West Asia

Resistance countries to have upper hand in any future balance of power in region: Velayati

TEHRAN, Oct. 22 (MNA) – A top adviser to Iran's Leader Ali Akbar Velayati has said that the member states of the Resistance Front will have an upper hand in balance of power in the West Asia region.

In a meeting with Uzbek counterpart:

Iran defense min. warns of threat of terrorism in S, W Asia

TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) – Iran’s Defense Minister Amir Hatami has warned against the threat of terrorism and extremism as two dangerous phenomena against the security and stability of countries in the west and south of Asia.

Iranian weightlifter collects 3 gold medals in Manama competitions

TEHRAN, Dec. 29 (MNA) – An Iranian weightlifter at 55 kg division has grabbed 3 gold medals at an international weightlifting championships underway in Bahrain.

JCPOA hurt after US withdrawal, Iran president advisor says

TEHRAN, Dec. 17 (MNA) – Hessam al-Din Ashna, cultural adviser to the Iranian president, said Sat. that the nuclear deal has been damaged after the US withdrawal and may be more hurt if other countries do not stick to their commitments.

Tehran Security Conf. to address regional crises, US adverse role

TEHRAN, Dec. 17 (MNA) – The 3rd Tehran Security Conference, scheduled for 13-14 Jan. 2019, will address a wide range of relevant topics including regional crises, fighting terrorism, and US lack of commitment to international treaties.

Regional security officials to meet in Tehran

TEHRAN, Sep. 24 (MNA) –National security secretaries and advisers of Iran, Russia, China, India and Afghanistan will hold a meeting in Tehran on September 26.

Iran’s amb. to Pakistan:

Tehran, Islamabad to take firm steps in cementing regional ties

TEHRAN, Sep. 10 (MNA) – Iranian Ambassador to Islamabad Mehdi Honardoost said that Iran and Pakistan will take constructive steps in strengthening regional ties.

AFC Champions League;

Iran's Perspolis beaten by Qatar's Al Duhail in quarterfinals

TEHRAN, Aug. 28 (MNA) – Iran Persian Gulf League winner Persepolis conceded defeat to Qatari Al Duhail football team 1-0 on Tue. in the AFC Champions League quarterfinals.

Iran Army Air Force increases chopper missiles range to 12 km

TEHRAN, Aug. 18 (MNA) – Iranian Army Air Force Commander Brigadier General Amir Ghorbani said that renewing helicopters project is going ahead as planned, adding that the range of missiles installed on combat helicopters has increased to above 8 kilometers.

Tehran getting prepared for 3rd Security Conference

TEHRAN, Aug. 04 (MNA) – A briefing session was held on preparations for the 3rd Tehran Security Conference slated for February 2019, in the presence of as many as forty ambassadors and the heads of diplomatic missions.

3rd Tehran Security Conf. to be held in Feb. 2019

TEHRAN, Jul. 11 (MNA) – The secretariat of Tehran Security Conference announced on Wednesday that the 3rd edition of the event will be held in February 2019 in Tehran.

‘International Affairs’ by MNA journalist comes out

TEHRAN, Jun. 27 (MNA) – ‘International Affairs’, a book written by foreign policy expert and MNA staff member Mohammad Mahdi Maleki has been released.

Leader military aid:

US seeks change in geography of West Asia

TEHRAN, Jun. 27 (MNA) – Top Military Aide to the Iranian Leader Major General Yahya Rahim Safavi has said that the US is seeking to topple Syrian government to cut off Iran’s support for Hezbollah and other Resistance movements.

Top military official says Iran has plans to respond to any threats

TEHRAN, Jun. 25 (MNA) – Top Military Aide to the Iranian Leader Major General Yahya Rahim Safavi has said that Iran has taken necessary measures to respond to any US and Israeli military and non-military threats.

‘West Asia’ addresses regional developments, Iran foreign policy

TEHRAN, Jun. 03 (MNA) – ‘West Asia’, a book written by a foreign policy expert Mohammad Mahdi Maleki, was published by the Golden Authors Publication.

Velayati meets with Syrian tribal leader, stresses Syria’s unity

TEHRAN, May 02 (MNA) – The senior adviser to Iran Leader Ali Akbar Velayati received a representative of Kurdish tribes in Syria during which he stressed unity among all Syrians from all ethnic and religious backgrounds.

Iran reiterates its support for Syria’s territorial integrity

TEHRAN, Apr. 30 (MNA) – In a meeting with Syrian president Bashar Al-Assad, Iran's Alaeddin Boroujerdi stressed that Iran’s support for Syria’s territorial integrity and its sovereignty will continue.

IRGC deputy chief:

US seeks to create “security dilemma” in West Asia

TEHRAN, Apr. 30 (MNA) – In reaction to US secretary of state's recent trip to the region, IRGC deputy commander said the US strategy is creating a “security dilemma” in line with its desire for domination over the Arab countries.

Iran never to bow to US, allies: Army chief

TEHRAN, Apr. 23 (MNA) – The Islamic Republic of Iran will never bow to the will and pressure of the US and its allies, and will continue to expand self-sufficient cooperation with neighboring countries, Iranian army chief Bagheri said Monday.  

Iran’s GDP growth ranks 10th in Asia

TEHRAN, Apr. 22 (MNA) – According to ‘the Spectator Index’ statistics, Iran GDP growth has ranked 10 in Asia with 4% since the start of 2018, standing above Saudi Arabia and the occupying regime of Israel.

Iran’s culture min. meets with Iraqi FM in Baghdad

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – Iran’s Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance Seyed Abbas Salehi, who is in Baghdad on an official visit, has met with Iraqi Foreign Minister Ibrahim al-Jaafari.

Def. min.:

Iran opposes any kind of aggression against Syria

TEHRAN, Apr. 04 (MNA) – Iran opposes any aggression against any nations such as Syria, according to Iranian defense minister, adding that Syria’s territorial integrity and national sovereignty must be respected.

Iranian young basketballers win title at U18 WABA C’ships

TEHRAN, Feb. 16 (MNA) – The Iran men’s national under-17 basketball team have won the title at U18 West Asian Basketball Association (WABA) qualifier 2018 in Jordan.

Navy comdr.:

Only regional countries responsible for West Asia security

TEHRAN, Feb. 8 (MNA) – Iran’s Navy Commander Khanzadi stressed Thu. that the security in the West Asian region should be provided by the regional countries alone, calling on trans-regional forces to leave the area.

UNESCAP head:

Iran exposed to many natural disasters

TEHRAN, Jan. 31 (MNA) – Under- Secretary-General of the United Nations Shamshad Akhtar, said in Tehran on Wednesday that Iran was chosen to host the Asia-Pacific Center for Disaster Information Management (APDIM) because it faces lots of natural disasters.

Major Gen. Safavi:

US seeking to maintain conflicts in West Asia

TEHRAN, Jan. 23 (MNA) – Major General Yahya Rahim Safavi, Leader’s top military aide warns of new Saudi-US-Israeli plots in the region and said, “US is currently maintaining hubs of conflict and using these conflicts to stimulate disputes in the region as well.”