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“Taliban Not to Attend Afghanistan Peace Talks in Jeddah”

A spokesperson for the Taliban says the group has not agreed to attend Afghanistan peace negotiations in Saudi Arabia, and, hence, will not hold talks with US representatives in Jeddah.

Iran to Send Warships to Atlantic Ocean

The Iranian Army’s Navy is to send its strongest warships to the Atlantic Ocean early spring, in its longest operation in the past decades which is estimated to last over five months.

New Opportunities for Iran as Arab States Return to Syria

As more and more Persian Gulf Arab states are jostling to re-establish their diplomatic ties with Syria and play a role in the reconstruction of the war-torn country, observers maintain that the new trend provides Iran with a chance to turn the current threats into opportunities and play a leading role in the post-ISIS Syria.

Iran Says Never Meddles in Afghanistan’s Internal Affairs

Iranian President’s Chief of Staff Mahmoud Vaezi says Iran never interferes in Afghanistan’s internal affairs, and its talks with the Taliban were made in coordination with the Kabul government.

3 US Military Bases in Manbij Complicate Fate of Syrian City: Report

The United States has three military bases near Manbij, which shows how important the Syrian city is to Washington, but that has complicated the city’s fate, a media report says.

Iran President Mocks Trump’s Secret Visit to Iraq

The Iranian president has mocked his US counterpart’s visit to Iraq late December, saying his short, secret trip was proof of the failure of US policies in the region.

Iranian Intelligence Deals New Blow to Israel’s Shin Bet, Journalist Says

The Israeli intelligence services have received a new blow from their Iranian counterparts following the arrest of a former Israeli minister on the charge of spying for Iran, an Iranian journalist said.

‘US Seeking to Restore Taliban Rule in Afghanistan’

The US is seeking to restore the Taliban rule to the war-torn Afghanistan despite its earlier claims to eradicate the terror group in the region, says an op-ed of an Iranian paper.

Iran’s Policy Towards Palestinian Cause Unchangeable: Spokesman

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi says the policy of the Islamic Republic towards the Palestinian cause and the Zionist regime is principled and unchangeable.

‘Yemen Plight Shouldn’t Be Forgotten During Christmas’

Head of Yemen’s Revolutionary High Council says as the world is celebrating New Year, Saudi-led coalition is causing further bloodshed in the war-torn Yemen by pressing ahead with its relentless massacre there.

‘Khashoggi Corpse Kept in Saudi Consul Residence’

A new book has been published in Turkey which not only sheds more light on the slaughter of the prominent Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi in the Saudi consulate in Istanbul, but also set forth a new claim saying that the corpse of the slain journalist is still kept in a water well inside the residence of Saudi consul in Istanbul.

No pain, No Gain: Zarif Tells Europeans as JCPOA Hangs in Balance

Iran’s foreign minister says Europeans are slow in honouring their pledges to salvage JCPOA, warning the EU it should work harder to convince Iran to remain in the pact as no gain comes without pain.

Palestinians Would Shape Government in Tel Aviv: Iranian Leader

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei admired recent victories of Palestinians in their battle against the Israeli regime, expressing hope Palestinians would form a government in Tel Aviv in the future.

‘Europe Showed Weakness in Resisting US Pressure’

Foreign Ministry spokesman said Europe’s failure to finalize the Special Purpose Vehicle in time indicates the weakness of European signatories to the nuclear pact in resisting the US pressure.

‘Iran, Syria’s Top Priority in Reconstruction Projects’

The Syrian ambassador to Tehran says Damascus gives priority to Iran when it comes to the reconstruction of the war-torn country.

All Iranian Military Advisors Have Left Iraq: Ambassador

The Iranian ambassador to Baghdad says Iran has withdrawn all of its military advisors from Iraq.

Arab Countries Rushing to Open Embassies in Syria: Analyst

A senior Arab analyst says Arab countries are joyfully rushing to open their embassies in the Syrian capital, Damascus.

Jubeir’s Replacement Could Adopt Softer Line on Tehran: Iranian Ex-Diplomat

A former Iranian diplomat says new Saudi Foreign Minister Ibrahim al-Assaf may adopt a softer line vis-à-vis Iran.

US Artist: Emergency Landing in Iran Good Chance to Get to Know People

An American fashion artist says the emergency landing of her flight in Iran was a great opportunity for her to get to know the country and its people.

Iran Welcomes Syrian Army’s Entry into Manbij

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi says Tehran welcomes the entry of the Syrian army into the northern town of Manbij, and considers it a fresh step to resolve the ongoing crisis.

Iran FM Laments Europe Dragging Its Feet on JCPOA

Iran’s top diplomat Mohammad Javad Zarif has warned Europe Tehran is not going to wait for them to compensate for the US withdrawal from the nuclear pact forever, lamenting the European parties to the pact are dragging their feet.

Trump’s Sneaky Visit to Iraq Disrespect for Its National Sovereignty: Iran

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has lashed out at US President Donald Trump for his recent visit to Iraq, describing it as an undiplomatic trip that disrespected Iraq’s national sovereignty.

Trump’s Snap Visit to Iraq Triggers Controversy

US President Donald Trump’s unannounced visit to al-Asad airbase in Iraq’s Anbar province has caused heated controversy in Iraqi political circles.

Regional Nations Count Seconds for US Withdrawal: Shamkhani

Secretary of Supreme National Security Council of Iran Ali Shamkhani has welcomed the withdrawal of US forces from Afghanistan saying the nations in the region are counting seconds for the complete withdrawal of the US from West Asia.

Iran Reliable Partner for S Korea: Seoul

South Korean President Moon Jae-in has hailed the historical relations between Seoul and Tehran saying that his country attaches significant importance to Iran as a reliable partner.

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