Iran Hopes Biden Administration Will Return US to Path of Law

Iran’s first vice president has expressed hope the new US administration will return his country to the path of logic and law.

US’ True Colours Further Revealed during Trump’s Tenure: Iran

A senior Iranian official says the true nature of the US Establishment further came to light during the rule of President Donald Trump.

Iran Can Easily Enrich Uranium Up to 90 Percent: Spokesman

Spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says the country has the capacity to enrich uranium up to the purity level of 90 percent.

Iran’s COVID-19 Fatalities Rise to 56,000: Ministry

Iran's Health Ministry has confirmed 103 new deaths caused by the novel coronavirus in the past 24 hours, increasing the overall death toll to 55,933.

Probe Still Underway into Ukrainian Plane Crash: Tehran Prosecutor

The Tehran military prosecutor says legal proceedings are underway into the downing of the Ukrainian plane on January 8, 2020, and one person is still under arrest.

Tehran’s Old Alleys Get New ‘Colourful’ Life

The 'Colourful Alley' is a project that seeks to breathe new life into the old alleys of the Iranian capital Tehran in collaboration with local residents.

Capitol Siege Proves Weakness of Western Democracy: Rouhani

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says what happened in the US Capitol Hill on Wednesday night proved how “weak” and “floppy” the Western democracy is.

IRGC Blames Ukrainian Plane Disaster on US Adventurism

The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps has paid tribute to the victims of a Ukrainian jetliner that went down near Tehran a year ago, blaming the air disaster on the US government’s terrorist-style adventurism.

Iran Condemns ‘Unfounded’ Accusations Raised in GCC Statement

Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman condemned unfounded and hackneyed accusations levelled against Tehran in the text of a statement issued at a meeting of heads of state of the Persian Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).

Range of Iranian Suicide Drones Upgraded to 4,000km: Army General

A senior Iranian Army general claims the country has managed to increase the range of its homegrown suicide drones to 4,000 kilometres.

New Coronavirus Deaths in Iran Slip to Lowest Since Mid-June

Iran has confirmed 82 new deaths caused by the novel coronavirus in the past 24 hours, the lowest figure since June 15, 2020, increasing the overall death toll to 55,830.

Iran to Welcome Biden’s Return to Rule of Law: Rouhani

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says Tehran will welcome it if the incoming administration of US President-elect Joe Biden would choose to return to the rule of law and comply with its commitments under the 2015 nuclear deal with Iran.

Iran Ratifies Act on Tackling Online Fake News, Disinformation

The Iranian Supreme Council of Cyberspace has ratified a document that imposes requirements to prevent and counter fake news and erroneous information in the virtual space.

Iran Says War Unlikely, but Will Respond Firmly If US Triggers One

The Iranian government spokesman says a war between Tehran and Washington is very unlikely, but the Islamic Republic will firmly safeguard its interests should the US make a mistake and wage a war against Iran.

US Sentenced to Paying Damages to Iranians Harmed by Its Crimes

Iran’s Judiciary spokesman says Iranian courts are reviewing lawsuits filed by Iranian citizens harmed by US criminal acts, and have already sentenced the US to pay at least $1 billion to the Iranian victims.

Iran Urges Seoul to Behave ‘Responsibly’ over Seizure of Korean Tanker

The Iranian foreign ministry spokesman has called on Seoul to behave rationally and responsibly in dealing with Tehran’s seizure of a South Korean vessel due to technical issues.

Zarif Hails Qatar’s Resistance, Urges Concerted Action for Strong Region

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has lauded Qatar for its brave struggle against extortion following restoration of ties between four Arab states and Doha after years, calling on the Arab neighbours to take Iran’s offer for a strong region.

Iran Finalizes First Prepayment for COVAX Vaccine: CBI Chief

Governor of the Central Bank of Iran has unveiled plans for the purchase of 16.8 million doses of coronavirus vaccine through the World Health Organization's COVAX programme after the first prepayment was made in cooperation with two Iranian and three European banks.

Iran Says Can Produce Up to 9kg of 20%-Enriched Uranium per Month

Iran’s atomic chief says the country is capable of producing 8 to 9 kilogrammes of 20%-enriched uranium per month.

First Case of Mutated Coronavirus Strain Identified in Iran: Minister

The Iranian Minister of Health has confirmed the detection in Iran of the first case of a new strain of coronavirus, which was first identified in the UK.

Daily Surge in Iran’s COVID-19 Fatalities Down to Lowest in Six Months

Iran has confirmed 98 new deaths caused by the novel coronavirus in the past 24 hours, the lowest figure since June 20, 2020, increasing the overall death toll to 55,748.

Iran Capable of Enriching Uranium Up to 40-60 Percent: Spokesman

Spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Behrouz Kamalvandi says the country has the ability to enrich uranium up to 40 to 60 percent.

Iran Denies Holding South Korean Vessel ‘Hostage’, Calls Seoul ‘Hostage-Taker’

Iranian Government Spokesman Ali Rabiei has dismissed the allegations that Iran is holding hostage the South Korean vessel seized in its southern waters, saying if there is any hostage-taker, it’s the Seoul government which has frozen $7 billion in Iranian funds.

President Rouhani Highlights Efforts to Facilitate Investment in Iran

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has highlighted his administration’s strategy to facilitate investment activities to neutralize the US sanctions and achieve the resistance economy goals.

Iran Draws Up Timetable for Distribution of COVID-19 Vaccine

A senior Iranian official says the Health Ministry has drawn up a timetable for distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine, based on which the inoculation of top-priority groups will begin in the coming weeks.

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