Book on first Somali-American Muslim woman elected to U.S. Congress published in Persian

TEHRAN-The Persian translation of the book “This Is What America Looks Like” by Ilhan Omar and Rebecca Paley has been released in the bookstores across Iran.

Iran-France joint play “Hope” performed in Clermont-Ferrand

TEHRAN-A joint theater production from Iran and France titled “Hope” (“L’espoir” in French) was recently performed in Clermont-Ferrand, France.

EU president must face war crimes charges: UN’s Albanese

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and other top EU officials should face prosecution for complicity in war crimes committed during "Israel’s" war on Gaza, Francesca Albanese, the United Nations special rapporteur on the occupied Palestinian territories, has advocated, according to Al Mayadeen.

Humanitarian response in Gaza on verge of total collapse

The humanitarian response in Gaza is on the verge of total collapse. Six weeks of intense hostilities, combined with a complete blockage of aid for two months, have left civilians without the essentials they need to survive.

Trump to attend Persian Gulf summit during Saudi Arabia trip

U.S. President Donald Trump will take part in a summit with Persian Gulf Arab leaders during his visit to Saudi Arabia in May, Axios reported on Saturday, citing American and Arab officials.

Netanyahu abandons Azerbaijan visit after Turkey denies access to its airspace

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was forced to abandon his planned visit to Azerbaijan earlier this week after Turkey refused to allow his plane to enter its airspace, New Arab reported.

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Waltz and Rubio are no different

TEHRAN - In an interview with Amir Ali Abolfath, an analyst on American affairs, Ham Mihan discussed the changes in the White House and their impact on the Iran nuclear issue.

Controversial UK raids target seven Iranians, prompting calls for legal clarity

TEHRAN – British police’s so-called “counter-terrorism” unit has arrested eight men, including seven Iranian nationals, in two separate operations, sparking accusations from critics of systemic bias and politically motivated overreach.

Iran and Venezuela forge closer ties in nuclear science 

TEHRAN – Venezuela's Deputy Minister of Science, Alberto Quintero, recently concluded a visit to Iran, marking a significant step in strengthening cooperation between the two nations. 

Tehran-Baghdad anti-terror coordination intensifies with high-level judicial agreements

TEHRAN – Nasser Saraj, Deputy for International Affairs of Iran’s Judiciary, led a high-profile delegation to Iraq this week. The visit culminated in the signing of four bilateral agreements on Saturday and intensified commitments to combat terrorism and address judicial challenges faced by Iranian pilgrims.

Leader’s charter on clergy to mark turning point in seminary discourse, says senior cleric

TEHRAN – Ayatollah Alireza A’rafi, Director of Iran’s Islamic Seminaries, said the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei’s upcoming Charter on Clergy will mark a significant turning point in religious and academic developments, aligning with the legacy of the Founder of the Islamic Revolution Imam Khomeini’s original vision.

More contradictions from Trump on Iran’s nuclear program as talks postponed

TEHRAN – U.S. President Donald Trump told American media that he wants indirect talks with Iran to lead to a “total dismantlement” of the country’s nuclear program, but he would still muse an agreement that acknowledges Iran’s right to pursue “civilian nuclear energy”. 

Tehran slams Western complicity in Israel’s deadly repression of journalists in Gaza

TEHRAN – On World Press Freedom Day, Iran condemned the systematic killing of Palestinian journalists in Gaza, holding Israel and its Western allies—chiefly the United States—responsible for enabling a campaign of genocide and information suppression.

Leader: Nothing more beneficial for Islamic world than unity

TEHRAN – Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, Leader of the Islamic Revolution, met with Iranian officials overseeing the Hajj pilgrimage on Sunday at the Imam Khomeini Hussainiyah.

Iran unveils cutting-edge missile, says U.S. bases are targets if attacked

TEHRAN — Iran unveiled its latest domestically developed ballistic missile, the Qasem Basir, on Sunday, as Defense Minister Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh issued a stark warning to the United States and the Israeli regime: "We hold no animosity toward neighboring states, but U.S. bases are our targets if war is imposed on us."

Fasihi to miss 2025 Asian Athletics Championships

TEHRAN – Iranian woman sprinter Farzaneh Fasihi may miss the 2025 Asian Athletics Championships due to a foot injury.

Palangan prepares to host Hezar-Daf festival with enhanced infrastructure

TEHRAN - The historic village of Palangan is gearing up to host the annual Hezar-Daf festival, one of the region’s most significant cultural and spiritual events celebrating the traditional music of the western Iranian region.

Ministry prioritizes possible registration of Persian Gulf’s elements on national, intl. lists

TEHRAN - An Iranian tourism official has announced the beginning of a process to document and register the Persian Gulf’s cultural elements on national and international lists, given the waterways' high status in historical documents and archeology.

Polish cyclists rally in Gilan province

TEHRAN--Polish cyclists have moved from Warsaw toward Isfahan to commemorate General Andres' Liberation Army in World War II, pay respect to 120,000 Polish prisoners released from Soviet labor camps and appreciate the hospitality of Iranians towards Polish emigrants, said the head of the Touring and Automobile Club of Gillan.

Tour operators from 50 countries to visit Iran

TEHRAN--Hormatollah Rafiei, the director of the Association of Iranian Travel Agencies, said tens of tour operators from neighboring nations as well as European, African and Latin American countries will visit Iran during August 23-September 1.

Traces of Neanderthal presence discovered in cave, western Iran

TEHRAN – Archaeologists have uncovered evidence of Neanderthal habitation in Kunakhera Cave, located in the Zagros Mountain range in western Iran’s Kermanshah province.

Ex-Iran striker Rowshan undergoes surgery

TEHRAN – Former Iran and Esteghlal football club forward Hassan Rowshan underwent a successful surgery on Sunday in Tehran.

Missile launched by Yemen hits Israel’s Ben Gurion airport

A ballistic missile launched from Yemen has hit the perimeter of Israel’s Ben Gurion International Airport, damaging a road and a vehicle and causing air traffic to stop, according to photos and footage verified by Al Jazeera.