2022-07-04: News Headlines

Staff (2022-07-04). Australian PM announces $74 mln in military aid to Ukraine. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) — Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced further military aid to Ukraine in a statement released on Monday.

WSWS (2022-07-04). Australian Labor prime minister in Kiev pledges support for US-NATO proxy war against Russia. wsws.org During its first six weeks in office, the Labor government has given its full commitment to the US-led confrontations with Russia and China, which threaten nuclear war.

Jason Ditz (2022-07-04). Iraqi State of Law Taps Maliki as New PM Candidate. news.antiwar.com All but inevitable since the resignation of Moqtada al-Sadr's coalition from parliament, the State of Law has announced its own candidate for Iraqi PM. As expected, Holding the position from 2006 to 2014, Maliki is the longest-seated premier of the US occupation of Iraq. A former Dawa Party figure popular with Iran, Maliki was a controversial leader throughout his last tenure. | Navigating through constant political division, Maliki was positioned as a compromise candidate protecting a status quo which, by 2014, fewer and fewer voters wer…

Jason Ditz (2022-07-04). Iran Negotiator Details Talks in Surprise Russia Visit. news.antiwar.com Offering some of the most direct comments on last week's Qatar talks, Iran's nuclear negotiator Ali Bagheri made a surprise visit to Russia Bagheri, as with others, confirmed that there was "no progress made" in the talks. At the same time, Russia's Mikhail Ulyanov said it involved "very professional exchange of views around the JCPOA." | That's a silver lining no one else had commented on. The Iranians are still pushing for US flexibility, something they've mentioned often and whic…

Staff (2022-07-04). Regional states seek to save Afghans from American crisis. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) — Special envoy of the Iranian President for Afghanistan says the countries of the region are trying to save the people of Afghanistan from the American-made nightmare of sedition and crises.

Staff (2022-07-04). Hundreds of Russian airborne forces arrive in NE Syria. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) — Russian media reported that the Russian army paratroopers have arrived in the Qamishli region in northeastern Syria.

Staff (2022-07-04). Iran discusses boosting tourism coop. with Russia, Chechnya. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) — In a meeting held on Sunday, the Deputy Minister of the Iranian Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts discussed developing and promoting tourism relations with a number of Russian and Chechen officials.

Staff (2022-07-04). Iran exports $358m of goods to Iraq via Mehran crossing. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) — Director-General of Customs Administration of the western province of Ilam has said that 358 million dollars of commodities have been exported to Iraq from the Mehran International Border in the current Iranian year.

____ (2022-07-04). Massive cyberattacks launched against Tel Aviv metro servers. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) — Media sources reported the massive cyberattack launched against operating systems, control monitors and servers of Tel Aviv metro stations on Monday.

Staff (2022-07-04). Sardasht chemical bombing reveals Saddam regime's insolence. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian said on Monday that the chemical bombing of Sardasht was the highest degree of Saddam's regime's insolence in the war imposed against Iran.

Staff (2022-07-04). Entrepreneurship is IranSCOCOEX most important opportunity. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) — A member of the IranSCOCOEX council, said that holding the event is a great opportunity for entrepreneurs as well as enhancing the people's welfare.

Kamal Iranidoost (2022-07-04). Russia, Venezuela to expand oil sector cooperation. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) — Moscow and Caracas will continue to expand their cooperation in the oil sector, and are working on a new agreement to circumvent Western sanctions in finance and logistics, Venezuelan Foreign Minister Carlos Faria has said.

Staff (2022-07-04). Mehdi Taremi nominated for MVP award. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) — The Iranian legionnaire Mehdi Taremi has been nominated for 2021/22 I Liga Most Valuable Player (MVP) award.

Staff (2022-07-04). Iranian, Azeri FMs hold talks. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian met and held talks with his Azeri counterpart Jeyhun Bayramov here on Monday.

Staff (2022-07-04). Non-oil exports from Bushehr doubled: Official. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) — The non-oil exports from Bushehr province have doubled in the first three months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 21-June 21), as compared to the same period of time in the past year, a provincial official said.

Staff (2022-07-04). Tehran-Baku ties changed from misunderstanding to interaction. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Minister said Mon. that Tehran will host a tripartite meeting of Iran, Azerbaijan, and Turkiye foreign ministers, adding that the bilateral ties with Baku have changed from misunderstanding to interaction.

Kamal Iranidoost (2022-07-04). World to never forget US crimes in Vietnam: Raeisi. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) — The Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi has called for broadening Iran-Vietnam relations, adding that the world will never forget the crimes committed by the US military against the Vietnamese nation in the 1970s.

Staff (2022-07-04). 3 dead, several injured at Copenhagen shooting. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) — At least three people are dead and several have been injured after a shooting at a shopping mall in Copenhagen, Denmark, according to local authorities.

