September 2019 - Iran Special Weapons News

Iran Sees Houthis' Attacks on Saudi Oil Facilities as Defensive Steps by Yemen's Government Sputnik 30 Sep 2019 -- Earlier, Riyadh claimed that the projectiles that struck two key Saudi Aramco oil production facilities, in Abqaiq and Khurais, earlier in September were produced in Iran and were fired from the direction of Iranian territory.
Iran oil minister slams Saudi hyperbole over attacks on Aramco Press TV 30 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Oil Minister Bijan Namdar Zanganeh says Saudi Arabia deliberately exaggerated about attacks on its oil facilities to advance certain political objectives.
Saudi crown prince: War with Iran will lead to 'total collapse of global economy' Press TV 30 Sep 2019 -- Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman (MbS) has warned that a war with Iran would entail a "total collapse of the global economy," calling for a "peaceful" settlement with Tehran in an apparent break with his trademark bellicose rhetoric.
Saudi Crown Prince Warns Of Skyrocketing Oil Prices If Iran Tensions Don't Ease RFE/RL 30 Sep 2019 -- Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Muhammad bin Salman has warned that world oil prices could soar to "unimaginably high levels" if the international community doesn't take a "strong and firm" stance against Iran, otherwise tensions will escalate.
EU has no right to opt for JCPOA snap-back: Spox IRNA 30 Sep 2019 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Abbas Mousavi said on Monday that the EU partners have no right to opt for snap-back about their commitments to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action endorsed by the United Nations Security Council Resolution 2231.
Iran: EU plan to leave JCPOA 'illegal', snap-back mechanism 'dead' Press TV 30 Sep 2019 -- Iran has dismissed its nuclear case being sent back to the UN Security Council should the country go ahead with its pledge to take new steps away from the 2015 deal in response to European failures.
Zangeneh: Petrochemicals to bring $35b in seven years IRNA 30 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Petroleum Minister Bijan Zangeneh said on Monday that with taking the third step of development of the petrochemical industry, the sector will bring $35b in the next seven years.
Iran invites eight states to join Initiative of Hormuz Peace Endeavor IRNA 30 Sep 2019 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Abbas Mousavi said on Monday in his weekly press conference that the Islamic Republic of Iran invites eight neighboring states to join the Initiative of Hormuz Peace Endeavor.
Iran ready to deal with enemy plots for aggression against country: Top cmdr. Press TV 30 Sep 2019 -- Chairman of the Chiefs of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Baqeri says the Islamic Republic has mustered sustainable and strong deterrence power to ward off plots by enemies who think about any form of aggression against the country.
Iran awards contracts to push ahead with major oil pipeline project Press TV 30 Sep 2019 -- Iran has awarded contracts to three domestic engineering firms for manufacturing giant pumping devices needed for a major pipeline project that would transfer Iran's oil from export terminals southwest of the country to the coast of the Sea of Oman, in the southeast.
Saudi leaders sent messages to Iran's president: Spokesman Press TV 30 Sep 2019 -- The spokesman for Iranian President Hassan Rouhani's administration has confirmed that Saudi leaders have been sending messages to Iran's president through a head of state, though refraining to give any details on the nature of those messages.
Iran Says Saudi Arabia Contacting It Through Third Parties RFE/RL 30 Sep 2019 -- Iran says it has received messages from Saudi Arabia through third countries at a time of strained relations between the two Persian Gulf states.
Eight More Countries Decide to Join INSTEX Mechanism for Trade with Iran – Mogherini Aide Sputnik 30 Sep 2019 -- The INSTEX trade mechanism was set up by France, Germany and the UK in January to continue trade with Iran, bypassing US sanctions. It became operational and available to all EU member states in June.
Iran Reports Receiving Messages From Saudi Arabia After Inviting Riyadh to Gulf Security Coalition Sputnik 30 Sep 2019 -- Last week, Tehran appeared to make the first step toward cooling tensions in the Persian Gulf region, proposing the creation of a broad regional coalition including Iran, Iraq, Saudi Arabia and other Gulf states to ensure regional security.
Iran's foreign minister slams Europe for taking similar stance as US against Iran Press TV 29 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has lambasted Germany, France and Britain -- three of the European signatories to the 2015 Iran nuclear deal -- for echoing statements and claims made by the United States regarding the Islamic Republic.
US now pursuing 'maximum begging' IRNA 30 Sep 2019 -- Iran says the US so-called maximum pressure campaign has now turned into "maximum begging" by Washington to negotiate with Iran once again.
Iran's resistance reverses US maximum pressure IRNA 29 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Minister of Defense and Logistics of the Armed Forces Brigadier General Amir Hatami said on Sunday that Iran's resistance reversed the US maximum pressure to humiliate themselves.
Iran's resistance turning enemy's maximum pressure to maximum begging: Defence Minister ISNA 29 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Minister of Defense Brigadier General Amir Hatami stressed on Sunday that resistance turns the enemy's maximum pressure to maximum begging.
Iran's monthly capacity for gasoline export could top 3mn tons: Official Press TV 29 Sep 2019 -- A senior Iranian oil ministry official says monthly capacity for exports of gasoline could reach three million tons.
Iran will give strong response to slightest act of aggression: Defense minister Press TV 29 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami says the Islamic Republic will give a strong response to the slightest act of aggression.
Israel, Arab states coordinating anti-Iran efforts: Tel Aviv's UN envoy Press TV 29 Sep 2019 -- Israel's ambassador to the United Nations says the regime and various Arab countries have been working together at the UN and elsewhere against Iran.
US 'won't be able to finish' war against Iran: Zarif Press TV 29 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the United States has already initiated a cyber war against Iran, but it could not "finish" a full-fledged war if it started one against the country.
Saudi Minister Adel al-Jubeir: 'Appeasing Iran' Fuels Tehran's 'Aggressive Behavior' Sputnik 29 Sep 2019 -- Riyadh claimed that the projectiles that earlier in September struck two key Saudi Aramco oil production facilities in Abqaiq and Khurais were produced in Iran and were fired from the direction of Iranian territory.
Trump rejected Iran's conditions for meeting Rouhani: Zarif Press TV 28 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says it was US President Donald Trump who wasted his chances for a meeting with Iranian officials on the sidelines of a United Nations gathering in New York by rejecting Tehran's main conditions for such a meeting.
Russia lambasts US for breaching UN resolutions, withdrawal from Iran nuclear deal Press TV 28 Sep 2019 -- Russia has denounced the United States for its "attacks" on international law and for breaching the United Nations resolutions, taking aim at the US withdrawal from the landmark 2015 unclear deal between Iran and world powers, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Iran prefers to break deadlock with US at UNGA IRNA 28 Sep 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani's presence at this year's United Nations General Assembly was Tehran's diplomatic overture to dispel all the doubts that have been cast on the 2015 nuclear agreement especially after the US pullout of the deal last year.
US sanctions on Iran's access to medicines tantamount to economic terrorism: FM Zarif Press TV 28 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the United States' sanctions targeting Iran's access to medicines and treatment services amount to economic terrorism, calling on the international community to compel the US to quit its policy.
Iran Begins To Acknowledge Its Forgotten Women Of War RFE/RL 28 Sep 2019 -- Shahnaz Haji Shah was 26 years old in September 1980 when she was killed by an Iraqi mortar in the southwestern Iranian port city of Khoramshahr near the border with Iraq.
Rouhani Slams US-Saudi 'Conspiracy' for Accusing Iran of Being Behind Saudi Aramco Attacks Sputnik 27 Sep 2019 -- Following the attacks on Saudi Aramco oil facilities, Saudi Arabia together with the US and several European countries have accused Iran of being behind the act, though the Yemein Houthi movement had claimed full responsibility.
Europeans admit they didn't know who attacked Saudi oil refineries: Rouhani Press TV 27 Sep 2019 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says the Europeans, who had blamed Iran for the recent attacks on Saudi oil facilities, have told him they did not know who was really behind the raid.
Israel's Foreign Minister Claims Saudi Aramco Attacks Conducted on Khamenei's 'Direct Orders' Sputnik 27 Sep 2019 -- Iran vigorously denies being behind the drone attacks that caused Saudi Arabia, one of the world's biggest oil producers, to suspend over half of its overall daily output, with Yemen's armed Houthi rebels claiming responsibility.
Trump: No Sanctions Relief for Iran VOA 27 Sep 2019 -- U.S. President Donald Trump says he never agreed to lift sanctions on Iran in exchange for talks, disputing an earlier assertion by Iranian President Hassan Rouhani.
Trump Says He Rejected Iranian Request To Lift Sanctions For Talks RFE/RL 27 Sep 2019 -- U.S. President Donald Trump says he rejected a request by Tehran to lift U.S. sanctions in exchange for talks, contradicting earlier comments by the Iranian president.
Erdogan Defies Trump Over Iran Sanctions VOA 27 Sep 2019 -- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Friday continued to chart a collision course with Washington over Iran. Erdogan is categorically ruling out enforcing American sanctions intended to put Iran in an economic straitjacket.
Turkey to continue trade with Iran despite US threats: Erdogan Press TV 27 Sep 2019 -- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says his country will continue to do trade with Iran despite threats of sanctions by the United States, arguing that it is impossible for Ankara to stop importing Iranian oil and gas.
Turkey Will Continue Trade With Iran Despite US Sanctions Threat - President Erdogan Sputnik 27 Sep 2019 -- Last week, the US introduced a new round of sanctions against Iran over attacks on Saudi Aramco oil facilities that it blamed on Tehran, despite the Islamic Republic strongly denying having participated in the incident, responsibility for which was claimed by Yemen's Houthis group.
British-Flagged Tanker Reaches Dubai Port After Departing Iran RFE/RL 27 Sep 2019 -- The British-flagged oil tanker that was seized by Iran in July has arrived at Dubai's Port Rashid in the United Arab Emirates, according ship-tracking websites.
UK-flagged tanker Stena Impero leaves Iranian port IRNA 27 Sep 2019 -- UK-flagged tanker "Stena Impero left Bandar Abbas port, Iran at 09:00 am on Friday morning and began its route towards the Persian Gulf International Maritime Traffic Corridor.
Iran confirms impounded UK oil tanker left for intl. waters Press TV 27 Sep 2019 -- The British-flagged oil tanker Stena Impero, which had been impounded in Iran's Bandar Abbas port for two months over violation of international maritime law, has finally set sail and is leaving Iranian waters for Dubai, an Iranian organization and the ship owner confirmed Friday.
UK-Flagged Oil Tanker Stena Impero Departs Iran's Bandar Abbas Port Sputnik 27 Sep 2019 -- Iranian government spokesman Ali Rabiei said earlier that Tehran had completed the necessary legal procedures for releasing the tanker Stena Impero.
Saudi Arabia Urges 'Utmost Pressure' To End Iranian 'Aggression' RFE/RL 27 Sep 2019 -- Saudi Arabia has urged the international community to apply "utmost pressure with every tool available" to end what he called "aggression" by Iran, its bitter regional rival.
KSA in United Nations: Iranian regime Is A Rogue And Terrorist Regime SPA 27 Sep 2019 -- The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has stressed that the recent hostilities and attacks on its oil facilities exposed the nature of the Iranian regime to the whole world, noting that the world is facing a rogue and terrorist regime, threatening international peace and security, energy security and the global economy.
Rouhani: US barrier to negotiations IRNA 27 Sep 2019 -- President Hassan Rouhani said on Friday that the US is a barrier to negotiations while Iran is not afraid of negotiation thanks to its logic and rationality.
Pres. Rouhani urges governments to live up to JCPOA commitments IRNA 27 Sep 2019 -- President Hassan Rouhani said in a press conference on the last day of his visit to New York that the governments should live up to their commitments under the JCPOA as the commitments are bilateral, not unilateral.
Iran still ready for prisoner swap with US: Foreign Ministry Press TV 27 Sep 2019 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry says the Islamic Republic is still ready to negotiate a prisoner exchange with the United States.
Iran nuclear deal likely to be fully destroyed in foreseeable future: Russia envoy Press TV 27 Sep 2019 -- A senior Russian diplomat says a 2015 nuclear agreement Iran clinched with major world powers could be completely destroyed in foreseeable future, stressing the importance of finding a solution to solve the existing situation.
Iran blasts 'economic terrorism' after US sanctions Russia, China Press TV 27 Sep 2019 -- Iran has condemned Washington's recent sanctions targeting Russia and China, urging the international community to stand against the US' "thuggish unilateralism" and "destructive economic terrorism".
Iran's IRGC Navy Commander Announces 'Naval Mobilisation' Plan Sputnik 27 Sep 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani, speaking at the 74th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), proposed to form a 'Coalition for Hope' in the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz in a bid to provide regional security; "peace, stability, progress and welfare" as he put it, by the means of exclusively regional states.
Pompeo Accuses Russia, Iran of 'Fueling' Violence in Syria Sputnik 27 Sep 2019 -- Earlier in the day, the US Treasury Department designated a Russian-based maritime company, three Sovfracht directors and five vessels for an alleged scheme to evade sanctions to facilitate the delivery of jet fuel to Russian forces operating in Syria.
'Terrorist Iranian regime' must be checked; Saudi Foreign Minister urges financial pressure UN News 26 Sep 2019 -- The United Nations, and the world, have a moral responsibility "to apply utmost pressure with every tool available ... to end the terrorist and aggressive conduct of the Iranian regime," Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister told the General Assembly on Thursday evening.
Iran cannot be allowed to develop nuclear weapons: Israeli Foreign Minister UN News 26 Sep 2019 -- The international community must join together to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons, the Foreign Minister of Israel told the UN General Assembly on Thursday evening.
Iran's Rouhani says no talks with US unless sanctions lifted Global Times 26 Sep 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani on Wednesday ruled out negotiations with the United States unless the latter lifts sanctions on his country first.
US sanctions strengthen unity between Iranian nation, government: Rouhani Press TV 26 Sep 2019 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says Washington's "maximum pressure" campaign has failed to achieve its objectives and only strengthened unity between the government and people.
President Rouhani's decision not to meet Trump rational: Spox IRNA 26 Sep 2019 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Abbas Mousavi said that President Rouhani's decision not to meet US counterpart Donald Trump is an expert and rational move.
Rouhani: US must give up 'maximum pressure' as precondition to make way for Iran talks Press TV 26 Sep 2019 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says if the United States wants to pave the way for negotiations with Iran, it must first give up its policy of exerting "maximum pressure" on the Islamic Republic as a precondition for talks with Tehran.
Rouhani censures UN silence on US economic terrorism against Iran nation Press TV 26 Sep 2019 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani has slammed the United Nations for keeping mum on the crimes the US has been committing against the Iranian nation through an economic terrorism campaign, calling on the world body to break the silence and shoulder its responsibilities.
Pres. Rouhani: Constructive talks among regional states, only way ahead for Persian Gulf IRNA 26 Sep 2019 -- President Hassan Rouhani said in a news conference at the end of his trip to New York late on Thursday that the only way ahead for in the Persian Gulf is constructive negotiations among the regional states.
Zarif discusses JCPOA with top IAEA official IRNA 26 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif met and held talks with acting director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), discussing the latest developments about the nuclear deal and Iran's nuclear program.
Zarif urges regional states to join Hormuz Peace Initiative IRNA 26 Sep 2019 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif stressed the need for regional cooperation for Persian Gulf peace and stability, urging regional states to join Hormuz Peace Initiative floated by President Rouhani.
Europeans committed to US bans, should no longer be trusted: Ayatollah Khamenei Press TV 26 Sep 2019 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Khamenei says Iran should no longer put its trust in the Europeans as they fulfilled none of their 11 commitments under a 2015 nuclear deal with Iran following Washington's withdrawal.
Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei Slams 'Untrustworthy' Europe, 'Satanic' US Sputnik 26 Sep 2019 -- On 20 September, Washington introduced new economic sanctions against Iran over the Islamic Republic's alleged attacks on Saudi Aramco oil facilities, accusations that Tehran has vehemently denied. Despite the incident having been claimed by the Yemen-based Houthis movement, European leaders have also held Iran responsible for the attacks.
Pres. Rouhani categorically rejects Iran's alleged involvement in Aramco blasts IRNA 26 Sep 2019 -- President Hassan Rouhani categorically rejected claims about Iran's alleged involvement in Saudi oil facilities blasts, saying that during the meetings with certain European officials, 'I told them if you have documents, you can send them to myself.'
Iran's Hormuz initiative guarantees regional security: Iran's Zarif Press TV 26 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has underlined the need for regional cooperation to ensure security in the Persian Gulf, calling on the countries in the region to join Tehran's HOPE initiative to that effect.
IAEA: Iran Expands Enrichment In New Breach Of Nuclear Deal RFE/RL 26 Sep 2019 -- Iran has started using advanced centrifuges to enrich uranium, the UN's nuclear watchdog says, in a further breach of its 2015 nuclear deal with world powers.
China slams new US sanctions imposed over oil deals with Iran Press TV 26 Sep 2019 -- China has lambasted the "bullying" United States for imposing new sanctions on Chinese entities and individuals over shipping oil from Iran.
Beijing Slams US Sanctions on Chinese Firms for Allegedly Shipping Iranian Oil as 'Gross Violation' Sputnik 26 Sep 2019 -- On 25 September, the US imposed restrictive measures against five Chinese nationals and six entities over their alleged role in helping Iran to circumvent US sanctions.
Pompeo: US Will Take Action on Any 'Sanctionable Iranian Oil Transaction' Sputnik 26 Sep 2019 -- Earlier in the day, the US Treasury Department said that Washington had designated five Chinese nationals and six entities over alleged roles in helping Iran to circumvent US sanctions.
Trump authorizes travel ban on top Iranian officials, their families Press TV 26 Sep 2019 -- US President Donald Trump has authorized his State Department to put a travel ban on top Iranian officials and their families over baseless "terrorism" charges.
Iranian Regime Elite and Families Can No Longer Travel to the United States US Dept. of State 26 Sep 2019 -- Today, the President announced a Presidential Proclamation restricting entry into the United States for senior Iranian government officials and members of their families.
US Leaves Unanswered Questions About Entry Ban on Iranian Officials, Family Members VOA 26 Sep 2019 -- The Trump administration has provided few additional details of a newly announced entry ban on Iran's senior officials and their family members, leaving unanswered questions about whom it will affect.
Trump Imposes Travel Ban On 'Senior Iranian Officials' And Family Members RFE/RL 26 Sep 2019 -- U.S. President Donald Trump has stepped up pressure on Tehran, authorizing the State Department to bar senior Iranian officials and family members from entering the United States as immigrants or nonimmigrants.
Rouhani: JCPOA was least US could abide by IRNA 26 Sep 2019 -- President Hassan Rouhani wrote in twitter account on Wednesday that 'the JCPOA was the least both for you and us.' If you want more, you pay more.
