June 2019 - Iran Special Weapons News

INSTEX operational, Iran says EU should buy oil IRNA 30 Jun 2019 -- EU Instrument in Support of Trade Exchanges (INSTEX) is now operational with Iran saying that the European partners need to buy oil from Iran to regulate the trade relations paralyzed over the past one year after US withdrew from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action.
Official: China complying with its commitment to Arak reactor IRNA 30 Jun 2019 -- Director general of the Department of Arms Control of the Chinese Foreign Ministry Fu Cong said that China is complying with its commitments to Arak reactor.
INSTEX without capital is like a beautiful car without fuel: Iran IRNA 30 Jun 2019 -- Iran's ambassador and permanent representative to the United Nations called on Saturday the European payment mechanism for trade with Iran, INSTEX, "a beautiful car without fuel", saying it's not enough at this stage.
Talks with US not possible unless Trump returns to JCPOA: Iran Press TV 30 Jun 2019 -- Iran's ambassador to the UN has suggested that Tehran-Washington talks would not be possible unless President Donald Trump reverses his decision to pull the US out of the 2015 nuclear deal.
Iran CBI chief calls for change in funding mechanism for Instex Press TV 30 Jun 2019 -- The governor of the Central Bank of Iran (CBI) has proposed that a financial mechanism initiated by European powers to circumvent US sanctions on Iran, known as Instex, could be funded by future sales of Iran's oil so that trade between Tehran and Europe can continue.
No Other Country but Iran Dares to Counter US – Deputy IRGC Chief Sputnik 30 Jun 2019 -- Tensions between the US and Iran reached a climax on 20 June after the downing of a US unmanned aerial vehicle that Iran claimed was conducting its operations in violation of the Islamic Republic's airspace. Iran has since filed a formal complaint to the UN, "over the aggression against our airspace," the document reads.
Iran to Exceed Enriched Uranium Limit Under JCPOA Soon – Reports Sputnik 30 Jun 2019 -- Iran reportedly will soon exceed the enriched uranium limit under its nuclear deal after the remaining signatories of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) were unable to introduce a satisfying mechanism that would allow interactions with Tehran and bypass US sanctions.
US claims Saudi pipeline attack originated from Iraq, not Yemen: Report Press TV 29 Jun 2019 -- A US report says American officials claimed that the drone attacks on Saudi Arabia's oil pipeline in May originated from Iraq, not Yemen.
JCPOA signatories stress lifting sanctions as main part of deal IRNA 29 Jun 2019 -- The participants of the JCPOA joint commission meeting in Vienna in a statement underlined the fact that lifting sanctions is the most important part of the deal and reviewed their respective commitments in this regard.
Russia shows interest to join INSTEX IRNA 29 Jun 2019 -- Russian deputy foreign minister said at the end of JCPOA Joint Commission's meeting in Vienna on Friday that his country is interested to join the Instrument in Support of Trade Exchanges (INSTEX) to do financial interaction with Iran.
EU' adherence to JCPOA main reason for Iran's stay in it: Spox IRNA 29 Jun 2019 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi said Iran will probably remain in the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) provided European parties stay faithful to their commitments as well.
JCPOA malfunctioning, Iran not to shoulder it on its own: UN envoy Press TV 29 Jun 2019 -- Iran's permanent ambassador to the United Nations has warned that a 2015 nuclear deal signed between the country and global powers, known as the JCPOA, is not functioning properly because parties to the deal have not done enough to save it since the United States pulled out of the agreement in May 2018.
Iran will respond to US pressure with resistance, not diplomacy: Spokesman Press TV 29 Jun 2019 -- Iran has dismissed assertions by US officials that the country should choose the path of diplomacy to deal with Washington, saying the country will stick to its policy of resisting the American pressure.
Iran defense industry to help car project abandoned by Peugeot Press TV 29 Jun 2019 -- Iran's defense industry is to offer expertise to save a major car project which suffered after France-based company PSA Peugeot Citroën left the country under pressure of sanctions from the United States.
Iran to mount resistance in face of US pressures as it repelled Iraq's 1980s war: Zarif Press TV 29 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the Islamic Republic will continue to put up spirited resistance in the face of the United States' "maximum pressure" campaign, just as it persevered during the 1980s Iran-Iraq war.
Russia: JCPOA sides to help Iran export heavy water Press TV 29 Jun 2019 -- Russia says the signatories to the 2015 nuclear deal with Iran are seeking to introduce measures that will enable Tehran to resume exports of low enriched uranium and heavy water despite US sanctions.
Tehran Mocks 'Totally Useless' US Sanctions as Europe's Iran Trade Mechanism Comes Online Sputnik 29 Jun 2019 -- Already tense relations between Tehran and Washington went into a tailspin last week, after President Trump slapped the Islamic Republic with new sanctions and threatened the country with "obliteration" after Iran's Revolutionary Guards shot down a US spy drone they said was operating in Iranian airspace.
Iran: EEAS Chair statement on JCPOA Meeting in Vienna UK FCO 28 Jun 2019 -- Statement following the 28 June 2019 meeting of the Joint Commission of the Iran Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action.
US Senate rejects bid to limit Trump's Iran war power Press TV 28 Jun 2019 -- Republican senators have blocked a largely Democratic-led amendment that would restrict President Donald Trump's authority to militarily strike Iran without first obtaining congressional approval.
US Senate Rejects Amendment Requiring Congressional Approval to Strike Iran Sputnik 28 Jun 2019 -- Earlier, a bipartisan group of senators announced a legal proposal which would amend the 2020 National Defence Authorisation Act to require the president to seek congressional approval if he wanted to carry out military actions in foreign countries.
US Quietly Building Anti-Iran Coalition to 'Stand Watch' in Persian Gulf – Reports Sputnik 28 Jun 2019 -- Relations between Tehran and Washington have sunk to new lows in the past two months, with the US beefing up its military footprint in the region just before twin sabotage attacks damaged six oil tankers in the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman. Last week, Iran shot down a US drone, prompting President Trump to threaten to "obliterate" the country.
US Newspaper Claims Drone Attacks on Saudi Pipelines Were Launched From Iraq, Not Yemen Sputnik 28 Jun 2019 -- The US government has concluded that drone attacks on Saudi's oil industry that took place in May originated from Iraq and not Yemen, the Wall Street Journal reported on Friday.
'Not enough progress' in Vienna talks on salvaging Iran nuclear deal Press TV 28 Jun 2019 -- Iran's deputy foreign minister says progress has been made in Vienna talks aimed at saving the 2015 nuclear deal with world powers but the demands of the Islamic Republic are yet to be met.
Iran says Vienna Meeting is 'Last Chance' to Save Nuclear Accord VOA 28 Jun 2019 -- Senior officials from world powers and Iran are gathering in Vienna Friday for the regular quarterly meeting of the so-called joint commission on the 2015 Iran nuclear deal.
China: Effective implementation of JCPOA only way to ensure world common interests IRNA 28 Jun 2019 -- Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Geng Shuang said on Friday that full and effective implementation of JCPOA based on the UN resolution is the only way to deescalate tension in the Middle East and ensure global common interests.
EU senior official says INSTEX operational IRNA 28 Jun 2019 -- Secretary General of the European External Action Service (EEAS) just minutes after a meeting of the joint commission on the nuclear deal on Friday confirmed the reports that the financial mechanism to work with Iran is operational.
JCPOA joint commission meeting "a step forward": Iranian official IRNA 28 Jun 2019 -- The meeting of joint commission of the nuclear deal was "a step forward", head of Iran's delegation at the meeting said Friday.
JCPOA joint commission meeting "rather satisfactory": Russian envoy IRNA 28 Jun 2019 -- The meeting of the nuclear deal joint commission was 'rather satisfactory' with all parties fully committed to the deal, a Russian envoy said Friday.
JCPOA Joint Commission meeting in Vienna ends IRNA 28 Jun 2019 -- The meeting of the Joint Commission on JCPOA ended on Friday afternoon in Vienna after three and a half hours of talks of the remaining signatories to the deal.
Nothing left for US to sanction: FM spokesman IRNA 28 Jun 2019 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi said that nothing has been left for US concerning Iran to sanction and that's for the same reason it has turned to banning individuals, which will fail like its other plots.
Iran registers complaint to UN Security Council about intruding US spy drone Press TV 28 Jun 2019 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran has formally filed a complaint to the UN Security Council against the United States over the violation of its airspace with a reconnaissance drone shot down by the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) earlier this month.
US will sanction any country that imports Iranian oil: US special envoy Press TV 28 Jun 2019 -- American special envoy for Iran Brian Hook has said the United States will sanction any country that imports oil from the Islamic Republic and there are no exemptions in this regard.
Russia 'ready to deliver S-400 to Iran,' no request made yet Press TV 28 Jun 2019 -- Russia says it is ready to deliver advanced S-400 air defense missile systems to Iran but says it has not yet received any official request from the Islamic Republic for such a sale.
UAE admits doomed US drone had taken off from its territory Press TV 28 Jun 2019 -- The United Arab Emirates' Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Anwar Gargash has admitted that a US spy drone recently shot down by Iran's air defense had taken off from a military base in the Arab country.
Iran holds 'last chance' talks with EU to save nuclear deal Press TV 28 Jun 2019 -- Iran says it will take the second step in reducing its commitments under the 2015 nuclear deal more "firmly" if a European payment system designed to bypass sanctions proves to be "superficial".
Iran Warned To Stick To Nuclear Deal As U.S. Ratchets Up Rhetoric RFE/RL 28 Jun 2019 -- World powers meeting in Vienna have warned Iran to stick to terms of a nuclear accord during talks that Tehran have called the "last chance" to save the crumbling pact a year after the United States abandoned it.
Iran to Act Firmly If EU Trade Mechanism INSTEX Fails to Meet Tehran Requirements Sputnik 28 Jun 2019 -- Iran will make another decisive step in reducing its obligations under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) if the EU Instrument in Support of Trade Exchanges (INSTEX), set up to facilitate trade exchanges with Iran amid US sanctions, does not meet Tehran's requirements, Iranian Foreign Ministry said on Friday.
China Rejects US Policy on Stopping Iranian Oil Exports - Foreign Ministry Sputnik 28 Jun 2019 -- China does not support US policy on eliminating Iran's oil exports, the director-general of the Department of Arms Control at the Chinese Foreign Ministry said Friday.
Iran Files Complaint to UN Over Its Airspace Violation by US Drone Sputnik 28 Jun 2019 -- On 20 June, Iran said that it had downed a US surveillance drone flying over Hormozgan Province after it violated the country's airspace. The US Central Command claimed, in turn, that the drone was shot down while operating over international waters in the Strait of Hormuz.
Russia Ready to Deliver S-400 to Iran But No Request in Place Yet - Cooperation Agency Sputnik 28 Jun 2019 -- Russia is ready to deliver S-400 air defence systems to Iran, but it has not received a relevant request from Iran yet, the press service of the Russian Federal Service of Military-Technical Cooperation told Sputnik on Friday.
US Threatens to Impose Sanctions on Any Imports of Iranian Oil Sputnik 28 Jun 2019 -- The move comes after the US imposed new sanctions on Iran last week, citing the Islamic Republic's "hostile conduct". The sanctions specifically targeted Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and those "close to him" in a bid to cut them off from any financial sources, as well as eight senior members of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
China Defies US Sanctions, Receives Iranian Oil Shipment - Reports Sputnik 28 Jun 2019 -- In April President Donald Trump announced there would not be an extension of waivers from sanctions targeting Iranian oil for China, India, Japan, South Korea and Turkey, after which they could face US sanctions themselves.
US Sanctions on Iran's Zarif May Target his Assets, New York Visits VOA 27 Jun 2019 -- Iran's wealthy top diplomat, who has spent a third of his life in the United States, could see Washington sanction his assets and further limit his ability to visit the U.S. in the coming days.
Zarif says short war with Iran an "illusion" IRNA 27 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif referred to the US sanctions as war, saying short war against Iran is just an illusion.
Speaker: Iran armed forces to confront aggressors seriously IRNA 27 Jun 2019 -- Iran's Majlis (Parliament) Speaker Ali Larijani referred to Iran's armed forces' capacities, saying they will undoubtedly confront enemies seriously.
Zarif: US sanctions vs Leader's office, insult to entire Iranian nation IRNA 27 Jun 2019 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif described the US anti-Iran measures as "confrontational and provocative," saying Washington's new sanctions on office of the Leader was insult to the "entire Iranian nation."
Iran not to talk under US maximum pressure: spokesman IRNA 27 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Abbas Mousavi said that Iran does not negotiate when it is suffering from the US maximum pressure, stressing that Iran always advocates the principle of international interaction.
EU: No alternative for JCPOA IRNA 27 Jun 2019 -- EU Ambassador to the United Nations Vale de Almeida on Wednesday expressed regret over US exit from nuclear deal in contravention of the UN Security Council Resolution 2231, saying that there is no alternative for JCPOA and EU tries to save it.
Macron to urge Trump to lift some anti-Iran sanctions IRNA 27 Jun 2019 -- French President Emmanuel Macron said that he will try to convince US President Donald Trump to stop some of the sanctions he has imposed against Iran to de-escalate tensions in the region.
MKO threatens to assassinate Iran's top general, new judiciary chief Press TV 27 Jun 2019 -- A US and Saudi Arabia-backed anti-Iran terrorist group, which is responsible for the murder of thousands of innocent Iranian civilians and officials, has announced a plan to assassinate a senior Iranian military commander and the country's new Judiciary chief.
'Short war' with Iran an illusion, beginner of war will not end it: Zarif Press TV 27 Jun 2019 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the US mistakenly thinks a potential war with Iran will be a short one, rejecting the speculation as an "illusion" and a "misconception," and adding that the beginner of such war would not be necessarily the party that ends it.
Iran watchdog approves trade deal with Eurasian Economic Union Press TV 27 Jun 2019 -- The Iranian government has cleared a last hurdle to its bid to launch a free trade zone with the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), a major regional organization which could help Tehran increase its revenues from non-oil export at the time of increased US sanctions.
Iran nuclear deal must be upheld, not jeopardized: France, Germany tell US Press TV 27 Jun 2019 -- France and Germany have asserted to the United States that a 2015 nuclear deal with Iran, which Washington has quit, must be upheld and not jeopardized.
Europe to announce first credit line for Instex: WSJ Press TV 27 Jun 2019 -- A new report in the Wall Street Journal has suggested that the three European parties to a landmark nuclear deal with Iran are to announce their first practical effort to save a special mechanism for trade with the country amid growing economic sanctions imposed by the United States on Tehran.
Ayatollah Khamenei mocks Trump over 'Death to America' claims Press TV 27 Jun 2019 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has derided US President Donald Trump for claiming that the Iranian people have not been chanting 'Death to America' since he came into office.
Trump incapable of obliterating Iran unless he plans to use 'prohibited weapons': Zarif Press TV 27 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says unless it resorts to using "prohibited weapons," the United States is not in any position to "obliterate" Iran as President Donald Trump has recently threatened.
US to get stronger response if it violates Iran border again: Parliament speaker Press TV 27 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani has warned the US of a "stronger" response if it violates the Islamic Republic's borders one again.
US not really pursuing dialogue with Iran, French defense source says Press TV 27 Jun 2019 -- The United States is not actually interested in pursuing dialogue with Iran despite President Donald Trump's repeated claims that his administration seeks diplomacy not war, says a French defense source.
Zarif: No security in Middle East without Iran Press TV 27 Jun 2019 -- Iran's foreign minister has condemned US efforts for the "elimination" of Iran, saying the Middle East will not be secure without Iran as a major regional player.
U.S. Defense Chief To NATO: Washington Doesn't Want War With Iran RFE/RL 27 Jun 2019 -- The U.S. defense chief has said that Washington is not seeking war with Iran, but is ready to defend U.S. interests against any attacks by Tehran.
The Bitcoin Bite: Iran Says Power Grid Hit By Cryptocurrency-Mining Surge RFE/RL 27 Jun 2019 -- Iran has blamed an "unusual" spike in electricity consumption in the country on cryptocurrency miners, while warning that such illicit operations will be cut off from the grid.
U.S. Officials Seek European Support Amid Escalating Confrontation With Iran RFE/RL 27 Jun 2019 -- A top U. S. official said that even though "maximum economic pressure" on Iran through sanctions is working, Tehran does not have the right to violate its nuclear commitments.
'Short War' With Iran is an Illusion - Iranian Foreign Minister Zarif Sputnik 27 Jun 2019 -- Earlier on 27 June, Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif stressed that threatening a nation with war was illegal under the United Nations Charter. He also reasserted that Iran does not seek war.
Tehran Warns US Will Get Even 'Stronger Reaction' If It Violates Iran's Airspace Again Sputnik 27 Jun 2019 -- Tensions between the two countries rose dramatically last week after an Iranian air defence missile shot down a US drone in what Iran said was its airspace. Washington claimed the drone was downed over international waters, with President Trump later saying that he nearly ordered a 'retaliatory' strike which would have killed 150 Iranians.
Macron Says He Warned Iran's Rouhani Against Exit from Nuclear Deal Sputnik 27 Jun 2019 -- Iran said in May, exactly a year after the US unilateral withdrawal from the JCPOA, that it would partially suspend its obligations under the nuclear deal.
Iran's Zarif Says Trump's Threats of War Against Tehran Illegal Under UN Charter Sputnik 27 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif called on Wednesday US President Donald Trump's threats to destroy Iran, in case Tehran attempted to attack anything under US sovereignty, illegal under international law.
President Salih: US won't be allowed to use Iraqi soil to attack Iran Press TV 26 Jun 2019 -- President Barham Salih says Iraq will under no circumstances allow the US military to use its bases in the Arab country for an act of aggression against neighboring Iran.
