June 2013 - Iran Special Weapons News

No evidence of missile coop between Iran, N Korea: UN PressTV 30 Jun 2013 -- The UN has confirmed Tehran’s assertions that there is no missile cooperation between Iran and North Korea.
Iranian Army Ground Forces to hold armored drill in October PressTV 30 Jun 2013 -- A senior Iranian commander says the Ground Forces of Iran’s Army will hold an armored drill in the southeastern parts of the country early in fall.
Iran rejects former US commander’s claims over Iraq bombing PressTV 30 Jun 2013 -- The Iranian Embassy in Baghdad has dismissed allegations about Tehran’s involvement in the 2006 bombing of two Shia shrines in the Iraqi city of Samarra.
Stuxnet Leak Probe Targets Retired US General VOA 28 Jun 2013 -- U.S. media report that a former vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff is under investigation for allegedly leaking classified information.
Ex-Pentagon general probed over leak of cyber attack on Iran: Report PressTV 28 Jun 2013 -- The former second ranking officer in the US military is reportedly under investigation by the Justice Department for allegedly revealing details of the Stuxnet computer virus.
Retired US Gen. Suspected of Leaking State Secrets - Report RIA Novosti 28 Jun 2013 -- Retired Marine Gen. James "Hoss" Cartwright became the target of US Justice Department’s criminal investigation into a leak of classified information.
Amano: IAEA to continue nuclear talks with Iran IRNA 28 Jun 2013 -- The IAEA will continue the dialogue with Iran on its nuclear dossier, IAEA Director-General Yokia Amano said.
IAEA wil continue talks with Iran: Amano PressTV 28 Jun 2013 -- Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency Yukiya Amano says the UN body will continue dialog with Iran.
Iran can meet its need for nuclear power plants: AEOI head PressTV 28 Jun 2013 -- Iran says it can fully meet its need for nuclear power plants through cooperation with foreign companies while employing Iranian experts to complete and equip the facilities.
Abbasi: Construction of heavy-water reactors to begin in Iran IRNA 28 Jun 2013 -- Head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization (IAEO) Fereydoun Abbasi said heavy-water reactors will be constructed in Iran.
Iran: No Scaling Back Nuclear-Fuel Production RFE/RL 28 Jun 2013 -- Iran's nuclear energy chief says the Islamic republic will continue production of nuclear fuel "in line with our declared goals."
Iran, Russia to Hold Joint Navy Drills in Caspian Sea RIA Novosti 28 Jun 2013 -- The Russian and Iranian navies are planning to hold joint exercises in the Caspian Sea in the second half of this year, a Russian military commander said.
Slovaks Detained In Iran Accused Of Spying RFE/RL 28 Jun 2013 -- A spokesman for Slovakia's Foreign Ministry has confirmed to RFE/RL that a number of Slovak citizens have been detained in Iran.
Seddiqi: Presidential elections proved fake nature of '09 fraud claims IRNA 28 Jun 2013 -- Provisional Friday Prayer imam of Tehran this week referred to recent elections as a divine blessing.
Amano calls for talks with Iran on nuclear program IRNA 27 Jun 2013 -- Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency Yukiya Amano called for talks with Iran on the country's nuclear program.
Abbasi: IAEA seasonal report acknowledges peaceful nature of Iran's nuclear program IRNA 27 Jun 2013 -- Head of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran, Fereydoun Abbasi, said that IAEA seasonal report acknowledged peaceful nature of Iranian nuclear program.
Iran rejects Saudi Arabia's claims about Iran's interference in Syria PressTV 27 Jun 2013 -- Iran has rejected Saudi Arabia’s recent claims about the involvement of Iran in the conflict in Syria.
Iranian Religious Orator Reportedly In Syria To Defend Holy Shrine RFE/RL 27 Jun 2013 -- Iranian religious orator Hamid Alimi is a well-known figure in the city of Isfahan, where he regularly attends religious ceremonies to chant about Shi'ite figures.
Japan oil imports from Iran doubled in May PressTV 27 Jun 2013 -- A recent report shows that Japan’s crude oil imports from Iran more than doubled in May compared to the corresponding period last year.
Russia wants Iran, P5+1 hold talks under Rohani PressTV 26 Jun 2013 -- Russia has called for another round of talks between Iran and the P5+1 group of world powers once Iranian President-elect Hassan Rohani has assumed office.
Rouhani appoints group to examine P5+1 talks: Iran FM PressTV 26 Jun 2013 -- Iran’s president-elect Hassan Rouhani has formed a group to assess the future of negotiations between Iran and the P5+1 group.
Supreme Leader reveals enemies' attempt to damage Iran economy IRNA 26 Jun 2013 -- Supreme Leader of Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei revealed the enemies' attempt to damage Iranian economy.
Iran's nuclear technology enters into commercial phase IRNA 26 Jun 2013 -- Iran's nuclear technology has entered into commercial phase.
Intelligence forces hunt most complicated spy network in Fars prov IRNA 26 Jun 2013 -- One of the most complicated espionage, terrorist, and delinquency networks, backed by US and Zionist spy agencies and some reactionary regional countries, was discovered and destroyed.
Iran dispatches naval fleet to Russia’s Astrakhan port PressTV 26 Jun 2013 -- Iran has dispatched a naval fleet to the Russian port city of Astrakhan in a move to consolidate friendly relations between Tehran and Moscow.
Iran Navy resolved to protect vessels in free waters: Navy cmdr. PressTV 26 Jun 2013 -- Iran Navy Commander Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari has reaffirmed the Islamic Republic’s determination to protect maritime security for the country’s commercial vessels.
