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Iranian, Swedish Diplomats Discuss Yemen Crisis

Senior advisor to Iran’s foreign minister in special political affairs Ali-Asghar Khaji held talks with Sweden's Special Envoy for Yemen Peter Semneby.

Iran, Qatar Call for Enhancement of Sports Ties

Iran’s Minister of Sports and Youth Masoud Soltanifar has met with Qatari Minister of Culture and Sports Salah bin Ghanim Al Ali.

Iran’s President Congratulates Qatari Emir on National Day

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has congratulated Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani on Qatar’s National Day.

Iran’s VP Congratulates Qatar on National Day

First Vice President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Es’haq Jahangiri has offered his congratulations to the Qatari people and government on the Arab country’s National Day.

Iran Raps Any Move against Maritime Security after Jeddah Tanker Blast

The spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran has denounced any threat to maritime security after the recent explosion of an oil tanker in the Red Sea.

Iran to Stand by Syria until Final Victory against Terrorists: Rouhani

The Iranian president has reiterated that Iran will stand by the Syrian government and people until final victory against terrorism, the return of Syrian refugees to their homeland and the reconstruction of Syria.

Iran’s Foreign Minister Condemns US Sanctions on Turkey

Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has rapped the US sanctions imposed on Turkey over its purchase of a Russian air defence system, expressing Tehran’s support for the Turkish nation and government.

Israel Assassinated Fakhrizadeh to Trigger Instability, War in Region: President

The Iranian president says by assassinating top Iranian scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, the Israeli regime sought to provoke tension in the region while lame-duck US President Donald Trump is spending his final days in office.

Iran Assured Erdogan Had No Ill Intention in Reciting Poem: Rouhani

President Hassan Rouhani has highlighted the close political and economic ties with Turkey, saying Tehran has been assured that the Turkish president had no ill intention in reciting a poem with dual meaning that aroused some resentment in Iran.

Iranian Diplomat Acclaims Oman’s Balanced Approach during Muscat Visit

Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Seyyed Abbas Araqchi has lauded the balanced approach the Sultanate of Oman has adopted to the regional and international issues.

Turkish FM Calls Zarif to Reaffirm Respect for Iran’s Sovereignty

Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkey Mevlut Cavusoglu has called his Iranian counterpart to give an assurance that Ankara respects the Islamic Republic’s sovereignty and territorial integrity after the Turkish president’s recitation of a poem provoked unease in Iran.

Iran Strongly Blasts Erdogan’s ‘Interventionist’ Remarks

Reactions are pouring in to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s interventionist remarks about the reunion of Azeri-speaking people of Iran and Azerbaijan Republic.

Iran Summons Turkish Envoy over President Erdogan’s Comments

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran has summoned Turkey’s ambassador in protest at Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s “interventionist” comments during a recent visit to Baku, the ministry’s spokesperson says.

Zarif Chides Erdogan for Secessionist Remarks about Azerbaijan

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has lashed out at Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan for a poem he recited in Baku about the separation of Azeri-speaking people north and south of Aras River.

Iran Congratulates Iraq on Anniversary of Victory over ISIS

Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran congratulated the Iraqi government and nation on the third anniversary of victory in the war on ISIS terrorist group.

Iran Blacklists US Envoy to Yemen for Complicity in Devastating War

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran has put US Ambassador to Yemen Christopher Henzel on Iran's list of sanctioned officials.

Iran, UN Discuss Latest Syria Developments

Senior diplomats from Iran and the United Nations have discussed the latest developments pertaining Syria, especially the country’s Constitutional Committee.

Iran Not to Accept Any New Negotiator in Possible Nuclear Talks: Ex-Diplomat

A former senior Iranian diplomat says the country will definitely not accept a proposal by some regional states to join potential negotiations on the Iran nuclear deal, officially known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).

US Seeking to Expand ISIS Terror Cells in Region: Iran

A senior Iranian official says the United States is seeking to reinforce and expand terror cells of the ISIS.

Tehran Rejects Calls by Saudis to Be Included in Iran-West Talks

The Iranian foreign ministry spokesman has dismissed a call by Saudi Arabia and Bahrain to be included in any possible international talks on Iran.

Tehran, Damascus Pursue Common Goal of Fighting Terror: President Rouhani

The Iranian president says Tehran and Damascus pursue the common goal of countering Israeli occupiers and terrorism.

Tehran Won’t Negotiate with West on Regional Issues: Zarif

The Iranian foreign minister says Iran will not negotiate with the West on the region, but always stands ready for talks with neighbouring countries.

Iran Welcomes Peaceful Settlement of Qatar-Saudi Row

The Iranian foreign ministry spokesman says the country welcomes a political settlement of tensions in the Persian Gulf region, including the row between Qatar and Saudi Arabia.

Iranian, Syrian FMs Discuss Latest Developments in Tehran

Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Javad Zarif and his Syrian counterpart Faisal Mekdad discussed a broad range of issues in a meeting in Tehran.

Syrian Foreign Minister to Visit Tehran in Maiden Foreign Trip

Syrian Foreign Minister Faisal Mekdad will visit Iran in his first foreign trip since his appointment as the Arab country's top diplomat.

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