November 2019 - Iran Special Weapons News

Iran Navy starts mass production of 'Jask' cruise missile, unveils other military projects Press TV 30 Nov 2019 -- Iran's Navy has announced the mass production of the indigenously-designed and submarine-launched "Jask" cruise missile along with unveiling a handful of other military projects and technological achievements.
Brand New Destroyer Dubbed Dena Will Join Iranian Navy in February - Admiral Sputnik 30 Nov 2019 -- The Islamic Republic is modernising its military despite restrictions imposed on arms sales to the country by the UN and the EU between 2007 and 2010 due to a nuclear programme row. While the UN arms embargo is scheduled to be lifted in October 2020, the European sanctions expire in October 2023.
US envoy to Germany regrets Europeans joining INSTEX Press TV 30 Nov 2019 -- US ambassador to Germany Richard Grenell has intensified his anti-Iran rhetoric by slamming six European countries for their decision to join a financial mechanism meant to circumvent American sanctions on Tehran.
IAEA's new head says watchdog to take up fair yet stern stance on Iran Press TV 30 Nov 2019 -- The next head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) says he will adopt a fair yet stern stance on nuclear development, including that of Iran.
Iran's deputy FM hopes new members invigorate EU non-dollar trade mechanism Press TV 30 Nov 2019 -- Reacting to six European countries' announcement that they will join a non-dollar trade mechanism with Iran, the Islamic Republic says it hopes that their participation will breathe new life into the instrument.
Iran views IAEA inspector's possession of suspicious material as 'industrial sabotage' Press TV 30 Nov 2019 -- Iran's nuclear chief says Tehran regards an incident involving an International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) inspector carrying "suspicious" material during a visit of an Iranian nuclear facility last month as an act of "industrial sabotage."
Iranian Lawmaker Accuses EU of Taking No Measures to Meet JCPOA Obligations Sputnik 30 Nov 2019 -- The European parties to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) have failed to take practical measures to fulfill their commitments under the agreement, namely to ensure Iran's economic interests, the spokesman for the Iranian Parliament's National Security and Foreign Policy Commission said on Saturday.
E3 statement on Iran and INSTEX UK FCO 30 Nov 2019 -- A statement by France, Germany and the United Kingdom on INSTEX and European commitment to the JCPoA.
Iran to unveil new destroyer this February: Navy Cmdr IRNA 29 Nov 2019 -- Navy Commander Rear Admiral Hossein Khanzadi said Iran will unveil the Dena destroyer in February and stressed that with the construction of racket launcher warships and the construction of Moj-class destroyers such as Jamaran, Damavand and Sahand destroyer Iran has entered the field of naval combat.
Iranian Ships Will Use Cutting-Edge Drones Amid Equipment Upgrade - Navy Head Sputnik 29 Nov 2019 -- Tehran continues to boost its military amid a standoff with the US in the wake of Washington establishing a maritime coalition patrolling the waters near Iran's borders.
Senior Army official says Iran producer of strategic, military weapons IRNA 29 Nov 2019 -- Deputy Chief of Operations of Iran's Army noted that Iran is one of the manufacturers of strategic and military weapons in the world which has made enemies not dare to threaten sea, land خق air borders.
Iran safeguards 5,000 ships, tankers in high seas IRNA 29 Nov 2019 -- Deputy commander of Iran's Army for coordination said that the country's navy has provided security for 5,000 of its trade ships and oil tankers in the Gulf of Aden, Bab al-Mandab Strait and the Red Sea to save its economy.
Six more Europeans states to join INSTEX IRNA 29 Nov 2019 -- Belgium, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Norway, and the Netherlands in a joint statement supported Iran deal and expressed readiness to join the Instrument in Support of Trade Exchanges (INSTEX).
Finland, Belgium, Denmark, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden Join INSTEX Mechanism for Trade With Iran - Finnish Foreign Ministry Sputnik 29 Nov 2019 -- Iran considers the European Instrument in Support of Trade Exchanges (INSTEX), a tool set up to help trade with Tehran under the US sanctions, to be weak, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi stated earlier in November, adding that the system has not been fully implemented so far.
Araghchi: There is still hope to save JCPOA IRNA 29 Nov 2019 -- Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Abbas Araghchi said on Thursday that there is still hope to save Iran nuclear deal, known as JCPOA, but it depends on the Europeans' compliance with their commitments under the deal.
Iraq apologizes to Iran for arson attack on consulate in Najaf Press TV 28 Nov 2019 -- Iraq's foreign minister has apologized to Iran after rioters set fire to the Islamic Republic's consulate in the holy city of Najaf.
Tehran, Baghdad denounce attack on Iranian consulate in Najaf Press TV 28 Nov 2019 -- Tehran and Baghdad have both condemned an attack on Iran's consulate during riots in Iraq's holy city of Najaf, with the Iraqi government saying the raid was actually meant to damage "historical" ties between the two neighbors.
Iranian Foreign Minister Says Baghdad Apologized for Attack on Iranian Consulate Sputnik 28 Nov 2019 -- Iraqi Foreign Minister Mohamed Ali Alhakim on Thursday apologized for the recent attack on the Iranian consulate in Iraq's southern city of Najaf in phone talks with his Iranian counterpart, Javad Zarif, the Iranian Foreign Minister said in a statement.
Iran's Navy deterrent power harbors Persian Gulf stability: Senior commander IRNA 28 Nov 2019 -- Chief of staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major-General Mohammad Bagheri said on Thursday that the deterrent power of the Iranian Navy brings stability and security to the Persian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, and Sea of Oman.
Iran Navy to receive sophisticated drones as part of ongoing equipment upgrade: Cmdr. Press TV 28 Nov 2019 -- Iran Navy's commander says the force will soon be flying sophisticated unmanned aerial vehicles from its warships, saying the new gear will be even more versatile than the Navy's current lineup of drones in terms of range and other technologies.
Araghchi: There is still hope to save JCPOA IRNA 28 Nov 2019 -- Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Abbas Araghchi said on Thursday that there is still hope to save Iran nuclear deal, known as JCPOA, but it depends on the Europeans' compliance with their commitments under the deal.
JCPOA under 'intensive care,' Europe must endeavor to save it: Araqchi Press TV 28 Nov 2019 -- Iran's deputy foreign minister for political affairs says the 2015 nuclear deal with major powers is in conditions resembling an "intensive care" unit, adding that the European signatories to the deal must scramble to save the accord.
Iran's Foreign Ministry slams France's 'unconstructive' JCPOA claims Press TV 28 Nov 2019 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry has raised serious objection to the French foreign minister's comments pointing to Paris's inclination to bring Iran back under the United Nations sanctions.
Paris Has No Right to Launch JCPOA Dispute Resolution Tool Reimposing Sanctions - Tehran Sputnik 28 Nov 2019 -- France has no right to implement the mechanism of resolving disputes around the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), under which sanctions against Tehran can be reinstated, given the current situation around the nuclear deal, the Iranian Foreign Ministry's spokesman, Abbas Mousavi, said on Thursday.
State Media: Iran Arrests Eight 'CIA-Linked' People During Unrest RFE/RL 28 Nov 2019 -- Iranian state media say eight people "linked to the CIA" have been arrested during street violence that erupted in nationwide demonstrations against the Iranian government's decision to ration gasoline purchases and cut subsidies.
Tehran Hosts Taliban Leaders for Afghan Peace Talks VOA 27 Nov 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Javad Zarif has hosted leaders of Afghanistan's Taliban insurgency and discussed efforts aimed at finding a negotiated settlement to the Afghan war.
Iraqi Najaf's Governor Says Nearly 50 Policemen Injured in Violence Outside Iranian Consulate Sputnik 28 Nov 2019 -- Forty-seven police members were wounded in clashes with demonstrators outside the Iranian consulate building in Iraq's southern city of Najaf, Luay Yasiri, the governor of the Najaf province, told Al Arabiya on Thursday.
Iranian Consulate In Iraq Torched Amid Anti-Government Protests RFE/RL 27 Nov 2019 -- Iraqi protesters have set fire to Iran's consulate in the southern city of Najaf.
Iran, China, Russia to hold joint drills IRNA 27 Nov 2019 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran's Navy Commander announced the installation of perpendicular missile launchers on Navy destroyers, saying that Iran, China, and Russia's trilateral drills will be held in the near future in the northern Indian Ocean.
Navy cmdr says Iran, China, Russia to stage tripartite drills soon IRNA 27 Nov 2019 -- Navy Commander Rear-Admiral Hossein Khanzadi said on Wednesday that Iranian, Chinese and Russian Naval forces are to conduct a tripartite maneuver in the north Indian Ocean in the near future.
Senior IRGC commander: US sanctions, war threats against Iran doomed to failure Press TV 27 Nov 2019 -- A senior Iranian commander says both the sanctions and threats of a military confrontation with the country have proved worthless and are doomed to failure.
President Rouhani hails Iranians for holding nationwide rallies, foiling enemies' plots Press TV 27 Nov 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has hailed the nation for frustrating enemies' plots and throwing their weight behind the establishment in the wake of violent riots that recently hit several cities.
Iran's minister details scale of damage in recent riots Press TV 27 Nov 2019 -- Iranian Interior Minister Abdolreza Rahmani Fazli has detailed the scale of damage inflicted on public and private property during violent riots that recently hit several cities.
Watchdog Says Iran Covering Up Protest Clampdown RFE/RL 27 Nov 2019 -- Iran has been "deliberately covering up" the extent of the repressive measures taken against those who took part in days of unrest over fuel-price hikes, Human Rights Watch (HRW) says in a new report.
Iran Navy to equip destroyers with vertically-launched missiles Press TV 27 Nov 2019 -- Iran's Navy commander says the country's destroyers are all to be outfitted with missiles that use the vertical launching system (VLS), a technology that can be used to destroy cruise missiles.
Iran Fits All Warships With New Vertical Launching System as Mideast Freeze Shows No Sign of Thaw Sputnik 27 Nov 2019 -- Iran has been building up its defence capabilities in light of a massive pressure campaign by the United States, which has ramped up its military presence in the Middle East markedly during the past year.
Iran Intelligence forces arrest CIA agents IRNA 27 Nov 2019 -- Managing Director of counter-espionage department of Iranian Intelligence Forces said some of the elements affiliated with the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) who were trying to gather information from recent riots and transfer them abroad have been arrested.
Iran arrests eight people linked to CIA during recent riots Press TV 27 Nov 2019 -- Iranian security forces have arrested eight people linked to the US Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) during the recent riots over gasoline price hikes.
Iran Detains 8 People Linked to CIA in Connection With Protests in Country - Report Sputnik 27 Nov 2019 -- Protests broke out in several provinces earlier in November over the government's decision to suddenly increase the price of gasoline, with some of the rallies turning violent and leading to casualties among protesters and security forces.
Syria 'prioritizes' Iran, signs key reconstruction deal Press TV 26 Nov 2019 -- Iran and Syria have signed a new agreement to fast-track reconstruction of the Arab country which is devastated by eight years of a foreign-orchestrated war.
Iran believes in strong neighborhood policy: Zarif Press TV 27 Nov 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the Islamic Republic believes in strong neighborhood policy and aims to pursue the objective.
Oil sales to account for %7 of Iran's revenues next year Press TV 27 Nov 2019 -- Iran's oil sale, once a staple of the country's yearly budgets, would account for a tiny portion of government's projected revenues in the next Persian calendar year beginning in late March.
