August 2021 - Iran Special Weapons News

COVID-19 kills 643 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 31 Aug 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 107,794 with 643 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Tuesday.
US occupation of Afghanistan brought nothing but death and destruction: Iranian FM Spox Press TV 31 Aug 2021 -- Iran says the 20-year-long American occupation of Afghanistan brought "nothing but death and destruction" to the country, reaffirming its support for the neighboring Afghan nation in its efforts to achieve calm and stability following the US military's withdrawal.
Russia to hold naval drills with Iran, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan in early September Press TV 31 Aug 2021 -- The Russian Defense Ministry says the country is set to stage joint naval exercises with three other Caspian Sea littoral states, including Iran, early next month.
Iran test-fires domestic missile system 'Mersad 16' IRNA 31 Aug 2021 -- Iran's Army successfully test-fired domestically developed Mersad 16 missile system in central Iran on Tuesday.
Iran successfully tests new generation of Mersad missile system Press TV 31 Aug 2021 -- Iran's Air Defense Force has successfully put to test a new generation of the domestically-manufactured Mersad-16 missile system in the country's central desert.
Amirabdollahian: Defensive diplomacy, inseparable part of Iran's foreign policy IRNA 31 Aug 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Minister said here on Tuesday that defensive diplomacy is an inseparable part of the Islamic Republic of Iran's foreign policy.
New Iranian Foreign Minister Seeks Better Relations With Arab Neighbors VOA 31 Aug 2021 -- Iran's new top diplomat, Hossein Amir Abdollahian, appears to be focusing his efforts on Arab states in a bid to achieve a thaw in long frozen relations with Tehran's Arab and Gulf neighbors. The effort comes amid the ongoing proxy war in Yemen that involves Iran and Saudi Arabia.
COVID-19 kills 669 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 30 Aug 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 107,151 with 669 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Monday.
JCPOA doesn't need mediator: Iran ISNA 30 Aug 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh stressed that the issue of Iran nuclear deal known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) doesn't need a mediator.
Iran Appoints New Atomic Energy Chief With No Nuclear Expertise RFE/RL 30 Aug 2021 -- Iran's newly elected President Ebrahim Raisi has appointed a new head of the country's atomic agency, replacing the nation's most prominent nuclear scientist with someone with no expertise in the field.
COVID-19 kills 581 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 29 Aug 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 106,482 with 581 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Sunday.
Raisi: Economic issues shouldn't depend on nuclear negotiations IRNA 29 Aug 2021 -- Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi on Sunday said that the economic issues should not depend on the nuclear negotiations.
Iran defense systems to witness remarkable development IRNA 29 Aug 2021 -- Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Baqeri says that the synergy between Iranian Army, Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), Police, and Defense Ministry will bring significant development in country's defense systems.
Iranian President Raisi Appoints UN-Sanctioned Minister to Lead Country's Nuclear Agency Sputnik 29 Aug 2021 -- Previously, the Iranian nuclear department was led by Ali Akbar Salehi - a scientist involved in the penning of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), or the Iran nuclear deal, in 2015.
COVID-19 kills 614 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 28 Aug 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 105,901 with 614 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Saturday.
Iran Fakhra COVID-19 vaccine near to mass production IRNA 28 Aug 2021 -- Production of Iranian-developed Fakhra vaccine has reached its final phases and will be mass-manufactured in the near future, Minister of Defense Brigadier-General Mohammad Reza Qaraei Ashtiani announced on Saturday.
Import of COVID-19 vaccine should be under supervision of Ministry of Health ISNA 28 Aug 2021 -- Speaking at the meeting of the National Task Force Against Coronavirus before noon on Saturday, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi emphasized that unfortunately the situation of the outbreak of coronavirus in the country is not acceptable, saying, "Although I should appreciate the jihadist efforts of medical staff and all people involved, but the reports received and the observations of me and the Minister of Health indicate that the outbreak situation is not good at all".
Hezbollah official: Iran fuel imports will foil US plots against Lebanon Press TV 28 Aug 2021 -- A senior official from the Hezbollah resistance movement says shipments of fuel from Iran to Lebanon in order to help ease the country's energy crisis will thwart all plots that the United States has crafted in this regard.
Iran calls US, Israeli threats 'illegal', warns of 'available options' in reprisal Press TV 28 Aug 2021 -- Iran's top security official says threatening to use "other options" against Iran – the terminology commonly used to refer to military action – is an "illegal threat" to another country, giving Iran the right to resort to its own "available options" in response.
Leader: US a 'predatory wolf', current government no different Press TV 28 Aug 2021 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Khamenei says the current US administration is not different from the former government of president Donald Trump who abandoned an international nuclear deal and unleashed the most draconian sanctions on Iran.
NY Times: Israel notified US ahead of Natanz act of sabotage Press TV 28 Aug 2021 -- A new report says the Israeli regime gave the administration of US President Joe Biden a last-minute notice before an act of sabotage that caused a power outage at Iran's Natanz nuclear facility earlier this year.
Iraq Holds Regional Summit Attended By Iran, Saudi Arabia RFE/RL Gandhara 28 Aug 2021 -- Iraq is holding a regional summit aimed at reducing tensions in the Middle East and emphasizing the country's role as a mediator after decades of conflict.
COVID-19 kills 571 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 27 Aug 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 105,287 with 571 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Friday.
Pakistan army says 58% of fence along Iran border completed IRNA 27 Aug 2021 -- Spokesman for Pakistan Army says his country is determined to guard its international borders with its neighbors as situation in Afghanistan evolves adding that 58 percent of fencing work on border with Iran has been completed.
Vienna talks acceptable only when Iran's rights secured, results tangible: FM Press TV 27 Aug 2021 -- Iran's new Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says the Vienna talks aimed at reviving the 2015 nuclear deal with world powers will be acceptable only when there come tangible results from high-level negotiations and the interests of the Islamic Republic are secured.
Iran, Russia discuss mutual cooperation, re-launch of Vienna talks on JCPOA revival Press TV 27 Aug 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian and his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov have underlined the need for further development of bilateral collaboration in the international arena, particularly with regard to Afghanistan.
Iran Nuclear Deal Is Main Topic Of Biden's First Meeting With Israeli PM RFE/RL 27 Aug 2021 -- President Joe Biden told Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett that the United States is "putting diplomacy first" in efforts to revive the Iran nuclear deal, but if that fails Washington is "ready to turn to other options."
COVID-19 kills 694 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 26 Aug 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 104,716 with 694 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Thursday.
Iran's foreign minister: Special headquarters to be set up to expedite coronavirus vaccine imports Press TV 26 Aug 2021 -- Iran's foreign minister says his ministry is planning to set up a special headquarters in order to speed up the provision of coronavirus vaccines from any country whose standards are approved by Iran's Health Ministry.
