GOA –To assert that “Iran is a civilizational entity” highlights its long history and cultural depth, dating back to ancient civilizations like the Elamites and Achaemenids, which goes beyond the modern nation-state of Iran.
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Brig. Gen. Jahanshahi takes helm of Iran Army Ground Forces
TEHRAN – Brigadier General Ali Jahanshahi has been appointed as the new commander of the Iranian Army Ground Forces, succeeding Brigadier General Kioumars Heydari.
Jahanshahi previously commanded the 77th Thamen al-A’emmeh Division and also…
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Reminders Of What Our Losses From CDC And USAID Mean
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ASTMH Tropical Medicine Meeting
The recent meeting of the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene was a reminder of how global funding cuts and this year’s changes in priorities have undermined public health and…
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New nasal nanodrops wipe out brain tumors in mice
Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, working with scientists at Northwestern University, have created a noninvasive strategy to treat one of the most aggressive and deadly forms of brain cancer. Their method…
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Foolad ease past Esteghlal Khuzestan in 2025/26 Hazfi Cup Round of 32
TEHRAN – Foolad football team defeated Esteghlal Khuzestan to advance to the 2025/26 Hazfi Cup Round of 16 on Saturday.
Sasan Ansari scored three goals for Foolad.
Round of 32 Results:
*Paykan 2-0 Shahrdari Noshahr
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Iran Approves $485M in Foreign Investment Projects
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The recent approvals underscore Iran’s efforts to attract foreign capital despite ongoing sanctions and regional uncertainty. By diversifying investments across various sectors and engaging with partners…
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No taste, no memory: rape drugs are quietly on the rise in Iran
Rape drugs are on the rise according to research by Iran International into online and plain view sales in the Islamic theocracy, where lack of official enforcement or public awareness campaigns mean the sordid practice continues with few…
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EU to convene to discuss Trump’s 28-point plan for Ukraine
Costa announced the meeting following discussions on Ukraine at the G20 summit. “The American draft of the 28-point plan includes important elements that will be crucial for a just and lasting peace. We are ready to do our part to ensure the…
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“This G20 is not about the US”: Ramaphosa signals shift from American dominance
South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered a pointed message during Africa’s first G20 summit, declaring: “This G20 is not about the US. It’s about all the members.” His remark came as leaders adopted a declaration on climate…
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US Tells NATO If Zelensky Does Not Sign Peace Accord, Ukraine Will Face Worse In Future
The US army secretary, Dan Driscoll, briefed ambassadors from NATO nations at a meeting in Kyiv late on Friday, after talks with Zelensky and taking a phone call from the White House.
“No deal is perfect, but it must be done sooner rather than…
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