By Mahnaz Abdi

Seoul in heart of Tehran: Korean embassy celebrates International Museum Day with rich cultural show

TEHRAN – On Monday, May 18, the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Iran hosted a remarkably engaging, fruitful, and richly informative cultural event at its premises in Tehran in commemoration of International Museum Day. The gathering brought together Iranian museum and art gallery officials, diplomats, and cultural enthusiasts for a celebration of shared heritage and future cooperation.

By Ranjan Solomon

Europe’s sluggish drift into irrelevance

Europe as spectator in a changing world order

GOA - Europe is currently experiencing a profound and rapid decline in its global political and economic influence, characterized by a shift toward irrelevance on the world stage, internal fragmentation, and economic stagnation.

Trump–Netanyahu persistent delusions

Iran warns that its armed forces will unveil “new surprises” amid renewed US-Israeli war rhetoric

TEHRAN - Iran has warned its adversaries of “new surprises” as the United States and Israel once again beat the drums of war despite their military failure in the recent conflict.

Persian Gulf security cannot be bought: King’s College expert

TEHRAN - David B. Roberts, a reader in Middle East Security Studies at King’s College London, suggests that Arab states on the southern shores of the Persian Gulf must build their own security, rather than “buy” it.

Internal panic grips Israeli commanders as northern strategies implode

TEHRAN — At least eight civilians were killed across southern Lebanon in a wave of Israeli airstrikes, serving as the latest evidence that the “ceasefire” announced on April 16 has been systematically violated.

By Wesam Bahrani 

Why didn’t Iraq fill its cabinet seats?

TEHRAN – On Thursday, Iraq’s parliament approved only part of Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi’s new cabinet. More than half the posts were confirmed, enough to legally seat the government. 

Exhibition ‘Hormuz: The Maritime Highway’ to be held online

TEHRAN – A virtual exhibition titled "Hormuz: The Maritime Highway – A Narrative of Thousands of Years of Human Presence on the Shores of the Persian Sea" will open online on May 23, at 11:00 a. m., according to the National Museum of Iran.

Tehran launches metro-based tourism plan after wartime disruption

TEHRAN - Tehran municipality has launched a new tourism initiative allowing residents and visitors to explore the Iranian capital through its metro network, following disruptions to the tourism sector during the recent war, the head of Tehran Municipality’s Tourism Headquarters said.

Belarus, Iran discuss expanding tourism co-operation

TEHRAN - Officials from Belarus and Iran discussed expanding bilateral co-operation in the tourism sector during a meeting in Minsk, according to a report published Monday by SB News.

By Mojtaba Gahestuni

Pamenar: Where painted doors speak the language of identity

TEHRAN - Nestled in the northern reaches of Dezful in southwestern Khuzestan province, the ancient village of Pamenar has emerged as one of Iran’s most distinctive rural destinations, blending cultural heritage, environmental identity, and community-based tourism into a living narrative of local memory. In recent years, the village has increasingly drawn attention as a candidate for future international heritage recognition, not only because of its natural beauty and historical character, but also due to innovative efforts by residents to preserve and showcase their cultural identity.