In a UN letter, Iran, Russia and China hit back at West’s exploitation of the deal it abandoned 

TEHRAN – Iran, Russia, and China appeared to react to the West’s ongoing attempts to leverage the already battered and now expired JCPOA as a pressure tool against Iran when their UN ambassadors, in a joint letter, reminded that all provisions of UNSC Resolution 2231—the resolution endorsing the JCPOA— were terminated after October 18, 2025, under Operative Paragraph 8 of that resolution.

Iran taking new steps to boost security along borders 

TEHRAN – Iran is implementing new security measures along its borders to defend against reported escalating threats in the east and the west.

'Iranian women’s advances demonstrate hijab is no barrier to progress'

Leader sits down with thousands of Iranian women from different walks of life

TEHRAN – Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei addressed thousands of women in Tehran on Wednesday, discussing their status and achievements.

Pezeshkian says no degree of pressure can force Iran into submission

TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Tuesday that no degree of pressure can force a determined and resilient nation into submission, declaring that Iran’s adversaries “cannot impose their demands with equipment and aircraft.”

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Enhancing deterrence and military cooperation via joint exercises

TEHRAN - Jam-e-Jam, examined the anti-terror military exercises -- codenamed “Sahand 2025” -- that Iran is holding jointly with five countries from the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in Shabestar, East Azarbaijan Province, arguing the drills will enhance Tehran’s military deterrence and help foster military cooperation between the SCO states.

IRGC to launch naval maneuvers across key maritime zones in Persian Gulf

TEHRAN – The IRGC Navy announced on Tuesday that it will begin a large-scale military exercise, codenamed “Eghtedar” (Power), across several key maritime zones starting on Wednesday.

Iran war room chief highlights strategic readiness in meeting with lawmakers

TEHRAN – In a meeting with members of Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Committee, the commander of the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters outlined Iran’s strategic readiness, emphasizing the Armed Forces’ ongoing efforts to strengthen both defensive and offensive capabilities amid evolving regional threats.

1,200 religious leaders from SE Iran condemn Australia’s blacklisting of IRGC

TEHRAN – More than 1,200 Friday prayer leaders, seminary teachers, elders, and tribal chiefs from both Sunni and Shia communities in Sistan and Baluchestan Province have voiced strong support for the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC), denouncing Australia’s recent move to label the force a state sponsor of terrorism.

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Silent wave of Asian diplomacy

TEHRAN - Donya-e-Eqtesad examined Iran’s simultaneous consultations with Japan and South Korea.

Iran, SCO allies send ‘message to hegemonic powers’ as joint military drills expand

TEHRAN – The majority of the member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) have begun their role in ongoing joint military drills scheduled to wrap up on December 5 in northwestern Iran.

Araghchi says Iran was ‘very close’ to deal with US before June attacks

An ongoing American intransigence blamed for the failure

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tehran was very close to reaching an agreement with the United States during Omani-mediated talks held earlier this year, but Washington’s refusal to accept any of Iran’s many solutions torpedoed the process, and its subsequent attacks further eroded trust in the U.S. commitment to diplomacy.

Iraqi president meets Iranian envoy, calls for enhanced cooperation

TEHRAN - Iraqi President Abdul Latif Rashid sat down with Iran’s Ambassador to Baghdad, Mohammad-Kazem Al Sadegh, on Tuesday in the Iraqi capital.

Tehran court orders U.S. to pay over $22 Billion in damages for inciting deadly riots

TEHRAN – A Tehran court has ordered the United States government to pay more than $22 billion in material, moral, and punitive damages for Washington’s involvement in the deadly riots that convulsed Iran in 2022.

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Tehran serves as the venue for regional consultations

TEHRAN - The Iran newspaper analyzed the presence of Turkey’s foreign minister and Saudi Arabia’s deputy foreign minister in Tehran.

Eswatini-flagged vessel smuggling fuel seized in Persian Gulf

TEHRAN – A commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says an Eswatini (Swaziland)-flagged vessel carrying 350 Liters of contraband fuel has been seized in the Persian Gulf waters.

Iran hosting SCO joint anti-terror drills

TEHRAN – The Ground Force of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) is hosting large-scale joint counter-terrorism manoeuvres being conducted by member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO).

What Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman said at his weekly briefing

TEHRAN – At his weekly press conference, Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei addressed a wide range of regional and international issues — from escalating tensions in Lebanon and Gaza, to relations with Saudi Arabia and Turkey, to the state of nuclear talks with Europe.

Air defense network on full alert, says Iranian commander

TEHRAN – The deputy commander of the Air Defense Force of the Iranian Army says the country’s air defense units are on full alert to counter potential enemy attacks.

World now views Iran as a prominent maritime power: Navy chief

TEHRAN – Rear Admiral Shahram Irani, commander of the Iranian Army Navy, says the Islamic Republic is increasingly viewed as a growing naval power, citing expanded deployments in oceanic waters and heightened participation in international maritime engagements.

Only solution to Palestine crisis is ending Israel’s ‘organized occupation’: Pezeshkian

TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has reiterated that “the only viable and principled solution to the Palestine issue” is to end the organized occupation of historic Palestinian lands, facilitate the return of refugees, and allow Palestinians to exercise their right to self-determination.

Venezuela thanks Tehran for supporting Caracas

TEHRAN – Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil Pinto has expressed his gratitude to Iran for backing the Latin American nation in the face of US military threats and pressure.

Iran officially registers sovereignty over trio Persian Gulf islands

TEHRAN – Iran has officially issued land demarcation and ownership documents for the islands of Bu Musa and the Greater and Lesser Tunbs in the Persian Gulf, reaffirming its sovereignty over these territories.

Saudi deputy FM holds talks in Tehran as Iran calls for stronger regional coordination

TEHRAN – Saudi Arabia’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs, Saud bin Mohammed Al-Satti, arrived in Tehran on Sunday for consultations with senior Iranian officials.