10 beautiful cities you should visit during travel to Iran

TEHRAN--Iran stands out as a land where urban life is deeply intertwined with centuries of history, spirituality, and stunning natural diversity.

Turkmen bloggers to be in Iran's free zones to introduce tourist attractions

TEHRAN—A joint meeting was held between the Ambassador of the Republic of Turkmenistan and the Deputy Head of the Secretariat of Free Zones High Council, in which agreements were reached to develop cultural and tourism interactions between the free and special economic zones of Iran and Turkmenistan. It was decided to plan for the presence of Turkmen bloggers and influencers in Iran's free zones to introduce the tourist attractions of these areas in the cyberspace.

Visit to museums free for teenagers during November 6-7

TEHRAN—Visiting all museums and cultural-historical collections in the country will be free for teenagers and their parents on Thursday and Friday (November 6-7), said Deputy Cultural Heritage Minister Ali Darabi.

17th Kerman’s Handicrafts Exhibition inaugurated

TEHRAN--The 17th Kerman’s Handicrafts Exhibition was opened at the permanent location of Kerman International Exhibitions, southeast of Iran, on the evening of Tuesday, in the presence of the inspector of Cultural Heritage Ministry’s Handicrafts Department, the governor-general, the provincial handicrafts chief, and with the participation of artists from various provinces.

Iran shines at Malaysia’s Culture and Food Exhibition

TEHRAN--An exhibition showcasing Iranian culture and art was held in the heart of Malaysia, where Iran earned a top ranking among 45 participating countries.

Saffron harvest in northeastern Iran

The saffron harvest season in Farouj County, North Khorasan Province, begins in late October and usually continues until late November.

DOE chief to attend COP30 in Brazil

TEHRAN – The head of the Department of Environment (DOE), Shina Ansari, will participate in the 2025 United Nations Climate Change Conference, known as the 30th Conference of the Parties (COP30), which is scheduled to be held in Belém, Brazil, from November 6 to 21.

FAO awards GIAHS certificate to Qazvin's Baghestan

TEHRAN – The ancient traditional gardens of Qazvin (Baghestan) has received the Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS) certificate awarded by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).

UNICEF helps strengthen Iran's emergency health response

TEHRAN – In an effort to ensure Iran’s health system is strong and ready to protect everyone, especially the most vulnerable, when a crisis strikes, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has procured portable tents and rapid-response backpacks.

Over 1.4 million people donate blood in 7 months  

TEHRAN – A total of 1,435,183 Iranians donated blood in the first seven months of the current Iranian year, which started on March 21, according to an official with the Blood Transfusion Organization.

TEHRAN PAPERS

Why are multiple mediators active simultaneously?

TEHRAN - Sobh-e-No analyzed the simultaneous activation of regional mediators to broker dialogue between Iran and the U.S. again.

IRGC Chief says force more prepared than during 12-day war

TEHRAN – The Commander-in-Chief of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) says the force’s current level of preparedness is “far higher” than during the 12-day war, describing the IRGC as being at the peak of its strength and readiness.

Iran Parliament speaker to depart for Pakistan

TEHRAN – Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf is to leave for Pakistan on Wednesday, leading a high-ranking delegation, ‘as part of efforts to deepen political and economic ties between the two neighboring countries.

Iran, Pakistan pledge closer military ties at maritime expo in Karachi

TEHRAN – Iran and Pakistan’s defense and military capabilities complement one another, a senior Iranian military official said Tuesday, emphasizing that both neighbors are committed to expanding cooperation to confront shared threats from the West and Israel.

Iranian president lauds domestic technological breakthroughs

TEHRAN – The Iranian president has commended the country’s achievements in advanced and cutting-edge technologies, calling for the enhancement of quality and export of innovative products by knowledge-based companies.

‘BRICS should capitalize on IRCS expertise’

TEHRAN – Marco Fernandes, the Brazilian representative at BRICS Civil Council, has highlighted the need to benefit from the experiences and knowledge of the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS).

DOE attends Lebanon, Azerbaijan conferences on combating SDSs, climate change

TEHRAN – The Department of Environment (DOE) has participated in international conferences in Lebanon and Azerbaijan, expounding on activities to deal with sand and dust storms and climate change.

DCHQ, UNICEF co-op to prevent addiction among children

TEHRAN –  Brigadier General Hossein Zolfaqari, Secretary General of the Iranian Drug Control Headquarters (DCHQ), and Dorina Andreev-Jitaro, United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Representative in Iran, have underscored the need for developing educational programs to prevent addiction among children and teenagers.

Iran hosts annual meeting on Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria 

TEHRAN –The annual meeting on the Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria was held from October 29 to 31 in Sari, Mazandaran Province, both in person and online.

Khorramabad to host specialized exhibition on off-road tourism

TEHRAN — A specialized exhibition of off-road tourism and related equipment is set to be held in Khorramabad, the capital of Lorestan province, with the participation of professionals and enthusiasts, the provincial tourism chief announced on Tuesday.

Minister highlights sustainable village employment through ecotourism resorts

TEHRAN — Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri has emphasized the importance of sustainable rural development, stressing that villages should remain vibrant through initiatives such as ecotourism resorts.

Zaveh, an emerging agritourism destination in northeast Iran

TEHRAN — Zaveh county in northeast Iran has the potential to become a leading agritourism destination thanks to its high-quality saffron and vast areas dedicated to the cultivation of this valuable crop, a local official has said.

TEHRAN PAPERS

A sanctions-proof port

TEHRAN - The Iran newspaper highlighted the strategic importance of Chabahar Port for India.

Iran hosts press briefing on ‘We and the West’ conference set for November 10

TEHRAN – Ahead of Iran’s Day of Anti-Imperialism, the press conference for the conference “We and the West: The Thoughts and Views of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution” was held at the Islamic Revolution Research and Cultural Institute.

‘Same results for Israel— only worse’, Iran FM cites greater readiness than 12-day war

TEHRAN – Iran is fully prepared to defend itself against any aggression, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said in an exclusive interview with Al Jazeera published on Sunday, asserting that the country’s military, intelligence, and missile capabilities are stronger and more coordinated than ever.

Iranian MPs approve provisions to counter infiltration of foreign spy services

TEHRAN – The National Security and Foreign Policy Committee of Iranian Parliament has approved some provisions of a motion on countering the infiltration of enemies.