December 2013 - Iran Special Weapons News

'Iran, world superpower in cyberspace, soft war' Iran Press TV 31 Dec 2013 -- A high-ranking Iranian military commander has described the Islamic Republic as a top and influential world power in cyberspace and soft wars.
60% enrichment bill warning to US, West: Iran MP Iran Press TV 30 Dec 2013 -- An Iranian lawmaker says a new bill drafted by Majlis to raise the uranium enrichment level in Iran to 60 percent was a warning to the US and Western countries.
Syria committed to Iran's presences in Geneva 2: FM Iran Press TV 29 Dec 2013 -- Damascus says it is committed to the Islamic Republic of Iran's participation in the Geneva 2 conference on the situation in Syria next month.
Velayati: US has no option except for yielding to Geneva accord IRNA 29 Dec 2013 -- Advisor to the Supreme Leader, Ali Akbar Velayati, said on Sunday that the US has no option except for yielding to Geneva accord.
Araqchi: Geneva deal to be implemented late January IRNA 29 Dec 2013 -- Member of Irans nulcear negotiating team Abbas Araqchi said on Sunday that in case no problems arise, the Geneva deal between Iran and G5+1 will be implemented late January 2014.
Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant halts activities for 2 months for refueling IRNA 29 Dec 2013 -- Iran's Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant halted its activities on Saturday for two months aimed at refueling, Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Ali-Akbar Salehi said on Saturday.
IAEA's Arak visit part of Iran-Agency deal: Envoy Iran Press TV 28 Dec 2013 -- Iran's envoy to the International Atomic Energy Agency says the recent IAEA visit to Arak heavy-water production plant was part of a mutual agreement and not the Geneva deal.
Majlis serious about ratifying 60% enrichment bill: Iran MP Iran Press TV 28 Dec 2013 -- An Iranian lawmaker says Majlis is serious about approving a draft bill that would oblige the government to produce 60-percent enriched uranium to meet the needs of the nation's civilian nuclear program.
Iran, Sextet to resume expert-level talks on Monday Iran Press TV 27 Dec 2013 -- Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says Iran and the six world powers will resume a new round of expert-level talks in the Swiss city of Geneva on Monday.
Salehi: Iran designs new generation of centrifuges IRNA 26 Dec 2013 -- A new generation of centrifuges are designed and ready to be mass produced, but before that phase they have to pass many tests, head of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran said here on Thursday, adding that there are now 19,000 centrifuges in Iran.
Iran researchers build new unmanned aerial vehicle Iran Press TV 25 Dec 2013 -- Iran has unveiled a new domestically designed and manufactured unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) which can be used for a number of civilian and military purposes.
Iran, G5+1 talks to be resumed in coming days, says Zarif ISNA 24 Dec 2013 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif announced that the country and the five permanent members of the UN Security Council plus Germany will hold experts negotiations in coming days.
Salehi: IAEA inspectors soon to visit Gachin mine IRNA 24 Dec 2013 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Ali-Akbar Salehi said on Tuesday that inspectors of the International Atomic Energy Agency will soon visit Gachin uranium mine in Bandar Abbas, Hormuzgan Province.
IAEA to visit Gachin uranium mine soon: Salehi Iran Press TV 24 Dec 2013 -- The Iranian nuclear chief says the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) inspectors will soon visit the Gachin uranium mine in Bandar Abbas, southern Iran.
'Iran to launch new indigenous carrier by 2015' Iran Press TV 24 Dec 2013 -- A senior Iranian aerospace official says the Islamic Republic plans to launch into space a new indigenously designed and manufactured carrier by the end of the next Iranian calendar year (March 20, 2015).
Araqchi: Enrichment, battle of wills between Iran, big powers IRNA 22 Dec 2013 -- Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the issue of enrichment is a battle of wills between Iran and six world big powers.
Araqchi: G5+1 insists on implementing Geneva deal with Iran IRNA 22 Dec 2013 -- Deputy Foreign Minister and member of Iran's nuclear negotiating team Abbas Araghchi said on Sunday that EU foreign policy chief Catjerome Ashton has assured that G5+1 insists on speedy implementation of Geneva deal in order to clinch a final agreement with Iran.
Araqchi: IAEA inspectors' visit on Iran-agency agreement basis IRNA 22 Dec 2013 -- Deputy FM and top nuclear negotiator said a visit by International Atomic Energy Agency inspectors of Iranian nuclear facilities during recent days was in framework of agreement signed between Iran and agency during IAEA chief Yokia Amano's visit of Tehran.