____ (2022-07-04). Iran's assessment of Doha talks 'positive': Amir-Abdollahian. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) — Referring to the recent nuclear talks in Qatari capital of Doha, Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian said that Iran's assessment of the talks is 'positive and constructive'.

Staff (2022-07-04). Enhancing Tehran-Baku ties leads to effective regional coop. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) — Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi, stressing the importance of Tehran-Baku ties, said that enhancing these good relations will result in effective regional cooperation.

Staff (2022-07-04). VIDEO: Iranian FM welcomes Azeri counterpart in Tehran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian welcomed his Azeri counterpart who arrived in Tehran on Monday.

Staff (2022-07-04). Unlike Washington, Tehran under no pressure at Doha talks. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) — Despite the US that is under severe foreign and internal pressures in Doha talks, the Iranian side is under no pressure and it is not negotiating to revive the JCPOA to achieve temporary agreements, an Arab source reported.

____ (2022-07-04). JFK airport evacuated after unattended bag sparks bomb scare. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) — Passengers at John F. Kennedy International Airport were evacuated on Sunday as a bomb squad cleared an unattended bag found at the venue, the US Port Authority Police Department (PAPD) announced.

Staff (2022-07-04). 20 civilians killed, injured in Afghanistan's Herat attack. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) — Local sources in Herat reported that 20 people were killed and injured after 2 Taliban vehicles came under attack.

____ (2022-07-04). Qatar, US FMs discuss Iran nuclear talks. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) — Foreign ministers of Qatar and the United States in a telephone conversation discussed the latest developments related to the negotiations on the removal of anti-Iran sanctions.

Staff (2022-07-04). Iran ready to transfer technology to Nicaragua, Safari says. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) — Iran's deputy foreign minister for economics expressed the readiness of the Islamic Republic of Iran to transfer technology to the friendly country of Nicaragua.

Staff (2022-07-04). Headlines of Iran's Persian dailies on July 4. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) — Mehr News agency takes a look at headlines of Iran's Persian-language dailies on Monday, July 4.

____ (2022-07-04). Severe air pollution in capital Tehran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) — The sky of Tehran has become very dusty since yesterday and is in a hazardous situation. In the last 24 hours, the air index of capital Tehran stood at 174 and it was in a very unhealthy range.

Staff (2022-07-04). Iran FM receives copy of credentials of new envoys (+Photos). en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) — New ambassadors of Switzerland and Lithuania on Sunday went to the Foreign Ministry to present copies of their credentials to Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian.

Staff (2022-07-04). Two explosions reported at US base on Syria-Iraq border. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) — Some Arab sources reported on Monday morning that two explosions were heard at the US base on the Syria-Iraq border.

Staff (2022-07-04). Iranian, Azerbaijani FMs meet in Tehran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian on Monday met his Azerbaijani counterpart Jehyun Bayramov in Tehran.

Kamal Iranidoost (2022-07-04). Western sanctions have adverse effect on Iran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) — President Ebrahim Raeisi has said that Tehran is ready to broaden its relations with all countries, including the European countries, once again condemning the approval of the anti-Iran resolution at IAEA board.

Staff (2022-07-04). Turkiye confirms seizure of Russian cargo ship. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) — Turkish customs authorities confirmed that the country has seized a Russian cargo ship.

Staff (2022-07-04). Front pages of Iran's English dailies on July 4. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) — Here are the front pages of Iran's English language dailies on Monday, July 4.

Staff (2022-07-04). Caspian Sea littoral states safeguard regional stability. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) —Five Caspian Sea littoral states that had recently participated at the Sixth Caspian Sea Summit in Ashgabat called for protecting the security and stability of the Caspian Sea region without foreign interference.

Staff (2022-07-04). Moscow reacts to seizure of Russian ship in Turkiye. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) — Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov in a press conference on Monday stated that Kremlin has no information about the detention of a Russian grain ship in Turkiye.

Staff (2022-07-03). Explosions hit Russia's Belgorod near Ukraine, 3 killed. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — At least three people were killed and dozens of residential buildings damaged in Russia's Belgorod, the local governor said, after earlier reports of several blasts heard in the city.

Staff (2022-07-03). Russian MoD announces taking full control of Luhansk. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — Russian Defense Minister Sergey Shoigu on Sunday reported to Russian President Vladimir Putin that the country's forces have taken full control of the Lugansk People's Republic (LPR).

Kamal Iranidoost (2022-07-03). Turkey detains Russian ship carrying Ukrainian grain. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — Turkish customs authorities have detained a Russian cargo ship carrying grain that Ukraine says is stolen, Ukraine's ambassador to Turkey said on Sunday.

