October 2018 - Iran Special Weapons News

Kosar fighter being delivered to Iran's Air Force IRNA 31 Oct 2018 -- Iranian minister of defense announced the delivery of Kosar fighter aircraft in the near future to the Army Air Force of the Islamic Republic of Iran.
US weights Iran oil sanctions waivers for some countries ISNA 31 Oct 2018 -- The U.S. said it is considering sanctions "exemptions" for countries that have majorly cut their dependence on Iranian oil ahead of a key deadline next week.
US seeking to wage psywar against Iran: FM spokesman ISNA 31 Oct 2018 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman, Bahram Qassemi said the US is seeking to wage a psychological war on Iran by slapping the country with illegal sanctions in a bid to hurt its economy and cover up Washington's own crimes against Middle Eastern nations.
Zanganeh dismisses reports on selling Iranian oil by Russia ISNA 31 Oct 2018 -- Iranian Oil Minister, Bijan Namdar Zangeneh dismissed claims made by some Western media like Reuters that Russia has participated in selling Iranian oil.
Iran recalls Denmark's ambassador in Tehran ISNA 31 Oct 2018 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman, Bahram Qassemi announced the ambassador of Denmark has been recalled to the Iranian Foreign Ministry to receive Tehran's protest over his country's allegations that Iran was plotting an assassination on the Danish soil.
Iran summons Danish ambassador over alleged assassination plot Press TV 31 Oct 2018 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry has summoned the Danish ambassador to Tehran to express the Islamic Republic's strong protest to "rash, politicized" remarks by certain officials of the European country over an alleged thwarted assassination plot.
China's Sinopec plans 'special arrangements' on Iran oil Press TV 31 Oct 2018 -- China's Sinopec, the world's biggest refiner by capacity and throughput, is reportedly discussing "special arrangements" on the flow of Iranian oil ahead of US sanctions which are to go into effect on November 4.
US seeking to launch psywar against Iran through illegal bans: Official Press TV 31 Oct 2018 -- Tehran says the US is seeking to wage a "psychological war" on Iran by slapping the country with illegal sanctions in a bid to hurt its economy and cover up Washington's own crimes against Middle Eastern nations.
Iran Warns Against 'Hasty' Actions As Tensions Rise Over Danish Murder Plot Allegations RFE/RL 31 Oct 2018 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry has summoned the Danish ambassador to Tehran to issue a "strong protest" over Copenhagen's allegations about an Iranian plot to kill an opposition activist on the Scandinavian country's territory.
Rohani Tells Iranians To Brace For 'Hard' Months RFE/RL 31 Oct 2018 -- President Hassan Rohani has warned Iranians that they may face more difficulties after the United States imposes new sanctions on the country, state television reports.
Tehran strongly rejects anti-Iran claims of a Danish official IRNA 30 Oct 2018 -- Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qasemi on Tuesday dismissed claims of a Danish official against Iran and said it is enemies' conspiracy to influence the ever expanding Iran-Europe relations.
Iran rejects Denmark claim about thwarted assassination plot Press TV 30 Oct 2018 -- Iran has "strongly" dismissed the claim made by Danish intelligence chief Finn Borch Andersen that an Iranian intelligence service had tried to carry out a plot to assassinate an Iranian Arab opposition figure on Denmark's soil.
Denmark Accuses Iran Of Plotting Political Assassination On Its Soil RFE/RL 30 Oct 2018 -- Denmark has accused Iran of plotting to assassinate an Iranian Arab opposition leader on the European Union member's territory and will discuss taking possible action against Tehran over the matter.
Denmark Recalls Envoy to Iran After Failed Murder Plot VOA 30 Oct 2018 -- Denmark recalled its ambassador to Iran Tuesday after accusing Iran of planning to kill three of its citizens who were living in Denmark.
China, India Reported Set To Keep Buying Iranian Oil As U.S. Sanctions Loom RFE/RL 30 Oct 2018 -- With just days to go before U.S. sanctions take effect on Iran's oil sector on November 5, Tehran's top two customers – India and China -- are resisting Washington's call to reduce purchases to zero, arguing there are not sufficient supplies worldwide to replace them, media are reporting.
South Korea Presses US for 'Maximum Flexibility' on Iranian Sanctions Exemption Sputnik 30 Oct 2018 -- A new wave of US measures targeting the oil exports and financial flows of the Islamic Republic is expected to take effect on November 5. Earlier this year, the US pulled out of the 2015 nuclear deal and slapped Teheran with new sanctions, provoking criticism among Washington's European and Asian allies.
Hurt by Iran sanctions, South Korea asks US for waiver Press TV 30 Oct 2018 -- New sanctions on Iran will harm South Korean companies, the Asian nation has told the US, asking for "maximum flexibility" on its request for a waiver.
Zarif: US sanctions against Iran futile IRNA 29 Oct 2018 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Monday that imposition of the second round of US sanctions against Iran on November 4 will prove that nothing new will happen and the US will fail to attain its goals.
US will fail to achieve goals by imposing fresh sanctions: Iran FM Press TV 29 Oct 2018 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has shrugged off the forthcoming US sanctions against the Islamic Republic, saying Washington would fail to achieve its goals by imposing new bans on Iran.
Iranian Fast Boats Buzz Around US Warship With Top Commander on Board in Gulf Sputnik 27 Oct 2018 -- The US 5th Fleet, currently deployed in the Persian Gulf, has reported multiple confrontations with Iranian forces in recent years.
Putin highlights Iran's role in addressing Syrian crisis IRNA 27 Oct 2018 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin in a press conference on four-way meeting on Syria on Saturday underlined Iran's role in settling Syrian crisis.
Iran has upper hand in countering US plots: President Rouhani Press TV 27 Oct 2018 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani has hailed the recent "unprecedented" achievements made by the Iranian nation in the political arena, stressing that the Islamic Republic has the upper hand in countering US plots.
US sanction threat breaches Amity deal, ICJ ruling: Iran UN envoy Press TV 27 Oct 2018 -- Iran's United Nations envoy says the United States' threat of imposing more sanctions on the Islamic Republic violates both the Amity pact between the countries and a UN court ruling against Washington.
UN Investigating Whether Iran Supplied Weapons Seized By U.S. Navy Near Yemen RFE/RL 26 Oct 2018 -- UN inspectors are examining more than 2,500 AK-47 rifles and other guns seized by the crew of a U.S. destroyer off the coast of Yemen to determine whether the weapons originated in Iran or Somalia.
Iran urges countries to abide by ICJ ruling against US Press TV 26 Oct 2018 -- Iran's ambassador to the United Nations urges the international community to abide by an order issued by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) earlier this month against US sanctions on the Islamic Republic.
