Gaza death toll surpasses 72k since Oct. 07: Health ministry

TEHRAN, Feb. 07 (MNA) – The Palestinian Ministry of Health in the Gaza Strip has said that the Israeli army has killed 72,027 Palestinian people in the enclave since the outbreak of war between Israel and Hamas on October 97, 2023.

Explosion reported near US diplomatic facility in Iraq

TEHRAN, Feb. 07 (MNA) – The US Embassy in Iraq says a controlled explosion occurred at one of its diplomatic facilities in Baghdad, without providing details on damage or casualties.

Continuation of talks after consultations with capitals: FM

TEHRAN, Feb. 06 (MNA) – The Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, who headed Iranian delegation in the nuclear talks with US in Muscat on Friday said that the talks were a good beginning, adding that the continuation of them depends on capitals.

Russia welcomes US-Iran talks in Oman

TEHRAN, Feb. 06 (MNA) – The Kremlin wants the talks between Tehran and Washington on the Iranian nuclear issue to be productive and lead to de-escalation, Russian Presidential Spokesman Dmitry Peskov told the media.

Oman's foreign ministry issues statement on Iran-US talks

TEHRAN, Feb. 06 (MNA) – The Foreign Ministry of the Sultanate of Oman issued a statement on Friday after the first round of indirect nuclear talks between Tehran and Washington in Muscat.

China defends Iran's nuclear rights in meeting with dep. FM

TEHRAN, Feb. 05 (MNA) – In a meeting with Kazem Gharibabadi, Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs, a senior Chinese diplomat expressed his country's support for Iran's right to have a peaceful nuclear program.

Pezeshkian appoints Shamkhani as secretary of Defense Council

TEHRAN, Feb. 05 (MNA) – President Masoud Pezeshkian appointed Rear Admiral Ali Shamkhani, the former long-time Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council (SNSC), as the Secretary of the Defense Council.

Over fuel smuggling;

Iran seizes two vessels in Persian Gulf

TEHRAN, Feb. 05 (MNA) – Iran has seized two fuel-smuggling vessels near Farsi Island in the Persian Gulf, uncovering more than one million liters of smuggled fuel.

Araghchi says nuclear talks with US slated for Friday in Oman

TEHRAN, Feb. 04 (MNA) – The Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says that the Iran-US talks on the nuclear issue are scheduled for Friday in Muscat, Oman.

Top Iranian general:

Iran's deterrence power has increased since 12-day war

TEHRAN, Feb. 04 (MNA) – Major General Seyed Abdolrahim Mousavi, Chief of Staff of Iran’s Armed Forces, says that "through upgrading ballistic missiles in all technical aspects, Iran has been able to strengthen its deterrence power."

Iran, Qatar FMs discuss efforts to de-escalate tensions

TEHRAN, Feb. 04 (MNA) – The Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran discussed efforts to de-escalate tensions in the region in a phone call with his Qatari counterpart.

Iran, Saudi Arabia FMs discuss latest regional developments

TEHRAN, Feb. 04 (MNA) – The Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran held a telephone conversation with his Saudi counterpart, Faisal bin Farhan, on Monday afternoon to discuss the latest regional developments.

Massive celebration of Mid-Shab'an Eid held in Tehran

TEHRAN, Feb. 04 (MNA) – The people of Tehran celebrated the Mid-Shab'an Eid, marking the birth anniversary of Imam Zaman (may God hasten his glad advent), at iconic Valiasr Square in downtown the capital on Wednesday.

Araghchi holds phone call with regional counterpart

TEHRAN, Feb. 03 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has held talks with his counterparts from Kuwait, Turkey, and Oman in continuation of his consultations on Tuesday.

Iran FM issues statement after summoning of EU ambassadors

TEHRAN, Feb. 03 (MNA) – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a statement after its summoning of the EU ambassadors in Tehran over the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC)'s blacklisting by the bloc's members.

Iran, US reportedly to resume nuclear talks in Turkey

TEHRAN, Feb. 03 (MNA) – Iran and the United States are reportedly set to hold a high-level nuclear meeting in Istanbul this Friday, hosted by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

Nuclear chief:

Iran to unveil 20 new nuclear achievements in coming days

TEHRAN, Feb. 03 (MNA) – The head of Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization announced plans to showcase more than 20 new nuclear achievements in the coming days.

Iran open to diplomacy based on mutual respect: FM Araghchi

TEHRAN, Feb. 02 (MNA) – Iran has never abandoned diplomacy and remains ready to engage in diplomatic efforts aimed at safeguarding the rights and interests of the Iranian people, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said.

Senior Iranian official:

Transferring enriched uranium out of potential talks agenda

TEHRAN, Feb. 02 (MNA) – Transferring enriched nuclear stockpiles to any country at any potential talks with Washington is totally out of agenda, according to Ali Bagheri, deputy secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC).

Top general warns;

Any aggression would put US, its allies at serious risk

TEHRAN, Feb. 02 (MNA) – Iran’s Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces has warned that any mistake by adversaries could trigger a regional escalation, saying such an outcome would leave the United States and its allies exposed to serious security risks.

Araghchi warns war with Iran would spread

TEHRAN, Feb. 01 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said that the Islamic Republic of Iran is not concerned about war as it is fully prepared for it, adding that the conflict would likely spiral beyond Iran.

Iran denounces Israeli attacks on various areas of Lebanon

TEHRAN, Feb. 01 (MNA) – The Iranian foreign ministry spokesman has strongly condemned Israeli airstrikes on various regions in Lebanon, stressing the need to fulfill duties assigned to the UN Security Council to immediately stop Israeli aggression.

IRGC Navy commander Tangsiri:

Iranian nation to continue to thwart enemy's plots resolutely

TEHRAN, Feb. 01 (MNA) – The Commander of the IRGC Navy Admiral Alireza Tangsiri has congratulated the anniversary of the victory of the Islamic Revolution, saying that the Iranian nation will continue to resist the enemies like a fortress.