September 2021 - Iran Special Weapons News

COVID-19 kills 268 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 30 Sep 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 120,428 with 268 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Thursday.
Iranian scientists achieve mRNA covid vaccine development technology IRNA 30 Sep 2021 -- A researcher at Celltech Pharmed medical company said that Iranian scientists have achieved mRNA technology used in Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines.
Iran receives second 6m-dose batch of COVID-19 vaccine IRNA 30 Sep 2021 -- The secretary general of Iran's Red Crescent Society (RCS) said that it had received the second six-million-dose batch of COVID-19 vaccine which is the 23rd consignment of vaccine the body has so far imported.
Health Minister: 53 million Iranians vaccinated IRNA 30 Sep 2021 -- Minister of Health, Remedy and Medical Treatment Bahram Einollahi referring to the acceleration of the vaccination against coronavirus in Iran said that while in July five million doses of vaccines were injected now the statistics show that 53 million Iranians have been vaccinated.
Army Ground Force set to hold military drill in NW Iran Press TV 30 Sep 2021 -- The Iranian Army's Ground Force is set to stage a military exercise in the country's northwestern region.
IRGC Issues Veiled Warning to Azerbaijan, Says Tehran Won't Tolerate Israeli Presence Near Borders Sputnik 30 Sep 2021 -- Azerbaijan is one of about a dozen Muslim nations maintaining diplomatic relations with Israel, and the two countries have enjoyed close defence ties since 2012, when Tel Aviv agreed to sell Baku $1.6 billion in drones and air defence systems. The drones were used in the month-and-a-half-long war in Armenian militia-controlled Karabakh last year.
FM spox: Iran accepts nothing more than JCPOA IRNA 30 Sep 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh has said that Iran accepts nothing more than the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action better known as the JCPOA.
Iran's Nuclear Chief Says June Sabotage Inflicted Severe Damage on Karaj Facility Sputnik 30 Sep 2021 -- The nuclear site in the Iranian city of Karaj, where inspectors from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) were not allowed to enter, was destroyed in a sabotage attack, Mohammad Eslami, Vice President of Iran, head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), said.
All uninvited foreign forces must leave Syria without further delay: Iran's envoy to UN ISNA 29 Sep 2021 -- Ambassador and Permanent Representative of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the United Nations Majid Takht Ravanchi stressed that thanks to the efforts made by Special Envoy of the UN for Syria and cooperation of the Syrian Government, the next meeting of the Constitutional Committee is expected to take place soon and this is an encouraging development.
Iran ready to extend gas contract with Iraq: NIGC chief Press TV 29 Sep 2021 -- The newly-appointed CEO of the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) says Tehran is ready to extend a natural gas export contract with neighboring Iraq despite massive arrears owed by Baghdad for previous imports.
Iran's COVID-19 death toll exceeds 120,000 IRNA 29 Sep 2021 -- Some 272 more Iranians have died from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) over the past 24 hours bringing the country's total deaths to 120,160, Iran's Health Ministry said on Monday.
Chinese FM urges US to drop 'long-arm jurisdiction' after US reportedly asked China to cut oil imports from Iran Global Times 29 Sep 2021 -- In response to a media report of the US asking China to cut oil imports from Iran, China's Foreign Ministry said on Wednesday that China's cooperation with Iran is conducted within the framework of international law and urged the US to drop its "long-arm jurisdiction."
Expel terrorists or we'll destroy their lairs: IRGC to KRG authorities Press TV 29 Sep 2021 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) warns that it will take action to destroy terrorist and counterrevolutionary outfits' positions in the northern Iraqi Kurdistan Region if the regional authorities do not expel these elements themselves.
Iran imported 73m doses of COVID-19 vaccine: Official IRNA 28 Sep 2021 -- Iran has imported over 73 million doses of COVID-19 vaccine so far, according to Vice Chairman of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA) Mehrdad Jamali.
COVID-19 kills 239 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 28 Sep 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 119,888 with 239 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Tuesday.
Iran says military drill in northwest a sovereign issue IRNA 28 Sep 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh said on Tuesday that the military drill held in northwest of Iran was a sovereignty issue and the Islamic Republic of Iran wouldn't tolerate the presence of the Israeli regime near its borders.
Iranian official: Washington not qualified to comment on Iran ties with IAEA IRNA 28 Sep 2021 -- Countries that have not condemned terrorist acts against the Iranian nuclear site have no authority to comment on the visit, said Head of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami on Tuesday in Moscow in response to the recent US statement about U.N. nuclear watchdog access.
Iran security forces dismantle foreign-backed terrorist group, kill ringleader: Intelligence Ministry Press TV 28 Sep 2021 -- Iranian security forces have dismantled a foreign-backed terrorist group and killed its ringleader, the Intelligence Ministry says.
Iran dismisses Aliev's remarks about military drills near Azeri border Press TV 28 Sep 2021 -- Reacting to Azerbaijan's criticism of Iran for holding military exercises near its borders, the Foreign Ministry spokesman says the Islamic Republic has only been exercising its right to sovereignty by holding the drills.
Iran's top nuclear official rejects US call for IAEA's access to Karaj complex Press TV 28 Sep 2021 -- Iran has rejected a US call to grant IAEA inspectors access to a nuclear site that was targeted by sabotage, saying Washington was not qualified to take such a stand without condemning the terrorist attack.
Iranian Official Says US Has No Right to Comment on Ties Between Tehran, IAEA Sputnik 28 Sep 2021 -- Countries that have not condemned a sabotage attack against Iran's nuclear site in Karaj in June are not qualified to comment on Tehran denying access to the facility, Mohammad Eslami, the head of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), said on Tuesday, state-run IRNA news agency reported.
COVID-19 kills 289 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 27 Sep 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 119,649 with 289 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Monday.
Iran says IAEA biased report could disrupt constructive cooperation IRNA 27 Sep 2021 -- Spokesman of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Behrouz Kamalvandi on Monday called on the IAEA not to disrupt the constructive process with "purposeful and biased reports".
Iran says IAEA report on Tessa complex in Karaj "isn't accurate" IRNA 27 Sep 2021 -- Iran's ambassador to the Vienna-based international organizations Kazem Gharibabadi said on Sunday night that the report of the chief of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) about the cameras of Tessa complex in Karaj is "beyond the agreed terms" and not accurate.
Iran warns IAEA: Spiteful reports will undermine constructive cooperation Press TV 27 Sep 2021 -- Iran has rejected a complaint by the UN nuclear watchdog that it was denied access to a nuclear site in violation of an understanding reached earlier this month, warning the agency that "wrong and spiteful" reports would disrupt constructive cooperation between the two sides.
Iran decries 'inaccurate' IAEA report Press TV 27 Sep 2021 -- Iran's permanent ambassador to the international organizations in Vienna decries the UN nuclear agency for accusing the Islamic Republic of non-cooperation with the organization.
Iran Denies IAEA Access to Karaj Nuclear Facility Due to Ongoing Sabotage Probe Sputnik 27 Sep 2021 -- The leadership of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has been informed that the agreement on access to surveillance cameras is not applicable to the centrifuge assembly facility in Karaj, as now it is being examined in the June sabotage case, an Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) spokesman said on Monday.
IAEA Claims Iran Failed to Fully Honor Agreement on Nuclear Monitoring Equipment Sputnik 27 Sep 2021 -- The UN watchdog earlier revealed that it had reached an agreement on September 12 with Iranian officials that would allow inspectors to monitor equipment tied to the nation's nuclear technology program.
UN Nuclear Watchdog Says Iran Denying Monitoring Access At 'Indispensable' Site RFE/RL 27 Sep 2021 -- Iran has not allowed international inspectors access to a centrifuge-component-manufacturing workshop as agreed under a monitoring deal reached two weeks ago, the UN nuclear watchdog says.
