Daily: Retaliation against Israel an ‘opportunity’ for Iran

The Tehran-based principalist newspaper Vatan-e Emrooz has published an editorial emphasizing that Israel's continued threats against Iran present both a danger and an opportunity.

Former Iranian minister urges Expediency Council to re-evaluate FATF with updated information

A former Iranian minister has urged the Expediency Council to re-evaluate the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) with updated and realistic information, arguing accession to the organization is in the national interest.

Experts stress tackling FATF issues can lead to economic prosperity in Iran

Iranian newspaper Jomhouri-e Eslami, in its Tuesday edition, outlined several critical measures to boost Iran's economy, including the expulsion of over 8 million undocumented Afghan migrants, lifting sanctions, and resolving the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) issues.

Iranian newspaper critiques “foreign policy failures, misjudgments on Syria”

The Iranian newspaper Jomhouri-e Eslami has criticized the government's foreign policy, particularly regarding the ongoing situation in Syria, attributing the setback to the influence of Russia and Turkey.

Ex-Iranian diplomat suggests naming a street in Tehran after Egypt

A former Iranian diplomat has proposed naming a street in the Iranian capital Tehran after Egypt, in reciprocity to the street named after Iran in Cairo as a sign of thaw between the two countries that severed diplomatic ties over four decades ago.

Kayhan: After Syria, it’s Iraq’s turn; Israel aims to reach Euphrates

Tehran-based Kayhan newspaper reported in its Saturday edition that within 48 hours of the fall of Bashar al-Assad's government in Syria earlier this month, Israel carried out around 300 attacks on the ountry.

Iran should withdraw from NPT, says Kayhan newspaper’s editor-in-chief

Hossein Shariatmadari, in an article for Kayhan newspaper, has argued that Iran's membership in the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) has brought nothing but harm to the country and suggested that Iran should withdraw from it.

Former Iranian diplomat urges restraint on hardliners in Iran regarding renewal of ties with Egypt

Hojjatollah Joudaki, a former cultural attaché of Iran in Cairo, has stressed the necessity of controlling radical elements on both sides to revive relations between Iran and Egypt.

Former Iranian MP Falahatpisheh: Assad’s downfall does not mean defeat for axis of resistance 

Former head of the National Security and Foreign Policy Commission of Iran’s Parliament Hoshmatollah Falahatpisheh says the downfall of Bashar al-Assad in Syria does not mean the defeat of the axis of resistance.

Al-Julani, Erdogan potential casualties of Syrian events, Iranian daily argues

The ongoing events in Syria could result in significant casualties, notably Abu Mohammad al-Julani, the leader of the militant Tahrir al-Sham group, and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, an Iranian newspaper has commented in its Tuesday edition.

Stability in Syria unlikely in short term, Iranian analyst opines

A senior Iranian political analyst has attributed the swift and fluid developments in Syria to the “shift in the balance of power in the Middle East.”

Assad’s fall: Regional power shifts, growing Israeli influence in Syria

The whirlwind of developments in Syria and the fall of Bashar al-Assad's government have sparked significant regional and international reactions, including in Iran.

Analyst: Multiple regional, international actors shape Syrian landscape

Syria, a critical geostrategic point in West Asia, has long been a battleground for numerous regional and international actors, each pursuing their own interests, a former Iranian diplomat believes.

Analysts raise concerns over “repeat of Syrian events in Iran”

Recent developments in Syria have raised alarms about potential repercussions for Iran.

Iranian MP: West unleashed terrorists to destabilize region 

The cause of recent tensions in West Asia, from the crisis in Gaza and Lebanon to the renewed unrest in Syria, is the US, Israel, and the West, an Iranian lawmaker argues. 

Iranian ex-envoy: Turkey, Europe backing insurgency in Syria

As clashes between the Syrian armed forces and militants have been going on for several days, a former Iranian ambassador says no single country can independently dictate the broader political changes in the Arab country.

Expert: Opposition gains against Syrian government ‘temporary’, Turkey playing role

A regional affairs expert described recent gains by opposition forces against Syrian President Bashar al-Assad as temporary. Seyyed Ali Hosseini, talking to Jamaran news outlet, emphasized Turkey’s critical role in organizing these operations to expand its influence in the region.

Journalist criticizes Iranian diplomatic team: ‘Honest but lacking political savvy’

A veteran Iranian journalist has launched a scathing attack on Iran's diplomatic team following the recent negotiations with Europe in Geneva.

Former Iranian MP warns against threatening Europe with nukes

Former chairman of Iran's Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Commission, Heshmatollah Falahatpisheh, has cautioned against threatening Europe with nuclear capabilities. 

Former diplomat: EU alone cannot resolve Iran’s sanctions issue without U.S. involvement

Seyed Hossein Mousavian, a former Iranian diplomat and foreign policy expert, stated that negotiations between Iran and the three European powers are a positive and necessary step, but they are unlikely to succeed without the involvement of the United States.

Analyst: Leader advisor’s recent interview signals shift in Iran’s diplomatic approach

A political analyst believes that Ali Larijani, a seasoned Iranian politician, has recently indicated a potential shift in Iran's diplomatic strategy in an interview with a prominent news website.

Former Iranian diplomat warns of potential US-Europe collaboration against Iran

A former Iranian diplomat in New York has expressed concerns that the issue of ties with Iran might be one of the few common grounds between Europe and the Trump administration, but the two sides have the potential to unite against Iran.

Iran must convince Europe it does not intend to disrupt balance in favor of Russia: Ex-diplomat

A retired Iranian diplomat has underscored the importance of convincing European countries that Iran does not intend to disturb the balance within Europe in favor of Russia in order to reduce the tensions caused by the perception.

Int’l lawyer: US plans to sanction countries cooperating with ICC on Netanyahu arrest 

An international law expert and analyst has revealed the U.S. plans to impose punitive measures on countries that cooperate with the International Criminal Court (ICC) in arresting Israeli leaders, including the regime’s prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu, for crimes against humanity in Gaza. 

Unscheduled visit by Qatari prime minister to Tehran sparks speculation

Reports emerged by Iranian daily Donya-e Eqtesad suggest that the Qatari Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs made an unannounced visit to Tehran Wednesday. Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani is said to have met with Iranian officials, including Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi.

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