June 2018 - Iran Special Weapons News

Trump Allies Tell Paris Rally 'End Of Regime' Near In Iran RFE/RL 30 Jun 2018 -- Close allies of U.S. President Donald Trump have told a "Free Iran" rally in Paris that the end of the Iranian regime is near and that sanctions against the country will be "greater, greater, and greater."
Iran Still Awaits for EU Proposals on Preserving Nuclear Deal - Tehran Sputnik 20 Jun 2018 -- Tehran has not received yet a package of proposals from the European Union designed to keep the 2015 Iran nuclear deal in force after the US withdrawal, the Iranian Foreign Ministry said Saturday in a statement.
EU yet to deliver package of proposals to save JCPOA: Iran Press TV 30 Jun 2018 -- Iran has dismissed media reports about having received a package of proposals from the European Union to save a multilateral nuclear agreement between Tehran and the P5+1 group of countries from which the US has withdrawn, saying the Europeans are holding their final discussions in this regard.
US desperately seeks to divide Iranians: Ayatollah Khamenei Press TV 30 Jun 2018 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the US is exerting economic pressure on Iran in a bid to turn the people against the government but such efforts are futile.
FATF extends Iran sanctions waiver but sets deadline Press TV 30 Jun 2018 -- The world's financial watchdog has extended a waiver for punitive measures against Iran but set a deadline of October for the country to adopt financial reforms or face consequences.
Turkey vows to keep Iran ties despite US pressures Press TV 29 Jun 2018 -- Turkey says it remains determined to maintain trade ties with Iran in an apparent defiance against a purported plan by the US to urge all nations to cut imports of Iranian oil from November.
If Iran oil exports hit 4 mbd, sanctions would be impossible IRNA 29 Jun 2018 -- Petroleum Minister Bijan Zangeneh said on Friday that if delays were not caused in ministry's activities to conclude five other deals with Total to raise Iran's oil exports to 4 mbd, the US would not be able to impose sanctions on its crude.
US wrong policies, interference to blame for terror spread: Iran Press TV 29 Jun 2018 -- Iran has hit back at US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo over his latest meddlesome comments about the Islamic Republic's role in the Middle East, saying Washington's "illegitimate interference and wrong policies" are the root cause of the expansion of terrorism and insecurity in the region.
Israel Holds Iran Missile Strike Simulations at its Nuclear Reactors – Reports Sputnik 28 Jun 2018 -- The Israel Atomic Energy Commission (IAEC) has been working to boost security of the Dimona and Nahal Sorek nuclear reactors against possible missile strikes from Iran and Lebanon-based Hezbollah, Haaretz reported.
UN Security Council members call for JCPOA full implementation IRNA 28 Jun 2018 -- Nearly all members of the United Nations Security Council called for full implementation of the July 2015 nuclear deal, Iran's ambassador and permanent representative to the UN said here on Wednesday afternoon.
Iran: US must be held accountable for withdrawal from JCPOA IRNA 28 Jun 2018 -- The United States must be held accountable for the consequences of its reckless and wrongful act of withdrawing from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) reached between Iran and G5+1 (US, UK, France, Russia, China plus Germany) in 2015.
Iran, Russia rap UN for failing to mention US violations in report on JCPOA Press TV 28 Jun 2018 -- Iran and Russia have sharply criticized the UN Secretariat for failing to address the US's brazen violations of international law and bringing up, instead, irrelevant issues in its latest assessment of the situation surrounding the 2015 nuclear deal following Washington's withdrawal.
Turkey Says It Won't Honor U.S. Demand To Stop Buying Iran's Oil RFE/RL 28 Jun 2018 -- Turkey has said that it does not plan to honor a U.S. call for countries to stop importing oil from Iran, calling the demand "not binding" on Ankara.
Tehran, Washington Trade Blame For Iran's Deepening Economic Woes RFE/RL 28 Jun 2018 -- Iranian President Hassan Rohani in a fiery speech has blamed Washington for the country's deepening economic problem, while nearly two-thirds of Iran's legislators issued a letter demanding that he change his own economic management team.
Washington Pushes UN to Punish Iran for 'Malign Behavior' Sputnik 28 Jun 2018 -- The United States wants to work with the UN Security Council on sanctions against Iran, who it suspects of "malign" actions in the region, the US deputy envoy said.
UN chief: Resolution 2231 calls for full implementation of JCPOA IRNA 27 Jun 2018 -- United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres deplored US withdrawal from Iran nuclear deal, saying that Resolution 2231 orders full implementation of the deal by the all the parties and its support by regional and international institutions.
