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Pezeshkian congratulates Christians on Christmas

TEHRAN, Dec. 26 (MNA) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has extended his congratulations to Christians in Iran and around the world on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Jesus Christ.

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Pezeshkian congratulates Christians on Christmas

TEHRAN, Dec. 26 (MNA) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has extended his congratulations to Christians in Iran and around the world on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Jesus Christ.
Yalda Night preserved in 16 volumes

TEHRAN, Dec. 26 (MNA) – The monumental "Yalda Storyology Collection" archives over 8,000 Iranian folktales, safeguarding the oral traditions of the ancient winter solstice celebration for future generations in a definitive 16-volume set.
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Ayt. Milani's letter to Imam Khomeini historical document

TEHRAN, Dec. 25 (MNA) – Ayatollah Milani’s letter in support of Imam Khomeini (ra) after the Imam’s exile to Turkey is a historical document, according to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei on Thursday.
Pres. meets family of Christian Martyr Razmik Khachatorian

TEHRAN, Dec. 25 (MNA) – Masoud Pezeshkian has met the family of Razmik Khachatorian, a Christian martyr of Iran, to pay tribute to his memory.
Pezeshkian congratulates Pope on Jesus birth anniv., New Year

TEHRAN, Dec. 25 (MNA) – The Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has sent a message to Pope Leo XIV, congratulating the auspicious birthday anniversary of Jesus Christ, son of Mary, and the New Year.
Congress honoring Ayt Milani opens with Leader's message

TEHRAN, Dec. 25 (MNA) – A congress marking the 50th anniversary of the passing of Ayatollah Seyyed Mohammad Hadi Milani opened on Thursday in Mashhad with a message from Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.
Jesus; One of God greatest messengers for mankind

TEHRAN, Dec. 25 (MNA) – Muslims regard Jesus (peace be upon him) as one of the great prophets who brought divine guidance to humanity before Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).
12th Andrei Stenin Intl. Press Photo Contest opens in Moscow

TEHRAN, Dec. 24 (MNA) – The annual contest held in memory of Andrei Stenin opened in the Russian capital of Moscow on December 22, The contest aims to identify emerging photojournalism talents and support the younger generation in the field.
India donates 10 million Persian manuscripts to Iran

TEHRAN, Dec. 22 (MNA)-Ten million Persian manuscripts covering Iran history and culture, collected from India by Noor Microfilm Center, have been handed over to the Islamic World Science and Technology Citation and Monitoring Institute (ISC) in Iran.
Iranians celebrate Yalda Night at Hafez Tomb in Shiraz

TEHRAN, Dec. 22 (MNA) – Iranians gathered at the mausoleum of the renowned Persian poet Hafez in Shiraz to celebrate Yalda Night, one of Iran’s oldest and most cherished cultural traditions.
Imam Muhammad al-Baqir, the splitter and spreader of sciences

TEHRAN, Dec. 22 (MNA) – Today coincides with the birth anniversary of the 5th Imam of Shia, Muhammad al-Baqir. An overview of his life is provided in the following article.
Yalda Night: Ancient celebration of year's longest night

TEHRAN, Dec. 21 (MNA) – Every year on the last day of autumn, Iran marks Yalda Night, an ancient festival celebrating the winter solstice, the rebirth of the sun, and the symbolic triumph of light over darkness.
Yalda Night exhibition brings festive spirit to Kermanshah

TEHRAN, Dec. 20 (MNA) – On the eve of Yalda Night, a seasonal exhibition in Kermanshah has added a festive atmosphere to the city, showcasing a variety of products associated with the ancient Iranian celebration.
VIDEO: Snow blankets Imam Reza Shrine in Mashhad

TEHRAN, Dec. 20 (MNA) – Heavy snowfall on Friday night covered the holy shrine of Imam Reza in Mashhad, transforming its courtyards and golden dome into a serene winter landscape.
A book on Edoardo Agnelli’s conversion story

TEHRAN, Dec. 19 (MNA) – The Persian book, “I Am Not Edoardo” presents the life of Edoardo Agnelli as a journey from immense wealth to Islamic faith and martyrdom, told in 72 short stories.
Ethnic groups festival in Iran's Gorgan

TEHRAN, Dec. 17 (MNA) – Iran inaugurated a festival of ethnic groups in the northern city of Gorgan on Tuesday evening, bringing together cultural representatives from across the country and diplomats from 12 Asian nations.
Iran-Belarus ties expanding across political, economic fields

MINSK, Dec. 16 (MNA) – Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said relations between Iran and Belarus are steadily expanding in political, economic, and cultural domains, citing shared international positions and untapped cooperation potential.
By: Mohammad Dashti

A glance at tourist village of Anbaran with breathtaking view

ARDABIL, Dec. 15 (MNA) – With its traditional architecture, Anbaran Tourist Village is a tourist destination on the shared Iran-Azerbaijan border in Ardabil Province, and is the destination of many tourists from Iran and the world.
From Nowruz to Anime: A cultural talk with Japan’s ambassador

TEHRAN, Dec. 15 (MNA) – In an exclusive interview with Mehr News Agency, Japan’s ambassador to Iran, Tamaki Tsukada, elaborated on the shared cultural ties between Tehran and Tokyo, as well as his experience during his time in Iran.
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Sacking Iranian professor shows US human rights reality

TEHRAN, Dec. 14 (MNA) – Iran's Judiciary official has denounced the firing of an Iranian professor of Arkansas University as yet another clear example of violation of human rights by the US government.