Fire Breaks Out at Seven-Story Building in Indonesia’s Jakarta, 20 Dead
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A fire broke out at a seven-story building in Indonesia’s capital Jakarta on Tuesday, an official said on Tuesday, with 20 people confirmed dead.
Sajjad Ganjzadeh Named Iran’s Karate Head Coach
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Olympic gold medal winner Sajjad Ganjzadeh has been named as the new head coach of Iran’s karate national team.
Didar’s Goal among Top Goals of Group Stage: AWCL
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Bam Khatoon forward Sara Didar’s goal has been nominated for the best goal in the AFC Women's Champions League 2025-26 Group Stage.
Iran’s Position Strengthened after 12-Day War: Spokesman
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The spokesperson for the Iranian Armed Forces said Iran has emerged stronger in strategic arenas following the 12-day war imposed by the Israeli regime and the US in June.
EU, UK Trying to Sabotage Ukrainian Peace Deal: Russian Envoy
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The EU and the UK are actively trying to sabotage the peaceful settlement of the Ukrainian conflict by pushing Kiev to continue hostilities, special presidential envoy and Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF) CEO Kirill Dmitriev said.
2025 on Track to Tie Second-Hottest Year on Record: EU Monitor
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The planet is on track to log its second-hottest year on record in 2025, tied with 2023 after a historic high in 2024, Europe’s global warming monitor said on Dec 9.
Iran to Play Portugal, Official Says
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Mehdi Taj, head of Iran’s football federation, said Team Melli will play Portugal in a friendly in late May.
Libya Starts Preparations for Presidential, Parliamentary Elections in 2026
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Libya's High National Elections Commission (HNEC) announced on Monday that it has started preparations for holding presidential and parliamentary elections in mid-April 2026.
Japan Assesses Damage from 7.5 Magnitude Quake That Injured 33
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Japan was assessing damage Tuesday and cautioning people of potential aftershocks after a late-night 7.5 magnitude earthquake caused injuries, light damage and a tsunami in Pacific coastal communities.
US Pressuring Zelensky into Accepting Peace Plan Terms
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The administration of US President Donald Trump is pressuring Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky to agree to the terms of the proposed plan to resolve the crisis in Ukraine, the Axios news website reported, citing sources.
Trump Says US to Allow Nvidia H200 Chip Exports to China with 25% Fee
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The United States will allow Nvidia’s H200 artificial intelligence processors to be exported to China and will collect a 25% fee on such sales, US President Donald Trump said on Monday.
Iran, China Reaffirm Commitment to Promoting Strategic Cooperation
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht Ravanchi and Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Miao Deyu reiterated their countries’ commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation during a meeting in Tehran.
Cambodian Death Toll in Thai Border Clashes Rises to 6: Defense Ministry
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Thai forces shelled Cambodian positions overnight into Tuesday, killing two more civilians, Phnom Penh’s defense ministry said, bringing Cambodia’s civilian death toll in the reignited border conflict to six.
Iran Won’t Hesitate to Ward Off Foreign Aggression: Araqchi
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Iranian people are determined to safeguard their national interests and would not hesitate to defend the country against any foreign aggression, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said.
Azerbaijan Ready to Boost Trade with Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Azerbaijan Shahin Mustafayev voiced his country’s readiness to expand economic and trade relations with Iran.
Europe Is 'Moving in Some Bad Directions': Trump
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – US President Donald Trump criticized the fine imposed by the European Commission on X and warned that Europe is "moving in some bad directions."
Parliaments Seen as Key to Advancing Iran-Azerbaijan Ties
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi and Speaker of the National Assembly of the Republic of Azerbaijan Sahiba Gafarova highlighted the important role of the two countries’ parliaments in strengthening bilateral relations during a meeting in Baku.
