Friday, 2 January , 2026
  • Gov’t Recognizes Protests, Pledges Economic Reforms 30 Dec 2025

    Gov’t Recognizes Protests, Pledges Economic Reforms

    TEHRAN - The Iranian government has officially acknowledged recent public protests and emphasized its commitment to citizens’ constitutional right to peaceful assembly, while outlining plans to address economic grievances and rising inflation. Government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani said Tuesday that authorities view the current crisis as both a challenge and an opportunity to strengthen social cohesion and improve public trust.

Iran says beats sanctions, economic growth exceeds 6 percent 27 Feb 2024

Iran says beats sanctions, economic growth exceeds 6 percent

The Iranian economic and financial affairs minister says the country experienced a growth rate of over 6 percent in economy during the past year.

UN chief warns Israeli onslaught on Rafah would put ‘final nail in coffin’ to humanitarian aid 27 Feb 2024

UN chief warns Israeli onslaught on Rafah would put ‘final nail in coffin’ to humanitarian aid

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned that an all-out Israeli offensive in Rafah, where hundreds of thousands of displaced Palestinians are sheltering, would put an end to the UN assistance programs in Gaza.

Rescue teams deployed to snow-hit areas in Iran 27 Feb 2024

Rescue teams deployed to snow-hit areas in Iran

Rescue and medical teams have assisted over 1600 people affected by a heavy snowfall and blizzard across Iran in the past two days after an alarmingly dry spell, the head of the country’s Relief and Rescue Organization says.

Beach Soccer World Cup: Iran 6-1 Belarus, comes third 27 Feb 2024

Beach Soccer World Cup: Iran 6-1 Belarus, comes third

Iran's national beach soccer team showcased their prowess in the UAE World Cup 2024 ranking match against Belarus, securing a decisive 6-1 victory, coming third in the world.

US-UK joint strikes on Yemen to intensify regional insecurity and instability: Iran 26 Feb 2024

US-UK joint strikes on Yemen to intensify regional insecurity and instability: Iran

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Nasser Kanaani strongly condemned the fresh round of air attacks by the US and the UK against Yemen. He stressed that the joint move will only escalate insecurity and instability in the region without any achievement for Washington and London.

Muslim turned South Korean singer in Tehran 26 Feb 2024

Muslim turned South Korean singer in Tehran

Popular South Korean singer and rapper Kim Jay, who also has fans among Iranians, has recently converted to Islam and changed his name to Davoud Jay.

Snowfall blankets Iranian cities, including Tehran in winter splendor, sparking joy amidst challenges 26 Feb 2024

Snowfall blankets Iranian cities, including Tehran in winter splendor, sparking joy amidst challenges

In the wake of a prolonged dry spell and a concerning drop in water reservoir levels nationwide, Tehran experienced a transformative event as thick layers of snow draped the city on Sunday.

Renowned Iranian actress Pardis Afkari dies, aged 60 24 Feb 2024

Renowned Iranian actress Pardis Afkari dies, aged 60

Iranian actress Pardis Afkari, born in 1963, bid farewell to the world on Thursday, succumbing to a battle with a rapidly progressing case of liver cancer.

Tehran hosts urban marathon 24 Feb 2024

Tehran hosts urban marathon

A sports event dubbed ‘Tehran City Marathon’ was held at the Azadi Sports Complex in the Iranian capital on Thursday.

Warm winter in Iran raises concerns over continued drought 24 Feb 2024

Warm winter in Iran raises concerns over continued drought

2023 was the hottest year on the record on the earth, a major source of concern that drought will pose serious threats in water stressed countries like Iran.