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Iran threatens retaliation against IAEA, Europe if resolution is passed

The Spokesman for Iran's Atomic Energy Organization, emphasized that if the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) issues a resolution against Tehran, the Islamic Republic will take positions against both the three European countries and the Agency itself. 

Iran: Next round of negotiations with US will be held on Sunday in Oman

Iran announced that the next round of indirect talks with the United States will be held on Sunday in Oman’s capital city, Muscat.

IAEA chief claims Israeli attack could drive Iran to seek nuclear weapons

The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Grossi, has warned that an Israeli attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities could push Tehran closer to developing nuclear weapons as indirect negotiations between the United States and the Islamic Republic continue through Omani mediation.

Ex-Iranian envoy to USSR: Russia may exploit Iran-U.S. talks to advance own interests

Naematollah Izadi, Iran’s last ambassador to the Soviet Union, expressed deep reservations about Russia’s possible involvement in Iran-U.S. negotiations, warning that Moscow may attempt to leverage the situation for its own geopolitical gains—particularly with respect to the Ukraine conflict.

IRGC chief says new docs to enhance accuracy of Iran’s missiles vs. Israeli targets

The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Major General Hossein Salami has stated that the large trove of sensitive Israeli documents that the Intelligence Ministry of Iran has obtained recently will serve to improve the accuracy of the Iranian missiles in any strike on Israel.

Iran is involved in Gaza hostage talks: Trump

U.S. President Donald Trump has stated that Iran is involved in negotiations aimed at arranging a ceasefire-for-hostages agreement between Israel and Hamas.

Deputy FM: Iran’s response to US proposal logical

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Political  Affairs, Majid Takht-Ravanchi, says Iran’s response to a recent US proposal is being finalized.

Gaza health system ‘extremely fragile’ as aid point killings raise: ICRC

The healthcare system in the Gaza Strip is “extremely fragile” amid the ongoing Israeli war, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has warned.

IAEA says Iran obtaining agency’s documents is ‘bad’, shows poor collaboration

Tehran's acquisition of confidential United Nations nuclear watchdog documents is a 'bad' step that goes against the spirit of cooperation that should exist between the organization and Iran, its chief Rafael Grossi said on Monday.

Ukraine says Russia launched biggest drone attack since onset of war

Russia hit Ukraine overnight with its largest drone attack since the start of the war, causing some damage at a military airfield in the west of the country that was one of its main targets, the Ukrainian air force announced on Monday.

Senior Iranian cleric Kazem Seddighi confirms son’s arrest under judicial order

Prominent Iranian cleric Kazem Seddighi has confirmed that his son was arrested about a week ago following a judicial order and remains in custody as legal proceedings continue.

NATO urges 400% increase in air defenses to counter Russia: Bloomberg

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has called on alliance members to deliver a "quantum leap" in defense investment as the threat from Russia persists, Bloomberg reported.

Ukraine planned drone attack on Russian ships in Asia: Washington Post

Ukraine had planned to target Russian warships in the Asia-Pacific region using drones, in a similar way to how it previously attacked airbases that host Moscow’s strategic bombers, according to a report by the Washington Post.

US travel ban barring citizens from 12 countries, including Iran, goes into effect

President Donald Trump’s new travel ban on citizens from a dozen countries, mainly in Africa and the Middle East, went into effect at 12 a.m. on Monday, more than eight years after his first such ban sparked chaos, confusion, and months of legal battles

New Russia sanctions bill ‘on hold’ over White House’s stance: Bloomberg

The latest drive in the US Congress for more sanctions on Moscow, spearheaded by Senator Lindsay Graham, is now stalled due to President Donald Trump’s opposition, Bloomberg reported.

Tasnim: Iran to respond to US nuclear proposal soon

Iran is expected to deliver its official response to a recent US proposal for a potential nuclear agreement within the next two days, sources familiar with the matter said on Monday.

Iran spox: Europe’s involvement in Israel military nuclear program certain

Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson, Esmail Baqaei, says that based on obtained documents, a number of European countries have had definite involvement in the Israeli regime’s military nuclear program.

Iran warns it will take retaliatory measures if IAEA adopts resolution

An Iranian official has warned that the Islamic Republic will take retaliatory measures if the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) adopts a resolution against Tehran in the Monday session of its Board of Governors.

Russia warns against anti-Iran resolution at IAEA board meeting

Russia’s permanent representative to international organizations in Vienna has warned the European states about the consequences of pushing an anti-Tehran resolution during the upcoming Board of Governors meeting of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

Iran atomic chief defends nuclear fuel production amid international scrutiny

The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), Mohammad Eslami, reaffirmed the country’s commitment to its nuclear program, insisting that fuel production is a fundamental right and necessity for peaceful applications, including power generation, medicine, and scientific research.

Iranian translator, historian Bijan Ashtari dies at 64

Bijan Ashtari, renowned Iranian translator, writer, and film critic, passed away at his home on Sunday at the age of 64.

Israeli soldiers seize Gaza aid boat

Israeli soldiers have taken command of a charity vessel that had tried to break a naval blockade of the Gaza Strip and the boat with its crew of 12 including activist Greta Thunberg is now heading to a port in Israel.

Gaza aid sites branded ‘human slaughterhouses’ under deadly Israeli army fire

At least 13 Palestinians have been killed and more than 150 injured after Israeli soldiers and American security contractors opened fire on crowds waiting for food near two aid distribution sites in the Gaza Strip, one east of Rafah and another near the Wadi Gaza Bridge.

US expects Russia’s retaliation for Ukraine’s “Spiderweb” military operation to resume soon: Reuters

The United States believes Russia has not yet fully responded to Ukraine's military operation Spiderweb and may soon launch another large-scale, multi-pronged strike following the recent massive raid, Reuters has reported, citing unnamed U.S. officials.

Iran’s Olfati wins historic gold at Asian Gymnastics Championships

Iranian gymnast Mehdi Olfati claimed a historic gold medal in the vault final at the Asian Gymnastics Championships, scoring 14.500 and outperforming Olympic and world champions from China and the Philippines.