February 2020 - Iran Special Weapons News

Iran says all necessary measures taken to eliminate coronavirus IRNA 29 Feb 2020 -- Head of Iran's Emergency Medical Services Pir-Hossein Kolivand said on Saturday that all the necessary and precautionary measures have been taken to overcome the deadly coronavirus.
Iran says US has no resolve to help Iran fight epidemic, Pompeo misleading public opinion IRNA 29 Feb 2020 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Abbas Mousavi said on Friday that the US has no resolve to help Iran fight COVID-19 epidemic and US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's is misleading world public opinion.
Iran's reaction to US offer of help with coronavirus fight ISNA 29 Feb 2020 -- Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has denounced the US government's expression of readiness for assisting Iran in the fight against the novel coronavirus as a ridiculous and hypocritical move and part of a political and psychological game.
Iran coronavirus death toll climbs to 43 with almost 600 infected Press TV 29 Feb 2020 -- Iran says the number of the novel coronavirus cases has risen to nearly 600, with the death toll hitting 43.
Iranian Coronavirus Death Toll Rises To 43 RFE/RL 29 Feb 2020 -- Iran's Health Ministry says nine people have died from the new coronavirus in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of deaths to 43 amid 593 confirmed cases of coronavirus in the Islamic republic.
US Congress grills Pompeo over Trump administration's policy on Iran Press TV 28 Feb 2020 -- US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is grilled in the House of Representatives over the Trump administration's policy on Iran.
US sanctions more sinister than Coronavirus: Iran official IRNA 28 Feb 2020 -- Head of Presidential Office's Center for Strategic Studies Hesameddin Ashena said on Friday that the US sanction is the same background disease that makes Corona more lethal and sinister for Iranians.
Armed forces boast of suitable capacities to counter Coronavirus IRNA 28 Feb 2020 -- Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami voiced readiness for setting up mobile hospitals, producing masks and test kits, beds and isolated ambulances to counter Coronavirus, saying that armed forces have suitable capacities in this respect.
Coronavirus death toll mounts to 34 in Iran IRNA 28 Feb 2020 -- Head of the Iran's Health Ministry's public relations office Kianoush Jahanpour said on Friday that 34 Iranians have passed away due to coronavirus.
Iran dismisses Pompeo's 'hypocritical' claim on coronavirus response Press TV 28 Feb 2020 -- Iran has dismissed a "hypocritical" claim made by US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo about making an offer to Tehran to help the Islamic Republic fight the new coronavirus, saying such remarks pursue political purposes and aim to distract the world public opinion.
Iran virus death toll at 34 as minister vows containment surprises Press TV 28 Feb 2020 -- A Health Ministry spokesman says eight more people have died because of coronavirus infections, taking its overall toll to 34, while 73 patients have recovered.
Coronavirus Hits Iranian Vice President, Other Officials As Disease Continues To Spread RFE/RL 28 Feb 2020 -- A vice president, a deputy health minister, a former envoy to the Vatican, the head of a medical university, and at least four parliament members are among the Iranian officials who have been infected with the coronavirus in recent days.
Four Lawmakers In Iran Test Positive As Coronavirus Forces Cancellation Of Friday Prayers RFE/RL 28 Feb 2020 -- Four Iranian lawmakers have tested positive for the coronavirus as the rapid spread of the outbreak forced the cancellation of Friday Prayers in many mosques across the country.
United States Offers Assistance to the Iranian People US Dept. of State 28 Feb 2020 -- The United States stands with the people of Iran during the public health crisis caused by the outbreak of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
U.S. Says Swiss Humanitarian Channel To Iran Fully Functional RFE/RL 28 Feb 2020 -- The United States says a newly created, Swiss-based humanitarian trade channel has become fully functional to allow companies to send food, medicine, and other critical goods to Iran without violating U.S. sanctions.
China to provide Iran with 20k coronavirus test kits, says MFA Spox IRNA 27 Feb 2020 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Abbas Mousavi said on Thursday that the Chinese government and its Red Cross society are to deliver an aid package to Iran on Friday comprising 20 thousand COVID-19 test kits.
Coronavirus death toll mounts to 26 in Iran IRNA 27 Feb 2020 -- Head of the Iran's Health Ministry's public relations office Kianoush Jahanpour said on Thursday that the coronavirus death toll mounted to 26 in Iran out of the total figure of 245 people who have been affected by the virus.
WHO: Iran has necessary capabilities to battle coronavirus Press TV 27 Feb 2020 -- A representative of the World Health Organization (WHO) says Iran has the necessary capabilities to fight a new coronavirus outbreak, hailing Tehran's response to the epidemic.
Iran's Defense Ministry launches production line of liquid disinfectants, hygienic masks Press TV 27 Feb 2020 -- Iran's Defense Ministry has launched the production line of liquid disinfectants and hygienic masks as the country steps up fight against a new coronavirus originating from China.
Tehran Cancels Friday Prayers As Coronavirus Cases Spike RFE/RL 27 Feb 2020 -- Friday Prayers in Tehran have been canceled over the coronavirus outbreak, state media reported, as the authorities confirmed that infected cases in the country spiked by more than 100 -- among them Masoumeh Ebtekar, the vice president for women and family affairs.
Iranian Economy Faces Setback on Coronavirus Concerns VOA 27 Feb 2020 -- Arab media are reporting that the spread of the coronavirus in Iran has pushed that country's currency to lows not seen in almost a year. Iranian health officials say there are more than 200 confirmed cases in the country, and at least 26 deaths.
U.S. Lists Leader Of Iran-Backed Shi'ite Militia In Iraq As 'Global Terrorist' RFE/RL 27 Feb 2020 -- The United States has declared the leader of the Iran-backed Kataib Hizbullah (KH) militant group in Iraq a terrorist following a number of recent rocket attacks on bases hosting U.S. and other foreign troops in Iraq.
Iran Coronavirus Outbreak Strands Pakistani Visitors, Fuels Fear of Prison Contagions VOA 26 Feb 2020 -- Iran's growing coronavirus outbreak has triggered more angst in the country, preventing thousands of visiting Pakistanis from returning home and fueling fears of contagion in prisons.
Pakistan Detects First Coronavirus Cases, Links to Iran Outbreak VOA 26 Feb 2020 -- Health officials in Pakistan detected Wednesday the first two cases of coronavirus in the country, linking them with the outbreak in neighboring Iran.
JCPOA shortest ever meeting ends in Vienna IRNA 26 Feb 2020 -- The 15th meeting of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) Joint Commission concluded on Wednesday in its shortest ever time (less than two hours) in presence of deputy foreign ministers and political directors of the Iranian Foreign Ministry and the P4 + 1.
