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Spokesman Raps Harassment of Iranian Voters in West 02 Jul 2024

Spokesman Raps Harassment of Iranian Voters in West

The spokesperson for Iran’s Foreign Ministry abhorred the offensive treatment of Iranian voters in the June 28 presidential election in a number of Western countries, which he said claim to be advocating democracy and freedom and speech.

Iran-Turkey Trade Hits $2.3 Billion in 5-Month Period 02 Jul 2024

Iran-Turkey Trade Hits $2.3 Billion in 5-Month Period

The trade exchanges between Iran and Turkey in the first five months of 2024 (January to May) reached $2.3 billion, registering a five percent growth compared to last year’s corresponding period.

Iran-Turkey Trade Hits $2.3 Billion in 5-Month Period 02 Jul 2024

Iran-Turkey Trade Hits $2.3 Billion in 5-Month Period

The trade exchanges between Iran and Turkey in the first five months of 2024 (January to May) reached $2.3 billion, registering a five percent growth compared to last year’s corresponding period.

Iran Exporting Crude Oil to 17 Countries: Oil Minister 02 Jul 2024

Iran Exporting Crude Oil to 17 Countries: Oil Minister

Iran’s oil minister said that the country is currently exporting crude oil to 17 countries, including some in Europe.

Iran Exports $50 Million of Handwoven Carpets in One Year: Official 30 Jun 2024

Iran Exports $50 Million of Handwoven Carpets in One Year: Official

The CEO of the National Union of Handwoven Carpet Cooperatives of Iran said $50 million of the handwoven carpets were exported from the country in the last Iranian calendar year (March 21, 2023 to March 19, 2024).

Iran ELECOMP Exhibition 2024 Kicks Off in Tehran 30 Jun 2024

Iran ELECOMP Exhibition 2024 Kicks Off in Tehran

The 27th Iran International Electronic, Computer & E-Commerce Exhibition entitled “Iran ELECOMP 2024” was launched at the Tehran Permanent International Fairgrounds on Saturday in the presence of Iran’s Minister of Communications and Information Technology (ICT) Issa Zarepour.

Iran’s Oil Output Rises by 60%: Oil Minister 28 Jun 2024

Iran’s Oil Output Rises by 60%: Oil Minister

Iran's oil minister said that the country’s oil production volume has risen by 60 percent over the three past years, namely during the administration of the late President Ebrahim Raisi that assumed office in August 2021.

Iran Becoming A Gas Hub in Region 28 Jun 2024

Iran Becoming A Gas Hub in Region

Officials at Iran's Oil Ministry during the administration of the late Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi have taken a major step to turn the country into the gas hub in the region after signing a memorandum of understanding between Tehran and Moscow for gas supply from Russia to Iran

Spokesman Raps Harassment of Iranian Voters in West 02 Jul 2024

Spokesman Raps Harassment of Iranian Voters in West

The spokesperson for Iran’s Foreign Ministry abhorred the offensive treatment of Iranian voters in the June 28 presidential election in a number of Western countries, which he said claim to be advocating democracy and freedom and speech.

Spokesman Raps Harassment of Iranian Voters in West 02 Jul 2024

Spokesman Raps Harassment of Iranian Voters in West

The spokesperson for Iran’s Foreign Ministry abhorred the offensive treatment of Iranian voters in the June 28 presidential election in a number of Western countries, which he said claim to be advocating democracy and freedom and speech.

Rivals Face Off in One-On-One Debate Ahead of Iran Presidential Runoff 02 Jul 2024

Rivals Face Off in One-On-One Debate Ahead of Iran Presidential Runoff

Masoud Pezeshkian and Saeed Jalili faced off in their first one-on-one debate of the Iranian presidential race on Monday night ahead of the runoff election on July 5.

Iran Advocating Destruction of WMDs: Caretaker FM 01 Jul 2024

Iran Advocating Destruction of WMDs: Caretaker FM

Describing Iran as a main victim of chemical weapons, the Iranian caretaker foreign minister voiced the Islamic Republic’s active support for the destruction of weapons of mass destruction.

Arrangements Made for Iran’s Presidential Runoff Abroad 01 Jul 2024

Arrangements Made for Iran’s Presidential Runoff Abroad

As two candidates are headed for a runoff in Iran's presidential race, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has made arrangements for the participation of expatriates in the upcoming polls, slated for July 5.

