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.

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.

China opposes Israel's recognition of Somaliland: FM spox

TEHRAN, Dec. 29 (MNA) – China has firmly opposed Israel's formal recognition of Somaliland as an "independent sovereign state" and its agreement to "establish diplomatic relations" with it, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said on Monday.

Saudi Arabia slams Israeli recognition of Somaliland

TEHRAN, Dec. 29 (MNA) – A Saudi Arabian official strongly condemned the illegal and controversial move taken by the Israeli regime in recognition of Somaliland.

Somaliland not recognized by any country: FM Spox.

TEHRAN, Dec. 29 (MNA) – Iran’s Foreign Ministry dismissed Israel’s recognition of Somaliland as “meaningless,” warning it serves to destabilize the Horn of Africa and undermine regional unity.

Yemen warns of military action against Israelis in Somaliland

TEHRAN, Dec. 29 (MNA) – The leader of Yemen's Ansarullah resistance movement has said that any Israeli presence in Somaliland will be considered a military target, as it constitutes aggression against Somalia and Yemen.

Somalia demands Israel withdraw Somaliland recognition

TEHRAN, Dec. 28 (MNA) – Somalia has demanded Israel reverse its recognition of the breakaway region of Somaliland, condemning the move as an act of “aggression that will never be tolerated”.

Iran denounces Israeli violation of Somalia’s sovereignty

TEHRAN, Dec. 27 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman has condemned the move taken by the Zionist regime in violating the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Somalia.

US attacks ISIL positions in Northwest Nigeria, Trump says

TEHRAN, Dec. 26 (MNA) – The US has carried out an air strike against ISIL fighters in northwest Nigeria, US ⁠President Donald Trump said.

At least 5 killed, 35 injured in explosion in Nigerian mosque

TEHRAN, Dec. 25 (MNA) – At least five people were killed and 35 injured on Wednesday in a bomb explosion at a mosque during evening prayers in Nigeria's northeastern Borno state, police spokesperson ASP Nahum Daso Kenneth said.

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 condoles Libya over death of army Cmdr. in plane crash

TEHRAN, Dec. 24 (MNA) – Iran has offered condolences to Libya following the death of the Libyan army chief of staff in a plane crash near Ankara, Turkey.

Libya mourns after army chief dies in plane crash in Turkey

TEHRAN, Dec. 23 (MNA) – Libya has declared three days of national mourning after the death of Mohammed Ali Ahmed al-Haddad and four top military officials in a plane crash near Ankara.

At least 5 people on board when plane crashed near Ankara

TEHRAN, Dec. 23 (MNA) – Five people were on board the Falcon 50 aircraft, contact with which was lost after takeoff from Ankara airport, Turkish Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya announced.

Iran, Egypt FMs hold call on ties, regional, intl. issues

TEHRAN, Dec. 23 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held a telephone conversation with his Egyptian counterpart Badr Abdelatty on Tuesday to discuss bilateral ties and issues of the mutual interest.

UN Security Council to hold meeting on Iran nuclear deal

TEHRAN, Dec. 23 (MNA) – The United Nations Security Council is set to hold a meeting on Tuesday to discuss the implementation of the Iran nuclear agreement, according to media reports.

9 killed, 10 injured in a shooting in South Africa

TEHRAN, Dec. 21 (MNA) – Nine people have died and at least 10 others were wounded after a group of gunmen carried out a shooting at a South African pub during the early hours of Sunday, authorities said.

Army Navy chief commander:

Iran Navy dispatches task groups to South Africa: commander

TEHRAN, Dec. 21 (MNA) – Iran’s Navy commander praised the country’s “expanding maritime presence” beyond the region, announcing that the Navy’s 103rd and 104th task groups have set sail on overseas missions and are currently en route to South Africa.

US, Egypt, Qatar, Turkey urge restraint in Gaza

TEHRAN, Dec. 21 (MNA) – The United States, Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey have urged the parties to the Gaza ceasefire to honour their commitments and show restraint, the chief US envoy said after talks in the US city of Miami.

Guterres condemns killing of UN staff member in South Sudan

TEHRAN, Dec. 20 (MNA) – The UN chief on Friday strongly condemned the killing of a South Sudanese staff member working with the UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), calling on authorities to swiftly bring those responsible to justice.

UNGA reaffirms Palestinians’ right to self-determination

TEHRAN, Dec. 16 (MNA) – The UN General Assembly (UNGA) on Monday overwhelmingly adopted a draft resolution reaffirming the Palestinian people's right to self-determination, including the right to an independent State of Palestine.

Kazem Jalali:

Iran, Uganda emphasize expanding trade, agri. coop.

TEHRAN, Dec. 16 (MNA) – Officials from Iran and Uganda stressed the need to develop and expand cooperation in the trade and agricultural fields.

Suicide bomber kills five soldiers in northeast Nigeria

TEHRAN, Dec. 16 (MNA) – An attacker targeted a military position in Firgi near the town of Pulka in Borno state on Sunday.

IAEA chief, Egyptian FM discuss Iran’s nuclear program

TEHRAN, Dec. 16 (MNA) – Director-General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Rafael Grossi and Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty held a telephone conversation on Tuesday to discuss Iran’s nuclear file.

Flash floods kill 21 in Moroccan Coastal Town

MINSK, Dec. 15 (MNA) – Flash-flooding caused by sudden, heavy rain killed at least 21 people in the Moroccan coastal town of Safi on Sunday, local authorities said.

Ethiopian delegation visits Iran defense achievements fair

TEHRAN, Dec. 14 (MNA) – The Ethiopian parliamentary delegation paid a visit to the exhibition of Iran’s defense industry achievements on Sunday.

UN chief condemns ‘horrific’ drone attack in Sudan

TEHRAN, Dec. 14 (MNA) – A drone attack has hit a United Nations facility in war-torn Sudan, killing six peacekeepers, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said.