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Eurasian Economic Commission: Talks on Free Trade Zone with Iran to be Held in Late June

The talks on the creation of a temporary free trade zone between the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and Iran will be held in late June, the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) Trade Minister Veronika Nikishina said at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF-2016) on Friday June 17, Tass reported.

Iran-Germany Ties Influential for Regional and Global Stability: Zarif

The Iranian Foreign Minister has said that economic cooperation between Tehran and Berlin will be helpful for regional and international stability.

Italy Eager to Boost Economic Ties with Iran

Entrepreneurs, market experts, banking and industry representatives in the Italian northern province of Emilia-Romagna have voiced their willingness to launch joint investments with Iran.

Envoy Urges Boost to Iran-Russia Trade

Iran’s ambassador to Moscow called for efforts to enhance economic relations with Russia proportional to their political interaction.

Iranian Cleric Urges Pakistan Action to Prevent Shiite Killings

A top Iranian cleric called on the Islamabad government to reverse its policy of inaction on the frequent killings of Shiite Muslims in terrorist attacks.

Iranian and Swiss Diplomats Hold Talks in Bern

Diplomats from Iran and Switzerland attended a new round of bilateral political talks as part of a road map to the promotion of Tehran-Bern relations.

Iran Says Boeing Deal “Biggest Ever” with US

Iran’s Deputy Minister of Roads and Urban Development Asghar Fakhrieh Kashan says the upcoming plane purchase deal with the United States will be the biggest civil trade agreement between the two countries in decades.

Iran Congratulates Iraq on Liberation of Fallujah

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has congratulated the recent liberation of the central city of Fallujah in Iraq to the Iraqi government and people.

Saudi Arabia Seizes Iranian Boat in Persian Gulf

Saudi Arabian naval forces have reportedly seized a fishing boat from Iran in the Persian Gulf, Fars news agency reported on Thursday, June 16.

Iran Lodges Complaint to ICJ over US Seizure of Assets: President

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said the country has officially lodged a complaint with the International Court of Justice to reclaim nearly $2 billion in assets seized by the US government.

IRGC Smashes 2 Terrorist Cells in Northwest Iran: Commander

Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) forces engaged in clashes with two terrorist cells in the country’s northwest, killing a number of terrorists, a senior commander said.

Iran-Germany ties benefit whole world: Zarif

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says cooperation with Germany is beneficial to the Middle East and the rest of the world.

Persian Gulf Marine Tourism: Neglected Opportunities

Out of the loop for far too long, Iran has ceded its potential place in marine tourism to smaller Persian Gulf states who have seized the opportunity and made significant strides to gain a foothold in this niche sector.

Iran and Armenia Begin Power Talks

A fresh round of Iran-Armenia power talks has begun over exports of certain technical and engineering services as well as electrical goods from Iran to the Caucasus region states.

Iraqi FM Commends Iran’s General Soleimani for Advisory Help

Iraq’s Foreign Minister Ibrahim al-Jaafari lauded Iranian commander Major General Qassem Soleimani for his dedication to advisory assistance in Iraq’s fight against terrorism.

Iran MPs Consider Suing Canada Over Asset Seizure

A parliamentary panel in Iran is examining Canada's appropriation of Iranian assets for the possible launch of a lawsuit against the seizure, an MP says.

Why Is Saudi Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s US Visit Important?

Amid Riyadh’s recent tensions with Washington and the United Nations, Saudi Arabia’s Deputy Crown Prince and Defence Minister Mohammed bin Salman has travelled to the United States, and is going to meet with President Barack Obama and UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon.

New Iran-South Korea Container Service

Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines launched a new, direct and regular container service to South Korea as business and trade ties between the two countries continue to expand, JOC reported.

Saudi Embassy Attackers to Be Tried in July: Spokesman

Spokesman for Iran’s Judiciary Gholam-Hossein Mohsen Ejei announced that the perpetrators of a January attack on Saudi Arabia’s embassy in Tehran are going to appear in court on July 18.

Tehran to host European Iranologists

The Italian Cultural Attaché in Iran and the Research and Training Deputy of Islamic Culture and Relations Organization have agreed that Iran will host the European Iranologists Society, (Societas Iranologica Europaea (S.I.E)).

Zarif and Kerry Meet in Norway

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and US Secretary of State John Kerry held a meeting in Oslo on Wednesday morning, June 15, for talks on the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), an agreement on Tehran’s nuclear program.

Chabahar a Vital 21st Century Port: Chinese Official

The Head of Shanghai Academy of Social Sciences on Wednesday cited Chabahar as a strategic region and vital port in the 21st century.

Iran Deal Allows for Sales of Passenger Planes: Kirby

The spokesman of the US State Department says that Iran’s historic nuclear agreement with the permanent UN Security Council members plus Germany (P5+1) allows Western jet manufacturers to trade with Tehran.

If Other Side Tears It Up, Iran Will Burn JCPOA: Leader

Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, Leader of the Islamic Revolution, warned against US threats to terminate the nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers, and stressed that if such a thing happens, Iran would not stay loyal to its commitments, either.

Peyman Moaadi to Appear in HBO Series

After appearing in two Hollywood movies, renowned Iranian actor Peyman Moaadi has been acting in an American series which will be shown on HBO (Home Box Office), a US premium cable and satellite television network, in July.

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