Rouhani says Iran will not submit to US pressure, will maintain dignity Press TV 27 Jun 2018 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the Islamic Republic will never yield to US pressure and demands following Washington's withdrawal from the 2015 nuclear deal.
Turkey rejects US ban on Iran oil purchases Press TV 27 Jun 2018 -- Turkey says Washington's demand to stop purchasing oil from Iran will not be binding for Ankara, stressing that it would only respect measures announced by the United Nations toward its eastern neighbor.
Iran launches UF6 production facility to increase uranium enrichment capacity Press TV 27 Jun 2018 -- Iran has launched a UF6 production plant as part of preparations ordered by Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei to increase uranium enrichment capacity.
Supreme Leader Speaks On Iran Protests; Pompeo Blasts 'Corrupt Regime' RFE/RL 27 Jun 2018 -- Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has called on the country's judiciary to take steps to ensure the security of people's "businesses and lives" amid protests in the capital that were triggered by economic woes.
Recent Protests in Iran US Dept. of State 27 Jun 2018
Top UN political official updates Security Council on Iran nuclear deal UN News 27 Jun 2018 -- Notwithstanding "the continued adherence by Iran" to its nuclear-related commitments under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), the agreement is "at a crossroads" the United Nations top political official said on Wednesday.
UN: Iran Nuclear Deal at 'Crossroads' VOA 27 Jun 2018 -- The U.N.'s political chief said Wednesday that the Iran nuclear deal was at a "crossroads" after the U.S. withdrawal last month from the international agreement.
Khamenei Orders Crackdown After Tehran's Biggest Protests in Years VOA 27 Jun 2018 -- Iran's supreme leader has called on his judiciary to confront anti-government protesters after they staged the biggest strikes and street demonstrations in the capital Tehran in years.
IRGC foils Takfiri terrorists' infiltration plot in SE Iran Press TV 26 Jun 2018 -- The Quds Force of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has killed three members of a terrorist group during clashes in the country's southeastern border with Pakistan.
EU requests for US waivers on Iran trade 'unanswered' Press TV 26 Jun 2018 -- France says a joint request by Europe's three largest economies from the US to exempt their companies from sanctions for doing business with Iran has gone unanswered.
U.S. Warns Countries To Halt Iranian Oil Imports By November RFE/RL 26 Jun 2018 -- The United States is pushing countries to halt Iranian oil imports from early November, a senior State Department official said on June 26, warning that Washington will not grant any sanction waivers.
Senior State Department Official On U.S. Efforts to Discuss the Re-imposition of Sanctions on Iran With Partners Around The World US Dept. of State 26 Jun 2018 -- Special Briefing by Senior State Department Official
US to World Companies: Cut Iran Oil Imports or Face Sanctions VOA 26 Jun 2018 -- A senior State Department official has told reporters the United States expects companies all over the world to cut their crude oil imports from Iran to zero by November 4 or face U.S. sanctions.
Iran says ready to upgrade enrichment to industrial level IRNA 25 Jun 2018 -- A senior Iranian nuclear official said on Monday that the country is ready to increase enrichment to the industrial level.
Zarif Warns Collapse Of Nuclear Deal 'Dangerous' For Iran RFE/RL 25 Jun 2018 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has told domestic entrepreneurs that the collapse of the 2015 nuclear deal would have "very dangerous consequences" for the country.
US bent on destroying nuclear deal: Iran FM Press TV 24 Jun 2018 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the United States is determined to destroy a key 2015 nuclear agreement signed between Tehran and the P5+1 group of countries in a bid to force Iran to walk away from the deal.
Senior Iranian Commander Killed in Syria - Reports Sputnik 24 Jun 2018 -- Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps announced Saturday that one of its commanders died earlier on Friday in a fight against Daesh gunmen in the northeastern part of Syria.
Iran staying in nuclear deal depends on Europe actions IRNA 23 Jun 2018 -- Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for political affairs Abbas Araqchi said on Friday that the question of Iran staying in the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) depends on the measures to be taken by European countries, Russia and China.
Iran expects Europe's package to save nuclear deal by end of June: Araqchi Press TV 23 Jun 2018 -- A senior Iranian nuclear negotiator says the Islamic Republic expects the European Union to put forward by the end of June its package of proposals to save a multilateral nuclear agreement between Tehran and the P5+1 group of countries from which the US has withdrawn.
Pompeo: Iran to Face 'Wrath of Entire World' if it Pursues Nukes Sputnik 23 Jun 2018 -- The top US diplomat stressed that this warning had have nothing to do with military action, but would rather include a public thumbs-down and economic countermeasures. The statement comes amid Iran's growing impatience over the future of the landmark Iran nuclear deal.
