January 2021 - Iran Special Weapons News

COVID-19: Ukraine, Georgia, And Iran Make Progress In Acquiring Vaccines RFE/RL 31 Jan 2021 -- COVID-19 vaccination programs in Ukraine, Georgia, and Iran were given a boost over the weekend as health officials announced progress in getting their populations inoculated.
Some 70 deaths caused by COVID-19 in Iran IRNA 31 Jan 2021 -- Some 70 deaths were caused by COVID-19 in Iran over the past 24 hours, Spokeswoman for Iran's Ministry of Health and Medical Education Sima Sadat Lari said on Sunday.
FM Zarif: Iran ready to facilitate dialog between Afghan gov't, Taliban, other groups IRNA 31 Jan 2021 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said in a meeting with the Taliban delegation in Tehran on Sunday that Iran is ready to facilitate dialog among Taliban, Afghan Government, and other Afghan groups and hoped that with the restoration of peace, the pretext for occupation will come to an end in Afghanistan.
Taliban delegation meets FM Zarif in Tehran ISNA 31 Jan 2021 -- A delegation of the Taliban, led by deputy head of the group's political bureau Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, held talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif at a meeting in Tehran on Sunday.
Iran backs Islamic government in Afghanistan representing all factions : Zarif Press TV 31 Jan 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the Islamic Republic supports the formation of an Islamic government in neighboring Afghanistan, which represents people from all political groups and factions of the country.
Iran writes letter about removing sanctions to IAEA IRNA 31 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to International Organizations in Vienna Kazem Gharibabadi said on Sunday that a letter has been written and sent to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and its member-states about the backgrounds and reasons of Majlis' law of strategic measure for sanctions removal.
Iran raps French President's comments on new nuclear deal ISNA 31 Jan 2021 -- The spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran dismissed the French president's recent remarks about the need for a new nuclear deal with Tehran.
Iran's Parliament speaker says US must prove commitment to JCPOA, lift sanctions Press TV 31 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Parliament speaker says instead of setting preconditions for returning to the JCPOA, the administration of US President Joe Biden must first prove its commitment to the nuclear deal by offering a roadmap to the removal of unilateral sanctions imposed on Tehran.
82 more Iranians lose their lives to COVID-19 IRNA 30 Jan 2021 -- Some 82 deaths were caused by COVID-19 in Iran over the past 24 hours, spokeswoman for Iran's Ministry of Health and Medical Education Sima Sadat Lari said on Saturday.
Rouhani warns about possible new wave of COVID-19 IRNA 30 Jan 2021 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani on Saturday warned people to observe the health protocols, saying the country will, otherwise, face a fourth wave of COVID-19 within the next two months.
All volunteers to receive Iran-made COVID-19 injections by Feb 18 IRNA 30 Jan 2021 -- Efforts have been made to prepare the ground for injecting all volunteers in Iran with indigenous COVID-19 vaccine by the end of February 18 (end of Iranian month of Bahman), an official announced on Saturday.
Health Minister: COVID-19 tests underway in border spots IRNA 30 Jan 2021 -- Iranian Health Minister Saeed Namaki stressed the importance of increasing coronavirus testing at arrival points at all land, air and sea borders.
Envoy: Iran to take delivery of Sputnik vaccines on February 4 IRNA 30 Jan 2021 -- Iranian Ambassador to Moscow Kazem Jalali said that Iran will take delivery of Sputnik vaccines on February 4 and that Iran will produce Sputnik vaccines jointly with Russia in the next stage.
Iran says its COVID-19 vaccine effective against UK virus variant Press TV 30 Jan 2021 -- The head of the production team of the Iranian coronavirus vaccine at the Headquarters for Executing the Order of Imam Khomeini says the vaccine, dubbed Coviran Barekat, works against the British variant of COVID-19.
Russia, Iran Sign Deal on Production of Sputnik V Vaccine in Iran, Iranian Ambassador Says Sputnik 30 Jan 2021 -- Tehran and Moscow have signed an agreement on the deliveries of Russia's Sputnik V vaccine and the first batch of the drug is expected to be sent to Iran next week, Iranian Ambassador to Russia Kazem Jalali told IRNA news agency.
Iran Says Nuclear Deal 'Nonnegotiable,' Rejects Adding Participants RFE/RL 30 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry has rejected any new negotiations or changes to the participants in Tehran's nuclear deal with world powers.
Some 71 deaths caused by COVID-19 in Iran IRNA 29 Jan 2021 -- Some 71 deaths were caused by COVID-19 in Iran over the past 24 hours, spokeswoman for Iran's Ministry of Health and Medical Education Sima Sadat Lari said on Friday.
Iran conducts half of 1st human trial of Covid-19 vaccine IRNA 29 Jan 2021 -- Director of the Clinical Trial Center of Tehran University of Medical Sciences Hamed Hosseini said that 35 volunteers out of 56 people needed to participate in the first phase of the human trial of Iran-made Covid-19 vaccine have got a first vaccine shot.
Iran never pulled out of JCPOA to return to it: Vaezi IRNA 29 Jan 2021 -- Mahmoud Vaezi, Chief of Staff of the President of Iran, said on Friday that the Islamic Republic has not withdrawn from the 2015 nuclear deal and it has abided by its commitments under the agreement; so, it is not the country that should return to the accord.
UN chief says 'a lot of work' needs to be done on JCPOA revival, no 'immediate' solution in sight Press TV 29 Jan 2021 -- United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres says he does not expect an "immediate" revival of a 2015 multilateral nuclear agreement signed between Iran and world powers that the US unilaterally left three years later.
FM Zarif: US nuclear demand from Iran 'will never happen' Press TV 29 Jan 2021 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Iran will not accept the US demand that it resume full nuclear compliance before Washington lifts sanctions on Tehran.
Ex-Obama Aide Malley Named As Top U.S. Iran Envoy RFE/RL 29 Jan 2021 -- Veteran diplomat Robert Malley will serve as the U.S. special envoy for Iran, White House press secretary Jen Psaki confirmed on January 29.
Iran issues emergency use permit for Russia's Sputnik V vaccine IRNA 28 Jan 2021 -- Spokesman of Iran's Food and Drug Administration Kianoush Jahanpour on Thursday announced that Iran has granted emergency use authorization to Sputnik V, a coronavirus vaccine made by Russia's Gamaleya Center.
Some 85 deaths caused by COVID-19 in Iran IRNA 28 Jan 2021 -- Some 85 deaths were caused by COVID-19 in Iran over the past 24 hours, spokeswoman for Iran's Ministry of Health and Medical Education Sima Sadat Lari said on Thursday.
Iran, Russia, Turkey reaffirm commitment to Syria sovereignty, territorial integrity Press TV 28 Jan 2021 -- Iran, Russia, and Turkey that act as the guarantors of an all-Syria ceasefire have issued a joint statement in support of the resolution of the Arab country's conflict on the sidelines of a gathering aimed at devising a new constitution for the war-weary nation.
Iran's 20 % uranium stockpile reached 17 kg: Official IRNA 28 Jan 2021 -- Spokesman for Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Behrouz Kamalvandi said on Thursday that after the implementation of the strategic law on lifting sanctions, the stockpile of 20 percent enriched uranium in the country has reached to about 17 kilograms.
Iran's parliament speaker: 20% uranium enrichment ahead of schedule IRNA 28 Jan 2021 -- Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf said on Thursday that the country's 20 percent uranium enrichment in Fordow is ahead of the planned schedule.
Parliament speaker: Iran ahead of schedule in producing 20% enriched uranium Press TV 28 Jan 2021 -- Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Baqer Qalibaf says Iran is ahead of schedule in enriching uranium to a purity level of 20 percent, almost a month after the country began to scale up its uranium enrichment program.
Iran Enriched '17 Kilograms' Of 20 Percent Enriched Uranium, Exceeding Goals RFE/RL 28 Jan 2021 -- Iran's parliament speaker says the country has produced 17 kilograms of 20 percent-enriched uranium within a month, as Iranian officials continue to dismiss international calls for Tehran to return to full compliance with the 2015 nuclear agreement.
Iran Unveils Plans to Install 1,000 Advanced Uranium Enrichment Centrifuges in Natanz Sputnik 28 Jan 2021 -- Earlier this month, Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif stressed that Tehran resuming 20 percent uranium enrichment is fully in line with the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, also known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
FM Zarif: 6-way mechanism important as one of methods in regional cooperation IRNA 28 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Thursday that he will discuss the results of the six-way mechanism with the Turkish authorities.
Iran may change cooperation level with IAEA: Envoy IRNA 28 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to International Organizations in Vienna Kazem Gharibabadi warned about a possible change in the level of cooperation between Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
Russia opposed to revision of JCPOA IRNA 28 Jan 2021 -- Russia is opposed to any revision of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action – JCPOA – or any changes in the terms of the nuclear deal, Russian Foreign Ministry official said on Wednesday night.
Iran's Zarif: US carrot-and-stick policy not effective anymore Press TV 28 Jan 2021 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the United States' former means of trying to bend other nations to its will is not effectual anymore due to the unreliability of the course of action.
Iranian Foreign Minister Explains Why US Should Make First Step in Returning to Nuclear Deal Sputnik 28 Jan 2021 -- The new US administration earlier indicated its interest in returning to the Iran nuclear deal, but newly sworn-in Secretary of State Antony Blinken suggested that the Islamic Republic, which had been suffering from US sanctions over the past three years, should be the party to make the first step in reaching the agreement.
Rouhani says Iran exported some $28bn non-oil commodities despite sanctions IRNA 28 Jan 2021 -- President Hassan Rouhani said on Thursday that despite all the US tough sanctions, Iran exported some $28 billion non-oil commodities over the past 10 months of the current Iranian year (started on March 20).
COVID-19 causes 91 more deaths in Iran IRNA 27 Jan 2021 -- Some 91 deaths were caused by COVID-19 in Iran over the past 24 hours, spokeswoman for Iran's Ministry of Health and Medical Education Sima Sadat Lari said on Wednesday.
China 'concerned' about seizure of oil tankers by Indonesia Press TV 27 Jan 2021 -- China says it seeks information on 25 of its nationals who were among 61 crew members aboard two oil tankers seized by Indonesia over the weekend.
US B-52 bomber flies over West Asia region as Biden seeks thawing ties with Iran Press TV 27 Jan 2021 -- A US nuclear-capable bomber has flown over the Middle East despite the new US administration's stated efforts to seek a thaw in ties with Iran.
US Flies Strategic Bombers Over Middle East Sputnik 27 Jan 2021 -- The United States has flown B-52 long-range strategic bombers over the Middle East in a mission aimed at deterring potential aggression in the region, US Central Command (CENTCOM) said in a press release on Wednesday.
Pentagon Pens Contracts for Two Hypersonic Missile Detection Satellite Prototypes Sputnik 27 Jan 2021 -- The US Space Force has plans for a vast array of detection and communications satellites to monitor events on the Earth's surface, including but not limited to detecting hypersonic weapon launches. The orbital military surveillance network could consist of up to 1,000 satellites.
President Rouhani criticizes EU partners for lack of commitment IRNA 27 Jan 2021 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani on Wednesday criticized the EU states parties to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action for lack of compliance to the JCPOA.
Russia ready to export Iran's surplus enriched uranium if US rejoined JCPOA: Deputy FM Press TV 27 Jan 2021 -- A senior Russian Foreign Ministry official says Moscow is ready to export Iran's enriched uranium produced above the limit set by the 2015 nuclear deal should the United States return to the historic accord.
'Try Me:' Rohani Warns Judiciary Over Telecoms Minister's Prosecution RFE/RL 27 Jan 2021 -- Iranian President Hassan Rohani has criticized Iran's judiciary over the prosecution of the country's telecommunications minister after he allegedly refused to block Instagram and impose restrictions on other foreign social media and messaging platforms.
Iran Ready to Strike Israel in Event of 'Slightest Mistake' - Armed Forces Spokesman Sputnik 27 Jan 2021 -- A spokesman for the Iranian Armed Forces, Brigadier General Abolfazl Shekarchi, issued threats in response to statements made by Israel's top brass.
Experts: Iran Eyes Reuniting Its 'Axis of Resistance' VOA 27 Jan 2021 -- Ongoing talks about restoring ties between the Syrian government and the Palestinian militant group Hamas are part of a new attempt by Iran to revitalize a regional alliance, some experts say.
Indonesia: Tankers' Crews Caught 'Red-Handed' in Illegal Oil Transfer, Confessed Radio Free Asia 26 Jan 2021 -- The crews of two tankers seized by Indonesia over the weekend admitted that they were carrying out an unauthorized oil transfer from an Iran-flagged vessel to a Panama-flagged one and hiding their ships' identities, a spokesman for the Indonesian coast guard said on Tuesday.
Foreign Ministry Sergey Lavrov's remarks and replies to media questions at a joint news conference following talks with Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Javad Zarif, Moscow, January 26, 2021 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 26 Jan 2021
Foreign Ministry Sergey Lavrov's remarks and replies to media questions at a joint news conference following talks with Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Javad Zarif, Moscow, January 26, 2021 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 26 Jan 2021
FM Zarif: Russia's Sputnik V COVID-19 vaccine registered in Iran IRNA 26 Jan 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif announced on Tuesday that Iran has approved the Russian coronavirus vaccine Sputnik V.
COVID-19 causes 79 more deaths in Iran IRNA 26 Jan 2021 -- Some 79 deaths were caused by COVID-19 in Iran over the past 24 hours, spokeswoman for Iran's Ministry of Health and Medical Education Sima Sadat Lari said on Tuesday.
Iranian COVID-19 vaccine brings no side effect, official IRNA 26 Jan 2021 -- Chairman of the Executive Office of the Order of Imam Khomeini Mohammad Mokhber said on Tuesday that feedback of the first phase of Iranian coronavirus human trial were satisfactory and it has caused no side effect so far.
Iran to begin 2nd phase of human trial on homegrown coronavirus vaccine within next weeks ISNA 26 Jan 2021 -- Chairman of the Executive Office of the Order of Imam Khomeini, Mohammad Mokhber announced on Tuesday that the second phase of human trial on homegrown coronavirus vaccine named COV-Iran Barekat is set to begin within next weeks.
Russia's Sputnik V Vaccine Has Been Registered in Iran Sputnik 26 Jan 2021 -- Last week, Iranian government spokesman Ali Rabiei stated that Iran had held talks with Russia, China, and India on the potential procurement of vaccines against the coronavirus.
Iran Hosts Taliban to 'Exchange Views' on US-backed Afghan Peace Process VOA 26 Jan 2021 -- Senior leaders of Afghanistan's Taliban insurgency traveled to Iran Tuesday to "exchange views" on U.S.-brokered peace negotiations between warring Afghan parties.
Iran Will Return to Full Compliance With JCPOA if US Lifts Sanctions, FM Zarif Says Sputnik 26 Jan 2021 -- Tehran will resume full compliance with the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) if the US lifts sanctions that currently hinder Iran's cooperation with foreign nations, Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Tuesday.
Zarif: America must make up for its mistake IRNA 26 Jan 2021 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, referring to the US unilateral exit from Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), said on Tuesday that the United States must first make up for its mistake, and then Iran will respond appropriately.
