Iran to participate in Asian Parliamentary Assembly

TEHRAN - In a diplomatic move, the parliamentary delegation of the Islamic Republic of Iran has embarked on a crucial visit to the Republic of Azerbaijan.

Iran warns U.S. to steer clear of hypocrisy about Israel attack on Rafah

TEHRAN- According to Iran’s foreign minister, the U.S. should stop acting hypocritically regarding the Gaza war and quit talking about a truce in the Gaza Strip while encouraging the Israeli regime to strike Rafah.

Iran praises African Union statement, urges stop to Israel assault on Gaza

TEHRAN- Iran has welcomed a recent statement by the African Union (AU) demanding an end to the military aggression and atrocities committed by the Israeli regime against the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip.

Iran, Belarus hold high-level defense talks

TEHRAN - In a significant development, Brigadier General Hamzeh Ghalandari, the Deputy for International Affairs at the Ministry of Defense and Support of the Armed Forces, initiated a diplomatic mission to Belarus on Monday.

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Iran has emerged as a superpower vis-a-vis America and Israel

TEHRAN - In a note, Kayhan addressed Iran's position in the region and wrote: The events of the last few months in the region indicate a much more important event: the emergence of Iran as a Middle East superpower.

Two new warships added to IRGC Navy Force

TEHRAN – At a ceremony in the southern Iranian port city of Bandar Abbas on Monday, two new warships from the Shahid Soleimani-class were unveiled.

Why Western media advances false narratives on Iran’s regional allies

Resistance groups are not pawns

TEHRAN – The whirlwind of recent headlines from The Washington Post and Reuters have taken center stage, where they have thrust into the spotlight audacious claims about Iran's alleged influence over regional Resistance groups.

Naybandan, Iran’s largest wildlife sanctuary

Naybandan, in the eastern province of South Khorasan, is the country's largest wildlife sanctuary.

Iran attending FAO intl. conference on agrifood systems reform

TEHRAN – The Islamic Republic of Iran is taking a step to reshape agrifood systems across the Asia-Pacific region by dispatching a high-level delegation to the 37th Regional Conference for Asia and the Pacific (#APRC37) being held from February 19 to 22 in Colombo, Sri Lanka.

Pneumococcal vaccination of babies kicks off

TEHRAN – A national program for pneumococcal vaccination of babies under 12 months of age started today.

Italian university ready to expand academic ties with Iran   

TEHRAN – Luiss University of Italy has announced readiness to reinforce scientific and academic cooperation with Iranian universities.

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The UAE is worried about the anger of Iran and resistance groups

TEHRAN - In a note, Kayhan addressed the limitation of the U.S. military by the UAE and wrote: The American publication Politico says that the UAE has limited the U.S. military in using its military base for attacks against groups close to Iran.

Iran warns against global interference, vows swift response to any threats

TEHRAN – The spokesman for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, has warned that any endeavor to disrupt the interests of the Islamic Republic of Iran on a global scale will be met with a decisive response.

U.S. withdrawal from region entails brotherly ties among neighboring countries: diplomat

TEHRAN- Tehran’s plan to drive the U.S. out of the region is underscored by the deputy foreign minister of Iran, who said that greater links and coordinated actions among the neighbors are vital.

Enemies oppose Iran elections

TEHRAN- In a meeting with a large number of people from East Azerbaijan Province, the Leader of Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei described the front of Arrogance as being opposed to Iran’s elections. This meeting was held in the Imam Khomeini Hussainiyah on Sunday.

Hormozgan to showcase beauties to Chinese influencers

TEHRAN – Mohammad Mohseni, the director of the Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Department of Hormozgan, stated that a number of Chinese influencers have been invited to the southern province.

Women revive West Azarbaijan’s handicrafts

TEHRAN - Morteza Safari, who presides over the tourism directorate of West Azarbaijan province, highlighted a significant trend, stating that over 60% of the workforce in the province's handicraft industries comprises women.

Kerman nominated for D-8 tourism capital

TEHRAN – Iran’s Kerman seeks to become the tourism capital for the D-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation, also known as Developing-8.

IRCS rescues over 3,000 people in three days

TEHRAN –The Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) rescued 3,166 individuals grappling with natural hazards over the past three days.

Long-term weekly precipitation increases by 85%

TEHRAN – An average of 15.8 millimeters of rainfall was recorded in the country in the week ended on February 16, showing an increase of 85 percent compared to the average long-term rainfall of 8.5 mm, according to the Meteorological Organization.

Tehran, Moscow planning to mutually recognize higher education degrees

TEHRAN – Iran and Russia are about to reach an agreement on mutually recognizing higher education degrees, Hadi Goudarzi, the counselor of the Iranian Embassy in the Russian Federation, has said.

Iran’s enemies continue to sow discord in futile attempts: commander

TEHRAN - Commander of the Iranian Army’s Air Defense Force Brigadier General Alireza Sabahi Fard has urged the enemies to refrain from concocting imaginary scenarios and futile schemes concerning Iran, emphasizing the need to avoid any form of intervention, mischief, and the creation of discord.

Over 100 parties, 20 coalitions assert readiness for upcoming election

TEHRAN- 103 parties and 20 electoral coalitions have declared their readiness for the forthcoming late winter election, announced Iranian Interior Minister Ahmad Vahidi.