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Acting defense minister: Iran's defense power has risen since the war

🔹Brigadier General Ibn al-Reza, acting minister of defense, announced that missile and drone production never halted during the conflict—drone output actually tripled.

🔹"We know the enemy's weaknesses well and are fully aware of our own capabilities," he stated, emphasizing that strategic planning kept defense industries thriving.

‘Revenge’ and resilience dominate coverage of martyred Leader’s rites

The largest funeral in modern history, with tens of millions across five cities, forced Western media to abandon "brittle Iran" narratives. Mourners quoted by France 24 demanded revenge, while red flags signaled defiance. Delegations from nearly 100 nations, including Russia and China, shattered isolation claims. China's Global Times called it a "geopolitical referendum against Western imperialism." The Grayzone documented unified millions, proving the assassination strategy failed to fracture Iran's state or national resolve, as the nation emerged strategically stronger.

https://www.tehrantimes.com/news/528034/Revenge-and-resilience-dominate-coverage-of-martyred-Leader-s

Tchogha Zanbil, Iran's first UNESCO World Heritage site 🇮🇷🏛️

Located near Susa, this 13th-century BC Elamite ziggurat is one of the world's best-preserved—designated in 1979. The 52-meter stepped structure originally had five levels; 25 meters still stand today. 📏🏗️

The sacred city of Dur-Untash featured three concentric walls, temples, palaces, and royal tombs. Its advanced water system—a 45-km canal with ceramic pipes—is among the earliest known examples of ancient water treatment. 💧🛠️

Inscribed bricks bearing Elamite texts reveal construction practices and beliefs. Excavated by Roman Ghirshman in the 1950s, it remains a symbol of Iran's shared heritage. 🧱📜🌍

Iravani: Iran will not remain committed to agreement if violations continue

🔹 Iran's representative to the United Nations, in remarks to reporters outside the UN Security Council session, warned that should the United States persist in breaching its obligations under the Islamabad MoU, Iran will no longer be bound to uphold its commitments.

🔹Amir Saeid Iravani emphasized that Tehran remains committed to implementing the memorandum, provided that the United States fully and in good faith fulfills its obligations.

🔹 He added that the American attacks on Iran's southern islands and cities on July 7 and 8 constitute a flagrant violation of the UN Charter.

Syrian Observatory: Zionist regime violated Syrian territory 15 times in 10 days

🔹The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported that the Zionist regime has carried out 15 ground violations across Syria's Daraa and Quneitra countryside over the past 10 days.

🔹The operations included ground incursions, artillery shelling, temporary checkpoint establishment, and heavy drone and spy aircraft activity.

🔹Approximately 30 military vehicles—including armored personnel carriers and HMMWVs—participated, with operations concentrated in the Yarmouk Basin area and villages along the occupied Golan Heights border.

🔹The violations coincide with ongoing US-Israeli aggression against Iran and heightened regional tensions.

Araghchi in Muscat: Iran, Oman coordinate on maritime security, regional de-escalation

🔹Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi, who arrived in Muscat on Sunday leading a political-legal delegation, met with Omani FM Sayyid Badr al-Busaidi.

🔹Araghchi thanked Oman for its condolences and for sending its Parliament Speaker to honor Iran's martyred Leader, reaffirming Tehran's commitment to strengthening bilateral ties.

🔹The Omani FM emphasized his country's principled position on utilizing diplomacy to prevent regional escalation and expressed hope that full implementation of the Islamabad MoU would improve regional security.

🔹Discussions covered bilateral relations across various fields, regional developments—particularly the Strait of Hormuz situation—and proper mechanisms for safe ship transit under Article 5 of the Islamabad MoU.

The martyred Leader's killers will never die in peace

Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei has vowed: "We pledge to avenge the pure blood of the martyred Leader from the criminal murderers. This is the demand of our nation and must certainly be carried out."

He stressed that those responsible "will take to their graves the dream of a peaceful death in bed"—and that this pledge "does not depend on my presence or that of other officials."

Hailing the "astonishing, enemy-breaking" turnout of tens of millions across Iran and Iraq, he affirmed: "With tearful eyes, we pledge to preserve his school of thought."

