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Former Parliament chief: Iran should not tie affairs to Trump 

The former speaker of the Iranian Parliament and a current member of the country's Expediency Council emphasized that with Donald Trump’s re-election as US President, the Islamic Republic of Iran should not link its affairs to him, saying that such individuals lack substantial value.

IRGC chief commander: Resistance grandeur led to changes in US leadership 

The commander-in-chief of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) says that the power of Palestinian resistance in Gaza has changed the US government, citing Republican Donald Trump’s victory in the recent US presidential election.

Iran signs key agreements during communications minister’s visit to Cuba, Venezuela 

Iran’s Minister of Communications Sattar Hashemi has recently concluded a "productive" six-day trip to Cuba and Venezuela, aimed at enhancing technological diplomacy. 

Iran’s president says no matter who has won the US  vote 

The Iranian President, in his first reaction to Donald Trump's victory in the US presidential election, emphasized that for Iran, it has never mattered who becomes the US president as the country relies on domestic power.

Iraq’s FM denies reports Iran planning attack on Israel from Iraqi territory

Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein has dismissed reports suggesting that Iran is planning a retaliatory operation on Israel from Iraqi soil. 

Iran’s Zarif hopes Trump to terminate conflicts as promised during campaign 

The strategic deputy to Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian has reacted to Donald Trump’s return to the White House, hoping the US president-elect would remain committed to his pledge of staying away from war during his tenure as promised during the presidential campaign. 

Israeli Parliament passes law to deport families of Palestinians involved in attacks against settlers

The Knesset (Israel’s parliament) passed a new controversial law Thursday that allows the deportation of family members of Palestinians involved in attacks against Israelis.

Trump’s team seeks postponing Ukraine’s NATO membership for at least 2 decades: Report

One idea within US President-elect Donald Trump's team for ending Russia's war involves delaying Ukraine's NATO membership for at least 20 years in exchange for continued arms supplies, the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) has reported, citing three sources close to Trump.

Ex-Iranian MP: Trump’s election similar to Taliban return to power

A former Iranian Parliament member likened Donald Trump re-election as the US president to the Taliban’s return to power in Afghanistan.

Iranian analyst deplores failure to restore JCPOA following Trump re-election

A veteran Iranian journalist and political analyst says Iran had almost four years since US President Donald Trump left the White House in January 2021 to revive the moribund but vital nuclear deal with the West, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).

Biden rushing to deliver billions in remaining aid to Ukraine ahead of Trump’s inauguration

The administration of Joe Biden is planning to rush the delivery of the remaining $6 billion in US military aid to Ukraine ahead of the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump in January 2025, Politico has reported.

Ayatollah Khamenei: Resistance will definitely emerge victorious

The Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has paid tribute to the leaders and commanders of the resistance movements in Lebanon and Palestine, saying the legacy they left will finally come out triumphant against the Israeli regime and its allies.

Iran’s envoy calls on UN General Assembly to suspend Israel’s membership

Iran’s ambassador to the United Nations has urged the UN General Assembly to suspend Israel’s membership in response to Tel Aviv’s ongoing crimes against Palestinians, including its banning the operations of the the world body agency for Palestinian refugees.

Iran police chief: All militants in Taftan terrorist attack killed or arrested

The head of Iran’s Law Enforcement Force says that all agents involved in the recent deadly terrorist attack in Iran’s southeastern town of Taftan  have been taken out or detained.

Israel preventing return of forcibly expelled Palestinians to north Gaza: Report

The Israeli army has no intention of allowing the return of forcibly expelled Palestinians to the northern part of the Gaza Strip, which is facing a campaign of ethnic cleansing according to rights groups.

Iran shrugs off re-election of Trump

The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman, in his first official reaction after Donald Trump won the U.S. presidential election and returned to the White House, said on Thursday that the only thing that matters for Tehran is “the performance of the U.S. government.”

Iranian daily lays into President Pezeshkian’s Information Council head for “overreliance on U.S.”

The Iranian principlist newspaper Kayhan has launched a strong critique against Elias Hazrati, head of the Government's Information Council, over his stance on relations with the United States.

Iran considering national day for Persian Gulf trio islands

The Iranian government is contemplating a proposal to designate as a national day the anniversary of the British withdrawal from Abu Musa, Greater Tunb, and Lesser Tunb islands in the Persian Gulf

Taliban hopes for “a new chapter of relations” with US after Trump election victory

Afghanistan’s Taliban has announced it hopes for “a new chapter of relations” with the US after President-elect Donald Trump’s win.

UNRWA head cautions UN agency for Palestinians facing its ‘darkest hour’

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) is facing its “darkest hour” and requires ongoing support from UN members after Israel’s decision to ban the aid organisation, its chief has warned.

PSG soccer fans unfurl giant ‘Free Palestine’ banner

Days before a soccer match between France and the Israeli regime, Paris-Saint Germain fans unveiled a huge Free Palestine banner before their Champions League game against Atletico Madrid kicked off on Wednesday. 

Netanyahu and Trump discuss ‘Iranian threat’

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu discussed the "Iranian threat" in a call with US president-elect Donald Trump on Wednesday as the wars in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon show no sign of easing.

Former Iranian envoy: Tehran needs to talk to Washington after Trump’s victory

Former Iranian ambassador to Germany says Iran can negotiate with US President-elect Donald Trump after he takes office through various channels.

IAEA chief says likely to visit Iran soon

The head of the UN nuclear watchdog, Rafael Grossi, said on Wednesday he might head to Tehran in the coming days to discuss Iran's nuclear program with the country's officials.

Trump’s victory to test his claim of ending Israeli war in Gaza within hours: Hamas

Donald Trump’s victory in the US presidential election puts to the test his earlier statements that he could end the war in the Gaza Strip within hours, senior Hamas official Sami Abu Zuhri told Reuters news agency.