Peace and Security

Leader’s advisor:

Sharm El-Sheikh Summit 'part of Trump's plan for Arab world'

TEHRAN, Oct. 31 (MNA) – Senior Adviser to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ali Akbar Velayati has said that Sharm El-Sheikh Summit is a part of US President Trump’s sinister economic plan for the Arab world.

Iranian, Omani diplomats discuss mutual ties, regional issues

TEHRAN, Oct. 30 (MNA) – Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Majid Takht-Ravanchi and Oman's Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Albusaidi discussed bilateral ties, regional and international issues in Muscat on Thursday.

Iran reaffirms unwavering commitment to peace

TEHRAN, Sep. 21 (MNA) – Iran's Permanent Mission to the UN office reaffirmed the country's unwavering commitment to peace.

Pres. stresses implementing deals reached during SCO summit

TEHRAN, Sep. 03 (MNA) – President Masoud Pezeshkian has stressed the need to operationalize the agreements reached at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit in China, describing the deals as heralding good prospects for the country.

Iran, Armenia stress maintaining regional peace, security

TEHRAN, Aug. 30 (MNA) – Officials from Iran and the Republic of Armenia emphasized the need for maintaining peace and security in the region.

Foreign powers main source of concern in region: Gen. Mousavi

TEHRAN, Aug. 30 (MNA) – Chief of staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi says that the presence of the foreign powers in the region is prime cause of concern for the countries in the region.

Pres. Pezeshkian:

"Peace in Caucasus region is a strategic priority for Iran"

TEHRAN, Aug. 19 (MNA) – The Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has stressed that Iran supports peace in the Caucasus region between Azerbaijan and Armenia, criticizing the foreign countries' interference in security issues of the region.

Trump says Armenia, Azerbaijan committed to end fighting

TEHRAN, Aug. 08 (MNA) – US President Donald Trump said Friday Armenia and Azerbaijan had committed to a lasting peace after decades of conflict, as he hosted the leaders of the South Caucasus rivals at a signing event in the White House.

Iran main factor in spread of regional peace, stability

TEHRAN, Aug. 08 (MNA) – Spokesman for Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs Shafqat Ali Khan says that Iran is an important factor in the spread of peace and stability in the region.

Hamas gives positive response to US-mediated Gaza ceasefire

TEHRAN, Jul. 05 (MNA) – Hamas has submitted a constructive reply to a recently updated ceasefire proposal mediated by Qatar and Egypt, signaling the potential for a ceasefire that could end nearly two years of Israeli aggression.

UN chief welcomes DR Congo, Rwanda peace deal

TEHRAN, Jun. 28 (MNA) – UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres welcomed the signing of a peace deal Friday between the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Rwanda in Washington, DC.

China committed to building South China Sea into sea of peace

TEHRAN, Jun. 09 (MNA) –Xinhua Institute, a think tank affiliated with Xinhua News Agency, on Sunday released a report highlighting China's commitment to building the South China Sea into a sea of peace, friendship, and cooperation.

Pezeshkian-UAE head exchange congratulations on Eid al-Adha

TEHRAN, Jun. 06 (MNA) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan congratulated the Eid al-Adha (Feast of Sacrifice) to each other in a telephone conversation on Friday.

Pres. Pezeshkian:

Iran backs any initiative to strengthen peace, security

TEHRAN, Apr. 26 (MNA) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said that Iran supports any move to establish and strengthen peace and security in international arenas.

Zelensky ready to resign if Ukraine gains NATO membership

TEHRAN, Feb. 23 (MNA) – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated on Sunday that he is willing to step down immediately if it ensures Ukraine's NATO membership.

Pres. Pezeshkian:

Iran welcomes expanding coop. with Turkmenistan in all fields

TEHRAN, Feb. 12 (MNA) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says that his country has always called for the expansion of relations with the friendly country of Republic of Turkmenistan in all fields.

Iran stresses its obligations to strengthen intl. friendship

TEHRAN, Feb. 11 (MNA) – Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations in Geneva Ali Bahreini says Iran emphasizes its commitments to strengthen the spirit of international cooperation and friendship.

FM Spox.:

France should adopt constructive approach to help intl. peace

TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson advised French officials to adopt an independent and constructive approach that leverages France’s significant global standing to promote peace and stability.

Iran FM spox:

Promoting economic coop. important to solidify regional peace

TEHRAN, Oct. 18 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman said that promoting the economic exchanges and cooperation and strengthening the interactions are very important for consolidating peace and stability in the region.

Nancy Pelosi says Netanyahu has 'never believed in peace'

TEHRAN, Oct. 15 (MNA) – Former speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, saying he has "never believed in peace or a two-state solution".

Zionist regime has violated all intl. laws: Pres. Pezeshkian

TEHRAN, Oct. 11 (MNA) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said that Zionist regime has violated and breached all international laws and human rights’ regulations, calling on the international community to address the regime's crimes.

Qatar calls on intl. community to stop Israeli aggression

TEHRAN, Oct. 02 (MNA) – Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani called on the international community to stop the Zionist aggression on Lebanon, saying he supports peace and security in the region.

Adviser to Leader:

World witnessing the most unprecedented genocide in Lebanon

TEHRAN, Sep. ۲۸ (MNA) – Adviser to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Mohammad Mokhber pointed to the recent developments in the region and said that the world is witnessing the most unprecedented genocide in Lebanon.

Russia says it will not partake in follow-up to peace summit

TEHRAN, Sep. 22 (MNA) – Russia will take no part in any follow-up to the Swiss-organized “peace summit” held in June as the process amounts to “fraud,” Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said on Saturday.

Leader’s aide:

Promotion of peace top priority of Iran’s policies

TEHRAN, Sep. 16 (MNA) – A senior advisor to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the promotion of peace is a top priority for Iran’s policies.

Rear admiral Sayyari:

Presence of foreigners hinders regional stability, security

TEHRAN, Sep. 12 (MNA) – Chief of Staff and Deputy Commander of the Iranian Army Force for Coordination Affairs Rear Admiral Habibollah said that the presence of foreigners impedes the establishment of stability and security in the region.