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Israel plans to sell weapons to Ukraine, Russia indifferent

During the Israeli cabinet weekly meeting, Prime Minister Netanyahu reiterated his concerns over the supply of the Russian-made S-300 missiles to Iran “especially at a time when Iran is stepping up its aggression in the region and around the borders of the State of Israel.” Tel Aviv raised the concerns with Moscow but Kremlin claimed […]

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Israel: All self-defense options are possible against Iran, Minister Steinitz

Intelligence Affairs and Strategic Affairs Minister Yuval Steinitz told reporters that “we never limited Israel’s right of self-defense because of some diplomatic constraints” as he believes the possible outcome of the negotiations over the Iranian nuclear program is unfavorable to Israel. The minister declined to give any further details but stressed that “all options are […]

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Iran : Foreign media houses ruining nuclear negotiations

Following reports of Iranian concessions on its controversial nuclear program, a member of Iranian delegation has refuted such claims as “mere hallucinations” by some foreign media houses with hidden agendas. Iran is involved in negotiations with the permanent members of the UN Security Council plus Germany regarding its nuclear ambitions. Seyyed Abbas Araqchi, a senior […]

Features Headlines Tunisia

Tunisia and Iran strengthen parliament relations

Iran and Tunisia are making efforts to strengthen their parliamentary ties after the delegation from the Tunisian parliament arrived in Tehran. Iran is willing to share its technological advances, law making and supervision fields with Tunisia as a brother and Islamic country. Tunisia appreciated the gesture and thanked Iran for being present at the ratification […]

Egypt Features Headlines

Egypt:Iran is misled about Egypt, Deputy Foreign Minister

Comments made by Iran about Egypt have resulted in the summoning of the Iranian Charge d’affaires in Cairo. The Iranian comments were centered on the daily confrontations between the supporters of the Muslim Brotherhood and security personnel; the last of which left more than 14 people dead. They were made by Iranian Ministry of Foreign […]

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Iran: Washington and Congress divided over “war”

The divergences in Iran’s nuclear program have reached new levels as parties worried about it speak of “war”. Tehran continues its uranium enrichment program much to the dislike of some regional and western countries. The nuclear program is regarded as a national right and pride in Iran. In the US, members of both houses of […]

Algeria Headlines

Algeria – Iran to “expand and deepen” ties

Algiers and Tehran have established very good ties and it is deemed to continue with the incoming president, Hassan Rouhani. During a meeting between high-ranking officials of both countries before the inauguration ceremony of President Rouhani, the new leader stated that their relations should be expanded. The Algerian delegation which will witness the inauguration ceremony […]

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Over 40 Nations Participated in Huge US-Sponsored Drill Near Iran

Over 40 nations from the five continents have participated earlier this month in mine-warfare exercises in the Gulf not far from Iranian coasts. The some 35 ships, 70 aircraft, and 6,500 personnel from 41 countries which participated in the exercises practiced not only mine warfare and minesweeping, but also tested the ability to command and […]

Egypt Features Headlines

Cairo & Tehran, Old Enemies, Forming a New Axis ?

Many foreign political analysts seem increasingly are concerned over the geostrategic implications of the rapid rapprochement between Egypt and Iran, two former foes that are apparently becoming new friends in the Arab Spring era! They are currently busing working to enhance their relationship and warm up their once frosty ties. Few days ago, the two […]