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Iran Confirms Taliban Delegation’s Visit

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi says a delegation from the Afghan group of Taliban recently visited Iran within the framework of the Islamic Republic’s inclusive consultations with all parties in Afghanistan.

24 Killed as Car Bomb Targets Afghan President’s Campaign

At least 24 people have been killed and 31 others wounded after a car bomb exploded near an election campaign rally held by Afghan President Ashraf Ghani in the country's northern Parwan province.

Iran, India Hold 16th Round of Political Consultations

The 16th round of political consultations between Tehran and New Delhi was held in the Iranian capital on Monday, September 16, 2019.

Zarif Expresses Concern over Kashmir Situation

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has expressed concern over the situation in the Indian-controlled Kashmir region.

Iran, China to Enhance Military Relations: Top General

Major General Mohammad Baqeri, the Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces, says Iran and China will witness “profound development” in their military relations.

Iran Says US Forces Must Leave Afghanistan

Iran’s Envoy to the UN says any negotiations between Tehran and Washington, including a possible meeting between the two countries’ presidents, are out of the question as long as the US maintains its policy of economic terrorism against Iranians.

Iran Says Concerned about Situation in Afghanistan

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has expressed concern over the current situation in Afghanistan, warning against possible fresh violence in the country.

Iran, Indonesia Discuss JCPOA, Issues of Muslim World

Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has held talks with his Indonesian counterpart Retno Marsudi in the Asian country's capital of Jakarta.

Security Can’t Be Bought from Outside, Iran Tells IORA

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the regional security must emanate from within, and cannot be purchased from outside.

Iran Ready to Promote Parliamentary Ties with Bangladesh

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has held talks with Speaker of Bangladesh Parliament Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury in Dhaka.

Tehran, Dhaka Confer on Enhanced Business Ties

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has held talks with Bangladesh Foreign Minister Abul Kasim Mohammed Abdul Momen in Dhaka.

Iran, Bangladesh Discuss Plight of Rohingya Refugees

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has held talks with Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Wazed in Dhaka.

Iran FM Starts Tour of Bangladesh, Indonesia

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has departed for Bangladesh, the first leg of a two-nation tour that will later take him to Indonesia.

Zarif to Visit Bangladesh, Indonesia

Foreign Minister of Iran Mohammad Javad Zarif is going to begin an Asian tour this week that will take him to Bangladesh and Indonesia.

Iran, Indonesia Hold Joint Consular Commission Meeting

The Islamic Republic of Iran and the Republic of Indonesia have held the fifth joint meeting on consular affairs in the Indonesian city of Yogyakarta.

Iran FM Holds High-Level Talks in Malaysia

Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has held talks with Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad and Foreign Minister Saifuddin Abdullah‎ in Kuala Lumpur.

Malaysian Leader Mahathir Mohamad Due in Iran

Prime Minister of Malaysia Mahathir Bin Mohamad is going to visit Iran soon, Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has said.

China to Import Iranian Shrimp Instead of Saudi Shipments

China has banned imports of shrimp from Saudi Arabia and granted market access to 40 shrimp exporters from Iran, a report says.

Iran FM, Japan PM Discuss De-Escalation of Tensions

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has held talks with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on ways to ease regional tensions.

Zarif Meets Japanese, Libyan Counterparts in Yokohama

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has held talks with his Japanese counterpart Tarō Kōno and Libyan top diplomat Mohamed Taher Siala in the city of Yokohama.

Iran FM to Visit China, Japan, Malaysia

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif will travel to China, Japan, and Malaysia in East Asia at the head of a delegation, said Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi.

Iran Leader Urges India to Adopt ‘Fair’ Policy on Kashmir

Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has blamed the United Kingdom's mischief for the ongoing dispute in Jammu and Kashmir region, calling on the Indian government to adopt a fair policy towards the people of Kashmir.

Iran, China Oppose US Plans for Northeast Syria

Ranking diplomats from Iran and China called for efforts to safeguard Syria’s territorial integrity in the face of US plans for northeastern Syria.

Iran Strongly Condemns Suicide Blast in Kabul

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman has strongly denounced and expressed regret and hatred over a suicide bomb attack at a wedding ceremony in the Afghan capital Kabul, which left over 200 people dead or injured.

Suicide Bombing at Kabul Wedding Kills 63, Injures 200

A suicide bomb explosion turned a wedding party into a funeral on a busy Saturday night in the Afghan capital of Kabul, leaving at least 63 dead and almost 200 injured.

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