August 2022 - Iran Special Weapons News

Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs' statement on latest developments in Iraq ISNA 31 Aug 2022 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran is pleased that calm has returned to Iraq, and prays for divine forgiveness for those who lost their lives and for quick recovery for those who were wounded in the recent events, and praises the patience, wisdom, and prudence of Iraq's government and nation and all legal organizations in weathering a great sedition, Foreign Ministry said in a statement.
Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's remarks and answers to media questions during talks with Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran Hossein Amir-Abdollahian Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 31 Aug 2022
MP tells IRNA: France asked for Iran mediation in Ukraine war IRNA 31 Aug 2022 -- Iranian MP Abolfazl Amouie said on Wednesday that the West regards Iran as an influential player in the world, as France has asked the country to mediate to bring an end to the Russia-Ukraine war.
Amnesty Accuses Iran, Turkey Of Firing At Afghans Trying To Reach Safety RFE/RL Gandhara 31 Aug 2022 -- Amnesty International has accused Iranian and Turkish forces of "repeatedly" pushing back Afghans who attempt to cross their borders and opening fire on men, women, and children trying to reach safety.
COVID-19 kills 47 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 31 Aug 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 143,867 with 47 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Wednesday.
IRGC releases details of seizing, letting go US sea drone in Persian Gulf IRNA 31 Aug 2022 -- The Naval Force of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) on Wednesday made an announcement detailing the seizure and release of an American unmanned drone in the Persian Gulf.
Iran briefly seized US naval drone stranded in Persian Gulf to ensure maritime security: Nour News Press TV 31 Aug 2022 -- A website close to Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) sheds light on the circumstances surrounding the brief seizure by Iranian naval forces of a US unmanned surface vessel stranded in the Persian Gulf, saying the measure was taken to prevent possible maritime incidents and safeguard shipping lanes.
US must give more reliable guarantees regarding Vienna talks ISNA 31 Aug 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian stressed that Iran does not allow anyone to interfere in its internal affairs.
Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's opening remarks during talks with Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, Moscow, August 31, 2022 President of Russia 31 Aug 2022
Iran wants 'stronger guarantees' from US to revive nuclear deal: FM Press TV 31 Aug 2022 -- Iran says it is reviewing the US response to the European Union draft proposal aimed at reviving the 2015 nuclear deal but stresses the importance of "stronger guarantees" from the American side to clinch the deal.
UN Says Iran Ups Uranium Enrichment, Tehran Demands More U.S. Guarantees To Revive Nuclear Deal RFE/RL 31 Aug 2022 -- The UN nuclear watchdog says Iran has expanded its enrichment of uranium to a recently installed cluster of centrifuges, signaling another potential challenge to reviving a hobbled international nuclear deal after Tehran insisted it needed more U.S. guarantees to ink any agreement.
Iran wants a stable, secure, powerful Iraq: MFA IRNA 31 Aug 2022 -- The only way out of the current crisis in Iraq is through a political approach, Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement released on Tuesday, adding that Tehran wants a stable, secure, and powerful Iraq.
Iran hails Iraqis' tactfulness, says always rooting for a stable, powerful Iraq Press TV 31 Aug 2022 -- As the political turmoil in Iraq subsides, Iran says it wants the neighboring Arab country to be stable and powerful, lauding the wisdom shown by all sides in overcoming the "great sedition."
COVID-19 kills 44 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 30 Aug 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 143,820 with 44 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Tuesday.
Iran FM: Iraq's internal issues must be resolved within legal framework IRNA 30 Aug 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said on Monday that tranquility and national unity should be preserved in Iraq, and that internal issues must be resolved within legal framework and without undermining the authority of the government.
Iran FM says to focus on resolution of Ukraine conflict in Russia visit Press TV 30 Aug 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says his visit to Russia will focus on efforts to facilitate a resolution of the Ukraine conflict.
U.S. Navy Foils Iranian Attempt to Capture Unmanned Vessel in Arabian Gulf US Navy 30 Aug 2022 -- The U.S. Navy prevented a support ship from Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy (IRGCN) from capturing an unmanned surface vessel operated by the U.S. 5th Fleet in the Arabian Gulf, Aug. 29-30.
US Navy Stops Iran From Seizing Drone Ship VOA 30 Aug 2022 -- The U.S. Navy said its forces overnight prevented a support ship from Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) from capturing a U.S. unmanned surface vessel operating in the Arabian Gulf.
US Navy Claims to Have Foiled Iran's Attempt to Capture Unmanned Vessel in Persian Gulf Sputnik 30 Aug 2022 -- The US Navy prevented an Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy (IRGCN) ship from capturing an unmanned surface vessel operating in the Persian Gulf, the US Central Command Naval Forces claimed on Tuesday.
Statement from the CENTCOM Commander regarding IRGC attempt to seize U.S. unmanned vessel CENTCOM 30 Aug 2022 -- Gen. Michael "Erik" Kurilla, Commander, U.S. Central Command statement on Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' illegal attempted seizure of U.S. unmanned vessel in the Arabian Gulf Aug. 29, 2022:
Iran FM stresses on importance of Iraq's stability, calm, national unity ISNA 30 Aug 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, in a meeting with his Iraqi counterpart Fuad Hussein, exchanged viewpoints on the latest situation of bilateral ties, regional and international developments.
U.S. Navy Says IRGC Tried And Failed To Seize Unmanned Vessel In Arabian Gulf RFE/RL 30 Aug 2022 -- The U.S. Navy says it prevented an Iranian naval vessel from seizing one of its unmanned surface vessels in international waters in the Arabian Gulf overnight on August 29-30.
Iran Says No Return to 2015 Nuclear Deal Unless IAEA Ends Investigations VOA 30 Aug 2022 -- Negotiators from Iran and six world powers reportedly are close to agreeing on a revival of the 2015 nuclear deal, known as the JCPOA (Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action), which saw the U.S. and Europe roll back sanctions on Iran in return for limits on Tehran's nuclear program.
Nuclear official slams IAEA demands from Iran as 'excessive' Press TV 30 Aug 2022 -- The spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) has described the International Atomic Energy Agency's (IAEA) demands as "excessive," saying they cannot be implemented due to the sanctions in place against the Islamic Republic.
Supreme Leader hails performance of President Raisi's gov't IRNA 30 Aug 2022 -- Supreme Leader of the Iranian Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei said on Tuesday that reviving hope and trust in the Iranian people is the most significant achievement of the Iranian government under President Ebrahim Raisi.
Pres. Raisi: Restoring Iran-Saudi ties beneficial for regional security IRNA 30 Aug 2022 -- President Ebrahim Raisi said on Monday that restoring and strengthening of ties between Iran and Saudi Arabia benefits the security of the region.
Iran Jails Two Swedish Citizens For Drug Trafficking RFE/RL 30 Aug 2022 -- Iran's judiciary says a court has sentenced two Swedish men for drug trafficking to lengthy prison terms, highlighting tense relations between the two countries.
Iran Using Surveillance Cameras To Identify Women Breaking Hijab Rule RFE/RL 30 Aug 2022 -- An Iranian official says footage from surveillance cameras in public places such as subways will be used to help identify and fine women who fail to adhere to the country's mandatory hijab rule.
US must end its support for terrorism, occupation of northeastern Syria, says Iran's UN envoy Press TV 30 Aug 2022 -- The United States has unlawfully stationed its military forces in the energy-rich northeastern part of Syria under the pretext of "combating terrorism", says Iran's deputy permanent representative to the UN, urging an end to the US occupation of Syria and its support for terrorism.
Iran FM: Iraq's internal issues must be resolved within legal framework IRNA 30 Aug 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said on Monday that tranquility and national unity should be preserved in Iraq, and that internal issues must be resolved within legal framework and without undermining the authority of the government.
COVID-19 kills 48 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 29 Aug 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 143,776 with 48 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Monday.
Iran FM: Iraq's problem must be solved through legal channels and respect for govt.'s sovereignty Press TV 29 Aug 2022 -- Iran's foreign minister has emphasized the need for preserving the national unity of Iraq, saying the country's problems must be solved through legal channels.
Iran closes border with Iraq amid unrest IRNA 29 Aug 2022 -- Iran on Monday closed its border with Iraq amid political unrest in the Arab country.
At Least 12 People Killed As Sadr Supporters, Pro-Iran Group, Security Forces Clash In Baghdad RFE/RL 29 Aug 2022 -- At least 12 people have been shot dead in Baghdad's Green Zone after hundreds of supporters of influential Shi'ite cleric Muqtada al-Sadr stormed government buildings amid soaring tensions with rival Iran-backed Shi'ite groups.
Iran carefully studying US response to JCPOA revival proposals: FM Press TV 29 Aug 2022 -- Iran says it is carefully studying the US's response to its amendments to a draft text proposed by the European Union to revive the 2015 nuclear agreement.
Raeisi: Agreement on reviving JCPOA hinges on settlement of remaining issues Press TV 29 Aug 2022 -- President Ebrahim Raeisi says an agreement on the revival of the Iran nuclear deal hinges on the settlement of safeguards issues between Tehran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
Iran's Raisi Sees No New Nuclear Pact If Probe By UN Inspectors Isn't Abandoned RFE/RL 29 Aug 2022 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi says there can be no revival of a nuclear deal with global superpowers unless the UN's nuclear watchdog drops its probe into the origins of nuclear material found at three undeclared Iranian sites.
