Arab world happy about Iran-Saudi deal: Palestinian president 

TEHRAN – Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has welcomed the Chinese mediation between Iran and Saudi Arabia, saying that the Arab world in its entirety is pleased with the thaw in Tehran-Riadh relations. 

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Warm greetings from Riyadh to Tehran

In a note, Hamshahri wrote about the visit of the Saudi foreign minister to Tehran.

Saudi FM to visit Iran on Saturday

TEHRAN - Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud will visit Iran on Saturday amid warming relations between the two important regional countries, official sources said on Thursday.

Al-Hakim once again emphasizes a coalition of great powers in the region

Leader of Iraq's National Wisdom Movement, Seyed Ammar al-Hakim, in a meeting with an Iranian media delegation, emphasized the importance of Iraq-Iran relations and ways to expand them in all fields.

Iran-Saudi ties have positive impact on regional issues: envoy

TEHRAN- The relationship between the two regional powerhouses of Iran and Saudi Arabia will undoubtedly have a good effect on regional concerns, according to Iran’s new ambassador to Saudi Arabia.

Iranian ambassador to Riyadh outlines viewpoint on regional security

TEHRAN- The regional nations should embrace a new approach to regional security that is focused on development rather than militarism, according to Iran’s new ambassador to Saudi Arabia.

UN welcomes reopening of Iranian embassy in Saudi Arabia

TEHRAN - Stephane Dujarric, spokesperson for the Secretary-General of the UN, has welcomed the reopening of the Iranian embassy in Saudi Arabia, calling the move “helpful.”

By Ali Karbalaei

Saudi Arabia executes three men

TEHRAN- Saudi Arabia has executed three men from the predominantly Shia-populated Eastern Province.

Iran-Saudi nuclear cooperation possible: report

TEHRAN – Iran and Saudi Arabia can initiate nuclear cooperation in light of the recent thaw in their relations, a news website linked to Iran’s top security body has said.

Tehran to reopen embassy in Riyadh Tuesday

TEHRAN - Iran will officially reopen its embassy in Riyadh on Tuesday, the Foreign Ministry announced on Monday.

Iran FM meets counterparts in South Africa

Abdollahian meets Saudi, UAE, Comoran, Gabonese, South African, Brazilian and Indian FMs

CAPE TOWN, South Africa – Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian concluded a visit to South Africa where he met with a number of foreign counterparts, whose countries are either member to BRICS or are called Friends of BRICS.

Iran, S. Arabia to form naval coalition in northern Indian Ocean: Navy chief

TEHRAN - Iran’s Navy commander has announced that a naval coalition will be formed in the northern Indian Ocean with the involvement of Iran, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Iraq, Pakistan and India, Tasnim reported on Saturday.

Iran, S. Arabia, UAE, Oman to form joint naval force under China support: website

TEHRAN - A Qatari news website reported on Friday that Iran, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and Oman are to form a joint naval force under China's support in line with increasing maritime security in the Persian Gulf.

Senior Iranian diplomat appointed ambassador to Saudi Arabia: reports

TEHRAN – Iranian media reported on Tuesday that Alireza Enayati has been named as Iran’s new ambassador to Saudi Arabia.

Iran will become one of members of SCO in current year

BEIJING - China's SCO National Coordinator, Zhang Haizhou, said on Monday, May 22, that more and more countries are applying to join the SCO family, the Tehran Times reporter from Beijing reports.

Ali Shamkhani, architect of Iran-Arab relations, quits

TEHRAN – Ali Shamkhani, the former secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, announced on Sunday that he was leaving his top job after ten years.

Israeli-instigated Iranophobia project thwarted by Iran-Saudi détente: Lebanese MP

TEHRAN- A Lebanese parliamentarian has said the Israeli regime is the main loser as Iran and Saudi are restoring diplomatic ties, noting the “dream” of the Zionists was smashed by the reconciliation between Tehran and Riyadh.

Beijing museum to hold exhibit of relics from Iran, China and Saudi Arabia

TEHRAN – A selection of ancient relics from Iran, China, and Saudi Arabia is set to go on view at a Beijing museum, Iran’s deputy tourism chief said on Thursday.

Iran, Saudi FMs discuss recent developments in bilateral ties

TEHRAN- The top diplomats of Saudi Arabia and Iran underlined their commitment to mending ties, facilitating mutual collaboration, and reopening their diplomatic missions.

Riyadh names new ambassador to Tehran, Amir Abdollahian says

TEHRAN- Saudi Arabia named a new ambassador to Tehran, according to Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian, two months after a deal mediated by China to resolve a seven-year rift in the two countries’ ties.

JCPOA revival depends on American will and European proactivity: envoy

TEHRAN – Iranian Ambassador to Vienna Abbas Bagherpoor Ardakani has said that the resuscitation of the 2015 Iran nuclear deal depends on the U.S. showing the necessary will and the Europeans playing a proactive role. 

Iran to name ambassador to Saudi Arabia soon: FM 

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian has said that Iran will soon appoint an ambassador to Saudi Arabia.

Secret letters between Iran and America?

Arman-e-Emrooz in a confused report made claims about secret correspondence between Iran and the America and wrote about the advantages of a regional agreement.

Iran, Saudi reach agreement on reopening embassies, consulates: MP

TEHRAN – An Iranian lawmaker has quoted the Iranian foreign minister as saying that Iran and Saudi Arabia have totally agreed to reopen their diplomatic missions.

By Ali Karbalaei

A Glorious Return

What are the messages of the return of Syria to the Arab League?

TEHRAN- On May 7, Arab League foreign ministers adopted a resolution based on which they decided to readmit the Syrian Arab Republic to the Arab League, also called the League of Arab States (LAS).

Tehran-Riyadh détente throws cold water on the Abraham Accords: analysis

TEHRAN - In a commentary on May 2, the Strait Times said the China-brokered deal between Iran and Saudi Arabia “throws cold water on the Abraham Accords.”

By Sadegh Fereydounabadi

How Iran turned regional hourglass upside down

TEHRAN – Only two and a half years ago, Israel was on a normalization spree in the West Asia region, touting anti-Iranian alliances with some of the region’s countries.

MBS has ability to receive permission to refurbish Baqi Cemetery: Islamic scholar

TEHRAN- An Islamic scholar says there is a high possibility to get permission from the Saudi officials, including Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman (MBS) to restore the Baqi Cemetery.