Pezeshkian to embark on first provincial trip with cabinet members to Sistan and Balouchestan

TEHRAN – A political and social aide to the governor of Iran’s Sistan and Balouchestan announced on Tuesday that Iranian President Masoud Pezehskian will be traveling to the region this week, embarking on his first visit to the southeastern province. 

President Pezeshkian enacts national handicrafts development plan

TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Tuesday officially issued the “National Document for the Development of Handicrafts,” a pivotal step to bolster the country’s traditional arts and crafts sector.

Tehran, Islamabad officials vow to bolster political ties

TEHRAN- The Acting President of Pakistan, during a conversation with the Iranian ambassador in Islamabad, highlighted the importance of strengthening political ties between the two countries.

Iranian president: “We sympathize with Lebanon”

TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has sent a message to the Lebanese people and government offering them condolences over the explosion of electronic devices in the country at the hands of the Zionist Israeli regime which has left more than 30 people including children dead and injured nearly 4000 others.

Iranian president calls for Muslim unity against Israeli atrocities

TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has joined the chorus of Iranian officials calling for Muslim unity in the face of ongoing Israeli atrocities.

Pezeshkian calls for national unity to confront foreign pressure, domestic challenges

TEHRAN – On Monday, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian renewed his call for national unity as a crucial measure to address the country’s ongoing challenges and withstand external pressures.

Leader in the first meeting with Pezeshkian’s cabinet

Neither pin hope on enemy nor trust them

TEHRAN - On the occasion of National Government Week, Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei met with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and members of the 14th Administration in the Imam Khomeini Hussainiyah on Tuesday, August 27, 2024.

Pezeshkian congratulates on Ecbatana’s UNESCO recognition

TEHRAN - In a congratulatory message, the President of Iran, Masoud Pezeshkian, has hailed the UNESCO World Heritage listing of Ecbatana, vowing to put tourism and heritage preservation on the agenda of his newly established government.

Speaker of Iranian parliament vows full support for new president

TEHRAN – The speaker of the Iranian Parliament, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, has pledged full support from Iranian lawmakers to assist President-elect Masoud Pezeshkian and his upcoming administration in effectively governing the nation.

Pezeshkian to be inaugurated on July 30

TEHRAN - A member of the presiding board of the Parliament announced that the inauguration ceremony of the elected president of Iran will be held on Tuesday, July 30.

Coordination meeting lays the foundation for presidential inauguration

TEHRAN - The coordination meeting of the International Committee of the inauguration ceremony of the new Iranian president was held under the chairmanship of the deputy speaker of parliament for executive affairs.

Pezeshkian resignation from Parliament not needed: MP

TEHRAN - The spokesman of the presiding board of the parliament said that with the election of Masoud Pezeshkian as the president and the holding of the inauguration ceremony in August, there is no longer a need for symbolic resignation from the Islamic Consultative Assembly.

By Fatemeh Hosseini

Unpacking opposition vandalism against Iranian elections abroad

TEHRAN- After the martyrdom of Ebrahim Raisi, the Islamic Republic went to early presidential elections without interruption. It seems that this election is one of the most controversial presidential elections in Iran.

By Soheila Zarfam 

Big Decision: Iranians to vote Friday

Iranians will head to polls in presidential elections that some believe will be determined in run-off

TEHRAN – Iranian cities are buzzing with election fever as posters and placards adorn streets, big screens air presidential debates, and candidates crisscross the country in a bid to sway voters. 

IRGC commander calls for maximum voter turnout to deter enemies

TEHRAN – A senior IRGC official has emphasized the importance of widespread public participation in the upcoming presidential election to prevent adversarial actions by the enemies of the nation.

Iran presidential elections: JCPOA lambasted by conservative mayor

TEHRAN – On Saturday, contenders for the 2024 presidential elections in Iran appeared on national television once again to appeal for the support of over 60 million eligible Iranian voters.

Imam Reza festival's closing ceremony cancelled over president's death

MASHHAD- Following the tragic death of President Ebrahim Raisi, the closing ceremony of the 21st edition of Imam Reza (AS) International Festival has been cancelled.

All Cultural Heritage Week programs called off over President martyrdom

TEHRAN – Honoring the martyrdom of Iranian President Seyyed Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash, all the events planned to commemorate the national Cultural Heritage Week have been canceled.

Iran constitution says Vice President will take over in case of President’s death

TEHRAN – In accordance with Articles 130 and 131 of the first edition of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Iran (adopted in 1979), the first vice president – who is now Mohammad Mokhber – steps in and assume the duties of the president if the president is unable to fulfill his legal duties due to dismissal, resignation, absence, illness, or death. 

Iran prioritizes bilateral, regional cooperation with Iraq, says Raisi

TEHRAN- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has underscored the significance of bilateral and regional collaboration with Iraq, highlighting the alignment between Tehran and Baghdad against the Israeli regime. 

Raisi sends message of condolence to Putin over deadly terrorist attack near Moscow

TEHRAN – Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi on Saturday sent a message of condolence to his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin denouncing a deadly terrorist attack on a concert hall outside Moscow on Friday night, which has left at least 133 dead and more than 100 injured.

Iran president warns against bullying, pledges strong response

TEHRAN- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has issued a warning against bullying tactics on the international stage, stating that Iran would respond firmly to any such aggression.

Raisi calls on bodies to mobilize their facilities to protect youth

TEHRAN - Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has urged relevant bodies to take action to protect the youth of the country.