Iran calls on Iraqi factions to respect constitution, legal institutions

TEHRAN – Iran on Monday called on Iraqi political factions to respect Iraq’s constitution and legal institutions amid political mutiny in the country. 

Iran explores ways to facilitate traveling for Iraqi nationals

TEHRAN –A special working group held talks on Wednesday as Iran explores ways to facilitate traveling for Iraqi nationals.

Amir Abdollahian demands release of Iranian citizen in Saudi Arabia

TEHRAN— Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian demanded the release of an Iranian citizen detained in Saudi Arabia during the Hajj pilgrimage over the phone with his Iraqi counterpart Fuad Hussein late Thursday.

Our expectations from Afghan brothers not fulfilled yet, Tehran says

Iran confirms probable new round of nuclear talks

TEHRAN — The Iranian foreign ministry confirmed on Monday that a new round of talks between Iran and P4+1 may be held soon.

Arbaeen trek: no restriction on Iran-Iraq overland travels

TEHRAN - Iranian pilgrims planning to visit Iraq to observe Muharram mourning ceremonies can leave via land border crossings individually or in groups without any limitations, an official said.

Iran, Iraq announce plan to collaborate on ISIS film project 

TEHRAN – Iran and Iraq announced on Sunday a plan to cooperate on a film project on ISIS.

Iran FM reaffirms Tehran’s support for Iraqi security

TEHRAN - Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian reaffirmed Tehran's support for security and stability in Iraq on Thursday.

Saudi, Iranian foreign ministers to meet in Baghdad: Iraqi FM

Saudi Arabia and Iran have agreed to hold the first public meeting at the level of foreign ministers in Baghdad in years after five rounds of closed reconciliation meetings facilitated by the Iraqi government, Iraq’s foreign minister told Rudaw on Saturday without elaborating when the meeting will take place.

Iran condemns deadly attack on Zakho, Iraq

TEHRAN — The spokesperson for the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Nasser Kanaani, condemned the Wednesday shelling of the Iraqi city of Zakho in northern Dohuk province, which resulted in the death of 10 and injury of 31 civilians.

Iran praises Iraq for proactive initiatives in regional talks

TEHRAN- In a phone conversation with his Iraqi counterpart Fuad Hussein on Sunday, Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian lauded Baghdad's proactive initiatives and participation in launching and promoting regional negotiations.

Syria has to be brought back into Arab fold eventually, Barham Salih suggests

Iraqi president: Baghdad playing vital role in Tehran-Riyadh talks

TEHRAN — In an interview with CNN’s Fareed Zakaria, Barham Salih, Iraq’s President, discussed a variety of issues from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) to Iran-Saudi talks.

Foreign visits to East Azarbaijan at record high

TEHRAN – Over 30,000 foreign travelers visited East Azarbaijan province during the first three months of the current Iranian calendar year, which according to the provincial tourism directorate makes a record high since 2017.

Iraq hosting Iranian technology delegation

TEHRAN – Representatives of more than 30 knowledge-based and creative companies have traveled to Iraq with the aim of developing exports to West Asia.

Iran holding talks with Egypt and Jordan in Baghdad: Iraq FM

TEHRAN — Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein has announced that in addition to hosting the ongoing Tehran-Riyadh talks, Baghdad is also a host to separate bilateral talks between Iran and two other Arab states.

715,000 foreign travelers visit Iran in spring

TEHRAN – Some 715,000 foreign travelers toured Iran during the first three months of the current Iranian calendar year (started on March 21).

Amir Abdollahian pushes for reopening embassies in Tehran and Riyadh

TEHRAN - The Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian has stressed that Tehran supports moves aimed at reopening the Saudi and Iranian embassies in the capitals of the two regional powerhouses.

Iraqi PM due in Tehran on Sunday: report

TERHAN – Iraqi Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi will arrive in Tehran in an undeclared visit, an Iraqi news website reported.

5,000-year-old Assyrian city of Ashur at risk of sinking

TEHRAN – A number of Iraqi researchers have warned that the ancient city of Ashur could be slowly sinking into the ground as a result of dam construction.

Amir Abdollahian says U.S. pushed for IAEA resolution to get political concession from Iran

TEHRAN - Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian said on Thursday the U.S. pushed for a resolution against Iran at the IAEA Board of Governors in order to get political concessions from Iran at the Vienna negotiating table.

Drought unveils 3,400-year-old palace of Indo-Iranian empire

TEHRAN – Remnants of a 3,400-year-old palace emerged from the waters of the Mosul Dam reservoir in northern Iraq early this year as water levels fell rapidly due to extreme drought.

Iraqi minister visits National Museum of Iran

TEHRAN - On Sunday, Iraqi Minister of Culture, Tourism, and  Antiquities  Hassan Nazim paid a visit to the National Museum of Iran, which is chock-full of priceless objects showcasing the juicy history of the nation.

Iran, Iraq vow to strengthen bilateral ties

TEHRAN- Iranian Minister of Foreign Affairs Hossein Amir Abdollahian and Iraqi Minister of Interior Othman Al-Ghanmi, who met in Tehran on Tuesday, called for improving bilateral relations.