February 2017 - Iran Special Weapons News

No Zarif correspondence with US state secretary: Foreign Ministry Press TV 28 Feb 2017 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry has vehemently dismissed as "baseless" the claim that Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has written a letter to US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson.
IRGC Navy assumes responsibility for seizing intruding vessels in Persian Gulf: Commander Press TV 28 Feb 2017 -- The responsibility for seizing vessels trespassing on Iran's territorial waters in the Persian Gulf has been officially given to the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC)'s Navy, a senior commander says.
Iran Navy test-fires Valfajr Torpedo on final day of drills Press TV 28 Feb 2017 -- The newest torpedo to join the Iranian Navy's arsenal has been successfully test-fired as the force wraps up large-scale drills spanning over territorial and international waters.
Dehqan: Iran successfully tests-fires new version of SLCM IRNA 27 Feb 2017 -- Defense Minister Brigadier General Hossein Dehqan said Monday that Iran has successfully test-fired the latest version of a submarine-launched cruise missile (SLCM) named 'Nasir' during Velayat-95 military war game conducted by the Iranian naval forces.
Iran's Navy test-fires new missiles amid drills Press TV 27 Feb 2017 -- Iran's Navy has successfully test-fired new domestically-manufactured missiles during the military maneuvers underway in the strategic southern waters.
Iran Says Navy Test-Fires New Missiles In Persian Gulf RFE/RL 27 Feb 2017 -- An Iranian official says the country's navy has successfully test-fired its latest missiles during military drills in the Persian Gulf, part of the first major exercise in the area since the January 20 inauguration of U.S. President Donald Trump.
Iran Navy drills convey message of peace, friendship to region: Navy cmdr. IRNA 26 Feb 2017 -- Navy Drills staged in southern Iran aims to convey the message of peace and friendship to the regional countries, Navy Commander Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari said on Sunday.
Final phase of Iran's massive naval war game kicks off ISNA 26 Feb 2017 -- The final phase of the massive naval drill named "Velayat 95" has been kicked off Sunday morning at the order of Iranian Navy commander rear-admiral Habibollah Sayyari.
IRGC Ground Forces launch drone organization Press TV 26 Feb 2017 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Ground Forces have established an organization specializing in using drones in military operations.
Rouhani to contest 2017 presidential election: VP Press TV 26 Feb 2017 -- The Iranian vice president for parliamentary affairs says President Hassan Rouhani is to partake in the country's 2017 presidential polls.
Iran launches major naval exercise in northern Indian Ocean Press TV 26 Feb 2017 -- Iranian naval forces have launched the final stage of a large-scale drill north of the Indian Ocean to enhance their defense capabilities.
Intelligence source talks about 3 major security cases IRNA 26 Feb 2017 -- An informed intelligence official on Sunday shed light on a number of certain security cases such as the arrest of several terrorist groups on Revolution Day, Iran-US prisoner swap in 2016 and hunting the terrorist ring leader Abdolmalik Rigi in 2010.
Zarif: Iran's military capability meant for self-defense IRNA 25 Feb 2017 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Saturday that Iran's military capability is meant for self-defense.
Iran's missile might for deterrence: IRGC Press TV 25 Feb 2017 -- A commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the Islamic Republic's missile capabilities are aimed at increasing the country's deterrent power.
World knows Iran's IRGC helping fight terror: Foreign Minister Zarif Press TV 25 Feb 2017 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has praised Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) for providing the highest support to regional countries in their anti-terror fights.
FM hails IRGC support for neighboring countries against terrorism IRNA 25 Feb 2017 -- The world at large agrees that the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) have extended its maximum support for Iran's neighboring countries against terrorism, Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Saturday.
Rouhani says JCPOA a great job IRNA 25 Feb 2017 -- President Hassan Rouhani praised the achievements gained by the 2015 nuclear deal known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), stressing the agreement was a great job.
IAEA acknowledges Iran's compliance with JCPOA IRNA 25 Feb 2017 -- International Atomic Energy Agency in its quarterly report on Friday reiterated Iran's compliance with its obligations enshrined in the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action.
Naqvi-Hosseini: IAEA's report on Iran positive move IRNA 25 Feb 2017 -- Rapporteur of Majlis National Security and Foreign Policy Commission Hossein Naqavi-Hosseini assessed a new report by Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Yukiya Amano on Iran's nuclear activities as positive because it confirms the country's commitment to implementation of the nuclear agreement.
Amano releases first 2017 report on JCPOA implementation IRNA 25 Feb 2017 -- Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency Yukiya Amano released its quarterly report on implementation of Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action to the IAEA board of directors on Friday.
Iran to buy 950 tons yellow cake: Salehi ISNA 25 Feb 2017 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) announced Tehran-Astana deal for buying 950 tons yellow cake from Kazakhstan which referred to the joint commission of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Iran plans to buy 950 tonnes of yellowcake from Kazakhstan: Salehi Press TV 25 Feb 2017 -- Iran's nuclear chief says the Islamic Republic has requested to buy 950 tonnes of concentrated uranium, also known as yellowcake, from Kazakhstan over the next three years.
Iran nuclear deal great feat: President Rouhani Press TV 25 Feb 2017 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has hailed a nuclear deal between Iran and six other countries as "a great feat," which changed a global atmosphere of hostility toward the Islamic Republic to one of cooperation with the country.
Russia, Iran Agree on Joint Production of Nuclear Fuel Sputnik 25 Feb 2017 -- Russia and Iran have agreed a roadmap for joint production of nuclear fuel, Ali Akbar Salehi, the head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization (AEOI) said Saturday in an interview with a local news agency.
Trump proposal for listing Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps a 'terrorist group' in limbo: Report Press TV 25 Feb 2017 -- A proposal by the administration of US President Donald Trump to designate Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps a "terrorist organization" has reportedly stalled over warnings from US defense and intelligence officials that the move could "backfire."
Zarif expresses dismay at Turkish belligerence Press TV 25 Feb 2017 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has expressed dismay at the recent "improper" remarks by Turkish officials against the Islamic Republic.
Iran's nuclear activities in line with JCPOA: IAEA Director-general IRNA 24 Feb 2017 -- The first report by Director-general of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Yukiya Amano in 2017 has reaffirmed that Iran's all nuclear activities are in line with the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, Iran's envoy to Vienna said.
Iran increased precision of ballistic missiles: defense minister People's Daily 24 Feb 2017 -- Iran has, to a great extent, increased the precision of its long-range ballistic missiles, Iran's Defense Minister Hossein Dehqan said here on Thursday.
Iran complying with nuclear agreement, IAEA reaffirms Press TV 24 Feb 2017 -- The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has once again confirmed that Iran has lived up to its commitments under the 2015 nuclear agreement it signed with the P5+1 group of countries.
