April 2021 - Iran Special Weapons News

COVID-19 claims 407 lives in Iran over past 24 hours: official IRNA 30 Apr 2021 -- Some 407 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 71,758, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Thursday.
Iran set to produce some 1m doses of COVID-19 vaccines within weeks: official IRNA 30 Apr 2021 -- Iran is expected to produce some 1 million doses of the domestically developed COVID-19 vaccine – COV-Iran Barekat – within the next couple of weeks, according to an official with the knowledge of the case.
IRGC, Army closely monitoring movements in Persian Gulf: Iranian Cmdr. Press TV 30 Apr 2021 -- A senior Iranian commander says the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) and the Army are authoritatively monitoring the enemy's every movements and ships entering the Persian Gulf.
President Putin: Russia hopes for full restoration of Iran deal in original format Press TV 30 Apr 2021 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed hope for the revitalization of the 2015 multilateral agreement on Iran's nuclear program within its original format, amid a diplomatic process in Vienna, Austria, aimed at having the United States rejoin the accord.
Russia: US does not regard non-JCPOA sanctions against Iran as removable Press TV 30 Apr 2021 -- Russia's Permanent Representative to the International Organizations in Vienna Mikhail Ulyanov says the US would not remove all the sanctions it has imposed on the Islamic Republic under different tags.
Putin Expresses Hope for Full Restoration of Iran Nuclear Deal Sputnik 30 Apr 2021 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed hope on Friday for the full restoration of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action.
Iran welcomes change in Saudi Arabia's tone: Spokesman Press TV 30 Apr 2021 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh says Iran welcomes the recent "change in Saudi Arabia's tone" towards the Islamic Republic, adding that the "important" regional players can start revisiting their relations.
Rouhani demands eastern borders to be controlled against COVID-19 Indian mutation IRNA 29 Apr 2021 -- President Hassan Rouhani called for the eastern borders of Iran to be meticulously controlled in order to stop COVID-19 from entering the country so that it would not face a condition like that of the UK coronavirus.
COVID-19 claims 385 lives in Iran over past 24 hours: Official IRNA 29 Apr 2021 -- Some 385 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 71,351, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Thursday.
Iran to receive 7th shipment of Sputnik-V vaccine IRNA 29 Apr 2021 -- The seventh consignment of the Russian "Sputnik V" vaccine has been dispatched to Iran on Thursday via Iran's Mahan Airlines.
Iran taking delivery of large COVID vaccine shipment: CBI chief Press TV 29 Apr 2021 -- Iran is to take delivery of large coronavirus vaccine shipment later this week after the Central Bank of Iran (CBI) made payments for the consignment on Thursday.
Zarif says sees positive signs in Vienna, region IRNA 29 Apr 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said there are positive signs in both directions (Vienna and the region).
Vaezi: "Very good steps" taken so far in Vienna talks IRNA 29 Apr 2021 -- The Chief of Iranian President's Office Mahmoud Vaezi said Iran is now following a policy of rush in Vienna talks and expressed satisfaction over "very good steps" taken so far.
Former Iranian nuclear chief announces 2021 run for presidency Press TV 29 Apr 2021 -- A former director of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), Fereydoun Abbasi, has announced that he will run for president in the country's upcoming election, which will be held on June 18.
Iran Reportedly Imposes Travel Bans On Several People Over Zarif Leak RFE/RL 29 Apr 2021 -- Iran has slapped travel bans on 15 people for alleged involvement in a leaked audio recording in which Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif complains about the influence of the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) on Iranian diplomacy, semi-official news agency ISNA reported on April 29.
Iranians Plead Not Guilty To Danish Terrorism Charge RFE/RL 29 Apr 2021 -- Three members of an Iranian Arab opposition group have pleaded not guilty to Danish charges of financing and promoting terrorism in Iran with Saudi Arabia's backing.
Tehran Welcomes Riyadh's Changed Rhetoric on Bilateral Relations, Foreign Ministry Says Sputnik 29 Apr 2021 -- Iran welcomes the change in Saudi Arabia's rhetoric on Iran, recalling its own pioneering of initiatives to relaunch dialogue in the Persian Gulf, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh said on Thursday.
COVID-19 claims 434 lives in Iran over past 24 hours: Official IRNA 28 Apr 2021 -- Some 434 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 70,966, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Wednesday.
Iran produces new generation of RT-PCR kits for COVID-19 diagnosis IRNA 28 Apr 2021 -- A new generation of RT-PCR kits has been produced in Iran's Pastor Institute in both liquefied or lyophilized forms, according to an official with knowledge of the case.
Saudi Arabia seeking 'good relations' with Iran: MBS Press TV 28 Apr 2021 -- Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman says Riyadh is seeking to have "good relations" with Iran, adding, however, that the rapprochement is hindered by some differences.
Saudi Arabia Wants 'Good And Special' Relationship With Iran, Crown Prince Says RFE/RL 28 Apr 2021 -- Saudi Arabia's crown prince struck a softer tone toward Iran in a television interview broadcast late on April 27 in which he also said that Saudi Arabia and the Biden administration agreed on most issues of mutual concern.
Leaking Zarif's tape aimed at sabotaging Vienna talks, says President IRNA 28 Apr 2021 -- President Hassan Rouhani said on Wednesday that those who leaked Foreign Minister Zarif's recording aimed at sabotaging ongoing Vienna talks on reviving the nuclear deal.
Publishing a classified recording by anti-Iranian, anti-Islam TV aimed at sowing discord, disrupting unity: President Ro ISNA 28 Apr 2021 -- Stating that enemies are seeking to undermine unity in our society through different stories, Iran's President said, "Publishing a classified recording by the filthiest programme and a TV channel that is anti-Islam and anti-Iran sponsored by the Saudi Arabia was done with the goal of undermining unity in our society and sowing discord".
Iranian Foreign Minister's Leaked Comments Spark Political Frenzy RFE/RL 28 Apr 2021 -- Leaked audio of dour foreign policy assessments from Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has raised a political storm amid questions about who was behind its release at a crucial juncture for Iran and the region.
Rohani Links Leak Of Foreign Minister's Comments To Nuclear Talks RFE/RL 28 Apr 2021 -- Iranian President Hassan Rohani has said that the leak of a recording of the country's foreign minister making frank comments about the limits of his power sought to "create divisions" during talks aimed at reviving a 2015 nuclear deal with world powers.
US, Israel to form working group focused on Iran's missile, drone power Press TV 28 Apr 2021 -- Fearful of Iran's growing military power, the United States and the Israeli regime have decided to set up a working group focused on the Islamic Republic's missile and drone capabilities.
IRGCN Interaction with U.S. Naval Vessels in the North Arabian Gulf US Navy Press Release 27 Apr 2021 -- At approximately 8 p.m. on April 26, three Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy (IRGCN) fast inshore attack craft (FIAC) failed to exercise due regard for the safety of other vessels as required under international law as they came into close proximity to U.S. naval vessels in international waters of the north Arabian Gulf.
COVID-19 claims 462 lives in Iran over past 24 hours: Official IRNA 27 Apr 2021 -- Some 462 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 70,532, Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari announced on Tuesday.
Iran reports three cases of South African virus variant IRNA 27 Apr 2021 -- Iran's Health Minister Saeed Namaki said on Tuesday that three cases of infection by South African variant of COVID-19 have been detected on southern Iran.
Over 213,000 passengers tested for COVID-19 at Iranian borders IRNA 27 Apr 2021 -- Some 213,250 passengers have undergone PCR tests for coronavirus at the country's official borders, Head of Iran's Red Crescent Society's Rescue and Relief Organization Mehdi Valipour said on Tuesday.
Official: Iran does not accept passengers from India, Pakistan IRNA 27 Apr 2021 -- The spokesman of Civil Aviation Organization of Iran rejected selling tickets for India and Pakistan, saying no passengers will be accepted from the countries as per the anti-COVID-19 national task force approval.
Iran closes land borders with Pakistan amid COVID surge Press TV 27 Apr 2021 -- Iran is closing its land borders with Pakistan to passenger travel as amid growing fears that a highly infectious variant of the coronavirus (COVID-19) found in India could hit the country hard amid a renewed surge in infection cases.
Iran Hits Record COVID-19 Deaths As Officials Warn Of Worse To Come RFE/RL 27 Apr 2021 -- Iranian health officials are warning the number of COVID-19 fatalities is expected to climb in the coming weeks as the country recorded its highest single-day death toll from the pandemic.
Unsafe and Unprofessional Interaction with Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy (IRGCN) US Navy Press Release 27 Apr 2021 -- On April 2, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy (IRGCN) Harth 55, accompanied by three fast attack craft (FAC)/fast inshore attack craft (FIAC), approached U.S. Coast Guard patrol boats USCGC Wrangell (WPB 1332) and USCGC Monomoy (WPB 1326) while the U.S. vessels were conducting routine maritime security patrols in the international waters of the southern Arabian Gulf.
US Ship Fires Warning Shots at Iranian Attack Craft VOA 27 Apr 2021 -- A U.S. ship in the North Arabian Sea resorted to firing warnings shots to get three Iranian attack craft to back off following a close encounter in international waters.
US Navy Fires Warning Shots After Three Iranian Vessels Make Close Approach in Persian Gulf Sputnik 27 Apr 2021 -- American and Iranian vessels previously came in close contact earlier this month in the international waters off the southern Persian Gulf, however, the April 2 encounter did not result warning shots.
Iranian Ships, U.S. Coast Guard Vessels Meet In Tense Gulf Encounter RFE/RL 27 Apr 2021 -- The United States says boats from Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) harassed two U.S. Coast Guard ships in the Persian Gulf early this month, in what the U.S. Navy described as the first such incident in a year.
Iraqi Kurds Fear Escalation of Iran-Backed Rocket Attacks VOA 27 Apr 2021 -- Iraqi Kurds, who played a key role in the fighting against the Islamic State terror group, are now concerned about a new threat: Iranian-backed Shiite militias.
Russian envoy: JCPOA participants agree on full restoration of nuclear deal IRNA 27 Apr 2021 -- Permanent Representative of Russia to the International Organizations in Vienna Mikhail Ulyanov on Tuesday said that "participants are guided by the unity of purpose which is the full restoration of the nuclear deal in its original form".
Iran, Russia, China call for immediate lifting of all US sanctions against Tehran ISNA 27 Apr 2021 -- Trilateral meeting was held between the heads of Iranian, Chinese and Russian delegations ahead of the resumption of the meetings of the Joint Commission of the JCPOA in Vienna.
Iran, Russia, China: US must lift sanctions all at once as prerequisite to rejoining JCPOA Press TV 27 Apr 2021 -- Heads of the Iranian, Russian and Chinese delegations to the Vienna talks have once again emphasized that the United States must terminate the sanctions it has imposed on the Islamic Republic all at once as a necessary precondition for Washington's return to a landmark 2015 nuclear agreement.
JCPOA Joint Commission decides to speed up talks IRNA 27 Apr 2021 -- The first session of the new round of talks of the Joint Commission of Iran nuclear deal finished in Vienna today and the participants decided to accelerate the process of the talks.
In Vienna, JCPOA Joint Commission agrees to speed up process of talks Press TV 27 Apr 2021 -- Representatives of Iran and the signatories to the 2015 nuclear deal, officially known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), have agreed to accelerate the process of the talks on the revival of the agreement.
Parties To Iran Nuclear Deal To Resume Talks In Vienna RFE/RL 27 Apr 2021 -- Talks aimed at bringing the United States back into the 2015 Iran nuclear deal will resume in Vienna on April 27.
Iran Nuclear Pact Talks Resume VOA 27 Apr 2021 -- World powers resumed talks Tuesday in Vienna about revitalizing the 2015 international pact to restrain Iran's nuclear development program and bring the United States back into the accord that former U.S. President Donald Trump unilaterally withdrew from in 2018.
President Rouhani orders Intelligence Ministry to identify those responsible for leaked Zarif audio Press TV 27 Apr 2021 -- The Iranian administration says President Hassan Rouhani has ordered the country's Intelligence Ministry to identify those behind leaking excerpts from an interview with Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif that was meant to be confidential, censuring the move as a conspiracy against national interests.
Iran's President Orders Probe Into Leaked Audio 'Conspiracy' RFE/RL 27 Apr 2021 -- The Iranian government says an investigation has been ordered into the "conspiracy" of leaked audio in which Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the military and the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) are too influential in diplomacy.
COVID-19 kills 496 more in Iran, a record since its outbreak IRNA 26 Apr 2021 -- Some 496 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 70,070, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Monday.
Minister says Iran has reached one of most effective COVID-19 vaccines IRNA 26 Apr 2021 -- Iran's Minister of Health Saeed Namaki said on Monday that the country has reached one of the world's best and most effective COVID-19 vaccines in Pasteur Institute of Iran.
3rd phase of clinical trial of Iran-Cuba COVID vaccine begins IRNA 26 Apr 2021 -- The third phase of double-blind clinical trial of Iranian-Cuban COVID-19 vaccine started in central Iranian city on Monday in presence of Minister of Health and Medical Education Saeed Namaki.
