Saudi Arabia

Iran, Saudi Arabia, China agree to enhance economic, political ties

2024-11-19 22:22

Tehran, Beijing, Riyadh unite to condemn Israeli aggression against Iran

TEHRAN – In a joint statement published on Tuesday, Iran, China, and Saudi Arabia condemned Israel for its October attack against Iranian territory.

2024-11-19 18:23

Iran defeat Saudi Arabia at 2024 IWBF U23 Asia Oceania Championship

TEHRAN – Iran defeated Saudi Arabia 76-24 at the 2024 International Wheelchair Basketball Federation (IWBF) U23 Asia Oceania Championship on Tuesday.

2024-11-13 20:13

China lauds ‘progress’ in Iran-Saudi ties after mediating 2023 rapprochement

TEHRAN – The Chinese Foreign Ministry has expressed strong support for the constructive interactions between Saudi Arabia and Iran, emphasizing their role in fostering enduring good-neighborly relations.

2024-11-13 12:26

Saudi de facto leader says Israel committing ‘collective genocide’ in Gaza

Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has accused Israel of carrying out “collective genocide” in Gaza, in some of his strongest criticism of the country since the war began last year.

2024-11-12 22:34

By Muhammad Mahdi

Tehran’s diplomatic strategy

Relations between Iran, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan in focus amid Israeli aggression

ISLAMABAD – Ahead of the conference in Saudi Arabia on Gaza and Lebanon, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi’s visit to Pakistan held significant importance for Pakistan.

2024-11-11 22:16

Riyadh OIC summit key to halting Israeli aggression: Iranian president

TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian voiced optimism ahead of an extraordinary summit, jointly organized by the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and the Arab League, aimed at addressing the escalating Israeli actions in Gaza and Lebanon.

2024-11-10 20:03

Leading Iranian, Saudi generals hold talks in Tehran

TEHRAN – In a major advancement for bilateral relations, senior military leaders from Iran and Saudi Arabia met in Tehran to discuss opportunities for strengthened collaboration.

2024-11-01 01:07

Saudi FM says ties with Iran on the ‘right path’

TEHRAN – Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan said on Thursday that the relations between the Saudi Kingdom and Iran are on advancing on the “right path”.

Saudi Arabia's FM bin Farhan and Iran's Araghchi hold phone talks

2024-10-29 02:12

Iranian, Saudi chief diplomats hold talks on regional development

TEHRAN – The Iranian and Saudi foreign ministers held phone talks late on Monday during which they agreed to maintain consultation on regional development amid the Israeli cruel attacks on Gaza and Lebanon.

Saudi Arabia and Malaysia condemn Israeli violation of Iran's sovereignty

2024-10-26 11:41

Saudi Arabia, Malaysia condemn Israeli violation of Iran’s sovereignty

TEHRAN - Saudi Arabia and Malaysia have condemned Israel’s attacks on Iran as a violation of the country’s sovereignty and a violation of international laws and norms.

2024-10-22 19:45

Saudi Arabia requests joint naval exercise with Iran to improve regional security

TEHRAN – The head of the Iranian Army Navy has announced that Saudi Arabia has expressed interest in a joint naval exercise, a move aimed at strengthening regional cooperation.

2024-10-20 22:32

Saudi TV's new role: A mouthpiece for US and Israel assassination campaigns

TEHRAN- The recent controversy ignited by a Saudi-owned television channel has spotlighted the animosity of certain Arab states towards the Palestinian resistance and their struggle against the Israeli occupation.

2024-10-11 00:23

Smotrich says Israel must extend into Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Syria, Iraq, and S. Arabia

Israel's far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has advocated for the creation of a Jewish state that would encompass all Palestinian territories and neighboring Arab territories, including the Syrian capital of Damascus.

Araqchi’s visit to Riyadh likely a call on Arabs to stop cold-shouldering Palestinians

2024-10-09 22:34

By Mona Hojat Ansari

Time for change

Araqchi’s visit to Riyadh likely a call on Arabs to stop cold-shouldering Palestinians

TEHRAN – After visiting Qatar, Lebanon, and Syria in a flurry of foreign visits, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi arrived in the Saudi capital of Riyadh on Wednesday.

2024-10-08 19:54

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.

2024-09-28 14:19

Saudi Arabia forms global alliance to push for Palestinian state

Saudi Arabia has formed a global alliance to push for a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, the country’s Foreign Minister, Prince Faisal Bin Farhan Al Saud, said on Thursday on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly meeting in New York, Reuters reports.

2024-09-25 19:46

Envoy urges release of Iranian hajj pilgrim detained in Saudi Arabia

TEHRAN – Iran's ambassador to Riyadh has urged Saudi Arabia to release the sole Iranian Hajj pilgrim currently in detention in a Saudi prison.

2024-09-24 16:57

Iran sees tourism surge amid 26% growth in Western Asia’s intl. arrivals

TEHRAN - Western Asian countries including Iran have experienced a remarkable 26% increase in international tourist arrivals during the first seven months of 2024 compared to the same period in 2019.

2024-09-23 21:26

Pezeshkian extends congratulatory message to Saudi leaders on National Day

TEHRAN – Masoud Pezeshkian, the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, has extended his congratulations on the occasion of Saudi Arabian National Day.

2024-09-19 16:44

Saudi crown prince says no normalization with Israel without Palestinian statehood

Saudi Arabia will not normalize relations with Israel without the establishment of a Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman said on Wednesday.

2024-09-16 22:39

Iran, Saudi Arabia, Ghana, and Cyprus establish parliamentary friendship group

TEHRAN – A parliamentary friendship group representing Iran, Saudi Arabia, Ghana, and Cyprus was established during a session of the Iranian parliament on Monday.

2024-09-10 20:18

Saudi interior minister felicitates Momeni on appointment

TEHRAN- The Saudi Arabian Minister of Interior congratulated Eskandar Momeni on his recent appointment as the Minister of Interior of Iran through a formal message.

2024-09-04 01:50

Qatar, Saudia Arabia back Egypt against Netanyahu’s weapons accusations

Qatar and Saudi Arabia expressed solidarity with Egypt over comments Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made earlier this week accusing the country for allowing weapons to be smuggled to Hamas through the Egyptian border.

2024-08-28 22:41

Iranian detainee Mohammad Khazaei released from Saudi prison

TEHRAN – Mohammad Khazaei, who was among the individuals detained during this year's Hajj pilgrimage, has been freed from prison in Saudi Arabia.

2024-08-26 22:10

Iran to give ‘measured response’ to Israeli assassination of Hamas leader: FM

TEHRAN – Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araqchi, has declared that Iran’s response to Israel's assassination of senior Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh will be "definitive," though it will be executed with careful calculation.

2024-08-20 20:09

Will Africa-Persian Gulf proximity increase global tensions?

The major players of the Persian Gulf Arab states—Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), which are member states of the Gulf Cooperation Council, or GCC—have been upping engagement with African countries in a drive to diversify their economies and build influence in the region, the Council on Foreign Policy said in a commentary.

2024-08-20 20:07

By Afshin Majlesi

Iran’s tourism shifts: former deputy minister shares insights

TEHRAN - The international tourism scene has shown a remarkable recovery after the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the story seems somewhat different when it comes to Iran.

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