Wednesday, February 25, 2026

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Iran’s Ex-deputy FM: Final draft agreement reached in 2022, but delayed by Ukraine war

Ali Bagheri Kani, former political deputy at Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs under President Ebrahim Raisi, revealed that Iran and the P4+1 powers reached an agreed-upon draft to revive the 2015 nuclear deal (JCPOA) as early as March 11, 2022, but the war in Ukraine disrupted the finalization process.

FM Araghchi: Iran to negotiate with patience, without enrichment compromise

Iranian Foreign Minister, Seyyed Abbas Araghchi, said Tehran remains committed to negotiations over sanctions relief but emphasized that the Islamic Republic will not rush the process at the expense of national rights—especially the right to uranium enrichment.

Nuclear chief: Iran chooses its path based on national interests

Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), Mohammad Eslami, has said the Islamic Republic and its people determine their direction based on their own goals and interests. Eslami added that no foreign country can dictate the country’s path.

Iran marks Khorramshahr liberation anniversary

Iran commemorates the anniversary of the liberation of Khorramshahr, a key event during the Iran-Iraq War, which occurred on May 24, 1982 (3 Khordad 1361 in the Iranian calendar).

Iran’s Armed Forces mark Khorramshahr liberation anniversary with strong messages to adversaries

On the anniversary of the liberation of Khorramshahr during the Iran-Iraq War, Iran’s Army and Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) issued on Saturday statements reaffirming their readiness to defend the country and warning adversaries against hostile actions.

FM Araghchi: New round of Iran-US talks held professionally

Iranian Foreign Minister, Seyed Abbas Araghchi says the 5th round of indirect talks between Iran and the US was held in a calm and professional atmosphere.

Fifth Round of Iran-US Nuclear Talks Begins in Rome

The fifth round of indirect nuclear negotiations between Iran and the United States, chaired by the Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araqchi and US Special Representative for the Middle East Steve Witkowsky, with Oman mediating, began on Friday in Rome, Italy.

Fifth round of Iran-US talks ends, with “with progress without final conclusion”

The fifth round of indirect nuclear negotiations between Iran and the United States concluded with Oman's Foreign Minister, who mediated the talks, reporting some progress but no final agreemen

Iran Deputy Foreign Minister: US Insistence on Zero Enrichment to Lead Talks Nowhere

Majid Takht-Ravanchi, the Iranian senior nuclear negotiator and deputy foreign minister for political affairs, emphasized that if the US position in negotiations with the Islamic Republic is "zero enrichment for Iran," the talks will not lead anywhere.

Over 21 million liters of smuggled fuel seized in southern Iran port, equal to daily output of refinery

The head of Hormozgan Province's judiciary has revealed the discovery of more than 21.5 million liters of smuggled fuel stored in the southern Iranian port of Kolahi, equating the volume to the daily output of a refinery.

Iran’s armed forces warn US against miscalculations amid regional tensions

Iran’s Armed Forces General Staff issued a statement on the anniversary of the liberation of southern city of Khorramshahr, warning that the US has once again made a “strategic miscalculation” regarding Iran.

Iran FM warns Europe against snapback revival

Iranian Foreign Minister, Seyed Abbas Araqchi, emphasized that if Europeans activate the snapback mechanism in Iran’s nuclear case and revive UN sanctions against Iran, they will plunge the non-proliferation regime into a crisis.

Iran warns of “special measures” following reports of Israeli attack plans

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has condemned recent revelations by U.S. officials regarding Israeli plans to launch strikes on Iranian territory and nuclear facilities, calling them "alarming" and demanding urgent international action.

Iran-Saudi model: Zarif calls for regional cooperation in ‘post-polar world’

Former Iranian foreign minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has pointed to the recent Iran-Saudi rapprochement as a model for future cooperation in a rapidly evolving global landscape.

Former Iran president Khatami: Negotiation is not surrender; hope for reform must be preserved

Former Iranian President Seyyed Mohammad Khatami emphasized the importance of negotiation and reform in a message delivered to the sixth congress of the Isargaran (Devotees) Party, asserting that dialogue does not equate to surrender but serves the public good.

Iran warns Europe against triggering snapback sanctions mechanism

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has warned European countries against invoking the UN snapback sanctions mechanism, calling such a move a “grave mistake” with serious consequences.

Iranian president to visit Oman for high-level talks, strategic agreements

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is scheduled to make an official visit to Muscat, Oman, on May 27–28 at the invitation of Sultan Haitham bin Tariq.

Top Iranian general: Eastern border sealing progressing rapidly

Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Bagheri says the project to secure and seal Iran’s eastern borders is advancing at a fast pace.

Iran weighs participation in next round of nuclear talks, says enrichment will continue with or without deal

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi announced that the Islamic is still evaluating whether it will participate in the next round of nuclear negotiations, asserting that uranium enrichment will continue regardless of the outcome.

Iran parliament emphasizes peaceful nuclear rights, including uranium enrichment

The Iranian parliament members, in a statement, stressed the peaceful nature of Iran's nuclear program and reaffirmed that the Islamic Republic will never relinquish its nuclear rights.

Iranian parliament reapproves reduced working hours, Thursday closures to address Guardian Council concerns

In a renewed effort to address objections raised by the Guardian Council, Iran’s Parliament has once again passed legislation reducing weekly working hours and instituting Thursday closures for government offices, this time with amendments.

Further expansion of Tehran-Ashgabat ties to benefit both nations: Iran’s President

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has stated that the Islamic Republic is eager to expand ties with Turkmenistan across various fields.

Tasnim: Report on cancellation of Iran nuclear talks attributed to Foreign Ministry ‘fabricated’

According to Tasnim on Tuesday, a quote attributed to Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmail Baqaei regarding the alleged cancellation of diplomatic talks is “not authentic.” The...

Deputy Foreign Minister: Contradictory US positions affect atmosphere of talks with Iran

The Political Deputy of Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs says that contradictory statements by US officials on issues such as uranium enrichment in Iran show that the Americans themselves don’t know what they are really seeking.

FM says perspective of regional states on Iran has changed

Iran's Foreign Minister has stressed that the perspective of regional countries, particularly those in the Persian Gulf, toward Iran has significantly shifted compared to the past—a change evident in their positive stance on Iran-US negotiations.

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