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Foreign Policy

Iranian FM stresses legitimacy in self-defense

Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araqchi praised the coordination between military forces and the diplomatic corps in defending the country during the recent 12-day Israeli attacks, emphasizing Iran’s legitimacy in self-defense.

Iran’s president vows to focus foreign policy on regional outreach, ties with Russia, China

President Masoud Pezeshkian has pledged to prioritize regional outreach in Iran’s foreign policy, while also strengthening relations with key international partners such as Russia and China.

“US responsible for decades of assassinations against Iran”

Mohammad Javad Larijani, head of the Iranian Institute for Research in Fundamental Sciences, says the US has been the architect of political, military, and scientific assassinations in Iran over the past five decades.

Iranian, Saudi FMs discuss regional developments, Gaza crisis

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi and his Saudi counterpart Faisal bin Farhan have discussed regional and international developments during a telephone conversation.

Iran–E3 Talks Conclude in Istanbul; Sides Agree to Continue Dialogue

Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs said during the meeting in Istanbul with the three European countries, serious and frank discussions were held, and that Iran presented its principled positions, including on the so-called snapback mechanism. It was agreed that consultations would continue.

Iran urges Europe to reconsider stance on nuclear deal at Istanbul meeting

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmail Baqaei has called the meeting in Istanbul between Iran and the three European signatories of the JCPOA, Germany, France, and the UK, a “valuable opportunity” to reassess Europe’s position on Iran’s nuclear program.

Iran raps Israeli bill to impose sovereignty over West Bank, Jordan Valley

The Iranian Foreign Ministry has condemnd the Israeli Knesset’s approval of the bill aimed at imposing the regime’s sovereignty over the West Bank and Jordan Valley, viewing it as yet another indication of the expansionist and hegemonic nature of this regime.

Iran ready for war with Israel, will not stop nuclear programme: President Pezeshkian

Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian has stated that the Islamic Republic is prepared for any war Israel might wage against it, adding he was not optimistic about the ceasefire between the two sides, while confirming Tehran is committed to continuing its nuclear programme for peaceful purposes.

Iran expresses deep concern over Gaza humanitarian catastrophe

The Iranian Foreign Ministry expressed deep concern over the worsening humanitarian catastrophe caused by the Zionist regime's horrific crimes in Gaza, strongly condemning the continued killing of Palestinians alongside the deliberate deprivation of Gaza residents of food, water, medicine, and other basic necessities.

Nuclear enrichment will continue, but Iran still open to talks: Iran’s FM

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi has stated that Tehran cannot give up on its uranium enrichment programme, which was severely damaged by waves of US and Israeli air attacks last month.

Iran to host three-way talks with Russia and China amid efforts to prevent snapback sanctions

The spokesman for Iran’s Foreign Ministry has announced that a trilateral meeting with Russia and China will be held on Tuesday in Tehran with a focus on Iran's nuclear program.

Iran says European trio has lost legal standing in nuclear deal

Iran has told the United Nations that France, Germany and the United Kingdom no longer count as participants in the 2015 nuclear accord, charging that they backed Israel’s recent 12‑day assault and Washington’s “maximum‑pressure” campaign against Iran.

Iranian Leader’s aide meets Putin in Kremlin to discuss nuclear, regional issues

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ali Larijani, a senior advisor to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, have discussed the latest issues regarding Tehran's nuclear program and tensions in West Asia.

Iran agrees to new round of talks with European trio in Istanbul on Friday

The Iranian Foreign Ministry’s spokesperson announced Monday that nuclear negotiations involving Iran, the UK, France, and Germany will be held in Istanbul, Turkey, on Friday at the deputy foreign ministers level.

Iran, EU3 agree to resume nuclear negotiations: Tasnim

Tehran and the European troika –the UK, France and Germany- have agreed to resume their nuclear talks, a source told Tasnim.

Iranian president condemns IAEA silence on Israeli aggression

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has strongly condemned the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) for its inaction following the joint Israeli-US attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities, which were under full legal inspection and supervision.

Real determination needed for win-win agreement on Iran’s nuclear program: FM

Iran is not still convinced that Washington is really determined to restart the nuclear talks with Tehran, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has stated, emphasizing the necessity for real intention for the achievement of a win-win deal.

Ex-Iranian FM Zarif: Only ‘existential threat’ to Israel is peace

Former Iranian Vice President for Strategic Affairs Mohammad-Javad Zarif has described peace as the only existential threat to the Zionist regime.

Iran FM urges Europeans to abandon snapback threats

Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has called on European countries to abandon the threat of triggering the so-called "snapback mechanism" and to act responsibly if they want to play a role in the Iranian nuclear issue.

Iran UN envoy calls on Security Council to end Israel’s impunity

Iran’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani, has called on the UN Security Council to end Israel’s impunity, holding it accountable for its repeated and grave violations of international law.

Iran Leader’s aide: Negotiations not a priority; Leadership will decide timing 

Ali Larijani, a senior advisor to Iran’s Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, stated that negotiations with the US over Iran’s nuclear issue are not currently on the agenda and emphasized that such talks should be treated as a ‘tactical tool’ rather than a strategic necessity. 

Iran dismisses US allegations of arms transfer to Yemen as media campaign 

Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmail Baqaei has dismissed the US claims regarding the shipment of military equipment from Iran to Yemen, calling them unfounded and part of a media campaign against the Islamic Republic. 

Iran leader’s website dismisses Gallant’s letter as “psychological warfare tactic”

In an article titled “A Shot in the Cognitive War”, the official website of Iran’s leader, khamenei.ir, has analyzed a letter written by former Israeli minister of war Yoav Gallant to Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.

Chine reaffirms support for Iran’s territorial integrity, national sovereignty

Chinese Foreign Minister, Wang Yi, reaffirmed Beijing’s firm support for Iran’s territorial integrity, sovereignty, and national security following the recent aggression by Israel and the US against Iran.

Iran urges formation of security mechanism in Shanghai Cooperation Organization

Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araqchi has called for the establishment of a “Shanghai Regional Security Assembly” with the participation of the defense and intelligence agencies of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states.

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