Iran-Iraq Relations

Iran ready to boost defense, military ties with Iraq: Dehghan

Iran is prepared to boost defense and military cooperation with Iraq and help the country strengthen its military prowess, Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Hossein Dehghan says.

Iran allots $15.2b to develop joint oilfields with Iraq

Iran has allocated USD 15.2 billon for the development of joint oilfields with neighboring Iraq as part of the Islamic Republic’s plans to increase its oil output.

Iran constant supporter of Iraqis: KRG president

Iran stood by Iraq in a difficult situation when ISIL was threatening Erbil and Baghdad, and this measure is worthy of appreciation, said Masoud Barzani.

Ali Larijani: Iran will continue to back Iraq in anti-ISIL fight

The parliament speaker says Tehran hopes those countries that have spread terrorism in the region, would change their approaches, adding Iran will continue to support Iraq in its anti-ISIL fight.

Iran’s top MP raps regional support for terrorism

Ali Larijani said the solution to the scourge of terrorism lies in regional cooperation and support by Muslim states for the Iraqi government.

Iran supporting fight against terrorism across Iraq: Rouhani

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani says Tehran supports the fight against terrorism in all regions of Iraq.

Iran FM blasts ME countries on falling oil prices

Iran’s foreign minister has said that Tehran is ready to promote all-out ties with Iraq, adding that Iraq’s progress and security is intertwined with that of Iran.

Organization of Arba’een ceremonies shows Iraqis do not need foreign security assistance

The secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council said Iraqi security and intelligence forces did an excellent job in ensuring the security of Arba'een.

Iran thanks Iraq for “glorious” organization of Arba’een

Marzieh Afkham described this year's ceremony as manifestation of spirituality and unity inspired by the epic uprising Imam Hussein led against tyrannical rulers of his time.

Iraqi political, ethnic groups must reinforce unity: Iran’s Larijani

Iraq’s Foreign Minister Ibrahim al-Jaafari described Iran as a powerful country in the region and across the world which has a special position in Iraq’s foreign policy.

Iran will stand by Iraq until end of anti-ISIL fight: Zarif

“The Islamic Republic of Iran realized the danger of violence and extremism in Iraq since the very first day and stood by the Iraqi nation,” said the Iranian foreign minister.

Anti-ISIL campaign needs political plan: Larijani

Iran’s Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani underscores the need for a political roadmap in any campaign against ISIL terrorists.

Sectarian rifts colonial means of fomenting insecurity: Rafsanjani

Former Iranian president Hashemi Rafsanjani tells a UN envoy in order to take on terrorism a comprehensive plan which heeds the needs of all political and social strata is needed.

Iraq president calls for Iran’s help in anti-terror fight

In a meeting with Iran’s ambassador to Baghdad, the Iraqi president pleaded with Tehran to forge ahead with its support for Iraq in the battle against terrorism.

Iran strongly supports Iraq in fight against terrorism: Deputy FM

Tehran says it will continue to support Baghdad in its fight against terrorism.

Iran ready to send arms to Iraq in battle against terror

The Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces says Iran is ready to send weapons and [military] equipment to Iraq through legal channels in case Baghdad asks for that.

Iran, Iraq to Set Up Joint Bank Soon: Iran’s VP

To address shortcomings in Iran-Iraq trade transactions, steps should be taken toward opening a joint bank.

Iran, Iraq should join hands to counter enemies’ plots: Iran’s Vice President

Iraq’s stability and security is closely intertwined with those of Iran, reiterated Eshagh Jahangiri.

Iraq security important for neighbors: Iran Majlis speaker

There is ample potential for the further growth of Tehran-Baghdad relations, said the Iranian top MP.

Iran does not trust anti-ISIL coalition: Ayatollah Khamenei

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says Iran has no trust in the sincerity of governments claiming to be fighting the ISIL Takfiri militants.

Cut financial aid to terrorists, Iran president tells West

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani says those governments that have formed a coalition to fight terrorism should first cut off the financial lifeline of terrorist groups.

Iran strongly condemns Iraq terrorist bombings

Iran expresses support for the Iraqi nation in its fight against terrorism.

Tehran backs Baghdad in fight with ISIL: Rouhani

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has voiced support for the Iraqi government in its fight against the ISIL Takfiri militants.

Iran warns of humanitarian crisis in Iraq’s Amerli

Iran urges swift international action to end the plight of people besieged by ISIL militants in an Iraqi town.

FM: Iran Supporting National Unity, Security in Iraq

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif renewed Tehran's support for national unity, security and territorial integrity in Iraq.

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