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At least 841 people executed in Iran in 2025, UN says
The United Nations rights office said there had been a "major increase in executions during the first half of 2025".
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UK, France and Germany trigger UN snapback sanctions on Iran
The three countries invoked a snapback provision in the 2015 nuclear deal, which allows a participant to demand the return of sanctions if Iran is deemed to be in violation.
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Iran open to direct nuclear talks with US if conditions allow
Aref said Iran is prepared to negotiate on equal terms to protect its national interests and would be willing to hold face-to-face discussions with Washington if circumstances permit.
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Kenya, Iran move to restore tea trade with 60-day plan
Iran is among the top ten buyers of Kenyan tea and remains a key market
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State cracks down on tea exporter over irregular Iran dealings
Agriculture Principal Secretary Kipronoh Ronoh said the action is part of wider reforms in the tea industry aimed at ensuring accountability and stability.
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At least 8 killed during 'terrorist' attack in southeast Iran
Responsibility for the attack has been claimed by Jaish al-Zulm, designated by Iran as a terrorist group, the report said.
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Norwegian ex-US embassy guard charged with espionage for Russia and Iran
Prosecutors allege he received payments in both euros and bitcoin in exchange for the information.
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Iran probes alleged Israeli bombing of secret bunker as President Pezeshkian survives attack
The blasts reportedly injured President Pezeshkian’s leg, but he and others managed to escape through an emergency tunnel.
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Iran executes man in public over young girl’s rape, murder
The death sentence was issued in March and later upheld by the Islamic Republic’s top court.
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Israel says Iran may recover enriched uranium after US strikes
The official said that retrieving the uranium from beneath the surface would be extremely difficult, but warned that if Iran tried, it would likely trigger another round of Israeli strikes.
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Netanyahu’s corruption trial delayed amid security concerns
The decision came after Netanyahu’s legal team argued that his immediate attention was required for sensitive state matters following a ceasefire with Iran and ongoing hostilities in Gaza.
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Iran holds state funeral for military leaders killed in Israel conflict
Coffins draped in the Iranian flag, bearing portraits of deceased commanders, were flanked by crowds near Tehran's Enghelab Square.