April 2023 - Iran Special Weapons News

Iranian conscripts with 3 children exempted from military service IRNA 30 Apr 2023 -- The General Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces has announced that all conscripts with at least three children, and those who have four children and aged over 40, qualify for exemption from military service.
Iran exports over 1.5 bcm of natural gas to Turkey in Q1 2023 IRNA 30 Apr 2023 -- Figures by the statistics office of the European Union (Eurostat) show that Iran has exported more than 1.567 billion cubic meters of natural gas to Turkey in the first quarter of 2023.
Iran losing $4 bn a year to fuel smuggling: Report Press TV 30 Apr 2023 -- Extensive fuel smuggling across Iranian borders is leading to an estimated loss of $4 billion per year for the country, according to findings of a report in the local media.
Iran evacuates 65 nationals from Sudan as fighting enters third week Press TV 29 Apr 2023 -- The spokesman for Iran's Foreign Ministry says the Islamic Republic has managed to evacuate dozens of Iranian nationals from Sudan, in face of the persisting conflict among the North African country's military forces.
US, Zionist forces must swiftly leave Persian Gulf: IRGC navy cmdr. IRNA 29 Apr 2023 -- The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy says the "illegitimate" presence of the United States and the Zionist regime of Israel is disruptive to the peace and security of the Persian Gulf, calling for their immediate departure from the strategic waterway.
IRGC Navy Cmdr: US, Israel must leave Persian Gulf, Iran to resolutely protect waterway Press TV 29 Apr 2023 -- The commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy says his forces will resolutely "protect and safeguard" the Persian Gulf and its resources, urging the United States and the Israeli regime to immediately leave the strategic waterway.
Iran Ready to Ramp Up Joint Drills With China to Challenge US' 'Unipolar World' Sputnik 29 Apr 2023 -- Iran has repeatedly hosted joint maritime drills with its Chinese and Russian partners, and cooperated extensively with Moscow in the joint battle against jihadists in Syria. In 2021, Tehran signed a major, 25-year strategic cooperation agreement with Beijing. Negotiations on a similar deal with Moscow are currently being finalized.
Iran declares readiness to expand military drills with China to counter West's unilateralism Press TV 29 Apr 2023 -- Iran's Defense Minister Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Ashtiani has expressed Tehran's readiness to expand joint military drills with China as part of a bid to further develop bilateral strategic ties and counter the West's persisting unilateralism.
US announces sanctions against IRGC intelligence service IRNA 29 Apr 2023 -- Pursuing Washington's dual policies, the US Department of Treasury has announced sanctions against the intelligence service of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), accusing it of hostage-taking and illegal detention of US citizens.
Amir-Abdollahian: Iran can solve Lebanon's electricity problem despite US bans Press TV 28 Apr 2023 -- Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says Iran can solve Lebanon's electricity shortage problem through bilateral cooperation with the Arab country and in defiance of the already failed US sanctions.
Iran 'loudly' supports Lebanon's resistance against Israel: Amir-Abdollahian Press TV 28 Apr 2023 -- Iran's foreign minister has expressed satisfaction about the fact that Palestinian and Lebanese resistance movements are in their "strongest ever" position, declaring in a visit to Lebanon that the Islamic Republic "loudly" supports the Lebanese resistance against the Israeli regime.
U.S. Imposes Sanctions On Iran's IRGC Intelligence Unit, Russia's FSB For Detentions Of U.S. Citizens RFE/RL 28 Apr 2023 -- The United States on April 27 added new sanctions against the intelligence unit of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) and Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) for allegedly taking part in the detention of Americans in Iran and Russia.
Iran: Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the EU on the confirmation of the death sentence against Jamshid Sharmahd by Iranian court EC/CEU 28 Apr 2023 -- The European Union strongly condemns the Iranian Supreme Court's decision on 26 April 2023 to uphold the death sentence against German-Iranian national Jamshid Sharmahd.
Iran calls for multilateralism as Shanghai group's defense ministers meet Press TV 28 Apr 2023 -- Iran's defense minister has warned about growing attempts by the West and US-led NATO military alliance to create a unipolar world, saying the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) should be after consolidation of balanced policies and expansion of multilateralism.
Baha'i, Families Of Executed Prisoners Say Iranian Government Pressuring On Mass Gravesite RFE/RL 28 Apr 2023 -- A group of families of Iranian political prisoners killed in the 1980s and Baha'is have launched a campaign condemning the Intelligence Ministry for pressuring Baha'i families to bury their dead in the mass graves occupied by prisoners executed in the 1988 massacre.
Iranian Woman Dies After Confrontation Escalates Over Hijab RFE/RL 28 Apr 2023 -- A woman in the central Iranian province of Kerman has been killed during a confrontation between her family and a group of individuals enforcing the mandatory hijab policy as tensions over the policy remain high.
Iran Arrests Activists After 'Clubhouse' Meeting Calls For New Political System RFE/RL 28 Apr 2023 -- Iranian political activist Abdollah Momeni did not mince his words when describing the clerical establishment, comparing it to a drunken captain steering his ship toward a cliff.
Iran's Leading Sunni Cleric Calls Out Supreme Leader VOA 28 Apr 2023 -- Influential Iranian Sunni Muslim cleric Abdul Hamid Ismaeelzehi, known as Molavi Abdul Hamid, criticized Iran's supreme leader during his Friday sermon in Zahedan City and said that holding a referendum to solve problems would not be needed if the authorities instead listened to the voice of the people.
Iran's Air Defense Force 'absolute power' in region: Top commander Press TV 27 Apr 2023 -- The commander of the Iranian Army's Air Defense Force says his forces are the "absolute power" in the region, citing their self-reliance in producing military equipment and capability to export them.
Iran Can Now Track Unique Radar Signature of Individual F-35 Jets Sputnik 27 Apr 2023 -- Burdened by decades of Western restrictions on arms imports in the wake of the 1979 revolution, the Islamic Republic has created a powerful homegrown defense sector, ranging from radar and missile systems to satellites and defense electronics.
Iran wants nothing but good for Lebanon, backs any internal agreement over new president: FM Press TV 27 Apr 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says the Islamic Republic strongly supports any agreement between the political parties in Lebanon on electing a new president.
Merchant Vessel Seized by IRGCN in Gulf of Oman CENTCOM 27 Apr 2023 -- On April 27 at approximately 1:15 p.m. 1ocal time, Marshall Islands-flagged oil tanker Advantage Sweet was seized by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy (IRGCN) while transiting international waters in the Gulf of Oman. The oil tanker issued a distress call during the seizure. U.S. 5th Fleet is monitoring the situation.
Iranian Forces Seize Marshall Islands-Flagged Oil Tanker In Gulf Of Oman RFE/RL 27 Apr 2023 -- Iranian forces have seized a Marshall Islands-flagged oil tanker in international waters in the Gulf of Oman, the U.S. Navy and Iranian state media reported on April 27, the latest string of hijackings in the region began in 2019 after then-President Donald Trump unilaterally withdrew the United States from a nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers.
Iran seizes fleeing oil tanker which hit vessel, leaving two missing in Sea of Oman Press TV 27 Apr 2023 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran Navy has seized a Marshall Islands-flagged oil tanker in the Sea of Oman and directed it toward the country's territorial waters after the ship hit an Iranian vessel and tried to flee in violation of maritime regulations.
Statement from President Joe Biden on New Steps to Punish and Deter Wrongful Detention and Hostage-Taking The White House 27 Apr 2023
Background Press Call by Senior Administration Officials on the Administration's Actions to Punish and Deter Wrongful Detention and Hostage-Taking The White House 27 Apr 2023
Sanctioning Russian Federation and Iranian State Actors Responsible for the Wrongful Detention of U.S. Nationals US Dept. of State 27 Apr 2023
U.S. Imposes Sanctions On Iran's IRGC Intelligence Unit, Russia's FSB For Detentions Of U.S. Citizens RFE/RL 27 Apr 2023 -- The United States on April 27 added new sanctions against the intelligence unit of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) and Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) for allegedly taking part in the detention of Americans in Iran and Russia.
Biden Slaps Sanctions on Russia's FSB, Iran's IRGC for Detaining Americans VOA 27 Apr 2023 -- The Biden administration on Thursday announced new sanctions against the Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) and the intelligence arm of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) for their roles in wrongfully detaining Americans abroad.
Treasury Sanctions Officials of Iranian Intelligence Agency Responsible for Detention of U.S. Nationals in Iran US Treasury 27 Apr 2023 -- Today, the Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned four senior officials of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Intelligence Organization (IRGC-IO), an entity that is being concurrently designated by the State Department for its role in the hostage-taking or wrongful detention of U.S. nationals in Iran.
Plainclothes Agents Reported To Be Enforcing Iran's Hijab Law In Tehran RFE/RL 27 Apr 2023 -- Plainclothes security agents are reportedly appearing in public spaces throughout the Iranian capital of Tehran, warning women to observe the mandatory hijab law amid a wave of defiance against the dress code following the death of a young woman while in police custody for an alleged head scarf offense.
