Tunisia

2025-09-15 18:20

Global Sumud Flotilla sets sail from Tunisia to break Gaza blockade

The Global Sumud Flotilla, a multinational maritime convoy tasked with breaking the Israeli blockade of Gaza, has embarked on its mission from Tunisia amid heightened tensions and recent attacks on its vessels. The flotilla departed from three Tunisian ports — Bizerte, Gammarth, and Sidi Bou Said — between September 14 and 15, 2025, carrying activists and humanitarian aid from over 40 countries.

2025-09-13 17:33

Iran, Tunisia to revive tourism cooperation

TEHRAN – Iran and Tunisia have agreed to revive economic and tourism cooperation and are preparing to reconvene a joint economic commission after years of suspension, sources reported following a visit by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to Tunis.

2025-09-12 19:13

Araghchi in Tunisia: Iran and Tunisia pledge stronger ties, condemn Israeli aggression

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi paid an official visit to Tunisia on Wednesday, holding high-level talks with President Kais Saied, Foreign Minister Mohamed Ali Nafti, and other senior officials, as part of his broader tour of North Africa.

2025-09-10 23:10

Brotherly bonds, mutual understanding underline Iran–Tunisia relations, says Tunisian President

TEHRAN – Tunisian President Kais Saied has described relations between Iran and Tunisia as “brotherly,” emphasizing that they are built on mutual understanding, respect, and shared positions, during talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in Tunis on Wednesday.

2025-05-31 16:27

Launching direct flights between Iran and Tunisia a strategic step for promoting tourism

TEHRAN—Tunisia’s Ambassador in Iran Imad Al-Rahmuni emphasized on joint cultural capacities between the two countries and called promotion of tourism as one of the important elements of enhancing mutual ties. He called launching direct flights as an important step in this regard.

2025-05-21 15:24

Tehran to boost technological co-op with Tunis, Jakarta

TEHRAN –Science Minister Hossein Simaei-Sarraf, in separate meetings with his Indonesian and Tunisian counterparts, has conferred on ways to foster scientific and technological relations.

2025-04-28 22:00

By Mona Hojat Ansari

‘Future of Iran-Tunisia relations holds great promise’

Tunisian trade minister discusses political and economic cooperation with Tehran Times

TEHRAN – Iran and Tunisia may not be close in distance. But between the two capitals located in West Asia and North Africa exists deep mutual respect and common interests.

2024-11-27 22:10

Araghchi briefs UN Secretary-General on regional efforts to halt Israeli aggression

TEHRAN – Continuing his series of high-level diplomatic meetings at the 10th Global Forum of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) in Portugal, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi held talks with UN Secretary-General António Guterres to discuss the pressing humanitarian crises in Gaza and Lebanon.

2024-10-12 20:28

Pezeshkian congratulates Kais Saied on re-election as Tunisian president

TEHRAN – In a message to President Kais Saied of Tunisia, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian extended his warm congratulations on Saied's re-election for a second term.

2024-09-17 21:32

Iranian envoy delivers Araqchi's felicitations to Tunisian FM

TEHRAN – Iran’s ambassador to Tunisia recently held a meeting with the newly appointed foreign minister of Tunisia, Mohamed Ali Nafti, to explore areas of shared interest.

2024-08-26 19:22

Iran’s visa lift opens tourism gates, yet travel barriers linger

TEHRAN – Iran’s decision to unilaterally eliminate visa requirements for some countries promises to invigorate its tourism industry, yet persistent issues like expensive flights and limited direct connections are hindering the full realization of this potential.

2024-06-23 17:46

Iran lose to Tunisia at 2024 President’s Cup

TEHRAN – Iran lost to Tunisia 26-23 in Group I of the 2024 President’s Cup on Sunday.

2024-06-15 18:01

Tunisia lifts visa requirement for Iranian nationals

TEHRAN – Tunisia has implemented visa-free entry for Iranian travelers, turning a new page in bilateral tourism relations.

2024-05-22 21:46

Tunisia’s political position should expand to the Arab world: Leader

TEHRAN – Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei received the President of Tunisia and his accompanying delegation on Wednesday and expressed gratitude for the brotherly and heartfelt sentiments of President Kais Saied.

2024-05-22 14:23

Tunisian President makes historic visit to Iran to honor late Iranian President

TEHRAN - President Kais Saied of Tunisia has made a historic visit to Tehran, marking the first time a Tunisian leader has visited the country.

2023-12-25 18:11

Tourism dialogue: Tunisia and Iran explore cooperative paths

TEHRAN – Travel insiders from Tunisia and Iran convened in Tehran for a significant meeting on Monday aimed at fostering collaboration in the tourism sector.