August 2016 - Iran Special Weapons News

Iranian Foreign Ministry Concerned About Turkish Military Operation in Syria Sputnik 31 Aug 2016 -- Iran has voiced concern over the current Turkish military operation in Syria, a statement published Wednesday revealed.
Leader: Defense, offensive might will dissuade bullying powers IRNA 31 Aug 2016 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei said on Wednesday that the officials and experts at the defense ministry should help mount their defense and offensive might to dissuade the bullying powers.
Iran, Russian negotiators review process of JCPOA implementation IRNA 31 Aug 2016 -- Iranian deputy foreign ministers Abbas Araqchi and Majid Takht-e Ravanchi on Wednesday held separate meetings with Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov about process of JCPOA implementation.
Iran considers WMDs as redline for its defense program: Ayat. Khamenei Press TV 31 Aug 2016 -- The Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says Iran considers development of weapons of mass destruction (WMDs), including nuclear and chemical weapons, as redline for its defense program.
Majlis commission holds extraordinary meeting with IRGC commanders IRNA 30 Aug 2016 -- Members of parliament's National Security and Foreign Policy Commission held an extraordinary meeting with a number of the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corpse (IRGC) Intelligence commanders Tuesday morning.
US Upbraids Iran for 'Provocative' Naval Maneuvers in Persian Gulf VOA 30 Aug 2016 -- The head of the U.S. Central Command scolded Iran Tuesday for "provocative" naval actions in the Persian Gulf, following recent close encounters between U.S. warships and Iranian gunboats.
Iran's Launch of Shia Army Threatens to Escalate Sectarian Tensions VOA 29 Aug 2016 -- The Iranian government's launch of a "United Shia Liberation Army" is sending signals that Tehran wants to expand its political and military role in Middle East conflicts along sectarian lines, analysts say.
Salehi: Iran to attend, monitor outcome of upcoming IAEA general conference IRNA 29 Aug 2016 -- Head of Atomic Energy Organization Ali Akbar Salehi said on Monday that Iran will attend and monitor outcome of the upcoming IAEA annual conference in the wake of implementing the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action.
Iran warns US drone near border ISNA 29 Aug 2016 -- An American drone flying near Iranian border changed its direction after receiving a warning from Iran.
Iran deploys S-300 system in Fordo site ISNA 29 Aug 2016 -- Iran has deployed S-300 missile system in Fordo nuclear site, Qom Province, central Iran.
Iran's Nazir long-range radar system put into operation Press TV 29 Aug 2016 -- A senior Iranian commander says the country has put its domestically-manufactured Nazir long-range radar system with the capability of detecting radar-evading targets into operation.
Iranian Army warns off US radar-evading spy drone Press TV 29 Aug 2016 -- Iranian Army's Air Defense Base has reportedly warned off a US radar-evading unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) which had sought to intrude on Iranian airspace.
Iran Deploys Russian Long-Range Missiles At Nuclear Site RFE/RL 29 Aug 2016 -- Iranian officials say they have deployed a new Russian-made long-range missile system to protect its Fordo nuclear facility.
Strategic Cooperation in Action: S-300s Deployed to Defend Iran's Peaceful Atom Sputnik 29 Aug 2016 -- Iran has deployed its Russian-made S-300 surface-to-air missile system around an underground uranium enrichment facility in Fordow, 125 km southwest of Tehran, Iranian state television has reported.
Iran to break ground for two new nuclear power plants: Official IRNA 28 Aug 2016 -- Financial resources have been allocated for construction of two new nuclear power plants in Iran, says the spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran.
Armed Forces must deter enemy's aggression: Ayatollah Khamenei Press TV 28 Aug 2016 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the country's Armed Forces must boost their preparedness to deter any enemy aggression.
Iran Detains Member Of Nuclear Negotiation Team RFE/RL 28 Aug 2016 -- Iran says it has detained a member of its negotiation team with world powers on suspicion of spying.
Iran Arrests a 'Spy' Who Helped Negotiate a Landmark Nuclear Deal VOA 28 Aug 2016 -- Iran has arrested a member of a team that played a role in negotiating a milestone nuclear agreement with world powers.
