February 2015 - Iran Special Weapons News

Velayati: Iran respects international law in nuclear talks IRNA 28 Feb 2015 -- Head of Strategic Research at the Expediency Council Ali Akbar Velayati said on Saturday that Iran respects international law in nuclear negotiations with the western governments.
Zarif: Nuclear talks approaching sensitive stages IRNA 28 Feb 2015 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said Iran's nuclear negotiations with the world powers are nearing sensitive stages.
Iran-P5+1 nuclear talks at sensitive point: Zarif Iran Press TV 28 Feb 2015 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the country's negotiations with the P5+1 countries over Tehran's nuclear program have reached a 'sensitive point.'
Iranian Cleric Says 'Final Steps' Being Taken In Nuclear Talks RFE/RL 27 Feb 2015 -- Tehran's provisional Friday Prayers leader says the 'final steps' are being taken in Iran's talks with six global powers aimed at reaching an agreement curbing Tehran's disputed nuclear program.
IRGC kicks off second day of major military drill Iran Press TV 26 Feb 2015 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has kicked off the second day of major military maneuvers code-named the Great Prophet 9 in the Strait of Hormuz in the Persian Gulf.
Iran tests reconnaissance robots in massive Great Prophet drills – media TASS 26 Feb 2015 -- Iran has tested its new reconnaissance robots during the Great Prophet 9 war games, local news agencies reported on Thursday.
Iran's IRGC Attacks Mock US Carrier in War Games VOA 26 Feb 2015 -- Iran's Revolutionary Guards staged a large-scale military exercise in the Persian Gulf this week, official state media reported.
Libyan MP Says Iran Should Bolster Role to Stem Chaos VOA 25 Feb 2015 -- Days after militants affiliated with the Islamic State group claimed responsibility for a bomb attack on the residence of the Iranian ambassador in Tripoli, a prominent Libyan lawmaker and former rights activist said Iran has taken an ineffective, hands-off approach regarding his country.
IRGC ballistic missiles successfully hit targets in Strait of Hormuz IRNA 25 Feb 2015 -- The ballistic missiles fired by various units of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) navy successfully hit and destroyed the targets in the Strait of Hormuz, southern Iran, on Wednesday in the first day of a huge military drill.
Iran permanent defender of Strait of Hormuz, Persian Gulf: Commander IRNA 25 Feb 2015 -- Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Mohammad Ali Jafari said on Wednesday that Iran is the perpetual defender of the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz.
IRGC starts huge wargames in Strait of Hormuz IRNA 25 Feb 2015 -- Naval units of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) began the 9th massive military exercise, codenamed 'Payambar-e Azam 9' (The Great Prophet 9) in the Strait of Hormuz, southern Iran, Wednesday morning.
Dozens of coast-to-sea missile systems parade in Iran's massive naval drill ISNA 25 Feb 2015 -- Dozens of coast-to-sea missile systems paraded in the 9th large-scale naval exercise known as 'Great Prophet Mohammad' in Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz.
IRGC drills aim to ensure Persian Gulf security against enemy threats: Cmdr. ISNA 25 Feb 2015 -- The ongoing massive drills in the Strait of Hormuz in the Persian Gulf are aimed at ensuring security in the region against enemy threats, said a senior Iranian commander.
Iran capable of sinking giant US carriers: IRGC Navy commander Iran Press TV 25 Feb 2015 -- A senior commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the Iranian Navy can sink the giant US aircraft carriers if they pose a threat to Iran's maritime interests, Press TV reports.
Iran's IRGC wraps up first day of major maneuvers in Persian Gulf Iran Press TV 25 Feb 2015 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has wrapped up the first day of major massive war games it started earlier in the day in the Strait of Hormuz in the Persian Gulf, code-named the Great Prophet 9.
IRGC drills aiming to ensure PG security against enemy threats: Cmdr. Iran Press TV 25 Feb 2015 -- The ongoing massive drills in the Strait of Hormuz in the Persian Gulf are aimed at ensuring security in the region against enemy threats, says a senior Iranian commander.
Iran rejects Washington Post allegation reneging on nuclear deal IRNA 25 Feb 2015 -- Iran's Permanent Mission to United Nations in a statement on Wednesday rejected Washington Post allegation reneging on the nuclear deal as baseless and faked, saying that Iran stays loyal to its commitments to Non-Proliferation Treaty.
