December 2022 - Iran Special Weapons News

Russia plans to export energy via gas swap with Iran IRNA 31 Dec 2022 -- Deputy Prime Minister of Russia for Construction and Regional Policy Alexander Novak has announced that gas export to Afghanistan and Pakistan can be carried out by means of a gas swap with Iran.
COVID-19 kills 3 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 31 Dec 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,685 with three more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Saturday.
Iran says images sent by Khayyam satellite meet domestic needs IRNA 31 Dec 2022 -- Spokesman of Iranian Space Agency Hossein Dalirian said on Saturday that high-quality images sent by Khayyam satellite are being provided to both state and private sectors of the country and have helped meet part of domestic needs in different areas such as agriculture, natural resources, environment, water resources, mines, border monitoring and management of unprecedented crises.

Zolfaqar 1401 drills: Iranian Navy drones successfully destroy simulated targets

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Indigenous air defense systems shoot down attacking drones in Zolfaghar-1401 ISNA 31 Dec 2022 -- In the continuation of the main stage of Iranian Army's joint military drills, codenamed "Zolfaqar-1401", "Majid" low-altitude missile system and "Khatam" artillery fire control system hit and shod down the attacking drones.
Home-grown Iranian air defense systems intercept, down drones at Army drills Press TV 31 Dec 2022 -- Home-grown Iranian air defense systems have intercepted and shot down hostile drones during large-scale military exercises, which the Iranian Army has undertaken in a zone spanning from the country's southeastern ports and waters to the northern tip of the Indian Ocean.
Positive approaches can solve regional issues, no need for foreign presence: Iran FM Press TV 31 Dec 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has once again reiterated the Islamic Republic's opposition to the presence of foreign states in the region, saying regional issues can be settled well through the positive approaches adopted by regional countries.
Gen. Soleimani's assassination case in 'final stages' of indictment: Official Press TV 31 Dec 2022 -- An Iranian legal official says Tehran is seriously pursuing a judicial process to serve justice in the case of the 2020 assassination of Iran's anti-terror commander Lieutenant General Qassem Soleimani by the United States, stressing that the indictment in the case is nearing its final stages.
Iran registers another death-free day in COVID-19 record IRNA 30 Dec 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran remained unchanged at 144,628 with no death by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Friday.
Successful beaching operation of personnel carrier & tanks in Zolfaqar-1401 IRNA 30 Dec 2022 -- The Spokesman of Iranian Army's 'Zolfaqar-1401' war games announced the successful implementation of the beaching operation with tanks and armored personnel carriers.
Zulfaqar 1401 drills: Iran Army units exercise coastal defense in Sea of Oman Press TV 30 Dec 2022 -- Various units of Iran's Navy exercised defending the country's southern coasts early on Friday to mark the start of Zulfaqar 1400 military drills in the Sea of Oman.
Top General terms power of Iran's armed forces as devastating IRNA 30 Dec 2022 -- Commander of Khatam-al Anbiya Central Headquarters, Major General Gholamali Rashid, sating that the combined power of Iran's armed forces is devastating against the enemy, warned that any country that cooperates with the Zionist regime to threaten Iran's national security, will be targeted by Iran's armed forces.
Commander: Air defense units fully prepared to safeguard Iran IRNA 30 Dec 2022 -- Commander of Southern Iran Air Defense Region said on Thursday that Air Defense Units are fully prepared to safeguard the country's entire borders around the clock.
Iranians Mark End Of Mourning Period For Killed Protesters With Fresh Demonstrations RFE/RL 30 Dec 2022 -- Iranian protesters staged fresh demonstrations in several cities to mark the end of the 40-day mourning period for 10 protesters killed by security forces in unrest triggered by the death in September of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini while in police custody.
Iran Threatens 'Hostile' Western Media Over Protest Coverage VOA 30 Dec 2022 -- A spokesperson for Iran's Revolutionary Guard threatened a "regretful response" to Western media outlets — including Voice of America — over their coverage of the mass protests.
Iran raps hostile provisions in US 2023 National Defense Authorization Act Press TV 30 Dec 2022 -- Tehran has denounced the hostile provisions in the US National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2023, saying the decision attests to Washington's meddlesome policies against the Islamic Republic and is in line with attempts to spread Iranophobia.
Iran condemns anti-Iranian provisions of US 2023 NDAA IRNA 30 Dec 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has condemned the anti-Iranian provisions of the United States 2023 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) by saying that some baseless claims raised in the document regarding the regional activities of the Islamic Republic of Iran are in line with the destructive and destabilizing role of the US in the Persian Gulf and West Asia regions.
COVID-19 kills 5 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 29 Dec 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,682 with 5 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Thursday.
Iran Army to hold "Zolfaqar-1401" drills as of tonight IRNA 29 Dec 2022 -- Deputy Commander of Army for Coordination Affairs Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari has announced that the Iranian Army is to hold a joint war game dubbed "Zolfaqar-1401" as of Thursday night (December 29).
Iran Army set to hold large drills in Hormuz Strait, northern Indian Ocean Press TV 29 Dec 2022 -- The Iranian Army will start large-scale military exercises in an area stretching from the eastern sector of the strategic Strait of Hormuz to the northern tip of the Indian Ocean, Deputy Chief of the Iranian Army for Coordination Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari says.
Iranian Lawyer Arrested During Protest In October Sentenced To Three Years In Prison RFE/RL 29 Dec 2022 -- Iranian lawyer Saeed Sheikh has been sentenced to three years in prison as the government continues to crack down on lawyers while suppressing nationwide protests that began three months ago.
Iran warns enemies: Any attack will be met with firm response at origin Press TV 29 Dec 2022 -- The General Staff of Iran's Armed Forces has warned enemies, especially the US and Israel, against making any mistake in dealing with the Islamic Republic, saying any attack against the country will be responded firmly at its origin.
Iran Replaces Central Bank Chief As Currency Sinks Further RFE/RL 29 Dec 2022 -- Iran replaced the head of its central bank on December 29 as the country's currency, the rial, continued a sharp decline amid economic troubles aggravated by a lack of progress on nuclear negotiations with the West and months of civil unrest that continues to rock the country.
Iran appoints new c.bank governor amid currency market turmoil Press TV 29 Dec 2022 -- The Iranian government has appointed a new governor for the Central Bank of Iran (CBI) in an apparent effort to contain rising prices in the country's unofficial foreign currency market.
AEOI chief: Iran pursues open innovation diplomacy vis-a-vis nuclear threats, IRNA 29 Dec 2022 -- Vice president and head of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) said that nuclear centers and industries are assumed to be highly guarded, and high security places, as Iran pursues open innovations in that field.
AEOI chief says it was US that set new conditions in JCPOA talks IRNA 29 Dec 2022 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami said on Thursday that the party that set new conditions in JCPOA negotiations was not Iran, but it was the United States.
Iran registers no new COVID death in past 24 hours IRNA 28 Dec 2022 -- The number of deaths from the COVID-19 pandemic in Iran stayed unchanged at 144,677 with another zero death day over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Wednesday.
Russia to provide Iran with dozens of Sukhoi Su-35 fighter jets 'in near future' Press TV 28 Dec 2022 -- Russia will soon provide a complete squadron of Sukhoi Su-35 fighter jets to the Islamic Republic of Iran, a development that will likely further rile up the West as Tehran and Moscow deepen their defense and economic cooperation in defiance of sweeping sanctions and coercive measures.
US Spending Bill Includes Sanctions for Harassing, Surveilling Iranian Citizens VOA 28 Dec 2022 -- A $1.7 trillion spending bill the U.S. Congress passed last week includes a measure seeking accountability for people working for or on behalf of the government of Iran to harass and surveil Iranian citizens.
Iran to respond to foes' mistakes firmly IRNA 28 Dec 2022 -- The General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran has warned that any potential miscalculation by the enemies at any time and place would be responded decisively via attacking their source of action.
Window to reach agreement in Vienna 'won't remain open forever': Iran FM Press TV 28 Dec 2022 -- Iran's foreign minister, currently on an official visit to Oman, in remarks on Wednesday stressed that the "window to reach an agreement" in Vienna will not remain open forever, urging other parties to be realistic.
Iran says window of negotiations not to remain open forever IRNA 28 Dec 2022 -- Iranian Minister of Foreign Affairs Hossein Amirabdollahian said on Wednesday that the window for reaching an agreement will not remain open forever by the Iranian side.
AEOI Chief: Medicine produced from heavy water derivatives IRNA 28 Dec 2022 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami said that medicines are produced from heavy water derivatives.
Iranian FM meets with Sultan of Oman ISNA 28 Dec 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister, Hossein Amir Abdollahian met with the Sultan of Oman Haitham bin Tariq Al Said in Muscat on Wednesday.
Iran FM arrives in Oman bearing presidential message Press TV 28 Dec 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian arrives in the Omani capital for talks on various regional and international issues, and also to convey a message from President Ebrahim Raeisi to the Omani Sultan Haitham bin Tarik.
COVID-19 kills 2 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 27 Dec 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,677 with 2 more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Tuesday.
President Raeisi: Iran will show mercy to those deceived, but not insurgents Press TV 27 Dec 2022 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi says the enemy has made every effort to hinder the country's progress, but its plots failed disgracefully due to the steadfastness of the nation.
On The Streets And On Rooftops, Anti-Government Protests Continue Across Iran RFE/RL 27 Dec 2022 -- Iranian protesters took to the streets in various Iranian cities on December 26, continuing their anti-government protests triggered by the death in September of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini in police custody.
Iran intensifies crackdown on currency speculation Press TV 27 Dec 2022 -- Iran has intensified its crackdown on foreign currency speculation as authorities and official news outlets blame speculators for a historic drop in the value of national currency rial.
Iran boosts natural gas output by 10 mcm per day Press TV 27 Dec 2022 -- State oil company the NIOC says it has completed overhaul of a key natural gas liquids (NGL) project in southern Iran to allow the country to increase its overall natural gas output by some 10 million cubic meters (mcm) per day.
Iran, Russia fast-track new corridor beyond West's intervention Press TV 27 Dec 2022 -- Russia and Iran are building a new transcontinental trade route that is beyond the reach of any foreign intervention.
Iranian Foreign Ministry Calls Ukrainian Threats Irresponsible, Warns of Consequences Sputnik 26 Dec 2022 -- Tehran considers Kiev's threatening rhetoric on alleged drone supplies to Russia irresponsible, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani said on Monday, adding that Iran is not involved in the Ukrainian conflict.
Somalia's al-Shabaab Terrorist Group Releases 14 Iranian Fishermen Detained Since 2015 Sputnik 26 Dec 2022 -- Police forces in Somalia announced finding 20 foreigners, including 14 Iranians and 6 Pakistanis, in a territory controlled by the al-Qaeda*-affiliated al-Shabaab* group in November. Al-Shabaab has long been terrorizing people in Somalia and other countries in East Africa.