Iran Now Eyeing Sukhoi Jets After Success With Russian S-300s Sputnik 27 Aug 2016 -- Iran feels safe with the S-300 air defense systems and its own analogue, the Bavar 373, and is now mulling the purchase of Sukhoi jets from Russia for its air force, Gazeta.ru wrote citing Iranian Defense Minister Hossein Dehgan.
Iran exports radars of every family: Defense Minister Press TV 26 Aug 2016 -- Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Hossein Dehqan says the Islamic Republic produces every type of radar and is currently exporting the domestically-manufactured equipment to some countries.
U.S.: Actions By Iranian Vessels In Gulf Increase 'Risks Of Miscalculation' RFE/RL 26 Aug 2016 -- The White House has expressed concern after several close encounters between Iranian vessels and U.S. warships in the Persian Gulf this week.
US: Navy Ships Fired Warning Shots After Encounters with Iranian Vessels VOA 25 Aug 2016 -- U.S. Navy ships sailing in the Persian Gulf were forced to fire warning shots and flares after being harassed by Iranian vessels in recent close encounters, the Pentagon said.
DM: Iran influential power in restoring regional security IRNA 25 Aug 2016 -- Defense Minister Brigadier General Hossein Dehqan underlined that Iran is an influential power for restoration of security in the region and the world.
Iran could well curb foreign threats: IRGC commander IRNA 25 Aug 2016 -- Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) said that Iranian military and security forces have well been able to contain foreign threats as the country enjoys security and power despite the existing dangers in both world and region.
Aracqhi: JCPOA is UNSC's approval on Iran's nuclear program IRNA 25 Aug 2016 -- Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Seyed Abbas Araqchi underlined that the UN Security Council's seal of approval was put on Iran's nuclear program with the realization of the JCPOA and the world also welcomed the same move.
Intelligence minister: Terrorist leader 'Abu Hafas Balouchi' killed IRNA 25 Aug 2016 -- Intelligence Minister Seyed Mahmoud Alavi announced that head of Abu Hafs Balouchi terrorist group has been killed in the operations of the country's security forces.
Iran to confront any intruding vessel in Persian Gulf: Defense minister Press TV 25 Aug 2016 -- Defense Minister Hossein Dehqan says Iran will confront any vessel intruding in its territorial waters after Pentagon officials claim Iranian speedboats "harassed" US warships in the Strait of Hormuz.
4 Iranian Vessels Sped Close to a US Ship, Navy Says VOA 24 Aug 2016 -- Four Iranian Revolutionary Guard vessels sped close to a U.S. guided missile destroyer in international waters Tuesday in an "unsafe and unprofessional" encounter, the U.S. Navy said Wednesday.
U.S. Says Iranian Boats Harrassed U.S. Warship Near Strait Of Hormuz RFE/RL 25 Aug 2016 -- Four Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps vessels "harassed" a U.S. warship near the Strait of Hormuz, U.S. defense officials said on August 24.
Hamadan Only Airbase in Iran Used for Refueling Russian Aircraft - MP Sputnik 24 Aug 2016 -- Russian military aircraft in Iran are only allowed to refuel at the Hamadan airbase in accordance with existing agreements, the chairman of the Iranian parliamentary committee on foreign policy and national security said Wednesday.
Russian planes only refueling at Nojeh Airbase: MP IRNA 24 Aug 2016 -- A senior member of the Iranian parliament (Majlis) has stressed that Russian planes would refuel only at Nojeh Airbase in west of the country.
Supreme Leader: Economy is top priority IRNA 24 Aug 2016 -- Supreme Leader of Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei said on Wednesday economy is the country's top priority.
President: Government managed to restore economic stability IRNA 24 Aug 2016 -- President Hassan Rouhani said on Wednesday that creating economic stability is the biggest achievement of the government in the past three years.
Iran eyes Nicaragua rival to Panama Canal Press TV 24 Aug 2016 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Iran is interested in a massive project to build a canal across Nicaragua which will link the Pacific and Atlantic oceans.
Russia Helicopters in talks with Iran over sales of 60 choppers Press TV 23 Aug 2016 -- One of Russia's biggest aviation companies says it has entered talks with Iran over the sales of 60 light multirole helicopters.