Iran says no to sanctions in N-talks ISNA 25 Feb 2015 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said the Islamic Republic will not accept humiliation or the continuation of sanctions during negotiations over its nuclear program.
Iran brooks no sanctions in nuclear talks: Rouhani Iran Press TV 25 Feb 2015 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the Islamic Republic will not accept humiliation or the continuation of sanctions during negotiations over its nuclear program.
Saudis to Allow Israeli Jets Airspace for Strikes on Iran – Report Sputnik 25 Feb 2015 -- Saudi Arabia has now offered to let Israeli fighter jets use its airspace to attack Iran when necessary, in exchange for Israel making progress in the peace talks with Palestinians, a senior European source told Israeli Channel 2.
Iran, Iraq stress boosting defense cooperation ISNA 24 Feb 2015 -- Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Hossein Dehghan and his Iraqi counterpart Khaled al-Obeidi in a phone call discussed Iraq's developments as well as bilateral and regional issues and stressed further mutual cooperation in fighting terrorism.
Kerry rebukes Netanyahu over Iran 'deal' Iran Press TV 24 Feb 2015 -- US Secretary of State John Kerry has criticized officials who are speaking against a potential nuclear agreement with Iran, saying they don't "know what the deal is" amid the ongoing talks over Tehran's nuclear energy program.
Iran, Iraq call for enhanced defense relations Iran Press TV 24 Feb 2015 -- The Iranian defense minister has voiced the Islamic Republic's preparedness to further enhance its defense cooperation with Iraq, which has been engaged in a fierce battle against ISIL Takfiri terrorists.
Progress Reported At Iran Nuclear Talks RFE/RL 24 Feb 2015 -- Negotiators in talks on Iran's nuclear program have reported some progress but said a lot of work remains to secure a deal.
Report: Mossad Was Less Alarmed Than Netanyahu On Iran RFE/RL 24 Feb 2015 -- A leaked cable suggests Israel's spy agency did not share Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's view in 2012 that Iran was months away from producing enough weapons-grade uranium for making a nuclear bomb.
UN nuclear chief meets Iranian minister to boost understanding, move towards agreement UN News Centre 24 Feb 2015 -- The head of the UN atomic watchdog held a meeting in Vienna this morning with the Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister to follow-up on talks held earlier this month.
Israeli Ex-Official Urges Global Powers To Be 'More Determined' To Halt Iranian Nukes RFE/RL 23 Feb 2015 -- A former Israeli national security adviser says global powers negotiating a nuclear deal with Iran should be 'more determined' to prevent Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons.
Background Briefing: Senior Administration Official in Geneva, Switzerland US Dept. of State 23 Feb 2015
Zarif: Some progress made in parts of nuclear issues IRNA 23 Feb 2015 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Monday that there is a long way to clinch the final deal but the two sides made progress in parts of the negotiations.
President: Claims of Iran hiding enrichment evidence, sheer lies IRNA 23 Feb 2015 -- President Hassan Rouhani said that claims of Iran covering up facts about its nuclear enrichment activities are sheer lies.
Iran to quit talks if its interests are not secured: Araqchi IRNA 23 Feb 2015 -- In a response to remarks by US officials, Deputy Foreign Minister and Iran's senior nuclear negotiator Abbas Araqchi said Tehran attaches no importance to media hype and continues talks as long as there is respect at the negotiating table.
Rouhani: No one could claim Iran pursuing non-peaceful nuclear program IRNA 23 Feb 2015 -- President Hassan Rouhani said that no one now could claim that Iran is pursuing non-peaceful goals in its nuclear program.
Zarif, Kerry, Salehi, Moniz end nuclear talks in Geneva ISNA 23 Feb 2015 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and US Secretary of State John Kerry ended a first leg of talks to resolve the remaining issues on Tehran's nuclear program as a deadline for reaching an inclusive agreement draws closer.
Rouhani reaffirms peaceful nature of Iran's nuclear program Iran Press TV 23 Feb 2015 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says no one can claim Tehran's nuclear program has a non-peaceful nature.
