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Iran Has PhD in Bypassing Sanctions: FM Zarif

Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Iran will do its utmost to export oil after the US tightened its sanctions against the country, stressing that the Islamic Republic — which has been the target of cruel American bans for decades — has gained much experience in going around such restrictive measures.

Iran, Allies Won’t Let Insecurity Return to Region: DM

Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami said the country and its allies in the Middle East, Iraq in particular, will never allow outsiders to bring insecurity into the region again.

Iran Slams US’ Silence over Saudi Execution of 37 Men in One Day

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif criticized the Trump administration for turning a blind eye to Saudi crimes, saying that being a member of the B team - Bolton, Bin Salman, Bin Zayed and "Bibi" - gives immunity for any crime.

Leader: Terror Groups Trying to ‘Contaminate’ Iran-Pakistan Ties

The Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says terrorist groups backed by enemies of Iran and Pakistan seek to cause tension in the two countries' relations, adding that mutual relations must be bolstered in spite of the enemies’ will.

US Retreats from Threat to Penalize Any Business with IRGC

The United States has largely carved out exceptions so that foreign governments, firms, and NGOs do not automatically face US sanctions for dealing with Iran’s IRGC after its designation by Washington as a “terrorist group”, according to three current and three former US officials.

US to Announce End of Sanctions Waivers for Iran Oil Imports

The United States is to announce that all importers of Iranian oil will have to end their imports shortly or face US sanctions, a report says.

Families of Iranian Terror Victims Pen Letter to Pakistani PM

An Iranian organization representing the families of Iranian victims of terrorism has pleaded with Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan to enact stricter security measures on Pakistan’s border with Iran to prevent Pakistani-based terrorists from attempting attacks on Iranian territory.

Iranian Navy Commander in China for Military Talks

Iranian Navy Commander Rear Admiral Hossein Khanzadi has travelled to China to attend the upcoming 70th anniversary of the founding of the Chinese People's Liberation Army Navy.

Iran Identified 290 CIA Spies, Made Arrests: Intelligence Minister

Iran has identified 290 CIA agents across different countries, forcing the US to form a special committee to reassess its cloak-and-dagger operations, Intelligence Minister Mahmoud Alavi says.

Iran Holds Joint Naval Drills with IRGC

Military forces of Iran and Oman have held joint naval rescue and relief exercises in the waters of Oman as the two neighbors move to build stronger relations.

Trump’s Veto of Yemen War Bill Shows Israeli Influence in US: Iran

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif denounced the US president’s veto of a congressional resolution to end US military assistance for Saudi Arabia's war on Yemen, saying it demonstrates the alarming influence of the Zionist lobbies on America’s politics.

Region’s Fate Unclear Had Iran Not Fought ISIS: Leader

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the region would have been facing an unclear fate had it not been for the Iranian Armed Forces’ efforts against Dash terrorists.

US Enjoyed 16 Years of Peace in Its 242-Year History: Carter

Former US President Jimmy Carter says President Donald Trump has spoken with him about China because the current US leader was worried that Beijing overtaking the US economically, saying America’s endless wars may lead to China superseding the US.

Flood-Hit People of Iran Saved by IRGC Vehicles: Commander

The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Ground Force has saved people stranded in Iran’s southwestern rural areas with military personnel carriers, a top commander said.

Saudi, UAE Offer Help to Victims of Iran Floods

Saudi Arabia and the UAE have offered to help flood victims in Iran days after welcoming US blacklisting of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), which plays the central role in relief efforts.

Iran FM Pens Letter to UN Chief on US’ Blacklisting of IRGC

In a letter to the UN chief, Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif cautioned that the US and a number of puppet regimes will be held accountable for the dire consequences of the adventurous move to blacklist the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC).

Sudanese Protesters Force Long-Time Leader to Resign

A Sudanese government source says President Omar al-Bashir has stepped down and that consultations are underway to form a transitional council.

IRGC Seizes Oil Tanker Smuggling Biggest Haul of Fuel at Hormuz Strait

The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) busted a major fuel smuggling ring in Iran’s southern waters after its naval forces confiscated an oil tanker containing a big haul of smuggled fuel at the Strait of Hormuz.

US, Observers Surprised by Increase in Iran’s Oil Exports

Iranian exports of crude oil and condensate have surged to levels near before sanctions, surprising market observers and affording the country an important victory in a US “economic war” on Tehran.

Villages Evacuated as Huge Dam on Iran’s Karkhe River Overflows

The governor of Iran’s southwestern province of Khuzestan said a major dam on the Karkhe river has overflown and local residents in a number of cities and villages, including Soosangerd, have been ordered to leave their homes.

Enemies Plotting to Disrupt Iran’s Forex Market, Chief Banker Warns

Governor of the Central Bank of Iran (CBI) Abdonnaser Hemmati said enemies have hatched secret plots to hit the country’s foreign exchange market, calling for more efforts to foil the conspiracies.

Veteran Iranian Actor Laid to Rest after Massive Funeral

Iran has bid farewell to Jamshid Mashayekhi, one of its most renowned movie stars who died on April 03 at the age of 85.

Iran Leader Urges Iraq to Make US Troops Leave ASAP

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the Baghdad government should expel US forces from Iraq as soon as possible.

Villages in Iran’s Khuzestan Ordered to Evacuate over Flood Risk

Officials in Iran’s southwestern province of Khuzestan ordered residents in 14 villages on the banks of two swollen rivers to evacuate.

IAEA Inspectors Visit Iranian Site that Exposed Bibi’s Lie: Report

The UN nuclear agency says it has inspected a site in Tehran which Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu last year described as a “secret atomic warehouse” but it turned out to be a carpet cleaning facility.

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