Pezeshkian says Iran open to dialogue, but finds it hard to trust US again

TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian carried out an online interview with an American journalist, where he spoke of the 12-day war with Israel, and how Iran finds it increasingly difficult to trust the U.S. when it comes to diplomacy.

By Garsha Vazirian

BRICS backs Iran

Bloc's joint statement condemns US-Israeli attacks on Iranian soil

TEHRAN – In a display of Global South solidarity, the expanded BRICS bloc representing 11 nations and nearly half of humanity issued a resounding condemnation of the U.S.-Israeli military aggression against Iran during its 17th summit in Rio de Janeiro.

Iran suggests China abolish visa requirements for its tourists in reciprocal move

TEHRAN – Iran has called on the Chinese government to lift visa requirements for Iranian nationals wishing to visit China, in a move aimed at deepening bilateral cultural and tourism ties.

Iranian nanotech journals among world’s most cited

TEHRAN – The Journal Citation Report (JCR) Impact Factor 2024 has cited 161 Iranian journals, naming five among the world’s most cited in the nanotechnology sector.

Some 515 earthquakes hit Iran in a month

TEHRAN – A total of 513 earthquakes were recorded across the country from May 22 to June 21, indicating a 10.5 percent decrease compared to the same time last year, according to the seismological networks of the Institute of Geophysics of the University of Tehran.

DOE sets strategic goals for long-term biodiversity preservation

TEHRAN – The Department of Environment (DOE) has revised a comprehensive plan, setting its strategic goals for the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity by the Iranian calendar year 1430 (March 2051-March 2052).

BRICS can be standard-bearer for a more humane, empathetic, and just world: head of IRCS

TEHRAN – The head of the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) has underlined the role of BRICS in the promotion of peace and sustainable development, saying that BRICS can be the standard-bearer for a more humane, empathetic, and just world.

Dozens of Iranian-German citizens file complaint against Merz for backing Israeli war on Iran

Dozens of Iranian-German citizens have signed an online petition and filed a complaint with Germany’s Federal Court against Chancellor Friedrich Merz, following his statements regarding Israeli attacks on Iran, according to DW.

‘No red lines if Israel strikes again’, warns IRGC spokesman

TEHRAN – A senior spokesman for Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has warned that any renewed military aggression by the Israeli regime will be met with a response “without any red lines.”

Israeli-US attack on Iran violated UN charter: Araghchi at BRICS

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi strongly condemned the recent Israeli-American military assault against Iran during his remarks at the 17th BRICS Summit, describing it as a blatant violation of the United Nations Charter and an unlawful act of aggression.

Switzerland resumes embassy operations in Tehran

TEHRAN – Switzerland officially announced it is reopening its embassy in Tehran, marking a step in the gradual restoration of diplomatic normalcy after a brief closure triggered by the Israeli regime’s 12-day war on Iran.

Fresh data exposes scale of Iranian missile success against US-Israeli air defenses

TEHRAN — New analyses by Western think tanks and Hebrew-language media have unveiled more details of Iran’s missile campaign against the Zionist regime during the 12-day June war, confirming at least 60 successful strikes—including direct hits on Israel’s Ministry of War headquarters—while exposing systemic censorship of military losses and $1.47 billion in unreported infrastructure damage.

By Soheila Zarfam 

Chants of 'Haidar, Haidar', Tears of 'Ey Iran'

Leader attends public ceremony after Israeli, Western media claim he is in hiding

TEHRAN – The Israeli regime's war against Iran started suddenly and unexpectedly. The regime assassinated top military generals, nuclear scientists, and civilians in airstrikes, a move that prompted a response within 12 hours, much to their dismay.

Blue Shield! Does it shield Iran’s cultural heritage in wartime?

TEHRAN--Wars destroy not only people but also culture, historical memory, and identity of nations, and in the meantime, the “Blue Shield” can be a kind of shield against the cultural heritage of any country.

Shush: from global heritage to civilizational capacity

TEHRAN—Shush, which embraces UNESCO-listed Susa in southwestern Iran, is considered one of history’s beating hearts and one of the most ancient human settlements not only for Khuzestan people but also for all Iranians, wrote a Shush lawmaker in Majlis.

Early Islamic metallurgical complex discovered at Masouleh; strengthens revised World Heritage file

TEHRAN - A joint Iranian-Chinese archaeological team has uncovered a significant early Islamic-era settlement and a sponge iron smelting workshop at the Khanbaji Sara site within the Cultural Landscape of Masouleh in northern Iran.

“Iran” and “homeland” in Muharram mourning spotlight

TEHRAN - This year, the month of Muharram began as the martyrdom of a large number of people during the Zionist regime's aggression against the country gave a special atmosphere to the mourning ceremonies.

World Rural Development Day highlights role of communities

TEHRAN – Declared by the UN General Assembly as World Rural Development Day, July 6 highlights the vital roles of rural communities in agricultural development, food security, and ecological stewardship, and calls for their empowerment through access to land, decent work, and inclusion in decision-making.

Iranian technologies to address SDS challenge

TEHRAN – With an increase in the frequency and intensity of sand and dust storms (SDSs) in different provinces of the country, Iranian researchers have been utilizing indigenized technologies to mitigate and control SDS impacts.

Iran submits proposals at ECO forum for women’s empowerment

TEHRAN – The Vice-Presidency for Women and Family Affairs has made several proposals at the Economic Cooperation Organization’s first forum on women, held in Lachin city, Azerbaijan, for strengthening regional cooperation to empower women.

Israel concealed information about Iran's destruction of five military sites, satellite images show

The Israeli authorities concealed information about Iran's destruction of five military facilities during the 12-day war, the British newspaper Daily Telegraph reported, citing an analysis of satellite data conducted in University of Oregon.

US reckless bombing of Iran's nuclear sites set a dangerous precedent, China warns

'Should a nuclear disaster occur, the entire world would bear the consequences'

TEHRAN - Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Friday that strikes against Iran lacked legitimacy, emphasizing that recent military clashes between Israel and Iran must not be repeated.‌

Iranian law professors call on intl. academic community to condemn Israel's illegal aggression 

TEHRAN - A group of esteemed Iranian lawmakers have issued a statement, underlining the illegal nature of Israel's June war against Iran, and calling on their fellow academics in the world to condemn the outrageous act.

Greater BRICS in motion: Progress and prospects ahead

The 17th BRICS Summit is set to take place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from July 6 to 7. With its historic expansion, BRICS has entered a new stage of "Greater BRICS cooperation," characterized by broader participation, stronger representation, and rising global influence.

Houthi: Iran's might forced Israel to halt aggression, set new equation

The leader of Yemen’s Ansarallah movement has highlighted Iran’s robust military response as the key factor that forced the Israeli regime to halt its recent aggression after 12 days.

No talks unless US abandons deception and commit to diplomacy, Iran says

TEHRAN - Iran’s Foreign Ministry says the United States must first prove its genuine commitment to diplomacy if Washington seeks further negotiations with Tehran on the country's nuclear program.