Iran Admits Throttling Internet To 'Preserve Calm' During Election RFE/RL 26 Jun 2013 -- Iran's minister for communications and information technology acknowledged that the country restricted the speed of the Internet leading up the June 14 election.
Iranian Spokesman Says Comments About Ahmadinejad’s Return Distorted RFE/RL 26 Jun 2013 -- An Iranian government spokesman who was quoted as saying outgoing President Mahmud Ahmadinejad would return with a Shi'ite saint has said his comments were distorted.
Saudi Arabia Says It 'Cannot Be Silent' At Iran, Hizbullah RFE/RL 25 Jun 2013 -- Saudi Arabia's foreign minister says his country views the involvement of Iran and Lebanese Shi'ite militant group Hizballah in Syria's civil war as dangerous.
Abbasi: Iran to display its nuclear export capacities IRNA 25 Jun 2013 -- Iran is participating in ATOMEXPO 2013 here to introduce its export capacities in nuclear technology areas.
Iran needless of foreign aid for repairing copters: Cmdr. PressTV 25 Jun 2013 -- The commander of the Iranian Army’s Ground Forces says the country’s air force has achieved self-sufficiency in repairing helicopters.
Enthusiasm Lingers After Iran Election VOA 24 Jun 2013 -- Iranians' enthusiasm remains high after moderate cleric Hassan Rowhani recently won the presidency.
Iran’s rial strengthens after Rohani election win PressTV 24 Jun 2013 -- Iran's national currency, the rial, has strengthened against the greenback since Dr. Hassan Rohani emerged victorious in Iran’s presidential election.
Spokesman Says Iran's President 'Will Return With Hidden Imam' RFE/RL 24 Jun 2013 -- An Iranian government spokesman has said that outgoing President Mahmud Ahmadinejad will return with the Hidden Imam.
Russia Offers Iran New Replacement for S-300 – Paper RIA Novosti 22 Jun 2013 -- Moscow made a new attempt to dodge a $4-billion lawsuit from Tehran.
Iran denies reports on cyber attack on oil ministry websites IRNA 22 Jun 2013 -- Head of the Communications and Information Technology of Iranian Oil Ministry Ahmad Tavalaei denied reports on any cyber attacks targeting the ministry's websites.
Netanyahu pushes EU to mount pressure on Iran PressTV 20 Jun 2013 -- Israel is pressing the European Union to take a more aggressive stance on Iran’s nuclear energy program.
Iran to launch new space center, more satellites soon PressTV 20 Jun 2013 -- Iran’s Defense Minister Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi says the Islamic Republic will soon inaugurate a new space launch center.
Former Aide Says Iranian President-Elect 'Is Not Superman' RFE/RL 20 Jun 2013 -- Before leaving Iran some two years ago, well-known journalist Mehdi Mahdavi Azad worked for half a decade as an aide to Hassan Rohani, Iran's new president-elect.
Iran Gives Syria an Economic Boost VOA 20 Jun 2013 -- Iran is stepping in to help Syria stabilize the value of its currency, which has been dropping sharply.
Iran seizes 2 intruding UAE boats in Persian Gulf, arrests 13 PressTV 20 Jun 2013 -- Iranian naval forces have seized two intruding fishing boats from the United Arab Emirates in Iran's territorial waters in the Persian Gulf, an Iranian commander says.
Analysts Assess Impact of Military Attack on Iran VOA 19 Jun 2013 -- The United States and the European Union believe Iran is seeking to develop nuclear weapons.
UK Supreme Court rules against ban on Iran's Bank Mellat PressTV 19 Jun 2013 -- Britain’s Supreme Court has overturned a ruling against Iran's Bank Mellat over its alleged links to Tehran's nuclear energy program.
Pakistan hopes to complete IP project on time PressTV 19 Jun 2013 -- Pakistan has stressed its commitment to complete the joint gas pipeline project with Iran within the agreed timeframe.
Lavrov: Iran Ready To Suspend 20 Percent Uranium Enrichment RFE/RL 18 Jun 2013 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov says Iran is prepared to suspend the production of enriched uranium.
US Open to Iran Nuclear Talks VOA 18 Jun 2013 -- President Barack Obama says the United States is open to holding new talks with Iran about its controversial nuclear program.
Putin, Obama Optimistic About Future of Iran Nuclear Talks RIA Novosti 18 Jun 2013 -- The Russian and US presidents share “cautious optimism” about the future of talks on the Iranian nuclear program.
Iran questions IAEA’s political stance, says committed to NPT PressTV 18 Jun 2013 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry has called on the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) chief to avoid politicizing Tehran’s nuclear issue.
Russia rejects presence of Arab countries in Iran-P5+1 talks PressTV 18 Jun 2013 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has rejected the idea of participation of Persian Gulf littoral states in the next round of nuclear talks between Iran and the P5+1 group of world powers.
Iran increases precision of indigenous missile PressTV 18 Jun 2013 -- Iranian experts have enhanced the precision of domestically-designed and manufactured Khalij-e Fars supersonic anti-ship ballistic missile to 8.5 meters.
Iranians, Observers Wonder How Rohani Was Allowed To Win RFE/RL 18 Jun 2013 -- When tens of thousands of Iranians took to the streets to celebrate Hassan Rohani's presidential victory last weekend, one chant stood out: "Dictator! Thank you!"
Iran’s Ahmadinejad, president-elect Rohani discuss economy, politics PressTV 18 Jun 2013 -- Iran's incumbent President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has met with president-elect Hassan Rohani to discuss domestic issues, especially politics and economy.
