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2026-11-03 15:46
Imports through northern sea borders increase by 76%
TEHRAN- The Minister of Transport and Urban Development said: In the first six months of the year, despite the closure of the southern ports, a 76% increase in imports through the country’s northern sea borders was recorded.
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2026-11-03 15:40
By Mahnaz Abdi
Iran, Turkey agree to remove transit barriers, develop border cooperation
TEHRAN- Iran’s Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance and Turkey’s Minister of Trade, on the sidelines of the 42nd session of the Standing Committee for Economic and Commercial Cooperation of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (COMCEC) in Istanbul, reviewed solutions for developing economic and trade cooperation, facilitating truck traffic and the transit of goods and services, and removing existing obstacles at the shared borders.
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2026-11-03 15:11
Tehran, Baghdad consider ways to deepen academic, scientific co-op
TEHRAN – Iranian and Iraqi officials have discussed ways to strengthen academic and scientific cooperation, promote the exchange of specialized expertise, and expand partnerships between universities and research institutions in the two countries.
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2026-11-03 15:08
Iran explores opportunities to enhance sci-tech ties with Japan
TEHRAN - Iranian officials have sought to strengthen scientific and technological cooperation with Japan through joint programs and greater use of both countries’ research and technological capabilities.
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2026-11-03 15:05
Biosphere reserves showcase harmony between humans and nature
TEHRAN – November 3 is observed as the International Day for Biosphere Reserves, highlighting the role of these areas as examples of harmony between people and nature. Biosphere reserves are valuable territories where biodiversity conservation, ecosystem protection, and the sustainable development of local communities are pursued together.
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2026-11-03 14:12
2026 Belt and Road media cooperation forum opens in China's Fuzhou
The 2026 Media Cooperation Forum on Belt and Road brings together international media representatives, including Iran, to promote dialogue and cooperation among participating countries. Source: live.photoplus.cn
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2026-11-03 13:00
Kirstin Ferguson’s “Blindspotting” available in Persian
TEHRAN – The Persian translation of the book “Blindspotting: How to See What Others Miss” written by Kirstin Ferguson has been released in bookstores across Iran.
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2026-11-03 13:00
Labkhand Theater to host Brian Hill’s “The Story of My Life”
TEHRAN – Labkhand Theater Complex in Tehran will host the play “The Story of My Life,” which is a chamber musical for two performers with music and lyrics by Neil Bartram and a book by Brian Hill, starting November 8.
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2026-11-03 12:08
Former Iran captain Hassan Habibi passes away
TEHRAN – Hassan Habibi, former captain and head coach of Iran’s national football team and former coach of Pas football club, passed away in Tehran after a prolonged illness.
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2026-11-03 11:58
Iranian judo athlete Karimi wins silver at 2026 Youth Olympic Games
TEHRAN – Iran’s Sobhan Karimi claimed the silver medal in the men’s 81kg judo competition at the 2026 Summer Youth Olympic Games after narrowly losing to Slovenia’s Maks Cebulj in the final.
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2026-11-03 11:42
AFC postpones Saudi Arabia’s 2027 Asian Cup
TEHRAN - Following extensive discussions and close consultation with the Local Organizing Committee (LOC) of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 and the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF), the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has confirmed that the upcoming edition of Asia’s crown jewel, originally to be held from Jan. 7 to Feb. 5, 2027, will now take place from Dec. 23, 2027, to Jan. 21, 2028.
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2026-11-03 11:41
China hosts 2026 Media Cooperation Forum on Belt and Road in Fuzhou
TEHRAN – The 2026 Media Cooperation Forum on Belt and Road is being held in Fuzhou, southeast China's Fujian Province, on Tuesday, bringing together more than 200 foreign representatives from 100 countries, as well as international and regional organizations, and 182 media outlets and institutions.
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2026-11-03 09:57
Vietnamese ambassador to Iran pays working visit to Kashan, Isfahan province
TEHRAN- On 31 October and 1 November 2026, Vietnamese Ambassador to Iran Nguyen Luong Ngoc paid a working visit to Kashan, Isfahan Province. During the visit, he met with Mr. Mojtaba Raei, the governor of Kashan, and toured local rosewater and carpet production facilities.
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2026-11-03 00:01
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2026-11-02 21:25
By Hessam Heidarzadeh
Iran and Armenia: A Bond Beyond Neighborly Ties
TEHRAN- At first glance, what connects Iran and Armenia may appear to be geographical proximity and the geopolitical considerations that come with it. A closer look at the history and culture of the two countries, however, reveals a relationship that goes far beyond the conventional ties between neighboring states. For centuries, Iran and Armenia have not merely existed side by side; they have been part of each other’s historical, cultural, and social developments. This shared presence can be traced in architecture, language, art, social traditions, and even the collective memory of their peoples. These ties have endured despite changing political borders and shifts in power.
