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Prague takes a big step to get closer to Tehran
The Czech Republic’s foreign minister has, in an opinion piece, said that Prague and Tehran can work together in many areas, including in the fight against ISIL, and build cultural bridges like in the past.
Iran’s Zarif calls for expansion of ties with Czech Republic
The Czech foreign minister has said that the Vienna nuclear agreement will reinforce security in West Asia and play a great role in bolstering Iran’s ties with the international community.
Who is behind the plot to displace the Syrian people?
An analysis casts doubt on the spontaneity of the recent exodus of Middle Eastern refugees from Eastern to Western Europe.
Afkham: End policies which have set region on fire
The Foreign Ministry spokeswomen said insisting on wrong issues would result in nothing but wasting opportunities in the region and delaying the resolution of the crises.
Ex-Israeli nuclear technician elaborates on ‘powder keg’ in Dimona
Vanunu has elaborated on a potential disaster which could emanate from Israel’s notorious Dimona facility.
Palestine seeks pressure on Israel over refugees
President Abbas has tasked the Palestinian envoy to the UN to work with UN Secretary General on appropriate action to allow Palestinian refugees to return to Palestine.
Iran welcomes enhanced ties with Kyrgyzstan: Speaker
Tehran and Bishkek can increase the level of their relations in agriculture, fisheries, construction, technical-engineering services, tourism, and science and technology, said Larijani.
Iran, Iraq could pump up trade to $20bn: Minister
A rise in Iran-Iraq transactions will serve the interests of both countries, Tayyebnia said in a meeting with Iraqi Finance Minister Hoshyar Zebari.
A desperate father tells about the tragic loss of loved ones
Abdullah, the father of the two drowned Syrian kids, tells how everything he was dreaming of ended in the watery grave of his family.
Drowned Syrian boy in Iranian media
Iranian newspapers on Saturday brought into focus the horrifying image of a drowned Syrian child, Aylan.
Afghan president calls for expansion of ties with Iran
Kabul has always sought to bolster trade with Tehran, said the Afghan president in a meeting with the Iranian interior minister.
Iraqi Kurdistan Seeks Iran Help Against ISIS Chemical Attacks
Falah Mustafa Bakir said Iran has precious experience in anti-chemical weapons defense which is sought by the Iraqi Kurdistan Regional Government.
‘Iran seeks friendly ties with all regional countries’
A senior Iranian diplomat has voiced Iran’s readiness to cooperate with regional countries to ensure Lebanon’s security, adding that undermining Lebanon's security just benefits the Israeli regime.
Iran ready to help solve Middle East woes: Zarif
Algeria is determined to boost relations with Iran after the conclusion of the Vienna nuclear agreement, said the Algerian prime minister in a meeting with Foreign Minister Zarif.
Key to Syria crisis is not in terrorists’ hands: Speaker
Larijani told his Syrian counterpart Iran deems it a duty to support the government and people of Syria until the stage is set for dialogue and peace will be ready.
Regional turmoil may spin out of control: Iran’s Larijani
The UN secretary general told the Iranian top MP that he would pay an official visit to Iran in the near future.
Khobar Towers attack; an ace in the hole for Riyadh?
A report by tabnak.ir has said that Saudi Arabia is using the Khobar Towers bombing as a trump card to influence a congressional decision on the Iran nuclear deal in the United States.
British top diplomat: We will repair economic ties with Iran
The British top diplomat has said that London and Tehran are expected to have dialogue, not confrontation, in all areas, whether they agree or not.
India, Korea plan $10 billion energy park in Iran
A consortium of Iranian, Indian and South Korean companies seeks to set up an energy park in Iran’s Khuzestan province in a project worth $10 billion, including generation of 1,000 megawatts of solar power, the IRNA news agency says.
Tokyo welcomes JCPOA, closer ties with Tehran
The Japanese MP told Iran's parliament speaker that his country stands ready to work with Tehran to help promote peace and stability at regional and international levels.
Iranian FM to start North African tour Monday
During the visits, the Iranian top diplomat will explore avenues for the promotion of bilateral ties with Tunisia and Algeria.
Some Mideast countries dream of restoring empires: Iran official
Some regional countries dream of reviving former empires which dominated the Arab countries, and certain countries support terrorism in the region with different motives, said Velayati.
Asian urban officials go on a half-day tour of Tehran
The tour which started with a bus ride took the visitors to Tajrish where the biggest subway station in the Middle East is located.
JCPOA impacting region, world: Iran official
Iran’s nuclear chief has said that the ratcheting up of the sanctions against Iran only resulted in broader cooperation between Tehran and Beijing.
Only nations can solve Syria, Yemen crises: Iran
Some powerful countries proposed plans to resolve the crises in Yemen and Syria. We believe that such proposals would not work, since they do not address the wills of the nations, said Larijani.