January 2018 - Iran Special Weapons News

Iran blasts US spy chief's meddling remarks IRNA 31 Jan 2018 -- Spokesman for Iranian Foreign Ministry described the anti-Iran charges made by the director of the US Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) as 'inexcusable and inappropriate'.
Iran MPs pass Rouhani's budget bill after initially rejecting it Press TV 31 Jan 2018 -- Iran's parliament has passed general outlines of President Hassan Rouhani's new budget bill after initially rejecting it over concerns that the proposed cuts could hit vulnerable people the hardest.
Rohani Says Iranian Leaders Must Listen To The People RFE/RL 31 Jan 2018 -- President Hassan Rohani has said that the Iranian people continue to support the clerical establishment despite foreign pressure but insisted that the country's leaders must listen to protesters behind a recent wave of unrest.
Iran military advisory forces will leave Syria after terror fight success: Diplomat Press TV 30 Jan 2018 -- A senior Iranian official says Iranian military advisory forces entered Syria at the request of the Syrian government and will leave the Arab country after the success of the fight against terrorism.
Deputy FM: Iran to stay in nuclear deal as long as its interest secured IRNA 30 Jan 2018 -- It was important for Iran that its enrichment right to be recognized, and Iran will stay in the nuclear deal as long as its interests are secured, said the Iranian deputy foreign minister.
Iran will remain committed to JCPOA as long as EU continues to do so IRNA 30 Jan 2018 -- Head of Strategic Council on Foreign Relations Kamal Kharrazi said on Monday that as long as Europe remains committed to JCPOA and economic activities are in place, Iran will also comply with the deal.
Iranian Navy's flotilla of warships sets sail for high seas Press TV 30 Jan 2018 -- A flotilla of Iranian warships has left the country's southern port city of Bandar Abbas for high seas on a routine mission to maintain the Islamic Republic's power in international waters.
US missile allegations part of psychological warfare campaign: Iran Press TV 29 Jan 2018 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Bahram Qassemi has said the US allegations pertaining to Tehran supplying Yemen with missiles is the start of psychological warfare campaign with roots in Washington's continuous policy failures in the region.
US will fail in anti-Iran puppetry: Leader's aide Press TV 29 Jan 2018 -- A senior Iranian official rejects unfounded US accusations about the Islamic Republic providing Yemen's Houthi Ansarullah fighters with ballistic missiles, saying Washington will never achieve any success in its "puppetry" against Tehran.
FM Spokesman: Preserving regional peace, Iran's principled policy IRNA 28 Jan 2018 -- The principled and unchangeable policy of the Islamic Republic of Iran is to help preserve the peace, stability and security of the region, Foreign Ministry spokesman Bahram Qasemi said on Sunday.
5 terrorists killed, 16 arrested in clash with IRGC forces IRNA 28 Jan 2018 -- Announcing the end of a clash with a Daesh terrorist team in western Iran, an IRGC commander said five Takfiri terrorists were killed and 16 others arrested.
Iranian navy's Damavand destroyer to be repaired soon IRNA 28 Jan 2018 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran's Army spokesman Brigadier General Taqikhani said that operations will start soon to repair the navy's Damavand destroyer.
IRGC arrests 16 ISIS terrorists in western Iran ISNA 28 Jan 2018 -- The commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) ground forces announced that 16 ISIS terrorists were arrested during an operation in the west of the country.
Where do Yemeni missiles come from? Press TV 28 Jan 2018 -- Saudi Arabia's brutal military aggression against Yemen has taken quite a few drastic turns ever since its beginning in March 2015. The deadly war has seen Saudis use illegal weapons such as cluster bombs over populated areas without any raised eyebrows in the West.
US gathers UN envoys to build missile case against Iran Press TV 28 Jan 2018 -- United Nations Security Council (UNSC) envoys are set to visit Washington to see debris purportedly from a Yemeni missile that reached deep inside Saudi territory last year, with the US claiming that it was supplied by Iran.
Iranian Forces Kill Several Daesh Militants, Detain 16 Others in Western Iran Sputnik 28 Jan 2018 -- The forces of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) killed several militants of the Islamic State terror group (Daesh) in the west of the country, detaining 16 others, Tasnim news agency reported, citing Brig. Gen. Mohammad Pakpour, commander of the IRGC Ground Force.
IRGC ground forces arrest Daesh terrorists in western Iran Press TV 27 Jan 2018 -- A division of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says it has arrested a number of Daesh Takfiri terrorists in the west of the country.
Hidden Forces: Israeli Ambassador Claims Iran has 82,000-Strong Army in Syria Sputnik 27 Jan 2018 -- On Tuesday, Israel's envoy to the UN Danny Danon said that Iran controls a force of 82,000 fighters in Syria: 60,000 Syrian troops; 10,000 Shiite militiamen from Afghanistan, Iraq and Pakistan; 9,000 members of the Lebanese Iran-aligned militia Hezbollah; and 3,000 Iranian Revolutionary Guards.
We call on partners to block 'Iran's path to nuclear weapon': Trump Press TV 26 Jan 2018 -- US President Donald Trump has once again accused Iran of seeking nuclear weapons despite confirmations by the United Nations' atomic agency that Tehran complies with the 2015 nuclear deal.
Iran Leader Said Eyeing Ways To Muzzle 'Mad Dog' Internet RFE/RL 26 Jan 2018 -- Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei met recently with "cyberspace experts" to discuss challenges that the Internet poses to Iran's leadership, the head of the powerful Guardians Council said.
UN Security Council to View Alleged Iranian Missile Parts VOA 26 Jan 2018 -- The U.N. Security Council will visit Washington on Monday for a working lunch with U.S. President Donald Trump and to conduct a visit to examine alleged Iranian missile parts.
Billions From Iran Rainy-Day Fund Tapped For Military RFE/RL 25 Jan 2018 -- With some Iranians still hopping mad about state spending on religious institutions and foreign military ventures, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has green-lighted the siphoning of $2.5 billion from a currency-reserve fund to boost military spending.
Analysts Fear Bigger Iran Military Budget Could Mean More Proxy Wars VOA 25 Jan 2018 -- An Iranian official has announced the allocation of $2.5 billion more for the country's military to increase what the regime terms the country's "military capabilities."
Iranian Army's war games conclude in southern, southeastern waters IRNA 24 Jan 2018 -- Mohammad Rasoulallah war games, staged by the Iranian Army over the past two days, were concluded on Wednesday.
Iran's reaction to US Vice President's false accusations ISNA 24 Jan 2018 -- Iranian foreign ministry spokesman dismissed the false accusations leveled against Iran by US Vice President Mike Pence.
Calls for negotiations on Iran's missile program 'delirious' Press TV 24 Jan 2018 -- The recent calls by the US and some of its allies for negotiations about Iran's ballistic missile program and other defensive matters are "delirious," says a senior Iranian military spokesman.
2nd day of "Mohammad Rasoulallah" military drills ISNA 23 Jan 2018 -- The Iranian Army has begun the second and final day of annual military drills involving ground, naval, and aerial forces in the country's southern regions.
Iran dismisses any negotiations on its defensive capabilities IRNA 23 Jan 2018 -- Iran will not engage in any talks with any country on its defensive capabilities, Iran's Government Spokesman Mohammad-Baqer Nobakht said on Tuesday.
US bid to change Iran deal unlikely to yield positive results: Russia Press TV 23 Jan 2018 -- Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov says a new US push aimed at changing the terms of the 2015 multilateral nuclear deal is unlikely to bring forth "positive" results.
