Riyadh Willing to Forge Ties with Tel Aviv on Countering Iran

Saudi Arabia has no reservations about establishing relations, secretly or openly, with Israel, when it comes to scenarios such as countering Iran.

Telegram Messaging App Sued by Iran, Warned by Russia

While Iran has initiated a criminal case against the founder and CEO of Telegram messaging app, the Russian Federation has also warned that the London-based Messenger is violating Russia’s rules.

Kurdish Referendum: Voting Begins despite Regional Warnings

Since Monday morning, the Iraqi Kurds have started casting their votes for or against the Iraqi Kurdistan region’s independence amid domestic and international opposition to the referendum.

Merkel Wins 4th Term as Far-Right Surges in German Elections

Incumbent German Chancellor Angela Merkel has won a fourth term in office after her centre right CDU/CSU won a projected 33% of the vote in federal elections.

Iran’s Leila Hatami among Best Actresses of 21st Century

A list by IndieWire has put the performance of Iranian actress Leila Hatami in Asghar Farhadi’s Oscar-winning drama ‘A Separation’ in its list of “The 25 Best Female Movie Performances of the 21st Century”.

Powerful Domestic Leg Shouldn’t Be Exchanged for Foreign Cane: Iran Leader

The Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution says the Islamic Republic should have extensive relations with the world, but the country’s “powerful leg should not be exchanged for foreigners’ cane”.

US Elites Embarrassed by Trump’s UNGA Speech: Iran Leader

Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, the Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution, says American people and elites feel ashamed of the ‘nonsensical’ and extremely ‘awkward’ remarks made by US President Donald Trump at the UN General Assembly.

Iran, Iraq, Turkey Warn Kurdistan against Holding Referendum

Foreign ministers of Iran, Iraq, and Turkey in a joint statement have urged the Iraqi Kurdistan region to either call off its independence referendum or expect counter-measures by its neighbours.

‘US Supporting Kurdistan Referendum through Israel’

A senior political analyst says the US publicly voices its opposition to the upcoming independence referendum in the Iraqi Kurdistan, but is actually supporting the separation through Israel.

Disregard of Myanmar Crisis to Foment Extremism: Iran President

Iranian president has warned that ignoring the violation of the basic rights of Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar would incite extremism and destabilize the entire region.

No One Will Trust US If Trump Exits Iran Nuclear Deal: Rouhani

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says if US President Donald Trump withdraws from the 2015 nuclear deal, “no one will trust America again” and his country could then resume work on expanding its nuclear capabilities.

Iran a Stabilizing Force in Middle East: Diplomat

A top Iranian diplomat says Iran’s foreign policy, defence diplomacy and influential dialogue strategy have contributed to regional stability.

Iran President Holds Talks with UN Chief, French President

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani on Monday held separate meetings with a number of world leaders including his French counterpart and the UN Secretary-General on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York.

Iran President Warns Trump against Scrapping Nuclear Deal

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani says the US would pay “a high cost” should it withdraw from the 2015 nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers.

Iranian People Mark Persian Poetry Day

People in Iran annually mark the Persian Poetry Day, which coincides with September 18th, the day renowned Iranian poet Shahriar died.

Iraq Army ‘to Intervene’ If Kurds’ Referendum Escalates: PM

Iraqi prime minister says Kurdistan’s independence referendum is illegal and unconstitutional, and he is prepared to use military force if it escalates.

Iran Leader Calls for Expediency Council’s Revolutionary Attitude

Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, the Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution, has urged members of the Expediency Discernment Council to think and act based on revolutionary ideals.

‘New US Sanctions Aimed at Undermining Iran’s Power’

Experts say Washington’s new sanctions against Iran are aimed at undercutting the constituents of the Islamic Republic’s power.

Myanmar Disaster Marks Death of Nobel Peace Prize: Iran Leader

Iran’s Leader says the disaster in Myanmar, which is blamed on the ‘cruel’ Nobel Peace Prize laureate Aung San Suu Kyi, marks the death of this international prize.

Kazakh President Calls for Formation of Islamic G20

Kazakhstan’s President Nursultan Nazarbayev has proposed to create a forum of 15 advanced countries of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in the G20 format.

Riyadh Suspends Dialogue with Doha Shortly after Rulers’ Contact

Saudi Arabia has suspended any plan for holding dialogue with Qatar shortly after a phone call between the leaders of both countries suggested a breakthrough in the Persian Gulf dispute.

Syria Opposition Must Accept It Lost War against Assad: UN Envoy

Staffan de Mistura, the UN special envoy for Syria, says Syrian opposition forces should prepare themselves to face the reality that they did not win the six-and-a-half year war against President Bashar al-Assad.

Why Is Israel Worried about ISIS Defeats in Region?

The Israeli regime has never viewed the Takfiri groups as a threat against itself. The regime’s records, indeed, reveals that Israeli officials view the terrorist groups as a proxy to press ahead with their security and political interests and fulfill their regional goals.

No Need to Inspect Iran’s Military Sites: IAEA

The International Atomic Energy Agency has once again confirmed Iran’s compliance with its commitments as per the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, saying the IAEA sees no need to verify Tehran’s commitment by inspecting its military sites.

Iran Leader Urges Muslim States to Immediately End Domestic Conflicts

Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, the Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution, in a message released on the occasion of the annual Hajj pilgrimage, called for an end to the catastrophic incidents in Islamic countries.

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