The American Express Times
Friday, June 26, 2026
Iran urges UN to hold US, Israel accountable for deadly strike on Minab school
Iran accused the US and Israel of committing a war crime by targeting a primary school in Minab during a recent military operation, resulting in the deaths of 168 children and numerous injuries. The Iranian ambassador called on the United Nations to investigate the attack and hold those responsible accountable for violating international laws protecting…
★ Featured Stories
Iran issues fresh warnings over Israeli military activity and presence in Lebanon
Iran condemned Israeli military flights over neighboring airspace and warned it will respond to any perceived threats, criticizing the U.S. for not restraining Israel’s actions.…
Canada weighs reopening embassies in Iran and Venezuela
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that Canada is considering reopening embassies in Iran and Venezuela to improve diplomatic representation and better assist Canadian citizens…
Europe’s involvement in US-Israeli war on Iran exposed by NATO chief
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte revealed that Italy and Romania facilitated U.S. military operations against Iran by allowing access to their bases and airspace during a…
Iran rejects US-PGCC declaration, defends regional security doctrine
Iran’s Foreign Ministry condemned the recent US-PGCC joint statement as provocative and accused Washington of imposing its security agenda while ignoring its own role in…
★ All Stories
Hezbollah foiled the Israeli project with Iranian support: Sheikh Naim Qassem
Hezbollah announced it has entered a new strategic phase aimed at countering Israel's efforts to weaken its influence, crediting sustained Iranian support for its resilience.…
Iran and Lebanon: enduring partnership amid conflict and diplomacy
Iran has reaffirmed its strong support for Lebanon amid ongoing military tensions and Israeli operations along Lebanon's southern border. This alliance underscores the importance of…
Iranian Customs and Asia-Pacific Regional Office discuss smart customs and digital transformation
Iran’s Customs Head Foroud Asgari met with the leader of the Asia-Pacific Regional Office for Capacity Building during the World Customs Organization Council Session to…
Iran’s Oil Minister emphasizes BRICS cooperation to achieve energy security
Iran’s Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad emphasized the need for BRICS countries to collaborate on ensuring global energy security, highlighting Iran’s willingness to contribute despite recent…
A deformed photo that badly ruins Israel’s image
A photo revealing the severe physical decline of Palestinian journalist Mujahed Bani Mufleh after eight months in Israeli administrative detention has sparked widespread condemnation and…
The blood of Minab: America’s war on Iran and the world’s silence
A U.S. missile strike on June 12 destroyed a school in Minab, Iran, killing 168 people, including 120 students and several teachers, in a blast…
Iran, Egypt set for high-stakes Group G clash: 2026 World Cup
Iran and Egypt will compete in a crucial Group G match at the 2026 World Cup in Seattle, with Egypt needing just a draw to…
Szymon Marciniak appointed referee for Iran-Egypt clash
FIFA has appointed Polish referee Szymon Marciniak to officiate the Group G match between Iran and Egypt at the 2026 World Cup. The game, critical…
Gonabad, an emerging destination for religious tourism
Gonabad has become Iran’s top destination for Ashura religious tourism, hosting 24 officially registered Muharram ceremonies recognized as intangible cultural heritage. This prominence highlights the…
Iran beats Kyrgyzstan at CAFA Women’s Futsal Championship 2026
Iran defeated Kyrgyzstan 5-0 in the first round of the CAFA Women’s Futsal Championship 2026 in Dushanbe, with key contributions from Fereshte Karimi, Zahra Kiani,…
Genetic tests underway on remains found in Ilkhanid royal cemetery
Iranian archaeologists have begun genetic testing on human remains found in newly uncovered Ilkhanid royal tombs near the Dome of Soltaniyeh in northwestern Iran. The…
Flamingo population rises as 36,000 chicks recorded in Shadegan Wetland
The population of flamingo chicks in Shadegan Wetland, Iran, has risen to about 36,000 this year, marking an increase from last year’s count. This growth…
Iranian girls grab medals at OpenGeo 2026
Four Iranian female students won one silver and three bronze medals at the online Open International Geography Olympiad 2026, competing against peers from 27 countries.…
Ruholamin unveils new Ashura-themed painting “Iron and Moonlight”
Iranian artist Hassan Ruholamin unveiled a large-scale painting titled “Iron and Moonlight” in Karbala, depicting the martyrdom of Hazrat Abbas (AS) during the Battle of…
Pop singer Mohsen Chavoshi releases “Sun-Wounded” as tribute to Imam Hussein (AS)
Iranian pop artist Mohsen Chavoshi released a new single, “Sun-Wounded,” to honor the mourning month of Muharram and the martyrdom of Imam Hussein (AS), debuting…
Welfare Organization, WHO discuss ways to address future of care for elderly
Iran’s State Welfare Organization and the World Health Organization met to plan the adoption of the Integrated Care for Older People (ICOPE) framework, aiming to…
Iranian Red Crescent Society ready to dispatch rescue and relief aid to quake-hit Venezuela
The Iranian Red Crescent Society has offered to send rescue teams and humanitarian aid to Venezuela after two powerful earthquakes struck the country’s north-central region,…
40th Cinema Ritrovato Festival presenting movies by late Iranian filmmakers
The 40th Cinema Ritrovato Festival in Bologna is presenting restored and rare films by Iranian filmmakers Abbas Kiarostami, Dariush Mehrjui, and Ebrahim Golestan, including newly…
New edition of “The Writer’s Journey” available in Persian
Hermes Publication in Tehran has released the Persian translation of the latest edition of Christopher Vogler’s influential book, "The Writer’s Journey," which outlines the mythic…