Bolton Vows To 'Squeeze Iran,' Explore Weapons Sales To Armenia RFE/RL 25 Oct 2018 -- U.S. national-security adviser John Bolton has vowed that President Donald Trump's administration will "squeeze Iran" with maximum economic pressure in response to Tehran's "malign" behavior in the Middle East and around the world.
Russia-Turkey deal on Syria's Idlib 'was Iran's idea' Press TV 25 Oct 2018 -- (This is the fifth and last news article in the series "Iran's point man on Middle East." To read the fourth, click here; the third, here; the second, here; and the first, here. To read a report of the interview with Hossein Jaberi Ansari, see here.)
Iraqi PM Vows to Prioritize Iraq's Interests With Regard to US Sanctions on Iran Sputnik 26 Oct 2018 -- Baghdad will act in accordance with its national interests when it comes to the US sanctions against Iran, Sky News Arabia TV channel reported on Thursday, citing Iraq's new prime minister, Adel Abdul Mahdi.
Iraq to prioritize own interests as regards US sanctions on Iran: PM Press TV 25 Oct 2018 -- New Iraqi Prime Minister Adel Abdul-Mahdi says Baghdad will prioritize its own interests and independence when it comes to implementing unilateral US sanctions on Iran.
Mogherini: EU, UN will continue supporting JCPOA IRNA 25 Oct 2018 -- EU foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini said Wednesday that the European Union and the United Nations as champions of dialogue and cooperation will continue supporting the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action.
Pakistan Mediating Between Saudi Arabia, Iran to End Yemen War VOA 24 Oct 2018 -- Pakistan is mediating between Iran and Saudi Arabia in an effort to end the conflict in Yemen, Prime Minister Imran Khan announced in a televised address Wednesday night.
Turkey demands exemption from US sanctions on Iran IRNA 24 Oct 2018 -- Turkey's foreign minister, Mevlut Çavuşoğlu said Ankara had demanded that the United States grant a special exemption to Turkey in pursuit of sanctions against Iran.
Zarif: US sanctions on Iran aim to deflect attention from Khashoggi's murder, Saudi crimes in Yemen Press TV 24 Oct 2018 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the US's fresh sanctions against Iran aim to deflect global attention from the murder of Saudi dissident journalist Jamal Khashoggi and Riyadh's crimes in Yemen.
Iran Accuses Saudi Arabia Of Joining U.S. Sanctions To Distract From Journalist's Killing RFE/RL 24 Oct 2018 -- A top Iranian commander is accusing Saudi Arabia of trying to distract from its killing of a prominent Saudi journalist in Istanbul by joining with the United States in a new round of sanctions on Iran.
President at cabinet session: Taking stances on Khashoggi's murder great test for so-called human rights advocates ISNA 24 Oct 2018 -- Iran's President condemned the heinous murder of a Saudi Arabian journalist and said that different countries' stances towards his slaughter would be a great test for so-called advocates of human rights.
Treasury and the Terrorist Financing Targeting Center Partners Sanction Taliban Facilitators and their Iranian Supporters US Treasury 23 Oct 2018 -- Today, the seven member nations of the Terrorist Financing Targeting Center (TFTC) took significant actions to expose and disrupt Taliban actors and their Iranian sponsors that seek to undermine the security of the Afghan Government. The TFTC Member States designated nine individuals associated with the Taliban, including those facilitating Iranian support to bolster the terrorist group. The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated these key Taliban members and their Iranian regime sponsors in partnership with the other TFTC Member States: the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Kingdom of Bahrain, the State of Kuwait, the Sultanate of Oman, the State of Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
U.S., Gulf States Blacklist Afghan Taliban, Iranian Officers For Terrorist Financing RFE/RL 23 Oct 2018 -- A seven-country group set up to combat the international financing of terrorists has blacklisted nine individuals associated with Afghanistan's Taliban, including two Iranian military officers and several men accused of "facilitating Iranian support to bolster the terrorist group."
Russia reiterates support for JCPOA IRNA 23 Oct 2018 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Monday reiterated his country's support for Iran nuclear deal known as JCPOA, saying that Russia considers US withdrawal from the deal the US a big mistake.
Iran's Silence On Khashoggi Killing Loosens, But Tehran Keeping Its Cards Close To Its Vest RFE/RL 23 Oct 2018 -- Tehran spent weeks watching quietly as the international crisis unfolded over the killing of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi, reportedly in brutal fashion in the Istanbul consulate of regional foe Saudi Arabia.
Iranian Attack Boats Reportedly Confront UK Destroyer in the Persian Gulf Sputnik 23 Oct 2018 -- The incident came after Iranian Armed Forces Chief of Staff Major General Mohammad Bagheri pledged in late August that the ships of "hostile countries" will be confronted when crossing through the Strait of Hormuz.
Russia curbs Israeli flights near Syrian skies: Paper Press TV 22 Oct 2018 -- Israel's leading newspaper Haaretz says Russia has been taking a more forceful stance toward flights by Israeli aircraft near the Syrian border in the north.
Russian Air Defense Boost to Syria Seen Unlikely to Shield Iran's Forces from Israel VOA 22 Oct 2018 -- Israel is expressing confidence that it can pursue attacks on Iran's forces in Syria even after Iranian partner Russia transferred an advanced air defense system to Syrian territory earlier this month.
IRGC commander arrives in Pakistan IRNA 22 Oct 2018 -- Commander of the Ground Forces of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Brigadier General Mohammad Pakpour arrived in Islamabad on Monday to discuss with Pakistani officials the fate of abducted Iranian border guards.
Zarif confident about Iran's overcoming US, allies sanctions Press TV 22 Oct 2018 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has expressed confidence that the Islamic Republic will manage to overcome sanctions imposed by the United States and its allies.
Iran says has 'strategic partnership' with Russia in Syria Press TV 22 Oct 2018 -- (This is the fourth news article in the series "Iran's point man on Middle East." To read the third, click here; the second, here; and the first, here. To read a report of the interview with Hossein Jaberi Ansari, see here.)
Iran denies meddling in US mid-term elections ISNA 21 Oct 2018 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry has denied interfering in the United States' mid-term elections saying that the Islamic Republic's principled policy is not to interfere in the internal affairs of other countries.
Military official: No one agrees to negotiation on Iran missile program IRNA 21 Oct 2018 -- Nobody agrees to negotiate Iran missile power, Spokesman of the Iranian Armed Forces said.
Watchdog Warns Iran Could Be Blacklisted Unless It Acts Against Terrorism Funding RFE/RL 20 Oct 2018 -- A global financial watchdog has given Iran until February to crack down on terrorism funding or risk further sanctions on its struggling economy.
Watchdog Warns Iran Could Be Blacklisted Unless It Acts Against Terrorism Funding RFE/RL 20 Oct 2018 -- A global financial watchdog has given Iran until February to crack down on terrorism funding or risk further sanctions on its struggling economy.
