Turkey captures 8 suspected of spying for Mossad

Eight suspects accused of spying for the Israeli intelligence service Mossad were detained in a joint operation by the National Intelligence Organization (MIT) and Istanbul police, Turkish authorities said Friday.

Moscow attack: Will Russia and Turkey intensify the fight against IS-K?

This month’s deadly attack in Moscow has brought the Islamic State-Khorasan (IS-K) group back onto the international news agenda, as countries across the region are once again paying attention to this longstanding, but often ignored threat.

All ties with Israel must be severed: Raisi to Erdogan

TEHRAN – During a telephone conversation on Saturday, Iran’s president Ebrahim Raisi advised his Turkish counterpart to cut ties with the Israeli regime in order to help prevent further loss of lives in the besieged Gaza Strip

Erdogan vows to make amends after election loss

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan vowed on Monday to correct any mistakes that led to his party's defeat in Turkey's local elections where the opposition capitalized on economic woes.

Mongolia to join UNESCO's Nowruz dossier

TEHRAN – Mongolia has voiced its interest in joining the Persian New Year (Nowruz) dossier, a multinational intangible cultural heritage registered with the UN Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization.

Turkish president likens Netanyahu to infamous dictators

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan compares Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to the world history's worst dictators: Adolf Hitler, Joseph Stalin and Benito Mussolini.

Iranian, Turkish FMs advocate for enhanced relations

TEHRAN - Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has met his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan on the sidelines of the extraordinary meeting of foreign ministers from member countries of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Turkey detains 7 over alleged Mossad links

Turkey’s National Intelligence Organization (MIT) and police in Istanbul detained seven suspects for allegedly selling information to Israel’s Mossad intelligence service, Turkey’s Anadolu news agency cited security sources on Tuesday.

Iran, Qatar discuss latest developments in Gaza war

TEHRAN – Iran and Qatar's foreign ministers, Hossein Amir Abdollahian and Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, engaged in a significant telephone conversation on Thursday.

Iranian arrivals in Türkiye surge 87 percent in January

TEHRAN – The number of Iranian travelers visiting Türkiye jumped 87 percent during January compared to the same month a year earlier.

Turkey: World’s silence on Gaza ‘complicity in genocide’

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has expressed concern over the world’s silence on Israel’s actions in Gaza, describing it as “complicity in genocide”.

Turkey consul general to Khorasan Razavi visits Mofakham complex

TEHRAN - The Consul General of Turkey in Khorasan Razavi province visited the culturally and historically significant Mofakham Cultural and Historical Complex in Bojnourd city.

 Turkey arrests 7 suspected of spying for Israel

Turkish authorities detained seven people suspected of selling information to Israel's Mossad intelligence service in connection with tracking and monitoring local targets, a Turkish security official said on Friday.

Iran to implement visa waiver for 32 countries on Feb. 4

TEHRAN – Iran’s unilateral abolition of visa requirements for citizens of 32 countries is set to take effect on February 4.

Raisi to arrive in Turkey on Wednesday

TEHRAN- On Wednesday, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi will pay an official visit to Turkey to talk about measures to strengthen ties.

Gen. Soleimani martyr of all Muslims: Turkish Politician 

TEHRAN – The chairman of Turkey's Patriotic Party has described Iran’s late anti-terror icon Lieutenant General Qassem Soleimani as a military leader whose endeavors benefited Muslims across the world. 

Raisi will pay visit to Ankara in near future: FM

TEHRAN- Iran and Turkey have mutually agreed that President Ebrahim Raisi would visit Ankara shortly after canceling his planned visit following Wednesday’s terrorist blasts in Kerman.

Over 200 local dishes offered at festival in northern Iran

TEHRAN – On Thursday, the third edition of Iran’s grand culinary festival was held in Rasht, the capital of Gilan province with the presence of several foreign envoys and diplomats.

Iranian President to visit Turkey next week

TEHRAN – Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Ali Bagheri Kani has shared details about Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi's upcoming visit to Turkey scheduled for the first week of January.

Turkey welcomed 2.9 million Iranian visitors in January-November

TEHRAN – The number of Iranian nationals visiting Turkey reached 2.9 million from January to November, which marks a 5 percent increase compared with the same period in 2022.

Raisi to visit Turkey soon: Turkish FM

TEHRAN – Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has announced that Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi is expected to visit Turkey soon, marking the eighth meeting of the high-level cooperation council between the two nations.

Turkish travel insiders visit Iran on fam tour

TEHRAN – On Wednesday, a group of Turkish travel insiders started a familiarization tour of attractions in Iran’s West Azarbaijan province.

Iran FM slams U.S. veto of UN resolution in phone call with Chinese counterpart

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian has expressed discontent over the U.S. veto of a UN resolution overseeing the cessation of hostilities in Gaza, during a phone call with his Chinese counterpart.

Iran envoy meets Turkish Defense chief to discuss growing ties

TEHRAN – Iran’s envoy to Ankara met with Turkish Defense Minister Yasar Guler on Saturday to discuss bilateral cooperation between Iran and Turkey, as the two countries move towards enhancing ties in different fields. 

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Iranian cultural riches shine bright: Iftar, Sadeh festival and art of illumination join UNESCO list

TEHRAN – On Wednesday, in a nod to Iran’s vibrant tapestry of customs and history, UNESCO's latest additions to its prestigious list -- namely Iftar and its socio-cultural traditions, the ancient jubilation of Sadeh festival, and the intricate artistry of Tahzib in illuminated manuscripts -- elicited waves of joy among Iranians who have cherished their enduring legacy through generations.

Chinese cities to host loan museum objects from Iran

TEHRAN – The Ministry of Cultural Heritage and Tourism, plans to display historical artifacts from the National Museum of Iran in various cities of China.

Medical tourism: Fars province to launch offices in Iraq, Eurasia

TEHRAN – Iran’s Fars governorate is to launch offices in southern Iraq and Eurasia to facilitate travel to the Islamic Republic for those willing to obtain medical treatment.

Iran, Turkey signal readiness, support to help Gaza

TEHRAN- Following weeks of intense Israeli airstrikes, the foreign ministers of Iran and Turkey have supported attempts to prolong the truce in the Gaza Strip and reiterated their nations’ support for Palestine.