Reports: UN Watchdog Says Iran Complying With Nuclear Deal RFE/RL 24 Feb 2017 -- The International Atomic Energy Agency has concluded that Iran is complying with the 2015 nuclear deal it struck with major world powers, news agencies that have seen a confidential report say.
Iran possessing optimal security index: Armed Forces chief of staff IRNA 23 Feb 2017 -- Iran, as far as the indexes for national security and peace as well as readiness to address threats are concerned, is in the best condition, says Major General Mohammad Hossein Baqeri Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces.
Iran's IRGC unveils new anti-helicopter mines during drills Press TV 23 Feb 2017 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has unveiled a new model of anti-helicopter mines during its recent military drills that were held in the eastern and central parts of the country.
Iran Sends Military Students to Syrian Front VOA 22 Feb 2017 -- Iran is increasingly using Syrian battlefields as a proving ground for fresh military officers in training, according to Iranian media reports and Syrian opposition figures.
All JCPOA-related sanctions against Iran lifted: Foreign Ministry IRNA 22 Feb 2017 -- The main goal of the nuclear deal between Iran and six world powers, was removal of nuclear sanctions and economic obstacles imposed against the country, says the foreign ministry deputy.
IRGC displays firepower as three-day drills come to close Press TV 22 Feb 2017 -- Ground Forces of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) partake in the third and final day of military drills in northeastern Iran, practicing the use of heavy artillery fire to destroy enemy targets.
Son Of Top Iranian Dissident Cleric Taken Into Custody RFE/RL 22 Feb 2017 -- The son of one of the founding fathers of the Islamic republic has been arrested to serve a six-year prison sentence for releasing a decades-old audiotape in which his father denounced the mass executions of political prisoners in 1988.
IRGC Ground Forces conduct urban warfare drill Press TV 21 Feb 2017 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC)'s Ground Forces are practicing defending residential areas during simulated urban warfare.
Iran, Iraq seal deal to export Kirkuk oil Press TV 20 Feb 2017 -- Iran and Iraq have signed a basic agreement that envisages exporting Iraqi oil through the Iranian territory – a scheme that would remove Baghdad's reliance on the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) to export its oil through a pipeline to Turkey.
Foreign Ministry dismisses Iran's new ballistic missile test IRNA 20 Feb 2017 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Bahram Qasemi denied on Monday that Iran wants to conduct a ballistic missile test.
Zarif: Iranians not to tolerate threat IRNA 20 Feb 2017 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Monday that through their resistance, the Iranian people have shown they will not tolerate threat.
Threats do not work against Iran: Zarif Press TV 20 Feb 2017 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says sanctions and threats will never work against the Islamic Republic, urging the United States to adopt the language of respect on Iran.
Iranian missiles serve self-defense purposes: FM Zarif Press TV 20 Feb 2017 -- Amid ongoing US and Israeli attempts to portray Iran as an "aggressive" party, Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif reaffirms that the Islamic Republic's missiles are a mere means of defending the nation against enemy threats.
IRGC Ground Forces start military drills in central Iran Press TV 20 Feb 2017 -- The Ground Forces of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) have started military maneuvers in Dasht-e Kavir, the country's sprawling central desert.
Iran Successfully Test-Fires Advanced Rockets During Military Drills Sputnik 20 Feb 2017 -- Iranian elite ground forces tested smart rockets with pinpoint accuracy during the ongoing military drills, according to official statement.
Armenian Defense Minister: Security, defensive ties with Tehran priority of Yerevan IRNA 19 Feb 2017 -- Armenian Defense Minister Vigen Sargsyan said in Munich Security Conference that establishment and deepening ties with Iran and Georgia in Armenian security approach and military doctrine is very important.
Zarif: It will take forever for Iran to produce nuclear weapons IRNA 19 Feb 2017 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Sunday that it will take forever for Iran to produce nuclear weapons because it is not going to do so.
Spokesman: Turkey's FM remarks in Munich unconstructive IRNA 19 Feb 2017 -- Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qasemi said Iran considers remarks of the Turkey's foreign minister in Munich "unconstructive" and added that they should know that instability and insecurity in the region has no guilty except them and a number of fearing states.
Iran rejects 'unconstructive' claims by Turkish FM Press TV 19 Feb 2017 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry has dismissed as unconstructive Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu's recent anti-Iran claims, saying Turkey and certain other "delusional" countries are responsible for instability and insecurity in the Middle East.
US senators consider new sanctions against Iran over its missile program Press TV 19 Feb 2017 -- US Republican senators in Congress plan to introduce legislation to impose new sanctions against Iran over its missile program and for seeking to "destabilize" the Middle East.
Iran will fully restore nuclear program if JCPOA scrapped: Larijani Press TV 19 Feb 2017 -- Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani says the Islamic Republic will restore its nuclear program to where it was prior to the signing of the 2015 nuclear agreement between Tehran and the P5+1 group of countries if the US scraps the agreement.
Iran announces major shale oil discovery Press TV 19 Feb 2017 -- Iran says it has discovered major reserves of shale oil in the western parts of the country with a top official saying that the reserves are the first that have a feasible potential for production.
Iran to Stage Military Drills in Defiance of US Sanctions Sputnik 19 Feb 2017 -- Iran's Revolutionary Guard is to conduct military drills with use of missiles next week, according to an announcement from Iranian senior command. The announcement comes after a new set of sanctions was imposed on the country by US President Donald Trump.
EU calls for full, effective implementation of JCPOA IRNA 18 Feb 2017 -- European Union (EU) foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini has stressed the "need for a full and effective implementation by all sides throughout the lifetime of the agreement" known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
EU, IAEA reiterate support for nuclear deal IRNA 18 Feb 2017 -- The European Union (EU) and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in a joint statement reaffirmed support for the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) based on their respective mandates.
Guterres: JCPOA important factor in international peace, stability IRNA 18 Feb 2017 -- UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres by referring to nuclear deal between Iran and Group 5+1 said that Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) is an important factor in international peace and stability and announced his own and the UN support for continuation of the deal.
No to US troops in Syria, nuclear deal to stay, Iran's foreign minister says ISNA 18 Feb 2017 -- Sending US ground troops to Syria to fight ISIS will fan flames of extremism in the region that will impact the security of the whole world, Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif told CNN's Christiane Amanpour Friday.
Pence claims Iran using JCPOA 'additional resources' to 'destabilize' MidEast Press TV 18 Feb 2017 -- US Vice President Mike Pence is repeating the Trump administration's allegations against Iran and the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
JCPOA instrumental in promoting global peace, stability: UN chief Press TV 18 Feb 2017 -- United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres has hailed the 2015 landmark nuclear agreement signed between Iran and the P5+1 group of countries, saying it plays an important role in promoting international peace and stability.
