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  • Two New Refineries to Be Launched 18 May 2025

    Two New Refineries to Be Launched

    TEHRAN - The CEO of the National Iranian Oil Refining and Distribution Company (NIORDC) has announced the launch of two new refineries and the commissioning of three fuel quality improvement projects within the current year.

Iran urges end to Israeli impunity, halt to ethnic cleansing in Gaza 18 May 2025

Iran urges end to Israeli impunity, halt to ethnic cleansing in Gaza

Baqaei said Israel is escalating its attacks after derailing efforts to reach a ceasefire agreement.

Two New Refineries to Be Launched 18 May 2025

Two New Refineries to Be Launched

TEHRAN - The CEO of the National Iranian Oil Refining and Distribution Company (NIORDC) has announced the launch of two new refineries and the commissioning of three fuel quality improvement projects within the current year.

Two New Refineries to Be Launched 18 May 2025

Two New Refineries to Be Launched

TEHRAN - The CEO of the National Iranian Oil Refining and Distribution Company (NIORDC) has announced the launch of two new refineries and the commissioning of three fuel quality improvement projects within the current year.

Major National Space Projects to Be Completed This Year 18 May 2025

Major National Space Projects to Be Completed This Year

TEHRAN - Minister of Information and Communications Technology (ICT), Seyed Sattar Hashemi, announced that several large-scale national space projects will reach completion this year. These include key developments in the Chabahar Space Base and infrastructure advancements in Salmas and Chenaran.

Iran to Slash Import Tariffs on Eurasian Economic Union Goods to 4.5% 17 May 2025

Iran to Slash Import Tariffs on Eurasian Economic Union Goods to 4.5%

TEHRAN - Iran has announced a significant reduction in customs tariffs on goods imported from member states of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), lowering rates from 20% to 4.5% under a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement set to take effect on May 15, 2025.

Economic Recovery Hinges on Lifting Sanctions Through Successful Negotiations 17 May 2025

Economic Recovery Hinges on Lifting Sanctions Through Successful Negotiations

TEHRAN - In a joint meeting between the Board of Representatives of the Yazd Chamber of Commerce and the Iran-Japan Joint Chamber of Commerce, high-level discussions were held on key economic challenges including foreign exchange policy, the need for expanded international cooperation—particularly with Japan—and Iran’s structural economic issues.

Iran’s Carpet Market in China at Risk From Counterfeit Goods 14 May 2025

Iran’s Carpet Market in China at Risk From Counterfeit Goods

TEHRAN - In a recent meeting focused on improving Iran-China trade relations, the head of Iran’s Trade Promotion Organization (TPO), Mohammad-Ali Dehghan Dehnavi, outlined a new strategic direction for boosting exports to China, emphasizing the need to move away from raw materials and instead promote high value-added goods.

Iran Moves to Expand Banking Network Ties With BRICS, Regional Countries 14 May 2025

Iran Moves to Expand Banking Network Ties With BRICS, Regional Countries

TEHRAN - In a significant move to bolster economic and financial ties, the Governor of the Central Bank of Iran (CBI), Mohammadreza Farzin, announced plans to operationalize the integration of Iran’s domestic banking network, known as “Shetab,” with Russia’s “Mir” payment system. The broader strategy includes extending this connectivity model to all BRICS member states and neighboring countries, marking a major shift in Iran’s international banking outreach.

President Urges Muslims to Stand Against Injustice 18 May 2025

President Urges Muslims to Stand Against Injustice

TEHRAN - President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized on Sunday that all Muslims are duty-bound to resist oppression and injustice, calling for steadfast efforts to uphold justice and defend the oppressed.TEHRAN (Iran News)

President Urges Muslims to Stand Against Injustice 18 May 2025

President Urges Muslims to Stand Against Injustice

TEHRAN - President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized on Sunday that all Muslims are duty-bound to resist oppression and injustice, calling for steadfast efforts to uphold justice and defend the oppressed.TEHRAN (Iran News)

Iran urges end to Israeli impunity, halt to ethnic cleansing in Gaza 18 May 2025

Iran urges end to Israeli impunity, halt to ethnic cleansing in Gaza

Baqaei said Israel is escalating its attacks after derailing efforts to reach a ceasefire agreement.

Araqchi slams Trump’s anti-Iran rhetoric as ‘sheer deception’ 14 May 2025

Araqchi slams Trump’s anti-Iran rhetoric as ‘sheer deception’

Araqchi said Trump was employing “sheer deception by misplacing the true source of threat.”