Iran Army conducts 2nd day of military exercises in southern regions Press TV 23 Jan 2018 -- The Iranian Army has begun the second and final day of annual military drills involving ground, naval, and aerial forces in the country's southern regions.
EU wrong to think non-JCPOA concessions will keep Trump in the deal: Araghchi Press TV 23 Jan 2018 -- A high ranking Iranian official has stressed that EU states who think they can persuade US President Donald Trump to stay in Iran's nuclear deal by making non-JCPOA concessions are "totally wrong."
Top U.S., French Diplomats Discuss Iran Nuclear Deal In Paris RFE/RL 23 Jan 2018 -- U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson is meeting with French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian as the U.S. administration is pressing ahead with efforts to convince European allies to address "flaws" in Iran's nuclear deal with world powers.
Pence Underscores US Opposition to Iran Nuclear Deal VOA 23 Jan 2018 -- U.S. Vice President Mike Pence reiterated Tuesday the Trump administration's view that the international deal on Iran's nuclear program should be changed, and said moving the U.S. Embassy in Israel to Jerusalem is a tangible sign of U.S. commitment.
Iran 'will not negotiate on its missile program' Press TV 22 Jan 2018 -- Iran says it will not negotiate on its missile program with European countries, reiterating that its defensive missile activities are off-limits.
During drills, Iranian forces warn off US-led coalition battleships Press TV 22 Jan 2018 -- The Iranian Army has warned off two US-led coalition battleships during the first day of military exercises involving ground, naval, and aerial forces in southern Iran.
Iranian Warplanes Warn Off '2 Coalition Vessels' - Admiral Sputnik 22 Jan 2018 -- Iran's army is holding a massive military drill in the country's south and southeastern areas, involving all military units.
Iran can set security policy for region: Iran ISNA 22 Jan 2018 -- Iranian foreign minister Mohammad Javad Zarif in a memo published by the Financial Times emphasized that Iran can set a post-Isis security policy for the region.
JCPOA breakdown to entail chaos in international relations: Lavrov ISNA 22 Jan 2018 -- The breakdown of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) on Iran's nuclear program, as well as failure on other international agreements will inevitably entail a turmoil in international affairs, Russian foreign minister Sergey Lavrov said in an interview with the Kommersant daily on Sunday.
Pence Calls Iran Nuclear Deal 'Disaster,' Warns Of U.S. Withdrawal RFE/RL 22 Jan 2018 -- U.S. Vice President Mike Pence has reiterated that the United States will "withdraw" from the Iran nuclear deal with world powers unless the agreement is "fixed."
Mike Pence Says US Will Never Allow Tehran to Develop Nuclear Weapons Sputnik 22 Jan 2018 -- The US vice president has arrived in Israel to have talks with the state leadership and deliver a speech in the country's parliament amid high tensions over President Trump's decision to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel.
Iran Moves to Lessen Revolutionary Guard Presence in Economy Sputnik 22 Jan 2018 -- Iran Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has instructed the Revolutionary Guard Corps to decrease its investment participation in the state economy, raising the possibility that some of the organization's holdings may be privatized.
Iran underscores protecting Syria territorial integrity IRNA 21 Jan 2018 -- Iran emphasizes maintaining territorial integrity of Syria and respecting the national sovereignty of the country, Foreign Ministry spokesman said.
Iran: Turkey operation must not harm Syria's sovereignty Press TV 21 Jan 2018 -- Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Baqeri says Turkish military operations in Syria's northwestern region of Afrin must not harm the Arab country's territorial integrity, independence and national sovereignty.
Army to hold Mohammad Rasoulallah drills in south Iran IRNA 21 Jan 2018 -- Iran's deputy army commander for coordination said on Sunday that military exercises code-named Mohammad Rasoulallah (PBUH) will be launched Monday in the country's south, southeast, and southern Makran regions and northern coastline of the Sea of Oman.
Iranian Army to hold joint military drills in south-eastern Iran ISNA 21 Jan 2018 -- The Army of the Islamic Republic of Iran will hold joint military drills on Monday January 22, 2018 in the operational areas of south and south-east of the country in the Makran coastal strip and Sea of Oman.
Iran Army to stage massive military drills along Makran coast: Commander Press TV 21 Jan 2018 -- Iran's Army says is planning to hold large-scale joint military exercises in a vast area along the Makran coastal strip, including the shores of the Sea of Oman, in the country's southern and southeastern regions, a senior commander says.
Tillerson To Make European Tour With Iran High On Agenda RFE/RL 21 Jan 2018 -- U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson is due to arrive in London later on January 21 on the first leg of a weeklong trip to Europe that will also take him to Paris, Warsaw, and the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
President Rouhani: Iran staying in JCPOA, as long as other parties stay in IRNA 20 Jan 2018 -- The Iran nuclear deal is very important to peace, stability and development of the region, said President Hassan Rouhani on Saturday in a meeting with the new Cypriot Ambassador in Tehran Petros Nacouzis to receive his credentials.
US withdrawal from JCPOA, big political folly: Iran's Rouhani Press TV 20 Jan 2018 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the United States would be making "a very big" political mistake if it pulls out of the 2015 multilateral agreement over Tehran's nuclear program.
Russian FM calls for saving JCPOA IRNA 19 Jan 2018 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stressed the importance of preserving the nuclear deal reached between Iran and the G5+1 (US, UK, France, Russia, China plus Germany) in 2015.
US lawmakers table bill meant to 'tighten' terms of Iran nuclear deal Press TV 19 Jan 2018 -- US lawmakers have put forward a bill at the House of Representatives, seeking to "tighten" the term of a 2015 multinational nuclear deal with Iran, despite international warnings for Washington to stop attempts to undermine the accord.
Iran nuclear deal collapse would be alarming, Russia warns Press TV 19 Jan 2018 -- The possible collapse of the 2015 Iran nuclear deal would send an "alarming" message to the world, says Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, advising signatories of the deal against abandoning it to pursue their own interests.
Lavrov Tells Security Council Iran Nuclear Failure Would Be 'Alarming' RFE/RL 18 Jan 2018 -- At the UN Security Council, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has warned that if the Iran nuclear agreement with world powers fails, it would send an "alarming" message to the international community.
UN Chief Warns Against Endangering Iran Nuclear Deal RFE/RL 18 Jan 2018 -- UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is urging nations not to damage Iran's 2015 nuclear agreement with world powers because of concerns they may have with Iran's nonnuclear military activities in the Middle East.
Iran's Protests Suppressed, But Not Forgotten RFE/RL 18 Jan 2018 -- The biggest challenge to Iran's establishment in years fizzled out after a couple of weeks of violent demonstrations, but while widespread discontent has been quieted for now, the calm won't last forever.
Iran Joins Russia In Opposing U.S. Plan To Guard Syrian Border RFE/RL 17 Jan 2018 -- Iranian President Hassan Rohani has joined Russia, Syria, and Turkey in opposing a new 30,000-strong border guard force inside Syria that the United States says is needed to keep Islamic State extremists out of the country.
Official: No single opportunity to talk missiles IRNA 17 Jan 2018 -- Head of Iran's Strategic Council on Foreign Relations Kamal Kharrazi said that Iran's missile might is totally nonnegotiable and there will be no single opportunity to talk about Iran's missiles.
Iran missile program non-negotiable: Spokesman IRNA 17 Jan 2018 -- Iran's missile defense program is non-negotiable, Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qasemi said on Wednesday.
