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Iran Says US Withdrawal from JCPOA Not that Simple

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson said a US withdrawal from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) is not as easy as it may seem, warning of the “painful” response that Washington would have to face if it does leave the deal.

Early Results Herald Victory for Hezbollah, Allies in Lebanese Elections

Lebanon’s Hezbollah resistance movement and its political allies looked set to win more than half the seats in Lebanon’s first parliamentary election in nine years, according to preliminary results cited by politicians and Lebanese media.

Afghanistan Has Pledged to Supply Iran’s Water Share: Zarif

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said Afghanistan has pledged to let Iran have its share of water from the Hirmand River and the supply for feeding Hamoon wetlands.

Voting Begins in Lebanon in First General Election in 9 Years

Polling booths opened in Lebanon on Sunday for the country’s first parliamentary election in nine years.

“War on Iran Unlikely Given Islamic Republic’s Prowess”

A senior Iranian official has strongly ruled out the possibility of a war against the Islamic Republic given enemies' awareness of Iran's "political strength and its military and security preparedness."

Iran Commemorates First Anniversary of Deadly Mine Blast

Coal miners earn a living at ‘Zemestan-Yurt’ mine in Iran’s northeastern province of Golestan one year after a blast that killed 43 of their comrades and wounded many others.

Iran Learns Its Opponents at AFC Asian Cup 2019

Iran national football team has learned its opponents at the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 Group Stage.

Iran Praises Kurds for Standing against US, Israel in Syria

Ali Akbar Velayati, an international adviser to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, said the Kurdish people of Syria proved that they would never allow the US and Israel to gain a foothold in the war-hit country.

Tehran International Book Fair Officially Kicks Off

The 31st edition of the Tehran International Book Fair (TIBF) opened in the Iranian capital on Tuesday with publishers from Iran and foreign countries in attendance.

Source Rejects Reports on Death of Iranians in Syria Missile Attack

An informed source denied reports about a missile attack on an Iranian “military base” in Syria and deaths of Iranian military advisers in the Arab country.

Telegram to Be Fully Blocked in Iran Based on Court Ruling

The Iranian Judiciary has issued an order completely banning the use of the Telegram messaging application over the harm it has done to the country’s security, culture and economy during the past few years.

Iran, Turkey to Integrate Bank Cards

Following a national currency swap deal that was recently implemented, Iran and Turkey are now pursuing the integration of bank cards in a move aimed at helping the massive flow of tourists traveling between the two nations.

Enemies Trying to Make Iranians Disappointed: Rouhani

Iran's President Hassan Rouhani has underlined the importance of being optimistic about the country's future, saying the enemies are trying to create despair among the nation.

Suspects in Tehran Parliament Attack Appear in Court

The main defendant in the June 2017 attacks in Tehran by Daesh (ISIL) terrorist group went to trial on Sunday morning, after Tehran’s prosecutor general brought criminal charges against all eight defendants in the first court session.

Iran Army Chief Blasts Western Calls for Missile Talks

Iran’s Army Commander Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi denounced recent Western requests for talks with the Islamic Republic on the country’s missile power as “nothing new” and reaffirmed that the issue will never be subject to negotiation.

Fajr Int’l Film Festival Wraps Up in Tehran

The 36th edition of Fajr International Film Festival ended work on Thursday in a special ceremony held in the Iranian capital’s Vahdat Hall.

Persepolis FC Lifts Iran Pro League’s Title Trophy

Persepolis football team lifted Iran Professional League (IPL) trophy at the end of Sepidrood match in Tehran.

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.

It’s Time for World Powers to Stop Hegemonic Illusions: Iran

Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the time has come to move away from hegemonic illusions which are causing strife in the Middle East.

Iran to Use Qatar, Instead of UAE, as Its Hawala Trade Hub

Iran will use Qatar to facilitate payment orders in foreign currencies, phasing out such operations in Dubai where restrictions imposed by the UAE government are making financial transactions difficult.

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 Assumes Presidency of Indian Ocean Naval Symposium

The Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) 2018 kicked off in Tehran, marking the greatest military conference in Iran’s history.

Iran Prepared to Help Syria in Post-War Reconstruction: President

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the Islamic Republic is fully prepared to help Syria with the reconstruction of the war-ravaged country.

Number of Beheadings in Saudi Arabia Rises by 70%

Amid mounting criticism of Saudi Arabia over its human rights record, a new report by a nonprofit organization shows that the number of beheadings in the kingdom during the first quarter of 2018 rose by over 70 percent compared to the same period last year.

Israel to Be Annihilated in Case of Aggression against Iran: IRGC

The lieutenant commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) cautioned the Israeli regime against its “annihilation” in case of any aggression against the Islamic Republic, saying that Israeli airbases are within the reach of Iranian strikes.

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