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Emad Askarieh

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Emad Askarieh has worked as a journalist since 2002. The main focus of his work is foreign policy and world diplomacy. He started his career at Iran Front Page Media Group, and is currently serving as the World Editor and the Vice-President for Executive Affairs at the Iran Front Page (IFP) news website.

Leader Underlines Need for Boosting Iran’s Defense Capabilities

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei on Wednesday underscored the need for boosting Iran’s defense capabilities, warning that enemies are making use of every tool available to undermine the Islamic Republic.

Iran’s FM Congratulates Syria on Regaining Palmyra

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif congratulated the Syrian government, army and nation on regaining the historic city of Palmyra from the clutches of Takfiri terrorists.

Iran to Keep Boosting Defense Might: Commander

Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Aerospace Force Brigadier General Amir Ali Hajizadeh said the Islamic Republic will continue to enhance its defense capabilities.

Iran to continue full support for Syria: Official

A senior Iranian official says the Islamic Republic will continue to support the Syrian people and government in their fight against terrorism.

President Rouhani Offers Condolences to Pakistan over Lahore Terrorist Attack

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani on Monday denounced the terrorist attack in the Pakistani city of Lahore a day earlier that killed over 70 people.

Iran condemns terrorist attacks in Iraq, Pakistan

Iran has strongly condemned recent deadly terrorist attacks in Iraq and Pakistan, calling for concerted global efforts to counter terrorism and extremism.

Iran’s Rouhani, Russia’s Putin Discuss Latest Developments in Syria

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in a telephone conversation on Monday discussed the latest developments in Syria, the recent victories by the Arab country’s army against terrorist groups in particular.

Iran responds to US actions by boosting missile power: Zarif

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the Islamic Republic will counter the recent US measures against Iran by further boosting its missile capabilities.

Iranian President Urges Unity among Muslim Nations against Terrorism

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani, who is on an official visit to Pakistan, voiced deep concern over the spread of terrorism and extremism in the Middle East and said Muslim nations should boost unity in the fight against terrorist groups in the region.

Iran, Pakistan Cooperation against Terrorism to Serve Region, World: Rouhani

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani called for closer cooperation between Tehran and Islamabad in various fields, including the fight against terrorism.

Spokesman Questions Legitimacy of Appointing UN Human Rights Rapporteur for Iran

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Hossein Jaberi Ansari censured the recent re-appointment of Ahmed Shaheed as the UN Special Rapporteur on the Situation of Human Rights in Iran, saying the decision has no legal basis.

Iran: Missile tests are legitimate measures to boost defense might

Permanent Representative and Ambassador to the United Nations Gholamali Khoshroo said on Friday that Iran's recent ballistic missile tests were part of ongoing efforts of the armed forces to strengthen the country's legitimate defense capabilities.

Iran missiles serve defensive, deterrent purposes: Rouhani

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani says the country’s ballistic missile serves defensive and deterrent purposes, stressing that the Islamic Republic has never sought to launch aggression against any country.

Iran’s Power Only for Defense, FM Zarif Cites IRGC Chief’s Words

Iran’s foreign minister said the country’s work on missiles -not designed for carrying nuclear warheads- has not been restricted by any treaty or UN resolution, making a reference to the IRGC commander’s assertion that Iran’s military force is meant for defense alone.

Iran’s Nuclear Chief: IRGC Missile Tests Not in Breach of JCPOA

Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Ali Akbar Salehi flatly rejected the notion that the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps’ recent missile drill has violated the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), a lasting nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers.

Russia’s Syria Withdrawal Pre-Arranged: Iran’s Shamkhani

Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Shamkhani said arrangements for the withdrawal of Russian forces from Syria had been made earlier.

South Korea ups oil imports from Iran

A new report says South Korea increased crude imports from Iran by 91 percent in February from a year earlier.

Undersea pipeline to take Iran gas to India: Report

The Indian government is reportedly determined to seal a deal with Tehran on laying a direct undersea gas pipeline from Iran to India.

Iran ready to restore peace, stability to Afghanistan: Envoy

Iran's ambassador and permanent representative to the United Nations Organization said that restoring peace, stability, and security to Afghanistan can be achieved by global economic cooperation.

Sunnis, Wahabis differ widely: Grand Ayatollah

A senior Shia cleric Ayatollah Naser Makarem Shirzai said that one should differ between Sunni Muslims and Wahhabis as the latter have turned to puppets in the hands of Islam's enemies.

Iran stands by Turkey in anti-terror fight: VP

Iranian First Vice President Es'haq Jahangiri has strongly condemned the recent “heinous and inhuman” bomb attack in Turkey, saying Tehran will stand by Ankara in the fight against terrorism.

Ayatollah Khamenei urges independent states to unite against foreign interference

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the only way for independent states to counter interference by world powers is for them to close ranks.

Iran Turns Threats into Opportunities: IRGC Commander

Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Mohammad Ali Jafari underlined that enemies’ plots to undermine Iran’s Islamic Establishment have not only been thwarted but also turned into opportunities for the country.

Removing Syrian President from Power Demand of Israelis: Iranian Commander

The chief of staff of the Iranian Armed Forces censured the stance of the Saudi-backed opposition groups in the ongoing UN-brokered peace talks on Syria, saying that the removal of President Bashar al-Assad from power is a demand of Israel.

Russia military withdrawal from Syria positive sign: Zarif

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has hailed as a “positive sign” Russia’s decision to begin withdrawing its troops from conflict-stricken Syria, where a ceasefire extends into a third week.

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