Baqaei: Halting Iran’s nuclear program is not fundamentally an issue in negotiations 14 May 2025

Baqaei: Halting Iran’s nuclear program is not fundamentally an issue in negotiations

Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei says that stopping nuclear program of Iran is not being discussed in the negotiations.

Trump says Iran is ‘very reasonable and intelligent’ in talks with U.S. 13 May 2025

Trump says Iran is ‘very reasonable and intelligent’ in talks with U.S.

The U.S. president called Iran's stance in nuclear talks ‘reasonable’ and ‘intelligent’ ahead of his Middle East trip.

Pezeshkian: Enhanced Iran-Uzbekistan ties will promote regional peace, security 13 May 2025

Pezeshkian: Enhanced Iran-Uzbekistan ties will promote regional peace, security

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says the expansion of relations between Iran and Uzbekistan will promote mutual and regional peace and security.

Thousands rally in London to condemn Britain’s support for Israel 18 May 2025

Thousands rally in London to condemn Britain’s support for Israel

Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets of London on Saturday to mark the 77th anniversary of Nakba Day.

Iran’s U.N. envoy criticizes disinformation campaigns on war in Gaza 17 May 2025

Iran’s U.N. envoy criticizes disinformation campaigns on war in Gaza

Iravani said that Israel and its supporters continue their violent operations against Palestine under the illusion of impunity, fueled by deceptive propaganda despite repeated global demands to halt Israeli aggression.

‘We like each other a lot’: Trump signs multiple deals with Saudi Arabia’s MBS 14 May 2025

‘We like each other a lot’: Trump signs multiple deals with Saudi Arabia’s MBS

Among the agreements signed were several focused on military cooperation, including the modernization of Saudi armed forces, enhanced training and support services, and improvements in health capabilities for Saudi military personnel.

Hamas releases imprisoned Israeli-American soldier 13 May 2025

Hamas releases imprisoned Israeli-American soldier

The Islamic Resistance Movement freed prisoner Edan Alexander, describing the move as a gesture of positivity and high flexibility.

Trump will accept a luxury aircraft from Qatar: Report 12 May 2025

Trump will accept a luxury aircraft from Qatar: Report

The U.S. president is reportedly set to accept a luxury plane from Qatar.

India and Pakistan agree to a ceasefire deal after U.S.-mediated talks 11 May 2025

India and Pakistan agree to a ceasefire deal after U.S.-mediated talks

Clashes followed New Delhi’s airstrikes on Pakistan-administered Kashmir in retaliation for an armed attack on Indian tourists in the disputed Himalayan region, prompting Islamabad to launch similar military action.

Hubble Telescope Captures Detailed Image of Spiral Galaxy NGC 3430 31 Jul 2024

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 03 Jun 2024

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 18 May 2024

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.

13 Aug 2022

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 17 Jun 2022

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 17 May 2022

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 15 Dec 2024

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 08 Dec 2024

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 02 Dec 2024

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 25 Nov 2024

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 17 Nov 2024

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 17 Nov 2024

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.

Nobel laureate Mario Vargas Llosa passes away at 89 15 Apr 2025

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 12 Apr 2025

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 07 Apr 2025

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’s envoy to Russia says culture and art creates sustainable ties between nations 05 Apr 2025

Iran’s envoy to Russia says culture and art creates sustainable ties between nations

Kazem Jalali, Iran’s ambassador to Russia, says culture and art help establish sustainable relations between countries.

Foreign minister calls Nowruz symbol of cultural bonds among nations 17 Mar 2025

Foreign minister calls Nowruz symbol of cultural bonds among nations

As Iran is about to celebrate its traditional New Year, best known as Nowruz, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says the ancient ritual can provide a ground for expanding regional and international cooperation in cultural, economic, and social spheres.

Morteza Badge: A special award for documentarians at resistance film festival 05 Mar 2025

Morteza Badge: A special award for documentarians at resistance film festival

The 18th International Resistance Film Festival will introduce a new award recognizing documentarians whose works embody the ideals of Martyr Sayyed Morteza Avini.

Ghasem Haddadifar Named Zob Ahan Coach 18 May 2025

Ghasem Haddadifar Named Zob Ahan Coach

Ghasem Haddadifar was named the new head coach of Iran’s Zob Ahan football team on Saturday.

