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British Media Criticize U.S. Decision Over Taremi’s Possible World Cup Absence
sportA British newspaper has reported that a key striker of Iran’s national football team could miss the 2026 FIFA World Cup due to U.S. visa restrictions, while criticizing Washington’s approach to player entry permits.
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Iran Airs First Hebrew-Language Documentary
worldIran on Friday broadcast its first-ever Hebrew-language documentary, Missiles Over Bazan, presenting an in-depth analytical examination of what it describes as the covert confrontation between Iran and Israel in the energy sector.
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A New Chapter in Transit Cooperation Between Tehran and Astana Begins
PoliticsThe finalization of a strategic transport memorandum of understanding between Iran and Kazakhstan signals a shift toward a more operational and goal-oriented phase in logistical cooperation between the two countries—an agreement that could activate the eastern branch of the International North–South Transport Corridor and strengthen Iran’s role in East–West transit routes.
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Three Iranian Satellites Riding on Russia’s Soyuz
PoliticsIn the early days of winter, Iran is sending three Earth-observation satellites—Kosar, Zafar-2, and Paya—into orbit aboard a Russian Soyuz launcher from the Vostochny Cosmodrome. At first glance, it looks like a routine space achievement. But beneath the surface, the launch reveals a shift in Iran’s strategic approach to space policy.
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Iran Officially Launches a Three-Tier Gasoline Pricing System
EconomyIran has officially implemented a three-tier gasoline pricing system as of midnight on Saturday, December 13, marking a significant shift in the country’s fuel policy after six years of stable prices. The move is being presented by the government as part of a gradual effort to reform energy subsidies and manage fuel consumption.
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Pezeshkian says determined to implement comprehensive Iran-Russia agreement
PoliticsPresident Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized Tehran’s determination to implement the comprehensive strategic cooperation agreement between Iran and Russia.
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Iran, Pakistan voice commitment expanding ties, accelerating bilateral agreements
PoliticsIranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have underscored the need for stronger coordination on regional developments, as well as full implementation of agreements between the two neighbors.
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Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan visits strengthen Iran’s neighborhood policy: Pezeshkian
PoliticsPresident Masoud Pezeshkian has stressed that his visits to Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan resulted in constructive and positive achievements that strengthen the Islamic Republic’s policy of improving relations with its neighboring countries.
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Iran Requests Schedule Change for Event Overlapping World Cup Match Against Egypt
sportIran’s Minister of Sports and Youth Affairs announced that Tehran has formally asked FIFA to adjust the timing of a local event scheduled to take place simultaneously with the national team’s World Cup group-stage match against Egypt in 2026.
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Lebanon’s Foreign Minister Accuses Iran Amid Rising Tensions
worldRajji stated: “We have received warnings from international parties indicating that Israel is preparing for an operation against Lebanon.”
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Putin: Russia and Iran Are Holding Talks on Gas and Electricity
PoliticsThe Russian president, in a meeting with his Iranian counterpart, stressed that relations between Tehran and Moscow are developing at a strong pace.
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Iran’s President: “As Long as Israel Is Exempt from International Oversight, Peace Is an Illusion”
PoliticsAt an international gathering titled “Peace and Trust” held on Friday in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian declared that a just and lasting peace cannot be achieved so long as Israel continues to operate outside the framework of international oversight. He argued that the persistence of selective privileges within the global system undermines justice and erodes the foundations of stability.
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Putin and Pezeshkian to Meet in Turkmenistan
PoliticsIran’s ambassador to Moscow announced on Wednesday that the presidents of Iran and Russia will hold a meeting and talks in Turkmenistan.
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Iran: U.S. Seizure Near Venezuela Is ‘Piracy in the Caribbean’
worldIran’s Embassy in Caracas has strongly condemned the United States for seizing an oil tanker near the coast of Venezuela, calling the action “piracy in the Caribbean” and an unlawful, unjustifiable move.
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Foreign Ministry spokesperson meets Spanish ambassador in Tehran
PoliticsForeign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei in a meeting with Spanish Ambassador in Tehran Antonio Sánchez Benedito Gaspar discussed bilateral ties and international developments on Wednesday.
