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2026-11-01 15:47

Golmohammadi officially appointed Iran U23 head coach

TEHRAN - Yahya Golmohammadi has officially taken charge of Iran’s U23 national team after signing his contract with the Iranian Football Federation.

2026-11-01 15:47

Some 90 earthquakes hit Iran in a week

TEHRAN – A total of 89 earthquakes have been recorded across the country in a week from October 24 to 30, according to the seismological networks of the Institute of Geophysics of the University of Tehran.

2026-11-01 15:46

Iranian tech firms showcase innovations at exhibitions in Russia, China

TEHRAN – Iranian knowledge-based companies have participated in two major international exhibitions, Kazan Digital Week in Russia and Aquatech China, showcasing their technological capabilities and exploring opportunities to expand international cooperation and business ties.

2026-11-01 15:43

Bam lose to Kobe Leonessa in AFC Women’s Champions League 2027/27

TEHRAN - Kobe Leonessa registered a convincing 4-1 win over Bam Khatoon in their AFC Women’s Champions League 2027/27 Group A opener on Sunday.

2026-11-01 14:50

Tehran, New Delhi hold talks to deepen ties in technology sector

TEHRAN – Iran and India have discussed ways to expand cooperation in information and communication technology (ICT), promote specialized exchanges, and strengthen coordination in international forums.

2026-11-01 00:01

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2026-10-31 22:59

Regional agreement and threat of a joint response

Donya-e-Eqtesad discussed the unexpected visit of Khalid bin Salman, Saudi Arabia’s defense minister, to Tehran. As concerns grow over a possible renewal of war between Iran and the United States, Saudi Arabia is trying to influence Tehran’s calculations through a mix of economic incentives, political proposals, and security warnings.

2026-10-31 22:55

What’s in art galleries

Maad Gallery is currently playing host to an exhibition of paintings by Maahyar Charmchi. The exhibit named “Meat Grinder Symphony” will continue until November 20 at the gallery located at 3 Kooh Peykar St., Fallahi St., Zaferaniyeh neighborhood.

2026-10-31 22:54

Major Iranian singers, orchestras take stage across country this week

TEHRAN- A series of concerts featuring prominent Iranian singers, musicians and orchestras is underway across the country, with performances scheduled in Tehran and several other cities through November 6, offering audiences a diverse lineup of live music in the coming days.

2026-10-31 22:54

Iranian team makes IDFA 2026 trailer

TEHRAN – The official campaign trailer for the International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam (IDFA) 2026 has been made by an Iranian team.

2026-10-31 22:53

Iranian strikes damage 274 structures at 24 US-linked military sites

TEHRAN- Iran’s retaliatory missile and drone strikes have damaged at least 274 structures at 24 US-linked military installations across the Middle East, with estimated repair costs reaching as high as $15 billion, according to a report based on satellite imagery and US officials.

2026-10-31 22:48

Canada’s support for UAE claim to Iranian islands violates UN Charter, Tehran says

TEHRAN — Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei has condemned Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s support for the United Arab Emirates’ claim to three Iranian islands in the Persian Gulf, describing Ottawa’s position as a blatant contradiction and a violation of the principles enshrined in the United Nations Charter.

2026-10-31 22:45

VP orders formation of five specialized committees to prepare for ECO summit in Tehran

TEHRAN — First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref has ordered the formation of five specialized committees, covering cultural, tourism, diplomatic, economic, and political affairs, to coordinate preparations for hosting the upcoming summit of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) in Tehran at the highest possible level.

Army Spokesperson Brigadier General Mohammad Akraminia

2026-10-31 22:41

Iranian army warns US against renewed military adventurism, says war could spread across region

TEHRAN — Iranian Army Spokesman Brigadier General Mohammad Akraminia has warned the United States against launching another military adventure in the region, stressing that any renewed aggression would expand the geographical scope of war and its consequences would not remain under Washington’s control.

2026-10-31 22:39

International artists and intellectuals call for protection of Iranian civilians

TEHRAN — A group of artists, writers, academics and cultural figures from various countries has called for the protection of Iranian civilians and unrestricted access to humanitarian assistance, stressing that ordinary people must not bear the cost of political and military objectives.

