EU’s Mogherini in Tehran for Syria Talks

The European Union’s Foreign Policy Chief Federica Mogherini has arrived in Tehran to hold talks with President Hassan Rouhani and Foreign Minister Zarif as part of the outreach on Syrian crisis.

Iran to Resume Gas Exports to Turkey Soon

Iran says its exports of natural gas to Turkey that have been halted reportedly as a result of an explosion inside the Turkish territory will resume within the next few days.

Iran to Open Tourism Office in Russia

Iran is going to open a tourism office in Moscow by March 2017 in reciprocation for the same Russian office in Tehran, an Iranian official announced.

US Faces Growing Worldwide Wrath: Iranian Cleric

A top Iranian cleric pointed to the growing anti-US sentiments in the world, saying more and more regional countries begin to rise against the US hostile plots.

Iranian Ex-Envoy Warns against US Plots to Hijack Mosul Operation

Former Iranian Ambassador to Iraq Hassan Kazemi Qomi said troops participating in an ongoing major offensive to liberate the Iraqi city of Mosul from the grip of ISIS are purely Iraqi not American, warning about US attempts to hijack the attack.

Iran Raps ‘Rare’ EU Clauses in Trade Deals

A top official in Tehran has accused European government of failing to take the required measures to facilitate trade agreements with Iran – what he says is already in violation of a nuclear agreement that was sealed with the country last summer and came into effect in January.

Iraqi Federal Police Forces Reach Gates of Mosul

The Iraqi Federal Police forces have reached the entrance gates of Mosul, as part of a massive offensive backed by Hashd al-Shaabi, also known as Popular Mobilization Forces, to retake the last major stronghold of the Daesh (ISIS or ISIS) terrorist group in Iraq.

Enemies Seek to Divert Attention from Israeli Crimes: Shamkhani

A senior Iranian official has warned that the global arrogance has been sowing discord among Muslim nations to divert attention from Israel’s crimes.

Iran’s Zarif to Hold Talks With Russia’s Lavrov on Syria in Moscow

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif will pay an official one-day visit to Russia for talks on the Syrian crisis.

EU, Finland Can Help Settlement of Syria Conflict: Iran Parliament Speaker

Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani says the European Union can play a significant role in the settlement of the Syrian crisis and the campaign against terrorism.

Iran’s Carpet Exports to US at $50mn

Iran says its exports of hand-woven carpets to the United States have reached around $50 million since the removal of sanctions in January.

Diplomat: Iran Averted Dominance of ISIS in Syria

An Iranian deputy foreign minister highlighted the country’s effective assistance to Syria in the fight against terrorism, saying the Daesh (ISIL) terrorist group would have conquered the Arab country without Iran’s backing.

President: Capacities of Iran, Finland Should Be Tapped to Cement Bilateral Ties

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani called for efforts to promote bilateral cooperation between Tehran and Helsinki in all spheres through using the capacities of both countries.

Saudi Killing of Yemeni People Worst Kind of Terrorism: Leader

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei described terrorism as one of humanity’s painful calamities, and referred to mass killings, including the deadly attacks on Yemeni people by Saudi Arabia, as the “worst kind of terrorism”.

Presidents Discuss Iran-Finland Railroad Link

Presidents of Iran and Finland at a meeting in Tehran weighed plans for connecting the two countries via railroad.

Iranian Researchers Produce Edible Nano Packaging

Iranian researchers at University of Tehran have developed a kind of nano packaging that is both edible and highly biodegradable.

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.

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