By: Mohammad Ghaderi

Why is Washington trying to prolong Vienna talks?

TEHRAN, Dec. 05 (MNA) – A look into the new Vienna talks shows that the European and American parties have been killing time while ironically putting the blame on Tehran.

Tuesday's meeting of working group on removal of sanctions

TEHRAN, Dec. 01 (MNA) – The working group on the removal of sanctions held a meeting on Tuesday, a day after the Monday talks after Iran logically insisted on its demand for putting the removal of the sanctions atop the agenda of the talks.

Implications of Iran’s Membership in SCO

TEHRAN, Nov. 27 (MNA) – Full membership of Iran in Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) was approved by the coalition’s members on 17 September 2021.

Mehr, Sputnik, Tehran Times hold 2nd joint webinar

TEHRAN, Nov. 24 (MNA) – Psychological warfare and spreading of fake news by Western media against Iran and Russia was discussed in a joint webinar by Mehr News Agency (MNA), Tehran Times and the Russian Sputnik News Agency on Wednesday.

Place of Vienna talks changed amid protests fears

TEHRAN, Nov. 24 (MNA) – Angry protests in Austria over the re-imposition of new restrictions due to a rising wave of new COVID-19 infections have cast doubt on the European country’s ability to play host for the next rounds of Iran talks.

Spanish rendition of 'Ladder to World' to confront US, West

TEHRAN, Nov. 20 (MNA) – In the unveiling ceremony of Spanish translation of a book entitled “Ladder to the World”, Cuban and Bolivian ambassadors to Iran said that Spanish translation of the book is an opportunity to confront the West and US.

Mehr, Sputnik hold 1st webinar on journalism

TEHRAN, Nov. 17 (MNA) – The first joint webinar by Mehr and Russian Sputnik News Agency was held on Tuesday with a focus on the wrong image that the western mainstream media give of the eastern countries.

Why drone attack on Iraqi PM residence suspicious?

TEHRAN, Nov. 07 (MNA) – After the protest of the Iraqi people against the election result, especially after the brutal events on Friday in Baghdad, the drone attack on the prime minister’s residence is suspicious and requires deep consideration.

US Embassy takeover Great Satan's defeat of Iranian nation

TEHRAN, Nov. 04 (MNA) – US Embassy takeover, known as the seizure of Den of Espionage, is a momentous incident in contemporary Iran characterized by tarnishing the arrogant image of the Great Satan in front of the Iranian Muslim nation.

By: Mehdi Jahan Tighi

Why did 1st step of reviving new unrest project in Iran fail?

TEHRAN, Oct. 27 (MNA) – As fuel stations faced serious problem in many parts of Iran on Tue., there are several important security points in this cyberattack operation that should be taken into serious consideration.

Muslims celebrate birthday of Prophet of Islam, Imam Sadiq

TEHRAN, Oct. 24 (MNA) – Shia Muslims in Iran and around the world observe the birthday anniversary of Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and Imam Jafar al-Sadiq (PBUH) on Tuesday.

Iranians mourn martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hasan al-Askari

TEHRAN, Oct. 15 (MNA) – Today coincides with the 8th day of the lunar month of Rabi' Thani, which marks the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hasan al-Askari (PBUH), the 11th Shia Imam.

Iranians mourn martyrdom anniversary of Imam Reza (PBUH)

TEHRAN, Oct. 07 (MNA) – Today coincides with the martyrdom anniversary of Eight Infallible Imam of Household of Holy Prophet, Imam Reza (Peace Be Upon Him).

By: Zahra Mirzafajouyan

Iran marks National Day of Rumi, greatest mystical poet

TEHRAN, Sep. 30 (MNA) – Mehr 8 in the Iranian calendar corresponding with September 30 is considered a significant cultural event for Iranians to commemorate the prominent Iranian poet Jalal ad-Din Muhammad Rumi who is known to everyone.

Shia Muslims hold Arbaeen mourning rituals

TEHRAN, Sep. 27 (MNA) – Arbaeen is the anniversary of the 40th day of the martyrdom of Imam Hussein (PBUH) and his companions at the Battle of Karbala.

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.