2026-10-31 22:35

By Ehsan Etesam

America’s next battlefield innovation: Preparing the graves before the war

TEHRAN - America's military supremacy apparently comes with a new logistical priority: making sure there are enough graves when the bombs stop falling. As Washington continues to promise victory in its next great confrontation, the US Army is busy rehearsing how to bury the casualties. One wonders whether Americans were ever told this was part of the plan.

2026-10-31 22:32

Immediate, effective, with no geographical limitation

Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei outlines Iran’s response strategy to a possible next enemy attack in a meeting with senior military commanders.

TEHRAN — Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei, the Leader and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, held a meeting with senior commanders of the Iranian Armed Forces, in which he laid out Iran’s doctrine for responding to any renewed military or terrorist aggression.

2026-10-31 21:11

Protests, fueled by high cost of living, hit streets in France and Germany

Major cities in France and Germany were the scenes of protests on Saturday. Protesters in Paris, the capital, began marching from Porte de Bagnolet.

2026-10-31 20:57

Araghchi: Iran has no plans for talks with US until its conditions are met

TEHRAN — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said Iran has no plans to hold talks with the United States under the current circumstances, stressing that Tehran will consider direct or indirect negotiations only after Washington accepts its conditions.

A demonstrator holds Arabic and Hebrew signs saying 'Palestine Flag' and 'Returning' during a Nakba Remembrance Day ceremony at Tel Aviv University on 13 May 2026 (Jack Guez/AFP)

2026-10-31 19:59

A minority in their homeland who have been facing discrimination and state violence

TEHRAN - “Palestinian citizens of Israel,” also known as the “Palestinians of 1948” or “Palestinians inside Israel” have been subjected to discrimination and violence at the hands of successive Israeli governments.

بازی تیم فوتبال پرسپولیس و نساجی مازندران - محمد عمری

2026-10-31 18:41

Persepolis move top: 2026/27 PGPL

TEHRAN – Persepolis football team moved back to the top of the Persian Gulf Pro League table after securing a 1-0 away victory over Nassaji Mazandaran in Week 11 on Saturday.

2026-10-31 18:35

Hassan Yazdani makes wrestling history

TEHRAN - Eleven years. Four different weight classes. Eleven World and Olympic medals. As he approaches his 32nd birthday, Hassan Yazdani has achieved a milestone that stands alone in the history of international wrestling.

Iran and its allies have changed the balance of power in the region

2026-10-31 18:27

By Batool Subeiti

Washington's shrinking room for maneuver in West Asia

LONDON -- The current situation is too complex to be summarized in a few brief points, as what is unfolding goes far beyond a direct military confrontation between the United States and Israel on one side, and Iran and its allies on the other.

2026-10-31 18:19

Iran's economy has capacity to overcome war pressures: economic analyst

TEHRAN- An economic analyst, emphasizing Iran's economic capacity to overcome the pressures caused by war and to revive production and employment, stated: "Erosive bureaucracy and delays in decision-making have prevented the utilization of the country's economic power."

2026-10-31 18:15

Reconstruction of residential units damaged in war to be finished in 1 month

TEHRAN- The head of the Islamic Revolution Housing Foundation, Manouchehr Khajeh Dalouei, said reconstruction of residential units damaged in the 12-day imposed war has been completed, while repairs and rebuilding of units damaged in the 40-day war have passed 92 percent physical progress and should finish within one month.

2026-10-31 18:11

South Pars phase 11 development continues with drilling of 13th well on platform B

TEHRAN- The CEO of Petropars Group announced the continuation of drilling operations for the 13th well on Platform B of South Pars Phase 11 and stated: After the completion and commissioning of 12 wells at this location, drilling of the 13th well has also been placed on Petropars’ agenda beyond its contractual commitments, and it is currently at the stage of drilling the 16-inch hole.

2026-10-31 18:05

‘Opportunities for agricultural cooperation with Africa available’

TEHRAN- Iran’s Minister of Agriculture, Gholamreza Nouri Ghezeljeh, addressed the First National Meeting on Iran-Africa Agricultural Cooperation, stressing that opportunities for joint agricultural cooperation with Africa are available and must be converted into concrete, operational, and lasting economic ties.

Many analysts and officials believe that Netanyahu encouraged Trump to join Israel in the war against Iran

2026-10-31 17:55