Iranian Weightlifters Win Medals in 2025 Asian Championships 17 May 2025

Iranian Weightlifters Win Medals in 2025 Asian Championships

Ali Alipour and Alireza Moeini of Iran won a gold and a bronze medal respectively in the 2025 Asian Weightlifting Championships on Wednesday.

Clarence Seedorf joins Iran’s Esteghlal Football Club 14 May 2025

Clarence Seedorf joins Iran’s Esteghlal Football Club

Clarence Seedorf, the former Dutch star of AC Milan, Ajax, Inter Milan, and Real Madrid, was appointed as a sports consultant for Iran’s Esteghlal Football Club.

Mehdi Taremi Helps Inter Beat Torino 13 May 2025

Mehdi Taremi Helps Inter Beat Torino

Inter Milan kept the pressure on Napoli and celebrated its Champions League exploits with victory away to Torino, decided by a sensational Nicola Zalewski effort and Kristjan Asllani penalty under a thunderstorm.

Foolad Sirjan Defeats Nakhon Ratchasima Qmin C in AVC Champions League 12 May 2025

Foolad Sirjan Defeats Nakhon Ratchasima Qmin C in AVC Champions League

Foolad Sirjan Iranian defeated Nakhon Ratchasima Qmin C VC of Thailand in dramatic five-setter 25-17, 22-25, 25-17, 19-25, 15-11 in Pool C in the inaugural AVC Men’s Champions League on Sunday.

Foolad Sirjan Ready to Shine at 2025 AVC Men’s Champions League 11 May 2025

Foolad Sirjan Ready to Shine at 2025 AVC Men’s Champions League

Excitement is building for one of Asia’s most anticipated volleyball competitions, as Japan gears up to host the inaugural AVC Men’s Champions League, a bold rebrand of the annual Asian Men’s Club Championship, in Osaka and Kyoto from May 11 to 18.

President Pezeshkian tours Tehran International Book Fair 17 May 2025

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 04 May 2025

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 28 Apr 2025

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.

Blast occurs at port in southern Iran 26 Apr 2025

Blast occurs at port in southern Iran

A huge explosion took place at Shahid Rajaee Port near Bandar Abbas, in southern Iran, on Saturday.

I.R.G.C. seizes 1.5 million liters of smuggled fuel in the Persian Gulf 23 Apr 2025

I.R.G.C. seizes 1.5 million liters of smuggled fuel in the Persian Gulf

The I.R.G.C. Navy seized two foreign vessels in the Persian Gulf carrying 1.5 million liters of smuggled fuel.

Iran extradites 199 Afghani prisoners: Official 19 Apr 2025

Iran extradites 199 Afghani prisoners: Official

Iran transferred 199 Afghan inmates to their home country as part of its commitment to humanitarian principles and international agreements on prisoner exchange.

Commander: Navy has shown Iran’s power and progress to the world 18 May 2025

Commander: Navy has shown Iran’s power and progress to the world

Commander of Navy Rear-Admiral Shahram Irani said that major missions are on the agenda, adding that the 86th Fleet of the Iranian Navy has shown to the world the authority and progress of Islamic Iran.

Top general: Iranian Armed Forces at peak of their combat readiness 17 May 2025

Top general: Iranian Armed Forces at peak of their combat readiness

Major General Mohammad Baqeri stressed the combat and operational readiness of Iranian Armed Forces to confront hostile acts.

Top general inspects naval facilities in Iran’s Bandar Abbas 12 May 2025

Top general inspects naval facilities in Iran’s Bandar Abbas

Major General Baqeri announced that military personnel would face rigorous field assessments to improve operational strategies and ensure Iran’s continued defense readiness.

Defense minister says the enemy should not even think of attacking Iran 05 May 2025

Defense minister says the enemy should not even think of attacking Iran

Defense Minister Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh warned that the enemy should not even think of attacking Iran or it will face the rigid and devastating response by the Islamic Republic.

Senior Mossad spy executed over role in espionage and terrorist operations 03 May 2025

Senior Mossad spy executed over role in espionage and terrorist operations

Langar-Neshin was hanged on Wednesday Morning following a full legal process, including trial, appeal, and final confirmation of the verdict by Iran’s Supreme Court.

Persian Gulf security must be ensured by regional countries: IRGC Navy commander 30 Apr 2025

Persian Gulf security must be ensured by regional countries: IRGC Navy commander

IRGC Navy commander Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri says regional nations, not foreign forces, should safeguard the Persian Gulf, which is vital for global energy exports.