COVID-19 kills 1 more Iranian over past 24 hours IRNA 26 Dec 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,675 with one more Iranian killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Monday.
Iran says West admits miscalculation after gamble on riots falls flat Press TV 26 Dec 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kan'ani says Western countries bet on a losing horse when they put all their weight behind the recent riots across Iran, noting that they have now admitted their miscalculation concerning the violent unrest.
Chief Prosecutor Threatens Legal Action Against Women Who Do Not Follow Iran's Head Scarf Law RFE/RL 26 Dec 2022 -- Iran's chief prosecutor has warned women who have rejected wearing a hijab while participating in recent nationwide anti-government demonstrations to follow the country's mandatory head scarf law "for their own safety and health."
Leading Iranian Digital Rights Activist Says He's Been Sentenced To Six Years In Prison RFE/RL 26 Dec 2022 -- Jadi Mirmirani, considered to be one of Iran's leading technologists and a defender of digital rights, has said that he has been sentenced to six years in prison for comments he posted on social media.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards Arrest Dual Nationals Over Protests RFE/RL 26 Dec 2022 -- Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) says they have arrested seven people with links to Britain, including dual citizens, on charges that they allegedly teamed up with each other to direct ongoing nationwide anti-government protests.
FM Spox: Dialogue window still open from Iranian side of JCPOA IRNA 26 Dec 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has referred to the continued negotiations between Iran and world powers to revive a 2015 deal on the country's nuclear program, known as the JCPOA, saying that the window of dialogue is still open and that an agreement can be reached if there is a genuine will in Western countries that are parties to the deal.
China: JCPOA revival talks in final phase, agreement still possible despite challenges Press TV 26 Dec 2022 -- China says the talks to resume compliance as per the 2015 Iran nuclear deal are in the "final phase," emphasizing that there is still an opportunity to reach a final agreement on the revival of the US-abandoned accord.
Iran says new round of fence-mending talks with Saudi Arabia possible in Baghdad Press TV 26 Dec 2022 -- The spokesman for Iran's Foreign Ministry has suggested that representatives from the Islamic Republic would most likely launch a new round of talks with their Saudi counterparts in the Iraqi capital city of Baghdad aimed at mending strained ties between the two nations.
Iran Ready to Assist Afghan Girls, Women in Receiving Higher Education Sputnik 25 Dec 2022 -- The Iranian authorities expressed their readiness to assist Afghan girls and women in receiving university degree after the Taliban (under UN sanctions for terrorism) banned it in Afghanistan, Iranian Vice-President for Women and Family Affairs Ensiye Khazali said on Sunday.
COVID-19 kills 1 more Iranian over past 24 hours IRNA 25 Dec 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,674 with one more Iranian killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Sunday.
Iran among world's top five drone powers: Senior general Press TV 25 Dec 2022 -- Iran's top general has commended the joint efforts made by the armed forces, universities, and knowledge-based companies to improve the country's drone power, saying the Islamic Republic is currently among the world's top five powers in the unmanned aerial vehicles industry.
Iran riots: IRGC arrests seven ringleaders of UK-linked criminal network in Kerman Province Press TV 25 Dec 2022 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says it has arrested seven ringleaders of a UK-linked criminal network who played a key role in the recent wave of riots across the country.
Iran's IRGC Says Arrested 7 Leaders of Group Linked With UK Intelligence Sputnik 25 Dec 2022 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) said on Sunday that it identified and arrested seven leaders of a group allegedly involved in subversive activities and linked with UK secret services during recent mass protests in the country.
Iran registers no new COVID deaths in past 24 hours IRNA 24 Dec 2022 -- The number of deaths from the COVID-19 pandemic in Iran stayed unchanged at 144,673 with another zero death day over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Saturday.
Iran reacts to Taliban stripping female Afghan students from education IRNA 24 Dec 2022 -- Rasoul Mousavi, an aide to the Iranian Foreign Minister, said on Saturday that in a meeting with the caretaker Afghan ambassador to Tehran, has announced Iran's stance on a suspension of university education for all female students in Afghanistan.
Iran Curbs 'Morality Police' Amid Protests, Uses Other Oppressive Tools VOA 24 Dec 2022 -- There are new indications that Iran's Islamist rulers have constrained their morality police force that sparked nationwide protests in September, but researchers say the curtailment is not universal and merely reflects a shift in government tactics for suppressing dissent.
At Least 44 Lawyers Arrested in Iran VOA 24 Dec 2022 -- Reports from Iran say at least 44 lawyers have been arrested since mass anti-government protests erupted following the death of Mahsa Amini, a Kurdish woman who had been arrested by Iranian authorities for wearing her headscarf improperly.
Iran Ministry of Defense to increase women recruitment IRNA 24 Dec 2022 -- Iran's Ministry of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics plans to recruit female staff in the ministry in a greater number, an official said.
Window open for JCPOA agreement but not for ever: Iran FM IRNA 24 Dec 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has warned international powers that a window for reviving a 2015 international deal on Iran's nuclear program, known as the JCPOA, remains open but not forever.
Window of opportunity for agreement on JCPOA revival is open, but not forever: Iranian FM Press TV 24 Dec 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says the window of opportunity is open for the three European parties to the 2015 nuclear deal to reach a good and durable agreement in the talks on the removal of sanctions and revival of the multilateral agreement.
Iran's top lender allows banks to issue 23% deposit certificate Press TV 24 Dec 2022 -- The Central Bank of Iran (CBI) has allowed domestic lenders to issue high-yield certificates of deposit (CD), a move that experts say is a prelude to increasing interest rates with the purpose of controlling inflation in the country.
Iran halts gasoline exports amid rising domestic demand Press TV 24 Dec 2022 -- An Iranian Oil Ministry official says the country has halted taking new orders for exports of gasoline as domestic demand for the fuel rises to all-time highs.
COVID-19 kills one more Iranian over past 24 hours IRNA 23 Dec 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,673 with one more Iranian killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Friday.
Families Of Slain Iranian Protesters Mark End Of Mourning Period With Defiance RFE/RL 23 Dec 2022 -- The families of the victims of the recent nationwide protests in Iran have staged protests amid ceremonies marking the 40th day since the death of 10 protesters across the country.
Iranian Cinematographers Post Video Messages Criticizing Government Response To Unrest RFE/RL 23 Dec 2022 -- Several members of a prominent Iranian cinematographers' union have posted online video messages criticizing the Islamic republic's handling of ongoing unrest and warned government officials, including the head of Iran's state television, to stop suppressing the protests.
Luxembourg Resident Detained In Iran Sentenced To Death RFE/RL 23 Dec 2022 -- Luxembourg's Foreign Ministry says a resident of the European sovereign grand duchy has been sentenced to death in Iran.
U.S. Envoy Says Tehran Missed 'Golden' Opportunity For Deal, Slams Iran For Drones, Protest Response RFE/RL 23 Dec 2022 -- The Biden administration's envoy to Iran says a deal to revive a nuclear deal between Iran and world powers is not dead, but Washington is skeptical Tehran is "prepared or able" to reach an agreement after it backed away from "a golden opportunity" in September to finalize an accord and then threw its support behind Moscow in its war against Ukraine.
There is no alternative to Iran nuclear deal, EU's Borrell says Press TV 23 Dec 2022 -- The European Union's foreign policy chief Josep Borrell says there is no alternative to the 2015 nuclear deal, which was unilaterally abandoned by the United States three years after its conclusion.
Iran dispatches 4th ship to Venezuela IRNA 23 Dec 2022 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Line Group (IRISL) has sent the first ship carrying Iran-made export goods to Venezuela, which is also the fourth ship from the Islamic Republic to the destination of the Latin American country.
Iran slams Zelensky's 'baseless' accusations over drone deliveries to Russia IRNA 22 Dec 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani on Thursday condemned Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for the accusations he leveled against the Islamic Republic during his address to the US Congress in Washington, DC.
Iran expresses regret over Taliban ban on university education for Afghan women IRNA 22 Dec 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani on Thursday expressed regret over a decision by the Taliban in Afghanistan to suspend access to universities by female students.
Iran Foreign Ministry calls on Taliban to reverse ban on university education for female Afghans Press TV 22 Dec 2022 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman has expressed regret about a recent decision by the Taliban-run administration in Afghanistan to close universities to female Afghan students, calling on the de facto government's authorities to reverse the ban.
Iran registers no new Covid deaths in past 24 hours IRNA 22 Dec 2022 -- Iran's Health Ministry on Thursday announced that no new fatalities from COVID-19 had been registered in the past 24 hours.
Iranians Use Yalda Festival To Continue Anti-Government Protests RFE/RL 22 Dec 2022 -- Iranian protesters have staged fresh demonstrations by taking to the streets and the graves of victims of the government crackdown to protest during a night that is traditionally an ancient festival to mark the winter solstice.
More Than 40 Iranian Lawyers Detained So Far During Protests RFE/RL 22 Dec 2022 -- At least 44 Iranian lawyers have been arrested after representing people detained during three months of nationwide protests sparked by the September 16 death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini while in police custody for allegedly wearing a head scarf improperly.
US shedding crocodile tears for Iranians: Foreign Ministry spox IRNA 22 Dec 2022 -- Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani on Wednesday reacted to the latest comments by the US State Department spokesman, saying the country behind the maximum pressure campaign against the Iranian people is crying crocodile tears.
Over 10 mln liters of fuel smuggled from Iran per day: Official Press TV 22 Dec 2022 -- Head of the Iranian Oil Ministry's fuel department says more than 10 million liters of motor fuel are smuggled from the country every day.
Iran busts 4 Mossad spy teams, arrests all members: Intelligence Ministry Press TV 22 Dec 2022 -- Iran's Intelligence Ministry says it has dismantled four operative teams affiliated with the Israeli spy agency Mossad which were planning to carry out terrorist attacks in some parts of the country.
Iran nabs four Mossad-affiliated groups IRNA 22 Dec 2022 -- Ministry of Intelligence of the Islamic Republic of Iran has announced that the security forces have detected and arrested four terrorist teams, working for the intelligence agency of the Zionist regime.
Russia's VTB bank starts transfer services to Iran: Report Press TV 21 Dec 2022 -- Russia's second largest bank the VTB has launched a first transaction service involving the Russian rouble and Iranian rial, according to reports published in the Russian media.
COVID-19 kills 5 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 21 Dec 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,672 with five more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Thursday.
Sanctioning Iranian Officials Connected to Serious Human Rights Abuses US Dept. of State 21 Dec 2022 -- Since protests erupted across Iran in September, the Iranian regime has responded with ruthless crackdowns on peaceful protestors in an effort to suppress the Iranian people's voices.
Treasury Sanctions Iranian Regime Officials Tied to Continued Violence Against Protestors US Treasury 21 Dec 2022 -- Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is targeting the Prosecutor General and key military and paramilitary officials in Iran, as well as a company manufacturing and providing Iran's Law Enforcement Forces with anti-riot equipment. As nationwide protests continue throughout Iran, the response from Iranian security forces has continued to escalate.
