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Raeisi warns Macron against uncosntructive actions in talks

TEHRAN, Jun. 10 (MNA) – In the Saturday phone call with the President of France, Iran's Raeisi stressed avoiding any kind of politically-motivated and non-constructive actions in the talks to remove anti-Iran sanctions.

Raeisi, Macron agreed on roadmap for Iran-France engagement

TEHRAN, Jun 10 (MNA) – Referring to the phone conversation between Raeisi and his French counterpart, the Deputy Head of Iran's Presidential Office for political affairs said that they agreed on a roadmap for engagement between Iran and France.

Knife attack in France leaves several children injured

TEHRAN, Jun 08 (MNA) – Several small children were injured Thursday morning when a knife-wielding man attacked them in a playground in a park in the French Alpine town of Annecy.

French pension plan protesters briefly storm 2024 Olympics HQ

TEHRAN, Jun 07 (MNA) – Protesters are taking to the streets of Paris on the 14th day of action against the government's pension reforms on Tuesday and briefly occupied the headquarters of the Paris Summer 2024 Olympics Committee.

Iran, France to play friendly volleyball match

TEHRAN, Jun 03 (MNA) – Iran’s national volleyball team is scheduled to meet France in a warm-up match tomorrow.

Iranian para-shooters grab colorful medals at WSPS World Cup

TEHRAN, May 30 (MNA) – Iranian para-shooters snatched a gold and a silver medal at the 2023 WSPS World Cup.

Western states against strong Iran: FM spox.

TEHRAN, May 26 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Nasser Kan'ani says that Western states, especially the US and France, are against a strong and powerful Iran.

France reacts to Iran's unveiling of Khorramshahr-4 missile

TEHRAN, May 25 (MNA) – The spokesperson of the French Foreign Ministry reacted to Iran's unveiling of Khorramshahr-4 or Kheibar ballistic missile by accusing and making meddlesome remarks.

Iranian movie 'Derb' to be screened in France

TEHRAN, May 23 (MNA) – Directed by Iranian filmmaker Hadi Mohaghegh, the "Derb" movie is scheduled to be screened in more than 60 cities in France from May 24th.

IRGC confirms observing US destroyer in Strait of Hormuz

TEHRAN, May 20 (MNA) – IRGC’s First Naval Region confirmed observing the US Paul Hamilton destroyer carrying the three senior commanders of the American, English and French naval forces by the drone and vessels of this force.

Iran to keep contacts with France to resolve misunderstanding

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian said in an interview with a French magazine that Iran and France were continuing their contacts after the release of two French nationals held in Iran.

Explosion in northern Spain leaves two killed

TEHRAN, May 17 (MNA) – Two people were reported killed after an explosion hit northern Spain on Tuesday.

Iran frees 2 French citizens detained in country: FM spox.

TEHRAN, May 12 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Nasser Kan'ani on Friday announced that the Islamic Republic of Iran has released 2 French nationals who have been detained in the country.

Amir-Abdollahian:

Iran considers IRGC red line as country's security protector

TEHRAN, May 12 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says that IRGC, as the country's security protector, is considered a red line for Tehran.

European, Arab FMs call for immediate ceasefire in Gaza

TEHRAN, May 12 (MNA) – Foreign ministers of Germany, France, Egypt, and Jordan on Thursday called for urgent steps to calm the violence in the Gaza Strip.

France designates Russia's Wagner Group as terrorist org.

TEHRAN, May 10 (MNA) – In an anti-Russian move, the French parliament on Tuesday approved a resolution to officially designate the Russian organization Wagner as a "terrorist group."

Pashinyan, Aliyev reportedly to hold meeting in Brussels

TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) – The leaders of Azerbaijan and Armenia will resume peace talks in Brussels this weekend, according to officials.

Report:

SA in talks with Messi for lucrative deal after PSG fallout

TEHRAN, May 04 (MNA) – The government of Saudi Arabia is reportedly in talks with Argentine forward Lionel Messi and is preparing "the most lucrative salary deal in the history of football."

Messi to face disciplinary action at PSG over SA trip

TEHRAN, May 03 (MNA) – Lionel Messi is facing disciplinary action – possibly suspension – from Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) for taking a trip to Saudi Arabia without the club’s permission, French and international media have reported.

Iran urges French gov. to listen to protesters

TEHRAN, May 02 (MNA) – The Iranian foreign ministry spokesman advised the French statesmen to listen to the voices of the protesters and avoid resorting to violence.

French police battle with protesters on May Day+ VIDEO

TEHRAN, May 01 (MNA) – French police clashed with protesters in Paris and other big cities on Monday during trade union-organized Labor Day protests against the increase in the retirement age.

Ulyanov:

Iran to act as warned if snapback procedure misused

TEHRAN, May 01 (MNA) – Referring to Tehran's warning over responding to any side who takes irrational action regarding the JCPOA talks, Russia's Ulyanov said that Iran will act as warned if the snapback procedure is misused.

Iran arrests individuals charged with ties to French spies

TEHRAN, May 01 (MNA) – Iran has arrested members of a network, comprising elements with records of links to Marxist counter-revolutionary groups, the terrorist cult the Mujahedin-e-Khalq Organization (MKO), and French spies.

France to see largest May Day demonstrations in 30-40 years

TEHRAN, May 01 (MNA) – Demonstrations on May 1 will be the largest in France in 30-40 years, with people continuing to protest against the controversial pension reform, the general secretary of the French Democratic Confederation of Labour said.

"Juliet & the King” to compete at Annecy Animation FilmFest.

TEHRAN, Apr. 30 (MNA) – Directed by Ashkan Rahgozar, the Iranian animation "Juliet & the King” is set to vie at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival in France.

Iranian documentary 'Wood' to vie at French film festival

TEHRAN, Apr. 29 (MNA) – Directed by Iranian filmmaker Morteza Payeh Shenas, the documentary "Wood" is scheduled to be screened at the Très Court International Film Festival in France.