Tehran, Baku reaffirm commitment to regional stability and cooperation

TEHRAN – Iran and Azerbaijan have reaffirmed their commitment to deepen political, economic, and cultural cooperation and to remove remaining obstacles to stronger bilateral relations.

Iran seeks to attract more visitors from neighboring countries, tourism minister says

TEHRAN — Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, on Sunday stated that Iran is currently focusing on attracting tourists primarily from nearby countries.

DOE discusses environmental issues with Turkey, Azerbaijan

TEHRAN – Shina Ansari, the head of the Department of Environment, in separate meetings with Emine Erdoğan, the first lady of Turkey, and Mukhtar Babayev, the Azerbaijani Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources, explored avenues to promote cooperation in the environment sector.

Reported Zionist summit in Baku sparks criticism from Ayatollah Khamenei’s advisor

TEHRAN – Ali Akbar Velayati, senior adviser on international affairs to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, has condemned the reported hosting of a Zionist rabbis’ summit in the Republic of Azerbaijan, describing it as a shocking and anti-Islamic step that undermines the dignity of Shiism worldwide.

Iran to take part in five intl. tourism fairs

TEHRAN—Iran is to take part in five international tourism fairs in Iraq, Pakistan, Turkey, Azerbaijan, and Spain, said Moslem Shojaei, the Tourism Ministry’s director-general for marketing and foreign tourism development.

Iranian team wins regional West Asia championship at ICPC 2025

TEHRAN – The students of Sharif University of Technology are placed atop West Asian countries at the 49th International Collegiate Programming Contest (ICPC) 2025.

Azerbaijan Airlines to resume Tehran flights, launch new Tabriz route in September

TEHRAN – Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) is set to expand its services to Iran by resuming flights to Tehran and launching a new route to Tabriz in September, aimed at improving connectivity between the two neighboring countries.

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Pezeshkian seeks assurances in Armenia, will hit Belarus next

TEHRAN – Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian began a two-nation tour on Monday, visiting Armenia first to discuss pressing regional issues, including a recent U.S.-brokered deal with Azerbaijan that analysts warn could lead to the presence of American forces near Iran’s northern borders and block the country’s access to central Asia. 

Understanding the Armenia-Azerbaijan peace treaty: key points explained

TEHRAN – On Monday, the Armenian and Azerbaijani foreign ministries released the full text of a peace treaty the two countries agreed upon in March 2025.

Armenia will make no major decision without consulting Iran: PM Pashinyan

TEHRAN – Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has underlined the “special and distinguished” status of Yerevan’s ties with Tehran, calling the relationship “strategic” and pledging that all major decisions would be made in close consultation with Iran.

Pezeshkian’s aide warns of rising tensions as US eyes new foothold in Caucasus 

TEHRAN – Mehdi Sanaei, an advisor to the Iranian president and former envoy to Russia, has become the second Iranian official to raise concerns over Washington’s expanding footprint in the Caucasus, warning that the current situation could foreshadow heightened regional tensions in the future.

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. 

Syria, Azerbaijan renew ties amid secret talks with Israel

Azerbaijan and Syria took steps toward restoring bilateral relations on 13 July, with both countries' leaders pledging enhanced cooperation, particularly in the energy sector, amid talks between Syrian and Israeli officials in the Azeri capital, according to Cradle.

Iran submits proposals at ECO forum for women’s empowerment

TEHRAN – The Vice-Presidency for Women and Family Affairs has made several proposals at the Economic Cooperation Organization’s first forum on women, held in Lachin city, Azerbaijan, for strengthening regional cooperation to empower women.

Pezeshkian condemns Israeli aggression, emphasizes Iranian sovereignty at ECO summit

TEHRAN- Addressing the 17th Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) Summit in Khankendi, Azerbaijan, President Masoud Pezeshkian vehemently denounced Israel's recent assault on Iran, adding that the nation's armed forces delivered a powerful and effective response. 

Did Azerbaijan help Israel’s war against Iran?

Baku rejects allegations, but reports show investigation is needed 

TEHRAN – Throughout the Iran-Israel war, and in the days following the cessation of hostilities, considerable attention has focused on the Republic of Azerbaijan and its potential role in the regime’s aggression against Iran.

Iran executes gunman in 2023 Azerbaijan embassy attack

TEHRAN – Iran has executed the individual responsible for the January 2023 attack on Azerbaijan's embassy in Tehran, which resulted in the death of one person. 

Tehran, Baku launch joint military drill in Karabakh region

TEHRAN – Iran and Azerbaijan have launched a joint military exercise dubbed “Aras 2025” in the recently liberated areas of Karabakh, aimed at bolstering border security and enhancing joint preparedness against potential threats.

Tehran-Baku relations enter promising new phase: Iran deputy FM

TEHRAN – Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh has reaffirmed the strategic importance of the Republic of Azerbaijan for Iran, highlighting the growing momentum in bilateral relations and the two countries’ shared cultural and regional interests.

Netanyahu abandons Azerbaijan visit after Turkey denies access to its airspace

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was forced to abandon his planned visit to Azerbaijan earlier this week after Turkey refused to allow his plane to enter its airspace, New Arab reported.

Turkey to allow Netanyahu's plane to use its airspace

Turkey will allow the use of its airspace for the plane of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who will visit Azerbaijan on May 7, Report News Agency said.