Iran receives Afghanistan's Kam Air planes IRNA 26 Aug 2021 -- Iran's Civil Aviation Organization (CAO) spokesman said that Iran has received a number of planes belonging to Afghanistan's Kam Air at the request of the airline.
Iran's Army navy fleet return home from int'l mission IRNA 26 Aug 2021 -- The Iranian Army Navy's intelligence and operational fleet 76 docked on Thursday at Bandar Abbas port after an 87-day mission in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden.
Biden To Welcome Israeli PM To White House For Talks Expected To Focus On Iran RFE/RL 26 Aug 2021 -- U.S. President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett are scheduled to meet on August 26 as both leaders seek to reset the tone of U.S.-Israeli relations.
Raisi Tells First Cabinet Meeting That Iran Is 'Seriously Lagging Behind' As Virus Woes Mount RFE/RL 26 Aug 2021 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi says the country is "seriously lagging behind" in certain social and economic areas and the government must act to "improve people's livelihoods" as the country grapples with a surge in coronavirus cases.
COVID-19 kills 665 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 25 Aug 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 104,022 with 665 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Wednesday.
Iran's naval fleet in Atlantic Ocean challenges Americans: Commander IRNA 25 Aug 2021 -- Deputy commander of the Islamic Republic of Iran Navy said on Tuesday that during the past recent months we have been witnesses to the Islamic Republic of Iran Navy's presence in the Atlantic Ocean that is quite prominent and it has managed to challenge the Americans.
Raeisi: Iran to vigorously pursue US sanctions relief, but not to tie economic growth to it Press TV 25 Aug 2021 -- President Ebrahim Raeisi vows that his administration will resolutely pursue the removal of the United States' oppressive sanctions, but not condition the growth of the national economy to the elimination of the bans.
Russia: Iran's steps away from JCPOA due to halt in Vienna talks, US sanctions Press TV 25 Aug 2021 -- Russia says Iran's decision to take more steps away from the 2015 nuclear deal by producing uranium metal and increasing uranium-enrichment capacities stem from a lack of progress in negotiations on a revival of the agreement as well as the US's refusal to remove its unilateral sanctions against the Islamic Republic, calling for a swift resumption of the talks.
U.S. Envoy Raises Doubts About Tehran's Intent To Come Back To 2015 Nuclear Deal RFE/RL 25 Aug 2021 -- The U.S. special envoy for Iran says Washington has started to question whether Tehran is still willing to return to full compliance with a 2015 nuclear deal, which imposed significant restrictions on Iran's nuclear activities in exchange for relief from crippling sanctions.
Iranian Parliament Approves New President's Hard-Line Cabinet RFE/RL 25 Aug 2021 -- Iran's parliament has approved almost all of President Ebrahim Raisi's hard-line nominees for a cabinet, enabling him to form a government that will have the task of implementing his plans to ease U.S. sanctions and tackle a deepening economic crisis.
COVID-19 kills 709 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 24 Aug 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 103,357 with 709 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Tuesday.
Iran Reports New Daily Record For COVID-19 Deaths Amid Surge Of Delta Variant RFE/RL 24 Aug 2021 -- Iran has reported a record daily 709 deaths from COVID-19 as the country struggled with yet another surge in infections, this time fueled by the highly contagious Delta variant.
Commander: Iran's army in full readiness IRNA 24 Aug 2021 -- Commander of the Iranian Army in northwestern headquarters Brigadier-General Ali Hajilou said on Tuesday that today the Islamic Republic of Iran army is in its full readiness.
Iran's imports of COVID-19 vaccine top 26m doses IRNA 23 Aug 2021 -- Iran has imported more than 26 million doses of COVID-19 vaccine in less than seven months, according to Vice Chairman of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA) Mehrdad Jamali.
COVID-19 kills 610 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 23 Aug 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 102,648 with 610 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Monday.
Domestic COVID-19 vaccine a manifestation of Iran's sanctions-proof power IRNA 23 Aug 2021 -- Despite recent controversies over the slow supply of Iranian COVID-19 vaccines, the fact that Iran managed to even produce a vaccine while under harsh sanctions by the US manifests the country's level of knowledge and capacity in medical science.
There no military solution to Afghanistan crisis: Iran ISNA 23 Aug 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh stressed that the history has shown that there is no military solution to Afghanistan crisis and all groups and parties must resolve the issues through negotiation and dialogue.
Iran to unveil new edition of Bavar-373 at higher level than S400 ISNA 23 Aug 2021 -- Iranian deputy Defense Minister Brigadier General Mahdi Farahi announced that new edition of home-grown Bavar-373 missile system is being designed and the system which is at the higher level than S400 will be unveiled soon.
COVID-19 kills 684 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 22 Aug 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 102,038 with 684 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Sunday.
Iran receives 16th batch of imported covid vaccine IRNA 22 Aug 2021 -- Iran's Red Crescent Society received 16th batch of imported coronavirus vaccine, containing over one million doses.
Iran meets more than 90% of its defense needs domestically: Minister IRNA 22 Aug 2021 -- Iranian Minister of Defense Brigadier-General Amir Hatami said on Sunday that more than 90 percent of Iran's defense needs are being met inside the country.
WHO: Iran's COVID-19 vaccination increases IRNA 21 Aug 2021 -- World Health Organization (WHO) acknowledged greatly the increase in frequency of vaccination recently after deployment of international and locally-made vaccines, wrote the body's representative in Iran.
COVID-19 kills 544 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 21 Aug 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 101,354 with 544 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Saturday.
FM spox: No Iranian military advisors present in Yemen IRNA 21 Aug 2021 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh said here on Saturday that Iran has no military advisors in Yemen, let alone his being killed in bombardments of the invaders.
Iran President Says His Proposed Cabinet Will Focus On Coronavirus, Economy RFE/RL 21 Aug 2021 -- Recently elected Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has said his government will place a priority on fighting COVID-19.
COVID-19 kills 555 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 20 Aug 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 100,810 with 555 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Friday.
President Raisi urges taking all power to accelerate supplying COVID-19 vaccine IRNA 20 Aug 2021 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi referred to his recent phone conversation with Chinese counterpart, saying both sides emphasized acceleration supplying COVID-19 vaccine.
Rights Watchdog Says Mismanagement Is Undermining Iran's COVID Response RFE/RL 19 Aug 2021 -- Human Rights Watch (HRW) is urging Iranian authorities to redouble efforts to respond effectively to the COVID-19 pandemic, saying their prohibition on the import of U.S. and U.K.-produced vaccines, a lack of transparency, and mismanagement are exacerbating the already dire impact of the coronavirus in the country.
Britain, France, Germany Voice 'Grave Concern' Over Iran's Uranium Enrichment RFE/RL 19 Aug 2021 -- Britain, France, and Germany -- three of the signatories of a 2015 nuclear deal between Iran and world powers -- have expressed serious concern over the UN's nuclear watchdog reporting that Tehran has produced uranium metal and stepped up production of weapons-grade enriched uranium in violation of the deal.
E3 Statement on the JCPoA: 19 August 2021 UK FCDO 19 Aug 2021 -- The governments of France, Germany and the United Kingdom respond to Iranian plans to produce uranium metal.
COVID-19 victims in Iran exceed 100,000 IRNA 19 Aug 2021 -- Coronavirus disease killed some 564 more Iranians over the past 24 hours so that the total deaths from the pandemic exceeded 100,000, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Thursday.
COVID-19 vaccine import exceeds 17m doses IRNA 19 Aug 2021 -- The fifteenth shipment of corona vaccines was unloaded at Imam Khomeini Airport early on Thursday, increasing the number of imported vaccines to 17.06 million doses.
WHO expresses concern over COVID19 spread in Iran IRNA 18 Aug 2021 -- The Representative and Head of Mission to the Islamic Republic of Iran of the World Health Organization (WHO) Jaffar Hussain has expressed deep concern over the spread of COVID19 virus in Iran.
COVID-19 kills 583 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 18 Aug 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 99,691 with 583 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Wednesday.
Iran's Raeisi, Russia's Putin express readiness to contribute to establishment of peace, security in Afghanistan Press TV 18 Aug 2021 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi and his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, have expressed readiness to contribute to the establishment of peace and security in war-torn Afghanistan.
Iran: US, NATO talked of democracy, war on terror but only sought 'own interests' in Afghanistan Press TV 18 Aug 2021 -- Iran's outgoing foreign minister says the US and NATO only sought their "own interests" in invading Afghanistan, stressing that they need to compensate for the losses they imposed on the country and failing to achieve their objectives.
FM spox reiterates Iran's full compliance with NPT IRNA 18 Aug 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh reiterated Iran's full compliance with the Non-Proliferation Treaty and said the country fully observes its commitments to it.
Raeisi calls China ties his pending govt.'s priority Press TV 18 Aug 2021 -- Speaking during a phone call made by Chinese President Xi Jinping, President Ebrahim Raeisi describes the Sino-Iranian relations as a priority for his pending government.
Iran Confirms IAEA Report Saying It Has Accelerated Production Of Highly Enriched Uranium RFE/RL 18 Aug 2021 -- Iran has confirmed a report by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) concluding that the country has expanded its production of weapons-grade uranium to 60 percent purity.
Iran Treading Cautiously Amid The Taliban Takeover Of Afghanistan RFE/RL 18 Aug 2021 -- Iranian officials are carefully weighing their options after the surprisingly swift Taliban takeover of Afghanistan amid fears of instability, a refugee influx, and extremist groups such as Islamic State (IS) gaining a permanent foothold in its eastern neighbor.
Iran's nuclear activities fully in line with JCPOA, NPT: FM spox Press TV 17 Aug 2021 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry says the country's nuclear activities are fully in line with its commitments under the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and the 2015 nuclear deal, officially known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
4th consignment of Chinese COVID-19 vaccines arrives in Iran IRNA 17 Aug 2021 -- Assistant Foreign Minister and Director General of Asia-Pacific Department said on Tuesday that Iran has received the 4th batch of the Chinese COVID-19 vaccines.
COVID-19 kills 625 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 17 Aug 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 99,108 with 655 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Tuesday.
Iran hopes to end fifth wave of coronavirus as hospitalizations flatten Press TV 17 Aug 2021 -- Iranian health ministry officials say they have received reports of flat hospitalization rates in nearly half of 31 provinces as they hope the country could end a fifth wave of coronavirus infections that is causing record number of deaths each day.
Iran's IRGC, Army, Basij step up efforts to contain COVID surge Press TV 17 Aug 2021 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), the Army and the Basij volunteer force have pooled their resources to contain the spread of a fifth wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, driven by the delta variant of coronavirus.
FM spox : Iran missions in Afghanistan open, active IRNA 17 Aug 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh said on Tuesday that the Iranian Embassy in Kabul and consulate in Herat are open and active.
Iran, Russia envoys discuss resumption of talks in Vienna on nuclear deal Press TV 17 Aug 2021 -- Senior diplomats from Iran and Russia have exchanged views about the resumption of talks in Vienna, Austria, on a potential revival of the 2015 nuclear deal, which was suspended amid a power transition in the Islamic Republic following the June presidential election.
U.S. Concerned About Iran's Uranium Metal Production RFE/RL 17 Aug 2021 -- The United States is urging Tehran to "cease its nuclear escalations" and return to negotiations aimed at reviving a 2015 nuclear agreement with world powers after the UN atomic watchdog reported that Iran continues to produce uranium metal.
COVID-19 kills 655 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 16 Aug 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 98,483 with 655 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Monday.
China's special envoy for Afghanistan meets with Zarif in Tehran IRNA 16 Aug 2021 -- China's special envoy for Afghanistan affairs meets with Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif in Tehran on Monday.
Zarif holds talks with Chinese envoy over developments in Afghanistan Press TV 16 Aug 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Javad Zarif has held talks with China's special representative for Afghanistan affairs Yue Xiaoyong in Tehran over the latest developments in the Central Asian nation in the wake of Taliban's takeover of the capital Kabul.
President Raisi: Iran to help restore stability in Afghanistan IRNA 16 Aug 2021 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi said on Monday that Iran will help restore stability in Afghanistan and invites all groups to reach a national agreement as a neighboring and brotherly country.
Iran, China confer on latest developments in Afghanistan ISNA 16 Aug 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif held a meeting with Chinese Special Envoy for Afghanistan Affairs Yue Xiaoyong in Tehran on Monday.
Iran welcomes formation of Coordination Council by Afghan leaders: Zarif ISNA 16 Aug 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif reacted to the latest developments in Afghanistan, stressing that Tehran hopes former president of Afghanistan Hamid Karzai's initiative on formation of a Coordination Council by Afghan leaders will lead to dialogue and a peaceful transition of power in the country.
Iran draws down diplomatic staff in Afghanistan: spokesman ISNA 16 Aug 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman says the country has drawn down personnel at its political missions in Afghanistan amid fresh developments on the ground in the country.
Iran's Armed Forces maintain full security in eastern borders with Afghanistan: Military commander Press TV 16 Aug 2021 -- The deputy commander of Iran's Air Defense Force has assured the Iranian people that the country's eastern borders with Afghanistan are safe and secure amid Taliban's rapid takeover of the war-ravaged country.
Iran has produced 200g of 20%-enriched uranium metal: UN nuclear agency Press TV 16 Aug 2021 -- The UN nuclear agency says Iran has made progress in its work on enriched uranium metal, as Tehran and the remaining signatories to a 2015 agreement on Iran's nuclear program are making efforts to revive the deal, which was abandoned by the US in 2018.
Iran will use all in its power to promote dialogue, reconciliation in Afghanistan: Foreign Ministry spokesman Press TV 16 Aug 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman says the Islamic Republic will use all its capacities and available means to promote dialogue and reconciliation in the war-ravaged Afghanistan.
Iran says reduces staff in Afghanistan missions; diplomats in good conditions Press TV 15 Aug 2021 -- The spokesman for Iran's Foreign Ministry says the country's embassy in the Afghan capital Kabul is still active, but has reduced the number of its personnel as Taliban forces are poised to take over the capital city of the war-ravaged country.
FM spox: Iran's five representative offices pursuing activities from Kabul IRNA 15 Aug 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Minister spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh said Iran five representative offices which used to scatter across Afghanistan are now pursuing their activities from the capital city Kabul.
Iran says reduces staff in Afghanistan missions; diplomats in good conditions Press TV 15 Aug 2021 -- The spokesman for Iran's Foreign Ministry says the country's embassy in the Afghan capital Kabul is still active, but has reduced the number of its personnel as Taliban forces are poised to take over the capital city of the war-ravaged country.
Security sources: No clashes take place between Taliban, Iran border guards Press TV 15 Aug 2021 -- Security sources informed with the matter have dismissed rumors that there have been clashes between the Taliban militants and Iranian border guards, saying there exists no problem at Iran's borders with neighboring Afghanistan.
War, violence, like occupation, no solution to Afghanistan's problems: Iran Foreign Minister Press TV 15 Aug 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has rejected war and violence as a solution to the existing problems in the neighboring Afghanistan, reiterating Iran's support for the establishment of sustainable peace in the war-ravaged country.
Iran To Start Six-Day Lockdown Amid Coronavirus Surge RFE/RL 15 Aug 2021 -- Iranian state media says authorities will impose a six-day "general lockdown" in cities across the country beginning on August 16.
COVID-19 kills 620 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 15 Aug 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 97,828 with 620 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Sunday.
1m doses of imported COVID-19 vaccine delivered to health ministry IRNA 15 Aug 2021 -- The head of Iran's Red Crescent Society said on Sunday that importing coronavirus vaccine has been facilitated and the one million doses imported today were delivered to the Ministry of Health .
Iran's Health Ministry receives over 1mn doses of imported COVID vaccines Press TV 15 Aug 2021 -- The Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) says it has delivered the 14th consignment of imported COVID-19 vaccines to the Health Ministry.
COVID-19 kills 466 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 14 Aug 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 97,208 with 466 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Saturday.
Raisi: Purchase of 30m covid vaccine doses secured IRNA 14 Aug 2021 -- President Ebrahim Raisi said that Iran has secured buying 30 million doses of COVID-19 vaccine, adding that the number of pharmacies offering COVID-19 related medicine has increased to avoid crowd.
Iran announces strict anti-COVID measures as cases soar Press TV 14 Aug 2021 -- Iran has imposed a full five-day lockdown starting August 16 to control a major surge in number of coronavirus infections.
Russia sends ships to Iran's Bandar Anzali for Sea Cup competition Press TV 14 Aug 2021 -- Russia has deployed two vessels to Iran's northern port of Bandar Anzali on the Caspian Sea to participate in the Sea Cup competition of the 2021 International Army Games.
UK cannot blackmail Iran IRNA 14 Aug 2021 -- Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Saturday said that the UK wanted to blackmail Iran by taking its money hostage in exchange for prisoners.
UK's attempt to blackmail Iran never going to work: Araghchi ISNA 14 Aug 2021 -- Iranian deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Abbas Araghchi stressed that UK tries to blackmail Iran by taking its own money which has been illegally kept for more than 40 years hostage in exchange for prisoners.
UK bids to blackmail Iran will never work: Top diplomat Press TV 14 Aug 2021 -- A senior Iranian diplomat has hit back at the British prime minister for pressuring Tehran to "immediately" release a dual national, who has been held in Iran for four years, saying London's efforts to blackmail Tehran by taking its own money hostage in exchange for inmates will fail.
U.S. Hits Alleged Oil Smuggler, Network Of Companies With Sanctions For Backing Iran's Quds Force RFE/RL 14 Aug 2021 -- The U.S. Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on an alleged oil smuggler and companies it said provide support to the Quds Force of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps.
Araghchi : US freezes deal for releasing prisoners IRNA 13 Aug 2021 -- Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in a Twitter message addressing UK First Secretary of State Dominic Raab stressed that the United States has frozen the deal for releasing prisoners.
COVID-19 kills 527 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 13 Aug 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 96,742 with 527 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Friday.
Iran Faces 'Tsunami' Of COVID-19 Infections, Deaths RFE/RL 13 Aug 2021 -- With a new victim of the coronavirus dying every two minutes, deaths are soaring in Iran, with infections from the new Delta variant skyrocketing and hospitals overfilled.
Iran Expresses Concern, West Draws Down Embassy Staff Over Taliban Advances In Afghanistan RFE/RL Gandhara 13 Aug 2021 -- Iran is calling on the Taliban to ensure the safety of its diplomats and staff at its consulate in the western Afghan city of Herat, as Western embassies and aid groups are evacuating staff from Afghanistan.
Iran expresses concern over rising violence in Afghanistan IRNA 13 Aug 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh on Friday expressed concern over rising violence in Afghanistan.
IRGC chief says borders enjoy full security, rejects concerns over Afghanistan developments Press TV 13 Aug 2021 -- The commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the country's borders enjoy full security, with the IRGC, Army and Police forces closely watching and controlling border areas, as the Taliban militants capture new territories in neighboring Afghanistan.
The United States Designates an Oil Broker Network Supporting Qods Force US Dept. of State 13 Aug 2021 -- The United States is imposing sanctions on members of an international oil smuggling network, the leaders of which have provided support for Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force (IRGC-QF).
Treasury Targets Oil Broker Network Supporting Qods Force US Treasury 13 Aug 2021 -- Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is designating individuals and businesses involved in an international oil smuggling network that supports Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force (IRGC-QF).
COVID-19 kills 568 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 12 Aug 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 96,215 with 568 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry said on Thursday.
Iran to import 40m covid vaccine doses until autumn IRNA 12 Aug 2021 -- Spokesman for Iran's Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said that Iran has secured importing 40 million doses of COVID-19 vaccine until early fall.
Iran's Red Crescent imports 1.1m more doses of COVID-19 vaccine IRNA 12 Aug 2021 -- Head of Iran's Red Crescent Society Karim Hemmati said that the society has received the 13th patch of imported COVID-19 vaccine, containing over one million doses.
Iran's COVID vaccine imports to top 61 mln doses in late September Press TV 12 Aug 2021 -- Iran's Food and Drug Administration (IFDA) says the country's imports of coronavirus vaccines would expand to reach a target over 61 million doses before the end of next month.
Iran to import 40mn doses of COVID-19 vaccine by summer's end, no ban on Pfizer, Moderna vaccines Press TV 12 Aug 2021 -- The spokesman of Iran's Food and Drug Administration says the country will import 40 million doses of coronavirus vaccine by the end of summer, emphasizing that the country considers no ban on importing Pfizer and Moderna vaccines made in countries other than the US and the UK.
Iran temporarily closes consulate general in Mazar-i-Sharif IRNA 12 Aug 2021 -- Following intensified fights in the northern regions of Afghanistan, Iran has temporarily closed its Consulate General in Mazar-i-Sharif and moved it to Kabul.
Iran cmdr.: Air defense systems 'at the ready' to protect Persian Gulf, Sea of Oman Press TV 12 Aug 2021 -- Commander of Iran's Air Defense Force Brigadier General Alireza Sabahi-Fard says the force's radar and missile systems are at the ready at the mouth of the Persian Gulf and the Sea of Oman to protect those vital waterways against any hostile act.
Iran Warns Its Air Defences Keeping 'Watchful Eye' Over Sensitive Airspace Amid Raging Gulf Tensions Sputnik 12 Aug 2021 -- The Islamic Republic has one of the densest and most sophisticated air defence networks in the Middle East, and the country's military industry has created a number of advanced, combat-tested missile systems, including the Khordad-3 road-mobile medium-range air defence platform, which shot down a US spy drone over the Strait of Hormuz in 2019.
COVID-19 kills 536 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 11 Aug 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 95,647 with 536 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry said on Wednesday.
Iran president calls on FM to accelerate imports of COVID-19 vaccine IRNA 11 Aug 2021 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi on Wednesday urged Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif to take the necessary measures to accelerate the imports of the COVID-19 vaccine.
Leader: Coronavirus spread first and foremost issue of country IRNA 11 Aug 2021 -- Supreme Leader of Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei said on Wednesday that the coronavirus spread was the first and foremost issue of the country.
Iran air defense won't overlook slightest act of aggression: Commander Press TV 11 Aug 2021 -- Commander of Iran's Air Defense Force Brigadier General Alireza Sabahi-Fard says the force is keeping "a watchful eye" on Iran's strategic regions and will not allow any act of aggression by the enemy to go unnoticed.
Iran's Raisi Presents Cabinet, Names Hard-Liner As Foreign Minister RFE/RL 11 Aug 2021 -- New Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has named an anti-Western diplomat as foreign minister as he presented a cabinet dominated by hard-liners, state TV reported.
Iran's Next Foreign Minister: A Diplomat With An 'IRGC Attitude' RFE/RL 11 Aug 2021 -- Some say the next Iranian foreign minister's views are as hawkish as the fiercest hard-line elements within Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) and that improving relations with Western countries will be difficult.
Iran Accused Of Using 'Ruthless' Force To Crush Peaceful Protests RFE/RL 11 Aug 2021 -- Amnesty International says Iran's security forces have resorted to unlawful use of force to "ruthlessly" crackdown on mainly peaceful protesters who have taken to the streets across the country over the past weeks.
COVID-19 kills 508 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 10 Aug 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 95,111 with 508 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry said on Tuesday.
Israel's hue, cry on Mercer Street incident cannot deflect attentions from its other destabilizing activities: Iran ISNA 10 Aug 2021 -- Ambassador and Chargé d'affaires ad interim of the Permanent Mission of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the United Nations, Zahra Ershadi stressed that Israel's hue and cry on the Mercer Street incident cannot deflect attentions from other destabilizing activities and adventurism of the Israeli regime in the region.
CIA Director in Israel as Biden Administration Mulls Interim Iran Deal VOA 10 Aug 2021 -- The director of the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency, William Burns, is in Israel for talks that officials say will focus primarily on Iran. His arrival Tuesday comes amid rapidly rising tensions in the region and a drone strike on an Israeli-managed oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman, which Western governments blame on Tehran.
Nuclear talks perspective IRNA 10 Aug 2021 -- Iran has made it clear that the framework set by Majlis legislation called 'Strategic Action Plan to Lift Sanctions and Protect Iranian Nation's Interests' is the main component in laying down the agenda for new round of negotiations.
Raeisi: Collective efforts free from foreign meddling key to regional security Press TV 10 Aug 2021 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi has stressed the importance of solving issues in the region through dialog, saying neighborly cooperation free from foreign interference is a prerequisite for regional stability and security.
Trial Of Iranian Charged With War Crimes Begins In Sweden RFE/RL 10 Aug 2021 -- A former Iranian prosecutor accused of involvement in the 1988 execution of thousands of political dissidents has gone on trial in Sweden on August 10 in a landmark case likely to stoke tensions in the Islamic republic.
Iraqi FM visits Tehran to talk bilateral ties, regional issues with top Iranian officials Press TV 10 Aug 2021 -- Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein has arrived in Tehran to hold wide-ranging talks on the expansion of bilateral ties, besides regional and international issues, with senior Iranian officials.
Iran Asks Iraq To Expel Iranian Rebels From Kurdistan Region RFE/RL 10 Aug 2021 -- Iran has asked Iraq to expel Iranian rebels from Iraqi Kurdistan or expect Tehran to take "preventative measures," against the armed groups.
Israeli submarine on heavily discouraged op potentially targeting Iran Press TV 09 Aug 2021 -- An Israeli submarine has reportedly entered the Red Sea, where it could pass through the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait and head towards the Persian Gulf, in a heavily discouraged mission potentially meant against Iran.
COVID-19 kills 588 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 09 Aug 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 94,603 with 588 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry said on Monday.
President directs all existing capacities to contain coronavirus IRNA 09 Aug 2021 -- Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi ordered the health minister to leverage all existing capacities in the country to contain the recent surge in the coronavirus spread.
Raisi: Iranian rights must be upheld in any negotiation IRNA 09 Aug 2021 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi said on Monday that the rights of the Iranian people must be upheld in any negotiation.
Iranian nation's rights must be guaranteed in any negotiations: President Raeisi Press TV 09 Aug 2021 -- Iran's President Ebrahim Raeisi says the rights of the Iranian nation must be guaranteed in any negotiations and its interests must be met.
Iran terms security of Persian Gulf 'red line', slams UK for siding with Israel Press TV 09 Aug 2021 -- Iran has termed the security of the Persian Gulf as its "red line", while denouncing "baseless accusations" by British government officials against Tehran over recent incidents in the regional waters.
France Urges Iran To Resume Talks On Reviving 2015 Nuke Deal RFE/RL 09 Aug 2021 -- French President Emmanuel Macron has urged Iran to resume talks on reviving the 2015 nuclear deal with world powers but Iran's new hard-line president, Ebrahim Raisi, says that Iran's "rights" must first be guaranteed.
Iran's Raisi Reportedly Tells Macron EU, US Must Fulfill Nuclear Deal Obligations Sputnik 09 Aug 2021 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi urged European countries and the United States on Monday to follow through on their nuclear deal obligations, official IRNA news reported.
Alireza Zakani elected 19th Tehran mayor IRNA 08 Aug 2021 -- The Tehran city council on Sunday elected Alireza Zakani as the city's new mayor.
Iran's Raeisi picks vice president, chief of staff in first appointments Press TV 08 Aug 2021 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi has made his first appointments since taking office earlier this month.
Raisi Chooses Head Of Sanctioned Iranian Conglomerate To Be His First Vice President RFE/RL 08 Aug 2021 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has named the chairman of a powerful state-owned conglomerate sanctioned by the United States as his first vice president.
Raisi terms public vaccination as unavoidable necessity IRNA 08 Aug 2021 -- Iranian newly-elected President Ebrahim Raisi on Sunday described public vaccination against COVID-19 as an unavoidable necessity.
COVID-19 kills 542 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 08 Aug 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 94,015 with 542 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry said on Sunday.
Iranian Red Crescent receives 12th batch of COVID-19 vaccine IRNA 08 Aug 2021 -- Iranian Red Crescent secretary general said that the entity has received the 12th batch of COVID-19 vaccines and handed them to the Ministry of Health .
Iran committed to Persian Gulf safety: Spox IRNA 07 Aug 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh condemned the unfounded statement by G7 foreign minister and EU foreign policy chief on the recent Oman Sea incident, stating that Iran is committed to the safety of the Persian Gulf waterway.
Commander says recent maritime incident "psychological operation" by foes IRNA 07 Aug 2021 -- The chief spokesman for Iran's Armed Forces said that if Iran were supposed to counter the enemy, it would publicly announce it, like what it did in the missile attack on Ayn al Asad Airbase, calling the recent maritime incident off the coast of Oman a psychological operation.
Iran rejects 'baseless' G7 accusation over tanker attack, says committed to Persian Gulf security Press TV 07 Aug 2021 -- Iran has denounced a "baseless" statement issued by the Group of Seven (G7) which has accused the country of involvement in last week's attack on an Israeli-managed ship off the coast of Oman, reiterating the Islamic Republic's commitment to ensuring security in the strategic Persian Gulf.
Iran warns of 'harsh response' if enemies retest its power Press TV 07 Aug 2021 -- Head of the Aerospace Division of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has warned the enemies against any acts of aggression, saying they will face a "harsh response" if they retest Iran's power.
Iranian Foreign Ministry Condemns Accusations by G7 and EU of Attacking Tanker in Gulf of Oman Sputnik 07 Aug 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson condemned the "baseless" accusations by G7 of attacking the Mercer Street tanker in the Gulf of Oman, the national Mehr news agency reported on Saturday.
EU Official Says Iran Ready To Restart Nuclear Talks In September: Reports RFE/RL 07 Aug 2021 -- A senior European Union official says Iran is ready to resume suspended nuclear talks as soon early September, Western news agencies are reporting.
President urges plan for boosting fight against COVID-19 IRNA 07 Aug 2021 -- Iranian newly-elected President Ebrahim Raisi on Saturday called for finalizing a plan for boosting the national fight against COVID-19.
COVID-19 kills 387 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 07 Aug 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 93,473 with 387 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry said on Saturday.
Iran president gives one-week ultimatum for anti-COVID plan overhaul Press TV 07 Aug 2021 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi has set an ultimatum for the government to drastically change its methods of fighting the coronavirus pandemic as the country's health system struggles under a fifth wave of infections.
COVID-19 kills 458 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 06 Aug 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 93,086 with 458 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry said on Friday.
Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Hua Chunying's Remarks on Iran's New President Ebrahim Raisi's Assumption of Duty PRC MofA 06 Aug 2021
G7 Foreign Ministers' Statement on the MV Mercer Street Attack US Dept. of State 06 Aug 2021 -- The text of the following statement was released by the G7 foreign ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union.
G7 Blames Iran For Attack On Tanker, U.S. Military Reveals 'Evidence' Of Drone Strike RFE/RL 06 Aug 2021 -- The U.S. military and the Group of Seven (G7) leading industrialized countries blamed Iran on August 6 for last week's attack on a tanker in international waters off Oman.
COVID-19 kills 434 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 05 Aug 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 92,628 with 434 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry said on Thursday.
Raisi sworn in as Iran's new president People's Daily 06 Aug 2021 -- Ebrahim Raisi was sworn in on Thursday as the new president of Iran in the parliament.
Raisi Takes Oath as Iran's New President VOA 05 Aug 2021 -- Ebrahim Raisi was sworn in Thursday as Iran's new president.
New Iranian President Raisi Sworn In Before Parliament RFE/RL 05 Aug 2021 -- Ebrahim Raisi took his oath before parliament on August 5 to complete his inauguration making him Iran's new president.
Ebrahim Raeisi takes oath of office at parliament as Iran's eighth president Press TV 05 Aug 2021 -- After having his mandate endorsed by Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, Ebrahim Raeisi has taken the oath of office to be officially inaugurated as the eighth president of the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Ebrahim Raisi takes oath of office as new Iranian president IRNA 05 Aug 2021 -- Iran's new President Ebrahim Raisi took the oath of office in a ceremony held at the Iranian parliament in Tehran on Thursday.
Ebrahim Raisi Sworn In as New President of Iran Sputnik 05 Aug 2021 -- Ebrahim Raisi took an oath of office as the new president of Iran on Thursday, the IRIB broadcaster reported.
President Raisi: Iran supports any diplomatic plan to help lift sanctions IRNA 05 Aug 2021 -- Iran's new President said in a swearing-in ceremony on Thursday that the incumbent government elected by the nation will stand up for the interests of the people and bring about justice, and that the new government will support any diplomatic effort or plan to help remove the sanctions.
Raeisi: Sanctions, pressures will not dissuade Iranians from pursuing their legal rights Press TV 05 Aug 2021 -- Iran's President Ebrahim Raeisi says the US policy of imposing sanctions and mounting pressure on the Iranian nation will not deter the nation from pursuing its legal rights, including the right to development.
U.S. Urges Raisi's Iran To Resume Nuclear Talks 'Soon' RFE/RL 05 Aug 2021 -- The United States has urged Iran to return to talks on reviving the 2015 nuclear deal after the new hard-line president, Ebrahim Raisi, said he would seek a diplomatic way to end sanctions.
US Waiting to See What Happens Next After Iran's New President Took Office, White House Says Sputnik 05 Aug 2021 -- The Biden administration waiting to see what happens next with the Iran nuclear talks following President Ebrahim Raisi's inauguration, White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki said on Thursday.
FM spox: Iran's response to any stupid move will be decisive IRNA 05 Aug 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh stressed that Iran's response to any kind of foolish act will be harsh.
IRGC chief warns Israel: Iran's reaction to any threat will be crushing Press TV 05 Aug 2021 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC)'s chief commander has sternly warned the enemies, especially Israel, against issuing threats against Iran, reminding them that the Islamic Republic's reaction to any act of aggression will be crushing.
Israel Threatens 'Military Action' Against Iran As Regional Tensions Mount RFE/RL 05 Aug 2021 -- Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz said on August 5 that his country is prepared to "take military action against Iran."
COVID-19 kills 409 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 04 Aug 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 92,194 with 409 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry said on Wednesday.
Iranian Hospitals Overflow As Number Of Reported Covid-19 Cases Passes 4 Million RFE/RL 04 Aug 2021 -- The number of reported coronavirus cases in Iran surpassed 4 million on August 4 amid a vicious wave of infections driven by the highly contagious delta variant.
Britain's Top General Calls for Retaliation on Iran for Drone Strike VOA 04 Aug 2021 -- Britain's top military commander, General Nick Carter, said Wednesday that Western powers need to retaliate for a suspected Iranian drone strike on an oil tanker, which killed a British security guard and the ship's Romanian captain — otherwise Tehran will feel emboldened.
Iran's reaction to reports of security incidents in Sea of Oman ISNA 04 Aug 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh described as totally suspicious the reports of successive security incidents involving vessels in the Persian Gulf and the Sea of Oman, warning against any effort to create a vicious atmosphere to pursue certain political goals.
Iran: Reports of maritime incidents Western psywar for new adventurism Press TV 04 Aug 2021 -- The Iranian Armed Forces have denounced recent contradictory reports of maritime incidents and hijacking in the Sea of Oman as a Western "psychological warfare" meant to set the ground for new adventurism.
Iran denies rumors about military forces entering foreign ships in Persian Gulf Press TV 04 Aug 2021 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry has dismissed rumors about the entry of the country's military forces into foreign ships passing in the Persian Gulf and the Sea of Oman, warning against such false reports propagated by the Western and Zionist media.
U.S. Says Iran Believed Behind Hijacking Of Vessel In Gulf Of Oman RFE/RL 04 Aug 2021 -- The United States said that it believes Iranian forces hijacked the Panama-flagged Asphalt Princess tanker in the Gulf of Oman but is not in a position to confirm.
Israel Claims Iran Will Obtain Nuclear Weapon Materials in 10 Weeks Sputnik 04 Aug 2021 -- Israeli Defence Minister Benny Gantz said on Wednesday that Iran will be able to produce military-grade nuclear materials as soon as 10 weeks from now, owing to a sweeping violation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Iran reaffirming its strong commitment to regional stability, maritime security ISNA 04 Aug 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh stressed that Iran is reaffirming its strong commitment to regional stability and maritime security.
Iran's supreme leader endorses Raisi as new president People's Daily 04 Aug 2021 -- Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Tuesday endorsed Ebrahim Raisi as the new president of the Islamic republic.
Iran's newly-elected President Raeisi calls for promotion of political, economic ties with Latin America Press TV 04 Aug 2021 -- Iran's newly-elected President Ebrahim Raeisi has reaffirmed the Islamic Republic's policy to strengthen relations with Latin American countries.
Iran Sentences German And British Dual Nationals To More Than 10 Years In Prison RFE/RL 04 Aug 2021 -- An Iranian Revolutionary Court has sentenced two dual nationals, German-Iranian Nahid Taghavi and British-Iranian Mehran Raouf, to more than 10 years in prison.
COVID-19 kills 378 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 03 Aug 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 91,785 with 378 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry said on Tuesday.
Iran warns against false propaganda about security, ships' incidents IRNA 03 Aug 2021 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh here on Tuesday reacted to certain news about a series of security incidents for the ships in the Persian Gulf and the Sea of Oman and warned that any false propagation serves certain political intentions.
Statement by the acting NATO Spokesperson on the Mercer Street vessel attack NATO 03 Aug 2021 -- We join Allies in strongly condemning the recent fatal attack on the MV Mercer Street off the coast of Oman, and express our condolences to Romania and the United Kingdom for the losses they have suffered.
NATO, EU Join Criticism Of Iran After Deadly Tanker Attack RFE/RL 03 Aug 2021 -- NATO and the European Union have added to Western criticism of Iran over a purported drone attack on a merchant ship in the Arabian Sea that killed two crewmen last week, urging Tehran to respect its international obligations.
Iran denies rumors about military forces entering foreign ships in Persian Gulf Press TV 03 Aug 2021 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry has dismissed rumors about the entry of the country's military forces into foreign ships passing in the Persian Gulf and the Sea of Oman, warning against such false reports propagated by the Western and Zionist media.
Iran Boasts Capability to Carry Out 'Every Type of Drone Operation' Sputnik 03 Aug 2021 -- Despite its status as a regional, rather than a global power, the Islamic Republic has successfully developed and fielded a world-class collection of drones, with its designs ranging from small, slow-moving reconnaissance unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to multirole tactical systems and long-range jet-powered suicide drones.
Iran's Raisi Inaugurated Vowing To Fight 'Tyrannical' U.S. Sanctions RFE/RL 03 Aug 2021 -- Ultraconservative Ebrahim Raisi was credentialed by Iran's supreme leader on August 3 in a two-step inauguration process that will fully usher in the controversial former prosecutor's hard-line administration over the next two days.
Endorsed by Ayatollah Khamenei, Ebrahim Raeisi becomes Iran's 8th president Press TV 03 Aug 2021 -- Ebrahim Raeisi is now officially the 8th president of the Islamic Republic of Iran after his mandate was endorsed by Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei at a ceremony in Tehran, weeks after the ex-Judiciary chief won the country's 13th presidential election by a landslide.
Supreme Leader endorses President-elect Ebrahim Raisi's decree IRNA 03 Aug 2021 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei on Tuesday endorsed the decree of Ebrahim Raisi as the next President of Iran.
Leader: The new President must be with the people in the true sense of the word IRNA 03 Aug 2021 -- The Endorsement Ceremony for the 13th President of the Islamic Republic of Iran was held in Imam Khomeini's Hussainiyah on Tuesday, August 3, 2021, in the presence of the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution and a number of the country's officials. The President-elect was appointed the President of Iran by the Leader of the Islamic Revolution.
Leader: Nation's election turnout, firm answer to enemies' conspiracies IRNA 03 Aug 2021 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei said here on Tuesday that Iran's enemies had been hatching plots against the Islamic Republic for quite a time by propagating election-boycott but the nation gave them a strong answer by their participation.
