February 2023 - Iran Special Weapons News

Iran registers no COVID-19 death in 24 hours IRNA 28 Feb 2023 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran stayed unchanged at 144,845 with another zero death day over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Tuesday.
Russia's Gazprom chief in Tehran for high-level energy talks Press TV 28 Feb 2023 -- CEO of Russia's state energy company Gazprom Alexey Miller has arrived in the Iranian capital Tehran to hold high-level talks on joint projects between the two countries.
Domestically-developed air defense systems shoot down targets at Iranian drills IRNA 28 Feb 2023 -- "Dezful" defense system of IRGC aerospace force and "Majid" defense system of the Iranian Army successfully shot down the targets at the joint air defense military drills on Tuesday.
Iranian Army conducts military drills with air defense systems ISNA 28 Feb 2023 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran Army on Tuesday has conducted successful military drills in which certain Iranian air defense systems could attack definite targets.
Iran's two new homegrown air defense systems successfully destroy targets in military drills Press TV 28 Feb 2023 -- The two new homegrown air defense systems of Iran's Armed Forces have successfully intercepted and destroyed pre-determined targets in the ongoing large-scale military drills in the country's northwestern, western and central regions.
Targets destroyed by domestic missile system in drills IRNA 28 Feb 2023 -- During the joint air defense military drills Defenders of Velayat Sky 1401, the targets were destroyed by a domestic missile system.
Russian Helicopters for Iran: Expert Says Tehran May Acquire Ka-52 and Mi-28 Sputnik 28 Feb 2023 -- Russia has made significant progress in manufacturing state-of the-art helicopters, which are used for a variety of purposes, Mohammad Hassan Sangtrash, an Iranian weapons designer and researcher of security and defense strategies in international relations, told Sputnik.
Pentagon: Iran a 'Global Challenge' Due to Alliance with Russia VOA 28 Feb 2023 -- The United States and its allies are moving to treat Iran as a global threat, warning that its growing alliance with Russia — and cooperation in the war on Ukraine — mean Tehran's destabilizing activities will pose a greater danger than ever before.
At Disarmament Conference, Iran FM says JCPOA status quo, product of US policies, miscalculations Press TV 28 Feb 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has blamed the United States for the stalemate in talks aimed at reviving the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, officially known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), saying the current situation is due to Washington's policies and miscalculations.
U.N. Nuclear Watchdog Confirms Inspectors Found Particles Of Near Weapons-Grade Uranium In Iran RFE/RL 28 Feb 2023 -- Inspectors from the United Nations nuclear watchdog found uranium particles enriched up to nearly 84 percent in Iran's underground Fordow uranium enrichment site, International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director-General Rafael Grossi confirmed on February 28.
Iran warns against any possible unwise decision by IAEA Board of Governors ISNA 28 Feb 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian stressed that it is regrettable that the international community's call for nuclear disarmament and the compliance of the Nuclear Weapon States with their disarmament obligations has not been realized.
Iran's FM, UN's Guterres discuss sanctions removal talks, return of all parties to JCPOA ISNA 28 Feb 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian held talks with UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres as he continued diplomatic consultations and negotiations with his counterparts and high-ranking officials participating in the 52nd Conference of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva.
Another Group Of Iranian Pupils Falls Ill; Lawmaker Calls For Investigation RFE/RL 28 Feb 2023 -- An Iranian member of parliament has acknowledged reports of several groups of female students falling ill in at least 15 cities, with many being hospitalized in recent months.
Iran's Former Crown Prince Says Fall Of Regime Would Have Global Effect RFE/RL 28 Feb 2023 -- Reza Pahlavi, the former crown prince of Iran, says the fall of the Islamic republic and the establishment of a democratic government would not only liberate Iranians from the tyranny of a "terrorist regime," but also benefit global peace and stability and ensure the interests of the international community.
Army, IRGC air defense units launch large-scale drills covering two-thirds of Iran airspace Press TV 28 Feb 2023 -- Iran's Armed Forces have launched a large-scale military exercise featuring the country's domestically-developed air defense missile systems, radars, electronic warfare devices, communication systems and an integrated air defense network.
Iran Hands Over Afghan Embassy in Tehran to Taliban VOA 27 Feb 2023 -- Iran has handed the Afghan embassy in Tehran over to the Taliban, becoming the latest country to accept Taliban-appointed diplomats without recognizing their 18-month-old government in Kabul.
COVID-19 kills 3 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 27 Feb 2023 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,845 with three more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Monday.
Iranian Steelworkers Union Says Several Striking Members Arrested RFE/RL 27 Feb 2023 -- The Free Union of Iranian Workers says several workers at the Isfahan Steel Company have been arrested in recent days amid rallies in the area of the industrial complex over their conditions.
Iran Forces Female Students To Attend Sessions On Wearing Hijab RFE/RL 27 Feb 2023 -- An Iranian academic group says dozens of female students have been forced to participate in "mandatory counseling sessions" for failing to "properly" observe the country's mandatory hijab law.
Brazil defies US pressure, allows Iranian warships to dock in Rio IRNA 27 Feb 2023 -- Two Iranian warships have docked in Brazil after the government of President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva granted them permission despite pressure from the United States to bar them.
Brazil allows Iranian flotilla to dock in Rio de Janeiro despite US pressure to bar them Press TV 27 Feb 2023 -- The government of Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has allowed a flotilla comprised of two Iranian warships to dock in Rio de Janeiro, ignoring mounting pressure from the United States to bar them.
Canada sanctions IRGC members, Iran's law enforcement officials over rights violations claims Press TV 27 Feb 2023 -- Canada has imposed additional sanctions on Iran, targeting the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) and law enforcement forces over what Ottawa claims to be systematic human rights violations.
Canada Slaps Sanctions On Dozen Iranian Officials Linked to IRGC, Law Enforcement RFE/RL 27 Feb 2023 -- The Canadian government has imposed sanctions on 12 senior officials from Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and Law Enforcement Forces (LEF) for "gross violations of human rights" in a deadly crackdown on protesters angered by the death of a young woman while in police custody for allegedly wearing a head scarf improperly.
Iran FM, UN chief hold talks in Geneva IRNA 27 Feb 2023 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian met with UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres in Geneva on Monday on the sidelines of the 52nd regular session of the UN Human Rights Council.
Iran still engaged in JCPOA revival talks: FM IRNA 27 Feb 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian says Iran has not distanced itself from negotiations aimed at reviving a 2015 deal on Iran's nuclear program, known as the JCPOA, adding that success in the talks will depend on the way the Americans deal with the issue in the future.
AEOI spokesman: IAEA director general to visit Iran in coming days Press TV 27 Feb 2023 -- The spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says the head of the UN nuclear watchdog will visit Iran in coming days on an official invitation from AEOI's chief, Mohammad Eslami.
China ready to contribute to all maritime projects in Iran: Official IRNA 27 Feb 2023 -- An Iranian official says China has declared its readiness to participate in all maritime projects in Iran.
Iran FM: HRC turned into foreign policy instrument of a handful of states led by US Press TV 27 Feb 2023 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has strongly criticized the United States and "a handful of states" led by Washington for manipulating the concept of human rights in line with their own political purposes.
Iran's rationale based on Americans' expulsion; US presence inflicts insecurity: IRGC Chief Press TV 27 Feb 2023 -- The chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has highlighted the destructive role played by the United States in the region, saying the Americans bring about insecurity wherever they set foot.
Iran, Iraq boosting security cooperation to counter 'common threats': Iran military chief Press TV 27 Feb 2023 -- Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Baqeri says Iran and Iraq are boosting security cooperation to ensure regional security and counter "common threats."
Iran always welcomes diplomacy, never distanced itself from negotiations: FM Press TV 27 Feb 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says the Islamic Republic has always been in favor of a diplomatic path to settlement of differences and never distanced itself from the negotiating table.
Iranian FM: Iran supports peace, opposes war/ Claims about Iranian drones against Ukraine false ISNA 26 Feb 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian said that the allegations about Iranian drones used against Ukraine are false.
