Exhibition of Farshchian's works underway in Paris

An exhibition of selected miniature paintings by the late master Mahmoud Farshchian opened at Iran's cultural attaché office in Paris. The event introduced his blend of traditional Persian miniature techniques with innovation, drawing on poetry and religious texts. It is the fourth and final cultural event the embassy planned for October, following exhibitions on ancient Iran and the Minab victims.

https://www.tehrantimes.com/news/531194/Exhibition-of-Farshchian-s-works-underway-in-Paris

Crafting and playing the oud: A living musical heritage in Iran 🎻

Iran and Syria jointly inscribed the oud—its craftsmanship and performance—on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list in 2022. A typical oud takes about 25 days to make, with a pear-shaped walnut sound box and five pairs of strings. The tradition thrives in Khuzestan, Bushehr, and Hormozgan, and increasingly involves women makers.

https://www.tehrantimes.com/news/531157/Crafting-and-playing-the-oud-A-living-musical-heritage-in-Iran

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IRGC spokesman: World will face a serious energy crisis if US launches another war

General Hossein Mohebbi told the Tehran Times that US forces have withdrawn roughly 700 km from Hormuz and lack the capability for a new war. But a limited pre-election strike remains possible. He warned Iran hasn't fully closed Hormuz, and could extend closure to Bab al-Mandeb and Suez. "The best path for America is to accept Iran's conditions."

https://www.tehrantimes.com/news/531239/World-will-face-a-serious-energy-crisis-if-US-launches-another

China explicitly condemns US-Israeli aggression in talks with Aref

🔹Chinese Premier Li Qiang, meeting First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref, called US and Israeli actions against Iran "open aggression" that occurred mid-negotiations and without UN Security Council authorization.

🔹"Our position condemning US and Israeli actions and defending Iran's legitimate rights is completely clear and decisive. We call for the revival of the Islamabad MoU and explicitly oppose US unilateral sanctions," Li said.

🔹He stressed China's determination to expand comprehensive relations with Iran: "Our two great civilizations share thousands of years of history. We will resolutely defend Iran's legitimate rights in international forums."

Araghchi: Iran-Russia ties strategic; regional issues need diplomacy

🔹At a joint press conference with Russian FM Sergey Lavrov in Tehran, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said: "Iran-Russia relations are strategic. We held detailed talks on bilateral ties and regional developments."

🔹"There is no serious obstacle to expanding trade, political, and cultural relations. Regional issues must be resolved through diplomatic solutions."

🔹Araghchi voiced serious concern over Caspian security, including attacks on Iranian and Russian ships and port infrastructure.

🔹Lavrov said President Pezeshkian will visit Russia for the Gas Exporting Countries Forum, noting 28% trade growth last year. "We are ready to help achieve a solution," he said.

Russian FM Lavrov meets President Pezeshkian in Tehran

🔹President Masoud Pezeshkian met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Monday evening to discuss bilateral relations and the latest regional and international developments.

🔹The meeting focused on Tehran-Moscow relations and ways to strengthen joint cooperation.

Pakistani Army chief Asim Munir to visit Tehran Tuesday

🔹According to Tasnim's correspondent, Pakistan's Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir will travel to Tehran on Tuesday to meet and consult with Iranian officials.

🔹The visit will include discussions on bilateral cooperation, important issues between the two countries, and regional developments.

🔹Pakistan's role as a mediator between Iran and the US is another agenda item for Munir's trip.

Trump endorses war criminal Netanyahu ahead of Israeli election

Trump endorsed Netanyahu—wanted by the ICC for war crimes—as a "great warrior prime minister," crediting him with joining the US strikes on Iran. But critics note Netanyahu urged Trump into the war. With 65% of Americans disapproving of the conflict, analysts say the endorsement may not help in Israel's October 27 election.

https://www.tehrantimes.com/news/531251/Trump-endorses-war-criminal-Netanyahu-ahead-of-Israeli-election

Gen. Rezaei: Regional stability depends on multilateral cooperation

🔹SNSC Secretary Major General Mohsen Rezaei, meeting Russian FM Sergey Lavrov, emphasized the two countries' strategic cooperation on intra-regional issues to consolidate stability, ensure regional security, and accelerate regional development.

🔹"We welcome Russia's ideas and initiatives to expand diverse cooperation between our two countries."

🔹"Joint economic projects between Iran and Russia, such as completing strategic corridors, have regional stabilizing effects."

🔹"The continuity and sustainability of regional security and stability depend on multilateral cooperation in the region."