September 2014 - Iran Special Weapons News

Iran to launch another bio-capsule into space in coming months ISNA 30 Sep 2014 -- Deputy Head of Iranian Space Agency (ISA) Hamid Fazeli said the country plans to launch another bio-capsule into space by the end of the Iranian calendar year, started on March 21.
Iran: US needs to stop flow of ISIL funds instead of air strikes ISNA 30 Sep 2014 -- Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for African and Arab countries Hossein Amir-Abdollahian called on the US to block flow of funds for the terrorist group known as the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) instead of launching air strikes on Syria.
Rouhani says Iran, P5+1 can reach final deal by deadline ISNA 30 Sep 2014 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani said if the P5+1 group shows real determination, a final nuclear agreement between Tehran and the six powers is possible before the November 24 deadline.
Iran rejects reports on cooperation against ISIL in return for nuclear case ISNA 30 Sep 2014 -- Secretary of Iranian Supreme National Security Council Ali Shamkhani rejected reports that the country is ready to battle the terrorist group of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) in return for its nuclear case.
Iran,P5+1 can reach final deal by deadline: Rouhani Iran Press TV 30 Sep 2014 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says if the P5+1 group shows real determination, a final nuclear agreement between Tehran and the six powers is possible before the November 24 deadline.
Iran's missile power sends shivers down enemies spine: Commander IRNA 29 Sep 2014 -- Iran's missile power will send shivers down enemies spine, said Deputy Chief of General Command of the Armed Forces for Security Affairs Brigadier General Mostafa Izadi on Monday.
IRGC tests three home-made defense weapons Iran Press TV 29 Sep 2014 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has put to the test new domestically designed and manufactured military hardware, including a high-explosive mine, a sniper rifle and a triple-barrel cannon.
Iran dismisses UAE remarks on Persian Gulf islands Iran Press TV 28 Sep 2014 -- Iran has slammed the UAE's new statements about the three Iranian islands in the Persian Gulf as interference in Tehran's internal affairs.
Iran ready to respond to any incursion into borders: Cmdr. Iran Press TV 28 Sep 2014 -- An Iranian military commander has underscored the country's defense capabilities, saying the Islamic Republic is ready to repel any incursion into its territory.
Iran, China hold joint naval exercise 'successfully' ISNA 27 Sep 2014 -- Deputy Commander of the Iranian Navy Rear Admiral Gholamreza Khadem Bigham said Iranian Navy and the 17th Flotilla of Chinese Navy held a joint exercise 'successfully.'
Iran self-sufficient in producing advanced radars, drones: Iran cmdr. Iran Press TV 27 Sep 2014 -- A senior Iranian commander says the Islamic Republic has attained self-sufficiency in manufacturing military equipment, including state-of-the-art missiles and radar systems.
President: Iran to continue enrichment IRNA 27 Sep 2014 -- President Hassan Rouhani said Iran will never give up its peaceful, legal nuclear activities, stressing that the uranium enrichment will continue on Irans soil.
Iran's Araqchi says no agreement on key nunclear issues ISNA 27 Sep 2014 -- A top Iranian negotiator in nuclear talks with the P5+1 group said the Islamic Republic and the five permanent members of the UN Security Council plus Germany have not reached an agreement on major issues.
Iran's President Says Nuclear Talks Must Move Faster RFE/RL 27 Sep 2014 -- Iranian President Hassan Rohani has expressed dissatisfaction with progress in talks with major world powers on Tehran's nuclear program.
Rouhani Says All Sanctions Against Iran Including UNSC-Adopted Illegal RIA Novosti 27 Sep 2014 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said Friday that all sanctions against Iran, including the ones, adopted by the United Nations Security Council, are illegal.
Iran: 'Extremely Slow' Nuclear Talks Progress VOA 26 Sep 2014 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says progress in ongoing nuclear talks with Western envoys has been 'extremely slow' and warned that negotiations must speed up for a deal to be reached by a November 24 deadline.
Nuclear talks at vital juncture: Araqchi IRNA 26 Sep 2014 -- A senior member of Irans nuclear talks team says the negotiating sides have not reached a convincing solution amid discussing the details which have led the talks to a 'breath-taking' point.