US not sure whether Russia 'stopped' using Iran airbase Press TV 23 Aug 2016 -- The United States has reacted to Russia's announcement that its fighter jets stopped using an airbase in western Iran to target terrorists in Syria.
Iran's Parliament Speaker Says Russia Continues To Use Iranian Base RFE/RL 23 Aug 2016 -- Iran's parliament speaker Ali Larijani says Russian warplanes are still using an Iranian military base to strike targets in Syria.
Iranian Journalists Alarmed As Media Legislation Resurfaces RFE/RL 23 Aug 2016 -- Journalists in Iran are sounding the alarm over a government-drafted media regulation bill that is expected to be sent to the parliament for approval soon, after a two-year delay.
Russian Helicopters in Talks to Deliver 60 Ka-226T, Ansat to Iran Sputnik 23 Aug 2016 -- According to the company's press service, Russian Helicopters holding is in talks with Iran on the deliveries of Ansat and Ka-226T light multirole helicopters for the Islamic republic's health ministry.
Syria Mission Complete: Russian Air Force Returns From Iran's Hamadan Airfield Sputnik 22 Aug 2016 -- Russian aircraft involved in airstrikes against the Daesh jihadist group last week have returned home from western Iran after successfully completing their tasks, the Russian Defense Ministry spokesman said Monday.
Iran to Mass Produce Bavar-373 Air Defense System Once Tests End in March 2017 Sputnik 22 Aug 2016 -- Iran's Defense Minister Hossein Dehghan stated that various components of the Iranian Bavar-373 long-range air defense systems had already been tested and the system had been transferred to a launch site for further tests.
Russia Stops Using Iran's Hamadan Airbase - Iranian Foreign Ministry Sputnik 22 Aug 2016 -- According to a spokesman for the Iranian Foreign Ministry, Russia has stopped the use of Iran's Hamadan airbase.
Russia may resume Syria operations from Iran airbase: Envoy Press TV 22 Aug 2016 -- The Russian ambassador to Iran says Russia's Aerospace Forces may resume operations against terrorists in Syria from an Iranian airbase upon a decision by the two countries' officials.
FM spokesman: Temporary use of Iranian airbase for Russia ended IRNA 22 Aug 2016 -- Temporary use of Iranian airbase for anti-terrorism mission by Russian jetfighters ended, Foreign Ministry spokesman Bahram Qassemi said on Monday.
Iran: Russian use of Iran air base ends ISNA 22 Aug 2016 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi said that Russian use of Iranian air base in Hamedan Province, western Iran has ended by now.
IRGC dismantles terror cells beyond borders: Commander Press TV 22 Aug 2016 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has busted up to four anti-Islamic Republic terrorist groups beyond the Iranian border, a senior commander says.
Iran Says Russia's Use Of Air Base Has Ended 'For Now' RFE/RL 22 Aug 2016 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry says Russia's use of a military base in Hamadan for striking targets in Syria has ended for now.
Iran takes big steps in cruise missile area: Defense minister IRNA 21 Aug 2016 -- Minister of defense announced here Sunday that his Ministry has taken big steps toward improving capabilities of its marine cruise missiles.
President says JCPOA was Iran's moral victory IRNA 21 Aug 2016 -- President Hassan Rouhani said Sunday nuclear deal dubbed as Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), among other things, was also a moral victory for people of Iran.
Iran unveils new long-range missile system ISNA 21 Aug 2016 -- Iran unveiled 'Bavar 373' missile system in a ceremony attended by Iranian President Hassan Rouhani on Sunday.
Rouhani unveils home-made plane turbo-jet engine ISNA 21 Aug 2016 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani unveiled the first home-made plane turbo-jet engine of the country concurrent with Iranian National Day of Defense Industry on Sunday.
Iran to build supersonic maritime cruise missiles soon: Dehqan Press TV 21 Aug 2016 -- Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Hossein Dehqan says the country plans to produce marine cruise missiles with supersonic speed in the near future.
Rouhani visits expo displaying Iran air defense achievements Press TV 21 Aug 2016 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani has paid a visit to a Defense Ministry exhibition showcasing the latest achievements in the air defense industry, including the domestically-built Bavar-373 air defense system.