Official: Trump exceeds limits; talks on JCPOA not to be repeated IRNA 17 Jan 2018 -- A senior Iranian official said that US President Donald Trump has exceeded his limits by calling for revision of the JCPOA as there is no doubt that talks on the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action will not be repeated under any circumstances.
China reiterates support for Iran Deal IRNA 17 Jan 2018 -- China Foreign Ministry spokesman has once again expressed support for Iran nuclear deal known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Chinese UN envoy: China will continue to support JCPOA IRNA 17 Jan 2018 -- Chinese Ambassador to the UN Wu Haitao described his country's stance on the Iran nuclear deal with six world powers ( JCPOA) as transparent, saying that his country will continue to support the international agreement.
Iran's missile defense program is no way negotiable: FM spokesman ISNA 17 Jan 2018 -- Iranian defense ministry spokesman dismissed reports on holding "intensive and very serious dialogue" on Tehran's missile defense program, emphasizing that the country's missile program is not negotiable.
US should not impose conditions or ultimatum on JCPOA ISNA 17 Jan 2018 -- Iranian President's political deputy Majid Takht-Ravanchi emphasized that Iran doesn't welcome to enter the phase of withdrawing from the nuclear deal known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Iran rejects Financial Times' claim on accepting missile talks Press TV 17 Jan 2018 -- Iran has categorically dismissed a claim by The Financial Times that it accepted to enter negotiations over its national missile program as well as its regional role during a recent meeting over the 2015 nuclear deal in Brussels.
UN chief welcomes second anniversary of 'Implementation Day' for Iran nuclear deal UN News 17 Jan 2018 -- United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on Wednesday welcomed the second anniversary of the day when Iran was confirmed to have taken a series of nuclear-related actions under the nuclear agreement reached with key countries in 2015.
Rouhani: New US plan plot against territorial integrity, security of Syria IRNA 16 Jan 2018 -- President Hassan Rouhani condemned presence of the US forces in Syria and said that the new plan of the US for Syria is contrary to the international regulations and is a plot for territorial integrity and security of Syria and the region.
President in a meeting with Syrian Parliament Speaker: ISNA 16 Jan 2018 -- The president met with the Speaker of the People's Council of Syria Hammouda Youssef Sabbagh on Tuesday and emphasized that the two countries should boost efforts to develop and strengthen close, inclusive relations between Tehran and Damascus.
US plan to set up new border force blatant interference in Syria's internal affairs: Iran ISNA 16 Jan 2018 -- Iranian foreign ministry spokesman emphasized on Tuesday that US' plan to set up a new border force in Syria is blatant interference in internal affairs of the Arab country and leads to escalation of the crisis.
Military option no solution to domestic woes: President Rouhani IRNA 16 Jan 2018 -- No country can solve its domestic problems through despatching troops to other regional countries, said President Hassan Rouhani in the 13th Conference of Parliamentary Union of the OIC members (PUIC) in Tehran on Tuesday.
Defense Minister: US to make complicated atmosphere against Iran IRNA 16 Jan 2018 -- Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami said on Tuesday that the US is to make complicated atmosphere against Iran to pursue its new approach in dealing with the country.
US new strategy seeks to create complex situation for Iran: Defense minister Press TV 16 Jan 2018 -- Iran's Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami has warned that the US is pursuing its new strategy against Iran by creating a complicated situation for the country.
Germany Conducts Raids In Iranian Spy Probe RFE/RL 16 Jan 2018 -- The federal prosecutor's office in Germany says police have conducted a series searches across the country in connection with investigations into 10 suspected Iranian spies.
AEOI: Iran serious in pursuing implementation of nuclear propellers IRNA 15 Jan 2018 -- Spokesman of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Behrouz Kamalvandi said on Monday that Iran is seriously pursuing conduct of nuclear research and implementation of nuclear propellers in line with its predefined programs.
Lavrov: Russia trying to implement Iran deal IRNA 15 Jan 2018 -- Russia is trying to implement Iran nuclear deal completely, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said on Monday.
Moscow will not back US attempt to change Iran nuclear deal: Lavrov Press TV 15 Jan 2018 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has stressed that Moscow will not back US attempts to change the 2015 nuclear deal struck between Iran and the P5+1 group of countries.
IAEA access to military sites not part of JCPOA: Nuclear spokesman Press TV 15 Jan 2018 -- The spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) has stressed that his country will never permit the inspection of Iranian military sites.
Lavrov: Trump Trying To Undermine Iran Deal RFE/RL 15 Jan 2018 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has accused U.S. President Donald Trump of trying to undermine the nuclear deal between Iran and world powers, saying Trump’s statements could lead to the cancellation of the deal.
Tehran Reiterates 'Access to Military Sites is Not Part of Nuclear Deal' Sputnik 15 Jan 2018 -- Behrouz Kamalvandi, spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran, has confirmed Tehran's adherence to the demands of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
Russia Does Not Support Trump Push to Alter Iran Nuclear Deal VOA 15 Jan 2018 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Monday that Russia does not support U.S. President Donald Trump's calls to renegotiate the international agreement limiting Iran's nuclear program.
Iran overhauls Sukhoi SU-24 IRNA 14 Jan 2018 -- Iranian Air Force overhauled a Sukhoi SU-24 on Sunday, in Shiraz, Fars province.
Iran army to boost training coop with 25 countries IRNA 14 Jan 2018 -- Military and defense attachés of 25 friendly countries met here on Sunday with the commander of the Iranian Army's College of Military Sciences Brigadier General Hossein Valivand Zamani.
Iran president: JCPOA cut global Gordian knot IRNA 14 Jan 2018 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran demonstrated that through dialogue it is possible to cut a global Gordian knot, Iran's President Hassan Rouhani said on Sunday, referring the July 2015 Iran nuclear.
Iran isolates US in nuclear deal: Senior diplomat IRNA 14 Jan 2018 -- In the last year's diplomatic war Iran could unprecedentedly separate the US from its European allies and push the US to isolation, said Iranian deputy foreign minister.
Judiciary spokesman: 25 people killed in recent street protests IRNA 14 Jan 2018 -- Judiciary spokesman Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei said on Sunday that some 400 who were arrested in recent street protests are in custody and the total number of those killed during the period stood 25.
President at closing ceremony of 9th Farabi International Award: JCPOA has achievements that can never be vanished by anybody ISNA 14 Jan 2018 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani described development possible through progress in the humanities and Islamic sciences and stressed, "A kind of science leads us to development if it considers Islamic sciences and humanities as its role model".
Trump failed to destroy Iran nuclear deal: Rouhani Press TV 14 Jan 2018 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says the administration of US President Donald Trump has failed in its attempts to kill the 2015 multilateral nuclear deal, describing this as a "victory" for the Iranian nation and the rule of law.
400 people detained, 25 killed in recent Iran riots: Judiciary spokesman Press TV 14 Jan 2018 -- The spokesman of Iran's judiciary says a total of 400 people have been detained and 25 killed during recent riots, which followed protests at the country's economic conditions in a number of Iranian cities.
Iran's President Says Trump 'Failed To Undermine' Nuclear Deal RFE/RL 14 Jan 2018 -- Iranian President Hassan Rohani says U.S. President Donald Trump and his administration have "failed to undermine" Tehran's nuclear deal with world powers and he praised the agreement as a "long-lasting victory" for Iran.