No 'Clear, Scientific and Convincing' Proof About Who Was Behind Gulf Tanker Attacks – UAE Sputnik 26 Jun 2019 -- A pair of coordinated attacks against six tankers off the Emirati coast and the Gulf of Oman in mid-May and mid-June prompted the US and its allies to express "grave concerns" and to accuse Iran of being involved. Tehran has denied the charges, calling the attacks beyond suspicious and accusing Washington of escalating the crisis in the region.
Trump ponders on possible war with Iran amid tensions People's Daily 27 Jun 2019 -- U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that it won't last long if his country enters into war with Iran, while still voicing desire to avoid conflict.
Peace in the Gulf 'at a critical juncture' says DiCarlo, urging continuation of Iran nuclear deal UN News 26 Jun 2019 -- The Iran nuclear deal must "continue to work for all", despite moves by both the United States and Iran which have destabilized the "hard-won" 2015 agreement, the UN Political Affairs chief told Security Council members on Wednesday.
Europe Urges Iran Not to Renege on Nuclear Deal Commitments VOA 26 Jun 2019 -- Europe urged Iran on Wednesday to continue implementing its commitments under a 2015 nuclear deal and not disregard them in retaliation for the reimposition of U.S. economic sanctions.
Iran to withstand US bullying actions: Araqchi IRNA 26 Jun 2019 -- Deputy foreign minister for political affairs described US actions as source of tensions in the region, saying that Iran will counter the US bullying measures.
IAEA: Iran's nuclear activities complies with JCPOA IRNA 26 Jun 2019 -- Director General of International Atomic Energy Agency Yukiya Amano on Wednesday confirmed Iran's nuclear activities as compliant with JCPOA, saying that Iran has had proper cooperation with the agency's inspectors.
UN Chief terms normalization of trade ties with Iran as important part of JCPOA IRNA 26 Jun 2019 -- United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urged all member-states to support Iran nuclear deal, saying lifting sanctions and normalization of trade ties with Iran are main parts of the nuclear deal known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
AEOI: Iran able to produce all types of centrifuges from A-Z IRNA 26 Jun 2019 -- Special adviser to the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Ali Asghar Zarean said on Wednesday that the Islamic Republic of Iran is able to produce all types of centrifuges from A to Z, and has no limits in terms of numbers and high tech.
Mogherini says INSTEX ready for operation IRNA 26 Jun 2019 -- High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Federica Mogherini said on Wednesday that the Instrument in Support of Trade Exchanges (INSTEX) is ready for operation.
First Chinese oil purchase from Iran since revocation of waivers delivered ISNA 26 Jun 2019 -- A tanker owned by the National Iranian Tanker Company (NITC) has delivered oil to the Jinxi Refining and Chemical Complex in China, marking the first confirmed delivery of Iranian crude purchased after the Trump administration's revocation of waivers permitting the sale of Iranian oil on May 2.
Iran keeps window of diplomacy open by gradually reducing its commitments: Araqchi ISNA 26 Jun 2019 -- State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs of the Slovak Republic Lukas Parizek, who is in Iran for political consultations between the two countries, had a meeting with Iranian deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs, Seyyed Abbas Araqchi in Tehran.
US administration key factor for regional tensions: President Rouhani ISNA 26 Jun 2019 -- President stated that the Islamic Republic of Iran has no interest in the escalation of tensions in the region, and has never sought waging war with any country, including the United States, saying, "We have always shown our commitment to regional security and stability, and will work towards this aim".
Iran says to suspend more nuke commitments on July 7 People's Daily 26 Jun 2019 -- Iran will suspend more of its commitments under 2015 nuclear deal early July, Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Shamkhani said on Tuesday.
Trump says war with Iran 'wouldn't last long' as it won't involve foot soldiers Press TV 26 Jun 2019 -- US President Donald Trump says a war between the United States and Iran will not last long, downplaying warnings by experts that any military confrontation between the two countries would turn into a large conflict.
At UNSC meeting, Russia stresses JCPOA survival; Iran says has done enough to preserve deal Press TV 26 Jun 2019 -- Russia once again underlines the need for the remaining parties to the 2015 multilateral nuclear deal to live up to their commitments to help Iran benefit from the accord as Tehran says it has done enough to preserve the agreement and will not take the burdens alone anymore.
UAE says no proof Iran hit tankers in clear rebuttal to US-Saudi claims Press TV 26 Jun 2019 -- The United Arab Emirates says there is no "clear, scientific and convincing" evidence to assign blame for the recent tanker attacks off its coast in the Sea of Oman, splitting with the United States and Saudi Arabia, which hold Iran responsible for the suspicious acts.
Russia says many countries standing by Iran in case of any US 'crazy' action against Tehran Press TV 26 Jun 2019 -- A senior Russian diplomat says Iran will not be alone if the United States takes an "absolutely crazy" act against the Islamic Republic amid rising tensions between Tehran and Washington.
Iran expanding domestic gas pipeline at record pace Press TV 26 Jun 2019 -- Head of National Iranian Gas Company has announced that the country is completing its natural gas grid with an unprecedented pace, saying all towns and villages with more than 20 families will be connected to the domestic network of gas pipelines in a very near future.
US sanctions indicate Washington's desperation, anger: Top IRGC commander Press TV 26 Jun 2019 -- The chief commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says recent US sanctions against senior commanders of the elite military force are out of Washington's desperation and frustration in the face of the Islamic Republic's power.
Iran central bank: Oil sales rising, sanctions ineffective Press TV 26 Jun 2019 -- Iran's central bank governor says the country's oil exports are rising despite US sanctions which, he said, are no more effective.
Ayatollah Khamenei dismisses US offer of talks with Iran as mere 'deception' Press TV 26 Jun 2019 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has dismissed America's claim about seeking talks with Tehran as a "deception," saying such an offer is merely aimed at stripping the Iranian nation of its "elements of power."
Iran's power generation surges despite US restrictions Press TV 26 Jun 2019 -- Iran next week will add 1,300 megawatts of new power capacity to its national grid which is under strain from runaway demand driven up by sizzling summer temperatures.
Neither US, nor any other bold enough to attack Iran: Senior IRGC commander Press TV 26 Jun 2019 -- A senior commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) no country would dare to stage an act of aggression against the Islamic Republic.
Amid War Of Words, Iran Says It Will Accelerate Uranium Enrichment From June 27 RFE/RL 26 Jun 2019 -- Iran says it will not "retreat" and will speed up its enrichment of uranium from June 27 as it continues to back away from its commitments to a nuclear deal amid escalating tensions with the United States.
Trump Blasts Iranian Authorities as 'Not Smart', Says War With Tehran 'Would Not Last Long' Sputnik 26 Jun 2019 -- The US is "not going to need an exit strategy" if war breaks out with Iran, Donald Trump stated earlier in the day threatening Tehran with "obliteration" after Iranian President Hassan Rouhani claimed the White House is suffering from a "mental disability".
Baghdad Will Not Allow US to Use Iraqi Territory for Attack on Iran - Iraqi President Sputnik 26 Jun 2019 -- Baghdad will not allow the United States to use its bases on Iraqi territory for an attack on neighbouring Iran, Iraq's President Barham Salih said.
Iran Will Not Renegotiate Nuclear Deal on Any Conditions - Rouhani Sputnik 26 Jun 2019 -- Iran will not renegotiate the nuclear deal on any conditions, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said on Tuesday in a phone conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron.
More important than ever to preserve the JCPOA UK FCO 26 Jun 2019 -- Joint statement by E6 members of the Security Council after briefing on non-proliferation: Implementation of UNSCR 2231
We urge Iran to continue to implement its commitments under the JCPOA UK FCO 26 Jun 2019 -- Statement by Ambassador Karen Pierce, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the Security Council briefing on non-proliferation: Implementation of UNSCR 2231
Rouhani warns of 'decisive' response if Iran space violated again Press TV 25 Jun 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says Tehran is not after war with Washington, but will give the United States a "decisive" response if it once again violates Iran's territorial space.
Trump Ratchets Up Verbal Attacks on Iran VOA 25 Jun 2019 -- Top American and Iranian officials are continuing to fire verbal warning shots at each other while insisting they want to avoid war.
Iran Dismisses US Sanctions, Says Calls for Dialogue Not Serious VOA 25 Jun 2019 -- Iranian officials on Tuesday dismissed new U.S. sanctions as putting an end to any diplomatic path for resolving tensions between the two countries, and further described U.S. overtures for dialogue as disingenuous.
Rouhani: Iran's armed forces ready to give resolute response if US repeats violations IRNA 25 Jun 2019 -- President Hassan Rouhani said on Tuesday that if the Americans want to repeat violating Iran's air space and territorial waters, its armed forces will deliver a resolute response to them.
President: Prudent gov't not sanctioning highest political, religious authority IRNA 25 Jun 2019 -- President Hassan Rouhani said that a government with prudence and wisdom does not sanction the highest authority of a country that is not only a political authority, but also a religious, social, spiritual one, and not only the leader of Iran, but the leader of Iran's lovers all over the world, who is the leader of Muslims and Shias of the world.
US' sanctions against Iran violating human rights: President IRNA 25 Jun 2019 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani stressed that the US sanctions against the Iranian nation are against human rights.
President Rouhani: US underestimates Iran's military might IRNA 25 Jun 2019 -- President Hassan Rouhani said on Tuesday that the US had underestimated Iran's military might and did not expect the Iranian forces to successfully down its most sophisticated drone.
Rouhani: Sanctioning Iran's FM proves US lies IRNA 25 Jun 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani described the sanctions imposed against Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei as irrationality of the US statesmen, and said that if the Americans are honest in negotiations, why are they planning to sanction Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif.
Russian PM: US made region shaky by JCPOA withdrawal IRNA 25 Jun 2019 -- Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev said on Tuesday that the US withdrawal from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action has caused escalation in the region.
Iran ready to hold joint military drill with Iraq IRNA 25 Jun 2019 -- Commander of Iran Army Ground Forces Brigadier General Kiumars Heidari on Tuesday expressed readiness to hold joint military drill with Iraq.
Iran not to tolerate threat to national interests: Minister IRNA 25 Jun 2019 -- Defense minister of Iran Brigadier General Amir Hatami said on Tuesday that the Islamic Republic of Iran will not hesitate to safeguard national interests.
European parties reaffirm commitment to JCPOA IRNA 25 Jun 2019 -- Three European signatories to the nuclear deal with Iran on Tuesday urged the full implementation of the deal and related UN Resolution 2231, describing them as in line with non-proliferation and collective security.
Trump violates UN norms on saving int'l peace, security: FM Spox IRNA 25 Jun 2019 -- Trump administration systematically violates criteria of the international community to save the world peace and security, spokesman of the Foreign Ministry Abbas Mousavi said on Tuesday.
Iran leading country in combating weapons of mass destruction: Zarif ISNA 25 Jun 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister, Mohammad Javad Zarif said countries that scarified thousands of people with weapons of mass destruction in the past, cannot claim on combating these weapons today.
Sanctioning Supreme leader of Iran ridiculous: President Rouhani ISNA 25 Jun 2019 -- Iran's President described serving patients as a human duty and not merely administrative one, saying, "Increasing precision in diagnosis, improving health services and reducing people's expenses are three main principles of healthcare services".
Iran's practices indicate it wants neither war nor escalation of tension in Persian Gulf region: Takht-Ravanchi ISNA 25 Jun 2019 -- Iran's ambassador to the United Nations, Majid Takht Ravanchi in his introductory remarks in the UN Security Council Media Stakeout said that in order to ease tensions in the broader Persian Gulf region, the U.S. must stop its military adventurism as well as its economic war and terrorism against the Iranian people.
B-Team despises diplomacy, thirsts for war: FM Zarif ISNA 25 Jun 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister, Mohammad Javad Zarif emphasized that B-Team is not concerned with US interests; they despise diplomacy, and thirst for war.
US sanctions on Iran's Leader, FM permanently close path of diplomacy: Mousavi ISNA 25 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman stressed that US decision to impose sanctions on Iran's Supreme Leader and other top officials has permanently closed the path of diplomacy with Trump's desperate administration.
U.S. imposes new, "hard-hitting" sanctions on Iran amid tensions People's Daily 25 Jun 2019 -- U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Monday that his country is imposing new and "hard-hitting" sanctions on Iran amid high tensions between Washington and Tehran.
Pentagon seeking NATO alliance to 'close the door to conflict' with Iran Press TV 25 Jun 2019 -- Acting US Defense Secretary Mark Esper says he is seeking support from NATO allies to "close the door to conflict" with Iran.
Iran will never pursue nuclear weapon: FM Zarif Press TV 25 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the Islamic Republic will never pursue a nuclear weapon based on its religious and strategic beliefs, stressing the importance of dismantling chemical arms across the world.
Russia: New US bans against Iran 'alarming,' could lead to dangerous scenario Press TV 25 Jun 2019 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov warns that the new round of US sanctions on Iran is "alarming," saying the bans signal that the situation amid Washington-Tehran tensions is headed towards a dangerous scenario.
Iran set to begin suspending more nuclear commitments on July 7: Security chief Press TV 25 Jun 2019 -- Iran's top security official says the country is to begin suspending more of its commitments under a 2015 multilateral nuclear deal early next month, when a deadline set by Tehran for the other signatories to fulfill their side of the accord expires.
Trump threatens Iran with 'obliteration' by US military Press TV 25 Jun 2019 -- US President Donald Trump has threatened Iran with "obliteration" if the country launches any attack on American forces in the Middle East region.
'Iran has sent a message!' Experts on downing of US drone Press TV 25 Jun 2019 -- Iran's downing of an advanced US spy drone with a missile last week shows that the Islamic Republic's air defense capabilities represent a serious challenge to America's oft-cited military superiority in the skies, experts say.
Iran shot down US spy drone inside its airspace: Putin aide Press TV 25 Jun 2019 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin's top security aide says Moscow has military intelligence indicating that a US spy drone was intruding into Iranian airspace when it was shot down by Iran's air defenses, despite Washington's claims to the contrary.
US sanctions, other pressure will bring Iran to table, Bolton claims Press TV 25 Jun 2019 -- US National Security Advisor John Bolton has claimed that Washington's new sanctions and other pressure against Iran would lead it to enter negotiations with the United Sates.
Bolton: US waiting for Iran at negotiating table despite new sanctions Press TV 25 Jun 2019 -- US National Security Advisor John Bolton says the United States is still looking forward to talks with Iran, even after President Donald Trump authorized sanctions against senior Iranian officials.
Iran: New US bans mean permanent closure of path to diplomacy Press TV 25 Jun 2019 -- Tehran says the new set of American sanctions targeting the country's senior officials will permanently close any channel for diplomacy between the two sides.
Rouhani: New bans expose US lie about seeking dialog with Iran Press TV 25 Jun 2019 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says the fresh American sanctions targeting the country's senior officials prove that Washington is lying about seeking to hold talks with Tehran.
Germany, France, UK stress commitment to Iran deal Press TV 25 Jun 2019 -- The three European signatories to the Iran 2015 nuclear agreement reaffirm their resolve to save the deal despite America's unilateral withdrawal from the accord, describing the agreement as a "vita pillar" of "collective security."
Trump Threatens 'Obliteration' As Iran Dismisses Sanctions RFE/RL 25 Jun 2019 -- Iran and the United States have traded insults, with Tehran accusing Washington of "lying" about its willingness to hold talks to steer the two nations away from military conflict, a statement President Donald Trump called "very ignorant and insulting."
India Calls for Peace in Persian Gulf Amid Surging Iran-US Acrimony Sputnik 25 Jun 2019 -- A day after Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) shot down an American spy drone on 20 June, the Indian Navy decided to deploy warships and aircraft to the Gulf of Oman and the Persian Gulf, claiming the measure was to re-assure Indian flagged vessels travelling through the area.
Tehran Slams Sanctions on Khamenei as Attack on Nation, as Trump Threatens Iran With 'Obliteration' Sputnik 25 Jun 2019 -- Tehran downed an American drone on 20 June after it violated the country's airspace, according to Iran. Washington claims that the drone was flying above neutral waters and later nearly launched strikes against the Islamic Republic in response to the destruction of the UAV.
Iranian President Rouhani Says White House is 'Mentally Retarded' - State TV Sputnik 25 Jun 2019 -- Washington previously imposed restrictions on Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and "those closely affiliated with him". US President Donald Trump has said he is responsible for "the hostile conduct" of Tehran towards the United States.
Security Council urges 'maximum restraint' around Gulf region as Iran and United States trade diplomatic blows in New York UN News 24 Jun 2019 -- There is a need for "genuine regional dialogue" to address rising tensions in the Gulf, Iran's Ambassador to the United Nations said on Monday, calling on Secretary-General António Guterres "to play a role" in bringing countries to the table.
Iran urges US to leave Persian Gulf, warns of certain states' "thirst for war" IRNA 25 Jun 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif called on the US to withdraw forces from the Persian Gulf, but warned against some regional countries' "thirst for war".
Iran urges US to avoid military adventurism, stop 'economic terrorism' IRNA 25 Jun 2019 -- Iran's ambassador to the United Nations urged the US to stop its military adventures and economic terrorism against Tehran.
Remarks by President Trump at Signing of Executive Order on Iran Sanctions The White House 24 Jun 2019
President Donald J. Trump Is Imposing Sanctions on the Supreme Leader of Iran and the Worst Elements of the Iranian Regime The White House 24 Jun 2019
Message to the Congress on Imposing Sanctions with Respect to Iran The White House 24 Jun 2019
Trump Imposes New Iran Sanctions, Targeting its Supreme Leader VOA 24 Jun 2019 -- U.S. President Donald Trump imposed what he described as "hard-hitting" new financial sanctions on Iran Monday, specifically targeting the country's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Trump Announces New Iran Sanctions VOA 24 Jun 2019 -- U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order imposing fresh sanctions on Iran, seeking to put additional pressure on the country's economy in order to extract changes in behavior from its government.