Berlin Urges Tehran to Cancel Death Sentence for Iranian-German Citizen VOA 27 Apr 2023 -- Germany is condemning as "unacceptable" the death sentence handed down in Iran against Jamshid Sharmahd, an Iranian-German dual citizen and opposition figure accused of masterminding a deadly 2008 bombing of a mosque in Shiraz.
Iran opens major power projects in energy-rich Khuzestan Press TV 27 Apr 2023 -- The Iranian government has opened a series of major electricity projects in the energy-rich province of Khuzestan in its southwest amid plans to boost business activity in the region.
US claims Iran can use funds frozen by S Korea for humanitarian purposes Press TV 27 Apr 2023 -- A spokesman for the United States National Security Council has reportedly claimed that Iran can use $7 billion worth of its blocked funds in South Korea to buy humanitarian items.
Raksha Mantri holds bilateral meeting with his Iranian counterpart on the sidelines of SCO Defence Ministers' Meeting in New Delhi India PIB 27 Apr 2023 -- Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh held a bilateral meeting with Iran's Minister of Defence and Armed Forces Logistics Brigadier General Mohammed Reza Gharaei Ashtiyani in New Delhi on April 27, 2023.
Iran denies it is helping either warring side in Ukraine IRNA 26 Apr 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has denied allegations that the country is providing aid to either of the warring parties in Ukraine.
Iran not provide military aid to any side in Ukraine's war: Amir-Abdollahian ISNA 26 Apr 2023 -- Iranian Minister of Foreign Affairs Hossein Amir-Abdollahian held a meeting with United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator Martin Griffiths for talks on issues of common concern, including the conditions and humanitarian situation in Syria, Yemen, Afghanistan, and Ukraine.
Iran sees Lebanon's security as equal to its own, Amir-Abdollahian says upon arrival in Beirut Press TV 26 Apr 2023 -- The Iranian foreign minister said the Islamic Republic regards Lebanon's security as being equal to its own security, after he arrived in Beirut for an official visit to discuss regional and international issues of concern by the two sides.
Iran obtains 'fingerprints' of enemy's warplanes, electronic military equipment: Defense official Press TV 26 Apr 2023 -- The chief executive officer of Iran Electronics Industries (IEI) says the country is in possession of the fingerprints of the electronic military equipment used by the enemy.
'Huge mistake' to miss chance to revive Iran nuclear deal, Russia warns Press TV 26 Apr 2023 -- Russia says missing the opportunity to revive the 2015 Iran nuclear deal is a "huge mistake," noting the parties that destroyed the multilateral agreement bear responsibility to bring it back to life.
Missing chance to revive JCPOA would be big mistake: Russia FM IRNA 26 Apr 2023 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has warned that missing the chance to revive Iran's nuclear deal, also known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), would be a big mistake.
Clashes Erupt In Restive Iranian Province After Teen Dies In Accident With Police Car RFE/RL 26 Apr 2023 -- Clashes have erupted between security forces and civilians in the southeastern Iranian city of Fanouj amid protests sparked by the death of a teen when his motorcycle collided with a police car.
Iran Closing Businesses Not Abiding by Hijab Law VOA 26 Apr 2023 -- Iranian authorities have been shutting down a large number of shops and businesses around the country they say are not observing the mandatory hijab law.
The Farda Briefing: Iranian Activists Angered By Khamenei's Rejection Of Referendum RFE/RL 26 Apr 2023
Lasting peace, security among goals pursued in four-party talks in Moscow: Iran defense min. Press TV 25 Apr 2023 -- The Iranian defense minister says achieving lasting peace and security topped the agenda of the four-party talks in Moscow between the defense ministers and intelligence chiefs of Russia, Syria, Turkey, and Iran.
Shoigu Holds Bilateral Talks With Iran, Syria, Turkiye Counterparts Sputnik 25 Apr 2023 -- Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu held several bilateral meetings with the defense ministers of Syria, Iran and Turkiye in Moscow, and discussed ensuring global and regional security, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Tuesday.
Withdrawal of Turkish troops discussed at four-party meeting in Moscow: Syria Press TV 25 Apr 2023 -- Damascus says defense ministers and intelligence chiefs of Russia, Syria, Turkey, and Iran have discussed the withdrawal of Turkish troops from the Arab country, as efforts continue to mend ties between Ankara and Damascus.
Iran Navy cmdr.: New Fateh-class submarines to join Army's naval fleet 'in near future' Press TV 25 Apr 2023 -- Iranian Navy Commander Rear Admiral Shahram Irani says two new types of the domestically-designed Fateh (Conqueror)-class submarine will join the force "in the near future."
IRGC at pinnacle of its power; US, Israel cannot withstand corps' capabilities: Top commander Press TV 25 Apr 2023 -- The second-in-command of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the elite force has managed to become so powerful that neither the Americans nor the Zionists can hold out against it.
How Iran once again stopped US from violating its borders IRNA 25 Apr 2023 -- Reports last week showed that Iran stopped the US military from violating its borders yet again. This time it involved an Iranian submarine and a US submarine off the Iranian territorial waters.
Quadrilateral talks in Moscow focus on lasting peace, security: Iran's Defense min. IRNA 25 Apr 2023 -- Iran's Defense Minister Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Ashtiani has said that the quadrilateral talks among Russia, Iran, Syria, and Turkiye were held in Moscow with the aim of achieving lasting peace and security in the region.
Fighting terrorism stressed in Moscow quadrilateral confab IRNA 25 Apr 2023 -- The Quadrilateral Moscow Conference attended by defense ministers of Russia, Iran, Syria, and Turkiye emphasized the need for a joint combat against terrorism.
Re-imposition of illegal unilateral sanctions threaten multilateralism: Iran envoy to UN ISNA 25 Apr 2023 -- Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Iran to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani stressed that the US' unilateral withdrawal from the JCPOA, re-imposition of illegal unilateral sanctions on Iran, its coercion of other countries to engage in these illegal actions, and defiance of the International Court of Justice's order are striking examples of how such harmful unilateral acts violate the UN Charter, undermine the UN system and threaten the multilateralism.
Iran imposes retaliatory sanctions against some of EU, UK individuals, entities ISNA 25 Apr 2023 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry has in a statement announced sanctions against a number of individuals and legal entities in the European Union and in the United Kigndom in what it says is a countermeasure measure against their acts of interference in Iran's affairs.
Tehran University Students Clash With Security Forces Over Hijab Punishment RFE/RL 25 Apr 2023 -- Tehran University security forces and students clashed on April 25 over the mandatory hijab law as tensions on campuses around the country continue to rise over the issue.
Efforts underway to evacuate Iranian expats from Sudan: Foreign ministry IRNA 24 Apr 2023 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry has announced that it is working on measures to evacuate Iranian nationals from Sudan, where conflict has been going on between the army and a rival paramilitary group for more than a week now.
Moscow to host defense ministers, intelligence chiefs of Turkey, Russia, Syria, Iran Press TV 24 Apr 2023 -- Turkey's Defense Minister Hulusi Akar says Moscow will host a new round of meeting among the defense ministers and intelligence chiefs of Russia, Syria, Turkey, and Iran as part of efforts made to normalize relations between Ankara and Damascus.
Iran's battle-tested drones in great demand worldwide: Gen. IRNA 24 Apr 2023 -- Head of Iran's Aviation Industries Organization (IAIO) says Iranian-made drones are battle-tested and have unique combat capabilities, which is why they are in great demand worldwide.
Iran hacks three enemy aircraft, two simultaneously, flying near its airspace: Defense official Press TV 24 Apr 2023 -- The chief executive officer of Iran Electronics Industries (IEI) says Iranian experts have employed an array of electronic warfare tactics to successfully hack three hostile aircraft as they were on reconnaissance missions in the country's airspace.
Iran's defense products entering global market as list of intl. customers grows longer: Defense Ministry Press TV 24 Apr 2023 -- The head of the Iran Aviation Industries Organization (IAIO) has highlighted the country's self-reliance in manufacturing military equipment, including drones, saying many countries want to purchase the Iranian defense products.
Iran's annual petchem output capacity to reach 95 mt: Official IRNA 24 Apr 2023 -- CEO of Iran's National Petrochemical Company (NPC) says the country's annual capacity for production of petrochemicals will reach 95 million metric tons (mt) by the end of the current Iranian calendar year, up from a current figure of 92 million mt.
Iranian Oil Workers Join Labor Unrest Over Wages, Living Conditions RFE/RL 24 Apr 2023 -- Workers from several industries in Iran, including the oil sector, continue to strike in protest of inadequate wage increases and deteriorating living conditions amid spiraling inflation and a widening gap between household income and expenses.
US Officials Urge Iran to Release Detainees VOA 24 Apr 2023 -- On the 5th anniversary of the imprisonment of Iranian American citizen Emad Shargi in Evin Prison, the U.S. special envoy for Iran called Sunday for his immediate release.
Iran: Council sanctions eight additional individuals and one entity over human rights violations EC/CEU 24 Apr 2023 -- The Council decided today to impose restrictive measures on eight additional individuals and one entity responsible for serious human rights violations in Iran.
Iran imposes retaliatory sanctions on EU, UK individuals, entities IRNA 24 Apr 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry has announced sanctions against a number of individuals and legal entities in the European Union and in the United Kigndom in what it says is a countermeasure measure against their acts of interference in Iran's affairs.