Iran will only respond to actions, not words: Zarif to US Press TV 26 Jan 2021 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Iran will take proper action whenever the United States lifts the sanctions to pave the way for its return to the 2015 nuclear deal, stressing that the Islamic Republic takes Washington's actions, not words, as its yardstick.
US should abide by JCPOA, UNSC Resolution 2231: Iran FM IRNA 26 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Minister of Foreign Affairs Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Tuesday that Moscow and Tehran stress on the need for the US compliance with the Iran nuclear deal and the UN Security Council's Resolution 2231.
Iranian Rival Camps Lined Up to Gain from Biden's Administration Radio Farda 26 Jan 2021 -- Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei's website has published a series of exclusive interviews with seven top-ranking officials in Iran. Published from January 11 to January 18, and titled "Decisive Word," the interviews reflect attitudes of Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, and two of his predecessors, Ali Akbar Velayati and Kamal Kharrazi; the speaker of Iran's Majlis parliament, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf and his predecessor, Ali Larijani; the Deputy President and head of Iran Atomic Energy Organization (IAEO) Ali Akbar Salehi; and former Secretary of the Islamic Republic Supreme National Security Council, Saeed Jalili.
Russian FM: Iran, Russia discuss construction of new units for Bushehr power plant IRNA 26 Jan 2021 -- The Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov in a meeting with his Iranian counterpart Mohammad Javad Zarif here on Tuesday said that Russia and Iran discussed the construction of new units of the Bushehr nuclear power plant.
Russia Joins Iran In Call For U.S. To Lift Sanctions To Rejoin Nuclear Pact RFE/RL 26 Jan 2021 -- Moscow has joined Tehran in calling on U.S. President Joe Biden to lift crippling economic sanctions on Iran if he wants to save a multination deal aimed at keeping the Middle Eastern country's nuclear program in check.
Iran to invest $20bn for development of new gas fields: Petroleum official Press TV 26 Jan 2021 -- An Iranian Oil Ministry official says the government aims to spend some $20 billion in new investment for development of gas fields to meet a growing demand for energy in the country.
Iran building 30-million-barrel strategic reserves Press TV 26 Jan 2021 -- Iran has decided to build strategic reserves for 30 million barrels of oil as a buffer against the impact of sanctions, the CEO of the Iranian company in charge of the project says.
Brother Of Iranian VP Sentenced To Two Years In Prison For 'Currency Smuggling' RFE/RL 26 Jan 2021 -- Iran has sentenced the brother of First Vice President Eshaq Jahangiri to two years in prison on finance-related charges.
Iran, China stress continuation of cooperation in fighting COVID-19 IRNA 25 Jan 2021 -- Speaker of Majlis (Iranian Parliament) Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf and Speaker of China's National People's Congress Li Zhanshu emphasized cooperation in fighting coronavirus and producing vaccines.
COVID-19 causes 98 more deaths in Iran IRNA 25 Jan 2021 -- Some 98 deaths were caused by COVID-19 in Iran over the past 24 hours, spokeswoman for Iran's Ministry of Health and Medical Education Sima Sadat Lari said on Monday.
Official: Iran to receive 1st COVAX shipment soon IRNA 25 Jan 2021 -- Iran will receive first batch of foreign vaccines from COVAX, an affiliate to the World Health Organization, in the next few weeks, Secretary of national anti-COVID-19 Task Force Mostafa Ghaneie said on Monday.
Gen. Baqeri terms recent drills as response to Trump's saber-rattling IRNA 25 Jan 2021 -- Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces Major-General Mohammad Baqeri said on Monday that holding 10 military drills in 15 days were a response to former US president Donald Trump's saber-rattling.
Iran military drills forced enemy to abandon threats: Top general Press TV 25 Jan 2021 -- Iran's senior military commander says the country's recent back-to-back military drills had the United States give up its threats of military action against the Islamic Republic.
US General Says US, Iran Entering 'Period of Opportunity;' Former Prisoner Warns Against Softening Stance VOA 25 Jan 2021 -- How relations between the United States and Iran will take shape under the new Biden administration remains to be seen, but one U.S. general says the two foes are entering a "period of opportunity."
Tehran says no changes seen regarding JCPOA, warns to implement new nuclear law 'word by word' Press TV 25 Jan 2021 -- Tehran says nothing new has happened with regard to the 2015 nuclear agreement it reached with six world powers, which was later ditched by former US President Donald Trump.
Minister says Iran is pursuing the case of seized tanker IRNA 25 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Minister of Petroleum Bijan Zangeneh said on Monday that Iran is pursuing the case of an Iranian oil tanker seized in the Indonesian waters.
Iran Reportedly Orders Operators To Block Signal Messaging App RFE/RL 25 Jan 2021 -- The Iranian monthly Peivast is reporting that Iran has blocked the private encrypted messaging application Signal, ordering mobile operators to filter it from their networks.
Indonesian Authorities Probe Iranian, Chinese Crews of Tankers Over Oil Transfer Radio Free Asia 25 Jan 2021 -- The Indonesian coast guard said Monday it was investigating the Iranian and Chinese crews of two oil tankers after seizing them off West Kalimantan province for allegedly carrying out an illegal ship-to-ship petroleum transfer in territorial waters.
Indonesia Seizes Iran, Panama-Flagged Tankers Over Suspected Illegal Oil Transfer RFE/RL 25 Jan 2021 -- Indonesia says it has seized an Iranian tanker and Panamanian vessel suspected of illegally transferring oil in the Southeast Asian nation's waters.
Iranian COVID-19 vaccine proves safe IRNA 24 Jan 2021 -- The implementer of the clinical study of the Iranian-made COVID-19 vaccine said on Sunday that the COV-Iran Barekat has had no side effect in any of the 21 recipients.
Some 89 deaths caused by COVID-19 in Iran IRNA 24 Jan 2021 -- Some 89 deaths were caused by COVID-19 in Iran over the past 24 hours, spokeswoman for Iran's Ministry of Health and Medical Education Sima Sadat Lari said on Sunday.
Iran health minister concerned about circulation of COVID-19 IRNA 24 Jan 2021 -- Iranian Health Minister Saeed Namaki on Sunday expressed concern about circulation of COVID-19 in the country, saying if a new wave of the disease takes place, the Iranians will have to endure far more hardship than before.
Iran renews ban on UK flights until late February Press TV 24 Jan 2021 -- Iranian aviation officials says a ban enacted last month on flights to and from the United Kingdom will persist until January 18 as authorities seek to prevent any spread of a new variant of the coronavirus.
Some 69 deaths caused by COVID-19 in Iran IRNA 23 Jan 2021 -- Some 69 deaths were caused by COVID-19 in Iran over the past 24 hours, spokeswoman for Iran's Ministry of Health and Medical Education Sima Sadat Lari said on Saturday.
Intensification of supervision key to prevent a new wave in country: President Rouhani ISNA 23 Jan 2021 -- Iran's President called the reduction of death cases due to people's efforts and cooperation in observing health protocols, and a record of pride for the Iranian nation and government in the process of combatting COVID-19, and at the same time, stressed the need to intensify monitoring to prevent a new wave from happening in the country.
Rouhani: Iran tries to begin COVID-19 vaccination this month Press TV 23 Jan 2021 -- President Hassan Rouhani says Iran is attempting to begin the nationwide vaccination against the COVID-19 pandemic in the current Persian calendar month which ends on February 18.
Iran doesn't accept mediation in Korean oil tanker case: Khatibzadeh ISNA 24 Jan 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman, Saeed Khatibzadeh stressed that the Islamic Republic doesn't accept political mediation in technical issues hence it doesn't accept mediation in South Korean oil tanker which was seized due to the pollution of the marine environment in the Persian Gulf.
Iranians should have confidence in bright economic future: Rouhani Press TV 24 Jan 2021 -- President Hassan Rouhani has assured the nation of a bright future for the Iranian economy as the failure of the US economic war will open up a new chapter in trade ties.
Iran isn't interested in direct talks with US yet: Deputy FM Araghchi ISNA 23 Jan 2021 -- Iranian deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Seyyed Abbas Araghchi stressed that there is no other alternative for Iran nuclear deal, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Biden administration has fundamental choice to make: Zarif ISNA 23 Jan 2021 -- nian Foreign Minister, Mohammad Javad Zarif stressed that US President Joe Biden can choose a better path by ending Trump's failed policy of "maximum pressure" and returning to the deal his predecessor abandoned. If he does, Iran will likewise return to full implementation of our commitments under the nuclear deal. But if Washington instead insists on extracting concessions, then this opportunity will be lost.
Iran urges U.S. to "unconditionally" remove sanctions as 1st step to revive nuke deal People's Daily 23 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif urged U.S. new administration to "unconditionally" remove sanctions as the first step to revive the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), stressing the necessity to limit the deal scope to nuclear issues.
Iran not interested in 'direct contact' with Biden administration for now: Senior diplomat Press TV 23 Jan 2021 -- A senior Iranian diplomat says the Islamic Republic has had no contact with the administration of new US President Joe Biden, stressing that any possible talks could only be held within the "right format" of a 2015 multilateral nuclear agreement signed between Tehran and major world powers.
Head of Mossad to Outline Israeli Demands to Biden for Rejoining Iran Nuclear Deal - Report Sputnik 23 Jan 2021 -- During his presidential campaign, Joe Biden laid out his plans to rejoin the Iranian nuclear agreement after the Trump administration withdrew in 2018, claiming that Tehran was not acting in accordance with the deal's demands to limit the development of nuclear material.
Iran's Domestic, Diaspora Critics Differ on How Biden Should Counter Tehran's Behavior VOA 23 Jan 2021 -- Prominent Iran-based and Iranian diaspora critics of Tehran's Islamist rulers have differing expectations about how far U.S. President Joe Biden will go to implement his promised new approach to dealing with Iran's objectionable behavior.
Some 75 deaths caused by COVID-19 in Iran IRNA 22 Jan 2021 -- Some 75 deaths were caused by COVID-19 over the past 24 hours, spokeswoman for Iran's Ministry of Health and Medical Education Sima Sadat Lari said on Friday.
Official: Iran, Cuba keen on producing million doses of COVID-19 vaccine IRNA 22 Jan 2021 -- Spokesman of Iran's Food and Drug Administration Kianoush Jahanpour said Iran and Cuba are after creating capacity for producing million doses of COVID-19 vaccine.
Iran, Cuba to mass produce COVID-19 vaccine amid US sanctions: Official Press TV 22 Jan 2021 -- Iran and Cuba plan to create the capacity for the mass production of doses of a vaccine to contain the coronavirus pandemic amid crippling sanctions imposed on the two countries by the administration of former US President Donald Trump.
US blocking Iran's payment of UN membership dues: Zarif Press TV 22 Jan 2021 -- Iran's foreign minister says the government has allocated funds for the payment of its dues to the UN, but Washington is preventing Tehran from paying its contributions.
Health official recommends home-grown COVID-19 vaccine "satisfactory quality" IRNA 21 Jan 2021 -- The home-made COVID-19 vaccines enjoy "satisfactory quality", deputy Minister of Health and Medical Education said on Thursday.
Some 93 deaths caused by COVID-19 in Iran IRNA 21 Jan 2021 -- Some 93 deaths were caused by COVID-19 over the past 24 hours, spokeswoman for Iran's Ministry of Health and Medical Education Sima Sadat Lari said on Thursday.
Israeli regime signals snubbing US if it rejoins Iran deal: TV report Press TV 21 Jan 2021 -- A new report cites a "very senior Israeli official" as saying that the occupying regime would start snubbing the US if it reentered a 2015 nuclear deal between Iran and world powers that was ditched by the previous American administration.
Iran's Zarif: Unlawful US sanctions dealt blow to multilateralism Press TV 21 Jan 2021 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has once again slammed the US for turning its back on its obligations under the 2015 nuclear agreement, saying Washington has profoundly undermined multilateralism by imposing unlawful sanctions on others.
Iran to start COVID-19 vaccination by Feb 10: Health Minister IRNA 20 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Minister of Health Saeed Namaki said on Wednesday that the country will start vaccination before February 10.
Some 84 deaths caused by COVID-19 in Iran IRNA 20 Jan 2021 -- Some 84 deaths were caused by COVID-19 over the past 24 hours, spokeswoman for Iran's Ministry of Health and Medical Education Sima Sadat Lari said on Wednesday.
Iran, Cuba's COVID-19 vaccine project proceeds to clinical trial phase II Press TV 20 Jan 2021 -- A coronavirus vaccine project being jointly pursued by Iran and Cuba has entered phase II of its clinical trials, with no side effects having been reported so far.
Iranian Army Ground Forces capable of doing special, hybrid operations IRNA 20 Jan 2021 -- The commander of the Iranian Army said on Wednesday that the Army is capable carrying out any kind of special and hybrid operations and that if the enemy makes a mistake and makes a move based on a miscalculation, they will regret it.
Iranian drones spot hypothetical enemy vessels during 'Eqtedar 99' drills IRNA 20 Jan 2021 -- During 'Eqtedar 99' military drills underway in Iran, the Army of the Islamic Republic of Iran monitored and identified the hypothetical enemy vessels in international waters.
Iran's Army unveils "Jalal" Electro-Optical monitoring system in 'Eqtedar 99' drill IRNA 20 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Army on Wednesday unveiled "Jalal" Electro - Optical monitoring system in "Eqtedar 99" military exercise.
Iran surveillance, reconnaissance drones take center stage on 2nd day of Army drills Press TV 20 Jan 2021 -- The Iranian Army fields its advanced surveillance and reconnaissance unmanned aircraft on the second day of maneuvers taking place across a "sensitive" stretch of the country's southeastern coastline.
Rouhani: Trump created oppression, corruption in his term IRNA 20 Jan 2021 -- President Hassan Rouhani said on Wednesday that the outgoing US President Donald Trump created oppression, corruption and difficulty in his four years.
Several US officials put on Iran's sanctions list: Khatibzadeh ISNA 20 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman says the country has put on its sanctions list a host of senior US officials for their role and involvement in Washington's acts of terror against Iran and Iranian nationals and violation of their human rights.
Rouhani: Trump registered state terrorism on US record by assassinating Soleimani Press TV 20 Jan 2021 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says outgoing American president, Donald Trump, registered state terrorism on America's official record by openly accepting responsibility for the assassination of top Iranian anti-terror commander Lieutenant General Qassem Soleimani in a third country.
EU's Borrell calls for close cooperation with US on Iran deal as Biden is to be sworn in Press TV 20 Jan 2021 -- The EU foreign policy chief has called for closer cooperation between the bloc and the new US administration on three key areas, including the Iran nuclear deal, after the end of what he called 'governing by tweeting' of Donald Trump.
Trump's political life over, but JCPOA alive: President Rouhani ISNA 20 Jan 2021 -- In the honour of the anniversary of the victory of the Islamic Revolution and the end of 16 years of struggle and resistance of the Iranian nation, the President emphasised, "February 1979, coinciding with the lunar year 99, was a great victory against tyranny and colonisation of the Iranian nation and this year in solar year 99 also sees the victory of the Iranian nation against maximum pressure and economic terrorism and the end of another tyrant's era".
