Foreign Policy

US Faces Growing Worldwide Wrath: Iranian Cleric

A top Iranian cleric pointed to the growing anti-US sentiments in the world, saying more and more regional countries begin to rise against the US hostile plots.

Iran Raps ‘Rare’ EU Clauses in Trade Deals

A top official in Tehran has accused European government of failing to take the required measures to facilitate trade agreements with Iran – what he says is already in violation of a nuclear agreement that was sealed with the country last summer and came into effect in January.

Comprehensive Int’l Resolve, Key to Fight against Terrorism: Zarif

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says comprehensive international determination is necessary to fight and uproot terrorism in the Middle East.

Iran’s Zarif to Hold Talks With Russia’s Lavrov on Syria in Moscow

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif will pay an official one-day visit to Russia for talks on the Syrian crisis.

EU, Finland Can Help Settlement of Syria Conflict: Iran Parliament Speaker

Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani says the European Union can play a significant role in the settlement of the Syrian crisis and the campaign against terrorism.

Diplomat: Iran Averted Dominance of ISIS in Syria

An Iranian deputy foreign minister highlighted the country’s effective assistance to Syria in the fight against terrorism, saying the Daesh (ISIL) terrorist group would have conquered the Arab country without Iran’s backing.

President: Capacities of Iran, Finland Should Be Tapped to Cement Bilateral Ties

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani called for efforts to promote bilateral cooperation between Tehran and Helsinki in all spheres through using the capacities of both countries.

Saudi Killing of Yemeni People Worst Kind of Terrorism: Leader

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei described terrorism as one of humanity’s painful calamities, and referred to mass killings, including the deadly attacks on Yemeni people by Saudi Arabia, as the “worst kind of terrorism”.

Presidents Discuss Iran-Finland Railroad Link

Presidents of Iran and Finland at a meeting in Tehran weighed plans for connecting the two countries via railroad.

EU Seeks Closer Ties With Iran after JCPOA: President Rouhani

President Hassan Rouhani says the European Union is willing to expand its relations with Iran, especially in the light of the circumstances that has ensued Tehran’s nuclear agreement with world powers.

Officials Stress Progress in Iran-France ties

An Iranian and a French parliamentarian have stressed the significance of further progress in the relations between Tehran and Paris.

Iran Ready to Support UN Peacekeeping Missions: Khoshrou

Iran says it is ready to help the United Nations peacekeeping missions by providing security forces and logistic support.

Western Coalition Not Sincere in Fight against Terrorism: Iran’s Leader

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei said the military coalition established by Western governments allegedly to combat terrorism is not real and does not seek to uproot the malicious phenomenon.

Global Resolve Crucial in Fight against Terrorism: Larijani

Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani says the campaign against terrorism requires international determination.

Iran Ready to Help Pakistan Fight Terrorist Groups: FM Spokesman

Iran has censured a terrorist attack on a police college in the Pakistani city of Quetta and expressed its readiness to help the country fight terrorist groups.

Iran, Bosnia-Herzegovina Agree on Counterterrorism Cooperation

Iranian and Bosnian presidents unveiled plans on Tuesday for mutual cooperation in the fight against terrorism and extremism.

Iran, Bosnia Sign Economic MoU

Iran and Bosnia and Herzegovina have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on the promotion of business cooperation and mutual investment.

Finnish, Bosnian Presidents in Iran for Talks

Presidents of Finland and Bosnia-Herzegovina arrived in Tehran on Tuesday morning for high-profile meetings that will focus on Tehran’s bilateral relations with the two European nations.

European Diplomats Meet Zarif in Tehran

Diplomats and politicians from Europe, including the European commissioner for humanitarian aid, held meetings with Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif in Tehran to discuss the bilateral and regional issues.

Iran President Says Any Foreign Intervention ‘Very Dangerous’

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the Islamic Republic pursues a very transparent stance in combating terrorism in the Middle East, warning of the “very dangerous” consequences of any act of foreign intervention in the internal affairs of other countries.

Iran’s Judiciary Chief Slams US Attempts to Save Terrorists in Region

Iranian Judiciary Chief Ayatollah Sadeq Amoli Larijani criticized the US for its support for terrorism in the region, including attempts to save Daesh (ISIL) terrorists in the Iraqi city of Mosul.

Iran’s Zarif, US’s Kerry Win Chatham House Prize 2016

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and US Secretary of State John Kerry have been voted as the winners of this year’s Chatham House Prize for their pivotal role in the conclusion of a nuclear agreement between Iran and the six world countries in 2015.

Iran Ready for Reciprocal Steps in Mending Ties with Canada

Iran’s Foreign Ministry voiced readiness to take reciprocal steps to repair diplomatic relations with Canada, whose previous government closed its embassy in Tehran and ordered the expulsion of Iranian diplomats from Ottawa in 2012.

Iran, EU to Hold Comprehensive Talks in December

Iran and the European Union will hold a comprehensive round of negotiations in Brussels in December, Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman announced Monday, saying the talks will include human rights issues, among other topics.

Political Dialogue Only Solution to Mideast Problems: Larijani

Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani has highlighted the significance of solving the current problems in the Middle East through political dialogue while avoiding any military approaches.

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