Defense Ministry relying on domestic, indigenous capacities IRNA 26 Nov 2019 -- The Minister of Defense Brigadier General Amir Hatami noted that the weapons and military equipment are the main requirements to ensure security and stated that Defense Ministry has met the needs of the armed forces by relying on domestic and indigenous capacities.
Nuclear weapons states should adhere to CTBT: Gharib Abadi ISNA 26 Nov 2019 -- Iranian ambassador to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Kazem Gharib Abadi said that complete fulfillment of Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT) depends on the commitment of countries with nuclear weapons to its content.
Iran urges IAEA to keep its impartiality IRNA 25 Nov 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Abbas Mousavi said on Monday that US officials are not in a position to comment on Iran nuclear deal but Iran will continue with its cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
Iran, IAEA agree to cooperate on 4 new nuclear projects ISNA 25 Nov 2019 -- Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) have agreed to launch four new projects in the field of nuclear energy.
No price hike for diesel planned until March 2020: Iranian minister Press TV 25 Nov 2019 -- An Iranian minister says there has been no plan in the government for increasing the price of diesel in the country after an abrupt decision to increase the price of gasoline sparked concerns about similar moves on other fuels.
IRGC to Iran's enemies: You will be destroyed if cross our redlines Press TV 25 Nov 2019 -- The chief commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has warned enemies of the Islamic Revolution that they will be destroyed if they cross the redlines that the Islamic establishment has set for defending its people.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards Threaten U.S., Allies Over Protests RFE/RL 25 Nov 2019 -- The head of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) threatened the United States and its allies as he addressed a massive pro-government rally denouncing last week's protests over fuel-price hikes.
US, Israel, Saudi Arabia Will Be Destroyed If They Cross Iran's Redlines - IRGC Chief Sputnik 25 Nov 2019 -- Last month, the Commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy warned of "bitter fate" for those who breach Iran's borders amid the ongoing political standoff with the US.
Iranian Army self-sufficient in drone technology IRNA 24 Nov 2019 -- Commander of Iranian Army Ground Forces Brigadier General Kiumars Heidari said on Sunday that Iranian Army ground forces have become self-sufficient in producing drone technology.
Iran's Army self-sufficient in drone technology field ISNA 24 Nov 2019 -- Commander of Iranian Army Ground Forces Brigadier General Kiumars Heidari announced on Sunday that the Army has become self-sufficient in drone technology field.
IRGC commander warns Iran neighbors against 'acts of mischief' Press TV 24 Nov 2019 -- Certain neighbors of Iran were involved in acts of mischief during recent riots that followed the government's decision to increase gasoline price, says a senior commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), warning those countries against their "mischievous" behavior toward the Islamic Republic.
U.S. Calls On Social-Media Networks To Block Iranian Leader Accounts RFE/RL 24 Nov 2019 -- The United States has called on social-media giants Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to suspend accounts linked to Iranian government leaders until Internet coverage is restored in that country.
Iran to equip Dena destroyer with VLS system IRNA 23 Nov 2019 -- Iranian Navy Commander Rear Admiral Hossein Khanzadi said that home-made Dena destroyer is being equipped with Vertical Launching System (VLS).
180 ringleaders of Iran's recent unrests arrested IRNA 23 Nov 2019 -- Iran's Police announced that it has arrested some 180 ring leaders of recent riots in certain Iranian cities in cooperation with the people and security forces.
Iran moves to deal with main instigators of recent riots Press TV 23 Nov 2019 -- Iran's Prosecutor General Mohammad Jafar Montazeri says preliminary examinations of detained individuals in recent riots will be finished in the next 48 hours.
Azari-Jahromi: US cannot stop Iran's development IRNA 23 Nov 2019 -- Iran's Minister of Communications and Information Technology Mohammad Javad Azari-Jahromi dismissed the so-called sanctions declared by the US Department of Treasury against him, saying that the US cannot halt Iran's economic development by such actions.
US government has no respect for democratic principles: Spox IRNA 23 Nov 2019 -- The spokesman for Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs Abbas Mousavi said on Saturday that it is an open secret to all that the current US government has no respect for the democratic principles, transparency or human rights.
Iran condemns US' sanctions on ICT Minister ISNA 23 Nov 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman, Seyyed Abbas Mousavi condemned US' move to impose sanctions on Iran's Minister of Communications and Information Technology, stressing that it reveals US' political and instrumental attitude toward the free Internet access.
Iran's ICT Minister responds to US sanctions ISNA 23 Nov 2019 -- Iran's Minister of Communications and Information Technology, Mohammad Javad Azari-Jahromi reacted to US' sanctions imposed on him.
Us imposes sanctions on Iran's ICT Minister ISNA 23 Nov 2019 -- Continuing hostile policy against Iran, the US Treasury imposed sanctions on Iran's Minister of Communications and Information Technology, Mohammad Javad Azari-Jahromi.
US-banned minister vows to block US bid to prohibit Iran development Press TV 23 Nov 2019 -- Iran's Minister of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Mohammad Javad Azari Jahromi has dismissed US sanctions on him, saying he will not let Washington prohibit Tehran's development.
Iran Official Warns 'No Easy Life' If Neighbors Fomented Unrest RFE/RL 23 Nov 2019 -- Iranian Vice President Eshaq Jahangiri has warned nearby countries that they "won't have an easy life" if they are found to have had a hand in the unrest that has rattled Iran over the past week and prompted a broad crackdown on protests and a nationwide shutdown of Internet access.
Iran Warns Regional Powers Won't Have 'Easy Life' if They Helped Create Unrest in Country - Report Sputnik 23 Nov 2019 -- The Islamic Republic has been facing mass rallies following an increase in gasoline prices, with at least 1,000 people being detained during the clashes. According to reports, several people have died, including three members of the Iranian security forces in Tehran.
Iranian armed forces joint air defense drill statrted IRNA 22 Nov 2019 -- Iranian armed forces joint air defense drill codenamed "Modafe'an-e Aseman-e Velayat 98"(Guardians of Velayat's Sky-98) started on Friday.
Iran Air Force maneuver completely successful: Commander Press TV 22 Nov 2019 -- A senior Iranian commander says the massive maneuver underway in central Iran has fulfilled its objectives and managed to eliminate all pre-determined targets.
US must responsibly beware lives of its troops, IRGC warns Press TV 22 Nov 2019 -- The United States must act responsibly to protect the lives of its soldiers in the region, says a top IRGC commander, warning that Iran is ready to respond to any threat by using defensive and offensive measures.
Independent rights experts sound alarm at Iran protest crackdown, internet blackout UN News 22 Nov 2019 -- Reports of killed and maimed demonstrators, and a continuing nationwide internet shutdown in Iran's now week-long protests are of "grave concern", and the Government and authorities must ensure rights of expression and opinion are protected, a UN group of independent experts said on Friday.
Iran Keeps Internet Mostly Off for 7th Day as US Levies Sanctions VOA 22 Nov 2019 -- Iran has extended a major shutdown of internet access into a seventh day to suppress domestic opposition to the government, prompting the United States to sanction the Iranian official overseeing the outage.
US Treasury Dept. Sanctions Iranian Information Minister Over Internet Restrictions Sputnik 22 Nov 2019 -- The Iranian government reported earlier in the week that Iran would restore a stable Internet connection as soon as the situation in the country becomes stable.
The United States Holds Iranian Officials Accountable for Crackdown on Protestors US Dept. of State 22 Nov 2019
Treasury Designates Iran's Minister of Information and Communications Technology in View of the Regime's Repressive Internet Censorship US Treasury 22 Nov 2019 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) took action today against Mohammad Javad Azari Jahromi, Iran's Minister of Information and Communications Technology, pursuant to Executive Order (E.O.) 13846, for his role in the Iranian regime's widescale internet censorship.
US imposes sanctions on Iran's IT minister IRNA 22 Nov 2019 -- US Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) in a statement on Friday imposed sanctions on Iran's Minister of Communications and Information Technology Mohammad Javad Azari-Jahromi which is another step in line with economic terrorism against Iranian people.
US imposes sanctions on Iran's information minister amid nationwide internet shutdown Press TV 22 Nov 2019 -- The United States has imposed sanctions on Iran's Minister of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Mohammad Javad Azari Jahromi over the nationwide shutting down of the internet during the recent protests against fuel price hikes in the country.
US threatens more sanctions to provoke unrest in Iran Press TV 22 Nov 2019 -- US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has threatened to impose even more sanctions on Iran over the country's handling of the recent riots, even though the unrest is believed to be the result of Washington's unilateral sanctions.
Iran Says 100 Protest 'Leaders' Arrested As Unrest, Internet Block Continue RFE/RL 22 Nov 2019 -- Iran's judiciary has acknowledged the arrest of around 100 alleged leaders of ongoing public unrest over gasoline rationing and price hikes that have been met with a fierce official response and bellicose warnings against further crossing the regime.
Scaling down Iran's JCPOA-related commitments and Europe's irresponsible reactions IRNA 22 Nov 2019 -- Iran has left behind another constraint on the JCPOA by increasing its heavy water reserves. Scaling down obligations in the JCPOA by Iran has faced negative reactions from the European countries, while Europe has so far failed to even meet one of its JCPOA-related obligations.
Iran still faithful to all its JCPOA obligations, envoy tells IAEA Press TV 22 Nov 2019 -- Iran has told the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) that it is still faithful to the terms of its 2015 nuclear deal with world powers, and has not breached any of its commitments under the multilateral accord.
Death toll of Israeli airstrikes on Syrian military sites rises to 23 People's Daily 21 Nov 2019 -- The death toll of the Israeli airstrikes on Syrian military sites on Wednesday has risen to 23, includin
Israeli Satellite Operator Releases Imagery of 'Aftermath' of Airstrikes on Syria Sputnik 21 Nov 2019 -- Israeli satellite operator ImageSat International (ISI) has published pictures of what it believes is the aftermath of recent Israeli airstrikes on southwestern Syria.
Iran's Internet Mostly Down into 6th Day, With Slight Easing of Access in South VOA 21 Nov 2019 -- A major internet outage in Iran aimed at suppressing anti-government protests has extended into a sixth day, with access levels rising slightly as authorities said they reconnected several regions to the web.
Russia 'puzzled' by 'hypocritical' US support for Iran unrest Press TV 21 Nov 2019 -- Russia has lambasted "hypocritical" support by Secretary of State Mike Pompeo for Iranian protesters during recent riots triggered mostly by economic problems created by US sanctions on Tehran.
Trump Says Iran Disconnected Internet To Hide 'Death And Tragedy' RFE/RL 21 Nov 2019 -- U.S. President Donald Trump has accused Tehran of disconnecting Iranians from Internet access to cover up dozens of killings over the past week amid protests that erupted over fuel-price hikes.
Iran says Europe should pay price to keep JCPOA intact IRNA 21 Nov 2019 -- Europe should pay a price to maintain "the world's most important diplomatic achievement", said Iran's ambassador to the IAEA.
Spokesman: EU should show commitment instead of supporting rioters in Iran IRNA 21 Nov 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Abbas Mousavi strongly criticized certain European countries for supporting rioters in Iran, and said that instead of sympathizing with violence-seekers the EU states should try to remain committed to their Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) commitments.
Spox: Iran considers protecting important, crucial centers as its right IRNA 21 Nov 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Abbas Mousavi said that the inspectors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) should respect Iran's laws and regulations because the Islamic Republic considers protecting the sensitive centers as its right.
Iran: Protecting vital nuclear facilities our right, IAEA must respect our regulations Press TV 21 Nov 2019 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry says the country considers protecting vital nuclear sites and facilities its inalienable right and expects the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to respect regulations it has set for safeguarding such sites.