Iran May Start Production of Supersonic Cruise Missiles in Near Future Sputnik 21 Aug 2016 -- Iranian Defense Minister Hossein Dehghan said that Iran had succeeded in producing rapid vessels and had taken effective steps to make torpedoes and submarines.
Home-Grown: Iran Unveils Its Own Long-Range Bavar-373 Air Defense System Sputnik 21 Aug 2016 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani on Sunday unveiled the country's long-awaited Bavar-373 air defense missile system with characteristics similar to Russia's S-300, according to the local media reports.
Russia Can Use Airbase in Iran For as Long as Needed – Iranian Defense Minister Sputnik 20 Aug 2016 -- Iranian Defense Minister Hossein Dehqan said that Russia can use Iran's Hamadan airbase to strike jihadist targets in Syria for as long as needed.
Defense minister: Iran may consider any request by Russia to use extra air bases IRNA 20 Aug 2016 -- Minister of Defense and Logistics of the Armed Forces Brigadier-General Hossein Dehqan said on Saturday that Iran may consider any request by Russia to use extra air bases, if it deemed necessary, but, there is no such a plan yet.
Iran receives full package of S-300 missile systems: Minister IRNA 20 Aug 2016 -- Defense Minister Hossein Dehqan said Iran has received the full package of S-300 defensive missile systems from Russia.
S-300 Iran delivery to be completed in a month: Defense chief Press TV 20 Aug 2016 -- Defense Minister Hossein Dehqan says Iran will fully receive the remaining consignment of the Russian S-300 missile defense system in a month.
Zarif: Joint Commission to discuss US disloyalty to JCPOA IRNA 19 Aug 2016 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said that the Joint Commission will hold a session in near future to discuss US disloyalty to the nuclear deal known as Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
US strategies in Mideast have failed, Iran defense minister says Press TV 19 Aug 2016 -- Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Hossein Dehqan says the Middle East and the entire world are grappling with the consequences of the US interventionist policies, stressing that Washington's strategies have failed in the region.
Republicans Slam Obama on Cash Payments to Iran VOA 19 Aug 2016 -- Republicans are sharply criticizing the Obama administration over Thursday's revelation that the United States used a cash payment of $400 million to Iran as leverage to ensure the release of a group of American prisoners being held by Tehran.
Iran, Iraq Should Set Up Joint Border Committees to Boost Security Sputnik 18 Aug 2016 -- Iran and Iraq should create joint border committees in order to strengthen regional security, Iranian Armed Forces chief of staff, Maj. Gen. Mohammad Hossein Baqeri, said Thursday.
Russia defends use of Iranian bases for airstrikes in Syria People's Daily 18 Aug 2016 -- Russian authorities are rebuffing US claims that Russia is violating UN sanctions on Iran.
Cautious Debate In Iran Follows Russia's Use Of Military Base RFE/RL 18 Aug 2016 -- Russia's use of Iranian territory to launch air strikes in Syria this week has sparked cautious debate in Iran, where open discussions of sensitive foreign policy issues are rare and perceived affronts to national sovereignty could weigh heavily on a regime founded on promises to kick out foreign meddlers.
Russian Su-34 Jets Deployed in Iran Conduct Airstrikes Against Daesh in Syria Sputnik 17 Aug 2016 -- Russian Su-34 jets deployed in Iran conducted airstrikes against Daesh in Syria's Deir ez-Zor, the Russian Defense Ministry said.
Russian Planes Conduct More Syria Airstrikes From Iran VOA 17 Aug 2016 -- Russian warplanes flew from Iran to carry out airstrikes in Syria for a second day Wednesday.
With Use Of Iranian Base, Russia Is Trying To Send Clear Message RFE/RL 17 Aug 2016 -- On August 15, Al-Masdar News, an outlet with close ties to the Syrian government's security apparatus, released photos of a Russian TU-22M3 long-distance strategic bomber, which were reportedly taken at the Hamadan airfield in Iran.