President Rouhani blasts US as "supporter of terrorism" IRNA 26 Sep 2019 -- After President Donald Trump's sanctions in the wake of the bombing of Saudi Arabian oil fields, Iranian president Hassan Rouhani told Fox News anchor Chris Wallace, "Today, America, unfortunately, is the supporter of terrorism in our region. Wherever America has gone, terrorism has expanded there."
Iran's violations of international law: Foreign Secretary's statement UK FCO 25 Sep 2019 -- Speaking in the House of Commons, Dominic Raab called upon Iran to respect the basic principles of the rules-based international system.
Iran, Russia, Turkey issue joint statement on Syrian constitutional committee ISNA 25 Sep 2019 -- Iranian, Russian and Turkish foreign ministers held a joint meeting on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York, United States, during which they discussed holding the first session of Syrian Constitutional Committee in Geneva tasked with drafting Syria's new constitution.
Iran building major power plant in Syria's Latakia: Minister Press TV 25 Sep 2019 -- Iran's energy minister says a private Iranian contractor has started construction for a major power plant in Syria's Latakia.
President urges compliance with UNSC Resolution 2231 IRNA 25 Sep 2019 -- President Hassan Rouhani in a message addressing the US officials wrote that they can return to the multilateral nuclear deal they had withdrawn from and show their abidance to the United Nations Security Council Resolution 2231.
Rouhani conveys Iranian nation's message of peace, commitment in UNGA IRNA 25 Sep 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has delivered his speech at the 74th United Nations General Assembly session outlining the Islamic Republic's peace initiative as Hormuz Peace Initiative.
Pres. Rouhani presents Hormuz Peace Initiative in UNGA IRNA 25 Sep 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani in his speech at the 74th United Nations General Assembly session on Wednesday afternoon showcased the Islamic Republic's stance on the latest regional and international developments.
Rouhani: Iran's response to negotiations under sanctions is "No" IRNA 25 Sep 2019 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani said that Iran's response to any calls for negotiations while the sanctions are still going on will be negative.
Iran, 4+1 call for total fulfilling of JCPOA IRNA 25 Sep 2019 -- Foreign ministers of Iran and the five signatories to the 2015 nuclear deal one more time urged complete and effective compliance with the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action at the end of the JCPOA joint commission meeting in New York through issuing a declaration.
IRGC to give crushing response to all perpetrators IRNA 25 Sep 2019 -- Commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Hossein Salami said on Wednesday that Tehran doesn't seek any disruption but will firmly stand against all perpetrators, referring to the European troika's recent accusations against Iran.
Iran defense minister says promoting missile power nat'l consensus IRNA 25 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami said on Wednesday that there is a national consensus on promoting defensive capabilities, particularly missile power.
Gov't spox says EU3 accusations not acceptable IRNA 25 Sep 2019 -- Government spokesman Ali Rabiei said on Wednesday that the statement of the leaders of the three European countries EU3 (France, Germany, and the UK) to implicate Iran in Yemeni drone attacks on Saudi refineries is unacceptable.
Rouhani urges Europe to comply with its JCPOA commitments IRNA 25 Sep 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani strongly rapped the EU/3 for the statement to implicate Iran in Yemeni drone attacks on Saudi refineries, urging them to complying with their commitments to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action.
Gov't spokesman blasts Trump for statements in UN IRNA 25 Sep 2019 -- Government spokesman Ali Rabiei slammed US President Donald Trump for his remarks in the UN General Assembly, saying that he tried to hijack discourse of peace and introduces Iran as a hostile country.
Europe must live up to its JCPOA commitments: President Rouhani ISNA 25 Sep 2019 -- In a meeting with the British Prime Minister, President of the Islamic Republic of Iran slammed the recent statement by three European countries as baseless accusations, stressing that they must live up to their commitments under the JCPOA.
US sanctions China over Iran oil purchase Press TV 25 Sep 2019 -- The Unites States has imposed new sanctions on Chinese firms and individuals over violation the US illegal sanctions on Iran.
Rouhani tells US to leave region, as neighbors not outsiders can ensure own security Press TV 25 Sep 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the US has no business and is not welcome in the region and must leave it, stressing that the security of the Persian Gulf can be ensured only by neighbors not outsiders.
Iran ready to help break deadlock if US rejoins nuclear deal: Govt. spokesman Press TV 25 Sep 2019 -- Tehran is ready to help "break the deadlock" surrounding a 2015 multilateral nuclear deal if the United States agrees to rejoin the accord and lift its sanctions against Iran, the Iranian government's spokesman says.
Eyes on Iran to open Mideast's largest flare gas plant Press TV 25 Sep 2019 -- Iran is on track to open the Middle East's largest refinery around March 2020 to process gas flared at oil and gas production sites, Minister of Petroleum Bijan Zangeneh says.
Iran's Rouhani: Wherever US goes, terrorism expands Press TV 25 Sep 2019 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani has blasted the United States for sponsoring the terrorists who have been wreaking havoc across the Middle East, saying terrorism has only expanded in every country Washington has set foot.
World leaders trying to push Iran, United States to negotiation Press TV 25 Sep 2019 -- French President Emmanuel Macron says Iran, the United States, the remaining parties to the landmark 2015 Iran nuclear deal, officially known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), as well as Persian Gulf states should engage in talks, demanding preservation of the atomic agreement.
Iran's Rohani Accuses U.S. Of 'Economic Terrorism' RFE/RL 25 Sep 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rohani has told the UN General Assembly that Iran won't negotiate on its nuclear program as long as it remains under sanctions, and accused the United States of "merciless economic terrorism."
Word Leaders Call For Meeting Between Trump, Iran's Rohani RFE/RL 25 Sep 2019 -- Britain, France, Germany, and Japan have tried to get the leaders of the United States and Iran to revive diplomacy while attending the annual UN General Assembly in New York this week.
US to Continue Imposing New Sanctions on Iran - Pompeo Sputnik 25 Sep 2019 -- The United States will continue to impose new sanctions against Iran, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said on Wednesday after the Treasury Department designated five Chinese nationals and six entities in China for alleged involvement in transporting Iranian petroleum.
At UN, Iran proposes 'coalition for hope' to pull Gulf region from 'edge of collapse' UN News 25 Sep 2019 -- The Gulf region is "on the edge of collapse", Iranian President Hassan Rouhani told world leaders on Wednesday at the annual high-level segment of the United Nations General Assembly, saying that "a single blunder can fuel a big fire".
Iran's Rouhani Vows No Talks With US as Long as Sanctions Remain VOA 25 Sep 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani told world leaders Wednesday that there would be no negotiations with the United States as long as economic sanctions remained in effect.
US Imposes Fresh Iran-Related Sanctions on Chinese Entities VOA 25 Sep 2019 -- The United States is announcing new sanctions on Chinese entities for "knowingly transporting oil from Iran contrary to United States sanctions," Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said in New York on Wednesday.
Rouhani rejects E3 statement on Saudi Aramco strikes as 'baseless accusations' Press TV 24 Sep 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has roundly dismissed the "unsubstantiated accusations" made by Britain, France and Germany about Tehran's involvement in the highly disruptive drone attacks on Saudi Aramco petroleum and gas processing plants at Abqaiq and Khurais in the kingdom's Eastern Province.
Iranian Citizen Sentenced for Conspiring to Facilitate the Illegal Export of Technology to Iran US Dept. of Justice 24 Sep 2019 -- Assistant Attorney General of National Security John C. Demers and United States Attorney Erica H. MacDonald for the District of Minnesota today announced the sentencing of Negar Ghodskani, 40, to 27 months in prison for her participation in a conspiracy to facilitate the illegal export of controlled technology from the United States to Iran. Ghodskani, who pleaded guilty on Aug. 9, 2019, was sentenced this morning before United States District Judge Joan N. Ericksen in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Pakistani PM Mediating to Ease US Tensions With Iran VOA 24 Sep 2019 -- Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan revealed Tuesday he is trying and mediating to help de-escalate tensions between the United States and Iran.
Iran successfully produced advanced military hardware IRNA 24 Sep 2019 -- Iran has made great achievements to produce advanced military hardware to beef up its deterrent power, Minister of Defense and Logistics of the Armed Forces Brigadier General Ahmad Hatami said on Tuesday.
Iran feels no fear from quantity of enemy's military hardware IRNA 24 Sep 2019 -- Deputy commander of Iran's Army for coordination hailed the country's military capabilities, saying that Iranian Armed Forces feel no fear from enemies' high volume of military hardware.
Iran has no enmity towards neighbors: Top commander Press TV 24 Sep 2019 -- Iran's top military commander has reaffirmed that the country has no enmity towards neighboring states, highlighting the importance of regional cooperation to ensure security in the region.
Hunt Says London Will Pay $500Mln Tanks Debt to Iran After Court Rules on Final Amount Sputnik 24 Sep 2019 -- Former UK Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt said that the UK would pay its 400 billion pound (nearly $500 million) debt to Iran after formal court proceedings on the amount owed were completed, but the repayment could not be considered a bargaining chip in talks on the release of a UK-Iranian national currently detained by Tehran.
"Hormuz Peace Initiative", a blueprint based on Iranian diplomatic goals IRNA 24 Sep 2019 -- "Hormuz Peace Initiative" to be presented by President Hassan Rouhani as Iran's Initiative to the Seventy-Fourth UN General Assembly is based on Iranian diplomacy goals namely multilateralism, reconciliation, constructive and effective interaction with the world.
Iran rejects E3's 'provocative' claims about raids on Saudi oil sites Press TV 24 Sep 2019 -- Tehran has strongly condemned the "destructive" and "provocative" claims made by Britain, France and Germany about Iranian involvement in Yemen's retaliatory drone raids on Saudi oil installations, warning that the trio will be responsible for the consequences of such "irresponsible" statements.
Rouhani slams E3's blame game over attacks on Saudi oil facilities Press TV 24 Sep 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has criticized the E3 -- France, Germany, and the UK -- for their Monday statement in which Iran was blamed for the recent attack on Saudi oil facilities claimed by Yemen's Ansarullah movement.
Tehran Condemns Accusations Against Iran by UK, France and Germany for Saudi Aramco Attack as Baseless Sputnik 24 Sep 2019 -- The three European governments had issued a joint statement late Monday expressing their "full solidarity" with Saudi Arabia, and alleging that it was "clear" that "Iran is responsible" for the September 14 attacks. Tehran has vocally rejected the allegations. Yemen's Houthi militia have claimed responsibility.
CBI governor: US sanctions ineffective tools IRNA 24 Sep 2019 -- Governor of the Central Bank of Iran (CBI) Abdolnasser Hemmati said on Tuesday that many central bank governors taking part in International Banking Conference in Kuwait were unanimous that the US sanctions are ineffective tools.
Majlis Speaker critical of inaction of EU states parties to JCPOA IRNA 24 Sep 2019 -- Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani on Tuesday criticized the inaction of the EU states parties to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action.
Iran, EU discuss ways to save JCPOA IRNA 24 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and High Representative of the European Union for Foreign and Security Policy Federica Mogherini reviewed ways to keep the nuclear deal -- the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action.
Zarif raps E3 for paralysis to honor JCPOA commitments IRNA 24 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif in a message rebuked the European signatories to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action for the paralysis to honor their commitment.
Zarif's reaction to joint statement by France, Britain, Germany ISNA 24 Sep 2019 -- In a reaction to a joint statement by France, UK and Germany, Iranian Foreign Minister, Mohammad Javad Zarif stressed that no new deal will be negotiated until the current one is fully honored.
Iran's Rouhani: Macron's efforts can be fruitful only if US bans lifted Press TV 24 Sep 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says efforts by his French counterpart, Emmanuel Macron to de-escalate Washington-Tehran tensions and save a 2015 nuclear deal will bear fruit only if the sanctions imposed by the United States against Iran are lifted.
Trump threatens to tighten US sanctions against Iran Press TV 24 Sep 2019 -- US President Donald Trump has threatened to tighten sanctions against Iran during his third address to the United Nations, accusing the Islamic Republic of "menacing behavior" in the Middle East.
Iran open to 'permanent for permanent' formula with US: Zarif Press TV 24 Sep 2019 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Iran is open to the idea of a permanent for permanent machanism with the United States, which means Iran will agree to permanent inspections of its nuclear facilities if the US also agrees to permanently lift its sanctions against Iran -- measures that the two sides were supposed to take in 2023 under a multilateral nuclear deal prior to Washington's withdrawal.
Iranian, French presidents discuss de-escalation of Mideast tensions in New York Press TV 24 Sep 2019 -- President Hassan Rouhani of Iran and his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron have held talks in New York on ways to ease regional tensions and save the 2015 Iran nuclear deal.
Trump Blasts 'Repressive' Iran At UN, Calls For Action Against Country's 'Bloodlust' RFE/RL 24 Sep 2019 -- U.S. President Donald Trump has defended his policy on Iran before the UN General Assembly and called on all nations to act against Tehran and not "subsidize Iran's bloodlust."
Rouhani: US 'Maximum Pressure' Campaign a Failure VOA 23 Sep 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the Trump administration's "maximum pressure" campaign has failed, and that sanctions it imposed after abandoning the 2015 agreement on Iran's nuclear program show the United States is desperate.
Tanker Trackers: British Vessel Detained by Iran Receives Fuel for Journey Home VOA 23 Sep 2019 -- A global tanker tracking company says a British-flagged oil tanker detained by Iran since July has begun receiving fuel for its return journey after Iranian officials said it was free to leave the country's waters.
FM Zarif says US unable to bring Iran to its knees IRNA 23 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Monday that the United States is unable to bring Iranian people to their knees through exerting mounting pressures.
President Rouhani's plan offers low-cost shortcut to maintain global security IRNA 23 Sep 2019 -- President Hassan Rouhani is to unveil a new plan at the United Nations General Assembly themed " Hormuz Peace Initiative" aims at establishing durable peace and resolving security issues in the region through collective contribution with the neighboring states.
Zarif: Iran requesting $15b credit before resuming talks with US IRNA 23 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said that Tehran will not resume talks with Trump administration until the $15b is not implemented.
British oil tanker allowed to leave: Iran's government spokesman ISNA 23 Sep 2019 -- Iran's government spokesman, Ali Rabiei stressed on Monday that the legal process of releasing the British oil tanker has finished and based on that it is allowed to leave.
Christiane Amanpour claims; Rouhani's term for meeting with Trump ISNA 23 Sep 2019 -- CNN journalist, Christiane Amanpour in two tweets mentioned to some parts of Iranian Foreign Minister, Mohammad Javad Zarif's interview with the channel.
Iran releases seized British oil tanker People's Daily 23 Sep 2019 -- Iran released British oil tanker, the Stena Impero, detained in the Strait of Hormuz in July for "maritime violations," Tasnim news agency reported on Sunday.
UN headquarters held hostage by Washington: Iran Press TV 23 Sep 2019 -- Iran says Washington's obstructing the issuance of visa for Iranian officials to attend the United Nations General Assembly indicates the fact that the international body has been taken hostage by the White House.
Iran awarding contract for largest automated port terminal in region Press TV 23 Sep 2019 -- Iran is to award a major contract for construction of the largest automated port terminal in the Persian Gulf and the Sea of Oman for handling mining products and metals.
Abandon illusion that Iran can be defeated by pressure: Zarif to US Press TV 23 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has slammed the United States' aggressive behavior towards the Islamic Republic, as characterized by Washington's economic war against Tehran through the re-imposition of tough sanctions, noting that Iranians cannot be brought to their knees through such pressures.
US violates rights of 80mn Iranians, EU too biased to see: Ministry Press TV 23 Sep 2019 -- Iran has blasted the European Parliament for accusing the Islamic Republic of human rights abuses, saying Europe is too biased to see how the United States is violating the rights of around 80 million Iranians.
Iran's Hormuz initiative seeks lasting peace in the Persian Gulf: Rouhani Press TV 23 Sep 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the peace initiative that he will soon unveil at the United Nations General Assembly is aimed at establishing long-term peace in the Persian Gulf, something he said is simply not achievable as long as outsiders are present.
Britain, France, Germany, Blame Iran For Saudi Attack, Urge Talks On Nuclear, Missile Issues RFE/RL 23 Sep 2019 -- The leaders of Britain, France, and Germany have backed the United States in assertions that Iran is to blame for the attack on Saudi oil facilities and urged Tehran to choose dialogue over "provocation."
Trump says open to hearing Rouhani's 'Hormuz Peace Initiative' at UNGA Press TV 23 Sep 2019 -- US President Donald Trump says he has no plans to meet his Iranian counterpart Hassan Rouhani, but he is open to hearing his "Hormuz Peace Initiative" at the UN General Assembly in New York.
Iran: Legal Steps Completed For Release Of British-Flagged Tanker RFE/RL 23 Sep 2019 -- Iran says the legal steps required for the release of the British-flagged oil tanker it seized along with its crew in July have been completed.
Britain Says Iran Responsible For Attack On Saudi Oil Facilities RFE/RL 23 Sep 2019 -- U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson says Britain has concluded Iran was responsible for the September 14 attack on oil facilities in Saudi Arabia, and will consider taking part in a U.S.-led military effort to bolster the kingdom's defenses.
Iran President Hassan Rouhani Says Tehran to Deliver Message of Peace and Stability to World Sputnik 23 Sep 2019 -- The statement came following the Iranian president's arrival at New York's John F. Kennedy Airport as he is expected to take part in the 74th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).
Iran, Iraq, Gulf States Should Join Coalition to Defend Persian Gulf, Tehran Says Sputnik 23 Sep 2019 -- Earlier, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said that his country would propose a new initiative to ensure the security of the Persian Gulf and the Sea of Oman at this week's UN General Assembly in New York, with the plan calling for cooperation between the countries of the region.
Saudis Say 'Act Of War' If Attacks On Oil Facilities Came From Iran's Territory RFE/RL 22 Sep 2019 -- Saudi Arabia says that while it is pursuing a peaceful solution one week after a major attack on its oil facilities, the kingdom would regard it as "an act of war" if an ongoing investigation determines that the September 14 "missile and drone" attack was launched from Iranian territory.
Saudi Foreign Minister Claims Iran Responsible for 'Attack Against the World' Sputnik 22 Sep 2019 -- Any loans to Iran or engagement by the international community represent "appeasement," Saudi minister of state for foreign affairs Adel al-Jubeir claimed, accusing Iran of aggressive behaviour.
Iran holds military parades to mark defense week Global Times 22 Sep 2019 -- Iranian armed forces staged nationwide military parades on Sunday to mark the start of defense week.
Enemies fully aware of Iran's military might: Senior military official IRNA 22 Sep 2019 -- Iran's enemies are fully aware of the country's capabilities and don't dare to make any wrong moves, said a senior Iranian military official on Sunday.
Iran showcases air defense, artillery, drone systems IRNA 22 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Armed Forces showcased Bavar-373 missile defense system, Hael artillery unit and Kaman-12 drone during the Sunday morning ceremony to mark the beginning of the Sacred Defense Week which coincides with the 39th anniversary of the Iraqi-imposed war 1980-1988.
