Iran’s Foreign Minister Javad Zarif On US Relationship, Travel Ban, Syrian Crisis, ISIS | NBC News

NBC’s Richard Engel speaks with Javad Zarif, Iran’s Foreign Minister, on a wide number of topics related to the United States’ relationship with Iran, including Trump’s travel ban, the Syrian crisis, ISIS, and the nuclear deal implemented during the Obama Administration.
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Iran’s Foreign Minister Javad Zarif On US Relationship, Travel Ban, Syrian Crisis, ISIS | NBC News

[@MrArianmas]

This man is steaming hot with TRUTH.

[@earthstrong7855]

Zarif is steaming hot with hitler vibes

[@luvitluvitbaby]

&* You sound foolish.

[@earthstrong7855]

@@luvitluvitbaby that's funny was going to say the same thing about yourself

[@luvitluvitbaby]

&* You said he’s “steaming hot with Hitler vibes”. But Iran has the second largest Jewish population in the Middle East and enjoy special designation in the Iranian parliament. So explain this “Hitler” vibe you get from Minister Zarif.

[@earthstrong7855]

@@luvitluvitbaby that's not true at all, that's just a flat out lie, show your demographic sources or stfu

[@roozbehfarhadi9993]

A very well educated and highly experienced politician. Makes me proud to be an Iranian..

[@nicoledang27]

Many Islamists are very well educated but that doesn't make them to be right. Bin laden, Al Zawaheari, , Muhammed Mursi, and many others are well educated and have their doctrate degrees but the're all religious bigots. Maybe you should be proud of your rich Persian culture but not these Islamists running your country. They arte destroying your culture.

[@king-gu6kk]

Nicole Dang it feels good to be islamist. just like your a materialist.

[@topsykreet9365]

Is not your country ruinning themselves and the entire world? think about that ding dung ding!

[@farsmars11]

Persian Amazon In cherto pertaro az koja ovordi? Mibinam ke oghdeye ziyadi zade be maghzet

[@farsmars11]

Persian Amazon in ham az adabet. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 mibinam ke be joz khodet harf zadanet ham cheap hast.

[@vincentlofaso6109]

Zarif speaks the truth!!

[@charlestonirownov7659]

You do not know him. He is a shameless liar. I know; I lived in his country; I know his language.

[@antzontoast]

unamanga wena satan

[@kurtbrandso2087]

Maybe so, who truly knows but that does not mean the big nations " USA" provoke war and that its good for business . It's funny even talking about the USA provoking war can sometimes fall into the conspiracy basket yet its there and it happens all time > That's why my dad left the RNZAF before he was to be in Vietnam for NO REASON .

[@luvitluvitbaby]

@@charlestonirownov7659 🤔 Hmm…so why is it that western media never challenges anything Zarif says if he’s lying? Surely it’s in their best interest to do so.

[@shaharam4628]

you are devil servant under khamenei chamber

[@gegalvezge]

I Think its time to leave the Iranian people alone. They want to live a prospourous life just like me and my fellow Americans. My hand is out to peace loving Iranians. All Americans dont feel like the government.

[@PplePOWER]

[@OnlineMediaCollection]

Love you bro. From IraN-Persia

[@Homeswithmasood]

wisdom!

[@wazir.suqlain]

here comes the matchstick ............ :)

[@TheKave96]

@zionist jew , Irans said a lot of times that by shouting "Death to America" they dont mean the people of America but they mean that the country should be lead in a different way but then again you are probably another ignornat iran hater cause it dosent benefit you to actually get facts for what youre saying.

[@Eldrad235]

bigger vocab than the american president

[@annelane9290]

How do you know how big the American president's vocabulary is?

[@PplePOWER]

REALLY??? LOL....You voted for him apparently. We've all been watching and listening to him for a year...he knows 7 words.

[@mgerami3634]

trump knows many words he knows the best words some tremendous words in fact he has a big vocab this should some it up!

[@toucaninterieur8011]

Trump knows alot of words when it comes to insults.

[@kichigaisensei]

Apparently slick speaking wins over a lot of fools.

[@conterary1]

A wonderfully smart person.

[@earthstrong7855]

he comes across as hitler, but you probably thought he was a wonderfully smart person too conterary1?

[@E-D-U]

No more Wars Call soldiers back home Peace ✌️

[@dayhandinged6651]

Sam S In your dreams !

