By Mona Hojat Ansari 

‘History will not forgive delay in ending the Gaza tragedy’: Araghchi 

Attending an OIC session, Iran’s FM calls upon the Muslim world to finally do something about Israel’s crimes

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi asked Muslim leaders on Monday to take decisive action to put an end to Israel’s massacre of Palestinians in Gaza, warning that the region may never be able to stand against Israeli violence if it does not act now. 

Iranian media says Tehran, E3 set for Geneva nuclear talks on Tuesday

TEHRAN – Iran is scheduled to resume nuclear negotiations with Germany, France, and the United Kingdom in Geneva on Tuesday, with discussions centered on nuclear issues and the termination of sanctions, according to a report by Tasnim News Agency.

Iran and Russia reiterate Tehran’s right to uranium enrichment during presidential phonecall 

TEHRAN – President Masoud Pezeshkian has lauded Russia's firm backing of Iran's legitimate right to uranium enrichment while reaffirming the Islamic Republic's unwavering commitment to never pursuing nuclear weapons, a stance rooted in its core principles and defense strategy. 

Iranian president, cabinet pay tribute to martyrs of Israel’s war

TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and members of his cabinet paid tribute to the martyrs of the Islamic Revolution, the Iran-Iraq war era and the recent war with Israel at Behesht-e Zahra Cemetery in Tehran on Monday, marking the start of Government Week.

Iran’s judiciary chief urges swift action against Zionist collaborators

TEHRAN – Iran's Judiciary Chief Gholamhossein Mohseni-Ejei has called on prosecutors and senior judicial officials to accelerate the handling of cases involving individuals accused of collaborating with the Zionist regime, stressing that such elements undermine the security of the Iranian people.

Will there be another war?

Khorasan raised a question whether the war between Iran and Israel will be resumed after a lull. It said: There are scattered reports about the end of the temporary ceasefire and the imminent resumption of war between Iran and the Zionist regime, but we must first distinguish between possibility and probability.

Iran stands firm against US pressure for obedience

Ayatollah Khamenei says ‘sacred unity’ an achievement of war that must be protected

TEHRAN – Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei attended a public mourning ceremony that commemorated the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Reza (AS) on Sunday. He delivered a speech some point during the event, where he spoke about the 12-day U.S.-Israeli aggression against Iran, and promised that Iranians will continue to resist U.S. pressure to subjugate them. 

Six terrorists killed, two captured in counterterrorism operation near Pakistan border

TEHRAN – Iranian intelligence forces have dismantled a terrorist cell in the southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan, killing six of its members and arresting two others during a major counterterrorism operation.

By Fatemeh Kavand

The Iron Dome of silence

How Israel censored Iran’s military success, and why that added to its defeat 

TEHRAN – At midnight on June 13, 2025, Iran shook regional dynamics by launching Operation True Promise III in response to a direct Israeli aggression. 

Araghchi arrives in Jeddah for emergency OIC meeting 

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi travelled in the Saudi port of Jeddah on Sunday to attend an extraordinary Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) meeting. Before embarking on his trip, the diplomat warned in an op-ed that Israel’s expansionist ambitions pose an “existential threat” to regional states and international peace.

Iranians cannot be made to surrender: Larijani

TEHRAN – The Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, Ali Larijani, sat down with a media outlet affiliated with the Leader of the Islamic Revolution to conduct his most expansive interview since being appointed to his new role.

Araghchi warns Europe against 'snapback' misuse, stresses Iran’s readiness for diplomacy

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi, in phone calls with his French, British, German counterparts and EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas on Friday, reaffirmed Tehran’s commitment to diplomacy while warning that the European trio and the EU lack both the legal and moral authority to invoke the so-called “snapback” mechanism.

Iran says new UK sanctions 'fundamentally unacceptable'

Iran has slammed the United Kingdom’s imposition of fresh sanctions, describing the move as “fundamentally unacceptable” and a violation of international norms.

Iran’s military leadership vows 'stronger' response to any aggression as naval drill tops headlines

In a series of messages marking National Defense Industry Day, Iran’s top military commanders have unanimously declared the nation’s armed forces are at their highest level of readiness, promising a response to any aggressor that would be “more crushing” than the one delivered during the 12-day war with Israel.

‘Turning point’ for Iran-Belarus relations as new cooperation roadmap planned

TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said his visit to Belarus marked a “turning point” in bilateral relations, stressing that Tehran sees no limits to strengthening cooperation with Minsk across political, economic, and cultural fields.

Iran used its older generation of missiles during recent war with Israel, says defense minister

TEHRAN – Iran’s Minister of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics has declared that the country possesses advanced missile systems with significantly greater capabilities than those deployed during the recent 12-day war against Israel, cautioning that Tehran will not hesitate to use them in response to any new hostilities.

US pursuit of ‘zero enrichment’ derailed nuclear diplomacy: Araghchi 

TEHRAN – Iran’s top diplomat has stated that Washington’s recent military actions against Iran were a direct result of its failed efforts to force Tehran into completely abandoning its nuclear enrichment program.

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Highlights of Pezeshkian’s strategic trip to Armenia

TEHRAN - In a note, Hamshahri discussed President Masoud Pezheshkian's trip to Armenia and wrote: About 10 days after the signing of the peace agreement between Armenia and the Republic of Azerbaijan at the White House (on the establishment of the Zangezur corridor), the President's visit to Yerevan carried special strategic importance.

Ayatollah Khamenei offers condolences on passing of Iranian miniaturist Mahmoud Farshchian

TEHRAN – Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has offered his condolences on the passing of the celebrated master miniaturist Mahmoud Farshchian.

Oil minister says Iran has no unsold oil waiting at sea

TEHRAN – Iranian Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad has stated that the country has no unsold oil waiting at sea, clarifying that all current shipments are strategically managed in line with market demand.

By Shahrokh Saei

President Pezeshkian's Armenia visit: Cementing a strategic partnership

TEHRAN — President Masoud Pezeshkian’s two-day trip to Armenia, which began on Monday, reaffirmed the close ties between Tehran and Yerevan despite persistent anti-Iran narratives in certain Western media outlets.

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Increasing power through economic development

TEHRAN - Arman-e-Melli discussed the Trump–Putin meeting in Alaska in an interview with international relations analyst Fereydoun Majlesi.

Iran's military strength has increased since 12-day war: IRGC

TEHRAN – The deputy commander of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has declared that Iran’s military preparedness is now significantly higher than it was two months ago, when the war with Israel began.

South Caucasus route takes center stage in Iran-Armenia talks as two sides plan strategic pact

TEHRAN – Iran and Armenia have signed a series of cooperation agreements aimed at deepening their political, economic, and cultural ties, with both sides agreeing to finalize a comprehensive strategic cooperation document in the near future.

Iran announces first domestic overhaul of BK-117 helicopter engine

TEHRAN – Despite international sanctions limiting its access to aviation components, Iran’s domestic experts have successfully performed a full engine overhaul on a BK 117 helicopter.