US slaps sanctions on 13 foreign entities, individuals over Iran's missile program Press TV 26 Feb 2020 -- The US State Department has imposed sanctions against 13 foreign entities and individuals in China, Iraq, Russia and Turkey over what it calls their support for Iran's missile program.
Iran Nuclear Accord Parties Meeting To Try To Salvage Deal RFE/RL 26 Feb 2020 -- The remaining members of the floundering Iran nuclear deal are meeting in Vienna for the first time since Germany, France, and Britain initiated dispute procedures that could reimpose UN sanctions on Tehran.
Iraq closes Shoushmi border with Iran IRNA 26 Feb 2020 -- Iraq closed its Shoushmi border with Iran's Kermanshah province on Tuesday morning as part of efforts to control the spread of Coronavirus, said Paveh Governor Parviz Idehpour.
Iran's top security official decries US duplicity in virus allegation Press TV 26 Feb 2020 -- Iran's top security official has harshly rebuked the US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's allegation that Tehran is covering up details of the coronavirus spread in the country.
Iranian Navy's 66th flotilla docks in Jakarta IRNA 25 Feb 2020 -- The Iranian Navy's 66th flotilla of warships berthed in Jakarta on Tuesday after 25 days of sailing to demonstrate the power of diplomacy.
Iran's 66th Navy flotilla berths at Jakarta port in Indonesia Press TV 25 Feb 2020 -- The Iranian Navy's 66th flotilla of warships has docked at Jakarta port in Indonesia as part of the Islamic Republic's policy of expanding its naval presence in high seas.
US Imposes Sanctions on 13 for Helping Iranian Missile Program VOA 25 Feb 2020 -- The U.S. has imposed new sanctions on 13 entities and individuals in China, Iraq, Russia and Turkey because of their support of Iran's missile program.
Iran's Deputy Health Minister, Tehran Lawmaker Hit By Coronavirus RFE/RL 25 Feb 2020 -- Iran's deputy health minister and a reformist politician have reported they have tested positive for the new coronavirus as the crisis over the outbreak continued to mount in the country.
Pompeo Demands 'Truth About Coronavirus' As Iran Reports More Deaths RFE/RL 25 Feb 2020 -- The new coronavirus has killed an additional three people in Iran, bringing the total to 16 - the highest death toll outside the disease's focal point in China - as U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on February 25 demanded that Tehran "tell the truth" about the outbreak, voicing alarm at allegations of a cover-up.
Zarif calls for regional cooperation to fight coronavirus IRNA 25 Feb 2020 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif in a message said coronavirus has no border and called for more regional cooperation to fight the epidemic.
Minister issues directive for mass production of antiseptic, sanitary masks IRNA 25 Feb 2020 -- Iran's Minister of Defense Brigadier-General Ali Hatami in a decree on Tuesday assigned different industries affiliated to Defense Ministry to mass produce hygienic gels and standard sanitary masks to help prevent the spread of coronavirus in the country.
Coronavirus death toll mounts to 15 in Iran IRNA 25 Feb 2020 -- Coronavirus death toll mounted to 15 in Iran, Iranian Health Ministry for public relations director said on Tuesday, adding that a total of 95 people have been affected by coronavirus in Iran.
Iran deputy health minister contracts coronavirus, vows decisive fight Press TV 25 Feb 2020 -- Speaking from the quarantine, Iran's vice health minister announces that he has tested positive for the new coronavirus, but expresses certitude that the country will overpower the epidemic over the upcoming weeks.
Medics: Iran will soon contain spread of coronavirus, many patients recovering Press TV 25 Feb 2020 -- Medical officials have assured that Iran will, in the near future, rein in the spread of a flu-like virus originating from China, and that conditions of most of the patients diagnosed with the new coronavirus have improved.
64 people affected by COVID-19 in Iran People's Daily 25 Feb 2020 -- The outbreak of novel coronavirus disease in Iran has affected 64 people, and 12 of them have died, Kianush Jahanpur, head of Public Relations and Information Center of Ministry of Health and Medical Education, announced on Monday.
Iraqi nationals banned from traveling to Iran IRNA 25 Feb 2020 -- Iran's Embassy in Baghdad in a statement on Monday announced that Iraqis' visit to Iran is forbidden until March 6.
Iraq Reports First Coronavirus Case in Student From Iran Sputnik 24 Feb 2020 -- Iraq's Ministry of Health and Environment announced Monday the first case of coronavirus in the country which was detected in an Iranian student who had recently arrived from the neighbouring country.
Tajikistan Suspends Flights To Iran Over Coronavirus RFE/RL 24 Feb 2020 -- Tajikistan has suspended all air flights to Iran as many countries in the region scramble to take precautions after Tehran announced the highest death toll from the coronavirus outside of China.
Coronavirus Cover-Up? Iranian Officials Deny That Qom Death Toll At 50 RFE/RL 24 Feb 2020 -- Iran's Health Ministry has dismissed a claim by a lawmaker from Qom that the death toll from the disease in the holy Shi'ite city is about four times higher than the official number and that the government is covering up the extent of the disease's spread in Iran.
Iran says border closure with neighboring countries temporary amid virus spread Press TV 24 Feb 2020 -- The spokesman for Iran's Foreign Ministry says closure of the country's borders with some neighboring states over a coronavirus outbreak is only a temporary measure and a result of the current emergency conditions.
Health ministry: Coronavirus death toll reaches 12 in Iran Press TV 24 Feb 2020 -- Iran's Health Ministry says the death toll from the coronavirus outbreak in the country has reached 12, while the number of confirmed infections stands at 64.
FM spox: Closure of borders temporary IRNA 24 Feb 2020 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Abbas Mousavi on Monday said that the countries' borders with some neighboring states are temporarily closed, and called for collective measures to combat coronavirus.
Lawmaker: Coronavirus kills 12, affects 47 in Iran IRNA 24 Feb 2020 -- Spokesman of the Iranian Parliament presiding board Asadollah Abbasi said some 47 Iranians have been affected by coronavirus of whom 12 have lost their lives.
12 die in Iran over COVID-19: minister People's Daily 24 Feb 2020 -- Death toll over infection of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has risen to 12 in Iran, Iran's Minister of Health and Medical Education Saeed Namaki announced on Monday.
Some Signs of Panic as Coronavirus Appears to Spread from Iran to Neighboring States VOA 24 Feb 2020 -- Iran's health ministry says 60 people have been infected by the coronavirus and that 12 people have died, so far, with the holy city of Qom being the hardest hit part of the country. Panic over the virus appears to be spreading to Iran's neighbors, as well, with cases being reported in Iraq, Kuwait, Bahrain and Lebanon.
