(2025-04-17). Who is Mahdieh Esfandiari, Iranian academic jailed in France for pro-Palestine advocacy. presstv.ir Mahdieh Esfandiari, an Iranian academic based in France, has become the latest target of repression by the French government due to her public support for Palestine.
(2025-04-17). Iran repeats call on IAEA to clarify position on threats made against peaceful nuclear sites. presstv.ir Iran once again urges the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to adopt a clear position on threats made against the country's peaceful nuclear facilities.
(2025-04-17). Iran Briefs Grossi on US Talks, Urges IAEA to Act Professionally. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi briefed the director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency on the course of negotiations between Tehran and Washington, calling on the UN nuclear agency to act professionally irrespective of external pressures.
(2025-04-17). US imposes sanctions on Chinese buyers of Iranian oil. presstv.ir The US Treasury announces sanctions targeting Chinese importers of Iranian oil.
(2025-04-17). Iran warns 'moving the goalposts' could derail Tehran-Washington talks. presstv.ir Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei has warned that making fundamental mistakes could disrupt the negotiations between Tehran and Washington.
(2025-04-17). Iran, Tajikistan discuss defense partnership, counter-terrorism cooperation. presstv.ir Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Bagheri has hosted Tajikistan's Defense Minister Lieutenant General Emomali Sobirzoda to discuss bilateral cooperation in the defense.
(2025-04-17). Report: Trump Declined To Back Israeli Attack on Iran in Favor of Diplomacy. news.antiwar.com President Trump declined an Israeli plan to attack Iran with US support as soon as next month in favor of attempting diplomacy with Tehran over its civilian nuclear program, The New York Times reported on Wednesday. The report said Israel developed plans to attack Iran's nuclear facilities that would have required significant US support. The …
(2025-04-17). Iran Urges IAEA for Clarity Amid Renewed Nuclear Threats. english.almanar.com.lb Iran has called on the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to take a definitive stance regarding the escalating threats against its peaceful nuclear facilities. This appeal came during a meeting in Tehran on Wednesday between Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi, who is currently on a visit to the Iranian capital. …
(2025-04-17). After Israeli strikes, how strong are Iran's air defences?>. newarab.com 
(2025-04-17). Trump blocked Israeli plan to strike Iran nuclear sites: report. newarab.com 
(2025-04-17). Netanyahu's Office Credits Covert and Overt Actions with Halting Iran's Nuclear Arsenal. themedialine.org 
(2025-04-17). Trump Halts Israeli Strike on Iran, Opts for Nuclear Talks. themedialine.org 
(2025-04-17). Saudi defence minister visits Tehran before Iran-US talks. aljazeera.com Iran and the US are set to hold a second round of talks in Rome about Tehran's nuclear programme.
(2025-04-17). Iranian hospital pioneers advance angiography technology for invasive brain treatment. tvbrics.com 
The new technology expands lifesaving treatments…
(2025-04-17). Major Palaeolithic discoveries in Iran redefine understanding of Neanderthal presence. tvbrics.com 
The excavation uncovered distinct archaeological layers rich with Neanderthal lithic assemblages…
(2025-04-17). Iran's Foreign Minister meets Russian President in Kremlin. tvbrics.com 
The diplomat is in Moscow on an official visit…
(2025-04-17). On the Eve of the Second Round of Iran-US Negotiations: What Advantages Does Iran Possess? unitedworldint.com Here are the assets that Tehran possesses. By Masoud Sadrmohammadi The initial round of negotiations between Iran and the United States in Muscat, the capital of Oman, has been described as positive by officials from both sides. Consequently, both parties are scheduled to continue these discussions in Muscat on the upcoming Saturday. Following the announcement …