Iran's Armed Forces holding parades to mark start of Sacred Defense Week Press TV 22 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Armed Forces have begun holding military parades across the country, including in the Persian Gulf, at the start of the Sacred Defense Week, which marks the anniversary of the 1980-88 Iraq-imposed war.
Iran Displays Khorramshahr Ballistic Missile With New Warhead - Reports Sputnik 22 Sep 2019 -- The Iranian military displayed its Khorramshahr long-range ballistic missile with a new warhead at a parade dedicated to the anniversary of the beginning of the 1980-1988 Iran-Iraq war, Fars news agency reported on Sunday.
Report: U.K.-Flagged Tanker's Owner Says Iran Could Release Vessel 'Within Hours' RFE/RL 22 Sep 2019 -- The chief executive of the company that owns a British-flagged oil tanker that was seized along with its crew by Iran in July says he's been told that the vessel could be released "within a few hours."
Iran to release Stena Impero 'in near future' IRNA 22 Sep 2019 -- Iran to release the British oil tanker Stena Impero in near future, an Iranian maritime official said on Sunday.
Iranian maritime official says UK tanker to be released soon Press TV 22 Sep 2019 -- An Iranian maritime official says the Stena Impero, the British-flagged tanker detained by Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) in July in the Persian Gulf for violating international maritime law, will be released soon.
Iran sets $93bn-target for investment in petrochemical sector Press TV 22 Sep 2019 -- Iranian authorities say size of investment in downstream sections of the oil and gas industry, where petrochemicals are produced and marketed, would reach $93 billion by 2025.
US sanctions hampering Iran's environment efforts on flare gas: Minister Press TV 22 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Oil Minister Bijan Namdar Zanganeh says American sanctions have hampered government efforts on environment protection in the oil industry.
Iran May Release Impounded Tanker Stena Impero in Coming Few Hours - Owner Company Sputnik 22 Sep 2019 -- Tehran may release the UK-flagged tanker Stena Impero, which has been in Iran's custody for two months, on Sunday, Erik Hanell, president and CEO of Stena Bulk shipping company, which owns the tanker, said.
Iran launching $3.9bn worth of projects in mining industry Press TV 22 Sep 2019 -- Iran is planning to employ an extra 10,000 people in the mining industry in projects worth nearly $3.9b until the end of the current Persian calendar year in March, authorities say.
Pompeo: Trump's Iran Strategy is Working VOA 22 Sep 2019 -- Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says the U.S. is working to find a diplomatic outcome to tensions with Iran, which has been blamed for an attack on Saudi oil facilities, but he warned if diplomacy fails President Donald Trump "will make necessary decisions to achieve our objectives."
US 'Trying to Build Coalition' With UK for 'Some Form of Action Against Iran' – Report Sputnik 22 Sep 2019 -- Earlier, UK Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs Dominic Raab said that based on the information made available to him, the idea that Yemen's Houthi militia could be responsible for last week's attacks on Saudi oil facilities was "entirely implausible and lacking in credibility." The Houthis maintain that their drones carried out the attacks.
Iran to present 'Hormuz Peace Initiative' at UN: President Rouhani Press TV 22 Sep 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says Iran will present at the United Nations this year an initiative for regional cooperation to ensure peace in the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran's President Vows To Present Security Plan To UN RFE/RL 22 Sep 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rohani has said his country will present a plan for securing the Persian Gulf "with the help of other countries in the region" to the United Nations, citing threats to the region and the oil industry from foreign forces.
Iranian Leader Tells US to Stay Away From Persian Gulf Region VOA 22 Sep 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said Sunday the presence of foreign forces in the Persian Gulf area would create "insecurity in the region."
Iran rejects prospect of talks with Trump at UN and says country ready to resist 'militarily' IRNA 22 Sep 2019 -- Iran's top diplomats said they will not enter into negotiations until the US stops its campaign of "maximum pressure" on Tehran, making bilateral talks between leaders attending the meeting of United Nations General Assembly this week highly unlikely.
Trump violates rules & norms by demanding a new JCPOA IRNA 22 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said in a message that Trump Administration violated the rules and norms of International Agreements by asking re-composition of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action.
Zarif: Initiator of war with Iran cannot finish it IRNA 22 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Sunday that he was not confident that Iran can avoid war, but, he was confident that Iran will not start a war.
Iran to respond with most crushing reaction in face of any aggression by enemies: Navy Commander ISNA 22 Sep 2019 -- Commander of Iran's Navy, Rear Admiral Hossein Khanzadi said the Islamic Republic will respond with the "most crushing reaction" in face of any "aggression or calculated mistake by enemies".
Iran strongly rejects Riyadh's anti-Iran accusations ISNA 22 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman has categorically rejected false and hackneyed accusations levelled by certain Saudi officials regarding the recent attack on the country's oil facilities, saying they lack any validity.
Iran Open to Talks on Permanent Nuclear Deal With US – Zarif Sputnik 23 Sep 2019 -- Iran is open to talks with the United States on a lasting nuclear deal but the place for them is at the negotiating table of signatories to the existing pact, Foreign Minister Javad Zarif said Sunday.
France says will focus on de-escalation of Iran-US tension at UNGA Press TV 22 Sep 2019 -- France says its main aim at the UN General Assembly meeting is to de-escalate tensions between Iran and the US, rather than arranging a meeting between the two countries' presidents.
Pompeo says US doesn't want war with Iran, claims sanctions help diplomacy Press TV 22 Sep 2019 -- US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo claims his country doesn't want war with Iran and seeks to initiate a diplomatic solution to resolve tensions between the two sides, a claim that comes only days after Washington introduced new sanctions against Iran's Central Bank.
US sanctions against Iran make negotiations impossible: Zarif Press TV 22 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has slammed the United States's latest move to impose a fresh round of sanctions on the Islamic Republic, saying such restrictions would make future negotiations with Tehran impossible.
Unlike Israel, Iran is friend of regional nations: Larijani Press TV 22 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani says Iran is a friend of regional nations while Israel is the main enemy of Muslim countries.
Saudi Press: Iranian Regime Tries to Engage the World into Intertwined Regional and Global Crises Press TV 23 Sep 2019 -- Saudi newspapers highlighted in their editorials today a number of issues at local, regional and international arenas.
Riyadh Says War With Iran 'Last Option' Amid Escalated Tensions Over Oil Attacks Sputnik 22 Sep 2019 -- The Saudi minister of state for foreign affairs, Adel Jubeir, said on Saturday that Riyadh will do everything to protect the country amid escalated tensions with Tehran over the recent drone attacks on Saudi Aramco's oil facilities, noting, however, that a war with Iran is the "last option."
Houthis Warn Saudi Arabia of More Damaging Attacks If Riyadh Continues Military Action Sputnik 22 Sep 2019 -- Ansar Allah militants, also known as Houthis, who seized power in northern Yemen, warned Saudi Arabia of new, more damaging attacks on the country's vital facilities if Riyadh continues military action against Houthis-controlled territories in Yemen.
Protecting Saudi Arabia; excuse for US military presence in region IRNA 21 Sep 2019 -- "Sending US additional forces to protect Saudi Arabia", "Who Owns the Cruise Missile whose picture released?", and "a media disaster" for Saudi Arabia with the Ministry of Defense press conference!" are among the most important headlines that domestic news sites have had during the past 72 hours.
Iran Vows To 'Pursue Any Aggressor' After Trump Orders More Troops To Saudi Arabia, U.A.E. RFE/RL 21 Sep 2019 -- The chief commander of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) has vowed that Iran will pursue any aggressor, even if it carries out a limited attack, and seek to destroy it.
Iran rejects Saudis' baseless allegations over oil installations attack IRNA 21 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Abbas Mousavi refuted baseless claims made by some Saudi officials with regard to recent attack on oil facilities.
Even Saudis themselves don't believe fiction of Iran's role in Aramco attacks: FM Zarif Press TV 21 Sep 2019 -- Iran has rejected again claims of involvement in Yemen's retaliatory attacks on the kingdom's heart of oil industry, saying Riyadh's offensive in Hudaydah in breach of a UN truce speaks for itself.
Zarif Says Saudi Arabia Hardly Believes in Iranian Links to Attack on Oil Facilities Sputnik 21 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Saturday that Saudi Arabia hardly believed in Tehran's involvement in the recent drone attack on Saudi oil facilities, despite opposite remarks on the issue.
Saudi Arabia Promises to Take 'Appropriate Steps' if Probe Proves Iran Responsible for Oil Attacks Sputnik 21 Sep 2019 -- Earlier this week, the US announced that it would be sending some forces to Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates following drone attacks on Saudi Aramco oil fields on 14 September.
IRGC displays British, American drones seized over Iran's territory Press TV 21 Sep 2019 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has displayed a number of American and British drones captured for violating Iran's airspace.
General: Iran among top five countries for combat drones Press TV 21 Sep 2019 -- Head of the Aerospace Division of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) General Amir Ali Hajizadeh says Iran is among the top five countries in the world in the field of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
IRGC says Iran powerful enough to take responsibility of its acts IRNA 21 Sep 2019 -- Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says Iran has great determination to act and a tongue to speak to take responsibility for its actions.
Revolutionary Guards Chief Warns Any Country Attacking Iran Will Be 'Main Battlefield' Sputnik 21 Sep 2019 -- Washington recently announced that it would send troops to Saudi Arabia for defensive purposes. The move came after drone attacks on Saudi Aramco oil fields. The incident was claimed by Yemen's Houthis, but the US blamed it on Iran. Tehran has strongly rejected the accusations.
Zarif says remaining B-Team members try to deceive Trump into war IRNA 21 Sep 2019 -- Iranian foreign minister said on Saturday that in the absence of one member of the B_Team who has been fired, the remaining members are trying to deceive the US president into war.
Zarif: New anti-Iran sanctions indicate B_Team's fear for US return to negotiation IRNA 21 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif in a message on Saturday described US new sanctions against Iran as indication of B-Team's fear for US return to table of negotiations.
US should acknowledge failure of sanctions policy IRNA 21 Sep 2019 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Abbas Mousavi said on Saturday that the US should acknowledge failure of its sanctions policy and that it would not have needed to impose fresh sanctions if the former ones had worked.
US needs to end economic war if it wants to take part in JCPOA commission IRNA 21 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Friday that ending the economic war is pre-requisite for the US to take part in the Joint Commission of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action as a member or a guest.
Iran Slams New US Sanctions Saying Washington Should Understand Its Policy Failed Sputnik 21 Sep 2019 -- On Friday, the US administration ordered new economic sanctions against Iran, targeting the country's central bank and its sovereign wealth fund.
Iran says Americans should accept policy of sanctions is failed ISNA 21 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman, Abbas Mousavi says the new US sanctions against the Central Bank of Iran (CBI) are nothing new, but the same old bans in a new form.
No disinformation against Iran can change realities about US' illegal practices: Iran's UN envoy ISNA 21 Sep 2019 -- Iranian ambassador to the United Nations rejected certain baseless accusations repeated by the US against the Islamic Republic's space and ballistic missile activities, stressing on continuation of the country's activities related to ballistic missiles and space launch vehicles.
Iran's Zarif warns war with Iran would spread beyond borders Press TV 21 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has warned that any country launching a war against Iran would not be able to end it on its own, warning that such a military action would have dire consequences for the entire Middle East and beyond that region.
B-Team takes US military as personal mercenary: Iran FM Press TV 21 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says even former US secretary of state has admitted that an international group of warmongers, or the B-Team, wants to take the US military as its own personal mercenary.
Top military official: Iran, Russia, China to hold naval drills 'in near future' Press TV 21 Sep 2019 -- Iran has announced plans to conduct joint naval drills with Russian and Chinese military forces in the international waters of the Indian Ocean and the Sea of Oman "in the near future."
Iran won't let war on its soil, will destroy any aggressor: IRGC chief Press TV 21 Sep 2019 -- The chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says Iran will never allow a war on its soil, adding it will pursue and destroy any aggressor who stages even a limited attack on the country.
Iran says has found ways to deal with US sanctions Press TV 21 Sep 2019 -- Iran has played down new US sanctions against the country, saying Washington's campaign of pressure against Tehran has already failed.
US sanctions Iran Central Bank out of desperation: FM Zarif Press TV 21 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the United States' recent sanctions on Iran's Central Bank clearly shows Washington's "desperate approach" toward the Islamic Republic.
AFTA denies successful cyber-attacks against Iran's oil infrastructures ISNA 21 Sep 2019 -- "AFTA" presidential strategic management center denied reports of successful cyber-attacks against Iran's oil infrastructures.
Iran Denies Suffering From Cyber Attack on Its Oil Sector Sputnik 21 Sep 2019 -- A cyber threat-tracking website has noted that a few interruptions to the Internet connection in Iran did occur throughout 21 September, adding, though, that the impact was limited to a limited number of providers and web resources.
Joint Press Briefing with Secretary of Defense Dr. Mark T. Esper and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Marine General Joseph F. Dunford Jr. DoD 20 Sep 2019 -- Secretary of Defense Dr. Mark T. Esper; Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Joseph F. Dunford Jr.
Defense Leaders Announce Steps to Deter Further Iranian Malign Behavior DoD News 20 Sep 2019 -- Defense leaders announced the steps the United States will take to deter Iran's continued aggressive and malign behavior in the Persian Gulf.
U.S. Sanctions Iran's Central Bank, National Development Fund, and Etemad Tejarat Pars US Dept. of State 20 Sep 2019 -- "In a failed attempt to disrupt the global economy, the Islamic Republic of Iran attacked the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This act of aggression was sophisticated in its planning and brazen in its execution. Regardless of transparent attempts to shift blame, the evidence points to Iran–and only Iran. As a result, President Trump instructed his administration to substantially increase the already-historic sanctions on the world's leading state sponsor of terrorism."
Treasury Sanctions Iran's Central Bank and National Development Fund US Treasury 20 Sep 2019 -- Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) took action against the Central Bank of Iran (CBI), the National Development Fund of Iran (NDF), and Etemad Tejarate Pars Co. under its counterterrorism authority, Executive Order (E.O.) 13224.
Trump Announces New Sanctions Against Iran VOA 20 Sep 2019 -- U.S. President Donald Trump announced new sanctions against Iran's national bank Friday, further escalating economic pressure on the Islamic Republic.
US sanctions CBI as new step in anti-Iran economic terrorism IRNA 20 Sep 2019 -- The US President Donald Trump in line with his policy of waging economic terrorism against Iranians imposed sanctions against Central Bank of Iran (CBI).
US imposes sanctions on Iran's central bank: Trump Press TV 20 Sep 2019 -- US President Donald Trump has imposed sanctions on Iran's central bank in the latest round of Washington's anti-Iran measures.
Russia vows to continue banking cooperation with Iran despite 'illegitimate' US sanctions Press TV 20 Sep 2019 -- Russia has dismissed "illegitimate" sanctions imposed by the United States on the Central Bank of Iran (CBI), vowing to continue its cooperation with the Islamic Republic in the banking sector.
U.S. Slaps 'Highest Sanctions Ever' On Iran After Saudi Oil Attack RFE/RL 20 Sep 2019 -- The United States has imposed another round of sanctions on Iran, including on its central bank and its sovereign wealth fund, following last week's attack on Saudi Arabia's oil infrastructure that Riyadh and Washington blame on Iran.
US-Iranian Tensions Threaten to Overshadow UN General Assembly VOA 20 Sep 2019 -- As world leaders prepare to gather for their annual meetings at the U.N. General Assembly, heightened tensions between the United States and Iran threaten to overshadow a summit on global warming.
In letter to UNSC, Iran refutes US claims on space activities, ballistic missiles IRNA 20 Sep 2019 -- which is a terminated and, in fact, dead resolution -- is ironic. Likewise, it is hypocritical that the United States, which arrogantly continues to threaten other States either to violate resolution 2231 (2015) or face punishment, is calling for the full implementation of that resolution. If the implementation of resolution 2231 (2015) matters for the United States, it should end violating it itself and also stop forcing other States to violate that resolution.
Zarif: Iran has no desire for war IRNA 20 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said in a Twitter message that Iran has no desire for war, adding that Iran will defend its own people.
Strike on Iran will lead to "all-out war" in region, warns Iranian FM People's Daily 20 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif warned Thursday that a possible military strike on his country will lead to an "all-out war" in the region.
US resorting to 'maximum deception' campaign against Iran: Envoy Press TV 20 Sep 2019 -- Iran's ambassador to the UN has rejected "certain baseless accusations" repeated by the US against the Islamic Republic's space and ballistic missile activities, saying Washington is resorting to a "maximum deception" campaign in dealing with Tehran.
B-Team wants to fight Iran to the last American: FM Zarif Press TV 20 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says that US-allied Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates apparently want to "fight Iran to the last American."
Zarif slams US-proposed 'Coalition for Peaceful Resolution' targeting Iran Press TV 20 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has slammed the US' proposed "Coalition for Peaceful Resolution" seeking to "counter" Iran.
Iran Army, IRGC hold joint aerial drills over Persian Gulf Press TV 20 Sep 2019 -- Fighter jets of the Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force (IRIAF) and the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) have taken part in joint aerial drills over the Persian Gulf waters ahead of a massive parade slated for Sunday.
Iran to Respond From Mediterranean to Indian Ocean Against Any US Plots - Top IRGC Chief Sputnik 20 Sep 2019 -- Tensions between Tehran and Washington intensified amid US claims suggesting Iranian complicity in last week's attacks against Saudi oil refineries, which was claimed by Yemen's Houthis.
Obedient Proxy? Iranian-Huthi Ties In Focus After Saudi Oil Facility Attacks RFE/RL 19 Sep 2019 -- A series of attacks on Saudi oil facilities has escalated tensions in the region and put Iran's ties with Yemen's Huthi rebels in the spotlight.
Iran Demands to See Proof of its Culpability in Attacks on Saudi Arabia's Aramco Sputnik 19 Sep 2019 -- The day before, the Saudi Defence Ministry organised a news conference to show journalists what it described as an Iranian cruise missile and Delta Wing unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV).
Paris Doubts That Yemeni Houthis Could Attack Saudi Oil Compounds - Foreign Minister Sputnik 19 Sep 2019 -- A drone attack that occurred last week has caused a considerable drop in the kingdom's net oil output, subsequently affecting global oil prices. Riyadh and Washington claimed that Iran was behind the strike, while Tehran stated it was performed by Houthi militants.
Pompeo, Saudi Crown Prince Agree Iran Must Be Held Accountable for Oil Attack - State Dept Sputnik 19 Sep 2019 -- US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman during a meeting agreed that Iran must be held accountable for the recent attack on Saudi oil facilities, State Department Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus said in a statement.
Pompeo, Saudi Crown Prince Agree Iran Must Be Held Accountable for Oil Attack - State Dept Sputnik 19 Sep 2019 -- US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Wednesday said the attacks on two oil refineries in Saudi Arabia were "an Iranian attack" that was an "act of war."
