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Terrorists Shell Russian Embassy in Syria

The Russian embassy in the Syrian capital Damascus has come under mortar fire from terrorist-held positions.

US Helped ISIS Terrorists in Syria’s Bukamal: Nasrallah

The secretary general of the Lebanese Hezbollah resistance movement says despite the US claims about fighting terrorism, it spared no effort to help Daesh forces in the Syrian town of al-Bukamal.

Iran Urges UN to Play Greater Role in Resolving Afghanistan Problems

Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Seyyed Abbas Araqchi and visiting UN Secretary-General’s Special Representative, Tadamichi Yamamoto, have sat for talks in Tehran on Afghanistan’s latest developments.

Iran’s General Soleimani Led Bukamal Liberation: Report

An Arab media report says IRGC Quds Force Commander Major General Qassem Soleimani personally led the operation to liberate the Syrian town of Bukamal from ISIS.

Iran FM, EU’s Schmid Discuss Bilateral, Regional Issues

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and visiting Secretary General of the European External Action Service, Helga Schmid, have held talks in Tehran.

“Revival of Silk Road to Bring Iran Tremendous Benefits”

Iranian business analyst Mohammad-Sadeq Hamidian says if the new Silk Road runs through Iran, the country will enjoy numerous benefits, including higher economic growth and secured regional trade.

Arab Businessman Pays $3m to Purchase Number 2 Car Plate

A tradesman from the United Arab Emirate has paid $3 million to purchase a car plate with number 2.

Iran Blasts Arab League’s “Worthless” Statement

Iranian foreign ministry spokes man has slammed the Arab League’s recent anti-Iran statement, saying such“worthless” statements will not resolve the current regional crises, which are mostly caused by Riyadh’s futile policies.

Iran FM, UN Envoy Discuss Afghanistan Security

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has discussed the latest developments in Afghanistan with the UN Secretary-General's Special Representative, Tadamichi Yamamoto.

Saudi Arabia, Not Iran, Destabilizing Mideast: FM Zarif

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said the Saudi regime accuses Iran of destabilizing the region while it continues to fund terrorists and create crises in the region.

Iran FM in Turkey for Syria Peace Talks

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif arrived in Turkey at the top of a delegation Saturday night to attend high-level talks on Syria peace.

UN Rejects Riyadh’s Claim that Iran Sending Arms to Yemen

UN observers say Saudi Arabia has not presented enough evidence to prove its claim that Iran is interfering in Yemen’s affairs and sending weapons to that country.

Saudi King Blackmails Palestinian President: Report

A Palestinian website says that Saudi King Salman has urged Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas to put pressure on the Islamic Resistance Movement, Hamas, if he wants Riyadh’s financial support.

Hariri to Clarify Position on Lebanon after Return to Beirut

Lebanon’s Prime Minister Saad Hariri has said he will announce his position with regard to the ongoing crisis in the country after he returns to Lebanon in the coming days.

Syrian Army Liberates Last ISIS Stronghold

The Syrian border city of Abu Kamal, the last city held by ISIS terrorists in Syria, has been liberated by army troopers.

Iran Warns French President over Interventionist Remark

Ali Akbar Velayati, a senior aide to Iran’s Leader, has warned French President Emmanuel Macron against interfering in the internal affairs of Iran, saying such meddlesome comments are not in the interests of Macron and his country.

1,100 Chinese Officials Punished for Damaging Environment

More than 1,000 officials have been held responsible and punished in China for environmental damage, as China steps up efforts to fight pollution through deterrent means.

American Wrestling Champion Sympathizes with Quake-Hit Iranians

American world and Olympic champion in freestyle wrestling Jordan Burroughs has extended condolences to the families of the victims of the recent deadly earthquake in Iran.

UK to Pay £400m Debt to Iran in Coming Days: Envoy

Iran's ambassador to Britain says an outstanding debt owed by the UK to Tehran will be transferred to the Central Bank of Iran soon, in what will mark an end to the decades-long legal dispute between the two sides.

Iranian, Turkish Diplomats Discuss Syria Crisis

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Arab and African Affairs, Hossein Jaberi Ansari, has held talks with Turkish officials on the latest developments in Syria during his Friday visit to Turkey's capital, Ankara.

“Iran’s Oil Ministry Showing Tolerance towards France’s Total”

An Iranian lawmaker says the Oil Ministry is showing tolerance vis-à-vis the French oil giant Total given the firm’s indicating that it might rethink its agreement with the ministry.

Iran Warns about Consequences of Saudis’ Divisive Policies

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Bahram Qassemi has once again warned about the consequences of Saudi Arabia’s baseless claims and destabilizing and divisive policies for the region.

Dushanbe to Host 4th Meeting of Heads of ECO Natl. Libraries

The Tajik capital of Dushanbe is to host the fourth meeting of directors of national libraries of the ECO in late November, 2017.

“French FM’s Iran Concerns Unfounded, Not Helpful”

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi says the concerns raised by French foreign minister about Iran are fabricated, unfounded and hostile and will not help resolve any of the regional crises.

Facebook Blocks $200,000 Donation to Iran Quake Victims

Citing the US sanctions against Tehran, Facebook has reportedly blocked a sum of $200,000 raised in an online campaign launched by a US-based Iranian doctor to help the quake-hit people of Iran’s Kermanshah province.

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