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“New US Sanctions on Iran Threat to Petrodollar”

US President Trump’s decision to pull the US out of the Iran nuclear deal has reinstated a number of sanctions that have put the petrodollar under threat.

Aliyev Calls for Accelerated Implementation of Iran-Azerbaijan Railway Project

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev has urged the speedy construction of a railway that connects the Iranian and Azeri cities of Astara to each other.

Iran Exporting Pasta to US despite Trump’s Sanctions

Iran has exported its first shipment of pasta to America, defying the sanctions to be re-imposed on Tehran, said the head of an Iranian pasta manufacturing company.

Iran to Increase Exports of Knowledge-Based Products to China

The Islamic Republic of Iran is to expand its exports of knowledge-based products to China.

Foreign Investment in Iran Soared by 49 Percent in 2017

The latest annual report of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development said Iran has managed to attract over $5 billion in direct foreign investment, showing a 49 percent increase compared with 2016.

Iran Develops Antibacterial Polyester Strings Using Nanotechnology

Iranian researchers have used nanotechnology to develop antibacterial polyester strings that cause the least degree of poisoning for human body.

Tough Days ahead of Iran’s Civil Aviation: Iran Air CEO

Head of Iran’s flag carrier Iran Air voiced concern about looming problems for the Iranian flights at the foreign airports as the planes are going to be refused fuel under new sanctions.

Signing LC Deal to Help Expand Iran-Italy Relations: Rouhani

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani says a line of credit agreement between Tehran and Rome can pave the way for operationalisation of documents earlier signed between the two countries.

Minister Vows to Prevent Plunge in Iran’s Oil Exports

Iran is investing efforts to maintain its oil production and exports at current levels following the US pull-out from the nuclear pact that is to restore US anti-Iran sanctions, the petroleum minister said.

“Drop in Lira’s Value Due to Turkish Economy’s Dependence on Foreign Assets”

A senior Iranian official says the Turkish economy's dependence on foreign capital is to blame for a drop in the value of its currency.

Iran, India Resolved to Expand Ties despite US Sanctions

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has described his visit to India as fruitful saying he held productive meetings with Indian official.

China to Make $2bn Investment in Iranian Oil Refinery

A Chinese company is set to build an oil refinery in Iran’s northern province of Mazandaran with a $2 billion investment.

Iran’s Gas Condensates Exports Up %150 since US JCPOA Withdrawal

Iran’s exports of gaseous condensates have risen considerably following the US withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal.

Qatar Bans Citizens from Buying, Selling Saudi-Made Goods

The Qatari government has banned its citizens from buying or selling goods made in a Saudi-led group of countries that maintain a blockade on the country, in a move that further shatters hopes for the settlement of the political crisis.

Attempt to Hijack Passenger Plane Flying over Iran Fails

An attempt to hijack a passenger plane flying from the UAE’s Dubai to the Afghan capital of Kabul has been foiled.

“US Sanctions on Iran’s Bank Chief Break Int’l Rules”

Iran’s foreign ministry has condemned the US sanctions against the Iranian bank chief, saying that the government and Central Bank of Iran reserve the right to adopt all legal and political solutions to counter the US Treasury Department’s move.

“Iran Must Prepare Itself for All-Out Economic War”

Mohammad Javad Larijani, a senior and influential politician, says the Iranian government must prepare itself for a full-scale economic war waged by the US.

“US Targeting Iran’s Achilles’ Heel to Curtail Its Regional Influence”

A political commentator says Washington’s pullout from the Iran nuclear deal and re-imposing sanctions were basically aimed at cutting back Tehran’s influence in the Middle East.

Railway Electrification Project in Iran Not Subject to US Sanctions: Russia

The state railroad company Russian Railways says its project to electrify an Iranian railway is completely civilian and not subject to US sanctions.

European Car Manufactures to Remain in Iran despite US Bans

Informed sources say European carmakers like Peugeot, Citroen and Renault will continue their operation in Iran despite the upcoming re-imposition of US sanctions.

Iran-EU Joint Committee to Address Oil Trade Problems

EU Commissioner for Energy and Climate Miguel Arias Canete says Iran and the EU will form a joint working group to address challenges confronting Iran’s oil trade.

Europe to Open Channel to Facilitate Iran Banking Transactions: Official

Europe is seeking to open up a banking channel to allow conduction of transactions with Iran, as part of measures to protect European companies doing business in Iran against Washington’s move to re-impose anti-Tehran sanctions, an Iranian official said.

Strawberry Festival; Rural Party to Celebrate Good Harvest

The sixth edition of the Strawberry Festival was recently held in Golestan province in northeastern Iran, giving the farmers and their families an opportunity to celebrate their spring harvest and pray for a more fruitful year.

Eurasian Economic Union to Create Free Trade Zone with Iran

The Russia-led Eurasian Economic Union (EEU) trade bloc plans to hold talks with Iran over a free trade zone.

Iran, France Establish Mideast’s Largest Blood Bag Factory

In a project financed by France, Iran has established the largest blood bag manufacturing factory in the Middle East, creating at least 200 new jobs, said the Director General of Iran Blood Transfusion Organization.

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