Iran

Iran parliament approves Akhlaghi as new defense minister

TEHRAN, Oct. 18 (MNA) – Mehrdad Akhlaghi Ketabchi won a parliamentary vote of confidence on Sunday to become Iran's new defense minister.

Iran's Araghchi, OIC chief discuss Islamic world issues

TEHRAN, Oct. 18 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met Organisation of Islamic Cooperation Secretary-General Ismail Ould Cheikh Ahmed in Baghdad, discussing issues facing the Islamic world and the organization's agenda.

Hormuz insecurity result of US, Israeli aggression: Araghchi

TEHRAN, Oct. 18 (MNA) – Iran's foreign minister said insecurity in the Strait of Hormuz is a direct result of US and Israeli aggression that began on February 28. 

Araghchi holds talks with Iraqi PM in Baghdad

TEHRAN, Oct. 18 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held talks with Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Falih al-Zaidi during a visit to Baghdad.

Iran FM affirms support for Lebanon's sovereignty

TEHRAN, Oct. 18 (MNA) – Iran's foreign minister voiced support for Lebanon's right to defend its sovereignty and national security against Israeli aggression during a meeting with his Lebanese counterpart in Baghdad.

Iran Army Navy:

Violating oil tanker catches fire in Sea of Oman

TEHRAN, Oct. 15 (MNA) – A violating oil tanker that had switched off its tracking systems caught fire in a prohibited zone in the Sea of Oman, east of the Strait of Hormuz, Iran's Army Navy said.

Pezeshkian:

Bombs, missiles cannot force Iranian nation to surrender

TEHRAN, Oct. 15 (MNA) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said that bombs and missiles cannot force the country to surrender.

Army official:

Strait of Hormuz closed, transit must be coordinated

TEHRAN, Oct. 15 (MNA) – Iran's deputy army coordinator said the Strait of Hormuz is closed and any transit requires coordination, citing rising US gasoline prices as proof.

Army Spox.:

US aims to destroy Iranian-Islamic civilization

TEHRAN, Oct. 15 (MNA) – The United States aims to destroy Iranian-Islamic civilization, not just overthrow the Islamic Republic, an Iranian Army spokesman said, citing recent remarks by Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

IRGC Navy:

Container carrier sinks in Strait of Hormuz after explosion

TEHRAN, Oct. 14 (MNA) – A container carrier vessel carrying more than 2,500 containers sank in waters south of the Strait of Hormuz this morning after hitting a naval mine and catching fire, the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps Navy said.

Iran central bank chief rejects economic collapse claims

TEHRAN, Oct. 14 (MNA) – Iran's central bank governor dismissed claims that the country's economy is collapsing, saying it has shown notable resilience despite war, US sanctions and economic pressure.

US lawmakers press Pentagon over civilian deaths in Iran

TEHRAN, Oct. 14 (MNA) – A group of 77 US Congress members is “demanding answers” from the Pentagon on the protection of civilians after two deadly US strikes in Iran this year.

Iranian diplomat:

Trump’s remarks about Tehran destroying LA election rhetoric

TEHRAN, Oct. 14 (MNA) – Iranian Ambassador to Russia Kazem Jalali has slammed US President Donald Trump’s allegations that Iran can destroy Los Angeles and San Diego as a figment and campaign rhetoric.

Iran, Oman FMs discuss regional developments

TEHRAN, Oct. 14 (MNA) – Iran and Oman's foreign ministers held a phone call early Wednesday to discuss Yemen and other regional developments.

Fertility Treatment in Iran

TEHRAN, Oct. 13 (MNA) – This article explores why Iran has become an option for international patients seeking fertility treatment.

Araghchi says aggressors must be held accountable

TEHRAN, Oct. 13 (MNA) – Iran's foreign minister said holding enemies of the country accountable for military aggression and environmental damage is an undeniable necessity, adding that Iran neither forgives nor forgets.

Spox.:

Iran endures relying on people, ancient culture

TEHRAN, Oct. 13 (MNA) – Government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani marked Hafez Day by saying Iran will always endure through its people and ancient culture, citing his message that hardship does not extinguish hope.

Tehran slams UK over baseless Fairford claims

TEHRAN, Oct. 13 (MNA) – Iran's Foreign Ministry strongly condemned British claims linking Tehran to an alleged security incident at RAF Fairford, calling them a false-flag plot to advance anti-Iran campaigns.

IRGC chief warns against foreign meddling in Persian Gulf

TEHRAN, Oct. 13 (MNA) – No extra-regional power has the right to threaten the Persian Gulf region, the IRGC chief says.

Gharibabadi:

Iran welcomes diplomacy, ready to defend itself

TEHRAN, Oct. 13 (MNA) – Iran welcomes all diplomatic processes and is simultaneously prepared to defend itself, a senior Foreign Ministry official said.

Sourcing Natural Stone from Iran

TEHRAN, Oct. 12 (MNA) – Sourcing natural stone from Iran requires more than competitive pricing. Buyers must assess material quality, verify specifications, confirm availability, and understand export responsibilities before placing an order.

IRGC Spox.:

Western civilization to return to Bay of Pigs

TEHRAN, Oct. 12 (MNA) – IRGC spokesman Hossein Mohebbi has invoked historical battles involving Parthian and Sassanian forces to warn that Western civilization will face humiliation in a future confrontation.

SNSC chief:

US response to Iran’s conditions 'insufficient'

TEHRAN, Oct. 12 (MNA) – Iran’s top security official Mohsen Rezaei says Washington has accepted some of Iran’s seven conditions but its response remains insufficient.

IRGC Navy warns ships against turning off navigation systems

TEHRAN, Oct. 12 (MNA) – Iran’s IRGC Navy chief Ali Azmaei has warned that ships in the Strait of Hormuz that switch off their navigation and identification systems will be classified as hostile and face decisive action.

IRGC:

Third oil tanker catches fire in Hormuz after hitting mine

TEHRAN, Oct. 12 (MNA) – A third oil tanker caught fire in the Strait of Hormuz after striking a naval mine, according to Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guard Corps, which said the vessel had attempted to cross an unauthorized route despite warnings.

Iran president, Omani Sultan discuss bilateral cooperation

TEHRAN, Oct. 11 (MNA) – President Masoud Pezeshkian and Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq stressed the importance of continued consultations and constructive diplomatic engagement to strengthen regional peace and stability, in a phone call on Sunday.

Gharibabadi:

Minab school case being pursued in international courts

TEHRAN, Oct. 11 (MNA) – Iran's deputy foreign minister for legal and international affairs said documents on the attack on the Minba school have been gathered, and the legal case is being pursued in international bodies and foreign courts.

Aggressors must answer for ecocide: Araghchi

TEHRAN, Oct. 11 (MNA) – Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said aggressors must be held accountable for environmental destruction, calling ecocide a crime beyond war crimes and urging international action rather than expressions of concern.