Nuclear talks moving forward slowly: Zarif Iran Press TV 22 Dec 2013 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the nuclear negotiations with six world powers are moving forward slowly.
Iranian fighters successfully destroy mobile targets in drill ISNA 21 Dec 2013 -- Iranian strategic bombers of Sukhoi Su-24 and Phantom jets annihilated fixed and mobile targets both in air and ground in the second day of main phase of an aerial drill held in Persian Gulf.
Commander: Iran ready to hold maneuvers with regional countries IRNA 21 Dec 2013 -- Deputy Commander of the Iranian Air Force Brigadier General Ali Reza Barkhor stressed Iran’s preparedness to hold joint military wargames with neighboring and regional countries.
Iran, Sextet resume 3rd day of expert-level talks Iran Press TV 21 Dec 2013 -- Fresh expert-level talks between Iran and six major world powers have entered an unscheduled third day in Geneva aimed at devising mechanisms to implement a landmark interim nuclear deal the two sides reached last month.
Obama Says 'No Need' For New Iran Sanctions RFE/RL 21 Dec 2013 -- President Barack Obama has again called on U.S. lawmakers not to pass legislation imposing new sanctions on Iran.
US man jailed for ‘helping Iran space program’ Iran Press TV 21 Dec 2013 -- A Maryland citizen has been sentenced to eight years behind bars for allegedly assisting Iran to launch its first research satellite.
Navy's 28th flotilla berth in Colombo Port IRNA 20 Dec 2013 -- Deputy Navy Commander for Operations Siavash Jarreh said that the 28th Flotilla of the Iranian Navy which is in Southeast Asia berthed at Colombo port in Sri Lanka.
Iran has 20-percent n-fuel for Tehran research reactor for next few years: Salehi IRNA 20 Dec 2013 -- Head of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran, Ali-Akbar Salehi said on Friday that Iran has reserved 20-percent nuclear fuel for Tehran research reactor so that it can work non-stop for a few more years.
Iran will not forsake rights if West violates Geneva deal: Salehi Iran Press TV 20 Dec 2013 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says the country will not compromise on its rights should the Western side renege on the nuclear deal recently struck with Tehran.
Iran reaffirms enrichment as red line Iran Press TV 20 Dec 2013 -- Iran says uranium enrichment on home soil will be a red line in any final settlement of the dispute over its nuclear energy program.
Iran kicks off major aerial drill over Persian Gulf Iran Press TV 20 Dec 2013 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran's Air Force (IRIAF) has launched massive military exercises over the Persian Gulf waters in the south of the country.
Iran's 28th fleet docks at Sri Lankan Colombo port Iran Press TV 20 Dec 2013 -- The Iranian Navy's 28th fleet of war vessels, which includes the nation's first super-heavy submarine, has docked at Sri Lanka's port of Colombo, says a top commander.
Obama To Veto Any New Iran Sanctions RFE/RL 20 Dec 2013 -- The White House has vowed that President Barack Obama will veto any legislation imposing new U.S. sanctions on Iran.
White House: Obama Would Veto Any New Iran Sanctions VOA 19 Dec 2013 -- The White House says President Barack Obama would veto any new legislation imposing additional sanctions on Iran over its nuclear program.
Iran Looks to Deepen Ties to Afghanistan VOA 19 Dec 2013 -- Amid a dispute with the United States over a long-term security deal, Afghanistan is pursuing closer ties with neighboring Iran. The diplomacy could signal an increasing regional role for Tehran in Afghan affairs after most international troops leave Afghanistan in 2014.
Salehi: Nuclear fuel for Tehran's reactor reserved for 4 years IRNA 19 Dec 2013 -- Head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization Ali Akbar Salehi said on Thursday that Iran has reserved nuclear fuel for Tehran's reactor for four years and there is nothing to worry about in this regard.
Iran deal obviates excuse for US missile system: Lavrov Iran Press TV 19 Dec 2013 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has reiterated that the implementation of a recent nuclear deal between Iran and the six world powers leaves no place for the deployment of a US missile system in Europe.
Iranian-G5+1 to resume experts talks Thursday ISNA 18 Dec 2013 -- An Iranian official announced that expert talks between Iran and the five permanent members of the UN Security Council plus Germany will be resumed in Geneva on Thursday.