'Dreadful' future awaits world if nuclear deal collapses: Iran's Salehi Press TV 22 Jun 2018 -- Iran's nuclear chief says the Middle East and the entire world will face a "dreadful" future if a 2015 multilateral nuclear agreement Tehran signed with the P5+1 group of countries falls apart.
Nuclear deal in 'intensive care unit: Iranian official Press TV 22 Jun 2018 -- Iran has warned of pulling out of the 2015 nuclear deal in the coming weeks, saying the landmark multinational agreement is now in the "intensive care unit."
Iran deputy FM: Sanctions, JCPOA not to go together IRNA 21 Jun 2018 -- Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on Thursday that sanctions and JCPOA – Iran nuclear deal – cannot go together.
Iran will not hold negotiations with US as 'rogue' state: Zarif Press TV 21 Jun 2018 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the US is turning into a "rogue state" by repeatedly violating international law, adding that Iran will not negotiate with a country that fails to keep its word and moves to sabotage one multilateral agreement after another.
Merkel Calls On Europe To Counter Iran's 'Aggressive Tendencies' RFE/RL 21 Jun 2018 -- German Chancellor Angela Merkel has called on Europe to "urgently" take measures to counter Iran's "aggressive" activities in the Middle East.
Khamenei Slams U.S. For Separating Immigrant Children From Parents RFE/RL 21 Jun 2018 -- Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has severely criticized the United States for a policy of separating children from immigrant parents who try to cross illegally into the United States from Mexico.
Iran Signals Possible Compromise With Plan To Raise Oil Output RFE/RL 20 Jun 2018 -- Iran has suggested it could be open to a compromise on a small rise in OPEC oil output after earlier rejecting a plan by Russia and Saudi Arabia to increase production in response to consumer concerns over rising prices.
Preserving JCPOA key to global security: UN chief Press TV 20 Jun 2018 -- United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres has underlined the need for keeping the 2015 Iran nuclear deal in place despite the US's withdrawal, saying the multinational accord is key to ensuring global security.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards Chief Rejects Plea For Direct Talks With U.S. RFE/RL 20 Jun 2018 -- The head of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps has rejected a plea from Iranian activists to broach talks with the United States to resolve longtime differences, saying they have "sided with the U.S., the enemy of the people."
Iran will remain on Syria side in post-war reconstruction: VP Press TV 19 Jun 2018 -- Iranian First Vice President Es'haq Jahangiri says the Islamic Republic will stand by Syria in the reconstruction plans of the war-stricken country.
Iran completes full space technology cycle IRNA 19 Jun 2018 -- Iran has managed to complete the full cycle of space technology, according to head of the Iranian Space Agency.
Minister: French firms 'won't be able to stay' in Iran Press TV 19 Jun 2018 -- France's finance minister says Europe has to build independent financial institutions immunized from US penalties which are making business in Iran impossible for European companies.
Most French Companies 'Won't be Able to Stay' in Iran - Minister Sputnik 19 Jun 2018 -- As EU officials have sought to bypass potential secondary sanctions by the United States over the past month, France's Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire stated Tuesday that the lion's share of French firms "will not be able to stay" in Iran.
Iran president rules out military approach to Yemen crisis Press TV 18 Jun 2018 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says a military approach will fail to resolve the Yemeni crisis, stressing the importance of restoring stability and security to the war-ravaged country and the entire Middle East through political channels.
Iran nuclear chief vows full protection of national interests at Oslo Forum Press TV 18 Jun 2018 -- The Iranian nuclear chief says he will defend the country's national interests "in the best way" during the upcoming Oslo Forum.
Former Israeli spy chief: Iran's energy sector, 'next 9/11 in cyber' Press TV 18 Jun 2018 -- Former chief of an Israeli spy service unit has said that the first cyber target in any future conflict with Iran should be its energy infrastructure.
Israeli Ex-Spy Chief Names Main Target in Possible Cyber War With Iran - Reports Sputnik 18 Jun 2018 -- During his appearance at a major cyber conference, a former top Israeli intelligence official claimed that the energy sector will witness "the next 9/11 in cyber" if a conflict between Tel Aviv and Tehran breaks out.
Israeli Ex-Energy Minister Arrested on Suspicion of Spying for Iran - Police Sputnik 18 Jun 2018 -- Israeli former minister of energy and infrastructure, Gonen Segev, who is also a member of parliament, has been arrested on suspicion of espionage activities on behalf of the Iranian intelligence services, the Israeli police said on Monday.
