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Iran’s Larijani in Pakistan to Attend Anti-Terror Conference

Iran’s Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani travelled to Islamabad on Saturday to partake in a six-party conference to discuss the threat of terrorism and coordinate counterterrorism efforts..

Iran, Azerbaijan Discuss Expansion of Bilateral Ties

During the Tuesday meeting, Zarif and Aliyev discussed ways to expand and deepen bilateral relations between Iran and Azerbaijan, and also exchanged views on...

Iran Congratulates Kazakhstan on Independence Day

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has offered congratulations to his Kazakh counterpart on the anniversary of the Central Asian state’s Independence Day.

Iran Ready to Promote Ties with Nakhchivan Republic

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and Vasif Talibov, the chairman of the Supreme Assembly of Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, have discussed expansion of bilateral relations in Tehran.

Iran, S. Korea Ink Documents on Health Cooperation

Iran and South Korea have signed seven cooperation documents in various areas as a step toward the enhancement of mutual relations.

No Revision in Iran’s Stance on Caspian Sea Demarcation: Qassemi

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi says Iran has not changed its stance towards the demarcation of the Caspian Sea.

Iran President Congratulates Turkmenistan on Day of Neutrality

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has offered congratulations to his Turkmen counterpart on the Central Asian state’s Day of Neutrality, which is annually marked on December 12.

Kabul Official Asks Iran to Train Afghan Military Forces

An Afghan official has called on Iran to train his country’s military forces and boost military cooperation with Kabul.

Iran Raps NATO’s Irresponsibility in Fight against Narcotics

Iran’s Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani says it is unacceptable to say that the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) cannot cope with the growth of opium production in Afghanistan

Iran FM to Attend Caspian Sea Littoral States’ Summit in Moscow

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif will take part in the upcoming ministerial meeting of five Caspian Sea littoral states (Iran, Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan, Russia, and Kazakhstan), due to be held in Moscow on December 4-5.

Iran Condemns Terrorist Attack on Peshawar University

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has vehemently denounced the “brutal” terrorist attack on a university campus in Pakistan’s north-eastern city of Peshawar.

Iran, Pakistan Discuss Banking, Energy Ties

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and his Pakistani counterpart Khawaja Muhammad Asif have discussed issues of mutual interest in the Azerbaijani capital of Baku.

“Entire US within Range of New North Korean Missile”

North Korea claims the new type of intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) it test-fired a few hours ago can reach the whole of continental United States.

Myanmar Leader Defeats Trump to Win Islamophobia Award

Aung San Suu Kyi, the foreign minister and de facto leader of Myanmar, has been named the 2017 International Islamophobe of the Year for her country’s atrocities against Rohingya Muslims.

Iran, Afghanistan Discuss Joint Fight against Terror

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Afghanistan Mohammad Mohaqiq have discussed issues of mutual interest in the Iranian capital.

“Myanmar Calls Rohingyas Illegal Immigrants to Deny Their Rights”

Masud Bin Momen, the ambassador of Bangladesh to the United Nations, has discussed the plight of Rohingya Muslims who have been fleeing violence and oppression in Myanmar and headed to Bangladesh in recent months.

Afghan Politician Accuses Kabul of Provoking Sectarian Rifts

An Afghan politician says the Kabul government is trying to instigate ethnic and sectarian divisions in the country.

Iran, Malaysia to Establish Direct Banking Ties

Iranian Minister of Information and Communications Technology, Mohammad Javad Azari Jahromi, recently visited Malaysia to hold talks on establishing direct banking communication between Iran and Malaysia.

Iran Urges UN to Play Greater Role in Resolving Afghanistan Problems

Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Seyyed Abbas Araqchi and visiting UN Secretary-General’s Special Representative, Tadamichi Yamamoto, have sat for talks in Tehran on Afghanistan’s latest developments.

“Revival of Silk Road to Bring Iran Tremendous Benefits”

Iranian business analyst Mohammad-Sadeq Hamidian says if the new Silk Road runs through Iran, the country will enjoy numerous benefits, including higher economic growth and secured regional trade.

Iran FM, UN Envoy Discuss Afghanistan Security

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has discussed the latest developments in Afghanistan with the UN Secretary-General's Special Representative, Tadamichi Yamamoto.

1,100 Chinese Officials Punished for Damaging Environment

More than 1,000 officials have been held responsible and punished in China for environmental damage, as China steps up efforts to fight pollution through deterrent means.

Iran Condemns Kabul Terrorist Attack

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has strongly denounced a Thursday terrorist attack on the Afghan capital of Kabul, which killed and wounded dozens of innocent people and police forces.

ISIS Lone Wolves Called on to Attack India

An ISIS recruiter has called for lone wolf attacks on Hindu religious congregations throughout India.

Japan Offering Artificial Intelligence Course to Iranian Researchers

A Japanese institute is offering a research course for Iranian Ph.D. students working in the field of artificial intelligence.

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