Britain Sharpens Tone Towards Iran VOA 24 Jun 2019 -- Britain appears to be moving closer to U.S. President Donald Trump's position on Iran and hardening its attitude towards Tehran – the result, diplomats say, partly of talks during the American leader's recent visit to London, but also because of aggressive Iranian actions.
Executive Order to Impose Sanctions on the Office of the Supreme Leader of Iran US Dept. of State 24 Jun 2019 -- "Today, the White House issued an Executive Order sanctioning the Supreme Leaders Office and authorizing further sanctions on those associated with it."
Treasury Targets Senior IRGC Commanders Behind Iran's Destructive and Destabilizing Activities US Treasury 24 Jun 2019 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) took action today against eight senior commanders of Navy, Aerospace, and Ground Forces of the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC). These commanders sit atop a bureaucracy that supervises the IRGC's malicious regional activities, including its provocative ballistic missile program, harassment and sabotage of commercial vessels in international waters, and its destabilizing presence in Syria.
Zarif : Iranian-made system shots US drone IRNA 24 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif stressed the fact that the air defense system which shot US spy drone down was Iranian-made.
US coalition-making vs Iran has failed so far: FM spox IRNA 24 Jun 2019 -- US attempts to form a coalition against Iran are not new and have not prevailed, said Abbas Mousavi, the Foreign Ministry spokesman, in his weekly press conference on Monday.
Iran will reduce commitments to JCPOA on schedule IRNA 24 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Abbas Mousavi said on Monday that Iran will reduce commitments to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action to reciprocate failure of the states parties to JCPOA to honor their obligations and the economic terrorism the US has waged against Iran.
Iran says has defused 33m cyber attacks in a year IRNA 24 Jun 2019 -- Iran's ICT Minister Mohammd-Javad Azari Jahromi said on Monday that national cyber defense shield defused 33 million cyber attacks in the past Iranian year (ended on March 20).
Iran standing against sanctions, threats with full force: Zarif ISNA 24 Jun 2019 -- Iran's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mohammad Javad Zarif said, "We are standing against the enemy's sanctions and threats with full power and will continue resistance".
Iran to begin 2nd phase of reducing JCPOA commitments more seriously if Europe not take significant step: Mousavi ISNA 24 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman announced that Iran not only doesn't seek escalation of tensions in the region, but welcomes de-escalation of tensions.
AEOI spokesman warns time getting over for Europe ISNA 24 Jun 2019 -- Spokesman of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) reminded the importance of honoring commitments to Iran nuclear deal by other parties, stressing on Iran's resolve to carry out a series of measures in accordance with the Articles 26 and 36 of the agreement.
No more sanctions remain for US to impose on Iran: Foreign Ministry spokesman ISNA 24 Jun 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman stressed that US sanctions against Iran are only part of a propaganda campaign and US has already imposed every kind of sanctions it has been considering, and there is no more sanction remaining.
New sanctions another sign of US disrespect for intl. law: Iran UN envoy Press TV 24 Jun 2019 -- Iran's ambassador to the UN asserts that the United States' new sanctions targeting the Islamic Republic's topmost authorities still serves to reflect Washington's disrespect for the international law.
Iran increases refining capacity by %40 in 2 years Press TV 24 Jun 2019 -- Iranian authorities say sanctions on the country's oil industry has caused a boom in the refining sector as the capacity for turning crude into others products has increased by nearly 40 percent in the past two years.
Iranians facing economic terrorism: Judiciary chief Press TV 24 Jun 2019 -- Iran's Judiciary chief says the Iranian people are currently facing "economic terrorism" as a result of the systematic violation of their rights by the United States.
Trump imposes new harsh sanctions on Iran Press TV 24 Jun 2019 -- US President Donald Trump has announced new sanctions against Iran targeting the office of Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, Iran's foreign minister and senior commanders of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC).
IRGC forces bust terrorist cell in northwestern Iran Press TV 24 Jun 2019 -- Forces of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) have dismantled a four-member gang of terrorists in the country's northwestern border with Turkey.
Iran minister dismisses reports on declined oil exports Press TV 24 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Oil Minister Bijan Namdar Zanganeh has dismissed as false reports claiming that the country's oil export decreased in June due to reinforcement of sanctions imposed by the United States.
Europeans lack determination, power to implement JCPOA commitments: Iran FM Press TV 24 Jun 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says a request by the British Middle East minister to delay the implementation of Europeans' non-dollar mechanism for trade with Iran shows their lack of genuine determination to abide by their commitments as per a 2015 nuclear deal with the Islamic Republic.
US sanctions, unilateralism, economic terrorism hamper anti-drug war: Iran FM Press TV 24 Jun 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the United States is the main impediment to the global drug war due to sanctions it has imposed on Iran, as the main country curbing the flow of traditional narcotics to the West.
Anti-Iran coalition doomed to failure: Foreign Ministry Press TV 24 Jun 2019 -- Iran has dismissed attempts by the United States to form a coalition against the Islamic Republic, saying such measures are destined to fail.
Russia to take measures against Washington's 'major' new sanctions on Iran Press TV 24 Jun 2019 -- Russia says it and its partners will take steps to counter new sanctions that US President Donald Trump has said it will impose on Iran Monday.
Iran downing of sophisticated US spy drone can be repeated: Khanzadi Press TV 24 Jun 2019 -- The commander of the Iranian navy says the downing of an intruding American spy drone was a "crushing response" to the United States, warning that the Islamic Republic is always capable of repeating it.
US cyber attacks on Iranian missile systems failed: Minister Press TV 24 Jun 2019 -- Iran says the recent US cyber attacks against Iranian missile control systems have failed to cause any disruptions.
Trump's New Sanctions On Iran Target Supreme Leader Khamenei RFE/RL 24 Jun 2019 -- U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order imposing "hard-hitting" sanctions on Iran, including on the office of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as tensions between the two nations heat up.
Secretary Pompeo's Meetings With King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud US Dept. of State 24 Jun 2019
Pompeo Meets Saudi King, Crown Prince on Iran VOA 24 Jun 2019 -- U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo met with Saudi King Salman Monday, before going for a "working lunch" with his son and heir, Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman, at a restaurant in the Red Sea resort town of Jeddah. The visit took place at a time of strong tensions with Iran and what analysts say is growing frustration in the region.
Pompeo Meets With Saudi Leaders For Iran Crisis Talks RFE/RL 24 Jun 2019 -- U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says he has discussed heightened tensions in the region with Saudi Arabia's King Salman during a June 24 meeting in Jeddah.
US Treasury Secretary Announces Freezing of Iranian Assets, in billions of Dollars SPA 24 Jun 2019 -- US Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said here that the new executive order signed by US President Donald Trump earlier today, which includes tough sanctions on Iran, would freeze billions of dollars of Iranian assets, thus further mounting pressure on Iran.
US Slaps Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei With 'Hard-Hitting' Sanctions Sputnik 24 Jun 2019 -- The US president announced that major sanctions would be put on Iran soon after he stopped the strikes on targets in the Islamic Republic, which were supposed to be a response for the downing of an American drone.
Iranian Navy Commander Says Downing of US Drone Can Be Repeated - Reports Sputnik 24 Jun 2019 -- On 20 June, Iran downed a US spy drone, stating that it had violated the Iranian border. The US military confirmed that the aircraft had been shot down, claiming, however, that it was flying in international airspace in the Strait of Hormuz.
US Defence Intel Chief: Iran Likely at 'Inflection Point,' Seeks 'Status Quo' Change Sputnik 24 Jun 2019 -- According to the top US military intelligence officer, Iran is experiencing economic hardships due to US sanctions and its actions are a sign of Tehran's attempt to change the situation it's currently in.
Trump on Iran Nuclear Deal: 'I Don't Care About Europeans' Sputnik 24 Jun 2019 -- US President Donald Trump said in an interview that he is interested in direct talks with Iran without preconditions. At the same time, he dismissed the European point of view that Tehran is complying with the 2015 nuclear deal, arguing that it is EU business interests talking.
Trump: 'Not Looking for War' With Iran VOA 23 Jun 2019 -- U.S. President Donald Trump says he is "not looking for war" with Iran and willing to negotiate with its leaders without preconditions, but that under no circumstances can the Islamic Republic be allowed to mass a nuclear weapons arsenal.
US to impose major sanctions against Iran on Monday: Trump Global Times 23 Jun 2019 -- President Donald Trump said on Saturday that the United States would impose major additional sanctions against Iran on Monday.
New US sanctions on Iran to destabilize region Global Times 23 Jun 2019 -- The latest US sanctions on Iran will only worsen safety and stability in the Middle East, so China should take active measures to ensure its economic interests and stability in this region, experts said.
Military action against Iran still on table: Trump Global Times 23 Jun 2019 -- US President Donald Trump said on Saturday that the United States would impose additional sanctions against Iran, adding that military action is still on the table.
Iraq eager to cooperate with Iran in air defense IRNA 23 Jun 2019 -- Senior official at the Iraqi Army called here Sunday for gaining access to the Iranian expertise in the air defense area and also in conducting electronic war.
Official: Iran serious in its JCPOA decisions IRNA 23 Jun 2019 -- President of Iran's Strategic Council Kamal Kharrazi said after the end of the 60-day moratorium to the three European Union countries Iran will take serious strides, adding that the Iranian officials are serious in their decisions.
Zarif says talks underway over monetary agreements IRNA 23 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says negotiations are "underway" with other countries over monetary agreements.
UK Sends Elite Commandos, Divers to Iranian Shores as Tensions Spike – Reports Sputnik 23 Jun 2019 -- The reports about the UK deployment come against the backdrop of British Minister for the Middle East Andrew Murrison's visit to Iran to de-escalate tensions.
Iran, Iraq willing to improve bilateral defense cooperation ISNA 23 Jun 2019 -- Commander of Khatam al-Anbia Air Defense Base, Brigadier General Alireza Sabahi Fard held a meeting with Iraqi deputy Commander of Army Major General Tariq Abbas Ibrahim Abdul Hussain on Sunday.
B_Team was moments away from trapping Trump into a war: Zarif ISNA 23 Jun 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister, Mohammad Javad Zarif said B_Team was moments away from trapping US President into a war, presenting new evidence of US spy drone's encroachment into the Iranian airspace.
Pompeo visiting Saudi, Emirates to seek 'global coalition' against Iran Press TV 23 Jun 2019 -- US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says he is visiting Saudi Arabia and UAE after Iran shot down a US drone violating its airspace, stating that he is seeking a "global coalition" against Tehran.
Iran to suspend more JCPOA commitments if other parties fail to act: Official Press TV 23 Jun 2019 -- A senior Iranian official has taken to task European signatories to a historic 2015 nuclear agreement for failing to fulfill their obligations, vowing that the Islamic Republic would suspend more commitments if they do not act seriously as per the accord.
Bolton says US move in calling off Iran attacks sign of prudence, not weakness Press TV 23 Jun 2019 -- US National Security Adviser John Bolton, a known Iran hawk, the last minute decision by his country to scrap planned strikes on Iran was a sign of prudence rather than weakness.
UN warns against 'escalation' of tensions in Persian Gulf Press TV 23 Jun 2019 -- The United Nations (UN)'s Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned against "any form of escalation" in the Persian Gulf, amid threats of military strikes by the United States against Iran.
B-Team tried to trap Trump into war with Iran, prudence prevented it: FM Zarif Press TV 23 Jun 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says a recent incident in which a US spy drone encroached on the Iranian territory in the Sea of Oman was the extension of previous efforts by the B-Team to drag US President Donald Trump into a war with Iran.
Rouhani: US drone intrusion beginning of new tension in region Press TV 23 Jun 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the recent encroachment on the Islamic Republic's airspace by a US spy drone is the "beginning of new tension in the region."
Iraq seeks air defense cooperation with Iran after IRGC downing of US drone Press TV 23 Jun 2019 -- Iraq has called for enhanced cooperation with neighboring Iran in the area of air defense, days after Tehran successfully thwarted an American spying mission by downing a sophisticated surveillance drone over Iranian territorial waters.
Iranian lawmakers praise IRGC for shooting down intruding US spy drone Press TV 23 Jun 2019 -- Iranian lawmakers have praised the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) for shooting down a trespassing American surveillance drone over the country's southern territorial waters.
US must act responsibly to protect lives of its forces: Senior Iranian commander Press TV 23 Jun 2019 -- A senior Iranian commander warns the United States to "act responsibility" in the region to protect the lives of American forces operating there.
Pompeo accuses Iran of 'violence' after Iran shoots down US spy drone Press TV 23 Jun 2019 -- US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has accused Iran of "violence and disinformation" after Iran shoots down an American state-of-the-art spy drone over its territorial waters, repeating claims without evidence that the aircraft was targeted over international waters.
Bolton Says U.S. 'Prudence' On Iran Isn't Weakness RFE/RL 23 Jun 2019 -- U.S. national security adviser John Bolton says Iran should not "mistake U.S. prudence and discretion for weakness."
US envoy for Iran: US won't allow threats to trade, navigation in Gulf SPA 23 Jun 2019 -- US Special Representative for Iran Brian Hook has affirmed to Tehran that his country will not allow threats to trade and navigation routes in the Gulf region.
Iranian President Urges International Bodies to Respond to US 'Aggressive' Moves in Region Sputnik 23 Jun 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has urged international organisations to react to Washington's aggressive moves following an incident with the US drone downed by Tehran.
Netanyahu 'Pleased to Hear' About 'Crippling' New US Sanctions on Iran Sputnik 23 Jun 2019 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has welcomed Washington's intentions to impose additional sanctions on Iran.
Top Iranian Commander Issues Stark Warning to US: 'Protect Lives of American Troops' Sputnik 23 Jun 2019 -- The warning comes several days after US President Donald Trump approved and abruptly called off a strike on Iran minutes prior to the launch as long-running tensions between the two countries nearly escalated into a direct confrontation.
Trump's National Security Adviser Bolton Warns Iran: US Military 'Ready to Go' Sputnik 23 Jun 2019 -- Bolton arrived in Israel after US President Donald Trump claimed he had "stopped" an airstrike against the Islamic Republic on Thursday night just ten minutes before it was slated to occur.
Trump Snubbed National Security Team Over Iran Strikes: 'They Want to Push Us Into War' - Reports Sputnik 23 Jun 2019 -- It was earlier reported that while President Donald Trump had "agonised" over a decision whether to attack Iran over a downed US drone, his team, including Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, National Security Adviser John Bolton and CIA Director Gina Haspel, incited him to unleash fire and fury on the Islamic Republic.
US, Iran Engage in Tit-For-Tat Cyber Attacks Amid Escalating Tensions – Reports Sputnik 23 Jun 2019 -- The two nations are said to have a long history of mutual cyberattacks, with the notorious Stuxnet attack on Iranian nuclear centrifuges being arguably the most famous example.
US to Increase Diplomatic Isolation, Economic Pressure on Iran - Pompeo Sputnik 23 Jun 2019 -- US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced the creation of a global task force to enhance supervision of Iran-based financial entities, citing alleged money laundering conducted by Tehran.
Statement on Iranian Disinformation US Dept. of State 22 Jun 2019 -- "Iran's leaders know the truth is a dangerous thing. It is important to correct the record."
Trump 'Agonised' Over Plans of US Attack on Iran, Senator Reveals Sputnik 22 Jun 2019 -- President Donald Trump earlier revealed that the US was "cocked & loaded" to strike Iran in retaliation for the downing of an American drone, but he called off the attack upon learning that roughly 150 Iranians would die as a result of the op - something which he deemed disproportionate to the loss of an unmanned aerial vehicle.
US Media Reveals Who Stopped Trump From Striking Iran After Spy Drone Downing Sputnik 22 Jun 2019 -- Tensions between Iran and the United States nearly escalated into a dangerous direct confrontation on Thursday as President Donald Trump approved airstrikes against Tehran following the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' downing of a US spy drone, but abruptly backtracked on his decision.
Iran Warns of Firm Response to any US Threat While US Vows More Sanctions VOA 22 Jun 2019 -- Britain's Middle East minister travels to Tehran Sunday for talks with Iranian officials. Britain's Foreign Office said Andrew Murrison will call for "urgent de-escalation in the region." Murrison will also discuss Iran's threat to cease complying with the nuclear deal that the United States pulled out of last year.
Latest struggle of EU troika to save JCPOA IRNA 22 Jun 2019 -- European Troika Foreign Ministers have chosen Iran as their destination, which, in addition to their concerns about the growing tensions between Iran and the United States, rescuing the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) has been an increasingly important task.
Iran's armed forces fully prepared to defend country: Senior commander IRNA 22 Jun 2019 -- Iran's armed forces do not welcome war, but are fully ready to defend the country, Commander of Aerospace Force of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Brigadier General Amir Ali Hajizadeh said on Saturday.
Iran to start 2nd phase of reducing commitments under JCPOA on July 7: Zarif ISNA 22 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister, Mohammad Javad Zarif announced that Iran will start second phase of reducing its commitments under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) on July 7, 2019.
Trump says will be Iran's 'best friend,' thanks for not downing US plane Press TV 22 Jun 2019 -- US President Donald Trump has said that he would be Iran's "best friend" and that the Islamic republic could be a "wealthy" country if it stopped pursuing nuclear weapons. Iran's leadership has repeatedly expressed their firm opposition to the development and use of nuclear weapons.
Zarif tweets detailed map showing US spy drone hit in Iran's airspace Press TV 22 Jun 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has tweeted a map with detailed coordinates that shows a US spy drone shot down two days ago was within the Islamic Republic's territorial waters.
Iran summons UAE envoy over intrusive US drone launch Press TV 22 Jun 2019 -- Iran has summoned the United Arab Emirates' charge d'affaires to complain about the UAE allowing an American spy drone to be launched from a US military base on the Arab country's territory.
Iran says to respond firmly to US threats no matter what Press TV 22 Jun 2019 -- Iran says it will not allow any incursions by the United States into its borders regardless of the response that may come from Washington.