No country allowed to use Incirlik Air Base against Iran: Turkish PM IRNA 17 Jun 2018 -- Turkish Prime Minister Binali Yıldırım said that no country will be allowed to use Incirlik Air Base against Iran.
Dialogue, cooperation key to preserve JCPOA: China's FM ISNA 17 Jun 2018 -- "Dialogue and cooperation are the key for preserving Iran's nuclear deal, not sanctions," Chinese Foreign Minister, Wang Yi said in a joint press conference with his Turkish counterpart, Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu.
Dialog, cooperation key to maintaining Iran nuclear deal: China FM Press TV 16 Jun 2018 -- China's State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi says dialog and cooperation are key to maintaining a multilateral nuclear agreement signed between Iran and the P5+1 group of countries in 2015.
UN Determines Iran Made Missile Parts Fired At Saudis From Yemen RFE/RL 15 Jun 2018 -- The United Nations has determined that debris from five ballistic missiles launched from Yemen into Saudi Arabia since July contained components manufactured in Iran and shared key design features with an Iranian missile, a new report says.
EU, China continue cooperation on Iran nuke deal: EU spokesperson People's Daily 15 Jun 2018 -- The European Union appreciates China's continued and active participation in the Iran nuclear deal, and the two parties are working to cooperate and to preserve economic relations with Iran, an EU spokesperson told Xinhua via email on Thursday.
World must withstand White House bullying: Iran president Press TV 15 Jun 2018 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani stresses the importance of boosting unity and trust, saying all countries must withstand the White House officials' bullying.
Iran Rebukes Canadian Move to Label Revolutionary Guard 'Terrorists' VOA 14 Jun 2018 -- Iran Foreign Affairs Minister Mohammed Javad Zarif says an effort in Canada's Parliament to brand Iran's Islamist Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) "terrorists" is regrettable.
Iran rejects military solution in Yemen IRNA 14 Jun 2018 -- Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qasemi on Thursday strongly condemned Saudi attacks on Al Hudaydah in Yemen, saying the crisis in the country has no military solution.
Iran condemns UAE-led assault against key Yemeni port city Press TV 14 Jun 2018 -- Iran has sharply condemned an Emirati-led military assault against the Yemeni port city of Hudaydah, the main conduit for relief aid delivery to the war-ravaged country, ruling out any military solution to the crisis there.
Assad Says He Needs Iranian, Hizballah Forces To Stay In Syria RFE/RL 14 Jun 2018 -- Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has said he needs the assistance of Iranian and Hizballah forces in Syria and they will stay for as long as they deem necessary.
Iran blames Trump policies for high oil prices Press TV 13 Jun 2018 -- Iran says the hostile policies of US President Donald Trump are to blame for the rising prices of crude oil in international markets, rejecting his Wednesday attack against the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) for the current supply situation.
Iran to start constructing re-designed Arak heavy reactor soon: AEOI Press TV 13 Jun 2018 -- The spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says the country will soon start re-building the Arak heavy water reactor once China finishes examining the last phase of the re-designing process.
Iran warns Iraq's Kurdistan after border terror attempts Press TV 13 Jun 2018 -- Tehran has officially protested to the Iraqi Kurdistan's authorities following a number of unsuccessful attempts by terror groups based in the semi-autonomous region to break into neighboring Iran.
Iran Might Start Building Nuclear Reactor in Arak in 2-3 Months - Reports Sputnik 13 Jun 2018 -- Tehran has completed the planning stage of a project for a new nuclear reactor in Arak and could proceed with construction in 2-3 months, Tasnim News Agency reported, citing representative of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization Behrouz Kamalundi.
Rouhani: Action Needed to Save Nuclear Deal VOA 13 Jun 2018 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says it will be difficult for Tehran to stay in the 2015 nuclear accord it signed with world powers if it cannot benefit from the agreement.
Mogherini: EU committed to full implementation of JCPOA IRNA 12 Jun 2018 -- EU foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini says the European Union will remain committed to the continued and full implementation of the Iran nuclear deal, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Iran will quit nuclear deal if it does not benefit from it: President Rouhani Press TV 12 Jun 2018 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the Islamic Republic will quit the multilateral nuclear agreement Tehran signed with major world powers in 2015 if it does not benefit from the deal after the US pullout.
Iran taking steps to facilitate investments after US nuclear deal pullout: Larijani Press TV 12 Jun 2018 -- Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani says the Islamic Republic has taken steps to facilitate investments in the country after the United States' move to withdraw from a landmark nuclear agreement signed between Iran and the P5+1 group of countries in 2015.
