Iran’s security chief to attend regional forum in Dushanbe

TEHRAN — Admiral Ali Shamkhani, Special Representative of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution and Secretary of Iran’s the Supreme National Security Council (SNSC), will participate in the fourth session of the Regional Security Dialogue Forum, scheduled to be held on Friday in Dushanbe, Tajikistan.

Silence on Israeli atrocities led to death of Palestinian journalist: diplomat

TEHRAN - Iran’s Deputy Permanent Representative to the United Nations noted on Tuesday that veteran Palestinian journalist Shireen Abu Akleh, who was fatally shot by Israeli troops in the occupied West Bank, was the victim of the international community's apathy on Israel's atrocities.

FM: Iran-Oman relations are of loyal one

TEHRAN — In an article published on Monday in Fars news agency, Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian characterized Iran-Oman relations as a “beyond-fraternal” relations, labeling as “loyal ties.”

Qalibaf elected parliament speaker again

TEHRAN — In an open session of the parliament on Wednesday, the Majlis representatives elected Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf as the parliament speaker for the third time.

‘Iran-Oman chamber of commerce to be established soon’

President: Rights of Iranians abroad must be protected

TEHRAN — Speaking at a meeting with a number of Iranians living in Oman Monday evening, President Seyyed Ebrahim Raisi said Iran believes that just as it must protect the rights of Iranians inside the country, it also must protect the rights of Iranians abroad.

Iran says Greece's move in hindering vessel from sailing violates intl. standards

TEHRAN - Iran’s Ports and Maritime Organization (PMO) issued a statement on Wednesday afternoon about the arrest of an Iranian cargo vessel in Greek waters, describing the move as an act of piracy and violation of international standards.

National Seal of Excellence awarded to 37 Iranian handicrafts

TEHRAN-The National Seal of Excellence has been granted to 37 high-quality works handcrafted by artisans of Qazvin province, the deputy provincial tourism chief has said. 

Heritage museum opened to public in northeast Iran 

TEHRAN  - On Tuesday, a heritage museum was officially inaugurated in northeast Iran. 

Ancient petroglyphs discovered in northwest Iran

TEHRAN - Tens of rock-carved petroglyphs have recently been discovered in Varzeqan county, East Azarbaijan province, northwest Iran, the provincial tourism chief has said. 

Workshop looks at pottery know-how practiced in Ilkhanid era 

TEHRAN – A workshop on the pottery techniques used by the craftspeople in the Ilkhanid era (1256 to 1335) was held in Varamin, a city in southeast Tehran on Monday. 

“Utopia for Realists” at Iranian bookstores 

TEHRAN – Dutch writer Rutger Bregman’s book “Utopia for Realists: How We Can Build the Ideal World” has been published in Persian.

War photojournalist Maryam Kazemzadeh, widow of guerilla Asghar Vesali, dies at 66  

TEHRAN – War photojournalist Maryam Kazemzadeh, best known for a photo collection depicting Iran’s war against separatists in the Kordestan region in 1980, passed away on Tuesday from cancer at the age of 66.

“The Situation of Mehdi” director Hadi Hejazifar receives IAA Plaque of Glory

TEHRAN – The Iranian Academy of Arts (IAA) decorated director and actor Hadi Hejazifar with its Plaque of Glory on Tuesday evening.

An interview with Muhammad Ghobadi

Mana Characters 

The "Mana Characters" book series has recently been published by Soore Mehr, which was compiled by the Mana Characters research group.

Iranian artisan honored at Bukhara festival

TEHRAN – On Tuesday, Iranian artisan Ali-Asghar Khaksar was honored at the first International Festival of Gold Embroidery and Jewelry, which was will held in Bukhara, Uzbekistan.

Iran says Greece's move in hindering vessel from sailing violates intl. standards

TEHRAN - Iran’s Ports and Maritime Organization (PMO) issued a statement on Wednesday afternoon about the arrest of an Iranian cargo vessel in Greek waters, describing the move as an act of piracy and violation of international standards.

More than 500 historical monuments, sites in Yazd undergo restoration in year

TEHRAN – Yazd’s tourism chief has said over 500 historical monuments and sites underwent restoration in the central Iranian province during the past Iranian calendar year (ended on March 20).

Amir Abdollahian talks to Syrian, Iraqi, Kuwaiti FMs as dust storms blanket Iran

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian spoke over the phone with his Syrian, Iraqi and Kuwaiti counterparts to discuss ways to address environmental challenges, including the sand and dust storms (SDSs).

Modares-Zadeh appointed as new secretary-general of ICCIMA

TEHRAN- Mojtaba Modares-Zadeh was appointed as the new secretary-general of Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture (ICCIMA), the ICCIMA published on its website on Tuesday.

Tehran, Islamabad seeking further cooperation in health sector

TEHRAN - Iran and Pakistan on Wednesday decided to form a joint working group to explore opportunities for strengthening cooperation in this area.

U.S. sanctions failed to affect successful coronavirus fight: minister

TEHRAN – The cruel U.S. sanctions and global arrogance against Iran did not hinder the country's success in controlling the coronavirus, as people rushed to the aid of the health system, Health Minister Bahram Einollahi has said.

Iran plans to enhance technical cooperation with GSP

TEHRAN – Iran has the necessary planning and coordination on the agenda to improve the quantity and quality of technical cooperation with the Global Soil Partnership (GSP), Fariborz Abbasi, the deputy agriculture minister for water and soil, has said.

Intl. scientific festival announces winners

TEHRAN – The 14th International Festival of Movement, aiming to introduce the top scientific achievements of students, announced winners at the closing ceremony on Tuesday.

Shabanibahar re-elected head of Iran archery federation

TEHRAN – Gholamreza Shabanibahar was re-elected as president of Iran archery federation on Wednesday for a four-year term till 2026.