FM: Pressures lead to production of 18,000 centrifuges IRNA 17 Dec 2013 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said Tuesday that pressures exerted on Iran by the West not only were not effective but also they have led to the production of some 18,000 centrifuges in the country.
Iran, G5+1 to resume expert talks ISNA 17 Dec 2013 -- A senior member of Iranian nuclear negotiating team Abbas Araqchi said Iran and the G5+1 have agreed to resume expert nuclear talks.
Iran dissatisfied with US over deal implementation: Official Iran Press TV 17 Dec 2013 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Marziyeh Afkham says Tehran has informed US Secretary of State John Kerry of the Islamic Republic's dissatisfaction with Washington over the implementation process of the Geneva interim deal.
Iran, Sextet will continue nuclear talks: Araqchi Iran Press TV 17 Dec 2013 -- A senior Iranian nuclear negotiator says the Islamic Republic will continue talks with the six major world powers on its nuclear energy program.
Stage set for final nuclear deal: Advisor to Leader Iran Press TV 17 Dec 2013 -- A top advisor to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has underlined Iran's resolve to continue its nuclear talks with the Sextet of world powers, saying the ground is prepared for a final deal.
Iran Air Defense Force unveils new indigenous radar Iran Press TV 17 Dec 2013 -- Iran Air Defense Force has unveiled a powerful indigenously designed and manufactured radar system named Arash.
Iran Expects Russia to Fulfill S-300 System Contract – Ambassador RIA Novosti 17 Dec 2013 -- Iran believes its contract to buy S-300 missile defense systems from Russia is legitimate and expects it to be fulfilled, Iran's ambassador to Russia said Tuesday.
Kerry calls Zarif IRNA 16 Dec 2013 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry announced on Monday that US Secretary of State John Kerry has called his Iranian counterpart Mohammad Javad Zarif.
Rafsanjani: West must abide by promises IRNA 16 Dec 2013 -- Expediency Council Chairman Ayatollah Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani said on Monday that the western governments must respect the diplomatic custom to abide by undertakings in line with the Geneva agreement on November 24.
Iran unveils first land-based positioning system ISNA 16 Dec 2013 -- Iran unveiled the first land-based positioning home-made system in a ceremony attended by Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Hossein Dehghan.
Iran's Zarif expresses dissatisfaction with new US sanctions ISNA 16 Dec 2013 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif in a phone call with his US counterpart John Kerry voiced Iran's dissatisfaction with the new US sanctions against Iran.
Iran has never sought access to WMD: Rouhani Iran Press TV 16 Dec 2013 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says the country has never sought Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and believes possession of such arms would not serve its national interests, whatsoever.
Iran able to design, develop submarines: Official Iran Press TV 16 Dec 2013 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran has developed the capability to design and manufacture various types of submarines, says a local official.
Geneva deal must ensure Iran N-rights: Larijani Iran Press TV 16 Dec 2013 -- Iran's Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani says the nuclear Agreement between Tehran and the Sextet of powers must ensure the Islamic Republic's nuclear rights and lead to the removal of sanctions.
Iran determined to finalize nuclear agreement: Zarif Iran Press TV 16 Dec 2013 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Tehran is committed to reaching a final comprehensive agreement with the Sextet of world powers over its nuclear energy program.
EU pledges readiness to lift anti-Iran sanctions Iran Press TV 16 Dec 2013 -- European Union says it is ready to suspend some sanctions against Iran as soon as experts check that Tehran is implementing the terms of a nuclear deal reached in Geneva.
IAEA to inspect Gachin mine soon IRNA 15 Dec 2013 -- A spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Sunday announced that inspectors of the UN nuclear watchdog are to inspect the Gachin mine in southern Iran in a near future.
Zarif: Iran will seriously continue negotiations IRNA 15 Dec 2013 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said Iran is to continue the negotiations process seriously.
Zarif: Tehran to give smart response to destructive actions ISNA 15 Dec 2013 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said the country would show 'proper and smart' reaction to any unconstructive measure towards Geneva deal concluded between Iran and the G5+1.
US obstructing path of Geneva nuclear deal: Majlis speaker Iran Press TV 15 Dec 2013 -- Iran Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani warns that obstructing the path of the nuclear deal reached between Tehran and the six major world powers in Geneva is not in the interest of the West.
