Ghalibaf congratulates new Iraqi parliament speaker

TEHRAN, Dec. 31 (MNA) – Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has congratulated the newly elected Iraqi counterpart Haibat al-Halbousi in a message on Wednesday.

Somali FM expresses gratitude to Iran for its stance

TEHRAN, Dec. 31 (MNA) – The Somali Ministry of Foreign Affairs has said it is grateful for Iran's positions in condemning the Zionist regime's move against the country's sovereignty and territorial integrity by recognizing Somaliland.

UN envoy:

Iran to defend itself decisively in face of any aggression

TEHRAN, Dec. 31 (MNA) – Iranian Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the UN slammed the US President Donald Trump’s new threats, reaffirming that Tehran would defend itself decisively in the face of any renewed aggression.

Israel violates Syrian sovereignty in Quneitra countryside

TEHRAN, Dec. 31 (MNA) – Israeli regime forces have carried out a new incursion into the southern countryside of Quneitra in southern Syria, according to Syrian media.

Netanyahu claims;

Iran starts restoring production of ballistic missiles

TEHRAN, Dec. 31 (MNA) – Israeli regime's prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed that Iran is currently restoring its production of ballistic missiles.

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.

Iran warns against US threats, reaffirms full preparedness

TEHRAN, Dec. 31 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has warned that the Islamic Republic of Iran will not hesitate to deliver a decisive and regret-inducing response to any act of aggression, citing recent threats made by Donald Trump.

Tehran slams Netanyahu’s decades of anti-Iran nuclear rhetoric

TEHRAN, Dec. 31 (MNA) – Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei has reacted to a CNN video compilation highlighting decades of repeated claims by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu regarding Iran’s nuclear program.

Three powerful explosions heard in Lebanon

TEHRAN, Dec. 31 (MNA) – Media sources report that three explosions were heard near a newly established Israeli military base in southern Lebanon.

UAE announces end to its military presence in Yemen

TEHRAN, Dec. 30 (MNA) – The United Arab Emirates (UAE) announced an end to its military presence in Yemen on Tuesday amid rising tensions in the country’s south.

HTS imposes night curfew in Latakia after protests

TEHRAN, Dec. 30 (MNA) – Syrian HTS-led authorities have imposed an overnight curfew in the port city of Latakia after attacks in predominantly Alawite neighborhoods yesterday.

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.

Pres. Pezeshkian:

Iran to give harsh, remorseful response to any aggression

TEHRAN, Dec. 30 (MNA) – President Masoud Pezeshkian has reacted to the Zionist Israeli regime and the United States leaders' lastest comments, saying that the Islamic Republic of Iran's response to any aggression will be harsh and regrettable.

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).

Saudi-backed forces order UAE to withdraw from Yemen soil

TEHRAN, Dec. 30 (MNA) – Saudi-backed Yemeni administration headed by Rashad al-Alimi issued a decree ordering the United Arab Emirates to withdraw all its military forces from Yemen, cancelling the joint defense agreement.

Velayati says,

Israel, allies miscalculated Iran's capabilities

TEHRAN, Dec. 30 (MNA) – Ali Akbar Velayati, senior Advisor to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, says that the Israeli regime and its allies had miscalculated Iran’s social cohesion and military capabilities during the 12-day war.

Major General Abdollahi:

Israel hides real casualties it suffered at war with Iran

TEHRAN, Dec. 30 (MNA) – The commander of Iran’s Khatam al-Anbia Central Headquarters says Israeli regime suffered heavy and crushing blow from Iranian armed forces during the 12-day war but it [Israel] censors its casualties.

Report;

Over $2 billion in Iran’s frozen assets released

TEHRAN, Dec. 30 (MNA) –An informed source says more than $2 billion in Iran’s frozen assets have been released in a neighboring country.

UNSC members condemn Israel's recognition of Somaliland

TEHRAN, Dec. 30 (MNA) – The majority of United Nations Security Council member states have condemned Israel's recognition of the breakaway region of Somaliland in the Horn of Africa.

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.

Shamkhani warns;

Any aggression against Iran to face immediate response

TEHRAN, Dec. 30 (MNA) – Ali Shamkhani has warned that any aggression against Iran would be met with a swift and decisive response, emphasizing the country’s independent defensive capabilities.

Trump says US ready for dialogue with Iran

TEHRAN, Dec. 30 (MNA) – Washington is ready to engage in dialogue with Tehran but the option of using force remains on the table, US President Donald Trump claimed.

Gaza, Iran top agenda as Trump meets Netanyahu in Florida

TEHRAN, Dec. 30 (MNA) – Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu met in Florida to discuss key regional files, with Gaza and Iran at the top of the agenda.

Iran, Oman FMs hold call to discuss ties, region

TEHRAN, Dec. 29 (MNA) – The foreign ministers of Iran and Oman held a phone conversation on Monday to discuss bilateral relations as well as regional and international issues.

Netanyahu meets US top diplomat Rubio in Florida

TEHRAN, Dec. 29 (MNA) – Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has held a meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on his visit to the United States before he meets with President Donald Trump.

Qassam confirms its spox martyrdom, introduces replacement

TEHRAN, Dec. 29 (MNA) – Hamas military wing al-Qassam Brigades confirms the martyrdom of its spokesman Abu Obaida and has replaced him with a new spokesman.

Gaza death toll reaches 71,266 since Oct. 07

TEHRAN, Dec. 29 (MNA) – The Palestinian Ministry of Health in the Gaza Strip has said that Israeli forces have killed 71,266 Palestinian people in the enclave since the outbreak of war between Hamas and Israel on October 07, 2023.

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.