March 2019 - Iran Special Weapons News

Trump will learn Iranians never submit to pressure: FM Zarif Press TV 31 Mar 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says US President Donald Trump is grasping "at every straw" to portray his failed policies on Tehran as a success, stressing that Iranians will never bow to pressure.
Iraq needs to import electricity from Iran for 3 years: Parliament speaker Press TV 30 Mar 2019 -- Iraqi Parliament Speaker Mohammed al-Halbusi says he hopes the United States will keep waiving sanctions on energy imports from neighboring Iran, noting that the Arab country will need to purchase electricity from the Islamic Republic for three years.
ICJ writes letter to US on removal of unilateral sanctions on Iran IRNA 30 Mar 2019 -- The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has written a letter to the United States, Iran's legal representative to the Court said, noting that May 15 is Washington's deadline to provide ICJ with the information and details of its measures in regard to lifting unilateral sanctions on Tehran.
ICJ sets mid-May as deadline for US to explain measures on Iran bans removal Press TV 30 Mar 2019 -- Iran says the International Court of Justice (ICJ) has set May 15 as the deadline for the US to give detailed accounts of its measures to lift sanctions on humanitarian supplies to the country.
Parliament Speaker Says Iraq Will Need To Buy Iranian Electricity For Three Years RFE/RL 30 Mar 2019 -- The speaker of Iraq's parliament wants the United States to extend a waiver that allows it to buy electricity from Iran for at least three years, saying it will take that long before the oil-rich country can manage on its own.
U.S. Official To Press Iran Sanctions With Leaders In Malaysia, Singapore, India RFE/RL 29 Mar 2019 -- A top U.S. sanctions official is in Asia to push efforts to increase pressure on Iran, saying Washington was intent on making Tehran "radioactive to the international community."
FM spox warns US against robbing Iranians' assets IRNA 28 Mar 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman says the US should know that it cannot rob Iranians from their assets by scattering lies.
US Envoy to Iran: More Sanctions, No New Oil Waivers VOA 27 Mar 2019 -- The United States will redraw government maps consistent with Washington's decision to recognize Israel's sovereignty over the Golan Heights. The move comes days after U.S. President Donald Trump signed a proclamation Monday officially granting U.S. recognition of the Golan Heights as Israeli territory.
Not too late to stop nightmare of war on Yemen, Zarif tells Saudis Press TV 26 Mar 2019 -- On the eve of the fifth year of Saudi Arabia's bloody war on Yemen, Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the regime in Riyadh should put an end to the "nightmare that this war has become."
Turkey defies US with more imports of Iranian gas Press TV 26 Mar 2019 -- Iran is increasing its natural gas exports to a number of countries, including Turkey which plans to raise imports from its energy-rich neighbor, a senior official says.
U.S. Sanctions Target Iranian-Linked 'Front Company Network' RFE/RL 26 Mar 2019 -- The U.S. Treasury Department says it has disrupted what it calls a "large scale front company network" that has transferred more than $1 billion to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and the Iranian Defense Ministry in violation of U.S. sanctions against Iran.
United States Disrupts Large Scale Front Company Network Transferring Hundreds of Millions of Dollars and Euros to the IRGC and Iran's Ministry of Defense US Treasury 26 Mar 2019 -- Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) took action against 25 individuals and entities, including a network of Iran, UAE, and Turkey-based front companies, that have transferred over a billion dollars and euros to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and Iran's Ministry of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics (MODAFL), in addition to procuring millions of dollars' worth of vehicles for MODAFL.
US Sanctions Network Supporting Iran's Revolutionary Guards VOA 26 Mar 2019 -- The U.S. on Tuesday imposed new sanctions on a network of 25 individuals and entities in Iran, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates it accused of laundering more than a billion dollars and euros that were used by Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps and defense ministry to fund terrorism in the Middle East.
Iran urges Yemen ceasefire, end to economic blockade Press TV 25 Mar 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry says the Islamic Republic supports an overarching ceasefire in Yemen while calling for an end to the "tyrannical" economic and human blockade imposed on the people of Yemen.
Trump's recognition of Golan violates international law: Iran's Parliament speaker Press TV 25 Mar 2019 -- Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani says US President Donald Trump has violated international regulations through his decision to recognize the Israeli regime's illegal occupation and annexation of the Golan Heights.
US is mad because Hezbollah resists against its plots for region, Iran says Press TV 24 Mar 2019 -- Iran has rejected as "provocative, meddlesome, and undiplomatic" the latest remarks made by US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo against the Lebanese resistance movement Hezbollah.
US sanctions targets 14 Iranian individuals, 17 entities IRNA 22 Mar 2019 -- Just one day after the US government issued a congratulatory message to the Iranian nation on the occasion of the New Year according to the Persian calendar year, it sanctioned 14 Iranian individuals as well as 17 organizations for supporting Iran's "defensive entities".