IAEA To Press Iran Over Suspected Undeclared Nuclear Site RFE/RL 21 Nov 2019 -- The UN's nuclear watchdog has asked Iran for details on why traces of uranium were found at an undeclared site after Iranian officials failed to provided information about the discovery.
Iranian Environmentalists Handed Prison Terms In 'Sham' Trial Amid Deadly Protests RFE/RL 21 Nov 2019 -- An Iranian court has sentenced six members of a local environmental group to between six and 10 years in prison in an internationally criticized espionage case, their families and activists say, amid a deadly crackdown on recent demonstrations sparked by sharp fuel-price hikes.
Iranian Navy Moves Headquarters From Tehran to Southern Province - Commander Sputnik 21 Nov 2019 -- The announcement comes two days after the US navy said in a press release that the USS Lincoln Carrier completed its scheduled transit through the Strait of Hormuz.
Russia slams Israel's Syria strikes as 'very wrong' Press TV 20 Nov 2019 -- Russia has denounced Israel's latest aerial assaults on Syria as a "wrong" move that will exacerbate tensions.
Syria repels Israeli raid, intercepts 'hostile missiles' over Damascus: SANA Press TV 20 Nov 2019 -- The Syrian military says the country's air defenses have repelled several "hostile missiles" fired by Israeli jets over the capital Damascus.
Foreign Fighters Reported Killed In Israeli Strikes On 'Iranian Targets' In Syria RFE/RL 20 Nov 2019 -- The Israeli military says it has struck Iranian targets in Syria in what it said was retaliation for rockets fired on the Israeli-controlled Golan Heights region.
Israel Launches Airstrikes on Iranian Targets in Syria VOA 20 Nov 2019 -- The Israeli military says its warplanes struck dozens of Iranian and Syrian military targets outside of Damascus Wednesday in retaliation for a rocket attack on the Israeli-controlled Golan Heights the day before.
Iran's Internet Shutdown Extends to 5th Day, Further Harming Economy VOA 20 Nov 2019 -- Iran's shutdown of domestic Internet access as part of a crackdown on anti-government protests has stretched beyond four days, an unprecedented outage that has caused growing harm to the economy.
Kingdom welcomes US decision to halt sanctions waivers for Iran's Fordow plant SPA 21 Nov 2019 -- An official source at the Foreign Ministry expressed the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's welcome of and satisfaction with the U.S. decision to halt sanctions waivers for Iran's Fordow plant effective December 15, 2019.
Commander: Iran Navy dispatches 64th flotilla of warships to Gulf of Aden IRNA 20 Nov 2019 -- Iran's Navy Commander Rear-Admiral Hossein Khanzadi said on Wednesday that the Navy has dispatched 64th fleet of warships to the Gulf of Aden to safeguard the country's interests at the high seas.
64 flotillas sent to int. waters: Khanzadi ISNA 20 Nov 2019 -- Iran Navy is the protector of territorial integrity and defends the country's maritime interests, Commander of Iran's Navy, Rear Admiral Hossein Khanzadi said, adding that 64 flotillas have been sent to international waters defending Iran's interests.
Iran sends 64 naval fleets to Gulf of Aden as part of overseas missions: Navy cmdr. Press TV 20 Nov 2019 -- Iranian Navy Commander Rear Admiral Hossein Khanzadi says the country has so far dispatched 64 naval fleets to the Gulf of Aden, as part of overseas missions aimed at securing the country's interests in high seas.
Pentagon: Iran's missile force 'largest in Middle East' Press TV 20 Nov 2019 -- A research study conducted by the US Department of Defense has hailed Iran's achievements in its ballistic missiles program despite decades of Washington-imposed sanctions, saying its arsenal is larger than that of any other Middle Eastern countries.
US Intel Says Iran Will Buy Cutting-Edge Jets, Tanks When 2020 UNSC Arms Embargo Expires Sputnik 20 Nov 2019 -- The Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA) on Tuesday released a report titled 'Iran Military Power' outlining a current assessment of Tehran's military capability. According to the document, Iran remains "technologically inferior" to most competitors but the nation's armed forces have "progressed substantially over the past few decades".
Iran Interested in Russian S-400s, Bastion Coastal Defence Systems, T-90 Tanks, Pentagon Says Sputnik 20 Nov 2019 -- Russia expressed its readiness to discuss the sale of S-400 air defence systems to Iran earlier this year as soon as such a request was received from the Iranian side.
Iran to end internet blackout within next days: Security official Press TV 20 Nov 2019 -- A senior Iranian security official says an internet blackout that began in the country following riots that erupted over fuel price hikes will end within the next few days.
Rouhani on riots: Iranian people passed another historic test Press TV 20 Nov 2019 -- President Hassan Rouhani hails the people's firm response to the recent wave of foreign-backed riots that hit several Iranian cities, voicing gratitude towards the nation for withstanding the enemies' subversive plots despite their economic grievances.
Iran Claims Victory Over 'Enemy Conspiracy' As Death Toll From Protests Rises RFE/RL 20 Nov 2019 -- Iran's leaders have claimed defeat over an "enemy conspiracy" in the face of growing international condemnation of its deadly crackdown on demonstrations sparked by sharp fuel-price hikes.
Iran Successfully Tackles Security Issues, Will 'Repel Enemy in Economic War' - Khamenei Sputnik 20 Nov 2019 -- Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei announced after a wave of protests that his country had managed to resolve all issues of security and would withstand the economic pressure that it was being subject to.
Iran repels enemy in recent security issues: Leader ISNA 20 Nov 2019 -- A group of economic activists, entrepreneurs and producers met with the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei at the Hussainiyeh of Imam Khomeini.
Russian envoy: JCPOA commission meeting to be held in early December IRNA 20 Nov 2019 -- Russia's Permanent Representative to the International Organizations in Vienna and the International Atomic Energy Agency Mikhail Ulyanov said that the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) joint commission meeting is likely to be held early December.
Russia, France criticize US for ending Fordow sanctions waiver Press TV 20 Nov 2019 -- Russia and France have expressed dismay at a recent US decision to cancel a sanctions waiver related to Iran's Fordow enrichment facility ending a key part of a 2015 multilateral nuclear agreement, which Washington abandoned last year.
Paris Regrets US Move to Terminate Sanctions Waiver on Iran's Fordow Nuclear Facility Sputnik 20 Nov 2019 -- France expresses concern over Tehran's non-compliance with nuclear obligations and regrets over US decision to reverse a sanctions waiver on Iran's Fordow nuclear facility, a spokesperson for the French Foreign Ministry said Tuesday.
Iran reaffirms nuclear commitments reduction as response to US sanctions Press TV 20 Nov 2019 -- Iran has once again reiterated that its measures to scale back its commitments under a 2015 nuclear deal with major powers were in response to the US reimposition of sanctions that prevented Tehran from reaping the benefits of the agreement.
CNPC unit seeks major stake in newly-found Namavaran oilfield: Report Press TV 20 Nov 2019 -- Iran is set to announce that an operating unit of the China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) will be the major stakeholder in the development of its supergiant new oilfield find Namavaran, OilPrice.com has cited a senior source close to Iran's Petroleum Ministry as saying.
Iran Military Power DOD Released 19 Nov 2019
Iran Military Power Report Statement DoD 19 Nov 2019 -- Today, the Defense Intelligence Agency presents Iran Military Power, a report that examines the core capabilities of Iran's military. This publication is part of DIA's series of unclassified military reports that provide details on foreign military intent, strategy and capabilities. This report examines Iran's military strategy and goals, the organization's structure and capability of the military that supports those goals, as well as the enabling infrastructure and industrial base.
Senior Defense Intelligence Official Holds a Background Briefing on Iran Military Power Report DoD 19 Nov 2019 -- Senior Defense Intelligence Official
DOD Official: Iran's Military Strength Relies Partly on Nonstate Actors DoD News 19 Nov 2019 -- Iran relies in part on terrorist organizations, proxy groups and militant partners to protect its interests and to further its agenda of expanding influence in the Middle East, a defense official said.
U.S. Says Iran Has Region's 'Largest Missile Force' RFE/RL 19 Nov 2019 -- Iran's "extensive" missile development program has allowed the country to build the "largest missile force in the Middle East," according to a new report by the U.S. Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA).
Almost a fifth of Iran's gasoline output smuggled abroad: Report Press TV 19 Nov 2019 -- A new report citing data from the Iranian government shows that almost a fifth of the daily production of gasoline in the country falls into the hands of smugglers who ship the fuel to the neighboring countries.
Rouhani denounces US sanctions against Iran as big mistake, illegal act Press TV 19 Nov 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has slammed the US's move to impose sanctions on the Islamic Republic as a "big political and economic mistake," which flies in the face of international regulations and UN resolutions.
US to end sanctions waiver for Iran's Fordow nuclear plant: Pompeo Press TV 19 Nov 2019 -- The US Secretary of State says Washington will end the sanctions wavier related to Iran's Fordow nuclear facility in the middle of next month.
Iran exercises full security control in western borders IRNA 19 Nov 2019 -- Iranian armed forces have exercised full security control in the western borders, commander of Army's operation zone in west of the country said on Tuesday.
Zolfaqar Velayat military drills kick off in NW Iran IRNA 19 Nov 2019 -- The Iranian Army started 'Zolfaqar Velayat' military drills in northwestern Iran on Tuesday.
Iran's Army launches "Zolfaghar-e-Velayat" military drills ISNA 19 Nov 2019 -- Iran's Army has started large-scale military drills codenamed "Zolfaghar-e-Velayat" on Tuesday in the northwestern parts of the country.
Iranian Army gives crushing response to enemies' aggression IRNA 19 Nov 2019 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran's Army in a statement issued on Tuesday voiced its full readiness and vigilance to defend the country's territorial integrity.
Iran protests: Live ammunition reportedly used, says UN human rights office UN News 19 Nov 2019 -- Reports indicating that dozens of people have been killed in continuing protests across Iran – some by live ammunition - are of deep concern, the Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR), said on Tuesday.
Rights Group: 106 Killed in Iran's Crackdown on Anti-Government Protests VOA 19 Nov 2019 -- Amnesty International says Iranian security forces have killed at least 106 people in nationwide anti-government protests since Friday, four times the death toll of Iran's last mass protests two years ago.
Citing 'Credible Reports,' Amnesty International Says At Least 106 Killed In Iran Protests RFE/RL 19 Nov 2019 -- At least 106 protesters are believed to have been killed in 21 cities in Iran during protests over fuel price hikes, Amnesty International said on November 19, citing "credible reports."
Envoy For Iran Says U.S. Working To Help Iranians Bypass Internet Shutdown RFE/RL 19 Nov 2019 -- Brian Hook, Washington's special envoy for Iran, says the United States is working to help Iranians bypass a near-total Internet shutdown imposed by the clerical establishment amid violent protests over a sharp hike in gasoline prices.
FM terms US support for rioters in Iran 'shameful' IRNA 19 Nov 2019 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif slammed the US' intervention in Iranian internal affairs, saying that such government with coercive economic actions can't claim that it's supporting Iranian nation.
Araghchi: Reducing JCPOA commitments will go on IRNA 19 Nov 2019 -- Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said in a meeting with Dutch Foreign Minister Stef Blok that Iranian Government will go on reducing commitments to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action until its interests are met.