Iran's IRGC says 2 of its members killed in fire at research center in Tehran Press TV 27 Sep 2021 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says two of its members have succumbed to injuries in a fire that broke out at one of its research centers in the capital, Tehran.
Iran nuclear programme at 'critical point', Israeli Prime Minister warns UN News 27 Sep 2021 -- With Iran's nuclear programme at a "watershed moment", the country must be stopped from acquiring a nuclear weapon, Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett said on Monday in his inaugural speech to the UN General Assembly.
Israeli PM Says Iran Crossed All Nuclear 'Red Lines' RFE/RL 27 Sep 2021 -- In his first address to the United Nations General Assembly, Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett said Iran had crossed "all red lines" in its nuclear program, and vowed that Israel "will not allow" Tehran to acquire a nuclear weapon.
Israeli PM Bennett Accuses Iran of Seeking to Dominate Mideast 'Under Nuclear Umbrella' Sputnik 27 Sep 2021 -- Tel Aviv has spent over a decade accusing Tehran of secretly pursuing nuclear weapons, and has threatened to take unilateral military action against the Islamic Republic to prevent it building a nuke. Iran denies that it has any plans to pursue nukes, and has urged the international community to pressure Israel to dismantle its own WMDs.
COVID-19 kills 288 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 26 Sep 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 119,360 with 288 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Sunday.
COVID-19 in Iran: 'Prospects look good' as over 50% of target population vaccinated by at least one dose Press TV 26 Sep 2021 -- More than 50 percent of Iran's target population have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, as the country's vaccination rollout accelerates, made possible in part by larger foreign vaccine imports.
IRGC announces fire at one of IRGC research centers IRNA 26 Sep 2021 -- The Public Relations of the Islamic Revolution Gerard Corps (IRGC) announced on Sunday evening that the fire outbreak at one of IRGC research centers in west of Tehran led to injuries of three of its employees.
Fire breaks out at IRGC research center in Tehran, injures 3 Press TV 26 Sep 2021 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says a fire has broken out at one of its research centers in the capital, Tehran, leaving three people injured.
Washington should be "more active" in restoring Iran nuclear deal: Russian FM People's Daily 26 Sep 2021 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Saturday called on Washington to play a "more active role" in helping resume the stalled talks aimed at reviving the 2015 Iran nuclear deal.
COVID-19 kills 280 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 25 Sep 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 119,082 with 280 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Saturday.
Official: Iran vaccinates 400,000 foreign nationals IRNA 25 Sep 2021 -- Head of the Iranian Red Crescent Society Karim Hemmati said some 400,000 foreign nationals have received COVID-19 vaccine in Iran.
Second batch of Iran's humanitarian aid arrives in Kabul Press TV 25 Sep 2021 -- An Iranian plane carrying 21 tons of humanitarian food aid has landed in the Kabul airport, in the second flight from the Islamic Republic to the Afghan capital since the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan.
FM Amirabdollahian: Iran ready for outcome-oriented talks IRNA 25 Sep 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said on Saturday that despite the US misdeeds as well as European inaction, Iran is committed to diplomacy and ready for outcome-oriented talks that will protect the interests and rights of the Iranians.
Iran judges US by its practical behavior, not contradictory signals: FM Press TV 25 Sep 2021 -- Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says Iran judges the United States based on the actual actions it takes not the contradictory signals that it relays through various channels.
Russia FM slams unilateral sanctions on Iran, urges 'more active' US role to revive JCPOA Press TV 25 Sep 2021 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has criticized the unilateral sanctions imposed against Iran after the United States' withdrawal from a 2015 nuclear agreement, urging Washington to take a "more active" approach to help resume stalled talks aimed at reviving the deal.
COVID-19 kills 284 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 24 Sep 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 118,792 with 284 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Friday.
2nd Iran fuel tanker for Lebanese docks at Syrian port IRNA 24 Sep 2021 -- The Lebanese resistance movement Hezbollah has declared that the second Iranian tanker carrying mazut has docked at Banyas port in Syria to transit fuel to Lebanon.
Second tanker ship carrying Iranian fuel to Lebanon arrives in Syria's Baniyas port: Hezbollah Press TV 24 Sep 2021 -- The Lebanese Hezbollah resistance movement has announced the arrival of a second Iranian tanker ship loaded with diesel in Syria in order to help ease crippling fuel shortages in crisis-stricken Lebanon amid a dire economic crisis.
Iran Says Talks On Nuclear Deal To Resume 'Very Soon' RFE/RL 24 Sep 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says Tehran will return to negotiations on resuming compliance with the 2015 nuclear deal "very soon."
Iran to return to nuclear negotiating table: Amirabdollahian IRNA 24 Sep 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has underlined that the Islamic Republic will return to a fruitful and meaningful nuclear negotiation as soon as possible.
FM: Iran ready to resume nuclear talks but US sending 'negative sign' Press TV 24 Sep 2021 -- Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says Iran is ready to resume talks on reviving the 2015 nuclear deal but the administration of US President Joe Biden is sending a "negative sign" by keeping illegal sanctions on Tehran.
Iran engages in only results-oriented talks; high time for US to wake up to new reality: Foreign Ministry Press TV 24 Sep 2021 -- The spokesman for Iran's Foreign Ministry has once again reiterated Tehran's resolve to engage in only results-oriented talks on ways to revive a nuclear deal it snatched with world powers in 2015, saying it is high time for the United States, which unilaterally abandoned the agreement, "to wake up to new reality."
COVID-19 kills 317 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 23 Sep 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 118,508 with 317 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Thursday.
Iran to receive 10 mln J&J, Pfizer vaccine doses from Belgium Press TV 23 Sep 2021 -- Iranian customs office IRICA say the country will receive 10 million coronavirus vaccine doses manufactured in Belgium under American brands of J&J and Pfizer.
Fifth Iranian fuel shipment enters Lebanon Press TV 23 Sep 2021 -- Lebanon's media outlets have reported entrance into the United States-sanctioned country of a fifth shipment carrying Iranian fuel as announced earlier by the Lebanese resistance movement Hezbollah.
Iran Ups Pressure on Kurdish Rebels VOA 23 Sep 2021 -- Iran is threatening to expand a bombing campaign targeting rebels in border villages of Iraq's autonomous Kurdistan region, saying Iraqi Kurdish authorities must expel the rebels or the offensive will broaden.
Tehran slams UK foreign secretary's 'harsh tweets', urges London to adopt long overdue change in approach Press TV 23 Sep 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman has reacted to "harsh tweets" by UK Foreign Secretary Liz Truss, saying such slogans may fetch headlines but they can never replace lawful verdicts issued by the courts, making a reference to the case of imprisoned British-Iranian national Nazanin Zaghari.
U.S. Official Signals Iran Frustrations, Worries About Tehran's 'Plan B' RFE/RL 23 Sep 2021 -- A senior U.S. official has expressed growing impatience at a lack of Iranian movement toward talks on reviving a moribund nuclear agreement with world powers and cited fears of a "Plan B" that keeps Tehran on a dangerous atomic path.
Iran: Foreign Secretary meets Iranian Foreign Minister, 22 September 2021 UK FCDO 22 Sep 2021 -- Foreign Secretary Liz Truss met Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian today at the UN General Assembly.
COVID-19 kills 286 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 22 Sep 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 118,191 with 286 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Wednesday.
Iran's foreign ministry to ease import of 15m covid vaccine doses weekly IRNA 22 Sep 2021 -- A senior official in Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that 15 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines would be imported by tomorrow and the ministry aimed efforts at receiving 15 million doses on a weekly basis.
Iran ready to export Iranian-made COVID-19 vaccines to Vietnam ISNA 22 Sep 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian has met with his Vietnamese counterpart on the sidelines of the 76th session of the UN General Assembly in New York.
Iran, Germany FMs discuss nuclear deal, bilateral ties, Afghanistan ISNA 22 Sep 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian met with his German counterpart Heiko Maas on the sidelines of the 76th session of the UN General Assembly in New York.
