Hamas outlines transitional role and long truce amid fragile ceasefire

Hamas intends to retain security control in Gaza during an interim period while a technocratic administration manages civil affairs, a senior Hamas politburo member, Mohammed Nazzal, said in an interview with Reuters from Doha released Saturday.

Death toll in Gaza surpasses 68,000 as Israel continues attacks after ceasefire

The Palestinian death toll in Gaza has reached a grim new milestone, surpassing 68,000 lives lost, as a fragile ceasefire is marred by continued violence.

By Shahrokh Saei 

Pakistan–Afghanistan conflict: U.S. maneuvering vs. China’s mediation

TEHRAN – The recent border clashes between Pakistan and Afghanistan underscore the fragility of South Asia’s security environment. 

UNESCO representatives visit Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System

TEHRAN—A delegation comprising the representatives of UNESCO organization from Algerian, Tanzania, Nigeria, and Iraq visited Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System in Khuzestan province.

Minister emphasizes the need for intelligent protection of historical monuments

TEHRAN— Minister of Cultural Heritage Reza Salehi-Amiri emphasized the need for intelligent protection of Iran's historical monuments, and said that protecting the cultural heritage is protecting the country's historical memory and national identity.

Qom comprehensive tourism plan under compilation

TEHRAN—A meeting to review the draft comprehensive tourism plan for Qom was held with the presence of Qom Governor Akbar Behnamjou and a number of provincial officials, during which the development of the comprehensive tourism plan for this province was initiated.

Three Iranian villages named among world’s Best Tourism Villages by UN

TEHRAN – The UN Tourism on Friday recognized three Iranian villages among the world’s 52 best tourism villages for 2025, praising their rich cultural heritage, historical significance, and commitment to sustainable tourism.

Pakistan, Afghanistan's Taliban hold talks in Qatar

Pakistan and Afghan officials met in Doha on Saturday to discuss immediate measures to curb cross-border clashes and restore stability along their shared border.

Zelensky fails to secure Tomahawk missiles at talks with Trump

President Volodymyr Zelensky appears to have come away empty-handed from a White House meeting after US President Donald Trump indicated he was not ready to supply sought-after Tomahawk cruise missiles to Ukraine, the BBC reported. 

Iran remain unchanged in FIFA World Ranking

TEHRAN – Iran national football team remained 21st in the latest FIFA World Ranking issued on Friday.

DOE discusses environmental issues with Turkey, Azerbaijan

TEHRAN – Shina Ansari, the head of the Department of Environment, in separate meetings with Emine Erdoğan, the first lady of Turkey, and Mukhtar Babayev, the Azerbaijani Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources, explored avenues to promote cooperation in the environment sector.

Cave rescue drill held in Yazd

The sixth cave rescue drill was held with the participation of rescue and relief teams from ten provinces in Mehriz, central Yazd province, on October 10.

Iran seeks to expand engineering footprint in Africa through new cooperation forum

TEHRAN – Iranian business leaders have called for stronger engagement with Africa’s fast-developing infrastructure markets, emphasizing the continent’s vast potential for technical and engineering cooperation.

Talkhabi elected as president of Iran Bodybuilding Federation

TEHRAN – Majid Talkhabi was elected as new president of Iran Bodybuilding Federation on Saturday for a four-year term through 2029.

Government outlines comprehensive plan to support capital market

TEHRAN – The Iranian government has intensified efforts to stabilize and strengthen the capital market through coordinated policymaking and regular consultations between top economic officials.

CISTC to support Iran-Iraq research projects

TEHRAN – The Center of International Science and Technology Cooperation (CISTC) will support the implementation of joint research projects by Iranian and Iraqi researchers.

Tehran, Hanoi explore avenues to foster sci-tech ties

TEHRAN – The head of the Organization for the Development of International Cooperation in Science and Technology, Hossein Roozbeh, and the Vietnamese Ambassador to Iran, Nguyen Luong Ngoc, have discussed ways to expand scientific and technological collaborations between the two countries.

Tehran hosts intl. conference on social entrepreneurship, regional development, and social justice

TEHRAN - The First International Conference of Social Entrepreneurship, Regional Development, and Social Justice was held at the University of Tehran on Saturday.

South Pars Gas Complex cuts flaring by 3.8 mcm/d

TEHRAN – The South Pars Gas Complex (SPGC) has achieved a daily reduction of 3.8 million cubic meters (mcm) in gas flaring, marking a major step toward greater efficiency and environmental sustainability in Iran’s gas industry, the complex’s managing director said.

Rooftop solar power stations installed for 22 ministries, state organizations

TEHRAN – In line with President Masoud Pezeshkian’s directive for all government bodies to adopt solar energy, Iran has launched rooftop solar power plants for 22 ministries and state organizations, marking a significant step toward sustainable energy transition in the public sector.

Four intl. art academies launched in Tehran, Ramsar and Isfahan

TEHRAN – Iran’s cultural heritage sector has marked a significant milestone with the simultaneous inauguration of four specialized international art academies in the cities of Tehran, Ramsar and Isfahan.