Iran weighing sale of heavy water to some European countries: AEOI Press TV 18 Feb 2017 -- The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says Tehran is weighing requests from some European states to purchase heavy water from the Islamic Republic.
EU, IAEA reaffirm commitment to Iran deal in joint statement Press TV 18 Feb 2017 -- The European Union (EU) and the United Nations' nuclear agency have reaffirmed their support for the 2015 nuclear agreement between Iran and six other countries.
Iran Announces New Military Drills Despite U.S. Warnings RFE/RL 18 Feb 2017 -- Iran says its elite Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) will conduct massive military drills next week in eastern and northeastern parts of the country.
US Hesitates to Confirm Sanctioned Iranian General Visited Russia VOA 17 Feb 2017 -- The Trump administration says it cannot confirm that an Iranian general barred from foreign travel by the U.N. Security Council visited Russia this week, despite a prominent U.S. congressman and news outlet saying he had made the trip.
No external force can affect Iran-Russia ties: Deputy FM Press TV 17 Feb 2017 -- Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov says his country's relations with Iran are not affected by any external influences.
Tillerson denies hinting at US will to scrap Iran deal Press TV 17 Feb 2017 -- US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson has denied suggesting that the US would want "to get rid of" a multilateral nuclear deal with Iran.
Iran Needs Billions to Upgrade Gas Fields, But Will Investors Invest? VOA 17 Feb 2017 -- Iran sits on what are thought to be the world's largest gas reserves, yet can barely supply its own domestic demand.
Iran's Rohani Seeks To Mend Frayed Ties With Gulf Arab Neighbors RFE/RL 16 Feb 2017 -- Iranian President Hassan Rohani has sought to mend ties with his Gulf Arab neighbors on a one-day trip to Oman and Kuwait, his first since taking power in 2013.
Spokesman: Regional stability, security, Iran's top priority IRNA 15 Feb 2017 -- Stability and security of the region are Iran's top priorities, Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qasemi said on Wednesday.
Iran achieves its goals in implementation of JCPOA: Senior negotiator IRNA 15 Feb 2017 -- Iran achieved its targeted goals in implementation of Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action a year after execution of the deal, Spokesman for Iran's Parliament (Majlis) National Security and Foreign Policy Commission Hossein Naqavi Hosseini quoted Head of JCPOA follow-up commission Abbas Araqchi as saying.
Rouhani: Iran welcomes PGCC message IRNA 15 Feb 2017 -- President Hassan Rouhani said here Wednesday that Iran did welcome the message of the six Persian Gulf littoral states delivered to the country by the Kuwaiti government.
Trump accuses Iran of seeking to develop nuclear weapons Press TV 15 Feb 2017 -- US President Donald Trump has once again accused Iran of seeking to develop nuclear weapons, arguing that he would prevent Tehran from ever gaining nukes.
Iran dismisses Erdogan's allegations of Tehran's interference in Iraq, Syria Press TV 15 Feb 2017 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has dismissed recent anti-Tehran remarks by the Turkish president, stressing that promoting security in the region has been among the Islamic Republic's main foreign policies.
Rouhani to discuss Persian Gulf states' message in Oman, Kuwait Press TV 15 Feb 2017 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says his talks in Oman and Kuwait will focus, among other issues, on a message recently relayed to Tehran by Kuwait City on relations between the Islamic Republic and the Persian Gulf Arab countries.
Iran launches 1st oceanographic research vessel IRNA 14 Feb 2017 -- The first Iranian oceanographic research vessel (RV) was commissioned here Tuesday in the presence of Minister of Communications and Information Technology Mahmoud Vaezi.
President urges all sides' commitment to JCPOA IRNA 14 Feb 2017 -- President Hassan Rouhani said on Tuesday that Iran will remain committed to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) as long as the other parties do the same.
AEOI: Trump's anger over JCPOA shows Iran's success IRNA 14 Feb 2017 -- Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Spokesman Behrouz Kamalvandi underlined that US President Donald Trump's anxiety about the nuclear agreement signed between Tehran and the world powers is an indication that Iran has received much advantage from the deal.
Economy min: Iran's economy improved remarkably post-JCPOA IRNA 14 Feb 2017 -- Economy Minister Ali Tayyebnia said on Tuesday that Iran's economy has improved significantly since the signing of Iran nuclear deal – known as JCPOA – in July 2015 between Iran and the six world powers.
Basij forces start military, civil defense drills in southeast Iran Press TV 14 Feb 2017 -- Iran's Basij volunteer forces have kicked off a major military, security and cultural drill in the southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan.
IAEA says Iran remains committed to JCPOA Press TV 14 Feb 2017 -- The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has once again confirmed that Iran is implementing the landmark nuclear agreement it signed with the P5+1 group of countries in 2015.
Iran's IR-8 centrifuge to raise enrichment capacity 20-fold: AEOI Press TV 14 Feb 2017 -- Iran's new domestically-manufactured IR-8 centrifuge machines will increase the country's capacity to enrich uranium 20 times more than the existing IR-1 machines, the spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says.
Iranian Defense Minister Calls for Developing Nuclear Naval Propulsion Systems Sputnik 14 Feb 2017 -- Iran's defense minister said Tehran needed to keep pace in maritime industries with other countries.
Trump, Netanyahu Align on Tough Iran Stance Before Talks VOA 14 Feb 2017 -- As President Donald Trump prepares for his first meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu since entering the White House, analysts say the Israeli leader hopes to forge common ground on Iran and regional issues.
Shamkhani:JCPOA's success depends on conclusive commitments of all parties IRNA 13 Feb 2017 -- Supreme Leader's Representative and secretary of the Supreme National Security Council Ali Shamkhani said on Monday that success of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) depends on undisputable fulfillment of unfinished tasks by the west and full implementation of commitments by all parties.
West must make amends for JCPOA implementation shortfalls: Iran Press TV 13 Feb 2017 -- A senior Iranian official says Western countries must make amends for their lost ground in the implementation of the landmark nuclear agreement signed between the Islamic Republic and six global powers in 2015.
Iran's Hardliners Grow More Confident VOA 13 Feb 2017 -- With tensions between the United States and Iran mounting over Tehran's test-firing of mid-range ballistic missiles, Iran's hardliners appear emboldened. They talk now of having a chance of winning their country's presidential election in May - or at least turning incumbent Hassan Rouhani into a lame-duck president, if he does manage to secure reelection.
Iran sentences man to 10 years in jail for espionage Press TV 13 Feb 2017 -- Iran has sentenced a 62-year-old man to a 10-year prison term on the charge of plotting against national security through acts of espionage, an Iranian judiciary official in the northeastern city of Mashhad says.
Commander: Navy's most important problem maintaining Bab al-Mandab security IRNA 12 Feb 2017 -- Navy Commander Brigadier General Habibollah Sayyari underlined the most important problem of the Navy is restoring security in the Gulf of Aden, the Red Sea and Bab al-Mandab Strait.