Iran rejects US 'unknown delusion' of foreign interference in elections Press TV 20 Oct 2018 -- Iran has dismissed the "false and baseless" claim made by the United States about Tehran's efforts to undermine US elections, including next month's midterms, saying such allegations are rooted in an "unknown delusion."
Rouhani accepts resignations of roads, industry ministers, appoints caretakers Press TV 20 Oct 2018 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has accepted resignations of Minister of Roads and Urban Development Abbas Akhoundi and Minister of Industry, Mine and Trade Mohammad Shariatmadari.
Iran demands Pakistan secure immediate release of abducted security forces Press TV 20 Oct 2018 -- Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Baqeri has demanded that Islamabad push for the release of a number of Iranian forces abducted in the southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan on the border with Pakistan.
Iran Supplies Hezbollah With Precision Devices, US Media Report Sputnik 20 Oct 2018 -- Iran has been supplying Lebanon's Hezbollah militant group with components required to turn its rockets into precision-guided missiles, US media reported Friday.
Iran ships major oil cargo to China before sanctions snap back Press TV 20 Oct 2018 -- Iran has sent a major cargo of oil to China before the re-imposition of the second round of US sanctions that will be meant to target the country's oil exports.
U.S. Agencies Again Warn Of Foreign Interference In Elections By Russia, Iran, China RFE/RL 19 Oct 2018 -- U.S. intelligence and law-enforcement agencies issued another warning about foreign interference -- by Russia, China, Iran, and others -- in the upcoming congressional elections and other elections in the future.
Pakistan Says Searching For 14 Abducted Iranian Border Guards RFE/RL 19 Oct 2018 -- Pakistani Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi has told his Iranian counterpart that security forces are searching for 14 Iranian border guards who Tehran says were abducted by militants this week.
Russia: US' anti-JCPOA act violating int'l regulations IRNA 19 Oct 2018 -- Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman says the US' measures against Iran nuclear deal are in violation of the international regulations.
FATF gives Iran 4-month deadline to complete reforms IRNA 19 Oct 2018 -- The anti-terror Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has in Paris, France, on Friday given Iran a four-month deadline until February to complete reforms.
EU, Asia leaders call for lifting sanctions on Iran Press TV 19 Oct 2018 -- Participants in the Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) have reaffirmed their "collective support" for a multilateral nuclear agreement Iran signed with major world powers in 2015, saying the lifting of sanctions against Tehran is an essential part of the deal.
Iran hails FATF's decision to extend suspension of its counter-measures Press TV 19 Oct 2018 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry has hailed a decision by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), the global anti-money laundering body, to extend the suspension of its counter-measures against Tehran despite Washington's tremendous efforts to get the Islamic Republic back into the body's blacklist.
Haley Blasts Iran Over Alleged Use of Child Soldiers VOA 19 Oct 2018 -- U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Nikki Haley strongly condemned Iran for its alleged recruitment and use of child soldiers in battlefields across the Middle East.
Iran calls for joint operation with Pakistan to secure release of abducted forces Press TV 18 Oct 2018 -- Tehran has called on Islamabad to adhere to its commitments under bilateral security agreements days after Pakistan-based terrorists kidnapped a number of Iranian forces, emphasizing the need for a joint operation to determine their fate.
Russian opposes new US anti-Iran sanctions IRNA 17 Oct 2018 -- Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov voiced his country's opposition to US sanctions against Iran, saying that US seems to be taking every opportunity to exert pressure on countries that do not follow its policies.
Russia firmly slams US sanctions against Iran ISNA 17 Oct 2018 -- Moscow firmly opposes expansion of the US sanctions against Tehran as it appears that Washington takes every opportunity to exert pressure on countries it dislikes, Russian deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov told Sputnik.
Iran calls US new sanctions clear insult to legal, international mechanisms ISNA 17 Oct 2018 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman stressed on Wednesday that US new invalid sanctions against Iran are clear insult to legal and international mechanisms and show the spitefulness of the government of America toward the Iranian people.
Iran slams US 'addiction to sanctions' after new bans target key banks Press TV 17 Oct 2018 -- The United States is becoming increasingly addicted to sanctions, Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has warned, after Washington imposed fresh sanctions on a number of Iranian entities.
Russia denounces new US sanctions on Iran businesses Press TV 17 Oct 2018 -- Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov has repudiated new US sanctions on Iran's businesses, saying Washington appears to be taking every opportunity to exert pressure on countries it dislikes.
Iran must not look to West on path of progress: Leader Press TV 17 Oct 2018 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the Iranian nation should look to countries in the East on its path of scientific progress, because relying on Western states will not contribute to the country's growth.
Iran Calls Latest U.S. Sanctions 'Blind Vindictiveness' RFE/RL 17 Oct 2018 -- Tehran has called the latest round of U.S. sanctions against Iran an "insult" to the international order that stems from "blind vindictiveness" against the Iranian nation.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards Claims Killed 'Mastermind' Behind Ahvaz Attack RFE/RL 17 Oct 2018 -- Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) claims it has killed the "mastermind" behind an attack on a military parade in the southwestern Iranian city of Ahvaz last month that left 24 people dead.
Mastermind behind Ahvaz terrorist attack killed in Iraq's Diyala, IRGC says Press TV 16 Oct 2018 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says a high-ranking commander of the Daesh Takfiri terrorist group, who apparently masterminded the recent deadly terror attack in the southwestern Iranian city of Ahvaz, has been killed in Iraq's eastern province of Diyala.
US imposes new sanctions targeting Iran banks, companies Press TV 16 Oct 2018 -- The United States has imposed fresh sanctions on a number of Iranian banks and financial institutions as well as companies ahead of the start of the next month's new round of the US sanctions against the Islamic Republic.
Treasury Sanctions Vast Financial Network Supporting Iranian Paramilitary Force That Recruits and Trains Child Soldiers US Treasury 16 Oct 2018 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) took action today against a vast network of businesses providing financial support to the Basij Resistance Force (Basij), a paramilitary force subordinate to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). Among other malign activities, the IRGC's Basij militia recruits, trains, and deploys child soldiers to fight in IRGC-fueled conflicts across the region.
New U.S. Sanctions Target Iran Network Backing Use Of Child Soldiers RFE/RL 16 Oct 2018 -- The United States has slapped sanctions on a network of businesses that provide financial support to an Iranian paramilitary force that Washington says recruits and trains child soldiers for Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC).
US adds several other Iranian institutes on sanctions list IRNA 16 Oct 2018 -- The US Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) announced on Tuesday inclusion of several other Iranian institutes on the list of sanctions.
Iran's land-to-sea missiles can travel 700 kilometers: Senior IRGC cmdr. Press TV 16 Oct 2018 -- A senior Iranian military commander says the country has successfully extended the range of its land-to-sea ballistic missiles to 700 kilometers.
