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Expert Says Recent Iran Riots Targeted Core of Islamic Republic
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A strategic affairs expert said the recent unrest in Iran was part of a carefully planned plot aimed at undermining foundations of the Islamic Republic, stressing that foreign adversaries sought to re-impose political, economic, military and cultural domination over the country.
Unrest in Iran Part of Failed US-Israeli Scheme: Pezeshkian
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said recent unrest in Iran represented a continuation of unsuccessful plots by the US and the Zionist regime following the 12-day war, stressing that such efforts have once again been thwarted by the Iranian nation.
Gatherings Legalized in Iran under Constitutional Framework
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Iranian Parliament approved a bill recognizing the right of all individuals to hold and take part in gatherings and rallies, provided they are conducted in line with the Constitution and existing laws.
Iran Condemns Argentina’s Accusations against IRGC
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Iranian Foreign Ministry strongly denounced Argentina’s unjustified decision to level unfounded accusations against the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), warning that the move undermines bilateral relations and violates international norms.
Araqchi Raps WEF Decision to Bar Him from Davos Summit
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi criticized the World Economic Forum (WEF) over its move to revoke his invitation to the Davos meeting in Switzerland.
Vigil Held at Burned Mosque in Tehran in Condemnation of Desecration
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – People gathered at the Shahid Beheshti Mosque in eastern Tehran, which was destroyed in an arson attack by armed rioters during recent violent unrest, to condemn the desecration of mosques and voice outrage over sacrilegious attacks across Iran.
Israel Bulldozes UNRWA Buildings in Occupied East Al-Quds
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Israeli regime has begun bulldozing buildings inside the headquarters of the United Nations agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) in occupied East al-Quds, as the far-right government clamps down heavily on humanitarian groups helping Palestinians in Gaza.
Hundreds of Iraqi Kurds Protest outside US Consulate in Erbil over Syria Policy
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Hundreds of Iraqi Kurds demonstrated outside the US Consulate in Erbil on January 20, 2026, strongly condemning the US policy toward recent developments in Syria.
Iraq Defense Minister Says Borders Fully Secure against Militant Threats
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iraq’s defense minister said on Tuesday that the country’s borders are fully secure and that there is no space for terrorist groups to operate.
Top Authorities Praise Iranians for Foiling Hostile Plots
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The heads of the three branches of power in Iran appreciated the people for thwarting the enemy’s plot in the recent violent riots, pledging to show mercy to the individuals that have been deceived into partaking in the unrest.
FM Reaffirms Iran’s Determination to Defend Itself
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran is determined to safeguard its national sovereignty and independence against foreign interference and terrorism, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi stated.
Security Prevails in Iran: Police Chief
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Sustainable security has been ensured across Iran following the recent riots, the commander of the Law Enforcement Command (FARAJA) stated.
Iran’s Top Judge Urges Immediate Trial of Rioters
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s Judiciary Chief Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei called for the prompt, careful and fair trial of individuals that have been arrested on a charge of committing terrorist activities amid the recent violent riots across the country.
Qalibaf Hits Back at Trump for Comments against Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Speaker of the Iranian Parliament Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf described the US president’s hostile comments as an indication of his fury and frustration, noting that there is no place for terrorists and traitors in Iran.
Iranian President Cautions against Aggression toward Leadership
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian warned the enemies that the slightest assault on Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei will be tantamount to a full-blown war against Iran.
Daesh Detainees Escape Prison amid Army-SDF Clashes in Northeast Syria
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Syrian army imposed a curfew in the northeastern city of al-Shaddadi after Daesh (ISIL or ISIS) members escaped from a prison during clashes with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces, state media reported on Monday.
Iran TV Says Intelsat Disruption Was Signal Interference, Not Cyberattack
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – An overnight disruption to Iranian state television broadcasts on the Intelsat satellite was caused by deliberate signal interference rather than a cyberattack, state media and officials said on Monday.
Cultural Landmark Reduced to Ruins As Rioters Set Fire to Cinema in Isfahan
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Cinema Yaasman in Shahin Shahr, Isfahan province in central Iran, was completely destroyed after rioters left a gas valve open and hurled a Molotov cocktail into the building during recent riots, a provincial cinema official said.
