FM Araghchi calls on IAEA to focus on technical matters

TEHRAN, Apr. 16 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister has stressed the need for the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to stick to its professional and technical obligations rather than being influenced by political pressures in dealing with Iran.

Iran deputy FM:

Talks with US focus on nuclear issue, lifting of sanctions

TEHRAN, Apr. 16 (MNA) – A member of the Iranian negotiating team in indirect talks with the United States says the negotiations should focus on two issues of the Iranian nuclear issue and the lifting of sanctions.

Diplomacy urgently needed, Grossi says after talks in Tehran

TEHRAN, Apr. 16 (MNA) – Director General of Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Rafael Grossi said Wednesday "diplomacy is urgently needed," after he met with top Iranian diplomat in Tehran.

Iran FM to Pakistani counterpart:

Perpetrators behind terror attack in SE Iran must be punished

TEHRAN, Apr. 16 (MNA) – The Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has called for identifying and punishing the perpetrators behind a recent terrorist attack in southeast Iran, which resulted in deaths of some Pakistani nationals.

Pentagon chief:

China could sink entire US carrier fleet in 20 minutes

TEHRAN, Apr. 15 (MNA) – In a rare admission, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has said that the Chinese hypersonic missiles can destroy all US aircraft carriers in just 20 minutes.

Iran demolish Afghanistan 14-0 at Asian beach soccer cup

TEHRAN, Mar. 23 (MNA) – The national Iranian men's beach soccer team thrashed the team of Afghanistan 14-0 in their second match of the Asian Cup on Sunday.

Explosion in Tehran's building injures ten, causes damages

TEHRAN, Mar. 22 (MNA) – An explosion in a building in the south of the Iranian capital of Tehran has injured 10 people and damaged several buidling and vehilces, the Tehran Fire Department said on Saturday.

Iran, Brazil FMs discuss relations, region in phone call

TEHRAN, Mar. 21 (MNA) – The foreign ministers of the Islamic Republic of Iran and Brazil, Mauro Vieira, discussed bilateral relations and regional developments in a phone conversation on Friday.

Iran beach soccer team defeat Indonesia 12-2

TEHRAN, Mar. 21 (MNA) – The national Iranian men's beach soccer team thrashed the team of Indonesia 12-2 in their first match of the Asian Cup on Friday.

Iran beat UAE 2-0 in Asian qualifiers for 2026 World Cup

TEHRAN, Mar. 20 (MNA) – The national Iranian men's football team defeated the team of United Arab Emirates (UAE) 2-0 in Group A of the AFC Asian Qualifiers for the the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Israel must be forced to implement ceasefire deal: Hamas

TEHRAN, Mar. 19 (MNA) – The Palestinian resistance movement Hamas says it has not shut the door on ceasefire negotiations despite the renewed Israeli bombardment of the Gaza Strip.

Zionists return to streets against resumed war on Gaza

TEHRAN, Mar. 19 (MNA) – Thousands of Zionist settlers have protested in occupied holy Quds against Benjamin Netanyahu's regime's plan to fire the Shin Bet chief and return to war with Palestinian resistance in Gaza Strip.

Israel intensifies attacks as Syrian Takfiris invade Lebanon

TEHRAN, Mar. 17 (MNA) – Israeli Enemy escalates its violations in South Lebanon, coming to the help of Syrian Takfiri terrorist groups led by HTS terror group who are conducting a widespread aggression on the Lebanese territories in the east.

Chinese envoy congratulates Nowruz in message to Mehr

TEHRAN, Mar. 17 (MNA) – The Chinese Ambassador to Iran Zong Peiwu has written a congratulatory message on the arrival of the new Iranian year known as Nowruz, stressing the importance of cultural interactions between Iran and China.

Putin’s aide:

EU leaders are ‘affectionate puppies’ at feet of their master

TEHRAN, Mar. 16 (MNA) – Russian President Vladimir Putin’s foreign policy aide drew parallels between European leaders and “affectionate puppies,” reflecting Putin’s earlier comments on US influence over European politics.

Iran's EC gives initial approval to FATF-related bills

TEHRAN, Mar. 15 (MNA) – A commission at the Iranian Expediency Council has approved the FATF-related bills known as Palermo and CFT.

Putin lists guarantees Moscow wants for 30-day ceasefire

TEHRAN, Mar. 13 (MNA) – Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed support for a potential 30-day ceasefire in the Ukraine conflict but has raised concerns regarding how such a truce be implemented.

4-storey building collapses in downtown Tehran

TEHRAN, Mar. 11 (MNA) – A 4-storey building collapsed in downtown Iranian capital of Tehran on Tuesday, leaving casualties.

Iranian diplomat:

Perpetrators behind recent Syrian tragedy must be prosecuted

TEHRAN, Mar. 11 (MNA) – A senior Iranian diplomat has said that the people in region expects the Syrian interim government to stop the violent and prosecute the perpetrators behind recent tragedies.

Iran advance to final of futsal tournament in Brazil

TEHRAN, Mar. 08 (MNA) – The Iranian national futsal team defeated Afghanistan 4-3 in its third match in a Brazilian tournament and advanced to the final match on Saturday.

Aliyev visits Turkey today

TEHRAN, Mar. 05 (MNA) – Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev arrived in Ankara, Türkiye, for a working visit, following an invitation from Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.

Esteghlal, Al Nassr draw in AFC Champions League

TEHRAN, Mar. 03 (MNA) – Iran's Esteghlal and Saudi Arabia's Al-Nassr shared spoils in a Monday match here in Tehran in the AFC Champions League.

Russia hosts MediaGame festival with TV BRICS participation

TEHRAN, Mar. 02 (MNA) – Students from different countries have presented social projects at the MediaGame festival in Russia.

Iran resolved to strengthen ties with Russia: Pezeshkian

TEHRAN, Feb. 25 (MNA) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has held a meeting with the Russian Foreign Minister in Tehran to stress Tehran's resolve to bolster ties with Moscow.

Esteghlal win Al Rayyan 2-0 in AFC Champions League

TEHRAN, Feb. 18 (MNA) – The Iranian football club Esteghlal gained a 2-0 victory over Al Rayyan of Qatar to advance to the next stage of AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 on Tuesday.

Kremlin:

No agreement reached on dates for Trump-Putin summit

TEHRAN, Feb. 18 (MNA) – The Kremlin spokesman says no agreement has been reached on a summit between the Russian and American presidents while the talks began on Tuesday in Riyadh.

Report:

Iran, Russia officials to meet in S Arabia for summit

TEHRAN, Feb. 15 (MNA) – Senior officials from the US and Russia are meeting next week in Saudi Arabia to lay ground for a potential leaders’ summit as soon as the end of the month to discuss ending the war in Ukraine, Western media reported Saturday.

Iran defeat Turkmenistan at 2025 CAFA Women's Futsal C'ship

TEHRAN, Feb. 14 (MNA) – Iran defeated Turkmenistan 5-1 in the 2025 CAFA Women's Futsal Championship on Friday.