Zarif warns of 'all-out war' in case of military strike on Iran IRNA 19 Sep 2019 -- Iran's foreign minister has raised the specter of "all-out war" in the event of the US or Saudi military strikes and that Saudi Arabia would have to fight "to the last American soldier."
Zarif: B_Team try to deceive Trump into war IRNA 19 Sep 2019 -- Iranian foreign minister referred to B_Team war-mongering approach, saying they are trying to deceive President Trump into war.
New deal with US impossible at present: Spokesman IRNA 19 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Abbas Mousavi said on Thursday that the US policy towards Iran experiences a confusion, as new deal with it seems impossible now.
Iran Army, IRGC to conduct joint air drills IRNA 19 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Army and the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) are to hold a joint air maneuver on the occasion of Sacred Defense Week in coming days.
Russia calls anti-Iran claims 'unsubstantiated' Press TV 19 Sep 2019 -- Russia has called on all countries of the Persian Gulf region to sit down for talks to ease tensions triggered by recent attacks on Saudi Arabia's oil facilities, calling accusations that Iran was behind the raids "unsubstantiated."
Fresh deal with US unlikely due to confusion in its policy towards Iran: Foreign Ministry Press TV 19 Sep 2019 -- Iran says working out a new agreement of any sort with the United States is impossible for the time being given the current state of uncertainty and ambiguity in the White House regarding its policy toward Iran.
B-Team remnants trying to lure Trump into Iran war: Zarif Press TV 19 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says even though former US national security adviser John Bolton – a proponent of war with Iran – has been fired by US President Donald Trump, like-minded politicians are still attempting to drag the US president into a military confrontation with the country.
Zarif: Military strike on Iran will lead to 'all-out war' in region Press TV 19 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says a possible military strike against his country by the United States or Saudi Arabia will unleash an "all-out" war in the region.
Pompeo: U.S. Wants 'Peaceful Resolution' With Iran After Saudi Oil Attack RFE/RL 19 Sep 2019 -- U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has responded to Iran's threats of "all-out war" by saying the United States "would like a peaceful resolution" to the crisis sparked by a weekend attack on Saudi Arabia's oil infrastructure.
FM Zarif Threatens 'All-Out War' in Case of Strike Against Iran After Saudi Aramco Attacks Sputnik 19 Sep 2019 -- Saudi Arabia and the US previously accused Tehran of orchestrating an attack on Saudi oil facilities last week that resulted in oil prices surging. US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo later claimed that it was "an act of war" by Iran.
JCPOA Foreign Ministers May Meet on Sidelines of UN General Assembly - Tehran Sputnik 19 Sep 2019 -- The foreign ministers from the signatories of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) may meet on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Abbas Mousavi said Thursday.
Iran condemns UAE, Israel's 'ridiculous' claims at IAEA Press TV 18 Sep 2019 -- Iran has denounced "ridiculous" allegations raised at the recent general conference of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) by the UAE "nuclear newcomers" and the Israeli regime.
Trump: 'Many Options' to Respond to Iranian Attacks on Saudi Oil Fields VOA 18 Sep 2019 -- President Donald Trump said Wednesday the U.S. has "many options" in addition to military strikes to respond to Iran's missile and drone attacks that knocked out half of Saudi Arabia's oil production last weekend.
US military preparing response to Saudi oil attacks: Pentagon chief Press TV 18 Sep 2019 -- The US military is preparing a response to the recent Yemeni drone attacks on Saudi Arabia's oil facilities, Defense Secretary Mark Esper has said.
US Military Leaders Provided Trump With Plan to Attack Iran Oil Facilities Sputnik 18 Sep 2019 -- US military leaders have presented President Donald Trump with a plan to strike Iranian oil facilities in response to Tehran's alleged role in attacks on Saudi plants, media reported.
Trump: I will 'substantially' increase sanctions on Iran Press TV 18 Sep 2019 -- US President Donald Trump has ordered Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin to "substantially" increase economic sanctions on Iran as Washington further escalates tensions with Tehran.
Trump Says He Instructed Treasury to 'Substantially Increase' Sanctions on Iran Sputnik 18 Sep 2019 -- US President Donald Trump has stated that he has instructed his administration to ratchet up sanctions on Iran.
Trump Says He Would 'Prefer' Not to Meet with Iranian President Sputnik 18 Sep 2019 -- US President Trump on Tuesday said he would prefer not to meet with Iranian President Hassan Rouhani on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly next week amid the recent escalation of tensions in the Middle East region.
President Rouhani says Iran remains committed to JCPOA IRNA 18 Sep 2019 -- President Hassan Rouhani said on Wednesday that the Islamic Republic of Iran remains committed to the JCPOA nuclear deal as the IAEA monitors the country's peaceful nuclear activities.
President says "impossible" to negotiate under "maximum pressure" IRNA 18 Sep 2019 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani said in remarks to the cabinet session on Wednesday that negotiation under maximum pressure is impossible and that if the US wants to talk with Iran, they must put an end to "Economic Terrorism".
Enemies of region must learn from Yemenis' alarming response: President Rouhani ISNA 18 Sep 2019 -- Describing wise regional states' resistance an ever-burning flame, President Hassan Rouhani said, "Instead of accusation, believe in the power of peoples who have risen".
Rouhani: Stop blaming governments; recognize power of nations Press TV 18 Sep 2019 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani has advised the warmongering states to recognize the rising power of regional nations and stop the blame game against certain governments.
FM Zarif urges US to stop war, terror IRNA 18 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif referred to US escalation of economic war on Iranians and urged them to stop illegal and inhuman terror.
Iran FM says US maximum pressure has gone nowhere IRNA 18 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Wednesday that the US maximum pressure on Iran has failed and has gone nowhere.
Iran urges US to deliver on nuclear commitments to turn back to negotiating table IRNA 18 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif urged the US on Wednesday to live up to its commitments within the nuclear deal to return to the negotiating table.
US should return to its commitments if wants to have a seat on negotiation table: Zarif ISNA 18 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister, Mohammad Javad Zarif said US should return to its commitments and prove it is trustworthy, if it wants to have a seat on the negotiation table.
Zarif: US once again shows sanctions aimed at Iranian people Press TV 18 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has condemned a decision by US President Donald Trump to tighten economic pressure against Tehran, saying Washington once again proved that it deliberately seeks to target ordinary people.
US pressure has failed, Trump should return to JCPOA: Zarif Press TV 18 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says America's campaign of pressure against Tehran has failed, advising US President Donald Trump to return to the 2015 Iran nuclear deal if it wants a seat at the negotiating table.
Belgium joins INSTEX IRNA 18 Sep 2019 -- Belgian ambassador to Tehran announced that Belgium would join INSTEX financial channel and encourage Belgian companies to work with Iran and that Belgium could become a shareholder of INSTEX under a bill approved by the parliament.
Iran sends message to US on Aramco attacks ISNA 18 Sep 2019 -- Iran sent a message to US through Switzerland Embassy in Tehran as the Protecting Power of the USA in Iran on attacks against Saudi Arabia's oil facilities and claims by US officials about Iran's role in the incident.
Attacks on Aramco to have short-term impacts: Iran Oil Minister ISNA 18 Sep 2019 -- Recent attacks on Saudi oil facility would have short-term impacts on oil market, Iran's Oil Minister Bijan Zanganeh said on Wednesday.
Minister says US sanctions on Iran hit Turkey worst Press TV 18 Sep 2019 -- Turkey's Minister for Trade Ruhsar Pekcan says her country has been the worst hit by a series of American sanctions imposed on Iran.
Iran issues sober warning to US: Action will be met with counteraction Press TV 18 Sep 2019 -- Iran has warned the United States via Switzerland that any action taken against the country over the false accusation that Tehran was behind the recent attacks on Saudi Arabian oil facilities will be met with an immediate response.
Iran seeks to reduce tensions but will surprise aggressors in case of attack: Senior official Press TV 18 Sep 2019 -- Iran's top security official says the Islamic Republic seeks to reduce tensions and avoid confrontation but will give a crushing response to any act of aggression or attempt to endanger the country's interests.
India pressing US for resumed oil imports from Iran: Report Press TV 18 Sep 2019 -- Indian authorities have renewed their efforts to persuade the United States to lift sanctions on imports of oil from Iran amid disruptions caused to supplies from Saudi Arabia following attacks last week that hit oil installations east of the kingdom.
US blame game on Saudi oil attack won't stop Yemenis' response: Iran FM Press TV 17 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has lashed out at the United States for playing a blame game over the recent Yemeni drone attacks on Saudi oil facilities, saying this will never stop Yemeni victims from giving a response.
Saudi, allies must pay the price for spilling Yemenis' blood: Ansarullah Press TV 17 Sep 2019 -- Yemen's Houthi Ansarullah movement has censured support for the Saudi-led coalition of aggressors in the wake of Yemeni retaliatory drone attacks on Aramco oil facilities in eastern Saudi Arabia, stressing that those who have no reservations at all about the bloodletting in the war-ravaged country must bear the consequences of their actions.
US military preparing response to Saudi oil attacks: Pentagon chief Press TV 17 Sep 2019 -- The US military is preparing a response to the recent Yemeni drone attacks on Saudi Arabia's oil facilities, Defense Secretary Mark Esper has said.
US Official Claims Cruise Missiles Used in Attack on Saudi Aramco Facilities - Report Sputnik 17 Sep 2019 -- Earlier, US media reported that US intelligence agencies had handed over a classified report to their Saudi counterparts which alleged that Saturday's attacks on two major Saudi oil facilities were launched from Iran. Iran has denied any involvement. Yemen's Houthi militia have repeatedly claimed responsibility.
US Intel Shared With Saudis Claims Strikes on Oil Facilities Launched From Iranian Soil – Report Sputnik 17 Sep 2019 -- On Monday, Yemen's Houthi militia movement reiterated that they were responsible for Saturday's drone attacks, and accused those trying to blame the attacks on outside actors of acting like "cowards."
Taliban Envoys Visit Iran, Russia Following Collapse Of U.S. Talks RFE/RL 17 Sep 2019 -- A four-member Taliban delegation has traveled to Tehran for talks with high-ranking Iranian officials -- the second such trip by the militants to a foreign country just days after U.S. President Donald Trump announced that peace talks with the United States had collapsed.
FM spox confirms visit of Taliban delegation to Iran IRNA 17 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Abbas Mousavi on Tuesday confirmed that Taliban delegation is currently on a visit to Iran for exchange of views on the latest developments in Afghanistan.
Taliban delegation led by Abdul Salam Hanafi visits Iran ISNA 17 Sep 2019 -- Spokesman for the Taliban Political Office in Qatar, suhail shaheen announced that a Taliban delegation led by Abdul Salam Hanafi has visited Iran.
Taliban Delegation Visits Iran Amid Stalled Peace Deal With US - Spokesman Sputnik 17 Sep 2019 -- A delegation of the Taliban movement has travelled to Iran amid the decreasing prospects for signing a peace deal with the United States, a Taliban spokesman, Suhail Shaheen, said Tuesday.
Turkey, Russia, Iran Vow To Ease Tensions In Syria's Idlib RFE/RL 17 Sep 2019 -- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan hosted the leaders of Russia and Iran in Ankara on September 16 for talks aimed at finding a lasting truce in the ruinous eight-year Syrian civil war.
Explainer: Was Iran Behind Attacks On Saudi Oil Installations? RFE/RL 17 Sep 2019 -- Suspected drone attacks on key oil installations in Saudi Arabia have rattled world energy markets, spiked regional tensions, and provoked threats of military action by the United States.
Supreme Leader: No negotiations between Iran, US officials at any level IRNA 17 Sep 2019 -- Leader of Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei noted that country's officials have unanimously announced that they would not take part in talks, be it bilateral or multilateral, with the United States.
European companies, banks ready to join Europe's channel with Iran: INSTEX president IRNA 17 Sep 2019 -- Several European companies and banks have expressed their readiness to join the European financial channel with Iran, INSTEX, in a bid to help operationalize the system, said new INSTEX president on Tuesday.
Iran to unveil low-altitude missile radar IRNA 17 Sep 2019 -- Iran is expected to unveil a new radar system to detect low-altitude missiles in a bid to expand the country's national air defense systems, said a senior defense official on Tuesday.
Leader castigates US for seeking imprudent demands from Iran IRNA 17 Sep 2019 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei on Tuesday castigated the US administration for seeking "impudent demands" from Iran.
Putin hails Iran-Russia common stance on JCPOA IRNA 17 Sep 2019 -- President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin described as valuable the common stance of Iran and Russia about the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Joint statement of Astana guarantor states on Syria ISNA 17 Sep 2019 -- The Presidents of Iran, Russia and Turkey, in a joint statement, reaffirmed their firm commitment to the sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity of Syria, rejecting every effort to create new realities in the Syrian field under the pretext of combatting terrorism, including illegitimate self-rule initiatives.
Iran's top leader rejects any talk with U.S. People's Daily 17 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said Tuesday that Iranian officials unanimously rule out talks with the United States at any level.
Return to JCPOA only way to de-escalate tensions in Middle East: Merkel Press TV 17 Sep 2019 -- German Chancellor Angela Merkel says a return to a 2015 nuclear deal Iran clinched with six world states is the only way to defuse tensions in the Middle East.
Iran nuclear deal still viable, has no alternative: Russian president Press TV 17 Sep 2019 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin has reiterated his country's support for the landmark 2015 Iran nuclear deal, saying the multilateral accord is still viable despite the US's withdrawal.
US Policy of Maximum Pressure Will Fail - Iran's Leader Khamenei Sputnik 17 Sep 2019 -- The statement comes amid tough situation in the Gulf as the US has been calling on its allies to start patrolling the area to increase the security of their vessels in the face of what it has called the "Iranian threat".
President Rouhani calls for respect for Syrian sovereignty, territorial integrity IRNA 16 Sep 2019 -- Iran urged respect for the Syrian sovereignty and territorial integrity, saying Turkey and Russia stress the importance of this issue.
Ankara summit aiming at restoring peace, stability in Syria, gov't spox says IRNA 16 Sep 2019 -- Government Spokesman Ali Rabiei noted that President Rouhani's trip to Ankara was aimed at building peace and stability in Syria.
Iran-Turkey-Russia cooperation promotes Syria security: Rouhani Press TV 16 Sep 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says cooperation among Iran, Russia, and Turkey, as the three guarantor states of a ceasefire regime in Syria, has promoted security in the war-ravaged Arab country.
Presidents of Iran, Russia, Turkey meet in Ankara to discuss Syria Press TV 16 Sep 2019 -- The presidents of Iran, Russia and Turkey meet on Monday in the Turkish capital of Ankara to discuss a political resolution to Syria's eight-year conflict.
Turkey, Russia, Iran Vow To Ease Tensions In Syria's Idlib, Prevent Further Humanitarian Disaster RFE/RL 16 Sep 2019 -- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan hosted the leaders of Russia and Iran in Ankara on September 16 for talks aimed at finding a lasting truce in the ruinous eight-year Syrian civil war.
Russia, Turkey, Iran View Israeli Attacks on Syria as Destabilising Sputnik 16 Sep 2019 -- Russia, Turkey and Iran consider Israeli military attacks on Syria as destabilizing and leading to increased tensions in the region, according to a joint statement by the leaders of the three countries after the summit in Ankara on Monday.
Turkey's Erdogan Hosts Putin, Rohani To Discuss Syrian War RFE/RL 16 Sep 2019 -- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is hosting his Russian and Iranian counterparts in Ankara on September 16 for their latest meeting on Syria.
Iran Threatens War, as Oil Prices Spike VOA 16 Sep 2019 -- Analysts warn that Saturday's drone attack on two Saudi oil facilities, which appear to have shattered the prospect of a rapprochement between Tehran and Washington, could push the price of a barrel of oil as high as $100.
Trump: 'We'd Certainly Like to Avoid' War With Iran VOA 16 Sep 2019 -- U.S. President Donald Trump says any American military attack on Iran would be proportionate to the attacks carried out on oil facilities in Saudi Arabia.
Attack on Saudi facilities risks dragging Yemen into 'regional conflagration': UN Envoy UN News 16 Sep 2019 -- Attacks against oil facilities in Saudi Arabia over the weekend, claimed by rebel fighters in Yemen, are a sign that the war-torn country could be drawn into even greater conflict, the top United Nations official there told the Security Council on Monday.
Yemen's military warns foreigners to leave Saudi oil plants Press TV 16 Sep 2019 -- Yemen's military has warned foreigners in Saudi Arabia to leave Aramco's oil processing plants, saying they are still a target and can be attacked "at any moment."
US 'locked & loaded' for response after Saudi oil strike Press TV 16 Sep 2019 -- US President Donald Trump says that the United States is "locked and loaded" for a possible response to the recent Yemeni drone attacks on Saudi Arabia's oil facilities.
Yemeni missile hits gathering of mercenaries in Saudi Arabia's Asir province Press TV 16 Sep 2019 -- Yemeni forces have targeted gathering of mercenaries fighting for the Riyadh regime in Saudi Arabia's southwestern province of Asir with a domestically-manufactured missile.
Russia warns against 'hasty conclusions' over attacks on Saudi oil facilities Press TV 16 Sep 2019 -- Russia has warned against drawing "hasty conclusions" on who carried out recent drone attacks on Saudi Arabia's oil facilities in the eastern part of the kingdom amid allegations by US officials who point the incriminating finger at Iran.
China slams as 'irresponsible' US accusations of Iran involvement in Saudi oil attack Press TV 16 Sep 2019 -- China's Foreign Ministry has censured as "irresponsible" the US accusations that Iran was behind the recent attacks on Saudi Arabia's key oil installations.
Blaming Anyone for Saudi Oil Attacks Without Probe Irresponsible - Chinese Foreign Ministry Sputnik 16 Sep 2019 -- China considers blaming anyone over the Saudi oil facility attacks without an investigation irresponsible, the Foreign Ministry said Monday.
A timeline of Yemeni missile, drone attacks inside Saudi Arabia Press TV 16 Sep 2019 -- For more than four years, Yemen's army and allied popular forces – led by the Houthi Ansarullah movement – have been defending the country against a devastating Saudi-led military campaign meant to reinstate a former Riyadh-friendly government.
US claims about Iran role in Aramco raid 'maximum deceit' Press TV 16 Sep 2019 -- Tehran has once again dismissed Washington's claims of Iran role in Yemen's attack on Saudi Aramco's oil plants as "maximum deceit" to hide the utter failure of the "maximum pressure" campaign against the Islamic Republic.
U.S. Vows To 'Defend' International Order Being 'Undermined By Iran' RFE/RL 16 Sep 2019 -- Calling a recent attack on major Saudi oil facilities "unprecedented," U.S. Defense Secretary Mike Esper says the United States is working with its allies to defend the "international rules-based order that is being undermined by Iran."
