February 2016
Hammond: The Visa Issuance Section of the British Embassy in Tehran Has Started Operations
British Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond announced the resumption of visa services at the British Embassy in Tehran, fulfilling a promise made six months after the…
European Parliament Representatives to Zarif: End Human Rights Violations
European Parliament representatives criticized Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif for human rights violations, including the death penalty and suppression of minorities. Zarif acknowledged the…
Zarif: The Ceasefire Should Not Lead to the Reorganization of Certain Groups in Syria
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif criticized the potential for a ceasefire in Syria to lead to the reorganization of regional allies, implicitly targeting Saudi…
The U.S. Interests Protector in Tehran Takes on the Protection of Iran's Interests in Riyadh
Switzerland has agreed to protect Iran's interests in Riyadh while also safeguarding Saudi interests in Tehran, marking a significant diplomatic development after years of strained…
Reuters: Iran Remains Outside the Scope of American Banks' Activities
Despite the lifting of nuclear sanctions, Iran remains restricted from engaging with American banks due to ongoing sanctions related to terrorism and human rights. This…
Zarif: The JCPOA Provided an Opportunity to Break Down the Wall of Distrust Between Iran and the U.S.
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif stated that the JCPOA has created a chance to reduce distrust between Iran and the U.S., but emphasized that…
Jubeir: Iran Mobilizes Regional Militias to Support a Dictator
Saudi Foreign Minister Adel Jubeir accused Iran of exacerbating ethnic and religious tensions in the region by sending militias to support Bashar al-Assad in Syria.…
Kerry on Elections in Iran: Our Intervention is the Worst Thing
John Kerry emphasized that U.S. intervention in Iran's elections would be detrimental, drawing parallels between opposition faced by Iranian leaders and U.S. negotiators. The upcoming…
Dialogue Between Iranian and European Officials on 'Creating Stability in the Region'
Iranian and European officials, including Greece's Prime Minister Alexi Tsipras, are discussing regional stability and cooperation, particularly in light of the refugee crisis stemming from…
Rouhani on the JCPOA: We Strived to Leave No Word from the Leader Unaddressed
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani highlighted the importance of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei's guidance in the nuclear negotiations, asserting that the Iranian team worked diligently to…
Mogherini: We Are Preparing for an Important Visit to Iran
Federica Mogherini announced preparations for an important visit to Iran following the implementation of the JCPOA, which has led to a significant reduction in Iran's…
British Embassy in Tehran to Resume Visa Issuance from Late February
The British Embassy in Tehran is set to resume visa issuance for ordinary citizens by the end of February, following a meeting between Iranian Foreign…
Zarif: The U.S. Should Provide Guarantees to Foreign Banks for Trading with Iran
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has called on the U.S. to provide guarantees to foreign banks that they will not face penalties for legitimate…
Escape of 'tens of thousands' of Syrians from Aleppo towards the Turkish border
Tens of thousands of Syrians are fleeing Aleppo due to intensified attacks by government forces and Russian airstrikes, heading towards Turkey. Turkish officials report that…
Steinmeier: Iran and Saudi Arabia Do Not Need Mediation
German Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier stated that Iran and Saudi Arabia do not require mediation to resolve their tensions. He emphasized the importance of prioritizing…