Iran to complete eastern border wall construction by mid-next year

TEHRAN – Iran will complete construction of a border wall along its eastern frontiers by the end of the first half of the next Iranian calendar year, announced Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni on Saturday while inspecting a section of the wall being built along the Iran-Pakistan border.

Commander denies shooting incident on Iran-Afghanistan border

TEHRAN – The commander of the border guard in Iran's southeastern Sistan and Baluchestan province has vehemently denied reports originating from Western-funded media outlets that Iranian forces fired upon Afghan nationals. 

Ilam province sees 60% increase in Iraqi tourists’ overnight stays

TEHRAN - The number of Iraqi travelers making overnight stays in official accommodations in Ilam province has seen a 60% year-on-year increase during the first six months of the year, according to the province’s tourism chief.

Iran, Qatar security officials hold talks to boost border cooperation

TEHRAN- Senior border officials from Iran and Qatar have engaged in discussions aimed at enhancing border cooperation between their nations.

10 km of Iran-Afghanistan border wall completed

TEHRAN – Iran has completed the construction of over 10 kilometers of border wall with Afghanistan, with plans for an additional 50 kilometers, according to the deputy commander of the Iranian Army Ground Force.

Iranian Air Force commander reaffirms readiness to defend nation against any threat

TEHRAN – Iranian Air Force commander Brigadier General Hamid Vahedi has emphasized the Air Force’s unwavering preparedness to defend the country against any external threats, as tensions in the region remain high.

Iran plans to build wall across eastern borders to boost security: commander

TEHRAN- The commander of Army’s Ground Forces engineering group announced on Thursday the plan to close Iran's northeastern borders using four engineering groups from the army and the Khatam al-Anbiya construction headquarters.

By Ornella Sukkar

Prospects of a buffer zone: Navigating tensions along the Israel-Gaza border

In the wake of the recent incursion along the Israel-Gaza border, discussions have reignited regarding the establishment of a buffer zone in the region. This potential measure is being considered to address the security challenges that have persisted since Israel's unilateral withdrawal in 2005.

Iran minister signals visa abolition with Uzbekistan to encourage tourism

TEHRAN – Iranian tourism minister Ezzatollah Zarghami on Tuesday indicated that Tehran was ready to ease visa rules with Uzbekistan on a mutual basis.

Part of Iran's borders will be monitored by intelligence devices in future

TEHRAN – Interior Minister Ahmad Vahidi has said part of the borders will be monitored by intelligence devices in the future.

Raisi says Iran doesn’t accept any change to its border with Armenia

TEHRAN –President Ebrahim Raisi has reiterated Iran’s position that the Islamic Republic will not accept any change to the geographical map of the Caucasus region.

Iran-Taliban border clashes can be prevented

TEHRAN – The unfamiliarity of the Taliban forces with the nuances of border issues has once again caused completely preventable clashes on the border with Iran, which has so far exercised restraint to contain the situation.

Arbaeen trek: no restriction on Iran-Iraq overland travels

TEHRAN - Iranian pilgrims planning to visit Iraq to observe Muharram mourning ceremonies can leave via land border crossings individually or in groups without any limitations, an official said.

Iranian envoy clarifies on incident at Iran-Afghanistan border

TEHRAN – Iran’s Special Envoy for Afghanistan, Hassan Kazemi Qomi, has offered details about what happened on Saturday at the Iran-Afghanistan border. 

French group starts Iran journey as country reopens borders to intl. travelers

TEHRAN – A group of nine French travelers has commenced its two-week journey across Iran as the Islamic Republic reopened its borders to international travelers last month.