Trump threatens 30 percent tariffs on the EU, Mexico

President Donald Trump on Saturday threatened 30 percent tariffs on two major U.S. trading partners — the European Union and Mexico, Politico reported.

Deputy tourism minister meets UAE, Mexican tourism officials

TEHRAN— Within the framework of developing tourism diplomacy and strengthening regional relations, Iran’s deputy tourism minister Anoushirvan Mohseni Bandpei has met Mexican and UAE officials on the sidelines of the 49th session of the Executive Council of the World Tourism Organization in Segovia, Spain.

Mexico sues Google over 'Gulf of America' name change

Mexico is suing Google for ignoring repeated requests not to rename the Gulf of Mexico the Gulf of America for U.S. users on its maps service, Claudia Sheinbaum has said, according to the BBC.

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Europe’s economic decoupling from America is underway

Facing the threat of U.S. tariffs, the EU is looking for free trade elsewhere

After the Trump administration imposed tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China, the European Union was expected to be the next in line. Washington did, in fact, impose 25 percent tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from the EU last week, as well as on a range of other commodities including cars and agricultural products by early April.

Macron and Scholz: Trump presidency ‘challenge’ calls for ‘strong’ Europe

French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz sought to project unity at a meeting in Paris on Wednesday, as Europe struggles to respond with one voice to threats of tariffs from U.S. President Donald Trump.

Trump will not rule out force to take Panama Canal, Greenland

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump refused on Tuesday to rule out using military or economic action to pursue acquisition of the Panama Canal and Greenland, part of a broader expansionist agenda he has promoted since winning the Nov. 5 election.

Tourism minister attends Ancient Civilizations Forum in Yerevan

TEHRAN – The Iranian Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, traveled to Yerevan, Armenia, on Tuesday morning to attend the 8th Ministerial Meeting of the Ancient Civilizations Forum.

482 foreign travelers attend Muharram rituals in Yazd province

TEHRAN - A total of 482 foreign travelers attended Muharram's mourning rituals in their visits to Yazd province during the first ten days of the lunar month, which ended on the day of Ashura (July 16).

Visa waiver program lifts Iran’s tourism, expert says

TEHRAN - Hormatollah Rafiei, the director of the Association of Iranian Travel Agencies, stated that Iran’s new unilateral visa waiver strategy has significantly boosted the tourism sector.

Iran learn fate in third phase of 2026 World Cup qualifiers

TEHRAN – Iran are drawn in Group B of the third round of Asia's 2026 World Cup qualifiers in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Thursday.

Police attack anti-war protest in Mexico

Mexican police clashed with protesters rallying against the Israeli war on Gaza.

Mexico severs diplomatic ties with Ecuador

Mexico’s government severed diplomatic ties with Ecuador after police broke into the Mexican embassy to arrest a former Ecuadorian vice president, an extraordinary use of force that shocked and mystified regional leaders and diplomats.

Iran calls for dialogue between Ecuador and Mexico following embassy raid

TEHRAN - Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Nasser Kanaani has urged the states of Ecuador and Mexico to refrain from escalating tensions and resolve their differences through diplomatic dialogue.

Mexico, Chile ask ICC to investigate possible crimes in Gaza war

Mexico and Chile have referred Israel’s war in Gaza to the International Criminal Court (ICC), expressing “growing worry” about escalating violence and asking the court to investigate possible crimes committed since October 7.

Tehran hosts 7th assembly of Ancient Civilizations Forum

TEHRAN – On Thursday, Tehran played host to the 7th assembly of the Ancient Civilizations Forum, which brought together representatives from the member nations.

In landmark decision, Iran approves visa exemptions for 32 nations

TEHRAN – The Iranian government has agreed to abolish visa requirements for passport holders from 32 countries, the tourism minister has said.

Iranian handicrafts showcased in Mexico City

TEHRAN – A selection of Iranian handicrafts from Sistan-Baluchestan province went on show in Mexico in a program aimed at marking diplomatic relations between the two countries.

Iran’s Shole Zard named world’s best pudding

TEHRAN – Iran’s Shole Zard has earned global recognition as the world’s best pudding, according to TasteAtlas — an international food guide website.

Iran chairs Ancient Civilizations Forum assembly in NY

TEHRAN—Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian chaired a ministerial meeting of the Ancient Civilizations Forum on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York on Friday.

Iranian arrivals in Mexico soar as COVID restrictions ease

TEHRAN—The number of Iranian visitors to Mexico has increased following the drop of COVID-19 restrictions for travelers, the United Mexican States’ ambassador to Iran has said.

Iran, Mexico attractions on view at Tehran show

TEHRAN—A selection of 80 photographs featuring treasured attractions in Iran and Mexico has been put on show at Tehran's Art Garden.

Iranian tourism minister attends Forum of Ancient Civilizations

TEHRAN - Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts, and Tourism Ezzatollah Zarghami has taken part in the 6th Forum of Ancient Civilizations inaugurated in Baghdad on Sunday.