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Yesterday 21:12
By Batool Subeiti
The constants and variables in the political dynamics of West Asia
LONDON — The policy of the West Asia region is drawn based on political dynamics. These are either constants that are not subject to change or variables. This is especially with regard to the political situation in Lebanon and Syria, and the regional or international sponsorship of political directions.
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Yesterday 21:09
America cannot turn a failed policy into a winning card
In the latest act of the failed “maximum pressure” policy, Donald Trump has now spoken of launching the most severe economic operation in history against Iran, aiming to open a new front against Iran’s economy. Washington is attempting to isolate Iran economically by threatening countries, banks, and companies that cooperate with Tehran.
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2026/08/22
By Laiba Shahid
From broken promises to open war: The contradictions of Trump’s Iran policy
Islamabad — There is a rhythm to Donald Trump’s approach toward Iran. A warning is issued. Markets react. Military assets move into position. Diplomats search for an opening. Then, just as confrontation appears inevitable, Washington steps back.
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Yesterday 21:07
Georgia rejects EU sanctions against Iran, prioritizes sovereignty and pragmatism
TEHRAN — In a firm declaration of its independent foreign policy, Georgia has officially refused to align with the European Union’s latest coercive sanctions imposed on Iran. The decision reflects a growing trend among nations refusing to blindly follow Western economic pressure tactics at the expense of their own national interests.
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Yesterday 21:07
Iran's defense surges as US war machine crumbles
Iran’s Defense Ministry says production of strategic military equipment tripled during the latest US-Israeli war
TEHRAN — In the face of American military and economic pressure, Iran continues to systematically fortify its defensive and offensive capabilities. As the US and Israel confront a strategic impasse in their military campaigns, Iran’s defense industry is expanding rapidly, demonstrating the resilience of a self-reliant nation.
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Yesterday 21:05
Hashminejad: Iran has endured the bitter reality of terrorism for decades
TEHRAN — Iran has endured the devastating consequences of terrorism for decades, with attacks targeting civilians, officials and critical infrastructure, said Mohammad Javad Hashminejad, secretary-general of the Habilian Foundation, at a ceremony commemorating the victims of terrorism.
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Yesterday 20:55
Iran will prevail over economic terrorism, Khatibzadeh says
TEHRAN — Iran will overcome 'economic terrorism' through national resilience and coordinated government action, Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh said, accusing Western countries of pursuing a failed strategy of pressure and sanctions against the Islamic Republic.
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Yesterday 20:46
Qatar approves Iranian expert team’s access to captured pilots, Iran says
TEHRAN — Qatar has agreed to allow an Iranian expert team to meet with Iranian pilots being held in the Arab country, a military official said, as Tehran continues efforts to determine their condition and secure their return.
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Yesterday 17:48
Iran, South Africa seek closer tourism cooperation through private-sector ties
TEHRAN – Iran and South Africa have discussed expanding tourism cooperation through stronger private-sector ties, joint marketing initiatives and a framework for implementing bilateral projects.
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Yesterday 17:47
Tehran, New Delhi seek stronger tourism co-op
TEHRAN – Iran and India have discussed closer tourism cooperation, stronger air links, private-sector partnerships, joint UNESCO nominations and expanded medical tourism.
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Yesterday 15:47
Iran’s healthcare services to foreign nationals beyond commitments
TEHRAN – Highlighting Iran’s generosity in hosting foreign nationals, the head of the non-communicable diseases office at the health ministry has said the country provides services to foreign nationals beyond its commitments.
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Yesterday 15:46
Iran, China to support implementation of joint research projects
TEHRAN – The Iran National Science Foundation (INSF) and the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) will support the implementation of the second joint specialized workshops with the aim of developing science diplomacy, fostering research networking, and exchanging technical knowledge.
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Yesterday 15:44
DOE hosts national conference on industry, mining, green services
TEHRAN – The Department of Environment (DOE) played host to the 25th national conference on industry, mining, and green industry on Saturday.
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Yesterday 15:42
University of Tehran rolls out national atlas of dust
TEHRAN – The International Desert Research Center at the University of Tehran, in cooperation with the Geological Survey and Mineral Exploration of Iran, has released the country’s first comprehensive atlas of dust after more than a decade of research.
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2026-08-21 19:37
Kayhan: The time has come for America to leave West Asia
Kayhan, in an article, points to the desperation of the United States in its war with Iran. Six months have passed since the US and Israel launched their war against Iran, but Iran fought not only the United States but also NATO members, regional states, and Israel, and forced them all to their knees through steadfast resistance.