Iran made no cuts to defense budgets despite US sanctions: Top commander Press TV 24 Feb 2020 -- A top Iranian military commander has refuted claims made by the administration of US President Donald Trump that Tehran had cut its defense budgets due to Washington's "maximum pressure" campaign against the Islamic Republic.
Joint Commission of Iran nuclear deal to convene in Vienna Wednesday: EU Press TV 24 Feb 2020 -- The remaining parties to a landmark nuclear deal signed in 2015 between Iran and six world powers are to hold a Joint Commission meeting in Vienna on Wednesday, the EU's diplomatic service says.
Iran not looking for JCPOA's end: President Rouhani ISNA 23 Feb 2020 -- Iran's President stressed that Tehran considers the nuclear deal beneficial to the region and the world, and said, "We must all try to save the deal and we have not closed the door of negotiation with the European Union in this regard".
Over 42% of eligible voters took part in parliamentary elections: Interior minister Press TV 23 Feb 2020 -- Iran's interior minister says over 24 million Iranians, out of a total of about 58 million eligible voters, took part in the recent parliamentary elections, putting the overall voter turnout at 42.57 percent.
Iran expects EU to stand against Washington's illegal measures: President Rouhani Press TV 23 Feb 2020 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says the Islamic Republic expects the European Union to object to the illegal measures taken by the United States against Iran and ignore Washington's pressure policy in order to boost Europe's ties with Tehran.
Hard-Liners Take All Parliamentary Seats in Tehran; Full Vote Totals Still Not Released RFE/RL 23 Feb 2020 -- Iranian officials said hard-line candidates won all 30 parliamentary seats in the capital Tehran, as a delay in the release of full countrywide results fueled questions about record low turnout.
Iran's Lowest Election Turnout Since Islamic Revolution A Blow To Khamenei, Clerical Establishment RFE/RL 23 Feb 2020 -- Iranians have largely ignored a massive get-out-the vote effort by the government to record the lowest turnout for a nationwide election since the establishment of the Islamic republic in 1979.
Iran Voter Turnout Below 50%; a First Since 1979 Islamic Revolution VOA 23 Feb 2020 -- Iran's Interior Ministry said Sunday voter turnout in recent parliamentary elections stood at 42.57%, the lowest since the 1979 Islamic Revolution.
President Rouhani orders national HQ to control coronavirus outbreak in Iran Press TV 23 Feb 2020 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has officially instructed the Health Ministry to form a national headquarters tasked with containing the outbreak of the new coronavirus.
Iran introduces contingency plans as coronavirus death toll rises to 8 Press TV 23 Feb 2020 -- Iran has put in place a set of contingency plans, including the temporary shutdown of schools, universities and cultural centers, in an effort to curb a coronavirus outbreak that has already claimed eight lives in the country.
Iran's Coronavirus Death Toll Reaches Eight; Authorities Closing Schools, Theaters RFE/RL 23 Feb 2020 -- Iranian authorities reported two more deaths from the deadly coronavirus, bringing the country's death toll to eight -- the highest such toll outside the disease's epicenter in China.
Afghanistan Detects 3 Suspected Coronavirus Cases Linked to Outbreak in Iran VOA 23 Feb 2020 -- Health officials in Afghanistan reported three suspected cases of coronavirus Sunday in a western province next to the border with Iran, where the outbreak of the disease has killed at least eight people amid a rise in new cases.
Veep: Fight against coronavirus requires nat'l resolve IRNA 23 Feb 2020 -- Iran's First Vice President Eshaq Jahangiri said on Sunday that fight against coronavirus requires national resolve.
Counter coronavirus measures intensified at Khosravi, Parviz Khan borders IRNA 23 Feb 2020 -- Head of Qasre-Shirin Health Network Reza Mansouri said on Sunday that preventive measures against coronavirus disease have been intensified at the Khosravi and Parvizkhan borders and medical teams are present to deliver timely services round the clock.
Rouhani orders formation of nat'l committee to manage coronavirus IRNA 23 Feb 2020 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani in a decree ordered health minister to set up a national committee for managing coronavirus epidemic.
Coronavirus continues to take toll in Iran IRNA 23 Feb 2020 -- Head of Iranian Health Ministry for public relations affairs said death toll of the coronavirus epidemic reached eight people, adding that 43 others were affected.
China to cooperate with Iran to defeat coronavirus IRNA 22 Feb 2020 -- China Foreign Ministry spokesperson Geng Shuang said on Saturday that China will cooperate with Iran to defeat coronavirus epidemic. He appreciated Iranian government aid to China in campaign against coronavirus epidemic.
Two more die in Iran of coronavirus as infections rise Press TV 22 Feb 2020 -- Two more people have died of coronavirus in Iran as authorities order week-long closures in major cities to prevent more infections.
New virus cases as Iran minister warns against rumormongering Press TV 22 Feb 2020 -- The number of Iranian nationals infected with a new coronavirus has risen to 28 with five fatal cases, the Health Ministry says.
Iran Reports More Coronavirus Deaths RFE/RL 22 Feb 2020 -- Iranian health officials have confirmed the fifth and sixth deaths from the coronavirus in the country.
Saudi Arabia's Passports Bans Expatriates from Travelling to Iran SPA 22 Feb 2020 -- The General Directorate of Passports has announced the continuation of the suspension of travelling of citizens and expatriates to Iran, within the framework of the health procedures adopted in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to prevent the novel coronavirus infection.
Spike in Iran Coronavirus Cases Raises Alarm VOA 22 Feb 2020 -- The head of the World Health Organization says he fears the increase in the number of cases of coronavirus in Iran could be a signal of worse things to come. Iran has reported 18 cases, including at least five deaths in the past two days.
President: Way of JCPOA talks with EU not closed by Iran IRNA 22 Feb 2020 -- President Hassan Rouhani emphasized that Iran believes the nuclear deal is in the interest of the region and the world and that the US move to withdraw from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) was detrimental to the nations of the region, the world and the American people themselves.
Iran open to talks with EU on ways to save 2015 nuclear deal: President Rouhani Press TV 22 Feb 2020 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the Islamic Republic has not closed the door to talks with the European Union on possible ways to save a 2015 landmark nuclear deal between Iran and major world powers following the US' unilateral withdrawal from it.
Iranian Leaders React After Apparent Popular Boycott of Parliamentary Election VOA 22 Feb 2020 -- Iranian media is saying that preliminary results of Friday's parliamentary election are showing conservatives winning 70% of the 290-seat chamber, with independents taking about 20%, and reformists just 10%. Many observers, however, are pointing to extremely low turnout in most parts of the country.
