Antal Szerb’s best-known work “Journey by Moonlight” hits bookstores

TEHRAN-The Persian translation of the novel “Journey by Moonlight” written by the Hungarian author Antal Szerb has been released in the bookstores across Iran.

Yasmina Reza’s “Art” to be performed at Iranshahr Theater

TEHRAN-The play “Art” written by the French writer Yasmina Reza will begin its performances at Iranshahr Theater in Tehran from mid-May.

Composer Mehdi Vojdani blends tradition, innovation in new regional music arrangement

TEHRAN-Iranian composer and orchestra leader Mehdi Vojdani has recently unveiled an innovative arrangement of regional music. 

Yemen’s presence at 35th TIBF as special guest deepens cultural relations between two nations

TEHRAN-The pavilion of Yemen, the special guest of the 35th Tehran International Book Fair (TIBF) opened on Thursday at the Tehran’s Imam Khomeini Mosalla (prayer grounds).

Iranian commander emphasizes educating youth on Sacred Defense principles

TEHRAN- A high-ranking commander within the Iranian Army has underscored the importance of directing the new generation’s attention toward content creation in the domain of Sacred Defense.

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The Kurdistan Region of Iraq seeks to de-escalate tensions with Iran

TEHRAN - In a note, Kayhan discussed the recent visit of President of Kurdistan Region Nechirvan Barzani and wrote: The Kurdistan authorities of Iraq concluded that by talking and getting closer to Tehran, they will reduce the threats of Tehran targeting them.

Ex FM: Is the world better off without Iran Nuclear Deal?

TEHRAN- Former Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has launched a critique of U.S. President Joe Biden's handling of the 2015 Iran nuclear یeal, labeling it as "reckless lawlessness" reminiscent of his predecessor's errors. 

Iran, UAE hold 10th joint consular commission meeting after decade-long pause

TEHRAN - Iran and the United Arab Emirates have resumed their joint consular commission meetings in Abu Dhabi after a decade-long pause.

Israeli genocide in Rafah will spell another human disaster in region: FM

TEHRAN- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian warned on Thursday that Israel’s plans to carry out a long-awaited all-out military offensive against Rafah, which is home to 1.5 million displaced Palestinians, would result in another human disaster in the region.

Operation "Al-Aqsa Storm" and "True Promise" hastened Israel's downfall

TEHRAN – The Iranian Army’s Commander-in-Chief, Major General Abdul Rahim Mousavi, has stated that operations "Al-Aqsa storm" and "True Promise" have hastened the downfall of the Zionist entity oppressing and harming children.

Iranians vote in parliamentary runoff as Leader calls for strong voter turnout

TEHRAN – Iranians show up in large numbers for a pivotal second-round runoff election to finalize the lineup of the country's parliament.

Tehran asserts U.S., EU prioritize Israeli regime over human rights

TEHRAN- Iran says that the current suppression of pro-Palestine student demonstrations in the West shows that the U.S. and Europe prioritize their backing for Israel over their commitments to uphold human rights.

Historical earthenware unearthed in downtown Isfahan

TEHRAN – Some historical earthenware has recently been unearthed in a serendipitous find when workers excavated the floor of a bank nestled within the bustling grand bazaar of Isfahan.

Relics found in Hamedan date from Ilkhanid era, official says

TEHRAN – Assessments suggest that relics recently found in Hamedan date from the early Islamic era, particularly from the Ilkhanid epoch (1256-1335), a local official said on Friday.

Desert tourism: hidden gem lies in South Khorasan

TEHRAN – Believed to be among the hottest spots on Earth, UNESCO-listed Rig-e Yalan, situated within Iran’s Lut desert, is a diamond in the rough which could shine bright as a touristic destination, according to experts.

Minister inspects Chaharmahal-Bakhtiari attractions

TEHRAN – On Thursday, the Iranian tourism minister arrived in Chaharmahal-Bakhtiari province, where he toured several key historical sites and participated in a regional tourism commission.

UNESCO-listed Sassanian landscape to undergo restoration

TEHRAN – Fars’s tourism chief has announced plans to restore the UNESCO-registered Sassanid Archaeological Landscape, which is situated in the southern Iranian province.

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‘Protect insects, protect birds’

TEHRAN –Each year the World Migratory Bird Day is celebrated on May 11 to raise awareness about the importance of migratory birds and the need to protect them.

Services in adolescent empowerment centers to be enhanced

TEHRAN – Adolescents Well-being and Empowerment Centers, known as MASERRAT, in Mashhad and Kermanshah cities have revised and reviewed their protocols to make sure the adolescent girls receive the most efficient and high-quality services.

IFRC seeks to boost co-op with IRCS

TEHRAN – The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent (IFRC) has expressed willingness to expand collaboration with the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS).

Iran, Poland private sectors discuss bilateral cooperation

TEHRAN – The heads of the chambers of commerce of Iran and Poland have explored ways of increasing the level of cooperation between the private sectors of the two countries in an online meeting.

Iran-U.S. trade doubles in Q1 2024

TEHRAN - The official data of the United States show that the country’s trade with the Islamic Republic of Iran has doubled and grew more than 100 percent in the first quarter of this year.

Energy consumption in Iran twice world standards, says official

TEHRAN - Managing director of the Iran Fuel Conservation Company (IFCO) Hosain Abniki, says energy consumption in Iran is more than double the world standards.

Iran's oil production up by 60% in 2.5 years: Oji

TEHRAN - Iran's Oil Minister Javad Oji says the country’s oil production has increased by 60 percent in the current government starting August 2021, Shana reported.

African states welcome collaboration with Iran on oil, gas projects

TEHRAN - The ambassadors of Uganda, Kenya, Senegal, and Burkina Faso in Tehran discussed the updates about their countries in the energy field, expressing their readiness to collaborate with Iran in a meeting dubbed "Perspective of Oil and Gas Industry in Africa".