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Afghanistan Lauds COVID-19 Medical Care for Nationals in Iran

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan has expressed gratitude to the Islamic Republic for providing humanitarian support and medical services for the Afghan nationals residing in Iran amid the outbreak of coronavirus epidemic, says an Iranian official.   

Iran, Malaysia Discuss Collaboration in Coronavirus Fight

President of the Islamic Republic of Iran and Prime Minister of Malaysia have weighed plans for cooperation between the two Muslim nations in the battle with the novel coronavirus by sharing experiences and providing medical supplies.

Iran Condemns Terrorist Attacks in Afghanistan

Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran has condemned the terrorist attacks on a hospital in Kabul and a funeral service in Nangarhar that have killed dozens of civilians in a double tragedy for Afghanistan.

Iran-Turkmenistan Border to Reopen Soon: Deputy FM

Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Economic Diplomacy says following negotiations between Tehran and Ashgabat, the Iran-Turkmenistan border will probably reopen in the next 10 to 20 days.

Iran, Afghanistan to Launch Joint Probe into Harirud Incident

The Islamic Republic of Iran and Afghanistan have agreed to launch joint investigation into the death of a number of Afghan nationals near the border with Iran.

Iran Extradites 16 Indonesian, Chinese Inmates

Fifteen Indonesian nationals and a Chinese imprisoned in Iran on charge of smuggling fuel have been extradited to their respective countries.

Iranian, Uzbek Foreign Ministers Discuss Bilateral Ties

The foreign minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran and his Uzbek counterpart have discussed the latest issues in bilateral relations.

Iran Says Ready to Meet Tajikistan’s Demand for Coronavirus-Related Products

President of Iran Hassan Rouhani has expressed the Islamic Republic’s readiness to offer whatever help it can to the friendly and brotherly nation of Tajikistan in the fight against the novel coronavirus by providing testing kits and other medical equipment.

Iran Once Again Denies Torturing Afghan Migrants at Border

Iran has once again dismissed reports of using force to send some Afghan nationals back to their country on border areas.

Iran, Taliban Discuss Political Deadlock in Afghanistan

Special Representative of Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs Mohammad Ebrahim Taherian has held talks with Taliban’s political leaders regarding the political deadlock in Afghanistan.

Iran, Turkmenistan Hold New Round of Political Talks

The deputy foreign ministers of the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Republic of Turkmenistan held a fresh round of political consultations via video conference on Tuesday.

Iranian President, Japanese PM Discuss Regional Tensions

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani has called for easing of tensions in the world as all countries are struggling with the novel coronavirus pandemic.

‘China, Russia Prioritize Own Interests in Friendship with Iran’

An expert on international relations says China and Russia give priority to their own interests in their relationship with Iran, and Tehran should not count on them.

Border Incident Killing Afghan Migrants Took Place Inside Afghanistan: Iran

Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran has asserted that an incident involving the deaths of Afghan migrants trying to cross into Iran illegally has taken place on the Afghan soil.

Iran FM Holds Talks with Afghan, Pakistani, Turkmen Counterparts

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has held separate phone conversations with his counterparts from Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Turkmenistan.

Iran, Pakistan Weigh Plans to Resume Trade, Broaden Economic Ties

President of Iran Hassan Rouhani and the prime minister of Pakistan have called for efforts to resume trade exchanges between the two neighbors following a halt in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak, and discussed the ways to enhance bilateral economic relations in defiance of the US sanctions.

Iranian Foreign Minister Holds Talks with Afghan Leaders

Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Javad Zarif has held telephone conversations with Afghan leaders as part of Tehran’s efforts to stabilize the political situation in Afghanistan.

Iranian Actor Sajjad Delafrooz Turning into Bollywood Superstar

Bollywood always reminds us of popular superstars, such as Shahrukh Khan, Amitabh Bachchan and Salman Khan. But it is great to know that nowadays an Iranian actor, Sajjad Delafrooz, has mesmerized Indians with his acting talent and he is probably in the path of turning into the next Bollywood superstar.

Iran, China Presidents Rap US for Sanctions amid Corona Spread

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani and his Chinese counterpart have slammed the US sanctions against the other countries while the deadly coronavirus has crippled people across the world.

Iran, Indonesia Pledge to Forge Closer Ties on All Fronts

Iranian and Indonesian presidents have discussed a range of issues during a phone call on Monday.

Iranian, Afghan Officials Discuss Peace Process in Afghanistan

The Iranian Foreign Minister's assistant and special envoy for Afghanistan, Mohammad Ebrahim Taherian, has met with political and security officials of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan in Kabul.

Iran FM Lauds China for Help in Coronavirus Fight

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has expressed his gratitude to China for assisting the Islamic Republic in the battle with the novel coronavirus and for condemning the US sanctions on Iran.

Zarif, Chinese Counterpart Discuss Peace in Afghanistan

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has held phone talks with his Chinese counterpart on the political crisis in Afghanistan.

Iran, Russia Discuss Crises in Afghanistan, Yemen

Iranian and Russian foreign ministers have exchanged views on a whole range of regional and international issues.

Iran, India Discuss US ‘Unlawful’ Sanctions amid COVID-19 Pandemic

Iranian Foreign Minister and his Indian counterpart have talked about the United States' "unlawful and unilateral" sanctions against the Iranian people.

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