Leader: Today, our dear homeland needs competent, wise, brave management IRNA 03 Aug 2021 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei said Iran is ready to take leaps towards progress in all areas and is longing for receiving services (from officials).
Iran presidential election symbol of religious democracy: Raisi IRNA 03 Aug 2021 -- Ebrahim Raisi, the new President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, said on Tuesday that the June 18 presidential election was a symbol of religious democracy during which the Iranians showcased a glorious turnout.
Iran cenbank launches legal action against Bahrain over confiscated funds Press TV 03 Aug 2021 -- The central Bank of Iran (CBI) has announced it has started taking legal action against a court ruling in Bahrain to confiscate funds belonging to the CBI and other Iranian banks under allegations of money laundering.
In a letter to President Rouhani: Supreme Leader calls for any necessary measure to contain spread of COVID-19 IRNA 02 Aug 2021 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, in a letter to President Hassan Rouhani on Monday, called for any possible measure to contain the spread of the coronavirus disease and the circulation of the virus.
COVID-19 kills 411 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 02 Aug 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 91,407 with 411 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry said on Monday.
New batch of Chinese COVID-19 vaccines arrives in Iran IRNA 02 Aug 2021 -- Assistant Foreign Minister and Director General of Asia-Pacific Department Reza Zabib said on Sunday that Iran has received the new consignment of the Chinese COVID-19 vaccines.
Iran Threatens 'Prompt, Strong' Response To Threats As U.K. Chides Tehran Over Deadly Tanker Attack RFE/RL 02 Aug 2021 -- Tehran warned on August 2 that it would respond swiftly to any threat to its security, as the United Kingdom summoned the Iranian ambassador over what London and allies say was a deadly attack on a commercial ship off the coast of Oman ordered by Tehran.
Iran defender of innocent passage of ships: Spox IRNA 02 Aug 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh said on Monday that Iran is a defender of innocent passage of ships in the Persian Gulf and the International waters.
UK's blaming of Iran for ship attack ill-advised IRNA 02 Aug 2021 -- The UK hastily followed suite with the Israeli regime in blaming Iran for the deadly ship attack off Oman coast, neglecting the fact that the ill-advised measure won't have a positive effect on its ties with Iran, as the new Iranian president is nearly taking office.
No indication of Iran's involvement in Israeli tanker attack: Russia Press TV 02 Aug 2021 -- A senior Russian foreign ministry official strictly rejects existence of any indications pointing to Iran's likely involvement in a recent attack on an Israeli oil tanker off the Omani coast.
US, UK join Israel in accusing Iran of tanker attack, give green signal for 'response' Press TV 02 Aug 2021 -- The United States and the United Kingdom have joined Israel in accusing Iran of orchestrating Thursday's attack on an Israeli tanker off the coast of Oman, despite Tehran's firm denial.
Israeli Defense Minister Says Attack on Mercer Street Vessel Constitutes 'Escalation' Sputnik 02 Aug 2021 -- Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz said on Monday that Iran's alleged involvement in the attack on the Mercer Street tanker in the Indian Ocean violated international law and was an act of "escalation."
Fleet of Ghadir-class submarines testament to Iran's growing naval combat power Press TV 02 Aug 2021 -- Iran has taken giant strides to achieve self-sufficiency in producing sophisticated military equipment, including the world's best submarines, despite decades-long sanctions and an arms embargo.
No new deal on Iran nuclear program possible, no alternative to JCPOA: Top Russia negotiator Press TV 02 Aug 2021 -- Russia's lead negotiator at the Vienna talks on the revival of a 2015 nuclear deal between Iran and major world powers says it is not possible to reach a new agreement on the Iranian nuclear program.
Spokesman: Any adventurism will be met with Iran's immediate, powerful response Press TV 02 Aug 2021 -- The spokesman for Iran's Foreign Ministry has warned against any possible act of adventurism against the country's interests, pledging "immediate, powerful, and serious" response to any such move.
Official: Iran will give crushing response to any measure against its interests, national security Press TV 02 Aug 2021 -- An informed Iranian source says the country will give a strong and crushing response to any measure taken against its national interests and security, blaming Britain and the US for the consequences of such moves against Tehran.
COVID-19 kills 366 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 01 Aug 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 90,996 with 366 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry said on Sunday.
Iranian Red Crescent receives 10th batch of COVID-19 Vaccines IRNA 01 Aug 2021 -- Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) ‎imported the 10th consignment of the COVID-19 vaccines to the country on ‎Sunday morning.
Iran tells citizens to leave Afghan cities amid heightened security risks Press TV 01 Aug 2021 -- The Iranian embassy in Afghanistan has issued an urgent warning calling on citizens to immediately leave cities outside the capital Kabul amid deteriorating security situation in the country.
Attack on Mercer Street Vessel US Dept. of State 01 Aug 2021 -- "We join our partners and allies in our strong condemnation of the attack against the Mercer Street, a commercial ship that was peacefully transiting through the north Arabian Sea in international waters."
Israeli PM Bennett: We Have Evidence That Iran is Behind Attack on Oil Tanker Mercer Street Sputnik 01 Aug 2021 -- The Liberian-flagged vessel came under attack on 30 July, when it was sailing northeast of the Omani island of Masirah. Two people – a British national and a Romanian citizen – were killed. Israel immediately put the blame on Iran, a claim the Islamic Republic has vehemently denied.
Britain, Israel Accuse Iran Of Deadly Oil Tanker Attack; Tehran Denies Involvement RFE/RL 01 Aug 2021 -- Britain has joined Israel in accusing Iran of being behind an attack last week on an Israeli-managed oil tanker off the coast of Oman that killed two people, a Briton and a Romanian.
US, Britain Blame Iran for Deadly Oil Tanker Attack VOA 01 Aug 2021 -- The United States and Britain on Sunday blamed Iran for a drone attack last week on an oil tanker off the coast of Oman that killed two people.
Israel's accusation of Iran's involvement in ship attack 'childish', influenced by Zionist lobby: Foreign Ministry Press TV 01 Aug 2021 -- The spokesman for Iran's Foreign Ministry says recent accusations leveled against Tehran by Israel and the United States about attacking an Israeli-owned merchant ship in the Sea of Oman are "childish" and influenced by the Zionist lobby in the United States.
Rouhani says his gov't tried to lessen effects of US sanctions IRNA 01 Aug 2021 -- Iran's outgoing President Hassan Rouhani stressed the fact that his government has made efforts for reducing the effects of US sanctions.
Iranians Fear Turning Into Another 'North Korea' If Draconian Internet Censorship Bill Passes RFE/RL 01 Aug 2021 -- Iranians are warning of public anger and drawing parallels with the world's most oppressive regimes as legislation makes its way through the country's parliament that could intensify online censorship and further restrict Internet access.

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