Renewal of UN rights rapporteur's mandate unjust, unwarranted: Iran Press TV 22 Mar 2019 -- Iran has condemned as "unjust and unwarranted" a UN Human Rights Council resolution to renew the mandate of the UN special rapporteur on the human rights situation in the Islamic Republic, saying it was a politically-motivated move by a few countries abusing UN mechanisms.
U.S. Hits Iran With New Sanctions Over Nuclear, Missile Research Programs RFE/RL 22 Mar 2019 -- The United States has hit Tehran with new sanctions, targeting 31 Iranian scientists, technicians, and companies it says have been involved in the country's nuclear and missile research and development programs.
US Issues Iran-Linked Sanctions, Citing Alleged Iran's Proliferation of WMD Sputnik 22 Mar 2019 -- The United States has sanctioned 31 people and entities over Iran's alleged proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, a senior administration official told reporters on Friday.
The Imposition of New U.S. Sanctions in Connection With a Key Iranian Nuclear Organization as Iran Refuses To Answer Questions Related to its Secret Nuclear Archive US Dept. of State 22 Mar 2019 -- Today, the Departments of State and the Treasury designated 31 Iranian entities and individuals under Executive Order (E.O.) 13382, which targets proliferators of weapons of mass destruction (WMD) and WMD delivery systems and their supporters.
United States Imposes New Nuclear Sanctions on Iran as it Refuses To Answer Questions Related to Its Secret Nuclear Archive US Dept. of State 22 Mar 2019 -- The Trump administration continues to hold the Iranian regime accountable for activities that threaten the region's stability and harm the Iranian people. This includes ensuring that Iran never develops a nuclear weapon.
Senior Administration Officials on Iran US Dept. of State 22 Mar 2019 -- Special Briefing
U.S. Government Sanctions Organizations and Individuals in Connection with an Iranian Defense Entity Linked to Iran's Previous Nuclear Weapons Effort US Treasury 22 Mar 2019 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), together with the U.S. Department of State, designated 14 individuals and 17 entities today in connection with Iran's Organization of Defensive Innovation and Research (SPND), which has provided support to designated Iranian defense entities and whose key personnel played a central role in the Iranian regime's past nuclear weapons effort.
Iran's Armed Forces in best position to counter enemies IRNA 21 Mar 2019 -- Commander of Iranian Army's Ground Force Brigadier General Kioumars Heidari said the Armed Forces are more prepared than ever before to confront any kinds of threats by the enemies.
Iranians seize opportunity of economic hardship caused by US to advance, FM Zarif says Press TV 21 Mar 2019 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Iran has "proudly outlived" many aggressors throughout history and seized the opportunity of economic hardship to make progress.
Ayatollah Khamenei: Iran will defeat economic war, but it is not enough Press TV 21 Mar 2019 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the enemy is waging an "economic war" on Iran, but the country will defeat it.
Turkey, Iran Join Forces Against Kurdish Rebels VOA 20 Mar 2019 -- Turkey is heralding as groundbreaking a joint military operation with Iran against Kurdish rebel groups. Turkish-Iranian relations have markedly improved, to the concern of Turkey's Western allies.
Iran military Spox denies any joint operation with Turkey IRNA 20 Mar 2019 -- Spokesman of the Iranian Armed Forces Abolfazl Shekarchi said Iran has no plan to hold joint military operations with Turkey at border points.
Iran dismisses Israeli hacking claims as 'lies' meant to spread Iranophobia Press TV 20 Mar 2019 -- Iran says reports that it has hacked into the phones of Israeli officials are part of the "lies" Tel Aviv spreads against the Islamic Republic on a daily basis, asserting that Tehran would rather put its technological prowess to good use.
Pompeo, Netanyahu Vow to Roll Back Iranian Aggression VOA 20 Mar 2019 -- U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu are vowing to counter what they call Iran's aggression in the Middle East.
In Middle East, Pompeo Seeks Regional Support Against Iran VOA 20 Mar 2019 -- U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is in the Middle East for regional security talks as Washington looks to draw new support in its opposition to Iranian aggression.
Iran will never allow others to decide its fate: Zarif Press TV 20 Mar 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the Iranian nation's struggle to nationalize the country's oil industry in 1951 is proof that the country will never allow others to decide its fate.
Iran's new gas phases free up export capacity for Asians Press TV 20 Mar 2019 -- The first shipment from phase 13 of South Pars, including 300,000 barrels of gas condensate, has been delivered for export, operator of the phase which was inaugurated Sunday has said.
Iran vows to defend oil shipments, urges UNSC to address Netanyahu's threats Press TV 20 Mar 2019 -- Iran has called on the United Nations Security Council to address the Israeli regime's "provocative" policies, warning that it will not hesitate to exercise its right to self-defense if the regime proceeds with its threats of blocking Iranian oil shipments.
US renews waiver for Iraq to continue Iran trade Press TV 20 Mar 2019 -- The Trump administration says it is extending a 90-day waiver for the second time to let Iraq continue energy imports from Iran which is under draconian US sanctions.
