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Tributes, Condolences Pour in Following Gen. Soleimani’s Assassination
Top diplomats and government officials from regional countries have expressed condolences over the passing away of IRGC Quds Force Commander Major General Qassem Soleimani, who was assassinated in an American drone strike in Iraq.
Qatar FM Meets Zarif in Tehran to Discuss De-Escalation
Foreign Minister of Qatar has voiced concern about the escalation of regional tensions following the US assassination of the IRGC Quds Force commander in Iraq, calling for the peaceful settlement of the conflicts during his trip to Tehran.
‘Iran Not to Give Hasty Response to US Killing of Gen. Soleimani’
If a war breaks out between Iran and the United States, it would be the Americans that would suffer serious harm, said a senior Iranian military spokesman, adding that Iran is not going to give a hasty response to the US killing of General Qassem Soleimani.
US to Face Consequences of Soleimani Assassination: Iran President
President of Iran Hassan Rouhani says the US will have to face the consequences of assassinating IRGC Quds Force Commander Major General Qassem Soleimani, noting that such US crime will go down in history.
Thousands in Iraq Attend General Soleimani’s Funeral
A massive mourning procession is being held in Iraq for two top military figures assassinated in a US strike in the Iraqi capital, Baghdad.
‘Iran to Avenge Gen. Soleimani’s Assassination at Any Time Advisable’
Iran’s foreign minister says the country will respond to the US over the assassination of top General Qassem Soleimani at whatever time and in any manner that Tehran deems advisable.
FM Zarif Pledges Cooperation with New IRGC Quds Force Chief
Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Javad Zarif has pledged that his ministry will keep working in collaboration with the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Quds Force and its new commander.
IRGC Rejects US Call for Proportional Response, Promises Severe Revenge for Gen. Soleimani
A senior Iranian military official says the United States should be awaiting severe revenge for the assassination of top Iranian commander Qassem Soleimani.
Iran Condemns Germany’s Backing for US Brutal, Illegal Actions
Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman has condemned supportive positions attributed to the German government regarding the US assassination of senior Iranian military commander General Qassem Soleimani.
FM Zarif, UN Chief Hold Phone Talks over Gen. Soleimani’s Assassination
Iran’s foreign minister has talked over the phone with the United Nations secretary general over the US assassination of top Iranian general, Qassem Soleimani.
Iran’s SNSC Slams Strike on Soleimani as US’ Biggest Strategic Mistake in Middle East
Iran’s Supreme National Security Council has denounced the assassination of IRGC Quds Force Commander Major General Qassem Soleimani as the biggest strategic mistake that Washington has made in West Asia.
Ayatollah Khamenei Appoints Gen. Qa’ani as New Quds Force Chief
Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has appointed a new commander to replace Major General Qassem Soleimani who was assassinated in a US airstrike in Baghdad in the early hours of Friday.
Spokesman: Response to Gen. Soleimani’s Assassination Not Too Far
The spokesperson for the Iranian administration says the US would receive a “harsh response” to the assassination of IRGC Quds Force Commander Major General Qassem Soleimani in not-too-distant future.
Armed Forces General Staff Vows Tough Retaliation for Gen. Soleimani’s Assassination
The General Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces has warned the elements behind the assassination of IRGC Quds Force Commander Major General Qassem Soleimani to await a “harsh and regrettable” revenge.
US’ Momentary Joy over Soleimani’s Assassination Not to Last Long: IRGC
The spokesperson for the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps has reminded the Americans that their pleasure after assassinating IRGC Quds Force Commander Major General Qassem Soleimani will be short-lived, warning that their jubilation will soon turn into lamentation.
Iran Envoy to Baghdad Gives Details of Gen. Soleimani’s Assassination
Iranian ambassador to Baghdad, Iraj Masjedi, has given details of the US attack that killed IRGC Quds Force Commander Major General Qassem Soleimani early Friday.
Iran Army Chief: Soleimani’s Death Not to Remain Unanswered
Iran’s Army Commander Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi has cautioned the US that the brutal assassination of IRGC Quds Force Commander Major General Qassem Soleimani will not remain unanswered.
US Will Get ‘Crushing’ Response for Assassination of Soleimani: Iran DM
Defence Minister of Iran Brigadier General Amir Hatami has made it clear for the United States that it will have to receive a crushing response for the assassination of IRGC Quds Force Commander Major General Qassem Soleimani.
Iran, Other Regional Nations to Avenge Gen. Soleimani’s Death: Rouhani
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the Iranian nation and other freedom-seeking nations of the region will take revenge against the US for assassinating IRGC Quds Force Commander Major General Qassem Soleimani.
Iran Leader Says US Must Await Hard Revenge over Soleimani’s Assassination
Leader of Iran's Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says a vigorous revenge awaits those who assassinated IRGC Quds Force Commander Major General Qassem Soleimani.
Iran’s Security Council to Hold Emergency Meeting on Soleimani’s Assassination
The Supreme National Security Council of Iran will hold an emergency meeting in coming hours to discuss the US’ criminal assassination of IRGC Quds Force Commander Major General Qassem Soleimani.
US to Be Held Accountable for Assassination of Gen. Soleimani: Zarif
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has strongly condemned the US forces’ terrorist and criminal move to assassinate IRGC Quds Force Commander Major General Qassem Soleimani, vowing to hold the US accountable for the heinous crime.
Commander of IRGC’s Quds Force Killed in US Attack in Iraq
Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has confirmed that commander of its Quds Force Major General Qassem Soleimani has been killed in a U-S attack in Iraq.
Iran Exports $146m Worth of Handicrafts in 8 Months
Iran has exported $146 million worth of handicrafts from mid-March to mid-November 2019, mainly to the Persian Gulf countries and Iraq, said a top Iranian official.
A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on January 2
IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Thursday, January 2, 2020, and picked headlines from 8 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.