December 2017 - Iran Special Weapons News

Maintaining national unity a must: principlists, reformists IRNA 31 Dec 2017 -- In reaction to the recent protests in Tehran and a number of other major cities, principlist and reformist politicians emphasized national unity and urged the people to be alert against the enemy's deceitful penetration and exploitation.
Iranians free to express criticism, stage protest: President Rouhani Press TV 31 Dec 2017 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says the Iranian people are completely free to express their criticism of the government or stage protests according to the Constitution and citizenship rights, and in a way that would lead to the improvement of the country's conditions.
Official: Two killed during riot in western Iran, no bullet fired by security forces Press TV 31 Dec 2017 -- A provincial official says two people were killed during a protest rally in a western Iranian city on Saturday, adding Takfiri groups and foreign intelligence services appear to be behind the killings.
Rohani Says Iranians 'Absolutely Free' To Protest, But Warns Against Violence RFE/RL 31 Dec 2017 -- Iranian President Hassan Rohani says citizens are "absolutely free" to criticize the authorities and protest, but he warned against violence as demonstrations, unrest, and detentions continued for the fourth day in cities throughout the country.
Iran's Street Protests Turn Deadly, As Government Warns of 'Iron Fist' Response RFE/RL 31 Dec 2017 -- At least two protesters were killed in antigovernment street protests in Iran, as demonstrations originally prompted by anger over rising prices intensified and spread to the capital, Tehran, prompting government warnings of an "iron fist" response.
Peaceful Protests Constitutional Right of Iranians - President Rouhani Sputnik 31 Dec 2017 -- Protests and criticism, not involving violence, are the constitutional rights of the Iranians, the country's President Hassan Rouhani said on Sunday.
Statement from the White House Press Secretary The White House 31 Dec 2017
Iranian Police Disperse, Arrest Demonstrators As Wave Of Protests Hits Cities RFE/RL 29 Dec 2017 -- Iranian police have dispersed antigovernment protesters and arrested dozens of people in the western city Kermanshah and the capital, Tehran, as demonstrations against price hikes have turned political and spread to several cities.
Khamenei Compares Trump To 'Smarter' Reagan, Says U.S. Will Not 'Weaken' Iran RFE/RL 28 Dec 2017 -- Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has lashed out at U.S. President Donald Trump and asserted that his policies will not "weaken" Tehran.
Iranian Supreme Leader Vows to 'Disappoint US on All Arenas', Slams Trump Sputnik 28 Dec 2017 -- According to the Iranian supreme leader, Reagan was "wiser and more powerful" than Trump.
Argentine Judge Says Prosecutor Was Murdered In Alleged Iran Cover Up Case RFE/RL 27 Dec 2017 -- An Argentine judge says the prosecutor who was found dead just days after accusing former President Cristina Fernandez of covering up Iran's role in the 1994 bombing of a Jewish community center was murdered.
Iran will never stop boosting defense power: Defense minister Press TV 26 Dec 2017 -- Iran's Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami says the Islamic Republic will boost its military prowess with full strength and without any halt.
Convicted spy confessed to Mossad ties: Tehran prosecutor IRNA 25 Dec 2017 -- A convicted spy, whose death sentence was upheld by the Supreme Court of Iran, admitted that he had eight meetings with secret agents of Israeli regime's Mossad intelligence agency, Tehran prosecutor announced.
IAEA sole judge in JCPOA issue: Iran IRNA 25 Dec 2017 -- Top Iranian Foreign Ministry official said on Monday that the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is the only eligible entity to judge Iran's compliance with the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Iran speaker dismisses US claims on Yemeni missiles IRNA 24 Dec 2017 -- Iran Majlis (Parliament) Speaker Ali Larijani dismissed fresh US allegations that an Iranian missile was used by Yemen to target the Saudi soil, saying that the US eyes a new adventurism in the region.
US Imposes New Sanctions Against Iran, Threatens to Scrap Nuclear Deal Sputnik 22 Dec 2017 -- The last year saw many controversial steps taken by the administration of US President Donald Trump, but the harsh policy on Iran, including the introduction of new sanctions against Tehran over its ballistic missile program and refusal to certify Iran's compliance with the nuclear deal, formally known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), are among the most notable issues worth reflecting upon.
