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Iran’s Shamkhani Calls Trump Epitome of Anarchism, Violence

A senior Iranian official has lashed out at the United States for taking an "illegal" action in moving its embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem al-Quds, saying US President Donald Trump has become the epitome of anarchism and violence in the international scene.

US Relocation of Embassy Not to Go Unpunished: Iran’s Larijani

Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani says the US relocation of embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem al-Quds will not go unpunished and will definitely receive an appropriate response.

Iran, Bolivia Discuss Promotion of Defence Ties in Tehran

Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Baqeri says the country and Bolivia are set to enhance military cooperation.

US Main Source of Instability, Tension in Mideast: Iran

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi says the US is the biggest exporter of lethal weapons to the Middle East.

Iran, Brazil Discuss Promotion of Reciprocal Ties

Members of the Brazil-Iran Parliamentary Friendship Group have discussed issues of mutual interest with Mohammad Keshavarz-Zadeh, the Director General for the Americas at the Iranian Foreign Ministry.

“US Exit from JCPOA Big Opportunity to Rearrange Political Blocs”

A senior lawmaker says the pull-out of the US from the historic nuclear deal with Iran could be a milestone in the history of global politics, if governments in Europe and elsewhere dare to stand against the illogical stance of US President Donald Trump.

Iranian Filmmaker Vows to Hoist US Flag in Tehran!

An Iranian film director has promised to raise the American flag in Tehran if US President Donald Trump moves to rid the world of nuclear arms.

Sweden Urges Trump to Respect Iran Nuclear Deal

Sweden's State Secretary of Foreign Affairs Annika Söder has referred to the Iran nuclear deal as a message of security and non-proliferation for the world, calling on the US government to live up to its commitments under the accord.

“Trump’s Decision on JCPOA Not to Affect Iranians’ Lives”

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says whatever decision his US counterpart Donald Trump would take on the Iran nuclear deal next week will have no impact on the lives of Iranian people thanks to the pre-emptive measures taken by the government.

“US Court Ruling against Iran Mocks Survivors, Families of 9/11 Victims”

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has vehemently rejected the recent “politically-motivated” ruling by a US court over Iran’s alleged role in the 9/11 attacks.

“US Seeking to Promote Liberal-Democratic System of Ruling”

The head of the Atomic Energy Organisation of Iran says the US seeks to promote a liberal-democratic system of government.

Trump Will Not Withdraw from Iran Nuclear Deal: Ex-Diplomat

A former Iranian diplomat believes US President Donald Trump will not withdraw from the Iran nuclear deal on May 12, 2018, and will maintain the status quo.

Iran VP Denies Washington Post’s Report on Her US Visits

Iran’s Vice-President for Women and Family Affairs Massoumeh Ebtekar has denied having ever been to the United States since the 1979 Islamic Revolution of Iran, rejecting a claim raised by Washington Post.

“Europe’s Interests in Danger If It Remains Indifferent to Trump Policies”

Iran says the incumbent US administration will definitely harm Europe’s interests if it keeps silent over Trump’s policies.

Iran So Powerful that Trump Cannot Talk of War: IRGC

The lieutenant commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says Iran is so powerful these days that the US President cannot even talk of waging a war against the Islamic Republic.

Iranian, American Girls Play “Friendly” Football Match in Italy

While US President Donald Trump has been making threats against Iran on a daily basis, the female footballers of Iran and the US played a friendly match to show the two nations are at peace with each other.

Trump’s Remarks on Arab States Humiliation of Muslim World: Iran Leader

Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Khamenei says the US President's claim that some Muslim countries cannot survive without Washington’s help is a humiliation of Muslim countries.

Staffer Wounded in Attack on Iran Interests Section in US; Assailant Arrested

An individual attacking the interests section of Iran in Washington, D.C., with firearm and cold weapon was arrested by the US police after injuring a staffer.

Regional Peace Not Possible Unless US Leaves Mideast: Iran

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has lashed out at the US policies in the Middle East and West Asia saying that peace will not be restored to the region unless the US leaves the region.

Oliver Stone Blasts Western Media for Portraying Negative Image of Putin

Acclaimed American writer and filmmaker Oliver Stone, in a workshop in Tehran, has hailed Russian President Vladimir Putin as a ‘great politician’, rapping Western media for offering a negative picture of him based on biased ideologies.

Era of Hegemonic Influence Long Gone: Iran FM

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the era of zero sum games is long gone.

Iran Vows “Stunning” Response to Return of US Sanctions

Iran’s nuclear chief says the country is ready to give an “stunning” response to a possible return of unilateral US sanctions on Iran, expressing hope the US administration will “come to its senses”.

Iran Not to Let US Hostility Harm Its National Interests: Araqchi

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Seyyed Abbas Araqchi says Iran will not allow the United States’ hostility towards the county and the nuclear deal harm the interests of the Islamic Republic.

Iran FM Due in New York for Six-Day Visit

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif will visit the US city of New York on Thursday to attend a high-level UN meeting and a session of the Council on Foreign Relations.

Plane Carrying First Group of Brazilian Tourists Lands in Iran

The first Brazilian tourist plane, chartered by Pasargad Tours Company, has landed in Iran’s Shiraz airport on Saturday.

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