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2026-07-20 21:24
By Fardin Molaei
Spain's World Cup glory denies Trump and Bibi their dream finale
TEHRAN – The curtain fell on the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States with an ending that few in Washington had hoped to witness. Instead of Argentina lifting the trophy at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, Spain emerged victorious after defeating the defending champions 1-0 in extra time, turning what many expected to be a political celebration into a night of disappointment for President Donald Trump and his closest international allies.
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2026-07-20 21:18
Iran urges IAEA to condemn US nuclear site strike
TEHRAN – Iran on Monday accused the United States of deliberately targeting civilian infrastructure and peaceful nuclear facilities during its ongoing military campaign, while confirming that it has received mediation proposals aimed at reducing tensions with Washington but insisting it will continue to defend its national interests through both diplomacy and military action.
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2026-07-20 21:15
New ambassadors of Pakistan, Iraq, Sri Lanka, and Ireland present credentials to Iran’s FM
TEHRAN — The newly appointed ambassadors of Pakistan, Iraq, Sri Lanka, and Ireland officially commenced their diplomatic missions in Iran on Monday, presenting copies of their credentials to Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
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2026-07-20 21:11
'A display of power and a call for revenge'
Political analyst Ehsan Salehi discusses the significance of the massive funeral processions mourning Ayatollah Khamenei
TEHRAN - Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, the late Leader of the Islamic Revolution, was laid to rest in the holy shrine of Imam Reza in the city of Mashhad on July 9, four months after he was assassinated in a U.S.-Israeli strike on his residence. The attack also claimed the lives of several of his family members, including his 18-month-old granddaughter.
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2026-07-20 21:05
By Mahmoud M. Ravi-Nejad
IRGC vows “unforgettable lesson” for US
Two US soldiers killed in Jordan were identified as Iran escalates strikes, raising total US war deaths to 17.
TEHRAN — Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) on Monday vowed to deliver an “unforgettable lesson” to the United States, while announcing a series of military operations and maritime security measures amid escalating tensions across the Persian Gulf and neighboring countries.
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2026-07-20 20:02
By Wesam Bahrani
Fate of Palestinians in Gaza: emigration or death?
TEHRAN – It is impossible to say with confidence that Palestinians in Gaza can endure much longer without solutions that remain nowhere in sight.
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2026-07-20 19:56
Khalil al-Hayya named new Hamas leader
Hamas has named senior figure Khalil al-Hayya as its new leader, the Palestinian resistance group announced on Monday.
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2026-07-20 19:44
Palestinians celebrate Spain’s World Cup victory
Hundreds of Palestinians across Gaza and the Occupied West Bank celebrated Spain’s World Cup victory, gathering around makeshift screens, cheering in stadiums and taking to the streets in celebration of Spain’s victory and the support its government has given to Palestine.
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2026-07-20 19:37
Yemen declares naval blockade on Saudi Arabia in response to ‘oppressive siege’
Yemen announced on Monday it was imposing a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia, a move that opens a new front against the United States in its war on Iran and widens the threat to global oil supplies and trade beyond the Persian Gulf.
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2026-07-20 19:29
Ben-Gvir's crocodile prison guards reflect his bloodlust
TEHRAN - Israel’s Environmental Protection Minister Idit Silman from the Likud Party has acted in accordance with the wishes of National Security Minister Itamar Ben- Gvir to use crocodiles as prison guards where Palestinians are kept.
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2026-07-20 19:27
A display of power and a call for revenge
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2026-07-20 18:26
World celebrates Spain's win
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2026-07-20 17:15
Oldest known photographs reveal how Persepolis has changed over time
TEHRAN - The oldest known photographs of Persepolis, the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire and now a UNESCO World Heritage site, provide a rare visual record of the monument before modern archaeological excavations reshaped its appearance.
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2026-07-20 17:15
Tehran, Minsk move to expand tourism ties
TEHRAN – Iran and Belarus are moving to strengthen tourism cooperation, with direct flights between Tehran and Minsk set to be launched after Belarus granted the necessary aviation approvals, officials from both countries said at a meeting in Tehran.