Iran blasts U.S. sanctions for hindering its vaccine campaign People's Daily 26 Apr 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif on Sunday criticized unilateral sanctions by the U.S. for having an adverse impact on Iran's vaccination campaign.
Top Iranian vaccine manufacturer importing equipment to scale up production Press TV 26 Apr 2021 -- Iran's SETAD has taken delivery of a second batch of equipment needed for mass production for its Coviran Barekat coronavirus vaccine as the industrial conglomerate plans to scale up manufacturing to 25 million doses per month.
Foreign Ministry: Zarif quotes taken out of context, do not reflect official stance Press TV 26 Apr 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman says Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif's remarks leaked on Sunday have been taken out of context, adding they were part of a classified discussion that was "illegally" published, and by no means reflected the official stance of the Islamic Republic.
JCPOA Joint Commission Meeting to be held on April 27 IRNA 26 Apr 2021 -- The JCPOA Joint Commission Meeting will be held in Vienna tomorrow (April 27).
Rouhani: World has no choice but to reach an agreement with Iran and lift sanctions IRNA 26 Apr 2021 -- President Hassan Rouhani on Monday referred to the talks on reviving Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action in Vienna and said that Vienna negotiations show Iran's power and the world has accepted that there is no other way but to agree with Iran and lift sanctions today and this is a great success for the Iranian people.
Removal of all sanctions is national demand IRNA 26 Apr 2021 -- Iran's Judiciary Chief announced Monday that national demand is removal of all sanctions, and verification of the end to the sanctions as well.
FM spox: Iranian negotiators in Vienna to attend JCPOA joint commission IRNA 26 Apr 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh said on Monday that Iranian delegation has arrived in Vienna to participate in the JCPOA joint commission meeting.
Iran still has serious differences in Vienna talks: Khatibzadeh ISNA 26 Apr 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman announced that Iranian negotiating delegation has departed for Vienna on Monday to attend the JCPOA joint commission meeting.
World admits to failure of US economic war against Iran: President Rouhani Press TV 26 Apr 2021 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says the whole world has admitted that the economic war launched by the United States against Iran has failed thanks to the resistance of the Iranian people.
British-Iranian Aid Worker Gets Another Year In Iran Prison RFE/RL 26 Apr 2021 -- The lawyer of British-Iranian aid worker Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe says she has been sentenced to another year in prison in Iran and given a one-year ban on leaving the country, in what London called a "totally inhumane" decision.
Iran's IRGC Vessels Harass US Ships in Persian Gulf - Reports Sputnik 26 Apr 2021 -- Boats from Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps harassed US Coast Guard ships earlier this month in the Persian Gulf, the first such altercation in a year, the Wall Street Journal reported on Monday.
COVID-19 kills 454 more people in Iran IRNA 25 Apr 2021 -- Some 454 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 69,574, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Sunday.
Iranian vaccine effective against UK variant, says scientist IRNA 25 Apr 2021 -- Minoo Mohraz, celebrated scientist in Iran's Coronavirus Task Force, said on Sunday that studies suggested Iran's COV-Iran Barekat coronavirus vaccine worked against UK variant as well.
Iran offers to help COVID-19 disaster in India IRNA 25 Apr 2021 -- Iranian Health Minister Saeed Namaki said in a letter on Sunday to his Indian counterpart Harsh Vardhan that Iran is ready to supply India with any kind of assistance required to rein in the new wave of COVID-19.
Iran will share know-how with neighboring states in phase 3 of COVIran Barakat vaccine trial IRNA 25 Apr 2021 -- Iran will share know-how with the neighboring states in phase 3 of the clinical trial for the first Iranian coronavirus vaccine, COVIran Barakat, an official says.
Iran begins coronavirus vaccine mass production IRNA 25 Apr 2021 -- Head of Iran's Executive Office of Imam Khomeini's Order said on Sunday that Barekat Foundation has started mass production of its COV-Iran Barekat vaccine and would produce 12 million doses in three months.
Iran begins Phase 3 of human trial of Barekat COVID-19 vaccine IRNA 25 Apr 2021 -- Phase three of human trial of Barekat vaccine – COV-Iran Barekat – began in a ceremony on Sunday.
Iranian-made COVIran up to 70% effective against coronavirus Press TV 25 Apr 2021 -- The Iranian-made vaccine, COVIran, kick-started the third human trial phase, after proving safe and effective against the virus in previous trials.
Iran launches 3rd stage in human trial of COVIran vaccine Press TV 25 Apr 2021 -- Iran has launched the third stage in the clinical trial of a vaccine produced by experts at the Headquarters for Executing the Order of Imam Khomeini (EOIK) against the COVID-19 disease.
Iran sympathizes with India as it grapples with dangerous COVID variant Press TV 25 Apr 2021 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif expresses Iran's solidarity with India as the subcontinent wrestles with an especially dangerous mutant version of the already heavily deadly COVID-19 virus.
Indian virus not seen in Iran IRNA 25 Apr 2021 -- Senior Iranian health official said on Sunday that no sign of Indian virus has been detected in Iran.
Iran flights to India, Pakistan suspended till further notice IRNA 25 Apr 2021 -- Iranian and foreign airlines flights to India and Pakistan were suspended till further notice due to the widespread Corona disease pandemic in those countries, according to the Secretary of Headquarters for Campaign against Corona Disease Babak Dinparast, after the interior minister and head of that headquarters issued the related order.
Iranian Army unveils homemade turbojet engine, new radar Press TV 25 Apr 2021 -- The Iranian Army Ground Force has unveiled seven domestically-developed high-tech military achievements, including air defense systems, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and electronic warfare devices.
Iran's Army unveils new defense, combat achievements ISNA 25 Apr 2021 -- Iran unveiled new defense and combat achievements of Army Ground Forces on Sunday.
Defense chief warns enemies about Iran's military power Press TV 25 Apr 2021 -- Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami sounds a strong warning aimed at Iran's enemies, including the United States and Israel, about the power that is wielded by the country's military forces.
Araghchi: Iran to resume JCPOA commitments after sanctions lifted IRNA 25 Apr 2021 -- Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Abbas Araghchi said in Vienna on Sunday that all sanctions must be lifted, after that Iran will return to its Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) commitments.
Top negotiator: Iran will not allow attritional talks in Vienna, will exit if other sides not serious Press TV 25 Apr 2021 -- Iran's top negotiator in Vienna talks on the revival of the 2015 nuclear deal says Tehran will not allow negotiations to take long, and will leave the talks if it feels the other parties lack seriousness and only seek to buy time or wish to add other issues to the talks.
Parliament speaker's advisor: Verification of US sanctions removal by Iran takes at least 3-6 months Press TV 25 Apr 2021 -- An advisor to Iranian Parliament speaker says if Iran and the US reach an agreement on the removal of all sanctions through the ongoing Vienna talks, it would take Tehran at least 3-6 months to verify the US measure and make sure that sanctions have been really removed.
In vetting presidential candidates, Iran's Constitutional Council 'does not consider electability' Press TV 25 Apr 2021 -- Iran's Constitutional Council, the body tasked with vetting candidates hoping to contest general elections, says it does not consider individuals' chances of getting elected, as names pop up of people planning to run in the 2021 presidential race.
Interior Ministry official: Iran presidential election to be held on time with no delay Press TV 25 Apr 2021 -- Head of the Iranian Interior Ministry's Election Commission says the government and the Interior Ministry have no plan to delay the forthcoming presidential election and polls will open on schedule on June 18.
Rouhani warns Iran could see worst of COVID if Indian variant hits Press TV 24 Apr 2021 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has called for increased restrictions on travel and movement as he warns the country could be hit by the worst of the coronavirus crisis with the arrival of the Indian variant of the virus.
COVID-19 claims 374 lives in Iran over past 24 hours IRNA 24 Apr 2021 -- Some 374 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 69,120, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Saturday.
President calls for precautionary measures against Indian virus variant IRNA 24 Apr 2021 -- President Hassan Rouhani on Saturday ordered the eastern provincial officials to take precautionary measures against Indian variant of the coronavirus.
Iran bans flights from/to India, Pakistan ISNA 24 Apr 2021 -- Iran will ban flights from and to India and Pakistan as of Sunday due to the outbreak of the mutated coronavirus in the two countries, Civil Aviation authority spokesman Mohammad Hassan Zibakhsh announced on Saturday.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards Says Three Alleged 'Terrorists' Killed In Southeast RFE/RL 24 Apr 2021 -- Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) said on April 24 that they had dismantled a "terrorist" cell linked to the Islamic republic's enemies and killed three of its members in the country's southeast.
IRGC kills terrorists in southeastern Iran IRNA 24 Apr 2021 -- The Ground Force of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) got involved in fighting with a terrorist group killing three of its members in southeastern Iran.
IRGC destroys terrorist team in southeast Iran, confiscates weapons, ammunition Press TV 24 Apr 2021 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) forces have destroyed a team of terrorists in the southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan.
Iranian TV Says Attacked Oil Tanker Was Iranian RFE/RL 24 Apr 2021 -- Iran's Al-Alam television said an oil tanker that was reportedly attacked on April 24 near Baniyas in Syria was one of three Iranian tankers that arrived recently at the oil terminal.
COVID-19 claims 380 lives in Iran over past 24 hours IRNA 23 Apr 2021 -- Some 380 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 68,746, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Friday.
Government focusing on providing COVID-19 vaccines from abroad IRNA 23 Apr 2021 -- The head of the Iranian President's Office Mahmoud Vaezi said that the first priority of the Iranian government is to supply the required vaccines from abroad.
Change in method of enriching uranium to 60pc based on pre-scheduled plan IRNA 23 Apr 2021 -- Iran's Ambassador to the Vienna-based international organizations Kazem Gharibabadi says that change in method of enriching 60-percent uranium is based on a pre-scheduled plan.
FM spox: Iran has already provided detailed answers to IAEA IRNA 23 Apr 2021 -- The spokesman for Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs Saeed Khatibzadeh said the recent talks between Iran-IEAE talks came in continuation of previous ones and stressed that Iran has already provided detailed and inclusive answers to the nuclear watchdog body so that the IAEA could sump up them in its reports.
Official: Iran imports 6th batch of Russia's Sputnik V IRNA 22 Apr 2021 -- The spokesman for the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Kianoush Jahanpour on Thursday said that Iran received the 6th batch of Russia's Sputnik V vaccine today.
COVID-19 kills 453 more people in Iran IRNA 22 Apr 2021 -- Some 453 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 68,366, Iran's Health Ministry said on Thursday.
Iran Conducts Test Flights of 'Suicide' Drone - Video Sputnik 22 Apr 2021 -- Earlier, Iran's Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) released precise drone footage of what it claimed was a US Navy aircraft carrier in the Persian Gulf.
Spokesman: Temporary agreement not on agenda of Vienna talks, Iran does not want lengthy negotiations Press TV 22 Apr 2021 -- The spokesman for Iran's Foreign Ministry says achieving a temporary agreement on how to revive Iran's nuclear deal with world powers has never been on the agenda of the ongoing talks between Tehran and other signatories to the deal, officially known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
IAEA: Iran installs advanced centrifuges at nuclear site hit by sabotage operation Press TV 22 Apr 2021 -- The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has reportedly confirmed that Iran has installed extra advanced centrifuges at its Natanz nuclear facility, which was hit by an act of sabotage earlier this month.
Iran Installs Advanced Uranium Enrichment Centrifuges in Natanz, Reports Say Sputnik 22 Apr 2021 -- Iran has been partly violating the terms of its nuclear agreement, known as the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) after it was abandoned by the US in 2018. Tehran and the European parties to the deal held negotiations to revive the JCPOA, but Washington has so far refused to remove sanctions from the Iranian economy.
Briefing with Senior State Department Official On Recent U.S. Engagement in Vienna Regarding the JCPOA US Dept. of State 21 Apr 2021
Iran pays $30m from money blocked in S Korea to buy COVID-19 vaccine IRNA 21 Apr 2021 -- The head of the Iran-South Korea Joint Chamber of Commerce told IRNA on Wednesday that 30 million dollars from Iran's approximately seven billion dollars blocked in South Korea has been paid to purchase the COVID-19 vaccine.
Official: 8 million Iranians to be vaccinated against COVID-19 soon IRNA 21 Apr 2021 -- The spokesman for the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Kianoush Jahanpour said on Saturday that 8 million Iranians will be vaccinated against Coronavirus in the second phase.
Iran embassy receives 6th 'Sputnik V' consignment IRNA 21 Apr 2021 -- The Iranian Embassy in Moscow received the fifth consignment of 'Sputnik V' vaccine on Wednesday which includes 620,000 doses.
COVID-19 kills 388 more people in Iran IRNA 21 Apr 2021 -- Some 388 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 67,913 Iran's Health Ministry announced on Wednesday.
Iran, Pakistan open third border crossing in 'historic achievement' Press TV 21 Apr 2021 -- Iran and Pakistan have opened their third official border crossing with the aim of facilitating business and trade exchanges and creating new job opportunities for their border residents.