Russia offers Iran latest anti-aircraft missile system Iran Press TV 23 Feb 2015 -- The head of Russian state defense conglomerate Rostec says Moscow has offered Iran its latest Antey-2500 missile defense systems after a deal to supply less powerful S-300 missiles was scrapped under Western pressure.
Iran to quit talks if others impose will: Araqchi Iran Press TV 23 Feb 2015 -- A senior Iranian nuclear negotiator says Iran will quit the nuclear talks with the P5+1 should the other parties try to impose their will on the Islamic Republic.
High-Level U.S.-Iran Nuclear Talks In Second Day RFE/RL 23 Feb 2015 -- U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry and Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif held a second day of talks on Tehran's nuclear program, seeking to narrow gaps ahead of a deadline for a framework agreement between Iran and six global powers.
Some Progress Reported As Iran Nuclear Talks End RFE/RL 23 Feb 2015 -- Iranian and U.S. officials involved in talks in Geneva over Tehran's controversial nuclear program reported some progress but said a lot of work remained to secure a deal before the March 31 deadline.
After 'Constructive Discussion,' US & Iran May Be Closing on Nuclear Deal Sputnik 23 Feb 2015 -- the UK, China, France, Germany, and Russia. By his side was Ernest J. Moniz, US energy secretary, and both men hoped to come to some kind of an agreement through the talks.
Iran Ready to Discuss US Proposal to Reduce Number of Centrifuges to 6,500 Sputnik 23 Feb 2015 -- Tehran is ready to consider and discuss a US proposal to reduce the number of its nuclear centrifuges amid the negotiations on the Iranian nuclear program in Geneva, a source in the Iranian delegation told RIA Novosti.
US, Iran Enter 2nd Day of Nuclear Talks VOA 23 Feb 2015 -- Washington and Tehran's top diplomats met for a second day Monday for talks on Iran's nuclear program as the end-of-March deadline for reaching an interim agreement edges closer.
IS Claims Attack on Iran Ambassador's Residence in Libya VOA 22 Feb 2015 -- Militants loyal to the Islamic State group claimed responsibility for bombing the empty residence of Iran's ambassador to Libya. No one was injured Sunday in the central Tripoli attack.
Zarif, Kerry, Salehi, Moniz in Geneva for nuclear talks Iran Press TV 22 Feb 2015 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and US Secretary of State John Kerry have begun a new round of talks in the Swiss city of Geneva on Tehran's nuclear program as a deadline to reach an inclusive agreement is drawing closer.
Kerry To Meet Iranian Officials For Nuclear Talks RFE/RL 22 Feb 2015 -- U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry is due to start two days of talks with senior Iranian officials on Tehran's disputed nuclear program on February 22.
Kerry, Zarif Join Nuclear Talks in Geneva VOA 22 Feb 2015 -- The top U.S. diplomat and his Iranian counterpart met in Switzerland Sunday in an attempt to reach a deal on Iran's nuclear program by a March 31 deadline.
Rouhani's special aide joins nuclear talks IRNA 21 Feb 2015 -- An special aide to President Hassan Rouhani joined the nuclear talks underway in Geneva between Iran and the United States.
Araqchi: Iran seeking fresh ways in nuclear talks IRNA 21 Feb 2015 -- Iran's top nuclear negotiator Abbas Araqchi has said that Tehran is seeking new innovative ways in nuclear talks to accelerate the pace of developments.
Iran not to agree with two-phased N. deal ISNA 21 Feb 2015 -- Senior Iranian nuclear negotiator and Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Abbas Araqchi reiterated that the country would not agree with two-phased deal on nuclear issue.
IAEA report verifies Iran transparency: IAEA envoy ISNA 21 Feb 2015 -- Iran's ambassador to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said the agency's leaked report verifies Tehran's "full transparency" in its nuclear program.
'Significant Gaps' Exist in Iran Nuclear Talks, Kerry Says VOA 21 Feb 2015 -- There are still 'significant gaps' in negotiations on Iran's nuclear program, U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry said Saturday in London ahead of Sunday talks in Geneva with Iranian officials.
Iran to increase home-built drones' flight range IRNA 21 Feb 2015 -- A senior Iranian official says the country is working to increase the flight range of its domestically-made drones.
