All tagged Javad Zarif

Iran Asks IMF for First Loan in Decades to Combat Virus

◢ Iran said on Thursday that it has sought immediate financial assistance from the International Monetary Fund to help it combat one of the world's deadliest coronavirus outbreaks. The various loans that can be granted by the IMF must be approved by the institution's executive board, where the United States practically has a veto on decisions.

Iran Says German Freed in Prisoner Swap

◢ An Iranian man arrested in Germany on suspicion of violating U.S. sanctions returned home Monday after being released, the foreign ministry said. Ahmad Khalili had been detained "on the pretext of violating the illegal and cruel sanctions of the United States,” ministry spokesman Abbas Mousavi said.

Iran Could Reverse Nuclear Breaches if Europe Acts: Zarif

◢ Iran would be willing to move back towards the 2015 nuclear deal if Europe provides "meaningful" economic benefits, the country's foreign minister said last Friday. "We have said that we are prepared to slow down or reverse these measures commensurate with what Europe does," Mr Zarif told reporters at the Munich Security Conference.