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Russia blames Trump, Biden for acceleration of Iran nuclear program

Permanent Representative of Russia to International Organizations in Vienna Mikhail Ulyanov has criticized current and former US presidents for their policies with regards to Tehran. He said that Washington's approach only caused speedy expansion of the Iranian nuclear program.

UN says unable to confirm IAEA’s report over Iran 84% enrichment

A spokesman for the United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has said that the world body is unable to confirm the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) report which claimed that Iran has enriched uranium up to 84% of purity.

Iran expells two German diplomats, declaring them persona non grata

The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman says Tehran has expelled two German diplomats after declaring them persona non grata because of the "meddling and irresponsible actions of the German government in regard to the Islamic Republic of Iran’s internal and judicial affairs."

Pentagon official says Iran could produce nuke material in less than 2 weeks

Iran could now produce "one bomb's worth of fissile material" in "about 12 days", a top US Defense Department official has claimed.

Palestine urges UNSC to stop Israeli settlers violence

Palestine’s UN Ambassador Riyad Mansour has called on the United Nations Security Council to ensure protection for Palestinians, who have increasingly come under fatal attacks by Israeli forces and settlers in the occupied West Bank.

US senator criticizes Brazil over Iran warships, calls for sanctions

US Republican Senator Ted Cruz has blasted Brazil for allowing Iranian warships to dock at a port in Rio de Janeiro. The two warships docked in Brazil over the weekend.

Iran’s unknown art of darning

Darning is a traditional and old art in our country, Iran, which came into existence alongside the art of carpet weaving, and it is a skill that can re-enliven an old carpet.

Live Update: Russia’s “Special Operation” in Ukraine; Day 371

Russia, wary of NATO’s eastward expansion, began a military campaign in Ukraine on February 24, 2022 after the Western-leaning Kiev government turned a deaf ear to Moscow’s calls for its neighbor to maintain its neutrality. In the middle of the mayhem, Moscow and Kiev are trying to hammer out a peaceful solution to the conflict. Follow the latest about the Russia-Ukraine conflict here:

IAEA says inspectors found uranium particles enriched close to 90 percent

The UN nuclear watchdog says it has detected particles of uranium enriched up just under the 90 percent needed to produce an atomic bomb. Tehran has categorically rejected claims it has enriched uranium to levels above 60 percent purity.

President Raisi: Interaction with other countries must be aimed at transferring science and technology

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has said science and technology form the bedrock of any country’s clout.

Iranian MP: People getting weaker due to rial plunge against dollar

An Iranian member of parliament has issued a stark warning about the rising inflation in the country. Kazem Delkhosh Abatari said people are becoming weaker and weaker as a result of soaring prices.

Commander: US-backed Israeli moves against Iran endangering American soldiers in region

A senior Iranian military commander has warned that any US support  for Israeli actions against Tehran would imperil the lives of American forces in the Middle East.

Iran registers Covid zero deaths in 24 hours

The death toll from the Coronavirus pandemic in Iran stayed unchanged at 144,845 with another zero deaths over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Tuesday.

Russia says Munich Security Conference losing importance in absence of Tehran, Moscow

A senior Russian diplomat says the exclusion of Tehran and Moscow from the 2023 Munich Security Conference shows that the annual summit is losing its significance in evaluating the current international situation and offering solutions to security challenges.

Iran’s air defense systems successfully destroy targets during drills

Air defense units of Iran’s Army and Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) stage joint maneuvers, featuring domestically-developed missile shield systems and military hardware.

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman condemns Israeli attacks on Palestinians

The Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman has strongly condemned the recent attack by the Israeli settlers on the Palestinian people in the Hawarah settlement and the subrubs of the West Bank city of Nablu and their torching of Palestinian homes and properties.

Pirouz, Iran’s rare cheetah cub, dies of kidney failure

Pirouz, Iran’s popular Asiatic cheetah cub, dies at a veterinary hospital due to kidney failure, dealing a blow to hopes of saving the endangered species.

US says did not send message to Iran over JCPOA talks

US State Department spokesman Ned Price says the administration of President Joe Biden did not send any message to Tehran over the resumption of the talks aimed at reviving the Iran 2015 nuclear deal.

Iranian daily: Govt. must openly declare neutrality in Ukraine war

An Iranian daily urges the government to openly declare neutrality in the Russian war on Ukraine, saying failure to fulfill such a “definitive duty” has caused trouble for the country.

Iran’s air defense forces practice protecting sensitive sites as drills kick off

Air defense units of Iran’s Army and Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) stage joint maneuvers, featuring domestically-developed missile shield systems and military hardware.

Brazil allows Iranian warships to dock in Rio despite US pressure

The government of Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has allowed a flotilla comprised of two Iranian warships to dock in Rio de Janeiro, defying US pressure to bar them.

Live Update: Russia’s “Special Operation” in Ukraine; Day 370

Russia, wary of NATO’s eastward expansion, began a military campaign in Ukraine on February 24, 2022 after the Western-leaning Kiev government turned a deaf ear to Moscow’s calls for its neighbor to maintain its neutrality. In the middle of the mayhem, Moscow and Kiev are trying to hammer out a peaceful solution to the conflict. Follow the latest about the Russia-Ukraine conflict here:

Top Iran commander: Enemies turned to hybrid war after numerous defeats

The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Quds Force has said the enemies, frustrated with the failure of their plots against Iran, have resorted to extensive psychological operations as part of their hybrid war.

Covid in Iran: 122 new cases, 3 deaths

The Iranian Health Ministry figures on Monday showed that 122 people had tested positive for the Coronavirus over the past 24 hours. The deadly disease has also killed 3 patients during the period.

IRGC Chief: US presence in region inflicts insecurity and instability

The chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Hossein Salami says the Americans bring about insecurity and instability wherever they are.