June 2024 - Iran Special Weapons News

Takeaways From Iran's Record-Low Presidential Vote With No Winner RFE/RL 29 Jun 2024 -- The Islamic republic of Iran witnessed its lowest presidential-election turnout ever on June 28, when only around 40 percent of eligible voters cast their ballots.
Iran election heads to runoff; turnout numbers in dispute VOA 29 Jun 2024 -- None of the candidates for president proposed by the Iranian regime secured the necessary votes, the Ministry of Interior said Saturday. The top two vote-getters, Masoud Pezeshkian and Saeed Jalili, will advance to a runoff next Friday.
Reformer Pezeshkian, Hard-Liner Jalili Headed To A Runoff In Iran's Presidential Election RFE/RL 29 Jun 2024 -- Preliminary final results showed that reformist lawmaker Masud Pezeshkian and hard-liner Saeed Jalili will head to a second-round, runoff vote in Iran's presidential election.
Who Is Saeed Jalili? RFE/RL 29 Jun 2024 -- Saeed Jalili is a hard-line conservative who has never held public office but has long been seen as a favorite of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and Iran's clerical establishment.
Who Is Masud Pezeshkian? RFE/RL 29 Jun 2024 -- Masud Pezeshkian is a reformist lawmaker representing the ethnic Azeri-majority province of West Azerbaijan in northwest Iran.
Hard-Liners Withdraw From Iran's Presidential Race To Concentrate Vote RFE/RL 27 Jun 2024 -- Alireza Zakani, the hard-line mayor of Tehran, has said he is withdrawing from Iran's presidential race -- the second to announce backing out of the June 28 election -- to help the conservative camp reach a consensus candidate.
U.S. Slaps Fresh Sanctions On Iranian Entities, Vessels Over Nuclear Escalations RFE/RL 27 Jun 2024 -- The United States on June 27 issued fresh sanctions against Iran in response to Tehran further expanding its nuclear program, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said in a statement.
Two candidates drop out of Iran's presidential race VOA 27 Jun 2024 -- Two hardline candidates in Iran's presidential election withdrew from the race Thursday, one day ahead of the vote, as conservative groups tried to rally behind a single candidate in the special election called after the death of President Ebrahim Raisi.
Telephone conversation with Acting Head of the Executive Branch of the Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Mokhber President of Russia 26 Jun 2024 -- Vladimir Putin had a telephone conversation with Acting Head of the Executive Branch of the Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Mokhber.
Ghazizadeh Hashemi quits Iran's presidential race Press TV 26 Jun 2024 -- Amir-Hossein Ghazizadeh Hashemi, one among the six candidates who are vying to become Iran's next president, has quit the race.
Russia says work underway on 'big treaty' with Iran Press TV 26 Jun 2024 -- Russia says it is working on a significant cooperation agreement with Iran, a sign of growing friendship between the two nations.
Iran, Russia sign major gas supply agreement Press TV 26 Jun 2024 -- Tehran and Moscow have signed a major agreement for the supply of gas from Russia to Iran, according to official news agencies of the two countries.
Ayatollah Khamenei: High voter turnout makes Iran proud, disappoints enemies Press TV 25 Jun 2024 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says a high voter turnout in the upcoming presidential election makes Iran proud and helps the Islamic Republic overcome its enemies.
Iran blasts Europeans' systematic violation of JCPOA after US exit, calls for dialogue Press TV 25 Jun 2024 -- Iran's United Nations envoy says US departure from the 2015 nuclear deal and non-compliance of the European Union and the EU trio (France, Germany, and Italy) are the main reasons behind the failure of the agreement and the current deadlock.
US imposes sanctions on entities claimed to be linked to Iran military Press TV 25 Jun 2024 -- The United States has imposed a raft of new sanctions on nearly 50 entities, companies and people that it claims have been helping the Iranian military transfer billions of dollars worth of funds between various countries.
Targeting Iran's Shadow Banking Network US Dept. of State 25 Jun 2024 -- The United States is today sanctioning nearly 50 entities and individuals that make up a covert network used by Iran's Ministry of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics (MODAFL) and Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) to gain illicit access to the international financial system.
