Japan PM in Tehran in Bid to Ease Tensions as Mediator
TEHRAN - Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe arrived in Tehran on Wednesday as he tries to position himself as a mediator between Iran and the United States to help reduce heightened tensions between them.
Iranian Startups Eyeing Regional Markets
TEHRAN - Vice President for Scientific and Technological Affairs says the country is now known not only for its oil and gas, but for its scientific developments, and is seeking to find customers in regional markets.
German FM Pledges No Miracles on JCPOA
TEHRAN - German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas says his country remains firm in supporting the 2015 nuclear deal but can't pull off "miracles" in the face of U.S. pressures on Iran.
Europe In No Position to Criticize Its Military Capabilities
TEHRAN - Ahead of a trip to Tehran by Germany's foreign minister, Iran's top diplomat, Mohammad Javad Zarif, told European countries not to criticize the Islamic republic for seeking to bolster its military capabilities.
Iran Keeps Up Oil Sales Through Unconventional Means
TEHRAN – Oil Minister Bijan Zangeneh said the country had no plans to exit the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC).
Leader Urges Muslims to Unite Against Israel
TEHRAN – Supreme Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution has urged Muslim nations to band together against the Israeli regime.
War in Persian Gulf to Hike Up Oil Price to $100
TEHRAN - Top Military Aide to the Iranian Supreme Leader, Major General Yahya Rahim Safavi, said the first sign of military aggression in the Persian Gulf will hike up oil prices to over $100, which will be unbearable for U.S. and allies.
Iran Safest Transit Route for Tajik Goods
TEHRAN - President Hassan Rouhani says the Islamic Republic can be the safest and best transit route for goods imported to and exported from the Republic of Tajikistan.
Iranians Pour Mark Int’l Quds Day, Blast “Deal of Centurty”
TEHRAN - Iranian people from all walks of life took to streets on the International Quds Day to express their solidarity with the Palestinian nation and once again condemn the Israeli regime’s atrocities.
President Calls for Mass Turnout in Quds Day Rallies
TEHRAN – President Hassan Rouhani has called on people to turn out in droves for International Quds Day rallies on May 31, 2019, the last Friday of the holy month of Ramadan.