After Eight Years In Office, Ahmadinejad Faces An Uncertain Future RFE/RL 18 Jun 2013 -- When an outgoing president has as many enemies as does Iran's Mahmud Ahmadinejad, there would seem to be little future left for him.
Ahmadinejad summoned over ‘legal’ not personal issues: Larijani PressTV 18 Jun 2013 -- Iran’s Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani has dismissed as “mischief” recent reports implying court order issued to President Ahmadinejad was based on personal issues.
Hope for Change in Iran Tempered With Caution VOA 17 Jun 2013 -- Analysts are tamping down hopes of major changes in Iran, after the surprise election of relatively moderate candidate Hassan Rowhani as president.
Iran's President-Elect and Nuclear Program RFE/RL 17 Jun 2013 -- Iran's President-elect Hassan Rohani says more transparency in the country’s nuclear program would help ease international economic sanctions on Tehran.
Iran's President-Elect Rowhani Promises 'New Era' VOA 17 Jun 2013 -- Iran's newly elected president is promising to follow a path of moderation, saying his victory signals a new era for the Iranian people.
Iran Says Could Talk With US If Nuclear Right Recognized RIA Novosti 17 Jun 2013 -- Iran's newly elected president, Hassan Rouhani, has said Tehran could open talks with the United States but only if Washington recognized Iran’s right to a nuclear program.
Rohani pledges 'constructive interaction' with world via moderate policy PressTV 17 Jun 2013 -- Iran’s president-elect Hassan Rohani says he will seek “constructive interaction” with the world through a moderate policy after he takes the oath of office in early August.
Rohani says his govt will not compromise Iranian nation's rights IRNA 17 Jun 2013 -- Iran President-elect Hassan Rohani said on Monday that the US should meet all conditions and the government will not compromise Iranian nation's rights.
Ahmadinejad Ordered To Appear Before Court RFE/RL 17 Jun 2013 -- An Iranian government website says outgoing president Mahmud Ahmadinejad has been ordered to appear before a criminal court on November 26.
President-elect meets with Supreme Leader IRNA 16 Jun 2013 -- President-elect, Hassan Rohani, in a meeting with Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei received the necessary guidelines from him.
Rohani to renew allegiance to late Imam Khomeini IRNA 16 Jun 2013 -- President-elect Hassan Rohani is scheduled to renew allegiance to late Imam Khomeini, the founder of Islamic Republic of Iran by presence at mausoleum of his eminency.
Hezbollah leader congratulates Iran president-elect IRNA 16 Jun 2013 -- Secretary General of Lebanon's Hezbollah Hassan Nasrallah in a message on Sunday congratulated Hojjatoleslam Hassan Rohani on his landslide victory in Iran's 11th presidential election on June 14.
Majlis speaker felicitates president-elect Rohani IRNA 16 Jun 2013 -- Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani extended a message of congratulation to Hojjatoleslam Hassan Rohani on his landslide victory in June 14 presidential election.
Head of Experts Assembly felicitates president-elect Rohani IRNA 16 Jun 2013 -- Chairman of the Assembly of Experts Ayatollah Mohammad-Reza Mahdavi-Kani in a message on Sunday felicitated Hojjatoleslam Hassan Rohani on his victory in the 11th presidential election.
Heads of Iran government branches congratulate Rohani Iran Press TV 16 Jun 2013 -- The heads of the legislative and judicial branches of Iran's government have congratulated President-elect Hassan Rohani on his victory in the country's 11th presidential election.
IRGC voices full readiness to cooperate with Rohani administration Iran Press TV 16 Jun 2013 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has expressed its total readiness to cooperate with the administration of Iranian President-elect Hassan Rohani.
President-elect Rohani urges West to respect Iran's rights Iran Press TV 16 Jun 2013 -- Iranian president-elect Hassan Rohani has urged the West to talk to the Iranian nation fairly and respect the Islamic Republic's rights in order to receive an appropriate response.
President-elect, Majlis speaker discuss key Iran issues Iran Press TV 16 Jun 2013 -- President-elect Hassan Rohani and Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani have exchanged views on leading issues and problems that Iran is currently grappling with.
Leader gives necessary guidelines to president-elect Rohani Iran Press TV 16 Jun 2013 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has given necessary guidelines to the president-elect, Hassan Rohani.
Newly Elected Iran President Calls Win 'Victory Over Extremism' RFE/RL 16 Jun 2013 -- Hassan Rohani has said his election as Iran's president was a 'victory of moderation over extremism.'
Russian MP Rules Out US 'Military Scenario' for Iran RIA Novosti 16 Jun 2013 -- The victory of reformist candidate Hassan Rouhani in Iran's presidential election will make it harder for the United States to opt for a military action against Tehran, a senior Russian lawmaker said Sunday.
Iranian President-Elect Addresses Nation After Surprise Victory VOA 16 Jun 2013 -- Iran's President-elect Hassan Rowhani has hailed his win in the country's election as a victory over 'extremism,' as thousands of his supporters celebrated Sunday in the streets of Tehran.
US Urges New Path for Iran Under Rowhani VOA 16 Jun 2013 -- A top White House official is urging Iran's newly-elected president to set his country on a different nuclear path.
Statement by the Press Secretary on the Election in Iran The White House 15 Jun 2013
Rohani secures landslide victory IRNA 15 Jun 2013 -- Hassan Rohani secured landslide victory with 16,413,281 votes out of a total of 32,189,621 votes counted so far, the Interior Ministry said.
