Mirzaeian Choir and Orchestra to perform at Vahdat Hall

TEHRAN- The Mirzaeian Choir and Orchestra, under the baton of Serjik Mirzaeian, will take the stage at Tehran's Vahdat Hall on Sunday evening.

Iranian toy industry calls for global exhibitions to boost international market presence

TEHRAN- To effectively promote and market Iranian toys on the global stage, it is essential to organize the toy exhibitions at an international level, the director of the Iran's Institute for Intellectual Development of Children and Young Adults (IIDCYA) has said. 

Iranian animations at Black Movie Festival in Geneva

TEHRAN-Two short animations from Iran are present at the 26th Black Movie International Independent Film Festival, which is underway in Geneva, Switzerland.

Sobh Media Festival condoles martyrdom of Palestinian journalist Ahmed Hisham Abu Al-Rous

TEHRAN-The 3rd Sobh Media Festival secretariat has issued a statement on the occasion of the martyrdom of the Palestinian journalist Ahmed Hisham Abu Al-Rous, who was the winner of the Palestine Special Citizen Journalist Award at the 2nd edition of the event.

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The sanctions pressure on Iranian oil export

TEHRAN - In a note, Donya-e-Eqtesad addressed sanctions on Iran's oil export and said: According to the Wall Street Journal, Iran has recently sold nearly 3 million barrels of its oil out of the 25 million barrels held in China's storage.

Global solidarity with Palestinians highlighted in Tehran conference

TEHRAN – The 13th annual conference titled “Gaza, the Symbol of Resistance” commenced on Saturday at the Art Center Hall in Tehran, bringing together prominent figures to commemorate the resilience of the Palestinian people.

CIA agent admits to leaking details of Israel's assault on Iran

TEHRAN – A now-sacked CIA operative, Asif William Rahman, aged 34, has pleaded guilty to disseminating classified documents regarding the Israeli regime's November 2024 aggression against Iran.

Landmark Iran-Russia treaty paves way for enhanced bilateral ties: Araghchi

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has highlighted the 20-year Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Treaty between Iran and Russia and described its wide-ranging scope, which includes trade, investment, energy, transportation, and tourism.

Gaza ceasefire strengthens Resistance's will: Iranian Arm

TEHRAN – The Iranian Army has hailed the recent ceasefire in Gaza as a monumental triumph for the Resistance, asserting that "This great victory has strengthened the will of the Resistance and doubled the hope for the complete liberation of Palestine from the yoke of the Zionist enemy."

Iranian military reiterates bad weather as cause of Raisi’s chopper crash

TEHRAN – The General Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces issued a statement on Saturday to address new speculations surrounding the martyrdom of President Ebrahim Raisi, emphasizing that claims circulating on social media and various platforms "are often far from the truth."

Iran will respond to any aggression, Pezeshkian tells NBC, ‘We do not fear war'

TEHRAN – NBC has aired an extended version of the interview it conducted with Iranian President Masoud Pezehskian, in which he said Iran plays no games when it comes to its security, and that his administration would be willing to engage with incoming U.S. President Donald Trump if he approaches Tehran with respect.

Leader offers condolences over martyrdom of two prominent judges

TEHRAN – Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has expressed condolences following the assassination of two veteran Iranian judges in an armed attack at their Tehran office on Saturday.

Ali Razini: a Judge who continued pursuit of justice despite years of threats

TEHRAN - Hojjatoleslam Ali Razini was born in 1953 in Hamedan, Iran. He held numerous prominent positions within the Iranian judiciary and government throughout his career.

Mohammad Moqiseh: 33 Years on the bench

TEHRAN - Hojjatoleslam Mohammad Moqiseh, born in 1956 in Sabzevar, Razavi Khorasan, was a prominent Iranian cleric and judge. He dedicated his career to the Revolutionary Court and later the Supreme Court of Iran, known for his long service and involvement in significant cases.

Iran beach soccer legend Mesigar bids farewell

TEHRAN – Iran national beach soccer team captain Moslem Mesigar announced his retirement from the sport on Saturday.

Iranian dish Khoresh Bamieh ranked among World’s 100 Worst Foods by TasteAtlas

TEHRAN - In a surprising development, Khoresh Bamieh, a traditional Iranian stew, has been ranked 50th among the “100 Worst Rated Foods in the World” by the popular culinary ranking platform, TasteAtlas.

Archaeologist highlights potential of Oltan fortress for World Heritage status

TEHRAN - The ruined Oltan fortress, a vast mud-brick complex located in northwest Iran, has been identified as a site of significant historical value with the potential to achieve UNESCO World Heritage recognition, an Iranian archaeologist told IRNA on Saturday.

Putin underlines stronger Iran-Russia cooperation in tourism and direct flights

TEHRAN - Russian President Vladimir Putin during a joint press conference with his Iranian counterpart Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized the importance of strengthening bilateral tourism cooperation and further direct flights.

Iran strengthens role in Tajikistan’s water and energy projects

TEHRAN – Iran's Energy Minister announced plans to facilitate the export of Iran’s engineering and technical services to Tajikistan, emphasizing the active involvement of Iranian engineers in the country's water and power projects.

NIGC delivers 149 mcm of gas to power plants amid cold wave

TEHRAN – The National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) announced that on Thursday, January 16, the company delivered 149 million cubic meters (mcm) of gas to the country’s power plants.

CAO developing strategic airport development roadmap

TEHRAN – The head of Iran’s Civil Aviation Organization (CAO) announced the preparation of a strategic roadmap for the country’s airport sector, stating that while a plan existed previously, it was not comprehensive.