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Iranpress: Amnesty International Condemns Nigeria for Crackdown on Shia Muslims in Gaza Protest

Amnesty International Condemns Nigeria for Crackdown on Shia Muslims in Gaza Protest

Wednesday, 20 August 2025 16:48
Amnesty International’s Nigeria Director, Isa Sunusi, has denounced the government’s violent crackdown on Shia Muslims during anti-Israel protests, stating that at least 83 members of the Islamic Movement of Nigeria remain in custody without trial, despite suffering gunshot wounds, other injuries, and severe human rights violations.
Iranpress: Iran, Belarus Sign 12 Cooperation Agreements During Pezeshkian’s Visit to Minsk

Iran, Belarus Sign 12 Cooperation Agreements During Pezeshkian’s Visit to Minsk

Wednesday, 20 August 2025 14:28
Iranian and Belarusian presidents oversaw the signing of 12 cooperation agreements and a joint statement in Minsk on Wednesday, signaling strengthened bilateral ties.
Iranpress: Commemorating Avicenna Week: Global Effort to Celebrate a Timeless Genius

Commemorating Avicenna Week: Global Effort to Celebrate a Timeless Genius

Wednesday, 20 August 2025 13:24
From August 23 to 29, 2025, Iran and several countries worldwide will commemorate Avicenna (Ibn Sina), the great Persian polymath, physician, and philosopher, aiming to celebrate his legacy and introduce him to new generations.
Iranpress: President Pezeshkian Meets Belarusian President in Minsk

President Pezeshkian Meets Belarusian President in Minsk

Wednesday, 20 August 2025 11:36
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on wedensday morning was officially welcomed by Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko in Minsk, marking the start of his official visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties.
Iranpress: Iran Navy Launches 2-Day "Sustainable Authority" Missile Drill in Indian Ocean

Iran Navy Launches 2-Day "Sustainable Authority" Missile Drill in Indian Ocean

Wednesday, 20 August 2025 11:27
Iran's Navy begins a two-day missile exercise in the northern Indian Ocean and Sea of Oman, featuring widespread deployment of surface vessels, submarines, aircraft, and coastal missile systems, according to Rear Admiral Abbas Hassani, spokesperson for the drill.
Iranpress: Pro-Palestine Protest in São Paulo Prevents Israeli Envoy’s Speech

Pro-Palestine Protest in São Paulo Prevents Israeli Envoy’s Speech

Wednesday, 20 August 2025 10:46
Amid growing outrage over the Gaza crisis, hundreds of pro-Palestine activists in São Paulo protested at the U.S. Consulate and blockaded a local Israeli social club, leading to the cancellation of a planned speech by an Israeli representative.
Iranpress: At Least 27 Killed in Terrorist Attack on Mosque in Northern Nigeria

At Least 27 Killed in Terrorist Attack on Mosque in Northern Nigeria

Wednesday, 20 August 2025 08:23
Gunmen stormed a mosque in Nigeria's Katsina state during early morning prayers, killing at least 27 worshippers and injuring multiple others in the latest attack targeting religious sites in the country's violence-plagued northern region.
Iranpress: Iranian Wrestler Bags Gold at U-20 Junior World C

Iranian Wrestler Bags Gold at U-20 Junior World C'ships

Tuesday, 19 August 2025 21:28
Iranian freestyle wrestler Mehdi Yousefi won the 79 kg wight category at the World Junior Championships in Bulgaria, highlighting the country’s prowess in youth wrestling amid a mixed outing for its team.
Iranpress: Libya Rejects Normalization with Israel, Condemns Gaza Siege

Libya Rejects Normalization with Israel, Condemns Gaza Siege

Tuesday, 19 August 2025 18:39
Libya’s Government of National Unity (GNU) has firmly rejected claims of seeking normalization with the Israeli regime , while the Libyan parliament condemned the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza as a crime against humanity.
Iranpress: Iran, Armenia Sign Joint Statement and 10 Cooperation Agreements

Iran, Armenia Sign Joint Statement and 10 Cooperation Agreements

Tuesday, 19 August 2025 16:41
Iran and Armenia signed a joint statement and 10 cooperation documents aimed at boosting bilateral ties across political, economic, cultural, and social fields.