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Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei labels US epitome of colonialism
Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei delivered a sharp critique of the United States during a religious celebration on January 28.
PANNIER: Taliban’s relations with Central Asia imperilled as Trump turns off aid taps
Afghanistan pays for electricity and food imports with US development assistance. No more?
Iranian jailed businessman Babak Zanjani resurfaces in video promoting cryptocurrency
Babak Zanjani, an infamous Iranian billionaire, has triggered the country’s media again with a new bitcoin-backed “bank,” local media reported this week.
Iran's Hezardastan sells Android app store Café Bazaar to local Tapsell
Iran's Hezardastan Group has completed the sale of Café Bazaar, its app marketplace platform, to digital advertising company Tapsell.
Fighter jet crashes in Iran without casualties
An Iranian Army Air Force plane crashed during a training mission in the western province of Hamedan on the morning of January 22.
Iran’s leader remains silent on Trump at Tehran industry expo
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei remained silent on the inauguration of US President Donald Trump, instead visiting an exhibition of private sector achievements on January 21.
COMMENT: Trump's cryptocurrency venture sparks debate as memecoin risk data emerges
Donald Trump’s rapid leap into cryptocurrency, widely referred to as “Trump Coin,” has triggered a wave of global attention a day into his presidency.
Saving the Caspian Sea for Central Asia and Kazakhstan
The Caspian Sea has long been a cornerstone of life for Central Asia, especially for Kazakhstan, where it plays a critical role in supporting local economies, biodiversity and communities.
COMMENT: Iran holds its breath as Trump returns to power
As Donald Trump prepares to return to the White House, Iranians and their government are holding their breath over what is to come.
Iran seeks to expand nuclear power cooperation with Russia's Rosatom
Iran has expressed interest in building a new nuclear power plant in cooperation with Russia's state nuclear corporation Rosatom, the company's CEO Alexei Likhachev said.
UPDATED: Hamas military leader thanks Iran, vows resistance will continue
Hamas's military wing spokesman Abu Obeida praised the October 7 attacks on Israel as "unprecedented" and thanked Iran for its "continuous support" in a rare public address.
Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei leads funeral prayers for slain judges
Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has led funeral prayers for two senior judges who were killed in their offices.
Iraq seeks Iran-backed militia disarmament in new push
Iraq is trying to convince Iran-backed armed factions to lay down their weapons or join official security forces, Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein said.
Two Iranian Supreme Court judges shot dead, attacker commits suicide
Two judges of Iran’s Supreme Court were shot dead on January 18 after a court staff member opened fire on them before taking his own life.
UPDATED: Iran, Russia sign long-awaited strategic partnership deal
Presidents of Iran and Russia signed a comprehensive strategic partnership deal during a meeting in Moscow on January 17, marking a new era of cooperation.
VTB aims to open first Russian bank in Iran by end of 2025
Russia's second-largest bank VTB plans to open a bank in Iran by the end of 2025, pending approval from Iranian regulators.
Iranian president begins Russia visit with wreath-laying ceremony
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian began his official visit to Russia on January 17 by laying a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Moscow's Alexander Garden, ahead of crucial talks with President Vladimir Putin.
Iran, Tajikistan sign 23 cooperation agreements in landmark visit
Iran and Tajikistan signed 23 cooperation agreements during Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian's first state visit to Dushanbe since taking office, marking a significant expansion of bilateral ties between the Persian-speaking nations.
ISTANBUL BLOG: “Dog bites man” story as Erdogan arrests more mayors, but there’s more here than meets the eye
Two issues to watch: shape-shifting opposition politician Imamoglu and sad sight of boomers failing to solve Kurdish question.
Iran mandates solar panels for new buildings amid power shortage
Iran has updated its building regulations, requiring developers to set up solar panels in newly constructed buildings, said a senior official at the state power producer and distributor Tavanir.