[@aligholi5123]

yes,sam s,no more war.

[@ihs51]

Who have the most bases in foreign soils ? The American folks should seriously think about the next war (God forbid) and rectify two major flaws i.e.. stop the volunteering and stop fighting for Israel.

[@ihs51]

Maybe the IRANIAN and like any good Muslim will show hospitality to especially visitors even strangers ; kindness and generosity is Islam. Iranian just like anyone else love to be happy and have their freedom so those who still feels that coercion works must be really foolish.

[@noroozpour]

IH S not all Iranians all muslims. Religion isn't important to describe a nation.. being human is important. Thank you

[@robertadame9956]

Years ago my son and I saw a friendly soccer game between the Iranian national team and the United States national team. It was a great game We sat next to an Iranian family. When they were about to eat some nachos, the man said something in Persian and the woman seemed to agree. You know they offered my son and I some of their nacho feast. Never have I seen such respect for fans of an opposition team. Amazing!

[@via-laterale-SCI]

sanctions always punish the people ... Iran is a great nation! I want to see Iran flourish and prosper. Go Iran, you are on the right track.

[@arashlaalinia]

you always most welcome in Great Persia/Iran

[@via-laterale-SCI]

when I'm retired in a few years I certainly will do so ... I didn't have the money to travel but watched documentaries (history, travel) since almost two decades. Great culture, great education, great people.

[@mikenobakhti5057]

Andrea Bayer your are most welcome to our old cuture and you can peasfully enjoy your retierment dear👍

[@ashkan1548]

Andrea Bayer such kind words. I hope and I'm sure you will have a great time. gotta love people like you

[@via-laterale-SCI]

Ashkan thank you too for your kind words. At the moment I'm glad that Syria and it's allies are so successful in fighting the terrorists. If Syria continues to succeed it will also be good for Iran and Lebanon and the region (though some dislike the idea of Iran's stability and influence)

[@PplePOWER]

LONG LIVE IRAN. SHE WILL LIVE FOREVER. IRAN IS THE QUEEN OF THE MIDDLE EAST NOT A SINGLE NATION NOR A GROUP OF ZIONIST NATIONS CAN CHANGE THIS.

[@arashlaalinia]

:-*

[@PplePOWER]

This is what it feels like to lose...do you feel that!!?? I know you can. I can smell the fear coming off of your reply. It'll be over soon and Iran will once again prevail as the peacekeepers of the world. The true Kingdom of the world. It'll be easier for you to get used to this now. Trust me, it will hurt less later ;)

[@nicoledang27]

Iran today is unfortunately a religious hub for Islamic terrorism. Your people are suffering under this corrupt Islamist regime.

[@PplePOWER]

Please do some deeper research before opening up your uneducated mouth. You have no clue. Learn some history. Then open up your eyes. People like you are the reason the world is as such...you act as if you know everything about world affairs and stand up against the exact causes that are bringing this world down to its knees. You're a scared little slave...the truth will be revealed soon enough.

[@a.hpourashraf6808]

agreed

[@siamakmoghadam5728]

Great interview , great answer ,

[@earthstrong7855]

Zarif is just like hitler, do you also think hitler gave great answers?

[@shaahinshaahim_tari8180]

we don't respond to that kind of language. well said

[@alibakhshandehbabersad856]

he is my man

[@TheME2DA2]

[@FarhanIshrakAhmedUchchash]

this is how a real leader speaks....hats off for his charisma!!👍👍

[@biglovehaha]

do american people envy to have FM like Zarif?! usa is back peddling, wake up usa

[@webenterir9072]

the day will come , when there will be no war. just peace!! US Government , don't prevent that day and stop starting conflicts with every country :|

[@ihs51]

My 2 cents worth ; the day will come if the American's stop the volunteering into the uniform groups and stop supporting Israel's aggression towards her neighbours.

[@robmitchell7570]

Blame the big banks that took us over after WW2!

[@modir007]

IH S rut

[@mrmateph729]

Trump, Pompeo, Bolton and others should learn from this man about statemanship.

[@nutboy2676]

Send this video to Trump.

[@DanielSadjadian]

He's too stupid to understand it.

[@punkk301]

this guy deserves a nobel

[@DanielSadjadian]

Imagine how much nicer the world would be, if American just minded its own damn business and stopped interfering with other countries.