Iranian President on Attacks on Saudi Aramco Facilities: Yemen's People Has Right to Self-Defence Sputnik 16 Sep 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani, in response to a question about a drone attack on oil facilities in Saudi Arabia, said that the people of Yemen has the right to self-defense.
Saudi-Led Coalition Claims Iranian Weapons Used in Attacks on Aramco Oil Plants Sputnik 16 Sep 2019 -- Earlier, President Trump said Washington had "reason to believe" that it knew "the culprit" of Saturday's drone attacks on Saudi Arabia's oil facilities, and warned that the US was "locked and loaded" pending verification from the Saudis on who they believe is responsible.
Russia Concerned Over Attacks on Saudi Aramco, Warns Against Rushing to Conclusions on Culprit Sputnik 16 Sep 2019 -- Yemen's Houthi militia movement claimed responsibility for the Saturday attacks on two major Saudi oil facilities, with the drone strikes thought to have crippled up to half of the country's entire output. The United States rushed to blame Iran for the attacks, with Tehran dismissing the claims as "incomprehensible and meaningless."
Iran Hits Back at 'Unacceptable' Accusations Over Saudi Oil Attacks as Trump Warns US 'Locked and Loaded' Sputnik 16 Sep 2019 -- While Yemeni Houthi rebels have claimed responsibility for the recent drone attacks on Saudi oil facilities, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo was quick to lay the blame on Iran. Donald Trump said the US has "reason to believe that we know the culprit"; Iran denies any role in the incident.
Iran rules out US accusations over Yemeni attacks on Saudi refinery IRNA 16 Sep 2019 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Abbas Mousavi said on his weekly press conference on Monday that Iran supports the Yemeni people suffering from the Saudi disproportionate bombardments, but, implicating Iran in the attacks on the Saudi oil structure is in context of the US "maximum lie".
Trump says 'incorrect' he's willing to meet Iran with 'no conditions' Press TV 16 Sep 2019 -- US President Donald Trump is denying reports that he is willing to meet with Iranian authorities with "no conditions" despite multiple top administration officials saying otherwise.
There will be no meeting between Rouhani, Trump in NY ISNA 16 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman, Abbas Mousavi stressed that there would be no meeting between Iranian president, Hassan Rouhani and his American counterpart, Donald Trump on the sidelines of the upcoming UN General Assembly in New York.
IAEA to continue verifying Iran deal IRNA 16 Sep 2019 -- Acting Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency Cornel Feruta referred to the importance of cooperation between Iran and the IAEA, saying the agency is to continue verifying and monitoring Iran nuclear deal.
AEOI Chief : US illegal sanctions endanger peace, security IRNA 16 Sep 2019 -- Head of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran Ali-Akbar Salehi criticized the remaining JCPOA signatories for not implementing their commitments, and warned against US unilateralism and its destructive acts which have blown multilateralism and important achievements of diplomacy over the past decades.
Iran will not negotiate under sanctions: Gov't spox IRNA 16 Sep 2019 -- Iran will not negotiate under sanctions, said the spokesman of Iran's Government Ali Rabiei on Monday.
Iran to outperform Qatar in gas production from joint field: Minister Press TV 16 Sep 2019 -- Iran's oil minister says gas production from the South Pars gas field is nearing record levels so that Iran could for a first time take the lead in daily production from the field which is shared with Qatar.
Intl. community must slam US' 'destructive' behavior, economic terrorism: Iran Press TV 16 Sep 2019 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says the international community must unanimously condemn the United States' destructive behavior and economic terrorism against other countries.
Iranian Revolutionary Guards Seize Vessel in Gulf Over Alleged Smuggling of Fuel to UAE - Reports Sputnik 16 Sep 2019 -- It's not the first time that Iran has detained a vessel reportedly smuggling diesel fuel. Two weeks ago, Iranian coast guards reportedly seized a ship allegedly carrying nearly 284,000 litres of smuggled diesel in the Persian Gulf and detained its 12 Filipino crew members.
Iran Reiterates Readiness to Go Back to Full JCPOA Compliance - Nuclear Chief Sputnik 16 Sep 2019 -- Iran is ready to go back to fully complying with the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) if other parties to the deal fully adhere to it, it does not intend to use weapons of mass destruction, the head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), Ali Akbar Salehi, said on Monday.
President Rouhani terms US' presence in Syria as illegal, interventionist IRNA 15 Sep 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani on Sunday evening described the US presence in Syria as illegal and interventionist, noting that the United States accuses of Yemeni combatants or people of other countries instead of admitting that its intervention in the region has been problematic.
Iranian President Rouhani in Turkey for talks on Syria, regional issues IRNA 15 Sep 2019 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani arrived in the Turkish capitalو Ankara on Sunday night in a bid to join his Turkish and Russian counterparts in discussions on Syria.
Zarif derides US for "maximum deceit" over Yemeni drone attacks on Saudi oil field IRNA 15 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif on Sunday derided the US "maximum deceit" accusing Iran of the Yemeni drone attacks on Saudi oil field, a reference to the US maximum pressure strategy against Iran.
Iran says US maximum pressure turned to maximum lie strategy IRNA 15 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Abbas Mousavi on Sunday expressed shock about the US attempt to implicate Iran in drone attacks on Saudi oil field by the Houthis from Yemen, saying that the US maximum pressure strategy has turned to the strategy of "maximum lie" against Iran.
Pompeo turning to "max deceit": Zarif ISNA 15 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Minister of Foreign Affairs Mohammad Javad Zarif reacted to claims made by US Secretary of State, Mike Pompeo that Iran was behind the recent attacks on Saudi oil facilities.
Iran rejects Pompeo's 'lies' about Yemeni drone raids on Saudi oil sites Press TV 15 Sep 2019 -- Tehran has dismissed the US's claim of Iranian involvement in the recent Yemeni drone attacks on Saudi oil facilities, saying Washington seems to be shifting from a failed campaign of "maximum pressure" to one of "maximum lying" and "deceit" against the Islamic Republic.
US Will Not End War in Yemen by Blaming Iran for Everything - Zarif Sputnik 15 Sep 2019 -- Earlier, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo blamed Iran for drone attacks on Saudi Arabia's oil facilities.
Trump Slams Reports Alleging 'No Conditions' US-Iran Meeting Are 'Fake News' Sputnik 16 Sep 2019 -- US President Donald Trump said earlier that he has not ruled out the possibility of meeting with Iranian President Hassan Rouhani during the 74th session of the UN General Assembly in New York.
US Officials Claim Yemen Not Behind Saudi Aramco Attack, Houthis Reveal 'Intel Operation' - Reports Sputnik 16 Sep 2019 -- Two Saudi Aramco plants - in Abqaiq and Khurais - were attacked by drones in the early hours of Saturday, leading to massive fires and a suspension of the production of 5.7 million barrels of crude oil per day. The armed Houthi political opposition faction in Yemen earlier claimed responsibility for the attacks.
Trump: US Knows 'Culprit' Behind Saudi Aramco Attacks, 'Locked And Loaded' to Respond Sputnik 16 Sep 2019 -- A Saturday drone attack caused massive fires at two of Saudi Aramco's largest oil facilities - in Abqaiq and Khurais - halting the daily production of an estimated 5.7 million barrels of crude.
Advances in nuclear energy make Iran powerful: AEOI chief IRNA 15 Sep 2019 -- Vice-President and Director of the Atomic Energy Organisation of Iran (AEOI) Ali Akbar Salehi said on Saturday that advances in the nuclear energy made Iran powerful.
US' maximum pressure policy against Iran turning towards "maximum lies" ISNA 15 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman, Abbas Mousavi has reacted to remarks by US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and a US senator regarding the recent Yemeni drone attacks on Saudi oil facilities.
US plots, wrong plans behind regional crises: President Rouhani Press TV 15 Sep 2019 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says what is currently going on in the Middle East region is the result of US' plots and wrong plans, urging regional countries to resolve the existing crises through dialogue.
Iran's sanction relief proposal by Trump prompted Bolton's departure: Report Press TV 15 Sep 2019 -- The abrupt departure of former US National Security Adviser John Bolton reportedly took place after President Donald Trump proposed the idea of lifting some US sanctions on Iran as an incentive for the Islamic Republic to come to the negotiating table.
US bases in region, warships within reach of Iranian missiles: IRGC cmdr. Press TV 15 Sep 2019 -- A top commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the US military bases in the region as well as its warships and other vessels are within reach of Iranian missiles up to a radius of 2,000 kilometers.
Iran secures €1.2bn of Russian loan for building mega power plant Press TV 15 Sep 2019 -- Iran and Russia have signed final documents of a deal which allows Moscow to grant a €1.2-billion loan to Tehran for construction of a major power plant south of Iran.
'Ready For War': IRGC General Says Two US Bases, Warship Are Within Range of Iranian Missiles Sputnik 15 Sep 2019 -- The statement comes as US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Saturday blamed Iran for recent drone attacks on Saudi Aramco's oil fields, urging the international community "to publicly and unequivocally condemn Iran's attacks".
Trump's Desire to Ease Iran Sanction Regime Prompted Bolton's Departure - Report Sputnik 15 Sep 2019 -- US President Donald Trump reportedly proposed lifting tough sanctions against Iran as a means of encouraging Tehran to renegotiate the 2015 JCPOA.
Washington Blames Iran For 'Unprecedented Attack' On World's Energy Supply RFE/RL 14 Sep 2019 -- U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has blamed Iran for drone attacks on Saudi Arabian oil production facilities, saying Tehran had "launched an unprecedented attack" on global energy supplies.
'Unprecedented': Pompeo Accuses Iran of Drone Attacks Against Saudi Oil Facilities Sputnik 14 Sep 2019 -- US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Saturday blamed Iran for recent drone attacks on Saudi Aramco's oil fields.
Senator Lindsey Graham Proposes Bombing Iran's Oil Fields in Response to Houthi Attack on Saudis Sputnik 14 Sep 2019 -- Earlier in the day, US and UK officials condemned the Houthis, and called on the Yemeni militia movement to immediately "stop undermining Saudi Arabia's security" after two major Saudi Aramco facilities were targeted by the militia's attack drones, causing major damage and seriously disrupting the country's oil output and exports.
Ankara to host Russia-Iran-Turkey trilateral summit on Syria ISNA 14 Sep 2019 -- The presidents of Russia, Turkey and Iran will discuss the difficult situation in Syria's Idlib province when they meet in Ankara early next week for a summit, Yuri Ushakov, a senior Kremlin aide said.
Defense Min says home-made industry gains capability of systematic design IRNA 14 Sep 2019 -- Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami said on Saturday that today, the defense industry has achieved the capability to design systematic products, as it can serve as the forerunner in the field of technology.
Enemies misinterpret Iran's commitment on Adrian Darya super tanker IRNA 14 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Ambassador to London Hamid Baeidinejad said when the UK and Gibraltar officials referred to Iran's commitments after releasing Adrian Darya-1 supertanker some enemies who could not see its freedom, misinterpreted it to giving guarantees by Iran to UK government.
Zangeneh says US sanctions not to halt Iran's oil industry IRNA 14 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Petroleum Minister Bijan Zangeneh said on Saturday that the US sanctions cannot stop the Iranian oil industry.
Iran, India to expand defence cooperation ISNA 14 Sep 2019 -- Indian Minister of Defence, Rajnath Singh discussed ways of expanding defence cooperation in a meeting with Iran's ambassador to India, Ali Chegini.
Hawkish US senator says US should bomb Iran refineries to stop its enrichment moves Press TV 14 Sep 2019 -- Hawkish American Senator Lindsey Graham has says the US should mull bombing Iranian oil refineries if Tehran continues boosting its nuclear enrichment to higher grades.
Attacks on Saudi oil make waivers on Iran necessary: Experts Press TV 14 Sep 2019 -- Experts say critical oil supplies lost due to Yemeni attacks on Saudi Arabia's production plants can only be compensated if the United States eases its sanctions on sale of crude by Iran.
Iran's Petropars inks $440 million gas deal amid sanctions Press TV 14 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Minister of Petroleum Bijan Zangeneh says the illegal sanctions imposed by the United States on Tehran have failed to stop the country's oil exports.
The Fate of Syria's Idlib to Top Turkey, Russia, Iran Talks VOA 13 Sep 2019 -- The Turkish, Iranian and Russian presidents will meet in Ankara Monday to discuss Syria and the last rebel enclave in Idlib. Syrian regime forces are threatening to overrun Idlib, and Ankara is warning of a humanitarian disaster.
Iran president due in Ankara for trilateral summit on Syria Press TV 13 Sep 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani will attend a trilateral meeting in Ankara with Vladimir Putin of Russia and Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey in order to discuss a political resolution to the Syria crisis.
Remarks by Assistant Secretary Marshall Billingslea on Hizballah and Iran's Illicit Financial Networks US Treasury 13 Sep 2019
E3 concerned about JCPOA fate IRNA 13 Sep 2019 -- The EU High Representative together with UK, France and Germany in a statement announced implementation of the third step of Iran's reduction of nuclear-related commitments and re-imposition of the US sanctions have put at risk Iran nuclear deal known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
France trying to save and implement JCPOA: Envoy IRNA 13 Sep 2019 -- French Ambassador to the United Nations Nicolas de Rivière said France is trying to preserve and implement Iran nuclear deal known as the Joint comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Iran condemns Canada's sale of its assets, warns of consequences Press TV 13 Sep 2019 -- Iran says the sale of its properties in Canada as per a court ruling to compensate a group of so-called 'terror victims' is an unlawful move that will have consequences for the Ottawa government if not revoked.
Secretary General Guterres says de-escalation in Persian Gulf 'absolutely essential' Press TV 13 Sep 2019 -- Secretary General of the United Nations Antonio Guterres has warned of escalating unease in the Persian Gulf, saying it is "absolutely essential" to take necessary measures to dial down tensions.
Canada sells Iran's properties, gives money away to 'terror victims' Press TV 13 Sep 2019 -- Canada has gifted some $30 million worth of Iranian assets to the victims of terrorist attacks in which Iran says has not been involved, Canadian media reported.
'US pursuing maximum pressure against Iran despite Bolton removal: Mnuchin Press TV 13 Sep 2019 -- US Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin says Washington will press ahead with its campaign of "maximum pressure" against Iran, even after President Donald Trump announced that he had fired National Security Adviser John Bolton, seen as the architect of the White House's hard-line policy toward the Islamic Republic.
U.S. Says Iran Broke Promise Not To Sell Oil To Syria RFE/RL 13 Sep 2019 -- Iran has been breaking "promises" after the Iranian tanker Adrian Darya 1 allegedly delivered oil to Syria despite assurances to the contrary, the U.S. State Department said on September 12.
No Meeting Envisaged Between Trump, Rouhani During UNGA – Iran's Mission to UN Sputnik 13 Sep 2019 -- The 74th session of the UN General Assembly General Debate will kick off on 24 September. During the high-level week, world leaders will have a chance to discuss global issues. According to the provisional list of speakers, Trump will deliver his statement on September 24, while Rouhani will take the floor the next day.
Joint Statement of the Spokespersons of the High Representative, France, Germany and the United Kingdom on the JCPoA UK FCO 13 Sep 2019 -- The spokespersons of the High Representative, France, Germany and the United Kingdom have made a statement on the JCPoA.
Iran, China to witness profound development of defense, military ties, top general says IRNA 12 Sep 2019 -- Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Baqeri underlined that Tehran and Beijing would witness profound development in their defense and military relations aimed at promoting peace and stability as well as security for both countries.
Iran ready to rigidly defend own interests in Persian Gulf, Chief of Staff says IRNA 12 Sep 2019 -- Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Baqeri declared Iran's preparedness to firmly defend the country's interests and security, especially in the Persian Gulf region.
Iran prepared to fully protect interests in Persian Gulf: Top cmdr. Press TV 12 Sep 2019 -- Iran's top military commander says the country's military stands ready to defend its interests and protect its security in the Persian Gulf.
IRGC Cmdr says Iran bigger than sanctions, limitations IRNA 12 Sep 2019 -- The Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major-General Hossein Salaami said on Thursday that the Iranian nation has already proven that it is stronger than sanctions and problems and will never kneel because of even the harshest conditions and toughest problems.
Russian official says Moscow understands Tehran's JCPOA moves IRNA 12 Sep 2019 -- Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said Russia understands Iran's third nuclear deal move though it believes the action does not help normalize the situation.
OPEC+ discuss possible easing of Iran sanctions: Saudi minister Press TV 12 Sep 2019 -- Members of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and allies, a grouping known as OPEC+, have discussed in their latest meeting reports that the United States might ease sanctions imposed on Iran's oil sale and what impact they might have on future of the global supplies.
Iran rejects 'baseless' claims of Saudi-led Arab quartet Press TV 12 Sep 2019 -- Iran has dismissed the "baseless" and "repetitive" allegations recently leveled by the Arab Ministerial Quartet Committee against Tehran's regional role, saying such approach will only increase problems.
Iran Resorts To 'Maximum Repression' In Fighting Perceived Domestic Threats RFE/RL 12 Sep 2019 -- Political satirist Kiumars Marzban could spend more than a decade in an Iranian prison just for doing his job.
Trump Mulls $15 billion French Plan to Preserve Iran Nuclear Deal - Report Sputnik 12 Sep 2019 -- Iran recently kicked off the third stage of rolling back its nuclear obligations under the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), also known as Iran nuclear deal. Paris reiterated last week its full commitment to returning Iran to a full implementation of the Obama-era accord.
Arab ministerial committee condemns Iran's support for launching ballistic missiles towards territory of kingdom and populated cities SPA 11 Sep 2019 -- The Arab Quartet Ministerial Committee for Follow-up of the Crisis with Iran and Response to its Interventions in Arab Internal Affairs condemned Iran's continued support for terrorist and subversive acts in the Arab countries, including the continued firing of Iranian-made ballistic missiles from Yemeni territory into populated cities in the Kingdom, which is a flagrant violation of Security Council resolution 2216 (2015), which states that militias should not be armed.
Iran condemns Netanyahu election pledge to annex parts of West Bank IRNA 11 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Abbas Mousavi strongly condemned the Israeli regime's prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu's evil intention to annex parts of West Bank to the occupied territories.
Iran says Netanyahu's annexation plans means to win reelection Press TV 11 Sep 2019 -- Iran says the Israeli prime minister seeks to stay in power through anti-Iran accusations and annexation, after Benjamin Netanyahu said he would annex the Jordan Valley in the occupied West Bank if elected.
Trump Says He Could Ease Sanctions if Iran Wants to Talk VOA 11 Sep 2019 -- U.S. President Donald Trump again dangled the possibility of easing U.S. sanctions on Iran if it can bring President Hassan Rouhani to the bargaining table.
'We'll see what happens,' Trump says of easing illegal sanctions on Iran Press TV 11 Sep 2019 -- US President Donald Trump has refused to rule out easing of illegal sanctions on Iran amid tensions between Washington and Tehran.
