Iran, Russia move to deepen energy cooperation

TEHRAN, Dec. 31 (MNA) – Iran and Russia have underscored the importance of implementing strategic memorandums of understanding during a joint energy working group meeting aimed at reviewing bilateral cooperation in the energy sector.

Russia reacts to renewed US, Israeli threats against Iran

TEHRAN, Dec. 31 (MNA) – Russian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Maria Zakharova has reacted to the recent threats made by the US President and Israeli regime's prime minister against Iran.

2 tankers collide in Sea of Marmara near Istanbul

TEHRAN, Dec. 30 (MNA) – Two oil tankers sent distress signals in the Sea of Marmara near Istanbul on Tuesday.

Iran’s outgoing envoy meets Georgian president

TEHRAN, Dec. 30 (MNA) – Iranian Ambassador to Georgia Mahmoud Adib met and held talks with President of Georgia Mikheil Kavelashvili in Tbilisi on Tuesday at the end of his mission.

Pezeshkian, Putin stress implementing bilateral agreements

TEHRAN, Dec. 30 (MNA) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin held a telephone conversation on Tuesday, emphasizing the need for implementing joint bilateral agreement inked previously between the two states.

Russia urges restraint as Trump warns Iran of possible attack

TEHRAN, Dec. 30 (MNA) – The Kremlin on Tuesday said it was ​necessary to develop a dialogue with Iran and urged all parties to refrain from escalation after ‌US President ‌Donald Trump ‌said ⁠Washington ​would ‌support another massive strike on Iran.

Iran exports $100m irrigational equipment in 8 mos: official

TEHRAN, Dec. 30 (MNA) – An official at Iran’s Ministry of Agriculture has said the country exported $100 million worth of irrigation parts and equipment to the target countries in the first eight months of the current Iranian calendar year (Mar. 21).

Pakistan condemns 'attack' on Russian president's residence

TEHRAN, Dec. 30 (MNA) – Pakistan has strongly condemned the reported targeting of the residence of Russian President, Vladimir Putin’s residence, describing the incident as a grave threat to peace, security and stability.

Zelensky will have to hide for rest of life: Medvedev

TEHRAN, Dec. 30 (MNA) – Vladimir Zelensky will have to hide for the rest of his life following Ukraine's drone attack on Russian President Vladimir Putin’s residence, Russian Security Council Deputy Chairman Dmitry Medvedev said.

Israel recognition of Somaliland against Somalia sovereignty

TEHRAN, Dec. 30 (MNA) – Moscow is deeply concerned about Israel’s decision to recognize Somaliland as it goes against Somalia's sovereignty, a Russian diplomat has said.

Kiev to face retaliation for terrorist actions

TEHRAN, Dec. 30 (MNA) – Kiev will face retaliation for its terrorist actions, Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said.

Ukraine attacked Putin's residence with 91 drones: Lavrov

TEHRAN, Dec. 29 (MNA) – Ukraine attempted to attack Russian President Vladimir Putin’s state residence in the Novgorod region, using 91 drones, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said.

Iran, Turkey annual trade value hits $7b in H1

TEHRAN, Dec. 29 (MNA) – The annual trade exchanged between Iran and Turkey in the first six months of the current Iranian calendar year (started March 21, 2025) reached $7 billion.

Russia, US hold keys to resolving Ukraine conflict: Senator

TEHRAN, Dec. 29 (MNA) – The keys to resolving the Ukrainian crisis following negotiations between US President Donald Trump and Vladimir Zelensky lie with Moscow and Washington, while some European politicians will continue to "mess things up".

Israel, Cyprus, Greece ink military cooperation agreement

TEHRAN, Dec. 29 (MNA) – A spokesman of the Zionist regime’s army has revealed that a military cooperation agreement has been signed between Israel, Cyprus and Greece.

Trump describes talks with Putin, Zelensky excellent

TEHRAN, Dec. 29 (MNA) – US President Donald Trump described his meeting with Ukraine’s Vladimir Zelensky in Florida and a phone call earlier on Sunday with his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, as excellent.

Iran puts 3 new remote-sensing satellites into orbit

TEHRAN, Dec. 28 (MNA) – Iran put three new remote-sensing satellites into orbit simultaneously, using a Russian launch pad on Sunday.

Lavrov:

Iran exercises maximum restraint in view of provocations

TEHRAN, Dec. 28 (MNA) – Iran shows maximum restraint and demonstrates openness to dialogue in response to all the West’s provocations, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says.

Russia still stands for establishment of Palestinian State

TEHRAN, Dec. 28 (MNA) – Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says that Moscow still supports the establishment of a Palestinian State.

Zelenskyy to hold talks with European leaders amid new attack

TEHRAN, Dec. 27 (MNA) – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will hold talks with the European leaders on Saturday amid fresh strikes on Kiev.

Russia bombards Kyiv ahead of Zelensky-Trump talks

TEHRAN, Dec. 27 (MNA) – Russia launched missile and drone attacks on Kyiv and other parts of Ukraine on Saturday, just ahead of what President Volodymyr Zelensky described as a crucial meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump.

Iran’s policy in Caucasus is to maintain peace, stability

TEHRAN, Dec. 26 (MNA) – Iranian Ambassador to Georgia Mahmoud Adib has said that his country's policy in the Caucasus region is to maintain peace and ensure respect the territorial integrity of the other states.

Iran to host joint training camp of sitting volleyball

TEHRAN, Dec. 26 (MNA) – A joint training camp of national sitting volleyball teams of Iran, Kazakhstan, and Russia will be held in Iran’s northeastern city of Mashhad, the head of Iran's Sports Federation for the Disabled announced.

Armenia calls for strategic partnership agreement with Iran

TEHRAN, Dec. 25 (MNA) – The prime minister of Armenia has announced his country’s willingness to sign a strategic partnership agreement with Iran, emphasizing the strong relations between the two neighboring nations.

Ukraine claims fresh hit on Russian energy infrastructure

TEHRAN, Dec. 25 (MNA) – Ukraine said its drones struck the largest Russian gas processing plant in the Orenburg region, which also processes gas from Kazakhstan’s Karachaganak oil and gas condensate field.

12th Andrei Stenin Intl. Press Photo Contest opens in Moscow

TEHRAN, Dec. 24 (MNA) – The annual contest held in memory of Andrei Stenin opened in the Russian capital of Moscow on December 22, The contest aims to identify emerging photojournalism talents and support the younger generation in the field.

Iran’s exports to Eurasia hit $1.2b in 7 months: TPOI

TEHRAN, Dec. 24 (MNA) – An official at Trade Promotion Organization of Iran (TPOI) says the country exported $1.2 billion worth of goods to the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) member states in the 1st seven months of the current Iranian calendar year.

Zelensky reveals revised 20-point US plan to end Russian war

TEHRAN, Dec. 24 (MNA) – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has revealed details of the latest US-led plan to end the war in Ukraine, saying it had been agreed between negotiators from Kyiv and Washington and sent to Moscow for feedback.