Trump says would speak to Hezbollah if Lebanese president wanted it

US President Donald Trump said Tuesday that he would speak to Hezbollah if Lebanese President Joseph Aoun asked him to do it, Anadolu reports.

By Shahrokh Saei

General Ahadi: Iran thwarted US-Israeli ‘hybrid war’ and coup plot

TEHRAN - A senior Iranian military official said the United States and Israel failed to achieve their objectives through “hybrid warfare” and subversive activities against the Islamic Republic.

Japan sizzles in first 'brutally hot' days of the year

Japan sizzled under sweltering, life-threatening heat on Wednesday, with temperatures expected to top ​40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit) in some ‌cities in what the government has newly designated as a "brutally hot day."

Trump wants to nominate FIFA chief for UN secretary-general: New York Post

US President Donald Trump wants FIFA President Gianni Infantino to be the next secretary-general of the UN, the New York Post reported Tuesday, Anadolu reports.

Under fire on Capitol Hill: Hegseth faces bipartisan scrutiny over Iran war

TEHRAN – US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth came under intense bipartisan scrutiny during a contentious Senate Appropriations Committee hearing as lawmakers challenged the Trump administration's strategy in the war against Iran, questioned the rapidly escalating financial and human costs of the conflict, and demanded greater transparency over the Pentagon's long-term objectives.

140 days after the horrific massacre of students in Minab

34 mothers lay their children's remains to rest again

TEHRAN - In a solemn display of grief and defiance, the streets of Minab in southern Iran were draped in mourning on Wednesday as residents gathered to pay their final respects to the young victims of the tragic February 28 US missile strike on the Shajareh Tayyebeh Elementary School.

Iran expands retaliatory campaign against satanic enemy

TEHRAN – Iran has significantly expanded its retaliatory military campaign against US forces across West Asia, announcing a series of missile and drone strikes against American military facilities in Bahrain, Jordan and Kuwait while senior military officials added the country has recovered from the initial US offensive launched on Feb. 28 and rebuilt its operational capabilities.

Model recruiter for Jeffrey Epstein found dead in France

A French professional model recruiter who for over a decade arranged for the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein to meet multiple models, was found dead in his home near Paris on Monday.

The world must not permit US, Israel to undermine ICC

TEHRAN - The International Criminal Court (ICC) was established by the Rome Statute, a multilateral treaty adopted on 17 July 1998 in Rome, Italy. The Rome Statute entered into force on 1 July 2002, after 60 countries ratified it, and the court officially began operating on that date.

By Wesam Bahrani

Territory before politics: Why Trump cannot neutralize Hezbollah

TEHRAN – During Lebanese President Joseph Aoun’s White House meeting with his U.S. counterpart, Trump again publicly promoted the idea of Syrian forces confronting Hezbollah.

Tehran hosting international exhibition of doors, windows, related industries

TEHRAN- The 18th International Exhibition of Doors, Windows, and Related Industries opened at the Tehran Permanent International Fairgrounds on Tuesday, July 21, showcasing the latest achievements of 61 domestic and foreign companies.

Tehran, Khorgos forge strategic roadmap to boost Iran-China private sector ties

TEHRAN- In a significant development for bilateral economic relations, the heads of the Tehran Chamber of Commerce and the Khorgos International Chamber of Commerce convened in the Iranian capital to outline a comprehensive executive roadmap for trade expansion.

UNESCO renews concern over damage to Golestan Palace in Busan session

TEHRAN – UNESCO has renewed concern over damage to Tehran's Golestan Palace caused by the shock wave and debris from nearby military strikes, as the protection of cultural heritage during armed conflict returned to the agenda of the 48th session of the World Heritage Committee in Busan, South Korea.

UNESCO-listed Bisotun prepares to receive Arbaeen pilgrims, official says

TEHRAN – The UNESCO-listed Bisotun archaeological site has completed preparations to receive pilgrims travelling to Iraq for Arbaeen commemorations, with authorities planning to hold a handicrafts market along the pilgrimage route, the site’s executive director said on Wednesday.

Floor coverings in Iran: From Neolithic mats to Safavid silk carpets

TEHRAN – During the Neolithic period, the inhabitants of Iranian plateau used reed mats as floor coverings in their shelters and also wrapped the deceased in them for burial. Thousands of years later, during the Safavid era, the use of silk brocade carpets woven by the artisans of Tabriz became widespread.

Iran move up in latest FIBA World Ranking

TEHRAN - Iran's men's national basketball team climbed two places in the latest FIBA World Ranking, moving up to 26th in the world following the conclusion of the third window of the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup Asian Qualifiers.