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Israel, Terrorism Threatening Middle East: Lebanese PM

Lebanese Prime Minister Saad Hariri says the Israeli regime and terrorism are the two dangers currently threatening Lebanon and the entire Middle East.

Iranian Crafts Put on Display in Hungarian Festival

An exhibition showcasing the best of traditional handmade artefacts was recently held in the Hungarian capital of Budapest with Iranian artists putting on display their latest works.

Iran Dispatches 15,000 Sunni Pilgrims to Hajj: Official

The Iranian Leader’s Representative in Hajj Affairs, Seyyed Ali Qazi Askar, says this year the Islamic Republic has sent about 15,000 Sunni pilgrims to Saudi Arabia to perform their annual Hajj rituals.

Indonesia Independence Anniversary Marked in Tehran’s Milad Tower

The 72nd anniversary of the Republic of Indonesia's Independence Day was commemorated in the Iranian capital's Milad Tower on Sunday, August 20.

‘Iran Not after Materialistic Interests in Iraq, Syria’

Major General Qassem Soleimani, the commander of the IRGC Quds Force, says Iran does not seek materialistic interests in supporting Iraq and Syria

Israel Benefiting from Ongoing Crises in Mideast: Iran

A senior Iranian diplomat says the ongoing conflicts in regional countries only benefit the Israeli regime as they consign the issue of Palestine into oblivion.

Iran, Lebanon Discuss Resolution of Syria Crisis

Iran’s deputy foreign minister has conferred with the Lebanese foreign minister on a range of issues, particularly the Syria crisis, in a Monday meeting in Beirut.

Iran Praises Lebanon’s Role in Countering Israeli Occupation

Iran’s deputy foreign minister and Lebanon’s parliament speaker conferred on issues of mutual interest in a Monday meeting in Beirut.

‘White House Resignations Sign of Trump’s Indecision’

The dismissal or resignations of White House staff members indicate US President Donald Trump's flip-flop political approach.

Iran Looking for Closer Ties with Neighbours in Rouhani’s New Term

Securing better relations with neighbours and making greater contribution to regional peace and stability will be high on the Islamic Republic's agenda in President Rouhani's new four-year term, foreign ministry spokesman says.

Qataris Holding Secret Meetings with Saudi King

As diplomatic row continues to rage on between Saudi Arabia and Qatar, some media reports on a number of secret meetings between the two sides’ officials have sparked mixed reactions, particularly in Qatari circles.

Iran Deputy FM, Lebanese President Meet in Beirut

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Arab and African Affairs Hossein Jaberi Ansari has held talks with Lebanese President Michel Aoun in Beirut.

Iranians Hold Balloon Festival in Memory of Syrian Children

Many people in northeastern Iranian city of Bojnourd attended a balloon festival held in memory of Syrian children stranded in the Shiite-majority towns of al-Foua and Kefraya in Idlib province, which are still under the siege of terrorists.

12-Metre-Long Whale Washes Up Dead on Iranian Coast

A gigantic Bryde's whale weighing nearly 10 tonnes has been found washed ashore on the coasts of Shibkooh in Bandar Lengeh, southern Iran, an environment official announced.

Tehran Denies Arrest of Iranian Suicide Bomber in Afghanistan

The Islamic Republic of Iran’s embassy in Kabul has rejected the claim that an Iranian suicide bomber has been arrested in Afghanistan.

Iraq Starts Operation to Liberate Tal Afar from ISIS

Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi has officially announced the beginning of an operation to retake the city of Tal Afar from ISIS terrorists.

Qatar Worried about Safety of Citizens in Saudi Arabia

Qatar’s Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani says the country is concerned about the safety of its citizens in Saudi Arabia following the reopening of the countries’ border enabling Qataris to attend the annual Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca.

US Officials’ Anti-Iran Stances to Destablise Mideast: Envoy

Iran’s envoy to the United Nations has slammed his American counterpart for her ‘false’ remarks about the Islamic Republic, saying the ‘hard-line and parochial positions’ adopted by US officials against Tehran could further exacerbate instability in the region.

Trump Quick to Insult Islam, Hesitant to Condemn Racist Terror: Iran

Iranian foreign minister has lashed out at US President Donald Trump for his immediate insults to Islam after the Barcelona attack, while he had kept silent on racist terrorism in his country.

Iran Vehemently Condemns Barcelona Terrorist Attacks

Iranian foreign ministry spokesman has strongly denounced the terrorist attacks in Barcelona, offering the country’s deep condolences to the Spanish nation and government and the families of the victims.

Iran Urges US to Be Realistic about Nuclear Deal

Iranian foreign ministry spokesman has dismissed the anti-Tehran remarks made by his American counterpart Heather Nauert, advising the US administration to be realistic about Iran's role in the Middle East and the nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers.

US Annual Report on Religious Freedom ‘Unrealistic, Baseless’: Iran

Iranian foreign ministry spokesman has rejected the anti-Iran allegations raised in the US annual International Religious Freedom Report, describing it as an ‘unrealistic, baseless, and biased’ report prepared to achieve certain political goals.

Russian DM Visits Iran’s Cultural Pavilion in Moscow

Russian Defence Minister has visited Iran’s cultural pavilion in Moscow on the sidelines of the International Army Games – 2017 and has been presented with a precious piece of Iranian artwork there.

Iran Condemns Suicide Blasts in Nigeria

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has strongly denounced the recent terrorist attacks in Nigeria's Maiduguri, which killed and wounded over 100 people.

Riyadh Testing Reactions to Possible Détente with Iran

Middle East observers believe that the recent positive signals sent by Saudi Arabia on its interest in improving relations with its regional arch-rival Iran are aimed at testing the reactions.

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