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Iranian nuclear chief arrives in Japan for nuclear safety talks

During the visit, Salehi is scheduled to hold talks with Japanese nuclear scientists and officials.

Leader says US major part of regional problems, not solution

The Supreme Leader has said that Iran’s foreign policy is predicated upon long-term interests, principles and values of the country and will not change with administrations holding different political views.

Iran not to implement JCPOA until sanctions repealed: MPs

In a letter to President Rouhani, 213 MPs said no practical measure should be taken with regard to the implementation of JCPOA before the lifting of US and EU sanctions.

Hardliners at home have dealt a blow to the country

A former parliament speaker has said that those who claim that the nuclear team has not respected the red lines set by the Supreme Leader are talking nonsense.

Rouhani offers condolences to Putin over plane crash

In a message to Putin on Saturday, President Rouhani expressed his sympathy with the Russian government and nation as well as the bereaved families of the victims.

Iran’s armed forces ready to respond to any aggression: Defense Minister

The defense minister has said that Iran is ready to give the aggressors a lesson they would never forget.

Former negotiator reacts to France’s nuclear charges

A former Iranian diplomat has said that Iran’s nuclear program is not diverted to non-peaceful uses, dismissing France’s charges that Iran threatens global security.

Vienna talks on JCPOA progressive: Zarif

Iran has held discussions with P5+1 on the sidelines of a Vienna Syria conference over the acceleration of the implementation of JCPOA, Zarif said.

Iran’s Foreign Ministry appoints new spokesperson

Iran's Foreign Ministry has appointed Sadegh Hossein Jaberi Ansari as a replacement for Spokeswoman Marzieh Afkham.

Spokeswoman: Zarif will attend Syria talks in Vienna

Iran has said that Foreign Minister Zarif will go to Vienna for the talks on the future of Syria.

Iran hopes JCPOA implementation completes faultlessly: Velayati

Velayati has expressed hope that like Iran, the other parties will properly and completely implement the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action.

Iran calls on US to stop nurturing terrorists in Syria

US financial and military support for the so-called moderate terrorists has caused numerous problems and complicated conditions in the region, Afkham said.

Iran will reveal its modern missile bases in due time

The IRGC’s second-in-command has said that Iran will show its modern missile bases to the world at an appropriate time.

Iran condoles with Afghanistan, Pakistan, India over quake deaths

Iran is ready to provide humanitarian and relief assistance for the quake-stricken areas, Afkham said.

Iran arrests perpetrators of terrorist attack in Khuzestan

At least two people were killed and two others sustained injuries after masked assailants opened fire on a group of mourners in Safiabad.

Iran, Brazil firm to boost economic relations

Brazil has always been among the priorities of Iran’s foreign policy, Zarif said at a meeting with the Brazilian minister of development, industry and trade.

Iran condemns terrorist attacks on Nigeria mosques

Iran is ready to exchange experience with Nigeria on the fight against terrorism, Afkham said.

Millions of Iranian mourners mark Ashura nationwhide

With heavy hearts, the faithful have come out in their millions across Iran as well as elsewhere in the world to commemorate the anniversary of the martyrdom of Imam Hussein, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad and third Shia Imam.

Moscow played positive role in Iran nuclear talks: Larijani

Iran’s Parliament (Majlis) speaker has praised Moscow’s positive role during the nuclear talks with six world powers that culminated in an agreement over Tehran’s nuclear energy program, expressing hope that bilateral ties between the two countries would further develop.

Iran-Russia relations help in stabilizing region: Iran defense minister

The Iranian defense chief has said that the current conditions require Iran and Russia to develop their cooperation in the political, economic and defense spheres.

Leader’s stance crucial for implementation of JCPOA: Araghchi

A senior Foreign Ministry official has said that any further economic sanctions or failure to remove the existing sanctions by the US Congress will be in violation of JCPOA.

Continued sanctions breach of JCPOA: Leader

The Supreme Leader has said that the US has adopted a hostile and disruptive approach toward Iran’s nuclear program, and is unlikely to change tack in the future.

Canadian election outcome indicates demand to avoid extremism

The Canadian people want their government to refrain from radical policies, Afkham said in reaction to the outcome of general elections in Canada.

Efforts of two top diplomats praised on the same day

A bust of Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif was unveiled in a ceremony in Tehran in praise of his efforts on the diplomatic front.

Destructive Saudi policies lead nowhere: Iranian diplomat

Saudi Arabia is unfortunately the only country that is still looking at regional developments through a win-lose lens and is insisting on the removal of others, Afkham said.

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