Bahram Qasemi
بهرام قاسمی
Foreign Ministry spokesman
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View Timeline →Karimi Qodosi: Tape of Missile Negotiations with the French Exists
Javad Karimi Qodosi claims that negotiations between Iran and France regarding missile capabilities took place, despite official denials from the Iranian government. He criticizes former…
The Death Toll from the Tigris River Incident Reaches One Hundred
A passenger ship sank in the Tigris River, resulting in a death toll of around one hundred, with ongoing searches for the missing. Iraqi President…
Iran Wrote to the UN Regarding Netanyahu's Maritime Threat
Iran's UN representation responded to Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's claims about Iran's oil smuggling, warning Israel against military actions and asserting its right to self-defense.…
Iran Calls Back Its Ambassador from Kenya
Iran has recalled its ambassador from Kenya following a Supreme Court ruling that upheld the detention of two Iranians accused of terrorism. The Iranian government…
Mashhad Prosecutor: Verdict Issued for Imprisoned American Michael White
Michael White, a 46-year-old American citizen, has had a verdict issued in his case while imprisoned in Mashhad, Iran, with reports of his cancer diagnosis.…
After France, Iran Also Introduced Its Ambassador in Paris
Iran has appointed Bahram Qasemi as its new ambassador to Paris, following the appointment of Philippe Teybo as the French ambassador to Tehran. This move…
Zarif Was Unaware of Assad's Visit: 'This Ignorance Was Maintained Until the End of the Trip'
Mohammad Javad Zarif's resignation was reportedly a reaction to being uninformed about Bashar al-Assad's visit to Tehran, which the Iranian Foreign Ministry was unaware of.…
Republication of Khamenei's Remarks Against Europe from Eight Months Ago
Ali Khamenei has reiterated his harsh criticisms of European countries in light of ongoing negotiations regarding FATF bills and trade mechanisms like INSTEX. His remarks…
Qasemi Refers to Vaezi's Statements: Zarif's Resignation Has Not Been Accepted
Mohammad Javad Zarif's resignation as Iran's Foreign Minister has not been accepted by President Hassan Rouhani, who has not clearly responded to the situation. The…
Commander of the Ground Forces of the IRGC: The Suicide Bomber Was Pakistani
The commander of the IRGC Ground Forces announced that the suicide bomber involved in a recent attack on an IRGC bus was Pakistani, leading to…
Iran's Foreign Ministry: Saudi Arabia is the 'Godfather of Takfiri Terrorism in the World'
Iranian officials have condemned Saudi Arabia as the primary supporter of terrorism following a deadly attack on an IRGC bus, escalating tensions between the two…
Summoning of the Pakistani Ambassador and Intensified Criticism from Iranian Officials towards Pakistan
Iran summoned the Pakistani ambassador following a deadly attack on an IRGC bus, blaming Pakistan for not addressing armed opposition groups on its soil. Iranian…
Iranian Officials Call Pence's Remarks on Islamic Republic's 'Anti-Semitism' 'Propaganda and Empty'
Iranian officials have rejected U.S. Vice President Mike Pence's accusations of anti-Semitism against the Islamic Republic, labeling them as propaganda. The statements come amid ongoing…
Lebanon's Deputy Speaker Calls Nasrallah's Proposal for Defense System from Iran Impractical
Eli Ferzli, Lebanon's Deputy Speaker, dismissed Hassan Nasrallah's proposal for Lebanon to request air defense systems from Iran, citing fears of Western repercussions. The discussions…
Javad Larijani's Request to Delay Consideration of FATF Bills Until Financial Mechanism Implementation
Javad Larijani has called for delaying the approval of FATF-related bills until the European financial mechanism, INSTEX, is implemented, criticizing its current status as ineffective.…
US Official's Trip to Europe to Discuss 'Iran's Support for Terrorism'
A senior US diplomat is traveling to Europe to discuss Iran's support for terrorism and related issues with officials in Denmark, Sweden, and Norway. This…
Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of Iran: We May Adopt an Aggressive Approach
The Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of Iran, Mohammad Bagheri, indicated a potential shift towards an aggressive military stance amid rising tensions with…
Iranian Officials Deny Missile Negotiations with Europe
Iranian officials have denied any negotiations with Europe regarding their missile program, asserting that such discussions are off the table. The French Foreign Minister had…
Iran's Reaction to France: If New Sanctions Are Imposed, We Will Reassess Our Interactions
Iran has warned that it will reassess its relations with Europe if new sanctions are imposed due to its missile program. This response follows a…
Mashhad Prosecutor: American Citizen in Prison Has a Private Complainant
Michael White, an American citizen, has been imprisoned in Mashhad, Iran, due to a private complaint, while his security charges are under investigation. This incident…