Qalibaf’s Pakistan visit seals push for stronger economic, security cooperation

TEHRAN – The three days Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf spent in Pakistan this week appear to be the latest step in the two countries’ push for closer and stronger bilateral ties.

A stone of pride: The story behind Tehran's new statue of a Roman emperor's surrender

By Soheila Zarfam

TEHRAN – Hundreds of people spent their Friday evening at Tehran’s Enghelab Square, awaiting the unveiling of a statue depicting an event from nearly 2000 years ago. 

IAF cinematheque to screen Billy Wilder’s “One, Two, Three”

TEHRAN- The cinematheque of the Iranian Artists Forum (IAF) will review American filmmaker Billy Wilder’s 1961 political comedy film “One, Two, Three” on Monday. 

The negotiation traps

TEHRAN - Hamshahri analyzed Donald Trump’s latest remarks. It wrote: In his recent statement, Trump declared: “I was very much in charge of” Israel’s attack on Iran.

Araghchi says Israel ‘source of instability’ in West Asia region

TEHRAN – Iran’s foreign minister has lambasted recent comments by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling Tel Aviv as “the source of instability in the region.”

Iran conducts nationwide cyber drill to counter growing digital threats

TEHRAN – The National Cybersecurity Monitoring Exercise, aimed at evaluating the preparedness of the country’s critical institutions and improving coordination in responding to cyber threats in Iran, has concluded successfully.

Grossi is at it again: IAEA chief repeats incendiary claims on Iran’s nuclear program

TEHRAN – The latest remarks by Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), have reignited controversy over the agency’s neutrality of its reports on Iran’s peaceful nuclear program, as well as the role the UN body plays in helping Western states justify pressure and aggression against the country.

Bill supporting Iranians abroad approved by Guardian council

TEHRAN – The Guardian Council has confirmed that the bill supporting Iranians living abroad does not violate public principles or the Constitution, paving the way for its official implementation.

Tehran seeks compensation as Trump admits he was ‘very much in charge’ of Israel’s raid on Iran

Iran cites Trump's ‘clear and irrefutable evidence’ as proof of US role in attacks

TEHRN – Iran has stated that a public "criminal confession" from U.S. President Donald Trump confirms Washington's direct role in Israel's aggression against the country in June, holding both parties fully responsible for civilian deaths, widespread destruction, and attacks on safeguarded nuclear sites.

Turkish version of Award-winning Iranian novel “Call Me Ziba” republished 

TEHRAN- The 5th edition of the Turkish translation of the acclaimed Iranian children’s book “Call Me Ziba” by Farhad Hassanzadeh has recently been released in Turkey.

Bahram Dabiri’s 50 years of artistic activity to be displayed at TMoCA

TEHRAN – An exhibition of artworks by the veteran Iranian painter Bahram Dabiri will be held at the Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art (TMoCA) from November 10 to December 16.

Three awards for Iran at Kirkuk International Street Theater Festival

TEHRAN – Several Iranian artists were recognized and awarded for their artistic excellence at the ninth edition of the Kirkuk International Street Theater Festival, which was held in Kirkuk, Iraq.

Darfur: A renewed tragedy — two decades after “Never Again”

Two decades after the vow of “Never Again,” the same villages burn, the same people flee, and the same perpetrators walk free. Inaction is not neutrality — it is the final weapon of genocide.

Turkey issues genocide arrest warrant against Netanyahu, top Israeli officials

An Istanbul court on Friday issued arrest warrants for 37 suspects, including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, on charges of crimes against humanity and genocide in Gaza and against the Global Sumud Flotilla vessel that was seized in October, Anadolu reported. 

Israeli airstrikes kill two in Lebanon despite truce

Two brothers have been killed in an Israeli air raid on a vehicle between the southeastern Lebanese towns of Ain Ata and Shebaa, according to Lebanon’s National News Agency, in the latest flagrant violation of a one-year-old ceasefire.

Echoes of the past: Early Sassanian natural mummy on public display

A remarkable archaeological discovery made by miners in Iran’s Zanjan province three decades ago has, after extensive scientific investigation, been confirmed as the naturally preserved remains of a man from the early Sassanian Empire.

Tehran to hold Children and Adolescent Tourism Exhibition

TEHRAN-- Investing in children's tourism leads to increased creativity and field education for children. The Children and Adolescent Tourism Exhibition will be held from November 10 to 14 at Tehran's Milad Tower.

Iranian Carpet Art Day marked at Tehran’s embassy in Berlin

TEHRAN — Iranian Carpet Art Day was celebrated in the conference hall of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Berlin, attended by several ambassadors and diplomats based in Germany, along with enthusiasts of authentic Iranian culture and art.

Revival of Cheshmeh-Ali site a national will, deputy minister says

TEHRAN-- Revival of Cheshmeh-Ali site is not just a local demand, but rather a national will of the Iranian people to preserve the historical identity of Rey, southern Tehran, said Deputy Cultural Heritage Minister Ali Darabi.

First scheduled freight train from Russia arrives at Iran’s Aprin dry port

TEHRAN – The first scheduled freight train from Russia arrived at Iran’s Aprin dry port on Saturday, marking a key milestone in expanding trade ties between Tehran and Moscow and paving the way for regular rail services connecting Iran, Russia, and Central Asian countries.

Over 700 domestic, foreign firms to attend Iran’s electricity industry exhibit

TEHRAN – The 25th Iran International Electricity Exhibition will be held from November 11 to 14 at Tehran’s Permanent International Fairgrounds, featuring 577 Iranian and 115 foreign companies.