Foreign Policy

Iran Condoles with Afghanistan on Death of Top Shiite Cleric

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has offered condolences to the Afghan nation and government on the demise of top Shiite cleric, Ayatollah Asif Mohseni.

Spokesman: 3rd Reduction in Iran’s Nuclear Commitments Only A Month Away

The spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) has warned that Tehran will definitely take the third step in a phased reduction of commitments to the 2015 nuclear deal in around a month, should the remaining parties to the JCPOA fail again to honor their undertakings.

Iran Glad to See Neighbours Getting Out of B-Team: Zarif

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has hailed the recent thaw in ties between Tehran and Persian Gulf Arab states, saying the Islamic Republic welcomes the decrease in the B-Team members.

Nothing Finalized on Demarcation of Caspian Sea Boundaries: Iran

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has dismissed “incorrect” speculations and debates regarding the legal regime of the Caspian Sea.

Iran Sympathizes with American People over Mass Shootings

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has expressed regret over the slaughter of tens of Americans in two US states.

Source Reveals Details of Rand Paul’s ‘Secret’ Meeting with Zarif

While US Senator Rand Paul says he cannot disclose details of his recent confidential meeting with Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, an informed source has revealed some details to an Iranian newspaper.

Iran Says US Maximum Pressure Strategy Doomed to Fail

The secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) says the US’s maximum pressure strategy against Iran will have no result for the Trump administration and his hawkish advisors.

US Blocks Road to Diplomacy by Blacklisting Zarif: Iran

Iran says the United States has blocked the road to diplomacy by blacklisting foreign minister Mohammad Javad Zarif as any diplomatic effort must be made through his channel.

US Miscalculated by Blacklisting Iran’s Zarif

The US policy of calling for talks with Iran and at the same time imposing sanction on Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif seems like a joke, and Washington wrongly expects Tehran to replace its smart and sophisticated negotiator.

Iranian Official Confers on Closer Ties with Turkish President

Iranian President’s Chief of Staff Mahmoud Vaezi and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan held talks on a range of issues, including ways to boost bilateral trade between the two neighboring countries.

What Will Extensive US Sanctions on FM Zarif Do to Him?

A columnist has discussed the significance of recent US sanctions against Iran’s foreign minister, saying they are in line with bans earlier imposed by Washington on Iran’s Leader.

Ban on Zarif Shows Confusion in US Foreign Policy: Spokesman

The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman says Washington’s imposition of sanctions on Iran’s top diplomat is a sign of confusion in the US foreign policy arena.

Zarif Sanctioned after Turning Down Trump’s Invitation: Report

US President Donald Trump’s decision to blacklist Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has come after the latter rejected the former’s invitation for a meeting in the Oval Office in Washington DC, a media report says.

Global Power Shifting in Favour of Iran, Russia, China: Zarif

Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the US cannot change the fact that global power is shifting in favor of Iran, Russia and China by resorting to sanctions and killing deals, advising Washington to, instead, adapt to the new realities on the world stage and “stop isolating itself.”

Iran Condemns New US Sanctions against Russia

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has denounced the latest case of US' "economic terrorism" against Russia.

Iranian Diplomat, UN Official Discuss Syria Peace in Nur-Sultan

Senior Assistant to Iran's Foreign Minister in Special Political Affairs Ali-Asghar Khaji has held talks with Khawla Matar, the Special Envoy of the UN Secretary-General for Syria.

US Ban against Zarif Not to Influence His Mission: Iran

The Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has downplayed the US sanction against Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Javad Zarif.

Iran’s Regional Policy in Time

With an analytical and policy-oriented approach, the recently published book "Iran’s Regional Policy in Time", authored by Dr. Kayhan Barzegar, focuses on the aims and principles of Iran’s national and security interests, explaining how and why Iran’s regional policy has been consistent in the course of the time.

Iran President Raps US Ban on Zarif as ‘Childish Behaviour’

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has denounced the United States’ imposition of sanctions on Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, saying the move ran counter to Washington’s claim it is ready for unconditional talks.

Iran Mocks US Sanctions against FM Zarif

Iran has mocked the Trump administration’s recent move to put Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif on its sanctions list, saying the designation is because the US is frightened of Zarif’s negotiation skills.

‘Kill 3,000 Americans and Escape Punishment by Buying US Arms’

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the United States is opposed to the Islamic Republic for its refusal to surrender, but is okay with the killing of hundreds of its citizens by those who buy American weapons.

Iran Urges Europe to Seize Chance to Save Nuclear Deal

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani says the more time passes, the more difficult it will be for Tehran and Europe to roll back to the point before Iran began scaling down its commitment under the Iran nuclear deal.

UK to Avoid Confrontation with Iran under Johnson: Expert

An expert of international politics has predicted a road fraught with difficulties for the incoming UK prime minister in the quest for Brexit, saying Boris Johnson seems hardly likely to look for confrontation with Iran.

Iran, UN Discuss Afghan Peace, Upcoming Election

Senior diplomats from Iran and the United Nations have met in Tehran for talks about the collective efforts for peace in Afghanistan and the prospect of political developments in that country in light of the presidential election, slated for September 28.

China Praises Iran’s Admirable Progress in Technology

The head of the International Liaison Department of the Communist Party of China Song Tao says Iran has made huge progress in scientific and technology areas.

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