Swedish Envoy Hails Iran’s Influential Role in Resolving Regional Crises

Swedish ambassador to Iran voiced her country’s willingness to hold talks with Iran on regional issues, saying Tehran should make optimum use of its influence to settle the ongoing crises in the Middle East.

Military Confrontation Not in Line with Trump’s Campaign Promises: Iran’s FM

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says it is unlikely that US President Trump gets involved in a military confrontation given the promises he made during his presidential campaign.

Cairo’s Unfriendly Stance on Iran Due to Arab States’ Pressure

A former Egyptian official says the unfriendly approach that Cairo has adopted toward Tehran is due to pressure from certain Arab governments.

Iran Ready to Respond to Any Violation of Nuclear Deal

An Iranian deputy foreign minister and a member of Iran’s nuclear negotiating team said the Islamic Republic has plans to show appropriate response in case the nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers is jeopardized.

Americans Won’t Tolerate Trump: UN Official

Farhan Haq, the Deputy Spokesman for the UN Secretary-General, says the US President Trump won’t be able to meet the expectations of American society unless he changes his positions.

Indian Ambassador Invites Tourists to Visit Iran

Iran has a very rich history with which the Indians can connect very well, said the Indian envoy to Iran in an exclusive interview, highlighting the cultural and historical ties between the two nations.

Gender Equality Key to National Security: Iranian Activist

An Iranian women rights activist hailed a recent bill passed by the Parliament to ensure gender equality in the country, and highlighted the key role such equality plays in national security.

Obama Popular with Europeans, Despised by Middle Easterners: Analyst

An Iranian analyst says the former US president, Barack Obama, was popular among Europeans, but people in the Middle East had a low opinion of him.

Iran and Afghanistan: Two Nations, One Culture

Geographical boundaries have split Iranians and Afghans, but they are two peoples with a common culture and language, says an Afghan poet who has become the first refugee in Iran to assume an official position.

Saudi Arabia Has No Choice but to Revise Its Iran Policies: Analyst

Sabah Zanganeh, a senior Middle East analyst, believes that Riyadh has no choice but to change its regional policies, and Oman can play an important role as a mediator to moderate Saudi Arabia’s policies towards Iran.

Iran to Use Its ‘Own Methods’ in Reaction to JCPOA Violation: Deputy FM

If the US, or any other country, decides to disregard the nuclear deal with Tehran, then Iran will have to show appropriate reaction, Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister says.

Kurds in Turkey Will Resort to Violence in Near Future: Expert

Javad Salehi, an expert in international affairs, says the developments in Turkey today will result in growing violence, particularly given the crackdown on Kurdish politicians.

No Change in US Support for Israel during Trump Presidency: Bangash

A prominent Muslim commentator believes that the US Muslim community will be terrorized more than ever during Donald Trump presidency while Washington’s support for Israel will remain unchanged.

Trump’s Vows Could Benefit the World, If Realized: Iranian Politician

An Iranian politician says the promises US President-elect Donald Trump has made will be pretty beneficial to the world if they are put into action.

British Politicians Terrified of Making Anti-Israeli Comments

Baroness Jennifere Tonge, a British politician who has recently been suspended from her party because of alleged anti-Semitic comments, says British politicians are terrified of making anti-Israeli statements.

Iran and Saudi Arabia Need No Mediator: Last Envoy to Riyadh

The last Iranian ambassador to Saudi Arabia in an interview has discussed the root causes of Tehran-Riyadh conflicts and the necessity for improving bilateral relations.

Morocco Turns to Iran to Keep Distance from Saudis: Ex-Ambassador

Mohammad Masjed-Jamei, who once was Iran's Ambassador to Rabat, believes that the reopening of Moroccan embassy in Iran indicates the country’s willingness to keep its distance from Saudi Arabia because of its adverse condition in the region.

There’s Nothing Pleasing about Washington’s Anti-Saudi Law: Iranian Analyst

An Iranian Middle East expert believes that the recent law passed by the US against Saudi Arabia, known as JASTA, would set a dangerous precedent for the world, and Iran should not be happy about it.

US Police Brutality Result of Israeli Training: Kevin Barrett

An American political commentator in Madison said US police brutality disproportionately targets minorities, especially African-Americans, adding that blacks are treated the way Israel oppresses Palestinians as American law enforcement officers receive their training in Tel Aviv.

Iran’s Isolation from Int’l Community Can Lead to Vulnerability: Diplomat

Ali Akbar Farazi, an experienced Iranian diplomat, says Iran’s isolation from the international community can make the country vulnerable.

There’s No Guarantee Next US President Will Stick to JCPOA: Politician

A former US congressman admits there is no assurance that the next US president will remain committed to the nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers.

JCPOA Proves Washington Is Not Trustworthy: Politician

The nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers, known as JCPOA, proved that the US administration is not a reliable party, a former Iranian official said.

Turkish Envoy Lauds Iran’s Stance on Attempted Coup

Turkish ambassador to Tehran hailed Iran’s stance against an attempted coup in Turkey earlier this month, saying no other government acted like Iran’s in the process of the putsch.

US, Israel, Saudi Arabia, Egypt Were Plotters of Turkey Coup

An Iranian adviser believes that Turkey’s army had received the green light from the US, Saudi Arabia and Egypt, or else they wouldn’t dare to stage the amateurish coup in Turkey.

US Has Not Done Its Best in Implementation of Nuclear Deal: Zarif

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif criticized the US over its failure to carry out its commitments as per the last year’s nuclear deal in the best way possible.

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