Treasury Targets Shadow Banking Network Moving Billions for Iran's Military US Treasury 25 Jun 2024 -- Today, the Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is sanctioning nearly 50 entities and individuals that constitute multiple branches of a sprawling "shadow banking" network used by Iran's Ministry of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics (MODAFL) and Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) to gain illicit access to the international financial system and process the equivalent of billions of dollars since 2020. MODAFL and the IRGC engage in several commercial revenue-generating activities, most notably the sale of Iranian oil and petrochemicals.
Resistance front will give harsh response to Israel if Lebanon invaded: Iran's top commander ISNA 24 Jun 2024 -- The commander of the Iranian Army's Ground Force says the resistance front will not remain indifferent and will give a harsh response to the Israeli regime if starts a new war on Lebanon.
Defense Ministry ready to equip Iranian airports with indigenous systems: Official Press TV 24 Jun 2024 -- Iran's Defense Ministry is ready to help the country's aviation industry and equip all the airports with fully indigenous systems, the chief executive officer of Iran Electronics Industries (IEI) says.
Effort to restore Iran nuclear deal 'remains elusive', Security Council hears UN News 24 Jun 2024 -- Restoring the Iran nuclear deal to its full and effective implementation "remains elusive", the UN's top political affairs official said on Monday, adding that participating countries remain at odds with each other.
Security Council Hears Briefings on Non-Proliferation, Calls for Return to Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action UN Security Council 24 Jun 2024
Iran and UN Security Council Resolution 2231: E3 Joint Statement UK FCDO 24 Jun 2024 -- The UK, France and Germany (E3) have issued a joint statement following the UN Security Council meeting to discuss the implementation of UNSC Resolution 2231.
Iran must live up to its commitments under the JCPoA: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 24 Jun 2024 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Iran.
Iran, Bahrain agree to start talks aimed at resuming diplomatic relations IRNA 24 Jun 2024 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran and Bahrain have agreed to establish the necessary mechanisms to discuss how to resume political ties.
Iran, Bahrain agree to start talks on resuming relations ISNA 24 Jun 2024 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran and the Kingdom of Bahrain have agreed to start negotiations on the resumption of political relations between the two countries after a hiatus of more than eight years.
Iran opens $3 billion worth of petroleum industry projects Press TV 24 Jun 2024 -- Iran has launched 17 major petroleum industry projects with an investment worth $3 billion as the country moves ahead with plans to expand its oil sector despite sanctions affecting its access to foreign investment and technology.
Highlights: Fourth debate in 2024 Iran presidential election Press TV 24 Jun 2024 -- The fourth televised debate in the 2024 Iranian presidential election was held on Monday night, with six contenders presenting their blueprints on the country's foreign policy.
Resistance front will give harsh response to Israel if Lebanon invaded: Iran's top commander Press TV 23 Jun 2024 -- The commander of the Iranian Army's Ground Force says the resistance front will not remain indifferent and will give a harsh response to the Israeli regime if starts a new war on Lebanon.
Iran: Israel will be the 'ultimate loser' in war with Hezbollah Press TV 22 Jun 2024 -- Iran has warned Israel about the consequences of waging an all-out war on Lebanon's Hezbollah resistance group.
Iran's Space Agency plans to launch 2 satellites in July IRNA 22 Jun 2024 -- The head of Iran's Space Agency (ISA), Hassan Salarieh, has announced plans for two satellite launches in July.
Iran to launch two major satellites in coming weeks: ISA chief Press TV 22 Jun 2024 -- Iranian Space Agency (ISA) chief says the country will carry out two major satellite launches in the coming weeks.
Iran: Statement by the Spokesperson on the sentencing of Narges Mohammadi European External Action Service (EEAS) 22 Jun 2024 -- Iranian human rights defender and Nobel peace prize laureate Narges Mohammadi has been recently sentenced to one additional year in prison.
Guardians of the sky: Iran says Air Defense Force monitoring enemy's slightest movement Press TV 21 Jun 2024 -- The commander of the Islamic Republic of Iran Air Defense Force (IRIADF), a branch of the country's Army, has hailed the force's strong stewardship of the country's airspace.
Highlights: Third debate in 2024 Iran presidential election Press TV 21 Jun 2024 -- The third televised debate in the 2024 Iranian presidential election has taken place, with six contenders presenting their blueprints on the country's cultural and social issues.
UN report condemns executions, hijab crackdown in Iran VOA 21 Jun 2024 -- A report by the United Nations secretary-general condemns the high number of executions carried out in Iran last year and the government's violent crackdown against women and girls for defying the country's mandatory hijab law.
