November 2022 - Iran Special Weapons News

Iran registers zero COVID-19 deaths in 24 hours IRNA 30 Nov 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran stayed unchanged at 144,633 with another zero death day over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Wednesday.
Iran understands Turkey's security concerns in northern Syria, ready to offer initiatives to ease tensions: FM Press TV 30 Nov 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says the Islamic Republic understands Turkey's security concerns along the Syrian border, noting that Tehran is ready to use its capacities to help solve the differences between the two neighboring countries.
New Iraqi Prime Minister Tells Iran's Supreme Leader that Baghdad Will Stop Attacks Against It VOA 30 Nov 2022 -- Iraq's new prime minister, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, met Iran's top leaders, including Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, during his first important trip abroad since being named to head the government by the Iraqi parliament.
Iran summons French ambassador over foreign minister remarks IRNA 30 Nov 2022 -- Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Wednesday summoned the French ambassador in Tehran Nicolas Roche over unacceptable remarks by the country's foreign minister in the National Assembly and subsequent approval of an interventionist resolution in the assembly against the developments in Iran.
Iran summons French envoy over 'interventionist' resolution, remarks Press TV 30 Nov 2022 -- Iran's foreign ministry on Wednesday summoned the French ambassador in Tehran over the adoption of an "interventionist" anti-Iran resolution at French National Assembly and "unacceptable" remarks by the country's top diplomat.
Iran navy defending national interests around globe: Cmdr. IRNA 30 Nov 2022 -- Rear Admiral Shahram Irani, the Commander of the Islamic Republic of Iran Navy, has underscored that Iran's Army Navy is defending the national interests of the Islamic country not only in territorial waters but also throughout the world.
Iran thwarted all-out hybrid war waged by 47 foreign spy agencies: Basij chief Press TV 30 Nov 2022 -- The head of Basij volunteer forces says the Islamic Republic of Iran successfully managed to thwart hybrid war planned by 47 foreign spy agencies during the recent foreign-backed riots in the country.
Official: Iran signs $4 billion services deal with Iraq Press TV 30 Nov 2022 -- Iran has concluded a $4 billion contract in the field of exporting technical and engineering services with Iraq, board director of the Iranian Oil, Gas and Petrochemical Products Exporters' Association (OPEX) has said.
Iranian Sunni Clerics Release Video Urging End To Deadly Crackdown On Protesters RFE/RL 30 Nov 2022 -- Sunni clerics of the southern Iranian province of Sistan and Baluchistan have released a video calling on authorities of the Islamic republic to stop a deadly crackdown on protests that has "no justificiation."
Iran arrests "spy agents" related to U.S. intelligence services: IRGC commander People's Daily 30 Nov 2022 -- An Iranian military chief said Tuesday that a number of people have been arrested for contact with U.S. intelligence services during the recent riots in the country.
Iran registers zero COVID-19 deaths in 24 hours IRNA 29 Nov 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran stayed unchanged at 144,633 with another zero death day over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Tuesday.
Alabama Man Indicted for Violating U.S. Sanctions Against Iran US Dept. of Justice 29 Nov 2022 -- An indictment was unsealed today charging Ray Hunt, 69, of Madison County, Alabama, with federal offenses related to an illegal scheme to export U.S.-origin goods to Iran.
Iranian American Arrested on Charges of Sanctions Violations VOA 29 Nov 2022 -- An Iranian American businessman from the southern U.S. state of Alabama has been arrested on federal charges of violating U.S. sanctions on Iran.
Excerpt from National Security Adviser and National Security Council Director Dr. Eyal Hulata's remarks on the Iranian nuclear issue and the regional opportunities, to the IDI National Security and Democracy Conference Israel - Prime Minister 29 Nov 2022
Iran favors united nation, strong government in Iraq: President Raisi IRNA 29 Nov 2022 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi on Tuesday voiced Iran's support for a united nation and strong government in neighboring Iraq.
Iran's Leader urges Iraq to exercise greater sovereignty on Kurdish region Press TV 29 Nov 2022 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says anything that may disrupt Iran's security will inevitably impinge on Iraq as well, calling on the Baghdad government to exercise greater sovereignty over areas in the country's semi-autonomous Kurdistan region.
President Raisi: Fighting terrorists among Iran-Iraq agreements IRNA 29 Nov 2022 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi stressed the fact that security, peace, and stability in the region are very important for Iran and the Iraqi government, adding that fighting terrorist groups, organized crimes, drug trafficking and any insecurity that threatens the region is part of the agreements and common will of the two countries.
Iran's ties with Iraq top-tier: President Raisi ISNA 29 Nov 2022 -- Iranian President stated, "The relations between the Islamic Republic of Iran and Iraq are different and top-tier, and the strengthening and deepening of bilateral relations should lead to the development and improvement of the level of regional and international interactions in order to establish as much peace and stability in the region and the world as possible".
Iran's Oil Ministry opens first office in Iraq Press TV 29 Nov 2022 -- The Iranian Oil Ministry has opened a first independent office in Iraq amid plans between the two neighboring countries to boost their bilateral energy cooperation.
Presence of outsiders in region won't bring security at all: Iranian President ISNA 29 Nov 2022 -- Iranian President stated, "Today, Iran and Iraq have very good and close cooperation in a wide range of political, economic, security, social, cultural, scientific and technological issues, and we hope that this cooperation will improve in the new era".
Belgian Aid Worker's Family Concerned Over Son's Hunger Strike In Iranian Prison RFE/RL 29 Nov 2022 -- The family of a Belgian aid worker says their son, who is jailed in Iran, has gone on a hunger strike to protest the "inhumane" conditions of his incarceration, which they say "amount to the equivalent of torture."
Exclusive: Iranian Dissident Journalist Who Disappeared In Turkey Ends Up In Custody Of Iran's Revolutionary Guards RFE/RL 29 Nov 2022 -- An Iranian dissident journalist who disappeared in Turkey in May is now in the custody of Iran's powerful Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC), sources with knowledge of the case told RFE/RL.
Relying on domestic capabilities to bring real independence: Iran cmdr. IRNA 29 Nov 2022 -- Chief of Staff of Iran's Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Bagheri has said that self-reliance is the only way to reach real independence and honor.
Iran Rejects US Accusations of Involvement in Attack on Oil Tanker Near Oman, Reports Say Sputnik 28 Nov 2022 -- The spokesperson for Iranian Foreign Ministry, Nasser Kanaani, rejected all the US accusations of its involvement in the attack on the oil carrier near the shores of Oman and called them baseless, the Iranian media reported on Monday.
Iran registers zero COVID-19 deaths in 24 hours IRNA 28 Nov 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran stayed unchanged at 144,633 with another zero death day over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Monday.
Iran enjoys fully indigenous defense equipment: Commander IRNA 28 Nov 2022 -- Commander of Iran Army Air Defense Brigadier General Alireza Sabahifard has said that the country's air defense is developing day by day, adding that Iran is among a few nations possessing totally homegrown defense equipment.
Iran's naval power frustrates foes on sea: Cmdr. IRNA 28 Nov 2022 -- Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy Rear Admiral Ali Reza Tangsiri said on Monday that the IRGC and the Army navy forces' synergy has brought about unrivaled combat power for the country in the region and frustrated all the so-called superpowers on the sea in the world.
Iran capable of disabling enemies' missile defense shield: Cmdr IRNA 28 Nov 2022 -- Commander of IRGC Aerospace Force Brigadier General Amirali Hajizadeh said on Monday that Iran is capable enough to disable the missile defense shield of the enemies for several decades.
IRGC commander: Iran's latest missiles can incapacitate enemies' missile defenses for decades Press TV 28 Nov 2022 -- A top commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the country's latest supersonic missiles can render enemies' missile defense shields inoperable for many decades.
Iran Has Missiles That Can Slip Through Enemy Missile Shields, Top Commander Says Sputnik 28 Nov 2022 -- The Pentagon estimates that Iran has more than 3,000 ballistic and cruise missiles in its arsenal. Many have a long-enough range to strike Israel - Iran's regional arch-nemesis, in the event that Tel Aviv launches an attack on Tehran's nuclear facilities.
Ayatollah Khamenei urges all-out promotion of Iran's naval capabilities, stronger presence in intl. waters Press TV 28 Nov 2022 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has called for the all-out promotion of combat capabilities of the Islamic Republic of Iran Navy, stressing the need for the naval force to continue its presence in international waters and high seas.
Iran won't cooperate with UN fact-finding mission: Kanaani ISNA 28 Nov 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani announced that Tehran won't have any cooperation with a fact-finding mission which is supposed to be set up based on the vote of the Human Rights Council regarding the recent developments in Iran.
Iran rules out cooperation with 'politicized' UN Human Right Council's fact-finding mission Press TV 28 Nov 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry says Tehran will not cooperate with the so-called fact-finding mission created after a UN Human Rights Council resolution, engineered by Germany, to probe claims of human rights abuses during the recent riots, stressing that Iran has already formed a national fact-finding committee to look into the events.
Iranian Truckers Strike For Third Day In Support Of Protesters RFE/RL 28 Nov 2022 -- Iranian truck drivers have continued to strike for a third day, with more joining their ranks across the country despite threats from security agents over undelivered cargo.
Iranian Hard-Liners Propose Punishment For Cooperation With 'Hostile' Countries RFE/RL 28 Nov 2022 -- Hard-line Iranian lawmakers have proposed a plan to enact harsher punishments against protesters who they say are cooperating with "hostile" foreign countries.
Iran registers zero COVID deaths for third consecutive day IRNA 27 Nov 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran stayed unchanged at 144,633 with zero deaths for the third consecutive day, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Sunday.
Zolqardr: Enemy was after designing Iran colorful revolution IRNA 27 Nov 2022 -- Secretary of Expediency Council said that in the country's recent events the enemy had assumed conditions were ripe for the outbreak of a revolution in Iran, so relying on previous experience of colorful revolutions in some counties, let us have one in Iran, but the Iranian nation said a big no to them.
UNICEF calls for the protection of children against all forms of violence in Iran amid public unrest UNICEF 27 Nov 2022 -- "UNICEF condemns all violence against children and calls for an end to all forms of violence and abuse that have reportedly claimed the lives of over 50 children and injured many more during the public unrest in Iran.
Iran reserves right to enrich uranium at 60%: MPs IRNA 27 Nov 2022 -- Two Iranian lawmakers have stressed that uranium enrichment at the 60 percent purity level is Iran's right to meet domestic needs concerning fuel, medicine, and other peaceful purposes.
Iran FM: Categorical approval of SCO accession by parl., sign of Iran's will to develop all-out intl. cooperation Press TV 27 Nov 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says the strong support of the country's parliament for Tehran's accession to the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) is indicative of the Islamic Republic's determination to boost all-out international cooperation.
Iran steps up military presence near Iraqi borders against "separatist" threats People's Daily 26 Nov 2022 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has stepped up military presence near the western and northwestern borders of the country to deal with "separatist" threats, an IRGC commander said Friday.
