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Zarif Confers with Turkish, Qatari FMs on Afghanistan Crisis

Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has held talks with his Turkish and Qatari counterparts on the latest developments in Afghanistan.

Zarif Calls for Unity among All Afghan Groups

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has held phone talks with Mohammad Haneef Atmar, the caretaker of the Afghan Foreign Ministry.

Iran Reiterates Support for Afghan Peace Process

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has voiced Tehran’s support for the peace process in Afghanistan, saying Iran is ready to contribute to the settlement of the disputes that have arisen after the recent Afghan presidential election.

Iran Says World Misled by China’s Inaccurate Coronavirus Reports

In controversial remarks, Iran’s health ministry spokesman has criticized China for its inaccurate reports regarding the coronavirus, saying the initial reports made other countries underestimate the severity of the disease.

Joint Pains Link Iranian, Afghan People Together: Rouhani

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani has recently talked to an Afghan refugee admitted to a hospital in Yazd province over the novel coronavirus.

Iran Hails UN Initiative of Enforcing Nationwide Ceasefire in Afghanistan

Iran’s Foreign Ministry has issued a statement in support of an initiative proposed by the UN secretary general with regards to the enforcement of a nationwide ceasefire in Afghanistan.

Iran Condemns Deadly Attack on Sikh Temple in Afghanistan

The Foreign Ministry spokesman has strongly condemned a deadly terrorist attack on a Sikh temple in the Afghan capital, Kabul, which left dozens of people dead or wounded.

Iran Says ‘Alarmed’ by Consequences of Afghanistan Presidential Dispute

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran has released an official statement on Sunday about the ongoing developments in the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan.

Iran, Pakistan Discuss Coronavirus Battle

Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Javad Zarif and his Pakistani counterpart Shah Mehmood Qureshi held a telephone conversation on Sunday.

Iranian, Kyrgyz FMs Discuss Battle against Coronavirus

The Foreign Ministers of Iran and Kyrgyzstan have talked about the global outbreak of coronavirus in a telephone conversation.

Iranian, Japanese Foreign Ministers Hold Talks

The Foreign Ministers of Iran and Japan have held a telephone conversation in the early hours of the new Iranian year to discuss various issues, mainly the battle with the coronavirus and the need to lift the unilateral and illegal sanctions that the US has imposed on the Iranian people.

Iranian, Indonesian FMs Discuss COVID-19 Outbreak

Highest-ranking diplomats from Iran and Indonesia have discussed the latest situation on the outbreak of coronavirus in the world.

Iran Hails Uzbekistan’s Humanitarian Aid

Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Javad Zarif has commended Uzbekistan for providing Iranians with humanitarian aid in the battle with coronavirus.

US Blocking Delivery of Medicine to Iran: Spokesman

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson has dismissed the US’ claim that pharmaceuticals are exempted from the anti-Iran sanctions, saying Washington has practically halted the delivery of medicine to Iran and obstructed the activities of a Swiss channel for medicine transfers.

Iran Strongly Condemns Terror Attack in Afghanistan

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has strongly condemned the Friday terrorist attack in Afghanistan that struck a ceremony to commemorate the anniversary of the death of Abdul Ali Mazari.

Iran’s Leader Condemns Massacre of Indian Muslims

Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has censured the killing of oppressed Muslims in India.

Iran Urges India to Resolve Citizenship Law Issue Peacefully

Iran’s parliament speaker has urged India to use all the capabilities and opportunities to put an end to the conflicts and resolve the issue of Muslims in a peaceful manner.

China Donates Aid Package to Iran’s Red Crescent in Face of Coronavirus Outbreak

China’s Red Cross has donated a batch of coronavirus kits to Iranian Red Crescent Society to help prevent and control the spread of the disease in Iran.

US Has No Legal Position to Sign Afghan Peace Deal: Iran

Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs says the US has no legal position to sign a peace deal for Afghanistan or to decide the future situation of the country.

Pakistan Reopens Border with Iran

Pakistan has opened the border crossings with Iran that had been closed after the outbreak of the novel coronavirus.

Iranian, Chinese FMs Discuss Fight against Coronavirus

Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Javad Zarif and his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi have talked about the efforts underway to contain the novel coronavirus epidemic.

Iran to Receive 20,000 Coronavirus Test Kits from China: Spokesman

Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran has announced plans for receiving a shipment of 20,000 novel coronavirus diagnostic test kits from China.

Iranian Dolls to Go to Geneva as Peace Ambassadors

Jai Jagat 2020, an Indian campaign organizing a global march for peace and justice, has decided to take two Iranian folklore dolls from Isfahan to the Swiss city of Geneva as peace ambassadors.

Iran Hopes for Expansion of Ties with Brunei

President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Hassan Rouhani has expressed hope for the promotion of relations with Brunei in a congratulatory message to the Southeast Asian country on its National Day.

FM Zarif, UN Chief Discuss Afghanistan Developments

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has discussed the latest developments in Afghanistan in a phone conversation with the Secretary-General of the United Nations.

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