(2025-04-17). Workers Struggles: Europe, Middle East & Africa. wsws.org Postal workers in Orléans, France begin indefinite strike over increased workloads and in Leipzig, Germany postal workers strike over pay and conditions; workers and retirees continue protests against collapse in living standards, across a quarter of Iran's provinces; teachers and local government workers in Federal Capital Territory of Nigeria continue month-long stoppage to demand minimum wage…
(2025-04-17). Iran's Khamenei sends letter to Putin ahead of talks with US. geo.tv 
(2025-04-17). Saudi defence minister arrives in Tehran ahead of Iran-US talks. geo.tv 
Chief of Iranian Armed Forces, Mohammad Bagheri, welcomes Saudi Defence Minister, Prince Khalid bin Salman, in Tehran, Iran, April 17, 2025. — ReutersKhamenei voices readiness to improve ties with Riyadh.Iran, US set to hold second round of talks this weekend.Iran, KSA agreed to…
(2025-04-17). Trump reportedly blocked Israel from attacking Iran in coming weeks. haaretz.com CEASE-FIRE TALKS: Report: Hamas rejects Israeli proposal for hostage deal ‚ñ GAZA: Defense minister says IDF to remain in seized Gaza buffer zones, no humanitarian aid will enter ‚ñ ISRAEL: ICC requests clarification from Hungary over failure to uphold arrest warrant against Netanyahu ‚ñ IRAN: Right to enrich uranium is 'non-negotiable' in talks with U.S. ‚ñ LEBANON: IDF struck vehicle in south Lebanon, killed Hezbollah member…
(2025-04-17). Trump reportedly blocked imminent Israeli strike on Iran amid Netanyahu pressure, nuclear talks. haaretz.com Citing U.S. officials, the New York Times said Israel proposed a joint commando and airstrike on Iran's nuclear sites, seeking U.S. support. But in Washington this month, Trump told Netanyahu he wouldn't back a strike while talks with Tehran continued…
(2025-04-17). Bibi and the bomb: Has Trump dealt a death blow to Israel striking Iran? haaretz.com Despite Netanyahu's fiery rhetoric on Iran, and the billions of dollars he's spent on military preparations, there are clear operational obstacles to Israel striking Tehran's nuclear sites. But for now, Trump's opposition is a far more serious, and stinging, quandary…
(2025-04-17). Lebanese army says detained suspects in March attacks on Israel. newarab.com 
The Lebanese army said on Wednesday it had detained a number of Palestinians and Lebanese suspected of involvement in two attacks from the country on Israel in March and did not mention Iran-backed On March 28, Israel carried out
(2025-04-17). UN nuclear chief: Iran, US running out of time for a deal. newarab.com 
(2025-04-17). Do not threaten Iran! Lift the sanctions immediately! workers.org 
The following is a statement from the organization Solidarity with Iran (SI) regarding the current Iran-U.S. negotiations. In light of the signs of emerging negotiations between the United States and Iran, we emphasize the following points: Any effort, including negotiations, to prevent military conflict between the United States and Iran . . . |
(2025-04-17). US imposes sanctions on Yemen bank, citing support to Houthis. newarab.com 
The The designation of the International Bank of Yemen (IBY) complements a government effort "to stop Iran-backed Houthi attacks against commercial shipping in the Red Sea," said the US Treasury Department.
(2025-04-17). Iranian minister arrives in Russia with a message from Khamenei. newarab.com 
Iranian Foreign Minister U.S. President Donald Trump has
(2025-04-17). Iran challenges countries in UN court over jet it downed in 2020. newarab.com 
The four countries had citizens on a Ukraine International Airlines Boeing 737-800 that was downed shortly after takeoff from Tehran on 8 January 2020. All 176 people on board were killed.
(2025-04-17). Iran, Russia to Discuss Bilateral, Int'l Issues in Ministerial Visit. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has traveled to Russia for talks on bilateral, regional and international issues as well as the nuclear negotiations between Iran and the US.
(2025-04-17). IAEA Seeks Role in Iran-US Talks. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency Rafael Grossi said the UN nuclear agency wants to play a role in the process of negotiations between Iran and the US.
