Iran’s museums remain closed until conditions are normal: minister

TEHRAN—Iran’s museums and historic sites will be closed until the government declares normal conditions for the country, said Cultural Heritage Minister Raza Salehi-Amiri.

Children’s tourism book unveiled in Kashan

TEHRAN— A tourism book for children was unveiled in Kashan, Isfahan province, in a ceremony attended by Isfahan Governor-General Mehdi Jamalinejad and several cultural heritage and tourism managers.

19 Muharram-mourning elements made national heritage

TEHRAN – A selection of 19 religious and cultural traditions associated with the mourning rituals of Muharram in the northern Gilan province have been inscribed on Iran’s National List of Intangible Cultural Heritage, a local official announced on Monday.

Tehran hotels shelter 1,100 people affected by war

TEHRAN—Some 13 hotels in Tehran accommodated 1,100 people affected by Israeli attacks, said the hoteliers in a gathering with Tourism Minister Reza Salehi-Amiri in Tehran.

Virtual tours now available for Niavaran Cultural-Historical Complex

TEHRAN - In response to the current closure of historical sites in Iran, the Niavaran Cultural-Historical Complex has launched a free 360-degree virtual tour, allowing users to explore the historic palace and its museums from anywhere in the world.

Cool escapes from Tehran's summer heat: destinations to visit

TEHRAN - As the summer sun blazes over Tehran, many residents and visitors alike search for refreshing retreats to escape the heat.

By Maryam Tavassoli

‘Nature, the silent part in wars’

TEHRAN –Nature is part of our community, but unlike people, it is silent, and this silence is the most dangerous sign of its suffering, an official with the Department of Environment has said.

Nationwide campaign aims to free 17,000 prisoners in Muharram

TEHRAN – A nationwide campaign was launched on June 27, the beginning of the month of Muharram, aiming to help release 17,000 prisoners of intentional crimes.

Newborn foals give hope to Persian zebra’s survival

TEHRAN – With the birth of four foals in Kavir National Park, the number of Persian zebras has reached eight this year, indicating the improved habitat condition and effective conservation management of the endangered animal.

Iran’s industrial parks stay operational amid 12-day conflict with Israel

TEHRAN - Despite Israeli airstrikes damaging nine industrial parks during a 12-day conflict, Iran kept all its industrial parks operational, according to Reza Ansari, head of Iran's Small Industries and Industrial Parks Organization (ISIPO).

Iran says foreign trade remains stable amid regional tensions

TEHRAN – Iran’s foreign trade activities remain on track despite recent regional tensions, with no interruptions to services for traders and exporters, the head of the Trade Promotion Organization (TPO) said on Monday.

Lake Urmia water level shrinks by 51cm yr/yr

TEHRAN – The current water level of Lake Urmia stands at 1270.09 meters, indicating a fifty-one-centimeter decline compared to the same time last year.

President Pezeshkian meets ICCIMA board, discusses industry support package

TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian met with the board of the Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture (ICCIMA) to discuss a new government support package aimed at helping industrial units recover from the economic shock caused by the recent 12-day war.

Weightlifter Yousefi to miss 2025 Solidarity Games

TEHRAN – Iranian super heavyweight weightlifter Alireza Yousefi will not participate in the sixth edition of the Islamic Solidarity Games in 2025.

Iranian Sunni scholars urge Islamic unity against Western and Zionist aggression

TEHRAN - A group of Sunni intellectuals and elites from across the Islamic Republic of Iran have issued a powerful statement addressed to leaders, scholars, and youth throughout the Islamic world, lauding Iran’s decisive victory over the United States and the Zionist regime and calling for broad Islamic resistance in the face of escalating Western aggression.

Iran’s slogan for Asian Youth Para Games 2025 unveiled

TEHRAN – Iran’s National Paralympic Committee (NPC) has announced the team’s official slogan for the Asian Youth Para Games 2025.

“Umbilical Cord” returns to Turkish theater stage

TEHRAN - The play “Umbilical Cord,” written and directed by Iranian director Mostafa Pouryousef, has returned to the stage in Istanbul, Turkey.

Iraqi artists honor martyr Mansoureh Alikhani in symposium

TEHRAN – The Bait al-Jamal Lil-Funun art center in Baghdad is hosting a week-long symposium dedicated to the memory of martyred Iranian painter Mansoureh Alikhani. 

Veteran actor Jamal Ejlali passes away

TEHRAN – Renowned actor Jamal Ejlali passed away at his home in Tehran on Sunday, after a period of illness. He was 78.

Five Iranians invited to join Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

TEHRAN – There are five Iranians among the 534 artists and executives invited by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences to join the organization.

Israel kills nearly 600 Palestinians at aid centers

Since May 27, at least 583 Palestinians have been killed and 4,186 injured while waiting for food at aid distribution sites operated by the Israeli- and United States-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), according to the Gaza Strip’s Ministry of Health.

Germany seeks Israeli partnership on cyber defense

Germany is aiming to establish a joint German-Israeli cyber research center and deepen collaboration between the two countries' intelligence and security agencies, German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt has said.

Court postpones Netanyahu appearance in corruption trial

An Israeli court has postponed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's testimony in his corruption trial after he requested a delay with the support of President Donald Trump.

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"The defeat" was product of aggression against Iran

TEHRAN - In an analysis, Javan discussed the defeat of Israel and the United States in the 12-day war against Iran and wrote: The terrorist Zionist regime thought it could achieve a decisive victory with the assassination of some Iranian military commanders.

Salami, Hajizadeh, and Shadmani laid to rest amid national grief

TEHRAN – In scenes of profound national grief, the Islamic Republic of Iran laid to rest three of its most revered military commanders on Sunday.