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President Pezeshkian emphasizes strengthening Iran–Georgia convergence in new Caucasus dynamics 23 Dec 2025

President Pezeshkian emphasizes strengthening Iran–Georgia convergence in new Caucasus dynamics

President Masoud Pezeshkian has emphasized the need to strengthen convergence between Iran and Georgia amid evolving regional and international dynamics in the Caucasus, highlighting expanded economic, transit, and diplomatic cooperation as key pillars for balanced stability in the region.

Iran chess team wins double gold in 2025 World Rapid & Blitz Championships 23 Dec 2025

Iran chess team wins double gold in 2025 World Rapid & Blitz Championships

The Iranian chess team has been ranked 4th after the squad members won two gold medals in the FIDE World U9-U17 Rapid and Blitz Championships, held in Antalya, Turkey.

Russia denies reports of embassy evacuation from Venezuela 23 Dec 2025

Russia denies reports of embassy evacuation from Venezuela

Russia’s Foreign Ministry has strongly denied media reports claiming that Moscow has begun evacuating its embassy in Venezuela, calling the allegations false and misleading.

Movements of Iran’s enemies under constant surveillance: Army Chief Hatami 23 Dec 2025

Movements of Iran’s enemies under constant surveillance: Army Chief Hatami

Major General Amir Hatami, Commander-in-Chief of the Iranian Armed Forces, says the Army continuously works to enhance its preparedness to confront all forms of threats, including asymmetric and irregular warfare, stressing that any hostile act will be met with a decisive response.

Call for Establishment of Permanent Iranian Trade Office in Uzbekistan 23 Dec 2025

Call for Establishment of Permanent Iranian Trade Office in Uzbekistan

TEHRAN - At a meeting between the Ambassador of the Republic of Uzbekistan to Tehran, the Governor of Markazi Province, and members of the board of the Arak Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines, and Agriculture, participants emphasized the strategic role of Markazi Province in expanding trade relations between Iran and Uzbekistan.

Iran–Kazakhstan Cultural Night Highlights Silk Road Legacy and Cultural Diplomacy 23 Dec 2025

Iran–Kazakhstan Cultural Night Highlights Silk Road Legacy and Cultural Diplomacy

TEHRAN - The event titled “Iran–Kazakhstan Night,” the first program in a new series of cultural gatherings called “Shared Heritage, Enduring Bond,” was held at Niavaran Palace in Tehran on the occasion of Yalda Night and the beginning of winter. Attended by senior officials from both countries as well as ambassadors from various nations, the event emphasized strengthening cultural diplomacy and reviving historical ties between Iran and Kazakhstan.

Missile Program Developed for National Defense, Not for Negotiations 22 Dec 2025

Missile Program Developed for National Defense, Not for Negotiations

TEHRAN - Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei said Iran’s missile program has been developed solely to defend the country’s sovereignty and is not subject to negotiation, adding that regional “resistance” movements are deeply rooted and will continue as long as occupation persists.

Iranian Fishermen to Gain Access to Mauritius and Madagascar Waters 22 Dec 2025

Iranian Fishermen to Gain Access to Mauritius and Madagascar Waters

TEHRAN - A deputy head of the Iran Fisheries Organization said negotiations are underway with Mauritius and Madagascar to allow Iranian fishermen to operate in their fishing grounds, adding that several Iranian fishermen have recently been released from prisons in India.

OIC calls for accountability, justice for Israeli crimes in Gaza 22 Dec 2025

OIC calls for accountability, justice for Israeli crimes in Gaza

The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has condemned the ongoing Israeli crimes against Palestinians, including the recent deadly attack on a wedding ceremony at a school sheltering displaced civilians in Gaza City.

Yalda Night celebrated in Russia, Pakistan 22 Dec 2025

Yalda Night celebrated in Russia, Pakistan

Traditional celebrations marking Yalda Night, the winter solstice, and the longest night of the year in the Iranian calendar, were held in Moscow and several cities across Pakistan, underscoring shared cultural values centered on light, unity, and human connection.