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Dialogue Best Way to Settle Differences in Venezuela: Iran

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi says dialogue, rather than chaos, is needed to settle the political differences in Venezuela.

Iran Rejects US Accusations on Yemen Truce Deal

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has dismissed the US secretary of state’s “false” claims on Tehran’s role in the implementation of Stockholm agreements in Yemen, describing them as part of a “blame game” aimed at covering up the Saudi crimes.

‘US Reveals Its Crocodile Tears by Ignoring Iran’s Prisoner Swap Offer ’

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi says the US’ failure to give a constructive response to Iran’s proposal to exchange prisoners revealed that Washington used to shed crocodile tears for prisoners.

Pakistan Steps Up Security Along Border with Iran

Pakistan has increased the number of its security forces along its joint border with Iran as part of a bilateral agreement to step up security in the region, said Major General Asif Ghafoor, the Spokesman of Pakistan’s Army.

Iran FM Departs for Doha to Attend ACD Meeting

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has left Tehran for the Qatari capital of Doha to attend the 16th ministerial meeting of the Asia Cooperation Dialogue (ACD).

Iran Hails Opening of Afghanistan’s Peace Grand Assembly

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi says Tehran welcomes and supports any process and dialogue that contributes to peace, stability, and sustainable security in Afghanistan.

LG, Samsung Deny Leaving Iran over US Sanctions: Report

South Korea’s Samsung Electronics has denied reports that it was withdrawing from the Iranian market in the face of US sanctions, London-based bne IntelliNews says.

FM Zarif Describes Persian Gulf as ‘Iran’s Lifeline’

Iran is commemorating the National Day of the Persian Gulf. Honoring the occasion, Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has highlighted the significance of the strategic body of water, describing it as a “lifeline” for the country.

Iran to Continue Oil Exports despite US Sanction: Rouhani

Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says the country will not allow the United States to implement its decision to bring Iranian oil exports down to zero.

Trump’s Policy Is ‘Israel First’, Not ‘America First’

Iran's ambassador to the UN says the Israeli regime is the top priority for the United States, unlike the “America First” policy declared by President Donald Trump.

Iranian Teacher to Swim from Oman Sea to Persian Gulf

An Iranian teacher is set to swim the distance between the Oman Sea and the Persian Gulf to mark National Teachers’ Day in the Iranian calendar.

Iran, Norway Hold 9th Round of Political Consultations in Tehran

Tehran has hosted the 9th round of political consultations between Iran and Norway, which was co-chaired by Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araqchi, and Secretary General of the Norwegian Foreign Ministry, Tore Hattrem.

Gen. Soleimani Says Iran Won’t Sit for Talks with US

Senior Iranian Commander Major General Qassem Soleimani says the US wants to drag Iran to the negotiating table with economic pressure, but sitting for talks with the enemy under the current circumstances means “submission”.

‘Iraq in Limbo to Choose between Iran, US’

An Iranian analyst says Iraq is now faced with a difficult choice between Iran and the US because the power balance it had created over the past years to establish ties with both sides is no longer feasible.

Iran’s Deputy FM to Visit Ankara on Tuesday

Turkish Foreign Ministry has announced that Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araqchi will visit Turkey on Tuesday to discuss bilateral relations and regional and international issues.

Iran, Russia to Hold Joint Drills near Hormuz Strait: Navy Commander

Iran’s Navy Commander Rear-Admiral Hossein Khanzandi says the army has planned a joint military drill with Russia in the southern waters of Iran, where the Russian fleet will be berthed.

Iran’s Larijani Says Europe’s Credibility Ruined

Iran’s parliament speaker says the European Union should no longer have any requests from Iran as their credibility has already been destroyed.

Iran’s Patience Not Unlimited, Europe Warned

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araqchi has warned the European parties to the Iran nuclear deal that the Islamic Republic is not going to wait forever to reap the economic benefits of the 2015 deal, and is going to give appropriate response to the US’ unlawful behaviours.

Europe Fails to Fulfill Pledges under JCPOA: Iran Envoy to France

Iran’s Ambassador to France Bahram Qassemi has criticized European parties to the Iran nuclear deal for their failure to live up to their commitments under the JCPOA.

Iran Denies Claim Its Cargo Ship Seized in Libya

Iran has dismissed African media reports that an Iranian cargo ship has been seized by the Libyan Government of National Accord over the US sanctions.

Zarif Hailed for Interview with Trump’s Favourite Channel

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif’s rare interview with Fox News, the favourite news channel of US President Donald Trump and his voters, has received positive reactions so far.

Iran Not After Closing Strait of Hormuz: Top General

Chief of General Staff of Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Baqeri says Iran does not seek to close the Strait of Hormuz, but at the same time it won’t allow any country to destabilize the strategic artery.

Iran’s Prisoner Swap Offer Response to US Call: Zarif

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says he has raised the idea of swapping prisoners with the US in response to the US’ call for engagement, but he is now disappointed with the State Department’s reaction to his call.

Iran FM Says to Visit North Korea Soon

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says he is planning to visit North Korea in the near future.

Iran Denies Asking for Negotiation with US

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has dismissed claims by certain foreign media outlets about Iran’s request for negotiation with the United States, and the beginning of Tehran’s talks with Riyadh, describing them as “inaccurate and unfounded”.

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