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EghtesadOnline: The new regional peace plan put forward by Iran can ensure lasting stability in the region, if supported by all Middle East countries, officials say.

EghtesadOnline: A regional framework for action on coping with water scarcity has been prepared and will be piloted in South Khorasan Province, deputy governor of the northeastern province said.

EghtesadOnline: The Ports and Maritime Organization of Iran is going to sign a contract with the private sector on Tuesday for the construction of Iran's biggest mechanized mineral terminal at Shahid Rajaee Port, the deputy head of PMO announced on Monday.

EghtesadOnline: Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif chided the United States for transforming the Persian Gulf into a "tinderbox" with its massive arms sales to regional allies.

EghtesadOnline: Iraqi Prime Minister Adel Abdul Mahdi on Saturday said Iraq supports any efforts aimed at stabilizing the Middle East amid rising tensions between Iran and the United States.

EghtesadOnline: Iran is ready to join an initiative that promotes “inclusive cooperation” among regional countries, including Saudi Arabia, if they are determined to help make the region more secure and prosperous, Foreign Minister Mohammed Javad Zarif said.