No major progress in clarifying Iran's alleged nuclear bomb plans People's Daily 20 Feb 2015 -- The UN nuclear agency, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), has made no major progress in verifying outstanding issues related to Iran's alleged nuclear weapons program, according to an official report shown on Thursday.
IAEA report indicates peaceful nature of Iran nuclear program: Envoy IRNA 19 Feb 2015 -- Iran's Ambassador to the UN nuclear watchdog Reza Najafi has said the latest report of the IAEA about Iran's nuclear activities reveals again the peaceful nature of the country's nuclear program.
Leader warns against imposing conditions on Iran nuclear program IRNA 18 Feb 2015 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei on Wednesday said without Iranians resistance, enemies would set conditions on Iran's nuclear program.
Iran should resist sanctions, says Ayatollah Khamenei ISNA 18 Feb 2015 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei said Iran can stand up to sanctions against the country and foil enemy's plots.
Iran Reveals Details of New Cruise Missile-Capable Submarine Sputnik 18 Feb 2015 -- Iran is building a new submarine, called Be'sat, which will be capable of firing cruise missiles and laying underwater mines, the country's Fars News Agency reported.
President: Iran determined to acquire space technology IRNA 17 Feb 2015 -- President Hassan Rouhani said Iran is resolved to adopt space technology and needs no permission from anybody for its scientific progress.
Rouhani: Iran to make new progress on aerospace in two years ISNA 17 Feb 2015 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani reiterated that the country would make new progress on aerospace in the next two years.
Iran's UN Ambassador Says IS Fighters Are Committing Genocide VOA 17 Feb 2015 -- Iraq's U.N. ambassador alleged Tuesday that Islamic State militants were committing genocide, a day ahead of an emergency Security Council session.
Iran blasts slaughter of Egyptian Christians by IS ISNA 16 Feb 2015 -- Iran categorically condemned slaughter of 21 Egyptian Coptic Christians in Libya.
FM: Iran not intimidated in talks with six big powers IRNA 16 Feb 2015 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said Iran was conducting talks with six big world powers without feeling any intimidations.
Chinese Foreign Minister Pushes Iran On Nuclear Deal RFE/RL 16 Feb 2015 -- China has urged Iran to come to an agreement with leading world powers over its controversial nuclear program so that Tehran can focus on economic development.'
Iran Denies 'Unprofessional' WSJ Report That Ayatollah Sent Letter to Obama Sputnik 16 Feb 2015 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry announced that Ayatollah Khamenei did not sent a letter to US President Obama, calling the Wall Street Journal report 'an unprofessional media game.'
Iran rebukes US State Department for interference in Iran's affairs IRNA 15 Feb 2015 -- Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Marzieh Afkham on Sunday rebuked the US state department for blatant interference in Iran's internal affairs.
Iran expects China to help settle nuclear dispute with G5+1 IRNA 15 Feb 2015 -- President Hassan Rouhani on Sunday that Iran expects China to help settle nuclear dispute with the western governments. He said that they must show political will for the purpose.
Iran new radar to closely watch enemies: General ISNA 15 Feb 2015 -- A senior Iranian commander said the country is installing a radar which would be able to keep tabs on enemy bases as far as 3,000 kilometers away.
ISIL fighting losing battle in Iraq: IRGC commander ISNA 14 Feb 2015 -- The ISIL terrorist group is fighting a losing battle in Iraq, Major General Mohammad Ali Jafari, the commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) said.
ISIL fighting losing battle in Iraq: IRGC commander Iran Press TV 14 Feb 2015 -- The ISIL terrorist group is fighting a losing battle in Iraq, Major General Mohammad Ali Jafari, the commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), says.
Iran Supreme Leader Sends Reply to Obama's Letter Seeking Better Relations Sputnik 14 Feb 2015 -- The Supreme Leader of Iran Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has sent a secret letter to the White House, in response to US President Barack Obama's correspondence aimed at improving relations between the two countries, The Wall Street Journal reports.
Report: Obama, Khamenei Exchange Letters VOA 14 Feb 2015 -- Iran's supreme leader and the U.S. president have exchanged correspondence as the two sides try to reach a nuclear accord, according to a report in the The Wall Street Journal.