U.S. Withdrawal From Afghanistan Could Bring Iran Opportunities, Threats RFE/RL 21 Apr 2021 -- The announced withdrawal of U.S. forces from Afghanistan will grant Iran one of its biggest wishes and lead to the departure of all foreign forces, which Tehran has long blamed for insecurity in the region.
Iran's Rouhani welcomes cooperation with Pakistan on helping Afghan peace process Press TV 21 Apr 2021 -- President Hassan Rouhani has expressed Iran's readiness to promote cooperation with Pakistan in helping the peace process in Afghanistan.
EU focusing on success of Iran nuclear talks IRNA 21 Apr 2021 -- European Union's foreign policy spokesman Peter Stano said on Wednesday that Europe was focusing on success of the nuclear talks between Iran and the 4+1.
Rouhani calls on implementation of existing JCPOA deal IRNA 21 Apr 2021 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani said on Wednesday that the solution to Iran's nuclear issue is the implementation of the existing JCPOA, no more and no less.
Disputes between Iran, IAEA to be resolved amid constructive, unpolitical atmosphere: Araghchi ISNA 21 Apr 2021 -- Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Seyyed Abbas Araghchi stressed that the disputes between Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will be resolved amid a constructive and unpolitical atmosphere.
Iran doesn't want JCPOA+: President Rouhani ISNA 21 Apr 2021 -- Iran's President said that in the negotiations to revive the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), we want the implementation of the same JCPOA, not a word less and not a word more, and we do not want JCPOA+, adding, "Today, everyone knows that the only solution to this problem is the full implementation of the nuclear deal".
JCPOA Joint Commission holds another plenary meeting in Vienna ISNA 21 Apr 2021 -- The Joint Commission of the 2015 nuclear deal, officially known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), held another plenary meeting on Tuesday afternoon at the Grand Hotel of Vienna, and finally decided to continue the talks next week.
Iran nuclear negotiator says Vienna talks "progressive" despite difficulties People's Daily 21 Apr 2021 -- Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said Tuesday that the latest round of the talks in Vienna are "progressive" despite "the existing difficulties."
Rouhani: Iran wants full implementation of JCPOA, neither more nor less Press TV 21 Apr 2021 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says what Tehran is seeking through the ongoing talks in Vienna is the full implementation of the 2015 nuclear accord, neither more nor less.
Vienna talks: China reiterates call for removal of all relevant sanctions on Iran, third parties Press TV 21 Apr 2021 -- China has reiterated its call for the removal of all sanctions imposed on Iran and third parties, as negotiations to revive the 2015 Iran nuclear deal move ahead in the Austrian capital, Vienna.
Amnesty: Iran Among 18 Countries Carrying Out Executions During COVID-19 Pandemic RFE/RL 21 Apr 2021 -- Amnesty International says the use of the death penalty in 2020 was the lowest in at least a decade, though the "unprecedented challenges" of the COVID-19 pandemic were not enough to deter Iran and 17 other countries from carrying out executions last year.
CBI allocates $178 m to buy COVID-19 vaccines: CBI chief IRNA 20 Apr 2021 -- Central Bank of Iran (CBI) Governor Abdol-Nasser Hemmati said on Tuesday that $178 million has been allocated for 16.8 million doses of vaccines through the COVAX, formally known as the COVID-19 Vaccines Global Access Facility.
COVID-19 kills 395 more people in Iran IRNA 20 Apr 2021 -- Some 395 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 67,525 Iran's Health Ministry said on Tuesday.
President: Government aiming to carry national vaccination campaign IRNA 20 Apr 2021 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said on Tuesday that the Government is aiming to carry out national vaccination campaign.
Progress Made At Iran Nuclear Talks, But More 'Hard Work' Needed, EU Envoy Says RFE/RL 20 Apr 2021 -- Iran and world powers have made progress in talks to save their 2015 nuclear accord, but "much more hard work" is necessary to rescue the deal, a senior European Union official said on April 20.
Araghchi: Things proceeding under uttermost scrutiny IRNA 20 Apr 2021 -- Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Seyyed Abbas Araghchi said in Vienna on Tuesday that Iran will not permit anybody to turn nuclear talks to lingering, or tiring negotiations, but will not neglect sensitive issues due to too much rush. Everything is proceeding towards goal under close scrutiny, he stressed.
Meeting of the Joint Commission of JCPOA ends IRNA 20 Apr 2021 -- The Joint Commission of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) which started in Grand Hotel, Vienna, to discuss the results of two workgroups focusing on sanctions and nuclear issues, ended.
Iran nuclear negotiator rejects interim agreement IRNA 20 Apr 2021 -- Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Abbas Araghchi dismissed false reports released by Western media on interim agreement.
Iran neither accepts erosive dialogue nor accelerated one –Araghchi ISNA 20 Apr 2021 -- Responding to some false reports published in western media, Iran deputy Foreign Minister and the chairman of negotiating committee in Vienna, Seyyed Abbas Araghchi stressed, there is no discussion on the issue of 'temporary agreement' or similar issues in the talks between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the 4+1 group.
Iran rejects sequential lifting of sanctions; says bans must fully be removed: Informed source Press TV 20 Apr 2021 -- An informed source has told Press TV that Iran does not accept the sequential lifting of sanctions in the ongoing talks on the revival of 2015 nuclear deal and the bans must be removed altogether.
Iran has fully observed framework set by Leader during Vienna talks: President Rouhani Press TV 20 Apr 2021 -- President Hassan Rouhani says Iranian negotiators have completely observed the guidelines set by Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei for talks over the revival of the 2015 nuclear agreement.
Araqchi: Any diversion in Vienna talks will end Iran's participation Press TV 20 Apr 2021 -- Iran's top negotiator has warned that Tehran will stop participation in talks with the co-signatories to the 2015 nuclear as soon as the discussions underway in the Austrian capital, Vienna, stray from the right path and move toward excessive demands and killing time.
Iran says won't give concessions beyond JCPOA framework Press TV 20 Apr 2021 -- Iran's administration has rejected the possibility of giving concessions beyond those offered within the framework of the 2015 nuclear deal with major world states, as the diplomatic process continues in Vienna on the revival of the troubled agreement.
Rouhani: Vienna Talks Could See JCPOA Fully Restored Soon If US Acts With 'Honesty' Sputnik 20 Apr 2021 -- Senior diplomats from the US, Iran, Germany, France, Russia, China and the European Union have been holding meetings throughout April in a bid to map out a manner in which the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) can be fully restored. Talks nearly came to an abrupt end last week after an attack damaged Iran's Natanz nuclear facility.
Salehi: Power cables ok in Natanz, enrichment underway IRNA 20 Apr 2021 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Ali Akbar Salehi has announced that the power cables have already been connected to the grid in Natanz nuclear site and enrichment activities are underway there.
COVID-19 kills 398 more people in Iran IRNA 19 Apr 2021 -- Some 398 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 67,130, Iran's Health Ministry said on Monday.
Araqchi nixes notion of 'temporary agreement' amid JCPOA revival talks Press TV 19 Apr 2021 -- Iran's senior negotiator to underway talks aimed at potential revival of the 2015 nuclear deal between the Islamic Republic and world countries, roundly rejects the notion that the country could settle for any "temporary agreement" while taking part in the negotiations.
Iran says Vienna talks to progress if US abolishes Trump's failed legacy Press TV 19 Apr 2021 -- Iran says the ongoing Vienna talks will progress if the US abolishes former president Donald Trump's failed "maximum pressure" campaign against Iran and commits to its obligations under the 2015 nuclear deal.
Iran Says Vienna JCPOA Talks 'on Right Track', Will Return to Compliance Once Sanctions Lifted Sputnik 19 Apr 2021 -- Tehran also refused to directly confirm reported negotiations with Saudi Arabia aimed at mending diplomatic ties, which have been cut off since the execution of prominent Shia cleric Nimr al-Nimr in the kingdom and subsequent attacks on the Saudi Embassy in Tehran.
IRGC Quds Force deputy chief Gen. Hejazi passes away Press TV 19 Apr 2021 -- Deputy Chief of the IRGC Quds Force General Mohammad Hejazi has passed away after years of suffering from the effects of chemical weapons used during the Iraqi war of the 1980s on Iran, IRGC spokesman Ramazan Sharif says.
Top Iranian General Hejazi Dies At 65 RFE/RL 19 Apr 2021 -- A high-ranking general responsible for Iran's regional military activities and an architect of its repressive internal security apparatus has died.
IRGC Qods Force deputy commander passes away IRNA 18 Apr 2021 -- Deputy Commander of Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Qods Force Brigadier General Seyyed Mohammad Hossein Hejazi who was suffering from a heart disorder passed away on Sunday evening.
COVID-19 kills 405 more people in Iran IRNA 18 Apr 2021 -- Some 405 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 66,732 Iran's Health Ministry said on Sunday.
Iran's ground forces reach good achievements in missiles, drones production: Cmdr IRNA 18 Apr 2021 -- Commander of the ground force of the Iranian Army Brigadier-General Kiumars Heidari said on Sunday that the force has literally had great achievements in missiles, drones, electronic wars, armed vehicles, and smart vehicles.
Commander: Iran's Army fully ready to carry out missions IRNA 18 Apr 2021 -- Deputy Commander of the Iranian Army for Coordination Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari said on Sunday that the army of the Islamic Republic of Iran is fully prepared to carry out its missions.
Army's drone power trump card of Armed Forces: Cmdr IRNA 18 Apr 2021 -- Drones of Iranian Army are a power instrument and the trump card of the military forces, said Commander of Iran's Army Major-General Abdolrahim Mousavi.
Top commander: Unmanned aerial vehicles Iranian Army's trump card in any battle Press TV 18 Apr 2021 -- The chief commander of the Iranian Army says drones are now a substantial component of the Islamic Republic's Armed Forces and will be used in any battle if the need arises.
Iran Showcases Dozens of Domestically-Produced Drones During Annual Military Parade Sputnik 18 Apr 2021 -- Following the introduction of a UN ban on armaments' sales to the Islamic Republic, Tehran started to develop its own domestic defence industry. In terms of drones, Iran has reached significant heights since starting their development by trying to copy Israeli and American models.
Iran's military organs are aware of their responsibility: Rouhani IRNA 18 Apr 2021 -- President Hassan Rouhani said on Sunday that Iran's military organs thanks to the experience they acquired from the imposed war and the legacy of the Sacred Defense, are more professional than ever in understating their expedition and responsibility.
P4+1, Iran to continue nuclear talks IRNA 18 Apr 2021 -- The Joint Commission of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action including representatives of P4+1 (the UK, France, Russia, China plus Germany) will go ahead with consultations today (Sunday) at different levels.
Iran's national security depends on maintaining its territorial integrity which can be achieved through national unity ISNA 18 Apr 2021 -- Iranian President emphasized that the national security of Iran depends on the preservation of its territorial integrity and the preservation of its territorial integrity can be achieved only under the protection of Iran's national unity, and Iran's national unity can only be achieved through democracy.
Chinese envoy urges parties to Iran nuke deal to immediately start negotiating sanction-lifting formula People's Daily 18 Apr 2021 -- A Chinese envoy on Saturday urged all parties to the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, or the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), to immediately start negotiating the specific formula of sanction-lifting.
Rouhani: Sanctions removal world's chance for more economic cooperation with Iran Press TV 18 Apr 2021 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says the lifting of all US sanctions will create "a new atmosphere" for the Islamic Republic's economic cooperation with the world.
Iran Reportedly Builds New Structures at Parchin Complex Purportedly Involved in Missile R&D Sputnik 18 Apr 2021 -- In 2015, the facility was suspected of potentially being used in nuclear weapons research, but an IAEA mission led by the director-general and deputy director-general for safeguards found no solid evidence supporting these speculations.
Top Israeli general: 60% enrichment shows Iran's preparedness for attack Press TV 18 Apr 2021 -- The former head of military intelligence for the Israeli army says Iran's first ever launch of 60-percent uranium enrichment after a sabotage incident at Natanz last Sunday shows the country was prepared for the attack.
Qalibaf terms 60% enrichment as firm response to enemy's plot IRNA 18 Apr 2021 -- Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf said 60% enrichment of uranium is considered as a firm response to enemy's plot to weaken negotiations process and has brought about a power for negotiating team to be able to use it for lifting all sanctions.
Qalibaf: 60% enrichment Iran's decisive response to enemy's plot against JCPOA talks Press TV 18 Apr 2021 -- Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf says Iran's recent decision to start enriching uranium to 60 percent purity was a "decisive response" to a plot to undermine Tehran's position in Vienna talks.
Iran's Plans for 60% Uranium Enrichment Are 'Decisive Response' to Enemy's Plot, Lawmaker Says Sputnik 18 Apr 2021 -- Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf says Iran has now proved to be fully capable of making good on its promises with regard to nuclear activity in a really short time frame.
Envoy: IAEA verifies Iran's 60% enrichment IRNA 18 Apr 2021 -- Iran's ambassador to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Kazem Gharibabadi said on Sunday that IAEA has verified Iran's 60% uranium enrichment.
Ukraine tried to politicize 2020 plane crash amid tensions with Russia, says Iran official Press TV 18 Apr 2021 -- An informed official close to Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) says Ukraine has tried to politicize the January 2020 accidental downing of its passenger plane near Tehran in an attempt to mount pressure on Russia amid tensions between the two neighbors.
COVID-19 kills 319 more people in Iran IRNA 17 Apr 2021 -- Some 319 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 66,327 Iran's Health Ministry said on Saturday.
President: Lifestyle needs major shift to contain COVID-19 IRNA 17 Apr 2021 -- President Hassan Rouhani saaid on Saturday that lifestyle needs major shift to contain COVID-19 pandemic.
Rouhani: Iran to administer 1.4m coronavirus vaccine doses by Friday Press TV 17 Apr 2021 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says approximately 1.4 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccines will be administered in the country by Friday, in a bid to vaccinate high-risk groups.
Supreme Leader orders army to increase preparedness IRNA 17 Apr 2021 -- Supreme Leader of Islamic Revolution Aytollah Khamenei said on Saturday that the army of the Islamic Republic of Iran has always been ready for operation and it should keep increasing its preparedness.
Leader urges Iran's Army to boost readiness as much as needed Press TV 17 Apr 2021 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has issued a message ahead of the National Army Day, calling on the military to strengthen its preparedness as much as needed.
Iran Nuclear Talks Resume in Vienna VOA 17 Apr 2021 -- Iran's top negotiator at talks to rescue a nuclear deal said Saturday progress had been made but that much work remains to be done before a final agreement is reached.
Iran Nuclear Talks Make 'Progress' In Vienna RFE/RL 17 Apr 2021 -- Talks on Iran's contentious nuclear program have reportedly made progress, despite Tehran's announcement that it was increasing uranium-enrichment levels closer to weapons-grade levels.
EU envoy: JCPOA negotiations make progress IRNA 17 Apr 2021 -- Deputy Secretary-General of the European Union (EU) for Foreign Action Enrique Mora said that a review of the outcome of intensive negotiations on the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, aka JCPOA, shows that progress has been made.
Diplomats from Iran, P4+1 end Vienna nuclear negotiations, agree to continue talks, technical consultations Press TV 17 Apr 2021 -- Diplomats from the remaining parties to a landmark 2015 Iran nuclear deal have agreed to continue bilateral and multilateral negotiations as well as technical consultations within the next days.
US should have never pulled out of JCPOA: Biden Press TV 17 Apr 2021 -- US President Joe Biden has criticized his predecessor's policy on the Iran nuclear deal, saying Washington should have never pulled out of the agreement.
Biden Says Iranian Decision To Increase Uranium Enrichment To 60 Percent 'Not Helpful' RFE/RL 17 Apr 2021 -- U.S. President Joe Biden has called Iran's enrichment of uranium to 60 percent purity unhelpful but said the United States is "pleased" that Iran is still participating in indirect talks with Washington aimed at getting both countries back into compliance with the 2015 nuclear deal.
IAEA Confirms Iran Started Enriching Uranium Up to 60% Sputnik 17 Apr 2021 -- The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has confirmed that Iran started enriching uranium up to 60 percent, reaching its highest-ever level of enrichment, a spokesperson for the IAEA told Sputnik.
IAEA confirms Iran has started enriching uranium to 60% purity SPA 17 Apr 2021 -- Iran has started the process of enriching uranium to 60% fissile purity at its above-ground Pilot Fuel Enrichment Plant at Natanz, the U.N. nuclear watchdog said on Saturday, confirming earlier statements by Iranian officials, Reuters reported.
IAEA confirms Iran has started 60-percent uranium enrichment Press TV 17 Apr 2021 -- The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has verified that Iran has started enriching uranium up to 60-percent purity level, a measure the Islamic Republic had promised to take following an Israeli act of nuclear terrorism against it.
Report: Iran identifies culprit behind Natanz sabotage act; says he fled country before attack Press TV 17 Apr 2021 -- Iran's Intelligence Ministry has identified the culprit behind the recent act of sabotage at its Natanz nuclear facility, who had fled the country before the attack.
Iran Names Suspect In Natanz Centrifuge Attack RFE/RL 17 Apr 2021 -- Iranian state television has identified a suspect in an April 11 attack on the Natanz nuclear site that damaged centrifuges used to enrich uranium.
Iranian TV: Man Behind Recent Natanz Nuclear Facility Incident Identified Sputnik 17 Apr 2021 -- On Sunday, the Natanz nuclear site was hit by an attack, which was slammed by Tehran as an act of "nuclear terrorism". Just days after the incident, Iran announced it had managed to reach 60 percent uranium enrichment, in line with its previously announced plans.
Iran strongly rejects Ukraine position on 2020 plane crash ISNA 17 Apr 2021 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman categorically rejected remarks by the secretary of the National Security and Defence Council of Ukraine who, in an interview with Canadian media, claimed the 2020 Ukrainian plane crash in Iran was a deliberate act.
COVID-19 claims 328 lives in Iran over past 24 hours: Official IRNA 16 Apr 2021 -- Some 328 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 66,008, Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari announced on Friday.
Corona vaccination to reach 1.3 million doses next week: Minister IRNA 16 Apr 2021 -- Saeed Namaki, Iranian Health Minister, said on Friday that some 500,000 doses of corona vaccines have been administered in Iran and the number of vaccination will reach 1.3 million until the end of next week (next Thursday).
Iran FM: Taliban can't revive Afghan 'emirate,' must join inclusive peace talks Press TV 16 Apr 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the Taliban's plan for the revival of an "emirate" in Afghanistan is not viable, stressing the need for the militant group to engage instead in an all-inclusive diplomatic process aimed at achieving "broad-based" peace in the war-ravaged country.
Iran dismisses Ukraine official's claims on 2020 passenger jet tragedy Press TV 16 Apr 2021 -- Iran has dismissed a claim by Ukraine's security chief that the January 2020 downing of a Ukrainian plane near Tehran — which happened amid heightened military tensions between Iran and the US — was "intentional."
Army, IRGC guarantee security, tranquility in Iran: Top Commander IRNA 16 Apr 2021 -- Chief of Staff of Iran's Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Bagheri congratulated Islamic Republic of Iran Army Day, emphasizing that Army and the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) are guarantors of sustainable security and tranquility of the Islamic country.
Iran Says 60 Percent Enrichment 'Under Way' At Natanz Site RFE/RL 16 Apr 2021 -- Iranian officials say the country has begun enriching uranium up to 60 percent purity, higher than it has ever done before, despite ongoing talks between Tehran and world powers to revive the 2015 nuclear deal.
Iran begins 60 percent uranium enrichment: Salehi IRNA 16 Apr 2021 -- Head of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran Ali Akbar Salehi said on Friday that Iran has begun enriching uranium at 60 percent at the Natanz nuclear facility.
Iran achieves 60% uranium enrichment: Qalibaf IRNA 16 Apr 2021 -- Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf said in a Twitter message on Friday that Iranian scientists achieved enriching uranium to 60% purity.
Iran produces first batch of 60% enriched uranium Press TV 16 Apr 2021 -- Iran's scientists have managed to produce the country's first batch of 60-percent enriched uranium in Natanz days after a nuclear facility came under a terrorist attack, top officials say.
60% Uranium Enrichment Has Started at Natanz Facility, Iranian Nuclear Chief Salehi Says Sputnik 16 Apr 2021 -- Tehran announced earlier this month it would be boosting its uranium enrichment despite a blackout at the Natanz nuclear power plant that the Islamic Republic blamed on Israel.
New EU sanctions to undermine nuclear talks: Iran's top negotiator IRNA 16 Apr 2021 -- Iran's top nuclear negotiator Abbas Araghchi has warned that the imposition of so-called human rights sanctions on Iran by the European Union will weaken endeavors for pushing forward nuclear negotiations.
Parties to Iran nuclear deal should remove all disturbances, speed up talks: Chinese envoy People's Daily 16 Apr 2021 -- A Chinese envoy said Thursday that all parties to the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, or the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), should remove all disturbances and speed up the negotiation process to hash out an arrangement for the U.S. and Iran to resume compliance with the deal.
Sabotage, assassination of scientists cannot stop Iran's nuclear work: Official Press TV 16 Apr 2021 -- The Iranian president's chief of staff, Mahmoud Vaezi, says assassination of Iran's scientists and acts of sabotage will fail to stop the Islamic Republic's peaceful nuclear program.
Israel Warns It Will Do 'Whatever It Takes' to Prevent Iran From Obtaining Nuclear Weapons Sputnik 16 Apr 2021 -- The speaker of the Iranian parliament announced earlier today that the country had reached its goal to produce uranium enriched to 60 percent. The objective was announced just days after an incident involving the electricity distribution network at the Natanz nuclear facility, which Tehran blamed on Israel.
FM Zarif: Iran to seriously refrain from negotiations for sake of negotiations Press TV 16 Apr 2021 -- Iran's foreign minister has ruled out talks over the 2015 nuclear agreement for the sake of talks, saying the timing and duration of the negotiations are determined only by national interests.
Iran buys 60 million doses Sputnik V COVID-19 vaccine IRNA 15 Apr 2021 -- Iranian Ambassador in Moscow Kazem Jalali said on Thursday that Iran bought 60 million doses of the Sputnik V COVID-19 vaccine from Russia.
400k doses of Sinopharm COVID-19 vaccine arrives in Iran: Official IRNA 15 Apr 2021 -- The spokesman of Customs Administration of Iran said on Thursday that the shipment of 400 thousand doses of COVID-19 vaccine has arrived at Imam Khomeini Airport in Tehran.
COVID-19 kills 321 more people in Iran IRNA 15 Apr 2021 -- Some 321 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 65,680 Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Thursday.
Mass production of Iran's Razi-Cov Pars Covid19 Vaccines to come in late August IRNA 15 Apr 2021 -- Razi Vaccine and Serum Research Institute, a coronavirus vaccine producer in Iran, said Thursday that mass production of its Cov Pars COVID-19 vaccine would come in late August.
Iran Signs Deal To Buy 60 Million Sputnik Vaccine Doses From Russia RFE/RL 15 Apr 2021 -- Iran's ambassador to Moscow says Tehran has signed a contract with Russia to purchase 60 million doses of the Sputnik V COVID-19 vaccine.
Iranian Opposition Group Members Charged In Denmark With Financing Terrorist Activity RFE/RL 15 Apr 2021 -- Denmark's public prosecutor has charged three members of an Iranian Arab opposition group with financing and supporting terrorist activity in Iran and aiding Saudi intelligence services.
Iran's strong naval presence thwarts threats to territorial waters: Cmdr. Press TV 15 Apr 2021 -- Navy Commander Rear Admiral Hossein Khanzadi says the enemies of Iran do not dare violate the country's territorial waters thanks to the powerful presence of the naval forces of the Army and the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) in international waters.
Iran Nuclear Talks End In Vienna Under Shadow Of Alleged Sabotage RFE/RL 15 Apr 2021 -- Talks to revive the Iran nuclear deal ended in Vienna amid renewed tensions as Tehran prepares to ramp up uranium enrichment following an alleged sabotage attack on the country's main nuclear site.
Iran not after talks of attrition: Deputy FM IRNA 15 Apr 2021 -- The head of the negotiations team of Iran in Vienna nuclear talks between Iran and 4+1 said on Thursday that Tehran is not after time-consuming talks of attrition.
Iran chief negotiator says Tehran not seeking protracted negotiations, rejects talks for sake of talks Press TV 15 Apr 2021 -- Iranian chief nuclear negotiator says Tehran does not seek protracted negotiations on the fate of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), or the Iran nuclear deal, warning that the country would take action if the talks are not constructive.
Iran's top leader insists U.S. lifts sanctions first to revive nuclear deal People's Daily 15 Apr 2021 -- Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Wednesday reiterated Tehran's position that U.S. sanctions must be lifted before Iran returns to its compliance with the 2015 deal, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Iran FM: Biden only committed to Trump's 'maximum pressure', as Iran sticks to diplomacy Press TV 15 Apr 2021 -- Iran has criticized the administration of US President Joe Biden for casting doubt on Tehran's seriousness in pursuing diplomacy while it has itself persisted with the failed "maximum pressure" campaign initiated by former president, Donald Trump.
Iran's deputy FM: EU's new so-called rights sanctions JCPOA-related, meant to undermine JCPOA talks Press TV 15 Apr 2021 -- Iran's deputy foreign minister for political affairs says the Iranian delegation took the European countries to task during Thursday talks on the 2015 Iran nuclear deal for imposing so-called right-related bans and ignoring a recent terrorist attack on an Iranian nuclear site, saying the new sanctions are meant to undermine talks on the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) and the deal altogether.
President downgrades US, EU concern about Iran's 60% uranium enrichment IRNA 15 Apr 2021 -- President Hassan Rouhani on Thursday downgraded the US and EU concern about 60% uranium enrichment by Iran.
Rouhani rejects US, EU 'concerns' about Iran's 60% enrichment level Press TV 15 Apr 2021 -- President Hassan Rouhani has rejected the "concerns" of the Europeans and the United States about Iran's recent decision to start enriching uranium to 60-percent purity, saying the two sides have a false perception of Tehran's latest remedial step away from the 2015 nuclear deal.
Iran Capable of Enriching Uranium to 90% But Not for Creating Nuclear Weapons, Rouhani Says Sputnik 15 Apr 2021 -- Tehran is capable of bringing the level of uranium enrichment to 90 percent but not for the purpose of creating nuclear weapons, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said on Thursday.
Iran rolls out major gas processing project in south Press TV 15 Apr 2021 -- Iran has launched a major refinery to process the natural gas extracted from its major gas fields in the south.
COVID-19 kills 304 more people in Iran IRNA 14 Apr 2021 -- Some 304 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 65,359 Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Wednesday.
Jahanpour: Two European countries apply for Iranian corona vaccine IRNA 14 Apr 2021 -- The spokesman for the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Kianoush Jahanpour has said that five countries including two European countries ask for Iranian Corona vaccine so far.
Iran to launch second phase of vaccinations against COVID in early May Press TV 14 Apr 2021 -- A senior Iranian health ministry official says a second phase of vaccinations against COVID-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus pandemic, would begin across the country in early May.
Incident At Natanz Complicates Attempts To Revive Iranian Nuclear Deal RFE/RL 14 Apr 2021 -- An alleged act of sabotage against a key Iranian nuclear site appears to have complicated newly launched negotiations aimed at reviving the 2015 nuclear deal.
European Powers Slam Iran For 'Dangerous' Enrichment Move RFE/RL 14 Apr 2021 -- The Western European powers who are party to the Iran nuclear deal have expressed "grave concern" over Tehran's announcement that it will start enriching uranium up to 60 percent purity.
Iran to start uranium enrichment up to 60%: E3 statement UK FCDO 14 Apr 2021 -- The governments of France, Germany and the United Kingdom respond to Iran's announcement that it will start uranium enrichment up to 60%.
Iranian President Says Higher Enrichment Decision is Response to Nuclear Facility Attack VOA 14 Apr 2021 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said Wednesday that his country's decision to enrich uranium up to 60% purity is in response to the sabotage attack that damaged the nation's Natanz nuclear site.
Rouhani: 60% enrichment Iran's response to enemies' malicious acts Press TV 14 Apr 2021 -- President Hassan Rouhani says Iran's decision to start enriching uranium to 60 percent purity — which followed a suspected Israeli act of sabotage at an Iranian nuclear site — was a response to the "malicious acts" perpetrated by the enemies of the Islamic Republic.
60% enrichment, response to enemy's evils: Rouhani IRNA 14 Apr 2021 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said on Wednesday that the fact that Iran has announced will activate IR6 centrifuges in Natanz nuclear site and will enrich uranium up to 60% are responding to the evils of the enemies.
Iran's 60% enrichment a response to malice: President Rouhani ISNA 14 Apr 2021 -- The President called Iran's move to begin 60% enrichment a response to the Zionist Regime's nuclear terrorism and said, "Iran's 60% enrichment was a response to malice. You cannot commit a crime. If you do, we will cut your hands. By replacing IR6 centrifuges with IR1 and 60% enrichment, we cut your both hands".
Iran plans to start 60-pct uranium enrichment: media People's Daily 14 Apr 2021 -- Iran has informed the International Atomic Energy Agency of its plan to enrich uranium at 60-percent purity following the attack on its Natanz nuclear facility, Iranian news network Press TV reported Tuesday, citing Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi.
Iran says using advanced centrifuges to produce 60% uranium by next week Press TV 14 Apr 2021 -- Iran says it has already started work to use IR-4 and IR-6 centrifuges in Natanz for enriching uranium to the level of 60 percent and that it expects the product to be ready next week.
New centrifuges to replace old ones in Natanz by early May: MP IRNA 14 Apr 2021 -- A member of the National Security and Foreign Policy Commission of Majlis said on Wednesday that the new centrifuges will replace the old ones in Natanz nuclear site by early May.
Natanz Nuclear Facility to move forward with utmost speed: AEOI ISNA 14 Apr 2021 -- Pointing to the recent terror act in Natanz facility demonstrates the frustration of the enemies, the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) stressed Natanz Fuel Enrichment Plant will move forward with utmost speed towards the set targets.
Israeli regime behind Natanz site sabotage: Vaezi IRNA 14 Apr 2021 -- Chief of Staff of Presidential Office Mahmoud Vaezi said on Wednesday that the Israeli regime was behind sabotage act in Natanz nuclear site, adding that such measure drove Iran to IR6 centrifuge chain and 60-percent enrichment.
Tehran Urges IAEA to Take Action to Prevent Incidents Like One at Natanz Nuclear Plant Sputnik 14 Apr 2021 -- Iran has called on the International Atomic Energy Agency to take effective measures against actions of states such as the alleged involvement of Israel in an accident at the Natanz nuclear facility, Iranian Permanent Representative to the UN in Vienna, Kazem Gharib Abadi, said in a letter to Director General Rafael Grossi.
Leader warns against protracted talks on reviving Iran nuclear deal Press TV 14 Apr 2021 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has warned against protracted talks aimed at reviving the 2015 nuclear deal, reiterating that Iran will only return to its commitments under the accord once it has verified that all US sanctions have been removed.
Leader: Sanctions must be lifted first; then we'll carry out our commitments IRNA 14 Apr 2021 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei stressed here on Wednesday that "Sanctions must be lifted first; then we'll carry out our commitments."
US Proposals on JCPOA Unworthy of Consideration, Iranian Supreme Leader Says Sputnik 14 Apr 2021 -- Proposals advanced by Washington on the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) do not deserve to be considered, Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei said on Wednesday.
Sanctions, sabotage not to help U.S. as negotiating tools: Iranian FM People's Daily 14 Apr 2021 -- U.S. officials should understand that neither sanctions nor acts of sabotage on Iran's nuclear facility will work in their favor at the ongoing nuclear talks, Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Tuesday.
Russian FM says all U.S. sanctions against Iran must be removed People's Daily 14 Apr 2021 -- Visiting Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said here on Tuesday that all the U.S. sanctions against Iran should be removed unconditionally, according to official IRNA news agency.
New EU sanctions may hamper JCPOA revival IRNA 14 Apr 2021 -- New sanctions by the European Union on some Iranian officials and entities breach the international law and could leave impacts on the current talks to revive the nuclear deal in Vienna.
Iran expresses objection to EU illegal moves IRNA 14 Apr 2021 -- Iran expressed its strong objection to EU's illegal act in imposing human rights sanctions against a number of Iranian officials and foundations in a meeting between an Iranian diplomat with the Portuguese ambassador to Tehran.
Iranian President stresses importance of resolving regional issues through dialogue ISNA 14 Apr 2021 -- Welcoming Qatari government's position on regional issues, Iran's President stressed the need to resolve regional issues and crises including the Yemeni crisis through dialogue, calling the presence of Zionist Regime in the region dangerous, saying, "The only successful way to ensure security, peace and stability in the region is resolving issues peacefully, responsibility and taking into account the collective interests. We believe that militarism can't resolve regional issues".
Five countries demand to buy COVIran Barekat vaccine IRNA 13 Apr 2021 -- The chairman of Executive Office of Imam Khomeini's Order said that at least two European and three regional countries have written and persistently demanded to purchase the Iranian COVID-19 vaccine (COVIran Barekat).
COVID-19 kills 291 more people in Iran IRNA 13 Apr 2021 -- Some 291 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 65,055, Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Tuesday.
Iran to initiate mass production of COVID vaccines next week IRNA 13 Apr 2021 -- Chairman of Executive Office of Imam Khomeini's Order said on Tuesday that Barekat Foundation will start mass production of COVID-19 vaccines next week from April 21.
Iran reports 23,311 new COVID-19 cases; Iraq receives 2nd batch of China-donated vaccines People's Daily 13 Apr 2021 -- Iran on Monday reported 23,311 new COVID-19 cases, taking the country's total infections to 2,093,452. Meanwhile, Iraq received the second batch of COVID-19 vaccines donated by China on Sunday.
Press TV reports: Iran deal remedial steps to remarkably increase after nuclear sabotage Press TV 13 Apr 2021 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman tells Press TV that Iran's remedial measures taken in retaliation for the United States' unilateral withdrawal from the 2015 Iran nuclear deal and re-imposition of sanctions will "remarkably increase" after the recent act of sabotage against a nuclear facility in the country.
Withdrawal of US forces from Iraq will promote regional security: Iran defense chief Press TV 13 Apr 2021 -- Iran's Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami says the pullout of American troops from Iraq under a law adopted by the parliament of the Arab country will contribute to the establishment of peace and security of Iraq and the whole region.
Iran Threatens To Boost Level Of Uranium Enrichment After 'Attack' On Nuclear Site RFE/RL 13 Apr 2021 -- Iran has warned that it will start enriching uranium up to 60 percent purity, two days after an alleged sabotage attack on the country's main Natanz nuclear site that it blamed on archenemy Israel.
Iran Hopes to Get 60% Uranium Next Week, Envoy in Vienna Says Sputnik 13 Apr 2021 -- Earlier, reports surfaced that Iran would being raising its uranium enrichment levels to 60% as the Middle Eastern nation was moving toward introducing 1,000 more centrifuges to its Natanz nuclear site.
Iran to Introduce 1,000 More Centrifuges at Natanz Nuclear Site, Raises Uranium Enrichment to 60% Sputnik 13 Apr 2021 -- The news comes as Tehran's intends to increase its nuclear activity in the wake of a reported sabotage attack on its Natanz nuclear plant.
Iran to start 60% enrichment tonight: Nuclear spokesman IRNA 13 Apr 2021 -- The spokesman of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) said on Tuesday that the preliminaries of 60% uranium enrichment starts tonight in Shahid Ahmadi Roshan Nuclear site in Natanz.
Iran's envoy to IAEA: Enrichment at Natanz nuclear facility not halted Press TV 13 Apr 2021 -- Iran's permanent representative to Vienna-based international organizations has stressed that despite an act of sabotage, enrichment at the safeguarded nuclear facility in Natanz has not stopped.
Iran's parliament discusses Ministry of Intelligence report on Natanz incident IRNA 13 Apr 2021 -- A rapporteur for the Iranian parliament's internal affairs commission Ali Haddadi said on Tuesday that Iran's Parliamentary Councils Commission discussed the Ministry of Intelligence report on the Natanz incident.
Nuclear terrorism and Iran's proportionate reprisal IRNA 13 Apr 2021 -- The recent terrorist operation by the Zionist regime at Natanz nuclear facility is a projection to hide the regime's internal calamities and shows their undeniable panic over the revival of the 2015 Iran nuclear deal; so, the Islamic Republic will definitely respond to such adventurism, the response would be in appropriate time and area to get the initiative out of hands of the Israeli occupying regime.
Natanz sabotage aimed to derail diplomacy: Gov't spox IRNA 13 Apr 2021 -- Government spokesman Ali Rabiei said on Tuesday that the sabotage act in Natanz nuclear facility was aimed at preventing constructive diplomacy, adding that Iran was committed to reciprocate proportionally in appropriate time.
Deliberate targeting of Natanz Fuel Enrichment Plant constitutes war crime: Zarif ISNA 13 Apr 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif in a letter to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres stressed that the deliberate targeting of Natanz Fuel Enrichment Plant—with the high risk of potential release of radioactive material—constitutes a grave war crime that must not go unpunished. Here is the full text of Zarif's letter to UN Secretary-General:
Zarif writes letter to UN Sec Gen on nuclear terrorism IRNA 13 Apr 2021 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif in a series if twits addressed to the UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres informed him about the terrorist attacks and cased destruction in Iran's Natanz Nuclear Enrichment Complex.
Nuclear terrorism is not way to deal with Iran: Zarif ISNA 13 Apr 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Minister referred to EU recent action in imposing sanctions on a number of Iranian officials, saying "In recent years, European Union by failing to fulfill its obligations and succumbing to US pressure has shown that it is gradually losing its relevance in international relations".
Iran says Israel behind sabotage at nuclear facility to disrupt Vienna talks People's Daily 13 Apr 2021 -- Iran on Monday accused Israel of plotting an incident at an Iranian nuclear facility to disrupt Iran's efforts to have U.S. sanctions lifted in the recent Vienna nuclear talks.
U.S. not involved in Iran nuclear facility incident: White House People's Daily 13 Apr 2021 -- The White House said on Monday that the United States was not involved in a recent attack on Iran's Natanz nuclear facility.
Zarif: US must remove sanctions without stopping implementation of commitments IRNA 13 Apr 2021 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif on Tuesday said that the US must lift all the imposed sanctions without stopping the implementation of its obligations.
Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's statement and answers to media questions at a joint news conference following talks with Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Javad Zarif, Tehran, April 13, 2021 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 13 Apr 2021
Russia says all sanctions on Iran should remove quickly IRNA 13 Apr 2021 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said here on Tuesday that all sanctions on Iran have to be lifted with no waste of time.
Moscow, Tehran cooperating closely to ensure JCPOA fully implemented: Lavrov Press TV 13 Apr 2021 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov says Moscow is closely cooperating with Tehran in order to ensure that the 2015 Iran nuclear deal will get back on track and be fully implemented.
Iran condemns EU's move to blacklist Iranian officials, bodies ISNA 13 Apr 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman condemned the European Union for putting the names of several Iranian officials and institutions on its human rights sanctions list.
EU sanctions on Iran undermine Vienna talks on saving nuclear deal: Russia FM Press TV 13 Apr 2021 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has condemned the European Union for imposing sanctions on Iran at a time when Tehran and the signatories to the 2015 nuclear deal are engaged in a diplomatic process in Vienna to save the troubled agreement.
Israeli PM says not to allow Iran to obtain nuclear weapons People's Daily 13 Apr 2021 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Monday that Israel will never allow Iran to obtain nuclear weapons.
South Korean PM says Iran's frozen money should be quickly released Press TV 13 Apr 2021 -- South Korea's Prime Minister Chung Sye-kyun has affirmed that the country should "quickly" return billions of dollars of frozen money to Iran as tensions between the two countries ease.
Iran completing plant to scale up production for main COVID vaccine candidate Press TV 12 Apr 2021 -- A major Iranian factory being prepared to scale up manufacturing of the country's main coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccine candidate is almost there as authorities vow the plant would reach a production capacity of 12-15 million doses per month in early summer.
COVID-19 kills 274 more people in Iran IRNA 12 Apr 2021 -- Some 274 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 64,764, Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Sunday.
US Defense Secretary Meets with Israelis on Iran VOA 12 Apr 2021 -- U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is in Israel Monday, meeting with Israeli officials about Iran. The meeting comes as a power failure at the Iranian nuclear site of Natanz reportedly caused massive damage to Iranian centrifuges. Iranian officials blamed Israel and threatened to avenge the attack.
Rapid expulsion of US forces boosts stability in Iraq: Iran's top security official Press TV 12 Apr 2021 -- The secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) says speeding up the expulsion of American forces from Iraq will help boost stability in the country.
Iran Blames Israel For Suspected Sabotage At Nuclear Facility, Vows Revenge RFE/RL 12 Apr 2021 -- Iran has vowed to take "revenge" for an alleged act of sabotage at its main Natanz nuclear site that it blames on its archenemy Israel, an incident that could overshadow diplomatic efforts to revive the 2015 nuclear deal abandoned by former U.S. President Donald Trump.
Iran urges EU to condemn attack against Natanz Nuclear Complex IRNA 12 Apr 2021 -- Iran's representative office in the EU on Monday urged the European Union to strongly condemn the pre-meditated terrorist attack against the Iranian peaceful nuclear facilities at Natanz Nuclear Complex, which is under the supervision of the international community.
Natanz nuclear site power outage problem solved: AEOI Chief IRNA 12 Apr 2021 -- Head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization Ali Akbar Salehi said on Monday that indications have been found that yesterday's incident in Natanz nuclear facility was an act of sabotage, but that the power outage caused by it has been solved.
Israel might be behind Natanz nuclear plant incident: FM spox IRNA 12 Apr 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh in his weekly press briefing on Monday hinted that Israel might be behind Natanz nuclear plant incident which happened yesterday.
Iran to take revenge on Zionist regime for Natanz incident: Khatibzadeh ISNA 12 Apr 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh stressed that what happened in Natanz Enrichment Facility on Sunday can't turn the country's nuclear industry backwards, because this knowledge has become an advanced indigenous knowledge inside the country, saying all centrifuges unplugged were old IR1 type and will be replaced by advanced machines.
Iran FM to UN chief: Deliberate targeting of nuclear facilities 'is a war crime' Press TV 12 Apr 2021 -- In a letter to the United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has strongly condemned the deliberate targeting of the Islamic Republic's safeguarded nuclear facilities as a "war crime."
'Natanz incident bold act of nuclear terrorism on Iranian soil' Press TV 12 Apr 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh says the Sunday incident in Natanz which saw a nuclear facility lose electricity was "a bold act of nuclear terrorism on the Iranian soil".
Iran's envoy to IAEA: Enrichment not halted in Natanz IRNA 12 Apr 2021 -- Iran's ambassador to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Kazem Qaribabadi emphasized on Monday that uranium enrichment at Iran's Natanz Nuclear Complex has not been halted.
Lavrov: Iran, Russia work closely to ensure full implementation of JCPOA IRNA 12 Apr 2021 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Monday said that Moscow and Tehran cooperate closely to make sure that the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action aka JCPOA be implemented fully.
EU, Russia, Germany warn against efforts to undermine nuclear talks after Natanz incident Press TV 12 Apr 2021 -- The European Union has warned against attempts to derail talks aimed at reviving a landmark 2015 nuclear deal signed between Iran and major world powers after a terrorist attack by Israel on Iran's Natanz nuclear site.
Iran condemns EU sanctions against 8 Iranian officials IRNA 12 Apr 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh here on Monday strongly condemned European Union's new sanctions against eight Iranian officials accusing them of human rights breachings.
Foreign Ministry spokesman: Iran mulls reciprocal sanctions on EU, suspends all talks with bloc Press TV 12 Apr 2021 -- The spokesman for Iran's Foreign Ministry says the Islamic Republic is considering counter-sanctions in response to new bans imposed on several Iranian individuals and entities by the European Union while suspending all talks with the bloc in various fields.
South Korea must take practical, immediate action to unfreeze Iran assets: Parliament speaker Press TV 12 Apr 2021 -- Iran's Parliament speaker says South Korea must take practical and immediate measures to solve the existing problem related to Tehran's frozen assets in that country and release the Islamic Republic's blocked money.
PM: unfreezing Iran's frozen funds to benefit S Korea IRNA 12 Apr 2021 -- South Korean Prime Minister Chung Sye-Kyun on Monday said that unfreezing Iran's frozen funds will benefit South Korea.
Zarif stresses continuation of uranium enrichment in Iran: Senior MP IRNA 12 Apr 2021 -- The spokesman of the Majlis Commission for National Security and Foreign Policy said that Foreign Minister Zarif said in the Commission's session that uranium enrichment will by no means stop in Iran and the country will try to change the threat into opportunity by replacing first-generation centrifuges with newer ones.
Iran to make several advanced halls in mountain: AEOI chief ISNA 12 Apr 2021 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Ali-Akbar Slahehi called the Sunday attack on Nataz nuclear facility a "sabotage', saying, it wasn't an accident and security systems entered into the issue.
COVID-19 kills 258 more people in Iran IRNA 11 Apr 2021 -- Some 258 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 64,490, Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Sunday.
Iran places virus-related travel ban on 39 countries: Minister IRNA 11 Apr 2021 -- Iran's Minister of Roads and Urban Development Mohammad Eslami said on Sunday that Iran placed travel ban on 39 countries amid the fourth wave of coronavirus pandemic in Iran.
Iran Calls Natanz Blackout 'Nuclear Terrorism' VOA 11 Apr 2021 -- Iran's nuclear chief called a blackout at the country's Natanz facility Sunday an act of "nuclear terrorism."
Iran Says Blackout At Atomic Site Act Of 'Nuclear Terrorism' RFE/RL 11 Apr 2021 -- Iran has described a blackout at its Natanz nuclear site as an act of "nuclear terrorism," without specifying what country or entity might be behind the alleged sabotage.
Natanz Plant Incident Caused by 'Act of Nuclear Terrorism', Iran's Vice-President Says Sputnik 11 Apr 2021 -- Israeli media earlier alleged that the incident was not an "accident" but the result of a cyberattack, possibly carried out by Tel Aviv. The outlet did not reveal its sources, but Natanz in the past had already fallen victim to a hacker attack via the Stuxnet virus.
Power Grid of Natanz Nuclear Facility in Iran Hit by 'Accident' Sputnik 11 Apr 2021 -- According to a report from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Tehran had earlier started enriching uranium at the facility, using IR-4 centrifuges.
Electrical problem reported at Iran's Natanz nuclear site Press TV 11 Apr 2021 -- The spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) has said an incident took place at the electricity distribution network of Shahid Mostafa Ahmadi Roshan nuclear facility n Natanz.
Accident at Natanz enrichment facility leaves no pollution, human damages: Official IRNA 11 Apr 2021 -- An accident in part of a nuclear enrichment facility in Natanz, Central Iran, has led to no pollution or human damages, according to the spokesman of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Behrouz Kamalvandi.
Incident in "Natanz" causes no casualties or contamination: AEOI spokesman ISNA 11 Apr 2021 -- The spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Behrouz Kamalvandi confirmed that an incident took place on Sunday morning in the Natanz Enrichment Facility.
Iran launches advanced IR-6 uranium enrichment centrifuges to mark Day of Nuclear Technology People's Daily 11 Apr 2021 -- Iran celebrated its National Day of Nuclear Technology on Saturday with an event held simultaneously in Tehran and in nuclear sites in different Iranian cities, in which advanced IR-6 centrifuges started operating, and more than 100 other nuclear industry innovations were unveiled.
Biden should choose between sticking with Obama's deal or clinging to Trump's sanctions: Iran ISNA 11 Apr 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh pointed to his recent interview with CNN, stressing that US president should choose between sticking with Obama's deal or clinging to Trump's sanctions.
S Korean premier: Seoul trying to release Iran's blocked assets IRNA 11 Apr 2021 -- South Korean prime minister here on Sunday expressed Seoul's support for the constructive JCPOA negotiations and said his country will cooperate with Iran and various other countries to solve the problem of releasing Iran's monetary assets.
South Korea's prime minister in Iran for high-level talks Press TV 11 Apr 2021 -- South Korean Prime Minister Chung Sye-Kyun has arrived in Tehran for talks with senior Iranian officials.
COVID-19 kills 193 more people in Iran IRNA 10 Apr 2021 -- Some 193 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 64,232, Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Saturday.
President Rouhani: JCPOA legitimizes Iran's nuclear industry IRNA 10 Apr 2021 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani said in Iran's Nation Nuclear Technology Day on Saturday that the JCPOA gave a full legal status to Iran's nuclear industry.
Iran's entire nuclear activities peaceful, for non-military purposes: President Rouhani ISNA 10 Apr 2021 -- Emphasizing that all nuclear activities of the Islamic Republic of Iran are peaceful and are used for civilian purposes, the President said, "In this regard, our goals have been clear from the beginning and we have used nuclear technology in different parts of the country, including industry, agriculture, medicine and electricity".
Araghchi : Iran favors JCPOA model, lifting every sanction by Trump IRNA 10 Apr 2021 -- Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Abbas Araghchi said on Saturday that Iran favors the JCPOA model and lifting every sanction by Trump's term.
Iran's nuclear infrastructure maintained carefully: AEOI Chief IRNA 10 Apr 2021 -- Head of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran Ali Akbar Salehi said on Saturday that the infrastructure of Iran's nuclear industry has been kept carefully.
There's no need for talks with US as full detail about JCPOA is negotiated: Khatibzadeh ISNA 10 Apr 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh in an interview with CNN stressed, "There were no direct or indirect talks in Vienna or anywhere else between Iran and the United States because there is no need for new talks as we negotiated in full detail about the JCPOA".
Iran proposes logical path to full JCPOA compliance: Zarif ISNA 10 Apr 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif pointed to the 18th Joint Commission of the JCPOA which was held in Vienna, saying that Iran proposes logical path to full JCPOA compliance.
U.S. says Vienna nuclear talks productive, voicing hope for more "constructive attitude" from Iran People's Daily 10 Apr 2021 -- A senior U.S. official said Friday that the Vienna talks over the Iran nuclear deal were productive, and hoped that Tehran would show a more constructive attitude in talks scheduled next week.
Tehran firm to make more nuclear achievements while adhering to intl. law: Iran nuclear agency Press TV 10 Apr 2021 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Ali Akbar Salehi says the Islamic Republic is determined to continue its path towards making more nuclear achievements and developing its peaceful nuclear program in line with international regulations.
Delay in removing sanctions benefits Iran, harms West: Official Press TV 10 Apr 2021 -- The spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says any foot-dragging in removing US sanctions on the Islamic Republic is in the interests of Tehran and to the detriment of the Western countries.
Iran Launches Production Of New Centrifuges After Start Of Nuclear Talks In Vienna RFE/RL 10 Apr 2021 -- Iranian President Hassan Rohani oversaw the launch of a production line of advanced centrifuges on April 10 in an apparent new violation of the 2015 nuclear deal after talks began earlier this week in Vienna aimed at bringing the United States and Iran back into full compliance with the accord.
Iran unveils 133 achievements on National Nuclear Technology Day Press TV 10 Apr 2021 -- Iran has unveiled 133 new nuclear achievements made by the country's experts in different areas of the nuclear industry, including quantum, enrichment, heavy water and deuterium compounds, radiopharmaceuticals, lasers, and etc.
Iran unveils 133 new achievements in nuclear technology field ISNA 10 Apr 2021 -- Marking the National Day of Nuclear Technology on Saturday, the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) unveiled133 new achievements in the field of nuclear technology.
COVID-19 kills 155 more people in Iran IRNA 09 Apr 2021 -- Some 155 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 64,039, Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Friday.
Iran's COVID-19 caseload surpasses 2 mln; Egypt hails "fruitful" anti-pandemic cooperation with China People's Daily 09 Apr 2021 -- Iran reported 22,586 new COVID-19 cases on Thursday, pushing up the country's caseload to cross the 2-million mark. Meanwhile, Egypt hailed the "fruitful" cooperation with China in fighting the pandemic.
Briefing With Senior State Department Official On Recent U.S. Engagement in Vienna Regarding the JCPOA US Dept. of State 09 Apr 2021
'Constructive' Iran Nuclear Talks Adjourn In Vienna, With Meetings To Resume Next Week RFE/RL 09 Apr 2021 -- Diplomats and negotiators have wrapped up four days of talks in Vienna aimed at reviving the hobbled 2015 agreement to limit Iran's nuclear activities, saying this week's meetings were "constructive" and provided "positive momentum."
Iran not to halt nuclear activities until bans fully lifted: Araghchi IRNA 09 Apr 2021 -- Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for political affairs Abbas Araghchi says Tehran will not stop any of its nuclear-related activities until Washington lifts the whole sanctions and returns to the 2015 nuclear deal.
As Vienna talks end, Zarif stresses Iran's 'logical path' to saving JCPOA Press TV 09 Apr 2021 -- As the latest round of talks on the 2015 nuclear deal ends in Vienna, Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Iran has offered a "logical path" towards the revival of the agreement, through which the US would remove the sanctions imposed by its ex-administration on Iran in their entirety — without any distinction — before Tehran does its part.
Iran vows to 'definitely' respond to attack on merchant ship in Red Sea Press TV 09 Apr 2021 -- The senior spokesman of the Iranian Armed Forces says the country will "definitely" respond to a recent attack on one of its merchant ships in the strategic Red Sea.
Iran releases South Korean ship considering backgrounds: FM spox IRNA 09 Apr 2021 -- Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that the Islamic Republic released a South Korean oil tanker following an investigation, which led to a decision that the ship and its captain have not had bad record.
Iranian prosecutor ordered release of South Korean oil tanker, captain Press TV 09 Apr 2021 -- Iran has released a South Korean oil tanker, the Iranian Foreign Ministry says, more than three months after the ship was detained for environmental pollution.
Iran Releases South Korean Tanker Seized Amid Suspected Dispute Over Frozen Funds RFE/RL 09 Apr 2021 -- Iran has released a South Korean oil tanker it seized three months ago amid a dispute over billions of dollars in funds frozen due to U.S. sanctions.
COVID-19 kills 185 more people in Iran IRNA 08 Apr 2021 -- Some 185 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 63,884, Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Thursday.
Pres. Rouhani: US accountable for hampering Iran's imports of COVID-19 vaccines IRNA 08 Apr 2021 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said on Thursday that Iran had difficulty with the purchase of COVID-19 vaccines though it had the money in foreign accounts, the Iranian assets were blocked by the US administration.
Rouhani: US blocked Iran's access to 10m doses of coronavirus vaccine Press TV 08 Apr 2021 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the United States blocked Iran's access to ten million doses of a coronavirus vaccine by pressuring the companies involved in the transferring of the vaccines to Iran.
Iran Hits Coronavirus Case Record For Third Consecutive Day; Infections Above 2 Million RFE/RL 08 Apr 2021 -- Iranian authorities say COVID-19 cases have surpassed 2 million, with a new daily record of more than 22,000 infections, following the Persian New Year holiday.
Araghchi: Disputes with IAEA can be resolved via constructive interaction IRNA 08 Apr 2021 -- Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi said in Vienna that cooperation between Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) continues in both areas of fact-checking and technological assistance.
Araghchi, Grossi hold talks on JCPOA IRNA 08 Apr 2021 -- Deputy Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi on Thursday held talks with the Director-General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Rafael Grossi on the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, aka JCPOA.
Deputy FM: US must lift sanctions in one step before Iran resumes full compliance with JCPOA Press TV 08 Apr 2021 -- Iran's deputy foreign minister for political affairs says the United States has to remove all unilateral and illegal sanctions it has imposed on Iran in one step before expecting the Islamic Republic to resume full compliance with the landmark 2015 nuclear deal, officially known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Ayatollah Khamenei: Verification of US sanctions removal means Iran should be able to sell its oil Press TV 08 Apr 2021 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says any US claim to having removed Iran's sanctions must be verified by Tehran and this means that the Islamic Republic should be able to sell its oil under normal conditions and receive its money.
Rouhani: US totally failed to bring Tehran to its knees via economic war Press TV 08 Apr 2021 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says the economic war waged by the United States against the Islamic Republic has totally failed and all measures taken by Washington to bring Tehran to its knees have been proven futile.
Iran Vows to Respond to Vessel Saviz Incident Once Origins of Attack Investigated Sputnik 08 Apr 2021 -- Iran will respond to recent attack on its ship Saviz in the Red Sea, once uncovers the attack's source, Iranian Armed Forces spokesman Maj. Gen. Abu Al-Fadel Shkarji told Sputnik.e
US 'Monitoring' as Iran Sends Fuel Tankers to Venezuela in Defiance of Sanctions VOA 08 Apr 2021 -- As Iran sent three gasoline shipments to fuel-starved Venezuela in recent months in defiance of U.S. sanctions, the Biden administration apparently did nothing to stop the tankers, signaling a reticence to enforce the sanctions and a savviness by the anti-U.S. allies in evading them.
Iran boosts uranium enrichment capacity to 16,500 SWUs: atomic chief People's Daily 08 Apr 2021 -- Iran has increased its uranium enrichment capacity to 16,500 separative work units (SWUs), Ali Akbar Salehi, head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), announced on Wednesday, official Islamic Republic News agency reported.
COVID-19 kills 193 more people in Iran IRNA 07 Apr 2021 -- Some 193 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 63,699, Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Wednesday.
US sanctions blocked Iran's access to medical supplies amid COVID-19 crisis IRNA 07 Apr 2021 -- Central Bank of Iran (CBI) Governor Abdol-Nasser Hemmati said here on Tuesday that a times of Iran's dire need for medical supplies and medicine in its campaign against COVID-19 pandemic, the unilateral and illegally imposed US sanctions blocked Iran's access to them.
Two-week restrictions imposed in Iranian capital to curb new COVID surge Press TV 07 Apr 2021 -- The Iranian capital has been put under a partial lockdown that would last for two weeks amid a fresh surge in cases of COVID-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
Iran Posts Second Consecutive Daily Record For New COVID-19 Cases Amid Holiday Surge RFE/RL 07 Apr 2021 -- Iran has set a new daily record for new coronavirus infections amid a surge of cases following the Norouz holiday.
Iran joins club of countries manufacturing reaper vessels IRNA 07 Apr 2021 -- Head of the Iranian Defense Ministry's Marine Industries Organization Rear Admiral Amir Rastegari said on Wednesday that Iran has joined the club of countries that manufacture reaper vessels.
Iran enrichment capacity hits 16,500 SWU: AEOI Chief IRNA 07 Apr 2021 -- Head of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran Ali Akbar Salehi said on Wednesday that Iran's uranium enrichment capacity has reached 16,500 SWU and possesses 57 kg of 20-percent-enriched uranium.
Rouhani highlights JCPOA as unique Agreement IRNA 07 Apr 2021 -- President Hassan Rouhani on Wednesday highlighted the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action as unique Agreement and that there is no other way but the full implementation of JCPOA.
New chapter in JCPOA revival opened: President Rouhani ISNA 07 Apr 2021 -- "Today we are witnessing a new chapter in the revival of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), and all the countries that were committed to the JCPOA have gathered in Vienna," said Iran's President, adding, "They have come to the conclusion that there is no better solution than the JCPOA and there is no other way but the full implementation of the deal, and this is a great success for Iran".
Under no circumstances would Iran enter negotiations beyond JCPOA: Shamkhani ISNA 07 Apr 2021 -- Iran's secretary of the Supreme National Security Council Ali Shamkhani stressed that under no circumstances would Iran enter negotiations beyond the 2015 nuclear deal known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Vienna talks "constructive," raising hope to restore Iran nuclear deal People's Daily 07 Apr 2021 -- The Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) Joint Commission meeting, resumed here on Tuesday, was hailed by attending envoys as "constructive" and is expected to bring more hope for the revival of the Iran nuclear deal.
Iran Foreign Ministry: Only path for US to rejoin JCPOA is full compliance, removal of all sanctions Press TV 07 Apr 2021 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman says the only path for the United States to rejoin‎ the 2015 Iran nuclear deal is full compliance and removal of all sanctions.
Rouhani hails 'new chapter' in efforts to revive JCPOA as parties speak with one voice Press TV 07 Apr 2021 -- President Hassan Rouhani says the recent talks between Iran and the other signatories to the 2015 nuclear agreement opened a "new chapter" in efforts to revive the multilateral deal as the participants in the Vienna meeting unanimously underlined the need to keep the agreement alive.
On Day 2 Of Vienna Talks, Iran's Rohani Argues For 'Renaissance' Of Nuclear Deal RFE/RL 07 Apr 2021 -- As international talks to revive a major nuclear agreement with world powers continued in Vienna, Iranian President Hassan Rohani said that he hoped negotiations led to a "renaissance" of the 2015 deal.
Mine Blast Damages Iranian Ship In Red Sea Linked To IRGC RFE/RL 07 Apr 2021 -- An Iranian ship long anchored off Yemen and used by the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) has reportedly been damaged by an explosion in the Red Sea.
Iranian merchant vessel Saviz struck by blast in Red Sea, suffers minor damage: Official Press TV 07 Apr 2021 -- Iran says one of its merchant vessels has been targeted by an explosion of unknown origin in the strategic Red Sea, in the second such incident in less than a month.
Deputy FM's reaction to Ukraine's unconstructive remarks on plane crash ISNA 07 Apr 2021 -- Iran's deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Mohsen Baharvand reacted to remarks made by the Ukrainian foreign minister and his deputy regarding the tragic crash of the Ukrainian flight in Tehran.
Iran extends traffic restriction to Iraq for COVID-19 IRNA 06 Apr 2021 -- Iran's Deputy Interior Minister for Security Affairs Hossein Zolfaghari on Tuesday said that the traffic restriction to the neighboring state Iraq was extended for two weeks.
Rouhani stresses provision of COVAX, support for domestic COVID-19 vaccines IRNA 06 Apr 2021 -- President Hassan Rouhani appreciated different organizations for their efforts to provide foreign COVID-19 vaccines for the Iranian people and stressed domestic production of the vaccine.
COVID-19 kills 174 more people in Iran IRNA 06 Apr 2021 -- Some 174 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 63,506, Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Tuesday.
1st Iran-made corona vaccine ready within 40 days IRNA 06 Apr 2021 -- Deputy Health Minister Iraj Harirchi has announced that among nine COVID-19 vaccines, which are under development in Iran, the first home-made corona vaccine will be available within 40 days.
Iran ready for mass-production of domestically developed COVID-19 vaccines: official IRNA 06 Apr 2021 -- Iran has worked out the first phase of producing the domestically made COVID-19 vaccines – Cov-Iran Barekat – and the vaccines are ready for mass production, an official with the knowledge of the case said on Tuesday.
Iran-Pakistan joint naval drill ends in Persian gulf, Oman Sea IRNA 06 Apr 2021 -- The joint naval exercise between the two Iranian and Pakistani Navies ended with the presence of the two countries' navy carriers and various maritime scenarios in the Persian Gulf and the Sea of Oman.
Iran, Pakistan navies hold combined naval exercise in Persian Gulf, Sea of Oman ISNA 06 Apr 2021 -- The Pakistan carrier group departs Bandar Abbas for a designated area on Tuesday to conduct a combined naval exercise in the Persian Gulf's water and the Sea of Oman.
Iran, Pakistan naval forces hold joint maritime exercise in Persian Gulf waters Press TV 06 Apr 2021 -- Iranian naval forces and a visiting flotilla of warships from the Pakistan Navy have staged joint exercises in the Persian Gulf, which extended to the Strait of Hormuz and the northern part of the Indian Ocean.
Europeans Press for Progress on US-Iran Nuclear Talks VOA 06 Apr 2021 -- European leaders hope the start Tuesday of indirect talks in Vienna between the United States and Iran about reviving an international deal to limit Tehran's nuclear capabilities, will realign Washington and European policy toward the Islamic Republic.
Details, Venues Emerge for Talks to Revive Iran Nuclear Deal VOA 06 Apr 2021 -- The United States and Iran are due to begin indirect talks Tuesday in Vienna aimed at reviving the 2015 agreement that restricted Iran's nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief.