Zarif demands full commitment to JCPOA in return for termination of sanctions IRNA 20 Jan 2021 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad-Javad Zarif reacting to Ireland's expressed interest in playing role in preserving the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) reiterated that Iran is ready, if sanctions are terminated and US commitments are met, put on agenda full commitment to JCPOA in response.
US turns to blatant hostage-taking of Iranian nationals: Khatibzade ISNA 20 Jan 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman, Saeed Khatibzadeh pointed to the arrest of an Iranian university professor in the United States, stressing that Washington has turned to blatant hostage-taking of Iranian nationals.
Tehran Denounces 'Hostage Taking' After Iranian Accused Of Being Agent Arrested in U.S. RFE/RL 20 Jan 2021 -- Tehran has accused Washington of "hostage taking" after an Iranian political scientist was arrested in the United States and accused of being an agent of Iran's government.
South Korea promises to release Iran assets without practical step IRNA 20 Jan 2021 -- Governor of Central Bank of Iran (CBI) says South Korean officials promise to release Iranian assets but take no practical steps to pay South Korean arrears to Iran.
South Korean banks must compensate for these two years' losses IRNA 20 Jan 2021 -- Governor of the Central Bank Iran (CBI) said we believe the Korean banks that have blocked Iran's monetary assets must pay compensation for these two years appropriately, and of course the amount is a technical matter that needs to be calculated by experts in banking and financial affairs.
US should rejoin Iran nuclear deal with no preconditions: China Press TV 20 Jan 2021 -- China has called on the incoming US administration to rejoin the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, officially known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), with no preconditions and remove the unilateral sanctions on the country.
President Rouhani: Iran to start COVID-19 vaccination soon IRNA 19 Jan 2021 -- President Hassan Rouhani underlined that the Iranian people will receive the COVID-19 vaccine within the coming weeks.
Iran to import over 42m doses of COVID-19 vaccines IRNA 19 Jan 2021 -- Deputy head of Strategic Headquarters for Implementing Country's Comprehensive Scientific Plan said here on Tuesday that Iran will import 42.3 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines to be distributed in near future.
Some 87 deaths caused by COVID-19 in Iran IRNA 19 Jan 2021 -- Some 87 deaths were caused by COVID-19 over the past 24 hours, spokeswoman for Iran's Ministry of Health and Medical Education Sima Sadat Lari said on Tuesday.
Iran in Talks With Russia, China, India on Potential Procurement of COVID-19 Vaccines Sputnik 19 Jan 2021 -- Iran has held talks with Russia, China and India on the potential procurement of the vaccines against the coronavirus, Iranian government spokesman Ali Rabiei said on Tuesday.
IRGC chief: Recent drills gave enemies warning against any miscalculation Press TV 19 Jan 2021 -- The chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the recent military exercises in Iran were a show of the country's deterrent power and served as a warning to enemies against any miscalculation in dealing with the Islamic Republic.
Iranian Army's Ground Force starts drill on southeastern Makran coast Press TV 19 Jan 2021 -- The Iranian Army's Ground Force has launched a new drill to assess the combat readiness of its military units as well as the pace of their deployment from territorial areas to mission zones.
Iran Says Biden Never Reached Out to Discuss Return to Nuclear Deal Sputnik 19 Jan 2021 -- Iran has received no communications from US President-elect Joe Biden pertaining to his country's potential return to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), spokesman for the Iranian government Ali Rabiee said on Tuesday.
Tehran sanctions high-ranking US officials for their role in terrorism, anti-Iran measures IRNA 19 Jan 2021 -- The spokesman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Tuesday that Iran has sanctioned several US officials for having a role in the acts of terror and anti-human measures against Iran and Iranians.
Iran slaps sanctions on Trump, other US officials over terrorism Press TV 19 Jan 2021 -- members of the outgoing administration for their role in terrorist and inhumane actions against Iran and its citizens.
Iran's President Accuses Trump of Impeding Start of Mass Vaccination Sputnik 19 Jan 2021 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani on Tuesday has accused US outgoing President Donald Trump of impeding Iran's nationwide vaccination plan against COVID-19, stressing that the campaign will start despite US sanctions.
UAE, Bahrain, Israel envoys to US: Any new deal with Iran must ban uranium enrichment Press TV 19 Jan 2021 -- The Emirati, Bahraini and Israeli envoys to the United States have said their respective regimes should be part of any potential negotiations between the incoming American administration and Iran on a new nuclear deal, adding that such an agreement should not allow Tehran to enrich uranium.
Iran Producing Half-a-Kilo of High-Grade Uranium Fuel Per Day, Says Atomic Energy Chief Sputnik 19 Jan 2021 -- The UK, France and Germany issued a joint statement on Saturday condemning Iran for resuming high-grade uranium enrichment in breach of the 2015 nuclear energy deal — which Washington pulled out of in 2017, re-imposing sanctions on Tehran.
South Korean banks should pay damages on Iran's frozen funds: CBI governor Press TV 19 Jan 2021 -- Central Bank of Iran (CBI) Governor Abdolnasser Hemmati says the country expects South Korean banks holding some $7 billion in Iranian funds to pay damages because of their failure in the past two years to release the resources amid constant pressure by the United States.
Iran Reportedly Convicts U.S. Dual Citizen On Spying Charges RFE/RL 19 Jan 2021 -- Iranian authorities have convicted an American-Iranian businessman on spying charges, U.S. media have reported, in a recently revealed case which comes amid high tensions between the two countries.
U.S. Arrests Iranian Political Scientist Accused Of Being Government Agent RFE/RL 19 Jan 2021 -- The U.S. Justice Department has filed charges against an Iranian political scientist accused of being an agent for Iran's government.
Political Scientist Author Charged With Acting As An Unregistered Agent Of The Iranian Government US Dept. of Justice 19 Jan 2021 -- A criminal complaint was unsealed today in federal court in Brooklyn charging Kaveh Lotfolah Afrasiabi, also known as Lotfolah Kaveh Afrasiabi, with acting and conspiring to act as an unregistered agent of the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran, in violation of the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA).
Some 83 deaths caused by COVID-19 in Iran IRNA 18 Jan 2021 -- Some 83 deaths were caused by COVID-19 over the past 24 hours, spokeswoman for Iran's Ministry of Health and Medical Education Sima Sadat Lari said on Monday.
Iran buys 16.8 mln doses of COVID-19 vaccines from COVAX: report People's Daily 18 Jan 2021 -- A senior Iranian health official said on Sunday that Iran has purchased 16.8 million doses of COVID-19 vaccine from COVAX, the state TV reported.
Syria Shouldn't Be Turned Into Battlefield For Israel and Iran, Lavrov Says Sputnik 18 Jan 2021 -- Russia calls on Israel to report on the possible security threats from Syria, foreign minister Sergei Lavrov said on Monday, stressing that Syria should not turn into a battlefield for Iran and Israel.
Army ground forces to start military drills tomorrow IRNA 18 Jan 2021 -- Commander of the ground force of the Iranian Army Brigadier-General Kiumars Heidari said on Monday that 'Eghtedar-99' military drills will be held in the presence of airborne units, Special Forces and rapid reaction units in Makran coasts on Tuesday.
Iranian Army's Ground Force set to start annual drills in strategic southern waters Press TV 18 Jan 2021 -- Commander of the Iranian Army's Ground Force says the annual military exercise of his forces is set to start on Tuesday with the presence of airborne brigades, special forces and rapid reaction units along the Makran coast in southeastern part of country.
Major Gen Baqeri calls for getting stronger in all areas to thwart sanctions IRNA 18 Jan 2021 -- Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Baqeri on Monday called for getting stronger in all political, economic, social, cultural and defense areas to thwart the sanctions.
Iranian armed forces on high state of readiness: Chief of Staff ISNA 18 Jan 2021 -- Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Bagheri stressed that Iranian armed forces are fully prepared to respond to any threat and they are on a high state of readiness.
US B-52s expedition has no operational value: Major Gen Baqeri IRNA 18 Jan 2021 -- Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces Major-General Mohammad Baqeri said on Monday that expedition of B-52 jets to the region has no operational value.
Iran top general: US overflights in Persian Gulf void of operational value Press TV 18 Jan 2021 -- Iran's senior military commander has downplayed the United States' most recent flight of its bombers over the Persian Gulf in a supposed show of force aimed at the Islamic Republic, saying such maneuvers instead show that the Americans are fearful of the Iranian military might.
Zarif: Iran seeks neither tension nor war IRNA 18 Jan 2021 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Monday that Iran is seeking neither tension nor war and the measures taken by US President Donald Trump's administration will have no effects on the will of the Iranian people.
Iran dismisses Europe's concerns over military implications of producing uranium metal People's Daily 18 Jan 2021 -- The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) has dismissed European states' concerns over Iran's intention for uranium metal production, Press TV reported on Sunday.
South Korea moves warship from key strait to mollify Iran: Yonhap Press TV 18 Jan 2021 -- South Korea has moved its naval unit operating near the Strait of Hormuz away from the waterway "to foster a positive mood" ahead of negotiations with Iran over a detained oil tanker, Yonhap news agency reports.
Iran COVID-19 death toll drops to 86 IRNA 17 Jan 2021 -- The COVID-19 death toll in Iran has dropped to 86 over the past 24 hours, spokeswoman for Iran's Ministry of Health and Medical Education Sima Sadat Lari said on Sunday.
COVID-19 cannot be beaten one country at a time – UN Chief IRNA 17 Jan 2021 -- United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres in his statement on the Two Millionth death from the COVID-19 pandemic, while emphasizing that COVID-19 cannot be beaten one country at a time, urged vaccine manufacturers to step up their commitment to work with the COVAX facility.
Some 96 deaths caused by COVID-19 in Iran IRNA 17 Jan 2021 -- Some 96 deaths caused by COVID-19 pandemic over the past 24 hours, spokeswoman for Iran's Ministry of Health and Medical Education Sima Sadat Lari said on Saturday.
Iranian Missiles Reportedly Fell 100 Miles From USS Nimitz Strike Group Sputnik 17 Jan 2021 -- Earlier in the day, Iranian media reported that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) had launched long-range ballistic missiles as part of its annual military drills, striking maritime targets 1,000 miles downrange.
Zarif: JCPOA alive because of Iran, not E3 IRNA 17 Jan 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif reminded France, the UK, and Germany that it is Iran that has kept the nuclear deal alive not them.
JCPOA alive because of Iran, E3 did 'zilch' to maintain deal: FM Zarif Press TV 17 Jan 2021 -- Iran's foreign minister says since its inception in July 2015, the three European signatories to the landmark nuclear deal with Iran have done nothing to protect it and it is only alive because of Iran's efforts to maintain the accord.
AEOI rejects E3 accusation of military implications in uranium metal production Press TV 17 Jan 2021 -- Iran's atomic energy organization responds to a statement by the three European signatories to the landmark 2015 nuclear deal, rejecting the accusation that its plan to produce uranium metal-based fuel has military implications.
French FM Says Urgent That Iran, U.S. Return To Nuclear Deal RFE/RL 17 Jan 2021 -- France's foreign minister says Iran's continued breaches of the nuclear agreement it reached with world powers have made it urgent that Tehran and Washington return to the deal.
Zarif warns against US B52H bombers roaming Mideast IRNA 17 Jan 2021 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif reacted to the US B52H bombers' frequent flights in the Middle East during the past few weeks and warning that Iran will not hesitate in targeting any object intruding its territorial integrity.
Zarif reacts to US B-52s: We do not shy away from crushing aggressors Press TV 17 Jan 2021 -- Iran's foreign minister has reacted to recent overflights by US strategic B-52H bomber planes, noting that the Iranian nation will never be intimidated by such shows of force.
Tehran rejects rumors of releasing South Korean-flagged tanker seized by IRGC Press TV 17 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman has rejected rumors about the possible release of a South Korean-flagged tanker that was seized in the Persian Gulf waters earlier this month by the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC)'s Navy for repetitive violation of maritime environmental law.
Outcry Over Power Outages, Smog Forces Iran To Act Against Bitcoin Miners RFE/RL 17 Jan 2021 -- Iranian authorities are blaming power outages and worsening air pollution in cities across the country on the energy drain caused by bitcoin mining operations.
President Rouhani: At-risk people most likely to receive COVID-19 vaccines in two months Press TV 16 Jan 2021 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says several COVID-19 vaccines are currently being developed in the country, expressing hope that the most vulnerable will receive shots before the current Iranian year ends on March 20.
Iran's ballistic missiles destroy marine targets from 1,800 km IRNA 16 Jan 2021 -- The final stage of the Prophet Mohammad (PBUH) military drills finished by targeting marine targets successfully by Iranian ballistic missiles.
Iran to unveil new drone achievements in near future, cmdr says IRNA 16 Jan 2021 -- Iranian Army has plans to unveil new drone achievements in the near future, Air Force Commander Brigadier-General Aziz Nasirzadeh said on Saturday,
Iranian missiles land within 100 miles from US aircraft carrier: Fox News Press TV 16 Jan 2021 -- Long-range missiles from Iran landed 100 miles from the Nimitz aircraft carrier strike group belonging to the United States, Fox News has reported.
IRGC's ballistic missiles destroy mock enemy warships 1,800 kilometers away during drills Press TV 16 Jan 2021 -- Iran's home-grown ballistic missiles have destroyed mock enemy warships with pin-point accuracy, hundreds of kilometers away, in the northern Indian Ocean as the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) conducts massive military drills.
Iran Holds Anti-Warship Missile Drill Amid Tensions With U.S. RFE/RL 16 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) has conducted the second and last phase of a drill launching anti-warship ballistic missiles at a simulated target in the Indian Ocean, state television reported.
Iran Fired Long-Range Missiles in Drills Hitting Targets Over 1,000 Miles Away, Reports Say Sputnik 16 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Aerospace Force on Saturday launched long-range ballistic missiles as part of annual military drills that struck maritime targets over 1,000 miles away, media reported.
AEOI issues statement in response to E3 IRNA 16 Jan 2021 -- The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) in response to three European countries' remarks in a statement on Saturday reiterated the issue of metallic uranium factory differs from the production of advanced fuel, silicide, to be used in Tehran Research Reactor (TRR).
E3 calls on Iran to halt R&D activities aimed at producing new fuel for Tehran reactor Press TV 16 Jan 2021 -- The three European signatories to a landmark 2015 nuclear agreement signed between Iran and major world powers have called on Tehran to halt its research and development (R&D) activities, claiming they are against the deal.
France, Britain, Germany Call On Iran To Halt Uranium Metal Work RFE/RL 16 Jan 2021 -- European powers have warned Iran against starting work on uranium metal-based fuel for a research reactor, saying it contravened the 2015 nuclear deal.
E3 Statement on the JCPoA: 16 January 2021 UKFCDO 16 Jan 2021
FM spox reacts to rumours on possible release of SKorean ship IRNA 16 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh commented on the rumors on the possibility of releasing a South Korean ship recently seized by Iran.
