Israeli media: Friendly fire in Gaza killed Israeli captives

The Israeli newspaper Yedioth Ahronoth reported on Friday that the inaccuracy of intelligence information about the locations of Israeli captives inside Gaza has led to the deaths of some of them in Israeli attacks carried out in the Strip.

Shahrzad theater to host reading performance of “Fools”

TEHRAN- On Saturday, the Shahrzad Theater Complex in Tehran will host a reading performance of the acclaimed American playwright Neil Simon’s comedic fable "Fools."

UNRWA: Aid must continue until Gaza’s agricultural sector recovers

The United Nations agency for Palestine refugees, UNRWA, has highlighted the critical condition of Gaza’s agricultural sector following recent conflicts.

DOE chief attending global Zero Waste Forum

TEHRAN –  A delegation led by the head of the Department of Environment, Shina Ansari, is participating in the global Zero Waste Forum, being held in Istanbul from October 17 to 19.

Iran highlights preserving marine environment at MEPC

TEHRAN – Ali Mousavi, the representative of Iran to the International Maritime Organization (IMO), has addressed the Extraordinary Session of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC), underlining the country’s view on the significance of protecting the marine environment.

Iran proposes making 'pact of mercy' among women worldwide

TEHRAN – Addressing the Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women in China, the Vice-President for Women and Family Affairs, Zahra Behrouz-Azar, has put forward Iran’s proposal to make a pact of mercy among women all over the world to strengthen women’s role in creating a more humane and sustainable future.

Minister urges WHO to protect health against sanctions

TEHRAN – Health Minister Mohammad-Reza Zafarqandi has referred to sanctions as silent wars against public health, urging the World Health Organization (WHO) and member states to safeguard health systems from political pressures and sanctions.

Iranian lifters win tow more medals at 2025 World Para Powerlifting Championship

TEHRAN - Nikoo Rozbahani and Aliasghar Abareghi of Iran won two bronze medals at the 2025 World Para Powerlifting Championship underway in Cairo, Egypt on Thursday.

Salar Aghapour named 2025 AFC Futsal Player of the Year

TEHRAN - Iran futsal star Salar Aghapour took home the AFC Futsal Player of the Year trophy at the AFC Awards Riyadh 2025 Thursday night.

Marziyeh Jafari named 2025 AFC Women Coach of the Year

TEHRAN - History was made at the AFC Awards Riyadh 2025 on Thursday as Marziyeh Jafari became the first-ever AFC Coach of the Year (Women) winner from Iran.

Iran handed tough group at 2026 Asian Handball Championship

TEHRAN – Iran discovered their opponents at the 22nd Asian Men's Handball Championship.

Veteran Iranian dubber Saeed Mozaffari passes away

TEHRAN- Renowned Iranian voice actor and iconic voice of Iran’s dubbing industry, Saeed Mozaffari, passed away at Erfan Hospital in Tehran on Tuesday, after battling respiratory issues and a prolonged illness. He was 83.

Rhetoric Orchestra to perform classic masterpieces at Vahdat Hall

TEHRAN- Iran’s Rhetoric Orchestra, conducted by Reza Marivand, will present a concert featuring works by renowned composers of classical music from around the world at Tehran’s Vahdat Hall on Tuesday.

Germany refuses to deny report of secret pact with Israel

TEHRAN – The German Foreign Ministry and the German embassy in Tehran declined to respond to inquiries regarding a Tehran Times report revealing that Germany signed a secret contract with Israel and deployed troops to the occupied territories during the regime's war against Iran in June.

IAEA access to Iran's nuclear sites to stay restricted

Nuclear chief says parliamentary legislation will guide engagement

TEHRAN – The head of the Atomic Energy organization of Iran (AEOI) says the criterion for the country’s engagement with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will be the June legislation passed at Iran’s Parliament.

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Signs of a new change in Middle East

TEHRAN - Shargh devoted its headline to Trump's statements at the Sharm el-Sheikh summit and wrote: Trump said in his statements that he would like to lift sanctions on Iran when Tehran is ready to talk.

Iran condemns Israel’s violation of Gaza truce terms

TEHRAN –Iran has condemned recent Israeli strikes against Palestinians, calling for a halt to Tel Avi’s atrocities.

Tehran ready to cooperate with NAM states to advance shared ideals: Araghchi

TEHRAN – Speaking at the 19th Midterm Ministerial Meeting of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) in Kampala, Uganda, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi reaffirmed Iran’s readiness to cooperate with all member states in advancing the Movement’s noble principles, emphasizing solidarity, multilateralism, and resistance to unilateralism.

Pezshkian enacts comprehensive law to regulate civilian drone operations

TEHRAN – Iran has introduced a sweeping new law regulating the production, registration, and operation of civilian drones, aiming to establish greater security oversight and legal accountability over their use nationwide.

Five Iranian films to attend 38th International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam

TEHRAN - Five films from Iran will participate in the 38th International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam (IDFA), which is set to be held from November 13 to 23 in the Netherlands.