Iran

Baku-Mashhad-Baku direct flights to be launched on Dec. 16

TEHRAN, Dec. 14 (MNA) – The Director General of Khorasan Razavi Airports Company Mahmoud Amani Bani on Sat. said direct flights between Azerbaijan's Baku and Iran's Mashhad will commence on Dec. 16.

Iran’s Zarif departs for Qatar to attend Doha Forum 2019

TEHRAN, Dec. 14 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif left Tehran for Qatari capital Doha on Sat. to participate in Doha Forum 2019.

Former Iran FM calls for improved scientific ties with China

TEHRAN, Dec. 14 (MNA) – The Head of Iran's Strategic Council on Foreign Relations Kamal Kharrazi said that scientific and civilization exchange between Islamic Republic of Iran and People’s Republic of China is ‘very fruitful’.

Real Admiral Khanzadi:

Iran invites Qatar navy to attend IONS war game in Indian Ocean

TEHRAN, Dec. 12 (MNA) – Iranian Navy Commander Rear Admiral Khanzadi invited Qatari army to participate in Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) military exercise in the Indian Ocean.

Iran’s envoy to UK:

Ofcom confirms receiving Iran's complaint against adversary Persian-language networks

TEHRAN, Dec. 12 (MNA) – Iran's Ambassador to UK Hamid Baeedinejad said that the Institute observing visual media, commonly known as Ofcom (British Office of Communications), has confirmed receiving Iran's complaint against hostile Persian-language networks.

Brig. Gen. Mahmoudi:

Attending army games to promote Iran’s deterrence power in intl. arena

TEHRAN, Dec. 11 (MNA) – Army's Executive Deputy Commander Brigadier General Mahmoudi said that presence of the Armed Forces in the international army games will enhance the deterrence power of the Islamic Republic of Iran in global arena.

Cinema Vérité director calls int'l fests best panel to bring nations together 

TEHRAN, Dec. 11 (MNA) – The director of the 13th edition of Iran International Documentary Film Festival, also known as the Cinema Vérité, Mohammad Hamidi Moghadam said the cultural and artistic events like Cinema Vérité could be seen as a bridge that can connect Islamic art and culture to the modern world, stating that those connections made in cultural panels could be seen as the main investments for future steps and moves.

Austria keen on promoting ties with Iran in all levels

TEHRAN, Dec. 11 (MNA) – Austrian Ambassador to the Islamic Republic of Iran Stefan Scholz said that his country is interested in broadening and developing its ties with the Islamic Republic of Iran in national and provincial levels.

New US sanctions on 5 Iranian entities, 2 vessels, 1 individual

TEHRAN, Dec. 11 (MNA) – The United States Treasury announced new sanctions on five Iranian entities, two vessels and one individual on Wednesday.

Iran, Russia, Turkey urge restoration of peace to Idlib

TEHRAN, Dec. 11 (MNA) – Russia, Turkey and Iran voiced their concerns about the presence of Takfiri terrorist groups in Idlib, underlining the need for the restoration of peace to the northwestern Syrian province, which is the last main militant bastion in the Arab state.

Iranian Foreign Ministry warns Iranian citizens over traveling to US

TEHRAN, Dec. 10 (MNA) –Issuing a statement Iranian Foreign Ministry has asked Iranian citizens particularly Iranian elites and scientists not to travel to the US even for attending scientific conferences.

China opposes US illegal anti-Iran sanctions: envoy

TEHRAN, Dec. 10 (MNA) – Chinese Ambassador to the Islamic Republic of Iran Chang Hua said that his country is against the unilateral and illegal sanctions imposed by the United States on Iran.

Cinema Vérité screens films by intl. award-winning docmakers

TEHRAN, Dec. 10 (MNA) – More than 40 documentaries were on screen on the first day of the 13th edition of Iran's major documentary film festival, which officially opened in Tehran on Monday.

Iran to give harsh response to any aggression, foolish measure: Mousavi

TEHRAN, Dec. 09 (MNA) – In a reaction to the recent remarks of the FM of the Israeli regime, the spokesperson of the Iranian Foreign Ministry announced on Monday that the Islamic Republic will give harsh answer to any aggression or foolish measure by the enemies.

Veep:

Iran sees no limitation for expanding coop. with Oman

TEHRAN, Dec. 08 (MNA) – Iranian First Vice President Es’hagh Jahangiri said that Islamic Republic of Iran sees no restriction for expanding and developing its relations with Oman.

Iran, Uzbekistan to ink two MoUs for bilateral coop.

TEHRAN, Dec. 08 (MNA) – The Chief Executive of Iran International Exhibitions Company (IIEC) Bahman Hosseinzadeh said that two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) will be signed between Islamic Republic of Iran and Uzbekistan.

Iran's Mardani takes silver at World Taekwondo Grand Prix Final

TEHRAN, Dec. 07 (MNA) – Sajjad Mardani from Iran claimed a silver medal at the World Taekwondo Grand Prix Final in Moscow on Saturday.

10 Reasons not to get a hair transplant in Turkey

TEHRAN, Dec. 07 (MNA) – There have been many advertisements in both big and small companies in Turkey, claiming they provide hair transplant services with the lowest cost. However, you can get a hair transplant in Iran with much lower cost and higher quality.

Energy min.:

Iranian firms to rebuild Syria’s water, electricity industry

TEHRAN, Dec. 07 (MNA) – Iranian Minister of Energy Reza Ardakanian said that competent Iranian companies will reconstruct Syria’s water and power industry.

Impact of tourism on economic development in Iran

TEHRAN, Dec. 05 (MNA) – The rich culture, fantastic history, and mysterious atmosphere of Iran attract tourists from all around the world to this astonishing country. Although Iran offers fascinating natural wonders and the diversity of climates that allow tourists to travel to Iran in different seasons, the tourism industry is not as thriving as it is expected to be.

Iran ranks 4th in world for kiwi production

TEHRAN, Dec. 04 (MNA) – Iranian deputy agriculture minister informed on Wednesday that by producing 362,000 tons of kiwi, Iran ranks fourth among world countries for harvesting the agricultural product.

Iran releases three Indian fishermen

TEHRAN, Dec. 03 (MNA) –An Indian media reported that three fishermen from Tamil Nadu, detained by Iran after their Saudi-owned trawler was confiscated in January this year, have been released.

Mobile phone penetration at 140% in Iran

TEHRAN, Dec. 03 (MNA) – Based on a recent data released by Communication Regulatory Authority of Iran, mobile phone penetration coefficient has reached up to 140 percent in the country.

Grossi expected to travel to Iran

TEHRAN, Dec. 02 (MNA) – Rafael Mariano Grossi, who has been chosen as the new head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) told reporters he expected to travel to Iran himself in the “relatively near future” to meet with leaders there.

Avini section of Iran Cinema Vérité focusing on Middle East issues 

TEHRAN, Dec. 02 (MNA) – Iran International Documentary Film Festival, also known as the Cinema Vérité has dedicated various sections namely Martyred Avini and the international competition to the films revolving around the Middle East issues.

Eurasian countries keen on doing business with Iran

TEHRAN, Dec. 01 (MNA) – Minister for Trade of the Eurasian Economic Commission Veronika Nikishina said that Eurasian countries are interested in doing trade and business with the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Iran attending intl. law enforcement seminar in China

TEHRAN, Nov. 30 (MNA) – Iran is taking part in the 16th Aunual Law-enforcement Seminar with Foreign Law Enforcement Community (FLECC), in Shenzhen, southern China.