Hakim Says Popular Mobilization Forces Are Central to Iraq’s Security

Ammar al-Hakim, leader of Iraq’s National Wisdom Movement, said the Popular Mobilization Forces play a pivotal role in protecting the country, crediting the group’s sacrifices for Iraq’s liberation from extremist threats.

Former Iran coach Salehnia passes away

TEHRAN – Former Iran national football team coach Bahman Salehnia passed away on Thursday.

IAF to screen 1926 silent fantasy film “Faust”

TEHRAN-The Iranian Artists Forum (IAF) in Tehran will show the restored version of the 1926 silent fantasy film “Faust” directed by Friedrich Wilhelm Murnau on Friday.

“The Thing Around Your Neck” presented in audio format for Persian audience

TEHRAN- The audio version of the Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s book “The Thing Around Your Neck” has recently become available for Persian listeners. 

Imam Reza graphic festival highlights resistance and solidarity with Palestine

TEHRAN- The primary focus of the judging process of the works participated at the 9th edition of Imam Reza graphic festival is on themes of fighting oppression, confronting imperialism, and defending the oppressed—particularly the people of Gaza, one of the organizers has announced. 

Conductor Rahbari to perform “Persia, Concerto for Two Tars” again in Saint Petersburg

TEHRAN-Renowned Iranian composer and conductor Ali (Alexander) Rahbari will perform “Persia, Concerto for Two Tars” for a second time at the world-famous Mariinsky Opera and Concert Hall in Saint Petersburg, Russia, in June.

High-profile Mossad agent linked to terrorist operations in Iran executed: Judiciary

TEHRAN – Iran’s Judiciary has announced the execution of Mohsen Langarneshin, a Mossad-linked agent who had an important role in orchestrating terrorist operations on Iranian soil.

Iranian VP, Sudanese minister pledge enhanced cooperation against regional challenges 

TEHRAN – Iran’s First Vice President Mohammad-Reza Aref hailed the reactivation of Iranian and Sudanese embassies as a “promising start” to deepening bilateral cooperation during a meeting with Sudan’s Industry Minister Mahasen Ali Yaqoub in Tehran on Wednesday.

TEHRAN PAPERS

Cooperation with IAEA is a step toward building trust with Europe

TEHRAN - In a note, Shargh addressed Iran’s proposal to hold a meeting with the European troika in Rome and said: The presence of the International Atomic Energy Agency’s technical team in Tehran, which was announced with Iran’s proposal for negotiations with Europe, shows Tehran’s determination to answer the Agency’s technical questions and control the tension with the European troika (France, Britain and Germany).

US tells ICJ that law allows Israel to attack UN agencies

A U.S. official addressing the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on Wednesday defended Israel's attacks on United Nations agencies in Gaza as potentially lawful, as Israel's full ban on humanitarian aid to the enclave nears two months. 

Israel has detained 49 Palestinian journalists since 7 October

Israeli forces have detained 49 Palestinian journalists since 7 October 2023, following Tuesday’s arrest of Ali Al-Samoudi from Jenin.

Turkey to allow Netanyahu's plane to use its airspace

Turkey will allow the use of its airspace for the plane of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who will visit Azerbaijan on May 7, Report News Agency said.

Iran’s top security official in Brazil for high-level BRICS talks

TEHRAN – Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC), Ali Akbar Ahmadian, has arrived in Brazil to participate in key discussions with fellow BRICS member states, as the group of emerging economies moves to deepen political, economic, and security cooperation.

Fourth round of Iran-U.S. talks set for Rome after E3meeting: Araghchi

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced that the fourth round of indirect talks between Tehran and Washington on the Islamic Republic’s nuclear program will take place in Rome this Saturday, with Oman once again mediating the negotiations.

20 new satellites under development as Iran ramps up private sector role in space program

TEHRAN – Iran is currently developing around 20 new satellites through joint public-private partnerships, marking a major shift in the country’s space strategy toward private sector leadership, according to the head of the Iranian Space Agency (ISA).

Top commander highlights naval advances, says IRGC builds missile boat with speed of 116 knots

TEHRAN – A top commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says that Iran now builds a missile boat capable of reaching speeds of 116 knots (215 km/h), marking a new milestone in the country’s naval capabilities.

Massive wildfires near Jerusalem al-Quds

Dark plumes of smoke billowed above highways near Jerusalem al-Quds on Wednesday as rapidly spreading wildfires caused several injuries and prompted military minister Israel Katz to declare the situation a "national emergency".

Chogan, the horse-riding game of Persian heritage, to be revived in Naqsh-e Jahan Square

TEHRAN--Isfahan Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts Department and Isfahan Municipality are preparing plans to hold Chogan, a traditional horse-riding game accompanied by music and storytelling, in Naqsh-e Jahan Square, said director general of the department.

Baraghan eyes label of World Best Tourism Villages, holds culinary festivals

TEHRAN--Following measures for completing the dossier of Baraghan village in Alborz province as a nominee to be on the World Best Tourism Villages list, the villagers held a cuisine tourism festival with a focus on Baraghan plum and hosted tourists and culture lovers.

Shiraz citizen donates prehistorical relics to cultural heritage department

TEHRAN--Samad Rohaninejad, a citizen from Shiraz, Fars province, donated an exquisite collection including 176 ancient objects to Fars Cultural Heritage Department and took a great step in preserving the cultural heritage of the province.

Herding and hunting: National Museum study paints picture of Iron Age life

TEHRAN - A study by researchers from the National Museum of Iran has unveiled new insights into animal exploitation patterns during the Iron Age in Gilan province, which is bounded by the Caspian Sea, north of the country.