Iran
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Iran seizes two vessels in Persian Gulf
TEHRAN, Feb. 05 (MNA) – Iran has seized two fuel-smuggling vessels near Farsi Island in the Persian Gulf, uncovering more than one million liters of smuggled fuel.
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Pezeshkian calls for expanded cooperation with Sri Lanka
TEHRAN, Feb. 05 (MNA) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has emphasized the importance of expanding bilateral relations between Iran and Sri Lanka in a message marking the anniversary of Sri Lanka’s independence.
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Kakan Ski Resort in Iran's Yasuj
TEHRAN, Feb. 05 (MNA) – Following recent snowfall and the snow-covered highlands around Yasuj, Kakan Ski Resort has become a popular destination for tourists and winter sports enthusiasts.
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FM Lavrov:
Russia not indifferent to Iran-related developments
TEHRAN, Feb. 05 (MNA) – "Iran is our close partner and neighbor. We are not indifferent to how the situation develops," Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says.
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Russia’s UN envoy says;
Attacking Iran to have dangerous consequences for region
TEHRAN, Feb. 05 (MNA) – The use of force against Iran would lead to dangerous consequences for the entire region, Russian Permanent Representative to the United Nations Vasily Nebenzya said.
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Germany turned Europe's engine of regression: Araghchi
TEHRAN, Feb. 05 (MNA) – "Germany was once the engine of Europe’s progress; now it has turned into an engine of regression," Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says.
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Ex-Israeli minister calls for safe shelters for settlers
TEHRAN, Feb. 04 (MNA) – Former Israeli minister Avigdor Lieberman has called for the preparation of safe shelters for Israeli settlers in the event of retaliatory Iranian strikes, as Israel pushes for potential US aggression against Iran.
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Iran, Egypt FMs hold phone talks on regional developments
TEHRAN, Feb. 04 (MNA) – The foreign ministers of Iran and Egypt held a telephone conversation to discuss the latest regional developments, underscoring the importance of diplomatic coordination to reduce tensions and preserve regional stability.
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Iran, 4 other states launch consultations on Eurasia Charter
TEHRAN, Feb. 04 (MNA) – Russia, Iran, Belarus, North Korea, and Myanmar have agreed to begin consultations on drafting a Eurasia Charter, a move signaling closer coordination among the five countries on regional and global governance frameworks.
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Iranian drone successfully completes mission in intl. waters
TEHRAN, Feb. 04 (MNA) – An Iranian Armed Forces’ patrol and surveillance drone has successfully completed its mission in international waters amid reports of United States forces' downing one such aircraft.
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Media reports;
Armed boats attempt to intercept vessel in Strait of Hormuz
TEHRAN, Feb. 03 (MNA) – Western media reported on Tuesday that a group of armed boats attempted to intercept a vessel 16 nautical miles (29.6 km) north of Oman.
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Iran unveils “Hatef-3” satellite
TEHRAN, Feb. 03 (MNA) – Iran has unveiled Hatef-3, a satellite developed as part of the Martyr Soleimani satellite constellation.
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Iran, US reportedly to resume nuclear talks in Turkey
TEHRAN, Feb. 03 (MNA) – Iran and the United States are reportedly set to hold a high-level nuclear meeting in Istanbul this Friday, hosted by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
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Russian FM slams US threats against Iran as ‘unacceptable’
TEHRAN, Feb. 03 (MNA) – Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has condemned new US threats of military action against Iran, warning that any renewed act of aggression would have grave regional and global consequences.
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Iran Air resumes Tehran-Istanbul flights after 2-month hiatus
TEHRAN, Feb. 03 (MNA) – Flagship carrier of Iran, Iran Air, announced the resumption of its round-trip flights between Tehran and Istanbul as of Tuesday, following a suspension that lasted for nearly two months.
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Nuclear chief:
Iran to unveil 20 new nuclear achievements in coming days
TEHRAN, Feb. 03 (MNA) – The head of Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization announced plans to showcase more than 20 new nuclear achievements in the coming days.
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VIDEO: Iran receives first imagery from Paya satellite
TEHRAN, Feb. 03 (MNA) – The first images of the Iranian Paya satellite (Tolu 2) were released on Tuesday during a ceremony marking the National Space Technology Day.
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Pezeshkian signals conditional openness to talks with US
TEHRAN, Feb. 03 (MNA) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has instructed the country’s foreign minister to explore the possibility of talks with the US, provided that talks take place in an atmosphere free from threats and based on fairness.
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Shamkhani says;
Iran has no intention to give up enriched uranium
TEHRAN, Feb. 03 (MNA) – Iran has no intention of transferring its stockpiles of enriched uranium abroad, Ali Shamkhani, a senior official in the Supreme National Defense Council and political advisor to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, says.
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By: Mohsen Pakaein
US military bases: An obstacle to regional peace
TEHRAN, Feb. 03 (MNA) – Behind the promise of security, US military bases impose heavy social, economic, and environmental costs on host nations—costs that often fuel instability instead of preventing it.
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VIDEO: Wild Leopard wanders into home yard in Iran’s Masal
TEHRAN, Feb. 03 (MNA) – Residents of Masal in northern Iran were stunned after discovering a leopard inside a residential yard, an incident that ended with the animal being safely captured and relocated.
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Iran ready to respond to any US, Israeli threat: Envoy
TEHRAN, Feb. 03 (MNA) – Iran’s ambassador to Lebanon has stressed that the Islamic Republic possesses the capability to confront any potential threat from Israel or the United States.
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Front pages of Iran's English dailies on February 3
TEHRAN, Feb. 03 (MNA) – Here are the front pages of Iran's English language dailies on Tuesday, February 3.
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Top Places to Visit in Iran: Best Iran Travel Guide
TEHRAN, Feb. 02 (MNA) – Traveling to Iran is like opening a storybook of civilization, culture, and nature. To help you plan your trip to Iran, here is a guide to some of the top places to visit in Iran.
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Iranian Army to stage military drill in Qasr-e Shirin
TEHRAN, Feb. 02 (MNA) – The Iranian Army will conduct a scheduled military exercise in the border county of Qasr-e Shirin over two days.
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Any attack on Iran to have regional repercussions
TEHRAN, Feb. 02 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei has warned about the consequences of any aggression against the country.
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Top general warns;
Any aggression would put US, its allies at serious risk
TEHRAN, Feb. 02 (MNA) – Iran’s Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces has warned that any mistake by adversaries could trigger a regional escalation, saying such an outcome would leave the United States and its allies exposed to serious security risks.
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Araghchi holds phone talks with regional counterparts
TEHRAN, Feb. 02 (MNA) – Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi held separate telephone conversations with his counterparts from Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey to discuss recent regional and international developments.
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Yemen declares full support for Iran against US threats
TEHRAN, Feb. 02 (MNA) – Yemen’s Parliament has issued a firm declaration of solidarity with Iran, condemning US threats as a violation of sovereignty and warning that American policies endanger international stability.
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FM:
Iran ready for fair nuclear deal, defense against aggression
TEHRAN, Feb. 02 (MNA) – Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi says Tehran is prepared both for reaching a fair agreement with the United States and for defending itself in the event of aggression.