Iran’s 9-month non-oil export to UAE stands at $5.3b

TEHRAN – Iran exported non-oil commodities valued at $5.3 billion to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) during the first nine months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20-December 21, 2024), the head of the Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA) announced.

I’tikaf gets underway all around country

I’tikaf is an ancient Islamic tradition that is usually held during the 13th, 14th, and 15th of the month Rajab.

Israeli general threatened with arrest for treating Palestinians as ‘human animals’

An Israeli major general, who oversaw weaponizing famine and targeting civilian infrastructures in the Gaza Strip, where the Israeli regime has been waging a genocidal war, is threatened with arrest over his treating Palestinians as “human animals.”

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The time of nuclear talks in Geneva

TEHRAN - In a commentary, Donya-e-Eqtesad dealt with the new round of talks between Iran and the European trio of Britain, France and Germany.

Armenia thanks Iran for backing its sovereignty

TEHRAN – Armenia’s President Vahagn Khachaturyan expressed gratitude to the Islamic Republic of Iran for its steadfast support of Armenia’s territorial integrity and national sovereignty during a high-level meeting with the Iranian Parliamentary Friendship Group.

More nuclear sites become focus of defence forces in ongoing military drill

TEHRAN – Iran’s military has commenced extensive air defense drills, code-named "Eqtedar" (Might), in its western and northern regions, focusing on protecting vital sites like the Fordow and Khondab nuclear facilities.

Iranian Navy to receive new destroyer, unveil strategic base in Oman Gulf

TEHRAN – Iran's Navy is witnessing a significant boost in its maritime capabilities with the upcoming unveiling of the Zagros destroyer and the inauguration of a new military base in Jask.

Israel’s territorial ambitions threaten global peace: Iran Foreign Ministry

TEHRAN – The Iranian Foreign Ministry has strongly condemned Israel’s ongoing expansionist policies, stating that the Israeli regime’s recent actions in drawing up a map that includes parts of neighboring countries—such as Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, and all of occupied Palestine—serve as a clear indication of Israel's unrestrained pursuit of territorial expansion.

‘Autocrat’ label and past crimes fuel backlash against outgoing US envoy in Japan

TEHRAN – Japanese citizens have expressed anger over a social media post by outgoing U.S. Ambassador Rahm Emanuel, in which he reiterated his inflammatory remarks about China, Iran, Russia, North Korea, and Venezuela, labeling them an "axis of autocrats."

“A Little Cloud” appears at Iranian bookstores

TEHRAN- Irish novelist and poet James Joyce’s short story “A Little Cloud” has recently been published in Persian.

Araghchi appoints special representative for Syrian affairs

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has appointed Mohammad Reza Raouf Sheibani as his Special Representative for Syrian Affairs.

By Jeffrey Sachs and Sybil Fares

The UN can end the Middle East conflict by welcoming Palestine as a member

The UN, on its 80th birthday in 2025, can mark the occasion by securing a lasting solution to the conflict in the Middle East, by welcoming the State of Palestine as the 194th UN member state. The upcoming UN Conference on Palestine, set for June 2025, can be a turning point – a decisive, irreversible path towards peace in the Middle East. The Trump administration would greatly serve America’s interests, and the world’s, by championing the two-state solution and a comprehensive Middle East peace deal, at the gathering in New York in June.

Israeli officials struggle to conceal frustrations as Gaza truce nears

A ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas is at its closest point, according to officials involved in negotiations in Doha. 

Army receives 1,000 new drones in move that allows it to ‘command the skies’

TEHRAN – Iran has showcased its formidable advancements in air and naval defense, emphasizing its readiness to exert control over its airspace by adding 1,000 new drones ready to use by its armed forces.

National Museum of Iran hosts seminar on Mina’i ware

TEHRAN - On Sunday, a specialized seminar on Mina’i ware was held at the National Museum of Iran, where Leila Khamooshi, an Islamic period pottery expert at the museum, presented the findings of her recent research.

Indian ambassador meets Isfahan’s governor-general during visit to ancient city

TEHRAN - The Governor-General of Isfahan, Mehdi Jamalinejad, hosted the Indian Ambassador to Iran, Rudra Gaurav Shresth, on Monday during the ambassador’s visit to the historic city.

Over 600 prisoners released to mark Father’s Day

TEHRAN – On the occasion of National Father’s Day, which fell on January 14 this year, a total of 603 prisoners of unintentional crimes were freed across the country.

Iraq seeks Iran’s expertise in establishing sci-tech parks

TEHRAN – Iraqi Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Naeem Al-Aboudi, in a meeting with Science, Research, and Technology Minister, Hossein Simaei-Sarraf, has announced Iraq’s interest in benefiting from Iran’s experience and knowledge in establishing science and technology parks.

Rahimi to lead Iran’s sitting volleyball in 2026 Asian Para Games

TEHRAN – Former Iran national team sitting volleyball team captain Mohammadreza Rahimi has been named as head coach of Team Melli in the 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan.

ICRC underscores boosting ties with IRCS in rehabilitation, mental health

TEHRAN – Vincent Cassard, the representative of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Iran, in a meeting with Razieh Alishvandi, the director of the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) for international affairs, has highlighted the need for expanding cooperation in humanitarian sectors, mainly rehabilitation and mental health.

Over 14,000 multiple births registered in 9 months

TEHRAN –Within the first nine months of the current Iranian calendar year (started March 20, 2024), 14,090 multiples were born in the country, according to the Civil Registration Organization.

Iran, Turkey sign cooperation agreement on livestock, aquatic feed

TEHRAN - Majid Movahed Ghaderi, a board member of the Tehran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture (TCCIMA), announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) between Iran and Turkey's private sectors to enhance trade cooperation in the livestock, poultry, and aquatic feed industry.