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Zarif Meets Japanese, Libyan Counterparts in Yokohama

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has held talks with his Japanese counterpart Tarō Kōno and Libyan top diplomat Mohamed Taher Siala in the city of Yokohama.

‘No Rouhani-Trump Meeting in Sight Unless US Returns to JCPOA’

Iranian Foreign Minister Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says no meeting is conceivable between the presidents of Iran and the United States as long as Washington does not comply with the Iran nuclear deal.

Iran Upholds Jail Terms for Three Convicts Linked to UK, Israel

Iran’s Judiciary says the prison terms of three Iranian nationals linked to the Israeli spy service Mossad and the British Council have been upheld, and each of them will serve 10 years in prison.

IRGC General Slams FM Zarif’s Trip to France

A senior adviser to commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has chided Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif for an unexpected visit to France, where the G7 summit was underway, voicing concern that such visits may spell frustration.

No Development in Iran-US Ties Unless Sanctions Lifted: Rouhani

The Iranian president says there will be no development in Tehran-Washington relations unless the US lifts its sanctions on Iran as a "first step".

Iran, China Weigh Plans to Broaden Strategic Ties

The foreign ministers of Iran and China have emphasized the need to expand the strategic relations between Tehran and Beijing in various fields with an eye to a long-term road map.  

Iran President Introduces Two New Ministerial Picks to Parliament

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has introduced two new picks to the parliament for the ministries of education and cultural heritage, putting them to the vote of lawmakers.

Meeting with Trump Possible If Secures Iran’s Interests, Rouhani Hints

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has suggested that he would meet even his American counterpart Donald Trump if such talks would secure Iran's interests.

Israel’s Insane Operations Are Its Last Struggles: Gen. Soleimani

IRGC Quds Force Commander has downplayed the recent Israeli attacks on a number of positions in regional countries, saying the "insane operations" were Tel Aviv's last struggles.

Rouhani to ‘Discuss with Officials’ Results of Zarif’s G7 Talks

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says he will consult with “relevant officials” today on the results of Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif’s recent trip to Biarritz, France, and his talks with European members of the G7.

Iran Dismisses Fuss about FDD Blacklisting

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman has shrugged off the fuss that the US has raised over the blacklisting of the Foundation for Defence of Democracies (FDD), stressing that Tehran spares no effort to safeguard the interests of Iranians against the hostile parties.

FM Zarif Arrives in French City Hosting G7 Talks

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has arrived in the French city of Biarritz, where the leaders of seven industrial countries (G7) earlier discussed France’s proposal to save the Iran nuclear deal.

‘G7 Leaders Choose Macron to Pass on Messages to Iran’

G7 leaders have agreed that French President Emmanuel Macron should hold talks and pass on messages to Iran, a French presidential source said.

Iran Blacklists Foundation for Defence of Democracies

Iran's Foreign Ministry says it has added the Foundation for Defence of Democracies (FDD) and its director Mark Dubowitz to its list of sanctions over their role in endangering the Iranian people's security and vital interests.

Iran Says ‘Concerned’ about US’ Missile Test

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has expressed concern over the United States’ recent test of a medium-range missile, which came shortly after its withdrawal from the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty with Russia.

Iran President Raps US’ ‘Amateur’ Administration

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has hailed national unity as key to withstanding hardships amid US-imposed sanctions on the country.

Iran Says Ready to Expand Relations with Ukraine

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has congratulated Ukraine on its Independence Day, calling for further enhancement of mutual cooperation between Tehran and Kiev.

Negotiation Not Solution to Iran’s Problems: IRGC Chief

Commander-in-Chief of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says holding negotiation with world powers will not solve any of the problems Iran is facing.

Zarif Hails Macron’s Offers to Save Iran Nuclear Deal

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says French President Emmanuel Macron’s offers to save the Iran nuclear deal are in the right direction, but more work need to be done.

Iran FM to Visit China, Japan, Malaysia

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif will travel to China, Japan, and Malaysia in East Asia at the head of a delegation, said Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi.

Iran FM Says Had ‘Constructive’ Talks with Macron

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says his negotiations with French President Emmanuel Macron on ways to save the Iran nuclear deal were good and constructive.

Iran Unveils Homegrown Advanced Laser Cannons

Iran has come into possession of advanced laser cannons which are used to protect the country’s vital centers, a deputy defense minister said.

US Bans Will Never Cease Iran’s Progress: IRGC Chief

Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Commander Major General Hossein Salami highlighted the positive effect of US sanctions against Iran and said they have helped the Islamic Republic to reached its economic and political independence.

Zarif in Paris to Discuss Macron’s Offer ahead of G7 Summit

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has met with President Emmanuel Macron in Paris to discuss his offer to save the Iran nuclear deal, also known as JCPOA.

Trump Will Leave Office While Islamic Republic Still in Power: Rouhani

Iran’s president has downplayed the US administration’s efforts to defeat the Islamic Republic through its “maximum pressure” policy, saying Donald Trump and the Republican Party will soon lose their power while the Islamic Republic is still in power.

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