Europe should be ready to pay price if it wants JCPOA: Araqchi ISNA 19 Nov 2019 -- Iranian deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs, Seyyed Abbas Araqchi said, "If Europe wants to preserve Iran nuclear deal, it should be ready to pay its price".
Iranian President Rouhani Slams US' Sanctions on Iran as Violation of International Norms Sputnik 19 Nov 2019 -- Washington's sanctions against Iran are a mistake and a violation of international norms, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said on Tuesday after the United States announced its plans to terminate the sanction waiver for the Fordow nuclear facility.
IAEA confirms Iran surpassing heavy water stockpile capacity IRNA 19 Nov 2019 -- The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) confirmed on Monday that Iran has surpassed 130 tons of heavy water stockpile.
Iran welcomes Mideast free from nuclear weapons IRNA 19 Nov 2019 -- Iran says it welcomes a Middle East free from nuclear wepons, urging the world to hold the US and Israel accountable for their nuclear obligations.
What Does the Recent Fighting in Gaza Mean for Iran? VOA 18 Nov 2019 -- Two days of intense fighting between Israel and the Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ) militant group last week once again highlights Iran's expansionist ambitions in the Middle East, experts say.
Iran accumulates slightly more than 130 tonnes of heavy water: IAEA Press TV 18 Nov 2019 -- The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) says Iran has accumulated slightly more than 130 tonnes of heavy water, in another move taken by Tehran to scale back its commitments under a nuclear deal it clinched with major world powers in 2015.
Rioting, insecurity will be dealt with decisively: Iran's IRGC Press TV 18 Nov 2019 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has issued a statement on the recent riots in some cities, which followed peaceful protests over government's decision to raise fuel prices, warning that it will firmly deal with any measure aimed at sowing insecurity in the country.
Iran paying first round of cash handouts after fuel price hikes Press TV 18 Nov 2019 -- The Iranian government is to pay a first batch of inclusive cash handouts after a hike in the price of gasoline sparked discontent across the country.
Iran Shuts Down Internet Amid Violent Protests Over Gas-Price Hikes RFE/RL 18 Nov 2019 -- "It's like being in the dark," says an angry Iranian businessman in the capital, Tehran. "Now we know what the North Koreans have to deal with."
U.S. Cancels Civil-Nuclear-Cooperation Waiver For Iran RFE/RL 18 Nov 2019 -- U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is canceling one of four sanctions waivers that allowed foreign firms to cooperate with Iran's civilian nuclear program without penalties.
Pompeo: US Will Terminate Iran Sanctions Waiver for Enrichment Plant Fordow Sputnik 18 Nov 2019 -- US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo told reporters Monday that Washington will be rescinding its Iran sanctions waiver for Iranian fuel enrichment plant Fordow, explaining that there is no "legitimate" reason for the country to be enriching uranium.
At Least Six Dead In Iranian Protests, Tensions Still High RFE/RL 18 Nov 2019 -- Tensions remain high in Iran three days after a sharp hike in fuel prices sparked deadly protests in dozens of towns and cities across the country.
Russia Ready to Deliver Arms to Iran After Int'l Sanctions Lifted - Defence Cooperation Body Sputnik 18 Nov 2019 -- Russia is ready to deliver weapons to Iran but only after the international sanctions are lifted, the head of the Federal Service of Military-Technical Cooperation, Dmitry Shugayev, said on Monday.
Iran Blocks Internet for 3rd Day as Death Toll From Protests Rises to Eight VOA 18 Nov 2019 -- Authorities in Iran have blocked internet service for a third day as part of a crackdown on nationwide anti-government protests in which at least eight people have been killed since the unrest began Friday.
Iran Shuts Down Internet as Protests Continue VOA 17 Nov 2019 -- Iran's supreme leader backed Sunday a government decision to increase fuel prices which sparked deadly protests over the weekend.
Leader says petrol price rise aimed to reduce consumption IRNA 17 Nov 2019 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei said on Sunday that the government's petrol price hike plan aimed to reduce consumption, putting weight on the decision to that effect made by the heads of three branches of Government.
Intelligence Ministry says will counter lawbreakers IRNA 17 Nov 2019 -- Intelligence Ministry said on Sunday that it will strongly deal with disruption of law and order by lawbreakers and that the Ministry will spare no efforts to fulfill its legal obligation to safeguard national security.
US supports anarchists, not Iranian people: Spokesman Press TV 17 Nov 2019 -- Iran has denounced US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's support for rioters who rode the tide of fuel price hike-related protests in the country during the past few days, saying that the US is not sympathetic toward the Iranian people, but supports spread of chaos.
Iranians entitled to protest, insecurity not tolerated: President Rouhani Press TV 17 Nov 2019 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says his administration recognizes people's right to hold protests against a recent government decision to ration gasoline, emphasizing, however, that nobody will be allowed to spread insecurity in the society.
Iran's parliament steps in to mitigate gas price hike Press TV 17 Nov 2019 -- On Friday, the Iranian government began rationing gasoline and raised pump prices by at least 50 percent in an attempt to contain and manage increasing fuel consumption in the country which is facing a significant drop in income from exports due to US economic sanctions.
Statement from the Press Secretary Regarding Protests in Iran The White House 17 Nov 2019
Iranian Authorities Warn Of Crackdown As Gas-Price Protests Continue RFE/RL 17 Nov 2019 -- The authorities in Iran have warned of a harsh response to the massive protests that have reached a reported 100 towns and cities across the country.
Forty Detained in Central Iran During Protests Against Petrol Price Spike - Reports Sputnik 17 Nov 2019 -- Iran's Supreme leader Ali Khamenei has voiced support for the government's decision to raise petrol prices, accusing 'foreign-backed thugs' of violence at the protests across the country.
Iranian Supreme Leader Warns of 'Foreign-Backed Thugs' Inciting Unrest Amid Fuel Price Spike Sputnik 17 Nov 2019 -- Tehran introduced quotas for petrol sales on Friday and subsequently increased fuel prices. The decision sparked protests across Iran in Mashhad, Shiraz, Ahvaz and several other cities.
Iran's Minister Says Only Way to Counter US Sanctions Is to Boost Defence Power Sputnik 17 Nov 2019 -- Iran's defence minister Brigadier-General Amir Hatami said on Saturday that the sanctions of the US "will not fade away and the only way to counter them is improving the power in every vital field", especially in the military field.
Iraq Closes Southern Border With Iran at Tehran's Request - Reports Sputnik 16 Nov 2019 -- The news comes amid protests over rising fuel prices in Iranian cities and months-long demonstrations in Iraq.
Enhanced defense power sole way to counter US sanctions: Iran defense minister Press TV 16 Nov 2019 -- Iran's Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami has stressed the importance of making more efforts to bolster the country's development in various fields, saying boosting defense capabilities is the only viable option to counter the US sanctions.
Iran parliament may revise gasoline price hike: MP Press TV 16 Nov 2019 -- Members of the Iranian parliament, known as Majlis, have protested a government decision to increase the price of gasoline at short notice, saying they will submit a motion to revise the controversial move.
Iran FM chides India for giving in to US 'bullying': Report Press TV 16 Nov 2019 -- Iran's foreign minister says India has actually put itself "on the receiving end" of US "bullying" caving in to illegal sanctions and ending oil imports from country.
Iran producing laser air defense system, to increase range and precision of cruise missiles: General Press TV 16 Nov 2019 -- Iran's deputy defense minister says Iran is producing a laser air defense system and plans to increase the range and precision of its cruise missiles.
Iran Disappointed with India's Lack of 'Resilience' in the Face of US Pressure Sputnik 16 Nov 2019 -- Iran has expressed disappointment with India for adhering to US sanctions, saying it expected its long standing ally to be more resilient in the face of Washington's bullying. Iran has also voiced concerns on the slow development of the Chabahar port that India is constructing.
Iran Government Fuel Price Hike Sparks 2nd Day of Violent Protests VOA 16 Nov 2019 -- Iranian protesters are on the streets in dozens of towns and cities across the country as anger spreads following a government decision to double the price of fuel. The protests appear to have gained momentum after the top Shi'ite cleric in neighboring Iraq, Ayatollah Ali Sistani, sided with protesters in a Friday prayer sermon delivered by one of his followers.
Iran begins gasoline rationing, raises prices Press TV 15 Nov 2019 -- Iran has begun rationing on the purchase of gasoline and substantially increased the price of fuel in a move to assist the needy.
Outrage In Iran Over Hike In Gas Prices As Economic Woes Worsen RFE/RL 15 Nov 2019 -- Iranians are blasting their government for rationing gas and greatly increasing its price, with many concerned that the move will lead to inflation and greater hardship in a country where so many people are struggling to make ends meet.
Iran Imposes Gasoline Rationing, Raises Prices As U.S. Sanctions Continue To Bite RFE/RL 15 Nov 2019 -- Iranian authorities have imposed rationing on gasoline purchases and have increased the price of fuel substantially as the economy continues to be hit by U.S. financial sanctions.
Tehran rejects Canada-drafted human rights resolution against Iran Press TV 15 Nov 2019 -- Tehran has rejected a United Nations human rights resolution against Iran as a "politically motivated" instance of hypocrisy and "abuse" of UN mechanisms by Western governments targeting independent states.
Iran's enrichment capacity reaches 8,660 SWUs: AEOI official Press TV 15 Nov 2019 -- A high-ranking official at the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says the country has made significant achievements in indigenizing its nuclear industry and its uranium enrichment capacity currently stands at 8,660 separative work units (SWUs).
Iran's Uranium Enrichment Capacity Hits 8,660 SWUs, to Reach Pre-JCPOA Mark in Days - AEOI Sputnik 15 Nov 2019 -- Special assistant to the head of the Atomic Energy Organisation of Iran (AEOI) Ali Asghar Zarean has announced that Iran's uranium enrichment capacity hit 8,660 Separative Work Units (SWUs), adding that it will reach 11,000 in the next few days, surpassing the country's capacity before JCPOA deal.
IRGC Chief Salami Says Iranian Missiles Leave No Safe Spot for Enemy's Aircraft Carriers Sputnik 15 Nov 2019 -- Chief Commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Hossein Salami has warned enemies against approaching Iran's borders, claiming there is no safe zone for hostile aircraft carriers within or outside of Iran's territorial waters.
Iranian Businessman Sentenced to 46 Months in Prison for Violating U.S. Sanctions by Exporting Carbon Fiber from the United States to Iran US Dept. of Justice 14 Nov 2019 -- The Department of Justice announced that Behzad Pourghannad was sentenced yesterday to 46 months in prison for participating in a conspiracy to export carbon fiber from the United States to Iran between 2008 and 2013. Pourghannad pleaded guilty on Aug. 29, 2019,before United States Magistrate Judge Paul E. Davison. United States District Judge Vincent L. Briccetti imposed yesterday's sentence.
Iran Army cmdr: Fake coalitions never bring security to Hormuz Strait IRNA 14 Nov 2019 -- Iran's Army Commander Major General Abdulrahim Mousavi said on Thursday that aliens are not reliable and under no circumstances can bring security to Hormuz Strait.
False coalitions cannot keep Hormuz Strait secure: Army chief commander Press TV 14 Nov 2019 -- The chief commander of Iran's Army says regional countries cannot rely on outsiders to provide security of the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz, stressing that false coalitions established by foreign countries will fail to keep the strategic region and the key waterway secure.
Iran defensive power non-negotiable, unstoppable: IRGC Press TV 14 Nov 2019 -- The chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the country's defensive might can neither be negotiated nor its progress can be stopped.