Iran Navy aims to boost Bab el-Mandeb security: Commander Press TV 12 Feb 2017 -- Iran's Navy Commander Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari says the Iranian naval forces are making efforts to improve security in the Gulf of Aden, the Red Sea and the Bab el-Mandeb, considering security of those regions as a top priority.
Leak of confidential JCPOA documents by US harms IAEA: Iran MP Press TV 12 Feb 2017 -- A senior Iranian lawmaker says any move by US President Donald Trump to leak confidential documents on the landmark 2015 nuclear agreement between Iran and the P5+1 group of countries would be harmful to the UN nuclear agency and not Iran.
Larijani: National unity only solution to Syrian, Yemeni crises IRNA 11 Feb 2017 -- Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani in a meeting with Swedish Prime Minister Stefan Lofven in Tehran on Saturday underlined that the Syrian crisis does not have a military solution, but national unity is the best way for putting an end to the hostilities in that country.
Shamkhani: Russian planes' flight over Iran to Syria needs joint decision IRNA 11 Feb 2017 -- Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council Ali Shamkhani said on Saturday that the use of Iran's airspace by the Russian planes dispatched for fighting terrorism in Syria needs preparation including precise assessment and pre-scheduled planning.
Iran could allow Russian bombers to use its airspace ISNA 11 Feb 2017 -- Cooperation between Iran and Russia in fighting against terrorism was absolutely strategic, Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council emphasized on Saturday.
Syria-bound Russian planes using Iran airspace for anti-terror operations: Shamkhani Press TV 11 Feb 2017 -- A senior Iranian official says Russian warplanes are using the Islamic Republic's airspace for anti-terror operations in Syria.
Iran Could Allow Russia Use its Airspace to Support Operation in Syria Sputnik 11 Feb 2017 -- Tehran and Moscow have been cooperating on a number of issues related to the Syrian conflict and it is possible that Iran will allow Russia use its airspace to support the anti-terrorist operation in Syria, the secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council said Saturday.
US Commander Warns of Russian, Iranian, Pakistani Influence in Afghanistan VOA 11 Feb 2017 -- The top U.S. commander in Afghanistan says Russia, Pakistan and Iran are pursuing their own agendas with regard to the fragile country, complicating the fight against terrorism and extremism.
Iran military power to serve peace: Air Force Commander IRNA 11 Feb 2017 -- Iran's military posture is in the service of peace, says Air Force Commander Brigadier General Hassan Shah Safi.
West bound by JCPOA to sell 20pc fuel to Iran: Senior MP IRNA 11 Feb 2017 -- A senior lawmaker announced here Saturday that the Western countries are bound by the July 2015 nuclear deal to sell the 20-pecent enriched fuel to Iran.
Mogherini says EU strictly follows implementation of JCPOA IRNA 11 Feb 2017 -- European Union's foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini has said that the "EU will monitor in a 'very strict manner' the implementation of the deal in its entirety, from all sides."
Intelligence minister: Iran arrests 8 terrorists IRNA 11 Feb 2017 -- Intelligence Minister Mahmoud Alavi announced that a sum of eight terrorists have been arrested in connection to plotting to carry out terrorist attacks during the ceremonies marking the 38th anniversary of the victory of 1979 Islamic Revolution.
Russia: No worries over implementation of Iran deal Press TV 11 Feb 2017 -- Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov says there should be no concerns over the implementation of Iran's historic nuclear deal as it was precisely devised.
Iran's defense power fully peaceful: Air Force cmdr. Press TV 11 Feb 2017 -- The commander of Iran's Air Force has reiterated the peaceful nature of the country's defensive military power.
Iran attends Pakistan's multi-national naval drill as 'observer' IRNA 10 Feb 2017 -- A five-day multi-national naval exercise, organized by the Pakistan Navy, 'AMAN-17', began in the Arabia Sea with an Iranian delegation attending the event as one of the observers, it was reported on Friday.
Rouhani: Iran military development for defense purposes IRNA 10 Feb 2017 -- President Hassan Rouhani said on Thursday Iran has shown that it has no intention to interfere in other countries' internal affairs and its military development is solely for defense purposes.
Iran Military Reveals New Missiles, Rockets Sputnik 10 Feb 2017 -- The Iranian military has claimed that its guided artillery rocket, shoulder-fired missile, and 40mm grenade launcher are state-of-the-art.
President: Nation will give decisive response to any threat IRNA 10 Feb 2017 -- President Hassan Rouhani told ill-wishers and those who threaten Iran on Friday that Iranians will give a decisive response to any threat.
US will fully implement JCPOA: EU's Mogherini Press TV 10 Feb 2017 -- European Union's foreign policy chief says the administration of US President Donald Trump gave her confidence that Washington will be committed to following through with the 2015 nuclear agreement.
Bullies will regret threatening Iranian nation: President Rouhani Press TV 10 Feb 2017 -- President Hassan Rouhani has hailed Iranians for turning out in millions on Friday to celebrate the anniversary of the Islamic Revolution, saying the rallies are a response to recent threats by new US rulers against Iran.
Iran Marks 1979 Revolution Anniversary With Mass Rallies, Defiant Words RFE/RL 10 Feb 2017 -- Hundreds of thousands of Iranians have rallied to mark the anniversary of the 1979 Islamic Revolution, with officials and demonstrators lashing out at the U.S. government but sending a softer message to ordinary Americans.
Trump Says Iran's Nuclear Deal Inconceivable, Disastrous For Israel Sputnik 10 Feb 2017 -- The Iranian nuclear deal should be carefully considered before signing an agreemenet, US President Donald Trump said Friday.
Iran says Daesh elements arrested in vicinity of capital Press TV 10 Feb 2017 -- Iran says it has identified and arrested in the vicinity of the country's capital a number of Daesh elements planning to carry out acts of sabotage in Tehran.
Rouhani: Iran military development for defense purposes IRNA 09 Feb 2017 -- President Hassan Rouhani said on Thursday Iran has shown that it has no intention to interfere in other countries' internal affairs and its military development is solely for defense purposes.
Defense minister: US claims on Iran missile test 'fabricated' IRNA 09 Feb 2017 -- Minister of Defense Brigadier General Hossein Dehqan said on Thursday that US recent claims on Iran's new missile test are fake and 'fabricated to make enemies, wage psychological war and promote Iranophobia.'
Russia: Iran nuclear deal contributing to int'l security IRNA 09 Feb 2017 -- Russia in a statement on Thursday, released following the meeting between Sergey Ryabkov and Abbas Araqchi, announced that both Tehran and Moscow remain to believe that Iran's nuclear deal contributes to regional and global security.
Trump cautioned against designating Iran's IRGC as terrorist organization Press TV 09 Feb 2017 -- The US State and Defense Departments have cautioned President Donald Trump against designating the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization, a report says.
