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Silenced in France: The unjust detention of a pro-Palestine Iranian activist
Press TV
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Mahdieh Esfandiari, an Iranian academic living in France for the last eight years, has been unjustly detained for condemning Israel’s genocide in Gaza on social media. Arrested without clear charges or consular access, her case highlights France’s...
John Abraham expresses disappointment over Tehran skipping theatrical release
OTTplay
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John Abraham's geopolitical action thriller Tehran has officially skipped theatrical release and is all set to land directly on ZEE5 via OTTplay Premium on August 14. The trailer for the film looks promising, leading fans to demand a theatrical...
National identity reborn; how Iran’s Gen Z tipped the scales of war
Al Mayadeen
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August 4, 2025
Once dismissed as disconnected and apathetic, Iran’s Gen Z has emerged as a powerful force of national identity following Israeli strikes on Tehran. Their transformation, from digital dissent to vocal defense of their homeland, shattered years of...
The Islands That Can Solve the Iran Crisis
Foreign Policy
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In the early 19th century, the Al Qasimi clan posed a formidable challenge to the British East India Company. They were labeled as a dangerous tribe of pirates with whom the British were forced to fight while navigating the Indian Ocean. In...
Iraq, 2nd destination of Iranian non-oil products
Tehran Times
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August 4, 2025
TEHRAN- Iraq has been the second top destination of Iranian non-oil products during the first four months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 21-July 22), according to data released by the Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration...
We approach any statements related to nuclear issues with great caution: Kremlin amid Trump-Medvedev social media feud
The News Mill
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August 4, 2025
The Kremlin on Monday emphasised Russia’s responsible stance on nuclear issues, cautioning against escalating nuclear rhetoric after US President Donald Trump announced the redeployment of two American nuclear submarines, citing “provocative...
Iran, Pakistan sign 12 cooperation documents during President Pezeshkian's visit
Press TV
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Iran and Pakistan have signed 12 memoranda of understanding (MOUs) in various sectors during the official two-day visit of Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to the neighboring country. After holding a joint meeting in Islamabad on Sunday,...
Afghan refugees in Iran: Deported to uncertainty
Deutsche Welle
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August 4, 2025
Zahra's family fled Afghanistan to Iran almost 30 years ago. Today, the 23-year-old — who is married with a young daughter — lives in constant fear of deportation. Her husband, who also fled Afghanistan, works as an agricultural laborer. "He can...
‘Buy now, pay later’ culture spreads to Iran’s corner shops due to cash crunch
Iran International
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August 4, 2025
Once limited to big-ticket items like furniture or electronics, installment purchases are now being used to pay for daily essentials, from fruit and rice to detergent and chicken. According to Etemad, field reports from Tehran and other cities...
I fled Iran to a London asylum hotel – I feel I should never have come here
The i paper
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August 4, 2025
Demonstrations outside asylum hotels are making people who have fled persecution in their home countries fear for their lives Asylum seekers who fled their home countries amid the threat of persecution have spoken of their fears as anti-migrant...
Inside Boman Irani’s house with a home theater, ‘London style’ decor and paintings from the brother of former Prime Minister of India. See photos
The Indian Express
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August 4, 2025
In her latest vlog, filmmaker-choreographer Farah Khan took her viewers to the house of veteran actor Boman Irani, who has the most beautiful house that exudes old-world charm. Boman has merged two big flats to make the house of his dreams. The...
Iran govt. withdraws controversial internet regulation bill to review freedom of expression concerns
Iran Front Page
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August 3, 2025
The Iranian government has officially withdrawn a proposed bill aimed at countering the spread of false information on social media, citing the need for further review to better align with constitutional protections for free speech. President...
Laura Loomer reignites fight with ‘terrible person’ Tucker Carlson in string of social media posts
The Independent (U.S.)
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August 4, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
World News | We Approach Any Statements Related to Nuclear Issues with Great Caution: Kremlin Amid Trump-Medvedev Social Media Feud
Latestly
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August 4, 2025
Moscow [Russia], August 4 (ANI): The Kremlin on Monday emphasised Russia's responsible stance on nuclear issues, cautioning against escalating nuclear rhetoric after US President Donald Trump announced the redeployment of two American nuclear...
Iran says no rush for US talks amid regional tensions
Iran Front Page
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August 3, 2025
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister and head of the Institute for Political and International Studies, Saeed Khatibzadeh, has stated that Tehran is in no hurry to enter talks with the US unless firm guarantees for results are provided. In an interview...
Farah Khan says she wanted to do casting couch with Boman Irani, threatens Dilip to not share this with her husband: ‘I have got a better taste,’ says the actor
The Indian Express
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August 4, 2025
Farah Khan, who first collaborated with Boman Irani for her 2004 film Main Hoon Na, recently visited his house along with her long-time cook Dilip for their latest vlog. This visit, however, was unusual from her other visits because Farah was seen...
Iran's army chief says Israeli threats remain, state media say
The Gazette - Colorado
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DUBAI (Reuters) -The commander-in-chief of Iran's military, Amir Hatami, said on Sunday that threats from Israel persist, according to state media. In June, Israel and the U.S. launched strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities during the so-called...
Iranian president welcomed in Islamabad for high-level talks
Daily Times
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August 3, 2025
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif received Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian at the Prime Minister’s House in Islamabad on Sunday, where the visiting leader was given a formal guard of honour. The two leaders are now set to hold one-on-one talks...
Iran army chief warns of ongoing Israeli threats amid tensions
The Sun Daily
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August 3, 2025
DUBAI: Iran’s military commander-in-chief Amir Hatami has warned that threats from Israel remain active, as reported by state media. The remarks follow heightened tensions between the two nations, including strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities in...
World Associated Press Iran founds new Supreme National Defense Council after June attacks by Israel
Yahoo News
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TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran founded a new defense council after attacks in June by Israel and the U.S., Iranian state media reported Monday. Iran's Supreme National Security Council, the country's highest security body, made the decision to establish...