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2026-10-04 19:54
Iran rejects Axios report on expulsion of diplomats from US
TEHRAN — Iran has rejected a report by the US news website Axios claiming that two members of its delegation to the United Nations General Assembly left New York after failing to comply with a US State Department request to leave the country, with Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi describing the alleged “expulsion” as a sign of “desperation and defeat.”
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2026-10-04 19:54
Iran refutes ‘Big Lies’ on nuclear program, drug production
TEHRAN— Iran’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations and other international organizations in Vienna has rejected US allegations that Iran was producing drugs at its nuclear facilities, describing the claim as another “BIG LIE” aimed at creating pretexts for aggression against the country.
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2026-10-04 19:53
Iran hails departure of US forces from Iraq
TEHRAN — Iran has welcomed the departure of US and other foreign forces from Iraq after two decades, describing the development as an important and necessary step toward strengthening national sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence in the Arab country.
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2026-10-04 19:53
Medvedev vows Russia will never sacrifice strategic partnership with Iran
TEHRAN- Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev has said the aggression against Iran has had serious consequences for the global economy, with people in the United States feeling the impact at home.
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2026-10-04 19:52
By staff writer
American Marine arrested over brutal murder of Japanese woman in Okinawa
TEHRAN — Japanese authorities lodged a formal protest with Washington on Sunday after Okinawa police arrested a 20-year-old U.S. Marine on suspicion of robbing and murdering a local woman in Naha, reigniting fury over the massive American military footprint in Japan.
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2026-10-04 19:51
Israel blows up schools, flattens villages in southern Lebanon
TEHRAN — Israeli forces escalated their campaign of artillery shelling, airstrikes, and controlled demolitions across southern Lebanon over the weekend, turning border villages into uninhabitable wreckage while Washington provides political cover for the ongoing aggression.
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2026-10-04 19:49
By Shahrokh Saei
India’s new ambassador pledges to unlock ‘huge potential’ in Iran trade ties
TEHRAN — India’s new ambassador to Iran has emphasized the scope for expanding bilateral trade as one of his core missions, pledging to facilitate business matchmaking and explore mechanisms to overcome logistics and banking hurdles, particularly for humanitarian and essential goods.
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2026-10-04 19:49
Iran says to deliver additional points on US counter-proposal
TEHRAN — Iran will convey additional points regarding a US counter-proposal to Tehran’s seven-day plan for reopening the Strait of Hormuz after completing the necessary assessments, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei said on Sunday.
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2026-10-04 19:49
Qalibaf: Iran ready to spring new surprises on adversaries
TEHRAN — Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf has warned that Iran will continue to confront its adversaries with new surprises while pursuing military and diplomatic strategies in parallel, saying the United States has grown frustrated by the Iranian nation’s steadfast resistance.
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2026-10-04 19:47
Keyhan: Strait of Hormuz exposes America's economic problems
In a note, Keyhan argued that the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz has directly affected the US economy by driving up inflation and fuel prices. The newspaper said President Trump and his administration are working hard to prevent Republicans from losing the November midterm elections, which it says have become closely tied to the conflict with Iran and its economic consequences.
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2026-10-04 19:34
Iran has the attractions, the challenge is turning them into tourism: Javad Gharaei
Iranian documentarian and “Iran Gard” presenter Javad Gharaei joined Tehran Talks to discuss Iran’s tourism attractions, his work, and the country’s diverse cultural and natural landscapes.
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2026-10-04 19:31
Iran vows stronger response to military attack
Araghchi says Iran remains ready for a diplomatic solution to US conflict
TEHRAN — Iran is ready for a diplomatic solution to its conflict with the US, but if Washington again chooses a military course, Tehran is more prepared than before to defend itself and will deliver a stronger response, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Sunday.
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2026-10-04 19:31
Green Party recognizes Zionism as a form of racism
The Green Party of England and Wales has voted to declare Zionism a form of racism in an unprecedented move at its party conference in Brighton, Middle East Eye has learnt.
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2026-10-04 17:38
By Ali Minabi
What next after Iraq’s sovereignty day?
TEHRAN – Will Baghdad truly be able to make its own decisions? This is the question many Iraqis are asking following the September 30 celebration of what is known as “sovereignty day.”
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2026-10-04 17:27
By Batool Subeiti
Evolution of the Resistance: three phases since Oct. 7
LONDON - Phase one of the resistance is divided into two parts, the first is the war of supporting Gaza until the many resistance leaders were eliminated. It was then followed by the “battle of determination” where the comprehensive confrontation took place, which was the attempt to completely eliminate the resistance.
