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IRGC Dismisses Idea of Military Intervention in Myanmar

A senior IRGC general has rejected the idea of Iran’s military interference to help Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar similar to what it did for Iraq and Syria, saying the two cases are very different from each other.

Myanmar’s Crackdown on Rohingya Turning into Ethnic Cleansing

A political commentator says the Myanmar government is conducting organized ethnic cleansing against Rohingya Muslims in the country.

Iranian Jewish MP Calls for Stripping Suu Kyi of Nobel Prize

The representative of Jewish people in Iran’s Parliament has strongly denounced the world’s silence towards the massacre of Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar, saying the Nobel Peace Prize should be taken back from Aung San Suu Kyi.

Iran, Pakistan FMs Hold Talks in Tehran

Pakistani Minister for Foreign Affairs Khawaja Muhammad Asif has met with Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif in Tehran.

‘Muslim States Should Sever Trade Ties with Myanmar’

An activist says the only way to force the Myanmar government into stopping its crackdown on the Rohingyas is that Muslim countries cut off trade ties with the country.

Pakistan’s FM Due in Tehran on Monday: Spokesman

Iranian foreign ministry spokesman says the Pakistani foreign minister will arrive in Tehran on Monday at the head of a political-economic delegation.

Muslim Leaders to Discuss Myanmar Genocide in Astana: Iran President

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said the heads of the member states of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) plan to hold a separate meeting in Kazakhstan about the ongoing “human tragedy” in Myanmar.

Iran Can Play Key Role in Ending Massacre of Myanmar Muslims: MP

An Iranian lawmaker says the Islamic Republic can play an important role in uniting the Muslim world against the massacre of Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar through the Organization of Islamic Cooperation.

Nationwide Rallies Held in Iran to Condemn Myanmar Genocide

Iranian worshippers staged massive demonstrations across the country on Friday to condemn the massacre of Rohingya Muslims in the Southeast Asian country of Myanmar.

Iran Warns UN about Continued Violence against Myanmar Muslims

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif in a letter to the UN Secretary-General warned about the continuation of organised violence against Muslims in Myanmar, and called for the immediate action of the international community, particularly the UN.

Myanmar Muslims Falling Prey to Extremism, Intolerance: Iran

Iran’s envoy to the UN on Thursday strongly condemned the ongoing violence against the Rohingya Muslims, and urged the world to combat the growing extremism and intolerance that has resulted in such plight.

IRGC Ready to Help Rohingya Muslims Affected by Myanmar Crimes

Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has denounced the double-standard policies of human rights advocates when it comes to the plight of Rohingya Muslims, saying it is prepared to help those affected by Myanmar’s brutal crimes.

Iranian Users Become Voice of Voiceless Myanmar Muslims

As international human rights have remained silent over the Myanmar government’s slaughter of Rohingya Muslims, Iranian social media users have stepped into the fray and become the voice of the voiceless.

Iranian FM, Japanese PM’s Envoy Discuss N. Korea Crisis

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and visiting Japanese PM’s Envoy Masahiko Komura have discussed issues of mutual interest, particularly the North Korea developments, in a meeting in Tehran.

Iran, Vatican City Discuss Plight of Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar

Iranian foreign minister and Vatican City’s secretary for relations with states have conferred on the desperate situation of Muslims in Myanmar, calling for an international effort to end the plight.

Iran FM Discusses Myanmar Plight with Turkey, Malaysia, Indonesia

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has conferred with his Turkish, Malaysian, and Indonesian counterparts on the desperate plight of Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar.

‘Iran Condemns Test of Nuclear Weapons by Any Country’

An Iranian lawmaker says Tehran is principally against any nuke test by any country, including North Korea, but Pyongyang’s test of nuclear weapons is a response to the US threatening behaviour in the Far East.

Iran, South Africa Call for Expansion of Banking Ties

Iran’s foreign minister and South Africa’s National Assembly speaker have discussed expansion of bilateral ties, particularly in banking sector.

Iranian Handmade Carpets on Show in Bangkok

The Thai capital of Bangkok is hosting an exhibition of Iranian handmade carpets titled “From the Finest Thai Silk to the Masterpiece of Persian Carpet.”

Iran Offers Sympathy to Flood-Hit People of India, Nepal, Pakistan

Iranian foreign ministry spokesman has extended sympathy to India, Nepal, and Pakistan over the recent 'catastrophic' floods which left hundreds of people dead, wounded, and missing and caused serious damages.

Iran Calls for Int’l Action to Stop Ethnic Cleansing in Myanmar

Iranian foreign minister has blasted the global silence on continued violence against Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar, and called on the international community to prevent further ethnic cleansing.

Iran Deeply Concerned about Continued Violence against Myanmar Muslims

Iranian foreign ministry spokesman has expressed Tehran’s deep concern over the continuation of inhumane and violent actions against Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar.

‘Trump Seeks to Cover Costs of Afghan War with Islamabad, Kabul’s Wealth’

A senior Iranian lawmaker says US President Donald Trump wants to meet the expenses of war in Afghanistan with Islamabad’s wealth and Kabul’s mineral resources.

‘US Using Afghanistan as Base for Putting Iran under Pressure’

An Iranian MP says the US is using Afghanistan as its watchtower and military base in the Middle East to exert pressure on Tehran through Iran’s eastern borders.

Iran Condemns Terrorist Attack on Kabul Mosque

Iranian foreign ministry spokesman has decried the recent terrorist attack on a mosque in Afghanistan’s capital, which left scores of people dead and wounded.

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