International law basis of trust building in Iran nuclear case: Rouhani Iran Press TV 26 Sep 2014 -- Iran's president says international law is the main mechanism for building trust in negotiations between the Islamic Republic and six world powers over Tehran's nuclear energy program.
Rouhani stresses 'constructive interaction' with world Iran Press TV 26 Sep 2014 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has reaffirmed Iran's determination to promote its relations with the global community based on the principle of "constructive interaction."
Rouhani: West's 'Strategic Blunders' Caused Middle East Extremism VOA 25 Sep 2014 -- Iran's president is placing heavy blame on Western countries for the rise of extremism in the Middle East, citing colonialism and what he called 'strategic blunders.'
Iran Leader Blames West for Islamic State's Rise VOA 25 Sep 2014 -- Iran's president is placing heavy blame on Western countries for the rise of extremism in the Middle East, citing colonialism and what he called 'strategic blunders.'
VOA Exclusive: US Negotiator Cites Progress in Iran Nuclear Talks VOA 25 Sep 2014 -- The chief U.S. negotiator at nuclear talks with Iran said in an exclusive interview with VOA's Persian Service on Thursday that optimism for a final deal remains.
President expresses concern about globalized terrorism IRNA 25 Sep 2014 -- President Hassan Rouhani on Thursday expressed concern about the globalized terrorism and questioned the world leaders whether they have been united against the extremists?
President: Nuclear issue can be settled through dialogue IRNA 25 Sep 2014 -- President Hassan Rouhani in a meeting with President of European Council (EC) Herman Van Rompuy on Wednesday, stressed that nuclear issue can be settled only through negotiations.
Iran's Rohani Addresses Extremism, Nuclear Issue At UN RFE/RL 25 Sep 2014 -- Addressing the UN General Assembly, Iranian President Hassan Rohani has said the West is responsible for 'strategic blunders' that have turned the Middle East, Central Asia, and the Caucasus into a "haven for terrorists and extremists."
Iran Says Ready for 'Good Faith' Nuclear Deal with West RIA Novosti 25 Sep 2014 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani reaffirmed on Thursday Tehran's readiness to continue work on securing a historic nuclear deal with the West, but insisted that Iran will not give up its peaceful nuclear program.
Iran's President Vows Honest Dialogue in Nuclear Talks VOA 25 Sep 2014 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said in a speech to the United Nations General Assembly on Thursday that Iran is committed to serious and honest negotiations on its nuclear program but will not stop enriching uranium.
Rouhani: Iran at nuclear talks table based on sound logic, transparency IRNA 24 Sep 2014 -- Iran's presence at nuclear negotiations table is based on logic and transparency and final resolving of this issue will serve interests of both sides, the region, and the world, said President Hassan Rouhani in a meeting with the press here Tuesday.
Iran evaluates US air raids in Syria as illegal interference IRNA 23 Sep 2014 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson here Tuesday considered air raids of the United States and some other countries in Syria as illegal interference that can further complicate the region's chaotic conditions.
Tehran: US-Led Military Attack on IS in Syria Violates Int'l Law, Sovereignty of State RIA Novosti 23 Sep 2014 -- Tehran has denounced the US airstrikes against IS targets in Syria as an illegal action and violating the Arab country's sovereignty.
Iran unveils indigenous combat drone IRNA 23 Sep 2014 -- Iran unveiled its first indigenous combat drone capable of carrying air-to-air missiles in a ceremony attended by Deputy Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami and a number of high-ranking military officials.
Iran dismisses agreement on disconnecting centrifuges cascades IRNA 23 Sep 2014 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Marziyeh Afkham categorically dismissed any agreement on disconnecting Irans centrifuge cascades instead of reducing their number.
Iran unveils first drone armed with air defense missile ISNA 23 Sep 2014 -- Iran unveiled the first drone equipped with air defense missile on Tuesday in the second day of Sacred Defense Week, marking the 8-year Iraqi imposed war on Iran.
Iran unveils indigenous combat drone armed with missiles Iran Press TV 23 Sep 2014 -- Iran has unveiled its first indigenous unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) armed with air defense missiles suitable for aerial combats.