President in a meeting with his Chinese counterpart: Beijing has key role in JCPOA's firmness, signatories' commitment ISNA 11 Jun 2018 -- Presidents of the Islamic Republic of Iran and the People's Republic of China stressed that the two governments are determined to continue strategic cooperation in all fields and they are determined to further deepen these relations.
US unilateralism, serious threat to international security: Iran Press TV 11 Jun 2018 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi says unilateral measures by the United States pose a serious threat to international peace and security.
Iran says 'not optimistic' about Kim-Trump summit, urges North Korea to be vigilant Press TV 11 Jun 2018 -- Iran says it is not optimistic about the prospects of a planned summit between the US and North Korean leaders, advising Pyongyang to practice vigilance in dealing with Washington.
Iran to North Korea: Don't Trust 'Deal-Breaker-in-Chief' Trump Sputnik 11 Jun 2018 -- North Korean Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un should know that the US has a history of "quitting treaties and violating their commitments" before trusting Washington, Iran's Foreign Ministry said Monday.
Iran urges NKorea's vigilance in talks with US IRNA 11 Jun 2018 -- Iran Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qasemi on Monday advised North Korean leaders to 'exercise complete vigilance' in their negotiations with the United States.
Putin says Russia after 'strict implementation of JCPOA' IRNA 10 Jun 2018 -- Russian president announced on Sunday that Moscow 'stands for a consistent, strict implementation of the JCPOA, and Moscow will continue to follow all its commitments.'
AEOI: Bushehr nuclear plant generates 1000 MW IRNA 10 Jun 2018 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Ali-Akbar Salehi said on Sunday that Bushehr nuclear power plant generates 1000 megawatt annually.
Iran, China discuss JCPOA, all-out relations on SCO sidelines Press TV 10 Jun 2018 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani has conferred with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on a multilateral nuclear agreement Tehran signed with the P5+1 group of countries in 2015 and mutual relations, particularly in economic and trade sectors.
Putin Warns U.S. Withdrawal From Iranian Deal Could 'Destabilize' Region RFE/RL 10 Jun 2018 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin has criticized the withdrawal of the United States from the Iranian nuclear deal, saying the decision could "destabilize" the MIddle East.
Iran president underlines Russia's key role in nuclear deal survival as Putin stresses support Press TV 09 Jun 2018 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says Russia plays a key role in maintaining the nuclear deal Tehran signed with major world powers in 2015 after US withdrawal from the agreement.
No prospect for talks with US on new deal: Iran Press TV 08 Jun 2018 -- Iran has vehemently ruled out the possibility of holding talks with the United States on a new agreement, urging Washington to stop its rhetoric of threat in addressing the civilized and great Iranian people and use the language of wisdom and respect instead.
Macron to Trump: Don't push Iran to leave nuclear deal Press TV 08 Jun 2018 -- French President Emmanuel Macron has called on the US not to push Iran to leave the 2015 nuclear deal as he urged world leaders to stand up to the threat of a new US "hegemony".
Iran to sue Boeing for unilateral cancellation of deal Press TV 08 Jun 2018 -- Tehran will sue Boeing at international tribunals after the US planemaker said it will not deliver aircraft to Iran in light of American sanctions, an Iranian lawmaker says.
US Reportedly Sought Saudi Backing Before Trump Quit Iran Nuke Deal Sputnik 08 Jun 2018 -- Shortly before US President Donald Trump announced his decision to withdraw his country from the Iran nuclear deal, the White House reportedly attempted to ensure that Saudi Arabia would help maintain oil prices at a stable level.
Iran Urges World To Resist U.S. 'Bullying,' Compensate Iran's Losses RFE/RL 08 Jun 2018 -- Iran's top diplomat is asking world powers that remain committed to its 2015 nuclear deal to resist what he called U.S. "bullying tactics" and ensure that Iran is compensated for economic losses that result from U.S. withdrawal from the agreement.
Iran Prepares to Resume Nuclear Enrichment Activity VOA 06 Jun 2018 -- Iran has informed the International Atomic Energy Agency it will resume testing of a new generation of nuclear centrifuges Wednesday.
JCPOA parties must guarantee Iran will be compensated after US exit: Zarif Press TV 07 Jun 2018 -- The Iranian foreign minister has written a letter to his counterparts on the unlawful withdrawal of the US from the 2015 nuclear deal, saying that for the accord to stay alive, the remaining signatories need to guarantee that Iran will be "unconditionally" compensated with the return of American sanctions.