In retaliatory move, Iran imposes sanctions on EU, British individuals, entities Press TV 24 Apr 2023 -- Iran has imposed sanctions on more than 20 individuals and entities from the European Union and the United Kingdom, after the bloc and London imposed a fresh round of sanctions targeting Iranian officials and organizations.
Iran's UN ambassador: US unilateral actions violate UN Charter, threaten multilateralism Press TV 24 Apr 2023 -- Iran's permanent ambassador to the United Nations says unilateral measures taken by the United States are against the UN Charter while threatening multilateralism in the world.
Insisting on a failed policy: EU, UK impose additional sanctions on Iranian individuals, entities Press TV 24 Apr 2023 -- The European Union and the UK have imposed new sanctions on a number of Iranian individuals and entities over alleged human rights violations, despite the fact that the failure of such a policy has been proven many times over the past years.
US Sanctions 5 Iranians Linked to Suppression of Protests, Online News VOA 24 Apr 2023 -- The U.S. on Monday sanctioned four senior Iranian officials it said were responsible for the "brutal suppression" of protests that erupted last year against Tehran's morality police for the arrest and death of a young woman detained for not properly wearing a hajib.
U.S., EU, Britain Tighten Sanctions On Iran For Rights Abuses, With Focus On IRGC RFE/RL 24 Apr 2023 -- The European Union, United States, and Britain stepped up their sanction regimes against Iran for human rights violations, with the focus set on the hard-line Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) military force.
Designating Iranian Officials in Connection with Serious Human Rights Abuses Or Censorship in Iran US Dept. of State 24 Apr 2023 -- The United States condemns Iran's continued human rights abuses and remains committed to supporting the people of Iran as they face the brutality of the Iranian regime and demand respect for their fundamental freedoms.
Treasury Sanctions Senior Iranian Officials Overseeing Violent Protest Suppression and Censorship US Treasury 24 Apr 2023 -- Today, the Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned four senior officials of the Law Enforcement Forces of Iran (LEF) and Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), the primary Iranian security forces responsible for the regime's brutal suppression of the protests that broke out in September 2022 following the arrest and death of Mahsa Jina Amini while in the custody of Iran's Morality Police. OFAC is also taking action against the new Secretary of Iran's Supreme Council of Cyberspace (SCC), the authority responsible for Iran's cyberspace policy and blockage of popular websites. Today's action is being taken in coordination with the United Kingdom, which is also imposing similar sanctions on senior Iranian security officials.
UK and international partners announce new sanctions on Iranian regime UK FCDO 24 Apr 2023 -- The UK, US and EU are today announcing further sanctions on Iranian regime officials responsible for human rights violations.
Iran military program deterrence not against other states: FM spokesman IRNA 23 Apr 2023 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has said that the country's military program is merely for defense and deterrence not to be used against any state, which is not thinking of conducting aggression against the Islamic Republic.
IRGC a powerful entity protecting Iran's Islamic Republic: FM spox IRNA 23 Apr 2023 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani posted a tweet on Saturday on the anniversary of the establishment of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), praising the force for its great role in defending the country and its national security.
Enemies enraged by IRGC's full support for Iranian nation, Islamic Republic: Tehran Press TV 23 Apr 2023 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) serves as a "powerful arm" that guards the Islamic Republic and its national interests while infuriating the sworn enemies, says Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman.
Iran's New Hijab Surveillance System Met with Internal Defiance, Derision VOA 23 Apr 2023 -- Iran's new domestic surveillance program for enforcing its mandatory hijab law is having a shaky start, with many women appearing to ignore it, lawyers sharply criticizing it and activists observed to be plotting to subvert it.
Iran Forming Special Team to Deal With 'Non-Veiling' VOA 22 Apr 2023 -- An Iranian city prosecutor has announced an agreement between the judiciary, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, and the so-called morality police to form a special force to deal with women who refuse to comply with compulsory veiling.
No limits to development of Tehran-Abu Dhabi relations, Top Iranian diplomat says Press TV 22 Apr 2023 -- Highlighting the close interactions between officials from Iran and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says the Islamic Republic sees no limits to the promotion of relations with the neighboring Persian Gulf country in various fields.
Illegal Abortions In Iran Rising 'Significantly' In Wake Of Restrictions RFE/RL 22 Apr 2023 -- In an attempt to boost Iran's flagging population growth, the government approved a controversial law in 2021 that further tightened restrictions on medical abortions and banned the free distribution of contraceptives.
IRGC's 'strategic capabilities' fueling fear in enemy camp: Top cmdr. Press TV 21 Apr 2023 -- The Chief of General Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces has lauded the readiness of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps in the face of threats, saying the IRGC's capabilities instill fear in the enemy's camp.
Iran Army drones capable of striking distant targets: General Press TV 21 Apr 2023 -- A senior Iranian commander says the Army has boosted its drone power and is currently capable of conducting defensive operations to easily hit distant targets.
Reports Say Confrontations Between Iranian Students, Security Forces Growing Over Hijab Rules RFE/RL 21 Apr 2023 -- Confrontations between university students and authorities over mandatory hijab regulations are reportedly on the rise following a monthslong crackdown over protests sparked by the September death of Mahsa Amini while in police custody for an alleged head scarf offense.
Protest Is People's Right, Iranian Imam Says in Eid al-Fitr Sermon VOA 21 Apr 2023 -- A Sunni imam said Friday during an Eid al-Fitr sermon in Zahedan, Iran, that people have a right to protest and the government should listen to their demands.
Over 200 new strategic drones added to Iran Army fleet IRNA 20 Apr 2023 -- Iran has added more than 200 domestically-produced strategic drones to its fleet of military equipment during a ceremony held in the capital Tehran.
Iranian Army receives 200 long-range, strategic drones equipped with missiles Press TV 20 Apr 2023 -- Iran's Army has received more than 200 long-range strategic drones which have been designed and manufactured by the country's Defense Ministry in cooperation with the Army.
Iranian Navy forces US nuclear submarine to surface in Persian Gulf IRNA 20 Apr 2023 -- Commander of the Iranian Navy Rear Admiral Shahram Irani has given new details about a warning issued by the Iranian naval forces to a US nuclear-powered submarine in the strategic Strait of Hormuz for the vessel to surface and change its direction.
Iran's Navy forces US submarine to surface as it approaches Strait of Hormuz Press TV 20 Apr 2023 -- Iran's Navy says its Fateh (Conqueror) submarine has issued a stern warning to a nuclear-powered US submarine in the Strait of Hormuz, forcing it to surface.
Iran Forces US Sub Sneaking Through Hormuz Strait to Surface Sputnik 20 Apr 2023 -- During National Army Day festivities on Tuesday, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi lauded the military's efforts to bolster security against terrorism, and called on uninvited foreign forces that pose a threat to the Middle East's security to "leave the region as soon as possible."
IRGC Ground Force disbands terror cells, captures terrorists in Sistan and Baluchestan province Press TV 20 Apr 2023 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Ground Force has managed to dismantle two foreign-backed terror cells and arrest as many terrorists during a string of operations in the country's southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan close to the border with Pakistan.
IRGC dismantles terrorist groups, confiscates arms IRNA 20 Apr 2023 -- The Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) of Sistan and Baluchestan province, in southeastern Iran, has identified and arrested bandits and terrorist groups who possessed hundreds of different weapons.
Iran signs agreement in Russia to facilitate trade via INSTC IRNA 20 Apr 2023 -- Iran has signed a trilateral memorandum of understanding (MoU) in Russia to facilitate cargo transit through its territory, especially via the International North-South Transportation Corridor (INSTC).
United States Imposes Sanctions on Iranian Military Procurement Network US Dept. of State 20 Apr 2023 -- The United States remains firmly committed to taking action to disrupt Iran's military programs and its procurement networks.
Iranians React After Supreme Leader Rejects Referendums VOA 20 Apr 2023 -- Iranian political experts and social media users have been criticizing Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei after he ruled out holding popular referendums on state policies this week.
IRGC monitors US drone boat passing through Strait of Hormuz IRNA 19 Apr 2023 -- The US Navy sailed a drone boat through the Strait of Hormuz in southern Iran while the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) forces closely monitored its movement through the strategic waterway, reports said.
Iran's defense arena reaching its highest peaks of strength: IRGC chief Press TV 19 Apr 2023 -- The chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has commended the increasingly growing power of Iran's Army, noting that the country's defense arena is reaching its "highest peaks of strength".
Israel wary as Iran's military might has grown 'hundred-fold': Israeli general Press TV 19 Apr 2023 -- A high-ranking former Israeli military commander has acknowledged Tel Aviv's inability to carry out acts of military adventurism against Iran's peaceful nuclear program, saying the Islamic Republic's military might has grown "hundred-fold".
Iranian Navy's homegrown anti-submarine drones come into operation: Commander Press TV 19 Apr 2023 -- Iranian Navy Commander Rear Admiral Shahram Irani says his force has employed new unmanned aerial vehicles designed and manufactured domestically to detect and destroy hostile vessels and submarines.
Treasury Sanctions Procurement Network Supporting Iran's UAV and Military Programs US Treasury 19 Apr 2023 -- Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated one individual and six entities in a sanctions evasion network that has facilitated Iran's procurement of electronic components for its destabilizing military programs, including those used in unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Particularly, this action targets the head of U.S.-designated Iran's Pardazan System Namad Arman (PASNA), and the entity's Iran-, Malaysia-, Hong Kong-, and PRC-based front companies and suppliers that have enabled PASNA's procurement of goods and technology. This action also updates the OFAC Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List (SDN List) entry for PASNA to include an alias and the names of two fictitious companies used by PASNA in its procurement efforts.
Rattled by Iran's drone prowess, new US sanctions target 1 person, 6 entities Press TV 19 Apr 2023 -- Rattled by Iran's drone prowess, the United States has imposed fresh sanctions on an Iranian individual as well as several companies over their alleged links to the Islamic Republic's drone and military programs.
U.S. Imposes Sanctions On Network Of Suppliers For Iran's Drone Program RFE/RL 19 Apr 2023 -- The United States has imposed sanctions on a network of companies and suppliers - mostly based in China - that the Treasury Department says support Iranian drone manufacturing.
Negotiations between Iran, IAEA progressing: AEOI chief ISNA 19 Apr 2023 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami stressed that the process of negotiations between Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is progressing and technical and expert delegations are keeping in close contact.
Iranian president says U.S. forces compromise regional security People's Daily 19 Apr 2023 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi on Tuesday urged foreign forces, particularly those of the United States, to leave the West Asia region as soon as possible, as they are compromising regional security.
Iran raps G7 for bullying independent countries, calls for 'realistic approach' Press TV 19 Apr 2023 -- Iran has hit back at Group of Seven 9G7) countries for leveling an array of allegations against the Islamic Republic's nuclear program and regional activities, urging the US-led grouping to adopt a realistic approach based on mutual respect.
Iranian Former Crown Prince's 'Historic' Trip To Israel Courts Controversy RFE/RL 19 Apr 2023 -- Iran's former crown prince, Reza Pahlavi, has stirred controversy after visiting Israel, Tehran's arch enemy.
More School Poisonings Reported in Iran VOA 19 Apr 2023 -- Gas and chemical attacks continued in Iran, targeting mostly girls' schools Wednesday in several cities, including Tehran, VOA's Persian service reported. Dozens of students were hospitalized.
The Farda Briefing: Iranian Women Defy Newest Police Crackdown On Hijab Violators RFE/RL 19 Apr 2023
Iran raps Western states, media for exploiting Ukrainian plane tragedy Press TV 19 Apr 2023 -- A senior Iranian official has slammed certain Western countries and their media for exploiting the January 2020 Ukrainian plane crash tragedy, reaffirming Iran's commitment to delivering justice.
'Enemies capitalize on Ukraine plane crash case to harm Iran' IRNA 19 Apr 2023 -- A senior government official has censured certain states for misusing the case of the Ukrainian plane crash that happened in Iran in 2020 to harm the Islamic Republic.
'Iranian ground forces receive over 1K pieces of new equipment' IRNA 18 Apr 2023 -- The Iranian Army Ground Forces Commander Brigadier General Kiumars Heidari has said that the force has reecived some 1,084 pieces of new equipment.
Iran Army is 90% self-sufficient in defense equipment: Commander IRNA 18 Apr 2023 -- Deputy Commander of Iranian Army for Coordination Affairs Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari has said that Iran's Army currently enjoys 90% self-sufficiency in defense equipment.
'Large number of drones' parade at Iran's Army Day event IRNA 18 Apr 2023 -- A large number of home-made military drones have paraded at a ceremony held by the Iranian Army in Tehran.
Iran Army enjoys 90% self-sufficiency in manufacturing military equipment: Cmdr. Press TV 18 Apr 2023 -- A senior Iranian Army commander says the armed forces enjoy high level of self-sufficiency in manufacturing military equipment, promising to deliver "good news" in the field of drones in the near future.
Iran unveils new drones, missile systems in parade marking National Army Day Press TV 18 Apr 2023 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran Army units have unveiled a broad range of advanced gear such as homegrown missiles, tanks, armored vehicles, unmanned aerial vehicles, radar systems and air defense missile systems in a military parade marking the National Army Day.
Iran 'fully prepared' to counter any illusion of power balance disruption: Army chief Press TV 18 Apr 2023 -- Chief Commander of the Iranian Army Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi says the country's armed forces are fully prepared to counter any power that harbors illusion about disrupting the balance of power or carrying out an act of aggression.
Iran anchor of stability and security in region: IRGC Cmdr IRNA 18 Apr 2023 -- Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Hossein Salaami has said that Iran is the anchor of stability and security in the West Asia region, adding that the country seeks to use its defense power to guarantee regional peace and tranquility.
Iran's armed forces warmly shake any hand that wants to maintain regional security: President Raisi ISNA 18 Apr 2023 -- Emphasizing that the presence of Iranian armed forces is a security-building factor for the region, the President said, "The message of the Army Day ceremony is a message of peace and friendship for the countries of the region, and our armed forces warmly shake any hand that wants to maintain security for the region today".
New Wave Of Illnesses Renews Fears Of Possible Poisonings At Iranian Schools RFE/RL 18 Apr 2023 -- Several Iranian cities have seen a new wave of suspicious illnesses mainly at girls schools sparked by what some have called poisonings, reigniting fears among families after a similar outbreak saw hundreds of students taken to the hospital.
Leader: Enemy seeking to polarize Iranian nation; demands should be realistic Press TV 18 Apr 2023 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the enemy has always sought to polarize the Iranian nation, calling on the country's student community to adhere to the principles of realism in its demands.
Group Says Court Review Cuts Sentences For Those Convicted In Iranian Militia Member Killing RFE/RL 18 Apr 2023 -- An Iranian rights group says three people sentenced to death in the case of the November 3 killing of Basij militia member Ruhollah Ajamian in Karaj have had their penalties changed to prison time, while several others had their punishments cut as well after a Supreme Court-ordered review of the case.
Gas production at Iran's South Pars up by 6% IRNA 18 Apr 2023 -- South Pars Gas Complex (SPGC) produced 17.2 billion cubic meters (bcm) of natural gas over the winter, an increase of 6% compared to the quarter to late March 2022, according to SPGC's deputy managing director Hossein Shamshiri.
'Downing Ukrainian plane in Jan 2020 was human error, not system malfunction' IRNA 18 Apr 2023 -- Head of the Tehran Judiciary Organization of the Armed Forces Ali Eftekhari says that Iran's air defense system was not defective when it downed a Ukrainian plane in January 2020, adding that the tragedy occurred due to a human error.
Joint Statement from the International Coordination and Response Group for the victims of Flight PS752 on the criminal trials in Iran Canada 18 Apr 2023 -- The International Coordination and Response Group for the victims of Flight PS752, representing Canada, Sweden, the United Kingdom, and Ukraine, today issued the following joint statement:
UN envoy says in contact with Iranian, Saudi officials over peace in Yemen IRNA 17 Apr 2023 -- United Nations' Special Envoy for Yemen Hans Grundberg said on Monday that he is keeping contact with officials of Iran, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in order for peace efforts to go ahead in Yemen.
World order shifting in favor of independent nations, Raeisi writes to Syria's Assad Press TV 17 Apr 2023 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi says the global and regional order is shifting in favor of free and independent nations in light of long years of sincere cooperation between Iran and Syria as well as historic resistance of the two Muslim states.
Dozens of businesses closed down in Iran over failure to observe hijab laws IRNA 17 Apr 2023 -- Iran Police spokesman says more than a hundred businesses were closed down in the country for failing to observe the Islamic dress code for women - the hijab.
Iranian Women, Girls Continue To Defy Hijab Crackdown RFE/RL 17 Apr 2023 -- Despite a new plan by the Iranian police to crack down more severely on those opposing the wearing of the hijab -- the head covering compulsory for Muslim women -- reports and images published on social media indicate that a significant number of Iranian women and girls continue to resist the measures.
Kanaani says path of technical negotiations between Iran, IAEA continues ISNA 17 Apr 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman, Nasser Kanaani expressed hope that the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) would be committed to the technical path in its talks with Iran.
Top general: Iranian Army protecting country's territorial integrity from enemy's threats Press TV 17 Apr 2023 -- Iran's top general has hailed the role played by the Army in protecting the country's territorial integrity in the face of all hostile measures since the victory of the 1979 Islamic Revolution.
Iran: Unipolar world is dead; US no longer known as superpower Press TV 17 Apr 2023 -- The spokesman for the Iranian Foreign Ministry says the unipolar world order has ceased to exist as new powers are emerging, stressing that the US government is faced with a shrinking sphere of influence and depleting power.
FM Spox: US still a power but no longer a superpower IRNA 17 Apr 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has rejected the concept of a unipolar world, saying that the United States is still a power, but it is no longer a superpower.
'No Unipolar World Anymore': Iranian FM Spox Says US No Longer Superpower Sputnik 17 Apr 2023 -- Speaking to reporters on Monday, Nasser Kanaani, a spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry, said the time had ended in which the United States was the global hegemon, calling the shots the world over.
