European cyclists promote peace, echo Iran’s safety, official says

TEHRAN - Iran is currently hosting a group of European motorcyclist tourists, known as “international peace ambassadors,” in a symbolic event that reflects the country’s high level of security and hospitality on the global stage, a tourism official has said.

Pezeshkian says U.S., Europe backing a 'savage regime' 

TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has severely criticized the U.S. and European governments, accusing them of supporting a "savage" Zionist regime that operates with impunity. 

Intl. conference on Silk Road heritage scheduled in Kerman

TEHRAN – Iran’s Research Institute for Cultural Heritage and Tourism is set to host an international conference on the Silk Road’s cultural heritage in the ancient city of Kerman, southern Iran.

By Soheila Zarfam 

Serious warning to ‘gang of criminals’

Pezeshkian tells Macron war on Lebanon would be a colossal blunder with heavy consequences for Israel

TEHRAN – An Israeli war against Lebanon would be a grave mistake with serious consequences, Iran’s President warned during a telephone conversation with his French counterpart Emanuel Macron.

Europe must act independently from U.S. to strengthen ties with Iran: spox

TEHRAN – Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani has addressed what he considers a lack of “necessary dynamism” in relations between Iran and Europe, urging European states to chart a course independent from Washington in order to forge closer ties with Iran.

Amnesty: European governments suppress peaceful protests

The right to peaceful assembly in Europe is facing severe and systematic challenges as governments increasingly "stigmatize, criminalize, and crack down" on protesters, according to a new report by Amnesty International on Wednesday.

No positive European JCPOA step in past two years: Iran acting FM

TEHRAN – Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs Ali Baqeri Kani of Iran has criticized Western nations for politicizing the International Atomic Energy Agency, highlighting that European parties to the 2015 Iran deal have not taken any constructive steps to reinvigorate the pact over the last two years.

Barghouti: Israeli fascists received a blow

Longtime Palestinian politician Mustafa Barghouti said recognition of the Palestinian state by Ireland, Spain and Norway was a “powerful political and symbolically significant step” that moved the achievement of “freedom and justice” closer for the Palestinian people.

U.S. and its Western allies brazenly disregard international law: Spox

TEHRAN - Iran's government spokesman, Ali Bahadori Jahromi, has accused the United States and the West of flagrantly violating international law and exploiting their power to undermine the authority and effectiveness of international bodies. 

Envoy says Iran willing to collaborate with Europe on comprehensive Afghanistan plan

TEHRAN - Hassan Kazemi Qomi, Iran's special representative to Afghanistan, has conveyed Iran's openness to partnering with Europe in formulating a comprehensive plan of action that aligns with the aspirations of the Afghan people.

Macron: Europe must never be ‘vassal’ of US

‘Our Europe today is mortal and it can die’

French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday urged Europe to wake up to the fact that it was not sufficiently armed in the face of global threats such as Russian aggression that pose an existential challenge to the continent, France 24 reported.

Turkey, Iraq, Qatar and UAE sign transportation deal that hopes to connect Persian Gulf to Europe

Turkey, Iraq, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates on Tuesday signed a memorandum of understanding in Baghdad to cooperate on the Iraq Development Road project that would connect the Persian Gulf to Europe, during a visit by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Monday.

US, EU fail to prevent crimes of the occupying regime: Leader

TEHRAN- On the first day of the Iranian New Year in 1403 AHS (March 20, 2024), the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Khamenei, delivered his annual speech in Imam Khomeini (ra) Hussainiyah in the presence of thousands of people from various walks of life.

By Mona Hojat Ansari 

Why is Iran being dragged into the Ukraine war?

Europe is hesitant to address the real reason it’s stuck in Ukraine 

TEHRAN – The G7 group of countries threatened Iran on Friday saying the country would have to face “new and significant measures” if it decides to give Russia ballistic missiles to be used in the war in Ukraine. 

NATO chief: Trump remarks may put U.S. and EU lives at risk

NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg has hit back against “any suggestion” countries within the alliance would not defend one another after former U.S. President Donald Trump said he would not abide by the collective defense clause at the heart of the alliance if reelected.

Foreign arrivals in Iran reach 4.4 million in 8 months, up by 48.5% y/y

TEHRAN – The number of foreign arrivals in Iran reached 4.4 million during the first eight months of the current Iranian year (started on March 21), which shows 48.5 percent compared to that of the last year.

Iranian first lady writes to wives of 40 European leaders on Gaza tragedy

TEHRAN – The Iranian President’s wife, Jamileh Alamolhoda, has addressed the spouses of 40 European leaders in a letter, asking them to condemn the killing of innocent Palestinian women and children in Gaza and take effective actions for peace. 

International tourism arrivals reach 84% of pre-pandemic levels

TEHRAN—The total number of international tourist arrivals has reached 84% of pre-pandemic levels between January and July, according to the latest data from the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).

Amir Abdollahian says Iran won’t link national interests to the East or West

TEHRAN - Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian said on Friday that Iran will never tie its interests to the East or the West.

Iran: E3 decision to keep arms embargo goes against JCPOA, UN resolution 

TEHRAN – The Iranian Foreign Ministry has strongly reacted to a decision by the European Union and European trio (E3) not to lift the arms embargo against Iran, saying this move is “illegal” and contravenes their commitments under UN Security Council resolution 2231 that endorsed the 2015 nuclear deal.

Leader reveals mission of American Crisis Group 

Ayatollah Khamenei says the world is amidst big transformation 

TEHRAN – On Monday, Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Ali Khamenei told a group of citizens from the provinces of Sistan-Baluchestan and South Khorasan that the world is taking a new shape.