Iran supports China's position on Ukraine crisis, says genuine diplomacy needed to end conflict Press TV 26 Feb 2023 -- Iran has declared its support for an initiative offered by China to help settle the ongoing crisis in Ukraine, saying it is time for genuine diplomacy to be activated to end the conflict between Moscow and Kiev.
Iran FM to West: Stop futile blame game, no Iran-made drone used in Ukraine Press TV 26 Feb 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has once again dismissed Western allegations that Iran has delivered drones to Russia to be used against Ukraine, saying the West must stop its pointless blame game against Tehran.
COVID-19 kills 7 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 26 Feb 2023 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,842 with seven more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Sunday.
President Raeisi: Iraq must not be used for plots, threats against neighbors Press TV 26 Feb 2023 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi says Iraq must not be used for plots and threats against its neighbors.
Major Gen Baqeri: Iran, Iraq faced with shared threats IRNA 26 Feb 2023 -- Head of Iran's Joint Chief of Staff said here on Sunday, "Region's status indicates that Iran and Iraq will jointly safeguard regional security, since both countries are faced with shared threats.
Army Commander: Security not an imported item IRNA 26 Feb 2023 -- Commander in Chief of Islamic Republic of Iran Army said in a meeting with visiting Iraq defense minister that security is not an imported item, and western countries' interference in countries is aimed at looting their wealth.
Iran eyes nuclear electricity for 20% of its energy needs IRNA 26 Feb 2023 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami said on Sunday that the country plans in the first step to secure a 20% share of the Iranian energy basket from nuclear electricity.
Iran can become 'nuclear hub', plans to export nuclear products: AEOI chief Press TV 26 Feb 2023 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says the country is capable of turning into a "nuclear hub" and plans to export nuclear products and technology to other countries.
Iran plans to export nuclear products: AEOI chief ISNA 26 Feb 2023 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami said, "We plan to export nuclear products".
Iran's rial rebounds from historic low amid heavier CBI intervention Press TV 26 Feb 2023 -- Iran's rial currency has rebounded from historic lows reported in recent days after the country's central bank intervened to control the prices in the market.
UK: Russia Running Low on Iranian Drones VOA 25 Feb 2023 -- Russia has likely depleted its supply of Iranian one-way-attack uncrewed aerial vehicles or OWA-UAVs, the British Defense Ministry said Saturday in an intelligence update.
COVID-19 kills 3 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 25 Feb 2023 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,835 with three more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Saturday.
IRGC cmdr.: Hypersonic cruise missiles to be developed IRNA 25 Feb 2023 -- The commander-in-chief of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Hossein Salami said on Saturday that hypersonic cruise missiles could be developed.
Gen. Salami: IRGC developing indigenous supersonic cruise missiles, can intercept satellites Press TV 25 Feb 2023 -- The chief commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says military experts at his force are now developing and manufacturing supersonic cruise missiles, adding that the specilaists are also capable of intercepting and tracking satellites with radars on the ground.
Iran Reveals Newly Developed Long-Range Missile With Mach 13 Top Speed Sputnik 25 Feb 2023 -- Iran says it has developed a long-range hypersonic missile capable of reaching any of the US regional military bases in the area.
Iran Army, IRGC to hold joint air defense maneuvers Press TV 25 Feb 2023 -- Iran's Army and the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) are set to stage joint air defense maneuvers aimed at bolstering their defenses against enemy threats to the country's skies.
Raeisi's visit 'monumental success' for developing Sino-Iranian cooperation: China Daily Press TV 25 Feb 2023 -- The state-run China Daily newspaper has lauded the recent official visit of Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi to the Asian country as a "monumental success" for bilateral cooperation between Tehran and Beijing.
COVID-19 kills 4 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 24 Feb 2023 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,832 with four more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Friday.
Iran likely to deliver missile system to Syria to boost air defenses Press TV 24 Feb 2023 -- Iranian and Syrian military officials have reportedly agreed on the delivery of missile systems to Damascus to boost the Arab country's air defenses amid increased Israeli air raids.
Iran-Russia defense cooperation not against any third party: FM spokesman Press TV 24 Feb 2023 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman says defense cooperation between Tehran and Moscow dates back to years before the start of the war in Ukraine, stressing that this cooperation is not against any third country.
Iran building 2,000 MW nuclear power plant in defiance of sanctions: Nuclear chief Press TV 24 Feb 2023 -- Iran's nuclear chief says a nuclear power plant in the southwestern province of Khuzestan aims to generate 2,000 megawatts of electricity, defying decades of sanctions that have targeted the country's peaceful nuclear program.
Mysterious Wave Of Sickness Hits Iranian Schoolgirls, Amid Speculation Over Poisoning RFE/RL 24 Feb 2023 -- Hundreds of schoolgirls have fallen sick and scores have been hospitalized in Iran's holy city of Qom in recent months, with some parents and officials suspecting they were poisoned.
Iranians Stage Protests At Graves Of Crackdown Victims, Call For Regime Change RFE/RL 24 Feb 2023 -- Iranian protesters have staged fresh anti-government demonstrations and called for regime change at the graves of protesters killed by security forces in the ongoing nationwide unrest that has rocked the country since the death of Mahsa Amini.
COVID-19 kills 4 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 23 Feb 2023 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,828 with four more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Thursday.
Hundreds Of Iranian Activists Sign Letter Condemning Prison Sentence For Academic RFE/RL 23 Feb 2023 -- Hundreds of Iranian political and civil activists have published a letter condemning the nine-year prison sentence handed to sociologist Saeed Madani for his writings on various aspects of society, saying it highlighted the lack of independence in Iran's judicial system.
Iranian Woman Expresses 'Regret' In Video Supporters Say Was Made Under Duress RFE/RL 23 Feb 2023 -- The female engineer whose video protesting the mandatory hijab at the Tehran Engineers Forum went viral on social media last week has expressed her "regret" in a video many of her supporters allege was made under duress.
Commander recounts feats achieved by IRGC Navy in line with Leader's call Press TV 23 Feb 2023 -- The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy of Iran recounts the numerous feats that have been achieved by the force in line with Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei's call on it to expand its maritime presence.
IAEA accusations 'politically motivated' to pressure Iran: Nuclear spox Press TV 23 Feb 2023 -- The never-ending reports by the UN nuclear agency making false, baseless accusations against Iran's nuclear program are "politically motivated" to put maximum pressure on Iran, according to the spokesman of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI).
COVID-19 kills 7 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 22 Feb 2023 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,824 with seven more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Wednesday.
'Meat Rebellion': Price Hike Triggers Public Anger In Iran RFE/RL 22 Feb 2023 -- A sudden hike in the price of red meat has triggered widespread public anger in Iran, where the troubled economy has sunk to new lows.
Activist Handed 18 Years In Prison After Calling For Iran's Supreme Leader To Resign RFE/RL 22 Feb 2023 -- Iranian activist Fatemeh Sepehri, an outspoken critic of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has been sentenced to a total of 18 years in prison after calling on him to resign.
Iran nuclear chief says IAEA officials in Tehran for negotiations IRNA 22 Feb 2023 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami said that the officials of the Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) have come to Tehran and started negotiations, visits, and investigations yesterday.
IAEA delegation investigating/ ambiguities getting resolved: AEOI chief ISNA 22 Feb 2023 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami on Wednesday said that the delegation of IAEA is in Tehran and they have started analyzing and investigating since yesterday.
Iran ready to finalize nuclear talks: FM Amirabdollahian IRNA 22 Feb 2023 -- Iran's Minister of Foreign Affairs has underscored that the Islamic Republic welcomes negotiations in line with diplomacy and the incumbent administration is prepared for the finalization of nuclear talks.
'Iran, IAEA in process of resolving ambiguities in agency's report' Press TV 22 Feb 2023 -- Iran's nuclear body chief says officials of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) are in Tehran and talks are underway to resolve ambiguities related to an "incorrect" report by the agency inspectors about Iran's nuclear program.
Germany Expels Iranian Diplomats in Response to Death Sentence for German Citizen VOA 22 Feb 2023 -- Germany announced Wednesday it is expelling two Iranian diplomats in response to Iran's sentencing a German national to death.