Canada's terrorist designation of IRGC 'utter servility' to Israel: Iran Press TV 21 Jun 2024 -- The spokesman for Iran's Foreign Ministry says Canada's unlawful decision to designate the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist group is "utter servility" to the Israeli regime.
Iran protests Canada's anti-IRGC measure IRNA 21 Jun 2024 -- Following a hostile measure by the Canadian government in describing IRGC as a terrorist entity, the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has summoned Italian ambassador in Tehran as Canada's interest section in Tehran.
Iran rejects US claims, backs resolution of Yemen crisis via diplomatic channels: UN envoy Press TV 20 Jun 2024 -- Iran's ambassador and permanent representative to the United Nations has dismissed a recent US accusation regarding Yemen, stressing that the Islamic Republic has invariably been espousing a peaceful solution to the long-standing crisis in Yemen through diplomatic channels.
Resistance must make Israel pay heavier price for aggression: Iran interim FM Press TV 20 Jun 2024 -- Iran's Interim Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani says Palestinian resistance groups must make use of their entire capacities to force Israel to pay a heavier price for its aggression in the Gaza Strip.
Iran censures Canada for blacklisting IRGC IRNA 20 Jun 2024 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman has strongly condemned Canada for designating the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization, calling the move political-motivated, provocative and irrational.
Iran: Canada's blacklisting of IRGC 'mindless gift to Israel, terrorists' Press TV 20 Jun 2024 -- Iran's interim Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani has denounced the Canadian government's decision to blacklist the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), describing it as a senseless gift to the bloodthirsty Israeli regime, terrorists and enemies of peace and stability in West Asia.
Unwise move: Iran says reserves right to give proper response to Canada's blacklisting of IRGC Press TV 20 Jun 2024 -- Iran says it reserves the right to reciprocate with a "proper" response Canada's unlawful act to designate the country's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) as a "terrorist organization."
Canada's move against IRGC 'a gift' to Israel, terrorists: Iran acting FM IRNA 20 Jun 2024 -- Iran's Acting Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani has said that Canada's decision to designate the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization is a gift to the Israeli regime, terrorists and other enemies of peace and stability in the West Asia region.
Canada takes another hostile action against Iran IRNA 20 Jun 2024 -- Canada's federal government, in yet another hostile and reckless move, has announced that it will placed Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) on its so-called list of terrorist organizations.
Adviser To Iranian Presidential Candidate Praised After Storming Off TV Set RFE/RL 20 Jun 2024 -- Supporters of Iranian reformist presidential candidate Masud Pezeshkian have praised his adviser Mohammad Fazeli for storming off the set of a live televised discussion program after a fiery exchange with a hard-line pundit.
Canada Adds Iran's Revolutionary Guards To Its List Of Terrorist Groups RFE/RL 19 Jun 2024 -- Canada has listed Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist entity and advised any Canadians in Iran to leave the country.
In new hostile move, Canada designates anti-terror IRGC as 'terrorist group' Press TV 19 Jun 2024 -- In yet another hostile move against Iran, Canada has designated the country's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), which is credited for its domestic and regional anti-terror endeavor, as a "terrorist organization."
Ghazizadeh Hashemi says will pursue diplomacy of power Press TV 19 Jun 2024 -- Presidential candidate Amir Hossein Ghazizadeh Hashemi has pledged to champion a robust diplomacy of power and to continue late President Ebrahim Raeisi's strategic international relations policy that yielded numerous accomplishments if elected to office in the June 28 presidential vote.
Iran's Navy says acquires advanced drones, to announce new unique additions to fleet Press TV 19 Jun 2024 -- Iranian Navy Commander Rear Admiral Shahram Irani says there will soon be new additions to the force and that effective presence across the world's oceans is a "priority."
China, Iran, North Korea 'Countries Of Concern' For Russia Support, Blinken Says RFE/RL 18 Jun 2024 -- U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken described China, Iran, and North Korea as "countries of concern" for their involvement in Russia's war economy at a June 18 joint press conference with NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg.
Iran's digital currency available to public in late June under pilot scheme Press TV 18 Jun 2024 -- The Central Bank of Iran (CBI) has announced the start of a pilot scheme for using the country's digital currency under a pilot program in the southern island of Kish.
