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Giving opportunity to Europe is a mistake

TEHRAN - In an interview with the Jam-e-Jam newspaper, former diplomat Alireza Sheikh Attar address Europe's hostility toward Iran, believing that negotiating with them is fruitless.

‘Delusional’ and ‘ridiculous’: Iran rejects claim of kidnapping plot against Belgian politician

TEHRAN – Iran's mission to the EU in Brussels has labeled as "delusional" the allegations made by a Belgian parliamentarian, Darya Safai, concerning an alleged Iranian plot to abduct her through Turkey. 

Legal action against US-Israeli aggression underway: Iran deputy FM

TEHRAN — A senior Iranian official has reaffirmed the Islamic Republic’s commitment to legally pursue the recent US-Israeli attacks on Iranian territory, calling them clear violations of international law and human rights.

Pezeshkian, Maduro vow strategic deepening as allies mark 75 years of solidarity

TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and his Venezuelan counterpart Nicolás Maduro solidified their nations’ strategic alliance in a late Tuesday phone call, vowing to deepen cooperation across all sectors while condemning the recent Israeli campaign of aggression on Iranian sovereignty.

‘We defended our land with resolve:’ Qalibaf takes Iran’s case to Geneva forum

TEHRAN – Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Baqer Qalibaf delivered a searing critique of Western-backed Israeli aggression and the regime’s Gaza genocide at the 6th World Conference of Speakers of Parliament (WCSP), while simultaneously showcasing Iran’s diplomatic resilience through strategic bilateral engagements.

‘Strategic priority’, Iran says committed to broadening ties with Tajikistan

FM Araghchi received warmly by high-ranking officials in Dushanbe

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has highlighted Tehran’s commitment to expanding relations with Dushanbe, emphasizing that Iran views cooperation with Tajikistan as a strategic priority.

‘The accusations are politically motivated’: Iran says it’s not involved in Gaza talks

TEHRAN – Iran has firmly rejected recent accusations by the U.S. President Donald Trump claiming Tehran interfered in ongoing ceasefire negotiations over Gaza, describing the allegations as "completely unfounded" and politically motivated.

No trust in US or Israel, full readiness to repel any aggression: Iran top military chief

TEHRAN – Iran's top military commander has reiterated the Islamic Republic’s total lack of trust in the United States and the Israeli regime, affirming that the country remains fully prepared to respond decisively to any renewed acts of aggression.

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Serious doubts about E3 sincerity

TEHRAN - In an analysis, the Shargh newspaper analyzed the new round of negotiations between Iran and the European troika (Britain, France, and Germany) in Istanbul on Friday, July 25, and wrote: This round of negotiations was an opportunity to revive diplomacy and remove obstacles to a (possible new) nuclear agreement.

Officials declare Iran ready: Countermeasures primed for potential snapback activation

TEHRAN – Senior Iranian officials declared on Monday the Islamic Republic’s unequivocal readiness to confront the reimposition of United Nations sanctions, emphasizing strategic resilience against Western pressure.

‘21st-century Nazis’ must be stopped, says Iran parliament speaker at Geneva conference

TEHRAN — Speaking at the 6th World Conference of Speakers of Parliament in Geneva, Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf condemned Israel’s actions in Gaza as genocide, warning that the world is witnessing the rise of “21st-century Nazis” who must be stopped before humanity is engulfed by a tide of injustice.

Araghchi warns Iran will make sure Trump can't censor consequences of a new war

FM adds nuclear deal may still be possible if US genuinely chooses diplomacy

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi declared Monday that Tehran would render future retaliation "impossible to cover up" if the United States repeats military aggression, while simultaneously affirming Iran’s openness to a negotiated nuclear deal.

Leader at a ceremony attended by families of Israeli war's victims: 

Iran will not cede its religion and knowledge

TEHRAN – Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says Iran will persist in its progress across multiple sectors and that Western pressure will not deter the nation from the independent course it established over 46 years ago. 

Iranian students bag 4 medals at IEO 2025

TEHRAN – Iran won two silver medals and two bronze medals at the Eighth International Economics Olympiad (IEO) 2025, which was held from July 20 to 29, in Baku, Azerbaijan.

Iran determined to eradicate hepatitis C by March 2027

TEHRAN –The health ministry has set goals to eliminate hepatitis C in the country by the Iranian year 1405 (March 2026-March 2027) through precise planning and broad participation of different sectors, the deputy health minister Alireza Raeisi has said.

Over 15 cities in Iran become age-friendly

TEHRAN –So far, 16 cities in the country have taken necessary measures to develop age-friendly communities, the head of the Welfare Organization has said.

Iran among top ten countries in publishing nano-tech articles

TEHRAN – Having published a total of 4,615 articles in top 25 percent of journals (Q1 journals) in 2024, Iran is placed among top ten countries in publishing nanotechnology articles, ranking 12 in h-index for nano-articles in the world.

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Saudi Arabia's meaningful decision

TEHRAN - In its analysis, Shargh explored Saudi Arabia’s refusal to supply THAAD missile interceptors to Israel, following a U.S. request during the Iran-Israel war in June.

Judiciary chief vows swift justice after deadly terror attack in SE Iran

TEHRAN – Iran’s Judiciary Chief, Gholamhossein Mohseni Eje’i, has called for the immediate identification, prosecution, and punishment of all individuals involved in the recent terrorist attack on the Zahedan courthouse, which left several civilians dead, including a child.

Iran successfully tests key subsystems on Nahid-2 satellite

TEHRAN – Iran has successfully tested the rotational stabilization subsystem of its Nahid-2 satellite, marking another milestone in the satellite’s ongoing in-orbit testing and evaluation process, according to the Iranian Space Agency (ISA).

Tehran, Kabul commit to facilitating return of undocumented Afghan nationals residing in Iran

TEHRAN – Iran and Afghanistan are continuing high-level talks on facilitating the voluntary return of Afghan nationals residing in Iran, as part of broader efforts to enhance bilateral cooperation in border management and consular affairs.

Joint parliamentary session with president focuses on enhancing Iran’s defense budget

TEHRAN – The spokesperson for the National Security and Foreign Policy Committee in Iran’s Parliament, Ebrahim Rezaei, announces that in a joint meeting with President Masoud Pezeshkian, members of the committee emphasized the imperative of prioritizing the armed forces and enhancing the country’s defensive capabilities in the upcoming year’s budget.

Iran details intelligence fight against Western-Israeli alliance during 12-day war

Citizens helped thwart terrorism, infiltration, separatism, and espionage

TEHRAN – Iran's Ministry of Intelligence published a statement on Monday detailing some of its operations launched to counter U.S.-Israeli plots during the 12-day war that broke out in June.

Iran says no talks with US until Iranian interests met

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei rejected renewed nuclear negotiations with the United States during a press briefing on Monday, declaring Tehran has "no plans" for diplomacy until Washington fundamentally changes its behavior and provides ironclad guarantees against aggression.

War veteran’s martyrdom marks 1,065 lives lost in Israeli war against Iran

TEHRAN – Ali Kabari, a Basiji fighter severely wounded during Iran’s defensive operations against the Israeli regime’s 12-day aggression, has succumbed to his injuries after a 42-day struggle.

By Salman Parviz

Power cuts, water shortage amid scorching summer

TEHRAN -- With an unprecedented decline in rainfall, severe drops in dam levels, and diminished underground water, Iran entered its fifth consecutive year of drought. Some areas in Tehran are experiencing water cuts of up to 12 hours. The situation is exacerbated by climate change, which is caused by global warming.