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Iran earn third consecutive win at 2025 AVC Women's Volleyball Nations Cup

TEHRAN – Iran defeated the Philippines 3-2 (16-25, 25-21, 24-26, 25-23, 15-13) in the 2025 AVC Women's Volleyball Nations Cup on Monday.

2025-06-08 14:26

Iran defeat New Zealand at 2025 AVC Women's Volleyball Nations Cup

TEHRAN – Iran beat New Zealand 3-1 (23-25, 25-16, 25-12, 25-18) in the 2025 AVC Women's Volleyball Nations Cup on Sunday.

2024-09-06 22:06

Iran into FIBA U18 Asia Cup 2024 quarterfinals

TEHRAN - Iran showed Chinese Taipei the door, 86-73, to qualify for the FIBA U18 Asia Cup 2024 Quarter-Finals, Friday at the Prince Hamza Hall.

2024-08-21 21:32

Tehran condemns ‘double standards’ in Australia and New Zealand's joint statement on Gaza crisis

TEHRAN – Nasser Kanaani, spokesperson for the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, has condemned the joint declaration made by the Prime Ministers of Australia and New Zealand regarding the ongoing crisis in Gaza for its selective coverage and disregard of realities on the ground.

2024-07-30 21:46

Iran calls out Canada, Australia, and New Zealand for 'dual approach' on Israel

TEHRAN – Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman has sharply denounced as hypocritical a joint statement by Australia, Canada, and New Zealand, which condemned Iran's April operation against Israeli positions in the occupied territories, an operation that was a direct response to Israel's unprecedented attack on the Iranian embassy in Syria.

2024-05-07 18:21

Qazvin wins ambassadors’ hearts

TEHRAN – Ambassadors from South Korea, New Zealand, the Philippines, and Nicaragua have recently explored a selection of destinations during their two-day tour to Iran’s Qazvin.

2024-01-12 17:35

Iran start 2024 Asian Handball Championship on high note

TEHRAN – Iran handball team defeated New Zealand 40-13 in their opening match in the 21st edition of the Asian Men's Handball Championship on Friday.

2024-01-10 15:18

Iran to meet New Zealand in 2024 Asian Handball Championship opener

TEHRAN – Iran will play New Zealand on Friday in their opening match of the 21st Asian Men’s Handball Championship.

2023-06-14 21:12

By Ali Karbalaei

Asian NATO: U.S. paranoia and fragility

TEHRAN - The idea of an “Asian NATO” is gathering steam, so who gains to benefit from this initiative?

2023-05-06 14:32

Iran victorious over New Zealand at 2023 Water Polo World Cup Division 2

TEHRAN – Iran defeated New Zealand 17-14 in the Men's Preliminary Round - Group A of the 2023 Men's Water Polo World Cup, Division 2 on Friday.

2023-04-02 11:44

Iran fail to reach 2023 FIBA 3x3 Asia Cup semis

TEHRAN – Iran lost to New Zealand 20-18 at the 2023 FIBA 3x3 Asia Cup quarterfinals on Sunday.

2023-04-01 02:17

Iran into 2023 FIBA 3x3 Asia Cup quarters

TEHRAN – Iran defeated the Philippines 11-4 and Qatar 21-19 at the 2023 FIBA 3x3 Asia Cup on Friday.

2022-10-16 18:06

Khaf, home to ancient windmills, is emerging destination for intl. travelers

TEHRAN—The ancient city of Khaf, which is home to numerous ancient windmills, is seen as an emerging destination for international sightseers.

2022-09-13 22:43

Inclusive govt. vital to win back peace for Afghanistan: Iran FM

TEHRAN- Establishing an inclusive government in Afghanistan has been emphasized as one of the main requirements to restore peace and stability throughout the country, Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian has said.