Senator Sanders sounds alarm on ‘kleptocracy’ in US

Independent US Senator Bernie Sanders has issued a call for his supporters to “stand up and fight back” against a rising tide of “oligarchy, authoritarianism [and] kleptocracy” that is the “state of America today”.

Turkey concerned about resumption of Israeli ‘genocide’

The Turkish foreign minister has expressed concern about potential actions that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his cabinet could take after Israeli captives are released from the Gaza Strip.

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Trump on Iran-Israel conflict

TEHRAN - Arman-e-Emrooz wrote in an analysis: Trump has previously stated that he wants to end wars, not start or continue them.

Integrated air defense network takes center stage in 2nd phase of Iran drills

TEHRAN – Air defense units of Iran’s Artesh have begun the second phase of military exercises in southwestern and central Iran, part of a larger national drill that began early this year.

Growing concerns in Israel over alleged Iranian espionage

TEHRAN – The Israeli regime’s media outlets are increasingly voicing concerns over what they claim to be a surge in Iranian espionage activities within the occupied territories.

Iran and Pakistan discuss bilateral ties, regional issues in Tehran

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Pakistan's Deputy Foreign Minister Amina Baloch met on Monday to discuss bilateral ties and regional developments.

Iran vows to defend nuclear program "with all its might"

TEHRAN – Iran is committed to defending its legal rights regarding its peaceful nuclear program with all possible means, stated Ali Shamkhani, a political advisor to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, during a visit to the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) on Tuesday.

Sabahi Fard appointed commander of Iran's central air defense base

TEHRAN – Brigadier General Alireza Sabahi Fard has been appointed commander of Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya Air Defense Base, the central headquarters for the country's air defense operations. 

Trump to “restore” his maximum pressure campaign on Iran: Reuters 

TEHRAN – U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to sign a presidential memorandum on Tuesday to “restore” the infamous "maximum pressure" campaign on Iran, according to Reuters citing an unidentified U.S. official. 

Israel’s isolation more evident than ever: Araghchi

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi delivered an impassioned speech at a Tehran conference on Gaza developments on Tuesday, stating that recent events have exposed the "true face" of Israel and amplified its international isolation.

Adaptation of “Of Mice and Men” on stage at Tehran theater

TEHRAN- A loose adaptation of American writer John Steinbeck’s novella “Of Mice and Men” is currently on stage at Hafez Theater Hall in Tehran. 

Divar Art Home staging Brian Clark’s “Whose Life Is It Anyway?”

TEHRAN-The play “Whose Life Is It Anyway?” by Brian Clark is being performed on stage at Divar Art Home in Tehran.

IAF to host concert featuring artists with autism, Down syndrome, CP

TEHRAN- Mehr-o-Ma ensemble, comprised of artists with autism, Down syndrome, and cerebral palsy (CP), is set to hold a concert at Jalil Shahnaz Hall of the Iranian Artists Forum (IAF) on Thursday. 

Tourism rally to help revive historic spice route between Iran, Pakistan, and India

TEHRAN - A special tourism rally, known as the Spice Route Rally, is set to take place in Kerman with the goal of showcasing the region’s economic and tourism potential while reviving the historic trade route connecting Iran to Pakistan and India.

Iran, Lufthansa in talks to resume flights, aviation official says

TEHRAN - Iranian Deputy Minister of Roads and Urban Development Mohammad Amirani has announced that Iran and German flag carrier Lufthansa are in discussions to resume flights.

Iranian music ensemble performs in Moscow 

TEHRAN- The Iranian music ensemble of Mehrabanan performed a concert at the Evangelical Lutheran Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul in Moscow on Sunday. 

Iran promotes tourism amid Chinese New Year celebrations

TEHRAN – Iran cherishes the Chinese New Year festivities to highlight its tourism opportunities and draw more visitors from China, according to the director-general for marketing and tourism development at the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts.

Global artisans to showcase talent at Fajr Handicrafts Festival

TEHRAN - Artists from 20 countries including England, Brazil, and Indonesia have entreated completion at the 9th Fajr Festival of Handicrafts, known as Sarv-e Simin, which is set to take place in Tehran from February 20 to 24.