Mohammad Javad Zarif
The latest news about and opinion pieces by former Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif
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’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.
‘B-Team’ Dragging Trump into War with Iran, Zarif Tells Fox News
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the crown princes of Saudi Arabia and Abu Dhabi, the prime minister of Israel, and Trump’s national security advisor are dragging the US into a war with Iran.
Iran, Venezuela Strongly Reject Any Foreign Interference
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and his Venezuelan counterpart Jorge Arreaza have, in a meeting in New York, denounced the interference of certain countries, led by the US, in the Latin American country’s internal affairs.
Iran Has PhD in Bypassing Sanctions: FM Zarif
Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Iran will do its utmost to export oil after the US tightened its sanctions against the country, stressing that the Islamic Republic — which has been the target of cruel American bans for decades — has gained much experience in going around such restrictive measures.
Iran Slams US’ Silence over Saudi Execution of 37 Men in One Day
Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif criticized the Trump administration for turning a blind eye to Saudi crimes, saying that being a member of the B team - Bolton, Bin Salman, Bin Zayed and "Bibi" - gives immunity for any crime.
Zarif Says Iran’s Military to Decide on Closing Strait of Hormuz
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the country’s military will make the final decision on the option of closing the Strait of Hormuz, a highly important strategic location for global energy trade, in reaction to the US’ ban on the country’s oil exports.
Iran FM Departs for New York to Attend UN Meeting
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif left Tehran for New York early Tuesday to attend the "International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace" meeting at the UN General Assembly.
‘Iran Ready for Anti-Terror Cooperation with Pakistan’
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Iran is prepared to work with Pakistan in fight against terrorism, amid the recent terror attack in south-western Pakistan, which killed 14 members of the country’s armed forces.
Trump’s Veto of Yemen War Bill Shows Israeli Influence in US: Iran
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif denounced the US president’s veto of a congressional resolution to end US military assistance for Saudi Arabia's war on Yemen, saying it demonstrates the alarming influence of the Zionist lobbies on America’s politics.
Iran, Turkey to Establish INSTEX-Like Mechanism: Zarif
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Iran and Turkey have agreed to establish a new financial mechanism in a number of areas similar to that of Europe's long-awaited financial initiative known as the Instrument in Support of Trade Exchange (INSTEX).
Iran, Turkey Reiterate Opposition to US Policies in Ankara
Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, who is in Turkey for dialogue and consultation with the country’s officials, has discussed a range of issues with his Turkish counterpart Mevlut Cavusoglu.
Iran FM Warns about Repercussions of US’ IRGC Blacklisting
Iran has warned about the dangerous legal and political repercussions of the US regime’s latest “heresy” to blacklist part of the official military force of an independent state in the world, which is a member of the UN and international human rights conventions (those applicable in armed conflicts).
FM Zarif, Turkish President Stress Closer Cooperation
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan have discussed expansion of ties in a meeting in Ankara.
Syrian President Condemns US Blacklisting of IRGC
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has slammed as irresponsible the US designation of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps as a terrorist group.
Syria to Give Priority to Iranian Firms in Reconstruction Era: PM
Syrian Prime Minister Imad Khamis says his country’s top priority in the reconstruction era is Iranian companies working in various areas.
Iran Says World Must Respect Syria’s Sovereignty
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the world must respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Syria.
Iran FM, Syrian President Hold Talks in Damascus
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, who is on an official visit to Syria, has sat for talks with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad.
FM Zarif Leaving Tehran for Syria, Turkey
Iran’s foreign minister is departing for Syria on a two-day trip before visiting Turkey at the head of a political delegation.
Iran FM, UN Envoy Discuss Iraq Developments
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has held talks with Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert, the new Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Iraq and head of the UN Assistance Mission in Iraq (UNAMI).
Europeans Have No Excuse for Delaying INSTEX Launch: Iran
Iran’s foreign minister has criticised the European signatories to the 2015 nuclear deal for delaying the enforcement of a non-dollar payment channel, known as INSTEX, aimed at facilitating trade with Tehran under the US sanctions.
Iran Says Ready to Work with France to Settle Regional Woes
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the Islamic Republic is prepared to join hands with the French government to resolve regional issues, especially those in Libya and Sudan.
Foreign Ministry Holds Ceremony to Introduce New Directors
A ceremony has been held in Tehran to introduce new directors and officials of the Iranian Foreign Ministry.
Iran FM, Top Italian Lawmaker Hold Talks in Tehran
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has discussed issues of mutual interest in a meeting with Vito Rosario Petrocelli, the president of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the Senate of Italy.