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2026-08-21 19:36
Iran modernizing defense industry in response to US-Israeli aggression: Defense Ministry
TEHRAN — Iran's Defense Ministry has announced that the country is comprehensively modernizing its defense industry in the wake of the recent wars launched by the US and Israel. In an official statement issued on Thursday, the ministry declared that these conflict periods “were an opportunity to gain a more precise understanding of capabilities, reveal new needs, and chart the path for the future. We have learned never to stop.”
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2026-08-21 19:34
Mourners demand vengeance for martyred Leader at 40th-day memorials across Iran
TEHRAN — A monumental series of nationwide commemorations marking the 40th day since the burial of the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, has concluded following solemn and powerful gatherings. Across Tehran and the holy cities of Qom and Mashhad, vast cross-sections of citizens alongside high-ranking civil and military officials gathered to honor the late Leader's profound legacy, displaying unprecedented national resilience and unwavering solidarity with the Islamic Republic.
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2026-08-21 19:34
Iran’s top generals warn of ‘devastating’ response to any threat
TEHRAN —Iran’s top military commanders have warned that the country is prepared to respond with “crushing, deterrent and devastating” force to any threat or miscalculation by its adversaries, as Tehran continues to emphasize the growing self-reliance of its defense industry.
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2026-08-21 19:33
President Pezeshkian: Iran will never bow to bullying
TEHRAN — Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian declared on Friday that the Islamic Republic will never capitulate to foreign coercion, vowing a decisive and crushing response against any aggression aimed at compromising the nation's sovereignty and dignity.
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2026-08-21 19:32
Trump’s ‘economic D-Day’ will turn into ‘dud day’
China rejects Trump’s economic pressure on Iran, while Russia warns the US has chosen the wrong way
TEHRAN — As the unprovoked war launched by the United States and Israel against Iran approaches its six-month mark, Washington is confronting diminishing weapon stockpiles, a stalled aggression campaign, and growing domestic political distress ahead of crucial US midterm elections that will decide control of Congress.
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2026-08-21 19:28
Iran calls for binding treaty to prevent an arms race in outer space
TEHRAN- Iran has called for the immediate start of negotiations on a comprehensive, legally binding international treaty to prevent an arms race in outer space, warning that the growing militarization of space poses a serious threat to international security and the peaceful use of space technologies.
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2026-08-21 17:39
Iran urges BRICS to build resilient and sustainable tourism sector
TEHRAN – Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts has called for a new definition of resilience in tourism, saying the sector should help connect nations, revive hope, support communities and contribute to lasting peace.
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2026-08-21 17:39
Iranian, Turkish officials discuss ways to diversify tourism flows
TEHRAN – Officials from Iran and Turkey has recently discussed broaden tourism cooperation by moving beyond a focus on a handful of well-known destinations and promoting the diverse attractions of their provinces to each other’s markets.
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2026-08-21 17:38
Changiz Sheykhli, ‘father of Iranian caving,’ dies at 99
TEHRAN – Changiz Sheykhli, the pioneering figure who founded Iran’s modern caving and speleology movement, died on Wednesday, August 20, in Karaj at age 99, following a period of illness.
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2026-08-21 15:46
Health ministry, WHO hold second workshop on applying PHC Operational Framework
TEHRAN – The Ministry of Health and Medical Education and the World Health Organization (WHO) Country Office in Iran have organized the second capacity-building workshop to strengthen the capacity of primary health care (PHC), targeting the health staff who had been unable to attend the first workshop on July 26.
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2026-08-21 15:45
Iran ranks first in key scientific output among Islamic countries
TEHRAN - Iran ranks first among Islamic nations in key fields of scientific output such as quantum science, cognitive sciences, artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and advanced materials, the head of the Presidential Affairs Office at the Islamic World Science Citation Center (ISC) has announced.
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2026-08-21 15:42
Iranian, Iraqi universities sign MOU to foster scientific interactions
TEHRAN – Mazandaran University and Iraq’s Wasit University have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to expand international scientific cooperation.
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2026-08-21 15:41
DOE aims to bolster environmental ties with Indonesia
TEHRAN – The head of the Department of Environment (DOE), Shina Ansari, and his Indonesian counterpart, Mohammad Jumhur Hidayat, have discussed ways to promote environmental cooperation.
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2026-08-20 11:05
90 earthquakes hit Iran in a week
TEHRAN – A total of 90 earthquakes have been recorded across the country in a week from August 8th to 14th, according to the seismological networks of the Institute of Geophysics of the University of Tehran.
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2026-08-20 11:03
Mazandaran University to host Iran-China Science Day
TEHRAN – Mazandaran University is scheduled to play host to Iran-China Science Day, an official with the science ministry has said.