February 2024 - Iran Special Weapons News

Iranian National Charged for Multi-Year Hacking Campaign Targeting U.S. Defense Contractors and Private Sector Companies US Dept. of Justice 29 Feb 2024 -- The Justice Department unsealed an indictment charging an Iranian national with involvement in a cyber-enabled campaign to compromise U.S. governmental and private entities, including the U.S. Departments of the Treasury and State, defense contractors, and two New York-based companies.
Iran's space program growing fast: Minister IRNA 29 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Minister of Communications and Information Technology Issa Zarepour says the country's space program is growing rapidly.
Iran's "Pars 1" research satellite put into orbit IRNA 29 Feb 2024 -- Iran has successfully put a homemade research-measurement satellite into space's orbit, which marks the 12th satellite launch during President Ebrahim Raisi's administration.
Iran successfully launches domestically-built Pars 1 research satellite into space Press TV 29 Feb 2024 -- Iran has successfully put into orbit the domestically-built Pars 1 research-sensing satellite.
Soyuz-2.1b Rocket With Weather Satellite Launched From Vostochny Cosmodrome Sputnik 29 Feb 2024 -- A Soyuz-2.1b rocket with a Fregat upper stage carrying the Meteor-M hydrometeorological satellite, 17 Russian and one Iranian small satellites took off during the first launch from the Vostochny cosmodrome in 2024, a Sputnik correspondent reported on Thursday.
President: Iran's armed forces reliable sources of security in region Press TV 29 Feb 2024 -- President Ebrahim Raeisi says the armed forces of the Islamic Republic have become reliable and trustworthy forces in providing security for Iran and the countries of the region.
Iran Cracks Down On Calls For Election Boycott RFE/RL 29 Feb 2024 -- Several people have been detained in Iran for allegedly calling for a boycott of parliamentary and Assembly of Experts elections scheduled for March 1.
US, pushed by Israel, involved in widening war despite consequences: Iran FM Press TV 28 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says the United States is involved in the expansion of the scope of the Israeli war on Palestinians in the besieged Gaza Strip to other fronts across the West Asia region.
US sanctions 'may not apply' to gas pipeline project with Iran: Pakistan energy minister Press TV 28 Feb 2024 -- Pakistan's caretaker energy minister says the sanctions the United States has imposed on Iran over its civilian nuclear program may not apply to the gas pipeline as Islamabad was going to start work on the project within its territory and connect to neighboring Iran.
Not going to lift anti-Iran sanctions: Biden admin IRNA 28 Feb 2024 -- US National Security Council spokesman, John Kirby on Tuesday proudly talked about anti-Iran sanctions the administration of President Joe Biden has come up since taking over the White House.
No resolution against Iran on IAEA board of governors ISNA 28 Feb 2024 -- A source told ISNA that there would be no resolution against Iran nuclear activities in upcoming IAEA board of governors meeting.
Iran, US still exchanging messages: Amirabdollahian IRNA 28 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Minister, Hossein Amirabdollahian, in an exclusive interview with Lebanon's Al-Mayadeen channel confirmed that the Islamic Republic and the United States keep exchanging messages on various topics, including the 2015 nuclear deal.
Iran FM: US military support from Israel have been active round-the-clock ISNA 28 Feb 2024 -- In an interview with Al Mayadeen, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian gives insight on regional and international issues, ranging from the Gaza genocide to the nuclear agreement.
President Raeisi due in Algeria in 1st presidential visit in 14 years Press TV 28 Feb 2024 -- President Ebrahim Raeisi of Iran is to visit Algeria over the weekend in a first trip by an Iranian president to the North African country in 14 years.
Leader: Iran will advance if world sees Iranian nation's presence in 'decisive scenes' Press TV 28 Feb 2024 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says if the Iranian nation shows the world that they are present in 'decisive scenes', they will save the country and contribute to Iran's progress.
Iran to launch domestically-built Pars 1 research satellite into orbit Press TV 28 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Minister of Communications and Information Technology Issa Zarepour has announced that the homegrown Pars 1 research satellite is set to be launched into space on Thursday.
Pars 1, latest Iranian satellite ready for launch IRNA 27 Feb 2024 -- Pars 1 research satellite, built by the specialists of the Iran Space Research Institute, will soon be placed in the orbit at a height of 500 km from the earth's surface.
US, Britain Target Iran, Houthi Militants With New Sanctions VOA 27 Feb 2024 -- The United States and Britain on Tuesday sanctioned an Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps deputy commander and a Houthi militant, linking them to missile attacks launched from Yemen targeting Red Sea shipping.
US, UK impose sanctions on IRGC, Ansarullah members Press TV 27 Feb 2024 -- The United States and Britain have announced sanctions against a high-ranking member of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) and certain members of Yemen's Ansarullah resistance movement.
Targeting Qods Force Deputy Commander and Houthi-Affiliated Supporters US Dept. of State 27 Feb 2024 -- The United States is today designating the Deputy Commander of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force (IRGC-QF), a Houthi-affiliated operative who has supported the Houthis' aggressive actions, and the owner and operator of a vessel used to ship Iranian commodities in support of both the Houthis and IRGC-QF.
Treasury and the United Kingdom Target Qods Force Deputy Commander and Houthi-Affiliated Supporters US Treasury 27 Feb 2024 -- Today, the Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), in coordination with the United Kingdom, is taking action against the Deputy Commander of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force (IRGC-QF), Mohammad Reza Falahzadeh, as well as a Houthi group member. OFAC is also designating the owner and operator of a vessel used to ship Iranian commodities that were sold to support both the Houthis and the IRGC-QF. The revenue generated through these illicit networks enables the Houthis' militant efforts, including numerous terrorist attacks in the region using advanced unmanned aerial vehicles and missiles. Today's action follows the recent U.S. Department of State designation of Ansarallah (commonly known as the Houthis) as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist as a result of their ongoing and unprecedented attacks on international maritime commerce in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.
Envoy: Iran, along with its partners, is committed to working to normalize situation in Syria IRNA 27 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations Amir Saeed Iravani announced that the Islamic Republic of Iran, along with its partners in the Astana process, is committed to work towards the normalization of the long-term and stable situation in and around Syria.
IP Gas pipeline project gets go-ahead by caretaker cabinet: Pak media IRNA 27 Feb 2024 -- The caretaker federal cabinet committee has approved the Pak-Iran gas pipeline project with plans to complete it in a year, marking it a major development with hopes for boosting the country's energy security, a Pakistani media, Geotv reported on Tuesday.
Treasury Targets Vessel Shipping Iranian Commodities Valued at over $100 Million for Iran's Ministry of Defense US Treasury 27 Feb 2024 -- Today, the Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is taking action against two companies registered in Hong Kong and the Marshall Islands that own and operate a vessel, the Panama-flagged KOHANA, shipping over $100 million in Iranian commodities to businesses in the People's Republic of China (PRC) on behalf of Iran's Ministry of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics (MODAFL). MODAFL continues to facilitate the delivery of Iranian weapons, most notably unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), to Russia in support of its war of aggression in Ukraine and to Iranian-aligned militia groups in the Middle East.
Iran FM says Americans have to stop hypocrisy IRNA 27 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has said that the Americans have to stop hypocrisy.
Iran, Russia can cooperate despite energy rivalry: Envoy IRNA 27 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Ambassador to Russia Kazem Jalali says the Islamic Republic and Russia can cooperate despite the rivalry in the energy sector between the two countries.
Iran says its relations with Egypt will positively influence entire region Press TV 27 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says diplomatic relations between the Islamic Republic and Egypt will positively influence the entire region.
Ahead Of Iran's Elections, A Common Refrain: What's The Point? RFE/RL 27 Feb 2024 -- As Iran heads to the polls on March 1, there is a common thread running through many messages from ordinary Iranians.
UNSC inaction against genocide in Gaza is century's diplomacy disaster: Iran IRNA 26 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has said that the inaction of the UN Security Council in the wake of the genocide in Gaza is the century's diplomacy disaster.
Iran FM urges Islamic states' immediate action to prevent Israeli military operation in Rafah IRNA 26 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has called for immediate actions by Islamic countries to prevent Israeli military operation in Gaza's Rafah.
Iran calls for practical measures to end Gaza crisis IRNA 26 Feb 2024 -- In an extraordinary meeting of OIC ministers of information in Turkiye, Iran has sought to encourage OIC members to take practical measures in the wake of the crisis underway in Gaza.
World facing most shameful moral, humanitarian crisis in Gaza: Iran FM IRNA 26 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has described atrocities committed by the Zionist regime as the most shameful moral and humanitarian crisis in history.
