Thursday, March 28, 2024

Middle East

FM Zarif Dismisses Claims about Iran’s Bid to Revive Persian Empire

Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has rejected accusations that Iran was in a quest to resurrect the Persian Empire, saying the accusations are in line with the Iranophobia project.

PUIC Rejects US Recognition of Jerusalem al-Quds as Israel’s Capital

The Parliamentary Union of the Organization of the Islamic Cooperation Member States' (PUIC) Presidential Troika has wrapped up its meeting in Tehran by issuing a final statement in support of Palestine.

“Over 3,500 Palestinians Wounded by Israelis in Anti-US Protests”

Around 3,500 Palestinians have been wounded by Israeli forces ever since demonstrations began in protest at the US recognition of Jerusalem al-Quds as Israel’s capital.

Iran Raps US Veto of UNSC Resolution on Trump’s Jerusalem Decision

Iran has lashed out at the US for vetoing a UN Security Council resolution regarding Trump’s recent decision on Jerusalem al-Quds, calling it a move against international peace and security that violates the rights of the Palestinian people.

FM Zarif to Attend Iran-Turkey-Azerbaijan Trilateral Meeting in Baku

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif will depart for the Azerbaijani capital of Baku on Tuesday to take part in a trilateral meeting between Iran, Turkey and Azerbaijan.

Iran Vows to Continue Supporting Syria

TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Islamic Republic of Iran will keep up its advisory assistance to the Syrian government until full elimination of terror threats gripping the Arab country, Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Shamkhani said.

Saudis Dissatisfied with Iran-Oman Deal to Lift Visa: MP

An Iranian lawmaker says Saudi Arabia is dissatisfied with a deal between Iran and Oman to remove visa requirement as part of a plan to expand bilateral ties.

Iran Probing into Haley’s Claim about Yemeni Missile

Iran’s defence chief has urged that parts of the missile which the US claims was supplied by Iran to Yemen should be handed over to Tehran for further investigation.

Saudis Slam New York Times for Publishing Iran FM’s Op-Ed

A diplomat at Saudi Arabia's embassy in the United States has bitterly recounted how leading US daily The New York Times rejected an offer by the Saudi ambassador to Washington to publish an opinion piece in the paper but accepted an op-ed by Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif shortly afterwards.

TV Interview Left Unfinished after Israel Kills Disabled Palestinian

The martyrdom of a disabled Palestinian veteran by Israeli forces in Gaza Strip has left a TV interview with him unfinished.

Iran, Qatar to Boost Banking Relations

Iran and Qatar are making arrangements to enhance their banking relations and remove obstacles to the promotion of mutual banking cooperation.

Iran to Host Meeting of OIC Parliaments on Palestine

The Palestinian Committee of the Parliamentary Union of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation Member States (PUOICM) will hold an emergency meeting in the Iranian capital Tehran.

Iran Strongly Condemns Saudi Attacks on Yemen

Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman has vehemently censured the recent Saudi airstrikes on the impoverished Yemeni people that have been launched using US-made weapons.

Iran Leader’s Aide Slams France for Turning into US “Pet”

Ali Akbar Velayati, an international adviser to Leader of the Islamic Revolution, has lashed out at the French President for his anti-Iran stances, saying Emmanuel Macron follows the dictates of Washington.

Saudi Jet Fighters Attack Wedding in Yemen, Kill 10 Women

A Saudi airstrike has killed a dozen women in the northern Yemeni province of Ma’rib, the country's al-Masirah TV said Sunday.

Saudi Crown Prince Bin Salman, Man of Year for Failures: Report

An award-winning journalist has depicted Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MbS) as the Middle East man of the year due to his policy failures in the region, saying the kingdom is today a loser on the path of isolation.

World’s First Camel Hospital Opens in Dubai

Dubai has opened a $10-million camel hospital in Marmoun, which had its grand opening this week, after a soft opening in late 2016.

Where Did Yemen’s Ballistic Missiles Come from?

Permanent Mission of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the United Nations has released a document in reaction to the US claims about Iran’s supply of missiles to Yemen.

Iran Inks Deal with Turkey on Countering Money Laundry

TEHRAN (Tasnim) – High-ranking officials from Iran and Turkey signed a roadmap for the development of cooperation between the two neighboring countries in various security fields, including efforts to boost border control and counter money laundering.

Qatar to Use Iran’s Kish Island for World Cup 2022

Qatari Football Federation officials are planning to visit Iran’s Kish Island to prepare the grounds for the Persian Gulf resort’s hosting of Qatar 2022 World Cup teams.

US-Made Jet Fighters Dropping American Bombs on Yemen: Iran

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the bombs dropped on the innocent people of Yemen and the jet fighters pouring them are of American origin.

Iran Terms Haley’s Fabricated Show “Political Scandal”

A special aide to Iranian parliament speaker has called the recent anti-Iran statements by the US envoy to the UN a “political scandal” for Washington.

The Ugly Missile vs The Beautiful Missile

Washington has presented fabricated documents to prove Iran had supplied the missile fired by Yemen at Riyadh in response to the incessant Saudi airstrikes.

“Support for OIC Statement Not Indicative of Iran’s Recognition of Israel”

Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman says the Islamic Republic’s support for the final statement of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) summit in Istanbul does not mean that the country recognizes the Israeli regime.

Key Threats against Iran Political, Economic, Cultural: IRGC Chief

IRGC Chief-Commander Major General Mohammad-Ali Jafari says the main threats facing Iran are political, economic and cultural ones rather than defence and security threats.

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