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Japanese space startup aborts 2nd satellite launch attempt

TEHRAN, Dec. 18 (MNA) –  A Japanese space startup said its second attempt to launch a rocket carrying satellites into orbit had been aborted minutes after liftoff Wednesday, nine months after the company's first launch attempt ended in an explosion.

Nobel Peace laureate calls for global nuclear disarmament

TEHRAN, Dec. 11 (MNA) – The Nobel Peace Prize-winning Nihon Hidankyo, an organization campaigning against nuclear weapons, has called for global nuclear disarmament.

Iran football team runner-up at Asia-Pacific Deaf Games

TEHRAN, Dec. 09 (MNA) – Iran’s football team finished in second place at the 10th Asia-Pacific Deaf Games held in Malaysia.

Japan downs Iran at 2024 Asian Women's Handball Championship

TEHRAN, Dec. 04 (MNA) – Iran lost to Japan 34-14 at the 20th Asian Women's Handball Championship in the opening match on Tuesday.

UNDP welcomes Japan aid for boosting Iran wetlands management

TEHRAN, Dec. 02 (MNA) – The UNDP in Tehran welcomed the contribution of JPY 690,000,000 from the Government of Japan to enhance wetland management and strengthen climate resilience in Lake Urmia, Shadegan, Parishan and Anzali wetlands.

Iran football downs Japan at Asia-Pacific Deaf Games

TEHRAN, Dec. 01 (MNA) – Iran football team defeated Japan 3-1 at the 10th Asia-Pacific Deaf Games on Saturday.

Japan aborts rocket test after fire

TEHRAN, Nov. 26 (MNA) – Japan's space agency, JAXA, aborted an engine test for the Epsilon S rocket after a large fire broke out at the Tanegashima Space Center on Tuesday.

Japan, US to form missile plan in case of Taiwan emergency

TEHRAN, Nov. 25 (MNA) – Japan and the US aim to compile a joint military plan for a possible Taiwan emergency that includes deploying missiles.

N. Korea condemns US military drills with S. Korea, Japan

TEHRAN, Nov. 23 (MNA) – North Korea condemned on Saturday recent joint military drills by the United States, South Korea, and Japan, warning that it would take immediate actions if needed to defend the state.

Iran lose to Japan at 2024 IWBF U23 Asia Oceania C'ship

TEHRAN, Nov. 19 (MNA) – Iran lost to Japan 65-58 at the 2024 International Wheelchair Basketball Federation (IWBF) U23 Asia Oceania Championship on Tuesday.

3 killed in boats collision in Japan

TEHRAN, Nov. 17 (MNA) – Three people died when a pleasure boat and a tugboat collided in the Seto Inland Sea in western Japan on Sunday morning, the coast guard said.

Japan troops to train with Australia, US militaries in Darwin

TEHRAN, Nov. 17 (MNA) – Japanese troops will begin regular deployments in northern Australia as part of military cooperation with Australia and the US, Australia's Defence Minister Richard Marles said on Sunday.

US, Japan, South Korea to set up secretariat to advance coop.

TEHRAN, Nov. 16 (MNA) – The leaders of the US, Japan, and South Korea agreed on Friday to form a secretariat to help advance their trilateral cooperation.

US aircraft carrier joins military drills with S Korea, Japan

TEHRAN, Nov. 13 (MNA) – South Korea's military said it will hold a three-day joint exercise with the US and Japan starting on Wednesday, featuring fighter jets and marine patrol aircraft.

Ishiba formally reelected as Japanese PM: report

TEHRAN, Nov. 11 (MNA) – Shigeru Ishiba was formally reelected as Japan's prime minister on Monday after a rare runoff vote in parliament that his ruling coalition no longer controls.

Japan's government resigns

TEHRAN, Nov. 11 (MNA) – The Japanese government, led by Shigeru Ishiba, has resigned ahead of a parliamentary vote on the prime minister’s candidacy during a special session, following early elections held on October 27.

Japanese Navy minesweeper catches fire, one injured: report

TEHRAN, Nov. 10 (MNA) – A fire broke out on a Japanese Self-Defense Forces ship on Sunday, with national broadcaster reporting that one crew member was hospitalized due to smoke inhalation.

N Korea launches short-range ballistic missiles to sea

TEHRAN, Nov. 05 (MNA) – North Korea has launched a salvo of ballistic missiles toward the sea off the east coast of the Korean Peninsula, South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) said.

Iran FM hails welcome given to his diaries in Japan

TEHRAN, Nov. 03 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has praised Japanese readers for the welcome they have given to a book containing diaries from his time as Iran’s ambassador to the East Asian country.

S Korea, US, Japan run joint air drills

TEHRAN, Nov. 03 (MNA) – South Korea, Japan, and the United States on Nov 3 conducted a joint air drill involving a nuclear-capable bomber, Seoul’s military said, in response to North Korea’s latest long-range missile test.

Japan and EU sign new defense, security pact: report

TEHRAN, Nov. 02 (MNA) – Japan and the European Union announced a sweeping security partnership on Friday, which will include more joint drills and defense industry cooperation, amid rising tensions over China, North Korea.

DPRK fires ballistic missile towards Sea of Japan

TEHRAN, Oct. 31 (MNA) – The Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) fired a ballistic missile in the early hours of Thursday.

Japan envoy calls for further development of ties with Iran

TEHRAN, Oct. 30 (MNA) – Japanese Ambassador to Tehran Tamaki Tsukada has called for cooperation with Iran while referring to good grounds for deepening bilateral relations in various areas.

Japan's ruling coalition loses majority: Report

TEHRAN, Oct. 28 (MNA) – Japan's ruling coalition lost its parliamentary majority in a drubbing at Sunday's national election, raising uncertainty over the make-up of the next government and the outlook for the world's fourth-largest economy.

Iran to meet Japan in 2024 Asian Women Handball C’ship Opener

TEHRAN, Oct. 26 (MNA) – Iran will open the 2024 Asian Women's Handball Championship with a match against Japan.

Japan, US launch joint military exercise

TEHRAN, Oct. 23 (MNA) – The US and Japan have kicked off large-scale military drills dubbed Keen Sword throughout Japan’s territory.