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US interference delaying Iran-Oman deal on Strait of Hormuz

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – An informed source said US interference and threats by US President Donald Trump are the main reasons behind the delay in reaching an agreement between Iran and Oman regarding the Strait of Hormuz.

US’s THAAD interceptors depleted by up to 80%: Media

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – Several American media outlets say the US has used nearly all of its global stockpile of long-range precision missiles during the war on Iran.

Trump claims US having ‘very good discussions’ with Iran

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – US President Donald Trump has once again claimed that his country is in "very good" talks with the the Iranian side.

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Hormuz transit talks progressing positively

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – Iran and Oman are making headway in negotiations to establish safe shipping corridors in the Strait of Hormuz, focusing on transit routes that uphold the sovereign rights and security concerns of both coastal states.

Qatar hopeful US-Iran deal be reached in coming hours, days

TEHRAN, Aug. 04 (MNA) – In his weekly press conference, Qatar’s Foreign Ministry spokesman Majed Al-Ansari said that Qatar continues to call for de-escalation and dialogue.

President Pezeshkian rejects rumors of his resignation

TEHRAN, Aug. 04 (MNA) – President Masoud Pezeshkian has rejected rumors of his resignation, emphasizing that he will not resign and will continue to work resolutely.

Iran-US MoU stopped Israeli aggression: Hezbollah chief

TEHRAN, Aug. 04 (MNA) – Hezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem on Tuesday condemned direct negotiations between Lebanon and Israel as bringing nothing but shame and humiliation, adding that only the Iran-U.S. truce MoU halted Israeli attacks.

Arbaeen Pilgrimage: World's largest peaceful gathering

TEHRAN, Aug. 04 (MNA) – Arbaeen draws tens of millions annually to Iraq, marking 40 days after the martyrdom of Imam Hossein (AS).

Qatar urges regional states to back diplomacy

TEHRAN, Aug. 04 (MNA) – Qatar's prime minister held phone talks with the foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Oman, the UAE, Kuwait and Bahrain on Tuesday, stressing the need for all sides to adhere to dialogue.

Iran proposes Muslim security alliance in region

TEHRAN, Aug. 03 (MNA) – Iran's acting defence minister on Sunday called for a joint security mechanism among Islamic countries, warning that the presence of extra-regional forces only fuels instability in the region.

Iran executes two Mossad spies

TEHRAN, Aug. 03 (MNA) – Iran executed two men early Monday after the Supreme Court upheld their death sentences for spying for the Israeli regime's Mossad.

Pezeshkian vows to make US honour MoU

TEHRAN, Aug. 03 (MNA) – Iran's president said the peace MoU would become the "centre of gravity" of the country's foreign relations, and that the security of Iran, the region and its allies would be strengthened by its implementation.

Araghchi holds talks with Saudi FM, Pakistan army chief

TEHRAN, Aug. 03 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Monday held his second round of phone talks in 24 hours with Saudi Arabia's foreign minister and Pakistan's army chief.

Iran, Iraq FMs discuss regional developments

TEHRAN, Aug. 03 (MNA) – The foreign ministers of Iran and Iraq discussed the latest regional developments by phone on Monday, exchanging views on strengthening bilateral and regional cooperation and coordination.

Blast reported near oil tanker off Oman coast

TEHRAN, Aug. 03 (MNA) – An explosion was reported near an oil tanker 20 nautical miles northeast of Khasab, Oman, on Monday.

Iran not to be caught off guard: Defense chief

TEHRAN, Aug. 02 (MNA) – Iran's acting defence minister on Sunday dismissed the notion that Tehran might be caught off guard by enemy threats, saying all threats are taken seriously and serve as a basis for increasing preparedness.

Trump says he canceled declared attacks on Iran

TEHRAN, Aug. 02 (MNA) – US President Donald Trump says he canceled declared attacks on Iran after regional countries sought a pause amid efforts to reach a possible agreement, and following warnings from Tehran.

Araghchi warns Pakistan, Turkey of US escalation

TEHRAN, Aug. 02 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned Pakistan's army chief and Turkey's foreign minister on Sunday of the consequences of U.S. "aggressive and destabilising" actions, and stressed Iran's readiness to defend itself.

Iranian MP says retaliation would go beyond region

TEHRAN, Aug. 02 (MNA) – Iran's retaliation to any new attack will not be confined to the Persian Gulf region and will target all enemy bases and the origin of the strikes wherever they come from, a senior Iranian lawmaker warned on Sunday.

Iran vows to use all means in self-defence against US

TEHRAN, Aug. 02 (MNA) – Iran's Foreign Ministry vowed to use "all its tools" to exercise its inherent right to self-defence against U.S. aggression, denouncing the ongoing naval blockade and military strikes as violations of the UN Charter.

Iran ready to hit US, Israeli infrastructure: Official

TEHRAN, Aug. 01 (MNA) – Iran has a broad retaliatory plan ready that includes Israel's critical infrastructure and U.S. energy installations in the region, a senior security official said.

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US faces critical shortage of missile defence interceptors

TEHRAN, Aug. 01 (MNA) – Months of conflict in the Middle East have left the Pentagon facing a diminishing supply of missile defence interceptors.

India offers help to ease Iran-US tensions

TEHRAN, Aug. 01 (MNA) – In a phone call with his Indian counterpart, Iran's FM blamed the US naval blockade and attacks on commercial shipping for regional instability, while India expressed concern and offered to help calm tensions.