Moves to revive JCPOA, membership in SCO show a balance in foreign policy, expert says

TEHRAN – Nozar Shafiei, a foreign policy analyst, has said a move by Iran to revive the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) and its membership in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) demonstrate that Tehran is moving towards a “balance” in foreign policy.

Iran FM holds intensive talks in Dushanbe

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian held many meetings with his counterparts from China, Russia, India, and Pakistan to discuss a variety of bilateral and regional issues such as the developments in Afghanistan and the situation around a 2015 Iran nuclear deal.

Iran seriously pursuing legal action against Gen. Soleimani assassination

TEHRAN — A special committee for legal and international investigation into the assassination of Iran’s top General Qassem Soleimani and his entourage was held on Tuesday at the presence of managers and representatives of relevant state and military agencies.

Bagheri Kani replaces Araqchi as deputy FM

TEHRAN — In separate decrees, Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian has appointed three new deputies.

Iran FM receive more congratulatory messages

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollaian continued to receive on Monday congratulatory messages and phone calls from his counterparts around the globe.

Amir Abdollahian: ‘Trial and error’ is key reason for instability in Afghanistan

TEHRAN — Iran’s Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian addressed a virtual meeting on the “Humanitarian Situation in Afghanistan” chaired by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Monday afternoon.

DPRK foreign minister congratulates Iran FM appointment

TEHRAN - Foreign Minister of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, Lee Sun-kwon, has congratulated Iran’s Foreign Minister Hussein Amir Abdollahian on receiving the vote of confidence and taking office.

Amir Abdollahian: Iran having internal consultations on how to continue Vienna talks

TEHRAN — In a telephone conversation on Monday, British Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab spoke with his Iranian counterpart and congratulated him on his appointment.

Iran FM congratulates Tajikistan on Independence Day

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian has sent a congratulatory message to his Tajik counterpart Sirojiddin Muhriddin felicitating him on the anniversary of Tajikistan’s independence.

Iran-Saudi talks must be balanced to solve regional problems, expert suggests.

TEHRAN - An expert on political issues has said Iran-Saudi Arabia talks are aimed at solving the region's problems, saying Iran seeks peace, security and sustainable peace in the West Asia region.

Abdollahian receives congratulatory messages from foreign counterparts

TEHRAN – The new foreign minister of Iran, Hossein Amir Abdollahian, has received many more congratulatory messages from counterparts from across the globe congratulating him on becoming the foreign minister of Iran. 

Iran FM discusses bilateral, regional issues with foreign officials

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian had a busy day on Thursday. He met and spoke by phone with many foreign officials including the foreign ministers of Qatar, Russia, the United Arab Emirates.

Iran FM, ex-Afghan president discuss Afghanistan 

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian has discussed the latest developments in Afghanistan with former Afghan president Hamed Karzai during a phone call on Tuesday. 

Iran Foreign Ministry hosts interagency meeting on ties with northern neighbors

TEHRAN - Iran’s foreign minister and energy minister (the head of the Iran-Tajikistan Joint Commission) as well as heads of other government organizations and that of the Chamber of Commerce have held a joint meeting at the Foreign Ministry.

Afghanistan FM holds talks with Iranian counterpart

TEHRAN - Afghan Foreign Minister Mohammad Hanif Atmar has congratulated his Iranian counterpart Hossein Amir Abdollahian on winning Parliament’s endorsement to become Iran’s foreign minister.

Iran FM meets members of Iran Chamber of Commerce

TEHRAN - The first consultation forum of the Foreign Ministry and Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries and Mines was held on Monday with Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian, his deputy for economic diplomacy and directors general of the ministry playing host

New Iran FM says Tehran seeks ‘wise and solid’ talks 

Amir Abdollahian blames U.S. as chief culprit for violating nuclear deal

TEHRAN - Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian said on Monday that Iran seeks “wise and solid negotiations” for reviving the 2015 nuclear deal, officially known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).

Deepening ties with neighbors a priority of Raisi’s foreign policy

TEHRAN-- The Ebrahim Raisi administration has shown in its theory and practice that it has a serious will to improve relations with neighbors and regional states. It is a policy that, if there is a serious will on the part of the sides, will lead to the establishment of lasting stability and security in the region.

Abdullah Abdullah asks Iran to send humanitarian aid to Afghanistan

TEHRAN - Head of Afghanistan’s High Council for National Reconciliation Abdullah Abdullah has called on Iran to send humanitarian aid to Afghanistan amid Taliban-led deliberations to form a new government.

Iran FM discusses Afghanistan with Pakistani diplomat

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian has received many phone calls from foreign counterparts and officials in which developments in Afghanistan have been discussed in some of these calls.

Chinese FM: 25-year partnership with Iran should expand

TEHRAN — In a telephone conversation between Wang Yi and Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian on Friday, the Chinese foreign minister emphasized implementation of previous plans such as the 25-year Iran-China partnership, suggesting that the cooperation plan must be broadened.

Iran, France top diplomats discuss JCPOA

TEHRAN — France's foreign minister told his newly-appointed Iranian counterpart in a telephone call that it was urgent for Tehran to return to nuclear negotiations immediately, the French Foreign Ministry said in a statement on Wednesday.

Iran FM underlines need to respect borders in Caucasus

TEHRAN - Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian on Tuesday underlined the need to preserve internationally recognized borders in the Caucasus region days after clashes erupted between Azerbaijan and Armenia that led to the blocking of a strategic Armenia road used by Iranian merchants. 

Iran FM hails talks with UAE PM

TEHRAN – New Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian has commented on his meeting with Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Mohammad bin Rashid Al Maktoum on the sidelines of a regional summit in Baghdad earlier this week.

Army chief meets Amir Abdollahian

TEHRAN - Chief Commander of the Iranian Army Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi sat down for talks with Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian on Tuesday, according to a statement by the Foreign Ministry.

Iran FM holds extensive talks in Baghdad

TEHRAN – In his foreign trip as foreign minister, Hossein Amir Abdollahian held several meetings with Iraqi and non-Iraqi officials during his stay in Baghdad, where a regional summit was held with the participation of Iran.