China's private economy expands steadily in Q1

TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) –China's private economy reported steady growth in the first quarter of the year, boosted by a slew of supportive policies.

Innovation fuels development of China's private enterprises

TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) – Chinese private enterprises have embarked on a high-quality development path driven by strong innovation capabilities.

Russia-Iran trade turnover grows by 16.2% in 2024 to $4.8 bn

TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) – Trade turnover between Russia and Iran increased by 16.2% in 2024 to $4.8 billion, Russian Energy Minister Sergey Tsivilyov said.

Chinese private firms thrive on innovation, global ambition

TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) – Riding the wave of innovation and globalization, China's private enterprises are demonstrating robust growth and vitality, playing a crucial role in the country's economic landscape.

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Russia to fund construction of nuclear plant in Iran

TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) – Tehran and Moscow have agreed on the construction of a new nuclear power plant in Iran with a credit line allocated by Russia, Iranian Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad says.

China adopts measures to boost support for Pvt. companies

TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) – China is implementing a series of targeted measures to foster a favorable environment for private enterprises and promote growth in the private sector, said an official with the country's top economic planner.

China policy support boosts Pvt. sector healthy development

TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) – China's private sector saw robust industrial output growth in the first quarter of 2025, with its investment in manufacturing and innovation-driven development also accelerating.

Trump claims ready to meet Iran's president, Leader

TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) – US President Donald Trump has stated that he is ready to meet with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian or the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.

Yemen downs $200m worth of US drones in under six weeks

TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) – Yemen has shot down seven US Reaper drones worth more than $200m in recent weeks, marking the most significant material loss yet in Washington’s campaign against Yemenis.

Iran's culture minister due in Rome to attend Pope's funeral

TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) – Iran’s Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance left Tehran for Rome on Friday to attend the funeral ceremony of Pope Francis.

Iran summons dutch ambassador over baseless accusations

TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) – Iran's Foreign Ministry on Friday summoned the Dutch ambassador to Tehran over the unfounded allegations made by the Dutch National Security Agency against the Islamic Republic.

Russia, Iran ready to work on new overland gas corridors

TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) – Iranian and Russian officials expressed readiness during talks to continue working on joint projects of creating new overland gas corridors from Russia to Iran.

Almost 130,000 people bid farewell to Pope Francis in Rome

TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) – Almost 130,000 people have visited St. Peter’s Basilica to pay their final respects to Pope Francis since Wednesday.

Pakistan, India exchange gunfire on Line of Control

TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) – Indian and Pakistani armed forces exchanged gunfire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir.

Iran calls claims by Netherlands as baseless

TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) – The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in the Netherlands, in a statement, called any Iranian involvement in assassination operations in Europe baseless.

Five people killed in small plane crash in Thailand

TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) – Five people were killed after a small plane crashed into the water in Thailand.

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Thievy Bifouma joins Persepolis

TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) – Iran’s Persepolis football club has reportedly finalized a contract with French forward Thievy Bifouma.

Iran's foreign minister to visit Muscat for talks with US

TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi will travel to Muscat on Friday evening at the head of a diplomatic and technical-expert delegation to engage in indirect negotiations with the United States.

Iran, Indonesia foreign ministers discuss bilateral ties 

TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held a telephone conversation with Sugiono, Indonesia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, to discuss bilateral relations and regional and international developments.

Iran condemns Israeli aggression in Gaza, Lebanon

TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) – Spokesperson for Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Esmaeil Baghaei, strongly condemned the continued acts of aggression and terrorism committed by the Israeli regime in Gaza and Lebanon.

Trump says effort for Iran nuclear deal going well

TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) – President Donald Trump on Thursday said that the US-Iran talks to reach a deal are going well.

NATO important for Europe: US president

TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) – US President Donald Trump said the North Atlantic Treaty Organization is very important for Europe.

ICC rejects Israel request to cancel Netanyahu arrest warrant

TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) – The Appeals Chamber of the International Criminal Court (ICC) has rejected Israel’s request to cancel or suspend the arrest warrants issued for the regime’s prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, and former war minister.