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Iran unveils solid-fuel precision-guided missile

Iran unveils a new solid-fuel precision-guided missile, named Fateh 313, which has been designed and manufactured by experts at the Defense Ministry's Aerospace Industries Organization.

Iranian policymakers should deliberate on key issues in weeks ahead: Mousavian

Mousavian said contrary to expectations, members of Congress are not much competent in international and diplomatic issues.

Close cooperation between parliament and SNSC supplements JCPOA: Official

Shamkhani said any review of JCPOA with political or factional interests in mind would undermine both the right and left.

Atomic agency rejects AP report on IAEA inspections as speculation

The agency has not made any move in violation of its commitments, Behrouz Kamalvandi stated.

Hammond to reopen British Embassy in Tehran Sunday: Source

Foreign Secretary Hammond will be Britain’s first top diplomat to visit Iran in nearly 14 years.

US, allies thwarted in Mideast: IRGC commander

An IRGC commander has said that Washington’s recourse to the path of diplomacy shows the failure of its sanctions strategy.

Iran achieved its goals in nuclear talks: Rouhani

President Rouhani has said that it is a big achievement that a country makes the UN Security Council nullify its previous resolutions against it and get its enrichment right ratified by UNSC members.

Iran ready to work with Germany to resolve Mideast crises

Deputy Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian has said that Iran and Germany have common viewpoints when it comes to a realistic political solution to the crises in the Middle East.

Iran parliament elects members of JCPOA Committee

The election of the members of the ad hoc committee comes as there are arguments about which institution should ratify the agreement.

Iran’s capital relocation plan rejected

A meeting attended by Iranian officials and experts has found a plan on relocation of the capital to the detriment of the country.

Anti-Iran sanctions could be lifted by yearend: AEOI chief

According to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action the EU should remove European embargoes on Iran after 90 days and the US president should lift Congress-imposed sanctions, said Salehi.

Iran supports Iraq fight against IS: Zarif

Iran always views expansion of Tehran-Baghdad ties as one of its priorities and supports the Iraqi government’s campaign against IS, said Zarif.

Iran-Syria ties backbone of Mideast relations: Velayati

We believe that the Syrian government and nation will emerge victorious in the end and that it will certainly be the Americans and Israel who will suffer defeat, said Velayati.

Expansion of ties with neighbors tops Iran foreign policy: Minister

Iran cannot remain indifferent to insecurity at its borders and is ready for closer cooperation with Kabul in the fight against terrorism and narcotics, said Rahmani Fazli.

What do Zarif’s regional trips signify? Will his plan bring Saudi Arabia to the negotiating table?

Khabaronline, a news website, praises the astute statesmanship of Iran’s Foreign Ministry for helping the country refrain from fuelling tensions with Saudi Arabia at this critical juncture.

Nuclear agreement not equal to shared regional policies with US: Speaker

That the West has recognized Iran's right to enrichment showed that European countries and the US have come to terms with Iran's progress in different fields, said Larijani.

Iran supports friends against hostile acts of enemies: Velayati

The Islamic Republic of Iran serves as a camp of pious believers and enjoys an extremely high status in the fight against arrogant powers, said Nouri Al Maliki.

Why is Zarif’s Moscow visit important? Envoy answers

Iran and Russia are seriously concerned about the spread of terrorism in the region and favor a serious campaign against terrorism without double standards, said Mehdi Sanaei.

Foreign intervention in ME unacceptable: Iran FM

In a joint press conference with his Russian counterpart, Zarif said Iran believes all regional players should redouble their efforts to address regional issues, including extremism.

Iran not to let US infiltrate into country: Ayatollah Khamenei

The Supreme Leader has said that the US is seeking to hold sway in the region to pursue its objectives, but that Iran will counter Washington’s policies.

You’d better speak for yourself, not on behalf of Leader

The media advisor to the IRGC commander has urged Kayhan’s managing editor to stop instilling in his readership the feeling that his viewpoints mirror those of the Supreme Leader.

People in several cities around globe rally in support of JCPOA

The rally organizers warned that the alternative to Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action would be another billion-dollar war in the Middle East.

Connection between missile test stop, JCPOA ruled out

The review of JCPOA in parliament will add to Iran's commitment; something that is not consistent with the spirit of JCPOA, said Araghchi.

Iran is still the winner even if Congress rejects nuclear deal: Salehi

We do not break with norms and stay committed to our obligations, because we believe in logic, Salehi said.

200-plus MPs call on government to present JCPOA bill

The petition says any voluntary measures and implementation of the deal before the approval of the Islamic Consultative Assembly and subsequent confirmation of the Guardian Council would be illegal.

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