Foreign Policy

Iranian deputy FM: Israel most serious violator of int’l humanitarian law

Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs says that the gravest violation of international humanitarian law is the systematic anti-human and racist policies of the Israeli regime in occupied Palestinian territories.

Iran’s Leader’s message: “Hamas is Alive and Will Remain Alive” Amid Gaza Ceasefire

The Iranian Leader's Hebrew Twitter account reposted on Tuesday part of his speech about the "unwavering movement of the resistance front" in a tweet marking the Gaza ceasefire.

President Pezeshkian says ‘Gaza people demonstrate resilience against terrorism’

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian has praised the ‘resilient’ people of Gaza for teaching other nations how to stand against terrorism.

Iran president open to direct talks with US, says MP

An Iranian lawmaker says President Massoud Pezeshkian is inclined to negotiate directly with the US to put an end to long-standing differences, including Iran’s nuclear issue.

Iranian pres.: Iran and Russia do not need the West 

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says the strategic partnership treaty between Iran and Russia shows Tehran and Moscow oppose interference by foreign actors to determine the two nations’ role.

Iranian FM: Strategic partnership with Russia primarily economic

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has announced that the comprehensive strategic partnership signed on Friday between Iran and Russia is primarily economic in nature.

Iranian gov’t likely initiating key nuclear negotiations: National security commission member

A member of the National Security and Foreign Policy Commission of the Iranian Parliament has indicated that the government may be initiating significant nuclear negotiations, without informing the parliament.

Iranian official optimistic direct talks with US can lead to deal in 3 months

The Iranian President's representative for coordinating maritime development policies has reiterated the need for direct negotiations between Iran and the US, estimating that reaching an agreement could take two to three months once negotiations begin.

US flag removed from Iranian government yard to ease tensions

The US flag, which had been painted on the ground in the Iranian government yard for visitors to step on as a sign of protest, has recently been removed.

Iran, Russia ink comprehensive strategic partnership deal

The presidents of Iran and Russia have signed a comprehensive strategic partnership deal for long-term cooperation.

Iranian president: Strategic partnership treaty with Russia will boost ties in all areas

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has said the strategic partnership treaty between Iran and Russia will serve as a basis for the expansion of bilateral ties.

Iranian vice president Zarif: Trump is not a giant; we are bigger than that

Iran’s former foreign minister and current vice president for strategic affairs, Mohammad Javad Zarif, believes Iran should not view incoming US President Donald Trump as an insurmountable threat.

President Pezeshkian lays wreath at Unknown Soldier’s Tomb in Moscow

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian began his official visit to Moscow by laying a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

BRICS, SCO effective in countering Western sanctions, says Iranian official

The spokesperson for Iran's Foreign Ministry says that the importance of BRICS and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) is increasing daily, emphasizing that the organizations are effective in neutralizing Western sanctions.

Iranian Leader office touts rising power of Asia ahead of President Pezeshkian’s Moscow visit

In a tweet written in Russian, the account of the Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei stated that the global developments promise a multipolar system where the US will be isolated, and Asia will become the center of knowledge, economy, political and military power.

Iran says determined to support Palestine, welcomes Gaza ceasefire

Iran’s Foreign Minister, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, in a telephone conversation with Khalil al-Hayya, the Chief of the Hamas Political Bureau in Gaza, said the Islamic Republic is determined to support Palestinian resistance against Israel.

Iran welcomes Gaza ceasefire, urges trial of Israeli officials

Iran on Thursday welcomed a ceasefire between Hamas and Tel Aviv after 15 months of war in the besieged Strip, and called for the prosecution of Israeli authorities over their crimes in the Palestinian territory.

Iranian FM reaffirms non-military objectives in strategic partnership with Russia, emphasizes FATF review to remain technical

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi emphasized the importance of allowing the Expediency Discernment Council to calmly and expertly review Iran’s accession to the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) issue, which is viewed by the incumbent administration as a major trade for the country’s international relations.

Iran ready for talks with second Trump administration, says President Pezeshkian

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian has stated that Iran is fundamentally ready to engage in dialogue with the second administration of incoming US president Donald Trump.

NBC to air Iran president’s ‘important message’ on ‘honorable, equal negotiation’

The deputy head of Communications and Information of the Iranian President's Office announced on Tuesday that an important message from President Massoud Pezeshkian will be broadcast on Wednesday on NBC, emphasizing Iran's readiness for honorable and equal negotiations.

Iranian deputy FM describes Geneva talks with E3 as “constructive, frank” 

Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Kazem Gharibabadi says talks between Iranian and European diplomats in Geneva were serious, frank and constructive.

Iran’s FM to visit New York to attend meeting on ME developments: Spokesperson

The spokesperson for the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araqchi will travel to New York to participate in a meeting regarding developments in the Middle East, particularly Palestine.

Iranian Foreign Ministry says removing sanctions, high priority in talks with E3

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmail Baqaei says the priority of Iran during Monday talks with the European troika is to get the anti-Tehran sanctions lifted.

Top Iranian official advocates for direct talks with the US

Ali Abdolalizadeh, the head of Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian's election campaign and the president's representative in maritime economy, has called for direct talks with the United States.

Iranian citizen detained in Italy, released 

The spokesperson for Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced the release of Mohammad Abedini Najafabadi, an Iranian citizen who had been detained in Italy, and his return to the homeland. 

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