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Trump’s Speech Not to Decrease IRGC’s Activities: General

A senior Iranian commander says the US president is not in a position to make decision for the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps, and the IRGC is not going to decrease its activities given Trump’s new strategy.

Gov’t Expected to Take Serious Action against Trump’s Remarks: Raisi

Ebrahim Raisi, the conservative presidential candidate in Iran’s 2017 election, has lashed out at Trump’s anti-Tehran remarks, saying that the Iranian nation expects the government to show practical, rather than rhetorical, response to the US president’s statements.

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.

Showing Humility Makes Arrogant Enemies More Impudent: Ahmadinejad

Iran’s former president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has blasted Trump’s Friday statements against Iran, saying that showing humility towards arrogant enemies makes them more impolite and leads to more unfair and illegal claims by them.

‘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.

Shiite Cleric Hails Saudis’ Behaviour towards Iranian Hajj Pilgrims

A top Iranian Shiite cleric says Saudi Arabia has decided to adopt a different policy on Iran and this was evident in their recent behaviour towards Iranian Hajj pilgrims.

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).

IRGC General Vows to Enhance Iran’s Defensive Power after Trump Speech

Deputy Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces reaffirmed the country’s commitment to strengthening its defense capabilities to counter the “corrupt American regime” after US President Donald Trump’s Friday speech against the Islamic Republic.

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.

Iranians Not Intimidated by Trump’s Threats, Profanity: FM

Iranian foreign minister says the US president’s recent allegations and threats against the Islamic Republic will never intimidate the Iranian nation.

‘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.

Zarif, Tillerson Had No Bilateral Meeting in New York

Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman has reacted to the US Secretary of State's remarks on informing Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif of the new US strategy towards Tehran.

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.

IRGC Blacklisting Tantamount to Declaration of War: Iran

Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Ali Akbar Salehi warned Washington against its plan to designate the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist group, saying that Tehran regards the move as “a declaration of war”.

US Withdrawal to Kill Iran Nuclear Deal: Larijani

Iran’s parliament speaker has warned the United States against walking away from the 2015 nuclear deal, saying if Washington fails to abide by the accord, nothing will be left of it.

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.

Iranian MPs Pass 8 Bills on Economic Cooperation with Other Countries

An Iranian MP says lawmakers have passed several bills that would facilitate economic cooperation between Iran and other countries.

Afghanistan Welcomes Iran’s Help in Fight against Terror: Defence Ministry

The spokesman for Afghanistan’s Defense Ministry said the Kabul government will accept the military assistance of any country, including Iran, that intends to help in the fight against terrorism.

Foreign Ambassadors Watch Drills of Iranian Police Forces

Several foreign ambassadors, diplomats, and representatives of international bodies on Wednesday watched the military drills of Iranian police forces in Tehran.

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.

Iran, Ukraine to Form Joint Economic Commission

Iran and Ukraine have decided to establish a joint economic commission as part of efforts to enhance the level of Tehran-Kiev economic cooperation.

Iran DM Says IRGC at Forefront of Fight against Terrorism

Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami warned against a US plan to label the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) as a terror group, stressing the IRGC is at the forefront of the fight against terrorism.

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