Iran Approves Cryptocurrency Regulations, Raising Fears Of Skirting Sanctions RFE/RL 29 Aug 2022 -- Iran's government has approved a set of regulations for trading with cryptocurrencies, a move that potentially allows the country to skirt some U.S. financial sanctions imposed over Tehran's nuclear program.
Iran's presence strengthening security in region ISNA 29 Aug 2022 -- Iranian President reiterated the importance of Iran's presence in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) and collaboration with the member states of the organization, saying that Iran is determined to expand cooperation with China in various fields.
Pres. Raeisi: Reestablishment of relations between Iran, Saudi Arabia benefits regional security Press TV 29 Aug 2022 -- Iran's President Ebrahim Raeisi says reestablishment and further bolstering of relations between Iran and Saudi Arabia will benefit regional security.
Iran opens $1bn worth of projects in gas-rich Bushehr region Press TV 29 Aug 2022 -- Iran's Oil Ministry has launched some $1 billion worth of development projects in the gas-rich region of Bushehr in south of the country.
COVID-19 kills 44 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 28 Aug 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 143,728 with 44 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Sunday.
Iran backs political dialogue, peaceful solutions to stop clashes in Libya: Foreign Ministry Press TV 28 Aug 2022 -- Iran says it supports political dialogue and peaceful solutions as the best means to end the ongoing bloody fighting across Libya's capital, stressing the importance of stopping the clashes as soon as possible.
Iran unveils 4 new defense achievements IRNA 28 Aug 2022 -- Iran's Ministry of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics unveiled four new achievements at the Defense Industry Week exhibition.
Iranian Military Unveils New Precision Drone and Point Defense System Sputnik 28 Aug 2022 -- The Islamic Republic previously revealed its advanced tech capabilities in major military drills that featured 150 new drones. The exercises were held amid Joe Biden's visit to the Middle East last month.
Iran will respond to US after expert summing up IRNA 28 Aug 2022 -- Spokesman of Iran's Foreign Ministry Nasser Kanaani said here on Sunday that Iran will give the US response at the earliest time after summing up expert meetings.
'Iran's review of US response to EU nuclear deal text underway, will conclude by weekend' Press TV 28 Aug 2022 -- An expert review of the response that Iran has received from the United States to Tehran's amendments to the EU nuclear deal text is underway, and will conclude by the weekend.
Mossad Chief to Reportedly Visit US as Israel Looks to Kill New Iran Nuclear Deal Sputnik 28 Aug 2022 -- Tel Aviv has historically opposed the Iran nuclear deal, claiming that it allows Tehran to arm its "proxy" groups without preventing it from developing nuclear weapons, which Iran says it has no intention of developing.
COVID-19 kills 37 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 27 Aug 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 143,684 with 37 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Saturday.
Defense equipment strengthens Iran deterrence: Speaker IRNA 27 Aug 2022 -- Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Baqer Qalibaf has emphasized that defense equipment is the source of the enhancement of Iran's deterrence power, which is bolstering the spirit of prosperity and dignity among the Iranian nation.
Iran Armed Forces unveil their latest precision strike drone Press TV 27 Aug 2022 -- Iran's Defense Ministry unveils the latest precision strike unmanned aerial vehicle manufactured by the country's Armed Forces.
COVID-19 kills 35 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 26 Aug 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 143,647 with 35 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Friday.
COVID-19 kills 62 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 25 Aug 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 143,612 with 62 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Thursday.
Iran major drone drills continue on second day IRNA 25 Aug 2022 -- A major drone maneuver of the Iranian Army continued on its second day on Thursday.
Day 2 of Army drills: Iranian drones destroy mock targets with precision weapons Press TV 25 Aug 2022 -- The Iranian Army's cutting-edge drones have successfully hit and destroyed a set of "sensitive and vital" mock enemy targets using state-of-the-art weapons with pinpoint accuracy on the second day of massive countrywide drills.
US Facing Pressure to Deny Iran's President Visa for UN Visit VOA 25 Aug 2022 -- The U.S. government is facing pressure from Iranian Americans and others not to grant visas and provide protection for Iran's hard-line president, Ebrahim Raisi, and other Iranian officials expected to attend next month's session of the U.N. General Assembly in New York City.
FM: Iran serious on remaining NPT issues; repetition of IAEA baseless claims unacceptable IRNA 25 Aug 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said that the Islamic Republic is serious on remaining NPT issues, and is at no cost ready to yield to IAEA baseless accusations, whenever they wish in collaboration with the Zionist regime.
Iran says 'very serious' about safeguards issues in talks to bring US back to compliance Press TV 25 Aug 2022 -- Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says Iran is "very serious" about the remaining issues regarding the safeguards agreement in the midst of efforts to bring the US back to compliance with the 2015 nuclear accord.
Iran Sells Possible Revival Of Nuclear Deal As 'Political Victory' Over West RFE/RL 25 Aug 2022 -- During 16 months of acrimonious, indirect talks with the United States, Iran has underplayed the importance of restoring the 2015 nuclear deal.
Israel Attacks Emerging Iran Deal VOA 25 Aug 2022 -- The U.S. has reportedly weighed in on the latest proposal to revive an international nuclear deal with Iran. Israel's prime minister has slammed the pact as it appears to be taking shape, saying it won't stop Iran from becoming a nuclear state, and he warned that Israel will act to prevent Iran from possessing a nuclear weapon.
Protests Over Water Supplies Hit Iranian City Of Hamedan For Second Consecutive Day RFE/RL 25 Aug 2022 -- Protesters in the western Iranian city of Hamedan have taken to the streets for the second day in a row to demonstrate against cuts in water supplies.
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COVID-19 kills 45 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 24 Aug 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 143,550 with 45 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Wednesday.
Iran condemns US military attack on Syrians IRNA 24 Aug 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani strongly condemned the US military's ongoing aggression against the Syrians and infrastructures as a violation of its sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity.
Iran slams US strikes as 'violation of Syria's sovereignty, territorial integrity' Press TV 24 Aug 2022 -- Iran has strongly denounced US airstrikes in eastern Syria, terming it the violation of the war-ravaged Arab country's sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity.
Iran army starts joint drone exercise IRNA 24 Aug 2022 -- The Army of the Islamic Republic of Iran began a joint drone exercise on Wednesday morning.
Drones have special place in improving combat power: Commander IRNA 24 Aug 2022 -- Commander of Iran's Army joint drone exercise said that drones have a significant status in improving combat power of armed forces.
Iran Army stages large-scale exercise involving more than 150 new advanced drones Press TV 24 Aug 2022 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran Army has started a large-scale drone drill, which features scores of cutting-edge reconnaissance and combat drones, and covers strategic waters of the Persian Gulf and the Sea of Oman, all four corners of the country and its central part.
Iran Starts Nationwide Drone Exercises Amid Growing Fears Of Sales Abroad RFE/RL 24 Aug 2022 -- Iran's Islamic Republic Army has kicked off a series of drone exercises across the country amid fears that the country may look to export them to countries such as Russia.
Spox: Iran studying US responses received via EU Coordinator IRNA 24 Aug 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani said on Wednesday that Iran is studying the US responses received via the EU coordinator.
Iran's all operations under IAEA inspection: AEOI Chief ISNA 24 Aug 2022 -- Iranian Head of Atomic Energy Organization Mohammad Eslami emphasized that the International Atomic Energy Agency cannot claim Iran's operations are not based on the rules of the Agency.
Iran receives US response to EU nuclear deal text, review underway: FM Spox Press TV 24 Aug 2022 -- Iran has received a response from the United States on its comments to the European Union's draft proposal aimed at salvaging the 2015 nuclear deal and lifting draconian US sanctions, the foreign ministry spokesman said on Wednesday.
No deal to be implemented until IAEA drops baseless anti-Iran case: Advisor Press TV 24 Aug 2022 -- An advisor to the Iranian negotiating team in the Austrian capital, Vienna, says no agreement with parties to the 2015 Iran deal will be implemented unless the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors closes its case of baseless claims against Iran.
Iran Receives US Response on Draft Deal to Restore JCPOA Sputnik 24 Aug 2022 -- Iran has received a response from the United States on Tehran's comments regarding a draft deal to restore the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani said on Wednesday.
US Completes Review of Possible Iran Nuclear Deal Revival VOA 24 Aug 2022 -- The United States said Wednesday it has completed its review of a European Union proposal to revive an international agreement to restrain Iran's nuclear program in exchange for economic sanctions relief.
Iran, Russia to sign gas swap deal 'very soon': Minister Press TV 24 Aug 2022 -- Oil Minister Javad Owji says Iran will "very soon" sign a major deal with Russia to import gas from the country for domestic consumption and deliver the same amount to customers at other parts of the Iranian borders.
Iran despite enduring sanctions manages to successfully continue its scientific, economic progress: FM ISNA 24 Aug 2022 -- The Iranian Foreign Minister, in continuation of his meetings with the political and economic officials of the Republic of Mali, met with the president of the transitional government in Mali Assimi Goita and discussed bilateral relations and some international issues.
Water Cuts In Iran Spark More Protests As Crisis Grows RFE/RL 24 Aug 2022 -- Hundreds of people have taken to the streets in the western Iranian city of Hamedan to protest against a complete cut in water supplies that has lasted several days.
U.S. Strikes Iran-Linked Targets In Syria RFE/RL 24 Aug 2022 -- The U.S. military says it has carried out a strike in Syria's Deir al-Zor against infrastructure facilities used by groups affiliated with Iran's elite Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC).
U.S. launches airstrikes against Iranian-backed groups in Syria People's Daily 24 Aug 2022 -- The U.S. military on Tuesday launched airstrikes against Iranian-backed groups in eastern Syria, the U.S. Central Command said in a statement.
