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2025-02-19 21:23

End of Israeli aggressions necessary for regional peace, Qalibaf tells Asian parliamentarians

TEHRAN – At the 15th session of the Asian Parliamentary Assembly held in Baku on Wednesday, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, strongly asserted that the future of Palestine will not be decided by the United States or any other colonial power.

2025-02-18 21:55

Iranian parliament holds closed session on economic issues

TEHRAN – Speaker of the Parliament Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf announced that key decisions were made on economic and livelihood issues, including currency and the stock market, during a closed parliamentary session on Tuesday.

2025-01-14 22:19

Armenia thanks Iran for backing its sovereignty

TEHRAN – Armenia’s President Vahagn Khachaturyan expressed gratitude to the Islamic Republic of Iran for its steadfast support of Armenia’s territorial integrity and national sovereignty during a high-level meeting with the Iranian Parliamentary Friendship Group.

2025-01-08 21:40

By Sondoss Al Assad

Wide political division over Lebanese presidential candidate

BEIRUT - On the eve of the session to elect the Lebanese president, it seems that General Joseph Aoun, the candidate of the international quintet will fail not only in the first round as he doesn’t obtain the required 86 parliamentary votes, but also in the second round, which requires 65 votes. It is because his election will require a constitutional amendment in his capacity as commander of the Lebanese army.

Members of the Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Committee during a meeting with the commanders of the Vahdati Airbase in Dezful

2025-01-04 22:21

Lawmakers tour Dezful Airbase, discuss Khuzestan's security challenges

TEHRAN – Members of the Iranian Parliament's National Security and Foreign Policy Committee recently visited the Vahdati Airbase in Dezful to assess the challenges, threats, and opportunities present at the airbase and within the broader Khuzestan Province.

2024-12-24 22:50

Iranian parliament holds closed-door session to discuss dollar exchange rates, economic issues

TEHRAN – The spokesperson for the Iranian Parliament's Board of Directors announced that a closed-door session was held to discuss the recent surge in exchange rates and pressing economic issues facing the country.

2024-12-09 22:33

Closed parliamentary session reviews Iran’s strategy in Astana talks following Syrian crisis

TEHRAN – In a closed parliamentary session on Monday, Iranian lawmakers convened to discuss the escalating crisis in Syria and the future of the Astana peace process, following significant advances by militant groups.

A look at Western fantasies of unveiling and its disregard for Muslim women’s values

2024/12/07

By Xavier Villar

A look at Western fantasies of unveiling and its disregard for Muslim women’s values

MADRID – The Iranian Parliament has definitively passed the legislation known as the "Support for Families through the Promotion of the Culture of Chastity and Hijab," more commonly referred to as the Hijab Law. According to official sources, the new regulation explicitly prohibits "nudity, the removal of the hijab, and inappropriate attire in public spaces, both physical and virtual."

South Korean police try to storm parliament

2024-12-03 21:18

South Korea troops try to storm parliament after martial law declared

Troops were seen trying to enter the South Korean parliament on Wednesday after President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law in a surprise late-night TV address that slammed domestic political opponents and sent shockwaves through the country.

2024-12-02 21:15

Legislative and judicial chiefs gather to commemorate Iran’s Parliament Day

TEHRAN – On Monday, a public gathering was held in the Iranian parliament hall, featuring judiciary officials and parliament members as the two bodies work to expand inter-branch cooperation.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian(L) and Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf during a joint session of the government and parliament on Sunday.

2024-12-01 21:52

Pezeshkian slams foreign intervention in West Asia, calls for regional unity

TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian underscored the vital need for regional cooperation to establish security in West Asia, asserting that foreign interference is unwarranted.

2024-11-17 20:05

Details of IAEA chief’s visit inquired by Iran's parliament as MPs call for 'reciprocal measures’

TEHRAN – The Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Committee has convened to address critical issues surrounding the country’s nuclear program, the visit by International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi, and support for Iranians living abroad.

2024-11-13 19:33

Iran Parliament approves mutual legal assistance treaty with Pakistan

TEHRAN – In a move aimed at enhancing legal cooperation and fostering stronger ties, the Iranian Parliament has approved a mutual legal assistance treaty (MLAT) focused on civil and commercial issues with Pakistan.

2024-11-10 22:00

Abolfazl Amouei appointed as parliament speaker’s special assistant for international affairs

TEHRAN – Speaker of the Iranian parliament Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf has appointed Abolfazl Amouei as his Special Assistant for International Affairs.

2024-10-27 19:33

Jewish MP urges swift Iranian response to Zionist aggression

TEHRAN- A representative of the Jewish community in the Iranian parliament has urged Iran to respond swiftly and decisively to the recent attack by the Zionist regime.

2024-10-18 18:59

Iranian parliament: French paper's report of speaker's remarks on Lebanon inaccurate

TEHRAN – Iran’s parliament has issued a statement refuting a recent report in a French newspaper that claimed Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf had offered to negotiate a ceasefire in Lebanon.

2024-10-16 19:57

Tehran slams Western sanctions obstructing transfer of mine clearance technology

TEHRAN – The chief of the Iranian parliamentary delegation to the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) has denounced Western sanctions preventing Iran from accessing technologies and equipment for mine clearance.

2024-10-13 21:00

Collaboration with criminal Zionist regime must cease immediately: Iranian parliament speaker

TEHRAN- The Iranian Parliament speaker stated that all forms of collaboration with the criminal Zionist regime must cease immediately.

2024-10-09 22:35

Number of Iranian lawmakers push for 'reevaluating defense doctrine' amid rising Israeli threats

TEHRAN – A group of 39 Iranian lawmakers has called for a swift push toward developing nuclear weapons in a letter addressed to the country’s Supreme National Security Council.

2024-10-05 22:08

Iran, Armenia agree to strengthen parliamentary cooperation

TEHRAN – Iran and Armenia have reached an agreement to enhance parliamentary collaboration across various levels, focusing on friendship groups and specialized committees within the parliaments of both nations.

2024-09-25 23:00

Former FM appointed as periodic head of Iranian delegation to IPU

TEHRAN – The Iranian Parliament has selected the group of lawmakers who will comprise the delegation to the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU).

2024-09-15 20:18

Iran, Tajikistan, Uganda, and Finland establish parliamentary friendship group

TEHRAN – A parliamentary friendship group representing Iran, Tajikistan, Uganda, and Finland was established during the twelfth session of the Iranian parliament on Sunday.

2024-09-07 22:07

MP says Zangezur Corridor red line for Iran, warns of consequences of geopolitical changes

TEHRAN – The head of Iran's National Security and Foreign Policy Committee of the Iranian parliament has reiterated that the Zangezur Corridor is a critical red line for Iran, warning that any attempts to alter its status or make unilateral moves in the region will be met with a firm response.

2024-08-20 20:05

Pezeshkian urges MPs to demonstrate commitment to national unity

TEHRAN- The Iranian president convened a meeting with the newly elected representatives of the twelfth parliament.

2024-08-17 21:49

Parliament begins review of proposed cabinet as Pezeshkian calls for unity

TEHRAN – In an open parliamentary session on Saturday, President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized the need for unity and collaboration among the country's three branches of government to effectively address Iran's pressing challenges.

2024-08-04 22:37

Iranian parliamentary committee denies security infiltration regarding Haniyeh assassination

TEHRAN – The spokesperson for Iran's National Security and Foreign Policy Committee on Sunday revealed insights from a high-ranking Quds Force official regarding the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh, emphasizing that the assassination was not the result of an infiltration.

2024-07-21 22:46

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