Staff (2022-07-03). Belarus intercepts attempted missile strikes by Ukraine. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — Belarusian President on Saturday announced that the country has intercepted an attempted missile strike from Ukraine.

Staff (2022-07-03). Russia air defense shot down 2 Ukrainian drones near Kursk. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — Russian air defense systems shot down two Ukrainian Strizh drones on approach to Kursk, there were no casualties, a local official said.

Kamal Iranidoost (2022-07-03). Time, place of next talks finalizing, Iran negotiator says. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — Iran's lead negotiator Ali Bagheri Kani has said that the time and place of a new round of talks are being finalized in consultations with the EU coordinator of the talks Enrique Mora.

Jason Ditz (2022-07-03). Israel Attacks Poultry Farm on Syria Coast, Wounds Two. news.antiwar.com For the first time in over a week, Israel attacked Syrian territory, this time with an airstrike against a poultry farm near Tartus, along the coast. It's not clear if the poultry farm was operational at the time of the pre-dawn attack. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights suggested it was a "former" farm in use by Hezbollah, which would explain Israel's interest in an attack. | Media suggested that Iran had brought advanced new air defenses into the area targete…

Staff (2022-07-03). US army convoy comes under attack in Iraq's Saladin. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — Iraqi news sources on Sunday reported that a convoy belonging to the US army was targeted in the country.

Staff (2022-07-03). Gen. Bagheri's visit to Kordestan province. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — Chief of Staff of Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Bagheri paid an inspection visit to the armed forces in the western province of Kordestan during which he stresses the enemies' movements are monitored constantly.

Staff (2022-07-03). One dead after 'jet truck' crash at Michigan air show. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — The driver of a semi-truck powered by jet engines that was racing two planes died after crashing at an air show in Michigan, on Saturday afternoon.

Staff (2022-07-03). Syrian army shoots down Turkish drone in north. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — The Syrian army on Sunday shot down a Turkish drone over the skies of Aleppo province located in the north of the country.

Staff (2022-07-03). Best Quranic App for Kids in 2022. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — The following article will help you to discover and uncover the features of the Best Quranic App for Kids which is a user-friendly Quran-learning application.

Staff (2022-07-03). Most dangerous ISIL terrorist detained in Iraq. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — Iraqi security forces announced that the most dangerous ISIL terrorist was arrested on the border of Diyala Province and Kurdistan Region of Iraq after seven years that he was on the terror list.

Staff (2022-07-03). Forming alliance against Tehran not proposed to Jordan. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — Jordanian Foreign Minister once again said that Jordan has not received any proposal in terms of forming a military alliance between Arab states and the Israeli regime to confront Iran.

Staff (2022-07-03). Front pages of Iran's English dailies on July 3. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — Here are the front pages of Iran's English language dailies on Sunday, July 3.

Kamal Iranidoost (2022-07-03). Iran learns rivals at 2023 IHF World Championship. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — Iran has learned its opponents in the 2023 IHF Men's World Championship.

Labor Video Project (2022-07-03). KPFA Piranhas & Donald Goldmacher's Appeal To FCC To Take WBAI's License. indybay.org KPFA local station board member reports that KPFA LSB Board member and Pacifica national board member Donald Goldmacher has filed an appeal for the FCC to take away the license of Pacifica's sister New York station WBAI.

Staff (2022-07-03). Iran calls for bolstering ties with neighboring state. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 3 (MNA) — Vice-Chairman of Iranian Parliament Abdolreza Mesri said on Sunday that the Islamic Republic of Iran has always supported peace and tranquility in the region and has made its policy of expanding ties with neighboring states.

Staff (2022-07-03). Massive fire breaks out near Erbil airport. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — A massive fire has broken out near Erbil International Airport located in northern Iraq, local sources reported on Sunday.

Kamal Iranidoost (2022-07-03). Kuwait condoles with Iran over Saturday earthquake. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — Following UAE, Kuwait offered condolences to Iran over the quake that hit the southern province of Hormozgan, leading to several people's deaths and others' injuries.

Staff (2022-07-03). Headlines of Iran's Persian dailies on July 3. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — Mehr News agency takes a look at headlines of Iran's Persian-language dailies on Sunday, June 3.

Staff (2022-07-03). VIDEO: Funeral of Japanese mother of Iranian martyr. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — The funeral ceremony of the Japanese mother of an Iranian holy defense martyr, who passed away on Friday, was held with the participation of people from different walks in Tehran.

Staff (2022-07-03). Turkiye operations in Syria to cause regional insecurity. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — Any kind of military operation by Turkiye in Northern Syria will result in instability and insecurity in the region, the Iranian Foreign Minister said in a joint presser with his Syrian counterpart.

