1953 Iranian Coup d'État A Manifestation of US-British Hypocrisy: Larijani
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani said the Washington and London governments’ role in devising the 1953 Iranian coup d'état is a “manifestation” of their hypocrisy.
Georgia Notified of Iran’s Protest over Disrespect for Nationals at Airport: MP
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The chairman of the Iranian parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Commission said the Georgian government has been notified of the Islamic Republic’s protest over the Georgian airport police’s disrespect for Iranian nationals.
Asian Games: Taekwondo Poomsae Practitioner Bakhtiyar Wins Iran’s 1st Silver
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Taekwondo poomsae practitioner Koorosh Bakhtiyar won Iran's first silver medal at the 18th Asian Games on Sunday.
Iranian Actor Entezami Laid to Rest
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Celebrated Iranian actor Ezzatollah Entezami was laid to rest after a crowded funeral service here in Tehran on Sunday.
Bahraini Regime Seeking to Create Regional Crises to Serve US Interests: Ex-MP
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A senior member of Bahrain's main Shiite opposition group, the al-Wefaq National Islamic Society, highlighted Manama’s hostility toward Tehran and said the Al Khalifa regime is seeking to create regional crises in line with Washington’s interests.
Taliban Forces Overrun Afghan Town Bilchiragh: Spokesman
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Afghan Taliban claimed to have captured Bilchiragh district in Afghanistan’s northern province of Faryab, saying all military forces in the town have defected to the Taliban.
Iran’s Zarif: Europe Ought to Pay for Saving JCPOA
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif urged Europeans to pay the price of saving the 2015 nuclear deal, saying their actions so far have been a declaration of stances rather than operational measures.
Millions of Muslims Gather in Mecca to Participate at Annual Hajj Pilgrimage
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - More than 2 million Muslims began the annual hajj pilgrimage Sunday in Saudi Arabia.
Iran to Unveil New Fighter Jet in Days
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s Defense Ministry will unveil a new fighter jet and its components on the National Day of Defense Industry on August 22, Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami announced.
Iran’s Larijani Urges Parliamentary Commission to Pursue Georgia Airport Incident
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani urged the National Security and Foreign Policy Commission to follow up on the case of a recent incident in a Georgia airport in which a number of Iranian female passengers were forced to remove their headscarves during a security check.
376 Saudi-Backed Militants Killed in 48 Hours in Hudaydah: Report
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – At least 376 Saudi-backed militants and Emirati forces have been killed and injured by Yemeni troops in the Arabian Peninsula’s strategic western coastal province of Hudaydah in the past 48 hours, a report said.
300,000 Left Homeless as Death Toll from Flooding in India Reaches 324 (+Photos, Video)
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Terrifying moment caught on camera showing a house sliding down a hill during the worst flooding in century in India which has killed at least 324 people and left 300,000 homeless.
2 Billion People Live in Poverty: Report
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Two billion people are living in poverty while 753 million others experience extreme poverty and are struggling to survive, according to the Global Humanitarian Assistance Report 2018.
Iran Delegation Marches at Asian Games Opening Ceremony
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian athletes took part at the 18th Asian Games Opening Ceremony parade on Saturday.
Iran’s Zarif Says ‘Extremely Saddened’ by Kofi Annan’s Death
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif expressed grief over the death of former United Nations secretary-general and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Kofi Annan, describing him as “an unwavering champion for peace, justice and rule of law”.
Iran Eager to Strengthen Bonds with Pakistan as Imran Khan Takes Office
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian President Hassan Rouhani sent a message to Pakistan's new Prime Minister Imran Khan, congratulating him on taking the helm in the neighboring country and voicing Tehran’s readiness to enhance ties with Islamabad.
Iran Extending Range of Helicopter-Mounted Weapons
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Iranian Army Ground Force’s Airborne Division has enhanced the range of weapons mounted on its helicopters, enabling them to hit targets at a distance of 12 kilometers, a top commander said.
Rouhani: Iran-Indonesia Ties Beneficial to Muslim World
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian President Hassan Rouhani congratulated Indonesia on the anniversary of its National Day, saying close relations between Tehran and Jakarta would serve the interests of not only the two nations, but the entire Muslim world.
