Grossi’s empty posturing

Khorasan commented on recent remarks by Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency, who said: “How do we save the United Nations from ineffectiveness?” The article argues that Grossi is attempting to present himself as a reformist savior, yet behind these diplomatic gestures lies a clear effort to position himself for the UN Secretary‑General role.

Iran: Criminal US-Saudi strikes on Iraq align with Tel Aviv–Washington ambitions

TEHRAN - Iran has strongly condemned joint airstrikes conducted by the United States and Saudi Arabia against targets in Iraq.

Russia denounces Ukraine's attack on Iranian ship in the Caspian Sea as a ‘terrorist act’

TEHRAN — The Russian Foreign Ministry has denounced Ukraine's attack on an Iranian merchant ship in the Caspian Sea, labeling it a "real terrorist act."

Iranian parliament prepares reciprocal bill over potential UK IRGC blacklisting

TEHRAN- Iranian lawmakers have submitted draft legislation outlining reciprocal measures in response to the British government's reported plan to designate the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization, a senior member of parliament said on Wednesday.

Iran rejects southern Strait of Hormuz shipping route

TEHRAN — Iran will not recognize a southern shipping corridor through the Strait of Hormuz "even for one hour," Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Kazem Gharibabadi said, arguing that any future arrangements governing one of the world's most critical maritime chokepoints must be based on Iran's security requirements and the terms of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding.

Iran warns continued US actions threaten security of Hormuz Strait

TEHRAN— Iran has warned that continued US military actions pose a serious threat to the security of the Strait of Hormuz, regional stability, and freedom of navigation, while accusing both the United States and Israel of undermining international peace and security.

Iran pursues dual diplomatic track with Ukraine and EU to prevent escalation

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held separate telephone conversations on Tuesday with his Ukrainian counterpart Andrii Sybiha and the European Union's foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, as Tehran intensified diplomatic efforts to contain regional tensions while insisting on accountability for the recent attack on an Iranian commercial vessel in the Caspian Sea.

Miraculous efficiency: How Iran rebuilt its infrastructure after US attacks

Jam-e-Jam, in an analysis of the Iranian miracle in rebuilding infrastructure after US attacks, wrote: Although the US strikes targeted parts of the transportation infrastructure in Iran’s southern provinces to disrupt communication and public services, the outcome differed sharply from what the planners of those attacks expected.

Russia condemns Ukrainian strike on Iranian vessel in Caspian Sea 

TEHRAN - Russia has condemned Ukraine’s attack on an Iranian vessel in the Caspian Sea, stressing that it should be considered an assault on Iran itself.

Iranian Parliament passes legislation defining crimes of foreign aggression

TEHRAN — Iranian lawmakers have overwhelmingly approved key provisions defining and criminalizing acts of foreign aggression against the country's national sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Iran, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Japan step up diplomatic coordination to enhance Hormuz Strait security

TEHRAN – Iran has intensified diplomatic engagement with regional and international partners in an effort to strengthen stability in the Persian Gulf and improve maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz, with senior officials emphasizing closer coordination to address 'insecurity caused by US military actions.'

Pentagon changes Iran war casualty reporting, raising questions over transparency

TEHRAN – The US Department of Defense has quietly changed the way it records and publishes casualties from the war against Iran. 

Iran seeks dialogue but is ready to defend, VP says

TEHRAN – Iranian First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref said on Tuesday that Iran is committed to resolving disputes through dialogue rather than conflict but remains fully prepared to defend itself against any aggression, while highlighting the country's growing technological and industrial capabilities despite years of sanctions and external pressure.

Iran’s power has brought the enemy to its knees

Kayhan published an article assessing Iran’s high level of resilience and power since the start of the war. The paper writes that none of the enemy’s objectives have been achieved. Not only has there been no political, military, economic, or social collapse, but—according to Kayhan—an unprecedented defeat in eighty years has been imposed on the United States.

Iran rejects US role in setting war terms

TEHRAN – Iran declared on Monday that it will not allow the United States to dictate the timing of war or peace, reaffirming that all national security decisions will be made solely based on Iran's interests, while also warning Ukraine over its reported attack on an Iranian commercial vessel in the Caspian Sea and emphasizing that ongoing negotiations with Oman on the Strait of Hormuz are purely bilateral and unrelated to Washington.

Senior lawmaker warns Ukraine of ‘regret-inducing’ response after strike on Iranian vessel

Iran's deputy parliament speaker has warned Ukraine that any "mischievous" act in the region or the Caspian Sea will be met with a "regret-inducing" response from Tehran.

Hegseth’s Hollywood dream destroyed in the Ramadan War

Farhikhtegan wrote in a commentary about the bitter outcome of Pete Hegseth’s dream: In the real world, wars are not measured by the scale of destruction; they are measured by their results. Forty days into the war, neither the regime change dream materialized, nor Iran’s ability to mount an effective defense was eliminated, nor did people come to the streets to overthrow the government.

Pezeshkian calls US infrastructure attacks 'war crimes,' demands intl legal action

TEHRAN – President Masoud Pezeshkian stated on Sunday that recent US airstrikes targeting Iran’s civilian infrastructure constitute a clear violation of international law and amount to a war crime. 

Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei:

Defending Hezbollah is Iran’s strategic policy

TEHRAN — Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei has declared that the full preservation of Lebanon’s territorial integrity and an immediate, unconditional end to Zionist aggression remain Iran’s non-negotiable prerequisites under the 14-point June 17 memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the United States to end the war.