Trump admits to serious ammunition shortages in US army

TEHRAN, Aug. 07 (MNA) –US President Donald Trump has conceded that the ongoing war of aggression against Iran is set to end “pretty soon,” while admitting to serious shortages in US weapons shortages.

Israeli army deliberately killed Lebanese journalist "Khalil"

TEHRAN, Aug. 06 (MNA) – A joint investigation has concluded that the Israeli military deliberately targeted and killed Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil in southern Lebanon, subsequently orchestrating a hours-long obstruction of rescue efforts.

China puts 2 AI-powered satellites into orbit

TEHRAN, Aug. 06 (MNA) – Chinese rocket launched from waters off eastern China's Shandong province placed two artificial intelligence-powered satellites into orbits, state-run media reported Thursday.

Iran, Iraq emphasize broadening scientific-cultural coop.

TEHRAN, Aug. 06 (MNA) – Iran’s Minister of Science, Research and Technology Hossein Simaei and Head of Iraq’s Bayt al-Hikma Naim al-Aboudi have discussed ways to expand scientific, academic, research, and cultural cooperation between the two nations.

WHO chief:

World’s fastest-growing Ebola outbreak is spreading faster

TEHRAN, Aug. 06 (MNA) – The head of the World Health Organization said on Wednesday during a visit to Congo that outbreak of Ebola is outpacing response as aid workers strike over pay.

Eight armed operatives arrested in SE Iran: IRGC Ground Force

TEHRAN, Aug. 06 (MNA) –Eight armed outlaws and individuals linked to terrorist groups have been arrested in Iran’s southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan during a series of special operations, the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) said.

Iran’s industry min. meets with Pakistani PM in Islamabad

TEHRAN, Aug. 06 (MNA) – Minister of Industry, Mine and Trade Mohammad Atabak met and held talks with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad late on Wednesday following the conclusion of 10th Iran-Pakistan Joint Trade Committee meeting.

Trump grows increasingly disappointed over Iran's retaliation

TEHRAN, Aug. 06 (MNA) – US President Donald Trump has grown increasingly frustrated with the consistent failure of country’s war machine in the face of Iran’s retaliation and confronted Secretary of War Pete Hegseth over shortages of key munitions.

Iran dep. FM:

Reopening of Hormuz needs US cessation of its violations

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi says that the Iranian-Omani agreement will not reopen Hormuz Strait, stressing that reopening of the waterway requires the United States to meet certain conditions.

At least 2 invading Israeli soldiers killed in Lebanon blast

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – Two Israeli soldiers were killed and several others were injured by an explosion in southern Lebanon, local media reported.

President Pezeshkian:

Iranian people's resilience, resolve foiled enemy's plots

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian delivered a televised address to the nation on Wednesday.

Iran-Oman talks on Hormuz in drafting stage: Baghaei

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman said Wednesday afternoon that talks between Tehran and Muscat on establishing a safe route for commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz have entered the final stage.

Loud explosion reported near ship off Yemen raises alarm

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – A vessel off the coast of Yemen reported a loud explosion nearby, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations centre (UKMTO).

US Treasury lifts some sanctions on Iraqi airliner

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – The US Treasury Department has removed sanctions imposed on the Iraqi airline Fly Baghdad and two aircraft affiliated with the company.

Iran, Italy FMs hold phone call on regional developments

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani spoke by phone with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi on Wednesday.

Russian drone factory director badly injured in car explosion

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – The director of a factory supplying drones to the Russian military was badly wounded when his car exploded, news reports said Wednesday.

Palestine “foremost issue of Islamic world”: Pres. Pezeshkian

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – Emphasizing that Palestine is the first issue of the Islamic World, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that Palestinian issue has still maintained its central position in foreign policy of the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Death toll in Israel’s genocidal war on Gaza reaches 73,381

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – The Health Ministry in Gaza says two Palestinians have been killed and one person wounded in Israeli attacks across the Strip over the latest 24-hour reporting period.

Senior lawmaker warns US to soon be expelled from region

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – The chairman of the Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Committee has warned Americans that they will soon be expelled from the region and from the countries that are hosting US bases.

Israel burns over 120-ha olive groves in southern Lebanon

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – The occupying regime of Israel burnt more than 120 hectares of centuries-old olive groves in southern Lebanon.

Iran, Pakistan emphasize strengthening trade, economic coop.

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – Officials from Iran and Pakistan have stressed the need to enhance cooperation in the fields of trade and economy, stressing the need to eliminate trade barriers in order to boost the level of bilateral trade ties.

FM Araghchi meets Iraqi officials during Arbaeen pilgrimage

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – Iranian foreign minister held meetings with senior Iraqi officials on the sidelines of the Arbaeen pilgrimage in Karbala, with discussions focusing on facilitating the movement of pilgrims and strengthening mutual cooperation.

Yemen strikes Saudi oil tanker in Red Sea

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – Yemen's Armed Forces announced on Wednesday they had targeted the Saudi oil tanker Wafa off Yanbu in the northern Red Sea with several ballistic missiles.

Leader’s office dismisses claim regarding Pezeshkian's letter

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – The Office of Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei has denied a claim circulating on social media about the Leader’s alleged reaction to a letter penned by Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian.

Riyadh stresses need to reduce tension with Iran via dialogue

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – Saudi ministers have emphasized the need to reduce tensions with the Islamic Republic of Iran through dialogue in their meeting with the crown price of the country.

Israeli forces raid Qalandiya camp in occupied West Bank

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – Israeli forces have raided the Qalandiya refugee camp, north of occupied al-Quds, arresting several people and “severely assaulting” a journalist.

Informed source:

US interference delaying Iran-Oman deal on Strait of Hormuz

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – An informed source said US interference and threats by US President Donald Trump are the main reasons behind the delay in reaching an agreement between Iran and Oman regarding the Strait of Hormuz.