Politics

Germany shares security concerns with Iran

Niels Annen, the spokesman of Germany’s SPD, says Berlin disapproves of a go-it-alone mentality and wants to see Iran’s nuclear case settled.

Interests of the establishment are all that matters to the Expediency Council

The chairman of the Expediency Council says the decisions of the council are meant to serve the interests of the country.

War combatants have not been seen: War veteran

The unsung heroes of the Sacred Defense reminisce about the days when a national sentiment of selflessness was popular.

Iran entitled to issue, deny visas to IAEA staff

Iran’s IAEA ambassador says it is the Islamic Republic’s sovereign right to issue visas or deny entry to the IAEA employees.

Zarif, Ashton to hold nuclear talks in Vienna next week

An EU official says Iran's Foreign Minister Zarif and EU foreign policy chief Ashton are to hold nuclear talks in Vienna next week.

IRGC foils terrorist attack on border checkpoint

Iran's revolution guards repel an attack by armed terrorists on a checkpoint on the border with Pakistan.

US, West hindering agreement on Iran’s nuclear issue: Zarif

The Iranian top nuclear negotiator says the US is holding up a nuclear deal with Iran as a result of pressure by Israel.

Over 130 Takfiri Elements Arrested in Iran

Operations by Iran’s intelligence forces resulted in the arrest of over 130 ISIL operatives who had planned on detonating bombs in two provincial centers.

Iran, P5+1 agree on principle issues: Rouhani

As for general questions, there is consensus between Iran and P5+1, yet details are yet to be agreed over.

Iranian, Afghan Presidents Underscore Closer Friendly Ties

The presidents of Iran and Afghanistan call for regional cooperation to take on terrorism and extremism.

Zarif: West’s excessive demands an obstacle to reach agreement

Iran top diplomat describes the West's excessive demands as a stumbling block to clinching a final nuclear deal.

US-Europe restrictions only lead to more nuclear progress in Iran: Zarif

The Iranian foreign minister says the restrictions Western countries bring to bear will only help drive Iran's nuclear capability.

Iran’s Foreign Ministry, EU Foreign Policy Council Hold Meeting in Tehran

Foreign policy experts from Iran and the EU hold a meeting in Tehran to discuss bilateral issues and global developments.

Iran, P5+1 need non-stop talks for nuclear deal: Russia

A senior Russian diplomat says Iran and the six major world powers need “non-stop talks” to reach a final agreement on Tehran’s nuclear energy program before the November 24 deadline.

Some 2,000 medics can serve their military service in the healthcare sector

The Health Minister says medical students are allowed to do their military service in the healthcare sector.

Interaction with the world is not a diplomatic compliment

Iran’s ambassador to Switzerland says President Rouhani’s call for interaction with the world is genuine.

IAEA inspectors to arrive in Tehran; US Congress concerned about a nuclear deal with Iran

The US congressmen have raised concern about a possible nuclear deal with Iran as IAEA inspectors are to arrive in Iran shortly.

Iranian artists set a Twitter campaign in motion, appealing for a nuclear deal

“No2nodeal” is the campaign by top movie directors, pleading for a nuclear deal saying, “There is no deal that is worse than no deal”.

Top cleric blasts Cameron anti-Iran remarks

Iran's top cleric has rejected as “sheer lies” recent anti-Iran remarks by British Prime Minister David Cameron at the UN General Assembly

Foreign Ministry praised Iranian filmmakers for their support for nuclear talks

The Internet campaign launched by six Iranian filmmakers to support the nuclear talks has been appreciated by Iran’s Foreign Ministry.

Envoy describes Iran as Germany’s major trade partner

The German ambassador to Tehran has stressed that his country deems cooperation with Iran as very significant.

Iran proven readiness to build trust on nuclear program

The Expediency Council chairman says Iran has repeatedly showed its readiness to build confidence over its peaceful nuclear activities.

Iran armed forces among most powerful in ME: Larijani

Iran's Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani says the country’s armed forces are currently among the most powerful military forces in the Middle East region.

Hardliners poisoned the atmosphere of talks

Ayatollah Rafsanjani says radicals on both sides sullied the atmosphere of the talks ahead of the most recent round of negotiations.

Talks won’t result in serious easing of sanctions: Iranian expert

A principlist expert says talks with the US and P5+1 won't result in the outcome Iran favors.

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