Handala names Iron Dome architects in devastating leak

TEHRAN – In another operation in its cyber campaign against Israel’s military establishment, the pro-Palestine hacking collective Handala has published the detailed identities of what it calls the “main architects” of the Iron Dome missile defense system.

National document for Iran’s cultural heritage declared

TEHRAN--President Masoud Pezeshkian, who is also chairman of the Supreme Council of the Cultural Revolution, declared the national document for cultural heritage, which is the result of cooperation between the country's scientific, cultural, and executive administrations.

Iran-Oman agreement boosts marine-based tourism, minister says

TEHRAN--Minister of Cultural Heritage Reza Salehi-Amiri announced the beginning of a new chapter in the marine-based economy given the recent agreement between Iran and Oman.

National conference reviews technology use in salvage archaeology for dam projects

TEHRAN - A national conference on the use of modern science and technology in salvage archaeology for major water and energy infrastructure projects was held in Tehran on Saturday.

Minister urges restoration of Arak bazaar ahead of possible UNESCO review

TEHRAN – Iran’s tourism minister said on Saturday that the historical bazaar of Arak requires urgent restoration work as the government pursues its possible inscription on UNESCO’s World Heritage list.

Elymaean rock carving discovered in southwest Iran

TEHRAN – A newly identified Elymaean rock carving has been discovered in the highlands of Kuh-e Manar in Andika, southwest Iran, according to the director of the Masjed Soleyman Cultural and Industrial Landscape National Base.

Rainfall drops by over 88% in long term

TEHRAN – Since the beginning of the current water year, September 23, until December 5, a total of 4.7 mm of rainfall has been recorded in the country, indicating an 88.4-percent decline from the long-term figure of 40.2 mm, according to the Meteorological Organization.

Iran explores potential to develop health ties with Africa

TEHRAN – The ministries of health and foreign affairs, in a virtual meeting with Iranian ambassadors and attachés in Africa, have discussed ways to promote cooperation with African countries in the health sector.

Iranian experts convene at MAHAK for SIOP Asia Meet-up 2025

TEHRAN - MAHAK Charity Institute hosted the 2025 SIOP Asia Meet-up on December 4, 2025, at its headquarters in Tehran, bringing together leading experts, researchers, and representatives of major scientific societies for a focused discussion on the future of pediatric oncology in Iran.

Iranian, Turkish private sectors emphasize strengthening bilateral ties

TEHRAN- During the side programs of the Tehran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines, and Agriculture (TCCIMA)’s delegation at the Plast Eurasia Istanbul exhibition, a meeting was held between this delegation and a group of board members and managers of the Istanbul Chamber of Commerce.

Hamas signals readiness to place arms under Palestinian state authority

Hamas said Saturday it was ready to hand over its weapons in the Gaza Strip to a Palestinian authority governing the territory on the condition that the Israeli army's occupation ends, AFP reported Saturday.

Israel committed 57 assaults on Palestinian journalists in November alone

Israeli forces and illegal settlers committed 57 violations and assaults against journalists in the occupied West Bank and Gaza in November, Anadolu reported Sunday, citing the Palestinian Journalists Syndicate (PJS).

INSF, Uzbekistan Innovative Development Agency to support joint scientific research

TEHRAN – Iran and Uzbekistan will support the implementation of 10 research projects following a joint call by the Iran National Science Foundation (INSF) and the Agency for Innovative Development under the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Innovation of the Republic of Uzbekistan.

5,000 National Housing Movement units to be ready for delivery by March 2026

TEHRAN- The managing director of New Towns Development Company announced the company's readiness to deliver 5,000 units of the National Housing Movement Plan by the end of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20, 2026), stating: “Approximately 52,000 National Housing Movement units in these towns have achieved over 50 percent physical progress.”

FAO holds workshop on effective use of agricultural water in Lake Urmia

TEHRAN – Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), in cooperation with the Governorate of West Azarbaijan Province, has held a workshop on a project titled ‘Enhancing Restoration Activities in Lake Urmia through the Effective Use of Agricultural Water’, marking the official launch of the project’s second phase.

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Mohsen Shadi elected head of Iran’s Rowing Federation

TEHRAN – Mohsen Shadi was elected unopposed as the new president of the Iran Rowing Federation on Sunday, securing all 38 votes cast at the election held at Iran’s Olympic Academy.

Iran to play 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage on U.S. soil

TEHRAN – Iran national football team will play their group stage matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Los Angeles and Seattle.

Iranians win accolades at 2025 World Taekwondo U21 Championships

TEHRAN – Abolfazl Zandi of Iran was chosen the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the inaugural Nairobi 2025 World Taekwondo Under 21 Championships.

South Korea's positive signal to Isfahan's economy

TEHRAN- During his visit to Isfahan Province, South Korean Ambassador to Iran Kim Junpyo paid a visit to the Isfahan Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines, and Agriculture, where he met with Amir Keshani, the chamber's president. They discussed expanding cooperation between South Korea and Isfahan.

Iran and Pakistan agree to revive key rail link

TEHRAN- As two neighbors with continously growing ties, Iran and Pakistan have agreed to revive the Islamabad–Tehran–Istanbul (ITI) freight train service later this year.

Iran and Egypt foreign ministers discuss Gaza, bilateral ties

TEHRAN - In a telephone call on Saturday, the foreign ministers of Iran and Egypt discussed bilateral relations and the ongoing Israeli violence in Gaza. Iran’s Seyyed Abbas Araghchi and Egypt’s Badr Abdelatty agreed to continue dialogue to develop ties between the two nations.

“Fear of Others” published in Persian

TEHRAN – The Persian translation of the book “Fear of Others” written by Christophe André, Patrick Légeron, and Antoine Pelissolo has been released in the bookstores across Iran.

Audiobook of “Wilf the Mighty Worrier Rescues the Dinosaurs” available for Persian listeners 

TEHRAN- An audiobook of the Persian edition of British screenwriter and author Georgia Pritchett’s “Wilf the Mighty Worrier Rescues the Dinosaurs” has been released by Ketab Park, which is also the publisher of the Persian print edition of the book.