more crushing response” to any new act of aggression as Pakistan’s Chief of Defense Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir concludes another visit to Tehran amid intensified mediation efforts to end the US-Israeli war that began on February 28.

By Garsha Vazirian

NATO grapples with its unraveling under Washington’s predatory hegemony

TEHRAN — The official communiques emerging from the NATO foreign ministers’ gathering in Helsingborg, Sweden, spoke of enhanced burden sharing and a stronger, fairer alliance. Behind those anodyne formulations lies a transatlantic partnership in an advanced state of political decomposition.