'Hands on trigger': Iran ready to counter any threat

TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) – Reacting to Trump's adventurism in the region, a top Iranian commander said the country’s armed forces are ready to counter any external threat that aims to undermine the Islamic Republic’s peace and security.

Iran, Pakistan to open third border crossing soon

TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) – Iran and Pakistan are set to open a third terminal in their borders in the near future in a bid to boost trade between the two neighbors.

US renews waiver for Iraq to import Iranian gas, electricity

TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) – An Iraqi official said that Washington has extended a waiver for Baghdad to resume importing Iran’s electricity and gas for three more months.

‘Better than Neil Armstrong’ wins at Italian filmfest.

TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) – Iranian short film ‘Better than Neil Armstrong’ has won two awards at the sixth edition of Via Dei Corti film festival in Italy.

Ali Karimi joins Qatar’s Al Duhail on loan

Tehran, Jan. 05 (MNA) – Iranian midfielder Ali Karimi has joined Al Duhail on loan till the season end.

Late Ayat. Mesbah Yazdi also famous among Sunnis: Zakzaki

TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) – Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaki, Leader of Islamic Movement of Nigeria (IMN), hailed salient characteristics of senior Iranian cleric late Ayatollah Mesbah Yazdi, saying the Ayatollah was famous not only among Shias but also Sunnis.

Pakistan committed to cooperating with Iran on border issues

TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) – Pakistan's Minister of Interior Sheikh Rasheed Ahmad said that Islamabad is committed to cooperating closely with Iran on border issues and the fight against drug trafficking.

S. Korean delegation to negotiate release of ship in Iran

TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) – A South Korean delegation is to pay a visit to Iran to negotiate the release of a Korean oil tanker seized by the IRGC.

Iran COVID-19 update:

Daily deaths turned two-digit after some 6 months

TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) – The Iranian Health Ministry reported double-digit Covid-19 deaths in the country, confirming 6,113 COVID-19 infections and 98 deaths due to respiratory disease in the past 24 hours.

Iran must be safe haven for investors

TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) – President Rouhani said on Tue. that Ira must be safe haven for legal investors.

Iran detects first UK variant of COVID-19

TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) – Iran has registered its first case of a highly contagious coronavirus variant that emerged in Britain.

DC deploys National Guard ahead of Trump protesters’ rally

TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) – The US capital has mobilized the National Guard ahead of planned protests by Donald Trump supporters in the lead-up to the congressional vote affirming Joe Biden’s election victory.

1000 centrifuges being installed: AEOI chief

TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) – Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Ali Akbar Salehi said that Iran will enrich 8 to 9 kg of 20% uranium monthly adding 1000 centrifuges are being installed.

Deputy Quds Force Cmdr.:

Israelis, Saudis plotting for creating crisis in region

TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) – Deputy Commander of IRGC Quds Force said that Zionist regime and Saudi Arabia are plotting to create crisis in the region in order to take revenge on Iran.

Tehran to Brussels:

'Think of your noncommitment instead of expressing concern'

TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) – The government spokesman said that the EU, instead of expressing concern over Iran's use of its own rights, should do sth about its noncommitments under JCPOA.

Tehran ahead of Tel Aviv in missile production: Ex-Zionist PM

TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) – Acknowledging Iran's capabilities, Former Zionist regime Prime Minister Ehud Barak said that Iran is ahead of Israel in producing missiles and enriching uranium.

S. Korea puts Iranain frozen assets at $9.2bn

TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) – Iranian funds frozen at South Korean banks under US sanctions hovers around 10 trillion won (US$9.2 billion), South Korea says.

US coalition convoy attacked in Iraq's Saladin again

TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) – Another US coalition logistics convoy was targeted by a roadside bomb on Tuesday morning in Saladin province.

Iran ready to test advanced generation of COVID-19 vaccine

TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) – Virology Research Director of Pasteur Institute of Iran said the the country is ready to enter human test in advanced generation of coronavirus, COVID-19, vaccine.

Beijing reacts to 20% uranium enrichment by Tehran

TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) – A Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman called on all JCPOA parties to remain exercise restraint after Iran's announcement over the start of 20% uranium enrichment.

Seoul reviewing diplomat visit to Tehran after tanker seizure

Tehran, Jan. 05 (MNA) – A South Korean official said the Foreign Ministry of the country is reviewing its diplomat's visit to Tehran following the seizure of its tanker by Iran due to repeated violations of environmental laws.

Iraqi army thwarts ISIL attacks on north of Baghdad

TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) – Iraqi army forces thwarted an operation by ISIL takfiri terrorists to attack Tarmiyah in the north of Baghdad.

Armenian economic, trade delegation to visit Iran next month

TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) – A high-level delegation from the public and private sectors, headed by the Armenian Minister of Economy, will travel to Tehran early next month to advance trade and economic goals, announced an Iranian official at TPO.

'Red Notice' request against Trump submitted to Interpol

TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) – The request to issue a 'Red Notice' against Trump and some other criminals was submitted to Interpol.

Iran envoy, Korean FM official meet to discuss tanker seizure

TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) – Iran's ambassador in Seoul met with a South Korean foreign ministry official on Tuesday to address the seizure of an oil tanker in the Persian Gulf waters.

Iran 1st large-scale drone combat exercise kicks off (+video)

TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) – The first large-scale drone combat exercise of Iran’s Army kicked off in Semnan on Tue. with the participation of hundreds of UAVs used by Army’s Ground Force, Air Force and Navy.

S.Korea seeking release of tanker through diplomatic efforts

TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) – In reaction to the seizure of a South Korean flagged tanker in the Persian Gulf, the country's Foreign Minister Kang Kyung-wha said that she seeks the release of the tanker and its crew through diplomatic efforts.

Start of 20% enrichment to restore Iran's strong position

TEHRAN, Jan. 05 (MNA) – Iranian Parliament Speaker said the start of 20% uranium enrichment will restore Iran's strong position in the face of lawbreakers.