Swedish envoy highlights role of expats, calls for stronger Iran-Sweden cultural ties

TEHRAN  – Sweden’s ambassador to Iran has said the Iranian community in Sweden plays a significant role in introducing Persian culture and identity, as he called for deeper cultural and artistic exchanges between Tehran and Stockholm.

Brotherly bonds, mutual understanding underline Iran–Tunisia relations, says Tunisian President

TEHRAN – Tunisian President Kais Saied has described relations between Iran and Tunisia as “brotherly,” emphasizing that they are built on mutual understanding, respect, and shared positions, during talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in Tunis on Wednesday.

Exclusive: New Iran-IAEA agreement removes agency’s pretexts, says nuclear physicist

TEHRAN – The Iranian government has decided to begin working with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) again. This means they are now exploring the specific steps required to allow the agency's inspectors to re-enter the country and resume their monitoring work.

Iran to participate in Guangzhou intl. fair to promote tourism

TEHRAN — Iran will take part in the Guangzhou International Travel Fair (CITIE 2025) in China from Sept. 12 to 14 to showcase its tourism potential internationally, a senior official said on Wednesday.

United Islamic action needed to confront Israel’s reckless behavior: Iran parliament speaker

TEHRAN – Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf said coordinated and united action by the Islamic world is the only effective way to counter the reckless behavior of the Zionist regime.

Iran decides to resume cooperation with IAEA

TEHRAN – Iran has decided to look for ways to allow International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) inspectors back into the country, after it suspended cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog back in July following U.S.-Israeli attacks on its nuclear sites.

By Soheila Zarfam 

Your statements are good, but not enough

Pezeshkian tells Arab states to do something about Israel’s growing aggression after two years of inaction

TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian spent much of his time at a conference marking the Islamic Unity Week in Tehran making general remarks about how unity among Muslims is important, and how cohesion will benefit all Muslim nations in the region. At one point though, he took a more firm and straightforward tone, asking regional states to do more than condemnation in addressing Israel’s unchecked violence in the region. 

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Meeting with a positive outlook

TEHRAN - Arman-e-Emrooz discussed the quarterly meeting A of the Board of Governors at the International Atomic Energy Agency that stated on Monday, writing: The meeting of the Board of Governors, which is being this month, is one of the most important events of the year in the area of nuclear diplomacy, because its main focus is to review the Iran nuclear file.

Iran unveils multiple satellite launch plans amid push for space self-reliance

TEHRAN – Iran has unveiled plans for a series of satellite launches in the second half of the current year, underscoring its determination to expand its domestic space program and reduce reliance on foreign technology.

Iran, Iraq sign 21-point cooperation agreement covering economy, security, and politics

TEHRAN – Iran and Iraq have formalized a comprehensive 21-point agreement aimed at enhancing cooperation across economic, political, and security sectors.

We won’t negotiate our missiles: Iran foreign ministry

TEHRAN – Iran has reaffirmed that its missile and defense capabilities are not subject to negotiation, even as it continues diplomatic engagement with Europe and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) amid heightened tensions over sanctions and nuclear safeguards.

Deploying tourism consultants on government priority

TEHRAN—Ministers of cultural heritage and foreign affairs have called formation of a joint committee, deploying tourism consultants, and easing investment as a strategic priority of the government.

Iran to showcase traditional arts at Bangkok diplomatic fair in November

TEHRAN - Iran will present traditional handicrafts and arts at the 70th YWCA Diplomatic Charity Bazaar in Bangkok from Nov. 6 to 9, the country’s cultural office in Thailand has said.

Sistan-Baluchestan: land of flavors, music, and living traditions

TEHRAN - Sistan-Baluchestan is more than just a geographical region on Iran’s map. It is a land of colors, music, flavors, and traditions, where a rich culture and history meet in everyday life.

Iran is a successful model of scientific, technological development: COMSTECH general coordinator

TEHRAN –Muhammad Iqbal Chaudhry, the coordinator general of the Standing Committee for Scientific and Technological Cooperation of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (COMSTECH), has highlighted Iran’s capacity in innovation and technology as one of the most successful countries in the world.

Tehran, Yerevan sign MOU on science

TEHRAN – Science Minister Hossein Simaei-Sarraf and his Armenian counterpart, Zhanna Andreasyan, signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) here on Monday to expand scientific cooperation between the two countries.

Iranian female scientist grabs Bionorica Phytoneering Award

TEHRAN – Roja Rahimi, a professor of Traditional Pharmacy at the School of Persian Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, has won the Bionorica Phytoneering Award 2025.

GII 2025 places Tehran 63rd among top 100 science and technology clusters

TEHRAN – The Global Innovation Index (GII) has ranked Tehran as the world’s 63rd-largest science and technology (S&T) cluster this year, according to a report released by the UN’s World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).

Europe’s ‘reckless course’ will only sideline it from future diplomacy: Araghchi

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has warned that Britain, France and Germany are jeopardizing their credibility and international standing by aligning with U.S. President Donald Trump’s strategy of maximum pressure on Tehran, urging the three to reconsider their approach before diplomacy is lost altogether.

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Iran's defense line on the international stage

TEHRAN - In an analysis, Sobh-e-No highlighted the pivotal role of Iran’s diplomatic apparatus, writing: Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi has played a central role in Iran's resistance diplomacy in recent months.

Espionage network linked to Mossad, MKO faces trial in Iran

TEHRAN – The Court of Alborz Province has begun hearings for four individuals accused of espionage and collaboration with the terrorist Mojahedin-e-Khalq Organization (MKO) and the Israeli regime.

Tehran warns of UN Charter violations amid US buildup in Caribbean

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has expressed solidarity with Venezuela in the face of rising tensions with the United States, denouncing Washington’s “unilateral and bullying” actions against independent nations.

Senior Iraqi cleric praises Iran’s success in war with Israel, calls for unity

TEHRAN – Seyed Ammar al-Hakim, leader of Iraq’s National Wisdom Movement (NWM), met with senior adviser to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ali Akbar Velayati, in Tehran to discuss strengthening bilateral relations and regional cooperation.

Iranian athletes urge UN to demand release of academic detained by France 

TEHRAN – A coalition of 165 Iranian women athletes has implored UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to intervene in the case of Mahdieh Esfandiari, an Iranian academic held in France. Detained since February for expressing solidarity with the people of Gaza, Esfandiari faces charges linked to social media posts.

Europe’s ‘reckless course’ will only sideline it from future diplomacy: Araghchi

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has warned that Britain, France and Germany are jeopardizing their credibility and international standing by aligning with U.S. President Donald Trump’s strategy of maximum pressure on Tehran, urging the three to reconsider their approach before diplomacy is lost altogether.

Tehran warns of UN Charter violations amid US buildup in Caribbean

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has expressed solidarity with Venezuela in the face of rising tensions with the United States, denouncing Washington’s “unilateral and bullying” actions against independent nations.

Iran calls for closer cultural, economic cooperation with Bashkortostan through handicrafts

TEHRAN — Iran’s deputy minister for handicrafts and traditional arts said on Saturday that handicrafts can serve as a tool for developing the creative economy and cultural diplomacy, proposing joint initiatives with Russia’s Republic of Bashkortostan.