Iran calls for EU's clear stance on JCPOA obstacles IRNA 21 Dec 2017 -- Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Abbas Araqchi has urged the European Union to take a clear and serious stance toward the obstacles hindering implementation of historic nuclear deal.
Araqchi: JCPOA merely deals with nuclear issue IRNA 21 Dec 2017 -- Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for legal and international affairs Abbas Araqchi said that the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) merely deals with nuclear-related issues.
Iran Unveils Powerful New Zolfaghar Missile Sputnik 21 Dec 2017 -- The Iranian military has displayed its Zolfaghar missile, a new variant that marks a major development in the country's missile technology.
Iran: International community should not allow US to undermine JCPOA ISNA 20 Dec 2017 -- Permanent mission of Iran to the United Nations in a statement denounced the US for its blatant violations of the nuclear deal, stressing that the international community should not allow the United States to continue to undermine the multilateral contract.
Iran condemns new US national security strategy ISNA 20 Dec 2017 -- Iran's foreign ministry spokesman has rapped the US administration's new national security strategy, saying that the document would undoubtedly lead the world towards more insecurity.
US claim on Yemen missiles ridiculous charade: Iran defense minister Press TV 20 Dec 2017 -- Iran's Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami has dismissed as a "ridiculous charade" fresh US allegations that an Iranian missile was used by Yemen's Houthi Ansarullah movement to target Saudi soil.
Iran urges global action against US bids to undermine nuclear deal Press TV 20 Dec 2017 -- Iran's ambassador to the UN has denounced the US for its blatant violations of the 2015 nuclear deal, saying the world community must stand against Washington's efforts to undermine the multinational pact, which enjoys strong global support.
U.S. Urges UN To Punish Iran Over Missile Activity; Russia Rules Out Sanctions RFE/RL 20 Dec 2017 -- U.S. Ambassador Nikki Haley has urged the United Nations Security Council to punish Iran for what she called "destabilizing behavior" and "dangerous violations" of UN arms embargoes, but Russia ruled out sanctions and said dialogue is needed.
U.S. Jury To Begin Deliberating In High-Profile Iran Sanctions Case RFE/RL 20 Dec 2017 -- A U.S. jury in Manhattan is due to begin deliberating on December 20 in a high-profile Iran sanctions trial that has implicated top Turkish officials while straining relations between the United States and its NATO ally.
Iran Slams US 'Unreasonable' Claims of Involvement in Houthi Missile Attacks Sputnik 20 Dec 2017 -- Iranian Defense Minister Amir Hatami has refuted Washington's allegations about Tehran's involvement in the latest missile attack launched by Yemeni Houthi rebels targeting Saudi Arabia's capital city of Riyadh.
US president can't cause Iran deal to collapse: President Rouhani Press TV 19 Dec 2017 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the United States will not be able to kill the 2015 multinational nuclear deal, emphasizing that the landmark pact will remain in place.
Former Iranian President Ahmadinejad Battling With Powerful Judiciary RFE/RL 19 Dec 2017 -- Iran's chief prosecutor says authorities will soon issue an "appropriate" response to an ultimatum made by former President Mahmud Ahmadinejad to the country's powerful judiciary.
Two years on, Iran nuclear accord at a 'critical crossroads,' UN Security Council told UN News 19 Dec 2017 -- The United Nations political chief told the Security Council Tuesday that the UN Secretariat is not yet in a position to confirm whether the ballistic missiles launched at the Saudi cities of Yanbu and Riyadh were Iranian Qiam-1 missiles, as assessed by Saudi authorities.
Iran to take to UN complaint against US: Defense minister IRNA 18 Dec 2017 -- Iran will soon file a complaint at the UN against the US, regarding the claim made by US permanent envoy to the UN Nikki Haley about Iranian origin of Ansarollah's missiles hitting Riyadh, Iranian Defense Minister said.
Claim of Iran military aid to Yemen sheer lie: Larijani Press TV 18 Dec 2017 -- Iran's Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani says the Islamic Republic is not providing military assistance to Yemen and all claims to this effect are false.
Iran to file complaint at UN over US missile claim; says pieces will have to be handed over for inspection Press TV 18 Dec 2017 -- Iran will soon be filing a complaint with the United Nations over a recent move by the United States to claim that missile debris allegedly retrieved in Saudi Arabia is of Iranian origin, says the Iranian defense minister.
