Brazil’s Lula undergoes brain surgery, stable in ICU

TEHRAN, Dec. 10 (MNA) – Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva underwent surgery in Sao Paulo to drain a bleed on his brain linked to a fall at home in October, a medical note published by the government said on Tuesday.

Haiti gang massacres at least 110 people in Cite Soleil

TEHRAN, Dec. 09 (MNA) – At least 110 people were killed over the weekend in Haiti's Cite Soleil slum when a gang leader targeted elderly people he suspected of causing his child's illness through witchcraft.

In Colombia;

12 injured, several children missing after dam bursts

TEHRAN, Dec. 07 (MNA) – At least a dozen people were injured and several children missing after a dam burst in the rural southwest Colombian department of Cauca early Friday, the Colombian Civil Defense reported.

Oil min.:

Iran does not use gas as tool for political purposes

TEHRAN, Dec. 07 (MNA) – Despite facing domestic restrictions and unilateral US sanctions, Iran has always been committed to exporting gas to Turkey and Iraq and has never taken political advantage of this privilege, the Iranian oil minister stated.

Venezuelan President expresses support for Syrian counterpart

TEHRAN, Dec. 02 (MNA) – President of Venezuela Nicolas Maduro expressed his government's support to the Syrian government and nation in a phone call with the Syrian Arab Republic President Bashar Assad on Monday.

8 dead in a mass shooting in a cartel-plagued town in Mexico

TEHRAN, Dec. 02 (MNA) –Eight people are dead and two others are wounded after gunmen pulled up to a roadside stand in north-central Mexico and opened fire on customers and bystanders, authorities reported Sunday.

Ten dead in mass shooting in rural area of Ecuador: Police

TEHRAN, Dec. 01 (MNA) – Ten people were killed early Sunday in a mass shooting in a rural area of Ecuador that is under a state of emergency, police said.

Bolivia reiterates strong commitment to Palestine solidarity

TEHRAN, Dec. 01 (MNA) – Bolivian President Luis Arce has reaffirmed his country’s steadfast support for the Palestinian cause in a statement commemorating the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People.

Maduro:

Liberating Palestine most important battle facing humanity

TEHRAN, Nov. 30 (MNA) – Venezuelan president  Nicolas Maduro says the “liberation” of Palestine is the “most important” battle facing humanity.

Pakistan expects to become BRICS partner soon

TEHRAN, Nov. 28 (MNA) – Pakistan expects to join the list of BRICS partner nations soon, Speaker of the National Assembly of Pakistan Sardar Ayaz Sadiq has said.

Iran steel output grows 0.6% in first 10 months of 2024: WSA

TEHRAN, Nov. 26 (MNA) – Iran's crude steel production reached over 25 million tons in the first 10 months of 2024, marking a 0.6% growth compared to the same period last year, according to the latest report by the World Steel Association (WSA).

Plane crash outside of Costa Rica's capital kills 5

TEHRAN, Nov. 26 (MNA) – A small plane traveling to Costa Rica's capital of San Jose crashed on Monday afternoon, authorities said, killing five of the six passengers on board.

Iran 10th largest steel producer in world in October: WSA

TEHRAN, Nov. 25 (MNA) – The data of the World Steel Association (WSA) shows that Iran was the 10th largest steel producer in the worldwide in October 2024, trailing Brazil with 3.1 million tons of output.

Bus crash in Brazil's Alagoas state leaves 17 dead

TEHRAN, Nov. 25 (MNA) – At least 17 people died and 29 others were rescued after a bus crashed in the northeastern Brazilian state of Alagoas on Sunday, the state's health secretariat said.

Cuba warns Israeli threats on Iran would escalate tension

TEHRAN, Nov. 24 (MNA) – Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Eduardo Rodríguez Parrilla has warned that the Zionist regime's threats to attack Iran's nuclear sites would escalate tensions in the region.

Iran opposes any foreign meddling in Venezuela's affairs

TEHRAN, Nov. 23 (MNA) – The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman has condemned the United States and its allies for interfering in Venezuela's domestic affairs, reiterating Tehran's support for President Nicolas Maduro.

Colombia recognizes ICC arrest warrant for Israeli criminals

TEHRAN, Nov. 23 (MNA) – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Colombia has announced that it recognizes the International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrant for Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former war minister Yoav Gallant.

5 soldiers killed in Colombia guerrilla attack

TEHRAN, Nov. 22 (MNA) – At least five soldiers were killed and several others injured in an attack by the National Liberation Army (ELN) guerrilla group in Anori, a city in northwestern Colombia, authority said Thursday.

Iran’s Defense Min., Venezuela's Maduro hold talks in Caracas

TEHRAN, Nov. 22 (MNA) – Iran’s Defense Minister Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh met with Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro as part of his trip to the south American country.

Iran, Venezuela ministers discuss developing relations

TEHRAN, Nov. 22 (MNA) – Iran's Defense Minister Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh met with Delsey Rodríguez, Vice President and Oil Minister of Venezuela on Friday.

Iran defense minister pays tribute to Simon Bolivar

TEHRAN, Nov. 21 (MNA) – Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh has paid respect to the late Venezuelan politician, Simon Bolivar, by visiting his tomb.

Iran, Venezuela stress broadening ties in science, technology

TEHRAN, Nov. 21 (MNA) – Officials from Iran and Venezuela emphasized the need for expanding relations in the fields of science and technology.

Defense Minister:

Iran seeks to expand economic ties with Venezuela

TEHRAN, Nov. 20 (MNA) – Iran's Defense Minister Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh stated that the Islamic Republic of Iran is seeking to develop economic cooperation with Venezuela.

Turkey continues efforts toward joining BRICS

TEHRAN, Nov. 20 (MNA) – Turkey remains interested in joining BRICS, but needs to get its ducks in a row before it can announce its intention to join, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said.

Iran's defense minister departs for Venezuela from Syria

TEHRAN, Nov. 19 (MNA) – Iranian Defense Minister has travelled to Caracas, the capital of the Venezuela after wrapping up his visit to Syria.

Iran seven-a-side football team defeat Brazil in Spain event

TEHRAN, Nov. 19 (MNA) – Iran's seven-a-side football team defeated Brazil in their semifinal match of the 2024 World Cup in Spain on Tuesday to reach the final.

Chile urges global action on Gaza humanitarian Crisis

TEHRAN, Nov. 19 (MNA) – Chilean President Gabriel Boric used his address at the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to urge world leaders to take action to address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Biden asks G20 to increase pressure on Hamas

TEHRAN, Nov. 18 (MNA) – US President Joe Biden asked the leaders of the G20 member states to increase pressure on Hamas for a ceasefire agreement in Gaza.

Man kills himself with blasts outside Brazil’s Supreme Court

TEHRAN, Nov. 14 (MNA) – Two explosions outside Brazil’s Supreme Court on Wednesday killed a man and forced the justices and staff to evacuate the building in the capital of Brasilia.

VIDEO: Explosion in gas company in Venezuela

TEHRAN, Nov. 11 (MNA) – A powerful explosion and fire occurred at a gas processing plant of Venezuela's state-run oil firm PDVSA in the state of Monagas, according to La Verdad de Monagas. At least three people were injured.