Antarctica

Iranian climber achieves historic summit in Antarctica

TEHRAN, Jan. 22 (MNA) – Elite Iranian climber Amin Aziznia has achieved a remarkable feat by becoming the first Iranian man to climb Vinson Massif, the highest peak in Antarctica, which stands at 4,892 meters (16,050 feet).

Iran navy chief:

Antarctica best location to control ballistic missiles

TEHRAN, Sep. 30 (MNA) – Iran Army Navy commander said that many countries are seeking to buy Iranian-made Dena-class destroyers, adding that Antarctica provides the best location to control ballistic missiles.

Iran to set up permanent base in Antarctica: Navy commander

TEHRAN, Sep. 28 (MNA) – Iran will establish a permanent station in Antarctica, the army navy commander Rear Admiral Shahram Irani said on Thursday.

Russia's Shoigu inspects Northern Fleet (+VIDEO)

TEHRAN, Aug. 12 (MNA) – Russia's Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu inspected remote Arctic garrisons of the Northern Fleet, the ministry said on Saturday, as a detachment of warships was sent to the Arctic Ocean to perform tasks.

Iran Navy to deploy for 1st time 86th flotilla to Antarctic

TEHRAN, May 20 (MNA) – The Iranian Navy has announced plans to deploy one of its flotilla of warships to the Antarctic for the first time ever “in the near future.”

Last solar eclipse of 2021 to occur on 4 December

TEHRAN, Nov. 28 (MNA) – The 4 December eclipse will be seen in Antarctica, South Africa, South America and Australia.