Foreign Policy

Iran’s Top General Says End of Israel Imminent

Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces, Major General Mohammad Hossein Baqeri, says the Palestinian intifada has entered a new critical phase and the end of the Israeli occupation is very close.

Iran Not to Tolerate Israeli Oppression of Palestinians: Rouhani

President Hassan Rouhani says the people of Iran do not tolerate cruelty against the Palestinians, and that Jerusalem al-Quds would not remain under the occupation of the oppressors.

Iran Proposes Barter Trade with Kazakhstan

President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Hassan Rouhani has proposed the idea of operating a barter system for bilateral trade with Kazakhstan.

Foreign Minister Zarif, NGOs Weigh Plans to Help Afghans in Iran

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and representatives of non-governmental charities have discussed the ways to address the problems that Afghan citizens residing in Iran are facing.

Iran Warns US against Disruption of Legal Trade

Iran’s Foreign Minister has warned the United States against any disruption of legal trade, saying that Washington is not allowed to interfere with the Iranian tankers en route to Venezuela.

Iran Once Again Rejects Claims of Harming Afghan Citizens at Border

A senior Iranian official has expressed congratulations on the reconciliation deal in Afghanistan and, at the same time, rejected Afghan media reports suggesting Iranian border guards were involved in a recent tragic border incident.

‘Trump May Get into Direct Conflict with Iran over Shipments to Venezuela’

An expert on international relations says there is every possibility that US President Donald Trump gets involved in a dangerous game with Iran over the fuel shipment to Venezuela.

Iran Urges Humanitarian Aid Delivery to Yemen

An Iranian diplomat and the spokesperson for Yemen’s Ansarullah Movement have called for efforts to accelerate the delivery of humanitarian and medical supplies to Yemen amid the outbreak of coronavirus.

Iran Prepared for Worst-Case Scenario for Venezuela-Bound Tankers: Spokesman

The spokesperson for the Iranian administration has warned the United States to refrain from the mistake of taking action against the Iranian oil tankers carrying fuel to Venezuela, saying Tehran has braced itself for the worst-case scenario.

Iran, Russia, China, Pakistan Discuss Afghanistan Developments

Diplomat from the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Russian Federation, the People's Republic of China, and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan have discussed the situation in Afghanistan in an online conference

‘US Responsible for Any Foolish Act against Iran’s Venezuela-Bound Tankers’

Iran's Foreign Ministry has warned again that the United States will itself bear the responsibility for any foolish act that it could take against Venezuela-headed Iranian fuel tankers, saying Washington cannot come in the way of legitimate trade among independent countries.

Iran Reaffirms Support for Iraq, Urges Boost to Bilateral Trade

President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Hassan Rouhani has assured his Iraqi counterpart that Tehran will keep supporting the Arab country and its sovereignty, calling for plans to promote mutual economic cooperation and resume the trade exchanges in compliance with the health protocols.

US Hated in Important Part of World: Iran’s Leader

Iran’s Islamic Revolution Leader says the United States is despised in a major part of the world because of its policies.

Iran Warns US against Interference with Its Fuel Transfer to Venezuela

Iran has warned the United States against any interference with the transfer of fuel by Iranian tankers to Venezuela.

Iran Welcomes National Reconciliation Deal between Afghan Leaders

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has welcomed the clinching of a political agreement between Afghan President Ashraf Ghani and his main rival Abdullah Abdullah.

Iran, Russia Dismiss Reports of Deal on Removal of Assad

The Islamic Republic of Iran and the Russian Federation have separately rejected the reports of an agreement on removal of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad from power.

Afghanistan Lauds COVID-19 Medical Care for Nationals in Iran

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan has expressed gratitude to the Islamic Republic for providing humanitarian support and medical services for the Afghan nationals residing in Iran amid the outbreak of coronavirus epidemic, says an Iranian official.   

Iran Says Strongly Supports Syria in Fight against Terrorism

Moscow, Damascus and Tehran will keep up their strategic cooperation to fight the sinister phenomenon of terrorism, Iran's Foreign Ministry said, adding that the ongoing consultations between the three countries to find a political solution to the Syrian crisis will continue.

Iran Dismisses US Claim China Must Be Blamed for COVID-19 Outbreak

Iran has rejected the US claim that China is to blame for the spread of the novel coronavirus, saying the move is aimed at diverting public opinion inside and outside the United States from the incompetence of the Trump administration.

Iran Calls US Ruling Elite ‘Inefficient, Source of Threat’

A senior Iranian official has likened the ruling elite in the United States to a group of “inefficient, unwise” rulers whose governance is only a source of threat.

US in No Position to Measure Anti-Terrorism Efforts: Iran

Iran has hit out at Washington for keeping the Islamic Republic on its list of countries which the White House claims are not cooperating in the fight against terrorism.

Iran FM Slams US for Claiming to Be Party to JCPOA

The Iranian foreign minister has lashed out US Special Representative for Iran Brian Hook for his remarks concerning the Iran nuclear deal, officially known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).

Iran Urges Int’l Support for Palestine Liberation on ‘Nakba Day’

Iran has condemned the Israeli regime’s occupation of the Palestinian land and voiced its support for Palestinian people.

Trump’s Gov’t Worst, Most Ruthless Ever in US History: Iran

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the incumbent government of Donald Trump is the worst, most ruthless and anti-human of all in the US history.

Iran, Malaysia Discuss Collaboration in Coronavirus Fight

President of the Islamic Republic of Iran and Prime Minister of Malaysia have weighed plans for cooperation between the two Muslim nations in the battle with the novel coronavirus by sharing experiences and providing medical supplies.

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