Iran will not compromise on Hirmand River water right: FM Amir-Abdollahian Press TV 17 Apr 2023 -- Iran's foreign minister says the country has raised the issue of its water right with respect to the border river of Hirmand, also known as Helmand, with the acting Taliban government of Afghanistan.
Iran not to compromise on its water rights to Hirmand River: FM IRNA 17 Apr 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said Iran and Afghanistan have agreed to take "immediate steps" to settle a long-running water dispute, stressing that the Islamic Republic "will not compromise on its water rights" to the Hirmand River.
Families Of Flight PS752 Victims Criticize Iran's Judiciary For 'Show Trial' RFE/RL 17 Apr 2023 -- An association representing the families of those killed in the downing of a Ukrainian commercial flight by Iran more than two years ago has criticized the verdicts issued in Iran against the alleged perpetrators as a "show trial."
Iranian officers receive jail sentences for downing Ukrainian plane in 2020 IRNA 17 Apr 2023 -- A military court in Iran has delivered a verdict to those who were behind the downing of the Ukrainian passenger plane near Tehran's Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) in 2020.
MKO-affiliated cell dismantled in northern Iran IRNA 16 Apr 2023 -- Iranian security forces have dismantled an operative cell affiliated with the terrorist Mujahedin-e-Khalq Organization (MKO) in northern Iran.
Supreme leader says ultimate goal of US in starting wars in Iraq, Afghanistan was Iran, but it failed ISNA 16 Apr 2023 -- Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the Commander-in-Chief of the Iranian Armed Forces, met with Iranian commanders and senior military officials on Sunday during which, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution stated that "the enemy can be defeated despite its seemingly solid calculations and military power."
Iran voices concern over Sudan's unrest ISNA 16 Apr 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani has reacted to the fresh developments and unrest in Sudan, saying the Islamic Republic of Iran is concerned about what is happening in the Muslim and brotherly country of Sudan.
Iran court hands down jail sentences to 10 military staff over 2020 Ukraine jet downing Press TV 16 Apr 2023 -- An Iranian court has issued a verdict for 10 members of the country's Armed Forces who were involved in the 2020 accidental downing of a Ukrainian passenger plane in the skies over the capital, Tehran.
Iran Sentences 10 Military Members To Prison In 2020 Downing Of Ukrainian Airliner That Killed 176 RFE/RL 16 Apr 2023 -- Iran has sentenced 10 members of the armed forces to prison on charges of involvement in the 2020 downing of a Ukrainian airliner that killed 176 people, according to the Iranian judiciary's website.
IRGC seizes foreign tanker smuggling fuel in Persian Gulf IRNA 16 Apr 2023 -- A commander at the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) naval forces has announced that the force has seized a foreign tanker in the Persian Gulf loaded with 1.45 million liters of smuggled diesel.
Many countries send aircraft to Iran for repairs: Minister IRNA 16 Apr 2023 -- Iran's transportation minister Mehrdad Bazrpash says the country is now capable of repairing aircraft parts, in spite of long-running sanctions aimed at hampering Iran's development.
Iran, Venezuela sign new MoUs to expand oil cooperation Press TV 16 Apr 2023 -- Iran and Venezuela have signed a series of memoranda of understanding (MoUs) to expand oil sector cooperation between the two countries, according to a report by Iranian oil ministry's news service Shana.
Daily COVID deaths drop to 27 in Iran IRNA 15 Apr 2023 -- Twenty-seven Iranians have lost their lives to COVID-19 over the past 24 hours, showing a considerable decline in death toll as compared to yesterday.
Iran invites warring sides in Sudan to dialogue as only way to end fighting IRNA 15 Apr 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has expressed concern over emergence of violence in Sudan, and invited the warring sides to practice restraint and find a political solution.
IRGC Ground Force test-fires new homegrown Sadid-365 top attack anti-tank missile Press TV 15 Apr 2023 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Ground Force has successfully test-launched a new homegrown top attack anti-tank missile, amid a drive to develop state-of-the-art military equipment.
Iranian Official Blames School Poisonings on Students VOA 15 Apr 2023 -- Dozens of schools in several provinces of Iran have been targeted by gas and chemical attacks that began in November, but now two officials in President Ebrahim Raisi's government are asserting the spate of school poisonings was "the mischief of the students."
US Cast as Villain During Meeting of Afghan Neighbors VOA 14 Apr 2023 -- A gathering of regional foreign ministers to discuss the way forward in Afghanistan this week brought little in the way of new initiatives but provided a forum for several of Kabul's neighbors to blame the country's economic plight on the United States and its Western allies.
Russia: Respect for Women's Rights, Inclusive Government Are Keys to Taliban Recognition VOA 14 Apr 2023 -- Russia said Friday that Afghanistan's Taliban had made progress against terrorism and drug trafficking but needed to resolve women's rights issues and create an inclusive government to win recognition for their rule.
Afghanistan should be venue for cooperation, not stage for geopolitical rivalries: joint statement Global Times 14 Apr 2023 -- A stable and peaceful Afghanistan is in the interests of all members of the international community, and the country should be a venue for international cooperation rather than a stage for geopolitical rivalries, foreign ministers of China, Russia, Pakistan and Iran stressed at the Second informal Meeting on Afghanistan in Samarkand, Uzbekistan on Thursday.
China calls for support for Afghanistan reconstruction, development Press TV 14 Apr 2023 -- China's foreign minister has called for concerted efforts to support Afghanistan's reconstruction and development during a summit meeting in Uzbekistan with counterparts from nations neighboring the war-ravaged country.
Normalization ploys will never bring security to Israel: President Raeisi Press TV 14 Apr 2023 -- Iran's President Ebrahim Raeisi has warned that normalization of Israel's relations with certain countries in the region will never contribute to the security of the Tel Aviv regime as it is on the verge of collapse.
Iranian Religious Scholar Challenges Khamenei Over Hijab Law RFE/RL 14 Apr 2023 -- Prominent Iranian female religious scholar Sedigheh Vasmaghi has challenged Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei over the Islamic republic's mandatory hijab law, holding him responsible for the "financial, physical, social, moral, psychological, and political" consequences of confronting opponents to the legislation.
Prominent Iranian Rights Activist Sentenced To Seven Years For Actions 'Against The Regime' RFE/RL 14 Apr 2023 -- Golrokh Ebrahimi Iraee, a prominent Iranian civil rights activist, has been sentenced to seven years in prison and handed "additional punishments" by the Tehran Islamic Revolutionary Court for actions going "against the regime."
Iranian FM says Afghanistan needs regional cooperation, not U.S.-led intervention People's Daily 14 Apr 2023 -- Iranian foreign minister on Thursday said Afghanistan is in need of regional cooperation to solve its current challenges rather than the U.S.-led intervention that had pushed the country toward poverty and instability.
Iran Sees More Student Poisonings in First 7 School Days of New Year VOA 14 Apr 2023 -- Iran has seen renewed poisonings of schoolchildren around the country in the first seven school days of the new Persian year after a holiday hiatus, leaving many Iranians angered but no closer to knowing who is behind the poisonings and why.
West seeks to prolong war in Ukraine: Iran FM Spox IRNA 13 Apr 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has categorically dismissed the recent allegations by the American publication that Iran is negotiating with Russia and China to purchase some materials with military use.
Taliban, China, Russia Foreign Ministers Attend Huddle on Afghanistan VOA 13 Apr 2023 -- Uzbekistan hosted a conference Thursday of foreign ministers of regional countries, including Russia and China, to review the situation and cooperation with Taliban-ruled Afghanistan.
Taliban Foreign Minister Joins Regional Huddle on Afghanistan VOA 13 Apr 2023 -- Uzbekistan is hosting a conference Thursday of foreign ministers of regional countries, including Russia and China, to review the situation and cooperation with Taliban-ruled Afghanistan.
Quartet neighboring states issue joint statement on formation of inclusive gov't in Afghanistan IRNA 13 Apr 2023 -- Foreign Ministers of four neighboring countries of Afghanistan, including Iran, have issued a joint statement in Uzbekistan necessitating the establishment of an inclusive government in Afghanistan with participation of all ethnic groups.
Quartet meeting reviews situation of Afghanistan: Iran FM IRNA 13 Apr 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has said that the quartet meeting with participation of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Pakistan, Russia and China reviewed the concerns about the situation in Afghanistan.
Statement by the Minister of State Ministerial Meeting of the Neighbours of Afghanistan (Samarkand, 13 April 2023) Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs 13 Apr 2023
Iran, China, Pakistan, and Russia urge US, allies to lift sanctions on Afghanistan Press TV 13 Apr 2023 -- Foreign ministers of Iran, China, Pakistan and Russia have urged the United States and its allies to accept their responsibility vis-à-vis the ongoing difficult situation in Afghanistan, immediately lift all unilateral sanctions against the war-ravaged country, and release its frozen assets.
Iranian Group Says More Than 400 Students Sanctioned In Wake Of Protests RFE/RL 13 Apr 2023 -- An Iranian academic group says more than 400 students have been suspended or expelled in the wake of recent nationwide protests sparked by the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini last September while being held for allegedly violating the strict Islamic dress code for women.
Thousands Of Iranians Send Letter To President Protesting Size Of Wage Increase RFE/RL 13 Apr 2023 -- Thousands of Iranian workers have signed a protest letter sent to President Ebrahim Raisi against an increase that would see the minimum wage rise by only about half of the current inflation rate.