Pezeshkian says he favors diplomacy but vows not to cave in to coercion Press TV 18 Jun 2024 -- Masoud Pezeshkian, one of the six candidates in the June 28 presidential election, says he is not against diplomacy and negotiations but will not cave in to coercion.
Activists Condemn Iran-Sweden Prisoner Swap Of Convicted War Criminal Nouri RFE/RL 18 Jun 2024 -- International human rights groups and activists have strongly condemned a prisoner exchange between Sweden and Iran that involved Hamid Nouri, a former Iranian prison official convicted in the Nordic country of crimes against humanity.
West hindering nuclear deal's revival, blaming Iran for failure: Russia Press TV 17 Jun 2024 -- A senior Russian diplomat says the three European signatories to the Iran nuclear deal have failed to fulfill their commitments and are now blocking the negotiations to revive the US-abandoned agreement.
'E3 statement on Iran nuclear program invalid, based on false claims' Press TV 17 Jun 2024 -- Iran has strongly condemned a recent statement issued by three European countries on Tehran's peaceful nuclear program as absurd and based on false allegations.
Thailand takes next steps to join BRICS VOA 16 Jun 2024 -- Thailand is pushing ahead with its application to join BRICS, the group of developing countries that includes Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, but experts say they are skeptical about whether it is the right move.
BRICS Members Reject Joint Declaration at Swiss Ukraine Conference Sputnik 16 Jun 2024 -- The BRICS countries, as well as several other states that attended the Swiss-hosted summit on Ukraine did not sign a joint declaration on the results of the talks on Sunday, according to the signatory list.
Iran Army Ground Force acquires know-how to make anti-armor weapons:Commander Press TV 16 Jun 2024 -- The commander of the Iranian Army's Ground Force says the military unit has acquired the technology for developing various types of rocket launchers and anti-armor weapons to confront potential threats in the future.
Iran condemns 'invalid' E3 statement on its nuclear program IRNA 16 Jun 2024 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry has condemned the latest joint statement by the UK, France and Germany -- known as E3 -- on the Islamic Republic's nuclear program, calling it absurd and invalid, which contains false claims.
Qalibaf says will prioritize diplomacy, foreign relations if elected president Press TV 16 Jun 2024 -- Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, a candidate in the June 28 presidential election, says expanding Iran's relations with all countries in the world is of great importance to him, stressing that foreign policy and diplomacy will be the "main pillar" of his government if elected president.
Iran will act decisively in defending its security, nat'l interests: FM spox IRNA 16 Jun 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has said that the Islamic Republic will continue to play a constructive role in establishing sustainable security in the region. At the same time, the country will act decisively in defending its security and national interests.
Iran to act decisively in safeguarding own security, national interests: FM spox Press TV 16 Jun 2024 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman has underscored the country's constructive role in establishing lasting security across the West Asia region, and asserted that the Islamic Republic will act decisively to defend its security and national interests.
'Terrorist, saboteur training centers identified in some neighboring countries' IRNA 16 Jun 2024 -- Terrorist and saboteur training centers have been established in some foreign countries and are being used for terrorist activities, and some of these centers have been identified, says the commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Ground Force.
Two terrorists killed, one arrested in SE Iran IRNA 16 Jun 2024 -- Iranian border police commander Brigadier General Ahmad Ali Goudarzi says that Iranian border guards have killed two members of a Takfiri terrorist group and arrested another in the southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan.
Iran, Russia need to strengthen strategic coordination, constant consultation on Caucasus: Interim FM Press TV 16 Jun 2024 -- Interim Iranian Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani says Iran and Russia should strengthen strategic coordination on the developments in the Caucasus region.
Iran Oil Ministry signs contracts worth $2bn IRNA 16 Jun 2024 -- The Iranian Oil Ministry has signed four contracts worth $2 billion, including agreements to develop two oil fields.
Iran awards nearly $2bn worth of oil contracts to domestic companies Press TV 16 Jun 2024 -- The Iranian Oil Ministry has awarded four new contracts to domestic companies with a total investment value of nearly $2 billion.
Iran to react if Israel conducts broad raid on Lebanon: Israeli media IRNA 15 Jun 2024 -- Media outlets of the Israeli regime warned their leaders in Tel Aviv that if the regime launches a full-scale attack on Lebanon, Iran is likely to get involved.