Iran registers zero COVID-19 death in 24 hours IRNA 26 Nov 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran stayed unchanged at 144,633 with another zero death day over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Saturday.
Iran registers zero COVID-19 death in 24 hours IRNA 25 Nov 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran stayed unchanged at 144,633 with another zero death day over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Friday.
Iraq to Redeploy Border Guards to Stop Attacks by Iran, Turkey - Prime Minister's Office Sputnik 24 Nov 2022 -- Iraq has decided to redeploy border guards to stop attacks on the part of Iran and Turkey, the Iraqi Prime Minister's Office said in a statement.
IRGC to boost ground forces in western borders: Cmdr. IRNA 25 Nov 2022 -- Commander of Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Ground Force Brigadier General Mohammad Pakpour has announced that the Islamic Republic would enhance armored units and special forces in western and northwestern border areas.
IRGC sends reinforcements to stop infiltration of separatist terrorists: Commander Press TV 25 Nov 2022 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps has sent reinforcements to Iran's riot-hit Kurdish areas in order to stop the infiltration of "terrorists" from neighboring Iraq, a senior commander said on Friday, as the fight against separatist groups continues.
Rights Groups Say Iran Forcing Families To Bury Dead At Night RFE/RL 25 Nov 2022 -- Human rights groups say Iranian authorities have forced the family of one of the victims killed by security forces during protests in the Kurdish city of Mahabad to bury their son's body in the middle of the night under strict security measures.
Iran Rejects UN Probe Into Deadly Crackdown On Protests RFE/RL 25 Nov 2022 -- Iran has rejected a decision by the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) to form a fact-finding committee to investigate human rights violations amid a violent crackdown on anti-government protests that erupted over the death of Mahsa Amini.
Iran urges UK to pay heed to internal woes, stop meddling in Mideast IRNA 25 Nov 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani urged the statesmen in London to stop accusing the Islamic Republic and pay heed to the broad demands of British citizens, as well as eliminate discrimination practiced by the UK against migrants and Muslims in that country.
Iran registers single Covid death in past 24 hours IRNA 24 Nov 2022 -- Iran's Health Ministry on Thursday announced that one person had died due to COVID-19 over the past 24 hours.
The United Nations Human Rights Council Holds Special Session on Iran US Dept. of State 24 Nov 2022 -- Today's Special Session at the UN Human Rights Council addressed the deteriorating human rights situation in Iran, with a particular and appropriate focus on the regime's brutal acts of repression and violence against women and children, especially girls.
UN Human Rights Council Special Session on Iran: UK statement UK FCDO 24 Nov 2022 -- The UK's Permanent Representative to the UN in Geneva, Ambassador Simon Manley, raises concerns about the deteriorating human rights situation in Iran.
UN rights body launches Iran human rights investigation UN News 24 Nov 2022 -- Following calls from UN human rights chief Volker Türk for an independent investigation into ongoing deadly violence against protesters in Iran, the Human Rights Council has created a fact-finding mission, related to the protests that began on 16 September 2022.
UN Rights Council Orders Probe of Iran Crackdown on Protests VOA 24 Nov 2022 -- The U.N. Human Rights Council on Thursday condemned Iran's repression of peaceful demonstrators following the death of Mahsa Amini and voted to create a high-level investigation into the deadly crackdown.
Speech by Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock at the Special Session of the Human Rights Council on the human rights situation in Iran Germany Federal Foreign Office 24 Nov 2022
Statement by Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock prior to her departure for the special session of the UN Human Rights Council on Iran Germany Federal Foreign Office 24 Nov 2022 -- The Iranian demonstrators do not have a seat on the Human Rights Council in Geneva and they do not have their own voice in the United Nations.
FM Amir-Abdollahian: Iran is strong, stable; will not allow foreign meddling in its internal affairs Press TV 24 Nov 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has censured the German government's latest anti-Tehran moves, stressing that the Islamic Republic is fully committed to human rights but will not allow any foreign interference in its domestic affairs.
In warning to enemies, IRGC chief says no assassination act will go unanswered Press TV 24 Nov 2022 -- The chief commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) warns enemies that no act of assassination against the elite force will go unanswered, days after the IRGC blamed Israel for the martyrdom of one of its members in Syria.
Australia, Netherlands Confirm Citizens Detained In Iran, Access Denied RFE/RL 24 Nov 2022 -- Australia and the Netherlands have confirmed the arrests of dual nationals in Iran and say the detainees have been denied consular access.
IAEA officials to visit Iran for talks: Iranian atomic chief People's Daily 24 Nov 2022 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami announced on Wednesday that the director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and accompanying officials will travel to Tehran for talks.
Exchange of messages with U.S. to remove sanctions continues: Iranian FM People's Daily 24 Nov 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian said here Wednesday that the exchange of messages between his country and the United States for the removal of anti-Iran sanctions still continues.
Iranian, Ukrainian experts meet to remove misunderstanding IRNA 23 Nov 2022 -- Defense experts of Iran and Ukraine have held a meeting to clear up misunderstandings about use of drones in the Ukraine conflict.
COVID-19 kills 2 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 23 Nov 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,632 with two more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Wednesday.
Joint Statement by the Representatives of Iran, Russia and Türkiye on the 19th International Meeting on Syria in the Astana Format (Astana, 23 November 2022) Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 23 Nov 2022
No: 353, 23 November 2022, Press Release Regarding the High Level Meeting on Syria Held in Astana on 22-23 November 2022 Republic of Turkey Ministry of Foreign Affairs 23 Nov 2022 -- The nineteenth round of the International Meeting on Syria in Astana format was held on 22-23 November 2022 in Astana.
Syria territorial integrity highlighted in Astana meeting IRNA 23 Nov 2022 -- Russia, Türkiye, Syria, and Iran have emphasized the need for full implementation of agreements on northern Syria and compliance with the independence and territorial integrity of the war-torn country.
Iran Says IRGC Colonel Killed In Roadside Bombing Attack In Syria RFE/RL 23 Nov 2022 -- Iran says that Colonel Davoud Jafari, a senior commander with the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC), has been killed in Syria by a roadside bomb in an attack Tehran blamed on Israel.
US imposes sanctions on more Iranian officials over riots response IRNA 23 Nov 2022 -- The US Treasury Department on Wednesday imposed sanctions on more Iranian officials over the country's response to the recent riots in the country.
Foreign conspiracy to bring about civil war in Iran fails: FM ISNA 23 Nov 2022 -- The second press conference of Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian began on Wednesday in Tehran.
Iranian Rights Groups Say Dozens Killed In Kurdish Region In Police Crackdown RFE/RL 23 Nov 2022 -- Human rights sources say that dozens of people have been killed by Iranian security agents in recent weeks as a deadly crackdown intensifies in the country's western Kurdistan region, which has been the epicenter of anti-establishment protests that have raged for months following the death of a young woman in police custody.
Conspiracy to split up Iran, foment terrorism and civil war failed: FM Press TV 23 Nov 2022 -- Iran's foreign minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian said Wednesday that the conspiracy to split up the country and foment terrorism and civil war in recent months had failed.
Designating Iranian Officials Connected to Serious Human Rights Abuses in Iran's Kurdistan and West Azerbaijan Provinces US Dept. of State 23 Nov 2022 -- The United States is gravely concerned by reports that Iranian authorities are escalating violence against peaceful protesters. Today, we are taking additional action as Iranian security forces, including Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) forces, reportedly are stepping up their violent crackdown on peaceful anti-government protests in Iran's Kurdistan Province and surrounding areas.
Treasury Sanctions Iranian Officials Connected to the Continued Protest Crackdown US Treasury 23 Nov 2022 -- Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is designating three Iranian security officials for the Iranian regime's continued crackdown on ongoing protests throughout the country, including most recently in Kurdish areas.
Nuclear chief: IAEA officials' visits to Iran made based on agreed plan IRNA 23 Nov 2022 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran, Mohammad Eslami, said on Wednesday that visits by the UN nuclear watchdog's officials to the country are carried out based on a schedule which the two sides discuss and agree upon.
Iran says still exchanging message with US over removal of sanctions IRNA 23 Nov 2022 -- Iranian Minister of Foreign Affairs Hossein Amirabdollahian said on Wednesday that Iran is still exchanging messages with the United States through the European Union and other mediating countries.
AEOI Chief undermines IAEA BoG resolution IRNA 23 Nov 2022 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran Mohammad Eslami said that the new capacities that have been created at the Fordo and Natanz sites are based on the International Atomic Energy Agency regulations, and political pressure and resolutions are not the solution.
Any political pressure to face with reciprocity: AEOI chief ISNA 23 Nov 2022 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami stressed that the gas injection of new chains and a new capacity have started in Natanz nuclear facility and enriching capacity in Fordow nuclear facility has increased from 20 percent to 60 percent using the existing capacity.
Iran starts power trading with Turkey, exports to Europe in sight Press TV 23 Nov 2022 -- Iran and Turkey have started trading electricity for a first time, says an Iranian Energy Ministry official, amid Iran's plans to launch power exports to European countries via the Turkish grid.
Iran-Venezuela relationship develops beyond energy Press TV 23 Nov 2022 -- Iran is planning to ship another 2,000 cars to Venezuela, an Iranian trade official says, in a further sign of a burgeoning relationship that appears to be developing beyond energy.
Iranian Military Advisor Reportedly Dies in Syria From Bomb Explosion, Israel Blamed Sputnik 23 Nov 2022 -- The advisor belonged to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, an elite Iranian military and political group created in 1979 from the paramilitary units of the Islamic Revolutionary Committees as supporters of the Shiite leader Grand Ayatollah Khomeini.
Iraq says Iran-Saudi talks now on diplomatic path IRNA 23 Nov 2022 -- The Iraqi Foreign Ministry on Wednesday announced that negotiations between Iran and Saudi Arabia have now entered a diplomatic path.
IRGC Ground Force cmdr. urges civilians to stay away from terror bases in Iraqi Kurdistan Press TV 23 Nov 2022 -- A senior commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has called upon ordinary Iraqi people to evacuate areas close to the hideouts of separatist terrorists in the Arab country's semi-autonomous Kurdistan region, as his force launched fresh strikes on the positions of the militants.
U.S. Navy Analysis Confirms Iranian Link to Drone Attack CENTCOM 22 Nov 2022 -- A U.S. Navy lab in Bahrain has confirmed Iran's connection to a Nov. 15 aerial drone attack on a Liberian-flagged commercial tanker transiting international waters in the Middle East.
COVID-19 kills 3 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 22 Nov 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,630 with three more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Tuesday.
Iran Requests Expert Meeting With Ukraine to Remove Confusion About Drones, Report Says Sputnik 22 Nov 2022 -- Iran's permanent mission to the UN has requested a joint expert meeting with Ukraine to remove misunderstanding caused by media reports about Tehran's alleged plans to produce Iranian drones in Russia for their use in the Ukrainian conflict, Iranian news agency reported on Tuesday, citing the mission.