UN urges US to abide by ICJ order to lift sanctions on Iran IRNA 13 Nov 2019 -- The United Nations urged on Wednesday the US to abide by an order issued by the International Court of Justice calling for lift economic sanctions on Iran.
Iran stresses dialogue as only way to resolve regional crises ISNA 13 Nov 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman says the country has always stressed the importance of dialogue and political negotiations as the only solution to regional problems and issues.
US 'wrong behavior' root cause of crisis over Iran nuclear deal: China Press TV 13 Nov 2019 -- China has denounced the US withdrawal from Iran's nuclear deal and its maximum pressure policy against Tehran as a "wrong behavior" that constitutes the root cause of tensions with the country.
Moscow Warns Against 'Political Hysteria' Over Uranium Particles Found at Undeclared Site in Iran Sputnik 13 Nov 2019 -- The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said in its latest "confidential" report, which was leaked to media, that it had detected "natural uranium particles of anthropogenic origin at a location in Iran not declared to the agency".
Message to the Congress on the Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Iran The White House 12 Nov 2019
Text of a Notice on the Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Iran The White House 12 Nov 2019
Iran's missile power only for defense purposes IRNA 12 Nov 2019 -- Chief of staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major-General Mohammad Bagheri said on Tuesday that Iran is the first missile power in the region.
Iran's Top Commander Reveals How Country Was Able to Become Region's 'Number One Missile Power' Sputnik 12 Nov 2019 -- In recent years, amid a decades-long arms embargo by Western countries, Iran has created a broad range of domestically-designed ballistic and cruise missile systems, with officials repeatedly warning that these weapons would be extensively deployed in the event of any aggression by Tehran's adversaries.
Iran's fourth phase of reducing JCPOA commitments focuses on Fordow site IRNA 12 Nov 2019 -- Iran's fourth phase of reduction of its commitments has taken the country towards Fordow nuclear site where uranium enrichment has begun.
Zarif rebukes JCPOA partners for inaction, saying Iran invokes para 36 remedies IRNA 12 Nov 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif on Tuesday bitterly rebuked his European counterparts for procrastination and failure to abide by their commitments to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, saying that Iran is invoking para 36 remedies in the context of the JCPOA.
Iran expects IAEA not to aggrandize routine Safeguards examination IRNA 12 Nov 2019 -- Iranian ambassador to the International Atomic Agency (IAEA) called on the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) not to exaggerate routine Safeguards examination.
Zarif stresses on Iran's condition to return to JCPOA commitments ISNA 12 Nov 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif reiterated that Iran is ready to fully implement its nuclear commitments within the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), if it benefits from the deal's economic interests.
Iran has not abandoned option of negotiation: President Rouhani ISNA 12 Nov 2019 -- Iran's President said that the inflation trend has been downward and economic growth upward since April, adding, "The path that the government and the state are on is right; at the same time, you are right about having hardships, but these conditions are made by the enemies and we did not start this".
Iran has not abandoned option of negotiation: President aIAEA should avoid exaggerating Safeguards topics: IranRouhani ISNA 12 Nov 2019 -- Iranian ambassador to the International Atomic Agency (IAEA), Kazem Gharib Abadi stressed that IAEA's recent report shows that the agency continues to have full access in Iran.
Zarif criticizes EU/E3 for failing to upheld JCPOA commitments ISNA 12 Nov 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister, Mohammad Javad Zarif on Tuesday criticized his European counterparts for failing to fulfill their obligations under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Iran fully prepared; US never dares to attack: Deputy FM Press TV 12 Nov 2019 -- A senior Iranian diplomat says the United States does not dare to attack Iran as it knows well that the Islamic Republic stands fully prepared to defend itself against any aggression.
Iran FM challenges European claim of upholding nuclear deal commitments Press TV 12 Nov 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has challenged a claim by the European signatories to the 2015 nuclear deal that they are upholding their end of the bargain, saying the trio have, in fact, fulfilled none of their contractual commitments.
Uranium Particles Discovered by IAEA in Iran Not Related to JCPOA - Russian Senior Official Sputnik 12 Nov 2019 -- According to Russian Permanent Representative to International Organizations in Vienna Mikhail Ulyanov, the undeclared uranium particles found by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in Iran has nothing to do with the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA
Iran's Zarif Asks EU to 'Just Show One' Nuclear Deal Commitment They've Upheld in the Last Year Sputnik 12 Nov 2019 -- Earlier, officials from the European Union, France, the UK and Germany issued a joint statement accusing Iran of "breaching" the 2015 nuclear deal and suggesting that they had upheld their commitments to the agreement.
Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action on Iran: France, Germany, UK and EU joint statement after 11 November IAEA report UK FCO 11 Nov 2019 -- French, German and UK Foreign Ministers and the EU High Representative statement after announcements that Iran is restarting uranium enrichment activities.
Rouhani: Arms embargo against Iran to be lifted in 2020 IRNA 11 Nov 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani announced on Monday that continuation of implementation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action will lead to the lifting of the weapons embargo against Iran in 2020.
Damavand frigate to rejoin Iran Navy fleet: defense minister ISNA 11 Nov 2019 -- "Damavand" frigate will return to Iran Navy fleet in the Caspian Sea, Iran's Minister of Defense Brigadier General Amir Hatami announced.
Iran not to bear burden of JCPOA all alone, says envoy to UN IRNA 11 Nov 2019 -- Iran warned on Monday that it won't bear all the burden of the nuclear pact, saying the US withdrawal from the JCPOA has been an irresponsible act.
EU to examine Iran's new steps regarding JCPOA IRNA 11 Nov 2019 -- High Representative of the European Union for Foreign and Security Policy Federica Mogherini said on Monday that EU foreign ministers will examine recent developments in Iran nuclear activities.
Today, Iran's nuclear power higher than any other time: President Rouhani ISNA 11 Nov 2019 -- Iran's President stated that the Islamic Republic of Iran has chosen a path in between to preserve the JCPOA but at the same time will reduce what the country has pledged in the agreement step by step.
Mogherini: EU reaffirms full commitment to Iran nuclear deal Press TV 11 Nov 2019 -- European Union foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini says despite all difficulties, the bloc's foreign ministers have once again reaffirmed their support for the full implementation of a nuclear deal Iran clinched with major world powers in 2015.
Iranian diplomat says INSTEX implementation incomplete, ineffective Press TV 11 Nov 2019 -- A senior Iranian diplomat has criticized Europe for failing to implement a non-dollar direct payment channel aimed at facilitating trade with Iran in the face of US sanctions, saying Tehran considers the mechanism "weak."
Iran's daily low-enriched uranium capacity increases to 5.5kg: AEOI chief Press TV 11 Nov 2019 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says the country has increased its daily production of low-enriched uranium (LEU) after it resumed enrichment at the Fordow facility.
Rouhani: Iran to stay in JCPOA, reap benefits when UN arms embargo ends next year Press TV 11 Nov 2019 -- President Hassan Rouhani says Iran intends to stay in the 2015 nuclear deal despite US violations, arguing that the accord will be put to good use next year when a long-running arms embargo against Tehran comes to an end.
IAEA Finds Uranium Particles At Undeclared Site In Iran RFE/RL 11 Nov 2019 -- The United Nations' nuclear watchdog says its monitors have detected "natural uranium particles of anthropogenic origin" at an undeclared site in Iran.
Acting IAEA Chief Informed Board of Governors of Uranium Enrichment Resumption at Fordow Sputnik 11 Nov 2019 -- The acting director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Cornel Feruta, said on Monday that he informed the IAEA Board of Governors about the Tehran's resumption of uranium enrichment at the Fordow facility.
Iran Says INSTEX Mechanism Implemented Incompletely, Not Working Effectively Sputnik 11 Nov 2019 -- Iran considers the European Instrument in Support of Trade Exchanges (INSTEX), a tool set up to facilitate trade with Tehran under Washington's sanctions, weak, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said, adding that the system has not been fully implemented so far.
UN: Uranium Found at Undeclared Site in Iran VOA 11 Nov 2019 -- Uranium particles have been detected at an undeclared nuclear site in Iran, the United Nations nuclear watchdog said Monday.
Iran's oil reserves rise up by 22 billion barrels: Zangeneh IRNA 11 Nov 2019 -- Petroleum Minister Bijan Zangeneh said on Monday that Iranian oil reserves rose up by 22 billion barrels of crude oil after the discovery of the new oil field in the south of the country.
Zangeneh: New oil field is Iran's second largest Press TV 11 Nov 2019 -- Iran's Minister of Petroleum Bijan Zangeneh says a new oil field discovered in southwest Khuzestan Province is the country's second largest reservoir.
Iran Opens Up About Prospects of Leaving Nonproliferation Treaty Sputnik 11 Nov 2019 -- Iranian Ambassador to London Hamid Baeidinejad on Saturday said that Tehran has the ability to exit the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT), as it is working now on reducing its nuclear deal commitments.
Iran: No decision yet on leaving Non-Proliferation Treaty Press TV 10 Nov 2019 -- Iran says it has not yet decided to pull out of the nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) amid its rollback of commitments under the 2015 multilateral nuclear deal.
Iran to reduce commitments if parties to JCPOA continue inaction, Araghchi IRNA 10 Nov 2019 -- Iran will reduce its commitments to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action if the parties to the nuclear deal continue with inaction toward the international Agreement endorsed by the United Nations Security Council Resolution 2231, Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Saturday.
Discord, division US' wish; let's not allow US' wishes be reflected by a few: President Rouhani ISNA 10 Nov 2019 -- Iran's President described the Islamic Unity Week as the week of unity, solidarity and becoming closer to the path of the Great Prophet of Islam, and stressed that people's resistance, unity and efforts have disappointed the United States.
We don't violate JCPOA framework: AEOI chief ISNA 10 Nov 2019 -- "Up to now, 6 UN Security Council's resolutions have been abolished as a result of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) and we hope that arms sanctions against Iran will be lifted until October," the head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), Ali Akbar Salehi said.
Iran ready to exchange nuclear know-how with Persian Gulf countries: Salehi Press TV 10 Nov 2019 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Ali Akbar Salehi says the Islamic Republic is ready to exchange with the Persian Gulf countries its experience with regard to developing nuclear technology and cooperate with them.
Iran Pours Concrete For Second Bushehr Nuclear Reactor RFE/RL 10 Nov 2019 -- Iran started pouring concrete for a second nuclear reactor near its southern port of Bushehr in a project to expand the facility with the help of Russian engineering expertise and uranium, state TV and other Iranian media said on November 10.
Iran to release details of massive oilfield discovered in south: Reports Press TV 10 Nov 2019 -- Iran's oil minister is due to give more details about a massive oilfield that has been discovered south of the country.
Iran discovers oil field containing 53bn barrels of crude: President Rouhani Press TV 10 Nov 2019 -- President Hassan Rouhani says Iran has discovered a new oil field containing 53 billion barrels of crude in southwestern Khuzestan Province.
Rohani Says Billions Of Barrels In Oil Reserves Found In Southwestern Iran RFE/RL 10 Nov 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rohani has announced the discovery of some 53 billion barrels' worth of crude-oil deposits in the country's southwest that could boost reserves by about one-third.
Iran Discovers New Oil Field Containing 53 Billion Barrels of Crude, President Rouhani Says Sputnik 10 Nov 2019 -- Iran is considered a global energy superpower; the country reportedly possesses 10% of the world's oil reserves.