Iranian Actor Mohammadi Among Five Handed Death Sentences RFE/RL 21 Dec 2022 -- Iranian actor Hossein Mohammadi is among five protesters to have been handed death sentences over the death of a Basij militia member during unrest triggered by the death in custody of a young woman over an alleged head scarf violation.
Iran Denies Report That Doctor's Death Sentence Was Revoked RFE/RL 21 Dec 2022 -- Iran's judiciary has denied a report that a decision has been made to annul the death sentence of Iranian doctor Hamid Qarahasanlou, who was sentenced to death along with four other defendants for allegedly having a role in the murder of a security officer.
Iran FM slams France's 'unacceptable' meddling in its domestic affairs Press TV 21 Dec 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has strongly criticized France's intervention in Iran's internal affairs, saying the approach of Paris to the recent developments in the country is "unacceptable."
FM censures France for meddling in Iran's internal affairs IRNA 21 Dec 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has criticized France for interfering in Iran's internal affairs.
Saudi Arabia ready to resume talks with Iran: FM Amirabdollahian IRNA 21 Dec 2022 -- Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Hossein Amirabdollahian has said that Riyadh is prepared to resume negotiations on restoration of diplomatic ties with Tehran.
Saudi FM says Riyadh ready to continue dialog with Iran: Amir-Abdollahian Press TV 21 Dec 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has held a meeting with his Saudi counterpart, Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, with the latter expressing Riyadh's readiness to continue dialog with Tehran, amid efforts by the two neighbors to fix their troubled ties.
FM Spox slams 'shameful' US support for MKO leader IRNA 21 Dec 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has slammed some "bankrupt US politicians" for their "shameful support" for the leader of the terrorist Mojahedin-e-Khalq Organization (MKO), adding that such stances further expose the fake claims of the US in dealing with human rights issues.
Iran FM calls meeting with Borrell friendly, constructive IRNA 21 Dec 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has described his meeting in the Jordanian capital Amman with European Union's Foreign Policy Chief Josep Borrell as quite frank, friendly and constructive.
Chinese envoy calls for efforts to revitalize Iran nuclear deal People's Daily 21 Dec 2022 -- A Chinese envoy has called for efforts to revitalize the 2015 Iran nuclear deal between Iran and the six powers of Britain, China, France, Germany, Russia and the United States.
Vienna talks can be wrapped up 'within days' but US is reluctant: Russia Press TV 21 Dec 2022 -- A senior Russian diplomat says the Vienna talks aimed at the removal of US sanctions and revival of the 2015 nuclear deal can be wrapped up within days but the United States is not ready to take the necessary steps.
Minister: Iran's oil output reaches 3 million barrels per day Press TV 21 Dec 2022 -- Iran's oil production has reached 3 million barrels per day, Minister of Petroleum Javad Owji says.
Iran's oil output reaches nearly 3 mln bpd: Minister IRNA 21 Dec 2022 -- Iranian Minister of Petroleum Javad Owji says that the country's oil production has reached nearly 3 million barrels per day (bpd).
COVID-19 kills 3 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 20 Dec 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,667 with three more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Tuesday.
Russia seeking cooperation with Iran on gas turbines Press TV 20 Dec 2022 -- Russia wants to cooperate with Iran on manufacturing of gas turbines needed in its power plants, says the Russian Energy Minister Nikolai Shulginov as the two countries keep expanding joint efforts against foreign sanctions targeting their economies.
Iran: US sanctions violating human rights of all living there, say UN experts UN News 20 Dec 2022 -- US sanctions on Iran are resulting in harm to the country's environment and preventing everyone there - including migrants and Afghan refugees - from fully enjoying their rights to health and life, and contributing to other factors such as rising air pollution, UN-appointed independent experts said on Tuesday.
Commissioners Named to UN Probe of Iran Protest Crackdown VOA 20 Dec 2022 -- The president of the U.N. Human Rights Council has announced the members of an independent international fact-finding mission tasked with investigating Iran's deadly crackdown on peaceful protesters.
Iranian Currency Weakens Further Amid Protests, Rumor That Nuclear Deal Is 'Dead' RFE/RL 20 Dec 2022 -- Iran's national currency, the rial, fell to a record low against the U.S. dollar as unrest triggered by the death in custody of a young woman over an alleged head scarf violation continues to rock the country.
Iranian Lawmakers Propose Plan To Punish 'Fake News' As Protests Roil Nation RFE/RL 20 Dec 2022 -- Hard-line Iranian lawmakers have proposed a plan to impose tougher penalties against those who publish news that is deemed to have "negative social consequences."
FM Amirabdollahian, Borrel call for restoring JCPOA IRNA 20 Dec 2022 -- The European Union foreign policy chief Josep Borrell after meeting with Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian in a tweet on Tuesday said that the meeting between the two sides in Jordan amidst deteriorating Iran-EU relations was necessary.
Iran urges EU to take necessary decisions for an agreement IRNA 20 Dec 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian on Tuesday urged the European Union to refrain from politicizing issues and take the necessary decision for announcing an agreement.
Iran to US: Stop deception IRNA 20 Dec 2022 -- The ambassador and permanent representative of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the United Nations censured the United States for its unilateral policies, advising Washington to "stop deception".
US support for anti-Iran terror cult further proves fake image of American human rights: Tehran Press TV 20 Dec 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry has strongly condemned the United States for lionizing the ringleader of the anti-Iran terrorist cult of the Mujahedin-e-Khalq Organization (MKO), and for reiterating its alliance with terrorists and murderers of thousands of Iranians.
Iran FM to EU: Realistic approach needed to achieve deal on JCPOA revival Press TV 20 Dec 2022 -- Iran's foreign minister has called on the other parties to the 2015 deal to adopt a "constructive and realistic" approach and take necessary political decisions to facilitate the finalization of long-stalled negotiations aimed at reviving the multilateral agreement.
Iran FM, EU foreign policy chief meet in Jordan amid stalled JCPOA revival talks Press TV 20 Dec 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian and European Union foreign policy chief Josep Borrell has met in Jordan amid stalled talks to revive the 2015 nuclear agreement, which was abandoned by the United States three years after its conclusion.
UN calls on US to lift Iran sanctions, extend waivers on oil trade Press TV 20 Dec 2022 -- The United Nations has called on the United States to lift or waive its sanctions against Iran as per the 2015 nuclear agreement, and to extend the waivers regarding the trade in oil with the country.
Iran envoy: US must choose diplomacy over pressure, confrontation if it really seeks JCPOA revival Press TV 20 Dec 2022 -- Iran's permanent ambassador to the UN says if the United States really seeks the revival of the 2015 nuclear deal, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), it must choose diplomacy over pressure and confrontation.
Iran enriching 'worrying quantities' of uranium, in further blow for nuclear deal UN News 19 Dec 2022 -- No progress has been made on the implementation of a high profile 2015 Security Council resolution (2231), aimed at ensuring that Iran's nuclear facilities be used only for peaceful purposes, in return for the lifting of sanctions, the UN Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs, told the Security Council on Monday.
Iran registers another zero COVID-19 death in 24 hours IRNA 19 Dec 2022 -- The number of deaths from the COVID-19 pandemic in Iran stayed unchanged at 144,664 with another zero death day over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Monday.
Iran busts Mossad spy network planning to target its defense industry Press TV 19 Dec 2022 -- Iran's Intelligence Ministry has identified and arrested members of a spy network who were planning to sabotage the country's defense industry through front companies and security marketing.
Some Iranians Move Their Protests To Rooftops, Windows As Demonstrations Enter Fourth Month RFE/RL 19 Dec 2022 -- Iranian protesters have opened a new front as their demonstrations over the death of Mahsa Amini enter a fourth month, taking to windows and rooftops to show their anger at the government as they push for more freedoms.
EU, Iran officials pursue JCPOA talks seriously: FM Amirabdollahian IRNA 19 Dec 2022 -- Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Hossein Amirabdollahian has said that diplomats of the European Union and Iran seriously follow up on consultations on the resumption of the 2015 nuclear agreement.
E3 Statement after UN Security Council Meeting on Iran: 19 December 2022 UK FCDO 19 Dec 2022 -- The governments of France, Germany and the United Kingdom issued a joint statement on the JCPoA.
Iran's continued nuclear escalation is a threat to international peace and security: UK statement at the Security Council UK FCDO 19 Dec 2022 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the Security Council Briefing on Iran
IRGC officer, three Basij members killed in clashes with terrorists in southeast Iran Press TV 19 Dec 2022 -- A senior officer of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) and three members of the Basij volunteer force have been killed in clashes with terrorists, who opened fire on them in an area in the country's southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan close to the border with Pakistan.
IRGC Says Four Security Officers Killed In Southeastern Iran RFE/RL 19 Dec 2022 -- Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) says four security forces have been killed in the southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchistan, where intense anti-government protests have rocked the region in recent months.
Iran's daily energy use equivalent of over 1 bn liters of fuel: Official Press TV 19 Dec 2022 -- A top Iranian Oil Ministry official says the country's daily use of energy has reached the equivalent of 1.05 billion liters of fuel.
Iran responds to claims by US spy agency's chief ISNA 19 Dec 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani has rejected as baseless the claims made by the US spy agency's chief about Iran's cooperation with Russia and his accusations against the Islamic republic of Iran regarding the Ukraine war.
Iran slams CIA director's claims about Tehran-Moscow cooperation as "propaganda war" People's Daily 19 Dec 2022 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman slammed Sunday the "baseless claims" by the director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) about military cooperation between Tehran and Moscow as part of the U.S. "propaganda war" against Iran.
Iran to launch at least 2 satellites until late March: Minister IRNA 18 Dec 2022 -- Iran's Minister of Information and Communications Technology Issa Zarepour has announced that the country plans to launch at least two satellites into space until the end of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20, 2023).
Iran to Launch at Least Two Domestically-Produced Nahid Satellites by Spring Sputnik 18 Dec 2022 -- Iran will put into orbit at least two domestically-produced satellites, Nahid-1 and Nahid-2, by the spring of 2023, Iranian Minister of Information and Communications Technology Issa Zarepour said on Sunday.
COVID-19 kills 3 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 18 Dec 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,664 with three more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Sunday.
FM spox: CIA chief claims part of US propaganda war against Iran IRNA 18 Dec 2022 -- Spokesman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic Nasser Kanaani on Sunday described claims by the head of the US spy agency about Iran-Russia cooperation and his charges against the Islamic Republic of Iran regarding the Ukraine war as baseless and part of the US propaganda war against Iran.
CIA chief's claims on Iran-Russia cooperation part of 'propaganda war': Tehran Press TV 18 Dec 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman has dismissed recent claims by the head of the US Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) accusing Iran of cooperation with Russia in the war in Ukraine, saying such allegations are part of the "propaganda war" against the Islamic Republic.