Iran FM: OHCHR must hold Israel, supporters accountable for atrocity in Gaza ISNA 26 Feb 2024 -- The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG)'s recent claim that the China Coast Guard (CCG) blocked the automatic identification system (AIS) signal of a Philippines vessel in waters near China's Huangyan Dao (also known as Huangyan Island), was fake and fabricated, sources familiar with the matter confirmed with the Global Times on Monday.
'Diplomatic catastrophe of century': Iran slams UNSC inaction vs. Gaza genocide Press TV 26 Feb 2024 -- Iran strongly denounces the United Nations Security Council (UNSC)'s inaction vis-à-vis the Israeli regime's ongoing US-backed war of genocide against the Gaza Strip.
Iran FM calls on United Nations Human Rights Council to hold Israel, supporters to account for crimes in Gaza Press TV 26 Feb 2024 -- Iran's foreign minister has called on the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) to hold to account the Israeli regime and its supporters, including the United States, for the occupying entity's crimes and atrocities against Palestinians in the besieged Gaza Strip.
Iran supports UN chief's efforts to end genocidal war in Gaza: FM Amir-Abdollahian Press TV 26 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says Tehran supports efforts by the UN chief to put an end to Israel's genocidal war against the people of Palestine in the Gaza Strip.
Gaza human disaster concerning; Israel 'underdog' as resistance remains resolute: Iran Press TV 26 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says the resistance front in Palestine enjoys high military power, warning that Israel will not achieve its objectives by continuing its war in Gaza.
Zionist regime is the most immediate and tangible danger for entire world: Iran FM IRNA 26 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said that the Israeli regime is the most immediate and tangible danger, not only for the defenseless Palestinians and the West Asian region, but also for the whole world.
Disbarment Conference: Iran FM calls Israel 'real source of WMDs proliferation' in region Press TV 26 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has called the Israeli regime "the real source of the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction (WMDs)" in the region, reiterating that the regime in Tel Aviv is the most serious and immediate threat to humanity.
Scores Of Prominent Iranians Call For Boycott Of 'Staged' Elections RFE/RL 26 Feb 2024 -- Almost 300 political, social, and cultural figures in Iran have publicly denounced the forthcoming parliamentary and Assembly of Experts elections, calling for people to follow suit and not participate in the "engineered" and "staged" balloting.
No Iranian missiles being sent to Russia: Ukrainian official IRNA 25 Feb 2024 -- A senior Ukrainian military official has categorically rejected reports that the Iranian ballistic missiles are being sent to Russia.
Iran proposes specialized OIC mechanism to document Israeli crimes IRNA 24 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Minister of Culture and Islamic Culture Mohammad Mehdi Esmaili has called for the establishment of a specialized mechanism at the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) to precisely document crimes committed by the Israeli regime against Palestinians.
Supreme Leader condemns US for vetoing UN resolution over Gaza ceasefire IRNA 24 Feb 2024 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has strongly condemned the US for vetoing a UN resolution demanding a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip once again.
IRGC chief commander: We believe in Gaza's victory Press TV 24 Feb 2024 -- The chief commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the Islamic Republic believes in the Palestinian resistance's victory in the face of the Israeli regime in the Gaza Strip, which is enduring a genocidal US-backed war by Tel Aviv.
Ayatollah Khamenei slams US for 'brazenly vetoing' Gaza truce resolution Press TV 24 Feb 2024 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has denounced the US for "brazenly vetoing" a UN Security Council resolution to stop the ongoing Israeli genocide in the besieged Gaza Strip.
Denying Western charges, Iran says morally bound to avoid fueling Ukraine war Press TV 24 Feb 2024 -- Iran's permanent mission to the United Nations has categorically refuted Western media accusations that the Islamic Republic provides ballistic missiles to Russia in its long-running war with Ukraine, saying Tehran is morally bound to avoid fueling the Moscow-Kiev conflict.
'Iran gas project to help Pakistan save over $5b per annum' IRNA 24 Feb 2024 -- Pakistani media outlets have reported that a decision by this country's federal cabinet to start works on an 80-kilometer segment of the pipeline from Gwadar to the Iranian border would enable Pakistan to save more than $5 billion annually through buying gas from the neighboring state.
Iran's Russia envoy reveals new details of strategic bilateral deal IRNA 24 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Ambassador to Russia Kazem Jalali has revealed new details about a long-term strategic partnership agreement planned to be signed by the two countries in the near future.
Iran denies providing Russia with ballistic missiles IRNA 24 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Permanent Mission to the United Nations in New York has dismissed Western media reports alleging that the Islamic Republic had provided Russia with ballistic missiles to use in its ongoing war with Ukraine.
Iranian and Pakistani FMs hold telephone conversation ISNA 24 Feb 2024 -- On Friday afternoon Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian and his Pakistani counterpart Jalil Abbas Jilani had a telephone conversation.
Imprisoned Nobel Laureate Mohammadi Urges Boycott, Sanctions, Condemnation Of Iran Elections RFE/RL 24 Feb 2024 -- Imprisoned Iranian human rights lawyer and Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi has urged a boycott alongside "national sanctions and global condemnation" of next month's legislative elections there, calling the moves "a political necessity and a moral duty."
Iran Labor Protest Uptick Coincides With Annual Minimum Wage Deliberations VOA 24 Feb 2024 -- Iran is seeing an uptick in labor protests coinciding with annual deliberations on raising the minimum wage to keep up with higher living costs, yet there has been no violent government crackdown such as the one that crushed a women's rights movement one year ago.
Iran completes first phase of Karun nuclear plant: AEOI chief IRNA 23 Feb 2024 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami has announced that the first phase in construction of the Karun nuclear power plant in the southwestern province of Khuzestan has been successfully completed.
Iran uses nuclear technology in 150 large industrial complexes: Eslami IRNA 23 Feb 2024 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami has said that Iran is using nuclear technological products in 150 large industrial complexes.
Iran rejects 'baseless and boring' accusations over Ukraine war Press TV 23 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says the repetition of baseless claims against the Islamic Republic over the war in Ukraine has reached a "boring stage".
Telephone call between the Foreign Ministers of Pakistan and Iran Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs 23 Feb 2024 -- Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani received a telephone call from the Foreign Minister of Iran, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, today.
Amir-Abdollahian: Iran, Pakistan need to follow up and implement recent security agreements Press TV 23 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says Iran and Pakistan need to follow up and implement the recent agreements reached between the two countries to broaden security and anti-terror cooperation.
Iran security forces bust terrorist network in Isfahan province Press TV 23 Feb 2024 -- Iranian security forces have busted a terrorist network in the central province of Isfahan, arresting 21 terrorists and counterrevolutionary people, authorities have said.
Iran hands down protest note to Kuwaiti ambassador over Arash gas field Press TV 23 Feb 2024 -- A senior Iranian diplomat gave a protest note to Kuwait's ambassador to Tehran over the country's "one-sided" statements on the Arash natural gas field, which Iran shares with its southwestern neighbor.
Iran Tries To Tighten Grip On Internet By Officially Outlawing VPN Use RFE/RL 23 Feb 2024 -- Iran has officially outlawed the use of tools such as virtual private networks (VPNs) designed to bypass Internet censorship following a directive from the country's Supreme Council of Cyberspace that was endorsed by Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Hacktivist Group Publishes Leaked Documents Showing Iran's Judiciary Targeting Journalists RFE/RL 23 Feb 2024 -- Documents leaked by the hacktivist group Edalat-e Ali (Ali's Justice) appear to show clandestine actions against journalists of Persian-language media operating outside of Iran, including those affiliated with RFE/RL's Radio Farda, by the Iranian judiciary.
'Israel keeps denying inalienable rights of Palestinian nation' IRNA 22 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman has lambasted Israel for deliberately denying the rights of the Palestinians, including their right to self-determination and the formation of an independent Palestinian state.
Iran at ICJ seeks immediate end to crimes of Israel against Palestinians Press TV 22 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Reza Najafi says the crimes of Israel against the Palestinians must stop immediately.
United States Charges Four Mariners from Arabian Sea Vessel Transporting Suspected Iranian-Made Advanced Conventional Weapons US Dept. of Justice 22 Feb 2024 -- A criminal complaint was unsealed today charging four foreign nationals after U.S. naval forces interdicted a vessel in the Arabian Sea that was transporting suspected Iranian-made advanced conventional weaponry. Two Navy SEALs lost their lives during the interdiction.
Ayatollah Khamenei: Islamic world will see eradication of cancerous Zionist tumor IRNA 22 Feb 2024 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has predicted that the Islamic world will witness the annihilation of the cancerous tumor of Zionism.