Rights Groups Say Executions in Iran Reach Highest Level Since 2015 VOA 13 Apr 2023 -- Two human rights groups said in a report issued Thursday that Iran executed at least 582 prisoners last year, the country's highest level since 2015.
Iran says U.S. once sought to purchase Iran's heavy water People's Daily 13 Apr 2023 -- The spokesman of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) said the United States once sought to purchase heavy water from Iran for its "high quality," the semi-official Tasnim news agency reported on Wednesday.
US was after buying heavy water from Iran: AEOI spokesman IRNA 12 Apr 2023 -- Spokesman of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says the United States was once trying to buy heavy water from Iran because of the high quality of isotope which is a byproduct of the nuclear enrichment process.
Azerbaijani official calls Iran 'important neighbor' for Baku as tensions ease Press TV 12 Apr 2023 -- Azerbaijan's government has underlined the significance of diplomacy with the Islamic Republic of Iran and described Tehran as an "important neighbor" for Baku amid efforts by the two sides to iron out differences.
Imprisoned Iranian-British National Raouf Slams Tehran For Taking Foreign Bargaining Chips RFE/RL 12 Apr 2023 -- Iranian-British dual national Mehran Raouf, imprisoned at Tehran's Evin prison, has criticized Tehran's treatment of prisoners who hold foreign passports and accused it of using them as bargaining chips.
The Farda Briefing: Iran, Saudi Arabia Move To Implement Agreement On Restoring Ties RFE/RL 12 Apr 2023
COVID-19 claims 35 more lives as pandemic resurges in Iran IRNA 11 Apr 2023 -- Iran's health ministry says 35 people died of coronavirus over the past 24 hours, in what appears to be a sign that the pandemic is resurging in parts of the country.
Report confirms swap supply of fuel from Russia to Iran Press TV 11 Apr 2023 -- A report citing industry sources have confirmed statements by Iranian and Russian authorities suggesting the two countries have been involved in an agreement to swap oil products supplies.
Iran's helicopter force equipped with new precision missile IRNA 11 Apr 2023 -- A homegrown precision-guided missile has recently been handed over to the Airborne Division the Iranian Army's Ground Force, Commander of the Iranian Army's Ground Force Brigadier General Kioumars Heidari said.
Iranian Army Ground Force unveils Mohajer 6 jammer drone Press TV 11 Apr 2023 -- The Iranian Army's Ground Force has unveiled its first indigenously-manufactured jammer drone, which is designed to disrupt the communication between hostile unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and their controllers.
Iran announces major cabinet reshuffle IRNA 11 Apr 2023 -- Iran's Government Spokesman Ali Bahadori Jahromi says that the head of the Planning and Budget Organization and the agriculture minister have been replaced in a reshuffle in the economic team of the cabinet.
Iran says rapprochement with Saudi Arabia to positively impact on regional peace, stability People's Daily 11 Apr 2023 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman said Monday that the resumption of diplomatic relations between Iran and Saudi Arabia will have positive impacts on regional peace, stability and security, Iranian official news agency IRNA reported.
Iran, Saudi Arabia to exchange envoys after reopening diplomatic missions People's Daily 11 Apr 2023 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman said on Monday that Iran and Saudi Arabia will exchange ambassadors after the reopening of their diplomatic missions, Iran's official news agency IRNA reported.
US Lawmakers Urge EU to Declare Iran's Revolutionary Guards a Terrorist Group VOA 11 Apr 2023 -- A bipartisan group of more than 130 U.S. Congress members have signed a joint letter calling on the European Union to designate Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps as a terrorist organization.
American Sentenced for Role in Plot to Kidnap VOA Persian Host VOA 11 Apr 2023 -- A California woman has been sentenced to four years in prison for crimes related to a failed plot to kidnap VOA Persian host Masih Alinejad.
Top Russian, Syrian, Turkish, Iranian diplomats to meet in near future: Moscow Press TV 10 Apr 2023 -- Russia's deputy foreign minister says a quadrilateral meeting among the top diplomats of Russia, Syria, Turkey, and Iran will be held in the near future as part of efforts made to normalize relations between Ankara and Damascus.
Iran's daily COVID deaths surge to 42, authorities issue red alert IRNA 10 Apr 2023 -- Iranian authorities have urged people to observe health protocols as daily deaths caused by COVID-19 have reached a red alert level of 42, the higehst since the start of the current calendar year in late March.
Woman Sentenced to 48 Months in Prison for Conspiring to Violate U.S. Sanctions Against Iran US Dept. of Justice 10 Apr 2023 -- A California woman was sentenced on April 7 to four years in prison followed by three years of supervised release for conspiring to violate the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) by providing services, including financial services, to Iran and the Government of Iran, in violation of U.S. sanctions against Iran, and for structuring.
US says in contact with allies regarding Iran nuclear deal IRNA 10 Apr 2023 -- A US State Department spokesperson has said that Washington is keeping contact with "allies and partners" regarding the 2015 Iran nuclear deal known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, or the JCPOA.
Azerbaijan says 'important to continue talks with Iran IRNA 10 Apr 2023 -- Azerbaijan's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Ayhan Hajizadeh has said that his country is interested in developing "good-neighborly relations" with Iran, and regards the continuation of talks with the Islamic Republic as important.
Official: Iran ranks 4th in lithium reserves in world IRNA 10 Apr 2023 -- Managing director of Hamedan Industry, Mine and Trade said that based on the map of lithium reserves in the world, Iran ranked fourth in having this rare and strategic metal.
Iran Army chief: Israel cannot handle Iran's military might IRNA 10 Apr 2023 -- The commander of the Iranian Army has warned Israel that it cannot handle Iran's military might, saying the Zionist regime's power matches only that of one of Iran's operations during Iraq's war against the country in the 1980s.
Israel no match for Iran's Army; equivalent to one of Iran's operations in Iraq war: Army Chief Press TV 10 Apr 2023 -- The chief commander of the Iranian Army says the Israeli military, which heavily relies on sophisticated Western-built munitions, is no match for Iran's Armed Forces, dismissing hostile remarks by the Israeli army's chief of staff that Israel is "ready" to attack Iran even without US support.
US military moves aimed at concealing its declining power: Iran IRNA 10 Apr 2023 -- The US has been trying to conceal the decline of its power in the world by sending submarines and bombers to West Asia despite the region's lack of need for extra-regional military forces, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani said Monday.
Iran, Saudi Arabia will soon exchange ambassadors: Iran Spox IRNA 10 Apr 2023 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has announced that a Saudi delegation is visiting the Islamic Republic to follow up on the issue of reopening its diplomatic missions in Tehran and Mashhad cities.
Initial steps between Iran, Saudi Arabia to appoint ambassadors completed ISNA 10 Apr 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman, Nasser Kanaani announced that a delegation from Iran will depart for Saudi Arabia in the next few days to lay the ground for reopening the Iranian embassy in Riyadh and the consulate in Jeddah.
Iran's IRGC successfully tests new homegrown suicide drone Press TV 09 Apr 2023 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC)'s Ground Force has successfully tested a new suicide drone, dubbed Me'raj 532, designed and manufactured by young Iranian experts.
Iran's IRGC Claims Successful 110-Pound Warhead Kamikaze Drone Test Sputnik 09 Apr 2023 -- Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has conducted successful tests of a high-precision long-range kamikaze drone equipped with a 50 kilogram (110 pound) warhead, the head of the IRGC's R&D department, gen. Ali Kouhestani, said on Sunday.
Western plot to cause Iran-IAEA rift backfired: Nuclear chief IRNA 09 Apr 2023 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says a Western plot to use the UN nuclear watchdog to ramp up pressure against Iran has backfired, leading instead to increased cooperation between Tehran and the agency.
Ditching US dollar to minimize West's economic dominance: Iran's Shamkhani Press TV 09 Apr 2023 -- Iran's top security official says the move to reduce the use of dollar in regional and international transactions, joined by several countries, will minimize the West's dominance over the global economy.
Saudi delegation in Iran to discuss reopening of diplomatic missions IRNA 08 Apr 2023 -- A delegation from Saudi Arabia has arrived in Iran to discuss mechanisms for reopening the kingdom's embassy in the Islamic Republic, Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported on Saturday.
Saudi delegation in Iran to discuss reopening diplomatic missions: Report Press TV 08 Apr 2023 -- A delegation of Saudi technical officials has reportedly arrived in Iran to discuss mechanisms for the reopening of the kingdom's embassy in Tehran and consulate general in the city of Mashhad.
Russian president's aide in Iran for talks on North-South transportation link Press TV 08 Apr 2023 -- Russia's State Council Secretary Igor Levitin has launched a two-day visit to Tehran to discuss ways to bolster economic cooperation with high-ranking Iranian officials.
Iran, Russia discuss implementation of INSTC corridor IRNA 08 Apr 2023 -- Senior officials from Iran and Russia have explored ways to implement the strategically important International North-South Transit Corridor (INSTC).
Iran denies it suffered any losses in conversion of Iraqi debt to dinar Press TV 08 Apr 2023 -- The Central Bank of Iran (CBI) has denied reports it suffered any losses because of converting its dollar debts from Iraq to the currency of the Arab country.
