EghtesadOnline: Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has officially rejected the resignation of his Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, saying it runs contrary to national interests.

EghtesadOnline: President Hassan Rouhani stands behind and completely approves of the performance of Foreign Minister Mohammed Javad Zarif who unexpectedly announced his resignation on Monday, the presidential chief of staff said.

EghtesadOnline: Tehran Stock Exchange turned bearish on Tuesday with the benchmark index TEDPIX losing 2,082.14 points or 1.25% after news about the resignation of Foreign Minister Javad Zarif rattled the markets.

EghtesadOnline: Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has unexpectedly announced his resignation in an Instagram post.