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Iran’s COVID-19 Cases ‘Gradually Rising’ as Number of ‘Orange’ Cities Surges

An Iranian coronavirus official says the disease has begun to gradually rear its ugly head again in certain provinces.

Iran Planning to Replace POS Terminals with Smartphone Payment System

The Central Bank of Iran (CBI) will soon unveil a project whereby customers will use their mobile phones for shopping at stores instead of making payments via POS machines.

Iran Begins Construction Work for Major Petrochemical Facility

Ground was broken on Saturday for the construction of a new petrochemical complex in the western Iranian province of Kermanshah with a total budget of $550 million.

Iran to Begin COVID-19 Vaccination in Coming Days: Rouhani

Iran's president says the country will begin coronavirus vaccination based on set priorities in the coming days.

Enemy Failed to Halt Iran’s Economic Progress: VP

An Iranian vice president says the enemies were seeking to put the brakes on the nation’s economic progress, but to no avail.

Iran’s Parliament Speaker to Convey Message to Putin in Russia Trip  

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Qalibaf is to leave for Russia on February 7, 2021 on a three-day visit, where he is going to deliver a message to the Russian president.

Iran Welcomes Formation of Executive Council in Libya

Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman has welcomed the formation of a temporary executive council in Libya.

Iran DM Blames Hegemonic Powers for Insecurity in West Asia

Iran’s Defence Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami says hegemonic powers are the key contributors to terrorism and insecurity in West Asia.

Iranian, Thai Foreign Ministers Hold Phone Talks

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif had a phone conversation with Don Pramudwinai, the deputy prime minister and minister of foreign affairs of Thailand, on Friday.

COVID-19 Outbreak in Iran: 80 New Deaths, +7,000 New Cases Identified

Iran’s Health Ministry spokeswoman has reported 80 new deaths caused by the novel coronavirus, and 7,061 new cases of infection in the past 24 hours.

Iran Strongly Condemns Belgian Court’s Jail Term against Its Diplomat

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh has categorically denounced a Belgian court’s ruling against Iranian diplomat Assadollah Assadi.

Over 7,000 Iranians Contract Coronavirus in 24 Hours

Iran’s Health Ministry spokeswoman has confirmed 7,040 new cases of COVID-19 infection in 24 hours, increasing the total number of cases to 1,445,326.

ICJ Ruling ‘Legal Victory’ for Iran: President Rouhani

The Iranian president has described as a “major legal victory” for Iran the International Court of Justice (ICJ)’s decision to review the case brought by Tehran against the US.

World Order Must Be Re-Engineered Based on New Emerging Powers: Iran DM  

Iran's defence minister has highlighted the necessity of re-engineering the world order on the basis of the new emerging powers and to dismiss the conventional polarizations.

Iran Puts into Service Five Major Industrial Projects  

Iran's president has officially inaugurated five major projects of the Ministry of Industry, Mines and Trade.

Iranian, Indian Defence Ministers Call for Closer Mutual Security Cooperation

Iran’s Defence Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami has sat down for talks with his Indian counterpart Rajnath Singh.

Iran Congratulates Sri Lanka on Independence Day

The Iranian president has expressed congratulations on Sri Lanka’s Independence Day.

Iran’s Defence Chief Meets Indian Top General

Iran’s Defence Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami has sat down with India’s Chief of Defence Staff Bipin Rawat.

ICJ’s Rejection of US Objections Another Legal Win for Iran: Zarif

The Iranian foreign minister says the International Court of Justice's rejection of the United States’ objections in a lawsuit brought by Tehran against Washington is yet another victory for Iran.

ICJ Dismisses US Objections on Iran Sanctions Case: Spokesman

Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman says the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in the Hague has announced that it has jurisdiction over a case on violations of the 1955 Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation and Mutual Assistance, rejecting all the US objections in this regard.

Another Popular Footballer Dies of COVID-19 in Iran

Ali Ansarian, a former defender playing for the Iranian national team and Persepolis and a popular public figure, has died of COVID-19 at the age of 43.

Iran Opposed to Any Foreign Interference in Iraq’s Affairs: Rouhani

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has expressed Tehran’s opposition to any foreign interference in the international affairs of Iraq, describing it as detrimental to the whole region.

Expulsion of US Forces from Iraq Best Reaction to Soleimani Killing: Zarif

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif told his Iraqi counterpart Fuad Hussein that the US forces must be expelled from the Arab country in reaction to the assassination of Iranian anti-terror commander Qassem Soleimani and his Iraqi comrade Abu Mahdi al-Muhandis.

Europe, US Engaged in Talks on Iran: Official

A senior Iranian official says Europe has in the past few weeks been engaged more actively with the United States on Iran and the nuclear deal.

Rouhani Urges Biden Admin to Abide by UNSC Resolution 2231, Int’l Law

The Iranian president says the new US administration should comply with the UN Security Council resolution that endorsed the 2015 Iran nuclear deal.