U.A.E. Urges Broader Iran Talks To Include Missile, Proxy Activities RFE/RL 10 Nov 2019 -- The United Arab Emirates (U.A.E.) has urged Iran to negotiate with world powers and its Persian Gulf neighbors in broader talks that include not only nuclear issues but also Tehran's ballistic-missile program and its use of proxy groups abroad.
Tehran Rebuffs IAEA Reports of Uranium Traces at Facility Dubbed 'Secret Atomic Warehouse' by Israel Sputnik 10 Nov 2019 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has repeatedly accused Iran of clandestinely building nuclear weapons alleging that Iran has a nuclear facility that once contained radioactive material. Iran dismisses Israel's claims, saying that Islam prohibits the production and use of nuclear weapons.
Iran Used Domestically Built Air Defence System to Down 'Foreign Drone', Army Chief Says Sputnik 10 Nov 2019 -- The downing comes a few months after Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) destroyed a US spy drone that the IRGC said had violated Iranian airspace.
Iran's top commander lauds indigenous defense industry, unveils 'Kian 700' tank transporter Press TV 09 Nov 2019 -- Iran's top military commander has unveiled the new indigenous "Kian 700" tank transporter, lauding efforts by the county's armed forces in developing home-grown means of refurbishing existing weapon systems.
Double the Firepower: Iran Unveils Hauler With Capacity to Carry Two 60 Tonne Tanks at Once - Photos Sputnik 09 Nov 2019 -- The new hauler is the latest in a broad array of home-grown equipment created Iran's defence industry in recent years, in defiance of a 40-year-old arms embargo by Western countries banning Tehran from importing advanced Western military hardware.
Iran actions within nuclear deal: Senior nuclear chief IRNA 09 Nov 2019 -- Iran is taking actions within the nuclear deal of 2015 and the recent actions taken by Tehran took place according to paragraph 26 of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Iran to respond to recent oil tanker attack 'in proper time, place' IRNA 09 Nov 2019 -- Iran will respond to an attack on its oil tanker in proper time and place, said deputy foreign minister on Saturday.
Partners can save JCPOA by lifting oil and banking sanctions IRNA 09 Nov 2019 -- Iranian deputy foreign minister Abbas Araghchi said on Saturday that the ground will be prepared for complete implementation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action by lifting oil and banking sanctions.
AEOI spox: Iran's 4th JCPOA step taken in one day IRNA 09 Nov 2019 -- Spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Behrouz Kamalvandi said it took less than one day for Iran to usher in the 4th phase of the plan to reduce its commitments to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
FM Zarif says door still open to talks despite nuclear commitment cuts Press TV 09 Nov 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the country has left the door open for negotiations over the fate of the 2015 nuclear deal despite its decision to further scale back its nuclear commitments.
Army official cautions enemies against posing threats to Iran IRNA 09 Nov 2019 -- Deputy commander of Iran's Army for coordination cautioned the enemies on Saturday against making any threats against the country.
Hormuz Peace Endeavour, Iran's pragmatism to bring security to Persian Gulf region IRNA 09 Nov 2019 -- Iran has proposed an initiative in a bid to calm down tensions in the Persian Gulf and there are positive signals that Arab states in the region are keen on reducing tensions.
US-led naval coalition will trigger more insecurity in Persian Gulf: Iran Press TV 09 Nov 2019 -- Iran has slammed a recent US move to create a coalition in the Persian Gulf, saying it will only exacerbate insecurity and instability across the world.
Iran has capacity for 5%, 20%, 60% enrichment: Kamalvandi ISNA 09 Nov 2019 -- Iran Atomic Energy Organization spokesman, Behrouz Kamalvandi said, "Inspectors of International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) were invited to visit (gas) feeding and collecting product in Fordow facility and they are due to come here (Fordow) on Sunday again for due diligence".
Iran envoy to UK dismisses calls for leaving Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty Press TV 09 Nov 2019 -- Iran's ambassador to the United Kingdom has insisted that leaving the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty, known as the NPT, would not benefit the country even considering that it has not enjoyed benefits of an international agreement that has imposed restrictions on its peaceful nuclear program.
Iran slams US human rights claims as 'shameless hypocrisy' Press TV 09 Nov 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman says US claims of advocating human rights are nothing but shameless hypocrisy.
Fordow enrichment capacity reaching pre-JCPOA levels, to increase gradually: Iran Press TV 09 Nov 2019 -- The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) has confirmed that the Fordow facility is now enriching uranium at almost the same levels before the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
US irate as Iran bars IAEA inspector over traces of explosive nitrates Press TV 09 Nov 2019 -- The US has reacted with fury to Iran's blocking of an International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) inspector who tested positive for suspected traces of explosive nitrates.
Pompeo Slams Iran For Detaining UN Inspector At Nuclear Site RFE/RL 09 Nov 2019 -- U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has called Iran's treatment of a UN nuclear inspector in late October "an outrageous and unwarranted act of intimidation."
Pompeo Calls on Iran to Provide IAEA Inspectors With Rights, Immunity Sputnik 09 Nov 2019 -- US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo called on Friday on Iran to provide inspectors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) with their rights and immunity.
Russia Hopes US Understands Iranian Deal Collapse Will Hit Financial, Energy Markets Hard Sputnik 09 Nov 2019 -- The Atomic Energy Organisation of Iran (AEOI) announced on Saturday that Tehran had raised the uranium enrichment level to five percent as part of the scaling back of its commitments under the 2015 nuclear deal following the re-imposition of sanctions by the US.
Iran Raises Uranium Enrichment Level to Five Percent Sputnik 09 Nov 2019 -- Earlier this year, Iran announced that it will gradually scale back its nuclear obligations - a year after the US withdrawal from the JCPOA. Tehran then announced that it would start abandoning some parts of its nuclear obligations every 60 days unless European signatories to the deal ensured Iran's interests amid Washington's reinstated sanctions.
Iran May Reject Modernisation of Arak Reactor - Atomic Energy Organisation Sputnik 09 Nov 2019 -- Earlier, Iran's Vice President and head of the Atomic Energy Organisation of Iran (AEOI) Ali Akbar Salehi said that the Arak heavy water nuclear reactor will resume its operation.
Pentagon Says Reports of US Drone Being Shot Down in Iran 'Incorrect' - CENTCOM Sputnik 08 Nov 2019 -- The Pentagon on Friday denied reports that a US drone was shot down by Iranian defence forces in the province of Khuzestan, saying all American military equipment in the area is accounted for.
Iranian army downs unknown drone in SW Iran IRNA 08 Nov 2019 -- Khuzestan Governor announced that Army air defense system shot down an unknown drone in Mahshahr, Khuzestan Province.
Iran downs 'intruding foreign' drone over Persian Gulf coast Press TV 08 Nov 2019 -- Iran's Army has shot down an unidentified drone that was violating Iran's airspace near the port city of Mahshahr in the southwestern province of Khuzestan on the Persian Gulf coast.
Iran Says It Has Shot Down 'Unknown' Drone Near Persian Gulf RFE/RL 08 Nov 2019 -- An Iranian official has been quoted as saying air defense forces have shot down an "unknown" drone in the country's southwest.
Iran: Way of talks on maintaining JCPOA open IRNA 08 Nov 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Friday that way of talks on preserving the JCPOA is open and Iran has taken the fourth nuclear step as its rights under the deal are violated.
Araghchi: National interests not JCPOA, Iran's highest priority IRNA 08 Nov 2019 -- Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stressed that safeguarding national interests rather than preserving the nuclear deal is Iran's highest priority.
Lavrov: US action has not undermined JCPOA IRNA 08 Nov 2019 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said despite the US efforts, world powers' nuclear deal with Iran, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), still maintains its prime importance.
Our national interests outweigh JCPOA, Iranian diplomat says Press TV 08 Nov 2019 -- Iran's deputy foreign minister says safeguarding the national interests is more important than preserving a nuclear deal the country clinched with major world powers in 2015.
Iran says US sanctions impediment to improvement of human rights Press TV 08 Nov 2019 -- Iran's envoy to the UN Human Rights Council has condemned the US sanctions as a breach of the UN Charter and a major challenge to the Islamic Republic's efforts to improve the human rights situation in the country.
Iran's nuclear commitment cuts 'wake-up call' for European signatories: Envoy Press TV 08 Nov 2019 -- Iran's ambassador to the UK has described the recent reduction in the country's commitments under the 2015 nuclear deal as a "wake-up call" for other parties, warning European signatories of a crisis over the collapsing accord.
Lavrov Says Hopes Iran Deal Can Be Saved Despite 'Unacceptable' U.S. Withdrawal RFE/RL 08 Nov 2019 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has voiced hope that a landmark nuclear agreement between world powers and Iran will be saved despite Washington's withdrawal from the deal.
China Believes US Should Abandon Sanctions, Pressure on Iran - Envoy for Middle East Sputnik 08 Nov 2019 -- The United States must abandon its policy of unilateral sanctions and pressure on Iran, China's special envoy for Middle East, Zhai Jun, said on Friday, commenting on new US sanctions.
IAEA says to continue consultations with Iran IRNA 08 Nov 2019 -- Spokesperson of the IAEA said on Thursday that it will continue to consult with Iran with a view to clarify the situation on not allowing the inspector in Natanz enrichment site.
IAEA Raises Deeply Troubling Issues at Special Meeting of the Board of Governors US Dept. of State 08 Nov 2019 -- "The United States is deeply concerned with the issues the IAEA raised at a special meeting of its Board of Governors. If true, the declarations upon which Secretary Kerry anchored the JCPOA are – once again – proven to be both false and fraudulent."
'Europe Must Ensure Iran Oil Exports & Bank Transactions' – Iranian Deputy FM Sputnik 08 Nov 2019 -- On the side-lines of the 2019 Moscow Non-Proliferation Conference, Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, in an exclusive interview with Sputnik, spoke about how the forthcoming US presidential election could affect the JCPOA.
UK lowers security level for its ships in Strait of Hormuz Press TV 07 Nov 2019 -- Britain lowers its so-called security risk level for UK-flagged ships traveling through the Strait of Hormuz in the Persian Gulf.
Iran Has Effective Military Advantage Over US, Allies in Mideast, New Report Claims Sputnik 07 Nov 2019 -- A fresh in-depth study of Iran's military capabilities and balance of power in the embattled Middle East has assumed that regional wars are being waged on two layers - between states and in a so-called "grey zone", where no conventional force can counterbalance Iran's sovereign dominance.
Like Daesh scenario, new US plot for Iraq will face defeat: Iran's Shamkhani Press TV 07 Nov 2019 -- Iran's top security official has denounced plots hatched by the US and its regional partners for the Middle Eastern countries, saying the new "scenario" for Iraq will fail like that of the Daesh terror group.
The World Must Address Iran's Nuclear Escalation US Dept. of State 07 Nov 2019
Iran Announces Resumption of Uranium Enrichment at Fordow VOA 07 Nov 2019 -- Iran's nuclear agency Thursday announced resumption of uranium enrichment at the country's underground Fordow nuclear facility, a site where, under the 2015 nuclear deal with world powers, it had agreed not to carry out any enrichment or enrichment-related research.
European should pay for maintaining JCPOA IRNA 07 Nov 2019 -- UK Ambassador in London Hmid Baeidinejad described Iran's fourth nuclear step as wake-up call for saving the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), saying that the Europeans should pay for preserving the deal.
Security of nuclear facilities not negotiable: Envoy IRNA 07 Nov 2019 -- Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Iran to the international organizations in Vienna, pointed to the prevention of an IAEA inspectorate from entering the Natanz enrichment site, and noted that the safety and security of Iran's nuclear facilities are not negotiable.