U.S. Military Raises Injury Toll In Iran Missile Attack In Iraq RFE/RL 22 Feb 2020 -- The Pentagon has raised to 110 the number of U.S. service members who suffered traumatic brain injuries during an Iranian missile attack on an air base in Iraq last month.
110 US troops suffered concussion, brain injury in Iranian strike: Pentagon Press TV 22 Feb 2020 -- The US Defense Department has yet again raised the number of troops wounded in Iran's retaliatory missile attack in Iraq last month, saying they have suffered "traumatic brain injuries."
Zarif briefs reporters on FATF meeting IRNA 21 Feb 2020 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif on Friday briefed the reporters on an ongoing plenary meeting of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF).
Iran receives 4th consignment of coronavirus test kits IRNA 21 Feb 2020 -- Iranian Ministry of Health, Treatment and Medical Education announced that with the efforts made by the representative of the World Health Organization in Iran Christoph Hamelmann the 4th shipment of coronavirus test kits have been delivered to Iran.
Iran's Sudden Spread Of Coronavirus Leads To Distrust In State's Handling Of The Disease RFE/RL 21 Feb 2020 -- Iranian officials have reacted to an outbreak of the coronavirus by announcing emergency measures amid public distrust over the government's handling of the disease and concern that the number of infections is much higher than reported.
Iran confirms two new deaths, 13 more coronavirus cases Press TV 21 Feb 2020 -- Iran's Health Ministry has confirmed two more deaths among 13 new cases of coronavirus, putting the total number of deaths so far in the country at four.
Global Terrorism Finance Watchdog Blacklists Iran, Grants Reprieve To Pakistan RFE/RL 21 Feb 2020 -- A global financial watchdog has blacklisted Iran for failing to take measures against money laundering and the financing of terrorist groups.
Supreme Leader: Elections guarantee national interests IRNA 21 Feb 2020 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says election sustains national interests.
Iran slams FATF's politically-motivated move to place Iran on terrorism financing blacklist Press TV 21 Feb 2020 -- Iran says the move by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) to place the country on its blacklist was a politically-motivated decision, emphasizing that the Islamic Republic can never be labeled with money laundering and financing of terrorism.
Ballots Being Counted In Iranian Election Seen By U.S. As A 'Sham' RFE/RL 21 Feb 2020 -- Ballots are being counted in Iran's February 21 parliamentary elections in a polling certain to favor conservative candidates following the pre-vote disqualification of thousands of reformists or relative moderates.
United States Commends FATF for Re-imposition of Countermeasures on Iran US Dept. of State 21 Feb 2020
Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Calls for Countermeasures on Iran, Evaluates U.S. AML Framework, Releases Digital Identity Guidance US Treasury 21 Feb 2020 -- Today the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) concluded its 31st plenary meeting with a public statement calling for countermeasures on Iran. The FATF also released guidance on digital identity for customer identification and verification, and evaluated Treasury's Customer Due Diligence rule for compliance with the FATF standards.
Iran announces 3 new coronavirus cases, including doctor Press TV 20 Feb 2020 -- Iran has confirmed three new cases of coronavirus with a main center of the outbreak still being the central city of Qom where two people died on Wednesday.
Iran forms task force to fight coronavirus after two deaths reported in central city Press TV 20 Feb 2020 -- The spokesman for the Iranian administration says the country has formed a special task force to battle coronavirus, which emerged in China late last year and has claimed two lives in the Islamic Republic so far.
Two patients suspected of coronavirus quarantined in northern Iran IRNA 20 Feb 2020 -- Two patients suspected of contamination with coronavirus were quarantined in northern Iranian city of Babol, Health official with University of Medical Education in Babol Mostafa Javanian said on Thursday.
Spokesman says Government opens counter-coronavirus HQ IRNA 20 Feb 2020 -- Government spokesman announced on Thursday that a headquarters has been set up to take due measures to counter the outbreak of coronavirus.
Majlis speaker calls for immediate measures to counter coronavirus IRNA 20 Feb 2020 -- Iran's Majlis (Parliament) Speaker Ali Larijani on Thursday called for immediate measures to counter outbreak of coronavirus after two cases were confirmed in Qom, 140 km south of the Iranian capital.
Iran Reports 3 New Cases Of Coronavirus After 2 Deaths In Same City RFE/RL 20 Feb 2020 -- Iran said on February 20 that three more people have tested positive for a new coronavirus in the holy Shi'ite city of Qom, where two people the previous day had died of the illness caused by the virus.
Iraqi, Kuwait Restrict Entry Of Iranian Citizens Amid Virus Fears RFE/RL 20 Feb 2020 -- Iraq and Kuwait have temporarily restricted the entry of Iranians into their country in an effort to stem the outbreak of the deadly coronavirus following Iran's announcement that two people there had died from the disease.
Iran Army receives 8 domestically-overhauled military aircraft Press TV 20 Feb 2020 -- Iran's Army has received eight military aircraft manufactured by foreign countries and overhauled at home by Iranian experts, Press TV reports.
US sanctions five Iranian officials, including Ayatollah Jannati Press TV 20 Feb 2020 -- The United States has imposed sanctions on five Iranian officials, including Ayatollah Ahmad Jannati, the secretary of Iran's Guardian Council, which is responsible for supervising the electoral process in the country.
Every vote cast by people, slap in enemy's face: IRGC chief Press TV 20 Feb 2020 -- The chief commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says ahead of Friday's parliamentary elections that every vote people cast in ballot boxes is a slap in the enemy's face.
U.S. Sanctions Iranian Election Officials For Barring Candidates, Denying 'Fair' Poll RFE/RL 20 Feb 2020 -- The United States has imposed restrictive measures on the five unelected members of an Iranian government agency it accuses of fixing national elections that are set for later this week.
Iranians Voting For Parliamentary Candidates Vetted By Conservative Clerics RFE/RL 20 Feb 2020 -- Iranians are going to the polls on February 21 for parliamentary elections in which all candidacies have been pre-screened by hard-line Islamic clerics and thousands of applications from reformists and moderates have been rejected.
U.S. Says Iran Continues To 'Smuggle' Weapons To Huthi In Yemen RFE/RL 20 Feb 2020 -- The U.S. military says Iran is continuing to send "advanced weapons" to Yemen's Huthi rebels as part of their fight against the Saudi-backed government in the war-torn nation.
Gov't spox urges people to get news on coronavirus through Health Ministry IRNA 19 Feb 2020 -- Iranian Government spokesman Ali Rabiei urged Iranians to receive news on coronavirus epidemic through Ministry of Health, Treatment and Medical Education.
2 positive cases of coronavirus confirmed in Iran ISNA 19 Feb 2020 -- Iran's Health Ministry has confirmed two cases of coronavirus, the first in the country.