US envoy's Iran missile claim ridiculous: Velayati Press TV 17 Dec 2017 -- A senior Iranian official has dismissed as "baseless and ridiculous" the recent US claim about Iran providing missiles to Yemen's Houthi Ansarullah movement, saying even international experts have mocked the accusation.
Turkish Banker Denies Helping Iran Evade U.S. Sanctions In High-Profile Case RFE/RL 16 Dec 2017 -- An executive at Turkey's state-owned Halkbank has denied that he helped Iran evade U.S. sanctions as he took the witness stand in his defense in a high-profile sanctions case unfolding in New York.
Hashd al-Sha'abi necessity for Iraq security: Iran envoy Press TV 16 Dec 2017 -- The Iranian ambassador to Baghdad has defended the role of the Popular Mobilization Units (PMU), better known as Hashd al-Sha'abi, in fighting terrorism in Iraq, saying the force is a "necessity" for the country's security.
Mattis: Iran Working to Destabilize Middle East AFPS 16 Dec 2017 -- "Everywhere you find turmoil [in the Middle East], you find Iran's hand in it," Defense Secretary James N. Mattis told reporters at the Pentagon yesterday.
Mattis says no need to step up military posture against Iran Press TV 16 Dec 2017 -- US Defense Secretary James Mattis says there is no need to resort to military option against Iran over allegations that Tehran supplies missiles to Yemen.
Mattis Emphasizes 'Diplomatically-Led Effort' In Dealing With Iran RFE/RL 16 Dec 2017 -- U.S. Defense Secretary Jim Mattis says Washington will deal with Iran through a "diplomatically-led effort," a day after a top U.S. diplomat said Tehran was supplying weapons to the Huthi rebels in Yemen.
US claim about Iran missile distraction from al-Quds move: Ansarullah Press TV 15 Dec 2017 -- Renouncing US claims that Iran is supplying it with ballistic missiles, Yemen's Houthi Ansarullah movement says the accusations serve as a distraction from US President Donald Trump's recognition of Jerusalem al-Quds as Israel's capital.
US House passes bill scrutinizing Iran plane sales Press TV 15 Dec 2017 -- US lawmakers on Thursday approved a bill that will bring the sales of American planes to Iran under the close scrutiny of the Congress.
A refutation of alternative evidence - Case Study: Yemen Iran Ministry of Foreign Affairs 14 Dec 2017
U.S. Envoy: 'Undeniable Evidence' Of Iranian Weapon Supplies to Yemeni Rebels RFE/RL 14 Dec 2017 -- The United States has concrete evidence that Iran was supplying weaponry to the Huthi rebels in Yemen, in violation of United Nations sanctions, the U.S. ambassador to the world body has charged.
US Presents 'Undeniable' Evidence Iran Illegally Arming Yemen Rebels VOA 14 Dec 2017 -- A senior U.S. official said Thursday that Washington has "undeniable" evidence that Iran is illegally supplying weapons to rebels in Yemen as part of a "pattern" of bad behavior in the region.
US allegations on Yemen missile 'provocative', 'destructive': Iran Press TV 14 Dec 2017 -- Iran's UN mission has categorically dismissed as "unfounded" US Ambassador Nikki Haley's claim that a missile fired at Saudi Arabia from Yemen last month was supplied by the Islamic Republic.
Turkey Summons U.S. FBI Agent Over Testimony In Iran Sanctions Case RFE/RL 14 Dec 2017 -- Turkish police have summoned an FBI official over the testimony of a former Turkish police investigator in a high-profile U.S. court case involving alleged violations of sanctions on Iran, Turkish news agencies reported.
DoD Shows Iranian Weapons as Proof of Tehran's Duplicitous Ambitions AFPS 14 Dec 2017 -- Successive U.S. administrations have warned of Iran's malign influence in the Middle East, but lying in a hangar at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling here is concrete proof that the Iranian regime is exporting arms to sow instability and promote violence throughout the region.
Haley Says Iran Must Stop Destabilizing Behavior AFPS 14 Dec 2017 -- Standing in front of an Iranian rocket fired at an international airport in Saudi Arabia, U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley said Iran must stop all its destabilizing behavior.
Not possible to add anything to JCPOA: Araqchi Press TV 14 Dec 2017 -- A senior Iranian diplomat has warned that the Middle East will be worse off if the 2015 nuclear deal collapses amid US President Donald Trump's threat to kill it.
