Russia’s multilayered Syrian diplomacy worries Iran
TEHRAN, Iran — The Russian Black Sea resort city of Sochi, widely known for its tourist attractions, has recently turned into a diplomatic hub, with dialogue over…
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EU and US disagree on Iran and Israel
The US and EU’s top diplomats diverged on Middle East policy, while celebrating their “partnership” on Tuesday (5 December). EU foreign relations chief Federica Mogherini…
Israel, Iran starting war of attrition?
Israel’s alleged attack on an Iranian outpost in Syria last Saturday could kick off a new confrontation between Tel Aviv and Teheran. It also indicates…
It’s Time to Prepare a Military Option on Iran
North Korea’s demonstration of a ballistic missile capable of reaching most of the United States prompted gloomy commentary in Israel about the failure to halt…
France Should Know That Iran’s Missiles Are Not Negotiable: Spokesman
BEIRUT (Reuters) – France should know that Iran’s missile program is not an issue that can be negotiated, Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman, Bahram Qassemi, said…
Erdogan Helped Turks Evade Iran Sanctions, Reza Zarrab Says
Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey personally ordered that two Turkish banks be allowed to participate in an oil-for-gold scheme that violated United States sanctions on…
Turkish gold trader implicates Erdogan in Iran money laundering
(Reuters) – A Turkish-Iranian gold trader on Thursday told jurors in a New York federal court that Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan authorized a transaction…
Iranian Envoy Says U.S. Won’t Succeed In Pushing Iran Out Of Syria
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said U.S. efforts to push Iranian military advisers and fighters out of Syria as part of a deal to…
Analysis: Israel Zigzags On Iranian Bases In Syria To Give Russia Room
On November 10 the BBC revealed that Iran is building a “permanent military base in Syria.” The report came complete with aerial photos, yellow boxes…
Turkey, Iran Sign Trade Deal with Qatar
Turkish and Iranian ministers have signed an agreement with Qatar aimed at increasing the flow of goods to the Gulf state. Qatar faces trade restrictions…