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2026-07-20 17:14
Ilam to showcase historical heritage to Arbaeen pilgrims, official says
TEHRAN – Iran’s western province of Ilam will use the annual Arbaeen pilgrimage to introduce its historical monuments and ancient civilization to domestic and foreign pilgrims passing through the Mehran border crossing, the province’s cultural heritage chief said on Monday.
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2026-07-20 16:34
Ghalenoei rues Iran's troubled preparation for 2026 World Cup
TEHRAN – Iran head coach Amir Ghalenoei has accepted full responsibility for Team Melli's disappointing 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign while insisting the squad overcame extraordinary challenges before and during the tournament.
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2026-07-20 15:54
Iranian students win six medals at Intl. Mathematical Olympiad
TEHRAN – Iran grabbed two gold medals, one silver medal, and three bronze medals at the 67th International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO) held on July 15 and 16 in Shanghai, China.
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2026-07-20 15:51
Iran, Turkey planning to launch joint innovation center
TEHRAN – Iran and Turkey are planning to establish a joint innovation center and define a sustainable business model, an official with the Ministry of Science has said.
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2026-07-20 15:42
Police dismantle 388 drug trafficking gangs since March
TEHRAN – In the first four months of the current Iranian year, which started on March 21, the anti-narcotics police have disbanded 388 drug trafficking gangs across the country, Iraj Kakavand, the head of anti-narcotics police, has said.
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2026-07-20 15:38
OCHA releases report on humanitarian assistance to Iran during ceasefire
TEHRAN - The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) Regional Office for the Middle East and North Africa (ROMENA), on behalf of and in collaboration with UN agencies and humanitarian organizations, has provided a report covering the period from June 1-30 on humanitarian assistance to Iran during the ceasefire between Iran and the United States.
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2026-07-20 15:29
Developing trade with Africa depends on market understanding: official
TEHRAN- The Director General of Africa Desk at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized the development of trade diplomacy between Iran and Africa and stated: "Cooperation priorities are determined based on indicators such as economic capacities, mutual needs, the level of political relations, the potential for developing trade and investment cooperation, and the readiness of the other party to expand relations."
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2026-07-20 15:22
Iran-Russia cooperation in developing oil, gas fields continues
TEHRAN- The Manager of Engineering and Development at the National Iranian Oil Company, referring to the meeting between Iran's Oil Minister and Russia's Minister of Energy, emphasized the continuation of cooperation between the two countries in developing oil and gas fields.
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2026-07-20 15:18
Renewable power plant capacity exceeds 5,400MW
TEHRAN- An official, announcing that the country's renewable power plant capacity has surpassed 5,400 MW, stated: If equipment, foreign currency, and financial resources are provided, the target of exceeding 7,000 MW by the end of summer will be achieved.
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2026/07/20
Can Trump swallow his pride and back down from Strait of Hormuz?
TEHRAN- Nearly five months into a war that Washington arrogantly assumed would be a quick victory, the Trump administration finds itself trapped in a strategic dead end of its own making.
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2026-07-20 14:34
Iran edged by Japan at 2026 Asian Junior Handball Championship
TEHRAN – Iran were edged by Japan 28-27 at the 2026 Asian Junior Handball Championship on Monday.
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2026-07-20 13:53
Tabatabaei elected president of Iran Blind Sports Federation
TEHRAN – Hassan Tabatabaei has been elected as the new president of the Iran Blind and Visually Impaired Sports Federation, securing a four-year mandate after a two-round voting process at the federation's electoral assembly on Monday.
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2026-07-20 13:01
Iran water polo down Singapore at 2026 Asian Age Group Championships
TEHRAN – Iran defeated Singapore 29-4 at the 12th Asian Age Group Championships on Monday.
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2026-07-20 12:35
Iran at 2026 World Cup: more questions than answers
TEHRAN - The 2026 FIFA World Cup was supposed to be Iran's opportunity to rewrite history. With the tournament expanding to 48 teams, Team Melli entered the competition believing they had their best chance yet to reach the knockout stage. Instead, they return home with disappointment, unanswered questions and renewed debate over the future of the national team.
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2026-07-20 00:01
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2026-07-19 21:25
AEOI condemns US ‘terrorist attack’ on under-construction nuclear power plant
TEHRAN- The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) has strongly condemned a 'US attack on the Darkhoveyn nuclear power plant,' which is currently under construction in Iran’s southwestern Khuzestan Province.