Institutionalizing resistance Resistance FilmFest's function

TEHRAN, Nov. 22 (MNA) –The Cinema Organization of Iran director said institutionalizing the social concept of resistance is one of the functions of 16th Resistance International Film Festival.

Resistance cinema should portray global oppression

TEHRAN, Nov. 22 (MNA) – American documentarian and Press TV anchor Marzieh Hashemi said that the Resistance International Film Festival brings together the currents of resistance in the world.

Zarif congratulates new Syrian FM on his election

TEHRAN, Nov. 22 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister congratulated Faisal Mekdad on his election as the new Syrian FM on Sunday.

Razavi Khorasan-Afghanistan economic commission to be held

TEHRAN, Nov. 22 (MNA) – An official from Razavi Khorasan Governorate said the province's joint economic coop. commission with Afghanistan is to be held in Mashhad to facilitate mutual economic ties.

Police seize over 1 ton of narcotics in Isfahan province

TEHRAN, Nov. 22 (MNA) – The police forces of Isfahan province in central Iran have seized over 1 ton of illicit drugs in a single operation.

Iran exports $100,000 worth of sedans to Spain: IRICA

TEHRAN, Nov. 22 (MNA) -- Spokesman of the Islamic Republic of Iran said that $100,000 worth of passenger cars were exported from the country to Spain last year (ended March 20, 2020).

Syrian president appoints new Foreign Minister

TEHRAN, Nov. 22 (MNA) – Syrian president appointed Faisal Mekdad as the new foreign minister and Bashar Jaafari as the country's permanent representative to the UN.

Gunmen attack Nigerian mosque, kill 5, abduct many: Report

TEHRAN, Nov. 22 (MNA) – Gunmen attacked a Friday congregational mosque killing five worshippers and abducting many others in Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State.

Gharibabadi:

Iran to operate 174 IR-M2 centrifuges at Natanz facility

TEHRAN, Nov. 22 (MNA) – Iran's Permanent Representative to International Organizations Kazem Gharibabadi says the country will operate 174 advanced IR-M2 centrifuges at Natanz nuclear facility.

“Glauber, Claro” to be displayed in Iran’s “Cinema Verite”

TEHRAN, Nov. 22 (MNA) – César Meneghetti’s bio-documentary “Glauber, Claro” will be displayed in the portrait section of the 14th Iran International Documentary Film Festival “Cinema Verite”.

Indonesia to study Iran's proposal to build oil refinery

TEHRAN, Nov. 22 (MNA) – Indonesia will study a proposal from Iran to build an oil refinery, as it seeks to expand its oil refining capacity by 500,000 barrels per day (bpd) in the next seven years.

Iran ready to transfer medical experience to Iraq

TEHRAN, Nov. 22 (MNA) – The Cultural Attaché of the Embassy of Iran and the former Prime Minister of Iraq conferred on the expansion of bilateral cultural and scientific relations on Sunday.

Iran’s exports to EU hit a 13% growth in nine months

TEHRAN, Nov. 22 (MNA) - Iran’s export of non-oil products to the European Union registered a 13 percent hike in the nine months of the current year in 2020 (from Jan. to Sept).

Iranian play 'Labor' to be performed in Red Curtain Intl Fest

TEHRAN, Nov. 22 (MNA) – Iranian play 'Labor' will be performed on 28 and 29 November in the online international Red Curtain Theatre Festival.

FODASUN holds webinar on Avicenna's philosophy in West

TEHRAN, Nov. 22 (MNA) – The Foundation of Dialogue and Solidarity of United Nations held a webinar on "The Study of Ibn Sina's Philosophy in the West" on Thursday, November 19.

Saudi begging for role in possible talks with Iran

TEHRAN, Nov. 22 (MNA) – Repeating baseless accusations against Iran Saudi Arabia’s foreign minister said that Riyadh should be part of any future talks.

Veteran voice actor Changiz Jalilvand passes away

TEHRAN, Nov. 22 (MNA) – Renowned Iranian voice actor Changiz Jalilvand passed away in Tehran on Sunday at the age of 80.

Shooting in US leaves 2 killed, 2 injured on Saturday

TEHRAN, Nov. 22 (MNA) – Two people were killed and two others wounded after a shooting Saturday night in Nebraska, police said.

IRGC chief:

Iran’s resistance drove US away from its strategic position

TEHRAN, Nov. 22 (MNA) – Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Major says the Islamic Revolution’s resistance power has managed to weaken the US’ strategic position.

FAO supporting Iran in fight against Desert Locust

TEHRAN, Nov. 22 (MNA) – Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) provides Islamic Republic of Iran with additional pesticide sprayers, backing the country in the fight against Desert Locust.

Iran-Afghanistan coop. of particular importance: Atmar

TEHRAN, Nov. 22 (MNA) – Appreciating the role of Iran FM's in developing relations between Iran and Afghanistan, Foreign Minister Mohammed Haneef Atmar said that the two countries' cooperation is of particular importance.

'Karrar' tanks passing final tests by Army Ground Forces

TEHRAN, Nov. 22 (MNA) – The Commander of Iran's Army Ground Force Brigadier General Kioumars Heidari said Iranian homegrown military tank "Karrar" is passing its final tests to be used by the forces.

70% discount on port tariffs for foreign traders in Chabahar

TEHRAN, Nov. 22 (MNA) – PMO's Deputy Head for Ports and Economic Affairs said India, Afghanistan, and CIC countries can enjoy up to 70% discount on port tariffs in Chabahar Port.

Above 13k of new Covid-19 cases in Iran

TEHRAN, Nov. 20 (MNA) – The Iranian Health Ministry has confirmed 13,053 COVID-19 infections and 475 deaths due to the disease in the past 24 hours.

Iran, Armenia to hold 2nd webinar on cultural relations

TEHRAN, Nov. 22 (MNA) – The second edition of the webinar on Iran-Armenia cultural relations will be held this week.

12 Iranian professors among most cited researchers in world

TEHRAN, Nov. 22 (MNA) – According to the newly unveiled list of Highly Cited Researchers™ 2020 by Clarivate (WoS), 12 Iranian researchers were among the most prominent researchers in the world.

Lifting sanctions on Syria in coronavirus period necessary

TEHRAN, Nov. 22 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Zarif stressed the need to lift oppressive and unjust sanctions against the Syrian government and people, especially in the period of the coronavirus pandemic.

Iranian cinematographer wins Golden Frog at CAMERIMAGE 2020

TEHRAN, Nov. 22 (MNA) – Iranian cinematographer has won Golden Frog award at the 28th edition of the International Film Festival of the Art of Cinematography EnergaCAMERIMAGE.

US withdrawal from Open Skies Treaty comes into force on Sun.

TEHRAN, Nov. 22 (MNA) – The United States ceased being a party to the Open Skies Treaty (OST) on Sunday.