Gen. Bagheri issues stark warning against any attack on Iran

TEHRAN, Feb. 19 (MNA) – "If Iran's security is threatened, the security of the entire Southwest Asian region, the creators of insecurity and their regional allies will be threatened," according to the chief of the staff of Iranian armed forces.

Egypt, Spain reaffirm opposition to US plan for Gaza

TEHRAN, Feb. 19 (MNA) – Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez have reaffirmed their opposition to US President Donald Trump’s controversial plan to “take over” Gaza and displace Palestinians.

Iran victorious over Uzbekistan in 2025 AFC U20 Asian Cup

TEHRAN, Feb. 19 (MNA) – Iran beat Uzbekistan 2-1 in their final AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2025 Group C tie at the Shenzhen Youth Football Training Base Pitch 1 on Wednesday.

Leader:

Expansion of ties with neighbors Iran's definitive policy

TEHRAN, Feb. 19 (MNA) – Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has told Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani that expansion of ties with neighboring states is Iran's definitive policy.

Deadly floods, record-breaking cold grip multiple US states

TEHRAN, Feb. 19 (MNA) – At least 14 people have died as catastrophic flooding and severe winter weather wreak havoc across multiple states in the US, with rescue operations continuing amid rising waters and plunging temperatures.

AEOI chief:

Iran launches pilot project to extract, purify helium from natural gas for first time

TEHRAN, Feb. 19 (MNA) – The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran says Iran has launched a pilot project for extracting and purifying helium from natural gas for the first time, praising the move as a “strategic step” for the country.

Pezeshkian, Qatari Emir stress expansion of trade ties

TEHRAN, Feb. 19 (MNA) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim held a joint news conference in Tehran on Wednesday, during which they said that the two nations have decided to broaden their trade ties.

Trump vows tariffs on autos, pharmaceuticals, semiconductors

TEHRAN, Feb. 19 (MNA) – US President Trump announced he is planning to impose tariffs on semiconductors and pharmaceuticals "in the neighborhood of 25%" on Tuesday.

Iran, Russia stress boosting marine coop. through Caspian Sea

TEHRAN, Feb. 19 (MNA) – Deputy Minister of Transport of the Russian Federation and his Iranian counterpart underline developing marine cooperation and combined transit through the Caspian Sea.

Israel to release longest-serving Palestinian inmate Nael al-Barghouti

TEHRAN, Feb. 19 (MNA) – Nael al-Barghouti, the longest-serving Palestinian inmate, is to be released on Saturday after over four decades in Israeli prisons, under the ceasefire agreement between Israel and the Palestinian Hamas Resistance movement.

Israeli regime strikes southern Lebanon with drone

TEHRAN, Feb. 19 (MNA) – Local media have reported a new Israeli regime's aerial aggression on the south of Lebanon with a drone, resulting in casualties.

Emir of Qatar arrives in Tehran on state visit

TEHRAN, Feb. 19 (MNA) – Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Emir of Qatar, arrived in Tehran earlier on Wednesday on an official visit.

White House labels Zelensky ‘short-sighted’

TEHRAN, Feb. 19 (MNA) – The White House has criticized Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelensky as “short-sighted” for refusing to sign a deal that would grant Washington access to Ukraine’s mineral resources.

Iran-China oil flows surge as traders circumvent US sanctions

TEHRAN, Feb. 19 (MNA) – Iran's oil shipments to China have surged this month as traders navigated logistical hurdles caused by stricter US restrictions, allowing delayed cargoes to reach the world's top crude importer.

Emir of Qatar departs for Iran

TEHRAN, Feb. 19 (MNA) – Qatar’s Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, left Doha for Tehran to hold talks with Iranian officials.

Riyadh talks crucial step towards resolution in Ukraine

TEHRAN, Feb. 19 (MNA) – The Riyadh negotiations between Russia and the US are a crucial step towards a future resolution in Ukraine, said presidential Spokesman Dmitry Peskov.

Shooting reported outside Afghanistan's interior ministry

TEHRAN, Feb. 19 (MNA) – Local sources reported a shooting outside the Afghan interior ministry in the country's capital.

Zionists say;

Yemen may resume attacks against Israel

TEHRAN, Feb. 19 (MNA) – Zionists say that there is a possibility for the resumption of Yemen attacks against the Israeli regime.

Iran unveils Golaleh destroyer drone

TEHRAN, Feb. 19 (MNA) – In a major boost to Iran’s military capabilities, the ‘Golaleh’ destroyer drone was officially delivered to the IRGC Ground Forces in a ceremony attended by the Chief of Staff of Iran’s Armed Forces.

"Our hands are on the trigger," IRGC commander warns

TEHRAN, Feb. 19 (MNA) – The Commander of Iran’s Army Ground Forces issued a strong warning, reaffirming Iran’s military preparedness and commitment to resistance against hostile forces.

Iran unveils Qaem-118 air defense missile

TEHRAN, Feb. 19 (MNA) – The Qaem-118 air defense missile was unveiled during the second phase of the IRGC Ground Forces' Great Prophet 19 military exercise.

Hamas rejects Israel’s demand for disarmament

TEHRAN, Feb. 19 (MNA) – The Palestinian Resistance movement Hamas has rejected the Israeli regime’s demand for its disarmament and withdrawal from the Gaza Strip, Hamas Spokesman Hazem Qassem said.

Iran rejects reports on deportation of Iranians from Lebanon

TEHRAN, Feb. 19 (MNA) – The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran categorically denies recent reports alleging the deportation of Iranian citizens from Lebanon, describing them as unfounded rumors.

Iran detains Israeli-linked individual in Ardabil

TEHRAN, Feb. 19 (MNA) – Iranian intelligence forces arrested an Israeli-linked individual in the west of the country on charges of espionage and ideological subversion.