Iran, Russia should join hands to counter Wahhabism: Russian researcher

Russian Muslims have little knowledge of Shiite critiques about Wahhabism; Iranian religious figures who have refuted the ideology remain unknown in Russia, said Suleymanov.

Kabul and Tehran can serve as driving force behind regional convergence

In an interview with an Iranian daily, the former Afghan foreign minister has weighed in on Tehran-Kabul relations in the past and at present.

Iranians listen to music with all their hearts: German musician

I have found it easy to establish a bond with the Iranian culture and traditions; Iranians listen to music with all their hearts, said Lechner.

Science can solve the problem of particles

Iran-based UN Resident Coordinator says Middle Eastern countries should admit that particles pose a grave threat and they need collaborative efforts to solve the environmental problem.

Daesh will fade into history; Daeshism will live on (PART TWO)

Professor Abbas Vali, a Turkish theorist, has said that the threat of Daesh is likely to grow in the Sunni-majority Turkey.

Daesh will fade into history, Daeshism will live on

Professor Abbas Vali, a Turkish theorist, has said that one day Daesh will be part of history, but its legacy – Daeshism – will live on.

Crisis will continue to plague the Al Saud family

An Iranian expert says an unexpected Saudi cabinet reshuffle which has brought to power a team of novices will provoke a political storm in the kingdom.

Failure to clinch a deal will amount to loss of an opportunity

Iran’s foreign minister has said what the sanctions did was to create an atmosphere among the Iranians that the US doesn’t want to treat them well and the US is trying to put pressure on them.

With Clinton in the White House, America’s Iran policy will not change

Joseph Nye, a Harvard University professor, has said that the US will not change its Iran policy if Hillary Clinton becomes the 45th president of the United States.

Has Iran found the Right Man or a good deal?

Saeed Laylaz, an economist, says the Lausanne agreement can bring about positive results for Iran, but its advantages should not be overblown.

How Iran and the US came to the negotiating table over time

Ali Akbar Salehi, a former Iranian top diplomat, reveals what happened behind the scenes before Iran and the United States opened face-to-face talks.

A man who hires the unhappy and miserable

A new business by an entrepreneur offers jobs to women who support their families and former prisoners with criminal records.

Italian researcher: Iran is a safe, growing country

Tiziana Ciavardini, an Italian researcher, says that the West has fuelled Iranophobia to stop Iran growing.

In an in-depth interview Rafsanjani talks politics, past and present (PART Three)

The Expediency Council chairman says that a tough year lies ahead for Iran if nuclear talks break down and sanctions remain in place.

In an in-depth interview Rafsanjani talks politics, past and present (PART TWO)

Expediency Council Chairman Ayatollah Hashemi Rafsanjani elaborates on ties between Iran and Saudi Arabia.

The world needs to know that extremism cannot be treated arbitrarily

Iran’s foreign minister has said in an interview that the West has to accept the fact that Iran is after interaction, dialogue and logic.

In an in-depth interview Rafsanjani talks politics, past and present (PART ONE)

Chairman of the Expediency Council Hashemi Rafsanjani compares the problems and performance of his government and President Rouhani's.

Restoring balance to a skewed negotiating table

In an in-depth interview, Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif talks about nuclear negotiations and how he is holding up.

The presence of women and the youth heralds profound changes in Iran’s economy

The business atmosphere in Iran has gradually become more welcoming to women, said Fatemeh Moghimi.

Yemeni disintegration would not stop at national borders

The Ansarullah Movement says that Yemen needs unity more than anything else and a disintegrated Yemen will hearten secessionists in other regional nations.

Two things that cause a breakdown in talks

A former Foreign Ministry spokesman says parties to the nuclear talks need to appreciate realities before they can reach a final comprehensive deal.

Methods used in a small sheikhdom do not suit Iran

The Judiciary spokesman's comments on a ban on publication of news stories about the former president have drawn reaction.

Zionist lobby won’t allow US-Israel ties to weaken: Expert

The personal dispute between Obama and Netanyahu has prompted some to falsely believe that the US strategy has changed, says Pirooz Mojtahedzadeh.

Don’t pin much hope on untrustworthy West: MP

The government should focus on domestic production and fulfillment of resistance-based economy, said Mansour Haghighatpour, an MP.

Iranian news agency interviews US State Department spokesman

Alan Eyre, a US State Department spokesman, says any final deal should be satisfying to both sides and guarantee their interests.

Latest news