Mohammad Javad Zarif
The latest news about and opinion pieces by former Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif
Iran FM in China for Talks on Mutual Ties, JCPOA
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has arrived in China for political talks and consultations over mutual ties as well as the most significant regional and international developments including the Iran nuclear deal and the US destabilizing measures.
Iran Nuclear Deal Must Be Preserved: Japan PM
Japan's prime minister says the Iran nuclear deal is an important achievement which should be preserved.
Iran FM Leaves New Delhi for Tokyo
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has left the Indian capital of New Delhi for Tokyo at the invitation of his Japanese counterpart.
Iran FM Calls UAE Vessel Explosions ‘Suspicious’
Iran's foreign minister has described the recent vessel explosions near the Emirati port city of Fujairah as ‘suspicious’, saying such moves in the Middle East are aimed at provoking tension in the region.
Ashgabat Says Resolved to Broaden Ties with Tehran
Turkmen Foreign Minister Raşit Meredow says his country has the political will to broaden its all-out relations with the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Iran FM, Turkmen President Discuss Bilateral Ties
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has held talks with the president of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedow, in Ashgabat.
Iran FM to Make Official Visit to Turkmenistan Sunday
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif will depart for Ashgabat, the capital of Turkmenistan, on Sunday at the head of a high-ranking political-economic delegation.
Iran’s Zarif, Russia’s Lavrov Discuss JCPOA in Moscow
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has held talks with his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov in the Russian capital of Moscow.
It’s World’s Turn to Fulfil Commitments on Iran: Zarif
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says it is time the world kept its side of the bargain and delivered on its commitments as per the Iran nuclear deal.
Iran FM to Visit Moscow for Mutual, Regional Talks
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif will visit Moscow Tuesday night to discuss bilateral, regional and international issues.
Iran, Niger Discuss Promotion of Ties in Tehran
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has discussed issues of mutual interest with Vice-President of the Nigerien National Assembly along with members of Niger-Iran Parliamentary Friendship Group at the African country’s legislature.
CNN Report Proves Zarif Right about Division within Trump Team
A recent report by CNN shows Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif was right when he said there is a rift between Donald Trump and members of his administration on waging war against Iran.
Iran, Kyrgyzstan Discuss Expansion of Bilateral Ties
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and Deputy Foreign Minister of Kyrgyzstan Nuran Niazaliyev have discussed promotion of ties in Tehran.
‘US Committing Genocide by Putting Maximum Pressure on Iran’
Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the Trump administration is legally guilty of conspiring to commit genocide in Iran through their “maximum pressure” policy.
Iran-US War Not Imminent, but ‘Accidents’ Possible: Zarif
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif dismisses the likelihood of a war between Iran and the United States but says certain "accidents" might ignite a military confrontation.
Zarif’s Visit to N Korea Sends Clear Message to US: Analyst
A senior expert says the upcoming visit of Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif to North Korea is to send this clear message to the US that if Washington decides to exert more pressure on Iran, the Islamic Republic will show more resistance and get closer to the US’ opponents.
Iran Raps US’ Bid to Designate Muslim Brotherhood as Terror Group
Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has slammed Washington’s plan to designate the Muslim Brotherhood as a terrorist organization.
Iran Says Ready for Cooperation with Sri Lanka against Terror
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the Islamic Republic stands ready to cooperate with other countries, Sri Lanka in particular, to fight against the global problem of terrorism.
Iran Calls for Establishment of ‘Regional Dialogue Forum’
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has reiterated his call for the establishment of an inclusive regional forum for dialogue among regional states as the only way out of the current multidimensional crises.
Persian Gulf Weakened by Mass Arms Purchases: Iran
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the mass arms purchases of certain regional countries have weakened the Persian Gulf instead of strengthening it.
‘US Reveals Its Crocodile Tears by Ignoring Iran’s Prisoner Swap Offer ’
Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi says the US’ failure to give a constructive response to Iran’s proposal to exchange prisoners revealed that Washington used to shed crocodile tears for prisoners.
Iran FM Departs for Doha to Attend ACD Meeting
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has left Tehran for the Qatari capital of Doha to attend the 16th ministerial meeting of the Asia Cooperation Dialogue (ACD).
FM Zarif Describes Persian Gulf as ‘Iran’s Lifeline’
Iran is commemorating the National Day of the Persian Gulf. Honoring the occasion, Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has highlighted the significance of the strategic body of water, describing it as a “lifeline” for the country.
Iran’s Deputy FM to Visit Ankara on Tuesday
Turkish Foreign Ministry has announced that Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araqchi will visit Turkey on Tuesday to discuss bilateral relations and regional and international issues.
Zarif Hailed for Interview with Trump’s Favourite Channel
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif’s rare interview with Fox News, the favourite news channel of US President Donald Trump and his voters, has received positive reactions so far.