Americas
Read the latest news from Americas covered by Iranian media.
FM Zarif Urges Removal of Banking Problems in Iran-Brazil Ties
Iran’s Foreign Minister says the lack of banking relations between Tehran and Brasilia is one of the major obstacles to the development of mutual ties, stressing that a solution must be found for the problem.
Iran FM Rejects Trump’s Comments on Syria Chemical Attack
Foreign minister of Iran slammed the US president’s remarks on Tehran’s possible role in a recent chemical attack in Syria as a “pretext” for meddling in the Arab country and making up for the successive defeats that US- and Israeli-backed terrorists have suffered in Syria.
Iran FM Wraps Up Senegal Visit, Arrives in Brazil
Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has held talks with Senegalese President and Parliament Speaker in Dakar before leaving the West African country for Brasília.
“EU’s Talks with US over Iran Deal Strategic Mistake”
The EU has made a big mistake by entering into talks with the US over the Iran nuclear deal, instead of holding its ground and announcing it will never accept US calls for renegotiation of the pact.
Iran Sympathizes with Canada over Deadly Bus Crash
Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has expressed regret over the fatal crash of a bus involving Canadian junior hockey team.
Iran FM to Start Tour of Africa, Latin America Sunday
Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif on Sunday will begin his visits to several African and South American countries at the head of a politico-economic delegation.
Top Iranian, Venezuelan Diplomats Discuss Closer Economic Ties
Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and his Venezuelan counterpart Jorge Arreaza have exchanged views on ways to improve economic collaboration between Tehran and Caracas.
FM Zarif to Discuss Future of Iran Nuclear Deal in New York
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif will attend a meeting of the New York-based Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) in coming weeks to talk about the future of the Iran nuclear deal as well as the relations between Tehran and Washington.
Angry at YouTube’s Unfair Policies, Iranian Vegan Wounds 3, Kills Herself
An Iranian-American woman named Nasim Aghdam, a vegan and animal rights activist with lots of followers on Instagram, has been identified as the person who opened fire on the YouTube headquarters in California, perhaps in protest at being censored by the video-sharing company.
Iran Blasts US for Non-Compliance with NPT
Iran’s ambassador to the United Nations slammed the US government for the lack of commitment to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT).
“John Bolton, A Cat in Guise of A Leopard”
An Iranian political analyst and journalist has described the new US National Security Advisor John Bolton as a cat in the guise of a leopard.
Designation of John Bolton Disgrace for US: Iran
A top Iranian official has decried the designation of John Bolton as the White House’s national security advisor, describing him as a person paid by the MKO terrorist group.
“Iran Must Develop Ties with Russia, China to Counter US Hardliners”
A senior Iranian lawmaker says the Islamic Republic should strengthen relations with Russia and China to counter tougher US policies expected after President Donald Trump's appointment of John Bolton as national security adviser.
Iran Condemns New US Sanctions as ‘Provocative, Illegal’
Iran’s Foreign Ministry has condemned the latest sanctions imposed by the US government on a number of Iranian nationals over false accusations.
“Iran Needs Closer Alignment with Europe for Countering Trump Animosity”
A prominent political analyst has urged the Iranian government to expend efforts to draw closer to big powers, particularly Europeans, in the face of a US government he said is turning to be “the most anti-Iran” one in decades.
“Tillerson Instrumental in Preventing US from Pulling out of JCPOA”
A former Iranian diplomat says sacked US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson played a key role in keeping Washington from pulling out of the JCPOA over the past 15 months.
Tehran Downplays Impact of Tillerson’s Replacement on Iran-US Ties
Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman says the replacement of Secretary of State Rex Tillerson is a continuation of shakeups in Trump’s Cabinet, playing down its impact on Washington’s Iran policy and the fate of the 2015 nuclear deal.
“Iran Has No Information on Levinson’s Fate”
Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman says the country has no information about the fate and whereabouts of former FBI agent Robert Levinson.
US Seeking to Destroy Muslim States: Iran Leader’s Aide
A top aide to the Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution says the US is secretly seeking to penetrate into Iraq and other regional states with the aim of destroying them from inside.
West’s Gender Equality Just A Claim: Iran’s Leader
The Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the West’s talk of gender equality is just a claim.
“Trump’s Strategy of Gaining Concessions to Grip All Countries”
A senior political analyst has called on the EU to reinforce its independent role vis-à-vis the US, warning that Trump’s policy of gaining concessions will spill over to all countries, especially Europe.
“US-Saudi Nuclear Talks Aimed at Pushing Back on Iran”
An expert on US politics says Washington’s efforts to sign a nuclear cooperation accord with Saudi Arabia are aimed at tipping the balance of power in the Middle East to its favour and push back against Iran in the region.
“US Readiness for Talks with Taliban Aimed at Prolonging Afghan Conflict”
An Iranian parliamentarian says statements by a US official expressing readiness for talks with the Taliban militant group are aimed not at settling the problem, but at exacerbating the 17-year conflict in Afghanistan.
Gen. Soleimani Provides Iran Gov’t with Documents on US- ISIS Collusion
A senior Iranian official has spoken of documents provided by General Qassem Soleimani which prove the US has been working hand in glove with the ISIS terrorist group.
Iran, Bolivia Discuss Bilateral Ties, Int’l Issues
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and his Bolivian counterpart Fernando Huanacuni have, in a phone conversation on Thursday, talked about a range of issues.