Russian defense min. meets with Iran dep. defense min.

TEHRAN, Apr. 27 (MNA) – Russian Defense Minister Andrey Belousov has held a meeting with Iranian Deputy Defense Minster Brigadier General Reza Talaei-Nik.

Araghchi says talks with Putin were very positive

TEHRAN, Apr. 27 (MNA) – Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said after his meeting with Vladimir Putin that the talks were "very positive."

Iran’s Kabaddi wins title of 2026 Asian Beach Games

TEHRAN, Apr. 27 (MNA) – Iran men’s kabaddi team defeated India 44-31 at the final match of the 2026 Asian Beach Games on Monday.

Iran advance to beach soccer final at 2026 Sanya

TEHRAN, Apr. 27 (MNA) – The Iranian national beach soccer team delivered a masterclass performance on Monday, dismantling Palestine 9-1 in the semifinals to punch their ticket to the championship match at the 2026 Asian Beach Games.

No country able to block Iran's oil exports: Gen. Rezaei

TEHRAN, Apr. 27 (MNA) – A member of the Expediency Council General Mohsen Rezaei says that no country is able to prevent Iran from exporting its oil.

Fifty hospitals damaged during enemy: health minister

TEHRAN, Apr. 27 (MNA) – Iran’s Minister of Healalth Mohammad Reza Zafarghandi has said that as many as 50 hospitals were damaged during the recent US and Zionist regime aggression on the country

Recent war showed Russia is Iran's great friend, ally

TEHRAN, Apr. 27 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said in a meeting with the Russian President that 'the recent war made it clear that Iran has great friends and allies like Russia."

Oil prices rise as Iran continues restrictions for US

TEHRAN, Apr. 27 (MNA) – Oil prices have risen after Iranian officials emphasized that the Strait of Hormuz will “under no circumstances” return to its previous state for the United States and its allies.

First flight of Hajj pilgrims departs for Medina

TEHRAN, Apr. 27 (MNA) – The first flight carrying Iranian Hajj pilgrims departed for Medina in Saudi Arabia on Monday.

Iran condemns terrorist attack in Mali: FM spox

TEHRAN, Apr. 27 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei has strongly condemned the terrorist attacks and massacre of people in Mali.

Lebanon truce impossible without Iran’s push: Hezbollah chief

TEHRAN, Apr. 27 (MNA) – Secretary-General of Hezbollah Resistance Movement Sheikh Naim Qassem has said Iran’s insistence on ending Israeli attack against Lebanon during talks with Washington was the main factor made a ceasefire with Israel possible.

Global military spending hits record $2.9 trillion in 2025

TEHRAN, Apr. 27 (MNA) – Global military spending reached nearly $2.9 trillion in 2025, marking an 11th consecutive year of growth, researchers said Monday, as insecurity and rearmament fueled defense budgets.

Pezeshkian congratulates South Africa on National Day

TEHRAN, Apr. 27 (MNA) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has congratulated the government and nation of South Africa on the occasion of that country’s National Day.

Ghalibaf:

US running out of card in economic standoff with Iran

TEHRAN, Apr. 27 (MNA) – Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baghaer Ghalibaf has said the United States has exhausted much of its leverage in an economic confrontation with Iran, arguing that Tehran still holds significant “cards” to play.

Talks with Araghchi on Hormuz were "good": Omani FM

TEHRAN, Apr. 27 (MNA) – Top Omani diplomat has expressed happiness with Sunday talks with visiting Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on the Strait of Hormuz.

Araghchi departs for Russia after visits to Pakistan and Oman

TEHRAN, Apr. 26 (MNA) – Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi departed for the Russian capital of Moscow on Sunday night after a short return visit to Pakistan.

Iran handball earn fourth win at 2026 Sanya

TEHRAN, Apr. 26 (MNA) – Iranian men’s beach handball team defeated Bahrain 2-0 (18-16, 18-16) in the 2026 Asian Beach Games on Sunday.

Resistance Front stronger, more united than ever

TEHRAN, Apr. 26 (MNA) – IRGC Quds Force Commander says that the Resistance Front is now more powerful and cohisive than ever.

Iran, France foreign ministers hold phone call

TEHRAN, Apr. 26 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has held a phone conversation with his French counterpart Jean-Noël Barrot to dicuss the latests about the ceasefire and reginal developments.

200,000 trucks can pass shared border crossing with Turkey

TEHRAN, Apr. 26 (MNA) – Government spokeswoman Fatemeh Mohajerani said Sunday as many as 200,000 trucks pass through Bazargan border crossing located in West Azarbaijan Province annually.

Araghchi returns to Pakistan

TEHRAN, Apr. 26 (MNA) – Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has landed back in Pakistan to hold meetings with Pakistani officials in contiuation of his diplomatic consultations.