McCain: Iran sanctions bill 'very likely' Iran Press TV 15 Dec 2013 -- US Senator John McCain says the Senate is "very likely" to pass a new sanctions bill against Iran despite a deal that the US, Russia, France, China, Britain and Germany - the so-called P5+1 group of countries, reached with Iran over its nuclear program on November 24 in Geneva.
Iran unveils project to produce 1st national GPS system IRNA 15 Dec 2013 -- The project to produce first national Global Positioning System (GPS) was inaugurated during a ceremony here Sunday in the presence of Defense Minister Brigadier General Hossein Dehqan.
Iran demands US explanations on former FBI agent ISNA 15 Dec 2013 -- Iranian UN mission called on the US administration to provide explanations about former FBI agent Robert Levinson claimed to have gone missing in Iran a few years ago.
US must explain Levinson's mission: Iran diplomat Iran Press TV 15 Dec 2013 -- An Iranian diplomat has demanded the US to explain about the mission of an American national, who went missing in Iran in 2007, after media revealed he was a CIA spy.
Levinson not incarcerated in Iran, Zarif says Iran Press TV 15 Dec 2013 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the retired FBI agent, who went missing in Iran in 2007, is not incarcerated in the country.
Iran successfully sends second monkey into space ISNA 14 Dec 2013 -- Iranian researchers have sent and recovered an explorer into space carrying live creature with the aim of developing space researches.
'Rassed 32 surveillance system monitoring Iran N-sites' Iran Press TV 14 Dec 2013 -- A senior Iranian commander says the Islamic Republic has equipped all sensitive and nuclear sites of the country with a smart surveillance system.
Iran arrests MI6 spy ISNA 14 Dec 2013 -- Iranian security forces identified and arrested a MI6 spy in southeastern Kerman Province, said Head of Kerman Revolution Court Dadkhoda Salari.
Iran arrests man spying for UK's MI6 Iran Press TV 14 Dec 2013 -- Iran has arrested a spy in the southeastern city of Kerman working for Britain's Secret Intelligence Service (MI6), says a local official.
IRGC drones equipped with bombs, rockets: Cmdr. Iran Press TV 13 Dec 2013 -- A senior Iranian commander says the drones of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) have been equipped with bombs and fully-guided missiles.
Iran Foreign Ministry slams new US sanctions Iran Press TV 13 Dec 2013 -- Iran Foreign Ministry slams the new US sanctions targeting the Islamic Republic as not constructive, saying that the US administration is responsible for these indiscreet moves.
US sanctions complicate Iran nuclear deal: Russia Iran Press TV 13 Dec 2013 -- Russian Foreign Ministry has warned that new US sanctions against Iran can seriously complicate implementation of Tehran's nuclear deal with the Sextet of world powers.
Media: American Who Disappeared in Iran Worked for CIA VOA 13 Dec 2013 -- Two U.S. media outlets are reporting that an American man who mysteriously disappeared nearly seven years ago in Iran was conducting a rogue operation for the CIA.
Window Closing for New US Sanctions on Iran VOA 12 Dec 2013 -- The chairman of the U.S. Senate committee that has crafted existing sanctions against Iran is speaking out against new penalties while international negotiations continue to limit Tehran's nuclear program.
Iran's nuclear activities not slowed down: Salehi IRNA 12 Dec 2013 -- Vice-President and the head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Ali-Akbar Salehi on Thursday dismissed certain remarks claiming that parts of Iran's nuclear activities have slowed down describing them as "baseless and wrong".
IRGC Commander: Supreme Leader's Words, Nation's Guidelines IRNA 12 Dec 2013 -- Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Commander Brigadier General Aziz Ja'fari referring to Iran's Geneva deal with Sextet said here Thursday Supreme Leader's comments in that and in every field are Iranian nation's guidelines.
US sanctions groups supporting Iran's nuclear energy program Iran Press TV 12 Dec 2013 -- The United States has issued new sanctions against a number of companies and individuals for "providing support for" Iran's nuclear energy program.
US Targets More Companies Evading Iran Sanctions VOA 12 Dec 2013 -- The United States has targeted more than a dozen companies and individuals for evading international sanctions against Iran and for providing support for Tehran's nuclear program.
No slowdown in peaceful nuclear activities: Iran Iran Press TV 12 Dec 2013 -- The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) has dismissed claims that the country's nuclear activities have slowed down, saying the Islamic Republic's peaceful nuclear work is well underway on all fronts.
