Negotiations no easier than battlefield, says Foreign Ministry spokesperson
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei said the diplomatic apparatus is equally responsible for safeguarding national interests, just as the Armed Forces are in defending the country against external aggression.

Food Security Recognized as a Pillar of National Power
TEHRAN - Minister of Agriculture, Gholamreza Nouri Ghezeljeh, has emphasized the strategic importance of food security, calling it a cornerstone of national strength alongside military capabilities.
Iran’s Caviar Production Grows by 17%
09 Jul 2025
Food Security Recognized as a Pillar of National Power
TEHRAN - Minister of Agriculture, Gholamreza Nouri Ghezeljeh, has emphasized the strategic importance of food security, calling it a cornerstone of national strength alongside military capabilities.
No Disruption in Iran-Russia Trade During 12-Day War
TEHRAN - The recent 12-day war in the region had no significant impact on trade between Iran and Russia, according to Hadi Tizhoush Taban, President of the Iran-Russia Joint Chamber of Commerce. He also reported a notable increase in Iranian exports to Russia during the first quarter of the current Iranian year (spring 2025).
Digital Businesses Need a Crisis Management Plan
TEHRAN - Restrictions on internet access during the 12-day imposed war by the Zionist regime against the Iranian nation were inevitable, but they created significant challenges for online and digital businesses. According to the head of Iran’s National Union of Virtual Businesses, these experiences highlight the urgent need to draft a clear crisis protocol for the information technology sector.
Iran’s Caviar Production Grows by 17%
TEHRAN - Iran’s caviar production saw a 17% increase last year, according to Naser Karami Rad, Director General of the Office for Aquatic Genetic Resources Conservation and Restoration at the Iranian Fisheries Organization.
Iran-Afghanistan Joint Chamber Office to Resume Activities in Kerman
TEHRAN - After several years of inactivity due to political changes in Afghanistan, the representative office of the Iran–Afghanistan Joint Chamber of Commerce in Kerman is set to reopen. The decision was confirmed during a meeting attended by the president of the Kerman Chamber of Commerce, members of its executive board, and representatives of the joint chamber.
Why Iran’s Gas Export Plans Keep Hitting Dead Ends
TEHRAN - Iran’s ambitions to become a major player in regional gas exports have repeatedly stalled due to a mix of geopolitical challenges, pricing disputes, and strategic missteps, according to a former senior official at the Iranian Ministry of Petroleum.

Negotiations no easier than battlefield, says Foreign Ministry spokesperson
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei said the diplomatic apparatus is equally responsible for safeguarding national interests, just as the Armed Forces are in defending the country against external aggression.
Iran deplores Israeli attacks on Lebanon
08 Jul 2025
Negotiations no easier than battlefield, says Foreign Ministry spokesperson
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei said the diplomatic apparatus is equally responsible for safeguarding national interests, just as the Armed Forces are in defending the country against external aggression.
Iran favors negotiation with authority, strength: First VP Aref
First Vice President Mohammad-Reza Aref says the Iranian government maintains that any future negotiations with the United States must be with authority and strength.
Iran’s armed forces have ‘excellent’ capabilities: Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff
The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff of the Armed Forces emphasized the readiness of the Iranian armed forces, saying that their capabilities are excellent.
Araqchi urges regional unity and stronger homegrown security mechanisms against Israeli expansionism
Araqchi condemned the Israeli regime’s military assault on Iran, including strikes on its peaceful nuclear facilities, as an “unforgivable crime.”
Araqchi hails shifts in global order amid condemnation of Israeli, U.S. strikes on Iran
Iran praises BRICS’ balance making power, aligning itself with what it describes as the “dawn of a new era.”
Iran deplores Israeli attacks on Lebanon
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei slammed the latest Israeli attacks on Lebanon, which injured at least ten civilians including a child.
Nearly 60 Labour M.P.s call for Britain to immediately recognize Palestinian state
Nearly 60 Labour lawmakers demanded Britain immediately recognize Palestine as a state.
Yemeni missile fired at Israel; Ben Gurion Airport temporarily shut down
The Yemeni Armed Forces said it used a Zulfiqar ballistic missile against the Ben Gurion International Airport.
Trump and Netanyahu discuss forced transfer of Palestinians out of Gaza
Trump and Netanyahu discussed a controversial proposal for pushing war-ravaged Palestinians from Gaza to neighboring countries.
Yemeni missile attack hits Israel’s Ben Gurion Airport
A spokesperson for Yemen’s Army announced that the armed forces fired a hypersonic ballistic missile at the Israeli regime's Ben Gurion Airport, halting activities there.
Envoy to KSA hands over Araqchi’s message to his Saudi counterpart
Iran’s ambassador to Saudi Arabia handed over Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi’s message to Saudi Arabia’s Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed Bin Abdulkarim al-Khereiji.
Dozens killed and wounded in Israeli regime’s airstrikes on Gaza Strip
Dozens of Palestinians, mostly women and children, were killed and wounded in Israeli airstrikes targeting civilian areas in Gaza, exacerbating the already dire humanitarian crisis.
Hubble Telescope Captures Detailed Image of Spiral Galaxy NGC 3430
The NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope has provided a detailed snapshot of the spiral galaxy NGC 3430, located 100 million light-years from Earth in the constellation Leo Minor.
China’s Chang’e-6 Probe Ready to Land on Moon
The Chinese Chang’e-6 mission, launched on May 3, is preparing to complete its most important stage.
25th Royan International Twin Congress will be held on August 2024
25th International Reproductive Medicine Congress and the 20th Stem Cell Technology Congress will be held by Royan Institute in Tehran from 28th to 30th August 2024.

