Will Russia become a rival to Azerbaijan in N-S Corridor?

TEHRAN, Jun. 09 (MNA) – Head of Trade Promotion Organization of Iran (TPOI) announced Russians' readiness to invest in construction of North-South corridor railway infrastructures that Republic of Azerbaijan had previously submitted such proposal.

Assad, Hamas relations improving after 12-day battle: report

TEHRAN, Jun. 01 (MNA) – The Lebanese Al-Akhbar newspaper has said in a report that there are ongoing developments in relations between Hamas and the Syrian government following the 12-day battle between the Palestinian resistance groups and Israel.

Iran, Syria elections to strengthen discourse of Resistance

TEHRAN, May 27 (MNA) – Elections in Iran and the Resistance countries have always been important for the West and the region. Because the developments and equations of the region will be influenced by any government that comes to power.

MNA exclusive report from Damascus (1):

A distinct event in Arab political culture

TEHRAN, May 24 (MNA) – This is the second presidential election in Syria since 2014 that although, will be held under different conditions.

MP says images of AEOI cameras must be cleared

TEHRAN, May 23 (MNA) – Referring to the quarterly deadline for the Agency to restore camera images which expired on May 22, an Iranian lawmaker stressed that this information must either be deleted or kept with the Iranian side.

An untold story about fighting COVID-19 pandemic in Iran

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – This article presents the untold story of how religion unified the political, scientific, and societal communities- particularly the community-based movements – of Iran in confronting the novel coronavirus.

By: Zahra Mirzafarjouyan

National Day of Omar Khayyam marked in Iran

TEHRAN, May 18 (MNA) – Today is considered a significant cultural event for Iranians to commemorate the great Persian poet, astronomer, writer, and mathematician Omar Khayyam.

Prominent politicians enter presidential elections Saturday

TEHRAN, May 15 (MNA) – On the fifth and the last day of the enrollment for upcoming presidential elections the most famous hopefuls from both ends of the political spectrum entered the race.

Ferdowsi preserver of Persian identity, language, heritage

TEHRAN, May 15 (MNA) – Ordibehesht 25 in the Persian calendar corresponding with May 15 is National Commemoration Day of Ferdowsi, the greatest of Persian poets whose masterpiece, Shahnameh, preserved Persian identity, language, and heritage.

By: Zahra Mirzafarjouyan

Afghanistan after two decades of US presence

TEHRAN, May 09 (MNA) – Two decades after the US military presence in Afghanistan, the country is still witnessing several explosions in recent days, instead of moving away from insecurity and instability.

Iran-Poland Furniture Fair showcases two cultures' richness

TEHRAN, May 07 (MNA) – In a cultural project of the Embassy of Poland and University of Tehran, Iranian students designed furniture combining traditional motives drawn from cultures and arts of Poland and Iran.

Condolences on martyrdom anniv of Imam Ali epitome of justice

TEHRAN, May 04 (MNA) –The 21st day of Islamic fasting month of Ramadan coincides with the martyrdom anniversary of First Imam of Shia Muslims Ali ibn Abu Talib (BPUH), the cousin and son-in-law of the Prophet Muhammad (S).

By: Zahra Mirzafarjouyan

Teacher Day in Iran; Commemoration of Ayatollah Motahari

TEHRAN, May 02 (MNA) – Iran is celebrating Teachers’ Day which marks the day in memory of Ayatollah Morteza Motahari who was assassinated on May 1, 1979.

‘Ramazunike’; unique Ramadan tradition in SE Iran

TEHRAN, May. 01 (MNA) – A land full of cultures, Iran enjoys different traditions for every occasion, including the Islamic month of Ramadan.

Persian Gulf: From rich history to security depth

TEHRAN, Apr. 30 (MNA) – Iran is celebrating the Persian Gulf National Day, which marks the anniversary of the expulsion of colonial and foreign forces from the strategic water body in 1622.