Iran to return to uranium enrichment level before 2015 deal IRNA 07 Nov 2019 -- Iran will soon return to uranium enrichment level that had before 2015 nuclear deal, said a senior Iranian official on Thursday.
Uranium enrichment resumes at Iran's Fordow nuclear site IRNA 07 Nov 2019 -- Uranium enrichment at Fordow nuclear facility began on early Thursday as per an executive order by President Hassan Rouhani in coordination with the Supreme National Security Council.
Iran will not allow security of nuclear facilities to be compromised: IAEA envoy Press TV 07 Nov 2019 -- Iran's ambassador to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) says he has communicated Tehran's concerns about security of the country's nuclear facilities to the agency, especially with regard to an IAEA inspector who was prevented from entering an Iranian nuclear site for carrying "suspicious" materials.
Iran's enrichment capacity to hit pre-JCPOA level: AEOI spokesman Press TV 07 Nov 2019 -- The spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says with the new centrifuges installed following the third step that Iran took to reduce its commitments under the 2015 nuclear deal, the country's enrichment capacity is to reach the level it was before signing the agreement.
Report: Iran's 'Effective' Power In Middle East Growing RFE/RL 07 Nov 2019 -- The International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) says Iran has built a network of nonstate alliances across the Middle East over the past 40 years that has allowed it to turn the balance of "effective" power in the region "in its favor."
Pompeo Urges World To Address Iran's 'Nuclear Provocations' RFE/RL 07 Nov 2019 -- U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says Iran's actions call for all nations to reject its "nuclear extortion" and take "serious steps to increase pressure."
Iran May Be Preparing to Have Option of Rapid Nuclear Breakout - US Secretary of State Pompeo Sputnik 07 Nov 2019 -- Representatives of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) have the right to examine Iranian nuclear facilities in accordance with the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), which is now in jeopardy due to the US-Iran standoff.
U.S. Security Leaders Warn About Russian, Iranian Interference In 2020 Polls RFE/RL 06 Nov 2019 -- Top U.S. intelligence and law enforcement officials have joined together to warn Americans about attempts by Russia, Iran, and other foreign "adversaries" to interfere with next year's presidential election.
UN chief urges JCPOA parties to abide by commitments IRNA 06 Nov 2019 -- Spokesman for the Secretary-General Stéphane Dujarric said the UN chief has called all parties to abide by the commitments under Iran nuclear deal known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
AEOI: Centrifuge gas feeding valves to be opened at midnight IRNA 06 Nov 2019 -- Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) announced that in line with reducing JCPOA commitments, chains will be in passivation mode and will emit light gases tonight, adding that valves will be opened for feeding centrifuges at midnight.
AEOI: Iran to start gas injection to centrifuges at midnight, Wednesday IRNA 06 Nov 2019 -- The process of injecting gas to centrifuges in Fordow will start at midnight and will take a few hours to get to a stable point, spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Behrouz Kamalvandi annonuced.
Rouhani declares start of gas injection to 1044 centrifuges IRNA 06 Nov 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani in a message referred to Iran's 4th step of reducing JCPOA commitments and said gas injection to 1044 centrifuges will start on Wednesday.
Iran feeds 2000kg UF6 into Fordow Enrichment Plant IRNA 06 Nov 2019 -- Iran has put the 2800 kg cylinder including 2000 kg uranium hexafluoride (UF6) has been put in Fordow Enrichment Plant.
Iran resumes uranium enrichment at Fordow plant in 4th cut to nuclear commitments Press TV 06 Nov 2019 -- Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says it has officially started injecting gas into hundreds of centrifuges at underground Fordow nuclear plant in the fourth step away from the 2015 nuclear deal.
Iran preparing to inject gas into Fordow centrifuges in 4th step away from nuclear deal Press TV 06 Nov 2019 -- Iran is making final preparations for injecting gas into centrifuges at Fordow enrichment facility as part of a fourth step in suspending its commitments under the 2015 nuclear deal in reciprocation for Washington's pullout and Europe's failure to meet its end of the bargain.
Tehran Begins Uranium Enrichment at Fordow Facility - Iran Atomic Energy Organisation Sputnik 06 Nov 2019 -- Spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), Behrouz Kamalvandi, said Wednesday that preparations for the fourth stage of a reduction in Iran's commitments to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), also known as Iran nuclear deal, have begun.
Iran Confirms Prevention of IAEA Inspector From Accessing Uranium Plant Last Week Sputnik 06 Nov 2019 -- The Atomic Energy Organisation of Iran (AEOI) has confirmed that it prevented an inspector from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) from getting access to the premises of the Natanz uranium enrichment plant last week.
Iran Stepping Back From Nuclear Deal With Increased Fordow Activity VOA 06 Nov 2019 -- Iranian media reported Wednesday that Iran has put a container containing 2,000 kilograms of uranium hexafluoride in its Fordow nuclear facility in order to begin injecting uranium gas into centrifuges.
AEOI reveals reason behind preventing IAEA inspector to enter Natanz Complex IRNA 06 Nov 2019 -- The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) announced that the IAEA inspector was prevented from entering Natanz Enrichment Complex due to concerns over carrying suspicious materials.
IAEA monitor leaves Iran over concerns of carrying suspicious material Press TV 06 Nov 2019 -- Iran says an inspector of the International Atomic Energy Agency has left the country after she was prevented from entering a nuclear site of the Islamic Republic for carrying "suspicious" materials.
Russia blames US for JCPOA current situation IRNA 06 Nov 2019 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said the concerning situations with regard to Iran nuclear deal is due to the fact that the US not only violated its commitments under the deal but has urged other parties to do so.
Russia says Iran's 4th step away from JCPOA no violation of NPT Press TV 06 Nov 2019 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov says Tehran's decision to resume uranium enrichment at Fordow nuclear facility is an "extremely alarming" move, but does not violate the nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT).
Israeli ministers moot war scenario with Iran: Ex-envoy Press TV 06 Nov 2019 -- Israeli ministers have reportedly held several meetings to review the likely scenario of a potential war with Iran, with the participants speculating that the Islamic Republic could deal paralyzing blows to the regime in the course of such a confrontation.
Iran 'doing just fine' as US rejects easing oil sanctions Press TV 06 Nov 2019 -- US State Department's special representative for Iran Brian Hook has ruled out any easing of sanctions on Iran's crude exports, saying President Donald Trump is in "no hurry" to end the coercive measures.
Two Individuals Plead Guilty for Working on Behalf of Iran US Dept. of Justice 06 Nov 2019 -- Ahmadreza Mohammadi-Doostdar, 39, a dual U.S.-Iranian citizen, and Majid Ghorbani, 60, an Iranian citizen and resident of California, have entered pleas of guilty to charges stemming from their conduct conducting surveillance of and collecting identifying information about American citizens and U.S. nationals who are members of the Iranian dissident group Mujahedin-e Khalq (MEK).
Sweden Charges Man With Spying On Iranian Exiles RFE/RL 06 Nov 2019 -- Swedish authorities say they have charged a man with spying for Iran by gathering information on Iranian exiles in Sweden and elsewhere in Europe.
Iraq imports over quarter of its electricity from Iran: Official Press TV 06 Nov 2019 -- An Iraqi official has said that the Arab country heavily relies on Iran for its electricity needs, saying more than a quarter of power needed in the country is imported from Iran.
Netanyahu Says Israel Will Not Allow Iran to Develop Nuclear Weapons Sputnik 06 Nov 2019 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that Israel would not let the Iranian regime to build nuclear weapons, following Tehran's announcement to expand its uranium enrichment efforts.
Expansion of Uranium Enrichment Activities by Iran is 'Nuclear Extortion' - US State Dept Sputnik 06 Nov 2019 -- Ali Akbar Salehi, vice president and head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran, announced earlier on Tuesday that Tehran would begin enriching uranium on 6 November at a 5-percent level at a facility in Fordow, where the process had earlier been suspended by the Iran nuclear deal.
FM Zarif advises E3 to abide by JCPOA obligations IRNA 05 Nov 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif in a message advised Europeans to abide by regulations, saying then Iran will reverse.
Iran notifies IAEA on scaling down its commitments IRNA 05 Nov 2019 -- Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Iran in Vienna Kazem Gharibabadi said on Tuesday that Iran has sent a letter to the IAEA to notify them on Tehran's decision to further scale back nuclear deal commitments by injecting gas into Fordwo facility.
Iran to reduce commitments if EU fails to abide by JCPOA IRNA 05 Nov 2019 -- Advisor to the Leader on International Affairs Ali Akbar Velayati told Arabic France 24 that Iran will definitely take the fourth step of reducing commitments to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action unless Europe and the US fulfill their commitments.
Rouhani: Iran will go back to past situation if sanctions lifted IRNA 05 Nov 2019 -- President Hassan Rouhani said on Tuesday that Iran will go back to the past situation only if the other parties come to terms with the joint Comprehensive Plan of Action and lift the sanctions.
Rouhani: Iran to take 4th step of JCPOA commitments reduction Nov 6 IRNA 05 Nov 2019 -- Iran will take the fourth step of reducing commitments to the July 2015 nuclear deal as of November 6, President Hassan Rouhani announced here on Tuesday.
Iran's response to US economic terrorism opposite of Trump's belief: FM Zarif Press TV 05 Nov 2019 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Iran gives a response to the United States' policy of pursuing "economic terrorism" and "blackmail" in a way quite opposite of what US President Donald Trump was led to believe.
EU, signatories react to Iran's new step away from JCPOA Press TV 05 Nov 2019 -- The European Union and signatories to a 2015 deal on the Iranian nuclear program have reacted to Tehran's decision to take a fourth step in scaling back its commitments under the agreement in reciprocation for Washington's withdrawal.
Iran nuclear commitment cuts: Gas injection to start at Fordow Press TV 05 Nov 2019 -- President Hassan Rouhani says Iran will start injecting uranium gas into centrifuges at the Fordow enrichment facility on Wednesday, in the latest step the country is taking away from a 2015 multinational nuclear deal in response to the United States' withdrawal.
New sanctions show US desperation vis-à-vis Iran: Spokesman Press TV 05 Nov 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman has condemned a fresh round of US sanctions against the Islamic Republic, saying the "futile" and "empty" bans only reveal the desperation of Washington vis-à-vis Iran.
Tehran Will Start Using Centrifuges at Fordow Plant, Banned by Nuclear Deal, on 6 November - Rouhani Sputnik 05 Nov 2019 -- The statement comes just one day after the head of Iran's nuclear programme, Ali Akbar Salehi, announced that the country is now operating 60 IR-6 advanced centrifuges, a violation of the terms of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
US Wants to Buy Heavy Water From Iran, Even Despite Formal Refusal - Iran's Vice President Sputnik 05 Nov 2019 -- The United States wants to buy Iran's heavy water used in the nuclear industry, which they had previously abandoned, Ali Akbar Salehi, the head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) and the country's vice president, said Monday.
Iran Announces Further Step Away From Nuclear Deal RFE/RL 05 Nov 2019 -- Iran says it will take a new step in reducing its commitment to a 2015 nuclear deal with world powers this week by injecting uranium gas into centrifuges at the Fordow facility.
Iran nuclear deal: Foreign Secretary statement UK FCO 05 Nov 2019 -- Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab responds to Iran's announcement on the JCPoA.
Iranian President Announces Further Steps Away From Nuclear Deal VOA 05 Nov 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani announced Tuesday that Iran would begin injecting gas into centrifuges at its Fordo facility, the latest in steps that go against what it agreed to in a 2015 agreement on its nuclear program.
