Mother of all bombs or father of all missiles?

In a note, Etemad examined US rhetoric about using the “Mother of All Bombs” and Iran’s response that it could employ the “Father of All Missiles.” The paper argued that Iran’s statements do not necessarily mean such bombs would be ineffective, nor that Tehran has publicly revealed the nature or scope of any potential response. Political declarations, deterrent warnings, and military operational plans are three distinct matters.

Pakistan to continue mediation between Iran and US, Dar says

TEHRAN– Pakistan will continue its diplomatic efforts to facilitate engagement between Iran and the United States, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar said on Tuesday, reaffirming Islamabad’s support for dialogue and a peaceful resolution of regional disputes.

Brother Munir! The Ball Is in the US Court

Pakistan's army chief came to Tehran to break the deadlock, but the US has repeatedly derailed mediation with fantasies like Iran's surrender

TEHRAN – Field Marshal Asim Munir, Pakistan’s army chief, arrived in Tehran on Tuesday for consultations with Iranian officials. It is General Munir's fifth visit to Tehran since the start of the US-Israeli war against Iran on February 28.

Iran urges Int'l legal bodies to act over attack on Dena destroyer

TEHRAN — Iranian Army Deputy Coordinator Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari has called on international legal bodies to fulfill their responsibilities regarding the attack on the Iranian destroyer Dena, stressing that the vessel had been deployed to India to convey a message of peace and friendship and carry out training missions.

Iran says will respond proportionately to any aggression

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei has warned that any renewed aggression against Iran will be met with a response proportionate to the attack, stressing that Tehran is prepared to defend the country under all circumstances.

VP urges SCO to strengthen economic integration, independent financial mechanisms

TEHRAN — Iranian First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref has called on members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) to turn their economic potential into concrete joint projects, accelerate the establishment of an SCO Development Bank and expand cooperation in trade, energy, transportation and digital technology.

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Geography of Iran’s Iron Ore

The strategic corridor traversing Yazd and Kerman forms the backbone of Iran’s steel industry, anchored by massive deposits including the 1.2-billion-ton Gol-Gohar mining hub in Kerman. Operational development across this mineral belt is driven by two competing logistical frameworks: co-located integrated clusters and nationwide distributed value chains.

WHO extends designation of Pasteur Institute of Iran as collaborating center on Rabies

TEHRAN – The World Health Organization (WHO) has extended the designation of Pasteur Institute of Iran as its collaborating center for reference and research on rabies for another four years, till January 14, 2030.

Iran makes progress in tuberculosis control, but gaps in case detection remain

TEHRAN – Iran has achieved a substantial share of international targets for tuberculosis (TB) control, but significant potential remains for detecting undiagnosed cases of the disease, a health official said.

Rasul Medal recognizes scientists for both achievement and social impact

TEHRAN - The Rasul (pbuh) Medal recognizes young scientists whose work demonstrates social responsibility and makes a meaningful contribution to society and humanity, with particular emphasis on the real-world impact of their achievements.

Iraq seeks broader scientific ties with Iran via joint research, faculty exchanges

TEHRAN - Iraqi Ambassador to Iran Yasser Abdulzahra Al-Hajjaj has stressed that scientific cooperation between the two countries should extend beyond student recruitment to include joint research projects, exchanges of professors and researchers, and stronger technological ties.