The Ashura noon prayer ceremony was held at the Grand Hussainiya of Zanjan, with a large gathering of mourners commemorating the martyrdom of Imam Hussein (AS).
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Gen. Qaani warns Zionists: You must leave all of Lebanon
๐นIRGC Quds Force Commander Brigadier General Esmail Qaani issued a stark warning to the Zionist regime in a social media post, stating: "The Zionists must knowโthose who stand and fight against you Yazidis with Ashura spirit and Hussaini faith carry the eternal belief: Every day is Ashura, every land is Karbala."
๐น"You Zionists must leave all of Lebanon. This land is the arena of resistance and steadfastness, not a playground for occupiers," he emphasized.
๐นQaani further warned that if the Zionists do not withdraw voluntarily today, they will be forced to flee in humiliation and defeat tomorrow.
๐นHe reminded them the historic will of Martyr Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah in Bint Jbeil, asserting: "That promise remains alive, and without doubt, the same scene will repeat itself once again."
๐นIRGC Quds Force Commander Brigadier General Esmail Qaani issued a stark warning to the Zionist regime in a social media post, stating: "The Zionists must knowโthose who stand and fight against you Yazidis with Ashura spirit and Hussaini faith carry the eternal belief: Every day is Ashura, every land is Karbala."
๐น"You Zionists must leave all of Lebanon. This land is the arena of resistance and steadfastness, not a playground for occupiers," he emphasized.
๐นQaani further warned that if the Zionists do not withdraw voluntarily today, they will be forced to flee in humiliation and defeat tomorrow.
๐นHe reminded them the historic will of Martyr Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah in Bint Jbeil, asserting: "That promise remains alive, and without doubt, the same scene will repeat itself once again."
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Iran, Italy FMs hold phone call over NATO chief's remarks
๐นItalian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani held a phone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi on Thursday evening.
๐นTajani firmly rejected recent comments by the NATO Secretary General regarding the possible use of Italian military bases by the United States for operations against Iran.
๐นHe stressed that no such use has occurred, nor will it in the future, clarifying that no US aircraft have flown from Italian soil to bomb Iran, and his government has never issued any permit for such actions.
๐นMinister Araghchi thanked his Italian counterpart for the call and the clarifications, while emphasizing the need for an official and explicit denial of the remarks by the Italian government.
๐นItalian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani held a phone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi on Thursday evening.
๐นTajani firmly rejected recent comments by the NATO Secretary General regarding the possible use of Italian military bases by the United States for operations against Iran.
๐นHe stressed that no such use has occurred, nor will it in the future, clarifying that no US aircraft have flown from Italian soil to bomb Iran, and his government has never issued any permit for such actions.
๐นMinister Araghchi thanked his Italian counterpart for the call and the clarifications, while emphasizing the need for an official and explicit denial of the remarks by the Italian government.
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Tehran Times
Iran, Oman FMs discuss Strait of Hormuz maritime arrangements ๐นIranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi and Omani counterpart Sayyid Badr Albusaidi held a phone conversation on Thursday to review regional developments and issues of mutual interest.โฆ
๐นFM Araghchi announced a constructive phone call with Omani counterpart Albusaidi, following a recent joint statement in Muscat.
๐น"We emphasized talks to determine the framework for future administration and maritime services in the Strait of Hormuz," he wrote on X.
๐นTehran is determined to advance this process in coordination with neighbors.
๐น"We emphasized talks to determine the framework for future administration and maritime services in the Strait of Hormuz," he wrote on X.
๐นTehran is determined to advance this process in coordination with neighbors.
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The solemn ceremony of Shame Gharibanโcommemorating the evening after Ashuraโwas held at the holy shrine of Imam Reza (AS) in Mashhad, with mourners paying tribute to the suffering of Imam Hussein's family.
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Iran, South Korea FMs discuss regional developments, bilateral ties
๐นSouth Korean Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul held a phone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi on Friday morning to discuss the latest regional developments and bilateral relations.
๐นCho welcomed the understanding between Iran and the US, expressing his country's support for diplomatic processes aimed at maintaining peace and stability in West Asia and ensuring safe maritime navigation.
๐นMinister Araghchi briefed his South Korean counterpart on the latest negotiations, progress made in implementing agreements, and the consultations held within this framework.
๐นThe two top diplomats also reviewed bilateral, regional, and international developments, emphasizing the need to continue political consultations and expand mutual cooperation.
๐นSouth Korean Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul held a phone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi on Friday morning to discuss the latest regional developments and bilateral relations.
๐นCho welcomed the understanding between Iran and the US, expressing his country's support for diplomatic processes aimed at maintaining peace and stability in West Asia and ensuring safe maritime navigation.
๐นMinister Araghchi briefed his South Korean counterpart on the latest negotiations, progress made in implementing agreements, and the consultations held within this framework.
๐นThe two top diplomats also reviewed bilateral, regional, and international developments, emphasizing the need to continue political consultations and expand mutual cooperation.
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Iran strongly condemns joint US-GCC statement as provocative
๐นThe Iranian Foreign Ministry strongly denounced the joint statement issued on June 25 by US Secretary of State Rubio and GCC foreign ministers, calling it interventionist, irresponsible, and provocative.