US Calls on Iran to Discuss Any Prisoner Swap Via Official Channels VOA 05 Nov 2019 -- A senior U.S. official has called on Iran to use an official channel to discuss its proposal to exchange several Americans held in Iranian prisons for a number of Iranians detained in the United States.
New Iranian satellites to be placed into orbit soon IRNA 04 Nov 2019 -- Deputy Minister of Communications and Information Technology and Head of the Iranian Space Agency Morteza Barari said on Monday that in the pursuit of the second 10-year program of Iran's space development, the three satellites are to be completed and will be put into orbit in the near future.
Iran to launch three satellites in coming years: Iran's space chief Press TV 04 Nov 2019 -- Head of the Iranian Space Agency (ISA) Morteza Barari has said that Iran plans to launch three satellites in upcoming years.
Conquering Space: Iran to Send Three Self-Made Satellites in Nearest Future Sputnik 04 Nov 2019 -- In October, the Minister of Information and Communications Technology Mohammad-Javad Azari Jahromi said that Iran intended to send an astronaut into space, adding that Tehran would hold talks with Russia on the issue as foreign assistance would be needed.
Treasury Designates Supreme Leader of Iran's Inner Circle Responsible for Advancing Regime's Domestic and Foreign Oppression US Treasury 04 Nov 2019 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) took action today against Iran's Armed Forces General Staff and nine individuals who are appointees of, or have acted for or on behalf of, Ali Khamenei, the Iranian regime's unelected Supreme Leader whose office is responsible for advancing Iran's radical agenda.
Americans understand well that sanctions won't lead them to victory: President Rouhani ISNA 04 Nov 2019 -- Speaking at cabinet session on Sunday evening, Iran's President expressed congratulations over Aban 13 (November 4), anniversary of the takeover of the Den of Spies, and said, "Aban 13 is the reminiscent of students' devotion in sear for the right and independence of the Iranian nation".
U.S. Sanctions Nine Iranians Linked To Khamenei, Tehran Announces New Violations Of Nuclear Deal RFE/RL 04 Nov 2019 -- The United States has slapped sanctions on nine people connected to Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, among them his chief of staff, one of his sons, and the head of Iran's judiciary.
Iran Foreign Ministry Slams US Sanctions Against General Staff as Useless Sputnik 04 Nov 2019 -- The United States on Monday sanctioned the general staff of the Iranian armed forces and nine people, including the son of the country's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
US Imposes Sanctions Against Iranian Leader's Son, Armed Forces General Staff - Treasury Sputnik 04 Nov 2019 -- The new sanctions were announced on Monday, 4 November, on the 40th anniversary of the seizure of US Embassy in Tehran which marked the beginning of the 444-day Iran hostage crisis.
Iran Announces New Violations Of Nuclear Deal On U.S. Embassy Crisis Anniversary RFE/RL 04 Nov 2019 -- Iran says it has further scaled back its commitments under the 2015 nuclear deal with world powers, saying it is now operating twice as many advanced centrifuges banned by the agreement.
Iran to unveil 4th step of scaling down JCPOA within 2 days:Gov't spox IRNA 04 Nov 2019 -- Government spokesman Ali Rabiei said on Monday that as per schedule Iranian President Hassan Rouhani will announce the 4th step of reducing JCPOA commitments within two days.
Iran starts injecting gas into IR6 centrifuges in Natanz IRNA 04 Nov 2019 -- Iran starts injecting gas into IR6 centrifuges in Natanz in presence of the Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Ali Akbar Salehi on Monday.
Iran starts injecting gas into advanced IR-6 centrifuges Press TV 04 Nov 2019 -- Iran has officially started injecting gas into advanced IR-6 centrifuges through a ceremony at Natanz Nuclear Facility, which was attended by Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Ali Akbar Salehi.
US Warns Iran on Use of More Advanced Centrifuges VOA 04 Nov 2019 -- Iran is marking the 40th anniversary of the takeover of the U.S. Embassy in Tehran with an announcement that it is speeding up uranium processing.
Iran Announces Use of More Advanced Centrifuges VOA 04 Nov 2019 -- Iran's nuclear chief announced Monday the country is operating dozens of advanced centrifuges in a move that further goes against the 2015 agreement the country signed with a group of world powers.
Iran launches chain of 30 IR-6 centrifuges in Natanz facility ISNA 04 Nov 2019 -- Iran unveiled and launched a chain of 30 IR-6 centrifuges in Natanz nuclear facility on Monday in the presence of the head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), Ali Akbar Salehi.
Iran Working on Centrifuge Prototype 50 Times Faster Than Allowed by Nuclear Deal, Official Says Sputnik 04 Nov 2019 -- As part of the nuclear deal, Iran was limited to using only 5,060 first-generation IR-1 centrifuges for uranium enrichment.
40 Years After Hostage Crisis, Iran Remains Hotbed of Terrorism DoD News 04 Nov 2019 -- Forty years ago today, a crowd of college students broke into the housing complex at the U.S. Embassy in Tehran, Iran, and took 66 Americans hostage, including 26 service members.
US issues fresh sanctions on nine Iranian individuals, one entity Press TV 04 Nov 2019 -- The United States has imposed sanctions on nine individuals and one entity, "who are appointees of, or have acted for or on behalf" of Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.
Iran making oil compressors, turbines on its own: Minister Press TV 04 Nov 2019 -- Iran's oil minister says key equipment used in oil and gas fields is currently manufactured inside the country without any direct support of the industrial giants of the world.
Iranian Military Warns States Hosting US Bases: You Will Be Targeted in Event of American Aggression Sputnik 04 Nov 2019 -- The US and Iran have repeatedly threatened one another with deadly consequences in the event of hostilities, with the US move to send a carrier strike group to the Middle East and to set up a maritime security coalition to protect shipping in the Persian Gulf leading tensions to spike to dangerous new levels.
Iran Signs Deal To Help Rebuild Syria's Electricity Infrastructure RFE/RL 03 Nov 2019 -- Iran has signed a preliminary agreement with Syria to help rebuild the war-torn Arab country's electrical infrastructure, Iranian state media report.
US trying to stir chaos in region to seize oil: Larijani Press TV 03 Nov 2019 -- Iran's Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani says the United States has been seeking to foment turmoil in the region in a bid to achieve its "ominous" goal of plundering its oil reserves.
Talks with US futile because it will not make any concessions: Ayatollah Khamenei ISNA 03 Nov 2019 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has underlined the need for a ban on negotiation with the US, saying it is one of the ways to block the American infiltration.
Ayatollah Khamenei wants 'repeated ban' on negotiation with US Press TV 03 Nov 2019 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has underlined the need for a ban on negotiation with the US, saying it is one of the ways to block American infiltration.
Iranian Supreme Leader Rules Out Talks With Washington RFE/RL 03 Nov 2019 -- Iran's supreme leader said Tehran would keep in place its ban on holding any talks with the United States.
Iranian Leader Warns Tehran Will Not Yield to US Pressure, Rules Out Talks With Washington - Reports Sputnik 03 Nov 2019 -- Iranian First Vice President Eshaq Jahangiri said the day before that US sanctions imposed on Iran would push the development of global terrorism in the future.
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman confirms presidential letter to PGCC states ISNA 03 Nov 2019 -- Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Seyyed Abbas Mousavi confirms that President Hassan Rouhani has sent separate letters to the Persian Gulf Cooperation Council (PGCC) Member States and Iraq.
Iran will target interests of US, allies anywhere in case of war: Commander Press TV 03 Nov 2019 -- The spokesman for Iran's Armed Forces says in case of any aggression against the Islamic Republic, Iranian forces will target the interests of the United States and its allies at any place and on any territory.
Spox: Repeated sanctions, hooliganism not to get US anywhere IRNA 02 Nov 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Abbas Mousavi advised the US administration to stop repeated sanctions, fear-mongering and sinking into fabricated illusions against Iran and instead return to its commitments under the nuclear deal known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
US once again claims Iran backing terrorism IRNA 02 Nov 2019 -- US Department of State once again repeated its baseless claims that Iran is supporting terrorism.
Iran's maximum resilience will neutralize US maximum pressure: Diplomat Press TV 02 Nov 2019 -- The spokesman of Iran's Foreign Ministry has played down the United States' strategy of exerting maximum pressure on Tehran, saying Washington should speak with the Iranian nation respectfully.
US in 'downward spiral' while resistance front expands borders: IRGC chief Press TV 02 Nov 2019 -- The chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the United States has for decades been stuck in "a downward spiral" and its decades-long failure to score a political victory proves that the global resistance front is growing.
U.S. State Department: Iran Remains 'World's Worst State Sponsor Of Terrorism' RFE/RL 01 Nov 2019 -- Iran remains "the world's worst state sponsor of terrorism," funding international terrorist groups and engaging in "its own terrorist plotting" around the globe, particularly in Europe, a new report by the U.S. State Department says.
Counterterrorism Coordinator Ambassador Nathan Sales On the Release of the Country Reports on Terrorism 2018 US Dept. of State 01 Nov 2019
Iran to implement 2 power plant projects with Russians' participation IRNA 01 Nov 2019 -- Managing Director of Tajhiz Niroo Sanat Bargh Pouya Company said two giant power plant projects will be implemented in Iran with the participation of Russian company 'Power Machines'.
Iran's veep: US violates int'l commitments in JCPOA IRNA 01 Nov 2019 -- Iran's First Vice President Eshaq Jahangiri said after long-term negotiations and coming to effect of Iran nuclear deal, the US has breached international commitments under the nuclear accord known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
U.S. Envoy Says Iran Has Spent $16 Billion To Fund Militias In Syria, Iraq RFE/RL 01 01 2019 -- Brian Hook, the U.S. special envoy for Iran, says Tehran has spent some $16 billion to fund Shi'ite-led militias in Syria and Iraq.
US State Department Accuses Iran of Spending $ 1 billion to Support Groups Loyal to It SPA 01 Nov 2019 -- Iran has spent about $ 1 billion to support groups linked to it, the US Department of State said.
India Presses for US Sanction Waiver As Washington Bids to Tighten Noose Around Tehran Sputnik 01 Nov 2019 -- US Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin has been on a regional tour since 25 October, which is taking him to Saudi Arabia, Israel, the United Arab Emirates, India and Qatar to find support for sanctions against Iran in response to Tehran's alleged nuclear programme.
New US sanctions, maximum failure of maximum pressure: Iran FM Press TV 01 Nov 2019 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has slammed the United States for imposing a new round of sanctions against Tehran, this time targeting the construction sector, saying the new restrictions show Washington's "maximum failure" in what it calls maximum pressure policy regarding the Islamic Republic.
U.S. imposes sanctions on Iran's construction sector People's Daily 01 Nov 2019 -- U.S. State Department announced Thursday that it has imposed sanctions on Iran's construction sector and the transfer of four materials related to the country's nuclear or military programs.
US imposes sanctions on entire Iranian construction sector Press TV 01 Nov 2019 -- The US has imposed new sanctions on Iran, targeting the construction sector, despite Washington's announcement a week ago that it had created a new mechanism to facilitate "permissible trade" with Tehran.
U.S. Sets New Sanctions On Iran Construction Sector, Extends Waivers On Civil Nuclear RFE/RL 01 01 2019 -- The United States has extended nuclear-cooperation waivers on Iran's civil nuclear program to "help preserve oversight" of the sector, but at the same time imposed new sanctions on the country's construction industry because of its links to the hard-line Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC).

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