In an exclusive interview with IRNA, Senator Nuzhat Sadiq said that it is significant for Pakistan that in his meeting with Senate Chairman Raza Rabbani, President Rouhani reiterated that 'Iran regards Pakistan security as its own'.“We are very happy on the re-election of President Hassan Rouhani because it will not …
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Iran Martyrs Foundation extends condolences on Hojjaji martyrdom
The criminal act once again showed the abhorrent nature of terrorist groups, Mohammad Ali Shahidi said.He condoled with the bereaved family of Mohsen Hojjaji.Following a US strike against the Iraqi Popular Mobilization Forces (Hashd al-Shaabi), Daesh seized the opportunity to attack the Syrian troops deployed in the borders with Iraq …
Read More »UN: Gaza settlers deprived of potable water, health service
Ravina Shamdasani, Spokesperson for the Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) urged the Zionist regime and the Palestinian National Authority (PNA) to settle their conflicts and solve the Gazans' problems.Shamdasani said that the Zionists, PNA and the authorities in Gaza are are not meeting their obligations …
Read More »Headlines in Iranian English-language dailies on August 12
**IRAN NEWS- Najafi first reformist Tehran mayor in 14 years- Sri Lanka defaults to Iran rise- Araqchi: Violators of JCPOA to pay dearly**IRAN DAILY- FM Kono: Japan policy based on boosting ties with Iran- Iran: Serious costs await violators of nuclear deal- Gilan hosts over 18,000 foreign tourists**KAYHAN INTERNATIONAL- Trump: …
Read More »Zarif: US President trying to blame Iran to avoid isolation
In his Twitter message released on Friday, Zarif said 'POTUS always wanted to kill JCPOA. To avoid isolation, he's trying to blame it on Iran. Bad faith on top of US violating the letter & spirit.'Meanwhile, during his inauguration ceremony held on August 5 in Tehran, Iran President Hassan Rouhani …
Read More »President Rouhani congratulates Chad Independence Day
In his message released on Friday, he extended certainty that Iran and Chad would promote cooperation and relations in different fields and in line with both countries interests.President Rouhani also wished success, happiness and prosperity for the president and people of Chad. Chad claimed Independence from France in August 11, …
Read More »Velayati urges int'l community to uproot brutal terror acts
Velayati made the remarks Friday in an Instagram post.He pointed to recent horrendous terrorist attack in Mirza Olang village in Afghanistan which claimed the lives of many innocent people. Again a tragedy by Taleban and Daesh terrorists who even behead kids, start manslaughter, shoot people dead in groups and bring …
Read More »FM highlights role of Iranian military advisors in fight against terrorism
Mohammad Javad Zarif in a message released on his Instagram account, commemorated the sacrifices of all Iranian military advisors, known in Iran as 'Defenders of Shrines', including Mohsen Hojjaji, and said that 'they sacrificed their life to fight the crimes of Takfiri-Terrorists and guarantee security and peace for the oppressed …
Read More »Foreign Ministry spox voices condolences over beheading Iran military advisor
In his message released on Friday, Qasemi pointed to Defenders of Holy Shrine attempts in fighting takfiri terrorists Daesh as creating peace and security on borders.Following a US strike against the Iraqi Popular Mobilization Forces (Hashd al-Shaabi), Daesh used the opportunity to attack the Syrian troops deployed in the borders …
Read More »Iran ready for all options in case of nuclear deal breach: Deputy FM
Abbas Araqchi made the remarks in the Sasakawa Peace Foundation in Japan.The official called the US new sanctions which have been adopted under the pretext of Iran missile program as unacceptable.'Iran's missile program is merely defensive and for deterrence,' he added.He underlined that the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) …
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