Boushehr hosts specialized oil, gas, petchem exhibition

TEHRAN – The 1st Boushehr Exhibition of Oil, Gas, Energy, Refining and Petrochemical Industry has opened in southern Boushehr province, the head of Boushehr International Exhibitions Company said.

Knowledge-based companies attend Arab Health 2025

TEHRAN – Supported by the Organization for Development of International Cooperation in Science and Technology, and the Innovation and Prosperity Fund, seven Iranian Knowledge-based firms have participated in Arab Health Exhibition 2025, held from January 27 to 30, at Dubai World Trade Center.

Iran elected as next Chair of the Governing Council of APDIM

TEHRAN –During the Ninth Session of the Governing Council of the Asian and Pacific Centre for the Development of Disaster Information Management (APDIM), the Islamic Republic of Iran was elected as the new Chair of the Governing Council, succeeding Tajikistan.

Iran, Kyrgyzstan ready to expand trade cooperation

TEHRAN – The head of Iran's Trade Promotion Organization (TPO) emphasized the need to boost trade between Iran and Kyrgyzstan during a meeting with Kyrgyzstan's ambassador to Iran, stressing the importance of fostering connections between businesspeople and economic players from both countries, including greater participation in each other's trade exhibitions.

Tehran Auto Show showcases strong presence of Chinese vehicles

TEHRAN – The sixth Tehran International Auto Show has opened at the Shahr-e Aftab Exhibition Center, with Chinese car brands making up the majority of vehicles on display.

DOE, Football Federation join hands for protecting Asiatic cheetahs

TEHRAN –The Department of Environment (DOE) and the Football Federation have signed a memorandum of understanding to support wildlife conservation, particularly the conservation of Asiatic cheetahs.

Iran, Iraq discuss expansion of co-op in ICT sector

TEHRAN –The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Minister, Sattar Hashemi, and the Iraqi ambassador to Iran, Naseer Abdul Mohsen Abdullah, have explored avenues for boosting cooperation in the ICT sector, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), and e-government.

This toddler has days to live, doctors warn. But Israel has paused her medical evacuation from Gaza

Doctors say 2-year-old Habiba al-Askari has days to live as gangrene creeps up her arms and legs, and only an urgent medical evacuation out of Gaza may save her life.

Rubio on buying Greenland: ‘This is not a joke’

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said during an interview that President Trump’s wish to acquire the Arctic island Greenland is serious and rooted in national security concerns for both the rest of the world and the U.S. amid China’s interest in the region. 

Persepolis complete signing of Serdar Dursun

TEHRAN – Iranian football club Persepolis completed the signing of former Fenerbahce forward Serdar Dursun on Thursday night.

Hamas confirms death of military chief Mohammed Deif

The military wing of Hamas, the Izz al-Din al-Qassam Brigades, announced on Thursday the death of its longtime chief of staff, Mohammed Deif, a man who eluded Israeli capture for decades and was said to move like a ghost, thus earning the moniker "The Guest" or "Deif" in Arabic.

110 Palestinians freed from Israeli jails in captive-prisoner deal

After a delay, Israel released 110 Palestinian prisoners. It followed the confirmation by the Israeli military of the release of three Israelis, one male and two females, and five Thai nationals from captivity in the Gaza Strip.

Danish PM marshals European support against Trump's threats to Greenland

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen on Tuesday said she had received support from European leaders as she sought backing to counter US President Donald Trump's threats to take over Greenland.

Hamas releases seven captives, including a female and male soldier

In the third phase of a ceasefire and captive exchange deal, Hamas on Thursday released two Israelis - one male and one female - and five foreign nationals from captivity in the Gaza Strip.

Israeli female soldier, civilian released in Gaza as part of ceasefire deal

An Israeli female soldier and a civilian held in Gaza were released on Thursday in the third phase of a ceasefire and captive exchange deal between Israel and Hamas.

France floated sending troops to Greenland as Trump focused on claiming huge island

France has discussed with Denmark sending troops to Greenland in response to United States President Donald Trump's repeated threats to annex the Danish territory, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot said.

HTS leader al-Sharaa named Syria’s interim president

Syria's new authorities announced Wednesday that Ahmed al-Sharaa, who took the helm after Bashar al-Assad's ouster last month, has been appointed interim president and tasked with forming a transitional legislature, state media reported.

It’s essential to avoid political approach toward Iran nuclear issue, Tehran tells IAEA chief

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi late on Wednesday told IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi that it is “essential to avoid politicizing and adopting unconstructive position” toward the Iran nuclear issue.

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There is a possibility of dialogue

TEHRAN - In a note, Hamshahri dealt with the report of the analytical site “Responsible Statecraft” about possible Iran-U.S. negotiations and wrote: According to this analytical site, Trump is eager for a quick agreement to demonstrate his power in striking deals.

Majid Nili Ahmadabadi appointed as Iran’s new ambassador to Germany

TEHRAN – Iran has appointed Majid Nili Ahmadabadi as its new ambassador to Germany.

Iran VP to attend EAEU summit in Kazakhstan

TEHRAN – Mohammad Reza Aref, Iran's First Vice President, is scheduled to visit Kazakhstan on Thursday to attend the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) Prime Ministers' Summit and the Almaty Digital Summit 2025.

IRGC chief highlights AI’s growing role in military and civilian sectors

TEHRAN – The commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has emphasized the increasing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in military applications while stressing the need for ethical considerations in its use.

Parliamentary delegation from Iran meets Belarus’ election chief, praises transparency

TEHRAN – A delegation from Iran’s Parliament met with Igor Karpenko, Chairman of Belarus’ Central Election Commission, to discuss electoral processes and bilateral relations.

We must end U.S. interference in Iran's foreign policy: Zarif

TEHRAN – Iran’s Vice President for Strategic Affairs Mohammad Javad Zarif, stated, "I do not see the United States as an opportunity for Iran's foreign policy. I consider the U.S. a nuisance or a shackle that must be removed from Iran's foreign policy."

'Victory assured,' Tehran's military leaders hail Palestinian Resistance, assert Iran's strength

TEHRAN – Iran's prominent military leaders has celebrated the recent victories of the Palestinian Resistance, describing them as a clear and strategic triumph against the Israeli regime's aggression in Gaza.

No message exchange with U.S. on sanctions talks so far: Iran FM

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, has dismissed speculation that the new U.S. administration has reached out regarding possible negotiations on lifting sanctions.

HTS leaders unlikely to become democratic rulers: London School of Economics professor

50 Salafist commanders promoted to senior military posts

TEHRAN - A professor of International Relations at the London School of Economics, says Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) has effectively transported its old Idlib government to Damascus while mostly excluding secular and more moderately religious opposition groups.