FIBA Asia Cup 2025 Draw: Iran opt for Pot 2

TEHRAN - Iran have opted to be placed in Pot 2 for the FIBA Asia Cup 2025 Draw scheduled to be held in Jeddah the coming Tuesday, April 8, 2025.

Pezeshkian talks to MBS, says Iran ready to allay nuclear concerns based on mutual respect

TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian declared Tehran’s readiness to address international apprehensions over its nuclear program “based on mutual interests and respect” during a phone call with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) on Thursday.

 Persian Gulf Arab states, including Saudi Arabia, oppose potential US attack on Iran: Guardian

TEHRAN - In a commentary on March 31, the British newspaper the Guardian wrote an article saying that the Persian Gulf Arab states are opposed to a possible U.S. attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities, believing it will make the Middle East region more insecure.

By Dr. Jin Liangxiang

Iran-Saudi Reconciliation should be part of any future regional order     

 SHANGHAI - March 10, 2025, marks the second anniversary of the big event of the Iran-Saudi reconciliation under China’s mediation two years ago. Though sustainability was once doubted as the rivalry between the two was long and profound, the process finally proved to be steady and successful, which has contributed to the stability of the region.

Muslim unity necessary to counter forced displacement of Palestinians by Israel: Iran FM

TEHRAN – The foreign ministers of Iran and Saudi Arabia have emphasized the urgent need for unity within the Muslim world to counter Israel’s efforts to forcibly displace Palestinians from the Gaza Strip.  

Hakim: Iran, S. Arabia should be a model for other countries in strengthening relations

Ammar Hakim, leader of the Iraqi National Wisdom Movement, stated that the challenges facing the country and the region require us to be fully prepared to fulfill our religious and national duties towards our people and country. We must play a role with wisdom and responsibility in the face of the complexities and dangers surrounding us.

Revitalized relations between Tehran, Riyadh paves way for broader cooperation: Iranian envoy

TEHRAN – Since the historic reconciliation between Iran and Saudi Arabia in 2023, diplomatic relations have seen a significant revival, opening doors for political, economic, and cultural cooperation. In an exclusive interview with the Saudi Arabia’s Diplomatic Quarter Magazine, Iran’s ambassador to Saudi Arabia Alireza Enayati discusses the progress made so far, the economic and trade potential between the two nations, and the role of Iranian expertise in Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.

Lebanon will ask Saudi Arabia to resume $3-billion grant to army

Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun will ask Saudi Arabia to reactivate a $3-billion aid package to the Lebanese army in his visit to the kingdom next week, Aoun said in an interview with Asharq television broadcast on Friday.

Arab ‘mini’ summit ends without issuing official statement

Persian Gulf Arab countries, Egypt and Jordan held a “mini” unofficial summit in Saudi Arabia on Friday amid Arab efforts to present a counterplan to US President Donald Trump’s proposal to transfer Palestinians from the Gaza Strip to Egypt and Jordan, which also aims to rebuild Gaza and reject the displacement of its people from it.

US, Russia agree to start push towards peace in Ukraine

The United States and Russia agreed on Tuesday to address "irritants" to the U.S.-Russia relationship and begin working on a path to end Russia's war in Ukraine, the State Department said, making clear the effort was in its early stages, Reuters reported.

Lavrov says ‘no reason’ to invite European leaders to Ukraine Talks

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Monday that he saw “no reason” for European leaders to take part in negotiations on ending the war in Ukraine and accused Brussels of wanting to prolong the conflict, The Moscow Times reported.

Trump team to start Russia-Ukraine peace talks in Saudi Arabia

A Ukrainian official said Kyiv wasn’t informed and doesn’t plan to attend

Senior Trump administration officials are heading to Saudi Arabia to start peace talks with Russian and Ukrainian negotiators, according to a Republican lawmaker and two U.S. officials familiar with the plan. 

Tehran, Riyadh condemn Netanyahu’s remarks on forced displacement of Palestinians

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has strongly denounced Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s suggestion of establishing a Palestinian state within Saudi Arabia, calling it an unprecedented act of aggression that threatens regional stability and security.

Saudi ambassador lauds Isfahan as a desired travel destination

TEHRAN - The Saudi ambassador to Iran, Abdullah bin Saud Al-Anzi, has highlighted the significant tourism potential of Isfahan, describing it as a city with vast cultural and historical attractions for international visitors.

Minister highlights plans to boost tourism and strengthen ties with Arab nations

TEHRAN - Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts has announced plans for the country’s tourism sector, predicting that the number of inbound travelers will surpass seven million in the current Persian year that comes to an end on March 20.

Israeli-Saudi normalization is within reach: Atlantic Council

High on the agenda of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s meeting with US President Donald Trump at the White House is a potential deal to normalize relations between Israel and Saudi Arabia. Trump wants to move fast on it, having dispatched his special envoy, Steve Witkoff, to Riyadh both during the transition and last week.

Tehran, Riyadh need to boost ties in ICT: minister

TEHRAN –The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Minister, Sattar Hashemi, in a meeting with the Saudi ambassador to Iran, Abdullah bin Saudi Al-Enzi, has underlined need to boost cooperation, particularly in the ICT sector.

By Khaled Elgindy

The fallacy of the Abraham Accords

Why normalization without Palestinians won’t bring stability to the Middle East

U.S. President Donald Trump’s efforts to cement his legacy in the Middle East were well underway even before he reclaimed the White House.

Saudi Arabia plans to enrich and sell uranium

Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman announced on Monday that the kingdom intends to commercialize all resources, including uranium, Al Mayadeen said in a report on its website.

Iran summons Saudi envoy over execution of citizens

TEHRAN – Iran summoned the Saudi ambassador Wednesday to protest the recent execution of six Iranian citizens, the foreign ministry stated.

Saudi Arabia named 2034 FIFA World Cup host

TEHRAN - The world footballing body, FIFA, has officially announced Saudi Arabia as the host of the FIFA World Cup 2034.

Qatar, Saudi, Iran, Iraq condemn Israel’s ‘dangerous’ land grab in Syria

Qatar, Iraq, Saudi Arabia and Iran have decried Israel’s seizure of land in Syria near the occupied Golan Heights as the Israeli military continues to launch air strikes across the country.

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.

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.

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.