Iranian expert calls on Tehran to suspend NPT membership

A senior Iranian expert on international affairs has proposed Iran suspend its membership in the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), in response to the IAEA chief’s visit to Israel.

Analyst: Iran was tricked by Russians in nuclear talks

The former chair of the Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Commission says the current nuclear negotiating team was tricked by Russians during the Vienna talks.

Analyst: Russia sees benefits in potential Iran-West tensions

A political analyst says Russia may favor tensions between Iran and the West to divert attention from its military campaign against Ukraine, as the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is expected to issue a resolution drafted by the US and its European allies against Iran’s nuclear program soon.

Keyhan editor-in-chief: Iran must prevent IAEA inspectors from entering sensitive sites

The editor-in-chief of Iran’s Keyhan Newspaper has urged authorities to prevent IAEA inspectors from entering sensitive military and security sites. Hossein Shariatmadari added that authorities must “make the eyes of the CIA and Mossad blind."

Iranian expert: Israel seeking IAEA resolution against Tehran

An Iranian expert on international affairs has said the latest anti-Iran accusations of the Zionist regime’s prime minister aim to get the IAEA Board of Governors to issue a resolution against Tehran.

Iranian expert: Highly likely IAEA board to issue anti-Iran resolution

An Iranian political expert says it’s likely the Board of Governors of the UN atomic agency will issue a resolution against Iran following a report by the IAEA chief regarding the Islamic Republic’s nuclear program.

‘Besides Turkey, other countries involved in dust storms, making regional fund a must ‘

An Iranian geopolitical analyst has called on the government to avoid singling out Turkey as the sole cause of the current dust storm problem in Iran and the wider region, stressing that the phenomenon is also rooted in other countries such as Iraq, Syria, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Qatar.

Analyst: Israel trying to throw wrench in Iran-Saudi talks

A political commentator blames the Israeli regime as the main factor that is throwing a wrench in diplomatic efforts by Iran and Saudi Arabia to fix their troubled relations.

Iranian Journalist: Now, It’s South Korea’s Turn!

A veteran Iranian journalist has repeated his suggestion that Iran should move a step forward and block South Korean ships in the Strait of Hormuz to force Seoul to unfreeze the Islamic Republic’s funds, according to Fars News Agency.

Activist: Reports of Saudi transfer of power fabricated

Reports that suggest the transfer of power in Saudi Arabia from the ailing king to the de factor ruler is imminent, are baseless and meant to test public opinion, says a Saudi dissident and political activist.

Analyst: Raisi Monday visit to Oman focused on economic cooperation

An Oman affairs expert says the Monday visit by Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi to Oman appears to be focused on economic affairs and expansion of ties between the two countries.

“UN sanctions rapporteur’s Iran visit step forward, but won’t lead to removal of bans”

An international affairs expert says the new report on Iran by UN Special Rapporteur on Unilateral Coercive Measures Alena Douhan is a “step forward”, but this does mean it could lead to any change in the behavior of the United States and its unilateral sanctions.

Expert: Iran-Saudi talks must be over bilateral issues alone

An Iranian expert of international affairs has said Saudi Arabia is not willing to normalize ties with Iran as Riyadh believes this will relieve pressure on Tehran.

Analyst: Iran, UAE can strengthen ties based on commonalities

A political analyst says Iran and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have many common grounds for cooperation based on which the two Persian Gulf neighbors can strengthen their relations under the leadership of the new UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed al-Nahyan.

‘Russia may resort to scorched-earth policy if it fails to topple Kiev govt. in war’

A political commentator says Russia may resort to a “scorched-earth policy” in Ukraine and move to largely destroy the country’s infrastructure if it fails to topple the government in Kiev through its military offensive.

Qatari emir’s visit to Iran sign of policy to engage with neighbors more actively: Commentator

An Iranian commentator says the scheduled visit to Iran by Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani is an actual sign of Iran’s policy to engage with its neighbors more actively.

Analyst: Russian war with Ukraine to have no winner

A political expert says the Russian war against Ukraine will have no winner, while Moscow appears to have achieved none of its military objectives and its Western neighbor has been reduced to ruins.

Expert: Upcoming visit by Russia’s deputy PM shows Moscow serious about Iran ties

International affairs expert Saleh Eskandari says the upcoming visit by Russia’s Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Valentinovich Novak to Tehran shows the determination of the Russians in pursuing strategic relations with Iran.

What does a war of attrition in Ukraine mean for Iran’s domestic policy and international ties?

A senior Iranian expert on international affairs says the Ukraine conflict has degenerated into a war of attrition. Kourosh Ahmadi, in an exclusive interview with ISNA, then spoke about the impact of the war on Iran.

Analyst: Saudi Arabia has ‘special status’ in Iran’s foreign policy

A political commentator says Saudi Arabia enjoys a special status in Iran’s foreign policy, and that the severance of ties between the two neighbors never disrupted their contacts over issues related to the Hajj pilgrimage and the OPEC group of oil exporting states.

Analyst: Russia can’t boast of win in Ukraine on natl. Victory Day

An Iranian political analyst plays down the speculation that Russia may be set to declare a “victory” in war with Ukraine on May 9, when it celebrates its Victory Day, given the fact that Moscow has failed to take control of Kiev in the course of its campaign.

Recognition of Taliban not on Iran’s agenda for now: Ex-envoy

A former Iranian ambassador to Afghanistan says recognition of the acting Taliban government is not on Tehran’s agenda for the time being, stressing that the new rulers in Kabul must first accept international regulations and ensure Iran’s share of water from the Helmand River.

‘Saudis must first prove good will to Iran before resumption of ties’

A Iranian political expert says Saudi Arabia first needs to prove its “good will” and true intention to establish lasting relations with the Islam Republic before the two neighbors can reach a détente and resume ties.

Hegemonic system aims to cause rifts between Iran, Afghanistan: Commentator

The hegemonic system aims to drive a wedge between the nations of Iran and Afghanistan, as part of the notorious policy of “divide and rule,” a political commentator says.

Ex-Iranian diplomat: Time is right for deal in Vienna

In an in interview with Iranian news website Entehab, a former diplomat of the Islamic Republic of Iran has said the status quo in the region makes it necessary to revive the 2015 nuclear deal, JCPOA.

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