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Europe

“Macron Should Recall France’s Arming of Saddam against Iran”

An Iranian commentator says French President Emmanuel Macron, who is calling for further transparency on Iran’s defensive program, has forgotten that his country armed Iraq’s Saddam Hussein in war against Iran.

Iran Receives €20m Aid from EU for Safe Nuclear Energy

The European Union has provided Iran with a €20 million donation to help it develop safe nuclear energy, said the spokesperson of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI).

Iran FM, EU’s Schmid Discuss Bilateral, Regional Issues

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and visiting Secretary General of the European External Action Service, Helga Schmid, have held talks in Tehran.

Iran Warns French President over Interventionist Remark

Ali Akbar Velayati, a senior aide to Iran’s Leader, has warned French President Emmanuel Macron against interfering in the internal affairs of Iran, saying such meddlesome comments are not in the interests of Macron and his country.

UK to Pay £400m Debt to Iran in Coming Days: Envoy

Iran's ambassador to Britain says an outstanding debt owed by the UK to Tehran will be transferred to the Central Bank of Iran soon, in what will mark an end to the decades-long legal dispute between the two sides.

“Iran’s Oil Ministry Showing Tolerance towards France’s Total”

An Iranian lawmaker says the Oil Ministry is showing tolerance vis-à-vis the French oil giant Total given the firm’s indicating that it might rethink its agreement with the ministry.

Iran, Italy to Enhance Cooperation in Culture, Art

Iranian and Italian officials have highlighted the necessity of working closer together in the fields of culture and art.

EU Serious in Promotion of Agriculture Ties with Iran

The European Union's Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development Phil Hogan says the EU is determined to expand its ties with Iran in all fields, particularly agriculture and food products.

EU Delegation’s Visit to Iran “Just for Show”: MP

An Iranian lawmaker says the visit of a 70-member European delegation to Iran is just a show and they are seeking their political goals rather than economic ones.

Spokesman Expresses Regret over Macron’s Iran Comments

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi says Iran expects France not to be swayed by the allegations raised by some Persian Gulf states with the aim of tarnishing the image of the Islamic Republic.

EU’s Mogherini, Iran’s Zarif Meet in Uzbekistan

EU Foreign Policy Chief Federica Mogherini and Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif have held talks in the Uzbek city of Samarkand.

Iranian Writers Invited to Visit Italy

The Italian Writers’ Association has invited Iranian writers to visit the country and write new stories or complete their unfinished works there.

Swedish National Speaks of Move to Get Imam Hussein Known Worldwide

A Swedish national who serves food and drink to mourners heading to Karbala says Arba’een pilgrimage can help get Imam Hussein and his uprising known worldwide.

Iranian Play to Portray Lives of Polish WWII Refugees

A play named “Isfahan, the City of Polish Children” written by the Iranian dramatist Mohammad Charmshir and choreographed by Roxana Mehrafzun will be staged in City Theatre of Tehran from November 27 to December 3.

‘Trip to Persia’ Photo Exhibition Opens in Spain

The Spanish city of Badajoz is hosting an exhibition of photos taken from Iran to provide visitors with a better insight of the country’s civilization and historical monuments.

Cartoonist Trying to Correct Misconceptions about Iranian Women

On the sidelines of the First Art Festival of Farsi-speakers in Europe, the solo exhibition of Iranian cartoonistPante’aVaeznia will be held with the theme of ‘Women's rights in Iran’.

President Downplays Allegations about Iran’s Regional Presence

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has hit back at claims raised about the Islamic Republic’s regional presence and defensive power, vowing that the country will continue to pursue its interests in the region.

Iran President Congratulates Hungary on National Day

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has congratulated his Hungarian counterpart on the country’s Independence Day.

EU’s Schmid Due in Iran for Talks on JCPOA, Energy

Helga Maria Schmid, the secretary general of the European External Action Service, plans to pay an official visit to Tehran in November to discuss a range of issues with Iranian officials.

Iran Should Reap All Benefits of Nuclear Deal: Austria FM

Austrian Foreign Minister Sebastian Kurz, who is expected to become the European country's chancellor, has reaffirmed Vienna’s support for a nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers (known as JCPOA).

Iranian, Portuguese Universities Start Mutual Cooperation

The officials of Tehran University of Medical Sciences and the Portuguese University of Coimbra have signed an agreement for joint scientific and educational cooperation and exchange of technology.

Europe Only Paying Lip Service to Iran: Top Security Official

Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Ali Shamkhani says Europe has not done much to prove its support for the Islamic Republic since the nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers was implemented.

Iran Navy Commander Meets European Navy Leaders

Iran’s Navy Commander Rear Admiral Habbibollah Sayyari, who is in Italy to attend the Regional Seapower Symposium (RSS), has held talks with a number of his counterparts from European and regional states.

Czech Republic Interested in Investing in Iran’s Steel Industry

A senior official from the Czech Republic has voiced Prague’s interest in investing in the Iranian steel industry given the significant progress the Islamic Republic has made in this area.

German Couple Takes Cycling Trip to Iran

A German couple has cycled to Iran to get closely familiar with the Iranian culture and tourist sites.

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