Iran warns of rapid reaction to any possible aggression IRNA 16 Jan 2021 -- Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces Major-General Mohammad Bagheri on Saturday warned of rapid reaction to any possible aggression on Iran.
Iran COVID-19 death toll hits 83 IRNA 15 Jan 2021 -- Death toll caused by COVID-19 pandemic over the past 24 hours hit 83, spokeswoman for Iran's Ministry of Health and Medical Education Sima Sadat Lari said on Friday.
Iran holds multiple military drills amid tensions with Washington People's Daily 15 Jan 2021 -- Iranian military has staged a series of drills since the beginning of the year, as it prepares for any possible contingencies amid its rising tensions with the U.S. government in the last days of Donald Trump's presidency.
Iran's IRGC kicks off missile, drone exercises in massive military drills Press TV 15 Jan 2021 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has kicked off massive military drills in central Iran, in which it tests its latest ballistic missiles and combat drones.
Iran Holds Ballistic-Missile Drills Amid Heightened Tensions With U.S. RFE/RL 15 Jan 2021 -- Iranian forces have held military exercises involving ballistic missiles amid heightened tensions over the country's nuclear program and a U.S. pressure campaign against Tehran.
U.S. Slaps Sanctions On Firms Trading With Iran Shipping Line RFE/RL 15 Jan 2021 -- The United States has sanctioned companies in Iran, China, and the United Arab Emirates for trading in steel with the Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines.
Increasing Iran Metals Sanctions Targeting Iran's Nuclear, Military, and Ballistic Missile Programs and the IRGC US Dept. of State 15 Jan 2021 -- Iran's nuclear, ballistic missile, and military programs pose continued threats to the world's safety and security.
Imposing Sanctions Related to the Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines and Iranian Shipping Entities US Dept. of State 15 Jan 2021 -- In June 2020, the State Department sanctioned the Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines (IRISL) pursuant to Executive Order 13382 (WMD Proliferators and Their Supporters). At that time, we underscored the fact that IRISL is the preferred shipping line for Iranian proliferators and procurement agents.
Imposing Sanctions on Iranian Entities for Activities Related to Conventional Arms Proliferation US Dept. of State 15 Jan 2021 -- Iranian conventional arms proliferation poses a persistent threat to regional and international security, as evidenced by Iran's continued military support and confirmed arms transfers that fuel ongoing conflict in Syria, Lebanon, Iraq, Yemen, and elsewhere.
Outgoing US administration imposes fresh sanctions on Iran Press TV 15 Jan 2021 -- The outgoing administration of US President Donald Trump has imposed more sanctions on companies in Iran, China and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for doing business with the Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines (IRISL) and on three Iranian entities over conventional arms proliferation.
Washington hampering chances for dialogue between Iran, Gulf states: Russian FM People's Daily 15 Jan 2021 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Thursday that the United States is doing all it can to hamper any chance for dialogue between Iran and the Persian Gulf countries.
Iran Deems Signal 'Criminal Content,' Removes From Local App Stores RFE/RL 15 Jan 2021 -- Iran has ordered the removal of the private encrypted messengering application Signal from local application stores after it reportedly was deemed "criminal content" by the Islamic republic's filtering committee.
A Killing Field Named The Islamic Republic Radio Farda 14 Jan 2021 -- In its report on the state of journalism in the world in 2020, Paris-based Reporters Sans Frontières (Reporters Without Borders) has appropriately ranked Iran as the global record-holder of killing media staff.
Iran COVID-19 death toll drops to 81 IRNA 14 Jan 2021 -- COVID-19 death toll in Iran has dropped to 81 over the past 24 hours, spokeswoman for Iran's Ministry of Health and Medical Education Sima Sadat Lari said on Thursday.
Iran's Suggestion of Using Shiite Fighters in Afghanistan Seen as Risky VOA 14 Jan 2021 -- A recent Iranian offer for Afghanistan to use Iran-backed Shiite militias in the fight against Islamic State militants is viewed by some Afghan lawmakers and experts as a threat to Afghanistan's volatile security.
"Zereh" missile launches midget more competent than its predecessor IRNA 14 Jan 2021 -- Deputy head of IRI Armed Forces said here on Thursday that Iran's new midget Zereh (war attire) has more capabilities compared with Iran's former missile launcher warships.
Iran's Navy cruise missiles successfully hit targets during drill Press TV 14 Jan 2021 -- Iranian Navy cruise missiles, fired from the seashore and vessels during the second day of a large-scale military drill, have successfully hit mock targets in the North Indian Ocean and the defined exercise area.
Iranian Military Fires Off Anti-Ship Cruise Missiles During Massive Drills - Videos Sputnik 14 Jan 2021 -- On Monday, Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy Commander Alireza Tangsiri stated that Iran was in "full control" of the Persian Gulf and prepared to defend all its coastal areas. His remarks came after weeks of heightened tensions between Tehran and Washington.
Iranian-made semi-heavy submarine test fires torpedo IRNA 14 Jan 2021 -- Iran's domestically-developed semi-heavy "Fateh" (the Conquerer) submarine test-fired torpedoes and successfully hit the hypothetical target.
Iran Air Force at high level of defense deterrence: Commander IRNA 14 Jan 2021 -- The commander of the Air Force of the Iranian Army Brigadier-General Aziz Nasirzadeh on Thursday said the Force has reached a high level of defense power and capability through relying on domestic resources and facilities.
Iran's naval drills aim to promote sustainable peace, security: Navy cmdr. Press TV 14 Jan 2021 -- The commander of Iran's Navy says the main goal of two-day large-scale maneuvers held by the country's naval forces is to promote sustainable peace and security in the region while projecting the power of the Iranian nation and its scientists to extra-regional forces present in the Persian Gulf.
Iran starts research to upgrade fuel for Tehran research reactor: official People's Daily 14 Jan 2021 -- Kazem Gharibabadi, Iran's ambassador and permanent representative to the Vienna-based international organizations, said that the Islamic Republic has started research and development to upgrade fuel for its Tehran Research Reactor, Iranian Tasnim News Agency reported on Thursday.
Envoy: Iran starts R&D activities to produce new fuel for Tehran reactor Press TV 14 Jan 2021 -- Iran's permanent representative to Vienna-based international organizations says research and development (R&D) activities have begun to produce new fuel for the Tehran Research Reactor.
Iran COVID-19 death toll drops to 97 IRNA 13 Jan 2021 -- Spokeswoman for Iran's Ministry of Health and Medical Education Sima Sadat Lari announced here on Wednesday that the COVID-19 death toll in Iran has dropped to 97 over the past 24 hours.
US Warns Iran Fueling Potential al-Qaida Resurgence VOA 13 Jan 2021 -- Far from potentially fading into obscurity, one of the world's most feared jihadist terrorist organizations may be poised for a potential resurgence thanks to an unlikely ally.
Iran Foreign Ministry reacts to US terrorist designation of Ansarullah IRNA 13 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh reacted to the US designation of Yemen's Ansarullah by emphasizing that it affects a peaceful solution and humanitarian aid collection and blocks the United Nation's conciliatory mission.
Iran rejects Pompeo's claim about Iran's ties to al-Qaeda ISNA 13 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman strongly rejected US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's unfounded claim that Tehran has links to the al-Qaeda terrorist group.
Absolutely groundless: Russia rejects US claim of Iran-Qaeda ties Press TV 13 Jan 2021 -- Russia has dismissed the United States' latest bout of trying to link the al-Qaeda terrorist group and Iran without providing any proof as "absolutely" groundless.
Iran: Pompeo's claims of al-Qaeda ties preposterous, shows failure of pressure policy Press TV 13 Jan 2021 -- Iran says US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's latest "preposterous" accusations against the Islamic Republic are part of the Trump administration's "failed policy of Iran-bashing" and show the lame-duck diplomat's "hysterical" anger at his failure.
Iran condemns US designation of Cuba as state sponsor of terror ISNA 13 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman condemned in the strongest terms the United States' move to put Cuba on its list of state sponsors of terrorism.
Iran says US blacklisting of Yemen's Ansarullah will kill political process, talks Press TV 13 Jan 2021 -- Iran has hit out at a US decision to designate Yemen's Ansarullah movement as a terrorist organization, warning that the move will impede a political solution to the conflict in the impoverished Arab country.
Missile-launching warship joins Iranian Navy IRNA 13 Jan 2021 -- "Zereh" (meaning 'Armor' in Farsi) missile launcher joined the southern fleet of Iranian Navy on Wednesday.
Helicopter carrier 'Makran' manifesting intelligence of Iranian youth: Navy Commander IRNA 13 Jan 2021 -- Navy Commander Rear Admiral Hossein Khanzadi said on Wednesday that the helicopter carrier called 'Makran' embodies the intelligence of the Iranian youth.
Iranian Navy forces stage military drills IRNA 13 Jan 2021 -- Iranian Army Navy forces started military drill called 'Marine Power 99' in Makran coasts and northern Indian Ocean on Wednesday.
Iran Navy starts military drills in southern waters, takes delivery of two warships Press TV 13 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Navy has launched massive military exercises in the Sea of Oman in order to elevate the preparedness and military prowess of the country's Armed Forces in the strategic southern waters.
Iran Holds Missile Drills Amid Tensions With U.S. RFE/RL 13 Jan 2021 -- Iran's military has launched short-range naval missile drills in the Gulf of Oman, state media reported, amid heightened tension between Tehran and Washington.
Iran Starts Two-Day Navy Drill Involving 'Largest' Domestic-Made Helicopter Carrier Sputnik 13 Jan 2021 -- The Iranian military routinely holds several annual exercises to maintain readiness for possible attacks by foreign powers. Over the past few years, the country was twice on the verge of a military conflict with the US, but both times avoided engaging in war.
Iran kicks off R&D to upgrade fuel for Tehran Research Reactor: Official IRNA 13 Jan 2021 -- An Iranian official said on Wednesday that the Islamic Republic has started research and development to upgrade fuel for its Tehran Research Reactor.
Iran says exporting heavy water to eight countries People's Daily 13 Jan 2021 -- Iran is currently exporting heavy water to eight countries, the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI)'s spokesman Behrouz Kamalvandi said on Monday night in an interview on state TV.
Iran affirms continuity of relevant inspections "as long as JCPOA alive" People's Daily 13 Jan 2021 -- Iranian government spokesman Ali Rabiee said on Tuesday that as long as the Iranian 2015 nuclear deal, also known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), is alive, the relevant inspections of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will go on.
US must 'effectively' remove all anti-Iran restrictions before returning to JCPOA: Top lawmaker Press TV 13 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Parliament speaker says the incoming US administration's likely return to the 2015 nuclear deal means nothing if all anti-Iran restrictions are not lifted.
Iran's precondition for US to return to JCPOA tangible sanctions relief, not empty signatures: Zarif Press TV 13 Jan 2021 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says -- as per Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei's assertion -- Iran has to effectively feel the results of any potential sanctions relief from the United States, not merely a toothless signature, in case Washington decided to return to its obligations under the 2015 nuclear agreement.
The United States Targets Foundations Controlled by Iran's Supreme Leader US Dept. of State 13 Jan 2021 -- Today, the United States is imposing sanctions on two organizations controlled by the Supreme Leader of Iran, the Execution of Imam Khomeini's Order (EIKO) and Astan Quds Razavi (AQR).
Treasury Targets Billion Dollar Foundations Controlled by Iran's Supreme Leader US Treasury 13 Jan 2021 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) took action today against two organizations, along with their leaders and subsidiaries, controlled by the Supreme Leader of Iran, the Execution of Imam Khomeini's Order (EIKO), and Astan Quds Razavi (AQR). While purportedly charitable organizations (bonyads), EIKO and AQR control large swaths of the Iranian economy, including assets expropriated from political dissidents and religious minorities, to the benefit of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and senior Iranian government officials.
US Targets Foundations Controlled by Iran's Supreme Leader VOA 13 Jan 2021 -- The United States has sanctioned two Iranian foundations controlled by Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the State Department said Wednesday, the latest move in a U.S. pressure campaign against Tehran in the last days of Donald Trump's presidency.
A week before Trump's term ends, US Treasury imposes new sanctions on Iranian foundations Press TV 13 Jan 2021 -- In its final days in power, the hawkish administration of lame-duck US President Donald Trump has imposed new sanctions on Iranian foundations.
U.S. Puts Sanctions On Three Iranian Individuals, 16 Entities RFE/RL 13 Jan 2021 -- The United States has slapped sanctions on two Iranian foundations controlled by Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, and their subsidies, stating that they enabled Iran's rulers to maintain a "corrupt" system of ownership over large parts of the economy.
US Slaps New Iran-Related Sanctions on Three Individuals, 16 Entities Sputnik 13 Jan 2021 -- Previously on Tuesday, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo accused Iran of sheltering al-Qaeda (a terrorist organisation banned in Russia), pledging to defeat it. Pompeo also confirmed media reports that the second-highest al-Qaeda operative Abu Muhammad al-Masri was dead.
Trump administration's failure marks end of bullying, racism, lawlessness in world: President Rouhani ISNA 13 Jan 2021 -- Iran's President described the failure of the Trump administration in the United States as a sign of the end of bullying, racism and lawlessness in the world, and stressed that these days is not the end of a government but the failure of the policy of maximum pressure and economic terrorism against a great nation.
Trump's arrest warrant issued: Iranian FM Zarif ISNA 13 Jan 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Minister, Mohammad Javad Zarif announced that the arrest warrant for Donald Trump was issued following a lengthy follow-up by the Iranian Foreign Ministry and other agencies.
Three Charged with Illegally Exporting Goods to Iran US Dept. of Justice 12 Jan 2021 -- The Justice Department announced today that three individuals have been charged in an indictment with conspiracy to export U.S. goods to Iran in violation of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) and the Iranian Transactions and Sanctions Regulations (ITSR), as well as conspiracy to smuggle goods from the United States, and conspiracy to engage in international money laundering.
Khamenei's Ban On Western Vaccines Blasted As A 'Politicization' Of Iranians' Well-Being RFE/RL 12 Jan 2021 -- Despite a coronavirus outbreak that has killed more than 56,000 Iranians, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has banned Western coronavirus vaccines, claiming they're untrustworthy.
Iran's record in confrontation with Al-Qaeda terrorists crystal-clear IRNA 12 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh reacted to the baseless US foreign secretary's accusation about Iran's relations with Al-Qaeda by emphasizing that Iran has been a victim of the US state terrorism and its supported terrorist groups for many years.
Iran injects second dose of home-made COVID-19 vaccine to first three volunteers IRNA 12 Jan 2021 -- Iran injected the second dose of the domestically developed COVID-19 vaccine to the first three volunteers who had received their first dose on 29 December 2020.
Rouhani wants people not to worry about COVID-19 vaccine IRNA 12 Jan 2021 -- President Hassan Rouhani said on Tuesday that Iran has submitted a request to the World Health Organization's COVAX and paid for it as well and is also trying to purchase COVID-19 vaccine from other sources, so there is no need for people to worry.
