Middle East

“Drop in Lira’s Value Due to Turkish Economy’s Dependence on Foreign Assets”

A senior Iranian official says the Turkish economy's dependence on foreign capital is to blame for a drop in the value of its currency.

Iran Dismisses Reports on Indirect Talks with Israel in Jordan

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has categorically rejected media reports on indirect negotiations between Iran and the Zionist regime over Syria.

“US, Israel, Saudi Arabia, UAE Seriously Pursuing Regime Change in Iran”

Senior political commentator Seyyed Hossein Mousavian says the US, Israel, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates have made a huge investment in pushing for a regime change in Iran.

Turkey May Buy Russian Su-57 If US Bars Sale of F-35 Jets

Turkey would likely opt to purchase Russian Sukhoi Su-57 twin-engine warplanes in place of US F-35 single-engine stealth fighter jets if Washington suspends the delivery of the latter in response to Ankara’s sale of S-400 anti-aircraft missile systems from Russia.

“Trump Disappointed His Expectations Not Met after JCPOA Decision”

Iran’s top security official Ali Shamkhani says things have not played out favourably for Donald Trump since he walked out of the 2015 nuclear deal earlier this month, as the world has so far stood up to the controversial US president.

Iran President Congratulates Aoun on Lebanon Liberation Day

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has congratulated the Lebanese nation and government on the 18th anniversary of the Arab country’s liberation day.

Bin Salman to End Rumours by Making Media Appearance: Source

The 32-year-old Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is possibly going to make a media appearance soon to scotch rumours that he has been injured in an April 21 shooting incident in Riyadh, said the Saudi whistleblower Mujtahidd.

Qatar Bans Citizens from Buying, Selling Saudi-Made Goods

The Qatari government has banned its citizens from buying or selling goods made in a Saudi-led group of countries that maintain a blockade on the country, in a move that further shatters hopes for the settlement of the political crisis.

Iran President Calls for Enhanced Cooperation with Jordan

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani has sent a congratulatory letter to Jordan's King Abdullah II over anniversary of the kingdom’s independence, saying Muslim countries now need unity and cooperation more than ever.

Saudi Princes Arrested in 2017 Purge in “Humiliating Situation”

The Saudi princes targeted in an anti-corruption campaign inside the kingdom are living in a “very humiliating situation”, said a dissident Saudi prince, adding that monitoring devices are fitted to their legs so Saudi leaders can monitor their movement.

“Iran Has Intelligence Data on Bases in Jordan, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar”

A top Iranian Army commander said the country has detailed intelligence data on the military bases in Saudi Arabia, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar.

“Sadr Movement Won’t Accept US Dictates on Iran”

The US dictates on the Islamic Republic of Iran are unacceptable for the Sadr bloc, said Head of the Political Bureau of Iraq’s Sadr Movement.

Emir of Kuwait Reaffirms Support for Gaza Marches of Return

The Kuwaiti Emir Sabah al-Ahmad al-Jaber al-Sabah has stressed the country’s continued support for the Palestinian cause, particularly the nation’s Marches of Return near Gaza border with Israel.

Iran to Continue Boosting Its Missile Capabilities: Shamkhani

Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Shamkhani says the country’s missile program is non-negotiable and the Islamic Republic continues to strengthen its defensive capabilities.

State-Run Saudi Outlet Publishes Photos of Bin Salman in Bid to Dispel Rumours

The Saudi national news agency published photos of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, apparently in a bid to quash speculations about the whereabouts of the 32-year-old hair to the Saudi throne who has not been seen in public since an April 21 shooting incident in Riyadh.

“US Targeting Iran’s Achilles’ Heel to Curtail Its Regional Influence”

A political commentator says Washington’s pullout from the Iran nuclear deal and re-imposing sanctions were basically aimed at cutting back Tehran’s influence in the Middle East.

General Soleimani Likes Muqtada al-Sadr Very Much: Iran Envoy

Iran’s Ambassador to Iraq Iraj Masjedi says most Iranian officials, especially IRGC Quds Force Commander Major General Qassem Soleimani, like Iraqi Shiite cleric Muqtada al-Sadr very much as far as he knows.

“Iran Not to Leave Syria before Assad Gov’t Wants It to”

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi reiterated Tehran’s policy of providing support for Damascus in the fight against terrorism and said the Islamic Republic’s advisory mission in Syria will continue as long as the Arab country’s government wants it.

Bin Salman Absent from another Major Ceremony in Saudi Arabia

Reports on mysterious disappearance of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman from public ceremonies continue to pour in.

Iran President, Jordan King Meet for First Time in 15 Years

Iran's president and Jordan's king have reportedly held a brief meeting on the sidelines of a special summit of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in Turkey.

“Closer Relations between Tehran, Ankara to Benefit Regional Stability”

Visiting Iranian President Hassan Rouhani highlighted the importance of Tehran-Ankara relations and said the development of cooperation between the two neighboring countries is to the benefit of both nations and strengthens regional stability.

World Must Boycott Israel over Atrocities in Palestine: Iran

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has called on Muslim countries and other world nations to revise their ties with the US and sever all their relations with Israel in response to their hostile policies against Palestine.

Muslim World Today Hates US More than Ever: Rouhani

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the Muslim World’s hatred for the US and its policies has never been as intense as it is today.

“Arab Intelligence Report Says Bin Salman Could Be Dead”

The Tehran-based newspaper Kayhan says it has obtained a copy of a report by an Arab intelligence apparatus that claims Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who has mysteriously disappeared for weeks, could be killed in a shooting incident late April.

“Muslim Communities Indifferent to Palestine Plight Don’t Believe in Quran”

Iran’s Leader Ayatollah Khamenei says the Islamic governments and communities that have kept silent over the misery of Palestine are estranged from the holy Quran.

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