Two old men die in Iran after testing positive for coronavirus Press TV 19 Feb 2020 -- Health authorities in the central Iranian city of Qom have confirmed two deaths as a result of a first incidence of coronavirus in the country.
Iran Reports First Two Cases Of New Coronavirus RFE/RL 19 Feb 2020 -- Iranian authorities have confirmed two cases of the new COVID-19 coronavirus, the first in the country, the semiofficial ISNA news agency reported on February 19.
Iran parliament committee OKs currency overhaul bill Press TV 19 Feb 2020 -- The Iranian parliament has approved the details of a government bill to drop four zeros from the national currency rial.
High voter turnout in Iran elections will infuriate US: Rouhani Press TV 19 Feb 2020 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says an inclusive and enthusiastic popular turnout in this Friday's parliamentary elections will enrage the United States, stressing the significant role of the legislative chamber in moving forward government efforts to thwart Washington's sanctions.
Guardian Council: Vetting process based on Iran law, not politics Press TV 19 Feb 2020 -- Iran's Guardian Council, the election supervisory body, says the vetting process for the candidates in the upcoming legislative elections was solely based on law and had nothing to do with the political factions the nominees represent.
Why Iran's Very Predictable Parliamentary Vote Is Still Important RFE/RL 19 Feb 2020 -- The outcome of Iran's February 21 parliamentary elections appears to be clear cut even before the ballots are cast: hard-liners and conservatives are likely to take control of the future parliament.
Defense minister says Ukrainian plane's black box damaged IRNA 19 Feb 2020 -- Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami said on Wednesday that the Iranian defense industry has been asked to help repair the seriously damaged black box of the Ukrainian airliner.
Ministers Say Tehran Won't Hand Over 'Damaged' Black Box Of Downed Ukrainian Plane RFE/RL 19 Feb 2020 -- The black box of a Ukrainian passenger airliner shot down by Iranian forces in Tehran in January is damaged and Iran will not hand it over to another country, despite pressure for access, state media quoted top Iranian ministers as saying on February 19.
Solution to question of Palestine is in two elements: Resistance and Referendum, FM Zarif says IRNA 18 Feb 2020 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Iran has always stressed the Palestinians are the ones who have the right to choose and the Islamic Republic will accept whichever path the people of Palestine opt for.
Iran's proposal: A national referendum in territory of Palestine Press TV 18 Feb 2020 -- Iran has proposed a referendum among all Palestinian people, including Muslims, Christians, and Jews, as well as their descendants, as the only solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Iran Sentences Eight Environmental Activists On Charges Of Spying For U.S. RFE/RL 18 Feb 2020 -- Iran's judiciary says it has issued prison sentences for eight environmental activists, including an Iranian who also has British and U.S. citizenship, on charges of spying for the United States and acting against Iran's national security.
90% of defense equipment built domestically IRNA 18 Feb 2020 -- The Minister of Defense said that 90 percent of the needs of the Armed Forces are produced and provided by experts and scientists in the form of 770 domestically-built products.
Spokesman: World seem to be less calm after assassination of General Soleimani IRNA 18 Feb 2020 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman said after the assassination of Lieutenant General Soleimani, the world would be less calm because his presence was an obstruction of the activities of the terrorist groups, which was also important for the international security.
Iran's attack on Ain Assad base the starting point: IRGC commander ISNA 18 Feb 2020 -- Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Hossein Salami stressed that Iran's attack on US Ain Assad air base in Iraq following the assassination of martyr Qassem Soleimani took place at a specific geographic point, but the impact was global and strategic.
IRGC strike on US base was one but necessary step: Iran Press TV 18 Feb 2020 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) took a "necessary step" to strike a US base in Iraq last month in response to the assassination of Lieutenant General Qassem Soleimani, says the spokesman for Iran's Foreign Ministry.
Leader calls for massive election turnout to frustrate US Press TV 18 Feb 2020 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the upcoming parliamentary elections in Iran are taking place at a critical time of US pressure and attempts to drive a wedge between the Iranian nation and government, calling for a large turnout in the polls to foil Washington's "evil intentions."
Iran's Khamenei Calls For Large Turnout in Upcoming Elections to Hinder US's 'Evil Intentions' Sputnik 18 Feb 2020 -- Iran's upcoming legislative elections, which are set for 21 February, have previously been slammed by some members of the opposition and US officials as fictitious, something Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei was eager to denounce.
Iranians got used to US' contradictions, FM spokesman says IRNA 17 Feb 2020 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Abbas Mousavi said on Monday that the dignified Iranians have gotten used to the contradictions of the disgraced officials of the US.
Iran's reaction to US officials' irrelevant remarks on Iran elections ISNA 17 Feb 2020 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman, Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has rejected irrelevant remarks made by some US officials about elections in Iran, saying that the Islamic Republic attaches significance to the issue of elections at a high level compared with other countries, especially those of the region.
Iranian defense ministry wins $280 mln worth of shipbuilding deals Press TV 17 Feb 2020 -- Iranian defense ministry is to build 83 new large vessels for the country's transportation authority in deals that are worth $280 million.
IRGC chief: Iran's missile strike on US legitimate defense, strategic in nature Press TV 17 Feb 2020 -- The chief commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the country's missile strike on a US base in Iraq in response to the assassination of Lt. Gen. Qassem Soleimani and his companions was legitimate defense while being of a strategic nature.
Mousavi: US must clarify its 'nontransparent' elections before questioning Iran Press TV 17 Feb 2020 -- The spokesman for Iran's Foreign Ministry says instead of questioning the legitimacy of the voting process in Iran's elections, the US had better clarify its nontransparent voting system, which deprives most Americans of the right to express their choice.
The Iranian Elections: Who's Running, Who's Not, Who's Been Barred RFE/RL 17 Feb 2020 -- There will be more than 7,000 candidates contesting Iran's parliamentary elections -- less than half of those who applied to stand in the nationwide vote on February 21.
Rouhani: Iran successfully overcomes maximum pressure IRNA 16 Feb 2020 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said on Sunday that all indexes indicate that the Islamic Republic of Iran has successfully overcome the US maximum pressure.
US policy of 'maximum pressure' on Iran failed to achieve goals: President Rouhani Press TV 16 Feb 2020 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says the US policy for exerting 'maximum pressure' on Iran has already failed and all economic indexes show that the country has weathered the worst phase of that policy.
Is Iran Using Space Launches To Develop Long-Range Missiles? RFE/RL 16 Feb 2020 -- Iran's latest failed attempt to send a satellite into orbit has rekindled U.S. accusations that Tehran is using satellite launches to develop its ballistic missiles.