Trump Does Not Rule Out Easing Sanctions on Iran Sputnik 11 Sep 2019 -- US President Donald Trump has stated he does not rule out the possibility of easing sanctions against the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Talks with US meaningless while sanctions still in place, Rouhani tells Macron Press TV 11 Sep 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has informed his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron that there is no point in talks with the United States as long as it keeps sanctions against the Islamic Republic in place.
Rouhani: Iran believes talks with US under sanctions meaningless IRNA 11 Sep 2019 -- President Hassan Rouhani slammed the US withdrawal from the JCPOA as an international multilateral deal, saying that the Iranian government, Majlis and people maintain that talks with the US are meaningless as long as the unilateral sanctions are in place.
Changes in US governing body have no impact on Iran's perception IRNA 11 Sep 2019 -- The secretary of the Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) noted that changes in the positions and posts of officials at the White House would not change the perception of the Islamic Republic about the origins and nature of the US policies and measures.
Bolton's dreams for Iran boomeranged: Vaezi IRNA 11 Sep 2019 -- Once, the US national security adviser John Bolton, who got fired on Tuesday, dreamed of Iran's non-existence but now his plots have boomeranged, Chief of Staff of the Presidential Office said on Wednesday.
Zarif's reaction to Bolton's dismissal by Trump ISNA 11 Sep 2019 -- In a reaction to US President Donald Trump's move to fire National Security Adviser John Bolton, Iranian Foreign Minister, Mohammad Javad Zarif said that he will not comment on the US' domestic issues.
Replacing US officials won't change Iran's perception: Iran's top security official Press TV 11 Sep 2019 -- Iran's top security official says rearranging the US officials would not change Iran's understanding of the nature of Washington's policies.
US Should Abandon its 'Thirst for War' With Bolton's Resignation - Iranian FM Sputnik 11 Sep 2019 -- On Tuesday, US President Donald Trump announced that he had asked National Security Advisor John Bolton to leave his post over disagreements between the official and other members of the administration. Bolton, however, said he had decided to resign of his own accord.
Bolton's Resignation Won't Make Tehran Engage in Talks With US - Iranian Envoy to UN Sputnik 11 Sep 2019 -- US President Donald Trump earlier stated that he had asked the national security advisor to leave the administration, while Bolton said it was his decision to resign.
Iranian Government Says Bolton Firing Ousts 'Biggest Proponent of War' Sputnik 11 Sep 2019 -- The Iranian government spokesman welcomed the departure of US National Security Adviser John Bolton on Tuesday, expressing the belief that the ousting of the "biggest proponent of war" and sanctions pressure would help Washington better understand Tehran.
U.S. 'Warmongers' Should Go, Iran Says After Bolton Firing RFE/RL 11 Sep 2019 -- Iran has urged the United States to "put warmongers aside" following the departure of hard-line U.S. national-security adviser John Bolton, amid heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran in the wake of the unraveling nuclear deal with world powers.
Thirst for war should go with the warmonger-in-chief: Zarif ISNA 11 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Minister of Foreign affairs, Mohammad Javad Zarif strongly opposed to increased US economic terrorism against Iran, saying the thirst for war should go with the warmonger-in-chief.
Envoy: Iran vigorously pursuing reduction of JCPOA commitments IRNA 11 Sep 2019 -- A senior Iranian envoy seriously slammed the recent measures taken by the US and Israel's regime against the nuclear deal, and said Iran will vigorously pursue 60-day intervals for reducing the nuclear-related commitments.
Iran will cut more JCPOA commitments if necessary: Rouhani Press TV 11 Sep 2019 -- President Hassan Rouhani says Iran will take further steps towards suspending its commitments under a 2015 nuclear deal in the future if it deems necessary.
Russian official says US aims to damage Iran-IAEA coop IRNA 11 Sep 2019 -- The US is after damaging the relations between Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Russia's representative in international organizations in Vienna and the International Atomic Energy Agency Mikhail Ulyanov said on Wednesday.
Commitment vis-à-vis commitment our logic in JCPOA: President Rouhani ISNA 11 Sep 2019 -- Iranian President stressed, "Today, the main responsibility of all authorities and officials, including governmental and non-governmental officials, is to really stand alongside Imam Hussein (AS) and make efforts for solving people's problems".
Iran after promotion of ties with China in all sectors, including military: General Baqeri Press TV 11 Sep 2019 -- Iran's top commander says the Islamic Republic attaches high significance to the promotion of ties with China in different sectors, including military.
Iran: Israel talking non-proliferation like mafia speaking of respecting laws against crimes Press TV 11 Sep 2019 -- Iran has stressed it is pursuing a fully transparent nuclear program, hitting out at nuke-armed Israel for talking about adherence to non-proliferation principles.
Adrian Darya never violated any commitment: Iran envoy to UK Press TV 11 Sep 2019 -- Iran's ambassador to the United Kingdom says a tanker that carried Iranian oil in the Mediterranean has not violated any commitment to a third party by selling its oil to a "private" customer.
US allies begin to feel bite of US sanctions on Iran oil Press TV 11 Sep 2019 -- An Indian refiner says it is scouring the world for ultra-heavy crude oil which is becoming short in supply because of intensified US sanctions on Iran and Venezuela.
Merkel: Europe has chosen to uphold Iran deal Press TV 11 Sep 2019 -- German Chancellor Angela Merkel says Europe has made its choice regarding the historic 2015 nuclear agreement with Iran – which the United States has been attempting to sabotage – and will honor the agreement.
Iran envoy to UN: No talks with US as long as it keeps up economic terrorism Press TV 11 Sep 2019 -- Iran has ruled out the possibility of negotiations with the United States as long as Washington sticks to its policy of "economic terrorism" and sanctions against the Iranian nation.
Iranian Envoy Denounces 'U.S.-Israeli Plot' To Pressure IAEA RFE/RL 11 Sep 2019 -- The Iranian ambassador to the International Atomic Agency (IAEA) has alleged that recent statements by U.S. and Israeli officials on Iran's nuclear program are aimed at putting "undue pressure" on the UN's nuclear watchdog.
Iran's Envoy Hits Back at UK Accusations, Says Adryan Darya 1 Tanker Never Violated Commitments Sputnik 11 Sep 2019 -- On Tuesday, the UK accused Iran of violating international norms by sending a tanker to Syria, which is under sanctions from the European Union.
Pompeo Says Trump Could Meet With Iranian President Rouhani at UN With No Preconditions Sputnik 10 Sep 2019 -- If Iran agrees, this will be the first meeting between leaders of the two countries since the 1979 Iranian revolution.
Iran's nuclear R&D doesn't pose any threats, Russia says IRNA 10 Sep 2019 -- Russia has backed Iran's decision to resume nuclear Research and Development (R & D), saying restarting scientific and research centrifuges doesn't pose any threat.
Iran exports 22.5m tons of petchem worth $12bn: official Press TV 10 Sep 2019 -- A senior Iranian oil ministry official says exports of refined products derived from crude have topped 22.5 tons, generating an income of $12 billion a year for the country.
Iraq to continue gas imports from Iran regardless of US sanctions: Minister Press TV 10 Sep 2019 -- Iraq's minister of electricity says gas imports from neighboring Iran would continue despite US sanctions, insisting the Arab country can't afford replacing Iran's crucial supply to its power plants.
Iran urges India to follow China's lead on US sanctions Press TV 10 Sep 2019 -- India should follow China's example in refusing to adhere to US sanctions on Iran and take advantage of the opportunities presented in the Iranian oil and gas sector, Iran's ambassador to New Delhi has said.
Iran plays central role in major resistance camp against US, Israel: Hezbollah chief Press TV 10 Sep 2019 -- The head of Lebanon's resistance movement hails Iran as "the center" of a "major camp" against the US and Israel headed by Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, saying the resistance front is now in the middle of a campaign against the two enemies.
Russia: Iran's resumption of nuclear R&D poses no threat Press TV 10 Sep 2019 -- Russia says Iran's recent decision to stop observing the limits set by a 2015 nuclear deal on its nuclear research and development – known as R&D – poses no threat as Tehran is fully compliant with a safeguards agreement with the UN's nuclear watchdog.
U.S. Accuses Iran Of 'Possible Undeclared Nuclear Activities' RFE/RL 10 Sep 2019 -- U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has accused Tehran of not fully cooperating with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), saying that Iran's behavior "raises questions about possible undeclared nuclear material or activities."
Israel Reveals Alleged Iranian Nuclear Site as It Seeks More Pressure on Tehran VOA 09 Sep 2019 -- Israel has revealed what it says is a secret Iranian nuclear weapons development site as part of an ongoing campaign to boost international pressure on Iran to end its nuclear and regional ambitions.
Zarif calls Israel real nuke possessor 'crying wolf' on Iran Press TV 09 Sep 2019 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif responds derogatorily to Benjamin Netanyahu's apparently trying to blow the whistle on what the Israeli prime minister has branded as off-limits Iranian nuclear experimentation.
Iran's FM Zarif rejects Netanyahu's nuke claim, says he 'crying wolf' IRNA 09 Sep 2019 -- Iran on Monday rejected a claim by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that Tehran had been developing nuclear weapons at a secret site, and said he was seeking a pretext for war.
'Possessor of Real Nukes Cries Wolf': Zarif Reacts to Netanyahu's Claim of New Iranian Secret 'Nuclear Weapons Site' Sputnik 09 Sep 2019 -- Previously, in April and September of 2018, the Israeli prime minister reported 'Mossad intelligence information' which he said exposed an alleged clandestine Iranian nuclear programme operating in contravention of Tehran's commitments to the 2015 nuclear deal. Iran has dismissed all the claims.
Israeli Foreign Minister Urges JCPOA Parties to Annul Deal, Join US Sanctions Against Iran Sputnik 09 Sep 2019 -- Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz on Monday called on the signatories of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), known commonly as the Iran nuclear deal, to annul the pact and join the US sanctions against Tehran in a bid to stop what he called Iran's "terrorist ambitions."
UN Confirms Iran Installing New Centrifuges VOA 09 Sep 2019 -- The U.N.'s nuclear watchdog agency said Monday its inspectors confirmed Iran is installing more advanced centrifuges that can be used to refine uranium.
IAEA confirms Iran's installation of advanced centrifuges Press TV 09 Sep 2019 -- The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has confirmed that Iran is installing advanced centrifuges after warning signatories of the 2015 nuclear deal that the clock is ticking for them to salvage the accord.
IAEA report shows installation of new centrifuges in Natanz IRNA 09 Sep 2019 -- Iranian envoy said after President Rouhani's announcement as regard lifting all commitments on nuclear development under the JCPOA, Acting Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency Cornel Feruta has told IAEA that Iran is to install new advanced centrifuges in Natanz nuclear power plant and to test it with natural uranium.
IAEA Confirms Iran Installing More Advanced Uranium Centrifuges RFE/RL 09 Sep 2019 -- The UN's nuclear watchdog has confirmed that Iran has begun installing more advanced centrifuges used for enriching uranium -- Tehran's latest step in reducing its commitment to the 2015 nuclear deal with world powers.
Iran's Restart of Centrifugal Research, Development Works Poses No Threat - Moscow Sputnik 09 Sep 2019 -- Iran's restart of is its centrifugal research and development works does not pose any threat, the Russian Foreign Ministry said on Monday.
IAEA Chief Says Was Pleased by 'Substantial Discussions' with Iran's Zarif, Salehi Sputnik 09 Sep 2019 -- International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Acting Director-General Cornel Feruta on Monday said he had productive discussions with senior Iranian officials and was pleased by the tone and input received in the negotiations.
IAEA Confirms Iran Has Begun Installing More Advanced Centrifuges to Produce Enriched Uranium Sputnik 09 Sep 2019 -- Earlier, an Iranian Atomic Energy Organisation spokesman said Iran would be decreasing its commitments to the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) nuclear deal, in retaliation to the breach of the deal by Washington. Tehran maintains that it could still 'reverse' its action if the other parties to the deal fulfil their promises.
Official says IAEA still committed to JCPOA IRNA 09 Sep 2019 -- Acting Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency Cornel Feruta said that the IAEA is still committed to the nuclear deal known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Moscow sees no alternative to JCPOA: Russian FM IRNA 09 Sep 2019 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said Russia believes that there is no alternative to Iran nuclear deal known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
France, Russia call for preserving JCPOA IRNA 09 Sep 2019 -- French President Emmanuel Macron and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in a phone conversation called for preserving Iran nuclear deal known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Iran's envoy to UN: Washington is in breach of NPT Press TV 09 Sep 2019 -- Iran calls the US in breach of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), citing Washington's refusal to come under a comprehensive nuclear arms control regime and its harboring an intention to resume testing of nuclear weapons.
Adrian Darya oil tanker unloads Iran's cargo at Mediterranean shores IRNA 09 Sep 2019 -- The super tanker Adrian Darya has unloaded its cargo from Iran in the Mediterranean Sea, said Iran's Foreign Ministry on Sunday.
Iran says to release seized British oil tanker "soon" People's Daily 09 Sep 2019 -- Iran said Sunday that the seized British-flagged oil tanker Stena Impero would be released in the coming days, official IRNA news agency reported.
US concerned about China's continued purchase of oil from Iran Press TV 09 Sep 2019 -- A senior US official has expressed deep regret about China's refusal to obey Washington's sanctions on Iran, saying his country is "very concerned" about Beijing's purchases of the Iranian oil.
US must end sanctions, maximum pressure on Iran: China Press TV 09 Sep 2019 -- China says the US strategy of exerting "maximum pressure" on Iran is the root cause of the ongoing tensions over Tehran's nuclear program, urging Washington to end its wrong practices.
Iran: Oil Tanker Pursued by US Sells its Cargo VOA 08 Sep 2019 -- An Iranian oil tanker at the center of a major diplomatic dispute with the United States has sold its cargo in violations of international sanctions, Iran said.
Social Media Use by Iran's Sanctioned Officials Poses Dilemma for US VOA 08 Sep 2019 -- The continued use of Twitter and Instagram by senior Iranian officials sanctioned by the Trump administration in recent months has put U.S. authorities and social media executives in a predicament.
IAEA to continue 'impartial' safeguards activities in Iran IRNA 08 Sep 2019 -- The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said on Sunday its safeguards activities are conducted in an impartial, independent and objective manner, and in accordance with standard safeguards practices.
Iran at start of third step IRNA 08 Sep 2019 -- As expected following the US withdrawal from the JCPOA and the failure of remaining parties to adhere to their obligations and commitments in the agreement, Tehran eventually and inevitably took the third step in scaling back its obligations; a measure that indicates Iran's seriousness in going through a reversible process.
IAEA head says nuclear watchdog not influenced by pressures IRNA 08 Sep 2019 -- Acting Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency Cornel Feruta said on Sunday that the approach of the IAEA is independent, neutral and professional and that it will not be influenced by the pressures.
AEOI chief says JCPOA not one-way road IRNA 08 Sep 2019 -- Head of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran Ali-Akbar Salehi said Iran believes that the nuclear deal known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) is not a one-way road and it was supposed to be a two-way road, adding that Iran will make necessary decisions exactly the same as what it has so far done in the first three steps.
Iran never revealed confidential issues in nuclear talks IRNA 08 Sep 2019 -- A Senior Iranian nuclear official stressed that Tehran has always observed confidential issues about technical aspects of the nuclear talks with the Group 5+1.
Salehi confers with IAEA acting chief in Tehran IRNA 08 Sep 2019 -- Head of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran Ali-Akbar Salehi and Acting Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency Cornel Feruta held talks in Tehran on transparency of Iranian nuclear program and the IAEA monitoring of the nuclear sites.
Iran to start privatization of small ports in two months: Official Press TV 08 Sep 2019 -- A senior Iranian maritime official says a plan to privatize small ports north and south of the country would be implemented in the upcoming months as the government seeks to spur more shipping activity to offset the impacts of the American sanctions on trade.
Iran says its oil tanker discharged cargo despite pressures Press TV 08 Sep 2019 -- The spokesman for Iran's Foreign Ministry says despite all acts of sabotage by the United States, the Iranian tanker Adrian Darya 1 has discharged its oil cargo and is now berthing at a Mediterranean port.
Iran to award $440m contract for development of gas project Press TV 08 Sep 2019 -- Iran is to award a contract worth $440 million to a domestic company for production of gas at a major oil field south of the country.
Foreign Minister Zarif says Iran's commitments reduction allowed under JCPOA Press TV 08 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the three steps taken by the Islamic Republic to reduce its commitments under a nuclear deal it clinched with world powers in 2015 are legitimate and allowed under the agreement.
Iran nuclear chief meets acting IAEA chief, complains of Europe failure to meet JCPOA commitments Press TV 08 Sep 2019 -- Iran's nuclear chief has criticized the European signatories to a 2015 nuclear agreement for failing to honor their legal commitments to Tehran, adding that the multinational accord is "no one-way street."
Iran Says Oil Tanker Has Delivered Contentious Cargo In Mediterranean RFE/RL 08 Sep 2019 -- Iran says that an oil tanker that was detained by Britain in July and is still sought by American authorities has delivered its load of Iranian crude to an undisclosed location.
UN Nuclear Chief Holds Talks With Iranian Officials In Tehran RFE/RL 08 Sep 2019 -- The chief of the United Nations' nuclear watchdog met with top Iranian officials after Tehran pushed forward with a plan to begin using advanced centrifuges prohibited by the 2015 nuclear deal.
IAEA Inspectors Find Traces of Uranium at Tehran Site Described as 'Secret Atomic Warehouse' by Netanyahu - Report Sputnik 08 Sep 2019 -- Earlier, Israeli media accused the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) of seeking to avoid publicising information about Iran's alleged nuclear materials stockpile at a 'secret nuclear warehouse' facility in the Iranian capital.
Iranian Tanker Sought by US 'Gone to its Destination, Oil Sold' - Tehran Sputnik 08 Sep 2019 -- On Saturday, US National Security Advisor John Bolton posted a satellite image which he said was Iran's Adrian Darya 1 tanker loitering two nautical miles off the coast of the Tartus naval facility in Syria, and accused Tehran of "lying" about its alleged commitment not to send the tanker to Syria after its release by Gibraltar authorities last month. Tehran says it gave no such commitments.
EU Fails to Fulfil 2015 Deal Commitments - Iran's Nuclear Chief Sputnik 08 Sep 2019 -- Earlier this week, a spokesman for Iran's Atomic Energy Organisation said that Tehran was decreasing its nuclear commitments in retaliation for a breach of 2015 nuclear deal by the United States.
Israeli Satellite Photo Allegedly Shows Cleanup Effort at Iranian Spaceport Days After Failed Rocket Launch Sputnik 08 Sep 2019 -- Last week, the US slapped sanctions on Iran's Space Agency, Space Research Centre and Astronautics Research Institute following the August 29 explosion of a rocket on the launch pad at the Imam Khomeini Space Centre in northern Iran.