Pompeo, Netanyahu Discuss How To Counter 'Iranian Aggression' RFE/RL 20 Mar 2019 -- U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have discussed ways to "roll back Iranian aggression" in the region and around the world, the Israeli leader said after the two met in Jerusalem.
US Extends Iraq Waiver for Purchasing Electricity From Iran for 3 Months Sputnik 20 Mar 2019 -- The United States has extended for 90 days its waiver which exempts Iraq from sanctions for buying electricity from Iran, a State Department spokesperson told Sputnik on Wednesday.
U.S. Official: Iran Destabilizing Region, Heightening Risks Of Arms Race RFE/RL 20 Mar 2019 -- Iran's missile program is destabilizing the Middle East and raising the risk of a "regional arms race," a senior U.S. arms control official has said.
U.S. Extends Waiver To Allow Iraq To Buy Iranian Energy Supplies RFE/RL 20 Mar 2019 -- The United States is extending a waiver to allow Iraq to continue to buy electricity from Iran, despite sanctions imposed by Washington targeting Tehran's energy sector.
Exclusive: US Vows to Pursue Ship Owners Who Violate Iran Oil Sanctions VOA 19 Mar 2019 -- A senior U.S. official says Washington is monitoring ships involved in clandestine transfers of Iranian oil and will hold anyone involved in such transfers responsible for violating U.S. sanctions against Iran.
Turkish President Claims Iran Joins Military Offensive Against Kurdish Separatists RFE/RL 19 Mar 2019 -- Turkey has repeated its claim that it and Iran are jointly carrying out a military operation against Kurdish separatists, although semiofficial Iranian media quoted the military as denying it was involved.
Pakistan to start fencing border with Iran next week IRNA 19 Mar 2019 -- Pakistan is going to start fencing border with Iran next week, a senior Pakistani Army Commander says.
South Korea quadruples imports of Iranian oil: Yonhap Press TV 19 Mar 2019 -- South Korea's imports of Iranian oil more than quadrupled in February from a month ago, nearing levels before US sanctions on Tehran, Yonhap news agency reported Tuesday, citing government data.
Iranians Need Jobs, Not Curses, U.S. Diplomat Tells Rohani RFE/RL 19 Mar 2019 -- A senior U.S. diplomat has told President Hassan Rohani that he should give Iranians jobs and employment instead of urging them to curse the United States for their country's deteriorating economic situation.
Iran Hints at Using Foreign Militias in Domestic Crackdown VOA 18 Mar 2019 -- An influential Iranian cleric says Iran might bring Shiite militias to the country from other parts of the Middle East to fight threats to the government.
Iran not involved in Turkey operation against PKK: Military source Press TV 18 Mar 2019 -- An informed Iranian military source has denied Turkish interior minister's comments that Tehran carried out a joint operation with Ankara against the outlawed Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) militant group.
Illegal foreign forces must leave Syria: Iran Chief of Staff ISNA 18 Mar 2019 -- Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces says foreign forces, who are illegally present in Syria's northwestern province of Idlib and east of the Euphrates, should leave these areas at the earliest.
Mogherini insists on EU-China cooperation to adhere JCPOA ISNA 18 Mar 2019 -- EU foreign policy chief, Federica Mogherini stressed on assuring EU and China's commitment to Iran's nuclear deal, alone with other areas of their cooperation.
President at session of Administrative Council of Bushehr Province: Opening 4 phases of South Pars in one day matter of national pride ISNA 18 Mar 2019 -- Iranian President described the opening of four phases of South Pars Gas Field in one day a matter of national pride and said, "Without the JCPOA, opening 15 phases of South Pars in such a short time would have been impossible".
Rouhani: Iran to take legal action against US over sanctions Press TV 18 Mar 2019 -- President Hassan Rouhani says the government will sue US officials behind draconian sanctions on the country in Iranian courts before taking the case to international courts of justice.
Tehran to File Legal Case Against US Over Sanctions - Iranian President Rouhani Sputnik 18 Mar 2019 -- Iran's president also noted that the restrictions have affected the value of the country's currency, the rial, noting, however, that they would overcome these issues.
Two destroyers to join Iran's Navy: Cmdr IRNA 17 Mar 2019 -- Commander of the Iranian Navy announced that two destroyers Damavand and Dena will soon join the country's naval fleet.
Iran's Naval Fleet departs for Strait of Bab-el-Mandeb IRNA 17 Mar 2019 -- The commander of the South Naval Fleet Headquarters of the Iranian Navy announced that the 61 Naval Fleet of the Navy departed for the Strait of Bab-el-Mandeb.
Defying US sanctions, Iran inaugurates new South Pars gas field phases Press TV 17 Mar 2019 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani has inaugurated four new phases of the huge offshore South Pars gas field in a move, which has been seen as a clear sign of the failure of US sanctions against the country.