Rohani Says Tehran Will Never Talk To U.S. Under Pressure RFE/RL 16 Feb 2020 -- President Hassan Rohani says Iran will never hold talks with the United States under pressure or from a position of weakness, adding that Tehran's help was needed in establishing stability in the Middle East.
Zarif says Trump responsible for escalation with Iran IRNA 15 Feb 2020 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Saturday that US President Donald Trump is responsible for escalation with Iran and it is up to Trump to de-escalate by lifting the inhumane sanctions on Iran.
FM Zarif says General Soleimani assassination a miscalculation by US IRNA 15 Feb 2020 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said late on Friday that the US killing of a top Iranian general was a miscalculation that has had the effect of bolstering support in Iraq for the removal of American troops, a longtime goal of Tehran.
Iran Air Force outfits F1 warplanes with indigenous radar, other military equipment Press TV 15 Feb 2020 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force (IRIAF) says it has outfitted its Mirage F1 fighter jets with indigenously-developed radars and various other equipment of domestic manufacture.
Zarif Tries To Downplay U.S. 'Maximum Pressure' RFE/RL 15 Feb 2020 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said that U.S. President Donald Trump was receiving bad advice if he believed America's "maximum pressure" campaign against his country would cause the government in Tehran to collapse.
Zarif: Iran Willing To Return To Full Compliance With Nuclear Deal If Europe Helps RFE/RL 15 Feb 2020 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Tehran would be willing to move back to full compliance with the 2015 nuclear deal if Europe provides "meaningful" economic benefits.
Report: Iranian Hackers Still Targeting Western Universities RFE/RL 14 Feb 2020 -- Government-backed Iranian hackers have targeted universities in Europe, the United States, and Australia in the past months, consultancy firm PricewaterhouseCoopers has found, according to Dutch broadcaster NOS.
U.S. Accuses China's Huawei Of Helping Iran Track Protesters RFE/RL 14 Feb 2020 -- The U.S. Justice Department has accused Huawei Technologies of helping Iran track protesters in its latest indictment against the Chinese tech giant as Washington steps up pressure on the world's largest telecommunications equipment maker.
Israel sets up new Iran command for action against Iran: Report Press TV 14 Feb 2020 -- The Israeli military has set up a new "Iran command" amid Tel Aviv's anti-Tehran confrontational rhetoric, according to Israeli media.
Iran Election Campaign Starts With Thousands Barred From Running RFE/RL 13 Feb 2020 -- The weeklong campaigning for Iran's parliamentary elections kicked off with more than 7,000 candidates vying for the 290 seats in the legislature, state TV reported on February 13.
Iran Pulls Out All The Stops To Get An Apathetic Public To Vote RFE/RL 13 Feb 2020 -- Rising anti-government fervor, a biting economic crisis, and the absence of free and fair elections are likely to dampen voter turnout in Iran's upcoming parliamentary elections.
U.S. Grants Iraq Waiver To Buy Iranian Energy Supplies, But Sets Conditions RFE/RL 13 Feb 2020 -- The United States has granted a 45-day waiver to allow Iraq to continue to buy gas and electricity from Iran, despite sanctions imposed by Washington targeting Tehran's energy sector.
Defense minister says Iran's satellite carriers "totally civilian" IRNA 12 Feb 2020 -- Minister of Defense and Logistics of the Armed Forces said on Wednesday that the Iranian satellite carriers are not related to the missiles whatsoever and are totally a civilian and non-defense issue.
Iran's Commitments to the Financial Action Task Force US Dept. of State 12 Feb 2020 -- The United States calls on Iran to fulfill its commitments to the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) and adhere to the FATF's anti-money laundering and combating the financing of terrorism standards that protect the international financial system from illicit finance.
U.S. Customs Chief Admits Agents Mistreated Iranian Americans At U.S.-Canada Border RFE/RL 12 Feb 2020 -- The acting head of the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agency acknowledged that agents were out of line last month when they detained dozens of Iranian-Americans and Iranians at a border crossing near Canada in Washington State.
Iran's Failed Space Launch US Dept. of State 11 Feb 2020 -- The Iranian regime uses satellite launches to develop its ballistic missile capabilities. The technologies used to launch satellites into orbit are virtually identical and interchangeable with those used in longer range systems, including intercontinental ballistic missiles. Each launch, whether failed or not, further allows Iran to gain experience using such technologies that could benefit its missile programs under the guise of a peaceful space program.
Four Texans, One New Yorker Arrested for Conspiracy to Sell Sanctioned Iranian Oil to Refinery in China for Huge Profit US Dept. of Justice 11 Feb 2020 -- The Department of Justice today announced that the following defendants were arrested and charged by Complaint on charges of conspiracy and violating the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) based on their attempt to transact in sanctioned Iranian oil:
Rohani Urges Iranians To Vote As Country Marks Islamic Revolution RFE/RL 11 Feb 2020 -- President Hassan Rohani has used a speech marking the 41th anniversary of the 1979 Islamic Revolution to encourage Iranian voters to participate in upcoming parliamentary elections.
U.S. Accuses Iran Of Using Satellite Launches To Develop Ballistic Missiles RFE/RL 11 Feb 2020 -- The United States has accused Tehran of using satellite launches to develop ballistic missiles two days after Iranian officials reported a failed attempt to send an Iranian-made Zafar satellite into Earth orbit.
U.S. Raises Brain-Injury Toll In Iran Attack For Fifth Time, Now Says 109 Hurt RFE/RL 11 Feb 2020 -- The U.S. military has for the fifth time raised the number of U.S. service members who suffered traumatic brain injuries after an Iranian missile attack on an air base in Iraq last month.
Over 100 US forces diagnosed with brain injuries from Iran strikes: US officials Press TV 10 Feb 2020 -- The US military is reportedly planning to announce a more than 50-percent rise in the number of cases of traumatic brain injury (TBI) among its soldiers following Iran's retaliatory strikes on an American military base in Iraq last month.
US' 'embedded irrationality' eroding optimism in JCPOA: Iran's nuclear chief Press TV 10 Feb 2020 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says unilateral withdrawal of the United States from a landmark and multilateral nuclear deal with Iran, officially known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), has undermined the agreement, which could serve to prove that diplomacy is the most viable option for tackling toughest international issues.
US to exempt Iraq from sanctions against Iran, Iraqi officials say Press TV 10 Feb 2020 -- The United States has announced to Iraq its readiness to renew sanctions waivers allowing the country to continue importing gas and electricity from Iran, Iraqi officials say.
Amid Pressure From U.S. Sanctions, Iran Reaches Out Publicly To China RFE/RL 10 Feb 2020 -- With tensions high between the United States and Tehran, Iran's attempts to reach out to China have increasingly been put on public display.
