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Agreement within reach if US serious in Sat. indirect talks
TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says that the United States showed seriousness in the first round of talks in Oman, adding that a deal is possible in Saturday talks in Rome if the US does not make excessive demands.
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Rubio asks E3 to trigger the snapback of sanctions on Iran
TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Friday that European countries must soon decide whether to trigger the snapback of sanctions on Iran.
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FM tells Lavrov Russia is Iran's strategic partner
TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – "Iran considers Russia as a strategic partner. Iran-Russia ties are closer and stronger than ever," according to Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in a meeting with his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov in Moscow on Friday.
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Iran condemns US airstrikes on Yemen’s Ras Isa Port
TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – The spokesperson for Iran’s Foreign Ministry has strongly condemned the brutal US airstrike on Ras Isa Port in Yemen.
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Ukraine says it has signed outline of minerals deal with US
TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – The US and Ukrainian governments signed a memorandum of intent, signalling their intent to finalise the minerals deal.
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Rubio warns if it's not possible to end the war in Ukraine
TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Friday that if it is not possible to end the war in Ukraine, the United States needs to abandon its efforts and move on.
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By: Abbas Zakeri
National Army Day parade in Hormozgan Province
BANDAR ABBAS, Apr. 18 (MNA) – The Iranian army units held a parade in Bandar Abbas city, the capital of Hormozgan Province in the south of the country on the occasion of the Army Day on Friday.
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VIDEO: 38 killed in US strikes on oil terminal in Yemen
TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – US Central Command said Thursday the strikes on Ras Isa fuel port in Hodeidah province were aimed at cutting off revenue to the Ansarallah-led government in Sanaa.
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Book on Sacred Defense: "The Story of Avini's Thought"
TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – The book The Story of Avini's Thought delves into the perspectives of the late Morteza Avini, a famous Iranian for documenting the Iran-Iraq War, focusing on his views on culture, civilization, media, and development.
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AEOI spox:
Deputy director of IAEA to travel to Tehran within two weeks
TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) spokesman Behrouz Kamalvandi says that a deputy director of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will visit Tehran within the next two weeks for further discussions.
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Iran advances to FIBA Women’s Asia Cup Div. B
TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – Iran beat Jordan 88-70 in the 2025 FIBA Women’s Asia Cup Div. B – WABA Qualification Tournament Group A.
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IRGC forces dismantle arms trafficking network in north Iran
TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – The Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) intelligence unit has disbanded an arms trafficking network in the northern Province of Gilan.
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Iran dismantles terrorist network in SE, kills ringleader
TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – Iranian security forces managed to dismantle a terrorist team in the southeast of the country during an operation.
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Army interrupted enemy's sleep, Pezeshkian says on natl. day
TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – President Masoud Pezeshkian lauded the role played by the Iranian army in defending the country since the 1979 Islamic Revolution, saying that "the army interrupted the enemy's sleep."
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VIDEO: Iran Army Navy stages parade in Persian Gulf
TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – The Islamic Republic of Iran's army held a parade in the Persian Gulf waters on the occasion of National Army Day on Friday.
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Oman says Iran, US will hold 2nd round of talks in Italy
TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – Oman’s Foreign Ministry said that the second round of talks between Iran and the United States will be held in Rome on April 19.
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Iran showcases military achievements on Army Day parades
TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – The Islamic Republic of Iran is marking its National Army Day on Friday with grand military parades across the country, showcasing the country's latest military achievements.
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Yemen launches fresh missile attack on Israel (+VIDEO)
TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – Yemen launched a fresh missile attack on the Israeli-occupied Palestinian territories on Friday morning.
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In Tehran;
VIDEO: Leader holds meeting with Saudi defense minister
TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei held a meeting with Saudi Defense Minister Khalid bin Salman in Tehran on Thursday.
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US strikes on Yemen leave 33 killed, 80 injured
TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – Recent US strikes on Yemen killed at least 33 people and injured 80 others, according to local media sources.
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Iran hears contradictory messages from US: FM Araghchi
TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi says Tehran is receiving conflicting messages from the US, asserting that Iran remains committed and consistent in indirect negotiations.
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Iran's National Army Day; Symbol of country's strength
TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – Every year on April 18, the Islamic Republic of Iran observes National Army Day, a day that not only honors the nation’s military forces but also underscores the broader themes of independence and resilience.
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Pezeshkian to Saudi defense minister:
Iran, S Arabia can be role model for regional cooperation
TEHRAN, Apr. 17 (MNA) – President Masoud Pezeshkian has stressed the need for strengthening unity in Muslim world, calling for the expansion of Iran-Saudi Arabia cooperation in all areas to help resolve regional issues.
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FM Araghchi delivers Leader's message to President Putin
TEHRAN, Apr. 17 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi handed over a message from the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei to Russian President Vladimir Putin during a meeting in Moscow on Thursday.
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US tariffs further reduce Hollywood charm in China
TEHRAN, Apr. 17 (MNA) – Once the king of China's silver screen, Hollywood now finds itself sidelined, as local blockbusters surge and Washington's tariffs against the rest of the world add fuel to shifting audience sentiment.
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VIDEO: Putin receives Iranian FM Araghchi
TEHRAN, Apr. 17 (MNA) – Russian President Vladimir Putin received for a meeting a visiting Iranian delegation headed by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in Moscow on Thursday.
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AEOI chief:
Iran expects IAEA to exercise impartiality, professionalism
TEHRAN, Apr. 17 (MNA) – The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says that Iran’s consistent expectation from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is to uphold impartiality and professional conduct.
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Minister hands over Saudi King's letter to Iran's Leader
TEHRAN, Apr. 17 (MNA) – Saudi Defense Minister Khalid bin Salman handed over a message from his country's king to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Alo Khamenei in a meeting in Tehran on Thursday.
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Iran does not hesitate to defend its interests: IRGC general
TEHRAN, Apr. 17 (MNA) – Commander of the IRGC Aerospace Force lauded the True Promise retaliatory operations against the Israeli regime in 2024, saying that those operations proved that Iran does not hesitate in defense of its interests.
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By: Mohsen Rangin Kaman
Saudi defense minister and Iran's SNSC secretary meeting
TEHRAN, Apr. 17 (MNA) – Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) General Ali Akbar Ahmadian received the visiting Saudi Defense Minister Khalid bin Salman and his accompanying delegation in Tehran Thursday.