Iran Rolls Out 'Smart Missile' Drones Sputnik 13 Feb 2015 -- Iran's drones now carry high-precision smart missiles that can hit high-speed vehicles with pinpoint accuracy, according to a senior military commander in Tehran.
Oops: NSA Afraid US Accidentally Aided Iran's Cyberattack Capabilities Sputnik 11 Feb 2015 -- Forget the bomb. US officials have been increasingly worried about Iran's cyberattack capabilities, and a new Snowden document confirms their worst fears. Iran is capable, and most of what they've learned they've learned from US attacks.
FM: Leader's guidelines keystone of nuclear team's approach IRNA 11 Feb 2015 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Wednesday that instructions set by the Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei have formed the red lines and attitude of the nuclear team.
Envoy hopeful on S-300 delivery in 2015 IRNA 11 Feb 2015 -- Iranian Ambassador to Moscow Mehdi Sanaee expressed hope that Russia will carry out its commitment and deliver long range surface-to-air S-300 missile system to Iran in 2015.
Iran's achievements brought US to nuclear talks: Afkham IRNA 11 Feb 2015 -- A senior official at the Foreign Ministry said Iran entered the nuclear talks with a constructive intention to put an end to the "fabricated" crisis, refuting claims that Tehran was forced to sit at the neogitations table.
Iran has been negotiating with goodwill, determination: Zarif Iran Press TV 11 Feb 2015 -- Iran' Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the Islamic Republic has been negotiating with the P5+1 group with goodwill and determination, saying the talks over the Iranian nuclear program will yield results if the other side also displays the same qualities.
Iran Continues Making Progress in Optimizing Laser-Guided Weapons Sputnik 11 Feb 2015 -- Iranian Air Force Commander Brigadier General Hassan Shah Safi announced on Tuesday that the country is optimizing hi-tech weapons systems with high precision strike capabilities and building a new generation of missiles, reported the Iranian news agency.
Iran's defense capabilities pose no threat to regional security IRNA 10 Feb 2015 -- Air Force Commander Brigadier General Hassan Shah-Safi says Iranian defensive capabilities do not pose threat to regional security.
Armed forces ready to confront enemy adventurism IRNA 10 Feb 2015 -- Navy Commander Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari stressed the full readiness of Iranian armed forces including the Navy to confront ill-advised threats of enemies.
Iran Hopes to Receive Russian S-300 Air Defense Systems in 2015 Sputnik 10 Feb 2015 -- Tehran hopes to receive deliveries of the Russian S-300 air defense systems in 2015, Iranian Ambassador to Russia Mehdi Sanaei said Tuesday.
President: Iran has taken due steps in nuclear talks IRNA 10 Feb 2015 -- President Hassan Rouhani said Iran is following nuclear negotiations seriously, adding that 'good progress has been achieved, though we haven't reached final agreement yet'.
Iran unveils indigenous tubular centrifuge Iran Press TV 10 Feb 2015 -- Iran has unveiled its first indigenous tubular centrifuge to expedite production of recombinant medicines, including vaccines.
Iran favors win-win nuclear deal with P5+1: Rouhani Iran Press TV 10 Feb 2015 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the country favors a "win-win" nuclear deal with the P5+1 states, expressing hope that Tehran's negotiating sides would show the necessary political resolve for the settlement of the nuclear case.
Iran unveils Saeqeh 2 fighter jets IRNA 09 Feb 2015 -- Iran has unveiled a new home-made fighter jet called 'Saeqeh 2' and handed it over to the Air Force, according to reports by Ministry of Defense on Monday.
Iran, P5+1 have political will to ink final deal, says Amano ISNA 09 Feb 2015 -- Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Yukiya Amano said Iran and the P5+1 group have the necessary political determination to strike a final deal over Tehran's nuclear program.
Iranian Army receives indigenous advanced fighter ISNA 09 Feb 2015 -- Air Forces of Iranian Army received locally-made advanced fighter in a ceremony on the verge of the 36th Anniversary of the Islamic Revolution Victory.
Iran unveils indigenous supersonic fighter jet Iran Press TV 09 Feb 2015 -- Iran's Defense Ministry has unveiled a new domestically-built advanced supersonic trainer fighter jet, named Saeqeh 2 (Thunderbolt 2).