US warplanes carry out airstrike in Syria's Dayr al-Zawr, bomb military infrastructure Press TV 24 Aug 2022 -- American warplanes have conducted an airstrike in Syria's eastern province of Dayr al-Zawr, only a few days after the US military used dozens of tanker trucks to smuggle crude oil from the neighboring province of Hasakah to bases in Iraq.
US Airstrikes Hit Iran-Affiliated Groups in Syria VOA 24 Aug 2022 -- The U.S. military said late Tuesday its forces carried out airstrikes in eastern Syria targeting "infrastructure facilities used by groups affiliated with Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps."
Iran donates 100K doses of COVID vaccine to Mali IRNA 23 Aug 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said on Tuesday that Iran donated 100,000 doses of the COV-Iran Barekat vaccines to Mali a day earlier.
COVID-19 kills 56 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 23 Aug 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 143,505 with 56 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Tuesday.
Iraq's main political currents should agree on way out of existing political issues through dialogue: Iran ISNA 23 Aug 2022 -- Referring to the moves of the Iraqi government to improve the political climate of the region, Iranian President emphasised the need to implement the agreements made in this field and welcomed the acceleration of interactive measures following the implementation of the agreements.
Iranian Army to begin drone drills on Wednesday IRNA 23 Aug 2022 -- Iranian Army plans to start major drone drills across the country, according to Deputy Coordinator of the Iranian Army Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari.
Iran to launch mass military drone drills: Cmdr Press TV 23 Aug 2022 -- The Islamic Republic will stage large scale drone drills across the country with the participation of different units of the Army, says a senior Iranian Army commander.
IRGC general and military advisor martyred in Syria Press TV 23 Aug 2022 -- A senior member of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) ground forces, General Abolfazl Alijani, has been martyred in Syria.
Reports: Senior Commander With Iran's Revolutionary Guards Killed In Syria RFE/RL 23 Aug 2022 -- Iranian media is reporting that General Abolfazl Alijani, a senior commander with the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC), has been killed in Syria.
Iran FM says foreign interference behind terrorism in West Asia, Africa Press TV 23 Aug 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says terrorism in the West Asia and Africa is a product of interference by extra-regional countries.
FM: Comprehensive cooperation with Mali tops Iran foreign policy IRNA 23 Aug 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said that cooperation with Mali in economic, defense, and academic fields is among the priorities of Iran's foreign diplomacy, including mutual cooperation in international organizations, that is among important bilateral interactions.
Iran calls for real commitment to nuclear disarmament by US ISNA 23 Aug 2022 -- Ambassador and Permanent Representative of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the United Nations Majid Takht Ravanchi called for a real commitment to nuclear disarmament by the United States and a Middle East zone free of weapons of mass destruction.
Iran yet to receive U.S. response to EU's nuke deal revival proposals: spokesman People's Daily 23 Aug 2022 -- Iran has not yet received any response from the United States concerning the European Union (EU)'s recent proposals on the revival of a 2015 nuclear deal, the Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman said on Monday.
IAEA chief's political, non-technical behavior main obstacle to JCPOA revival: Iran's Nour News Press TV 23 Aug 2022 -- Rafael Grossi, the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), is obstructing the revival of the 2015 Iran nuclear deal by his continued political approaches amid the US administration's foot-dragging in removing economic sanctions against Tehran, according to Iran's Nour News.
Most countries involved in JCPOA talks agree with EU proposal: Borrell Press TV 23 Aug 2022 -- The European Union's top diplomat Josep Borrell has said that most countries involved in negotiations with Iran agree with the EU proposal aimed at salvaging the 2015 nuclear deal that the US unilaterally abandoned in 2018 despite Iran's full compliance.
Borrell Says Most Nations In Iran Nuclear Talks Agree With EU Proposal RFE/RL 23 Aug 2022 -- The European Union's top diplomat, Josep Borrell, says most countries that are part of discussions with Iran on reviving the 2015 nuclear deal say they agree with the bloc's latest proposal as all sides wait for the United States to respond after Tehran gave its opinion on the draft.
Russia Approves Latest Draft of Deal to Revive JCPOA, Lavrov Says Sputnik 23 Aug 2022 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Tuesday confirmed that Moscow approves the latest version of a deal to revive the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Iran Reportedly Drops Some Demands to Revive JCPOA Sputnik 23 Aug 2022 -- Iran has dropped some demands to revive the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), Reuters reported on Tuesday, citing US officials.
Female Political Prisoners Ink Letter Deploring Conditions At Tehran's Evin Prison RFE/RL 23 Aug 2022 -- A group of female political prisoners incarcerated in Iran's notorious Evin prison have published a letter expressing concern about the conditions they endure at the institution.
Corruption Investigation Rocks Iran's Largest Steelmaker, Pins Graft On Rohani Administration RFE/RL 23 Aug 2022 -- One of Iran's biggest cash cows, the Mobarakeh Steel Company, is reeling from the release of a lengthy parliamentary investigation that alleges corruption amounting to $3 billion tied to the administration of former President Hassan Rohani.
Iran Resumes Diplomatic Relations with UAE and Kuwait, Talks Continue with Saudi Arabia VOA 23 Aug 2022 -- Amid positive signals surrounding nuclear talks among Iran and Western nations, both the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait have quietly restored diplomatic ties with Tehran. Iran's Foreign Ministry indicated Monday that talks with Saudi Arabia over resuming ties are also going in a positive direction.
COVID-19 kills 62 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 22 Aug 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 143,449 with 62 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Monday.
Senior IRGC commander: Iran exports drones, has upper hand in aerospace Press TV 22 Aug 2022 -- A senior commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says Iran has become an exporter of military drones in the world and that the country holds the upper hand in aerospace.
US 'Seriously Reviewing' Iran's Comments on Latest Text of Nuclear Deal VOA 22 Aug 2022 -- The United States said it is "seriously reviewing" Iran's latest response to a European Union proposal aimed at reviving a 2015 nuclear deal.
U.S. Says It Is Working As Quickly As It Can On Response To Iran Over Nuclear Proposal RFE/RL 22 Aug 2022 -- The United States has pushed back against Iranian accusations of delaying the indirect talks aimed at reviving the 2015 nuclear deal, saying it is working as quickly as it can to put together an appropriate response to Tehran's comments on a draft text put forward by the European Union.
Borrell calls Iran's response to EU-proposed text reasonable IRNA 22 Aug 2022 -- EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell said on Monday that Iran's response to the EU's proposal on the revival of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) is reasonable.
EU foreign policy chief says Iran's response to bloc's proposal on JCPOA revival 'reasonable' Press TV 22 Aug 2022 -- European Union foreign policy chief, Josep Borrell, says Iran's answer to the bloc's proposal on revival of the 2015 nuclear deal, officially known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), was "reasonable."
Iran says responded to EU plan to revive JCPOA, awaiting US response Press TV 22 Aug 2022 -- Iran says the United States is dragging its feet in indirect talks in Vienna aimed at reviving the 2015 nuclear deal and removal of sanctions against Tehran.
Iran Says US Delaying Response in Nuclear Talks VOA 22 Aug 2022 -- Iran on Monday accused the United States of delays in the negotiations to return to the agreement that limited Iran's nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief.
Iran FM departs for Africa IRNA 22 Aug 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian left Tehran for Africa on Monday afternoon.
Iranian FM to begin his tour to Africa on Monday ISNA 22 Aug 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian heading a political and economic delegation will begin his tour to Africa on Monday, Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani announced.
FM: 13th government pays serious attention to all regions of world IRNA 22 Aug 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said on Monday that foreign policy in President Raisi's government focuses on all regions of the world.
Foreign minister: Iran pays serious attention to all world regions, gives priority to neighbors Press TV 22 Aug 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says the Islamic Republic pays serious attention to expansion of ties with all regions of the world.
Amirabdollahian asks for immediate release of Hamid Nouri IRNA 22 Aug 2022 -- Foreign minister in a meeting with the ambassador of Sweden to Iran said that the verdict issued by a court in that country against Iranian citizen Hamid Nouri is illegal, and asked for his immediate release from prison.
FM: Foreign Ministry to spare no effort to free Iranian citizen IRNA 22 Aug 2022 -- Iranian foreign minister in a meeting with the family members of arrested Iranian Hajj pilgrim in Saudi Arabia here on Sunday ensured them that the Foreign Ministry will spare no effort to free any of its citizens.
Iran FM underlines necessity of Hamid Nouri's full acquittal, immediate release ISNA 22 Aug 2022 -- Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran Hossein Amir-Abdollahian held a meeting with Swedish ambassador Mattias Lentz.
Foreign Ministry to spare no efforts to secure release of Iranian citizens: Amir-Abdollahian ISNA 22 Aug 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian met with the family of Khalil Dardmand, an Iranian national detained in Saudi Arabia during this year's Hajj rituals.
UN Rights Experts Call On Iran To Stop Persecution Of Baha'is, Other Religious Minorities RFE/RL 22 Aug 2022 -- A group of UN rights experts have called on Iranian authorities to stop the persecution and harassment of religious minorities and end the use of religion to curtail the exercise of fundamental rights.
Official Says Nearly 10,000 Cryptocurrency Mining Devices Seized In Iran RFE/RL 22 Aug 2022 -- Iranian authorities have announced the seizure of 9,404 illegal cryptocurrency mining devices in Tehran since the end of March.
