November 2023 - Iran Special Weapons News

Iran, Oman hold joint drill in Strait of Hormuz IRNA 30 Nov 2023 -- Iran and Oman have jointly held a daylong maritime rescue and relief exercise in the northern Indian Ocean and the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran ready to improve military ties with Saudi Arabia: Cmdr. IRNA 30 Nov 2023 -- Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Bagheri has expressed Iran's readiness to upgrade the country's military relationship with Saudi Arabia.
Iran fully prepared to boost military cooperation with Saudi Arabia: Top general Press TV 30 Nov 2023 -- Iran's highest-ranking military commander says the country's Armed Forces are fully prepared to promote military ties with Saudi Arabia.
Fattah-2 missile unveiling: E3 joint statement UK FCDO 30 Nov 2023 -- The UK, France and Germany have issued a joint statement in response to Iran's announcement on the unveiling of the Fattah-2 missile system.
Iran rejects 'baseless' Israeli allegations over violating Chemical Weapons Convention IRNA 30 Nov 2023 -- Iran has categorically rejected allegations by the Israeli regime regarding the violation of the Chemical Weapons Convention by Tehran, saying that playing blame game does not help the regime cover up its "brutal crimes" against Palestinians over the past seven decades.
President Raeisi skips Dubai summit due to Israeli attendance Press TV 30 Nov 2023 -- Iran's President Ebrahim Raeisi will not attend the UN's COP28 climate summit in Dubai because of the presence of Israeli president Isaac Herzog, official news agency IRNA reports.
Iranian UAV Creates Safety-of-Flight Risk to IKE Carrier Strike Group in Arabian Gulf US Navy 29 Nov 2023 -- Statement from the commander of U.S. Naval Forces Central Command, Vice Adm. Brad Cooper: "Today, Iranian unmanned aircraft took unsafe and unprofessional actions near USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) (IKE) during the course of routine flight operations in international waters, Nov. 28.
Supreme Leader: Israeli regime's crimes in Gaza damaged West's reputation for good IRNA 29 Nov 2023 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei referred to the effects of the Al-Aqsa storm operation, saying that the Zionist regime's brutal action against the people of Gaza damaged the reputation of the civilization and culture of the West.
Iran calls for permanent ceasefire in Gaza ISNA 29 Nov 2023 -- "Amir Saeid Iravani" Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Islamic Republic of Iran to United Nations said: Our meetings today indeed represent the long-standing support of the international community for the full realization of the inalienable rights of the Palestinian people. It is my delegation's pleasure to commend the Committee for providing us with updates on the Palestinian Question, as illustrated by the second chapter of its report. I also wish to express my delegation's gratitude to the Vice-Chair and Rapporteur of the Committee, for providing an in-depth briefing.
Aqsa Storm laid bare inefficiency of Israeli military systems, erosion of its army capabilities: Iran cmdr. Press TV 29 Nov 2023 -- A high-ranking Iranian military commander says Operation al-Aqsa Storm launched by Gaza-based resistance factions against Israel laid bare the inefficiency of the occupying regime's military systems, and the erosion of its armed forces' capabilities.
Leader: Hamas' Al-Aqsa Storm, mainly anti-Israeli, upended US political agenda in region Press TV 29 Nov 2023 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the historic Hamas' Al-Aqsa Storm was mainly against the Zionist regime, but was able to disrupt the table of American policies in the region and will hopefully erase the "agenda."
US, Israel 'main losers' of Gaza war, 'incapable' of eliminating Hamas: Iran Press TV 29 Nov 2023 -- Iran's foreign minister says the United States and Israel have failed to eradicate the Palestinian Hamas resistance group and lost their war on the besieged Gaza Strip.
Report dubs Iran-Russia arms deal a win-win IRNA 29 Nov 2023 -- US media Forbes has said that completing the Iran-Russia arms deal in a timely manner could become a win-win for both Moscow and Tehran.
Commander: Army's ground force is self-sufficient in terms of combat power IRNA 29 Nov 2023 -- Commander of Iranian Army's Ground Force said that manufacturing the equipment and weapons needed in 23 ranks and defense components by Iranian experts has made this force self-sufficient in the field of combat power.
Iran drones monitoring US vessels entering Persian Gulf ISNA 29 Nov 2023 -- A US aircraft carrier that entered Gulf waters was forced to change its course and land its helicopters after receiving a direct warning from Iranian naval forces, the commander of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps Navy in Iran General Alireza Tangsiri said on Monday.
Resistance operation exposed Israeli spy network inside Iran: Islamic Jihad Press TV 29 Nov 2023 -- The Islamic Jihad has said the operation staged by the Gaza Strip's resistance movements against the occupied territories last month led to the exposure of the Israeli regime's espionage network inside Iran.
New U.S. Sanctions Target Illicit Financial Networks Set Up To Benefit Iranian Military RFE/RL 29 Nov 2023 -- The United States has imposed a new round of sanctions on more than 20 people and firms that the U.S. Treasury Department says have been involved in a "financial facilitation network" for the benefit of the Iranian military.
Designating Financial Facilitation Networks that Benefit Iran's Military US Dept. of State 29 Nov 2023 -- The United States is imposing sanctions today on over twenty individuals and entities involved in a financial facilitation network that benefits Iran's Ministry of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics, the Iranian Armed Forces General Staff, and Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force.
Treasury Targets Large Iranian Military Financial Facilitation Networks US Treasury 29 Nov 2023 -- Today, the Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned over 20 individuals and entities for their involvement in financial facilitation networks for the benefit of Iran's Ministry of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics (MODAFL) and Iranian Armed Forces General Staff (AFGS), and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force (IRGC-QF). Iran generates the equivalent of billions of dollars via commodity sales to fund its destabilizing regional activities and support of multiple regional proxy groups, including Hamas and Hizballah. MODAFL, the AFGS and the IRGC-QF utilize intricate networks of foreign-based front companies and brokers to enable these illicit commercial activities and exploit the international financial system.
Classified Document On Iran's 'Hijab Guards' Unveils Government Cover-Up RFE/RL 29 Nov 2023 -- For many commuters in the Iranian capital, navigating the subway system means passing through "tunnels of horror."
Rights Group Says Iranian Political Prisoner Karimi Executed Along With Six Others RFE/RL 29 Nov 2023 -- Ayoub Karimi, an Iranian-Kurdish prisoner of conscience who has been held in Qezelhesar prison in Karaj for the past 14 years, was executed on November 29, according to human rights watchdogs.
Iranian Sports Federation Chief Removed After Athlete's Hijab Violation At Competition RFE/RL 29 Nov 2023 -- The head of Iran's Deaf Sports Federation has been dismissed after at least one female athlete from Kazakhstan did not wear attire that adhered to the Islamic republic's strict dress code during an event while male officials and referees were in attendance.
Russia to deliver military aircraft to Iran People's Daily 29 Nov 2023 -- Iranian Deputy Defense Minister Mehdi Farahi said the arrangements have been finalized for the delivery of a number of Russian military aircraft to Iran on Tuesday.
In letter to ICC chief prosecutor, Iran calls for prosecution of Israeli officials over war crimes in Gaza Press TV 28 Nov 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has called on the International Criminal Court (ICC) to set up a tribunal to prosecute Israeli authorities for war crimes in the Gaza Strip.
Iran warns US, Israel of 'harsh consequences' if war crimes continue in Gaza Press TV 28 Nov 2023 -- Iran's foreign minister has warned the United States and Israel that they will face "harsh consequences" if they fail to permanently stop war crimes in the Gaza Strip committed during the genocidal war on the besieged Palestinian territory.
Iran: International consensus exists on necessity of lasting ceasefire in Gaza Press TV 28 Nov 2023 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says there is an international consensus on the need for the establishment of a lasting ceasefire in the Gaza Strip after it was under a genocidal war by the Israeli regime for about seven weeks.
IRGC Navy warns US aircraft carrier in the Persian Gulf IRNA 28 Nov 2023 -- Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, the commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy, has stressed that US aircraft carriers must adhere to Iran's maritime regulations while navigating strategic waters, revealing that the IRGC Navy had issued a warning to a US aircraft carrier in the Persian Gulf.