Iran Says Over 400 Protesters Still Detained, 25 People Killed RFE/RL 14 Jan 2018 -- Iran's judiciary says that about 465 people are still being detained across the country for taking part in a wave of antigovernment protests that began nearly three weeks earlier.
Rouhani: Trump's Attempt to Disrupt Iranian Nuclear Deal Failed Sputnik 14 Jan 2018 -- US President Donald Trump exerted every effort to undermine the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), but his attempts failed, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said Sunday.
UN Finds Iranian Weapons Supplied To Yemeni Rebels, Violating UN Embargo RFE/RL 13 Jan 2018 -- A United Nations panel in a new report has concluded that Iran violated a UN arms embargo by directly or indirectly providing missiles and drones to Shi'ite rebels in Yemen, backing up accusations made repeatedly by the United States.
Iran slams US anti-Iran threats IRNA 13 Jan 2018 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry in a 10-point statement on Saturday condemned US threats against Iran and also sanctioning 14 other Iranian individuals and entities.
President Rouhani orders implementation of nuclear propeller project IRNA 13 Jan 2018 -- Head of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Ali Akbar Salehi late on Friday announced President Rouhani's order for implementation of nuclear propeller project.
Iran FM: JCPOA in no way renegotiable IRNA 13 Jan 2018 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif late on Friday slammed US President Donald Trump for repeating 'tired rhetoric', reiterating that Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action is not renegotiable.
Iranian foreign ministry statement on US decision to extend waivers ISNA 13 Jan 2018 -- Iran's foreign ministry has announced that the country will commit to no obligation beyond those it has already agreed to under an international nuclear deal, amid attempts by the United States to change the terms of the 2015 accord.
Moscow sees Trump's Iran deal comments as negative: RIA Agency ISNA 13 Jan 2018 -- Moscow considers comments by U.S. President Donald Trump on the nuclear deal with Iran as "extremely negative", Russian deputy foreign minister Sergei Ryabkov said in remarks carried by RIA state news agency on Saturday.
In an exclusive interview with ISNA; Iran will not step back from its ballistic policies: Boroujerdi ISNA 13 Jan 2018 -- The chairman of the Iranian Parliament's National Security and Foreign Policy Committee Alaeddin Boroujerdi said that Iran makes decisions based on its national interests, stressing that the Islamic Republic of Iran will not step back from its policies toward ballistic capacity.
Iran FM: JCPOA in no way renegotiable ISNA 13 Jan 2018 -- Following US President Donald Trump's reluctant announcement on Iran's nuclear sanctions waiver and his warning to Europeans to fix what he called the deal's flaws, Iranian foreign minister Mohammad Javad Zarif emphasized that the deal is not renegotiable.
All parties must continue to implement JCPOA: China FM Press TV 13 Jan 2018 -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has urged all signatories to the multilateral 2015 agreement on Iran's nuclear program to continue its implementation amid US threats to withdraw from the deal.
Russia warns US against grave mistake of pulling out of Iran nuclear deal Press TV 13 Jan 2018 -- Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov has said the US would be making a grave mistake by pulling out of Iran's nuclear deal and underlined Moscow's determination to keep the landmark accord intact.
Iran will commit to nothing beyond nuclear deal: Foreign Ministry Press TV 13 Jan 2018 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry has announced that the country will commit to no obligation beyond those it has already agreed to under an international nuclear deal, amid attempts by the United States to change the terms of the 2015 accord.
Iran Reproves US Sanctions Which 'Cross All Red Lines,' Vows to Respond Sputnik 13 Jan 2018 -- Tehran has responded to the latest US sanctions over Iran's alleged human rights abuses and ballistic missile program.
Japan Warships Patrol Waters Off North Korea to Curb Fuel Smuggling Sputnik 13 Jan 2018 -- Japan's Maritime Self-Defense Force has been patrolling the waters off North Korea to warn off ships trying to smuggle fuel in breach of UN sanctions, military officials told local media Saturday.
Unpacking What Remains of Iran Sanctions VOA 13 Jan 2018 -- On Friday, President Donald Trump waived economic sanctions on Iran, the third time he's issued a sanctions waiver under a 2015 nuclear deal between Iran and major world powers.
Iran to Trump: No Changes to Nuclear Deal VOA 13 Jan 2018 -- Iran has warned Washington the nuclear deal between Tehran and major powers "is not renegotiable."
Trump waives Iran nuclear sanctions, but for last time: White House Press TV 12 Jan 2018 -- US President Donald Trump has reluctantly agreed not to reimpose nuclear sanctions on Iran, but said it would be the last time he issues such a waiver, according to the White House.
Trump Extends Sanctions Relief Under Iran Nuclear Deal, But Threatens Pullout RFE/RL 12 Jan 2018 -- U.S. President Donald Trump says he will extend sanctions relief granted to Iran under its 2015 nuclear deal with world powers, leaving the accord intact for now, but his administration targeted a high-profile Iranian for new nonnuclear sanctions.
Treasury Sanctions Individuals and Entities for Human Rights Abuses and Censorship in Iran, and Support to Sanctioned Weapons Proliferators US Treasury 12 Jan 2018 -- Today, the Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated 14 individuals and entities in connection with serious human rights abuses and censorship in Iran, and support to designated Iranian weapons proliferators.
Trump Waives Iran Nuclear Sanctions for Last Time VOA 12 Jan 2018 -- United States President Donald Trump approved new sanctions on Iran Friday, while stopping short for a third time of re-imposing harsh sanctions intended to push Tehran to give up nuclear weapons research.
Background Press Call on Iran Sanctions The White House 12 Jan 2018
Statement by the President on the Iran Nuclear Deal The White House 12 Jan 2018
French president tells Trump all must respect Iran nuclear deal Press TV 11 Jan 2018 -- French President Emmanuel Macron has told his US counterpart Donald Trump that all the signatories to the Iran nuclear deal should respect the terms of the agreement.
EU voices support for Iranian nuclear deal amid US threats Press TV 11 Jan 2018 -- European powers have reaffirmed their determination to preserve Iran's nuclear agreement against the backdrop of US efforts to undermine the landmark multinational deal.
Trump to extend Iran sanctions waivers, impose new bans: Officials Press TV 11 Jan 2018 -- US President Donald Trump is expected to extend sanctions relief for Iran as part of a 2015 nuclear deal while his administration works out a "fix" to the multi-nation accord, American officials have revealed.
Leaked Video Of Khamenei Raises Questions About Iran's Supreme Leadership RFE/RL 11 Jan 2018 -- A mid-ranking cleric, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was unexpectedly chosen as supreme leader during an emergency closed-door session of the Assembly of Experts in 1989, just days after the death of the founder of Iran's Islamic republic, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini.
Iranian Destroyer Crashes Into Jetty in Caspian Sea Sputnik 11 Jan 2018 -- Iran's Damavand destroyer has crashed into a jetty in the Caspian Sea, sustaining minor damage, the Iranian army announced on Thursday.
Trump Poised to Increase Sanctions on Iran VOA 11 Jan 2018 -- U.S. President Donald Trump will increase sanctions on Iran in the coming hours, while again stopping short of reimposing sanctions intended to push the Tehran regime to give up nuclear weapons research, according to multiple news agency reports. The president was meeting with his national security team on the Iran question late Thursday.
European Diplomats Urge Sticking With Iran Nuclear Deal VOA 11 Jan 2018 -- European Union foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini said the international agreement on Iran's nuclear program is working, and that while there are concerns about Iran's development of ballistic missiles and other activities in the Middle East, those should be dealt with as a separate issue.
