Patrick Hamilton’s “Rope” on stage at Tehran Theater Complex

TEHRAN-Tehran Theater Complex is hosting the 1929 play “Rope” written by Patrick Hamilton in its Medea Hall.

Iranian twin duo unveils new music on National Twins Day

TEHRAN – The Saeidi Brothers, a traditional Iranian twin duo comprising Ali and Mohammad Saeidi, have recently released a new musical piece to celebrate National Twins Day, observed annually in Iran on May 12.

Netanyahu’s messianic government’s priority is to annex West Bank, expel Gazans: Thomas Friedman

NY Times columnist says Netanyahu is not a US friend

TEHRAN - The famous New York Times columnist Thomas Friedman says Benjamin Netanyahu’s “ultranationalist” and “messianic” government is not America’s ally.

1,400 pairs of shoes displayed to honor healthcare workers killed in Gaza

Hundreds of protesters gathered in Rotterdam on Saturday, May 10, for a poignant memorial in which 1,400 pairs of white shoes were displayed in a public square to honor healthcare workers killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza.

Prospects of Saudi ties to Israel elusive as Trump seeks $1 trillion bonanza

When U.S. President Donald Trump lands in Riyadh on Tuesday, he will be greeted with opulent ceremonies, gilded palaces and the prospect of $1 trillion in investments. But, the raging war in Gaza has denied him one goal he has long craved: Saudi-Israel normalization.

Putin proposes direct Russia-Ukraine talks in Istanbul on May 15

Russian President Vladimir Putin has proposed direct talks with Ukraine in Istanbul on May 15, “without preconditions” to achieve “lasting peace” and “eliminate the root causes” of the three-year conflict, Al Jazeera reported.

Pope Leo XIV calls for Gaza ceasefire in first Sunday message

Pope Leo XIV has called for genuine peace in Ukraine and an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip in his first Sunday noon blessing as pontiff, Al Jazeera reported.

Starvation and siege claim 14 elderly lives in Gaza within a week

Alongside the relentless toll of fatalities from continuous Israeli bombardment, a silent death is sweeping through Gaza’s elderly and children—largely unrecorded and undocumented, Euromedmonitor reported.

65,000 children facing death from Israeli starvation policy

The Gaza government warned Friday that more than 65,000 children are at immediate risk from famine because of Israel's siege and two-month blockade of essential supplies to the Gaza Strip as part of its genocidal campaign on the Palestinian enclave, Anadolu Agency reported.

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Opponents resort to every possible ploy to undermine nuclear talks

TEHRAN - In an analysis, Arman-e-Melli discussed the publication of images of a site in Iran by the spy services of the terrorist MEK group amid negotiations.

‘Iran ready to respond decisively to any threat,’ military chief vows while inspecting Persian Gulf

TEHRAN – Major General Mohammad Bagheri, Chief of Staff of Iran’s Armed Forces, conducted a high-profile inspection of naval units in the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz on Sunday, declaring: "The Armed Forces are ready to respond decisively to any threat."

Israel is region’s greatest threat, says Iranian FM in Doha

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has called Israel the “single greatest threat to peace in the region,” citing its nuclear arsenal and aggressive regional policies as the root causes of instability in West Asia.

Iran, Uzbekistan deepen strategic ties as high-level talks spur broad cooperation

TEHRAN – Iran and Uzbekistan have significantly ramped up bilateral cooperation under Iran’s 14th administration, with senior officials from both sides pledging to deepen ties across political, economic, cultural, and logistical sectors.

Iran dismisses 'baseless allegations' on missile launcher transfers to Russia as 'utterly absurd'

TEHRAN – Iran’s permanent mission to the United Nations has vehemently rejected a Reuters report alleging Tehran’s plans to supply Russia with launchers for short-range ballistic missiles, calling the claims "utterly absurd" and part of a pattern of "baseless allegations" against the Islamic Republic.

Heerenveen, Jahanbakhsh to part company

TEHRAN – SC Heerenveen is unlikely to extend a new contract with Alireza Jahanbakhsh. The attacker is currently injured and is expected to be sidelined for several weeks, which likely means the end of his season.

Iran’s Yazd, Romania discuss ways to broaden cultural ties

TEHRAN--A session was held with Romanian Ambassador to Iran Mirela Carmen Greco in the Yazd Chamber of Commerce on May 11 to promote cooperation in the tourism sector and enhance cultural ties.

Iran to hold gastronomy conference under Silk Road banner

TEHRAN—Iran plans to hold a gastronomy conference concerning the ancient Silk Road, for which it served a significant role for centuries, said Director General of UNESCO’s Food and Gastronomy Club Mohammad Babareza.

Restoration project launched in historical core of Tabriz

TEHRAN - A new project aimed at restoring and reorganizing parts of the historic core of Tabriz, once the capital of Persia during the early Safavid period, has officially begun.

Armenian churches in Abadan and Ahvaz seen as potential tourism attractions

TEHRAN - Armenian churches and cemeteries in the Iranian cities of Abadan and Ahvaz hold significant potential to boost cultural tourism, according to an Iranian lawmaker representing the Armenian community.

Indians fond of Yazd’s architecture, Iranian dishes

TEHRAN--Indians are fond of Yazd’s traditional architecture, and Iranian cuisine, such as traditional dishes of Qormeh Sabzi and Qeymeh Nesar, said an Indian tour operator who works with several travel agencies.

Isfahan named Asian Capital of Tourism for 2025

TEHRAN – The historic city of Isfahan has been officially designated as the Asian Capital of Tourism for 2025 by the Asian Mayors Forum (AMF), in recognition of its rich cultural heritage, vibrant tourism offerings, and active engagement in international urban cooperation.

Tehran hosting flower and plant exhibition

The 20th Tehran flower and plant exhibition opened its doors to visitors on Saturday.