Iran Navy intercepts US aircraft carrier in regional waters IRNA 28 Nov 2023 -- Iran's Naval Intelligence systems have successfully tracked and identified a US aircraft carrier group in the Gulf of Aden and the Sea of Oman.
IRGC intercepts US warship in Persian Gulf waters ISNA 28 Nov 2023 -- The US Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed on Monday that the US strike group led by the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower passed through the Strait of Hormuz into the waters of Persian Gulf.
Iran's Armed Forces say arrangements finalized for delivery of Russian military aircraft Press TV 28 Nov 2023 -- Iran's Armed Forces have finalized arrangements for delivery of a number of advanced Russian-made aircraft, including Sukhoi Su-35 fighter jets, as Tehran and Moscow forge closer military relations.
Iran dismisses Israeli regime's claim about Noor-3 satellite IRNA 28 Nov 2023 -- The ambassador and permanent representative of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the United Nations has rejected the Zionist regime of Israel's claim about the launch of the Noor-3 satellite into orbit and described the claim as ungrounded.
Iran response to Israel allegation about launching satellite ISNA 28 Nov 2023 -- Permanent Mission of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the United Nations rejected Israel claim that the launch of the Noor 3 satellite into space is a violation of United Nations Security Council Resolution 2231.
Supreme Leader terms IRI Navy as Iran's great potential IRNA 28 Nov 2023 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has described the Islamic Republic of Iran Navy as a great potential for the country.
Leader: Iran's Navy achievements are impressive ISNA 28 Nov 2023 -- Commander-in-Chief of the Iranian Armed Forces, Imam Khamenei met the Commander-in-Chief of the Army and a group of naval commanders of the Islamic Republic of Iran Navy.
Leader: Iran Navy's progress since 1979 revolution 'unbelievable, remarkable' Press TV 28 Nov 2023 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has hailed achievements made by the Islamic Republic of Iran Navy after the 1979 Islamic Revolution as "remarkable and unbelievable."
Several Families Fear For Detained Relatives, Accuse Iranian Officials Of Rights Abuses RFE/RL 28 Nov 2023 -- The families of 13 Iranian political and civil activists detained in East Azerbaijan Province have accused Iranian authorities of failing to grant access to lawyers for their relatives while charges remain unclear.
US well aware of Iran's dominance in region: Defense minister IRNA 27 Nov 2023 -- Iran's Defense Minister Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Ashtiani said that the Islamic Republic has dominance in the region and that the United States is well aware of this reality.
Deylaman, Iran's new high-tech destroyer IRNA 27 Nov 2023 -- Iran's latest naval destroyer, Deylaman, represents a significant advancement in naval technology, boasting superior technical and combat capabilities as part of the Mowj-class (wave-class) destroyers and reinforcing the nation's maritime power.
'Deylaman destroyer to ensure lasting safety in northern Iran' IRNA 27 Nov 2023 -- Major General Mohammad Bagheri, Iran's Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces, has said that the addition of the Deylaman destroyer to Iran's northern naval fleet will enhance sustainable safety in the Caspian Sea.
Iran's new destroyer joins naval fleet ISNA 27 Nov 2023 -- Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Baqeri made the announcement as he attended the ceremony of the joining of a new domestically-designed and manufactured destroyer, dubbed Deylaman, to the country's northern naval fleet to strengthen security in the Caspian Sea.
Iran stresses sustainable security as new destroyer joins naval fleet Press TV 27 Nov 2023 -- Iran's highest-ranking military commander says deterrent power and sustainable security hinge on readiness and preparedness of the Iranian Armed Forces as the country's new destroyer joined the naval fleet.
New Iranian Navy Destroyer 'Deylaman' Sets Sails Sputnik 27 Nov 2023 -- The Deylaman warship is a Moudge-class destroyer, reportedly built entirely with Iranian components. Able to move at a speed of 26 knots, the warship is reportedly capable of wiping out targets located at a distance of up to 2 km.
UN envoy: Iran's missile, space programs fully in compliance with international law Press TV 27 Nov 2023 -- Iran's permanent ambassador to the United Nations says the country's missile and space programs are fully in compliance with its legitimate rights under international law.
Iran naval forces 'frustrated' self-proclaimed maritime superpowers: IRGC cmdr. Press TV 27 Nov 2023 -- The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy says his force along with the Iranian Army's naval division have "frustrated" those who claim to be "maritime superpowers."
Iran to Research Radar and Quantum Warfare at New Military Center Sputnik 27 Nov 2023 -- The non-standard types of warfare that emerged in the 21st century may be more effective than "classic" warfare, explained Iranian military analyst Mohammad-Hassan Sangtarash.
Navy chief: Iran to stage two joint naval drills in Sea of Oman soon Press TV 25 Nov 2023 -- A high-ranking Iranian military commander says the Islamic Republic of Iran Navy plans to hold two joint naval exercises with foreign military forces in the northern tip of the Indian Ocean within the next few months.
IRGC Navy develops new homegrown air-launched cruise missiles Press TV 25 Nov 2023 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy has developed and manufactured two air-launched cruise missiles intended to target and destroy hostile drones and guided missiles, says Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri.
Without US support, Israel couldn't have continued Gaza war: Iran Press TV 24 Nov 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says Israel would not have been able to continue its war on the besieged Gaza Strip if it were not for the United States' support.
Iran FM: Future of Gaza will be determined by Palestinians IRNA 24 Nov 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian says the future of the Gaza Strip will be determined by the Palestinian people and resistance.
US, Israel losers in battlefield and political field: Iran FM IRNA 24 Nov 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian says everyone's assessment of the Gaza war is that the Israeli regime and the US did not gain anything on the battlefield.
Zionist regime cannot continue war without US' support: Iran FM IRNA 24 Nov 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian while welcoming the temporary ceasefire in Gaza said that if the Israeli regime continues the war after the ceasefire, the situation in the region will become more tense and the reactions will be more widespread.
Iranian Navy to receive Deylaman destroyer: Cmdr IRNA 24 Nov 2023 -- The commander of the Iranian Navy has announced that the Navy's northern fleet will soon be equipped with a Deylaman destroyer.
Raisi: Israel achieved none of its goals in Gaza ISNA 23 Nov 2023 -- "Israel did not achieve any of its goals of occupying Gaza and eliminating the Resistance," he said, adding, "What the Zionist regime has done shows that it has grown desperate in the face of the Palestinian resistance."
Supreme Leader: Heavy loss of October 7 will not be compensated by Israel's bombings, will shorten Zionist regime's life IRNA 23 Nov 2023 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has said that the heavy loss of October 7 will not be compensated by the bombings and it will shorten the life of the usurping regime.
Iranian FM calls for permanent cease-fire after Israel, Hamas agree 4-day truce People's Daily 23 Nov 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian warned on Wednesday that the situation in the region will worsen if Hamas and Israel fail to reach a sustainable cease-fire, according to a statement released by Lebanon's Council of Ministers, the cabinet.
Iran: Gaza ceasefire 'first step' in Palestinian victory Press TV 23 Nov 2023 -- Iran says a temporary humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza is "the first step towards stopping the war crimes of the child-killing Zionist regime against Palestinian citizens, women and children".
President Raeisi: Israel suffered 'humiliating defeat' in Gaza at hands of Palestinians Press TV 23 Nov 2023 -- Iran's President Ebrahim Raeisi says Israel suffered a "humiliating defeat" at the hands of the Palestinian nation and resistance as they managed to "incapacitate" the regime in its bloody war on the besieged Gaza Strip.
Iran FM urges lasting peace in Gaza, warns of repercussions of Israel's prolonged war on regional peace Press TV 23 Nov 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian warns that the regional situation will significantly change should Israel press ahead with the war on Gaza and expand its scope after the implementation of a temporary truce.
IRGC chief: 'Galloping' Israeli regime stopped in Gaza Press TV 23 Nov 2023 -- The head of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says Israel's "galloping" invasion of the Gaza Strip has come to a sudden halt after the regime conceded to a truce in its war on the Palestinian territory.
Tehran, IRNA - If Iran sought to spread war, regional conditions would change: FM IRNA 23 Nov 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian says Iran does not seek to spread the war, otherwise the regional conditions would totally change.
