(2021-05-08). COVID-19 daily death toll in Iran stands at 283. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — The coronavirus pandemic claimed 283 lives in Iran over the past 24 hours, the Health Ministry announced.
(2021-05-08). Taliban strongly condemns deadly explosions in W Kabul. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — Taliban Spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid condemned today's deadly bomb blasts hit western Afghanistan capital Kabul on Sat. and blamed ISIL Takfiri terrorists as the main cause behind the explosions in the capital.
(2021-05-08). Massive Fire Broke Out Near Key Iranian Nuclear Reactor, Major Oil Export Port (Video). southfront.org 
Screen grab from one of the fire videos. | Late on May 7, a massive fire broke out in the Iranian city of Bushehr, where a nuclear plant, an oil port and a military naval base are located. | Residents of Bushehr were quick to upload footage of the fire, which spread near the entrance of the city's main port, to social media | According to the Fars News Agency, fifteen firefighters, six trucks and a tanker were mobilized to face the massive fire, which was put down within two hours. No human losses were reported. | T…
(2021-05-08). Leading Yasen-M Nuclear Submarine Entered Service With Russian Navy. southfront.org 
Yasen-M class nuclear attack submarine Kazan | On May 7th, the nuclear submarine "Kazan" has been taken into service with Russian Navy, according to the information department of the Russian Defense Ministry. "Today in Severodvinsk at the Sevmash enterprise under the leadership of the Commander-in-Chief of the Russian Navy, Admiral Nikolai Evmenov, a solemn ceremony of admission to the Navy of the fourth generation Kazan nuclear submarine (APC) of the Yasen-M project was held," the department reported. | On May 5, the…
(2021-05-08). Iran to import large number of Chinese Covid-19 vaccines. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — Following the held talks between Iranian FM Zarif and his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi, Iran is to import a large number of Covid-19 vaccines from China.
(2021-05-08). "Covo-Pasteur", "Barakat" vaccine to hit market soon: Rouhani. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said that two domestically-produced COVID-19 vaccines, 'Covo-Pasteur' and 'Covo-Barakat', will hit the domestic market in very near future.
(2021-05-08). Islamic Ummah urged to stand by inhabitants of al-Quds. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — A senior member of Palestinian Islamic Jihad Movement called on the Islamic Ummah to stand by the residents of al-Quds and Sheikh Jarrah neighborhood in Palestine.
(2021-05-08). VIDEO: Zionists attack Palestine worshipers at Al-Aqsa Mosque. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — The Zionists attacked the worshipers last night with sound bombs, tear gas and plastic bullets while the Palestinians were praying in Al-Aqsa Mosque.
(2021-05-08). Iran Says US Has Yet To Offer Enough Sanctions Relief. popularresistance.org The fourth round of talks aimed at reviving the Iran nuclear deal kicked off in Vienna on Friday. Iran's top negotiator said he believes the US is "serious" about returning to the agreement but that it has not yet offered adequate sanctions relief. | "The information transferred to us from the US side is that they are also serious on returning to the nuclear deal and they have so far declared their readiness to lift a great part of their sanctions," Iranian negotiator Abbas Araqchi said. | "But this is not adequate from our point of view and therefore the discussions will continue until we get to all our demands,…
(2021-05-08). Iran 2021 Presidential Election's candidate holds presser. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — Saeed Mohammad, a presidential hopeful in Iran 2021 Presidential Election held a press conference at the venue of Young Journalists' Club (YJC) on Saturday to respond a series of relevant questions to correspondents.
(2021-05-08). Tehran, La Paz to prepare coop. program. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — The Ambassador of Iran to Bolivia and the Vice President of the country emphasized the development of a cooperation program.
(2021-05-08). VIDEO: Lightning strikes Milad Tower in Tehran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — Amazing footage shows lightning striking the 435-metres Milad Tower in Tehran. Milad is the tallest tower in Iran and the sixth-tallest telecommunication tower in the world.
(2021-05-08). Presidential election candidates registration to begin May 11. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — Deputy Secretary of Iran's Guardian Council Siamak Rah Peik said that the registration of volunteers to contest Iran's 13th presidential election will begin on May 11, 2021.