Iranian Caretaker FM Remembers Victims of Sardasht Chemical Bombing 01 Jul 2024

Iranian Caretaker FM Remembers Victims of Sardasht Chemical Bombing

Caretaker Foreign Minister of Iran Ali Baqeri honored the memory of those killed in chemical attacks on the country’s northwestern city of Sardasht four decades ago.

Iran Election Results Confirmed by Constitutional Council 01 Jul 2024

Iran Election Results Confirmed by Constitutional Council

The Constitutional Council of Iran verified the authenticity of the final results of the nationwide presidential election that was held on June 28, as the polls have been headed for a runoff slated for next Friday.

Over Half Million Women in Gaza Face Food Insecurity: UNRWA 01 Jul 2024

Over Half Million Women in Gaza Face Food Insecurity: UNRWA

More than 557,000 women in Gaza are suffering from severe food insecurity, according to a recent statement by UN Women shared by UNRWA on social media.

Gaza Endures Escalating Israeli Attacks As Casualties Mount 01 Jul 2024

Gaza Endures Escalating Israeli Attacks As Casualties Mount

Israeli artillery and air strikes have intensified across Gaza, leading to significant casualties and widespread destruction, particularly in the Shujayea neighborhood.

Drone Fire Targets Palestinians Fleeing Shujayea amid Ongoing Israeli Onslaught 01 Jul 2024

Drone Fire Targets Palestinians Fleeing Shujayea amid Ongoing Israeli Onslaught

As Israeli forces intensify their assault on Gaza, Palestinians attempting to flee Shujayea are being targeted by drone fire, leaving many trapped and calling for urgent international assistance.

UN, EU Condemn Israeli Decision to Legalize West Bank Settlements 01 Jul 2024

UN, EU Condemn Israeli Decision to Legalize West Bank Settlements

The United Nations and the European Union have strongly condemned Israel's decision to legalize five settlement outposts in the occupied West Bank and issue tenders for thousands of illegal housing units.

Nasrallah to Address Event in Honor of Late Iranian President 27 Jun 2024

Nasrallah to Address Event in Honor of Late Iranian President

Secretary General of Hezbollah Seyed Hassan Nasrallah will deliver a speech at a ceremony due to be held on Thursday in commemoration of late Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi.

Yemeni Armed Forces Target Israel-Linked Ships in Support of Palestinians 25 Jun 2024

Yemeni Armed Forces Target Israel-Linked Ships in Support of Palestinians

The Yemeni Armed Forces have launched new operations against Israel-linked ships in nearby waters, supporting the Palestinian people and retaliating against US-British aggression.

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.

Iranian Engineer Invents Device for Alarming Earthquake 27 Dec 2021

Iranian Engineer Invents Device for Alarming Earthquake

An Iranian computer engineer has invented a device for alarming the approximate time and place of earthquake which can save the lives of people.

Hospital Fire Kills 9 in Iran’s Northern City 18 Jun 2024

Hospital Fire Kills 9 in Iran’s Northern City

A fire engulfed a hospital in Iran’s northern city of Rasht on Tuesday, killing at least 9 people and injuring several others.

Sanctions Taking Toll on Disabled People, Iran Warns 15 Jun 2024

Sanctions Taking Toll on Disabled People, Iran Warns

An Iranian official cautioned that the cruel sanctions imposed by the US and many Western countries on Iran have significantly increased the prime costs of rehabilitation items and specialized services and affected the economic capabilities of persons with disabilities.

Iranians Mark Demise Anniversary of Imam Khomeini 05 Jun 2024

Iranians Mark Demise Anniversary of Imam Khomeini

Iran held commemorative events on Monday, June 3, to pay tribute to the late founder of the Islamic Republic, Imam Khomeini, on the 35th anniversary of the popular leader’s demise.

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.

ICJ Order on Additional Measures in Genocide Case against Israel Expected Friday 25 May 2024

ICJ Order on Additional Measures in Genocide Case against Israel Expected Friday

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is scheduled to deliver its order Friday on a request for additional provisional measures in the genocide case against Israel.

Iran’s Stock Market Shuts Down, Sports Events Canceled after President’s Death 21 May 2024

Iran’s Stock Market Shuts Down, Sports Events Canceled after President’s Death

The passing away of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian in a helicopter crash has led to the closure of the stock exchange market and cancellation of the sports events across the country.