Iranian FM, Hamas chief meet ahead of Gaza ceasefire Press TV 23 Nov 2023 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has held talks with Hamas politburo chief Ismail Haniyeh in Doha where he has traveled as part of a regional tour for consultations amid the Israeli invasion of Gaza.
E3 statement at IAEA Board of Governors on the JCPoA - Nov 2023 UK FCDO 23 Nov 2023 -- France, Germany and the UK (E3) gave a joint statement to the IAEA Board of Governors on Iran's implementation of its nuclear commitments under the JCPoA.
Safeguards Agreement with Iran: Quad statement to the International Atomic Energy Agency, November 2023 UK FCDO 23 Nov 2023 -- The UK, France, Germany, and the US (the Quad) gave a statement on Iran implementing its Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty Safeguards Agreement obligations.
President Raeisi: Israel fell short of all of its goals in Gaza Press TV 23 Nov 2023 -- President Ebrahim Raeisi has said that the Israeli regime has fallen short of realizing all of the goals that it had sought by launching its ongoing war against the Gaza Strip.
Iran's defense power deters threats, says Minister IRNA 22 Nov 2023 -- Iran's Defense Minister Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Ashtiani has said that adversaries have ceased their threats against Iran, acknowledging the nation's robust defense capabilities.
IAEA must refrain from politicizing Iran's case: Nuclear chief IRNA 22 Nov 2023 -- Iran's nuclear chief has urged the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to refrain from politicizing the country's nuclear file, saying Tehran has approved 120 inspectors of the UN nuclear watchdog to enter the country.
Iran response to E3 allegations about JCPOA commitment ISNA 22 Nov 2023 -- Islamic Republic of Iran permanent Representative to the United Nations Amir Saeid Iravani in a letter to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and President of the Security Council Zhang Jun rejects allegations of European sides of JCPOA about Iran non-commitment to the deal.
Iran FM, Lebanon speaker meet in Beirut IRNA 22 Nov 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian, heading a delegation, has held talks with Speaker of the Parliament of Lebanon Nabih Berri in the Lebanese capital Beirut.
Students At Tehran's Beheshti University Strike Over Tightened Measures Limiting Freedoms RFE/RL 22 Nov 2023 -- Students from the Psychology Department of Tehran's Beheshti University staged a strike on November 21, marking a significant escalation in ongoing student-led protests against increased security measures on campuses across the country and stricter enforcement of the mandatory hijab law.
E3 spread false information regarding Iran's commitments to JCPOA: Iravani IRNA 22 Nov 2023 -- Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations Amir Saeid Iravani has said that the E3 (France, Germany, and the United Kingdom) representatives purposefully spread misleading and false information regarding Iran's commitments under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) and its peaceful nuclear program.
IRGC holds tactical exercise in southeast Iran IRNA 21 Nov 2023 -- The Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) started its tactical exercise in Iran's southeastern province of Kerman on Tuesday.
Diplomat: Iran doesn't seek to instigate war but prepared to defend itself ISNA 21 Nov 2023 -- Iran's permanent representative to the UN, Saeid Iravani, told Al-Monitor that a beefed up American military presence in the Middle East is not a deterrent for Iran to enter the war if need be.
Iran Army chief: Enemies lined up in crosshairs; Air Force's readiness 'unprecedented' Press TV 21 Nov 2023 -- The chief commander of the Iranian Army says the country's Armed Forces are powerful enough to stand up against any enemy and deal heavy blows.
Iranian president calls for coordinated pressure to stop Israeli "crimes" in Gaza People's Daily 21 Nov 2023 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has called for greater coordination among "independent and free" states to put pressure on Israel to end its "crimes" against Gaza.
Iran, Qatar call for global pressure on Israel to stop int'l law violations in Gaza People's Daily 21 Nov 2023 -- Iranian and Qatari foreign ministers called on the international community to take immediate measures to pressure Israel into stopping its "flagrant violations of international law" in Gaza.
Iran "not directing, ordering" regional resistance groups against U.S.: spokesman People's Daily 21 Nov 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani on Monday reiterated that the resistance groups in the region "are not directed by Iran and do not take orders from Iran."
Iran's Proxies, Partners Flex Weapons-Manufacturing Capabilities In Middle East RFE/RL 20 Nov 2023 -- Iran's strategy in the Middle East is essentially a take on an old proverb: Give your proxies and partners weapons and you can sustain their battles for a day. Teach them to make weapons and they can fight your enemies for a lifetime.
IRGC: Palestinian resistance shattered Israel's delusion of grandeur; US rushed to take over Press TV 20 Nov 2023 -- A senior commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the United States was forced to run Israel after the occupying regime was defanged at the hands of the Gaza-based Palestinian resistance fighters in their October 7 operation.
Iran raps UN Security Council for failing to call for ceasefire in Gaza Press TV 20 Nov 2023 -- Iran has slammed the United Nations Security Council for failing to call for ceasefire in the Gaza Strip in its recently-approved resolution on Israel's genocidal war against the besieged territory.
Iran rejects any role in Yemen's ship seizure ISNA 20 Nov 2023 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesmanIn Nasser Kanani rejects Israel Prime Minister office allegasion that claimed Iran was involved in the seizure of the Israeli ship by the Yemenis.
'Resistance forces act independently': Iran denies role in Israeli ship seizure IRNA 20 Nov 2023 -- Iran has rejected accusations of involvement in the Yemeni Ansarullah's seizure of an Israeli ship, with Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani reiterating that regional resistance forces act independently and based on their respective countries' national interests.
Gaza experiencing challenging time; sympathy no longer enough: Iran UN envoy IRNA 20 Nov 2023 -- Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations Amir Saeid Iravani has said that Gaza is experiencing a challenging time, where people are facing unabated war crimes and crimes against humanity by the Israeli regime, adding that sympathy is no longer enough in such a dire situation.
FM: Iran unaware of Operation Al-Aqsa Storm, will continue backing Hamas politically IRNA 20 Nov 2023 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has reiterated that his country was not aware of the October 7 Operation Al-Aqsa Storm by Palestine's Hamas Resistance Movement against Israel, saying that what Hamas did was a completely Palestinian decision.
All countries must end trade, political ties with Israel to force it to end Gaza genocide: Iran president Press TV 20 Nov 2023 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi says all countries should end commercial and political cooperation with Israel in an attempt to compel the regime to end its atrocities in the Gaza Strip.
Iran warned US resistance groups won't stay silent amid Gaza war; world wants ceasefire: Tehran Press TV 20 Nov 2023 -- Iran says the resistance groups in the region have repeatedly warned the US and Israel that they will not sit idly by if the occupying regime continues its attacks against the Palestinian people in the besieged Gaza Strip.
Iran, Qatar FMs urge world to stop Israeli violations of intl. law, regime's war crimes Press TV 20 Nov 2023 -- The foreign ministers of Iran and Qatar say the international community needs to take immediate action to force the Israeli regime to stop its brutal acts in the Gaza Strip that are in blatant violation of international law.
IRGC chief: Israel defeated by resistance, own mistakes; Palestinians ultimate victor Press TV 20 Nov 2023 -- The chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the Israeli regime has been defeated by the resistance of the Palestinian people as well as its own mistakes.
Press release on Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's telephone conversation with Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran Hossein Amir-Abdollahian Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 19 Nov 2023
Russian, Iranian Foreign Ministers Call for Ceasefire in Gaza Strip Sputnik 19 Nov 2023 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and his Iranian counterpart, Hossein Amirabdollahian, reiterated their call for an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip during a phone conversation on Sunday, the Russian Foreign Ministry said.
Iran Leader: Defeat of the Zionist regime in Gaza is a reality ISNA 19 Nov 2023 -- After stating a number of points and expressing his satisfaction about IRGC's Aerospace Force achievements shown in this exhibition, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution addressed the recent developments that have unfolded in Palestine including the Zionist regime's ongoing crimes in Gaza.
Resistance calibrating pressure on Israel and backers amid Gaza war: Iran FM Press TV 19 Nov 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has told members of the Iranian Parliament the regional resistance forces are carefully calibrating their response to the crimes of Israel in Gaza as he warns that continued Israeli aggression on the besieged territory risks sparking a larger conflict in the region.
President Raeisi: A just world order will emerge from Palestinians' blood Press TV 19 Nov 2023 -- Iran's President Ebrahim Raeisi says a "just world order" will emerge from the blood of the Palestinian people shed by Israel during its genocidal war on the Gaza Strip.
