Police seize 602 kg narcotics in southeastern Iran

TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) – The Sistan and Baluchestan police commander announced that the anti-narcotics police forces busted 602 kg of illicit drugs in the province.

During talks with Indian PM:

Putin expresses concern over situation in Afghanistan

TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) – Russian President Vladimir Putin in his talk with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday expressed his concern over the situation in Afghanistan.

Iran ready to host Astana Summit next year: Amir-Abdollahian

TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian emphasized the readiness of Islamic Republic of Iran to host leaders of Astana Summit dubbed 'Astana Peace Talk' in Tehran in 2022.

Ghalibaf stresses need to back Iran-Syria private sectors

TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) – Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf emphasized the need for supporting private sectors of Iran and Syria.

Ahmad Massoud reportedly met with Blackwater chief

TEHRAN, Dec. 6 (MNA) – An informed source confided to Tehran Times in exclusivity that Ahmad Massoud has met with Erik Prince, founder and head of the Blackwater private militia group in Dushanbe, Tajikistan.

11 people killed, wounded in a bomb blast in Somalia: report

TEHRAN, Dec. 6 (MNA) – At least five people including civilians were killed and more than six others were wounded when a bomb went off at a busy restaurant in southern Somalia on Sunday, officials said.

Yemeni forces attack Saudi capital with missiles (+ VIDEO)

TEHRAN, Dec. 6 (MNA) – Missile attacks are reported to have been carried by the Yemeni Ansarullah against targets in the Saudi capital of Riyadh on Monday evening.

Efforts continue to revive Iran nuclear deal: Russia dep. FM

TEHRAN, Dec. 6 (MNA) – Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov has said that efforts are continuing to revive Iran nuclear deal.

Big fire in gas pipe in west of Tehran contained (+VIDEO)

TEHRAN, Dec. 6 (MNA) – A fire in a gas pipeline in the Shadabad district in the wast of Tehran has been extinguished by the fire department.

Iran learns opponents at Asian 2022 Men's Handball C'ships

TEHRAN, Dec. 6 (MNA) – Iran has been seeded against Australia, India, and Saudi Arabia at the Asian 2022 Men's Handball Championship.

Germany reacts to Iran's proposals on nuclear program

TEHRAN, Dec. 6 (MNA) – In continuation of the E3's indifference to the continued US violations of the JCPOA, German Foreign Ministry spokeswoman said Mon that proposals made by Iran on its nuclear programme are not acceptable.

All sanctions under Maximum Pressure inconsistent with JCPOA

TEHRAN, Dec. 6 (MNA) – All sanctions under the Maximum Pressure campaign are inconsistent with JCPOA, MP Amouei said and added that these sanctions are in violation of UNSC Resolution 2231 and paragraph 29 of the text of JCPOA.

4 Peshmerga forces killed in clash with ISIL in N Iraq

TEHRAN, Dec. 6 (MNA) – ISIL terrorists killed four Peshmerga soldiers and a civilian, and wounded six other people when they attacked Qara Salem village in northern Iraq.

Riyadh claims it intercepted 2 Yemeni drones

TEHRAN, Dec. 6 (MNA) – The Saudi-led coalition on Monday claimed to have shot down two bomb-laden drones belonging to Yemeni forces.

Israeli attacks on Syria cannot go unanswered: Syria FM

TEHRAN, Dec. 6 (MNA) – Syrian Foreign Minister Faisal Mekdad said in Tehran Monday that Damascus welcomes any partnership with Iran in Syria, adding that Israeli attacks on Syria cannot go unanswered.

Lavrov:

Russia sees reasons for Iran to join Troika on Afghanistan

TEHRAN, Dec. 6 (MNA) – Moscow sees reasons for India and Iran to join the activities of the extended Troika on Afghanistan, which consists of Russia, the United States, China and Pakistan, said Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.

Conf. on peace, human rights in West Asia to be held Thurs.

TEHRAN, Dec. 6 (MNA) – The third international conference on “the Future of Peace and Human Rights in West Asia” will be held on Thursday.

Iran backs security of Persian Gulf countries: Pres. Raeisi

TEHRAN, Dec. 6 (MNA) – Stating that the security of the countries of the region is intertwined, President Raeisi said in a meeting with the Emirati national security adviser that Iran supports the security of the Persian Gulf littoral states.

Amir-Abdollahian:

Iran never shies away from defending its national security

TEHRAN, Dec. 6 (MNA) – Foreign minister Hossein Amir-ABdollahian has stressed that Iran never shies away from defending its national security and preserving its territorial integrity.

Russian official:

Development of North-South corridor vital for Tehran, Moscow

TEHRAN, Dec. 6 (MNA) – Chairman of the Russian-Iranian Business Council (RIDS) called the development of the North-South International Corridor vital for Tehran and Moscow.

Raeisi:

Iran seeking to strengthen Tehran-Damascus ties

TEHRAN, Dec. 6 (MNA) – Emphasizing strengthening the foundations of the relations between Iran and Syria, especially in the economic and trade fields, Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi described the two countries' relations as strategic.

Three killed in gunmen clashes with Taliban in NE Afghanistan

TEHRAN, Dec. 6 (MNA) – Taliban officials in northeastern Afghan province of “Kapisa” said on Monday that two people and a Taliban force were killed in an attack by gunmen in clashes with Taliban forces.

Iran becomes champion of para-track and field in Asian games

TEHRAN, Dec. 6 (MNA) – The Iranian national Para Track and Field team won the Bahrain 2021 Asian Youth Para Games after winning 18 gold, 14 silver and 10 bronze medals.

President Raeisi meets UAE national security advisor

TEHRAN, Dec. 6 (MNA) – Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi held a meeting on Monday with the National Security Advisor of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

Shamkhani:

Stability, security achievable via regional dialogue, coop.

TEHRAN, Dec. 6 (MNA) – Iran's Secretary of Supreme National Security Council stressed that stability and security can only be achieved through continuous dialogue and cooperation between the regional countries.

Iranian President, Syrian foreign minister hold meeting

TEHRAN, Dec. 6 (MNA) – Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi met and held talks with Syrian Foreign Minister Faisal Mekdad on the bilateral issues and the latest developments in the region.

Cinéma Vérité unveils overseas full-length documentaries

TEHRAN, Dec. 6 (MNA) – Twelve documentaries by overseas filmmakers will be competing in the 15th edition of the Cinéma Vérité festival.

Macron tour reveals European double standards on Iran

TEHRAN, Dec. 6 (MNA) – The first official European assessment on the outcome of the recent round of Vienna talks came from Dubai, whence French President Emmanuel Macron announced the failure of the talks early on.