Why Russia Uses Iran's Hamadan Airfield for Airstrikes in Syria Sputnik 17 Aug 2016 -- The Russian Defense Ministry has deployed Tu-22 strategic bombers to an airbase in Iran. According to experts, the measure would intensify bombings against Daesh militants in Syria to decide the battle for Aleppo.
Supreme National Security Council authorizes Russian jetfighters to use Iran airspace IRNA 17 Aug 2016 -- The Supreme National Security Council authorized the Russian jetfighters to use Iranian Nojeh air base, western Iran, Senior member of parliament Alaeddin Boroujerdi said on Wednesday.
Moscow: Deploying Russian bombers in Iran not against UNSC Resolution 2231 ISNA 17 Aug 2016 -- Russian Defense Ministry said that deployment of the country's bombers in Iran does not run counter to the UNSC resolutions, Russian Interfax news agency reported.
Russia has no military base in Iran: Majlis speaker Press TV 17 Aug 2016 -- Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani says neither Russia nor any other countries have a permanent military base in the Islamic Republic.
Russia Uses Iran's Airfield Only to Refuel Bombers - Senior Iranian MP Sputnik 17 Aug 2016 -- Russia uses a western Iranian airbase only to refuel its long-range strategic bombers striking Daesh terrorist group targets in Syria, a senior Iranian lawmaker said Wednesday.
Russia's Use of Iranian Air Base Does Not Violate UNSC Resolutions - Senator Sputnik 17 Aug 2016 -- Russia's use of the Hamadan airfield in western Iran for launching strikes against terrorist targets in Syria is "obviously" not violating the UN Security Council's resolutions concerning Iran, Chairman of the Russian Federation Council's Committee on Foreign Affairs Konstantin Kosachev said Wednesday.
Iran Navy encountered with pirates, escorted more than 3,200 vessels IRNA 17 Aug 2016 -- Navy Commander Rear-Admiral Habibollah Sayyari said on Wednesday that Iranian Navy forces were engaged in more than 210 cases of encounter with sea pirates and escorted more than 3,200 cargo ships and tankers.
Larijani: Iranian nation expects parties to JCPOA to honor pledges IRNA 17 Aug 2016 -- Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani said on Wednesday that the Iranian people expect the western states to fulfill their pledges to implement the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Shamkhani: Tehran never tolerates violating sprit of JCPOA IRNA 17 Aug 2016 -- Secretary of Iran's National Security Council Ali Shamkhani said on Wednesday that the Islamic Republic of Iran never tolerates violating the sprit of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action by the parties to JCPOA.
Iran expects US to abide by JCPOA commitments: Zarif ISNA 17 Aug 2016 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad-Javad Zarif said Tehran expects the US's JCPOA commitments not to be only on "paper."
JCPOA implementation two-way street: Iran's president Press TV 17 Aug 2016 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says both sides to Iran's nuclear agreement need to abide by their compliments if they want the deal to yield the best result.
Iran expects West's commitment to JCPOA: Larijani Press TV 17 Aug 2016 -- Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani says Iran expects the Western side to Iran's nuclear agreement to abide by its commitments.
US gave another $1.3 billion of Iran money' ISNA 17 Aug 2016 -- US payment of $400 million of Iranian money which sparked outcry among American politicians was followed by another transfer of $1.3 billion, it has been reported.
'US gave another $1.3 billion of Iran money' Press TV 17 Aug 2016 -- US payment of $400 million of Iranian money which sparked outcry among American politicians was followed by another transfer of $1.3 billion, it has been reported.
Russian Tu-22M3 'Backfire' long-range bombers strike ISIS from Iran's Hamadan airfield RT 16 Aug 2016-- Russia's long-range Tu-22M3 bombers delivered their first airstrikes on terrorist targets in Syria operating from an Iranian airbase. Moscow and Tehran cooperation in Syria is "strategic," confirmed the head of Iran's National Security Council.
Russia, Iran Appear to Double Down on Assad's Behalf in Syria VOA 16 Aug 2016 -- Russia's use of an Iranian base to launch airstrikes in Syria jolted the U.S. and its allies in the region, but the timing may have more to do with concerns about the fate of the Syrian regime than the need of Moscow or Tehran to send a message.