'A general', 'operators' could be behind US intrusion: Iran Press TV 22 Jun 2019 -- US drone intrusion into the Iranian airspace could have been carried out by a "general" or "several operators", a senior commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corpse (IRGC) says.
Trump says ready for Iran talks with no preconditions: Report Press TV 22 Jun 2019 -- US President Donald Trump has reportedly said that he would be ready to negotiate with Iran without any preconditions.
Trump To Impose New 'Major' Sanctions As Iran Warns Of 'Historic Response' If Attacked RFE/RL 22 Jun 2019 -- U.S. President Donald Trump says Washington will impose new "major" sanctions against Iran on June 24, adding that military action was still a possibility.
U.S., Global Force Threaten Iran With Sanctions Over Money-Laundering, Terror Financing RFE/RL 22 Jun 2019 -- The United States and an international task force have threatened Iran with financial penalties, accusing it of violating international guidelines designed to block money-laundering and funding of terror groups.
Trump Announces 'Major' New Sanctions Against Iran to Take Effect on Monday Sputnik 22 Jun 2019 -- Earlier in the day, Trump announced that a military action against Tehran was still on the table after Iran downed a US drone. The statement follows a separate announcement from the president, in which he stated that another round of anti-Iran sanctions is expected to be implemented as a means of preventing Tehran from developing nuclear weapons.
Iran to Defend Its Borders Regardless of US Decisions – Foreign Ministry Sputnik 22 Jun 2019 -- Earlier, US President Donald Trump called off a strike against targets in Iran minutes prior to launch, as he discovered some 150 Iranians would be killed. The strikes were set to be launched in retaliation to Iran's downing of a UAV, which, according to Tehran, breached its airspace, though Washington denies it did so.
US is Moving Forward With Additional Sanctions on Iran - Trump Sputnik 22 Jun 2019 -- A simmering confrontation between Washington and Tehran reached a new level earlier this week after Iran downed a US Global Hawk spy drone. Commenting on the incident, Trump claimed that he cancelled a retaliatory strike with just 10 minutes' notice.
Iranian FM Zarif Reveals Detailed Map of Downed US Drone's Route Sputnik 22 Jun 2019 -- The Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (ISRC) stated on 20 June that it had shot down a US surveillance drone over the coastal Hormozgan Province, facing the Persian Gulf, for entering Iranian airspace, while the US claimed the drone was in international airspace.
Iran Summons UAE Representative Over Alleged Launch of US Spy Drone From its Territory - Reports Sputnik 22 Jun 2019 -- Iran downed a US drone on 20 June, insisting that it violated the country's airspace in the southern Hormozgan Province, despite US claims that it was flying above neutral waters of the Strait of Hormuz. The downing almost led to an American strike against Iran, which was abruptly stopped by the US Presidents minutes prior to start.
Iran executes former Defense Ministry contractor over spying for CIA Press TV 22 Jun 2019 -- Iran has executed a former contract employee for the Defense Ministry's Aerospace Industries Organization on charges of spying for the US Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and the White House.
Reports: Iranian Man Executed For Allegedly Spying For CIA RFE/RL 22 Jun 2019 -- Iranian media reported that authorities have executed a man convicted of spying for the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency (CIA).
Defence Ministry Employee Executed in Iran for Spying for CIA Sputnik 22 Jun 2019 -- Earlier, Tehran announced that it busted a "large US cyber-espionage" network run by the CIA, arresting several spies. According to Tehran, the operation was organised and conducted in cooperation with "partners", without naming them.
US, Other Nations Agree to Toughen Supervision of Iran's Banks VOA 21 Jun 2019 -- The United States and more than 30 other nations belonging to a group that seeks to protect the global financial system have agreed to toughen their supervision of Iran's financial institutions.
Trump Confirms He Ordered, Then Halted U.S. Military Strikes On Iran RFE/RL 21 Jun 2019 -- U.S. President Donald Trump has confirmed that he ordered U.S. military strikes against Iran in retaliation for the shooting down of a U.S. Navy drone on June 20.
US strike on Iran would have killed 150 people, Trump says Press TV 21 Jun 2019 -- President Donald Trump said a US strike on 3 different Iranian sites would have killed 150 people but he cancelled it 10 minutes before the attack was going to be launched.
Senate Republicans emphasize congressional approval for Iran strike Press TV 21 Jun 2019 -- Republican lawmakers in the US senate have joined the chorus of Democrats urging the administration of President Donald Trump to hold back on war with Iran, reminding the American head of state that the US Constitution would not allow him to unilaterally declare war against the Islamic Republic.
Trump approves strikes against Iran, then abruptly pulls back: NY Times Press TV 21 Jun 2019 -- President Trump approved military strikes against Iran before dawn Friday but pulled back from launching them on Thursday night, the New York Times reports.
Trump Says Stopped US Strike on Iran 10 Minutes Before It Was Set to Be Carried Out Sputnik 21 Jun 2019 -- Already poor relations between Tehran and Washington got worse Thursday morning after Iranian air defence forces shot down a US spy drone they said was operating in Iranian airspace.
Trump Warns Iran that US 'Cocked & Loaded' but 'In No Hurry' VOA 21 Jun 2019 -- The United States was "cocked & loaded," ready to strike three sites in Iran in retaliation for the downing of a U.S. drone over the Strait of Hormuz but called off the attacks at the last possible moment to spare Iranian lives.
Israel's Prime Minister Says His Country Stands Behind US on Iran VOA 21 Jun 2019 -- As tensions continue between the U.S. and Iran, Israel backs President Donald Trump but worries that Iran could use its proxy, Hezbollah, to attack Israel.
Russia warns US against futile anti-Iran acts IRNA 21 Jun 2019 -- Deputy Foreign Minister of Russia Sergei Ryabkov described as dangerous the conditions between Iran and the US and warned the US to review the consequences of futile measures against Iran.
IRGC commander: Drone Attack Message to US, Iran Could Down P8 Aircraft with 35 aboard IRNA 21 Jun 2019 -- Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Aerospace Force said on Friday that his forces could have shot down a US P8 aircraft with 35 passengers on board while it was violating Iran's airspace, but decided to shoot down the drone to only send a message to Washington.
Zarif: Iran to start 2nd phase of JCPOA moratorium on July 7 IRNA 21 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Friday that The first phase of Iran's 60-day nuclear deal deadline began on May 8, and the 2nd phase of JCPOA moratorium will start on July 7.
UN reiterates Iran JCPOA commitments IRNA 21 Jun 2019 -- Secretary-General of the United Nations in his report on implementation of UNSC Resolution 2231, once again stressed Iran compliance with the nuclear deal.
Russia will help Iran with oil, banking if payment channel not launched: Ryabkov Press TV 21 Jun 2019 -- Russia has signaled its willingness to secure Iran's interests in the oil and banking sectors if Europe's non-dollar mechanism aimed at facilitating trade with the Islamic Republic is not launched.
Iran refrained from hitting manned US plane accompanying downed drone, IRGC says Press TV 21 Jun 2019 -- A senior Iranian military commander says Iran has refrained from shooting down a US plane with 35 people on board that was accompanying an American spy drone which was shot down in the Persian Gulf after intruding into the Iranian airspace.
Iran, Turkey sign document to enhance strategic cooperation Press TV 21 Jun 2019 -- Iran and Turkey have signed a document to enhance their mutual strategic partnership as Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu visited the country.
US deliberately pushing Iran situation to brink of war: Russia Press TV 21 Jun 2019 -- Russia says the United States is deliberately stoking dangerous tensions around Iran and pushing the situation to the brink of war.
Iran releases first photos of downed US drone's wreckage Press TV 21 Jun 2019 -- Iran has released the first photos of the wreckage of a US spy drone which was shot down early Thursday after intruding into the Iranian airspace.
Remaining Signatories Of Iran Nuclear Deal To Meet In Bid To Save Accord RFE/RL 21 Jun 2019 -- The remaining signatories to the landmark 2015 Iran nuclear deal plan to meet next week in an effort to save the accord, the European Union says.
US Believes Iran Must Be Prevented From Using Allies to Attack Saudi Arabia - Envoy Sputnik 21 Jun 2019 -- The United States believes it is necessary to resist Iran's alleged intentions to use allies to attack Saudi Arabia, US Special Representative for Iran Brian Hook said on Friday during his visit to Riyadh.
IRGC Commander Says US Bases and Aircraft Carrier Within Range of Iranian Missiles - Reports Sputnik 21 Jun 2019 -- Tensions between Iran and the US skyrocketed after an Iranian missile shot down a US drone. President Trump confirmed Friday that he planned to "respond" to the shoot-down on Thursday night with a large-scale attack against targets in Iran, but backtracked at the last moment, saying such strikes would not be "proportionate."
Iran Refrained From Attacking US Plane Accompanying Downed Drone, Islamic Republican Guard Claims Sputnik 21 Jun 2019 -- Earlier, the Iranian foreign ministry said Tehran had "indisputable" proof that the US shot down by an Iranian SAM after it violated Iranian airspace. Washington has challenged the claim, saying the incident took place over international waters in the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran Sees US Drone Incident as Attempt to Force Tehran to Start Talks - Defense Minister Sputnik 21 Jun 2019 -- Iran's recent downing of a US drone as well as the United States' reinforced military presence in the region are an attempt by the latter to pressure the Middle Eastern nation into starting negotiations, Iranian Defense Minister Brig. Gen. Amir Hatami said on Thursday.
Trump Reportedly Approved Military Retaliation after Iran Shootdown of US Drone VOA 21 Jun 2019 -- National security officials in Washington are declining comment on a newspaper report that U.S. President Donald Trump approved military strikes against in Iran Thursday but then pulled back from launching them for unknown reasons.
Trump Approves Strikes Against Iran on Thursday but Abruptly Backtracks on His Decision Sputnik 21 Jun 2019 -- US President Donald Trump approved military operation against Iran after the downing of a US Global Hawk spy drone, but pulled back from launching it on Thursday night, The New York Times reported.
Tehran Confirms Downed US Drone Was in Stealth Mode and Engaged in Spy Activity - Letter to UN Chief Sputnik 21 Jun 2019 -- The US Navy drone shot down by Iran over the Strait of Hormuz was in a full stealth mode and engaged in a spying operation, Iran's Ambassador to the United Nations, Majid Takht Ravanchi, said in a letter to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres obtained by Sputnik.
US Drone Debris Retrieved in Iranian Waters – Tehran FM Zarif Sputnik 21 Jun 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif on Thursday tweeted a map showing the location of the downing of a US Global Hawk spy drone by an Iranian air defence missile.
Explainer: How Serious Is Iran's Nuclear Deal Violation? RFE/RL 20 Jun 2019 -- Iran warned on June 17 that it would further reduce its compliance with the landmark 2015 nuclear agreement it made with world powers -- which has significantly limited Iran's sensitive nuclear activities in exchange for relief from economic sanctions.
U.S. Central Command Statement: Iranians shoot down U.S. drone NNS 20 Jun 2019 -- "U.S. Central Command can confirm that a U.S. Navy Broad Area Maritime Surveillance (or BAMS-D) ISR aircraft was shot down by an Iranian surface-to-air missile system while operating in international airspace over the Strait of Hormuz at approximately 11:35 p.m. GMT on June 19, 2019.
Trump calls Iran's shooting down US drone 'a new fly in the ointment' Press TV 20 Jun 2019 -- US President Donald Trump has played down Iran's downing of an intruding American spy drone, saying it could have been a mistake.
Trump Appears To Downplay Drone Strike, Says 'Hard To Believe' Was Intentional RFE/RL 20 Jun 2019 -- U.S. President Donald Trump appeared to downplay Iran's shootdown of a U.S. drone, saying it likely was an error by "a general or somebody," as both sides said they had evidence to prove the location of the craft when it was hit by a surface-to-air missile.
President Trump: Iran 'Made A Very Big Mistake!' VOA 20 Jun 2019 -- President Donald Trump has fired a warning shot at Iran via social media, hours after U.S. defense officials confirmed Tehran shot down a U.S. drone over international airspace.
Iran Shootdown of US Drone 'New Fly in the Ointment' VOA 20 Jun 2019 -- The United States and Iran edged closer to armed conflict Thursday following the downing of a U.S. Global Hawk surveillance drone over the Strait of Hormuz, a development U.S. President Donald Trump called a "very bad mistake."
Iran releases details of US spy drone aggression IRNA 20 Jun 2019 -- The Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) rejected the US claim that the downed spy drone was in international airspace and released the details of this drone's aggression.
Russia warns US of war against Iran IRNA 20 Jun 2019 -- Should the United States try to use force against Iran, a catastrophe will follow, because the effects of a military solution are very hard to gauge, Russian president said.
Iran warns foreign planes against aggression IRNA 20 Jun 2019 -- A Top Iranian security official on Thursday warned the foreign planes against aggression to its airspace.
FM spox slams US violation of Iran's airspace IRNA 20 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman strongly condemned the US spy drone's violation of Iranian airspace, and warned against violations of Iran's frontage.
US spy drone shot-down, clear message to White House: Commander IRNA 20 Jun 2019 -- Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) said on Thursday that the US spy drone shot-down has a clear message to enemies.
Iran shoots down US spy drone IRNA 20 Jun 2019 -- The Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) declared on Thursday that it has shot down a US spy drone.
Iran condemns US drone incursion in letter to UN chief Press TV 20 Jun 2019 -- Iran has condemned the violation of its airspace by a US spy drone, telling the United in a letter that the international community needs to confront Washington's destabilizing actions.
Video: Iran's Khordad 3 SAM system shoots down US drone Press TV 20 Jun 2019 -- The Iranian military has released video that shows the moment an indigenous Khordad 3 air defense system of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Aerospace Forces fires a surface-to-air missile at an intruding US spy drone.
Iran will take US to UN over drone encroachment: Zarif Press TV 20 Jun 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the country will take the case of US drone encroaching on its territory to the United Nations to prove Washington is lying about the aircraft having been shot down over international waters.
Zarif: Iran not changing regional policies under US threats, sanctions Press TV 20 Jun 2019 -- Iran will not be redirecting its political course of action in the face of the United States' pressures, says Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif.
Putin: US attack on Iran would be 'catastrophe' Press TV 20 Jun 2019 -- Russia's President Vladimir Putin warns that a US military attack against Iran would be catastrophic as tensions mount between Washington and Tehran.
Iran sharply condemns 'provocative' US airspace violation, warns aggressors Press TV 20 Jun 2019 -- Iran has sharply condemned the United States for violating the country's airspace by a spy drone, warning that the aggressors bear the responsibility for repercussions of such "provocative" moves.
Iran's IRGC force shoots down intruding US spy drone Press TV 20 Jun 2019 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has shot down an intruding American spy drone in the country's southern coastal province of Hormozgan.
Trump Calls Iranian Downing Of U.S. Drone 'A Very Big Mistake' RFE/RL 20 Jun 2019 -- President Donald Trump has called Iran's downing of a U.S. military drone a "very big mistake," fueling fears that simmering tensions between the two countries may boil over into a military conflict.
U.S. Envoy Heads To Persian Gulf Region Amid Tensions With Iran RFE/RL 20 Jun 2019 -- Brian Hook, the U.S. special representative for Iran, will travel to the Persian Gulf region to hold meetings with key allies after telling a House of Representatives panel that "our pressure campaign" against Tehran is working.
Pentagon Releases Video of What It Claims to Be US Drone Downing by Iran Sputnik 20 Jun 2019 -- The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) reported on 20 June that the Iranian military had shot down a US drone in the southern part of the country after it violated Iranian airspace.
Iran Vows Firm Response to US Aggression Over Drone Downing Sputnik 20 Jun 2019 -- Iran will respond firmly to US aggression should it retaliate, the spokesman for the Supreme National Security Council said after Iranian forces downed a US drone over the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran Files Complaint With UN Over US Aerial Drone Incident Sputnik 20 Jun 2019 -- Tehran has protested and filed a complaint with the UN in connection with the actions of the US drone that violated the Iranian border, the Iranian Foreign Ministry said Thursday.
US Forces Confirm Iranian Missile Shot Down Navy Drone - CENTCOM Sputnik 20 Jun 2019 -- The United States' military can confirm that an Iranian missile shot down a Navy drone operating over the Strait of Hormuz, spokesman for US Central Command (CENTCOM) Navy Captain Bill Urban said in a statement on Thursday.
Iran's Downing of US Drone 'Clear Message' to Washington − IRGC Commander Sputnik 20 Jun 2019 -- Iranian paramilitary forces stated on Thursday that a US spy drone had been shot down after entering Iran's airspace; it had flown over Hormuzgan province in the south of the country.
IRGC Claims US Spy Drone Shot Down Over Hormuzgan Province - Report Sputnik 20 Jun 2019 -- The report comes amid increased tensions between Iran and the US, with Washington announcing a new deployment of additional forces to the Middle East, including a Patriot missile battalion, drones and manned surveillance aircraft.
US Navy: Mine in tanker attack bears Iran hallmarks SPA 20 Jun 2019 -- The limpet mines used to attack a Japanese-owned oil tanker near the Strait of Hormuz last week bore "a striking resemblance" to similar mines seen in Iran, a U.S. Navy explosives expert said Wednesday.
Russia: US footage, images on tanker attacks very vague, can't prove 'Iranian role' Press TV 19 Jun 2019 -- Russia dismisses as "very vague" the so-called evidence the US has released to support the claim of Iran's involvement in the recent attacks against tankers in the Sea of Oman, saying the footage and images do not prove anything.
Mike Pompeo, Top US Officials Reveal What Would Trigger Military Action Against Iran Sputnik 19 Jun 2019 -- The United States continues to amass military forces in the vicinity of Iran, following tanker incidents near the Strait of Hormuz and the alleged threat that Iran poses to US forces operating in the Middle East.
US Official: Iranian Military Vessels Approached Tankers Before Gulf of Oman Attacks VOA 19 Jun 2019 -- A senior U.S. official has shared new information about suspected Iranian attacks on two tankers in the Gulf of Oman last week, saying Iranian vessels approached the tankers before the attacks happened.
