Iranian FM receives updates on latest developments surrounding Syria, Russia 

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi received separate briefings on Sunday concerning the situations in Syria and Russia, as well as Iran’s bilateral ties with the two countries. 

Syrian Army retreated very quickly, Iran FM says

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on Sunday night that the Syrian Army made quick retreats in the face of offensives by militants from the Hayat Tahrir al Sham (HTS).

Araghchi briefs UN Secretary-General on regional efforts to halt Israeli aggression

TEHRAN – Continuing his series of high-level diplomatic meetings at the 10th Global Forum of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) in Portugal, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi held talks with UN Secretary-General António Guterres to discuss the pressing humanitarian crises in Gaza and Lebanon.

Iranian FM to attend UNAOC global forum in Portugal

TEHRAN- The Iranian Minister of Foreign Affairs is set to visit Portugal to attend the 10th Global Forum of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) and engage in discussions to foster international peace. 

U.S. 'maximum pressure' bound for maximum defeat: Araghchi

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has warned the United States against reviving its "maximum pressure" campaign, as Washington awaits Donald Trump to enter office in about two months.

Iran, Turkmenistan reiterate commitment to bilateral cooperation

TEHRAN – The foreign ministers of Iran and Turkmenistan engaged in a phone conversation to address the importance of enhancing bilateral cooperation in tackling regional security challenges.

New UK, Irish ambassadors present credentials to Iranian FM

TEHRAN – On Monday, the newly appointed ambassadors of the United Kingdom and Ireland submitted copies of their credentials to Iran's Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi.

New Iranian ambassador to Denmark embarks on mission with focus on dialogue

TEHRAN – Iran's new ambassador to Denmark, Mohammad Reza Sajjadi, has begun his mission in Copenhagen, with a clear mandate from the Iranian Foreign Ministry to pursue a policy of "interaction and constructive dialogue” with Europe. 

Iran's good neighborliness policy to continue under Pezeshkian’s administration: FM

TEHRAN – Iranian foreign minister says the policy of good neighborliness that had been championed by Iran’s late President Ebrahim Raisi will continue under the leadership of current President Masoud Pezeshkian.

Araqchi continues regional tour in Bahrain and Kuwait

TEHRAN – On Monday afternoon, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi departed for Bahrain as part of a series of high-level regional visits aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and addressing the evolving situation in West Asia.

'Targets ready' for future strikes, Iran FM warns as potential Israeli attack looms

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has issued a stark warning, stating that Iran has "identified all its targets" in the occupied territories and is prepared to retaliate against Israel in response to any military strike.

Hamas to remain a powerful force despite loss of Sinwar: Iran FM

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has declared that the Palestinian Resistance group Hamas remains a powerful force, undeterred by the recent loss of its leader, Yahya Sinwar.

Potential U.S. involvement in Israeli response will not go unnoticed, Iran’s Araqchi warns Biden

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi delivered a full-throated message to U.S. President Joe Biden on Saturday that pulled no punches: The U.S. will face direct consequences if it helps Israel respond to Iran’s October 1 retaliatory attack. 

‘Iran to respond in line with international law:’ FM pledges retaliation if Israel escalates

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says while Iran does not seek further escalation in the region, it is fully prepared to respond to any Israeli actions in accordance with international law.

‘Resistance strengthened’: Iranian officials react to Yahya Sinwar’s martyrdom

TEHRAN – Multiple high-ranking Iranian officials have offered condolences on the martyrdom of Hamas Leader Yahya Sinwar while emphasizing that the Palestinian fighter’s demise is only the beginning of Israel’s end. 

‘Perilous circumstances,’ Iran FM expresses alarm over regional expansion of conflicts

TEHRAN – Iran's Foreign Minister, Abbas Araqchi, expressed alarm regarding the potential spillover of the ongoing Israeli conflict in Gaza and Lebanon into the broader West Asia region.

Araqchi warns Israel's growing aggression risks unpredictable outcome

TEHRAN – Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held phone conversations with both his French counterpart, Jean-Noel Barrot, and United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, expressing deep concern over Israel's ongoing aggression against Lebanon and Gaza.

Tehran, Muscat urge immediate international action to end Israeli aggression

TEHRAN – The foreign ministers of Iran and Oman have called for swift international intervention to halt what they describe as Israeli genocide and aggressive actions in Gaza and Lebanon.

Immediate halt to Israeli crimes key to regional stability: Iran FM

TEHRAN – Iran's Foreign Minister says an immediate halt to the crimes of the Israeli regime in Gaza and Lebanon can be the only thing that saves the West Asian region from a dangerous escalation of conflicts.

Araqchi set to visit Baghdad on Sunday, Iraqi media reports

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi is set to depart Tehran for Baghdad on Sunday, according to Iraqi media reports. 

Araqchi urges Europe to pressure Israel for regional de-escalation

TEHRAN – The Iranian Foreign Minister has asserted that Europe needs to take a more proactive stance in urging the Israeli regime to reduce tensions in West Asia.

Israel’s further provocation will lead to stronger response from Iran: FM

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has issued a stern warning to Israel, cautioning the regime not to underestimate Tehran’s resolve.

Tehran, Cairo discuss regional developments amid efforts to restore ties

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araqchi and Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty engaged in a phone conversation today, focusing on the latest regional developments and the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza and Lebanon.

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Araqchi visits Lebanon, Syria as Israel continues to bombard region without abatement

TEHRAN – The plane carrying Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi landed at Beirut's airport on Friday, while the site was still reeling from earlier airstrikes by the Israeli regime targeting nearby areas.

Iranian FM visits Beirut amid intensified Israeli strikes

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi made an unannounced visit to Beirut on Friday, as Israel continues to escalate its military operations across Lebanon with intensified air strikes and a failed ground offensive.

More severe response awaits Israel in case of escalation of conflicts: Iran FM

TEHRAN – Iran's Foreign Minister, Abbas Araqchi, announced on Wednesday that the Islamic Republic's retaliatory operation against Israel has officially concluded; however, he warned that any counter-response by the Israeli regime would provoke an even more intense reaction from Tehran.

Araqchi critiques UN Security Council's inability to curb Israeli crimes

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has expressed frustration at the UN Security Council’s failure to address the ongoing crises in the West Asia, particularly following the recent assassination of Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah, the secretary general of Hezbollah.