Iran determined to develop space technology
Hassan Salarieh, the head of the Iranian Space Agency, has emphasized the country’s determination to develop space technology.
Iraq to host sixth Iranian center for technology, innovation
The sixth Iranian house of innovation and technology will be launched in Iraqi Kurdistan, ISNA reported on Wednesday.
Iran, Russia set up joint technology center
The Iran-Russia Joint Technology Center was established at St. Petersburg Polytechnic University with the aim of implementing joint projects and developing bilateral technological cooperation.
Kyrgyzstan Promotes Joint Global Efforts to Address Mountain Degradation, Climate Change: Envoy
Marking International Mountain Day, Turdakun Sydykov, the Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to Iran, detailed his country’s ongoing efforts to address climate change, promote sustainable mountain development, and foster international collaboration.
Iran Hails UNESCO Recognition of Mehregan Festival
Iran's Foreign Ministry has applauded the inclusion of Mehregan, an ancient Persian festival, on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list, emphasizing its role in fostering cultural ties in the region.
Japan Contributes ¥690 Million to Restore Lake Urmia
The United Nations Development Program (UNDP) has announced a ¥690 million ($4.6 million) contribution from Japan to support sustainable wetland management and enhance climate resilience in Iran, focusing on Lake Urmia and three other critical wetlands.
Protesters in Tehran Condemn Israeli Criminal Acts in Gaza, Lebanon
A group of Tehran residents gathered outside the United Nations office in the Iranian capital early Friday to denounce the genocide and crimes committed by Israel in Gaza and Lebanon.
US Fined Nearly $50 Billion for Sponsoring Terrorist Groups
An Iranian court ruled that the US government should pay $48,860 million in compensation to families of the soldiers who have been martyred in defending the Holy Shrines against the terrorist groups.
Food Processing Plant Using Plasma Technology Opens South of Iran
Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami on Saturday inaugurated a factory in the southern province of Kerman that employs plasma technology to decontaminate and process food products, mainly pistachios.
Iran Has Gained a Special Position in the Tourism Market
TEHRAN - The Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts stated that in recent years, with the development of suitable infrastructure in the medical and healthcare sectors—particularly in complex surgeries and specialized treatments—Iran has secured a prominent position in the health tourism market.
Italian Republic Day Celebrated in Tehran
TEHRAN - The Italian Embassy in Tehran, on Monday June 2, marked Italy’s Republic Day with an official celebration attended by prominent Iranian dignitaries, underscoring the strong and long-standing ties between the two nations.
Foreign Ministry spokesperson highlights role of Persian language in diplomatic talks
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei said the Persian language, which spans from India to the Balkans and is rooted in an ancient civilization, can play a key role in diplomatic dialogues.
Nobel laureate Mario Vargas Llosa passes away at 89
The renowned Peruvian novelist who has won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2010, dies at the age of 89.
Iran, Kazakhstan Propose Cultural Consortium to Explore Shared Heritage
TEHRAN - In a recent diplomatic and cultural meeting in Tehran, Iran's Deputy Minister of Handicrafts proposed the establishment of a joint consortium with Kazakhstan aimed at identifying shared cultural roots, enhancing museum exchanges, and promoting traditional crafts.
English audio book of Iran’s Constitution released
The Guardian Council’s Research Institute, in collaboration with Radio Iran, has released an audio version of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Iran in English.

