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Foreign military presence threatens Persian Gulf security: IRGC Navy chief
TEHRAN – The Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy, Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, has warned that any insecurity in the strategic Strait of Hormuz would have far-reaching international economic consequences.
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2025-04-26 13:50
Geographical atlas of Persian Gulf to be unveiled
TEHRAN – In celebration of Persian Gulf National Day, a new geographical atlas dedicated to the strategic body of water and three of its islands (Musa and Greater and Lesser Tunb) is set to be unveiled during a special ceremony on April 30.
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2025-04-22 22:16
Iran rejects fabricated names for Persian Gulf, affirms sovereignty over strategic islands
TEHRAN – In a letter to the United Nations Security Council, Iran’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the UN, Amir-Saeid Iravani, denounced recent attempts to challenge Iran’s sovereignty over the Persian Gulf and its three strategic islands, calling such claims “a blatant violation of international law and the UN Charter.”
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2025-04-18 19:29
Hormozgan to host Iran’s Regional Music Festival
TEHRAN- The 17th edition of the Iran’s Regional Music Festival will take place in the southern province of Hormozgan, with participation from 32 groups representing 22 provinces across the country.
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2025-04-12 17:34
Lenj boats: guardians of maritime heritage in Persian Gulf
Tehran – Construction of Lenj boats is an ancient indigenous craft along the northern coasts of the Persian Gulf that has historically played an important role in navigation, trade, and the livelihoods of southern Iran's people.
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2025-04-11 15:18
Researchers warn against mangrove loss in Persian Gulf
TEHRAN – According to a study by researchers at National Institute of Oceanography, mangrove ecosystems in the northern Persian Gulf are facing a range of environmental and anthropogenic pressures.
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2025-04-09 17:17
Soheili mangrove forest: a harmony of community and conservation
TEHRAN - Nestled along the shores of Qeshm Island in the Persian Gulf, southern Iran, the Soheili mangrove forest stands as a testament to nature’s resilience and human dedication.
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2025/04/06
By Mehdi Zare
Role of oil and gas extraction by Saudi Arabia and Qatar in southern Persian Gulf earthquakes
TEHRAN - Seven earthquakes with magnitudes between 4 and 5 in the southern Persian Gulf and the Saudi Arabia-Qatar border between 1st of March and 5th of April 2025 probably represent links between hydrocarbon extraction and seismicity due to the generation of earthquakes due to oil and gas production near an active basement fault in the Saudi-Qatar border area.
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2025-03-27 22:56
Khorasan Razavi earns $4.5 billion annually from intl. tourism
TEHRAN – Khorasan Razavi generates some $4.5 billion annually from international tourism, according to Seyyed Javad Mousavi, the director-general of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts for the northeastern Iranian province.
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2025-03-17 17:17
Kish Island to host new museum dedicated to Islamic heritage
TEHRAN - A historical building on Kish Island is set to be converted into a museum dedicated to showcasing Islamic-era relics and arts following a newly signed agreement between the Dafineh Museums Group and the Kish Free Zone Organization.
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2025-03-09 19:04
Investments along southern and northern Iranian coastlines in progress, tourism minister says
TEHRAN - Iran’s tourism minister Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri has announced plans to boost tourism investments along the country’s northern and southern coastlines, highlighting the untapped potential of the Persian Gulf, the Sea of Oman, and the Caspian Sea.
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2025-03-01 21:30
‘Guardians of the Persian Gulf:’ IRGC Navy chief vows crushing response to threats
TEHRAN – Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, commander of Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy, issued a stark warning to adversaries on Saturday, pledging a “decisive and crushing answer” to any threats against Iran’s territorial integrity.
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2025-02-04 15:08
Iran committed to fostering AI cooperation in region
TEHRAN –The combination of talent, data, and innovation makes Iran a key player in the regional Artificial Intelligence (AI) value chain, capable of driving meaningful cooperation and development. Iran is committed to fostering regional cooperation and building a future where AI drives prosperity and unity, the minister of information and communications technology has said.
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2025-02-03 17:56
Exhibit showcasing Siraf’s ancient heritage opens in Bushehr
TEHRAN - A special exhibition featuring ancient relics excavated from the historic port city of Siraf has opened at the Persian Gulf Region Museum in Bushehr.
