Friday is the last day of the week in Iran, making it a natural day to reflect on the major political, economic, and social events that have shaped the country over the past seven days. This weekly roundup provides a concise overview of the key trends that have defined Iran’s domestic situation and regional and international engagements.
The following sections are concise, sourced, and balanced to help you understand what has happened in and around Tehran over the past seven days.
Iran and Saudi Arabia sign agreement on Hajj in 2026
Tehran and Riyadh signed a new agreement outlining arrangements for Iran’s participation in the 2026 Hajj, marking continued coordination between the two countries after diplomatic relations are restored.
IAEA unable to trace Iran’s enriched uranium
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has claimed that it has not been able to confirm the status of Iran’s highly enriched uranium stockpile since the United States and Israel attacked Iran’s nuclear facilities during the 12-day war in June.
Iranian women’s volleyball wins bronze medal at 2025 ISG
Iran’s women’s volleyball team won the bronze medal at the 2025 Islamic Solidarity Games (ISG) on Thursday.
Iranian-Russian “Colors of Friendship” art exhibition opens in Tehran
The ongoing “Colors of Friendship” exhibition in Tehran features over 100 paintings selected by young Iranian and Russian artists, showcasing the cultural visions of both countries through art.
Iran dismantles spy network linked to US and Israel
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) intelligence agency has dismantled a spy network linked to the CIA and Mossad.
Special envoys from Russia, China and Iran meet with IAEA chief
The Vienna-based international organization’s special envoys from Russia, China and Iran met with International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director-General Rafael Grossi ahead of the IAEA Board of Governors meeting.
Iran says US is sending contradictory messages on nuclear talks
Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh said, “The US government is sending contradictory messages through third parties regarding the nuclear negotiations.”
Zanjan holds Iran-Turkey trade and investment exhibition
The Director of Industry, Mines and Trade of Zanjan Province announced that the Iran-Turkey International Trade and Investment Exhibition will be held in Zanjan Province later this year.
Iran’s Abdullah makes history with swimming gold medal at ISG
Iranian swimmer Amirhossein Abdulli made history on Sunday night by winning Iran’s first gold medal in swimming at the Islamic Solidarity Games.
Iran issues tourist card to strengthen safety for foreign tourists
Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts has announced that a new “Tourist Card” system, now operational at airports, will enhance the safety of foreign tourists and facilitate currency exchange and payments.
Revolutionary Guards intelligence agency dismantles Mossad-linked hacking network
The Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) intelligence agency has announced the arrest of the leader of a hacking group known as “Backdoor” in a major counterintelligence operation.
Iran to launch multiple satellites in coming months
The head of Iran’s Space Agency announced that the Zafar, Paya and Kousar satellites have completed their technical stages and are scheduled to be launched in the coming months.
MNA