'Iran does not seek spread of Israel's war on Gaza, but US approach makes it possible' Press TV 19 Nov 2023 -- Iran says it does not want further spread of Israel's genocidal war on the Gaza Strip, but the approach taken by the United States and the Israeli regime in the region makes the expansion of the war quite possible.
FM says Iran's response would be tough if forces attacked in Syria IRNA 19 Nov 2023 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has said that his country would give a "tough" response if Iranian military advisors in Syria came under attack from the US.
Amirabdollahian: Iran's response to any attack on forces in Syria will be harsh ISNA 19 Nov 2023 -- Iran foreign minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has revealed that Tehran told the US through back channels that it did not want the Israel-Hamas war to spread further, but also warned Washington that regional conflict could be unavoidable if Israeli attacks on Gaza continue.
Muslim countries should cut political ties with Israel for 'limited period': Ayatollah Khamenei Press TV 19 Nov 2023 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has called on Muslim countries to sever political ties with the Israeli regime for "at least a limited period of time" amid the occupying entity's ongoing genocide in the besieged Gaza Strip.
A closer look at IRGC's newly-unveiled aerospace products IRNA 19 Nov 2023 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Aerospace Force has unveiled its latest achievements in the presence of Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.
Iran unveils 'Fattah 2' hypersonic missile IRNA 19 Nov 2023 -- During the visit of the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei to the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Aerospace Force achievements exhibition, the Iranian-made "Fattah 2" hypersonic missile was unveiled.
Iran's new hypersonic missile unveiled ISNA 19 Nov 2023 -- Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces and the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Khamenei toured an exhibition showing the latest achievements of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Aerospace Force in a visit to the Ashura Aerospace University of Science & Technology on Sunday.
Iran unveils Fattah-2 hypersonic missile Press TV 19 Nov 2023 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has unveiled the homegrown Fattah-2 hypersonic missile as well as other new military achievements.
Iran Reveals 'Fattah 2' Hypersonic Missile - Media Sputnik 19 Nov 2023 -- The new missile was put on display at an exhibition at the Ashura Aerospace Science and Technology University.
Baha'i Group Says Iran Repression Has Increased, Cites 200 Recent Incidents VOA 19 Nov 2023 -- Iran has increased repression of its Baha'i minority in recent months by engaging in more than 200 acts of persecution, including the arrests of 19 people last week, the Baha'i International Community, which represents world Baha'is, told VOA on Nov. 13.
Iranian, Azerbaijani FMs hold phone talk on bilateral ties People's Daily 19 Nov 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian and his Azerbaijani counterpart Jeyhun Bayramov on Saturday held a phone talk to exchange views on bilateral relations and relevant issues.
Israel in 'war of attrition' leading to its inevitable collapse: IRGC chief Press TV 18 Nov 2023 -- The chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the Israeli regime is moving towards its "inevitable collapse" in a "war of attrition" with Palestinians resistance movements.
US is cause of escalation of crisis in Gaza: Iran FM IRNA 17 Nov 2023 -- In an interview with the American CBS TV channel in Geneva, the Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian emphasized that the Islamic Republic of Iran really did not want the war in Gaza to expand, but the United States has intensified the conflicts by supporting Israel.
Iran FM warns of 'unavoidable' regional conflict if Israel continues Gaza war Press TV 17 Nov 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has warned against an "unavoidable" spillover of Israel's war on Gaza if the Zionist regime continues its genocide of Palestinians in the besieged territory.
Terrorist Designations of Iran-aligned Militia Groups US Dept. of State 17 Nov 2023 -- The Department of State is today designating Kata'ib Sayyid al-Shuhada (KSS) and its Secretary General Hashim Finyan Rahim al-Saraji as Specially Designated Global Terrorists. KSS terrorist activity has threatened the lives of both U.S. and Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS personnel in Iraq and Syria.
U.S. Treasury Sanctions Iran-Aligned Militias in Iraq US Treasury 17 Nov 2023 -- Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is designating six individuals affiliated with the Iran-aligned militia group (IAMG) Kata'ib Hizballah (KH) based in Iraq. Trained, funded, and supported by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force (IRGC-QF), KH is behind a spate of recent attacks against the United States and partners in Iraq and Syria following the horrific attacks by Hamas against Israel. The U.S. Department of State is also designating Kata'ib Sayyid al-Shuhada (KSS) and KSS leader Hashim Finyan Rahim al-Saraji. KSS, another Iraq-based IAMG that receives support from the IRGC, has planned and been involved in attacks against U.S. personnel in Iraq and Syria.
Two Men Found Guilty of Conspiracy to Sell Sanctioned Iranian Petroleum US Dept. of Justice 17 Nov 2023 -- Zhenyu "Bill" Wang, 42, of Dallas, and Daniel Ray Lane, 42, of McKinney, Texas, were convicted at trial on Nov. 15 on charges of attempting to violate the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), conspiracy to violate IEEPA, and conspiracy to commit money laundering in connection with their attempt to transact in sanctioned Iranian petroleum and launder the proceeds.
Iran FM describes Palestinian resistance as legitimate liberation movement IRNA 16 Nov 2023 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has termed the Palestinian resistance as a liberating and legitimate movement against the usurped Zionist regime.
Gen. Qaani: 'Axis of Resistance' stays united with Gaza fighters Press TV 16 Nov 2023 -- The head of the Quds Force of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has assured the military wing of Hamas in the Gaza Strip of the solidarity of the "Axis of Resistance" with Palestinian fighters.
IRGC chief: Israel, US facing a 'quagmire' in Gaza Press TV 16 Nov 2023 -- Chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Hossein Salami says Palestinian youths are adapting to new reality in Gaza, where Israel and the US are facing a "quagmire".
Iran not behind resistance front's decision to attack US-run bases in Iraq, Syria: FM Press TV 16 Nov 2023 -- Iran's foreign minister says the country has had no role in the recent attacks by resistance groups in Iraq and Syria on US-run bases.
'No country dares to threaten Iran that enjoys modern military industry' IRNA 16 Nov 2023 -- Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi has said that no country dares to threaten Iran that enjoys modern military industry.
Iran, Kazakhstan agree to boost cooperation People's Daily 16 Nov 2023 -- Iran and Kazakhstan agreed to strengthen cooperation in various sectors and interactions within regional organizations.
Israel's Western backers 'in no position' to preach about human rights: Iran Press TV 16 Nov 2023 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman has censured Western countries for drafting and voting for an anti-Iran UN resolution, saying they are not qualified to preach about human rights.
Iranian Nobel Laureate Mohammadi Again In Hospital RFE/RL 16 Nov 2023 -- Prominent Iranian human rights activist and Nobel Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi, who is incarcerated in Tehran's Evin prison, has been taken for a second time in 10 days to a hospital amid a protracted legal and health battle.
UN Security Council has failed to prevent tragedies in Gaza, says Iran's FM Amir-Abdollahian Press TV 15 Nov 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has lambasted the United Nations Security Council for failing to avert tragedies in the Gaza Strip, arguing the international body could not fulfill its role to stop the war due to the influence of certain member states.
Attack on al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza clear example of war crimes: Iran Press TV 15 Nov 2023 -- The spokesman for Iran's foreign ministry has condemned Israel's attack on al-Shifa Hospital as a "clear example" of war crimes the regime has committed over the course of its bombardment and ground invasion of the Gaza Strip.
Iran calls for 'immediate halt' to Gaza war, says 'no chance' for Israel's victory Press TV 15 Nov 2023 -- Iran's foreign minister has called for an immediate halt to Israel's bloody aggression against the Gaza Strip, stressing that the occupying regime has "no chance" to win the war.
Pakistan's Navy cmdr. calls for expansion of military, defense ties with Iran IRNA 15 Nov 2023 -- Chief of Pakistan's Naval Staff Naveed Ashraf has said that ties with Iran is important for his country and called for expansion of cooperation between the two neighbors in defense and military fields.
China imports record high oil from Iran IRNA 15 Nov 2023 -- China has posted a record high in oil sales from Iran, according to a Reuters report.