UN chief urges Washington to honor obligations under Iran deal Press TV 14 Dec 2017 -- UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has welcomed support for the 2015 Iran deal from all the signatories except for the US, calling on Washington to also honor its obligations under the landmark agreement.
Iran, G5+1 reiterate commitment to nuclear deal IRNA 13 Dec 2017 -- The participants in the meeting of the Joint Commission of Iran and the five UN Security Council permanent members plus Germany held in Vienna today have reiterated their commitment to the agreement on Tehran's nuclear program, top Russian diplomat said.
Araqchi, Amano discuss Iran-IAEA cooperation IRNA 13 Dec 2017 -- Deputy Foreign Minister of Iran Abbas Araqchi and Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Yukiya Amano on Wednesday discussed cooperation between Iran and the nuclear watchdog as well as implementation of the 2015 nuclear deal.
Iran's marine defense industry is indigenous: Commander IRNA 13 Dec 2017 -- Navy Commander Rear Admiral Hossein Khanzadi said in southern Province of Hormozgan on Wednesday that Iran's marine defense industry has become indigenous and is self-sufficient in producing marine equipment and hardware.
Iran says parties to JCPOA protested US breach of nuclear deal during Vienna meeting Press TV 13 Dec 2017 -- A senior Iranian diplomat says the parties to the 2015 Iran nuclear deal have protested the US breach of its commitments under the agreement during a meeting of a commission tasked with monitoring commitments to the accord.
US Congress takes no action on Iran sanctions as deadline passes Press TV 13 Dec 2017 -- The US Congress misses a deadline to decide on re-imposing anti-Iran sanctions, which were lifted under the 2015 nuclear deal, with reports saying the lawmakers sought to kick the decision on the issue back to President Donald Trump.
French Minister Says Iran Seeking To Expand Military Influence In Middle East RFE/RL 13 Dec 2017 -- France's foreign minister has accused Iran of trying to create an "axis" of military and political influence stretching from Tehran through Iraq, Syria, and Lebanon to the Mediterranean Sea.
UN experts do not confirm Iran link to Yemen missiles: Report Press TV 12 Dec 2017 -- UN experts, who examined the debris from missiles fired from Yemen at Saudi Arabia earlier in the year, have not confirmed that the projectiles were "Iranian-made" as claimed by the Riyadh regime and the US.
Gen. Soleimani reaffirms full support for Palestinian resistance groups ISNA 12 Dec 2017 -- Major General Qassem Soleimani, commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps' Quds Force, has reaffirmed the Islamic Republic's full support for Palestinian resistance movements.
Rouhani in phone call with Chairman of Hamas Political Bureau: We will stand by Palestinians ISNA 12 Dec 2017 -- President of the Islamic Republic of Iran described the insulting move by the President of the United States towards the Holy Quds an ominous plot against Palestine and the World of Islam and called on all Muslims around the world to stand united against the plot.
Iranian lawmakers censure US for recognizing Quds as Israeli 'capital' Press TV 12 Dec 2017 -- Iranian lawmakers have issued a statement to condemn US President Donald Trump's decision to recognize Jerusalem al-Quds as Israel's "capital," saying the move is the "last nail in the coffin" of the so-called Middle East peace process.
Iran Offers Support For Palestinian Militants Fighting Trump Move On Jerusalem RFE/RL 12 Dec 2017 -- A top Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) commander has offered Iran's "complete support" for Palestinian militants in their resistance campaign against U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to recognize Jerusalem as Israel's capital.
Iran, Turkey defense chiefs censure Trump's al-Quds 'mistake' Press TV 12 Dec 2017 -- The Iranian and Turkish defense chiefs have denounced as "a big mistake" a US decision to recognize Jerusalem al-Quds as Israel's "capital."
Witness In Iran Sanctions Case Says Turkey's Erdogan Aided Evasion Scheme RFE/RL 12 Dec 2017 -- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan was among the targets of an investigation in Turkey into suspected bribery and money laundering in connection with a scheme to help Iran evade sanctions, a former Istanbul police officer has testified.
Mogherini says renegotiating JCPOA simply not an option Press TV 12 Dec 2017 -- European Union foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini has said that renegotiating 2015 nuclear deal between Iran and the P5+1 group of countries is "simply not an option."