Tehran summons UK envoy over 'baseless' anti-Iran charges Press TV 22 Feb 2023 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry has summoned the British interim chargé d'affaires in Tehran to protest the UK government's policy of leveling unfounded accusations against the Islamic Republic and promoting Iranophobia.
Iran imposes sanctions on entities, individuals from EU, UK IRNA 22 Feb 2023 -- Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) of the Islamic Republic of Iran has issued a statement declaring the imposition of sanctions on eight British individuals as well as 13 entities and 15 individuals from the European Union.
Iran slaps "retaliatory" sanctions on EU, British individuals, entities People's Daily 22 Feb 2023 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry imposed Tuesday new sanctions on several individuals and entities of the European Union and Britain for "supporting terrorism and inciting violence."
Iran has thwarted US schemes to control West Asia: IRGC Quds Force chief Press TV 22 Feb 2023 -- The commander of the Quds Force of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the country has managed to thwart the United States' attempts to establish a foothold in West Asia and bring nations under its control.
COVID-19 kills 5 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 21 Feb 2023 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,817 with five more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Tuesday.
Iran, Russia emphasizes necessity of continuing cooperation with independent nations to fight against unilateralism ISNA 21 Feb 2023 -- Russian deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko, who is visiting Tehran for consultations over issues of mutual interest, has met with Ali Bagheri the Iranian deputy foreign minister for political affairs.
Iran, Russia highlight need for expanding, strengthening cooperation ISNA 21 Feb 2023 -- Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko, who is visiting Tehran for talks with his Iranian counterpart, met with Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian.
West's concerns about Iran's nuclear program resemble 'crocodile tears': Russia Press TV 21 Feb 2023 -- A senior Russian diplomat says the concerns raised repeatedly by Western countries in their media about Iran's nuclear program are no more than "crocodile tears" as the issue can be resolved in a diplomatic manner.
Iran: EU sanctions further expose bloc's miscalculation, deviation from dialogue Press TV 21 Feb 2023 -- European Union's fresh sanctions against a number of Iranian entities and individuals were illegal and "another failed miscalculation" by the bloc, an Iranian ambassador says.
Iranian Foundation Praises Rushdie's Alleged Attacker, Offers Gift Of Farmland RFE/RL 21 Feb 2023 -- An Iranian foundation close to the country's Islamic government has praised the man who is accused of violently attacking novelist Salman Rushdie last year, leaving the writer severely injured, and said it was offering him a reward of farmland.
German foreign minister: No legal grounds to designate Iran's IRGC as 'terrorist' entity Press TV 21 Feb 2023 -- Germany says there is no legal basis for blacklisting Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) as a "terrorist organization," echoing earlier remarks made last month by the European Union's foreign policy chief.
COVID-19 kills 8 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 20 Feb 2023 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,812 with eight more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Monday.
Health Minister: Iran only producer of COVID-19 vaccine in region IRNA 20 Feb 2023 -- The Iranian minister of health said on Monday that Iran is the only producer of COVID-19 vaccines in the region.
Iranians Stage Fresh Anti-Government Protests Despite Security Crackdown RFE/RL 20 Feb 2023 -- Iranian protesters have staged new anti-government protests in several neighborhoods of the capital, Tehran, in a continued show of defiance amid unrest over the death of a young woman while in police custody for allegedly wearing a head scarf improperly.
Iran's Atomic Energy Organization Denies Reports of Enriching Uranium to 84% Purity Sputnik 20 Feb 2023 -- Reports in Western media claiming that Tehran has enriched uranium to 84% distort the reality as the country has never gone beyond the enrichment level of 60%, Behrouz Kamalvandi, the spokesman of the the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran, said on Monday.
Iran Denies Enriching Uranium Near Weapons Grade VOA 20 Feb 2023 -- Iran on Monday denied reports that it is enriching uranium to near weapons grade.
Iran denies enriching uranium above 60% IRNA 20 Feb 2023 -- Spokesman of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran Behrouz Kamalvandi has underlined that the Islamic Republic has not enriched uranium above 60 percent purity so far.
Iran never accumulates uranium enriched to more than 60% purity/ Bloomberg distorts realities: AEOI spokesman ISNA 20 Feb 2023 -- The spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Behrouz Kamalvandi reacted to the recent report released by Bloomberg that claimed "Iran accumulated uranium enriched to 84% purity".
Iran: EU imposes further restrictive measures against 32 individuals and two entities responsible for human rights violations EC/CEU 20 Feb 2023 -- The Council today decided to impose restrictive measures on additional 32 individuals and two entities responsible for serious human rights violations in Iran.
Foreign Ministry: Iran will announce reciprocal sanctions in response to EU's new bans Press TV 20 Feb 2023 -- Tehran has reacted to the European Union's latest sanctions that target a number of Iranian officials and entities, promising countermeasures in response to the EU's move.
EU imposes sanctions on 32 Iranian individuals, two entities over alleged rights violation Press TV 20 Feb 2023 -- In a hostile move, Council of the European Union has imposed sanctions on a number of Iranian individuals and entities over alleged human rights violations.
Iran's reaction to new comments of Azerbaijan's president ISNA 20 Feb 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman, Nasser Kanaani has reacted to comments of Azerbaijani President Elham Aliyev about the recent attack on the Azeri embassy in Tehran.
Iran opens new exchange center as rial hits record low Press TV 20 Feb 2023 -- The Central Bank of Iran (CBI) is launching a new center for exchange of foreign currencies and gold amid efforts to prevent a further decline in the value of national currency the rial.
Tehran: Munich conference held in the name of security to charm warmongers Press TV 20 Feb 2023 -- Iran has blasted the organizers of the 2023 Munich Security Conference for not giving an equal chance to all members of the international community to present their views, saying the event took place under the slogan of security but actually promoted war.
Iran Denies Involvement in Attack on Israeli Tanker in Arabian Sea Sputnik 20 Feb 2023 -- Iran has denied Israel's accusations concerning an attack on an Israeli businessman's tanker in the Arabian sea.
Iran slams U.S. "politically-motivated" approach toward prisoner swap People's Daily 20 Feb 2023 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman chided the United States for its "politically-motivated and opportunistic" approach toward the issue of exchanging prisoners with Iran.
Iran categorically rejects Western media's false report, says never enriched uranium above 60% Press TV 20 Feb 2023 -- Iran has categorically rejected a report by Western media that it has enriched uranium to levels above 60 percent purity, saying the country's nuclear facilities have never enriched uranium above that level.
COVID-19 kills 7 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 19 Feb 2023 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,804 with seven more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Sunday.
Iranian Deputy FM: Iran strong regional power/ China interested in cooperation with Iran ISNA 19 Feb 2023 -- Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Economic Diplomacy, Mahdi Safari believes that the Islamic Republic of Iran is both the supplier of energy and can provide security so that is why the country can be "a strategic partner" for China.
Iran to unveil unmanned Qaher fighter jet next year: IAIO Press TV 19 Feb 2023 -- The Iran Aviation Industries Organization (IAIO) has announced plans to unveil an unmanned version of home-grown Qaher single-seat stealth fighter aircraft in the next solar calendar year that begins on March 21.
Iran slams West's anti-Iran propaganda as 'threadbare tactic' to cover up own crises Press TV 19 Feb 2023 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman has slammed as "futile" the attempts by the US and its three main European allies to launch a propaganda campaign against the Islamic Republic, saying the anti-Iran measure is a "threadbare tactic" employed to conceal their own challenges at home and abroad.
COVID-19 kills 4 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 18 Feb 2023 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,797 with four more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Saturday.
Raeisi: US sought to stop Iran's progress through sanctions, but failed Press TV 18 Feb 2023 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi says the United States and its Western allies sought to stop the Iranian nation's advancement by means of sanctions but failed in their attempts, describing the coercive measures as another form of warfare against the country.
German MP Notes Significance Of Iranian Activists Representing Iran At Munich Conference RFE/RL 18 Feb 2023 -- A German MP in the European Parliament said it is significant that for the first time Iran is not represented by its foreign minister at the Munich Security Conference but by other political figures who have a different vision for the future of Iran.