[@earthstrong7855]

Imagine how much of a hellhole planet earth would be if America hadn't stepped in and protected the small and weak countries being opressed?

[@earthstrong7855]

@Rohit Thaosen Whichever one you hail from loser, do you realize how many Americans are killed protecting your way of life? Good luck with your autocratic dictators and extremists killing your women and children you unappreciative dummy. America gets criticized all the time but at the end of the day the yanks are legitimately doing the job the united nothing only talks of.

[@wazir.suqlain]

it was quite embarrassing to see that clearly on to the host losing his confidence on his way to face such an Aware and Eloquent man, with his childish 2nd hand questions given to him.

[@K_HPM]

Long live all supporters of peace and freedom , thank you mr zarif

[@Zebel_Khan]

just compare the way he is taking with president of USA! :D

[@craigdumas8152]

if trummpy. had half of this guy's brains and tact he WOULD BE ON THE WAY TO BEING GREAT, JUST GREAT. UNFORTUNATELY.....

[@a.hpourashraf6808]

funny there are many ads all over the internet with this title if u know trump's iq it will shock u haha the same thing about his son .:D

[@bramdean]

I do not see what Trump's IQ has to do with anything. What is it any way? I would guess it is the same as his shoe size (unless he cheated - which would no surprise me).

[@rastinkosha882]

The interviewer seems like a fool in front of him. 😆Zarif is so calm and wise.

[@empiresoftheeast203]

By world record Iran is the oldest country in the world. It is often referred to as the so called cradle of civilization. It has had countless empires that in their time were the largest established states in the world. It has been the richest, financially and culturally. It has been the strongest, military wise and with national pride. It has been the most hospitable. Its people love themselves and others to an extent unimaginable. The great light of the Aryans which originated in Iran. They will rise again.

[@ehfo]

he is well educated!!

[@navidgt]

god bless this man

[@violetta47]

Long live for Iran and Atomic Energi.....Love Iran Forever

[@user-dn2oi9fj8k]

We Iranians may not like the regime, but we certainly stand with the regime against the west if we have to, and are proud of Mr JAVAD ZARIF!

[@ajaypasricha9855]

Didn't watch the interview yet but let me just say that even though Iran still has major issues that it needs to address when it comes to its domestic situation, I must say that they would make the greatest ally for us in the Middle East if we allowed them to be.

[@yahyaasgharnia8455]

Oh dear lord ,Iran is not Iraq or Afghanistan DO NOT PLAy WITH TIGER BALLS !!!

[@mehadihasan6508]

this guy is a genius compared to Trump and the interviewer

[@khoda99]

Well done Mr Zarif,👍

[@thomashoward8023]

I am aware that Ms Adel Al Jubeir watch this video, she must learn some politics and personal manners from Dr Zarif.

[@thomashoward8023]

Al Jawad Sabano, I lost my hope in you, you are in absolute and utter darkness and full of hatred, you have lost all the basic requirements of being a human being, All I can do for you is Pray, we all pray for you this Sunday, May Lord Jesus Christ have Mercy on your soul, Amen.

[@ajwadsabano]

Yea, continue mumbling nonsense

[@thomashoward8023]

It is alright, I know you are a believer of Satan and demonic ideology of ' Wahabisem' but you are still loved by Jesus, and I will do pray for you and your family members this Sunday, you will be guided to truth and light soon. Lord Jesus Christ be with you

[@ahmadbelhaj1756]

very honest man

[@3sm1rost84]

Amazing, the journalist was trying so desperately to get some belligerent responses! He wanted so bad to create the headline out of nothing! And he failed so miserably!

[@mohali9457]

If it was up to me , I would ask people to vote for this guy for the presidency, BC he knows well about the different situations and possible solution to crisis here and there , also elaborated causes throughout the region and beyond politely and he is a smart politician in order to answer questions properly and respectfully without making any accusations !

[@shaenaazbalhorn8941]

Foreign Minister Javad Zarif is brilliant, answering every question logically, patiently, and with great eloquence. One doesn't find men of his calibre in American politics or the media which is so gutless and deceitful, it has sold its soul to the devil.

[@hansolo1935]

This is how a representative of a 5,000 year old civilization speaks. It has survived for that period of time it will survive the belligerence of a 200 year new comer.