Moscow Disagrees With Trump Over Iranian Nuclear Deal Sputnik 09 Feb 2017 -- Moscow does not agree with US President Donald Trump that the deal with Iran on its nuclear program was bad, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said Thursday.
Iran's missile test not violating UNSC resolution: Russian envoy to UN IRNA 08 Feb 2017 -- Technically or legally, one cannot argue that Iranians are violating any kind of prohibition imposed by the UN Security Council Resolution 2231, Russia's Permanent Representative to the United Nations Vitaly Churkin said.
Iran missile work not violating UN bans: Russia's Churkin Press TV 08 Feb 2017 -- A senior Russian diplomat has expressed surprise at an outcry provoked by the new US administration over Iranian missile work, saying Tehran's missile tests are not violating any UN bans, legally speaking.
Iran, Russia convergence in implementation of JCPOA outcomes of talks IRNA 08 Feb 2017 -- Deputy Foreign Ministers of Iran and Russia Abbas Araqchi and Sergei Ryabkov in their Wednesday meeting underlined continuation of convergence between the two countries in implementation of Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) to the final point.
Iran urges Europe's active role in execution of JCPOA IRNA 08 Feb 2017 -- Visiting Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for European and American Affairs Majid Takht-e Ravanchi called for Europe's active cooperation for successful execution of Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action particularly in banking field.
Iran committed to implementing nuclear deal - Iranian deputy FM ISNA 08 Feb 2017 -- Iran is committed to implementing the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), Iranian deputy foreign minister Abbas Araghchi said in Moscow, Sputnik reported.
U.S' consensus-building power waned more than ever: Rouhani ISNA 08 Feb 2017 -- United States' consensus-building power has shrunk more than ever, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani insisted on Wednesday in a meeting with foreign minister and the minister of petroleum of Venezuela in Tehran.
Russia, Turkey, Iran and UN hash out details of monitoring regime for Syria ceasefire UN News 07 Feb 2017 -- The delegations of Russia, Turkey and Iran as well as United Nations representatives held their first meeting yesterday to discuss the establishment of a ceasefire implementation regime in Syria that was decided at the 23-24 January talks held in the Kazakh capital of Astana, a UN spokesperson in Geneva said today.
US: Iran 'Kidding Itself' If It Doesn't Realize Trump Has New Approach VOA 07 Feb 2017 -- The White House has dismissed a defiant message from Iran's supreme leader about Donald Trump, saying Ayatollah Ali Khamenei should realize "there is a new president in office."
President: JCPOA can become role model for similar negotiations IRNA 07 Feb 2017 -- President Hassan Rouhani said that the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action reached between Iran and G5+1 can become a role model for similar negotiations in the world and lead to establishment of security and stability in the region.
Trump exposes reality of US: Ayatollah Khamenei IRNA 07 Feb 2017 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei on Tuesday said that the US new President Donald Trump has exposed the reality of that country to the world.
Govt. spokesman: Iran's blocked assets released IRNA 07 Feb 2017 -- Government spokesman, Mohammad-Baqer Nobakht, said on Tuesday that Iran's blocked assets are released.
AEOI chief: Good nuclear news to come on April 9 IRNA 07 Feb 2017 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Ali Akbar Salehi on Monday said that good nuclear news will be announced on the National Nuclear Day (April 9).
Russia receives first prepayment for Bushehr 2nuclear plant ISNA 07 Feb 2017 -- Moscow received first prepayment for construction of Bushehr 2 nuclear power plant, Russian ambassador to Iran announced.
Iran receives last consignment of yellowcake from Russia Press TV 07 Feb 2017 -- Iran has received the final consignment of a 149-tonne shipment of uranium from Russia as part of its 2015 nuclear agreement with the P5+1 group of countries, the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says.
Iran's Supreme Leader Says Trump 'Reveals America's Real Face' RFE/RL 07 Feb 2017 -- Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has said he is grateful to U.S. President Donald Trump for showing "the real face of America."
Iran not supplying arms to Yemeni fighters: Spokesman IRNA 06 Feb 2017 -- Iran has provided Yemeni fighters with no weapons, says Foreign Ministry spokesman Bahram Qasemi, rejecting as irrelevant allegations against the Islamic Republic's interference in the war-torn country.
FM Spox: Missiles are for self-defense IRNA 06 Feb 2017 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Bahram Qasemi said on Monday that missiles are for the sake of self-defense and Iran is not going to use them as a tool to send a message to others.
Missile issue ties to Iran's sovereignty: Spokesman IRNA 06 Feb 2017 -- Missile issue is tied to Iran's government and people's sovereignty and Americans' position is not important for us, Foreign Ministry Spokesman, Bahram Qasemi, said on Monday.
Iran puts new military equipment on production line Press TV 06 Feb 2017 -- Iran begins the mass production of state-of-the-art defense equipment newly designed and manufactured by experts at home to enhance the country's capabilities in ground and aerial warfare.
Iran is now more powerful than ever ISNA 06 Feb 2017 -- President Trump's tough talk on Iran is winning him friends in the Arab world, but it also carries a significant risk of conflict with a U.S. rival that is now more powerful than at any point since the creation of the Islamic republic nearly 40 years ago, Washington Post reported.
Iran doesn't need to test US government acts: FM spokesman ISNA 06 Feb 2017 -- Iran is totally familiar with US new and previous governments and doesn't need to test their acts, Iranian foreign ministry spokesman insisted.
Iran Foreign Ministry rejects foreign meddling in domestic issues Press TV 06 Feb 2017 -- Iran has rejected any foreign meddling in its domestic affairs, saying the nation is ready to defend its missile program with full strength in the face interventionist policies of other states.
New US sanctions on Iran unacceptable: Russia Press TV 06 Feb 2017 -- Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov has expressed his regret over the new United States' sanctions against the Islamic Republic, saying bans are not an appropriate means to resolve issues.
Russia disagrees with US on Iran characterization Press TV 06 Feb 2017 -- Russia says it disagrees with the administration of US President Donald Trump's characterization of Iran as a "terrorist state."
China protests to US over new Iran sanctions Press TV 06 Feb 2017 -- China says it has protested to the US for putting Chinese companies and individuals on a new sanctions list targeting Iran.
Iran: Final batch of 149 tons of "yellow cake" expected on Tuesday Press TV 06 Feb 2017 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran says his country will receive the final batch of a shipment of 149 tons of natural uranium on Tuesday.
Last consignment of yellow cake to be delivered to Iran Tuesday IRNA 06 Feb 2017 -- Iran will receive the last consignment of 149 tons of yellow cake at Isfahan airport on Tuesday.