Basij commander lauds high voters turnout in election IRNA 15 Jun 2013 -- Commander of the Basij (volunteer forces) Brigadier-General Mohammad Reza Naqdi said here Saturday the high turnout of Iranians in the June 14 presidential elections have foiled enemies' plots against the country.
Hassan Rohani declared president with landslide victory IRNA 15 Jun 2013 -- Hassan Rohani won outright majority of the votes and was declared President-elect of the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Ahmadinejad congratulates president-elect on landslide victory IRNA 15 Jun 2013 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad felicitated election of Hassan Rohani as new president of Islamic Republic of Iran.
Supreme leader congratulates nation, new president IRNA 15 Jun 2013 -- Following historical and glorious epic of Iranians in the 11th presidential election and the 4th election for city and rural Islamic Councils the Supreme Leader of Islamic Revolution thanked people of Iran.
Presidential candidates felicitate Rohani on his election IRNA 15 Jun 2013 -- Five candidates of the presidential election on Friday June 14, 2013 in separate messages felicitated new president-elect Hassan Rohani.
Spokesman: Iran not dependent on any world powers IRNA 15 Jun 2013 -- Foreign Ministry Spokesman underlined that Iran is not dependent on any political and block powers, adding that Iran depends on its nation.
Profile: Iranian President-Elect Hassan Rohani RFE/RL 15 Jun 2013 -- Hassan Rohani emerged victorious in Iran's 2013 election campaign, going from also-ran to president-elect in a few short weeks.
Reformist Cleric Wins Iranian Presidential Race RIA Novosti 15 Jun 2013 -- Moderate cleric Hassan Rouhani will become the next Iranian president after gathering enough votes in the first round of the country's presidential election to avoid a run-off, according to official results announced Saturday.
UN chief congratulates Hasan Rowhani on election as President of Iran UN News Centre 15 Jun 2013 -- Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today congratulated Hasan Rowhani on his election as the next President of Iran, and commended the country's high turnout to the polls.
Interior Ministry: Rohani wins over 16 million votes Iran Press TV 15 Jun 2013 -- Partial results from Iran's presidential election are giving reformist Hassan Rohani a major lead with principlist candidate, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, trailing in the second place.
Rohani becomes Iran's new president Iran Press TV 15 Jun 2013 -- Hassan Rohani has won Iran's 11th presidential election following a vote that saw a massive popular turnout on June 14.
Presidential candidates congratulate Rohani on victory Iran Press TV 15 Jun 2013 -- Iranian presidential candidates have congratulated Hassan Rohani on winning Iran's 11th presidential election following a vote that saw a massive popular turnout on June 14.
Ahmadinejad congratulates Rohani on Iran election victory Iran Press TV 15 Jun 2013 -- Incumbent Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has congratulated Hassan Rohani following his victory in Iran's 11th presidential election.
Leader congratulates Iranians, president-elect Iran Press TV 15 Jun 2013 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has expressed his gratitude to the Iranian people for their massive turnout in the June 14 presidential as well as city and village council elections.
Moderate Rohani Wins Iranian Presidential Election RFE/RL 15 Jun 2013 -- including commanding the army, directing foreign policy, and overseeing projects such as Iran's nuclear program.
Rohani's Victory In Iran Signals Desire For Change RFE/RL 15 Jun 2013 -- including the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) -- who have actively suppressed those fighting for change and reforms.
Moderate Rowhani Declared Winner of Iran's Presidential Elections VOA 15 Jun 2013 -- Iran's interior minister Mostafa Mohammad-Najjar has declared moderate cleric Hassan Rowhani the winner of the nation's presidential election, in a surprise victory over the nation's ruling hardliners.
President-Elect Rowhani: A Moderate Voice for Iran VOA 15 Jun 2013 -- Iran's next president, Hassan Rowhani, is a moderate cleric and former chief nuclear negotiator who has vowed to improve the nation's relationship with the international community.
Voting Closes in Iran Presidential Election VOA 14 Jun 2013 -- Polling stations have closed across most of Iran, where officials extended voting by several hours to accommodate what they described as a large turnout in the country's presidential election.
What Are The Likely Scenarios For Iran's Presidential Election? RFE/RL 14 Jun 2013 -- Iranians are voting to choose their next president. The outcome is likely to be determined by several factors.
Iran's Ailing Economy: Presidential Candidates Long On Rhetoric, Short Of Answers RFE/RL 14 Jun 2013 -- As Iranians go to the polls on June 14, the country's weak and sanctions-hit economy weighs heavily on their minds.
Voting Hours Extended In Iranian Presidential Vote RFE/RL 14 Jun 2013 -- Iranians are voting in an election to choose a replacement for President Mahmud Ahmadinejad.
Iran Extends Voting Hours VOA 14 Jun 2013 -- Iranians are voting to elect a new president in an electoral process highly controlled by the government.
Iran extends voting deadline by 2 hrs amid mass turnout PressTV 14 Jun 2013 -- Iranian Interior Ministry has extended the voting deadline for the country's presidential as well as city and village councils elections.
National solidarity key to success: Rafsanjani PressTV 14 Jun 2013 -- Chairman of Iran's Expediency Council Ayatollah Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani says national unity is the key to the country’s success and tackling of threats.
Iran Interior Ministry closely monitoring voting process: minister PressTV 14 Jun 2013 -- Iran’s Interior Ministry says it is closely monitoring the process of voting and will take immediate action to investigate any suspected violation of law.
Iran’s Presidential Candidates: And Then There Were 6 RIA Novosti 14 Jun 2013 -- As Iranians went to the polls they had a list of six presidential candidates to choose from.
