Uzbek president welcomes Iran-US peace deal

TEHRAN, Jun. 20 (MNA) – Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev has congratulated his Iranian counterpart on the signing of the memorandum of understanding (MoU) which marks the end of the US and Israeli war of aggression waged against Iran on Feb. 28.

Twin roadside bomb blast in NW Pakistan, 7 killed

TEHRAN, Jun. 20 (MNA) – At least seven people were killed and several injured in twin roadside explosions in northwestern Pakistan on Saturday, a police official said.

IRGC Quds Force cmdr:

Israel must learn lessons from its defeat against Hezbollah

TEHRAN, Jun. 20 (MNA) – Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC)'s Quds Force Commander Esmaeil Ghaani has warned that Israel must learn lessons from its defeats against Lebanese Hezbollah Resistance Movement.

Iran MP warns US over truce breach, vows response

TEHRAN, Jun. 20 (MNA) – A senior Iranian lawmaker warned that US failure to honour the first clause of the ceasefire MoU shows Washington has no intention of winning Iran's trust, and promised a smart and deterrent response to any violations.

US emerged from war ‘desperate, defeated': Leader's advisor

TEHRAN, Jun. 20 (MNA) – An advisor to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei says the United States was recognized as "a desperate defeated criminal" during the latest unprovoked American-Israeli aggression against Iran.

Iran deputy FM says ‘ready to move forward’ in deal with US

TEHRAN, Jun. 20 (MNA) – Iran’s deputy foreign minister says Tehran wants to continue the diplomatic process with Washington, if the United States is serious about respecting their agreement and ensures Israel abides by the terms of the MoU.

US coalition strike hits north Syria, senior militant killed

TEHRAN, Jun. 20 (MNA) – A US-led coalition drone struck a motorcycle in northern Syria's Idlib province on Saturday, killing a former senior official of the Al-Qaeda-linked Hurras al-Din group and his companions, local sources reported.

Bagahei:

French FM's meddlesome remarks 'height of hypocrisy'

TEHRAN, Jun. 20 (MNA) – Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman has strongly condemned recent meddlesome remarks by the French foreign minister concerning Tehran, describing them as an example of "hypocrisy and duplicity" in France's political culture.

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Army to defend nation in face of any ceasefire breach

TEHRAN, Jun. 20 (MNA) – The Army of the Islamic Republic of Iran declared its readiness to protect the security, dignity, and interests of the Iranian nation in the event of any breach of commitment by the enemy.

Saudi crown prince welcomes Iran-US agreement

TEHRAN, Jun. 20 (MNA) – Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman welcomed the Iran-US MoU during a phone call with Pakistan's prime minister on Saturday, expressing hope the deal would lead to lasting stability and reduce tensions across the region.

Iran issues Strait of Hormuz transit guidelines

TEHRAN, Jun. 20 (MNA) – Iran’s Persian Gulf Strait Affairs Authority (PGSA) issued new instructions for vessels seeking passage through the Strait of Hormuz following the conclusion of the MoU between Tehran and Washington.

Iran warns against US breaching of ceasefire deal

TEHRAN, Jun. 20 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister warned his Pakistani counterpart that the United States bears full responsibility for any breach of the newly signed MoU, particularly its requirement to halt the war on all fronts, including Lebanon.

Israeli artillery hits south Lebanon with banned munitions

TEHRAN, Jun. 20 (MNA) – Lebanese media reported that Israeli artillery struck the Ali al-Taher forest near Nabatieh al-Ulya in southern Lebanon, using phosphorus and cluster bombs that are prohibited under international law.

Israel to soon be expelled from ‘every inch’ of Lebanon

TEHRAN, Jun. 19 (MNA) – Hezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem has expressed confidence that Israel will be expelled from Lebanese territory as the regime’s project to eliminate the resistance group has failed.

Iran reacts to continued Israeli strikes on Lebanon

TEHRAN, Jun. 19 (MNA) – Iran on Friday strongly condemned Israeli attacks on Lebanon that killed 18 people, warning of serious consequences for regional peace.

Tehran, Moscow move to deepen financial cooperation

TEHRAN, Jun. 19 (MNA) – Iran and Russia have moved to deepen economic and banking cooperation through new financial arrangements aimed at facilitating bilateral trade, lowering transaction costs, and creating independent payment and banking channels.

Pakistani delegation to attend martyred Leader's funeral

TEHRAN, Jun. 19 (MNA) – Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that a Pakistani delegation will take part in the funeral ceremony of the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.

Israeli raids kill 18 in southern Lebanon

TEHRAN, Jun. 19 (MNA) – Israeli warplanes struck multiple towns and villages in southern Lebanon on Friday, killing 18 and wounding 33.

IRGC backs Leader’s message, warns against US violations

TEHRAN, Jun. 19 (MNA) – The IRGC welcomed a message by Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Mojtaba Khamenei on the negotiation process and the Iran-US MoU.

Iran warns US of retaliation for any breach

TEHRAN, Jun. 19 (MNA) – Iran's SNSC stressed that Tehran approaches talks with total mistrust and will retaliate against any American breach.

Diplomacy will follow Leader's guidance, Araghchi says

TEHRAN, Jun. 19 (MNA) – Following the Leader's strategic message on talk, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi vowed that the foreign ministry will spare no effort, with vigilance, prudence and steadfastness, to uphold Iran's interests and independence.

Leader's message maps path to victory: Pezeshkian

TEHRAN, Jun. 19 (MNA) – Iran's president welcomed the Leader's approval to begin negotiations aimed at securing benefits for the nation, and said he and the SNSC is committed to protecting the rights of the Iranian people.

Switzerland says US-Iran talks planned for Friday are off

TEHRAN, Jun. 19 (MNA) – The Swiss foreign ministry said in a statement that the scheduled talks between Tehran and Washington will not take place on Friday.

Grossi to meet Iran delegation in Geneva Friday: WSJ

TEHRAN, Jun. 19 (MNA) – IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi will meet an Iranian delegation in Geneva on Friday, the Wall Street Journal reported.

Pezeshkian lauds Qatar’s role in de-escalating tensions

TEHRAN, Jun. 18 (MNA) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian praised Qatar for its constructive role in easing regional tensions and facilitating diplomatic efforts that led to a ceasefire agreement.

SNSC:

Passage through Hormuz free of charge during 60-day of MoU

TEHRAN, Jun. 18 (MNA) – Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) said Thursday that according to the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), no fees will be taken from ships for passage through the Strait of Hormuz for the next 60 days.

CENTCOM says lifted naval blockade on Iran

TEHRAN, Jun. 18 (MNA) – US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced Thursday that American military forces have officially lifted the comprehensive blockade on all maritime traffic entering and exiting Iranian ports and coastal areas..

Iran grateful for Tajikistan’s supportive stance: Pezeshkian

TEHRAN, Jun. 18 (MNA) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has expressed appreciation for the supportive, fraternal, and sympathetic position of the government and people of Tajikistan toward Iran.