Health Ministry: Death toll from Israel’s war on Gaza surpasses 62,000

The Palestinian Ministry of Health in Gaza said on Monday 60 people were killed and 344 injured in the past 24 hours as a result of ongoing Israeli attacks, Al Jazeera reported. 

Some 800,000 more Afghan refugees to be expelled by March 2026

TEHRAN – Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni has said some 800,000 more undocumented Afghan refugees will be sent back to their home country by the end of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20, 2026).

Overhaul of South Pars first refinery begins

TEHRAN- The manager of the first refinery of the South Pars Gas Complex announced the start of major repairs to the refinery with the technical and support teams fully prepared.

Iran honors WHO representative at end of mission

TEHRAN – In a farewell ceremony held on Wednesday, August 14, in Tehran, the ministry of health appreciated Jaffar Hussain, the World Health Organization representative, for his efforts and contributions to the development of the country’s health sector.

Amnesty International: Israel deliberately starving Gaza

Amnesty International has accused Israel of carrying out a deliberate campaign of starvation in the Gaza Strip.

Israeli army chief: Gaza City residents to be ‘evacuated’ within two months

Israel’s army chief has said plans are in place to “evacuate” Gaza City residents within two months, before an expanded military operation, according to an Israeli media report.

Intl. building, construction industry exhibition opens in Tehran

TEHRAN – Iran on Monday opened the 25th International Exhibition of Building and Construction Industry (Iran CONFAIR 2025), the country’s largest trade fair for the construction sector, with officials highlighting the industry’s export potential and central role in the economy.

DOE official highlights role of science in species conservation

TEHRAN – Utilizing the science and capabilities of experts is essential for species conservation as it plays a key role in addressing the critical situation of endangered species, an official with the Department of Environment (DOE) has said.

Over 30 countries to attend 10th Science, Technology Exchange Program

TEHRAN – Participants from over 30 countries will attend the 10th Science and Technology Exchange Program (STEP), scheduled to take place on September 7 at Tehran’s Amirkabir University of Technology.

Australia bars entry of Israeli politician who backed Gaza displacement

Australia’s federal government has cancelled the visa of Israeli politician Simcha Rothman, a member of Israel's far right Mafdal-Religious Zionism party, just days before he was due to arrive in Australia for a speaking event, ABC news reported. 

Tehran, Islamabad set $3b target for agricultural trade

TEHRAN – Iran and Pakistan signed a joint statement pledging to expand cooperation in agriculture, trade and food security, with officials setting a goal to boost bilateral agricultural trade to $3.0 billion within two years.

Iran unveils 1st domestically built advanced class-F gas turbine

TEHRAN – Iran on Monday unveiled its first domestically produced advanced class-F gas turbine, a milestone the government said will boost the country’s power generation capabilities.

AFP report: Hamas confirms receiving new Gaza truce plan

Hamas negotiators in Cairo have received a new proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza calling for an initial 60-day truce and captive release in two batches, a Palestinian official said on Monday.

SATBA issues call for solar power projects backed by NDF

TEHRAN – Iran’s Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Organization (SATBA) on Sunday invited qualified companies to apply for the construction of solar power plants with financing from the National Development Fund (NDF).

Palestinian Foreign Ministry condemns Netanyahu’s ‘provocative’ West Bank visit

The Palestinian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has condemned what it describes as a “provocative colonial incursion” by Netanyahu into the illegal Ofra settlement in the occupied West Bank, Al Jazeera reported. 

Sepahan complete signing of Enzo Crivelli

TEHRAN – French forward Enzo Vito Gabriel Crivelli joined Iran’s Sepahan football club on Sunday.

Iran’s Vahedi in FIBA Asia Cup 2025 All-Star Five

TEHRAN – Iran basketball team points guard Sina Vahedi has been selected among 2025 FIBA Asia Cup 2025 All-Star Five

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2025 World Games a valuable experience: Pourabdian

TEHRAN - Iran’s women’s canoe polo captain, Elahe Pourabdian, is not satisfied with seventh place at the Chengdu World Games, but says that competing in the event was a valuable experience for the team.

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Consequences and future scenarios: balance or escalation?

TEHRAN - Shargh, in a commentary, discussed possible consequences of invoking the JCPOA’s dispute resolution mechanism by Europeans.

Iran, Armenia bound by shared interests, FM Araghchi writes in a note

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says the interests of Iran and Armenia are closely linked, particularly in light of global uncertainty and shifting regional dynamics.

IRGC thwarts terrorist plots in Sistan and Baluchestan, kills five terrorists

TEHRAN – Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has dismantled two terrorist teams plotting suicide attacks in the southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan. According to the Quds Base of the IRGC Ground Force, five terrorists were killed in raids on their hideouts in the province’s northern and southern regions.

Iran warns enemies of devastating response as it honors war veterans 

TEHRAN – Iran's military leaders have marked the anniversary of prisoners returning from the Iran-Iraq war with harsh warnings to the United States and Israel, promising overwhelming retaliation against any new aggression.

Iran, Saudi Arabia entering strategic rapprochement, says Iranian envoy

TEHRAN – Iran and Saudi Arabia are deepening their diplomatic and strategic engagement, addressing shared regional challenges, according to Iranian Ambassador to Riyadh Alireza Enayati.