Iran ready to train Iraqi army: General IRNA 09 Feb 2015 -- Commander of the elite Army Command and General Staff College (DAFOOS) Brigadier General Hossein Valivand said the academy is ready to train Iraqi army officers.
Iran ready to train Iraq army officers: commander ISNA 09 Feb 2015 -- A senior Iranian military commander voiced the preparedness of the country's armed forces to provide training to Iraqi army officers, who are engaged in fierce battles with ISIL Takfiri terrorists.
Iran ready to train Iraq army officers: commander Iran Press TV 09 Feb 2015 -- A senior Iranian military commander has voiced the preparedness of the country's armed forces to provide training to Iraqi army officers, who are engaged in fierce battles with ISIL Takfiri terrorists.
Another Iranian Commander Killed in Iraq RFE/RL 09 Feb 2015 -- A commander of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) has been killed in Iraq, Iranian media reported.
Supreme Leader's envoy defends Zarif-Kerry walk IRNA 08 Feb 2015 -- After accepting the necessity of nuclear talks finding faults with details such as Zarif-Kerry walk on sidelines of the nuclear talks is out of context, said Leader's representative in Kerman and city's Friday prayers leader on Sunday.
Supreme Leader cautions negotiators against prolonged deal IRNA 08 Feb 2015 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei on Sunday advised the negotiators to sign straightforward deal to lift the sanctions and make sure that the other party would not enjoy bargaining chip, something they favor so much.
Leader: I approve of an agreement that could be reached IRNA 08 Feb 2015 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei said he approved of an agreement that could be reached. He also said that he was not in favor of a 'bad' agreement.
Israel vows to block dangerous' nuclear deal with Iran Iran Press TV 08 Feb 2015 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has once again turned up the rhetoric against Iran, saying Tel Aviv will do everything to prevent a "bad and dangerous" nuclear deal between Tehran and the P5+1.
Iran's Supreme Leader Supports 'Good' Nuclear Deal RFE/RL 08 Feb 2015 -- Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said he backs what he termed as a 'good' nuclear compromise with world powers in which neither side would likely get everything they wanted.
Iran's Zarif Denies Media 'Lie' Administration at Risk Over Nuclear Talks Sputnik 08 Feb 2015 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Zarif rejected a media report claiming he had warned that failure in talks on Tehran's nuclear program would put President Hassan Rouhani's administration at risk, MEHR News Agency reported Sunday.
US, Iran Discuss Nuclear Deal VOA 08 Feb 2015 -- Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said Sunday he is in favor of reaching a nuclear deal with world powers, as long at the pact does not go against the best interests of this country.
Zarif, Kerry discuss March nuclear deadline IRNA 07 Feb 2015 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and US Secretary of State John Kerry held new round of talks in the German city of Munich as a March deadline for a nuclear deal between Tehran and the P5+1 group approaches.
Iran's Zarif, US Kerry hold nuclear talks in Munich ISNA 07 Feb 2015 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and US Secretary of State John Kerry have held fresh talks in the German city of Munich as a March deadline for a nuclear deal between Tehran and the P5+1 group approaches.
Iran stresses implementing Iran-Russia military agreements ISNA 07 Feb 2015 -- Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Hossein Dehghan stressed implementing military agreement between Iran and Russia.
The Iranian Politicians Rumored To Have U.S. Green Cards RFE/RL 06 Feb 2015 -- 'Death to America' might be a common refrain in Tehran, but several Iranian officials and parliamentarians reportedly hold documents allowing them to live and work in the United States.
Kerry, Zarif Discuss Nuclear Program VOA 06 Feb 2015 -- Secretary of State John Kerry and Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif met Friday to discuss Iran's nuclear program. The two met on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference in Germany.
Iran to up number of centrifuges in case of new US sanctions IRNA 05 Feb 2015 -- A senior Iranian foreign ministry official promised Iran will increase the number of uranium enrichment centrifuges if the United States imposes new sanctions.
Rouhani: Chains of arbitrary sanctions should be torn out IRNA 05 Feb 2015 -- President Hassan Rouhani said on Thursday that the chains of the arbitrary sanctions imposed on Iran in contravention of the International Law should be torn out thanks to national solidarity.