Secretary Blinken's Meeting with E3 Counterparts on Iran at Munich Security Conference US Dept. of State 18 Feb 2023
Iran registers another death-free day in COVID-19 record IRNA 17 Feb 2023 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran remained unchanged at 144,793 with no death by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Friday.
Iranian News Agency Confirms Report Of Talks With U.S. On Prisoner Exchange RFE/RL 17 Feb 2023 -- An Iranian government-affiliated news agency has confirmed a U.S. media report that indirect negotiations between Iran and the United States are under way for an exchange of prisoners.
'Radical Change Will Come': Iranians Propose New Political System After Months Of Anti-Regime Protests RFE/RL 17 Feb 2023 -- For months, antiestablishment protesters have called for the overthrow of Iran's clerical regime and demanded greater social and political freedoms.
Protests Erupt Overnight in Iran VOA 17 Feb 2023 -- Videos posted on social media purport to show protesters marching in several cities in Iran on Friday.
Iran's response to joint US-PGCC statement IRNA 16 Feb 2023 -- Reacting to statement of the 3rd session of US-PGCC Joint Workgroup, Iran's foreign ministry spokesman said such statements are in line with old US policy of sowing seeds of discord among regional countries.
Iran, China call for resuming full implementation of JCPOA IRNA 16 Feb 2023 -- Tehran and Beijing on Thursday underlined the need for lifting all the sanctions on Tehran so as to pave the way for full implementation of a hard-won multilateral nuclear deal - known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Iran, China urge closer coordination to help sanctions relief negotiations IRNA 16 Feb 2023 -- Senior officials from Iran and China on Thursday underlined the need for both countries to work more closely to help the course of talks on putting an end to the sanctions on Tehran.
COVID-19 kills 4 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 16 Feb 2023 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,793 with four more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Thursday.
Iran rejects presence of al-Qaeda leader in Iran IRNA 16 Feb 2023 -- Iranian mission to the United Nations on Thursday refuted claims about the presence of the al-Qaeda leader in Iran.
US Backs UN Assessment that New Al-Qaida Leader is in Iran VOA 16 Feb 2023 -- The United States said Wednesday its assessment aligns with a United Nations report concluding that the new de facto head of the al-Qaida terror group, Saif al-Adel, is based in Iran.
Iran says US created al-Qaeda, Daesh, rejects 'absurd' claim Press TV 16 Feb 2023 -- Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has categorically dismissed claims made by the US administration about the presence of a leader of the al-Qaeda terrorist group in Iran, saying linking the terror outfit to Iran is "absurd" as those who created al-Qaeda and Daesh are to blame for the spread of terrorism across the world.
Joint Statement by the United States and Gulf Cooperation Council Members on Iran US Dept. of State 16 Feb 2023 -- Senior officials of the United States (U.S.) and members of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) convened a meeting of the Working Group on Iran at the GCC's headquarters in Riyadh on February 15, 2023.
Q&A: Israel Will Prevent Iran From Acquiring Nuclear Weapons Capability, Envoy Says VOA 16 Feb 2023 -- Israel's envoy in the United States has sought to clarify his nation's red line on Iran's nuclear program, telling VOA that Israel will prevent its main regional foe from acquiring a capability to become a nuclear-armed state.
Iran offers $40bn worth of petroleum projects to China Press TV 16 Feb 2023 -- Iran has offered some $40 billion worth of investment projects in its petroleum sector to China during a recent visit by President Ebrahim Raeisi to Beijing, according to the Iranian Oil Ministry's deputy for international affairs.
Iran, China presidents urge JCPOA implementation, verifiable removal of sanctions Press TV 16 Feb 2023 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping have called for the full and effective implementation of the Iran nuclear deal by all sides and the removal of all US sanctions against Tehran in a verifiable manner.
COVID-19 kills 1 more Iranian over past 24 hours IRNA 15 Feb 2023 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,789 with one more Iranian killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Wednesday.
IRGC Navy furnishes its helicopters with locally-developed naval mines Press TV 15 Feb 2023 -- The naval division of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has furnished its military helicopters with locally-produced naval mines amid efforts by specialists and technicians to develop state-of-the-art munitions and equipment.
Iran's export of military equipment surges five-fold, production three-fold: Minister Press TV 15 Feb 2023 -- Iran's defense minister says there has been a significant increase in the production and export of defense equipment in the current Iranian calendar year compared to the year before despite harsh economic sanctions on the country.
Iranian Sunni Religious Leader Criticizes Shi'ite Scholars' Silence About Kurdistan Arrests RFE/RL 15 Feb 2023 -- A prominent Sunni cleric from Iran's Kurdistan region has condemned the mass arrests of Sunni scholars from the region and criticized the silence of Shi'ite clerics on the matter.
Chinese, Iranian presidents reach good agreements: FM Amirabdollahian IRNA 15 Feb 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has underscored that the presidents of China and Iran have reached good agreements in various issues.
China, Iran should keep supporting each other on core interests: China FM IRNA 15 Feb 2023 -- Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang has said that Iran and China should continue to support each other on issues that concerns their mutual interests.
President Raeisi says China 'reliable' trade partner, potential 'untapped' Press TV 15 Feb 2023 -- Iran's President Ebrahim Raeisi has described China as a "reliable" trade partner for the Islamic Republic, stressing that there is "untapped" potential that both countries agree should be utilized to bolster bilateral cooperation.
Iran's SADRA set to seal oil tankers for Venezuela deal Press TV 14 Feb 2023 -- Venezuela plans to contract the construction of two more oil tankers by an Iranian shipyard which has already built and delivered two Aframax vessels to the South American country, a report says.
COVID-19 kills 5 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 14 Feb 2023 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,788 with five more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Tuesday.
Iran reports major surge in petchem, oil products exports Press TV 14 Feb 2023 -- Iran has reported major increases in exports of certain petrochemicals and oil products in the calendar year that started in late March 2022.
'Hands Are Stained With Blood': Iranians Outraged After Shah-Era Secret-Police Official Attends U.S. Rally RFE/RL 14 Feb 2023 -- Tens of thousands of Iranian-Americans, including supporters of the exiled former crown prince of Iran, Reza Pahlavi, held a rally in Los Angeles recently to show their support for the ongoing anti-regime protests in the Islamic republic.
Bolstering Iran-China ties to help world security: President Raisi IRNA 14 Feb 2023 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi said on Tuesday that Iran and China are friends of tough times, adding that further enhancement of relations between the two countries could help world security.
Pres. Raisi: Iran-China comprehensive strategic partnership symbol of will to develop ties IRNA 14 Feb 2023 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi in a meeting with China's Prime Minister Li Keqiang on Tuesday described Iran-China's comprehensive strategic partnership as a symbol of the will of the two countries to develop relations.
Pres. Raisi: Iran, China friends of tough times IRNA 14 Feb 2023 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi in a meeting with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on Tuesday described Iran and China as friends of tough times.
Chinese President: China to unswervingly maintain its friendship with Iran IRNA 14 Feb 2023 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping in a meeting with Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi on Tuesday said that no matter how the international and regional situation changes, China will unswervingly maintain its friendship and cooperation with Iran and advance China-Iran comprehensive strategic partnership.
Iran, China ink 20 cooperation documents IRNA 14 Feb 2023 -- Iranian and Chinese high-ranking officials inked 20 cooperation documents during Iran's President's visit to Beijing.
Iran, China friends in difficult times: President Raisi ISNA 14 Feb 2023 -- In the meeting with the Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress, the President described Iran and China as friends in difficult times and appreciated the constructive support of the Chinese National People's Congress in order to develop cooperation between the two countries.
Background of cooperation between 2 great civilizations of Iran, China historical, valuable: Raisi ISNA 14 Feb 2023 -- Iranian President described the comprehensive strategic partnership document between Iran and China as a symbol of the will of the two countries to develop relations, emphasizing the necessity of the efforts of the two countries to fully implement it.
Iran, China resolved to fully implement comprehensive strategic partnership agreement ISNA 14 Feb 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian stressed, "Wherever the interests of the Iranian people entail, we will be there based on mutual interests".
