Europe

Germany changes stance on 3 Iranian islands in Persian Gulf

Tehran, IRNA- Germany has backed down from calling Iran an "occupier" of the three Iranian islands as Tehran's diplomatic moves in recent months caused some European countries to change their position on the issue.

EU calls Iran's legitimate response to IAEA resolution "extremely concerning"

London, IRNA - The European Union (EU) spokesperson has described the legitimate response of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the unconstructive resolution of the Board of Governors (BoG) of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) against the country's peaceful nuclear program as “extremely concerning,” calling for a halt to the enrichment of uranium to 60% in Iran.

NATO must answer for growing insecurity in world: Iran FM spox

Tehran, IRNA - Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei has said that Mark Rutte, the Secretary General of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), should be held accountable for the increasing insecurity affecting the world, including Europe.

Tehran rebukes European Parliament resolution on status of women's rights in Iran

Tehran, IRNA – Director General of the Iranian Foreign Ministry’s Human Rights and Women’s Affairs Department Marzieh Afkham has criticized a recent resolution by the European Parliament on the status of women in the Islamic Republic, slamming it as interventionist and completely politically charged.

E3 says ‘diplomatic dialogue’ with Iran to continue

Geneva, IRNA – Senior political directors from foreign ministries of the UK, Germany and France, known as the European troika or E3, have announced following a recent meeting with Iranian diplomats in Geneva that "diplomatic dialogue" with the Islamic Republic will continue.

All EU members must fulfill obligation to carry out arrest warrant for Netanyahu: Spokesman

Tehran, IRNA — A spokesman for the European Union reiterated that all countries within the EU must fulfill the obligation to enforce the arrest warrant against Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his former war minister Yoav Gallant, media outlets have reported.

By Bahram Qassemi

Iran and Europe; a new beginning

In recent days, foreign sources, followed by official sources, have reported on a forthcoming joint meeting between Iran and three European countries at the deputy ministerial level. The news itself, without any premature judgment on its outcome, signals a new beginning, which had been gradually fading into oblivion with the end of President Rouhani’s government.

IAEA BoG's anti-Iran resolution has no legal basis: Zarif

Tehran, IRNA – The strategic deputy to the Iranian president has asserted that the new anti-Iran resolution by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors is legally baseless, arguing that Europe and the United States are not in a position to make a claim against the Islamic Republic.

Iran to consider national interests in new talks with European powers: Gov’t spox

Tehran, IRNA – Iranian government spokeswoman has said that an upcoming meeting between deputy foreign ministers of Iran and three European states (France, Germany, and Britain) will be held considering the principles of dignity, wisdom, and expediency emphasized by the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution.

Iran to respond appropriately to Europe's "non-technical" step, says foreign minister

Tehran, IRNA – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has stated that Iran will respond appropriately to Europe’s recent “non-technical” actions, emphasizing the country's commitment to collaboration with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) despite the actions of European powers.

Iran makes appropriate decisions against EU, UK sanctions: Top diplomat

Tehran, IRNA – Iran has made appropriate decisions in response to the “illegal” and “unjustified” sanctions imposed by the European Union and Britain against the country, according to a top diplomat.

Envoy underlines developing Iran-EU constructive ties

Tehran, IRNA—Iran's ambassador in the European Union said that it is necessary to try to establish constructive, stable, and meaningful relations between Iran and the European Union based on mutual respect and interests.

Iran Air reports increase in number of Istanbul flights after EU sanctions

Tehran, IRNA – The national airline of the Islamic Republic of Iran Iran Air (Homa) says that it had carried out some 40 flights to the Turkish city of Istanbul since the European Union imposed sanctions on the airline last month.

Several EU states slam Israeli law to stop UNRWA activities

Tehran, IRNA - Ireland, Norway, Slovenia and Spain have all condemned the Israeli Knesset for passing a law aimed at preventing the activities of the UN agency for Palestinian refugees in the occupied territories.