US extends waiver allowing Iraq to buy gas and pay Iran ISNA 15 Nov 2023 -- The United States announced on Tuesday that it was extending for another 120 days a sanctions waiver allowing Iraq to buy electricity from Iran.
Electronics in the Shahed-136 Kamikaze Drone Institute for Science and International Security 14 Nov 2023 -- Shahed-136 kamikaze drones, filled with Western electronics, continue to destroy Ukrainian lives and their civilian infrastructure. These drones, also known as Geran 2, are produced and assembled at JSC Alabuga facilities inside the Alabuga Special Economic Zone in Russia, with assistance from Iran. Yet, the company responsible, JSC Alabuga, 1 and related companies are still not found on public U.S. or allied sanctions lists.
Iran, Qatar FMs discuss latest initiatives for ceasefire in Gaza IRNA 14 Nov 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian and his Qatari counterpart Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani have reviewed the latest diplomatic efforts and initiatives to stop the Zionist regime's brutal aggression against Gaza.
Raisi slams 'organized collective punishment' of people in Gaza IRNA 14 Nov 2023 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has slammed the collective punishment of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip which he says is being done in an organized manner.
Iran vindicated in its 4-decade approach to Palestine: Deputy FM IRNA 14 Nov 2023 -- Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Ali Bagheri Kani says the recent developments in the Gaza Strip vindicated Iran in its four-decade approach to the issue of Palestine.
Iran condemns Israeli regime's attack on Qatari reconstruction HQ in Gaza IRNA 14 Nov 2023 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman has condemned an attack by the Zionist regime of Israel on the headquarters of Qatari committee for reconstruction of Gaza in Palestine.
Iran blasts EU silence on Israel's crime in Gaza ISNA 14 Nov 2023 -- Islamic Republic of Iran's ambassador to brussels as well as the country's mission to EU "Gholam-Hossein Dehghani" criticizes silence of European countries in the face of Israeli atrocities in Gaza.
Iran categorically rejects Israeli accusation about involvement in "Al-Aqsa Storm" operation ISNA 14 Nov 2023 -- Permanent Mission of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the United Nations categorically reject the accusation of relating Palestinian groups resistance actions against Israeli aggressions to Iran.
Iran calls for international pressure to stop war in Gaza ISNA 14 Nov 2023 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian spoke on the phone with his Hungarian counterpart, Peter Szijjarto, about expansion of bilateral ties and the latest developments in the middle east, especially the situation in Palestine.
Iran rejects accusation of directing regional resistance groups to attack U.S. bases People's Daily 14 Nov 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani stressed on Monday that the resistance groups in the Middle East "do not take orders from Iran and act independently."
Iranian, Qatari FMs reiterate call for end to Israeli war crimes in Gaza Press TV 14 Nov 2023 -- The foreign ministers of Iran and Qatar have discussed Israel's ongoing brutal war against the Gaza Strip, reiterating their call for an immediate end to the regime's war crimes and the dispatch of humanitarian aid to the besieged territory.
Iran calls on Egypt to open Rafah border for aid to reach Gaza IRNA 13 Nov 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has urged Egypt to open the Rafah crossing for dispatching aid to war-stricken Gaza.
Iran FM official explains Iran's reservations over Riyadh Declaration IRNA 13 Nov 2023 -- Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Reza Najafi has said that the Riyadh Declaration had no footnotes while providing some explanations on Iran's reservations over the declaration.
Iran: Israeli massacre of people in Gaza blatant violation of human rights, international law Press TV 13 Nov 2023 -- Iran's foreign minister has strongly condemned the ongoing massacre of Palestinians in the besieged Gaza Strip by Israel as a blatant violation of international law.
Iran condemns US, EU over double-standard approach to Israel's crimes in Gaza Press TV 13 Nov 2023 -- Iran's ambassador to Belgium has condemned the United States and the European Union over their double-standard approach to the Israeli regime's ongoing war of genocide against the besieged Gaza Strip.
Iran: US launches all-out war on Gaza; Israel collapsed, on life support, after October 7 Press TV 13 Nov 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says Israel collapsed on October 7, when the Palestinian resistance launched a surprise attack against the regime on October 7, and is now alive on "US's life support."
Iran says had success in mobilizing Muslim world against Israel IRNA 13 Nov 2023 -- Iran says its diplomatic efforts to mobilize Arab and Islamic countries and draw public attention to the crimes of the Zionist regime have proven to be successful.
Improving Iran-Egypt ties in interest of 2 countries, Islamic world: Kanaani ISNA 13 Nov 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman, Nasser Kanaani condemned the continued crimes of the Zionist regime against the people of Gaza with the support of the United States, stating that the regime is attacking hospitals with missiles and other weapons.
Iran gaining access to ground-breaking military technologies as exports booming: Defense Ministry Press TV 13 Nov 2023 -- Iran's Defense Ministry is moving toward manufacturing ground-breaking military equipment as it has envisaged wars based on such technologies in the future, a senior Iranian military official says.
IRGC: Israeli war spillover likely; Iran, at zenith of power, prepared for all scenarios Press TV 13 Nov 2023 -- A top commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the Israeli regime's war on Gaza is likely to spill over to the rest of the region, stressing that Iran is at the peak of its power and is fully prepared for all circumstances.
Iranian Education Minister Proposes Transformation Of System With Introduction Of Gender-Specific Textbooks RFE/RL 13 Nov 2023 -- Iran's education minister has announced plans for a fundamental transformation of the country's educational system with the introduction of gender-specific textbooks for male and female students, suggesting a deeper ideological shift in the Islamic leadership's governance.
Arms smuggling network dismantled in southern Iran IRNA 13 Nov 2023 -- The security forces of Iran's Intelligence Ministry has disbanded an armed smuggling network in Kerman, southern Iran, a provincial official announced.
Taliban's acting energy minister in Tehran for talks: Report IRNA 12 Nov 2023 -- Acting Minister of Energy and Water of Afghanistan's Taliban ruling government Abdul Latif Mansour has departed for Iran on Saturday, Afghan Voice Agency (AVA) announced.
Iran has clear stance on Palestine: President Raisi IRNA 12 Nov 2023 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has highlighted the fact that the Islamic Republic has a clear stance on the issue of Palestine while stressing that the Zionist regime is an occupier.
Iran's reaction to some of articles of Riyadh summit's final resolution ISNA 12 Nov 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman, Nasser Kanaani stressed that the most of Iran's proposals are included in the final resolution of the joint meeting of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation and the Arab League in Riyadh, and the tone and wording of this resolution are strong and firm.
Implementation of Raisi's 10 proposals in Riyadh summit can immediately stop Zionists' crimes in Gaza ISNA 12 Nov 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian emphasized that the implementation of the 10 proposals put forward by President Ebrahim Raisi in Riyadh summit can immediately stop the Zionists' crimes in Gaza and open the way for sending humanitarian aid.
Resistance need of region today, retreat against Zionist enemy rejected: Raisi ISNA 12 Nov 2023 -- Iranian President described resistance and standing as the need of the region today and Lebanon and Palestine as a symbol of resistance and stated, "Some are trying to insinuate that the resistance groups are under the command of the Islamic Republic of Iran, while we have repeatedly denied this claim and stated that the resistance groups are independent in recognition, decision and action".
Palestinian resistance missiles inflict strategic defeat on Israel: IRGC Press TV 12 Nov 2023 -- The second-in-command of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the precision missiles of the Palestinian resistance fighters have inflicted a "strategic defeat" on the Israeli regime and its allies.
Iran's air defense updated based on new threats: Cmdr. IRNA 12 Nov 2023 -- Commander of Iran's northeast air defense zone has said that the country's air defense equipment has been updated based on new threats.
Root of many of world's troubles incl. in African continent Zionist Regime: Iranian President ISNA 12 Nov 2023 -- Iranian President described the Zionist regime as a great calamity for the Islamic Ummah and the entire world and stated, "The root of many sufferings in the world, Islamophobia, Iranophobia and discord in the Islamic world and the African continent is the Zionist regime".
Iran has clear stance on Palestine: President Raisi IRNA 12 Nov 2023 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has highlighted the Islamic Republic's clear stance on Palestine, stressing that the Zionist regime is an occupier.
