Will Syria and Israel normalize ties?

TEHRAN - The new government in Syria is resetting its regional relations, and a lot of focus is on what will happen with Israel, Al Jazeera said in an explainer on July 1.

Prime warmonger Netanyahu wants 'forever war': analysis

Forever war keeps Netanyahu in power and out of jail

TEHRAN - Simon Tisdall, a Guardian columnist, says “forever war keeps” Prime Minister Netanyahu “in power” and “out of jail”.

Police recover 21 Ilkhanid-era coins in northern Iran

TEHRAN — Iranian police have recovered 21 ancient coins believed to date back to the Ilkhanid era during a vehicle search near the city of Faruj in North Khorasan province, northeastern Iran.

Poet Heydar Yaghma’s tomb restored

TEHRAN - The tomb of contemporary Persian poet Heydar Yaghma (1924–1984) has recently undergone a restoration project, according to the head of Neyshabur’s office for cultural heritage.

Most world heritage sites at risk from drought or flooding: UNESCO

TEHRAN – Nearly three-quarters of the world’s cultural and natural heritage sites are under threat due to either drought or flooding, according to a report released Tuesday by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).

Qazvin’s threefold strategy for tourism highlighted during ministerial visit

TEHRAN - The Governor-General of Qazvin province, Mohammad Nozari, has emphasized a comprehensive three-pronged approach to advancing tourism in the province, encompassing short-, medium-, and long-term strategies.

Iran seeks investors to revive 41 heritage sites in 16 provinces

TEHRAN – Iran’s revitalization fund for historical and cultural places has announced the launch of a major public auction aimed at attracting investors to restore, preserve, and make productive use of 41 historical sites located in 16 provinces across the country.

UN in Iran expects doubling of funding to meet emerging needs

TEHRAN – The UN resident coordinator in Iran, Stefan Priesner, has said Iran's aid budget will need to be increased, at least doubled, following the war imposed by Israel on the country.

Some 9,000 ha of forests devastated in Israeli assaults

TEHRAN –According to a report by the Department of Environment (DOE), around 9,000 hectares of forests and protected areas in the country have been set on fire and severely damaged during the attacks by the Zionist regime on June 13-24.

Experts discuss ways to strengthen national immunization program

TEHRAN – Participating in a consultative workshop, national experts and international partners explored the potential to promote the country’s immunization programmes.

‘Iran’s commercial infrastructure resilient during tension, crisis’

TEHRAN- The acting head of the Commercial Services Department of Iran’s Trade Promotion Organization (TPO) referred to the resilience of the country's commercial infrastructure during periods of tension and crisis, and announced the development of a package of commercial solutions during the period of tension and post-war by the TPO.

Iran squad for 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup qualification announced

TEHRAN – Iran’s women’s national football team head coach Marzieh Jafari has announced the 23-player squad for the upcoming 2026 AFC Women's Asian Cup qualification.

Comprehensive support for shareholders on agenda of Supreme Council of Stock Exchange

TEHRAN- A member of the Supreme Council of the Stock Exchange said that the necessary measures are being taken to return stability to the market by utilizing all available capacities, adding, "Comprehensive support for shareholders has been placed on the agenda of the Supreme Council of the Stock Exchange."

New packages to be unveiled soon for construction of household solar power plants

TEHRAN- Iranian energy minister announced that next week, three new packages, one conventional and two more technical models, will be unveiled for the construction of household solar power plants.

Iran’s fixtures at 2025 FIVB U19 and U21 World Championships revealed

TEHRAN – Iran’s match schedule for the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Men’s U19 and U21 World Championships has been announced.

Government prepares supportive packages for war-damaged units’ return to production cycle

TEHRAN- Iranian minister of industry, mining and trade described the government's support for industries damaged by the enemy's invasion, in the form of the Ministry of Industry's production support plan, as an important step in returning damaged units to the production cycle.

Piazza will continue with Iran volleyball team: Taghavi

TEHRAN – Milad Taghavi, head of the Iran Volleyball Federation, announced that Roberto Piazza will remain as Iran’s head coach.

Arts performances resume with safety measures

TEHRAN – Deputy for Artistic Affairs at the Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance Nadereh Rezai has announced that performances across the country are set to resume following recent disruptions, emphasizing the vital role of art in fostering societal resilience during challenging times.

Farhadi’s “A Separation” ranked among best movies of 21st century

TEHRAN – A new list titled “The 100 Best Movies of the 21st Century” was published by The New York Times this week, with the 2011 Iranian drama film “A Separation” written and directed by Asghar Farhadi among the top 50.

Iranian short animation “The Splint” to attend Dieciminuti Film Festival

TEHRAN – The Iranian short animation “The Splint” written, directed, and produced by Mehdi Sedighi is present in the official selection of the 20th Dieciminuti Film Festival, which will be held from September 22 to 27 in Italy.

Cartoon exhibition opens in Tehran as artistic response to external aggression

TEHRAN – A collective exhibition of cartoons and caricatures titled “Muzzle” ("Puzeband") opened on Monday at the Aali Gallery of the Abolfazl Aali Gallery of the Art Bureau in Tehran, serving as an artistic tribute to the resilience and resistance of the Iranian nation amid external threats and provocations by the Zionist regime and the United States.

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‘National Unity’ is most important tool to neutralize future threats

TEHRAN - Siasat-e-Rooz devoted its headline to national unity in difficult circumstances and wrote: In recent weeks, Iran has faced one of the most complex and sensitive periods in its history.

US betrayed diplomacy, Araghchi tells EU policy chief after attacks on nuclear sites

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says the United States betrayed the diplomatic process and undermined dialogue by attacking Iran’s nuclear facilities while the two countries were in the middle of negotiations.

Netanyahu to travel to US for meetings with Trump, Vance

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will travel to the United States next week to meet with President Donald Trump and key members of his Cabinet, his office announced Tuesday.

Trump calls Japan 'spoiled' and hints at ending trade deal talks

Japan's hopes of securing a trade deal with the U.S. before the current pause on tariffs expires July 9 took another blow Monday, when President Donald Trump described the ally as "spoiled" and hinted that he will send a letter declaring the trade talks over, Nikkei Asia reported.

Barcelona records hottest June

Barcelona recorded its hottest June in over a century, the summit of Paris’ iconic Eiffel Tower was closed to visitors and hundreds of French schools shut on Tuesday as Europe sizzled in its first major heat wave of the summer.