Foreign Policy

US Looking for Annulment of Nuclear Deal: Iranian MP

An outspoken Iranian lawmaker says the United States is looking for a way to put an end to the nuclear deal with Tehran, and Iran should beware not to fall into this trap.

By Imposing Sanctions, the West Deprived Itself of Iranian Rich Culture: Bulgarian VP

Bulgarian Vice-President believes that Western countries deprived themselves of the rich culture of Iran due to the sanctions they imposed on the Islamic Republic.

Iran Prepared to Promote Strategic Ties with China: FM Zarif

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Tehran is ready to boost its strategic relations with China, particularly in the economic sphere.

Iranian, Kyrgyz FMs Meet in India

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and his Kyrgyz counterpart, Erlan Abdyldaev, held talks on topics of mutual interest in India’s northern city of Amritsar.

Iran Reserves Right to Respond to US Extension of Bans Law: Nuclear Chief

Iran’s nuclear chief says the country reserves the right to retaliate as it sees fit against a move by the US Congress to extend the Iran Sanctions Act.

Iranian FM, Afghan President Discuss Bilateral, Regional Issues

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and Afghanistan's President Ashraf Ghani exchanged views on a range of issues, including the latest developments in the Middle East region.

Iran to Firmly Respond to US Senate Vote on Anti-Iran Legislation: Rouhani

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani has denounced a recent US Senate vote on a piece of anti-Iran legislation as a blatant infringement of last year’s nuclear deal between Tehran and six world powers, saying the Islamic Republic will give a firm response to the move.

Iran to Continue Helping Afghanistan Move towards Prosperity: Zarif

Iranian Foreign Minister says Tehran is resolved to continue its support for the nation and government of Afghanistan as they move towards “a stable, safe and prosperous Afghanistan”.

Iran’s Response to US Sanctions Will Be Shocking: IRGC General

If the US imposes new sanctions against Iran, it will be shocked by a more severe and decisive response, a senior IRGC general says.

Iran Can’t Unilaterally Breach JCPOA in Reaction to US Violation: Official

Political Deputy of Iranian President’s Office Hamid Aboutalebi says the US violation of nuclear deal with Iran cannot be unilaterally reciprocated as JCPOA is a multi-lateral commitment.

Extension of Anti-Iran Sanctions Will Have No ‘Executive Effect’: Zarif

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the extension of Iran Sanctions Act (ISA) in the US will have no “executive effect” and will merely be a sign of the US government’s unreliability.

Iran to Use Its ‘Own Methods’ in Reaction to JCPOA Violation: Deputy FM

If the US, or any other country, decides to disregard the nuclear deal with Tehran, then Iran will have to show appropriate reaction, Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister says.

Iran Urges Immediate Release of Lawyers in Kenya

Iran has urged Kenya to immediately release two of its lawyers arrested in the African country upon "intervention by a third party."

Iranian Cleric Urges Retaliation for US Breaches of Nuclear Deal

A senior Iranian cleric slammed the US Congress for its recent move to extend sanctions against Iran for another ten years, saying that it is now time for the Islamic Republic to retaliate such violations of the JCPOA, a nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers.

Iran and China Are Safe Harbours of Asia: Larijani

Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani described Iran and China as the havens of Asia, and called for development of Tehran-Beijing ties in all fields.

US Extension of Iran Sanctions Is a Violation of JCPOA: Iran

Iranian officials slammed the US Senate for passing a 10-year extension of sanctions against the Islamic Republic, saying the move is a breach of the JCPOA, a July 2015 nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers.

Senior Reformist MP Urges Obama to Veto Extension of Iran Sanctions

The leading reformist member of Iran’s Parliament called on the US administration to veto the extension of Iran Sanctions Act (ISA) recently ratified by the US Congress.

Two Things Are Unreliable These Days: Weather and US!

The weather forecast program aired on Iran’s state TV today made an interesting reference to recent extension of anti-Iran sanctions by the US Senate, which is said to be a violation of the nuclear deal.

Envoy Reaffirms Iran’s Close Bonds with Cuba

The Iranian president’s representative at a farewell ceremony in Havana, held in commemoration of Fidel Castro, highlighted Iran’s unbreakable alliance with the late Cuban leader’s anti-imperialistic aspirations.

Iranian FM to Start Tour of 3 Asian Countries in Coming Days

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif will pay official visits to India, China, and Japan in the coming days.

Iran More Resolved to Combat Terrorism after ISIS Attack in Hilla: Spokesman

The spokesman for the Iranian Foreign Ministry renewed condemnation of a recent terrorist attack near the Iraqi city of Hilla that killed many people, including dozens of Iranians, saying the Islamic Republic is more resolved to fight Takfiri terrorists after the attack.

Iranian, Russian Presidents Discuss Regional Issues, Bilateral Ties

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin discussed a range of issues in a telephone conversation, calling for enhanced economic relations and continued cooperation in the fight against terrorism in Syria.

Iran-Russia Visa-Free Deal Not Signed Yet: Spokesman

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi described reports that Iran and Russia have cancelled visa requirements between the two countries as untrue, saying a deal on visa-free package tours is yet to be signed.

Castro’s Revolutionary Struggles Deathless: Iran FM

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has attended a commemoration ceremony held in Tehran in honor of Fidel Castro, penning a memorial note in praise of Cuba’s late revolutionary leader.

Iranian Speaker Hails Castro as 20th Century’s Unforgettable Figure

Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani offered condolences to his Cuban counterpart over the death of Fidel Castro, describing the Cuban revolutionary leader as an unforgettable figure in the political history of the 20th century.

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