Bangladeshis in Tehran Mark the 53rd Independence and National Day 23 Jun 2024
By: F. Taherpoor

Bangladeshis in Tehran Mark the 53rd Independence and National Day

TEHRAN – Bangladesh Embassy in Tehran on Saturday, June 22, launched a reception at Parsian Azadi Hotel to mark Bangladesh’s 53rd Independence and National Day.

Bukhara: A Gem of History, Beauty, and Literature 09 Jun 2024
By: F. Taherpoor

Bukhara: A Gem of History, Beauty, and Literature

BUKHARA, Uzbekistan – On the eve of the 12th session of tourism ministers of the Organization of the Islamic Countries (OIC) in Khiva, Uzbekistan, we had this opportunity to tour some historical cities and monuments of Uzbekistan in collaboration with the Tourism Committee of Uzbekistan which was in charge of organizing the journalists and the event and Mr. Sultanov Sherzod Ikromogli, the deputy head of the committee, was in charge of leading the group of journalists in this unforgettable and dreamy visit to this country.

Copenhagen Festival’s Best Foreign Short Film award goes to Iranian documentary “Daughter” 08 Apr 2024

Copenhagen Festival’s Best Foreign Short Film award goes to Iranian documentary “Daughter”

Iranian documentary film “Daughter” (also known as Destiny) directed by Yaser Talebi won the Best Foreign Short Film award from the Copenhagen Short Film Festival in Denmark.

Iranian actor Davoudnejad laid to rest 07 Apr 2024

Iranian actor Davoudnejad laid to rest

Iranian actor Reza Davoudnejad who died of liver failure was buried Saturday in the capital Tehran.

Worshippers hold vigils, pray on Laylat-al-Qadr across Iran 04 Apr 2024

Worshippers hold vigils, pray on Laylat-al-Qadr across Iran

Worshippers held all-nigh vigils at mosques and religious sites across Iran on Laylat-al-Qadr (the Night of Destiny), saying prayers in supplication and asking for divine forgiveness.

People in Iranian city of Zanjan recite Qur’an in congregation 03 Apr 2024

People in Iranian city of Zanjan recite Qur’an in congregation

People in the Iranian city of Zanjan, in western Tehran, traditionally go the Grand Hosseiniyeh religious center during the fasting month of Ramadan and recite the Holy Qur’an in mass gatherings. 

Iranian Teams Win 2024 World Taekwondo World Cup Team Championships 02 Jul 2024

Iranian Teams Win 2024 World Taekwondo World Cup Team Championships

Iran’s men’s and women’s teams claimed the title of the 2024 World Taekwondo World Cup Team Championships Series.

Two Iran Matches among Ones to Watch 01 Jul 2024

Two Iran Matches among Ones to Watch

The draw for the AFC Asian Qualifiers - Road To 26 held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Thursday has produced a string of encounters over the upcoming months that Asian football fans can look forward to with great excitement.

Iran 3rd in FIBA U-18 Women’s Asia Cup Division B 01 Jul 2024

Iran 3rd in FIBA U-18 Women’s Asia Cup Division B

Iran was defeated against Samoa 64-59 on Sunday in the FIBA U-18 Women's Asia Cup Division B third-place match.

Emamifar Named Manningham United Blues Assistant Coach 28 Jun 2024

Emamifar Named Manningham United Blues Assistant Coach

Former Iran and Persepolis midfielder Alireza Emamifar has been appointed as assistant coach of Manningham United Blues.

Iran Defeats Chile in 2024 Handball President’s Cup 25 Jun 2024

Iran Defeats Chile in 2024 Handball President’s Cup

Iran women’s junior handball team beat Chile 27-25 in Group I of the President’s Cup on Tuesday.

Yahya Golmohammadi Named Foolad Coach: IPL 24 Jun 2024

Yahya Golmohammadi Named Foolad Coach: IPL

Yahya Golmohammadi was named the head coach of the Foolad football team on Saturday.

Range of Iran Hypersonic Missile Could Increase to 2,000 km 24 Jun 2023

Range of Iran Hypersonic Missile Could Increase to 2,000 km

The commander of the IRGC Aerospace Force said that the range of the recently-unveiled domestically-made Fattah hypersonic missile could increase to 2,000 km from 1,400 km.