Iran sends naval group to Bab el-Mandeb Strait Press TV 17 Mar 2019 -- Iran's Navy has dispatched its 61st naval group, comprising a destroyer and a logistical vessel, on a mission to the Bab el-Mandeb Strait to ensure the security of the shipping routes used by Iranian vessels.
Iran's military overhauls components of Ground Forces Press TV 17 Mar 2019 -- The commander of the Iranian Army's Ground Forces says the country has boosted the Forces' various subcategories in a major overhaul.
Iran Dispatches Flotilla to Major Shipping Corridor Off Yemeni Coast Sputnik 17 Mar 2019 -- Last week, Iranian Navy ships successfully fended off an attack against an oil tanker carrying some 150,000 metric tonnes of oil after it was ambushed by nearly a dozen pirate speedboats in the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait.
Iran Promises to Unveil 100+ 'Nuclear Achievements' to 'Send Message to Enemies' Sputnik 17 Mar 2019 -- Tehran is prohibited from developing nuclear technology for military uses under the terms of the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) nuclear deal, which Iran remains committed to despite the US' decision to unilaterally withdraw from the treaty last May.
Zarif stresses peace, stability promotion in Afghanistan, pledges Iran's support for Afghans Press TV 16 Mar 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says only the Afghan people should decide on their country's internal affairs, reaffirming Iran's support for its eastern neighbor in promoting peace.
Four new phases of South Pars ready to be launched IRNA 16 Mar 2019 -- Four new phases of the 13, 22, 23 and 24 South Pars will be officially commissioned on Sunday in a ceremony at the presence of President Hassan Rouhani.
Iran exports from South Pars gas fields growing despite US bans IRNA 16 Mar 2019 -- Iran's export of gas condensate from South Pars Gas Field in the Persian Gulf region has witnessed 15 percent increase in January and February 2019 compared with similar period last year, a senior Iranian official in economic affairs said on Saturday.
Iranian mechanism proportionate to INSTEX to be registered soon IRNA 16 Mar 2019 -- Governor of Central Bank of Iran (CBI) Abdolnasser Hemmati announced late on Friday that the mechanism proportionate to the channel introduced by the three European states will soon be registered in Tehran.
Iranian mechanism of INSTEX to be registered soon ISNA 16 Mar 2019 -- Special Trade and Financial Instrument (STFI) designed as Iran's mechanism for Instrument in Support of Trade Exchanges (INSTEX) is due to be registered soon in Tehran, Governor of Iran's Central Bank, Abdolnaser Hemmati announced.
Iran to unveil 112 new nuclear achievements in April: AEOI Press TV 16 Mar 2019 -- The spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says the Islamic Republic will unveil 112 new nuclear achievements in April.
US officials offered Iranian engineer cash to take down Tehran's power grid: Report Press TV 15 Mar 2019 -- Middle East commentator and analyst Sharmine Narwani, a former senior associate at Oxford University, has claimed that an Iranian-American engineer was offered money by US officials to conduct a sabotage mission targeting the power grid of Tehran, Iran's capital city.
Spokesman: US biggest violator of Iranians' human rights IRNA 14 Mar 2019 -- Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qasemi said the US government is the biggest violator of Iranians' human rights because it has spared no efforts to impose illegal and unilateral sanctions.
IRGC owns largest assault bomber drone IRNA 14 Mar 2019 -- A large scale military maneuver of assault- combat drones of Islamic Revolution Guardian Corps (IRGC) Airspace Forces dubbed as;' Till Beit-ul-Moqqadas 1' held in Persian Gulf.
Iranian official rejects US secretary of state's 'fabricated' allegations Press TV 14 Mar 2019 -- A senior Iranian official has dismissed US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's recent claims about Iran's regional role as "fabricated," saying the United States practices fear-mongering in order to sell more arms to the countries in the region.
Leader urges 'maximum mobilization' in face of enemy threats Press TV 14 Mar 2019 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei warns that the US and the Israeli regime have been doing all in their power to advance their hostile campaign against the Iranian nation, calling for "maximum mobilization" in the face of enemy threats.
Iran's IRGC holds massive drone drills in Persian Gulf region Press TV 14 Mar 2019 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) holds offensive-combat drone exercises in the Persian Gulf region, involving dozens of RQ-170 stealth unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) that Tehran has manufactured based on a model of a US Sentinel drone it captured unharmed in 2011.
U.S. Looks To Cut Iran Oil Exports '20 Percent' To Below 1 Million Barrels A Day RFE/RL 14 Mar 2019 -- The United States wants to slash Iran's crude-oil exports by some 20 percent beginning in May by demanding that importers reduce purchases or face U.S. sanctions, Reuters news agency reports.
Banned! Thousands Of Iranian Actors, Filmmakers On Secret Blacklist RFE/RL 14 Mar 2019 -- Thousands of Iranian filmmakers, actors, and other artists are on a secret government blacklist that bans them from working or having their work shown in public.
