Leader’s aide warns of US-Israeli backed Zangezur corridor plan aimed to Isolate Iran

TEHRAN – Senior foreign policy advisor to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ali Akbar Velayati, has warned that the proposed Zangezur Corridor is part of a broader geopolitical scheme by the United States and Israel aimed at isolating Iran and Russia.

Iranian, Armenian universities to boost scientific ties on environmental issues

TEHRAN –Mohammad-Hossein Omid, the chancellor of University of Tehran, and Grigor Hakobyan, the Armenian ambassador to Iran, have explored the potential to expand scientific collaboration on critical environmental challenges.

Pezeshkian: Iran will never bow to pressure, stands firm on legal nuclear rights

TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has reaffirmed Iran’s unwavering commitment to international law while stressing that Tehran will not yield to coercion or tolerate the denial of its legal rights, particularly in the context of its peaceful nuclear program.

No tolerance for geopolitical change in South Caucasus, Tehran warns

TEHRAN – Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC), Ali Akbar Ahmadian, has reiterated the Islamic Republic’s firm opposition to any geopolitical changes in the region, warning that such shifts could destabilize the South Caucasus and undermine the interests of all regional states.

US is now taking charge of the infamous Zangezur project 

TEHRAN – U.S. Ambassador to Turkey Tom Barrack announced on Friday that the United States has suggested to take control of a proposed corridor that would connect mainland Azerbaijan to Nakhchivan by encroaching on Armenia’s territory, disrupting the country’s historical borders with Iran, and denying Yerevan’s oversee of the route. 

Iranian play featuring visually impaired actors to premiere in Armenia

TEHRAN – “Life Is Too Short”, a play performed by actors with visual impairments, is set to take the stage in Yerevan, Armenia. 

Borders should remain unchanged, says Iran's defense minister in Armenia

TEHRAN – In a high-level meeting on Tuesday, Iranian Minister of Defense Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh met with his Armenian counterpart Suren Papikyan in Yerevan, reiterating Iran’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding the stability of its northern borders and strengthening cooperation with its neighbor, Armenia.

Iran, Tajikistan eye closer ties as foreign ministers convene in Tehran

TEHRAN – Tajikistan’s Foreign Minister Sirojiddin Muhriddin, who is visiting Iran to attend the 14th Tehran Dialogue Forum, held talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Saturday morning.

Iran ready to help seal Armenia-Azerbaijan peace

TEHRAN – After decades of tensions over Nagorno-Karabakh, a peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan seems imminent. Iran, a neighbor with friendly ties to both nations, has offered to facilitate the signing of the finalized treaty. 

Iran, Armenia launch joint military drill near border

TEHRAN – The Islamic Republic of Iran and the Republic of Armenia have commenced a joint military exercise along their shared border in the strategically important Norduz region.

Iran opposes any military action to resolve disputes in South Caucasus

TEHRAN - Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Tuesday reiterated Tehran’s stance regarding unblocking connection routes in the South Caucasus, Armenpress reported.

Armenian, Iranian FMs hold talks in Yerevan

TEHRAN - Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held an enlarged-format meeting after their one-on-one talks on Tuesday, the Armenian Foreign Ministry said.

Pezeshkian hails Armenia-Azerbaijan peace deal in call with Armenian PM

TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has welcomed the peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan, calling it a significant step toward regional stability.

Iran backs prospective peace deal between Armenia, Azerbaijan to end conflict

TEHRAN - Iran has voiced support for a potential peace agreement unveiled by Armenia and Azerbaijan, aimed at resolving a nearly 40-year territorial dispute.

Iran’s non-oil export to Armenia increases 21%

TEHRAN- The value of Iran’s non-oil export to Armenia increased by 21 percent during the first ten months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20, 2024-January 19, 2025), as compared to the same period of time in the past year, the spokesperson for the Trade Development Committee of the House of Industry, Mining, and Trade announced.

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.

Tehran opposed to border changes, Pezeshkian warns Azerbaijani official

TEHRAN – In a meeting with the Azerbaijani President’s foreign policy assistant Hikmet Hajiyev on Monday, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian reaffirmed that preserving the sovereignty of regional nations remains a cornerstone of Iran’s foreign policy.

Yerevan prioritizes relations with Tehran, declares Armenia PM

TEHRAN – Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has underscored his country’s commitment to fostering transparent and balanced relations with Iran. during his speech at the Davos conference.

Armenia thanks Iran for backing its sovereignty

TEHRAN – Armenia’s President Vahagn Khachaturyan expressed gratitude to the Islamic Republic of Iran for its steadfast support of Armenia’s territorial integrity and national sovereignty during a high-level meeting with the Iranian Parliamentary Friendship Group.

Iran security chief urges Armenian PM to solve problems locally during Yerevan visit

TEHRAN – During a visit to Yerevan, the Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council told Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan that regional countries should resolve their issues independently, without relying on foreign powers.

By Afshin Majlesi

How Iran’s Kordasht is a beacon for heritage tourism

JOLFA – Nestled in the tranquil landscapes of Iran’s East Azarbaijan province, the village of Kordasht serves as a living monument to history. It resonates with the courage of Iranian soldiers who defended their homeland against Tsarist Russian invasions over the decades.

Tourism minister attends Ancient Civilizations Forum in Yerevan

TEHRAN – The Iranian Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, traveled to Yerevan, Armenia, on Tuesday morning to attend the 8th Ministerial Meeting of the Ancient Civilizations Forum.

New Armenian ambassador presents credentials to Iranian FM

TEHRAN – Grigor Hakobyan, the newly appointed Ambassador of the Republic of Armenia to Iran, officially began his diplomatic mission by meeting with Abbas Araghchi, the Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Armenia to host Iranian knowledge-based delegation

TEHRAN –Supported by the vice-presidency for science, technology, and knowledge-based economy, a delegation of Iranian knowledge-based firms will be dispatched to Armenia to showcase the latest technological accomplishments of the country and explore markets for Iranian products.

Ambassador says Iran welcomes Armenia’s Crossroads of Peace initiative

TEHRAN - Iran supports Armenia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and welcomes Yerevan’s efforts aimed at establishing friendly relations with its neighbors, Iranian Ambassador to Armenia Mehdi Sobhani has said, Armenpress reports.

Iran, Georgia, and Armenia discuss easing border vehicle traffic

TEHRAN - The heads of the automobile associations of Iran, Georgia, and Armenia have held discussions aimed at simplifying cross-border vehicle travel among their countries.

Hundreds of artifacts from Sassanian and Babylonian eras unearthed in Iraq

TEHRAN - Archaeologists in Iraq have recently uncovered hundreds of ancient artifacts dating back to the eras of ancient Babylon and the Sassanian Empire.