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The United Nations Security Council rejected a proposal to continue sanctions relief for Iran under the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) on Friday, in a vote that highlighted deep divisions among member states. Despite receiving four votes in favor from Russia, China, Algeria, and Pakistan, the resolution failed
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China's Ambassador to Iran, Cong Peiwu, met with the Mayor of Sari, Ahmadi, in Mazandaran Province on September 17, 2025, to discuss strengthening economic ties between the two nations. The meeting marked a significant step towards increasing cooperation between China and Iran, with a focus on tourism, investment,
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European officials have warned Iran that it has yet to take the necessary actions to prevent the return of United Nations sanctions over its nuclear program. The comments come as time is running out, with the reimposition of sanctions set to occur at the end of September unless the UN
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Iranian Ambassador Amir Saeid Iravani emphasized at the UN Security Council briefing on "Situation in Afghanistan" that the future of the country must be determined by the Afghans themselves, with any outside-imposed solution being neither sustainable nor acceptable. Iran has been actively engaged with Afghanistan's de
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The Baha'is in India's Mumbai have drawn attention to the relentless persecution of the community in Iran, the birthplace of the faith. The United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres, has included the persecution of Baha'is in Iran as one of the world's most
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Iran's Ambassador to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Reza Najafi, expressed concerns that member states may face political pressure not to support Tehran's proposed resolution prohibiting attacks on nuclear facilities. The resolution, aimed at prohibiting armed attacks against nuclear facilities, has garnered support from China,
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As the world grapples with global crises, Dr. Amirhossein Hosseini, the Iranian Ambassador to Zimbabwe, has emphasized the importance of embracing justice, compassion, and unity as key values in resolving these challenges. Speaking at the commemorations of the 1500th anniversary of the birth of Prophet Muhammad, Dr. Hosseini highlighted the
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The Joint Cultural Event on "Persian Language" was held in Vienna for the fourth consecutive year, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of three Persian-speaking countries: Iran, Afghanistan, and Tajikistan. The event, held with the cooperation of the embassies of these countries, featured presentations on the "Cyrus Cylinder
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The White House has applauded the Australian government's decision to name Iran as the instigator of attacks on Jewish sites in Sydney and Melbourne, expel the Iranian ambassador, and designate the IRGC as a terrorist organization. Iranian officials have threatened retaliation, sparking warnings of a growing threat to
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As tensions between Iran and France continue to escalate over the 2015 nuclear deal and U.N. sanctions, Iran's foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, has announced that a prisoner exchange is imminent. According to Araghchi, an Iranian woman, Mahdieh Esfandiari, is expected to be released from French custody as
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In a significant development, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Grossi, to discuss the Iranian nuclear file and efforts to de-escalate tensions in the region. The meetings aimed to restore cooperation between Iran
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Pakistani and Iranian relations have been strengthened, with Pakistani leaders expressing gratitude for support during the 12-day war with Israel and launching joint initiatives to enhance economic and cultural ties. Pakistan and Bangladesh are working to strengthen their bilateral relations, particularly in the areas of trade, tourism, and education, with
