Foreign Policy

Foreign Delegations Must Respect Iran’s Laws in Their Visits

An Iranian lawmaker criticised the anti-Iran statements made after a Swedish delegation’s official visit to Iran, stating that foreigners should act based on Iranian regulations if they have chosen to visit the country.

Iran Reliable Trade Partner for Europe: FM Zarif

Iran says it will always be a reliable trading partner for all European countries, specifically Germany.

World Moving towards Confrontation with Zionists: Iran’s Leader

Leader of Iran's Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei referred to the gradual decline of the Zionist regime of Israel, stressing that the world is moving towards an all-out confrontation with Tel Aviv.

Over 50 Countries to Take Part in Int’l Conference on Palestine in Iran

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi announced that high-ranking officials and representatives of more than 50 countries plan to attend an upcoming international conference in support of Palestine in Tehran.

Issue of Palestine, Main Preoccupation of Muslim World: Iranian MP

An Iranian MP referred to the issue of Palestine as the Muslim world’s main preoccupation, calling for efforts to prevent it from being consigned to oblivion.

FM Zarif Tells BBC Iran’s Missiles Serve Self-Defence Purposes

Amid ongoing US and Israeli attempts to portray Iran as an “aggressive” party, Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif reaffirms that the Islamic Republic’s missiles are a mere means of defending the nation against enemy threats.

Iran Slams Ontario Court’s ‘Unacceptable’ Ruling

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi rejected a Canadian court’s ruling ordering Tehran to pay the legal costs of victims of what it has alleged to be “Iranian-sponsored terrorist attacks”.

Spokesman Rejects Turkish FM’s ‘Unconstructive’ Claims against Iran

Iran’s Foreign Ministry has dismissed as unconstructive Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu's recent anti-Iran claims, saying Turkey and certain other "delusional" countries are responsible for instability and insecurity in the Middle East.

Iranian FM Offers Dialogue with Arabs on ‘Anxieties’, Violence

Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has proposed the formation of a forum with the participation of Persian Gulf Arab states in order to build a common goal toward overcoming problems.

Important Documents to Be Signed in Iran President’s Russia Visit

During the Iranian president’s late March visit to Russia, important documents are planned to be signed between the two sides, Iranian ambassador to Moscow said.

Talks between Iran, GCC to Benefit Whole Region: MP

An Iranian lawmaker maintains that negotiations between Iran and the [Persian] Gulf Cooperation Council ([P]GCC) will be in the interest of the entire region and reduce US presence in the Middle East.

Iranian FM Calls for UN’s More Active Role in Resolving World Crises

Iran dismissed a draft resolution against human rights status in the country, presented to the UN Human Rights Council, as “unfair and far from reality”, criticizing the West for turning a blind eye to the war crimes by states that do not have even a parliament.

Kuwait Not Interested in Following Saudi Policies on Iran: MP

A senior Iranian lawmaker says Kuwait is not keen to continue following up Saudi Arabia’s hostile policies towards Iran.

Iranian Diplomat Hails ‘More Peaceful Atmosphere’ in Syria Talks in Astana

Head of Iran’s diplomatic team in the latest round of negotiations between the Syrian government and the rebel groups in the Kazakh city of Astana hailed a “calmer and more conciliatory” atmosphere in the peace talks than the previous round.

Israel Only Mideast Regime Possessing Nukes: Iranian FM

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif rejected the recent allegations against Tehran’s peaceful nuclear program by the Israeli regime as “fake news”, saying that Tel Aviv is the only regime in the Middle East region that possesses nuclear arsenals.

Iran’s FM Not to Meet US Secretary of State in Munich

Iranian Foreign Ministry announced that Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif will not hold any meeting with his US counterpart on the sidelines of the ongoing Munich Security Conference.

Iran’s FM Says US Troops in Syria Will Fan Flames of War in Mideast

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says any bid by the US to dispatch ground troops to Syria to allegedly fight Daesh Takfiri terrorists in the country would fan the flames of extremism in the Middle East and adversely impact the security of the whole world.

Iran Strongly Denounces Deadly Terrorist Attack in Pakistan

The Iranian Foreign Ministry condemned a terrorist attack in neighboring Pakistan, which killed 76 people and injured many others, describing it as a “brutal and savage” act.

Iranian FM Holds High-Profile Meetings in Munich

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif met a number of his foreign counterparts and top officials on the sidelines of the 53rd edition of the Munich Security Conference (MSC) in Germany.

US President Accuses Iran of Seeking to Develop Nukes

US President Donald Trump has once again accused Iran of seeking to develop nuclear weapons, arguing that he would prevent Tehran from ever gaining nukes.

Iran Should Resume Ties with Saudis for Hajj Pilgrimage

While being opposed to Saudi Arabia’s regional policies, Iran has to resume its relations with this country so that Iranians can attend Hajj, the annual pilgrimage of Muslim people, an Iranian MP said.

Common Enemies of Islam, Arab World Hatching Plots against Iran: President

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the common enemies of Islam and the regional Arab countries have been propagating Iranophobia while Tehran’s power has always served peace.

Nuclear Deal Prevents Trump from Increasing Pressure on Iran

The 2015 Iran nuclear deal has significantly weakened the hand of new hawkish US President Donald Trump in pushing its anti-Iran policies, a nuclear negotiator said.

Spokesman Condemns Washington’s Meddling in Iran’s Domestic Affairs

Tehran has strongly condemned as "spiteful" a recent statement by Washington on the 2009 post-election unrest in Iran.

Iranian FM to Take Part in Munich Security Conference

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif will attend the 53rd security conference in German city of Munich.

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