Ayatollah Larijani made the remarks in reaction to the extension of the mission of UN special rapporteur on human rights situation in Iran. He slammed the human rights bodies for keeping silent in the face of crimes perpetrated by the Zionist regime and the criminal actions of countries like Saudi …
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Pak govt faces criticism for allowing ex-army chief to head Saudi-led coalition
The move is critical as it is coming exactly on the second anniversary of the Saudi-led war on Yemen.In April 2015, days after Saudi Arabia launched heavy strikes on Yemen, after an extraordinary weeklong debate, Pakistan parliament unanimously approved a resolution urging the government to stay neutral in the face …
Read More »Iran exports more than one billion dollars goods to Iraq
He told IRNA that the weight of the exported goods in this period is 3.255 million tons and mainly included Portland cement, cake and biscuit, cooler, tomato and tomato paste, watermelon, dairy products, construction materials, fruits and vegetables.Akbari said that $ 65 million were passed from Khosravi border terminal and …
Read More »Iran, Russia deepening win-win engagement
The 1979 Islamic Revolution in Iran saw the nation stepping out of the sphere of influence of the big powers and starting to become a key regional player.'Iran's 1979 revolution was meant, among other things, to restore the country’s sovereignty against great powers such as the United States and the …
Read More »Iranian paintings in Latin American watercolor exhibition
Some 160 top art works from 37 countries have participated in the event.Iranian ambassador to Ecuador Saadat Aghajani also visited the exhibition on Sunday.Most of Iranian works are from Isfahan city.Over 5,000 people have so far visited Quito exhibition.The cultural event will be underway until March 28.9376**1771 www.irna.ir
Read More »Allowing Gen. Sharif to head Saudi alliance, against parl. resolution: Pak diplomat
In an interview with IRNA, Ashraf Jehangir Qazi termed the development as a very unwise step adding that it is contradictory to the previous stance of Pakistan on Yemen war.In April 2015, after an extraordinary weeklong debate, Pak parliament had unanimously approved a resolution urging the government to stay neutral …
Read More »Iran, Russia finalize document on wagon manufacturing
According to the agreement, the two sides will cooperate in wagon manufacturing in Iran by Russian finance.The agreement includes manufacturing both passenger and cargo wagons.Russia has one of the most extensive rail networks in the world as well as manufacturing industry for wagons and locomotives.1391**1771 www.irna.ir
Read More »Iranian cultural week held in Cyprus
The event was held on the occasion of New Year (Started on March 21).Ambassadors, resident diplomats and high-profile officials of Cyprus participated in the event. Iranian ambassador to Nicosia Reza Zabib also delivered speech in the opening ceremony.An exhibition showcasing photos and drawings of historical attractions in Iran was also …
Read More »President Rouhani arrives in Moscow
Upon his arrival, the Iranian president and his entourage were welcomed by Russian officials at the airport.Accompanied by a high-ranking delegation including ministers of Foreign Affairs, Industry, Mines and Trade, Petroleum, Communications and Information Technology as well as Governor of Central Bank, President Rouhani is expected to visit and hold …
Read More »Culture minister heads for Algeria, Tunisia
He is also scheduled to hold talks with both countries officials aiming at developing cultural cooperation.Participating in international book fair, opening Iranian film week in Tunisia and holding meetings with cultural officials are on the agenda of Salehi’s tour to the two African countries. 9376**1771 www.irna.ir
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