On National Student day, Pezeshkian emphasizes unity

TEHRAN - President Masoud Pezeshkian has reiterated the critical importance of national unity and constructive dialogue to address the challenges confronting Iran.

“The Eyes and the Impossible” at Iranian bookstores

TEHRAN- A Persian translation of American writer Dave Eggers’s 2023 book “The Eyes and the Impossible” has recently been published by Milkan Publications in Tehran.

Over 40 Iranian books unveiled at non/fictio№27 in Moscow

TEHRAN – More than 40 new Iranian works translated into Russian were unveiled on Saturday evening at the non/fictio№27, the 27th International Book Fair for High-Quality Fiction & Non-Fiction in Moscow, Russia.

Tehran cultural center to host reading performance of “A Marriage Proposal”

TEHRAN- On Tuesday, Arasbaran Cultural Center in Tehran will host a reading performance of Anton Chekhov’s comic play “A Marriage Proposal”. 

"Terror Online" International Contest seeks to combat censorship of artworks on social media

TEHRAN - In recent years, unusual trends have emerged across social media. One such example is the systematic removal of figures of the Axis of Resistance from various platforms.

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UAE and the renewed dispute over three Iranian islands

TEHRAN - Shargh, in an analysis, addressed Abu Dhabi’s threat to file a case against the Islamic Republic at The Hague over the three Iranian islands in the Persian Gulf.

After 'war on global technology,' Iran pushes for advanced stealth missiles

TEHRAN - The commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has declared that enhancing the country's stealth-missile technology is a critical priority. He also issued a warning that any new Israeli aggression would be met with a response more severe than ever before.

Iran-Azerbaijan relations in focus as FM Araghchi travels to Baku

TEHRAN – The Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran has left Tehran for Baku.

MPs denounce 'terroristic' US threats in discussions with Venezuelan envoy

Ambassador says Iran and Venezuela share the same enemy  

TEHRAN – A group of Iranian parliamentarians have denounced the United States’ escalating threats against Venezuela.

Iranians appear to be growing impatient with UAE's recurring claims to Persian islands

TEHRAN – Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf has called on Iran's neighbors not to test the determination of the Iranian people in safeguarding the nation's territorial integrity, including the three Persian Gulf islands of Greater Tunb, Lesser Tunb, and Bu Musa, reiterating that they are "an integral part of Iran."

What Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman said at his weekly briefing

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesperson has addressed a wide range of regional and international issues, from U.S. visa restrictions for World Cup participants to tensions in the West Asia, underscoring Tehran’s positions on sovereignty, security, and diplomacy.

Tehran ready for dialogue, but only after US policy shift, Araghchi says

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Tehran remains unconvinced that the United States is prepared to engage in genuine and serious negotiations over the future of nuclear talks, while reaffirming that Tehran is ready to resume dialogue if the United States adopts a fair and balanced approach.

Coup attempt in Benin has been foiled, interior minister announces

A coup that was announced in Benin on Sunday has been “foiled,” AP reported, citing the country’s interior minister.

Alawite spiritual leader calls for strike against al-Jolani regime

The spiritual leader of the Alawite religious minority in Syria, Ghazal Ghazal, has called for a strike against the administration of Ahmad al-Sharaa (Abu Muhammad al-Jolani), one day ahead of the first anniversary of the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s government, The Cradle reported Sunday.

Handala names Iron Dome architects in devastating leak

TEHRAN – In another operation in its cyber campaign against Israel’s military establishment, the pro-Palestine hacking collective Handala has published the detailed identities of what it calls the “main architects” of the Iron Dome missile defense system.

National document for Iran’s cultural heritage declared

TEHRAN--President Masoud Pezeshkian, who is also chairman of the Supreme Council of the Cultural Revolution, declared the national document for cultural heritage, which is the result of cooperation between the country's scientific, cultural, and executive administrations.

Iran-Oman agreement boosts marine-based tourism, minister says

TEHRAN--Minister of Cultural Heritage Reza Salehi-Amiri announced the beginning of a new chapter in the marine-based economy given the recent agreement between Iran and Oman.

National conference reviews technology use in salvage archaeology for dam projects

TEHRAN - A national conference on the use of modern science and technology in salvage archaeology for major water and energy infrastructure projects was held in Tehran on Saturday.

Minister urges restoration of Arak bazaar ahead of possible UNESCO review

TEHRAN – Iran’s tourism minister said on Saturday that the historical bazaar of Arak requires urgent restoration work as the government pursues its possible inscription on UNESCO’s World Heritage list.

Elymaean rock carving discovered in southwest Iran

TEHRAN – A newly identified Elymaean rock carving has been discovered in the highlands of Kuh-e Manar in Andika, southwest Iran, according to the director of the Masjed Soleyman Cultural and Industrial Landscape National Base.

Rainfall drops by over 88% in long term

TEHRAN – Since the beginning of the current water year, September 23, until December 5, a total of 4.7 mm of rainfall has been recorded in the country, indicating an 88.4-percent decline from the long-term figure of 40.2 mm, according to the Meteorological Organization.

Iran explores potential to develop health ties with Africa

TEHRAN – The ministries of health and foreign affairs, in a virtual meeting with Iranian ambassadors and attachés in Africa, have discussed ways to promote cooperation with African countries in the health sector.

Iranian experts convene at MAHAK for SIOP Asia Meet-up 2025

TEHRAN - MAHAK Charity Institute hosted the 2025 SIOP Asia Meet-up on December 4, 2025, at its headquarters in Tehran, bringing together leading experts, researchers, and representatives of major scientific societies for a focused discussion on the future of pediatric oncology in Iran.