News | Araghchi: Iran seeks peace in the region; Suspension of postal shipments to the U.S.

Pars Today – Iran's Foreign Minister described the establishment of peace, stability, and security in the Persian Gulf region as the official and clear policy of the Islamic Republic.

In an interview with Al-Sharq Al-Awsat published on Tuesday evening, Seyyed Abbas Araghchi, the Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran, emphasized that closing the Strait of Hormuz is not Iran's official position. He stated, "Our official policy is very clear; we seek peace, stability, and security in the important Persian Gulf region." According to Pars Today, Araghchi added, "Iran, like Saudi Arabia and other countries in the region, is an oil-producing and exporting country. Our economy relies heavily on oil exports. Naturally, we desire a Persian Gulf where peace prevails."

Araghchi emphasized: "The recent events in Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, and the attack on Iran have shown the entire region what entity is their true enemy. The entity that threatens everyone, and seeks to weaken and divide the entire region, is the Zionist regime."

A doctor at Nasser Hospital in Gaza: The situation is catastrophic

A female volunteer physician at the Nasser Medical Complex in Khan Younis, in an interview with Al Jazeera, reported a severe deterioration of the situation at the hospital, stating: "The conditions are extremely catastrophic, and we lack access to even the most basic medical supplies." The doctor also noted that the medical staff, due to the absence of basic diagnostic equipment, are forced to use primitive and rudimentary methods to treat patients.

Desecration of the Quran by a U.S. congressional candidate

Valentina Gomez, a Republican congressional candidate from Texas, published a hate-inciting video of herself on the platform X, in which she set fire to the Quran. While burning the holy book of Muslims, she promised that if elected to the U.S. Congress, she would end the presence of Islam in Texas.

Russia drafts resolution to extend Resolution 2231 regarding Iran

Dmitry Polyanskiy, Russia's Ambassador and Deputy Permanent Representative to the United Nations, confirmed on Tuesday evening that Russia had submitted a draft resolution to the Security Council to extend the technical provisions of Resolution 2231 concerning Iran and the JCPOA. He stated: "Russia and China, as members of the JCPOA, want to give diplomacy more of a chance."

More than 200 European diplomats criticize EU's inaction regarding the war in Gaza

The Guardian reported: Over 200 senior European diplomats, in an open letter, have called for the European Union to take immediate action against Israel's war in Gaza and the regime's illegal measures in the West Bank of the Jordan River.

Venezuelan warships and drones begin patrols in coastal areas

Vladimir Padrino, Venezuela's Defense Minister, announced in a video message on social media on Tuesday evening the "extensive" deployment of drones and the commencement of patrols along the country's coastline. This action comes amid escalating tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela, with Washington having sent three warships and over 4,000 naval infantry to the vicinity of Venezuela's coasts under the pretext of combating drug trafficking.

Zionist regime attacks Syria

The so-called "Syrian Observatory for Human Rights" announced on Tuesday that fighter jets of the Zionist regime carried out two rounds of bombings on the Al-Kiswah area in the Damascus countryside of Syria, resulting in the deaths of four people.

Beijing stands with Tehran to establish a just order

Li Jianan, the head of the Chinese media group CMG's office, wrote in an exclusive note sent to IRNA on Tuesday, marking the anniversary of the end of World War II and the Chinese people's resistance against foreign aggression: "Beijing, alongside its partners, including the Islamic Republic of Iran, emphasizes the implementation of practical multilateralism, the promotion of global governance, and the establishment of a more just order."

25 countries suspend postal shipments to the U.S.

The United Nations-affiliated Universal Postal Union (UPU) announced in a statement on Tuesday that at least 25 countries have suspended shipments to the United States due to concerns over the implications of tariff policies by U.S. President Donald Trump's administration. Trump has stated that, starting August 29, he will eliminate the tax exemption for small packages sent to the U.S.

First group of IAEA inspectors returns to Iran

Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), stated in an interview with Fox News on Tuesday evening that the first group of the agency's inspectors has returned to Iran. Grossi noted: "We are in discussions with Iranian officials."

Joint meeting on youth diplomacy between Iran and Tajikistan focuses on expanding cooperation

The Youth Diplomacy Center of Iran hosted a joint meeting with a high-ranking delegation from the Republic of Tajikistan and a group of professors and experts at the Olympic Hotel in Tehran. The meeting, centered on the role of youth in the social development of societies, the expansion of intercultural cooperation, and the development of scientific and economic interactions, marked a significant milestone in enhancing public diplomacy between Iran and Tajikistan.