US Homeland Security Secretary's bag stolen in DC

TEHRAN, Apr. 21 (MNA) – Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem fell victim to a thief while eating dinner at a downtown Washington, DC, restaurant Sunday night, the secretary confirmed Monday.

Australia fills gap after US beef exports to China halted

TEHRAN, Apr. 21 (MNA) – The United States's $2.5 billion beef trade to China has come to a halt as a result of tariffs war as Australia's cattle industry is enjoying a surge in demand from China for grain-fed beef.

China invites Taliban to Shanghai Cooperation Org. (SCO)

TEHRAN, Apr. 21 (MNA) – The Taliban says China has invited it to participate in a meeting of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) event.

Esteghlal draw versus struggling Havadar at Iran's league

TEHRAN, Apr. 21 (MNA) – Giant Tehranian team Esteghlal were held after a 2-2 draw in a Monday match versus another Tehranian team Havadar at the 2024/25 Iran’s Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL) on Monday.

Judiciary chief arrives in China to attend SCO supreme court

TEHRAN, Apr. 21 (MNA) – Iran's Judiciary Chief Qolam-Hossein Mohseni-Ejei has arrived in China to attend the 20th summit of the chairs of supreme courts from the nine member countries of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO).

Ayatollah Al-Sistani offers condolences on passing of Pope

TEHRAN, Apr. 21 (MNA) – The Office of the Supreme Religious Authority Ayatollah Ali Al-Husseini Al-Sistani on Monday offered his condolences on the passing of Pope Francis.

Haiti is nearing the 'point of no return', UN warns

TEHRAN, Apr. 21 (MNA) – Haiti, where rampant gang violence has surged in recent weeks, is approaching a "point of no return" leading to "total chaos," the UN special representative to the troubled Caribbean nation warned Monday.

Iran, Qatar FMs discuss nuclear talks, bilateral ties, Gaza

TEHRAN, Apr. 21 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and his Qatari counterpart Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani held a telephone conversation on Monday evening.

We had very good meetings on Iran: Trump

TEHRAN, Apr. 21 (MNA) – US President Donald Trump says that his negotiating team had very good meetings with Iranian negotiating team about the nuclear issue.

Pezeshkian:

Neither optimist nor pessimist about reaching deal with US

TEHRAN, Apr. 21 (MNA) – The Iranian president says that Tehran is ready for a deal with the United States on its nuclear issue within a certain framework that secures its national interests, adding that he is neither optimist nor pessimist about it.

Iran to increase nuts, caviar exports to Brazil: Agri. min.

TEHRAN, Apr. 21 (MNA) – Iran’s Minister of Agriculture Gholamreza Nouri Ghezeljeh has said that the export volume of caviar, dried nuts, kiwi fruit, pomegranate, and apple will increase to Brazil.

Iranians look up to IRGC as a shield, shelter: Bagheri

TEHRAN, Apr. 21 (MNA) – Major General Mohammad Bagheri, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces, has said that the Iranians look at the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), as the country’s strong and reliable shield against the enemies.

Hezbollah lauds Pope Francis for his call for dialogue

TEHRAN, Apr. 21 (MNA) – Hezbollah اhas offered condolences over the demise of Pope Francis, praising him for his call for interfaith dialogue.

Putin signs into law strategic agreement with Iran

TEHRAN, Apr. 21 (MNA) – Russian President Vladimir Putin signed the law on the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Treaty between his country and Iran on Monday.

FM Araghchi condoles demise of Pope Francis

TEHRAN, Apr. 21 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi offered his condolences on the demise of Pope Francis, the leader of the world's Catholics.

Israeli regime kills 39 Palestinians in past 24 hours in Gaza

TEHRAN, Apr. 21 (MNA) – Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have killed at least 39 Palestinians in the last 24 hours since Sunday, increasing the death toll from 18 months of war to 51,240, the enclave’s health ministry said.

Pezeshkian offers condolences on passing of Pope Francis

TEHRAN, Apr. 21 (MNA) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has offered his deep condolences on the demise of Pope Francis who died at the age of 88 on Monday.

Iran Para shooter Javanmardi to vie in 2028 Paralympic Games

TEHRAN, Apr. 21 (MNA) – Four-time Paralympic gold medalist Sareh Javanmardi has announced her intention to compete in 2028 Paralympic Games in Los Angeles. Previously, she had indicated that she would retire from the sport after the 2024 Paralympics.

China hails growing ties with Iran ahead of Araqchi's visit

TEHRAN, Apr. 21 (MNA) –Tehran and Beijing has significantly deepened the strategic partnership, including through joint infrastructure projects and enhanced trade relations.

Trump administration furious at Harvard, plans to pull $1 b

TEHRAN, Apr. 21 (MNA) – The Trump administration is reportedly preparing to cut an additional $1 billion in health research funding from Harvard University, following a week of intensifying conflict between the two sides.

Iran approves over $7 billion worth of foreign investment

TEHRAN, Apr. 21 (MNA) – Iran’s Foreign Direct Investment Board approved more than $7 billion within the framework of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) from several countries in different sectors.

Beijing warns nations of 'appeasing' US in tariff war

TEHRAN, Apr. 21 (MNA) – Beijing has vowed to retaliate if other countries strike trade deals with the US at the expense of China’s interests, in response to news that the US is pressuring trading partners to isolate China in negotiations.

Yemen launches 4 attacks on Israeli sites, American targets

TEHRAN, Apr. 21 (MNA) –Yemeni Armed Forces launched fresh attacks on Israeli sites and US Targets in the Region.

Moscow to host 18th Iran-Russia Joint Economic Commission

TEHRAN, Apr. 21 (MNA) – The 18th meeting of Iran-Russia Joint Economic Cooperation Commission will be held in Moscow with the aim of developing cooperation between the two countries.

Witkoff may travel to Russia again

TEHRAN, Apr. 21 (MNA) – Donald Trump’s envoy Steve Witkoff is likely to visit Russia again after talks with Ukraine in London this week.

Pope Francis passes away

TEHRAN, Apr. 21 (MNA) – Pope Francis has died at the age of 88, the Vatican has announced.

Tehran announces venue, purpose of Iran-US talks

TEHRAN, Apr. 21 (MNA) – The next round of US-Iran indirect talks will be held in Muscat, Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman announced, stressing that talks focus on nuclear issues and lifting sanctions.