Iran Starts Asian U-16 Volleyball Championship 2025 on Right Note
Iran defeated Indonesia 3-1 (21–25, 25–21, 25–19, 26–24) in the Asian Men’s U-16 Volleyball Championship Thailand 2025 on Saturday.
Iran Moves Down in FIFA Rankings
12 Jul 2025
American Sprinter Kerley Converts to Islam
08 Jul 2025
Sepahan Completes Signing of Arash Rezavand
02 Jul 2025
Iran Starts Asian U-16 Volleyball Championship 2025 on Right Note
Iran defeated Indonesia 3-1 (21–25, 25–21, 25–19, 26–24) in the Asian Men’s U-16 Volleyball Championship Thailand 2025 on Saturday.
Iran Moves Down in FIFA Rankings
Iran has dropped to the 20th place in the latest FIFA world rankings published on Thursday while Japan sits in 17th place as the best Asian team.
Iran to Play Afghanistan in 2025 CAFA Nations Cup Opener
The Iran national football team will play Afghanistan at the 2025 CAFA Nations Cup opener.
American Sprinter Kerley Converts to Islam
American track and field sprinter Fredrick Lee Kerley converted to Islam.
Esteghlal Goalkeeper Hosseini on Foolad’s Radar
Foolad has set its sight on signing Esteghlal football team’s goalkeeper, Hossein Hosseini.
Sepahan Completes Signing of Arash Rezavand
Iran’s Sepahan football club has completed the signing of Esteghlal midfielder Arash Rezavand.

Funeral procession of martyrs of Israeli aggression kicks off in Tehran
President Pezeshkian has attended the funeral held for nearly 60 individuals who were martyred in the Israeli attacks on Iran.
Saudi police arrest an Iranian pilgrim
27 May 2025
Funeral procession of martyrs of Israeli aggression kicks off in Tehran
President Pezeshkian has attended the funeral held for nearly 60 individuals who were martyred in the Israeli attacks on Iran.
Iran arrests two suspects in killing of young judge
Iranian authorities have arrested two suspects in the fatal stabbing of Judge Ehsan Bagheri, a senior Judiciary spokesman announced on Saturday.
Saudi police arrest an Iranian pilgrim
Saudi police have arrested Gholam-Reza Qassemian, an Iranian pilgrim, in Medina, western Saudi Arabia.
President Pezeshkian tours Tehran International Book Fair
President Pezeshkian visited the 36th Tehran International Book Fair on Friday.
Number of identified bodies from Shahid Rajaee Port blast rise to 46: Provincial official
A provincial official said that DNA samples were collected from the remaining bodies and close relatives of the deceased individuals.
40 dead, over 1,000 injured in Shahid Rajaee Port incident
The Shahid Rajaee Port incident in Hormozgan Province has resulted in 40 deaths and over 1,000 injuries, according to the province’s governor-general.

IRGC arrests and kills 6 terrorists in Chabahar
The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says its forces have succeeded in arresting and killing six terrorists in Chabahar, located in Sistan and Baluchestan Province, southeastern Iran.
IRGC arrests and kills 6 terrorists in Chabahar
The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says its forces have succeeded in arresting and killing six terrorists in Chabahar, located in Sistan and Baluchestan Province, southeastern Iran.
Iranian Armed Forces stood with full force against aggressors: Top general
General Mousavi said that the 12-day imposed war proved the legitimacy of the Islamic Republic of Iran as the country’s Armed Forces resisted bullying and aggression with all their might.
Iran has ‘serious doubts’ Israel will abide by ceasefire and is ready to respond: Top general
The chairman of the Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces stressed that the Islamic Republic will firmly respond to any possible new aggression by Israel.
Here is a list of the strategic Israeli targets Iran just hit
A spokesperson for the I.R.G.C. said 14 strategic Israeli targets in Haifa and Tel Aviv were hit in the last wave of punitive Iranian strikes, which he called one of the most successful since since Iran began pounding the Israeli-occupied territories.
Iran hits Israeli targets involved in malicious military activities
The targets have all been part of an “axis of evil” against Gaza, Lebanon, Yemen, and Iran, the I.R.G.C. said.
Iran says it used new, undetectable missile in strike on Mossad site
Iran says that the strike demonstrated Israel’s vulnerabilities in what has long been considered one of the region’s most sophisticated intelligence and security apparatuses.