IRGC Cmdr rules out weakness to thwart any threat IRNA 07 Sep 2019 -- Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Major-General Hossein Salaami on Saturday ruled out weakness to thwart foreign threats, saying that Iran is well-prepared to defend its people as strongly as it can.
Iran says activates advanced centrifuges to boost enriched uranium Global Times 07 Sep 2019 -- In a fresh move to reduce commitments subject to the 2015 landmark nuclear deal, Iran started up advanced centrifuges on Saturday to boost the country's stockpile of enriched uranium, state TV reported.
Iran's knowledge-based company manufactures "Decanter Centrifuge" IRNA 07 Sep 2019 -- Researchers at a knowledge-based company have succeeded in manufacturing an Iranian "Decanter Centrifuge" for water and wastewater treatment using indigenous knowledge.
Iran reducing JCPOA commitments, a reciprocal act IRNA 07 Sep 2019 -- Spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) announced Saturday that Iran's decision to reduce commitments under the 2015 nuclear deal serves the purpose of taking reciprocal measures in line with the implementation of the international deal.
AEOI spokesman announces details of 3rd step of reducing JCPOA commitments ISNA 07 Sep 2019 -- The spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Behrouz Kamalvandi has announced details of Iran's 3rd step of reducing commitments under the 2015 nuclear deal known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Iran activates advanced centrifuges as deadline passes Press TV 07 Sep 2019 -- Iran says it has started up advanced centrifuges to boost the country's stockpile of enriched uranium, warning signatories of the 2015 nuclear deal that the clock is ticking for them to salvage the landmark agreement in the face of pressure by the United Stats.
Bolton 'eager' to see IAEA report on Iran amid Feruta's visit Press TV 07 Sep 2019 -- US National Security Adviser John Bolton has commented on the acting IAEA chief's visit to Iran, making false accusations against Tehran with no evidence.
Russia calls Iranian actions strong signal to restore balance to JCPOA IRNA 07 Sep 2019 -- Russia's representative to international organizations in Vienna and the International Atomic Energy Agency implicitly called Iran's third step a strong signal to other members of the JCPOA to restore balance to this international agreement.
Zarif highlights Iran's lawful remedial acts under JCPOA IRNA 07 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif in a message referred to US' various violations of the UN resolution and offering bribes for theft of oil and asked whether Iran remedial acts under the nuclear deal are unlawful.
US and reduction of Iran's commitments on nuclear R&D IRNA 07 Sep 2019 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran on Friday (September 6) realized its pledge to take a third step in reducing its obligations in the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action as a response to the European side's failure to meet its commitments under the JCPOA and the US' withdrawal from the deal.
Army commander says "maximum pressure policy" on Iran has failed IRNA 07 Sep 2019 -- The commander of the Army of Iran Major-General Abdorrahim Mousavi said on Saturday that the US had made startling miscalculations depicting a horrible future for the Islamic Republic, but now they have come to realize the defeat of their maximum pressure policy against Iran.
US resorting to 'extortion,' not Iran, Zarif tells Pompeo Press TV 07 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has dismissed the latest claim by his American counterpart about Iran's nuclear "extortion" after the Islamic Republic announced that it has fired up advanced centrifuges to boost its enriched uranium stockpiles.
Iran's gasoline, LNG exports hit weekly high sale of over $100m Press TV 07 Sep 2019 -- Iran's exports of gasoline and liquefied natural gas (LNG) have hit a new record as the value of trade at a local energy market exceeds $100 million in a week.
IAEA inspectors in Tehran to report new activities as Iran launches advanced centrifuges Press TV 07 Sep 2019 -- The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) says it has inspectors on the ground in Iran who will be able to look into Tehran's move to turn on advanced centrifuges to increase the country's uranium stockpiles.
Iran signs contract for RO-RO ramp at Caspian Sea port Press TV 07 Sep 2019 -- Iran has signed a major contract to build port facilities on the Caspian Sea that would enable terminal operations for roll-on roll-off (RO-RO) ships.
Bolton Says Iranian Oil Tanker Now In Syrian Port RFE/RL 07 Sep 2019 -- U.S. national-security adviser John Bolton says the Iranian oil tanker released last month from detention in Gibraltar and still sought by U.S. authorities has arrived in the Syrian port of Tartus.
Iran Announces Centrifuge Use That Looks To Violate Nuclear Deal RFE/RL 07 Sep 2019 -- Iran has started to inject advanced centrifuges with uranium gas, an Iranian nuclear spokesman has said, in a move that violates the country's 2015 nuclear deal with world powers.
France Says Will Make Every Effort to Bring Iran to Compliance With Nuclear Deal Sputnik 07 Sep 2019 -- France will continue making every effort to return Iran to the full implementation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), French Defen?e Minister Florence Parly said on Saturday.
Iran Briefly Considered Withdrawal From NPT - Atomic Agency Sputnik 07 Sep 2019 -- Following the US withdrawal from the Iranian nuclear deal and reinstatement of sanctions, Tehran was considering the issue of withdrawal from the nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) but later Iran changed its mind, spokesman for Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Behrouz Kamalvandi said on Saturday.
Iran Says It's Taking Third Step to Reduce Nuclear Commitments in Retaliation for US Breach of JCPOA Sputnik 07 Sep 2019 -- Earlier, Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said that Iran has lifted limitations on its research and development field as part of the scaling back its commitments under the 2015 JCPOA nuclear deal.
Pompeo presses Europeans over Iran's plan to expand nuclear R&D Press TV 06 Sep 2019 -- US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has called on European countries to end what he referred to as "Iran's nuclear extortion."
Third step: Iran officially informs EU of plan to expand nuclear R&D Press TV 06 Sep 2019 -- Iran has informed the European Union that it will begin unlimited nuclear research and development work from Friday, officially unleashing the third stage of its measured responses to Europe's lack of action in the face of America's violation of the 2015 nuclear deal.
Iran's third step and repeated reactions of Europeans IRNA 06 Sep 2019 -- The Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran in a letter to the EU foreign policy chief announced Iran's third step in the framework of 2015 nuclear agreement and a further reduction of Tehran's commitments in the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Iran's third JCPOA step; outcome of US illogical measures IRNA 06 Sep 2019 -- Analysts and media in the world interpret Iran's decision to take third step towards reducing its commitments to the nuclear deal it has signed with six western countries as the logical outcome of extreme US sanctions.
EU spokeswoman says Europe's trade mechanism with Iran going on Press TV 06 Sep 2019 -- The European Union says there is "an advancement" in a long-anticipated trade mechanism, called the INSTEX, with Iran, after Tehran's announcement of further cuts in its commitments under a 2015 nuclear accord it signed with major world powers.
White House: US will not drop Iran sanctions, Trump tells Macron Press TV 06 Sep 2019 -- US President Donald Trump has informed French President Emmanuel Macron that the United States will not lift economic sanctions against the Islamic Republic of Iran, according to the White House.
US threatens to blacklist anyone fueling sanctioned Iranian vessel Press TV 06 Sep 2019 -- The US Treasury Department has threatened to blacklist anyone around the world who helps fuel an Iranian vessel already sanctioned by the US administration.
U.S. Defense Chief Signals Iran 'Inching' Could Lead Toward Talks RFE/RL 06 Sep 2019 -- U.S. Defense Secretary Mark Esper has hinted that Iran might be nearer to an opportunity for new talks despite Tehran's latest move away from adherence to international curbs on its nuclear activities.
Iran Appears 'Inching Toward' Negotiating With US - Pentagon Chief Sputnik 06 Sep 2019 -- Iran has given tentative indications of a willingness to negotiate directly with the United States, Defence Secretary Mark Esper told the Royal United Services Institute in London on Friday.
Iran Lifts Limitations on Its R&D Field Scaling Back Commitments to Nuclear Deal - Reports Sputnik 06 Sep 2019 -- Iran also said it would report the details of its nuclear steps to the United Nations nuclear agency.
Europeans Urge Iran Not To Step Away From Nuclear Commitments RFE/RL 05 Sep 2019 -- European powers are calling on Iran to refrain from any action that contravenes its commitments to a landmark 2015 nuclear deal, after Tehran warned it will lift all limits on its development of centrifuges to speed up uranium enrichment.
Moscow Weighing Boost To Iran's Oil Sector, Russian Minister Says RFE/RL 05 Sep 2019 -- Russian Energy Minister Aleksandr Novak says Moscow is weighing efforts to boost support for embattled Iran's oil industry, which is currently the target of crippling U.S. sanctions aimed at forcing Tehran to negotiate new curbs on its nuclear and missile programs.
Seven Of Seized British Tanker's 23 Crew Members Leave Iran RFE/RL 05 Sep 2019 -- The owner of a British-flagged oil tanker that has been in Iranian custody since July says seven crew members of the Stena Impero have been released by Iran and "are now traveling to a safe location."
Zarif Tells Mogherini Iran to Continue JCPOA Talks Despite Further Reducing Obligations Sputnik 05 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif sent on Thursday a letter to EU foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini expressing readiness to continue the talks on the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) with the remaining signatories, despite proceeding to the third stage of rolling down its obligations under the deal.
Iranian compliance with the nuclear deal: UK statement, 5 September 2019 UK FCO 05 Sep 2019 -- Iran has announced its intention to further reduce its level of compliance with the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPoA).
Rouhani: Iran to develop centrifuges for faster uranium enrichment from Sept. 6 Global Times 05 Sep 2019 -- Iran on Wednesday said it would take another step away from a 2015 nuclear deal by starting to develop centrifuges to speed up its uranium enrichment but it also gave European powers two more months to try to save the multilateral pact.
Iran to declare its 3rd JCPOA step to EU chief within hours: Zarif IRNA 05 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Thursday that he will officially declare the implementation of third nuclear deal step to High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Federica Mogherini within hours.
IRGC cmdr says enemy not aware of Iran's full extend of power IRNA 05 Sep 2019 -- The IRGC commander Major General Hussein Salami said today's Revolutionary Guards are ready more than ever to defend the revolution and Islamic Iran, and the enemies will see Iran's true power in battle field.
Sanctions not to affect Iran's space activities, official says IRNA 05 Sep 2019 -- The head of Iranian Space Agency Morteza Barari stressed the absolutely peaceful nature of Iran's space programs and said the US sanctions against the agency will in no way affect their progress and development.
Pres. Rouhani stresses Iran's will to take 3rd JCPOA step on Friday IRNA 05 Sep 2019 -- President Hassan Rouhani has stressed Iran's determination to take the third step towards reducing Iran's obligations to the Joint Comprehensive of Plan of Action(JCPOA) on Friday.
Pres. Rouhani stresses Iran's will to take 3rd JCPOA step on Friday IRNA 05 Sep 2019 -- President Hassan Rouhani has announced Iran will start the implementation of the third step of its plan to reduce compliance with the JCPOA on Friday.
Tehran's stance based on saving JCPOA: Araghchi IRNA 05 Sep 2019 -- Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Abbas Araghchi said on Wednesday that Iran agrees with the EU in saving JCPOA and the country is interested to join the Instrument in Support of Trade Exchanges (INSTEX).
Iran's third JCPOA step reversible like previous ones: Zarif Press TV 05 Sep 2019 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the upcoming third phase of Iran's nuclear countermeasures has been so devised to be reversible, as is the case with its previous nuclear responses, if Europe meets its nuclear commitments towards Tehran.
Iran's defense, security power impenetrable, invincible: IRGC cmdr. Press TV 05 Sep 2019 -- The chief commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the country's military and security power is impenetrable and invincible, adding that the country's enemies are aware of this fact.
Iran's foreign minister: US Treasury's OFAC nothing more than jail warden Press TV 05 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has taken to task the US Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) as the main force behind imposition of Washington's sanctions against Tehran, saying that it only serves the role of a jail warden with regard to other countries.
Iran's Zarif: Regional security can't be bought from outside Press TV 05 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says regional security cannot be purchased from outside, expressing Tehran's readiness to work collectively with the countries in the region to ensure security.
India Will Not Take Military Steps to Protect Its Vessels in the Strait of Hormuz - Prime Minister Modi Sputnik 05 Sep 2019 -- The comments by the Indian prime minister come amid an increasingly escalating situation in the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz following a series of oil tanker incidents there that the US and its allies have unfoundedly blamed on Iran.
Iran condemns Hook's comments, US reward for terror Press TV 05 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman has strongly condemned the latest moves and comments by the US administration, especially its Iran representative Brian Hook, to increase pressure against the Iranian nation as part of an "economic terrorism campaign."
US imposes sanctions on Iran's shipping network Press TV 04 Sep 2019 -- The United States has imposed sanctions on an Iranian shipping network – several tankers, companies and insurance firms -- accusing it of supplying millions of barrels of oil to Syria.
U.S. Blacklists Iran Oil Shipping Network Over Alleged Syria Sanctions Breach RFE/RL 04 Sep 2019 -- The United States has imposed sanctions on an Iranian network of companies, ships, and individuals it says has supplied Syria with millions of barrels of oil in a breach of U.S. sanctions.
US Offers $15Mln Reward for Info That Can Help Disrupt IRGC's 'Financial Tools' as New Iran Sanctions Announced Sputnik 04 Sep 2019 -- According to the US Treasury Department, the individuals include a former Iranian oil minister and his son, as well as subsidiaries of an Indian company with an interest in the Adrian Darya tanker, formerly the Grace 1.
Sanctioning of Vast IRGC-QF Petroleum Shipping Network US Dept. of State 04 Sep 2019 -- "Today, the United States designated 16 entities and 10 individuals and identified 11 vessels that are part of a large shipping network enabling the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force, a designated Foreign Terrorist Organization, to sell illicit oil for the benefit of the brutal Assad regime, Hizballah, and other terrorist actors."
Rewards for Justice – Reward offer for information on the financial mechanisms of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and its branches, including the IRGC-Qods Force US Dept. of State 04 Sep 2019 -- The U.S. Department of State's Rewards for Justice (RFJ) is offering a reward of up to $15 million for information leading to the disruption of the financial mechanisms of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and its branches, including the IRGC-Qods Force (IRGC-QF). This includes seeking information on the IRGC's illicit oil sales, including via oil tankers like the Adrian Darya.
Treasury Designates Vast Iranian Petroleum Shipping Network That Supports IRGC-QF and Terror Proxies US Treasury 04 Sep 2019 -- The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) took action against a large shipping network that is directed by and financially supports the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force (IRGC-QF) and its terrorist proxy Hizballah. Over the past year, the IRGC-QF has moved oil worth hundreds of millions of dollars or more through this network for the benefit of the brutal Assad regime, Hizballah, and other illicit actors.
Tehran's stance based on saving JCPOA: Araghchi IRNA 04 Sep 2019 -- Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Abbas Araghchi said on Wednesday that Iran agrees with the EU in saving JCPOA and the country is interested to join the Instrument in Support of Trade Exchanges (INSTEX).
Iran's 3rd nuclear step in response to EU's passivity IRNA 04 Sep 2019 -- Iran says it has finalized the details of the third step to reduce its commitments under the 2015 nuclear deal, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), and that the details will be announced by tomorrow.
Iran to announce 3rd phase of nuclear scale-down in coming hours: President IRNA 04 Sep 2019 -- President Hassan Rouhani said on Wednesday Tehran is about to announce the third phase of reduction of its nuclear commitments either today or tomorrow as negotiations with France have not been successful so far although there has been some tangible progress.
Rouhani: Iran to declare 3rd step to reduce commitments to JCPOA IRNA 04 Sep 2019 -- President Hassan Rouhani said on Wednesday that Iran will declare third step to reduce commitments to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, adding that the new step is of major impacts.
Iran to take 3rd step of reducing JCPOA commitments ISNA 04 Sep 2019 -- Iran will take the 3rd step of reducing its commitments under the 2015 nuclear deal, Iranian president's deputy chief of staff for communications and information, Parviz Esmaeili said on Wednesday, citing President Rouhani.
Iran to further cut nuclear commitments as of Friday: Rouhani Press TV 04 Sep 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the country will expand its nuclear research and development as of September 6, setting aside the restrictions imposed on the country's R&D in the 2015 nuclear deal with world powers.
Exclusive: Iran has decided next responses to nuclear deal violations Press TV 04 Sep 2019 -- Iran has decided the next steps in the third stage of its response to the violation of the 2015 nuclear deal by the United States, officials say, as the deal's European signatories -- the UK, France and Germany -- fail to meet Tehran's demands to salvage the landmark agreement after Washington's withdrawal.
Agreement with Europe unlikely, Iran to announce 3rd step on JCPOA: Rouhani Press TV 04 Sep 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the country and Europe are unlikely to reach an agreement on ways to save a 2015 multilateral nuclear accord by Thursday, and that Tehran will go ahead with its plan to announce the third step in scaling back its commitments under the accord.
Zarif says "too early" to talk about "demise" of JCPOA IRNA 04 Sep 2019 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad-Javad Zarif said that Iran nuclear deal is not dead yet and it is too soon to talk about its end, but, the Europeans were not able to fulfill their commitments to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action.
Araghchi: Iran not to re-negotiate JCPOA IRNA 04 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Wednesday that Iran will not re-negotiate the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, but good implementation of the deal can be the issue of negotiations.
Official says Iran is waiting for EU to deliver its promise before further nuclear cuts IRNA 04 Sep 2019 -- Iran is still waiting for Europe to deliver on its promise of buying Iranian oil and returning its revenues in cash as the clock is ticking before Tehran makes a cut in its voluntary commitments within the nuclear agreement.
Talks to preserve Iran nuclear deal with Washington "constructive": Le Maire ISNA 04 Sep 2019 -- French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire who has traveled to Washington as part of a plan to offer Iran a $15 billion economic lifeline and rescue the Iran nuclear accord said his talks with U.S. counterpart Steven Mnuchin was "constructive".
Zarif slams US as report reveals Washington's bid to blackmail captain of Iran-operated tanker Press TV 04 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says a US policy of enticing and threatening is becoming a pattern, as reports emerged that Washington had sought to blackmail the captain of an Iranian-operated tanker to receive bribe for the vessel or face sanctions.
Trump changed mind as US army told he could not attack Iran: Top cmdr. Press TV 04 Sep 2019 -- Iran's top military commander says US President Donald Trump called off a retaliatory strike against the Islamic Republic following the downing of an intruding American drone not for the stated purpose of preventing casualties but because the US army convinced him he could not actually attack Iran due to its serious repercussions.
Iran currency plan unaffected by Europe's proposed credit line: CBI chief Press TV 04 Sep 2019 -- Iran's chief banker says the country would stick to its current plans for currency regulation regardless of a European proposal for setting up a credit facility that could help revive a nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers.
China updates deal to invest $400 billion in Iran: Report Press TV 04 Sep 2019 -- Iran and China have updated a 25-year deal signed first in 2016 that foresees $400 billion of Chinese investment in the resource-rich Middle Eastern nation, well-regarded energy industry publication the Petroleum Economist reports.
