Iran climb one spot to 20th in FIFA Ranking

TEHRAN – Iran climbed one spot up to 20th in the latest FIFA World Ranking released on Wednesday.

Sociologist warns 'narrative war' is critical next phase following June war

TEHRAN – The recent U.S.-Israeli military aggression against Iran has ended, but a more complex battle over national narrative and social cohesion is just beginning, a leading sociologist told an academic conference at the University of Tehran on Wednesday.

Academics analyze social dimensions of Resistance in Tehran conference 

TEHRAN – At a conference titled "Resistance as a Social Phenomenon" held at the University of Tehran on November 19, 2025, Iranian sociologists presented data indicating robust public support for the concept of Resistance and analyzed its evolving role in domestic and international spheres.

Tehran sociologist presents data on strong domestic support for Resistance

TEHRAN – Dr. Hamed Haji Heidari, a prominent sociologist at the University of Tehran, used a major academic conference on Wednesday to present extensive data suggesting strong public backing in Iran for the Resistance policy, while also critiquing Western conceptual frameworks he argued obscure objective analysis.

Elly Griffiths’ “The Postscript Murders” published in Persian

TEHRAN – The Persian translation of the book “The Postscript Murders” written by Elly Griffiths has been released in the bookstores across Iran.

Iranian short film “Taji” competing in 38th Foyle Film Festival

TEHRAN – The Iranian short film “Taji” written, directed, and produced by Mahdi Borjian is competing in the 38th Foyle Film Festival in Londonderry, Northern Island, which kicked off on Wednesday and will run until November 30.

Tehran cultural center screens “Gifted”

TEHRAN- “Gifted”, a 2017 drama film by American filmmaker Marc Webb, went on screen at the Arasbaran Cultural Center in Tehran on Wednesday. 

Leader’s commendation for “Lady Moon” unveiled in Shiraz

TEHRAN- On Wednesday, in tandem with Iran’s Book Week, the unveiling ceremony of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei’s commendation for the book "Lady Moon" was held at Vahdat Hall in Shiraz.

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Will MBS become ambassador of peace between Iran and US?

TEHRAN - Arman-e-Emrooz says to understand why achieving a nuclear agreement with Iran should, at least from the Saudi perspective, be a central part of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s meeting with the Trump administration, we must revisit the end of this June’s war between Iran and Israel.

Iran, Jordan warn Gaza crisis deepening as Israel continues ceasefire violations

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Jordan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi have reviewed the worsening humanitarian situation in Gaza and discussed the implications of the newly adopted UN Security Council resolution.

Tehran dispatches first Sunni ambassador under President Pezeshkian's administration for Bangladesh

TEHRAN – Jalil Rahimi Jahanabadi, the new Ambassador to Bangladesh and the first Sunni ambassador appointed under Iran’s 14th government, met with the Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to outline his proposed agenda for his mission in Dhaka.

By Mohammad Javad Arvili, Iranian Writer and Journalist

Oman marks National Day with celebration of stability and distinct national identity

Each year on this day, the Sultanate of Oman pauses before a sweeping historical canvas, commemorating the founding of the Al Bu Said state 281 years ago — the state that laid the foundations of a stable, prosperous, and regionally influential nation.

Tehran condemns UN Gaza resolution over violation of Palestinian rights

TEHRAN – Iran has expressed serious concern over the provisions of UN Security Council Resolution 2803 on Gaza, saying a major part of the resolution’s text runs counter to the legitimate rights of Palestinian people.

Implementation begins for Iran’s new law supporting citizens abroad

TEHRAN – Iran has begun implementing a newly approved law designed to strengthen support for Iranians living overseas, after the president formally communicated the legislation to all relevant ministries and national institutions.

ICCIMA chief urges France to expand cooperation in non-sanctioned sectors

TEHRAN – The head of Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture (ICCIMA) called for broader economic engagement with France in non-sanctioned sectors such as agriculture, water and pharmaceuticals during a meeting with the French ambassador in Tehran, saying commercial ties could help ease political constraints between the two countries.

Kohak project an example of effective co-op between S. Korea, Iran: South Korean ambassador

TEHRAN- South Korean Ambassador to Iran, Kim Junpyo, emphasized the continuation of cooperation with Iran in environmental and social projects, and stated that the implementation of the "Kohak" rural wastewater project in Sistan-Baluchestan province is a successful example of effective and friendly cooperation between South Korea and Iran.

Tehran, Beijing outline housing cooperation roadmap ahead of planned MOU

TEHRAN – Iran’s Transport and Urban Development Ministry said officials from Tehran and Beijing have begun drafting a housing and construction cooperation roadmap that is expected to form the basis of a bilateral memorandum of understanding (MOU) to be signed during the Iranian president’s upcoming visit to China.