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Tehran Mayor, Spanish envoy discuss expansion of urban Coop.

TEHRAN, Nov. 11 (MNA) – Spanish Ambassador to Iran Antonio Sánchez Benedito Gaspar, met with Tehran Mayor Alireza Zakani to discuss ways to strengthen cooperation between the capitals of Iran and Spain.

Spanish Parliament votes to ban arms trade with Israel

TEHRAN, Oct. 09 (MNA) – The Spanish Parliament voted in favor of a law by a majority vote in line with anti-Zionist policies due to the regime's crimes in the Gaza Strip.

Guardiola asks people to join pro-Gazan protest in Barcelona

TEHRAN, Oct. 4 (MNA) – Manchester City manager called on people to voice their protest in solidarity with the innocent people of Gaza. 

Nicolas Maduro rejects western imperialism

TEHRAN, Oct. 4 (MNA) – The Venezuelan President emphasized his country’s anti-imperialist character during an International conference held in Caracas.

Spanish PM urges Israel to not pose threat against flotilla

TEHRAN, Oct. 01 (MNA) – Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez on Wednesday called on Israel not to pose any threat to the Gaza-bound Sumud Flotilla, stressing the mission is humanitarian and that those on board would have "full diplomatic protection."

Two Sumud Flotilla ships 270 miles from Gaza

TEHRAN, Sep. 30 (MNA) – Two vessels from the Global Sumud Convoy are currently positioned 270 nautical miles off the coast of Gaza, according to the International Committee to Break the Siege of Gaza.

Spanish FM rebukes Netanyahu claims on Palestine

TEHRAN, Sep. 23 (MNA) – Spain’s Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares has rebuked Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu for his assertion that a Palestinian state will never be established.

Spanish FM warns Israel against targeting Sumud Flotilla

TEHRAN, Sep. 23 (MNA) – Spain’s Foreign Minister has warned that Madrid will respond if Israel takes any action against the “Sumud Flotilla,” which recently set sail carrying humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip.

Spain PM wants Israel banned from intl. sporting events

TEHRAN, Sep. 15 (MNA) – Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez demanded that Israel must be barred from international sporting events.

Explosion in Spain’s Madrid injuries 21, three seriously

TEHRAN, Sep. 13 (MNA) – An explosion in a cafe in the Spanish capital Madrid on Saturday injured 21 people, three of them seriously, emergency services said.

More than 140 feared dead after Spain-bound ship sinks

TEHRAN, Aug. 30 (MNA) – More than 140 people were feared dead on Friday after a migrant ship bound for Spain’s Canary Islands sank off the coast of Mauritania, according to Spanish media reports.

Iran beaten by Spain in 2025 FIVB Boys’ U19 World C'ship

TEHRAN, Aug. 03 (MNA) – Spain defeated Iran 3-2 (23-25, 25-23, 15-25, 25-21, 15-10) in the third-place match of the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Boys’ U19 World Championship on Sunday.

Iran edges Poland in FIVB Boys' U19 World Championship 2025

TEHRAN, Jul. 24 (MNA) – Iran edged past Poland 3-2 (25–22, 25–14, 17–25, 14–25, 15–13) in the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Boys’ U-19 World Championship on Friday.

Iran loses to Spain in FIVB Boys' U19 World Championship 2025

TEHRAN, Jul. 24 (MNA) – Iran lost to Spain 3-2 (22–25, 25–20, 23–25, 25–21, 12–15) in the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Boys’ U-19 World Championship on Thursday.

Thousands told to stay home as Spain forest fire rages on

TEHRAN, Jul. 08 (MNA) – Spanish firefighters on Tuesday were battling a forest fire stoked by fierce winds that has burned more than 2,300 hectares (5,680 acres), with authorities urging thousands of residents to stay home.

Spain hosts summit to pressure Israel to halt Gaza assault

TEHRAN, May 26 (MNA) – European and Arab nations have gathered in Madrid on Sunday to urge an end to Israeli assault on the Gaza Strip as Israel’s aid blockade fuels a looming famine amid relentless bombing of Gaza.

Supporters injured when car hits crowd before Barcelona derby

TEHRAN, May 16 (MNA) – Over a dozen people were injured when a car drove into a crowd of Espanyol supporters before the club's LaLiga match against Barcelona on Thursday, local media reported.

Spain, Portugal, parts of France hit by massive power outage

TEHRAN, Apr. 28 (MNA) – A nationwide power outage hit Spain and Portugal on Monday, leaving millions without electricity.

Iran hosts "Picasso in Tehran" Exhibition

TEHRAN, Mar. 12 (MNA) – The Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art (TMoCA) hosted the grand opening of the "Picasso in Tehran" exhibition on Tuesday, showcasing a collection of works by the renowned Spanish artist Pablo Picasso.

Spain, Norway condemn Trump’s scheme to expel Palestinians

TEHRAN, Feb. 23 (MNA) – Spain and Norway have rejected the scheme to displace the Palestinians from the Gaza Strip proposed by US President Donald Trump.

Egypt, Spain reaffirm opposition to US plan for Gaza

TEHRAN, Feb. 19 (MNA) – Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez have reaffirmed their opposition to US President Donald Trump’s controversial plan to “take over” Gaza and displace Palestinians.

Russian cargo ship reportedly sinks off Spain’s coast

TEHRAN, Dec. 24 (MNA) – A Russian merchant ship Ursa Major reportedly sank in the Mediterranean Sea off the coast of Spain after an engine explosion.

Spanish PM calls for global recognition of Palestine

TEHRAN, Dec. 22 (MNA) – Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez urged the international community to recognize Palestine as a state and work towards granting it full membership in the United Nations.

Iran win five medals at World Taekwondo Poomsae Championships

TEHRAN, Dec. 03 (MNA) – Day four at the World Taekwondo Poomsae Championships in Hong Kong, China was another in which success was widely shared, as five Member National Associations (MNAs) won gold medals including firsts for Iran and Spain.

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Iran to activate 1000s of advanced centrifuges: FM Araghchi

TEHRAN, Nov. 27 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister says Iran is to activate several thousands of its domestically manufactured advanced centrifuges in response to the United Nations nuclear agency’s recent Western-backed resolution against the country.

Iran’s karate team into final of 2024 World Cup

TEHRAN, Nov. 24 (MNA) – The Iranian men's karate kumite team advanced to the finals by defeating Japan in the semifinals of the 2024 Karate World Cup being held in Spain.

Iran seven-a-side football team defeat Brazil in Spain event

TEHRAN, Nov. 19 (MNA) – Iran's seven-a-side football team defeated Brazil in their semifinal match of the 2024 World Cup in Spain on Tuesday to reach the final.

Saudi Arabia, Spain condemn Israel’s attacks

TEHRAN, Nov. 18 (MNA) – Saudi Arabia and Spain have condemned the continued Israeli aggression in the region.