COVID-19 kills 55 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 21 Aug 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 143,387 with 55 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Sunday.
UAE ambassador to Iran to resume duties to further advance relations: Foreign Ministry Press TV 21 Aug 2022 -- The United Arab Emirates ambassador to Iran, Saif Mohammed Al Zaabi, will resume his duties in Tehran in the coming days in an effort to further boost mutual relations, the UAE's Foreign Ministry says.
UAE Says Envoy To Return To Tehran After Years Of Strained Relations RFE/RL 21 Aug 2022 -- The United Arab Emirates said on August 21 that its ambassador to Iran, Saif Mohammed Al Zaabi, would return to Tehran in the coming days, more than six years after the Persian Gulf Arab state downgraded ties with the Islamic Republic.
UAE to Send Ambassador to Tehran After 6.5-Year Hiatus Sputnik 21 Aug 2022 -- The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is set to deploy its ambassador Saif Mohammed Al Zaabi to Tehran to restore the diplomatic ties with Iran after a 6.5-year halt in bilateral relations, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation said on Sunday.
President Raeisi: Iran will not give up on nation's rights in any negotiations Press TV 21 Aug 2022 -- Iran's President Ebrahim Raeisi says his administration will not give up on the nation's rights in any negotiations, in a clear allusion to the ongoing talks on the revival of the 2015 nuclear deal, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
West seeks to put Iran in tight spot, prevent Iran from producing nuclear fuel: AEOI chief Press TV 21 Aug 2022 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says the West has always sought to prevent the Islamic Republic from reaching the pinnacle of science and has left no stone unturned to stop the country from turning into a producer of nuclear fuel.
Cryptocurrencies Are No Digital Cure-All For Iran, Russia, Other Sanctioned States RFE/RL 21 Aug 2022 -- Cryptocurrencies are being eyed by Iran, Russia, and other sanctioned states as a way to evade punitive barriers to international trade -- but the dependence of "crypto" on banking systems makes it anything but a safe haven for illicit payments.
COVID-19 kills 44 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 20 Aug 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 143,332 with 44 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Saturday.
Iran to develop oilfield shared with Saudi Arabia in 3 years Press TV 20 Aug 2022 -- Iran says it will start pumping oil from a key oilfield that straddles the maritime border with Saudi Arabia in the Persian Gulf within the next three years.
Iranian Group Calls For Release Of Reformist Politician Tajzadeh RFE/RL 20 Aug 2022 -- Iran's leading reformist coalition has called for the release of prominent reformist politician Mostafa Tajzadeh, who was arrested last month over accusations of undermining national security.
Report: Iran Drops Demand in JCPOA Talks for US to Remove IRGC From Terror Blacklist Sputnik 20 Aug 2022 -- Iran dropped a key demand for the US to remove the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) from its Foreign Terrorist Organizations list as a condition to revive the 2015 nuclear agreement, formally known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), CNN reported, citing a senior Biden administration official.
COVID-19 kills 66 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 19 Aug 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 143,288 with 66 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Friday.
Spox: Will US correct wrong policy towards Iran? IRNA 19 Aug 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani in a tweet on Friday referred to the 1953 coup in Iran, wondering if the American government will correct its wrong and failed policy towards Iran and respect the Iranian nations' legitimate rights.
Iran to stand against West bullying in JCPOA implementation: Speaker IRNA 19 Aug 2022 -- In case the West wants to avoid implementing its commitments under the 2015 nuclear deal, the Islamic Republic will not allow them to pursue excessive demands, Iran's parliament speaker warned.
Iran parliament speaker urges West to adhere to JCPOA, stop bullying Press TV 19 Aug 2022 -- Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf has urged the Western countries to stick to their commitments under the 2015 nuclear agreement, warning them of any attempt to re-violate the deal through "bullying policies".
COVID-19 kills 62 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 18 Aug 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 143,222 with 62 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Thursday.
Powerful IRGC Navy forces tasked with mission to be deployed to high seas, Chief Commander says Press TV 18 Aug 2022 -- Chief Commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Hossein Salami has praised the naval warfare service branch of his force as "powerful and prevailing," stating that his fellow marines have been tasked with bolstering their presence in remote high seas areas.
No talk of good, lasting agreement unless all issues agreed upon, Iran FM tells Omani counterpart Press TV 18 Aug 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says no party can definitely talk about conclusion of a good and lasting agreement on the revival of the 2015 nuclear deal in the Austrian capital of Vienna unless all issues have been worked out.
'Agreement can be reached in Vienna if red lines met, economic benefits guaranteed' Press TV 18 Aug 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says the next steps for a possible agreement for restoration of the 2015 nuclear deal can be taken if Tehran's red lines are respected and economic benefits guaranteed.
Users Say Iranian Authorities Blocking Verification Codes On Cell Phones RFE/RL 18 Aug 2022 -- Iranian authorities have blocked cell phone users from receiving two-step verification codes on their devices in a move to further restrict access to social media and to filter access to information.
Tanker Trackers: After Iraqi Oil Blending Scheme, Iran Found Better way to Evade US Sanctions VOA 18 Aug 2022 -- An apparent scheme by Iran and its shipping industry allies to blend U.S.-sanctioned Iranian oil with Iraqi oil in 2020 was short-lived, according to tanker trackers who say Tehran dropped it in favor of a more efficient way to evade sanctions on its oil exports.
Iran makes "political decision" on nuke deal, awaits U.S. decision: senior lawmaker People's Daily 18 Aug 2022 -- A senior Iranian lawmaker said on Wednesday that Iran has made its "political decision" on a possible agreement on the revival of the 2015 nuclear deal, urging the United States to make its own one, the Student News Network (SNN) reported.
Iran says ready to deal with prisoners issue with U.S. People's Daily 18 Aug 2022 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry on Wednesday announced Iran's readiness for "immediate" implementation of the existing agreement with the United States on prisoners.
COVID-19 kills 67 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 17 Aug 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 143,160 with 67 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Wednesday.
Sentences Of Iranian Activists Seeking To Sue Government Over COVID Response Confirmed RFE/RL 17 Aug 2022 -- An appeals court in Tehran has confirmed the prison sentences of three outspoken campaigners who wanted to sue government officials for allegedly mismanaging the coronavirus crisis and hampering the rollout of COVID-19 vaccines.
Vienna talks final result hinges on how US reacts: Ulyanov IRNA 18 Aug 2022 -- Mikhail Ulyanov, Top Russian Negotiator to the 2015 Iran nuclear deal revival talks, said on Wednesday that the final result of the negotiations depends on how the United States reacts to the latest Iranian reasonable suggestions.
Commander: Homegrown Khalij Fars cadet training ship to join Iran Navy fleet within next two years Press TV 17 Aug 2022 -- Iranian Navy Commander Rear Admiral Shahram Irani says the country will launch a domestically-designed and manufactured cadet training ship within the next two years.
Top general lauds IRGC Navy development IRNA 17 Aug 2022 -- Chief of Staff of Iran's Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Bagheri said that the IRGC Navy, which has a brilliant background in fighting US aggressors in the Persian Gulf had made significant development in enhancing the power in the fields of fleet, missile, and drone.
Iran's top general hails meteoric progress in IRGC Navy's capabilities Press TV 17 Aug 2022 -- Iran's top military official has lauded the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) naval force for reaching a commanding level of capability that befits the superior status of the country's Islamic Revolution.
EU says Iran's response to EU draft agreement constructive IRNA 17 Aug 2022 -- The EU views Iran's response to a proposed blueprint for reviving the 2015 nuclear deal as constructive, Bloomberg quoted an EU diplomat who is familiar with Vienna negotiations and is in touch with US officials as saying.
Iranian negotiating team insists on closing Iran's safeguard case: Iran MP IRNA 17 Aug 2022 -- Rapporteur of Iranian Parliament's National Security and Foreign Policy Commission Abolfazl Amouei said on Wednesday that the Iranian negotiating team insists that for having a sustainable deal, the safeguards case should be closed.
Nuclear agreement hinges on U.S. decision after Iran responds to EU's draft: media People's Daily 17 Aug 2022 -- Iran has presented its written response about the latest draft of a potential agreement to revive a 2015 nuclear deal to the European Union, announcing that if the U.S. reaction features realism and flexibility, the nuclear agreement will be achieved, the official news agency IRNA reported Tuesday.
Iran says Afghanistan will stop diverting water from Helmand Press TV 17 Aug 2022 -- Iranian energy minister says Afghanistan has agreed to stop diverting water from the Helmand River as part of a recent understanding between the two countries that will enable Iran to receive its legal share of water from the river.
Iran voices readiness to cooperate in securing release of Iranians jailed in US IRNA 17 Aug 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani said on Wednesday that Iran stands ready to immediately implement an existing deal that is expected to secure the release of Iranian nationals that are innocently imprisoned in the country.
Iran ready to immediately implement agreement with US regarding "prisoners" ISNA 17 Aug 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani emphasized that the Islamic Republic of Iran has repeatedly announced to the US side through different channels that it is ready to address the issue of prisoners separately from the 2015 nuclear deal known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Iran calls on US to implement prisoner swap deal, free Iranian prisoners Press TV 17 Aug 2022 -- Iran has expressed its readiness for swift implementation of a prisoner swap deal with the US while urging Washington to free Iranians imprisoned in the US without tying the issue with irrelevant issues.
Iran Says It's Ready To Implement 'Immediate' Prisoner Swap Agreement With U.S. RFE/RL 17 Aug 2022 -- Tehran says it is ready to implement a prisoner swap with the United States and urged President Joe Biden to "act" and "remove obstacles" to making progress on the subject.
COVID-19 kills 78 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 16 Aug 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 143,093 with 78 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Tuesday.
Iranian official: We waiting for response of JCPOA's parties till Wednesday ISNA 16 Aug 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani emphasized that the Islamic Republic of Iran has repeatedly announced to the US side through different channels that it is ready to address the issue of prisoners separately from the 2015 nuclear deal known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
EU 'studying' Iran's response to proposed text on JCPOA revival: Spokesperson Press TV 16 Aug 2022 -- The European Union confirms that it has received Iran's response to a modified text proposed by the EU aimed at reviving the 2015 nuclear agreement, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), saying the bloc is "studying" the reply with parties to the deal and the United States.
US Expects Iran Comments on EU Proposal on JCPOA Revival to Be Final Stage - State Dept. Sputnik 16 Aug 2022 -- The Biden administration expects the talks on reviving the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) may be in the final stage after Iran responded to the European Union's proposal on the accord, US State Department spokesperson Ned Price said on Tuesday.
Iran Proposes to Secure JCPOA Preservation Guarantees in Draft Nuclear Deal, Russian Envoy Says Sputnik 16 Aug 2022 -- Tehran has proposed to enshrine guarantees for the preservation of the Iranian nuclear deal in a draft agreement to restore the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), Mikhail Ulyanov, Russia's permanent representative to the international organizations in Vienna, said on Tuesday.
Mad At Mullahs: Attacks On Iranian Clerics Highlight Rising Public Anger RFE/RL 16 Aug 2022 -- A woman assaulted a cleric in the holy Shi'ite city of Qom, home to seminaries and senior ayatollahs, knocking off his turban and stepping on it after he apparently warned her about her hijab.
Hundreds Protest Water Shortage In Central Iran, Chant 'Death To Raisi' RFE/RL 16 Aug 2022 -- Hundreds of people protested water shortages in the central Iranian province of Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari, chanting "Death to Raisi," a reference to President Ebrahim Raisi.
EU Confirms Iran Has Responded To Final Nuclear Proposal; Details Unclear RFE/RL 16 Aug 2022 -- Iran says it has responded to a final European Union-brokered proposal on reviving a 2015 nuclear accord, though details of the response were not immediately released.
Iran rejects smuggling arms to Yemen IRNA 15 Aug 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani on Monday categorically dismissed claims by an Arab media about smuggling of arms from Iran's southern port of Bandar Abbas to Yemen's Al-Hudaydah Port.
COVID-19 kills 71 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 15 Aug 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 143,015 with 71 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Monday.
Top Russian negotiator: Moscow will never be obstacle to restoration of JCPOA Press TV 15 Aug 2022 -- Russia's chief negotiator in the Vienna talks, Mikhail Ulyanov, says Moscow has never been and will never be an "obstacle" in the way of talks between Iran and the P4+1 group of countries aimed at reviving the 2015 nuclear deal, which was unilaterally abandoned by the US three years after its conclusion.
Iran offers its final conclusion on EU's plan to revive JCPOA, says deal possible if US realistic Press TV 15 Aug 2022 -- Iran says it has provided the European Union with its final conclusion on the talks aimed at reviving the 2015 nuclear agreement, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), and it is now the US' turn to show realism and flexibility if it really wants a final agreement to be reached.
U.S. Responding Privately To EU On Iran Nuclear Deal, As Tehran Readies Response RFE/RL 15 Aug 2022 -- The United States said on August 15 that it would respond privately to the European Union's "final draft" of a text to salvage the hobbled nuclear deal with Iran, as the international community awaited a response possibly within hours from Tehran on the proposal.
US Not Planning to Relax Enforcement of Iran Sanctions to Reach JCPOA Deal Sputnik 15 Aug 2022 -- The United States is not planning to relax enforcement of sanctions against Iran, including the foreign terrorist organizations (FTO) designations and sanctions on the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), State Department spokesman Ned Price said on Monday.
US orally agrees with two demands of Iran: FM IRNA 15 Aug 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said Monday that the United States has agreed with two of Iran's demands on the talks to revive the 2015 nuclear deal.
Vienna consensus possible if Iran's red lines observed: Spox IRNA 15 Aug 2022 -- Iran and the P4+1 group (Britain, France, Russia, China plus Germany) are close to an agreement in the Vienna talks, but it depends on observing Iran's redlines and interests, an Iranian official said.
We are at the beginning of the end of an agreement, says Iran's FM ISNA 15 Aug 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian pointed to the sanction removal talks in Vienna and said, "Now, we are at the beginning of the end of an agreement".
Iran denies reports its fuel output has dropped Press TV 15 Aug 2022 -- An Iranian petroleum industry source has denied reports suggesting that fuel production in the country has declined because of the lack of proper management on renovation operations in refineries.
Iranian President Signs Decree Further Restricting How Women Can Dress RFE/RL 15 Aug 2022 -- An order by Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi to enforce the country's hijab and chastity law has resulted in a new list of restrictions on how women can dress.
Iran strongly rejects any connection with Rushdie's attacker ISNA 15 Aug 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani strongly rejected the allegations regarding Iran's connection with Salman Rushdie's attacker.
Tehran Blames Rushdie For Attack; Blinken Slams 'Despicable' Iranian Press RFE/RL 15 Aug 2022 -- Tehran says Salman Rushdie is to blame for the stabbing that left the award-winning author seriously wounded as Washington slammed Iranian state media for its "despicable" reaction to "this heinous attack."
Iran Denies Link to Rushdie Stabbing VOA 15 Aug 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry on Monday denied any Iranian involvement in the stabbing of author Salman Rushdie.
COVID-19 kills 83 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 14 Aug 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 142,944 with 83 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Sunday.
Iran to launch desalination project at nuclear power plant Press TV 14 Aug 2022 -- Iran will launch construction works for a major water desalination project at its Bushehr power plant within the upcoming weeks, according to a local official in southwest of the country.
Iran's Top Automaker Eyes Russian Market Following Western Pullout RFE/RL 14 Aug 2022 -- Iran's leading automaker is seeking to grab a share of the Russian market after Western producers halted output or exited the market following sanctions.
The Attack against Salman Rushdie US Dept. of State 14 Aug 2022
COVID-19 kills 55 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 13 Aug 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 142,861 with 55 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Saturday.
Amir-Abdollahian: Language of threat against Iran and Iranians achieves nothing Press TV 13 Aug 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has warned the United States against using the language of force when addressing the Iranian nation.
COVID-19 kills 68 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 12 Aug 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 142,806 with 68 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Friday.
Police Identify Suspect In Attack On Author Salman Rushdie, Say He Acted Alone RFE/RL 12 Aug 2022 -- Police in the U.S. state of New York have identified the man who allegedly attacked author Salman Rushdie on August 12 and say they believe he acted alone.
Iran will never tie progress to JCPOA or leave negotiating table: President Raeisi Press TV 12 Aug 2022 -- Iran's President Ebrahim Raeisi says the Islamic Republic will neither leave the negotiating table with the P4+1 group of countries on the revival of the 2015 nuclear deal nor tie its progress to the accord.
EU proposals to revive JCPOA can be acceptable if Iran assured of key demands: Informed diplomat Press TV 12 Aug 2022 -- The European Union's proposals to revive the 2015 nuclear deal "can be acceptable" if they give assurances that Iran's key demands on various issues are met, an informed Iranian diplomat says.
China calls US 'empire of sanctions,' laments economic losses inflicted on Iran Press TV 12 Aug 2022 -- Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian has highlighted the economic losses incurred by Iran due to the United States' unilateral sanctions, condemning Washington for its unilateral policies.
Skyrocketing Inflation Pushes Iranians Away From Basic Food Items, Experts Say RFE/RL 12 Aug 2022 -- Skyrocketing inflation is forcing an increasing number of Iranians to limit buying fruit and vegetables, industry experts say, as Iran continues to grapple with crippling international sanctions.
COVID-19 kills 84 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 11 Aug 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 142,738 with 84 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Thursday.
Iran reports 84 daily coronavirus deaths as cases rise Press TV 11 Aug 2022 -- The number of COVID-19 deaths seems to have taken an upward trend in Iran over the past weeks, with the country's health officials saying more than 80 people have lost their lives in the past 24 hours in the latest wave of the pandemic.
Turkey's border wall causing serious environmental problems for Iran: Senior official Press TV 11 Aug 2022 -- A senior Iranian official has criticized Turkey for creating "serious" environmental problems by constructing a wall along the two countries' border.
Khayyam satellite stabilized successfully IRNA 11 Aug 2022 -- The spokesman for the Iranian Government announced Thursday the successful stabilization of the Khayyam homemade satellite.
Khayyam Satellite's abilities include monitoring natural disasters, mine discovery IRNA 12 Aug 2022 -- Iranian Space Agency (ISA) says capabilities of Khayyam Satellite are in agricultural field, natural disasters, rural changes, mine discoveries, and water resources monitoring.
Iran Navy aims to boost interaction with independent, advancing states: Commander Press TV 11 Aug 2022 -- Iranian Navy Commander Rear Admiral Shahram Irani says the country's naval forces seek to establish and boost interactions with the navies of the independent countries that are treading the path of progress despite being subjected to oppression.
COVID-19 kills 90 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 10 Aug 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 142,654 with 90 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Wednesday.
Iran FM: Message conveyed to US over sanctions removal talks IRNA 10 Aug 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said on Wednesday that the country has conveyed its message to the US through Europe regarding talks held in Vienna to remove sanctions on the Islamic Republic.
China calls on US to 'positively' respond to Iran's 'reasonable concerns' in Vienna talks Press TV 10 Aug 2022 -- China has called on the United States to "positively" respond to the Islamic Republic of Iran's "reasonable concerns" in the nuclear deal talks, blaming it for starting the "crisis".
Iranian Experts Undertake Review of Europe's 'Final' Nuclear Deal Offer Sputnik 10 Aug 2022 -- After unexpected recent progress in negotiations, the Western-led censure of Iran in the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) remains a major sticking point.
Iran says supervised designing, construction, launch of new satellite IRNA 10 Aug 2022 -- Head of the Iranian Space Agency Hassan Salariyeh said on Wednesday that different designing, construction and launch of Khayyam satellite were carried out under Iran's supervision.
President Raisi terms launch of Khayyam satellite as reason for pride IRNA 10 Aug 2022 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi on Wednesday described the successful launch of Khayyam satellite into orbit as source of pride and power.
Iran says received data from new satellite four times today Press TV 10 Aug 2022 -- Iran's minister of communications and information technology says data was received four times today, as scheduled, from the remote-sensing Khayyam satellite, which was launched into orbit on board a Russian rocket a day earlier.
Iran's government intends to make up for backwardness in aerospace field: President Raisi ISNA 10 Aug 2022 -- Iran's President stated, "In the future, we will witness the unveiling of new achievements in the field of aerospace science, which will greatly help the environment, mineral exploration, natural hazard management, and border monitoring".
Iran's energy minister in Kabul after Taliban releases water from Helmand Press TV 10 Aug 2022 -- Iran's Energy Minister Ali Akbar Mehrabian has traveled to Afghanistan days after Taliban authorities finally ordered the release of water from the country's Helmand River into Iran based on a long-stalled water treaty between the two neighbors.
Iran's naval forces thwart pirate attack on Iranian merchant vessel in Red Sea Press TV 10 Aug 2022 -- Iranian naval forces thwarted an overnight pirate attack on one of the country's merchant vessels in the Red Sea following a heavy exchange of fire, a senior commander said Wednesday.
Iran Commander Says Naval Attack Repulsed In Red Sea RFE/RL 10 Aug 2022 -- A senior commander says Iran's navy repelled an attack on an Iranian vessel in the Red Sea overnight on August 9-10, but he didn't identify the type of ship or its attackers.
Statement by National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan on Iran's Continued Targeting of U.S. Citizens The White House 10 Aug 2022
Iran says it will review Airbus contract if sanctions are lifted Press TV 10 Aug 2022 -- Iran's civil aviation chief says the country will need to revise a major aircraft supply contract with Airbus in case the two parties return to the deal after a potential removal of US sanctions on Tehran.
Member of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Charged with Plot to Murder the Former National Security Advisor US Dept. of Justice 10 Aug 2022 -- An Iranian national and member of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) was charged by complaint, unsealed today in the District of Columbia, with use of interstate commerce facilities in the commission of murder-for-hire and with providing and attempting to provide material support to a transnational murder plot.
Iran rejects 'baseless myth' of planning to kill Bolton Press TV 10 Aug 2022 -- Iran has brushed aside the "baseless myth" by the US government, accusing an Iranian national of plotting to assassinate former President Donald Trump's notorious national security advisor John Bolton.
U.S. Charges Iranian Operative With Plotting To Kill Ex-National-Security Adviser Bolton RFE/RL 10 Aug 2022 -- The U.S. Justice Department has charged a member of Iran's elite Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) in connection with an alleged plot to kill former White House national-security adviser John Bolton.
US Warns Iran of 'Severe Consequences' After Plot to Murder Bolton Uncovered Sputnik 10 Aug 2022 -- The United States is warning Iran of "severe consequences" if any US citizen is attacked after an Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps member was charged in an alleged plot to kill former National Security Advisor John Bolton, current National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan said on Wednesday.
Iranian Operative Charged in Plot To Murder John Bolton VOA 10 Aug 2022 -- An Iranian operative has been charged in a plot to assassinate former U.S. national security adviser John Bolton in presumed retaliation for a U.S. airstrike that killed a powerful Iranian general, the U.S. Justice Department said Wednesday.
COVID-19 kills 49 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 09 Aug 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 142,564 with 49 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Tuesday.
Iran Space Agency confirms proper functioning of Khayyam Satellite systems IRNA 09 Aug 2022 -- Iranian Space Agency confirmed the proper functioning of the entire systems of Iran's Khayyam Satellite that was successfully launched into space on August 9, 2022, on a Russian Soyuz from Baikonur Station successfully.
Iranian satellite launched from Kazakhstan IRNA 09 Aug 2022 -- Iranian satellite "Khayyam" launched from a station in Kazakhstan in cooperation with Russia.
Iran's 'Khayyam' satellite blasts off from Moscow-operated Baikonur Cosmodrome Press TV 09 Aug 2022 -- Iranian "Khayyam" satellite has been launched into orbit from the Moscow-operated Baikonur cosmodrome in Kazakhstan, marking what Iran called the beginning of "strategic" aerospace cooperation between Tehran and Moscow.
Russia Launches Iranian Satellite Into Orbit RFE/RL 09 Aug 2022 -- A Russian rocket successfully launched an Iranian satellite into space on August 9 amid accusations that Moscow might use it to improve its surveillance of military targets in Ukraine.
EU Envisions 'Very Quick' Responses On 'Final Text' Of Iran Nuclear Deal RFE/RL 09 Aug 2022 -- The European Union says that the United States and Iran are likely to respond "very quickly" to a "final text" that has emerged to revive a crippled nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers.
Dozens Of Iranian Activists Condemn Islamic Republic's Oppression Of Baha'i Community RFE/RL 09 Aug 2022 -- A group of 70 political and civil activists, university professors, artists, and human rights activists from Ian and abroad have condemned in a joint statement the Islamic Republic's treatment of the Baha'i community following a spike in restrictions and pressure on its members.
Iran's daily new COVID deaths at 54 IRNA 08 Aug 2022 -- Iran's Health Ministry on Monday announced that 54 people had lost their lives to COVID-19 over the past 24 hours.
Borrell Says New JCPOA Text Finalized, Parties Need to Make Political Decisions Sputnik 08 Aug 2022 -- EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell said on Monday that a new text of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) had been finalized, and now parties need to make political decisions to conclude the deal.
EU's Borrell on JCPOA talks: Political decisions must be made in capitals IRNA 08 Aug 2022 -- EU Foreign Policy Chief Josep Borrell said on Monday that political decisions should be made in the capitals, as talks to revive the 2015 Iran nuclear deal wrapped up in Vienna.
Iran official rejects report of 'final text' in Vienna talks with Europeans Press TV 08 Aug 2022 -- An Iranian foreign ministry official has dismissed a Wall Street Journal report that a text for restoring the 2015 nuclear accord with Iran had been completed and that negotiations in Vienna were finished.
Vienna talks on draft text accomplished: EU official IRNA 08 Aug 2022 -- A top official of the European Union has declared that the Vienna talks on finalizing a draft text for potential agreement on the revival of the 2015 Iran nuclear deal have come to an end.
Relative progress achieved in certain issues of Vienna talks: Iranian official IRNA 08 Aug 2022 -- In the talks in Vienna, Austria, the Iranian delegation has shared Iran's stance with other parties and they have reached relative progress in negotiations, an Iranian official said.
Iran FM: All sides in Vienna talks must be serious about achieving text of final agreement Press TV 08 Aug 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says all parties involved in the Vienna talks on the revival of the 2015 nuclear deal must take serious steps toward reaching the final text of an agreement.
Senior Foreign Ministry official: Relative progress made on some issues in JCPOA revival talks Press TV 08 Aug 2022 -- A senior official in Iran's Foreign Ministry says relative progress has been made during the new round of talks on the revival of the 2015 nuclear deal, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
U.S. Ready To Conclude Iran Nuclear Deal Based On EU's 'Final Draft' RFE/RL 08 Aug 2022 -- The United States is ready to "quickly conclude a deal" to revive the 2015 Iran nuclear agreement on the basis of proposals put forward on August 8 by the European Union, a State Department spokesperson said.
Iran's FM urges U.S. to act realistically to end nuclear talks People's Daily 09 Aug 2022 -- The Iranian foreign minister said on Monday that if parties to the Vienna talks, especially the United States, act realistically and avoid adopting unconstructive approaches, the road will be paved for an agreement on the revival of a 2015 nuclear deal.
Iran's daily new COVID deaths at 63 IRNA 07 Aug 2022 -- Iran's Health Ministry on Sunday announced that 63 people had lost their lives to COVID-19 over the past 24 hours.
U.S. keeps sanctioning Iran as "pressure leverage": Iranian lawmaker People's Daily 08 Aug 2022 -- While the ongoing negotiations in Vienna are aimed at the removal of anti-Iran sanctions, the United States keeps sanctioning as leverage to pressure the Islamic republic, an Iranian spokesperson told official IRNA news agency on Sunday.
Iran rejects reports Russia will control its satellite Press TV 07 Aug 2022 -- Iran has denied media reports suggesting that Russia will briefly maintain control of an Iranian satellite that will be sent into space next week from a Russian space station in Kazakhstan.
Tehran Says It Will Control 'From Day One' Iranian Satellite To Be Launched By Russia RFE/RL 07 Aug 2022 -- Tehran says Iranian experts will control "from day one" an Iranian satellite due to be launched by Russia next week, rejecting reports that it will be first used by Moscow to "enhance its surveillance of military targets" in Ukraine.
FM: Nukes have no place in Iran's doctrine IRNA 07 Aug 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said on Sunday that nuclear weapons have no place in the Islamic Republic's doctrine and are in contrast with its policies and religious beliefs.
Iran FM: Agreement on JCPOA revival depends on US showing realism in practice Press TV 07 Aug 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says achieving an agreement on the revival of the 2015 nuclear deal, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), depends on the US showing realism in practice.
Iran Says Revival Of Nuclear Deal Depends On Washington RFE/RL 07 Aug 2022 -- Iran's foreign minister has said the outcome of the ongoing talks in Vienna aimed at reviving a nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers depends on Washington's flexibility.
Zionist regime responsible for consequences of Gaza escalation: Iran FM IRNA 06 Aug 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said on Saturday that the Zionist regime totally stands responsible for the consequences of the ongoing escalation in the besieged Gaza Strip.
COVID-19 kills 61 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 06 Aug 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 142,398 with 61 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Saturday.
AEOI spox says safeguard issues being discussed in Vienna IRNA 06 Aug 2022 -- Behrouz Kamalvandi, the spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), said on Saturday that safeguard issues are being discussed during the ongoing negotiations in Vienna.
U.S. guarantees necessary to revive nuclear deal: Iranian lawmaker People's Daily 06 Aug 2022 -- Guarantees from the United States to secure Iran's interests is the requirement to salvage the 2015 nuclear deal, a senior Iranian lawmaker said on Friday.
Iran's daily new COVID deaths at 47 IRNA 05 Aug 2022 -- Iran's Health Ministry on Friday announced that 47 people had lost their lives to COVID-19 over the past 24 hours.
Nuclear weapons not in Iran's defense doctrine, belief: AEOI chief Press TV 05 Aug 2022 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) has underscored the country's commitment to the Nuclear Non-proliferation Treaty (NPT), saying there is no place for a nuclear weapons program in the Iranian defense doctrine or belief.
Iran 's stance in nuclear talks legitimate/US should fulfill commitments: Lavrov IRNA 05 Aug 2022 -- Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Friday, in support of the Iranian stance on lifting sanctions and nuclear talks, called for a change in the US stance and the return to the international agreement (JCPOA).
Iran FM: Negotiators bent on safeguarding economic, nuclear interests in Vienna talks Press TV 05 Aug 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says the negotiators will rigorously observe the country's red lines during the ongoing talks aimed at reviving the 2015 nuclear deal, which was abandoned by the United States three years after its conclusion.
Vienna talks: Russia backs Iran's position, advises US against pursuing 'altered plan' Press TV 05 Aug 2022 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says Tehran's position on the nuclear deal is "absolutely legitimate," calling on the US to return to the original accord instead of pushing for an "altered plan."
FCDO Minister statement on treatment of Baha'i in Iran UK FCDO 05 Aug 2022 -- FCDO Minister Lord (Tariq) Ahmad of Wimbledon expresses concern following an increase in arrests and persecution.
Iran says to resume full implementation of nuke commitments if U.S. makes "right decision" People's Daily 05 Aug 2022 -- Iran's ambassador to the United Nations has said that Iran will resume full implementation of its commitments under a 2015 nuclear deal, if the U.S. makes the "right decision," the official news agency IRNA reported on Thursday.
Iran says ready to return oil output to pre-sanctions level People's Daily 05 Aug 2022 -- Iran said on Wednesday that it is ready to return its crude oil production to pre-sanctions levels at the earliest possible time.
Iran demands IAEA withdraw accusations before reactivating surveillance cameras People's Daily 05 Aug 2022 -- Iran's top nuclear official said on Thursday the Iran will reactivate the surveillance cameras of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) at its nuclear sites only if the IAEA withdraws its accusations against Tehran.
Iran's daily new COVID deaths at 81 IRNA 04 Aug 2022 -- Iran's Health Ministry on Thursday announced that 81 people had lost their lives to COVID-19 over the past 24 hours.
Nuclear chief says Iran will turn on cameras after accusations withdrawn IRNA 04 Aug 2022 -- Mohammad Eslami, the head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), said on Thursday that the country will turn on the UN nuclear watchdog's cameras provided that all accusations levelled against the Islamic Republic are withdrawn.
US must give assurances Iran will fully enjoy JCPOA economic benefits: UN ambassador Press TV 04 Aug 2022 -- Tehran's ambassador to the United Nations says the main obstacle to the revival of the 2015 Iran deal is Washington's failure to give assurances that the Islamic Republic will fully enjoy the economic benefits of the accord.
Talks On Saving 2015 Nuclear Accord With Iran Restart In Vienna RFE/RL 04 Aug 2022 -- Negotiators have begun a new round of talks in Vienna on August 4 on salvaging a landmark 2015 nuclear accord between Iran and world powers.
Talks on removal of anti-Iran sanctions, JCPOA revival resume in Vienna Press TV 04 Aug 2022 -- Talks over the removal of anti-Tehran sanctions and reviving the Iran nuclear deal have resumed in the Austrian capital of Vienna, as Iran's lead negotiator Ali Bagheri Kani meets with the European Union's deputy foreign policy chief, Enrique Mora.
Iran top nuclear negotiator meets EU coordinator in Vienna IRNA 04 Aug 2022 -- Iran's Top Nuclear Negotiator Ali Bagheri Kani met with the European Union's coordinator of the JCPOA revival talks, Enrique Mora.
Iranian, Chinese delegates to JCPOA talks meet in Vienna IRNA 04 Aug 2022 -- The Iranian and Chinese negotiators in the talks over the revival of the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, known as the JCPOA, held talks in Vienna on Thursday.
Iran, Russia negotiators hold talks in Vienna IRNA 04 Aug 2022 -- Iranian and Russian negotiators started talks minutes ago in Vienna, Austria, on Thursday.
Iran Intel Ministry arrests 10 Daesh terrorists plotting attacks in Muharram Press TV 04 Aug 2022 -- Iran's Intelligence Ministry says it has identified and arrested 10 members of a Daesh Takfiri terrorist group that aimed to conduct acts of terror across the country during the mourning month of Muharram.
Iran Arrests 10 Alleged Islamic State Militants On Suspicion Of Plotting Attacks On Religious Processions RFE/RL 04 Aug 2022 -- Iran says it has arrested 10 militants affiliated with the extremist Islamic State (IS) group who were planning to carry out attacks on religious processions during the Islamic month of Muharram, which started on July 30.
Iran urges U.S. to seize chance of upcoming nuke talks People's Daily 04 Aug 2022 -- Iran's chief nuclear negotiator said on Wednesday that the United States should seize the opportunity of a new round of negotiations to revive the Iranian nuclear agreement.
Iran Space Agency: Khayyam satellite to be sent into orbit next week IRNA 04 Aug 2022 -- The Iranian Space Agency on Wednesday confirmed that Iran's Khayyam satellite will be sent into orbit next week in cooperation with Russia.
Iran says to launch sensing satellite using Russia's carrier People's Daily 04 Aug 2022 -- Iran's remote sensing satellite "Khayyam" will be launched by Russia's Soyuz satellite carrier next week, Iranian Space Agency (ISA) said Wednesday.
COVID-19 kills 75 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 03 Aug 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 142,209 with 75 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Wednesday.
Iran's new satellite to be launched into orbit IRNA 03 Aug 2022 -- The Roscosmos, a Russian space agency, announced on Wednesday that it will launch Iran's Khayyam satellite into space on August 9, 2022.
Russia's space agency to launch Iranian satellite 'Khayyam' into orbit Press TV 03 Aug 2022 -- In a joint endeavor between Tehran and Moscow, Russia's space agency is set to launch a satellite on behalf of Iran into space next week.
Iran says new Vienna talks to verify US seriousness to reach a deal IRNA 03 Aug 2022 -- Iran's top nuclear negotiator Ali Bagheri Kani said on Wednesday that the US' determination to reach an agreement over the JCPOA revival will be verified in the upcoming talks in Vienna.
Iran urges US to seize opportunity offered by generous JCPOA partners IRNA 03 Aug 2022 -- Iran's top negotiator in talks over the revival of the 2015 nuclear deal Ali Bagheri Kani on Wednesday urged the United States to act responsibly, now that an opportunity has been provided by what he called the generosity of the JCPOA partners.
Iran delegation leaves for Vienna to resume nuclear deal talks: FM Spox Press TV 03 Aug 2022 -- Iran's lead negotiator in Vienna talks and his accompanying delegation left for the Austrian capital on Wednesday to resume the talks aimed at reviving the accord and lifting sanctions.
Iranian Negotiators Heading To Vienna For Fresh Talks On Saving 2015 Nuclear Accord RFE/RL 03 Aug 2022 -- Chief negotiators for Iran and the United States are heading back to Vienna to resume talks on reviving the 2015 nuclear accord between Iran and global powers.
Iran Waiting for US Assurances to Resume Implementation of Nuclear Agreement - Envoy to UN Sputnik 03 Aug 2022 -- Iran is waiting for the United States to provide assurances and will, in turn, resume implementation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) nuclear agreement, Iran's Ambassador to the United Nations Majid Takht-Ravanchi said.
Gas injection into new centrifuges showed Iran's iron will to fight US sanctions: Nuclear chief Press TV 03 Aug 2022 -- Iran will not shy away from any action to safeguard its national rights against increasing pressures, Iran's nuclear chief has said, days after the country began to feed gas into cascades of new centrifuges as an immediate response to a fresh round of US sanctions.
Readout by NSC Spokesperson Adrienne Watson of National Security Advisor Sullivan's Call with Iranian-American Human Rights Activist Masih Alinejad The White House 03 Aug 2022
Amnesty Says Several Killed In May Crackdown On Iran Protests, Urges World Reaction RFE/RL 03 Aug 2022 -- Amnesty International says several people were killed in May when Iranian security forces used live ammunition to quell protests over the rising cost of living and has called on the international community to hold authorities to account.
Iran Prepares To Blind Three People In 'Eye For An Eye' Judicial Punishment RFE/RL 03 Aug 2022 -- The Tehran Criminal Prosecutor's Office has been directed to prepare to mete out retribution sentences that will see the state blind three people convicted of offenses that took the sight of their victims.
Iranian Officials Restrict Movement Of Baha'is As Pressure Campaign Builds RFE/RL 03 Aug 2022 -- The Iran Human Rights Organization says Iranian authorities have installed electronic tags on nine Baha'i followers and is restricting their movement in another sign the government is increasing pressure on the group.
Grossi: Iran nuclear program progressing very rapidly IRNA 03 Aug 2022 -- Director-General of the UN nuclear watchdog, Rafael Grossi, said that Iran is rapidly making progress in its nuclear program.
COVID-19 kills 74 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 02 Aug 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 142,134 with 74 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Tuesday.
Iran reacts to Pelosi's visit to Taiwan IRNA 02 Aug 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani on Tuesday reacted to a visit to Taiwan by Speaker of the United States House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi and said that respect to other country's national sovereignty is among key principles of the UN Charter.
Iran condemns US meddling in China's affairs as Pelosi visits Taiwan Press TV 02 Aug 2022 -- Iran condemns Washington's meddling in the domestic affairs of China and violation of the Asian state's territorial integrity, as the US House speaker makes a provocative visit to Chinese Taipei, severely increasing tensions with Beijing.
Justice Department Seeks Seizure of Boeing 747 Cargo Plane Grounded in Argentina US Dept. of Justice 02 Aug 2022 -- The U.S. Department of Justice transmitted a request to Argentinian authorities today to seize a Boeing 747-300M cargo plane following the unsealing of a seizure warrant in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia.
Argentina releases some crew of grounded plane after Iran's warning Press TV 02 Aug 2022 -- Argentina has ordered the release of some of the crew members of a Venezuelan cargo plane that was grounded in the country since June after Iran warned Buenos Aires that the Iranian aviation instructors travelling with the plane should be released immediately.
Iran says it welcomes any initiative that helps reach final agreement Press TV 02 Aug 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman says Tehran welcomes any initiative that helps pave the way for reviving the 2015 nuclear deal.
Iran: UK, France should avoid helping culprit of hampering JCPOA IRNA 02 Aug 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani said on Tuesday that the UK and France should not stand alongside culprits for the current situation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
UK, France must press US to take decisions for lasting, strong agreement: Iran Foreign Ministry Press TV 02 Aug 2022 -- The spokesman for Iran's Foreign Ministry has reiterated the futility of threats and sanctions against Tehran, urging Britain and France to force the US to take the necessary decisions to pave the way for a revival of the 2015 deal instead of siding with the party responsible for the agreement's troubled condition.
Iran's nuclear chief: Western countries repeat baseless accusations against Iran Press TV 02 Aug 2022 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says Western parties to the 2015 nuclear deal continue to level baseless accusations against Iran, which had been already refuted under the landmark agreement.
Tehran feeding gas into new centrifuges as countermeasure to fresh US sanctions: Iranian FM Press TV 02 Aug 2022 -- Iran's foreign minister says the recent decision to feed gas into cascades of new centrifuges was a response to the United States' insane obsession with imposing new sanctions against the country.
Iran to continue enriching uranium: AEOI spokesman ISNA 02 Aug 2022 -- The spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Behrouz Kamalvandi emphasized, "Iranian Head of Atomic Energy Organization's remarks on Iran's capability to get access to nuclear bomb have been misinterpreted, and Iran is not moving towards building a nuclear bomb".
Iran will continue enriching uranium to serve national needs: AEOI spokesman Press TV 02 Aug 2022 -- As Tehran starts feeding gas into hundreds of advanced IR-1 and IR-6 machines, the spokesman for Atomic Energy Organization (AEOI) of Iran says the process of enriching uranium will continue to fulfill the country's needs.
Addiction to sanctions features US dominance policy: Spox IRNA 02 Aug 2022 -- The spokesman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in response to the new sanctions imposed by the United States on Iran that Washington is addicted to the sanctions and uses them instrumentally, no matter who is in the White House.
US addiction to sanctions symbol of Washington's arrogant system: Iran ISNA 02 Aug 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has reacted to some new unilateral sanctions imposed by the US on trade with Iran.
Iran, Venezuela stress on strengthening of bartering model to increase mutual trade ties ISNA 02 Aug 2022 -- Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Economic Diplomacy Mahdi Safari held a meeting with Venezuela's transportation minister and the chair of the Iran-Venezuela Joint Economic Commission.
Iran awards $17.8 billion worth of contracts for building two refineries Press TV 02 Aug 2022 -- Iran has awarded two refinery construction contracts worth $17.8 billion to domestic consortia as it seeks to increase its crude oil refining capacity by 600,000 barrels per day (bpd) within the next five years.
Iranian Special Envoy for Afghanistan suggests solutions to prevent border conflict ISNA 01 Aug 2022 -- The Special Envoy of Iranian President for Afghanistan held a meeting with officials of Taliban Ministry of Defense during which he said that a joint committee would be established to prevent border conflict with Afghanistan.
COVID-19 kills 62 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 01 Aug 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 142,060 with 62 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Monday.
No need for nukes; Iran military might deterrent enough: AEOI spox IRNA 01 Aug 2022 -- Spokesman of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Behrouz Kamalvandi has said that it is pointless for the Islamic Republic to try to make a nuclear bomb, because the country is already powerful enough to defend itself without nukes.
Iran Reiterates It Has Technical Means To Build Nuclear Bomb, But Has No Intention Of Doing So RFE/RL 01 Aug 2022 -- The head of Iran's atomic energy organization, Mohammad Eslami, said on August 1 that the Islamic republic has the technical capability to produce a nuclear bomb but has no intention of doing so, according to the semiofficial Fars news agency.
AEOI launches hundreds of centrifuges including IR1s, IR6s: Spokesman IRNA 01 Aug 2022 -- Spokesman of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Behrouz Kamalvandi said on Monday that AEOI staff have been ordered to launch and inject gas to hundreds of centrifuges including IR1 and IR6 advanced machines.
Iran FM: All parties assessing Borrell's JCPOA proposal IRNA 01 Aug 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said on Monday that all parties to the talks over the revival of the 2015 Iran deal are currently assessing a proposal put forward by EU Foreign Policy Chief Josep Borrell.
Spox predicts JCPOA talks timing be determined soon IRNA 01 Aug 2022 -- The Foreign Ministry spokesman said on Monday that Iran welcomed any initiative facilitating a deal, predicting that the timing of the next round of talks between Tehran and the P4+1 would soon be decided on.
Blinken: US Prepared to Proceed With Iran Nuclear Deal on Basis of What Has Been Agreed Sputnik 01 Aug 2022 -- The United States is prepared to move forward with the Iran nuclear deal on the basis of what has already been agreed but Washington is uncertain whether Tehran is willing proceed, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Monday.
Designation of Entities Supporting Trade of Iranian Petroleum and Petrochemical Products US Dept. of State 01 Aug 2022 -- The United States is designating six entities facilitating illicit transactions related to Iranian petroleum as well as petroleum and petrochemical products, key sources of revenue for the Iranian government.
Treasury Targets Companies Supporting Iranian Petrochemical Conglomerate US Treasury 01 Aug 2022 -- Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) took action against companies used by Iran's Persian Gulf Petrochemical Industry Commercial Co. (PGPICC), one of the nation's largest petrochemical brokers, to facilitate the sale of tens of millions of dollars' worth of Iranian petroleum and petrochemical products from Iran to East Asia. PGPICC is a subsidiary of Iran's petrochemical conglomerate Persian Gulf Petrochemical Industry Co. (PGPIC), which accounts for half of all of Iran's total petrochemical exports.
U.S. Imposes Sanctions On Companies Accused Of Dealing With Iranian Oil Broker RFE/RL 01 Aug 2022 -- The United States has imposed sanctions on several companies in China, the United Arab Emirates, and Singapore that it says were used by an Iranian petrochemical broker to sell Iranian products to East Asia.
Iranian Security Agents Raid Baha'i Homes, Arrest Several Leaders RFE/RL 01 Aug 2022 -- Iranian security agents have raided the homes of dozens of Baha'i citizens in different parts of the country, arresting several well-known community leaders.
Iran says proposed ideas submitted to accelerate nuclear talks People's Daily 01 Aug 2022 -- Iran has submitted proposed ideas in "both substance and form" to the other sides of the Vienna talks on reviving the 2015 nuclear deal, to pave the way for the "swift conclusion" of the talks, Iran's top negotiator said Sunday.
New round of nuke talks likely to be held soon: Iranian lawmaker People's Daily 01 Aug 2022 -- An Iranian lawmaker said on Sunday that new round of talks on the revival of the 2015 nuclear deal will probably be held soon, the Iranian Students' News Agency (ISNA) reported.

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