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2025-03-08 22:35
Muslim unity necessary to counter forced displacement of Palestinians by Israel: Iran FM
TEHRAN – The foreign ministers of Iran and Saudi Arabia have emphasized the urgent need for unity within the Muslim world to counter Israel’s efforts to forcibly displace Palestinians from the Gaza Strip.
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2025-03-08 22:34
Attack on Iran's nuclear facilities a recipe for ‘regional catastrophe’, warns Qatari PM
TEHRAN – Qatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani has issued a stark plea to the United States and Israel to abandon threats of military action against Iran’s nuclear facilities, describing such escalation as a direct threat to regional survival.
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2025-03-07 22:03
‘Stop blame-shifting over Ukraine war’, Iran denounces France’s claims of arm supply
TEHRAN – Iran has strongly rejected recent allegations made by French officials accusing Tehran of supplying military equipment to Russia for use in the Ukraine conflict.
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2025-03-07 22:01
Tehran says only 2 protocols of CCW may be ratified
TEHRAN – Iran’s Defense Ministry has addressed concerns regarding a proposed bill related to the Convention on Certain Conventional Weapons (CCW), emphasizing that the legislation has been carefully drafted with the approval and oversight of the General Staff of the Armed Forces.
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2025-03-07 21:52
Funeral ceremony for martyred IRGC commander held in Tehran
TEHRAN – A solemn funeral procession was held on Friday for martyred Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy commander Brigadier General Mostafa Abdollahi, who succumbed to severe injuries sustained while assisting in a fire-extinguishing mission at a naval facility in Tehran.
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2025-03-07 21:52
Israel disbands “Iran Command” amid signs of defeat
TEHRAN – In a possible admission of strategic failure, the Israeli regime announced the dissolution of its flagship military unit tasked with countering Iran.
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2025-03-07 21:52
Tehran and Moscow discuss regional stability, Palestine, and Syria
TEHRAN – Senior Iranian and Russian diplomats convened in Moscow this week to address regional security challenges, particularly the crises in Syria and Palestine, underscoring deepening strategic cooperation between the two nations.
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2025-03-05 23:02
Pashinyan says Armenia will never take part in actions that could harm Iran
TEHRAN – Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has reaffirmed Yerevan’s commitment to not engaging in any actions against Iran, highlighting the strategic importance of their bilateral ties.
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2025-03-05 22:01
Cultural cooperation key to strengthening Iran-Austria relations: Iran deputy FM
TEHRAN – Majid Takht-Ravanchi, Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs, underscored the importance of cultural cooperation in fostering stronger ties between Iran and Austria.
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2025-03-05 22:00
Tehran slams UK’s ‘confrontational policies’ as London escalates tensions with unprecedented move
TEHRAN – The United Kingdom has intensified its confrontational posture toward Iran, designating the country under the “enhanced tier” of the Foreign Influence Registration Scheme (FIRS), a move requiring Iranian state-linked entities to register activities in the UK or face severe penalties, including imprisonment.
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2025-03-04 22:47
Iran summons Ankara’s ambassador over Turkish FM's ‘erroneous’ statements
TEHRAN — Iran summoned Turkey’s ambassador to Tehran on Monday following “baseless and provocative” remarks by Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan.
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2025-03-04 21:02
Tehran, Doha explore new avenues for cooperation in key diplomatic meetings
TEHRAN – Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs, Kazem Gharibabadi, has visited Qatar, where he engaged in discussions with senior Qatari officials to enhance bilateral cooperation.
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2025-03-04 21:02
Revitalized relations between Tehran, Riyadh paves way for broader cooperation: Iranian envoy
TEHRAN – Since the historic reconciliation between Iran and Saudi Arabia in 2023, diplomatic relations have seen a significant revival, opening doors for political, economic, and cultural cooperation. In an exclusive interview with the Saudi Arabia’s Diplomatic Quarter Magazine, Iran’s ambassador to Saudi Arabia Alireza Enayati discusses the progress made so far, the economic and trade potential between the two nations, and the role of Iranian expertise in Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.
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2025-03-03 22:30
Iranian envoy expresses solidarity after deadly blast at Pakistani religious school
TEHRAN – Ambassador to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghaddam, visited Darul Uloom Haqqania, a prominent religious seminary in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, to express his condolences following a deadly terrorist attack that took place last Friday, March 1.
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2025-03-03 22:28
Why did Zarif resign?
The VP says he was advised by the judiciary chief to step down
TEHRAN – Mohammad Javad Zarif, Iran’s vice president for strategic affairs, has announced his resignation, stating that he was instructed to step down by a high-ranking official.
