Spokesman Hails Coexistence among Religions in Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry Esmaeil Baqaei congratulated Christians on Christmas, highlighting the history of peaceful coexistence among religions and cultures in Iran.
Over 100,000 Participants Enrolled in Iran’s 'I Love the Quran' Program
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Over 33 countries have embraced Iran's national Quranic initiative, "I Love the Quran," with more than 100,000 participants nationwide and substantial international engagement, according to the Quranic Affairs Center of Astan Quds Razavi.
Yalda Night: Ancient Celebration of Sun’s Rebirth
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Yalda Night, one of the oldest Iranian traditions, is often misunderstood as the birth of Mithra, but historians clarify it marks the sun's rebirth.
Kyrgyzstan Promotes Joint Global Efforts to Address Mountain Degradation, Climate Change: Envoy
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – 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 to Unveil Updated List of Terror Victims
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran plans to unveil an updated list of victims of terrorism in the country.
Iran Hails UNESCO Recognition of Mehregan Festival
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – 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.
Mass Funerals Held for Unidentified Iranian Martyrs
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – People across Iran attended the funeral processions for 300 unidentified martyrs on Thursday morning.
Temblors Rattle Southwestern Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Several earthquakes, the biggest of which measured 5.6 on the Richter scale, struck Iran’s southwestern province of Khuzestan on Thursday, December 5.
Japan Contributes ¥690 Million to Restore Lake Urmia
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – 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.
Funeral Held for Iranian General Martyred in Syria
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The funeral of General Kiomars Pourhashemi, an Iranian military adviser who was martyred in Syria a few days ago, was held in Tehran on Saturday, November 30.
Iran Commemorates Int’l Day of Solidarity with Palestine
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry commemorated the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, calling for collective support for the Palestinian’s struggle for right to self-determination.
Protesters in Tehran Condemn Israeli Criminal Acts in Gaza, Lebanon (+Photos)
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - 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.
Leader Meets Iran’s Beirut Envoy Who Sustained Injuries in Pager Blasts
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei had a meeting with the ambassador of Iran to Lebanon who was injured in the Israeli blast of pagers in Beirut in September.
Basij Forces Assassinated in Southeast Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Two paramilitary voluntary forces of Basij were assassinated in Iran’s southeastern city of Saravan on Monday.
US Fined Nearly $50 Billion for Sponsoring Terrorist Groups
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – 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.
NGO Hosts Conference on Peace, Human Rights in West Asia
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Foundation of Dialogue and Solidarity of the United Nations (FODASUN) convened its sixth annual international conference, spotlighting urgent peace and human rights challenges in West Asia, while calling for global adherence to justice, sovereignty, and international law.
Imam Reza Shrine's Health Services Aid Thousands of Pilgrims
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Imam Reza (AS) shrine's medical institute has provided over 107,000 healthcare services to non-Iranian pilgrims at Dar al-Shifa during the first seven months of 2024, according to the institute's director.
Three Spies Sentenced to Death for Role in Iranian Nuclear Scientist Assassination
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – An Iranian court has sentenced three people to death after they were convicted of procuring equipment used in the assassination of top Iranian scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh in November 2020, the Iranian Judiciary’s spokesman said.
