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Army Ground Forces commander:

Iran closely monitoring enemy movements along borders

TEHRAN, Feb. 22 (MNA) – Iran’s Army Ground Forces Commander confirmed that all enemy movements along the country’s borders are continuously monitored, emphasizing military readiness as a key deterrent.

Pezeshkian congratulates Japan’s Emperor on national day

TEHRAN, Feb. 22 (MNA) – President Masoud Pezeshkian sent an official message marking Japan’s National Day, reaffirming Iran’s interest in strengthening ties with Tokyo.

Witkoff:

Trump curious why Iran hasn’t capitulated under US pressure

TEHRAN, Feb. 22 (MNA) – US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff says President Donald Trump is “curious” as to why Iran has not yielded under mounting US threatening rhetoric.

Iranian wrestlers head to Tirana for UWW ranking tournament

TEHRAN, Feb. 22 (MNA) – Iran’s selected freestyle wrestling team will depart for Albania on Monday to compete in the second 2026 Ranking Series event organized by United World Wrestling.

Jordan rules out use of its soil for attacks on Iran

TEHRAN, Feb. 22 (MNA) – Jordan has stated that its territory will not be used for any military action against Iran, according to remarks cited by state television.

Tehran slams US envoy's extremist rhetoric

TEHRAN, Feb. 22 (MNA) – Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson strongly condemned remarks made by an American political figure suggesting that Israel could expand the occupied territories across the region.

Araghchi, Grossi discuss Iran-US nuclear negotiations

TEHRAN, Feb. 22 (MNA) – The Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency held a phone conversation with Iran’s foreign minister to discuss recent developments related to indirect negotiations between Tehran and Washington.

Iran designates EU member states’ Naval, Air Forces as terrorist entities

TEHRAN, Feb. 22 (MNA) – Iran’s Foreign Ministry announced that it has designated the naval and air forces of all European Union member states as terrorist entities, citing the principle of reciprocal action.

Tar Halva: Traditional Iranian Ramadan dessert

TEHRAN, Feb. 22 (MNA) – During the holy month of Ramadan, Tar Halva, one of the traditional and popular desserts of Shiraz, reappears on Iftar tables.

Pezeshkian:

Iranian nation will never succumb to bullying

TEHRAN, Feb. 21 (MNA) – President Masoud Pezeshkian says the Iranian people will never surrender to the bullying and coercion of the enemies.

Iran tests sea-based long-range air defense missile (+VIDEO)

TEHRAN, Feb. 21 (MNA) – The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy successfully test-fired a naval variant of its Sayyad-3 air defense missile during a large-scale exercise in the Strait of Hormuz.

On sidelines of MILAN 2026 drill;

Iran Navy chief holds meetings with Russian, Saudi commanders

TEHRAN, Feb. 21 (MNA) – Iranian Navy Commander Rear Admiral Shahram Irani held separate meetings with senior naval commanders from Russia, Saudi Arabia, and Myanmar on the sidelines of the MILAN 2026 international naval exercise in India.

Iran lambasts renewed Israeli aggression on Lebanon

TEHRAN, Feb. 21 (MNA) – Iran has strongly condemned recent Israeli attacks on Lebanon that left dozens killed and wounded.

Ulyanov stresses political solution to Iran's nuclear file

TEHRAN, Feb. 21 (MNA) – Russia, China, and Iran emphasize the importance of a political and diplomatic settlement of the issues around Tehran’s nuclear dossier, Russian envoy to international organizations in Vienna, Mikhail Ulyanov, says.

Lake Urmia sees 68 cm rise in water level

TEHRAN, Feb. 21 (MNA) – Lake Urmia has recorded a 62 to 68-centimeter increase in water level compared with last year, marking a noticeable improvement, though officials warn the lake remains significantly below its long-term average.

Iran, Qatar foreign ministers discuss regional developments

TEHRAN, Feb. 21 (MNA) – Iran’s Foreign Minister and Qatar’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister discussed regional and international developments in a phone call, emphasizing continued coordination to advance diplomatic efforts.

Ash Sabzi: Perfect Iranian dish for fasting season

TEHRAN, Feb. 21 (MNA) – Built around protein, legumes, and slow-release carbohydrates, Ash Sabzi is a perfect pre-fast meal in Iran.

Araghchi rejects Trump’s allegations on Iran unrest

TEHRAN, Feb. 21 (MNA) – Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has responded to recent remarks by US President Donald Trump, urging him to “speak with evidence” regarding claims about casualties during unrest in Iran.

US terminates several tariffs targeting Iran's partners

TEHRAN, Feb. 21 (MNA) – The US has terminated certain tariffs following a Supreme Court ruling, the White House reported.