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IRGC displays high readiness at Eurasia Anti-Terror 2026 drill

Moscow, IRNA – The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) counterterrorism team commander has praised the Ground Force’s special units for their strong performance and combat readiness at the “Eurasia Anti-Terror 2026” exercise held in Belarus.

Oct. 13, 2026, 7:59 p.m.

Iranian Navy identifies oil tanker that caught fire in Strait of Hormuz

Tehran, IRNA – The Iranian Navy says it has identified a non-compliant oil tanker that sustained damage and caught fire in the eastern Strait of Hormuz after switching off its tracking systems and attempting to cross a prohibited area.

Oct. 13, 2026, 7:53 p.m.

Iran will use all capabilities to counter any aggression: Foreign Ministry spokesperson

Tehran, IRNA – Iran is determined to use all its capabilities to repel any aggression against the country, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei said, stressing that the country’s operational experience in “three rounds of heroic defense” had strengthened its readiness to confront threats.

Oct. 13, 2026, 7:17 p.m.

Enemy’s crime in Lamerd beyond media’s capacity to narrate: Commander

Shiraz, IRNA – The commander of the IRGC’s Basij forces in southern city of Lamerd, Fars province, said the crime committed by the American enemy against the people of the city is so vast that the news media cannot fully narrate all its dimensions.

Oct. 13, 2026, 5:33 p.m.

Atletico Madrid vs Man Utd: Team news, predicted lineups

Atletico Madrid vs Manchester United Champions League preview: kick-off time, predicted lineups, injuries, referee, recent form and key match statistics.

Oct. 13, 2026, 5:29 p.m.

New US attack on Iran will have far-reaching consequences: Deputy FM

Tehran, IRNA – Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs, Kazem Gharibabadi, has warned that a renewed US military attack against Iran would have consequences extending beyond the Middle East.

Oct. 13, 2026, 5:29 p.m.

Iran, Pakistan explore ways to expand mining cooperation

Tehran, IRNA – The Deputy Minister of Industry, Mining, and Trade, who also serves as the Head of Iran’s Trade Promotion Organization (TPO), has met with the Managing Director of the Pakistan Mineral Development Corporation to discuss ways to expand trade and economic relations between the two countries and utilize existing capacities to enhance cooperation in the mining sector.

Oct. 13, 2026, 3:56 p.m.

Iran on par with developed nations in nuclear science: AEOI chief

Tehran, IRNA – Iran has reached the level of developed countries in nuclear science and technology, producing domestically the equipment and systems needed by national industries, Vice President and Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Chief Mohammad Eslami said Tuesday.

Oct. 13, 2026, 3:54 p.m.

US-attacked city of Lamerd a ‘living laboratory’ of banned weapons: IRNA chief

Shiraz, IRNA – The Head of the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA) has described the southern city of Lamerd in Fars province as a “living laboratory of internationally banned weapons.”

Oct. 13, 2026, 3:50 p.m.

Iran stresses implementation of agreements with Azerbaijan

Tehran, IRNA – Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni has emphasized Tehran’s focus on strengthening relations with Azerbaijan, implementing bilateral agreements, and expanding cooperation between the two countries.

Oct. 13, 2026, 3:05 p.m.

Iran, Egypt foreign ministers discuss Yemen developments

Tehran, IRNA – Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and his Egyptian counterpart, Badr Abdelatty, have discussed regional developments, including the situation in Yemen, and diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions.

Oct. 13, 2026, 2:57 p.m.

Official urges seminary students, clerics to make efforts to reinforce culture of resistance

Qom, IRNA — Head of Iran’s seminaries Ayatollah Alireza A’rafi asked students and clerics across the country to use the upcoming opportunities to strengthen the culture of martyrdom and resistance in society.

Oct. 13, 2026, 1:16 p.m.

Six Royan Institute researchers named among the world’s top 2 percent of scientists

In the latest international assessment of researchers’ scientific performance for 2025, six researchers from Royan Institute, affiliated with the Academic Center for Education, Culture and Research (ACECR), have been included in the list of the World’s Top 2% Scientists.

Oct. 13, 2026, 12:15 p.m.

IRNA chief visits sites of deadly US-Israeli airstrikes on Iran’s Lamerd

Shiraz, IRNA – Hossein Jaberi-Ansari, the CEO of the Islamic Republic News Agency, who has traveled to Iran’s southern Fars Province, has visited the sites and areas in the city of Lamerd that were damaged in the recent US-Israeli bombing campaign.

Oct. 13, 2026, noon

Iran warns against unilateral measures in global economy

Tehran, IRNA — The deputy for international relations of the Central Bank of Iran warns that unilateral measures can deepen economic fragmentation, increase risks, and fuel uncertainty in the global economy.

Oct. 13, 2026, 11:50 a.m.

Iran to pursue Minab school case until justice is served: Official

Tehran, IRNA – Iran will continue its international legal efforts to secure the rights of victims of the Shajareh Tayyebeh school attack in Minab until a final result is achieved, administration spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani says.

