Posts tagged as: Iran

Sectarianism and its consequences

Apparently crude materialistic interests and political rivalries motivate wars and conflicts initiated in the name of religion and sectarianism. This is as true about the knightly fights as it is about the Afghan jihad launched in the late 70s against Soviet Union. Some believe that the ongoing sectarian terrorism in Pakistan has been the consequence […]

Iran stayed firm on its Nuclear Plans regardless of the American and Israeli threats Despite the massive pressure from the outer world, Iran is determinant to continue on its nuclear path.

Iran stayed firm on its Nuclear Plans regardless of the American and Israeli threats Despite the massive pressure from the outer world, Iran is determinant to continue on its nuclear path. Islamic Republic News Agency quoted Iran’s Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi, “The sanctions may have caused us small problems but we will continue our […]

Iran not ready to sacrifice on the nuclear program

Iran not ready to sacrifice on the nuclear program Iran’s Foreign Minister, Ali Akbar Salehi has admitted that the economic sanctions on the country are really hampering its progress but made it clear at the same time that Iran will not back off from its nuclear program at any cost. Since the controversial report of […]

Khamenei says that Iran will defend Syria against intervention from foreign forces

Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has said Iran strongly opposes any foreign intervention in Syria’s conflict and will defend Damascus so it can continue “resistance” against Israel, his official website reported on Thursday. Khamenei, the Islamic Republic’s highest authority, made the comments during a meeting with visiting Turkish Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan in Mashhad. The […]

Pak-Iran Gas-Pipeline Project – Pakistan seek for Russia’s help after China’s refusal

Pak-Iran Gas-Pipeline Project – Pakistan seek for Russia’s help after China’s refusal After the refusal of China, Pakistan is now looking at Russia to sponsor the multi-billion gas-pipeline project with Iran. Earlier, China had refused to go ahead with its commitment because of the international pressure. The US has imposed a number of economic sanctions […]

Pakistan added in the list of countries who might be subjected to US sanctions for purchasing oil from Iran

Pakistan added in the list of countries who might be subjected to US sanctions for purchasing oil from Iran A US State Department official said on Wednesday that 12 countries that buy Iranian oil could be subject to US sanctions unless they significantly cut purchases. The list includes China, India and Pakistan. The department released […]

Pakistani politicians second Pak-Iran gas pipeline project

Terming the Pakistan-Iran gas pipeline project as requisite for the country’s energy requirements, politicians belonging to different political parties urged the government to go on the plan. Governor Balochistan Nawab Zulfiqar Ali Magsi advised the incumbent not to accept foreign pressure on the project, saying it will further strengthen the bilateral ties between the two […]

Pakistan seeks unconditional apology on NATO incursion

The joint-sitting of Parliament started a debate on the terms of engagement with the United States (US) in the light of recommendations presented by the Parliamentary Committee on National Security (PCNS) following deadly American air-strikes on Pakistani troops in Slala check-post. Chairman Senate, Syed Nayyer Hussain Bukhari is chairing the joint-session summoned by President Asif […]

Russia steps in after Chinese bank backs off from Pak-Iran gas pipeline

Russia steps in after Chinese bank backs off from Pak-Iran gas pipeline Monday, March 19, 2012: Russia has become Pakistan’s next destination to seek finances for the completion of Pak-Iran gas pipeline, after Chinese bank backed off amid rising pressure from the United States. A Chinese bank was to finance $1.5 billion to the project […]

Israel takes its concerns regarding Iran’s nuclear program to China

Israel on Friday took its concern about Iran’s nuclear programme to one of Iran’s main partners, China, and hinted it could launch a pre-emptive attack on the Islamic Republic despite repeated calls by China to allow diplomacy to take its course.  China, which has close energy and trade ties with Iran, has urged a negotiated […]

‘Pak-Iran gas pipeline can play a key role in Country’s future– Pakistan Industrial Sector update

‘Pak-Iran gas pipeline can play a key role in Country’s future– Pakistan Industrial Sector update LAHORE: Mashallah Shakari, the Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan, has said the potential Pakistan-Iran gas pipeline is of great geo-political value in the region as it is bound to bring energy revolution in Pakistan. Mr Shakari further added that the pipeline […]

Economic Coordination Committee seeks new funding options for Pak-Iran gas pipeline

Economic Coordination Committee seeks new funding options for Pak-Iran gas pipeline Wednesday, March 14, 2012: Pak-Iran gas pipeline has received yet another setback, as the Chinese bank (Industrial and Commercial Bank of China) backed off from financing for the project due to increasing pressure from the United States of America (USA). For the very reason, […]

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