Foreign Policy

US Push to Use Mechanisms in Iran Nuclear Deal Ludicrous: Rouhani

The Iranian president has dismissed as childish, ridiculous and baseless the US push to use the so-called snapback mechanism in the Iran nuclear deal to bring back international sanctions against the Islamic Republic.

Iran Warns UAE against Possible Israeli Presence in Region

Iran’s government spokesman has warned the United Arab Emirates (UAE) against paving the way for the Israeli regime to gain a foothold in the region.

US Wish to Bring Back Iran Sanctions Just A Dream: Tehran

An Iranian official says the United States keeps dreaming if it can reinstate sanctions on Iran, but that is not going to come true.

Dismal Failure Awaiting US Policy of Sanctions: Iran Spokesman

The spokesperson for the Iranian government has reminded the US of a heavy defeat it is going to suffer in its policy of pressure and sanctions against Iran.

Iran’s President Calls for Closer Ties Uzbekistan

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has offered congratulations to the Uzbek nation and government on the 29th anniversary of the country’s Independence Day, calling for further enhancement of bilateral relations.

US Not Entitled to Activate Snapback Mechanism: Iran

Iran's Ambassador to the United Nations Majid Takht Ravanchi says the legal arguments by the majority of UN Security Council member states and its president clearly indicate that the US is not authorized to use snapback mechanism against Iran.

Iran Leader Condemns UAE’s Deal with Israel as ‘Betrayal’

Leader of Iran's Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has strongly denounced the United Arab Emirates' recent deal with Israel as a betrayal of both Palestine and the regional states.

US Trying to Reinstate Iran Sanctions, but to No Avail:‌ Official

An Iranian official says the United States’ desperate attempt at the United Nations to bring back a UN arms embargo as well as sanctions on Iran is doomed to fail.

Iran Asks Niger to Counter US Polices as UNSC President

Iran's president has hailed Niger for its refusal to support a US-initiated resolution on the extension of the UN arms embargo on Tehran, urging the African country to act independently during its presidency of the UN Security Council and stand against the US government’s unilateralism.

Iran Urges Promotion of Economic Cooperation with Neighbours

President Hassan Rouhani has described the enhancement of strategic ties with the neighbouring states as a top priority in Iran’s foreign policy agenda, saying closer economic cooperation with the neighbours would help overcome the problems.

Iran’s President Calls for Closer Ties with Kyrgyzstan

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has offered congratulations to the Kyrgyz nation and government on the anniversary of the country’s national day, calling for further enhancement of bilateral ties.

President Rouhani Invites Malaysian King to Visit Iran

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has officially invited the king of Malaysia to visit Iran in order to discuss the problems facing the Muslim world and further strengthen bilateral ties between Tehran and Kuala Lumpur.

Zarif Raps US Resort to ‘Law of Jungle’, Urges Americans to Wake Up

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has lashed out at the US administration's resort to the "law of jungle" both at the national and international level.

Iran Pursuing Efforts to Ascertain Fate of Imam Musa al-Sadr

Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Saeed Khatibzadeh has paid tribute to Imam Musa al-Sadr on the anniversary of his disappearance, saying Tehran has been making international efforts to discover the missing Shiite leader’s fate after four decades.

Iran Wishes Health, Success for Shinzo Abe

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh has hailed the valuable assistance provided by Japanese Prime Minister Abe Shinzo for development of Iran-Japan relations, wishing him health and success.

Iran Says Pompeo Living in Parallel Universe

Iran has rejected US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's claim about the “snapback" mechanism, saying the US top diplomat is living in a parallel universe.

‘Animosity towards Iran Caused by Its Rejection of Both West, East’

The enemies of Iran keep trying to topple the Islamic Establishment, but to no avail, an Iranian official says, citing Tehran’s rejection of both the West and the East as the reason for such hostilities.

No Prospect for US Success in Reinstating Iran Sanctions: Vaezi

A senior Iranian official says the United States has little chance of convincing the UN to agree to its demand that international sanctions on Iran be reinstated.

Astana Process Guarantor States, UN Envoy Convene in Geneva

Representatives from the three guarantor states of the Astana Peace Process –Iran, Russia and Turkey- and the United Nations Special Envoy for Syria held a meeting in Switzerland to discuss the situation in Syria.

Iran Sympathizes with Afghanistan over Deadly Flood

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh has expressed sympathy with the Afghan nation and government over the recent flooding in some parts of the country, which resulted in casualties and material damages.

Iran Urges UN to Play More Active Role in Helping Yemeni People

Ali-Asghar Khaji, a senior assistant to the Iranian foreign minister, and the UN's Acting Assistant Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs Ramesh Rajasingham have sat for talks on a range of issues.

UN Praises Iran’s ‘Constructive’ Role in Yemen Peace Process

A senior Iranian official has discussed Yemen developments with the UN representative for the Arab country.

Iran to Continue Cooperation with IAEA: Rouhani

The Iranian president says the country will move forward with its cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) as before.

‘US Bid to Restore UN Sanctions on Iran Has Dire Legal Consequences’

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson says the UN Security Council president’s assertion that the US’ push to restore the UN sanctions on Iran is null and void indicates that the American attempt would have dire legal consequences.

Iranian Diplomat, UN Envoy Discuss Syria Developments

A senior Iranian diplomat and the UN’s point man on Syria have exchanged views on the latest developments in the Arab country.

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