Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff, friend of Iran, critic of Gaza genocide

Pope Francis, head of the Catholic Church, leader of the world's 1.4 billion Catholics, friend of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and outspoken critic of Israel's genocidal actions in Gaza, passed away on Monday at Saint Martha's House in Vatican City.

‘Rome talks made progress on principles of ‘likely deal’; optimism warranted but with great caution’

Pezeshkian hails Iran’s armed forces ‘strength, preparedness’ on Army Day

Iran commemorates the National Army Day, with President Masoud Pezeshkian praising the Iranian armed forces for their “strength and preparedness” and reaching “self-sufficiency” in defense capabilities.

Leader says Iran ready to share its advancements with Saudi Arabia

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has touched on “some of Iran’s advancements”, telling the Saudi defense minister in Tehran that the Islamic Republic is ready to share them with the kingdom.

Leader says indirect Oman talks ‘good’ in early stages but lack of trust 'remains' about other side

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the indirect talks between Iran and the United State in the Omani capital Musca, have been “implemented well in their initial steps,” but added that the Islamic Republic is “very skeptical” of the other side.

Whatever Imam possessed belonged to the people

Extracted from a collection of memoirs about Imam

Leader say Ill-wishers ‘frustrated and angry’ over Iran’s increasing advances: Ayatollah Khamenei

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says ill-wishers are "frustrated and angry" over Iran’s increasing advances, urging the country’s officials to counter their propaganda.

Iran-US relations