IRGC Holds Massive Drone Drills in Persian Gulf - Reports Sputnik 14 Mar 2019 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) conducted on Thursday massive exercises, involving combat drones flying over the Persian Gulf waters, Mehr News Agency reported.
US Rights Report Highlights Venezuela, Iran, China VOA 13 Mar 2019 -- The U.S. State Department is painting a grim picture of violations and abuses in countries that already have dismal records in its "Country Reports on Human Rights Practices for 2018."
U.S. Charges Russia, Iran With Serious Rights Abuses In Annual Report RFE/RL 13 Mar 2019 -- The United States has charged Russia and Iran with committing a range of serious human rights abuses both domestically and abroad in an annual State Department report.
Iranian minister predicts booming defense industry next year IRNA 13 Mar 2019 -- The new Persian year beginning on March 21, 2019 was dubbed as Iran's year of Defense Products and Achievements Booms by the country's defense minister.
To avoid arms race, multilateral mechanisms such as JCPOA Needed: Mogherini ISNA 13 Mar 2019 -- Multilateral mechanisms such as the international nuclear deal with Iran are needed to avert a new arms race that would threaten international security, EU foreign policy chief, Federica Mogherini said during a United Nations Security Council meeting.
Iran, Iraq can play more significant role in solving regional, global issues: Rouhani Press TV 13 Mar 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says Iran and Iraq can further cooperate and play a more significant role in solving regional and international issues.
Iran says will keep watchful eye on foreign military bases, warns about 'suspicious' nuclear projects Press TV 13 Mar 2019 -- The secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) has warned about "suspicious nuclear projects" pursued by certain regional countries as well as efforts aimed at undermining the security of the Islamic Republic and the region.
Iran overtakes Qatar in South Pars with new gas phases Press TV 13 Mar 2019 -- Iran on Sunday will launch four new development phases of the world's largest gas field at South Pars with a capacity to produce 112 million cubic meters per day, the Ministry of Petroleum says.
Defense chief vows 'firm' response to any Israeli act of 'piracy' against Iran oil shipments Press TV 13 Mar 2019 -- Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami says Iran views any Israeli naval action against the country's oil shipments as "piracy," vowing a "firm" response to such an assault.
Tehran Vows to Respond to Israeli Navy's Actions Against Iranian Oil Sales Sputnik 13 Mar 2019 -- On 6 March, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called on the world community to stop Iran from shipping oil abroad. He also threatened to deploy the Israeli Navy to help tackle suspected Iranian efforts to smuggle out oil via maritime routes to skirt US sanctions.
UN Expert Criticizes Crackdown on Protesters in Iran VOA 13 Mar 2019 -- A report critical of Iran's human rights situation and its crackdown on people protesting declining living standards is under review this week at the U.N. Human Rights Council.
PMF has key role in Iraq's stability, culture, solidarity: Iran President ISNA 12 Mar 2019 -- President of the Islamic Republic of Iran stated that today, the Iranian and Iraqi governments are determined to develop all-inclusive relations between the two countries, and stressed that all authorities should work in this regard.
60th Naval Fleet of Iran berths in Muscat IRNA 12 Mar 2019 -- The 60th Naval Fleet of Iran's Navy comprising Bayandor destroyer, Lavan and Bushehr vessels berthed in the Omani port of Sultan Qaboos.
Iran to increase 'defense capabilities': Minister IRNA 12 Mar 2019 -- Iran says it will strengthen its defense capabilities to protect peace and security in the region.
INSTEX, Iran meet on financial mechanism IRNA 12 Mar 2019 -- Meeting of Iranian experts with senior managers of Instrument in Support of Trade Exchanges (INSTEX) to operate a mechanism to support trade between Iran and Europe and how it cooperates with the relevant Iranian institutions is underway.
Iran to US: Era of meddling in other countries over Press TV 12 Mar 2019 -- Tehran slams the US for sticking to its interventionist policies after an American official sought to cast doubt on the motives of the Iranian president's trip to Iraq, saying the two neighbors have chosen to build strategic relations based on good neighborliness and seek permission from no one for their choices.
Former American generals, diplomats urge Trump to return to Iran nuclear deal Press TV 12 Mar 2019 -- More than 50 retired American generals and diplomats have called on the administration of President Donald Trump to return to the 2015 nuclear deal with Iran, now that Tehran remains fully compliant with its end of the bargain.
Iran's Controversial Judiciary Chief Becomes Key Panel's Deputy Chief RFE/RL 12 Mar 2019 -- Iran's newly appointed head of the judiciary, a controversial hard-line cleric accused of gross human rights violations, has been elected as deputy chief of the body that names and oversees the work of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, local media report.
Message to the Congress on the Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Iran The White House 12 Mar 2019
Text of a Notice on the Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Iran The White House 12 Mar 2019
In joint statement, Iran, Iraq hail 'turning point' in 'strategic' cooperation Press TV 12 Mar 2019 -- Tehran and Baghdad have hailed Iranian President Hassan Rouhani's historic three-day visit to Iraq as a "turning point" in efforts to strengthen "strategic" cooperation between the two neighbors based on non-interference in each other's internal affairs.