Iranian President officially welcomed by Chinese counterpart ISNA 14 Feb 2023 -- China's President Xi Jinping has officially welcomed his Iranian counterpart Ebrahim Raisi at National People's Congress on Tuesday.
Raeisi: Consolidation of Iran-China ties 'effective' in promoting regional, global security Press TV 14 Feb 2023 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi says Iran and China are "friends in hard times," stressing that further strengthening of relations between the two countries will contribute to the security of the region and the world.
Xi lauds China-Iran close ties, says Beijing will 'unswervingly' develop friendly cooperation with Tehran Press TV 14 Feb 2023 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping has lauded the close relationship between Iran and China, stressing that Beijing will "unswervingly" develop friendly cooperation with Tehran irrespective of international and regional changes.
Raeisi's visit to Beijing: Iran, China sign 20 cooperation documents Press TV 14 Feb 2023 -- Iran and China have signed 20 documents and memoranda of understanding to further expand cooperation in various fields.
Australia Says It Foiled Iranian Surveillance Plot VOA 14 Feb 2023 -- Australian security agencies say they have shut down a foreign interference plot by Iran. The conspiracy allegedly included individuals conducting surveillance of the home of an Iranian-Australian, who was linked to Australian protests about the death of Mahsa Amini in Iran last year.
Xi meets Raisi, injecting new momentum to China-Iran comprehensive strategic partnership Global Times 14 Feb 2023 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi on Tuesday in Beijing where the two leaders agreed on deepening China-Iran comprehensive strategic partnership. The two sides are expected to increase coordination under multilateral platforms such as the UN and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), and inject positive energy to regional and global peace.
China looks forward to advancing ties with Iran: spokesperson People's Daily 14 Feb 2023 -- China looks forward to working with Iran to take the upcoming China visit by the Iranian president as an opportunity to promote greater development of the China-Iran comprehensive strategic partnership, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin said Monday.
COVID-19 kills 2 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 13 Feb 2023 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,783 with two more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Monday.
President Raeisi: Iran, China have common positions on countering unilateralism, maintaining independence Press TV 13 Feb 2023 -- President Ebrahim Raeisi says Iran and China have similar views on fighting unilateralism at the international level.
Tehran: Pres. Raeisi's China visit China sign of 'highest political will' on both sides to boost ties Press TV 13 Feb 2023 -- Tehran says President Ebrahim Raeisi's upcoming state visit to China demonstrates that both countries have "the highest political will" to develop their relations based on mutual interests.
Protests In Several Iranian Cities As Regime Marks 44th Anniversary Of Revolution RFE/RL 13 Feb 2023 -- Protests have continued in several Iranian cities, including Tehran, amid months of unrest triggered by the death of a young woman arrested by Iran's notorious morality police for allegedly wearing a head scarf improperly.
Families Of Airline Downing Victims Withdraw Complaint, Say Iranian Court Incompetent RFE/RL 13 Feb 2023 -- Several relatives of the Iranian victims of a commercial flight shot down in Iran in January 2020 by missiles fired by the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) have withdrawn their complaint from the Tehran Military Court, accusing it of being "a disgrace to the truth" and being at the orders of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
UK presents evidence of Iranian violations of UN resolutions UK FCDO 13 Feb 2023 -- UK presents evidence of Iranian weapons proliferation violations
COVID-19 kills 2 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 12 Feb 2023 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,781 with two more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Sunday.
IRGC says safeguarding Iran's national interests its 'clear-cut strategy' Press TV 12 Feb 2023 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has lauded the Iranian nation's massive turnout in Saturday rallies to mark the 44th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution, saying protecting the country's national interests and meeting people's needs are its clear-cut strategy.
Raisi's visit to Beijing expected to deepen China-Iran relations, consolidate traditional friendship Global Times 12 Feb 2023 -- At the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi will pay a state visit to China from Tuesday to Thursday, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Hua Chunying announced on Sunday.
Iranian President Raeisi set to visit China on Tuesday Press TV 12 Feb 2023 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi will pay an official visit to China early next week at the invitation of his Chinese counterpart, amid the two Asian countries' strong determination to enhance strategic, bilateral cooperation in various fields.
Iran, Russia discussing technical issues of oil, gas swap deal Press TV 12 Feb 2023 -- Iran and Russia are still in talks over a potential agreement that will allow the delivery of Russian oil and natural gas supplies via Iran to other countries under a swap arrangement.
JCPOA signatories continue exchanging message: Iran negotiator IRNA 12 Feb 2023 -- Iran's top negotiator Ali Bagheri Kani has underscored that the talks on the revival of the 2015 nuclear deal continue in the framework of exchanging messages between the negotiating teams of the signatories of the agreement.
West failed to use riots as leverage in JCPOA revival talks: Iran's lead negotiator Press TV 12 Feb 2023 -- Iran's chief negotiator says the Western countries have failed to use the recent foreign-backed riots in the country as leverage in talks to revive the 2015 nuclear deal between Tehran and the world powers, officially known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Prominent Iranian Dissidents Unite to Discuss Democracy Movement VOA 11 Feb 2023 -- Condemnation of the Islamic Republic's violent suppression of freedom drew together eight noted Iranian dissidents who gathered to determine how they could more effectively advance their quest to counter what they see as a brutal government marking 44 years of rule after the 1979 Islamic revolution in the country.
Hackers Interrupt Raisi Speech As He Claims Iranian Protesters Have Been Defeated RFE/RL 11 Feb 2023 -- In a defiant message on the anniversary of the 1979 Islamic Revolution, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi said nationwide anti-government protests have been defeated.
Gov't opens arms to embrace the ones deceived by enemies: Pres. Raisi IRNA 11 Feb 2023 -- Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi emphasized on Saturday that the government with open arms accepts the ones who were deceived by the enemy.
Defying sanctions, Russia will replace Siemens turbines with Iran-made ones: Report Press TV 10 Feb 2023 -- Russia will reportedly replace German-made hydropower-plant turbines with Iranian-made ones as Western sanctions have halted operations of Siemens in Russia since February 2022.
COVID-19 kills 4 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 10 Feb 2023 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,779 with Four more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Friday.
Many nations asking for Iran-made military equipment: Defense minister Press TV 10 Feb 2023 -- Iran's defense minister says the country has made remarkable advancements in producing military equipment following the 1979 Revolution.
Iranian Officials Urge Unions To More Strictly Adhere To Mandatory Hijab Law RFE/RL 10 Feb 2023 -- Officials in the Iranian capital, Tehran, have sent a letter to trade unions that calls for stricter enforcement and adherence to the mandatory hijab in stores and businesses.
Anti-government Protests Draw Thousands in Iran's Southeast VOA 10 Feb 2023 -- Iranian activists' organizations on social media report thousands of anti-government protesters took to the streets of cities in Iran's southeastern Sistan and Baluchestan Province on Friday, including the provincial capital, Zahedan.
U.S.-led West's refusal to accept Iran's realities basis of "wrong" policies: Iranian president People's Daily 10 Feb 2023 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi on Thursday slammed the refusal by the United States and some Western countries to accept Iran's realities, which has been the basis of their "strategic mistakes and wrong policies" on Iran and the Middle East over the past years.
Iran says Israel involved in Isfahan drone attack, arrests main elements Press TV 10 Feb 2023 -- Iranian security forces have arrested the main perpetrators of a recent foiled drone attack in the central city of Isfahan, in which Israeli "mercenaries" were involved.
US, E3 trapped in miscalculations, illusion in face of Iran: Raisi IRNA 09 Feb 2023 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi said on Thursday that the Islamic Republic declared its readiness to finalize the revival of the 2015 nuclear deal, but the United States and the European trio (Britain, France, and Germany) have been trapped in illusion and miscalculations.
Window for JCPOA revival not to stay open forever: FM Amirabdollahian IRNA 10 Feb 2023 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has emphasized that there is still time to return to the 2015 nuclear deal, but the opportunity will not remain forever.