Our commitment to self-defense is not a slogan: Iran FM Zarif ISNA 11 Dec 2017 -- In an article published by the American newspaper The New York Times, Iranian foreign minister Mohammad Javad Zarif referred to the current crisis in the region and said, "As Iran and its partners labor to put out fires, the arsonists in our region grow more unhinged. They're oblivious to the necessity of inclusive engagement. And yet, despite the huge stakes, important stakeholders remain reluctant to hold the arsonists to account".
Zarif to EU: Iran Nuclear Deal 'Rare Triumph of Diplomacy Over Confrontation' Sputnik 11 Dec 2017 -- The Iranian foreign policy chief has warned the European Union against supporting the US position while also addressing the country's alleged influence in the Middle East.
Iran FM, Britain foreign secretary discuss JCPOA, economic ties in Tehran Press TV 09 Dec 2017 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and Britain's Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson have held talks in the Iranian capital about a landmark nuclear agreement reached between Tehran and the P5+1 group of countries more than two years ago.
Full text of Iran's statement on condemning US decision about Quds IRNA 07 Dec 2017 -- Iranian foreign ministry has strongly denounced the US administration for its decision to relocate its embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem and recognize Jerusalem al-Quds as the capital of the occupying regime of Israel.
Iran's top general: Muslims won't let Quds be separated Press TV 07 Dec 2017 -- Iran's top military commander has condemned US President Donald Trump's decision to recognize Jerusalem al-Quds as the Israeli "capital," saying the move violates international resolutions and the rights of the Palestinians.
Iran condemns US decision to move embassy to Beit ul-Muqaddas IRNA 06 Dec 2017 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry in a statement on Wednesday strongly denounced the US move to transfer its embassy from Tel Aviv to the occupied Beit ul-Muqaddas as the capital of the Zionist regime, describing it as flagrant violation of the international resolutions.
Erdogan Says U.S. Trying To 'Blackmail' Turkey With Iran Sanctions Case RFE/RL 06 Dec 2017 -- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has called the New York trial of a Turkish banker accused of conspiring to help Iran evade U.S. sanctions "blackmail" and a "blemish" on his country.
Iran Navy launches missile-launching warship in Caspian Sea Sputnik 05 Dec 2017 -- A new domestically built missile-launching warship has formally joined Iran's naval fleet in the Caspian Sea, with the Iranian defense chief describing the vessel as the "symbol of peace at sea."
Star Witness In Iran Sanctions Case Admits In Court To Paying Bribes RFE/RL 05 Dec 2017 -- The U.S. government's star witness in a high-profile Iran sanctions case has admitted in court that he paid bribes to secure his release from a Turkish jail after he was arrested in a sweeping corruption scandal in 2013.
Iran's missile programs are not negotiable: FM spokesman ISNA 04 Dec 2017 -- Certainly, Iran is taking a firm stand on its defense and missile programs and such issues are not negotiable, Iranian foreign ministry spokesman Bahram Qassemi emphasized.
Iran tells France missile capability non-negotiable Press TV 04 Dec 2017 -- Iran has advised France to be careful in its views about the Islamic Republic after President Emmanuel Macron called for talks on Tehran's ballistic missiles.
Non-Negotiable: Iran Refuses to Discuss Its Ballistic Missile Program Sputnik 04 Dec 2017 -- Tehran has responded to Paris' idea of adding the Iranian missile program to the 2015 nuclear deal. The Islamic Republic reiterated its stance that the issue of its missile program is beyond debate.
France, Germany Want Iran To Reverse Regional 'Hegemonic Temptations' RFE/RL 04 Dec 2017 -- The French foreign minister has said France and Germany agree that Iran must "roll back" its ballistic-missile program and its "hegemonic temptations" across the Middle East.
Iran urges intra-Yemeni dialogue to foil enemies' plots Press TV 03 Dec 2017 -- Iran says dialogue is the best way for various Yemeni groups to settle their disputes and prevent foreign enemies from taking advantage of the situation amid days of violent clashes between forces loyal to ex-president, Ali Abdullah Saleh, and Houthi fighters.
Netanyahu Says Israel Won't Allow Iran to 'Entrench Itself Militarily' in Syria Sputnik 03 Dec 2017 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has posted a video on his Facebook page, explaining his policy on Iran as well as the Syrian conflict.
