By: Ali Abbasi

Water crisis and the phenomenon of migration of people with disabilities

TEHRAN, Dec. 04 (MNA) – The two phenomena of migration and water have always been closely linked historically, as tribes in Africa, the Middle East and Asia have been migrating extensively in search of food and water for their livestock. 

By: Syed Zafar Mehdi

Iran, a torch-bearer of Islamic unity

TEHRAN, Nov. 28 (MNA) – At a time when many countries in the Muslim world have brazenly become facilitators and enablers of America’s neo-imperialism, helping to advance its political and economic hegemony, there is one country that clearly and categorically says ‘no’ to Washington and its allies.

Congress reacts negatively to Trump’s statement on backing S Arabia

TEHRAN, Nov. 21 (MNA) – US President Donald Trump’s Tue. statement in support of Saudi Arabia in the face of Khashoggi’s murder has drawn strong criticism worldwide, even from top Senate Republicans.

By: Masoud Hossein

Iran football in chaotic situation

TEHRAN, Nov. 19 (MNA) – With less than two months to go before the AFC Asian Cup 2019 starts, Iran football faces so many challenges which can hurt Team Melli’s preparation for the biggest continent’s competition.

By: Marjohn Sheikhi

Where borders divide, music unites: Poland celebrates national day in Iran with music

TEHRAN, Nov. 18 (MNA) – The Polish Embassy in Tehran celebrated the centenary of Poland regaining independence with a concert of classical music on Sat. in Vahdat Hall, welcoming diplomatic figures with various nationalities as well as the Iranian music lover community to a few hours of sharing common sentiments.

By: Ebrahim Fallahi

The impact of US sanctions on Iranian oil industry, market in focus

TEHRAN, Nov. 13 (MNA) – Right from the day Trump withdrew from Iran’s nuclear deal, announcing his plan for cutting Iranian oil exports to zero, the oil scholars and experts all around the world begun contemplating the impacts of this decision on the Iranian oil industry, especially on the country’s oil exports.

By: Marjohn Sheikhi

Poland to celebrate centenary of regaining independence by classical concert in Tehran

TEHRAN, Nov. 13 (MNA) – Nilper Orchestra will stage a classical concert on Nov. 17, partly sponsored by the Polish Embassy in Tehran, in celebration of the centenary of Poland regaining its independence.

By: Marjohn Sheikhi

The short film appeal; a roundup of 35th Tehran Intl. Short Film Festival

TEHRAN, Nov. 12 (MNA) – A successful short film in Iran, which can appeal to the not-so-easily impressed taste of Iranian audience, seems to be built around a ‘punchline’, which serves as a figurative punch to the gut. If there's no punchline, then technique needs to come to the rescue; otherwise, the audience is left wondering about the whole point of the film.

Poland sets observation point at Iran’s mining machinery market

TEHRAN, Nov. 04 (MNA) – Polish Investment and Trade Agency, Foreign Trade Office in Tehran hosts the Industry Promotion Program for Machinery and Technology, run by the Ministry of Entrepreneurship and Technology of Poland, promoting Polish manufacturers in mining and industry sector.

By: M.A. Saki

One Belt One Road seeks prosperity for all

TEHRAN, Oct. 31 (MNA) – The Chinese People's Daily hosted the 2018 Media Cooperation Forum on Belt and Road Media Forum on Oct. 29-30 in the city of Boao, Hainan Province. Over 200 people, including journalists and entrepreneurs, participated in the conference.

By: Ebrahim Fallahi

Private sector from Iran, Syria light the flame

TEHRAN, Oct. 21 (MNA) – Tehran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture (TCCIMA) and the Federation of Syrian Chambers of Commerce inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Saturday addressing issues regarding long-term cooperation.

By: Mahnaz Abdi

Debate over offering crude oil at IRENEX to tackle sanctions

TEHRAN, Oct. 20 (MNA) – The issue of offering crude oil in the stock market of Iran dates back to the Iranian calendar year of 1379 (March 2000-March 2001). Since then it has come on the table several times but was never materialized.

By Manijeh Rezapoor

Tour a fantasy world of Persian tales in “Tehran Times”

TEHRAN, Oct. 17 (MNA) – “Tehran Times” — no, not the newspaper… an art exhibit in Tehran — can tickle the interest of any art aficionado to find out what it has to offer on the walls out of curiosity.

By Mehdi Pourhassani

Cyberspace geopolitics, a look at Trump’s 1st National Cyber Strategy

TEHRAN, Oct. 12 (MNA) – The US administration has recently released the first national cybersecurity strategy of the White House during Trump’s presidency.