Iranians Vote in Presidential Election VOA 14 Jun 2013 -- Iranians are voting Friday to elect a new president amid tight security and in an electoral process highly controlled by the regime.
Iran presidential candidates warned against premature victory claims Iran Press TV 13 Jun 2013 -- Iran's highest electoral supervisory body, the Guardian Council, has warned presidential candidates against claiming victory.
Iranians poised to cast ballots in presidential election Iran Press TV 13 Jun 2013 -- Millions of Iranian will head into polling stations in less than a day to determine the president of the Islamic Republic for the next four years.
Pakistan to implement Iran gas pipeline project: official document IRNA 13 Jun 2013 -- Pakistan's new government will implement the Iran gas pipeline project to meet its fast growing energy needs, a government document says.
Google: Iranian Gmail Accounts Targeted RFE/RL 13 Jun 2013 -- Google says an operation has been under way to steal the passwords to tens of thousands of Gmail accounts belonging to users in Iran.
How Much Does Iran's Presidency Matter? RFE/RL 13 Jun 2013 -- Campaigning in Iran's election marked its last day on June 12 with all the public trappings of an exercise in popular democracy.
Security Forces Gear Up for Muted Iranian Elections VOA 13 Jun 2013 -- As Iranians go to the polls Friday to select the country's next president, human rights activists say the regime and its security forces are likely to try to stifle dissent. From the selection of candidates to curbs on journalists, activists say the government is determined to have an election devoid of protest and controversy.
Supreme Leader highlights value of maximum turnout IRNA 12 Jun 2013 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei on Wednesday highlighted value of maximum turnout in the upcoming presidential election.
Arak heavy-water reactor under constant IAEA supervision: Iran Iran Press TV 12 Jun 2013 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman says operations at the country's Arak heavy-water reactor is under the constant monitoring of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
High voter turnout will disappoint, defeat Iran enemies: Leader Iran Press TV 12 Jun 2013 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says massive participation of Iranians in the June 14 presidential election will once again disappoint enemies of the Islamic Republic.
Presidential campaigns head into home stretch in Iran Iran Press TV 12 Jun 2013 -- With less than two days remaining to the presidential election in Iran, candidates are making their final efforts to win over voters.
Ryan Crocker: 'U.S. Should Engage In Wide-Ranging Talks With The Iranians' RFE/RL 12 Jun 2013 -- Ahead of Iran's presidential election on June 14, RFE/RL asked top U.S. observers to weigh in on the effectiveness of sanctions, the end goal of nuclear negotiations, and the possible benefits of taking a more diplomatic approach toward Tehran.
Vali Nasr: 'Starving Somebody Won't Make Them Do What You Want' RFE/RL 12 Jun 2013 -- Ahead of Iran's presidential election on June 14, RFE/RL asked top U.S. observers to weigh in on the effectiveness of sanctions, the end goal of nuclear negotiations, and the possible benefits of taking a more diplomatic approach toward Tehran.
Dennis Ross: Iran Cannot Be Allowed To Have Nukes 'At A Time Of Their Own Choosing' RFE/RL 12 Jun 2013 -- Ahead of Iran's presidential election on June 14, RFE/RL asked top U.S. observers to weigh in on the effectiveness of sanctions, the end goal of nuclear negotiations, and the possible benefits of taking a more diplomatic approach toward Tehran.
Little Real Choice for Iranians in Presidential Poll VOA 12 Jun 2013 -- Iranians go to the polls Friday for the first round of a presidential election that analysts say pits hardliners against only slightly less hardline candidates. The experts believe that as a result, the outcome will make at most a difference in the tone of Iran's policies, but not the substance.
Iran's Presidential Campaign Draws to Close VOA 12 Jun 2013 -- Iran's six remaining presidential candidates are spending a final day trying to win over voters before Friday's election.
Will Iran's Election Bring Nuclear Talks Thaw? VOA 11 Jun 2013 -- The United States and the European Union believe Iran is seeking to develop nuclear weapons, but Tehran says its program is for peaceful, civilian purposes.
FM spokesman: Bushehr nuclear power plant doing its normal activities IRNA 11 Jun 2013 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Abbas Araqchi stressed here on Tuesday that Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant is doing its normal activities.
Iran's indigenous missile launching destroyer joins Navy IRNA 11 Jun 2013 -- The new indigenous missile launching destroyer dubbed 'Bayandor' officially joined the Iranian Navy here Tuesday.
Araqchi: US spying on Iran not a new subject IRNA 11 Jun 2013 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Abbas Araqchi said on Tuesday that continued US spying on Iran is not something new or strange.
'Fateh' submarine to be unveiled this year: commander IRNA 11 Jun 2013 -- Iran's Navy Commander Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari said that the fully indigenous submarine named 'Fateh' will be unveiled in the current Iranian year (started March 20).
Iran rejects Russia's offer to replace S-300 systems with Tor systems: Envoy Iran Press TV 11 Jun 2013 -- Iran's ambassador to Russia says Tehran has rejected Moscow's proposal to provide the Islamic Republic with a substitute for the S-300 systems, which should have been delivered under a bilateral arms deal.
Bushehr N-plant under repair for technical malfunction: Iran ambassador Iran Press TV 11 Jun 2013 -- Iran ambassador to Russia says the main generator of the country's Russian-built nuclear power plant in Bushehr is under repair due to a technical malfunction.
