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EU’s Threat to Leave JCPOA ‘Laughable’: Iran

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi says the European powers’ alleged threat to exit the 2015 Iran nuclear deal if Iran further reduces its commitments is “unacceptable” as it would be a “compensation of Iran’s compensatory measure”.

Iran, Switzerland Discuss Consular Affairs in Tehran

Director of the Consular Directorate of the Swiss Confederation Johannes Matyassy and the Iranian Foreign Ministry’s Director General for Consular Affairs Ali-Asghar Mohammadi have held negotiations in Tehran on Sunday, September 29.

EU Tells Iran Can’t Do Anything without Trump Permission: Zarif

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has lashed out at the European countries for their failure to adopt positions independent of the US regarding the Iran nuclear deal.

Iran Urges Saudi Arabia to Accept Yemeni Truce Offer

Iran’s Foreign Ministry has called on the Saudi government to accept a proposal from Yemen’s National Salvation Government for a truce and to halt the cruel war against people of Yemen.

Yemen Provides Details of Large Operation against Saudis

The Spokesman for Yemeni Armed Forces has given more details of a large-scale military operation that the Yemeni fighters have recently launched against Saudi-led troops and mercenaries in the kingdom, saying the Saudi casualties have reached 500.

Iranian Feature Wins Top Award at North Korean Festival

Iranian movie "Orange Days", directed by Arash Lahouti, has won the Best Film Award at Pyongyang International Film Festival in North Korea.

US Will Deprive Iranians of Water and Oxygen If It Can: DM

Iran’s defence minister says the US would even deprive Iranian people of access to water and oxygen in order to advance its so-called ‘maximum pressure’ policy against the Islamic Republic.

FM Zarif Says Contacted by Several Members of US Congress

The Iranian foreign minister says he has received phone calls from a number of US legislators during his recent stay in New York.

Italian Embassy Hosting Joint Iran-Italy Art Project

The exterior wall of the Italian Embassy in Tehran is playing host to a joint Iran-Italy artistic project.

UAE Seems Angered by Oman’s Support for Iran’s Peace Plan

The UAE media seem to be outraged by Omani minister responsible for foreign affairs’ announcement that Muscat will consider supporting Iranian President Hassan Rouhani’s Persian Gulf security plan, known as the “Hormuz Peace Endeavour.”

President Rouhani Due in Armenia to Attend Eurasia Summit

Iran’s president is to travel to Armenia to take part in the summit of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) in Yerevan on October 1, 2019.

JCPOA Worthless If Iran Can’t Reap Benefits: Iran Official

An Iranian official says the 2015 Iran nuclear deal has no value for the country without the benefits and interests associated with it.

Iranian President Congratulates Turkmenistan on National Day

President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Hassan Rouhani congratulated Turkmenistan on the 28th anniversary of independence from the Soviet Union.

Iran Has No Preference in US Elections 2020: Zarif

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Tehran has no preference in the US 2020 presidential elections, denying that Iran would interfere with the upcoming votes.

Zarif Video Chats with UN Envoy Hospitalized in NY

Foreign Minister of Iran Mohammad Javad Zarif has had a video chat with the country’s UN ambassador who has been hospitalized in New York, after the US barred the top diplomat from visiting the patient.

Houthis Inflict Heavy Casualties on Saudi Troops

Yemen’s Ansarullah forces say they have inflicted heavy casualties on Saudi Arabia in a massive operation in the kingdom’s Najran province.

Rouhani Said ‘Yes’ to Real Talks, Regional Peace at UNGA

Government spokesman Ali Rabiei has, in a piece written on the official website of the Iranian government, hailed the achievements of President Hassan Rouhani’s visit to the US and his speech at the UN General Assembly.

World Space Weekdays Named after Iranian Scientists

The names of five prominent Iranian scientists, written on the surface of moon, have been selected as the title of World Space weekdays.

Afghan Film Post-Produced in Iran Picked for 2020 Oscars

The Afghan movie “Hava, Maryam, Ayesha”, directed by Sahra Karimi and championed by Angelina Jolie. is on the list of the nominations for the 92nd Academy Awards.

Al Saud Turns Arabia into Source of Terror: Iran

Iran says the Al Saud regime poses a threat to peace and security, and has turned the territory of Saudi Arabia into a source of extremism and terrorism.

Israel Surrounded by Iran, IRGC General Says

The Zionist regime of Israel has been surrounded by the Islamic Republic from all directions, a ranking commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) said, warning Israel that it will be signing its own death warrant by taking any action against Iran.

Afghan People Vote in Presidential Elections despite Threats

Voting has begun in Afghanistan's presidential election, with over nine million registered voters potentially heading to the polls amid tight security measures.

Turkey to Continue Trade with Iran Despite US Bans: Erdogan

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said it was impossible for Turkey to stop buying oil and natural gas from Iran, despite the threat of US sanctions, and added that trade between the two countries would continue, a report said.

Iran, Kazakhstan Vow to Boost Agriculture Ties

The prime minister of Kazakhstan and the minister of agriculture of Iran have called for the development of agricultural cooperation between Tehran and Nur-Sultan.

Iran Denounces US Bid to Change Globally-Recognized Rules

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Seyyed Abbas Araqchi has denounced the United States’ destructive and one-sided approach, and its attempt to change the recognized rules of the international system.

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