U.S. continuously violating its commitments under resolution 2231: Iran ISNA 16 Oct 2018 -- In 12 reports, the IAEA has confirmed Iran's full compliance with its commitments. However, the current U.S administration, in violation of its international commitments, withdrew from the JCPOA, deputy ambassador of Iran to UN said.
Iran's oil incomes still rising IRNA 16 Oct 2018 -- The statistics for Iran's oil exports and the price of each oil barrel of the country suggests that Iran's oil incomes are still rising compared to the figures in the previous year, according to the Head of Iran's Plan and Budget Organization Mohammad-Baqer Nobakht.
High Prices Helping Iran Make Up For Loss Of Half Of Oil Exports, VP Says RFE/RL 16 Oct 2018 -- Iran has lost some customers for its oil because of looming U.S. sanctions, but high prices are making up for the lost sales, Iranian Vice President Eshaq Jahangiri has said.
Iran urges Pakistan to take necessary measures for releasing kidnapped forces IRNA 16 Oct 2018 -- Iran Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qasemi on Tuesday urged Pakistan government to take necessary measures for releasing Iranian kidnapped forces and also arresting the terrorists.
Iran calls for Pakistan's swift action on abducted security forces Press TV 16 Oct 2018 -- Iran says Pakistan should instantly adopt all necessary measures to help release a number of Iranian forces earlier abducted in the southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan on the border with Pakistan.
Terrorists abduct several Iranian forces near Pakistani border: IRGC Press TV 16 Oct 2018 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says terrorists have kidnapped a number of Iranian forces in the southeastern Province of Sistan-and-Baluchestan, which borders Pakistan.
Iran Asks Pakistan To Deal With 'Terrorists' Who Abducted Revolutionary Guards RFE/RL 16 Oct 2018 -- Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) has called on Pakistan to tackle suspected militants who kidnapped 14 members of Iranian security forces on October 16 on their shared border.
Pakistan Says Helping Tehran Rescue Kidnapped Iranian Forces VOA 16 Oct 2018 -- Pakistan said Tuesday its military forces were working closely with those of neighboring Iran to locate more than a dozen Iranian security forces that militants kidnapped in a pre-dawn raid along the border.
Iran's Growing Influence in Syria Sparks Concern VOA 15 Oct 2018 -- While Russian and Iranian-backed Bashar al-Assad's regime is consolidating its grip on most areas once controlled by various rebel groups in Syria, Iran's involvement and military footprints in the country have some experts and U.S. lawmakers concerned that Tehran might be in the process of establishing long-term presence in Syria in an effort to project regional power in the long term.
Iran seeking global peace, self-defense: Defense Minister ISNA 15 Oct 2018 -- Iran has shown once more that while feeling responsible, it is seeking global peace and remains to be committed to human rights and international obligations and the country never abandon its firm position in self-defense, Iran's Defense Minister said Monday.
Iran rejects Trump, Bolton's baseless accusations ISNA 15 Oct 2018 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman, Bahram Qassemi has dismissed the latest anti-Iran statements made by US President Donald Trump and his national security adviser John Bolton as well as the accusations levelled in the National Strategy for Counter terrorism.
Iran's 'accurate' plans will foil US policies: President Rouhani Press TV 15 Oct 2018 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the United States will not be able to continue its anti-Iran policies for long, because Tehran has drawn up "accurate plans" to counter them.
"Iran to participate in reconstruction of Syria" ISNA 15 Oct 2018 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman, Bahram Qassemi stressed that Iran will participate in reconstruction of Syria.
Iran plans private sector participation in Syria reconstruction Press TV 15 Oct 2018 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry has announced that the country plans to have its private sector participate in the reconstruction of post-war Syria.
India, Iran to Speed Up Port Construction Ahead of US Sanctions – Reports Sputnik 15 Oct 2018 -- India and Iran will rush to complete the first berth in the Iranian coast city of Chabahar to make the port there operational before US sanctions on Tehran kick in next month, The Economic Times reported Monday.
Saudi source: Reconciliation with Iran possible if sanctions imposed Press TV 14 Oct 2018 -- As global pressure mounts on Saudi Arabia to hold the kingdom responsible over the fate of dissident journalist Jamal Khashoggi, a new report indicates that Riyadh is preparing a list of countermeasures, including reconciliation with Iran, to push back against possible punishments.
Diplomat arrested in Germany enjoys full immunity: Iran Press TV 14 Oct 2018 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman says an Iranian diplomat, who was arrested in Germany on the false charges of being linked to a bomb attack plot in the French capital, Paris, enjoys full diplomatic immunity.
Iran says in 'safe zone' in face of sanctions with high oil prices Press TV 14 Oct 2018 -- Iran says it has no concerns over the potential impacts of returning US sanctions on its oil exports given that it is already selling its crude oil higher than the price tag it has set in its annual budget plan.
Member Of Iranian Military Arrested Over Ahvaz Parade Attack RFE/RL 14 Oct 2018 -- Iranian authorities have arrested a member of the country's military in connection with last month's deadly attack on a military parade in the city of Ahvaz, local media report.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards Vow to Keep 'Effective' Presence in Syria Sputnik 14 Oct 2018 -- Tehran has repeatedly insisted that Iran has limited its assistance to Syria in the fight against Islamist extremists to the provision of military advisers, and that no regular forces are present.
President Rouhani: US defeated against Iran righteousness, prudence IRNA 14 Oct 2018 -- It is common knowledge that legally and politically speaking, the US has been defeated by breaking international commitments and Iran was victorious, said Iran's president on Sunday.
Rohani Accuses United States Of Seeking Regime Change In Iran RFE/RL 14 Oct 2018 -- Iranian President Hassan Rohani says the United States is seeking regime change in Tehran. Speaking at a ceremony to mark the beginning of the new academic year at Tehran University on October 14, Rohani accused the U.S. government of employing tactics such as psychological and economic warfare to spark a change of leadership in Iran.
Arab States Support Terror Inside Iran - Intel Ministry Sputnik 14 Oct 2018 -- Iranian intelligence officers have neutralized a terrorist group in the country's western province of Kermanshah, the Ministry of Intelligence said on Sunday.
Iran Accuses US of Regime Change Attempt, Downplays Effect of Sanctions Sputnik 14 Oct 2018 -- Tensions between Tehran and Washington escalated after President Trump announced the US's withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal and the reinstatement of anti-Iranian sanctions in early May.
Al-Qaeda Affiliate Reportedly Using Iran As Transit Point For Banned Exports RFE/RL 13 Oct 2018 -- An Al-Qaeda-linked militant group is using Iran as its main transit point for illegal charcoal exports from Somalia, enabling the group to earn millions of dollars in profits, a report to the UN Security Council seen by media says.
ICJ defining $2 billion asset of Iran IRNA 13 Oct 2018 -- The International Court of Justice once again voted in favor of Iran after the country's victory in a recent lawsuit against the US concerning the treaty of amity signed between Tehran and Washington in 1955; the court ruled that a sum of $2 billion belonging to Central Bank of Iran (CBI) to be unfreezed.
