Iran’s foreign minister says response sent through Oman, affirms policy that ‘indirect negotiations can continue’.
All US presidents say they want to avoid Middle East conflicts. But is Trump setting himself up for more war and turmoil?
Tehran accuses US of bullying tactics as nuclear deal uncertainty deepens under Trump’s renewed pressure campaign.
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The Houthis heavily align with Iran, but they have increasingly tried to showcase their autonomy.
Celebrated across Iran and several other countries, the holiday symbolises renewal and prosperity.
Trump is still met with defiance from the leadership in Tehran as he threatens military strikes against Iran.
The US president has threatened Iran, while the Pentagon vows ‘overwhelming lethal force’ against the Houthis in Yemen.
Deputy foreign ministers of Russia, China and Iran call for multilateral talks on ending ‘unlawful’ US sanctions.
Meeting between top diplomats signals Tehran may be ready for renewed negotiations on its nuclear programme.
Iran says it has turned much of its reserves into gold, as gold imports soar to three times the level of last year.
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Supreme leader criticises the US for abandoning the nuclear deal and imposing sanctions, questions the value of talks.
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China announces meeting with Russia and Iran amid UNSC talks over nuclear programme as Trump letter heads to Tehran.
The exercises are aimed at strengthening cooperation between the three countries as Iran accuses US of ‘bullying’.
Ali Vaez of Project Iran discusses US-Iran talks and Trump’s tactics—can he actually make a deal?
