Iraq prepares bilateral talks between Saudi Arabia, Iran: PM

The Iraqi PM disclosed that MbS has already agreed to the development of a roadmap for bilateral relations with Tehran

Bahrani, Qatari FMs meet in Saudi Arabia to establish bilateral talks

Talks concerning the revival of bilateral discussions between Doha and Manama were initially proposed during last year's Al-Ula GCC Summit in Riyadh

Israeli, Bahraini FM discuss expansion of bilateral ties

Cohen disclosed that the two foreign ministers had discussed the developments of several 'meaningful projects'

Ukraine and UAE move forward with bilateral trade talks

Abu Dhabi has expressed interest in helping rebuild the war-torn European nation

Iran and Saudi Arabia ready to continue bilateral talks

Following years of tensions between Iran and Saudi Arabia, the two have held five round of talks in Baghdad in attempt to re-establish bilateral relations

Indirect negotiations between US, Iran to restart, switching from Vienna to Doha

A correspondent with Al Mayadeen reported that the Doha talks, formerly known as the Vienna talks, are set to restart on 28 June

Iraq PM arrives in Saudi Arabia to advance Iran-Saudi negotiations

The main topic suspected to have been discussed between Kadhimi and MbS are the negotiations between Iran and Saudi Arabia to restore diplomatic ties

US expresses willingness to conduct direct negotiations: Iranian FM

Iran's top official said that direct negotiations have no benefit if the US cannot guarantee that the next administration will not violate the deal

Emir of Qatar in Iran to strengthen bilateral ties

The two sides discussed the bolstering of bilateral ties, increased trade, the 2015 nuclear deal, the 2022 World Cup, and the Israeli murder of Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Aqla Nasri

Iran says 5th round of negotiations with Saudi Arabia will depend on Riyadh’s ‘seriousness’

Iran has called on Riyadh for political and diplomatic solutions, as well as non-interference in the internal affairs of other countries.

Iran and Saudi Arabia to resume bilateral talks in the near future

The talks come amid regional efforts to promote cooperation and stability

Qatar, Bahrain set to resume diplomatic relations

The foreign ministries of both countries revealed this development in separate statements

Iran summons Chinese envoy for undermining territorial integrity

The three Persian Gulf islands have, for years, been the source of a major dispute between Tehran and Abu Dhabi

Iranian FM on multi-day visit to India

Amir-Abdollahian's visit to the South Asian nation comes just days after an official from India's ruling party made disparaging comments about the Prophet Muhammad

Iran-Saudi detente is a setback for Israel

The China-brokered Iran-Saudi deal marked a significant shift toward establishing Persian Gulf and regional stability, but is a major setback for Israelis who have cultivated Arab-Iranian divisions for years.

German FM praises Saudi efforts to ‘find solutions for regional crises’

Despite the words of encouragement, the German official also warned the kingdom against 'unconditional normalization' with Syria

Bold gambits on the West Asian chessboard

In the Great Power competition, everything is connected: Uncertain negotiations between Russia and NATO over Ukraine may be impacted by Turkiye’s post-election pivot and Syria's return to the Arab League.

Water security takes center stage in Syria-Turkiye talks 

Russian-brokered talks to reconcile Ankara and Damascus will hit a wall if Turkiye doesn't strike a deal to allow Syria and Iraq access to their share of water. Drought has now made water a region-wide security issue, and Ankara is officially on notice.

Russia to host Turkish, Syrian, Iranian defense and intelligence chiefs: Ankara

Despite a recent diplomatic push to normalize ties with Damascus, Turkish officials insist the country has no intention to stop its occupation of northern Syria

Echoes of Taif: Syria and Saudi Arabia reconcile

Syria-Saudi relations leap forward with joint statements, bilateral meetings, and, for the first time in 12 years, a shared vision for resolving the crisis in Syria.

PM Sudani takes charge of Iraq

Only six months into the job, Iraqi PM Muhammad Shia al-Sudani is confronting head-on the multitude of Iraqi economic, financial, political, and foreign policy challenges. 

Iran set to extend gas pipeline to Oman

The company behind the project confirmed that it will extend the pipeline by 1,000 km

Iran, Qatar trade volume expected to reach $3bn by 2025

The boost in volume of trade between Doha and Tehran includes re-exports, joint investments, transit, production, and imports

Iran extends invitation to Saudi King

The Iranian foreign minister confirmed that Riyadh has already extended an invitation to the Iranian president

Israel’s uncertain future in the wake of Great Power conflict

As global power dynamics continue to shift, Israel's close western alignment could limit its ability to engage with emerging powers in the east. Arch-rival Iran, which has established ties with Russia and China, will be better positioned to gain from the shifting geopolitical landscape.

Belarus, Iran sign roadmap to increase economic cooperation

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko's visit to Tehran saw the signing of a comprehensive roadmap agreement to increase economic cooperation in the face of western sanction

Russia affirms readiness to facilitate peace talks between Azerbaijan, Armenia

Tensions between the two nations have remained high for over two years since Yerevan and Baku disputed over the Nagorno-Karabakh region

Iraqi officials host Iranian FM

Baghdad hosted several rounds of negotiations between the Tehran and Riyadh aimed at ensuring regional stability

Iranian FM to discuss joint cooperation during Baghdad visit

Iraqi officials continue to balance the country's relationship with major foreign powers, such as Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the United States

Iraq signs first security agreement with Saudi Arabia in 40 years

Baghdad says it is also pushing forward with hosting a new round of talks between Iranian and Saudi officials