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IranIran summons French ambassador over handling of protests in France
Iran's Foreign Ministry summoned French Ambassador Pierre Cochard on Tuesday to express concerns over France's handling of protests, citing reports of injuries and over 5,000 arrests.
IranIranian President Pezeshkian to Meet Putin at CIS Summit in Turkmenistan
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian will meet Russian President Vladimir Putin during the CIS summit in Turkmenistan on October 8-9, according to RIA Novosti. This is the first time Iran has been invited to the expanded format meeting.
IranIran's Interior Minister Momeni conveys president's message to Qatari Emir in Doha
Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni met Qatar's Emir in Doha on Tuesday, delivering a message from President Pezeshkian and discussing bilateral ties and regional developments. The two sides agreed to form a joint working group between their interior ministries.
IranIran Urges France to Apply Consistent Human Rights Standards to Protests
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei criticized France for what he called double standards, contrasting its 2026 call for restraint in Iran with its current handling of student protests at home.
IranIranian Interior Minister Meets Emir of Qatar in Doha
Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni met Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani in Doha on Tuesday to discuss regional developments and de-escalation efforts.
IranIran's President Pezeshkian tells Denmark's new ambassador Tehran seeks peaceful ties
President Masoud Pezeshkian received a copy of the credentials of Denmark's new ambassador to Tehran, Christian Atzen, on Tuesday, saying Iran has historically pursued peace and constructive engagement with other countries.
IranIran and Thailand have potential to expand ties, Pezeshkian says
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian told Thailand's new ambassador that the two countries have high potential to expand relations in economic, scientific and technological fields.
IranIRGC says it dismantled remaining Takfiri cell in southeastern Iran
The IRGC Ground Force's Quds Headquarters announced the dismantling of a Takfiri cell linked to the assassinations of Sunni clerics and two law enforcement personnel, with eight members killed and two arrested.
IranIran Intelligence Ministry dismantles three Takfiri terrorist cells in Sistan and Baluchestan
Iran's Intelligence Ministry dismantled three Takfiri terrorist cells in Sistan and Baluchestan and Hormozgan provinces before they could carry out attacks. Two terrorists were killed and ten arrested, with weapons and ammunition seized.
IranIRGC Ground Forces join SCO counter-terrorism drill in Belarus
A special forces team from the IRGC Ground Forces has entered Belarus to take part in a joint counter-terrorism exercise of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation member states. Iran previously hosted the drill in Shabestar last year.
IranTrump approval rating hits record low of 32 percent in Reuters/Ipsos poll
A six-day Reuters/Ipsos poll shows 32% of Americans approve of President Trump's performance, matching the lowest rating of his career. Hispanic support fell to 24%, and Democrats lead Republicans 44% to 37% ahead of the November 3 election.
IranIran Army Chief Says Defense Production Continued During Conflicts
Major General Amir Hatami stated that Iran's defense production lines never stopped during the 12-day and Ramadan wars, and that enemy attempts to disrupt output failed.
IranFire breaks out aboard French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle, navy says
The French Navy said a fire broke out aboard the aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle and was extinguished several hours later, with no injuries and no impact on nuclear facilities.
IranIran Army Says New Missiles and Drones Produced Daily, to Be Unveiled at Proper Time
Brigadier General Mohammad Akraminia, spokesman for Iran's army, said new defensive and offensive equipment including missiles and drones is produced daily and will be introduced at the appropriate time.
IranIranian MP says US fuel prices, not rhetoric, will decide Strait of Hormuz status
Ali Nikzad, deputy speaker of Iran's parliament, said US fuel price indicators, not American officials' statements, determine whether the Strait of Hormuz remains open, and dismissed President Trump's threats as aimed at US domestic politics.
IranAmnesty International says states must arrest Netanyahu under ICC warrant
Amnesty International said ICC member states are legally obliged to detain and surrender Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he enters their territory, and condemned his government's settlement expansion and rights violations in the West Bank and Gaza.
IranIran Says European States Must Be Accountable for Backing US Aggression
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said European countries that provided territory or facilities for US and Israeli attacks on Iran must be held accountable, during a meeting with diplomats in Tehran.
IranPezeshkian tells Armenian FM US cannot be trusted in talks
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian told visiting Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan that the US has attacked Iran three times after negotiations, calling talks meaningless. He also urged expanded trade ties with Armenia.
IranIran security official says enemy miscalculations led to heavy defeats
SNSC Secretary Major General Mohsen Rezaei said on Monday that the enemy's past miscalculations against Iran resulted in heavy defeats, and expressed confidence Iran would overcome current challenges.
IranPezeshkian Nominates Mehrdad Akhlaghi as Iran's Defense Minister
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has nominated Mehrdad Akhlaghi, a senior Defense Ministry official, as the new defense minister under Article 133 of the Constitution. If approved by Parliament, Akhlaghi will succeed Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh, who was killed in a US-Israeli attack on February 28.
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Iranian Interior Minister Momeni Departs for Qatar on Official Invitation
Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni left for Qatar at the invitation of his Qatari counterpart, Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. He is accompanied by senior economic and provincial officials.
IranIran executes two men convicted of killing police officers in Isfahan
Iran's judiciary-run Mizan news agency reported that Alireza Sepahi and Alireza Raisi were executed after the Supreme Court upheld their death sentences for involvement in killing four police officers in Isfahan during foreign-orchestrated acts of terrorism.
IranUKMTO says Iran directed tanker to turn back north of Oman's Khasab
A tanker entering the Strait of Hormuz was hailed by the IRGC and told to turn back or be targeted, according to UKMTO. The vessel's master confirmed compliance and authorities are investigating.
IranUS strike on suspected drug boat in Caribbean kills four, SOUTHCOM says
US Southern Command said it conducted a lethal strike on a high-speed vessel suspected of drug trafficking in the Caribbean Sea, killing four people. Legal experts and the UN have repeatedly called such strikes unlawful.