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Afghanistan halts oil products imports from Iran
TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – Afghan officials halted imports of oil products from Iran as of May 12, 2019.
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Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Kabul to expand medical coop.
TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – The chancellor of Tehran University of Medical Sciences met and held alks with the Ambassador of Afghanistan to Iran in an effort to boost medical and scientific cooperation.
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IFX ranks 1st among WFE members
TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – According to the latest figures released by the World Federation of Exchanges (WFE), the main index of Iran's over-the-counter (OTC) market, also known as Iran Fara Bourse, IFX, ranks the first among the 77 federation members, with the best performing total return index.
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3 Iranian animations go to Croatia’s Vafi & Rafi filmfest.
TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – Three Iranian short animated pieces, including ‘Sink’ and ‘On the Cover’ have made it into the competition program of the 10th Vafi & Rafi International Children and Youth Animation Film Festival in Croatia.
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UNHCR rep.:
Iran’s services in field of immigrants, ‘exemplary’
TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – Representative of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in the Islamic Republic of Iran Ivo Freijsen said that services rendered by the Islamic Republic of Iran in the field of immigrants are ‘exemplary and unique of its kind’.
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US envoy to Baghdad threatens Iran
TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – The US Ambassador to Iraq Matthew H. Tueller accused Iran of interfering in Iraqi affairs.
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By: Afshin Majlesi
Cool destinations to go if you need to escape heat in Tehran
TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – If you can’t stand the heat in Tehran and want to take a break, don’t be disappointed!
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Bibi Yanlu forest park, a unique sanctuary for nature aficionados
ASTARA, May 19 (MNA) – Bibi Yanlu forest park in Astara, Gilan province, is one of the largest Hyrcanian mixed forests in northern Iran. Covering an area of 1,512 hectares near the borders of the Republic of Azerbaijan, the park offers unique and bewildering landscapes for the travelers passing the green route.
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By: Hanif Ghaffari
John Bolton's political death
TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – John Bolton, US National Security Advisor, continues to promote war and terror and violence in his foreign policy. Bolton's title is basically tied to crime, war, and terror. Many American analysts say the National Security Adviser to the Trump government has become the symbol of the White House's failure in the international system.
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Iran, France envoys to Baghdad discuss regional developments
TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – The Iranian and French ambassadors to Iraq met in Baghdad on Sunday to discuss regional developments.
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Meysam Abdolahinezhad
Haleem, Ramadan's favorite food
TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – Haleem is Ramadan’s favorite food in Iran. It is made from wheat or barley, and meat.
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Lebanese approach; Yemeni experience
TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – The release of a film which showed a Hezbollah force waving their flag at an Israeli base in southern Lebanon from Almanar was the new stage of Hezbollah's military strategy; management of public opinion!
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1.5 tons of drugs seized in Iran’s Zahedan
TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – The police forces of the Sistan and Baluchestan province, southeastern Iran have successfully seized 1.5 tons of opium in Zahedan.
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Heads of joint trade chambers of Iran with neighbor countries to hold 1st meeting
TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – The caretaker of the Trade Promotion Organization of Iran (TPO) Mohammadreza Modoudi announced that the first meeting of advisory council of the heads of Iran joint commerce chambers with neighbor countries will be held on Monday.
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VIDEO: Hackers interrupt Eurovision Webcast with footages of Israeli crimes
TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – According to Quds news agency, hackers interrupted the Israeli webcast of Eurovision contest by displaying images of Gaza, a funeral for Palestinian martyres and the wailing of a bereaved mother. Israel's hosting of the 2019 version of the European music competition has drawn pro-Palestinian boycott calls to protest against the regime's policies.
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By: Mehdi Hosseinnejadi
'Cactus paradise' in Astara
ASTARA, May 19 (MNA) – The permanent exhibition of 'Cactus Paradise' in Astara port town in northwestern Gilan is a popular tourist spot. The exhibition showcases 2,200 types of cacti from across the world.
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Iran, Iraq hold meeting on dredging Arvand River
TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – Iranian and Iraqi delegations held a joint meeting to study dredging Arvand River (Shatt al-Arab) in Iranian southwestern city of Khorramshahr in Khouzestan, on Sunday.
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Iran’s health min. to attend WHA72
TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – Iran’s Minister of Health, Treatment and Medical Education Saeed Namaki will participate at the 72nd World Health Assembly (WHA72) in Geneva, Switzerland.
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Indigenous firewall installed on industrial control systems: ICT min.
TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – Iranian ICT Minister Jahromi said Sunday an indigenous firewall has been installed on the country’s industrial control systems under the Siemens brand to repel cyber attacks.
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VIDEO: Iftar banquet in Gaza on rubble of building destroyed by Israeli regime
TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – Palestinian families held an Iftar dinner on the rubble of a building destroyed by Israeli regime’s shelling, in Gaza, on Saturday.
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By: Majid Haghdoust
Representatives from economic sectors meet with judiciary chief
TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – A meeting was held between those involved in the business and economic sectors, entrepreneurs and producers and Judiciary Chief Hojjatoleslam Seyyed Ebrahim Raeisi late on Saturday.
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Marco Octavio parts company with Iran beach soccer team
TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – Iran national beach soccer team has parted company with Brazilian coach Marco Octavio.
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We don’t want war, but ready to counter threats: IRGC cmdr.
TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Major General Hossein Salami highlighted the elite force’s position at the forefront of countering the enemies, saying the Islamic Republic does not want war with any country but is ready to foil the possible threats.
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IRGC dep. coordinator:
IRGC able to operate beyond its capabilities
TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – The IRGC Deputy Coordinator Admiral Ali Fadavi said that IRGC is strong enough to operate even beyond what it is doing right now.
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Libyan GNA preparing for broad military operation against Haftar forces
TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – The forces of the Libyan Government of National Accord (GNA) announced on Saturday preparations for a broader military operation in Tripoli against the Libyan National Army (LNA), headed by Saudi-backed Marshal Khalifa Haftar.
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Al-Jubeir repeats baseless accusations against Iran
TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Adel al-Jubeir made baseless accusations against Tehran at a Sunday press conference.
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Ex-CIA chief Brennan, top N-deal negotiator Sherman to brief Dems on Iran: report
TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – Former CIA director John Brennan and top negotiator of the Iran nuclear deal, Wendy Sherman, will brief Democrats on the situation in Iran amid Trump administration’s heightened tension with Tehran.
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Iran celebrates World Telecommunication Day by unveiling 4 projects
TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – Iran hosted a ceremony Sun. to mark the 50th anniversary of World Telecommunication Day, during which four telecommunication projects were unveiled in the presence of ICT minister.
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Minerals account for 21% share of non-oil exports
TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – Statistics show that minerals accounted for 21 percent of non-oil exports in the country.
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Germany, EU should help reduce Iran-US tensions: German MP
TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – Member of Parliament at the German Bundestag Olaf in der Beek called on moderate approaches by Iran and US while supporting the Iranian nuclear deal.