Official Explains Why No Terrorist Attack Occurs in Iran
Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Ali Shamkhani brushed aside remarks by some foreign officials expressing suspicion over the lack of major Takfiri terrorist attacks in Iran, saying Iran’s vigilant security apparatus and wise citizens prevent the operation of terrorists inside the country.
Iraq’s Neutrality Can Help Tehran-Riyadh Rapprochement: Saudi FM
During his unannounced visit to Baghdad, Saudi Foreign Minister Adel Al-Jubeir said the neutral stances held by Iraq can provide ground for rapprochement between geopolitical rivals Saudi Arabia and Iran.
Several Injured after Truck Rams Crowd in New Orleans
At least 28 people, five seriously, were wounded after a pickup truck hit two cars and then ran into the crowd attending the Mardi Gras parade in New Orleans, the United States.
Dozens Killed in Suicide Attacks on Syrian Security Forces in Homs
Suicide bombers stormed two Syrian security offices in Homs on Saturday, killing dozens with gunfire and explosions including a senior intelligence officer and prompting airstrikes against the last militant-held enclave in the western city.
US Wrestler Invited to Visit Iran with His Family
Iran Wrestling Federation has invited Jordan Burroughs, the well-known American wrestler, to visit Iran alongside his family.
Iran to Purchase 950 Tonnes of Yellow Cake: Nuclear Chief
Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) announced that Tehran will sign a deal with Kazakhstan to buy 950 tonnes of yellow cake.
7 Countries Targeted by Trump’s Ban Pose No Terror Threat to US
US security analysts have found no clear terror threat from citizens of seven predominantly Muslim countries targeted in President Donald Trump's temporary travel ban.
Saudi FM Makes Surprise Visit to Iraq after Years
Saudi Foreign Minister Adel al-Jubeir was in Baghdad for talks on Saturday, the first such visit by a chief diplomat from the kingdom since 2003.
Syrian Rebels Seek ‘Direct Negotiations’ with Assad’s Government
Syria's main opposition group has called for face-to-face discussions with government representatives, as a new round of talks in Geneva begins one year after meetings in the Swiss city fell apart.
Israeli PM’s Plane Forced to Take Detour around Indonesia
The Israeli prime minister was forced to take a two and a half-hour detour en route to Australia, apparently to avoid Indonesian airspace as it was disallowed from venturing into the Muslim country's airspace.
Saudi King to Visit Indonesia with Entourage of 1,500
Saudi Arabia's King Salman will visit Jakarta and Bali on the Indonesian leg of his Asian tour next month, bringing 1,500 people in his entourage including 10 ministers, Indonesian officials said.
6 Yemenis Killed in Saudi Airstrike
The Saudi-led coalition jet fighters bombed a district in Yemen, killing six citizens, including three children.
Farsi Added to Turkish Education Ministry’s Curriculum
Farsi, Korean and Urdu have been added the list of foreign languages available to be taught at schools by the Turkish Education Ministry.
Iran to Sell Crude Oil to Russia: Minister
Iran will sign a deal with Russia to sell 100,000 barrels per day of oil to its northern neighbour, Iranian Minister of Petroleum said on Tuesday.
Iraqi Attacker Hacks Trump’s Campaign Site
A server on US President Trump’s campaign site, donaldjtrump.com was hacked and defaced with an image and message from an attacker claiming to hail from Iraq.
Azerbaijan’s President Appoints Wife as First VP
Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev has appointed his wife as first vice president, the latest move seen as tightening the family's grip on the oil-rich Caspian nation.
Iranian Diplomat Visits North Pole
Iran’s ambassador to Russia has travelled to the North Pole as the first Iranian diplomat to go there after Iran’s Islamic Revolution.
Living in White House Giving Trump Headaches!
US President Donald Trump is complaining that living in the White House is giving him 'cabin fever’ only four weeks after moving to the Oval Office.
All Iranians to Have Smart ID Cards
While some Iranian citizens already have smart identity cards, all will obtain one in coming months.
Border Outpost in Western Iran Buried under Snow
A border outpost in western Iranian city of Baneh was fully blanketed by the recent heavy snowfall.
Egypt Sentences 10 People to Death over Football Riot
Ten people have been sentenced to death in Egypt for their part in the deaths of more than 70 people at a match between al-Masry and Al Ahly in 2012.
Trump Picks New National Security Adviser
US President Donald Trump announced that Army Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster is his new national security adviser.
US Defence Secretary Arrives in Iraq on Unannounced Visit
US Defence Secretary Jim Mattis has arrived in Baghdad on an unannounced visit, reportedly for discussions on defeating the ISIS terrorist group. He said earlier on Monday that the US military is not in Iraq “to seize anybody’s oil.”
Iran May Be Allowed to Develop Nukes If Stops Supporting Palestine
The Grand Mufti of Syria believes that the West would permit Iran to have nuclear weapons if it stops supporting Palestine and its cause.
Iran Slams Ontario Court’s ‘Unacceptable’ Ruling
Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi rejected a Canadian court’s ruling ordering Tehran to pay the legal costs of victims of what it has alleged to be “Iranian-sponsored terrorist attacks”.
