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Iran Calls Saudi Crown Prince ‘Delusional, Naïve Person’

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has dismissed as baseless the latest anti-Iran remarks by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, saying his words don’t deserve a response.

Iran, Russia, Turkey Discuss Syria Peace in Astana

The chief negotiators of Iran, Russia, and Turkey, the guarantor states of Astana Talks on Syria, have held a meeting in the Kazakh capital to prepare the grounds for trilateral talks between the three countries’ foreign ministers.

Iran, Turkey Call for Closer Defence Cooperation

High-ranking Iranian and Turkish officials have stressed the need for developing defence cooperation between Tehran and Ankara.

“Iran Needs Closer Alignment with Europe for Countering Trump Animosity”

A prominent political analyst has urged the Iranian government to expend efforts to draw closer to big powers, particularly Europeans, in the face of a US government he said is turning to be “the most anti-Iran” one in decades.

“Tillerson Instrumental in Preventing US from Pulling out of JCPOA”

A former Iranian diplomat says sacked US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson played a key role in keeping Washington from pulling out of the JCPOA over the past 15 months.

Iran FM Leaves Tehran for Baku

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif on Thursday departed for the Azeri capital of Baku.

UK Appoints New Ambassador to Tehran

The British government has decided to replace its ambassador to Iran Nicholas Hopton with Rob Macaire.

Europe to Lose Iran If It Leans towards US: Araqchi

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Abbas Araqchi has warned the European Union of the consequences of taking the US’ side in the ongoing conflict over the Iran nuclear deal.

Tehran Downplays Impact of Tillerson’s Replacement on Iran-US Ties

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman says the replacement of Secretary of State Rex Tillerson is a continuation of shakeups in Trump’s Cabinet, playing down its impact on Washington’s Iran policy and the fate of the 2015 nuclear deal.

Iran President Says Tehran, Baku Can Link Asia to Europe

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says Iran and Azerbaijan can turn into a connecting route between Asia and North Europe.

Iran FM to Visit Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif is going to travel to Azerbaijan Republic and Kazakhstan at the head of a political delegation.

“Iran Will Help Saudi Arabia if It Comes under Aggression”

Iran's Foreign Minister says if Saudi Arabia comes under foreign aggression, Iran will be the first country to go into action to help Riyadh.

Iran Offers Condolences to Bangladesh over Plane Crash

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has expressed regret over the crash of a Bangladeshi airliner, which killed and wounded dozens of people.

Foreign Interference, Main Cause of Regional Crises: Iran DM

Iran's Defence Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami has blamed foreign powers’ meddling and their double standards for the current chaos in the Middle East.

Chabahar, Gwadar Ports Great Chance for Iran-Pakistan Cooperation

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has held talks with Pakistan’s National Security Advisor Nasser Khan Janjua.

Tehran, Islamabad Confer on Border Security Issues

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and Pakistan’s Interior Minister Ahsan Iqbal have discussed issues of mutual interest in Islamabad.

Iranian Diplomat Says US Seeks to Interfere in Iraqi Elections

The US Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and the Pentagon are trying to interfere in Iraq’s upcoming parliamentary elections under the guise of the Arab country’s non-governmental organizations (NGOs), a former Iranian ambassador to Baghdad said.

Iran, Pakistan to Hold Technical Talks on Peace Pipeline

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and Pakistani Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi have held talks on the controversial issue of Iran-Pakistan gas pipeline.

Iran, Pakistan Call for Closer Cooperation in All Fields

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, who is visiting Pakistan at the head of a politico-economic delegation, has sat down for talks with his Pakistani counterpart Khawaja Asif.

Dozens Killed after Plane with 71 People on Board Crashes in Nepal (+Video)

At least 23 people are believed to have survived after a plane carrying 71 passengers and crew crashed on landing at Nepal's Kathmandu airport on Monday.

Iran FM in Islamabad Calls for Free Trade with Pakistan

On a visit to Pakistan, Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Iran pursues “free bilateral trade” with the neighboring South Asian country.

Iran Urges Austria to Be More Careful in Protecting Diplomatic Facilities

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman says the country has urged the Austrian government to pay more attention to protecting diplomatic buildings, particularly after the recent attack on the residence of Iran’s ambassador in Vienna.

Raid on Iran’s Diplomatic Residence in Vienna: Attacker Shot Dead

An assailant was killed by security forces after attacking the residence of the Iranian ambassador in the Austrian capital, Vienna.

Iran FM, Red Cross Chief Discuss Syria, Yemen Crises

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and President of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Peter Maurer have sat for talks in Tehran.

Suspicious Extremist Activities in Pakistan ahead of Iran FM’s Trip

There are reports that extremist groups are involved in intense and suspicious activities on the eve of a trip to Pakistan by Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif.

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