[@shakamohamed5544]

I have so much repsect from javad zarif a very seasoned political diplomat highly skilled articulate and knows what he talks about in depth never i think he either says it as it is or does'nt make up excuses or half baked truths

[@marielarge265]

Very informative. Mr Zarif's standard of English and eloquence is superb

[@mzjango]

Impressive interview, far less fluff than i'm used to seeing from politicians here in the UK when giving interviews.

[@aryachris1908]

7 billion + people: we want peace Politicians: NO

[@kimhmwon3962]

Actually US don't have problem with Iran but Isreal have !!!!

[@bezlee8294]

If I were foreign Minister I would never answer to the question of these News channel and wasting my time

[@awannagannaful]

question behind every second question basically was: "how can get pick a fight with Iran and start another war? we are the media and we demand a war, it's good for ratings!"

[@mattyb808]

Sounds a lot smarter than TRUMP!!!

[@Blaster53]

After watching this and other videos involving Iranian politicians or business people it becomes very clear why USA and Israel joined with Gulf States except Qatar are full of hate against Iran. The difference between US and their stooges is absolutely staggering. Iranians are well manered, quiet, calm and collected and very, very intelligent people. USA politicians and business leaders as well as their vassals in other coalition countries are behaving as unruly imbeciles. Just listen to the high knowledge of English language of this Iranian Foreign Minister and compare with cowboy ugly and limited vocabulary of USA politicians and do not dare to draw any comparison with our German politicians as even worst farmer in Some remote mountains is better in handling language than they are. It is must for western politicians and USA in particular to hate Iranians as they are exposing of what kind of stuff our politicians are made - manure.

[@karlheinz2674]

Little did he know..

[@dino5236]

Affarin Zharif 🇮🇷❤️

[@cyrusrasti]

It's amazing that a non American speaks much better English than the interviewer.

[@arashlaalinia]

Long Life Zarif, Long life American people

[@Mojkolon]

This man right and honest,Trump learn how to talk and respect

[@bernigagnon1934]

no country is allowed to defend itself except america sick sick sick. leave iran alone leave syria alone leave iraq alone fix you own country, it desperately needs it

[@vincentrafiee9727]

14:50 ... that is what you americans need to understand! // Greetings from Iran

[@desertrose21359]

interesting, KZbin cut the message,

[@johnalex9004]

Khamenei Rahbar ❤

[@zakkhan4393]

Israel is a big player in this game

[@almaminervalealbenavides5889]

How much History must we study in order to reflect it in the way we must address the person, the rank, the Country he represents? Iran or Old Persia was an Empire more than 2 thousand years ago, Darius was worshipped in Egypt as a true King even before Alexander the Great burned down Persepolis. The Jews respect King Ciro when he defended them from Exile from Uruk. Even in Yale we can study history online.

[@identification133]

Spoken like a true politician - impressive interview. It goes to show that politicians understand issues at a different level. A smart, modern day Iranian, Javad Zarif, who is as good as making deals as Donald Trump of America. One can learn a lot from these guys.

[@joedesep4316]

I like to see someday these 2 countries back together in peace and harmony with no agenda or strings attached! It would be a better WORLD!:))))

[@mohammadchoobdar8302]

we like peace as much you like love from iran to US

[@aminlion4092]

Long live Iran

[@Ara-aositu]

love from Iran

[@mhuq4854]

GUYS Iran stopped trading oil in the US dollars with Europe. Why can't anyone see this?

[@murtazabank5103]

its time the world power understood that Iran's policy is based on equality, peace and justice.

[@noroozpour]

I am looking forward to a day that there are no borders and us, HUMANS, could live together in peace and we could all learn from history and just pass these silly differences. At the end of the day we all are living on this planet and neither Trump(s), Netanyahu(s), Putin(s), Mullas nor any other wanna be, have any other choice other than finding a way to work and live together. Let us all look forward to that day.

[@TheME2DA2]

mashallah behet khoda bara Iran negahet dare mard, mikhamet

[@zahrasaki1685]

Mr zarif we proud of you

[@qinby1182]

Just discarding who is right or wrong, it is very refreshing with ANYBODY talking without screaming AND use arguments and facts. Should also add for a journalist letting the interviewee answer the question guess he is fired now...

[@sayedaliarman471]

i think its time to leave the iranian people alone , they want to live prospourous live just like me . all americans dont feel like the government, how is it possible this man can speak english than trump

[@bboypepsi1045]

peace

[@wym5311]

Not this journalist! Why can't we just leave each other alone?

