News Archive - 7 May 2020

On the occasion of Nakba Day, May 15 (an annual day of commemoration of the displacement that preceded and followed the Israeli Declaration of Independence in 1948), Mehr news conducted an interview with Iranian expert on West Asian Affairs and Secretary of the Political Commission of Society for the Defence of...

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The event was due to be held from September 12 to October 4 in Lithuania, however, the coronavirus outbreak has complicated the situation. On the one hand, the qualification events in Asia and America have been postponed due to the pandemic, and on the other hand, Lithuania has requested the postponement...

Online registration is now open for the virtual thematic summit on the Coronavirus. The first day of the summit will be focused on “Sharing Experiences and Observations of the Islamic Countries’ Medical Staff in Dealing with COVID-19”. The second day will be focused on “Scientific discoveries, Technological innovations and Strategies...

Daryabandari (1929 – 2020) was a writer and translator of works from English into Persian. He started translation at the age of 17–18 with the book of William Faulkner, “A Rose for Emily”. The best Persian translations of Hemingway’s “A Farewell to Arms” and “The Old Man and the Sea”,...

The film is about life in a mysterious and unknown planet, a rabbit-like creature is eaten, but that's not the end of the story. Founded in 1982, the Stuttgart International Festival of Animated Film is one of the biggest and most important international festivals for animation. The festival attracts 80,000...

For this purpose, Head of Trade Promotion Organization of Iran (TPOI) Hamid Zadboum conferred with Turkey’s Deputy Minister of Customs and Trade Riza Tuna Turagay on Mon. in a conversation via videoconference. The two sides discussed the promotion of trade, removal of restrictions ahead of transit of trade goods between...

While rejecting the claim of the Islamic Republic of Iran Railways on non-organizing the Rail Expo 2020 due to the spread of coronavirus in the country, Iran International Exhibitions Company stated that organizing exhibitions will be decided by the Ministry of Industry, Mine and Trade as sole decision-making body. For...

The Director General of Trade Promotion Organization of Iran for Arabic-African Office Affairs Farzad Piltan made the remarks on Tue and put country’s trade volume exchanged with Arab countries in the Persian Gulf littoral states and Middle East [including Iraq, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Syria, Lebanon, Jordan and Saudi Arabia] at...

Minister of Industry, Mine and Trade Reza Rahmani made the remarks on Tue. and added, “the objectives of domestic manufacturing of industrial parts were realized through the conclusion of separate Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with other ministries and organization and also knowledge-based companies for indigenizing some imported parts and equipment.

He made the remarks in Markazi province where he inaugurated six hydroelectric projects on Tuesday through video conference. The projects were inaugurated in the third week of the implementation of a major program called “A B Iran” - the acronyms A and B stand for water, electricity in Persian”, in which...

Statistics show that 148 steel sections’ production units are active in the country and it is expected that over 46 million tons of new capacity to be added to the current steel production volume by 2025. About 20,514,080 tons of steel was produced in the country last year [ended March...

According to Petropars, the MOU was signed by Hamid Reza Masoudi, CEO of Petropars Group, and Seyed Abdullah Mousavi, CEO of the NIDC, Shana reported on Tuesday. Accordingly, the two sides stressed the need to provide conditions for cooperation in the implementation of future petroleum projects. Having implemented various projects...

Kazem Gharibabadi said Wednesday that Iran is among the 62 countries that are implementing the Additional Protocol and the Comprehensive Safeguard Agreement, but still, IAEA has not reached a broader conclusion on undeclared materials and activities. The envoy then referred to the IAEA’s 2019 inspections report, noting that of the...

“As Iran has progressed in flattening the COVID19 curve, Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif promised to supply all countries in need with COVID19-related devices and equipment,” Abbas Mousavi wrote on his Twitter account on Wednesday, with the hashtag #StrongerTogether. “As a gesture of solidarity, Iran has sent medical items to...

He made the remarks in a meeting held with laborers on Wednesday through video conference on the occasion of Iran’s national Workers Week. In this video conference, managers and a number of exemplary laborers delivered reports on the status of production and about their achievements, issues and problems. They also...

This was the first direct flight from Madrid to Tehran after 16 years. According to Iran's Embassy in Spain, the first group of Iranians living in Spain comprising 170 passengers returned home on Monday. Following the request of a significant number of Iranians living in Spain to return to the...

In the operation, ISIL takfiri positions and bases were targeted with mortar shells in the two areas in Iraq’s Samarra. Hashd al-Sha’abi reported that a number of ISIL takfiri forces were killed and several others were seriously injured during the operation. Earlier, Hashd al-Sha’abi forces had targeted ISIL takfiri terrorist...

Naming Brazil as an emerging economic power and an important member of BRICS, Gharibi underscored the significance of preserving and fortifying ties between Iran and Brazil. He said Iranian and Brazilian economies are complementary and it is vital for both sides to revive their ties after the coronavirus pandemic. The...

