Middle East

Grand Ayatollah: National flag must be the only flag raised across Iraq

The senior Iraqi cleric urges the government to accelerate efforts to take back the cities fallen into the hands of ISIL terrorists.

President Rouhani orders report on Saudi sex abuse

President Rouhani has ordered the preparation of "a precise and comprehensive" report on the recent sexual abuse of two Iranian teenagers by Saudi officers at the Jeddah airport.

Larijani cautions against hasty decisions on nuclear dispute

I would like to advise those who are concerned about the future of the country to exercise vigilance and avoid creating circumstances which may be exploited, said Larijani.

Rafsanjani says Yemen to be quagmire of aggressors

The deterioration of the humanitarian situation in Yemen and completely wrong analyses about the country are in line with the goals of the enemies of Islam, said Rafsanjani.

People in Tehran hold protest rally outside Saudi embassy

Demonstrators in Tehran called for the closure of the Saudi embassy in Iran and speedy punishment of those behind the sexual abuse of Iranian teens.

If Saudi offenders go unpunished, controlling Iranian sentiments would be difficult

The Supreme Leader’s representative for Hajj affairs says that if Saudi Arabia fails to punish those who sexually abused Iranian teens, Iran is likely to make a new decision on Hajj.

Zarif: Military attack not to help Yemen

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has said military attacks, bombardment and destruction of infrastructure won’t help Yemen.

Everything lies in details, says Leader on nuclear talks

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says it is the very specifics of the nuclear negotiations between Iran and six world powers that would determine the fate of the talks.

Saudi government perpetrated crimes against humanity in Yemen

Iran's parliament speaker has said that many problems of the Islamic world come from the negligence of the Muslims about enemy plots.

Zarif calls for Yemeni solution to Yemen situation

Foreign Minister Zarif has said that all countries, including Iran and Saudi Arabia, should help to end the war against Yemen.

To go between nations or go beyond norms

Javan daily examines where Turkey under President Erdogan stands as conflicts are boiling over in the flashpoint Middle East region.

Iran opposes foreign meddling in all countries, including Yemen: Supreme Leader

Ayatollah Khamenei said an end to attacks on Yemen and termination of foreign interference are key to settling the crisis of this country.  

Iran, Turkey urge joint action against extremism

The Iranian president stated that Tehran and Ankara should boost bilateral efforts to tackle terrorism in the region.

Iran voices concern over dire situation of Palestinians in Yarmuk camp

Afkham called on the UN to act on its responsibilities with regard to the human tragedy and oblige the countries which support the terrorists to cut their arms and financial aid.

Turkey’s President Erdogan arrives in Iran for talks

Iran and Turkey are expected to sign a document to expand their cooperation during President Erdogan's daylong visit.

Nuclear deal to boost Iran’s influence in region: Nasrallah

As a result of the deal Iran will become wealthier and more influential, Secretary General of the Lebanese Hezbollah Seyyed Hassan Nasrallah said.

Iran, Pakistan stress peaceful resolution of Yemen crisis

During the telephone conversation Larijani said Iran believes that Yemen's crisis should be resolved through national dialogue among all Yemeni political factions.

Iranian President’s Yemen message delivered to Iraqi PM

Mr. Rouhani also appealed to Iraq and international institutions to try their best to end the aggression and send humanitarian aid to the stricken country.

Yemenis in Iran protest Saudi aggression against their homeland

The protesters gathered outside the Saudi embassy in Tehran, chanting slogans against Saudi Arabia, the US and Israel.

Iran felicitates Iraq on Tikrit liberation

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Marzieh Afkham congratulated the Iraqi army and popular and tribal forces for their courageous victory in Salahuddin province.

Iran decries Saudi military intervention in Yemen

Iran’s deputy foreign minister said that the Saudi military intervention in Yemen is a strategic mistake and won’t help solve Yemen’s problems.

Official urges FM to call off Erdogan visit unless he apologizes

Hossein Mozafar said the Ministry of Foreign Affairs should act more decisively and call off Erdogan’s Tehran visit unless he apologizes for what he has said.

I won’t cancel my visit on the strength of protests by Iranian MPs: Erdogan

In insulting comments, the Turkish president said Iranian MPs protesting against his comments about Iran’s role in Yemen are out of their league.

Iran rejects arms dispatch accusations

Afkham denounced allegations about Iran sending weapons to Yemen as “complete fabrications” and “sheer lies”.

Deputy FM urges Red Crescent to help war-stricken Yemenis

Deputy Foreign Minister Hassan Ghashghavi said the solution to the problems of Yemen does not go through foreign intervention or military aggression.

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