Caucasus Region

Velayati describes Caucasus as Iran’s security buffer

TEHRAN, Aug. 24 (MNA) – Ali Akbar Velayati, a senior adviser to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei, emphasized that the Caucasus has historically functioned as a strategic security buffer for Iran.

Iranians will never compromise on national security

TEHRAN, Aug. 18 (MNA) – Ali Akbar Velayati, Senior Advisor to the Leader on International Affairs, reiterated that the Iranian nation will never compromise on the national security of their homeland.

Iran closely monitoring Caucasus developments: Spox.

TEHRAN, Aug. 17 (MNA) – Iran is closely monitoring developments along its northwestern border, the spokesperson for the Foreign Ministry said, warning against the presence of extra-regional forces in the Caucasus.

Iran’s strategy is non-intervention of foreigners in region

TEHRAN, Aug. 15 (MNA) – Iran’s First Vice President emphasized that the Islamic Republic’s strategy in the Caucasus region is the non-intervention of foreign countries and forces, especially in the region’s geopolitics.

Iran FM consults with Russian diplomat over Caucasus

TEHRAN, Aug. 14 (MNA) – In a meeting with the Special Representative of the Russian Foreign Minister, Igor Khovayev, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi pointed out the alignment of the two countries' positions on important regional issues.

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Velayati warns against any moves against Iran's security

TEHRAN, Aug. 13 (MNA) – A senior advisor to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has held a meeting with Armenian Deputy Foreign Minister Vahan Kostanyan to stress that Iran cannot stand any moves against its security.

Iran, Armenia FMs discuss Baku-Yerevan recent agreement

TEHRAN, Aug. 11 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Abbas Araghchi has held a phone call with his Armenian counterpart to discuss the Friday agreement between leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan in Washington to build a communicative route.

Putin, Pashinyan speak by phone to discuss meeting in WH

TEHRAN, Aug. 11 (MNA) – Russian President Vladimir Putin and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan spoke by phone, the Kremlin said Monday, saying that Pashinyan had briefed Putin on his meeting with US President Donald Trump last week.

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Iran to block creation of US corridor in Caucasus

TEHRAN, Aug. 09 (MNA) – A senior advisor to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has said that Iran will block the creation of the so-called Trump Corridor in the Caucasus with or without Russia.

Iran reacts to Caucasus region developments

TEHRAN, Aug. 09 (MNA) – Iran’s Foreign Ministry has reacted to the finalization of a peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan.

Armenia PM, Iran defense minister discuss regional security

TEHRAN, May 21 (MNA) –Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan received delegation led by the Minister of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics of Iran, Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh, who is in Armenia for an official visit.

Lavrov says situation in Middle East 'explosive'

TEHRAN, Apr. 08 (MNA) – Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov called the situation in the Middle East "explosive" and pointed to the threats to stability of the South Caucasus and Central Asia.

FM Araghchi arrives in Armenia to meet high-ranking officials

TEHRAN, Mar. 24 (MNA) – The Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran arrived in Yerevan on Monday night to discuss bilateral relations and regional developments with high-ranking Armenian officials.

Iran, Armenia discuss Caucasus region over phone

TEHRAN, Mar. 16 (MNA) – Iranian President and Armenian Prime Minister exchanged views on the latest developments in the Caucasus region.

Iran opposes foreign intervention in Caucasus region: Pres.

TEHRAN, Feb. 03 (MNA) – President Masoud Pezeshkian has once again stressed Iran's policy of opposition to any changes to geographical borders in the Caucasus region and intervention of the foreign powers in that region.

Iran ready to assist maintaining regional stability

TEHRAN, Jan. 21 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says that the Islamic Republic is ready to contribute to maintaining the peace and stability of the region.

Iran's security chief in Baku for talks

TEHRAN, Jan. 08 (MNA) – Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Akbar Ahmadian is visiting Baku for talks.

Baku, Yerevan agree to sign peace treaty as soon as possible

TEHRAN, Oct. 19 (MNA) – Baku and Yerevan have agreed to make efforts to sign a peace treaty as soon as possible, the Azerbaijani foreign ministry said after a meeting between the two countries’ top diplomats in Istanbul.

South Caucasus meeting kicks off in Istanbul

TEHRAN, Oct. 18 (MNA) – A foreign ministerial meeting of the Regional Cooperation Mechanism for the Caucasus region, known as 3+3, began on Friday in Istanbul, Turkey.

Araghchi arrives in Turkey for 3+3 meeting

TEHRAN, Oct. 18 (MNA) – The Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi is visiting Turkey on Friday to attend the 3+3 format meeting after touring most countries in the region.

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Armenia acquires weapons solely for self-defense

TEHRAN, Oct. 05 (MNA) – Armenia acquires weapons and equipment solely to exercise its right to self-defense and to protect its citizens," the spokesperson for the Armenian Foreign Ministry says.

Yerevan says ready to sign peace treaty with Baku

TEHRAN, Sep. 24 (MNA) – Armenia is ready to sign a peace agreement with Azerbaijan soon, Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan said.

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Peace in Caucasus to benefit all countries of region

TEHRAN, Sep. 09 (MNA) – Referring to the recent issues raised regarding the Zangezur corridor, Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kan'ani stressed that peace in the Caucasus is beneficial for all countries of the region.

Iranian diplomat to Russian envoy:

'Iran against geopolitical changes in Caucasus region'

TEHRAN, Sep. 03 (MNA) – An aide to Iran’s foreign minister expressed Tehran’s support for regional peace and stability and opposition to any change in internationally- recognized borders and geopolitical status quo.

Armenia dismisses reports on firing on Azerbaijan positions

TEHRAN, Aug. 28 (MNA) – The Armenian Ministry of Defense on Wednesday has denied opening fire on Azerbaijani positions.

Russia, Azerbaijan leaders discuss situation in S Caucasus

TEHRAN, Aug. 28 (MNA) – Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed the situation in the South Caucasus during a telephone conversation with his Azerbaijani counterpart, Ilham Aliyev, the Kremlin press service reported Wednesday.

Ex-envoy to Baku:

Iran must cut off transregional powers' hands in Caucasus

TEHRAN, Aug. 24 (MNA) – The Iranian envoy to the Azerbaijan Republic has stressed that Tehran needs to take steps to prevent the transregional powers' involvement in the regional developments in the South Caucasus region.