[@rajiboverseasltd3488]

All Muslim world should now help Bangladesh in military assistance. Bangladesh needs modern warriors (such as combat aircraft, attack helicopters and missiles) to prevent Myanmar.

[@cyrus2510]

Totally agree!

[@a.hpourashraf6808]

zarif smiles more than that guy, does he have something against zarif?:D

[@ihs51]

If not for the war industry and some greedy politicians, co-operation in many fields with Iran can bring prosperity and peace not only to the Middle East but to the world. Iran does not want a war with anyone but Iranian will defend herself just like the 1980 aggression of the Saddam regime helped by the Western powers.

[@raziabegum9176]

Who gave america the right to bull other countries. Y must they comply. Every nation should look out for its own interests. America ishypocrisy at its greatest

[@shahinrab]

That awkward moment when your presumed greatest enemy speaks your language better than your president...

[@elina-world]

I personally think, that every human being in the world recognise the good from bad and if things are presented to them without manipulation then the world would be a very different place, a better place actually but unfortunately this is not the case hence why Iran with no history of violence is presented as the bad guys.

[@desertrose21359]

Iranian are intelligent people, sadly, Common sense is not so common. in Trump administration,

[@andyvasvari4874]

Nem olcsóbb a telek ha alatta van urán? Akkor nem telek hanem télak

[@sferris33]

victims of aggression? Anyone remember the Iran Hostage situation

[@sferris33]

Ok. Then you won't mind more sanctions

[@Larssos]

Thank you GoldenHawk93.

[@Larssos]

Please do not call any people inhumane or primitive. It is the U.S. government which has acted foolishly and inhumane, while many of the millions of US citizens remain ignorant yet innocent.

[@surushs.447]

No one mind more sanctions, it makes them stronger and independent of leeches

[@jackryder5683]

Stephen Ferris what is Trump going to do with ran/USA relations? according to history: USA put shah in Iran (which killed lots of people) USA backed Iraq against iran and also gave (saddam) Iraq Chemicalweapons to use it against Iran (and killed lots of people). USA shoot down an Iranian passangerjet (and killed around 300 people). USA froze Iranian money (150B) and sanctioned Iran for years. the only thing that Iran did was keeping 52 americans as hostage for 444 days to get Shah back to execute him. and shah brought like 50B of wealth with him self outside of Iran which belongs to Iran aswell. After reading this, I'm pretty sure you don't expect Iranian people chanting love from Iran. otherwise visit a doctor. And I'm pretty sure the "victims of aggression..." are not gonna let things happen to them..

[@victorriverside6779]

The interviewer isn't breaking out this time on his upper lip, on other videos with him, he got herpees

[@ItsAzizable]

the way to deal with iran is only through respect and not through aggression and hostility the language of zionist isreal. if an attack on iran was feasible then it would have occurred many years ago, so since its not in anyone's favor lets just all be friends.

[@robinhood1969phonykingssuck]

Our bases are surrounding Iran! They have zero bases on our soil! Ugh Btw stop the NCLBA!! Youve got the oil, weve got the weapons! Erf

[@dayak758]

He answered properly by diplomatic relation word. To address this, the history would know you well sir. Best regard Indonesia

[@XerxestheGreat1]

28:47 looooolll

[@_naeimi6751]

viva zarif

[@zozodolewin2479]

if i was zaref i never talk to this fake newes

[@pioneercolonel]

He speaks English, bigly!

[@mohammadrezaei6857]

Bruh

[@puhra]

This guy is our Spy, don't disturb him.

[@davidwadsworth8982]

Mike Stoner, teacher lied to you many many times.

[@mahtabgolshanebrahimi494]

PAYANDE IRAN ZAMIN🌼🌸🌼💋💋💋❤❤🍓🍓🌹🌺🌺...My son in law is a American..Så Gud bless USA too.

[@puhra]

Believe it or not, he his our spy. leave him alone.

[@desertrose21359]

Iranian are intelligent people, but Common sense is not so common. in tramp administration

[@kayleaanderson1154]

Like how he smiles about it.liars

[@puhra]

This guy held USA passport, he dare not say anything aginst USA. :-) :-), he was educated in Berkeley, and San Francisco,

[@georgiojansen7758]

nice talking persons are the ones who can easily screw you over