Iran warns Israel of 'hell with no return' if Lebanon invaded ISNA 15 Jun 2024 -- Iran's interim Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani has cautioned Israel against waging a war on Lebanon, saying any such aggression is like going to "hell with no return".
Iran: joint statement by France, Germany and United Kingdom UK FCDO 15 Jun 2024 -- Joint statement by the spokespeople for the Foreign Ministries of France, Germany and the United Kingdom on the Iranian nuclear programme.
Iran at peak of its power, says IRGC chief Press TV 15 Jun 2024 -- Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Major General Hossein Salami says Iran has reached the peak of its military and political power and has become a key element in international equations.
Securing release of Hamid Nouri demonstrated Iran's strong diplomacy: Spox IRNA 15 Jun 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has said that securing the release of Hamid Nouri demonstrated Iran's strong diplomacy in safeguarding its national interests and strong support for the rights of the Iranians.
Former Iranian Prison Official, Swedish EU Diplomat Released In Prisoner Exchange RFE/RL 15 Jun 2024 -- A former Iranian prison official who was sentenced to life in a Swedish prison for crimes committed during the mass execution of political prisoners in 1988 was released by Sweden, officials said, in a prisoner swap that also saw Tehran release an EU diplomat.
Ex-Iranian official Hamid Nouri returns home after long incarceration in Sweden Press TV 15 Jun 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kan'ani has confirmed that Hamid Nouri, a former Iranian judiciary official who had been illegally imprisoned in Sweden on politically motivated charges, has been released from prison and returned to Iran.
Mokhber calls for speeding up implementation of Iran-Russia comprehensive cooperation deal IRNA 15 Jun 2024 -- Iran's Acting President Mohammad Mokhber has called for speeding up the implementation of a comprehensive cooperation agreement between the Islamic Republic and Russia.
Iran urges speedy implementation of comprehensive cooperation agreement with Russia Press TV 15 Jun 2024 -- Interim President Mohammad Mokhber says Iran and Russia should make necessary decisions to implement a comprehensive bilateral cooperation agreement as soon as possible.
Iran's border guard police inflict heavy blow on terror group IRNA 15 Jun 2024 -- Commander of Iran's border guard police Ahmad Ali Goudarzi says the country's border guards have inflicted a heavy blow against terrorists in the southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan.
Iranian border guards thwart terrorist plot ahead of snap presidential election Press TV 15 Jun 2024 -- The commander of the Iranian border police says his forces have foiled a terrorist plot before the June 28 snap presidential election, forcing the militants to flee the country and confiscating a significant amount of ammunition.
Iran warns Israel of 'hell with no return' if Lebanon invaded Press TV 14 Jun 2024 -- Iran's interim Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani has cautioned Israel against waging a war on Lebanon, saying any such aggression is like going to "hell with no return".
Petroleum Min: Russia to invest in Iran's new oil fields IRNA 14 Jun 2024 -- Iranian Petroleum Minister Javad Owji has said that the Russian Federation will invest in Iran's oil fields.
Iran, Russia 'resolute' on deepening all-out ties, implementing all deals Press TV 14 Jun 2024 -- Top Iranian and Russian officials have reiterated their firm determination to strengthen bilateral relations and implement the agreements previously reached between the two countries in various fields.
Iran: Russia ties strategic, founded on unchanging principles Press TV 14 Jun 2024 -- Interim Iranian President Mohammad Mokhber has described the country's relations with Russia as strategic and founded upon unchanging principles.
Agent linked to Israeli Mossad spy agency, anti-Iran media captured in central Iran Press TV 14 Jun 2024 -- Iranian intelligence forces have captured an individual in the country's central province of Qom on charges of affiliation to the Israeli Mossad spy agency and collaboration with foreign-based media outlets involved in a propaganda campaign against the Islamic Republic.
Iran's Space Industry Soars with Four New Satellites and a Transfer Block IRNA 13 Jun 2024 -- The Israeli Telecommunications Company, Bezeq has come under cyberattack, causing chaos among its consumers on Tuesday, media sources said.
Telephone conversation with Iran's Interim President Mohammad Mokhber President of Russia 13 Jun 2024 -- Vladimir Putin had a telephone conversation with Interim President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Mokhber at the initiative of the Iranian side.
Iranian security forces kill two main members of terrorist group planning attacks Press TV 13 Jun 2024 -- Iranian security forces have killed two main members of a terrorist group who were planning attacks in the country's southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan recently.