Zarif says US can't stop Iran-Iraq relations Press TV 12 Mar 2019 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the United States cannot "stop" Iran and Iraq's mutual relations, reminding that Baghdad has established the ties of its own accord.
US Official: Iranian Regime Wants Iraq to Become a Province of Iran VOA 12 Mar 2019 -- U.S. Special Representative for Iran, Brian Hook, blasted Iranian President Hassan Rouhani's visit to Iraq and accused his government of trying to control Iraq by fueling sectarian conflict in the country.
Report: Iran Preparing for Role in Syria's Reconstruction VOA 11 Mar 2019 -- Iranian construction companies are to build thousands of residential units in the suburbs of Syria's capital, Damascus, an Iranian state-run news agency has reported.
Iran's new judiciary chief vows to transform legal system Press TV 11 Mar 2019 -- Iran's new chief justice, Hojjatoleslam Ebrahim Raeisi, has pledged a legal transformation to address the country's changing priorities in the "second phase" of the Islamic Revolution.
Syrian diplomat: Iran, Russia have priority for reconstruction of Syria IRNA 11 Mar 2019 -- Syrian Chargé d'affaires in Iran says the proposal of tariff reduction to zero for commodity exchanges between Iran and Syria are under examination in the joint economic commissions of the two countries, and Iran and Russia are in priority for Syria's reconstruction.
Iran to have active presence in rebuilding Syria: Official IRNA 11 Mar 2019 -- A member of the Executive Board of Iran's Chamber of Cooperatives emphasized that the Iranian people will accompany the Syrian people in the reconstruction of Syria, which is a very difficult and time-consuming task.
Iran should play major role in rebuilding Syria: Syrian Official IRNA 11 Mar 2019 -- The head of a visiting Syrian business delegation insisted that Iran stood by the Syrian people in hard days and for this reason it should have major contribution to the reconstruction of Syria.
Time ripe for Syria's reconstruction: Official IRNA 11 Mar 2019 -- Deputy head of Iran's Chamber of Cooperatives, said that the elimination of the enemies of Syria was carried out with the help of the Syrian people and the Iran's cooperation and now the time is ripe for reconstruction, with pace and the least time.
Iran's Rohani In Iraq On First Official Visit RFE/RL 11 Mar 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rohani is on a three-day visit to Iraq, seeking to bolster Tehran's influence in the neighboring country and expand commercial ties as Baghdad is under pressure from the United States to limit ties with Tehran.
A more secure, stable Iraq makes more secure region: Iran President ISNA 11 Mar 2019 -- Stating that, "In Iraq, we feel at home," Iranian President said, "Relations between the two Iranian and Iraqi nations go back to thousands of years ago, and we are willing to further develop our religious, cultural, historical and regional relations".
Unlike Saudi Arabia, Iran seeks no tension with any country: FM Zarif Press TV 10 Mar 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says unlike Riyadh, Tehran does not seek tension with any country in the region, including Saudi Arabia.
Iraq will not be part of US sanctions regime against Iran: President Salih Press TV 10 Mar 2019 -- Iraq's President Barham Salih says his country will not be part of a regime of unilateral sanctions imposed by the United States against Iran and will do its best to reduce the damage done to the Iranian nation as a result of the bans.
Iran will be opening new chapter with Iraq: Zarif Press TV 10 Mar 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says an upcoming visit by President Hassan Rouhani to Iraq – the president's first – will be the beginning of a new chapter in Tehran-Baghdad relations.
Iran president urges Europe to compensate for US JCPOA pullout IRNA 09 Mar 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani called on Europe to compensate for US withdrawal from Iran nuclear deal also known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Rouhani urges Pakistan's decisive action against anti-Iran terrorists Press TV 09 Mar 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani urges Pakistan to take firm action in dealing with terrorists acting against the Islamic Republic.
Iran president voices readiness to cooperate with new Judiciary chief Press TV 09 Mar 2019 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani has congratulated Hojjatoleslam Ebrahim Raeisi on his appointment as the new Judiciary chief, expressing his readiness for mutual cooperation.
Iran's Rohani Calls For 'Decisive' Action From Pakistan In Wake Of Border Attack RFE/RL 09 Mar 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rohani has called for what he called "decisive" action by Pakistan in the wake of a deadly suicide attack in a border area.
Iran Urges Pakistan to Crush Terrorists 'Whose Source of Financing & Arms Known' Sputnik 09 Mar 2019 -- Tensions between Iran and Pakistan escalated last month after a deadly car bombing attack on a bus carrying Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps servicemen killed at least 27 and left 13 others wounded, with two Pakistani nationals suspected of involvement in the crime.