Official: Iran identifies 5 new cases infected with UK mutation coronavirus IRNA 12 Jan 2021 -- Spokeswoman for Iran's Ministry of Health and Medical Education Sima Sadat Lari announced here on Tuesday that some 5 patients infected with the new mutation coronavirus rapidly spreading in the United Kingdom have been detected in the country.
Iran COVID-19 death toll hits 98 IRNA 12 Jan 2021 -- Death toll caused by COVID-19 pandemic over the past 24 hours hit 98, spokeswoman for Iran's Ministry of Health and Medical Education Sima Sadat Lari said on Tuesday.
Zarif calls Pompeo's 'Iran, Qaeda link' rant warmongering lies Press TV 12 Jan 2021 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says his American counterpart is marking the twilight of his already "disastrous" career with a pathetic end by resorting to more baseless warmongering lies about Iran and other countries.
First 3 volunteers receive second dose of Iranian COVID-19 vaccine Press TV 12 Jan 2021 -- Three Iranian volunteers have received the second dose of a domestically-developed Iranian vaccine for the COVID-19 disease, 14 days after receiving the first dose.
United States Takes Action To Counter Iranian Support for al-Qa'ida US Dept. of State 12 Jan 2021 -- "Today, I revealed new information about how the Islamic Republic of Iran has given a new operational headquarters to al-Qa'ida, the terrorist network with more American blood on its hands than any other. For al-Qa'ida, Iran is the new home base. Tehran gives sanctuary to the terror group's senior leaders as they plan attacks against America and our allies."
The Iran-al-Qaida Axis US Dept. of State 12 Jan 2021 -- Speech by Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State
Pompeo Accuses Iran of Becoming 'Home Base' for al-Qaida VOA 12 Jan 2021 -- U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has accused Iran of becoming the new "home base" for al-Qaida.
Pompeo Alleges Al-Qaeda Has 'New Home Base' In Iran RFE/RL 12 Jan 2021 -- U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo charged on January 12 that Al-Qaeda has established a new home base in Iran.
Pompeo Accuses Iran of Harboring Al-Qaeda, Confirms Death of Group's Second-in-Command Sputnik 12 Jan 2021 -- US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Tuesday accused Iran of harboring al-Qaeda (a terrorist organization banned in Russia) and for the first time publicly confirmed the death of the group's high-ranking member Abu Muhammad al-Masri in Tehran.
Iran's Zarif Rejects Pompeo's Accusations of Iranian Ties With Al-Qaeda as 'Fictitious' Sputnik 12 Jan 2021 -- Reuters reported early on 12 January that outgoing US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo was set to accuse Iran of having connections with the notorious terror organisation to al-Qaeda* in his Tuesday speech.
Pompeo hits Iran for al-Qaida support SPA 12 Jan 2021 -- US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Tuesday accused Iran of having secret ties with the al-Qaida network and imposed new sanctions on several senior Iranian officials, AP reported.
Helicopter carrier, missile-launching warship to join Iranian Navy fleet IRNA 12 Jan 2021 -- A new helicopter carrier and a missile-launching warship are to join the Iranian Navy fleet soon, the public relations office of the Iranian Navy fleet announced on Tuesday.
Largest-ever Iranian military vessel set to join Navy soon Press TV 12 Jan 2021 -- The Iranian Navy is set to receive the country's largest-ever military vessel, an indigenously-manufactured helicopter carrier outfitted to take on momentous logistical responsibilities in support of the defense force's maritime missions.
Iranian Navy Gets Two Domestically-Made Ships Amid Growing Tehran-Washington Tensions Sputnik 12 Jan 2021 -- On Monday, Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, the commander of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC)'s Navy, claimed the Islamic Republic is in "full control" of the Persian Gulf, in a statement that came amid increasing tensions between Tehran and Washington.
Enemy's slightest mistake to receive crushing response: Defense Minister IRNA 12 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Minister of Defense Brigadier-General Amir Hatami said on Tuesday that any mistake from the enemy will receive a crushing response from the Iranian military.
Iranian lawmakers hail AEOI's move to resume 20% uranium enrichment Press TV 12 Jan 2021 -- The majority of Iranian lawmakers have hailed the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI)'s move to restart the enrichment of uranium at 20-percent purity level as part of a law recently adopted by the Parliament (Majlis).
Iran: Renegotiation of nuclear deal out of question Press TV 12 Jan 2021 -- A high-ranking Iranian official has dismissed the possibility of any renegotiation of the 2015 landmark nuclear pact signed between Tehran and six major world states, stressing that the other sides only needs to fulfill its commitments and there is no need for further talks.
Iran to further develop its biggest oil field IRNA 12 Jan 2021 -- Iran is going to further develop Ahvaz Oil Field, the biggest one in Iran and the third in the world, as well as Reshadat Oil Field.
Iran condemns US renaming of Cuba as 'state sponsor of terrorism' Press TV 12 Jan 2021 -- Iran has strongly condemned the United States' designation of Cuba as a "state sponsor of terrorism," expressing solidarity with the Latin American country.
Rouhani says administration set to make a reliable vaccine IRNA 11 Jan 2021 -- President Hassan Rouhani on Monday said that his administration is both working on production of a reliable vaccine and also supporting knowledge-based companies and all centers engaged in producing and buying coronavirus vaccines.
Iran to import some 2m doses of COVID-19 vaccines by yearend: Health official IRNA 11 Jan 2021 -- Iran has plans to import some two million doses of COVID-19 vaccines from India, Russia and China by the end of the current Iranian year (March 20), Iranian health official said on Monday.
Iran COVID-19 death toll hits 91 IRNA 11 Jan 2021 -- Spokeswoman for Iran's Ministry of Health and Medical Education Sima Sadat Lari announced here on Monday that the COVID-19 death toll in Iran has reached 91 over the past 24 hours.
COVID-19 death toll in Tehran Province drops to 17 IRNA 11 Jan 2021 -- Some 17 deaths caused by COVID-19 over the past 24 hours in Tehran Province, Governor General of Tehran Province Anoushiravan Mohseni Bandpei announced on Monday.
Iran's response to any aggression harsh, severe: Cmdr IRNA 11 Jan 2021 -- Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps Navy (IRGCN) said the IRGCN is quite prepared for defending the borders, flag and the integrity of Islamic Republic of Iran, warning that if any country intended to violate Iran's borders, or pose any threat to the Islamic motherland, they will face a severe response, like they did on Jan 11, 2015.
IRGC in 'Full Control' of Gulf, Navy Commander Says as Iran-US Tensions on Rise Sputnik 11 Jan 2021 -- Late last week, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) unveiled a new top-secret underground missile base located near the Gulf coast, which was touted by IRGC Commander-in-Chief Hossein Salami as something that would help "boost the country's deterrence power".
UN Nuclear Chief Calls for Swift Revival of Iran Deal Sputnik 11 Jan 2021 -- The International Atomic Energy Agency's director general, Rafael Grossi, warned on Monday that the world was running out of time to have Iran recomply with the nuclear deal.
AEOI to technically implement law of strategic measure for sanctions removal IRNA 11 Jan 2021 -- Spokesman of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Behrouz Kamalvandi said on Monday that the organization will in a technical move implement the law of strategic measure passed by the Iranian parliament to remove the sanctions regardless of how the executive rulebook is written.
Leader's advisor: US must lift Iran sanctions before returning to nuclear deal Press TV 11 Jan 2021 -- If Washington wants to get back to the nuclear deal of 2015 with Iran, it must first lift all the sanctions it has imposed on the Islamic Republic, says a senior advisor to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.
IAEA chief says only few weeks left to revive Iran nuclear deal Press TV 11 Jan 2021 -- Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Rafael Grossi says the revival of a 2015 nuclear agreement reached between Iran and major world powers must happen within the coming weeks.
AEOI will implement Iran Parliament's anti-sanctions law: Spokesman Press TV 11 Jan 2021 -- The spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says the nuclear body will implement technical aspects of a law approved by the Iranian Parliament to counter unilateral sanctions imposed by the United States on Tehran to their full extent.
Iran starts legal proceedings to free blocked money in South Korea IRNA 11 Jan 2021 -- The governor of the Central Bank of Iran said on Monday that the main challenge is now South Korea's blocking Iranian money, adding that if the issue is not resolved Iran will get on with the process of the legal proceedings that has already started.
Zarif, South Korean official to review seizure of ship, Iranian frozen assets IRNA 11 Jan 2021 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and the visiting South Korean deputy foreign minister are to hold talks later in the day on the seizure of the ship and the Iranian frozen assets, Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh said on Monday.
Politicizing seizure of South Korean oil tanker won't resolve it: Khatibzadeh ISNA 11 Jan 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman, Saeed Khatibzadeh advised certain countries to avoid politicizing the seizure of South Korean oil tanker which was seized due to the pollution of the marine environment in the Persian Gulf because politicizing the issue won't help to resolve it.
Iran demands release of frozen assets as ROK diplomat visits after tanker seizure People's Daily 11 Jan 2021 -- Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi met on Sunday evening visiting First Vice Foreign Minister of Republic of Korea (ROK) Choi Jong Kun, and demanded release of Iran's foreign exchange assets frozen in the ROK.
South Korea should unfreeze Iran's assets as soon as possible: FM Zarif Press TV 11 Jan 2021 -- Iran's foreign minister says the measure taken by South Korean banks to freeze the Islamic Republic's assets for fear of US sanctions constitute the main factor that prevents further expansion of relations between the two countries, calling on Seoul to take swift and necessary actions to settle the issue.
Iran won't let South Korea play tricks on frozen funds: CBI chief Press TV 11 Jan 2021 -- Central Bank of Iran (CBI) Governor Abdolnasser Hemmati says he expects South Korea to be serious on the issue of Iranian funds blocked in the East Asian country over US sanctions or expect repercussions in bilateral ties.
Iran's Zarif Discusses Detention of South Korean Tanker With Seoul Delegation Sputnik 11 Jan 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif has discussed the recent detention of a South Korean-flagged tanker in the Persian Gulf at a meeting with South Korea's First Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Choi Jong Kun, the Iranian Foreign Ministry said on Monday.
South Korean Diplomat In Iran Amid Tensions Over Seized Ship, Frozen Funds RFE/RL 10 Jan 2021 -- A top South Korean diplomat was in Iran on January 10 to negotiate the release of a vessel and its crew seized by Iranian forces in the Persian Gulf amid a deepening financial dispute.
'COV-Iran Barekat' safe with no side-effects so far: Health official IRNA 10 Jan 2021 -- Iranian coronavirus vaccine named 'COV-Iran Barekat' has been safe without any side-effects so far, according to an official with Tehran University of Medical Science.
Iran COVID-19 death toll drops to 71 IRNA 10 Jan 2021 -- Spokeswoman for Iran's Ministry of Health and Medical Education Sima Sadat Lari announced here on Sunday that the COVID-19 death toll in Iran has reached 71 during the past 24 hours.
Iran confirms 4 cases of new COVID-19 variant IRNA 10 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Minister of Health Saeed Namaki said on Sunday that four cases of the UK COVID-19 mutation were detected in Iran and the patients are placed under quarantine and medical services.
Iranian vaccine prioritized as Western types come under cloud of suspicion Press TV 10 Jan 2021 -- More and more people are volunteering for Iran's domestic vaccine for COVID-19 after Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei disallowed imports of Western vaccines over side effect concerns.
Cuban Researchers To Test COVID-19 Vaccine In Iran RFE/RL 10 Jan 2021 -- A Cuban state-run research institute says it has signed a deal with Iran's Pasteur Institute to test the Caribbean state's most advanced COVID-19 vaccine candidate in Iran.
Iran in full control of Persian Gulf, says IRGC Navy commander Press TV 10 Jan 2021 -- The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC)'s Navy says Iran is in full control of the Persian Gulf region and monitors all movements by extraregional forces that are present in these waters.
Pompeo says Iran should not enrich uranium at any level Press TV 10 Jan 2021 -- US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, the outgoing administration's most vocal Iran hawk, has said the Islamic Republic should not enrich uranium at any level, as Tehran threatened to expel international inspectors unless US sanctions were lifted.
Speaker calls for lifting US sanctions on Iran ahead of US return to JCPOA IRNA 10 Jan 2021 -- Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf on Sunday called for lifting US sanctions as more important than the US return to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action.
Qalibaf: Iran will meet JCPOA commitments if US sanctions, executive orders fully revoked Press TV 10 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Parliament speaker says the Islamic Republic will fulfill its commitments under the landmark nuclear deal of 2015, officially known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), only if the other parties to the deal do the same.
AEOI planning to design new heavy water reactor similar to Arak's, lawmaker says Press TV 10 Jan 2021 -- A senior Iranian lawmaker says the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) is taking the initial steps to design another heavy-water reactor similar to an existing one in the city of Arak.
Iran's Araghchi meets S Korean Dy FM IRNA 10 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Abbas Araghchi on Sunday conferred with South Korean Deputy Foreign Minister Choi Jong-kun in the capital city of Tehran.
Iran's assets frozen due to South Korea's lack of political will: Deputy FM Press TV 10 Jan 2021 -- Iran's deputy foreign minister for political affairs has taken to task the government of South Korea for illegally freezing the Islamic Republic's assets over fear of the US sanctions, warning that Seoul should not submit to the extortionist policies of the White House.
South Korean vice FM heads to Iran for 'in-depth talks' on seized tanker Press TV 10 Jan 2021 -- A senior South Korean official says the situation surrounding a Korean-flagged oil tanker that has been seized by Iran for repeated environmental violations is "serious," saying he is heading to the Islamic Republic for "in-depth" talks on the issue.
Iran says home-made vaccine is safe, volunteers showed no adverse reaction Press TV 09 Jan 2021 -- Iranian health ministry officials say a home-made vaccine meant to tackle the COVID-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus pandemic, has proven safe after a first trial on volunteers showed they had no serious adverse reaction to the jab.
Rights Groups Criticize Iran's Ban On U.S., British COVID Vaccines RFE/RL 09 Jan 2021 -- Iran is being criticized by international rights groups for putting politics above its own people after Tehran banned imports of British and U.S. COVID-19 vaccines.
Iran COVID-19 death toll reaches 82 IRNA 09 Jan 2021 -- Spokeswoman for Iran's Ministry of Health and Medical Education Sima Sadat Lari announced here on Saturday that the COVID-19 death toll in Iran has reached 82 during the past 24 hours.
Rouhani says COVID-19 emergency eased in Iran despite global surge IRNA 09 Jan 2021 -- President Hassan Rouhani said on Saturday that thanks to observing the health protocols by the people, Iran witnessed an easing of COVID-19 emergency last week despite a surge in many parts of the world.
Iran to inject seven more volunteers with home-made vaccine as of Sunday IRNA 09 Jan 2021 -- Iranian health officials have issued the necessary approvals for injection of seven other volunteers with domestically-developed COVID-19 vaccine as of Sunday, according to an official with Tehran University of Medical Science.
Official says all COVID-19 drugs produced domestically IRNA 09 Jan 2021 -- Managing director of Food and Drug Administration said on Saturday that over 90% of the drugs for treatment of COVID-19 disease had already been imported but with the efforts of Iranian experts and pharmaceutical companies all of them are now produced domestically.
60 million people to receive COVID-16 vaccine in 4 phases: President Rouhani ISNA 09 Jan 2021 -- Iran's President described it necessary to avoid gatherings and strictly follow health protocols in the process of fighting COVID-19 in the country, and expressed satisfaction with the 80% decrease in the number of hospitalizations and 70% decrease in the death rate.
Recent Gulf Rapprochement Blow to Iran, Experts Say VOA 09 Jan 2021 -- The Saudi-led members of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Egypt took steps during the 41st GCC summit to lower tensions with Qatar that began in mid-2017, a move seen by experts as an important measure to enhance security in the Persian Gulf and curtail Iran's influence in the region.
Iran in club of 5 countries possessing high-power laser know-how: AEOI Press TV 09 Jan 2021 -- The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says it has obtained the technology to develop high-power laser applications.
Rouhani: Foreign companies not allowed to test COVID-19 vaccines on Iranians Press TV 09 Jan 2021 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says foreign companies will not be allowed to test their COVID-19 vaccines on the Iranian people, voicing his support for the Health Ministry, which prevented the move.
Iranian ship arrives at Venezuelan port in defiance of US sanctions Press TV 09 Jan 2021 -- Iran and Venezuela continue to defy illegal US sanctions against the two longtime allies and trade partners, with reports saying an Iranian cargo ship has arrived at the Venezuelan port city of La Guaira.
Iran Threatening To Expel UN Investigators US Dept. of State 09 Jan 2021 -- "In December Iran's parliament passed a law requiring expulsion of International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) nuclear inspectors unless all sanctions are lifted. Today a member of the parliamentary leadership repeated that threat: all IAEA watchdog inspectors will be ejected unless sanctions are lifted. Once again the Iranian regime is using its nuclear program to extort the international community and threaten regional security."
Remembering the Victims of PS752 US Dept. of State 09 Jan 2021 -- The American people honor the memory of the passengers and crew of Ukrainian International Airlines flight PS752, whose lives were abruptly and senselessly taken one year ago by an unjustified Iranian shootdown.
Iran cancels import of American Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines after Leader bans it Press TV 08 Jan 2021 -- The Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) says the import of American Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines has been cancelled against the backdrop of a national address by Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, who banned the purchase of coronavirus vaccines produced by the United States and Britain.
Iran's Khamenei Bans Imports Of U.S., British Coronavirus Vaccines Due To 'Trust' Issues RFE/RL 08 Jan 2021 -- Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has announced a ban on imports of U.S. and British coronavirus vaccines, saying he does not "trust" the two countries.
Iran COVID-19 death toll reaches 85 IRNA 08 Jan 2021 -- Spokeswoman for Iran's Ministry of Health and Medical Education Sima Sadat Lari announced here on Friday that the COVID-19 death toll in Iran has reached 85 during the past 24 hours.
IRGC unveils new "missile city" opens on Persian Gulf shores IRNA 08 Jan 2021 -- Naval force of Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) unveiled a strategic missile base on the shores of the Persian Gulf on Friday.
IRGC unveils strategic underground missile base on Persian Gulf shores Press TV 08 Jan 2021 -- Commander-in-Chief of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), Major General Hossein Salami, has unveiled one of the strategic underground missile cities that the country has built all along its southern Persian Gulf coast.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards Unveil Underground Missile Base Near Persian Gulf Coast - Photos, Video Sputnik 08 Jan 2021 -- The base's unveiling comes amid boiling tensions between the Islamic Republic and the US-Israeli alliance, with Iran blaming Tel Aviv for the November 2020 murder of a top nuclear scientist, and Washington beefing up its military presence in the Middle East following a December rocket attack on the US Embassy compound in Baghdad.
Leader: West obliged to instantly halt sanctions against Iran IRNA 08 Jan 2021 -- The Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei said the West is obliged to instantly halt sanctions against Iran and stressed that the Iranian economy should become strong enough to resist all kinds of political games.
Zarif warns against using Trump's sanctions as 'leverage' against Iran Press TV 08 Jan 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says those who promote the notion that US President-elect Joe Biden should use outgoing US President Donald Trump's array of economic sanctions against Iran as "leverage" in any future interactions with the country must learn from the defeated US president's past and avoid his "lawless" attitude.
Khamenei Says Iran In 'No Rush' To See U.S. Rejoin 2015 Nuclear Deal RFE/RL 08 Jan 2021 -- Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei says the country is in no hurry to see the United States return to an international nuclear deal with major powers after President-elect Joe Biden takes office this month.
Iran's Supreme Leader Says 'No Hurry' For US to Rejoin Nuclear Deal, Demands End to Sanctions Sputnik 08 Jan 2021 -- As President-elect Joe Biden is set to ascend to the White House, Iran is seeking to end the economic restrictions put in place by the Trump administration.
Iran Urged To Deliver Justice One Year After Downing Of Ukrainian Airliner RFE/RL 08 Jan 2021 -- One year after the downing of a Ukrainian passenger plane in Iranian airspace, Ukraine and four other countries whose citizens were killed in the crash are "urgently" calling on Tehran to fully disclose how the tragedy occurred, deliver justice, and make reparations, as the families of the victims seek justice and answers to a tragedy that killed 176 people.
Iran Should Name Commanders Responsible For Downing Ukrainian Plane Radio Farda 07 Jan 2021 -- Speaking to Radio Farda, Ukraine's Deputy Foreign Minister, Yevhen Yenin, said on Wednesday, January 6, that Kyiv is waiting for the identification and punishment of the "real" Iranian officials responsible for shooting down Ukraine International Airline's passenger plane last January.
Sunni Leader Warns Khamenei of 'Losing Hope' Radio Farda 07 Jan 2021 -- In a letter to the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the Sunni Friday Imam of Zahedan, Mawlana Abdul Hamid, his claiming that Sunni citizens in Iran are still considered "second-class citizens."
Iran COVID-19 death toll grows to 103 IRNA 07 Jan 2021 -- Spokeswoman for Iran's Ministry of Health and Medical Education Sima Sadat Lari announced here on Thursday that the COVID-19 death toll in Iran has grown to 103 during the past 24 hours.
Araqchi: Iran will stop 20% enrichment if US lifts sanctions Press TV 07 Jan 2021 -- The Iranian deputy foreign minister for political affairs says Iran can resume its nuclear obligations "swiftly and easily" once the United States meaningfully lifts its sanctions against the Islamic Republic, adding, however, that everything depends on Washington.
Iran can easily enrich uranium to 90% purity: AEOI spokesman Press TV 07 Jan 2021 -- A senior official at the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says the country can easily enrich uranium to levels above 20 percent, even to 90 percent purity, a few days after Iran began 20-percent uranium enrichment at its Fordow nuclear facility.
FM spox: S. Korean delegation's trip agreed before seizure of ship IRNA 07 Jan 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh said on Thursday that the South Korean delegation arrived in Tehran to discuss Iran's access to its financial resources.
South Korean delegation only to discuss Iran's frozen funds: Foreign Ministry spokesman Press TV 07 Jan 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry says a South Korean delegation, which has arrived in Tehran, is to negotiate Iran's frozen financial resources, rejecting an earlier report that the visit is related to the seizure of South Korea's tanker by Iran.
Iran earned less than $20bn from crude exports in 2020: CBI chief Press TV 07 Jan 2021 -- Central Bank of Iran (CBI) Governor Abdolnasser Hemmati says the country earned less than $20 billion from crude exports in 2020 as sanctions imposed by the US continued to affect shipments.
Iranian forces will determine time, place of revenge for Fakhrizadeh's assassination: Top General Press TV 07 Jan 2021 -- Chairman of the Chiefs of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Baqeri says the decision regarding the time and place of revenge for the assassination of Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, one of the country's most senior nuclear scientists, lies at the hands of Iranian forces.
Iraqi court issues arrest warrant for Trump over assassination of Gen. Soleimani, PMU deputy cmdr. Press TV 07 Jan 2021 -- An Iraqi court has ordered the arrest of outgoing US President Donald Trump as part of its investigation into the assassination of top Iranian anti-terror commander Lieutenant General Qassem Soleimani and his Iraqi trenchmate Abu Mahdi al-Muhandis in a US drone strike near Baghdad International Airport on January 3 last year.
Iraqi Court Issues Arrest Warrant for Trump Over Killing of Shia Militia Group Commander Sputnik 07 Jan 2021 -- An Iraqi court authorised to investigate the killing of Shia militia group deputy commander Abu Mahdi al-Muhandis in January 2020 has issued an arrest warrant for US President Donald Trump, the press service of Iraq's Supreme Judicial Council said on Thursday.
A Year After Iran Downed Ukrainian Airliner, Families Still Seeking Justice RFE/RL 07 Jan 2021 -- A year after the downing of a Ukrainian passenger jet by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC), the families of the victims are still looking for answers to the tragedy and seeking justice.
Ayatollah Holds Khamenei Responsible for Killings in Iran Radio Farda 06 Jan 2021 -- Ayatollah Mahmoud Amjad member of the seminary in Qom, , warned on his Instagram page on Monday, January 4, that he intends to rise against the "corrupt" seminary and "the ungodly turbaned heads who have no conscience."
Iran's long-range suicide drones' operations successful IRNA 06 Jan 2021 -- Iran's long-range suicide drones succeeded in destroying the set targets in a drill, the public relations office of the Iranian Army reported on Wednesday.
Iran combat UAVs successfully destroy targets on 2nd day of drill Press TV 06 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Army Karrar-class drone has successfully intercepted and destroyed mock hostile targets during a large-scale drill involving combat unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
Iran Says It Has New Series of Ultra-Long Range Drones Able to Hit US Bases in Middle East, Europe Sputnik 06 Jan 2021 -- The Islamic Republic has one of the most sophisticated drone and missile programmes in the world. Tehran began its first drone drills Tuesday amid the latest escalation of tensions with Washington.
Home-made Ababil drone fires Almas missile to destroy surface targets IRNA 06 Jan 2021 -- During the final stage of the Iranian army military drone exercise, ground forces' Ababil drones which are equipped with Almas air-to-surface and precision-guided missiles successfully destroyed surface targets.
Iran test-fires Azarakhsh missile from national drone IRNA 06 Jan 2021 -- Iran Army successfully test-fired Azarakhsh (Thunderstorm) missile from its Karrar-class drone at the second day of military drills on Wednesday.
IRGC Cmdr: Enemy should not make any mistakes in Persian Gulf IRNA 06 Jan 2021 -- Commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Hossein Salami said on Wednesday that the IRGC Navy is completely ready to defend the security of the Persian Gulf and that the enemy should be careful not to have any miscalculations in the region.
IRGC Comdr: Americans must be expelled from region IRNA 06 Jan 2021 -- Commander of the IRGC Quds Forces Brigadier General Esmail Ghaani on Wednesday said that the Americans must be expelled from the region.
Iran says will not accept interference in its defense policies Press TV 06 Jan 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh says Tehran will brook no meddling in its affairs, including in defense policies.
Serious evidence about Israel's role in terror attack on Iranian scientist IRNA 06 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Minister of Defense Brigadier General Amir Hatami announced that there is "serious evidence" about the role of the Zionist regime of Israel in the November 2020 assassination of Iranian scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh.
Iran's nuclear steps to be reversed upon full implementation of JCPOA commitments by all: Ravanchi ISNA 06 Jan 2021 -- Iran's ambassador and permanent representative to the United Nations Majid Takht Ravanchi stressed that the country's nuclear steps will be reversed upon full implementation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) commitments by all.
European Powers Say Iran's Enrichment Could Undermine Nuclear Diplomacy RFE/RL 06 Jan 2021 -- Britain, France, and Germany have called on Iran to reverse its decision to restart uranium enrichment at the 20 percent level, describing the move as "a serious negative development" in violation of a 2015 nuclear accord.
UK, France, Germany Say Iran's 20% Uranium Enrichment Threatens Chances for Diplomacy Sputnik 06 Jan 2021 -- The United Kingdom, France and Germany expressed their concerns on Wednesday over Iran's move to resume uranium enrichment up to 20 percent at the Fordow facility, warning that it may shatter chances for "a return to diplomacy" under the incoming Joe Biden administration in the United States.
Iran starts high-grade uranium enrichment People's Daily 06 Jan 2021 -- Iran has started obtaining 20-percent enriched uranium, the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) announced on Tuesday.
Russia criticizes U.S. as "root cause" of Iran uranium enrichment People's Daily 06 Jan 2021 -- The Russian Foreign Ministry said Tuesday that the United States is responsible for Iran's recent decision of enriching uranium to 20 percent.
Iran urges Seoul to behave 'logically' over Iran's seizure of tanker ISNA 06 Jan 2021 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman called on Seoul to behave rationally in dealing with Tehran's seizure of a South Korean vessel due to technical issues.
Iran urges South Korea to behave 'rationally' over seized tanker Press TV 06 Jan 2021 -- Iran has called on South Korea to behave "rationally and responsibly" regarding the technical case of its tanker, which was seized recently in the Persian Gulf by Iranian naval forces for repeated violations of maritime environmental law.
If Biden lives up to his commitments, we will fulfil ours: Iran President ISNA 06 Jan 2021 -- Reviewing the victory of the Iranian nation in the three important historical periods of the Islamic Movement and Revolution, the war with Iraq and the economic war of the enemies, Iran's President emphasized that no one in the world should think that they can destroy the Iranian nation with sanctions and economic war. The Iranian nation continues on its path with power and at the same time welcomes the other side's submission to the law.
U.S. Slaps New Sanctions On Key Iranian Metals Industry Radio Farda 06 Jan 2021 -- The United States has blacklisted 16 companies and an individual linked to Iran's metals industry as part of continued efforts by the outgoing administration of U.S. President Donald Trump to deprive the country of revenue.
Iran's actual gas processing hits record high of 840 million mcm: NIGC Press TV 06 Jan 2021 -- The National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) says the daily amount of production and processing of natural gas in the country hit an all-time high of 840 million cubic meters (mcm), a whopping figure which the country's energy minister says is roughly more than half the amount of gas consumed in the entire Europe.
IRGC says US' terrorist adventurism led to Ukrainian plane crash, pledges harsh revenge Press TV 06 Jan 2021 -- On the anniversary of a crash of a Ukrainian passenger plane in Iran, the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the US adventurism in the region led to the tragic incident, pledging a harsh revenge against enemies.
Iran's IRGC Links Downing of Ukraine Airlines Jet With US Activity in Middle East Sputnik 06 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) on Wednesday blamed the downing of the Ukraine International Airlines flight on US activity in the Middle East as the tragedy's first anniversary approaches.
COVID-19 kills 98 more people in Iran IRNA 05 Jan 2021 -- Some 98 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 55,748, Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Tuesday.
Iran's top banker says prepayment for COVID-19 vaccines now finalized Press TV 05 Jan 2021 -- Central Bank of Iran (CBI) Governor Abdolnasser Hemmati says the country has finally made a prepayment for purchase of vaccines to tackle COVID-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
Iran's Army stages large-scale drone drill, showcases achievements Press TV 05 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Army has launched a large-scale drill involving hundreds of combat drones belonging to the Ground, Navy and Air Defense Forces.
