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TEHRAN- In a note, Shargh covered the visit of Majid Takht-Ravanchi, Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs, to Oman and the diplomatic consultations between the two countries. It wrote: From a strategic perspective, this visit reflects the exceptional relationship between Iran and Oman, a relationship built not on noise and rivalry, but on trust and mutual respect. Over the years, Oman has consistently played the role of a bridge between Iran and Western and Arab states.

IRGC Navy commander inspects forces on strategic Persian Gulf islands

TEHRAN – Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy, visited the islands of Bu Musa and Siri on Sunday to assess the combat readiness of stationed forces and equipment.

Iran parliament speaker condemns bloodshed in Sudan

TEHRAN – The Iranian Parliament speaker has categorically condemned the death and destruction in the Sudanese city of El Fasher, calling for peace and security there.

Two volunteer security forces martyred in terrorist attack in SE Iran

TEHRAN – Two members of Iran’s volunteer security forces have been killed in an armed attack in the southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan, the Quds Base of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Ground Force announced in a statement on Saturday.

Russian FM says no limits for military cooperation with Iran

TEHRAN – Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says the sky is the limit when it comes to military and technical cooperation with Iran, adding Russia is currently meeting Iran’s needs.

Iran intensifies diplomatic efforts to free national detained in Turkey

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi highlighted the Foreign Ministry’s ongoing efforts to secure the release of Ahmad Reza Beyzaei, an Iranian university professor currently detained in Turkey, emphasizing that all available diplomatic channels and tools are being employed.

"The Waltz of Chance" to go on stage in Tehran

TEHRAN- An adaptation of French playwright Victor Haim’s play "The Waltz of Chance" ("La Valse du Hasard") is scheduled to go on stage at Tehran's City Theater Complex on Tuesday. 

UNESCO names Bayazid Bastami, Allameh Tabataba’i as commemorative figures for 2026–2027 cycle  

TEHRAN- Bayazid Bastami and Allameh Tabataba’i; two prominent figures of Iranian mysticism and philosophy, have been listed among UNESCO’s commemorative programs for the 2026–2027 period.

Iranian filmmaker Ebrahim Mokhtari to chair international jury at French film festival

TEHRAN – Iranian filmmaker Ebrahim Mokhtari will serve as the president of the international jury of the 4th New Persian Images Festival, where a number of films from Iran will be screened.

U.S. strike kills three in the Caribbean, no proof of drug activity

Three men were killed in a US strike on an alleged drug-smuggling boat in the Caribbean, US War Secretary Pete Hegseth said, the BBC reported. 

Regional Museum of Southeastern Iran, a mirror of Iranian culture, civilization

TEHRAN-- The Regional Museum of Southeastern Iran, with its display of a treasure trove of ancient and anthropological artifacts, narrates the glory of the ancient civilization of Sistan-Baluchestan province.

Growth in Zanjan travel; emerging phenomenon

TEHRAN— Zanjan province is currently recognized as a symbol of the transformation in Iranian travel patterns; a transformation that can pave a new path for the development of modern and event-based tourism in the country.

Intl. conference opportunity to introduce one of hottest spots on Earth

TERHAN—The Fourth International Lut Desert Tourism Conference will be a unique opportunity to introduce tourism and investment capacities in one of the hottest spots on Earth, said Head of South Khorasan Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Department Seyyed Ahmad Barabadi.

Intl. Iranology congress to be held in Tehran and Shiraz in mid-November

TEHRAN – An international Iranology congress, organized by the Islamic Culture and Relations Organization and the Iranology Foundation, will take place in Tehran and Shiraz from Nov. 15 to 18.

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India’s embassy in Tehran marks Diwali with cultural celebration

TEHRAN – On Saturday evening, the Embassy of India in Tehran celebrated Diwali, aka the Festival of Lights, with a cultural event held at the residence of the Indian ambassador, attended by diplomats, Iranian artists, and cultural figures.

We must not underestimate Al Shorta: Skocic

TEHRAN – Iran’s Tractor head coach Dragan Skocic says his team will not underestimate Al Shorta ahead of their clash in the 2025/26 AFC Champions League Elite on Monday.

Iran, Pakistan discuss ways to strengthen trade, economic co-op

TEHRAN- Iran's ambassador in Islamabad and Pakistan's Commerce Minister met and discussed ways to strengthen bilateral trade and economic cooperation.

License issued for establishing Iranian products, services trade, marketing center in Baghdad

TEHRAN- The Trade Promotion Organization of Iran (TPO) has issued the preliminary license for the establishment of an Iranian products and services commercial and marketing center in Baghdad, Iraq, to the Organization of Specialists and Managers.