Russia Using Iranian Drones in Ukraine, Britain Says VOA 17 Dec 2022 -- Britain's Defense Ministry said in an intelligence update Saturday that "In recent days, there has been an uptick in Russia's campaign of long-range strikes against Ukraine's critical national infrastructure."
Iran posts 2 COVID-19 deaths in 24 hours IRNA 17 Dec 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,661 with two more Iranian killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Saturday.
AEOI chief says Iran's nuclear enrichment capacity has more than doubled IRNA 17 Dec 2022 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami said on Saturday that the country's nuclear enrichment capacity has more than doubled.
AEOI spox: Iran's uranium enrichment officially reaches 60% purity level Press TV 17 Dec 2022 -- The spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says the country's enrichment of uranium has officially reached the purity level of 60 percent in accordance with a December 2020 parliamentary law seeking to accelerate the development of the Iranian nuclear program.
Iranian Oil Workers Launch Strike As National Unrest Continues RFE/RL 17 Dec 2022 -- Oil-sector workers in southern Iran launched a strike in several cities on December 17, demanding higher wages and other benefits.
Iran's controversial dam project may delay initial filling Press TV 17 Dec 2022 -- A controversial dam project in southwestern Iran may delay plans for its initial filling amid growing concerns that the project could cause significant environmental damage.
Comdr vows for deploying fast, advanced vessels at sea borders IRNA 16 Dec 2022 -- Deputy Commander of Iran's Border Guards for Operations Brigadier General Jalal Setareh lauded advanced military facilities in border guards, saying that fast and advanced vessels will be deployed at sea borders.
Iran Protests Continue Friday as Unrest Enters Fourth Month VOA 16 Dec 2022 -- Hundreds of protesters marched Friday in the southeastern Iranian provincial capital, Zahedan, marking three months since the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini while in police custody, sparking nationwide anti-government unrest.
Iranian Student Organization Raises Concern About Five Female Students Arrested After Protest RFE/RL 16 Dec 2022 -- The whereabouts of five female university students in the western Iranian city of Sanandaj are unknown following their arrest earlier this month after they took part in a rally against the execution of protesters, the Union Council of Iranian Students said.
Lawyer Of Jailed Iranian Protester Says He's Been Denied Access To His Client RFE/RL 16 Dec 2022 -- The lawyer of an anti-government Iranian protestor sentenced to death says a branch of the Islamic Revolutionary Court has denied him access to case material to defend his client.
Anti-Iran resolution illegitimate, invalid: FM spokesman IRNA 16 Dec 2022 -- Spokesman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic Nasser Kanaani has underscored that ratification of a Canada-proposed resolution at the UN General Assembly is invalid and illegitimate.
'Devoid of legitimacy': Iran slams UNGA's political resolution Press TV 16 Dec 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman says the resolution passed by the UN General Assembly about human rights in Iran is "devoid of legitimacy," urging the West to stop exploiting international mechanisms to further its political goals.
Iran posts one COVID death in 24 hours IRNA 15 Dec 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,659 with one more Iranian killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Thursday.
More Than 200 Iranian Activists Call For Campaign To Halt Executions RFE/RL 15 Dec 2022 -- More than 200 Iranian civil activists, writers, and family members of victims of the Islamic republic have signed a statement inviting activists and unions in Iran to launch a campaign to stop executions there amid threats from lawmakers that harsher punishments are needed for protesters during the current wave of unrest.
Iran says EU hostile measures overshadow chances to pursue mutual interests IRNA 15 Dec 2022 -- Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement on Thursday which said that continuation of Iranophobia by the European Union would overshadow chances for pursuing mutual interests.
Iranian court holds 3rd hearing into Ukrainian plane crash IRNA 15 Dec 2022 -- The third hearing into the case of a 2020 Ukrainian plane crash was held in Tehran military court on Thursday.
Iran's IRGC seizes ship smuggling 330k liters of fuel in Persian Gulf, arrests entire crew Press TV 15 Dec 2022 -- A high-ranking Iranian Judiciary official says the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has confiscated a tanker ship carrying over 300,000 liters of smuggled fuel in the Persian Gulf waters and arrested all crew members.
US needs to respond positively to Iran's goodwill in JCPOA revival talks: China Foreign Ministry Press TV 15 Dec 2022 -- China says there is still hope for the revival of the 2015 Iran deal, which the US unilaterally abandoned, despite a deadlock in relevant talks, saying Washington needs to respond positively to the "goodwill and flexibility" shown by Tehran in the process.
Iran registers zero COVID-19 deaths in 24 hours IRNA 14 Dec 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran stayed unchanged at 144,658 with another zero death day over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Wednesday.
Israeli military chief admits hand in strike on Lebanon-bound Iranian fuel convoy Press TV 14 Dec 2022 -- The Israeli military chief of staff has confirmed that the Tel Aviv regime was behind an early November attack on an Iranian fuel convoy heading to Lebanon near the Syria-Iraq border, saying that the airstrike was carried out by the Israeli Air Force.
Iran eyeing to launch heavier satellites IRNA 14 Dec 2022 -- Head of Iranian Space Agency Hassan Salariyeh said on Wednesday that the agency already has the required facilities for launching satellites up to 200 kg and is seeking to promote these facilities to launch heavier under-one-ton satellites.
Kazakhstan plans to swap more oil to Iran IRNA 14 Dec 2022 -- Kazakhstan plans to swap more oil to both Iran and China, the country's Energy Minister Bulat Aqchulaqov has said, according to Inbusiness.kz.
Kazakhstan to increase oil supply to Iran under swap deal Press TV 14 Dec 2022 -- Kazakhstan plans to ramp up its supply of crude oil to Iran under a swap deal that allows the former Soviet state to diversify its oil export routes away from Russia.
Iran removed from UN Commission on the Status of Women UN News 14 Dec 2022 -- The 54-member UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) on Wednesday adopted a resolution to remove Iran from the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) for the remainder of its four-year term ending in 2026.
Iran Voted Off UN Group Focused on Women's Rights VOA 14 Dec 2022 -- Iran was voted off a U.N. women's body Wednesday for its ongoing crackdown against peaceful protests and its repressive and discriminatory policies toward women and girls.
UN Removes Iran From Women's Rights Body Over Crackdown On Protests RFE/RL 14 Dec 2022 -- The UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) has voted to expel Iran from the UN's premiere global body for gender equality over Tehran's brutal crackdown on women-led protests.
Statement by National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan on UN Vote to Remove Iran from the Commission on the Status of Women The White House 14 Dec 2022
Removal of Iran from the UN Commission on the Status of Women US Dept. of State 14 Dec 2022 -- "Today's vote by the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) to remove Iran from the UN's Commission on the Status of Women sends an unmistakable message of support from around the world to the brave people of Iran, and in particular to Iranian women and girls, who remain undaunted despite the brutality and violence perpetrated against them by the Iranian regime."
UK statement at the UN vote on ending Iran's membership on the Commission on the Status of Women UK FCDO 14 Dec 2022 -- Ambassador Barbara Woodward delivered a statement to the UN Economic and Social Council
Iran says US "unlawful request" will undermine rule of law at United Nations IRNA 14 Dec 2022 -- Ambassador and Permanent Representative of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the United Nations Amir Saeid Iravani said on Wednesday that an "unlawful request" of the US government for termination of Iran's membership in the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) will undermine the rule of law at the UN system.
US resorts to anti-Iran show to cancel Iran membership in CSW IRNA 14 Dec 2022 -- The United Nations will witness another show by the Biden administration, which attempts to pursue a dangerous path at the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) to pave the way for the cancellation of the Islamic Republic's membership in the international body.
Iran says US 'in no position' to advocate women's rights after sham UN vote Press TV 14 Dec 2022 -- Iran's deputy envoy to the United Nations hit out at the US-backed move to oust the country from the UN women's body saying Washington and its allies are in no position to advocate women's rights while supporting Israeli crimes against Palestinian women.
Russia, China denounce US-led move to oust Iran from UN women's body Press TV 14 Dec 2022 -- The move to oust the Islamic Republic of Iran from the United Nations women's rights body at the behest of the United States on Wednesday has been strongly censured by a number of countries.
UN Economic Council Expels Iran From Commission on Status of Women After Amini's Death Sputnik 14 Dec 2022 -- The UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) has voted to expel Iran from the Commission on the Status of Women, a 45-member body which meets annually, amid the unrest following the death of Mahsa Amini.
Iran Sentences Belgian Aid Worker To 20 Years, Brussels Says He's Innocent RFE/RL 14 Dec 2022 -- The family of a Belgian aid worker jailed in Iran says that he has been sentenced to 28 years in prison by the Iranian judiciary for "espionage," a charge Brussels called "fabricated."
Iran Publishes 'Confessions' Of Protesters, Fears Rise Of Heavy Sentences For Athletes RFE/RL 14 Dec 2022 -- Iran has made public the forced "confessions" of several protesters, raising concerns among rights groups that more death sentences will be issued and carried out after "sham" trials.
Number Of Reporters Arrested In Iran Rises 'Alarmingly,' Says International Federation Of Journalists RFE/RL 14 Dec 2022 -- The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) says at least 58 journalists in Iran have been arrested during the nationwide unrest sparked by the death of a 22-year-old Mahsa Amini while in police custody.
IRGC Comdr: Iranians have chosen strength IRNA 14 Dec 2022 -- Commander in Chief of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Hossein Salaami said that the Iranians have chosen to be powerful.
'Arrest warrant likely for ex-Iraqi PM over US assassination of Gen. Soleimani' Press TV 14 Dec 2022 -- A senior Iraqi lawmaker says the country's judiciary is likely to issue an arrest warrant against former prime minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi over his complicity in the assassination of top Iranian anti-terror commander Lieutenant General Qassem Soleimani and his associates.
China must compensate IRNA 14 Dec 2022 -- Iranian Government's self-restraint and refraining from taking a hasty stance towards the recent visit of the Chinese President to the region, was a symbol of wisdom in the principles of the foreign policy of the Islamic Republic of Iran. Iran's objection to compensating for the mistake of ignoring Iran's national interests is an example of honor in these principles. When it comes to territorial integrity, there is no difference between a strategic partner and a long-standing rival.
Iran registers zero COVID-19 deaths in 24 hours IRNA 13 Dec 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran stayed unchanged at 144,658 with another zero death day over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Tuesday.
Russia terms launching Khayyam satellite as prelude to further space cooperation with Iran IRNA 13 Dec 2022 -- Russian Space Agency chief Yury Borisov said on Tuesday that the successful launching of the Iranian Khayyam satellite with joint cooperation of Iran and Russia was a prelude to further expansion of space cooperation between the two countries.
Kiev offers no proof of alleged 'Russian use' of Iranian drones in Ukraine war: Iran defense chief Press TV 13 Dec 2022 -- Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Ashtiani says Ukrainian officials have failed to provide any evidence for their claim that Russia is using Iranian drones in its war on Ukraine.