Turkey to Finish Iranian Border Wall Next Spring Sputnik 11 Jan 2018 -- Turkey has finished building a wall along more than half of its 144 km border with Iran. The partition, meant to prevent illegal immigration, smuggling and militant infiltration, will be completed next spring, according to Turkish housing developer TOKI.
White House Urges Release of Political Prisoners in Iran, Including Protesters Sputnik 11 Jan 2018 -- The United States is calling on Iran to release all political prisoners, including those sent to prison for protesting in recent weeks, the White House said in a statement on Wednesday.
Iran calls for int'l cooperation to protect JCPOA IRNA 10 Jan 2018 -- Iranian foreign minister on Wednesday called for international cooperation to save the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) reached between Iran and G5+1 (the US, the UK, Russia, China and France plus Germany).
EU emphasizes JCPOA should be preserved ISNA 10 Jan 2018 -- Declining any speculation on reports over a potential US withdrawal from the nuclear deal, EU spokesperson emphasized that the nuclear deal should be preserved.
Progress being made on bill to 'fix' Iran nuclear deal: US Senator Press TV 10 Jan 2018 -- US Senate Foreign Relations Committee Chairman Bob Corker says that progress is being made with Democratic lawmakers in Congress, as well as European allies, on legislation to "fix" the Iran nuclear deal without violating its terms.
Zarif, Lavrov discuss implementation of Iran nuclear deal in Moscow Press TV 10 Jan 2018 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has lauded Russia's role in the conclusion and implementation of the Iran nuclear deal, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action.
US resolution on Iran protests unacceptable, reprehensible: Foreign Ministry Press TV 10 Jan 2018 -- Iran has strongly rejected as "unacceptable and reprehensible" a resolution passed by the US House of Representatives in support of a recent wave of violence in the country.
Iran interior minister tasked with preparing report on recent violence Press TV 10 Jan 2018 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says he has tasked the interior minister with preparing a detailed report on the recent wave of violence that hit some areas of the country.
Iran can well speed up nuclear activities, including enrichment: Official Press TV 10 Jan 2018 -- An Iranian nuclear official says Iran is capable of multiplying the pace of its nuclear activities – especially uranium enrichment – compared to the time when an international deal on its nuclear program had not yet been concluded, implying that that will happen if the United States violates the deal.
Iranian Demonstrator Says Anger Still Alive, Even If Protests Have Ebbed RFE/RL 10 Jan 2018 -- A 19-year-old participant in Iran's recent street protests says that while the wave of public demonstrations has subsided, the antiestablishment unrest in December and early January opened many Iranians' eyes and the underlying anger remains.
U.S. House Expresses Overwhelming Support For Iranian Protesters RFE/RL 10 Jan 2018 -- The U.S. House of Representatives has nearly unanimously adopted a resolution expressing support for antigovernment protesters in Iran and condemning Tehran's crackdown on the two-week-long demonstrations.
German Prosecutors Consider Charges Against Top Iranian Cleric RFE/RL 10 Jan 2018 -- Germany's federal prosecutor's office is examining whether to bring charges against a senior Iranian cleric who has been mentioned as a possible future Iranian supreme leader and who is receiving medical treatment in Germany.
Aides Said To Be Pushing Trump To Extend Iran Sanctions Waiver RFE/RL 10 Jan 2018 -- U.S. President Donald Trump's top aides are urging him to extend relief from economic sanctions for Iran, but the president remains reluctant and has not decided on his next move, U.S. media are reporting.
Iran Ready to Speed Up Uranium Enrichment If US Violates Nuclear Deal - Official Sputnik 10 Jan 2018 -- Tehran is ready to accelerate its enrichment of uranium in the event Washington violates the multilateral agreement on Iran's nuclear program, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), Vice-President of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran Behrouz Kamalvandi said Wednesday.
Germany Summons Iran Envoy To Warn Against Spying On Israel RFE/RL 10 Jan 2018 -- Germany has summoned Iran's ambassador in Berlin to warn Tehran against spying on individuals and groups with close ties to Israel, saying such acts violate German law.
Turkey Summons Russian, Iranian Envoys Over Syria Safe Zone Violation - Reports Sputnik 09 Jan 2018 -- Turkey has lodged a diplomatic protest over claims about attacks in Syria's Idlib safe zone by the Syrian army, Daily Sabah reports citing sources in Ankara's Foreign Ministry.
Army ready to foil any threat: Iranian Commander IRNA 09 Jan 2018 -- The Army is ready to thwart any type of enemy's threats, Iranian top military commander said on Tuesday.
Iran's missile capability is not threatening: defense minister ISNA 09 Jan 2018 -- Iranian defense minister emphasized that the country's missile capability didn't threaten friends, neighbors and other countries and it has defensive use to confront just with specific and planned threats and its range, altitude and its precision are defined accordingly.
Recent damage inflicted on Iran by U.S. will gain a response ISNA 09 Jan 2018 -- On the anniversary of the January 9th, 1978 uprising, thousands of people from Qom met with Ayatollah Khamenei, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, this morning January 9, 2018.
'Big Mouth Basiji' Takes Offensive In Defense Of Iranian Regime RFE/RL 09 Jan 2018 -- Iran's "Big Mouth Basiji" has never met a pro-government event he didn't like. And in the face of the biggest challenge to the regime in years, Tehran's omnipresent cheerleader has been using whatever means possible to shout out his criticism of ongoing antigovernment protests.
EU, Iranian Ministers Say Preserving Nuclear Deal On Agenda At Meeting This Week RFE/RL 09 Jan 2018 -- The foreign ministers of the European Union and Iran have said their scheduled talks in Brussels on January 11 will focus on preserving Iran's 2015 nuclear agreement with world powers, which is seen as under threat from the United States.
Lawmaker Says 3,700 Arrested In Iran, Khamenei Points Finger At U.S. RFE/RL 09 Jan 2018 -- An Iranian lawmaker says that about 3,700 people have been arrested during antigovernment protests, while Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is claiming that Tehran foiled what he called attempts by the United States and Britain to create unrest.
US, UK 'Failed' to Destabilize Iran Through Recent Protests - Supreme Leader Sputnik 09 Jan 2018 -- Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said Tuesday that the United States and the United Kingdom had "failed" to create unrest in Iran during recent mass protests in the country.
Khamenei: US Will Fail to Cause Unrest in Iran VOA 09 Jan 2018 -- Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Tuesday said the United States would "fail miserably" if it attempted to interfere in Iranian affairs.
Iranian Lawmaker: 3,700 Arrested in Anti-government Protests VOA 09 Jan 2018 -- An Iranian lawmaker says about 3,700 people have been arrested in anti-government protests across Iran, a much higher number than previously estimated.
Iran ready for all nuclear deal scenarios: Deputy FM IRNA 08 Jan 2018 -- Iran is prepared for all possible scenarios regarding the nuclear agreement, said the deputy foreign minister of Iran in the Second Tehran Security Conference on Monday.
Top commander: US' deep-rooted animosity towards Iran never ends IRNA 08 Jan 2018 -- Army Commander Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi here on Monday said the US' deep-rooted hostility towards Iranian nation never comes to an end.
Iran to give heavy response to possible withdrawal of US from JCPOA ISNA 08 Jan 2018 -- Iranian foreign ministry spokesman emphasized that the United Nations Security Council's emergency meeting that was held on the recent protests in Iran at the request of the United States was another failure for US president Donald Trump.
