By Xavier Villar 

How Europe caused a diplomatic fallout with Iran, and how it can undo it

MADRID – In the ongoing indirect negotiations between Iran and the United States to reach a new nuclear agreement, a significant absence stands out compared to the talks that led to the landmark JCPOA: the absence of European countries. 

Cries for Palestine echo worldwide amid Gaza war

TEHRAN - Mass demonstrations in support of Gaza and against the ongoing Israeli assault have taken place in cities across the world, including in Indonesia, France, Germany, Denmark, the United Kingdom, Italy, the Netherlands, and Japan. 

The world is watching: Global outcry grows over Gaza war

TEHRAN - Mass demonstrations erupted across the globe as tens of thousands of people rallied in solidarity with Gaza, demanding an end to the genocidal acts against the Palestinian people.

US could cancel ‘almost all’ NATO funding

The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump is considering a budget proposal that would eliminate “almost all funding for international organizations like the United Nations and NATO,” the New York Times reported on Monday, citing officials and an internal memo.

Global voices unite for Gaza in mass demonstrations

TEHRAN - As the atrocities in Gaza go unabated, rallies are spreading across the globe with thousands gathering to express solidarity and demand an end to violence. These demonstrations reflect a growing international outcry against Israel’s barbaric acts in Gaza.

Tesla’s Europe sales collapse as anti-Musk backlash grows

Tesla's downward spiral is turning into a rout, with its share of European electric car sales falling by 58 percent in the first two months of this year, dropping from 18.4 percent in 2024 to 7.7 percent for the same period this year, according to data from JATO Dynamics, an auto consulting firm.

Bullying governments want negotiations to impose their will: Leader

TEHRAN – When bullying governments insist on negotiations, it's a calculated move to impose their will, not a genuine attempt to solve problems, said Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, as U.S President Donald Trump continues to express willingness to engage in talks with Iran despite keeping sanctions in place. 

Merz calls for 'step by step' independence from US

Germany's next leader, Friedrich Merz, has issued a stark warning to Europe that the United States has become "largely indifferent" to the continent's fate and it must become independent.

Europe to be excluded from Russia-Ukraine peace talks, US envoy confirms

Europe will be excluded from talks aimed at ending Russia’s war in Ukraine, the United States lead Ukraine envoy said.

Isfahan to host 100 tour experts from around world

TEHRAN - The historic city of Isfahan is set to host a major international tourism event titled "100 Tour Operators in Half of the World" from February 19 to 23.

JCPOA talks depend on changes in other parties' behavior, says Iran deputy FM

TEHRAN – Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs, Kazem Gharibabadi, has reaffirmed the country’s willingness to resume negotiations aimed at lifting sanctions, provided other parties demonstrate readiness for constructive dialogue.

Iranian airline to launch direct flights to Paris, other European cities amid sanctions

TEHRAN - Iran Airtour, a private Iranian airline, has announced it will begin direct flights from Tehran to several European destinations, with Paris being the first city on its new route.

Centuries-old carpets and a mystery unveiled at Golestan Palace

TEHRAN – In an unveiling ceremony held at the iconic Shams-ol-Emareh edifice within the UNESCO-registered Golestan Palace, researchers presented 20 historical carpets selected from a collection some of which shed light on a long-standing mystery surrounding the palace’s architectural history.

Sanctions snapback will be met with firm response, Iran warns Europe 

TEHRAN – Iran's UN Ambassador Amir Saeed Iravani issued a strong warning to European JCPOA signatories, threatening a firm response to any attempt to reinstate UN sanctions. 

Iran to hold talks with European powers on regional and nuclear issues

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmail Baqaei announced on Sunday that a meeting of deputy foreign ministers from Iran, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom is scheduled for Friday, December 9. The discussions will focus on a wide array of bilateral, regional, and international issues, he said.

European cyclists promote peace, echo Iran’s safety, official says

TEHRAN - Iran is currently hosting a group of European motorcyclist tourists, known as “international peace ambassadors,” in a symbolic event that reflects the country’s high level of security and hospitality on the global stage, a tourism official has said.

Pezeshkian says U.S., Europe backing a 'savage regime' 

TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has severely criticized the U.S. and European governments, accusing them of supporting a "savage" Zionist regime that operates with impunity. 

Intl. conference on Silk Road heritage scheduled in Kerman

TEHRAN – Iran’s Research Institute for Cultural Heritage and Tourism is set to host an international conference on the Silk Road’s cultural heritage in the ancient city of Kerman, southern Iran.

By Soheila Zarfam 

Serious warning to ‘gang of criminals’

Pezeshkian tells Macron war on Lebanon would be a colossal blunder with heavy consequences for Israel

TEHRAN – An Israeli war against Lebanon would be a grave mistake with serious consequences, Iran’s President warned during a telephone conversation with his French counterpart Emanuel Macron.

Europe must act independently from U.S. to strengthen ties with Iran: spox

TEHRAN – Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani has addressed what he considers a lack of “necessary dynamism” in relations between Iran and Europe, urging European states to chart a course independent from Washington in order to forge closer ties with Iran.

Amnesty: European governments suppress peaceful protests

The right to peaceful assembly in Europe is facing severe and systematic challenges as governments increasingly "stigmatize, criminalize, and crack down" on protesters, according to a new report by Amnesty International on Wednesday.