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Iran Slams West for Meddling in Execution of Terrorists
Iran has denounced the West's stance regarding the execution of a number of terrorists in the Islamic Republic, calling it blatant interference in the country’s domestic affairs.
No Difference between US Democrats, Republicans: Iran’s Velayati
Head of the Strategic Research Center of Iran's Expediency Council Ali Akbar Velayati shrugged off the outcome of the upcoming elections in the US, saying that in terms of policies against Iran, there is no difference between the candidates of Democrats and Republicans.
Putin Renews Vow to Give Iran $2.5bn of Loans
Russia says it is still committed to a pledge it has already made to grant two loans worth $2.5 billion to Iran.
Iran’s Foreign Ministry Seriously Pursuing Mina Tragedy Case: Spokesman
Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi assured the families of victims of last year’s deadly crush in Saudi Arabia’s Mina that the ministry is striving to restore the rights of the families through political and legal channels.
Iran Dismisses Allegation of Arms Delivery to Yemen
Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman on Wednesday denied the allegation made by his British counterpart that Tehran sends arms to Yemen.
Azerbaijan Hails Growing Ties with Iran
The Republic of Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev described an upcoming visit to Baku by his Iranian counterpart as a sign of amicable and growing relations between the two Muslim neighbors.
Intelligence Ministry Details Terrorist Group’s Crimes in West of Iran
Iran’s Intelligence Ministry released some details on the so-called Toheed and Jihad Takfiri terrorist group, 102 of whose members and supporters have been arrested, killed in exchange of fire or sentenced to death for a litany of terrorist activities.
Iran to Build 800 Power Plants: Deputy Minister
An Iranian deputy energy minister said the country plans to develop over 800 power plant projects in the coming years.
Islamic Human Rights Award 2016 Jointly Goes to Bahrain’s Cleric, IHRC Co-Founder
Bahrain’s top Shiite cleric Sheikh Issa Qassim and the co-founder of the London-based Islamic Human Rights Commission (IHRC), Arzu Merali, were jointly granted the International Islamic Human Rights Award 2016 on Wednesday.
Iran’s Judiciary Chief Proposes Debates with Europe on Human Rights
Iran’s Judiciary Chief Ayatollah Sadeq Amoli Larijani proposed that the Islamic Republic and Europe can begin discussions about human rights, provided that Iran would also have the chance to question the shortcomings of Europeans regarding human rights.
UN Betrayed Yemeni Children by De-Listing Saudi Arabia: Iran
Iran says the United Nations’ decision to temporarily reverse the blacklisting of Saudi Arabia for killing Yemeni children amounts to a betrayal of the defenceless minors.
Saudi Arabia Asked Abbas to Meet MKO Ringleader, Palestinian Source Says
An informed Palestinian source said a recent meeting between Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas and head of the anti-Iran terrorist Mojahedin-e Khalq Organization (MKO) has been held at the request of Saudi Arabia.
P5+1 Not Fully Abiding by JCPOA: Rouhani
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the P5+1 group of countries is not fully carrying out its obligations under the nuclear deal with the Islamic Republic.
Int’l Army Games 2016: Iran Ranks 1st in Suvorov Attack
Iranian servicemen attending the International Army Games in Russia finished first in their group in the 1st round of the Suvorov attack event, held on Tuesday morning.
US Allows South Korea to Do Iran Trade In Euros: Report
South Korean companies will be able to carry out business with Iran in euros as early as next month, enabling the Asian country to cash in on new opportunities from lifting of sanctions on Tehran.
Ukraine Ambassador Pledges Push to Lift Visa Requirements for Iranians
Ukraine’s Ambassador to Tehran Sergei Buldiliak said he is going to use his experience as a diplomat in charge of handling consular affairs to ease the visa restrictions for the Iranians traveling to Ukraine.
Blazes in Iran’s Petchem Plants Caused by Lack of Funding for HSE: Zanganeh
Iranian Oil Minister Bijan Namdar Zanganeh said the main reason behind recent blazes at a number of petrochemical complexes in the country is the failure of some private companies to provide funding for Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) parameters.
Iranian Flag Raised in Rio’s Olympic Village
Iran's national anthem was played and the country's flag raised in a ceremony held in Rio de Janeiro.
Iran’s Army Unveils Jamming Drone
The Iranian Army Ground Force on Monday unveiled a homegrown Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) used for jamming and deception operations.
Iran Self-Sufficient in Gas Industry: Minister
Minister of Industries, Mines and Trade Mohammad-Reza Nematzadeh said on Monday, August 1, that the Iranian gas industry is now fully indigenous as the majority of its equipment is made inside the country.
CNG Supplies Earmarked for Chabahar Power Plant: NIGC
Managing Director of National Iranian Gas Company Hamid-Reza Araqi said the NIGC will supply Chabahar Power Plant with compressed natural gas (CNG).
Senior Iranian MP in Beirut for Talks
Chairman of the Iranian Parliament's National Security and Foreign Policy Commission Alaeddin Boroujerdi arrived in Beirut on Monday to hold talks with senior Lebanese officials.
240 Foreign Oil Tankers Berth at Iran’s Kharg Island since JCPOA Enforcement: Official
The general manager of Bushehr Province Department of Ports and Maritime Organization said some 240 foreign oil supertankers have so far docked at Iran’s southern Kharg oil terminal since the implementation of a lasting nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers.
Navy’s 42nd Flotilla Saves 7 Iranian Sailors in Indian Ocean
The Iranian Navy’s 42nd flotilla of warships rescued seven sailors aboard a vessel that had been adrift in the northern Indian Ocean for two weeks, a high-ranking Navy official announced.
Iran Supports Any Solution Chosen by Syrians: Deputy FM
A senior Iranian official has reiterated the Islamic Republic’s support for any solution chosen by Syrians to solve the five-year crisis in the Arab country.
