UNDP, DOE beef up ties to tackle air pollution

TEHRAN – The Department of Environment (DOE) and the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to enhance the country’s capacity to address air pollution using new technologies.

Strategic deal signed to integrate science in Iran’s heritage conservation

TEHRAN – Iran’s Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with the Ministry of Science, Research, and Technology to enhance national identity and cultural preservation.

Eight cultural heritage sites in Golestan province added to Iran’s heritage list

TEHRAN – Golestan province has added eight new cultural heritage sites—five archaeological sites and three historical buildings—to Iran’s National Heritage List, according to a recent announcement by provincial officials.

Salehi takes helm at Iranology foundation, outlines vision in Tehran ceremony

TEHRAN – The Iranology Foundation held an official ceremony on Tuesday, to mark a leadership transition, honoring outgoing president Mohammad-Hossein Rajabi Davani and introducing Ali Akbar Salehi as the newly appointed head.

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Tehran's special messages for Washington

TEHRAN - In a note, Hamshahri addressed Iran's lack of concern about U.S. threats and wrote: A review of the trends and developments in recent months and weeks shows that Tehran is not only not concerned about the threats and rhetoric of the Tel Aviv-Washington axis, but is also taking effective steps towards developing its deterrent strategies in various fields.

Iran UN envoy affirms support for Afghan migrants, asks intl. community to play its part 

TEHRAN – Iran's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani, emphasized Iran's longstanding commitment to sheltering Afghan migrants and refugees during a UN Security Council briefing on the "Situation in Afghanistan." 

Army Aviation bolsters defense capabilities with extended-range missiles 

TEHRAN – Iran’s Army Aviation announced on Tuesday a significant advancement in its defense capabilities, with successful enhancements to the range of its long-range missiles. 

Iranian defense minister visits Belarus for cooperation talks

TEHRAN – Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh arrived in Belarus on Tuesday, initiating high-level talks aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation in defense and technology sectors.

Iran’s special envoy condemns ‘shocking’ Syria atrocities, demands justice for minorities

TEHRAN – Iran’s Special Envoy for Syrian Affairs, Mohammad Reza Raouf Sheybani, has condemned escalating violence in Syria’s coastal regions, labeling the atrocities against civilians as “shocking” and calling for international accountability.

Maritime Security Belt-2025: Iran showcases naval prowess in alliance with China, Russia

TEHRAN – Iran has reaffirmed its pivotal role in regional security by leading the seventh iteration of the Maritime Security Belt-2025 joint naval exercises alongside China and Russia, held March 10–13 near the strategic port of Chabahar.

IRCS to send humanitarian aid to Lebanon

TEHRAN –The Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) plans to send a consignment of relief items to war-impacted people in Lebanon.

Tehran hosting exhibition on women’s achievements

TEHRAN – An exhibition of Iranian women’s achievements, titled ‘Iranian women, unwritten stories’, commenced at Iran house of innovation and technology (iHiT) in Tehran on Monday.

Marriage 2.3 times divorce in autumn

TEHRAN – Over the autumn season, some 118,450 marriages and 49,738 divorces were registered across the country, according to the Civil Registration Organization.

‘Unilateral sanctions hinder counter-narcotics measures’

TEHRAN –Imposing unfair sanctions against Iran not only increases the costs of implementing treatment and harm reduction programs but also challenges developing effective strategies for combating drug trafficking, the Secretary General of Iranian Drug Control Headquarters (DCHQ) has said.

Iran summons Swedish ambassador over ‘provocative’ remarks by minister

TEHRAN – Iran has summoned Sweden’s ambassador to Tehran in response to the “provocative and baseless” statements made by Sweden’s Minister of Education, Johan Pehrson, regarding the Islamic Republic.

Hezbollah leader demands restart of Iran flights, warns against US-Israeli 'military gambles'

TEHRAN – Hezbollah Secretary-General Sheikh Naim Qassem has renewed calls to reinstate suspended flights between Iran and Lebanon, describing the move as vital for strengthening bilateral ties.

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Negotiation or dictating demands?

TEHRAN-In a commentary, Sobh-e-No addressed Trump’s purpose in sending a letter to Iran’s Leader for negotiations.

Russia, Iran poised for trade surge, cultural expansion following strategic partnership treaty

TEHRAN – Trade between Russia and Iran is expected to see a significant boost in the coming years, fueled by a shift to national currency settlements and the implementation of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Treaty, according to Aleksey Dedov, Russian Ambassador to Iran. 

Officials contribute to releasing prisoners of involuntary crimes

TEHRAN – Judiciary Chief, Gholamhossein Mohseni-Ejei, has donated 500 million rials (about 555 dollars) to help release prisoners of unintentional crimes.

Over 135 earthquakes shake Iran in a week

TEHRAN –A total of 136 earthquakes were recorded across the country from March 1 to 7, according to the seismological networks of the Institute of Geophysics of the University of Tehran.

First sports AI innovation center inaugurated

TEHRAN – The first artificial intelligence (AI) innovation, metaverse, and blockchain acceleration center, named Hamta, was launched in Tehran on Monday.

Iran attending 68th session of UN Commission on Narcotic Drugs

TEHRAN – Brigadier General Hossein Zolfaqari, the Secretary General of Iranian Drug Control Headquarters (DCHQ), is participating in the 68th session of the United Nations Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND), which is being held from March 10 to 14 in Vienna, Austria.

Trump destroyed his letter before sending it to Iran

In a commentary, the Keyhan newspaper analyzed Donald Trump’s letter to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution for negotiations.

Security forces dismantle 2 terror cells, arrest 18 militants in SE Iran

TEHRAN – Iranian security forces have dismantled two terrorist cells in the southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan, arresting 18 militants before they could carry out planned attacks.

Iran condemns Canada’s new sanctions as ‘unlawful and politically motivated’

TEHRAN – Tehran has strongly condemned the latest round of Canadian sanctions against Iran, calling them deceitful, unlawful, and a blatant violation of international law.