Syria

Neither Russia nor US can decide on Iran's presence in Syria: Iranian official

TEHRAN, Jul. 17 (MNA) – The Iranian Parliament Director General for International Affairs Amir-Abdollahian says that neither Russians nor Americans are in a position to decide on Iran’s presence in Syria.

Defense min. says enemies unable to divide Iran

TEHRAN, Jul. 16 (MNA) – Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami says that the enemies sought to carve out an Iraq and Syria out of Iran but they failed thanks to the vigilance of its officials and people.

Iran’s Jaberi Ansari holds talks with Syrian FM

TEHRAN, Jul. 16 (MNA) – Hossein Jaberi Ansari, a Senior Assistant to Iranian Foreign Ministry, met Syrian Foreign Minister Walid Muallem in Damascus.

Jaberi Ansari to deliver Rouhani's message to Lebanese president

TEHRAN, Jul. 15 (MNA) – A senior assistant to the Iranian foreign minister will travel to Lebanese capital city of Beirut on Monday to deliver the message of President Rouhani to Lebanese President Aoun.

Russia to continue cooperation with Iran on Syria : Velayati

TEHRAN, Jul. 14 (MNA) – A Top Aide to Iran’s Leader Ali Akbar Velayati said Fri. that during his visit to Moscow, Russia and Iran put an end to the rumors that Russia’s cooperation with Resistance Front has ended, adding Putin and Erdogan will visit Tehran to hold talks on Syria.

Velayati:

Iran to continue advisory mission in Syria; US dream not to come true

TEHRAN, Jul. 13 (MNA) – Iranian Leader's Senior Adviser Ali Akbar Velayati has said that US dreams will not come true and Iran will continue its advisory presence in Syria, adding "if Iran and Russia exit Syria, ISIL will return the country."

Iran’s envoy:

Incomplete disarmament of US WMDs threatens intl. security

TEHRAN, Jul. 12 (MNA) – Iran’s Permanent Representative to Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) expressed regret over incomplete disarmament of the United States’ weapons of mass destruction (WMD), saying that this is a threat to international peace and security.

Iranian official:

No country allowed to meddle with Iran’s presence in Syria

TEHRAN, Jul. 10 (MNA) – Iranian Parliamentary Director General for International Affairs Hossein Amir-Abdollahian said Tue., Iran’s presence in Syria is within Tehran-Damascus relations and no country is allowed to meddle with this matter.

16 ISIL female members awaiting trail in Iran: prosecutor

TEHRAN, Jul. 08 (MNA) – Tehran's Prosecutor Abbas Ja'afari Dolatabadi has reacted to ISIL terror group’s threats after eight of their members were executed yesterday, saying dozens of ISIL members, including 16 women, are awaiting trial in Iran.

In meeting with Palestine amb.:

Amir-Abollahian says Syrians will not allow Israel to control Syria

TEHRAN, Jul. 08 (MNA) – Iranian Parliamentary Director General for International Affairs Hossein Amir-Abdollahian said Sat. that Iran will continue its firm support for the Palestinian Resistance forces and the Syrians will not allow the country to once again fall victim to the Zionist terrorists.

Kremlin refutes reports that pro-Iranian pullout from Syria will top Putin-Trump talks

TEHRAN, Jul. 07 (MNA) –The Kremlin spokesman has repudiated media reports claiming that the withdrawal of pro-Iranian forces from Syria would top the agenda of Trump-Putin meeting.

Lavrov says demands for Iran pullout from Syria ‘absolutely unrealistic’

TEHRAN, Jul. 04 (MNA) – Russian diplomatic chief Lavrov said, on Wednesday, demands for Iran’s complete withdrawal from Syria are unrealistic and Iran should be allowed to play its regional role, Ynetnews reported.

Iran ready to establish sci. parks in Syria: minister

TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) – Iranian Minister of Science, Research and Technology, Mansour Gholami expressed readiness to build science and technology parks in different regions of Syria.

Syria, Iran ink MoU on academic coop.

TEHRAN, Jul. 03 (MNA) – Syria and Iran have inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for increasing cooperation in the field of higher education and scientific research.

Armed Forces spox:

US vessel carrying chemicals docked in regional waters

TEHRAN, Jul. 1 (MNA) – A senior spokesman for the Iranian Armed Forces reported the docking of a US cargo vessel carrying chemicals at the coast of a Persian Gulf littoral state, warning about a dangerous plot for US presence in Iraq and Syria.

‘International Affairs’ by MNA journalist comes out

TEHRAN, Jun. 27 (MNA) – ‘International Affairs’, a book written by foreign policy expert and MNA staff member Mohammad Mahdi Maleki has been released.

Leader military aid:

US seeks change in geography of West Asia

TEHRAN, Jun. 27 (MNA) – Top Military Aide to the Iranian Leader Major General Yahya Rahim Safavi has said that the US is seeking to topple Syrian government to cut off Iran’s support for Hezbollah and other Resistance movements.

Velayati reiterates call on Europe to fulfill JCPOA commitments

TEHRAN, Jun. 27 (MNA) – A senior adviser to Iran’s Leader has said that the European countries, including France, are expected to play a more effective role in the implementation of the Iran nuclear deal.

Mekdad:

US will be forced to leave Syria

TEHRAN, Jun. 26 (MNA) – Syrian Deputy Foreign Minister Faisal Mekdad said that Syrian people resistance will force the United States forces to leave Syria.

Mekdad hails Iran’s aid in combating terrorism in Syria

TEHRAN, Jun. 26 (MNA) – Syrian Deputy Foreign Minister Faisal Mekdad thanked Iran for its support in fighting terrorism in Syria, saying that without Tehran’s help, Damascus would have not made such great victories against terrorists.

States behind Iranophobia seek to sell more arms in ME

TEHRAN, Jun. 26 (MNA) – In an address to the the UN Security Council Mon., Iran’s Ambassador to the UN Gholamali Khoshroo condemned states behind Iranophobia with the aim of selling more arms in the region.

Iran’s Jaberi Ansari holds meeting with Faisal Mekdad in Tehran

TEHRAN, Jun. 25 (MNA) – Senior Assistant to Iran’s Foreign Minister Hossein Jaberi Ansari met with the Syrian Deputy Foreign Minister Faisal Mekdad Mon. to discuss bilateral relations as well as latest developments in Syria.

Yemeni Army, Houthis, Ansarullah advancing in Hudaida: Velayati

TEHRAN, Jun. 20 (MNA) – A senior adviser to Iran’s Leader said Wed. that the Yemeni forces are advancing against Western-backed Saudi and UAE-led coalition in Yemen’s Hudaida front, stressing that Saudis will be the once again the loser of the conflict.

US-led coalition bombs PMF positions on Iraq-Syria border

TEHRAN, Jun. 18 (MNA) – Iraqi officials say that US-led fighter jets carried out airstrikes against Popular Mobilizations Forces just across the border with Syria, killing at least 20 PMF troops and wounding dozens more.

Quadrilateral coalition holds security session in Iraq

TEHRAN, Jun. 14 (MNA) – The periodic meeting of the campaign against terrorist groups within the framework of quadrilateral security cooperation among Iran, Russia, Iraq and Syria was held in Baghdad on Wednesday.

Iran says ready to help ICRC to alleviate sufferings in Syria, Yemen

TEHRAN, Jun. 11 (MNA) – Hossein Jaberi Ansari, Senior Aide to Iranian Foreign Minister, reassured ME coordinator of Red Cross that Iran wil spare no efforts to ease the pains of civilians in Syria and Yemen.