China urges U.S. to remove illegal, unilateral sanctions on Venezuela

China has called on the United States to lift its illegal and unilateral sanctions imposed on Venezuela and do more to facilitate peace, stability and development in Latin America and the Caribbean region, Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning said at a daily press briefing on Friday, Xinhua reported. 

Tourism investors exempt from land use change fees, deputy minister says

TEHRAN-- Deputy Tourism Minister Ali-Asghar Shalbafian has announced the exemption of investors from paying land use change fees.

Tourism minister delivers Pezeshkian’s message calling for enhanced ties with China

TEHRAN--Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Reza Salehi-Amiri has delivered a message from President Masoud Pezeshkian to his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping, which emphasized the need to further strengthen relations between the two countries in cultural heritage, tourism, and handicrafts.

Rayan intl. AI, programming contest wraps up

TEHRAN – The final round of the Rayan international artificial intelligence and programming contest was held on Friday at Sharif University of Technology in Tehran, with participants from 25 countries.

Japan ready to implement environmental projects in Khuzestan

TEHRAN – Japanese Ambassador to Iran, Tamaki Tsukada, has voiced his country’s readiness to implement environmental protection projects in the southwestern Khuzestan Province, particularly in areas related to water and waste management. 

Over 600 earthquakes shake Iran in a month

TEHRAN – A total of 602 earthquakes were recorded across the country in a month from October 23 to November 21, according to the seismological networks of the Institute of Geophysics of the University of Tehran.

Over 1,140 Iranians among world’s 1% most-cited researchers

TEHRAN –A total of 1,142 Iranian researchers have been recognized among the world’s top one percent most-cited researchers in 2025, compared to 1,056 identified researchers in 2024, according to the Islamic World Science Citation (ISC) Institute.

“One Battle after Another” goes on screen at Tehran cultural center

TEHRAN- “One Battle after Another”, a 2025 action thriller film by American filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson, went on screen at the Arasbaran Cultural Center in Tehran on Wednesday. 

Fajr International Film Festival kicks off with 14 films competing for Crystal Simorgh awards

TEHRAN – The 43rd Fajr International Film Festival (FIFF) kicked off on November 26 in Shiraz, Fars Province, with 14 films vying for Crystal Simorgh awards in the international competition section.

Persian-speaking poets from around the world invited to participate in Fajr Intl. Poetry Festival

TEHRAN- The call for the 20th edition of Fajr International Poetry Festival has been announced, aiming to introduce and recognize young poets of our beloved homeland and to foster empathy and solidarity among Persian-speaking communities worldwide.

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Iranian trade mission eyes industrial revival, investment opportunities in Cuba

TEHRAN – An Iranian business delegation has opened discussions in Havana on a series of potential investment projects aimed at reviving Cuba’s stalled industrial capacity, expanding bilateral trade and strengthening cooperation in key sectors ranging from sugar and cement to mining, steel and pharmaceuticals.

Inflation rate rises 1.5%

TEHRAN - The Statistical Center of Iran (SCI) has put the average inflation rate in the twelve-month period ended on October 22, which marks the end of the eighth Iranian calendar month Aban, at 40.4 percent, rising 1.5 percent from the figure for the twelve-month ended to the seventh month.

“Meeting with Boy of Iran Takhti" exhibition to be held in Tehran

TEHRAN - The exhibition “Meeting with the world champion Takhti” will officially open in Tehran with the presence of officials, champions, veterans, and members of the media.

Iran not to attend 2026 World Cup draw

TEHRAN – Iran's football federation will not attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw after two top officials were denied visas.

Industrial parks, new players in energy optimization

TEHRAN- The Director General of the Office for Coordination, Design, Measurement, and Validation of the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Organization (SATBA) stated: Industrial estates can benefit from the advantages by participating in consumption optimization plans and receiving energy saving certificates.

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Iran–Pakistan trade should undergo reforms to ensure stability and growth

TEHRAN - Etemad analyzed the vague and semi-suspended trade exchanges between Iran and neighboring Pakistan.

Lawmakers tell FM to confront West from ‘position of strength’

TEHRAN – A group of Iranian lawmakers has urged the country’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to confront Western powers from a ‘position of strength’.

Hezbollah now ‘more vital than ever’, says Leader's aide following Israeli truce violations

TEHRAN – Ali Akbar Velayati, Senior Advisor to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution on International Affairs, said Israel’s latest attacks on Lebanon demonstrate more clearly than ever the vital role of Hezbollah in safeguarding the country’s security and territorial integrity.

Parliament committee reviews anti-infiltration bill, approves amended clauses

TEHRAN – The spokesperson for the Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Committee said the committee has reviewed the “Bill to Counter Foreign Infiltration” in a session attended by representatives from key security agencies, approving several amended provisions.

Iran once again condemns US military threats against Venezuela

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has once again denounced the United States’ military buildup in the Caribbean.

IRGC seizes haul of military devices belonging to terrorists

TEHRAN – The Islamic Republic of Iran’s Guards Corps (IRGC) has confiscated large quantities of anti-security items from “anti-revolutionary groups”, a term the military uses to describe anti-Iran elements funded by Israel or the West.

Iran’s deputy FM hails close Iran-Tajikistan cooperation after Dushanbe visit

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Majid Takht-Ravanchi says Iran and Tajikistan enjoy strong bonds of friendship rooted in deep cultural and historical commonalities, and that both sides are determined to build on the shared foundations to further enhance mutual ties.

Citizens and officials mark Basij Day with large ceremony

TEHRAN – A large crowd of citizens and officials commemorated the Basij Day, the culmination of the Basij Week, during a ceremony held at the Imam Khomeini Husseiniyeh in central Tehran on Wednesday.