Iran Navy to unveil indigenous Fateh submarine: Cmdr. Iran Press TV 11 Jun 2013 -- The Iranian Navy has launched an optimized destroyer and plans to unveil an indigenous submarine in a further sign of the country's naval capabilities.
Iran's Rezaei says diplomacy can resolve nuclear standoff with West Iran Press TV 11 Jun 2013 -- Iranian presidential candidate Mohsen Rezaei says it is possible to reduce tensions with the West by finding a diplomatic solution to the country's nuclear issue.
Reformists Consolidate Behind Rohani, But Can He Win? RFE/RL 11 Jun 2013 -- Iran's reformist movement is now backing a sole candidate: Hassan Rohani.
US helps Middle East allies counter Iran’s alledged cyber attacks PressTV 10 Jun 2013 -- The United States is assisting its allies in the Middle East to counter alleged cyber attacks from Iran.
Israeli Prime Minister Accuses Tehran Of Cyberattacks RFE/RL 10 Jun 2013 -- Israel's PM Netanyahu says there has been a "significant rise" in cyberattacks against Israel by Iran.
Iran installs main container of Arak heavy-water reactor PressTV 10 Jun 2013 -- The main container of the heavy-water reactor in the central Iran city of Arak has been installed in the presence of Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.
Iran Rejects Russia’s S-300 Substitute Offer RIA Novosti 10 Jun 2013 -- The Tor antiaircraft system that Russia has proposed to Iran instead of the S-300 cannot be integrated into the country’s defense system.
Iran hopes to see S-300 delivery deal with Russia PressTV 10 Jun 2013 -- Iranian Ambassador to Moscow Mahmoud Reza Sajjadi says Tehran hopes to reach an agreement with Russia on the delivery of S-300 air defense systems.
Khamenei Wants No One to Jolt His Power in Iran Vote VOA 10 Jun 2013 -- Five days from Iran's presidential election, these are nervy times for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Will Rohani Be Iran's Dark Horse Reformist Candidate? RFE/RL 10 Jun 2013 -- With just days to go to Iran's presidential election, there are signs a dark-horse reformist candidate may be emerging: the 64-year-old cleric Hassan Rohani.
Graying Candidates Take Center Stage in Iran's Election VOA 10 Jun 2013 -- The candidates for president of Iran are cut from strikingly similar cloth: all are men, have ties to Iran's supreme leader and appear far more like technocrats.
Iran's Shortlisted Presidential Candidates RFE/RL 10 Jun 2013 -- Iran's Interior Ministry has announced the official shortlist of candidates that will be vying to succeed President Mahmud Ahmadinejad in that country's June 14 election.
Iran's Presidential Field Narrows Days Before Vote VOA 10 Jun 2013 -- One of Iran's hardline presidential candidates dropped out of contention, saying he wanted to boost the chances of his fellow conservatives.
Haddad-Adel pulls out of presidential race PressTV 10 Jun 2013 -- Presidential candidate Gholam-Ali Haddad-Adel has withdrawn from the June 14 race in favor of Principlists.
Guardians Council Denies Reports It Might Disqualify Rohani RFE/RL 10 Jun 2013 -- Iran's Guardians Council, which supervises the country's electoral process, has denied media reports it might disqualify candidate.
Presidential candidates to have representatives at Guardian Council PressTV 10 Jun 2013 -- The spokesman for Iran's Guardian Council says the country's presidential candidates will have representatives at the top election supervisory body.
President inspects Arak heavy-water complex IRNA 09 Jun 2013 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad inspected Arak heavy-water complex here Sunday.
Iranian army ground forces to conduct several war games across country IRNA 09 Jun 2013 -- Commander of the Armyˈs Ground Forces Brigadier General Ahmad-Reza Pourdastan said on Sunday that the Iranian forces under his command are to conduct several war games to maintain their combat readiness across the country this year.
Iranian Army's Ground Forces to hold armored maneuvers: Cmdr. Iran Press TV 09 Jun 2013 -- The commander of the Iranian Army's Ground Forces has announced plans to hold several maneuvers to increase the preparedness of Iran's armed forces in countering threats against the country.
Velayati vows to resist US, defend nuclear rights Iran Press TV 09 Jun 2013 -- Presidential candidate Ali Akbar Velayati says he will resist US greed and pressure and defend Iran's nuclear rights if he wins the June vote.
Iran will defend nuclear rights: Jalili Iran Press TV 09 Jun 2013 -- Iranian presidential candidate Saeed Jalili says Tehran will stand firm on its nuclear rights which are supported by many countries, including members of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM).
Iranians duty-bound to vote in presidential election: Rohani Iran Press TV 09 Jun 2013 -- Reformist presidential candidate Hassan Rohani says everybody is duty-bound to take part in the upcoming presidential and local council elections to create yet another political epic.
President opens database for space monitoring, surveillance in central Iran IRNA 09 Jun 2013 -- First Iran's comprehensive database for space monitoring and surveillance was inaugurated by President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad Sunday in this central province.
Iran Defense Ministry Launches Space Center RIA Novosti 09 Jun 2013 -- Iran has opened a new space center to monitor and observe space objects and satellites passing through the country's atmosphere, Iran's semi-official Fars news agency reported on Sunday.
'Iran to launch Sharif Satellite into space in 3 months' Iran Press TV 08 Jun 2013 -- Iranian experts have finished the construction of the indigenous Sharif Satellite, scheduled to be launched into space in three months, says the head of the university where the satellite has been made.
West using nuclear issue as pretext to pressure Iran: Haddad-Adel Iran Press TV 08 Jun 2013 -- Iranian presidential candidate Gholam-Ali Haddad-Adel says the US and its allies are using Iran's nuclear program as an excuse to mount pressure on the Islamic Republic.