Iran will keep 'effective, useful' advisory presence in Syria: IRGC Press TV 13 Oct 2018 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the Islamic Republic will keep its military advisory presence in Syria as long as Tehran finds it "effective and useful" and as long as the Arab country's government demands it.
'It's Not Helpful': US Warns India Against Buying Iran Oil, Russian S-400s Sputnik 13 Oct 2018 -- On Thursday, US President Donald Trump promised that India will soon see his decision on punitive measures after New Delhi moved to purchase advanced S-400 air defense systems from Russia.
Russia says Iran's presence in Syria none of Israel's business Press TV 12 Oct 2018 -- A senior Russian official has dismissed the Israeli regime's demand that Iran be forced out of Syria, saying that the issue is none of Tel Aviv's business as it is Syria's sovereign right to authorize Iranian forces on its soil.
ICJ last session on Iran complaint against US wraps up IRNA 12 Oct 2018 -- The Hague-based International Court of Justice (ICJ) on Friday ended hearing the US lawyers' defense against the lawsuit filed against the country by Iran.
Iran powerful than ever: IRGC commander IRNA 12 Oct 2018 -- Iran is powerful than ever before the US President Donald Trump stepped into power, top commander of Iranian Revolution Guard Corps said on Friday.
Iran to counter threats to its security beyond its borders: IRGC Press TV 12 Oct 2018 -- The chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says Iran will give a crushing response to any threat to its security even if it requires extraterritorial operations.
Japan asks US to ensure sanctions don't hurt Iran trade Press TV 12 Oct 2018 -- Japan's Finance Minister Taro Aso has pressed his US counterpart Steven Mnuchin to ensure Japanese firms are not hurt by Washington's sanctions on Iran, Kyodo news agency reported Friday.
Iran's IRGC Vow 'Crushing Response' to Threats Beyond State Borders Sputnik 12 Oct 2018 -- Iran would need "less than 12 minutes" to take control of the Middle East, an Iranian top military commander has warned.
Russia: US withdrawal from JCPOA shortsighted move IRNA 11 Oct 2018 -- Director of the Russian Foreign Ministry Department for Non-Proliferation and Arms Control Vladimir Yermakov on Wednesday slammed US exit from the 2015 nuclear deal as a shortsighted move.
All govt. branches must join forces to confront US bans, solve economic issues: Leader Press TV 11 Oct 2018 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has called on all branches of the government to join forces to counter the negative impacts of brutal American sanctions against the Iranian nation.
Iran's security constitutes red line for Armed Forces: Top commander Press TV 11 Oct 2018 -- Iran's top military commander says the nation's security constitutes a "red line" for the armed forces, warning "counter-revolutionary grouplets" against any attempt to destabilize the Islamic Republic.
FinCEN Issues Advisory on the Iranian Regime's Illicit and Malign Activities and Attempts to Exploit the Financial System US Treasury 11 Oct 2018 -- The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) issued an advisory today to help financial institutions better detect and report potentially illicit transactions related to the Islamic Republic of Iran. The advisory is also intended to help foreign financial institutions better understand the obligations of their U.S. correspondents, to avoid exposure to U.S. sanctions, and to address the Anti-Money Laundering/Combating the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) risks that Iranian activity poses to the international financial system.
German ambassador summoned over extradition of Iranian diplomat to Belgium Press TV 10 Oct 2018 -- Iran has summoned the German ambassador to protest Berlin's extradition of an Iranian diplomat to Brussels over his alleged link to a planned July attack against the terrorist Mujahedin Khalq Organization (MKO) in France.
Iranian Diplomat Extradited To Belgium To Face Charges In Bomb-Plot Case RFE/RL 10 Oct 2018 -- An Iranian diplomat who is the suspected mastermind of an attack that allegedly was planned on Iranians living in exile in France has been extradited from Germany to Belgium, security officials said.
Extradition of Iranian Official Asadollah Assadi for Role in Paris Terrorist Plot US Dept. of State 10 Oct 2018
Iran devises plan to keep oil trade as new US sanctions near IRNA 10 Oct 2018 -- The US wants Iran's oil exports to drop to zero and has threatened secondary sanctions on any country that continues to buy oil from the Islamic Republic.
Iran's Naval Fleet docks in Karachi with friendship message IRNA 10 Oct 2018 -- The 57th Naval flotilla of the Strategic Naval of Iran, comprising three naval ships, docked in the Pakistani port of Karachi with a message of 'friendship and goodwill'.
Iranian 57th naval flotilla arrives in Pakistan on goodwill visit IRNA 10 Oct 2018 -- Iranian 57th naval flotilla has docked at the Pakistani port of Karachi for goodwill-cum-training visit.
Iran's 57th naval flotilla docks in Pakistan ISNA 10 Oct 2018 -- Iran's 57th naval flotilla docked at the Pakistani port of Karachi for goodwill-cum-training visit.
TFISC-IGC experts review JCPOA without US, its consequences ISNA 10 Oct 2018 -- Tehran Foundation for International and Security Cooperation (TFISC) and Institute for Global Studies (IGS) held a joint round table dubbed "EU, Iran Cooperation and Future of JCPOA" in Brussels during which conferred on the latest developments of US unilateral withdrawal from Iran nuclear deal and its consequences.
UNSC should stand against country threatening others to disobey international law: Iran ISNA 10 Oct 2018 -- Ambassador and permanent representative of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Gholam Ali Khoshroo delivered a speech before the 6th Committee of the 73nd Session of the United Nations General Assembly on "The Rule of Law at the National and International Levels".
EU's chance for fulfilling responsibilities regarding JCPOA not permanent: Iran ISNA 10 Oct 2018 -- Deputy director of the presidential chief of staff, Majid Takht-e Ravanchi warned the European Union that the chance for fulfilling commitments under the JCPOA is not permanent.
ICJ hears Iran arguments in asset freeze case against US Press TV 10 Oct 2018 -- The UN's top court has heard Iran's arguments against the United States in a new showdown between the two sides over the freezing by Washington of billions of dollars worth of Iranian assets, just days after the tribunal handed Tehran a victory in a separate case.
World must confront US threats to global order, Iran tells UN Press TV 10 Oct 2018 -- Iran's UN ambassador calls on the world community to confront the threats the United States poses to global order by backtracking on its international obligations, launching trade wars and slapping sanctions on other nations.
US 'Pleased' Some States Moving to Stop Buying Iran's Oil - State Department Sputnik 10 Oct 2018 -- Washington is "very pleased" that several states and companies are "moving forward" to stop buying Iranian oil, US Department of State Assistant Secretary of Bureau of Energy Resources Francis R. Fannon stated.