(2025-04-17). Indian SC protects Urdu signboards as cultural heritage in landmark ruling. geo.tv 
A view of the Indian Supreme Court building is seen in New Delhi. — Reuters/File
(2025-04-17). IAEA Needs to Stay Away from Politics: Araqchi. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — It is imperative for the director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency to keep his organization away from politicization, the foreign minister of Iran said.
(2025-04-17). FM Vows Justice for Pakistani Victims of Terrorist Attack in SE Iran. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi assured his Pakistani counterpart that Tehran is resolved to catch and punish those behind a recent terrorist attack in Iran's southeastern province of Sistan and Balouchestan that has killed a number of Pakistani citizens.
(2025-04-17). Int'l Developments Mentioned in Leader's Message to Russia: Iranian FM. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The message that Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei has sent to the president of Russia encompasses major regional and international developments, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said.
(2025-04-17). Saudi Defense Minister Arrives in Iran for Landmark Visit. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Defense Minister of Saudi Arabia Prince Khalid bin Salman Al Saud arrived in Tehran on Thursday for talks with senior Iranian authorities.
(2025-04-17). Iran, Russia Share Interests: Spokesman. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry highlighted the "excellent" relations between Tehran and Moscow as the top Iranian diplomat arrived in Russia for an officail visit.
(2025-04-17). Iran Refutes UK's Allegations. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Iranian Foreign Ministry's spokesperson dismissed the baseless and bogus accusations that the British foreign secretary has leveled against Iran.
(2025-04-16). Iran's Military Presence In Sudan: UAE-Israel Plot Backfires. popularresistance.org The United Arab Emirates and Israel had hoped to extract strategic victories in Sudan, taking advantage of the fall of the nation's former dictator and the descent into civil war. But newly released satellite images suggest that Tehran's renewed ties with the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) may be unraveling those ambitions. | Satellite images, initially reported by Russian state broadcaster RT, reveal an extensive underground tunnel complex under Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) control, allegedly constructed with assistance from Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).
(2025-04-16). Israel pushes Trump to bomb Iran in tight timeframe by The Grayzone. defenddemocracy.press Israel pushes Trump to bomb Iran in tight timeframe by The Grayzone Read on Substack We remind our readers that publication of articles on our site does not mean that we agree with what is written. Our policy is to publish anything which we consider of interest, so as to assist our readers in forming …
(2025-04-16). Israel military 'preparing to strike Iran if talks with US fail'. newarab.com 
Israel is preparing militarily for the possibility of striking As part of this preparation, the In recent weeks, Israel's Air Force ha…
(2025-04-16). Iran Slams Witkoff's Reversal on Enrichment. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry criticized US special envoy Steve Witkoff for backtracking on his previous comments and insisting that Tehran ought to abandon its nuclear enrichment program.
(2025-04-16). Witkoff indicates US seeks to cap Iran uranium enrichment, not dismantle nuclear program. defenddemocracy.press By Jacob Magid April 15, 2025 Trump's envoy focuses on importance of enrichment levels during media interview on negotiations; confusion over where second round of talks to be held, Oman or Rome US special envoy to the Mideast Steve Witkoff appeared to use a key component of the 2015 Iran nuclear deal signed during the Obama administration …
(2025-04-16). Trump and mixed signals on Iran raise concerns over plausibility of nuclear deal. haaretz.com Ahead of Saturday's second round of indirect talks between the United States and the Islamic Republic, Iran hawks are urging the Trump team to avoid a repeat of the 2015 nuclear deal…
(2025-04-16). UN watchdog chief says Iran 'not far' from nuclear bomb. newarab.com 
The Western countries including the United States have long suspected Iran of seeking to acquire nuclear weapons, an allegation Tehran has consistently denied, insisting that its programme is for peaceful civilian purposes. | "It's like a puzzle. They have the pieces, and one day they could eventually put them together," Grossi told French newspaper Le Monde in an interview published…
(2025-04-16). The International North-South Transport Corridor and India's Role in It. infobrics.org The International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC) was founded on September 12, 2000, in St Petersburg by Iran, Russia and India. Linking ship, rail, and road routes, the 7,200-kilometre project is aimed at enhancing trade and connectivity among its members. But why does it matter? And what role has India played in it?>
(2025-04-16). Argentine Envoy Summoned over Anti-Iran Allegations. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Iranian Foreign Ministry summoned the charge d'affaires of Argentina in Tehran in protest at the unlawful move by the Argentine prosecutor's office in levelling allegations against senior Iranian officials.