Russia, Iran Looking to Build Civil Aircraft, Report Says Sputnik 13 Dec 2022 -- Moscow and Tehran are considering setting up joint ventures in Iran that would allow them to design and build airliners with 100 seats and fewer, Iranian Deputy Industry Minister Manouchehr Manteghi reportedly said Tuesday.
Raisi voices Iranians' criticism over recent stances of Chinese president IRNA 13 Dec 2022 -- Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi said on Tuesday that some stances raised during the recent visit of the Chinese President to the region had caused dissatisfaction among the Iranian nation and the government, and Iran seriously demands compensation for these positions.
Iranian President Expresses Concern Over China's Position on Persian Gulf Islands Sputnik 13 Dec 2022 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi on Tuesday expressed concern over the position of Chinese President Xi Jinping on the territorial ownership of three Persian Gulf islands: Abu Musa, the Greater and the Lesser Tunb.
China, Iran underline need for respecting IRI territorial integrity IRNA 13 Dec 2022 -- Deputy Prime Minister of China Hu Chunhua and Iranian Vice President Mohammad Mokhber have emphasized the importance of respecting the territorial integrity of the Islamic Republic of Iran.
China deputy premier to Raeisi: Beijing always respects Iran's sovereignty, territorial integrity Press TV 13 Dec 2022 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi has met with the visiting Chinese deputy prime minister in the capital Tehran, with the latter stressing that Beijing has invariably recognized and respected Iran's territorial integrity and interests.
China says it supports Iran's territorial integrity ISNA 13 Dec 2022 -- Iran's First Vice-President Mohammad Mokhber and Vice Premier of the People's Republic of China reviewed the latest status of the implementation of the 25-year comprehensive cooperation program between the two countries, stressing the need to accelerate the implementation process of the document.
Iran VP meet, China vice premier in Tehran IRNA 13 Dec 2022 -- Iran's Vice President Mohammad Mokhber and Chinese Vice Premier Hu Chunhua have held talks on the implementation of the Iran-China 25-year cooperation program.
Chinese President's positions cause complain: President Raisi ISNA 13 Dec 2022 -- The Deputy Prime Minister of China, who is in Iran to develop the relations between the two countries at the head of a trade and economic delegation, went to Pasteur Street to meet with the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran in continuation of his meetings and travel plans.
Minister: Iran, China finalize MoUs to implement 25-year deal Press TV 13 Dec 2022 -- Iran and China finalize 16 MoUs between the two countries to implement their 25-year roadmap for strategic partnership, Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance Ehsan Khandozi says.
Iran possesses types of missiles inconceivable for Americans: IRGC commander Press TV 13 Dec 2022 -- The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy says Iran is in possession of missiles that the United States cannot even imagine.
EU imposes new sanctions on Iran IRNA 13 Dec 2022 -- The European Union has imposed fresh sanctions on Iran over alleged human rights violations and drone deliveries to Russia for use in the Ukraine war.
Iranian Female Prisoners Call Out Government's 'Cycle Of Murder' Over Death Sentences RFE/RL 13 Dec 2022 -- Female political prisoners incarcerated in Iran's notorious Evin prison have published a letter expressing concern about the issuance and execution of death sentences for those arrested during the recent anti-government protests.
Iran Protest Crackdown Targets Lawyers VOA 13 Dec 2022 -- As Iran's anti-government protests continue, lawyers who have pledged to provide legal aid to protesters have come under increasing pressure from the country's judiciary and security forces. Since the beginning of nationwide protests in Iran in September, activists say at least 16 human rights lawyers have been arrested across the country, including four recently in the country's East Azerbaijan province.
Iran slams U.S. claims of supporting Iranian women People's Daily 13 Dec 2022 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman on Monday slammed the U.S. claims of supporting Iranian women, saying they have been equally impacted by Washington's long-term unilateral sanctions on Tehran.
Iran says kiev provided no documents for Russia's alleged use of Iranian drones IRNA 12 Dec 2022 -- Iranian Minister of Defense Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Ashtiani said on Monday that Kiev has provided no documents for what it claims to be Russia's use of Iranian drones.
Iranian Defense Minister: Kiev Has Shown No Proof of Russia Using Iranian Drones Sputnik 12 Dec 2022 -- Kiev failed to provide any evidence that Russia was using Iranian drones in Ukraine at a joint expert meeting, Iranian Defense Minister Mohammad-Reza Ashtiani said on Monday.
Southern islands inseparable parts of Iran: Spox IRNA 12 Dec 2022 -- The spokesman for the Iranian Foreign Ministry announced here on Monday that the Persian Gulf islands in south of Iran are inseparable parts of the country.
UK claims on Tehran-Moscow military coop. unacceptable: Russia IRNA 12 Dec 2022 -- Russian embassy in London has ruled out claims made by the UK on delivery of Iran-made weapons to Russia, describing London's policy as in line with the United States agenda.
Russia categorically rejects UK foreign secretary's claim of military deal with Iran Press TV 12 Dec 2022 -- The Russian embassy in London has roundly dismissed the "inappropriate statements" of British Foreign Secretary James Cleverly, who spuriously claimed Iran was sending armament and munitions to Russia for its military campaign in neighboring Ukraine.
Iran registers another zero COVID-19 death in 24 hours IRNA 12 Dec 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran stayed unchanged at 144,658 with another zero death day over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Monday.
Iran: EU adopts Council conclusions and additional restrictive measures EC/CEU 12 Dec 2022 -- The Council approved today new conclusions on Iran, focusing in particular on: the unacceptable repression of the ongoing protests and the human rights situation, Iran's military cooperation with Russia, including delivery of drones deployed by Russia in its war of aggression against Ukraine, the JCPOA (Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action), as well as regional security.
Iran: Council approves conclusions EC/CEU 12 Dec 2022 -- Recalling the November 2016 and February 2019 Council conclusions, the European Union reconfirms its resolute commitment to human rights in its policy towards Iran.
Iran Foreign Ministry statement on imposing sanctions on some EU individuals, entities IRNA 12 Dec 2022 -- Foreign Ministry of the Islamic Republic of Iran on Monday imposed sanctions on 10 individuals and five institutions in Europe.
Iran designates UK individuals, entities IRNA 12 Dec 2022 -- Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs in a statement blacklisted four UK entities and 13 individuals.
EU agrees new Iran sanctions over alleged rights violation, Russia drone delivery Press TV 12 Dec 2022 -- The European Union's foreign ministers have agreed to impose new sanctions on a number of Iranian individuals and entities over alleged crackdown on recent protests and drone deliveries to Russia for use in the Ukraine war.
Iran sanctions dozens of EU, UK officials, entities over instigating riots Press TV 12 Dec 2022 -- Iran has imposed a round of sanctions on dozens of European Union (EU) and British officials and entities over their support and instigation of recent deadly riots in the country over their meddlesome statements about the Islamic Republic's internal developments and support for terror in Iran.
Iran Adds RFE/RL's Radio Farda, British Spy Chief, Others To Sanctions List RFE/RL 12 Dec 2022 -- Iran has placed sanctions on more than two dozen people and entities, including RFE/RL's Persian-language service, Radio Farda, ahead of an expected European Union decision to slap a new round of sanctions on Tehran.
Iranian Official Close To Leader Issues Rare Warning Over Crackdown RFE/RL 12 Dec 2022 -- A senior Iranian official close to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has harshly criticized the policies of the Islamic republic's leadership in a video interview.
Iran Hangs Man In Public In Second Execution Linked To Protests RFE/RL 12 Dec 2022 -- Iran has hanged a man in public who had been convicted of killing two members of security forces, the second execution linked to anti-government protests in less than a week.
Iran Executes Second Man Linked to Protests VOA 12 Dec 2022 -- Iran on Monday said it carried out its second execution of a prisoner linked to the nationwide protests that began in September after the death of a young woman detained by the country's morality police for failing to properly cover her hair with a hijab.
Sunni Cleric Who Reported Alleged Rape Of Girl By Police Commander Summoned To Iranian Court RFE/RL 12 Dec 2022 -- A senior Sunni cleric in the southeastern Iranian province of Sistan and Baluchistan, who disclosed the alleged rape of a 15-year-old girl by a local police commander, has been summoned to a special court for clerics.
Iran won't compromise on territorial integrity: Spokesman ISNA 12 Dec 2022 -- Iran is committed to regional cooperation based on principles, mutual interest and neighborhood policy, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani stressed.
Gas swap with Russia can earn Iran at least $6bn a year: IRENEX Press TV 12 Dec 2022 -- Iran can make at least $6 billion per year from a potential gas swap deal with Russia which would allow the country to consume gas imported from Russia in its north and deliver the same amount to other customer countries, according to figures by Iran Energy Exchange (IRENEX).
Iran thwarts hackers' attack on Imam Khomeini Airport City Press TV 12 Dec 2022 -- Iranian cybersecurity experts have foiled a hacking attack on Imam Khomeini Airport City in the south of the capital Tehran, preventing any major interruption in the airport's operations.
Iran hails China ties, blasts meddlesome GCC statement Press TV 12 Dec 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kan'ani has hailed developing China-Iran relations and censured a joint statement that the Persian Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) issued recently in the presence of a Chinese official, stressing that interference in Iranian internal affairs is rejected.
3 islands in Persian Gulf belong to Iran forever: MP IRNA 11 Dec 2022 -- The three islands of the Greater Tunb, the Lesser Tunb, and Abu Musa in the Persian Gulf have been, are, and will be for Iran; and the Islamic Republic will stand firmly against those who want to challenge the fact, an Iranian lawmaker said.
FM says Iran's territorial integrity should be respected by all IRNA 11 Dec 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has said that the islands of Abu Musa as well as the Greater and Lesser Tunbs are inseparable parts of Iran.
Iran on Persian Gulf islands: 'Harsh response' awaits neighbors' notorious ambitions Press TV 11 Dec 2022 -- The Iranian parliament's deputy speaker has underscored the territorial integrity of the country with regard to the three islands in the Persian Gulf region, saying the Islamic Republic will give a "harsh and regrettable" response to any of its neighbors' excessive ambitions.
Iran registers another zero COVID-19 death in 24 hours IRNA 11 Dec 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran stayed unchanged at 144,658 with another zero death day over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Sunday.
Iran tolerates no interference in its policies, technological, defense programs: Kanaani ISNA 11 Dec 2022 -- Spokesman for the Iranian Foreign Ministry Nasser Kanaani condemned the baseless allegations in the final communiqué issued at the 43rd session of the Supreme Council of the Persian Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).
Iran summons UK envoy over "meddlesome" remarks, sanctions People's Daily 11 Dec 2022 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry on Saturday summoned the British ambassador over the "meddlesome" remarks of some British officials regarding Iran's internal affairs and the imposition of sanctions against a number of Iranian nationals.
