Foreign Policy

Iran Demands Iraq’s Explanation on Ship Sinking Incident

Iran has called on the Iraqi government to release a formal report on the sinking of an Iranian cargo ship in the waters of the Arab country.

Iran Condemns Expansion of EU, US Sanctions on Syria

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman has condemned the expansion of European Union and United States sanctions against Damascus, saying that such sanctions will only target the Syrian people.

Iran’s President Sympathizes with US Protesters

The Iranian president has expressed sympathy with demonstrators who have taken to the streets across the US in protest at the police killing of an African American.

Brutality against Black People Shows Nature of US Gov’t: Iran Leader

Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says what's happening in the United States today reveals the real nature of the American government.

Iran Strongly Condemns Kabul Mosque Attack

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has strongly denounced the Tuesday Takfiri terrorist attack on the Wazir Akber Khan Mosque in the Afghan capital.

Iran-Serbia Ties Should Remain Unaffected by US Sanctions: President

President of Iran Hassan Rouhani has called for the expansion of relations with Serbia in all fields, stressing that the US’ cruel sanctions should not be allowed to ruin the bilateral ties between Tehran and Belgrade, particularly their economic interaction.

Iran Urges EU to Condemn US’ Illegal Moves

The Iranian president says European countries, especially Finland, must condemn the United States’ unlawful measures.

US Protests to Engulf Entire America: Iran’s Top Judge

Iran’s Judiciary chief says the nationwide protests in the United States will finally engulf America and other hegemonic powers.

Iranian Scientist Sirous Asgari Released from US, en Route to Iran: FM

Iran’s foreign minister says the plane carrying Iranian scientist Sirous Asgari released from the American jail has taken off from the United States.

Signs of US Decline Clearer Than Ever: Iran Official

A senior Iranian official says signs of the United States’ decline have become clearer than ever amid the recent protests in the US and Iran's fuel shipment to Venezuela despite the US bans.
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Iran Urges US to Stop Violence, Let Americans Breathe

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has called on American officials and police to stop violence against their own people and let the US nation “breathe”.

Iran Pledges Unfaltering Support for Afghan Stability, Security

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has assured his Afghan counterpart that Iran will stand by Afghanistan in the path to security and stability via negotiated settlement of disputes, highlighting Tehran’s willingness to enhance the brotherly and friendly ties with Kabul.

US Revealing Its Ugly Face by Cracking Down on Anti-Racism Protests: Iran

A senior Iranian military official has hit out at the United States for discriminating against the people of colour as well as its police brutality.

Iran Major Regional Power with Int’l Leverage: Parliament Speaker

Iran’s parliament speaker says the Islamic Republic enjoys great leverage both at regional and international levels.

Iran Congratulates Croatia on Statehood Day

In a congratulatory message to his Croatian counterpart, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has hoped for the enhancement of ties between Tehran and Zagreb.

Iran Vows to Take Action against US Move to End Nuclear Sanctions Waiver

Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman has roundly condemned the United States’ recent move to end the sanction waiver for nuclear cooperation with the Islamic Republic.

Iran Condemns Killing of Black Americans

The Islamic Republic of Iran has denounced the deadly racial profiling in the United States, urging Washington to stop suppressing the suffering Americans.

Halt to Tehran-Seoul Trade Ties ‘Temporary’, Analyst Says

A senior economic analyst believes the current disruption to bilateral trade between Iran and South Korea is temporary, and there is reason to be optimistic about future economic ties. 

French FM’s Comments on Adelkhah to Further Complicate Her Case: Iran

Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman has reacted to meddlesome remarks made by French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian about Iranian prisoner Fariba Adelkhah.

Iranian Diplomat, UN Envoy Discuss Syria Developments

The United Nations Secretary-General’s Special Envoy for Syria Geir O. Pedersen has discussed the latest developments in Syria with Ali-Asghar Khaji, a senior assistant to Iranian foreign minister in special political affairs.

Sanctions Hindering Move Towards Sustainable Development, Iran Tells UN

The Seventh Asia Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development has been held as a virtual meeting chaired by the UN undersecretary general and the executive secretary of the United Nations Economic and Social Council for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP).

US Not to Take Any Action against Iran Tankers Ahead of Nov. Elections: Analyst

An international affairs expert believes it is unlikely the US would take any direct action against Iranian tankers heading to Venezuela, and will rather continue its policies to accuse the Islamic Republic based on unfounded allegations as the presidential election draws near.

Iran Urges Switzerland’s Active Role in Defiance of US Sanctions

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has called on the Swiss government to play a more active role against the unlawful and inhumane sanctions that the US has imposed on Iran amid the outbreak of the coronavirus.

Iran Calls for Closer Business Ties with Georgia

Iranian First Vice President Es'haq Jahangiri has offered congratulations to Georgia on its national day, calling for expansion of business ties between Tehran and Tbilisi.

Iran Felicitates Lebanon on Liberation Anniversary

Iran’s foreign minister has congratulated Beirut on the anniversary of the liberation of southern Lebanon from the Zionists’ occupation.

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