The statement came 10 days after Turkish intelligence revealed that it stopped an Iranian attack against a number of Israeli tourists.

The student also alleged that the university has created and fostered a “rape cover-up culture.”

By backing Ankara, Tehran expects it will have free rein in southern Syria to threaten Israel.

The Diaspora Affairs Minister has also established a "special unit for Jewish renewal."

The remains of five marble statues have been rescued from anonymity and placed standing using a special frame between the southern portion of the basilica and the odeon, a small covered theater.

At its state convention, the North Carolina Democratic Party adopted resolutions highly critical of Israel, including the accusation that it was committing apartheid and violating Palestinian rights.

Unemployment is at a two-year low of 3.6%, about the same as in the United States but less than the 6.8% average in the European Union countries and the 5% rate in the OECD.

Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson said that Iran's membership in the BRICS group "would result in added values for both sides."