Ayatollah Khamenei criticizes Muslim states for failing to cut ties with Israel Press TV 22 Feb 2024 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei slams Muslim heads of state for failing to cut their relations with the Israeli occupation regime.
Record number of candidates begin election campaign in Iran Press TV 22 Feb 2024 -- Candidates running for seats in Iran's legislature for a four-year term have launched their election campaigns, one week ahead of polls.
Iran's Clerical Rulers Face 'Legitimacy Crisis' Ahead Of Elections RFE/RL 22 Feb 2024 -- For decades, Iran's clerical establishment has used voter turnout in elections as proof of its legitimacy, especially to the outside world.
US concerned about Iran's nuclear program: State dept. IRNA 22 Feb 2024 -- The United States issued yet another anti-Iran rhetoric Wednesday, claiming that Tehran is not fully cooperating with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and that Washington remains concerned about Iran's nuclear program and uranium enrichment.
U.S. Says Growing Iran-Russia Military Ties 'Should Concern' World RFE/RL 22 Feb 2024 -- The United States says increasing military cooperation between Tehran and Moscow is a "concern," amid reports that Iran has delivered multiple shipments of ballistic missiles to Russia.
Iran condemns U.S. for vetoing UNSC resolution on Gaza truce People's Daily 22 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian on Wednesday condemned the United States for repeatedly vetoing UN Security Council (UNSC) resolutions calling for an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip.
US vetoing of Gaza resolution diplomatic catastrophe of century: Iran FM IRNA 21 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has described a decision by the United Sates to veto for a third time a draft United Nations Security Council resolution to impose a humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza as the diplomatic catastrophe of the century.
Iran condemns US vetoing of UNSC Gaza resolution IRNA 21 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has condemned the United States for vetoing a draft United Nations Security Council (UNSC) resolution that included a demand for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza where the Israeli regime has been pressing on with an incessant campaign of genocide against the Palestinians.
'Diplomatic catastrophe of century': Iran's foreign minister slams US veto of Gaza resolution Press TV 21 Feb 2024 -- Iran's foreign minister has censured Washington for vetoing, for the third time, a UN Security Council resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire in the besieged Gaza Strip.
Pakistan advances work on gas pipeline project with Iran to avoid fine: Report Press TV 21 Feb 2024 -- Pakistan has reportedly decided to advance much-delayed work on a joint gas pipeline project with Iran as a means of avoiding a whopping fine.
New drones join IRGC UAV fleet ISNA 21 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Ground Force has taken delivery of sophisticated homegrown kamikaze and combat unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), featuring state-of-the-art technologies suitable for operations against enemy targets.
IRGC Ground Force takes delivery of sophisticated homegrown kamikaze, combat drones Press TV 21 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Ground Force has taken delivery of sophisticated homegrown kamikaze and combat unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), featuring state-of-the-art technologies suitable for operations against enemy targets.
Iran's Dena destroyer participates in India's Milan 2024 naval drills Press TV 21 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Navy has dispatched its domestically designed and manufactured Dena destroyer to India to participate in the Milan 2024 multilateral naval exercise, which is the Indian Navy's biggest ever maneuver.
IRGC Navy's new warships are equipped with SAM, cruise missiles: Commander Press TV 21 Feb 2024 -- The two warships recently added to the fleet of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy are equipped with domestically-developed surface-to-air (SAM) and cruise missiles, Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri says.
Statement from Attorney General Merrick B. Garland on the Extradition of Polad Omarov from Czechia to the United States US Dept. of Justice 21 Feb 2024 -- The Justice Department issued the following statement from Attorney General Merrick B. Garland on the extradition of Polad Omarov from Czechia to the United States:
Israeli conspiracy behind Iran gas pipeline explosions: Minister IRNA 21 Feb 2024 -- Iran successfully foiled a plot by the Israeli regime to damage the natural gas transmission pipelines in southern and central parts of the country earlier this month, the country's Oil Minister Javad Owji has said.
Iran says foiled Israeli plot to disrupt life of Iranians via gas pipeline attacks Press TV 21 Feb 2024 -- Iran's oil minister has blamed Israel for twin sabotage attacks on gas pipelines in the country last week, saying the government managed to foil an "evil" plot and repair the pipelines in the shortest time possible.
Iran Blames Israel For Explosions At Gas Pipelines That Disrupted Supplies RFE/RL 21 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Oil Minister Javad Owji has blamed Israel for a spate of recent explosions that disrupted gas transmission lines in two of Iran's provinces, incidents that have heightened tensions further between the two rivals.
Rights Group Says Number Of Christians Arrested In Iran On The Rise RFE/RL 21 Feb 2024 -- The number of Christians arrested in Iran jumped sharply in the last six months of 2023, according to a religious rights group, which called on the government to "immediately and unconditionally" release all Christians detained on charges relating to their faith and religious activities.
Israel has put regional security at serious risk: Iran's FM Press TV 20 Feb 2024 -- Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian of Iran says the Israeli regime's protracted war on the besieged Gaza Strip has put regional security at serious risk.
Iran's UN envoy dismisses 'baseless' US allegations about arms smuggling to Yemen Press TV 20 Feb 2024 -- Iran has roundly dismissed as "baseless" US allegations that Tehran is transferring weapons and ammunition to Yemen, stressing that Washington is abusing the Security Council podium to pursue its short-sighted political objectives.
Iran dismisses US claim of arming Yemen IRNA 20 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani has categorically rejected an accusation levelled by the United States that Tehran has been sending weapons to Yemen.
There's no alternative to JCPOA: Russia IRNA 20 Feb 2024 -- Mikhail Ulyanov, Russia's ambassador and permanent representative to international organizations based in Vienna has reiterated that there is no alternative to the Iran nuclear deal, also known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, JCPOA.
Navy chief: Iran to stage combined drills with a dozen of naval powers by yearend Press TV 20 Feb 2024 -- A high-ranking Iranian military commander says the Islamic Republic of Iran Navy plans to hold joint naval exercises with foreign military forces in the northern tip of the Indian Ocean within the next few weeks.
Iran rejects Israeli regime's 'deceitful' claims about Gaza hospital IRNA 19 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has slammed Israeli regime for attacking a major hospital in Gaza on false allegations that it was used by Palestinians resistance fighters.
UN must act to prevent aggression on Gaza's Rafah: Iran FM IRNA 19 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has called on the United Nations to act quickly to prevent potential aggression by the Israeli regime on the city of Rafah in the southern Gaza Strip, where more than a million Palestinians have sought shelter from Israel's genocidal invasion of other parts of the enclave.
Iran supports Palestinian-Palestinian agreement: FM Spox IRNA 19 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has said that his country supports a Palestinian-Palestinian agreement and the political will of the Palestinian people.
Iran backs AU statement on crimes against Palestinians IRNA 19 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman says his country's firmly supports a statement issued during the African Union summit on stopping the crimes against the oppressed Palestinian nation.
Iran lauds African Union statement about Gaza ISNA 19 Feb 2024 -- Iran has hailed a recent statement issued by the African Union (AU), which called for an end to the Israeli regime's military aggression and crimes against the Palestinian people in the besieged Gaza Strip.
UN must take action to prevent Israel's mass atrocities against Palestinians in Rafah: Iran FM Press TV 19 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says the United Nations must take action to prevent further mass atrocities by the Israeli regime in the city of Rafah in southern Gaza Strip.
No power can change fate of Gaza war as Israel suffers 'irreparable defeat: Top Iran general Press TV 19 Feb 2024 -- The chairman of the Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces says the Israeli regime has undoubtedly suffered an "unprecedented and irreparable" defeat in its war against the oppressed people of Palestine.
Iran to US: Stop hypocrisy on Israel's offensive against Rafah Press TV 19 Feb 2024 -- Iran's foreign minister says the United States needs to put an end to its Gaza war hypocrisy and stop its empty rhetoric about the establishment of a ceasefire in the strip while provoking the Israeli regime to attack the city of Rafah.
IRGC Navy adds new home-made combat vessels to its fleet IRNA 19 Feb 2024 -- The Naval Force of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has received two new home-made combat vessels equipped with medium and long-range missiles.
IRGC Navy Takes Delivery of Two New Stealth Warships Sputnik 19 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman-adjacent southern coastline stretches roughly 1,700 km and is home to over half a dozen US military bases, making it vital for the Islamic Republic to maintain adequate military resources to defend its shores using asymmetric means.
