Middle East

Iran Friend of Saudi, Bahraini, Emirati People: Rouhani

President Hassan Rouhani says Iran is a friend of the people of Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, and all other regional countries.

President: Iran Not after Rebuilding Its Empire

President of Iran Hassan Rouhani says Tehran is by no means seeking to create an empire, stressing that Iran’s regional clout arises from the Islamic Republic’s influence on the hearts and minds.

Iran Not Anti-Semitic, Wants Zionist Regime’s Elimination: Leader

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says Iran’s call for the annihilation of Israel has nothing to do with the Jewish people, but wants the elimination of the Zionist regime.

Iran Congratulates Muslim Nations on Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday

The President of the Islamic Republic of Iran has congratulated the governments and people of Islamic nations on the birthday of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

Islamic Unity Conference Kicks Off in Tehran

The 33rd edition of International Islamic Unity Conference has started in the Iranian capital of Tehran, marking the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

US, Israel Seeking to Consign Palestine Issue to Oblivion: Iran

The Iranian president has warned against the US and Israeli policies to relegate the issue of Palestine to oblivion.

Iran, Belgium Discuss Crises in Yemen, Syria

Director General for Multilateral Affairs and Globalisation at Belgium Ministry of Foreign Affairs Axel Kenes has met with Ali-Asghar Khaji, a Senior Assistant to Iran's Foreign Minister in Special Political Affairs and Iran's senior negotiator in Yemen and Syria talks.

Iran, Sweden Urge Implementation of Stockholm Deal on Yemen

Iranian Foreign Minister’s Senior Assistant for Special Political Affairs Ali-Asghar Khaji has held talks with Sweden’s Special Envoy for Syria Peter Semneby in Tehran.

Iran Says Dialogue Only Way to Resolve Regional Crises

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman says the country has always stressed the importance of dialogue and political negotiations as the only solution to regional problems and issues.

Iran Strongly Condemns Israeli Assassination of Palestinian Commander

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman has strongly condemned the Israeli regime's terrorist attack on Gaza Strip and the assassination of an Islamic Jihad commander.

Arab States Give Iran ‘Good Feedback’ after Receiving Its Letters

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi says the country has received “good feedbacks” from regional countries after sending them letters on the necessity of regional peace, particularly through the Hormuz Peace Endeavour (HOPE) initiative.

Zarif Hails Erdogan’s ‘Illuminating’ Remarks on Iraq Protests

Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has praised the remarks recently made by the Turkish president on the developments in Iraq.

Iran, Russia Discuss Regional Developments

Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Seyyed Abbas Araqchi has sat down with Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Bogdanov in Moscow.

Iran Warns of Plot to Exploit Rightful Demands of Iraqis, Lebanese

Chief of Staff of Iran's Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Baqeri has warned of plots to exploit the rightful demands of Iraqi and Lebanese protesters.

Karbala Tribe Chiefs Apologize to Iran over Consulate Attack

Heads of tribes in Karbala have apologized to the Iranian nation and government over a recent attack against the Islamic Republic’s consulate in the holy Iraqi city.

Erdogan Says Turkey Has Captured al-Baghdadi’s Wife

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says Turkey has captured a wife of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi more than a week after ISIS leader killed himself during a raid by US special forces.

Iran Raps Deal between Yemen’s Former Government, Separatists

Iran’s Foreign Ministry has dismissed a Saudi-initiated agreement between the resigned government of Yemen and the southern separatists, saying it would only stabilize the occupation of southern Yemen.

Turkey Walking on Tightrope Held by US and Russia

An Iranian expert of Turkish developments says Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is pursuing a policy of balancing power between the United States and Russia in Syria and is walking on a tightrope the two sides of which are controlled by Washington and Moscow. 

Iran Condemns Attack on Its Consulate in Iraq’s Karbala

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has condemned the recent moves against Iran's Consulate General in the Iraqi city of Karbala, and highlighted the acts taken by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran to maintain the security of the country’s missions in Iraq.

Iran Says Regional States Must Avoid Meddling in Iraq

Iran’s government spokesman has urged all regional states to avoid interfering in Iraq’s internal affairs, including the recent protests in the country.

Iran President Sends Peace Letters to Saudi King

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has sent letters to Saudi King Salman about regional peace, the Iranian administration’s spokesman says.

Lebanon Crisis May Get Worse after Hariri’s Resignation: Expert

An Iranian political analyst has weighed on possible future scenarios for Lebanon after recent developments, saying that the situation in the country may get worse after Prime Minister Saad Hariri's resignation.

Iran Confirms Presidential Letter to PGCC, Iraq Leaders

Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran has confirmed that President Hassan Rouhani has sent a letter to the Persian Gulf Cooperation Council (PGCC) Member States and Iraq.

Iran to Export Electricity to Syria Through Iraq: Minister

Iran’s energy minister says Tehran and Damascus are working on a framework for long-term cooperation in the electricity sector, including a plan to export Iran's power to the Arab country through Iraq.

Iran, Iraq Connect National Electricity Grids

Iran and Iraq have connected their national electricity grids in a ceremony with the participation of the Islamic Republic’s energy minister and the Iraqi deputy minister of electricity.

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