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Iran urges global action for sustainable return of Afghan refugees
PoliticsIran’s ambassador and permanent representative to the United Nations Office in Geneva has called on the international community to create sustainable conditions for the return of Afghan refugees to their home country.
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President Pezeshkian condemns US military moves in Caribbean
PoliticsIranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has strongly condemned the United States for illegal and provocative military actions in the Caribbean, calling Washington’s deployment of a naval fleet near Venezuela a dangerous precedent that threatens global peace and security.
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Iran president’s trip to Kazakhstan a key opportunity to expand economic cooperation
PoliticsIran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian is set to begin a two-day trip to Kazakhstan on Wednesday, which according to official statements from both countries, aims to expand economic, transport, and cultural cooperation.
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President Pezeshkian arrives in Astana for official visit
PoliticsPresident Massoud Pezeshkian arrived in Astana on Wednesday for a state visit at the invitation of his Kazakh counterpart.
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Iran: Return of undocumented Afghan nationals carried out in compliance with international law
PoliticsIranian Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the UN Amir Saeid Iravani has emphasized that the return of the undocumented Afghan citizens has been carried out in full compliance with the international law and humanitarian principles, and with full respect for human dignity.
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Pezeshkian Details Objectives of Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan Visits
PoliticsIranian President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized the importance of strengthening ties among Muslim countries in the region, calling for deeper, more constructive interactions and the exchange of experiences across all areas of cooperation.
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Iran’s Three-Tier Gasoline Plan: A Costly Reform in One of the World’s Cheapest Fuel Markets
PoliticsWhile the global average price of gasoline exceeds USD 1 per liter, Iranian drivers still pay less than 10 cents—a rare price gap that has made Iran one of the cheapest energy markets in the world. Yet this heavy subsidy has now become one of the government’s most pressing economic challenges, bringing the debate over price reforms and a three-tier pricing system back to the forefront.
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US Media Criticize Seattle Committee for Labeling Iran–Egypt Match as “Pride Game”
sportSeveral American outlets have criticized the Seattle Local Organizing Committee after it designated the Iran–Egypt World Cup match as a “Pride Game” in solidarity with the LGBTQ community.
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Two Gold Medals for Iran’s Girls in a Brilliant Start at the Asian Para Youth Games
sportIran’s participation in the weightlifting competitions of the 5th Asian Para Youth Games in Dubai began on a strong note, as two young female para powerlifters claimed gold1 medals for the country.
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Seattle Backs Down from “Pride Match” Controversy Surrounding Iran–Egypt Game
sportFollowing a wave of official and media backlash over labeling the Iran–Egypt World Cup match as a “Pride Match,” the Seattle Local Organizing Committee has clarified that the initiative has no connection to the match itself or to the stadium where the game will be played.
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General Shakarchi: Copying Iranian Drones Is an Admission of Our Superiority
PoliticsIran’s senior armed forces spokesperson has said that the replication of the Shahed-136 drone by major military powers amounts to a practical admission of the Islamic Republic’s remarkable technological advancement, underscoring the growing global recognition of Iran’s unmanned aerial capabilities.
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Tel Aviv: Iran Controlled Cameras During Weizmann Strike, Israeli Cyber Chief Says
worldIn one of the most unusual security disclosures in Israel in recent months, the newly appointed head of the country’s National Cyber Directorate acknowledged that Iran penetrated Israel’s urban surveillance networks during the recent confrontation, and briefly took control of a street camera moments before a ballistic missile struck the Weizmann Institute.
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Araghchi: Enemies Must Realize That War Cannot Achieve Their Goals
PoliticsAt a ceremony in Baku marking the release of the Azerbaijani translation of his book The Power of Negotiation, Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi emphasized that three decades of diplomatic experience have convinced him that national capabilities and internal strengths form the foundation of any successful negotiation.
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Phone Call Between Iranian and Pakistani Foreign Ministers
worldThe foreign ministers of the Islamic Republic of Iran and Pakistan held a telephone conversation to review the latest developments in bilateral relations and regional issues.
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Iran and Egypt Protest “Pride Game” Label
sportIran and Egypt have formally objected to the U.S. decision to label their World Cup group-stage match in Seattle as a “Pride Game,” a move they describe as inappropriate and politically charged.