Thursday, April 25, 2024

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Iran’s Qeshm Island; Major Hub of Tourist Attractions

Qeshm is an Iranian island in the Persian Gulf with many natural, cultural and tourist attractions. The island is considered a tourist hub which has the capacity to absorb more domestic and foreign travellers.

Iran’s Cheerful Face Depicted at FITUR 2020

Iran recently attended the Fortieth edition of FITUR International Tourism Fair in Spain to introduce itself as a safe and favourable destination to foreign tourists.

Iran, Russia Developing Ties Despite US Will: Rouhani

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says bilateral relations between Iran and Russia are rapidly advancing despite the will and intention of the United States.

Has Balance of Power Shifted in Iraq?

The first reactions to the US assassination of General Qassem Soleimani in an aerial attack on the Iraqi soil included fury and irritation in Tehran and the concerns about the outbreak of a new Middle East war in Washington.

Iran FM, UN Envoy Discuss Afghan Peace Process

Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Javad Zarif and UN Secretary-General's Special Representative for Afghanistan Tadamichi Yamamoto have discussed the latest situation in Afghanistan at a meeting in Tehran.

Murderer of Soleimani Killed in US Plane Downing in Afghanistan: Sources

Russian intelligence sources have confirmed that Michael D’ Andrea, the head of US intelligence operations against Iraq, Iran and Afghanistan, has been killed in Taliban's shoot-down of a US military plane in Ghazni.

Iran FM Says Trump Emboldened by Int’l Passivity

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the international community’s passivity on Washington’s policies has encouraged the US president to pursue his bullying approaches more blatantly, noting that Donald Trump’s threats against the Iranian culture signify his “hatred stemming from lowliness”.

Rouhani: US Seeking to Ruin Bonds between Iranian People, Gov’t

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has warned that the US administration is pursuing plans to destroy the ties between the Iranian people and establishment.

Iran Congratulates Lebanon on Formation of New Gov’t

Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran has congratulated the Lebanese nation and government on the formation of a new government, led by Hassan Diab.

Iran, Oman Discuss Safety of Navigation in Hormuz Strait

The Sultanate of Oman's Minister Responsible for Foreign Affairs Yusuf bin Alawi bin Abdullah had a short stopover in Tehran on Sunday to hold talks with his Iranian counterpart.

Prince Charles Praises Iranians, Says Willing to Visit Iran

The heir to the British throne, Prince Charles, has told the Sunday Times newspaper he would like to make an official visit to Iran.

Iran Congratulates India on Republic Day

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani has extended his congratulations on India’s Republic Day through separate messages to Indian President Ram Nath Kovind and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Zarif Urges Trump to Make Decisions Based on Facts

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has called on the US president to make his decisions based on facts, not the headlines of Fox News or his Persian translators.

Iran President Hopes for Closer Ties with Vietnam

In a congratulatory message on the Tet Holiday, which marks the beginning of the Vietnamese New Year, President Hassan Rouhani has expressed hope for the expansion of relations with the Southeast Asian nation.

Iran President Condoles with Turkey on Quake Deaths

In a message to his Turkish counterpart, President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Hassan Rouhani has offered condolences over the deaths and casualties in an earthquake that rocked eastern Turkey.

At Least 70 Americans Killed in Iran Missile Attack: Senior General

Iran’s former defence minister says the January 8 missile attack that the IRGC launched on the US airbase of Ain al-Assad in Iraq has killed at least 70 American forces and injured 200 others.

US Treasury Blocks Domain of Iran’s Fars News Agency

Iran's Fars news agency says its website has been blocked after the US Treasury Department blacklisted the media group.

Tehran Strongly Condemns US Harassment of Iranians

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesperson has denounced the US Customs and Border Protection’s “illegal and inhumane” treatment of Iranian nationals as a brazen violation of human rights, saying a complaint could be lodged against such behaviour at human rights courts.

Iran Blasts Europe’s ‘Disastrous’ Subservience to US

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has expressed regret that European powers are so much “subservient” to the United States.

Zarif Reminds Saudis of Characteristics of ‘Normal Country’

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif hit back at Saudi minister of state for foreign affairs, Adel al-Jubeir, and said the kingdom cannot be called a “normal” country after its moves to cause a humanitarian crisis in Yemen and to assassinate Jamal Khashoggi.

Iran Offers Aid after 6.8-Magntitude Quake Hits Turkey

Iran’s Health Minister Saeid Namaki has told his Turkish counterpart the Islamic Republic is ready to send relief and rescue teams to help the people affected by the heavy earthquake that struck the north-western neighbour of Iran on Friday night.

Biggest-Ever Rally Held in Baghdad to Urge Expulsion of US Troops

Hundreds of thousands of protesters have poured into the streets of the Iraqi capital of Baghdad to express their democratic right to call for all foreign forces, especially the US troops, to leave.

Iran Condemns US’ Threat to Kill New IRGC Quds Force Cmdr.

Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman says the remarks made by the US Special Representative for Iran and his threat to assassinate the new IRGC Quds Force commander are in fact an official publicizing of the US' state terrorism.

Iran Lauds China’s Fight against Coronavirus

Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Javad Zarif las hailed China for its timely and decisive action in fighting a new strain of coronavirus, and wished the Chinese people a healthy and peaceful new year.

Iran Says Open to Dialogue with Neighbours after Saudi Signal for Talks

Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Javad Zarif has expressed the country’s readiness for talks with the neighbours to serve the regional interests after his Saudi counterpart said Riyadh was open to dialogue with Tehran.

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