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2025-03-03 22:27
Iran says Turkey’s 'unconstructive rhetoric' harmful to regional stability
TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Esmaeil Baqaei, addressed relations with Turkey, U.S. policy shifts, and the Israeli regime’s occupation of Palestinian territories during a press conference on Monday.
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2025-03-02 22:26
Pezeshkian says Gaza, Lebanon need more Muslim support as previous inaction takes toll
TEHRAN – As Iranians began the holy month of Ramadan on Sunday after the sighting of the crescent moon, President Masoud Pezeshkian issued a message to fellow Muslim leaders in the region, asking to work in tandem to alleviate the pain and suffering of the Palestinians and Lebanese who have been subject to brutal Israeli aggression over the past 18 months.
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2025-03-02 21:10
Four dead as terrorists strike southeastern Iran after months of quiet
TEHRAN – Four people were killed in two separate attacks in Iran’s southeastern region on Saturday as terrorists seem to have ramped up attacks after a period of heavy crackdown by Iran’s military and security forces.
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2025-03-02 21:09
Nations that trust Western powers are doomed to fail: Qalibaf
TEHRAN – Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, the Speaker of Iran’s Parliament, delivered a strong speech during Sunday’s parliamentary session, warning against reliance on foreign powers and emphasizing the resilience of the Iranian nation.
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2025-03-01 21:30
Two Basij members killed in terrorist attack in SE Iran
TEHRAN – The Public Relations Office of the Quds Base of the IRGC Ground Forces has confirmed the martyrdom of two members of Iran’s Basij voluntary forces in Saravan County following a terrorist attack.
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2025-03-01 21:30
‘Guardians of the Persian Gulf:’ IRGC Navy chief vows crushing response to threats
TEHRAN – Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, commander of Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy, issued a stark warning to adversaries on Saturday, pledging a “decisive and crushing answer” to any threats against Iran’s territorial integrity.
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2025-03-01 20:19
Iran eyes closer Latin American ties as it welcomes Uruguay's new FM
TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has extended formal congratulations to Mario Lobotkin, Uruguay’s newly appointed Foreign Minister, reaffirming Tehran’s commitment to deepening ties with Latin America.
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2025-02-28 21:51
Iran's special envoy holds diplomatic talks with Ethiopian FM in Addis Ababa
TEHRAN – Eshaq Al-e Habib, Advisor and Special Envoy to the Foreign Minister of Iran, met with Ethiopia’s Foreign Minister, Gedion Timothewos, during an official visit to Addis Ababa.
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2025-02-28 21:50
Iranian navy's 100th flotilla docks at Mumbai port with 'friendship message'
The 100th flotilla of warships from the Iranian Navy has docked at Mumbai Port on India's west coast, as Iran extends its naval activities in international waters.
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2025-02-28 21:49
Tehran hosts talks on enhancing military fitness through sports
TEHRAN – Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh, Iran's Defense Minister, hosted Captain Roberto Recchia, Secretary-General of the International Military Sports Council (CISM), in Tehran on Thursday to discuss the role of sports in improving the physical fitness of Asian military personnel.
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2025-02-26 22:46
Hezbollah chief hosts Iran parliament speaker, FM in show of Resistance solidarity
TEHRAN – Iran’s parliamentary and diplomatic leadership concluded a landmark visit to Beirut last week, reinforcing Tehran’s unshakable alliance with Hezbollah and vowing to sustain the Resistance Front against Israeli occupation and Western interference.
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2025-02-26 22:46
IRGC chief says Iran’s enemies have yet to receive ‘serious blow’
TEHRAN – The chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) praised the defense and military capabilities of Iran, emphasizing that the country's enemies have yet to face "serious" blows despite a series of retaliatory strikes and operations over the past year.
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2025-02-26 22:45
Israeli FM repeats alarmist war threats in interview with Politico
TEHRAN – In a provocative interview with Politico on Wednesday, the Israeli regime’s Foreign Minister Gidon Sa’ar accused Iran of advancing its nuclear program to a “dangerous” threshold, hinting that “military action” might be required.
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2025-02-26 22:43
Araghchi urges stronger bilateral ties in meeting with new ambassador to Germany
TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has underscored the significance of strengthening diplomatic relations between Iran and Germany, highlighting the historical ties and potential for expanded cooperation between the two nations.
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2025-02-25 23:55
Malaysian FM visits Tehran for high-level talks
TEHRAN – Malaysia’s Foreign Minister, Mohamad Hasan, arrived in Tehran on Tuesday afternoon for a diplomatic visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties.