Foreign Policy

Former Iraqi President in Iran for Talks

Leader of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK) and former Iraqi president, Jalal Talabani, is in Iran’s capital Tehran on a friendly visit.

Iran Condemns Terror Attack in Egypt’s Sinai

Iran's foreign ministry has censured the terrorist attack carried out by ISIS in Egypt's northern Sinai, which led to the death and injury of several people.

US to Pay Dearly for Anti-Iran Measures: Larijani

Speaker of Iran’s Parliament Ali Larijani has denounced a recent anti-Iran decision by the US Senate, saying that Washington will pay a heavy price for such moves.

Riyadh Accepts Tehran’s Conditions for Hajj Pilgrims’ Security: Minister

Iran’s culture minister says Saudi Arabia has provided “written assurances” that it will meet all of Tehran’s conditions with regard to ensuring security for Iranian pilgrims in the upcoming Hajj ceremony.

‘US Had Plans to Pulverize Iran Passenger Plane in Air’

An Iranian admiral says the US warship that shot down the Iran Air Flight 655, killing all its 290 passengers and crew members back in 1988, intended to pulverize the airliner in the air.

Iran, Russia, Turkey Hold Trilateral Meeting in Astana

Representatives of Iran, Russia, and Turkey have held a trilateral meeting in the Kazakh capital of Astana to discuss the latest developments in Syria and ways to resolve the war-torn Arab country’s crisis.

Iran to Give Crushing Response to Aggressors: General Soleimani

Major General Qassem Soleimani, the Commander of the IRGC Quds Force, says any aggressor who crosses Iran’s red lines will receive its devastating response.

IRGC Promoting Peace in Middle East: Top Commander

Major General Mohammad Ali Jafari, the commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), says the military organization seeks to promote peace in the Middle East, but peace can’t be secured only through negotiation.

Iran Sympathizes with China over Deadly Floods, Landslides

Iranian foreign ministry spokesman has expressed sympathy with China over the heavy rains and landslides that have killed and wounded dozens of people.

‘Trumpism’ Cartoon Contest Held in Tehran

Iran is hosting an international cartoon exhibition titled “Trumpism”, where cartoons and caricatures of US President Donald Trump are put on display.

Iran, Russia Should Prevent US Interference in Syria: Official

Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Shamkhani stressed the need to prevent the US government from interfering in the internal affairs of Syria through enhanced coordination between Tehran and Moscow.

Iran Congratulates Venezuela on Independence Day

President of Iran congratulated Venezuela on the anniversary of the Latin American nation’s 1811 independence, saying Tehran eyes closer friendship and enhanced cooperation with Caracas.

Iran President Warns of Divisive Plots against Baghdad

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has warned of divisive plots against Iraq, saying Tehran backs unity, stability and integrity in its western neighbor.

Iran Leader’s Aide Blames US for Qatar Crisis

Major General Yahya Rahim Safavi, a top military aide to the Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution, says the recent diplomatic crisis between Saudi Arabia and Qatar is part of a plot hatched by the US.

Interaction, US Trick to Make Inroads into Iran: Official

The representative of Iran’s Leader at the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), Ali Saeedi, says the US is using interaction as a trick to infiltrate into the Islamic Republic.

Iranian Official Meets Russian, Turkish Diplomats in Astana

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Arab and African Affairs Hossein Jaberi Ansari, who heads the Iranian delegation to Astana Talks on Syria, has met with the heads of Russian and Turkish delegations.

Spokesman Blasts Canadian Court’s Anti-Iran Ruling

Iran’s foreign ministry has slammed a Canadian court’s decision to uphold a US court ruling against the Islamic Republic, calling it a breach of international law.

Iran Lodges Protest with France over MKO Gathering

Iran has lodged its official protest with the French government for allowing the terrorist Mojahedin-e-Khalq Organization (MKO or MEK) to hold its annual meeting in Paris.

UN Calls for Iran’s Help in Resolving Syrian Crisis

The UN special envoy on Syria in a meeting with Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Arab and African Affairs Hossein Jaberi Ansari has called for Tehran’s help in finding a solution to the crisis in Syria.

Two Iranian Organizations Shut Down in Tajikistan

The economic and cultural offices of the Iranian embassy in Tajikistan’s northern province of Sughd have been closed, according to local media reports.

Iran Welcomes Any Initiative for Ending Syria Crisis: FM

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the Islamic Republic of Iran is after a political solution to the war in Syria, and welcomes any initiative that can restore peace to the war-torn country.

Iran-Total Gas Deal to Facilitate Transfer of Technology: Rouhani

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says a multi-billion-dollar gas deal signed between Iran and French energy giant, Total, will facilitate the “transfer of technological, scientific and managerial experience” between Iran and France.

What Happened in MKO’s Annual Gathering in Paris

During the annual gathering of the terrorist Mujahedin-e Khalq Organization (MKO) in France’s capital, the participants made remarks against the Islamic Republic which amount to stark violations of the common and international laws.

Iran Strongly Condemns Damascus Terrorist Attack

Iran’s Foreign Ministry has strongly censured the Sunday terrorist blast in the Syrian capital of Damascus where a number of civilians were killed and wounded.

Iran FM, Iraq’s Ammar Hakim Meet in Tehran

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has held talks with Ammar Hakim, the Head of the Islamic Supreme Council of Iraq (ISCI), on the latest developments in the Arab country.

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