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2025-01-29 18:16
Book on Persian Gulf’s intangible heritage goes out of print
TEHRAN - A recently published book, The Intangible Cultural Heritage of Northwest Persian Gulf, explores the rich traditions, rituals, and customs of this historically significant region.
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2025-01-12 22:39
Military delegates from eight countries visit Bu Musa Island, Strait of Hormuz
TEHRAN – A group of military personnel from eight countries, currently attending a national defense program at Iran's prestigious National Defense University, recently visited Bu Musa Island and the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
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2025-01-01 17:31
Iran pursues ICESCO heritage status for ancient port
TEHRAN - The ancient port of Tis, situated in Chabahar county in southeastern Iran, is set to be registered on the Islamic Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) cultural heritage list.
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2024-12-29 18:42
104% growth in intl. tourists visiting Kish Island
TEHRAN - The CEO of Kish Free Zone Organization, Mohammad Kabiri, has said that during the last month, the number of foreign tourists who visited the Island has registered 104% growth.
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2024-12-25 22:37
IRGC Navy chief says "no white flag shall fly" against hostile forces
TEHRAN – Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy, Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, has declared that Iran “will not raise the white flag,” underscoring the country's commitment to maintaining security and sovereignty in its waters without surrendering to external pressures.
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2024-12-15 18:03
Iran’s reality distorted by propaganda, tourism minister warns
TEHRAN - Iranian Tourism Minister Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri has criticized what he described as a widespread campaign of “Iranophobia” aimed at tarnishing the country’s image and deterring international visitors.
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2024-12-06 16:42
Iran eases travel to southernmost Bu Musa Island
TEHRAN - The Iranian government has announced the removal of travel restrictions to Bu Musa Island, making the strategic isle accessible to all Iranian citizens without prior vetting.
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2024-12-03 22:46
‘Forever Iranian’: interior minister highlights strategic significance of Iran's trio islands
TEHRAN – The Iranian Minister of Interior, Eskandar Momeni, has emphasized the strategic importance of Hormozgan Province, particularly its maritime and economic assets, including the three islands of Abu Musa, the Greater Tunb, and the Lesser Tunb that he described as “eternally Iranian.”
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2024-12-01 18:14
By Afshin Majlesi
Masghati: a culinary jewel of Lar
LAR, Fars Province - A translucent dessert, with its gentle floral aroma and silky texture, the Masghati of Lar is a jewel of regional cuisine in the ancient city, situated in southern Iran.
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2024-11-29 17:53
Tribal crafts exhibit underway in Bandar Abbas
TEHRAN – A tribal festival featuring a variety of nationwide Iranian handicrafts and souvenirs has opened to the public in Bandar Abbas, an ancient port city in southern Iran.
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2024-11-23 18:01
Iran’s Bandar-e Khamir recognized by UNESCO as a Global Learning City
TEHRAN – Bandar-e Khamir, a coastal city in southern Iran, has been named one of 12 exemplary cities in UNESCO’s Global Network of Learning Cities (GNLC) for its contributions to lifelong learning and climate action.
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2024-11-22 16:58
Archaeological discoveries shed light on Abu Musa’s rich history
TEHRAN - Iranian archaeologist Mohammad Esmaeili-Jelodar has revealed fascinating insights from archaeological excavations conducted on Abu Musa, a strategic Iranian island in the Persian Gulf.
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2024/11/17
By Xavier Villar
The road ahead: Iran, Israel, and the Persian Gulf in Trump's foreign policy
MADRID – According to various international policy experts, Donald Trump’s first term was characterized by a nationalist approach aimed at strengthening the independence of the United States and reducing its reliance on traditional allies.
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2024-11-06 17:36
Bay of Dolphins: a marine paradise of the Persian Gulf
TEHRAN - The Bay of Dolphins is an exceptional natural attraction situated between the islands of Qeshm and Hengam in southern Iran.
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2024-11-06 17:30
Iran emphasizes sea tourism development amid baseless claims over its triple islands
TEHRAN - Iran’s deputy tourism minister, Ali-Asghar Shalbafian, alongside several experts and private investors, convened on Tuesday to discuss strategies for advancing marital tourism within the framework of the Seventh National Development Plan.
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2024-11-02 16:27
Quranic "Mahfel" took to Bumusa Island of Iran