Iran Says U.S. Killing Of Soleimani Weakens Fight Against Islamic State RFE/RL 10 Feb 2020 -- A high-ranking Iranian military commander who was killed in a U.S. drone strike last month had sought to bring stability to the Middle East, Iranian President Hassan Rohani said on February 10.
Iran's Zafar satellite launched successfully, fails to reach orbit Press TV 09 Feb 2020 -- The spokesman for the Iranian Space Agency (ISA) says the country has successfully launched its domestically-made Zafar (Triumph) satellite using a Simorgh (Phoenix) satellite carrier, though the missile fell short of reaching the designated orbit.
Iranian Satellite Launched But Fails To Reach Earth's Orbit RFE/RL 09 Feb 2020 -- Iranian Satellite Launched But Fails To Reach Earth's OrbitIranian state television reports that Iran on February 9 failed in an attempt to launch an Iranian-made Zafar satellite into the Earth's orbit.
Iran unveils 'Raad-500' missile IRNA 09 Feb 2020 -- Iran unveiled 'Raad-500' missile with 'Zoheir' composite propelling engine, a new generation of missile propelling system and satellite carriers.
Iran unveils "Raad 500" missile ISNA 09 Feb 2020 -- Iran has unveiled a new missile dubbed "Raad 500" (Thunder 500) with a composite engine as well as the new generation of engines for propelling missiles and satellite carriers.
Iran unveils new missile with composite engine block Press TV 09 Feb 2020 -- Iran has unveiled a new missile, 'Ra'd-500 (Lightning-500),' which is equipped with a composite engine block as well as the new generation of propellant for missiles and satellite carriers.
Iran signs $1.4bn deal to develop two oilfields Press TV 08 Feb 2020 -- An Iranian energy engineering conglomerate has been awarded with a deal worth $1.4 billion to develop two oilfields southeast of the country.
Iran details rendering aid to its nationals to deal with coronavirus in China IRNA 06 Feb 2020 -- Iran's Embassy in China elaborated Thursday on its measures taken to counter coronavirus to help the Iranian nationals here.
Zarif: Iran will sue Trump for economic, military and cultural terrorism Press TV 06 Feb 2020 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the Islamic Republic will take legal action against US President Donald Trump on charges of committing economic, military and cultural terrorism against the country.
IAEA: Iran not taken any new measure in violation of JCPOA Press TV 06 Feb 2020 -- Head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) says Iran has not taken any new measures in violation of the 2015 nuclear deal after it declared last month it will scrap all its commitments under the accord.
American plot of 'Deal of the Century' will die before Trump dies: Supreme Leader ISNA 05 Feb 2020 -- Ahead of the 41st anniversary of the victory of the Islamic revolution, thousands of people from various groups met with the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei at the Hussayniyeh of Imam Khomeini on Wednesday.
Zarif denounces Trump's so-called peace plan as 'big plot of century' Press TV 05 Feb 2020 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has underlined the need for unity and solidarity among the Palestinian groups to counter the US's recently unveiled pro-Israel plan which he described as "the big plot of the century."
Ayatollah Khamenei: Trump deal to die sooner than Trump himself Press TV 05 Feb 2020 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says Donald Trump's pro-occupation plan for ending the Palestinian-Israeli conflict will suffer demise even before the US president himself.
Sudan leader says stance on Palestine will not change amid anger over Netanyahu meeting Press TV 05 Feb 2020 -- Sudan's ruling council chief says Khartoum's stance on the issue of Palestine will "remain firm," and that his secret talks with the Israeli premier were meant to "protect national security," amid anger at home against what is largely seen as a radical change in the African state's longtime anti-occupation foreign policy.
Iran's President Rouhani Brands Trump's Israeli-Palestinian Deal 'Crime of the Century' Sputnik 05 Feb 2020 -- US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu unveiled the so-called 'deal of the century' in late January. The plan was harshly criticised by a number of states and human rights groups which said it was biased towards Israel.
JCPOA dispute settlement mechanism not to be operationalized: Iran ISNA 05 Feb 2020 -- Iran's President chief of staff, Mahmoud Vaezi said what has been previously told about the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action dispute settlement mechanism won't be operationalized.
Iran to open largest flare gas refinery soon: Zangeneh Press TV 05 Feb 2020 -- Iran will soon bring online its biggest refinery for processing natural gas associated with oil production, built with $3 billion of investment, Minister of Petroleum Bijan Zangeneh says.
Iran sends plane to China to transfer Iranian students home IRNA 04 Feb 2020 -- Iran has dispatched on Tuesday a passenger plane for transferring home the Iranian students who are studying in the city of Wuhan, China, an official said.
Iran sends flight to Wuhan, reaffirms support for China Press TV 04 Feb 2020 -- Iran has sent a plane to retrieve dozens of students confined in the Chinese city of Wuhan, the epicenter of a coronavirus outbreak.
Europe minds to give more time to nuclear negotiations, says Borrell IRNA 04 Feb 2020 -- European Union Foreign Policy Chief Josep Borrell said on Tuesday that European parts to the JCPOA by triggering dispute resolution mechanism want to keep the deal alive and give more time for negotiations.
EU likely to avoid sending Iran nuclear case to UN, triggering new sanctions: Borrell Press TV 04 Feb 2020 -- The European Union will extend indefinitely the time limit to resolve disputes in a 2015 nuclear deal signed between Iran and major world powers to avoid having to go to the United Nations Security Council or triggering new sanctions, EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell says.
Iran to Continue Cooperation on Ukrainian Plane Crash Probe After Talks Leak- Authorities Sputnik 04 Feb 2020 -- Iran will continue cooperating with other countries on the probe into the Ukrainian aircraft crash despite the leak of dispatchers' talks, the country's Civil Aviation Organisation said.
CIA spy in Iran sentenced to death: Judiciary Spox IRNA 04 Feb 2020 -- Iran's Judiciary spokesman said on Tuesday that the spy who had passed Iran's nuclear information to the Central Intelligence Agency of the US (CIA) is sentenced to death.
CIA spy sentenced to death ISNA 04 Feb 2020 -- "Amir Rahimpour, a CIA spy who was trying to pass on Iran's nuclear information to US, is sentenced to death," Iran's Judiciary spokesman, Gholamhossein Esmaili said on Tuesday.
Iran's judiciary sentences "CIA spy" to death: spokesman People's Daily 04 Feb 2020 -- Iran's Judiciary spokesman Gholam Hossein Esmaili said Tuesday that the country's Supreme Court has approved the death sentence of an Iranian who was spying for the United States, semi-official Fars news agency reported.
