Iran tourism minister meets Chinese, Iraqi counterparts at UN Tourism General Assembly

TEHRAN — Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri met with China’s Minister of Culture and Tourism, Sun Yeli, and Iraq’s Minister of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities, Ahmed Fakak Al-Badrani, during the 26th UN Tourism General Assembly, which officially opened in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Sunday.

Iran, Oman discuss sea-based tourism cooperation

TEHRAN — Iran and Oman have discussed ways to expand cooperation in several areas of tourism, particularly in sea-based and health tourism, during a meeting between Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts Reza Salehi-Amiri and Oman’s Minister of Heritage and Tourism Salem bin Mohammed Al Mahrouqi.

Beijing’s ambassador: Gilan offers strong potential for investment in tourism, economy

TEHRAN — Beijing’s ambassador to Tehran has said that Gilan province, in northern Iran, possesses rich natural resources and significant economic and tourism attractions, making it an appealing destination for Chinese investors.

Iran proposes AI-based global tourism innovation network at UN Tourism assembly

TEHRAN – Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Reza Salehi-Amiri on Sunday proposed the establishment of a global tourism innovation network based on artificial intelligence during the 26th General Assembly of the UN Tourism in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

8 new CNG stations launched nationwide to boost clean fuel use

TEHRAN – Eight new compressed natural gas (CNG) stations were inaugurated simultaneously across Iran on Sunday, November 9, aiming to expand the share of CNG in the country’s fuel mix and promote clean energy use.

Israeli forces kill two more Palestinians in Gaza

TEHRAN – In another stark violation of the October 10 ceasefire, Israeli forces killed two Palestinians on Monday near the so-called “Yellow Line” in southern Gaza. The Israeli military claimed the Palestinians posed an “immediate threat” and were targeted by an airstrike. No independent evidence has been provided to support this claim.

Iran, Uzbekistan trade up 58% as minister calls Tashkent key link to Central Asia

TEHRAN – Iran’s Minister of Industry, Mining and Trade Seyed Mohammad Atabak said Uzbekistan plays a vital role as a connecting hub between Iran and Central Asia, adding that trade between the two countries has risen by 58 percent this year.

Iranian brands gain traction in Chinese market

TEHRAN – A Chinese media outlet highlighted the strong presence of Iranian companies at the eighth China International Import Expo (CIIE), reporting that the appeal of Iranian fragrances and skincare products has drawn large crowds and captured consumer interest in China.

Iran’s oil exports hit highest level since 2018

TEHRAN – Iran’s crude oil exports climbed to around 2.0 million barrels per day in September 2025, marking the highest level since mid-2018, according to international tanker-tracking firm TankerTrackers.

IRCS head, Saudi envoy discuss ways to boost services during Hajj

TEHRAN – Pirhossein Kolivand, the head of the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS), in a meeting with Abdullah bin Saudi Al-Enzi, the Saudi ambassador to Tehran, explored ways to enhance cooperation in health and relief fields throughout the Hajj pilgrimage.

WFP releases October report on Iran

TEHRAN – The World Food Program (WFP) has released a report, expounding on activities in Iran over the month of October.

Iranian, Uzbek universities aim to expand health co-op

TEHRAN – Shiraz University of Medical Sciences and Tashkent State Medical University have explored ways to enhance scientific, research, and educational cooperation, as well as health tourism between the two universities.

Iran-China workshop on decarbonization, sustainable environment underway

TEHRAN – Supported by the Iran National Science Foundation (INSF) and the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC), an Iranian-Chinese workshop is being held from Monday to Wednesday, focusing on new technologies for decarbonization and the sustainable built environment.

US must face legal, political, and military consequences of the June raid on Iran: speaker

TEHRAN - Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf stated on Sunday that the United States must bear the legal and political consequences of its act of aggression against the Islamic Republic in June.

Currently there is “no possibility” of US talks, Iran FM says

TEHRAN - Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi declared on Sunday that there is currently “no possibility” of negotiations with the United States, citing the lack of any constructive or positive approach from Washington.

Aerospace Week celebrating IRGC heroes and Iran's aerospace progress

TEHRAN – The Aerospace Force of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has launched its annual Aerospace Week, featuring a series of cultural and artistic programs.

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US has no desire for a major war with Iran

TEHRAN - Hamshahri explored the MAGA (Make America Great Again) campaign and the views of its supporters.

New envoy briefs FM before heading to North Korea

TEHRAN – The newly appointed Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to North Korea, Abbas Talebifar, met with Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi ahead of his departure for Pyongyang.

Trump’s admission of war role was a ‘calculated deception,’ says Iran’s embassy in Tokyo

TEHRAN – The Iranian Embassy in Tokyo has strongly condemned the U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent remarks acknowledging his command role in Israel’s June aggression against Iran, describing them as a “self-incriminating admission” that exposes the diplomatic façade concealing a premeditated campaign of violence against the Islamic Republic.

Iran targeted top-secret military facility in Tel Aviv during 12-day War: Report 

TEHRAN – Iran targeted a top-secret Israeli military facility in northern Tel Aviv during the 12-day Israeli military aggression against Iran, reports Iran’s radio and TV organization known as the Islamic Republic of Iran’s Broadcasting Organization (IRIB).

Araghchi says Tehran ready to help ease Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has expressed Tehran’s readiness to help de-escalate growing tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan following recent deadly border clashes.

Iran’s underground missile infrastructure safe and intact despite US-Israeli strikes 

Official says country ready to respond with more force should enemy repeat aggression 

TEHRAN – A senior Iranian official says roughly all of the country’s subterranean missile sites are safe and sound.