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JCPOA Violators Should Be Held Responsible for Consequences: Iran DM

Iran's Defence Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami says the Islamic Republic of Iran remains committed to its nuclear deal with six big powers, but the violators of the deal should be held accountable for possible disastrous consequences for international security.

Controversy Raging in Iran over “Threat” of Telegram Messaging App

Telegram, the most popular messaging app in Iran, has once again grabbed the headlines amid a fresh round of pressure on the government of Hassan Rouhani to block the “threatening” messenger.

“Iran to Keep Working with Russia until Eradication of Terrorists”

Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami says Iran is set to keep up its counter-terrorism cooperation with Russia until Syria and the entire region are fully cleansed of terrorist outfits.

Iran’s Defence Minister in Russia to Attend Security Conference

Iran’s defence minister has arrived in the Russian capital, Moscow, to attend the 7th International Moscow Security Conference.

“Claim That Israeli Jets Fly over Iran Ridiculous”

A commentator says the rumour that two Israeli F-35 stealth jets had entered Iran’s airspace and returned safe is extremely funny.

Will Iran Block Telegram Messaging App Forever?

While there are reports that a decision has been made by Iran’s Supreme Council of Cyberspace to permanently ban the popular messaging app Telegram, the Council has kept denying such allegations.

Iran, Turkey Call for Closer Defence Cooperation

High-ranking Iranian and Turkish officials have stressed the need for developing defence cooperation between Tehran and Ankara.

Iran Slams Discriminatory Approach to Aiding Fight against Illicit Drugs

Iranian Interior Minister Abdolreza Rahmani Fazli deplored the discriminatory approach of international organizations in providing assistance to governments fighting against illicit drugs and called on all countries to meet their responsibility in this campaign.

Foreign Interference, Main Cause of Regional Crises: Iran DM

Iran's Defence Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami has blamed foreign powers’ meddling and their double standards for the current chaos in the Middle East.

Tehran, Islamabad Confer on Border Security Issues

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and Pakistan’s Interior Minister Ahsan Iqbal have discussed issues of mutual interest in Islamabad.

IRGC Quds Force Foils Terrorist Attack in Southeastern Iran

The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Quds Force has thwarted an attack on a military base in southeastern Iran in an operation during which at least two terrorists were killed.

US Using Dollar as Economic Weapon against Other Countries: Iran

A senior Iranian security official says Washington has formally announced that it is using the greenback as an economic tool to impose its will on other countries.

No One Allowed to Hold Talks over Iran’s Defence Capabilities: IRGC

A senior Iranian military official says nobody has the right to negotiate with foreigners over Iran’s defence and missile capabilities.

Iran Blasts French FM’s Threatening Remarks

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman has lashed out at the anti-Iran comments made by French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian ahead of his visit to Tehran.

“Dismantling of US Nukes Precondition for Talks on Iran’s Missile Program”

A top Iranian military commander has conditioned talks over Tehran’s missile program on the destruction of the West’s nuclear and long-range arms.

IRGC Totally Prepared to Thwart Enemy Plots: Chief Commander

Commander-in-Chief of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Mohammad Ali Jafari says the military force is capable of coping with any insecurity and thwart any plot hatched by the enemies.

Iran President Hails Gen. Soleimani for Standing Up to ISIS Terrorists

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani has lauded IRGC Quds Force Commander Major General Qassem Soleimani for helping Iraq and Syria in their campaign against terrorists.

Iranian Military, Police Officials in Pakistan for Talks

Two senior military and police commanders of Iran have travelled to Islamabad to hold negotiations with Pakistani counterparts and officials.

“Those behind Recent Riots in Tehran Backed by Foreigners”

There is evidence that proves elements who raided a police station in northern Tehran Monday in apparent support for the dervish community were being supported by foreign governments, a senior judicial official said.

Iran, Azerbaijan to Jointly Produce Military Equipment

Iran and the Azerbaijan Republic have agreed to work together to jointly produce military equipment.

Minister Blasts Rioters’ Deadly Attack on Police Forces in Tehran

Iranian Interior Minister Abdolreza Rahmani Fazli decried a recent attack on security forces in northern Tehran by members of the Gonabadi Dervishes, a Sufi community in Iran, and said all those behind the incident would be dealt with “decisively”.

Azeri President Welcomes Closer Cooperation with Iran

Azeri President Ilham Aliyev says his government embraces greater collaboration between Tehran and Baku, particularly in defence industries.

Acts of Violence by Any Group Not Tolerated: Iran President

Iran’s president says all ideologies are respected, but violence by any group or entity, especially acts of violence and insult against police and security forces, are definitely condemned.

Iran DM in Baku to Boost Defence Ties

Iran’s defence minister has arrived in Azerbaijan’s Baku at the head of a high-ranking delegation to explore ways of broadening defence collaboration between the two countries.

Two Qatari Fishing Boats Seized in Iranian Waters

Two Qatari vessels encroaching upon Iranian territorial waters in the Persian Gulf have been seized.

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