Colonial states cannot tolerate Iran’s power: IRGC

TEHRAN, Aug. 09 (MNA) – Deputy Commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) Real Admiral Ali Fadavi said that colonial countries cannot stand Iran’s power and authority in the world.

Iran warns Israeli regime over illegal presence in Persian Gulf

TEHRAN, Aug. 09 (MNA) – Iran has reacted to the Zionist regime’s announcement that it would join the US’ so-called maritime coalition in the Persian Gulf, warning that Washington and Tel Aviv will be responsible for the consequences of such decision.

Iran, Iraq consider killing US dollar in bilateral trades: ambassador

TEHRAN, Aug. 09 (MNA) – In line with the efforts to boost the economic ties between Iran and Iraq, the two neighboring countries are considering ways to include local currencies in their bilateral trades to reduce reliance on US dollar, says the Iraqi ambassador to Tehran.

Security commission spox:

US-led Persian Gulf coalition doomed to failure

TEHRAN, Aug. 09 (MNA) – A senior Iranian lawmaker lambasted the US’ decision to establish a maritime coalition in the Persian Gulf region, which Washington purports would seek to beef up maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz, saying its efforts will definitely be to no avail.

US drone crashes near Baghdad: Report

TEHRAN, Aug. 09 (MNA) – A US spy drone has crashed in northern Baghdad region, reported Iraq’s Buratha News Agency on Friday.

Iranian wrestlers win seven medals at 2019 Tbilisi Grand Prix

TEHRAN, Aug. 09 (MNA) – Iranian wrestlers collected three golds, one silver and three bronze medals at 2019 edition of Tbilisi Grand Prix of V. Balavadze and G. Kartozia in Georgia on Thursday.

Designated German head of INSTEX forced to resign

TEHRAN, Aug. 09 (MNA) – Former German diplomat Bernd Erbel who was set to take over as the new chief of INSTEX was forced to resign after he criticized Israeli regime and defended Iran missile program.

2 golds, 2 bronzes for Iranian teens on day two of World Taekwondo C’ship

TEHRAN, Aug. 09 (MNA) – Iranian athletes won two gold and two bronze medals on day two of the World Cadet Taekwondo Championships in Uzbekistan.

Iranian envoy, KSDP leader hold talks in Sulaymaniyah

TEHRAN, Aug. 09 (MNA) – Iranian Consul-General in Iraq’s Sulaymaniyah, Mehdi Shoushtari, and the leader of the Kurdistan Socialist Democratic Party (KSDP), Mohammed Haji Mahmoud, met on Thursday to discuss bilateral ties and international developments.

No military solution for Kashmir: Amir-Abdollahian

TEHRAN, Aug. 09 (MNA) – Iranian Parliament's General Director for International Affairs Hossein Amir-Abdollahian highlighted that the situation in Kashmir doesn’t have a military solution.

Pres. Rouhani likely to meet with Japanese PM on sidelines of UNGA meeting: report

TEHRAN, Aug. 08 (MNA) – Japanese media say that the Iranian President Hassan Rouhani and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe are likely to meet in New Yok on the sidelines of UN General Assembly meeting this September.

By: Armin Karami

'Marlon Brando' goes on stage in Tehran

TEHRAN, Aug. 08 (MNA) – 'Marlon Brando' play written and directed by Mehran Ranj went on stage in Sepand Theater in the Iranian capital of Tehran.

Syria raps safe zone deal as ‘blatant aggression’ on its sovereignty

TEHRAN, Aug. 08 (MNA) – Syria has expressed categorical rejection of the agreement between the US and Turkey on establishing a “safe zone”, affirming that it constitutes flagrant aggression against Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Border security Iran's redline, VP Jahangiri says

TEHRAN, Aug. 08 (MNA) – Iran considers its borders as a redline and any aggression will be met with a firm response by Iranian armed forces, according to Vice President Es’hagh Jahangiri.

PGPIC building $10b petchem projects in Iran

TEHRAN, Aug. 08 (MNA) – The CEO of the Persian Gulf Petrochemical Industries Company (PGPIC) said the holding company was currently building projects with a total worth of $10 billion in Iran.

Iranian students rally in support of Kashmir Muslims

TEHRAN, Aug. 08 (MNA) – Iranian students held a demonstration in front of the Indian Embassy in Tehran on Thursday in protest of India’s recent decision to remove a constitutional provision that granted special status to the majority-Muslim Kashmir.

Shamkhani congratulates anniv. of Lebanon’s 33-Day War victory

TEHRAN, Aug. 08 (MNA) – Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Ali Shamkhani has congratulated Lebanon on the anniversary of the country's victory in a 2006 war waged by Israeli regime.

Iran's defense min.:

US maritime coalition to compromise Middle East security

TEHRAN, Aug. 08 (MNA) – Iran’s defense minister criticized the United States’ plan to create a military coalition under the pretext of safeguarding strategic waters in the Persian Gulf region, saying such a move would only contribute to undermining the region’s security.

ISPA:

Iran exports over 2.1mn tons of steel in Q1

TEHRAN, Aug. 08 (MNA) – Iran exported 2,183,000 tons of crude steel products in the first three months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 21 – June 21), according to Statistics of Iranian Steel Producers Association (ISPA).

Enemies exhausted by Iran’s military might: IRGC chief

TEHRAN, Aug. 08 (MNA) – The chief commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the enemies of Iran, exhausted by the Islamic Republic’s military might, have reached the end of the line both strategically and tactically.

Iran a key player in region’s security, stability: Qatar

TEHRAN, Aug. 08 (MNA) – Qatari Defense Minister Khalid bin Mohammed al-Attiyah said Iran is a key player in the region's security and stability.

Iran urges Bahrain to abandon unreasonable measures on regional security

TEHRAN, Aug. 08 (MNA) – Iran has reacted to a recent provocative decision by the Bahraini government to host a summit on regional maritime threats, under the pretext of countering the “threats posed by the Islamic Republic”.

Yemenis condemn Saudi blockade on war-torn country

TEHRAN, Aug. 08 (MNA) – Severe shortage of gas and its high prices have prompted the Yemeni demonstrators to hold rallies outside Yemen’s Ministry of Oil against Saudi blockade on the impoverished nation. 

Guests from 27 countries to attend Iran's children filmfest.

TEHRAN, Aug. 08 (MNA) – Director of 32nd International Film Festival for Children and Youth, Alireza Tabesh, said several foreign guests from 27 countries would attend this prestigious cinematic event later this month. 

China slams Bolton's Venezuela remarks, urges US to stop bullying others

TEHRAN, Aug. 08 (MNA) – China has lashed out at the US for warning Beijing over its support for Venezuela, describing Bolton's remarks as "a wanton interference in Venezuela's internal affairs."

Iranian teen snatches gold at World Taekwondo C’ship

TEHRAN, Aug. 08 (MNA) – Iranian athlete Mobina Nematzadeh won a gold medal on the first day of the World Cadet Taekwondo Championships, which is underway in Uzbekistan’s capital Tashkent.

Tehran-Ankara train route resumes operation

TEHRAN, Aug. 08 (MNA) – Iran and Turkey have launched the first direct train route between their capitals Tehran and Ankara after a four-year halt.