Iran lawmakers urge full removal of sanctions

Iranian MPs have asked for the lifting of all sanctions immediately after the conclusion of a final nuclear deal with P5+1, calling on the nuclear team not to accept any restrictions on enrichment and research activities related to nuclear fuel cycle.

Iran slams EU’s fresh bans against Iranian institutions, companies

Tehran has blasted the imposition by the European Union of fresh sanctions on some Iranian companies and institutes, saying it contradicts the purpose of the ongoing nuclear talks.

Iran resolute on final deal based on full nuclear rights: Iran’s FM

Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Iran resolutely seeks a final deal with P5+1, adding such a deal should protect Iran's nuclear rights.

We are determined to preserve our rights in nuclear talks: Iranian MP

Alaeddin Boroujerdi, an Iranian MP, weighs in on different aspects of Iran’s nuclear program prior to a November 24 deadline.

Leader lauds Maliki efforts to promote Iraq stability

Islamic Revolution Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has said Nouri al-Maliki has done a good job in boosting Iraq's independence and stability.

Iran has refuted the claim that it denied four British MPs a visit to Iran

Reports that Iran has stopped four British parliamentarians from paying a visit to Tehran are baseless.

Iran rejects US think tank claim on nuclear activities

Iran has not breached the terms of the November 2013 interim nuclear deal.

Iran to continue uranium enrichment: Iranian top negotiator

Nuclear talks will focus on the level and capacity of uranium enrichment; Iran will carry on enrichment as it was agreed on by both sides.

Sanctions failed to yield intended results: Iran’s FM

Iran's Mohammad Javad Zarif says that sanctions against Iran have not produced good results for the imposing countries.

Germany Hopeful about Iran-P5+1 Final Deal by Nov. 24

German Foreign Ministry Spokesman Martin Schaefer highlighted his country’s sheer determination and hope to clinch a final deal with Iran by a November 24 deadline.

Russia: Iran, P5+1 determined to reach nuclear deal

Russia says that Iran and the P5+1 are determined to arrive at a final nuclear deal by November 24.

US to pursue final Iran-P5+1 nuclear deal

Washington says it is determined to work toward a final nuclear deal between Iran and P5+1 before November 24.

European diplomats urge Iran-P5+1 deal by deadline

A host of European diplomats have urged Iran and P5+1 to finalize a nuclear deal before November 24.

Iran censures terrorist attack against Shiite mourners in Saudi Arabia

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokeswoman, Marzieh Afkham, has denounced an attack on Shiite Muslims on Ashura, asking Saudi officials to identify and punish those behind the terrorist attack in the country.

Shia Muslims hold rituals to mark Karbala tragedy

Millions of Shia Muslims around the world annually commemorate the great tragedy of Karbala with various forms of traditional ceremonies.

Germany welcomes environmental cooperation with Iran

Iran and Germany set the stage for closer environmental cooperation.

Iran condemns mass execution of Iraqi Sunnis by ISIL

The Iranian Foreign Ministry condemns the massacre of Iraqi Sunnis at the hands of ISIL terrorists.

Iran serious to reach nuclear agreement with Sextet

The Iranian foreign minister says that the Islamic Republic seriously follows efforts to work out a final nuclear deal with P5+1.

Iran favors nuclear agreement by Nov. deadline

Ali Akbar Velayati, an advisor to the Supreme Leader, says Iran supports efforts for a final nuclear deal with P5+1 by the November 24 deadline.

Iran Arrests Zahedan Police Killers

Crime investigation into the murder of two police officers killed in 2013 in Sistan and Balouchestan Province resulted in the arrest of terrorists.

White House gets hacked; Obama office kept in the dark

Hackers target the White House’s computer system, triggering a temporary power cut at the Oval Office.

Iran censures Israel’s desecration of al-Aqsa Mosque

Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman, Marzieh Afkham, has blasted Israeli closure of the al-Aqsa Mosque, urging regional nations not to remain silent.

Mideast extremism rooted in foreign meddling

Iran’s foreign minister says that outside interference is to blame for the extremism and terrorism the Middle East is grappling with.

Zarif, Kerry, Ashton to meet in Oman in early November

A meeting is expected to be held between Iran’s Zarif, US Secretary of State John Kerry and EU’s Ashton in Muscat on November 9-10 to discuss a comprehensive final deal on Iran’s nuclear program.

Iran urges joint efforts to fight terrorism, extremism

Iran says to fight terrorism and extremism all countries, regional nations in particular, should cooperate.

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