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Iran-P5+1 nuclear talks at sensitive point: Zarif

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the country’s negotiations with P5+1 over Tehran’s nuclear program have reached a "sensitive point".

Ahmadinejad threw nuclear dossier into disarray: Former diplomat

By way of ballyhoo, Ahmadinejad dealt a blow to Iran’s dignity on the international stage, said Sadegh Kharrazi.

Russia denies losing interest in Iran-P5+1 nuclear talks

Dismissing Western media reports, a senior Russian official said Moscow has not lost interest in achieving a positive result from negotiations on Iran's nuclear deal.

Weapons used by Revolution Guards in Persian Gulf exercise

A look at the weaponry the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps used during its Persian Gulf war games which ended Feb. 27.

Final steps in nuclear talks are being taken: Prayer leader

Tehran Friday prayer leader appreciates the wise management of nuclear talks by President Hassan Rouhani.

Iranian diplomats in Kabul safe and sound: Afkham

The Iranian Foreign Ministry condemns a terrorist bombing near its Kabul mission and says all Iranian diplomats in the Afghan capital are safe.

Rouhani: US must rectify wrong approach on nuclear talks

President Rouhani has said that Iran is seeking the removal of all sanctions against the country through nuclear talks with P5+1.

Rafsanjani: Radical ideas are the blight of today’s society

Ayatollah Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani has said that those involved in partisan activities should not overlook ethics in political rivalries.

IRGC showcases combat, reconnaissance robots in massive drills

The IRGC unveiled and test-fielded new combat and reconnaissance robots in the military drill which is underway in southern and western Iran.

Iran dismisses Kerry’s remarks over intervention in Yemen

Tehran has rejected remarks by the US top diplomat who accused Iran of intervening in Yemen, saying Iran respects the right of nations to determine their fate.

Iran’s IRGC holds naval drill in Strait of Hormuz (Photos)

In Iran, the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) launched naval drills in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday.

IRGC missiles destroy mock aircraft carrier in Persian Gulf

The IRGC missiles destroyed a mock aircraft carrier during the Great Prophet 9 war games in the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz.

Top MP: Neighbors can rely on Iran’s military might

The parliament speaker has said that Iran’s defensive power is to safeguard the country and the region against foreign military powers.

Iran, Iraq stand firm in terror fight

Iran is prepared to increase military cooperation with Iraq to strengthen stability and security in Iraq and the region, said the defense minister.

Iran starts massive naval drill in Persian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz

The Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has started a massive naval drill code-named Prophet Muhammad in the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz.

Some progress made on some nuclear issues: Zarif

The two sides made headway in some issues but there is still a long way ahead before clinching the final deal, said Zarif.

Kerman police seize 512 Kg of narcotics in surprise operation

Acting on a tip-off about a haul of narcotics, in a surprise operation police seized 512 kg of opium and arrested a drug trafficker.

Israel knows Iran nuclear program is peaceful, leaked Mossad report shows

A leaked report shows that before Netanyahu's allegations against Tehran, Mossad knew that Iran was “not performing the activity necessary to produce weapons.”

Russia offers Iran latest anti-aircraft missile system

Under an earlier deal, Russia was to provide Iran with S-300 defense systems, but refused to do so under the pretext of UN sanctions against Tehran.

Will Ahmadinejad stand trial?

Proponents and opponents of former President Ahmadinejad seem to see eye to eye on one matter: his trial in a court of law.

Iran to quit talks if interests not secured: Araghchi

The deputy foreign minister has said the Iranian nation and nuclear negotiators will never surrender to threats, bullying, pressures, and force.

No one could claim Iran pursuing non-peaceful nuclear program: Rouhani

The president urged Non-Aligned member states to drop non-realistic missions and try to focus on areas of joint scientific and technological cooperation.

Zarif, Kerry, Salehi, Moniz end nuclear talks in Geneva

Zarif and Kerry have ended a first round of talks to resolve the remaining issues on Tehran’s nuclear program as a deadline for reaching an inclusive agreement draws closer.

Deputy minister tells colleagues to quit if they can’t manage

Giving an ultimatum to managers, the deputy energy minister warned that if they are not motivated enough to contribute to water management, they’d better step down.

No casualties in explosion in front of former envoy’s residence

The improvised explosive device that went off in front of the ambassador’s residence did not cause any casualties.

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