Russia's Airstrikes into Syria from Iran Signal Broader Strategy VOA 16 Aug 2016 -- By using a base in Iran to carry out airstrikes against militants in Syria, analysts say Russia is not only cutting flight time and saving fuel, but also deepening an alliance with Iran in joint support of the Syrian regime.
Iran Forces Kill IS-linked Fighters Near Iraq Border, Tehran Says VOA 16 Aug 2016 -- Iranian forces killed three men allegedly linked to the Islamic State group Tuesday in a border town near Iraq, Iranian media reported.
Shamkhani: Iran-Russia cooperation on Syria strategic (updates) IRNA 16 Aug 2016 -- Secretary of Supreme National Security Council Ali Shamkhani said on Tuesday that Iran and Russia enjoy strategic cooperation on campaign against terrorism in Syria and shared facilities.
Tass: Iran, Russia agree to fight ISIL, Al-Nusra ISNA 16 Aug 2016 -- Russian Foreign Ministry issued a statement saying that Iran and Russia stressed keeping ceasefire in Syria and fight terrorist groups including the ISIL and Al-Nusra in the country, Russian Tass News Agency reported.
Russia Launches Syrian Air Strikes From Iranian Base RFE/RL 16 Aug 2016 -- Russian state media say warplanes have flown air strikes in Syria from an Iranian air base, soon after officials in Moscow and Tehran announced the unprecedented cooperation as an effort to battle the militant group Islamic State (IS).
Russian Use of Iranian Base 'Unfortunate, Not Surprising’ - US State Department Sputnik 16 Aug 2016 -- The United States considers Russia’s use of the Hamadan airbase in Iran for launching strikes in Syria unfortunate but not unexpected, US State Department deputy spokesperson Mark Toner said in a press briefing on Tuesday.
US Coalition Clears Russian Warplanes' Path Through Iraq VOA 16 Aug 2016 -- The U.S.-led coalition fighting Islamic State in Iraq and Syria cleared the way for Russian bombers to pass through Iraq on their way to Syria via an airbase in Iran.
Zarif: US lagging behind implementing JCPOA IRNA 16 Aug 2016 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif on Tuesday echoed grievances about US lagging behind implementing JCPOA, saying that advances were made with the European parties to the nuclear deal.
Iran to deal strongly with 5+1 lack of commitment: Deputy FM ISNA 16 Aug 2016 -- Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Abbas Araqchi said Iran will strongly deal with any kind of lack of commitment on the part of the 5+1 member states.
Iran will continue advisory assistance to Syria, Iraq: Shamkhani Press TV 16 Aug 2016 -- A senior Iranian official says the Islamic Republic will continue providing advisory assistance to Syria and Iraq to fully eliminate the threat of terrorist groups in the Middle East.
President says his government undermined sanctions through JCPOA IRNA 15 Aug 2016 -- President Hassan Rouhani said on Monday that his government managed to undermine the foundations of sanctions by signing the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Iran optimistic about JCPOA, not about US: Rouhani Press TV 14 Aug 2016 -- President Hassan Rouhani says Iran's positive attitude towards last year's nuclear agreement with the P5+1 does not represent its view about the United States and other world powers.
Pakistan invites Iran, Turkey to hold int'l naval exercise IRNA 13 Aug 2016 -- Pakistan is scheduled to hold an international naval exercise AMAN-17 in North Arabian Sea from February 10-14 next year, according to Pakistan Navy.
Iran withdraws complaint against Russia over S-300 system IRNA 13 Aug 2016 -- Member of Majlis National Security and Foreign Policy Commission Mohammad-Ebrahim Rezaie said on Saturday that Iran has taken back its file against Russia over the S-300 system.
Nahavandian: JCPOA to be utilized for Resistance Economy IRNA 13 Aug 2016 -- Head of the Presidential Office Mohammad Nahavandian said on Saturday that the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) has been utilized to develop the Economy of Resistance and economic progress.
MP: Russia to help Iran build 2 nuclear power plants IRNA 13 Aug 2016 -- Rapporteur of Majlis National Security and Foreign Policy Commission announced that Russia will help Iran to construct two 2,000-megawatt power plants in the near future.