Iran, Azerbaijan FMs discuss ways to resolve misunderstandings in ties Press TV 08 Apr 2023 -- Foreign ministers of Iran and Azerbaijan have held discussions about ways to resolve the existing misunderstandings and issues pertaining to mutual relations amid soaring tensions between the two neighboring countries.
China, France support restoration of talks to lift sanctions on Iran IRNA 07 Apr 2023 -- Following French President Emmanuel Macron's state visit to Beijing, China and France issued a joint statement on Friday in which they supported the political and diplomatic talks to lift sanctions on Iran.
French, Iranian FMs meet in Beijing, stress expansion of ties IRNA 07 Apr 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian and his French counterpart Catherine Colonna met in Beijing on Thursday evening, taking advantage of the simultaneous presence of the high-ranking delegations of the two countries in China.
Iran, France agree to continue talks to overcome challenges: FM Amir-Abdollahian Press TV 07 Apr 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says Tehran and Paris have a common stance that talks should be continued based on mutual respect in order to overcome the existing challenges.
Tehran vows retaliation after Baku's 'radical' moves against Iranian teachers, diplomats Press TV 07 Apr 2023 -- Iran says it will take "diplomatic countermeasures" in response to Azerbaijan's radical and unconstructive positions against Iranian teachers and diplomats residing in Baku.
Some Azeri officials' acts unconstructive, contrary to neighborly norms: Spox IRNA 07 Apr 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani considered some harsh acts of Azerbaijan Republic government as emotional, unconstructive and contrary to peaceful neighborly norms.
Saudi-Iranian reconciliation hailed People's Daily 07 Apr 2023 -- Saudi Arabia and Iran agreed on Thursday to resume their diplomatic relations and reopen embassies in each other's country within 60 days, as their top envoys met in Beijing following the two countries' diplomatic rapprochement under a China-brokered deal last month.
Tehran-Riyadh ties creates positive atmosphere in region: Saudi FM IRNA 06 Apr 2023 -- Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud has said that the new relationship between Tehran and Riyadh has created a positive atmosphere in the whole region.
Saudi Arabia, Iran resume official relations IRNA 06 Apr 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has announced that Riyadh and Tehran resumed official diplomatic ties on Thursday.5
Saudi, Iranian FMs meet in Beijing IRNA 06 Apr 2023 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian and his Saudi counterpart Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud have met in the Chinese capital city of Beijing.
Joint Statement Issued Following Discussions by Saudi, Iranian Foreign Ministers in Beijing SPA 06 Apr 2023 -- A joint statement was issued following the discussions held by the Saudi and Iranian foreign ministers in Beijing. The statement reads as follows:
Foreign Ministers of Saudi Arabia and Iran Meet in Beijing Sputnik 06 Apr 2023 -- Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al-Saud and his Iranian counterpart, Hossein Amirabdollahian, have met in Beijing.
Chinese FM witnesses resumption of Saudi Arabia-Iran diplomatic ties in Beijing Global Times 06 Apr 2023 -- Saudi Arabia and Iran announced the resumption of diplomatic ties with immediate effect on Thursday in Beijing after the first formal meeting between the two countries' top diplomats in more than seven years. The amplification of China's mediation between the two countries has been remarkable over the past month, showing that the diplomatic philosophy advocated and practiced by China is being recognized worldwide, experts said.
Iranian, Chinese FMs meet in Beijing IRNA 06 Apr 2023 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian and his Chinese counterpart Qin Gang met on Thursday in the Chinese capital Beijing.
Iran FM terms talks with Saudi counterpart as positive IRNA 06 Apr 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has described a meeting and negotiation with his Saudi counterpart as positive.
Chinese, Saudi, Iranian senior diplomats hold talks IRNA 06 Apr 2023 -- A tripartite meeting among foreign ministers of China, Saudi Arabia, and Iran has been held in the Chinese capital Beijing.
Iran, Saudi Arabia formally restore diplomatic relations: Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Press TV 06 Apr 2023 -- The spokesman for the Iranian Foreign Ministry has announced the official restoration of diplomatic relations between Iran and Saudi Arabia after top diplomats from the two countries held a landmark meeting in the Chinese capital city of Beijing and issued a joint statement.
Iran, Saudi FMs seek implementation of reconciliation deal to boost regional security Press TV 06 Apr 2023 -- The top Iranian and Saudi diplomats underscore the need to implement a landmark China-brokered reconciliation agreement in an attempt to enhance mutual trust and help boost regional security.
Iran, Saudi FMs meet in China for first time in seven years Press TV 06 Apr 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian and his Saudi counterpart, Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, met in China a month after the two countries agreed to restore diplomatic relations under a China-brokered deal.
Foreign Ministers of Iran, Saudi Arabia Meet as Relations Thaw VOA 06 Apr 2023 -- China hosted a meeting Thursday between the foreign ministers of Iran and Saudi Arabia as the Middle East nations work to restore ties after seven years of tensions.
Iran security chief had extensive de-dollrization talks with Putin: Report Press TV 06 Apr 2023 -- Iran's top security official Ali Shamkhani and Russian President Vladimir Putin had extensive talks on de-dollrization of trade between the two sanction-hit countries during Shamkhani's visit to Moscow earlier this year, according to a report by Al-Araby Al-Jadeed, which is the Arabic service of the London-based website The New Arab.
Protesters In Tehran Mark Birthday Of Teen Killed In Crackdown RFE/RL 06 Apr 2023 -- Protesters took to the streets of the Shahr-e Ziba neighborhood west of the Iranian capital, Tehran, late on April 5 to mark the birthday of Hamid Reza Ruhi, who was killed in the brutal state crackdown on anti-government protests sparked by the death in custody of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini following her detention by the morality police.
Azerbaijan Expels Four Iranian Embassy Employees Amid Souring Relations RFE/RL 06 Apr 2023 -- Azerbaijan's Foreign Ministry has expelled four Iranian Embassy employees amid escalating tensions between the two neighbors.
Iran welcomes US declaration of support for peace process in Yemen IRNA 05 Apr 2023 -- The spokesman for the Iranian Foreign Ministry has welcomed the United States' declaration of support for the peace process in Yemen, saying it is good that the US envoy talks about peace in Yemen.
Iran says 'pleased' with US talk of peace process in Yemen Press TV 05 Apr 2023 -- Iran has welcomed a fresh call by the United States to help end the Yemen conflict, saying it is "pleased" with Washington's talk of the peace process in the war-torn country.
Iranian Interior Minister Denies Reports of Drone Attack on Defense Ministry's Complex Sputnik 05 Apr 2023 -- Iranian Interior Minister Ahmad Vahidi said on Wednesday he could not confirm information about a drone attack against a complex of the country's defense ministry in the city of Isfahan, adding that further verification is needed.
Iran says reports on drone attack in Isfahan need verification IRNA 05 Apr 2023 -- Iran's interior minister Ahmad Vahidi has said that media reports on a suspected drone attack on defense facilities near the central city of Isfahan are raw and need to be verified.
Iran, Russia agree on completion of Rasht-Astara Railway in May ISNA 05 Apr 2023 -- Iran's negotiations with Russia for financing completion of Rasht-Astara Railway will be finalized in May, Abbas Khatibi, deputy at Construction and Development of Transpiration Infrastructures Company informed.
Iranian, Saudi FMs to hold meeting in Beijing ISNA 05 Apr 2023 -- The Foreign Ministers of Iran and Saudi Arabia will hold a meeting on Thursday in Beijing, according to Asharq Al-Awsat Newspaper.
Saudi Arabian, Iranian top diplomats to meet in Beijing; may discuss 'detailed arrangements' for resuming ties Global Times 05 Apr 2023 -- The top diplomats of Saudi Arabia and Iran will reportedly meet in Beijing on Thursday. Experts believe the three sides will discuss detailed arrangements following the Saudi-Iran agreement reached last month brokered by China. They noted that in the long run, Beijing will continue to play a vital role in the future for two sides to solve some long-standing and complex problems before they can establish mutual trust.
IRGC warns Israel of 'decisive' response as martyred officer is laid to rest Press TV 05 Apr 2023 -- A high-ranking commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) on Wednesday warned the Israeli regime of a "strong and decisive" response as one of the Iranian military advisors who lost his life in an Israeli air raid on Damascus last week was laid to rest.
The Farda Briefing: Iran Grapples With Hijab Crisis RFE/RL 05 Apr 2023
Iran's reaction to politically-motivated human rights resolution against Islamic Republic ISNA 05 Apr 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani has reacted to the politically-motivated human rights resolution against the Islamic Republic of Iran at the 52nd meeting of the UN Human Rights Council.
Iran says ICJ ruling "historic defeat" for U.S. People's Daily 05 Apr 2023 -- Iran said on Tuesday the recent ruling by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) against U.S. freezing of Iran's assets was a "historic defeat" for Washington.
Iran, Taliban Discuss Release Of Iranian Nationals From Afghan Prisons RFE/RL 04 Apr 2023 -- The Taliban government is compiling a list of Iranian nationals imprisoned in Afghanistan for possible release following Tehran's recent handover of hundreds of Afghan prisoners.
Iran vows to take decisive action to protect its forces, interests in Syria ISNA 04 Apr 2023 -- Ambassador and Permanent Representative of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani warned that Iran will take decisive measures to protect its forces and interests from any threat or unlawful act perpetrated by the United States or others.
Amid ongoing Israeli airstrikes, Iran's deputy minister says Tehran to help Syria boost air defenses Press TV 04 Apr 2023 -- A senior Iranian defense official has reaffirmed Tehran's commitment to the security of friendly countries, saying the Islamic Republic considers itself "obliged" to help reinforce Syria's air defense capabilities in repelling Israeli attacks on the Arab country.
Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's welcome address before the beginning of four-party consultations at the level of deputy foreign ministers of Russia, Iran, Syria and Türkiye, Moscow, April 4, 2023 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 04 Apr 2023
4-party meeting of Iran, Russia, Syria, Türkiye kicks off in Moscow ISNA 04 Apr 2023 -- A four-party meeting between Russia, Iran, Syria and Türkiye kicked off at the level of deputy foreign ministers in Moscow on Tuesday.
Iran says ready to play key role in Syria-Turkey reconciliation, urges political dialogue Press TV 04 Apr 2023 -- Tehran is ready to play a "constructive role" in promoting reconciliation talks between Turkey and Syria, says a senior aide on political affairs to Iran's foreign minister.
FM Spox rejects anti-Iran resolution of Human Rights Council as politically-motivated IRNA 04 Apr 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani on Tuesday reacted to an anti-Iran resolution by the UN Human Rights Council, rejecting it as politically-motivated with a selective, biased, and confrontational approach towards Iran.
Tehran rejects extension of HRC rapporteur's mission in Iran IRNA 04 Apr 2023 -- Iran says that a decision by the UN Human Rights Council (HRC) to extend the mission of Javaid Rehman, the council's rapporteur on Iran, with the minimum support of member countries is not a base for Iran's cooperation and is fully rejected.
Iran blasts West's instrumental use of human rights to advance political goals Press TV 04 Apr 2023 -- Iran's permanent representative to the United Nations Office and other international organizations in Geneva has censured Western governments for using human rights as a political tool against the Islamic Republic following the UN Human Rights Council's approval of an anti-Tehran draft resolution.
Iran's ambassador to return to UAE after 8 years ISNA 04 Apr 2023 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran will send an ambassador to the United Arab Emirates after 8 years.
Iran working on key gas pipeline along Sea of Oman coast Press TV 04 Apr 2023 -- Iran is pressing ahead with the construction of a key pipeline that will transfer natural gas to coastal areas in its southeast with an eye to launching gas exports to Oman, according to a senior official in the state run gas company the NIGC.
Iran holds mass funeral for IRGC military advisors martyred in Israeli strike on Syria Press TV 04 Apr 2023 -- Tens of thousands of mourners have poured out onto the streets of Tehran to pay their respects to two military advisers of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), who lost their lives in an Israeli airstrike near the Syrian capital Damascus last week.
Baku Summons Iranian Ambassador Over Protest Note Related To Alleged Anti-Iranian Media Reports RFE/RL 04 Apr 2023 -- Baku has summoned Iran's ambassador in objection to a note of protest alleging that media in Azerbaijan were disseminating anti-Iranian reports.
Iran, Russia stress need to resolve differences between Damascus, Ankara through peaceful solution ISNA 03 Apr 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister's Senior Advisor for Special Political Affairs Ali Asghar Khaji held a meeting with the Deputy of the Russian Foreign Minister Mikhail Bogdanov on Monday in Moscow, discussing the latest developments in Syria and the region.
4-party meeting of Russia, Türkiye, Syria, Iran to be held in Moscow ISNA 03 Apr 2023 -- A four-party meeting between senior diplomats of Russia, Iran, Syria and Türkiye on settling relations between Ankara and Damascus will be held at the level of deputy foreign ministers in Moscow on Monday.
Iranian, Syrian delegations hold bilateral meeting in Moscow ISNA 03 Apr 2023 -- Iranian and Syrian delegations held a bilateral meeting in Moscow on Monday.
Iran's Education Ministry Says Won't Provide Schooling To Hijab Rule Breakers RFE/RL 03 Apr 2023 -- Iran's Education Ministry has published a statement saying it will no longer provide educational services to student in schools and universities who do not follow dress codes, including wearing a head scarf, as the authorities continue to tighten regulations in the face of mass unrest over government instrusions into the daily lives of Iranians.
Iranians Express Anger After Man Allegedly Attacks Unveiled Women With Yogurt RFE/RL 03 Apr 2023 -- A viral video appearing to show an Iranian man attacking two unveiled women in a shop in the holy city of Mashhad has provoked widespread anger.
UN envoy: Iran will take decisive measures to protect its forces, interests in Syria against threats posed by US Press TV 03 Apr 2023 -- Iran's permanent ambassador to the United Nations has warned that the Islamic Republic will take decisive measures to protect its forces and interests in Syria against any threats posed by the United States or others.
Iranian, Saudi Foreign Ministers to Meet Soon VOA 03 Apr 2023 -- The foreign ministers of Iran and Saudi Arabia spoke by telephone Sunday evening and agreed to meet each other in the coming days, according to Iranian state media.
Iranian FM expresses pleasure with positive trend of ties between Tehran, Riyadh ISNA 03 Apr 2023 -- In a telephone conversation with his Saudi counterpart Faisal bin Farhan, Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has expressed pleasure with the positive trend of ties between Tehran and Riyadh and underlined the Islamic Republic's resolve to expand its policy of neighborliness.
Iranian, Saudi FMs agree to meet in coming days People's Daily 03 Apr 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian and his Saudi counterpart Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud agreed in a phone call on Sunday to meet in the coming days.
Iran's President Raeisi accepted Saudi king's invitation to visit Riyadh: First VP Press TV 03 Apr 2023 -- Iran's First Vice President Mohammad Mokhber says President Ebrahim Raeisi has accepted an invitation from Saudi Arabia's King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud to visit Riyadh.
Official: Iran signs $80 billion of oil deals with foreign investors Press TV 03 Apr 2023 -- Iran has signed more than $80 billion of memorandums of understanding with foreign investors to participate in the financing of oil projects, of which more than $5 billion have been converted into contracts, Deputy Minister of Petroleum Houshang Falahatpour says.
US Informs Israel About Possibility of Partial Nuclear Agreement With Iran Sputnik 03 Apr 2023 -- Washington has informed Israeli counterparts of the possibility of an agreement with Iran that would be based on a partial freeze of Terran's nuclear program in exchange for some sanctions relief, Israeli news portal Walla reported on Monday, citing senior Israeli officials.
IRGC warns Israel will 'pay heavy price' after second military advisor martyred in Syria Press TV 02 Apr 2023 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has issued a warning to the Israeli regime on Sunday, vowing retaliation for the killing of two of its military advisers in Syria in an Israeli airstrike near Syria's capital.
Iran military advisor succumbs to injuries after Zionist attack in Syria IRNA 02 Apr 2023 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has announced that Meghdad Mahghani Jafarabadi, who was wounded in Friday's attack by the Zionist regime near Damascus, has succumbed to his injuries.
Funeral held for Iranian military advisor martyred in Syria IRNA 02 Apr 2023 -- Comrades of Iranian military advisor Milad Heydari, who was martyred in an Israeli attack, have held a funeral ceremony for the martyr at Sayyidah Ruqayyah Mosque in Damascus, Syria.
Iran Navy warns US spy aircraft over territorial waters in Sea of Oman IRNA 02 Apr 2023 -- The Iranian Army Navy issued a warning to the US Navy's EP-3E aircraft after the airplane entered Iran's airspace over its territorial waters.
Iranian Army warns off US spy aircraft near Sea of Oman Press TV 02 Apr 2023 -- The naval units of the Islamic Republic of Iran's Army has identified and warned off a US spy aircraft after it entered the country's borders near the Sea of Oman.
Can Iran And Russia's Arms Swapping Sustain A Lasting Defense Partnership? RFE/RL 02 Apr 2023 -- When Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi visited Moscow in early 2022, he had high hopes of leaving with defense deals that would circumvent international sanctions and take advantage of the expiration of a United Nations embargo on arms trading with Tehran.
Iran, Saudi FMs agree to meet 'in coming days' Press TV 02 Apr 2023 -- Foreign ministers of Iran and Saudi Arabia have agreed to meet within the next few days as the two countries are moving quickly to build on their recent rapprochement.
Iran to launch Zafar-2 Satellite in coming weeks IRNA 01 Apr 2023 -- Iran's Minister of Information and Communications Technology Issa Zarepour recently has said that the country will soon put the domestically-built satellite Zafar-2 (Triumph-2) into orbit.
FM Spox reacts to new accusations of Azeri counterpart IRNA 01 Apr 2023 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman has reacted to the new accusations of his Azerbaijani counterpart.
Iran embassy protests Azerbaijani media's 'insulting' mischiefs Press TV 01 Apr 2023 -- Iran's embassy in Baku has delivered a note of protest to Azerbaijan's Foreign Ministry over "insulting and offensive" measures by the country's media against the Islamic Republic.

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