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2026-10-04 16:54
By Afshin Majlesi
Iran has the attractions, the challenge is turning them into tourism: Javad Gharaei
TEHRAN - Iran does not lack tourism attractions. What it has struggled to do, says Iranian traveler and documentary filmmaker Javad Gharaei, is turn the country’s extraordinary natural and cultural diversity into a tourism industry capable of attracting visitors, generating revenue and properly introducing the ancient country to the world.
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2026-10-04 16:45
A Chorus of Voices for Iran and Palestine
Pro-Iran and pro-Palestine rallies in Düsseldorf, Berlin and Hannover highlighted solidarity with Iran and Palestine, opposition to foreign intervention and military threats, and calls to end pressure on Iran and suffering in Gaza.
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2026-10-04 16:10
Iran shines brighter in Nagoya with 19 gold medals
TEHRAN - Iran’s delegation concluded its campaign at the 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya with an improved gold-medal tally compared with the previous edition in Hangzhou.
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2026-10-04 16:00
Few people thought I could win gold: Emami
TEHRAN - Iranian freestyle wrestler Yones Emami, competing in the 74kg weight class, spoke about the difficulty of the competition, the high level of his opponents and his determination to win gold after claiming the title at the 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya.
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2026-10-04 15:53
Spectrum: Against the Tide: How Iran Weathered the Storm
The conflict between Iran, the United States and Israel defied expectations of a swift victory. Despite losses and sustained attacks, Iran preserved its military capabilities, leveraged the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz and maintained domestic cohesion, turning the confrontation into a prolonged test of endurance.
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2026-10-04 15:30
Iran secures third consecutive world title with five golds at IOAA 2026
TEHRAN – Iran’s national Astronomy and Astrophysics Olympiad team has been crowned world champion for the third consecutive year after winning five gold medals at the 19th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics (IOAA 2026).
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2026-10-04 15:26
Homegrown robots to enhance IRCS rescue operations in crises
TEHRAN – Domestically made rescue robots make search and rescue missions faster and more accurate, lower risks, and enhance the safety of rescuers by collecting efficient data and helping rescuers identify potential threats before they enter dangerous zones.
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2026-10-04 15:23
Tehran to host 7th Iran Smart City Exhibition and Conference
TEHRAN – The seventh Iran Smart City Exhibition and Conference is set to open in Tehran on October 31, coinciding with World Cities Day, bringing together stakeholders and experts in the field of smart urban development. The three-day event will continue through November 2.
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2026-10-04 15:21
Iran urges UNESCO to help restore scientific infrastructure damaged in war
TEHRAN – The head of the National Committee for Management of Social Transformations (MOST) has called for UNESCO to play an effective role in safeguarding knowledge, ensuring uninterrupted access to learning, and rebuilding academic centers damaged during the US-Israeli imposed war against the country.
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2026-10-04 14:58
Sayyadmanesh ruled out for four weeks with hamstring injury
TEHRAN - Allahyar Sayyadmanesh is expected to be sidelined for around four weeks after suffering a hamstring injury, with the Iranian forward set to miss Lech Poznan’s next nine matches.
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2026-10-04 14:46
Khoshnoodzadeh named Iran’s flag bearer at Asian Games closing ceremony
TEHRAN - Iranian jujitsu national team member Shahrzad Khoshnoodzadeh was selected as the country’s flag bearer for the closing ceremony of the 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya.
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2026-10-04 14:26
Perugia announce signing of Iran star Matin Hosseini
TEHRAN - Sir Safety Perugia have officially announced the signing of Iranian outside hitter Matin Hosseini, who joins the Italian SuperLega club after spending last season with Paykan Tehran.
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2026-10-04 13:08
Iran sitting volleyball target fifth straight gold in Nagoya: Bigdeli
TEHRAN - Iran’s men’s sitting volleyball team captain Sadegh Bigdeli is confident that Team Melli can extend their remarkable record by winning a fifth consecutive gold medal at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya.
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2026-10-04 11:53
“Cultural Iran” book collection inspires new fusion of music, calligraphy and film
TEHRAN- Iranian composer and ney player Hamed Mokhtarani is collaborating with Professor Dariush Farhud, widely regarded as a pioneer of genetics in Iran, on a multidisciplinary artistic project inspired by the 15-volume “Cultural Iran” book collection.
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2026-10-04 05:49
Development of mobile dispatching center launched across country
TEHRAN- The Minister of Energy ordered: After the launch of the first center in Khorasan Razavi Province, the mobile dispatching model should be developed nationwide, and the Deputy for Electricity and Energy was tasked with drafting the necessary directives to implement the plan.