President Pezeshkian:

Iran ready to give assurances to US it won't build nukes

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – "If the US government is really concerned about alleged Iran's development of nuclear weapons, we are ready to give assurances," according to President Masoud Pezeshkian on Monday.

NYU withholds diploma of graduate who condemned Gaza war

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – New York University (NYU) has withheld the diploma of a student who used his graduation speech to accuse the US of supporting "genocide" in Gaza, Western media reported.

Conversation with Trump was frank and substantive: Putin

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – Russian President Vladimir Putin says phone talk with US counterpart Donald Trump which lasted 2 hours on Monday was frank and substantive.

Trump call with Putin ends after more than two hours: WH

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – US President Donald Trump and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin held a phone conversation amid efforts to reach a ceasefire deal in the war in Ukraine.

Iran opposes any external intervention in Syria: Diplomat

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – A senior Iranian diplomat says Iran firmly opposes any form of external intervention in Syria, tressing that it is the Syrian people who must move toward political, ethnic and cultural unity through dialogue.

Saudi air resumes Iran hajj flights for 1st time since 2015

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – A Saudi airline has resumed flights for Iranian hajj pilgrims to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) for the first time in a decade, the latest sign of the warming ties between the countries.

Iran not to change stance on enrichment: FM Araghchi

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – The Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has reacted to Monday remarks by White House spokeswoman on Iran's right to enrichment, saying "No matter how much they repeat it, our positions will not change."

Qatari official:

Use of AI in science matter a lot to Islamic countries

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – The special aide to Qatar’s Minister of Higher Education says that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in scientific areas is of paramount importance for Islamic countries.

Regional states support Iran-US talks as peace needed: FM

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says that regional states have a positive approach to Iran-US nuclear talks as the negotiations contribute to regional peace.

Israeli forces kill 136 Palestinians in Gaza in 24 hours

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – Palestinian Ministry of Health on Monday said on Monday that 136 Palestinians were martyred by the occupying regime of Israel in the Gaza Strip over the past 24 hours.

'Muslim countries should voice immediate concern on AI'

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – Malaysia’s Minister of Higher Education, Zambry bin Abdul Kadir, has put emphasis on the development of the right content for the artificial intelligence (AI) systems. 

Amid improving environment;

China's inbound tourism continues heating up

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – China's inbound tourism has maintained strong momentum, with a sharp rise in both international arrivals and visitor spending, buoyed by streamlined visa policies and an improved travel environment, according to officials.

China Economic Roundtable

China's inbound tourism market boasts vast potential

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – China's inbound tourism market holds immense potential, driven by continued policy optimization that aims to ease access for international travelers and improve the overall travel experience across the country, experts say.

We are going to take over all of Gaza: Netanyahu

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – Occupying Israeli regime's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says the regime seeks to occupy all of Gaza Strip, while allowing some aid under immense pressure to enter the enclave.

China Economic Roundtable

"China Travel" trending amid visa, tax policy boost

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – China's optimized visa and tax refund policies have given a boost to inbound tourism, fueling the trending of "China Travel" globally, officials said.

UK summons Iranian ambassador

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – Britain has summoned Iranian Ambassador Ali Mousavi on Monday in response to three Iranian nationals being charged in the European country.

Iran FM holds meeting with visiting Hamas officials in Tehran

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met with a delegation from Hamas's Political Bureau n Tehran on Monday.

China Economic Roundtable

China Travel thrives on policy-driven convenience

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – China's inbound tourism has continued to gain momentum as the country further strengthened policy support to attract more international tourists by easing access and improving their overall travel experience.

Ministerial Meeting of OIC-15 Dialogue Platform ends in Iran

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – The 2nd Ministerial Meeting of the OIC-15 Dialogue Platform concluded in Iran on Monday, May 19, 2025.

5 killed, 2 injured in north Afghanistan road accident

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – Five members of a family were killed and two others sustained injuries in a tragic road accident in northern Afghanistan's Kunduz province on Monday, a local official reported.

Israel resumes airstrikes in Gaza after ground op fails

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – The Israeli aggression on Gaza escalated early overnight Sunday, with the occupation's warplanes launching more than 40 air raids on Khan Younis, in the southern part of the Strip, on Monday morning.

Two million Palestinians ‘starving’ in Gaza: WHO

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – Director General of World Health Organization (WHO) Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus says that Israel’s deliberate blocking of aid is driving up the risk of famine, saying that two million Palestinians are starving in Gaza.

Iran, Iraq FMs meet in Tehran

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – The foreign ministers of Iran and Iraq have held a meeting in Tehran on Monday.

IRICA chief:

Iran customs ready to facilitate trade with Asia–Pacific

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – The president of the Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA) says his administration is ready to contribute to trade facilitation, digital transformation, and data sharing initiatives across Asia-Pacific region.

Iran calls for mechanism for joint programs among SCO member

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – Pezeshkian emphasized that a joint financial mechanism would help foster political, economic, cultural, and scientific interactions among SCO members.

Iran’s cultural heritage min. meets Pope Leo XIV in Vatican

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – Iran's Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri met with Pope Leo XIV in Vatican on Monday to convey cultural, civilizational, and humanistic message from the Iranian nation.

Iran air defense capabilities up by several times: Bagheri

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – Major General Mohammad Bagheri, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran, says the capabilities and preparedness of the country's air defense has increased by several times compared to last year.

Indonesia searches for 19 after landslide at gold mine

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – Indonesian rescue teams were searching for 19 people missing after heavy rain caused a landslide at a gold mine in its easternmost region of Papua, officials said on Monday.