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  • China Named a Strategic Partner in Iran’s Tourism Projects, Says Culture Minister 09 Apr 2025

    China Named a Strategic Partner in Iran’s Tourism Projects, Says Culture Minister

    TEHRAN - Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts has emphasized the importance of non-Western cultural investment and named China as one of Iran’s key strategic partners in tourism and heritage projects. In an interview with China’s Phoenix TV, Seyyed Reza Salehi Amiri highlighted the historical and ongoing collaboration between Iran and China, particularly under the framework of the ancient Silk Road and the contemporary 25-year cooperation plan between the two nations.

IAEA’s independent approach can lead to resolution of few remaining disputes with Iran: Envoy 09 Apr 2025

IAEA’s independent approach can lead to resolution of few remaining disputes with Iran: Envoy

Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations says that Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) have had a long-term cooperation; a cooperation that, if foreign political pressures on the IAEA are removed could lead to the resolution of the few remaining differences between the parties.

China Named a Strategic Partner in Iran’s Tourism Projects, Says Culture Minister 09 Apr 2025

China Named a Strategic Partner in Iran’s Tourism Projects, Says Culture Minister

TEHRAN - Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts has emphasized the importance of non-Western cultural investment and named China as one of Iran’s key strategic partners in tourism and heritage projects. In an interview with China’s Phoenix TV, Seyyed Reza Salehi Amiri highlighted the historical and ongoing collaboration between Iran and China, particularly under the framework of the ancient Silk Road and the contemporary 25-year cooperation plan between the two nations.

China Named a Strategic Partner in Iran’s Tourism Projects, Says Culture Minister 09 Apr 2025

China Named a Strategic Partner in Iran’s Tourism Projects, Says Culture Minister

TEHRAN - Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts has emphasized the importance of non-Western cultural investment and named China as one of Iran’s key strategic partners in tourism and heritage projects. In an interview with China’s Phoenix TV, Seyyed Reza Salehi Amiri highlighted the historical and ongoing collaboration between Iran and China, particularly under the framework of the ancient Silk Road and the contemporary 25-year cooperation plan between the two nations.

Iran, Iraq Explore New Avenues to Boost Bilateral Investment and Trade 09 Apr 2025

Iran, Iraq Explore New Avenues to Boost Bilateral Investment and Trade

TEHRAN - In a high-level meeting held at the Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture, Iranian and Iraqi officials emphasized their shared commitment to strengthening economic cooperation, with a focus on joint industrial ventures and expanding trade relations.

Iranian minister meets Azerbaijani president in Baku 08 Apr 2025

Iranian minister meets Azerbaijani president in Baku

Minister of Roads and Urban Development Farzaneh Sadeq met President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev in Baku on Tuesday.

Tehran-Tokyo Trade Continues via Third Countries 08 Apr 2025

Tehran-Tokyo Trade Continues via Third Countries

TEHRAN - The President of the Iran-Japan Joint Chamber of Commerce has confirmed that Japan strictly adheres to the provisions of international sanctions, leading to minimal official trade figures between the two nations. A significant portion of Iran-Japan commerce is now conducted through intermediary countries.

Iran’s Non-Oil Trade Reaches $130b 08 Apr 2025

Iran’s Non-Oil Trade Reaches $130b

TEHRAN - Iran's non-oil foreign trade reached a total of $130.2 billion during the Persian calendar year 1403 (March 2024–March 2025), marking a notable 11.39% increase compared to the previous year, according to preliminary data released by the Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA).

New Innovations Introduced for “Iran Expo 2025” 07 Apr 2025

New Innovations Introduced for “Iran Expo 2025”

TEHRAN - Amir Roshanbakhsh Ghanbari, Deputy for the Promotion of International Business at the Iran Trade Promotion Organization (TPO), announced new initiatives for the upcoming seventh edition of Iran Expo 2025, highlighting the event’s expanded scope and distinguished international participation.

President Pezeshkian says Iran does not seek war and will not yield on nuclear gains 09 Apr 2025

President Pezeshkian says Iran does not seek war and will not yield on nuclear gains

Tensions have skyrocketed between Tehran and Washington in recent weeks, especially after President Donald Trump warned that there would be ‘bombing’ against Iran if it refused to negotiate with the United States.