Range of Iran Hypersonic Missile Could Increase to 2,000 km 24 Jun 2023

Range of Iran Hypersonic Missile Could Increase to 2,000 km

The commander of the IRGC Aerospace Force said that the range of the recently-unveiled domestically-made Fattah hypersonic missile could increase to 2,000 km from 1,400 km.

Flight ticket for child under 12 11 Jun 2023

Flight ticket for child under 12

The flight ticket price for children is generally less than for adults, dependent on the airline's policy.

Iran Launches New Precision-Guided Kheibar Ballistic Missile 27 May 2023

Iran Launches New Precision-Guided Kheibar Ballistic Missile

Iran successfully test-launched its most advanced Khorramshahr-class ballistic missile called Kheibar, a medium-range precision-guided missile that can carry a 1,500 kg warhead.

Iran Defense Equipment Entering Global Market 25 Apr 2023

Iran Defense Equipment Entering Global Market

The head of the Iran Aviation Industries Organization (IAIO) has highlighted the country’s self-reliance in manufacturing military equipment, including drones, saying many countries want to purchase the Iranian defense products.

44 Years of Opportunity Have Burned 13 Mar 2023
Exclusive Interview With Haj Hamid Reza Naghashian, the CEO of Sokhan Gostar Institute

44 Years of Opportunity Have Burned

Mr. Hamid Reza Naghashian, the owner and the CEO of Sokhan Gostar Institute, publisher of two English and Persian dailies of IRAN NEWS and Sobh-e Eghtesad, despite his great role in the early days of the Islamic Revolution is less seen in the media and has decided to stay away from the state jobs and prefers to continue his activities in the cultural sector. There was a chance to encourage him for giving and interview to us and finally on March 2 we could seat with him at the office of Sokhan Gostar Institute for an exclusive warm and interesting interview.

Iran Launches Assembly Line of Indigenous Yasin Training Jet 12 Mar 2023

Iran Launches Assembly Line of Indigenous Yasin Training Jet

Defense Minister Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Ashtiani has launched the production line of homegrown Yasin training jet, which could also be tasked for close air support (CAS).

No limits on exports and imports of military equipment: defense chief 29 May 2023

No limits on exports and imports of military equipment: defense chief

Iranian Defense Minister Mohammad Reza Ashtiani has said that Iran faces no limits in terms of exporting and importing military gear, Tasnim reported on Sunday.

No limits on exports and imports of military equipment: defense chief 29 May 2023

No limits on exports and imports of military equipment: defense chief

Iranian Defense Minister Mohammad Reza Ashtiani has said that Iran faces no limits in terms of exporting and importing military gear, Tasnim reported on Sunday.

Superiority in the Sea 10 Nov 2021
By: Hamid Reza Naghashian

Superiority in the Sea

  Recent developments in the region and especially in the Sea of Oman and the Persian Gulf are signs of emergence of one of the strongest navies in the world which is the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Army to test four new military equipment 02 Oct 2021

Army to test four new military equipment

On the sidelines of a military drill in northwest Iran on Friday morning, commander of the Army Ground Force Kioumars Heydari said that Iran will test four new weaponries in the drill.

Iraqi Kurdistan ’s inaction over Kurdish militants angers Iran 08 Sep 2021

Iraqi Kurdistan ’s inaction over Kurdish militants angers Iran

In the latest indication that Iraqi Kurdistan’s regional government has not sufficiently heeded Iran’s earlier warnings over the activism of dissident groups, a senior Iranian general starkly warned the Iraqi Kurdish authorities to rein in the activities of these groups. 

IRGC Plans to Enhance Missile Power 05 Sep 2021

IRGC Plans to Enhance Missile Power

Head of the Aerospace Division of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the force has plans to boost cooperation with the Defense Ministry to enhance its missile power in the new administration.

Iranian military warns against fabricating stories, says won’t allow military engagement in peripher 08 Aug 2021

Iranian military warns against fabricating stories, says won’t allow military engagement in peripher

A senior spokesman for the Iranian Armed Forces General Staff on Saturday dismissed as untrue statements by the United States about a suspicious incident for an Israeli-operated tanker in the Sea of Oman, warning the enemy that Iran will not allow any military engagement in its periphery.