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2026-01-07 16:59

Iran to participate in FITUR, EMITT 2026

TEHRAN--Iran is to participate in FITUR (the International Tourism Trade Fair) in Spain and EMITT 2026 in Turkey during current year.

2026-01-05 17:12

17 foreign tour groups visit Fatima Masumeh Shrine in Qom

TEHRAN - Seventeen foreign tour groups from nine countries have paid visits to the Fatima Masumeh Shrine in the city of Qom over the past week, the shrine’s international affairs office said.

2025-12-11 14:10

Iran move up in FIFA Women's World Ranking

TEHRAN – Iran’s women’s football team moved up two spots to 68th in the latest FIFA Women's World Ranking.

‘What is happening in Gaza is not collateral damage, it is policy’

2025-12-02 21:35

By Sahar Dadjoo

‘What is happening in Gaza is not collateral damage, it is policy’

Azra Sayeed says the pattern of attacks proves intent, not accident

TEHRAN — In a revealing and timely conversation, Azra Talat Sayeed, Secretary-General of the International League of Peoples’ Struggle (ILPS) and one of the lead conveners of the International People’s Tribunal on Palestine (IPT), discusses the tribunal held on November 23–24, 2025, in Barcelona, Spain.

2025-11-22 14:02

International tribunal in Spain probes Israeli war crimes with witness testimony

A forum on Israel’s war crimes in Palestine has kicked off in Barcelona, Spain, Al Jazeera reported Saturday.

2025-11-11 15:02

Tehran mayor, Spain envoy discuss urban management co-op

TEHRAN – Tehran mayor Alireza Zakani and Spain’s ambassador to Iran, Antonio Sánchez Benedito Gaspar, met here on Tuesday, exploring ways to boost collaboration, particularly in areas related to urban management.

2025-10-28 16:44

Iran plans to take part in Fitur, EMITT expos in 2026

TEHRAN--Touring & Automobile Club of the Islamic Republic of Iran (TACI), as the exclusive representative of the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts and one of the main organizers of international tourism and handicrafts events, will participate in the international exhibitions Fitur (Spain) and EMITT (Turkey) for 2026.

2025-10-05 17:37

Iran to take part in FITUR 2026 in Spain

TEHRAN - The Touring & Automobile Club of the Islamic Republic of Iran, on behalf of the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts, will hold the national pavilion of the Islamic Republic of Iran at the international tourism exhibition FITUR 2026 in Spain.

Firas Alcharani, a physician and international affairs analyst

2025-09-30 20:26

By Sahar Dadjoo

Spain’s arms embargo on Israel will influence EU states, says analyst

TEHRAN- Spain has recently intensified its stance on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict by not only imposing an arms embargo on Israel and banning the shipment of military fuel through its ports and airspace but also authorizing an official investigation into Israeli war crimes in Gaza.

2025-09-18 16:59

Iran drop FIFA ranking

TEHRAN – Iran national football team dropped one place to 21st in the latest FIFA Men’s World Ranking released on Thursday.

2025-09-15 21:56

Spain PM praises public stand for Palestine, urges global sports boycott of Israel

Spain’s prime minister, Pedro-Sánchez, has urged sports bodies worldwide to bar Israel from international competitions for as long as its “barbarism” in Gaza continues, warning that high-profile events must not be used to “whitewash” its offensive.

2025-08-07 11:53

Iran move down two spots in FIFA Women’s World Ranking

TEHRAN – Iran dropped two places to 70th in the FIFA Women’s World Ranking released on Thursday.

Pro-Palestine group support Gazans in Spain

2025-07-07 22:26

From Pamplona to Palestine: San Fermín launch honors Gaza

Spain’s most internationally renowned celebration, the San Fermín festival, began on Sunday with an unprecedented show of solidarity with Palestine.

2025-05-31 18:19

Shaikha Al Nowais elected as secretary-general of UN Tourism

TEHRAN – In a landmark decision on Friday, the Executive Council of UN Tourism elected Shaikha Al Nowais of the United Arab Emirates as its next secretary-general for the 2026–2029 term.

Israeli is facing criticism from its European allies

2025-05-26 21:45

Spain convenes European, Arab nations to ramp up pressure on Israel over Gaza war

The international community should look at sanctions against Israel to stop the war in Gaza, Spain's foreign minister said, as European and Arab nations gathered in Madrid Sunday to urge an end to its offensive.

2025-05-21 22:43

Spanish parliament passes non-binding motion urging arms embargo on Israel

Spain’s parliament on Tuesday passed a non-binding motion calling on the government to impose an arms embargo on Israel in response to its military operations in Gaza, Anadolu Agency reported.

2025-01-25 17:54

UN Tourism chief visits Iran’s pavilion at FITUR 2025

TEHRAN - Zurab Pololikashvili, the Secretary-General of the UN Tourism, formerly known as UNWTO, visited the Iranian pavilion during the opening of the 45th International Tourism Trade Fair aka FITUR 2025 in Madrid, Spain.

2025-01-24 18:07

Iran’s cultural charm on display at FITUR 2025

TEHRAN - Iran’s pavilion at the 45th International Tourism Trade Fair (FITUR 2025) has opened its doors, showcasing the nation’s rich cultural, historical, and natural heritage at IFEMA MADRID, one of the world’s leading tourism exhibition venues.

2025-01-17 17:44

Iranian airline to launch direct flights to Paris, other European cities amid sanctions

TEHRAN - Iran Airtour, a private Iranian airline, has announced it will begin direct flights from Tehran to several European destinations, with Paris being the first city on its new route.

2024-12-14 18:28

Iran to set up pavilion at FITUR 2025

TEHRAN - Iran is set to participate in the prestigious FITUR 2025 International Tourism Fair, which will take place from January 22 to 26 at the IFEMA Exhibition Center in Madrid, Spain.

2024-11-26 19:41

Spanish protesters: Stop all relations with Israel

Spaniards held nationwide rallies to express their resentment against Israel’s genocidal war in Gaza.

2024-11-03 22:16

Qalibaf offers condolences to Spain following deadly flood

TEHRAN – The speaker of the Iranian Parliament extended heartfelt condolences to the Presidents of the Congress of Deputies and the Senate of Spain in light of the tragic flooding disaster.

2024-11-03 19:44

Angry crowds throw mud at Spain's king in flood-hit Valencia

King Felipe VI of Spain has faced angry protesters while visiting the Valencia region, which has been hit by unprecedented floods, BBC reported.

2024-11-02 22:31

Spain deploys 10,000 more soldiers and police to flooded Valencia

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced the deployment of an additional 5,000 soldiers and 5,000 police officers to the eastern region of Valencia after the recent deadly floods.

2024-11-01 22:20

Spain flood death toll crosses 200

Spain is grappling with the aftermath of a recent flood which has been described as Europe’s worst weather disaster in five decades.

2024-11-01 22:13

Iran slams U.S. sanctions on Cuba after overwhelming condemnation at UN

TEHRAN- The spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry denounced the unilateral coercive measures imposed by the United States on Cuba, highlighting the support for Cuba from a significant majority of the United Nations General Assembly members.

2024-10-23 18:21

Spanish ambassador visits National Museum of Iran

TEHRAN – On Tuesday, the Spanish ambassador to Iran, Antonio Sánchez-Benedito, and his wife toured the National Museum of Iran.

2024-10-18 17:56

European cyclists promote peace, echo Iran’s safety, official says

TEHRAN - Iran is currently hosting a group of European motorcyclist tourists, known as “international peace ambassadors,” in a symbolic event that reflects the country’s high level of security and hospitality on the global stage, a tourism official has said.