(2021-05-08). UN expresses concern over escalating tensions in Quds. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — As the Zionists' raid on the Al-Aqsa Mosque and Palestinian neighborhoods in the occupied Quds intensifies, the United Nations has expressed concern over escalating tensions.
(2021-05-08). 'Seven Years Minus 10 Days' wins at Hollywood Silver Screen. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — Iranian short film 'Seven Years Minus 10 Days' by Hamid Nouri won second place for the Best Film at the Hollywood Silver Screen Festival in the US.
(2021-05-08). "US return to JCPOA 100% dependent on US itself" en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — The US return to the JCPOA is 100% dependent on the US itself, Iranian senior diplomat said, adding that JCPOA be revived, but only if the United States makes the necessary political decision.
(2021-05-08). EU envoy calls for an immediate revival of JCPOA. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — Deputy of European Union Foreign Policy Chief says he feels a definite urgency to conclude the nuclear talks, and he is happy to see that Iran and the United States feel the same way.
(2021-05-08). Three explosions hit Afghan capital on Saturday afternoon. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — Three explosions were heard in Kabul's 13th security zone, local media have reported on Saturday afternoon…
(2021-05-08). Iran's Solhipour wins gold at World Para Powerlifting C'ship. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — Iranian para powerlifter Seyed Hamed Solhipour won the gold medal of the 2021 World Para Powerlifting Championships underway in Thailand on Saturday.
(2021-05-08). Iran condemns Zionist attack on Al-Aqsa Mosque. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman condemned the Zionist attack on the Al-Aqsa Mosque and the Palestinian worshipers.
(2021-05-08). Iran reacts to baseless claims of Moroccan FM at AIPAC. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman condemned the recent remarks and baseless claims of the Moroccan FM Nasser Bourita addressing AIPAC.
(2021-05-08). Doha backs positive talks between Tehran, Persian Gulf states. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — Qatari Minister of Foreign Affairs expressed Doha's support for any dialogue, efforts, and positive spirit in the relations between Iran and Persian Gulf states, especially Saudi Arabia.
(2021-05-08). Governor announces human travel ban at Tamarchin border gate. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — The governor of the Iranian Piranshahr Country in West Azarbaijan Province has announced a ban on human travel into Iraq from Tamarchin (Haj Omran) border crossing until further notice.
(2021-05-08). 'Onus is on US, not Iran': FM Zarif. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — The Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has tweeted on the anniversary of the US withdrawal from Iran nuclear deal, reminding the new US administration how the crisis over JCPOA started.
(2021-05-08). Front pages of Iran's English dailies on May 8. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — Here are the front pages of Iran's English-language dailies on Saturday, May 08.
(2021-05-08). Pourmirzaei grabs gold in world Para weightlifting event. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — The Iranian para weightlifter Mansour Pourmirzaei has grabbed the gold medal at the 2021 World Para Powerlifting Championships underway in Thailand on Saturday.
(2021-05-08). Briefing on Iran's daily developments. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — The following are the Islamic Republic of Iran's latest developments in the last 24 hours.
(2021-05-08). Brussels Short Film Festival to host 3 Iranian titles. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — Three Iranian titles, namely 'The Driver', 'Asho' and 'Exam' will go on screen at the 24th edition of the Brussels Short Film Festival (BSFF) in Belgium.
(2021-05-08). Iranian Students Association in Moscow observe Quds Day. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — Members of the Iranian Students Association in Moscow observed International Quds Day by gathering in a Mosque in Moscow.
(2021-05-08). Iran, India discuss expansion of trade relations. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — During the meeting with the Indian Ambassador, Deputy of Iranian Industry Minister stressed the need to remove barriers to mutual trade and find new solutions for the development of trade relations between the two countries.
(2021-05-08). Iran becomes vice-champion in world Para weightlifting event. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — Iranian para weightlifting men's team finished runner-up in 2021 World Para Powerlifting Championships in Thailand.
(2021-05-08). 1mn doses of vaccine to arrive in Iran in coming days. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — According to Iranian President Hassan Rouhani, the country is scheduled to receive 1 million doses of the vaccine in the coming days.
(2021-05-08). US, Europe must be held responsible for the Zionists' crimes. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — An official with Iran's Judiciary Branch says the United States and European countries should be held responsible for crimes that Zionists are committing in the Palestinian occupied territories.