Iran launches indigenous missile projects IRNA 22 Sep 2014 -- Iran unveiled two indigenous missile defense systems in a ceremony attended by President Hassan Rouhani and a number of high-ranking military officials.
President: Irans leadership, people share single view on nuclear issue IRNA 22 Sep 2014 -- Iranian leadership and its people share one single view on the countrys peaceful nuclear activities and are not to give up their legitimate nuclear rights, President Hassan Rouhani said on Monday.
Iran, US FMs meet in New York ISNA 22 Sep 2014 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and US Secretary of State John Kerry discussed key issues related to Iranian nuclear program in New York.
Iran to hold joint naval exercise with China ISNA 22 Sep 2014 -- Iranian Navy Commander Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari said the country plans to hold a joint naval exercise with China when the visiting Chinese flotilla leaves Iranian ports, where it has berthed.
Iranian Armed Forces stage parade, mark Sacred Defense Week ISNA 22 Sep 2014 -- Iranian Armed Forces staged a massive parade on Monday concurrent with the beginning of Sacred Defense Week, start of the 8-year imposed war against Iran by former Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein.
Iran will never give up peaceful nuclear rights: Rouhani Iran Press TV 22 Sep 2014 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says the Islamic Republic will never give up its right to peaceful use of nuclear energy, vowing to continue the nuclear path for the country's development.
Iran rejects reports on Kuwaiti mediation for joining anti-ISIL coalition ISNA 21 Sep 2014 -- Iran rejected media reports that it has called on Kuwait to mediate for Iran's participation in the US-led so-called international coalition against the terrorist group of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL).
Army ready to thwart all types of threats: Statement IRNA 21 Sep 2014 -- Army is ready to thwart all types of threats, the Army said in a statement released on Sunday on the occasion of the Sacred Defense Week.
Iran committed to logic in nuclear talks: Larijani IRNA 21 Sep 2014 -- Iran is committed to logic in the nuclear talks and not interested in Washingtons 'useless political gestures' which is only a waste of time, Speaker of the Parliament (Majlis) Ali Larijani said on Sunday.
Iran accomplishes 90 percent of Arak Heavy Water Reactor ISNA 21 Sep 2014 -- The doors of Arak Heavy Water Reactor, (IR-40), located in central Iran, have been open one decade after its construction began.
Russia Makes Proposals During Talks Between P5+1 Group And Tehran, Hopes for Cooperation RIA Novosti 21 Sep 2014 -- Russia has made a number of proposals during the talks between the P5+1 group of mediators and Tehran and hopes for collective work in this direction, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov told RIA Novosti Sunday.
Iran, P5+1 Group Make Progress on Debatable Issues: Deputy Russian Foreign Minister RIA Novosti 21 Sep 2014 -- Iran and P5+1 international mediation group have achieved some progress on formerly controversial issues, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov told RIA Novosti Sunday.
Iran not to join US-led fight on ISIL: Zarif Iran Press TV 20 Sep 2014 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Tehran will not team up with the US in its so-called coalition against Takfiri ISIL militants.
Zarif urges US to lift anti-Iran sanctions IRNA 20 Sep 2014 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has called for the removal of the US-led sanctions against Iran in an exclusive interview published in the September-October issue of bimonthly The National Interest.
IAEA says Iran complying with terms of nuclear deal with P5+1 Iran Press TV 19 Sep 2014 -- The International Atomic Energy Agency says Iran is complying with the terms of an interim deal it reached with the five permanent members of the UN Security Council plus Germany last year.
Arak Reactor Remains Issue of Concern at Iran, P5+1 Nuclear Talks: Russia RIA Novosti 19 Sep 2014 -- The future of the Arak heavy water nuclear reactor remains one of the main obstacles at the nuclear talks between the P5+1 group of mediators and Tehran, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov told RIA Novosti Thursday.
Background Briefing on P5+1 Talks US Dept. of State 18 Sep 2014
Any nuclear deal much better than no deal: Zarif Iran Press TV 18 Sep 2014 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says any deal between Iran and the P5+1 on the Islamic Republic's nuclear energy program is much better than no agreement at all.