Remaining signatories to Iran nuclear deal meet behind closed doors in Tehran Press TV 07 Jun 2018 -- Experts from the six remaining signatories to the 2015 Iran nuclear agreement have gathered in Tehran for their second meeting since the United States chose to unilaterally leave the multilateral accord.
Iran to reach 190k SWUs of enrichment capacity in 10 months: Nuclear chief Press TV 07 Jun 2018 -- Iran's nuclear chief says the country could reach 190,000 SWUs (separative work unit) of uranium enrichment capacity within 10 months at the Natanz nuclear site, where he inaugurated a facility for producing centrifuges.
190,000 SWUs feasible in 10 months: Iran nuclear head IRNA 07 Jun 2018 -- Iran can produce 190,000 SWUs (separative work units) within 10 months as the required infrastructure for 1 million SWUs in long-term has been prepared, Iran's nuclear organization chief said.
Pompeo: US Will 'Not Allow Iran to Develop a Nuclear Weapon' Sputnik 07 Jun 2018 -- The United States is monitoring media reports about Iran's plans to build up its nuclear capacity, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said in a statement.
IAEA informed of Iran producing feedstock for centrifuges IRNA 06 Jun 2018 -- Iran has informed the U.N. nuclear watchdog of "tentative" plans to produce feedstock for centrifuges, the machines that enrich uranium, Reuters quoted IAEA as saying.
Iran's enrichment initiative within JCPOA: France Press TV 06 Jun 2018 -- France says Iran's preparatory works to resume uranium enrichment are not in violation of the 2015 nuclear deal it signed with world powers, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Iran's IAEA envoy: Tehran to restart nuclear activities if JCPOA fails Press TV 06 Jun 2018 -- Iran's ambassador to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) says the country will restart its nuclear activities if the 2015 nuclear deal or the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) fails.
EU wants firms exempt from US sanctions on Iran Press TV 06 Jun 2018 -- Major European powers as well as the European Union have written a letter to the United States, urging Washington not to go ahead with its planned "secondary sanctions" against European firms doing business in Iran.
EU firms taking cue from US for Iran trade than own governments Press TV 06 Jun 2018 -- Italian oil major Eni says it will not seek a waiver from the returning US sanctions on Iran because it has no outstanding interests exposed to possible American penalties.
Macron Warns Of Potential 'Conflict' As Iran Edges Away From Nuclear Deal RFE/RL 06 Jun 2018 -- French President Emmanuel Macron has warned of the potential for "conflict" after Iran announced plans to boost its uranium-enrichment capacity following the U.S. decision to withdraw from its nuclear deal with world powers.
Lowering The Bar: Tehran 'White List' Excludes Most Lawyers From Politically Charged Cases RFE/RL 06 Jun 2018 -- Only a tiny fraction of Iran's lawyers - 20 so far - will be allowed to defend citizens accused by the country's secretive, labyrinthine judicial authorities of political crimes, according to local media and legal sources who report seeing the list and a hard-line news agency's report confirming its existence.
France, Germany, Britain Request Exemptions From U.S. Iran Sanctions RFE/RL 06 Jun 2018 -- In a letter to top U.S. administration officials, European signatories to the 2015 nuclear deal with Tehran have asked the United States to spare EU firms doing business with Iran from punitive measures.
Iran to Accept No Changes to JCPOA, Considers Talks Complete - Senior Lawmaker Sputnik 06 Jun 2018 -- The Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) is the only agreement which determines Iran's nuclear activity and Tehran will not accept any changes or amendments as it considers the negotiation process to be completed, Ali Motahari, deputy speaker of Iran's parliament told Sputnik.
Obama Administration Secretly Granted Iran License to Access US Banks - Report Sputnik 06 Jun 2018 -- The Obama administration secretly allowed Iran to access the US financial system despite sanctions and repeated promises to the Congress and the US public that it would do no such thing, the US Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations said in a new report on Wednesday.
Paris Says Iran Approaching 'Red Line' on Uranium Enrichment Sputnik 06 Jun 2018 -- Earlier, the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran had informed the International Atomic Energy Agency that Tehran was planning to increase its uranium enrichment capacity.
US Warns Allies on Business Ties to Iran VOA 05 Jun 2018 -- U.S. allies and partners will face "very significant risks" if they continue to do business with Iran, including the possibility of getting hit with sanctions from Washington.
French, Israeli Leaders Disagree Over Iran During Netanyahu's Visit VOA 05 Jun 2018 -- There was little likelihood that France and Israel would see eye to eye on the Iran nuclear deal, which the Europeans support and Israel strongly opposes. But as European businesses – including French carmaker PSA – begin exiting Iran over fears of U.S. sanctions, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu predicts business, not politics, will sink the deal.