Raisi: Israel dared commit Gaza genocide due to disunity of Islamic nations in early days of war IRNA 12 Nov 2023 -- Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi has said that if Islamic countries had been united and stood up against the Zionist regime in the early days of the Gaza war, the regime would not have dared commit genocide in the Palestinian territory.
President Raisi's 10 solutions for solving Gaza crisis ISNA 12 Nov 2023 -- Iranian President stated that today the Gaza issue is a confrontation between the axis of honour and the axis of evil and everyone should determine which line they are on, introducing the US government as the mastermind and main accomplice to the Zionist crimes against the oppressed people of Gaza in the last 5 weeks.
Saudi crown prince welcomes Iranian president in Riyadh IRNA 11 Nov 2023 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, who is on a visit to Riyadh to attend an extraordinary OIC Summit, was accorded warm welcome by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
Saudi Crown Prince welcomes Iranian President ISNA 11 Nov 2023 -- Iranian President, Ebrahim Raisi was welcomed by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman upon his entrance to the venue of the extraordinary meeting of the leaders of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in Riyadh.
Raeisi, Saudi crown prince meet in first encounter since rapprochement Press TV 11 Nov 2023 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman have met for the first time since the two countries mended their strained ties as part of an agreement reached in Beijing earlier this year.
IRGC intelligence forces bust anti-revolutionary terrorist team in southeastern Iran Press TV 11 Nov 2023 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) intelligence forces have disbanded an anti-revolutionary terrorist team that had plotted to carry out assassinations in the country's southeastern province of Kerman.
There no obstacles to develop relations with friendly country of Egypt: Raisi ISNA 12 Nov 2023 -- In a meeting with the President of Egypt Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi emphasized the need for the unity of Islamic countries, stating, "The Islamic Republic of Iran sees no obstacle to the development of relations with the friendly country of Egypt".
President Raisi to attend OIC talks in Riyadh on Gaza crisis IRNA 10 Nov 2023 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi is scheduled to attend a summit in the Saudi capital, Riyadh at the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) summit, where the issue of Palestine and Gaza crisis will be discussed.
Tehran has no role in attacks on US forces: Iran Envoy IRNA 10 Nov 2023 -- Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations Amir Saeid Iravani has said that Iran does not have any role in attacks on US forces in the region.
'Gaza genocide a test of humanity's conscience': Iran Press TV 10 Nov 2023 -- Iran's foreign ministry spokesman has called for global action to stop Israeli atrocities in Gaza, saying the crisis in Gaza is a test of humanity's conscience.
IRGC chief: US can't save Israel from inevitable collapse Press TV 10 Nov 2023 -- A senior Iranian commander says the Israeli regime will "definitely collapse" and the United States cannot save it by giving it artificial respiration.
Iranian president to attend emergency OIC summit in Saudi Arabia on Gaza genocide Press TV 10 Nov 2023 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi will travel to Saudi Arabia to take part in an extraordinary summit of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) focusing on ways to stop Israel's savage war machine against Palestinians in the besieged Gaza Strip.
Israel's atrocious campaign in Gaza bears no military value: Iran Army chief Press TV 10 Nov 2023 -- The chief commander of the Iranian Army has strongly censured the ongoing Israeli military onslaught against Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, emphasizing that the atrocious campaign in the besieged territory bears no military value.
Iran calls on IAEA to notify UN Security Council of Israeli threat to nuke Gaza Press TV 10 Nov 2023 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami has urged the UN nuclear watchdog to notify the United Nations Security Council about the consequences of the possible use of nuclear weapons by the Israeli regime against Palestinians in the besieged Gaza Strip.
President Raeisi urges Muslim nations to cut ties with Israel over Gaza genocide Press TV 10 Nov 2023 -- Iran's President Ebrahim Raeisi has called on Muslim nations to cut diplomatic and economic ties with the Israeli regime to stop its brutal aggression on the besieged Gaza Strip.
Under Intense Pressure, Iranian Family Of Slain Child Moves Up Memorial RFE/RL 10 Nov 2023 -- The family of Kian Pirfalak, a 9-year-old boy killed in last year's protests sparked by the death of Mahsa Amini while in police custody, commemorated the first anniversary of his death a week earlier than planned after coming under intense pressure from security forces.
Lawyer For Iranian Education Activist Summoned To Prosecutor's Office RFE/RL 10 Nov 2023 -- Iranian lawyer Erfan Karamveisi says he and his client, Jafar Ebrahimi, a teacher and union activist, have been summoned to Tehran's Evin Prosecutor's Office.
Iranian President's Visit To Tajikistan Symbolic Of Growing Rapprochement RFE/RL 10 Nov 2023 -- Up-and-down relations between Iran and Tajikistan in the past decade shot up again after Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi's official visit to Dushanbe on November 8-9, his second trip to the Tajik capital in 18 months.
While Tens Of Thousands Of Afghans Leave Pakistan For Afghanistan, Returnees From Iran Spike Too RFE/RL 09 Nov 2023 -- As tens of thousands of Afghan refugees deported from Pakistan arrive in Afghanistan, there has been a much quieter exodus along its western border, where the number of Afghans coming back from Iran has doubled during the past month.
Time over for Tel Aviv to continue crimes: Iranian FM IRNA 09 Nov 2023 -- The Iranian foreign minister has said that foundation of the fake Zionist regime is shaky and the time for it to continue its crimes is running out.
Top Iranian legal expert urges UN to report on crimes of Israel in Gaza Press TV 09 Nov 2023 -- A senior Iranian legal expert has called on 16 special rapporteurs of the United Nations to report on the crimes of Israel against the Palestinians in the besieged Gaza Strip.
Iran FM: Time running out for Israel to continue its crimes; future belongs to Palestine Press TV 09 Nov 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has asserted that time is running out for Israel to continue its brutal aggression against the Gaza Strip as it nears its collapse.
Iran: G7 expected to fulfill responsibility, stop support for Gaza genocide Press TV 09 Nov 2023 -- Iran says the Group of Seven (G7) was expected to fulfill its international responsibilities vis-à-vis Israel's war crimes and condemn genocide in Gaza as the regime pushes ahead with its criminal acts against the besieged Strip.
Iran-Backed Militias Respond to US Strike with More Attacks VOA 09 Nov 2023 -- Iranian-backed militias do not appear to be backing down despite a U.S. airstrike thought to have largely destroyed a key weapons storage facility in eastern Syria.
Iran denies involvement in attack on U.S. forces in Syria, Iraq People's Daily 09 Nov 2023 -- The Iranian envoy to the United Nations (UN) said that Iran "has never been involved in any attack or action against U.S. forces in Syria and Iraq," the official news agency IRNA reported on Wednesday.
Iranian Ministry Bans Ads Using Images Of Popular Actresses Over Hijab Opposition RFE/RL 09 Nov 2023 -- Iran's Islamic Guidance Ministry has banned the promotional use of images of two prominent actresses who have voiced opposition to the mandatory hijab law from the newly released film Popular.
Iran condemns G7's "baseless" accusations People's Daily 10 Nov 2023 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani on Thursday strongly condemned the "baseless" accusations leveled against Tehran by the Group of Seven (G7) as well as the British and Japanese ministers.
Complete ceasefire needed to tackle dire situation in Gaza: Iran IRNA 08 Nov 2023 -- Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations Amir Saeid Iravani has said that the dire situation in Gaza necessitates achieving the full ceasefire as a priority.
Iran urges world to condemn Israeli regime's reckless, dangerous statements IRNA 08 Nov 2023 -- Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations Amir Saeid Iravani has said that the Islamic Republic of Iran calls for the international community to condemn the Israeli regime's reckless and dangerous statements and to pressure the regime to fully cooperate with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and adheres to dismantle its nuclear weapons program.
Iran calls for int'l community to condemn Zionist regime's reckless, dangerous statements ISNA 08 Nov 2023 -- Ambassador and Permanent Representative of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani in a letter to the Security Council emphasized that Iran calls for the international community to condemn the Israeli regime's reckless and dangerous statements and to apply pressure to ensure that Israel fully cooperates with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
Iran never involved in any attacks on US military forces in Syria, Iraq: Iravani ISNA 08 Nov 2023 -- Ambassador and Permanent Representative of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani in a letter to the United Nations Security Council has categorically rejected the US' unfounded allegations against Iran, emphasizing that Tehran has never been involved in any actions or attacks directed at the United States military forces in Syria and Iraq.
