A major terrorist explosion rocked a hotel and office complex in Nairobi on Tuesday. After the explosion, clashes began between the terrorists and government forces.At least 14 people were killed at the attack. The Iranian spokesman also sympathized with the families of the victims. Assailants identified as Shabab militants attacked …
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Iran calls for release of Press TV anchor in US custody
'The custody of Iran's reporter in the US is highly political and she should be released immediately,' Zarif said.In the meantime, Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qasemi condemned the US for arresting Press TV correspondent Marzieh Hashemi (Melanie Franklin) and called for her immediate and unconditional release.Qasemi strongly condemned the …
Read More »Iran FM Zarif: World regards US naked king
Zarif made the remarks in a meeting with representatives of Islamic Resistance groups in the city of Karbala.The US is now terrified from this fact that the world has reached to such understanding with regards to the US, he said. The Iranian foreign minister underlined that in fact, the world …
Read More »Bangladesh calls for expansion of ties with Iran
In the meeting, both sides exchanged views on various issues as well as broadening cooperation in different sectors. She underlined the need to further bolster relations and cooperation between Islamic countries, and said that world Muslims through unity and solidarity can conquer all problems. Iranian ambassador, for his part, congratulated …
Read More »Iran army comdr, Azeri president discuss boosting bilateral ties
'Due to the emphasis of Iran and Azerbaijan's leaders to strengthen and expand long-term ties, the cooperation between the countries stands at a very high level,' said Major General Baqeri.Referring to the historical and religious commonalities of the two countries, he said, 'Iran and Azerbaijan are cooperating in economic, political, …
Read More »Iran holds funeral for victims of Army plane crash
Several Iranian army commanders as well as senior officials were present at the funeral ceremony held for the victims of the plane which crashed near an airport in the city of Karaj west of Tehran. The Boeing 707 cargo plane, carrying meat from Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, mistakenly landed in Fath Airport …
Read More »FM Zarif hails his talks in Iraqi Kurdistan
'Good to be back in Sulaymaniya to participate in a joint business forum. Extensive, friendly conversations with Deputy KRG PM @qubadjt. Hosted delightful dinner with leaders of almost all Kurdish parties. Rare opportunity for inclusive dialog,' Mohammad Javad Zarif tweeted early on Wednesday. Meanwhile, he hailed the role of late …
Read More »Zarif hails late Iraqi president as close friend
'While in Sulaymaniya, also paid tribute to late President of #Iraq Jalal Talabani—not merely a close, personal friend, but also an admirable, patriotic statesman who played vital role in promoting Iraq's territorial integrity & regional relations. He is surely missed on both sides,' Zarif tweeted on Wednesday.Earlier on Tuesday , …
Read More »Iran does not violate int’l regulations by launching satellite into orbit: Russia
Russian senior nuclear negotiator Sergey Ryabkov told reporters on Tuesday launching satellites should be distinguished from ballistic missiles aimed at destroying targets, as technologies used in them are totally different.“Iran is never doing an action contradicting international regulations when it tests its missiles”, he reiterated, noting that Resolution 2231 has …
Read More »Zarif confers with Sec-Gen of PUK
Zarif arrived in Sulaymaniyah after Erbil on his official four-day visit to Iraq.After delivering a lecture in the Joint Economic Conference on Iran and Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG), he sat down for talks with Koser Rasoul. During the meeting, Zarif hailed the late president Jalal Talabani’s crucial role in Iraq …
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