Iranian Dissident Sepehri Sentenced To Further 18 1/2 Years For Comments About Israel RFE/RL 13 Jun 2024 -- Fatemeh Sepehri, a prominent critic of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has been sentenced to an additional 18 1/2 years in prison for "supporting Israel," a thinly veiled reference to her condemnation of an October 7 attack by Hamas -- designated a terrorist organization by the U.S. and EU -- on Israel that killed some 1,200 people, mainly civilians.
Iran's Latest Reported Nuclear Escalations US Dept. of State 13 Jun 2024 -- The report issued today by the IAEA makes clear that Iran aims to continue expanding its nuclear program in ways that have no credible peaceful purpose.
Tehran, Baku hold joint military drill in northwestern Iran IRNA 13 Jun 2024 -- The first joint military exercises between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Republic of Azerbaijan have been held in Iran's northwestern city of Poldasht.
Iran, Azerbaijan to carry out tactical military exercises Press TV 12 Jun 2024 -- Military divisions of Iran and Azerbaijan are scheduled to carry out a tactical drill in Azerbaijan's exclave of Nakhchivan, as the two neighboring countries eye further promotion of bilateral relations in a wide range of spheres.
'Iran, Russia determined to strengthen ties' IRNA 12 Jun 2024 -- Iran's Acting Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani has said that the Islamic Republic and Russia are determined to further expand their mutual cooperation in the wake of what he called common threats.
Lavrov: Russia and Iran fully agree on text of state treaty ISNA 12 Jun 2024 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says his country and Iran have reached full agreement on the text of a major cooperation deal that is expected to elevate relations between the two allied countries to a new level.
No logic behind E3 anti-Iran resolution at IAEA: Russia IRNA 12 Jun 2024 -- Russia's ambassador and permanent representative to Vienna-based International Organizations calls unnecessary and illogical a resolution at the Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) under the pretext of increasing Iran's cooperation with the agency.
Iran court orders US to pay $2.88bn in damages for Ahvaz attack IRNA 12 Jun 2024 -- An Iranian court has ordered the government and authorities of the United States to pay $2.88 billion as damages for the terror attack in the southwestern city of Ahvaz in 2018.
Iran welcomes Canadian court ruling on downed Ukrainian jet IRNA 12 Jun 2024 -- Iran's Deputy President for Legal Affairs Mohammad Dehghan says the Islamic Republic has welcomed the ruling of the Canadian court regarding a plane that was mistakenly shot down by Iranian military forces in Tehran on January 8, 2020, in the tension caused by the assassination of Iran's Lieutenant General Qassem Soleimani in Iraq by the US army.
Hezbollah stands strong, won't let Israel commit folly: Iran Press TV 12 Jun 2024 -- Iran's Interim Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani has praised the remarkable capabilities of the resistance front in the region, warning that the Lebanese resistance movement Hezbollah will respond to any follies by the Israeli occupation regime.
Iran's Top Presidential Candidate Called Out After Talking Up Free-Speech Credentials RFE/RL 12 Jun 2024 -- Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, widely considered the front-runner in Iran's June 28 presidential election, has come under fire after boasting about his free-speech credentials.
Iran Commutes Death Sentence Of Sunni Cleric Detained During 2022 Protests RFE/RL 12 Jun 2024 -- Iran's judiciary has commuted the death sentence of Sunni cleric Mohammad Khezrnejad to imprisonment after widespread criticism of the punishment both at home and abroad.
In letter to UN, Iran urges world body to pressure Israel into honoring ICJ rulings Press TV 11 Jun 2024 -- Iran has called on the United Nations to ratchet up pressure on Israel to make it abide by the rulings issued by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) against the regime's genocidal war on the Gaza Strip.
Canadian court orders Ukraine airline to pay damages over jet downed in Iran IRNA 11 Jun 2024 -- A top Canadian court has ordered Ukraine International Airlines (UIA) to pay compensations to families of a plane that was downed near the Iranian capital Tehran more than four years ago amid high military tensions in the region.
Iran to gain advantage from BRICS bank: Russia IRNA 11 Jun 2024 -- Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov has noted that Iran's membership in the BRICS New Development Bank will pave the way for the country's smooth accession to the structure of the bloc.
Iran, Russia advance comprehensive treaty talks ISNA 11 Jun 2024 -- Iran's Acting Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov convened on Monday during the sidelines of the BRICS foreign ministers' meeting in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, to discuss on the finalization of a new comprehensive bilateral treaty.
Lavrov says Russia and Iran fully agree on text of state treaty Press TV 11 Jun 2024 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says his country and Iran have reached full agreement on the text of a major cooperation deal that is expected to elevate relations between the two allied countries to a new level.
Iran pres. candidates present plans as televised campaigns begin Press TV 11 Jun 2024 -- Iran's presidential candidates have outlined their programs as election campaigns have begun.
Texas Men Sentenced for Conspiracy to Sell Sanctioned Iranian Petroleum to China US Treasury 11 Jun 2024 -- Two Texas men, both of whom were convicted at trial, were sentenced today to 45 months in prison for attempting to violate the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), conspiracy to violate IEEPA and conspiracy to commit money laundering based on their attempt to transact in sanctioned petroleum and launder the proceeds.
China affirms commitment to Iran's territorial integrity IRNA 10 Jun 2024 -- China's top diplomat has affirmed his country's commitment to Iran's territorial integrity, calling for improvement of ties in all fields.
China asserts adherence to Iran's territorial integrity, sovereignty Press TV 10 Jun 2024 -- China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi has pledged Beijing's commitment to respecting Iran's territorial integrity and sovereignty.
Iran rejects GCC's 'unconstructive, fruitless' claims on trio Persian Gulf islands Press TV 10 Jun 2024 -- Iran says it regards any claim about its sovereignty over the three islands of Abu Musa, the Greater Tunb and the Lesser Tunb in the Persian Gulf as "interference" in its internal affairs.
Taliban: Pakistan, Iran expelled over 400,000 Afghan refugees so far in 2024 VOA 10 Jun 2024 -- The Taliban government in Afghanistan has said that the eviction of hundreds of thousands of Afghan refugees from Pakistan and Iran continues unabated, with around 2,000 individuals arriving in the country daily.
No sign of US seeking ceasefire in Gaza: Iran IRNA 10 Jun 2024 -- There is no sign that the US is in favor of establishing a truce in the Gaza Strip as the Zionists have committed atrocities in the US-backed war against Palestinians, Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani says.
Iran sees any claim about trio islands as interference: FM spox IRNA 10 Jun 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman has condemned baseless remarks about its three southern islands, stressing that Tehran sees any related claims as an interference in its internal affairs and territorial integrity.
Iran Sets Series Of Debates For Election Campaign, Warns Media On Coverage RFE/RL 10 Jun 2024 -- Iranian authorities have announced the commencement of the campaign season for upcoming early presidential elections amid a judicial crackdown on media outlets accused of misrepresenting election coverage.
Iran's 'Highly Engineered' Race For Presidency Dominated By Hard-Liners RFE/RL 10 Jun 2024 -- Iran's hard-liners controlled all levers of powers in the Islamic republic during Ebrahim Raisi's presidency.
Campaigning begins for Iran's presidential election ISNA 10 Jun 2024 -- Campaigning has officially started for Iran's upcoming election, with six candidates vying to replace the late President Ebrahim Raisi.
Profile: Ghazizadeh Hashemi, Ex-Lawmaker, Head of Martyrs' Foundation Press TV 10 Jun 2024 -- By Press TV Website Staff
Profile: Masoud Pezeshkian, Lawmaker and Former Health Minister Press TV 10 Jun 2024 -- By Press TV Website Staff
Many nations seeking to obtain Iranian drones: Iran Air Force commander ISNA 10 Jun 2024 -- Brigadier General Hamid Vahedi, commander of the Iran Air Force, announced that several countries are interested in obtaining the domestically developed unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) produced by Iranian military experts.
Iran's Air Defense Force made 'leaping progress' in recent years: Commander Press TV 10 Jun 2024 -- The chief commander of the Iranian Army's Air Defense Force has hailed the achievements of his forces in recent years, saying they have made "leaping progress" by exercising self-reliance.
Chinese FM Wang Yi expresses China's willingness to strengthen strategic coordination with Iran, fully utilizing the BRICS mechanism in reforming and improving global governance Global Times 10 Jun 2024 -- China's top diplomat Wang Yi welcomed Iran's participation as a formal member for the first time at the BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting, expressing China's willingness to strengthen strategic coordination with Iran, fully utilize the BRICS mechanism in reforming and improving global governance, further enhance the influence and voice of Global South countries, and promote the international order toward a more just and reasonable direction.
