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Talks with US Possible If It Delivers on Commitments: Iran

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has suggested that Tehran may sit for talks with the United States in case the Trump administration returns to the Iran nuclear deal and fulfil its commitments.

Will Russia Remain Neutral in Case of Iran-US War?

Recent stances held by Russia have made observers in Iran worried that Moscow may take a neutral stance in case a military confrontation breaks out between Tehran and Washington amid heightened tensions in the region.

Iran Sees No Prospect for Talks with US ‘for Now’

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi says the Islamic Republic is currently not engaged in any talks with the US administration, and does not see any prospect for such talks for now.

Nukes Banned by Iran Leader Long Ago, Zarif Tells Trump

Iran's foreign minister has downplayed US President Donald Trump's “concern” about Iran’s development of atomic weapons, saying Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei banned the use of nukes long ago.

Japan, EU Best Mediators between Iran, US: Ex-Official

A former Iranian official says Japan and the European Union can be the best intermediaries between Iran and the United States.

While in Oman, Iranian Diplomat Rejects Talks with US

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs has rejected any direct or indirect talks with the US amid heightened tension between the two sides.

Iran Says No Direct, Indirect Talks with US Underway

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has categorically rejected the reports that quoted a Kuwaiti official as saying Iran and the US have started their negotiations.

Zarif-Feinstein Meeting Aimed at Warding Off B-Team: Iran

Iran says the meeting between Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and US Democrat Senator Dianne Feinstein during the former’s latest visit to New York was aimed at deterring the hawks in the Trump administration from influencing the US public opinion.

Claims to Justify US Military Buildup Dangerous for Int’l Peace: Iran

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has rejected the allegations raised by the US to justify its decision to step up the American military buildup in the Middle East, saying such claims are highly dangerous for the international peace and security.

Talks with ‘Sinister Lunatic’ Amounts to Relentless War: Iran

The secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council says holding talks with a “sinister lunatic” amounts to a “relentless war.”

Iran to See End of Trump, Not Vice Versa: Zarif

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Iran will see the end of US President Donald Trump, but he'll never see the end of Iran.

Iran, Pakistan Urge Closer Cooperation against Terrorism

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, who is on an official visit to Islamabad, has held talks with top Pakistani officials on expansion of reciprocal ties in the fields of border security, fight against terror, and linking the two sides' strategic ports together.

‘Trump’s Insults Reveal His Endless Animosity towards Iranians’

Iran’s Ambassador to the UN Majid Takht-Ravanchi has dismissed the latest anti-Iran remarks by the US president as paradoxical and said the claims reveal the endless animosity that Donald Trump has towards Iran and the its great nation.

Iran Not to Stop Fighting for Its Independence Even If Bombed

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says Iran won't stop fighting for its independence and dignity even if the country is bombarded.

Iran Says No Negotiation with US Unless It’s Treated Fairly

The spokesman for Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) says the Islamic Republic won’t sit down for any negotiations unless it receives a fair treatment from the other side.

Iranians Ready to Negotiate, but Not under Pressure: Omani FM

Oman’s Foreign Minister Yusuf Bin Alawi says he learned from his recent visit to Tehran that the Islamic Republic is open to talks with the US but not under pressure.

US ‘Sets Condition’ for Release of Iranian Scientist after 8 Months

The brother of distinguished Iranian stem cell scientist Masoud Soleimani, who is in US custody, has expounded on the circumstances surrounding his arrest.

Iran Says Will Never Bow to Bullies

Iranian president says pressure may cause difficult conditions, but the Iranian nation does not bow to the bullies.

Iran Dismisses Canada’s ‘Surprising’ Accusations

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi says the "surprising" allegations levelled against Iran in a recent statement by the Canadian Department of Global Affairs were stimulated by the country's election campaigns.

Iran Says Not to Negotiate with Trump Unless US Shows Respect

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Iran will not negotiate with US President Donald Trump unless Washington shows Tehran "respect" by honouring its commitments under the 2015 nuclear deal.

Baghdad Green Zone Blast Handiwork of US: Sources

Iraqi sources say the recent Katyusha rocket blast in the Green Zone of the capital, Baghdad, was the handiwork of Washington itself.

US Seeks Dialogue with Iran ‘If They Are Ready’: Trump

US President Donald Trump says he is willing to engage in negotiations with Iran “if they are ready” amid Washington’s unilateral pressure against Tehran.

Zarif to Trump: Try Respect, It Works!

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has advised US President Donald Trump to try respecting the Iranian nation instead of constantly threatening them.

Trump’s Policy Towards Iran Dangerous: German Analyst

A senior German analyst has warned about the dangerous co sequences of the US President's policy towards Iran.

Iran Not After War, But Not Afraid of It: IRGC Chief

Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says Iran is not seeking war, but is not scared of war, either.

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