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IRGC Commander: US Base in Northern Iraq No Threat to Iran

Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Mohammad Ali Jafari downplayed enemies' war rhetoric against Tehran, and said the US military base in Northern Iraq is not considered a threat to Iran.

Iraq regrets Iran absence at Paris conference on ISIL

Iraq's Foreign Minister Ibrahim al-Jaafari says he "regrets" that Iran has not been invited to an international conference in Paris to discuss the threat posed by the ISIL Takfiri militants.

US seeks military presence in Mideast: Ayatollah Khamenei

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the US seeks to expand its military presence in the Middle East region by declaring war on the Takfiri ISIL terrorists.

Iran will never trust US anti-ISIL coalition: Interior min.

Iran’s Interior Minister Abdolreza Rahmani-Fazli says the Islamic Republic will never trust the US-led so-called international coalition to tackle the Takfiri ISIL militants.

West must lift all sanctions against Iran: Deputy FM

A senior Iranian diplomat said Monday Western countries must lift all sanctions against Iran after Tehran and the P5+1 reach a comprehensive agreement over the Islamic Republic’s nuclear program.

Iran committed to fighting terrorism: Deputy FM

An Iranian Foreign Ministry official says the Islamic Republic is committed to fighting terrorism within the framework of international regulations.

ISIL’s new video shows beheading of David Haines

The ISIL terrorists have released a video purportedly showing the decapitation of British hostage David Cawthorne Haines.

Azerbaijan no base for anti-Iran moves: Azeri defense min.

Azeri Defense Minister Lieutenant General Zakir Hasanov has said Baku will not allow its territory to be used for any action against the Islamic Republic.

China seeks expansion of strategic ties with Iran: Xi

Chinese President Xi Jinping has emphasized his country’s determination to further enhance “strategic” relations with the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Iran can help develop Turkmen infrastructure: Rouhani

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the Islamic Republic is ready to offer help to Turkmenistan to develop its infrastructure.

Iran, Uzbekistan determined to expand relations

Iran and Uzbekistan have emphasized their determination to promote Tehran-Tashkent relations in different areas, especially in various economic sectors.

Obama says US will bomb ISIL in Syria

President Barack Obama says the United States is prepared to expand its bombing campaign against ISIL terrorists and launch airstrikes in Syria.

Iran, three EU states to hold meeting on nuclear issue

Iran's deputy foreign minister for legal and international affairs is set to meet representatives of the three European countries in the Sextet of world powers over Tehran’s nuclear energy program at the UN headquarters in Vienna.

Iran stresses Tajikistan’s role in regional stability

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has emphasized that Tajikistan plays an important role in maintaining peace and stability in the region.

Iran inaugurates hydropower plant in Tajikistan

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has inaugurated the second generating unit of an Iranian-financed hydroelectric power plant in Tajikistan.

Iran resolute on enhanced ties with Kazakhstan: Rouhani

The Iranian president says Iran is seriously determined to strengthen relations with neighboring and regional countries, particularly Kazakhstan.

Iran, Russia sign MoUs to boost economic, trade ties

Iran and Russia have agreed to use national currencies in bilateral trade.

Iran, Russia can boost trade exchanges tenfold

The value of bilateral trade between the Islamic Republic of Iran and Russia can rise more than tenfold, Iranian Oil Minister Bijan Namdar Zanganeh says.

Iran intercepts pro-Takfiris on way to join ISIL in Iraq

Iranian security forces have thwarted attempts by a number of Pakistani and Afghan nationals to cross Iran’s borders and reach Iraqi soil to join ISIL, says the Iranian interior minister.

Iran congratulates Iraq on forming new government

Iran has congratulated the Iraqi nation on the completion of the country’s political process and the formation of a new government.

No deal with P5+1 unless Iran demands are met: Araghchi

A senior Iranian nuclear negotiator says there will be no deal with the five permanent members of the UN Security Council plus Germany if Iran’s demands are not met.

Spanish firms ready to cooperate in Iran mining sector

Spanish firms are prepared to cooperate with Iranian companies in developing mines and relevant industries, a senior Spanish contractor says.

Fight against terror should be free of political considerations: Iranian security official

A senior Iranian official says terrorism poses a growing threat to international stability and security, calling for apolitical efforts to fight the ominous phenomenon.

Ayatollah Khamenei’s prostate surgery was successful

Supreme Leader is doing well after undergoing prostate surgery.

Fighting terror is West pretext for intervention: Iranian official

A senior Iranian official has warned against the Western interference in the region under the pretext of fighting terrorism.

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