The magic and allure of Persian poetry

TEHRAN, Sep. 18 (MNA) – Today is the National Day of Persian Poetry and a good opportunity to learn more about some of the greatest Persian poets with their lasting influence on the Persian language and rising popularity across the world.

By: Zahra Mirzafarjouyan

Polish travelers cross Iran on their expedition to Himalayas

TEHRAN, Sep. 08 (MNA) – A team of Polish travellers are in Iran as part of their long expedition to Nepal to retrace the footsteps of the first Polish expedition to the Himalayas 50 years ago.

By: Payman Yazdani

US Afghanistan exit revives necessity of EU Army formation

TEHRAN, Sep. 05 (MNA) – Following US withdrawal from Afghanistan, an increasing number of European politicians argue that the European Union should boost its strategic autonomy.

Abu Rayhan Al-Biruni Iranian genius of Islamic Golden Age

TEHRAN, Aug. 27 (MNA) – Abu Rayhan Al-Biruni, the Iranian scholar and the 10th-century Islamic mathematical genius has inspired scientists and mathematicians for several centuries, and his name continues to command respect even today.

August 29, National Day of Fight Against Terrorism in Iran

TEHRAN, Aug. 30 (MNA) – Iran is marking the National Day of Fight Against Terrorism on August 29, a day on which the MKO detonated Prime Minister's Office in Tehran, martyring President Mohammad Ali Rajai and PM Mohammad Javad Bahonar.

Iran commemorates national day of Avicenna, Persian polymath

TEHRAN, Aug. 23 (MNA) – Iran marks the national day of Avicenna, the prominent Persian philosopher and physician on August 23.

From nationalizing Iran oil to CIA-backed evil coup of 1953

TEHRAN, Aug. 19 (MNA) – In Aug.1953, colonial powers, whose interests had been threatened by the nationalization of the oil industry, plotted a coup against Iranian Prime Minister Mosaddegh so as appoint their own puppet to control the oil-rich Iran.

Shia Muslims hold mourning rituals on Day of Ashura

TEHRAN, Aug. 19 (MNA) – Ashura is the 10th day of Muharram which marks the day when Imam Hussein (PBUH) and his companions were martyred at the Battle of Karbala.

Tasu’a, commemoration day of a tragic incident

TEHRAN, Aug. 18 (MNA) – Tasu'a in the Islamic calendar refers to the ninth day of Muharram. A day before Imam Hussein (PBUH) and his true companions were martyred at the Battle of Karbala. Tasu'a is the commemoration day of a tragic incident.

Who is the new Iranian Army Navy commander?

TEHRAN, Aug. 17 (MNA) – Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei appointed Rear Admiral Shahram Irani as the new commander of Army's Navy. But what do we know about him?

Who is Amirabdollahian, president's pick for next FM?

TEHRAN, Aug. 13 (MNA) – Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi has picked veteran diplomat Hossein Amirabdollahian as the country's next foreign minister. Here's a brief guide about his previous achievements.

Foreign officials who attend President Raeisi inauguration

TEHRAN, Aug. 04 (MNA) – As many as 115 foreign officials and special envoys have already arrived or will arrive in Tehran despite the pandemic restrictions to take part in the Iranian president Ebrahim Raeisi's inauguration ceremony on Thursday.

Felicitation to Muslims on Eid al-Ghadir

TEHRAN, Jul. 29 (MNA) – The Shia celebrates Eid al-Ghadir on Saturday which marks the day when Prophet of Islam appointed Ali ibn Abi Talib (PBUM) as the first Shia Imam.

US role in delaying Iraqi parliamentary elections

TEHRAN, Jul. 26 (MNA) – During the meeting held in Tehran on recent developments in Iraq, the participants discussed the country's upcoming parliamentary elections.

By: Mohammad Ali Haqshenas

What to expect from Iran’s athletes at Tokyo Olympics

TEHRAN, Jul. 23 (MNA) – Comprised of 66 athletes, Iran’s delegation to the 2020 Tokyo Olympics will aim to improve the country’s rank in the medal table compared to the previous edition.

Hidden aspects of Tehran’s peace initiative for Afghanistan

TEHRAN, Jul. 22 (MNA) – The composition of participants in the intra-Afghan talks in Tehran differed from that of any other talks in Doha or Moscow, heralding a political solution to the country's crisis with the participation of all Afghan groups. 

Felicitations to Muslims on Eid al-Adha

TEHRAN, Jul. 21 (MNA) – Eid al-Adha, celebrated by around 1.5 billion Muslims around the world, is one of the most significant occasions in the Islamic calendar.

Shirez Canyon, a great place for investment

TEHRAN, Jul. 13 (MNA) – Many experts believe that Shirez Canyon, situated 45 kilometers northeast of Kuhdasht city, in the heart of the Zagros Mountains in western Iran, is one of the most stunning attractions with a wealth of investment potentials.

Resistance media's challenge against Western media empire

TEHRAN, Jul. 10 (MNA) – During the meeting held in Tehran on 'Strengthening the Discourse of the Resistance Media', the participants discussed Resistance media's challenge against the Western media empire.

By: Mohammad Ali Haqshenas

All you need to know about Iran’s path in World Cup qualifier

TEHRAN, Jul. 02 (MNA) – Iran’s national football team learned rivals in the final round of qualifiers for the 2022 World Cup and hopes are high for winning a direct quota for the third time in a row.

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.