Iran using all its diplomatic sway to halt Israeli war on Gaza: Spox IRNA 19 Feb 2024 -- Iran has used all its diplomatic power to halt the Israeli regime's war against Gaza since the beginning of the crisis in the besieged territory, according to the Foreign Ministry spokesman.
Leader: Elections are main pillar of the Islamic Republic ISNA 19 Feb 2024 -- In a meeting with a large number of people from East Azerbaijan Province, Imam Khamenei described the front of Arrogance as being opposed to Iran's elections.
Iran's 'Axis Of Resistance': Different Groups, Same Goals RFE/RL 19 Feb 2024 -- Iran's so-called axis of resistance is a loose network of proxies, Tehran-backed militant groups, and an allied state actor.
Rise In Suicides Among Medical Students In Iran Highlights Growing Crisis In Sector RFE/RL 19 Feb 2024 -- A rise in suicides among medical residents at Iranian schools, revealed in an interview with the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA) with Vahid Shariat, has highlighted a growing crisis within Iran's medical community.
Jailed Iranian Reformist Tajzadeh Issues Scathing Criticism Of Supreme Leader RFE/RL 19 Feb 2024 -- Prominent Iranian reformist politician Mostafa Tajzadeh, who is currently imprisoned at Tehran's notorious Evin Prison, has issued a scathing criticism of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, saying he is responsible for the current "flawed structure of the political system in Iran."
Iran: Afghan security a shared regional issue IRNA 18 Feb 2024 -- Iran's special envoy to Afghanistan Hassan Kazemi-Qomi has stressed that Afghan security and a process which can ensure security, stability and welfare for the Afghan people is a common issue for regional countries.
Iran lauds African Union statement, says it helps end Israeli onslaught on Gaza Strip Press TV 18 Feb 2024 -- Iran has hailed a recent statement issued by the African Union (AU), which called for an end to the Israeli regime's military aggression and crimes against the Palestinian people in the besieged Gaza Strip.
Iran to put domestic satellites into GEO in next 10 years: Minister IRNA 18 Feb 2024 -- The Iranian telecoms ministry has targeted the launch of home-grown satellites into Geostationary Orbit (GEO) during the next 10 years.
Iran plans to put homegrown satellites into GEOs within 10 years: Minister Press TV 18 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Minister of Communications and Information Technology Issa Zarepour says the country plans to send domestically-developed satellites into geostationary equatorial orbits (GEOs) onboard homegrown launch vehicles within the next ten years.
Iran launches home-made ECR system at Bushehr nuclear power plant IRNA 18 Feb 2024 -- Iran has launched a locally-designed and manufactured emergency control room (ECR) simulator at its only nuclear power plant in the southern city of Bushehr.
Iran pursuing 'strategic interaction' with neighbors: Deputy FM IRNA 18 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Ali Bagheri Kani has said that the Islamic Republic has good ties with its neighbors thanks to policies of President Ebrahim Raisi's administration that pursues "a strategic interaction" with the neighboring countries.
Iranian, Saudi foreign ministers discuss developments in Gaza, Rafah ISNA 17 Feb 2024 -- In a telephone conversation on Friday Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian and his Saudi counterpart Faisal bin Farhan held talks over the latest efforts aimed at expanding bilateral ties as well as some regional and international developments especially those of the Gaza Strip and Rafah.
Azarakhsh, Arman air defense systems destroy targets in shortest time: Minister IRNA 17 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Defense Minister Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Gharaei Ashtiani has said that the newly unveiled Azarakhsh and Arman air defense systems can destroy their targets within the shortest time period and distance.
Iran unveils new home-made defense systems IRNA 17 Feb 2024 -- Iran has unveiled a new anti-ballistic missile system and a new low-altitude air defense system, which have been developed by experts of the Iranian Defense Ministry.
Iran unveils domestically-manufactured anti-ballistic, low-altitude defense systems Press TV 17 Feb 2024 -- The Iranian Ministry of Defense has unveiled a sophisticated anti-ballistic missile (ABM) defense system as well as a low-altitude air defense (LAAD) system entirely designed and manufactured by the country's military experts and specialists.
Sources say Israeli regime conducted sabotage attacks in Iran: NYT IRNA 17 Feb 2024 -- The New York Times quoted some sources as saying that the Israeli regime was behind recent attacks on major gas pipelines in Iran.
Iran repairs gas pipelines damaged in sabotage acts: NIGC official IRNA 17 Feb 2024 -- The director of dispatching of the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC), Saeid Aqli, has announced that the natural gas transmission pipelines that were damaged in sabotage acts have been repaired.
Iran nets two terrorists behind attack on Sistan and Baluchestan police headquarters Press TV 17 Feb 2024 -- Iran's security forces have arrested two terrorists involved in a terrorist attack last December on the Rask county's police headquarters in the southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan.
Israel was behind attacks on major gas pipelines in Iran: New York Times Press TV 17 Feb 2024 -- Israel carried out covert attacks on two major natural gas pipelines inside Iran this week, according to a report by The New York Times.
Israel Behind Explosions at Iran's Two Major Gas Pipelines - Report Sputnik 17 Feb 2024 -- Israel is behind explosions at two major natural gas pipelines that occurred in southern Iran on Wednesday night, The New York Times reported, citing two Western officials and a military strategist affiliated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).
Several More Baha'is Jailed In Iran As Crackdown Continues RFE/RL 17 Feb 2024 -- Iran's judiciary has handed down lengthy sentences to several members of the Baha'i community, the country's largest non-Muslim group, the latest in a series of acts by the government against the faith's followers.
US Cyberattack Hit 2 Iranian Military Ships in Red Sea VOA 16 Feb 2024 -- The United States carried out a cyberattack earlier this month against two Iranian military ships as part of its multipronged response to the killing of three U.S. soldiers by Iran-backed proxies, VOA has confirmed.
US, allies' academia collaborated with Iran university on drone research: Report Press TV 16 Feb 2024 -- A report has unveiled that academics from prestigious universities in the US, the UK, and Australia collaborated with a prominent Iranian university on research concerning unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as drones.
IRGC Commander Hails Iran's Missile and Drone Power, Teases New Naval Drone Capabilities Sputnik 16 Feb 2024 -- Iran's military and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps have spent months on high alert in anticipation of possible Israeli and US aggression to escalate the Gaza crisis into a regional crisis, with Tehran warning Washington and its top regional ally that any provocation would be met with a swift response.
Security of Iran, Iraq intertwined: Iraqi official IRNA 15 Feb 2024 -- Iraqi National Security Advisor Qasim al-Araji says the security of Iran and Iraq are tied together, stressing the need for expanding mutual ties to help restore regional security and stability.
Security of Iran, Iraq closely intertwined: Iraq's top security official Press TV 15 Feb 2024 -- Iraqi National Security Advisor Qasim al-Araji says security of Iran and his country is closely intertwined.
Iran calls for emergency OIC meeting on Israeli aggression in Rafah Press TV 15 Feb 2024 -- Iran has called for an emergency meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) amid the dire humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip, especially Rafah which faces an imminent Israeli invasion.
'Iran advanced drones carry out reconnaissance operations at any point' IRNA 15 Feb 2024 -- Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Aerospace Force Brigadier General Amir Ali Hajizadeh says Iran is able to carry out reconnaissance operations at any point using invisible advanced drones.
Iran to take 'reciprocal action' if its ships are seized: Top official Press TV 15 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Vice President for Legal Affairs Mohammad Dehqan says the country will reciprocate if its ships are seized illegally, as the United States acknowledges the confiscation of Iranian oil.
Iran opposes outsiders' presence in region: President IRNA 15 Feb 2024 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi says that the Islamic Republic is opposed to outsiders' presence in the region on the pretext of resolving the issues.
Iran: Dialogue, not unilateral claims, key to settlement of Arash gas field row Press TV 15 Feb 2024 -- Iran has once again reiterated the need to avoid unilateral claims and to resort to dialogue to settle a territorial dispute over the Persian Gulf Arash natural gas field shared with Kuwait and Saudi Arabia.
The UK calls on Iran to use influence to stop Daesh attacks and de-escalate regional tensions: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 15 Feb 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on threats to international peace and security.
Taliban say they assured Iran of mutual cooperation IRNA 14 Feb 2024 -- The Ministry of Defense of Taliban's caretaker government in Afghanistan has announced its readiness for cooperation with Iran, including on border issues and bilateral ties.
Gaza's current status mirrors world's unjust systems: Raisi IRNA 14 Feb 2024 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi says that the current situation in Gaza is a clear manifestation of the unjust systems that have been dominating the world for many years.
