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Commander: Iran will Give Crushing Response to ISIL If Threatened

A senior Iranian army commander warns IS terrorists against any act of aggression.

A private meeting between top diplomats of Iran and America

A meeting was held between US and Iranian top diplomats over how far along nuclear talks have come and what should be done next.

How Iranian newspapers cover nuclear talks in New York

An analytical look at Iranian newspaper coverage of nuclear talks with P5+1.

Iran supporting ME nations in anti-terror fight: Rouhani

The Iranian president says Tehran supports oppressed nations as they take on the scourge of terror.

Russia sees ‘progress’ in Iran nuclear talks

Russia has expressed optimism about the prospect of Iran-P5+1 nuclear talks over Tehran’s nuclear energy program, saying it sees signs of progress in the ongoing talks between the two sides.

Iran, US FMs discuss key issues in New York

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and US Secretary of State John Kerry have discussed key issues in New York.

Iran’s Zarif, Saud al-Faisal hold talks in New York

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has expressed hope that a recent meeting with his Saudi counterpart in New York will open a new chapter in efforts to strengthen international peace.

Iran committed to rationalism in nuclear talks, won’t bow to ballyhoo

The Iranian top MP says Tehran is committed to rationalism and won’t be intimidated in nuclear talks.

Iran plays active role in countering IS, US-led coalition is suspicious

A former Iranian diplomat says Tehran has an active role in the fight against IS terrorist group.

New proposal being discussed in Iran nuclear talks

Iran and the five permanent members of the UN Security Council plus Germany are reportedly discussing a new proposal over the Iranian nuclear energy program.

ME extremists emboldened by double standards: Zarif

Iran’s foreign minister says double standards have played into the hands of extremists in the Middle East.

Iran says ‘very good’ atmosphere prevails in nuclear talks

A deputy to Iran’s foreign minister says the ongoing nuclear talks between the Islamic Republic and the five permanent members of the UN Security Council plus Germany have been constructive.

There will be either two winners or two losers

Francois Nicolo, a veteran French politician, weighs in on Iran’s nuclear talks with world powers.

Final nuclear deal possible before Nov 24: Zarif

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has expressed optimism over the conclusion of a final nuclear agreement between Iran and the Sextet of world powers before their interim deal expires late November.

Iran’s Zarif slams US-led sanctions against Tehran

Iran’s foreign minister has slammed the US-led sanctions against the Islamic Republic over its nuclear energy program.

Iran holds bilateral N-talks with Russia, US in New York

Senior Iranian nuclear negotiators have held separate bilateral meetings with representatives of Russia and the US to discuss the outstanding issues in Tehran’s nuclear talks with the P5+1 group.

IAEA report confirms Iran commitment: Najafi

Iran’s ambassador to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) says a report by the agency confirms Tehran's commitment to a deal between Iran and the P5+1 group reached in November.

Final N-deal needs tough work, hard decisions: Zarif

Iranian top diplomat at nuclear talks says agreement is possible but hard decisions will have to be made.

My father is bracing for upcoming legislative elections: Mohsen Rafsanjani

Will Hashemi unite with reformists in upcoming parliamentary elections?

Honesty prerequisite to success of nuclear talks: Rafsanjani

Former President Rafsanjani says honesty is imperative for nuclear talks to produce the intended results.

China urges pragmatic approach in Iran nuclear talks

China has called on all relevant parties to negotiations over Iran’s nuclear energy program to adopt a “flexible and pragmatic” policy to accelerate the conclusion of a comprehensive deal.

Construction of two new nuclear plants starts by yearend: Official

Russia to build two new nuclear power plants in southern Iran.

IRGC Commander: US Base in Northern Iraq No Threat to Iran

Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Mohammad Ali Jafari downplayed enemies' war rhetoric against Tehran, and said the US military base in Northern Iraq is not considered a threat to Iran.

Even a review of presidential pledges may sound sweet

A closer look at the promises candidate Rouhani and later President Rouhani have made.

West must lift all sanctions against Iran: Deputy FM

A senior Iranian diplomat said Monday Western countries must lift all sanctions against Iran after Tehran and the P5+1 reach a comprehensive agreement over the Islamic Republic’s nuclear program.

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