US will regret imposing sanctions on Iran: Rezaei Iran Press TV 08 Jun 2013 -- Iranian Presidential contender Mohsen Rezaei says US officials will one day regret imposing sanctions and restrictions on Iran over the country's nuclear energy program.
Iran awaiting Russia's response to S-300 proposal: Iranian envoy Iran Press TV 08 Jun 2013 -- Iran is awaiting Russia's response to Tehran's proposal to drop its lawsuit against Moscow over its failure to honor a contract on the delivery of S-300 air defense systems.
Envoy: Tehran waiting for Moscow's response on S-300 defense systems IRNA 07 Jun 2013 -- Iran's Ambassador to Moscow Reza Sajjadi announced that Iran is still waiting for a response from Russia about Iran's offer on withdrawing the latter's complain concerning the former's non-delivery of the S-300 air defense systems.
Iranian candidates hold final live debate on domestic, foreign policy Iran Press TV 07 Jun 2013 -- Iran presidential candidates have held their third and final live debate on television, discussing their domestic and foreign policies ahead of the upcoming presidential poll.
Iran's Presidential Candidates Meet For Third, Final Debate RFE/RL 07 Jun 2013 -- The eight candidates running for president of Iran have begun their third and final televised debate.
Russia to push for Iran's participation in Syria conference Iran Press TV 06 Jun 2013 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov says Moscow will continue to push for Iran's participation in the upcoming international conference on Syria despite opposition from some Western states.
Russia, West Divided on Iran Role in Syria Settlement RIA Novosti 06 Jun 2013 -- Moscow insists that all countries with any influence on the situation in Syria, including Iran, should attend an international peace conference despite Western nations opposing this, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Thursday.
Soltaniey's advice for western few, objection against Amano remarks IRNA 05 Jun 2013 -- Iran's representative at International Atomic Energy Agency here Wednesday advised some western countries to refrain from destructive lectures and permit Iran and agency to continue technical talks amid a calm atmosphere.
Soltaniyeh: Agency's Secretariat responsible for 'Going Round in Circles' IRNA 06 Jun 2013 -- Representative of Iran at International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) reacting to Yokia Amano's claim on Iran-IAEA talks 'Going in Round Circles' reiterated that IAEA Secretariate is responsible for the matter.
Rusatom: Bushehr Nuclear plant not affected at all in quakes IRNA 05 Jun 2013 -- An official in Russian state Rusatom Company announced here Wednesday that Tuesday earthquake has not affected Iranˈs Bushehr Nuclear Plant event the lightest bit, adding that the BNP normal activities continue.
US, Russia Urge Iran to Cooperate With IAEA RIA Novosti 05 Jun 2013 -- A group of international mediators on Iran's controversial nuclear program urged Tehran on Wednesday to collaborate with the UN nuclear agency and provide complete information on its nuclear activities.
Security Council extends mandate of panel monitoring Iran sanctions UN News Centre 05 Jun 2013 -- The Security Council today extended the mandate of the expert panel established to monitor and enforce sanctions against Iran over its failure to cooperate with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) regarding its nuclear programme.
French officials' claim on Iran nuclear activity is 'baseless' IRNA 04 Jun 2013 -- Foreign Ministry Spokesman Abbas Araqchi, reacting to French President remarks said that French officials are taking stances against Iran peaceful nuclear activities with baseless claims, which are not conforming with existing realities.
Ashton: We are determined to settle Iran's nuclear program IRNA 04 Jun 2013 -- European Union Foreign Policy Chief Catherine Ashton said the West is determined to continue diplomatic efforts and find a political solution through negotiation to disputes on Iran's nuclear program.
Supreme Leader: Vote for any candidate of Pres. Election is vote for IRI IRNA 04 Jun 2013 -- S. Leader of Islamic Revolution said at commemoration service of 24th demise anniversary of founder of Islamic Rep, Imam Khomeini votes for any candidate of Presidential Election would be confidence votes for Islamic Republic and election's authenticity.
US expands illegal sanctions on Iran Iran Press TV 04 Jun 2013 -- The United States has expanded its illegal sanctions on Iran's currency and auto industry over unfounded allegations about the Islamic Republic's nuclear energy program.
Presidential candidate Jalili hails Iran's progress in nuclear technology Iran Press TV 04 Jun 2013 -- Iran's presidential candidate Saeed Jalili says the Islamic Republic has made substantial progress in the field of nuclear technology thanks to its resistance against Western pressure.
Iran cleric asks candidates to respect law, avoid mudslinging Iran Press TV 04 Jun 2013 -- A senior cleric has called on Iran's presidential candidates to adhere to the Constitution while avoiding mudslinging against their rivals and pro-Western gestures.
US Goes After Iran's Puppet Companies VOA 04 Jun 2013 -- The United States is upping the pressure on Tehran and its nuclear program, going after what it calls a network of 'front companies' designed to benefit Iran's leadership.
Iran summons Qatar envoy over terror network Iran Press TV 04 Jun 2013 -- Iran Foreign Ministry has summoned Qatar chargé d'affaires in Tehran following reports of the dismantlement of a terrorist network with links to the spy agency of an Arab state.
Russia urges swift resumption of Iran-P5+1 talks Iran Press TV 03 Jun 2013 -- Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov has called on Iran and the P5+1 group of world powers to resume talks mainly on the Islamic Republic's nuclear energy program as soon as possible.