US Letter Urges UN to Take Action Against Iran's Ballistic Missiles - Reports Sputnik 09 Mar 2019 -- The acting US representative to the UN Jonathan Cohen accused Iran of intensifying its efforts to develop ballistic missile technology, while other members of the Security Council note that there has been no breach of the UN resolution.
Iran Navy foils pirate attack on oil tanker in Gulf of Aden Press TV 08 Mar 2019 -- Iran's naval forces have successfully thwarted a pirate attack on an Iranian oil tanker in the Gulf of Aden.
US accuses Iran of defying UN resolution, calls for tough bans Press TV 08 Mar 2019 -- The US has accused Iran of violating the UN Security Council Resolution 2231 by testing one of its ballistic missiles and launching two satellites, urging the world body to restore "tougher international sanctions" against the Islamic Republic.
U.S. Urges New UN Sanctions On Iran For Missile, Satellite Launches RFE/RL 08 Mar 2019 -- The United States has urged the United Nations Security Council to impose sanctions on Iran over its recent ballistic-missile test and launches of two satellites, saying they violate the world body's resolutions.
US Calls on UN to Re-Impose Restrictions on Iran's Missiles Program SPA 08 Mar 2019 -- The United States has accused Iran of defying a UN Security Council resolution by launching a ballistic missile and two industrial satellites since last December, urging the UN Security Council to re-impose tougher international restrictions on Tehran.
Ayatollah Khamenei appoints Iran's new Judiciary chief Press TV 07 Mar 2019 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has appointed veteran judicial official, Hojjatoleslam Ebrahim Raeisi, as new head of Iran's Judiciary.
'Serious Rights Violator' Appointed Head Of Iran's Judiciary RFE/RL 07 Mar 2019 -- Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has appointed a controversial hard-line cleric accused of gross human rights violations as head of the country's influential Judiciary.
India says seeks US waiver to maintain current oil import from Iran Press TV 07 Mar 2019 -- India has said that it plans to maintain Iran oil import at the current level and is negotiating with the US to secure an extended exemption from US sanctions targeting Iran's energy sector.
Rouhani hails Iran as one of key decision makers for regional security Press TV 07 Mar 2019 -- President Hassan Rouhani hails Iran's successful role in efforts to restore peace and security to the Middle East, saying the county has now turned into a key decision maker for regional security.
Iran, Iraq reaffirm resolve to bolster neighborly ties Press TV 07 Mar 2019 -- Iraq's top parliamentarian holds talks with high-ranking Iranian officials on a wide range of issues, including ways to bolster bilateral relations, uproot terrorism and strengthen regional peace.
Netanyahu Threatens to Deploy Israeli Navy to Enforce US Oil Sanctions on Iran Sputnik 07 Mar 2019 -- Earlier, despite threats to bring Tehran's crude oil exports down "to zero," Washington granted 'temporary waivers' on Iranian oil to major importers including China, India, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Greece, and Turkey, as well as Taiwan. Unless they are renewed, these waivers may expire in May.
Iran Hopes New Trade Mechanism Ready For Business Within Weeks RFE/RL 06 Mar 2019 -- Iran says it hopes a new trade mechanism that allows foreign firms to conduct business with Tehran will be up and running within two weeks.
Iran hails Iraq's security situation after Daesh defeat Press TV 06 Mar 2019 -- Iran's Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani has expressed satisfaction with the current security situation in neighboring Iraq, which managed to defeat the Takfiri terror group of Daesh in late 2017 with the help of Tehran.
EU Envoys Agree To Prolong Sanctions Against Iranian Human Rights Abusers RFE/RL 06 Mar 2019 -- European Union ambassadors have decided to leave sanctions imposed on dozens of Iranians accused of severe human rights abuses in place for another year.
US, Rights Activists Slam Iran's Appointment of New Judiciary Chief VOA 06 Mar 2019 -- The United States and rights activists are criticizing Iran for selecting as its new judiciary chief a conservative cleric allegedly involved in mass executions of dissidents in the 1980s.
World hails Iran's commitment to JCPOA IRNA 06 Mar 2019 -- The international community in expressed satisfaction over the IAEA report on Iran nuclear deal, is urging Iran to continue its compliance with the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
EU reiterates support for Iran Deal IRNA 06 Mar 2019 -- European Union on Wednesday described Iran deal as 'an achievement of multilateral diplomacy' and expressed its 'resolute commitment' to it.
EU, Russia, China reaffirm support for Iran nuclear deal Press TV 06 Mar 2019 -- Iran says the remaining signatories of the 2015 nuclear deal have reaffirmed their "strong support" for the Islamic Republic despite the United States' decision to unilaterally leave the agreement last year.
US opposes Iran due to Tehran's refusal to be submissive: President Rouhani Press TV 06 Mar 2019 -- President Hassan Rouhani says the United States is at odds with Iran because of the Islamic Republic's refusal to be submissive to America, as it used to be before the Islamic Revolution of 1979.
