UK appoints Hugo Shorter as new ambassador to Iran

TEHRAN – London has officially named Hugo Shorter the new Ambassador of the United Kingdom to the Islamic Republic of Iran, succeeding Simon Shercliff, the former British envoy.

Iran summons German, Austrian ambassadors in reciprocal move

TEHRAN - The Iranian Foreign Ministry on Thursday summoned the ambassadors of Germany and Austria in response to the summoning of the Iranian ambassadors to Berlin and Vienna.

Iran tells UN it will respond to Israeli attack on ambassador in Beirut

TEHRAN - Iran tells the United Nations that it reserves the right to respond to the recent act of sabotage and terrorism by the rogue Israeli regime in Lebanon, after Tehran’s ambassador was injured in one of the explosions in Beirut.

Pakistan’s Defence Day commemorated in Tehran

TEHRAN – The Embassy of Pakistan in Tehran organized a special ceremony at Pakistan House to mark Pakistan’s Defence Day, honoring the sacrifices of Pakistani soldiers in safeguarding the nation’s borders and sovereignty.

Iran’s ambassador presents credentials to Brunei’s king

TEHRAN- The Iranian ambassador to Brunei, Mohammad Taghi Rajabi, formally submitted his credentials to the nation's king on Monday.

Iran, Armenia officials discuss expansion of bilateral ties

TEHRAN- The Iranian ambassador to Armenia engaged in discussions regarding regional developments and the enhancement of bilateral relations with Armenia's deputy prime minister.

Iranian ambassador assesses welfare of inmates jailed in Turkey

TEHRAN – Iranian ambassador to Turkey Mohammad Hassan Habibollahzadeh recently paid a visit to Sincan Prison in Ankara to assess the conditions and well-being of Iranian nationals incarcerated there.

Tehran, Ouagadougou move to strengthen handicraft ties

TEHRAN - In a step towards bolstering cultural ties, the ambassador of Burkina Faso to Tehran, has met with the Iranian deputy minister of handicrafts.

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Chinese Liberation Army’s 97th anniversary celebrated in Tehran

TEHRAN - The Chinese embassy in Iran celebrated the 97th anniversary of the founding of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army at the place of the embassy in Tehran on Sunday night.

Italy appoints ambassador to Syria in latest sign of European thaw

Italy will soon send an ambassador to Syria, the country’s top diplomat said on Friday, in a boost for Syrian President Bashar al-Assad in his quest for international legitimacy as well as Italy's efforts to stop migration into Europe.

New Iranian ambassador presents credentials to Libyan presidential council head

TEHRAN – Einollah Souri, the new Iranian ambassador to Tripoli, officially presented his credentials to Mohamed al-Menfi, the Head of Libya's Presidential Council, during a formal meeting.

Foreign ambassadors meet with Iran’s judiciary chief

TEHRAN – On the morning of Wednesday, a significant meeting took place between foreign ambassadors residing in Iran and Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei, the head of Iran’s judiciary.

Brazil recalls ambassador to Israel

Brazil has recalled its ambassador to Israel and will not immediately appoint a replacement, a diplomatic source told AFP Wednesday, ratcheting up tensions between the two sides over Israel's war in Gaza.

Kerman captures Korean ambassador’s heart

TEHRAN – Paying a visit to Kerman, the South Korean ambassador to Iran has expressed readiness to promote the province’s tourism capacities to his fellow Koreans.

China’s new envoy to Tehran officially starts mission

TEHRAN – China's newly-appointed ambassador to Iran, Cong Peiwu, has officially started his diplomatic mission in Tehran.

Indian ambassador hails Nowruz as celebration of cultural unity

TEHRAN - Indian ambassador to Iran, Rudra Gaurav Shresth, has admired Nowruz, the venerable Persian New Year celebration, as one of the most significant festivities worldwide.

ACD representatives invited to Yazd

TEHRAN - The ancient city of Yazd, recently designated as the tourism capital of the Asia Cooperation Dialogue (ACD) for 2024, is set to welcome 14 ambassadors and representatives from member countries.

Tehran’s new ambassador to Bangkok starts diplomatic mission

TEHRAN - In preparation for his diplomatic mission, Nasseredin Heidari, the recently appointed ambassador of Iran to Thailand, held a crucial meeting on Saturday with Hossein Amir Abdollahian, the Iranian Minister of Foreign Affairs.

Glory of Ancient Persia wows Beijing’s museum-goers. Next stop: Shanghai!

TEHRAN – After the glorious start of a loan exhibit of Persian antiquities at Beijing's Palace Museum, the same event is set to captivate audiences in Shanghai, according to the Deputy Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts.

Belarusian ambassador visits UNESCO sites in southwest Iran

TEHRAN - Dmitry Koltsov, the ambassador of the Republic of Belarus to Iran, embarked on a visit to the southwestern province of Khuzestan, where he explored the UNESCO-designated sites of Tchogha Zanbil and Susa.

Thai ambassador visits Fatima Masoumeh shrine

TEHRAN – On Sunday, the Kingdom of Thailand’s new ambassador to Tehran, Pichit Boonsud, paid a visit to the holy shrine of Fatima Masoumeh (SA) and its associated cultural sites in Qom.

Iran’s cultural gift fascinates Bolivian ambassador

TEHRAN - Bolivian ambassador to Iran Romina Guadalupe Pérez Ramos has shared insights about her favorite Iranian cultural souvenir in an interview with IRNA, stating, “Miniature paintings may be particularly captivating for me.”

Ivory Coast’s ambassador visits historical sites in central Iran

TEHRAN – Ivory Coast's ambassador to Tehran Tamakolo Ouattara has paid visits to some historical sites in Markazi province, located in the heart of Iran.

Iran calls for continued constructive interaction with IAEA

TEHRAN- The Iranian Ambassador to Kuwait, Mohammad Toutounchi, expressed Iran's desire to maintain constructive interaction with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). 

Raisi’s visit to Dushanbe a ‘turning point’ in Iran-Tajikistan ties: ambassador 

TEHRAN- Iran's ambassador to Tajikistan, Alireza Haghighian, has highlighted the significant growth in Tehran-Dushanbe ties under the Raisi administration, resulting in concrete outcomes across all fields, particularly trade and economy.

Centuries-old murals of Safavid palace undergo restoration

TEHRAN – A restoration work has commenced on centuries-old frescoes that once adorned Isfahan’s Chehel Sotoun Palace, where Safavid kings received dignitaries and foreign ambassadors in their capital city.