IAEA’s independent approach can lead to resolution of few remaining disputes with Iran: Envoy 09 Apr 2025

IAEA’s independent approach can lead to resolution of few remaining disputes with Iran: Envoy

Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations says that Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) have had a long-term cooperation; a cooperation that, if foreign political pressures on the IAEA are removed could lead to the resolution of the few remaining differences between the parties.

Gov’t Spokesperson Emphasizes Rational Diplomacy, Social Justice, and Economic Relief Measures 08 Apr 2025

Gov’t Spokesperson Emphasizes Rational Diplomacy, Social Justice, and Economic Relief Measures

TEHRAN - In her first press conference of the new Iranian year, government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani outlined the administration’s key strategies across domestic and foreign policy, including ongoing economic support measures, a firm commitment to equitable governance, and a rational approach to international negotiations.

Araqchi arrives in Algeria on official visit 08 Apr 2025

Araqchi arrives in Algeria on official visit

Iran and Algeria have been expanding their bilateral relations and signed gas, tourism, and other cooperation agreements in 2024.

U.S. must show it genuinely seeks negotiations: President Pezeshkian 07 Apr 2025

U.S. must show it genuinely seeks negotiations: President Pezeshkian

President Pezeshkian says that while Iran believes in negotiations, it will not engage in talks “at any cost.”

Foreign minister says no negotiations so far held between Iran and the U.S. 07 Apr 2025

Foreign minister says no negotiations so far held between Iran and the U.S.

Abbas Araqchi briefed the Iranian Parliament's National Security and Foreign Policy Committee on the issue of talks with Washington, saying that Tehran was in favor of negotiations but indirectly.

U.S. Department of State Spokesperson confirms Witkoff presence in Oman on Saturday 09 Apr 2025

U.S. Department of State Spokesperson confirms Witkoff presence in Oman on Saturday

The U.S. Department of State Spokesperson Tammy Bruce said President Donald Trump’s Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff will be in Oman for talks with Iran on Saturday.

Out of character, Trump trivializes Netanyahu 09 Apr 2025

Out of character, Trump trivializes Netanyahu

During a recent meeting at the White House, the president of the United States surprised, patronized, and belittled the Israeli prime minister, who had gone to great lengths to show an affinity for Trump.

Yemeni army attacks US destroyers in Red Sea and Israeli positions in Jaffa 08 Apr 2025

Yemeni army attacks US destroyers in Red Sea and Israeli positions in Jaffa

The Yemeni armed forces announced that they simultaneously targeted two American destroyers in the Red Sea and a military position of the Israeli regime in Jaffa.

Hamas calls for widespread participation in general strike in the West Bank 07 Apr 2025

Hamas calls for widespread participation in general strike in the West Bank

Hamas declared in a statement on Sunday that there is no option but to rise against the occupiers and confront them at all points of contact in the West Bank.

Russia: Ukraine increases energy attacks despite U.S.-brokered moratorium 06 Apr 2025

Russia: Ukraine increases energy attacks despite U.S.-brokered moratorium

Russia says Ukraine has increased its attacks on Russian energy infrastructure, hitting targets 14 times in the last 24 hours, despite a U.S.-brokered moratorium.

Yemen hits Israeli military site, downs ‘American-Israeli’ drone 05 Apr 2025

Yemen hits Israeli military site, downs ‘American-Israeli’ drone

Yemen hit an Israeli military site and downed an "American-Israeli" drone, reiterating its readiness should the United States and Israel seek escalation in the region.

Hubble Telescope Captures Detailed Image of Spiral Galaxy NGC 3430 31 Jul 2024

Hubble Telescope Captures Detailed Image of Spiral Galaxy NGC 3430

The NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope has provided a detailed snapshot of the spiral galaxy NGC 3430, located 100 million light-years from Earth in the constellation Leo Minor.

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.

Kyrgyzstan Promotes Joint Global Efforts to Address Mountain Degradation, Climate Change: Envoy 15 Dec 2024

Kyrgyzstan Promotes Joint Global Efforts to Address Mountain Degradation, Climate Change: Envoy

Marking International Mountain Day, Turdakun Sydykov, the Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to Iran, detailed his country’s ongoing efforts to address climate change, promote sustainable mountain development, and foster international collaboration.

