Armenia

Iran eases vehicle entry for Armenian travelers

TEHRAN - The Touring and Automobile Club of Iran has introduced a new initiative to facilitate the entry of vehicles from Armenia into the Islamic Republic.

2024-09-11 21:52

Lavrov invites Iranian FM to Russia

TEHRAN – Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has invited new Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to visit Moscow, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova announced on Wednesday.

2024-09-11 01:03

Russia affirms commitment to Iran’s sovereignty amid South Caucasus transit route dispute

TEHRAN – The secretary of the Russian Security Council has reassured his Iranian counterpart of Moscow’s commitment to Iran’s sovereignty as Baku looks to create a transit route near the Iran-Armenia border to connect mainland Azerbaijan to Nakhchivan.

2024-09-10 18:03

Pilgrims flock to St. Thaddeus for Badarak ritual

TEHRAN – St. Thaddeus Church, also known as Qareh Klise (“the Black Church”), a UNESCO World Heritage site located in Chaldoran, northwest Iran, is set to host the 70th annual Badarak ritual from October 13 to 15.

2024-09-06 22:21

By Mona Hojat Ansari

Borderlines: Iran’s red line

What is Tehran's message to the various actors in the Caucasus and Central Asia?

TEHRAN – After 11 months of war and unrest in Gaza, a new conflict might be brewing in the region. Ilham Aliyev has doubled down on his efforts to establish a corridor in Armenia to connect Nakhchivan to mainland Azerbaijan even if it leads to another military confrontation between the two old rivals, as stated by the president himself.

2024-08-17 19:49

Iran, Armenia officials discuss expansion of bilateral ties

TEHRAN- The Iranian ambassador to Armenia engaged in discussions regarding regional developments and the enhancement of bilateral relations with Armenia's deputy prime minister.

2024-08-16 17:26

Tehran, Yerevan to facilitate cross-border vehicle travel

TEHRAN - In a significant move to enhance tourism and cross-border collaboration, Iran and Armenia have signed an agreement enabling Armenian citizens to easily obtain customs documents for their vehicles when traveling to Iran and beyond.

2024-08-10 18:15

Navasard festival celebrates Iran-Armenia cultural ties

TEHRAN - The third Navasard Festival, a vibrant celebration of the cultural and culinary ties between Iran and Armenia, commenced in Armenia's Sisian region on Saturday, marking a symbol of the longstanding friendship between the two nations.

2024-08-04 15:27

Armenia interested in purchasing Iranian medical, relief items

TEHRAN –The president of the Armenian Red Cross Society, David Nersisyan, has expressed interest in buying the medical and relief products manufactured by the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS).

2024-08-02 17:18

‘From Lut to Ararat’: cyclists embark on tourism mission to Armenia

TEHRAN – Some motorcyclists from Kerman have set off on a 12-day journey to Armenia, symbolically riding “from Lut to Ararat” to promote tourism and cultural ties between the two regions.

2024-07-29 18:13

Armenian teachers get to know Iran’s tourist gems

TEHRAN – A group of Armenian school administrators and Persian language teachers have paid visits to a number of places of interest across Iran.

Iran says backs stability and peace in the Caucasus region

2024-07-26 02:13

Military agreement between Iran and Armenia is dismissed

TEHRAN – Tehran’s ambassador to Yerevan has dismissed reports of a military agreement between Iran and Armenia, saying such rumors are spread by those who have a biased view toward Iran.

2024-07-19 19:18

Tehran reiterates firm opposition to geopolitical changes in South Caucasus

TEHRAN – The Iranian envoy to Armenia spoke on the territorial disputes between Yerevan and Baku, saying Iran respects international law and opposes any unlawful geopolitical changes in the region.

2024-07-13 17:52

Visa waiver program lifts Iran’s tourism, expert says

TEHRAN - Hormatollah Rafiei, the director of the Association of Iranian Travel Agencies, stated that Iran’s new unilateral visa waiver strategy has significantly boosted the tourism sector.

2024-07-09 18:10

Armenian diplomats visit Sacred Defense Museum

TEHRAN - A delegation of young diplomats from Armenia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has visited the National Museum of the Islamic Revolution and Sacred Defense in Tehran.

2024-07-03 18:05

Alborz-Norduz camper rally puts tourism front and center

TEHRAN - An international family rally tour, intended to introduce Alborz province’s tourism attractions to Armenians, started on Monday.

2024-06-21 19:27

Palestine welcomes statehood recognition by Armenia

The Palestinian presidency and the Palestinian Liberation Organization (PLO) have welcomed Armenia’s decision to recognize the State of Palestine.

2024-06-19 13:15

Iran’s Tabatabaei wins bronze at Avagyan memorial

TEHRAN – Mohammadamin Tabatabaei of Iran won a bronze medal at the 5th Stepan Avagyan Memorial 2024.

2024-06-01 19:29

Foreign passenger entries spike by 55% at Nordooz Border

TEHRAN - Foreign passenger entries through the Nordooz border, located in Aras Free Zone, have surged by 55% in the course of the last Persian year (ended in March 2024).

2024-05-27 22:19

Iran sympathizes with Armenia over deadly floods

TEHRAN - In response to the floods affecting various cities and residential areas in Armenia, the Iranian embassy in Yerevan has shown solidarity with the Armenian government and its citizens.

2024-05-22 21:33

Iran will continue to expand relations with Armenia: Leader

TEHRAN - During a meeting on Wednesday, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan expressed his condolences to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei for the tragic passing of President Ebrahim Raisi.

2024-05-05 17:22

Iranian attaché in Armenia paints tourism as bridge beyond stereotypes

TEHRAN - In an effort to dispel outdated stereotypes and promote cultural understanding, the Iranian Cultural Attaché in Armenia, advocates for increased inbound tourism to Iran.

2024-04-23 21:18

Aliyev: Peace deal with Armenia 'closer than ever'

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev has said that a peace deal with Armenia was closer than ever before, as teams from the two countries headed to the border to start demarcation work, hoping to end decades of territorial disputes.

2024-04-14 17:31

Golestan province exports $3.3m of handicrafts in year

TEHRAN – Handicraft exports from Golestan province amounted to over $3.3 million in the past Iranian calendar year 1402 (ended on March 19), a local official said.

2024-03-10 22:28

Regional security gains from Iran-Armenia connections: FM

TEHRAN- Iran’s foreign minister has advocated for deeper ties with Armenia, stating that more collaboration between the two countries would be advantageous for the security, stability, and peace of the region.

2024-03-08 22:27

Raisi reiterates Iran’s commitment to regional security in meeting with Armenian minister

TEHRAN - In a diplomatic encounter, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi underscored Iran's steadfast dedication to upholding the current borders and geopolitical landscape in the region during discussions with Suren Papikyan, Armenia's Minister of Defense, and his accompanying delegation.

2024-03-06 20:04

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