Wednesday, 18 February , 2026
Gold Tops Imports as 74% of Iran’s Exports Go to Five Countries 15 Feb 2026

Gold Tops Imports as 74% of Iran’s Exports Go to Five Countries

TEHRAN - According to a report by Iran Trade Promotion Organization cited by ILNA, Iran’s foreign trade statistics for the first nine months of the Iranian year 1404 show continued trade activity, with gold ranking as the country’s top import item and five countries accounting for 74% of total exports.

Iranian, Iraqi foreign ministers discuss bilateral ties, regional developments on phone 15 Feb 2026

Iranian, Iraqi foreign ministers discuss bilateral ties, regional developments on phone

In continuation of his consultations with foreign ministers of the region, Abbas Araghchi, the minister of foreign affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran, held a telephone conversation with his Iraqi counterpart, Fuad Hussein, on Saturday evening.

Top Resistance cleric warns attack on Iran will ignite entire region 15 Feb 2026

Top Resistance cleric warns attack on Iran will ignite entire region

The head of the World Union of Resistance Scholars has warned that any new aggression against Iran will set the entire region ablaze.

Over $11b in Oil Revenues Yet to Return 15 Feb 2026

Over $11b in Oil Revenues Yet to Return

TEHRAN - Former head of the Naftiran Intertrade Company (NICO) has alleged that more than $11 billion in oil revenues have not been repatriated to Iran, accusing certain intermediaries—known as “trustees”—of withholding funds and warning that a proposed government decision to settle debts through barter imports could fuel further corruption.

Iran Faces Investment Slump as Foreign and Domestic Investors Pull Back 14 Feb 2026

Iran Faces Investment Slump as Foreign and Domestic Investors Pull Back

TEHRAN - The head of the Investment and Financing Commission at the Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture says both foreign and domestic investors are retreating from Iran, warning that prolonged political and economic uncertainty has pushed the country’s capital formation rate into negative territory.

Non-Aligned Movement underlines need for dialogue and de-escalation in ME 14 Feb 2026

Non-Aligned Movement underlines need for dialogue and de-escalation in ME

The member countries of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) have stressed the need for dialogue and de-escalation in the Middle East and expressed concern regarding the recent developments in the region.

Iran futsal team rises to 4th, climbs one spot in FIFA rankings 14 Feb 2026

Iran futsal team rises to 4th, climbs one spot in FIFA rankings

Iran’s national futsal team has moved up one place in the latest FIFA world rankings, securing fourth position with a total of 1,523 points.

Tehran illuminated by fireworks on eve of February 10; Tabiat Bridge turns into colors of Iranian flag 14 Feb 2026

Tehran illuminated by fireworks on eve of February 10; Tabiat Bridge turns into colors of Iranian flag

Simultaneously with the chants of "Allahu Akbar" (God is Greatest) at 9:00 PM tonight, marking the glorious anniversary of the Islamic Revolution's victory, the country's largest fireworks display was held at the Milad Tower complex and various points across the capital, while the Tabiat Bridge was illuminated in the colors of the Iranian flag.

U.S., Israel Exploit Iran’s Challenges Without Genuine Concern 14 Feb 2026

U.S., Israel Exploit Iran’s Challenges Without Genuine Concern

TEHRAN - President Masoud Pezeshkian says that foreign powers, including the United States and Israel, exploit Iran’s challenges without genuine concern for the country’s welfare.

Iran-China Rail Link via Afghanistan Proposed to Facilitate Goods Transit 14 Feb 2026

Iran-China Rail Link via Afghanistan Proposed to Facilitate Goods Transit

TEHRAN - A proposed rail connection linking Iran to China through Afghanistan could cut transportation distances by up to 50 percent and enable direct freight train movement to Europe, according to the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA).