November 2020 - Iran Special Weapons News

Some 371 more Iranians die from COVID-19 over past 24 hours IRNA 30 Nov 2020 -- Some 371 people in Iran have died as a result of the coronavirus disease over the past 24 hours, Iranian Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Monday.
Drone Strike Reportedly Kills One of Iran's IRGC Commanders in Western Iraq Sputnik 30 Nov 2020 -- A drone strike killed one of the commanders of the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), Muslim Shahdan, in Iraq's Al Anbar Province bordering Syria, Al Arabiya reported on Monday, citing Iraqi sources.
Iran Mourns Nuclear Scientist VOA 30 Nov 2020 -- Iran held a funeral service Monday for nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, whose killing Friday has drawn threats of retaliation from Iranian leaders.
Iran Holds Funeral For Slain Nuclear Scientist Amid Calls For Revenge RFE/RL 30 Nov 2020 -- Iran has held a funeral for top nuclear physicist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, who founded its military nuclear program two decades ago, with the Islamic republic's defense minister vowing to continue the scientist's work.
Nuclear scientist laid to rest as Iran vows to continue his work Press TV 30 Nov 2020 -- Iran's top nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh has been laid to rest three days after his assassination outside Tehran, with the country's defense minister pledging to continue his work "with more speed and more power."
Funeral ceremony of martyred Mohsen Fakhrizadeh ISNA 30 Nov 2020 -- The funeral ceremony of the martyred Iranian scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh was held in Tehran on Monday with his family and a number of officials in attendance.
Iran's Security Apparatus Under Fire After Top Nuclear Scientist Assassinated RFE/RL 30 Nov 2020 -- The attack that targeted Iran's top nuclear scientist took place in broad daylight not far from the capital, Tehran.
Minister: Intelligence Ministry has many clues about Fakhrizadeh assassination IRNA 30 Nov 2020 -- Iranian Intelligence Minister Mahmoud Alavi said on Monday that intelligence and security forces have started identifying the ostentatious terrorist elements behind the assassination of Iranian scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh and have gained many clues.
Many leads found on assassination of Iran nuclear scientist: Intelligence minister Press TV 30 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Intelligence Minister Mahmoud Alavi says the country's security forces have found a lot of new leads on the recent assassination of senior Iranian nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh.
Iran Security Chief Says They Know Who Plotted Top Nuclear Scientist's Murder Sputnik 30 Nov 2020 -- Iran has identified the mastermind behind last week's assassination of the country's top nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, the secretary of the Supreme National Security Council said on Monday.
Enemy trying to assassinate Iran's scientist Fakhrizadeh for 20 years, official says IRNA 30 Nov 2020 -- Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Shamkhani said on Monday that the enemies had been trying hard to assassinate of Iran's defense industry scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh for 20 years before his martyrdom.
Defense minister: Idiot acts, assassinations not to go unanswered IRNA 30 Nov 2020 -- Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier-General Amir Hatami warned on Monday that crimes, assassinations and foolish terrorist acts will not remain unanswered.
Iran reminds IAEA of its 'immediate, primary responsibility' over Fakhrizadeh killing Press TV 30 Nov 2020 -- Iran's envoy to Vienna-based international organizations has rapped the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) for keeping silent over the recent assassination of Iranian nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh.
Double-standard approach to terror unconstructive, foments terrorism: Iran envoy Press TV 30 Nov 2020 -- Iran's permanent ambassador to international organizations in Vienna has slammed world bodies for their silence in the face of acts of terrorism targeting the Iranian nation and its elite personalities.
Assassination of a nuclear scientist: A closer look Press TV 30 Nov 2020 -- The assassination of Dr. Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, a leading nuclear scientist, has been condemned worldwide. Although fingers are pointing toward Israel as being behind the assassination, what is for certain is that the timing of the attack speaks volumes.
Weapon used in nuclear scientist's assassination made in Israel: Source tells Press TV Press TV 30 Nov 2020 -- The remains of the weapon used in the Friday assassination of senior nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh show that it was made in Israel, an informed source has told Press TV.
Iranian Government Says Diplomacy Still Possible, Even Amid Revenge Calls Radio Farda 30 Nov 2020 -- An Iranian government spokesman said diplomacy is still possible, even as others in the country called for revenge after the targeted assassination of nuclear physicist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh.
Iran's Foreign Minister Says Adversary Powers Try to Keep Sanctions Against Iran Sputnik 30 Nov 2020 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif on Monday said that proponents of hard-line policies against Iran intend to undermine the atmosphere that has been created to lift sanctions from the country.
Iranian Defence Minister Warns Assassination of Nuclear Scientist Will Not Go Unanswered Sputnik 30 Nov 2020 -- Iranian Defence Minister Amir Hatami, during the funeral ceremony for assassinated nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh on Monday, warned that Tehran would respond to the crime committed against the country.
UN Expert Slams Limits On Minorities' Rights To Worship, Citing Russia, Iran, Among Others Radio Farda 30 Nov 2020 -- A top UN expert has urged countries to repeal laws infringing on minorities' rights to worship and hold beliefs, singling out Iran, Tajikistan, Afghanistan, Russia, and Moldova, among countries of concern.
Official: COVID-19 kills 389 more in Iran IRNA 29 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Sunday that some 389 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 47,874.
Health minister says COVID19 death toll falling IRNA 29 Nov 2020 -- Iranian Minister of Health, Treatment and Medical Education Saeed Namaki said after about one month, coronavirus daily death toll reached to below 400 cases for the second consecutive day.
Zarif: Assassination of Iran's scientist shows perpetrators' warmongering IRNA 29 Nov 2020 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif in a message said that the assassination of Iranian scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh indicates the warmongering nature of its perpetrators.
Official: Iran's reaction to Fakhrizadeh's assassination to be rigid, decisive IRNA 29 Nov 2020 -- Head of Strategic Council on Foreign Relations of Iran Kamal Kharrazi stressed on Sunday that the Islamic Republic of Iran will respond decisively to the terrorists who took assassinated Iranian defense industry scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh.
President Rouhani orders countering measures endangering Iran's security IRNA 29 Nov 2020 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani extended his condolences on the assassination of the Iranian scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh and ordered the necessary follow-up to prevent and counter such terrorist acts.
Elements behind Natanz incident, Martyr Fakhrizadeh's assassination the same: AEOI spokesman ISNA 29 Nov 2020 -- The spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Behrouz Kamalvandi stressed that elements behind the assassination of Iranian scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh and the act of sabotage at the Natanz nuclear facility are the same.
Iran condemns killing of top scientist, int'l community expresses concern People's Daily 29 Nov 2020 -- Following the recent killing of its top nuclear scientist, Iran has condemned the violence and vowed punishment, while regional countries and global bodies have expressed concern over rising tensions in the region and urged restraint.
Iran's top leader calls for "punishment" of perpetrators People's Daily 29 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Saturday called for "punishment" of those who have assassinated top Iranian nuclear scientist, the leader's official website reported. "The Iranian prominent defense and nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhri Zadeh was martyred by the criminal mercenaries," Khamenei said in a message. The Iranian leader called on the country's authorities to "seriously ... probe this crime and punish the perpetrators."
Israel has long history of assassinating scientific elites across world Press TV 29 Nov 2020 -- The assassination of Iranian prominent physicist and nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, who played a leading role in the search for "homegrown test kits for COVID-19," carries fingerprints of the Israeli regime, which has long history of murdering scientific elites across parts of the world.
Serious indications of Israeli role in scientist assassination: Zarif Press TV 29 Nov 2020 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the recent assassination of a senior Iranian nuclear scientist bears the clear hallmark of atrocities committed by the Israeli regime, which has already murdered a number of Iran's scientific elites.
World must abandon double standards, condemn state terror: Iran foreign minister Press TV 29 Nov 2020 -- Iran's foreign minister has urged the international community to give up its double standards in dealing with terrorism and condemn all forms of state-sponsored acts of terror.
Iran to give 'calculated', 'firm' response to scientist's assassination: Senior official Press TV 29 Nov 2020 -- The head of Iran's Strategic Council on Foreign Relations says the Islamic Republic will give a calculated response to the recent assassination of senior nuclear scientist, Mohsen Fakhrizadeh.
Iran Parliament passes double-urgency motion to counter US sanctions Press TV 29 Nov 2020 -- The majority of Iranian lawmakers have approved double urgency of a strategic motion, which aims to counteract unilateral sanctions imposed on the Islamic Republic by Western countries, topped by the United States.
MPs demand Iran restrict IAEA inspections after scientist assassination Press TV 29 Nov 2020 -- Iranian lawmakers have issued a statement demanding that the country respond to the recent assassination of a senior nuclear scientist near Tehran by restricting the United Nations' regulatory mandate regarding Iran's nuclear program.
Iran's Quds Force Calls Scientist's Assassination Handiwork 'of Arrogant International Thieves' Sputnik 29 Nov 2020 -- Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, a senior Iranian nuclear scientist, died of injuries sustained in a brazen daylight gun and bomb attack on his vehicle on Friday afternoon in a small town east of Tehran. The assassination caused a surge in regional tensions, with Iranian officials almost immediately blaming Israel for the attack. Tel Aviv remains silent.
Iran's Lawmakers Pass Bill to Boost Nuclear Activity in Wake of Top Scientist's Murder, Reports Say Sputnik 29 Nov 2020 -- The Iranian parliament has passed a bill, dubbed "The strategic measure for the removal of sanctions," aimed at revitalizing the country's nuclear activities in the wake of the assassination of Iranian nuclear physicist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, the Tasnim news agency reported on Sunday.
Murdered Iranian Scientist Had Been Targeted by Multiple Israeli PMs, Mossad Chiefs, Report Alleges Sputnik 29 Nov 2020 -- Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, a senior Iranian nuclear physicist whom Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had named as the head of an alleged Iranian programme to build a nuclear bomb, was assassinated by gunmen on Friday in an attack in the town of Absard, about 175 km east of Tehran. Iranian officials have threatened to retaliate for the murder.
Analysts: Iran Likely to Delay Response to Assassination of Top Nuclear Scientist VOA 29 Nov 2020 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has vowed to avenge the assassination of nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh — a killing he and other Iranian leaders blame on Israel. But some diplomats and analysts say they don't expect Iran to retaliate quickly for the meticulously planned shooting Friday of the 59-year-old scientist, the second senior Iranian military figure to be assassinated this year.
Official: 391 more Iranians die from COVID-19 over past 24 hours IRNA 28 Nov 2020 -- Some 391 people in Iran have died as a result of the coronavirus disease over the past 24 hours, Iranian Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Saturday.
Commander: Iran's Navy successful model of sanctions' ineffectiveness IRNA 28 Nov 2020 -- Deputy Commander of Iran's Army for Coordination Affairs Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari in a message on Navy Day described Iran's Navy as a successful model of the ineffectiveness of sanctions.
Killing Of Iranian Nuclear Scientist Risks Conflict, Complicates Diplomacy For Biden RFE/RL 28 Nov 2020 -- Iran's top nuclear scientist was assassinated in an ambush near Tehran on November 27, in a brazen attack that threatens to escalate tensions between Iran and the United States and its close ally Israel.
Iran Accuses U.S., Israel In Killing Of Top Nuclear Scientist RFE/RL 28 Nov 2020 -- Iran's supreme leader has called for retaliation for the assassination of the country's top nuclear scientist, raising concerns about a new confrontation between Iran and Israel or the United States.
Iran's Rohani Accuses U.S., Israel In Killing Of Top Nuclear Scientist Radio Farda 28 Nov 2020 -- Iranian President Hassan Rohani has accused Israel of acting as a "mercenary" for the United States in connection with the assassination of Iran's top nuclear scientist near Tehran.
Iran holds US, Israel responsible for Fakhrizadeh assassination IRNA 28 Nov 2020 -- Ambassador and Permanent Representative of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the United Nations (UN) Majid Takht Ravanchi held US and the Israeli regimes accountable for assassination of the Iranian scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh.
Will assassination of Fakhrizadeh open a Pandora's box? Global Times 28 Nov 2020 -- Iranian nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh has been assassinated. Western countries have remained silent about this barbaric and shameless act. Imagine if a leading scientist from the US or the UK was assassinated, what kind of tsunami of public condemnation would that cause?
UN calls for restraint to avoid escalation in Mideast following assassination of top Iranian nuclear scientist Global Times 28 Nov 2020 -- A United Nations (UN) spokesman on Friday called for exercising restraint and avoiding escalation in the Middle East region following the assassination of top Iranian nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh.
Parliament Nat'l Security Commission to investigate dimensions of Fakhrizadeh assassination IRNA 28 Nov 2020 -- Rapporteur for Iranian Parliament National Security and Foreign Policy Commission Abolfazl Amouei on Saturday announced that the extraordinary meeting of the commission tonight will examine various aspects of the assassination of Martyr Mohsen Fakhrizadeh.
Iran says aggressors will not determine game field IRNA 28 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Government spokesman Ali Rabiei said on Saturday that Iran will definitely punish the aggressors, but not in the game field that they define.
Supreme Leader orders to punish terror crime perpetrators IRNA 28 Nov 2020 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei in a message on Saturday ordered to punish perpetrators of terrorist attack to assassinate Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, the head of Research and Innovation Organization of Iran Ministry of Defense.
President says Iran will reciprocate assassination of scientist appropriately IRNA 28 Nov 2020 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said on Saturday that Iran will give a timely response appropriately to the assassination of a defensive industry scientist of the country.
Overt and covert goals of assassination of Iran's defense industry scientist IRNA 28 Nov 2020 -- Terrorist attack to assassinate Iran's defense industry scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh seems to have been planned to create tension and to push Iran into a military confrontation when Washington's maximum pressure doomed to total failure.
Rouhani: Fakhrizadeh martyrdom to make Iranian scientists more determined IRNA 28 Nov 2020 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani in a message offered his condolences over the assassination of the Iranian scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh and said enemies should be aware that such terrorist acts will not only fail to hinder Iranian scientists' endeavours but make them more determined to continue Fakhrizadeh's way.
Commander promises severe punishment for perpetrators of 'big crime' IRNA 28 Nov 2020 -- Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Hossein Salami in a message on Friday condemned assassination of the outstanding manager in Iran's defense sector, saying that perpetrators of the 'big crime' will certainly be punished severely.
Relevant officials to respond to Martyr Fakhrizadeh's assassination in time: President Rouhani ISNA 28 Nov 2020 -- Condemning the martyrdom of Dr. Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, Iranian President emphasized, "All think tanks of the enemies of Iran should know well that the Iranian nation and the country's officials are more courageous and brave than to let this criminal act without a response, and the relevant official will respond appropriately to this crime.
Perpetrators, commanders of assassination of Iranian scientist should be prosecuted: Supreme Leader ISNA 28 Nov 2020 -- The Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei issued a message following the assassination of Iranian scientist martyr Mohsen Fakhrizadeh.
Iran urges UN to take necessary measures against perpetrators of assassination of Iranian scientist: Ravanchi ISNA 28 Nov 2020 -- Iran's ambassador and permanent representative to the United Nations Majid Takht Ravanchi in a message urged the Secretary-General of the United Nations and the Security Council to strongly condemn the assassination of Iranian scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh and take necessary measures against its perpetrators.
Iran scientist assassination designed by a terrorist regime with aggression in its DNA: FM Zarif Press TV 28 Nov 2020 -- The Iranian foreign minister says the country's prominent nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh was assassinated by a terrorist regime with aggression in its DNA.
Iran's nuclear agency suspects 'Israel role' in both Natanz incident, senior scientist assassination Press TV 28 Nov 2020 -- The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), the country's nuclear agency, suspects Israeli involvement in both a July incident at Iran's Natanz nuclear facility, and the recent assassination of a prominent Iranian nuclear scientist near Tehran.
International community must condemn state terrorism, counter adventurism: Iran's Zarif Press TV 28 Nov 2020 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the international community should condemn state terrorism and build a consensus to counter tension and adventurism in the region.
Iran will respond to scientist's assassination in due time: Rouhani Press TV 28 Nov 2020 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani has warned of a plot hatched by Israel to incite chaos in the region, vowing that Tehran will at the proper time respond to the assassination of its prominent nuclear scientist.
Leader calls on Iran's science centers to continue Fakhrizadeh's efforts Press TV 28 Nov 2020 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has called on Iranian experts to preserve the scientific and technical legacy of nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, and ordered the punishment of his assassins.
Severe revenge for scientist's assassination put on Iran's agenda: IRGC chief Press TV 28 Nov 2020 -- The chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has warned that "a severe revenge and punishment" has been put on Iran's agenda in response to the assassination of a high-profile nuclear scientist with the Defense Ministry.
'Fakhrizadeh assassination another desperate attempt to disrupt Iran's development' Press TV 28 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Ambassador to the United Nations Majid Takht-Ravanchi says there are "serious indications of Israeli responsibility" in the assassination of Iranian physicist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh.
Ahmadinejad Makes Controversial Remarks About Iran's Hijab Law Radio Farda 28 Nov 2020 -- The hardline former Iranian President, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, says that the hijab law in Iran must be compatible with most people's wishes.
Iran Says It Will Reject Any Verdict Resulting From Trial Of Diplomat In Belgium RFE/RL 28 Nov 2020 -- Iran has said it will not recognize any verdict in a trial in Belgium against an Iranian diplomat who is charged with plotting to bomb an exiled opposition group's rally two years ago.
Iranian diplomat refuses to attend 'political trial' in Belgium Press TV 28 Nov 2020 -- An Iranian diplomat, who was arrested back in 2018 on the false charges of being linked to a bomb attack plot in the French capital of Paris, has refused to turn up for trial in Belgium.
Iran says top nuclear scientist assassinated near capital People's Daily 28 Nov 2020 -- Iranian high-ranking nuclear physicist Mohsen Fakhri Zadeh was assassinated near capital Tehran on Friday by "armed terrorists," Iran's Ministry of Defense announced.
New Sanctions Under the Iran, North Korea, and Syria Nonproliferation Act (INKSNA) US Dept. of State 27 Nov 2020 -- On Wednesday, November 25, 2020, the United States sanctioned four entities located in the People's Republic of China (PRC) and Russia for supporting Iran's missile program, under the Iran, North Korea, and Syria Nonproliferation Act (INKSNA).
COVID-19 kills 406 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 27 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Friday that some 406 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours.
Iran's naval power is anchor of stability in region: Statement IRNA 27 Nov 2020 -- Iran's naval deterrence and defensive power, as a point of trust and confidence in the Iranian nation, is the anchor of stability and lasting security in the strategic region of the Persian Gulf, the Strait of Hormuz and the Sea of Oman, said a statement of Iranian Ministry of Defense on Friday.
Iran's Navy says will spare no effort to maintain security IRNA 27 Nov 2020 -- Iranian Army's Navy in a statement on Thursday declared its full readiness to establish stability, security and hoist Iran's flag in the distant oceans and international waters, as well as spare no effort to sacrifice its life in this glorious path.
Iran's Navy has expanded strategic depth to faraway oceans: Top commander Press TV 27 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Navy has expanded its power so far that its strategic depth has gone beyond regional waters, says a top commander.
Top Iranian Scientist Assassinated in Attack on His Convoy VOA 27 Nov 2020 -- One of Iran's top nuclear scientists, Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, was killed Friday when his vehicle was attacked not far from the capital, Tehran. Iranian media outlets say the country's defense ministry confirmed his death after earlier reports said he was undergoing an operation at a nearby hospital.
Prominent Iranian physicist assassinated near Tehran Press TV 27 Nov 2020 -- Prominent Iranian physicist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh has been assassinated in a terrorist attack near the capital Tehran.
Iran's top official assassinated in terrorist attack IRNA 27 Nov 2020 -- Head of Research and Innovation Organization of the Ministry of Defense Mohsen Fakhrizadeh was assassinated by terrorists in a terrorist attack near Tehran on Friday.
Zarif slams assassination of Iranian scientist IRNA 27 Nov 2020 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif in a statement vehemently condemned assassination of head of Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, Head of the Research and Innovation Organization of the Ministry of Defense.
Zarif highlights Israel role in assassination of Iranian scientist IRNA 27 Nov 2020 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif in a Twitter message highlighted the role of Israeli regime's role in assassination of Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, Head of the Research and Innovation Organization of the Ministry of Defense.
Top comdr: Hard revenge awaiting Martyred Fakhrizadeh murderers IRNA 27 Nov 2020 -- Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Hossein Baqeri said hard revenge is awaiting murderers of Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, Head of the Research and Innovation Organization of the Ministry of Defense.
Majlis Speaker condemns assassination of martyr of Iran's defense industry IRNA 27 Nov 2020 -- Majlis Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf in a tweet late on Friday denounced assassination of Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, Head of the Research and Innovation Organization of the Ministry of Defense.
Intelligence Ministry starts identifying those behind Fakhrizadeh's assassination IRNA 27 Nov 2020 -- Iranian Intelligence Minister Mahmoud Alavi said on Friday that security forces have started identifying the ostentatious terrorist elements behind assassination of Mohsen Fakhrizadeh and will avenge the dear martyr's blood from the perpetrators of the crime.
Veep expresses condolences over martyrdom of Fakhrizadeh IRNA 27 Nov 2020 -- First Vice President Es'haq Jahangiri in a message on Friday expressed condolences over martyrdom of Iran's defense industry manager Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, saying that such inhumane actions are doomed to failure.
AEOI chief blasts assassination of Iran's defense industry martyr IRNA 27 Nov 2020 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (IAEO) Ali Akbar Salehi in message to Defense Minister expressed condolences over the martyrdom of one of the country's defense industry managers, saying that his martyrdom will further strengthen Islamic Iran.
Research center run by Fakhrizadeh produced first COVID-19 test kits for Iranians: Defense minister Press TV 27 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami says the country's first COVID-19 test kits were produced in a research center headed by assassinated Iranian physicist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, hailing the martyr as one of the pioneers of the country's scientific movement against the novel coronavirus.
Reactions pour in to assassination of Iranian Defense Ministry scientist Press TV 27 Nov 2020 -- The assassination of a high-profile scientist with the Iranian Defense Ministry by suspected Israel-tied terrorists has drawn reactions from other countries and senior political figures.
Eminent physicist assassination aims to hinder Iran's strategic research, former AEOI chief tells Press TV Press TV 27 Nov 2020 -- The assassination of Iran's prominent physicist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh is aimed at obstructing the Islamic Republic's strategic research, says an Iranian lawmaker and nuclear scientist, stressing that the country will strongly resist the enemies' pressure.
Iran Blames Israel For 'Terrorist' Attack That Killed Top Nuclear Scientist RFE/RL 27 Nov 2020 -- Iran's most senior nuclear scientist has been assassinated near Tehran by "armed terrorists" in an attack that Iran said bore the hallmarks of an Israeli operation.
Iran Says There Are 'Serious Indications of Israeli Responsibility' in Nulcear Scientist's Murder Sputnik 27 Nov 2020 -- Iranian officials earlier said that its prominent Iranian nuclear physicist was targeted by the Israeli intelligence agency Mossad, calling on the international community to condemn the attack.
Iranian Ayatollah's Military Adviser Vows Revenge for Assassination of Nuclear Physicist Sputnik 27 Nov 2020 -- Hossein Dehghan, a military adviser to Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, said on Friday that the assassination of Iranian Defence Ministry official Mohsen Fakhrizadeh would not be left without response.
Javad Zarif Hints at Israeli 'Role' in Killing of Iran's Top Nuclear Scientist Sputnik 27 Nov 2020 -- Earlier Friday, Iranian officials confirmed media reports that Mohsen Fakhrizadeh-Mahabadi, a high-ranking Iranian nuclear scientist, had been killed in an apparent gun and bomb-based assassination attack about 175 km east of Tehran.
Iranian Diplomat on Trial in Belgium, Charged with Plotting Attack VOA 27 Nov 2020 -- An Iranian diplomat and three other Iranian citizens went on trial in Belgium Friday for allegedly plotting to bomb a 2018 rally of the Paris-based National Council Resistance of Iran (NCRI), an opposition group in exile.
Iranian Diplomat Goes On Trial In Belgium Over Bomb Plot RFE/RL 27 Nov 2020 -- An Iranian diplomat and three other Iranians went on trial in the Belgian city of Antwerp on November 27 accused of planning to bomb a meeting of an exiled opposition group in France in 2018, the first time an EU country has put an Iranian official on trial for terrorism.
Iran's oil production from shared fields with Iraq grows by 460% in seven years IRNA 27 Nov 2020 -- Iran is producing more than 400,000 b/d of oil from West Karoon fields, shared with Iraq, which shows a 460 percent growth compared to figures from seven years ago.
Baha'is Barred From Higher Education In Iran Radio Farda 26 Nov 2020 -- "Deficient filing" is a familiar term to Baha'i youth in Iran who want to enter university and carry on their education like any other citizen enjoying one of their most fundamental rights.
Washington's Sanctions Should Not Bar Iran From Getting US Vaccines, Health Ministry Says Sputnik 26 Nov 2020 -- The worldwide death toll from the coronavirus is now over 1.4 million, while the global case tally is more than 60 million. Scientists are working on vaccines in order to stop the global pandemic, as a new wave has forced multiple countries to re-impose lockdowns or severe restrictions.
Official: 482 more Iranians die from COVID-19 over past 24 hours IRNA 26 Nov 2020 -- Some 482 people in Iran have died as a result of the coronavirus disease over the past 24 hours, Iranian Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Thursday.
Iran, Russia to cooperate on COVID-19 vaccine development IRNA 26 Nov 2020 -- Spokeswoman for Iranian Ministry of Health and Medical Education announced on Thursday that Tehran and Moscow are to cooperate on COVID-19 vaccine development.
Iran emerging victorious from 3-year economic war: President Rouhani Press TV 26 Nov 2020 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says during the past three years, the country has been engaged in a full-fledged economic war with its enemies, from which it has emerged victorious while those who waged that war will soon be thrown into history's dustbin.
Iran Extracts 400,000 Barrels Per Day From Joint Azadegan Oilfield, Report Says Sputnik 26 Nov 2020 -- Minister of Petroleum Bijan Zangeneh said that Iran extracts 400,000 barrels of oil per day (bpd) from the Azadegan joint oilfield, media reported on Thursday.
Iran extracts 400,000 bpd from Azadegan oilfield: Zangeneh IRNA 26 Nov 2020 -- Minister of Petroleum Bijan Zangeneh announced on Thursday that Iran extracts 400,000 barrels of oil per day from southwestern joint Azadegan oilfield.
Video: Iran swaps Israel's spy for three nationals jailed abroad Press TV 26 Nov 2020 -- Iran has released an Australian-British citizen, who was serving a prison sentence for spying for Israel, to secure the release of three Iranians jailed abroad on false charges.
British-Australian Academic Accused of Spying by Iran Freed in Reported Prisoner Swap Deal VOA 26 Nov 2020 -- A British-Australian academic has been released from prison in Iran after more than two years. Kylie-Moore Gilbert was convicted on espionage charges, which she has always denied.
Minister: Iran to buy 42 million doses of COVID-19 vaccine IRNA 25 Nov 2020 -- Iranian Minister of Health, Treatment and Medical Education Saeed Namaki said on Wednesday that Iran will purchase about 42 million doses of the coronavirus vaccine from foreign companies to vaccinate 21 million people.
Official: 469 more Iranians die from COVID-19 over past 24 hours IRNA 25 Nov 2020 -- Some 469 people in Iran have died as a result of the coronavirus disease over the past 24 hours, Iranian Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Wednesday.
Iran highlights diplomacy, reaffirms opposition to military solutions to Afghan conflict Press TV 25 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh has reaffirmed Tehran's support for intra-Afghan peace talks, dismissing any military solutions to nearly two decades of militancy and violence since the US invasion of the country in 2001.
US must withdraw forces from Syria unconditionally, Iran tells UNSC Press TV 25 Nov 2020 -- The US is plundering the Syrian nation's wealth and oil resources while supporting terrorist groups in the Arab country, a senior Iranian diplomat told the UN Security Council, calling for the immediate and unconditional withdrawal of American troops from Syria.
Pro-Iran Fighters Reported Killed In Israeli Strikes In Syria RFE/RL 25 Nov 2020 -- A British-based group monitoring the Syrian conflict says eight pro-Iranian militiamen have been killed in alleged overnight Israeli air strikes.
JCPOA not to be renegotiated: Official IRNA 25 Nov 2020 -- Head of Iran's Presidential Office Mahmoud Vaezi said on Wednesday that the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) has already been negotiated and now has reached a framework that has gone through the necessary processes both in Iran and other countries.
Rouhani says US president-elect has to make good on wrongful acts IRNA 25 Nov 2020 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said on Wednesday that the next US president has to do great jobs and compensate wrongful acts which caused major damages on Iran and discredited the US.
New US admin. will need to strive to right Trump's wrongs: Iran president Press TV 25 Nov 2020 -- President Hassan Rouhani says Iran hopes that the incoming US administration will condemn the wrong policies and terrorist actions of President Donald Trump against the Islamic Republic and compensate for them.
US imposes new Iran-related sanctions on four entities in China, Russia Press TV 25 Nov 2020 -- US special envoy for Iran says Washington will impose new Iran-related sanctions on four entities in China and Russia, accusing them of promoting Tehran's missile program.
US to Sanction 4 Russian and Chinese Entities 'Linked to Iran's Nuke Programme', Special Envoy Says Sputnik 25 Nov 2020 -- Last week, the US targeted dozens of individuals and entities in a new round of Iran-related sanctions. The sanction regime has been stepped up since 2018, after US President Donald Trump abandoned the JCPOA.
Top U.S. Envoy Says New Sanctions Against Iran Coming 'Until The End' Of Trump Administration RFE/RL 25 Nov 2020 -- As U.S. President Donald Trump's time in office comes to a close, his outgoing administration intends to put further pressure on Iran by introducing new punitive sanctions against the U.S. adversary.
Israeli Military Told to Prepare for Possible US Strike on Iran Ahead of Trump Exit - Report Sputnik 25 Nov 2020 -- Tensions with Iran under the Trump administration came to a head after the US withdrew from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) in 2018 and began to reimpose sanctions previously lifted under the nuclear deal. Relations worsened even further after US strikes in January killed Quds Force commander Maj. Gen. Qasem Soleimani.
'A great wealth': Leader hails Basij role in defending Iran, facilitating its growth Press TV 25 Nov 2020 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has highlighted the role of Iran's Basij volunteer force in both defending the country and facilitating its growth, praising it as a "great asset" and the "God-given reserve" for the Iranian nation.
Iran's natural gas production tops 900 mcm per day: NIGC chief Press TV 25 Nov 2020 -- Iran's production of natural gas has reached 900 million cubic meters (mcm) per day, according to latest government figures, as the country moves ahead with plans to build out its massive energy sector despite US sanctions imposed by the United States.
Iran may tap sovereign fund to pay compensation for downed jet: Report Press TV 25 Nov 2020 -- Iran may decide to use its sovereign wealth fund to pay compensation for a Ukrainian airliner that was downed near Tehran early this year amid high military tensions with the United States.
Majlis to Oblige Government to Enrich Uranium up to 20% Radio Farda 24 Nov 2020 -- The spokesman for the Iranian parliament's National Security and Foreign Policy Commission, Abolfazl Amouei, says a new parliamentary bill, the "Strategic Action to Lift Sanctions," recommends that the Iranian government begin working towards increasing the nation's enrichment and storage of uranium "by 20 percent."
Official: 483 more Iranians die from COVID-19 over past 24 hours IRNA 24 Nov 2020 -- Some 483 people in Iran have died as a result of the coronavirus disease over the past 24 hours, Iranian Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Tuesday.
Iran, one of two regional candidates to produce COVID-19 vaccine IRNA 24 Nov 2020 -- Iran and Egypt are two main candidates of producing COVID-19 vaccine in the region and are separately working on the project, according to Mostafa Ghanei, a senior official with the national headquarters for the fight against the coronavirus.
UN should facilitate intra-Afghan talks; Iran ready for cooperation: Zarif Press TV 24 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the United Nations must play a leading role in facilitating intra-Afghan talks, expressing the Islamic Republic's readiness for cooperation in this regard.
US wants Iraq to tap Kurdish gas to cut Iran reliance Press TV 24 Nov 2020 -- A US government official says Iraq must take advantage of gas production in its semi-autonomous Kurdistan region to stop energy imports from Iran, sounding out Washington's latest pressure on Baghdad to part ways with Tehran.
Supreme Leader: Iran able to nullify sanctions IRNA 24 Nov 2020 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei on Tuesday stated that Iran is able to nullify the imposed sanctions.
Iran's Supreme Leader: we tried negotiations to no result; we can nullify sanctions ISNA 24 Nov 2020 -- The Supreme Council of Economic Coordination held a meeting with the Leader of the Islamic Revolution in attendance.
Ayatollah Khamenei: Sanctions crime of US, European partners against Iran Press TV 24 Nov 2020 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has described the illegal sanctions the United States has imposed on Iran with the support of its European partners as a "bitter reality" and a "crime" against the nation.
Iran: Unilateral sanctions hamper fight against coronavirus in developing states Press TV 24 Nov 2020 -- Iran's permanent representative to Vienna-based international organizations has expressed concern about the effects of unilateral sanctions on developing countries' fight against the coronavirus outbreak, underlining the need for a coordinated global response to the pandemic.
Iran's nuclear countermeasure motion advanced at top parliamentary committee Press TV 24 Nov 2020 -- A top Iranian parliamentary committee advances a motion outlining the Islamic Republic's nuclear countermeasures against the United States' sanctions targeting the Islamic Republic.
Iran's Atomic Agency to Design New Heavy Water Reactor - Parliament Spokesman Sputnik 24 Nov 2020 -- Iran committed to reducing the scope of its nuclear activities under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), signed in 2015. After President Trump withdrew the US from the deal in 2018, Iran scaled back on its commitments under the JCPOA by increasing its uranium enrichment levels and stockpiles.
Official: COVID-19 kills 453 more in Iran IRNA 23 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Monday that some 453 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 45,255.
Iran's total COVID-19 cases surpass 850,000; Turkey's daily cases exceed 6,000 mark People's Daily 23 Nov 2020 -- Iran reported 13,053 new COVID-19 cases on Sunday, raising the total nationwide infections to 854,361. Meanwhile, Turkey exceeded the 6,000-mark on daily cases for the first time as the country adds 6,017 new infections, bringing the tally to 446,822.
Home-made destroyer 'Dena' to join Iran's navy fleet soon: Defense Minister IRNA 23 Nov 2020 -- Iranian Minister of Defense Brigadier-General Amir Hatami on Monday said that the new Iran-made destroyer 'Dena' will become operational in the navy fleet in the coming months.
Netanyahu warns Biden: No return to Iran nuclear deal Press TV 23 Nov 2020 -- Israel's hawkish prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned the incoming US administration against returning to the 2015 nuclear agreement with Iran, which President-elect Joe Biden has indicated to do after taking office.
European Powers Meeting To Discuss Iran Nuclear Deal After Tehran's Latest Breach RFE/RL 23 Nov 2020 -- The German government says the foreign ministers of Britain, France, and Germany are meeting in Berlin on November 23 for talks focusing on the 2015 nuclear deal with Iran, days after the UN's atomic watchdog said Tehran had again breached the agreement.
Baha'i Homes Reportedly Raided In Cities Across Iran RFE/RL 23 Nov 2020 -- Activists say Iranian security forces have raided the homes of dozens of Baha'is in several cities across the country, confiscating their personal belongings.
Official: COVID-19 kills 475 more in Iran IRNA 22 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Sunday that a total of 475 more Iranians have died from coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 44,802.
Iran's Zarif calls for lifting of all 'cruel, unfair' sanctions against Syria Press TV 22 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says all the "cruel and unfair" sanctions against Syria's government and nation must be lifted, not least at the time of the deadly coronavirus pandemic.
FM spokesman: Iran trying hard to resolve regional conflicts IRNA 22 Nov 2020 -- Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh said on Sunday that Iran is not only not indifferent about the recent conflict between Azerbaijan and Armenia, as with other regional conflicts, but also it has always made its best to help resolve these crises through peaceful means.
Iran enters new phase of enrichment: Envoy IRNA 22 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to International Organizations in Vienna Kazem Gharibabadi said on Sunday that injecting uranium hexafluoride, or UF6, into the centrifuge is the final step to start enrichment and separating uranium-238 from uranium-235.
IAEA says it has access to verify Iran Safeguards commitments IRNA 22 Nov 2020 -- The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said in its latest statement that it has access to Iranian nuclear sites to verify Iran Safeguards commitments.
Future of Iran-US relations not simple: Khatibzadeh ISNA 22 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman, Saeed Khatibzadeh stressed that the future of Iran-US relations is not simple because of Americans' crimes against the Iranian nation during the past 40 years from backing the Regime of Saddam in Imposed War to economic sanctions and assassinating General Soleimani.
Iran has most transparent nuclear program among IAEA members: Envoy Press TV 22 Nov 2020 -- Iran's nuclear energy program is one of the most transparent among those run by the member states of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), and has been subject to the largest number of inspections by the agency, says the Iranian permanent ambassador to international organizations in Vienna.
Iran withstands Washington's 'maximum pressure' as US power declines: IRGC commander Press TV 22 Nov 2020 -- The chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the Iranian nation continues to resist Washington's so-called "maximum pressure" campaign as the US is losing its power and influence both inside and outside its borders.
Netanyahu Instructs Next US President Not to Return to Iran Nuclear Deal Sputnik 22 Nov 2020 -- The Biden campaign has hinted that the candidate may seek to rejoin or "renegotiate" the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action nuclear deal with Iran if he were to win. Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif dismissed any talk of "renegotiation," saying the only acceptable option would be for Washington to return to the existing agreement.
Iran launches cash handout scheme covering 30 mln for four months Press TV 21 Nov 2020 -- The Iranian government has launched a comprehensive cash handout scheme covering 30 million people for the next four months amid a fresh round of nationwide restrictions on economic activity which are meant to curb the spread of the coronavirus.
Riding Off Success of New Satellite, Iran Official Calls for Creation of Permanent Space-Based Radar Sputnik 21 Nov 2020 -- Tehran achieved a major breakthrough with its space programme in April, launching the Noor-1 (lit. 'Light-1') military satellite into orbit. US Chief of Space Operations Gen. Jay Raymond derided the spacecraft as a mere "tumbling webcam in space". However, in July, Iran released detailed satellite images of the largest US base in the Middle East.
US extends sanctions waiver for Iraq to import Iranian gas Press TV 21 Nov 2020 -- The United States has granted Iraq a shortened 45-day sanctions waiver to import gas from neighboring Iran.
Iran's reaction to E3's statement on Iran-IAEA cooperation ISNA 21 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh has condemned the irresponsible stances held by Britain, Germany, and France (the E3) in their statement on Iran's cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
Pompeo: All options remain on the table against Iran Press TV 21 Nov 2020 -- US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has repeated Washington's threats against Iran, saying all options remain on the table against the Islamic republic.
Tehran Dismisses NYT Report on Contact With Biden Team Over Iran Nuclear Deal as 'Yellow Journalism' Sputnik 21 Nov 2020 -- On 18 November the US Treasury Department targeted the Islamic Republic of Iran with new sanctions, with Secretary of State Mike Pompeo insisting that undoing the Trump administration's anti-Tehran restrictions would be "a dangerous choice", as Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden has been projected the winner of the 2020 elections.
This Week in Iran Policy US Dept. of State 21 Nov 2020
Iran Tightens Restrictions Amid Sharp Rise In COVID-19 Cases, Deaths RFE/RL 20 Nov 2020 -- The Iranian government is to impose tougher restrictions nationwide from November 21 as the country hardest hit in the Middle East by the coronavirus battles a new wave of infections.
COVID-19 kills 479 more people in Iran: Official IRNA 20 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Friday that some 479 more Iranians have died from coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours.
Iran urges E3 to return to JCPOA commitments IRNA 20 Nov 2020 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh said on Friday that three European countries are expected to return to full compliance with their commitments to the JCPOA and give up blame game.
Iran urges E3 to end 'political blame game,' commit to JCPOA obligations Press TV 20 Nov 2020 -- Iran has condemned an "irresponsible" stance taken by the three European signatories to the multilateral nuclear agreement of 2015, saying the trio should stop the political blame game and remain committed to their obligations under the deal.
Iran dismisses NYT report on contact with Biden team as piece of 'yellow journalism' Press TV 20 Nov 2020 -- Iran has dismissed as 'yellow journalism' a report by the New York Times about efforts by Iranian diplomats to hint Tehran's 'insistence' that Washington 'unconditionally' rejoin the nuclear agreement of 2015.
One Year After Iran's Deadly Crackdown, Victims' Families Face Harassment RFE/RL 20 Nov 2020 -- One year after Iran's deadliest crackdown on anti-establishment protests, no one has been held responsible for the killing of hundreds of citizens.
Official: 476 more Iranians die from COVID-19 over past 24 hours IRNA 19 Nov 2020 -- Some 476 people in Iran have died as a result of the coronavirus disease over the past 24 hours, Iranian Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Thursday.
Ocean-going, aircraft carrier warship joins IRGC Navy IRNA 19 Nov 2020 -- Shahid Roudaki ocean-going, aircraft carrier warship joined the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Navy in a ceremony on Thursday.
Iranian-made ocean-going warship joins IRGC's naval fleet Press TV 19 Nov 2020 -- The naval fleet of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has received a domestically-built ocean-going warship capable of carrying aircraft, drones and missile defense systems.
Iran Launches Huge Oceangoing Warship With Cutting-Edge Missile System Onboard – Photos, Video Sputnik 19 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Navy and the Revolutionary Guard Navy have traditionally limited the scope of their operations to protecting the country's vast coastlines. Its ships have held drills in the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, as well as the Red Sea, the Mediterranean Sea and the Indian Ocean, but have yet to embark on missions in the Western Hemisphere.
Russia says satisfied with Iran cooperation with IAEA IRNA 19 Nov 2020 -- Russian Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the International Organizations in Vienna Mikhail Ulyanov said that Iran provides high-level cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) despite the coronavirus epidemic.
U.S. imposes massive sanctions against Iranian officials, entities People's Daily 19 Nov 2020 -- The United States on Wednesday slapped fresh sanctions against Iranian officials and a patronage network allegedly related to the leadership, the latest action to reinforce its maximum pressure campaign against Tehran.
Iran envoy: Nuclear US not entitled to talk about nonproliferation concerns Press TV 19 Nov 2020 -- Iran's permanent representative to international organizations in Vienna says the United States, which owns thousands of nuclear warheads and is the sole country to have used nuclear weapons, is in no position to talk about nonproliferation concerns.
Trump administration imposes new sanctions against Iran before Biden takes office Press TV 19 Nov 2020 -- The administration of US President Donald Trump has imposed a new round of sanctions on Iran in a last-ditch attempt to ramp up economic pressure on the Islamic Republic before he leaves office in January.
Leader's advisor: US attack on Iran could trigger 'full-fledged' regional war Press TV 19 Nov 2020 -- A military advisor to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei warns that an act of military aggression by the US against Iran that could lead to an even limited conflict is likely to set off a full-scale war that would afflict other parts of the region too.
Iranian government to pay $2.25bn in direct staples subsidies amid virus surge Press TV 18 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Guardian Council, a watchdog supervising legislative procedures in the country, has approved a parliament motion that orders the administrative government of President Hassan Rouhani to pay nearly $2.25 billion in direct subsidies for food and basic goods to people amid a surge in coronavirus cases that has triggered fresh restrictions on economic activity in the country.
Official: COVID-19 kills 480 more in Iran IRNA 18 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Wednesday that some 480 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 42,941.
President hopes lockdown to lead to refreshment of medical personnel IRNA 18 Nov 2020 -- President Hassan Rouhani said on Wednesday that he hoped that the lockdown on cities categorized as red zones would lead to refreshment of the medical personnel.
IAEA Confirms Reports That Iran Has Been Operating Nuclear Centrifuges VOA 18 Nov 2020 -- The United Nations' atomic watchdog agency has confirmed reports that Iran has begun operating centrifuges installed at an underground site but says the country's overall uranium-enriching capabilities have not significantly increased.
Iran confirms feeding UF6 into advanced IR-2m centrifuges at Natanz facility Press TV 18 Nov 2020 -- Iran confirms it has fed UF6 into the recently installed cascade of advanced IR-2m centrifuges at Natanz facility.
UN Watchdog Says Iran Has Again Breached Nuclear Deal With Step To Fire Up Centrifuges RFE/RL 18 Nov 2020 -- The UN's atomic watchdog says Iran has again breached its nuclear deal with major powers by firing up advanced uranium-enriching centrifuges installed underground at its Natanz site.
Nuclear Watchdog: Uranium Enrichment Hike at Iran's Advanced Centrifuges in Natanz 'Insignificant' Sputnik 18 Nov 2020 -- The increase in the uranium enrichment level in advanced centrifuges at Iran's underground nuclear facility in Natanz is not significantly different from what the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) knew last about it, IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi said on Wednesday.
Iran denies natural gas network was target of cyber attack Press TV 18 Nov 2020 -- Iranian Oil Ministry officials have denied rumors that the country's gas transfer network came under a cyber attack in recent days.
In New Iran Sanctions, US Targets Khamenei-Controlled Foundation VOA 18 Nov 2020 -- The United States on Wednesday imposed new sanctions on Iran, specifically targeting an organization founded by Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Treasury Targets Vast Supreme Leader Patronage Network and Iran's Minister of Intelligence US Treasury 18 Nov 2020 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) took action today against a key patronage network for the Supreme Leader of Iran, the Islamic Revolution Mostazafan Foundation (Bonyad Mostazafan, or the Foundation), an immense conglomerate of some 160 holdings in key sectors of Iran's economy, including finance, energy, construction, and mining.
The Importance of Sanctions on Iran US Dept. of State 18 Nov 2020 -- The Maximum Pressure campaign against the Iranian regime continues to be extraordinarily effective. Today, Iran's economy faces a currency crisis, mounting public debt, and rising inflation.
Incoming US administration will need to change Iran approach: Rouhani Press TV 18 Nov 2020 -- President Hassan Rouhani says current developments indicate that the new US administration would need to switch from a posture of threats against Iran to one of seeking opportunities with the country.
Zarif: Biden can swiftly lift Iran sanctions via three executive orders Press TV 18 Nov 2020 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Iran is ready to resume its commitments under the 2015 nuclear accord if the US stops violations of UN Security Council Resolution 2231 that endorsed the deal and lifts its sanctions, adding that president-elect Joe Biden can do so through "three executive orders" once settled in the White House.
Iranian FM Says Tehran Willing To Fully Comply With Nuclear Deal If Biden Lifts Sanctions RFE/RL 18 Nov 2020 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Tehran would return to full compliance with the 2015 nuclear deal if U.S. President-elect Joe Biden lifts crippling sanctions against the country.
Iran's President Hassan Rouhani Says US Has Failed at Its 'Economic Terrorism' Sputnik 18 Nov 2020 -- In May 2018, Donald Trump withdrew the US from the Iran nuclear deal and re-imposed economic sanctions targeting the Islamic Republic's financial and energy industries. In addition, Trump warned world leaders that importing oil from Iran would lead to sanctions.
Zarif: Iran ready to negotiate terms for regaining JCPOA participant status IRNA 18 Nov 2020 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif in a message stressed that the US is still a member of the UN and expressed Iran's readiness to negotiate terms for regaining JCPOA participant terms.
Zarif: Biden has to fulfill US JCPOA commitments IRNA 18 Nov 2020 -- Iranian Foreign Ministyer Mohammad Javad Zarif said if the new US president-elect Joe Biden seeks to return to the JCPOA, he will have to fulfill US commitments under the deal and lift the sanctions.
EU's top diplomat says Iran needs to see JCPOA economic benefits in return for limiting nuclear work Press TV 18 Nov 2020 -- The European Union foreign policy chief, Joseph Borrell, says Iran should reap the economic benefits of the 2015 nuclear deal in exchange for restrictions on its nuclear work.
Iran intel ministry releases documents showing terror outfit's Saudi ties Press TV 18 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Intelligence Ministry has published secret correspondence between Saudi Arabia's spy service and a notorious anti-Iran terrorist group.
Commemoration of the Massacre of Mahshahr and Designation of Iranian Officials Due to Involvement in Gross Violations of Human Rights US Dept. of State 18 Nov 2020 -- One year ago, the Iranian regime killed as many as 148 Iranian civilians in Mahshahr, while imposing digital darkness to hide evidence of their savage crackdown on last November's protests in that city. Both protesters and bystanders were targeted by snipers on rooftops, tracked down and surrounded by armored vehicles, and sprayed with machine-gun fire.
Iran's Sanctioned Shipping Line Runs Network of Hong Kong Companies Radio Free Asia 18 Nov 2020 -- Iranian state shipping routes are continuing to evade U.S. sanctions by operating via a complex network of companies and subsidiaries registered in Hong Kong, dozens of which are traceable to a purported individual in Shanghai named on publicly available records as Shen Yong, a recent RFA investigation has revealed.
Iran among 5 states producing COVID-19 antigen rapid kits IRNA 17 Nov 2020 -- Head of the headquarters for the management of operations against coronavirus in Tehran Alireza Zali on Tuesday said that Iran is among five states producing COVID-19 antigen rapid kits in the world.
Official: COVID-19 kills 482 more in Iran IRNA 17 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Tuesday that some 482 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 42,461.
Pres. Rouhani vows support to vulnerable people during COVID-19 lockdown IRNA 17 Nov 2020 -- President Hassan Rouhani pledged on Sunday to provide economic support to the vulnerable groups whose businesses may be damaged during a fresh lockdown to become effective in parts of the country to contain the spread of the disease as of next week.
Iran prepares loan handouts for 10mln households amid renewed virus surge Press TV 17 Nov 2020 -- The Iranian government will launch a fresh loan support program to cover 10 million families affected by its restrictions meant to curb the spread of the coroanvirus pandemic.
Iran unveils homegrown rapid antigen coronavirus test kits Press TV 17 Nov 2020 -- Iran has unveiled a new generation of homegrown test kits that allow rapid detection of the new coronavirus with high accuracy in less than half an hour.
Iran Air Defense Force says ready to train Iraqi servicemen Press TV 17 Nov 2020 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran Air Defense Force (IRIADF) expresses readiness to start training the Iraqi Army's servicemen as means of expanding military cooperation between the friendly and neighboring countries.
Iran, Iraq Air Force commanders assess plans for closer bilateral cooperation ISNA 17 Nov 2020 -- Iranian Air Force Commander Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh and his Iraqi counterpart Lt. Gen Shahab Jahid Ali Al Shakarachi held a meeting in Tehran on Tuesday to assess plans for closer bilateral cooperation.
Why Is Iran Talking About Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles Now? Radio Farda 17 Nov 2020 -- In recent years, barely a week has passed without a media appearance of Amirali Hajizadeh, the media-savvy commander of the IRGC Aerospace Force. Charming, gregarious and always wearing a smile, Hajizadeh doesn't miss any opportunity to talk about drones, domestic car production and the rapid growth of Iran's missile force while carefully ignoring more inconvenient topics such as the downing of Flight 752.
Iran Denies Borders Change After Karabakh Peace Deal Radio Farda 17 Nov 2020 -- The spokesman for the Iranian Ministry, Saeed Khatibzadeh, has dismissed recent reports that Iran has lost its border with Armenia.
Trump Reportedly Asked Aides About Options For Striking Iranian Nuclear Site Radio Farda 17 Nov 2020 -- With two months left in office, U.S. President Donald Trump asked top aides about options to strike Iran's nuclear facilities, media reports say.
Trump Reportedly Asked Aides About Options For Striking Iranian Nuclear Site RFE/RL 17 Nov 2020 -- With two months left in office, U.S. President Donald Trump asked top aides about options to strike Iran's nuclear facilities, media reports say.
Iran Vows 'Crushing' Response to US Attack as Trump Reportedly Mulled Striking Tehran's Nuclear Site Sputnik 17 Nov 2020 -- Media reports previously suggested that the Trump administration is struggling to create conditions that would prevent the US from returning to the nuclear deal with Iran, as POTUS is projected to lose the presidential race to Democrat Joe Biden.
Iran will respond to any sort of adventurism by means of its legitimate military might: Diplomat Press TV 17 Nov 2020 -- Iran will respond to any act of 'adventurism' from its aggressors by means of its military prowess, says an Iranian diplomat, playing down reports about US President Donald Trump's intention to attack Iranian nuclear sites.
Iran Government Spokesman Vows "Crushing Response" To Any U.S. Attack Radio Farda 17 Nov 2020 -- Reacting to a New York Times report about President Donald Trump's "possible moves" in the region, particularly against Iran, a spokesman for the Islamic Republic government said the likelihood of such actions was "low," but "any action" would face a "crushing response."
Iran ready for full JCPOA commitment, but wary of US behavior: Khatibzadeh says in exclusive Press TV interview Press TV 17 Nov 2020 -- Speaking in an exclusive interview with Press TV, Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman has said the Islamic Republic is prepared to return to full implementation of its nuclear agreement with world countries, but is wary of how the next US administration will act.
Top Iran, UK diplomats discuss bilateral cooperation within JCPOA framework Press TV 17 Nov 2020 -- The top Iranian and British diplomats have exchanged views on bilateral cooperation within the framework of the 2015 nuclear agreement between Tehran and world powers.
Iranian Politicians Trade Barbs As Economy Continues To Suffer Radio Farda 17 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Vice President, Eshaq Jahangiri, has accused the Speaker of Iran's Majlis parliament of having the "least possible knowledge of the economy."
HRW: Iran Lax on Holding Accountable Those Responsible for Crackdown VOA 17 Nov 2020 -- Iranian authorities have done little to hold accountable those responsible for the brutal clampdown on nationwide protests that erupted a year ago, according to Human Rights Watch.
Trump Sought Ways to Attack Iran's 'Main Nuclear Site' in 'Coming Weeks', Report Claims Sputnik 17 Nov 2020 -- President Trump's advisors have apparently dissuaded him from ordering a military strike, warning that it would escalate the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran "in the last weeks of Trump's presidency", according to a report by The New York Times.
COVID-19 kills 486 more people in Iran IRNA 16 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Monday that some 486 more Iranians have died from coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours.
Comdr: Iran ready for joint production of helicopter with Iraq IRNA 16 Nov 2020 -- Iranian Army Airborne Commander Brigadier-General Yousef Qorbani said Iran is ready for joint production of helicopters with Iraq.
No place for Takfiri terrorists close to Iran borders: Ayatollah Khamenei's advisor Press TV 16 Nov 2020 -- A senior advisor to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says there is no place for Takfiri terrorists close to Iran's northern borders, reacting to reports denoting the transfer of terrorists from Syria to South Caucasus during the latest round of armed conflicts between the Republic of Azerbaijan and neighboring Armenia.
FM spokesman refutes any change in Iran's northwestern borderlines IRNA 16 Nov 2020 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh said on Monday that no changes have occurred in Iran's northwestern borderlines.
Iran rejects any change in its geographical borders ISNA 16 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman, Saeed Khatibzadeh stressed that geographical borders of Iran and the region have not changed and there will be no change in the future.
No change in Iran's territorial borders: Foreign Ministry Press TV 16 Nov 2020 -- The Foreign Ministry has roundly rejected rumors about any change in Iran's territorial borders under a conflict settlement process between Azerbaijan and Armenia over the Nagorno-Karabakh region.
Essential Goods' Purchase Drops In Iran Radio Farda 16 Nov 2020 -- The Research Center of the Islamic Consultative Assembly, Iran's parliamentary body, says the average consumption of essential goods in 2019 has decreased significantly compared with 2018.
Families of Iran's Slain November 2019 Protesters Say Pursuit of Justice Thwarted by Govt's Broken Promises VOA 16 Nov 2020 -- One year after Iranians began anti -government protests that drew the deadliest crackdown by security forces in decades, families of some slain protesters have lost hope for justice from an Islamist theocracy that has offered them little but broken promises and threats.
Iran orders 4-fold increase in number of COVID-19 outpatient centers Press TV 15 Nov 2020 -- Iran would increase the number of its outpatient centers to deal with COVID-19, the disease caused by the coroanvirus pandemic, by more than four times after President Hassan Rouhani ordered a ramp-up of measures to tackle the virus amid a renewed surge in the number of positive cases in the country.
Rouhani: Gov't forced to impose new restrictions, extend holidays IRNA 15 Nov 2020 -- President Hassan Rouhani said on Sunday that due to an increase in mortality and heavy pressure on the health sector, the government is forced to impose new restrictions and extend lockdown to prevent the spread of coronavirus.
Official: COVID-19 kills 459 more in Iran IRNA 15 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Sunday that some 459 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 41,493.
Iran makes advances to produce COVID-19 vaccine IRNA 15 Nov 2020 -- Iranian researchers have made advances to produce vaccine for coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
IRGC Comdr vows to take revenge for Gen Soleimani's blood IRNA 15 Nov 2020 -- Commander of Islamic Revolution Guard Corps Major-General Hossein Salami stressed that Iran will take revenge for Lieutenant General Qasem Soleimani's blood from murderers, saying General Soleimani and Iraqi commander Abu Mahdi Al-Mohandes had the most significant role in ISIS collapse.
IRGC fires artillery on terrorist positions across Iran's northwest border Press TV 15 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has launched an artillery attack on positions held by terrorist groups across the country's northwestern border.
IRGC artillery attacks positions of counter-revolutionary groups IRNA 15 Nov 2020 -- Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) on Saturday announced artillery attack on counter-revolutionary groups' positions beyond the borders.
Top comdr: Iran-Iraq defense ties to enhance security IRNA 15 Nov 2020 -- Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Hossein Baqeri said that given the US efforts to grow the number of terrorists in the region, defense cooperation between Iran and Iraq will create better security conditions for Iraq.
Defense ties with Iran to boost Iraq's security as US tries to revive terrorists: Gen. Baqeri Press TV 15 Nov 2020 -- Chairman of the Chiefs of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Baqeri says defense cooperation between neighboring Iran and Iraq will improve security in the Arab country in the face of US efforts to revive terrorists in the region.
Rouhani: Next year budget bill aims to cut direct reliance on oil revenues IRNA 15 Nov 2020 -- President Hassan Rouhani said on Saturday that Iran's next year budget bill aims to fully stop the country's direct reliance on oil revenues.
Parliament speaker: Iranian people only care about US' practical measures, not propaganda Press TV 15 Nov 2020 -- Iran's parliament speaker says practical measures taken by the new US administration with regard to the Islamic Republic, including the removal of unilateral sanctions, are the only thing that matters to the Iranian people, not oral promises and propaganda.
Anniversary of Protests in Iran US Dept. of State 15 Nov 2020 -- On November 15, 2019 and in the week that followed, brave Iranians took to the streets of more than 200 cities across Iran to protest four decades of mismanagement by a corrupt regime that squandered its people's wealth on terrorism abroad and oppression at home.
Iran to implement tighter restrictions as of next Saturday amid COVID-19 rise: President Rouhani Press TV 14 Nov 2020 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says a plan to impose severe restrictions will be implemented across the country as of next Saturday to minimize gatherings and traffic in a bid to halt a surge in the number of coronavirus infections and related deaths.
Human trial of 2 Iranian coronavirus vaccines begins IRNA 14 Nov 2020 -- Spokesman of Iran's Food and Drug Administration on Saturday announced commencement of human clinical trials at least two Iranian vaccines.
Official: COVID-19 kills 452 more in Iran IRNA 14 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Saturday that some 452 more Iranians have died from coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours.
Rouhani: New COVID19 restrictions to be placed as of Nov 21 IRNA 14 Nov 2020 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani announced here on Saturday that new restrictions will be imposed across the country as of next week to cope with the pandemic.
Iran To Further Tighten Coronavirus Restrictions RFE/RL 14 Nov 2020 -- Iran's President Hassan Rohani says stricter coronavirus restrictions will be imposed in the country starting November 21.
Iran rejects US media report on killing of senior al-Qaeda leader in Tehran Press TV 14 Nov 2020 -- Iran has categorically dismissed a US media report that one of the top leaders of the al-Qaeda terrorist group had been secretly killed by Washington-directed Israeli agents in the capital, Tehran.
Iran dismisses claim about assassination of al-Qaeda official in Tehran IRNA 14 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh on Saturday rejected the false news of the presence of al-Qaeda members in Iran and refused certain media reports claiming that one official of the terrorist group was assassinated in Iran.
Iran dismisses report on killing of al-Qaeda element in Iran ISNA 14 Nov 2020 -- Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Saeed Khatibzadeh categorically denied media reports about the killing of an official of al-Qaeda terrorist group in Iran.
Al-Qaeda's No. 2 Reportedly Killed In Secret Operation In Iran RFE/RL 14 Nov 2020 -- Al-Qaeda's second-highest leader, accused of orchestrating the deadly 1998 bombings of two U.S. embassies in Africa, was killed by Israeli agents in Iran in August, The New York Times reported.
Israeli Operatives Reportedly Killed in Iran One of Al-Qaeda Leaders Linked to 1998 Attacks Sputnik 14 Nov 2020 -- Abdullah Ahmed Abdullah, who was also known as Abu Muhammad al-Masri, was considered first in line to take over al-Qaeda* after its current leader, Ayman al-Zawahiri.
Defense Minister: Iran ready to meet Iraq's defense needs IRNA 14 Nov 2020 -- Iranian Minister of Defense Brigadier-General Amir Hatami said on Saturday that Iran's Ministry of Defense is ready to meet the needs of the Iraqi armed forces to strengthen Iraq's defense power.
Iran ready to fulfill needs of Iraqi Armed Forces to strengthen defense power: Hatami Press TV 14 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami has expressed the Islamic Republic's readiness to help boost Iraq's defense power and supply all requirements of the country's armed forces.
Health official: Five Iranian vaccines among WHO COVID-19 candidates IRNA 13 Nov 2020 -- Food and Drug Organization spokesman Kianoush Jahanpour said in a message that some five Iranian vaccines are put on the list of WHO COVID19 candidates.
Official: COVID-19 kills 461 more in Iran IRNA 13 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Friday that some 461 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 40,582.
8 Iranian COVID-19 vaccines among 48 on WHO's list of promising candidates Press TV 13 Nov 2020 -- Iran says eight of the vaccines it is formulating locally against COVID-19, the disease caused by the new coronavirus, have made their way onto the World Health Organization (WHO)'s list of 48 promising candidate vaccines.
Iran: US maximum pressure will further isolate US IRNA 13 Nov 2020 -- Spokesman for Iranian Mission to the United Nations Alireza Miryousefi said on Friday that the US maximum pressure has failed and its continuation will further isolate the US itself.
Russia does not rule out possibility of US rejoining Iran nuclear deal IRNA 13 Nov 2020 -- Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said on Friday that Russia does not reject the possibility of US rejoining Iran nuclear deal, (JCPOA), after it pulled out from the accord two and a half years ago.
Over $700 Million Injected into Iran's NIMA Forex Market Radio Farda 13 Nov 2020 -- The Central Bank of Iran, CBI, says about $711 million in foreign currency remittances have been paid into the NIMA system between November 5-12.
Three-Story Graves: Iran Struggles To Cope With Raging Coronavirus Pandemic RFE/RL 12 Nov 2020 -- As the coronavirus began its spread around the world early this year, Iran quickly found itself facing the worst outbreak in the Middle East.
US sanctions hampered Iran from combating COVID-19: Oil minister IRNA 12 Nov 2020 -- Iranian Petroleum Minister Bijan Zangeneh said on Thursday sanctions imposed by the United States have hampered Iran from combating COVID-19.
Official: 457 more Iranians die from COVID-19 over past 24 hours IRNA 12 Nov 2020 -- Some 457 people in Iran have died as a result of the coronavirus disease over the past 24 hours, Iranian Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Thursday.
US responsible for coronavirus deaths in Iran: Petroleum minister Press TV 12 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Petroleum Minister Bijan Zanganeh says the United States is responsible for deaths of over 400 Iranians per day due to coronavirus infection as Washington prevents Tehran's access to financial resources it needs to fight the pandemic.
Iran hopes to begin Phase III trials for COVID-19 vaccine in June Press TV 12 Nov 2020 -- A coronavirus vaccine being developed in Iran could reach Phase III trials in June, says a senior Iranian official.
Text of a Notice on the Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Iran The White House 12 Nov 2020
Text of a Letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President of the Senate The White House 12 Nov 2020
Pres Rouhani: Maximum pressure at end of its tenure IRNA 12 Nov 2020 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said on Thursday that all signs from Europe to the United States and all over the world show ineffectiveness of the maximum pressure policy.
Iran's Rouhani: Time for US' 'maximum pressure' policy over Press TV 12 Nov 2020 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says the time for the United States' policy of exerting 'maximum pressure' on other countries, including the Islamic Republic, is over and this policy has failed to produce any results.
Iran urges IAEA to take 'unbiased' stance on Saudi, Israeli nuclear activities Press TV 12 Nov 2020 -- Iran's UN ambassador has expressed concerns about secretive nuclear activities by Saudi Arabia and Israel, calling on the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the UN nuclear watchdog, to adopt an "unbiased" approach towards both regimes.
New IAEA report proof of Iran's continued cooperation: Envoy Press TV 12 Nov 2020 -- Iran says the International Atomic Energy Agency's latest report proves the country's continued cooperation with the UN's nuclear watchdog and the suspension of commitments under a 2015 deal.
Iran Arrests Separatist Leader Accused Of Deadly Attack On Military Parade RFE/RL 12 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Intelligence Ministry has confirmed the arrest of a separatist group leader allegedly involved in a deadly attack during a military parade in 2018.
Iran arrests ringleader of militant group behind Ahvaz terrorist attack Press TV 12 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Intelligence forces have arrested the ringleader of a separatist militant group behind the 2018 deadly terror attack in the Iranian city of Ahvaz.
Saudi King Urges World to Prevent Iran From Obtaining Weapons of Mass Destruction Sputnik 12 Nov 2020 -- Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud has called on the international community to take a strong stance on Iran and prevent it from acquiring weapons of mass destruction.
Official: COVID-19 kills 462 more in Iran, a record since its outbreak IRNA 11 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Wednesday that some 462 more Iranians have died from coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours.
Iranian Activist Sotoudeh Contracts Coronavirus, Husband Says, Amid 'Catastrophic' Prison Conditions RFE/RL 11 Nov 2020 -- Nasrin Sotoudeh, an Iranian human rights lawyer who was temporarily released from prison last week, has tested positive for the coronavirus, her husband has said.
Iran's Enriched Uranium Stockpile 12 Times Higher Than 2015 Limit, Says UN Watchdog RFE/RL 11 Nov 2020 -- Iran keeps increasing its stockpile of low-enriched uranium far beyond the limits set in a landmark nuclear agreement with world powers and continues to enrich it to a higher purity than allowed, the UN's atomic watchdog agency said on November 11.
Iran does not care whether Trump stays, nor gets excited with incoming Biden IRNA 11 Nov 2020 -- Iran does not care whether Trump stays, nor gets excited with incoming Biden," said Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Wednesday.
Iran to make decisions based on its own interests: Araghchi ISNA 11 Nov 2020 -- Iranian deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs, Seyyed Abbas Araghchi stressed that Tehran will be neither intimidated by the re-election of Donald Trump nor overjoyed by Joe Biden's coming to power as the US President.
Fate of Iran deal rests on new US administration's behavior: Zarif Press TV 11 Nov 2020 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the future of the 2015 Iran nuclear deal depends on the course of action and behavior of the new US administration.
Designation of Iranian Procurement Networks US Dept. of State 11 Nov 2020 -- On November 10, 2020 the Department of the Treasury designated an international network of six companies and four individuals for facilitating the procurement of sensitive goods, including U.S.-origin electronic components, for Iran Communications Industries (ICI).
Official: COVID-19 kills 453 more in Iran IRNA 10 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Tuesday that some 453 more Iranians have died from coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours.
Iran welcomes Armenia-Russia-Azerbaijan agreement on Nagorno-Karabakh IRNA 10 Nov 2020 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry expressed the country's content about the signing of an agreement among Russia, Azerbaijan, and Armenia to end the war in Nagorno-Karabakh.
Official welcomes end of Nagorno-Karabakh conflict IRNA 10 Nov 2020 -- Head of Iran's Presidential Office Mahmoud Vaezi in a tweet on Tuesday expressed hope that the agreement reached for the ceasefire about the Nagorno-Karabakh crisis would be implemented.
Iran welcomes agreement between Azerbaijan, Armenia, Russia ISNA 10 Nov 2020 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran welcomed a ceasefire agreement between Azerbaijan, Armenia and Russia.
Iran welcomes Armenia-Azerbaijan ceasefire agreement Press TV 10 Nov 2020 -- Iran has welcomed the recent agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan to cease fire in the Nagorno-Karabakh region and offered to help establish lasting peace.
Taiwan Individual and International Business Organizations Charged with Criminal Conspiracy to Violate Iranian Sanctions US Dept. of Justice 10 Nov 2020 -- Chin Hua Huang, 42, a resident of Taiwan, was charged in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia with participating in a criminal conspiracy to violate U.S. export laws and sanctions against Iran. Also charged was Taiwan business organization DES International Co., Ltd. (DES Int'l) and Brunei business organization Soltech Industry Co., Ltd. (Soltech).
Future of JCPOA depends on US behavior: Zarif IRNA 10 Nov 2020 -- Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Javad Zarif while expressing his views about future of the JCPOA with new US administration coming into power said it depends on the behavior of the United States.
Rouhani: US new leaders should fulfill American nation's will for change IRNA 10 Nov 2020 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said on Tuesday that it is now time for the newly-elected president and senior officials in the United States to understand their nation's message well and implement this will to change their foreign policy vis-a-vis other countries and nations.
Biden's strategy toward Iran IRNA 10 Nov 2020 -- Joe Biden's winning the US elections and removal of Donald Trump from the White House is one of the most significant political events in the world. Trump was a threat and his removal serves a safer world.
Rouhani says US election result shows people fed up with Trump administration Press TV 10 Nov 2020 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the result of the recent presidential election in the United States shows that not just other countries but also the American people themselves are fed up with the wrong policies of the incumbent US administration.
US Exports To Iran Drop 50 Percent Radio Farda 10 Nov 2020 -- In its latest monthly report released on November 4, the United States Census Bureau said that U.S. exports to Iran in the first nine months of 2020 amounted to $29.6 million, amounting to less than half of the same period last year.
Outgoing Trump administration imposes new Iran-related sanctions Press TV 10 Nov 2020 -- The outgoing administration of US President Donald Trump has imposed Iran-related sanctions on several individuals and entities.
Treasury Sanctions Procurement Network Supplying Iranian Military Firm US Treasury 10 Nov 2020 -- Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated a network of six companies and four individuals that facilitated the procurement of sensitive goods, including U.S.-origin electronic components, for Iran Communication Industries (ICI), an Iranian military firm designated by the United States in 2008 and by the European Union in 2010 for being owned or controlled by Iran's Ministry of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics (MODAFL), the overall manager and coordinator of Iran's ballistic missile program. ICI, a subsidiary of Iran Electronics Industries, which falls under MODAFL, produces various items including military communication systems, avionics, information technology, electronic warfare, and missile launchers.
Iran to extend cyber defense to industrial sites Press TV 10 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Passive Defense Organization says it has devised a plan to extend cyber defense operations to the Iranian industries that rely on cyberspace.
Official: COVID-19 kills 458 more in Iran IRNA 09 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Monday that some 458 more Iranians have died from coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours.
FM spox: Iran policymaking not on US election campaign IRNA 09 Nov 2020 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh on Monday held an online briefing session about Iranian diplomatic encounters with the outside world.
No new talks on JCPOA, US must answer for its illegal behavior: Foreign Ministry spokesman Press TV 09 Nov 2020 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman says the nuclear deal concluded between Iran and world powers in 2015 is a matter of the past and is not open to any renewed negotiations, noting that a change in US leadership will not alter this fact.
Iran Calls For Dialogue With Neighbors After Trump's Election Defeat RFE/RL 09 Nov 2020 -- Iran has called for dialogue with neighboring countries now that Donald Trump has lost the U.S. presidential election.
Official: COVID-19 kills 459 more in Iran IRNA 08 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Sunday that some 459 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 38,291.
FM spox urges US to respond for breach of commitments IRNA 08 Nov 2020 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh stressed the fact that the US is not in a position to set conditions for anybody, saying when an administration in the US wants to return to the JCPOA there will be a table for them to respond for violation of commitments.
Iran FM spox reiterates failure of maximum pressure IRNA 08 Nov 2020 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh in a message reiterated the failure of the US maximum pressure, saying it is understandable that US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is furious of leaving Foggy Bottom.
Zarif: World is watching new US leaders IRNA 08 Nov 2020 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif in a message said the world is watching whether the new US leaders will abandon bullying and accept multilateralism.
President Rouhani: US new Gov't should compensate for past mistakes IRNA 08 Nov 2020 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said on Sunday that the next US government should compensate for Washington's past mistake.
Next US Administration should seize opportunity to make up for past mistakes: President Rouhani ISNA 08 Nov 2020 -- Referring to the outcome of the US presidential election, Iranian President said, "The harmful, incorrect policies of the US government in the last three years have been condemned by not only peoples around the world, but also the American people in the recent elections."
US must stop economic war against Iran, return to path of law: Foreign Ministry spokesman Press TV 08 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman says the new US administration must make up for its past measures and stop its economic war against the Islamic Republic.
Iran FM advises US president-elect to abandon Trump's 'disastrous lawless bullying' Press TV 08 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has reacted to the result of the latest presidential vote in the United States and the election of Joe Biden as the 46th US president, advising the new administration to give up its predecessor's "disastrous lawless bullying."
Rouhani advises incoming US admin. to make up for past US mistakes Press TV 08 Nov 2020 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has advised the incoming US administration to make up for its predecessor's mistakes and return Washington to its international commitments.
Biden Presidency Could Lessen Tensions With Iran, But Shift Unlikely To Happen Overnight Radio Farda 08 Nov 2020 -- U.S. President-elect Joe Biden has promised to stake a new course with Iran, pledging that Washington will rejoin the 2015 landmark nuclear deal if Tehran returns to full compliance.
Official: COVID-19 kills 423 more in Iran IRNA 07 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Saturday that some 423 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 37,832.
Iran and its peaceful approach toward Nagorno-Karabakh conflict IRNA 07 Nov 2020 -- The Nagorno-Karabakh conflict started more than a month ago and has claimed over one thousand casualties.
Zarif: JCPOA not a bilateral deal just between Iran, US IRNA 07 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad-Javad Zarif said on Saturday that the US chose to draw out of Iran's nuclear deal on its own will and will seek certain concessions at the negotiation table if it decides to return to it but the important point is that the JCPOA was not a deal just between Iran and the US.
Pres Rouhani advises new US administration to resume all commitments IRNA 07 Nov 2020 -- President Hassan Rouhani said on Saturday that the new US Administration needs to correct its false approach toward Iran in the past three years and abide by laws by honoring all its commitments.
Araghchi: Iran's policies not to be affected by US elections IRNA 07 Nov 2020 -- Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Abbas Araghchi said on Saturday that Iran's principled policies are based on campaign against global arrogance and resisting to illegal pressures, adding that they will not be affected by US elections.
Next US administration should learn from Iranians' resistance to Washington's economic terrorism: President Rouhani ISNA 07 Nov 2020 -- Appreciating the Iranian people's unparalleled three-year resistance to the economic terrorism of the White House rulers, the President emphasized that he hopes that the future US administration learns from this three-year experience and obeys the law and regulations and returns to all its obligations, and that the dear people of Iran see the reward of their patience, resistance and endurance.
Outcome of US election not to affect Iran's fundamental policies: Deputy FM ISNA 07 Nov 2020 -- Iran's deputy foreign minister says the result of the US presidential votes will have no bearing on the fundamental policies of the Islamic Republic of Iran.
US election result will not affect Iran's fundamental policies: Deputy FM Press TV 07 Nov 2020 -- A senior Iranian diplomat says the result of the US presidential election will have no bearing on the fundamental policies of the Islamic Republic.
President Rouhani: Iranian nation will continue resistance Press TV 07 Nov 2020 -- President Hassan Rouhani has hoped that the new US administration will take a lesson from the Iranian nation's resistance against Washington's "economic terrorism".
UN Agency Calls On Iran To Speed Probe Into Downing Of Ukraine-Bound Plane RFE/RL 07 Nov 2020 -- A UN agency has called on Iran to speed up its investigation into a Kyiv-bound passenger plane mistakenly shot down in January, killing 176 people.
Official: COVID-19 kills 424 more in Iran IRNA 06 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Friday that some 424 more Iranians have died from coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours.
Iran won't accept any change in region's geographical status: Commander Press TV 06 Nov 2020 -- A senior Iranian military commander says the Islamic Republic will accept no change in the region's geographical and geopolitical status, amid fighting between forces of Azerbaijan and Armenia over the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region and near the Iranian border.
Venezuela Reserves the Right to Buy Iranian Missiles When Deems Necessary, Foreign Minister Says Sputnik 06 Nov 2020 -- Venezuela is not planning to buy Iran's missiles so far, but reserves the right to do so when deems necessary, Venezuelan Foreign Minister Jorge Arreaza said at a meeting with his Iranian counterpart, Mohammad Javad Zarif.
IRGC Joins 'War With Soaring Prices' Radio Farda 06 Nov 2020 -- Chief Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), Hossein Salami, announced a new "headquarters" on Wednesday to combat soaring prices in Iran.
Iran's Zarif arrives in Havana after extensive talks in Caracas Press TV 06 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has arrived in the Cuban capital of Havana in the second leg of a Latin American tour, which earlier took him to Venezuela and is expected to end in Bolivia.
Iranians In A Frenzy Following Drawn-Out U.S. Presidential Vote Radio Farda 06 Nov 2020 -- Iranians have been watching the U.S. presidential race carefully due to the possible impact the results could have on their lives, particularly the economy being crushed by U.S. sanctions.
IRGC Unveils New Ballistic Missile System Radio Farda 05 Nov 2020 -- While people in most countries of the world, including Iran, had focused their attention on the outcome of the U.S. elections, the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps presented a "new missile system."
Official: COVID-19 kills 406 more in Iran IRNA 05 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Thursday that 406 more Iranians have lost their lives to coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours.
IRGC's chief commander: Any threat to our borders will be met with firm, timely response Press TV 05 Nov 2020 -- The chief commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says any possible threat posed to the country's border areas as a result of the ongoing conflict between the Republic of Azerbaijan and neighboring Armenia will be met with a "firm and timely" response.
President Rouhani: Next US administration should submit to Iranian nation's will Press TV 05 Nov 2020 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says regardless of who becomes the president of the United States, the next US administration will have to submit to the will of the Iranian nation.
Iran's Supreme Leader Mocks U.S. Election 'Spectacle' RFE/RL 05 Nov 2020 -- Iran's supreme leader has mocked the U.S. presidential election, calling the tight race a "spectacle" that has exposed the weakness of democracy.
UN Expert Slams Limits On Minorities' Rights To Worship, Citing Russia, Iran, Among Others RFE/RL 05 Nov 2020 -- A top UN expert has urged countries to repeal laws infringing on minorities' rights to worship and hold beliefs, singling out Iran, Tajikistan, Afghanistan, Russia, and Moldova, among countries of concern.
Official: COVID-19 kills 419 more in Iran IRNA 04 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Wednesday that some 419 more Iranians have died from coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours.
Azerbaijan praises Iran Leader's comments on Nagorno-Karabakh conflict Press TV 04 Nov 2020 -- Azerbaijan has expressed gratitude to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei for his stance on the conflict with Armenia over the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region.
IRGC unveils smart ballistic missile launcher IRNA 04 Nov 2020 -- Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) unveiled the smart and automatic system for launching long-range ballistic missiles on Wednesday.
Iran's IRGC unveils smart, automated system capable of launching long-range ballistic missiles Press TV 04 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has unveiled a new domestically-built ballistic missile launcher.
United States Seizes 27 Additional Domain Names Used by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps to Further a Global, Covert Influence Campaign US Dept. of Justice 04 Nov 2020 -- The United States has seized 27 domain names that Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) unlawfully used to further a global covert influence campaign.
Essential Goods' Prices To Drop Next Week, Minister Promises Radio Farda 04 Nov 2020 -- Hours after Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei commented on the high cost of goods in Iran, the newly appointed Minister of Industry, Mines and Trade (MIMT), Alireza Razm Hosseini, claimed that the prices of essential goods in the country "will change significantly next week."
Iran, Venezuela Look To 'Deepen' Ties RFE/RL 04 Nov 2020 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has arrived in Venezuela at the start of a Latin American tour that will also take him to Cuba and Bolivia.
Zarrab Was Not the Only Iranian Ringleader to Exploit Turkey's Permissive Jurisdiction Radio Farda 03 Nov 2020 -- Reza Zarrab, the Turkey-based ringleader of Iran's sanctions-evasion network who laundered over $20 billion in the biggest sanctions-evasion scheme in recent history, continues to make headlines.
Official: COVID-19 kills 422 more in Iran IRNA 03 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Tuesday that some 422 more Iranians have died from coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 36,160.
US has intensified cyberwar on Russia, China, Iran: NYT Press TV 03 Nov 2020 -- The United States has significantly scaled up its cyber warfare against Russia, China, and Iran under the pretext of deflecting alleged interference from the trio in its 2020 presidential elections, according to The New York Times.
On Karabakh conflict, Iranian commander emphasizes red line of national security Press TV 03 Nov 2020 -- With the conflict between Azerbaijan and Armenia in its sixth week, a senior Iranian commander says the Army's Ground Forces have no red line other than the Islamic Republic's national security.
Iran Army Commander: All Air Force missions fully accomplished in drills IRNA 03 Nov 2020 -- Iranian Army Commander Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi lauded the country's Air Force for fulfillment of its assigned missions in the recent military drills.
Iran's Army vows not to allow enemy carry out any aggressive move IRNA 03 Nov 2020 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran Army announced in a statement on Monday that it will confront any threat and bullying against the great nation of Iran and the holy Islamic establishment to the extent of sacrificing its life and will not allow enemy to carry out any act of aggression.
Iran destroys mock enemy targets using Kamikaze drones during extensive drills Press TV 03 Nov 2020 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force (IRIAF) successfully implements the main stage of large-scale maneuvers that have been underway in the country's central area for days.
Leader: Iran not to be affected by who becomes next US president IRNA 03 Nov 2020 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei in his speech on the auspicious occasion of the birth anniversary of Prophet Mohammad (Peace Be Upon Him) on Tuesday said that Iran's policies will not to be affected by who wins the US presidential elections.
US violated ICJ's ruling to lift sanctions against Iran: Envoy Press TV 03 Nov 2020 -- Iran's permanent ambassador to the United Nations says the US has violated a binding ruling by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) that ordered Washington to lift some of its unilateral sanctions against Tehran.
Leader: Iran will maintain unfaltering stance whoever takes helm of US Press TV 03 Nov 2020 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has said that Iran will not be concerned about who emerges the winner of the US race for presidency and that the Islamic Republic's stance towards the US hegemony will remain unaltered whatever the result of the election.
Amidst Unemployment, Iran Seeks Population Growth Radio Farda 03 Nov 2020 -- Criticizing proposed plans to increase Iran's population, the representative of Mahabad to the Majlis Iranian parliament, Jalal Mahmoudzadeh, says that young Iranians have no choice other than leaving the country in the absence of jobs. "Still, some people are after increasing the population," Mahmoudzadeh said.
Khamenei Says Iran's Policy Toward U.S. Will Not Be Affected By Election Result RFE/RL 03 Nov 2020 -- Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, says the outcome of the presidential election in the United States won't change Tehran's stance toward Washington.
Iran's daily COVID-19 death toll hits record high as Lebanon, Gaza call for total lockdown Global Times 02 Nov 2020 -- Iran reported on Sunday a record of 434 daily deaths related to the COVID-19, bringing the overall death toll from the pandemic in Iran to 35,298. Meanwhile, health officials from Lebanon and the Hamas-run Gaza Strip called for total lockdown measures to curb the pandemic.
Official: COVID-19 kills 440 more in Iran, a record since its outbreak IRNA 02 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Monday that some 440 more Iranians have died from coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 35,738.
Iran Army Air Force maneuver begins in central Iran IRNA 02 Nov 2020 -- Iranian Army's Air Force began the main phase of ninth maneuver of Modafe'an-e Aseman-e Velayat (Defenders of Skies under Guardianship of Supreme Jurisprudence) at an operational area in Isfahan, central Iran, on Monday.
Iran Air Force drills head into main phase Press TV 02 Nov 2020 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force (IRIAF) takes its underway large-scale maneuvers into their main phase by using indigenous and indigenously-overhauled fighter planes to successfully destroy mock hostile targets.
Iran Equips RF-4 Reconnaissance Jets With Advanced Domestically Produced Cameras Sputnik 02 Nov 2020 -- Despite establishing domestic production of many military vehicle types, including jets, in light of a UN ban on weapons sales, Iran still uses RF-4s obtained from the US in the 1960-70s, during the time of the Imperial State of Iran.
Iran Begins Air Drills in Central Isfahan Province Sputnik 02 Nov 2020 -- The Iranian air force will conduct the final phase of the Devotees of the Velayat Sanctuary 9 drills in Isfahan, a province in the country's centre, the Mehr news agency reported on Monday, citing Iran Air Force Commander Aziz Nasirzadeh.
Iranian lawmakers give green light to urgent motion to thwart sanctions Press TV 02 Nov 2020 -- The majority of Iranian lawmakers have given green light to an urgent strategic motion, which aims to counteract unilateral sanctions imposed on the Islamic Republic by Western countries, topped by the United States.
Iran unconcerned who will become next US president, looks at policy Press TV 02 Nov 2020 -- The Foreign Ministry says Iran is unconcerned about who will become the United States' next president and only looks towards the US administration's political choices.
Prolific Cleric Appointed As Member Of Guardian Council Radio Farda 02 Nov 2020 -- Following the resignation of Mohammad Yazdi from the powerful Guardian Council, Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei replaced him with another member of the clergy, Ahmad Khatami, on Sunday.
Former Leader Of Separatist Group 'Arrested,' Transferred To Iran RFE/RL 02 Nov 2020 -- The former leader of the separatist group the Arab Struggle Movement for the Liberation of Ahwaz (ASMLA) has been arrested and transferred to Iran under unclear circumstances.
Nurses In Iran Under Coronavirus Pressure Radio Farda 01 Nov 2020 -- The Deputy Director of the National Nursing Organization, Mohammad Sharifi Moqaddam, says the increase in Iran's COVID-19-related death toll is due to an "insufficient number of nurses" in the country's hospitals.
Martial Law Proposed To Contain COVID-19 In Iran Radio Farda 01 Nov 2020 -- A member of the Scientific Committee of Iran's National Coronavirus Combat and Prevention Headquarters, Majid Mokhtari, says the COVID-19 pandemic is a "grave" issue that addition to quarantine may require "martial law."
Another single day record of COVID-19 death toll in Iran IRNA 01 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Sunday that some 434 more Iranians have died from coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours.
Iran to test COVID-19 vaccine on human soon ISNA 01 Nov 2020 -- The Iranian Health Ministry spokeswoman has unveiled plans to conduct the first human test of a homegrown vaccine for the coronavirus infection in the coming weeks.
Iran introduces new transportation restrictions amid rising COVID-19 cases Press TV 01 Nov 2020 -- Iran has introduced new restrictions on public transportation and traffic as new cases of novel coronavirus keep soaring across the country.
Zarif on Karabakh conflict: Iran won't tolerate terrorists' presence near borders Press TV 01 Nov 2020 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has warned about the transfer of Daesh remnants to the Nagorno-Karabkh region amid ongoing fighting between Azerbaijan and Armenia, saying the Islamic Republic will not tolerate the presence of Takfiri terrorists near its borders.
Zarif elaborates on Iran's peace plan for Nagorno-Karabakh conflict IRNA 01 Nov 2020 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif on Sunday elaborated on Iran's peace plan for settlement of Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict over Nagorno-Karabakh.
Russia awards contract to Power Machines for work at Iranian power plant Press TV 01 Nov 2020 -- Russia's Power Machines has been awarded with a contract to build a major Iranian power plant on the coast of the Persian Gulf.
Army Aviation stages large-scale maneuvers in central Iran Press TV 01 Nov 2020 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran Army Aviation (IRIAA) has undertaken large-scale drills in central Iran, enlisting as many as seven airbases and dozens of manned and unmanned aircraft.
Iran's Air Force to Hold New Drills on Modern Warfare Tactics to Prepare for Emerging Threats Sputnik 01 Nov 2020 -- The upcoming war game is one of many held annually by Iran in a bid to prepare for a possible invasion by hostile forces. These preparations come in light of the ongoing standoff between Tehran and Washington, as the latter continues to maintain a military presence in the Persian Gulf despite Iran's objections.

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