Iranian state media reported on Wednesday (April 26) that Ayatollah Abbas Ali Soleimani, a powerful cleric was killed in an armed attack. "Ayatollah Abbas Ali Soleimani was killed this morning in an armed attack.

Powerful Iranian cleric killed in armed attack: Reports

Several nations are knocking on the door of the BRICS. The BRICS group of nations are preparing to hold the proposed annual summit in South Africa. Meanwhile, nineteen countries have expressed an interest so far in joining the bloc. Thirteen countries have formally asked to join and another six have asked informally. The BRICS bloc consists of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. The member nations will meet in Cape Town on June 2-3 to discuss its expansion.

Will BRICS invite more members as 19 nations, including Saudi Arabia & Iran, show interest?

Israel has allegedly hit border areas of Quneitra as it shelled pro-Iran targets in Southern Syria during its more than a decade-long civil war in Syria. Israel has launched hundreds of airstrikes on its territory primarily targeting Iran-backed forces.

Israel allegedly strikes Syria border, sends out strong warning for Syria

Iranian regime formed a 'secret' committee last year to keep an eye on celebrities in the country who supported protests that erupted after Mahsa Amini death, reported BBC.

Iran formed secret committee to target celebrities over Amini protests: Report

Multiple Iranian media reports citing officials have confirmed the death of a 59-year-old Iranian woman after she had a cardiac arrest in a hospital, on Monday (April 24).

Iranian woman dies of heart attack after fighting erupted over hijab rule: Reports

The daughter of an environmentalist who is being held captive in Iran said Saturday that she no longer believed or has any confidence that US President Joe Biden would succeed in freeing her father.

Daughter of US citizen jailed in Iran has lost confidence in US

In connection to the mysterious poisoning of thousands of schoolgirls in Iran, Iranian security has arrested three female teenagers and two men over their alleged involvement, local media reported citing sources.

Iranian female teens arrested, forced to confess carrying out school poisonings: Report

Eid al-Fitr 2023: Observing the new moon or crescent is a traditional practice among Muslims to determine the start of the tenth month in the Islamic calendar, called Shawwal.

Eid al-Fitr 2023: Moon Sighting Time in Oman, Pakistan, Morocco, Iran, Indonesia and others

The exiled crown prince of Iran has visited the state of Israel, sounding a message of unity as the two nations stand against each other in West Asian politics. Reza Pahlavi is the son of the last Shah to rule Iran before the dynasty was effectively ended by the 1979 Islamic Revolution.

Iran's exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi visits Israel, shares a 'message of unity' | WION Pulse

An Iranian official says Iran’s navy obliged a US submarine to surface as it entered the Gulf “violating its border” in the latest report of an apparent confrontation between Iranian and US forces in the region.

Iran says its navy forced US submarine to surface in Gulf waters

In a move aimed at strengthening regional co-operation, India, Iran and Armenia have formed a trilateral grouping. The first trilateral political consultation between the ministries of foreign affairs of the three countries was held in the Armenian capital, Yerevan on Thursday.

India, Iran and Armenia form trilateral grouping to deepen ties and co-operation

After almost a month of brokering an unprecedented truce between Saudi Arabia and Iran, it seems as China is now growing more serious about boosting its political clout in the region.

China's political ambitions in West Asia: Can China broker Israel-Palestine peace? | WION Fineprint

The exiled son of the Iranian Shah toppled in the 1979 Islamic revolution, Prince Reza Pahlavi, who was in Israel for a historic visit, had a brief meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday (April 17).

Prince Reza Pahlavi meets Israel PM Netanyahu: Son of toppled Iranian Shah attends Holocaust Remembrance Day

Iranian police said on Sunday (April 16) that over 150 businesses were shut down by the authorities in 24 hours throughout the country for not adhering to the obligation for women to wear headscarves, local media outlets reported.

Iran shuts down over 150 businesses amid crackdown on people for hijab violation

Iran's police vow to act over headscarf violations in public places, cars and will use smart equipment to identify lawbreakers. The number of women defying the Islamic dress code in Iran has risen since the protest movement triggered by the death of Mahsa Amini.

Iranian regime vows crackdown on people violating Hijab code

On This World, Vikram Chandra tells you all about Auto-GPT, the AI tool that can work without human prompts and gives you a sneak peek into the future. Also on the show, A Reuters report says Iran sent communication equipment and radar batteries on flights meant to carry relief material.

Auto-GPT: The new tool that gives you a peek into the AI future | This World

An Iranian court sentenced 10 members of the armed forces to prison after they were found guilty of their involvement in the crash of a Ukraine International Airlines (UIA) jet, reported the judiciary’s Mizan Online website, on Sunday (April 16).

Iranian court sentences 10 military personnel over 2020 Ukraine jet downing

Iran is emerging as a global leader in the production of cheap and lethal drones. And not to our surprise, it is consistent with its efforts in improving drone technologies. Watch this video.

Iran tests Kamikaze drone equipped with 50 kg warhead | Tech It Out

It's no secret that technology is adding new dimensions to warfare. From autonomous drones to sophisticated cybersecurity systems, countries are turning to new technologies. We just saw what Iran is up to. Other countries around the world are also investing heavily in new-age tech to stay ahead of emerging threats. Here are some of the cutting-edge innovations developed by various nations to ensure security and stability in their region.

Which country has the most advanced defence technology? | Tech It Out

Tehran has further cracked its whip on women defying the regressive dress code. It has now installed CCTV cameras on main roads to identify and penalise the defiant unveiled women.

CCTV for veil flouters in Iran | The West Asia Post

Tehran is on a crackdown on women who have defied the regressive dress code. It has now installed CCTV cameras on main roads to identify and penalise women who are still stepping without Hijab. Watch the video to know more.

Iran furthers crackdown on women, police says 'cameras to identify & penalise unveiled women'

Saudi Arabia 's eyes with regional Rivals the world's biggest oil exporter wants to focus on diversifying its energy dependent economy. This focus is on economy but also to re-establish Regional leadership so for example the reintegration of Syria into the Arab fold and when we'll have to see if that happens countries like Qatar and Kuwait to remain firmly opposed to that is really as much aimed at trying to loosen the ties between Iran and Syria as it is about trying to resolve the Syrian conflict right also Darcy uh let us help us understand if you think that Syria will return to the egypt-based Arab League.

Saudi aims to focus on diversifying energy-dependent economy: Analysts

An Iranian delegation arrived in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday, Tehran said, to pave the way for reopening diplomatic missions as the Gulf rivals prepare to normalize relations, seven years after an acrimonious split.

Iran, Saudi Arabia working to re-establish ties after years of bitter division

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Economic Relations Mehdi Safari has pitched for Chabahar port as key connectivity & trade route at the India Central Asia meet that took place in Mumbai.

Iran Minister Mehdi Safari pitches for Chabahar port at India Central Asia meet in Mumbai

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