Iranians mark birthday anniversary of Imam Hassan (PBUH)

TEHRAN, Apr. 28 (MNA) – Today on April 28 in Iranian calendar, it marks the birth anniversary of 2nd Imam of Shia Muslims Imam Hassan (Peace Be Upon Him). Iranians observe this auspicious occasion throughout the country.

Muslims, non-Muslims enjoying Ramadan festivities in Lebanon

TEHRAN, Apr. 26 (MNA) – Since Ramadan, like Christmas, is regarded as a national occasion in Lebanon; its festivities are en­joyed and celebrated by all Muslims and non-Muslims in this country.

How 'Tabas miracle' downed a US democrat president

TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) – Some 41 years ago, the US forces conceded a humiliating defeat in Tabas that later affected the country's internal politics.

Iran marks National Day of Saadi Shirazi, Master of Speech

TEHRAN, Apr. 21 (MNA) – Today is the National Commemoration Day of the renowned Persian poet Saadi Shirazi, born in Shiraz around 1200 and died around 1292.

African Muslims spending 2nd Ramadan amid pandemic

TEHRAN, Apr. 21 (MNA) – Same as all Muslims across the globe, African Muslims fast and preserve Ramadan rituals under anti-Covid-19 restrictions and lockdown this year.

Famous Ramadan traditions in Egypt

TEHRAN, Apr. 19 (MNA) – Egypt is the most famous place for Ramadan traditions and it is said that many of the Ramadan rituals practiced throughout the Muslim world have origins in Egypt.

Holy month of Ramadan rituals in Iran

TEHRAN, Apr. 14 (MNA) – Millions of Muslims in Iran and around the world have marked the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan.

Reactions to latest JCPOA Commission meeting

TEHRAN, Apr. 02 (MNA) – There has been widespread reactions to Friday’s online meeting of the JCPOA Joint Commission where it was decided that the next meeting will be held in person in Vienna on Tuesday.

By: Zahra Mirzafarjouyan

'Sizdah Be-dar', celebration to bid farewell to Nowruz

TEHRAN, Apr. 02 (MNA) – An Iranian National Nature Day, locally known as ‘Sizdah Be-dar’, is held on the 13th day of Farvardin (the first month of the Iranian calendar) to bid farewell to the Nowruz holidays.

When Iranian nation said YES to ‘Islamic Republic’

TEHRAN, Apr. 01 (MNA) – 42 years ago and just weeks after the Islamic Revolution victory, the Iranian people took part in a historic referendum to say a big ‘YES’ to the establishment of the Islamic Republic.

By: Zahra Mirzafarjouyan

Tabriz; city of history and souvenirs

TEHRAN, Mar. 31 (MNA) – Tabriz as one of the oldest cities of East Azerbaijan province, is the home of mystics and poets, the origin of grace and art and one of the important regions of Iran that enjoys many tourist attractions.

Uraman Village, stair-stepped heaven in W Iran

TEHRAN, Mar. 30 (MNA) – Located in the west of Iran, the Uraman Takht village of Kurdistan Province enjoys the most unique landscapes and touristic attractions which is recommended as the best vaccation destination for Nowruz travelers in the spring.

People of Kyrgyzstan cherish Nowruz traditions

TEHRAN, Mar. 28 (MNA) – Nowruz, which is celebrated on the spring equinox (usually March 21st), is one of the most important holidays in Kyrgyzstan.

Uzbeks celebrating Persian New Year

TEHRAN, Mar. 27 (MNA) – Nowruz (New Day), the Spring Equinox celebrated in Iran and across regional countries including Uzbekistan as the new year, is considered a time of renewal and revival.

By: Marjohn Sheikhi

Nowruz celebration in Afghanistan

TEHRAN, Mar. 26 (MNA) –Afghanistan is one of over a dozen countries that celebrate the 3000-year tradition of Nowruz. This is how Afghan people observe the tradition.