Middle East

Assad praises Iran’s pivotal role in defeating terrorists in Syria

Dreams of some states for controlling the region, creating strife and even disintegrating certain countries will never come true, said Velayati in a meeting with the Syrian president.

Iran, Iraq defense ministers vow to broaden defense cooperation

Tehran is determined to broaden relations with the Iraqi government in various defensive and security fields, said the Iranian defense minister in a meeting with his Iraqi counterpart.

Muslims must fully counter Zionist enemy: Iran official

All Muslims should fully tap into their potential and draw up a strategic and overarching plan in a bid to liberate the Al-Aqsa Mosque, said Velayati.

Iran urges UN to create safe zone in Yemen

Iran's foreign minister has called on the UN to create a safe zone in Yemen to allow the delivery of humanitarian supplies to the poor country.

Syrian Opposition has to accept Iran in Geneva-3

The international community has digested the fact that regional problems cannot be solved in Iran’s absence, says a former ambassador.

Iran’s aid ship to arrive in Yemeni port on May 21

The vessel has been loaded with 700 tons of flour, 1,200 tons of rice, 400 tons of canned food, 50 tons of medication and health products, and 50 tons of mineral water.

Nasrallah Lashes Out at US, Israel for Creating Takfiri Terrorism

America is using Takfiri terrorists to weaken the Muslim community and tear it apart and to seize control of its capabilities, Nasrallah added.

No Saudi permission needed for Yemen aid delivery: Iran official

Iran has said that Saudi Arabia cannot decide for the UN and the countries helping Yemen.

Little expected to come out of Camp David

Alef, an Iranian news website, examines the Camp David Summit and what will come out of it, both for the host and the guests.

Leader warns Riyadh over impacts of aggression on Yemen

Ayatollah Khamenei has said that the presence of Takfiri terrorist groups in Syria and Iraq serves the interests of Israel.

Ayatollah Rafsanjani: Iran’s diplomacy to help Iraq in all areas

Ayatollah Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani has said that time is now ripe for different Iraqi sects – including Shiites, Sunnis and Kurds – to maintain security in Iraq.

Iran’s nuclear case, a sign of waning Arab powers

Arman-e Emrooz has in an opinion piece said that Iran – a regional heavyweight – can have a big say in the formation of new regional and world order.

President Rouhani stresses regional cooperation against terrorism

The voice of the suppressed nation of Yemen should reach all philanthropists in the world, the president said.

Iran will give no permission for inspection of aid ship: Afkham

No permission will be granted to countries involved in the war on Yemen to inspect the ship carrying Iran's humanitarian aid,” the Foreign Ministry spokeswoman said.

President Rouhani welcomes Iraqi counterpart (PHOTOS)

During a ceremony at Saadabad Palace, President Rouhani officially greeted his Iraqi opposite number.

Iran’s aid ship en route to Yemen (PHOTOS)

The vessel has been loaded with 700 tons of flour, 1200 tons of rice, 400 tons of canned food, 50 tons of medication and health products and 50 tons of mineral water.

Attacking Iranian aid ship will start war in the region: Top commander

Saudi Arabia, the US, and their allies must keep in mind that if they want to block Iran's humanitarian aid, they will start a fire which they cannot put out, said Brigadier General Jazayeri.

Yemen crisis needs political solution: Zarif

The solution to Yemen crisis is solely political and through forming an inclusive government with the aid of all political forces, said Zarif.

UN ready to carry Iran relief aid to Yemen

Dispatching humanitarian aid to the Yemeni nation has been a concern of Iran and Tehran continues its efforts in this regard through various channels, said Amir Abdollahian.

UN must act to stop Saudi killing in Yemen: Iran official

The Islamic Republic of Iran is ready to carry out any necessary measures in order to send humanitarian aid to the oppressed and defenseless Yemeni people, said Amir Abdollahian.

Yemeni crisis: Arab media on the same wavelength

Alef, an Iranian website, has taken a critical look at the news coverage of the Yemeni crisis, saying that the Arab media are manipulating the facts in the Saudi favor.

Iran, UN discuss sending human aid to Yemen

Iran expects UN envoy in Yemen Ismail Bin Al-Sheikh Ahmed to act urgently and take steps for ending the attacks and preventing the escalation of human crisis, said Amir Abdollahian.

Illusion of ‘Shia crescent’ is a failed scenario: IRGC

The Islamic Revolution Guard Corps denies comments attributed to its top commander that a Shia crescent is being formed in the region.

Saudi airstrikes against Yemen strategic mistake: President Rouhani

All humans need to be treated as equals and that is the message of the Iranian Red Crescent to Yemen, Syria and people in distress in any other country, the president said.

The International Middle East Rally Championship (PHOTOS)

Images of an international rally competition in southern Iran.

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