Tehran reacts to Australia's move to impose sanctions on some Iranian individuals, institutions ISNA 11 Dec 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani has condemned the Australian government's move to impose sanctions on some Iranian individuals and institutions, saying that the decision by Australia is an example of interference in Iran's internal affairs and incitement and promotion of violence and hate-mongering.
Iran condemns Australia's sanctions as interference in internal affairs People's Daily 11 Dec 2022 -- Iran on Saturday condemned Australia's sanctions on Iranian individuals and institutions, saying they represent the country's interference in Iran's internal affairs.
Iran says will never compromise on national integrity; reaffirms sovereignty over Persian Gulf islands Press TV 10 Dec 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has once again reaffirmed that the three islands in the Persian Gulf are eternal parts of the country's territory, emphasizing that the Islamic Republic will never compromise on its territorial integrity.
Russia rules out charges on arms delivery from Iran IRNA 10 Dec 2022 -- The industrial and military complex of the Russian Federation is capable of achieving the objectives without asking other countries to supply aid, a Russian envoy said.
Iran One of Russia's Top Military Backers, UK Says VOA 10 Dec 2022 -- Iran has become one of Russia's top military backers since the invasion of Ukraine, according to the British Defense Ministry intelligence update posted on Twitter Saturday.
COVID-19 kills 6 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 10 Dec 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,658 with six more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Saturday.
FM spox rebukes Australia for imposing sanctions on Iranians IRNA 10 Dec 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani condemns the Australian government's attempts to impose sanctions on some individuals and entities of the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Australia's anti-Iran sanctions amount to interference in domestic affairs, spread of violence: Foreign Ministry spox Press TV 10 Dec 2022 -- Iran has slammed Australia for imposing sanctions on Iranian individuals and entities, saying the move is a clear example of meddling in the internal affairs of the Islamic Republic and inciting violence and hatred.
Iran summons British ambassador IRNA 10 Dec 2022 -- Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Saturday summoned the British ambassador to Tehran Simon Shercliff for interventionist remarks by British officials.
Raisi urges identifying assassination agents of Molavi Abdulvahed IRNA 10 Dec 2022 -- Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi on Saturday offered his condolences over the assassination of Molavi Abdulvahed Rigi and called on the security and law enforcement agencies to immediately identify the perpetrators of this crime.
IAEA Head Says 'Glimmer of Hope' Remains to Restore Dialogue on JCPOA Revival Sputnik 10 Dec 2022 -- There is still slight hope for the revival of dialogue on the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), also known as the Iranian nuclear deal, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi said on Saturday.
Targeted sanctions in response to Iranian and Russian human rights violations and invasion of Ukraine Australia MFA 10 Dec 2022 -- The Australian Government is imposing Magnitsky-style sanctions on 13 individuals and two entities involved in egregious human rights violations and abuses.
Saudi FM says Riyadh extends hand towards Iran for positive relationship, as Tehran warns of interference Press TV 10 Dec 2022 -- Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud says his country continues to extend its hand to Iran for a "positive relationship."
Saudi FM: Riyadh keeps on extending friendship hand towards Tehran IRNA 10 Dec 2022 -- Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal said on Friday night that Iran is a part of the region and our neighbor, and we will keep on extending our hand towards Tehran for cooperation.
Russia is perpetrating this war of aggression with weapons sourced from Iran: UK statement at the Security Council UK FCDO 09 Dec 2022 -- Statement delivered by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the Security Council briefing on Ukraine
Russia finds new source of catalysts in Iran as West stops trade Press TV 09 Dec 2022 -- Iran's deputy minister of petroleum and the CEO of National Petrochemical Company (NPC) says Russia has used nearly one ton of Iranian-made petrochemical catalysts in its petrochemical complexes, noting that their demand for new purchases is rising despite the US sanctions against the Islamic Republic.
The United States Imposes Sanctions on Russian Entities Involved in UAV Deal With Iran US Dept. of State 09 Dec 2022 -- "Today, we are imposing sanctions on three Russian entities connected to Moscow's growing military relationship with Tehran - a relationship that includes the transfer of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) from Iran. The Kremlin is deploying these UAVs against Ukraine, including in large-scale attacks on civilian infrastructure."
COVID-19 kills 1 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 09 Dec 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,652 with two more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Friday.
Iran and Russia's 'sordid deals' threaten global security: Foreign Secretary's statement UK FCDO 09 Dec 2022 -- Foreign Secretary James Cleverly has called out 'sordid deals' between Russia and Iran as threats to global security.
States responsible to stand against lawlessness, riots: Iran FM spox. IRNA 09 Dec 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has explained that effective and preventive measures in the face of any kind of lawlessness, riots, and promotion of unrest in the society are among the obvious responsibilities of the governments.
Iran slams West's double standards, says maintaining security primary duty Press TV 09 Dec 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman has slammed the new wave of "meddlesome" remarks by certain Western governments over the execution of a rioter, saying the West, which itself does not shy away from cracking down on protests, cannot act as a defender of the rights of others.
Enemy's Daesh-like attacks against Islamic Revolution show extent of its hatred: Raeisi Press TV 09 Dec 2022 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi says enemies launched "Daesh-like" attacks against the Iranian people and the Islamic Revolution during the recent riots, stressing that perpetrators of the attacks against the Iranian security forces will be soon brought to justice.
Brother Of Iranian Doctor Handed Death Sentence Says Wife's Confession Came After She Was Tortured RFE/RL 09 Dec 2022 -- The brother of Iranian doctor Hamid Qarahasanlou says interrogators severly tortured his brother's wife to extract a confession from her against her husband as security forces looked to pin the blame on protesters for the death of a member of the Basij paramilitary force during nationwide demonstrations.
UK summons Iranian Chargé d'Affaires after Iranian regime executes protestor UK FCDO 09 Dec 2022 -- The UK government summoned the Iranian Chargé d'Affaires on 8 December following the execution of a protestor.
Iran Government Vows to Execute More Protesters VOA 09 Dec 2022 -- One day after announcing the execution of an anti-government protester, Iranian state media said Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and other government officials pledged to continue to crack down on unrest in the country despite widespread condemnation from the West.
Belgian Court Halts Prisoner Exchange Treaty with Iran VOA 09 Dec 2022 -- Belgium's Supreme Court has prohibited the implementation of a prisoner exchange treaty with Iran.
US shocked that sanctions produce 'defense partnership' between Russia and Iran Press TV 09 Dec 2022 -- The White House has expressed shock over a "full-scale defense partnership" between Russia and Iran, both targets of illegal US sanctions.
Iran and Russia's 'sordid deals' threaten global security: Foreign Secretary's statement UK FCDO 09 Dec 2022 -- Foreign Secretary James Cleverly has called out 'sordid deals' between Russia and Iran as threats to global security.
U.S. Imposes Sanctions On Turkish Businessman Over Iran Oil Trade RFE/RL 09 Dec 2022 -- The United States has blacklisted prominent Turkish businessman Sitki Ayan for allegedly operating a trading network that facilitated oil sales on behalf of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC).
Joint Statement by Canada and United States on the Human Rights Situation in Iran US Dept. of State 09 Dec 2022
Canada sanctions 22 Iranian individuals IRNA 09 Dec 2022 -- While Canada is accused of wide-ranging human rights abuses and killing of indigenous peoples, Ottawa on Friday imposed sanctions against 22 Iranian individuals accusing them of human rights violations.
Canada imposes new sanctions on Russian, Iranian and Myanmar regimes Canada 09 Dec 2022 -- Today, on the eve of Human Rights Day, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced that Canada is imposing measures on those complicit in gross and systematic human rights violations in Russia, Iran and Myanmar.
IRGC's Intelligence Organization identifies, arrests ringleaders of anti-Iran groups in Qom, Ardabil Press TV 09 Dec 2022 -- The Intelligence Organization of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has arrested a number of the ringleaders of counter-revolution groups involved in recent riots in the holy city of Qom and the northwestern Province of Ardabil.
Tehran tells West to stop hosting anti-Iran terrorists Press TV 09 Dec 2022 -- The Foreign Ministry advises the West to rather stop hosting anti-Iran terrorists instead of portraying the Islamic Republic's response to recent Western-backed riots inside the country in a bad light.
Iran FM: West's unchecked arms supply to Ukraine further complicates situation Press TV 08 Dec 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has reiterated the Islamic Republic's strong opposition to the war in Ukraine, saying the West's unchecked delivery of weapons to Kiev has further complicated the situation in the former Soviet country.
COVID-19 kills 2 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 08 Dec 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,651 with two more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Thursday.
Iran Carries Out First Execution of Arrested Protester VOA 08 Dec 2022 -- Iran has announced the first execution of a protester convicted for his role in the ongoing wave of anti-government protests.
Outrage Follows Iran's Execution of Protester VOA 08 Dec 2022 -- International outrage met Iran's announcement Thursday of the first execution of a young man convicted for his role in the ongoing wave of anti-government protests.
Iran Carries Out First Execution Of Amini Protester Despite Outcry From West, Rights Groups RFE/RL 08 Dec 2022 -- Iran has carried out its first execution of a protester from the unrest sparked by the death of Mahsa Amini, carrying out a death sentence handed to a man who was accused of "warfare" for allegedly injuring a security officer.
Iran: Statement by the Spokesperson on the execution of Mohsen Shekari European External Action Service (EEAS) 08 Dec 2022 -- Today, 23-year old Mohsen Shekari was executed after being arrested and sentenced to death in connection with the ongoing protests in Iran. The European Union condemns his execution in the strongest possible terms.
Iran: UN rights experts condemn protestor's execution, raise alarm over detained artists UN News 08 Dec 2022 -- More than a dozen UN-appointed independent human rights experts on Thursday condemned the execution of a 23-year-old Iranian artist convicted for taking part in protests, and raised general alarm over any charges that are made which carry the death penalty.
Iran's Chief Of Police Threatens Harsher Crackdown On Protesters RFE/RL 08 Dec 2022 -- The chief of Iran's Law Enforcement Command has threatened to crack down more decisively on protesters as Iran enters its fourth month of unrest touched off in mid-September by the death of a young woman in police custody over how she was wearing a head scarf.
Iranian Shopkeepers Clash With Police Trying To Seal Shops Closed RFE/RL 08 Dec 2022 -- Following the call for three days of nationwide strikes in Iran, shopkeepers in the western Iranian city of Sanandaj have clashed with police forces who came to seal the strikers' shops on December 8.
A 'Martyr's' Death: Iranian Security Forces Attempt To Cast Protester They Shot As Their Hero RFE/RL 08 Dec 2022 -- Five Iranian security officers pounced on a young protester after he fell to the ground, beating him severely. As a crowd approached to intervene, one officer held a gun to the man's head, threatening to shoot him if anyone came closer.
