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Iranian Intelligence Shares Footage Of Anti-Mossad Operations During War With Israel
SouthFront
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July 30, 2025
Partial logo of Iran’s intelligence agency (photo credit: CC BY Wikipedia) The Iranian Ministry of Intelligence released on July 28 video footage documenting some of the operations it conducted against the Mossad spy agency during the 12-day war...
Iran to play Belgium in 2025 FIVB Boys’ U19 World Championship Round of 16
Tehran Times
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July 29, 2025
TEHRAN – Iran were defeated by Italy 3-1 (25-16, 26-28, 26-24, 25-17) in Pool C of the 2025 FIVB Boys’ U19 World Championship on Tuesday but secured their place in Round of 16. Mohammadamin Rahimi led Iran with 19 points, while Italy’s Manuel...
Iran sees steep bread price hikes as inflation bites
Iran International
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July 30, 2025
In the capital, the price of Barbari—a widely consumed semi-flat bread—rose 31 percent to 46,000 rials (about $0.05), while the popular flat bread Taftoon jumped 52 percent to 20,000 rials ($0.02), and Lavash climbed 39 percent to 15,500 rials...
Tehran’s Karaj reservoir at lowest in 64 years as water outages worsen
Iran International
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July 30, 2025
Residents in various districts describe inconsistent access, with high-rise buildings experiencing more severe cuts. Authorities have advised installing pumps and storage tanks, but many complain water pressure is too low to make them effective....
Conference emphasizes Persian’s role in uniting Iran, preserving cultural heritage
Tehran Times
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July 30, 2025
TEHRAN- The seventh National Conference on "Languages and Dialects of Iran" brought together scholars and cultural figures at the Center for the Great Islamic Encyclopedia in Tehran on Tuesday to underscore the vital role of the Persian language...
‘We defended our land with resolve:’ Qalibaf takes Iran’s case to Geneva forum
Tehran Times
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July 30, 2025
TEHRAN – Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Baqer Qalibaf delivered a searing critique of Western-backed Israeli aggression and the regime’s Gaza genocide at the 6th World Conference of Speakers of Parliament (WCSP), while simultaneously...
Saudi Arabia releases 12 Iranian prisoners: Iranian embassy
Xinhua News Agency
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TEHRAN, July 30 (Xinhua) -- Twelve Iranians imprisoned in Saudi Arabia have been released and repatriated to their home country, Iran's semi-official Tasnim news agency reported Wednesday. The Iranians, identified as fishermen, were released...
Free Speech Sees Rare Win in Iran
Newsweek
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July 30, 2025
Iran's government has abruptly withdrawn a proposed internet censorship bill following growing political pressure and public opposition. The legislation—introduced in the aftermath of a 12-day war with Israel—sought to impose sweeping penalties...
‘Delusional’ and ‘ridiculous’: Iran rejects claim of kidnapping plot against Belgian politician
Tehran Times
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July 30, 2025
TEHRAN – Iran's mission to the EU in Brussels has labeled as "delusional" the allegations made by a Belgian parliamentarian, Darya Safai, concerning an alleged Iranian plot to abduct her through Turkey. Safai, of Iranian descent, claimed Belgian...
‘Strategic priority’, Iran says committed to broadening ties with Tajikistan
Tehran Times
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July 30, 2025
TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has highlighted Tehran’s commitment to expanding relations with Dushanbe, emphasizing that Iran views cooperation with Tajikistan as a strategic priority. Araghchi made the remarks in a meeting with...
Legal action against US-Israeli aggression underway: Iran deputy FM
Tehran Times
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July 30, 2025
TEHRAN — A senior Iranian official has reaffirmed the Islamic Republic’s commitment to legally pursue the recent US-Israeli attacks on Iranian territory, calling them clear violations of international law and human rights. Kazem Gharibabadi,...
Another war? Iran tests Russia's S-400 for the first time, says Israeli reports
The Week
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Iran is preparing for another round of conflict with Israel and has tested a Russian S-400 air defence system for the first time, according to reports. There are also other reports quoting Israeli officials that groups affiliated with Iran intend...
Word Prompt – IRAN – Hillel Fuld
The Jewish Press
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July 30, 2025
Iran: where does one even begin? First, it’s crucial to understand that Iran is not the Iranian regime. When Israel acts against the regime, it does not target the Iranian people – many of whom actually support Israel and suffer under their own...
UN demands Iran halt death penalty after record 612 executions in six months
JURIST
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July 30, 2025
Iran executed at least 612 people in the first half of 2025—more than double the number killed during the same period last year—prompting the UN’s top human rights official to demand an immediate halt to what he called a ‘disturbing escalation’ in...
Iran a role model for independent states after Israeli defeat
Mehr News Agency
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July 30, 2025
In a phone conversation with President Maduro on Tuesday, President Pezeshkian expressed his support and appreciation for Maduro's proposal to hold a peace summit and counteract war, as well as for presenting a comprehensive Middle Eastern plan in...
Pezeshkian hails Venezuela’s stance during Israeli aggression on Iran
Press TV
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President Masoud Pezeshkian has praised Venezuela’s explicit and courageous stance in condemning the recent Israeli aggression against Iran and expressing solidarity with the Iranian nation. During a telephone conversation with his Venezuelan...
Pezeshkian, Maduro reinforce Iran-Venezuela strategic ties
Al Mayadeen
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July 30, 2025
The Iranian and Venezuelan presidents discuss regional peace initiatives and expanding cooperation across multiple sectors following recent West Asia developments. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian held a phone conversation with Venezuelan...
Memories of Tehran, a city of contrasts
The European Magazine
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July 30, 2025
Oggy Boytchev, former BBC World Affairs producer and long-time colleague of John Simpson, was one of the few Western journalists to report from inside Iran during a critical period in the country’s history. He recently spoke about that experience...
Russia expresses concern over renewed threats to bomb Iran
Al Mayadeen
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July 30, 2025
Russia warns against threats to bomb Iran’s nuclear sites again, citing risks to Middle East stability and nuclear nonproliferation. Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova expressed grave concerns on Wednesday regarding the...
Image | ‘Unity donkey' cartoon on Iranian President Pezeshkian lands artist Hadi Heidari in legal trouble
The Week
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A cartoon depicting Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has landed a Tehran-based artist in legal trouble, according to reports. The Tehran prosecutor’s office filed criminal charges against cartoonist Hadi Heydari for publishing a cartoon...