Iran: Cooperation with IAEA at stake if US violates JCPOA Press TV 08 Jan 2018 -- Iran's nuclear chief says the Islamic Republic may reconsider its cooperation with the UN nuclear agency in case of a US non-compliance with the landmark multilateral nuclear agreement reached between Iran and the P5+1 group of countries in 2015.
World must brace for US nuclear deal withdrawal: Deputy foreign minister Press TV 08 Jan 2018 -- A senior Iranian diplomat has warned about possible withdrawal of the United States from the landmark nuclear deal reached between Iran and the P5+1 group of countries in 2015.
US shamed itself by targeting Iran at UNSC: President Rouhani Press TV 08 Jan 2018 -- President Hassan Rouhani says the United States shamed itself by trying to target the Islamic Republic at a UN Security Council (UNSC) meeting it had called on the recent events inside Iran.
Iranian Judiciary Official Calls For 'Maximium Penalty' For Protest Leaders RFE/RL 08 Jan 2018 -- A top Iranian judiciary official has said antigovernment protest leaders should be handed the harshest possible sentences, while President Hassan Rohani suggested demonstrations were driven by opposition to his ultraconservative rivals in the ruling elite.
Death Of Protester In Detention Raises Concerns Over Fate Of Iran Detainees RFE/RL 08 Jan 2018 -- The death of a young Iranian in custody for allegedly taking part in antiestablishment protests has heightened fears of brutal official reprisals against detained protesters and other perceived dissidents following the worst street demonstrations Iran has seen in nearly a decade.
Iran Blames Unrest on US, Other Foreign Powers VOA 08 Jan 2018 -- Iran's foreign minister says recent unrest in Iran was caused by U.S. "interventionist" strategies and called them some of the nation's most serious security challenges. Mohammad Javad Zarif also alleges that foreign powers – including regional rival Saudi Arabia – stirred up unrest.
Iran Protester Dies in Custody, Sparking Memories of 2009 Abuse VOA 08 Jan 2018 -- A 22-year-old Iranian protester has died in custody, according to two Iranian lawmakers, intensifying fears of a repeat of the prisoner abuse that followed similar protests in 2009.
Iranian Revolutionary Guard Commander Reveals Real Source of Yemeni Missiles Sputnik 07 Jan 2018 -- Responding to claims that Yemeni militia missile attacks against the Saudi coalition "prove" that Iran has been supplying the Houthis with advanced weaponry, Major General Mohammad Ali Jafari, commander of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps, slammed the allegations, and explained why it was impossible for Iran to send weapons to the country.
Yemenis firing own missiles at Saudi Arabia: Iran's IRGC Press TV 07 Jan 2018 -- The chief commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has dismissed the allegations leveled by the US and its allies about the Islamic Republic's provision of missiles to Yemeni forces.
Iran Navy's 49th strike group berths in Bandar Abbas ISNA 07 Jan 2018 -- The 49th strike group of Iranian Navy has returned to Iran on Sunday after 67 days of sailing in international waters.
Tehran prosecutor calls on judges to differentiate between deceived people, riot leaders IRNA 07 Jan 2018 -- Tehran Public Prosecutor Abbas Jafari Dolatabadi said on Sunday that the judges are required to differentiate between those deceived and the leaders of the violent protests in some Iranian cities over the past week.
IRGC hails foiling enemy plots in Iran unrests IRNA 07 Jan 2018 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) in a statement on Sunday praised the 'epic made by the Iranian people' to foil the new plot by the country's enemies during the recent unrests.
Foreign hands obvious in recent Iran unrests: Majlis briefing IRNA 07 Jan 2018 -- Foreign elements have played a role in fanning the fire of recent riots in Iran, it was revealed in a briefing session in Iran's Majlis (parliament) on Sunday.
IRGC Says Iran's Antigovernment Protests 'Defeated' RFE/RL 07 Jan 2018 -- Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) says antigovernment protests that it blames on foreign instigators have been "defeated."
We Broke Down Unrest 'Created by US, UK, Israel' - Iran's Revolutionary Guard Sputnik 07 Jan 2018 -- Iran's authorities announced that the foreign-fueled unrest in the country has been thwarted, adding that the alleged orchestrators of the protests were detained.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard: People, Security Forces 'Have Broken the Chain' of Unrest VOA 07 Jan 2018 -- Iran's Revolutionary Guard (IRGC) said in a statement Sunday that the Iranian people and the country's security forces played a role in ending the recent wave of unrest that the IRGC says was fomented by foreign enemies.
CIA Director Believes DPRK Could Threaten US Cities in a Few Months Sputnik 07 Jan 2018 -- Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) Director Mike Pompeo speaking at the Face the Nation show on the CBS television network on Sunday expressed his views on perils originating from Pyongyang, Russia's alleged attempts to meddle in 2018 US elections and protests in Iran.
UNSC meeting on Iran heavy blow to US: Tehran IRNA 06 Jan 2018 -- The UN Security Council special session on Iran's recent developments was yet another heavy defeat for Donald Trump's administration, said Mahmoud Vaezi, Chief of Staff of Iran's President Office.
UNSC members highlight Iran stability IRNA 06 Jan 2018 -- All 15 members of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) stressed on the importance of peace and stability in Iran and also relieving tensions in the Middle East, Kazakh envoy said.
EU defies US attacks on Iran Deal IRNA 06 Jan 2018 -- The Friday night meeting of the UN Security Council that was held due to US' insistence turned into an arena for the Europeans to defend the Iran Nuclear Deal and the US got more isolated.
Zarif: UNSC rules out US 'blunder' meddling attempts IRNA 06 Jan 2018 -- The United Nations Security Council has dismissed US blatant attempts to intervene in internal affairs of other countries, Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Saturday.
Russia, France, China slam UNSC emergency meeting on Iran ISNA 06 Jan 2018 -- Russia has slammed an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council on Iran as "harmful and destructive".
Iran, Russia blast US manipulation of UNSC, urge focus on key issues Press TV 06 Jan 2018 -- The United Nations Security Council's emergency meeting on the recent protests in Iran at the request of the United States "discredits" the council and demonstrates how Washington "abuses" its powers as a permanent member to forward its own agenda, says Iran's envoy to the UN.
US-sought UNSC meeting on Iran backfires on Washington Press TV 06 Jan 2018 -- The UN Security Council (UNSC) finally gives into a US push for a meeting on the latest events inside Iran, but the session does not go as planned as the council's veto wielders and Washington's own allies use the debate to criticize the White House for involving the council in Iran's domestic affairs and seeking to link those issues to the 2015 multinational nuclear deal.
White House in talks with Congress on a 'fix' to stay in Iran deal: Tillerson Press TV 06 Jan 2018 -- US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson says the White House is actively working with congressional leaders to find a legislative "fix" to the Iran nuclear agreement so that the United States would remain in the multi-nation accord.
Protests For, Against Government Continue Throughout Iran RFE/RL 06 Jan 2018 -- Thousands of pro-government Iranians have rallied in cities across the country for a fourth day in a show of support for the clerical leadership, while antigovernment protests reportedly continued in at least nine cities across the country, including the capital, Tehran.
Iran Government Supporters Stage Rallies for 4th Straight Day VOA 06 Jan 2018 -- Thousands of pro-government supporters held rallies Saturday across Iran for the fourth consecutive day, one day after Iran's foreign minister said a United Nations meeting was a "blunder" by the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump.
