The Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA) was established in 1934 as Iran’s first news-gathering center under the name Pars Agency, operating within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
In 1974, the agency was elevated from a department to an independent organization. Comprising 23 articles and seven notes, its statute was ratified by the Iranian Parliament in 1975.
In January 1982, three years after the victory of the Islamic Revolution, the agency was renamed the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA).
Internationally recognized as a major media outlet, IRNA serves as the official news organization of the government of the Islamic Republic of Iran and as a key reference for global news agencies seeking reliable information about Iran.
Due to its official status, IRNA is frequently cited by both domestic and international media, particularly in relation to government statements and national policies.
Appendix A: Privacy Statement
IRNA is committed to safeguarding the privacy of all individuals and website users. The agency collects only the information necessary to provide its services and does not share data publicly.
Browsing our website does not require the submission of personal information. However, any data collected may be used to enhance service quality and improve site content. No personal data is shared without user consent.
IP addresses may be recorded to help resolve server issues and optimize performance.
Our website contains links to external organizations, each with its own privacy policy. We recommend reviewing these policies when visiting external sites.
Appendix B: Service Level Agreement Statement
IRNA’s website provides public information services, offering free access to news across a wide range of topics.
Users can also submit and track criticisms, suggestions, and complaints through the platform.
Contact details for agency managers are available in the “IRNA Public Relations – Contact Us” section for direct communication.
Additionally, the “IRNA Public Relations – Electronic Service Desk – Complaint Handling” section allows users to submit feedback and complaints, to which the agency strives to respond promptly.
