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7 things to consider before sending troops to Syria

Golrokh Askarieh -
Saudi Arabia has offered to deploy ground forces in support of the US-led coalition’s fight against the Islamic State (IS) in Syria — apparently with American support. Such a move will undoubtedly make the conflict even more nightmarish.
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Zarif urges parties’ seriousness in Syrian talks

Fatemeh Askarieh -
Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif stressed the need for the West and the regional states to understand the threat of the extremist group of Daesh and the realities on the ground in the region.
Local

Anniversary of Islamic Revolution was marked in Iranian embassy in Damascus

Emad Askarieh -
A ceremony was held in Iranian Embassy in Syrian capital Damascus marking 37th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution.
Hard News

Syrian Forces Advance in Terrorist-Held Areas in Daraa, Latakia

Emad Askarieh -
Syrian army troops backed by popular forces continued their advances against foreign-backed terrorists in various areas of the country, including the northern province of Latakia and southwestern province of Daraa.
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Saudi troops in Syria very dangerous: Iran official

Emad Askarieh -
Iran's top security official has warned that a potential troop deployment by regional countries to Syria would be a “very dangerous” decision.
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Saudis Unable to Attack Syria: Iranian General

Emad Askarieh -
Deputy Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Brigadier General Massoud Jazayeri said Saudi Arabia lacks the ability to directly get engaged in the war on Syria, noting that Riyadh has already used up its energy in the plots against Iraq and Yemen.
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Moscow questions UN impartiality in Syria crisis

Emad Askarieh -
The Russian Foreign Ministry has striken back at UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon's accusations of Syria peace talks failure after he alleged Russian role in the suspension of the talks, local media reported.
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What Price Will the UAE Pay for its Emotional Decision to Go Along with Saudi Arabia?

IFP Editorial Staff -
The United Arab Emirates, which has always followed Saudi policies, and has taken part in the killings of Yemeni people led by Riyadh, announced its readiness to send ground troops into Syria along with the Saudis. However, it is not known whether the UAE has thought about the repercussions of its decisions or not.
Crisis

Saudi Arabia says US has welcomed troops offer for Syria

Emad Askarieh -
Saudi Arabia says the United States has welcomed Riyadh’s offer to contribute forces to a potential ground incursion by a US-led coalition in Syria.
Foreign Policy

Iran’s FM Highlights Role of European Nations to Settle Syria Crisis

Golrokh Askarieh -
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said European countries can play a significant role in the political resolution of the Syrian crisis.
Hard News

Saudis Lack Military Capability to Change Region’s Status Quo: Iranian Commander

Golrokh Askarieh -
A top IRGC commander slammed Saudi Arabia for fomenting regional turmoil and backing the Takfiri terrorist groups, but at the same time underlined that the Riyadh regime lacks the ability to cause a change in the region’s developments militarily.
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Syria FM warns against any foreign ‘ground intervention’

Emad Askarieh -
Syrian Foreign Minister Walid al-Muallem has warned against any foreign ground intervention in his country after reports emerged that Saudi Arabia and Turkey are considering the dispatch of troops to Syria.
Hard News

Saudi Arabia Lacks Courage to Deploy Forces to Syria: IRGC Commander

Golrokh Askarieh -
Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Mohammad Ali Jafari shrugged off the Saudi regime’s threat to deploy forces to war-stricken Syria as empty bravado.
Hard News

Iranian General Warns against Saudi Troop Deployment in Syria

Golrokh Askarieh -
Major General Mohsen Rezaei, a former Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), warned Riyadh against the deployment of its troops to Syria, saying that it would ignite a major regional war.
Crisis

Saudi Military Intervention in Syria Amounts to War, Russia Warns

Emad Askarieh -
A Russian deputy warned Saudi Arabia that any military ground operation in Syria without the Damascus government's consent amounts to a declaration of war.
Foreign Policy

Zarif: London conference on Syria good opportunity to outline Iran plans

Emad Askarieh -
The Syria Donors Conference is an ample opportunity for the Islamic Republic of Iran to put forward its plans for addressing the crisis in Syria and helping the country, says Iran's Foreign Minister.
Hard News

Iran warns against consequences of Iraq breakup

Emad Askarieh -
A senior Iranian official has warned that any plan to disintegrate Iraq would have adverse consequences for security and stability in the entire Middle East.
Europe

Iranian FM Zarif arrives in London for Syria aid conference

Emad Askarieh -
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has arrived in London to take part in an international conference aimed at raising aid for the people of war-torn Syria.
Foreign Policy

Senior MP calls Riyadh as obstacle to success of Syria talks

Golrokh Askarieh -
Saudi Arabia excessive demands are an obstacle to resolution of political negotiations for peace in Syria, Chairman of the Iranian Parliament (Majlis) Commission on National Security and Foreign Policy Alaeddin Boroujerdi said on Wednesday.
Europe

Iran wants Saudi to drop hostile policies: Zarif

Emad Askarieh -
The Iranian foreign minister says Saudi Arabia must drop its hostile policies against the Islamic Republic.
Foreign Policy

Iran denies sending Afghan fighters to Syria

Emad Askarieh -
Iran has dismissed "fabricated" reports about recruiting Afghan refugees to fight in Syria, saying such claims are propagandistic.
Hard News

Riyadh Has No Right to Decide for Syria: Envoy

Emad Askarieh -
Syria’s ambassador to the United Nations Bashar al-Jaafari Bashar al-Jaafari on Tuesday ruled out any role for terrorist groups and non-Syrian sides like the Saudi regime in the ongoing Geneva negotiations with opposition groups.
Hard News

Syrian Army Close to Breaking Siege of Aleppo Northern Villages

Emad Askarieh -
The Syrian military forces made further advances in their fightback against terrorist groups in northern Syria with an operation to break a long-running siege by Takfiri militants on the villages of al-Zahraa and Nubl, northwest of Aleppo.
Hard News

Saudis ‘force’ YouTube to block Iran TV

Emad Askarieh -
Video-sharing website YouTube has reportedly blocked an account belonging to Iranian Arabic-language news network Al-Alam under pressure from Saudi Arabia, the TV channel says.
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Iran, Saudi Arabia must compromise, resolve Mideast tensions: UN

Emad Askarieh -
United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon says Iran and Saudi Arabia should compromise and interact responsibly vis-à-vis the tensions in the Middle East.
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