Five people shot and killed in northern Germany

TEHRAN, Jun. 29 (MNA) – Five people were shot and ​killed in a town in northern ‌Germany on Monday, and police said they detained two individuals, including the suspected shooter.

Germany records 26 swimming deaths during record-hot weekend

TEHRAN, Jun. 29 (MNA) – At least 26 people died while swimming in Germany over the weekend, according to the German Life Saving Association (DLRG), as the country clocked record-breaking temperatures.

Aref stresses need for enhanced cyber security

TEHRAN, Jun. 29 (MNA) – First Vice President Mohammadreza Aref says that there is an urgent necessary to enhance ceyber security amid the increased enemy's security threats.

Qatar condemns Israeli incursions in Syria

TEHRAN, Jun. 29 (MNA) – Qatar condemned an Israeli ground invasion into Syria, describing it as a “flagrant violation” of its sovereignty and international law.

Iran’s FM Araghchi lands in Najaf after Karbala visit

TEHRAN, Jun. 29 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi arrived in the holy city of Najaf on Monday after wrapping up his Karbala visit.

US grants waiver for Iranian oil exports under Islamabad MoU

TEHRAN, Jun. 29 (MNA) – The US Department of Treasury has issued waiver for the Iranian oil exports under a memorandum of understanding (MoU) inked between Iran and the United States in Islamabad dubbed “Islamabad MoU”.

Iran official says ‘no plan’ for direct US talks this week

TEHRAN, Jun. 29 (MNA) – Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi says there are currently no intentions of holding meetings with US officials from the “technical teams” in Qatar this week.

Iran chair confirmed at 11th Intl Hydrographic Conf. of ROPME

TEHRAN, Jun. 29 (MNA) – Director General of Maritime Safety and Protection of Ports and Maritime Organization Nader Pasandeh has revealed the presidency of the Islamic Republic of Iran was confirmed at 11th edition of International Hydrographic Conf.

Saudi foreign minister to visit China amid US-Iran tensions

TEHRAN, Jun. 29 (MNA) – Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud will pay a two-day official visit to China this week.

One killed in shooting at site of Calif. World Cup Fan Zone

TEHRAN, Jun. 29 (MNA) – One person was killed and another seriously injured on Sunday in a shooting at a popular entertainment spot in San Jose, US State of California, that has been hosting a World Cup “fan zone” screening matches, police said.

Iran, Afghanistan target $10bn in trade by 2029

TEHRAN, Jun. 29 (MNA) – Iran and Afghanistan are targeting $10 billion in annual bilateral trade within three years, an Iranian trade official said Monday.

Arrangement made to observe martyred Leader’s funeral in Iraq

TEHRAN, Jun. 29 (MNA) – Iran’s foreign minister held talks with the head of Iraq’s High Committee Coordinating Funeral Ceremonies for martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei aimed at preparing the event in Iraq.

Gharibabadi:

Iran, Oman hold 1st joint cmte. on Hormuz Strait in Muscat

TEHRAN, Jun. 29 (MNA) – Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for the Legal and International Affairs Kazem Gharibabadi revealed that the first joint committee between Iran and Oman on the Strait of Hormuz was held in the capital Muscat on Monday.

Macron, MBS discuss US-Iran escalation

TEHRAN, Jun. 29 (MNA) – French President Emmanuel Macron and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman have held a phone call on the escalating situation between Iran and the US.

Syrian Civil Defence mobilises after Israeli attacks

TEHRAN, Jun. 29 (MNA) – Syrian Civil Defence forces have mobilized after Israel’s attacks on the village of Abdeen in the Deraa countryside.

North Korea denounces US-Japan joint military drill

TEHRAN, Jun. 29 (MNA) – North Korea on Monday denounced a joint military exercise between the US and Japan, accusing Tokyo of using the "confusing" global situation to justify its transformation into a war nation.

$6bn of Iranian assets to return via Qatar: Pezeshkian

TEHRAN, Jun. 29 (MNA) – Iran's president said the recent ceasefire agreement is a great victory for the Iranian people, confirming that oil and petrochemical sanctions have been removed and that $6 billion in frozen funds will be returned via Qatar.

Iran FM hails natl. soccer team for superb performance at WC

TEHRAN, Jun. 29 (MNA) – Praising excellent performance of Iran’s national football team at FIFA World Cup 2026, the Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman emphasized that Team Melli outshined in the competition and defied the pressures.

Pakistani strikes kill dozens in Afghanistan

TEHRAN, Jun. 29 (MNA) – Pakistan launched airstrikes and sent ground troops into Afghan provinces along its border on Sunday, killing dozens, officials say.

Iran's defense sector continues to make steady progress: Gen.

TEHRAN, Jun. 29 (MNA) – A senior Army Force commander says that Iran has achieved sustained breakthroughs in the drone and air defense technology despite hostile media claims, highlighting steady progress across the country’s defense sector.

EU discussing new loan to Ukraine of 30-45 billion euros

TEHRAN, Jun. 28 (MNA) – The European Union is considering the possibility of providing Ukraine with a new loan of €30-45 bln in the event that the conflict continues after 2027.

Lebanon speaker slams US deal as 'diktat'

TEHRAN, Jun. 29 (MNA) – Lebanon's parliament speaker sharply condemned the deal signed in Washington as a "diktat" rather than an agreement to protect Lebanese rights, warning it could sow domestic strife and widen divisions to Israel's advantage.

Iran FM proposes collective regional security pact

TEHRAN, Jun. 29 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi called for an inclusive, home-grown security mechanism among Persian Gulf coastal states free of foreign military intervention.