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White House holds meeting over re-designating Yemenis as terror group

The White House National Security Council is more open to redesignate the Houthis as a terrorist organization, while the US State Department supports targeting specific Yemeni leaders with sanctions, informed sources told Axios.

Rights activists blast Israel for ‘enforcing apartheid’ on Palestinians

At least 277 human rights groups and civil society organizations have denounced Israel for committing what they call the crime of apartheid against Palestinians. They say Tel Aviv must be held accountable for such a practice.

Day 10 of Fajr Intl. Film Festival: Round-up

Day 10 of the International Fajr Film Fetival saw the screening of Zed – Against – directed by Amir Abbas Rabiei, which recounts a key moment in the early days of the Islamic revolution in Iran, and Khaen Koshi – Killing a Traitor - director by renowned Iranian film maker Masoud Kimiai, but even they failed to appease critics and heat up the festival.

President Raisi: US adherence to Trump’s policies main hurdle to Vienna talks

Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi says the US refusal to cease sticking to former president Donald Trump’s failed policies is the main hurdle to acceptable progress in the Vienna talks.

Iran’s service sector inflation rate hits record high

Iran’s service inflation rate reportedly hit a record high in the autumn of 2021.

Report: Next Daesh leader to emerge from battle-hardened Iraqis

The next leader of the Daesh terror group is likely to be from the circle close to battle-hardened Iraqi militants who emerged in the aftermath of the 2003 U.S. invasion, two Iraqi security officials and three independent analysts say.

Biden administration says to cooperate with Congress over Iran

The White House has reached out at all levels to members of US Congress as well as their staff to discuss Washington’s approach to Iran, an American diplomat confirms. It comes after dozens of senators from the Republican Party called on the administration to relay the terms of any new deal with Tehran to the Congress for approval.

Iran records nearly 40k daily Covid infections for 3rd straight day

Iran has recorded nearly 40,000 new coronavirus infections for the third straight day as the Omicron variant of the virus wreaks havoc in the country.

US says it has until end of Feb. to salvage JCPOA

Washington believes it has until the end of February to salvage the Iran nuclear agreement, otherwise the US will have to change track and launch aggressive efforts to prevent Tehran from obtaining a nuclear weapon, according to three administration officials. Iran has repeatedly said it will not accept any deadline, while seeking a good and prompt agreement.

Iran parliament sounds alarm over key economic indicators

A report by the Iranian parliament’s center for research show capital inventory will be in the negative zone this Iranian calendar year to March 2022 for the third consecutive year.

Iranian commander: Sistan and Balouchestan border calm

The Commander of Iranian law enforcement has said Iran’s borders in Sistan and Balouchestan Province are stable and secure thanks to round-the-clock efforts by security forces and tribesmen.

Iran’s leader appoints new advisor on army affairs

Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has issued a decree appointing former Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami as his advisor on army affairs.

Iranian company produces fire-delayer coating for buildings

It’s now possible to protect buildings with steel structures from fire with Iranian-made products. A knowledge-based company has succeeded in producing a coating for metal buildings that delays reaching a critical temperature. Mohammad Amir Karimi, CEO of Abtik Pooshesh Aria Knowledge-based Company, said the fire-resistant coating of this company has very good physical, mechanical and chemical properties.

Iran dismantles organized fuel smuggling cell in Persian Gulf

An Iranian judiciary official says an organized fuel smuggling ring operating in the Persian Gulf was identified and destroyed during a raid by naval forces of the Islamic republic of Iran.

AEOI’s director: Production of nuclear fuel easy task for Iran

The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran says production of nuclear fuel with different purity levels is a child’s play for the country.

Iran, Finland stress anti-terror fight, bilateral judicial ties

Senior officials from Iran and Finland have emphasized the need to step up the fight against terrorists and expand bilateral relations in the legal and judicial areas.

Poll finds majority of Israeli settlers ready to exit WB

Many Israeli settlers say they are ready to evacuate their settlements if Israel reaches a peace agreement with the Palestinians, according to a recent study carried out by Israel's Bar Ilan and Richman universities.

Shamkhani: Divisions in US show lack of unity in Washington over deal in Vienna

The secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council has said there are divisions within the US ruling system over its return to the 2015 nuclear deal, officially known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, JCPOA.

Iran unveils new strategic long-range, precision missile

The Iranian military has unveiled a strategic long-range, precision missile with higher maneuverability and reduced launch time

US says Russian invasion of Ukraine could create instability in ME

The U.S. Army general tapped to take over as top commander in the Middle East has warned if Russia invades Ukraine, it could create broader instability in the Middle East, including Syria.

Journalists rush to cover Vienna talks amid speculation of ‘final deal’

Journalists have flocked back to the Palais Hotel Coburg in Vienna, where negotiators from Iran and the P4+1 group of states have gathered for a new round of talks on reviving the 2015 nuclear deal.

New Iran-made test kit can detect COVID-19 in 20 seconds

Iranian experts have designed and developed a test kit capable of detecting infection with the coronavirus within only 20 seconds and with high accuracy.

Iran produces saffron-based medicine against Alzheimer’s disease

Iran produces saffron-based medicine against Alzheimer’s disease

EU optimistic about resolving differences over JCPOA

European diplomats are optimistic about efforts by Iran and the US to close remaining differences on steps to revive the 2015 nuclear deal in the near future, EU high representative for foreign affairs Josep Borrell says.

Iran’s VP: Knowledge-based momentum law to cause ecosystem of innovation to boom

During a visit by Iran’s vice president for science and technology to the exhibition of Iranian-made technologies, knowledge-based and creative companies have presented their achievements.