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FM Reaffirms Iran’s Determination to Defend Itself
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran is determined to safeguard its national sovereignty and independence against foreign interference and terrorism, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi stated.
Security Prevails in Iran: Police Chief
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Sustainable security has been ensured across Iran following the recent riots, the commander of the Law Enforcement Command (FARAJA) stated.
Iran’s Top Judge Urges Immediate Trial of Rioters
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s Judiciary Chief Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei called for the prompt, careful and fair trial of individuals that have been arrested on a charge of committing terrorist activities amid the recent violent riots across the country.
Qalibaf Hits Back at Trump for Comments against Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Speaker of the Iranian Parliament Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf described the US president’s hostile comments as an indication of his fury and frustration, noting that there is no place for terrorists and traitors in Iran.
Iranian President Cautions against Aggression toward Leadership
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian warned the enemies that the slightest assault on Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei will be tantamount to a full-blown war against Iran.
Iran TV Says Intelsat Disruption Was Signal Interference, Not Cyberattack
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – An overnight disruption to Iranian state television broadcasts on the Intelsat satellite was caused by deliberate signal interference rather than a cyberattack, state media and officials said on Monday.
Cultural Landmark Reduced to Ruins As Rioters Set Fire to Cinema in Isfahan
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Cinema Yaasman in Shahin Shahr, Isfahan province in central Iran, was completely destroyed after rioters left a gas valve open and hurled a Molotov cocktail into the building during recent riots, a provincial cinema official said.
16,000 Children’s Books Torched by Cultural Terrorists in Iran’s Neyshabur
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A children’s cultural center in the city of Neyshabur, northeast Iran, was destroyed after being set on fire by rioters on January 8, reducing 16,000 children’s books and cultural facilities to ashes.
President Accentuates Firm Iran-Iraq Relationship
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian affirmed the deep, historical, and emotional bonds between Iran and Iraq, stating that the mutual ties will remain steadfast.
Pakistanis Rally in Solidarity with Iran against Foreign Plots
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Muslims in Pakistan's mountainous Gilgit-Baltistan region held a demonstration to express strong solidarity with Iran.
Pro-Iran Rallies Draw Thousands in Kashmir, Ladakh despite Freezing Temperatures
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Large pro-Iran demonstrations were held in parts of India’s Kashmir Valley and the Ladakh region of Kargil following Friday prayers on January 16, 2026, as worshippers expressed solidarity with Iran and condemned recent crimes by US and Israeli elements.
Iraq’s Popular Mobilization Units Deploy Reinforcements along Syrian Border
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iraq’s Popular Mobilization Units (PMU) said on Monday they had deployed and reinforced units along the Iraq-Syria border to secure sensitive frontier areas.
US, Israel Directly Responsible for Deadly Riots in Iran: Araqchi
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi held the United States and the Zionist regime responsible for the violent riots in Iran that inflicted heavy material and human damages earlier this month.
US behind Tensions in Region: Iranian Spokesman
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry Esmaeil Baqaei held the US accountable for creating tensions in the region.
US Pullout from Ain al-Asad Beneficial for Iraq: Araqchi
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi welcomed the withdrawal of American military forces from the Ain al-Asad air base in western Iraq, saying the pullout will contribute to Iraq’s stability.
Iran to Nominate 8 Locations for Best Tourism Villages
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Iranian Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts is going to shortlist eight villages for the world’s best tourism villages.
IRGC Deputy Chief Visits Security Forces Injured in Riots
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The deputy commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps visited a number of Iranian security and law enforcement forces who have been injured in the recent violent riots.
Iraqi FM to Visit Iran for Talks
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Foreign Minister of Iraq Fuad Hussein is going to visit Iran for talks about regional and international issues, Spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry Esmaeil Baqaei said.