Iran Devises Plan to Keep Oil Trade as 2nd Wave of US Sanctions Nears - Reports Sputnik 10 Oct 2018 -- The US wants Iran's oil exports to drop to zero and has threatened secondary sanctions on any country that continues to buy oil from the Islamic Republic.
Iran's Minister of Defense: Iran becomes a power in air IRNA 09 Oct 2018 -- Iranian Minister of Defense says Iran has become a power in gaining significant development in the field of air power, with a revolutionary jihadist approach and with tolerance of fragile sanctions.
Defense Minister: Iran turns to a power in aerial field IRNA 09 Oct 2018 -- Minister of Defense and Logistics of Armed Forces Brigadier General Amir Hatami said on Tuesday that Iran has turned to a power in aerial field.
"Konarak" missile launcher warship joins Iranian Navy's fleet ISNA 09 Oct 2018 -- Iran's missile launcher warship dubbed "Konarak" has formally joined the country's Naval fleet.
Iran finds creative ways as US cranks up pressure Press TV 09 Oct 2018 -- Iran is streamlining its oil export modalities and testing creative ways to thwart new US sanctions which are to kick in on November 4.
IMF Says U.S. Sanctions Have Pushed Iran's Economy Into Recession RFE/RL 09 Oct 2018 -- The International Monetary Fund (IMF) estimates that Iran's economy fell into a recession this year that will get worse next year as a result of renewed U.S. sanctions on Tehran.
India to Continue Buying Iranian Oil Despite Possible US Sanctions - Minister Sputnik 09 Oct 2018 -- Indian companies will continue buying Iranian crude oil in November even despite the possible US objections and sanctions, Indian Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said.
On U.S. Appearance Before the International Court of Justice US Dept. of State 08 Oct 2018 -- "Today, oral proceedings before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) began in The Hague in a case brought by Iran against the United States, Certain Iranian Assets."
Iran, India to launch satellite navigation system: Russia IRNA 07 Oct 2018 -- The Russian Space Agency, Roscosmos, announced on Sunday Iran and India plan to launch satellite navigation systems.
Final stage of Moharram war games kick off in W Iran IRNA 07 Oct 2018 -- IRGC ground forces staged the final phase of Moharram maneuvers in Kamyaran and Shahou heights in western Iran on Sunday, said Commander of Ground Force of Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Brigadier-General Mohammad Pakpour.
Iran's Parliament Passes Bill Against Funding Terrorism RFE/RL 07 Oct 2018 -- The Iranian parliament has approved a bill aimed at bringing Iran's laws in line with international standards and allowing the country to join the UN convention against the funding of terrorism, or CFT.
Final stage of IRGC war games due on Sunday: IRGC cmdr. IRNA 06 Oct 2018 -- IRGC ground forces will stage the final stage of Moharram war games in Kamyaran and Shahou heights in western Iran on Sunday, according to Commander of IRGC Ground Force Brigadier-General Mohammad Pakpour.
Saudi Prince Says Kingdom Raised Oil Output To Offset Loss Of Iranian Exports RFE/RL 06 Oct 2018 -- Saudi Arabia's crown prince in an interview with Bloomberg News is insisting that the kingdom is fulfilling promises to the United States to make up a shortfall in world oil supplies resulting from the loss of Iranian production under U.S. sanctions.
Iran, Russia Seen Vying for Influence in Afghanistan VOA 05 Oct 2018 -- Russia continues to compete for influence in Afghanistan, where international reconciliation efforts are underway, while Iran is playing both sides of the Afghan conflict, according to a top U.S. military official.
Missile attack on "heart of terrorists" shows Iran's might: IRGC deputy cmdr IRNA 05 Oct 2018 -- Iran's missile attacks on the "heart of terrorists" was indicative of might, jihad, resistance and perseverance of the Iranian nation, Deputy Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Brigadier-General Hossein Salami said on Friday.
Centcom Commander Discusses Regional Hotspots AFPS 04 Oct 2018 -- Afghanistan, Iraq, Syria, Yemen and Iran are just a few of the hotspots the commander of U.S. Central Command spoke about this morning as he discussed the range of operations in the area during a Pentagon news conference.
Russia: Iran fighting terrorism in Syria lawfully IRNA 04 Oct 2018 -- Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said on Thursday that Iranian military forces are fighting international terrorism lawfully and on the invitation of the Syrian government.
US not on the road to war with Iran: General Joseph Votel Press TV 04 Oct 2018 -- The general overseeing the US military's involvement in the Middle East has said the United States is not "on the road to war with Iran," despite the fact that some Trump administration officials have stepped up rhetoric against Tehran.
Iran to give harshest response to enemy's slightest mistake: IRGC Press TV 04 Oct 2018 -- The spokesman for Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps says IRGC forces will give the harshest response to the slightest mistakes of the Islamic Republic's enemies.
Dangerous US policies, not Iran, should worry NATO: Tehran Press TV 04 Oct 2018 -- Iran has rejected "unwarranted" concerns voiced by NATO over the Islamic Republic's regional activities, saying the Western military alliance should rather be worried about the US's "unilateral and dangerous" policies and its breach of international commitments.
Iran will slap US in face by defeating sanctions: Ayatollah Khamenei Press TV 04 Oct 2018 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says American sanctions are "more fragile than" Iran's economy, emphasizing that the Iranian nation will "slap the US in the face" by defeating those bans, once again.
White House Adviser: Iran Is 'Central Banker' For Terrorism RFE/RL 04 Oct 2018 -- U.S. President Donald Trump's national security adviser has called Iran "the central banker of international terrorism" as he laid out a wider strategy for countering Tehran in the Middle East.
Iran's Khamenei Promises To 'Slap' U.S., Defeat Sanctions RFE/RL 04 Oct 2018 -- Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has said Iran will "slap" the United States by defeating U.S. sanctions targeting the country's economy.
Iran Will Deliver a Slap and Defeat US by Defying Sanctions - Supreme Leader Sputnik 04 Oct 2018 -- Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has delivered an address to tens of thousands of military brass at a Tehran stadium, touching upon the issues of economic obstacles in the country and problems with Washington.
Iraq officially rejects US claim of Iran role in Basra violence Press TV 04 Oct 2018 -- Iraq's Foreign Ministry has dismissed accusations by the United States that Iran is to blame for recent violence – including through alleged militant groups – in the southern Iraqi city of Basra, where Washington recently closed its consulate.
Alleged Violations of The 1955 Treaty of Amity, Economic Relations, And Consular Rights (Islamic Republic of Iran V. United States of America) International Court of Justice 03 Oct 2018
Top UN judicial body orders US to ease Iran sanctions UN News 03 Oct 2018 -- In a ruling issued on Wednesday, the International Court of Justice (ICJ), the principal judicial organ of the United Nations, ordered the United States to lift some of the economic sanctions it has imposed on Iran, which effect the importation of humanitarian goods and products, as well as the safety of civilian aircraft.
