Death toll in Israel’s genocidal war on Gaza reaches 73,381

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – The Health Ministry in Gaza says two Palestinians have been killed and one person wounded in Israeli attacks across the Strip over the latest 24-hour reporting period.

Senior lawmaker warns US to soon be expelled from region

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – The chairman of the Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Committee has warned Americans that they will soon be expelled from the region and from the countries that are hosting US bases.

Israel burns over 120-ha olive groves in southern Lebanon

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – The occupying regime of Israel burnt more than 120 hectares of centuries-old olive groves in southern Lebanon.

Iran, Pakistan emphasize strengthening trade, economic coop.

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – Officials from Iran and Pakistan have stressed the need to enhance cooperation in the fields of trade and economy, stressing the need to eliminate trade barriers in order to boost the level of bilateral trade ties.

FM Araghchi meets Iraqi officials during Arbaeen pilgrimage

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – Iranian foreign minister held meetings with senior Iraqi officials on the sidelines of the Arbaeen pilgrimage in Karbala, with discussions focusing on facilitating the movement of pilgrims and strengthening mutual cooperation.

Yemen strikes Saudi oil tanker in Red Sea

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – Yemen's Armed Forces announced on Wednesday they had targeted the Saudi oil tanker Wafa off Yanbu in the northern Red Sea with several ballistic missiles.

Leader’s office dismisses claim regarding Pezeshkian's letter

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – The Office of Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei has denied a claim circulating on social media about the Leader’s alleged reaction to a letter penned by Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian.

Riyadh stresses need to reduce tension with Iran via dialogue

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – Saudi ministers have emphasized the need to reduce tensions with the Islamic Republic of Iran through dialogue in their meeting with the crown price of the country.

Israeli forces raid Qalandiya camp in occupied West Bank

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – Israeli forces have raided the Qalandiya refugee camp, north of occupied al-Quds, arresting several people and “severely assaulting” a journalist.

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US interference delaying Iran-Oman deal on Strait of Hormuz

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – An informed source said US interference and threats by US President Donald Trump are the main reasons behind the delay in reaching an agreement between Iran and Oman regarding the Strait of Hormuz.

Experts urge heritage protection as UNESCO adds 6 MENA sites

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)'s latest World Heritage listings have highlighted an urgent need to protect the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) shared heritage, experts said.

China commited to preserving cultural legacy

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – For generations, porcelain makers in Jingdezhen have worked through a sequence of highly specialized tasks: preparing clay, shaping vessels, painting designs, applying glaze, and firing kilns.

PLA celebrates 99th founding anniversary

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – Saturday marked the 99th founding anniversary of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) as it continues its journey from a fledgling revolutionary force to a modern military advancing toward its centenary.

Radar hit cripples Saudi airport amid Yemeni retaliation

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – Yemeni Armed Forces have successfully knocked out the central radar system at a Saudi border airport, according to a report.

Explosion rocks Yemeni capital Sanaa

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – An airstrike targeted the Yemeni capital of Sanaa early Wednesday, causing a large explosion that residents said was heard across the city and in areas to the north.

Israeli regime builds more military bases in south Lebanon

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – The Israeli military is building at least seven new bases and dozens of kilometres of roads in southern Lebanon, according to Israeli media.

US’s THAAD interceptors depleted by up to 80%: Media

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – Several American media outlets say the US has used nearly all of its global stockpile of long-range precision missiles during the war on Iran.

Trump claims US having ‘very good discussions’ with Iran

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – US President Donald Trump has once again claimed that his country is in "very good" talks with the the Iranian side.

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Hormuz transit talks progressing positively

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – Iran and Oman are making headway in negotiations to establish safe shipping corridors in the Strait of Hormuz, focusing on transit routes that uphold the sovereign rights and security concerns of both coastal states.

Multiple blasts reported in UAE capital

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – Explosions and thick smoke were reported at the Jebel Ali industrial zone and port in southern Dubai early Wednesday, with Emirati officials acknowledging at least seven blasts in 20 minutes.