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Iran-US Relations

Iranian MPs: US  govt. main responsibile for aggression against Islamic Republic

Iranian members of parliament have declared that the US government is primarily responsible for the recent military aggression against Iran and the killing of hundreds of Iranian citizens by the Zionist regime.

Senior Iranian MP: No return to nuclear talks without UN condemnation of Israeli attacks

A senior member of Iran’s Parliament has said the country will not resume cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) unless the agency abandons its “double-standard approach” toward the Islamic Republic.

Ex-lawmaker: Iran open to talks with U.S.—but only on own terms

Former Iranian lawmaker Ali Motahari has stated that while Tehran should not rule out the possibility of future negotiations with the United States, any such engagement must be based on clear and dignified preconditions in light of the recent twelve-day war.

Russia slams Axios report it backed ‘zero enrichment’ Iran nuclear agreement

Russia's Foreign Ministry on Sunday described reports claiming that President Vladimir Putin had encouraged his Iranian ally to accept a "zero enrichment" deal on its nuclear programme as "defamation".

Iran says in no rush to enter talks with US

Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has stated that Iran is in no rush to enter ‘ill-considered’ talks with the US, stressing that Tehran prioritizes the Iranian nation’s interests in weighing a possible return to indirect diplomacy with Washington.

First vice president: Negotiations remain Iran’s state’s strategy

Iran’s First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref has emphasized that the country’s current consensus continues to support “negotiations with strength,” dismissing any divide between military efforts and diplomatic strategy.

US imposes new sanctions on facilitators of Iran’s oil exports

The United States has announced new sanctions targeting non-Iranian entities that it claims have helped Iran dodge Washington's sanctions on its oil exports.

Reformist analyst slams Keyhan newspaper over “Martyrs of Negotiation” headline

Prominent reformist analyst Ahmad Zeidabadi has sharply criticized a controversial headline published by the conservative daily Keyhan, which claimed that “1,100 martyrs were the result of insisting on negotiations” with the US.

Analyst: Iranian president challenges dominant narrative in interview with Tucker Carlson

An Iranian political analyst and international lawyer, highlighted the significance of Iran’s President Massoud Pezeshkian’s recent interview with American journalist Tucker Carlson, framing it as a challenge to a dominant anti-Iran narrative in US media.

US has only %25 of Patriot interceptors needed for military operations globally: Report

Washington has only about 25 percent of the Patriot missile interceptors that planners at the Pentagon assess are needed for all the US’s military operations globally, according to a report by The Guardian.

Iran’s deputy FM: strategic proposals raised in talks with U.S.; EU facing final chance

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister and Head of the Center for Political and International Studies stated that recent talks with the United States have included “constructive ideas” to address mutual concerns. Saeed Khatibzadeh added that U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff is fully aware of these proposals.

Iran rejects Trump’s claims of requesting talks as baseless fabrication

Iran’s Foreign Ministry firmly refuted assertions by US President Donald Trump that Tehran sought negotiations, slamming Washington for "fabricating narratives to deflect from its failures."

Senior journalist slams Iranian president for interview with Tucker Carlson

Hossein Shariatmadari, editor-in-chief of Iran’s Kayhan newspaper, strongly criticized President Massoud Pezeshkian for remarks made during a recent interview with American journalist Tucker Carlson, claiming they diverged significantly from the Islamic Republic’s official positions.

US says has ‘scheduled Iran talks’

US President Donald Trump has stated that Washington will hold negotiations with Tehran soon.

Iran’s Islamic Propagation Organization denies offering bounty on Trump

Iran’s Islamic Propagation Organization has officially denied any involvement in setting a bounty on US President Donald Trump, following viral social media posts suggesting such a reward was being offered.

Iranian president confirms assassination attempt by Zionist regime

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has said the Israeli regime attempted to assassinate him during its recent war against Iran.

Iranian military spokesman says any Israeli aggression to face more crushing response

A spokesman for the Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran, referring to the high combat readiness of the country’s military, stated that any potential assault by Israel on Iran will be met with a firm and more crushing response.

Aide to Iran Leader: Armed forces fully prepared for all enemy scenarios

Major General Yahya Rahim Safavi, a senior advisor to Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution, has declared that Iran’s armed forces are fully prepared to confront any plans or scenarios devised by the country's adversaries.

Intl. law expert: Reimposing UN sanctions against Iran absurd

Reza Nasri, an expert in international law and a foreign policy analyst, described the efforts of the pro-Israel lobbying group known as the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) to reinstate international sanctions against Iran as absurd and meaningless.

Tucker Carlson teases interview with President Pezeshkian

Conservative American journalist Tucker Carlson has announced that he will air an interview with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, saying Americans deserve to hear directly from the leader of the country their military has recently fought.

Iranian army commander honors air defense officer martyred in US-Israeli raids, emphasizes commitment to national defense

The Commander-in-Chief of Iran’s Army, Major General Amir Hatami, praised the critical role of the army’s air defense forces during the US-Israeli aggression on Iran last month and reaffirmed the military’s unwavering commitment to protecting the country’s sovereignty.

Pentagon claims US attacks set back Iran nuclear program ‘one to two years’

The Pentagon has collected intelligence material that suggests Iran’s nuclear program was set back roughly one to two years as a result of the US strikes on three key facilities last month, the chief spokesperson at the US defense department announced at a news conference on Wednesday.

IRGC spokesman warns of stronger response to future threats against Iran

The Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has warned that any future threats against Iran will be met with a response "far more crushing, destructive, and unprecedented" than the reprisals last month against US and Israel.

Iran confirms serious damage at Fordow nuclear facility, reiterates peaceful intentions

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has confirmed that significant and serious damage has occurred at the Fordow nuclear facility following US strikes on June 22, although details remain unclear.

Serious damage done to Iran’s nuclear facilities: Govt. Spokeswoman

The spokesperson for the Iranian government has confirmed that the country’s nuclear sites have sustained serious damage in the recent Israeli and American military attacks.

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