Iran-Saudi Arabia Relations

Iran’s Visa Issuance Rules Designed to Speed up Travel Procedure: Spokesman

Iran has offered explanation on the procedure for granting visas to those who would like to travel to the country.

Iran Dismisses Hackneyed Statement of Arab Quartet Committee

Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has rejected the hackneyed and groundless allegations against Iran raised in the most recent statement of the self-proclaimed Arab Quartet Committee.

Iran Blasts US Breach of UNSC Resolutions

The Islamic Republic of Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for International and Legal Affairs Mohsen Baharvand has denounced the US government for its unilateral policies and disregard for the United Nations Security Council resolutions.

Iran Strongly Condemns Saudi Attack on Yemen’s Jawf

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has strongly condemned the Saudi-led coalition’s criminal attack on the city of al-Maslub in the Yemeni province of Jawf, which left tens of civilians, including women and children, dead or wounded.

Saudis Backtracked on Call for Talks with Iran under US Pressure: Zarif

Foreign Minister of Iran Mohammad Javad Zarif says Riyadh had called for direct talks with Tehran after the US assassination of Iranian commander Lt. General Qassem Soleimani, but backed down on its request apparently under pressures from the Trump administration.

What Was Gen. Soleimani’s Last Mission to Iraq?

Iran’s ambassador to Baghdad has given an account of what Lt. General Qassem Soleimani was assigned to do in Iraq before being assassinated in an American airstrike on January 3.

Military Spending No Guarantee of Power, Zarif Tells Saudis

Iran’s minister of foreign affairs says military spending will not guarantee power for any country as the US which spends over 600 billion dollars on military has to leave the Middle East now.

Denmark, Netherlands Summon Saudi Envoys over Spying Activities

The Danish and Dutch governments have summoned the Saudi ambassadors to Copenhagen and Stockholm, respectively, in order to express their official protest after arresting and charging four terrorists for spying on behalf of the kingdom in the two European states.

Tehran Still Ready to Mend Ties with Riyadh Despite ‘Foolish’ Moves

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi says the Islamic Republic believes cooperation among regional states is the only way out of the current tensions and crisis, and that Tehran is still prepared for talks with Saudis despite their foolish moves.

Riyadh Abuses Privilege of Hosting OIC, Bars Iran from Jeddah Summit

Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has blasted the Saudi government for barring an Iranian delegation from attending a meeting on the so-called deal of the century at the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) headquarters in Jeddah.

Iran Blasts Saudi Foreign Minister’s Comments

Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has strongly criticized the recent comments made by Saudi Arabia’s foreign minister in an interview with CNN.

Iran Says Open to Dialogue with Neighbours after Saudi Signal for Talks

Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Javad Zarif has expressed the country’s readiness for talks with the neighbours to serve the regional interests after his Saudi counterpart said Riyadh was open to dialogue with Tehran.

Riyadh Needs to Return to Normal Ties with Tehran: Official

A senior Iranian official says Saudi Arabia has no other option, but to restore normal relations with Iran.

Iran Urges Collective Cooperation to Tackle Regional Security Challenges

A senior Iranian official says terrorism, extremism and the presence of foreign forces are the major threats to the region.

Zarif Urges Regional States to Try Hormuz Peace Endeavour

Iran’s foreign minister has called on other countries, especially Iran’s Arab neighbours, to put to the test the Hormuz Peace Endeavour (HOPE) initiative proposed by Tehran.

Iran Rejects ‘Hackneyed’ Allegations in PGCC Summit’s Communique

Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran has denounced the baseless allegations levelled against Tehran in the final statement of the 40th summit of the Persian Gulf Cooperation Council.

Iran Friend of Saudi, Bahraini, Emirati People: Rouhani

President Hassan Rouhani says Iran is a friend of the people of Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, and all other regional countries.

Iran Rejects Invalid Rights Resolution by UNGA Committee

Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman says the human rights resolution adopted by the Third Committee of the UN General Assembly against the Islamic Republic of Iran reflects the hypocrisy of those behind it and therefore lacks legitimacy and credibility.

Iran Says Tensions with GCC States Provoked by ‘Hidden’ Actors

Iran’s deputy foreign minister for political affairs says there are various signs and indications that some parties from behind the scenes are involved in the differences between Tehran and the Persian Gulf states.

Iran President Sends Peace Letters to Saudi King

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has sent letters to Saudi King Salman about regional peace, the Iranian administration’s spokesman says.

Saudi Chanel Publishes Fake Photo to Provoke Anti-Iran Sentiments in Lebanon

Saudi Arabia's Al-Hadath TV has claimed in an anti-Iran move that the Lebanese people had been chanting slogans against the Islamic Republic of Iran, but facts on the ground reveal it’s just another piece of fake news.

Riyadh Afraid to Start Talks with Tehran: Analyst

A political commentator says Saudi Arabia is afraid to start negotiations with Iran.

Iran Reiterates Call for End of Bloodshed in Yemen

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has once again called for an immediate end to five years of Saudi aggression against Yemen, and the beginning of Yemeni-Yemeni talks in the war-torn state.

Zarif Says Ready to Visit Saudi If Conditions Prepared

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says he is prepared to visit Saudi Arabia in order to mend ties between the two neighbouring countries if conditions are prepared.

Saudis Must Reopen Embassy in Tehran to Mend Ties: Analyst

An Iranian political analyst says as the Saudis cut off relations with Iran, it is Riyadh that should take the first step by reopening its embassy in Tehran and allow Tehran to reopen its embassy in Riyadh.

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