Foreign Policy

Tehran-Moscow Anti-Terror Cooperation ‘Positive’: Russian Envoy

Russia’s ambassador to Iran, Levan Dzhagaryan, said Moscow’s cooperation with Tehran against terrorist groups in Syria has a “positive perspective”.

Turkish President Erdogan Due in Iran: Spokesman

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman announced that Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan will pay an official visit to Iran as Tehran and Ankara have ramped up interaction and political talks recently for restoring regional stability despite their differences on Syria.

Russia’s Use of Iranian Airbase Is Over ‘For Now’: Iran

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi announced that Russia’s recent use of the Iranian airbase was made with prior notice, but it is over for now.

Iran’s FM Pledges Push to Facilitate Trade with Latin America

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif promised that the country’s diplomatic missions will help the Iranian state-run and private companies develop closer trade cooperation with the Latin American countries.

President of France’s National Assembly Due in Iran in Sept.

Claude Bartolone, the president of French National Assembly, is scheduled to pay a four-day visit to Tehran in early September to hold talks with senior Iranian officials.

Foreign Ministry to Allocate Budget to Release of Iranian Prisoners Abroad

Hassan Qashqavi, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister, highlighted the considerable increase in the country’s services given to the Iranians living abroad including those incarcerated.

Hegemonic Powers Not Opposed to Secular Islam: Leader

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei said that enemies of Muslim nations have no hostility towards a “secular” version of Islam, based on which religion has no role in socio-political affairs.

Iran Condemns Deadly Terrorist Attack in Turkey

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi slammed a recent deadly terrorist attack in Western Turkey which left at least 50 people dead and nearly 100 others wounded.

President Reiterates Iran’s Resolution to Side with Iraq against Terrorism

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani pledged the Islamic Republic’s continued support for neighboring Iraq against foreign-backed terrorists, saying that Tehran will stand by Baghdad “to the end”.

Iran FM Heads to Latin America for Six-Nation Tour

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has embarked on a six-nation tour of Latin America at the head of a high-ranking politico-economic delegation.

Economic Goals High on Agenda in Iranian FM’s Latin America Tour: Spokesman

Representatives of a large number of Iranian companies will accompany Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif in his upcoming tour of Latin America, signifying Tehran’s plans to boost non-oil exports, the Foreign Ministry’s spokesman said.

Iran, Iraq Agree on Closer Security Cooperation

Iran’s Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani unveiled plans for stronger cooperation with neighbouring Iraq in the fight against terrorism.

Iran Confirms Turkish FM’s Surprise Visit to Tehran

Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi announced that Turkey’s Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu has paid a short unscheduled visit to Tehran on Thursday, August 18.

Iranian Spokesman: Good Ties with Neighbors Tehran’s Top Priority

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi reiterated the country’s unwavering policy to establish friendly relations with neighboring countries.

Tehran Dismisses Report on Deployment of Russia’s S-400 to Iranian Base

A senior Iranian Member of Parliament categorically rejected an Israeli media report about Russia’s deployment of its advanced S-400 missile defence system to an airbase in Hamadan, saying that Nojeh base is not put at Russia’s disposal.

Iran Denies Reports on Arrest of European Diplomats

An informed source at the Iranian Foreign Ministry dismissed reports on detention of two European diplomats by police forces in a western province of the country.

Iran, Egypt Can Help Reduce Regional Tensions: Official

A special aide to Iran’s parliament speaker said Tehran and Cairo could help reduce tensions in the region by boosting their mutual cooperation.

US Has Given another $1.3 Billion of Iran’s Money: Report

US payment of $400 million of Iranian money which sparked outcry among American politicians has been followed by another transfer of $1.3 billion, media reports say.

Zarif to Start Tour of Latin American Countries in Coming Days

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif is going to visit six Latin American countries in his first official visit to South America later this week, a deputy foreign minister announced.

Attaché Meets Iranian Nationals Arrested in Kuwait

An attaché working at Iran’s embassy in Kuwait has met with the fellow countrymen that the Arab country has recently arrested on charges of trying to cross the border illegally, Foreign Ministry spokesman confirmed.

Iranian President Congratulates Indonesia on National Day

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani offered his congratulations to the Indonesian people and government over the Southeast Asian country’s Independence Day.

Iran Hasn’t Put Its Airbase at Russia’s Disposal: Parliament Speaker

Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani on Wednesday dismissed the media reports about Russia’s use of an Iranian airbase to attack ISIS positions in Syria.

Purposes behind Putin Representative’s Visit to Iran

Mikhail Bogdanov, the Russian President’s special envoy to the Middle East, recently paid a visit to Tehran and met the country’s top diplomats. Hassan Beheshtipour, an Iranian expert in Russian affairs, has highlighted the main purposes behind the visit amid the ongoing regional developments.

Saudis Know No Limit in Slaughtering Yemenis: Iran

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Bahram Qassemi says Saudi Arabia knows no limit in killing Yemeni children, women and the injured.

Diplomat Highlights Iran-Turkey Coordination on Syria

An Iranian deputy foreign minister unveiled plans for closer interaction between Tehran and Ankara in finding a way out of crisis in Syria, saying a consensus among key regional players on the basics of a solution to the crisis will pave the way for the subsequent practical steps.

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