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Iran’s Araqchi Wraps Up Three-Day Visit to Afghanistan
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Seyyed Abbas Araqchi has concluded a three-day visit to Afghanistan after meetings with senior Afghan officials and talks on a broad range of issues.
Tehran, Kabul Move to Finalize Comprehensive Document
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Seyyed Abbas Araqchi says a comprehensive document on strategic cooperation between Tehran and Kabul is going to be finalized in the near future.
Iran-Afghanistan Railway to Boost Mutual Trade: Minister
The Iranian minister of roads and transportation says the newly-inaugurated railroad linking the Iranian city of Khaf to Herat in Afghanistan will boost the two countries’ economic status both in the region and in the world.
Iran, Afghanistan Discuss Bilateral Ties, Peace Talks
Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Abbas Araqchi has sat down with Abdullah Abdullah, the head of Afghanistan’s High Council for National Reconciliation (HCNR).
Iran Urges CICA to Counter US Economic Terrorism amid Pandemic
Iran has called on the member states of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia (CICA) to counter United States’ economic terrorism amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Iranian, Afghan Diplomats Hold Bilateral Talks in Kabul
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Seyed Abbas Araqchi and his Afghan counterpart Meerwais Nab have discussed various issues at a meeting in Kabul.
Iran Congratulates Afghanistan on National Art Week
The Iranian minister of science, research and technology has congratulated Afghanistan on the country’s Art Week.
Sri Lanka Condemns Assassination of Iranian Scientist
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Sri Lanka Dinesh Gunawardena has condemned the recent assassination of prominent Iranian scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh.
Iran, Pakistan to Expand Trade Ties through Virtual B2B Meetings
Knowledge-based, innovative, and high-tech companies of Iran and Pakistan will have the chance to hold direct online negotiations and explore avenues for developing business relations between the two sides.
Iran’s President Hopes for Closer Ties with Thailand
President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Hassan Rouhani has expressed hope that Tehran's relations will further expand with Bangkok in light of age-old friendship between the two nations.
Iran Urges Kabul ‘Not to Rush’ When Issuing Official Statements
Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh has asked Afghan authorities to take their time and not hurry when releasing official statements.
Iran Welcomes Deal on Advancement of Afghan Peace Talks
The spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran has welcomed a recent agreement on peace talks in Afghanistan.
Iran’s First Consignment of Exports Arrives in Afghanistan via Rail
Iran’s first consignment of exports has arrived in Afghanistan via the Herat-Khaf railway, and was warmly welcomed by Afghans.
Kuwait, Afghanistan Condemn Assassination of Iranian Scientist
Kuwait and Afghanistan have, in separate phone conversations with Iran's top diplomat, condemned the recent assassination of Iranian nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh.
Iran’s First VP to Attend SCO Virtual Summit
Iran’s First Vice-President Es’haq Jahangiri will attend the 19th meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Council of Heads of Government, which is to be held via videoconference on November 30, 2020.
Iran Gives More Details of Prisoner Swap with Australia
An Iranian deputy foreign minister has elaborated on a “unique prisoner swap” that resulted in the release of three Iranian nationals jailed in Thailand in exchange for an Australian convict after intensive tripartite diplomatic arrangements.
Iranian, Azerbaijani Foreign Ministers Hold Talks via Videoconference
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and his counterpart from the Azerbaijan Republic Jeyhun Bairamov had a videoconference call on Wednesday.
Iranian Diplomat Meets Several Afghan Officials in Kabul
Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Iran Saeed Khatibzadeh held meetings with several incumbent and former authorities of Afghanistan in a visit to Kabul.
Iran Condemns Bamiyan Terror Attack, Sympathizes with Afghans
Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh has condemned the Tuesday terrorist incident in the Afghan city of Bamiyan, which killed and injured dozens of civilians including innocent women and children.
US’ Responsible Withdrawal from Afghanistan Positive Step towards Peace: Zarif
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the responsible withdrawal of foreign troops from Afghanistan will be a positive step towards a sustainable peace in the war-torn state.
Iran Urges Closer Transport Ties among ESCAP Member States
Iran has called for closer transport cooperation among member states of the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP).
Iran’s Foreign Minister to Attend 2020 Afghanistan Conference
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif will take part in the virtual 2020 Afghanistan Conference in Geneva, according to Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh.
Those Pursuing Improper Policies in Afghanistan Fully Responsible for Attacks: Iran
Iran says those who persist in following their unwarranted policies in Afghanistan bear full responsibility for attacks such as the recent one which struck several diplomatic sites in the country.
Iran Condemns Rocket Attack on Civilians in Kabul
The spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Iran condemned terrorist attacks against civilians and non-military sites in Afghanistan after a barrage of rockets hit the Afghan capital Kabul, one of which slammed into the Iranian Embassy.
Russia, China to Doubt Iran’s Sincerity If It Holds Talks with US: Conservative Daily
A conservative Iranian newspaper has argued that if Tehran enters into talks with the incoming US administration, then China, Russia and India will cast doubt on the sincerity of Iran’s “Look to the East” policy.