Raeisi: Iran has been ready for deal on JCPOA but US, E3 made miscalculation Press TV 10 Feb 2023 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi has reiterated Tehran's readiness to reach a "fair" final agreement on reviving the US-abandoned 2015 nuclear deal, saying, however, that the delusional US and its European allies made a miscalculation by deciding to interfere in Iran's domestic affairs.
Russia, Iran Studying Use of Digital Currencies for Export-Import Operations Sputnik 09 Feb 2023 -- Russia and Iran are studying the possibility of using digital currencies for export-import operations, but a regulatory framework is required, Russian Ambassador to Tehran Alexey Dedov said in an interview with Sputnik.
COVID-19 kills 4 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 09 Feb 2023 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,775 with Four more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Thursday.
Families Of Victims Urge Diplomats To Boycott Iranian Revolution Ceremonies RFE/RL 09 Feb 2023 -- The families of those killed by authorities in Iran - including people who have died in recent mass protests over the death of a young woman while in police custody for allegedly wearing a head scarf improperly - have launched a campaign on Twitter asking foreign diplomats not to participate in a government ceremony for the anniversary of the 1979 Islamic Revolution.
U.S. Citizen Sentenced for Conspiring to Provide Electronic Equipment and Technology to the Government of Iran US Dept. of Justice 09 Feb 2023 -- Earlier today in federal court in Brooklyn, New York, Kambiz Attar Kashani, 44, a dual citizen of the United States and Iran, was sentenced to 30 months in prison for conspiring to illegally export U.S. goods and technology to end users in Iran, including the Central Bank of Iran, in violation of the International Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).
Invoking anti-Iran charges, US lawmakers call for crackdown on Iran's drone program Press TV 09 Feb 2023 -- Iran's advancing capabilities to manufacture and operate unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have had US officials worried, with a bipartisan group of 60 lawmakers urging the Biden administration to target the country's drone program, saying it has "far-reaching implications" for American interests in the region and beyond.
Designating Entities Involved in the Iranian Petrochemical and Petroleum Products Trade US Dept. of State 09 Feb 2023 -- The United States is designating nine entities, pursuant to Executive Order 13846, that are involved in Iran's petrochemical and petroleum products trade.
Treasury Sanctions Companies Involved in Production, Sale, and Shipment of Iranian Petrochemicals and Petroleum US Treasury 09 Feb 2023 -- Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned nine entities across multiple jurisdictions that have played a critical role in the production, sale, and shipment of hundreds of millions of dollars' worth of Iranian petrochemicals and petroleum to buyers in Asia.
US Treasury targets Iranian petrochemicals, subsidiaries in fresh sanctions Press TV 09 Feb 2023 -- The administration of US President Joe Biden has imposed a fresh round of sanctions against the Islamic Republic by targeting several Iran-based petrochemical companies as part of Washington's so-called pressure campaign against Tehran.
Iran condemns US sanctions, says Biden continues failed policy of Trump Press TV 09 Feb 2023 -- Iran has strongly condemned new US sanctions on a number of petrochemical companies, saying President Joe Biden continues the failed policy of his predecessor, Donald Trump.
Raeisi: West made grave miscalculations, unable to understand Iran's realities Press TV 09 Feb 2023 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi says the United States and the three European signatories to the 2015 nuclear deal made grave miscalculations by instigating the recent riots in Iran, stressing that their ongoing bids to tarnish the Islamic Republic's image are all doomed to failure.
FM Amirabdollahian reacts to West's machinations against Iran IRNA 09 Feb 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian in an interview with American media on Thursday responded to the false claims about the recent turmoil and western media machinations against Iran.
FM: Iran continues cooperation with IAEA IRNA 09 Feb 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said on Thursday that the Islamic Republic of Iran continues its cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) for reaching Iranians' interests.
IAEA gives Iran's nuclear information to JCPOA opponents: Nuclear chief Press TV 09 Feb 2023 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) has criticized the UN nuclear watchdog for the leakage of information about the country's nuclear energy program to the opponents of diplomatic efforts to revive the nuclear agreement.
Iran says trans-regional interference in Afghanistan foments regional insecurity Press TV 08 Feb 2023 -- Iran's top security official has warned that "trans-regional interference" in Afghanistan can lead to the spread of insecurity to other regional countries.
COVID-19 kills 3 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 08 Feb 2023 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,771 with three more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Wednesday.
70 advanced vessels join border guard fleet of Iran IRNA 08 Feb 2023 -- Some 70 state-of-the-art vessels have been added to the border guard fleet of the Islamic Republic of Iran on the occasion of the 44th anniversary of the victory of the Islamic Revolution.
Iran consolidates own power components: Defense min. IRNA 08 Feb 2023 -- Minister of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics of Iran Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Gharaei Ashtiani said that the Islamic Republic has strengthened the power components of its political stability based on the significant progress.
Iran Air Force commander says drone power up 33% since last year Press TV 08 Feb 2023 -- The commander of the Iranian Army's Air Force says there has been a significant increase in the force's drone capability compared to a year before.
Iran Triples Arms Exports Since March 2022 Sputnik 08 Feb 2023 -- Iranian arms exports tripled between March and December 2022 year-on-year, Iranian Deputy Defense Minister Seyyed Mehdi Farahi said on Wednesday.
Leader calls national unity 'essential need', says enemies seek to sow divisions Press TV 08 Feb 2023 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has underlined the need for national unity, saying the enemies are bent on sowing divisions and fueling mistrust among people as part of their malign designs against the country.
AEOI chief advises IAEA to behave professionally IRNA 08 Feb 2023 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran Mohammad Eslami advised the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to have professional behavior.
IAEA has no confidentiality policy, Grossi says of Iran report leak IRNA 08 Feb 2023 -- Director General of International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Rafael Grossi has rejected criticism about the agency's inability to control leaks of sensitive reports about its member states, including a recent report on Iran's Fordow nuclear enrichment plant, saying the agency has no effective means of controlling the leaks.
IAEA chief shouldn't contribute to anti-Tehran pressure campaign: Iran nuclear chief Press TV 08 Feb 2023 -- Iran has urged the UN nuclear watchdog chief, Rafael Grossi, to keep behaving professionally and not contribute to the pressure campaign against the country.
IAEA chief stresses urgency of Iran deal revival amid US procrastination Press TV 08 Feb 2023 -- The head of the UN nuclear watchdog has underscored the urgency of resuming negotiations to revive the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, warning that the situation could quickly worsen if the stalled talks fail.
COVID-19 kills 4 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 07 Feb 2023 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,768 with four more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Tuesday.
Iran questions credibility of chemical watchdog's Syria report Press TV 07 Feb 2023 -- Iran's UN mission questions the credibility of a report issued by the world chemical watchdog that accuses Syria of an alleged 2018 chemical attack against the Arab country's own people.
On National Day of Space, Iran puts on display homegrown Nahid-2 telecommunication, Tolou-3 remote sensing satellites Press TV 07 Feb 2023 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran has unveiled two indigenous telecommunication and imaging satellites designed and manufactured by the country's specialists during an event attended by a number of high-ranking Iranian officials.
Iran Army unveils underground air base IRNA 07 Feb 2023 -- The air force of the Iranian Army unveiled an underground facility called "Oqab 44" (Eagle 44) on Tuesday.
Iran unveils underground tactical air base ISNA 07 Feb 2023 -- Iran unveiled an underground tactical air base named "Eagle 44" on Tuesday, with several high-ranking military officials including the Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Bagheri in attendance.
Iranian Army unveils underground 'Eagle 44' Air Force base Press TV 07 Feb 2023 -- The Iranian Army has unveiled its first underground Air Force base, called "Oqab 44" (Eagle 44), which is capable of storing and operating various types of fighter jets, bombers and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
Many countries in line to buy Iran's defense products: General Bagheri Press TV 07 Feb 2023 -- Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Baqeri has highlighted the country's self-reliance in manufacturing defense products, saying the homegrown Iranian military products have found many clients in the world.
Iran-Russia relations deep, fundamental: Shamkhani ISNA 07 Feb 2023 -- Iran's secretary of the Supreme National Security Council Ali Shamkhani stressed that relations between Iran and Russia are developing more fundamentally than before in various dimensions.