(2025-04-16). Iran Lauds Settlement of Border Disputes between Tajikistan, Neighbors. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council Ali Akbar Ahmadian hailed the settlement of a long-running border conflict between Tajikistan and its neighbors.
(2025-04-16). Principle of Enrichment in Iran Non-Negotiable: Araqchi. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Tehran will by no means negotiate over the principle of uranium enrichment, although it is ready to allay the possible concerns, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said.
(2025-04-16). US Strikes on Yemen Threatening World Peace: Iranian Spokesman. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry condemned the American military strikes against Yemen as a blatant threat to international peace and security.
(2025-04-16). Affairs of State Not Tied to US Talks: Iranian President. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Iranian administration is fulfilling its duties routinely without tying anything to the outcome of negotiations with the US, President Masoud Pezeshkian stated.
(2025-04-16). Iran Eyes Cooperation with Tajikistan in War on Terrorism. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces called for close interaction with Tajikistan in the fight against terrorism.
(2025-04-16). Cubans improve the pace in sub-zonal chess tournament. radiohc.cu Havana, Apr 16 (JIT) – Two consecutive victories put on track the performances of Cubans Jorge Roberto Elías and Yerisbel Miranda in the Medellín 2025 Sub-Zonal 2.3.2 Chess Tournament, in Colombia, which in each section defines a place for the upcoming World Cup.
(2025-04-16). Argentina Seeks Arrest of Iran's Supreme Leader Over 1994 Bombing. themedialine.org 
(2025-04-16). Headlines for April 16, 2025. democracynow.org Judge Overseeing Kilmar Abrego Garcia's Case Considers Contempt Charges for U.S. Officials, Judge Blocks Trump's Order Ending Protections for Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans & Venezuelans, "Do Not Attempt to Remain in the United States": CBP Orders U.S. Citizens to "Self-Deport", Video Shows Violent Arrest of Venezuelan Man by Federal Agents Who Wounded Bystander, Republicans Face Protests over Trump's Agenda at Raucous Town Hall Meetings, Israeli War Chief Refuses Calls to End Gaza Siege, U.S. Envoy Says Iran Must Completely End Uranium Enrichment , Trump Escalates Trade W…
(2025-04-16). Iran Warns US Against 'Moving the Goalposts' After Witkoff Statement on Enrichment. news.antiwar.com Iran on Wednesday warned the US against "moving the goalposts" after US envoy Steve Witkoff suggested the Trump administration was seeking a deal to eliminate Tehran's civilian nuclear program. Witkoff said in a statement on Tuesday that any deal must "eliminate its nuclear enrichment" program. The statement came after he suggested the US would be …
(2025-04-16). Iran confirms next round of nuclear talks with US set for Rome on Saturday. aljazeera.com The announcement comes as IAEA chief arrives in Tehran for talks that may revolve around accessibility for inspectors.
(2025-04-16). Iran's thermal power generation reaches all-time high. tvbrics.com 
Combined-cycle plants boost efficiency amid renewable energy push…
(2025-04-16). Iranian scientist creates rapid test for diagnosing brucellosis. tvbrics.com 
Brucellosis is a bacterial disease caused by various Brucella species, which mainly infect cattle, swine, goats, sheep, and dogs…
(2025-04-16). Tehran says its right to enrich uranium non-negotiable ahead of US talks. geo.tv 
A general view shows the Natanz uranium enrichment facility in Natanz, about 322km south of Tehran March 9, 2006. — ReutersAraqchi urges trust-building, rejects US call to end enrichment.Iran to deliver Supreme Leader's message to Russia's Putin.Tehran may oppose plan to…