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Iran Says Always Ready for Dialogue with All Regional States

TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyed Abbas Mousavi underlined Tehran’s readiness for talks with regional countries, saying there is no other way than dialogue for resolution of differences.

Barzani Says Kurdistan Won’t Turn into Staging Ground for Attacking Iran

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has met with Masoud Barzani, the former President of the Kurdistan Region and the leader of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), in Erbil.

Iranian Minister, Iraqi Politician Discuss War on Terror

Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Javad Zarif and head of Iraq’s Fatah Alliance, Hadi (Abu Hassan) al-Amiri, have held talks about the joint fight against terrorism.

Iran’s Foreign Minister Meets Iraqi President in Baghdad

Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Javad Zarif had held a meeting with President of Iraq Barham Salih in Baghdad.

Iran FM Holds Talks with Iraqi PM ahead of al-Kadhimi’s Riyadh Visit

Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Javad Zarif and Prime Minister of Iraq Mustafa Al-Kadhimi have held a meeting in Baghdad.

Iran, Iraq Reaffirm Determination to Boost Economic Ties

The foreign ministers of Iran and Iraq have expressed the two countries’ determination to broaden the bilateral economic and trade ties.

Top Iranian, Iraqi Diplomats Hold Talks in Baghdad

Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Javad Zarif and his Iraqi counterpart Fuad Hussein held two rounds of meetings in Baghdad on Sunday.

Zarif in Baghdad to Discuss Regional Cooperation, US Crimes with Iraqis

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has unveiled plans for talks on regional cooperation with the Iraqi authorities in a visit to Baghdad, saying discussions will be also held about the US’ "criminal" activities and assassination of top commander Lt. General Qassem Soleimani.

Critics of Turkey’s Hagia Sofia Decision Fail to Recognize a Successful Compromise

A July 10, 2020 Turkish court ruling that annulled a 1934 cabinet decree regarding Hagia Sofia has been widely criticized across the world, but those who are sad and or angry may want to consider how Turkey says it intends to implement the plan.

Iran Condemns Fatal Saudi-Led Airstrikes on Yemen

Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has strongly condemned the Saudi-led coalition's latest airstrikes that have killed civilians in Yemen’s provinces of Hajjah and Jawf.

Iran Working Towards Restoration of Peace in Yemen: Zarif

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has discussed the latest developments in the region and in Yemen with Hisham Sharaf Abdullah, the foreign minister of the Yemeni National Salvation Government.

Iran Urges GCC Chief to Stop Blame Game, Focus on Ending Yemen War

Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman has denounced "unfounded" anti-Iran accusations levelled by the Secretary General of the Persian Gulf Cooperation Council about Yemen.

Iran Calls for Multilateral Cooperation among Regional States

Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has held talks with his Kuwaiti counterpart Sheikh Ahmad Nasser Al-Mohammad Al-Sabah using a video conference call.

Yemen’s Ansarullah Hits Saudi Oil Facility in Missile Attack: Spokesman

Yemen's Houthi Ansarullah says its forces have hit a large oil facility in the southern Saudi Arabian city of Jizan in drone and missile attacks overnight.

Tehran Denies US Claim of Seizing Iranian Ship Carrying Arms to Yemen

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has rejected the US' “baseless” claim of seizing an Iranian ship carrying weapons to Yemen.

Iran, Syria Ink Comprehensive Military Deal

Top commanders from Iran and Syria have signed a comprehensive agreement on military cooperation between the two allies.

Iran Urges UN Chief to Help Find Diplomats Abducted in Lebanon

Iran has called on the United Nations to help set up a fact-finding committee to shed light on the fate of four Iranian diplomats kidnapped in Lebanon about 40 years ago.

US, Israel Concerned over Iran’s Power: FM Zarif

The Iranian foreign minister says the capabilities and power of the Islamic Republic are a source of concern for the United States and Israel.

Leader Vows Iran’s Unwavering Support for Palestine‌

Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has reaffirmed the country’s commitment to supporting the Palestinian people and defensing their rights in the battle with Israel.

US Had Grudge against Soleimani for His Role in Fighting Terror: Iran

A senior Iranian official says the United States and the Israeli regime had a grudge against assassinated Lieutenant General Qassem Soleimani as he was instrumental in the war on terror.

Has Iran Found Whereabouts of Its Abducted Diplomats after 37 Years?

There are unconfirmed reports that the remains and burial site of the four Iranian diplomats who were abducted in Lebanon in 1982 have been found.

Iran, Iraq Weigh Plans to Boost Defence Ties

Officials from Iran and Iraq have explored avenues to enhance defence and security cooperation between the two Muslim neighbours and carry out the previous military agreements.

US Presence Source of Instability in Syria: Iran’s President

President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Hassan Rouhani has called for an immediate withdrawal of the “terrorist American forces” from Syria, whom he slammed as a source of instability in the Arab country and the entire region.

Iran, Russia, Turkey Reaffirm Commitment to Syria Sovereignty

Presidents of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Russian Federation, and the Republic of Turkey have issued a joint statement, emphasising their strong commitment to the sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity of Syria.

Iranian, Qatari Special Envoys Hold Talks on Afghanistan

Iran and Qatar’s special envoys for Afghanistan have held a meeting in Doha, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran said.

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