(2021-05-08). G7 statement on Yemen shows intl. hypocrisy: Ansarullah. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — A member of the Ansarullah movement's political council has dismissed a G7 statement that condemned Yemeni forces while ignored the crimes committed by the Saudi coalition as hypocrisy.
(2021-05-08). US accuses an Iranian citizen of violating sanctions law. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — The US Department of Justice has indicted an Iranian citizen for allegedly violating Iran's sanctions from 2007 to 2011.
(2021-05-08). Iran condemns terrorist attack on Kabul school. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh condemned a terrorist attack on an educational center in the west of the Afghan capital of Kabul.
(2021-05-08). Iran may extend cooperation on inspections with IAEA. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — The top Iranian negotiator at Vienna talks on reviving the JCPOA says that Tehran may consider extending cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency over inspections of its nuclear sites.
(2021-05-08). Non-scheduled flights to bring back Iranians from India. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — Spokesperson for Iran's Civil Aviation Organization says that there will be two flights to India and France this week to return the Iranian nationals from those Coronavirus-hit countries.
(2021-05-08). Russia expresses concern over develoments in occupied Quds. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — In response to yesterday's incidents in occupied holy Quds, the Russian Foreign Ministry expressed concern and called for an end to escalating tensions.
(2021-05-08). Headlines of Iran's Persian dailies on May 8. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — Mehr News takes a look at the headlines of Iran's Persian-language dailies on Saturday, May 8.
(2021-05-08). Iran Says US Is 'Serious' About Reviving Nuclear Deal But Has Yet to Offer Enough Sanctions Relief. news.antiwar.com The fourth round of talks aimed at reviving the Iran nuclear deal kicked off in Vienna on Friday. "The information transferred to us from the US side is that they are also serious on returning to the nuclear deal and they have so far declared their readiness to lift a great part of their sanctions," Iranian negotiato…
(2021-05-08). Re-Engaging Russia — OpEd. eurasiareview.com Russian realignment offers the biggest opportunity to dramatically transform the international situation in the immediate future. A cooperative relationship between Russia and the Industrialized World could be a highly visible example of democratic development, strongly undercutting Chinese promotion of autocracy and minimizing cyber intrusions. It would also significantly reduce requirements for military forces, including a potential for major reductions in nuclear weapons. Diplomatically, collaboration with Russia could help resolve confrontations in Afghanistan, Venezuela, Ukraine, Belarus, Syria and Myanma…
(2021-05-08). Zarif to brief Parliament Commission tomorrow. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — Parliament's National Security and Foreign Policy Commission Spokesman Abolfazl Amouei said that Foreign Minister Zarif will brief the commission on Sunday.
(2021-05-08). 800 American paratroopers land near Russian borders. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — About 800 American paratroopers have landed near the Russian border in Estonia as part of the Swift Response exercise.
(2021-05-08). Zionist regime to pay heavy price for aggression on Al-Quds. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA)— Pointing to the Zionist regime's atrocities against Palestinian people, a senior member of the Palestinian Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas) said that Zionists would pay a heavy price for aggression against Palestinians.
(2021-05-08). Ain al-Assad base on high alert to counter possible attacks. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — Iraqi security sources said Iraqi and international coalition forces are on high alert to counter possible attacks on US-run Ain al-Assad airbase.
(2021-05-08). Iraqi Army seize number of ISIL weapons in Al-Anbar. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — During an operation in Al-Anbar province, Iraqi army forces seized a number of weapons belonging to the ISIL terrorist members in the province.
(2021-05-08). Top US pipeline operator shuts fuel line after cyber attack. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — Top US fuel pipeline operator Colonial Pipeline has shut its entire network after a cyber attack, the company said in a statement on Friday.
(2021-05-08). Iraqi army confirms attack on US-run Ain al-Assad airbase. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — The Iraqi Security Information Center affiliated to the army confirmed in a Saturday statement the attack on the Ain al-Assad airbase in Anbar province.
(2021-05-08). US withdrawal from JCPOA led to 'Fiasco': Ulyanov. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — Russia's Permanent Representative to the International Organizations in Vienna in a message on the anniversary of the US withdrawal from the JCPOA said that the move was a "Fiasco".