September 2016
The Release of Hodafer Highlights the Importance of Human Rights Issues in Negotiations with Iran
Homa Hodafer, a Canadian-Iranian professor, was released from Iranian custody for humanitarian reasons shortly after a meeting between Iranian and Canadian foreign ministers. Her case…
Foreign Ministry Spokesman: American Senator Obtained Visa Through a Travel Agency
Jim Dabakis, a Utah state senator, traveled to Iran on a tourist visa obtained through a travel agency, not disclosing his political position. His visit…
Iran's Foreign Ministry Announces Release of Homa Hoodfar, Iranian-Canadian Professor
Homa Hoodfar, an Iranian-Canadian professor, was released from Iranian detention for humanitarian reasons after facing accusations related to feminism and security crimes. Her release follows…
Shamkhani: US Support for Terrorism Supporters Prevented Negotiation Requests
Ali Shamkhani, Iran's National Security Secretary, claims US support for terrorism prevents negotiations with Iran. He cites a lack of trust due to US dual…
Iran's Foreign Ministry Denies Receiving Message from the U.S. for Negotiations on Yemen
Iran's Foreign Ministry has denied claims that the U.S. sent a message through Oman inviting Iran to negotiate over the Yemen crisis. This denial follows…
Saudi Arabia Complains to the UN About Iran for 'Arms Smuggling for Yemeni Rebels'
Saudi Arabia has accused Iran of smuggling weapons to Houthi rebels in Yemen, violating a UN resolution. This complaint was made to the UN Security…
Arab League: Iran's Leader's Remarks on Saudi Arabia are 'Aggressive and Shameful'
The Arab League condemned Iranian leader Ayatollah Khamenei's remarks against Saudi Arabia as aggressive and shameful, following accusations related to the Mina incident during Hajj.…
Central Bank Chief's Directive to Provide Services to Sanctioned Entities
The Governor of Iran's Central Bank has directed banks to provide services to all customers, including those sanctioned by the West, asserting that such restrictions…