US Ends 1955 'Treaty of Amity' With Iran VOA 03 Oct 2018 -- The United States is pulling out of a 1955 treaty with Iran in response to the International Court of Justice ordering the United States to lift sanctions on Tehran involving medicine, food and airplane parts.
UN Court Orders US to Lift Some Iran Sanctions VOA 03 Oct 2018 -- The top U.N. court has ordered the United States to lift sanctions on Iran involving medicine, food and airplane parts in the latest step in a legal battle over measures the Trump administration put back in place earlier this year.
U.S. Terminates 1955 'Friendship' Treaty With Iran After UN Court Ruling RFE/RL 03 Oct 2018 -- The United States says it is canceling a decades-old friendship treaty with Iran after Tehran cited it in an international court case against Washington's sanctions policy.
Top UN Court Orders U.S. To Ease Iran Sanctions RFE/RL 03 Oct 2018 -- The top UN court on October 3 ordered the United States to ease sanctions it reimposed on Iran after withdrawing from the 2015 nuclear accord between Tehran and world powers earlier this year.
UN court's order on Iran sanctions binding: Foreign Ministry IRNA 03 Oct 2018 -- The United Nations' top court's order on Iran sanctions is binding for the US and the country should obey it, Iran's Foreign Ministry said.
ICJ ruling another failure for 'sanctions-addicted' US: Zarif IRNA 03 Oct 2018 -- Iran's foreign minister welcomed the ruling of the United Nations' highest court as 'another failure for sanctions-addicted' US government.
Iran biggest military power of region: Leader's advisor IRNA 03 Oct 2018 -- Iran is actually the biggest military power of the region, said a senior military advisor of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces on Wednesday.
Iran hails ICJ order against US IRNA 03 Oct 2018 -- Iran's foreign ministry in reaction to the ruling of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) said Wednesday that the decision by the global body is 'an obvious evidence of Iran's righteousness'.
ICJ orders US to lift anti-Iran sanctions IRNA 03 Oct 2018 -- The International Court of Justice (ICJ) on Wednesday ruled that the sanctions imposed by the US on Iran are violation of a treaty between the two countries.
UN stage of Iran's diplomacy success, US isolation ISNA 03 Oct 2018 -- Stating that the United States has suffered a great failure in what it has started against Iran since January, Iranian President said, "Today, the United States is isolated in the world and nobody has acknowledge and will accept the American way".
Iran embraces ICJ's ruling against US ISNA 03 Oct 2018 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry has released a statement in reaction to the ruling issued by the International Court of Justice in the lawsuit filed by Iran against the United States.
ICJ orders US to lift Iran sanctions linked to humanitarian goods, civil aviation ISNA 03 Oct 2018 -- The International Court of Justice (ICJ), the UN's top court, has ordered the US to lift sanctions linked to humanitarian goods and civil aviation imposed against Iran.
ICJ's ruling another failure for sanctions-addicted US: Zarif ISNA 03 Oct 2018 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javaz Zarif called UN top court ruling another failure for sanctions-addicted US.
Iran slams US 'outlaw regime' for quitting another treaty Press TV 03 Oct 2018 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the United States government has proven its reputation as an "outlaw regime" by quitting yet another international treaty out of spite for Iran.
'Russia standing by Iran's side as sanctions return' Press TV 03 Oct 2018 -- Russia says it remains determined to continue cooperating with Iran even if new US sanctions are slapped against the country.
Rouhani hails revenge attack on terrorists in Syria, warns of more action Press TV 03 Oct 2018 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has praised the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) for taking befitting revenge for a terrorist attack in the southwestern city of Ahvaz, saying the Islamic Republic will give a crushing and firm response to any act of aggression or terror.
US cancels 1955 Treaty of Amity with Iran after UN court ruling Press TV 03 Oct 2018 -- US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says Washington is canceling a 1955 treaty with Tehran after the International Court of Justice (ICJ) ordered the United States to halt the unilateral sanctions it recently re-imposed on "humanitarian" supplies to Iran.
Victory for Iran: Highest UN court orders US to suspend sanctions Press TV 03 Oct 2018 -- In a victory for Tehran against Washington, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) has ordered the United States to halt the unilateral sanctions it recently re-imposed on "humanitarian" supplies to Iran.
Europe's will to save Iran deal must translate into action: Zarif Press TV 03 Oct 2018 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif expresses satisfaction with ongoing European efforts to keep the 2015 nuclear deal in place despite the US exit, but says such political will should in the end translate into workable "mechanisms" aimed at ensuring Tehran's interests.
Iranian FM Slams US as 'Outlaw Regime' Over Withdrawal From 1955 Treaty of Amity Sputnik 03 Oct 2018 -- Explaining the move of Washington, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo once again slammed the Islamic Republic, calling it a threat to the American mission in Iraq.
EU Plan for Transactions With Iran is Important Step to Preserve JCPOA - Rouhani Sputnik 03 Oct 2018 -- An EU mechanism to facilitate transactions with Tehran is an important step toward preserving the Iran nuclear deal in the light of the United States' withdrawal and reinstatement of sanctions, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said on Wednesday.
UN Court Rules US Must Suspend Sanctions Linked to Humanitarian Aid to Iran Sputnik 03 Oct 2018 -- Judges from the International Court of Justice, the highest tribunal at the United Nations, have handed a victory to Tehran, who has claimed that US sanctions imposed in May violate the terms their 1955 Treaty of Amity.
Iran ready to launch 3 satellites ISNA 02 Oct 2018 -- The head of Iranian Space Agency (ISA) Morteza Berari announced that three domestically-made satellites have been completely built and are ready to be launched.
Iranian companies reconstructing 800 mw of Syrian power plants IRNA 02 Oct 2018 -- Iran's Energy Minister announced that more than 800 megawatts of various power plants in Syria have been introduced for reconstruction and repair, and Iranian companies are ready to finalize and sign contracts in the area.
Iran to build power plant in Syria IRNA 02 Oct 2018 -- A memorandum of understanding for constructing a power plant in the Syrian city of Latakia was signed by Iran and Syria on Tuesday.
Commander: 40 Daesh terrorists killed in missile attack IRNA 02 Oct 2018 -- Commander of the IRGC's Aerospace Force Brigadier General Amir Ali Hajizadeh said on Tuesday afternoon that around 40 terrorists were killed in missile attacks, but their bodies are still under debris and complementary information will be published in future.
Iran says able to defeat US' conspiracies IRNA 02 Oct 2018 -- Top Iranian security official on Tuesday said the country is able to thwart the US' conspiracies.
Syrian FM: Iran's rockets on Bukamal aimed to fight terrorism IRNA 02 Oct 2018 -- Deputy Prime Minister and Syrian Foreign Minister Walid Al-Mualem praised Iran's missile attack on al-Bukmal and declared that the missiles were fired against terrorism, saying cooperation with the Islamic Republic of Iran was legal and within the framework of Syria's national sovereignty.