Javad Aghazadeh in an interview with Mehr news agency said that the consignment has been donated by the Consul General of the Islamic Republic of Iran in China’s Guangzhou to West Azarbaijan University of Medical Sciences in order to combat COVID-19. This consignment includes 550 isolated gowns, 40 protective overalls,...

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As reported, Bahraini officials obstinately refuse to allow him to have a much-needed surgery, therefore the wellbeing of the ailing cleric is under a big threat. The cleric is in  Jau Prison, south of the capital Manama, where he is prevented from undergoing an emergency operation. Sheikh's family said they “received a phone...

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More than 231 Parliament members attended the session. "My Cabinet has warned Parliament’s support and we will work to earn the trust and support of the Iraqi people," Al-Kazemi tweeted. "I am grateful to those who worked with us to form the government," he added, "I urge all political actors to...

The death toll in the United States continues to surge with 74,807 deaths and 1,263,183 cases. The overall coronavirus death toll in Spain rose to 25,857, while the overall number of diagnosed cases rose to 253,682. Out of a total of 214,457 Covid-19 patients in Italy, 29,684 have lost their lives.

Director of Bazargan Customs office Sadeq Namdar informed on Thursday that it is the seventh medical cargo delivered to Iran through the northwestern Iranian border market. The medical cargo includes antiserum, lab tools, and medical equipment, Namdar said. He added that the latest medical cargo is worth about 5.2...

"In the framework of measures to prevent the spread of coronavirus in the country, the elections of deputies of the People’s Council, scheduled for May 20, 2020, are postponed to July 19," the decree said. The election was initially scheduled for April 13 but due to the outbreak, it had...

In this visit he was informed about the procedure of convalescent plasma donation in Iran amid the coronavirus pandemic. Hamelmann visited different departments of the Iranian organization and hold a meeting with IBTO chief Afshin Eshghi. In the meeting, Eshghi elaborated on the countermeasures under the coronavirus outbreak in Iran saying...

He went on to say that spread of coronavirus, COVID-19, has played an important role in reducing direct consumption and disorder in supply chain of the United Arab Emirates especially Dubai. He pointed to the way of transportation of cargo and added, “currently, UAE imports and exports products using wooden,...

Mohammad-Reza Rajabi, Sarakhs Governor, said on Wednesday that “Sarakhs Special Economic Zone enjoys well-established infrastructures for goods transit and trades with the Central Asian countries, which can turn it into a hub for energy swap in the region.” “Suitably located on the regional and international trade routes, Sarakhs Special...

In a statement, the ministry said that its forces in West Azarbaijan and Kordestan provinces have managed to monitor and eliminate two terrorist groups, affiliated with separatist groups, that had entered the country from neighboring countries to carry out acts of terrorism. During the effective intelligence operation, 16 terrorist elements...

Hanachi referred to the difficulties Iran is dealing with under US sanctions, i.e. buying health equipment, the Iranian government has put providing masks and health items on its agenda. "We started the social distancing plan after Nowruz Holiday and screened 72 million people with the cooperation of the Iranian...

The International Thalassaemia Day celebrated annually on the 8th of May, is a commemoration day in honor of all patients with thalassemia and their parents who have never lost hope for life, despite the burden of their disease, and to all scientists who, with tireless dedication and enduring efforts, are...

Rouhani made the remarks in a telephone conversation with Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen on Wednesday. The two presidents also termed US sanctions as a hurdle ahead of meeting medical and pharmaceutical requirements and announced their opposition against the continuation of these sanctions. Despite the current tough condition for...

Referring to false reports regarding the incident occurred for some Afghan citizens in the border regions with Iran, he said, “As previously stated by various Iranian officials, we strongly reject reports that a number of Afghan nationals have been forced by Iranian border guards to return to their country by...

Unfortunately, some countries especially the United States are pursuing their political objectives, imposing pressure and sanctions against other countries, and nations and countries should stand against their malicious objectives, said Rouhani in a telephone conversation with his Uzbek counterpart Shavkat Mirziyoyev on Wednesday. The two presidents congratulated each other on the arrival...

He made the remarks in a tweet after having a telephone conversation with the Foreign Policy Adviser to the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan on Wednesday. Vaezi wrote in Azeri language, “friendship between people of Iran and Azerbaijan is deep-rooted.” Developing trade and economic ties as well as...

Speaking in a telephone conversation with Tajikistan President Emomali Rahmon on Wed., Rouhani pointed to the salient achievements gained in the country in the field of producing coronavirus diagnostic kits as well as other required medical equipment and added, “Iran is ready to meet Tajikistan’s demand in this field...

The short film has received an ‘honorable mention’ in the April competitions of the event. 'There Will Be Spring' depicts a miserable man in pandemic and quarantine conditions facing a tree that has just blossomed. Berlin Flash Film Festival is a monthly, online film festival that celebrates micro and super...

About 10 years ago, Lake Urmia, northwestern Iran, began its gradual death. Photos of the country's largest saltwater lake were going viral those days, worrying every Iranian. But the lake is now experiencing its best condition over the past decade, showing signs of its former glory. The water level of the...