Araghchi: Iran not interested in step-by-step revival of JCPOA IRNA 06 Apr 2021 -- Head of the Iranian delegation to the 18th Regular Joint Session of Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) Seyyed Abbas Araghchi stressed in Vienna on Tuesday that Iran is not interested in step-by-step revival of the nuclear deal at all.
FM spokesman: America must terminate entire sanctions IRNA 06 Apr 2021 -- Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh said here on Tuesday that if the United States wishes to save the disputed nuclear deal known as the JCPOA, it must terminate the entire nuclear sanctions.
JCPOA Joint Commission first round ends in Vienna IRNA 06 Apr 2021 -- The first round of the 18th session of the Joint Commission of the Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) meeting held at the Grand Hotel in Vienna ended with an agreement to continue consultations at the level of experts.
Iran will in no way enter negotiations beyond JCPOA: Security chief Press TV 06 Apr 2021 -- Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Shamkhani says the Islamic Republic will under no circumstances enter negotiations beyond the nuclear agreement it clinched with six major world states in 2015.
Vienna hosts talks between Iran, JCPOA parties on future of nuclear deal Press TV 06 Apr 2021 -- Representatives of Iran and the other remaining signatories to the 2015 nuclear deal have held a new round of talks in Vienna over a possible return of the United States to the agreement that it abandoned some three years ago.
Iran, World Powers Hold Vienna Talks Aimed At Reviving Nuclear Accord RFE/RL 06 Apr 2021 -- Representatives from five world powers met with Iranian officials in Vienna in an effort to revive the 2015 nuclear deal, which the United States abandoned in 2018.
Iran holds bilateral talks with P4 + 1 delegations ISNA 06 Apr 2021 -- Intensive consultations between the various delegations are taking place in Vienna before the joint commission meeting of Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) which is scheduled to be held today at 14:30 local time (17:00 Tehran time).
Iran starts mechanical test of IR-9 centrifuges: AEOI spokesman ISNA 06 Apr 2021 -- The spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Behrouz Kamalvandi announced that the organization has begun the mechanical test of its new-generation IR-9 centrifuges.
Iran's Atomic Energy Organisation Starts Testing New IR-9 Centrifuge for Enriching Uranium Sputnik 06 Apr 2021 -- The Atomic Energy Organisation of Iran (AEOI) has started testing the next-generation IR-9 centrifuge for enriching uranium, which is 50 times more powerful than the IR-1 centrifuge, AEOI spokesman Behrooz Kamalvandi said on Tuesday.
Iran will unveil 133 new nuclear achievements on Nuclear Technology Day: AEOI Press TV 06 Apr 2021 -- The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says the country is set to unveil and inaugurate 133 new achievements in the nuclear technology sector on the occasion of National Nuclear Technology Day.
No need to approve Iran-China deal in parliament: Iran minister Press TV 06 Apr 2021 -- Iran's finance minister says an economic partnership agreement signed with China last month would be effective without any need to win the approval of the Iranian parliament.
Public Spat Reveals Divisions In Iran's Revolutionary Guards Ahead Of Presidential Vote RFE/RL 06 Apr 2021 -- A dispute within Iran's powerful Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) has spilled into public view with a deputy commander lashing out at an aide to the IRGC's commander in chief who has ambitions to win the presidency in a June election.
Iran Charges 10 Officials Over 2020 Downing Of Ukrainian Airliner Near Tehran RFE/RL 06 Apr 2021 -- Iran says it has charged 10 officials over the crash of a Ukraine International Airlines (UIA) jet that was shot down last year, killing all 176 people on board.
Iran Faces 4th Wave of COVID-19 Pandemic, Health Ministry Says Sputnik 05 Apr 2021 -- A fourth wave of the coronavirus pandemic has started across Iran as the country experiences a fresh spike in the infection cases, Sima Sadat Lari, the spokeswoman for the country's Ministry of Health and Medical Education, told Sputnik.
First COVAX shipment of 700,000 jabs sent to Tehran: Spokesman Press TV 05 Apr 2021 -- Iran's Health Ministry says the first shipment of the World Health Organization's COVAX global vaccine plan, containing more than 700,000 doses of the Oxford–AstraZeneca vaccine, has been sent to Tehran from Amsterdam.
FM spox: Implementing commitments on agenda of JCPOA Joint Commission IRNA 05 Apr 2021 -- Spokesman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Saeed Khatibzadeh said on Monday that implementing obligations are on the agenda of the upcoming Joint Commission of the JCPOA.
Lifting of all US' cruel sanctions top on Vienna meeting's agenda: Iran spokesman Press TV 05 Apr 2021 -- Iran says the main goal of the forthcoming session between the Islamic Republic and other signatories to a landmark nuclear deal clinched by Tehran and world powers in 2015 is the removal of all US sanctions in a single step.
Iran Shows Readiness to Work on Parameters for Returning to Full JCPOA Implementation, Moscow Says Sputnik 05 Apr 2021 -- According to Russia's deputy foreign minister, Moscow expects the US and Iran to start discussing the restoration of the JCPOA after the Joint Commission talks on 6 April.
Iran-China strategic deal has no contract, figure, exclusive right: Khatibzadeh ISNA 05 Apr 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh stated that the meeting of Joint Commission to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) will take place in Vienna on Tuesday, stressing once again that there will be no direct or indirect talks between Iran and the US in Vienna.
Iran awards $195 mln worth of new contracts to recover flare gases Press TV 05 Apr 2021 -- The Iranian Oil Ministry has contracted three domestic companies to recover flare gases from oilfields in the south as it pushes ahead with plans to minimize flaring and to use the gases as feedstock in refineries and petrochemical plants.
Iran Reportedly Arrests 'Israeli Spy' in Country's Northwest, State TV Says Sputnik 05 Apr 2021 -- Iran's intelligence services have waged an asymmetrical battle with their Israeli, Saudi, and US adversaries since the Revolution of 1979, which ended the country's status as a US puppet and established it as a sovereign republic with an Islamic-republican system of government.
Health Ministry: 1st Covax batch forwarded to Tehran IRNA 04 Apr 2021 -- Head of Health Ministry's Public Relations and Information Center said on Sunday that the first batch of Corona virus Covax vaccines was forwarded to Tehran on Sunday.
COVID-19 kills 161 more people in Iran IRNA 04 Apr 2021 -- Some 161 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 63,160, Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Sunday.
Iran stresses on importance of peace, stability in Jordan ISNA 04 Apr 2021 -- Referring to the latest developments in Jordan, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh stressed on the importance of peace and stability in the Arab country.
Iran, Pakistan to hold combined naval exercise ISNA 04 Apr 2021 -- Iran-Pakistan combined naval exercise will be held in coming days with the participation of navies of the two countries.
France calls on Iran to be 'constructive' at nuclear talks in Vienna ISNA 04 Apr 2021 -- French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian has called on Iran to show a constructive stance in talks to be held in Vienna next week.
There will be no direct or indirect talks with US in Vienna: Araghchi ISNA 04 Apr 2021 -- Iranian deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Seyyed Abbas Araghchi ahead of his visit to Vienna stressed that there will be no direct or indirect talks with the US.
Zarif urges France, Britain, Germany to act 'constructively' in upcoming Vienna meeting Press TV 04 Apr 2021 -- Iran's foreign minister has urged the three European parties to the 2015 nuclear agreement to honor their commitments under the historic pact and act constructively in the upcoming meeting in Vienna.
Iran will have no direct, indirect talks with US in Vienna: Official Press TV 04 Apr 2021 -- Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says Iran and the US will have no direct or indirect talks in Vienna, where the remaining parties to a 2015 nuclear deal will meet Tuesday to discuss the lifting of sanctions on Tehran.
Iran vows 'good news' about nuclear propulsion in coming months Press TV 04 Apr 2021 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) has highlighted recent achievements in the country's nuclear sector, promising "good news" about nuclear propulsion.
Iran Rules Out Any Negotiations With U.S. Unless Sanctions Lifted RFE/RL 04 Apr 2021 -- Iran says it will not engage in negotiations with the United States at the planned talks in Vienna next week on reviving the 2015 nuclear deal between Tehran and global powers.
COVID-19 kills 123 more people in Iran IRNA 03 Apr 2021 -- Some 123 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 62,999, Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said on Saturday.
Pakistan Navy's flotilla docks at Bandar Abbas ISNA 03 Apr 2021 -- Pakistani Navy's flotilla docked at Iranian Navy's first region in the port city of Bandar Abbas on Saturday.
Iranian, Pakistani Armies cooperate to support maritime security IRNA 03 Apr 2021 -- Iranian and Pakistani Navy forces cooperate to support maritime security, an Iranian official has announced on Saturday.
Commander: Iran Air Defense monitors enemies' movements beyond borders IRNA 03 Apr 2021 -- Commander of Iran Army Air Defense Brigadier General Alireza Sabahifard hailed Iran's air defense capability, saying that Iranian Air Defense system monitors enemies movements beyond borders.
Iran, France discuss JCPOA Joint Commission meeting on phone IRNA 03 Apr 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and his French counterpart Jean-Yves Le Drian discussed the continuation of the Joint Commission of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) over a phone on Saturday.
AEOI Chief: Nuclear deal stand-still getting resolved IRNA 03 Apr 2021 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) said here on Friday that the emerged stand-still in Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) is being resolved.
China calls for removal of sanctions against Iran IRNA 03 Apr 2021 -- China's Foreign Ministry spokeswoman called on Friday for removal of US sanctions against Iran, saying that lifting sanctions is necessary for returning of the US to the JCPOA.
US won't be part of any meeting attended by Iran: Araghchi ISNA 03 Apr 2021 -- Iranian deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Seyyed Abbas Araghchi denied media reports about the US' participation in the upcoming meeting of the JCPOA Joint Commission in Vienna.
Lifting sanctions on Iran to be discussed in Vienna next week, U.S. to take part People's Daily 03 Apr 2021 -- The parties to the Iran nuclear deal will convene in Vienna, Austria next week to discuss the possibility of lifting sanctions on Iran as well as the country's responsibility for further implementing the agreement, said the European Union (EU) on Friday.
Iran Rejects 'Step-By-Step' Lifting Of Sanctions Ahead Of Vienna Talks RFE/RL 03 Apr 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry rejects any "step-by-step" lifting of sanctions imposed against it, the state-funded Press TV quoted the ministry's spokesman as saying on April 3.
Iran reports 11,750 new COVID-19 cases, 1,897,314 in total People's Daily 02 Apr 2021 -- Iran reported 11,750 new COVID-19 cases on Thursday, raising its nationwide caseload to 1,897,314.
COVID-19 claims 117 lives in Iran over past 24 hours: Official IRNA 02 Apr 2021 -- 117 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 62,876, Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari announced on Friday.
Removing sanctions must be first step in reviving JCPOA: Araghchi IRNA 02 Apr 2021 -- Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Friday that removing sanctions by the US must be the first step in reviving the JCPOA, adding that Iran would reverse all compliance reduction steps as soon as it verifies that sanction are gone.
COVID-19 claims 94 lives in Iran over past 24 hours: Official IRNA 01 Apr 2021 -- 94 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the total deaths to 62,759, Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari announced on Thursday.
Iran tops 10,000 new single-day COVID-19 cases as vaccination campaign unfolds People's Daily 01 Apr 2021 -- Iran reported 10,330 new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, taking its nationwide caseload to 1,885,564.
Iran's single-day COVID-19 cases top 10,000; Palestine receives another batch of vaccines People's Daily 01 Apr 2021 -- Iran reported 10,330 new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, taking its nationwide caseload to 1,885,564. Meanwhile, Palestine received another batch of COVID-19 vaccines.
Iran, World Powers To Hold Talks Over Possible Return Of U.S. To Nuclear Deal RFE/RL 01 Apr 2021 -- The European Union says Iran and a group of world powers will hold virtual talks on April 2 about the possible return of the United States to a landmark 2015 nuclear deal.
Iran's Foreign Minister Uses New 'Clubhouse' App To Defend China Deal RFE/RL 01 Apr 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif took to the new Clubhouse social media app on March 31 to defend Tehran's controversial recent strategic cooperation pact with China -- a deal criticized for lacking transparency and "selling out to China" amid crushing U.S. sanctions.
IAEA: Iran begins uranium enrichment with fourth cascade of advanced IR-2m machines at Natanz Press TV 01 Apr 2021 -- Iran has begun enriching uranium with the fourth cascade of advanced IR-2m machines at its Natanz plant, a new report by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) says.
Rouhani: US failing to seize golden chance for win-win bargain on Iran deal Press TV 01 Apr 2021 -- President Hassan Rouhani has criticized the new US administration's foot-dragging on a return to compliance with the multilateral nuclear deal with Iran that it abandoned in 2018, saying Washington has so far failed to seize the "golden chance" for a "win-win bargain."
Zarif: Iran-China deal based on win-win approach in pursuit of shared interests Press TV 01 Apr 2021 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has shed light on the 25-year cooperation roadmap recently signed by Iran and China, saying the historic document has been drafted based on "mutual respect" and a "win-win" approach in pursuit of common interests.

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