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Over 4 Million Pilgrims Gather in Mashhad for Mourning Ceremonies
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – More than 4 million pilgrims have gathered in the northeastern Iranian city of Mashhad to take part in mourning ceremonies marking the final days of Safar, with more than 700,000 people making their way to the city on foot, an official said.
Iran-Pakistan Razavi Culture Event Held at Imam Reza (AS) Shrine
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The “Iran-Pakistan Razavi Culture Event” and a poetry night were held at the holy shrine of Imam Reza (AS) in Mashhad for Urdu-speaking pilgrims.
Iran Urges Collective Action by Littoral States to Save Caspian Sea
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The head of Iran’s Department of Environment stressed that saving the Caspian Sea from the consequences of its declining water level requires joint action by all five littoral states, warning of far-reaching impacts on the ecosystem, ports and livelihoods of coastal communities.
Iran to Hold Local Council Elections in Fall
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran is set to hold elections for city and village councils in the fall, with efforts underway to set an exact date for the vote, a lawmaker said.
Historic Sites Damaged in US-Israeli War on Iran Face Restoration Efforts
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts said 149 historic sites sustained between 10% and 90% damage during the recent US-Israeli war of aggression against Iran, with the total losses now estimated at more than 10 trillion tomans.
IRGC Lauds Iranian Media for Countering Enemy Disinformation
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) praised Iranian revolutionary media outlets for countering hostile disinformation and distortions, saying they played an important role in preserving national unity amid recent conflicts.
21 Mossad Mercenaries Arrested in SE Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s Ministry of Intelligence announced the identification and arrest of 21 Mossad mercenaries in the southeastern province of Kerman.
Fuel Tank Explosion at Industrial Estate South of Tehran Injures 18
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – At least 18 people were injured after a fuel tank exploded at an industrial unit in the Shamsabad Industrial Estate south of Tehran on Tuesday, while local officials ruled out any external cause for the incident.
Iran Operates 1,100 Arbaeen Flights, Serving 141,000 Pilgrims
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran has operated around 1,100 flights and transported more than 141,000 passengers during this year's Arbaeen travel season, with expanded air links and services offered through more than 20 airports across the country, an official said.
Millions Mark Arbaeen as Massive Pilgrimage Procession Fills Tehran Streets
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Tens of thousands of mourners took to the streets of Tehran on Tuesday, August 4, to observe Arbaeen in one of the country's biggest religious gatherings held alongside the annual pilgrimage to Iraq.
Iran Expands Free Food Assistance for Over 262,000 Malnourished Children
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – More than 262,000 malnourished Iranian children under the age of five have been included in the fifth phase of the administration’s nutritional support program, with the value of the free food package increased by 50 percent, an official said.
Interview: Former US Marine Says Sanctions Strengthened Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) — A US Marine-turned-activist argued that years of US-led sanctions have failed to achieve their intended objectives, saying Iran has become more resilient while Washington continues to underestimate the country’s domestic adaptability.
Iran Plans Academic Events on Martyred Leader's Thought, Legacy
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran's science minister stressed the need to expand academic and cultural efforts to promote the thought and legacy of martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei, calling for national and international scientific conferences on his ideas.
Iran Records Lowest Annual Birth Rate in Seven Decades
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran recorded its lowest annual number of births in seven decades in the last Iranian calendar year, according to new figures that also show a decline in marriages, reflecting changing demographic patterns and the growing influence of economic considerations on family planning.
Iran Opens First Arbaeen Border Transport Headquarters at Mehran Crossing
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran inaugurated its first Arbaeen border transport headquarters at the Mehran border crossing as officials seek to improve passenger management, strengthen transport coordination, and facilitate the movement of millions of pilgrims traveling to Iraq.
Iraqi Envoy Predicts 4 Million Iranian Arbaeen Pilgrims
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iraq’s new ambassador to Iran estimated that around four million Iranian pilgrims will have attended this year’s Arbaeen pilgrimage by its conclusion on August 4, hailing the annual event as the greatest manifestation of solidarity between the Iranian and Iraqi nations.
FM Highlights Media’s Role in Countering Anti-Iran Plots
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi underscored the crucial role of the media in thwarting hostile plots and presenting the true narrative of Iran’s defense against US-Israeli aggression, describing the media arena as an integral part of the imposed war.
Russian Patriarch Praises Message from Ayatollah Khamenei
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Patriarch Kirill of Moscow thanked Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Mojtaba Khamenei for his message, expressing hope for peace and security in the region and voicing support for closer religious and cultural cooperation between Iran and Russia.
