Iran, Russia, China Confirm Expiry of UNSC Resolution 2231 in Joint Letter to UN Chief

In a joint letter addressed to the UN Security Council president and UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, the ambassadors of Iran, Russia,…

Iran, Turkey Urge Closer Islamic Unity, Warn Against External Interference

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Sunday called for enhanced cooperation among Islamic countries,…

US, with all its modern military arsenal, suffered defeat in 12-day war: Leader

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the US suffered severe losses during the 12-day war with Iran in June, despite…

Larijani: Enhanced Iran–Pakistan Cooperation Key to Regional Stability

Iran’s top security official, Ali Larijani, emphasized that strengthened cooperation between Tehran and Islamabad can directly bolster stability…

Iran Seeks Strategic Cooperation with Caspian Sea States, FM Araghchi Says

Iran has identified its Caspian Sea neighbors as a top priority for regional cooperation and development, Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi…

Iran Says New IAEA Resolution Will Not Affect Safeguards Status

Iran’s ambassador to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Reza Najafi, says that the anti-Iran resolution being prepared for the IAEA…

Iran, Pakistan Unite Against ‘Common Enemies,’ Vow to Deepen Cooperation Across All Sectors

Iran and Pakistan have reaffirmed their commitment to closer coordination and stronger bilateral relations, calling for united action against…

Araghchi: West Ultimately Forced to Accept Iran’s Peaceful Nuclear Program

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi stated on Sunday that Western governments have no option but to accept Iran’s peaceful nuclear…

Iran–Pakistan Partnership Poised to Counter Israeli Expansionism

Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf underscored the deep-rooted ties between Tehran and Islamabad, emphasizing shared interests…

Iran Marks Anniversary of 1979 U.S. Embassy Takeover; Symbol of “Great Satan’s” Defeat

The 1979 takeover of the U.S. Embassy in Tehran—referred to in Iran as the “Seizure of the Den of Espionage”—remains a defining moment in the…

Armenian Ambassador Highlights Deep-Rooted Ties, Cooperation Prospects Between Isfahan and Yerevan

On Saturday, November 1, Grigor Hakobyan, Ambassador of the Republic of Armenia to the Islamic Republic of Iran, met with the Mayor of Isfahan,…

Iran Declares November 30 as National Day for Persian Gulf Trio Islands

The Iranian government has designated the anniversary of the British withdrawal from Abu Musa, Greater Tunb, and Lesser Tunb as the Persian Gulf…

Calligraphy Bridge: South Korea, Iran Mark 63 Years of Diplomatic Ties in Tehran

The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Tehran celebrated the 63rd anniversary of diplomatic relations with Iran by hosting the Korea-Iran Calligraphy…

230 Days in Detention: Tehran Moves to Free Mahdieh Esfandiari Held in France

Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Vahid Jalalzadeh announced that Iranian academic Mahdieh Esfandiari, who has been illegally imprisoned in France…

Russian Banks Begin Processing Iranian Letters of Credit to Boost Trade

Russian banks have begun processing letters of credit (LCs) issued by Iranian banks, a move that is expected to facilitate growing trade and…

Iran's Nuclear Chief Confirms Russia to Build 8 Large Power Plants, Details Restricted IAEA Access

Mohammad Eslami, head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), announced that the construction of eight nuclear power plants in the…

Iran Reaffirms Vigilance Amid Regional Tensions, Rejects Criticism Over Sharm el-Sheikh Absence

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei reaffirmed Tehran’s commitment to maintaining full vigilance in the face of regional developments,…

Iran Condemns Nobel Peace Prize for Maria Corina Machado, Calling it a "Mockery of Peace", Cites Support for Gaza "Genocide"

The Iranian embassy in Caracas denounced the decision to award the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize to Venezuelan opposition figure Maria Corina Machado,…

Winners of the 37th International Festival of Children and Youth Films Announced

The closing ceremony of the 37th International Festival of Children and Youth Films was held tonight, October 8th, at the Isfahan International…

Isfahan Embraces Permanent Role as Host of Intl. Film Fest. for Children and Youth

Isfahan, a city where history breathes through every alley, has once again become the host of the 37th International Film Festival for Children…

Hamas Agrees to Release Israeli Captives

On Saturday, October 4, 2025, international leaders expressed approval following Hamas’s preliminary agreement to engage in long-awaited peace…

Iran Rejects G7 Statement on Nuclear Program as Deceptive, Legally Baseless

Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei strongly condemned the recent G7 statement on Tehran’s nuclear program, calling…

Iran, Uzbekistan Sign MoU to Enhance Cultural Cooperation

The National Library and Archives of Iran and the Islamic Civilization Center of Uzbekistan have formalized a memorandum of understanding (MoU)…

Araghchi Urges UN Security Council to Extend Sanctions Relief under Resolution 2231

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi emphasized that the UN Security Council must act responsibly in its meeting on Friday by extending…

Israel-US Attacks on Iran Nuclear Sites Mark ‘Dark, Dangerous Chapter’ in Non-Proliferation History, Says Iran’s Foreign Minister

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has condemned the illegal and unprovoked Israeli and US attacks on Iran’s nuclear facilities in June as…

Iran condemns E3’s snapback move as unlawful, provocative

Iran’s Foreign Ministry has denounced the European trio’s attempt to restore UN sanctions on Iran through the snapback mechanism as “unlawful,…

Isfahan, Iran: Dynamic Blend of Smart City Innovation, Timeless Heritage Preservation

Isfahan, a city in central Iran, exemplifies a careful balance between rapid urban growth and the preservation of its historic heritage, combining…

By Elahe Seyfodin

Isfahan’s Cultural Diplomacy Shines Through Sister City Collaboration

Isfahan has emerged as a leading example of successful sister city partnerships, leveraging its rich cultural heritage to boost international…

Iran, Qatar Foreign Ministers Meet in Doha to Discuss Regional Issues and Bilateral Relations

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met with Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim bin Jaber Al…

OPEC at 65: Enduring Resilience and Iran’s Vital Role in a Changing Energy Landscape

The OPEC Secretariat gathered in Vienna on Friday to celebrate the organization’s 65th anniversary. Since its founding in 1960 by five nations—Iran,…