Russian diplomat: US blackmailing countries cooperating with Iran Press TV 06 Mar 2019 -- Russia's permanent representative to Vienna-based international organizations says the United States has been "blackmailing" countries doing business with Iran since pulling out of the multilateral 2015 nuclear deal.
JCPOA Joint Commission to convene in Vienna ISNA 05 Mar 2019 -- The fresh round of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) joint commission meeting will be held in Vienna on Wednesday.
Missile building, just an example of Iran's developments: FM IRNA 04 Mar 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Monday that Iran is not dependent on others in any area and that building missiles is just one example of the developments made by the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Iran FM spox: Europe mission on INSTEX to visit Iran IRNA 04 Mar 2019 -- The spokesman of Iran Ministry of Foreign Affairs Bahram Qasemi said in his weekly press conference on Monday that a European delegation is to visit Tehran to discuss Instrument in Support of Trade Exchanges (INSTEX).
IAEA Chief: Iran implementing its JCPOA commitments IRNA 04 Mar 2019 -- Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) reiterated the fact that Iran is implementing its commitments under the nuclear deal, also known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Iran chief of staff urges deterrence promotion IRNA 04 Mar 2019 -- The chief of staff of Armed Forces of Iran urged the researchers in the field of defense on Monday to devise a new road map to be able to produce more deterrent power to heighten Islamic Establishment's authority more than before.
European delegation to visit Iran to meet officials over INSTEX ISNA 04 Mar 2019 -- A European delegation in charge of Instrument in Support of Trade Exchanges, known as INSTEX will visit Tehran in the near future to discuss the issue with Iranian officials, Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman, Bahram Qassemi announced.
Iran implementing its commitments under JCPOA: Amano ISNA 04 Mar 2019 -- Iran is implementing its nuclear-related commitments under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) and it is essential that Iran continues to fully implement those commitments, the director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Yukiya Amano said on Monday.
Don't rely on EU package for resolving economic issues: Ayatollah Khamenei ISNA 04 Mar 2019 -- In a meeting with the cabinet members on July 15, 2018, the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Khamenei made important statements regarding the European Commission's support package for Iran. These statements are published for the first time by Khamenei.ir.
Zarif: IAEA's verification counters Israel, US lies Press TV 04 Mar 2019 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the United Nations nuclear watchdog's verification for the 14th time of Iran's continued commitment to its nuclear deal with world countries flies in the face of Israeli and American "lies."
Iran expels Dutch diplomats in reciprocal move: FM Zarif Press TV 04 Mar 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the country has declared two Dutch diplomats persona non grata in reaction to the Netherland's "illegal" expulsion of two Iranian diplomats on false accusations.
Iran's missile self-sufficiency angers US, some Western countries: FM Zarif Press TV 04 Mar 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the United States and some Western countries are angry with Iran, because the Islamic Republic has become self-sufficient in its missile industry.
IAEA head Amano reaffirms Iran's compliance with nuclear deal Press TV 04 Mar 2019 -- The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has once again reaffirmed Iran's compliance with its nuclear-related commitments under a 2015 deal, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Don't waste time with Europe: Leader advised government Press TV 04 Mar 2019 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei never trusted Europeans with their pledge to save the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, a new video clip released on Monday shows.
Netherlands Recalls Iran Envoy Amid Dispute RFE/RL 04 Mar 2019 -- The Netherlands' foreign minister says he has recalled the country's ambassador to Iran for "consultations" after Tehran expelled two Dutch diplomats amid escalating tensions between the two countries.
Iran's Khamenei Says Tehran Should Not Bet on Europe in Battling US Sanctions Sputnik 04 Mar 2019 -- After a series of penalties were re-imposed on Iran following the US' JCPOA pull-out, Washington started pushing Tehran for a new accord with a new set of conditions; however, other signatories to the deal, namely China, Russia, France, the UK, and Germany, have insisted that Tehran should stick to the agreement.
Iran's missile policies based on national interests: Top security official IRNA 03 Mar 2019 -- The Secretary of National Security Council of Iran Ali Shamkhani said on Sunday that Tehran based its missile power policies on its own national interests and the threats and stressed that these policies are non-negotiable.
Iran reject's UAE FM's false claims at OIC meeting ISNA 03 Mar 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman, Bahram Qassemi says some countries have got used to making false claims in order to cover up their destructive policies.
Iran to stay in Syria as long as Damascus wants: Shamkhani ISNA 03 Mar 2019 -- Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Shamkhani stressed Iran will stay in Syria as long as the Arab country demands Tehran's assistance to help Syrian government and nation.
Report: Iran Forming All-Syrian Militia in Syria VOA 02 Mar 2019 -- Iranian military advisers in Syria are reportedly forming a new militia in the country under their supervision with the aim of boosting an Iranian agenda in the region, a rights group said in a recent report.
Radar, navigation aid systems unveiled IRNA 01 Mar 2019 -- The radar and navigation aid systems of Moein 40 and Nasser 40 were unveiled in the presence of Khatamulanbia Air Defense Commander Ali-Reza Sabahibard.

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