Staff (2022-07-03). Dozens of flights cancelled in French airport strike. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — Dozens of flights was cancelled on Saturday at France's busiest airport, amid an ongoing dispute over wages and working conditions.

Staff (2022-07-03). Syrian army shots down Turkish drone in north. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — The Syrian army on Sunday shot down a Turkish drone over the skies of Aleppo province located in the north of the country.

TeleSUR, JDO (2022-07-03). Irán denuncia agresiones de Israel contra integridad de Siria. telesurtv.net Canciller iraní, Hosein Amir Abdolahian, se reúne con autoridades de Damasco. Reprueba las crueles sanciones de Occidente contra Siria.

Staff (2022-07-03). Turkish fighter jets bomb northern Iraq. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — Turkish warplanes have again bombed areas in northern Iraq under the pretext of confronting the PKK.

Staff (2022-07-03). Developing Tehran-Cairo ties in interest of both nations. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — Saying that Iran has had no direct negotiations with the Egyptian side so far, the Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian stated that expanding the two countries' ties is in the interest of both nations.

Staff (2022-07-03). Syria eyes on expanding ties with Iran in all fields. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — Considering the recent visit of the Syrian president to Iran historical and fateful, Faisal Mekdad told his Iranian counterpart that his country is ready to expand relations with the Islamic Republic of Iran in all fields.

Staff (2022-07-03). Raeisi felicitates Belarus independence day. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi felicitated his Belarusian counterpart on the occasion of Belarus independence day.

Staff (2022-07-03). IRGC navy commander visits quake-hit areas in Hormozgan. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — The commander of the Navy of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) paid a visit to the earthquake-stricken areas in the southern Iranian province of Hormozgan on Sunday to listen to people's grievances.

Staff (2022-07-03). Shahr-e Kord to host 10th International Congress of Biology. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — The Scientific Secretary of the International Congress of Biology of Iran Ali Mohammad Ahadi said on Sunday that Shahr-e Kord in Chaharmahal-Bakhtiari province will host Iran's 10th International Congress of Biology.

Kamal Iranidoost (2022-07-03). Efforts underway to normalize ties with Egypt: Iran FM. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — Iran's foreign minister said Sunday that so far there have been no direct negotiations between Tehran and Cairo, but efforts are underway to normalize relations with the Arab country.

Staff (2022-07-03). 3rd Iranian ship carrying fuel docks in Syria's Banias port. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — Simultaneously with the presence of Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian in Syria, media sources reported the arrival of a new oil tanker of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the port of "Banias" in northern Syria.

Staff (2022-07-03). Irán es la amenaza más grande que enfrenta Israel, asegura nuevo premier israelí. cubadebate.cu "Me presento ante ustedes en este momento y les digo a todos los que buscan nuestra desaparición, desde Gaza hasta Teherán, desde las costas del Líbano hasta Siria: no nos pongan a prueba. Israel sabe cómo usar su fuerza contra cada amenaza, contra cada enemigo", declaró.

Kamal Iranidoost (2022-07-03). Over 4,500 immigrants returned to Afghanistan in 2 days. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — The Taliban's Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation announced the return of more than 4,500 immigrants from Iran to Afghanistan in the last two days.

Staff (2022-07-03). Sustainable security prevails at western borders. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — Chief of Staff of Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Bagheri paid an inspection visit to the armed forces in the western province of Kordestan during which he described security at western borders as excellent.

Anonymous669 (2022-07-03). Iraqi Group Says Its Drones Scouted US Embassy & Nearby Base In Baghdad. southfront.org Official logo of The Islamic Resistance in Iraq — 'Ashab al-Kahf | On July 3, the Islamic Resistance in Iraq — 'Ashab al-Kahf announced that its drones had conducted a reconnaissance mission over the US embassy and nearby Union III base in the Iraqi capital, Baghdad. | In a statement, the pro-Iranian group said that the operation started at 7: p.m. local time on July 2 and lasted for 30 minutes. | Iraqi sources reported at the time hearing alarm sirens at Baghdad's highly-secured Green Zone, whe…

Staff (2022-07-03). Iraqi PM to discuss result of his visit to Iran with MBS. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — Media gave reported that the Iraqi Prime Minister is scheduled to visit Saudi Arabia for a second time to discuss the results of his trip to Iran.

Staff (2022-07-03). Funeral for Japanese mother of Holy Defense martyr. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — A funeral ceremony was held for Koniko Yamamora a translator and a Japanese-Iranian woman who had lived in Iran for several years and her son was martyred during Iran-Iraq war.

Staff (2022-07-03). UAE President condolences Raeisi on earthquke disaster. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) — Addressing Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi in a message, Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan President of the United Arab Emirates expressed his condolences for the death of a number of Iranians in the earthquake in Sothern Iran.

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