Foreign Policy

Iran Raps Use of Human Rights as Political Leverage

An Iranian deputy foreign minister decried employment of the issue of human rights as a political tool, and reminded the UN Human Right Council that politicization of human rights mechanisms will only bring discredit on the inter-governmental body.

Iranian President Highlights ECO’s Role in Region’s Future Economy

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) should play a crucial role in building the future economy of the region.

Iran Slams Int’l Refugee Bodies for Politicised Allocation of Budget

An Iranian MP has slammed the politicised approach held by some international organizations in allocating refugee budgets to different countries.

Turkey Appreciates Iran’s Support against Coup Attempt: FM

Following the escalated tensions between Iran and Turkey in recent days, Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu told IRNA his government and people appreciate Tehran’s support against the coup attempt in July 2016 and would never forget the precious encouragement.

Iran’s Development Hinges on Cooperation with Neighbours

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani voiced Tehran’s resolve to boost relations with regional countries, saying cooperation with neighbours is necessary for the country’s development.

Iran’s President Arrives in Islamabad for ECO Summit

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani arrived on Tuesday in Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan, for a two-day official visit and to participate in the 13th summit of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO).

Iranian FM Calls for Reforms in ECO Structure

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif voiced the Islamic Republic’s commitment to the Economic Cooperation Organisation (ECO), but at the same time called for certain reforms to improve its efficiency.

UAE Must Be Sued for Occupation of Iranian Islands: MP

An Iranian lawmaker urged the Foreign Ministry to bring the UAE to the International Court of Justice in The Hague for occupying Ariana and Zarkooh, two Iranian islands in the Persian Gulf.

Iran’s President Congratulates Kuwait on National Day

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani in a message to Emir of Kuwait Sheikh Sabah Al Ahmed Al Jaber Al Sabah congratulated him on the occasion of his country's National Day anniversary.

Iran Condemns Terror Attacks in Syria’s Homs

The Iranian Foreign Ministry on Sunday strongly condemned the recent terrorist attacks in Syrian city of Homs in which over 40 people lost their lives.

Iran Calls on Azerbaijan, Armenia to Show Self-Restraint

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi invited the Republic of Azerbaijan and Armenia to show restraint over escalation of clashes in Nagorno-Karabakh region.

Iran’s Parliament Passes Bill in Response to Trump’s Travel Ban

Iranian lawmakers have added a new article to the proposed budget bill for the next fiscal year (starting March 21, 2017) to attract investment by the country’s nationals living in the United States.

Iranian FM Calls for Global Attention to Human Tragedy in Yemen

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif voiced his deep concern over the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Yemen caused by a Saudi onslaught on civilians in the Arabian Peninsula country, calling on the international community to end the protracted war.

Iran’s Ex-President Ahmadinejad Writes Lengthy Letter to Trump

Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, the former president of Iran, in a letter to the US President voiced strong support for Donald Trump's stances against Washington's "corrupt" political structure and media.

Iran Has No Diplomatic Ties with Trump’s Administration: Spokesman

Iran’s Foreign Ministry says the Islamic Republic has no relations with the new administration in the United States.

Why General Soleimani Is Seen as Popular Hero in Iran

In a recent report, the US-based Atlantic Council has discussed why General Qassem Soleimani, the commander of IRGC Quds Force, is considered by many Iranian people as a selfless and popular hero.

World Knows IRGC Helping Mideast Nations Fight Terrorism: Iranian FM

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has praised Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) for providing the highest support to regional countries in their anti-terror fights.

FM Zarif Slams Turkish Officials’ Improper Anti-Iran Remarks

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has expressed dismay at the recent “improper” remarks by Turkish officials against the Islamic Republic.

First Female Space Tourist, NASA Executive to Represent Iran at Oscars

Iranian filmmaker Asghar Farhadi has chosen two prominent Iranian Americans, engineer Anousheh Ansari, known as the first female space tourist, and Dr. Firouz Naderi, the former director of Solar Systems Exploration at NASA, to represent his film “The Salesman” at the upcoming Oscars ceremony.

Iranian Delegation Confers with Saudis on 2017 Hajj Pilgrimage

Delegations from Tehran and Riyadh held the first round of talks about conditions for the dispatch of Iranian nationals to Saudi Arabia for Hajj pilgrimage later this year.

Iran to Hold Talks with GCC If Riyadh Is Not Final Decision Maker

An Iranian lawmaker says Iran cannot hold negotiations with member states of the Persian Gulf Cooperation Council [P](GCC) if Saudi Arabia is going to have the final say.

Iranian Delegation in Saudi Arabia for Hajj Talks

After receiving an invitation from Saudi officials, an Iranian delegation has left Tehran for Saudi Arabia on Thursday to attend the upcoming Hajj talks.

How Israeli Media Covered Iran Leader’s Remarks in Palestine Conference

The statements made by Iran’s Leader at the opening ceremony of International Conference on Palestine Intifada in Tehran were widely covered by international, particularly Israeli, media.

Iran’s Rivals Trying to Influence Trump’s Foreign Policy

An international lawyer says Iran’s regional rivals know that US President Trump has not yet determined his foreign policy, and are thus trying to influence his approach towards Iran.

Iran Understands Turkey’s Predicament: Leader’s Adviser

In reaction to recent anti-Iran remarks made by Turkish officials, a senior adviser to Iran’s Leader says the Islamic Republic understands Turkey’s conditions, as Erdogan’s government is under tremendous pressure due to its failure to accomplish its goals in Syria.

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