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B-52 bombers return to Indo-Pacific amid US-China tensions

TEHRAN, Jan. 30 (MNA) – Four US B-52 Stratofortress bombers have returned to a base in Guam after three years, under the pretext of conducting deterrence missions in the Indo-Pacific region, an American Air Force base said in a press release.

Clashes renewed in Tunis between security forces & protestors

TEHRAN, Jan. 19 (MNA) – Sources have informed about the deployment of Tunisian army forces in different provinces of the country and renewed clashes between the forces and protestors.

Sudan, Ethiopia dispatch armed forces to common border areas

TEHRAN, Dec. 29 (MNA) – Following the escalation of tensions between Sudan and Ethiopia, both sides have dispatched military forces to common border areas.

US to shut down two consulates in Russia

TEHRAN, Dec. 19 (MNA) – Following the escalation of tensions between Moscow and Washington over US accusations against Russia over cyberattacks on US government agencies, Washington announced plans to close its two remaining consulates in Russia.

PGCC Sec. Gen. accuses Iran of creating tension in region

TEHRAN, Oct. 21 (MNA) – On baseless and repetitive allegations, Secretary-General of the PGCC accused Iran of creating tensions in countries in the region such as Iraq, Syria, Lebanon and Yemen.

Three Indian soldiers killed in clashes along China border

TEHRAN, Jun. 16 (MNA) – Three Indian soldiers were killed during a "violent face-off" with Chinese troops along the countries' de facto border in the Himalayas late Monday, the Indian army said in a statement.

Pakistan condemns commencement of temple construction at Barbi Masjid site

TEHRAN, May 28 (MNA) – Pakistan has condemned the Indian government's decision to proceed with the construction of a mandir at the site of the historic Babri Masjid in Ayodhya.

Russia calls for restraint amid US-Iran tensions

TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) – Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said on Saturday that Moscow is concerned by the US threats to Iran amid tensions in the Persian Gulf and is calling on both sides to exercise restraint.

Russia, Turkey agreed to reduce tensions in Syria's Idlib

TEHRAN, Feb. 29 (MNA) – Russia and Turkey have agreed to reduce tensions on the ground in Syria’s Idlib province while continuing military action there, the Russian foreign ministry said on Saturday following several days of talks in Ankara.

Iran, Pakistan FMs discuss regional developments

TEHRAN, Jan. 13 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif met and held talks with his Pakistani counterpart, Shah Mahmood Qureshi, on Monday in Tehran.

Pakistan to play role in reducing tension in region: Pak FM

TEHRAN, Jan. 11 (MNA) – Pakistan's Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi said that the aim of his visit to Iran is to play a role in reducing tensions between Tehran and Washington.

‘Big, dangerous’ reaction awaits US if it responds to Iran’s act of self-defense

TEHRAN, Jan. 10 (MNA) – Iranian President Hassan Rouhani warned the United States of consequences of any military response to Iran after IRGC’s retaliation carried out against a US base in Iraq.

Settling regional disputes possible if US, Israeli regime don’t interfere: MP

TEHRAN, Oct. 21 (MNA) – An Iranian lawmaker said that it is possible to arrive at a political solution for disputes in the region, provided that other regional states take practical steps and US and Israeli regime stop meddling.

Iran welcomes Pakistan’s efforts to ease tensions in region: Former diplomat

TEHRAN, Oct. 13 (MNA) – Former Deputy Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Ebrahim Rahimpour said that Iran welcomes Pakistan’s efforts to reduce tensions in the region.

Settling differences through dialogue always possible: Iran

TEHRAN, Sep. 30 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Abbas Mousavi said on Monday that Iran does not reject efforts of those countries who seek to de-escalate tensions, noting that the option of dialogue is always on the table from the Iranian side.

5 reasons why Saudi oil attacks won’t lead to war with Iran: report

TEHRAN, Sep. 24 (MNA) – According to the report published in the National Interest, Iran’s objective isn’t to bait the United States into a war. Rather, it is to play a careful game of chess.

Pakistan expresses solidarity with Saudi Arabia but urges caution

TEHRAN, Sep. 22 (MNA) – According to Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi, Pakistan has expressed 'solidarity' with Saudi Arabia but has also urged Riyadh not to rush into decisions that could threaten the region’s peace and stability.

German FM warns against escalation of tension around Iran nuclear case

TEHRAN, Sep. 09 (MNA) – Germany's Foreign Minister Heiko Maas has warned against any escalation of the nuclear dispute as Iran takes third step of reducing commitments to JCPOA in the face of EU's failure to live up to its own commitments.

Japan, France coop. to reduce tension between Iran, US

TEHRAN, Sep. 08 (MNA) – Senior officials of foreign ministries of Japan and France agreed to continue their diplomatic efforts for reducing tensions between Islamic Republic of Iran and the United States.

By: Farid Haeri

Solution to providing sustainable security in Persian Gulf: transition from coalition logic

TEHRAN, Aug. 31 (MNA) – The security of the Persian Gulf region is provided in sustainable form only when solutions to the logic of play with zero algebraic output are put aside.

French official to AP:

France invites Iran to G-7 to ease tensions

TEHRAN, Aug. 25 (MNA) – A senior French official says France invited Iran’s foreign minister to the venue of the G-7 summit to try to ease tensions over its nuclear program, according to AP.

Iran has different scenarios for different threats: top cmdr.

TEHRAN, Aug. 25 (MNA) – A senior Iranian Army commander said that the country has designed various scenarios to confront different threats posed against the country.

Iran warns Israeli regime over illegal presence in Persian Gulf

TEHRAN, Aug. 09 (MNA) – Iran has reacted to the Zionist regime’s announcement that it would join the US’ so-called maritime coalition in the Persian Gulf, warning that Washington and Tel Aviv will be responsible for the consequences of such decision.

Pakistani PM warns of any possible military measure against Iran

TEHRAN, Aug. 04 (MNA) – Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan warned that any mistake or military act against Iran will turn into a quagmire for those involved.

China says JCPOA is 'irreplaceable' and sole way to resolve concerns

TEHRAN, Jul. 16 (MNA) – China has called the Iran nuclear deal “irreplaceable” and the sole way to resolve the concerns over Tehran’s nuclear program.

Russian official:

US pullout from Iran’s nuclear deal, main cause of regional tension

TEHRAN, Jul. 15 (MNA) – The Director General of the Russian International Affairs Council Andrey Kortunov said that US pullout from Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) is the main cause of tension in the region.