Oct. 13, 2026, 11:36 a.m.

Iran president calls for shared responsibility to protect consumer rights

Tehran, IRNA – Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian has stressed that protecting consumer rights and improving product quality require joint responsibility from the government, manufacturers and citizens, calling for stronger standards to promote efficiency, public trust and sustainable development.

Oct. 13, 2026, 11:26 a.m.

IRNA CEO pays homage to martyrs in Iran’s Lamerd

Shiraz, IRNA – Managing Director of the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA), Hossein Jaberi-Ansari has paid tribute to martyrs in Lamerd, Fars Province, upon his arrival there on Tuesday morning.

Oct. 13, 2026, 10:48 a.m.

US failed to rally allies in war against Iran: Deputy speaker

Tehran, IRNA — The United States has failed to secure its allies’ support in its recent war against Iran, demonstrating the setbacks facing Washington’s regional strategy and leaving it increasingly isolated, Iranian Parliament Deputy Speaker Hamidreza Haji Babai says.

Oct. 13, 2026, 9:54 a.m.

Iran to pursue diplomacy to secure national interests, counter sanctions: FM

Tehran, IRNA – Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says the Foreign Ministry is pursuing diplomatic avenues with seriousness to safeguard Iran’s national interests and defend its rights and interests internationally.

Oct. 13, 2026, 9:10 a.m.

Iran remains open to diplomacy but well-prepared to defend itself: Deputy FM

Tehran, IRNA – Iran welcomes all diplomatic efforts but remains fully prepared to defend itself, Kazem Gharibabadi, Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs, said, stressing that any negotiations must be based on realistic proposals.

Oct. 13, 2026, 8:58 a.m.

Document for Tehran-Baku cooperation in dealing with natural disasters to be drafted: Official

Tehran, IRNA - Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni says that Iran and Azerbaijan are drafting an official pact to strengthen their partnership in managing natural disasters.

Oct. 13, 2026, 8:43 a.m.

Iran condemns UK’s ‘baseless’ claims over Fairford air base incident

Tehran, IRNA - The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has strongly condemned “baseless” claims by British officials blaming an alleged security incident at the Fairford air base on Iran, calling it an “ugly conspiracy” against the country.

Oct. 12, 2026, 11:03 p.m.

Holding Iran’s enemies accountable an ‘indisputable necessity’: FM

Tehran, IRNA - Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stressed that protecting the environment against military aggression and holding the enemies accountable is an indisputable necessity.

Oct. 12, 2026, 10:48 p.m.

Iran, Azerbaijan agree to draft two cooperation documents: Interior minister

Tehran, IRNA - Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni announced an agreement to draft two cooperation documents between Iran and the Republic of Azerbaijan, saying his meeting with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev focused on mechanisms for implementing agreements reached between the two countries.

Oct. 12, 2026, 10:12 p.m.

Araghchi discusses regional developments in phone call with Iraqi counterpart

Tehran, IRNA - Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held a telephone conversation with his Iraqi counterpart, Fuad Hussein, on Monday evening to discuss bilateral relations and the latest regional developments, including the situation in Yemen.

Oct. 12, 2026, 9:50 p.m.

Exclusive | Iran's ambassador rejects allegations of Tehran’s role in British airbase incident

London, IRNA - Iran’s Ambassador to the United Kingdom, Seyyed Ali Mousavi, has categorically rejected allegations regarding Tehran’s role in the incident at the Fairford military base and urged the British government to refrain from making unfounded accusations.

Oct. 12, 2026, 8:59 p.m.

Pezeshkian stresses need to address economic challenges amid war

Tehran, IRNA – President Masoud Pezeshkian has warned that the current war is more dangerous and complex than previous conflicts, stressing the need to address economic challenges and public concerns.

Oct. 12, 2026, 7:59 p.m.

Iran seeks to expand media cooperation with Uganda and Senegal

Tehran, IRNA – IRNA Managing Director Hossein Jaberi-Ansari has stressed the importance of expanding media cooperation with Uganda and Senegal to strengthen bilateral relations.

Oct. 12, 2026, 7:27 p.m.

President Pezeshkian honors great Iranian poet Hafez Shirazi

Tehran, IRNA – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian honored “Hafez Shirazi”, praising the stature of the great Iranian poet.

Oct. 12, 2026, 6:08 p.m.

Iran ready for diplomacy and war, deputy foreign minister says

Tehran, IRNA – Tehran is finalizing its response to US considerations on a proposal Iran submitted during a UN General Assembly in New York and remains prepared for both diplomacy and military confrontation, Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi has said.

Oct. 12, 2026, 5:44 p.m.

Iran’s defense minister nominee outlines plans to upgrade military capabilities

Tehran, IRNA – Iran’s defense minister nominee Mehrdad Akhlaqi has outlined plans to restructure the Ministry of Defense, accelerate the development of new defense technologies, and upgrade the country’s military capabilities in response to evolving threats.

Oct. 12, 2026, 5:41 p.m.