Iran to start drilling at second largest gas field Press TV 07 Feb 2023 -- Iran is preparing to start drilling works on its second largest gas field amid efforts by the country to further boost its natural gas output to meet a growing domestic demand for energy.
US renews Iran sanctions waivers for civilian nuclear activities Press TV 07 Feb 2023 -- The United States has renewed a series of sanctions waivers that will allow Iran and Russia to cooperate on civilian nuclear work at Iranian uranium enrichment sites, amid stalled talks to bring the Washington back into full compliance with the 2015 Iran nuclear agreement.
Rights Watchdog Calls Iranian Government's Anniversary Celebrations 'Shameful,' Banners Burned RFE/RL 07 Feb 2023 -- Protesters in several Iranian cities, including the capital, Tehran, have set fire to government banners commemorating the anniversary of the 1979 Islamic Revolution as rights group Amnesty International chided the country's leaders for "decades of mass killings and cover-ups."
Iran says "diplomatic dynamism" exists in talks to revive nuclear deal People's Daily 07 Feb 2023 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman said on Monday that "diplomatic dynamism" exists through different channels in the talks to revive a 2015 nuclear deal and remove anti-Iran sanctions.
COVID-19 kills 7 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 06 Feb 2023 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,764 with seven more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Monday.
Iran says 'diplomatic dynamism' exists regarding talks to revive JCPOA Press TV 06 Feb 2023 -- Iran says "diplomatic dynamism" exists with regard to the talks to revive the Iran nuclear deal, and messages are still being exchanged between the parties to the 2015 nuclear deal.
IAEA should refrain from making Iran-related documents public: Russian diplomat Press TV 06 Feb 2023 -- Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov has urged the UN nuclear agency to refrain from disclosing any Iran-related documents not meant to be made public.
Dismissing Wall Street Journal report, Iran says not working with Russia on drone production Press TV 06 Feb 2023 -- Iran has denied its participation in any project for the joint production of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) with Russia, rejecting Western media reports in this regard as "sheer lies."
Freezing Cold Puts Iran's Natural-Gas Ambitions On Ice RFE/RL 06 Feb 2023 -- As winter approached, Iran was relishing the prospect of falling temperatures that could put Europe in a deep freeze and allow Tehran to bask in the wealth of its formidable natural-gas reserves.
Iranian Activist Says Reforms Can't Save Islamic Government, Change Needed RFE/RL 06 Feb 2023 -- A leading jailed Iranian political activist says the time has come for the Islamic government to leave, even if it takes some reforms such as repealing the deeply divisive mandatory hijab law.
Iranian Activists Greet Prisoner Amnesty With Skepticism, Calling It An Attempt To Change The Narrative RFE/RL 06 Feb 2023 -- Several Iranian lawyers, human rights activists, imprisoned protesters, and former political prisoners have dismissed an amnesty decree issued by Iran's supreme leader for tens of thousands of protesters as propaganda and lies.
Supreme Leader foiled foes' plot to turn youths into rioters: Speaker IRNA 06 Feb 2023 -- Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf on Monday pointed to Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei's pardon of prisoners, noting that the Supreme Leader obstructed the enemies' plot to turn youths and teenagers into organized rioters.
Enemy resorted to hybrid war after all plots failed: Iran Army chief Press TV 06 Feb 2023 -- Iran's Army chief says the enemy has resorted to hybrid war against the Islamic establishment after it was dealt heavy blows by the Iranian nation and Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.
COVID-19 kills 1 more Iranian over past 24 hours IRNA 05 Feb 2023 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,757 with one more Iranian killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Sunday.
US sanctions policy doomed to fail: Amirabdollahian IRNA 05 Feb 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has said that US policy of bullying other countries and imposing sanctions on them is doomed to fail.
Ayatollah Khamenei pardons, commutes sentences of large number of those arrested during Iran's deadly unrest Press TV 05 Feb 2023 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has pardoned or commuted the sentences of a large number of Iranian prisoners arrested during the recent foreign-backed riots in the country.
Top Iranian diplomat dismisses unilateralism as 'obsolete doctrine' on global stage Press TV 05 Feb 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has dismissed unilateralism as "an obsolete doctrine" in the face of unfolding developments across the globe.
Former Iranian President Khatami Joins In Calls For Political Change Amid Growing Unrest RFE/RL 05 Feb 2023 -- Former Iranian President Mohammad Khatami has joined opposition figure and ex-Prime Minister Mir Hossein Musavi in calls for political change as the country continues to be stricken with widespread anti-government protests.
US, Western countries pursuing policies of imposing sanctions, encouraging riots in independent countries: Iranian FM ISNA 05 Feb 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian held a meeting with his Cuban counterpart, Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla, for talks over the latest developments in bilateral ties in the fields of economy and politics.
Iran reacts to US, E3 statement IRNA 05 Feb 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman on Sunday reacted to a recent statement by the US and three European countries, known as E3.
FM Amir-Abdollahian: US' policy of sanctions, bullying doomed to fail Press TV 05 Feb 2023 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has rapped the United States' policy of imposing sanctions against other countries, including the Islamic Republic and several South American countries, saying such a policy is doomed to fail.
Venezuela's Maduro hails 'honest, brotherly' relations with Iran IRNA 04 Feb 2023 -- Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has hailed his country's "honest and brotherly" relations with Iran as he insists that an ongoing visit by Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian to the south American country is a good opportunity to further boost bilateral relations.
Venezuela calls for greater Iran role in reviving its oil industry Press TV 04 Feb 2023 -- Venezuelan Oil Minister Tareck El Aissami has hailed Iran's experiences in the field of energy and technology, saying his country is willing to benefit from them and forge closer cooperation with Tehran.
Iran, Venezuela vow closer cooperation to thwart foreign pressures Press TV 04 Feb 2023 -- Venezuela and Iran are weighing plans to strengthen cooperation in various fields, and rapidly implement joint projects, calling for heightened vigilance in the face of US-led foreign pressures.
COVID-19 kills 2 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 04 Feb 2023 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,756 with two more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Saturday.
Iran's lead negotiator: US, Europeans should prove commitment to JCPOA Press TV 04 Feb 2023 -- Iran's chief negotiator Ali Bagheri Kani says Tehran is a claimant in talks on reviving the 2015 nuclear deal, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Iran dubs IAEA chief's info disclosure on Fordow 'unprofessional' IRNA 04 Feb 2023 -- Iran has described a recent decision by Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Rafael Grossi to disclose confidential and unverified information about nuclear activities in Iran's Fordow plant as unprofessional.
Iran warns IAEA against 'unprofessional, unacceptable' behavior Press TV 04 Feb 2023 -- Iran's nuclear chief has warned that the "unprofessional and unacceptable" behavior of the UN nuclear watchdog's Director General Rafael Grossi would harm his reputation and that of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
US, allies use incorrect IAEA report to fault Iran's nuclear work Press TV 04 Feb 2023 -- Western allies accuse Iran of engaging in nuclear activity that is "inconsistent" with its obligations under the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), using an incorrect International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) report as the basis of their claim.
Statement by France, Germany, the United Kingdom, and the United States on the IAEA's Latest Report on Iran's Nuclear Program US Dept. of State 03 Feb 2023 -- The following joint statement was released by the Governments of the France, Germany, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
COVID-19 kills 2 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 03 Feb 2023 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,754 with two more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Friday.
Commander: IRGC real might to humiliate, defeat enemy on event day IRNA 03 Feb 2023 -- Commander of IRGC Navay said if enemy will dare to attack Iran, IRGC's response at the warfront and on the event day will be spectacular, and will defeat them humiliatingly.
IRGC Navy developed best military equipment without relying on any superpower: Commander Press TV 03 Feb 2023 -- The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy says his forces enjoy state-of-the-art military equipment and are not dependent on any superpower.
Iranian Protesters Burn Government Propaganda Banners RFE/RL 03 Feb 2023 -- Protesters in several Iranian cities, including the capital, Tehran, have set fire to government banners commemorating the anniversary of the 1979 Islamic Revolution in a continued show of defiance amid unrest over the death of a young woman while in police custody for allegedly wearing a head scarf improperly.
