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US puts sanctions on fleet involved in Iran’s oil exports

The United States has announced new sanctions on what it claims is a “shadow fleet” involved in the export of oil from Iran.

Former diplomat: EU alone cannot resolve Iran’s sanctions issue without U.S. involvement

Seyed Hossein Mousavian, a former Iranian diplomat and foreign policy expert, stated that negotiations between Iran and the three European powers are a positive and necessary step, but they are unlikely to succeed without the involvement of the United States.

Analyst: Leader advisor’s recent interview signals shift in Iran’s diplomatic approach

A political analyst believes that Ali Larijani, a seasoned Iranian politician, has recently indicated a potential shift in Iran's diplomatic strategy in an interview with a prominent news website.

Former Iranian diplomat warns of potential US-Europe collaboration against Iran

A former Iranian diplomat in New York has expressed concerns that the issue of ties with Iran might be one of the few common grounds between Europe and the Trump administration, but the two sides have the potential to unite against Iran.

Iran’s navy commander: Core US Naval units leaving region

The Commander of the Iranian Navy, Admiral Shahram Irani, gave on Sunday an update on the presence of US naval ships in West Asia, saying they are fading away from the region.

Leader’s aide says US must accept Iran’s nuclear conditions

Ali Larijani, an advisor to Iran’s Leader, says if the US wants to impose its restrictions on Iran’s nuclear program, it has to agree to Tehran’s conditions as a compensation.

Iran dismisses ‘baseless’ claims by US, UK over regional tensions, Ukraine war

Iran’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations hit back at the United States and the United Kingdom for shifting the blame for their support for the Israeli genocidal crimes in the Gaza Strip by leveling unfounded accusations against Tehran.

Unscheduled visit by Qatari prime minister to Tehran sparks speculation

Reports emerged by Iranian daily Donya-e Eqtesad suggest that the Qatari Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs made an unannounced visit to Tehran Wednesday. Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani is said to have met with Iranian officials, including Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi.

US maximum pressure against Iran will fail again: Deputy FM

A deputy Iranian foreign minister has stated that any bids by the administration of US President-elect Donald Trump to re-impose “maximum pressure” policy against Tehran will be met with “maximum resistance” on the part of the Islamic Republic.

Analyst: Economic incentives can reduce Tehran-Washington tensions

A former member of Iran's parliament has highlighted the importance of economic incentives in shaping Iran's relations with the administration of US president-elect Donald Trump, saying many indications bode well.

Former VP hopeful President Pezeshkian will negotiate with Trump administration, tackle foreign policy issues

Iran’s former vice president for women and family affairs Masoumeh Ebtekar has expressed confidence in the Pezeshkian administration's ability to tackle a myriad of domestic and foreign policy challenges, including to negotiate with a Republican government in the US under Donald Trump.

Negotiations with Europe may begin soon: Iran

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi has said Tehran is ready to resume nuclear talks and that negotiations with Europe may begin soon.

Iran denies meeting between UN envoy, Elon Musk

The Iranian Foreign Ministry has dismissed claims of a meeting between Elon Musk, a close aide to US president-elect Donald Trump, and Iran's permanent representative to the UN, Amir Saeed Iravani.

Iran reaffirms commitment to pursuing legal action regarding assassination of General Soleimani

Iran's permanent mission to the United Nations has announced that Tehran is resolved to legally pursue assassination case of top anti-terror commander General Qassem Soleimani who was killed by the United States in Iraq nearly five years ago.

Iran and the US: Hope for de-escalation through new diplomacy?

In a surprising turn of events, unofficial reports have surfaced about a meeting between Elon Musk, a prominent figure close to US President-elect Donald Trump, and Iran's permanent representative to the UN, Amir Saeed Iravani.

EX MP: Iran should not relinquish diplomacy with US

A former Iranian MP says US President-elect Donald Trump will try to create a diplomatic channel with Iran while resorting to the maximum pressure policy vis-à-vis Iran, and, for this reason, Tehran should not relinquish diplomacy with Washington.

Lebanon bombing victims’ Iran judgment overturned by US appeals court

A US appeals court has thrown out a $1.68 billion judgment against Iran's central bank that had been won by family members of troops killed and injured in the 1983 bombing of the American Marine Corps barracks in Beirut.

Trump taps Iran hawk Marco Rubio for secretary of state

US President-elect Donald Trump made official his choice to nominate Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) as secretary of state on Wednesday, slotting his former rival into his administration’s top diplomatic role.

US charges CIA official with leaking document on Israeli attack on Iran

The United States has charged a man who worked for the CIA overseas with leaking a classified document last month that assessed Israeli preparations for an attack against Iran.

Political analyst: Iran should not reject talks with US

A seasoned Iranian journalist and political analyst says after Donald Trump won US presidential election, Iran should not engage in dialogue with the US at any cost, but added ruling out altogether is neither beneficial for the country nor acceptable to the people.

Iran cautions US against resumption of ‘maximum pressure’ campaign

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi has cautioned the United States against the resumption of its so-called "maximum pressure" campaign against Iran, stressing Washington’s previous bids to oppress Tehran have only failed.

Iran does not rule out direct talks with US, advises Trump to avoid past mistakes

The Iranian government spokeswoman has not ruled out direct Iran-US talks under the new US administration, saying the Islamic Republic will pursue any path that serves the country's interests and expediencies.

Trump chooses Iran hawk as UN ambassador

US President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Republican Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, a staunch ally of Israel and a foreign policy hawk, to serve as the next US envoy to the United Nations.

US claims attacks in Syria targeted ‘Iranian backed groups’

The US military has carried out airstrikes against targets in Syria in what the US Central Command (CENTCOM) claimed was a response to recent raid on US forces by “Iranian-aligned groups” in the country.

Iran calls on Trump admin. to fulfill campaign promises, cease Israeli crimes in West Asia

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Ismail Baghaei has urged the incoming US administration to live up to the promises made during the election campaign regarding the cessation of ongoing genocide and crimes against Palestine and Lebanon by Israel.

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