US Navy Claims to Have Found Mine Fragments, Magnet Pointing to Iran in Oil Tankers Attack Sputnik 19 Jun 2019 -- Tensions between the US and Iran have escalated after an alleged attack on two oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman was blamed on Iran by the United States. Tehran vehemently denies the allegations.
Tehran's reciprocal steps in JCPOA IRNA 19 Jun 2019 -- With the withdrawal of the United States from the nuclear deal known as Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) and the failure of other members remaining in the nuclear deal to comply to fulfill their obligations, Tehran, after some years of restraint, is now taking reciprocal steps to reduce its obligations; a tactic that has embarrassed the violators.
President: Other party dampened spirit of JCPOA IRNA 19 Jun 2019 -- President President Hassan Rouhani on Wednesday urged the US to respect the Iranian nation and be honest and avoid adopting a double-standard policy through offering negotiation while increasing the economic sanctions.
Rouhani: US anti-Iran sanctions, crime against humanity IRNA 19 Jun 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said the sprit and the essence of the July 2015 nuclear deal between Iran and six other countries, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Actions (JCPOA), which was to increase Iran's trade and economic exchange with the world has been seriously damaged by other parties.
US' oil tanker videos not credible: Iran's Defense Minister ISNA 19 Jun 2019 -- Iran's Defense Minister said oil tanker videos published by US were not credible.
France, Germany seeking to reduce tensions between Iran, US but warn time running out Press TV 19 Jun 2019 -- French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian has blamed the US policy of maximum pressure against Iran for rising tensions in the Middle East, while criticizing Washington's decision last year to leave a 2015 nuclear deal between Tehran and six world powers, officially known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
No war will break out between Tehran, Washington: Iran's security chief Press TV 19 Jun 2019 -- Iran's top security official says there will be no war between Iran and the United States amid ongoing tensions between the two countries and Washington's military buildup in the Persian Gulf.
Suspension of nuclear commitments, Iran's smallest reaction: Rouhani Press TV 19 Jun 2019 -- President Hassan Rouhani says Iran's decision last month to suspend some of its commitments under its multilateral nuclear agreement is Tehran's smallest possible reaction to the breaches committed by the other signatories to the accord.
Defense chief dismisses US claim of Iran role in tanker attacks as 'sheer lie' Press TV 19 Jun 2019 -- Iran has categorically dismissed America's claim of Tehran's involvement in recent attacks against oil tankers in the Sea of Oman, saying the allegation is a "sheer lie" in line with "acts of sabotage" against the Islamic Republic.
Iran's 60-day deadline won't be extended: Nuclear official Press TV 19 Jun 2019 -- The spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says the country will not extend the 60-day deadline it has set for the remaining signatories to a 2015 multilateral nuclear deal to honor their commitments under the accord.
Iran, Russia square up to US sanctions with 12 accords Press TV 19 Jun 2019 -- Iran and Russia have signed a dozen cooperation agreements covering energy, railway, agriculture, pharmaceuticals and tourism, with senior officials stressing the political will of the two countries to reinforce ties in the face of US sanctions.
US president not seeking war with Iran: Pompeo Press TV 19 Jun 2019 -- US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has reiterated that President Donald Trump does not seek war with Iran but Washington will continue to maintain its pressure campaign against the Islamic Republic.
Scrapping Some Commitments Under Nuke Deal is 'Minimum' Measure - Iraninan President Rouhani Sputnik 19 Jun 2019 -- Tensions between the US and Iran have flared up after two oil tankers were reportedly attacked in the Gulf of Oman near the Strait of Hormuz. The United States pinned the blame on Iran, while Tehran refuted these claims as unsubstantiated.
Iran Considers Adding Foreign Potential to Domestic Military Capacity - Security Council Sputnik 19 Jun 2019 -- Iran considers engaging foreign potential to reinforce its domestic capacity in air defence amid escalating tensions, the secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, Ali Shamkhani said.
US' withdrawal, Europe's inactiveness preventing dialogue to solve challenges: Shamkhani ISNA 18 Jun 2019 -- Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC), Ali Shamkhani insisted that US' modern terrorist policies are targeting the identity and sovereignty of states.
Iran Says It Fell Deeper Into Recession Last Year Than Previously Known VOA 18 Jun 2019 -- Iran says its economy fell into a worse recession last year than international organizations expected, as the United States began re-imposing tough sanctions on Tehran's vital oil industry and other financial sectors.
US: 'All Evidence Points to Iran' in Tanker Attacks as More Troops Head to Region VOA 18 Jun 2019 -- U.S. military officials are insisting all evidence points to Iran for a series of attack on oil tankers in the Persian Gulf, warning Tehran is attempting to send a "very powerful signal" even as the President Donald Trump described the attacks as "very minor."
Mideast Tensions Rise Over US Troop Deployment, Iranian Warning on Uranium Stockpile Limits VOA 18 Jun 2019 -- Tensions in the Middle East continue to escalate as the U.S. plans to deploy more troops to the region and Iran warns it would exceed uranium stockpile limits imposed by a 2015 nuclear deal.
Germany calls for honoring JCPOA, de-escalation IRNA 18 Jun 2019 -- Germany's Foreign Ministry said on Tuesday that all signatories to the nuclear deal should keep the agreement alive, calling for de-escalation.
Iranian nation to win war of willpower: President Rouhani ISNA 18 Jun 2019 -- Iran's President said that the enemies' war with the Iranian nation is based on the war of hope and willpower, adding, "The goal of their ominous plans is to disappoint the people of Iran from the future and their country's development".
Iran ballistic missile technology changed balance of power: IRGC Press TV 18 Jun 2019 -- The chief commander of Iran's elite Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the country managed to change the balance of power in its favor by harnessing the technology required for manufacturing ballistic missiles.
Russia warns US against attempts to provoke war with Iran Press TV 18 Jun 2019 -- Russia has urged the United States to drop its "provocative" plans to deploy more troops to the Middle East, warning Washington against its "conscious" course of attempts to "provoke war" with Iran.
Iran urges global resistance against 'illegal US bullying' Press TV 18 Jun 2019 -- Iran's top security official has blasted the US for targeting the national identity and sovereignty of the world countries, calling for global resistance against Washington's "illegal bullying."
Iran will not go to war with any nation: Rouhani Press TV 18 Jun 2019 -- President Hassan Rouhani reaffirms that Iran does not seek war with any state, but stresses that the Iranian nation will be the ultimate winner of any warfare against the Islamic Republic.
China warns US to stop 'extreme pressure' on Iran Press TV 18 Jun 2019 -- China has denounced the US for exerting "extreme pressure" on Iran, warning Washington against opening a "Pandora's box" in the Middle East, after the Pentagon announced a new troop deployment to the region amid tensions with Tehran.
Is Washington's 'Maximum Pressure' Bringing An End To Iran's 'Strategic Patience?' RFE/RL 18 Jun 2019 -- Iran is turning up the heat on the United States and its allies by shifting away from a policy of "strategic patience" and pushing back against Washington's campaign of "maximum pressure" -- which has significantly cut Iran's oil exports, a major source of income, and caused the economy to shrink.
China Warns U.S. Over 'Extreme Pressure' On Iran, Amid Heightened Tensions RFE/RL 18 Jun 2019 -- China has warned the United States to ease what it calls its "extreme pressure methods" on Iran as concerns about a possible confrontation between Washington and Tehran mount.
IRGC Commander Says Iran's High Precision Missiles Can Hit Carriers at Sea - Reports Sputnik 18 Jun 2019 -- Tensions between Tehran and Washington are at their highest levels in years amid US claims that Iran was responsible for last week's sabotage attacks against two oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman. Iran has categorically rejected US charges.
Iran Refuses to Engage in Military Confrontation with Any Nation - President Rouhani Sputnik 18 Jun 2019 -- The United States Defence Department previously announced the dispatching of additional troops to the Middle East amid a reported attack on two oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman last week, which the US authorities quickly blamed on Iran.
China Warns of Unpredictable Consequences Amid US Troop Deployment to Middle East - FM Sputnik 18 Jun 2019 -- US Acting Secretary of Defence Patrick Shanahan previously announced that the Pentagon had greenlighted the deployment of an additional 1,000 troops, citing "defensive purposes".
Japanese Gov't Expresses Concern Over US Sending Additional 1,000 Troops to Middle East Sputnik 18 Jun 2019 -- The Japanese government expressed concern on Tuesday over the United States' plans to deploy additional 1,000 troops to the Middle East following the recent attacks on oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman.
Iran's Ministry of Intelligence deals 1st blow to CIA spy network ISNA 18 Jun 2019 -- Iran's Ministry of Intelligence has successfully dealt first blow to US cyber-espionage network run by Central Intelligence Agency (CIA).
Iran details destroying CIA spy network in world first Press TV 18 Jun 2019 -- Iran's Intelligence Ministry details how it recently delivered an unprecedented destructive blow to an integrated network of operatives serving the US spy agency via the Internet.
Iran Says Used Recruited CIA Cyberspies to Take Down Wider Network - Reports Sputnik 18 Jun 2019 -- Iran's intelligence agents were able to bust a CIA cyberespionage network allegedly operating in the country by recruiting spies from that very network to infiltrate the ring, Tasnim news agency reported on Tuesday, citing an official from the Iranian Intelligence Ministry.
Pentagon: New Photos Offer More Proof Iran Attacked Oil Tankers Last Week VOA 17 Jun 2019 -- The Pentagon has released new photographs it says are more proof that Iran attacked two foreign oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman last week.
Statement From Acting Secretary of Defense Patrick Shanahan on Additional Forces to U.S. Central Command DoD 17 Jun 2019 -- "In response to a request from the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) for additional forces, and with the advice of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and in consultation with the White House, I have authorized approximately 1,000 additional troops for defensive purposes to address air, naval, and ground-based threats in the Middle East."
US officials to discuss sending more troops to Middle East: Report Press TV 17 Jun 2019 -- Officials within the administration of US President Donald Trump are reportedly to discuss sending more troops to the Middle East.
Kremlin: Tehran honors all its nuclear commitments IRNA 17 Jun 2019 -- Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Monday that Moscow judges Iran nuclear program based on the reports issued by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) officials who say Iran has honored all its nuclear commitments under a 2015 multilateral deal known as JCPOA.
Iran registers four-fold growth of uranium output IRNA 17 Jun 2019 -- Spokesman of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Behrouz Kamalvandi said on Monday that output of uranium has increased four-fold and will surpass 300kg in the next ten days.
EU reiterates support for Iran nuclear deal IRNA 17 Jun 2019 -- The European External Action Service (EEAS) said in a statement on Monday that the visit to Iran of EEAS Secretary General Helga Schmid is a token of the EU support for the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action.
Iran to surpass 300kg enriched uranium limit in 10 days: AEOI spokesman ISNA 17 Jun 2019 -- Iran will surpass the 300kg limit that was previously determined for enriched uranium, in 10 days, the spokesman of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) said on Monday. However he added European countries still had time to save Iran's nuclear deal.
France: Iran nuclear deal can still be saved Press TV 17 Jun 2019 -- France says there is a window of opportunity between now and July 8 -- when Iran has warned it could be forced to suspend more of its nuclear obligations -- to save the nuclear deal between the Islamic Republic and world countries.
Saudi policies stoking militarism, tension, crisis: Iran Press TV 17 Jun 2019 -- Iran says Saudi Arabia lacks true understanding of variables in the Middle East and is fomenting tensions through its "militarism and crisis-fomenting" policies.
Collapse of nuclear deal will not benefit Iran, France, world: Rouhani Press TV 17 Jun 2019 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says France and other signatories to a 2015 nuclear deal with the Islamic Republic must do their best to help the accord survive, as its failure will not serve the interests of Iran, France and the entire world.
If Iran wants to block Persian Gulf oil exports, it will do it publicly: Military chief Press TV 17 Jun 2019 -- Iran's military chief says if the Islamic Republic decided to stop oil flow from the Persian Gulf, it will do it publicly and there will be nothing covert about it.
Iran's enriched uranium stockpile to surpass 300 kg from June 27: AEOI spokesman Press TV 17 Jun 2019 -- The spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran says the country will surpass the uranium stockpile limit set under the nuclear deal from June 27.
U.S. Calls For International Response To Iran's 'Nuclear Blackmail' RFE/RL 17 Jun 2019 -- The United States says Iran's plan to breach the limit on its stockpile of enriched uranium, which was set under a 2015 nuclear deal with world powers, amounts to "nuclear blackmail" and must be met with "increased international pressure."
US Calls Iran Plan to Surpass Uranium Stockpile Limit 'Nuclear Blackmail' VOA 17 Jun 2019 -- The United States calls Iran's plan to surpass the internationally agreed limit on its stock of low-enriched uranium "nuclear blackmail."
Iran Expects to Surpass Uranium Stockpile Limit in 10 Days VOA 17 Jun 2019 -- Iran's atomic energy agency said Monday the country would soon surpass the limit on the amount of enriched uranium it is allowed to keep under the 2015 international agreement aimed at restraining its nuclear weapons program.
Iran uncovered, busted CIA-run cyber-espionage network: Security chief Press TV 17 Jun 2019 -- Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Shamkhani says the country's intelligence apparatus has successfully discovered and dealt a serious blow to a cyber-espionage network, which was run by the US Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and operated in a number of countries.
Iran Claims It Uncovered U.S. Cyberespionage Network RFE/RL 17 Jun 2019 -- Iran claims it has exposed a U.S. cyberespionage network run by the CIA and that several spies have been arrested in several countries as a result.
Arrests Made as Iran Busts 'Large' CIA-Run Network - Reports Sputnik 17 Jun 2019 -- The development comes against the backdrop of tensions between the United States and Iran that dramatically escalated last week, when Washington accused Tehran of being behind attacks on two oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman.
U.S. Vows To Guarantee Passage Through Strait of Hormuz RFE/RL 16 Jun 2019 -- The United States and its ally Saudi Arabia have said they don't want to go to war with Iran, but insisted they were ready to take all necessary actions to deal with any Iranian threat.
US Guarantees Hormuz Shipping Passage VOA 16 Jun 2019 -- The United States says it will "guarantee freedom of navigation" for shipping through the Strait of Hormuz through diplomatic talks or military intervention, contending again that it was "unmistakable" that Iran launched last week's attacks on two tankers sailing through the narrow passage.
U.S. Accuses Iran Of Helping Huthi Rebels Shoot Down Drone Over Yemen RFE/RL 16 Jun 2019 -- The U.S. military says Yemen's Shi'ite Huthi rebels shot down a U.S. government-operated drone earlier this month with "assistance" from Iran.
Pompeo Claims Military Option on Table as Iran Suggests Gulf 'Attacks' are US False Flag Op Sputnik 16 Jun 2019 -- The US earlier claimed that the Islamic Republic was behind the attack against ships operated by Japan and Norway in the Gulf of Oman on 13 June and has even released video "evidence". While Tehran vehemently denies any involvement, the Japanese government reportedly considers Washington's allegations unconvincing.
Intel Shows Iran 'Almost Certainly' Behind Tanker Attacks, UK Foreign Secretary Hunt Claims Sputnik 16 Jun 2019 -- The development comes shortly after Britain's ambassador to Iran, Rob Macaire, denied reports that he had been summoned by the Iranian Foreign Ministry in the wake of London accusing Tehran of attacking two oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman on 13 June.
Iranian official: US may have been behind tanker incidents Press TV 16 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani says the United States may have carried out acts of sabotage against two oil tankers in the Sea of Oman to blame them on Iran and pressure Tehran.
'Japan dismisses US claim that Iran attacked tankers' Press TV 16 Jun 2019 -- Japanese officials say Tokyo has dismissed a claim by the United States that Iran attacked two oil tankers – both of them carrying "Japanese-related" cargo – in the Sea of Oman.
HRH Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz to Asharq Al-Awsat: We Don't Want War but We Won't Hesitate in Dealing with Any Threat SPA 16 Jun 2019 -- His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz , Crown Prince, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense, said that Saudi Arabia does not want a war in the region, but stressed that it "will not hesitate in dealing with any threat against our people, sovereignty and vital interests."
"Suspicious" oil tanker attacks complementary to US' sanctions against Iran: Larijani ISNA 16 Jun 2019 -- Iran's Parliament Speaker, Ali Larijani said, oil tanker attacks in the Gulf of Oman are "suspicious" and a "complementary" to United States' economic sanctions against Iranian nation.
Top French lawmaker stresses on preserving JCPOA ISNA 16 Jun 2019 -- Chairwoman of the Foreign Relations Committee of the French National Assembly Marielle de Sarnez stressed on preserving Iran nuclear deal, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Pompeo says US does not want war with Iran Press TV 16 Jun 2019 -- US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says Washington does not want to go to war with Tehran, while falsely accusing Iran again for the attacks on two oil tankers in the Sea of Oman last week.
Iran to detail measures taken to reduce obligations under nuclear deal Press TV 16 Jun 2019 -- Iran will release important details about the measures it has taken so far to suspend some of its commitments under a 2015 nuclear deal, in reciprocation of a move by the United States to unilaterally scrap that deal.
Iran to Announce Steps to Reduce Commitments Under Nuclear Deal Amid US Sanctions Sputnik 16 Jun 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani warned on 15 June that his country will continue to suspend some of its commitments under the nuclear deal, inked in 2015, if Iran doesn't receive some "positive signals" from other signatories to the accord in the near future.
Crashed tankers leave Iranian waters IRNA 15 Jun 2019 -- Director General of Ports and Maritime Affairs of Hormozgan province (south of Iran) Allah-Morad Afifi-pour said on Saturday that the crashed oil tankers in Sea of Oman have left Iran's territorial waters.