Iran, Uzbekistan voice strong determination to boost bilateral trade

Tehran, IRNA – Iran’s vice-president Mohammad Reza Aref and Uzbekistan’s Minister of Investment, Industry and Trade Laziz Kurdatov have discussed ways to promote bilateral trade ties, with both voicing strong determination to achieve the goal, which could pave the way for the two countries to have a stronger presence in European markers.

Iran's parliament speaker advises Europe not to follow US

Tehran, IRNA – Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf has advised the European countries not to follow the United States.

Iran's UN mission: Europe has taken a wrong and dangerous path towards Tehran

New York, IRNA - Iran's diplomatic mission in the United Nations announced that Europe has now taken a wrong and dangerous path towards Iran.

Era of ‘divide & rule’ of Europeans in West Asia is over: Iran FM

Tehran, IRNA – Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has harshly reacted to a joint statement issued by the European Union (EU) and the Persian Gulf Cooperation Council (PGCC) after their Wednesday’s meeting in Brussels that carried several anti-Iran etheric, including false claims on the three Iranian islands in the Persian Gulf.

Representatives of countries exit UN conference hall during speech Zionist regime envoy

London, IRNA - The representatives of the member countries of the United Nations Convention to Combat Transnational Organized Crime (UNTOC) in Vienna, during the speech of the representative of the Zionist regime, left the public forum in a collective movement as a sign of protest and hatred for the criminal and child-killing regime.

Thousands of Europeans demonstrate for Palestine, Lebanon

Tehran, IRNA – Thousands of people across Europe have taken to the streets to condemn the Israeli regime’s brutal and inhuman acts and to support the oppressed Palestinian and Lebanese civilians.

Iran calls for Europe to ‘play more active role’ to rein in Israel

Tehran, IRNA – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Europe must play a more active role in pressuring the Israeli regime to de-escalate tensions in the region.

Iran embassy in London warns region not to fall victim to West support for Israel

London, IRNA - The Iranian Embassy in London has warned regional countries to be aware of the West’s double standards in dealing with the Israeli regime’s terrorism.

Araghchi says entering talks prevails meetings with Europeans

New York, IRNA - Iran's Foreign Minister stated that entering negotiations prevailed the atmosphere of his meetings with the Europeans.Spea

Iran FM: President Pezeshkian’s trip to Iraq opened new chapter in ties

Tehran, IRNA – Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said that the recent trip to Iraq by President Masoud Pezeshkian has opened a new chapter in ties with the Arab country.

FM spokesman urges EU to avoid accusing Iran

Tehran, IRNA – Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has said that the European Union should avoid accusations based on false information, referring to the High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell's accusation against Iran on Iran's involvement in the Ukraine conflict.

EU must correct wrong policies to develop ties with Iran: Araghchi

Tehran, IRNA – Iranian Foreign Abbas Araghchi says European countries need to correct their wrong policies as a prerequisite for expanding relations with Iran.

US, European allies reaffirm support for Israel if attacked

Tehran, IRNA – The United States and four of its European allies have issued a joint statement reiterating their support for Israel in case of possible retaliatory attacks by Iran and regional resistance groups against the Zionist regime.

UN rapporteur: Israel committing genocide in Gaza with US, European weapons

Tehran, IRNA - The UN special rapporteur on Palestine Francesca Albanese has said that the Zionist regime uses US and European weapons to carry out “genocide” in Gaza.

Only a strong measure can compel Israel to obey international law: Iran

Tehran, IRNA – The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman has said that the “criminal” Israeli regime could only be compelled to adhere to international regulations through pressure and a strong deterrent measure.

Iranian, EU diplomats discuss bilateral relations

Tehran, IRNA -- Secretary of Iran’s Strategic Council on Foreign Relations Abbas Araghchi has held talks with deputy secretary general of the European External Action Service Enrique Mora.