Iran's top court upholds death sentence for CIA spy Press TV 04 Feb 2020 -- Iran's Judiciary says the Supreme Court has upheld a death sentence issued against an Iranian individual convicted of committing espionage for the US Central Intelligence Agency (CIA).
One Person In Iran Sentenced To Death, Two Others To Prison For Spying For CIA RFE/RL 04 Feb 2020 -- One person was sentenced to death and two more people were sentenced to lengthy prison terms for spying for the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency, a spokesman for Iran's judiciary said on February 4.
Denmark, Netherlands summon Saudi ambassadors over espionage activities Press TV 04 Feb 2020 -- The Danish and Dutch governments have summoned the Saudi ambassadors to Copenhagen and Stockholm, respectively, in order to express their official protest after arresting and charging four terrorists for spying on behalf of the kingdom in the two European states.
Iran's Zafar observation satellite to be launched by weekend: ICT Minister Press TV 03 Feb 2020 -- Iran's minister of information and communication technology (ICT) says the country will launch its Zafar (Victory) observation satellite by the end of the Iranian week (February 7) to orbit the Earth at an altitude of 530 km.
Denmark Arrests Three Iranians Accused Of Spying For Saudi Arabia RFE/RL 03 Feb 2020 -- The Danish Security and Intelligence Service (PET) says it has arrested and charged three members of an Iranian secessionist movement on suspicion of spying for Saudi Arabia in Denmark.
Ukrainian President Says Compensation Offered By Iran For Shooting Down Airliner Not Enough RFE/RL 03 Feb 2020 -- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has said in televised remarks that Iran offered $80,000 per victim after it shot down a Ukrainian passenger jet on January 8, but that Ukraine did not accept the offer because "it was too little."
Some Relatives Of Ukrainian Airliner Victims Complain Of Pressure From Iranian Authorities RFE/RL 03 Feb 2020 -- A man who lost his wife in Iran's January 8 downing of a Ukrainian passenger jet says he fled the country after being pressured by authorities for criticizing the way the government handled the tragedy.
Iran to Stop Coordinating With Ukraine After Air Traffic Recordings Leaked VOA 03 Feb 2020 -- Tehran said Monday that it would stop sharing information with Kyiv about the downing of a Ukrainian jetliner last month, after a Ukrainian TV channel released leaked recordings from Iranian air traffic control.
Iran slams Ukraine's leak of recording related to downed plane Press TV 03 Feb 2020 -- Iranian authorities have slammed the airing of recording in Ukraine related to a plane crash last month in Iran, saying the move would cause Tehran to stop sharing further information with Kiev over the incident.
Tehran Stops Sharing Evidence From Plane Crash With Kyiv After Leak RFE/RL 03 Feb 2020 -- An Iranian official says his country will stop sharing with Kyiv evidence from the crash of a Ukrainian airliner shot down near Tehran last month after audio from the investigation showing the authorities were aware immediately that a missile may have downed the plane was leaked by Ukrainian media.
Iran vows to continue nuclear program with "determination" despite U.S. pressures People's Daily 03 Feb 2020 -- The spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) said Sunday that Iran will advance its nuclear program with greater determination despite U.S. pressures, according to Tehran Times daily.
Iran ready to continue cooperation with EU to solve problems: Rouhani Press TV 03 Feb 2020 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has once again reaffirmed the Islamic Republic's full commitment to a historic nuclear deal it clinched with major world powers in 2015, expressing Tehran's readiness to continue cooperation with the European Union to resolve issues surrounding the accord.
Iran FM, top EU diplomat discuss JCPOA, de-escalation in Persian Gulf Press TV 03 Feb 2020 -- European Union foreign policy chief, Josep Borrell, and Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif have discussed latest developments surrounding a landmark 2015 nuclear deal between Tehran and major world powers as well as ways to de-escalate tensions in the Persian Gulf.
EU's Top Diplomat Holds Talks In Iran 'To De-Escalate Tensions' RFE/RL 03 Feb 2020 -- Top EU diplomat Josep Borrell and Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif have held talks in Tehran aimed at lowering tensions over the Iran's nuclear program.
Rouhani: Iran Ready to 'Return to Its Commitments' to Nuclear Deal VOA 03 Feb 2020 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says Iran is ready to "return to its commitments" under the 2015 nuclear deal when other parties uphold their commitments.
Spox: Iran welcomes appointment of Tawfiq Allawi as new Iraqi PM IRNA 02 Feb 2020 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Abbas Mousavi said on Sunday that the Islamic Republic of Iran hails appointment of Mohammed Tawfiq Allawi as new Iraqi Prime Minister to support independence, national sovereignty, territorial integrity and reinforcing democracy basis in Iraq.
Iran welcomes election of Allawi as new prime minister of Iraq Press TV 02 Feb 2020 -- Iran has welcomed the appointment of Mohammed Tawfiq Allawi as the new prime minister of Iraq after months of political deadlock in the Arab country.
Def. Min says armed forces' are in full combat, logistics readiness IRNA 02 Feb 2020 -- The Minister of Defense and Logistics Brigadier General Amir Hatami said on Sunday that Iranian armed forces are in full combat readiness and their flexibility in rendering timely relief aid services has roots in their tactical power.
Iran's Guardian Council approves 2,000 more nominees for parliamentary elections Press TV 02 Feb 2020 -- Iran's Guardian Council, the election supervisory body, says following the preliminary disqualification of some nominees for the upcoming parliamentary elections, 2,000 of those previously disqualified have been approved again after more vetting.
Iran to launch observation satellite in coming days: ISA head Press TV 02 Feb 2020 -- Head of the Iranian Space Agency (ISA) Morteza Barari says the country is preparing to launch its new domestically-developed scientific observation satellite in the "coming days".
Iran To Launch Satellite In 'Coming Days,' Space Agency Head Says RFE/RL 01 Feb 2020 -- Iran has confirmed that it plans to launch a new scientific observation satellite in the "coming days," the head of the country's national space agency said in an interview with AFP.
Iran's Navy owns epic records after Islamic Revolution, commander says IRNA 01 Feb 2020 -- Navy Commander Rear-Admiral Hossein Khanzadi said on Saturday that the force has had epic records during the four decades after the Islamic Revolution.
Iranian Army ground forces among top world military powers IRNA 01 Feb 2020 -- Commander of the Iranian Army Ground Forces Brigadier General Kiumars Heidari said on Saturday that the Iranian ground forces are among top world powers in terms of logistics and military might.
Interior Minister: Special measures taken to prevent Coronavirus IRNA 01 Feb 2020 -- Iranian Interior Minister Abdolreza Rahmani Fazli said on Saturday that special measures have been taken to prevent Coronavirus.

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