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Bahrain Court Dissolves Main Opposition Group Al-Wefaq
A court in Bahrain has dissolved the country’s main Shiite opposition group, the al-Wefaq National Islamic Society, almost a month after the regime suspended its activities.
Coup, Terrorism Two Sides of Same Coin: Iranian Diplomat
A former Iranian deputy foreign minister slammed acts of terrorism and coups as two sides of the same coin that is targeting regional security and stability.
Iran Strongly Opposed to Coup Against Erdogan Government: Leader Aide
A senior advisor to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has reiterated Iran’s vehement opposition to any use of force to topple democratically-elected governments, particularly the recent abortive coup attempt in Turkey.
Iran’s Larijani Hails Victory of Democracy in Turkey
Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani has hailed the victory of democracy and national will over "a desperate bid" in Turkey to topple the country’s government through an military coup.
Top Iranian Official Highlights Security along Borders after Turkey Coup
Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Shamkhani gave an assurance that the country’s common border with Turkey remains secure after an abortive military coup caused turmoil in the neighbouring country.
Iran Backs Democratically Elected Gov’t in Turkey: Spokesman
Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman voiced Tehran’s support for the democratically-elected government of Turkey after an abortive military coup created chaos in the neighbouring country.
Iranian and Turkish FMs Hold 3rd Phone Conversation after Turkey’s Failed Coup
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and his Turkish counterpart Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu spoke by phone for the third time on Saturday to discuss the latest developments in the wake of a midnight, abortive military coup in Turkey.
Iran’s Empty Flights to Fetch Nationals from Turkey
Iran’s Civil Aviation Organization (CAO) has permitted the country’s airlines to dispatch empty flights to Turkey for bringing back Iranian travellers stranded there after an attempted military coup caused turmoil in the neighbouring country, an official announced.
Iranian and Turkish FMs in Contact after Attempted Coup in Turkey
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has made a number of calls to his Turkish counterpart Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu to get updates on the situation after a midnight coup in Turkey, an Iranian spokesperson announced.
Official Denies Iranian Jets Deployment to Tabriz after Turkey Coup
A ranking security official in Iran’s province of East Azarbaijan quashed rumors that the Air Force has dispatched its rapid reaction fighter jets from different bases to the province’s capital, Tabriz, amid chaotic situation in neighboring Turkey following an attempted coup.
US Report Hints at Saudi Involvement in 9/11 Attacks
The US government has released 28 pages of a congressional report on the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, which show the Saudi government may have had a hand in the attacks.
Iran Able to Cause Irreparable Damage to S. Arabia If Needed: IRGC Navy Commander
Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy Rear Admiral Ali Fadavi downplayed Riyadh's capability to threaten Iran militarily, and stressed that Tehran is able to strike heavy blows at Saudi Arabia if necessary.
Turkish Coup Bid Crumbles as Crowds Answer Call to Streets, Erdoğan Returns
An attempted Turkish military coup appeared to crumble in the early hours of Saturday, July 16, after crowds answered Turkish President Tayyip Erdoğan's call to take to the streets to support him.
Turkey Army Says Has Taken Power Over Country
The Turkish army says it has taken power over the country and that the rule of law must remain a priority.
Iran Condemns Terrorist Attack in France’s Nice
Iran’s Foreign Ministry strongly condemned a Thursday night terrorist attack in France’s Nice, where a truck loaded with weapons and hand grenades plowed through a crowd celebrating Bastille Day and killing at least 90 people.
Iran Summons Egyptian Envoy over MPs Presence in MKO Rally
Iran has summoned the caretaker of Egypt's Interests Section in Tehran over the presence of several Egyptian parliamentarians in a rally held recently by the terrorist Mujahedin-e Khalq Organization (MKO).
Iran, Russia, Azerbaijan Presidents to Meet in Baku Next Month: Deputy FM
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Asian and Pacific Affairs Ebrahim Rahimpour said the presidents of Iran, Russia and the Republic of Azerbaijan are expected to meet in Baku on August 8.
President Felicitates Montenegro on National Day
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani in a message on Wednesday, July 13, congratulated his Montenegrin counterpart President Filip Vujanovic on the country’s National Day.
Iran’s Oil Output at Highest Level in 5 Years
The latest market figures show that Iran’s oil production has already hit the highest level in the past five years – what could mark a major achievement for the country only months after the removal of sanctions in January.
Meeting of Iran’s Central Bank, US Treasury, and Int’l Banks Postponed
A meeting between officials from the Central Bank of Iran (CBI), the US Treasury and international banks in London to discuss banking restrictions on trade with Iran despite a lasting nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers has been delayed, the British government said.
Iran Summons French Ambassador over MKO Meeting
Iran’s Foreign Ministry summoned the French ambassador on Tuesday, July 12, to voice its protest about a meeting held in Paris by the terrorist Mojahedin-e Khalq Organization (MKO).
Iranian Commander Urges Preventive Action on Bioterrorism
Head of Iran’s Civil Defence Organization Brigadier General Gholam-Reza Jalali called for measures to ward off bioterrorist attacks and protect senior Iranian officials from falling victim to such plots, a lawmaker said.
Differences Narrowing among Caspian States, Iran’s FM Says
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, who is in Kazakhstan for a meeting of the foreign ministers of the Caspian Sea littoral states, said the Caspian countries have reached a consensus on many topics, but noted that a number of issues still remain to be settled.
Iraq to Employ New Bomb Detection Equipment
Following recent deadly bombings that ripped through Baghdad, Iraq’s security forces are going to utilize new vehicles and devices to detect bombs and weapons.
US Has Failed to Honour Its JCPOA Commitments: Velayati
A senior adviser to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the US has failed to carry out its obligations under Iran’s nuclear deal with the group of world powers.