Netanyahu Warns Merkel Iran Meddling Will Spark New Refugee Crisis VOA 05 Jun 2018 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meets with French leaders Tuesday in Paris as he continues efforts to persuade European leaders to alter the international nuclear agreement with Iran.
Iran nuclear chief: No negotiation acceptable on JCPOA IRNA 05 Jun 2018 -- Iran's nuclear organization chief said on Tuesday that the country will not accept renegotiation on the nuclear deal it signed with major world powers in 2015.
Iran: Infrastructure for multi-thousand SWUs ready IRNA 05 Jun 2018 -- The infrastructure for Natanz electricity facility, required for achieving long-term goals, including the multi-thousand SWUs project, has been constructed by Iranian scientists, head of the country's Atomic Energy Organization (AEOI) said on Tuesday.
French president says no indication of Iran breaching nuclear deal Press TV 05 Jun 2018 -- French President Emmanuel Macron has said that there is "no indication" of Iran breaching the nuclear deal.
EU confirms Iran enrichment plan not in nuclear deal violation Press TV 05 Jun 2018 -- The European Union says a "first assessment" indicated that Iran's declared intention to increase uranium enrichment capacity did not violate Tehran's commitments under a landmark nuclear agreement it signed with major world powers in 2015.
France's PSA again reverses on Iran deal in deference to US Press TV 05 Jun 2018 -- PSA, the maker of Peugeot and Citroen cars, has become the latest French company to suspend its joint venture activities in Iran, despite promising to stand its ground in the face of sanctions.
Israel intelligence minister proposes 'military coalition' against Iran Press TV 05 Jun 2018 -- Israel has proposed that "a military coalition" be formed against Iran in case Tehran pursues "military-grade" uranium enrichment, suggesting that the military force would comprise of the Israeli regime, the US, the Western states and their Arab allies.
German chancellor reiterates support for Iran deal in talks with Netanyahu Press TV 05 Jun 2018 -- German Chancellor Angela Merkel has once again defended the Iran nuclear deal in talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who is in Europe to persuade its leaders to follow the US and quit the multilateral accord.
Iran begins working on infrastructure to build advanced centrifuges Press TV 05 Jun 2018 -- The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says the country has begun work to prepare the infrastructure for building advanced centrifuges at its Natanz enrichment facility, while respecting its commitments under 2015 nuclear deal.
U.S. Urges Allies To Be Vigilant Regarding Iran's Financial Dealings RFE/RL 05 Jun 2018 -- U.S. allies and partners should work harder to ensure Iran does not deceive them into funding Tehran's "nefarious activities," the U.S. Treasury Department said on June 5.
Iran Gives Notice Of Uranium-Enrichment Intentions RFE/RL 05 Jun 2018 -- Iran says it has informed the UN nuclear agency that it has launched the process of increasing its capacity to enrich uranium in case the 2015 agreement that curbed its nuclear program collapses.
EU Scrutinizes Iran's Statement on Boosting Uranium Enrichment - Spokeswoman Sputnik 05 Jun 2018 -- The European Union is studying Iran's statement that it is increasing capacities on uranium enrichment, the spokeswoman of the EU External Action Service (EEAS) said, adding that the bloc would be committed to the Iran nuclear deal as long as Tehran sticks to its implementation.
Caught in the Cross-Fire: US, Iran Give EU Two Ultimatums Sputnik 04 Jun 2018 -- Germany, France and the UK have found themselves on the horns of a dilemma while striving to persuade Tehran and Washington to adopt a well-balanced approach to the international situation in wake of Donald Trump's withdrawal from the Iran nuclear accords.
China to Continue Business Relations With Iran Despite US Withdrawal From JCPOA Sputnik 04 Jun 2018 -- The US announced their exit from the Iran nuclear deal in May, with President Donald Trump criticizing it as "flawed." Other parties to the deal, including European US allies, have confirmed their adherence to its provisions despite the threat of possible US sanctions.
Supreme Leader orders making preliminaries for 190,000 SWU enrichment IRNA 04 Jun 2018 -- Supreme Leader of Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei has ordered speedy preparation of the ground for 190,000 SWU (separative work units) enrichment.
Amano: IAEA has access to all sites in Iran IRNA 04 Jun 2018 -- Yukiya Amano, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), says the agency has access to all sites in Iran.
