Foreign Policy

Iran FM, Pakistan Army Chief Discuss Security Ties

Pakistan's Army Chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa, who is in Tehran on an official visit, has held talks with Iranian Minister of Foreign Affairs Mohammad Javad Zarif.

Cooperation with Iran Helps Syria Survive Foreign Plots: Velayati

A senior advisor to the Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution says in light of the cooperation between Tehran and Damascus, Syria was protected from foreign conspiracies and aggressions.

Iran Raps Accusations Raised in Saudi-Led Coalition’s Statement

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has categorically rejected the recent anti-Iran accusations raised in a statement by the Saudi-led coalition against Yemen, calling such allegations “baseless, irresponsible, damaging, and provocative.”

Nuclear Deal Implementation Shows US Not Reliable: Iran

An Iranian legislator says the implementation of the Iran nuclear deal proved that that the United States can never be trusted.

Iran Resolved to Support Syria in Post-war Era: DM

Iran's Defence Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami says the Islamic Republic of Iran has always been supporting its Syrian “brothers”, and is determined to help them during the post-war era.

Masoud Barzani Condoles with General Soleimani over Father’s Death

Former President of the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) Masoud Barzani has sent a message of condolences to IRGC Quds Force Commander Major General Qassem Soleimani over his father’s demise.

What Prompted Hariri to Resign after Meeting with Iranian Envoy?

An informed source says Tehran’s negative response to the Saudi-dictated demands was the main reason behind Lebanese prime minister’s resignation on Saturday.

IRGC Chief-Commander Rejects Trump’s ‘Baseless’ Claim

The commander-in-chief of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has dismissed the US president’s ‘groundless’ claim that Iran had supplied the missile Yemeni forces fired at Riyadh international airport.

Iranian Translator Talks of 444 Days in US Embassy

Hossein Sheikholeslam, who served as a translator for Iranian students during the 1979 hostage crisis, has revealed some aspects of the US government’s espionage in Iran before the occupation of the US Embassy.

CIA Documents on Iran’s Links to Al-Qaeda ‘Shameless Fabrication’

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has rapped the newly-released CIA documents which accuse the Islamic Republic of being linked to the Al-Qaeda terrorist group.

Spokesman Rejects Anti-Iran Remarks by Lebanon’s Hariri

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has dismissed the anti-Tehran remarks by Saad Hariri, who stepped down as Lebanese prime minister on Saturday.

No Student Regrets Taking Over US Embassy in Tehran: Spokeswoman

Massoumeh Ebtekar, the spokesperson of the Iranian students who took over the US embassy in Tehran in 1979, says none of the students regrets being involved in seizing the ‘den of espionage’.

US Claim of Iran Ties with Al-Qaeda Aimed at Appeasing Saudis: FM

Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif dismissed western media reports of a link between Iran and Al-Qaeda terror group as an attempt to cover up the Saudi role in the Sept. 11 New York attacks.

Toyota Reminded of Its Complicity with ISIS Terrorists

After the Japanese carmaker Toyota apologized to the US government for selling a vehicle to the Iranian embassy in India, Iranian social media users are reminding the automaker of its alleged complicity with ISIS terrorists in their crimes in Iraq and Syria.

Iranian People Mark Day of Fight against Global Arrogance

Thousands of Iranian people have started rallies in different parts of the country to mark the “National Day of Fight against Global Arrogance”, chanting slogans against the US and other hegemonic powers.

Formation of Coalition Gov’t, Success for Lebanese People: Iran’s Velayati

A senior adviser to Iran’ Leader has praised the victories of the Lebanese government and stressed the imminent defeat of all terrorists, extremists and Takfiri movements in the region.

‘Saudi Arabia, Allies Seeking to Form Arab NATO to Counter Iran’

An Iranian lawmaker says the Arab Coalition Summit recently held in Riyadh was aimed at forming an Arab NATO and pursuing the goals of the US in the region.

Trump Reveals US Hostility towards Iranian Nation: Leader

Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the United States is the enemy of the entire Iranian nation, not just the Leader or its president.

“Zarif, Tillerson Had No Meeting in NY Except for P5+1 Session”

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson had no meeting in New York other than the P+1 meeting, foreign ministry spokesman said.

Iran Leader Warns about Sabotage in Tehran-Baku Ties

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has waned that the close and brotherly relations between Iran and the Republic of Azerbaijan have some opponents.

Presidents of Iran, Azerbaijan, Russia Hold Trilateral Meeting

The Iranian capital of Tehran hosted a trilateral meeting between the presidents of Iran, Russia and Azerbaijan.

Iran, Russia Can Neutralize Sanctions by Using National Currencies: Leader

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the capacity for expansion of Iran and Russia’s economic cooperation is far beyond the current level.

Russia Friendly Neighbour, Strategic Partner of Iran: Rouhani

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says Russia is a friend, neighbour and strategic partner of Iran, emphasizing that the Islamic Republic is after developing and strengthening ties with Moscow in all fields.

Russian, Azeri Presidents Meet with Iran Leader

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Azerbaijan Republic’s President Ilham Aliyev have separately met with the Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei on Wednesday in Tehran.

Iran Condemns Saudi Airstrike on Innocent Yemenis

Iran’s foreign ministry spokesperson has vehemently denounced the Saudi Arabian warplanes’ airstrike on a market in the Yemeni city of Sa’dah, which left dozens of innocent people dead and wounded.

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