Foreign Policy

Iran ready for broader cooperation if nuclear rights recognized, says President Pezeshkian

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian said Iran is prepared to cooperate with various countries if the United States recognizes its right to peaceful nuclear enrichment.

Iran VP urges restraint following cleric’s  controversial video about Saudi Arabia

Iran’s First Vice President Mohammadreza Aref has called for restraint and responsibility from public figures after a controversial video led to the arrest of an Iranian cleric in the holy city of Medina, Saudi Arabia.

President Pezeshkian: Foundations in place to expand Iran-Oman cooperation

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian emphasized the strong potential for expanding bilateral ties between Iran and Oman during his visit to Muscat, highlighting agreements reached with Sultan Haitham bin Tariq.

Iran FM responds to cleric row during Hajj, backs Muslim unity, Saudi ties

In a subtle but pointed response to the controversy surrounding Iranian cleric Gholamreza Qasemian, who was arrested during Hajj pilgrimage following criticism of Saudi Arabia, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi emphasized Iran’s unwavering commitment to Muslim unity and regional diplomacy.

Iranian president thanks Oman for mediation efforts in U.S. talks

During an official visit to Muscat, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian met with Sultan Haitham bin Tariq of Oman, where both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties and regional stability.

Iran envoy to Riyadh issues veiled response to cleric arrest in Saudi Arabia

Iran’s Ambassador to Riyadh, Alireza Enayati, appeared to indirectly address the recent detention of cleric Gholamreza Ghasemian in Saudi Arabia, calling for mutual respect and appropriate conduct during the annual Hajj pilgrimage.

Iranian president departs for Oman to expand bilateral ties, address regional issues

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian departed Tehran for Muscat on Tuesday for a two-day official visit at the invitation of Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said of Oman.

Ayatollah Khamenei calls for joint Iran–Pakistan efforts to halt Israeli crimes in Gaza

In a meeting with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and his accompanying delegation, Leader of Iran's Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, underlined the need for joint and effective efforts by Iran and Pakistan to put an end to the ongoing atrocities by the Zionist regime in Gaza.

President Pezeshkian: Iran will not collapse under sanctions

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian said on Monday that the country will not succumb to pressure or hunger if talks with foreign powers fail or sanctions intensify, emphasizing Iran’s untapped potential and the need to harness domestic capabilities.

Iran denies interim deal with US, reaffirms nuclear rights

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei dismissed speculation about an interim nuclear agreement with the US, stating it has "never been on Iran’s agenda" and was not discussed in recent talks.

Iran summons French chargé d’affaires over ‘meddlesome’ Cannes comments

Tehran has summoned the French chargé d'affaires to protest meddlesome remarks by the European country’s foreign minister after an Iranian film won an award at the Cannes film festival.

Iran’s Ex-deputy FM: Final draft agreement reached in 2022, but delayed by Ukraine war

Ali Bagheri Kani, former political deputy at Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs under President Ebrahim Raisi, revealed that Iran and the P4+1 powers reached an agreed-upon draft to revive the 2015 nuclear deal (JCPOA) as early as March 11, 2022, but the war in Ukraine disrupted the finalization process.

FM Araghchi: New round of Iran-US talks held professionally

Iranian Foreign Minister, Seyed Abbas Araghchi says the 5th round of indirect talks between Iran and the US was held in a calm and professional atmosphere.

Fifth Round of Iran-US Nuclear Talks Begins in Rome

The fifth round of indirect nuclear negotiations between Iran and the United States, chaired by the Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araqchi and US Special Representative for the Middle East Steve Witkowsky, with Oman mediating, began on Friday in Rome, Italy.

Fifth round of Iran-US talks ends, with “with progress without final conclusion”

The fifth round of indirect nuclear negotiations between Iran and the United States concluded with Oman's Foreign Minister, who mediated the talks, reporting some progress but no final agreemen

Iran Deputy Foreign Minister: US Insistence on Zero Enrichment to Lead Talks Nowhere

Majid Takht-Ravanchi, the Iranian senior nuclear negotiator and deputy foreign minister for political affairs, emphasized that if the US position in negotiations with the Islamic Republic is "zero enrichment for Iran," the talks will not lead anywhere.

Iran FM warns Europe against snapback revival

Iranian Foreign Minister, Seyed Abbas Araqchi, emphasized that if Europeans activate the snapback mechanism in Iran’s nuclear case and revive UN sanctions against Iran, they will plunge the non-proliferation regime into a crisis.

Iran-Saudi model: Zarif calls for regional cooperation in ‘post-polar world’

Former Iranian foreign minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has pointed to the recent Iran-Saudi rapprochement as a model for future cooperation in a rapidly evolving global landscape.

Former Iran president Khatami: Negotiation is not surrender; hope for reform must be preserved

Former Iranian President Seyyed Mohammad Khatami emphasized the importance of negotiation and reform in a message delivered to the sixth congress of the Isargaran (Devotees) Party, asserting that dialogue does not equate to surrender but serves the public good.

Iran warns Europe against triggering snapback sanctions mechanism

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has warned European countries against invoking the UN snapback sanctions mechanism, calling such a move a “grave mistake” with serious consequences.

Iranian president to visit Oman for high-level talks, strategic agreements

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is scheduled to make an official visit to Muscat, Oman, on May 27–28 at the invitation of Sultan Haitham bin Tariq.

Iran weighs participation in next round of nuclear talks, says enrichment will continue with or without deal

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi announced that the Islamic is still evaluating whether it will participate in the next round of nuclear negotiations, asserting that uranium enrichment will continue regardless of the outcome.

Tasnim: Report on cancellation of Iran nuclear talks attributed to Foreign Ministry ‘fabricated’

According to Tasnim on Tuesday, a quote attributed to Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmail Baqaei regarding the alleged cancellation of diplomatic talks is “not authentic.” The...

Deputy Foreign Minister: Contradictory US positions affect atmosphere of talks with Iran

The Political Deputy of Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs says that contradictory statements by US officials on issues such as uranium enrichment in Iran show that the Americans themselves don’t know what they are really seeking.

Ayatollah Khamenei: US has no right to deny Iran uranium enrichment

Iran’s Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei strongly rebuked Western pressure over Iran’s nuclear program, asserting that the Islamic Republic does not need permission from any country to pursue uranium enrichment.

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