Iran plans to open five new museums dedicated to the 1980–1988 Iran-Iraq War, known domestically as the “sacred defense,” by late this year or by May 2026 at the latest, an official said on Saturday.

The robotics and earth science teams of Iran have won different awards at the Federation of International RoboSports Association (FIRA) and the International Earth Science Olympiad (IESO) competitions, which were held in South Korea and China, respectively.

The new mural in Palestine Square in Tehran, featuring an image from an anti-Israeli painting by Australian artist Scott Marsh, has been unveiled, which highlights the plight of Palestinians and unveils the true face of Zionism.

The "World! Look at the Children" campaign has been officially launched, inviting children and adolescents in Iran and around the world to participate by creating paper cranes in support of the oppressed children of Palestine. They can share videos of their efforts across social media platforms as a gesture of solidarity.

After touring nine cities worldwide and garnering numerous awards, the Titovak Theater Troupe from Iran is set to perform its acclaimed production “Macbeth of Zar” at Tehran’s Homa Theater Hall.

The National Arts Festival is now accepting applications for the Curated Programme, which will be staged at the 52nd National Arts Festival in Makhanda from 25 June to 5 July 2026.

Independent Media, one of the largest media houses in Southern Africa, joins as a key editorial partner, ensuring The Music Imbizo 2025 receives strong national exposure across digital, print, and broadcast platforms. Their coverage will include speaker features, opinion pieces, and real-time updates throughout the event.

Esteghlal football club completed the signing of Spanish goalkeeper Antonio Adan on Wednesday.

The Ashura-themed art exhibition titled "Tall Heights of History," featuring ten short narratives in the form of paintings and miniatures, was inaugurated at the Art Bureau of the Islamic Ideology Dissemination Organization in Tehran on Tuesday.