Mousavian: US should select Netanyahu or NPT IRNA 05 Feb 2015 -- Former deputy head of Iranˈs Supreme National Security Council for foreign policy Hossein Mousavian said on Thursday that the US should choose Netanyahu or NPT in nuclear talks with Iran.
Iran's missile program non-negotiable: Cmdr. Iran Press TV 05 Feb 2015 -- A senior Iranian commander has dismissed as "meddlesome" the recent US claims that Tehran's defense might would be part of the nuclear talks with six world powers, saying Iran's missile capability is non-negotiable.
Tehran Denies Iranian Missile Program is Part of Nuclear Talks Sputnik 04 Feb 2015 -- Iran's missile program is not part of negotiations with the 5+1 group, comprising US, Russia, China, Britain, France and Germany, on Tehran's controversial nuclear program, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araqchi said, according to state media.
Iran Drafts Law To Resume Nuclear Activities In Response To Sanctions RFE/RL 03 Feb 2015 -- Iran's parliament voted on February 3 to speed up discussions of a motion that asks the government to resume all its nuclear activities if fresh sanctions are passed by the United States.
Zarif: Nuclear agreement accessible if dual goals are attained IRNA 03 Feb 2015 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said a nuclear agreement is accessible if the two issues of complete lifting of sanctions and Iranˈs nuclear activities being peaceful is included in the final document.
Iran not to negotiate defense issues with foreigners ISNA 03 Feb 2015 -- Senior Iranian nuclear negotiator Abbas Araqchi reiterated that the country would not negotiate its defense issues with any foreign side.
Iran's missile capability non-negotiable: Araqchi Iran Press TV 03 Feb 2015 -- A senior Iranian nuclear negotiator has rejected US claims that Tehran's defense capabilities would be part of future nuclear talks with the P5+1 countries, saying the country's missile capability is non-negotiable.
Iran's National Fajr Satellite transmits data to stations on earth Iran Press TV 02 Feb 2015 -- Iran's domestically-made National Fajr (Dawn) Satellite, which was launched earlier on Monday, has transmitted data to its stations on earth, an Iranian official says.
Iran sends 4th satellite to space IRNA 02 Feb 2015 -- Iran launched its fourth satellite into orbit on Monday to celebrate the auspicious occasion of the victory anniversary of the Islamic revolution in the country in 1979.
Iran successfully places domestically-made Fajr satellite into orbit Iran Press TV 02 Feb 2015 -- Iran has successfully placed into orbit the domestically-made Fajr (Dawn) satellite with President Hassan Rouhani issuing the order for its launch.
Iran Successfully Launches Satellite Into Space, First Since 2012 Sputnik 02 Feb 2015 -- Iran has launched its Fajr (Dawn) observation satellite, using a Safir-2 rocket, the country's Fars news agency reported, its first launch since 2012 and declared that it has safely entered orbit. The launch marks the 35th anniversary of the Iranian Revolution and comes one day ahead of the country's Space Technology Day.
Iran, Iraq ink MoU on border ISNA 02 Feb 2015 -- Iran and Iraq signed a border Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to boost border cooperation and protection.
Dy FM: Nuclear negotiations nearing sensitive stage IRNA 02 Feb 2015 -- A top member of Iranian nuclear negotiation team said Monday that the talks have approached a sensitive stage, adding that negotiations will gather pace in upcoming days.
Navy Commander: Iran holds most advanced marine equipment ISNA 02 Feb 2015 -- Iranian Navy Commander Habibollah Sayyari said the country's marine supplies in northern Indian Ocean are similar equipment belong to mighty countries.
Iran holds counter-sabotage drills in Fordo N. site ISNA 01 Feb 2015 -- Iran successfully staged series of unannounced counter-sabotage drills in Fordo enrichment site, central Iran, with the aim of dealing with any possible sabotage.
Iran's President Strikes Back After Critics Berate 5+1 Nuclear Negotiations Sputnik 01 Feb 2015 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has responded to hardliners who are critical of the government's negotiations on its nuclear program with Western powers; the President hopes to have the country's economic sanctions lifted after a 12-year standoff over its nuclear activities.

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