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Iran-UN Relations

Iran Condemns UNGA’s Human Rights Resolution

Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran has condemned as “biased and politically-motivated” the latest resolution that the UN General Assembly has adopted on the situation of human rights in Iran.

Iran Marks 70th Anniversary of Adoption of 1949 Geneva Conventions

A meeting has been held in Tehran on December 16 to mark the 70th anniversary of adoption of the four Geneva Conventions back in 1949, attended by Iranian and foreign guests, including the diplomatic officials residing in Tehran, as well as the military and administrative authorities.

Iran, The Elders Deplore US Unilateralism

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has held a meeting with members of The Elders, a group of former UN secretary-generals and senior officials, on the sidelines of the Doha Forum 2019.

Tehran, UNWTO Discuss Master Plan to Develop Tourism in Iran

Officials from Iran and the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) have discussed arrangements for the development of a tourism master plan for the Islamic Republic.

IAEA Picks Iran Envoy as VP of Its Special Session

Iran's permanent representative in the international organizations in Vienna has been appointed as the vice president of the Second Special Session of the General Conference of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

Iran Calls for Reform of UN Security Council

Iran's ambassador to the United Nations says the UN Security Council is facing a legitimacy and credibility crisis that has to be addressed through reforms.

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 Slams UN for Ignoring US Violations of Resolution 2231

A senior Iranian diplomat says the UN Secretariat’s reports on the implementation of the United Nations Security Council Resolution 2231 ignore the United States’ repeated violations of the 2015 nuclear deal and the Resolution.

UN Urges US to Comply with ICJ Ruling on Iran Sanctions

The Deputy Spokesman for UN Secretary-General, Farhan Haq, in response to the death of 15 Iranian children with EB disease, called on the United States to comply with the decision of the International Court of Justice and allow vital medicines into Iran.

Iran Says Ready for Cooperation with Grossi as New IAEA Chief

Spokesman for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran has expressed the country's preparedness to have close cooperation with Rafael Mariano Grossi, the new Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

Iran Rejects Use of Force against Countries on Pretext of Fighting Terror

Iran condemns terrorism in all shapes and forms, but war on terror must not be used as a pretext to use force against countries, Iran’s mission to the United Nations says.

Iran Says US’ Unilateralism Imperils Global Trade System

Iran’s deputy ambassador to the United Nations Es’haq Al-e Habib has lashed out at Washington for its unilateralist policies, saying the international trading system is being jeopardized by such harsh and unilateral behaviour.

Iran’s President, UN Chief Meet in NY

President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Hassan Rouhani has held a meeting with Secretary-General of the United Nations Antonio Guterres on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in the US.

Iranian, UN Diplomats Discuss Syria Peace in Beirut Meeting

The United Nations Secretary-General’s Special Envoy for Syria Geir O. Pedersen held a meeting with Senior Assistant to Iran's Foreign Minister in Special Political Affairs Ali Asghar Khaji in Beirut.

UN Held Captive by US: Iranian Spokesman

The spokesperson for the Iranian administration decried the US for a deliberate delay in giving Iran’s diplomatic delegation visa for the UN General Assembly, saying the US government has taken the UN headquarters captive.

US Afraid of Iran’s Presence at UNGA: Rouhani

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the US is afraid of the Iranian delegation’s presence at the General Assembly of the United Nations in New York, as the country uses it as a good chance to publicly announce the Iranian nation’s opinions.

Iran’s President to Meet World Leaders in New York

President of Iran Hassan Rouhani is planned to hold meetings with several foreign leaders, including those of the UK and France, on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly, a presidential official has said.

Rouhani to Propose ‘Coalition of Hope’ Initiative at UNGA

The Iranian president says he and his accompanying delegation are to leave for New York with a motto and plan called “Coalition of Hope” and “Hormuz Peace Initiative.”

FM Zarif Sends Message to World Peace Day Event

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has sent a message to a ceremony held in Tehran on September 21, 2019, to mark the World Peace Day.

Iranian President Due in New York Monday

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani will travel to the UN headquarters in New York City on Monday, heading a high-ranking political delegation.

Iran Rejects US Claims in Letter to UN Chief, UNSC

Iran has submitted a letter to the UN Secretary General and the UN Security Council, rejecting the US’ accusations over the recent attacks on Saudi oil facilities as well as the country’s ballistic missile and space activities.

Iran Says to Counter Any Disruption of Cooperation with IAEA

Iran’s ambassador and permanent representative to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) says the country will respond to any move aimed at sabotaging Tehran’s cooperation with the agency.

IAEA Assures Iran It Will Remain Impartial, Professional

Cornel Feruta, the acting director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), has given Iran assurances that the UN nuclear watchdog will remain impartial in verifying and monitoring Iran’s nuclear activities.

IAEA Chief Feruta in Tehran for High-Level Talks

The Acting Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Cornel Feruta is in Tehran to hold talks with top Iranian officials following the country’s latest step to reduce its commitments under the 2015 nuclear deal.

Iran, UN Discuss Formation of Syria Constitutional Committee

United Nations Secretary-General’s Special Envoy for Syria Geir O. Pedersen held a meeting with Senior Assistant to Iran's Foreign Minister in Special Political Affairs Ali-Asghar Khaji in Tehran.

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