US fails to frame-up against Iran IRNA 15 Jun 2019 -- After having failed to make consensus against the Islamic Republic of Iran, by departing the 2015 nuclear deal known as JCPOA, the Trump government is now struggling to frame-up against Iran in the matter of suspected incident for the two ships in Oman Sea.
Japan calls for international inquiry into tankers explosion IRNA 15 Jun 2019 -- Japanese Foreign Minister Taro Kono on Saturday called for UN inquiry about the attacks on two oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman, one of which was operated by a Japanese company.
U.S. points accusing finger at Iran over tankers attack amid tensions People's Daily 15 Jun 2019 -- U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday accused Iran of being behind the attacks on two oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman one day before, citing a video released by the U.S. military.
Evidence not sufficient to blame any country for Fujairah tanker attacks: UAE Press TV 15 Jun 2019 -- United Arab Emirates (UAE)'s minister of foreign affairs says his country does not have enough evidence to blame any country for last month's attacks on four oil tankers off the Emirati port city of Fujairah.
UN chief urges independent inquiry into oil tanker attacks Press TV 15 Jun 2019 -- UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres has called for an independent probe into Thursday's attacks on two oil tankers in the Sea of Oman in the face of US efforts to frame Iran.
Saudi Crown Prince Blames Iran For Tanker Attacks, Says Ready 'To Deal With Any Threat' RFE/RL 15 Jun 2019 -- Saudi Arabia's crown prince has directly blamed archrival Iran for attacks on two oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman and said his country "won't hesitate to deal with any threat" against its people or interests.
UAE Calls to Protect Energy Supply From Gulf Amid Oil Tanker Attacks Sputnik 15 Jun 2019 -- The US has recently accused Iran of being behind the explosions that damaged two tankers sailing through the Gulf of Oman. Tehran has vehemently denied Washington's claims condemning the attempts to blame the Islamic Republic for false flag attacks.
US Officials Say Iranian Boats Prevented Salvaging of Damaged Oil Tanker in Gulf of Oman – Reports Sputnik 15 Jun 2019 -- After the incident in the Gulf of Oman, Iranian military fast-boats reportedly prevented privately owned tug boats from salvaging one of the damaged vessels.
Saudi Crown Prince Accuses Iran of Attack on Tankers in Gulf of Oman Sputnik 16 Jun 2019 -- Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman accused rival Iran of twin attacks on oil tankers in a vital Gulf shipping channel, according to excerpts of an interview published early Sunday.
Iran slams France's inaction to save JCPOA, says INSTEX still 'on paper' Press TV 15 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani has criticized France for its inaction in preserving the 2015 nuclear deal, saying a European-proposed financial mechanism meant to protect trade ties with Iran against the US sanctions is still "on paper".
US extends waivers for Iraq to import gas, electricity from Iran Press TV 15 Jun 2019 -- Washington has granted Iraq another 90-day waiver to allow it to keep importing gas and electricity from neighboring Iran, which is under tough US sanctions, two Iraqi government sources say.
Iran to 'take further measures' if JCPOA sides fail it: Rouhani Press TV 15 Jun 2019 -- President Hassan Rouhani has renewed Iran's ultimatum to scale back its commitments under a 2015 multilateral nuclear deal in the absence of "a proper response" from the remaining signatories.
U.S. Looks To Build International Support Amid Soaring Tensions With Iran RFE/RL 15 Jun 2019 -- Acting U.S. Defense Secretary Patrick Shanahan says Washington is focused on building international support "and making contingency plans should the situation deteriorate" following attacks on oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman that the United States blames on Iran.
Iran's President Says Tehran To Scale Back Compliance With 2015 Nuclear Deal RFE/RL 15 Jun 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rohani says his country will continue scaling back on compliance of its nuclear deal with world powers unless other signatories to the agreement show "positive signals."
Pompeo Speaks With Iraqi PM, Shares U.S. Assessment Of Iranian Blame For Attacks RFE/RL 15 Jun 2019 -- U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo spoke by phone with Iraqi Prime Minister Adil Abdul-Mahdi, emphasizing "our shared desire for a strong, free, and sovereign Iraq," the State Department said.
Iran to Roll Back Nuclear Deal Commitments Further Unless Situation Changes Sputnik 15 Jun 2019 -- Following the US unilateral withdrawal from the deal, other signatories to it have vowed to continue adhering to the agreement. However, Tehran has voiced displeasure at how these countries are living up to their promises and has therefore reportedly suspended some of its commitments under the nuclear deal.
Iran Summons Britain's Ambassador to Tehran About Tankers VOA 15 Jun 2019 -- Iran summoned the British ambassador to Tehran on Saturday after Britain placed the blame on the country for the attacks on two oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman, according to Iran's ISNA news agency.
Iran to Curtail Compliance With Nuclear Deal as Mideast Tensions Heighten VOA 15 Jun 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says his country will continue to curtail its compliance with a nuclear deal unless other global powers that entered the agreement show "positive signals."
Russia says interested in energy investment in Iran Press TV 14 Jun 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin have discussed expansion of business ties between the two states in a range of fields, particularly in the energy sector, despite Washington's unilateral sanctions.
Primary problem of foreign ships' incident technical: Official IRNA 14 Jun 2019 -- Director General of Ports and Maritime Department of Hormozgan province says that the appearance and preliminary estimation of experts from the department indicates that the problem of foreign ships' incident in the Oman Sea was technical.
Suspicious accidents for oil tankers alarming: Spox IRNA 14 Jun 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi said the US accusations regarding oil tankers in the Oman Sea are not only a joke and funny, but alarming and worrisome.
Iran says attacks on 2 oil carriers in Sea of Oman "suspicious" People's Daily 14 Jun 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said Thursday that the attacks on two oil tankers in the Sea of Oman earlier on the day were "suspicious."
Russia warns against 'hasty conclusions' about tanker incidents in Sea of Oman Press TV 14 Jun 2019 -- Russia has warned against jumping to conclusions about a Thursday incident involving two oil tankers in the Sea of Oman, which the United States has claimed were attacks carried out by Iran.
Iran warns US over blame game through 'suspicious' attacks Press TV 14 Jun 2019 -- Iran has warned the US to stop playing a blame game through "suspicious" attacks on oil tankers in the Middle East, describing the American behavior as "worrying".
Oil-Tanker Attacks A 'Dangerous Escalation' In U.S.-Iran Confrontation, Expert Says RFE/RL 14 Jun 2019 -- Attacks on two commercial oil tankers in the Gulf Of Oman have escalated tensions in the Middle East and raised the prospect of a military confrontation between Iran and the United States. Washington and its allies in the region have blamed Tehran for the blasts on board the Norwegian-owned Front Altair and Japanese-owned Kokuka Courageous. The cause of the explosions remains unclear.
Trump Blames Iran For Attacks On Oil Tankers In Gulf Of Oman RFE/RL 14 Jun 2019 -- U.S. President Donald Trump has accused Iran of carrying out the June 13 attacks against two oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman.
Gulf of Oman attacks: UK statement UK FCO 14 Jun 2019 -- UK Government statement following the attacks on tankers in the Gulf of Oman.
UK Accuses Iranian Revolutionary Guards Corps of Attacking Tankers in Gulf of Oman Sputnik 14 Jun 2019 -- UK Foreign Office accused on Friday the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) of attacking tankers in the Gulf of Oman.
Owner of One Tanker in Oman Gulf Rules Out Technical Errors as Cause of Fire - Reports Sputnik 14 Jun 2019 -- The chief executive of Norwegian shipping firm Frontline Management, the owner of the Front Altair oil tanker, which was reportedly attacked in the Gulf of Oman on Thursday, has ruled out the possibility of a technical malfunction being behind the fire aboard the vessel, in an interview published on Friday.
Trump Accuses Iran of Committing Attack on Oil Tankers in Gulf of Oman Sputnik 14 Jun 2019 -- Earlier, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo accused Iran of committing attacks against two oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman. Tehran has vehemently denied Washington's accusations and called to stop using false flag provocations to shift the blame onto the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Iran Urges US, Allies to Stop False Flag Ops in Mideast After Gulf of Oman Tanker Sabotage Sputnik 14 Jun 2019 -- The warning comes on the heels of US accusations that Iran was behind the attacks on two oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman on 13 June - just one month after a similar incident near Fujairah was likewise blamed on the Islamic Republic.
Iran FM Zarif: US causing insecurity in region IRNA 14 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif referred to his fruitful talks at Shanghai Summit, saying the US unilateral acts are responsible for regional insecurity.
SCO states support JCPOA IRNA 14 Jun 2019 -- Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member-states in their final statement urged the signatories of Iran nuclear deal, also known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), to comply with their commitments.
Iran nuclear deal implementation only logical, correct path: Russian president Press TV 14 Jun 2019 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned of the negative consequences of the US' withdrawal from the 2015 multilateral nuclear agreement, saying the parties' compliance with the deal would be the "only logical and correct path."
Trump says wants Iran 'back at the table' after tanker attacks Press TV 14 Jun 2019 -- US President Donald Trump has said that he wants Iran to get back at the table, following attacks on two oil tankers in the Sea of Oman which Washington has blamed on Tehran.
President Xi: China to promote ties with Iran no matter what Press TV 14 Jun 2019 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping says Beijing will continue to promote steady development of ties with Tehran no matter how the situation changes.
Iranian President Tells SCO Summit That Trump Poses 'Serious Risk' To Stability RFE/RL 14 Jun 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rohani has told a summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in Bishkek that U.S. actions pose a "serious" threat to regional and global stability.
U.S. CENTCOM Statement on June 13 Limpet Mine Attack in the Gulf of Oman NNS 13 Jun 2019 -- U.S. Naval Forces in the region received two separate distress calls at 6:12 a.m. local time from the motor tanker (M/T) Altair and a second one at 7a.m. local time from the M/T Kokuka Courageous.
Iran categorically rejects US 'unfounded claim' on tanker attacks Press TV 13 Jun 2019 -- Iran has rejected as "unfounded" US claims that it is responsible for the recent attacks on two oil tankers in the Sea of Oman, warning of "another Iranophobic campaign" being waged by Washington and its allies.
Pompeo blames Iran for tanker attacks in Sea of Oman Press TV 13 Jun 2019 -- The administration of US President Donald Trump blames Iran for attacks on two oil tankers in the Sea of Oman without providing evidence as Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has called the incident "suspicious" which occurred during a landmark visit by Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe to the Islamic Republic.
Saudi Energy Minister Condemns the Attacks on Two Tankers in the Gulf of Oman, which Targeted the Freedom of Navigation and the Security of Supplies for Consumers All over the World SPA 13 Jun 2019 -- H.E. Khalid A. Al-Falih, Saudi Arabia's Minister of Energy, Industry and Mineral Resources stated that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is monitoring with great concern reports about the terrorist attacks that targeted two tankers in the Gulf of Oman. His Excellency added that the Kingdom condemns such terrorist acts, especially in view of the attacks on Saudi vessels off the coast of UAE a month ago. He noted that one of the tankers was carrying methanol from Jubail.
US Confirms that Iran has Carried out Attacks on Two Oil Tankers in Gulf of Oman, US Secretary of State reports SPA 13 Jun 2019 -- US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said today that "the United States is absolutely confident that only Iran is capable of carrying out attacks similar to those that took place today against two oil tankers in the Gulf and that the US assessment of available military and intelligence information confirm this".
CENTCOM statement on recent events in the Gulf of Oman CENTCOM 13 Jun 2019 -- "U.S. Naval Forces in the region received two separate distress calls at 6:12 a.m. local time and a second one at 7:00 a.m.
Statement Regarding Shipping Vessels in Gulf of Oman NNS 13 Jun 2019 -- We are aware of the reported attack on shipping vessels in the Gulf of Oman. U.S. Naval Forces in the region received two separate distress calls at 6:12 a.m. local (Bahrain) time and a second one at 7:00 a.m. The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Bainbridge (DDG 96) rendered assistance.
Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo Remarks to the Press US Dept. of State 13 Jun 2019 -- "It is the assessment of the United States Government that the Islamic Republic of Iran is responsible for the attacks that occurred in the Gulf of Oman today. This assessment is based on intelligence, the weapons used, the level of expertise needed to execute the operation, recent similar Iranian attacks on shipping, and the fact that no proxy group operating in the area has the resources and proficiency to act with such a high degree of sophistication."
US Blames Iran for Attacks on 2 Oil Tankers in Gulf of Oman VOA 13 Jun 2019 -- U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is blaming Iran for Thursday's attacks on two oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman, off the Iranian coast.
Iran navy investigating dimensions of accident in Oman Sea IRNA 13 Jun 2019 -- The Iranian navy announced that the causes and dimensions of the recent accidents for tankers in the Sea of Oman is under investigation.
FM spox: Japanese tanker accident suspicious IRNA 13 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman described as suspicious the attack on two Japanese oil tankers in Sea of Oman and its coincidence with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's meeting with Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.
Zarif says suspicious not to describe what happened to Japan tankers IRNA 13 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister said in a message that the mishaps for oil tankers carrying crude for Japan is suspicious as there has been no explanation on what happened to them.
Gov't spokesman voices concern over tragic incident for blast of 2 oil tankers in Oman Sea IRNA 13 Jun 2019 -- Government Spokesman Ali Rabiei voiced his concern and sorrow over the explosion of two oil tankers carrying oil for Japan in the Sea of Oman and warned all countries of the region to be careful not to be trapped by those, who benefit from instability in the region.
Two tankers hit in Gulf of Oman ISNA 13 Jun 2019 -- Two oil tankers were hit in a suspected attack on Thursday June 13 in the Gulf of Oman.
World reacts as two tankers 'attacked' in Sea of Oman Press TV 13 Jun 2019 -- Hours after two tankers were reportedly attacked in the Sea of Oman, a flurry of international reactions poured in from various countries, companies, and political figures as well as financial markets, the gist of which follows.
Tankers attack suspicious, regional dialogue imperative: Zarif Press TV 13 Jun 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the attack on two tankers in the Sea of Oman amid a landmark visit by the Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe to Iran is suspicions, calling for the promotion of dialogue among regional countries.
Iran rescues all crew members of tankers hit in Sea of Oman Press TV 13 Jun 2019 -- Iran has rushed to the assistance of two oil tankers hit by yet unspecified accidents in the Sea of Oman, transferring all of their 44 crew members to its southern shores.
Oil prices jump following suspected attacks on two oil tankers in Sea of Oman Press TV 13 Jun 2019 -- Crude oil futures have jumped following reports of explosions targeting two oil tankers in the Sea of Oman.
Two Oil Tankers Hit By Explosions In Gulf Of Oman; U.S. Blames Iran RFE/RL 13 Jun 2019 -- Two commercial oil tankers were hit by explosions and caught fire in the Gulf of Oman, prompting the evacuation and rescue of dozens of crew members. The United States blamed Iran, accusing it of trying to disrupt oil supplies through the strategic waterway.
Explosions hit two large tankers in Sea of Oman: Reports Press TV 13 Jun 2019 -- Media reports say two large tankers have been hit by explosions in the Sea of Oman.
Iran Responsible for Tanker Attacks in Gulf of Oman - Pompeo Sputnik 13 Jun 2019 -- The United States believes that Iran is behind Thursday's attacks on two tanker vessels in the Gulf of Oman, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said during a press briefing.
Iran Calls Reported Oil Tanker Attack in Gulf of Oman 'Suspicious' Sputnik 13 Jun 2019 -- On Thursday morning, reports emerged that two tankers were damaged near the Strait of Hormuz. It comes at a time of heightened tensions in the Middle East and just a month after four vessels were affected in a similar incident off the Emirati coast.
Iran Rescues 44 Sailors From Two Oil Tankers After Suspected Attack in Gulf of Oman − Reports Sputnik 13 Jun 2019 -- Reports about the incident emerged a month after an attack on four vessels off the Emirati coast, which UAE investigators blamed on an unspecified "state actor".
Russia Warns Against Using Oil Tanker Incident to Lay Blame on Iran, Escalate Tensions Sputnik 13 Jun 2019 -- Moscow warns against hasty conclusions and attempts to blame Iran for the incident in the Gulf of Oman, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said.
E3 underlines delivering 1st INSTEX transaction IRNA 13 Jun 2019 -- Ambassadors of the UK, Germany and France in a statement stressed delivering the first transaction of the Instrument in Support of Trade Exchanges (INSTEX).
Japan to keep contact with US, Iran to lower tensions: Official IRNA 13 Jun 2019 -- Japan is willing to make further efforts in favor of peace and stability in the region and the world through follow-up communications with Tehran and Washington, press secretary of Japan's Foreign Ministry said Thursday.
Leader: Iran not considering Trump worth to exchange message with IRNA 13 Jun 2019 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei declared on Thursday that Iran will not hold talks with the United States because President Donald Trump is not worth it.
New plot by Trump's government to undermine INSTEX IRNA 13 Jun 2019 -- Washington targeted Iranian-European channel of finance and trade known as INSTEX, and by undermining it as ineffective is willing to force the Islamic Republic of Iran towards its favored direction namely negotiation for the new nuclear deal.
President in a joint press conference with Japanese PM: Iran won't begin any war in region, even with US; but will respond strongly to any threat ISNA 13 Jun 2019 -- Iran's President stressed, "The Islamic Republic of Iran welcomes the Japanese government and Prime Minister's will to develop bilateral relations and regional and international cooperation".
Security of Persian Gulf, world of special importance to us: Rouhani Press TV 13 Jun 2019 -- President Hassan Rouhani says security of the entire world, especially the Persian Gulf region, is of high significance to Iran.
'Stay as far away as you can!' Iranian cmdr. warns enemies Press TV 13 Jun 2019 -- The commander of the Iranian Army's Air Defense Force has warned enemies against approaching Iran's borders.
Leader to Japan PM: Trump not worthy of exchanging messages with Press TV 13 Jun 2019 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei dismisses US President Donald Trump as a person not worthy of a response or a message, stressing that negotiations with Washington cannot help solve any problem.
