Iran-Turkey Relations

Iranian and Turkish FMs in Contact after Attempted Coup in Turkey

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has made a number of calls to his Turkish counterpart Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu to get updates on the situation after a midnight coup in Turkey, an Iranian spokesperson announced.

Iran’s Reaction to Attempted Military Coup in Turkey

Although the recent military coup and the chaotic situation in Turkey took place in early hours of Saturday, July 16, Iranian officials were vigilant enough to closely monitor and show appropriate reactions to the developments in the neighbouring country.

Iran and Turkey Sign Deal to Build Industrial Park

Iran and Turkey have signed an agreement to construct an industrial park in Iran in a bid to boost mutual cooperation between the two neighbouring countries.

Iran warns nationals in Turkey to stay away from public places

Iran has issued a security warning to its citizens in Turkey, calling on them to stay away from crowded places in the country, which has witnessed a rise in terrorist bomb attacks in recent months.

Turkish Firm Signs $4.2bn Power Plant Deal with Iranian Energy Ministry

A major Turkish energy company has finalized a $4.2bn deal with Iran's Energy Ministry to set up seven natural gas power plants in the Islamic Republic.

Turkey to Build at Least 10 Hotels in Iran

Turkish investors will be allowed to build at least 10 hotels in Iran, a Turkish tourism ministry official said on Friday, as the two countries look to increase bilateral trade after international sanctions on Iran were lifted in January.

2,000 Books on Display in Turkey’s Stall in Tehran Int’l Book Fair

Cultural Deputy of Turkey's embassy in Tehran said that 2,000 books written by famous Turkish authors have been displayed in Turkey's stall in Tehran International Book Fair.

Iran, Turkey Ink Three Economic Deals

High-ranking officials from Iran and Turkey signed three trade and banking agreements as part of efforts to boost economic relations between the two neighboring countries.

Iranian banks apply to operate in Turkey

The media in Turkey have reported that two Iranian lenders are planning to do business in the Turkish market – a move which is being praised for its potential positive effect on the country’s investment rating by international institutions.

Zarif: Iran, Turkey should cooperate to tackle terrorism

Visiting Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said here on Saturday that Iran and Turkey, as two big regional countries, should cooperate in tackling the danger of extremism and sectarianism in Mideast.

Iran stands by Turkey in anti-terror fight: VP

Iranian First Vice President Es'haq Jahangiri has strongly condemned the recent “heinous and inhuman” bomb attack in Turkey, saying Tehran will stand by Ankara in the fight against terrorism.

President Rouhani Urges Iran-Turkey Regional Cooperation

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani in a Saturday meeting with Turkish Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu in Tehran referred to Iran and Turkey as two important neighbors with influential roles in establishing unity and solidarity among Muslim nations, and urged enhanced cooperation between the two regional powers, particularly in restoring sustainable peace to the Middle East.

Turkish PM heads for Iran for key talks

Turkish Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu leaves for Tehran to hold talks with senior Iranian officials on ways to strengthen all-out mutual relations and the latest developments in the Middle East region.

Turkey’s Davutoglu to visit Iran Friday

Turkish Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu will pay an official visit to Iran to discuss bilateral ties and the latest developments in the region.

Iran condemns Ankara terror attack

Iran’s Foreign Ministry strongly condemned a bomb attack in the Turkish capital of Ankara that killed and wounded dozens of people on Wednesday.

Iranian President to Visit Turkey: Ambassador

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani will make an official visit to the neighboring Turkey within the coming months, the Iranian Ambassador to Ankara Alireza Bigdeli announced.

Banking relations between Iran and Turkey go back to normal

Iran's Ambassadorto Turkey Ali-Reza Bigdeli announced banking relations between the two countries go back to normal and Bank Mellat will resume its operations in...

Turks invade Iran with their garments

Iranian market with population of 80 millions is a golden opportunity for European and Asian countries to make investment and Iranian neighboring countries are trying to make utmost benefit from reentry of Iran into world economy.

Iran condemns Istanbul terrorist blast

Foreign Ministry spokesman Hossein Jaber Ansari on Tuesday strongly denounced the terrorist explosion which hit central Istanbul earlier in the day.

Russia-Turkey row against region interests: Leader’s aide

If there is a difference among regional countries or Muslim states, it should be settled through dialog and we should not interfere in each other’s internal affairs, Velayati said.

Troop deployment to Iraq, Turkey’s reaction to post-JCPOA era

Turkey thinks that the presence of the Russian military alongside Syrian ground troops and resistance forces is tilting the balance in Assad's favor and this can pose threats to Turkey via its southern border.

Turkey should be the Turkey it used to be: Iran MP

The grave mistake of Turkey is that it thinks NATO would rush to its assistance against Russia in case something happens.

A third World War may be in the cards: Iranian official

The Secretary of Iranian Expediency Council says Iran can presently use its active diplomacy to bring Turkey and Russia close to each other and temper tensions between them.

Iran ready to help resolve Turkey-Russia tensions: First VP

Iran emphasizes that interaction, respect for the country’s national sovereignty and territorial integrity and efforts to solve differences can lead to the establishment of sustainable peace and stability in the region.

What kind of advice President Erdogan’s aides offer?

Turkey has problems with Iraq, Syria and Russia and wants to add Iran to the list of countries with which it has problem. This is a blame game bound to add to the problems of the Turkish government, Nobakht said.

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