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Morocco Turns to Iran to Keep Distance from Saudis: Ex-Ambassador
Mohammad Masjed-Jamei, who once was Iran's Ambassador to Rabat, believes that the reopening of Moroccan embassy in Iran indicates the country’s willingness to keep its distance from Saudi Arabia because of its adverse condition in the region.
Saudi Arabia Arrests 4 Female Models after Posing for Photos with Cars
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has reportedly arrested a number of female models over their photos in an exhibition of luxurious cars.
New Evidence Shows Saudi Arabia and Israel Assassinated Rafic Hariri
A senior US Senator says he has found new evidence that shows the roles of Riyadh and Tel Aviv in the assassination of former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafic Hariri.
Iranian Doctor Warns about Dire Health Conditions of Yemenis
An Iranian medical official said Yemeni people are in dire health situation and the Saudi-led coalition has blocked the path for Iranian doctors who want to help the war-hit people.
Al Saud Bans Its Citizens from Visiting Iran and 5 Other States
The government of Saudi Arabia has announced a ban that prevents Saudi citizens from visiting six countries.
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US and Saudi Arabia Agree on Allowing ISIS Fighters to Escape Mosul
Based on a deal with Washington, Saudi forces will allow ISIS terrorists to safely retreat from Mosul before the Iraqi city is stormed by US-backed forces, a military source has revealed.
Saudi King Salman Calls Off Royal Family’s Financial Grants
Sources say the Saudi King is cancelling Saudi princes’ financial grants and cutting their salaries as part of the country’s austerity plans.
US, Israel behind Massacre of Civilians in Yemeni Capital: IRGC Commander
Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Aerospace Force Brigadier General Amir Ali Hajizadeh condemned the recent massacre of civilians in the Yemeni capital of Sana’a by the Saudi regime and said the US and Israeli regimes were behind the attack.
Sana’a Attack Proves Saudi Policy on Yemen Futile: Iranian Diplomat
A senior Iranian diplomat says Saudi Arabia’s recent deadly airstrike on a funeral hall in Yemen proves Riyadh’s failed and futile policy on Yemen and the entire region.
Iran Ready to Send Humanitarian Aid to Yemen: Zarif
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has voiced his "shock and disgust" over a Saudi Arabian airstrike on a Yemeni funeral.
People in Yemen Hold Protest Rally against Saudi Deadly Airstrike in Front of UN Office
Thousands of Yemenis have taken to the streets of the capital, Sana’a, to denounce a recent Saudi airstrike that left hundreds of civilians dead or injured and prompted global condemnations.
Iranian Official Raps US Role in Saudi Attack on Funeral in Yemen
Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Shamkhani denounced Washington’s role in a Saudi airstrike on Yemen on Saturday that killed scores of civilians in a funeral ceremony in Sana’a, saying US weapons were used in the attack.
UN Secretary General Condemns Saudi Attack on Funeral in Yemen
The UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon condemned the airstrike on the funeral ceremony held in the Yemeni city of Sana’a carried out by the Saudi Arabia-led coalition, his Spokesman said in a statement.
Iran Condemns Saudis’ Deadly Attack on Civilians in Yemen
Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi in a statement strongly condemned Saturday’s deadly airstrikes by Saudi warplanes against civilians in Yemeni capital of Sana’a.
Saudi Airstrike on Yemeni Funeral Kills 144, Wounds 527
Saudi warplanes have carried out airstrikes against the Yemeni capital Sana’a, targeting a crowded funeral ceremony.
There’s Nothing Pleasing about Washington’s Anti-Saudi Law: Iranian Analyst
An Iranian Middle East expert believes that the recent law passed by the US against Saudi Arabia, known as JASTA, would set a dangerous precedent for the world, and Iran should not be happy about it.
Iran Denies Diplomat’s Visit to Yemen
Iran’s Foreign Ministry denied a Saudi daily’s report that an Iranian deputy minister has made a short trip to Yemen’s capital of Sana’a earlier this week.
IRGC’s Serious Warning to Saudi Arabia: Don’t Even Approach Iran’s Waters
The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy in a statement on Wednesday warned Saudi Arabia against any move under the pretext of military drills which would endanger security and stir tension in the Persian Gulf.
Qurans Put in Garbage by Saudi Embassy in Morocco Cause Fury
Photos circulated on Moroccan social media show the Saudi embassy in Rabat has insulted the holy book of Islam, the Holy Quran.
As a Second Chance to Riyadh, Iran Will Hold Talks with Saudis in Future
An Iranian advisor says Iran has been giving Saudi Arabia second chances because the Kingdom’s domestic issues have impaired their ability to make the right decision on regional affairs.
Saudi Arabia Turns to Gregorian Calendar to Shore Up Finances
Saudi Arabia on Sunday shifted to the Gregorian or Western calendar as a basis for paying civil servants as part of an austerity package.
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9/11 Widow First to Sue Saudis under New Law
A woman widowed when her husband was killed at the Pentagon on September 11, 2001, sued Saudi Arabia just two days after the US Congress enacted legislation allowing Americans to sue foreign governments accused of playing a role in terrorist attacks on US soil.
Saudis Giving Money, Intelligence to Bandits in Eastern Iran
An Iranian interior minister says the Saudi regime has been funneling money and intelligence to the outlaws operating in the country’s eastern border areas.
Saudis Recognize Iran’s Exemption from Oil Freeze
OPEC member states have achieved an agreement to control production cap, a decision which immediately impacted the markets with oil prices improving.
Saudi Rulers to Be Held Accountable for Sponsoring Terror
Saudi Arabia has brought the international community into disrepute by sponsoring terrorism and will eventually be held accountable for giving patronage to terror groups, Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman said.