Iran says it does not hesitate to respond to unconstructive measures targeting its nuclear program, but is still prepared to continue constructive cooperation with the IAEA.

The deputy chairman of the Iranian Parliament's National Security and Foreign Policy Committee says the Syrian people alone have the right to decide their country's destiny.

A senior Iranian diplomat says Tehran and Beijing enjoy strategic bilateral relations, and share similar views on various international issues.

Tehran has dismissed anti-Iran allegations made by the Persian Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), saying outsiders pose a real danger to regional security and stability.

Special units of the IRGC Ground Force and the Azerbaijani army have started a joint military drill in Iran’s northwestern province of Ardabil to enhance security cooperation and strengthen counter-terrorism efforts between the two nations.

The Iranian defense chief has emphasized the need for promotion of cooperation between Iran and Venezuela.

Senior military officials from Iran and Azerbaijan underline continued military and defense cooperation between the neighboring countries.