Middle East

Victory Belongs to Yemen: Ayatollah Khamenei

Leader of Iran's Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei assured the Yemeni nation that its resolute defense against the cruel foreign aggression will result in an ultimate victory, and reminded Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates that their ploys will get nowhere.

FM Zarif Warns US about Triggering Arms Race in Mideast

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has warned against an arms race in the Middle East, saying recent US weapons sales have turned the Persian Gulf region into a "tinderbox ready to blow up".

Iranian FM, Qatari Emir Call for Enhancement of Ties

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani have discussed promotion of “brotherly” relations between Tehran and Doha in a meeting on Monday.

Iran, Yemen Discuss Implementation of Stockholm Deals

Ali-Asghar Khaji, a senior assistant to Iran’s foreign minister in special political affairs, has held talks on Yemen peace process with Mohammed Abdul-Salam, the spokesman for the Arab country’s Ansarullah Movement and the chief negotiator of the National Salvation Government.

Iranian, Turkish Presidents Discuss Promotion of Ties

Iran's President Hassan Rouhani and his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan have called for further enhancement of bilateral relations in a phone conversation.

Political Solution Only Way Out of Yemen Crisis: Iran

Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Javad Zarif has called for an immediate end to the bloodshed in Yemen, expressing Tehran's support for a political solution based on the Stockholm Agreements.

Iran Congratulates Muslim States on Eid al-Adha

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has congratulated Muslim leaders on the Eid al-Adha, calling for further unity among Islamic states to counter hegemonic powers' unilateralism and terrorism in the world.

Muslim Unity Key to Ending Israeli Tyranny against Palestine: Zarif

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has called on the Muslim world to unite against the Israeli regime’s tyranny against Palestinians, preventing Tel Aviv and Washington from imposing the “Humiliation of the Century” on Palestine.

Saudi Arabia Seriously after Negotiating with Iran: Report

Several sources, often close to Iran, speak of a change in the Saudis’ position towards Iran, and accordingly, Riyadh appears to be seeking to begin serious talks with Tehran on maritime security and deployment in the Persian Gulf region, the Arabic newspaper Rai al-Youm argues.

Iran Condoles with Ansarullah Chief over Brother’s Death

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has offered condolences to Abdul-Malik Badreddin al-Houthi, the leader of Yemen’s Ansarullah Movement, on the martyrdom of his brother Ibrahim.

Hajj Great Opportunity to Combat ‘Deal of Century’: Iran Leader

Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has called on Muslim people around the world, especially the Hajj pilgrims, to counter “Deal of the Century”, the US’ initiative for the Middle East.

Any New War Major Threat to Israel: IRGC Chief

Chief-Commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has warned against the outbreak of a fresh conflict in the region, saying its repercussions will deal a major blow to the Israeli regime.

Alarm for Abdul-Mahdi’s Gov’t: Time Running Short in Land of Political Executions

It took more than eight months for Adil Abdul-Mahdi to complete his cabinet after being elected prime minister of Iraq (from October 2018 when the government was formed with 14 ministers), and the full-fledged government has been active for more than a month.

Saw Your Critic into Pieces and Still Enjoy US Support: Iran

Iran’s foreign minister says all actions of a country or individual are justifiable if they have cordial relations with a power centre.

Iran Glad to See Neighbours Getting Out of B-Team: Zarif

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has hailed the recent thaw in ties between Tehran and Persian Gulf Arab states, saying the Islamic Republic welcomes the decrease in the B-Team members.

Photo Exhibition in Iran Depicts Sufferings of Iraqi Kurdish Refugees

A photo exhibition is underway in Tehran, portraying the sufferings of refugees and the migration of Iraqi Kurds during the rule of former Iraqi strongman Saddam Hussein.

Iranian Official Confers on Closer Ties with Turkish President

Iranian President’s Chief of Staff Mahmoud Vaezi and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan held talks on a range of issues, including ways to boost bilateral trade between the two neighboring countries.

Iranian Diplomat, UN Official Discuss Syria Peace in Nur-Sultan

Senior Assistant to Iran's Foreign Minister in Special Political Affairs Ali-Asghar Khaji has held talks with Khawla Matar, the Special Envoy of the UN Secretary-General for Syria.

Iran’s Regional Policy in Time

With an analytical and policy-oriented approach, the recently published book "Iran’s Regional Policy in Time", authored by Dr. Kayhan Barzegar, focuses on the aims and principles of Iran’s national and security interests, explaining how and why Iran’s regional policy has been consistent in the course of the time.

What Does Israel Want in Iraq?

An Iranian political analyst has enumerated the reasons behind the Israeli regime’s willingness to get closer to Iraq, saying Tel Aviv’s main objective is to cut off Iran’s links with the axis of anti-Israel nations in the Middle East.

‘Kill 3,000 Americans and Escape Punishment by Buying US Arms’

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the United States is opposed to the Islamic Republic for its refusal to surrender, but is okay with the killing of hundreds of its citizens by those who buy American weapons.

Baghdad’s Silence on Israeli Raids against Iraqi Soil Raises Eyebrows

Baghdad has laid the groundwork for confrontation among regional countries by allowing Israel to conduct attacks on the Iraqi soil. The question that arises here is, has the Iraqi government abandoned neutrality?

UAE Coast Guard Officials in Tehran for Talks amid PG Tensions

A six-member delegation of senior coast guard officials of the United Arab Emirates has arrived in Tehran for talks with Iranian officials amid recent tensions in the Persian Gulf.

Iran Condemns Deadly Saudi Air Raid on Yemen

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has condemned the latest Saudi-led airstrikes on a market in northern Yemeni province of Sa’ada which left dozens of civilians dead or wounded.

ISIS Weapons, Equipment on Show in Tehran

A number of weapons and vehicles seized from the ISIS terrorist group has been put on show at the Holy Defence Museum in Tehran.

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