EU Seeks Closer Ties With Iran after JCPOA: President Rouhani

President Hassan Rouhani says the European Union is willing to expand its relations with Iran, especially in the light of the circumstances that has ensued Tehran’s nuclear agreement with world powers.

Officials Stress Progress in Iran-France ties

An Iranian and a French parliamentarian have stressed the significance of further progress in the relations between Tehran and Paris.

IRGC ‘Most Powerful Armed Force’ in Middle East: Commander

Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Mohammad Ali Jafari highlighted the military might of his forces, saying the IRGC is the strongest armed force in the Middle East.

Judiciary Official Opposes EP Resolution on Iran Ties

An Iranian Judiciary human rights official denounced the European Parliament’s recent resolution on the EU strategy toward Iran, stressing that the Judiciary will not permit the establishment of an EU delegation in Tehran, which he slammed as a “den of corruption”.

US Version of Human Rights Boosts Terrorists: Iran Defense Chief

Iran’s defense minister says the American version of human rights works in the interest of Takfiri terror groups, adding that Washington and its allies rush to save the terrorists whenever they suffer losses on the battlefield.

Iran Ready to Support UN Peacekeeping Missions: Khoshrou

Iran says it is ready to help the United Nations peacekeeping missions by providing security forces and logistic support.

Global Resolve Crucial in Fight against Terrorism: Larijani

Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani says the campaign against terrorism requires international determination.

Iran Ready to Help Pakistan Fight Terrorist Groups: FM Spokesman

Iran has censured a terrorist attack on a police college in the Pakistani city of Quetta and expressed its readiness to help the country fight terrorist groups.

Iran Ready to Boost Banking Ties with Singapore: CBI Chief

Governor of Central Bank of Iran (CBI) Valiollah Seif, who is on an official visit to Singapore, voiced the Islamic Republic’s readiness to boost banking cooperation with the Southeast Asian country.

Iran, Bosnia-Herzegovina Agree on Counterterrorism Cooperation

Iranian and Bosnian presidents unveiled plans on Tuesday for mutual cooperation in the fight against terrorism and extremism.

Iran, Bosnia Sign Economic MoU

Iran and Bosnia and Herzegovina have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on the promotion of business cooperation and mutual investment.

​Iran to Stop Gasoline Imports Next Year

Iran says it will stop gasoline imports during the next Persian calendar of 1396 (starting March 21, 2017) in an announcement that could mean the country will soon stand on its own feet in producing the crucial fuel.

Finnish, Bosnian Presidents in Iran for Talks

Presidents of Finland and Bosnia-Herzegovina arrived in Tehran on Tuesday morning for high-profile meetings that will focus on Tehran’s bilateral relations with the two European nations.

14 Dead, 106 Injured after Explosion at Residential Complex in China

A powerful explosion at a Chinese residential complex has left 14 people dead, scorching buildings and scattering debris across the northwestern Chinese town of Xinmin.

At Least 60 Killed in Extremist Attack on Academy in Pakistan

Dozens of people were killed and wounded in an extremist attack on a police training centre in Pakistan’s Quetta.

‘Germany May Fund Iran Plane Purchases’

Iran says it is looking into the possibility of using the facilities of German financial institutions to fund its purchases of planes from aviation giants such as Airbus and Boeing.

Iran President Says Any Foreign Intervention ‘Very Dangerous’

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the Islamic Republic pursues a very transparent stance in combating terrorism in the Middle East, warning of the “very dangerous” consequences of any act of foreign intervention in the internal affairs of other countries.

Iran’s Judiciary Chief Slams US Attempts to Save Terrorists in Region

Iranian Judiciary Chief Ayatollah Sadeq Amoli Larijani criticized the US for its support for terrorism in the region, including attempts to save Daesh (ISIL) terrorists in the Iraqi city of Mosul.

UK Lifts Sanctions on Key Iranian Bank

The British government has announced that it has removed Bank Saderat Iran (BSI) from its list of sanctioned entities.

Iran Advances to 2017 FIFA U-20 World Cup

Iran booked a place at the next year’s FIFA U-20 World Cup in Korea Republic after defeating Uzbekistan 2-0 on Monday.

Iran’s Zarif, US’s Kerry Win Chatham House Prize 2016

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and US Secretary of State John Kerry have been voted as the winners of this year’s Chatham House Prize for their pivotal role in the conclusion of a nuclear agreement between Iran and the six world countries in 2015.

Iran Ready for Reciprocal Steps in Mending Ties with Canada

Iran’s Foreign Ministry voiced readiness to take reciprocal steps to repair diplomatic relations with Canada, whose previous government closed its embassy in Tehran and ordered the expulsion of Iranian diplomats from Ottawa in 2012.

Iran Cooperating with Iraq to Ensure Security for Pilgrims: Commander

The commander of Iran’s border police said the country is in constant interaction with neighboring Iraq to ensure the security of pilgrims who are flocking to the Arab country to visit the holy shrine of Imam Hussein (AS), the third Shiite Imam.

Iran’s Steel Production Surpasses 13mln Tons in 9 Months

Iran has produced over 13.2 million tons of crude steel in the first 9 months of 2016, according to figures released by the World Steel Association.

Iran, EU to Hold Comprehensive Talks in December

Iran and the European Union will hold a comprehensive round of negotiations in Brussels in December, Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman announced Monday, saying the talks will include human rights issues, among other topics.

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