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Macron’s Adviser in Iran for Talks on Regional Tensions

French President Emmanuel Macron’s top diplomatic adviser has arrived in Iran for a series of talks for alleviating tensions in the Middle East.

Iran Urges Pakistani Push for Release of Hostages

Iran’s deputy interior minister for security affairs has called on Pakistan to secure the release of three remaining Iranian border guards who had been abducted by terrorists at a military post near the border a couple of months ago.

Iran’s Judiciary Chief: Several Judges Disbarred

Iran’s Judiciary Chief Hojjatoleslam Ebrahim Raeisi who took the office in March has announced the dismissal of a number of judges over the past few months.

Purchase of Iran’s Oil Not Guaranteed by Europe: Minister

Iran’s Oil Minister Bijan Namdar Zanganeh has said that the European states have not still guaranteed the purchase of Iranian oil amid the US sanctions on the Islamic Republic’s oil industry.

‘Only 4 People Have Access to List of Candidates for Iran’s Leadership’

A member of Iran’s Assembly of Experts has said that a list of the potential candidates for the post of leadership, drawn up by a domestic special committee, has not been available to anyone but to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.

Iran Nuclear Deal Joint Commission to Meet in Vienna on June 28

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi says the next meeting of the Joint Commission of the JCPOA is set to be held at a deputy-ministerial and political directors level on June 28 in Vienna.

Turkish FM to Visit Iran’s Isfahan Thursday

Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu will travel to Iran on Thursday within the framework of regular political consultations between Tehran and Ankara, Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi said.

Iran’s Nuclear Decision ‘Minimum Reaction’ to US Violations: Rouhani

The Iranian president says Tehran’s move to scale back its commitments under the Iran nuclear deal in reaction to the US’ violations of the JCPOA is the “minimum” action Iran has taken.

Iran DM Rejects US Video of Oil Tankers as ‘Undocumented’

Iran’s defence minister has dismissed as “undocumented” a video released by the US military which allegedly shows an Iranian boat removing what the US calls “a mine” from the two oil tankers recently hit by explosions in the Sea of Oman.

Iran Says Not to Extend 60-Day Deadline for Europe

The Atomic Energy Organisation of Iran (AEOI) says the country will not extend the two-month deadline it gave Europe to compensate for the US’ withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal.

Tehran, Kabul Underline Joint Fight against Terror

Senior Iranian and Afghan national security officials discussed ways to ensure sustainable security in Afghanistan at a meeting in Russia, with both urging coordinated efforts to tackle terrorism.

IRGC Chief Rejects US’ ‘Lies’ about Oil Tanker Attacks

Chief-Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Hossein Salami has dismissed the anti-Iran accusations levelled by the US regarding the recent oil tanker attacks in the Sea of Oman, saying that Americans are accustomed to telling such lies.

Talks with US to End Up with Surrender, IRGC Chief Warns

Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has dismissed the idea of negotiations with the US as a ploy to sap Iran’s military strength and pave the way for an ultimate surrender.

Iran Urges Regional Coordination for Talks with Taliban

Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Ali Shamkhani has called for a collective regional approach to hold talks with the Taliban in coordination with the Kabul government.

Iran Is the One Preserving Regional Security: First VP

Iran’s First Vice President Eshaq Jahangiri has described the Islamic Republic as the country that has preserved the security of the region, saying that the recent oil tanker attacks were carried out when Iran was not present in the Persian Gulf.

Iran, Iraq Discuss Expansion of Regional Cooperation

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has held talks with Deputy Speaker of the Iraqi Parliament Khalil al-Haddad, who is visiting Iran at the head of a parliamentary delegation.

Russia Says Ties with Iran Source of Regional Stability

Russia’s Energy Minister Alexander Novak says further development of mutual ties between Iran and Russia will contribute to regional peace and stability.

Iran Gives Details of Disbanding US Cyber Espionage Networks

An Iranian Intelligence Ministry official gave new details on the “heavy blow” that Iranian intelligence forces have inflicted on the US by detecting and disbanding two sophisticated cyber espionage networks affiliated to the CIA.

Iran, Russia Sign 8 MoUs in Isfahan

Eight cooperation agreements have been signed by representatives of Iran and Isfahan during a ceremony attended by Iran's Energy Minister Reza Ardakanian and his Russian counterpart Alexander Novak.

Iran Ultimate Winner of ‘Battle of Wills’: Rouhani

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani says Iran will not wage any war against any country, but in case of a battle, the Iranian nation will be the ultimate winner.

Iran Condoles with Egypt over Mursi’s Demise

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has expressed condolences on the death of former Egyptian President Mohamed Mursi.

Riyadh Lacks Proper Understanding of Regional Variables: Iran

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has rejected the recent anti-Iran accusations levelled by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in various spheres.

Official: Iran Detects Cyber Network, Inflicts Humiliating Defeat on US

The US has admitted to a scandalous defeat in the cyber space after Iran detected a complicated cyber network, Secretary of the country’s Supreme National Security Ali Shamkhani said.

Europe Has Limited Time to Compensate: Iran President

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says Iran exercised restraint in the past year at the request of France and the European Union, but Europe’s time to compensate for the US’ withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal is not unlimited.

‘Iran Would’ve Bravely Admitted If It Were Behind Tanker Attacks’

Iran's top general has dismissed allegations that Tehran was behind attacks on two oil tankers in the Sea of Oman, saying the country would have bravely claimed responsibility if it had carried out the attacks.

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