U.S. Targets Executives Of Iranian Drone Maker In Latest Sanctions Designation RFE/RL 03 Feb 2023 -- The United States has imposed new sanctions on a previously designated Iranian drone maker, Paravar Pars, this time targeting the board of directors.
U.S. Sanctions Leadership of Iranian UAV Manufacturer US Dept. of State 03 Feb 2023 -- The United States is designating eight Iranian individuals in leadership roles at Paravar Pars, an Iranian firm that produces unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Aerospace Force. Iranian UAVs are being transferred to Russia for use in its brutal and unprovoked war against Ukraine.
Treasury Sanctions Board of Directors of Iranian UAV Manufacturer US Treasury 03 Feb 2023 -- Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is designating eight senior executives of Paravar Pars Company (Paravar Pars), an Iran-based firm that was previously sanctioned by the United States and European Union for manufacturing Shahed-series unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Aerospace Force (IRGC ASF). OFAC is also identifying two Islamic Republic of Iran Navy (IRIN) vessels, the IRIS MAKRAN and the frigate IRIS DENA, as property in which the Government of Iran has an interest.
Iran stands against US excessive demands: FM Amirabdollahian IRNA 03 Feb 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has underlined that the Iranian nation has stood against the United States' excessive demands endlessly and that the Islamic nation has achieved significant progress.
Iran FM leaves Nicaragua for Venezuela IRNA 03 Feb 2023 -- Iranian Minister of Foreign Affairs Hossein Amirabdollahian has finished his trip to Nicaragua and left for Venezuela as the second leg of his Latin American tour.
AEOI chief terms IAEA stance on Iran as regrettable IRNA 03 Feb 2023 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran Mohammad Eslami has said that one of the inspectors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) had mistakenly reported changes in the Fordow enrichment facility, and the IAEA's stance on Iran is regrettable.
COVID-19 kills 1 more Iranian over past 24 hours IRNA 02 Feb 2023 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,752 with one more Iranian killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Thursday.
FM spox rejects alleged weapons shipment from Iran to Yemen IRNA 02 Feb 2023 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani on Thursday rejected alleged shipment of weapons from Iran to Yemen, saying that the allegations have been levelled based on political motives and aim to mislead the world public opinion.
Iran: Allegations of smuggling arms to Yemen politically-motivated, meant to mislead global opinion Press TV 02 Feb 2023 -- Iran has roundly dismissed Western allegations of smuggling weapons and ammunition to Yemen, stressing that arms exporters and all those who sponsor the siege against the Yemeni nation are in position to comment on the ongoing crisis in the impoverished country.
Iran resumes gas import from Turkmenistan IRNA 02 Feb 2023 -- Turkmenistan has resumed exporting gas to Iran, including to the northern province of Golestan, which was halted in the recent cold wave, a provincial official said.
Iran nuclear chief regrets 'incorrect' IAEA report about Fordow plant Press TV 02 Feb 2023 -- Iran's nuclear chief has lamented the International Atomic Energy Agency's (IAEA) latest report about the country's nuclear activities at Fordow nuclear facility, saying the IAEA inspector's interpretation of their visit to the nuclear plant was "incorrect."
Rights Group Says At Least 185 Arrested In Iran's Zahedan In Past Month RFE/RL 02 Feb 2023 -- A rights group says at least 185 citizens in the southeastern Iranian city of Zahedan have been arrested in the past month by security forces trying to stifle widespread dissent.
'They Deserve To Die': Iranian Doctors Who Treated Wounded Protesters 'Arrested, Tortured' RFE/RL 02 Feb 2023 -- In late November, three Iranian doctors traveled to the country's western Kurdistan region, the epicenter of ongoing antiestablishment protests, to help treat wounded demonstrators.
Iran Blames Israel for Drone Attack VOA 02 Feb 2023 -- Iran on Thursday blamed Israel for a drone attack that took place Saturday in the central Iranian city of Isfahan.
Iran Dismisses IAEA Report on Undeclared Changes at Nuclear Site VOA 02 Feb 2023 -- Iran's atomic energy organization on Wednesday dismissed a report by the United Nations nuclear watchdog that said Iran had made an undeclared change to uranium enriching equipment at its Fordow plant.
Iranian Chief of Staff: Tehran, Pyongyang cooperation based on peace, stability ISNA 01 Feb 2023 -- The Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Bagheri congratulated the appointment of General Pak Su-il as the new head of the General Staff Department of North Korean Army, calling for deterring any move that disrupts global security.
COVID-19 kills 2 more Iranians over past 24 hours IRNA 01 Feb 2023 -- The number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,751 with two more Iranians killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, Iran's Health Ministry announced on Wednesday.
U.S. Central Command Supports Partner Forces in Major Iranian Weapons Seizure CENTCOM 01 Feb 2023 -- U.S. Central Command supported a maritime interdiction earlier this month that resulted in the seizure by partner naval forces of weapons that originated in Iran and were bound for Yemen.
CENTCOM Commander Congratulates Yemen on Interdiction of UAV Engines CENTCOM 01 Feb 2023 -- Today, Gen. Michael "Erik" Kurilla called the Yemeni Chief of Defense Lt. Gen. Saghir Hamood Bin Aziz to congratulate him on the recent successful Yemeni interdiction of 100 unmanned aerial vehicle engines bound for Houthi militants.
Targeted sanctions in response to human rights violations in Myanmar and Iran Australia MFA 01 Feb 2023 -- The Australian Government is imposing targeted financial sanctions and travel bans on individuals responsible for egregious human rights abuses in Myanmar, as well as sanctions on entities enabling the repression of its people.
IAEA head must visit Iran with 'specific objective', says Iran's nuclear chief Press TV 01 Feb 2023 -- The chief of Iran's nuclear agency says any visit by the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to the country needs to have a "specific objective", in an oblique reference to the UN nuclear watchdog's political approach.
Official: Iran can increase oil production from 3.8 to 6 million bpd IRNA 01 Feb 2023 -- Managing director of Persia Oil and Gas Development Company referring to activities of 19 explorer companies, said that by applying three methods, Iran can increase its oil production from current 3.8 up to 6 million barrels per day within the next 5 years.
Iran Alleges Kurds' Role in Drone Strike at Defense Ministry Site, Media Reports Sputnik 01 Feb 2023 -- Tehran has evidence that Kurds helped smuggle drone parts and explosives into Iran from Iraq in preparation for last week's attack on a facility of the country's defense ministry, an Iranian news agency reported on Wednesday.
Kurdistan-based terrorists involved in drone strike on Isfahan defense site: Report Press TV 01 Feb 2023 -- A recent report has revealed that anti-Iran terrorists operating in Iraq's semi-autonomous Kurdistan region were involved in a recent drone strike on a military workshop in the central Iranian city of Isfahan.
Adviser To Iranian Sunni Leader Detained Over Comments On Protests RFE/RL 01 Feb 2023 -- A senior adviser to Molavi Abdolhamid, a spiritual leader for Iran's Sunni Muslim population, has been arrested amid months of unrest in Iran sparked by the death of a young woman while she was detained by the notorious morality police for an alleged dress code violation.
Iranian Student Council Says 11 Professors Fired For Protest Support RFE/RL 01 Feb 2023 -- Almost a dozen Iranian university professors have been fired from their jobs at Ferdowsi University in the northeastern city of Mashhad following their support for students in nationwide protests over the death of Mahsa Amini while in police custody.
The Farda Briefing: Embassy Attack Further Strains Relations Between Iran And Azerbaijan RFE/RL 01 Feb 2023
Azerbaijan bent on straining ties with Iran by politicizing embassy incident Press TV 01 Feb 2023 -- In the wake of Friday's shooting incident at Azerbaijan's embassy in Tehran, a series of hostile measures taken by Baku have led to diplomatic tensions between the two countries.
Azerbaijan Reportedly Detains Dozens Suspected Of Spying For Iran RFE/RL 01 Feb 2023 -- Azerbaijan's Interior Ministry has detained around 40 people it suspects of being part of an Iranian spy network that used religion to push pro-Iranian propaganda.

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