Latest in Tag: iran Highlight
Latest in Tag: iran
Why should a Middle Easterner care about Trump winning the US elections?
US foreign policy is expected to undergo major changes under a Trump administration
Iran, France’s Total sign major gas deal
Iran has signed a memorandum of understanding with French energy giant Total on the development of a major offshore gas field.
Egypt participated in Lausanne talks based on Iranian demand: The Guardian
The Guardian said that Iran demanded Egypt and Iraq’s participation; both countries known for pro-Al-Assad stances
Monet, Pollock paintings from Tehran to make world premiere in Berlin
Hidden away for decades, a Tehran collection of Western paintings is to go on show in Berlin. The politically charged exhibition, which nearly flopped due to Holocaust denying caricatures, is a premiere.
Iran officially rejects Saudi royals as Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques
Khamenei considers Saudi Arabia a “cursed tree”, but Al-Azhar backs its custody against Iran
Iran claims US military drone violated its airspace as new air-defense system installed
Iran’s military has warded off a US military drone it says had violated its airspace. The alleged incident came the same day Iran inaugurated a new Russian-made air defense system around a sensitive nuclear site.
Iran deploys anti-aircraft missiles to nuclear facility
The Tehran government has placed Russian-supplied anti-aircraft missiles at the Fordo nuclear facility. The uranium enrichment plant was due to be scaled down under last year’s deal with world powers.
Russia barred from further use of Iran military base
Russian fighter jets had temporary permission to fly missions over Syria from Iran. Then Iran’s parliament said no. The relationship between Iran and Russia has always lacked trust.
Russia pulls out warplanes from Iran
Russia has pulled its warplanes out of Iran after conducting airstrikes on Syria from an Iranian base.
Russia launches bombing campaigns against IS targets from air base in Iran
Russia has said it launched strikes against the so-called “Islamic State” from air bases in Iran. It’s a noticeable change of strategy for Moscow as it continues to aid the regime of Bashar al-Assad in Syria.
Iran starts trial over Saudi embassy burning
Iranian protesters accused of storming the embassy of Saudi Arabia have attended their first hearing before a Tehran court. Forty-eight people, including four clerics, face charges over the January incident.
Progress comes in small steps one year after Iran nuclear deal
It was a historic diplomatic success: the Iran nuclear deal. Tehran has stopped its nuclear program, sanctions have been lifted, and Iran has come out isolation. Still, disappointment is growing.
Iran summons French envoy over exiles’ rally
The Tehran government has summoned the French ambassador to protest a Paris rally by an anti-regime “terror group.” Former Saudi intelligence tzar, Turki al-Faisal, spoke at the meeting of Iranian dissidents.
Hard-liner Ahmadinejad may want to lead Iran again
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has resurfaced, and his criticism of the current Iranian president has grown harsher with every speech. There’s even word that Ahmadinejad might try to get his old job back in the 2017 election.
Appetite for caviar threatens Caspian seals
Its status as the area’s top predator has not stopped the endangered Caspian seal’s numbers from plummeting. Conservationists hope international action can come to its rescue.The Caspian Sea is vast and ancient.
Iranian director Abbas Kiarostami dies at age 76
The acclaimed director, who won the 1997 Palme d’Or for “Taste of Cherry,” passed away from cancer in France. He had left Iran last week for medical treatment.
Iran blocks renowned sculptor Tanavoli from traveling
Iranian authorities have confiscated the passport of an Iranian artist, barring him from traveling to London for a book launch. The authorities did not provide a reason for why he was prevented from leaving Iran.
Appropriation of Sufi poet ‘Rumi’ sparks outrage in Afghanistan
Where is Rumi from? Should his character be played by Leonardo di Caprio? These are the questions currently preoccupying Afghans and Iranians alike. Now even the Afghan government has waged into the debate.
Can Iran’s Rouhani win over Pakistan?
Iranian President Rouhani’s Pakistan visit comes at a delicate time for both Tehran and Islamabad. The neighboring countries want to improve economic ties, but the Saudi-Iranian rivalry continues to be a big impediment.
Russian withdrawal from Syria is positive sign: Iran
The decision will not undermine the Syrian army, says Russian official
Foreign investments spark controversy in Iran
Following the Iran nuclear deal, international sanctions are being rolled back. While president Rouhani hopes to attract foreign investments, the issue remains contentious
Corruption among Iran’s business elites
In Iran, billionaire Babak Zanjani has been sentenced to death for corruption. He once had close ties to political circles. The justice system just wants to close the case and has no interest in further explanation.
In Cartoon: Elections in Iran
Iran heads to polls for new parliament
Iranians have been casting their ballots to decide if President Rouhani’s reform-minded agenda is the way of the future. The campaign season was marred by controversy over candidate eligibility.
Iran snubs oil giants, but optimism prevails
All eyes were on Iran as international leaders and global markets alike root for an end to the flood of cheap oil that’s wreaking havoc on the world economy. But Tehran has stopped short of providing relief.
Report: Russia to start delivery of S-300 missiles to Iran
Russia will reportedly send the first S-300 air defense system to Iran this week. The deal was made in 2007, but put on ice for years due to an arms embargo on Iran.
Iran’s litmus test: sports and air transport
Sports and air transport are likely to serve as indicators of whether Iran has the flexibility to become a major node in an increasingly globalised world. The country’s willingness to relax strict gender segregation, dress codes, and its ban on alcohol will be at the core of Iranian efforts to become a global sports and …
China and the Middle East: Tilting towards Iran?
President Xi Jinping went from Riyadh to Iran this month to become the first foreign leader to do so following the lifting of international sanctions against the Islamic republic. Saudi leaders could not have been pleased. China and Saudi Arabia (and Egypt) signed $55bn worth of cooperation agreements during Xi’s visit, including a nuclear cooperation …
AFC Competitions Committee moves Iran, Saudi Arabia matches to ‘neutral’ venues
“We may not always agree; we are 47 members in a very diverse continent. But together we are strong,” AFC President Salman Bin Ebrahim Al-Khalifa says
Egypt supports Arab League decision to support Saudi Arabia against Iran: FM
Arab League Ministerial Group to conduct internal deliberations on developments of Saudi-Iranian conflicts