Netanyahu Says Iran's Presence in Syria Won't Be Tolerated VOA 03 Dec 2017 -- Israel won't allow Iran to entrench itself militarily in Syria, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed Sunday.
CIA Chief Sends Letter To Iranian General Over Threats To U.S. Forces In Iraq RFE/RL 03 Dec 2017 -- The director of the CIA says he sent a letter to a top Iranian general warning him that Washington will hold Tehran responsible for any attacks on U.S. interests by Iran-backed forces in Iraq.
Pompeo claims he 'sent a note' to warn Iran's Soleimani over Iraq Press TV 03 Dec 2017 -- CIA Director Mike Pompeo says he has written a letter to Iran's Major General Qassem Soleimani, who commands the Quds Force of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) to warn him about US interests in Iraq.
Iran acquires atomic battery technology ISNA 03 Dec 2017 -- The special assistant to the head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) announced that the Iranian experts had acquired the technology to build atomic batteries.
Iran acquires technology to produce nuclear batteries: AEOI advisor Press TV 03 Dec 2017 -- Iran has acquired the technology to produce nuclear batteries to be used in health and industrial sectors, an advisor to head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says.
Iran Opens Extension Of Key Port RFE/RL 03 Dec 2017 -- Iran has officially opened an extension of its southeastern port of Chabahar, which Tehran hopes will become a key transit hub for land-locked Afghanistan and Central Asia.
Tehran Acquires Breakthrough Technology to Manufacture Nuclear Batteries Sputnik 03 Dec 2017 -- Despite US pressure on the Iran nuclear deal, Tehran has developed a new nuclear technology and expressed hopes for cooperation with major world companies in the field.
You Gon' Get Caught: Financial Misdoing Charges Mount Against Turkey's Erdogan Sputnik 03 Dec 2017 -- The Turkish president goes on the defensive as charges mount in Ankara international corruption case.
US courts 'can never try my country,' says Turkish president Press TV 02 Dec 2017 -- President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has rejected the planned trial by a US court of a Turkish bank executive who has been accused of evading Washington's sanctions against Iran, saying courts in the United States cannot put Turkey on trial.
Turkey: US trial of gold trader meant to 'corner' economy Press TV 02 Dec 2017 -- Turkish Prime Minister Binali Yildirim has denounced as politically motivated a recent testimony given by Turkish businessman Reza Zarrab in a US court implicating President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in an alleged Iran sanctions-busting scheme.
Iran says oil swap deal with Iraq imminent Press TV 02 Dec 2017 -- Iran says it expects to sign an agreement with Iraq within the next few days based on which it would swap the country's oil produced in its Kirkuk province with equal amounts in the Persian Gulf.
Any talks on Iran missiles is ruled out: Military spokesman IRNA 02 Dec 2017 -- Any negotiations about Iran missile power is basically 'out of the question', said a senior spokesman of Islamic Republic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) on Saturday.
Iran producing heavy military aircraft class ISNA 02 Dec 2017 -- The Iranian defense minister announced that Iran had a specific program to design and produce a heavy military aircraft class.
Senior army commander rules out negotiations on Iran missile program Press TV 02 Dec 2017 -- A senior commander of the Iranian Armed Forces says the Islamic Republic vehemently rejects any request for negotiations about its missile capability.
EU says renegotiating Iran deal not possible Press TV 02 Dec 2017 -- The European Union (EU) says the articles of a 2015 nuclear deal between Iran and six other countries are highly technical and there is no possibility of renegotiating the agreement – even partially.
Under Pressure, Turkey's President Slams Testimony at Sanctions Trial VOA 01 Dec 2017 -- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is reacting angrily after testimony in a New York trial implicated him in an alleged multi-million-dollar scam to evade U.S.-imposed sanctions against Iran. His reaction is adding to concerns Ankara is on a collision course with U.S. courts that could have financial and political repercussions.
Iranian Envoy Says U.S. Won't Succeed In Pushing Iran Out Of Syria RFE/RL 01 Dec 2017 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says U.S. efforts to push Iranian military advisers and fighters out of Syria as part of a deal to end the war-torn country's six-year civil war will not succeed.
Iran FM: Nuclear deal 'best we could have reached' IRNA 01 Dec 2017 -- Foreign Minister of Iran Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Thursday that the 2015 nuclear deal, officially known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), 'is not what we want ...but what we could achieve.'

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