Amano confirms IAEA accesses to all needed Iran sites, locations Press TV 04 Jun 2018 -- The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has reaffirmed the agency's accesses to all the required nuclear sites in Iran, calling on Tehran to ensure "timely and proactive cooperation" with inspections under a 2015 nuclear agreement with world powers.
Leader: Nuclear agency must get ready for enrichment up to 190,000SWU as of tomorrow Press TV 04 Jun 2018 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has ordered the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) to make preparations for enrichment of uranium up to a level of 190,000SWU without any delay.
IAEA Renews Call For Iran's 'Timely, Proactive Cooperation' In Nuclear Inspections RFE/RL 04 Jun 2018 -- The UN nuclear watchdog has reiterated its call for Iran to provide "timely and proactive cooperation" on inspections that are part of the 2015 nuclear deal with world powers.
Netanyahu, Merkel Agree Iran A Concern For Israel's Security RFE/RL 04 Jun 2018 -- German Chancellor Angela Merkel has said she agreed with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that Iran's activities in the Middle East represent a concern for the security of Israel.
Iran top commander stresses improvement of defense capabilities IRNA 03 Jun 2018 -- Iran's top commander on Sunday underlined the elevation of defensive capabilities and providing maximum security in the country.
World must withstand law-breaking US behavior: Iran FM Press TV 03 Jun 2018 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says all members of the international community must stand up to US law-breaking behavior, bullying and disregard for the rule of law after Washington announced it was withdrawing from a landmark nuclear deal Iran signed with the P5+1 group of countries in 2015.
Iran-Israel talks allegations aimed at undermining resistance: Shamkhani Press TV 03 Jun 2018 -- A senior Iranian security official says recent allegations about negotiations between Iran and Israel are totally 'baseless' and aimed at undermining the resistance front in its confrontation with Israel.
Japan says wants US to ease Iran oil import curbs Press TV 03 Jun 2018 -- Japan says it is trying to seek an exemption from the US to maintain its oil imports from Iran as the administration of US President Donald Trump is preparing to reinstate sanctions against the country.
After US Exit, Iran Urges Other Signatories to Preserve Nuclear Deal VOA 03 Jun 2018 -- Iran's foreign minister, Mohammad Javad Zarif, is calling the U.S. pullout from the nuclear deal illegal and urging other signatories not to follow its lead.
Syria thanks Iran for advisory help to its army IRNA 02 Jun 2018 -- Syrian foreign minister thanked the Islamic Republic for sending military advisors to the war-torn county which is suffering from terrorism for more than seven years.
Presence of Iranian military advisors in Syria legitimate: Muallem Press TV 02 Jun 2018 -- Syrian Foreign Minister Walid al-Muallem says Iran has no military presence or bases in his country but Iranian military advisors are there to help Damascus fight terrorist groups.
Missile capabilities, Iran red line: IRGC official IRNA 02 Jun 2018 -- The Missile capabilities is the Islamic Republic's redline and is non-negotiable, a senior official of the Islamic Revolution's Guards Corps (IRGC) official said.
Iran's army fighter crashes in Isfahan province; no casualty reported ISNA 02 Jun 2018 -- An Iranian military fighter crashed in the country's central province of Isfahan on Saturday.
Missile capability Iran's red line, non-negotiable: IRGC Press TV 02 Jun 2018 -- A senior commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says defense and missile capabilities are Iran's red line, stressing that Tehran has not held and will never hold any negotiations with the Europeans in this regard.
Iran Armed Forces will not hesitate to respond to threats: Military chief Press TV 02 Jun 2018 -- Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Baqeri says any threat or possible act of aggression by enemies will be met with a firm and crushing response.
Iranian Army fighter jet crashes in central Isfahan province Press TV 02 Jun 2018 -- An F-7 fighter jet of the Iranian Air Force has crashed in the central province of Isfahan.
China does not follow US sanctions on Iran: AEOI spokesman ISNA 02 Jun 2018 -- The spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Behrouz Kamalvandi said that Iran is capable of completing the redesigned Arak reactor even in a "worst-case scenario".
EU must defend 'core' of Iran nuclear deal: Commission chief Press TV 02 Jun 2018 -- The European Union Commission chief, Jean-Claude Juncker, has warned about the adverse consequences of the United States' move to pull out from a key nuclear agreement Iran signed with the P5+1 group of countries in 2015, saying the EU must adopt measures to protect the deal's core provisions.
EU, China share commitment to save nuclear deal: Mogherini Press TV 01 Jun 2018 -- The European Union's foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini says the bloc and China share commitment to preserve a nuclear agreement signed between Iran and major world powers in 2015 and to work for its continuation.

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