Kerry Fails to Convince Key Senators to Forgo New Iran Sanctions VOA 11 Dec 2013 -- A direct appeal by U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry has not convinced skeptical senators to forgo a push to boost sanctions against Iran. Kerry appears to have changed few if any minds when he told U.S. lawmakers that further sanctions would torpedo delicate international negotiations to limit Tehran's nuclear program.
IRGC experts training Syrian army: Cmdr. Jafari Iran Press TV 11 Dec 2013 -- An Iranian commander says the the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has military experts in Syria who share experience and provide consultations to the armed forces of the Arab country.
IRGC commander: Irans power not mere military IRNA 11 Dec 2013 -- Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Mohammad Ali Ja'fari said Iran's power relies not just on its military might.
Zarif: Iran, Russia closing agreement on building reactor, N. power plant IRNA 11 Dec 2013 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said Iran and Russia are closing agreement on building reactor and nuclear power plant.
Iran, IAEA to discuss Iranian uranium mine inspection ISNA 11 Dec 2013 -- Iranian representative to the IAEA Reza Najafi said the country and the agency plan to discuss practical measures in the second phase of the deal concluded in Tehran between the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Head Ali Akbar Salehi and the IAEA Chief Yukiya Amano, in Vienna on Wednesday.
Iran insists on taking delivery of S-300 systems Iran Press TV 11 Dec 2013 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the Islamic Republic insists on taking delivery of the Russian-made S-300 missile defense systems under a deal cut between the two countries.
Kerry Asks U.S. Lawmakers Not To Seek New Iran Sanctions RFE/RL 11 Dec 2013 -- U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry has appealed to U.S. lawmakers not to impose new sanctions on Tehran as world powers implement a six-month first-step deal toward seeking a comprehensive agreement with Iran to curb its nuclear program.
Russia Reaffirms Plans to Cooperate With Iran on Peaceful Atom RIA Novosti 11 Dec 2013 -- Russia is interested in continuing collaboration with Iran in the development of the Islamic Republic's civilian nuclear power program, Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Wednesday.
Afkham: Removal of all sanctions, final phase of talks IRNA 10 Dec 2013 -- Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Marziyeh Afkham said based on Iran's proposed plan the final achievement of the nuclear talks should be the removal of all sanctions including the ones by the United Nations Security Council.
Iran to unveil new sophisticated radar system IRNA 10 Dec 2013 -- Commander of Khatam al-Anbiya Air Defense Base, Brigadier General Farzad Esmaili on Tuesday said a newly built radar system dubbed 'Arash" is to be unveiled this week.
Iran sees an end to sanctions as final step of nuclear deal IRNA 10 Dec 2013 -- Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Marzieh Afkham said on Tuesday that Tehran considers lifting of the arbitrary sanctions as final step of the nuclear deal with the western governments.
Iran's indigenous Fateh submarine set for launch Iran Press TV 10 Dec 2013 -- The Iranian defense minister has announced that the construction and testing of the country's indigenous semi-heavy submarine Fateh (Conqueror) has been completed and will be delivered to naval forces upon being armed.
Experts: Iran-GCC Rapprochement Remains Elusive VOA 10 Dec 2013 -- Following its recent nuclear agreement with the six world powers, analysts say Iran is actively looking to mend fences with its Gulf neighbors. Foreign Minister Mohamed Javad Zarif recently completed a whirlwind tour of four of the six countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and secured promises of reciprocal visits. But mistrust of Iran runs high in the Gulf, particularly in Saudi Arabia and Bahrain, and experts say Tehran's recently diplomatic initiative is unlikely to sway its wary neighbors.
Iran-China navy cooperation will expand IRNA 10 Dec 2013 -- Iran Navy Commander Rear-Admiral Habibollah Sayyari and commander of south Chinese naval fleet, Vui Shuiy, called for development of cooperation between the two forces in Indian Ocean.
Iran to send Kavoshgar 7 carrier into space Iran Press TV 10 Dec 2013 -- Iran plans to send a living organism into space onboard the country's Kavoshgar 7 (Explorer 7) satellite carrier soon, an Iranian official says.
Iran to accomplish construction of RQ-170 drone soon ISNA 10 Dec 2013 -- Lieutenant Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Brigadier General Hossein Salami said the country plans to accomplish construction of RQ-170 drone soon.