Iran says no stop in accomplishment of Arak Heavy Water Reactor ISNA 17 Sep 2014 -- Iran said that there has been no stop in accomplishment of Arak Heavy Water Reactor.
Iran Army to unveil new military hardware: Commander Iran Press TV 17 Sep 2014 -- The Iranian Army's Ground Forces are poised to unveil two newly-developed military hardware, the commander of the forces says.
Final N-deal needs tough work, hard decisions: Zarif Iran Press TV 17 Sep 2014 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says any final agreement between the Islamic Republic and the P5+1 over Tehran's nuclear energy program requires hard decisions.
EC chairman: Honesty perquisite to success of nuclear talks IRNA 16 Sep 2014 -- Chairman of Expediency Council Ayatollah Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani said on Tuesday that honesty is the main criterion for success of nuclear talks between Iran and G5+1.
Iran Nuclear Program Talks to Resume at UN VOA 16 Sep 2014 -- Iran and and the five permanent members of the U.N. Security Council plus Germany are set to resume talks on Iran's nuclear program Thursday in New York -- in a bid to reach an agreement before a November deadline.
Nuclear programmes of DPR Korea, Iran remain 'serious concern' – UN official UN News Centre 15 Sep 2014 -- The nuclear programmes of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) and Iran remain matters of serious concern, the head of the United Nations nuclear watchdog said today, as he called on both countries to cooperate fully to clear up outstanding issues.
Supreme Leader: US claims about ISIS empty, biased IRNA 15 Sep 2014 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said on Monday that US claims about forming a coalition to fight the Daesh terrorist group (ISIS) are 'empty' and 'biased'.
US seeks military presence in Mideast: Ayatollah Khamenei Iran Press TV 15 Sep 2014 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the US seeks to expand its military presence in the Middle East region by declaring war on the Takfiri ISIL terrorists.
US Open to Future Talks With Iran on Fighting Islamic State VOA 15 Sep 2014 -- Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said he has rejected Obama administration requests for help in fighting against Islamic State militants in Iraq. U.S. officials say there is no military coordination with Iran but Washington is open to future talks on fighting the Islamic State.
Iran Leader Ayatollah Khamenei discharged from hospital ISNA 15 Sep 2014 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei was discharged from hospital after undergoing a successful prostate surgery.
Construction of two new nuclear power plants to start this year: AEOI spokesman IRNA 15 Sep 2014 -- Spokesman for Atomic Energy Organization of Iran Behrouz Kamalvandi on Monday predicted that construction work on two new Iranian nuclear power plants will begin by the end of 2014.
Iran plans to build two more nuclear power plants: AEOI Iran Press TV 15 Sep 2014 -- Iran plans to start the construction of two new nuclear power plants in the southern province of Bushehr before the end of the current Persian calendar year (20 March 2015), the spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says.
UN Nuclear Agency Head Pressures Iran For Information VOA 15 Sep 2014 -- The head of the U.N. nuclear agency that is investigating suspected atomic bomb research by Iran on Monday pressured Tehran to either cooperate or accept a possible ruling on the allegations based on incomplete information.
Wide Array Of Countries Expected To Join Coalition Against Islamic State Militants RFE/RL 13 Sep 2014 -- As Washington vows to put together a broad coalition to fight Islamic State militants in Iraq and Syria, the outlines of the new alliance are beginning to take shape.
Russian Nuclear Experts Present Bushehr-2 NPP Project in Iran RIA Novosti 12 Sep 2014 -- Russian nuclear experts have presented a project for the new Iranian nuclear power plant Bushehr-2 at a seminar in Tegeran, Rosatom's Atomenergomash stated in a Friday release.
Iran, EU3 start bilateral nuclear talks IRNA 11 Sep 2014 -- Irans nuclear negotiating team began bilateral talks in Vienna, Austria, on Thursday with the representatives of three European members of the Group 5+1 (Britain, France and Germany) to settle disagreements on the way of reaching a final comprehensive agreement with the six major powers over Tehrans peaceful nuclear activities.
Iran, 3 European states hold nuclear talks in Vienna Iran Press TV 11 Sep 2014 -- Representatives of Iran and the three European countries in the P5+1 group have held a meeting in Vienna to discuss the Iranian nuclear energy program.
