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The 75th anniversary of the Geneva Conventions was commemorated by the ICRC office in Iran, highlighting the significance of international humanitarian law (IHL) in protecting human rights during armed conflicts. Key figures, including Iranian officials and ICRC representatives, reflected on the conventions’ achievements and challenges since their adoption in 1949. Discussions focused on the importance of adherence to the conventions, the prohibition of war crimes, and cooperation between the ICRC and the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) in areas like rehabilitation and family reunification. The event emphasized the need for continued commitment to IHL to safeguard individuals in conflict zones.
The National Council of the Elderly in Iran has approved 18 strategic plans to enhance the quality of life for the country’s growing elderly population, currently around 9.8 million. Key initiatives include developing age-friendly communities, supporting caregivers, and improving elderly rights and welfare programs. With projections indicating that one-third of Iranians will be 60 or older by 2050, the plans aim to address health, social empowerment, and care services for seniors. The demographic shift, driven by declining birth rates and increased life expectancy, highlights the urgent need for comprehensive planning to support the aging population.
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The International Day of Zero Waste, celebrated on March 30, promotes initiatives aligned with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, focusing on various waste forms, including food and electronic waste. This year’s theme, “Towards zero waste in fashion and textiles,” highlights the urgent need for sustainable practices in the rapidly growing textile industry, which generates 92 million tonnes of waste annually. Key actions for consumers include reusing, repairing, and recycling clothing, while businesses should prioritize durable, repairable, and recyclable products. Governments are urged to enforce regulations and invest in sustainable practices to facilitate a transition toward a circular economy.
Afghan refugees are returning from Iran in large numbers, with an average of 4,300 daily returns reported between September 11 and 17, 2025, a decrease from 7,400 the previous week. Since March 20, over 1.79 million Afghans have returned, contributing to a total of more than 2 million returns this year. Notably, 1.24 million returns were classified as deportations, with July 2025 seeing record figures. A recent meeting in Tehran emphasized Iran’s humanitarian role and criticized the international community’s inadequate response. The Solutions Strategy for Afghan Refugees aims to improve regional cooperation in managing this ongoing crisis.
Iran and Iraq are enhancing educational cooperation to strengthen ties, highlighted by discussions between Iran’s Deputy Minister of Education, Hamid-Reza Sheikholeslam, and Iraq’s Minister of Education, Ibrahim Namis Yassin, in Qom. Key issues addressed include improving access to education for Iraqi citizens in Iran and establishing joint working groups. A subsequent meeting in Tehran explored collaborations among universities, focusing on electronic research and e-learning solutions. Over 20 Iraqi professors participated, emphasizing Iran’s educational advancements since the 1979 revolution. An action plan signed during the Iran-Iraq Science Week aims to increase scholarships and encourage academic exchanges, benefiting both nations’ educational landscapes.