U.S. Tells Iran At UN Security Council Emergency Session 'World Will Be Watching' RFE/RL 05 Jan 2018 -- The U.S. ambassador to the United Nations opened an emergency session of the Security Council with an impassioned plea for "brave" Iranian citizens protesting on the streets of their country, saying they are "risking their lives" to protect their human rights.
Cyberweapons Now A 'Core Tool' Of Iranian Statecraft RFE/RL 05 Jan 2018 -- A new report by the Carnegie Endowment says Iran's cyberoperations have become increasingly sophisticated and damaging to its adversaries and are now a prime policy tool for its security agencies.
In wake of violent protests in Iran, UN Security Council meets to take stock of situation UN News 05 Jan 2018 -- Even though days of anti-Government protests across Iran appear to have ebbed, a senior United Nations political official said Friday the UN will continue to monitor the situation and engage with Iranian authorities on addressing the legitimate concerns of the population through peaceful means.
'US Is Watching What You Do,' Iran Told at UN VOA 05 Jan 2018 -- The U.S. ambassador to the United Nations praised anti-government protesters in Iran at an emergency meeting Friday of the Security Council, while Russia criticized the United States for what it said was meddling in Iran's domestic affairs.
Did Iran's Hardliners Orchestrate Start of Iranian Protests? VOA 05 Jan 2018 -- Iranian authorities have accused the West and the country's regional enemies of fomenting the street protests that have roiled Iran for a week, but reformists question whether some of their domestic conservative foes had a hand in orchestrating the demonstrations in the first place – suspecting they did so to weaken the government of President Hassan Rouhani.
Turkish Banker Conviction Threatens US-Turkey Ties VOA 04 Jan 2018 -- Ankara has slammed the conviction in the U.S. of a Turkish banker for violating U.S. sanctions on Iran.
On the Continuing Protests in Iran US Dept. of State 04 Jan 2018
Treasury Sanctions Iranian Entities US Treasury 04 Jan 2018 -- Today, the Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned five Iran-based entities subordinate to a key element of Iran's ballistic missile program. Shahid Kharrazi Industries, Shahid Sanikhani Industries, Shahid Moghaddam Industries, Shahid Eslami Research Center, and Shahid Shustari Industries are being designated pursuant to Executive Order (E.O.) 13382 for being owned or controlled by Iran's Shahid Bakeri Industrial Group (SBIG).
US Sanctions 5 Entities Tied to Iran Missile Program VOA 04 Jan 2018 -- The U.S. Treasury placed sanctions Thursday on five Iranian-based entities either owned or controlled by the company responsible for developing and producing Iran's solid-propellant ballistic missiles.
Iran Deploys Thousands of Security Forces Against Protesters, Shows Restraint VOA 04 Jan 2018 -- The Iranian government has taken a lesson from the Arab Spring in responding to the worst anti-government protests the country has seen in nearly a decade.
Iranian demonstrators condemn violence, support Islamic Republic in several cities Press TV 04 Jan 2018 -- Millions of Iranians have staged fresh nationwide demonstrations to renew their support for the Islamic establishment and denounce the recent wave of deadly unrest that hit some areas in the country.
Iran Protests Enter Second Week As Diplomatic Battle Heats Up RFE/RL 04 Jan 2018 -- The United States has stepped up its vocal support for protesters in Iran, although Western news agencies reported an apparent lull in demonstrations amid a heavy police presence on the streets of the capital, Tehran.
Iran's IRGC, Allies Enlist Public, And Twitter, To Chase Suspected Protesters RFE/RL 04 Jan 2018 -- Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) has sparked anger by using media proxies to crowdsource the identification and reporting to authorities of individuals photographed at antiestablishment protests, including indirectly through social media like Twitter.
U.S. Sanctions Five Iranian Companies For Involvement In Ballistic-Missile Program RFE/RL 04 Jan 2018 -- The United States has imposed sanctions on five Iranian companies it says are involved in Tehran's illegal ballistic-missile program.
Pence Says U.S. Is 'Natural Ally' For Iranians Seeking Freedom RFE/RL 04 Jan 2018 -- U.S. Vice President Mike Pence is calling on young Iranians involved in street protests against the government in Tehran to view the United States as a "natural ally" in their quest for freedom and democracy.
Iranian Top Prosecutor Accuses US, Israel and Saudi Arabia of Staging Protests Sputnik 04 Jan 2018 -- Despite the protests officially ending on Thursday, tensions around Iran have only been increasing. Saudi Arabia "bore all costs" for an alleged plot of the CIA and Mossad, according to Tehran.
US Has Enough Authority to Hold Iran Accountable for Crackdown on Protests - DoS Sputnik 04 Jan 2018 -- The United States has abundant means to hold Iran accountable for any violence against demonstrators, State Department spokesperson Heather Nauert said in a press release on Thursday.
Rouhani in a phone call with French counterpart: ISNA 03 Jan 2018 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani described bilateral, regional and international cooperation and relations between Iran and France as contributing to development of peace, stability and security in the region and stressed the need to further deepen Tehran-Paris ties.
Iranians hold nationwide rallies to denounce riots, back Islamic establishment Press TV 03 Jan 2018 -- Iranians from all walks of life have taken to the streets of several cities to renew their allegiance to the Islamic establishment and condemn the recent wave of deadly violence in some areas.
Enemies target Iran due to its resistance, support for oppressed: IRGC chief Press TV 03 Jan 2018 -- The chief commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says enemies have been struggling to pose cultural and economic threats to the Islamic Republic, which has stood up to their hegemonic moves.
Pro-Government Supporters Take To Iran's Streets In Wake Of Antigovernment Protests RFE/RL 03 Jan 2018 -- Tens of thousands of Iranians have rallied in support of the government in several cities following several days of protests and deadly clashes between demonstrators and security forces that have left at least 22 dead.
U.S. Says New Iran Sanctions Being Considered; Trump Offers 'Support' At 'Appropriate Time' RFE/RL 03 Jan 2018 -- A senior U.S. administration official says the United States is considering imposing new sanctions on Iran over its crackdown on antigovernment protests, which have led to clashes between demonstrators and security forces and left at least 22 people dead.
The Hard-Liner Tehran Blames For Igniting Iran's Protest Anger RFE/RL 03 Jan 2018 -- Once he decided to publicly address the antiestablishment unrest that's been roiling Iran since late last month, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on January 2 blamed foreign "enemies."
Hundreds of Iranians Take Part in Demonstrations Against Violence - Reports Sputnik 03 Jan 2018 -- Several hundred people on Wednesday took to the streets of a number of Iranian cities to protest against outbreaks of violence during anti-government demonstrations that hit the country, local media reported.
Amid wave of protests in Iran, UN rights chief urges impartial probe into all acts of violence UN News 03 Jan 2018 -- The top United Nations human rights official on Wednesday urged the Iranian authorities to handle the protests that have taken place around the country "with great care" so as not to further inflame violence and unrest.
Trump Vows New Support for Iranian People VOA 03 Jan 2018 -- U.S. President Donald Trump promised new support for the Iranian people Wednesday, even as Iran's state media reported that tens of thousands of pro-government demonstrators staged rallies across the country after days of anti-government protests.
VP Pence Vows US Solidarity With Iranian Protesters VOA 03 Jan 2018 -- U.S. Vice President Mike Pence has vowed the United States will stand with Iranian anti-government protesters for the long haul, and he said President Donald Trump stands ready to back the uprising with more than just words.
