Iran calls for expanding relations with Kurdistan region

TEHRAN, May 20 (MNA) – Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council emphasized the need to develop economic ties alongside political relations with Iraq’s Kurdistan Region.

Iran air defense capabilities up by several times: Bagheri

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – Major General Mohammad Bagheri, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran, says the capabilities and preparedness of the country's air defense has increased by several times compared to last year.

Regional states support Iran-US talks as peace needed: FM

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says that regional states have a positive approach to Iran-US nuclear talks as the negotiations contribute to regional peace.

Iran customs ready to facilitate trade with Asia–Pacific

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – The president of the Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA) says his administration is ready to contribute to trade facilitation, digital transformation, and data sharing initiatives across Asia-Pacific region.

Economic coop. brings about regional security, stability

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – Promoting economic cooperation also leads to security and stability in the region, Iranian Parliament Speaker says.

Tehran keen to cooperate with Kabul to resolve issues

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – President Masoud Pezeshkian has told Afghanistan’s acting foreign minister that Iran is ready to expand cooperation with its neighboring country in an “environment of understanding” in order for the existing issues.

FTA between Iran, EAEU member states comes into effect: TPOI

TEHRAN, May 18 (MNA) – The Trade Promotion Organization of Iran (TPOI) has said that the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between Iran and the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) member states was put into operation on May 15, 2025.

Iran strongly condemns continued Israeli attacks on Gaza

TEHRAN, May 18 (MNA) – Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmail Baghaei strongly condemned Israel’s ongoing attacks in Gaza and demanded an end to impunity for Israeli leaders.

Iran, Turkey FMs discuss diplomatic developments

TEHRAN, May 18 (MNA) – The foreign ministers of Iran and Turkey discussed the latest political developments in a phone call.

US Congress may tighten sanctions against Moscow

TEHRAN, May 18 (MNA) – The US Congress may soon tighten anti-Russian sanctions if no progress is made in the negotiations on a peaceful settlement in Ukraine, the US administration has warned.

Presidential election begins in Poland

TEHRAN, May 18 (MNA) – Poland has opened polling stations for voting in the presidential election.

Trump again uses intmidating language against Iran

TEHRAN, May 16 (MNA) – US President Donald Trump has re-escalated his hostile rhetoric against Iran, warning of unspecified consequences if Tehran fails to act swiftly on what he called an American “proposal.”

Iran not to accept pause in its right to nuclear enrichment

TEHRAN, May 16 (MNA) – A senior Iranian diplomat has stressed that Tehran stands firm on its right to nuclear enrichment as a red line, adding that the country will not accept a pause in its enrichment.

EU's Olof Skoog to meet Iranian delegation in Istanbul

TEHRAN, May 16 (MNA) – EU Deputy High Representative for Foreign Policy and Security Affairs Olof Skoog is scheduled to meet with the Iranian delegation in Turkey’s Istanbul.

Talks with Europeans to continue if need be: Gharibabadi

TEHRAN, May 16 (MNA) – A senior Iranian diplomat who attended talks with representatives of the major European states in Turkey said Friday that such talks to resolve outstanding issues amid talks with Washington on the nuclear issue will continue.

Iran not to abandon its hard-earned right to enrichment

TEHRAN, May 16 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stressed Frida that there is "no scenario in which Iran abandons its hard-earned right to enrichment" amid talks with Washington on Tehran's nuclear issue.

Iranian trade delegation to visit Moscow in coming days

TEHRAN, May 15 (MNA) – Iran’s ambassador to Russia said a large Iranian trade delegation, led by the head of the Chamber of Commerce, will visit Moscow next week amid growing bilateral cooperation.

Trump urges Syria’s interim ruler to sign Abraham Accords

TEHRAN, May 14 (MNA) – US President Donald Trump on Wednesday urged Syria’s new ruler Ahmed al-Sharaa to join the Abraham Accords normalizing relations with Israel, the White House said.

Leader praises Iranian aid workers, Red Crescent Society

TEHRAN, May 14 (MNA) – The Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has praised the Iranian paramedics and the Red Crescent Society (IRCS) for their relentless efforts.

US president's remarks cannot frustrate Iranians: Gen. Salami

TEHRAN, May 14 (MNA) – The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps said Wednesday the US President Donald Trump seeks to disappoint the Iranian nation to lose trust in the Islamic Republic, but such attempts will get nowhere.

US policy of maximum pressure on Iran failed experiment: min.

TEHRAN, May 14 (MNA) – Iran’s oil minister emphasized the diversification of the country’s crude oil sales portfolio, stating that the policy of maximum pressure is a repetitive slogan by the US and a failed experiment.

Russians can use Mir cards for payments in Iran: official

TEHRAN, May 14 (MNA) – Russian citizens holding bank cards connected to their national payment system, known as Mir, can now use the cards for making payments inside Iran, head of the technology department at the Central Bank of Iran (CBI) said.

Iran, Pakistan discuss trade expansion, launching flights

TEHRAN, May 14 (MNA) – Iran and Pakistan are exploring ways to boost trade and economic cooperation, including launching direct flights to ease travel and commercial exchange.

Halting Iran’s nuclear program not an issue in talks with US

TEHRAN, May 14 (MNA) – Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei says that stopping the nuclear program of Iran is not being discussed in the negotiations with the United States.

Macron slams Netanyahu's Gaza policy as 'shameful'

TEHRAN, May 14 (MNA) – French President Emmanuel Macron blamed Israeli regime's premier Benjamin Netanyahu, for "unacceptable" and "shameful" behaviour in blocking aid to the Palestinians in Gaza.

US sanctions network facilitating Iran oil sales

TEHRAN, May 13 (MNA) – The US Treasury Department has sanctioned an international network for its alleged facilitation of the shipment of millions of barrels of Iranian crude oil worth billions of dollars to China

Iran reports 4.6% surge in mild steel output in April

TEHRAN, May 13 (MNA) – Iran has reported a 4.6% year-on-year increase in its production of mild steel in the calendar month to late April.

Iran, Iraq emphasize developing joint coop. in energy field

TEHRAN, May 13 (MNA) – Iranian and Iraqi officials stressed the need to strengthen cooperation in the fields of oil and energy.

FTA to boost Iran-EAEU trade, economic cooperation

TEHRAN, May 12 (MNA) – Implementation of an agreement with the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), an economic union of five post-Soviet states will help both sides promote trade and economic cooperation, Iran Foreign Ministry spokesman said.

Bitcoin price exceeds $105,000

TEHRAN, May 12 (MNA) – The price of Bitcoin climbed above $105,000 for the first time since January 31, according to the Binance platform.