Iran set to enhance relations with Oman: Pezeshkian

TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian announced that his administration is poised to take significant steps to bolster relations with Oman.

Iranian Sunni scholars urge fatwas for Palestine

In letter to religious leaders across West Asia, Iranian Sunni scholars say it’s time for action

TEHRAN – Following over a year of Israeli violence in Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, and the West Bank, hundreds of Iranian Sunni scholars are urging fellow religious leaders across the Arab world and beyond to issue fatwas supporting Palestine.

Details of IAEA chief’s visit inquired by Iran's parliament as MPs call for 'reciprocal measures’

TEHRAN – The Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Committee has convened to address critical issues surrounding the country’s nuclear program, the visit by International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi, and support for Iranians living abroad.

Iranian parliament upholds ban on dual nationals in key government roles

Tehran – A bid to scrap a pending bill barring dual nationals from holding key government positions in Iran was decisively rejected by the parliament on Saturday. 

Araghchi warns Israel against further aggression as Iran gears up for retaliation

TEHRAN – In a televised interview on Saturday, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi issued a stark warning to the Israeli regime regarding the consequences of any further aggression against Iran, particularly targeting its nuclear facilities.

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Special diplomatic moves in 100 fateful days

TEHRAN - In a note, the Iran newspaper discussed the 100 days of the arduous path of the Pezeshkian government and quoted former diplomat Abbas Mousavi as saying: The terrorist operation that took place at the beginning of the government of Mr. Pezeshkian by the Zionist regime created a situation that affected the foreign policy and led to immediate actions by the government.

Flights between Sanandaj, Kurdistan Region of Iraq proposed to strengthen tourism

TEHRAN – Moslem Shojaei, the director of marketing and foreign tourism development at Iran’s Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, has announced promising outcomes from Iran’s recent tourism roadshow held in Sulaymaniyah, the Kurdistan Region of Iraq.

Iranian students top Eurasia FIRA Open competition 2024

TEHRAN -Students of Iran University of Science and Technology have managed to win first place in Eurasia Federation of International RoboSports Association (FIRA) Open competition 2024.

Iran taking part in 2nd Intl. Nanotechnology Olympiad

TEHRAN –The second International Nanotechnology Olympiad (INO) is being held from October 17-18 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, with participants from Iran.

Solduz wetland hosting white-fronted geese

TEHRAN –The first flock of lesser white-front geese has been spotted in Solduz wetland in Naqadeh county, northwestern West Azarbaijan province.

'Antimicrobial resistance, a silent pandemic'

TEHRAN –Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is one of the biggest challenges in the health sector. Known as a silent pandemic, AMR is capable of affecting the whole world in the not-too-distant future, the head of the health ministry’s division of communicable disease control has said.

Iran says 'window of diplomacy' open to restore nuclear deal

TEHRAN - Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told a televised program on Saturday night that the Islamic Republic of Iran is "quite ready" for talks to revive the 2015 nuclear deal in its new form, noting that Tehran sees "window of diplomacy" open if the other parties show serious will.

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The need to return to the technical path

TEHRAN - In a note, Jam-e-Jam discussed the visit of Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency, to Tehran and Iran's nuclear case.

U.S. F-15 pilots detail 'overwhelming' battle during Iran’s True Promise Operation

TEHRAN – The U.S. F-15 fighter pilots, weapons officers, and ground crew have shared vivid details of their experiences during Operation True Promise, a large-scale Iranian retaliatory attack involving over 300 drones, ballistic missiles, and cruise missiles against Israel on April 13.

Tehran to continue ‘legal’ pursuit of U.S. assassination of Gen. Soleimani

TEHRAN – Iran has reiterated its commitment to pursuing legal action against the United States for the assassination of Lieutenant General Qassem Soleimani, dismissing a Wall Street Journal report alleging that Iran has discussed how it’s going to avenge the commander’s martyrdom with authorities in Washington.

AEOI chief marks new milestone in Iran’s burgeoning nuclear program

TEHRAN – Mohammad Eslami, the head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), has inaugurated the nation's first plasma-based processing factory for dry fruits in the southern province of Kerman.

All Iranian consular services in Germany now in Berlin after closure of 3 consulates

TEHRAN – Following the closure of Iranian consulates in Frankfurt, Hamburg, and Munich, the Iranian Embassy in Berlin announced the centralization of all consular services at its location, effective November 18th. 

Iran calls for UN intervention to stop Israeli war crimes in Syria

TEHRAN – Iran's Foreign Ministry has condemned Israel's recent aggression against Syria, demanding the UN Security Council immediately intervene to halt the illegal entity's "war crimes." 

Iran defense minister visits Damascus for military talks

TEHRAN – Iran's Minister of Defense Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh arrived in Damascus on Saturday at the official invitation of his Syrian counterpart as the two countries move to strengthen military cooperation. 

Iran’s Kordestan, Turkey’s Van arrange fam tour

TEHRAN – A tourism official with Iran’s Korestan has announced plans for a joint familiarization (fam) tour between the western Iranian province and Turkey’s Van province.

Iran stages tourism roadshow in Sulaymaniyah

Tehran – Iran has organized a tourism roadshow in Sulaymaniyah, in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, to highlight its diverse tourism opportunities.

Cow-calf vaccination against lumpy skin

A vaccination program against lumpy skin disease is being carried out in Khuzestan province.

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Safe driving, a social responsibility

TEHRAN –The World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims is held on the third Sunday in November each year, falling on November 17 this year.

WIPO 2024 releases Iran’s ranking based on GII report

TEHRAN –The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) has published the Global Innovation Index (GII) report based on which Iran’s innovation capabilities are ranked in seven criteria that include institutions, human capital and research, infrastructure, market sophistication, business sophistication, knowledge and technology output, and creative output.

Tehran, Ashgabat discuss ways to foster ties in ICT

TEHRAN –In a meeting held on Thursday in Ashgabat, Iranian and Turkmen officials explored the potential for expanding joint efforts in information and communication technology (ICT).

Angola welcomes Iranian ambassador, calls for curbing of Israeli violence 

TEHRAN – The Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Angola, Mansour Shakib Mehr, formally presented his credentials to President João González Lorenzo during an official ceremony held at the presidential palace in Luanda.

Iranian envoy discussing restoration of ties in Morocco, report says

TEHRAN – Signs of a thaw in relations between Morocco and Iran are emerging, with the Moroccan news outlet Ya Biladi reporting that an Iranian “security envoy” has engaged in discussions with Moroccan officials in Rabat.

4 IRGC members martyred as hunt for terrorists continues in SE Iran

TEHRAN – The Quds Base of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Ground Force has announced the martyrdom of four of its members during a successful counterterrorism operation in Rask, a region in southeastern Iran.