The Tehran Times has reported on two distinct developments within Iran. In the realm of international sports, the match-ups for the beach volleyball tournament at the 2026 Youth Olympic Games (YOG) in Dakar have been finalized, with Iranian teams preparing for the competition.

In a separate archaeological development, researchers in southwestern Iran have documented the remains of a previously unknown village. The site is located within the Dasht-e Barm forest area of Kazerun county, Fars province. Experts believe the settlement dates back to the Safavid era, a period spanning from 1501 to 1736, which is often considered a high point of Iranian art and architecture. While the report confirms the discovery and general location of the ruins, it does not provide specific details regarding the size of the village or the current state of preservation of the structures found.