Has Balance of Power Shifted in Iraq?

The first reactions to the US assassination of General Qassem Soleimani in an aerial attack on the Iraqi soil included fury and irritation in Tehran and the concerns about the outbreak of a new Middle East war in Washington.

Iran FM Says Trump Emboldened by Int’l Passivity

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the international community’s passivity on Washington’s policies has encouraged the US president to pursue his bullying approaches more blatantly, noting that Donald Trump’s threats against the Iranian culture signify his “hatred stemming from lowliness”.

Iran’s Trade Turnover Over $72bn in 10 Months

An Iranian senior official says the value of Iran’s imports and exports during the past ten months has been over 72 billion dollars, which shows a rare increase in value.

Tehran-Mahshahr Flight Skids Off Runway; No One Hurt

The Tehran-Mahshahr Flight 6936, a Boeing MD plane operated by Caspian Airline, slid off the runway and stopped in the middle of a road in Mahshahr on Monday, with no casualties reported.

Iran Congratulates Lebanon on Formation of New Gov’t

Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran has congratulated the Lebanese nation and government on the formation of a new government, led by Hassan Diab.

Iran, Oman Discuss Safety of Navigation in Hormuz Strait

The Sultanate of Oman's Minister Responsible for Foreign Affairs Yusuf bin Alawi bin Abdullah had a short stopover in Tehran on Sunday to hold talks with his Iranian counterpart.

Prince Charles Praises Iranians, Says Willing to Visit Iran

The heir to the British throne, Prince Charles, has told the Sunday Times newspaper he would like to make an official visit to Iran.

Iran Congratulates India on Republic Day

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani has extended his congratulations on India’s Republic Day through separate messages to Indian President Ram Nath Kovind and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Istanbul-Bound Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Tehran

Iran Airtour Airline’s Flight 9716 destined for Istanbul suffered a technical problem minutes after take-off, but managed to land at Mehrabad Airport safely.

Scientists Use AI to Diagnose Various Types of Cancers

A group of Iranian researchers have discovered that artificial intelligence can detect several types of cancer in one operating tissue.

Iran President Condoles with Turkey on Quake Deaths

In a message to his Turkish counterpart, President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Hassan Rouhani has offered condolences over the deaths and casualties in an earthquake that rocked eastern Turkey.

At Least 70 Americans Killed in Iran Missile Attack: Senior General

Iran’s former defence minister says the January 8 missile attack that the IRGC launched on the US airbase of Ain al-Assad in Iraq has killed at least 70 American forces and injured 200 others.

Tehran Strongly Condemns US Harassment of Iranians

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesperson has denounced the US Customs and Border Protection’s “illegal and inhumane” treatment of Iranian nationals as a brazen violation of human rights, saying a complaint could be lodged against such behaviour at human rights courts.

Iran Offers Aid after 6.8-Magntitude Quake Hits Turkey

Iran’s Health Minister Saeid Namaki has told his Turkish counterpart the Islamic Republic is ready to send relief and rescue teams to help the people affected by the heavy earthquake that struck the north-western neighbour of Iran on Friday night.

Iran Condemns US’ Threat to Kill New IRGC Quds Force Cmdr.

Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman says the remarks made by the US Special Representative for Iran and his threat to assassinate the new IRGC Quds Force commander are in fact an official publicizing of the US' state terrorism.

Iran Lauds China’s Fight against Coronavirus

Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Javad Zarif las hailed China for its timely and decisive action in fighting a new strain of coronavirus, and wished the Chinese people a healthy and peaceful new year.

Iran Says Ready for Close Cooperation with Russia’s New Gov’t

Iran’s First Vice President Es’haq Jahangiri has congratulated Mikhail Vladimirovich Mishustin on taking office as the new prime minister of Russia, voicing Tehran’s readiness to promote cooperation with Moscow in various fields.

Iran Says Open to New Fields for Cooperation with Turkish Businesses

Iran’s ambassador to Turkey and a top official at the Vice-Presidency for Science and Technology have voiced readiness to contribute to the promotion of ties between the Iranian and Turkish knowledge-based companies and to enhance professional interaction between the two sides.

Ukraine Plane Crash: Eyewitnesses Say Can’t Sleep Anymore

Flight 752, which had taken off around 06:13 a.m. on Wednesday 8 January 2020 destined for Kiev, the capital city of Ukraine, was accidentally shot down by two anti-aircraft defence system missiles only six minutes afterwards.

Iranian VP Upbeat on Closer Business Ties with Turkey

Iranian Vice-President for Science and Technology Sorena Sattari has highlighted the ideal opportunities for the promotion of economic and business ties with Turkey considering the Islamic Republic’s resolve to boost the export of technologies to the neighbouring states.

Iran Warns E3 Will Get Response for Triggering Dispute Mechanism

Speaker of the Iranian Parliament Ali Larijani has warned the three European parties to the 2015 nuclear deal against the consequences of their move to trigger a dispute mechanism in the agreement will meet with a response from Tehran.

Iran to Name New AI Innovation Centre after Plane Crash Victims

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has unveiled plans for the establishment of a new “innovation centre” in the country dedicated to promoting artificial intelligence, and will name it after the victims of the recent plane crash.

Zarif Urges Europe to ‘Expert Sovereignty’ in Face of US Threats

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif urged Europe to exercise sovereignty in the face of US President Donald Trump's excessive demands and threats.

Tehran Blasts Seoul for Misnaming, Militarizing Persian Gulf

Tehran has censured South Korea for misnaming the Persian Gulf and sending a military mission to the waters south of Iran under pressure from the United States.

Rouhani Meets New Iranian Ambassadors to 13 Countries

Iran’s new ambassadors to Belgium, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Belarus, Armenia, Serbia, South Africa, Nigeria, Kyrgyzstan, Sri Lanka, Mauritania and Croatia met with President Hassan Rouhani on Tuesday before starting their missions.

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