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Iran, Pakistan Discuss Cooperation on Women’s Affairs
Iranian Vice-President for Women Affairs Massoumeh Ebtekar has held talks with Pakistani Ambassador to Iran Riffat Masood on issues such as expansion of cooperation on women’s affairs and exchange of experiences between the two countries.
China Praises Iran’s Admirable Progress in Technology
The head of the International Liaison Department of the Communist Party of China Song Tao says Iran has made huge progress in scientific and technology areas.
Iran, China Slam Trump Administration’s Unilateralism
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and Song Tao, the head of the International Liaison Department of the Communist Party of China, have blasted the US’ unilateralist policies, and called for enhancement of bilateral ties in the face of the US sanctions.
Iran Has 25-Year Plan for Ties with China: Larijani
Iran’s Parliament Speaker’s Ali Larijani says the country has developed a 25-year plan to expand its mutual ties with China amid the US pressures on both countries.
Iran, China to Hold Joint Addiction Workshop
The first Iranian-Chinese joint workshop on drug addiction will be held in Tehran mid-August with the participation of leading scholars and researchers from both countries.
Iran Releases 9 Indian Crew Members of UAE Ship
India confirms that Iran has released nine out of 12 Indians who were on board the Emirati ship MT Riah earlier seized by the IRGC over smuggling oil out of Iran.
Iran Condemns Trump’s ‘Racist’ Remarks against Afghan Nation
Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has strongly denounced the racist remarks made by US President Donald Trump against the nation of Afghanistan.
Pakistan, Iran Discuss Border Security in Islamabad
The second session of Pakistan-Iran Higher Border Commission (HBC) was held in Islamabad on 18 July 2019.
Ancient Works from Iran National Museum on Show in Beijing
A collection of selected works by the National Museum of Iran is being displayed at an exhibition in China.
Iran Condemns US, UK Interference in China’s Internal Affairs
Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has condemned the destructive interferences of the American and British governments in China's domestic affairs as well as their provocative acts in Taiwan and Hong Kong within the past few days.
Iran, Japan Hold Legal Consultations in Tokyo
Iran and Japan have held legal consultations in Tokyo, stressing the need to forge closer cooperation on major issues pertinent to international law.
Why Shinzo Abe’s Iran Visit Turned into Failure
It's been three weeks since the visit of Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe to Tehran. However, observers are still wondering why the historic visit did not yield any desirable achievement.
Iran Offers Help to Afghanistan after Kabul Terror Attack
Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council has condemned a deadly terrorist bomb attack that hit Kabul on Monday, voicing the Islamic Republic’s readiness to help Afghanistan restore security and stability.
Iran Condemns Philippines Terrorist Attack
Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has condemned a Friday suicide terrorist attack in the Philippines’ south, which killed and wounded several people.
Iran Lifts Visa Requirement for Chinese Tourists
The Iranian government has decided to unilaterally lift its visa regime for Chinese nationals in a bid to boost the number of tourists visiting the country despite the global anti-Iran propaganda.
Trump Becomes First US President to Enter North Korea
US President Donald Trump has made history as the first sitting American president to step onto North Korean soil.
Tehran, Kabul Underline Joint Fight against Terror
Senior Iranian and Afghan national security officials discussed ways to ensure sustainable security in Afghanistan at a meeting in Russia, with both urging coordinated efforts to tackle terrorism.
Iran Urges Regional Coordination for Talks with Taliban
Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Ali Shamkhani has called for a collective regional approach to hold talks with the Taliban in coordination with the Kabul government.
US’ Policy towards Iran ‘Deceptive, Hostile’: North Korea
North Korea's state media have slammed the "deceptive" US approach toward the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Iran, Afghanistan Stress Joint Fight against Narcotics
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the Islamic Republic is seeking to help restore peace, security and stability to Afghanistan, and thus will continue its relentless efforts to eradicate drug trafficking in the neighbouring country.
Japan Disputes US Military’s Anti-Iran Accusations
A Japanese ship operator has dismissed the US CENTCOM's claim that the oil tanker operated by Japan, which caught fire in the Sea of Oman on Thursday morning, was damaged by a limpet mine linked to Iranian elements.
Iran, China Voice Opposition to US’ Unilateralism
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping have harshly criticized the United States' unilateralism, vowing to expand their cooperation in the face of Trump's policies.
Iranian President Attends SCO Summit in Bishkek
Iran's President Hassan Rouhani has attended the 19th summit of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) held in the Kyrgyz capital of Bishkek.
Abe to Brief Trump on Iran’s Response at G20 Summit: Exclusive
Japan says Prime Minister Shinzo Abe will convey the result of his meeting with Iranian leaders to US President Donald Trump during the upcoming G20 Summit.
Iran to Progress without Sitting for Talks with US: Leader to Abe
Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has told Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe that the Islamic Republic will not hold negotiations with the “dishonest” US president, and will progress despite Washington’s sanctions.