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Britain Reaffirms Support for Iran Nuclear Deal

British Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson and Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif have held phone talks on the nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers, also known as JCPOA.

‘Trump Not after Scrapping Iran Deal; He Wants More Concessions’

A senior Iranian journalist and political analyst says the US president wants more concessions from the JCPOA, not the cancellation of the agreement signed between Tehran and world powers.

Trump’s Speech Draws Harsh Criticism from Iranian Pundits

Iranian newspapers, in their editorials and op-eds on Saturday, have reacted harshly to US President Donald Trump’s anti-Iran comments.

‘Iran Shouldn’t Rely on Europeans If US Withdraws from JCPOA’

An Iranian political analyst says the Islamic Republic should not trust the Europeans in case the United States quits a nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers.

Withdrawing from JCPOA among Iran’s Options: FM Zarif

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the country can quit the nuclear deal it has signed with world powers in case the other parties fail to do enough to secure Tehran’s interests.

Trump’s Anti-Iran Stances Reveal His Political Naivety: Larijani

Iranian parliament speaker has blasted US President Donald Trump’s anti-Iran rhetoric in recent days, saying such remarks tarnish the international images of the US.

‘Trump Isolated by Own Party, Cabinet Members’

A top Iranian diplomat says Trump is left alone and extremely isolated as many of his Cabinet members are opposed to his policies.

EU, Russia, China Throw Weight behind Iran Nuclear Deal

Following the US president’s Friday speech against Iran and its 2015 nuclear deal with world powers, members of the P5+1 and several other world figures and organizations voiced their strong support for the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).

Iran Urges UN to Circulate Its Statement on Trump’s Speech

Iran’s permanent mission to the UN, in a letter to Secretary General Antonio Guterres, has called for the circulation of Iran’s official reaction to the US president’s speech as a UN Security Council document.

‘JCPOA Violation to Have Little Impact on Iran’s Economy’

An Iranian lawmaker says the annulment of the JCPOA will have little bearing on Iran’s economy as the Islamic Republic is shifting away from the greenback and common European currencies.

‘Consolidating JCPOA to Facilitate Iran-EU Talks on Other Issues’

The Iranian president says if the nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers is consolidated, it can pave the way for Iran’s talks with the European Union on other issues as well.

Iran to Respect Nuclear Deal as Long as Its Interests Secured: President

Iran’s president says the country will remain committed to the nuclear deal it has signed with world powers only if its interests are secured and the other parties live up to their commitments.

Iranian, Russian FMs Hold Talks on JCPOA

Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov have stressed the need for all parties to comply with the nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers.

Iran Responds to Trump’s New Strategy

As the US president is expected to deliver a speech on Friday night and declare the country’s new strategy towards the Islamic Republic of Iran, an informed source at the Iranian foreign ministry has outlined the main themes of Tehran’s response to Trump and his country’s new policies.

French FM: Iran Should Reap JCPOA Benefits

France's Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Development, Jean-Yves Le Drian, have emphasized that Iran should not be deprived of the benefits of a nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers.

Europe Not to Leave US Alone for Iran’s Sake: Analysts

Some Iranian analysts believe Europe will not turn away from the US for the sake of Iran if Washington withdraws from the JCPOA.

EU Reaffirms Commitment to Iran Nuclear Deal

EU Foreign Policy Chief Federica Mogherini and German Foreign Minister Sigmar Gabriel, in phone calls with Iran’s FM, have reiterated Europe’s commitment to the nuclear deal between Iran and P5+1.

How Would Iran Respond to US Withdrawal from Nuclear Deal?

A former Iranian diplomat has weighed in on Iran’s probable strategies to respond to Washington’s possible withdrawal from the nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers, known as the JCPOA.

German Ambassador to Tehran Poses with “Yes to JCPOA” Poster

German envoy to Iran says a number of posters bearing the phrase ‘Yes to Iran Nuclear Deal’, which are hung on the wall of German embassy in Tehran, are aimed at announcing that Berlin is doing its best not to let the deal break down.

US Problem with Iran Not Nuclear Program but Regional Influence: Hezbollah Chief

Secretary General of Lebanon’s Hezbollah Movement, Sayyid Hassan Nasrallah, says Washington’s main problem with Iran is not the country’s nuclear program but its regional role which thwarts the US plots in the Middle East.

Iranian MPs Have Mixed Feelings about Relying on EU

As Trump is reportedly going to decertify Iran nuclear deal in coming days, political and media circles in Tehran are discussing how to deal with the new US approach towards the JCPOA and Tehran’s ties with Europe in case of US withdrawal.

Iran Pursuing Regional Policies Regardless of Others’ Rhetoric: FM

Iranian foreign minister says the Islamic Republic’s policies in the region are pursued without regard to the anti-Iran comments made by others, including the US President Donald Trump.

“Tillerson’s New Plan Aimed at Depriving Iran of JCPOA Benefits”

An Iranian legislator says US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson’s new plan seeks to maintain the Iran nuclear deal, and at the same time take a tougher line on Tehran.

Iran Leader Right about Washington’s Untrustworthiness: US Academic

Juan Cole, a senior American academic and commentator, says the Trump administration’s moves against the Islamic Republic of Iran prove Ayatollah Khamenei was right about Washington’s untrustworthiness.

‘Europe Not Reliable Partner for Iran If US Withdraws from JCPOA’

An Iranian lawmaker believes that if the US decides to pull out of the nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers, Iran cannot rely on the Europeans as committed partners.

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