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Yesterday 19:25
Understanding the Armenia-Azerbaijan peace treaty: key points explained
TEHRAN – On Monday, the Armenian and Azerbaijani foreign ministries released the full text of a peace treaty the two countries agreed upon in March 2025.
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Yesterday 19:24
Sovereignty ‘non-negotiable’ in Caucasus transit talks, Araghchi tells Armenian counterpart
TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi emphasized the importance of respecting national sovereignty in a Tuesday phone call with his Armenian counterpart, Ararat Mirzoyan, as the two discussed recent developments in the Armenia-Azerbaijan peace process and regional connectivity initiatives.
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2025-08-11 21:54
By Salar Seyfodini
Iran’s legal standing in the Zangezur question
TEHRAN – The so-called Zangezur Corridor has emerged as an international geopolitical Question with far-reaching implications following the 2020 Nagorno-Karabakh conflict.
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2025-08-11 20:09
Armenia will make no major decision without consulting Iran: PM Pashinyan
TEHRAN – Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has underlined the “special and distinguished” status of Yerevan’s ties with Tehran, calling the relationship “strategic” and pledging that all major decisions would be made in close consultation with Iran.
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2025-08-10 22:35
Pezeshkian’s aide warns of rising tensions as US eyes new foothold in Caucasus
TEHRAN – Mehdi Sanaei, an advisor to the Iranian president and former envoy to Russia, has become the second Iranian official to raise concerns over Washington’s expanding footprint in the Caucasus, warning that the current situation could foreshadow heightened regional tensions in the future.
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2025-08-10 22:25
By Faramarz Kouhpayeh
US push in South Caucasus raises alarm over stability and sovereignty
TEHRAN – On Friday, Armenia and Azerbaijan signed an agreement at the White House, in the presence of U.S. President Donald Trump, granting Washington exclusive rights to develop a corridor through Armenia’s southern Syunik province, which borders Iran.
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2025-08-09 21:37
Leader's aide warns against so-called 'Trump Corridor':
“Iran will act, with or without Russia”
TEHRAN – Senior Adviser to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution on International Affairs, Ali Akbar Velayati, has reaffirmed that the Islamic Republic will act decisively to protect the stability and security of the South Caucasus — with or without Russia — in the wake of a U.S.-brokered peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan.
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2025-07-28 22:00
By Mona Hojat Ansari
Zangezur: The corridor that could break the Caucasus
With Iran’s firm opposition, renewed calls for the illegal route are all but sure to drag region into chaos
TEHRAN – The Republic of Azerbaijan is once again making a splash with its infamous corridor proposal, this time dragging the United States and NATO into the saga after it was forced to scrap its plans last year when Iranian forces amassed the border with Armenia.
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2025-07-27 20:23
Leader’s aide warns of US-Israeli backed Zangezur corridor plan aimed to Isolate Iran
TEHRAN – Senior foreign policy advisor to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ali Akbar Velayati, has warned that the proposed Zangezur Corridor is part of a broader geopolitical scheme by the United States and Israel aimed at isolating Iran and Russia.
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2025-07-23 14:54
Iranian, Armenian universities to boost scientific ties on environmental issues
TEHRAN –Mohammad-Hossein Omid, the chancellor of University of Tehran, and Grigor Hakobyan, the Armenian ambassador to Iran, have explored the potential to expand scientific collaboration on critical environmental challenges.
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2025-07-20 20:21
Pezeshkian: Iran will never bow to pressure, stands firm on legal nuclear rights
TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has reaffirmed Iran’s unwavering commitment to international law while stressing that Tehran will not yield to coercion or tolerate the denial of its legal rights, particularly in the context of its peaceful nuclear program.
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2025-07-19 21:36
No tolerance for geopolitical change in South Caucasus, Tehran warns
TEHRAN – Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC), Ali Akbar Ahmadian, has reiterated the Islamic Republic’s firm opposition to any geopolitical changes in the region, warning that such shifts could destabilize the South Caucasus and undermine the interests of all regional states.
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2025-07-15 21:55
US is now taking charge of the infamous Zangezur project
TEHRAN – U.S. Ambassador to Turkey Tom Barrack announced on Friday that the United States has suggested to take control of a proposed corridor that would connect mainland Azerbaijan to Nakhchivan by encroaching on Armenia’s territory, disrupting the country’s historical borders with Iran, and denying Yerevan’s oversee of the route.
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2025-05-26 20:54
Iranian play featuring visually impaired actors to premiere in Armenia
TEHRAN – “Life Is Too Short”, a play performed by actors with visual impairments, is set to take the stage in Yerevan, Armenia.
