Iran Confirms Arrest of Individual Close to Nuclear Negotiating Team

Iran’s Judiciary spokesman confirmed on Sunday reports on detention of an individual close to the country’s nuclear negotiating team by security and intelligence forces.

Iraq Mulls Selling Oil through Iran: Report

The Iraqi government says it may consider shipping crude through Iran if talks with the local Kurdish administration on oil revenue sharing fall apart.

Iran Urges Australia’s Respect for Law in Dealing with Asylum Seekers

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani called on Australia to treat refugees within the bounds of international law.

President Rouhani Urges Rapid Implementation of Iran-Pakistan Deals

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani called for closer cooperation between Tehran and Islamabad in all areas and stressed the need to quickly implement the agreements previously signed between the two neighboring countries.

Iran Unveils National Information Network

The first phase of Iran’s national information network was launched in a ceremony in Tehran on Sunday.

Lionel Messi Signs T-Shirt of Pro-Assad Fan

Lionel Messi, the Argentinian football legend who plays as a forward for Spanish club FC Barcelona and the Argentina national team, signed the T-shirt of one of his fans who supports Syrian President Bashar al-Assad.

Iran’s FM, Venezuela’s President Meet in Caracas

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and Venezuela’s President Nicolas Maduro held talks on a range of issues at a meeting in Caracas.

Major Kidnap Gang Smashed in Southeast Iran: Official

Iranian security and intelligence forces have managed to disband a chief kidnap and extortion gang in the country’s southeastern province of Kerman, the prosecutor general of the province said.

Saudi Arabia Unable to Achieve Goals in Yemen: Iran’s Parliament Speaker

Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani said the Saudi regime is playing a negative role in most regional issues, Yemen in particular, stressing that Saudis have failed to reach their goals in the region.

Iranian Banks to Open Representative Offices in UK, Italy, Germany

Central Bank of Iran (CBI) has reported that Iranian banks are planning to establish their representative offices in three European countries of Britain, Italy and Germany.

Iran’s Shamkhani Urges India’s Restraint in Kashmir

Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Shamkhani called on the Indian government to show restraint regarding the current crisis in Kashmir.

Iran Seeking Major Financial Reforms: CBI Chief

Central Bank of Iran (CBI) Chief Valiollah Seif announced plans for a comprehensive reform of the country’s financial sector, including changes in laws and regulations of the banking sector and the Central Bank.

Turkish PM Compares Erdogan to Ottoman Sultan

Turkey’s prime minister has compared President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to the Ottoman sultan who conquered Constantinople - modern-day Istanbul - centuries ago.

Iran FM, Bolivia President Discuss Issues of Common Interest

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has held talks with Bolivian President Evo Morales.

Renowned Iranian Actor, Rashidi, Passes Away at 83

Renowned Iranian cinema and theatre actor and producer Davoud Rashidi passed away at the age of 83.

Iran eyes enhanced politico-economic ties with Chile: Zarif

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the Islamic Republic is keen to strengthen politico-economic relations with Chile.

India Calls for Closer Cooperation with Iran in Anti-Terror Campaign

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep concerns over the spread of terrorism across the world and called for joint efforts between Tehran and New Delhi to fight against the inauspicious phenomenon.

Zarif Rejects US Claim of Iran Arms Shipment to Yemen

Iran’s foreign minister has categorically denied the US claims that Tehran ships arms to Yemen, saying Washington itself knows better which international parties spread terrorism throughout the world.

Iran to Allow Russian Jets Fly from Airbase Again, If Necessary: Shamkhani

Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Shamkhani underlined Tehran’s resolution to continue cooperation with Moscow in the fight against terrorism in Syria, saying Iran will allow Russian jets to fly from Hamedan's Nojeh Airbase again, if necessary.

Iranian Forces on Constant Patrol in Persian Gulf: DM

After reports that Iranian boats have approached a US warship near the Strait of Hormuz, Iran’s Defence Minister Brigadier General Hossein Dehqan said the country’s naval vessels are incessantly patrolling the territorial waters to counter any unintentional or aggressive intrusion.

Iran’s FM, Ecuador’s President Meet in Quito

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and Ecuadorian President Rafael Correa held talks at a meeting in the South American country’s capital, Quito.

Leader Lauds Iran’s Robust Security in A Volatile Region

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei highlighted the strong security in Iran despite crises and insecurity in the region.

Iran Ministry to Own Billionaire’s Assets

The Public Prosecutor’s Office in Tehran has accepted to let the Ministry of Petroleum take over assets of billionaire Babak Zanjani who has been sentenced to death for embezzlement.

Envoy: Russia Not After Any Military Base in Iran

Russia has not and will not seek any military base inside Iran, Russian ambassador to Tehran underlined, describing Moscow’s recent use of an Iranian airbase for dispatching bomber jets to Syria as part of the two sides’ efforts to “take revenge on terrorists”.

Iran to Support Investment in Nicaragua

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif assured the country’s private sector companies that the administration will facilitate and support investment in Nicaragua.

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