Supreme Leader Tells Japan's PM Iran Won't Negotiate With U.S. Again RFE/RL 13 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has told Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe that Iran will not repeat what he called a "bitter experience" of negotiating with the United States amid rising tensions between Tehran and Washington.
Iran's Air Defence Chief: 'We Are Warning the Enemy…Move as Far Away As You Can From Our Border' Sputnik 13 Jun 2019 -- Strained relations between Washington and Tehran got worse last month after the US parked a carrier strike group in the Arabian Sea and built up its presence in the Middle East while accusing Iran of involvement in the sabotage of four tankers off the coast of the United Arab Emirates.
Treasury Targets IRGC-Qods Force Financial Conduit in Iraq for Trafficking Weapons Worth Hundreds of Millions of Dollars US Treasury 12 Jun 2019 -- Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) imposed sanctions on an Iraq-based Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force (IRGC-QF) financial conduit, South Wealth Resources Company (SWRC), which has trafficked hundreds of millions of dollars' worth of weapons to IRGC-QF-backed Iraqi militias.
Japan's Abe Urges Patience in Effort to Ease US-Iran Tensions VOA 12 Jun 2019 -- Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe warned of another military conflict in the Middle East if the global community is not more patient in the quest to ease escalating tensions between the United States and Iran.
New plot by Trump's government to undermine INSTEX IRNA 12 Jun 2019 -- Washington targeted Iranian-European channel of finance and trade known as INSTEX, and by undermining it as ineffective is willing to force the Islamic Republic of Iran towards its favored direction namely negotiation for the new nuclear deal.
Rouhani: US anti-Iran economic war main cause of regional tensions IRNA 12 Jun 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said on Wednesday ongoing tensions in the region are rooted in the US economic war on the Iranian nation and when the war stops, positive events will start to emerge in the region and world.
Larijani: Iran resisting US pressures IRNA 12 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani in a meeting with the head of the Foreign Affairs Commission of the Serbian parliament stressed that the Americans are seeking to exert pressure on Iran by intensifying sanctions, but Iranians will resist the pressures.
Iran self-sufficient in air defense equipment production IRNA 12 Jun 2019 -- Commander of the Iranian Army's Air Defense Force referred to new air defense system named "the 15th of Khordad, and said Iran is self-sufficient in the field of air defense.
US spreading anti-Iran sentiment: Iran FM IRNA 12 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Wednesday that the US is spreading anti-Iran sentiment on a daily basis.
Rouhani: US maximum pressure did not work IRNA 12 Jun 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said here on Wednesday that the US maximum pressures and sanctions have become ineffective and did not work.
Iran urges JCPOA signatories to implement commitments equally IRNA 12 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Abbas Mousavi said on Wednesday that all signatories to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) should equally implement their commitments.
US' maximum pressure doesn't affect Iranian people: President Rouhani ISNA 12 Jun 2019 -- Iran's President stated that today, the general conditions of the country are very good despite what enemies are stating, and added, "The Iranian nation should know that the pressures of the United States against our country have reached its highest point, and will overflow from now on".
If Europe concerned, exercise its commitments under JCPOA ISNA 12 Jun 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman, Seyyed Abbas Mousavi stressed on Wednesday that if the European friends are concerned about preserving Iran nuclear deal, they should urge all sides to exercise their commitments.
US' economic war with Iran root cause of growing tensions in ME: Araqchi ISNA 12 Jun 2019 -- Iranian deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs, Seyyed Abbas Araqchi says security in the Persian Gulf is an "integrated and inseparable" concept.
US imposes sanctions on Iraqi company over Iran ties Press TV 12 Jun 2019 -- The United States has imposed illegal sanctions on an Iraqi company, citing its ties with the Islamic Republic of Iran.
PM Abe calls Iran significant country, voices Japan's readiness to help ease tensions Press TV 12 Jun 2019 -- Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe says his country aims to play a role in easing tensions surrounding Iran, as he highlights peace and tranquility in the Middle East are very important for the entire world.
EU's Schmid due in Tehran this week to discuss ways to save JCPOA, ease Iran-US tensions Press TV 12 Jun 2019 -- The secretary general of the European Union's External Action Service (EEAS) is to pay an official visit to Iran this week as part of a tour of the Persian Gulf to discuss ways to ease tensions in the region and preserve a 2015 nuclear deal between Tehran and six world powers.
US losing capacity for pressure on Iran: Rouhani Press TV 12 Jun 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the United States has practically exhausted its capacity for pressure on Iran and such pressure is losing steam.
Tehran to Maas: All signatories, not just Iran, must comply with nuclear deal Press TV 12 Jun 2019 -- Iran criticizes the German foreign minister for delivering a warning to Tehran against potential withdrawal from a 2015 multilateral nuclear deal, saying all the signatories are required to meet their end of the bargain, otherwise they should recognize Iran's right to reconsider its commitments.
Japan's Abe On Tehran Mission To Help Ease U.S.-Iran Tensions RFE/RL 12 Jun 2019 -- Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe says a military conflict should be avoided at all costs amid rising tensions between the United States and Iran.
U.S. Sanctions Iraq-Based Company Affiliated With IRGC RFE/RL 12 Jun 2019 -- The United States has sanctioned an Iraqi company that it said had helped Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) evade sanctions by smuggling hundreds of millions of dollars worth of weapons.
Iran Does Not Intend to Start a War With Anyone, Even With US - President Sputnik 12 Jun 2019 -- As tensions between Washington and Tehran have been rising, Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said earlier this week that whoever starts a war with Tehran will not be the one who finishes it.
Iranian President: US Exhausted Potential of Pressure on Tehran Sputnik 12 Jun 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said on Wednesday that Washington had exhausted the potential of its pressure on Tehran and opined that the situation in the country had improved compared to last year.
German FM hopes INSTEX to operate soon with first transaction IRNA 11 Jun 2019 -- German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas hoped on Tuesday that the Instrument in Support of Trade Exchanges (INSTEX) would operate soon with first transaction.
Russian FM: Some European countries awaiting Iran's violating JCPOA IRNA 11 Jun 2019 -- Some European Union members want Iran to make a mistake and breach he Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), said Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov in an international forum on Primakov Readings on Tuesday.
US pressuring world into ignoring Security Council resolution on Iran: Russia FM Press TV 11 Jun 2019 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov says the United States' actions against Iran constitute a blatant attempt to pressure the international community into overlooking a United Nations Security Council resolution in line with Washington's agenda of "strangling" the Islamic Republic.
Official derides US sanctions on Iran petrochemicals Press TV 11 Jun 2019 -- The CEO of Iran's National Petrochemical Company has shrugged off US sanctions on the country's largest and most profitable petrochemical group, saying they will not impact the industry.
US mulls new sanctions to kill Iran-EU trade vehicle Press TV 11 Jun 2019 -- The Trump administration is now weighing sanctions on Iran's counterpart to the European special-purpose vehicle for humanitarian trade, Bloomberg says.
Female Lawmaker Vows To Take A Gavel To Iran's Political Glass Ceiling RFE/RL 11 Jun 2019 -- Iranian lawmaker Parvaneh Salahshuri, a sociologist, says that when she decided to apply for one of a handful of influential posts in parliament, she realized she didn't have a chance.
Iran frees Lebanese jailed for spying for US; White House 'thankful' Press TV 11 Jun 2019 -- Tehran has freed Nizar Zakka, a Lebanese national serving a jail term in Iran for espionage for the United States, following mediation efforts by President Michel Aoun of Lebanon.
Lebanese U.S. Resident Convicted Of Spying Leaves Iran For Lebanon RFE/RL 11 Jun 2019 -- A Lebanese national imprisoned in Iran on charges of spying for the United States has arrived in Beirut after being released by Tehran.
Iran has placed no order to buy Russian S400: FM Spox IRNA 10 Jun 2019 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Abbas Mousavi said in his weekly press conference on Monday that Iran does not need extra S-400 anti-missile defense system and placed no order for.
Zarif: Trump's economic war cause of all tensions IRNA 10 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif in a message pointed to his frank talks with his German counterpart, saying Trump's economic war is the cause of all tensions.
EU trying JCPOA to go on: German FM IRNA 10 Jun 2019 -- German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas reiterated support by three European states for the Iranian nuclear deal, saying that the European Union is trying to compensate for the vacuum of the US withdrawal from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), and this issue is to uphold the nuclear deal.
FM spox urges Europe, Germany to help preserve JCPOA IRNA 10 Jun 2019 -- Foreign Ministry Spokesman Abbas Mousavi in a message on Monday urged Europe and Germany to help preserve Iran nuclear deal known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) by their practical initiatives.
Iran, Europe pursue preserving JCPOA, avoiding tensions in region: Zarif ISNA 10 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mohammad Javad Zarif said, Iran, European Union and Germany follow the purpose of preserving the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) and avoiding tensions and conflicts in the region.
We barely count on INSTEX: Iran Foreign Ministry spokesman ISNA 10 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman, Seyyed Abbas Mousavi stressed that Iran barely counts on the Instrument for Supporting Trade Exchanges (INSTEX).
Iran succeeds in defeating global consensus against it: FM Zarif ISNA 10 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister, Mohammad Javad Zarif says US' policies toward the Islamic Republic have not been changed but Iran succeeded in defeating global consensus against Tehran.
Europe must resist US economic terrorism against Iran: President Rouhani Press TV 10 Jun 2019 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says European countries must resist the United States' economic terrorism against the Iranian nation and live up to their obligations as per a nuclear deal signed between Tehran and six world powers in 2015.
IAEA chief worried about increasing tensions over Iran nuclear work Press TV 10 Jun 2019 -- The UN nuclear agency's chief says he is "worried about increasing tensions" over Iran's nuclear program, calling for de-escalation efforts as Tehran expresses dissatisfaction with European actions to offset the effects of the US withdrawal from a 2015 international deal.
German FM in Tehran, pledges no 'miracles' on JCPOA Press TV 10 Jun 2019 -- German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas says his country remains firm in supporting the 2015 nuclear deal but can't pull off "miracles" in the face of US pressures on Iran.
Iran not happy with Europe on INSTEX as FM Maas visits Press TV 10 Jun 2019 -- Iran says European governments have failed to meet its expectations in implementing the Instrument in Support of Trade Exchanges (INSTEX) to protect the 2015 nuclear deal, criticizing their "lack of will" to deal with America's pressure against Tehran.
Tehran Warns U.S., Allies About Waging 'Economic War' Against Iran RFE/RL 10 Jun 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rohani has said during a meeting in Tehran with Germany's foreign minister that Iran thinks the nuclear deal it struck with world powers in 2015 is worth saving despite current tensions.
UN Nuclear Watchdog Says Iran Steps Up Enriched Uranium Production Sputnik 10 Jun 2019 -- The IAEA head also warned that he's worried about tensions over the Iranian nuclear programme, and expressed hope that the situation can be resolved via dialogue.
Iran Will Never Start War, Will Destroy Any Party Who Invades Iran - Zarif Sputnik 10 Jun 2019 -- Earlier, the US Treasury Department imposed new Iran-related sanctions, targeting the country's petrochemical sector, which includes a petrochemical holding with a vast network of subsidiaries and sales agents.
Iran unveils new sophisticated air defense system IRNA 09 Jun 2019 -- Iran's Defense Ministry on Sunday unveiled a new home-made advanced air defense system enabling to simultaneously hit six high-altitude targets.
Iran unveils new advanced air defense system ISNA 09 Jun 2019 -- Iran unveiled a new advanced air defense system dubbed "Khordad 15", designed and produced by domestic scientists and experts of Aerospace Industries Organization of Ministry of Defence and Armed Forces Logistics.
Iran unveils new indigenous air defense system Press TV 09 Jun 2019 -- Iran has unveiled a domestically-designed and -manufactured air defense system capable of simultaneously destroying six incoming hostile targets.
Iran Unveils New Air Defence System Capable of Intercepting 6 Targets at Once - Reports Sputnik 09 Jun 2019 -- The Iranian Defence Ministry has presented its new domestically-designed air defence system Khordad 15 capable of shooting down six targets at the same time, the Tasnim news agency reported, citing Iranian Defense Minister Brig. Gen. Amir Hatami.
Zarif says US maximum pressure indicates desperation IRNA 09 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Sunday that the US maximum pressure indicates desperation of the White House, affirming that Tehran will overcome the maximum pressure.
Zarif says EU is obliged to open way for Iran economy IRNA 09 Jun 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Javad Zarif said Sunday that the EU is obliged to open the way for Iranian economic activities in accordance with the nuclear deal.
Europeans not in position to criticize Iran: Zarif ISNA 09 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Minister of Foreign Affairs Mohamad Javad Zarif stressed that Europeans are not in a position to criticize Iran.
Iran, US must open doors to de-escalation in row: Qatar FM Press TV 09 Jun 2019 -- Qatari Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani warns that rising tensions between Iran and the United States will be detrimental to all countries in the Middle East, urging both sides to meet and find a compromise to de-escalate their row.
Iran Says Europe In No Position To Criticize Its Military Capabilities RFE/RL 09 Jun 2019 -- Ahead of a trip to Tehran by Germany's foreign minister, Iran's top diplomat, Mohammad Javad Zarif, told European countries not to criticize the Islamic republic for seeking to bolster its military capabilities.
Another 60 million cubic meters of gas to be added to grid: Minister IRNA 08 Jun 2019 -- Minister of Petroleum Bijan Zanganeh underscored on Saturday that 60 million cubic meters of gas will enter the circuit in the current Iranian year (started March 21) and all phases will be completed by the end of next year, except for the phase 11 of South Pars.
Gas production in South Pars to hit over 60 million cubic meters IRNA 08 Jun 2019 -- Managing Director of the South Pars Oil and Gas Company Mohammad Meshkinfam said on Saturday that gas production in the field is to hit over 60 million cubic this year.
In a hostile measure against Iran's nation; US imposes new sanctions against Iran petrochemicals ISNA 08 Jun 2019 -- In a hostile measure, the U.S. Treasury Department announced that it imposed new sanctions on 39 petrochemicals companies.
Iran strongly condemns US' petrochemical sanctions ISNA 08 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman, Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has strongly denounced the US Treasury's latest move to impose new sanctions against Iran's petrochemical companies.
Iran-Turkey ties key to Mideast stability, security: Rouhani Press TV 08 Jun 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says Iran and Turkey are two "powerful and influential" countries in the Muslim world, adding that expansion of mutual relations will play a leading role in promoting stability and security in the Middle East.
Enemies dare not attack powerful Iran: Defense minister Press TV 08 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami says the high deterrent power of the Islamic Republic disappoints enemies' potential plans of war with the country.
Iran has no plan to leave OPEC: Oil minister Press TV 08 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Minister of Petroleum Bijan Zangeneh says Tehran has no plans to leave the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), criticizing certain member states for politicizing the group to counter two OPEC founding members--Iran and Venezuela.
Iran: Abe visit success depends on unwinding US measures Press TV 08 Jun 2019 -- Iran's top security body says Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's upcoming visit to Tehran can be successful if efforts are made to return the US to the 2015 JCPOA nuclear deal and lift sanctions on the Islamic Republic.
Iran says new US sanctions show talks offer hollow Press TV 08 Jun 2019 -- Iran says new US sanctions on its petrochemical industry show the hollowness of President Donald Trump's claims to be open to fresh negotiations with Tehran.
Iran Uses 'Unconventional' Methods to Continue Selling Oil Under US Sanctions – Minister Sputnik 08 Jun 2019 -- Earlier, Deputy Oil Minister Amir Hossein Zamaninia revealed that the country had mobilised its resources to start selling oil on what he called a "grey market" as the US announced the end of sanctions waivers for importers of Iranian oil.
Designations Targeting Iran's Largest Petrochemical Company for Support to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) US Dept. of State 07 Jun 2019
Treasury Sanctions Iran's Largest Petrochemical Holding Group and Vast Network of Subsidiaries and Sales Agents US Treasury 07 Jun 2019 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) took action today against Iran's largest and most profitable petrochemical holding group, Persian Gulf Petrochemical Industries Company (PGPIC), for providing financial support to Khatam al-Anbiya Construction Headquarters (Khatam al-Anbiya), the engineering conglomerate of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). In addition to PGPIC, OFAC is designating PGPIC's vast network of 39 subsidiary petrochemical companies and foreign-based sales agents.
U.S. Military Commander Says Iran Backed Off Potential Attack After U.S. Bolstered Force RFE/RL 07 Jun 2019 -- The top U.S. military commander in the Middle East says Tehran backed off an apparent attack against U.S. forces in the Persian Gulf region after the recent bolstering of American forces there, but he added that the threat from Tehran remains "very real."
US General Claims Iranian 'Threat' in Gulf Region Remains 'Imminent' Sputnik 07 Jun 2019 -- The US moved an aircraft carrier strike group, a bomber strike force, and a number of ground forces to the Persian Gulf region, citing an undisclosed threat from Iran amid heightening political tensions between Washington and Tehran.
Zarif says Iran's missiles not designed for nukes IRNA 07 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, referring to the US pouring arms for killing Yemeni people, said Iran's missileds are not designed for nukes.
Moscow receives no purchase order from Iran for S-400 system: Russia IRNA 07 Jun 2019 -- Russian Deputy Prime Minister Yuri Borisov said on Friday that Moscow has not received any purchase order from Tehran for S-400 missile defense system.
Raising issues beyond JCPOA fail to save treaty : Iran IRNA 07 Jun 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Abbas Mousavi said on Friday that raising issues beyond Iran's nuclear deal known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) will not help save the multilateral accord; rather it would create further mistrust among the remaining parties to the deal.
Unlike Pompeo's claim, Iran's missiles not for delivering nukes: FM Zarif Press TV 07 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has categorically rejected a claim by US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo about Iran's missile program, saying Tehran does not seek to develop nuclear weapons.
