Iran and U.S. reached ‘better understanding’ after ‘more serious’ talks: Araqchi

 Foreign Minister Araqchi said this round moved beyond broad discussions and delved into specifics, making the negotiations more challenging as they move forward.

U.S. signs deal with Ukraine to share profits from sale of its rare minerals

Under the agreement, the U.S. will share revenues from future mineral sales, while Ukraine has committed 50% of its natural resource revenue to reconstruction efforts.

IRNA’s CEO calls for concerted efforts to ‘empower’ media in Iran

Jaberi-Ansari dismissed the notion that Iran lacks sufficient written, visual, or audio media outlets, pointing out that approximately 50 news agencies are officially registered in the country.

Huri: The traditional boat of Soheili village – a living heritage of Persian Gulf maritime culture

Today, the Huri has gained new significance as a cultural attraction, with annual Huri racing competitions held in the breathtaking Soheili Mangrove Forest.

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.”

Iran criticizes the E.U.’s failure to respond to Trump’s threat of military action

Foreign Minister Araqchi condemned Trump’s explicit threat of military action against Iran as unacceptable and in violation of the principles of the United Nations Charter and international law.

Israel expands ground offensive in Gaza to seize ‘extensive territory’

The minister in charge of military affairs, Israel Katz, says that troops are advancing to clear southern Gaza and capture extensive swathes of territory.

Iran seeks to strengthen ties with regional and Islamic nations: President

President Pezeshkian says Iran is prepared to strengthen ties with neighboring countries during separate phone calls with the Emir of Kuwait and the President of the UAE.

Trump administration is considering Iran’s offer of indirect talks: Report

Two U.S. officials familiar with internal White House discussions tell Axios that no decision has been made, but that the Trump administration is considering Iran’s offer of indirect talks.

New U.S. sanctions target a network allegedly involved in Iran’s drone program

The Treasury accuses the network of six entities and two individuals – operating in Iran, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and China – of being involved in procuring unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) components for Iran.

Russia condemns Trump’s threat to strike Iran, warns of ‘catastrophic’ consequences

Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov slams the use of threats and ultimatums following Trump’s warning to bomb Iran unless Tehran agreed to a new deal with Washington.

Islamic Republic Day embodies national will: Foreign Ministry

Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei says the 1979 referendum was a testament to the historical resolve of Iranians to establish a government rooted in their collective will and national pride.

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A logical and intelligent decision

Dr. Larijani, senior adviser to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, has warned that any attack by the U.S. or Israel on the pretext of Iran’s nuclear program would force the country to develop nuclear weapons.

Iran determined to implement all agreements with Iraq: President

In a phone call with Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al Sudani on Tuesday, Pezeshkian said he hoped the strengthening of brotherly relations between Iran and Iraq would help counter enemy plots in the region.

Trump threatens Iran with ‘bombing’ if no deal is reached

The U.S. president also said he could instead impose “secondary tariffs” on Iran in the absence of a deal, as he did during his first term in office.

Armed Forces will give a ‘severe response’ to any miscalculation: Chiefs of Staff

The Islamic Republic has always been a harbinger of regional and international peace and security but is ready to defend its territory with strength, the Chiefs of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces say.

Vance says Denmark must change approach as the U.S. pushes to own Greenland

U.S. Vice President JD Vance says the United States could provide better protection for Greenland, echoing President Trump’s longstanding interest in acquiring the island.

Over 300 student visas revoked as the U.S. cracks down on pro-Palestinian activism

The wave of arrests and deportations is part of the Donald Trump administration’s efforts to suppress opposition to U.S. military and diplomatic support for Israel.

Ministry of Science issues solidarity statement with Palestine ahead of Quds Day

The ministry condemns the atrocities committed by the Israeli regime as one of the great tragedies of the 21st century.

Iran open to ‘indirect negotiations,’ but rejects the U.S. approach: Head of Strategic Council

Kamal Kharazi says the mixed signals from U.S. officials, including President Trump himself, are part of a strategy to create confusion, false optimism, and polarization within Iran.

Iran and its allies launch joint naval parade in support of Palestinians

The exercise spans the Persian Gulf, the Makran coastal region, and the Caspian Sea, coinciding with Iran’s preparations for International Quds Day on Friday.

Trump’s 25% tariffs on car imports are a ‘direct attack’ on Canada: Prime minister

U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on imported vehicles on Wednesday.

Address Israeli aggression instead of labeling Iran as a threat, Iran tells the E.U.’s Kaja Kallas

Baqaei says if the new E.U. foreign policy chief were genuinely concerned about regional stability and security, she would address issues such as Israel’s genocide in Gaza and its aggression against Lebanon and Syria

Israel kills Hamas spokesperson in predawn strike on Gaza

Abdel-Latif al-Qanoua was killed alongside eight other Palestinians when Israeli fighter jets bombed his tent shelter in Jabalia, northern Gaza.

In New Year message, Leader calls for greater investment to boost production

Ayatollah Khamenei calls the calendar year 1404 the “Year of Investment for Production.”

Iran condemns international inaction on ‘U.S.-Israeli conspiracy’ in Yemen and Gaza

Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei says the simultaneous offensives in Gaza and Yemen clearly point to a coordinated American-Israeli conspiracy aimed at suppressing solidarity with Palestine.

Iran releases French citizen detained since October 2022: Macron

Olivier Grondeau was arrested in Shiraz, southern Iran, and sentenced to five years in prison for “conspiracy against the Islamic Republic.”

Iran summons German and British envoys over draft resolution at U.N. rights body

Forouzandeh Vadiati, director-general of Women and Human Rights Affairs at the ministry, expressed Iran’s strong objections to the “irresponsible and provocative” actions of Germany and Britain in drafting a resolution against Iran at the United Nations Human Rights Council.

Over 70 Palestinians killed in predawn Israeli attacks on Gaza

The Israeli army carried out massive airstrikes in the north and south of the besieged Palestinian territory before dawn on Thursday, killing at least 71 people.

‘Negotiating with the U.S. not wise, intelligent or honorable’ picked as Leader’s statement of the year

During a meeting with commanders of the Air Force and Air Defense of the Army on February 7, Ayatollah Khamenei declared, “Negotiating with the United States is neither wise, intelligent, nor honorable. The reason? Experience!”