Tehran TimesNo need for U.S. bases in Afghanistan after 2014: Iran
Iran has advised the United States not to maintain military bases in Afghanistan after the withdrawal of foreign forces from the country, which is scheduled to take place in
2014.
Russia says Syria will attend peace meeting
Russia says the Syrian government has agreed in principle to attend an upcoming international conference in Geneva to discuss the crisis in Syria.
IAEA report shows Irans technical progress: ambassador
The International Atomic Energy Agencys latest report on Irans nuclear program shows the countrys technical progress, the Iranian ambassador to the UN nuclear agency said on Thursday.
Turkish parliament passes anti-alcohol bill
Turkey's parliament has backed a bill restricting the consumption and advertising of alcohol in the predominantly Muslim country.
Taliban attack UN compound in Afghan capital: police
Taliban militants launched a coordinated attack on a UN compound in the center of the Afghan capital, Kabul, on Friday setting o? explosions and battling the security forces.
UK-bound Pakistan plane diverted, 2 men arrested
Two men were arrested on suspicion of endangering an aircraft Friday after a UK ?ghter jet was scrambled to divert their plane as it traveled from Pakistan to Britain, o?cials said.
UN chief challenges African leaders over Congo
United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon on Friday urged African leaders to implement a peace plan that the UN hopes will stabilize eastern Congo, a region long plagued by violence and which now is back on edge.
Aref vows to rehabilitate Irans image
Presidential candidate Mohammad Reza Aref has said that he will make e?orts to rehabilitate the image of Iran in the world and eliminate the bane of Iranophobia if he is elected president.
Iran dismisses U.S. remarks on presidential election
Iran has criticized the United States for making remarks on the presidential election in the Islamic Republic, advising U.S. o?cials to raise their awareness about legal mechanisms in Iran.
Iran optimistic about Tehran conference on Syria
In a recent press release, the permanent mission of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the United Nations expressed hope that a conference on the Syrian crisis due to be held in Tehran on Wednesday would help find a political solution to the two-year-old conflict in the Arab country.
U.S. adds 20 individuals, firms to Iran blacklist
The U.S. Treasury on Thursday added 20 companies and individuals to its Iran sanctions blacklist, accusing them of supporting Tehrans nuclear efforts and helping the country avoid international sanctions, AFP reported.
U.S. Congress moves to tighten sanctions on Iran
A U.S. House of Representatives committee approved legislation on Wednesday seeking to impose tighter sanctions on Iran over its nuclear program, Reuters reported.
China calls for Irans participation in Syria peace conference
China has said that resolving the Syrian crisis is not possible without the participation of Saudi Arabia and Iran at a key peace conference slated for June, according to Ahram Online.
Iran has never taken countermeasures against perpetrators of cyberattacks
Ali Reza Miryousefi, the head of the press office of the mission of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the United Nations, has dismissed the claims that Iran is behind cyber attacks against the United States.
Rafsanjani emphasizes the need for unity
Expediency Council Chairman Ayatollah Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani, who was barred by the Guardian Council from running for president, has said that resolving the problems facing the country necessitates maintaining unity.
Iran Daily
Friends of Syria Meeting Welcomed
Irans Permanent Mission to the UN said the international community welcomes the upcoming Friends of Syria meeting due in the Iranian capital, Tehran, which demonstrates global willingness to peacefully resolve the crisis in Syria.
Palestinians Pessimistic About Mideast Peace Process
Palestinians believe the US effort to restart the so-called peace talks is doomed, and theyre preparing instead to resume their campaign of seeking membership in key international organizations as soon as next month, officials have told The Associated Press.
Deputy FM: No Iranian Forces In Syria
Iran denied on Friday it has forces in Syria supporting President Bashar Al-Assads army, one day after foreign backers of his insurgent foes demanded Tehran withdraw its fighters from Syrian territory.
Obama Defends Drone Attacks
US President Barack Obama on Thursday laid out new guidelines for drone strikes and launched a new bid to close Guantanamo Bay, warning that a perpetual US war on terror would be self defeating.
IMF Chief Grilled Over Payout Scandal
French prosecutors began questioning IMF chief Christine Lagarde for a second day Friday to decide if she should be charged over a state payout to a disgraced tycoon during her time as finance minister.
Germanys Moment Beckons at Wembley
For the first time in the history of the UEFA Champions League, two German clubs are set to contest the most prestigious prize in European football.
Eurozone Recession To Persist
The eurozone is likely to remain in recession in the second quarter, a business survey showed on Thursday, with output in both France and Germany, the two biggest economies, still shrinking.
Velayati to Focus on Urgent Economic Issues
Principlist presidential candidate Ali Akbar Velayati has stressed the importance of a speedy resolution of the countrys critical economic problems.
Cooperation With IAEA Will Continue
The Iranian ambassador to the International Atomic Energy Agency reiterated the peaceful nature of the countrys nuclear energy program, saying that Tehran is determined to continue its cooperation with the IAEA.
Iran Elected Head Of UNIDO Committee
The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) elected Iran as the head of its committee for program and budget.
Drone Found in Bahrain Not Iranian
Tehran has rejected Bahraini claims of finding an Iranian drone in waters near Saudi Arabia, urging Manama to refrain from making baseless accusations.
20 More Individuals, Firms on Sanction List
The US Treasury put 20 more companies and individuals on its blacklist of sanctions for allegedly contributing to Tehrans nuclear energy program and helping the country bypass illegal sanctions.
Rezaei Will Continue Talks With P5+1
Independent presidential candidate Mohsen Rezaei says if elected president he will continue the talks with the P5+1 group of world powers mainly focusing on Irans nuclear energy program.
Aref Favors Candidates List Down to 2-3
Reformist presidential candidate Mohammad Reza Aref has welcomed the idea of having two or three out of the current eight candidates competing in the upcoming election.
Jalili Criticizes Present Administrative Structure
Iranian presidential candidate, Saeed Jalili, has criticized the administrative structure of the country as wasteful and weak.
Qalibaf Vows to Restore Economic Stability
Principlist presidential candidate Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf says if elected president he will restore tranquility and stability in various fields, particularly in the economic sector, within two years.
Gharazi: No Normalization of US Ties
Presidential candidate Mohammad Gharazi says that the normalization of relations with the United States is against Irans interests.
