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Iran’s Shamkhani: Execution of Shiite Cleric Unveils Riyadh’s Sectarian Policy

Emad Askarieh -
A senior Iranian security official on Wednesday deplored the execution of a prominent Shiite cleric by Saudi Arabia, and said that the move demonstrated Riyadh’s sectarianism.
Foreign Policy

Iran, Kuwait diplomatic ties untouched: Envoy

Emad Askarieh -
Iranian ambassador in Kuwait has rejected media reports over reduction or severance of the diplomatic ties between Tehran and Kuwait.
Hard News

All missing Iranian Hajj pilgrims identified: Iran

Emad Askarieh -
All Iranian pilgrims listed as “missing” in last year's deadly crush during Hajj rituals in Mina, near the holy Saudi city of Mecca, have been identified, the head of Iran’s Hajj and Pilgrimage Organization says.
Foreign Policy

Saudi Arabia needs to stop fueling tension in Mideast, Iran says

Emad Askarieh -
Zarif told a press conference with his Iraqi counterpart the Saudis have moved against measures taken by Iran to contribute to the restoration of peace and unity in the region.
Foreign Policy

Iran denies reports of Kuwait downgrading ties

Emad Askarieh -
The Kuwaiti ambassador traveled to his country only for consultation, an informed source at Iran’s Foreign Ministry said.
Middle East

Iran won’t be checkmated by the Saudis

Golrokh Askarieh -
A closer look at Iran's foreign policy over the past three decades shows one delicate point: adventurism has no place in Iran's foreign policy, reads an article on Asr-e Iran website.
Foreign Policy

UN envoy: Iran doing best to arrest attackers of Saudi Embassy

Golrokh Askarieh -
Iran's UN ambassador has expressed regret that some protesters entered the Saudi Embassy building in Tehran and caused some damage to it despite efforts by the law enforcement forces to prevent them from doing so.
Middle East

Senior cleric describes embassy attack as wrong move

Golrokh Askarieh -
Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi, a Shiite source of emulation, has rejected as inappropriate the storming of the Saudi diplomatic missions in Iran following the execution of Sheikh Nimr al-Nimr.
Middle East

Iran calls off Major Hajj

Emad Askarieh -
The spokesman of parliament's Judicial and Legal Affairs Committee has said Major Hajj has been cancelled due to the severance of ties between Iran and Saudi Arabia.
Middle East

Execution of Nimr, a message by Riyadh to Tehran

Golrokh Askarieh -
Dr. Abdolamir Nabavi says he believes the execution of Nimr was part of a ploy by hardliners both inside the kingdom and outside to muddy the waters and render relations with Iran tense.
Foreign Policy

Official: Saudi Arabia can’t cover up mistake by cutting ties with Iran

Golrokh Askarieh -
Iran says that Saudi Arabia has fueled insecurity in the region by making strategic mistakes and adopting hasty and unwise policies which have led to the spread of terrorism and extremism.
Foreign Policy

Iran warns of extremism fallout in Mideast

Emad Askarieh -
The Iranian foreign minister also underscored the need for coordinated regional and international efforts to halt measures against religious groups.
Middle East

Saudis made a mistake; tough days lie ahead

Golrokh Askarieh -
The editor-in-chief of Rai al-Youm says his newspaper opposes the death penalties handed down by a corrupt Saudi judicial system which does not appreciate the minimum values of justice and its tools.
Foreign Policy

President Rouhani: Saudi sectarianism behind execution of Sheikh Nimr

Golrokh Askarieh -
The Iranian nation will not allow disobedient groups and individuals inside the country to use this crime as a pretext to conduct illegal acts and cause disgrace for the establishment.
Hard News

Leader condemns Saudi execution of Sheikh Nimr

Golrokh Askarieh -
The Supreme Leader has slammed the silence of those who claim to be advocates of freedom, democracy and human rights, and their support for the Saudi regime which is killing innocent people.
Foreign Policy

Tehran underlines the security of Saudi diplomatic missions in Iran

Golrokh Askarieh -
Tehran police have made a few arrests outside the Saudi embassy in the capital, urging people to pursue their protest at the execution of Sheikh Nimr through legal channels.
Foreign Policy

Iran summons Saudi deputy mission chief over Nimr execution

Emad Askarieh -
Tehran has said that Saudi Arabia has committed strategic mistakes by violating the rights of Shiite Muslims and minorities, adding the regime is the main drive behind the spread of terrorism in the region.
Human Rights

Iran strongly condemns execution of Sheikh Nimr

Golrokh Askarieh -
Iranian officials have denounced the execution of a prominent Shiite cleric, urging the world of Islam to show reaction to the killing of Sheikh Nimr al-Nimr.
Human Rights

Saudi executes 47 people, including Sheikh Nimr

Golrokh Askarieh -
Riyadh says it has executed top Shiite cleric Sheikh Nimr al-Nimr and 47 others, defying international calls for the release of the jailed political dissidents.
Foreign Policy

Tightened security measures in Bahrain concerning: Iran

Emad Askarieh -
Iranian Foreign Ministry has advised Bahrain to resume serious dialog with recognized leaders of popular movements to find a peaceful and political solution to the country’s crisis.
Crisis

Iran urges ‘smart’ approaches to Mideast crises

Emad Askarieh -
The deputy foreign minister said Iran’s policy is based on expansion of relations with the Persian Gulf littoral states and called on Tehran and Doha to continue talks with aimed at improving ties.
Hard News

Muslim countries proud of Hezbollah: Iran’s FM

Emad Askarieh -
Iran’s top diplomat also described Hezbollah’s approaches, which involve boosting Lebanese people’s unity, as being in the interest of everyone.
Foreign Policy

Iran dismisses Arab League claims as biased, unconstructive

Emad Askarieh -
Despite the unfriendly stance of some countries, Iran will continue to play a constructive role in easing tensions and defusing crises, the Foreign Ministry spokesman said.
Hard News

Russia-Turkey row against region interests: Leader’s aide

Emad Askarieh -
If there is a difference among regional countries or Muslim states, it should be settled through dialog and we should not interfere in each other’s internal affairs, Velayati said.
Hard News

UN must be cornerstone in Syria national talks: Iran

Emad Askarieh -
Iranian deputy FM said the crisis in Syria will only be resolved through respecting the country’s sovereignty, independence, national unity and territorial integrity as well as the Syrian people’s will.
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