Iran FM meets Hamas political bureau chief in Doha ISNA 14 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian met and talked with Ismail Haniyeh head of the political bureau of the Palestinian movement Hamas in Doha.
Iran president: Gaza situation symbolic of unjust world structure Press TV 14 Feb 2024 -- President Ebrahim Raeisi has considered the ongoing situation in the Gaza Strip, which is enduring a genocidal Israeli war, to be symbolic of the unjustness of the governing global structure.
US intervention, support for Israel could cause major regional crisis: Iran tells Saudi Arabia Press TV 14 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Defense Minister Brigadier General Mohammad-Reza Ashtiani has warned that the United States' support for Israel in its genocide against Palestinians in the Gaza Strip could lead to a "major crisis" in West Asia.
Iran urges solid work on implementation of security pact with Iraq Press TV 14 Feb 2024 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran and Iraq should work on a more consolidated approach toward the implementation of a high-profile security pact signed in March 2023, says Iran's Judiciary chief.
US persists on anti-Iran sanctions policy IRNA 15 Feb 2024 -- The United States Department of the Treasury has announced new sanctions against three individuals and four entities over the allegations that they were transferring sophisticated American technology to Iran.
Iran determined to use BRICS capacities: Minister IRNA 15 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Finance Minister, Ehsan Khandouzi in a meeting with Rustam Minnikhanov, the visiting president of Russia's autonomous republic of Tatarstan said the Islamic Republic has started the process of joining the BRICS bloc and serious measures are being taken by the ministry to use this new capacities.
Iran has capability to fight wars from distance: IRGC chief IRNA 14 Feb 2024 -- The chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says Iran has acquired the ability to fight in wars from a distance.
IRGC simulates destroying Israeli F-35 hangars ISNA 14 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has simulated using ballistic missiles to destroy hangars housing the Israeli regime's United States-procured F-35 warplanes.
Iran achieves 'unparalleled naval power', acquires remote warfare capabilities: IRGC chief Press TV 14 Feb 2024 -- The chief commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has underscored the elite force's sophisticated capabilities in maritime wars and says the IRGC never leaves unanswered any aggression on Iranian soil.
'Terrorist sabotage attack': Blast hits major gas transmission pipelines in southern Iran Press TV 14 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Oil Minister Javad Owji says a "terrorist sabotage" attack has targeted two main gas transmission pipelines in the country's southwestern province of Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari as well as the southern province of Fars, causing a massive explosion and a subsequent fire.
Iran's gas network stable after 'sabotage acts': Official IRNA 14 Feb 2024 -- Iran's gas transmission network is stable after sabotage acts targeted natural gas pipelines in two provinces in the center and south of the country, says the dispatching director of the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC).
Two Explosions Rock Iranian Gas Pipelines, Disrupt Supplies RFE/RL 14 Feb 2024 -- Two explosions at gas pipelines that officials are calling "sabotage and terrorist acts" have disrupted gas supplies to offices and industries across three provinces in Iran.
Designating Persons Tied to Network Smuggling U.S. Technology to Central Bank of Iran US Dept. of State 14 Feb 2024 -- The United States is today designating four entities and three individuals tied to a network facilitating the illegal export of U.S. goods and technology to end users in Iran, including the Central Bank of Iran.
Treasury Sanctions Network Smuggling U.S. Technology to Central Bank of Iran US Treasury 14 Feb 2024 -- Today, the Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned a procurement network responsible for facilitating the illegal export of goods and technology from over two dozen U.S. companies to end-users in Iran, including the Central Bank of Iran (CBI), which is designated for its role in providing financial support to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force (IRGC-QF) and Hizballah.
Plane seized in US has nothing to do with Iran's Mahan Air: Official IRNA 14 Feb 2024 -- Head of the Civil Aviation Organization has dismissed reports suggesting that a Venezuelan plane seized by the US earlier this week belonged to Iran's Mahan Air.
Iran reiterates need for peaceful settlement of gas field dispute with Kuwait IRNA 14 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has reiterated the country's position regarding the need for peaceful settlement of a dispute about a gas field with neighboring Kuwait.
Iran, Saudi Arabia should not allow ill-wishers to damage their ties: Envoy IRNA 14 Feb 2024 -- Saudi Arabia's Ambassador to Iran Abdullah bin Saud Al-Anzi has said that Tehran and Riyadh should not allow those who are not pleased with the two countries' close ties to achieve their objectives.
IRGC simulates destroying Israeli F-35 hangars with ballistic missiles Press TV 14 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has simulated using ballistic missiles to destroy hangars housing the Israeli regime's United States-procured F-35 warplanes.
Iran renews call for peaceful settlement of Armenia-Azerbaijan disputes IRNA 13 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has renewed Tehran's call for a peaceful settlement of disputes between Armenia and Azerbaijan, saying Iran is concerned about rising tensions on the border between the countries.
Iran urges Armenia, Azerbaijan to exercise restraint amid border tensions Press TV 13 Feb 2024 -- Iran has voiced concern over the escalation of border tensions between Armenia and Azerbaijan, urging the two neighbors to exercise restraint.
Iran FM, Hamas official discuss Gaza developments IRNA 13 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian and Head of Hamas' political bureau Ismail Haniyeh reviewed the latest developments regarding the war in Gaza.
Iran strongly condemns deadly Israeli airstrikes on Rafah IRNA 13 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has strongly condemned the latest airstrikes by the Zionist regime on civilian areas in the southern Gaza city of Rafah that left scores of Palestinians, including a significant number of children dead or injured.
Iran: Expansion of Israel's war crimes to Rafah will have serious consequences for regime ISNA 13 Feb 2024 -- Iran's foreign minister has issued a stern warning over Israel's planned ground invasion of the city of Rafah in southern Gaza Strip, saying it will have serious consequences for the regime.
IRGC fires ballistic missile from warship for first time IRNA 13 Feb 2024 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy has for the first time fired a ballistic missile from one of its warships.
IRGC launches long-range ballistic missile from warship ISNA 13 Feb 2024 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has successfully launched a long-range ballistic missile from one of its warships, the elite force's commander says.
IRGC Navy successfully test-fires Zolfaqar-class ballistic missile from warship Press TV 13 Feb 2024 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy has for the first time test-fired a Zolfaqar-class ballistic missile from one of its warships.
Iran to prepare document on national strategy to fight corruption IRNA 13 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Justice Minister Amin Hossein Rahimi has announced that Iran will develop a national strategy to combat corruption.
Iran supports Venezuela against illegal US act of plane seizure IRNA 13 Feb 2024 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman has announced the country's strong support for Venezuela's efforts to restore ownership over assets and properties illegally confiscated by the United States.
Iran slams US over illegal seizure of Venezuelan plane Press TV 13 Feb 2024 -- Iran has censured the United States for the illegal seizure of a Venezuelan cargo plane formerly owned by an Iranian firm, saying the move amounts to "hijacking."
Iran's foreign minister praises 'constructive' Tehran-Doha ties Press TV 13 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has praised the "constructive" relations of cooperation between the Islamic Republic and Qatar on regional and international issues.
Majority Of Iranians Shunning Workforce Amid Rise In Discontent RFE/RL 13 Feb 2024 -- Almost six out of every 10 Iranians are neither employed or seeking work, while more than half of those who are employed also hold down a side job.
4 Baluchis Sentenced To Death In Iran For Alleged Insurrection RFE/RL 13 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Court has handed death sentences to four ethnic Baluchis on charges of "baghy," meaning insurrection against a legitimate Imam and the Islamic ruler of the country.
US blurs Israel's full-blown collapse; regime in Hamas talks as Gaza goals 'unattainable': Iran Press TV 12 Feb 2024 -- Iran's foreign minister says if it were not for the United States' all-out support, Israel would have faced "total collapse" following a historic operation by the Palestinian resistance more than four months ago.
Iran FM says Israel to face consequences for attacking Rafah IRNA 12 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian says that Israel's decision to expand its war on Gaza to the border area of Rafah in the enclave will have harsh consequences for the regime.
Iran Red Crescent urges int'l community to uphold humanitarian rights in Gaza IRNA 12 Feb 2024 -- The Iranian Red Crescent Society has called on the heads of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) to pave the way for safeguarding humanitarian rights in the Gaza Strip.
Analysts See Limits to China, Iran, Russia Collaboration With Taliban VOA 12 Feb 2024 -- Since the Taliban seized control in August 2021, China, Iran and Russia have been steadily courting Afghanistan's de facto government for influence. The three countries have kept their embassies open in Kabul and were among the first to hand over Afghan embassies to the Taliban at home.