VOA Interview: Javaid Rehman VOA 08 Dec 2022 -- The execution of 23-year-old Mohsen Shekari was horrifying and shocking, says Javaid Rehman, the United Nations Special Rapporteur for Human Rights in Iran. In an exclusive interview with VOA's Persian Service conducted Thursday via Skype, Rehman, who was in Britain, urged the Iranian government and the people of Iran to follow and respect the universal declarations and provisions on human rights.
VOA Interview: Mahmoud Moradkhani VOA 08 Dec 2022 -- The VOA Persian service spoke with Mahmoud Moradkhani, son of Badri Hosseini Khamenei, the estranged sister of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, and nephew of the supreme leader.
Joint Statement Through the Global Partnership for Action on Gender-Based Online Harassment and Abuse on Standing with the Women and Girls of Iran US Dept. of State 08 Dec 2022 -- The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America, Australia, Canada, Chile, Iceland, New Zealand, Republic of Korea, Sweden, and the United Kingdom.
US sanctions 5 persons, 26 companies for allegedly 'facilitating Iran oil sales' Press TV 08 Dec 2022 -- The United States has imposed sanctions on five people, including a Turkish businessman, and 26 companies for allegedly facilitating oil sales on behalf of Iran.
Designating a Network of Iranian Oil Sanctions Evaders US Dept. of State 08 Dec 2022 -- Today, the United States is designating an international oil smuggling and money laundering network led by businessman Sitki Ayan for providing support to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force (IRGC-QF) and Lebanese Hizballah, under counterterrorism sanctions authorities.
Treasury Targets Sanctions Evasion Network Generating Hundreds of Millions of Dollars for Qods Force Oil Sales US Treasury 08 Dec 2022 -- Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is designating a sanctions evasion network led by businessman Sitki Ayan that has facilitated the sale of hundreds of millions of dollars' worth of oil for Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force (IRGC-QF).
Iranian President considers gov't-university relationship necessity ISNA 07 Dec 2022 -- Referring to the continuous communication between the government and the student community of the country in all days of the year, the Iranian President said, "I consider the communication between the government and the university to be a necessity and I truly believe that the university, as the think tank of the government, can help the government in solving the country's problems ".
Ukraine warns Iran of "consequences" of arms supplies to Russia People's Daily 07 Dec 2022 -- Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba on Tuesday warned Iran of the "consequences" of the arms supplies to Russia, the Ukrainian government-run Ukrinform news agency reported.
COVID-19 kills 1 more Iranian over past 24 hours IRNA 07 Dec 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,649 with one more Iranian killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Wednesday.
Iranian Students Say They Were Beaten Back Ahead Of Speech By Raisi At Tehran University RFE/RL 07 Dec 2022 -- Students at Tehran University say they were beaten back by security forces as they tried to hold a protest as President Ebrahim Raisi arrived to deliver a speech amid anti-government unrest that has rocked the country since the September death of a young woman while in police custody for allegedly wearing a head scarf improperly.
Iran Sentences Five Protesters To Death Over Alleged Involvement In Basij Officer's Death RFE/RL 07 Dec 2022 -- Iran's judiciary has sentenced to death five people - including one who is in the hospital recovering after reportedly being tortured - over the killing of a member of the Basij paramilitary force during nationwide protests.
Sister Of Iran's Supreme Leader Pens Open Letter Hoping For End To 'Tyranny' Of Brother's Rule RFE/RL 07 Dec 2022 -- Badri Hosseini Khamenei, the estranged sister of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has criticized her brother and his "despotic caliphate" in an open letter in which she also says she hopes to see him overthrown.
Sister of Iran's Supreme Leader Condemns Crackdown on Protesters VOA 07 Dec 2022 -- A sister of Iran's supreme leader has condemned the crackdown on protesters in Iran and called on the Revolutionary Guard to stand down, according to a letter published by her son in France.
Americans seeking to have Iran destroyed: Raisi IRNA 07 Dec 2022 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has slammed the United States for its offering of support to riots in Iran, saying people in the country were vigilant enough to prevent the Americans from carrying out their plots.
US can't withstand strong Iran, seeking to have it in ruins just like Syria, Afghanistan: President Raeisi Press TV 07 Dec 2022 -- Iranian President Ehrabim Raeisi has lambasted the United States for its hostile and seditious plots against the Islamic Republic, stating that Washington does not want the country to be strong and prosperous, and indeed spares no effort to wreak havoc and destruction on it.
US Accuses Iran of 'Unsafe Interaction' in Hormuz Gulf - Central Command Sputnik 07 Dec 2022 -- A naval vessel operated by the Iran Revolutionary Guard Corps interacted in an unsafe manner with a US patrol vessel in international waters in the Gulf of Hormuz, the Central Command (CENTCOM) said.
Unsafe and Unprofessional Action by IRGCN Vessel in the Strait of Hormuz CENTCOM 06 Dec 2022 -- An Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy patrol boat interacted in an unsafe and unprofessional manner as U.S. Navy ships transited the Strait of Hormuz, the evening of Dec. 5.
COVID-19 kills 3 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 06 Dec 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,648 with three more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Tuesday.
Iranian FM says U.S. anti-Tehran "media uproar" aimed at plundering Iran's oil, energy People's Daily 07 Dec 2022 -- The Iranian foreign minister said Tuesday that the United States is after Iran's oil and energy and has caused a "media uproar" to this end, according to Iranian Students' News Agency.
IRGC Comdr: Iran using all up-to-dated military technologies IRNA 06 Dec 2022 -- Chief Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Hossein Salaami said that Iran masters all the weapons and military technologies, from aerospace and drones to electronic warfare, and quantum using domestic knowledge.
Iran has nearly four decades of experience in building drones IRNA 06 Dec 2022 -- Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Baqeri on Tuesday highlighted domestic capability for making unmanned aerial vehicles and said the country has 39 years of experience in designing and building drones.
Protesters in Iran Press On with 3-Day National Strike VOA 06 Dec 2022 -- Protesters in Iran held a second day of a three-day strike as part of a wave of civil unrest triggered by the September death of an Iranian Kurdish woman who had been detained by the country's morality police.
Iranian Sunni Cleric Says He Has Received Reports Of Sexual Assaults On Female Prisoners RFE/RL 06 Dec 2022 -- Iran's top Sunni cleric, a vocal critic of the government, says he has received reports of sexual assaults on female prisoners in Iranian prisons.
Iranian Lawmaker Says Government Is Seeking Alternative Punishments For Hijab Violators RFE/RL 06 Dec 2022 -- A member of the Iranian parliament has unveiled the government's plan for alternative punishments - including financial ones - to try and force women to wear a hijab in public despite massive protests across the country over the issue.
Iran Rebroadcasts 'Confessions,' Raising Fears Four Kurds May Have Been Executed RFE/RL 06 Dec 2022 -- Iranian state television has aired for the second time the "confessions" of four Kurdish political prisoners -- admissions their families and supporters say were coerced -- raising fears that they may have been executed.
US makes in vain efforts to turn Iranian universities into political haunts for enemies IRNA 06 Dec 2022 -- The spokesman for the Islamic Republic's Judiciary announced on Tuesday that the US efforts to turn the Iranian universities into political hangouts for the enemies are doomed to failure.
Iran VP: West acting dictatorially under name of women's rights IRNA 06 Dec 2022 -- Iran's Vice-President for Women and Family Affairs Ensiyeh Khazali has criticized the US over its push for removing Iran from the UN Commission on the Status of Women, saying that they are acting dictatorially under the name of women's rights.
Iran uses new methods, discovers new oil reserves IRNA 06 Dec 2022 -- The National Iranian Oil Company has used modern methods developed by knowledge-based companies to discover new oil reserves in southwestern Iran, an official said.
Iran discovers new oil reserves in hydrocarbon-rich southwest Press TV 06 Dec 2022 -- Iran has discovered new oil reserves in the country's southwest, the details of which will be announced by Minister of Petroleum Javad Owji in the near future, the National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) says.
Russia urges US to lift anti-Iran sanctions 'irreversibly' IRNA 06 Dec 2022 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has called on the United States to remove all unlawful sanctions imposed against Iran "as soon as possible and irreversibly."
National interests 'our red line' in JCPOA revival talks: Amir-Abdollahian Press TV 06 Dec 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says Iran would only accept a 'sustainable agreement' that would secure its red lines in the course of talks to revive the 2015 nuclear deal, which was unilaterally abandoned by the United States three years after its conclusion.
Supreme Leader: Islamic Revolution changed mindset of "We can't" to "We can" IRNA 06 Dec 2022 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei said on Tuesday that the Islamic Revolution changed the mindset of "We can't" to "We can".
Intelligence forces dismantle terrorist teams in Iran IRNA 06 Dec 2022 -- Iran's Intelligence Ministry in a statement announced that the country's security forces have disbanded several "operational cells" affiliated with the terrorist Mujahedin-e-Khalq Organization (MKO) across the country.
IRGC busts network tied to German, Dutch saboteurs IRNA 06 Dec 2022 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has arrested members of a sabotage network that were instructed by anti-Revolution elements based in Germany and in the Netherlands.
Iran's intelligence forces bust several MKO-linked terrorist cells in Tehran, Esfahan, Kordestan Press TV 06 Dec 2022 -- Iran's intelligence forces have identified and dismantled several operative cells affiliated with the Mujahedin-e-Khalq Organization (MKO) terrorist group in the provinces of Tehran, Esfahan and Kordestan.
COVID-19 kills 5 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 05 Dec 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,645 with five more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Monday.
No foreign aircraft carriers in Persian Gulf thanks to Iran's presence: Top general Press TV 05 Dec 2022 -- Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Baqeri says Iran's powerful presence in the Persian Gulf region has prevented foreign aircraft carriers from maintaining a foothold in the strategic region.
Exclusive: Western states lay down conditions for withdrawing support for anti-Iran riots Press TV 05 Dec 2022 -- A high-ranking Iranian security official says certain Western countries sponsoring and provoking recent deadly riots in Iran have hinted at withdrawing support for the unrest provided that Tehran fully complies with their conditions.
Mission Of Iran's Morality Police Has Ended, But New Methods Sought To Enforce Hijab Law -- Spokesman RFE/RL 05 Dec 2022 -- The spokesman for Iran's morality police said that the mission of the police unit has ended but new methods should be used to enforce the country's mandatory hijab law.
Iranian Official Appears To Admit To Killing Of Women And Children on Audio File RFE/RL 05 Dec 2022 -- A leaked audio file from the Iranian pro-regime Coalition Council of Islamic Revolution Forces, appears to show the secretary of the council admitting to the accidental killing of women and children during a bloody crackdown in the southeastern city of Zahedan on September 30.
Angry Iranians Launch Three-Day Protest As More Death Sentences Issued RFE/RL 05 Dec 2022 -- Iranian protesters have begun three consecutive days of protests and nationwide strikes as the judiciary continues to follow through on a government crackdown by issuing three more death sentences in its response to unrest sparked by the death of a young woman while in police custody for allegedly wearing a head scarf improperly.
Protesters in Iran Begin 3-Day National Strike VOA 05 Dec 2022 -- Protesters in Iran began a three-day strike on Monday as part of a wave of civil unrest triggered by the September death of an Iranian Kurdish woman who had been detained by the country's morality police.
US Envoy: Iran Should Not Be Member of UN Commission on Women VOA 05 Dec 2022 -- The U.S. ambassador to the United Nations has again emphasized her opposition to Iran's participation on the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women.
IRGC: No mercy will be shown to rioters, thugs, terrorists serving Iran's enemies Press TV 05 Dec 2022 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has commended the Judiciary for its firm treatment of a number of rioters affiliated with the Israeli spy agency, saying no mercy will be shown to rioters, thugs and terrorists serving the country's enemies.
Iran will not negotiate under pressure and threat: Spokesman IRNA 05 Dec 2022 -- Spokesman of the Iranian Foreign Ministry Nasser Kanaani says the country will not negotiate the revival of its 2015 nuclear deal with world powers, known as the JCPOA, under pressure and threats.
Iran won't negotiate under pressure, threat ISNA 05 Dec 2022 -- American officials well know that Iran will neither negotiate nor make concessions under pressure and threats, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani stressed.
Iran will not negotiate under 'pressure and threats': FM spokesman Press TV 05 Dec 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman has reiterated the Islamic Republic's commitment to the talks aimed at reviving the 2015 nuclear deal with world powers but made it clear that Tehran is not willing to negotiate under pressure and threats.
Russia FM urges swift, irreversible lifting of all 'illegal' US sanctions against Iran Press TV 05 Dec 2022 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov says the United States must swiftly and irreversibly remove all "illegal" sanctions it has imposed on Iran.
Iranian FM holds consultations with Europe-based envoys ISNA 05 Dec 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian who, at the invitation of his Serbian counterpart, is on an official visit to Serbia, held consultations with the Europe-based ambassadors of the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Iran accuses U.S. of "seeking to cause chaos" to force concessions in nuke talks People's Daily 05 Dec 2022 -- The Iranian foreign minister on Sunday accused the United States, along with some other Western countries, of "seeking to cause chaos" in Iran to force its concessions in the talks on reviving a 2015 nuclear deal.
Iran accuses Western officials of "false human rights gestures" People's Daily 05 Dec 2022 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman on Sunday condemned officials of some Western countries for making "false human rights gestures" by "dividing terrorism into good and bad."
COVID-19 kills 3 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 04 Dec 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,640 with three more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Sunday.
Iran's top general highlights significant decrease in presence of extra-regional fleets Press TV 04 Dec 2022 -- Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Baqeri has underscored the high maritime security of the Persian Gulf region, saying there has been a significant decrease in the presence of extra-regional fleets in the strategic area as a result.
IRGC forces only 'a kilometer away' from terrorists in Iraqi Kurdistan: Colonel Press TV 04 Dec 2022 -- A commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the elite forces are very close to the positions of terrorist groups in the Iraqi Kurdistan Region but they will strike the terrorists only if they attack first.
Iran Reportedly Shuts Down 'Morality Police' Amid Protests RFE/RL 04 Dec 2022 -- Iran has cancelled its dreaded "morality police" in the wake of continuing protests following the September death in police custody of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini, the country's chief prosecutor has said.
Iran Morality Police May Have Been Shut Down, But No Official Word VOA 04 Dec 2022 -- Iran's public prosecutor said Sunday that Tehran has shut down the country's controversial morality police, although there was no immediate confirmation from the Interior Ministry that oversees the police unit.
4 rioters convicted of links to Mossad executed in Iran IRNA 04 Dec 2022 -- Iran's judiciary has announced that four rioters convicted of links to the Zionist regime of Israel's intelligence service Mossad were executed early on Sunday.
Russia hopes US will return to revival of JCPOA, Source says IRNA 04 Dec 2022 -- Moscow hopes that Washington can demonstrate more substantially its commitment to reviving the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) and fixing past errors, a high-ranking Russian diplomatic source told Sputnik on Sunday.
US sanctions preventing Iran from paying dues to OPEC: Minister Press TV 04 Dec 2022 -- Iran's Oil Minister Javad Owji says the country has been prevented from paying its dues to the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) because of US sanctions.
Iran begins construction of new nuclear power plant People's Daily 04 Dec 2022 -- Iran began on Saturday the construction of a new nuclear power plant in its southwestern province of Khuzestan, Nour news agency reported.
AEOI chief announces construction of nuclear power plant in Khuzestan Press TV 03 Dec 2022 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) has announced the start of construction operation for a nuclear plant in the southwestern province of Khuzestan, praising the country's remarkable progress in development of nuclear power plants.
COVID-19 kills 3 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 03 Dec 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,637 with three more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Saturday.
Iran proved progress is possible without US, JCPOA: Minister IRNA 03 Dec 2022 -- Iran's Interior Minister Ahmad Vahidi says the current administrative government that came to office more than a year ago proved the country can advance without waiting for the outcome of talks with the US and other world powers to revive a 2015 nuclear deal, known as the JCPOA.
EU's Borrell, Iran's FM discuss latest situation of JCPOA talks IRNA 03 Dec 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian and European Union's Foreign Policy Chief Josep Borrell have held a phone call on the latest developments of negotiations for removal of anti-Iran sanctions.
Iran FM, UN chief discuss JCPOA, regional issues IRNA 03 Dec 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian and the UN Secretary-General António Guterres have held talks over the phone on the events in Iran, Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), and regional cooperation, spokesperson for the UN chief announced.
Iran sanctions eight Canadian individuals, entity in reciprocal measure Press TV 03 Dec 2022 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry has imposed retaliatory sanctions on a Canadian entity and several individuals over their support for terrorism and acts of violence against the country.
Iran FM: War in Ukraine rooted in NATO's eastward expansion IRNA 02 Dec 2022 -- The war in Ukraine has roots in the wrong policy of NATO's expansion to the east, said Iran's Minister of Foreign Affairs Hossein Amir Abdollahian in a telephone conversation with Secretary-General of the United Nations Antonio Guterres on Friday, adding that the claims about Iran sending weapons to Russia for use in the war in Ukraine is a baseless accusation.
Iran registers one more zero COVID-19 death in 24 hours IRNA 02 Dec 2022 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran stayed unchanged at 144,634 with another zero death day over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Friday.
Terrorists opened fire on civilians to implicate government in killings: Iran MP Press TV 02 Dec 2022 -- The head of the Iranian Parliament's foreign relations subcommittee says Western-backed terrorists used firearms to shoot at security forces and civilians to implicate the Iranian government in the killings.
Iranian Students Accuse Authorities Of Poisoning After Spate Of Incidents RFE/RL 02 Dec 2022 -- Several Iranian student associations have accused authorities of deliberate "serial poisoning" after reports that a large number of students from at least four Iranian universities across the country fell ill.
Canada imposes additional sanctions on the Iranian regime Canada 02 Dec 2022 -- The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing additional sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations.
Ulyanov: Iranian, Russian deputy FMs meet on nuclear agreement IRNA 02 Dec 2022 -- Head of Russian delegation in JCPOA negotiations Mikhail Ulyanov said on Friday that the Iranian and Russian deputy foreign ministers have meet and discussed over nuclear agreement.
Iran navy to be equipped with super-heavy submarines: Cmdr. IRNA 02 Dec 2022 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran Navy is scheduled to be equipped with super-heavy submarines in the near future, an Iranian navy commander said.
US begged for release of vessels seized in Red Sea: Cmdr. IRNA 02 Dec 2022 -- The American officials begged Iran to release their vessels, which were confiscated in the Red Sea, and they have never dared to enter the region, an Iranian navy commander revealed.
US begged for release of vessels seized in Red Sea: Iran Navy commander Press TV 02 Dec 2022 -- Iranian Navy Commander Rear Admiral Shahram Irani says the Americans begged Iran to release their vessels, which were confiscated in the Red Sea in late August, stressing that the Americans have not dared to enter the region again ever since.
Iran asked Iraqi Kurdistan to extradite terrorists: IRGC general Press TV 02 Dec 2022 -- A commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says Iran has already asked Iraq's semi-autonomous Kurdistan Region to dismantle terrorist groups and hand over terrorists to the Islamic Republic.
Iran: Accusations of weapons sales to Russia aim to 'legitimize' Western arms flow into Ukraine Press TV 02 Dec 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has once again rejected claims about the Islamic Republic's arms sales to Russia to be used in the ongoing war against Ukraine, saying such allegations are aimed at legitimizing the West's military assistance to Kiev.
Biden's Reaction to Unrest in China, Iran, Questioned by Critics VOA 01 Dec 2022 -- With major street protests erupting in Iran and China in recent weeks, U.S. President Joe Biden's administration is facing questions about its response to the unrest roiling two of the most significant U.S. adversaries.
Iran posts single Covid death in past 24 hours IRNA 01 Dec 2022 -- Iran's Health Ministry on Thursday announced that one person had died due to COVID-19 over the past 24 hours.
IRGC chief cmdr. says Iran is making progress IRNA 01 Dec 2022 -- Chief Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Hossein Salami said on Thursday that Iran is on the path of progress and is afraid of no one, because the country is powerful and has a great leader who directs it towards further progress in light of divine teachings.
President Raeisi: Enemy made 'scandalous miscalculation' in instigating riots; Iranian nation thwarted plots Press TV 01 Dec 2022 -- President Ebrahim Raeisi says the enemy made a "scandalous miscalculation" by instigating the recent riots over the death of a young woman of Kurdish descent in Iran, but the Iranian nation thwarted their plots to stoke insecurity and chaos across the country.
Iran Hands Death Sentences To Four Accused Of Collaborating With Israel RFE/RL 01 Dec 2022 -- Iran has sentenced to death four people accused of collaborating with Israel, the semiofficial Mehr News agency reported.
Leaked Document Says Iranian Leadership Is Seeking To Discredit Sunni Cleric RFE/RL 01 Dec 2022 -- A leaked document from the hard-line Fars news agency says Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has told security and military officials to try and disgrace a top Sunni cleric, who is a vocal critic of the government, instead of arresting him.
Army chief: Iran fully ready to counter any foreign threat Press TV 01 Dec 2022 -- The chief commander of the Iranian Army say the country's Armed Forces are fully prepared to take on any foreign threat that could be facing the Islamic Republic.
Israel, U.S. conclude joint exercises simulating attacks on Iran People's Daily 01 Dec 2022 -- Israel said on Wednesday that it completed large-scale exercises with the U.S. Armed Forces that simulated strikes on the Iranian nuclear program.
Iran summons French envoy over FM's "unacceptable" remarks People's Daily 01 Dec 2022 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry on Wednesday summoned Nicolas Roche, the French ambassador to Tehran, over the French foreign minister's "unacceptable" remarks in France's National Assembly.

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