No message sent to White House for talks: Iran deputy FM

TEHRAN - In a wide-ranging interview with BBC World’s Lyse Doucet on Thursday, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh rejected claims made by U.S. President Donald Trump that Iran had reached out to the White House seeking a deal, following Israel’s recent attack on Iranian territory.

Israel targets Iranian Foreign Ministry building in brazen escalation

TEHRAN — In a severe violation of international norms, the Israeli regime carried out a deliberate strike on a building belonging to Iran’s Foreign Ministry, located opposite the Institute for Political and International Studies (IPIS) in Tehran.

High-profile attendance marks conclusion of Tehran Dialogue Forum

TEHRAN – The Tehran Dialogue Forum came to an end on Monday, with the second and final day involving a compelling mix of expert panels, probing interviews with influential voices, and keynote addresses from Iran's leading figures.

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.

Bilateral dialogue in focus as Iran, Norway deputy FMs hold talks

TEHRAN – On the sidelines of the 4th Antalya Diplomacy Forum, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh met with his Norwegian counterpart, Andreas Kravik, for talks on key regional and international developments.

Saeed Khatibzadeh takes helm of Iran's leading foreign policy think tank

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has elevated Saeed Khatibzadeh to the role of Deputy Foreign Minister and appointed him as the new head of the Ministry's Institute for Political and International Studies (IPIS).

Araqchi maps out diplomatic plans if confirmed as Iran’s foreign minister

TEHRAN – Abbas Araqchi, the figure proposed by President Masoud Pezeshkian to become Iran’s top diplomat, says he would focus on the “neutralization of sanctions” through “honorable means” if he receives a vote of confidence from the conservative majority parliament. 

Iran foils assassination plans intended to foment ethnic unrest

TEHRAN- Iran’s Intelligence Minister, Esmail Khatib, said on Thursday that the government foiled a conspiracy to assassinate several Sunni clergies, judges, and members of the country’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC).

Khatibzadeh appointed ambassador to Croatia 

TEHRAN – Saeed Khatibzadeh, the former spokesman for the Iranian foreign ministry, has been appointed as Iran’s ambassador to Croatia. 

Israel moves manifest its frustration: Iranian minister

TEHRAN- Iran's Intelligence Minister, Esmail Khatib, has stated that the Zionist regime's actions in the region and neighboring countries demonstrate its desperation and plight.

Only differential points will feature in JCPOA revival talks with U.S.: Iran

TEHRAN — In his last briefing as the Foreign Ministry spokesman, Saeed Khatibzadeh gave new details about the impending JCPOA revival talks between Iran and the United States.

Iran urges Turkey to raise voice against Israeli ridiculous allegations

TEHRAN — Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh on Friday rebuffed accusations made by the Israeli Foreign Minister Yair Lapid against Iran.

Iran stands by friendly Afghan nation as quake leaves 1000 dead

TEHRAN — A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 6.1 on the Richter scale hit the southeastern Afghan province of Paktika in the early hours of Wednesday.

Khatibzadeh condemns deadly terror attacks in Mali

TEHRAN – The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman on Tuesday expressed deep regret over the death of a number of Mali's nationals and civilians in terrorist raids in the city of Diallassagou, the Iranian Foreign Ministry said.

Foreign Ministry: Two foreign ministers conveyed Iran’s initiative to U.S.

TEHRAN — For the first time in the course of the Vienna talks, Iran asked two foreign ministers to convey a message to the United States, the Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman revealed on Monday.

Russian foreign minister to visit Iran by weekend

TEHRAN— Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh announced on Monday that Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov will travel to Iran over the weekend.

‘Refugees have rights that must be respected under Convention 1951’

Iran says deportation of asylum seekers to Rwanda is shame for Britain

TEHRAN- The forcible repatriation of asylum seekers, including a few Iranians, from the United Kingdom to Rwanda has been described as a historical shame for London, according to the Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson.

IAEA resolution is ‘political’: Iran 

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh has rejected the censure resolution adopted by the UN nuclear watchdog’s Board of Governors as “political.”

Iran warns Israel, says response will be at ‘the right place, right time’

TEHRAN — Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh said on Monday that Iran will respond to Israel’s terrorist acts at the “the right place” and “the right time”.

Iran offers condolences over deadly Bangladesh inferno

TEHRAN- The spokesman for Iran's Foreign Ministry, Saeed Khatibzadeh, conveyed condolences to the Bangladeshi government and people following a large fire at a container depot in a port city in southern Bangladesh, which claimed the lives of at least 49 people and wounded 100 others.

Iran warns to give 'proportionate' response to any action by IAEA

TEHRAN- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Saeed Khatibzadeh has said Tehran will respond "proportionately" to any action taken against its peaceful nuclear program during the current Board of Governors meeting of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

Foreign Ministry: Israelis must be worried, even in their beds

TEHRAN — Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman has issued a stark warning to the Israeli regime.

No date set for next round of talks with Saudi Arabia: spokesman

TEHRAN – Saeed Khatibzadeh, spokesman for the Iranian Foreign Ministry, said on Tuesday that no date has been set for the next round of talks with Saudi Arabia.

Iran demands international action against Israeli "apartheid"

TEHRAN - Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh on Sunday strongly lambasted the Israeli illegal settlements and desecration of Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in the holy city of Al-Quds.

Iran slams Turkey's threat to launch incursion into Syria, urges dialogue

TEHRAN- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Saeed Khatibzadeh, said on Saturday that Tehran rejects military action against regional nations, emphasizing that the best way to allay Turkey's security worries is via dialogue rather than another foray into Syria.

Foreign Ministry: We are collaborating with Iraq to overcome environmental issues

TEHRAN — In a press release issued on Tuesday, Saeed Khatibzadeh, spokesman for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, answered to a number of questions raised by correspondents.

Foreign Ministry: Iran’s water rights from Helmand being pursued legally

TEHRAN— Visiting the Dugharun border city in Khorasan Razavi on Saturday, Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh said Iran is pursuing its water rights from the Helmand River through legal entities.