Revenge is not a choice—it is a divine mission.

https://www.tehrantimes.com/news/528064/The-martyred-Leader-s-killers-will-never-die-in-peace

Israel expands its borderless empire of election theft

From NYC to Bogota to Paris, Tel Aviv operates a malicious cyber machine dismantling national sovereignty. Outgoing Colombian President Petro publicly indicted Israeli firm BlackCore for manipulating Colombia's election with bot accounts and compromised software.

France's watchdog traced BlackCore attacks against pro-Palestine candidates. Similar operations targeted Scotland, New York, Angola, and Togo.

This private sector serves as a pipeline for Unit 8200 veterans. Beneath bots lies blackmail—honey traps, illicit surveillance.

While AIPAC injects millions to liquidate US politicians, Europe is awakening. The Netherlands added Israel to its threat list. Spain accused interference in Eurovision.

This invisible empire sustains Israeli aggression.

https://www.tehrantimes.com/news/528061/Israel-expands-its-borderless-empire-of-election-theft

‼️ Breaking: 🚨

Iran announces full closure of the Strait of Hormuz in response to the US failure to uphold the Islamabad MoU 🇮🇷🇺🇸

IRGC Navy: Unauthorized vessels in Strait will face decisive response

🔹The IRGC Navy announced that foreign interference and illegal determination of shipping routes in the Strait of Hormuz will be met with a decisive response, disrupting the process of normalizing maritime traffic.

🔹Incited by foreigners, several vessels attempted to move through an unauthorized route despite warnings. A vessel that compromised maritime security by switching off its systems was struck and halted.

🔹The IRGC Navy declared the Strait of Hormuz closed until further notice and until the end of US interference—no vessel will be permitted to transit.

🔹If the enemy carries out new aggression under this pretext, it will face a severe response, and enemy bases in the region will be targeted.

Israeli War Minister Israel Katz claims that the IDF has been instructed by Prime Minister Netanyahu to prepare for an independent Israeli military operation against Iran, Press TV reported.

IRGC Aerospace advanced defense system downs US cruise missile

🔹A US cruise missile was shot down this morning (July 12) in the outskirts of Khorramabad city during the latest US terrorist army aggression.

🔹The missile was intercepted and destroyed by the IRGC Aerospace Force's advanced defense system, operating under the country's integrated air defense network.

UN Special Coordinator for Lebanon Jean Arnault met with Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi earlier today.

Iran FM expresses condolences over the passing of Qatar's father Emir, Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani.

🔹In a message posted on X, Abbas Araghchi voiced deep sorrow and grief over the demise of the former Qatari leader.

🔹"I extend my sincerest condolences to His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the esteemed Al Thani family, and the brotherly nation of Qatar," Araghchi wrote.

🔹 He concluded with prayers for divine mercy on the deceased and patience for the bereaved.

New painting by Abdolhamid Ghadirian bids farewell to Martyr Leader

Titled "In the Path of Light," the 190x150 cm oil on canvas captures the magnificent yet heartbreaking moments of millions bidding farewell to Ayatollah Khamenei.

Ghadirian, who has long explored the concept of light in his work, said: "What stood out was that he always strived for God's will over his own. The magnificent funeral in Iraq was astonishing—the enemy's anger results from a great luminous event. God has increased the contrast between light and darkness until there's no room for gray."

The painting embodies the slogan: "We Must Rise."

https://www.tehrantimes.com/news/528036/New-painting-by-Abdolhamid-Ghadirian-bids-farewell-to-Martyr

Tehran, Seoul discuss broader cooperation in culture and tourism

Iran's minister of cultural heritage met South Korea's ambassador to explore expanding ties in culture, tourism, handicrafts, and creative industries. Salehi-Amiri said entering the creative economy is a strategic priority, and Seoul's experience in this field is valuable for Tehran.

He proposed reciprocal artifact exhibitions, joint restoration training, university cooperation, and digital technology exchange. Iran is ready to participate in Seoul's cultural exhibitions and invites Korea to Tehran's tourism expo.

Ambassador Kim noted his recent visit to Alamut fortress, expressing hope its imminent UNESCO inscription will introduce Iran's heritage globally.

https://www.tehrantimes.com/news/528097/Tehran-Seoul-discuss-broader-cooperation-in-culture-and-tourism