FM: lifting sanctions not one and only goal of nuclear talks IRNA 11 Aug 2016 -- Removal of sanctions was not one and only goal of nuclear negotiations, Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Wednesday.
Supreme Leader appreciates services of Intelligence Ministry IRNA 09 Aug 2016 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei on Tuesday appreciated services of the intelligence ministry to safeguard national security.
Trump Says Clinton E-Mails To Blame For Iranian Scientist's Execution RFE/RL 09 Aug 2016 -- U.S. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said his rival Hillary Clinton's e-mails may be responsible for the death of an Iranian nuclear scientist who was executed for spying for the United States.
Iran, Russia, Azerbaijan vow to create NSTC Press TV 08 Aug 2016 -- Iran, Russia and Azerbaijan have vowed to work together to prepare the grounds for the construction of a North-South Transit Corridor (NSTC) which is expected to provide a faster and more efficient trade connectivity between Europe and South East Asia.
$400 million part of money US must pay for refusal to deliver military supplies IRNA 08 Aug 2016 -- Dlrs 400 million the US paid is part of the money the US must pay to Iran for refusal to deliver military supplies Iran ordered before the Islamic Revolution, Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council Ali Shamkhani said on Monday.
Russia Delivers Half of S-300 Air Defense Systems to Iran Under Contract Sputnik 08 Aug 2016 -- Russia has already delivered half of S-300 air defense systems to Iran under the existing contract, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Rogozin told reporters following russia-Iran-Azerbaijan summit in Baku on Monday.
Iran executes ex-nuclear whistleblower ISNA 07 Aug 2016 -- Iran said that it executed former nuclear whistleblower Shahram Amiri.
Iran says nuclear scientist executed for espionage Press TV 07 Aug 2016 -- Iran has confirmed that it has executed a nuclear scientist convicted of leaking the country's top secret information to the United States, the Iranian Judiciary says.
Iran Announces Execution Of Nuclear Scientist RFE/RL 07 Aug 2016 -- Iran announced on August 7 that it hanged a nuclear scientist for handing over secret information to the United States, concluding a week in which the country came under criticism for its recent execution of up to 20 people.
Iran Confirms Execution of Nuclear Physicist For Espionage Sputnik 07 Aug 2016 -- Iranian Judiciary Spokesman Hgolam-Hossein Mohseni-Ejei said that Iranian nuclear physicist Shahram Amiri was sentenced to death in primary court and the sentence was confirmed by Supreme Court.
Iran Executes Nuclear Scientist for Spying for the US VOA 07 Aug 2016 -- Iran has executed a nuclear scientist who was convicted of giving top secret information about Tehran's controversial nuclear program to the United States.
Fordow site to become major center of modern nuclear industry: Senior negotiator IRNA 07 Aug 2016 -- Fordow facilities being currently under construction will be added to major center of the country's modern nuclear industry, director-general for political and international security affairs in the Foreign Ministry announced here.
Iran's Fordo to be turned out into advanced N. physics research & development center ISNA 07 Aug 2016 -- Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Policy and Security Hamid Baidi-Nejad said that Fordo site is going to be turned out into an advanced nuclear physics research and development center through international cooperation.
US losses outweigh gains in JCPOA breaches: Iran FM Press TV 07 Aug 2016 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the US losses as a result of its lack of commitment to its obligations under last year's nuclear agreement between Iran and the P5+1 group of countries outweigh any benefits Washington may reap.
Afghanistan's security, Iran's core policy: Zarif Press TV 06 Aug 2016 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says progress and security of Afghanistan are among the Islamic Republic's core policies.
Mousavian: Efforts to undermine JCPOA only serve to reinforce notion US cannot be trusted IRNA 05 Aug 2016 -- Iran's former diplomat Seyed Hossein Mousavian says that opponents of the nuclear deal in Washington should understand that efforts to undermine the JCPOA only serve to reinforce in the minds of Iranians the notion that the United States cannot be trusted or engaged with on regional or other issues.
Obama Says $400 Million Payment To Iran Not 'Nefarious' Ransom Deal RFE/RL 05 Aug 2016 -- U.S. President Barack Obama has dismissed criticism of his administration's $400 million cash payment to Iran to settle a long-standing legal claim, adamantly rejecting charges that it was a ransom paid for the release of imprisoned Americans.