Final batch of Yellow Cake due in Iran Tuesday ISNA 06 Feb 2017 -- The final batch of a 149-ton yellow cake (Urania) shipment from Russia will arrive in Tehran on Tuesday, spokesman of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran announced.
Netanyahu Seeks Joint Response To Iran Missile Test In London Talks RFE/RL 06 Feb 2017 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called on "responsible" nations to follow the lead of U.S. President Donald Trump and impose sanctions in Iran.
Wife Says Sweden-Based Researcher Sentenced To Death In Iran On Spy Charges RFE/RL 06 Feb 2017 -- The wife of a Swedish-based academic and researcher says Iran has sentenced her husband to death on espionage-related charges.
Tehran Refutes UAE's Allegations of Interference in Arab States' Affairs Sputnik 05 Feb 2017 -- Iran has dismissed as groundless the recent claims made by the United Arab Emirates minister of state for foreign affairs regarding Tehran's alleged interference in the internal matters of Arab countries, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Bahram Qassemi said.
Iran Completes Missile, Radar Exercises VOA 05 Feb 2017 -- A top Iranian Revolutionary Guard commander says Tehran conducted missile and radar exercises Saturday. The drills happened a day after the Trump administration imposed new sanctions on Iran for a ballistic missile test it conducted last week.
Iran wants to develop military-technical cooperation with Russia ISNA 05 Feb 2017 -- Tehran intends to develop the military-technical cooperation with Moscow, including those areas that require the consent of the UN Security Council, the Iranian ambassador to the Russian Federation, Mehdi Sanai said.
Trump 'evaluating' Iran nuclear deal: Pence Press TV 05 Feb 2017 -- The administration of US President Donald Trump is currently "evaluating" whether to uphold the Iran nuclear agreement, says Vice President Mike Pence.
White House Warns Iran To 'Think Twice' Before Testing U.S. Resolve RFE/RL 05 Feb 2017 -- U.S. Vice President Mike Pence has warned Iran "not to test the resolve" of the Donald Trump administration days after the U.S. imposed new sanctions on the Islamic republic over a ballistic-missile test.
Russian-Iranian Military Cooperation 'Not Limited to Supply of S-300 Systems' Sputnik 04 Feb 2017 -- The Committee on Defense and Security of the Federation Council, the upper house of the Russian legislature, will visit Iran next month to discuss weapons sales as well as the peaceful resolution of the war in Syria.
Iran Holding Missile, Radar Exercises VOA 04 Feb 2017 -- A top Iranian Revolutionary Guard commander says Tehran is conducting missile and radar exercises Saturday, with the drills coming a day after the Trump administration imposed new sanctions on Iran for a ballistic missile test it conducted last week.
Iran To Test Missile, Radar Systems, One Day After New U.S. Sanctions RFE/RL 04 Feb 2017 -- Iran is holding a military exercise to test its missile and radar systems on February 4, a day after the United State imposed sanctions on Tehran over its recent ballistic-missile test.
Foreign ministry slams US new sanctions against Iran IRNA 04 Feb 2017 -- Foreign Ministry said in a statement on Friday that inclusion of new Iranian and non-Iranian people and institutes to the list of illegitimate sanctions by the US under the excuse of missile tests is inconsistent with the country's commitments and contradictory to the spirit and text of UN Security Council Resolution 2231.
Russian-Iranian Military Cooperation 'Not Limited to Supply of S-300 Systems' ISNA 04 Feb 2017 -- The Committee on Defense and Security of the Federation Council, the upper house of the Russian legislature, will visit Iran next month to discuss weapons sales as well as the peaceful resolution of the war in Syria.
Iran holds air defense drill ISNA 04 Feb 2017 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps aerospace force on Saturday morning kicked off the main stage of defense drill codenamed "Defenders of Velayat Sanctum".
Foreign ministry slams US new sanctions against Iran ISNA 04 Feb 2017 -- Foreign Ministry said in a statement that inclusion of new Iranian and non-Iranian people and institutes to the list of illegitimate sanctions by the US under the excuse of missile tests are inconsistent with the country's commitments and contradictory to the spirit and text of UN Security Council Resolution 2231.
U.S. imposes sanctions on Iranian entities, individuals after missile test People's Daily 04 Feb 2017 -- The United States on Friday announced sanctions on multiple entities and individuals involved in Iran's ballistic missile program and providing support to a military force in Iran.
Ryan admits Iran deal cannot be simply undone Press TV 04 Feb 2017 -- The Republican speaker of the US House of Representatives says the nuclear deal between Iran and the world powers, including Washington, cannot be undone despite President Donald Trump's promise to repeal it immediately.
Iran dismisses UAE claims on interference in Arab countries' affairs Press TV 04 Feb 2017 -- Iran has dismissed as groundless the recent claims made by the Emirati minister of state for foreign affairs about Tehran's interference in the internal affairs of Arab countries.
US setbacks in Mideast behind Iran new sanctions: Senior MP Press TV 04 Feb 2017 -- A senior Iranian lawmaker says the defeats of US-backed terrorists in the Middle East prompted Washington to impose new sanctions against the Islamic Republic, adding that the new US sanctions amount to a violation of Tehran's nuclear agreement.
Iran to use missiles to counter any hostile actions: Senior IRGC commander Press TV 04 Feb 2017 -- A top Iranian commander has warned that Iran will use its missiles against enemies should they take any hostile action against Tehran.
Iranian first VP dismisses hostile posturing by US Press TV 04 Feb 2017 -- Iran's first vice president has dismissed recent anti-Iran posturing by the United States, saying "threadbare" accusations against Iran are aimed by Washington at scaring away investors.
IRGC begins major phase of defense drills in Iran's Semnan Press TV 04 Feb 2017 -- The Aerospace Division of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has started the major phase of defense exercises in the north-central Iranian province of Semnan.
Iran's missile test not direct breach of nuclear deal: White House Press TV 04 Feb 2017 -- The White House has confirmed that Iran's recent missile test was "not a direct violation" of the country's 2015 nuclear deal with six major powers.
Iran Ready to 'Rain Down' Missiles in Response to Enemy Attack Sputnik 04 Feb 2017 -- Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Aerospace Force Commander Brig. Gen. Amir Ali Hajizadeh said that the Iranian Armed Forces could defend the country from foreign threats and would respond to an enemy attack with "roaring missiles."
Iranian Official Says Tehran Has Sovereign Right to Boost Its Defense Capability Sputnik 03 Feb 2017 -- Iran has a soverign right to work on strengthening its defense capability, ballistic misile tests are part of the country's defense strategy, Hossein Amir Abdollahian, assistant to Speaker of Parliament Ali Larijani, said Friday.
US Treasury Imposes Iran-Related Sanctions on Entities in China, Lebanon, UAE Sputnik 03 Feb 2017 -- US Treasury Department imposed sanctions on 12 entities, as well as 13 individuals under US Iran sanctions Authority, according to the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) statement released on Friday. Some of the sanctioned entities are based in UAE, Lebanon and China.
