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Iranian armed forces “fully prepared” to respond to any aggression

The spokesperson of the Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Commission said the Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran are at the highest level of readiness and prepared to deliver a “decisive and painful response” to any possible aggression.

Pres. Pezeshkian raps double standards in nuclear dispute, global governance

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, speaking in an interview with China Central Television (CCTV) during his visit to Beijing, sharply criticized Western double standards in nuclear negotiations and global governance.

China reaffirms support for Iran’s nuclear rights, sovereignty

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian in Beijing, reiterating China’s respect for Iran’s commitment to non-proliferation and its right to peaceful nuclear energy.

Iran’s parliament vows strong response if snapback mechanism is triggered

Iran’s Parliament held a closed-door session on Tuesday to discuss potential responses to the activation of the UN “snapback” mechanism, which could reimpose previously lifted Security Council sanctions against Tehran.

Iran rejects PGCC claims over islands, reaffirms sovereignty

Iran’s Foreign Ministry firmly rejected claims made in the Persian Gulf Cooperation Council (PGCC) foreign ministers’ statement regarding Iran’s sovereignty over its three islands, Abu Musa, Greater Tunb, and Lesser Tunb, stressing that such assertions are “baseless” and “have no legal or historical validity.”

Pezeshkian, Putin stress impact of implementing bilateral treaty, EAEU agreement

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin have emphasized the significance of implementing the Iran-Russia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Treaty as a catalyst for enhancing bilateral relations and cooperation.

Iran says ready to cooperate with Turkey to overcome banking, customs barriers

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has emphasized Tehran's readiness to enhance economic and trade relations with Ankara while addressing the need to overcome banking and customs obstacles.

President Pezeshkian to UN Chief: Iran ready for diplomacy on nuclear issue

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian met with UN Secretary General António Guterres on Tuesday in China, reaffirming Tehran's commitment to resolving its nuclear dispute with the West through dialogue and diplomacy.

Iranian President urges SCO involvement in resolving Palestine crisis

The President of the Islamic Republic of Iran has called on the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) to adopt a clear and comprehensive plan to address the long-standing crisis in West Asia, particularly the tragic issue of deliberate killings and starvation of innocent people in Gaza and across Palestine.

Iran’s first vice president: West using snapback to disrupt nation, but people have overcome sanctions

Iran’s First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref said on Monday that Western powers are attempting to create unrest in the country by threatening to trigger the snapback mechanism, stipulated in the moribund 2015 JCPOA nuclear accord, but stressed that Iranians have long adapted to sanctions.

Iran urges Europe to reconsider snapback sanctions amid SCO consultations

Iran has urged European countries to reconsider their recent push to reactivate UN Security Council sanctions, reasserting the move was “legally unfounded and contrary to international law.”

Iran offers aid after deadly earthquake strikes eastern Afghanistan

Iran has expressed condolences and offered humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan after a powerful earthquake struck the country’s eastern provinces late Sunday, killing and injuring hundreds of people.

SCO leaders sign over 20 agreements, condemn Israeli, US Strikes against Iran

Leaders of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), including Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian, signed more than 20 agreements and joint statements at the conclusion of the group’s 25th summit in Tianjin, China, on Monday.

Iran confirms visit of two IAEA inspectors amid nuclear oversight talks

The head of Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization (AEOI) confirmed that two inspectors from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) recently visited Iran with authorization from the Secretariat of the Supreme National Security Council.

Iran president arrives in China for SCO summit

Iran’s President Massoud Pezeshkian touched down in Tianjin, China, to participate in the 25th Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit. The visit sets the stage for regional diplomacy and multilateral engagement.

IRGC deputy commander: Enemies achieved no objectives in 12-day conflict

The deputy commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), Brigadier General Ali Fadavi, said Iran’s adversaries failed to achieve any of their goals during the 12-day military confrontation earlier this year.

IRGC condemns Israel’s deadly strike in Yemen

Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has strongly condemned a “heinous act of state terrorism” by the Zionist regime in Yemen, following an Israeli airstrike on Sana’a that killed Ahmed Ghaleb Nasser al-Rahwi, Prime Minister of Yemen’s Government of Change and Construction, along with several ministers and aides.

IRGC colonel killed during mission in Iran’s southeast

The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has announced that Colonel Rahim Mohammadi, a member of the IRGC’s 41st Tharallah Operational Division, was killed during a mission in the border region of Saravan, southeastern Iranian province of Sistan-Baluchestan.

Interior ministry: Over 1.8mn undocumented Afghan migrants exited Iran since July last year

More than 1.8 million undocumented Afghan migrants have left Iran since the start of the current administration in July last year, according to the Ministry of Interior’s Office for Foreign Nationals and Immigrants Affairs.

Iran denies Azerbaijan’s allegations against ambassador to Armenia

The Iranian embassy in Baku has denied allegations published by the Republic of Azerbaijani news outlet Axar regarding Iran’s ambassador to Armenia, describing the claims as “baseless and false.”

Iran to add two new national days to calendar next year

Iran’s Public Culture Council is finalizing two proposals to add new commemorative days to the country’s official calendar starting in the Iranian year 1405 (staring March 2026).

Iran president: Shanghai summit key to boosting multilateralism, regional cooperation

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian described the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit as a crucial opportunity to strengthen multilateralism and expand regional cooperation, ahead of his departure to China on Sunday.

Presence of foreign powers in West Asia a source of concern: Chief of Staff of Iran’s Armed Forces

The Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces, Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi, has emphasized that the presence of extra-regional powers, including the United States, raises significant concerns for West Asia.

President Pezeshkian: No foreign power allowed to undermine Iran-Armenia friendship   

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has said Iran’s concerns over the presence of foreign forces in the sensitive Caucasus region were largely alleviated following assurances from Armenian officials.

Iranian president to visit China for SCO summit and Victory Day Parade

Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian is scheduled to arrive in China on Sunday for a four-day official visit at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, Iran’s ambassador to Beijing announced. 

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