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Iran qualified for the 2026 World Cup after Mehdi Taremi scored twice in a 2-2 draw with Uzbekistan on Tuesday.

Iran has showcased its advanced missile capabilities in an underground facility, highlighting weapons with ranges up to 1,550 ...

Iran has responded through Oman to a letter from United States President Donald Trump in which he urged Tehran to reach a new nuclear deal, Iranian state media reported. Iran’s official IRNA ...

Bruel says he found Sashar “impressive.” “He directed two seasons of ‘Tehran,’ one of my favorite series, so you can imagine the pace and precision of his way of working,” he says.

Iran became the second Asian side to secure their place at the 2026 World Cup after twice coming from behind to draw 2-2 with ...

Perennial World Cup participants Iran became the second Asian side to secure their place at next year's global showpiece ...

Three years later, Tehran showcased yet another strategic stronghold, an expansive underground complex designed to shelter and protect combat aircraft. The video was released amid the escalating ...

Former No. 1 overall pick Mickey Moniak released by Angels after winning in salary arbitration ...