Italy

Gas station explodes in Rome, injuring at least 9

TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) – An explosion rocked a gas station in Rome on Friday, leaving several people injured, including eight police officers and a firefighter, officials said. The blast from the explosion was so loud that it was heard across the cit

Italy-Arab Friendship Association condemns Israeli aggression

TEHRAN, Jun. 20 (MNA) – The Italy-Arab Friendship Association condemns Israeli aggression against the Islamic Republic of Iran, saying it will continue its support for the Palestinian people as well.

Iran volleyball beat Italy in friendly

TEHRAN, May 31 (MNA) – The Iran national volleyball team defeated Italy 3-2 (23-25, 25-18, 14-25, 25-21, 15-11) in a friendly match on Friday.

Iran's culture minister due in Rome to attend Pope's funeral

TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) – Iran’s Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance left Tehran for Rome on Friday to attend the funeral ceremony of Pope Francis.

Almost 130,000 people bid farewell to Pope Francis in Rome

TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) – Almost 130,000 people have visited St. Peter’s Basilica to pay their final respects to Pope Francis since Wednesday.

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Iran remains committed to cause of dialogue, diplomacy

TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) – Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman has reaffirmed Tehran's commitment to the cause of dialogue and diplomacy as he was leaving Rome, where the second round of Iran-US nuclear talks was held with Oman's mediation.

Araghchi briefs Italian FM on progress in talks with US

TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi held a phone conversation with his Italian counterpart, Antonio Tajani, before returning to Tehran, sharing details of the second round of indirect Iran-US talks held in Rome.

Second round of Iran-US nuclear talks kicks off in Rome

TEHRAN, Apr. 19 (MNA) – The second round of indirect negotiations between Tehran and Washington kicked off in Rome on Saturday.

Iran FM holds talks with Italy FM before talks with US

TEHRAN, Apr. 19 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met with his Italian counterpart on the sidelines of the Tehran-Washington indirect talks in Rome.

Italy voices readiness to contribute to ME peace

TEHRAN, Apr. 19 (MNA) – Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani has voiced his country's readiness to contribute to the peace and stability of the Middle East region.

Iran's Araghchi in Italy for talks with US (+VIDEO)

TEHRAN, Apr. 19 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in the Italian city of Rome early on Saturday morning to hold the second indirect negotiations with the United States.

Iran reaffirms commitment to diplomacy ahead of Rome talks

TEHRAN, Apr. 19 (MNA) – Ahead of the second round of the indirect Tehran-Washington talks, Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman has once again stressed that the Islamic Republic is commited to diplomacy as a civilized way to resolve issues.

Iran hears contradictory messages from US: FM Araghchi

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi says Tehran is receiving conflicting messages from the US, asserting that Iran remains committed and consistent in indirect negotiations.

Rome likely to host next round of Iran-US indirect talks

TEHRAN, Apr. 16 (MNA) – Some media have reported that the second round of Iran-US indirect negotiations will be held in the Italian capital of Rome on Saturday, while the spokesman of Iranian foreign minister has cast doubt on that.

Italy to host new round of US-Iran nuclear talks

TEHRAN, Apr. 14 (MNA) – Italy will host a new round of nuclear talks between the US and Iran, local media announced on Monday.

Second round of Iran-US talks to reportedly be held in Italy

TEHRAN, Apr. 14 (MNA) – An American media outlet claims that the second round of nuclear talks between the US and Iran is expected to take place in Rome on Saturday.

Explosions rock tanker in Italy's Savona port

TEHRAN, Feb. 18 (MNA) – Two explosions hit a tanker in Italy's Savona port

3 killed in helicopter crash in northern Italy

TEHRAN, Feb. 06 (MNA) – Three people were killed in a helicopter crash Wednesday near the city of Parma in northern Italy.

Iran rejects Elon Musk’s role in release of Italian reporter

TEHRAN, Jan. 16 (MNA) – The Iranian Foreign Ministry has dismissed US media reports concerning American tech tycoon Elon Musk's role and intervention in the release of an Italian journalist recently held in Iran.

Blinken to meet Europeans on Syria pathway

TEHRAN, Jan. 06 (MNA) – US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will meet his European counterparts Thursday in Rome on Syria.

Iran summons Italian envoy over illegal detention

TEHRAN, Jan. 04 (MNA) – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran summoned the Italian Ambassador to Tehran Paola Amadei over the continued detention of an Iranian citizen.

Iran envoy, Italian official discuss detained nationals cases

TEHRAN, Jan. 03 (MNA) – The Iranian Embassy in Rome says Ambassador Mohammad Reza Sabouri has exchanged views with Italy's Foreign Ministry Secretary-General Riccardo Guariglia about consular issues and the cases of detained nationals.

Cyberattack reported on Italy's foreign ministry, airports

TEHRAN, Dec. 28 (MNA) – Hackers targeted around ten official websites in Italy on Saturday, including the websites of the Foreign Ministry and Milan's two airports, putting them out of action temporarily, the country's cyber security agency said.

At least 2 killed, 4 missing in blast at Italy's gas refinery

TEHRAN, Dec. 09 (MNA) – At least two people were killed and four are missing following an explosion on Monday at a gas refinery near the Italian city of Florence, according to local authorities.

3 more European airlines cancel flights to Israel

TEHRAN, Nov. 10 (MNA) – Three major European airlines have canceled their flights to and from occupied lands under the control of Israeli regime due to rising regional tension, Israeli regime media said on Sunday.