Iran Hails UNESCO Recognition of Mehregan Festival 08 Dec 2024

Iran Hails UNESCO Recognition of Mehregan Festival

Iran's Foreign Ministry has applauded the inclusion of Mehregan, an ancient Persian festival, on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list, emphasizing its role in fostering cultural ties in the region.

Japan Contributes ¥690 Million to Restore Lake Urmia 02 Dec 2024

Japan Contributes ¥690 Million to Restore Lake Urmia

The United Nations Development Program (UNDP) has announced a ¥690 million ($4.6 million) contribution from Japan to support sustainable wetland management and enhance climate resilience in Iran, focusing on Lake Urmia and three other critical wetlands.

Protesters in Tehran Condemn Israeli Criminal Acts in Gaza, Lebanon 25 Nov 2024

Protesters in Tehran Condemn Israeli Criminal Acts in Gaza, Lebanon

A group of Tehran residents gathered outside the United Nations office in the Iranian capital early Friday to denounce the genocide and crimes committed by Israel in Gaza and Lebanon.

US Fined Nearly $50 Billion for Sponsoring Terrorist Groups 17 Nov 2024

US Fined Nearly $50 Billion for Sponsoring Terrorist Groups

An Iranian court ruled that the US government should pay $48,860 million in compensation to families of the soldiers who have been martyred in defending the Holy Shrines against the terrorist groups.

Food Processing Plant Using Plasma Technology Opens South of Iran 17 Nov 2024

Food Processing Plant Using Plasma Technology Opens South of Iran

Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami on Saturday inaugurated a factory in the southern province of Kerman that employs plasma technology to decontaminate and process food products, mainly pistachios.

English audio book of Iran’s Constitution released 07 Apr 2025

English audio book of Iran’s Constitution released

The Guardian Council’s Research Institute, in collaboration with Radio Iran, has released an audio version of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Iran in English.

Iran’s envoy to Russia says culture and art creates sustainable ties between nations 05 Apr 2025

Iran’s envoy to Russia says culture and art creates sustainable ties between nations

Kazem Jalali, Iran’s ambassador to Russia, says culture and art help establish sustainable relations between countries.

Foreign minister calls Nowruz symbol of cultural bonds among nations 17 Mar 2025

Foreign minister calls Nowruz symbol of cultural bonds among nations

As Iran is about to celebrate its traditional New Year, best known as Nowruz, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says the ancient ritual can provide a ground for expanding regional and international cooperation in cultural, economic, and social spheres.

Morteza Badge: A special award for documentarians at resistance film festival 05 Mar 2025

Morteza Badge: A special award for documentarians at resistance film festival

The 18th International Resistance Film Festival will introduce a new award recognizing documentarians whose works embody the ideals of Martyr Sayyed Morteza Avini.

‘Int’l Resistance Film Festival is the voice of the oppressed in the world’ 19 Feb 2025

‘Int’l Resistance Film Festival is the voice of the oppressed in the world’

The secretary of the International Resistance Film Festival has slammed the silence of major global film festivals against Israeli crimes in Gaza.

Araghchi offers condolences over death of renowned Iranian musician 12 Jan 2025

Araghchi offers condolences over death of renowned Iranian musician

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abash Araghchi expressed his condolences for Fereydoun Shahbazian, a distinguished Iranian musician, composer, and conductor who died at the age of 80 in Tehran.

Iran’s Daryaei Wins Gold in 2025 Sanda World Cup 09 Apr 2025

Iran’s Daryaei Wins Gold in 2025 Sanda World Cup

Sedigheh Daryaeivarkadeh of Iran claimed a gold medal in the 10th Sanda World Cup in Jiangyin, China on Tuesday.

Chamanian: Our Responsibility for Oman Match Is to Improve 08 Apr 2025

Chamanian: Our Responsibility for Oman Match Is to Improve

Iran coach Abbas Chamanian believes that they have the upper hand in their face off with Oman in Group D of the AFC U-17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2025 on Tuesday.