Israel is committing genocide in Gaza with US ‘complicity’: Pezeshkian

Tehran, IRNA – President Masoud Pezeshkian has once again denounced the continued Israeli genocide of Palestinians, underscoring that the United States remains complicit in the events unfolding in the besieged Gaza Strip.

Oct. 12, 2026, 3:45 p.m.

Iran ambassador to Ivory Coast meets FM Araghchi

Tehran, IRNA – Iranian Ambassador to Ivory Coast, Seyyed Gholamreza Mir Mohammad Meigouni, met with Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to present a report on the embassy’s latest measures and plans.

Oct. 12, 2026, 3:40 p.m.

‘Iran to counter US naval blockade through strategic management of Strait of Hormuz’

Tehran, IRNA – Major General Yahya Rahim Safavi, head of the Shaheed Hajj Qassem Soleimani Research Institute of Sacred Defense Sciences and Teachings, says Iran’s main strategy for the Strait of Hormuz was its intelligent management in response to the US naval blockade against the country.

Oct. 12, 2026, 2:58 p.m.

Exclusive | Iranian envoy condemns Rubio’s remarks on Iranian civilization as rooted in ignorance, prejudice

Tehran, IRNA – Iran’s Ambassador to the Vatican, Mohammad Hossein Mokhtari, has criticized US Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s remarks in Athens about Iranian civilization, describing them as rooted in ignorance and prejudice.

Oct. 12, 2026, 2:29 p.m.

Iran warns of consequences of promoting civilizational confrontation

Tehran, IRNA — Acting Defense Minister Brigadier General Majid Ibn al-Reza warns that those who deliberately promote civilizational confrontation must bear responsibility for its dangerous consequences, saying they should not assume that its repercussions will never affect them.

Oct. 12, 2026, 2:18 p.m.

Iran’s envoy submits credentials to South Korean president

Tehran, IRNA – Iran’s new Ambassador to South Korea, Ahmad Erfanian, has submitted his credentials to Lee Jae Myung, the President of South Korea, at a ceremony at the South Korean Presidential Palace.

Oct. 12, 2026, 2:14 p.m.

Rubio’s remarks on ancient Iran and Greece raise concerns over political use of history: Diplomat

Tehran, IRNA – An Iranian Foreign Ministry official has warned that US Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s remarks on the ancient wars between Iran and Greece risk using history to advance a political narrative of civilizational confrontation, raising concerns over an attempt to turn Iran’s historical legacy into an instrument of contemporary rivalry.

Oct. 12, 2026, 1:48 p.m.

Iranian minister warns of threat to fundamental rights of habitation worldwide

Tehran, IRNA – Minister of Roads and Urban Development Farzaneh Sadegh has described the attacks on educational and residential areas during armed conflicts as a violation of fundamental human rights, as well as a threat to morality and humanity.

Oct. 12, 2026, 12:53 p.m.

Iran dismisses US claims of normalcy in Strait of Hormuz, says they don’t match reality

Tehran, IRNA – Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei has dismissed US President Donald Trump’s claims that energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz have returned to pre-war levels, saying security will not be restored to the waterway as long as Washington maintains its naval blockade and economic sanctions against Iran.

Oct. 12, 2026, 12:13 p.m.

Iran calls for international cooperation on settlement policies

Tehran, IRNA – Deputy Foreign Minister for Consular, Parliamentary and Iranian Affairs, Vahid Jalalzadeh, stresses the need for international cooperation to improve housing policies and develop urban infrastructure.

Oct. 12, 2026, 11:38 a.m.

Pezeshkian facilitates top-ranking students in national entrance exams

Tehran, IRNA – President Masoud Pezeshkian, while ceremoniously launching the start of the new academic year for Iranian universities and higher education institutions, has honored top performers in this year’s university entrance exams.

Oct. 12, 2026, 11:25 a.m.

Strait of Hormuz is part of Iran’s national security: Official

Bandar Abbas, IRNA – Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs, Kazem Gharibabadi, says the Strait of Hormuz is part of Iran’s national security, and that the country will continue to control the strategic waterway until the United States returns to its commitments.

Oct. 12, 2026, 10:57 a.m.

Third oil tanker catches fire after hitting sea mine in Strait of Hormuz: Statement

Tehran, IRNA – A third oil tanker caught fire after striking a sea mine in the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday, the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Navy’s public relations office has announced.

Oct. 12, 2026, 9:44 a.m.

Military approach in Yemen will make region’s situation more complicated: Araghchi

Tehran, IRNA – Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stresses that insistence on a military approach and ignoring a political solution will make the ongoing regional situation more complex.

Oct. 12, 2026, 9:39 a.m.

IRGC warns vessels violating in Strait of Hormuz

Tehran, IRNA – The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy warns vessels that violate regulations and attempt to transit the Strait of Hormuz.

Oct. 12, 2026, 8:48 a.m.

Iranian interior minister departs for Azerbaijan

Tehran, IRNA — Iran’s Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni has left Tehran for Baku at the official invitation of his Azerbaijani counterpart.

Oct. 12, 2026, 8:42 a.m.