US Treasury hits Iran's petrochemical industry with sanctions Press TV 07 Jun 2019 -- The administration of US President Donald Trump has announced new sanctions on Iran, targeting the country's petrochemical industry, including its largest petrochemical holding group, called Persian Gulf Petrochemical Industries Company (PGPIC).
Russia's president backs JCPOA, rejects what's being done against Iran Press TV 07 Jun 2019 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin has once again stressed the importance of preserving the multilateral nuclear agreement signed between Iran and major world powers in 2015, saying Moscow does not approve of "what is being done against Iran."
No request from Iran over sale of S-400 missile defense systems: Russia Press TV 07 Jun 2019 -- Russia says it has received no request from Iran for its S-400 missile defense systems, rejecting a recent report that Moscow had turned down Tehran's demand amid rising tensions in the region.
Iran says Macron's remarks to deepen distrust among JCPOA parties Press TV 07 Jun 2019 -- Iran says comments made by the French president in his meeting with US President Donald Trump will be of no help to saving the Iran nuclear deal and will just further deepen distrust among its signatories.
U.S. Imposes Sanctions On Iranian Oil Giant RFE/RL 07 Jun 2019 -- The U.S. Treasury Department has announced sanctions against Iran's Persian Gulf Petrochemical Industries Company (PGPIC), as part of a series of moves to pressure Tehran to negotiate a new agreement to restrict its nuclear and ballistic-missile programs.
US Imposes New Sanctions on Iran Amid Escalation Sputnik 07 Jun 2019 -- Since pulling out of the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), also known as the Iran nuclear deal, last May, the US has reinstated all sanctions against Tehran and introduced more.
Russia Didn't Receive Request for S-400 Air Defence Systems From Iran - Deputy Prime Minister Sputnik 07 Jun 2019 -- Russia has not received any requests from Iran for delivering its S-400 air defence systems, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Yury Borisov told Sputnik on Friday.
KSA, UAE, Norway brief UN Security Council on preliminary findings of investigation into coordinated attacks on four oil tankers off Fujairah Port SPA 07 Jun 2019 -- The Permanent Representatives to the United Nations of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and the Kingdom of Norway, on Thursday briefed members of the United Nations Security Council on the preliminary findings of the investigation into the coordinated attacks on four oil tankers that took place in the morning of 12th May 2019 off the port of Fujairah.
UNSC assigns no blame despite UAE's claims on oil tanker attacks Press TV 07 Jun 2019 -- A UN Security Council's meeting on the recent vessel attacks near Fujairah has yielded no result, as member states refused to blame any party despite the UAE's claim that a "state actor" was behind the incident.
Saudi Arabia, U.A.E., Norway At UN Blame 'State Actor' For May 12 Tanker Attacks RFE/RL 07 Jun 2019 -- Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates (U.A.E.), and Norway have told the UN Security Council that the recent attack on four oil tankers off the U.A.E. coast was a "sophisticated and coordinated" operation most likely conducted by a "state actor."
UAE, Norway, Saudi Arabia Claim Limpet Mines Used in Tanker Attacks Were Deployed by Divers Sputnik 07 Jun 2019 -- On 12 May, four oil tankers, including two Saudi vessels and a United Arab Emirates (UAE)-flagged ship, were targeted in a mysterious attack off the United Arab Emirates' exclusive economic zone.
UAE, Norway, Saudi Arabia: ‘State Actor’ Likely Attacked Oil Tankers VOA 06 Jun 2019 -- The United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Norway said Thursday that a preliminary investigation into a coordinated attack on four of their oil tankers in an Emirati port last month was likely carried out by a state actor.
Trump Calls for Iran Talks as Allies Announce Rare Tehran Visits VOA 06 Jun 2019 -- U.S. President Donald Trump has called for U.S.-Iran talks for a second day to resolve mutual tensions — a prospect two U.S. allies hope to promote as they send senior envoys to Tehran for the first time in years.
Trump trying to 'save face' by calling for Iran talks Press TV 06 Jun 2019 -- US President Donald Trump's recent calls for unconditional negotiations with Iran shows he is desperately looking for a "face saving" way out of a political crisis created by his hawkish aides, according to a new report.
Russia slams anti-Iran measures of US, Arab allies as 'destructive' Press TV 06 Jun 2019 -- Russia has censured the United States and the Persian Gulf Arab countries for engaging in "destructive" activities, including military moves, against Iran, saying such an approach only exacerbates the problems.
Japan's Abe to Visit Iran Soon To Help Ease Tensions With U.S. RFE/RL 06 Jun 2019 -- Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe will visit Iran in the near future, Japan's government spokesman has said, as Tokyo hopes to ease tensions between Washington and Tehran.
Trump Says US, France on Same Page With Regard to Iran Sputnik 06 Jun 2019 -- President Donald Trump said on Thursday that the United States and France share the common objective that Iran cannot obtain nuclear weapons despite French President Emmanuel Macron's recent comment that he regretted Washington's decision to pull out of the international nuclear deal with the Islamic Republic.
US Media Reveals True Reason Why Pentagon Deployed Naval Armada Near Iran Sputnik 06 Jun 2019 -- Tensions between Iran and the US have been running high since Washington withdrew from the 2015 nuclear deal on 8 May 2018 that was supposed to lift anti-Tehran sanctions in exchange for Iran maintaining the peaceful nature of it programme. Since then, the Trump administration has beefed up pressure on Tehran, having imposed tougher sanctions.
Russia, China Voice Support for Iran After Xi Visit to Kremlin VOA 06 Jun 2019 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday hosted Chinese leader Xi Jinping for Kremlin talks that reflected increasingly close ties between the two countries that were communist rivals during the Cold War.
World Bank: Iran Likely to Suffer Worse Recession Than Previously Thought VOA 05 Jun 2019 -- The World Bank says Iran is likely to experience an even worse recession this year than previously thought, as U.S. sanctions largely choke off oil exports that have been Tehran's main revenue source.
Iran spurns Saudi-backed plan to change OPEC meet Press TV 05 Jun 2019 -- Iran and several other OPEC members have opposed a proposal to reschedule the oil producing group's next meeting later this month, reports said on Wednesday.
Prospect of JCPOA without compensation for Iran ambiguous: Russian Official IRNA 05 Jun 2019 -- Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkovsaid that the prospect of Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) is unclear without the creation of a mechanism to compensate for Iran's economic losses caused by the US sanctions.
Rouhani: Strategic patience foils US anti-JCPOA plots IRNA 05 Jun 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said the strategic patience of the Iranian people and system foiled the US plots with regard to pulling out of the nuclear deal known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
China President urges effective implementation of JCPOA IRNA 05 Jun 2019 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping underlined the fact that Iran deal is the result of multilateralism and urged effective implementation of it.
Zarif: Mossad fabricating intel to blame Iran for Fujairah false flag Press TV 05 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has dismissed as a"fabricated" claim by Israeli spy agency Mossad that Iran was behind the recent attacks near the Emirati port of al-Fujairah, saying he had warned about such false flag attacks in the region.
Iran not after tension with big powers but will firmly respond to any 'foolish' act: Rouhani Press TV 05 Jun 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the Islamic Republic is seeking to promote security in the Middle East and is not willing to engage in any conflict but will give a firm response to any "foolish" act against its territory.
Mideast tensions stem from extreme US pressure on Iran: China Press TV 05 Jun 2019 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping says the US campaign of "extreme" pressure and unilateral sanctions against Iran are to blame for a rise in tensions in the Middle East region.
Iran decries West for continued arms sales to Saudi, UAE Press TV 05 Jun 2019 -- Iran's foreign minister has once again slammed Western governments for pushing through arms exports to Saudi Arabia and its allies, which are used in the devastating Yemen war.
UK, US have 'special relationship' in dealing with Iran, but just one stands 'by the nuclear deal' Press TV 05 Jun 2019 -- The United Kingdom and United States have a "special relationship" in dealing with Iran, says British Prime Minister Theresa May alongside US President Donald Trump, yet noting that London intends to "stand by the nuclear deal" unlike Washington.
Trump Says Prepared To Talk To Iran But There's Always A Chance Of Military Action RFE/RL 05 Jun 2019 -- U.S. President Donald Trump says he is prepared to talk to Iran but that there was always a chance of U.S. military action against Tehran.
Iran Blames Mossad for 'Fabricating Intelligence' on Its Role in Tanker Attack Sputnik 05 Jun 2019 -- The United States has publicly accused Iran of orchestrating the reported attack, despite the fact that an international investigation into the incident has so far not come up with any conclusions. A recent report in Israel suggests that Washington received a tip-off from Mossad.
Iran Warns of Decisive Response to Opponents' 'Unwise Move' Amid Tension With US Sputnik 05 Jun 2019 -- Iran does not pursue conflicts with other countries but is ready to give a decisive response to threats if necessary, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said during a phone conversation with Emir of Qatar Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani on Wednesday.
Two Indictments Unsealed Charging Iranian Citizen with Violating U.S. Export Laws and Sanctions against Iran US Dept. of Justice 04 Jun 2019 -- Peyman Amiri Larijani, 33, a citizen of Iran and former resident of Istanbul, Turkey, was charged in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia in two separate indictments.
Iran Honors Iraqi Shiite Paramilitary Group That US Labels Terrorists VOA 04 Jun 2019 -- In an apparent effort to sway Iran's public opinion in favor of the regime's involvement in Middle East conflicts, the Iranian government's television channels are airing a video that glorifies a key anti-American Iraqi Shiite group.
Iran Recommits to Khomeini's 'Resistance' on Death Anniversary, But at What Cost? VOA 04 Jun 2019 -- Iran has marked the 30th anniversary of the death of the leader of its Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, by recommitting itself to pursue his bedeviled path of "resistance" against enemies.
Iran urges Sudan military to cede power to civilians IRNA 04 Jun 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Tuesday urged Sudan to address the people's demand in the country and immediate transition of power to civilians.
Ayatollah Khamenei: Iran will not fall for Trump's politicking Press TV 04 Jun 2019 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says Iran's people and authorities will not fall for US President Donald Trump's political ploys.
Trump: U.S., Britain 'Determined' To Prevent Iran From Developing Nuclear Weapons RFE/RL 04 Jun 2019 -- U.S. President Donald Trump said that Washington and London are "determined to ensure" Iran does not develop nuclear weapons and stops supporting terrorism.
Iran Vows to Keep Missile Program, Rejects US Offer to Negotiate VOA 04 Jun 2019 -- Iran's Supreme Leader says his country will not give up its missile program after the United States said last week it is willing to negotiate with Iran.
China calls for full implementation of JCPOA IRNA 03 Jun 2019 -- China's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Geng Shuang on Monday called for full implementation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
No problem can be solved in West Asia in Iran's absence: Statement IRNA 03 Jun 2019 -- The Iranian Ministry of Defense in a statement issued on Monday said that no problem in West Asia can be resolved without active participation of the Islamic Republic of Iran and and formation of the Islamic resistance front, has frightened the occupying Zionist regime and has turned into a security nightmare for them.
Iran complying with JCPOA though its stock of low-enriched uranium growing: IAEA ISNA 03 Jun 2019 -- The U.N. atomic watchdog said Friday that Iran continues to stay within the limitations set by the nuclear deal reached in 2015 with major powers, though its stockpiles of low-enriched uranium and heavy water are growing.
Iran's reaction to Pompeo's call for unconditional talks ISNA 03 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman, Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has reacted to US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's Sunday remarks that Washington is prepared for talks with Iran without any preconditions.
Threats against Iran never work: FM Zarif ISNA 03 Jun 2019 -- Iran will not be intimidated by President Trump's "art of the deal pressure" by using economic sanctions to push Iran to negotiate a new nuclear deal, the country's top diplomat told ABC News.
War and talks don't go together: Iran's foreign minister Press TV 03 Jun 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has lashed out at US "economic terrorism" against the "innocent" Iranian people, saying war and talks will never go together.
Nuclear deal implementation only viable way to ease tensions: China Press TV 03 Jun 2019 -- China has once again reaffirmed its full commitment to a 2015 nuclear deal between Iran and major world powers, stressing that ensuring the complete and effective implementation of the accord is the "only viable way to ease tensions."
Iran warns US of 'consequences' if economic war continues Press TV 03 Jun 2019 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has described new US sanctions against Iran as "economic terrorism," warning of "consequences" if the US keeps up its pressure against the Iranian nation.
Qatar rejects anti-Iran statements of Mecca summits Press TV 03 Jun 2019 -- Qatar says it rejects the anti-Iran statements of the recent Mecca summits as they had been prepared in advance without consulting Doha.
Qatar Rejects Outcome Of Regional Summit On Iran RFE/RL 03 Jun 2019 -- Qatar has rejected the outcome of an emergency summit held in Saudi Arabia on escalating regional tensions with Iran.
Iranian General Says Iran's Missile Power Non-Negotiable Sputnik 03 Jun 2019 -- Deputy Chief of the Army for Coordination Rear Admiral Sayyari, echoing Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei's recent remarks, stated that Iran's defense and missile capabilities would never be subject to negotiations.
Rouhani's statement to heads of Islamic states relayed to present delegations ISNA 02 Jun 2019 -- During the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) summit which was opened in Mecca on Friday and closed the next morning, two documents including the final communique and Palestine resolution which were passed in ministers' meeting, were approved.
Spokesman urges US to correct its anti-Iran policy IRNA 02 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman on Sunday urged Washington to correct its anti-Iranian policy instead of playing with words.
Zarif : Talks with Iran not to work under pressure IRNA 02 Jun 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif warned the US against consequences of the economic warfare, saying negotiations with Iran will not work under pressure.
Pompeo: US ready to talk with Iran with no preconditions IRNA 02 Jun 2019 -- US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced that the US is ready to hold negotiations with Iran with no preconditions.
Pompeo Says U.S. Willing To Talk To Iran With 'No Preconditions' RFE/RL 02 Jun 2019 -- U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says the United States is willing to talk to Iran with "no preconditions" but will continue to pressure the country.
Signs of US retreat from pugnacity with Iran IRNA 02 Jun 2019 -- Washington's growing and worrying tensions over Tehran have plummeted in recent days, as we witness more flexible positions by the White House officials; decrease in the verbal abuses by Trump team and the conditional acceptance of INSTEX are among these signs.
Arak Heavy Water Reactor Facility to release latest report IRNA 02 Jun 2019 -- An informed source in the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) announced that reporters are slated to pay a visit to Arak Heavy Water Reactor Facility to prepare a report on its latest developments.
Commander: Iran not to compromise on its defensive power IRNA 02 Jun 2019 -- Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major-General Mohammad Hossein Baqeri on Sunday reaffirmed Iranian sovereignty right to bolster defense power, saying that Iran never compromises on the main issue of Revolution, the self-defense.
People to push enemies back until final victory: Iran's President ISNA 02 Jun 2019 -- Stating that athletes bring pride and liveliness to the country alongside medals, Iran's President stressed that the arena of sport must be the arena of unity in the entire Iran and the entire nation need to be united in sports and not let competitions bring about division.
Iran, Turkey to create new financial mechanism ISNA 02 Jun 2019 -- Iran and Turkey are reportedly planning to establish a joint bank to promote trade in the face of the US sanctions campaign against the Islamic Republic.
Playing with words no enough, US must change its practical stance: Iran Press TV 02 Jun 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman says a game of words on the part of the United States is not important to Iran, but the Islamic Republic expects a change in Washington's general approach to the Iranian nation.
First shot fired in Persian Gulf will push oil to over $100: Iranian commander Press TV 02 Jun 2019 -- A senior Iranian commander has dismissed the United States' aggressive posturing against Iran, reasoning that any potential confrontation in the Persian Gulf would instantly increase oil prices to over 100 dollars per barrel, something that Washington and its allies would not be able to endure.
OIC breaks with Saudi line on Iran to focus on Palestine Press TV 01 Jun 2019 -- The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has urged member countries to take "appropriate measures" against countries that move their embassies to Jerusalem al-Quds.
Rouhani: Withstanding US hopefully will help achieve victory IRNA 01 Jun 2019 -- President Hassan Rouhani reiterated that the Iranian nation will emerge victorious if it withstands the US economic war, saying that it will surely push back the enemy until final victory even under difficult conditions.
Zarif says Iran needs "no mediator" to talk to U.S. ISNA 01 Jun 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister says Tehran needs "no mediator" for negotiating with the U.S., but the prerequisite for a dialogue is for Washington to abide by the 2015 nuclear agreement.
IAEA report once again says Iran continues to comply with JCPOA ISNA 01 Jun 2019 -- The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) once again says Iran continues to comply with a landmark 2015 nuclear deal.
Report: Iran's President Suggests Willingness To Hold Talks With Washington RFE/RL 01 Jun 2019 -- An Iranian news agency says President Hassan Rohani suggested that Tehran may be willing to hold talks if the United States showed it respect.
King Salman At OIC Summit Accuses Iran Of Supporting 'Terrorist Militias' RFE/RL 01 Jun 2019 -- In one of his harshest attacks yet on Iran, King Salman of Saudi Arabia accused Tehran of supporting "terrorist militias" that he said were a threat to global oil supplies and regional security.
US Forces in Mideast Will Be 'Annihilated', Region Will 'Burn', if Iran Attacked, Hezbollah Warns Sputnik 01 Jun 2019 -- The US has been building up its military presence in the Middle East to counter Iran's "threat", causing concerns that one wrong move could spark a war between the two countries and plunge the whole region into instability.
Iran Willing to Talk if Other Side Shows Respect, Follows Int'l Rules - Rouhani Sputnik 01 Jun 2019 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif stated earlier in the day that Tehran does not need mediators in its negotiations with Washington, but the decision on dialogue should be made at the highest level.
Iran Shows Off Bond-Like Bunker Where MISSILES Launch From – Reports Sputnik 01 Jun 2019 -- The Islamic Republic previously released a rare video of a missile factory resembling a sprawling underground city back in February, causing concerns in the West over its ongoing efforts to beef up its military capabilities, amid a long-standing spat with the US.

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