Iran

IRGC issues warning to US warships in Iran’s southern waters

TEHRAN, Dec. 04 (MNA) – The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy issued firm warnings to US warships off the southern coasts of Iran, informing them to stay away from the zone of a major naval exercise currently underway.

Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Araghchi to visit Azerbaijan

TEHRAN, Dec. 04 (MNA) – Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is reportedly scheduled to visit Azerbaijan next week.

Araghchi sends written message to Lebanese foreign minister

TEHRAN, Dec. 04 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi has reiterated Tehran’s unwavering support for Lebanon’s sovereignty in a message to his Lebanese counterpart.

Caracas, Tehran to continue supporting peace diplomacy

TEHRAN, Dec. 04 (MNA) – Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil said Caracas and Tehran will keep supporting justice and peace diplomacy, as he thanked Iran for its solidarity in the face of US threats.

IRGC Navy launches military drill in Persian Gulf

TEHRAN, Dec. 04 (MNA) – Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy has launched its “Eghtedar” (Authority) drill in the Persian Gulf.

Iran launches military drill in West Azarbaijan province

TEHRAN, Dec. 04 (MNA) – Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) launched a military exercise in West Azarbaijan province on Thursday, aiming to enhance the readiness of the province's Basij forces.

IRGC offers anti-terrorism expertise to SCO member states

TEHRAN, Dec. 04 (MNA) – The commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps announced that the IRGC is ready to share its extensive anti-terrorism experience without restrictions with member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO).

Army chief says;

Iran's Army constantly strengthening defense capabilities

TEHRAN, Dec. 04 (MNA) – Iran's Army Chief Major General Amir Hatami emphasized that the Iranian military has continuously enhanced its defensive strength since the 12-day war, maintaining deterrence against Israel and the US.

Sahand-2025 Drill: Iran emerges as regional security hub

TEHRAN, Dec. 04 (MNA) – The Sahand-2025 joint anti-terrorism drill, hosted by IRGC Ground Forces in East Azarbaijan province, signals Tehran’s emerging leadership in a powerful Eastern coalition and its commitment to safeguarding regional security.

Ghalibaf:

National security, defense power not subject to talks

TEHRAN, Dec. 04 (MNA) – Iran's Parliament speaker says that Tehran in no way would negotiate its national security, defensive capabilities, or its legitimate right to progress.

Iran sees surge in China-Europe rail traffic after new deal

TEHRAN, Dec. 04 (MNA) – Iran’s rail authority says 40 trains from China have entered the country this year—compared to just seven over the previous seven years—following a major six-country transit alignment.

Leader's aide warns PGCC not to play with Iran's redlines

TEHRAN, Dec. 04 (MNA) – Rear Admiral Ali Shamkhani, a senior advisor to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, cautioned Persian Gulf littoral states after the PGCC once again repeated claims over Iran’s three islands and the Arash gas field.

IRGC general says;

Strait of Hormuz remains world’s most strategic zone

TEHRAN, Dec. 04 (MNA) – Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) warned that no country can diminish the global importance of the Strait of Hormuz, stressing Iran’s role in securing the world's key energy corridor.

Iran taking new steps to boost security along borders

TEHRAN, Dec. 04 (MNA) – Iran is implementing new security measures along its borders to defend against reported escalating threats in the east and the west.

PGCC repeats baseless claims over Iran’s trio islands

TEHRAN, Dec. 04 (MNA) – The Persian Gulf Cooperation Council (PGCC) has once again issued a statement repeating its long-standing and unfounded claims regarding Iran’s three islands and the Arash gas field.

China increases oil purchases from Iran, Western media say

TEHRAN, Dec. 03 (MNA) – Western media reported that China is increasing its oil imports from Iran, adding that two giant tankers carrying Iranian oil have unloaded their oil at the Chinese ports.

Grossi says IAEA inspected unattacked nuclear sites of Iran

TEHRAN, Dec. 03 (MNA) – IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi said inspectors have visited all Iranian nuclear facilities that were not struck in June’s attacks, while access to Natanz, Isfahan, and Fordow remains suspended due to security concerns.

Iran, Russia, China pen joint letter to UN chief

TEHRAN, Dec. 03 (MNA) – In a joint letter to the UN Security Council president and the UN secretary-general, the ambassadors of Iran, Russia, and China stressed that all provisions of Resolution 2231 have expired as of October 18, 2025.

Pakistan-Iran-Turkey freight train to resume activity soon

TEHRAN, Dec. 03 (MNA) – Pakistan’s railways minister announced that the ECO freight train linking Islamabad, Tehran, and Istanbul will resume operations on December 31, emphasizing the country’s interest in expanding regional connectivity with Iran.

Iran defense Coop. with other states continuously expanding

TEHRAN, Dec. 02 (MNA) – Iran’s parliament speaker said the country’s defense and counterterrorism partnerships with other nations are steadily growing, highlighting the significance of the “Sahand 2025” joint drill.

Iran never abandoned diplomacy, Araghchi says

TEHRAN, Dec. 02 (MNA) – Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Iran has remained committed to diplomacy despite Washington’s disruption of indirect talks.

Iran, Turkey determined to advance lasting regional peace

TEHRAN, Dec. 02 (MNA) – Iran’s foreign minister said Tehran and Ankara, as two major regional powers, are committed to working closely together to promote sustainable peace, stability, and development across the region.