Iran to put foreign satellites into orbit in two years: Minister IRNA 12 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Minister of Communications and Information Technology Isa Zare'pour has said that the Islamic Republic aims to put into space satellites of other countries, using Iranian-made carriers and launchers within the next two years.
Former Iranian-Owned Boeing Aircraft Successfully Returned to the United States US Dept. of Justice 12 Feb 2024 -- The Department of Justice today completed enforcement of a final order for forfeiture of a U.S.-manufactured Boeing 747 cargo plane, previously owned by Mahan Air, a sanctioned Iranian airline affiliated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corp-Qods Force (IRGC-QF), a designated Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO).
IRGC test-fires long-range ballistic missile from warship: Commander IRNA 12 Feb 2024 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has for a first time fired a long-range ballistic missile from a warship, the commander of the force says, amid Iran's growing efforts to expand its missile program for defense and deterrence purposes.
IRGC launches long-range ballistic missile from warship: Commander Press TV 12 Feb 2024 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has successfully launched a long-range ballistic missile from one of its warships, the elite force's commander says.
Iran FM says Gaza turned into graveyard for Zionists IRNA 11 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has said that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is trapped in the quagmire of Gaza, which has turned into a graveyard for Zionists.
Raeisi reaffirms Iran's support for Palestine ISNA 11 Feb 2024 -- President Ebrahim Raeisi has reaffirmed Iran's unwavering support for the Palestinian people, saying Palestine remains the number one issue of the Muslim world as the founder of the Islamic Republic Ayatollah Ruhullah Khomeini said famously.
Gaza turned into graveyard of Zionists: Iran FM Press TV 11 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says the besieged Gaza Strip has turned into a graveyard for Israeli regime soldiers more than four months into the war.
Iran, Syria share 'practical approach' in supporting Palestinians Press TV 11 Feb 2024 -- Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says Iran and Syria share a "practical approach" in supporting the Palestinians in the months-long Israeli war on the besieged Gaza Strip.
IRGC commander warns US to keep distance from Iran IRNA 11 Feb 2024 -- Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Cops (IRGC) Aerospace Force Brigadier General Amir Ali Hajizadeh has warned the United States against moving its military assets close to Iran.
Two Basij forces martyred in southeastern Iran IRNA 11 Feb 2024 -- The public relations of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Ground Force in Sistan and Baluchestan province, southeastern Iran, has announced that two members of Basij (voluntary forces) have been martyred on the Zahedan-Bam railway route.
Iran celebrates 45th anniversary of Islamic Revolution ISNA 11 Feb 2024 -- Millions of Iranians poured into the streets across the country to celebrate the 45th anniversary of the 1979 Islamic Revolution spearheaded by the late charismatic leader Ayatollah Ruhullah Khomeini.
President Raeisi reaffirms Islamic Revolution's 45-year support for Palestine Press TV 11 Feb 2024 -- President Ebrahim Raeisi has reaffirmed Iran's unwavering support for the Palestinian people, saying Palestine remains the number one issue of the Muslim world as the founder of the Islamic Republic Ayatollah Ruhullah Khomeini said famously.
Iran's Alborz destroyer returns home after Red Sea deployment IRNA 10 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Alborz destroyer has returned to Iranian waters following a 91-day deployment to the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden, being replaced by the Alvand frigate that entered the Red Sea on Saturday.
Iran's Navy welcomes home 94th flotilla after Red Sea mission Press TV 10 Feb 2024 -- The Iranian Navy's 94th flotilla of warships has entered the territorial waters after a long mission in the Gulf of Aden and the Red Sea.
Amirabdollahian says region moving towards political stability IRNA 10 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has said that the Israeli regime has reached none of its stated goals of the Gaza war despite mass killings in the Palestinian territory, adding that the West Asia region is moving toward political stability.
Iran, Russia sign long-term grain supply agreement IRNA 10 Feb 2024 -- Iran and Russia have signed a long-term agreement for supply of grains from Russia to Iran.
Little Room For Negotiation Between Iran And U.S. Amid Middle East Tensions RFE/RL 09 Feb 2024 -- Like two heavyweight boxers, the United States and Iran circle the ring - flexing their muscles without stepping close enough to actually trade blows. It is clear that neither wants to fight, but they also have no interest in settling their stark differences.
Gaza martyrs' blood to put an end to Israeli regime: President Raisi IRNA 08 Feb 2024 -- Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi has emphasized that the Iranian authorities are confident that the blood of martyrs in the Gaza Strip will create a situation that puts an end to the Israeli regime and the current unjust world order.
Iranian Hackers Interrupt UAE Broadcasts With Deepfake News VOA 08 Feb 2024 -- Iranian state-backed hackers interrupted TV streaming services in the United Arab Emirates in December to broadcast a deepfake report on the Israel-Hamas war, Microsoft said this week.
Iran strongly condemns 'American state terrorism' in Iraq Press TV 08 Feb 2024 -- Iran has strongly condemned the "terrorist act of the American government inside Iraq, which led to the martyrdom of several members of the resistance forces against terrorism".
Baghdad attack in line with US support for Israeli regime: Iran FM spox. IRNA 08 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has said that the latest aggressive attack by US Central Command (CENTCOM) in Baghdad, Iraq, was carried out in line with the US administration's all-out support for the Israeli regime's crimes against Palestinians.
Saudi envoy conveys messages of King, Crown Prince to President Raisi IRNA 08 Feb 2024 -- Saudi Arabia's Ambassador to Tehran Abdullah bin Saud Al-Enezi has handed over messages to Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian, which were from King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud to Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi.
Iran FM receives Saudi King Salman's message to President Raeisi Press TV 08 Feb 2024 -- Iran's foreign minister has received a message from Saudi Arabia's King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud addressed to President Ebrahim Raeisi.
Iran self-reliant in meeting nuclear requirements amid Western double standards: AEOI chief IRNA 08 Feb 2024 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Agency of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami has said that the destructive behaviors of arrogant powers (the US and some of its Western allies) and the double standards of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) pushed Iran to meet its nuclear requirements through domestically developed research.
Iran Has 'So Much To Lose' In Direct War With Israel And The United States RFE/RL 08 Feb 2024 -- Since Israel launched its war in the Gaza Strip, Iranian-backed militant groups have attacked Israeli and U.S. targets across the Middle East in a show of support for Palestinians.
Meta Bans Accounts Of Iran's Supreme Leader, Likely For Pro-Hamas Posts RFE/RL 08 Feb 2024 -- Meta has removed accounts run by the office of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Instagram and Facebook for posts in support of the Palestinian group Hamas, which is designated as a terrorist organization by the United States and the European Union.
More Iranian Students Barred From Studies Over Protest Activities As Crackdown Continues RFE/RL 08 Feb 2024 -- At least five students at Tehran's Soore University have been barred from attending classes next semester without being given due process as authorities continue to crack down on any signs of dissent on campus.
Iran has never left negotiating table, will never do so in future: Raisi IRNA 07 Feb 2024 -- Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi says his country has never left the negotiating table and will never do so in the future.
Iran says coordination with IAEA developing IRNA 07 Feb 2024 -- The top atomic official in Iran has described the country's coordination with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) as "developing."
Iran says no plans to build wall at Afghanistan border IRNA 07 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Interior Minister Ahmad Vahidi has dismissed rumors of building a border wall between Iran and Afghanistan, saying there are no such plans.
Nuclear chief: 'Iranium' will turn Iran into major player in enrichment field IRNA 07 Feb 2024 -- Newly-developed magnetic mass spectrometer "Iranium" will turn the country into a major player in the field of uranium enrichment, says the head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran, Mohammad Eslami.
Iranian Envoy To Kabul Sees Afghanistan As Part Of Tehran's 'Axis Of Resistance' RFE/RL 07 Feb 2024 -- Iran's special envoy to Afghanistan and the head of its embassy in Kabul says Tehran includes the war-torn country as part of is "axis of resistance" - a loose-knit network of Iranian-backed proxies and militant groups that aid it in opposing the West, Arab foes, and primarily Israel.
Iran rejects 'baseless' US claims intended to justify illegal strikes Press TV 07 Feb 2024 -- Iran has dismissed as "baseless" the accusations leveled by the United States at the Iranian Armed Forces in a bid to justify its recent illegal airstrikes on Iraq and Syria.
IRGC commander says Israel has received response to its mischiefs on daily basis Press TV 07 Feb 2024 -- A senior commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has warned the Israeli regime that endangering the Islamic Republic's interests anywhere in the world will not go unanswered.
