U.S., Saudis behind unrest in Iraq, Lebanon: advisor

TEHRAN – Hossein Amir Abdollahian, a senior foreign policy advisor to the Iranian parliament speaker, has blamed the United States and Saudi Arabia for the recent unrest in Lebanon and Iraq, saying the two countries’ “political terrorism” will end in failure.

By Damir Nazarov

A new threat to Zionism

Since its inception, Harakat Hezbollah al-Nujaba has established itself as one of the main political forces within Iraq. As a supporter of the ideas of the Islamic revolution, Harakat Hezbollah al-Nujaba automatically becomes one of Tehran's key allies in the region.

*By Mohammad Ghaderi

West scenario to overthrow Iraqi government: A plot that has been foiled

TEHRAN - After almost a 10-day pause, the popular protests in Iraq resumed on Friday in various cities. Although the protests led to clashes and killing of some people by intervention of infiltrators, ultimately it became an opportunity for Iraq’s government to put the demonstrators’ demands on their agenda while maintaining political independence and sovereignty.

Handicrafts worth over $12m exported to Iraq via Mehran border in H1

TEHRAN – Iran exported more than $12 million of handicrafts to neighboring Iraq through Mehran border in the first half the current Iranian calendar year (Mar. 21-Sep. 22), CHTN reported.

Iran issues travel warning for Iraq amid protests

In the wake of recent violent protests in Iraq, Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs called on Iranians to postpone traveling to the Arab country until further notice.

Iran to play Iraq in Basra: official

TEHRAN – The match between Iraq and Iran national football teams will be held at the Basra International Stadium, head of the Iraqi Football Federation, Abdul-Khaliq Masoud, said.

Iraq airs footage of raid which 'killed Daesh leader'

Iraqi state television has aired footage of what it said was a raid in Syria that reportedly killed Daesh leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi.

US, Israel, Saudi Arabia taking advantage of Iraqis’ actual demands

Hossein Amir-Abdollahian made the remark in a tweet on Friday, in reference to the recent spate of unrest in Iraq.

* By Mohammad Ghaderi

Misusing popular protests in Iraq

All documents suggest that a widespread attempt is underway by the enemies of Iraq to undermine security in the country. They want to create a new wave of domestic violence. 

IKIA operates 979 flights during Arbaeen season

TEHRAN – Imam Khomeini International Airport has operated 979 flights between Iran and Iraq since the beginning of the Arbaeen season on October 9.

Arbaeen trek showed Muslim unity against enemies: Baqeri

TEHRAN – The Arbaeen march demonstrated the Islamic Ummah’s unity in the face of enemies, says Major General Mohammad Hossein Baqeri, the Armed Forces Chief of Staff.

Over 15 million pilgrims visited Karbala this year: report

TEHRAN – More than 15.22 million pilgrims entered the holy city of Karbala from five cities of Baghdad, Najaf, Babylon, al-Hurr and Hussainiyeh, according to a report.

Hatami thanks Iraqi government and nation for securing Arbaeen trek

TEHRAN – Defense Minister Amir Hatami has expressed gratitude to the Iraqi officials for efforts to secure the Arbaeen trek, which was attended by over three millions of Iranian pilgrims.

By Afshin Majlesi

Despite media bias, Western people have right to authentic information on Arbaeen

Mass media outlets, including news agencies, radio, television, the Internet and mobile platforms, have undoubtedly become the primary source of information for the majority of, if not all, individuals in modern societies.

Arbaeen has turned into a nightmare for arrogant powers, says cleric

TEHRAN – An interim Friday prayer leader in Tehran has said the Arbaeen pilgrimage has turned into a nightmare for the hegemonic powers.

Jahangiri thanks Iraqis for Arbaeen season hospitality

TEHRAN – Vice President Es’haq Jahangiri has expressed gratitude to the Iraqi government and nation for their warm hospitality during the Arbaeen season.

The epic of Arba’een

Massive processions underway in Iraq's Karbala as millions mark Arba’een

TEHRAN- Huge processions have been held in the Iraqi holy city of Karbala as millions of mourners commemorated Arba’een, the 40th day after the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussein (PBUH), the third Shia Imam.

IKIA transports 49,000 Arbaeen pilgrims in 4 days

TEHRAN – Imam Khomeini International Airport has transported some 49,000 passengers from Tehran to Iraqi cities of Najaf and Baghdad to participate in the Arbaeen pilgrimage in a span of four days.

Najaf governor: Iraq trying its best to offer hospitality to Iranian pilgrims

TEHRAN – Luay al-Yassiry, governor of the shrine city of Najaf, has said Iraq would try its best to serve Iranian pilgrims during the Arbaeen season, which marks the 40th day after the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussein (AS).

Over two million Iranian pilgrims in Iraq for Arbaeen

TEHRAN – Secretary of Security and Law Enforcement Committee of the Arbaeen Central Headquarters says more than two million Iranian pilgrims have already crossed the border into Iraq to attend the Arbaeen march.

By Marzieh Salehi

“Hiring infiltrator”, the British old-fashioned scenario for creating sedition in Iraq

TEHRAN - After recent attacks on PMF positions by Israeli fighter jets and Iraqi prime minister’s emphasis on taking revenge, this time the country has been subjected to suspicious disturbance on the eve of the Arba’een. 

FM says Iraqis’ vigilance will prevent others to derail their legitimate demands

TEHRAN –Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has said officials in Tehran are sure that the Iraqi people are vigilant enough not to allow foreigners to abuse their legitimate demands for a better life to create mayhem in Iraq.

Supreme Leader: Enemies unable to drive wedge between Iranians, Iraqis

TEHRAN - Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei has said that the enemies tried hard to disunite Iranian and Iraqi nations but failed. 

Iran’s policy is expanding ties with neighbors: government

TEHRAN - Iranian government spokesman Ali Rabiei said on Monday that the government’s “very important” policy is expanding ties with the neighboring countries.

Arbaeen march will foil plots: police chief

TEHRAN - Police Chief Brigadier General Hossein Ashtari said on Monday that participation of pilgrims in the Arbaeen march will foil enemies’ plots.

Iran temporarily lifts visa requirement for Iraqi nationals

TEHRAN – Iran’s embassy in Baghdad has announced that Iraqi nationals can visit Iran without a visa from October 24 to December 27, 2019.

Khosravi border crossing reopens to pilgrims visiting Iraq

TEHRAN – The Khosravi border crossing, which is the nearest border to the Iraqi capital of Baghdad and the holy city of Karbala, was reopened on Monday morning.

IKIA schedules 676 extra flights for Arbaeen

TEHRAN – Imam Khomeini International Airport is scheduled to operate 676 extra flights in order to make the best use of air traffic during Arbaeen pilgrimage.

Iranian MP: U.S., Saudi Arabia behind recent unrest in Iraq

TEHRAN – A senior member of the Iranian Parliament National Security and Foreign Policy Committee said on Sunday that joint plots orchestrated by Washington and Riyadh were root causes of recent riots in Iraq. 

Iran supports stability, security in Iraq: diplomat

TEHRAN - Iranian Ambassador to Baghdad Iraj Masjedi said on Sunday that Tehran supports stability, security and economic development in Iraq.