Iran, Russia deepen strategic coordination

Presidents Pezeshkian and Putin spoke by phone ahead of a meeting in Turkmenistan, reaffirming cooperation under their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Treaty. Putin praised Iranian resilience and offered Russia's help in diplomatic efforts to ease regional tensions. Both sides are deepening ties through the SCO, BRICS, and the INSTC, while sharing experience under US sanctions.

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Iranian-American activist explains why she disrupted Bessent’s testimony over Iran war

Isabella Javidan has criticized Washington’s sanctions policy against Iran, saying she disrupted U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s testimony to challenge policies that harm ordinary Iranians.

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Why Isabella chose to disrupt Bessent's hearing over Iran

Iranian-American activist Isabella Javidan tells the Tehran Times she disrupted Treasury Secretary Bessent's testimony to challenge the portrayal of sanctions as "bloodless tools." She says sanctions harm ordinary Iranians, not the elite, and that aviation bans and exam restrictions are "grotesque." NIAC has sued Trump over the war, and a national day of action is planned for October 20.

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15 destinations to discover the soul of Iran

From Tehran's Golestan Palace to Isfahan's Naqsh-e Jahan Square, Shiraz's Persepolis, and Yazd's windcatchers, this guide spans Iran's 30 UNESCO World Heritage sites. It also covers Qeshm's salt caves, Hormuz's colorful geology, the Hyrcanian forests, and Masuleh's stepped village—offering a journey through the country's landscapes, history, and living traditions.

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Gen. Ibn al-Reza to US officials: Our missiles determine the distance

🔹Acting Defense Minister Brigadier General Ibn al-Reza addressed US officials: "He still paints war in the Pentagon's kindergarten, unaware that the world cannot be divided by speeches and shows. The battlefield has the final word."

🔹"Our missiles determine the distance between you and us. Yesterday the Sea of Oman, today the Indian Ocean, and tomorrow the Bay of Pigs. Make a mistake, and you will see a new division."

Gen. Vahidi: No one has the right to threaten or interfere in Hormuz

🔹IRGC Commander-in-Chief Major General Ahmad Vahidi stated that no party has the right to threaten or interfere in the Strait of Hormuz and the Persian Gulf, emphasizing that these strategic waters are under Iran's full control.

🔹He warned that any foreign interference in the region would be met with a decisive response, stressing that the security of the waterway is the responsibility of Iran and the coastal states.

Pezeshkian arrives in Turkmenbashi for CIS, Caspian summits

🔹President Masoud Pezeshkian arrived in the city of Turkmenbashi moments ago, welcomed by Turkmenistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov.

🔹He is in Turkmenistan to attend and address two summits: the CIS Heads of State Council and the Caspian Sea environmental summit.

🔹On the sidelines, Pezeshkian will hold bilateral meetings with several leaders, including Russian President Vladimir Putin and Turkmenistan's president.

Araghchi: You cannot fool people forever

🔹Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi exposed CENTCOM's concealment of US military losses, writing on X: "In May, the US Congressional Research Service acknowledged that Iran's Armed Forces had removed 42 American military aircraft from service. That figure has now reached 81—and the real number is far higher."

🔹"The proof? CENTCOM won't allow even a single senator to visit and inspect the bases it claims are 'completely normal.'"

🔹"You cannot fool people forever."

Pezeshkian and Putin meet in Turkmenistan

🔹President Masoud Pezeshkian and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a bilateral meeting in Turkmenistan.

🔹The two leaders reviewed achievements in bilateral relations and focused on strengthening economic and strategic cooperation in key sectors including energy, agriculture, transport, and trade.

🔹They emphasized the need to accelerate the finalization and completion of joint projects, and reaffirmed their determination to expand comprehensive cooperation in line with both nations' national interests and regional stability.

Leader: Police a key pillar of Iran's security

🔹The Leader of the Islamic Revolution described the police force as a key pillar of Iran's security, praising its role in maintaining public order and protecting the nation.

🔹The remarks came during a message marking Police Week, highlighting the force's sacrifices and service to the people.

🔹The Leader emphasized the importance of public trust and the police's role in ensuring justice and security for all citizens.

Pezeshkian meets Armenian PM in Turkmenistan

🔹President Masoud Pezeshkian met with Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan on the sidelines of the CIS summit and Caspian environmental summit in Turkmenistan.

🔹Pezeshkian emphasized the extensive cooperation capacities between the two countries, stressing the strengthening of bilateral interactions, mutual trust, and the development of relations in all fields.

Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan held a phone call with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi last night to discuss follow-ups on bilateral matters and the latest regional developments.

Pezeshkian at CIS: We want security based on trust, not threats

🔹Addressing the CIS summit as a special guest, President Masoud Pezeshkian proposed a "CIS+1" format for cooperation with Iran across transit, energy, trade, technology, and environment.

🔹"Regional security is indivisible. One cannot want security for one part while fostering insecurity in another," he said.

🔹Noting Iran was targeted twice by US-Israeli aggression in the past year, he stressed: "Negotiation under the shadow of force is not negotiation—it is coercion."

🔹"Instead of disconnection, connection; instead of rivalry, cooperation; instead of threat-based security, security based on trust and shared interests."

Pezeshkian: Following America cost BRICS, SCO members their power

🔹President Masoud Pezeshkian said countries in BRICS and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization that aligned with the US have lost their power and independence.

🔹He stressed that regional countries must rely on their own capacities and mutual cooperation rather than external powers, warning that dependence on the US erodes sovereignty.

🔹His remarks came during his visit to Turkmenistan for the CIS and Caspian summits, where he proposed a "CIS+1" cooperation format and emphasized connectivity over rivalry.