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Foreign firms should bring capital, technology to Iran: Nahavandian

The yardstick for the selection of foreign companies will be general policies of the resistance-based economy, said Nahavandian.

Israeli regime crimes shortening its life: Iran cleric

Israeli crimes committed in occupied Palestine will cut the life of the Zionist regime short, said Tehran Friday prayer leader Seddighi.

Ebtekar: I think President Rouhani knows how to play chess

Iran’s environment chief says she thinks President Rouhani can masterfully play chess because he is a strategy-minded individual.

Enemy infiltration major threat: Leader

Economic and security infiltration is not as important as intellectual, cultural and political infiltration, Ayatollah Khamenei said.

The Iran nuclear deal; why so many misconceptions?

Aftab-e Yazd daily has said in an opinion piece that Iran is not the only reason behind misunderstandings surrounding the Iran nuclear deal and the unprecedented confrontational attitude of the US Congress toward President Obama.

Leader appoints passive defense chief

Ayatollah Khamenei said it is incumbent on the three branches of government, especially the executive power, to support the Passive Defense Organization.

Iran to enforce peace plan for Syria after consultation with Russia: Deputy FM

Iran's political plan to settle the Syrian crisis will enter the operational phase after consultations with Russia, Hossein Amir Abdollahian said.

Iran views China as strategic partner: FM Zarif

Iran has always deemed China as a strategic partner and bilateral relations will improve following the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, Zarif told the Chinese premier.

President: No world power can decide for Iran

At a meeting with senior IRGC commanders, President Rouhani described Western sanctions imposed on the Islamic Republic as cruel.

IRGC has taken up permanent position in rugged heights: Commander

The commander also noted that the IRGC’s presence in those regions has strongly undermined terrorist groups’ morale.

Settlement of Parchin question can be a milestone in Iran-IAEA ties

An Iranian expert in international affairs has said that the confidentiality of the roadmap agreement between Iran and the IAEA does not mean that it is a strange deal.

Zarif urges anti-JCPOA group to respect int’l will

Some in the US and in the region, including the Zionist regime, build on tensions to pursue their interests, Zarif said.

Zarif hopes China plays constructive role in JCPOA implementation

As the implementation of the nuclear deal is around the corner, it is necessary to hold talks with China on how to use the new situation to boost joint economic activities, said Zarif.

Iran hopes ‘PMD’ resolved by end of 2015: Salehi

The IAEA chief will travel to Iran in a few days for a follow-up of the Vienna agreement, said Salehi.

Iran to order electronic ballot boxes for upcoming elections

A prototype of the electronic ballot box will be sent to the Guardian Council for approval, said Siamak Rahpeyk.

No plan to close Iran embassy in Yemen: Diplomat

Iran’s ambassador in Sana’a has home just for a few days for medical examinations, Amir-Abdollahian said.

Iran, Kazakhstan Discuss IAEA Fuel Bank Cited in JCPOA

Highlighting friendly ties between Tehran and Astana, Salehi and Shkolnik stressed the need for the expansion of relations in the energy field.

No talk of inviting Amano to attend Iran’s JCPOA review sessions: MP

Esmaeil Kowsari said that the invitation of Amano to parliament’s JCPOA Review Committee has not been raised.

Iran keen to expand ties with Latin America: President Rouhani

Brazilian investors can use the opportunity created by the nuclear deal between Iran and P5+1 to have a stronger presence in Iran, President Rouhani said.

Bahrain government should settle internal crisis rather than blame others

Afkham has suggested that the Bahraini government set aside security methods and solve its internal problems through national reconciliation.

Iranian, Brazilian top diplomats meet (PHOTOS)

Images of Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira meeting with his Iranian counterpart Mohammad Javad Zarif.

Iran’s Zarif: JCPOA victory of diplomacy over force

Grounds are prepared for boosting bilateral ties given commonalities between Iran and Brazil, Zarif said at a joint press conference with his Brazilian counterpart.

Iran slams continuation of Saudi military aggression against Yemen

An Iranian deputy foreign minister has said that Yemen will have no military winner, adding that military aggression defies constructive diplomacy and peace.

Iran, South Korea underline need for countering spread of terrorism

Seoul is keen on establishing closer relations and opening a new chapter in political, economic and cultural ties with Tehran, the South Korean deputy foreign minister said.

Iran reaffirms commitment to international campaign against terrorism

Iraq is one of the most influential Islamic countries that has to regain its status as soon as possible, Zarif said in a meeting with the Iraqi parliament speaker.

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