Iranian president calls on intl. community to pressure Israel to end attacks on Gaza Press TV 08 Nov 2023 -- Iran's President Ebrahim Raeisi has called on the international community to double down on efforts to bring to halt Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip, saying the entire world is concerned about the situation in the small blockaded territory.
Gaza carnage: Raeisi says intl. organizations 'ineffectual' as anger abounds over inaction Press TV 08 Nov 2023 -- Iran's President Ebrahim Raeisi has highlighted the growing anti-Israel sentiments around the globe, saying that the people of the world are concerned about the inaction of international organizations on the occupying regime's crimes in the Gaza Strip.
Iran UN envoy says facts shouldn't be distorted when addressing I.R. peaceful nuclear program IRNA 08 Nov 2023 -- Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations Amir Saied Iravani has said that his country maintains a constructive relationship with the UN nuclear agency, the IAEA, regarding efforts to resolve ANY outstanding issues. However, he added, facts should not be distorted when addressing Iran's peaceful nuclear program.
Raisi: We won't allow any damage to our progress, independence IRNA 08 Nov 2023 -- Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi has said that regional countries will never allow their progress and independence to be affected by the policies of the United States and other Western countries.
Iran calls for release of its share of Hirmand River IRNA 08 Nov 2023 -- Iranian Energy Minister has stressed the need for Afghanistan to release Iran's share of Hirmand River based on a treaty in place between the two neighboring countries.
Jailed Iranian Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Hospitalized VOA 08 Nov 2023 -- Jailed Iranian rights activist Narges Mohammadi, who went on a hunger strike earlier this week, has been admitted to a hospital, the husband of the Nobel Peace Prize laureate told VOA.
Activists Say Nobel Winner Mohammadi Finally Allowed Hospital Visit After Launching Hunger Strike RFE/RL 08 Nov 2023 -- Imprisoned Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi has been transferred to a hospital for urgent medical care after she launched a hunger strike to protest moves by prison officials to twice block her access to hospital care because she would not wear a head scarf.
Iranian Security Agents 'Violently' Arrested At Least 9 Baha'i Followers Amid Crackdown RFE/RL 08 Nov 2023 -- Iran has arrested at least nine more members of the Baha'i faith, the country's largest non-Muslim community, and raided the homes of 20 Baha'i families in the western Iranian city of Hamadan, sources told RFERL's Radio Farda, the latest in a series of acts by the government against the faith's followers.
Iran urges immediate measures of Islamic countries to stop Gaza war IRNA 07 Nov 2023 -- Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf has stressed the need for the Islamic states to take immediate measures to stop the Zionist brutalities in Gaza Strip.
White House prefers to remain an accomplice with Israel: Iran FM IRNA 07 Nov 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian in a message stressed that the White House prefers to remain an accomplice with the Zionist regime.
FM Amirabdollahian to US: Stop genocide, hypocrisy against Gaza IRNA 07 Nov 2023 -- Iran's foreign minister has reiterated that the Americans sent a message to Iran claiming that they seek a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, rejecting Washington's denial of the message as completely false.
FM stresses on readiness of Iranian Red Crescent Society to send humanitarian aid to Gaza through Egypt ISNA 07 Nov 2023 -- Iran's Foreign Minister, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian spoke on the phone with his Egyptian counterpart Sameh Shoukry, discussing the latest developments in Palestine.
Iran, Saudi FMs call for urgent OIC summit on Gaza ISNA 07 Nov 2023 -- Iran's Foreign Minister, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian had a phone conversation with his Saudi counterpart Prince Faisal bin Farhan and discussed the latest developments in Palestine.
Continuation of killing of Palestinian people to have extra-regional consequences: Iranian President ISNA 07 Nov 2023 -- Iranian President stated that Tehran supports any global joint effort for an immediate ceasefire, lifting the blockade and providing aid to the oppressed people of Gaza, and emphasized, "The continuation of the killing of the Palestinian people has infuriated of all the free nations of the world and this killing will have extra-regional consequences".
Iran's leader calls for pressure on U.S., Israel to end killing in Gaza People's Daily 07 Nov 2023 -- Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei on Monday called on the Muslim world to increase its political pressures on the United States and Israel to stop the killing of people in Gaza.
Defeat of Israel, US decline source of peace, security for world: IRGC chief Press TV 07 Nov 2023 -- The chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has censured Israel's war on the besieged Gaza Strip, saying the defeat of the occupying entity and the decline of the United States constitute a source of peace and security for the world.
Israel's genocidal war on Gaza has killed, wounded 40,000 people: Iran's top rights official Press TV 07 Nov 2023 -- Iran's top human rights official says Israel's genocidal war on the Gaza Strip has killed and injured at least 40,000 people.
Iran welcomes defensive cooperation with Turkiye IRNA 07 Nov 2023 -- Iranian Minister of Defense Brigadier General Mohammad-Reza Qaraei Ashtiani has voiced Tehran's readiness for defensive cooperation with Turkiye.
Fired Iranian Professor Says High-Tech Surveillance, Dismissals Used To 'Impose Silence' At Universities RFE/RL 07 Nov 2023 -- Behrouz Chamanara, a language professor at Kurdistan University in western Iran, was summarily dismissed in September shortly after the local intelligence office rejected his qualifications.
Iranian Family Angered After Closure Of Investigation Into Son's Death During Protests RFE/RL 07 Nov 2023 -- The family of a 17-year-old who was fatally shot during protests in the northeastern Iranian city of Mashhad is outraged after the military prosecutor's office decided to close the investigation into his death without coming to a conclusion.
Message to the Congress on the Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iran The White House 07 Nov 2023
Notice on the Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iran The White House 07 Nov 2023
UN special envoy meets Iranian FM on Yemen ISNA 06 Nov 2023 -- The United Nations Special Envoy for Yemen Hans Grundberg met with Iran's Foreign Minister, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian.
Senior Iranian, Taliban officials meet in Tehran IRNA 06 Nov 2023 -- Iran's Interior Minister Ahmad Vahidi has met with Acting Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs of the Taliban government Abdul Ghani Baradar in the Iranian capital city of Tehran.
Leader: US directly involved in masterminding Gaza war; Israel 'real loser' forever Press TV 06 Nov 2023 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the United States is directly involved in masterminding the Israeli war on Gaza, stressing that the Tel Aviv regime is the real loser of the aggression against the besieged strip.
Iran, Iraq call for Gaza ceasefire; Raeisi says US, Europe encouraging genocide Press TV 06 Nov 2023 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi says the Israeli regime, heavily backed by the United States and certain European countries, is committing heinous crimes against humanity and genocide in Palestine, particularly against children.
President Raisi: Iran, Iraq share common stance on Palestine IRNA 06 Nov 2023 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi says Iran and Iraq share a common stance concerning the issue of Palestine.
Zionist regime's threat of nuking Gaza alarming for the world: Iran IRNA 06 Nov 2023 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman has described the Zionist regime's threat to "use nuclear bomb" as "an alarm" for the entire world.
US taking international peace, security hostage: Kanaani ISNA 06 Nov 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman, Nasser Kanaani stressed that the United States has prevented the United Nations Security Council from carrying out its duty in pursuing war crimes committed by the Zionist regime through the abuse of power, taking the international peace and security hostage.
Increasing political pressures on US, Zionist regime to stop Gaza massacre essential: Supreme Leader ISNA 06 Nov 2023 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei says that it is essential to increase political pressures on the US and the Zionist regime to stop the massacre in Gaza.
Iran FM urges UN to stop Israel's genocide in Gaza ISNA 06 Nov 2023 -- In a second official letter to Antonio Guterres, the Secretary-General of the United Nations since the beginning of the war on Gaza, Iran's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian described the deliberate destruction of urban and administrative infrastructure, hospitals, and educational centers as a terrible prospect for the international community in the 21st century.
Iran FM writes to SCO chief, urges end to Israel's war crimes ISNA 06 Nov 2023 -- In a letter to Zhang Ming, the Secretary General of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, Iran's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, expressed Tehran's deep concerns regarding the ongoing crimes of the Zionist occupation regime.