Tractor Defeats Esteghlal in IPL 06 Apr 2025

Tractor Defeats Esteghlal in IPL

The Tractor football team came from a goal down to beat Esteghlal 2-1 in the 2024-25 Iran Professional League (IPL) on Friday.

Iran Climbs to FIFA Futsal Men’s World Ranking Top Five 05 Apr 2025

Iran Climbs to FIFA Futsal Men’s World Ranking Top Five

Iran has moved into the top five teams of the FIFA Futsal Men’s World Ranking in the latest list released on Friday.

Iran Defeats Russia in Shiraz Handball Tournament 17 Mar 2025

Iran Defeats Russia in Shiraz Handball Tournament

TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran triumphed over Russia 34-30 in the international handball tournament held in Shiraz on Saturday night.

Alipour, Dursun Shine As Persepolis Moves Provisionally Top 16 Mar 2025

Alipour, Dursun Shine As Persepolis Moves Provisionally Top

Ali Alipour and Serdar Dursun scored as the Persepolis football team defeated Malavan 2-0 to go top of the 2024-25 Iran Professional League (IPL).

Leader donates 40 billion rials to free needy prisoners 05 Mar 2025

Leader donates 40 billion rials to free needy prisoners

Ayatollah Khamenei donates 40 billion rials for the release of needy prisoners convicted of unintentional crimes.

Arrested perpetrators in murder case of student of University of Tehran confess 19 Feb 2025

Arrested perpetrators in murder case of student of University of Tehran confess

A senior Iranian Judiciary official confirms that two individuals involved in the murder of a Tehran University student have confessed.

Knowledge and Experience: Key Principles of National Unity 11 Jan 2025

Knowledge and Experience: Key Principles of National Unity

TEHRAN - A national dialogue seminar on "National Unity" was held at the National Library of Iran, with the participation of President Masoud Pezeshkian and Strategic Vice President Mohammad Javad Zarif.

Iran’s Non-Oil Exports to Iraq Up 27% in Three Months 09 Jul 2024

Iran’s Non-Oil Exports to Iraq Up 27% in Three Months

Iran’s special trade envoy to Iraq said the export of non-oil goods to the neighboring country in the first three months of the current Iranian calendar year (started March 21, 2024) reached about $3 billion, showing a 27% hike compared to the same period last year.

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 not after war but prepared to confront any aggression: IRGC chief 06 Apr 2025

Iran not after war but prepared to confront any aggression: IRGC chief

The chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps says that Iran is ready for both psychological warfare and military action by the enemies

Iran Navy successfully carries out Photo Ex operations in joint drills with Russia and China 12 Mar 2025

Iran Navy successfully carries out Photo Ex operations in joint drills with Russia and China

Iranian naval forces have successfully executed photo exercises and tactical formation operations on the second day of joint naval drills with the Russian and Chinese navies.

Navy chief: Trump’s remarks on U.S.’s power delusional 11 Mar 2025

Navy chief: Trump’s remarks on U.S.’s power delusional

Rear Admiral Shahram Irani, the Navy commander, dismisses Donald Trump’s remarks that the U.S. is more powerful than Iran, China, and Russia, calling the remark “delusional.”

Iran, China, Russia will kick off ‘Security Belt 2025’ naval exercise on Monday 09 Mar 2025

Iran, China, Russia will kick off ‘Security Belt 2025’ naval exercise on Monday

Iran, Russia, and China are set to launch this year's 'Security Belt' exercise during which the Navies of the three countries conduct joint drills in the northern Indian Ocean.

Police seize massive cache of weapons and ammunition in southeastern Iran 04 Mar 2025

Police seize massive cache of weapons and ammunition in southeastern Iran

Police confiscate around 400 firearms, including Colts, Kalashnikovs, and M4s, along with a significant quantity of ammunition in southeastern Iran.

IRGC arrests 6, eliminates 2 foreign terrorists in Chabahar 26 Feb 2025

IRGC arrests 6, eliminates 2 foreign terrorists in Chabahar

The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says its forces have succeeded in eliminating two members of the Jaish al-Adl terrorist group in Chabahar, located in Sistan and Baluchestan Province, southeastern Iran.