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2025-05-21 22:28
Borders should remain unchanged, says Iran's defense minister in Armenia
TEHRAN – In a high-level meeting on Tuesday, Iranian Minister of Defense Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh met with his Armenian counterpart Suren Papikyan in Yerevan, reiterating Iran’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding the stability of its northern borders and strengthening cooperation with its neighbor, Armenia.
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2025-05-17 22:10
Iran, Tajikistan eye closer ties as foreign ministers convene in Tehran
TEHRAN – Tajikistan’s Foreign Minister Sirojiddin Muhriddin, who is visiting Iran to attend the 14th Tehran Dialogue Forum, held talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Saturday morning.
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2025-04-28 21:58
By Faramarz Kouhpayeh
The road to peace: Iran’s continued support for Armenia-Azerbaijan diplomacy
TEHRAN – The conflict over Nagorno-Karabakh has been a source of tension between Armenia and Azerbaijan for decades.
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2025-04-16 22:03
Iran ready to help seal Armenia-Azerbaijan peace
TEHRAN – After decades of tensions over Nagorno-Karabakh, a peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan seems imminent. Iran, a neighbor with friendly ties to both nations, has offered to facilitate the signing of the finalized treaty.
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2025-04-09 19:45
Iran, Armenia launch joint military drill near border
TEHRAN – The Islamic Republic of Iran and the Republic of Armenia have commenced a joint military exercise along their shared border in the strategically important Norduz region.
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2025-03-25 16:56
Iran opposes any military action to resolve disputes in South Caucasus
TEHRAN - Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Tuesday reiterated Tehran’s stance regarding unblocking connection routes in the South Caucasus, Armenpress reported.
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2025-03-25 16:16
Armenian, Iranian FMs hold talks in Yerevan
TEHRAN - Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held an enlarged-format meeting after their one-on-one talks on Tuesday, the Armenian Foreign Ministry said.
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2025-03-16 22:57
Pezeshkian hails Armenia-Azerbaijan peace deal in call with Armenian PM
TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has welcomed the peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan, calling it a significant step toward regional stability.
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2025-03-14 22:25
Iran backs prospective peace deal between Armenia, Azerbaijan to end conflict
TEHRAN - Iran has voiced support for a potential peace agreement unveiled by Armenia and Azerbaijan, aimed at resolving a nearly 40-year territorial dispute.
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2025-03-14 12:41
Iran’s non-oil export to Armenia increases 21%
TEHRAN- The value of Iran’s non-oil export to Armenia increased by 21 percent during the first ten months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20, 2024-January 19, 2025), as compared to the same period of time in the past year, the spokesperson for the Trade Development Committee of the House of Industry, Mining, and Trade announced.
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2025-03-05 23:02
Pashinyan says Armenia will never take part in actions that could harm Iran
TEHRAN – Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has reaffirmed Yerevan’s commitment to not engaging in any actions against Iran, highlighting the strategic importance of their bilateral ties.
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2025-02-03 20:26
Tehran opposed to border changes, Pezeshkian warns Azerbaijani official
TEHRAN – In a meeting with the Azerbaijani President’s foreign policy assistant Hikmet Hajiyev on Monday, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian reaffirmed that preserving the sovereignty of regional nations remains a cornerstone of Iran’s foreign policy.
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2025-01-24 22:38
Yerevan prioritizes relations with Tehran, declares Armenia PM
TEHRAN – Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has underscored his country’s commitment to fostering transparent and balanced relations with Iran. during his speech at the Davos conference.
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2025-01-14 22:19
Armenia thanks Iran for backing its sovereignty
TEHRAN – Armenia’s President Vahagn Khachaturyan expressed gratitude to the Islamic Republic of Iran for its steadfast support of Armenia’s territorial integrity and national sovereignty during a high-level meeting with the Iranian Parliamentary Friendship Group.
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2025-01-10 22:07
Iran security chief urges Armenian PM to solve problems locally during Yerevan visit
TEHRAN – During a visit to Yerevan, the Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council told Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan that regional countries should resolve their issues independently, without relying on foreign powers.
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2024-12-24 18:41
By Afshin Majlesi
Jolfa: a journey through UNESCO heritage and nature’s splendor
JOLFA, East Azarbaijan – A photographer’s paradise, the Jolfa region, settled in the northwest corner of East Azarbaijan province, is a treasure trove of natural wonders, historical landmarks, and cultural heritage.