The following is the full text of Takht Ravanchi's speech at the UN General Assembly's meeting in New York on Monday:Statement by H.E. Ambassador Majid Takht RavanchiPermanent Representative of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the United NationsBefore the United Nations General Assembly On Agenda Item 27: “Report of the Security …
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Saving Iranian Cheetah top priority for Iran Department of Environment
Speaking on the occasion of Asian Cheetah National Day through video conferencing, Shahrivar 9 (August 30), Kalantari said that Iranian Department of Environment will spare no efforts to save Persian Cheetah, a subcategory of Asian cheetah, from having a fate like those of the Iranian lion and Caspian tiger.Kalantari said that Iranian …
Read More »President Rouhani calls for enhanced ties with Kyrgyzstan
In his message to President Sooronbay Jeenbekov, Rouhani said that the cultural common grounds and longstanding relations between Iran and Kyrgyzstan help remove obstacles to take advantage of the capacities for economic cooperation and bringing about welfare for the Iranian and Kyrgyz nations.He wished good health and success for his counterpart and prosperity and …
Read More »Mourning ceremony amid threat of COVID-19
An aerial photo shows Shia Muslims mourning the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussain (AS), the third Shia Imam, at Tasou’s night observing health protocols to prevent the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Gorgan, Iran August 29, 2020. IRNA/Mohammad Mohaimeni IRNA English
Read More »Iranians mark Tasu’a ceremonies; observe health protocols
Iranian Shia Muslims commemorate Tasu'a , the 9th day of the 10 consecutive mourning days ending up to the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussain (AS), the third Shia Imam, while observing health protocols to prevent the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), all across Iran on August 29, 2020. IRNA …
Read More »US walks alone in Iran sanctions, EU goes other way
“The Iran nuclear deal, which was unanimously endorsed by the UN Security Council, is a key element of the global nuclear non-proliferation architecture and contributes to the security of the region, for Europe and beyond,” Stano said.“The EU remains committed to implementing the JCPOA as a matter of respecting international …
Read More »Russian diplomat slams US attempts to restore anti-Iran sanctions
The overwhelming majority of the UN Security Council members considered the US attempt to start the procedure for the restoration of sanctions against Iran, Ulyanov wrote in his Twitter account.But the United States, instead of retreating, intends to go ahead, creating an unprecedented conflict in the Security Council, he added …
Read More »Ex-diplomat: Russia, China support for Iran not merely due to differences with US
Speaking to IRNA, Delfi referred to Europe’s opposition against the decision to extend arms embargo on Iran, saying Europe has taken principled stance toward Iran nuclear deal meaning that they consider the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) as a great plan in line with non-proliferation and disarmament protocols.In fact …
Read More »Official: 112 more Iranians die from COVID-19 over past 24 hours
So far, 21,249 citizens have passed away from coronavirus (COVID-19) in the country, she added.Sadat Lari pointed out that 318,270 people out of a total of 369,911 people infected with the deadly virus have recovered and discharged from hospitals. The outbreak of dangerous coronavirus (COVID-19) has been affecting the world …
Read More »Direct flights to resume from Lar to Dubai & vice versa
Director General of Larestan International Airport in southern Iranian province of Fars Aminollah Solati said the flights will be operated by flydubai - Dubai Aviation Corporation.Solati said that passengers can book the daily flights as of now and fly to Dubai observing the protective health protocols. Larestan International Airport has ten …
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