IAEA report verifies non-diversion in nuclear program: Iran Iran Press TV 03 Jun 2013 -- Iran's Ambassador to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Ali Asghar Soltanieh says the new report by the agency verifies there has been no diversion in Tehran's peaceful nuclear energy program, Press TV reports.
Unilateral, illegal sanctions no solution to N-issue: Iran Spokesman Iran Press TV 03 Jun 2013 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Abbas Araqchi says unilateral sanctions imposed against the Islamic Republic cannot resolve the issue of Tehran's nuclear energy program.
No Guarantees That Iranian Nuclear Program Peaceful – IAEA RIA Novosti 03 Jun 2013 -- Iran has not provided the International Atomic Energy Agency with sufficient information to substantiate its claim that its nuclear program is peaceful, IAEA Director General Yukiya Amano said Monday. An Iranian official in Moscow later called the allegation "unfounded."
UN, Iran nuclear talks 'going around in circles' – UN official UN News Centre 03 Jun 2013 -- Discussions between the United Nations and Iran on clarifying outstanding issues related to the country's nuclear programme are "going around in circles," the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) reported today
Taliban-Iran Talks Aim to Increase Tehran's Influence, Analysts Say VOA 03 Jun 2013 -- Members of the Afghan Taliban say they have met with Iranian officials and clergy in Iran, despite deep differences in Muslim ideology between the two. Some analysts see the move as part of Tehran's push to increase its influence in Afghanistan, as international combat forces prepare to leave the country.
Iran fleet in int'l waters proves country's might - Navy commander IRNA 02 Jun 2013 -- Navy Commander of Iran's Army Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari said here Sunday the presence of the Iranian fleet in Gulf of Aden and Bab al-Mandeb is an indication to the country's power.
Iran reacts to US double standards regarding terrorism IRNA 02 Jun 2013 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman reacting to inclusion of Iran in US Department of State's supporters of terrorism said here Sunday publication of baseless reports by US administration will not make world public opinion swerve from US crimes against mankind.
Jalili sticks to Islamic Revolution ideals Iran Press TV 02 Jun 2013 -- Iran chief nuclear negotiator, Saeed Jalili, says he is running for president to prove his commitment to the 1979 Islamic Revolution discourse.
Larak warship completes mission with success: Iran cmdr. Iran Press TV 02 Jun 2013 -- Iranian Navy Commander Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari says Iran's Larak warship has successfully accomplished its first mission in international waters.
Iranians will create economic epic soon: Qalibaf Iran Press TV 02 Jun 2013 -- Presidential candidate Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf says the Iranian nation will soon unite and create an economic epic as advised by Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.
Rezaei vows to use win-win plan to resolve nuclear issue Iran Press TV 02 Jun 2013 -- Independent presidential candidate Mohsen Rezaei says enemies use Iran's nuclear energy program as a pretext to disrupt the country's foreign relations, vowing to use a win-win plan to resolve the nuclear issue.
Nations must unite to change unjust world order: Ahmadinejad Iran Press TV 02 Jun 2013 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has slammed the prevailing unjust world order and called for concerted efforts to exercise structural transformations within the key global management bodies.
Iran raps US double-standard policies Iran Press TV 02 Jun 2013 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran has condemned the United States for its double-standard policies on terrorism.
'Iran independence must be respected' Iran Press TV 02 Jun 2013 -- Iranian presidential candidate Gholam Ali Haddad-Adel says all countries need to respect the Islamic Republic's independence if they want to negotiate with the country.
Iran Busts 'Terror Cell' Plotting to Disrupt Upcoming Polls RIA Novosti 02 Jun 2013 -- Iran's intelligence ministry said on Sunday its agents have dismantled a "terror network" backed by Israel's Mossad that planned to disrupt the upcoming presidential polls, the Fars news agency said.
US protests continue ahead of Bradley Manning trial Iran Press TV 02 Jun 2013 -- Thousands of supporters of US Army whistleblower Private Bradley Manning have continued to protest a day before his trial in the State of Maryland.
Explainer: Iran's Alleged Part In 1994 Bombing Of Buenos Aires Jewish Center RFE/RL 01 Jun 2013 -- A top Argentinian prosecutor has said new evidence strengthens the case against high-ranking Iranian officials accused of involvement in the decades-old bombing of a Jewish center in Buenos Aires in which 85 people were killed and around 300 more wounded.
Basij commander dismisses US sanctions as futile attempt IRNA 01 Jun 2013 -- Commander of Iranˈs Basij (volunteer forces), Brigadier-General Mohammad-Reza Naqdi on Saturday dismissed the US sanctions on Iran as futile attempt.
Economy main concern for Iranians: Haddad-Adel Iran Press TV 01 Jun 2013 -- Iranian presidential candidate Gholam-Ali Haddad-Adel says economic problems are the nation's main concern, stressing the next administration must promptly deal with the issue.
'US in no position to accuse other states of supporting terrorism' Iran Press TV 01 Jun 2013 -- Spokesman for Iran's UN mission in New York Ali-Reza Miryousefi says the US is in no position to accuse other countries of supporting terrorism.
Iran to lodge complaint against US over sanctions on petchem firms: MP Iran Press TV 01 Jun 2013 -- Iranian lawmaker Moayyed Hosseini Sadr says Iran will lodge a complaint with international bodies against the US over Washington's latest sanctions imposed on the country's petrochemical companies.
Iran among top 10 nuclear states in world: Jalili Iran Press TV 01 Jun 2013 -- Presidential candidate Saeed Jalili says despite all pressures on Iran over its peaceful nuclear energy it has become one of the top 10 world countries in this field.

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