Iran will return to nuclear deal commitments only under $15 credit line for oil sales: Deputy FM Press TV 04 Sep 2019 -- A senior Iranian official says Tehran will return into full compliance with a 2015 multinational nuclear deal only if it receives $15 billion in France-proposed credit lines for oil sales over four months otherwise the Islamic Republic will continue cutting its deal commitments.
US appetite for breaking intl. law won't stop at JCPOA: Iran FM Press TV 04 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the US will be emboldened to keep violating international law and kill more international agreements if Europe fails to save a 2015 multinational nuclear deal, which Washington abandoned last year.
U.S. Official Rules Out Sanctions Waivers For Iran Credit Line Plan RFE/RL 04 Sep 2019 -- A senior U.S. diplomat has ruled out providing any sanctions waivers to accommodate a French proposal to extend a $15 billion credit line to Iran.
After receiving $15 billion, Iran ready to hold talks with 4+1 members: Araghchi ISNA 04 Sep 2019 -- Following phone talks between Iranian and French presidents, Tehran stated that either Europe has to buy oil from Iran, or provide it with a $15 billion credit line, which in some sense means a pre-sale of Iran's oil, deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs, Abbas Araghchi stressed.
Tehran Rejects $15-Billion Loan From France to Remain Fully Compliant With JCPOA Obligations - Reports Sputnik 04 Sep 2019 -- Iran has recently been holding negotiations with Paris about returning to full implementation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA). France offered the Islamic Republic a line of credit that would be guaranteed by Iranian oil revenues but the plan depends on US approval of oil export waivers.
Zarif says Europe must take practical steps to guarantee Iran's oil revenues Press TV 04 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has hailed France's diplomatic efforts to save the 2015 multilateral nuclear deal, stressing, however, that Tehran is expecting practical steps by the Europeans aimed at guaranteeing Iran's oil revenues.
US Moves to Disrupt Iran's Oil Distribution Network VOA 04 Sep 2019 -- As the United States took action Wednesday to disrupt an Iranian oil shipping network it accuses of funding terrorism, President Donald Trump expressed optimism about engaging in diplomacy with Tehran.
'Russia ready to invest $10bn in Iran oil sector: Minister Press TV 04 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Minister of Energy Reza Ardakanian says Russia would be ready to invest up to $10 billion in Iran's oil industry despite American sanctions that have hampered Tehran's efforts to involve foreigners in energy projects.
Zarif: US sanctions on Iran's space program 'ineffective' Press TV 04 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has downplayed as "ineffective" the US's recent sanctions on the country's space program, saying Washington's extreme use of economic leverage will gradually threaten its economic might.
US hostile actions not to disrupt Iran's space programs IRNA 04 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Space Agency in a stance against the US sanctions on three organizations related to Iran space industry said in a statement that the US hostile actions will not disrupt Iran's space programs.
Iran's Zarif Dismisses U.S. Space-Agency Sanctions As 'Totally Ineffective' RFE/RL 04 Sep 2019 -- Iran's foreign minister has accused the United States of an overreliance on sanctions and said the latest punitive measures out of Washington targeting his country's space and research sectors are "totally ineffective."
Iran releases some of crew of UK-flagged ship Stena Impero ISNA 04 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman, Seyyed Abbas Mousavi announced on Wednesday that Iran has released some of the crew members of the UK-flagged oil tanker Stena Impero which was detained weeks ago due to violation of maritime regulations.
Iran frees 7 crew members of seized British oil tanker Press TV 04 Sep 2019 -- Iran has released seven crew members of a British oil tanker detained last month in the Persian Gulf for violating international maritime law.
Iran Releasing Seven Crew From British Ship For Humanitarian Reasons RFE/RL 04 Sep 2019 -- Iran says it is freeing seven crew members it detained after seizing the British tanker Stena Impero nearly two months ago.
Iran To Develop Centrifuges In Further Step Away From Nuclear Deal RFE/RL 04 Sep 2019 -- President Hassan Rohani has announced that Iran will this week begin developing centrifuges to speed up uranium enrichment, as the country's "third step" to scale back its commitments under the 2015 nuclear deal.
U.S. Sanctions Iran Space Agency SPA 04 Sep 2019 -- The United States imposed sanctions Tuesday on Iran's space agency for the first time, accusing it of developing ballistic missiles under the cover of a civilian program to launch satellites into orbit.
United States Imposes New Sanctions Designations on Iran's Space Program as Tehran Continues to Use Civilian Space Agencies to Advance its Ballistic Missile Programs US Dept. of State 03 Sep 2019 -- "Today, the Department of State designated the Iran Space Agency and two of its research institutes under Executive Order (E.O.) 13382 for engaging in proliferation-sensitive activities. This is the first time the United States is designating Iran's civilian space agency for activities that advance its ballistic missile program."
New Sanctions Designations on Iran's Space Program US Dept. of State 03 Sep 2019 -- "Today, the Department of State designated the Iran Space Agency and two of its research institutes under Executive Order (E.O.) 13382, which targets proliferators of weapons of mass destruction (WMD) and WMD delivery systems and their supporters – the first time the United States is publicly designating Iran's civilian space agency."
US Imposes Sanctions on Iran Space Agencies VOA 03 Sep 2019 -- The United States has imposed its first-ever sanctions against Iran's space agency, accusing it of disguising a missile program.
US new sanctions target Iranian Space Agency Press TV 03 Sep 2019 -- The United States has imposed new sanctions on Iran this time to target its space program.
U.S. Slaps Sanctions On Iran Space Program Over Missile Work RFE/RL 03 Sep 2019 -- The United States has imposed sanctions on Iran's civilian space agency and two of its research institutes, saying they are being used to advance Tehran's missile program.
Rouhani Rules Out Bilateral US Talks VOA 03 Sep 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said Tuesday his country would not hold bilateral talks with the United States.
Iranian President Rules Out Bilateral Talks With U.S. RFE/RL 03 Sep 2019 -- Iran's President Hassan Rohani has ruled out bilateral talks with the United States, though the removal of sanctions against it would allow for multilateral talks including those who signed a nuclear accord in 2015.
Iranian President Rouhani Rules Out Bilateral Talks With US Sputnik 03 Sep 2019 -- The comments by the Iranian president come just weeks after his US counterpart, Donald Trump, signalled his readiness to hold a bilateral meeting in the future under the "correct" circumstances.
Turkish Businessman Sentenced to 27 Months Imprisonment for Conspiracy to Violate U.S. Sanctions by Exporting Marine Equipment from the United States to Iran US Dept. of Justice 03 Sep 2019 -- Resit Tavan, a Turkish Businessman and owner of the Istanbul-based Turkish business Ramor Dis Ticaret Ltd. (also known as the "Ramor Group") was sentenced on Thursday, Aug. 29, 2019, in Federal District Court in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to 27 months imprisonment in connection with his conviction for conspiracy to violate U.S. sanctions by exporting specialized marine equipment from the United States to Iran between 2013 to 2015.
Rouhani: Iran has no intention to talk with US IRNA 03 Sep 2019 -- President Hassan Rouhani said on Tuesday that Iran opted for national resistance to the US maximum pressure and active diplomacy and that has not decided to negotiate with the US despite some suggestions from many states.
Rouhani reaffirms strategy of resistance to US maximum pressure IRNA 03 Sep 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani on Tuesday reaffirmed strategy of resistance to the US maximum pressure, saying that Iran follows active diplomacy as well.
Finnish top diplomat confirms talks on credit facility for Iran in exchange for oil sale Press TV 03 Sep 2019 -- Finland's Foreign Minister Pekka Haavisto has confirmed reports that Iran would be able to resume its oil sale under a new initiative by France, which seeks to provide Tehran with a crucial credit facility to help save a nuclear deal that has suffered as a result of US sanctions.
France: Saving Iran deal hinges on 'US waivers' from bans Press TV 03 Sep 2019 -- France says efforts aimed at saving a 2015 multilateral nuclear deal on the Iranian nuclear program hinges on the United States' provision of waivers from the sanctions it has unilaterally and illegally re-imposed on Tehran.
Iran oil products expose frailty of US sanctions web Press TV 03 Sep 2019 -- Oil products are emerging as Iran's mainstay in a grueling battle with the United States which is bent on wiping out the country's revenues.
President Rouhani rules out bilateral talks with US under sanctions Press TV 03 Sep 2019 -- President Hassan Rouhani says Iran has never had any plan to enter bilateral negotiations with the US, reiterating that talks will be possible within the framework of the P5+1 group of world states if Washington agrees to lift all sanctions against the Islamic Republic.
Iran, France hold intensive expert-level talks on ways to save nuclear deal Press TV 03 Sep 2019 -- Iranian and French experts have held intensive talks aimed at salvaging an international nuclear deal, which has been at risk of unraveling since the US withdrew from it last year.
It's Necessary to Find Way to Counter US, Otherwise Nuclear Deal Won't Be Only Loss, Iranian FM Says Sputnik 03 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif said on Monday that Washington's actions regarding the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action are a blow to international law, and if the accord is not preserved, the nuclear deal "will not be the only loss".
Image of Iran's Rocket Failure Tweeted by Trump Claimed to be Taken by US Top-Secretive Spy Satellite Sputnik 03 Sep 2019 -- On Monday, Iranian authorities, for the first time, confirmed that a rocket had exploded at the country's Imam Khomeini Space Centre on Thursday due to a malfunction at a test site. The statement was made a few days after US President Donald Trump taunted Tehran on Twitter by sharing a photo of the apparent explosion at the site.
Secret Dutch Mole Aided Stuxnet Virus Attack on Iranian Nuclear Program – Reports Sputnik 03 Sep 2019 -- An Iranian mole recruited by Dutch intelligence was reportedly instrumental in helping the US and Israel install the Stuxnet virus on Iran's nuclear centrifuges in Natantz, according to sources.
Iran Acknowledges Blast At Space Center RFE/RL 02 Sep 2019 -- Iran has confirmed an explosion at one of its launch pads after satellite photos showed the blast last week, saying it was due to a technical malfunction.
Iran Admits Space Rocket Explosion for First Time After Trump Denies US Involvement in Viral Tweet Sputnik 02 Sep 2019 -- The report comes a few days after US President Donald Trump tweeted a photo of an apparent explosion at Iran's space centre, while saying that Washington had nothing to do with what he described as a "catastrophic accident" during first launch preparations.
Iran, Russia agree on further nuclear, regional cooperation IRNA 02 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Tehran and Moscow will cooperate on issues related to the nuclear deal and regional security that will benefit the region.
Tehran, Paris discuss ways to meet Iran interests in JCPOA IRNA 02 Sep 2019 -- Senior Iranian and French experts in an intensive meeting discussed ways to fulfill Iran's demands and interests in the nuclear deal known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Mogherini: EU working to preserve Iran nuclear deal IRNA 02 Sep 2019 -- High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Federica Mogherini underlined EU current efforts to save Iran deal otherwise known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Russia welcomes measures preventing JCPOA come to a dead-end IRNA 02 Sep 2019 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said on Monday that Russia welcomes timely measures to prevent the JCPOA to come to a dead end.
Iran willing to work with neighbors regardless of JCPOA IRNA 02 Sep 2019 -- Government spokesman Ali Rabiei said in his weekly press conference on Monday that Iran is willing to cooperate with its neighbors regardless of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action.
FM spox: Iran willing to give chance for diplomacy, dialogue IRNA 02 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Abbas Mousavi said on Monday that despite all difficulties, Iran is willing to give another chance to diplomacy and dialogue.
Iran declares strategy of parallel commitments with JCPOA parties IRNA 02 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Government spokesman Ali Rabiei said on Monday provided that Europe fulfills its commitments to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, Tehran will go back to honor its full commitments. Iran's strategy is commitment for commitment.
Iran prepared to take 3rd step of reducing commitments to JCPOA IRNA 02 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman said on Monday that Iran is prepared to take the third step of reducing commitments to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, adding that it will be reversible if diplomatic efforts are effective.
Iran willing to give diplomacy another chance: Mousavi ISNA 02 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman, Seyyed Abbas Mousavi said Tehran is willing to secure diplomacy and dialogue.
Iran to take 3rd step of reducing JCPOA commitments if no new terms offered ISNA 02 Sep 2019 -- Iran's strategy is commitment for commitment, in this case Tehran won't take the third step of reducing its JCPOA commitments, Iran's government spokesman, Ali Rabiei announced on Monday on the eve of a deadline at the end of this week.
Iran FM warns EU over more reduction in nuclear commitments Press TV 02 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has once again warned that Tehran would further scale back its commitments under a 2015 nuclear deal if it cannot reap the benefits of the multilateral agreement.
Iran, Syria to develop banking ties, set up joint bank: Report Press TV 02 Sep 2019 -- Iran and Syria have vowed to expedite efforts for establishing a joint bank that could help the two allied countries deepen their trade and economic relations.
3rd round of Iran's nuclear response to JCPOA violations to be more decisive: Foreign Ministry Press TV 02 Sep 2019 -- Iran has warned that if European parties to the 2015 nuclear agreement fail to meet their commitments under the deal, Tehran will further, and this time more decisively, reduce its nuclear obligations.
Iran Warns Of 'Strong Step' Away From Nuclear Deal As Deadline Nears RFE/RL 02 Sep 2019 -- Iran has warned Europe it needs to offer new terms before a deadline set for later this week or Tehran will "take a strong step" away from the nuclear accord it signed with world powers in 2015.
Tehran Welcomes Russia's Concept for Persian Gulf Security - Iranian Foreign Minister Sputnik 02 Sep 2019 -- Iran welcomes Russia's initiative on Persian Gulf security and is ready to sign a non-aggression pact with its neighbours, Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Monday.
Iranian Foreign Minister Rules Out Possibility of Renegotiating JCPOA Sputnik 02 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif ruled out on Monday the possibility of renegotiating the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), known as the Iran nuclear deal, also praising Russia and China for their effort aimed at preserving the pact.
Iran Pledges 'Strong Step' Back From Nuclear Deal Unless Europe Helps VOA 02 Sep 2019 -- Iran said Monday it will take a "strong step" away from the 2015 international nuclear deal if European countries do not take steps to help it bypass U.S. sanctions on its oil sales.
UK Minister Claims HMS Queen Elizabeth Carrier Not Needed to Take on 'Cheeky Iranians' in the Gulf Sputnik 01 Sep 2019 -- The statement comes as the captain of the UK Royal Navy's most powerful ship admitted that HMS Queen Elizabeth suffers weekly floods, which he said are "inevitable".
Zarif says Iran's withdrawal from scaling down 3rd step in JCPOA probable IRNA 01 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Sunday that in case the Europeans fulfill their pledges in due time, Iran might step back from implementation of its third step in reducing its obligations within the JCPOA.
Iran to decide further measures on JCPOA within days IRNA 01 Sep 2019 -- Chief of Staff of the Presidential Office Mahmoud Vaezi said on Sunday the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action is valuable for Iran if Iran enjoys benefits of the deal, otherwise, Iran will decide on its further measures envisaged by the JCPOA in the next days.
Iran's strategy is to maintain nuclear deal IRNA 01 Sep 2019 -- Iran says it will continue to maintain the 2015 nuclear deal, saying the agreement is unchangeable.
Iran's naval drills kick off in Caspian Sea ISNA 01 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Navy has held a massive four-day drill dubbed "Sustainable Security 2019" in the Caspian Sea on Sunday with the message of peace and friendship.
Iran to sell oil to any, all buyers: FM Zarif ISNA 01 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister, Mohammad Javad Zarif responded to US Secretary of State, Mike Pompeo's remarks, stressing Iran will sell oil to any and all buyers.
Keeping JCPOA Iran's approach: President Rouhani ISNA 01 Sep 2019 -- Presidents of the Islamic Republic of Iran and France stressed the importance of more negotiations, relations and cooperation between Tehran and Paris on different bilateral, regional and international issues.
Iran may not take third step to reduce nuclear commitments if Europe acts: Zarif Press TV 01 Sep 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Tehran may not take the "third step" in reducing its commitments under a 2015 multilateral nuclear deal if the Europeans take necessary action to fulfill their obligations under the agreement.
Iran unveils combat, defense drone "Kian" with pinpoint accuracy ISNA 01 Sep 2019 -- Iran has unveiled a combat and defense drone dubbed "Kian" with pinpoint accuracy.
Iran unveils new precision drone IRNA 01 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Army unveiled a new homegrown jet-propelled drone, named "Kian", on Sunday capable of carrying long-time surveillance missions and hitting the targets with high precision.
Iran unveils high-speed tracking, long-haul strike drones Press TV 01 Sep 2019 -- Iran has unveiled a drone in two different versions, for swift tracking and identification and for precision strikes on distant targets.
Iran Unveils Recon, Long-Range Strike Drone It Says Can Operate 'Far From Country's Borders' Sputnik 01 Sep 2019 -- In recent months, the Islamic Republic has unveiled a host of new military equipment ranging from missiles and drones to air defence systems and jamming gear amid escalating tensions with the US.
Zarif Says Iran Ready to Stop Third Round of JCPOA Scrapping if Europe Fulfils its Obligations Sputnik 01 Sep 2019 -- Earlier on Sunday, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Abbas Mousavi told the IRIB broadcaster that the third step of discontinuing Iran's commitments under JCPOA is developed and ready, and it will be harsher than the previous steps.
Rouhani, Macron Discuss JCPOA: Tehran Warns of Its Reduced 'Reversible' Nuclear Deal Commitments Sputnik 01 Sep 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has informed French leader Emmanuel Macron in a phone call that Tehran will launch the third stage in reducing its obligations under the nuclear deal later in September if Europe fails to live up to its part of commitments, noting that this step, as well as the previous ones, will be reversible.
Trump gave away well-guarded US spy satellite secrets in anti-Iran tweet: Report Press TV 01 Sep 2019 -- US President Donald Trump, known for his erratic tweeting, has seemingly given away important details about American's military satellite after posting an image of what he said was a failed Iranian space rocket launch.
Iran's strategy is to maintain nuclear deal IRNA 01 Sep 2019 -- Iran says it will continue to maintain the 2015 nuclear deal, saying the agreement is unchangeable.
Macron, Rohani Exchange Demands On Nuclear Deal, Regional Conflicts RFE/RL 01 Sep 2019 -- French President Emmanuel Macron has urged Iranian President Hassan Rohani to show restraint amid rising tensions in the region, while the Iranian leader called on Europe to take measures to keep the 2015 nuclear deal alive.
Rouhani, Macron Discuss JCPOA: Tehran Warns of Its Reduced 'Reversible' Nuclear Deal Commitments Sputnik 01 Sep 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has informed French leader Emmanuel Macron in a phone call that Tehran will launch the third stage in reducing its obligations under the nuclear deal later in September if Europe fails to live up to its part of commitments, noting that this step, as well as the previous ones, will be reversible.

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