Iran-Saudi Arabia Relations

Iran denounces Saudi Arabia’s nuclear accusations

Iran has blasted Saudi Arabia over its energy minister’s allegations against the Islamic Republic’s nuclear program.

Pakistan PM warns of any conflict between Iran-Saudi Arabia

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan has warned about the consequences of a confrontation between Iran and Saudi Arabia.

India to host Iranian, Saudi FMs

New Delhi is preparing for visits by the Iranian and Saudi foreign ministers, Indian officials confirmed, as part of a series of engagements aimed at discussions on Afghanistan with partner countries as well as Tehran-Riyadh ties.

Next round of Iran-Saudi talks to be decided soon: Envoy

An Iraqi source has quoted Iran’s ambassador to Baghdad as saying the timing and venue of the fourth round of talks between Tehran and Riyadh will be set soon.

Khatibzadeh: No new Iran-Saudi talks held in Baghdad

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh says three rounds of negotiations between Tehran and Riyadh have been held so far, but there were no new talks between the two sides in the recent summit in Iraq.

Regional Cooperation Prerequisite for Sustainable Security, Iran Tells Iraq

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi says cooperation among regional countries, free from foreign interference, is a prerequisite for sustainable security.

EU Diplomats in Iran to Attend Raisi’s Inauguration, Saudis Will Come Next

A delegation of high-ranking European Union diplomats has arrived in Tehran to attend the inauguration ceremony of President Ebrahim Raisi.

Saudi Arabia to Send Envoy to Ebrahim Raisi’s Inauguration Ceremony: Source

An informed source has told Etemad daily that the Saudi Kingdom will send an envoy to the inauguration ceremony of Iranian President-elect Ebrahim Raisi in early August.

Iran Slams Saudi Arabia’s ‘Baseless’ Claims about Its Uranium Enrichment

Iran's ambassador and permanent representative to international organizations in Vienna has reacted to the baseless claims of the Saudi envoy to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

Raisi Says Ready to Reopen Iran’s Embassy in Riyadh

Iran's President-elect Ebrahim Raisi says there is no barrier to the reopening of the Iranian embassy in Riyadh once he's sworn in in August.

Iran Denounces GCC’s ‘Baseless, Hackneyed’ Accusations

Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh has rejected the groundless and rehashed accusations levelled against Iran in the final statement issued at the 148th meeting of the foreign ministers of the Persian Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).

Iran Waiting to See Change in Saudi Arabia’s Behaviour: Spokesman

Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh says the Islamic Republic is waiting for Saudi Arabia to change its behaviour.

Iran Hopes Contacts with Saudi Arabia Will Come to Fruition: Zarif

Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has expressed hope that the recent contacts between Tehran and Riyadh would come to fruition.

Iran Welcomes Bin Salman’s Conciliatory Tone

Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh has welcomed the recent conciliatory remarks made by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman about Tehran-Riyadh relations and the region.

Iran Blasts Arab League, GCC for ‘Interventionist’ Remarks

Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman has rejected interventionist and irresponsible remarks made by the officials of the Arab League and the Persian Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).

Iran Says Its Merchant Ship Attacked in Red Sea, Sustained ‘Minor’ Damage

Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman has confirmed an attack on the Iranian vessel Saviz in the Red Sea, saying the incident has caused minor damage to the merchant ship.

Iran Says Riyadh Not Safe Enough to Host ACL Play-off Match

Iran's Football Federation has told the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) that the Saudi capital of Riyadh is not safe enough to host an upcoming AFC Champions League play-off match between the Iranian club Foolad Khouzestan and Al-Ain of the UAE.

Iran Welcomes Any Peace Plan Ending Yemen Plight: Foreign Ministry

Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs says the country welcomes any peace initiative focused on ending the six-year war on Yemen and lifts the inhumane economic siege imposed against the impoverished country.

Tehran Denies Iraqi Ship Hijacked in Iranian Waters

Director General of Iran's Ports and Maritime Organization has dismissed media reports that an Iraqi ship has been hijacked in the Iranian waters.

Iran Condemns GCC’s Statement, Urges Council Not to Be Swayed by Riyadh

Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman has condemned a statement issued at the 147th foreign ministerial meeting of the Persian Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).

Iran Raps Saudi Arabia for Using Muslims’ Money to Kill Yemenis

A senior Iranian official has criticized Saudi Arabia for spending Muslims’ money on purchasing weapons and killing the Muslim people of Yemen.

Iran’s Leader Rebukes US for Double Standards on Human Rights

Iran’s Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the United States claims to be an advocate of human rights while it blatantly supports the Saudi murderers of dissident journalist Jamal Khashoggi who was dismembered with a bone saw.

Iran Rejects Arab Quartet’s ‘Provocative’ Statement, ‘Baseless’ Claims

The Iranian foreign ministry spokesman categorically rejected the unfounded allegations brought against Iran in a statement issued at a fake quadrilateral committee of the Arab League.

Iran Ready for Dialogue with All Regional Countries: Rouhani

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the Islamic Republic is prepared to sit for talks with all countries in the region in order to settle regional problems and issues.

Iran Says Will Press Saudi Arabia’s Hand If Extended

The Iranian foreign minister says Iran is prepared to press Saudi Arabia’s hand if the kingdom extends it to Tehran.

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