Daily look at Irans late-breaking news and upcoming events:
We wont negotiate defence power: President Rouhani
President Rouhani stated that Iran demands peace and security in the region, stressing: All countries of the region can think of a great union for economy, energy and tourism by relying on the power and peace seeking of the Iranian nation.
Russia underlines its adherence to JCPOA
The Russian deputy foreign minister in a meeting with Secretary General of the European External Action Service reiterated Moscows adherence to its commitments under the 2015 nuclear deal official known as Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
80 countries involved in Syria war: Irans Velayati
Ali Akbar Velayati, an international adviser to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, described the war in Syria as a global conflict that has involved 80 countries.
Tehran ready to boost value of trade with Sofia to $1bn
Irans Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, in a meeting with Prime Minister of Bulgaria Boyko Borisov, has called for expansion of business ties with Sofia.During the Wednesday meeting held in the Bulgarian capital, the Iranian top diplomat hailed the balanced policy of Bulgaria to have good relations with all its neighbours.
Irans Rouhani thanks Moscow for blocking UNSC resolution
Irans President Hassan Rouhani has praised Russia for blocking a resolution at the United Nations Security Council on Monday that would have pressured the Islamic Republic over the use of Iranian-made missiles by Houthi rebels in Yemen.