Iran Defense Minister Briefs MPs on Military Cooperation with China
Iran Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami has briefed MPs on the Islamic Republic’s defense cooperation with China and Russia, a lawmaker said.
Russia Boosting Gold Holdings
Russia’s total foreign holdings are now above the $500 billion targets set by the Central Bank of Russia a few years ago.
Russia: With US Withdrawal, Return to INF Impossible
The US withdrawal from the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty has become an irreparable mistake, which makes the return to the agreement impossible.
U.S. Has Targeted Iran Interests in Region
Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Sunday that the U.S. has targeted Iran's interests in the region and taken measure to put pressure on Iran's regional friends.
Russia: All JCPOA Issues Must Be Settled through Joint Commission
Russia says all issues pertaining to the implementation of the JCPOA deal between Tehran and world powers should be settled through the accord’s Joint Commission.
Russia: China Would Be Needed in Expanded G7 Summit
Russia is not in talks with Washington about its potential role at an expanded Group of Seven summits later this year, Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said on Saturday, insisting that China should also be included in the event.
US Bid to Extend Iran Embargo Jeopardizes JCPOA; Russia Says
Russia has warned that the United States’ controversial bid to extend an arms embargo on Iran that is expected to expire under the 2015 multilateral nuclear deal jeopardizes the prospect of the agreement’s continued preservation.
Russians Vote for Putin
Russians have overwhelmingly backed constitutional reforms that will allow President Vladimir Putin to extend his rule, the Central Elections Commission said Thursday.
Iran, Russia, Turkey Call for Political Solution to Syria Conflict
President Hassan Rouhani said there is "no military solution" to Syria on Wednesday during a videoconference with his counterparts in Russia and Turkey.
Tehran to Support Damascus With Greater Vigor
Condemning any sanctions against nations in the world, especially Syria, President Rouhani stressed Iran will continue to support the Syrian government and people with greater vigor.