Crisis
Latest updates about the ongoing crises in the world
Iran Praises Russian Mediation to End Karabakh Fighting
The chief of staff of the Iranian president has commended Russia for its mediation in the fighting between the Republic of Azerbaijan and Armenia, saying Tehran welcomes a ceasefire and an end to the fighting in the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region.
Iranian, Russian Presidents Discuss Karabakh Conflict
The Iranian president has told his Russian counterpart that the conflict between Armenia and the Azerbaijan Republic over the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region can be resolved only through dialogue.
Rouhani Urges Baku Not to Let Terrorists Take Advantage of Karabakh Conflict
President Hassan Rouhani has warned that foreign meddling in the dispute between the Republic of Azerbaijan and Armenia could turn the conflict into a regional war, calling for efforts to prevent terrorists from taking advantage of the turmoil.
Russia Has Upper Hand in Armenian-Azeri Crisis: Analyst
Iran’s former ambassador to Baku says Russia has the upper hand in the conflict between Armenia and the Azerbaijan Republic over the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region.
Iran Condemns Killing of Civilians in Karabakh Conflict
Iran’s embassy in the Azerbaijan Republic’s capital, Baku, has, in a statement, condemned attacks on civilian individuals and centres.
Iran Says Won’t Tolerate Collateral Damage from Karabakh Fighting
Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Saeed Khatibzadeh has given a serious warning to the warring sides involved in military clashes over the Nagorno-Karabakh region to avoid violating the Iranian soil.
Iran Urges Armenia, Azerbaijan to Show Restraint as Fighting Escalates
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran called on the Republic of Azerbaijan and Armenia to exercise self-restraint following the latest military escalation in the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region.
Iran Distributing Millions of Aid Packages amid COVID-19 Outbreak
The head of Iran’s Organisation for Mobilisation of the Oppressed, also known as Basij Mostazafin, says an aid program called Momenaneh is underway in the country to help the needy in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Timely Closure of Schools, Universities Saved 22,000 Lives in Iran: Study
The results of a scientific study show that the timely closure of educational centres has been able to prevent more than 22,000 deaths caused by to the coronavirus in Iran.
Things Looked Different in Iranian President’s New Year Speech
While Iran is celebrating Nowruz under the shadow of the coronavirus epidemic, President Hassan Rouhani has also delivered his new year speech to the nation in markedly different conditions.
Billions of Locusts Swarm Southern Iran
While the entire Iran is struggling to cope with the outbreak of coronavirus, five southern provinces have braced themselves for another uninvited guest -the swarms of locusts some of which consists of two billion hungry insects.
Iran Dismisses Concerns about Shortage of Medical Supplies, Foodstuff
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has assured people that all needs for medical and health products and foodstuff would be fully satisfied by the administration amid the outbreak of coronavirus, saying the cabinet has made major decisions to support the businesses and individuals affected by the disease.
Syrian Army Announces Closure of Airspace over Northwest
The Syrian army has announced the closure of airspace over its northwestern provinces, warning Turkey that it will shoot down any invading aircraft in the area.
Coronavirus Death Toll Rises to 43 in Iran: Official
The official death toll from the outbreak of a novel coronavirus in Iran has reached 43, as the total number of confirmed cases of infection rises to 593, the Health Ministry spokesman said.
Iran’s Coronavirus Death Toll Rises to 34 as 73 Others Recover
Iran’s Health Ministry says eight more people have died of the novel coronavirus during the past 24 hours, increasing the death toll to 34.
Iranian Deputy Health Minister, Lawmaker Infected with CoronavirusÂ
Iran's deputy health minister and a senior lawmaker have been infected with the new coronavirus, which is rapidly spreading in the Islamic Republic.
Iran’s Government Takes Inclusive Measures to Tackle Coronavirus
Iran’s government has put in place comprehensive efforts to combat the outbreak of the deadly coronavirus and prevent the spread of the disease in the country.
Coronavirus Outbreak in Iran: Death Toll Rises to 12
The Iranian Health Ministry says the total number of Iranians definitely diagnosed with the coronavirus has risen to 61, twelve of whom have died so far.
Murderer of Soleimani Killed in US Plane Downing in Afghanistan: Sources
Russian intelligence sources have confirmed that Michael D’ Andrea, the head of US intelligence operations against Iraq, Iran and Afghanistan, has been killed in Taliban's shoot-down of a US military plane in Ghazni.
Angry Protesters in Baghdad Set Fire to US Embassy’s Gate
Iraqi protesters, outraged by Washington’s recent airstrikes against the positions of Popular Mobilization Units (PMU), have set fire to parts of the United States’ embassy in the Green Zone of Baghdad.
US Attacks on PMU Positions in Iraq Draw Strong Reactions
Various Iraqi political groups and officials have condemned the United States’ violation of their country’s sovereignty.
Iranian Citizens Advised to Delay Visits to France
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran has issued an advisory, warning Iranian citizens about traveling to France in the wake of strikes and violent protests in the European country.
Iraqi PM Vows to Resign after Top Cleric’s Call
Iraq’s Prime Minister Adel Abdul Mahdi says he will submit his resignation to the country's parliament following a day of intense bloodshed and in response to a call for a change of leadership by the country’s top Shiite cleric Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani.
Iraqi Rioters Storm, Torch Iran Consulate in Najaf
The Iraqi police has declared curfew in the holy city of Najaf after rioters stormed the Iranian Consulate and set it on fire.
Turkish President Declares Beginning of Syria Incursion
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says Turkish military forces have officially started an operation in northern Syria against Kurdish militants.