US Payment of $400Mln to Iran Not Negotiated by Nuclear Deal Team - Kerry Sputnik 04 Aug 2016 -- US Secretary of State John Kerry said that Washington's nuclear deal negotiator team did not discuss with Tehran the $400-million cash payment made by the United States.
Iran nuclear activities never stop: AEOI official IRNA 04 Aug 2016 -- Deputy head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Aliasghar Zareian said on Thursday that the country's various activities in the field of peaceful nuclear industry will never stop.
Iraq to expel remaining MKO terrorists in 45 days: Iran envoy Press TV 04 Aug 2016 -- Iraq is set to expel the remaining members of the terrorist anti-Iran Mujahedin-e Khalq Organization (MKO) from its soil in the near future, a senior Iranian diplomat says.
White House Rejects Charges It Paid Iran Ransom To Free Prisoners RFE/RL 04 Aug 2016 -- The White House has rejected a charge from Republican leaders that it secretly paid Iran $400 million in cash in January as ransom for the release of imprisoned Americans.
US Denies $400 Million to Tehran Was Ransom Payment VOA 04 Aug 2016 -- Secretary of State John Kerry says the U.S. "does not pay ransom" amid criticism of the Obama administration's payment of $400 million in cash to Iran on the same day Tehran released four American hostages.
US Paid Iran $400M as Tehran Freed 4 American Hostages VOA 03 Aug 2016 -- The United States airlifted $400 million in foreign currencies to Iran in January to partially settle a decades-old dispute over an aborted arms deal. On the same day, Tehran released four American hostages, but Washington is denying the exchange amounted to a ransom payment.
Iran rejects UK claims of sending arms to Yemen Press TV 03 Aug 2016 -- Iran has rejected as lies allegations by the UK Foreign Office that the Islamic Republic is sending weapons to Yemen, saying Tehran supports "the establishment of peace" in the region.
Iran still ready to send arms aid to Lebanon IRNA 02 Aug 2016 -- A senior Iranian lawmaker announced here that Iran is still ready to send military aid to Lebanon's Army to fight against Zionists and Takfiri terrorists.
Iran capable of manufacturing Navy equipment: Commander IRNA 02 Aug 2016 -- Navy Commander Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari said in this city in northwestern Tehran on Tuesday that supplying the Navy equipment would pave the way for presence of Navy forces in the international waters.
P5+1 not fully abiding by JCPOA: Rouhani IRNA 02 Aug 2016 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the P5+1 group of countries is not fully carrying out its obligations under the nuclear deal with the Islamic Republic.
Iran may launch advanced enrichment program: MP Press TV 02 Aug 2016 -- An Iranian lawmaker says the country may launch an advanced enrichment program in case Washington continues to ignore its commitments under last year's nuclear agreement between Iran and the P5+1 group of countries, including the United States.
Leader rebukes US for failure to respect JCPOA - (UPDATES) IRNA 01 Aug 2016 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei on Monday rebuked the US for failure to honor commitments to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, saying they had promised to lift sanctions all at once on the Implementation Day.
FM spokesman: Iran-US talks excluded to nuclear issue IRNA 01 Aug 2016 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Bahram Qassemi said on Monday that diplomatic encounter with Washington excluded to the nuclear dispute.
US must accept responsibility for violating JCPOA: Iran MP Press TV 01 Aug 2016 -- A senior Iranian lawmaker says the United States must accept responsibility for lack of commitment to its obligations under last year's nuclear agreement between Iran and the P5+1 group of countries.
No Iran-US negotiations other than on nuclear issue: Qasemi Press TV 01 Aug 2016 -- Iran has rejected recent claims by CIA Director John Brennan about ongoing talks between Iran and the United States on various subjects, saying Tehran and Washington are holding negotiations on the nuclear issue only.
JCPOA proved necessity of distrust in US promises: Leader Press TV 01 Aug 2016 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says Iran's experience in striking a nuclear agreement with the P5+1 group of countries, including the United States, was a clear example of the enemies' untrustworthiness.

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