TEHRAN PAPERS

Interaction, instead of confrontation, between Iran and Saudi Arabia

TEHRAN - Arman-e-Milli examined Saudi Defense Minister Khalid bin Salman Al Saud's trip to Tehran and noted: What made this preplanned trip important more than anything else were the goals and dimensions of this Saudi official's visit, which were worth considering in their own right.

Tehran to host intl. conference on humanity, freedom

TEHRAN – An international conference on humanity and freedom is scheduled to be held in Tehran on December 3, 2025.

Nuclear program architect Dr. Akbar Etemad laid to rest in Tehran

TEHRAN – Iran held a farewell on Saturday morning for Dr. Akbar Etemad, widely known as the “father of Iran’s nuclear program.”

Regional disarmament agenda serves Israeli, U.S. interests: Iranian envoy

TEHRAN – Iran’s Ambassador to Lebanon, Mojtaba Amani, has denounced the push to disarm Hezbollah as a “clear conspiracy against nations,” warning that undermining deterrent power would jeopardize sovereignty and national independence.

Iran-Russia strategic agreement will be reviewed if ratified by parliament: Guardian Council

TEHRAN – The Guardian Council has announced that it will review the Iran-Russia strategic agreement if it passes through Parliament, in accordance with Articles 77 and 125 of the Constitution.

No retreat from stance despite pressure: Iran FM tells RT

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, has asserted that the country has not wavered in its positions, despite external pressures.

Iran-Saudi ties key to regional stability: Tehran’s envoy to Riyadh

TEHRAN – Iran’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Ali Enayati, has described the recent visit of Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman to Tehran as a key milestone in deepening regional cooperation and advancing Iran-Saudi relations.

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Following second round of negotiations in Rome, expert-level talks set for Wednesday in Muscat ahead of April 26 high-level meeting

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has highlighted that Iran and the United States have made significant progress in their ongoing indirect nuclear negotiations.

Iran announces first action plan against money laundering, financing terrorism

TEHRAN- The First Action Plan of the Islamic Republic of Iran against money laundering and financing terrorism has been announced by the country’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU).

UNHCR releases strategy, vision account for Iran 2025-2027

TEHRAN –The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has released its vision for Iran by the end of 2027.

By Maryam Tavassoli

Which countries are main buyers of Iranian nanotech products?

TEHRAN – Iran’s investment in nanotechnology research and development has led to the rise of the country as a global leader in nanotechnology, producing and exporting products to different countries across the world.

National clean earth day to highlight renewables

TEHRAN – The Department of Environment (DOE) will observe the national clean earth day under the theme ‘clean energy, clean earth’, highlighting the critical role of renewable energies in saving the planet.

By Seyed Hossein Mousavian

A nuclear deal with Iran is possible—but only if the U.S. learns from history

As the second round of nuclear talks between the United States and Iran gets underway this weekend, suspicion and distrust between the two sides remain high. U.S. President Donald Trump continues to make threats against the country I served for years as a policymaker and a diplomat. Understandably, Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei remains cautious. “We are very pessimistic about the other side, but we are optimistic about our own capabilities,” he said recently.

U.S. airstrikes on Yemen fueling regional instability: Tehran

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Esmaeil Baghaei, has strongly condemned U.S. airstrikes in Yemen that targeted a key fuel port, resulting in the deaths of at least 58 people and injuring 126 others.

Pezeshkian praises Iran’s armed forces on National Army Day

TEHRAN – Iran celebrated its National Army Day on Friday with a series of military parades across Tehran and other provinces, showcasing the country’s defense capabilities and achievements.

Iran FM discusses bilateral cooperation, regional issues in Moscow

MOSCOW - Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi made a two-day visit to Moscow on Thursday with the primary aim of delivering a letter from Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Ali Khamenei to Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Rubio blames Iran for JCPOA collapse, overlooks U.S. withdrawal from the deal

TEHRAN – Marco Rubio, the U.S. Secretary of State, has said European nations need to make a decision on whether to reinstate sanctions against Iran, accusing Tehran of not complying with the terms of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).

Russian tourists arrive in Ilam province with campers amid growing tourism ties

TEHRAN - A group of 18 Russian campers and SUVs has arrived in Iran’s Ilam province as part of a broader tour across the country, marking a new chapter in expanding tourism ties between Iran and Russia.

Iran sets goal of €6 billion annual revenue from medical tourism

TEHRAN – Iran has set a target to generate €6 billion in annual revenue from medical tourism, according to a new policy document approved and announced by the government.

Tehran, Moscow working toward full visa waiver, Lavrov says

TEHRAN - Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov announced that Iran and Russia are actively working toward abolishing visa requirements between the two countries, marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral ties and boosting tourism.

Winter returns to Ardabil in April

Snowfall in the middle of April covered some mountainous areas of Ardabil province, northwest of the country, in white.

Health ministry, UNICEF join hands to equip 13 PHC centres in deprived areas

TEHRAN –Supported by United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), the Ministry of Health and Medical Education (MoHME) has staffed and equipped 13 Primary Health Care (PHC) centres in highly refugee-populated regions in Sistan-Baluchestan and Khorasan Razavi provinces.

Tehran, Islamabad to boost scientific ties

TEHRAN – Iran’s deputy science minister, Abolfazl Vahedi, and Pakistan’s Science Minister, Khalid Hussain Magsi, have discussed ways to develop collaborations between universities of the two countries.

IRCS, IFRC discuss ways to address regional challenges

TEHRAN – The Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) and the International Federation of the Red Cross and the Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) have explored the potential to foster joint activities for dealing with regional challenges.