One Difference Between 2009 vs 2018 Iran Protests? 48 Million Smartphones VOA 03 Jan 2018 -- In 2009, the world watched as Iranians marching in the streets turned to social media sites like Twitter and Facebook to organize and share information.
How Iran Protests Play into Middle East Power Struggles VOA 03 Jan 2018 -- "Part of me is feeling hope," said Arash Azizi, a New York University researcher, far from his home in Iran. "We see the rising up of the downtrodden."
Turkish Banker Convicted of Laundering Iran-Turkey Deals Through US Banks VOA 03 Jan 2018 -- A Turkish banker has been convicted in a U.S. court for participating in a billion-dollar plot to evade U.S. sanctions against Iran.
Trump Praises Iranian Protesters, Assails 'Brutal and Corrupt' Regime VOA 02 Jan 2018 -- U.S. President Donald Trump praised Iranian protesters Tuesday, saying they were "finally acting against the brutal and corrupt" regime in Tehran, even as Iran's supreme leader accused the government's enemies of stirring the violent anti-government demonstrations.
Iranian Leaders Divided Over Protests VOA 02 Jan 2018 -- Iran's leaders appear to be divided about the reasons behind the anti-government protests roiling the country, who the demonstrators are and how to curtail the unrest - the most significant challenge to Iran's clerical leadership since 2009, when authorities resorted to a nationwide crackdown to crush the pro-democracy "green movement."
Iran's Supreme Leader Accuses Nation's 'Enemies' of Stirring Unrest VOA 02 Jan 2018 -- Iran's Supreme Leader on Tuesday accused enemies of the Islamic Republic of stirring the violent anti-government protests that began late last week.
IRGC denounces Washington, US regional allies' support for Iran rioters IRNA 02 Jan 2018 -- The spokesman of Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Second Brigadier General Ramezan Sharif denounced the 'overt and covert support of the US, Zionist regime and the Saudi's' for the rioters in Iran.
Iran calm in most parts: Security official IRNA 02 Jan 2018 -- Most parts of Iran are calm and with cooperation of the police and people other points will be calm as well, said deputy interior minister.
Iran recognizes right to protest under Constitution: Govt Spox IRNA 02 Jan 2018 -- Iranian government recognizes the people's right to protest within the framework of citizens' rights and the Constitution, spokesman for the government said here on Tuesday.
Iran Intelligence forces arrest agitators behind recent riots IRNA 02 Jan 2018 -- Iran intelligence forces have busted some of the elements involved in recent riots in Iranian cities, said Intelligence Ministry Public Relations Office in a statement.
Trump must stop interfering in Iran's internal affairs: Qassemi Press TV 02 Jan 2018 -- Iran has denounced US President Donald Trump's "insulting" tweets about the recent protests against economic conditions in a number of Iranian cities, urging him to avoid interfering in the Islamic Republic's internal affairs.
Unrest in Iranian cities will soon end : Deputy interior minister Press TV 02 Jan 2018 -- Iran's deputy interior minister for security says the situation in most of the country has now returned to normal, vowing that the latest wave of unrest will soon come to an end.
Over a dozen people killed in violence in Iranian cities Press TV 02 Jan 2018 -- More than a dozen people have been killed in the violence that has followed a series of peaceful demonstrations against economic woes in a number of Iranian cities.
Recent riots result of foreign proxy war against Iran: Shamkhani Press TV 02 Jan 2018 -- Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Shamkhani has said certain countries are waging a "proxy war" against the Islamic Republic via social media and the internet.
Iran security, stability depend on own people: FM Zarif Press TV 02 Jan 2018 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the Islamic Republic's security and stability depend on its own people, adding that "infiltrators" will not be permitted to violate the rights of the Iranians.
Trump again expresses support for rioters in Iran Press TV 02 Jan 2018 -- US President Donald Trump has again expressed his support for rioters in Iran, saying they are finally taking action against the country's government.
Iran's Supreme Leader Blames 'Enemies' As Protest Death Toll Jumps RFE/RL 02 Jan 2018 -- Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has accused the country's "enemies" of fomenting violent antigovernment demonstrations that have killed at least 22 people, including a police officer, in the biggest challenge to authorities in almost a decade.
'Enemies Of Iran': Khamenei Offers No Olive Branch, Toughens Line On Protests RFE/RL 02 Jan 2018 -- Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has broken five days of silence as antiestablishment protests raged in Iran by publicly stiffening the official line from that offered by the country's president a day earlier.
Who Are The Protesters In Iran? RFE/RL 02 Jan 2018 -- Days after deadly antigovernment rallies erupted in Iran, it is still difficult to pinpoint just who the protesters are and what, exactly, they want.
Iran Says US, Britain, Saudis Behind Current Unrest Sputnik 02 Jan 2018 -- Iran is claiming that the ongoing protests inside the country are as part of a "hybrid war" being waged by several foreign countries against it, Iranian media has reported, citing the deputy head of the country's Supreme National Security Council.
Iran defense minister urges order, law in addressing people's demands IRNA 01 Jan 2018 -- Iran's Defense Minister, reacting to the recent incidents in the country, said that people's demands could be met under peace, security and order in the framework of the law.
Rouhani slams Trump's "meddlesome" remarks over Iran's protests People's Daily 01 Jan 2018 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani on Sunday criticized U.S. President Donald Trump for sympathizing the Iranian anti-government protesters, local media reported.
Five people killed during Sunday riots in Hamadan, Khuzestan: Iranian officials Press TV 01 Jan 2018 -- Iranian officials say that a total of five people were killed during riots following protest rallies held in the country's western province of Hamadan and southern province of Khuzestan on Sunday.
Iran Intelligence Ministry nabs several agents behind riots Press TV 01 Jan 2018 -- Iran's Intelligence Ministry says it has identified and arrested some of the agents behind riots, which followed the recent protests against economic conditions in a number of Iranian cities in recent days.
Iranian people will deal with rioters, lawbreakers: President Rouhani Press TV 01 Jan 2018 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says the Iranian people will deal with a "small and minority group" of rioters and lawbreakers exploiting the protests against economic conditions in a number of Iranian cities in recent days.
Rohani Sees Opportunity As Death Toll In Iran's Upheaval Rises RFE/RL 01 Jan 2018 -- President Hassan Rohani says unrest that has left at least a dozen antigovernment protesters dead could be a chance to address problems plaguing Iran amid the biggest challenge to the authorities since violent demonstrations erupted after a disputed election handed Mahmud Ahmadinejad a second presidential term in 2009.
Protests in Iran Continue as Tehran Urges People to Calm Down Sputnik 01 Jan 2018 -- New protests continue to erupt across Iran, even as the country's president urged the citizens to calm down and to express their criticism without resorting to violence.
Iran State TV: 12 Dead in Iran Protests VOA 01 Jan 2018 -- Iranian state television says 12 people were killed overnight during anti-government protests, with President Hassan Rouhani vowing security forces would "respond to rioters and lawbreakers."
Amid Iran Protests, Trump Faces Decision on Sanctions VOA 01 Jan 2018 -- U.S. President Donald Trump, who has been quick and forceful in his support for Iranian anti-government protests, will have a chance later this month to further step up pressure on Tehran.
Iranian Protests Prompt Different Western Responses VOA 01 Jan 2018 -- Should Western leaders be offering loud rhetorical support for Iran's anti-government protesters?

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