'Hundreds' of Drones Involved in Iranian Army's Massive Drill as Tehran-Washington Tensions on Rise Sputnik 05 Jan 2021 -- In September 2020, more than 180 domestically-made combat unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and helicopters entered service with the naval fleet of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), against the background of simmering US-Iranian tensions.
Iranian Army begins major drone exercise IRNA 05 Jan 2021 -- First major drone exercise of the Iranian Army began in northern central province of Semnan on Tuesday.
Iran's Army launches large-scale drone drill ISNA 05 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Army launched the first large-scale drone drill in central province of Semnan on Tuesday.
Iran's army begins drone drills People's Daily 05 Jan 2021 -- Large drone exercise of the Iranian Army began in the central province of Semnan in Iran on Tuesday, Tasnim news agency reported.
Iranian Armed Forces 'have fingers on trigger:' Iran warns US Press TV 05 Jan 2021 -- Iran's top military commander says the country's Armed Forces are optimally alert and "have fingers on the trigger" to respond to the slightest mistake by enemy forces in the region.
Iran says ready for defense if US miscalculates deterrent power Press TV 05 Jan 2021 -- Iran has slammed the new psychological war waged by the outgoing US administration against Tehran, warning that the country will strongly defend its interests in case of any miscalculations by the United States in the region.
Sanctioning Companies Supporting Iran's Metal Industry US Dept. of State 05 Jan 2021 -- "Today, the United States is imposing sanctions on 17 companies and one individual in connection with Iran's metals industry. The Iranian regime uses revenue from its metals sector to fund the regime's destabilizing activities around the world."
Treasury Sanctions Key Actors in Iran's Steel Sector US Treasury 05 Jan 2021 -- "Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated a China-based supplier of graphite electrodes, a key element in steel production, as well as twelve Iranian producers of steel and other metals products, and three foreign-based sales agents of a major Iranian metals and mining holding company."
Outgoing Trump administration imposes new Iran-related sanctions Press TV 05 Jan 2021 -- The outgoing administration of US President Donald Trump has imposed Iran-related sanctions on several individuals and entities.
US Targets Iran's Steel Industry With New Sanctions VOA 05 Jan 2021 -- The United States has sanctioned entities and individuals associated with Iran's steel industry, the U.S. Treasury Department said Tuesday, the latest move in a U.S. pressure campaign against Tehran in the waning days of Donald Trump's presidency.
U.S. Government Collects $7 Million in Iranian Assets for Victims of Terrorism Fund US Dept. of Justice 05 Jan 2021 -- The Justice Department announced the United States has collected $7 million of Iranian funds that will be allocated to provide compensation to American victims of international state-sponsored terrorism.
South Korea to Negotiate with Iran Over Seized Tanker VOA 05 Jan 2021 -- South Korea says it will seek a diplomatic solution with Iran over a South Korean-flagged oil tanker seized by Iranian Revolutionary Guard troops Monday in the Strait of Hormuz.
FM spox comments on the latest situation of Korean ship IRNA 05 Jan 2021 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh said on Tuesday that as previously announced, the problem of the Korean ship is completely technical, stressing that the Islamic Republic of Iran, like all countries, is fully sensitive to the preservation of the marine environment.
South Korea holding $7 billion Iran funds 'hostage': government spokesman ISNA 05 Jan 2021 -- Iran's government spokesman, Ali Rabiei on Tuesday rejected allegations that Iran's seizure of a South Korean vessel amounted to hostage-taking, saying, "It's the South Korean government that has taken our more than $7 billion hostage under a futile pretext".
South Korea to send delegates to Iran over to discuss tanker seizure Press TV 05 Jan 2021 -- Seoul says it will dispatch a delegation to Tehran for talks following the seizure of a South Korean-flagged tanker which Iranian naval forces say took place for repetitive violations of maritime environmental law and polluting Persian Gulf waters with chemicals.
South Korea, U.S. Demand Iran Release Tanker Seized In Strait Of Hormuz Radio Farda 05 Jan 2021 -- South Korea and the United States have demanded the release of a South Korean-flagged oil tanker seized by Iranian authorities in the Strait of Hormuz.
South Korea To Send Delegation To Iran Over Tanker Seizure RFE/RL 05 Jan 2021 -- South Korea says it will dispatch a government delegation to Iran "at the earliest possible date" to try secure the release of a tanker seized by Iran amid tensions over Iranian funds frozen in Seoul because of U.S. sanctions.
EU 'Highly Concerned' About Iran Nuclear Enrichment VOA 05 Jan 2021 -- The European Union Tuesday expressed grave concern about reports from the U.N. nuclear watchdog that Iran had resumed enriching uranium and said it would continue working to salvage the multi-national nuclear deal that restricted such activities.
China urges calm, Russia warns against overdramatizing as Iran ramps up uranium enrichment Press TV 05 Jan 2021 -- China has invited all sides involved in Iran's "sensitive" nuclear issue to exercise restraint, while Russia has warned that there is nothing to overdramatize about Iran's "predictable" announcement that it is enriching uranium to a higher level.
Iran enriching about 9 kg of uranium to 20% per month: Nuclear chief IRNA 05 Jan 2021 -- Head of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Ali Akbar Salehi said on Tuesday that Iran is now producing 17 to 20 grams of 20%-enriched uranium an hour.
Araghchi says 20% uranium enrichment does not mean JCPOA death IRNA 05 Jan 2021 -- Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Abbas Araghchi said on Tuesday that Iran began uranium enrichment at 20% upon the parliament's decision, adding that Iran's reduction of commitments is based on JCPOA and it does not mean death of the deal.
Iran producing 17 to 20 gm of 20% uranium enrichment per hour: AEOI chief ISNA 05 Jan 2021 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Ali-Akbar Slahehi stressed that the organization's activities are expanding and no part of the activities has been shut down or stagnated.
Iran able to produce above 20 pct enriched uranium: AEOI spokesman People's Daily 05 Jan 2021 -- A spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) said Tuesday that Iran has started obtaining 20 percent enriched uranium and it is able to produce enriched uranium at higher purity.
U.S. calls Iran's decision on 20-percent uranium enrichment "nuclear extortion" People's Daily 05 Jan 2021 -- The United States on Monday called Iran's decision of enriching uranium to the 20 percent level at its Fordow facility as "nuclear extortion."
Israel calls for int'l action against Iran's uranium enrichment People's Daily 05 Jan 2021 -- Israel on Monday urged the international community to take "a determined response" against Iran after the Islamic republic announced that it will increase the uranium enrichment level.
Iran can produce up to 9 kg of 20% enriched uranium per month: AEOI chief Press TV 05 Jan 2021 -- Iran's nuclear chief says the country has the capability to produce up to 9 kilograms of enriched uranium with the purity of 20 percent per month.
Iran Rolls Out First Batch of Uranium Product After 20% Enrichment Rise Sputnik 05 Jan 2021 -- Tehran started to increase uranium enrichment a year after the US unilaterally abandoned the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), also known as the Iran nuclear deal, in May 2018, also reinstating harsh economic sanctions on the Islamic Republic.
Japan Voices Concerns Over Iran's Enriching Uranium at 20% Sputnik 05 Jan 2021 -- Japanese Chief Cabinet Secretary Katsunobu Kato said on Tuesday that Japan was seriously concerned about Iran's decision to enrich uranium at 20 percent in breach of the limit set by the 2015 nuclear deal.
Iran's measures fully reversible upon full compliance by all JCPOA parties ISNA 05 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Minister, Mohammad Javad Zarif in a tweet stressed that the country's measures are fully reversible upon full compliance by all JCPOA parties.
EU will 'redouble efforts' for JCPOA preservation, full implementation: Spokesman Press TV 05 Jan 2021 -- The European Union has pledged to make more efforts to preserve the 2015 multilateral nuclear agreement with Iran, after Tehran announced the beginning of the process to enrich uranium to a purity level of 20 percent at its Fordow nuclear facility.
US extends sanctions waiver for Iraq to import Iranian gas ISNA 05 Jan 2021 -- The US has granted Iraq a three-month extension to a sanctions waiver allowing it to import Iranian gas, an Iraqi official told AFP.
Narrowing of OPEC+ cuts insignificant to global supply: Zanganeh Press TV 05 Jan 2021 -- Iranian Oil Minister Bijan Namdar Zanganeh says a Tuesday decision by an international grouping of oil producers known as OPEC+ to slightly narrow supply cuts agreed for January would not have a significant impact on global prices.
Soleimani's Ghost Still Overshadowing His Successor Radio Farda 05 Jan 2021 -- On January 5, 2020, two days after A U.S. drone killed Qassem Soleimani outside Baghdad Airport, websites close to the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) published a poster headlined, "Qaani, the same as Soleimani."
First batch of Iran's 20% enriched uranium products ready Press TV 05 Jan 2021 -- Iran says it has produced its first UF6 product a few hours after restarting the enrichment of uranium up to a purity level of 20 percent at Fordow nuclear facility.
Production of corona vaccine in Iran proof of US maximum pressure failure: Raeisi IRNA 04 Jan 2021 -- Judiciary Chief Ayatollah Ebrahim Raeisi on Monday described production of coronavirus vaccine in Iran as a valuable step and realization of "we can", saying that it is also a proof for the failure of the US' policy of maximum pressure.
Iran injects COVID-19 vaccine to second group of volunteers IRNA 04 Jan 2021 -- The head of the public relations office of Execution of Imam Khomeini's Order said on Monday that the COV Iran Barkat vaccine was injected to the first of the quartet volunteered for the test.
COVID-19 kills 110 more people in Iran IRNA 04 Jan 2021 -- Some 110 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 55,650, Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Monday.
Iran starts second phase of injecting homegrown Coviran vaccine to volunteers Press TV 04 Jan 2021 -- Iran has started the second phase of the injection of its domestically-developed coronavirus vaccine to volunteers, further consolidating its steps towards a better containment of the flu-like pathogen.
Lebanese Bristle Over Iran Commander's Comments Regarding Hezbollah Missile Capabilities VOA 04 Jan 2021 -- Lebanese Sunni Muslims, Christians, and others are condemning recent remarks by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Air Force Commander Amir Ali Hajizadeh, who claimed that Lebanon owed its missile capabilities to Iran and that Lebanon was in the front line in Iran's fight against Israel.
Statement by Acting Secretary Miller on Iranian Threats and the USS Nimitz DoD 04 Jan 2021
US Reverses Decision to Send Aircraft Carrier Home from Middle East VOA 04 Jan 2021 -- The United States has reversed a decision to send home a Navy aircraft carrier operating in the Middle East, citing tensions with Iran.
US decides to keep aircraft carrier in Persian Gulf 'over Iran threats' Press TV 04 Jan 2021 -- The United States has reversed a decision to bring an aircraft carrier home from the Persian Gulf days after ordering the vessel out of the Middle East, saying the decision was due to "recent threats" from Iranian officials.
U.S. Aircraft Carrier To Remain In Gulf Due To 'Threats' By Iran, Pentagon Says RFE/RL 04 Jan 2021 -- The U.S. aircraft carrier USS Nimitz will remain in the Persian Gulf due to "recent threats" by Iran, the Pentagon said on January 3.
Pentagon Says Halted Plans to Move USS Nimitz Out of Middle East Over Iran's Threats Sputnik 04 Jan 2021 -- The United States has scrapped plans to move one of its aircraft carriers out of the Middle East in light of what the Pentagon describes as threats from Iran, according to acting Secretary of Defense Chris Miller, on the first anniversary of the assassination of senior Iranian General Qasem Soleimani.
Iran Says It Boosted Uranium Enrichment to 20% VOA 04 Jan 2021 -- Iran says it has begun enriching uranium to 20%, its latest step away from a 2015 international agreement that limited its nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief.
IAEA says Iran has enriched uranium up to 20%: Envoy IRNA 04 Jan 2021 -- Iran's ambassador and permanent representative to the Vienna-based international organizations said on Monday that the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has confirmed that the Islamic Republic has started enriching uranium up to 20%.
20% uranium enrichment started in Fordow facility: Kamalvandi IRNA 04 Jan 2021 -- Spokesman of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Behrouz Kamalvandi announced start of 20 percent enriched uranium in Fordow facility.
Zarif: Iran resumes 20% enrichment as per parliament's approval IRNA 04 Jan 2021 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad-Javad Zarif wrote in a Twitter message that as the Parliament legislated, Iran resumed 20-percent enrichment of uranium.
Iran to produce UF6 enriched uranium in few hours: Gov't Spox IRNA 04 Jan 2021 -- Government spokesman Ali Rabiei said on Monday that Iran has started the pre-processing stage of gas injection a couple of hours ago in Fordow nuclear site, noting that the first UF6 enriched uranium will be produced in a few hours.
Iran officially resumes enriching uranium to 20% in Fordow: government spokesman ISNA 04 Jan 2021 -- Iran's government spokesman, Ali Rabiei announced on Monday, the country has officially restarted enriching uranium at a rate of up to 20 percent at its Fordow facility.
Iran resumes 20% enrichment at Fordow nuclear facility: Government spokesman Press TV 04 Jan 2021 -- Iran's government spokesman says the country has started the process to enrich uranium to 20 percent purity at its Fordow nuclear facility.
Iran Says It Has Resumed 20 Percent Uranium Enrichment At Fordow Radio Farda 04 Jan 2021 -- The Iranian government says the country has resumed uranium enrichment to 20 percent at an underground facility, a level far above limits set by the 2015 nuclear deal with six major powers.
Israel Warns Iran About Uranium Enrichment Announcement VOA 04 Jan 2021 -- Israeli officials said Monday that they will not allow Iran to produce a nuclear weapon. Israel was responding to Iran's announcement that its scientists have resumed enriching uranium to 20 percent purity. The exchange is increasing tensions just two weeks before U.S. President-elect Joe Biden is set to take office.
Netanyahu Claims Iran's Move to Boost Uranium Enrichment Shows Intention to Develop Nuclear Weapons Sputnik 04 Jan 2021 -- Earlier in the day, Tehran said it had started producing 20 percent enriched uranium in Fordow nuclear complex.
Iran Resumes 20% Uranium Enrichment at Fordow Nuclear Facility, Reports Say Sputnik 04 Jan 2021 -- While the Iranian nuclear deal only allowed Tehran to enrich uranium up to 3.67 percent, the Islamic Republic has gradually suspended its obligations under the agreement since the US left it in 2018 and re-imposed anti-Iran sanctions.
Commander: Iran superpower in defense equipment despite sanctions IRNA 04 Jan 2021 -- Deputy Commander of the Army Brigadier-General Mohammad-Hossein Dadras on Monday said that Iran today has become a regional and transregional superpower in producing drones.
Parliament speaker: Assassination of Gen. Soleimani poses threat to intl. peace, security Press TV 04 Jan 2021 -- Iran's parliament speaker says the assassination of the country's top anti-terror commander, Lieutenant General Qassem Soleimani, by American forces last January has posed a major threat to international peace and security while jeopardizing regional security as well.
Biden adviser insists any talks with Iran should include missiles Press TV 04 Jan 2021 -- Jake Sullivan, US President-elect Joe Biden's incoming national security adviser, says Iran's ballistic missile program should be included in any possible negotiations with the country - an issue categorically rejected by Tehran.
Iran says closely watching 'mischievous' US moves in Persian Gulf Press TV 04 Jan 2021 -- Tehran has said it is closely watching the movements of the United States in the Middle East, a day after the Pentagon ordered an American aircraft carrier to remain in the region.
Iran Admits To Seizing South Korean-Flagged Oil Tanker RFE/RL 04 Jan 2021 -- Iranian state television has acknowledged that Tehran seized a South Korean-flagged oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz.
FM spox elaborates on seizing South Korean oil tanker IRNA 04 Jan 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh said on Monday that Iran is serious about violating the environmental protocols by South Korean oil tanker and will react within the framework of the law.
IRGC confirms seizing South Korean oil tanker IRNA 04 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps has seized South Korean Hankuk Chemi vessel in the Persian Gulf on Monday for violating the environmental protocols, said the IRGC public relations office confirmed.
Iran seizes Korean tanker in Persian Gulf for pollution IRNA 04 Jan 2021 -- An informed source in Hormuzgan Province confirmed that a South Korea-flagged oil tanker has been seized in the Persian Gulf for causing environmental pollution.
Iran seizes South-Korean-flagged chemical tanker over "chemical pollution" ISNA 04 Jan 2021 -- Iran has seized a South-Korean-flagged chemical tanker in its southern waters over "chemical pollution" of the Persian Gulf, informed sources say.
Iran says South Korean ship seizure purely technical issue Press TV 04 Jan 2021 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry has issued a statement reiterating that a South Korean ship was impounded in the Persian Gulf waters on Monday purely over technical and environmental issues.
Iran's IRGC impounds South Korean-flagged tanker in Persian Gulf over environmental violations Press TV 04 Jan 2021 -- The naval force of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has impounded a South Korean-flagged tanker in the Persian Gulf waters for repetitive violation of maritime environmental law.
COVID-19 kills 102 more people in Iran IRNA 03 Jan 2021 -- Some 102 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 55,540, Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Sunday.
President Rouhani hopes COVID-19 vaccine be purchased within weeks IRNA 03 Jan 2021 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani expressed hope that the coronavirus vaccine be purchased and transferred to Iran within weeks, saying vaccination will start based on a certain timetable which will give the priority to medical staff and elderly people.
Iran's COVID vaccine fully home-grown, no Chinese, Cuban role involved: SETAD Press TV 03 Jan 2021 -- Iran's SETAD, an economic conglomerate that owns major pharmaceutical companies, has denied reports that it has used Chinese or Cuban expertise to develop an indigenous vaccine for COVID-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus.
US military recalls home aircraft carrier in hasty setback of its Iran scheme Press TV 03 Jan 2021 -- The US defense chief has abruptly recalled home its Nimitz aircraft carrier from the West Asia amid opposition by top military advisers, marking a reversal of a major show-of-force strategy aimed at deterring Iran from taking retaliatory action for the US terror assassination of its top commander Lt. Gen. Qassem Soleimani along with several other senior Iranian and Iraqi military officers early last year in Baghdad.
Martyr Soleimani 1,000 times more powerful than Gen. Soleimani IRNA 03 Jan 2021 -- Iranian IRGC commander General Rahim Nowei-Aghdam said on Sunday that today, Martyr Qasem Soleimani is 1,000 times more powerful than General Qasem Soleimani.
ISIS only side gaining benefits from Gen. Soleimani's assassination by "terrorist-in-chief": Zarif IRNA 03 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif wrote in a Twitter message on Sunday evening that the only ones who benefitted from the US assassination of Lieutenant-General Qasem Soleimani was Daesh (ISIS) terrorists.
Iran decides when, where to avenge assassins of General Soleimani: IRGC Spokesman IRNA 03 Jan 2021 -- Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) spokesman Brigadier-General Ramezan Sharif said on Sunday that it is Iran that decides when and where to avenge assassination of Lieutenant-General Qasem Soleimani who was assassinated by the US terrorist army in Iraq on January 3, 2020.
Minister says Iran will take revenge of General Soleimani IRNA 03 Jan 2021 -- Iranian Minister of Defense Brigadier-General Amir Hatami reiterated on Sunday that Iran will take revenge of the US assassination of Lieutenant-General Qasem Soleimani.
IRGC spox: Gen. Soleimani thwarted US plot to disintegrate states of region IRNA 03 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) spokesman Brigadier General Ramezan Sharif said the US seeks to plunder nations in the region and disintegrating Islamic states, adding that Lieutenant General Qasem Soleimani thwarted the US plot to disintegrate states in the region.
Unlawful assassination of Gen Soleimani a wake-up call: Iran's Foreign Ministry ISNA 03 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry stressed that the US military presence in the region is destabilizing.
US itself the main loser in assassination of Gen Soleimani: Khatibzadeh ISNA 03 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman, Saeed Khatibzadeh stressed that Iran diplomacy apparatus' efforts to pursue the case of assassination of Lt. General Qassem Soleimani will continue until the perpetrators and commanders of the brutal crime are brought to justice.
Daesh main beneficiary of General Soleimani's assassination: Iran's Zarif Press TV 03 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the Daesh Takfiri terrorist group was the "only beneficiary" of the cowardly assassination of Iranian legendary counterterrorism commander Lieutenant General Qassem Soleimani by the United States.
Gen. Soleimani's assassination proved US presence in region destabilizing: Iran Foreign Ministry Press TV 03 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has once again denounced the "unlawful" assassination of the country's legendary counterterrorism commander, Lieutenant General Qassem Soleimani, by the United States, saying it proved that the US military presence in the West Asia region is destabilizing.
Iraqis Mark Anniversary Of Top Iranian General's Assassination RFE/RL 03 Jan 2021 -- Thousands of Iraqis converged on central Baghdad's Tahrir Square on January 3 to mark the first anniversary of the twin assassinations in a U.S. air strike of a top Iranian general and a leader of an Iraqi powerful Shi'ite militia.
Complete lifting of all sanctions US' sole option to correct Trump's failed strategy: Shamkhani ISNA 03 Jan 2021 -- Iran's secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, Ali Shamkhani stressed that America's perceptual war to magnify a trivial issue such as its return to JCPOA will not be successful.
US must lift all Iran sanctions to correct Trump's failed 'maximum pressure' policy: Top security official Press TV 03 Jan 2021 -- Iran's top security official has once again highlighted the failure of the so-called 'maximum pressure' campaign pursued by the outgoing US President Donald Trump against the Islamic Republic, urging the United States to lift all sanctions as the only option possible to rectify its failed strategy.
Ukraine plane crash victim families offered life-time benefits Press TV 03 Jan 2021 -- Victim families of a Ukrainian plane crash that happened in January last year near the Iranian capital Tehran have been offered with life-time benefits by Iran's Foundation of Martyrs and Veterans Affairs.
Iran's strategic weapons thwart plot to disintegrate region: DM Press TV 03 Jan 2021 -- The Iranian defense minister says the strategic weapons produced by the Islamic Republic and used by resistance forces have prevented a hegemonic plot to disintegrate the region.
Iranian Supreme Leader Uses Propagandistic Documentary To Try To Burnish His Image RFE/RL 03 Jan 2021 -- Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei welcomes a group of artists and filmmakers while exchanging pleasantries and cracking a joke about reports a prominent filmmaker had received residency in Canada.
Three Executed In Iran For 'Terrorist' Acts And Murder RFE/RL 03 Jan 2021 -- Iran has hanged two men for "terrorist acts" and another for murder and armed robbery, the judiciary's official Mizan news agency said.
Some 101 more Iranians die from COVID-19 IRNA 02 Jan 2021 -- Some 101 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 55,438, Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Saturday.
Iran contains 3rd wave of COVID-19 faster than expected: Pres. Rouhani IRNA 02 Jan 2021 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani said on Saturday that the country has succeeded in containing the spread of the third wave of the COVID-19 disease faster than what people expected.
Iran third-generation COVID-19 vaccine to undergo human trial IRNA 02 Jan 2021 -- Iran's third-generation vaccine with new composition to combat COVID-19 will undergo human trial in less than two months, dean of Tehran's Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences announced on Saturday.
COVID-19 a historic test for nations, world leaders: President Rouhani ISNA 02 Jan 2021 -- Appreciating people for full observance of health protocols during the mourning ceremony and also the anniversary of the martyrdom of General Soleimani, Iran's President said, "Coronavirus was not a common disease but a pandemic that spread almost all over the world and was a historical test for nations and the leader of different countries".
Iran spent $15.5mln on masks imports in 8 months to November: Report Press TV 02 Jan 2021 -- Iran spent $15.5 million on imports of various types of face masks to control the spread of the coronavirus in the 8 months to late November before becoming a net exporter of the protective item in later months of 2020, shows a report.
Foreign presence in region must end: IRGC Cmdr IRNA 02 Jan 2021 -- The commander of the Navy of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) said on Saturday that the presence of foreign forces in the region, which is the source of sedition and tension, must come to an end as soon as possible.
Regional Arab states to hurt most in case of war in region: IRGC commander Press TV 02 Jan 2021 -- A senior commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has warned certain regional Arab countries against the adverse consequences of their cooperation with the United States and the Israeli regime, saying they will sustain the most damage in case of any possible war in the region.
IRGC chief: Any anti-Iran action to be met with 'reciprocal, decisive' response Press TV 02 Jan 2021 -- The chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has warned of a "reciprocal, decisive and strong" response to any action by the enemy against Iran, saying no threats would go unanswered.
Iran writes to IAEA about 20% fuel production IRNA 02 Jan 2021 -- Iran has sent a letter to its representative office in Vienna, Austria, to be presented to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) about the production of 20% fuel, Iran's nuclear chief Ali Akbar Salehi announced in a TV program here in Tehran.
Iran ready to start production of 20% fuel: AEOI chief ISNA 02 Jan 2021 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Ali-Akbar Slahehi announced that the agency is ready to start production of 20% fuel.
Salehi says awaiting order to resume 20% enrichment 'soon' Press TV 02 Jan 2021 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Ali Akbar Salehi says the Islamic Republic will soon resume uranium enrichment up to 20 percent.
Iran Vows 20 Percent Uranium Enrichment 'As Soon As Possible' RFE/RL 02 Jan 2021 -- Iran said on January 2 that it plans to enrich uranium up to 20 percent purity at its underground Fordow nuclear facility "as soon as possible," a level far above limits set by an international nuclear accord.
Ayatollah Mesbah-Yazdi, Leader Of Iran's Hard-Liners, Dies At 86 RFE/RL 02 Jan 2021 -- Iranian cleric Ayatollah Mohammad Taghi Mesbah-Yazdi, considered the spiritual leader of the most fundamentalist hard-line factions, has died in Tehran at the age of 86.
Official rejects COVID19 vaccine shipment transfer from S. Korea to Iran IRNA 01 Jan 2021 -- Iranian Red Crescent Society spokesman reacted to news regarding transfer of the first COVID19 vaccine consignment from South Korea to Iran, saying no shipment has so far transferred from any country by Red Crescent Society to Iran.
Iranian diplomat terms int'l cooperation as only way to fight COVID19 IRNA 01 Jan 2021 -- Iranian consul general in Guangzhou referred to mutual aid provided by Iranian and Chinese governments in time of coronavirus, saying international cooperation is the only way to fight COVID-19.
COVID-19 kills 114 more people in Iran IRNA 01 Jan 2021 -- Some 114 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 55,337, Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Friday.
WHO reacts to the Iranian coronavirus vaccine IRNA 01 Jan 2021 -- A world health organization spokesperson has reacted to the Iranian first trial of locally made coronavirus vaccine by saying that the organization 'welcomes all vaccine development programs around the world'.
Joint cooperation with Cuba in coronavirus vaccine production 'among priorities': Iran official Press TV 01 Jan 2021 -- An Iranian Health Ministry official says the production of coronavirus vaccine in cooperation with Cuba is one of Tehran's priorities after such other alternatives as purchasing from a foreign country and participation in the World Health Organization's COVAX program.
IRGC commander: Iran ready to properly react to every scenario IRNA 01 Jan 2021 -- Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Hossein Salami said Iran is ready for every scenario, noting that the enemies' movements in the region is the outcome of their last year mistake in assassinating the late Quds Forces commander Lieutenant General Qassem Soleimani.
Iran has braced itself to face any possible scenario, IRGC chief says Press TV 01 Jan 2021 -- The chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has warned the United States against any provocative moves in the Persian Gulf, emphasizing that the Islam Republic stands fully prepared for any possible scenario.
IRGC Says Iran Has 'No Worries' About Any Foreign Adversary as US Carrier Group Heads Home Sputnik 01 Jan 2021 -- On Thursday, the Pentagon announced that the carrier strike group led by the USS Nimitz, the sole US aircraft carrier in the Middle East, would be heading home following a deployment of nearly 10 months. The drawdown comes despite rising tensions between the US and Iran, and the recent deployment of US bombers and a missile sub to the region.
Foreign Ministry: Iran won't rest until bringing Gen. Soleimani's assassins to justice IRNA 01 Jan 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry in a message stressed that Iran will not rest until perpetrators of assassinating Lieutenant General Qasem Soleimani are brought to justice.
IRGC commdr: Gen. Soleimani, a hero who defeated hegemonic powers IRNA 01 Jan 2021 -- Commander of the Quds Force of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Brigadier General Esmail Qa'ani described the martyred commander Lieutenant General Qassem Soleimani as a hero of the Islamic Ummah who defeated the hegemonic powers.
Iran won't relent until culprits in Gen. Soleimani assassination brought to justice: Foreign Ministry Press TV 01 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has once again censured the United States for committing a "craven act of terror" against top legendary Iranian commander Lieutenant General Qassem Soleimani, vowing to prosecute the culprits in his assassination.
Iran Says Soleimani's Killers Are Not 'Immune From Justice' RFE/RL 01 Jan 2021 -- The head of Iran's judiciary has said that those who carried out the targeted killing of a top Iranian military commander one year ago are "not safe on Earth."
Iran gasoline exports hit $1.4b in 7 months IRNA 01 Jan 2021 -- Iran as an active exporter in the Middle East region could earn about 1.4 billion dollars from gasoline export during the seven months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20-October 21).
Iran warns of 'US military adventurism' in Persian Gulf in letter to UN Security Council Press TV 01 Jan 2021 -- Iran's Permanent Mission to the United Nations (UN) in New York has warned against the United States' "military adventurism" and recent provocative moves in the Persian Gulf region, at a time that the administration of lame duck US President Donald Trump nears its final days.
Iran Plans To Increase Uranium Enrichment To Up To 20 Percent, Russia's Envoy To IAEA Says RFE/RL 01 Jan 2021 -- Iran has said it intends to enrich uranium to up to 20 percent purity, according to Russia's ambassador to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
Iran Tells IAEA It Plans to Push Uranium Enrichment Up to 20%, the Level Achieved Before JCPOA Sputnik 01 Jan 2021 -- Under the deal reached between Iran with major powers in 2015, it could only enrich uranium up to 3.67 percent.

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