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Iran must grow strong to defend itself in jungle formed by US

TEHRAN, Nov. 16 (MNA) – Iran’s foreign minister has censured the US for initiating an arms race across the world by its naked use of force and violations of international law, saying there is no choice but to grow strong in “jungle” created by US.

Russia has no plan to hit NATO but will respond to any attack

TEHRAN, Nov. 15 (MNA) – Spokesperson for Russia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs says Moscow has no intention to strike North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)'s member states, but is prepared to answer any aggression from alliance countries.

EU disgusted with ‘endemic corruption’ in Ukraine

TEHRAN, Nov. 15 (MNA) – The EU is seeking concrete commitments from Ukraine in the wake of the bombshell corruption scandal implicating a close associate of Vladimir Zelensky, according to media reports.

NATO expansion does not stop for a minute despite all pledges

TEHRAN, Oct. 28 (MNA) – Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has emphasized that the expansion of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) has continued unabated, despite the assurances given during Soviet times.

Decision to send Tomahawk missiles to Kiev ruin Russia ties

TEHRAN, Oct. 05 (MNA) – A potential US decision to supply Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine may ruin the positive trend in relations between Russia and the United States, Russian President Vladimir Putin told VGTRK reporter Pavel Zarubin in a comment.

Putin says Russia is at war with all NATO

TEHRAN, Oct. 02 (MNA) – Russian president says that the Western nations do not care about the Ukrainians and view them as cannon fodder, adding that his country is battling all NATO.

Lavrov:

Russia will give ‘decisive response’ if provoked by West

TEHRAN, Sep. 28 (MNA) – Russian Minister of Foreign Affairs Sergey Lavrov has warned NATO and the European Union that “any aggression against my country will be met with a decisive response”.

Kim calls for sharpening of ‘nuclear shield and sword'

TEHRAN, Sep. 27 (MNA) – North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has directed top officials to strengthen the nation’s “nuclear shield and sword”, saying only a “nuclear counteraction” could safeguard his country’s security.

Kremlin reacts to NATO threats to shoot down Russian aircraft

TEHRAN, Sep. 26 (MNA) – The Kremlin has described recent threats by NATO countries to shoot down Russian aircraft as a "reckless and irresponsible" gesture.

Russia not reacting to unhealthy remarks by politicians at UN

TEHRAN, Sep. 26 (MNA) – Russia is not responding to "unhealthy" statements by certain politicians at the UN, Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova told.

Trump, Erdogan hold talks in Washington

TEHRAN, Sep. 25 (MNA) – The US President Donald Trump hosted Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Thursday at the White House.

US vows to defend Poland, Baltic states if Russia escalates

TEHRAN, Sep. 21 (MNA) – US President Donald Trump on Sunday pledged to defend Poland and the Baltic states if Russia continues escalating tensions in the region.

NATO countries downing Russian drones over Ukraine: Medvedev

TEHRAN, Sep. 15 (MNA) – The implementation of the idea to create a no-fly zone over Ukraine and possibility for NATO countries to shoot down Russian drones would mean war between the alliance and Russia, Russian Security Council Deputy Chairman said.

Witkoff to visit Moscow this weekend: US envoy to NATO

TEHRAN, Aug. 03 (MNA) – US Special Presidential Envoy Steve Witkoff will be in the Russian capital this weekend, US Permanent Representative to NATO Matt Whitaker said.

Macron, Merz to discuss NATO, US-EU trade in Berlin talks

TEHRAN, Jul. 23 (MNA) – French President Emmanuel Macron will hold talks with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Berlin on Wednesday, focusing on NATO security, the US-EU trade dispute, and other pressing issues.

NATO chief to travel to US for talks on arms delivery

TEHRAN, Jul. 13 (MNA) – North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Secretary-General Mark Rutte will travel to Washington on Monday for talks with US President Trump about arms deliveries to Ukraine.

Spain to ramp up number of troops by 14.000 next 10 years

TEHRAN, Jul. 12 (MNA) – The Spanish government has committed to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) to increase the number of troops by 11 percent, or 14.000, within ten years, a Spanish media reported today.

NATO state issues warning over ramping up defense spending

TEHRAN, Jul. 07 (MNA) – EU nations risk “increased debt levels and unsustainable finances” if they raise defense spending too quickly, Danish Economy Minister Stephanie Lose warned.

Iran slams NATO chief’s brazen admiration for US aggression

TEHRAN, Jun. 25 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei took a swipe at the Secretary General of NATO Mark Rutte for congratulating the US president for a recent American act of military aggression against Iran.

NATO important for Europe: US president

TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) – US President Donald Trump said the North Atlantic Treaty Organization is very important for Europe.

Russia may deploy nuclear weapons in space: NATO chief

TEHRAN, Apr. 13 (MNA) – Russia may be looking to place nuclear weapons in space, which would pose a significant security risk on earth, NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte has said.

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NATO chief reacts to China military expansion

TEHRAN, Apr. 08 (MNA) – China's expansion of its armed forces is "staggering", NATO's chief said on a visit to Japan beginning Tuesday.

Militaries in France, Europe bracing for war with Russia

TEHRAN, Mar. 31 (MNA) – Military officials in European countries are preparing for a potential confrontation with Russia as a hybrid conflict or even a direct war, a media outlet reported.

Elon Musk suggests the US should leave NATO

TEHRAN, Mar. 10 (MNA) – Billionaire Elon Musk has suggested the US should leave NATO, as tensions between the US and its European allies continue to build.

US not to participate in any NATO military exercises: Report

TEHRAN, Mar. 09 (MNA) – The US has reportedly informed NATO of its decision not to participate in military exercises in Europe beyond those already scheduled for 2025, raising questions about the future of Washington in the continent.

NATO chief calls for increased arms production in Europe

TEHRAN, Mar. 08 (MNA) – NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has said that arms production must be increased on both sides of the Atlantic, and more funds need to be allocated for this purpose.

France, UK propose one-month Ukraine ceasefire plan

TEHRAN, Mar. 03 (MNA) – French President Emmanuel Macron says his country and the UK are pushing for a one-month ceasefire in Ukraine, as Europe tries to shift peace negotiations away from US control.

Trump:

Ukraine 'can forget' about joining NATO

TEHRAN, Feb. 27 (MNA) – Ukraine can forget about its aspiration to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, US President Donald Trump told reporters at the White House.

Istanbul protocol to be guidepost to make Russia-Ukraine deal

TEHRAN, Feb. 24 (MNA) – US President Donald Trump's Special Envoy Steve Witkoff says that the United States is "very close" to reaching a peace agreement between Ukraine and Russia, similar to Istanbul Protocol Agreement, to end the war.

Zelensky ready to resign if Ukraine gains NATO membership

TEHRAN, Feb. 23 (MNA) – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated on Sunday that he is willing to step down immediately if it ensures Ukraine's NATO membership.