Russia

Lavrov urges US to show seriousness for JCPOA return

TEHRAN, Mar. 05 (MNA) – Sergei Lavrov stressed that the JCPOA will be saved through the full implementation of the 2015 comprehensive agreement signed by all parties, adding that Moscow will cooperate with all parties to save the deal.

Iran to hold talks with EAEU to implement FTA soon

TEHRAN, Mar. 05 (MNA) – Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister on Economic Diplomacy reported of increased trade with Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) despite pandemic, adding talks with the EAEU for the implementation of the free agreementy will begin soon.

US sanctions represent hostile anti-Russian attack: Moscow

TEHRAN, Mar. 03 (MNA) – Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman said Washington's decision is a triumph of the absurd and a hostile attack that will not affect Moscow's policy.

US may impose Navalny-related sanctions on Kremlin: Report

TEHRAN, Mar. 02 (MNA) – US media outlets reported over Washington's intention to impose fresh sanctions on Moscow over the alleged poisoning of Kremlin critic Alexi Navalny on Tuesday.

Russia working on easing tensions over Iran's nuclear program

TEHRAN, Mar. 02 (MNA) – Russia's Permanent Representative to the International Organizations in Vienna said that Moscow is working to ease tensions over Iran's nuclear program.

CoE future depends on its ability to stay unbiased: Lavrov

TEHRAN, Feb. 28 (MNA) – Russian FM Lavrov said the future of the Council of Europe (CoE) depends on its determination to act independently and stay unbiased.

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Russia to hand Iran €1.2bn loan for Sirik plant construction

TEHRAN, Feb. 28 (MNA) – Iranian energy minister informed on Sunday that his country is to receive a €1.2-billion-loan from Russia to build Sirik power plant, in south Iran.

IAEA BG meeting to predetermine prospect of JCPOA revival

TEHRAN, Feb. 28 (MNA) – Russia's Permanent Representative to International Organization said that prospects of the full restoration of JCPOA will be predetermined in tomorrow's session of IAEA Broad of Governors.

Briefing on Iran’s daily developments

TEHRAN, Feb. 27 (MNA) – The following are the Islamic Republic of Iran’s developments in the last 24 hours.

US has lost right to lecture other states on civil freedoms

TEHRAN, Feb. 26 (MNA) – The Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman has said that the new US administration should first and foremost turn an attentive ear to its own citizens and not conduct a witch-hunt at home.

China calls for respecting Syria's sovereignty after US move

TEHRAN, Feb. 26 (MNA) – Following Russia's condemnation of the US airstrikes in eastern Syria on Friday night, the Chinese Foreign Ministry called for respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Damascus.

Iran, Russia emphasize need to coop. in agricultural sector

TEHRAN, Feb. 26 (MNA) – Iranian and Russian officials underlined the need for expanding cooperation in the agricultural sector and ensuring food security.

Russia: NATO countries violating NPT

TEHRAN, Feb. 24 (MNA) – Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov says Moscow considers it unacceptable for NATO to maintain its 'joint nuclear missions', which contradict the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT).

Blinken makes claims on human rights violation in Iran

TEHRAN, Feb. 24 (MNA) – US Secretary of State accused Iran and Russia of human rights abuses in his latest speech in the UN Human Rights Council.

Moscow, Riyadh preparing military coop. agreement: Report

TEHRAN, Feb. 24 (MNA) – Moscow and Riyadh are preparing a new agreement for military cooperation that will include several areas, local media reported.

Washington preparing to sanction Moscow: report

TEHRAN, Feb. 24 (MNA) – US administration is preparing to impose sanctions on Moscow as the US and Europe try to back Russia's controversial opposition figure Alexei Navalny, and due to the recent US accusations against Russia over cyber attacks.

West cannot solve global issues without Russia, China: spox

TEHRAN, Feb. 21 (MNA) – A spokesperson with the Russian Foreign Ministry slammed the Western countries' decision for trying to solve global issues within a private circle.

Iran, Russia discuss regional developments

TEHRAN, Feb. 20 (MNA) – Iranian ambassador to Moscow and deputy foreign minister of the Russian Federation conferred on regional developments on Saturday.

Russia welcomes US' intention to abandon UN sanctions on Iran

TEHRAN, Feb. 19 (MNA) – The Kremlin views Washington’s intention to abandon sanctions against Iran in a positive light but highlights the particular importance of returning to the JCPOA, Russian Presidential Spokesman Dmitry Peskov told.

Vaccine shortage made US diplomats seek help other countries

TEHRAN, Feb. 18 (MNA) – Citing government documents and US officials' statements, an American source reported that Washington diplomats had asked Russia and some other countries to help them receive the Covid vaccine.

Iran ready to facilitate return of Syrian refugees home

TEHRAN, Feb. 17 (MNA) – Iranian foreign minister's senior assistant on special political affairs expressed the readiness of Iran to cooperate in facilitating the return of Syrian refugees and displaced persons to their country.

Russia warns Zionist regime over air strikes in Syria

TEHRAN, Feb. 17 (MNA) – A senior Russian official has warned the Zionist regime over the consequences of continuing its airstrikes in Syria.

Astana guarantors condemn Zionist regime’s attacks in Syria

TEHRAN, Feb. 15 (MNA) – In the final statement of Astana peace talks, Iran, Russia, and Turkey emphasized the continuation of the ceasefire in Idlib province in northwestern Syria.

Blinken invited to meet EU FMs to discuss 'Tehran'

TEHRAN, Feb. 17 (MNA) – US Secretary of State Tony Blinken has invited to a meeting with EU foreign affairs ministers to discuss Iran and other foreign-policy issues.

Khaji meets with Putin's special envoy for syria

TEHRAN, Feb. 16 (MNA) – Iranian foreign minister's senior assistant on special political affairs held a meeting with the Russian Special Presidential Envoy for Syria on Tuesday.

Russian naval units welcomed by IRGC, Army in Iran waters

TEHRAN, Feb. 16 (MNA) – Two submarines of IRGC and Army of the Islamic Republic of Iran welcomed Russian naval units participating in the joint Iranian-Russian ‘Marine Security Belt’ drills in southeastern waters of Iran.

Iranian, Turkish, Russian deputies to meet on Tuesday

TEHRAN, Feb. 16 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister said that the deputies of Iran, Russia, and Turkey will meet on Tuesday in Sochi to advance the Astana process.