Iran, Egypt hold talks on Gaza, agree to continue negotiations IRNA 06 Nov 2023 -- Foreign ministers of Iran and Egypt have discussed the Gaza war on the phone and agreed to hold more negotiations aimed at bringing an end to Israel's brutal attacks against Palestinians in the besieged territory.
Iran FM says Tehran received new message from Washington on Gaza Press TV 06 Nov 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says Tehran has received a new message from Washington claiming that the US seeks a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, but they continue to support Israel's genocide in the Palestinian territory in practice.
Iranian president blames U.S., West for supplying arms to Israel People's Daily 06 Nov 2023 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has deplored the U.S. and Western supplies of arms and equipment to Israel, whose bombardments have killed nearly 9,500 people in the Gaza Strip.
Foreign minister: Iran ready to send humanitarian aid to Gaza through Egypt Press TV 06 Nov 2023 -- Iran's foreign minister says the Islamic Republic is ready to send humanitarian aid to the besieged Gaza Strip through Egypt amid the Israeli regime's relentless and devastating war against the Palestinian territory.
Iran supports global bids for swift ceasefire in besieged Gaza, aid delivery to blockaded territory: President Raeisi Press TV 06 Nov 2023 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi says the Islamic Republic supports any joint global effort seeking to establish an immediate ceasefire in Gaza as Israel continues its brutal attacks on the besieged Gaza Strip.
Foreign ministers of Iran, Saudi Arabia discuss end to Israel's genocide in Gaza, aid delivery to blockaded territory Press TV 06 Nov 2023 -- Top diplomats from the two West Asia heavyweights Iran and Saudi Arabia have discussed the latest developments in the Gaza Strip.
Iran, Saudi FMs review latest development in Gaza IRNA 06 Nov 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian and his Saudi counterpart Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud have discussed the latest developments in occupied Palestinian territories.
Israeli threat to nuke Gaza shows its real defeat; world must act fast to denuclearize Tel Aviv: Iran FM Press TV 06 Nov 2023 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says an Israeli minister's threat to use atomic bombs against the Gaza Strip indicates that the regime has suffered a "real defeat" at the hands of the resistance front.
Iran: Israel's threat to use nuclear bomb in Gaza 'alarm for whole world' Press TV 06 Nov 2023 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry has condemned a recent threat by an Israeli extremist minister to use a nuclear bomb against the Gaza Strip, which the regime has brought under a relentless war for a month now.
Three Iranians Detained After Allegedly Assaulting Hijab Adviser In Tehran Subway RFE/RL 06 Nov 2023 -- Three people have been detained following an altercation at a Tehran subway station that erupted over the enforcement of Iran's mandatory hijab law, a sign of the deep discontent among many Iranians over the rule.
Imprisoned Nobel Laureate Mohammadi Launches Hunger Strike Over Lack Of Medical Care RFE/RL 06 Nov 2023 -- Imprisoned Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi has launched a hunger strike to protest against a lack of medical attention after prison officials twice blocked her access to urgently needed hospital care because she will not wear a head scarf.
Iranian Teacher's Case Sent To Court As Officials Ramp Up Pressure On Educators RFE/RL 06 Nov 2023 -- Iranian authorities have referred the case of Masud Zeynalzadeh, who was arrested at the funeral of 17-year-old Armita Garavand, to Tehran's Revolutionary Court in an escalation of their campaign against members of the teachers' union.
Prime Minister speaks with the President of Iran India MEA 06 Nov 2023
Iran warns US to stop war in Gaza IRNA 05 Nov 2023 -- Iran's Defense Minister Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Ashtiani has said that the US would "be hit hard" if Washington does not implement a ceasefire in Gaza.
Supreme Leader urges comprehensive support for Gazans IRNA 05 Nov 2023 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has called for serious action by Islamic countries and international bodies, as well as the comprehensive and practical support of Islamic governments for the people of Gaza.
Raisi: Israeli genocide in Gaza result of massive US arms shipments IRNA 05 Nov 2023 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi says the Zionist regime's killing of 10,000 Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip is the outcome of massive US arms shipments to the regime.
Iran foreign minister urges BRICS intervention to stop Israel's war crimes in Gaza Press TV 05 Nov 2023 -- Iran has urged the BRICS group of nations to intervene in an active, constructive and responsible manner to stop the Israeli regime's war crimes against Palestinians in the besieged Gaza Strip.
Iranian defense minister says US 'will be hit hard' if Gaza war does not end Press TV 05 Nov 2023 -- Iran's defense minister has warned the United States would suffer a heavy blow if it fails to stop Israel's savage war machine against the besieged Gaza Strip.
President Raeisi: War against Hamas amounts to war on democracy Press TV 05 Nov 2023 -- Iran's President Ebrahim Raeisi has highlighted the role played by Hamas in the Gaza Strip as the territory's legitimate government, saying the war against the Palestinian resistance movement is tantamount to waging war on democracy.
Iran enjoys 'unique position' in China's New Silk Road project: VP Press TV 05 Nov 2023 -- Iran's Vice President Mohammad Mokhber says the country has a "unique" position in China's giant New Silk Road project, also known as the Belt and Road Initiative.
Prominent Iranian Religious Scholar Says Hijab Law Should Be Abolished, Urges Authorities To Stop Inciting Violence RFE/RL 05 Nov 2023 -- Sedigheh Vasmaghi, a renowned Iranian religious scholar and political activist who openly opposes the Islamic republic's draconian hijab law, has a simple explanation for why the country's clerical establishment turns to violence to enforce hard-line policies the majority does not support.
Tehran Universities Report Deployment Of 'Hijab Enforcers' RFE/RL 03 Nov 2023 -- In a significant expansion of dress-code enforcement, Tehran has seen the deployment of "hijab enforcers" within the grounds of Tehran University and the streets surrounding Amir Kabir University, as well as key areas in the city.
Rights Watchdog Demands Independent UN Probe Into Iranian Teen's Death RFE/RL 03 Nov 2023 -- Human Rights Watch (HRW) has demanded an independent investigation, including by UN fact-finders, into the death last month of 17-year-old Iranian high-school student Armita Garavand after her run-in with morality police "under suspicious circumstances."
Foreign Secretary's call with Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, 3 November 2023 UK FCDO 03 Nov 2023 -- Foreign Secretary James Cleverly spoke to Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian.
Iran Has Reasons To Avoid Selling Missiles To Russia After Sanctions Expire RFE/RL 02 Nov 2023 -- With the expiration of UN sanctions designed to thwart Iran's development of ballistic missiles, both Tehran and ally Russia have said there is nothing standing in the way of them trading such technology.
Iran Is Carrying Out Executions 'At An Alarming Rate,' UN Says RFE/RL 02 Nov 2023 -- Iran is carrying out executions "at an alarming rate," putting to death at least 419 people in the first seven months of the year, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said in a new report, which shows a 30 percent increase in capital punishment over the same period in 2022.
Iran Continues Clampdown On Teachers' Union Activists As Court Upholds Educator's Sentence RFE/RL 02 Nov 2023 -- An Iranian court has upheld the six-month prison sentence of one teachers' union activist, while another faced his third court appearance in two months as authorities continue their crackdown on organized labor.
Iran urged to end new rights clampdown following teenage girl's death UN News 02 Nov 2023 -- Iran must end policies and practices "which amount to total impunity for acts of gender persecution against women and girls", a group of experts appointed by the UN Human Rights Council said on Thursday.
Former Political Prisoner Faces Deportation to Iran from Turkey VOA 02 Nov 2023 -- A former political prisoner in Iran is facing imminent deportation back to that country after a decade of waiting in Turkey for resettlement and despite having once been granted asylum status by the U.N. refugee agency, UNHCR.
Family Of Dead Iranian Teen Says It's Being Pressured To Change Memorial Date RFE/RL 01 Nov 2023 -- Iranian security officials are reportedly exerting significant pressure on the family of Armita Garavand to change the date of a memorial ceremony for the teen, who died over the weekend due to injuries suffered in an alleged confrontation with Tehran's morality police.
In Smuggled Message, Imprisoned Nobel Laureate Calls Iranian Regime Change An 'Unstoppable Process' RFE/RL 01 Nov 2023 -- In a message smuggled out of her cell in Tehran's notorious Evin prison, imprisoned Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi has urged Iranians to continue with the "unstoppable process" of dismantling Iran's "religious authoritarian regime."

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