Iran launches home-made defense shield ISNA 09 Dec 2013 -- Iran launched the first home-made cyber defense shield dubbed 'Shahpad' (the smart network of defense security cover), after several years of studies and research.
Rouhani: Iran not to give up nuclear rights ISNA 09 Dec 2013 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani reiterated that the country would not give up its peaceful nuclear activities.
Iran Navy's 28th fleet to leave India's Mumbai port Iran Press TV 09 Dec 2013 -- Iran's 28th naval fleet of war vessels is set to depart from India's western port city of Mumbai for other major ports in Southeast Asia, says an Iranian naval commander.
Geneva deal attests to Iran enrichment right: Russia Iran Press TV 09 Dec 2013 -- Russia says the interim deal between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Sextet paves the way for the recognition of Tehran's "inalienable right" to uranium enrichment.
Obama trying to stop sanctions on Iran Iran Press TV 09 Dec 2013 -- US President Barack Obama is dispatching two of his top diplomats to Capitol Hill next week to prevent new sanctions from being passed on Iran.
US lawmakers insist on final deal without Iranian enrichment Iran Press TV 09 Dec 2013 -- Two US lawmakers who handle intelligence matters say the Obama administration should not accept a long-term deal with Iran that would include uranium enrichment.
Iraqi Government must clarify whereabouts of mission Iranian exiles – UN experts UN News Centre 09 Dec 2013 -- A group of independent United Nations human rights experts today called on the Iraqi Government to clarify the whereabouts of seven residents of Camp Ashraf, who were allegedly abducted last September after an attack that left 52 people dead, guarantee their safety and prevent their extradition to Iran.
Diplomacy yields results with rationality not force, says Defense Minister ISNA 08 Dec 2013 -- Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Hossein Dehghan blasted his US counterpart for his recent anti-Iranian hostile remarks.
IAEA inspection of Arak underway: AEOI Iran Press TV 08 Dec 2013 -- A senior Iranian official says inspectors from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) have begun their visit of Arak heavy water plant.
Iran FM warns against derailing Geneva nuclear deal Iran Press TV 08 Dec 2013 -- Iran Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif calls the nuclear agreement reached between Tehran and six major world powers in Geneva a "very important step," warning against bids to derail implementation of the deal.
Iran not giving up nuclear rights: Rouhani Iran Press TV 08 Dec 2013 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the Islamic Republic will never back down from its nuclear rights, including uranium enrichment for peaceful purposes.
IAEA Inspectors Visit Arak Nuclear Site in Iran RIA Novosti 08 Dec 2013 -- Experts from the UN nuclear watchdog have started inspections at Iran's heavy-water reactor under construction at Arak, the ISNA news agency reported Sunday.
Remarks by the President in a Conversation with the Saban Forum The White House 07 Dec 2013
Obama: '50/50' Chance of Final Iran Deal, Defends Interim Plan VOA 07 Dec 2013 -- U.S. President Barack Obama and his top diplomat are seeking support for a recent temporary agreement to halt Iran's nuclear programs and U.S. efforts to bring peace to the Middle East.
Iran Navy cmdr. to attend naval confab in Jakarta Iran Press TV 07 Dec 2013 -- Iran's Navy Commander Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari has left Tehran for Jakarta to participate in the International Maritime Security Symposium in Indonesia.
Iran provides IAEA with info on new centrifuges Iran Press TV 07 Dec 2013 -- A senior Iranian official says the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) has provided the UN nuclear agency with information about the country's new generation of centrifuges.
Navy's 28th flotilla berths at Mumbai port IRNA 06 Dec 2013 -- Iranian Navy's 28th Flotilla berthed at Mumbai port on Thursday, a senior Navy commander announced.
Iranian warships on three-day goodwill visit to Mumbai IRNA 06 Dec 2013 -- Iranian warships have come calling to Mumbai on a goodwill visit as part of the bilateral defence ties with India.
Iran, India stress expansion of naval cooperation Iran Press TV 06 Dec 2013 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran and India are eager to see closer cooperation between the two countries' navies.
Indian navy keen to expand cooperation with Iran IRNA 06 Dec 2013 -- Commander of India's West Navy underlined the need for the further expansion of cooperation with Iranian Navy in the Persian Gulf and Indian Ocean.
US Congress Considering New Iran Sanctions VOA 05 Dec 2013 -- As early as next week the U.S. Congress could approve tough new sanctions on Iran, a move the White House warns may undermine diplomatic efforts to curb the country's controversial nuclear program.