Justice Department Announces Charges and Arrest in Two Separate Illicit Technology Transfer Schemes to Benefit Governments of China and Iran US Dept. of Justice 07 Feb 2024 -- In two separate cases out of U.S. Attorneys' Offices on opposite coasts, several individuals are charged - one of whom was arrested yesterday - in connection with sophisticated schemes to transfer sensitive technology, goods, and information for the benefit of hostile foreign adversaries, in violation of U.S. law.
US not seeking naval conflict with Iran: Pentagon IRNA 07 Feb 2024 -- The US Department of Defense (Pentagon) says it is not looking for a naval conflict with the Islamic Republic of Iran amid military adventurism by American and British forces in the water off Iran under the pretext of providing security to the international maritime trade.
Iran UN envoy responds to 'baseless' US accusations IRNA 07 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations has rejected as baseless the US accusations against the Iranian Armed Forces in a letter and once again condemned the recent American military operations against Iraq and Syria.
US Intelligence Warns of Growing Iranian-Houthi Weapons Cooperation VOA 07 Feb 2024 -- The United States is offering fresh evidence that Houthi attacks on international shipping are being carried out with weaponry designed by Iran, though some analysts and experts warn the findings raise concerns about the effectiveness of the U.S. actions against the Houthis and what it portends of Iran's weapons development program.
DIA report confirms the Houthis' use of Iranian missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles to conduct attacks across the Middle East DIA 06 Feb 2024 -- DIA report confirms the Houthis' use of Iranian missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles to conduct attacks across Middle East
Iran: US attacks on Iraq, Syria blatant violation of international law ISNA 06 Feb 2024 -- Iran has strongly condemned the United States' recent airstrikes on Iraq and Syria as illegal and a blatant violation of international law and the Charter of the United Nations.
Iran, Saudi military officials stress boosting defense ties Press TV 06 Feb 2024 -- Senior Iranian and Saudi military officials have held talks over cooperation between the two countries in security and defense areas.
Two terrorists arrested in southeastern Iran: Police IRNA 06 Feb 2024 -- Police forces have arrested a member of the Daesh terrorist group as well as an element of the Ansar al-Furqan terrorist organization in Sistan and Baluchestan province in southeastern Iran.
Two terrorists arrested in Iran's Sistan and Baluchestan Press TV 06 Feb 2024 -- Iran's police have identified and detained two members of the terrorist groups of Daesh and the so-called Ansar al-Furqan in the country's southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan.
Iran among top six countries loading radioactive sources: AEOI IRNA 06 Feb 2024 -- Iran is among the only six countries globally in loading gamma radioactive sources in large irradiation facilities, the deputy head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) has said.
Iranian Journalists Detained After Security Forces Raid Media Outlet Offices RFE/RL 06 Feb 2024 -- Iranian security forces raided a building housing the editorial office of the Fardaye Eghtesad media outlet, detaining an unknown number of its journalists for hours at their workplace in a sign that a crackdown by authorities on free speech continues.
US attacks on Iraq, Syria violate int'l laws: Iran UN envoy IRNA 06 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani, has strongly condemned the US military attacks on Iraq and Syria, calling them illegal and unjustified.
Iran-Backed Militias Resume Attacks on US Positions VOA 05 Feb 2024 -- Iran-backed militias in Syria are again targeting the United States and its allies, launching at least three attacks on American positions following a U.S. bombardment aimed at disrupting the ability of the militias to pose a threat.
US-UK aggression against Yemen 'alarming threat' to int. peace, security: Tehran ISNA 05 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kan'ani has censured the recent US and British aerial aggression against Yemen as an alarming threat to international peace and security.
US attacks on Yemen, Syria 'clumsy attempt' to divert attention from Gaza: Iran Press TV 05 Feb 2024 -- The Iranian foreign ministry spokesman says the recent US attacks on Yemen, Syria and Iraq are "clumsy attempts" to divert public attention from the crisis that is unfolding in the war-torn Gaza Strip.
Senior Iranian, Saudi military officials meet in Riyadh IRNA 05 Feb 2024 -- senior Iranian and Saudi Arabian military officials have met in the Saudi capital Riyadh amid growing efforts by the two countries to boost their relations.
Iran committed to Iraq's security, stability: SNSC chief IRNA 05 Feb 2024 -- Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council Ali-Akbar Ahmadian has reiterated Iran's commitment to the security and stability of Iraq during his official visit to Baghdad.
Top security official: Iran respects Iraq's sovereignty IRNA 05 Feb 2024 -- Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council Ali Akbar Ahmadian has said that his country respects Iraq's sovereignty, and that Iran's Supreme Leader always emphasizes the deep and long-running friendly ties between the two neighbors.
Iran committed to Iraq's security, stability: Top security official Press TV 05 Feb 2024 -- Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali-Akbar Ahmadian has underscored the Islamic Republic's commitment to the security and stability of Iraq in an official visit to the neighboring country.
Iran Navy to hold joint exercise with Russia, China: Cmdr. IRNA 05 Feb 2024 -- The Iranian Navy will hold joint drills with naval forces from Russia and China, with the aim of safeguarding regional security, the commander of the Iranian Navy has announced.
Iran, Russia, China to hold joint naval drill in coming weeks: Top cmdr. Press TV 05 Feb 2024 -- The commander of the Islamic Republic of Iran Navy says naval forces from Iran, Russia and China are set to hold a joint maritime drill in the coming weeks.
Iran starts construction of fourth nuclear reactor in Isfahan: AEOI IRNA 05 Feb 2024 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) has announced that the Islamic Republic has kicked off building the foundation for a home-grown nuclear reactor in the central city of Isfahan.
US-UK military actions expose their peace-seeking rhetoric as fake: Tehran IRNA 05 Feb 2024 -- The military actions of the United States and the United Kingdom contradict their claims of not seeking the expand the scope of the Zionist regime's war on Gaza, says Tehran.
President Raeisi: Iran's core policy supports distancing of countries from Israel Press TV 05 Feb 2024 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi says the Islamic Republic's core policy is to support countries' distancing from Israel.
Iran, Sudan FMs express determination to promote cooperation after 7-year hiatus in ties Press TV 05 Feb 2024 -- The Iranian foreign minister and his Sudanese counterpart have expressed the determination of their countries to strengthen cooperation as a new chapter has opened in mutual ties after a 7-year hiatus.
Iranian Authorities Keep Up Pressure On Teachers Over Support Of Protests RFE/RL 05 Feb 2024 -- Several Iranian teachers have been disciplined or have been called for questioning by authorities for their support of the country's students in their protests against the regime for its crackdown on freedoms and general concerns about eroding living standards in the country.
Exclusive: UN Rights Commissioner Meets Officials in Iran, Despite Activists Warning Her of Propaganda Risk VOA 05 Feb 2024 -- The U.N. human rights office has issued its first statement about a U.N. rights official's controversial visit to Iran, telling VOA it is aware of rights groups' concerns that Tehran will exploit the visit for propaganda but is confident the world body's work will not be undermined.
Iran, Venezuela discuss 'boosting energy alliance': Minister Press TV 04 Feb 2024 -- Venezuela's Foreign Minister Yvan Gil says he has discussed with Iranian Oil Minister Javad Owji ways to bolster the "energy alliance" between the two countries.
U.S. Vows Additional Steps -- 'Some Perhaps Unseen' -- In Attacks Against Iran-Linked Sites RFE/RL 04 Feb 2024 -- Washington vowed additional military action against Iran-backed groups in the Middle East following two days of attacks in Syria, Iraq, and Yemen in retaliation for months of assaults on U.S. assets in the region, including a drone attack that killed three American service members in Jordan last month.
Letter to the Speaker of the House and President pro tempore of the Senate consistent with the War Powers Resolution (Public Law 93-148) The White House 04 Feb 2024
Iran FM warns US, UK not to test 'wrath of region' IRNA 04 Feb 2024 -- Iranian foreign minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has called on the United States and the United Kingdom to avoid escalating the security situation in the Western Asia region by launching recurring attacks on regional countries amid a conflict in Palestine.
Don't put wrath of West Asia to test, Iran warns US, UK Press TV 04 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has condemned the recent acts of aggression against the countries in West Asia, warning the United States and Britain not to test the wrath of the regional nations.
US, UK fomenting insecurity in region through military activities: Iran IRNA 04 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has strongly condemned fresh US-UK strikes on Yemen, saying that the two Western states are fomenting chaos and insecurity in the West Asia region through their military activities which are aimed at supporting the Israeli regime in its ongoing war on Gaza.
