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Iran Calls on Portugal to Play Active Role in Tehran-EU Relations

A senior Iranian official has expressed hope that Portugal will play an active role in Iran-Europe relations given Lisbon’s status as the rotating president of the European Union.

Croatia Sympathizes with Iran over Fakhrizadeh Assassination

Croatian Foreign Minister Gordan Grlić-Radman had a telephone conversation with his Iranian counterpart Mohammad Javad Zarif on Friday.

Zarif Hits Out at German Foreign Minister’s Anti-Iran Comments

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has lashed out at his German counterpart Heiko Maas for his comments about Iran and its missile program.

Belgian Foreign Minister Condemns Fakhrizadeh Assassination

Belgian Foreign Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Sophie Wilmès had a phone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif on Wednesday.

EU’s Foreign Policy Chief Raps Criminal Assassination of Iranian Scientist

High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell has denounced the assassination of prominent Iranian scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh as a criminal act.

Zarif Urges Europe to Abandon Double Standards on State Terrorism

Iran’s foreign minister has called on the international community, especially the European Union, to give up their double standards and condemn the assassination of top Iranian scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh.

Iran’s Missiles None of Europe’s Business: Ayatollah Khamenei

Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution has lashed out at Britain, France and Germany for their stance on Tehran’s missile program, saying it is none of their business.

Iran Condemns E3’s ‘Irresponsible’ Statement on JCPOA Commitment

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh has condemned the irresponsible stances held by Britain, Germany, and France (the E3) in their statement on Iran's cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

Iran’s Foreign Minister Meets New Envoys of Slovakia, Thailand, Japan

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif held separate meetings with the new ambassadors of Slovakia, Thailand, and Japan in Tehran.

Iranian, British Top Diplomats Hold Phone Talks

Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif had a telephone conversation with his British counterpart Dominic Raab on Monday.

Iran, Italy Eager to Enhance Cultural Ties

Officials from Iran and Italy have weighed plans to promote cultural cooperation between the two nations with closer interaction among the arts centres.

Iran’s Science Minister Condoles with Afghanistan over Kabul Attack

Iran's Minister of Science, Research and Technology Mansour Gholami has expressed condolences to Afghanistan’s Acting Minister of Higher Education Abbas Basir on the recent deadly terrorist attack on Kabul University.

Iranian, German Diplomats Discuss Afghan Developments

The special envoys of Iran and Germany discussed the latest developments in Afghanistan in a telephone conversation on Saturday.

Iran Strongly Condemns Nice Terrorist Attack

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has strongly denounced a terrorist attack in the French city of Nice, but at the same time warned about “ugly provocations” that breed more radicalism.

Ayatollah Khamenei Raps French President’s Insult to Prophet of Islam

Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has denounced the president of France’s “stupid” support for disrespect for Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) as an insult to the reason of the French voters who elected Macron.

Insult to Prophet of Islam Far from Political Maturity: Iran

Chief of Staff of the Iranian President has denounced the French insults to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) as a measure lacking in political maturity and rationalism.

Rouhani Scolds Macron, Praises Muslim World for Its Decisive Reaction

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has lashed out at French President Emmanuel Macron for his anti-Islam stances, and praised the Muslim world for its “decisive and timely” reaction to the European leader’s insult.

Iran Summons French Envoy over Macron’s Anti-Islam Stances

The Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has summoned the French charge d'affaires to Tehran in protest at Paris authorities’ insistence on adopting anti-Islam stances.

France Must Stop ‘Dangerous Game’ of Insulting Prophet Muhammad: Iran

A senior Iranian military commander has condemned the anti-Islam stances adopted by French President Emmanuel Macron, warning the French official against such a dangerous game.

Anti-Islamism Expediting Fall of US, Zionism: Iran’s IRGC

The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps has warned hegemonic powers to brace themselves for a proper response from the Muslim society after the French officials’ insulting remarks against the Prophet of Islam, saying such anti-Islamic moves would only speed up the collapse of the US and the Israeli regime.

Macron’s Islamophobic Remarks Show He’s Politically Immature: Iran

Iran's top security official has lashed out at French President Emmanuel Macron for his Islamophobic remarks, advising him to read history more and not pin his hopes on the US and Israeli support.

Iran Condemns Continued Insults in France to Prophet Muhammad

Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Saeed Khatibzadeh has strongly condemned the obstinate continuation of French moves insulting the Prophet of Islam, Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

Iranian, Ukrainian Diplomats Hold New Round of Political Talks

Ranking diplomats from Iran and Ukraine held the second round of political talks between the two countries in Tehran on Monday.

Iran’s Foreign Minister, Ukrainian Diplomat Discuss Plane Crash

Head of a Ukrainian diplomatic delegation that is visiting Iran for a new round of talks on the January crash of a passenger plane has held talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif.

Iran Denies Allegations against Its Diplomat Arrested in Belgium

Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh has rejected the allegation that the Iranian diplomat arrested in Belgium has threatened Belgian officials with retaliation, describing the claim, raised by Reuters and some other European media, as shallow fabrication.

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