Police Chief of Qazvin Province Brigadier General Mehdi Hajian made the announcement on Wednesday, saying that 65 kg of opium has been seized in a joint operation with the anti-narcotics police forces of the Isfahan province. One offender has also been arrested and handed to the judiciary, he added. Based...

Etela’at Leader: 'Production' shield of economy against challenges Rouhani warns of extending Iran' arms embargo Friday Prayers to be held in 180 bases this week Iran Leader calls for protection of workers' rights in Iran Consequences of extension of Iran' arms embargo Javan Rouhani: Iran will not accept any violation of...

In his remarks, Rouhnai urged ministries of 'finance' and 'industry and mine' to cooperate on offering shares of small and medium-sized mines at Iran's stock market. Despite a series of unjust US sanctions, Iran managed to push up its copper exports to one billion dollars in the past calendar year...

After a heavy armed clash with members of a major drug trafficking circle in Khash county region, police forces managed to seize 2.419 tons of various illicit drugs, said Second Brigadier General Mohammad Ghanbari on Thursday. The seizure includes 2.03 tons of opium, 406kg of hashish, and 10kg...

Through a twitter message on Thursday, Masjedi wished success and prosperity for the new Iraqi government. Receiving Iraqi Parliament's vote of confidence in Late hours of Wednesday, al-Kazemi, is now the country's Prime Minister. More than 231 Parliament members attended the session. "My Cabinet has warned Parliament’s support and we will...

"Congratulations to PM al-Kazemi, his cabinet, the Parliament and most importantly the people of Iraq for success in forming a new government," Zarif tweeted. "Iran always stands with the Iraqi people and their choice of administration," he added. Earlier on Thursday, Iran's Ambassador to Baghdad Iraj Masjedi sent a congratulation...

FM Zarif held a phone conversation with his Uzbek counterpart Abdulaziz Kamilov on Thursday. Heavy rain and high winds on May 01, led to a burst in Sardoba dam in Syrdarya region in Uzbekistan. The flooding caused by the incident affected both Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan, forcing officials to evacuate thousands...

In this meeting, the ministry also presented its report on taken anti-coronavirus measures in Iran. During the meeting, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani issued the necessary orders for the supply and storage of medical equipment and exports of items in excess of the country's needs. Iranian knowledge-based companies have produced a...

According to the public rations of the festival, Mohammad Mehdi Asgarpour, the festival's secretary, said: "Following the outbreak of the respiratory disease globally about three months ago, it was primarily decided to postpone the 38th edition of the FIFF to early June." FIFF is Iran’s major international film event. This...

On the second anniversary of US withdrawal from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), Foreign Ministry shared a post in its Twitter account about the deal. “The United States hates the JCPOA, it has withdrawn from and violates the deal while punishing all those committed to the JCPOA,” wrote...

He made the remarks in the inauguration ceremony of national projects of the copper industry held through a video conference with the participation of President Hassan Rouhani on Thursday morning. The minister noted that his ministry has extraction of minerals as its top priority in the current Iranian calendar year and...

HAMEDAN, May 05 (MNA) – Pictures show piles of wool yarns being put into dye baths of different colors to prepare one of the basic materials for producing the renowned Persian handmade carpets.       ...

QOM, May 06 (MNA) – Hawz Mereh wetland, situated in the west of Kavir National Park in Qom province, has been revived by recent heavy rains. With an area of 10,000 hectares, the wetland is hosting various migratory birds.    ...

TEHRAN, May 6 (MNA) – Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei met with laborers on Wednesday through video conference on the occasion of Iran’s national Workers Week.                    ...

TEHRAN, May 06 (MNA) – Midwives are in a unique position, given the emphasis of the philosophy of midwifery care on building relationships and incorporating a holistic approach, to support women to make healthy choices with the aim of promoting health and preventing ill health and to back new-borns.

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GORGAN, May 5 (MNA) – The plan of distributing 17,000 livelihood foodstuff packages [special of the needy people in Golestan province] kicked off at the initiative taken by the Execution of Imam Khomeini Order [EIKO] on Tue. in a ceremony held in the presence of Leader’s representative in Golestan,...

TEHRAN, May 07 (MNA) – Tehran's Traffic Police Chief Second Brigadier General Mohammadreza Mehmandar visited Mehr News Agency Headquarters on Wed. While visiting different sections of MNA, he answered questions raised by correspondents.

TEHRAN, May 07 (MNA) – Here are the front pages of Iran-based international newspapers on Wednesday, May 07.   ...

TEHRAN, May 07 (MNA) – Jihadi forces in Qom province prepare more than 4,000 pre-dawn meals per day to be distributed among needy people. Pre-dawn meal, also called 'Sahari' in Persian, is the meal Muslims consume before fasting, early in the mornings of Ramadan.     ...

SEMNAN, May 07 (MNA) – Under the framework of 'Equality and Sincere Assistance Maneuver', Basiji forces in Semnan Province distributed 13,000 livelihood foodstuff packages among the needy people of the province.    ...