Politics

Terrorist Cell Smashed by IRGC in Northwestern Iran

Forces of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) have destroyed a nine-member gang of terrorists in the northwest of the country near the border with Iraq.

Lawmakers Ratify Iran’s Accession to Palermo Convention

Members of the Iranian parliament have unanimously approved an amended version of a bill on Iran’s accession to the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime (UNTOC).

Iran Says Time Running Out for Europe to Preserve JCPOA

Iran’s Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani says time is running out for European countries who want to save the nuclear deal, and Tehran is not going to wait for Europe’s promises, which have no timeframe.

Iran Keen to Promote Sci-Tech Relations with Belarus

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the Islamic Republic is ready to deepen its relations with Belarus in all fields, especially in science and modern technologies.

Iran Blasts US’ Efforts to Impose Its Policies on Others

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has lashed out at Washington’s efforts to impose its policies on others, describing it as a growing danger that threatens the entire world.

Afghanistan’s Stability Vital for Regional Development: Iran

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says Tehran has always contributed to peace and stability in the neighbouring Afghanistan because a stable and secure Afghanistan is highly critical for the regional security and development.

Iran Welcomes Ceasefire between Taliban, Afghan Government

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has welcomed the latest agreement between the Afghan government and the Taliban militants on a ceasefire on Eid al-Fitr celebrations that mark the end of the holy month of Ramadan.

Putin Says Russia Supports Iran’s Full SCO Membership

Russian President Vladimir Putin says his government is eager to see Iran joining the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation as a full member, in a show of friendship between Tehran and Moscow.

VP Says Iran Can’t Wait Forever for Confirmation of JCPOA

An Iranian vice president says the country “cannot wait forever” for the confirmation of the landmark nuclear deal following the US withdrawal from the multi-national agreement.

“Europe Must Make Up for Losses US Inflicted on Iran Deal”

An Iranian parliamentarian says Europe must compensate for the losses inflicted on the Iran nuclear deal due to Washington’s withdrawal from, and breach of commitments under agreement.

“Tehran Welcomes Development of Economic, Defence Ties with Islamabad”

President Hassan Rouhani says Iran welcomes the all-out development of its ties with Pakistan, and the two sides must use the extensive capacities available to further enhance the level of bilateral relations and cooperation, especially in the economic sphere.

Iran Calls for International Cooperation against Cyber Terrorism

A senior Iranian official has emphasized the need to strengthen international judicial cooperation in countering cyber-terrorism.

“Lebanese Elections Turn Hezbollah into Resistance Government”

IRGC Quds Force Commander Major General Qassem Soleimani says the victory of the Lebanese resistance movement Hezbollah in the recent parliamentary votes turned it into a Resistance Government.

No Prospect for Dialogue Unless US Uses Language of Dignity: Iran

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi says there is no prospect for dialogue between Iran and the US in any area before Washington uses the language of dignity.

Iranians Hold Rallies in Support for Palestinian Cause on Quds Day

A Large number of fasting Iranians held anti-Israel rallies in the capital Tehran and nearly 900 other Iranian cities under the blazing summer sun on Friday, in a display of solidarity with the oppressed people of Palestine.

US’ Unilateral Decisions Insult to Int’l Community: Rouhani

President Hassan Rouhani says the US withdrawal from the 2015 nuclear deal with Iran is an insult to the international community, calling on the world to take action against Washington's " illegal" move.

Israel “Shut Up” after Iran Threatened to Raze Tel Aviv to Ground: IRGC

A top IRGC commander says Tehran has sent a message to Israel, warning the Zionist regime against escalating the ongoing tension in the region.

“Liberation of Quds Pivot of Unity among Muslims”

Ali Akbar Velayati, an advisor to Iran’s Leader, says the liberation of holy Quds is a lofty goal which is the pivot of unity among all Muslims.

Expert-Level Meeting of JCPOA Joint Commission Held in Tehran

An expert-level meeting of the Joint Commission of the Iran nuclear deal was held in the Iranian capital city Tehran on Thursday.

4 Iranian Fishermen Taken Captive by Pirates near Somalia Released

Four Iranian fishermen taken captive by pirates in international waters near Somalia have been released by Iran’s intelligence forces.

“EU Seeking to Deceive Iran into Accepting US Demands”

A prominent conservative journalist says Europe is seeking to trick Iran into accepting the US demands over Iran’s missile program and regional influence during current negotiations over the JCPOA.

“Iran Can Raise Uranium Enrichment Capacity to 180k SWUs in 10 Months”

Iran’s atomic chief says the country is able to raise its uranium enrichment capacity to 180,000 separative work units (SWUs) in 10 months if the Iran nuclear deal does not remain in place.

“All Muslim States Must Unite against Israeli Atrocities”

The Iranian foreign ministry has, in a statement released ahead of the International Quds Day, called on the Muslim world to stand up to the shameless crimes committed by the Zionist regime of Israel against the innocent and oppressed nation of Palestine.

“International Quds Day Nightmare for Israeli Regime”

Iran’s top security official Ali Shamkhani says the Zionist regime of Israel is afraid of the International Quds Day, the day when Muslims people around the world hold massive rallies to condemn the Israeli atrocities.

Tehran to Host Expert-Level Meeting of JCPOA Joint Commission

Iranian capital Tehran is to host an expert-level meeting of the Joint Commission of the JCPOA on Thursday.

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