๐นTehran warned against continued hostile and meddlesome behavior in the region, dismissing the so-called "US commitment to GCC security" as mere rhetoric that distorts reality.
๐นIt added that Washington's military presence in the region has only burdened regional nations and fueled insecurity and division.
๐นThe ministry also highlighted the US use of regional military facilities to commit aggression against Iran between February 28 and April 8, 2026, as clear proof that Washington holds no regard for the security of regional nations.
๐นThe Iranian Foreign Ministry strongly denounced the joint statement issued on June 25 by US Secretary of State Rubio and GCC foreign ministers, calling it interventionist, irresponsible, and provocative.
๐นTehran warned against continued hostile and meddlesome behavior in the region, dismissing the so-called "US commitment to GCC security" as mere rhetoric that distorts reality.
๐นIt added that Washington's military presence in the region has only burdened regional nations and fueled insecurity and division.
๐นThe ministry also highlighted the US use of regional military facilities to commit aggression against Iran between February 28 and April 8, 2026, as clear proof that Washington holds no regard for the security of regional nations.
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Gharibabadi: Safe transit in Strait of Hormuz not guaranteed without Iran's considerations
๐นIranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi stated that safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz cannot be guaranteed through ambiguous arrangements, parallel routes, or decisions made without regard for Iran's considerations as the coastal state.
๐นHe emphasized that any valid framework must be based on coordination with Iran and the provisions of paragraph five of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding. Otherwise, the result would be the suspension of any parallel path determined.
๐นIranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi stated that safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz cannot be guaranteed through ambiguous arrangements, parallel routes, or decisions made without regard for Iran's considerations as the coastal state.
๐นHe emphasized that any valid framework must be based on coordination with Iran and the provisions of paragraph five of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding. Otherwise, the result would be the suspension of any parallel path determined.
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Iran, Uzbekistan FMs discuss regional developments, bilateral ties
๐นForeign Ministers Seyyed Abbas Araghchi of Iran and Bakhtiyor Saidov of Uzbekistan held a phone conversation on Friday to discuss the latest regional developments and bilateral relations.
๐นAraghchi briefed his Uzbek counterpart on the latest developments regarding the implementation of the agreement to end the imposed war.
๐นThe Uzbek foreign minister welcomed ongoing diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions in West Asia, emphasizing the importance of continuing this process and fulfilling mutual commitments.
๐นThe two sides also stressed the need for continued consultations and expansion of ties between Iran and Uzbekistan across all areas of mutual interest.
๐นForeign Ministers Seyyed Abbas Araghchi of Iran and Bakhtiyor Saidov of Uzbekistan held a phone conversation on Friday to discuss the latest regional developments and bilateral relations.
๐นAraghchi briefed his Uzbek counterpart on the latest developments regarding the implementation of the agreement to end the imposed war.
๐นThe Uzbek foreign minister welcomed ongoing diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions in West Asia, emphasizing the importance of continuing this process and fulfilling mutual commitments.
๐นThe two sides also stressed the need for continued consultations and expansion of ties between Iran and Uzbekistan across all areas of mutual interest.
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Iran, UAE FMs hold phone call on regional developments
๐นUAE Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan held a phone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi on Friday to discuss the latest regional developments and the overall situation.
๐นThe two sides reviewed a range of regional developments and tensions, with the Emirati minister expressing hope that ongoing negotiations would lead to positive outcomes ensuring lasting security and stability in the region.
๐นSheikh Abdullah emphasized that serious diplomacy and responsible dialogue remain the best approach to addressing all regional and international crises, while fulfilling people's aspirations for prosperity and development.
๐นUAE Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan held a phone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi on Friday to discuss the latest regional developments and the overall situation.
๐นThe two sides reviewed a range of regional developments and tensions, with the Emirati minister expressing hope that ongoing negotiations would lead to positive outcomes ensuring lasting security and stability in the region.
๐นSheikh Abdullah emphasized that serious diplomacy and responsible dialogue remain the best approach to addressing all regional and international crises, while fulfilling people's aspirations for prosperity and development.
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Iran, Romania FMs discuss regional developments, bilateral ties
๐นForeign Ministers Seyyed Abbas Araghchi of Iran and Ewna Toiu of Romania held a phone conversation on Friday evening to discuss the latest regional developments and bilateral relations.
๐นAraghchi briefed his Romanian counterpart on the latest developments regarding the implementation of the Memorandum of Understanding and Tehran's perspectives on the matter.
๐นThe Romanian foreign minister welcomed ongoing diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions in West Asia, emphasizing the importance of continuing this process and fulfilling mutual commitments by all relevant parties.
๐นThe two sides also stressed the need for continued consultations and expansion of bilateral cooperation and relations in the period ahead.
๐นForeign Ministers Seyyed Abbas Araghchi of Iran and Ewna Toiu of Romania held a phone conversation on Friday evening to discuss the latest regional developments and bilateral relations.
๐นAraghchi briefed his Romanian counterpart on the latest developments regarding the implementation of the Memorandum of Understanding and Tehran's perspectives on the matter.
๐นThe Romanian foreign minister welcomed ongoing diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions in West Asia, emphasizing the importance of continuing this process and fulfilling mutual commitments by all relevant parties.
๐นThe two sides also stressed the need for continued consultations and expansion of bilateral cooperation and relations in the period ahead.
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