Treasury Sanctions Supporters of Iran’s Ballistic Missile Program and Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps – Qods Force 03 Feb 2017 - U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned multiple entities and individuals involved in procuring technology and/or materials to support Iran’s ballistic missile program, as well as for acting for or on behalf of, or providing support to, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force (IRGC-QF).
U.S. Treasury Department Announces New Sanctions Against Iran RFE/RL 03 Feb 2017 -- The United States on February 3 imposed new sanctions against Iran, a move that comes days after Tehran conducted a ballistic-missile test and amid an escalating war of words between the two governments.
Trump Administration Issues New Sanctions on Iran VOA 03 Feb 2017 -- The U.S. Treasury Department has announced new sanctions on Iran in response to the country's recent missile test launch. Thirteen individuals and 12 entities were sanctioned. Some are based in China, the United Arab Emirates and Lebanon.
US announces new sanctions on Iran IRNA 03 Feb 2017 -- The US Department of the Treasury in a statement on Friday declared that it has added 25 legal and real entities to the list of its sanctions under the pretext of Iran's missile tests.
FM: Iran 'unmoved' by threats from abroad IRNA 03 Feb 2017 -- Iranian Foreign Minister, Mohammad-Javad Zarif, said in reaction to US President, Donald Trump, that Iran is unmoved by threats from abroad because it derives security from its own people.
JCPOA helps Iran sell much oil: MP IRNA 03 Feb 2017 -- The Joint Comprehensive Plan Of Action (JCPOA) helped Iran sell much more oil, Chairman of Majlis (parliament) Foreign Policy and National Security Commission, Alaeddin Boroujerdi, said on Friday.
US Treasury imposes new sanctions against Iran Press TV 03 Feb 2017 -- The administration of US President Donald Trump has imposed new sanctions on multiple Iranian individuals and entities to ratchet up pressure on Iran over its missile defense program.
Iran unmoved by US threats, relies on own defense means: Zarif Press TV 03 Feb 2017 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Tehran is "unmoved" by the United States' threats and only relies on its own defense means amid hostile rhetoric against the Islamic Republic, including hints of military aggression, emanating from Washington.
Several US senators seek additional sanctions against Iran Press TV 03 Feb 2017 -- A number of US senators have backed additional sanctions against Iran over the country's missile program, arguing that Tehran "must feel sufficient pressure."
Baghdad angered by Trump's words on Iran role in neighboring Iraq Press TV 03 Feb 2017 -- Iraq has roundly rejected US President Donald Trump's recent remarks that Iran is "taking over" the neighboring Arab country.
US announces new sanctions on Iran IRNA 03 Feb 2017 -- The US Department of the Treasury in a statement on Friday declared that it has added 25 legal and real entities to the list of its sanctions under the pretext of Iran's missile tests.
FM: Iran 'unmoved' by threats from abroad IRNA 03 Feb 2017 -- Iranian Foreign Minister, Mohammad-Javad Zarif, said in reaction to US President, Donald Trump, that Iran is unmoved by threats from abroad because it derives security from its own people.
JCPOA helps Iran sell much oil: MP IRNA 03 Feb 2017 -- The Joint Comprehensive Plan Of Action (JCPOA) helped Iran sell much more oil, Chairman of Majlis (parliament) Foreign Policy and National Security Commission, Alaeddin Boroujerdi, said on Friday.
US Treasury imposes new sanctions against Iran Press TV 03 Feb 2017 -- The administration of US President Donald Trump has imposed new sanctions on multiple Iranian individuals and entities to ratchet up pressure on Iran over its missile defense program.
Iran unmoved by US threats, relies on own defense means: Zarif Press TV 03 Feb 2017 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Tehran is "unmoved" by the United States' threats and only relies on its own defense means amid hostile rhetoric against the Islamic Republic, including hints of military aggression, emanating from Washington.
Several US senators seek additional sanctions against Iran Press TV 03 Feb 2017 -- A number of US senators have backed additional sanctions against Iran over the country's missile program, arguing that Tehran "must feel sufficient pressure."
U.S. Treasury Department Announces New Sanctions Against Iran RFE/RL 03 Feb 2017 -- The United States on February 3 imposed new sanctions against Iran, a move that comes days after Tehran conducted a ballistic-missile test and amid an escalating war of words between the two governments.
Trump Administration Issues New Sanctions on Iran VOA 03 Feb 2017 -- The U.S. Treasury Department has announced new sanctions on Iran in response to the country's recent missile test launch. Thirteen individuals and 12 entities were sanctioned. Some are based in China, the United Arab Emirates and Lebanon.
Trump: Nothing 'Off the Table' in Responding to Iran's Missile Launch VOA 02 Feb 2017 -- President Donald Trump said Thursday that Iran had been "formally put on notice" for its ballistic missile launch and warned that "nothing is off the table" in dealing with Tehran.
Trump: 'Nothing Off the Table' On Iran Sputnik 02 Feb 2017 -- US President Donald Trump declared in response to Iran's recent ballistic missile test that no option including the military is "off the table."
Trump: 'Nothing is off the table' in response to Iran's missile test Press TV 02 Feb 2017 -- US President Donald Trump says "nothing is off the table" in terms of a response to Iran's ballistic missile test.
Iran's missile tests not in contradiction with UNSC Resolution 2231 IRNA 02 Feb 2017 -- Foreign Ministry Spokesman, Bahram Qasemi, says Iran's missile tests are not in contradiction with the UN Security Council resolution 2231.
Velayati: Iran powerfully continues defense activities IRNA 02 Feb 2017 -- Head of the Strategic Research Center of the Expediency Council, Ali-Akbar Velayati, says the Islamic Republic of Iran is to powerfully continue its defense activities and has never sought any country's permission to do so.
US House Speaker says he backs more sanctions against Iran Press TV 02 Feb 2017 -- The Speaker of the US House of Representatives Paul Ryan says he would support additional sanctions on Iran over Tehran's recent missile tests.
US claims on Iran missile tests baseless, provocative: Foreign Ministry Press TV 02 Feb 2017 -- Iran has censured recent claims by a top adviser to US President Donald Trump about the Islamic Republic's missile program as "baseless," "repetitive," and "provocative."
'Iran has been formally put on notice' over missile test: Trump Press TV 02 Feb 2017 -- US President Donald Trump has stepped up rhetoric against Iran, saying the White House has formally put Tehran on notice over its recent ballistic missile test.
Iran requires no one's permission to defend itself: Leader's aide Press TV 02 Feb 2017 -- A senior Iranian official has played down the warmongering rhetoric and threats by US authorities against the Islamic Republic, emphasizing that the Islamic Republic does not wait for permission from any foreign state to defend itself.
