Protesters accuse Israel of orchestrating blockade of Iranian flights

The Lebanese army clashed with protesters angry over the government’s decision to block two Iranian passenger planes from landing at Rafic Hariri International Airport.

Dublin demonstration: Protesters condemn Trump’s Gaza plan 

Around 1,000 people took part in a demonstration for Palestine in Dublin city center on Saturday, marching from the Department of Foreign Affairs to the American Embassy in Ballsbridge.

Natalia Ginzburg’s “The Advertisement” on stage at Tehran’s City Theater

TEHRAN-The play “The Advertisement” by Italian writer Natalia Ginzburg is on stage at the City Theater in Tehran.

Resistance Film Festival condemns silence of global cinema

TEHRAN- The Resistance International Film Festival is poised to amplify the voices of the oppressed amidst a worrying silence from the world's leading film festivals, the secretary of the festival has stated. 

International Storytelling Festival showcases global talent in Yazd

TEHRAN- The 26th International Storytelling Festival, organized by Iran's Institute for Intellectual Development of Children and Young Adults (IIDCYA), commenced on Saturday in Yazd, showcasing a diverse range of talents from around the globe.

22nd Tehran Auction realizes $2.5 million 

TEHRAN-The 22nd Tehran Auction achieved a sales total of $2.5 million (2.25 trillion rials) on Friday evening.

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FATF demands Iran to join Palermo

TEHRAN - In a note, Hamshahri discussed the consequences if Iran joins the FATF.

Iran sets registration dates for midterm Assembly of Experts elections

TEHRAN – The Iranian Election Headquarters has announced that candidate registration for the midterm elections of the Assembly of Experts in South Khorasan and East Azarbaijan provinces will take place from March 1 to March 6.

Mohammad Reza Bahrami appointed as director general for South Asia at Iran foreign ministry

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, has appointed Mohammad Reza Bahrami Taqanaki as the new Assistant Minister and Director General for South Asian Affairs at the Foreign Ministry.

President Pezeshkian makes unannounced visit to Tabriz

TEHRAN – Following his provincial visit to Bushehr as part of the National Unity Government’s agenda, Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian made an unannounced trip to Tabriz on Thursday night for a brief, informal stay.

Iraq’s Kurdistan says it won’t allow threats against Iran’s security

TEHRAN – Nechirvan Barzani, the President of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, reaffirmed the region’s commitment to safeguarding Iran’s security in an interview with the Iranian Students' News Agency (ISNA) on Saturday.

Tehran condemns ‘humiliating’ US migrant treatment after video details handcuffing of children

TEHRAN – Iran has vehemently condemned the United States' recent deportation practices, describing them as "humiliating" and in violation of human rights standards.

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Hariri’s promising return 

The ex-PM’s reemergence essentially needed to counter sedition 

BEIRUT – On the 20th anniversary of the heinous assassination of his father Rafik Hariri and three years after remaining outside politics, Saad Hariri appeared from the same place that he appeared for the first time 20 years ago.

Iran confirms ‘indirect’ diplomatic engagement with Syria’s new leadership

TEHRAN – Iran’s Special Envoy for Syria Mohammad Reza Raouf Sheibani confirmed that Tehran has established “indirect channels of communication” with Syria’s de facto rulers, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), following the group’s consolidation of power in Damascus.

Samanu festival celebrated in Daraq, eastern Iran

TEHRAN - The annual Samanu-Pazan Festival was held this past Friday in the town of Daraq, North Khorasan, drawing a large crowd of tourists and locals alike. Organized by the Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Department of Garmeh county, where Daraq is situated in eastern Iran, the event celebrated one of the region’s most cherished traditions: the preparation of Samanu, a sweet, nutritious paste made from wheat germ.

Esfahak’s registration document as UN Best Tourism Village unveiled

TEHRAN – Esfahak’s registration document as the UN Tourism’s Best Tourism Village was officially unveiled at the pavilion of South Khorasan during the 18th Tehran International Tourism and Related Industries Exhibition, with senior provincial officials signing the certificate.

Kyrgyz president expresses opinion on Elon Musk's initiative to shut down RFE and VOA

Elon Musk has called for the shutdown of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) and Voice of America (VOA), two media organizations funded by the US government through a post on his X social media platform.

Copper exports reach $644m in 10 months

TEHRAN – Iran’s copper exports reached 310 trillion rials or $644 million in the first 10 months of the current Iranian year (March 20, 2024-January 19, 2025), according to the Iranian Mines and Mining Industries Development and Renovation Organization (IMIDRO).

Inter forward Taremi on verge of being sold

TEHRAN - Mehdi Taremi is reportedly at risk of being sold by Inter in the summer, just a year after he joined on a free transfer from Porto, which means that the Nerazzurri could sanction the sale of three forwards during the next transfer window.

Pezeshkian meets with distinguished school-building benefactor

TEHRAN – During a trip to the city of Tabriz on Friday, President Masoud Pezeshkian met with Karim Mardani-Azar, a distinguished school-building benefactor.

Home appliance production grows 10% amid market challenges

TEHRAN – Iran’s home appliance industry has seen a 10 percent increase in production during the first 10 months of the current Iranian year (March 20, 2024-January 19, 2025), despite ongoing market stagnation, IRNA reported.