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Japan, Iraq, Oman Say Ready to Mediate between Iran, US

Following the recent escalation between Washington and Tehran over the 2015 nuclear deal, several countries have expressed readiness to mediate between the two arch-rivals.

Iran Says Europe Must Share Costs of Hosting Refugees

Iran says it is hosting millions of refugees, including Afghan migrants, at a high cost, calling on Europe to meet part of the expenses.

Iran Strongly Condemns Terror Attacks in Lahore, Kabul

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has strongly denounced separate terrorist attacks in the Pakistani city of Lahore and the Afghan capital of Kabul.

Imran Khan Says Pakistan Keen to Complete Iran Gas Pipeline

Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan says his country is keen to complete the construction of a much-delayed pipeline designed for receiving Iran’s natural gas, weeks after he paid a visit to the neighboring state.

Tehran, Bishkek Hold 4th Round of Political Talks

The fourth round of political consultations between Iran and Kyrgyzstan was held in Tehran on Saturday, in the presence of Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Seyyed Abbas Araqchi and his Kyrgyz counterpart Nuran Niazaliyev.

Iran, Kyrgyzstan Discuss Expansion of Bilateral Ties

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and Deputy Foreign Minister of Kyrgyzstan Nuran Niazaliyev have discussed promotion of ties in Tehran.

Zarif’s Visit to N Korea Sends Clear Message to US: Analyst

A senior expert says the upcoming visit of Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif to North Korea is to send this clear message to the US that if Washington decides to exert more pressure on Iran, the Islamic Republic will show more resistance and get closer to the US’ opponents.

Iran Says Ready for Cooperation with Sri Lanka against Terror

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the Islamic Republic stands ready to cooperate with other countries, Sri Lanka in particular, to fight against the global problem of terrorism.

Pakistan Steps Up Security Along Border with Iran

Pakistan has increased the number of its security forces along its joint border with Iran as part of a bilateral agreement to step up security in the region, said Major General Asif Ghafoor, the Spokesman of Pakistan’s Army.

Iran FM Departs for Doha to Attend ACD Meeting

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has left Tehran for the Qatari capital of Doha to attend the 16th ministerial meeting of the Asia Cooperation Dialogue (ACD).

Iran Hails Opening of Afghanistan’s Peace Grand Assembly

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi says Tehran welcomes and supports any process and dialogue that contributes to peace, stability, and sustainable security in Afghanistan.

LG, Samsung Deny Leaving Iran over US Sanctions: Report

South Korea’s Samsung Electronics has denied reports that it was withdrawing from the Iranian market in the face of US sanctions, London-based bne IntelliNews says.

Iran FM Says to Visit North Korea Soon

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says he is planning to visit North Korea in the near future.

Iran Ready for Counter-Terror Cooperation in West Asia: DM

Iran's defence minister says the country is ready to work with regional states against terrorism and extremism, which are jeopardizing the stability and security of countries in Southeast and West Asia.

Iran, Japan Hold 11th Joint Consular Meeting in Tokyo

The 11th Joint Consular Meeting of the Islamic Republic of Iran and Japan has been held in Tokyo.

32nd Tehran International Book Fair Kicks Off

The 32nd edition of Tehran International Book Fair kicked on Tuesday in a ceremony attended by the Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance.

Leader: Terror Groups Trying to ‘Contaminate’ Iran-Pakistan Ties

The Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says terrorist groups backed by enemies of Iran and Pakistan seek to cause tension in the two countries' relations, adding that mutual relations must be bolstered in spite of the enemies’ will.

Iran, Pakistan to Form Joint Rapid Reaction Force at Common Borders

Tehran and Islamabad have announced they have agreed to expand their mutual cooperation in ensuring the security of common borders by establishing a joint Rapid Reaction force.

Pakistani PM Officially Received by Iran President in Tehran

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has officially welcomed Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan in capital, Tehran, on his first-ever visit to the Islamic Republic.

Families of Iranian Terror Victims Pen Letter to Pakistani PM

An Iranian organization representing the families of Iranian victims of terrorism has pleaded with Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan to enact stricter security measures on Pakistan’s border with Iran to prevent Pakistani-based terrorists from attempting attacks on Iranian territory.

Pakistani PM in Iran on First-Ever Visit

Pakistan's Prime Minister Imran Khan has started his historic visit to Iran from the north-eastern city of Mashhad, and is expected to leave for Tehran after the brief stop-over in the holy city.

Iran Condemns Deadly Terror Attacks in Sri Lanka

Iran has strongly condemned deadly terrorist attacks on several hotels and churches in Sri Lanka, which left hundreds of people dead and wounded on Easter Sunday.

‘Iran Ready for Anti-Terror Cooperation with Pakistan’

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Iran is prepared to work with Pakistan in fight against terrorism, amid the recent terror attack in south-western Pakistan, which killed 14 members of the country’s armed forces.

Iranian Navy Commander in China for Military Talks

Iranian Navy Commander Rear Admiral Hossein Khanzadi has travelled to China to attend the upcoming 70th anniversary of the founding of the Chinese People's Liberation Army Navy.

Iran Strongly Condemns Pakistan Terrorist Attack

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has strongly denounced the recent terrorist operation in Pakistan's Ormara-Gwadar road, which resulted in the deaths of 14 members of the Pakistani armed forces.

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