700,000 Basijis gathering in Ashura exercise IRNA 02 Oct 2018 -- Chairman of the Basij Organization of Iran said that the 'National Ashura Authority Exercise' with the 700,000 organized Basij forces from the Jihadist groups and Beitul Moqaddas battalions across the country are gathering in mid-October.
Iran's upgrades capacity for tank spare parts manufacturing: Cdr IRNA 02 Oct 2018 -- Iranian Army now enjoys an ever growing potential in spare parts as is testified by considerable growth in manufacturing spare parts for tanks, a senior commander said on Tuesday.
56 Iranian navy fleets dispatched to far seas since 2007 IRNA 02 Oct 2018 -- Iran navy has dispatched 56 fleets to far seas since 2007 to protect the country's national interests against piracy, said the commander of the Navy of the Islamic Republic of Iran's First Emamat Zone in Bandar Abbas in the Persian Gulf on Tuesday.
Iraqi FM declares support for Iran against sanctions IRNA 02 Oct 2018 -- Iraqi minister for foreign affairs on Tuesday said that his country will not support the anti-Iranian sanctions.
Iran rejects France claims about foiled bomb plot against MKO Press TV 02 Oct 2018 -- Iran has dismissed France's allegations about the involvement of an Iranian diplomat in an alleged bomb attack on a meeting of the notorious anti-Iran terrorist group, the Mujahedin Khalq Organization (MKO), near Paris, calling on French officials to pursue a realistic approach to Tehran.
Tehran coordinated its ballistic missile strikes with Damascus: Syrian FM Press TV 02 Oct 2018 -- Syrian Foreign Minister Walid al-Muallem says Iran's missile strikes against militant positions in the country's eastern province of Dayr al-Zawr in retaliation for the recent terror attack in the southwestern Iranian city of Ahvaz was part of "legitimate" cooperation between Damascus and Tehran in the fight against terrorism.
IAEA rejects Israeli PM anti-Iran request IRNA 02 Oct 2018 -- The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in a statement rejected Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's request for inspecting Iran nuclear program again.
Independence of agency 'paramount', stresses UN nuclear chief in apparent response to Israel's claim of secret Iran site UN News 02 Oct 2018 -- After a direct challenge from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to personally and immediately visit what he called a secret atomic warehouse in Iran, the United Nations nuclear energy chief on Tuesday reaffirmed that his agency has conducted all necessary additional visits.
IAEA dismisses Israel's call to inspect Iran facility Press TV 02 Oct 2018 -- The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has declined to "take at face value" a recent Israel's claim that Iran has a secret atomic warehouse.
Iran not to sit for talks with unreliable, unrealistic US, FM Zarif says Press TV 02 Oct 2018 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Iran will not sit for talks with the US as long as it sees no reliability and realism on the other side.
Iranian Maj. General Warns of Further Military Operations Against 'Terrorists' Sputnik 02 Oct 2018 -- Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) fired several ballistic missiles at Daesh* targets in eastern Syria on Monday in retaliation to last month's terror attack on a military parade in the city of Ahvaz.
Iranian Ballistic Missile Program is Threat - French Defense Minister Sputnik 02 Oct 2018 -- Paris previously offered to add the Iranian missile program to the 2015 nuclear deal, while Tehran refused to discuss the issue, stressing that its ballistic program is purely defensive in nature.
IAEA Says Inspected All Locations in Iran Required by Additional Protocol Sputnik 02 Oct 2018 -- The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said Tuesday it inspected all sites and locations in Iran it needed to visit under the Additional Protocol.
France Freezes Iranian Intelligence Assets In Sign Of Worsening Relations RFE/RL 02 Oct 2018 -- France says it has frozen the assets of Iran's Ministry of Security and Intelligence, as well as of two Iranian men thought to be members of the country's intelligence service, in a sign of deteriorating relations between the two countries.
French Gov't Says Freezing of Iran's Assets Linked to Foiled Attack Sputnik 02 Oct 2018 -- The news comes a day after a German court ruled to extradite Iranian diplomat Assadollah Assadi, who is suspected to be an intelligence agent, to Belgium, as he had allegedly attempted to stage a terrorist attack.
German Court OKs Extradition To Belgium Of Iranian Diplomat Suspected In Bomb Plot RFE/RL 01 Oct 2018 -- A German court has approved the extradition to Belgium of an Iranian diplomat arrested on suspicion of terrorism.
German Court Approves Extradition of Iranian Diplomat Over Bomb 'Plot' Sputnik 01 Oct 2018 -- Iranian diplomat Assadollah Assadi, who is believed to be an intelligence agent, ordered a couple to attack the rally and had given them the explosives at a June meeting in Luxembourg.
US threats of imposing sanctions on Iran 'unjust': Turkey's Erdogan Press TV 01 Oct 2018 -- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has slammed as unjust the United States' move to impose sanctions against Iran and threaten to further toughen them.
Iran-EU SPV getting finalized IRNA 01 Oct 2018 -- Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) aimed at keeping trade flowing between the European Union and Iran in the face of the US sanctions is getting finalized.
US lonelier than before: Iran nuclear chief IRNA 01 Oct 2018 -- The US is lonelier than before, Iran's nuclear chief said on Monday.
IRGC shoots 6 missiles to terrorists' positions in Syria IRNA 01 Oct 2018 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) on Monday shot 6 surface-surface ballistic missiles to takfiri terrorists' positions in eastern Euphrates Syria.
Missile attack on terrorists in Syria first stage of Iran's revenge: Top general Press TV 01 Oct 2018 -- The top Iranian general says the IRGC's Monday missile and drone attacks on terrorists' positions in Syria were just the first stage of Tehran's retaliation against those who sponsored and orchestrated a recent raid on a military parade in Iran's Ahvaz, which killed 25 and wounded over 400 people.
Iranian nation's security is our 'red line': IRGC's top commander Press TV 01 Oct 2018 -- A senior commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the missile strike against the positions of terrorists behind a recent attack in southwest Iran was aimed to show that security of the Iranian nation is a "red line" for the IRGC.
IRGC reveals details of revenge attack on terrorists Press TV 01 Oct 2018 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has released new details on its missile strike on the positions of terrorists behind a recent attack in southwest Iran.
Iran's ballistic revenge annihilates terrorists; IRGC strikes ringleaders of Ahvaz attack east of Euphrates Press TV 01 Oct 2018 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) strikes the gatherings of the ringleaders of the recent terror attack in the southwestern Iranian city of Ahvaz with several surface-to-surface ballistic missiles in an area east of the Euphrates in Syria.
Iran Fires Missiles At Militants In Syria Over Military Parade Attack RFE/RL 01 Oct 2018 -- Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) says it has fired missiles at militants in Syria to punish the alleged ringleaders of a deadly attack on a military parade in the southwest of the country.

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