Iran FM, EU foreign policy chief discuss JCPOA, Vienna talks ISNA 22 Sep 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian, has met the EU's High Representative for Foreign Affairs Joseph Borrell on the sidelines of the 76th session of the UN General Assembly in New York.
Iran FM: Boosting ties with neighbors, region priority of new govt. Press TV 22 Sep 2021 -- Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says bolstering relations with Iran's neighbors and regional states is top on the agenda of the country's new administration.
US reviewing waiver on Iranian fuel exports to Afghanistan after Taliban takeover Press TV 22 Sep 2021 -- The administration of US President Joe Biden is reportedly reviewing a 2018 sanctions waiver, which allowed Afghanistan to purchase Iranian gasoline and gasoil.
Foreign minister: Iran will resume JCPOA revival talks in Vienna Press TV 22 Sep 2021 -- Iran's foreign minister has announced that the new administration will resume talks in Vienna aimed at resuscitating a US-scrapped nuclear agreement between Iran and the remaining parties to the deal.
Sanctions are 'US way of war', Iranian President at UN UN News 21 Sep 2021 -- In his speech to the high-level General Debate at the UN General Assembly on Tuesday, Iranian President Seyyed Ebrahim Raisi called for an end to United States sanctions against his country, describing them as a method of waging war.
COVID-19 kills 379 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 21 Sep 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 117,905 with 379 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Tuesday.
JCPOA Joint Commission meeting not on agenda: Spox IRNA 21 Sep 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh said that a meeting of Joint Commission of the JCPOA was not on the agenda and Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahanian would meet bilaterally with JCPOA participants.
Iran, IAEA agreed to establish ties based on mutual respect, good will IRNA 21 Sep 2021 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami and Managing Director of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Rafael Grossi in a meeting in Vienna on Monday agreed that setting the foundations for relations based on mutual respect and good will is necessary.
Iran, Germany discuss latest developments around JCPOA IRNA 21 Sep 2021 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami and Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy Peter Altmaier, in a meeting in Vienna on Tuesday, reviewed the latest developments surrounding a 2015 Iran nuclear deal – known as JCPOA.
Biden voices his readiness to resume nuclear talks with Iran Press TV 21 Sep 2021 -- US President Joe Biden has announced his willingness to rejoin the 2015 nuclear deal with Iran and resolve the issue with the Islamic Republic over its peaceful nuclear program.
Iran nuclear chief: US should remove all sanctions to resume JCPOA revival talks Press TV 21 Sep 2021 -- Iran's nuclear chief says the United States should remove all sanctions it has imposed on the Islamic Republic in order for the stalled negotiations on the revival of the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, officially known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), to resume.
In NYC for UN event, FM stresses pursuing 'balanced' foreign policy Press TV 21 Sep 2021 -- Upon arriving in New York for the 76th United Nations General Assembly Session, Iran's foreign minister outlines the foreign policy objectives he intends to pursue during his upcoming meetings with his counterparts from across the world.
EU's Borrell Says No Ministerial Meeting Planned At UN On Iran Nuclear Talks RFE/RL 21 Sep 2021 -- European Union foreign policy chief Josep Borrell says he will meet with his new Iranian counterpart on September 21 on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York, but Borrell said no ministerial meeting of the parties to the 2015 nuclear deal is on the agenda.
Iran Says Nuclear Talks To Resume In Vienna 'Soon' RFE/RL 21 Sep 2021 -- New Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi wants talks with world powers to revive the landmark 2015 nuclear deal to lead to the removal of all U.S. sanctions.
COVID-19 kills 344 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 20 Sep 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 117,526 with 344 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Monday.
Decision to import Iranian fuel aims to preserve dignity of Lebanese people: Hezbollah official Press TV 20 Sep 2021 -- A senior Hezbollah official has praised the arrival of the first Iranian fuel cargo in Lebanon, saying the resistance movement made the decision to import fuel from the Islamic Republic in order to preserve the dignity of the Lebanese nation and end their humiliation amid a dire financial crisis.
Lebanon Sees No Relief after Arrival of Iranian Oil Shipments VOA 20 Sep 2021 -- Lebanon's critical fuel shortages are showing no signs of ending despite the arrival of Iranian oil smuggled into the country through neighboring Syria. Hezbollah has been arranging the informal oil imports and prominent political and religious leaders are urging the new government to crack down on the smuggling — but Prime Minister Najib Mikati denies the government is involved.
Iran's IRGC destroys 4 bases of counterrevolutionary groups in northern Iraq Press TV 20 Sep 2021 -- A senior commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps says the IRGC forces have attacked and smashed four bases belonging to counterrevolutionary groups in northern Iraq.
Defense minister vows crushing response to any unwise act IRNA 20 Sep 2021 -- Iran's Defense Minister Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Qaraei Ashtiani warned enemies against any unwise measure, saying that they will receive a crushing response.
Iran's defense minister vows 'crushing response' after Israeli threats Press TV 20 Sep 2021 -- Iran's Defense Minister Brig. Gen. Mohammad-Reza Gharaei Ashtiani has reacted strongly to recent statements by Israeli leaders, and vowed a crushing response to any imprudent move.
Iran's Nuclear Chief Urges IAEA to Avoid Politicization Sputnik 20 Sep 2021 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran, Mohammad Eslami, called on the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to avoid politicization and to maintain independence and impartiality in his speech at a session of the agency's general conference on Monday.
IAEA avoids politicization, maintains its impartiality: AEOI chief ISNA 20 Sep 2021 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami stressed that Iran has always cooperated with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), at the same time, it is necessary that the IAEA avoids politicization and maintains its independence, impartiality and professionalism.
IAEA needs to maintain independence, impartiality, avoid political moves: Iran nuclear chief Press TV 20 Sep 2021 -- Iran's nuclear chief has reiterated the country's full and constant cooperation with the IAEA, urging the UN nuclear agency to remain independent and impartial and avoid politically-motivated decisions.
Iran's oil minister appoints special envoy on Iraq Press TV 20 Sep 2021 -- Iran's Oil Minister Javad Owji has for a first time appointed a special representative for petroleum issues involving the neighboring Iraq.
Iran's focus on neighborly ties facilitated vaccine imports, SCO membership: President Raeisi Press TV 20 Sep 2021 -- President Ebrahim Raeisi says Iran's focus on ties with neighboring and regional countries facilitated the import of coronavirus vaccines and the country's permanent membership in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO).
Foreign Secretary Liz Truss to meet Iranian Foreign Minister to discuss detained British nationals and nuclear deal UK FCDO 20 Sep 2021 -- Foreign Secretary Liz Truss will meet the Iranian Foreign Minister Amir Abdollahian at the UN General Assembly in New York today (20 September 2021).
COVID-19 kills 391 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 19 Sep 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 117,182 with 391 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Sunday.
Iran to launch door-to-door vaccinations to curb COVID Press TV 19 Sep 2021 -- Iran's health ministry is pushing a door-to-door vaccination campaign to immunize more Iranians against the coroanvirus.
Iran Armed Forces will dismantle terror groups in Iraq's Kurdistan region if mischief continues: Top general Press TV 19 Sep 2021 -- Chairman of the Chiefs of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Baqeri has warned about the activities of anti-Iran terrorist groups in Iraq's semi-autonomous Kurdistan region, emphasizing they will be fully dismantled in case they insist on their mischief.
Mossad assassinated Iran's top nuclear scientist with 'killer robot': NYT Press TV 19 Sep 2021 -- Israel's spying agency, Mossad, used a remote-controlled "killer robot" to assassinate Iran's top nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh last year, a report says.
Iran's Khamenei Tells Olympic Medalists That Athletes Must Boycott Sports With Israelis RFE/RL 19 Sep 2021 -- Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei told Iranian athletes that they must continue to refrain from playing competitive sports against Israelis, even if they are disciplined by international bodies for it.
