Foreign Policy

Iran FM Congratulates World Muslims on Eid al-Fitr

Iranian foreign minister has offered congratulations to all Muslim people across the world on Eid al-Fitr, expressing the wish that Islamic countries use the opportunity to promote peace and unity.

‘Saudis Fabricate Mecca Blast Story to Deflect Attentions’

A senior Iranian lawmaker says the reports on a foiled attack on Mecca’s Grand Mosque were fabricated by Saudi Arabia to deflect the world’s attention away from the political turmoil in the kingdom.

Iran Attacks on ISIS Revenge for Jordanian Pilot’s Burning Alive

A senior Iranian commander says the IRGC’s recent missile strikes on ISIS positions in Syria were carried out not only in retaliation for Tehran attacks, but also to take revenge for the brutal burning alive of Jordanian pilot killed by ISIS in 2015.

Iranian FM Meets Finnish, Uruguayan Envoys

Iranian foreign minister held separate meetings with the outgoing Finnish ambassador and the incoming Uruguayan envoy to Tehran.

Iran FM to Depart for Germany, Italy on Monday

Iranian foreign minister will leave Tehran for Europe on Monday to pay official visits to Germany and Italy, Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi announced.

Iran Sympathizes with Pakistan over Deadly Fire

Iranian foreign ministry spokesman has offered condolences to Pakistan over a huge tanker fire that has killed and wounded hundreds of people.

Iran’s Aid to Qatar of Humanitarian Nature: Envoy

Iran’s ambassador to Kuwait says the aid dispatched by Tehran to Doha amid the country’s row with Saudi Arabia and other Arab states is totally humanitarian.

“Tehran, Riyadh Not Decided Yet to Open Interest Sections”

A top Iranian official says Iran and Saudi Arabia have not yet made any decision to open interest sections in the two countries.

Iran MPs to Question Minister over Import of Saudi Goods

An Iranian MP says the country’s Minister of Industry will be summoned to answer lawmakers’ questions on alleged import of goods from Saudi Arabia.

Bin Salman’s Moves Similar to Those of Saddam: IRGC General

A top Iranian official says the moves made by the new Saudi crown prince are similar to those of the former Iraqi strongman Saddam Hussein prior to attacking Iran in the 1980s.

“Iran Deal Survival Hinges on West’s Change of Course”

Iran's nuclear chief has urged the West to change its course in the Middle East in order to save the nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers.

Iran Strongly Condemns Terrorist Attempt on Mecca’s Grand Mosque

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi strongly denounced the failed attempt to launch a terrorist attack on the Grand Mosque of Mecca, Saudi Arabia.

Pakistan Attacks Show Link between Terrorism, Zionism: Iran

Iranian foreign ministry spokesman has strongly condemned the Friday blasts in Pakistan, and said the coincidence of such deadly attacks with the International Quds Day is a sign of the link between terrorism and Zionism.

Tel Aviv Mother of Terrorism: Iran’s Parliament Speaker

Speaker of Iran’s Parliament Ali Larijani has called Israel the mother of terrorism, saying the Zionists’ heinous crimes are unprecedented throughout history.

Int’l Quds Day Chance to Fight Global Arrogance: IRGC

Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has issued a statement on the occasion of the International Quds Day, saying the annual Quds Day is an opportunity for the human community to fight against arrogant powers.

Iran Condemns Deadly Blast in Afghanistan

Iran’s foreign ministry has strongly condemned the recent terrorist attack in Afghanistan’s Helmand province, which killed and wounded dozens of people.

Iraq Disintegration Serves Israel’s Interests: Iran’s Larijani

Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani has warned about bids to break up Iraq, saying the Arab country’s partitioning serves the interests of Israel.

Defending Palestine Is Defending Truth: Iran’s Leader

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says defending the nation of Palestine is tantamount to defending the truth, not simply defending an oppressed nation that has been driven out of its home.

Iran Urges Saudi Arabia to Free Arrested Fishermen

Iran’s Interior Ministry has urged Riyadh to release the arrested Iranian fishermen immediately.

Israel Dividing Muslims to Achieve Its Goals: Iran

Iran’s Foreign Ministry says the Israeli regime draws on internal divisions in the Muslim World to press ahead with its crimes in the occupied Palestinian territories and beyond.

Iran Sends Three Messages by Firing Six Missiles: Analyst

With launching missile strikes on ISIS positions in Syria, Iran has sent a strong message to the world that if London, Paris, Ankara and other major capitals are targeted by ISIS and nothing is made in retaliation, the story is different with Tehran.

Iran’s Missile Strikes on ISIS, Strong Warning to US: Syrian Minister

The IRGC’s recent missile attacks on ISIS positions in Syria have made it clear to the US government that it must think twice before launching any attack on the Islamic Republic or mounting any campaign to isolate the country, a Syrian minister says.

Mideast Terror Attacks Part of Israel’s Agenda: Iran

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has described the terrorist operations across the Middle East as part of Israel’s agenda, warning that anti-terror campaigns in the region should not divert attentions from the Palestinian crisis.

Iran Strongly Denounces London Mosque Attack

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi strongly condemned a recent deadly attack in London in which a van plowed into Muslim worshippers outside a mosque, killing one person and injuring eleven others.

Iran Leader to Iraqi PM: Don’t Trust US

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has warned against placing trust in the United States, saying Washington is against Iraq’s independence and unity.

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