Zarif: Nuclear talks' path changed from encounter to problem solving IRNA 05 Dec 2013 -- Before recent Geneva nuclear talks both sides moved towards imposed encounters, to no one's benefit, a trend that was halted in Geneva and move towards problem solving began, said Iranian foreign minister in meeting with Iranians in UAE.
EU assures Iran of being committed to Geneva deal Iran Press TV 05 Dec 2013 -- The European Union (EA) has assured Iran that the six major world powers that reached an agreement with Iran in Geneva are serious about their commitments stipulated in the deal, says Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif.
Commander: Enemies unable to recognize Irans preventive force IRNA 04 Dec 2013 -- Commander of Irans Navy said that with presence in all oceans, Irans Navy is trying for world peace, adding that the force has an effective preventive power, which enemies are unable to recognize.
Iran can return to previous oil production level of 4m bpd: Zanganeh IRNA 04 Dec 2013 -- Oil Minister Bijan Namdar Zanganeh said on Tuesday that the country can restore its oil production to the previous level of four million barrels.
IAEA inspectors to visit Iran's heavy water facility in Arak Iran Press TV 04 Dec 2013 -- International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) inspectors are scheduled to visit the Arak heavy water facility on Sunday, the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says.
Final deal with Iran can include capacity for enrichment: US Iran Press TV 04 Dec 2013 -- The final comprehensive agreement the six world powers seek to reach with Iran over its nuclear energy program could include the capacity for uranium enrichment, the White House said.
Iranian navy repels ten pirate attacks and frees two seized vessels Iran Press TV 04 Dec 2013 -- Iranian Navy commander says the country's naval forces have since, last summer, repelled ten pirate attacks and freed two vessels seized by pirates.
Iran to dispatch 28th naval flotilla to India soon Iran Press TV 04 Dec 2013 -- Commander of the Iranian Navy Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari says the country will dispatch its 28th Naval Flotilla to western Indian port city of Mumbai tomorrow.
Iran enrichment right enshrined in Geneva deal: Araqchi Iran Press TV 03 Dec 2013 -- Iran Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Abbas Araqchi says the country's right to uranium enrichment has been enshrined in recent nuclear deal between Tehran and the six major world powers in Geneva.
Iran dispatches Navy's 28th Naval Fleet to encounter pirates IRNA 02 Dec 2013 -- The Iranian Navy is dispatching its 28th Naval Fleet to the region's free waters to encounter the pirates, the commander of Iranian Navy's North Fleet and 4th Naval District said on Sunday evening.
Iran modernizes war ships to confront air, missile strikes ISNA 01 Dec 2013 -- Deputy Commander of Iranian Navy Rear Admiral Abbas Zamini announced the country has overhauled two missile launchers in order to confront missile and air strikes.
Iran, Russia in talks on new Bushehr nuclear plant ISNA 01 Dec 2013 -- Iran and Russia are in talks to build another nuclear plant at Bushehr, with construction set to begin in 2014, media Sunday reported nuclear chief Ali Akbar Salehi as saying.
Iran's defense power poses no threat to any country IRNA 01 Dec 2013 -- Minister of Defense Brigadier General Hossein Dehqan said Sunday that Iran's defensive power poses no threat to any country including regional states.
2 missile launchers, logistic warship join Iran Navy Iran Press TV 01 Dec 2013 -- The Iranian Navy has launched three overhauled vessels, namely two missile launcher frigates and an auxiliary warship, in line with the country's plans to improve its defensive prowess.
AEOI asks for budget to expand nuclear plants: Salehi Iran Press TV 01 Dec 2013 -- The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) has asked the administration of President Hassan Rouhani to allocate a share in next year's budget to finance new nuclear power plants in the country.
Iran, Russia Talk New Nuclear Power Plant Deal – Report RIA Novosti 01 Dec 2013 -- Iran and Russia are discussing plans to build a new nuclear power plant at Bushehr, with construction set to begin next year, Iranian media reports said Sunday citing the country's nuclear chief.
Top US Lawmakers Want Additional Iran Sanctions VOA 01 Dec 2013 -- U.S. lawmakers of both major political parties are expressing skepticism over last month's interim accord on Iran's nuclear program. Congress' appetite for boosting sanctions against Tehran has not waned, despite Obama administration warnings that heightened measures could torpedo delicate diplomacy.

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