Iran's ballistic missile test successful: Defense minister Press TV 02 Feb 2017 -- Defense Minister Brigadier General Hossein Dehqan says Iran's recent ballistic missile test has been "successful."
Iran says Trump cannot kill Boeing deal Press TV 02 Feb 2017 -- Iran has rejected speculations that the deteriorating rhetoric by US President Donald Trump against the country could lead to the cancelation of a major plane purchase agreement with the American aviation giant Boeing.
Iran Vows to Continue Missile Tests, Says Trump's Warnings 'Bluff' Sputnik 02 Feb 2017 -- Tehran will continue missile tests in accordance with its defense program despite recent warnings issued against Iran by the US national security adviser and President Donald Trump, the Iranian supreme leader's top aide said Thursday.
US Should Impose Additional Sanctions on Iran - House Speaker Sputnik 02 Feb 2017 -- According to the House of Representatives speaker, the US should impose additional sanctions against Iran.
Iranian Defense Minister Insists Tehran's Missile Test Not a Violation Sputnik 02 Feb 2017 -- Tehran's recent cruise missile test was successful and was not in violation of the country's commitment to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), Iran's Defense Minister Brig. Gen. Hossein Dehqan said Thursday.
Iran Successfully Tests Cruise Missile Able to Carry Nuclear Warheads - Reports Sputnik 02 Feb 2017 -- Iran has carried out its first successful test of a cruise missile of Sumar type, capable of carrying nuclear warheads, Die Welt newspaper media reported on Thursday citing a source in German intelligence services.
Iran unveils Interorbital System IRNA 01 Feb 2017 -- The Interorbital System named 'Saman 1' was unveiled in a ceremony marking the ninth national space technology day in the presence of President Hassan Rouhani here on Wednesday.
Iran unveils new telecommunication satellite IRNA 01 Feb 2017 -- A new telecommunication satellite named 'Nahid 1' (Venus 1)' was unveiled in a ceremony marking the ninth national space technology day in the presence of President Hassan Rouhani here on Wednesday.
Iran unveils new satellites on Space Technology Day Press TV 01 Feb 2017 -- Iran has put on display its latest achievements in the area of space technology during a ceremony attended by President Hassan Rouhani and other senior officials.
U.S. Puts Iran 'On Notice' Over Ballistic-Missile Test RFE/RL 01 Feb 2017 -- The U.S. government has said it is "officially putting Iran on notice" over Tehran's recent test of a medium-range ballistic missile.
Iran Confirms Ballistic-Missile Test That U.S. Calls 'Unacceptable' RFE/RL 01 Feb 2017 -- Military officials in Iran have confirmed the country tested a medium-range ballistic missile on January 29, but continued to deny that the test violated a UN Security Council resolution forbidding the testing of nuclear-capable weapons systems.
Iran Defense Minister Says Nothing but S-300 Systems Bought From Russia Sputnik 01 Feb 2017 -- Tehran purchased S-300 missile systems from Moscow, Iranian Defense Minister Hossein Dehghan said Wednesday.
Iranian Defense Minister Confirms Latest Missile Test - Reports Sputnik 01 Feb 2017 -- Iranian Defense Minister Hossein Dehghan confirmed Tehran had tested a new missile, Tasnim news reported Wednesday.
US: Iranian Missile Launch 'Absolutely Unacceptable' VOA 01 Feb 2017 -- U.S. President Donald Trump's national security adviser denounced Iran's ballistic missile launch Wednesday and said Tehran is putting at risk the nuclear agreement it reached in 2015 with the United States and other major powers.
Min.: Iran missile test not in contradiction with JCPOA IRNA 01 Feb 2017 -- Minister of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics, General Hossein Dehqan, said on Wednesday that Iran's recent missile test is not in contradiction with the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Iran free to develop conventional defensive power IRNA 01 Feb 2017 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran is not going to wait for other countries' permission to go ahead with developing its conventional defensive power, says Ali Shamkhani, Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC).
Spokesman: Missile tests indisputable right of Iran IRNA 01 Feb 2017 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Bahram Qasemi has said that missile tests are inherent and indisputable right of Iran to defend its security and national interests.
Iran's defense capability so powerful to repel threats IRNA 01 Feb 2017 -- Deputy Defense Minister, Brigadier General Amir Hatami, said on Wednesday that Iran's defense capabilities have been designed in a way to powerfully cope with probable threats.
Majlis commission says country's defense posture should be strengthened IRNA 01 Feb 2017 -- Majlis (Parliament) National Security and Foreign Policy Commission in an extraordinary session on Wednesday stressed the importance of providing all-out support to strengthen the country's defense vigor and might.
Trump's advisor puts Iran 'on notice' over missile tests Press TV 01 Feb 2017 -- A top adviser to US President Donald Trump says the country has put Tehran "on notice" over Iran's missile program.
Iranian MPs underline need for boosting national deterrence power Press TV 01 Feb 2017 -- Iranian lawmakers have thrown their weight behind the country's missile program, underlining the need for boosting deterrence power to guarantee national security.
Iran confirms missile test, spurns foreign intervention Press TV 01 Feb 2017 -- Iran confirms it recently carried out a missile test within the framework of its defense program, saying the Islamic Republic does not allow any foreign intervention in affairs concerning its defensive prowess.
White House Issues Unprecedented Warning to Iran Sputnik 01 Feb 2017 -- US President Donald Trump's National Security Adviser, Michael Flynn, has put Tehran on notice in response to recent ballistic missile testing.
Rouhani: Nuclear talks mirrored Iran's political might IRNA 01 Feb 2017 -- President Hassan Rouhani said on Wednesday that successful nuclear talks between Iran and the G5+1 displayed Iran's political might.
US visa ban on Iranian nationals reviewed in Majlis commission IRNA 01 Feb 2017 -- National Security and Foreign Policy Commission of Majlis (Parliament) held an extraordinary session on Wednesday morning to review the visa ban imposed by the US on the Iranian nationals.
Iran to defend itself needs no one's permission: FM's spokesman ISNA 01 Feb 2017 -- Commenting on Iran's national and defensive issues is far beyond any foreign countries or international institutions' jurisdiction, Iranian foreign ministry spokesman emphasized.
Boeing's Iran deal in limbo after Trump ban Press TV 01 Feb 2017 -- The fate of a landmark deal for Boeing to sell 80 passenger aircraft to Iran has been thrown into doubt following President Donald Trump's executive order barring travel by Iranians to the US.
It's Time To Talk About The Iran Nuclear Deal RFE/RL 01 Feb 2017 -- U.S. President Donald Trump has long portrayed himself as a consummate deal maker, an image he made central to his presidential campaign. That reputation could face a stern test if he pursues one of his proposals: renegotiating the Iran nuclear deal.

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