TEHRAN - The 41st Havana International Fair (FIHAV), Cuba’s most prominent trade and investment exhibition, has officially opened with the participation of senior Iranian economic representatives and private sector companies. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Samad Hassanzadeh, President of the Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture; Ghadir Ghiyafeh, Vice President of the Iran Chamber; Zabihollah Naderi, the Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Havana; and Seyed Hamed Asgari, Deputy for International Affairs of the Iran Chamber.

TEHRAN - A high-level business and investment meeting between representatives of Isfahan and South Korea has opened new horizons for economic, industrial, tourism, and cultural cooperation between the two sides. The session, held in Isfahan, focused on strengthening mutual understanding, expanding trade exchanges, developing technological partnerships, and creating new opportunities for tourism and investment.

TEHRAN - The head of Iran’s Chamber of Guilds stated that while prices have increased, the country has experienced no shortage of essential goods, noting that consumer demand rose by as much as 250% during the 12-day war.

TEHRAN - Iran has increased its daily production of gasoline and diesel by a combined total of 9 million liters since the start of the 14th administration through September this year, equivalent to output from a 100,000-barrel-per-day refinery, a senior oil official announced.

South Korean Ambassador to Tehran Kim Junpyo has emphasized the importance of reviving tourism and trade exchanges between the two nations.

President Masoud Pezeshkian says Iran’s dynamic participation in international and regional blocs, including BRICS, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), and the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), helps create significant economic opportunities for businessmen and investors.

TEHRAN - The Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council called for the removal of existing obstacles and the facilitation of economic interactions with Pakistan, describing the goal of increasing trade to $10 billion as achievable.

TEHRAN – Majlis Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf announced that the new method of distributing electronic commodity coupons (Kalabarg) has entered its implementation phase. He stated that the rollout of the new system—which is designed to keep consumer prices stable throughout the year—will begin soon.

TEHRAN - Rear Admiral Shahram Irani, Commander of the Iranian Navy, stated that despite ongoing international sanctions, Iran remains fully committed to supporting its scientists and researchers in international waters, including the South Pole. Speaking at a press conference on the occasion of Iranian Navy Day, Irani emphasized that while Iran has no intention of establishing a military presence in Antarctica, the Navy will provide logistical and navigational support to ensure the safe passage of scientific teams.

Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei has announced the upcoming visit of Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to France this week.

Abdolreza Rahmani Fazli, the Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to China, has met on Saturday with Abbas Araghchi, Iran’s Minister of Foreign Affairs.

Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Tehran is ready for dialogue aimed at strengthening bilateral relations with Lebanon, while stressing that Iran does not interfere in the country’s internal affairs.

PFC Nasaf will hope its good track record against Tractor FC steer the team to the first points of its AFC Champions League Elite 2025-25 campaign on Monday.

Iran remained the second-highest ranked Asian side in the latest FIFA World Ranking released on Wednesday.

Iran defeated South Korea 7-0 in the IFCPF Asia-Oceania Cup 2025 on Monday.

East Bengal saw off Bam Khatoon 3-1 in their AFC Women’s Champions League 2025-26 Group B opener on Monday.

Iran’s wushu and taekwondo teams have given a thrilling performance at the Riyadh 2025 Islamic Solidarity Games, grabbing five gold, three silver, and one bronze medals on Sunday.

Iranian female taekwondoka Saina Karimi has received a gold medal at the 2025 Islamic Solidarity Games which is underway in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

The Public Relations Office of the Quds Ground Force of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has announced the arrest of a terrorist team along with the seizure of two suicide vests in the southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan.

Head of the Iranian Crisis Management Organization Hossein Sajedi said the fire in Elit forest in the northern province of Mazandaran is now under control.

Governor General of Mazandaran Province Mehdi Younesi Rostami says that Belarus has expressed its readiness to help extinguish the fire in the Elit forest in the northern province of Mazandaran.

The International Iranology Summit has started work at the Islamic Culture and Relations Organization with the participation of 50 international experts from 22 countries.

Iranian president’s aide for social affairs Ali Rabiei has emphasized that addressing global challenges requires collective and principled action.

Brazilian representative to the BRICS Civil Council Marco Fernandes in a meeting with Head of the Iranian Red Crescent Society Pir-Hossein Koulivand has stressed that the role of the Iranian Red Crescent, with its very strong capacity and extensive experience in carrying out humanitarian activities at the national and international levels, will certainly be very effective in the actions of the BRICS Civil Council.

Defense Minister Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh has traveled to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) following an invitation from his Emirati counterpart.

IRGC Navy seizes oil tanker with ‘unauthorized cargo’ off Makran coast TEHRAN (Iran News) In a statement on Saturday, the IRGC Navy said the “operation was carried out in line with legal duties and to protect the national interests and resources of the Islamic Republic of Iran.” According to the statement, the IRGC’s rapid reaction units […]

Brigadier General Ali Fadavi, deputy commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), has reaffirmed the force’s commitment to the directive of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei on the development of Iran’s missile range.

Defense Minister Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh says Iran’s defense production has improved both in quantity and quality compared to before the 12-day Israeli-imposed war in June.

Pakistan has recognized the Iranian pavilion as the top foreign exhibit at its major international maritime exposition.

Chief Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Mohammad Pakpour has warned the enemies against any new adventurism.