Saturday, January 3, 2026

Middle East

Iran Seeks Amicable Ties with Saudi, UAE: Zarif

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the Islamic Republic seeks to have friendly relations with all its neighbours, including Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.

Attack on IRGC Forces Linked to Regional Spy Services: Leader

Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says a deadly attack on a group of IRGC personnel on Wednesday, which killed 27 and wounded 13 border guards, is definitely linked to foreign spy services, and must be seriously pursued.

Iran, Turkey Clinch Deal to Boost Tourism Ties

Iran and Turkey have signed an agreement to ameliorate mutual relations in the field of tourism as the two sides agree that Tehran-Ankara tourism ties are unstable and imbalanced.

Iran Says Ready for Dialogue to Settle Rows with Regional States

The spokesman for Iran’s Foreign Ministry says the country is ready to settle disputes with Middle East governments on the negotiating table, in a goodwill gesture aimed at Saudi Arabia and its allies who have been at loggerheads with Tehran in recent years.

Top Iranian Cleric Condemns Beheading of Kid in Saudi Arabia

A senior Iranian Shiite cleric has vehemently condemned the beheading of a child by a Takfiri man in the city of Medina, Saudi Arabia.

Iran’s Zarif Holds Talks with Lebanese President, FM

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, who is on a two-day visit to Lebanon, met with Lebanese President Michel Aoun at the Baabda Palace on Monday.

Iran to Stand by Lebanon, Set to Boost Ties

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has reiterated its resolve to support Lebanon saying that the Islamic Republic will stand by the Arab country and is ready to expand its ties with Beirut.

6-Year-Old Boy Brutally Killed in Medina before Mother’s Eyes

A Saudi little boy, while on a pilgrimage to the holy city of Medina with his Shia mother, has been barbarously killed for unknown reasons, fueling speculations that he could have been a sectarian and hate crime victim, media reports say.

Iran’s Gas Production at South Pars Joint Field Exceeds Qatar’s

Iran’s oil minister says the country’s gas production at the biggest gas field worldwide, South Pars, is now exceeding that of Qatar.

Iran FM Zarif to Visit Lebanon Sunday

Iran’s top diplomat Mohammad Javad Zarif is to visit Lebanon on Sunday, says Iran’s Ambassador to Lebanon.

US Animosity Towards Iran Outcome of Its Independence, Support for Palestine: Nasrallah

The long-standing US animosity towards Iran has its roots in the country’s genuine independence and its relentless support for the Palestinian cause, says the Hezbollah chief.

Israeli Company Claims Syria Activated S-300 System

An Israeli satellite imaging company claims a number of launchers for S-300 missile defence systems provided to Syria by Russia have been seen in an erected position, indicating that they are now ready to use.

Terrorism in West Asia Result of US’ Wrong Policies: Iran

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has rejected remarks by US President Donald Trump in his address to the US congress, saying terrorism in the region is an outcome of decades of wrong US policies.

Trump’s Vow to Use Bases in Iraq against Iran Draws Widespread Criticism

Statements by US President Donald Trump that Washington would use its bases in Iraq to “watch” Iran have met with widespread criticism from Iran and a wide array of Iraqi officials.

Iran, Syria FMs Discuss Latest Developments in Tehran

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has held talks with his Syrian counterpart Walid Muallem on Tehran-Damascus relations and latest political developments in Syria.

Pope Francis in Abu Dhabi after Strongly Condemning Yemen Atrocities

Pope Francis, the head of the Roman Catholic Church, has in strongest terms ever condemned the Saudi-led coalition’s war on Yemen, urging the warring sides to respect a “fragile” peace deal, shortly before starting his historic visits to the UAE and Saudi Arabia.

Bus Carrying Iranian Pilgrims in Iraq Hit by Terrorist Attack

Several Iranian pilgrims were wounded on Sunday after the bus carrying them in the south of Iraq’s Saladin governorate was targeted by terrorists, an Iranian official confirmed.

Iran Congratulates Qatar on Claiming AFC Asian Cup Title

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi on Friday congratulated the Qatari government, nation and national football team after the Arab country claimed the title at the 17th edition of the AFC Asian Cup.

Iran Hails Formation of New Lebanese Gov’t

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman has welcomed the formation of the new Lebanese government, expressing hope it will strengthen friendship among Lebanese parties and prepare the ground for further development of the Arab country.

Iran’s Deputy FM Discusses Cooperation With IAEA Chief

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi held a meeting with Director-General of International Atomic Energy Agency Yukiya Amano to discuss cooperation between Iran and the UN nuclear watchdog.

Erdogan: We Will Save Region With Iran, Russia Assistance

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan vowed the country is determined to stop chaos and turbulence in the region with the help of Iran and other governments.

Baghdad Not to Join Anti-Iran Front: Iraqi FM

The Iraqi foreign minister says his country will not be pressured by the US into joining the anti-Iran front.

US to Withdraw from Syria to Fulfil Trump’s Electoral Pledges: Nasrallah

US President Donald Trump is genuine in his decision to bring back troops from Syria, the Hezbollah chief said, arguing he needs to fulfil his electoral pledges that Washington would move out of the region.

Iranian, Turkish Top Diplomat Confer on Developments in Region, Venezuela

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and his Turkish counterpart Mevlut Cavusoglu discussed over the phone developments in the region and Venezuela.

Iran Slams Russia for Deactivating S-300 during Israeli Airstrikes on Syria

A senior Iranian lawmaker has strongly criticized Russia for deactivating its S-300 missile defence system deployed in Syria during the recent Israeli airstrikes on what Tel Aviv claims were Iranian positions in the Arab country.

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