Foreign Policy

Tehran, Montevideo deny report on Iran diplomat expulsion

Iran and Uruguay have dismissed a report by Israeli media about the expulsion of an Iranian diplomat from Uruguay over his alleged involvement in a fake bomb incident.

Zarif meets with British counterpart, Lebanese PM

Zarif and Hammond discussed the latest developments in the Iran nuclear negotiations process as well as the state of bilateral ties.

In national security matters, please don’t make noise!

The official news agency rallies behind the moderate approach of the president and his diplomats in interaction with the rest of the world.

Iran’s Velayati submits Rouhani’s message to Russian president

President Rouhani's special envoy has handed over his message to President Putin, and discussed Iran’s status at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization with Russian officials.

Terrorist groups have nothing to do with Islam: Iran president

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani has underlined the necessity of concerted efforts by the international community to combat extremism, adding that terrorists have nothing to do with Islam.

Rouhani says Iran, Portugal could link Europe, Middle East

Tehran and Lisbon could cooperate not only in issues of mutual interest but can act as a bridge between Europe and the Middle East, said the Portuguese foreign minister.

Dialog must solve regional problems: Rouhani

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani has warned that tensions among neighboring countries will be detrimental to regional stability and security.

Iran commiserates with Saudis on king’s passing

Iran has extended condolences to the Saudi government and nation on the passing of the country's King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.

Iran FM Zarif meets with senior Afghanistan officials

President Ashraf Ghani has told Mohammad Javad Zarif that Afghanistan and Iran, which share common interests, should cooperate to fully tap into their potential.

Zarif heads to Afghanistan

Iranian Foreign Minister leaves for Kabul for talks with senior Afghan officials.

Iran slams Zionist airstrikes in Golan Heights

The son of Hezbollah's slain top military commander, Imad Mughniyeh, was among the Lebanese resistance movement fighters who were martyred in the Israeli attack.

Iran FM cancelled Saudi visit over Faisal’s Syria remarks: Diplomat

Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif cancelled his planned visit to Saudi Arabia after his Saudi counterpart expressed baseless allegations against the Islamic Republic with regard to Syria, a top Iranian diplomat says.

Iran’s Zarif, France’s Fabius set to meet in Paris

The Iranian foreign minister is to meet his German counterpart on Thursday (January 15) and the French top diplomat on Friday (January 16).

Iran condemns terror attack in Pakistan

Such acts of terror clearly play into the hands of the enemies of Pakistan and the Islamic community, said Afkham.

Iran FM rejects Der Spiegel claims as ‘ridiculous’

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has rejected as “ridiculous” a report by the website of Germany’s Der Spiegel weekly claiming that Tehran is helping Syria build nuclear weapons.

Double standards in fight against terror must end

Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has said that the world needs a comprehensive response based on global consensus to end double-standard policies on terrorism.

Aligned OPEC members can stabilize oil prices: Iran

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says collective efforts by OPEC member states can help stabilize global crude prices at a desirable level in 2015.

Iran ready to annul visa requirements with neighbors

Iran is prepared to waive visa requirements or facilitate the process of issuing visas for all countries, especially the neighbors, if they take similar action, said the deputy foreign minister.

Iran has condemned terrorist attack in France

The Foreign Ministry spokeswomen condemned a deadly terrorist attack in the French capital and said acts of terrorism targeting innocent individuals run counter to the teachings of the Muslim faith.

Iran’s FM, Afghanistan’s National Security Adviser Meet in Tehran

The outcome of popular votes led to the formation of the national unity government in Afghanistan and Iran supports what is based on the will and desire of the Afghan people, said Zarif.

Tokyo’s banking channels at Tehran’s disposal

Seyyed Abbas Araghchi, a deputy Iranian foreign minister, talks about Tehran-Tokyo ties in the wake of the Geneva interim deal.

Iran decries deadly bombing in Yemen

Iran has slammed the deadly terrorist attack in central Yemen, stressing the need for cooperation among Yemen's political and social parties in implementing the UN-brokered peace deal.

Reopening of US, Iran embassies not on talks agenda: Afkham

Iran’s Foreign Ministry says reopening of embassies in Tehran and Washington is not on the agenda of talks between Iran and the US.

Iran voices readiness to develop relations with China

It’s necessary for the relevant sectors in Iran and China to take steps toward implementation of the agreements signed by the Iranian and Chinese presidents in Shanghai, said Zarif.

Iran, Belarus set to boost economic ties amid West bans: VP

Tehran and Minsk enjoy growing relations in the political and economic sectors, but both sides must take more serious steps to further strengthen their economic ties, said Jahangiri.

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