Astana Talks on Syria Between Russia, Turkey, Iran Underway Following Turkish Air Strikes Sputnik 22 Nov 2022 -- The delegations of Russia, Turkey and Iran are holding the 19th round of high-level talks of the Astana format summit on the peaceful settlement in Syria in the Kazakh capital, Astana, following Turkish air strikes against Kurdish militia in the north of Syria.
Iranian Attacks Against the Iraqi Kurdistan Region US Dept. of State 22 Nov 2022 -- Iran's violations of Iraqi territorial integrity continue with lethal attacks carried out against the Iraqi Kurdistan Region from November 20 through 22.
IRGC urges Iraqis to stay away from terrorists' hideouts IRNA 22 Nov 2022 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has cautioned the Iraqi citizens, residing near the hideouts of anti-Iran separatists, to leave the northern Iraq, as the Iranian forces try to cleanse those areas.
Iraqi Kurdistan officials unwilling to enhance security: Iran envoy IRNA 22 Nov 2022 -- Iranian Ambassador to Iraq Mohammad Kazem Al-Sadegh said that the officials of the Iraqi Kurdistan region can uproot anti-Iran terrorists, but they did not show such a willingness.
Separatists' hideouts in Iraqi Kurdistan pounded IRNA 22 Nov 2022 -- Hideouts of armed anti-Iran groups in two Iraqi provinces of Erbil and Kirkuk have been pounded by the use of several missiles and drones.
IRGC launches fresh drone, missile attacks on bases of separatist terrorists in northern Iraq: Tasnim Press TV 22 Nov 2022 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has conducted a new round of drone and missile strikes against strongholds of hostile separatist terror groups based in Iraq's semi-autonomous region of Kurdistan.
Iran Says Fordow Nuclear Plant Now Enriching Uranium To 60 Percent RFE/RL 22 Nov 2022 -- Iran has announced it is now enriching uranium at a 60 percent purity level at its Fordow underground nuclear facility after the United Nations nuclear watchdog condemned Tehran's failure to cooperate over visits by the agency.
Iran starts enriching uranium to 60% purity at Fordow in response to IAEA resolution Press TV 22 Nov 2022 -- Iran has started enriching uranium to the purity level of 60% at its Fordow nuclear facility, following the recent resolution that the US and the European troika initiated at the UN nuclear agency's Board of Governors to mount pressure on the Islamic Republic.
Iran ramps up production of 60% enriched uranium IRNA 22 Nov 2022 -- Iran says it has ramped up its production of 60% enriched uranium in response to a recent resolution adopted by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
Iran begins enriching uranium to 60% purity ISNA 22 Nov 2022 -- For the first time, Iran has begun enriching uranium to 60% purity at Fordow nuclear facility.
UK, France and Germany condemn Iran's decision to further expand its nuclear programme UK FCDO 22 Nov 2022 -- The UK, France and Germany (the E3) have issued a joint statement condemning the Iranian regime's decision to further expand its nuclear programme.
Iran nuclear program misused by West to pursue hostile policies IRNA 22 Nov 2022 -- Iran's peaceful nuclear program has turned into a pretext in the hands of the United States and its European allies to put forward their hegemony and domination while denying information on the nature of the Iranians' activities in this respect.
Iran's Atomic Energy Organization Says Increases Production of 60% Enriched Uranium Sputnik 22 Nov 2022 -- The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) said on Tuesday that the country had increased or started the production of uranium enriched up to 60% in a number of its nuclear facilities.
Iran's Judiciary Says More Than 2,400 Convicted During Protests So Far RFE/RL 22 Nov 2022 -- Iran's judiciary says that more than 2,400 people have been convicted of offenses related to unrest sparked by the death of a young woman while in police custody for a dress-code violation, while another 1,118 people have been indicted as part of a government crackdown on dissent and are waiting for their cases to be heard.
Iranian Lawmakers Propose Punishments For Protesting Students RFE/RL 22 Nov 2022 -- Iranian lawmakers have proposed banning student protesters from traveling abroad for 10 years as the Islamic republic struggles to suppress the biggest show of dissent in years.
UN Rights Chief Warns Iran's Crackdown On Protests At 'Critical' Point As Deaths Rise RFE/RL 22 Nov 2022 -- UN human rights chief Volker Turk has warned that the situation surrounding the Iranian government's crackdown on unrest sparked by the death of a young woman in police custody has reached a "critical" point, with more than 300 people killed by security forces in recent weeks.
Iran: 40 people killed in protests over past week - OHCHR UN News 22 Nov 2022 -- More than 40 people have been killed in Iran during the past week, including two teenagers, the UN human rights office, OHCHR, said on Tuesday.
UN Lashes Out at Iran for Harsh Crackdown on Protests VOA 22 Nov 2022 -- The United Nations on Tuesday assailed Iran for the Islamic Republic's increasingly harsh attacks on protests that were sparked by the death of a 22-year-old Kurdish woman in the custody of the country's morality police.
Iranian Navy to unveil new indigenous naval attack helicopters, drones in near future: Commander Press TV 22 Nov 2022 -- Iranian Navy Commander Rear Admiral Shahram Irani says his force will soon unveil new homegrown naval attack helicopters and long-range drones, stating the major military achievements will join the country's naval fleet in the near future.
Iran rejects Washington Post claim on drone deal with Russia, says in talks with Ukraine Press TV 22 Nov 2022 -- Iran has rejected a report on an agreement between Tehran and Moscow to assemble Iranian-designed drones on Russian soil for the Ukraine war, saying the Islamic Republic has had and will have defense cooperation with Ukraine.
COVID-19 kills 1 more Iranian over past 24 hours IRNA 21 Nov 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,627 with one more Iranian killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Monday.
Raisi felicitates Tokayev's re-election as President of Kazakhstan IRNA 21 Nov 2022 -- Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi congratulated the re-election of Kassym-Jomart Tokayev as the President of the friendly and brotherly country of Kazakhstan.
Iran initiates new round of drone-missile attack on separatist IRNA 21 Nov 2022 -- The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Ground Forces started new round of missile and drone attacks on remaining hideouts of the separatist terrorists in northern Iraq.
Iran's latest strikes on Kurdish opposition bases in northern Iraq necessary to protect borders: Kanaani ISNA 21 Nov 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani stressed that Tehran has practically shown that it is committed to the negotiation table to reach a good and stable agreement.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards Fire On Headquarters Of Opposition Groups Inside Northern Iraq RFE/RL 21 Nov 2022 -- Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) has fired on the headquarters of Iranian Kurdish opposition groups based in northern Iraq, the latest in a series of attacks as Tehran accuses them of fomenting a wave of unrest inside the Islamic republic.
Iranian Army Ground Force takes delivery of smart air defense system: Commander Press TV 21 Nov 2022 -- Commander of the Iranian Army's Ground Force Brigadier General Kioumars Heydari says his force has taken delivery of a sophisticated and smart air defense system developed and manufactured by the country's military experts and technicians.
'A Nightmare': Iran Intensifies Deadly Crackdown In Kurdistan Region As Protests Rage RFE/RL 21 Nov 2022 -- Iranian authorities have intensified their deadly crackdown in the country's western Kurdistan region, which has been the epicenter of the anti-establishment protests that have raged for months.
Iran's Christians Say Officials Are Pressuring Them To Stay Out Of Protests RFE/RL 21 Nov 2022 -- A senior member of the Iranian Christian community says that security officials are pressuring religious minorities to remain silent and not participate in anti-government protests.
Student Death Fuels Protests Among Iran's Azerbaijani Turks VOA 21 Nov 2022 -- Iranian authorities are reportedly detaining dozens of people among the Azerbaijani Turk communities in the country's northwest after a local medical student was killed during an anti-government protest last week.
Spox elaborates on Iran's reaction to BoG resolution IRNA 21 Nov 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman said in reaction to EU3 and US proposed resolution to IAEA which was ratified later that as a 1st step Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) took some steps in Natanz and Fordo in presence of IAEA inspectors.
IAEA anti-Iran resolution politically-motivated, meant to damage Tehran-agency ties: FM spokesman Press TV 21 Nov 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman says the UN nuclear agency adopted the "politically-motivated" anti-Tehran resolution as the country has "the most transparent" peaceful nuclear program.
Iran snubs Russian, Chinese firms for works on low-production oil wells Press TV 21 Nov 2022 -- Iranian Oil Ministry officials have denied reports suggesting Russian and Chinese companies have been awarded the right to control and revive low-production oil wells in the country.
Missiles, kamikaze drones hit anti-Iran terror groups' positions in Iraq Press TV 21 Nov 2022 -- Several positions of anti-Iran separatist and terrorist groups in northern Iraq have come under fresh combined attacks using missiles and kamikaze drones.
COVID-19 kills 1 more Iranian over past 24 hours IRNA 20 Nov 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,626 with one more Iranian killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Sunday.
Iran will soon launch Nahid satellite: Minister IRNA 20 Nov 2022 -- Iran's Minister of Information and Communications Technology Issa Zarepour says the country will soon launch its homemade Nahid satellite into space.
Iran Reportedly To Help Russia Produce Drones For Ukraine War RFE/RL 20 Nov 2022 -- Moscow and Tehran have reportedly inked a deal that would allow Russia to produce Iranian-designed drones to be used on the battlefield in Ukraine.
Iran's missile power above global level, hypersonic missile not new: Top IRGC commander Press TV 20 Nov 2022 -- The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC)'s Aerospace Division says Iran possesses global-level drone power and is now a pioneer in missile technology.
Iran missile ability surpasses global level: Cmdr. IRNA 20 Nov 2022 -- Commander of IRGC Aerospace Force Brigadier-General Amir-Ali Hajizadeh said on Sunday that Iran's missile ability surpasses the global level.
IRGC says bolstering forces in northwest Iran to deal firmly with terrorists Press TV 20 Nov 2022 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says it is bolstering its forces in Iran's northwestern region to combat separatist groups and firmly confront terrorist outfits in the restive area.
Pres. Raisi: Supporting rioters, terrorists, no to benefit of US or west IRNA 20 Nov 2022 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi said on Sunday that supporting the rioters and terrorists will in no way be to the benefit of the Americans, or western countries.
IAEA's 'political' resolution aimed at mounting pressure on Iran: Foreign Ministry spokesman Press TV 20 Nov 2022 -- The spokesman for Iran's Foreign Ministry says a recent anti-Iran resolution passed by the UN nuclear watchdog at the behest of the United States and three European countries was politically motivated.
Iran warns of 'firm response' to IAEA's anti-Tehran resolution Press TV 20 Nov 2022 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says the Islamic Republic will give a "firm response" to an anti-Iran resolution passed by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors.
Iran to respond to IAEA resolution firmly: Nuclear chief IRNA 20 Nov 2022 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami has emphasized that the Islamic Republic will firmly respond to an anti-Iran resolution approved by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors.
IAEA's anti-Iran resolution serves US political interests: Iran FM IRNA 20 Nov 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has slammed a recent resolution adopted by the Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) against Tehran, saying the move served the political interests of the US government.
Iran Blasts 'Futile' IAEA Resolution on Nuclear Program, Vows Retaliation Sputnik 20 Nov 2022 -- The United States on one side and Iran and other remaining signatories to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action nuclear treaty on the other spent more than a year and a half negotiating the restoration of the landmark deal. Last month, a senior US official said Washington wasn't going to "waste time" on negotiations anymore.
Iran starts electricity grid link-up with Russia: Minister Press TV 20 Nov 2022 -- Iran's Energy Minister Ali Akbar Mehrabian says a first step has been taken to synchronize Iranian and Russian electricity grids.
Iran, Russia, Azerbaijan, Armenia to synchronize power grids soon IRNA 20 Nov 2022 -- Iran's Minister of Power Ali-Akbar Mehrabian has said that technical synchronization of power grids among Russia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Iran is underway.
COVID-19 kills 5 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 19 Nov 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,625 with five more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Saturday.
Hypocrisy in dealing with Iran will lead to regret: President IRNA 19 Nov 2022 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi said on Saturday that hypocrisy in dealing with Iran will lead to regret.
Iran to react to IAEA unconstructive measure: FM IRNA 19 Nov 2022 -- Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Hossein Amirabdollahian has described recent resolution against Tehran as unconstructive, warning that the Iranians will take reciprocal action against the political measure.
Iran FM vows to take retaliatory action against IAEA board's 'unconstructive' resolution Press TV 19 Nov 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says Tehran will take retaliatory action against a recent "unconstructive" anti-Iran resolution passed by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors.
Leader: Iran's progress, prosperity unbearable for arrogant powers Press TV 19 Nov 2022 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says arrogant powers are disgruntled by Iran's scientific advances as tremendous progress being achieved by the Islamic Republic is consigning liberal democracy propagated by the West to history.
World's silence on terrorist attacks in Iran promoting terrorism, says ministry Press TV 19 Nov 2022 -- Iran has blasted the silence of the international community over the latest terrorist attacks in several Iranian cities, saying the foreign promoters of violence are encouraging terrorism by keeping mum on such criminal acts against ordinary people and security forces.
The Governing Council of the Community of Democracies statement regarding protest in Iran Canada 19 Nov 2022
Iran categorically rejects US Navy claims of smuggling missile fuel to Yemen Press TV 18 Nov 2022 -- Iran has categorically rejected the US Navy's claims that the country was trying to smuggle 70 tons of a missile fuel component hidden among bags of fertilizer aboard a ship bound for crisis-stricken Yemen.
COVID-19 kills 3 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 18 Nov 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,620 with 3 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Friday.
Protesters Set Fire To Late Iranian Leader Khomeini's House RFE/RL 18 Nov 2022 -- Iranian protesters have set fire to the ancestral home of the Islamic republic's late founder, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, in the central Iranian city of Khomein.
Iranian Protesters Burn Ayatollah Khomeini's Ancestral Home VOA 18 Nov 2022 -- Reports on social media Friday showed protesters in western Iran setting fire to the ancestral home of Islamic Republic founder Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini.
Iranian forces arrest all members of terrorist team in West Azarbaijan: IRGC Press TV 18 Nov 2022 -- Iranian forces have arrested all members of a terrorist team in West Azarbaijan Province for trying to smuggle weapons and ammunition into the country to be used in nationwide riots and destabilize Iranian cities.
Senior IRGC commander murdered by rioters in Iran's western city of Sahneh Press TV 18 Nov 2022 -- The commander of the intelligence unit of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) in the city of Sahneh in the western province of Kermanshah has been martyred in clashes with rioters.
Family Says Iranian Student Killed By Police Bullet, Rejecting Official Claim That She Died In A Fall RFE/RL 18 Nov 2022 -- The family of Iranian protester Aylar Haghi, who was killed in the northwestern Iranian city of Tabriz on November 16, she was slain by direct gunfire from security agents and not as a result of a fall from a height, as officials have claimed.
Iranian Nobel Laureate Describes Protests As 'People's Revolution' RFE/RL 18 Nov 2022 -- Nobel Peace Prize laureate Shirin Ebadi has described the months-long anti-establishment protests rocking Iran as a "people's revolution."
Joint Statement on the Resolution on Iran adopted by the IAEA Board of Governors US Dept. of State 18 Nov 2022 -- The text of the following statement was released by the spokespeople for the Foreign Ministries of France, Germany, the United Kingdom and the United States concerning the Resolution on Iran adopted by the IAEA Board of Governors.
IAEA Board of Governors resolution on Iran: E3 and US joint statement UK FCDO 18 Nov 2022 -- The UK, France, Germany (the E3) and the United States welcome the adoption of an International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors resolution on Iran.
Iran rejects US claim about dispatch of missile fuel to Yemen IRNA 18 Nov 2022 -- The Permanent Mission of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the United Nations has dismissed the US claim that Iran has dispatched a missile fuel cargo from Yemen.
Iran strongly condemns 'politically-motivated' resolution passed by IAEA Board of Governors Press TV 18 Nov 2022 -- Iran's ambassador to the international organizations in Vienna has condemned as "unconstructive and political" a recent anti-Iran resolution passed by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors.
Foreign minister uncovers plots for disintegration of Iran IRNA 17 Nov 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said on Thursday that intelligence agencies, Israel's fake regime, and some Western politicians have plotted for initiating a civil war in Iran and a consequent disintegration of the country.
FM Spox reacts to approval of anti-Iran resolution on HR IRNA 17 Nov 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani on Thursday reacted to the political anti-Iran resolution ratified at the United Nations General Assembly Third Committee.
IRGC chief: US' evil dream of disintegrating Iran will in no way come true Press TV 17 Nov 2022 -- The chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has highlighted the Iranian nation's resolve to foil plots by the United States and Western governments in recent violent riots across the country, saying Washington intends to foment further unrest and see Iran disintegrated but its evil dreams will in no way come true.
US sanctions 13 companies for 'facilitating Iran petchem sales' Press TV 17 Nov 2022 -- The US Department of Treasury has added the names of 13 companies to its Iran sanctions list, accusing them of commercial liaison with the Islamic Republic's energy sector.
Designating Sanctions Evaders Involved in Iranian Petrochemical and Petroleum Trade US Dept. of State 17 Nov 2022 -- The United States is taking further action to disrupt sanctions evasion efforts involving the sale of Iranian petroleum and petrochemical products.
Treasury Targets Network Supporting Iranian Petrochemical and Petroleum Sales US Treasury 17 Nov 2022 -- Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned 13 companies in multiple jurisdictions facilitating the sale of hundreds of millions of dollars' worth of Iranian petrochemicals and petroleum products to buyers in East Asia on behalf of sanctioned Iranian petrochemical brokers Persian Gulf Petrochemical Industry Commercial Co. (PGPICC) and Triliance Petrochemical Co. Ltd. (Triliance), as well as the National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) and its marketing arm, Naftiran Intertrade Company Ltd. (NICO). Today's action, the fifth round of designations targeting Iran's illicit petroleum and petrochemical trade since June 2022, demonstrates our determination to target sanction evasion efforts.
Iranian Authorities Prevent Commemoration Of Victims Of 2019 Crackdown RFE/RL 17 Nov 2022 -- Iranian authorities have prevented the commemoration of victims of a bloody crackdown on antigovernment protests in November 2019 as the third anniversary of the events coincided with nationwide protests triggered by the death of a 22-year-old woman in September after she was detained by Iran's morality police.
Iran Says Seven Killed In 'Terrorist Attack' In Izeh Amid Protests RFE/RL 17 Nov 2022 -- Iranian state media say seven people were killed and 10 injured in a November 16 "terrorist attack" in the southwestern Iranian city of Izeh.
Iran envoy reacts to IAEA Board of Governor's anti-Iran resolution IRNA 17 Nov 2022 -- Permanent representative of Iran to International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in Board of Governors, said that objectives of the proposers of this anti-Iranian resolution will not be reached, but its ratification can affect Iran's constructive cooperation with IAEA negatively.
Proposing anti-Irani resolution to IAEA BoG aims to exert pressure on Tehran: Spox IRNA 17 Nov 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani said on Thursday that a proposal to the IAEA Board of Governors by the United States and three European states to issue an anti-Iranian resolution is aimed at putting Tehran under political pressure.
E3 reiterates US claim to blame Iran for nuclear talks deadlock IRNA 17 Nov 2022 -- Three European member states signatory to the 2015 nuclear deal have issued a statement to reiterate the US' allegation, which portrays Iran as the obstacle in the way of reaching consensus to revive the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Iran warns of 'destructive' impact as IAEA board passes West's resolution Press TV 17 Nov 2022 -- Iran has repudiated a resolution submitted by the US and its allies to the UN nuclear agency's Board of Governors, saying that its architects have drawn on recent riots in the country to pile up their political pressure on the Islamic Republic.
Non-proliferation Treaty Safeguards Agreement with Iran: E3 statement to the IAEA, November 2022 UK FCDO 17 Nov 2022 -- The UK, France and Germany gave a joint statement to the IAEA about Iran's implementation of its obligations under its NPT Safeguards Agreement.
Statement by the E3 and US to the IAEA Board of Governors introducing resolution on Iran's non-cooperation with the IAEA UK FCDO 17 Nov 2022 -- On 17 November, UK Ambassador to the IAEA, Corinne Kitsell, gave a statement on behalf of the E3 and US introducing a resolution on Iran's insufficient cooperation with the IAEA
COVID-19 kills 2 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 16 Nov 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,615 with two more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Wednesday.
The Drones Of The Ukraine War RFE/RL 16 Nov 2022 -- Pilotless aircraft have become arguably the most significant technological development of modern conflict. Here are some of the drones known to be in use above the battlefields of Ukraine.
Statement Regarding Iranian Shahed-Series UAV Strikes Civilian Commercial Tanker CENTCOM 16 Nov 2022 -- On Nov. 15, at approximately 10:00 p.m. in the Gulf of Oman, an Iranian-made unmanned aerial vehicle conducted a one-way attack against the Pacific Zircon, a Liberian-flagged, commercial tanker.
Oil tanker associated with Israeli billionaire struck by drone off Oman coast Press TV 16 Nov 2022 -- A Liberian-flagged oil tanker associated with an Israeli billionaire has been struck in an exploding drone attack off the coast of Oman, reports say.
Statement by National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan on the Maritime Attack Against the MV Pacific The White House 16 Nov 2022
Defiant Iranians Continue Protests As New Death Sentences Handed Down RFE/RL 16 Nov 2022 -- Iranian protestors staged fresh demonstrations with shopkeepers and businesses striking for the second consecutive day as the judiciary issued three more death sentences to follow through on government pledges to deal harshly with the unrest sparked by the death of a young woman while in police custody for allegedly wearing a head scarf improperly.
Rights Groups Appeal for Global Action to Stop Iran's Death Sentences for Protesters VOA 16 Nov 2022 -- International human rights groups have called for urgent global pressure on Iran to stop handing death sentences to jailed antigovernment protesters and to refrain from executing any of the detainees.
US Sanctions Iranian Broadcast Officials for Airing Forced Confessions VOA 16 Nov 2022 -- The U.S. on Wednesday sanctioned six senior officials with Iran's state-run media corporation over their role in broadcasting hundreds of forced confessions of Iranians whose relatives died in government custody.
Sanctioning Senior Officials of Iranian Broadcaster US Dept. of State 16 Nov 2022 -- The United States is designating six individuals for acting for or on behalf of the Iranian state-run media corporation, the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB). IRIB was previously sanctioned for its involvement in the Iranian government's censorship activities.
Treasury Sanctions Senior Officials and "Interrogator Journalists" of Iran's State-Run Media US Treasury 16 Nov 2022 -- Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is designating six senior employees of the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB), the Iranian state-run media corporation that has broadcast hundreds of forced confessions of Iranian, dual national, and international detainees in Iran. Designated in 2013, IRIB and its subsidiaries act not as objective media outlets but rather as a critical tool in the Iranian government's mass suppression and censorship campaign against its own people. IRIB has produced and recently broadcast televised interviews of individuals being forced to confess that their relatives were not killed by Iranian authorities during nationwide protests but died due to accidental, unrelated causes.
Biden's humbug: Tells Iran 'in hurry' to revive JCPOA; tells US media 'not a priority' Press TV 16 Nov 2022 -- Iran's foreign minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says Americans are sending messages, stressing that they are "in hurry" to return to the 2015 nuclear deal, while "hypocritically" hoodwinking the Western media that the accord is not a priority for them currently.
The Iranian people have suffered enough: UK statement at UN UK FCDO 16 Nov 2022 -- Statement delivered at the UN Third Committee adoption of a resolution on human rights in Iran
E3 statement to the IAEA Board of Governors on the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, November 2022 UK FCDO 16 Nov 2022 -- Delivered 16 November 2022 on behalf of France, Germany and the United Kingdom to the IAEA Board of Governors addressing Iran's implementation of its nuclear commitments under the JCPoA.
Canada further sanctions Iranian regime Canada 16 Nov 2022 -- The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing additional sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations. This is the fifth package of sanctions imposed by Canada against the Iranian regime this year in response to its ongoing gross and systematic human rights violations and continued actions to destabilize peace and security.
Iran ramps up gas production with eye on European market crunch Press TV 16 Nov 2022 -- The gas output from Phase 11, and from all other 23 phases of supergiant South Pars natural gas field, will be increased dramatically, a senior oil industry figure close to Iran's Ministry of Petroleum has said.
Iran confirms it released Greek tankers after Athens did same Press TV 16 Nov 2022 -- Iran has confirmed reports it released two Greek-flagged tankers that had been confiscated in the country's waters in the Persian Gulf in May after an Iranian-flagged tanker was allowed to leave Greece.
Iran summons Australian envoy to protest premier's 'wrong-headed approach' Press TV 16 Nov 2022 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry has summoned Australia's ambassador to protest recent anti-Iran comments by Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.
Diplomacy best way to settle Tehran-Baku row: Amir-Abdollahian Press TV 16 Nov 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has criticized "unrealistic remarks" made by Azeri president Ilham Aliyev, saying diplomacy is the best way to settle the differences between Tehran and Baku.
Iran registers zero COVID-19 deaths in 24 hours IRNA 15 Nov 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran stayed unchanged at 144,613 with another zero death day over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Tuesday.
Iraq: Statement by the Spokesperson on the renewed Iranian attacks on the Kurdistan Region European External Action Service (EEAS) 15 Nov 2022 -- The European Union condemns in the strongest possible terms the renewed Iranian shelling claimed by the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq resulting in loss of life and injuries.
Iran, Iraq FMs hold phone talks, review security cooperation ISNA 15 Nov 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian in a phone conversation with his Iraqi counterpart Fuad Hussein congratulated him on his re-appointment to the post.
Iran Attacks the Iraqi Kurdistan Region US Dept. of State 14 Nov 2022
Iran: Thousands held for peacefully protesting must be released UN News 15 Nov 2022 -- The UN human rights office, OHCHR, called on Tuesday for the immediate release of thousands of Iranian citizens who have been detained after peacefully demonstrating against the Government following the death of Mahsa Amini for breaking strict hijab rules two months ago.
Iranian Rights Advocate Issues Warning Over Severe Sentences Being Handed To Protesters RFE/RL 15 Nov 2022 -- A prominent Iranian human rights advocate incarcerated in Iran's notorious Evin prison has published a letter expressing concern about the heavy sentences - including the death penalty - being handed to protesters who have taken to the streets in anger over the death of a young woman while in police custody for allegedly wearing a head scarf improperly.
Imposing Sanctions on Entities and Individuals in Response to Iran's Transfer of Military UAVs to Russia US Dept. of State 15 Nov 2022 -- "Today we are imposing sanctions in response to Iran's support of Russia's unprovoked war against Ukraine, including Tehran's transfer of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to Russia, which are being used by Moscow to strike civilian infrastructure and cities."
Treasury Targets Actors Involved in Production and Transfer of Iranian Unmanned Aerial Vehicles to Russia for Use in Ukraine US Treasury 15 Nov 2022 -- Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is sanctioning firms involved in the production or ongoing transfer to Russia of Iranian unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), which Russia has used in devastating attacks against civilian infrastructure in Ukraine.
Iran strongly condemns EU, UK sanctions ISNA 15 Nov 2022 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani has strongly condemned the European Union and the UK sanctions against Iranian individuals and institutions.
Iran condemns 'meddlesome' sanctions by EU, UK over alleged rights violations during unrest Press TV 15 Nov 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry has denounced as "baseless, illegal and meddlesome" the new rounds of sanctions on the country by the European Union and the UK over what they called Tehran's use of force in recent riots.
Iran FM, EU's Borrell discuss JCPOA on phone IRNA 15 Nov 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian and EU Foreign Policy Chief Josep Borrell discussed the negotiations aimed at reviving the 2015 Iran nuclear deal and removing sanctions against the country.
EU Widens Sanctions on Tehran, Mulls More Against Russia VOA 14 Nov 2022 -- The European Union on Monday slapped new sanctions on Iran for its crackdown on anti-government protesters and launched a mission to train 15,000 Ukrainian soldiers in member states.
COVID-19 kills 1 more Iranian over past 24 hours IRNA 14 Nov 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,613 with one more Iranian killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Monday.
Iran FM: Iraqi govt. responsible to stop threats posed to Tehran from Kurdistan region Press TV 14 Nov 2022 -- Iran's foreign minister has urged the neighboring Iraq to stop threats posed to Tehran from the semi-autonomous Kurdistan region.
IRGC: Iraqi govt., Kurdistan region must make common borders secure, fulfill commitments toward Iran Press TV 14 Nov 2022 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has urged the central government in Iraq as well as the Iraqi Kurdistan Region to meet their commitments toward Iran and take necessary measures to make the common borders between the two countries secure.
IRGC conducts drone, missile operation against terrorist separatists in north Iraq IRNA 14 Nov 2022 -- The Ground Force of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) carried out its second mass missile and drone operation against the terrorist separatist groups in the Iraqi Kurdistan region in northern Iraq.
IRGC launches fresh missile, drone strikes on terrorist positions in Iraq's Kurdistan Press TV 14 Nov 2022 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has once again targeted the positions of terrorist groups operating near the country's western borders in Iraq's semi-autonomous Kurdistan region.
Iran Launches New Round Of Attacks On Kurdish Region In Northern Iraq RFE/RL 14 Nov 2022 -- Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) has fired on targets in Iraq's northern Kurdish region, the latest round of attacks on the area in recent weeks.
Statement by National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan on the Continued Crackdown on Protestors in Iran The White House 14 Nov 2022
UK and international partners announce further sanctions against Iranian officials UK FCDO 14 Nov 2022 -- The UK has sanctioned officials within the Iranian regime responsible for heinous human rights violations.
Iran not member of any military coalition/ Delegation from IAEA to visit Iran soon ISNA 14 Nov 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani announced that a delegation from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will visit Iran in near future and negotiations between Iran and the Agency will continue.
Delegation from IAEA to visit Iran to continue talks: Spox IRNA 15 Nov 2022 -- The spokesman for the Iranian Foreign Ministry announced on Monday that it is agreed that a delegation from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will visit Tehran to continue talks.
IAEA delegation to visit Tehran to continue talks aimed at resolving technical issues Press TV 14 Nov 2022 -- Iran's foreign ministry spokesman says a delegation from the UN nuclear watchdog is set to visit Tehran to continue talks aimed at finding a solution to the remaining technical issues related to Tehran's peaceful nuclear program.
Iran's Leader sends delegation to Sistan-Baluchestan, orders probe into recent violence Press TV 14 Nov 2022 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has ordered an investigation into the recent incidents that took place in the southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan.
COVID-19 kills 2 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 13 Nov 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,612 with two more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Sunday.
Enemy drones within range of Iran's Bavar 373 defense system: Cmdr IRNA 13 Nov 2022 -- Iranian Army Commander Brigadier General Abdolrahim Mousavi said on Sunday that enemy drones are within the range of Iran's Bavar 373 defense system.
Iran's Arrest, Death Counts From Protests Climb As Tensions With EU Rise RFE/RL 13 Nov 2022 -- Protests continued overnight on November 12-13 in many Iranian cities as rights defenders warned of a climbing death and arrest tolls, while Tehran responded angrily to outside criticism of the Iranian government's eight-week crackdown.
Spox terms German chancellor stance on Iran as provocative IRNA 13 Nov 2022 -- The spokesman for the Iranian Foreign Ministry has termed the recent stance taken by the German chancellor on the Islamic Republic as undiplomatic, provocative and interfering.
Germany should responsibly clarify past: Iran ISNA 13 Nov 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani called out the German Chancellor Olaf Scholz's interventionist, provocative and undiplomatic stance toward the Islamic Republic.
Iran slams German chancellor's pro-riots stance as 'meddlesome, provocative and undiplomatic' Press TV 13 Nov 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry has lambasted the German chancellor's recent stance against the Islamic Republic and his latest comments in support of the western-instigated riots in Iran as "meddlesome, provocative and undiplomatic".
North-South Corridor best way to develop Russia-Iran ties: Official IRNA 13 Nov 2022 -- Given the current situation, the best way to develop connections between Russia and Iran can be the set-up of the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC), an Iranian official said.
Iran, Russia stresses strengthening sustainable economic cooperation in Eurasian region ISNA 13 Nov 2022 -- Welcoming Russia's desire to strengthen economic cooperation with the Islamic Republic of Iran, President Ebrahim Raisi described the expansion of infrastructure links, including the strengthening and development of transportation lines in the Eurasian region, as boosting trade relations and economic cooperation in the region.
Tehran condemns Macron's meeting with anti-Iran personality IRNA 13 Nov 2022 -- The spokesman for the Iranian Foreign Ministry has condemned a meeting held on the sidelines of the Paris Peace Forum between French President Emmanuel Macron and an anti-Iran personality and those accompanying her.
Iran condemns Macron's meeting with anti-Iran figure ISNA 13 Nov 2022 -- The spokesman of the Iranian Foreign Ministry, Nasser Kanaani has condemned a meeting between French President Macron with one of anti-Iran opposition figures and her companions, held on the sidelines of the Paris Peace Forum.
Tehran rebukes Macron's 'reprehensible' meeting with US-based anti-Iran figure Press TV 13 Nov 2022 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman has condemned a meeting between French President Emmanuel Macron and a US-based anti-Iran figure as a reprehensible show of support for recent western-provoked riots in the country.
Iran's Defense Minister stresses on developing trade, economic cooperation with Venezuela ISNA 13 Nov 2022 -- Iran's Minister of Defense Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Ashtiani pointed to the presence and activities of Iranian corporations in Venezuela, stressing on the need to develop economic and trade cooperation between the two countries.
Iran opposes both expansion of NATO in region, war in Ukraine ISNA 12 Nov 2022 -- In a phone call, Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian and his Bulgarian counterpart, Nikolay Milkov exchanged views on the latest developments in bilateral and international relations.
COVID-19 kills 1 more Iranian over past 24 hours IRNA 12 Nov 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,610 with one more Iranian killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Saturday.
Telephone conversation with President of Iran Seyyed Ebrahim Raisi President of Russia 12 Nov 2022 -- Vladimir Putin had a telephone conversation with President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Ebrahim Raisi.
Iran Charges 11 Over Death Of Basij Paramilitary Member In Karaj RFE/RL 12 Nov 2022 -- An Iranian judiciary official said on November 12 that 11 people, including a woman, have been charged over the death of a member of the Basij paramilitary force during a ceremony last week in honor of a slain protester.
Germany's Scholz Criticizes Iran's Crackdown On Protests, Calls For More Sanctions RFE/RL 12 Nov 2022 -- German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has strongly criticized Iran's brutal crackdown on protests triggered by the death in custody of Mahsa Amini while expressing support for a new round of European Union sanctions against Tehran.
Sending weapons to Russia against Ukraine baseless claim: FM SPOX IRNA 11 Nov 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani on Friday said that sending Iranian weapons to Russia against Ukraine is a baseless accusation.
Iran says opposes continuation of Ukraine war, strives for ceasefire Press TV 11 Nov 2022 -- Iran's foreign minister says his country opposes the continuation of the war in Ukraine and strives for a ceasefire between the warring sides.
Iran's new daily Covid deaths at 2 IRNA 11 Nov 2022 -- Iran's Health Ministry on Friday announced that 2 people had lost their lives to COVID-19 over the past 24 hours.
FM criticizes some western countries' stances on recent Iran unrests IRNA 11 Nov 2022 -- Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said in a phone talk with his Spanish counterpart that Iran always welcomes interactions with the EU, criticizing some western countries' unconstructive stands and acts on recent riots in Iran.
Certain Western states adopted 'unconstructive' stances, measures in Iran riots: Amir-Abdollahian Press TV 11 Nov 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has lambasted the "unconstructive" positions and actions of some Western states regarding the nationwide riots and terrorist attacks in Iran.
Iran FM warns UN over session on recent riots in talks with Guterres Press TV 11 Nov 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has warned the UN Human Rights Council over organizing any session on Iran, noting that such a measure will affect Iran's cooperation with the West.
Iran: Stop sentencing peaceful protesters to death, UN experts urge UN News 11 Nov 2022 -- Sixteen UN-appointed independent human rights experts encouraged Iranian authorities on Friday to stop indicting people with charges punishable by death for participating in peaceful demonstrations.
Hundreds of Iranians Protest in the Country's Southeast VOA 11 Nov 2022 -- Hundreds of Iranians took to the streets in the southeastern province of Sistan-Baluchistan Friday to mark the September 30 crackdown known as "Bloody Friday."
Iran to upset enemies' peace: IRGC cmdr. IRNA 11 Nov 2022 -- Major General Hossein Salaami, the commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has warned that Iran will not leave enemies' crimes unanswered.
IRGC general warns of enemies' plots to destabilize Sistan and Baluchestan Press TV 11 Nov 2022 -- A top commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) warns of enemies' plots to create chaos in the southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan, urging vigilance in the face of such efforts.
IRGC chief: Enemies scared, regularly sending messages to Iran Press TV 11 Nov 2022 -- The chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the enemy is "scared" and "on alert" as it is sending regular messages to Iran, pleading not to be targeted by a military response.
Senior Officer Warns Gulf Neighbors On Interfering In Iran As Unrest Continues RFE/RL 11 Nov 2022 -- A senior Iranian military commander has warned Persian Gulf countries that they need to choose between "their media" and their security if they interfere in Iran's affairs.
Iranian Women's Rights Activist Calls For World Cup Crowds To Chant Amini's Name RFE/RL 11 Nov 2022 -- Iranian women's rights campaigner Negin Shiraghaei has called on fans attending World Cup soccer games to chant the name of Mahsa Amini, the 22-year-old who died in September while in police custody over how she was wearing a head scarf.
Foreign Secretary summons Iranian Chargé d'Affaires over threats to journalists in the UK UK FCDO 11 Nov 2022 -- Foreign Secretary James Cleverly instructed the FCDO to summon Iran's most senior diplomat.
Iran to unveil hypersonic missile soon IRNA 11 Nov 2022 -- Commander of IRGC Aerospace Force Brigadier-General Amir-Ali Hajizadeh said on Friday that Iran's IRGC has successfully tested its homegrown hypersonic ballistic missile, and it will be unveiled soon.
Iran's new daily Covid deaths at 2 IRNA 10 Nov 2022 -- Iran's Health Ministry on Thursday announced that 2 people had lost their lives to COVID-19 over the past 24 hours.
Senior IRGC cmdr.: Iran develops hypersonic ballistic missile capable of penetrating advanced air defense shields Press TV 10 Nov 2022 -- A high-ranking commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the country has developed a homegrown hypersonic ballistic missile which is capable of penetrating sophisticated aerial defense shields and striking designated targets.
Iran Develops First National Hypersonic Ballistic Missile: IRGС Sputnik 10 Nov 2022 -- Iran has developed the first national hypersonic ballistic missile, the commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Aerospace Force, Amir Ali Hajizadeh, said on Thursday.
IRGC produces hypersonic ballistic missile IRNA 10 Nov 2022 -- Commander of IRGC Aerospace Force Brigadier-General Amir-Ali Hajizadeh said on Thursday that the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) produced advanced hypersonic ballistic missiles to pass through developed air defense systems.
Intel. minister sheds light on 'hybrid warfare' against Iran amid recent riots IRNA 10 Nov 2022 -- Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib has shed light on the recent riots in Iran, blaming the US, the UK, Saudi Arabia and Israel for waging "hybrid warfare" against the Iranian nation, and supporting unrests in the Islamic Republic.
Judiciary chief says rioters to be dealt with based on law IRNA 10 Nov 2022 -- Iran's Judiciary Chief Gholam Hossein Ejei on Thursday said that rioters will be dealt with firmly and strongly based on law and fairness for their actions to disturb the security of people.
President Raeisi: Enemy's anti-Iran policy of destabilization failed just like sanctions campaign Press TV 10 Nov 2022 -- President Ebrahim Raeisi says the enemy's plot to stoke instability in Iran has failed just like the policy of piling up pressure by imposing draconian sanctions against the country which faced the same fate.
Iran warns Germany: Our response to meddling to be firm, proportionate Press TV 10 Nov 2022 -- Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian slams his German counterpart's remarks in support of violent riots in Iran as meddling in the country's domestic affairs, warning that Tehran will give a "proportionate and firm" response to such interventionist positions.
Iran ready to play role in ending Russia's war on Ukraine: Shamkhani ISNA 09 Nov 2022 -- Iran's secretary of the Supreme National Security Council Ali Shamkhani received the Russian Security Council Secretary Nikolai Patrushev in Tehran on Wednesday.
In rebuff to Kiev, Pentagon says can't confirm claims about Iranian missiles to Russia Press TV 09 Nov 2022 -- The Pentagon says it has no evidence to suggest that Iran has provided Russia with ballistic missiles, days after reports emerged that Tehran was supplying such weapons to Moscow as its stockpile of conventional missiles was running low.
Iran supports any dialogue-based initiative to end Ukraine war: Top security official Press TV 09 Nov 2022 -- Iran's top security official says Tehran welcomes and supports any dialogue-based initiative for establishment of peace between Russia and Ukraine, reiterating the Islamic Republic's readiness to help end the simmering war.
COVID-19 kills 1 more Iranian over past 24 hours IRNA 09 Nov 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,605 with one more Iranian killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Wednesday.
Iranian, Russian security officials discuss Ukraine crisis, bilateral ties People's Daily 10 Nov 2022 -- Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council Ali Shamkhani held here a meeting on Wednesday with Nikolai Patrushev, secretary of the Security Council of the Russian Federation, during which the two sides discussed the ongoing Ukraine crisis and ways to strengthen the bilateral ties.
Minister: Iran signs $40b MoU with Gazprom IRNA 09 Nov 2022 -- Iran has signed an MoU worth about $40b with the Russian majority state-owned multinational energy corporation 'Gazprom', Iranian Petroleum Minister Javad Owji said.
Iran urges quick expansion of trade in national currencies with Russia Press TV 09 Nov 2022 -- Iran has called for a quick expansion of trade in national currencies with Russia amid efforts by the two countries to boost bilateral economic ties.
NIOC chief.: Development operation of Sohrab Oil Field to begin soon IRNA 09 Nov 2022 -- Managing director of the National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) said based on a 1-billion-dollar investment development of Sohrab Oil Field in Khuzestan province will begin within a few days.
Tehran Designates London-Based Iran International News A 'Terrorist' Organization RFE/RL 09 Nov 2022 -- Iran's intelligence minister says the London-based Iran International news channel has been designated as a "terrorist" organization and that employees and those "related" to the outlet will be prosecuted.
Iranian Shopkeepers Strike To Mark 40 Days Since Zahedan Massacre RFE/RL 09 Nov 2022 -- Shopkeepers have gone on strike in several Iranian cities to mark 40 days - the official end of the mourning period - since the "Bloody Friday" massacre in the southeastern city of Zahedan that saw almost 100 people killed and hundreds injured in protests sparked by the death of a 22-year-old woman while in custody with the morality police and the alleged rape of a 15-year-old girl by a local police commander.
The UK stands with the people of Iran as they demand fundamental freedoms UK FCDO 09 Nov 2022 -- UK statement at the UN General Assembly Third Committee Interactive Dialogue on human rights in Iran
US Midterms Seen Maintaining Congress' Bipartisan Support for Iran's People; Impact on Biden Policy Unclear VOA 09 Nov 2022 -- The U.S. midterm elections are likely to result in a continuity of bipartisan congressional support for the Iranian people's aspirations for freedom from Islamist rule, but the impact on President Joe Biden's Iran policy is unclear, according to some Iranian American observers.
Kanaani rejects G7 statement, calls anti-Iran accusations 'unfounded' IRNA 09 Nov 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani on Wednesday strongly condemned and rejected a recent statement by the Group of Seven (G7) about the latest developments in Iran.
COVID-19 kills 4 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 08 Nov 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,604 with four more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Tuesday.
Iran criticizes UNSC consecutive meetings on Syria's chemical weapons ISNA 08 Nov 2022 -- Ambassador and Permanent Representative of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the United Nations Amir Saeid Iravani has criticized the holding of consecutive meetings by the UN Security Council on the chemical weapons in Syria regardless of the country's full cooperation in this field.
Iran envoy: Repeated UN meetings on Syria chemical file attest to politicization Press TV 08 Nov 2022 -- Iran's ambassador to the United Nations (UN) has blasted the UN Security Council for holding meetings on Syria's chemical weapons file repeatedly, despite the country's full cooperation with the world body, saying such a trend may prove the political nature of such meetings.
Letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President of the Senate on the Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iran The White House 08 Nov 2022
Notice on the Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iran The White House 08 Nov 2022
Commander says Iran will firmly respond to enemy's mistakes IRNA 08 Nov 2022 -- Commander of the Ground Force of the Iranian Army Brigadier-General Kiumars Heidari said on Tuesday that if the enemies take a mistake in dealing with Iran, they will receive a rigid response from the country's armed forces.
Army chief: 'Superpowers' never dare to attack Iran; disintegration plans will fail Press TV 08 Nov 2022 -- The chief commander of Iran's Army says even those who claim to be superpowers do not dare to attack Iran, stressing that the enemies will fail to achieve their "ominous goal" to disintegrate the Islamic Republic.
Iran starting works to develop key oilfield shared with Iraq Press TV 08 Nov 2022 -- The National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) says development works on a key oilfield shared with Iraq will start within days as Iran moves ahead with plans to expand its massive petroleum industry despite sanctions imposed by the United States.
Iran Charges Two Female Journalists Who Broke Story About Amini's Death RFE/RL 08 Nov 2022 -- Iran's judiciary has charged two female journalists who have reported on the death of Mahsa Amini with propaganda offenses as a government crackdown on unrest and dissent sparked by the tragedy continues.
Iranian Lawyer Who Has Represented Protesters Arrested In Tehran RFE/RL 08 Nov 2022 -- Iranian lawyer Mustafa Nili, who has represented many political and civic activists as well as a number of those arrested during ongoing anti-government protests, has been arrested by intelligence agents affiliated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC).
Iranian Faces Death Penalty After Trash Bin Set On Fire In Tehran RFE/RL 08 Nov 2022 -- Iran's judiciary has charged a man with setting fire to a trash can with "waging war against God," an offense that is punishable by death.
Journalists Charged With Propaganda Over Iran Protest Coverage VOA 08 Nov 2022 -- Iran on Tuesday charged two female journalists with "propaganda against the state" over their coverage of mass protests.
Former US-Trained Afghan Commandos Recruited by Russia, Iran VOA 07 Nov 2022 -- Some former members of Afghanistan's special forces who fled to Iran after the Taliban's takeover in Afghanistan are now being recruited to fight for Russia in Ukraine and for Iran in Yemen, two former senior Afghan security officials told VOA.
Taliban minister sees coal import deal with Iran 'soon' Press TV 07 Nov 2022 -- Iran and Afghanistan will conclude a deal "soon" under which the Islamic Republic will import Afghan coal, minister of commerce and industries in the transitional Taliban government Nuruddin Azizi has said.
COVID-19 kills 4 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 07 Nov 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,600 with four more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Monday.
Raisi admin. seeking to speed up Iran's space industry progress IRNA 07 Nov 2022 -- The Ministry of Information and Communications Technology of Iran said that the administration of President Ebrahim Raisi was speeding up the development of the space industry of the Islamic Republic.
Spox lauds Iran's launching Qaem-100 launch vehicle IRNA 07 Nov 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani hailed the successful launching of Qaem-100, the Iranian-developed launch vehicle.
Successful launch of Qaem 100 satellite carrier made Iran's enemies angry, delusional: Foreign Ministry spox Press TV 07 Nov 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman has hailed the recent successful launch of Qaem 100 satellite carrier by the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps' Aerospace Force, describing it as a symbol of the country's national power.
Iran's missile achievements at a glance IRNA 07 Nov 2022 -- According to Iran's Defense Minister Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Ashtiani creativity and innovation in the complex process of construction management, improvement of operational capacity and combat readiness, self-reliance and breaking of dependency, reduction of industrial sabotage in terms of technologies localization, and currency and economic savings are among the strategic achievements of these scientific and technological activities.
Iran, Turkey hold three days of water talks in border regions Press TV 07 Nov 2022 -- Iran and Turkey have held three days of fruitful talks on water supply issues in their border regions, according to a report by the Iranian Energy Ministry.
Top general: Iran ready to share defense, anti-terror fight experiences with Iraq Press TV 07 Nov 2022 -- Chairman of the Chiefs of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Baqeri says his country is ready to share its experiences in the field of defense industry with the neighboring Iraq.
Iranian Opposition Calls For Elections As Way To End Protests As Crackdown Continues RFE/RL 07 Nov 2022 -- An Iranian opposition party has called for new elections to end the unrest and violent government crackdown on dissent that have rocked the country since the death of a young woman while in police custody over how she was wearing a head scarf.
Iran Arrests 26 Foreigners It Says Were Behind Shiraz Mosque Attack RFE/RL 07 Nov 2022 -- Iran's Intelligence Ministry says it has arrested 26 people -- all foreigners -- in connection with last month's attack on a Shi'ite pilgrimage site in the southern Iranian city of Shiraz that has been claimed by the Islamic State (IS) militant group.
COVID-19 kills 4 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 06 Nov 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,596 with four more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Sunday.
Iran unveils upgraded Bavar-373 missile system, launches Sayad B4 production line Press TV 06 Nov 2022 -- Iran's Defense Ministry has unveiled the upgraded version of the domestically-designed and manufactured Bavar-373 (Belief-373) surface-to-air missile system, and inaugurated the production line of the long-range Sayad B4 missile.
Bavar-373 missile defense capable of encountering ballistic missiles: Minister IRNA 06 Nov 2022 -- Iran's Defense Minister and Armed Forces Logistics, Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Gharaei Ashtiani said that Bavar-373 missile defense has the capability of encountering ballistic missiles.
Iran's Bavar-373 missile defense system successfully hits target ISNA 06 Nov 2022 -- Bavar-373 missile defense system successfully hit an intended target at a range of 305 km, Iran's Defense Minister announced on Sunday.
White House tries to retract Biden's regime change remark on Iran Press TV 06 Nov 2022 -- A senior White House official has tried to retract US President Joe Biden's recent prying remarks about "freeing Iran" that suggested a threat to push for regime change in the country, saying his impulsive comments were not meant as a policy statement.
Foreign Ministry says 'US more isolated' as anti-Iran meeting in New York failed to gain momentum Press TV 06 Nov 2022 -- The spokesman for the Iranian Foreign Ministry has said that the US is "more isolated" as the anti-Iranian UN Security Council Arria-formula meeting failed to gain momentum, stating that the attempts to isolate Iran from the world are doomed.
Four Police Officers Killed In Unclear Circumstances In Iran As Unrest Continues RFE/RL 06 Nov 2022 -- Four police officers have been killed in unclear circumstances in Iran's Sistan and Baluchistan Province amid ongoing unrest sparked by the death of a 22-year-old woman in police custody in September.
Iranian lawmakers ask Judiciary to severely punish agents, inciters of riots Press TV 06 Nov 2022 -- Iranian lawmakers have called for firm punishment of those who incited the recent riots across the country and caused loss of life and extensive damage to public property.
Iran's IRGC dismantles 'sabotage, assassination team' in southern province of Khuzestan Press TV 06 Nov 2022 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC)'s Intelligence Organization has identified and dismantled a terrorist team backed by a European country in Iran's southwestern province of Khuzestan.
IRGC dismantles a terrorist team in SW Iran IRNA 06 Nov 2022 -- An informed official announced on Sunday that Intelligence Organization of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps have dismantled a terrorist group in Khouzestan Province, the Southwestern part of the country.
Drone delivery dates back to months before Ukraine war: Iran FM IRNA 05 Nov 2022 -- Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Hossein Amirabdollahian has emphasized that Tehran had delivered drones to Russia months prior to the Ukraine conflict.
Iran's FM: Tehran sent limited number of drones to Russia months before Ukraine war Press TV 05 Nov 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has dismissed media controversy over Iran's alleged support for Russia in the Ukraine war, assuring that Iran will not be indifferent if it is proven that Russia has used Iranian drones in the conflict.
Iranian Foreign Minister Addresses Alleged Use of Iran-Made Drones in Russian Special Op in Ukraine Sputnik 05 Nov 2022 -- Back in July, the US accused Tehran of sending weapons to Moscow for the special operation in Ukraine - an allegation that both Russia and Iran denied.
Senior commander: US, Ukraine allegations about Iran role in war 'sheer lies' Press TV 05 Nov 2022 -- A senior Iranian military commander has strongly dismissed allegations by the United States and Ukraine that the Islamic Republic is involved in the war in Ukraine.
White House Discusses Iran Protests, Ukraine War, North Korean Missiles, US-Saudi Ties VOA 05 Nov 2022 -- John Kirby, the National Security Council's coordinator for strategic communications, spoke with VOA White House bureau chief Patsy Widakuswara on whether President Joe Biden is signaling his support for regime change in Iran, the latest on the Ukraine war, North Korean provocations ahead of Biden's trip to Asia and whether the president will meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping.
COVID-19 kills 5 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 05 Nov 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,592 with five more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Saturday.
Iran successfully test fires suborbital carrier IRNA 05 Nov 2022 -- The IRGC Aerospace Force successfully test fired Qaem 100 solid fuel carrier on Saturday.
IRGC's Aerospace successfully launches Qaem 100 solid fuel suborbital carrier Press TV 05 Nov 2022 -- The Aerospace Force of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) successfully launches Qaem 100 three-stage solid fuel suborbital carrier.
Iran says execution of long-term roadmap with Venezuela underway IRNA 05 Nov 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said on Saturday that "with all our strength, we are putting into practice the provisions of a long-term cooperation roadmap between Iran and Venezuela."
Iran plans to upgrade atomic energy schools: AEOI chief IRNA 05 Nov 2022 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami has underscored that his organization is determined to provide students with better equipment to improve the training situation at nuclear energy schools throughout the country.
US unsuccessful in launching Plan B in Iran: FM IRNA 05 Nov 2022 -- Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian announced on Saturday that the US failed to launch Plan B in Iran.
Iran keeps path of dialogue open to survive JCPOA deal: FM ISNA 05 Nov 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian stressed that some countries' pathological resorting to unilateralism through imposition of illegal sanctions is openly in contrast to the norms of international law and human rights.
Fresh Anti-Government Protests Take Place In Iran, Despite Widening Crackdown RFE/RL 05 Nov 2022 -- Students from Iranian universities staged fresh demonstrations while many shopkeepers went on strike on November 5, despite a widening crackdown by authorities as protests that flared over the death of a 22-year-old woman in police custody entered an eighth week.
How Western Tech In Iranian Drones Is Helping Russia Wage War On Ukraine RFE/RL 04 Nov 2022 -- Over the past five years, Iranian officials and state media have touted the "indigenous" ingenuity in the Islamic republic's mass-produced Mohajer-6 combat drone, which Russia has deployed in its war against Ukraine.
COVID-19 kills 4 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 04 Nov 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,587 with three more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours.
Iran 'Freed' In 1979 Islamic Revolution, Raisi Says In Response To Biden Comment RFE/RL 04 Nov 2022 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi said on November 4 that Iran had been freed by the Islamic Revolution of 1979 in response to U.S. President Joe Biden's comment about Iran needing to be freed.
Tehran slams Biden for promising to 'free Iran' Press TV 04 Nov 2022 -- Tehran has slammed US President Joe Biden for his comments on freeing Iran, saying the United States has always been an occupier in its history and it can never be a liberator.
President Raeisi to Biden: We will not be your milking cow Press TV 04 Nov 2022 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi has addressed US President Joe Biden, telling him Iran was freed more than four decades ago and is no longer under the control of US hegemony.
Spiritual Leader Of Iran's Sunni Muslims Calls For Referendum On Protesters' Demands RFE/RL 04 Nov 2022 -- A top Sunni cleric in Iran has called for an immediate referendum with the presence of international observers to "change policies based on the wishes of the people."
Iran Marks 43rd Anniversary of US Embassy Takeover Amid Protests VOA 04 Nov 2022 -- Iran's government held rallies in cities across the country marking the 43rd anniversary of the takeover of the U.S. embassy in Iran and the Islamic revolution, which brought the current clerical government to power, while anti-government protests continue around the nation.
IRGC chief: Iran will avenge enemies' interventionist, mischievous acts Press TV 04 Nov 2022 -- The chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has warned enemies that the Islamic Republic will definitely avenge their "interventionist and mischievous actions."
Iran's Army pledges to confront Global Arrogance, defend Revolution Press TV 04 Nov 2022 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran's Army has voiced its readiness to defend the Islamic Revolution and confront threats posed by Global Arrogance as Iranians took to the streets on Friday and staged massive demonstrations against the United States.
Spokesman dismisses Ukrainian officials' anti-Iran accusations as baseless IRNA 04 Nov 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani in reaction to Ukrainian foreign minister's comments, emphasized Iran's neutral status in Ukraine war, and said that sensational remarks and undocumented accusations are of no assistance in resolving Ukraine crisis.
Iran urges Ukraine to abandon groundless accusations against Tehran Press TV 04 Nov 2022 -- Iran has once again rejected Ukraine's repetitive and groundless accusations that it provides Russia with weapons.
COVID-19 kills 3 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 03 Nov 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,583 with three more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Thursday.
Iran calls on US to 'stop double-dealing' to conclude Vienna talks Press TV 03 Nov 2022 -- The Iranian foreign minister has expressed Tehran's readiness for the conclusion of talks on the revival of the 2015 nuclear deal, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), while calling on the United States to "stop double dealing" and show genuine will amid stalled negotiations in the Austrian capital of Vienna.
Iranian Protesters Clash With Police Near Tehran VOA 03 Nov 2022 -- Reports from Iran say protesters once again clashed with security forces Thursday in a town near the capital, reportedly killing or wounding members of the security forces.
Armed rioters kill member of Basij volunteer force, injure 10 police officers in Iran's Alborz Province Press TV 03 Nov 2022 -- Protests have turned violent in Iran's Alborz Province, west of the capital Tehran, with reports saying armed rioters have killed a member of the Basij volunteer force and injured at least 10 police officers in the unrest.
Designation of Sanctions Evasion Network US Dept. of State 03 Nov 2022 -- "The United States is designating a sanctions evasion network providing support to Hizballah and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force."
Treasury Sanctions Oil Shipping Network Supporting IRGC-QF and Hizballah US Treasury 03 Nov 2022 -- Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated members of an international oil smuggling network that facilitated oil trades and generated revenue for Hizballah and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force (IRGC-QF). The network being designated today includes several key individuals and numerous front companies and vessels involved in blending oil to conceal the Iranian origins of the shipments and exporting it around the world in support of Hizballah and the IRGC-QF.
Iran: Conveyed message to US has 'constructive' approach IRNA 03 Nov 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian told EU Foreign Policy Chief Josep Borrell on Wednesday that the Islamic Republic had maintained a constructive approach in its views presented to the United States on the revival of the 2015 nuclear deal.
Iran sanctions several Canadian officials, entity over 'terror support' Press TV 03 Nov 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry has imposed sanctions on eight Canadian officials and one institution over their support for anti-Iran terrorists and acts of terror among other things.
Joint CANZ Statement for Arria Formula meeting on Iran Protests DFAT 02 Nov 2022 -- "We [Canada, Australia, and New Zealand] thank the Council for today's meeting, and Professor Rehman, Dr Ebadi, and Ms Boniadi for their insightful briefings. We remain deeply concerned with the deteriorating human rights situation in Iran."
Iran sanctions 8 Canadian individuals, entity IRNA 02 Nov 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry, in a reciprocal move, on Wednesday announced sanctions on a Canadian entity and several individuals over their support for terrorism.
FM: Iranian delegation due in Vienna for talks with IAEA IRNA 02 Nov 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said on Wednesday that an Iranian delegation is to visit the Austrian capital in coming days for talks with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
Iran delegation due in Vienna for talks on technical issues with IAEA: FM Press TV 02 Nov 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says an Iranian delegation is set to visit Vienna to hold talks with officials of the International Atomic Energy Organization (IAEA) on the remaining technical issues related to Tehran's nuclear program.
Russia: Volume of Russian investments in Iran oil fields to increase IRNA 02 Nov 2022 -- Deputy prime minister of Russia said on Tuesday that Iran-Russia relations are based on mutual trust and at optimum level, adding that the volume of Russian investments in Iran oil fields will increase drastically.
Iran Expects to Sign $40Bln Deal With Russia's Gazprom in December - Senior Diplomat Sputnik 02 Nov 2022 -- Iran is expecting to sign agreements worth $40 billion with Russian energy giant Gazprom in December as the negotiations on the energy deal are underway, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Economic Diplomacy Mahdi Safari said on Wednesday.
Statement by Vice President Kamala Harris on Iran Protests and the UN Commission on the Status of Women The White House 02 Nov 2022
US Calls for Iran to be Removed from UN Women's Rights Commission VOA 02 Nov 2022 -- The United States called Wednesday for Iran to be removed from the U.N. Commission on the Status of Women (CSW), the main intergovernmental body dedicated to gender equality and the empowerment of women.
Iran Says It Will Investigate Video Showing Police Brutality VOA 02 Nov 2022 -- Iran ordered an investigation on Wednesday into videos and images of violence by the government forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran against Iranian protesters.
US, its spy network had 'intricate plot' for recent Iran riots but failed: Speaker Press TV 02 Nov 2022 -- Iran's parliament speaker Mohammad-Baqer Qalibaf says the US and its network of spies had devised a "complex and special plan" for recent riots in the country but failed again.
More Protests In Several Iranian Cities In Defiance Of Government's Warning RFE/RL 02 Nov 2022 -- Iranian cities were again the scene of anti-government protests and at least one strike on November 2, despite a warning from authorities to end the demonstrations.
Shocking Video Emerges Showing Apparent Brutality By Iranian Police RFE/RL 02 Nov 2022 -- An amateur video that has emerged on social media appears to show Iranian police officers beating a man, running over him with a motorcycle, and then firing at him.
The Iranian people will no longer tolerate violence and oppression UK FCDO 02 Nov 2022 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the Security Council Arria meeting on protests in Iran
Tehran: West Stirs Up Anti-Iranian Mood by Announcing Iran's Attack on Saudi Arabia Sputnik 02 Nov 2022 -- Western countries are deliberately fomenting the atmosphere against Iran, saying that Tehran is allegedly preparing to strike at Saudi Arabia, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani said on Wednesday.
Russia's Reliance on Iran, Sign of Putin's Isolation DoD News 01 Nov 2022 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin is relying on Iran to supply weapons for his war in Ukraine, which is a sign of his isolation, Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Brig. Gen. Pat Ryder said during a news conference today.
Raeisi: Iran 'sensitive' about Caucasus peace, foreign meddling adds to problems Press TV 01 Nov 2022 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi says peace and stability in the Caucasus is of great significance to the Islamic Republic, and that any foreign interference in the affairs of the restive region will only complicate the situation there.
COVID-19 kills 4 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 01 Nov 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,580 with four more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Tuesday.
Iran envoy says sanctions-addicted US lacks qualification to hold UNSC meeting on riots Press TV 01 Nov 2022 -- A senior Iranian envoy has questioned the United States' ostensible commitment to defending Iranian women, calling on UN member states to skip an informal meeting the US plans to hold at the Security Council on the recent nationwide riots in Iran.
Iranian Protesters Block Operations At Taftan Mine For Second Time RFE/RL 01 Nov 2022 -- Protesters in the southeastern Iranian province of Sistan-Baluchistan have halted operations at a gold mine in the city of Taftan for a second time.
Russia-Iran coop. to nullify int'l sanctions: Petroleum min. IRNA 01 Nov 2022 -- Iran's Minister of Petroleum Javad Owji has underscored that expansion of cooperation between Moscow and Tehran will help make international sanctions imposed on both countries ineffective.
Iran, Russia sign new economic cooperation deals Press TV 01 Nov 2022 -- Iran and Russia have signed four new cooperation agreements as part of efforts to deepen energy and economic ties between the two countries.
Iran again denies drones delivery to Russia, says pursues diplomacy to help end Ukraine war Press TV 01 Nov 2022 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman has once again rejected in the strongest terms the Western claims of Iran's delivery of weapons and drones to Russia to be used against Ukraine, saying Tehran has had defense cooperation with Moscow for long and pursues a resolution of the conflict through dialog and diplomacy.
Iran to double gas supply to Armenia under renewed swap agreement Press TV 01 Nov 2022 -- Iran will double its natural gas supply to Armenia under an extended gas-for-electricity swap deal that will run until early 2031.
Iran sanctions 10 U.S. officials, 4 institutions for "inciting violence, interference" People's Daily 01 Nov 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry announced on Monday that Tehran has imposed sanctions against 10 U.S. individuals and four institutions for violating human rights, interfering in Iran's internal affairs, and inciting violence and riots in Iran.

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