Health minister: Vaccination of students aged 12-18 to start on Sunday IRNA 18 Sep 2021 -- Iran's health minister said here on Saturday: For reopening of schools it is necessary that students will have received both doses of their Corona vaccine, and we suggest that the students aged between 12 to 18 years will refer to vaccination centers tomorrow (on Sunday).
Iran's COVID-19 death toll drops to 355 IRNA 18 Sep 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 116,791 with 355 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Saturday.
Iran's COVID-19 death toll drops to 364 IRNA 17 Sep 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 116,436 with 364 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Friday.
Iran rejects GCC statement on three Iranian islands Press TV 17 Sep 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman has reacted to the final statement of the latest meeting of the Persian Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), stressing that the islands of Greater Tunb, lesser Tunb and Abu Musa definitely belong to Iran.
US threat, sanction policy has failed: Iran FM IRNA 17 Sep 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said that sanctions and threats are among the failed, but permanent, policies of the United States.
Shanghai alliance SCO gives go-ahead to Iran's full membership Press TV 17 Sep 2021 -- The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) has approved documents for Iran's full membership at the Eurasian political, economic, and security alliance at its 21st summit in Dushanbe.
Gantz: Israel Could Accept Return to JCPOA if US Has 'Plan B' for Iran's Nuclear Program Sputnik 17 Sep 2021 -- Israel has repeatedly claimed for years that Iran was close to finishing a nuclear weapon, saying that such a weapon would pose a threat to the country and threatening to take military action to stop it from happening. Despite their claims, Iran still has no such weapon and has forsworn their use alongside other weapons of mass destruction.
Iran, Russia, China, Pakistan urge formation of inclusive Afghan govt. Press TV 16 Sep 2021 -- The foreign ministers of Iran, Russia, China, and Pakistan urge the formation of an inclusive government in the now-Taliban-ruled Afghanistan that serves to represent all Afghan ethnicities.
COVID-19 kills 453 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 16 Sep 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 116,072 with 453 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Thursday.
Iran receives new cargo of COVID-19 vaccine: IRCS IRNA 16 Sep 2021 -- Five million doses of coronavirus vaccines provided by the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) have been delivered to the country's Health Ministry at Imam Khomeini International Airport, southwest Tehran, on Thursday.
Head of Health Ministry's Management Center: Children, young adults' vaccination in Iran to start in a fortnight IRNA 16 Sep 2021 -- Deputy Health Minister and head of Health Ministry's Management Center Dr. Jaafar Sadeq Tabrizi that the vaccination of children and young adults aged six to 18 will start as of two weeks from now, and will be pursued seriously.
Iran Approves Use Of U.S-Made Johnson & Johnson Coronavirus Vaccine RFE/RL 16 Sep 2021 -- Authorities in Tehran have approved use of the coronavirus vaccine produced by U.S. pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson as Iran faces a fifth wave of COVID-19 infections.
Iran will continue support for Lebanon resistance, boost all-out ties: FM Press TV 16 Sep 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has said the dignified resistance of the Lebanese people against the Zionist and Takfiri enemy is "a source of honor and pride for all regional nations and the freedom-seekers," vowing that the Islamic Republic will continue to support the resistance front.
Convoy of tankers carrying Iranian fuel arrives in Lebanon Press TV 16 Sep 2021 -- A convoy of tankers carrying Iranian fuel has arrived in Lebanon, Press TV reports.
Hezbollah Brings in Iranian Fuel to Ease Lebanon's Energy Shortage VOA 16 Sep 2021 -- As Lebanon struggles with acute fuel and electricity shortages, Iran-backed Hezbollah has arranged for oil tankers carrying Iranian diesel fuel to arrive from Syria Thursday — despite the threat of U.S. sanctions.
Russia: IAEA board calls for resumption of Vienna talks, Iran's increased cooperation with agency Press TV 16 Sep 2021 -- The Russian ambassador to international organizations in Vienna says during its latest session in the Austrian capital, the Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) called for the resumption of talks on the revival of Iran's nuclear deal, officially known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
US ceaselessly briefs Israel over JCPOA talks, sees 'eye to eye' with it over Iran strategy Press TV 16 Sep 2021 -- The United States has briefed the Israeli regime before, during, and after different rounds of negotiations in Vienna aimed at reviving the US-ditched Iran nuclear agreement, said State Department Spokesman Ned Price, adding that the US and Israel "see eye to eye" with regard to Iran's nuclear program.
Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's opening remarks at the four-party meeting with the ministers of foreign affairs of the People's Republic of China, Pakistan, and representatives from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Iran on the sidelines of the SCO Heads of State Council meeting in Dushanbe, September 16, 2021 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 16 Sep 2021
Iran's embassy in Moscow receives 300,000 doses of Sputnik V vaccines IRNA 15 Sep 2021 -- The 11th batch of Russian Sputnik V Coronavirus vaccines, comprising 300,000 doses, was delivered to the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Moscow and will be forwarded to Tehran on Thursday.
Iran Approves Russia's Sputnik Light Single-Dose COVID-19 Vaccine, RDIF Says Sputnik 15 Sep 2021 -- Iran authorized Russia's Sputnik Light single-component vaccine against the coronavirus, the Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF) announced on Wednesday.
COVID-19 kills 452 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 15 Sep 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 115,619 with 452 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Wednesday.
40% of Iranians receive first dose of coronavirus vaccine IRNA 15 Sep 2021 -- An Iranian health official announced that nearly 40 percent of people have received the first dose of COVID-19 vaccine and 18 percent have received the second shot, as well.
Iran's first humanitarian flight since Taliban takeover lands in Kabul Press TV 15 Sep 2021 -- An Iranian plane carrying humanitarian aid has landed in Kabul airport, in the first flight from the Islamic Republic to the Afghan capital since the Taliban takeover of the conflict-ridden country.
FM: Iran to firmly pursue Gen. Soleimani assassination case IRNA 15 Sep 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will do its inherent responsibility to pursue Lieutenant General Qasem Soleimani's assassination case legally, politically, and internationally.
E3 Statement at the IAEA Board of Governors on verification and monitoring in Iran (JCPoA), September 2021 UK FCDO 15 Sep 2021 -- Delivered on behalf of France, Germany and the United Kingdom, 14 September 2021
IAEA-Iran consensus to reopen diplomatic avenue IRNA 15 Sep 2021 -- The recent consensus between the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and the Islamic Republic of Iran following two years of disagreement indicates that the West is determined to pave the way for the reopening of diplomatic path and resume meaningful nuclear negotiations.
Cameras installed at Iran's nuclear sites under JCPOA deactivated: AEOI head Press TV 15 Sep 2021 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says the cameras installed at the country's nuclear sites as part of the 2015 nuclear deal were deactivated due to the failure of the other parties to live up to their commitments.
Iran says not indebted to any JCPOA parties, calls on US to drop addiction to sanctions Press TV 15 Sep 2021 -- Iran says the US needs to cease its violations of the 2015 nuclear deal signed between Tehran and world powers without preconditions and drop its addiction to sanctions, stressing the Islamic Republic is not indebted to the other parties as it was fully committed to the agreement although it did not reap the benefits of the accord.
Security measures at Iran's nuclear sites 'reasonably tightened', says top negotiator Press TV 15 Sep 2021 -- Iran's governor to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) says security measures at the country's nuclear facilities have been reasonably tightened after the UN agency claimed inappropriate security checks of its inspectors at one of Iran's nuclear facilities.
Florida Residents Charged with Conspiring to Violate Iran Sanctions, Other Crimes US Dept. of Justice 14 Sep 2021 -- Three Florida residents have been charged in federal district court in Miami with crimes related to their alleged violations of U.S. sanctions on Iran, and money laundering.
Iranian National Sentenced for Illegally Exporting Military Sensitive Items US Dept. of Justice 14 Sep 2021 -- An Iranian national was sentenced today to 63 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release for violating the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).
COVID-19 kills 408 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 14 Sep 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 115,167 with 408 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Tuesday.
Iran set to import 40m more doses of COVID-19 vaccines in one month IRNA 14 Sep 2021 -- Iranian Minister of Health Bahram Einollahi said on Tuesday that Iran is scheduled to import 40 million more doses of COVID-19 vaccines in the next Iranian calendar month of Mehr (Sep 23- Oct 22).
Iran expand COVID vaccinations to cover people under 40 Press TV 14 Sep 2021 -- Iranian health authorities have announced people under 40 years old can now be vaccinated against the coroanvirus as the country ramps up its nationwide inoculating program against the disease.
Iran ready to facilitate dispatch of humanitarian aid to Afghanistan by various countries: FM ISNA 14 Sep 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian addressed a virtual meeting on the "Humanitarian Situation in Afghanistan" chaired by UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres on Monday afternoon.
Senior commander urges Armed Forces to catch enemies off guard with 'stunning weaponry' Press TV 14 Sep 2021 -- A senior Iranian military commander has urged the Iranian Armed Forces to make major strides in boosting the country's defensive technology and military weaponry to such an extent that would catch the Islamic Republic's enemies off guard.
Iran Plans to Build Another Long-Range Mobile Forward Base, Conduct New Trans-Oceanic Missions Sputnik 14 Sep 2021 -- A pair of Iranian warships recently carried out a 133-day, 45,000km trek across three oceans and continents, returning to their home port last Tuesday. Iranian officials and military leaders hailed the trip as evidence of the Islamic Republic's growing naval might.
US Think Tank Claims Iran Could Have Enough Weapons-grade Uranium for Nuke in a Month Sputnik 14 Sep 2021 -- US and Israeli officials have spent much of the past decade claiming that Iran is on the brink of achieving nuclear weapons capability, alleging that the Islamic Republic may be just "months" or "weeks" away from building a nuke. Tehran denies having any intention to obtain nuclear arms, or weapons of mass destruction of any kind.
Gharibabadi: Restrictive security moves at Iran's facilities logical IRNA 14 Sep 2021 -- Kazem Gharibabadi, Iran's ambassador and permanent representative at Vienna-based international organizations said on Tuesday that the strict security measures adopted at Iran's nuclear facilities is quite logical and justifiable.
Iranian government in process of consultations on how to continue Vienna talks: FM ISNA 14 Sep 2021 -- British Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab in a phone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian, congratulated him on his appointment and expressed hopes, under the new government in the Islamic Republic of Iran, relations and exchanges between the two countries in different fields expand based on mutual understanding.
Telephone conversation with President of Iran Seyyed Ebrahim Raisi President of Russia 14 Sep 2021 -- Vladimir Putin had a telephone conversation with President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Seyyed Ebrahim Raisi.
Raeisi, Putin discuss promotion of Iran-Russia ties in all fields Press TV 14 Sep 2021 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi says the Islamic Republic is determined to boost relations with Russia in all fields, including in the production of a joint vaccine to fight the deadly coronavirus pandemic.
Iran eyes 8GW in nuclear power capacity: Atomic chief Press TV 14 Sep 2021 -- The new head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says the country's nuclear electricity production capacity should reach a target of 8 gigawatts (GW) over the short run.
Iran nuclear chief visits new projects at Bushehr power plant Press TV 14 Sep 2021 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) has visited new projects under construction at Bushehr nuclear power plant.
Hezbollah leader says Lebanon set to receive more fuel shipments from Iran Press TV 13 Sep 2021 -- Hezbollah's secretary-general says a third and a fourth fuel-laden vessel is expected to head out of Iran towards Lebanon in the future, saying his group seeks for a part of Lebanon's fuel needs to be met using Iranian imports.
COVID-19 kills 448 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 13 Sep 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 114,759 with 448 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Monday.
Iran launches 3rd phase in clinical trial of homegrown Fakhra coronavirus vaccine Press TV 13 Sep 2021 -- Iran has officially launched the third phase in the clinical trial of a COVID-19 vaccine developed by the Iranian Defense Ministry's research center.
Iran says to decide on interactions with Taliban based on group's deeds Press TV 13 Sep 2021 -- Tehran will decide on the Taliban's invitation to attend the inauguration of the new Afghan government based on the group's actions, says Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman.
AEOI chief: IAEA refrains from fulfilling its duties toward Iran Press TV 13 Sep 2021 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has failed to fulfill its duties toward Iran and has withheld the country the technical assistance that it is bound by its statute to provide for member states.
Iran Urged To Answer IAEA Questions On Undeclared Sites RFE/RL 13 Sep 2021 -- The head of the UN atomic watchdog has called on Iran to provide explanations for the presence of uranium particles at several undeclared sites and to adhere to its legal obligations with regard to its nuclear program.
Iran Still Refuses to Explain Traces of Nuclear Materials at Undeclared Locations, IAEA Says Sputnik 13 Sep 2021 -- Iran has failed to provide the necessary information about undeclared facilities where traces of nuclear materials were detected to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Grossi, the watchdog's director general said on Monday.
IAEA strikes deal with Iran on monitoring of nuclear programme UN News 13 Sep 2021 -- The UN atomic watchdog reached an agreement with Iran on Sunday allowing the Agency access to surveillance cameras inside its atomic facilities.
Israel's Mossad Destroyed IAEA Equipment in June Op at Iran's Karaj Nuclear Facility - Report Sputnik 13 Sep 2021 -- During a press conference on Monday, International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director-General Rafael Grossi told reporters that the June attack on Iran's nuclear research facility in Karaj had damaged some of the agency's equipment.
COVID-19 kills 487 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 12 Sep 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 114,311 with 487 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Sunday.
Iran launches second production line of COVIran Barekat vaccine Press TV 12 Sep 2021 -- Iran has launched the second production line of the COVIran Barekat vaccine, developed by experts at the Headquarters for Executing the Order of Imam Khomeini.
Iraqi PM Visits Tehran For Economic-Cooperation Talks RFE/RL 12 Sep 2021 -- Iraqi Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi has traveled to Tehran to become the first foreign leader to hold talks with newly installed Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi.
Israel admits to Iran's drone power, says 'deadly' UAVs can cross 'thousands of kilometers' Press TV 12 Sep 2021 -- Israel's minister of military affairs has admitted to Iran's drone power in his latest confession, saying the Islamic Republic is in possession of "accurate" and "destructive" drones that can cross thousands of kilometers.
'Mission accomplished': Iran welcomes back flotilla from Atlantic voyage Press TV 12 Sep 2021 -- Iran's Navy chief Rear Admiral Shahram Irani says the 75th naval group has managed to "powerfully" accomplish its mission, stressing that the country's naval forces will uphold their international presence "with more lofty goals."
Iran's envoy: AEOI, IAEA urge spirit of cooperation, mutual trust IRNA 12 Sep 2021 -- Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative in Vienna Kazem Gharibabadi on Sunday said that AEOI and IAEA recalled and reaffirmed the spirit of cooperation and mutual trust.
Iran allows IAEA inspectors to service "identified equipment", replace storage media IRNA 12 Sep 2021 -- Based on a Joint statement by Head of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami and Director-General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Rafael Grossi, IAEA's inspectors are permitted to service the identified equipment and replace their storage media which will be kept under the joint IAEA and AEOI seals in the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Iran, IAEA to continue talks in coming BoG meeting IRNA 12 Sep 2021 -- Head of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami said that talks with the Director-General of International Atomic Energy Agency were aimed at making an opportunity to expand interaction in the framework of the agency's rules.
IAEA chief meets with top Iranian nuclear official in Tehran IRNA 12 Sep 2021 -- New Head of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami and the visiting Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Rafael Grossi held talks here on Sunday.
Eslami describes IAEA- AEOI talks as "constructive" ISNA 12 Sep 2021 -- The new head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami described his meeting with the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Rafael Grossi as "constructive", stressing that Grossi is scheduled to travel to Tehran in the near future.
IAEA's inspectors permitted to service identified equipment ISNA 12 Sep 2021 -- The Vice-President and the Head of Atomic Energy Organization of the Islamic Republic of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami and the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Rafael Grossi issued a joint statement, stressing on enhancing technical cooperation between Iran and the Agency in different nuclear areas.
Statement: Iran permits IAEA to service surveillance equipment at nuclear facilities Press TV 12 Sep 2021 -- Iran has agreed to allow the UN nuclear watchdog to service surveillance equipment installed at Iranian nuclear sites following talks with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)'s Director General Rafael Grossi in Tehran, Iran's permanent ambassador to international organizations in Vienna says.
Iran's nuclear chief hails 'constructive' technical talks with IAEA's Grossi in Tehran Press TV 12 Sep 2021 -- The new head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), Mohammad Eslami, has hailed the "constructive" talks he held with the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Grossi, in the Iranian capital, Tehran.
Iran To Allow IAEA Monitors To Service Cameras At Sensitive Nuclear Sites RFE/RL 12 Sep 2021 -- Iran has agreed to allow international inspectors to service surveillance cameras at its sensitive nuclear sites and to continue filming there, averting a diplomatic showdown this week.
Moscow Calls for Timely Resumption of Vienna Talks on Iran Nuclear Deal Sputnik 12 Sep 2021 -- Iran and the United States carried out several rounds of negotiations on the reactivation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), the landmark 2015 nuclear agreement which Washington unilaterally walked out on in 2018, this past spring and early summer. The last discussions took place in June, before presidential elections in Iran.
Iran to Allow IAEA Monitors to Service Nuclear Site Cameras as Talks on Reviving Nuclear Deal Stall Sputnik 12 Sep 2021 -- Iran's newly-appointed nuclear chief Mohammad Eslami and Rafael Grossi, the head of the United Nations' nuclear watchdog (IAEA), met on Sunday, easing a standoff between Tehran and the West that threatened to scupper further negotiations on reviving the Iran nuclear deal.
Iran Nuclear Chief to Meet With IAEA Head During Vienna Conference, Joint Statement Reads Sputnik 12 Sep 2021 -- Mohammad Eslami, the vice president of Iran and the head of the country's nuclear agency, will meet with Rafael Grossi, the director-general of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), on the sidelines of the upcoming nuclear energy General Conference in Vienna, the IAEA and Iran said Sunday in a joint statement.
Iran to import 10m doses of COVID-19 vaccine soon to vaccinate students IRNA 11 Sep 2021 -- Iran is scheduled to import some 10 million doses of COVID-19 vaccine soon to vaccinate students against the pandemic, according to the Head of the Iranian Red Crescent Society Karim Hemmati.
COVID-19 kills 444 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 11 Sep 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 113,824 with 444 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Saturday.
President Raisi hails anti-COVID19 measures in Iran IRNA 11 Sep 2021 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi hailed the measures taken in line with fighting COVID19 and hoped for vaccination to hit the record 2 million people per day.
Iran imports 50th batch of COVID-19 vaccine IRNA 11 Sep 2021 -- Iran's imported COVID-19 vaccines surpasses 50 million doses, with the 50th consignment of vaccines afforded from foreign sources entering the country on Saturday.
Iranian-Australian COVID-19 vaccine might gain license in Iran IRNA 11 Sep 2021 -- The lead researcher of Iranian-Austrian COVID-19 vaccine Spikogen hoped that the vaccine would be authorized to be administered in Iran after completion of the third phase of its clinical test.
Iran allocates 10 mln COVID vaccines to inoculate students Press TV 11 Sep 2021 -- The Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) will import 10 million doses of coronavirus vaccines to allow health authorities start an inoculation program that will cover students between 12 and 18 years old.
US May Include Israel and Gulf State Allies in Its New Drone-based Task Force, Iranian Media Says Sputnik 11 Sep 2021 -- On Wednesday, the US Navy's 5th Fleet unveiled plans to create a new task force headquartered in Bahrain. The force expected to be equipped with the latest US airborne, waterborne and underwater military drone technology.
Leader commends return of Iran's naval group from major mission Press TV 11 Sep 2021 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Sayyed Ali Khamenei has congratulated the commander and service members of Iran's 75th naval group for accomplishing a historic mission through the Atlantic Ocean.
Khamenei Lauds Iran's Naval Might as Mini-Armada That Terrorised US on High Seas Returns Home Sputnik 11 Sep 2021 -- Iran deployed a pair of warships on a 45,000 km journey spanning three oceans in May, with the trip including the Islamic Republic's first-ever deployment in the Atlantic Ocean, as well as a stopover in Russia to take part in a grand naval parade.
No anti-Iran resolution on IAEA meeting's agenda: Report Press TV 11 Sep 2021 -- Refuting Western media outlets' speculations, a report says the upcoming meeting of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)'s Board of Governors is not going to adopt any anti-Iranian resolutions.
IAEA won't gain access to Iran's nuclear data during Grossi's visit, informed source tells Press TV Press TV 11 Sep 2021 -- There will be no change in the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)'s lack of access to its camera footage at Iran's nuclear sites during IAEA chief Rafael Grossi's visit to Tehran, an informed source tells Press TV.
IAEA chief due in Tehran for talks ahead of Board of Governors meeting Press TV 11 Sep 2021 -- Iran's representative to the international organizations in Vienna says Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Rafael Grossi is due in Tehran for talks.
UN Nuclear Watchdog Chief Heads To Iran To Salvage Nuclear Talks RFE/RL 11 Sep 2021 -- The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency will travel to Iran on September 12 in an attempt to salvage stalled talks between Tehran and the West over the Islamic republic's nuclear program.
COVID-19 kills 445 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 10 Sep 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 113,380 with 445 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Friday.
Iran's IRGC pounds terrorist positions in Iraqi Kurdistan days after warning Press TV 10 Sep 2021 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has pounded the positions of terrorists in northern Iraq days after warning against anti-Iran movements, Tasnim news agency reports.
Iran Says It Struck Terrorists in Northern Iraq Sputnik 10 Sep 2021 -- It is unclear whether Baghdad authorised the operation, but the Iranian general responsible for it said that Tehran had warned the local authorities in advance – both about the terrorists' presence and the imminent strike against them.
Israel Calls for 'Rapid Action' Against Iran, Claiming Tehran Is on Path to Obtain Nukes Sputnik 10 Sep 2021 -- Israel has been raising concerns over the possibility of Iran acquiring nuclear weapons and has been consistently criticizing the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA, also known as the Iran nuclear deal) since its implementation in 2015, protesting its possible restoration.
COVID-19 kills 505 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 09 Sep 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 112,935 with 505 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Thursday.
Raisi says Iran has taken 4 transitional steps in covid fight IRNA 09 Sep 2021 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi said on Thursday that the country has taken four transitional steps in the fight against the new surge in the coronavirus spread.
New domestic vaccine to help general vaccination in Iran soon IRNA 09 Sep 2021 -- A new domestically-developed vaccine – Fakhra – has received the necessary permits to be used in Iranian general vaccination plan within the next few days, Minister of Defense Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Ashtiani said on Thursday.
Iran to start emergency use of homegrown Fakhra COVID-19 vaccine: Defense minister Press TV 09 Sep 2021 -- Iran's Defense Minister Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Ashtiani says the country's domestically-developed and produced Fakhra coronavirus vaccine has begun the third stage of clinical trial and has been authorized by the Health Ministry for emergency use.
Iran ready to reopen schools, ease COVID curbs: Raeisi Press TV 09 Sep 2021 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi says his government is intent on reopening schools after two years of closures because of the coronavirus as he insists that his pandemic control program is on the right path.
Kamalvandi: IAEA's inspections in Iran limited to Safeguards Agreement, nothing beyond that allowed Press TV 09 Sep 2021 -- The spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says since the Iranian Parliament passed the Strategic Action Plan to Counter Sanctions, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)'s inspections in Iran have remained limited to what is allowed under the Safeguards Agreement between Tehran and the agency.
Iran to import 18m doses of corona vaccines soon: Health Minister IRNA 08 Sep 2021 -- Iran's Health Minister Bahram Einollahi said on Wednesday that Iran will import about 8 million doses of corona vaccines tomorrow and another 10 million doses next Sunday.
COVID-19 kills 538 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 08 Sep 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 112,430 with 538 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Wednesday.
Iran-Cuba COVID-19 vaccine proven suitable for children IRNA 08 Sep 2021 -- Director of Iran Pasteur Institute said in the wake of reopening of schools that Iran-Cuba joint COVID-19 vaccine has successfully passed clinical test on children in Cuba and could be administered to children in Iran, too.
Online meeting of Afghanistan neighbors' FMs: Iranian FM urges commitment to dialogue as genuine policy IRNA 08 Sep 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian on Wednesday urged commitment to dialogue as a genuine policy.
FMs of Afghanistan neighbors hold virtual summit as Taliban announce government Press TV 08 Sep 2021 -- Foreign ministers of countries neighboring Afghanistan have held a virtual meeting to discuss the latest developments following the Taliban's takeover of the country and the withdrawal of US-led forces.
Iran urges inclusive Afghan govt., warns against foreign intervention Press TV 08 Sep 2021 -- Iran's top security official has underlined the need for the formation of an inclusive government in Afghanistan, expressing concern about foreign intervention and the use of military force in the South Asian country.
President Raisi: IAEA's unconstructive approach will disturb negotiations path IRNA 08 Sep 2021 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi said on Wednesday that taking an unconstructive approach towards Iran nuclear deal by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will disturb the path of negotiations.
Iran: 'Unconstructive' IAEA attitude can't have 'constructive' response Press TV 08 Sep 2021 -- President Ebrahim Raeisi warns the United Nations nuclear watchdog against the consequences of its "unconstructive" attitude towards Iran.
Iran envoy calls on IAEA to maintain impartiality, professionalism Press TV 08 Sep 2021 -- Iran's representative to the international organizations in Vienna has called on the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to maintain its impartiality and professionalism towards Tehran's nuclear activities.
Iran's Raisi Counters IAEA Charge As U.S., Russia Focus On Tehran Nuclear Issues RFE/RL 08 Sep 2021 -- Iran's new hard-line president, Ebrahim Raisi, has pushed back against the UN nuclear watchdog's criticism in a confidential report accusing Tehran of blocking inspectors' access to atomic sites.
COVID-19 kills 635 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 07 Sep 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 111,892 with 635 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Tuesday.
Iran able to be present with authority in all waters around the world: Navy Commander ISNA 07 Sep 2021 -- Iranian Army's Navy Commander Rear Admiral Shahram Irani stressed that Iran is able to be present with authority in all waters around the world whenever the order is issued.
Iran can have powerful naval presence anywhere across intl. waters: Cmdr. Press TV 07 Sep 2021 -- Following a successful naval mission in the high seas, Iran's Navy commander says the country's maritime strength and reach has grown to such a level that its naval forces can now sail to any point across international waters.
IAEA Says Iran Blocking Access To Nuclear Sites, Still Boosting Enrichment RFE/RL 07 Sep 2021 -- The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) says Iran is blocking access to some of its nuclear sites and continues to boost its stocks of uranium enriched above the percentage allowed in its hobbled 2015 deal with world powers.
Gharibabadi urges IAEA to practice neutrality, professionalism IRNA 07 Sep 2021 -- Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to Vienna-based International Organizations Kazem Gharibabadi stated that the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has to maintain its neutrality and professionalism.
FM: Washington not defendant but criminal in breaching JCPOA IRNA 07 Sep 2021 -- Iran's foreign minister Hossein Amirabdollahian emphasized that it was the Americans who inflicted the major damage to Iran nuclear deal, so they are the criminals in that respect, not merely the defendants.
Commander of IRGC Ground Force warns Iraqi Kurdistan ISNA 06 Sep 2021 -- Pointing to the misuse of the northern part of Iraq by terrorist groups to create insecurity in the border areas of Iran, the Commander of IRGC Ground Force stressed that the continuation of this condition is intolerable for Iran and it will give necessary response to the terrorists.
Abdullah Abdullah holds phone talks with Iran FMs ISNA 06 Sep 2021 -- Head of Afghanistan's High Council for National Reconciliation Abdulalh Abdulalh has congratulated Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian on his appointment as the Islamic Republic's top diplomat.
COVID-19 kills 583 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 06 Sep 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 111,257 with 583 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Monday.
Iran's home-grown Noora COVID-19 vaccine enters second stage of human trial Press TV 06 Sep 2021 -- A senior official with the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says Iran's domestically-developed and produced Noora coronavirus vaccine has entered the second stage of human trial, only a day after Iranian scientists began the third phase of the clinical trial of homegrown Razi Cov Pars COVID-19 vaccine.
Iran strongly condemns recent attacks on Panjshir ISNA 06 Sep 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh announced that the Islamic Republic has condemned, in the strongest terms, the last night attacks on Panjshir province.
Iran slams attacks on Panjshir Valley, urges Taliban to honor commitments Press TV 06 Sep 2021 -- Iran has condemned in the strongest terms the Sunday night attacks against the Panjshir Valley, saying the Taliban must live up to their commitments, while expressing concern about the news emerging from the province.
Political exploitation of IAEA entails different response from Iran: Spox IRNA 06 Sep 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh warned on Monday that political exploitation of the UN nuclear watchdog body would entail a different response from Iran and no side should miscalculate.
Iran supporter of useful negotiations; sanctions against Iran must be lifted ISNA 06 Sep 2021 -- Welcoming the French President's proposal to review relations between the two countries and start a new chapter in bilateral relations and Tehran-Paris regional cooperation, Iranian President said, "The Iranian government welcomes the development of relations with France, especially in the economic and trade fields, and we are ready to start comprehensive cooperation with Europe from France".
FM spokesman: Talks on JCPOA revival will continue, must guarantee Iranian people's interests Press TV 06 Sep 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman says negotiations on the revival of the landmark nuclear deal between Iran and world powers, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), will continue in essence under the new administration.
Iran Says It Will 'Definitely' Continue Nuclear Talks RFE/RL 06 Sep 2021 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry says Tehran will "definitely" continue talks in Vienna aimed at reviving the country's nuclear deal with world powers.
Iran starts third clinical trial phase of homegrown recombinant vaccine Razi Cov Pars for COVID-19 Press TV 05 Sep 2021 -- Iran has started the third phase of the human trial of its second homegrown coronavirus vaccine, Razi Cov Pars, less than a week after Health Minister Bahram Einollahi said accelerating the pace of vaccination against COVID-19 is the top priority of the new administration.
COVID-19 kills 610 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 05 Sep 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 110,674 with 610 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Sunday.
IRCS starts importing 5-million doses of COVID-19 vaccines IRNA 05 Sep 2021 -- Head of Iranian Red Crescent Society Karim Hemmati said the 18th consignment of COVID-19 vaccine containing five million doses was delivered to Iran's Health Ministry.
Iran: Peace in Afghanistan only possible through broad-based, inclusive government Press TV 05 Sep 2021 -- Iran says establishment of peace and stability in Afghanistan is only possible through the formation of a broad-based government in the war-ravaged country.
What President Raisi told Iranians during his 1st televised address IRNA 05 Sep 2021 -- President Ebrahim Raisi addressed the Iranian nation on Saturday during his first televised speech since taking office on August 5. He spoke about the most important priorities and challenges of his administration.
Iran condemns U.S. sanctions on four Iranians for alleged "kidnapping" charges People's Daily 05 Sep 2021 -- The spokesman for Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Saturday condemned recent U.S. sanctions on four Iranian citizens for what he called "fictitious" charges.
Iran to accelerate COVID vaccinations with ramp up in import from China Press TV 04 Sep 2021 -- Iran is to ramp up vaccinations against the coronavirus as the country is taking delivery of large batches of Sinopharm shots from China.
Some 4m more doses of COVID-19 vaccines due in Iran within 24 hours IRNA 04 Sep 2021 -- Iran is expected to import some 4 million more doses of COVID-19 vaccines within the next 24 hours, according to Deputy Head of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA) Mehrdad Jamali.
COVID-19 kills 515 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 04 Sep 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 110,064 with 515 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Saturday.
Raeisi: Negotiations, 'pressure' don't go hand in hand Press TV 04 Sep 2021 -- President Ebrahim Raeisi dismisses the idea of holding negotiations over the revival of the country's nuclear agreement under pressure, saying such tactics has never yielded the US and Europe any result.
IRGC to work with Defense Ministry to enhance missile power, says top commander Press TV 04 Sep 2021 -- Head of the Aerospace Division of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the force plans to boost cooperation with the Defense Ministry to enhance Iran's missile power.
Iran Ready To Resume Talks On Nuclear Deal, But Not Under Western 'Pressure,' Raisi Says RFE/RL 04 Sep 2021 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi says talks to revive the Iran nuclear deal are on his government's agenda, but that they should not be held under "pressure" from Western countries.
COVID-19 kills 561 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 03 Sep 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 109,549 with 561 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Friday.
Iran receives biggest COVID-19 vaccine consignment IRNA 03 Sep 2021 -- The Biggest COVID-19 vaccine consignment, including over 4,600,000 doses of vaccine, arrived in Iran on Friday, deputy head of Iran Customs Administration said.
Iran ready to sell 'more fuel' to Lebanon if needed: FM Amir-Abdollahian Press TV 03 Sep 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says Tehran is ready to sell more fuel to the Lebanese government and businessmen if need be, as an Iranian ship transporting fuel for the crisis-hit country has entered Syria's territorial waters.
Iranian fuel-laden ship to reach Lebanon 'soon': Envoy Press TV 03 Sep 2021 -- Iran's ambassador to Beirut says the vessel that has been loaded with Iranian fuel for Lebanon is to reach its destination shortly.
Lebanon: Almost three-quarters of the population living in poverty UN News 03 Sep 2021 -- Poverty in Lebanon has drastically increased over the past year and now affects about 74% of the population, warned the UN Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) on Friday.
Iran urges Afghans to exercise restraint, avoid violence, fratricide amid clashes in Panjshir Press TV 03 Sep 2021 -- The spokesman for Iran's Foreign Ministry has urged all Afghan sides to exercise restraint and avoid violence and fratricide amid heavy fighting between Taliban members and resistance militia fighters in Afghanistan's Panjshir Valley, north of the capital Kabul.
Manhattan U.S. Attorney Announces Kidnapping Conspiracy Charges Against An Iranian Intelligence Officer And Members Of An Iranian Intelligence Network DOJ - USAO SDNY 03 Sep 2021 -- Iranian Intelligence Services Allegedly Plotted to Kidnap a U.S. Journalist and Human Rights Activist from New York City for Rendition to Iran
U.S. Sanctions Four Iran Intelligence Officers Accused Of Attempting To Kidnap U.S. Activist RFE/RL 03 Sep 2021 -- The United States has announced sanctions against four Iranian intelligence operatives who sought to kidnap an American journalist as part of a wider attempt to silence critics of the government in Tehran.
Sanctioning Iranian Intelligence Affiliates for Targeting Dissidents Abroad US Dept. of State 03 Sep 2021 -- Iran's attempt to kidnap a U.S. citizen on U.S. soil because she used her freedom of speech to criticize the Iranian government is unacceptable and an egregious violation of fundamental international norms.
Treasury Sanctions Iranian Intelligence Network Targeting Iranian-American Activist in the United States US Treasury 03 Sep 2021 -- Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is designating four Iranian intelligence operatives who targeted a U.S. citizen in the United States and Iranian dissidents in other countries as part of a wide-ranging campaign to silence critics of the Iranian government.
In call with Chinese FM, Amir-Abdollahian says Iran categorically opposed to foreign powers' meddling in others' affairs Press TV 03 Sep 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says the Islamic Republic is categorically opposed to certain powers' meddling in the internal affairs of other countries, including China.
COVID-19 kills 595 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 02 Sep 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 108,988 with 595 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Thursday.
Iran receives 3rd delivery of COVID-19 vaccines through COVAX Facility IRNA 02 Sep 2021 -- The Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran, as one of the self-financing participant countries of the COVAX Facility, has received the third batch of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine with 1,449,600 doses.
FM: Iran welcomes negotiations, but will not engage in talks for sake of talks Press TV 02 Sep 2021 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says the Islamic Republic welcomes negotiations on the revival of the nuclear deal it snatched with world powers in 2015, but will not engage in talks just for the sake of talks.
Minister: Sanctions deprived Iran of $100 billion in oil revenues Press TV 02 Sep 2021 -- New Minister of Petroleum Javad Owji says the "tyrannical" US sanctions have deprived Iran of 1.8 billion barrels of oil exports and more than $100 billion of revenues.
Hard-Liner Zakani Approved As New Tehran Mayor RFE/RL 02 Sep 2021 -- The head of Tehran's city council says Iran's Interior Ministry has approved hard-liner Alireza Zakani as the capital city's new mayor.
U.S. Senators Warn Lebanon To Avoid Iranian Fuel, Despite Crisis RFE/RL 02 Sep 2021 -- Four visiting U.S. senators told Lebanese officials on September 1 that the United States was eager to help that country tackle its fuel shortages but warned against Beirut seeking to import Iranian oil to alleviate the problem.
US lawlessness, Europe inaction responsible for status quo surrounding JCPOA: Iran FM Press TV 01 Sep 2021 -- Iran's foreign minister says the US's illegal measures and European countries' inaction on the American lawlessness are responsible for the current unfavorable situation that surrounds the 2015 nuclear agreement.
5m doses of COVID-19 vaccines soon to arrive IRNA 01 Sep 2021 -- Assistant Foreign Minister and Director General of Asia-Pacific Department Reza Zabib said on Wednesday that five million doses of COVID-19 vaccines will arrive in the country in the coming days.
COVID-19 kills 599 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 01 Sep 2021 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 108,393 with 599 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Wednesday.
Good news received from increased vaccine imports, domestic production: Iranian President ISNA 01 Sep 2021 -- Speaking in a meeting of the cabinet this Wednesday morning, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi referred to the proposal to allocate land for the construction of 5,000 housing units for the families of the martyrs, and said, "We take this proposal as a good one and it is very appropriate that the housing movement in the 13th government starts with housing for the martyrs and the families of the martyrs and veterans".
Iran unveils Borhan system, Alborz 3-D radar IRNA 01 Sep 2021 -- Borhan system and Alborz 3-D radar were unveiled in the presence of Air Defense Force Commander Brigadier General Alireza Sabahi on Wednesday.
Defense diplomacy essential part of Iran's foreign policy: Amir Abdollahian ISNA 01 Sep 2021 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian stressed that defense diplomacy is an essential part of Iran's foreign policy.
Iran Says Fourth Round Of Saudi Talks Likely After New Government Formed RFE/RL 01 Sep 2021 -- Tehran is planning to hold a new round of talks with Saudi Arabia in Iraq after the new Iranian government is formed, state media reports.
Germany, France Urge Iran To Return To Nuclear Talks After Tehran Signals Delay RFE/RL 01 Sep 2021 -- France and Germany have called on Iran to immediately resume talks intended to revive the moribund nuclear deal with world powers, after Tehran said it could take another "two to three months" to get back to the negotiating table.

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