Iran forces must thwart naval threats at source: Military official Iran Press TV 11 Sep 2014 -- A senior Iranian military official has called for the preparedness of the Iranian Armed Forces to foil threats posed to the Islamic Republic from high seas across the globe.
Iran reiterates commitment to support new Iraqi government IRNA 09 Sep 2014 -- Spokeswoman for Foreign Ministry Marzieh Afkham said on Tuesday that Iran recommenced its commitment to support government of new Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Ebadi voicing readiness to further promote cordial bilateral relations between Tehran and Baghdad.
Iran Foreign Ministry hails formation of new Iraqi governemnt Iran Press TV 09 Sep 2014 -- Iran Foreign Ministry spokeswoman has hailed the formation of a new government in Iraq, saying the Islamic Republic will continue its all-out support for the neighboring country.
Araqchi: We have reached agreement on 70 percent of issues IRNA 09 Sep 2014 -- Deputy Foreign Minister in Legal and International Affairs Abbas Araqchi said in talks with Group 5+1, we have reached agreement on 70 percent of issues.
No deal with Sextet unless Iran's demands met: Araqchi ISNA 09 Sep 2014 -- A senior Iranian nuclear negotiator said there will be no deal with the five permanent members of the UN Security Council plus Germany if Iran's demands are not met.
Supreme Leaders surgery ends successfully IRNA 08 Sep 2014 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei went under a surgery at a Tehran hospital Monday morning.
Iran's Army, IRGC plan to stage joint drill: Commander Iran Press TV 07 Sep 2014 -- Commander of Iran's Ground Forces says the Army and the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) plan to stage a joint military maneuver in southeastern Iran in the second half of the current Iranian calendar year.
Official criticizes IAEA for delay in releasing report on explosive detonators IRNA 06 Sep 2014 -- Iran Atomic Energy Organization spokesman on Saturday criticized the International Atomic Energy Agency for delay in releasing report about explosive detonators, saying that the report should have been released earlier in May.
Iranian envoy: Access to final agreement is possible IRNA 06 Sep 2014 -- Irans ambassador to Vienna believes if the western side in nuclear talks has the necessary effort and intension, the nuclear dispute between Iran and west will be solved until November 24.
Iran criticizes IAEA for delayed EBW report Iran Press TV 06 Sep 2014 -- An official of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) has criticized the UN nuclear body for its delayed release of the assessment of Iran's exploding bridge wire (EBW) detonators.
No Iranian forces sent to Iraq: FM Zebar Iran Press TV 04 Sep 2014 -- Iraq's Foreign Minister Hoshyar Zebari has dismissed reports about the presence of Iranian forces in his country fighting the ISIL Takfiri terrorists.
Iran develops radar-evading chopper: General Iran Press TV 04 Sep 2014 -- Iran is manufacturing three domestically-designed helicopters including a radar-evading chopper, the latest in military advancements in the Islamic Republic, a senior military official says.
Iran ballistic missiles repel any threat: General Iran Press TV 03 Sep 2014 -- A senior Iranian defense official says the country's ballistic missiles can repel any threat to the Islamic Republic's territorial integrity.
Larijani visits Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant IRNA 03 Sep 2014 -- Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani paid a visit to Iran's nuclear power plant in southern port city of Bushehr.
Rouhani: Government duty bound to follow up Supreme Leaders guidelines IRNA 03 Sep 2014 -- President Hassan Rouhani said on Wednesday that the government is committed to carry out gudeelines of the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.
Iran Says It Spoiled Plots To Disrupt Nuclear Program RFE/RL 02 Sep 2014 -- Iran says it has foiled plots to disrupt its nuclear program.
Iran unveils high-tech radar systems Iran Press TV 02 Sep 2014 -- Iran has unveiled two domestically-manufactured state-of-the-art radar systems capable of detecting stealth aircraft and long-distance targets.
Iran implementing five nuclear cooperation measures: IAEA envoy Iran Press TV 01 Sep 2014 -- Tehran is seriously working to complete the implementation of five nuclear transparency measures agreed with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in May.

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