Iran, Saudi Arabia committed to expanding bilateral ties IRNA 04 Feb 2024 -- Head of Iran's Strategic Council on Foreign Relations Kamal Kharrazi has met with Saudi Ambassador to Tehran Abdullah bin Saud al-Anzi, with the two sides stressing the need to expand bilateral relations.
Court hears lawsuit over 1988 US attack on Iranian frigates IRNA 04 Feb 2024 -- An Iranian court has convened to address the grievances of the families of martyrs of a US attack on Iranian naval vessels in the Persian Gulf in 1988 that resulted in the tragic loss of 56 service members.
Iran, Venezuela discuss 'boosting energy alliance': Minister Press TV 04 Feb 2024 -- Venezuela's Foreign Minister Yvan Gil says he has discussed with Iranian Oil Minister Javad Owji ways to bolster the "energy alliance" between the two countries.
Iraq, Syria, Along With Iran, Russia, Condemn US Strikes VOA 03 Feb 2024 -- U.S. military retaliatory strikes on pro-Iranian militia forces inside both Syria and Iraq early Saturday have prompted condemnation from both the Syrian and Iraqi governments, as well as several countries that are allies of both Damascus and Baghdad.
Iran will definitely respond to Zionist regime's aggression on Syria: Embassy IRNA 03 Feb 2024 -- Iran's embassy in Syria has slammed the Israeli regime's attack on areas in south of the Arab country's capital of Damascus early on Friday that left an Iranian military adviser martyred, noting that Iran will definitely respond to the crime.
Raeisi: Latest satellite launches neutralized sanctions, foiled plots to isolate Iran Press TV 03 Feb 2024 -- President Ebrahim Raeisi of Iran has praised the latest launch of homegrown satellites into space as a major development that neutralized Western sanctions and foiled enemy plots to isolate the nation.
Iran unveils upgraded version of its Shafaq missile system IRNA 03 Feb 2024 -- An upgraded version of the Iranian-made missile system Shafaq has been unveiled in the presence of Iran's Army Commander Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi.
Iran Army Aviation showcases long-range Shafaq missile, other achievements Press TV 03 Feb 2024 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran Army Aviation (IRIAA) has unveiled a new precision strike, smart and long-range missile among several other achievements developed and manufactured domestically by Iranian experts.
Iran: US military approach complicates regional situation Press TV 03 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says the United States' military approach has complicated the situation in the region and created obstacles in the path toward a political solution to regional conflicts.
Iran FM: US military approach destructive to politically resolve regional crises IRNA 03 Feb 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has said that the US government's military approach, especially its joint airstrikes with Britian against Yemen, has complicated the situation and made reaching a political solution more difficult.
Iran says tens of Israeli-linked spies, terrorists tracked down in 28 countries IRNA 03 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Intelligence Ministry says it has tracked down tens of spies and terrorists affiliated with the Israeli regime in 28 countries across the three continents of Asia, Africa and Europe.
Designating Iranian Cyber Officials US Dept. of State 02 Feb 2024 -- The United States is today designating the head of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Cyber-Electronic Command (IRGC-CEC), an organization that has been responsible for a series of cyberattacks on critical infrastructure in the United States and other countries, and five of its senior officials.
Treasury Sanctions Actors Responsible for Malicious Cyber Activities on Critical Infrastructure US Treasury 02 Feb 2024 -- Today, the Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned six officials in the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Cyber-Electronic Command (IRGC-CEC), an Iranian government organization responsible for a series of malicious cyber activities against critical infrastructure in the United States and other countries.
Iran Says It's 'Not Looking For War,' But Is Ready For One RFE/RL 02 Feb 2024 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has said during a trip to an impoverished southern region that Tehran is not looking for military conflict but would respond forcefully to any country that threatens the Islamic republic.
'Iran not after war but will respond to those who bully' IRNA 02 Feb 2024 -- President Ebrahim Raisi has issued a stark warning to Iran's enemies, saying the Islamic Republic does not intend to start a war but will respond firmly and decisively to an oppressor or force that wants to bully the country.
Raeisi: Iran's response to any potential attack would be 'decisive and strong' Press TV 02 Feb 2024 -- Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi says Tehran will not start a war but will give a decisive and strong response to any adventurism seeking to bully the Islamic Republic.
Super project: Iran begins construction of $15bn nuclear plant Press TV 02 Feb 2024 -- The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) has begun the construction work on a new nuclear power plant in the country's southern coastal province of Hormozgan with an investment of $15 billion.
Iranian 'Spy Ship' In Spotlight As U.S. Seeks Retaliation Against Tehran RFE/RL 02 Feb 2024 -- Since a Tehran-backed militia in Iraq killed three U.S. soldiers in a drone trike in Jordan, there has been mounting speculation about how Washington might retaliate against Iran.
Justice Department Announces Terrorism and Sanctions-Evasion Charges and Seizures Linked to Illicit, Billion-Dollar Global Oil Trafficking Network That Finances Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and Its Malign Activities US Dept. of Justice 02 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Leadership and Others Indicted, More Than $108 Million Seized, and More Than 500,000 Barrels of Sanctioned Fuel Seized
Imposing Sanctions on Those Supporting Iran's Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) and Missile Production US Dept. of State 02 Feb 2024 -- The United States is imposing sanctions today on four entities operating as front companies and subsidiaries for U.S.-designated Hamed Dehghan and Pishtazan Kavosh Gostar Boshra (PKGB).
Treasury Sanctions Transnational Procurement Network Supporting Iran's Ballistic Missile and UAV Programs US Treasury 02 Feb 2024 -- Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned a key procurement network of prolific suppliers of materials and sensitive technology for Iran's ballistic missile and Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) programs, including the Shahed-series UAV produced by Iran's Shahed Aviation Industries Research Center (SAIRC).
Cleric Urges Iran to Clarify How Student Died in IRGC Custody VOA 02 Feb 2024 -- In his Friday prayer sermons, Molavi Abdol Hamid, a spiritual leader for Iran's Sunni Muslim population, urged government agencies to disclose the details surrounding the death of Sepehr Shirani in the custody of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps in Zahedan.
Coalition Urges UN Rights Official To Delay Iran Visit Saying She Won't See The 'Truth' RFE/RL 02 Feb 2024 -- A coalition of rights activists and writers have penned an open letter to Nada Al-Nashif, the UN deputy high commissioner for human rights, urging her to reconsider her planned visit to Iran saying the government will not allow her to see the "truth" about the situation in the country.
Iran Intelligence forces identify 'tens' of Mossad spies in 28 countries Press TV 02 Feb 2024 -- Iran's Intelligence Ministry says its forces have identified a significant number of spies linked to the Israeli Mossad spy agency in 28 countries across the world.
Iran: US threat to re-impose oil sanctions on Venezuela contravenes UN Charter, intl. law Press TV 01 Feb 2024 -- Iran says a threat by the United States to reinstate sanctions on Venezuela's oil sector runs counter to the UN Charter and international law.
Three Persian Gulf islands are inseparable part of Iran: Raisi IRNA 01 Feb 2024 -- Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi has described the three Iranian islands in the Persian Gulf as inseparable territory of the country.
Pentagon Hints at Stronger Response Against Iranian Proxies VOA 01 Feb 2024 -- U.S. forces are preparing to hit Iran-backed proxies across the Middle East with increased intensity in response to a drone attack on a base in Jordan that killed three U.S. soldiers and injured more than 40 others.
Kataib Hezbollah Ready to Attack Any US Base in Middle East Sputnik 01 Feb 2024 -- Iraqi-based militia Kataib Hezbollah is ready to retaliate against the United States with "undeclared long-range weapons" at any time and place if Washington attempts to avenge the deaths of its three soldiers at a military outpost in Jordan, a spokesperson for the paramilitary group said.
'Iran's successful launch of Mahda satellite opens new window to space launches' IRNA 01 Feb 2024 -- The Iranian minister of communications and information technology has said that the recent successful launch of three Iranian satellites into orbit has opened a new window to the country's space launches.
Report: Iran's oil exports hit 5-year high despite US sanctions Press TV 01 Feb 2024 -- Iran's oil exports have hit a 5-year high in spite of US sanctions, helping to prevent a sharp increase in oil prices triggered by the conflict in West Asia.
'Russia does not violate int'l obligations with Iran, North Korea ties' IRNA 01 Feb 2024 -- Russia's foreign ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova has hailed her country's growing ties with the Islamic Republic of Iran and North Korea, saying these don't violate Moscow's international obligations.
Not looking for war with Iran or any regional side: US IRNA 01 Feb 2024 -- The US State Department rejected his country's plan for any war or conflict with Iran or any other party in the Middle East region but reiterated that Washington is bound to take necessary action to defend its interests.

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