Ivankovic, a true dedicated coach to football

TEHRAN, Oct. 07 (MNA) – Persepolis took a massive step towards the 2018 AFC Champions League final after defeating Al Sadd of Qatar 1-0 in the first leg of the semifinals. It came as no surprise to us, however, as Branko Ivankovic has built his team the right way.

By: Amir Hussain Rajabi Memar

Vital Syrian Nassib border crossing to open soon

TEHRAN, Oct. 06 (MNA) –The Syrian transport ministry has announced the re-opening of the Nassib border crossing with Jordan Sat. after seven years of civil war.

By: Morteza Rahmani

Iran to catch up with global space industry

TEHRAN, Oct. 02 (MNA) – Islamic Republic of Iran has made significant progress in designing and producing satellites and is planning on launching several satellites into space in the near future.

By Maryam Qarehgozlou

National firefighter day: time to show gratitude

TEHRAN, Oct. 01 (MNA) – September 29, is the national firefighter day in Iran and is a chance to pay homage to the firemen who devote their lives to the protection of life and property.

How did Netanyahu bring fame to Turquzabad?

TEHRAN, Sep. 29 (MNA) – After the Israeli Prime minister accused Iran of hiding nuclear material at a secret warehouse in Turquzabad, a village in the south of the capital Tehran, Iranians have taken to social media ridiculing Netanyahu’s false accusations.

By: Setareh Behroozi

Iranian startup designs S.A.Post as personal postal code

TEHRAN, Sep. 29 (MNA) – An Iranian startup has designed a virtual mail box, known as S.A.Post (a Persian acronym which stands for Iranians’ virtual mailbox), which would provide people with using an exclusive personal postal code, instead of postal address, for their parcels and letters across the country.

By: Marjohn Sheikhi

Currency slump gives rise to visits from neighbors, sanctions wane visits from EU

TEHRAN, Sep. 16 (MNA) – The fall in Iran’s national currency value has attracted a new wave of visitors from neighboring countries, particularly Iraq. According to recent figures, the arrival of foreign tourists to Iran has had a 45% increase in a five-month period compared to last year.

By: Sondoss Al Asaad

The legacy of Ashura: resistance and victory

TEHRAN, Sep. 15 (MNA) – Shia Muslims around the world mark the holiest lunar months of Muharram and Safar to mourn the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussein Ibn Ali.

By: Marjohn Sheikhi

Iran names nominees for 2019 Academy Awards consideration

TEHRAN, Sep. 13 (MNA) – Three Iranian titles are being considered to be the one making it into the Foreign Language submissions of the 2019 Academy Awards.

By: Faranak Bakhtiari

Imam Hossein’s sacrifice, true example of righteousness

TEHRAN, Sep. 10 (MNA) – Imam Hossein (AS), a name that has inspired billions of Muslims all over the world is bound to never fade or get past its glory. A sacrifice, one so big, so grave, that the world, till date, speaks of Imam Hossein with the mightiest of vocal chords, deep from the heart.

By: Maryam Qarehgozlou

Waiting in ambush: Will Tehran choke on foul air this year too?

TEHRAN, Sep. 10 (MNA) – While Tehraners breathed ozone in the air during hot summer days the real stuff is awaiting us in the coming months of autumn and winter.

By: Haniyeh Sadat Jafariyeh

Iran, Denmark initiate IP rights coop.

TEHRAN, Sep. 08 (MNA) – The Iranian Intellectual Property Center and the Danish Patent and Trademark Office inaugurated their three-year close cooperation within the area of intellectual property (IP) rights on Tuesday.

31st Iran's Children Filmfest. names winners

ISFAHAN, Sep. 06 (MNA) – As the 31st edition of Iran's International Film Festival for Children and Youth wrapped up on Sep. 5 in Isfahan, winners were awarded in various categories during a ceremony held last night in the historical city.

By: Ebrahim Fallahi

Petrochemical industry, a pillar for Iran’s resilient economy

TEHRAN, Sep. 06 (MNA) – Inaugurating three major petrochemical projects in Asaluyeh petrochemical zone in southwestern Iran was the headline of almost all Iranian energy related and economic news agencies across the country on Monday.

By: Maryam Qarehgozlou

Iranian traditional medicine can play a leading role in military medicine worldwide

TEHRAN, Sep. 06 (MNA) – Iranian traditional medicine can play a major part in military medicine worldwide, Seyed Mahdi Mirghazanfari, an Iranian-Islamic traditional medicine researcher, said on Wednesday.

By: Masoud Hossein

Indonesia not successful Games for Iranian women

TEHRAN, Sep. 05 (MNA) – The Iranian women won just a gold medal in the 2018 Asian Games, one gold less than the previous edition, despite a twofold increase in numbers.