While Iranians bear the brunt of Donald Trump’s visa ban, which came into force last week, international officials say the Islamic Republic has quietly emerged as one of the most generous towards refugees. “The leadership demonstrated by the Iranian government has been exemplary in hosting refugees and keeping borders open,” ...
Iran’s Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani said cautioning citizens against trips to Turkey does not spell “abnormal” relations with the northwestern neighbor, adding, however, that Turkish officials are expected to behave more gracefully in their stances on Iran. “The (recommendation that Iranians) avoid traveling to Turkey does not mean abnormal ties. ...