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Why Turkey Is Ratcheting Up Anti-Iran Rhetoric

Turkish President Erdoğan recently coined a new term, ‘Persianism’ or Persian nationalism, to express part of his concern over the change of Mideast situation in favour of Iran. But what is the reason behind the escalation of Turkey’s anti-Iran rhetoric?

Majority of Americans ‘Embarrassed’ by Trump!

A majority of Americans feel embarrassed by the administration of President Donald Trump, a new opinion survey has found.

Iran to Hold Talks with GCC If Riyadh Is Not Final Decision Maker

An Iranian lawmaker says Iran cannot hold negotiations with member states of the Persian Gulf Cooperation Council [P](GCC) if Saudi Arabia is going to have the final say.

Yemen’s Al-Qaeda Grabs Saudi Coalition’s Weapons

The Al-Qaeda terrorist group has grabbed a large number of weapons the Saudi coalition was sending to its members in Yemen.

Iran to Allocate $100m to Crisis-Hit Khuzestan

An Iranian MP announced that a plan to allocate $100 million to resolve the problems of Khuzestan province in southwestern Iran has been approved in the Parliament.

Iraq Raps Efforts by Turkey, Arab States to Stall Mosul’s Liberation

An Iraqi politician has accused Turkey and a number of neighbouring countries of attempting to suspend the operations to liberate the northern Iraqi city of Mosul.

How Israeli Media Covered Iran Leader’s Remarks in Palestine Conference

The statements made by Iran’s Leader at the opening ceremony of International Conference on Palestine Intifada in Tehran were widely covered by international, particularly Israeli, media.

Iran’s Rivals Trying to Influence Trump’s Foreign Policy

An international lawyer says Iran’s regional rivals know that US President Trump has not yet determined his foreign policy, and are thus trying to influence his approach towards Iran.

Syrian Rebels Seek ‘Direct Negotiations’ with Assad’s Government

Syria's main opposition group has called for face-to-face discussions with government representatives, as a new round of talks in Geneva begins one year after meetings in the Swiss city fell apart.

Muslim States Urged to Close Embassies in US If Trump Moves Embassy to Jerusalem

The participants of an international conference held in Tehran to support Palestine called on Muslim countries to shut down their embassies in the United States if Trump relocates the US embassy in Tel Aviv to Jerusalem.

Israeli PM’s Plane Forced to Take Detour around Indonesia

The Israeli prime minister was forced to take a two and a half-hour detour en route to Australia, apparently to avoid Indonesian airspace as it was disallowed from venturing into the Muslim country's airspace.

6 Yemenis Killed in Saudi Airstrike

The Saudi-led coalition jet fighters bombed a district in Yemen, killing six citizens, including three children.

Iran Understands Turkey’s Predicament: Leader’s Adviser

In reaction to recent anti-Iran remarks made by Turkish officials, a senior adviser to Iran’s Leader says the Islamic Republic understands Turkey’s conditions, as Erdogan’s government is under tremendous pressure due to its failure to accomplish its goals in Syria.

UAE Official Calls Iran ‘Meddlesome Country’

An Emirati minister has one again raised unfounded anti-Iran claims on his Twitter account by saying the Islamic Republic meddles in the internal affairs of regional countries.

Farsi Added to Turkish Education Ministry’s Curriculum

Farsi, Korean and Urdu have been added the list of foreign languages available to be taught at schools by the Turkish Education Ministry.

‘Referendum Only Solution to Palestine Issue’

While highlighting a concerted effort to counter Israeli atrocities against Palestinians, an Iranian official says the only solution to the issue of Palestine is holding a referendum.

Iraqi Attacker Hacks Trump’s Campaign Site

A server on US President Trump’s campaign site, donaldjtrump.com was hacked and defaced with an image and message from an attacker claiming to hail from Iraq.

Azerbaijan’s President Appoints Wife as First VP

Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev has appointed his wife as first vice president, the latest move seen as tightening the family's grip on the oil-rich Caspian nation.

Iranian President’s Regional Visits May Backfire

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani’s recent regional visits pose a dilemma: Whether they are in the interest of Iran and its foreign policies, or merely provide Saudi Arabia and its regional allies with clues about Tehran’s political plans in the region.

Turkish FM’s Anti-Iran Remarks Based on ‘Sectarian’ Approach: Iraq

The Iraqi Foreign Ministry spokesman has rejected as “wrong” and “unreasonable” Turkey’s recent allegations that Iran is involved in spreading sectarianism in the Middle East.

Shiite-Sunni Unity Boosts Middle East Security: Iranian Minister

Iranian Intelligence Minister Seyyed Mahmoud Alavi says unity and cordial relations between Shiite and Sunni Muslims play a key role in reinforcing security in the Middle East.

Issue of Palestine Should Not Be Consigned to Oblivion

A senior Iranian lawmaker says the International Conference on Palestinian Intifada, which is underway in Tehran, as an accurate and necessary action to keep alive the issue of Palestine and the cause of liberating al-Quds.

Intifada Conference Excellent Opportunity to Highlight Palestine Issue

Iran's Judiciary chief has hailed the holding of the 6th International Conference on Palestinian Intifada in Tehran on February 21 and 22, saying it is an excellent opportunity to draw Muslims' attention to the issue of Palestine.  

Iranian Diplomat Visits North Pole

Iran’s ambassador to Russia has travelled to the North Pole as the first Iranian diplomat to go there after Iran’s Islamic Revolution.

Turkey Wants to Redeem Itself in Syria Issue: Analyst

A political analyst and a former envoy to Syria says Turkey seems to be cooperating to help Syria peace talks move forward and bear fruit in an effort to improve its image.

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