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2026-11-02 21:20
Iran rejects uranium transfer abroad, says Hormuz reopening depends on US ending blockade
TEHRAN — Iran has rejected the transfer of its enriched uranium abroad and said the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz depends on the United States ending its naval blockade and meeting Tehran’s demands, as Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei outlined the country’s positions on nuclear issues, regional security and ongoing diplomatic efforts.
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2026-11-02 21:17
By Xavier Villar
Israeli elections: The genocide wins
MADRID - Preliminary results of Israel's general election show Benjamin Netanyahu, the veteran prime minister, ahead of his rival Gadi Eisenkot, former chief of staff of the armed forces, but still short of a majority of parliamentary seats.
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2026-11-02 21:14
No stable security can emerge without Iran
Vatan-e-Emrooz argued that Iran’s regional influence remains a decisive factor in shaping security developments across West Asia. According to the analysis, any attempt to establish a lasting security framework without including major regional powers would face substantial limitations. In this context, the Islamic Republic of Iran seeks to move beyond being simply an influential participant in regional affairs and become one of the principal actors involved in designing future security mechanisms.
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2026-11-02 21:09
Police chief warns enemy interests worldwide could be targeted in future war
TEHRAN- Brigadier General Ahmad Reza Radan, commander of Iran’s Law Enforcement Command, has warned that any future conflict could extend beyond conventional geographical boundaries, saying that locations hosting the interests of Iran’s adversaries could become targets.
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2026-11-02 21:05
397 attacks on West Bankers in Oct, highest monthly total in 20 years: UN
Israeli settler attacks in the occupied West Bank reached an unprecedented level in October, with the number of incidents causing injuries or property damage exceeding all monthly totals recorded since the United Nations began monitoring them in 2006.
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2026-11-02 21:01
By staff writer
Canada, a Washington ally, is proving that US is not the center of the world
TEHRAN – Canada is taking concrete steps to diversify its international relations as Canadian officials, particularly Prime Minister Mark Carney, have come to realize that the United States, especially under Donald Trump, is no longer a predictable or reliable partner.
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2026-11-02 21:00
Top judge calls for expedited, thorough judicial proceedings into US crimes against Iran
TEHRAN — Iran’s Judiciary Chief Gholamhossein Mohseni-Ejei has called for the expeditious handling of cases concerning US crimes against the Iranian nation, stressing that prompt judicial proceedings must be accompanied by meticulous examination of the evidence and the issuance of well-reasoned, legally sound judgments.
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2026-11-02 20:53
By Ali Minabi
The Gaza ceasefire that keeps killing
TEHRAN – A year after a ceasefire promised to end the genocidal war, Gaza is enduring a peace that exists in name only.
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2026-11-02 20:50
Araghchi: Neighbours top priority of Iran’s foreign policy
TEHRAN— Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Monday that neighbouring countries were the top priority of Iran’s foreign policy, adding that recent developments had further underscored the importance of these relations.
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2026-11-02 20:45
Iran’s SNSC secretary and Putin discuss West Asia in phone call
TEHRAN —Major General Mohsen Rezaei, secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a telephone conversation on the latest regional and international developments, with particular focus on West Asia.
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2026-11-02 20:42
Algeria launches second operation to clear French nuclear test sites
Algeria’s Defense Ministry announced on Sunday the launch of a second operation to remove radioactive waste from former French nuclear test sites in the Sahara Desert, as Paris continues to refuse to hand over maps showing where the waste was buried or take responsibility for clearing it.
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2026-11-02 20:36
By Ehsan Etesam
The politics of anti-Semitism: Europe’s historical record and Iran’s Jewish community
TEHRAN — An accusation can be a powerful political weapon. Few carry the moral and emotional weight of anti-Semitism. Originally intended to identify and confront hostility towards Jewish people, the term has increasingly become part of the political vocabulary used to discredit adversaries, silence critics and delegitimize positions across different political arenas and geographical boundaries.
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2026-11-02 20:35
Violent protests erupt in Swiss cities of Zurich and Basel
Similar to youth-led protests in France, Germany, Italy, Portugal and Albania, two demonstrations were held in Switzerland.
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2026-11-02 20:30
By Mahmoud Mahmoudian
China reaffirms support for Iran’s sovereignty
Tehran rules out compromise on national security
TEHRAN — Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Monday reaffirmed Beijing's support for Iran's sovereignty and security.
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2026-11-02 19:27
Iran-Brazil $10-billion trade targeted
TEHRAN- The Deputy for International Affairs of the Federation of Transport and Logistics, referring to the target of $10 billion in trade between Iran and Brazil, said: “In recent years, the volume of trade exchanges between the two countries has been on an upward trend, and Brazil’s economic capacities, especially in supplying basic goods and agricultural products, have provided a suitable basis for expanding trade cooperation.”