Iran determined to further deepen strategic ties with Russia: Interim FM Press TV 10 Jun 2024 -- Iran's interim Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani says the country is determined to expand its strategic relations with Russia.
Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's opening remarks during a meeting with Acting Foreign Minister of Iran Ali Bagheri Kani on the sidelines of the BRICS Foreign Ministers Meeting, Nizhny Novgorod, June 10, 2024 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 10 Jun 2024
IAEA's political resolution won't hinder Iran's nuclear development: Interim FM Press TV 10 Jun 2024 -- Iran's interim foreign minister says a politically-motivated resolution issued by the Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will fail to impede efforts by the Islamic Republic to implement its nuclear development plans.
US government 'biggest loser' of war on Gaza: Iran IRNA 09 Jun 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman has described the United States as the "biggest loser" in the Israeli war on the Gaza Strip.
'Iran has been loudest voice against Israeli crimes in Gaza' IRNA 09 Jun 2024 -- Iran's Acting Foreign Minister, in an opinion published by the Turkish Milliyet newspaper says that the Islamic Republic has been one of the loudest voices against the Zionist regime's crimes against the oppressed people of Palestine in the last eight months and tried to stop the attacks and genocide as soon as possible.
Iran: US, Israel must be held accountable for genocide in Gaza Press TV 09 Jun 2024 -- Iran says the United States and Israel lost their war on the besieged Gaza Strip and must be held accountable for genocide against the people of Palestine.
Iran among 'loudest voices' against Israeli crimes in Gaza: Interim FM Press TV 09 Jun 2024 -- The interim foreign minister says Iran is one of the countries that have raised "the loudest voices" against Israel's genocidal war crimes in the Gaza Strip.
Iran unveils upgraded version of its Kowsar satellite IRNA 09 Jun 2024 -- Iran has unveiled an upgraded version of its homegrown satellite, Kowsar, in a ceremony attended by officials from knowledge-based and private companies.
Iran unveils flight models of Kowsar, Hodhod satellites Press TV 09 Jun 2024 -- Iran has unveiled flight models of the homegrown Kowsar and Hodhod satellites.
Iran Approves Parliament Head, Five Others As Presidential Candidates RFE/RL 09 Jun 2024 -- Iran's powerful Guardians Council approved the country's conservative parliament speaker and five other candidates to run in a June 28 election called after President Ebrahim Raisi was killed in a helicopter crash last month.
Iran's Constitutional Council wraps up vetting presidential hopefuls Press TV 09 Jun 2024 -- Iran's Constitutional Council, a 12-member election supervisory body, says it had finalized the list of qualified presidential candidates and delivered it to the Interior Ministry.
Iran releases final list of six approved candidates for June 28 presidential election Press TV 09 Jun 2024 -- Iran's Interior Ministry has released the final list of six approved candidates for the 14th presidential election, which is set to take place on June 28.
Iran announces list of approved candidates for June 28 elections IRNA 09 Jun 2024 -- Iran's Election Headquarters has announced the final list of presidential candidates approved by the Guardian Council.
Profile: Alireza Zakani, Tehran Mayor and Former Lawmaker Press TV 09 Jun 2024 -- Six candidates were approved by the Constitutional Council, a 12-member election supervisory body, on Saturday to run in Iran's upcoming presidential election slated for June 28.
Profile: Saeed Jalili, Ex-Nuclear Negotiator, Security Body Chief Press TV 09 Jun 2024 -- By Press TV Website Staff
Profile: Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, Parliament Speaker Press TV 09 Jun 2024 -- By Press TV Website Staff
Factbox: Iran set to hold presidential vote on June 28 with 6 candidates in fray Press TV 09 Jun 2024
Many countries interested in Iranian drones: Commander IRNA 09 Jun 2024 -- Chief of the Iranian Army's Air Force Brigadier General Hamid Vahedi says many countries are interested in buying Iranian-made drones.
Iran Air Force commander: Many countries eager to purchase Iranian drones Press TV 09 Jun 2024 -- Commander of the Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force, Brigadier General Hamid Vahedi, says many foreign countries are eager to purchase and acquire the unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), which Iranian military experts have developed domestically.
Bahrain requests normalization with Iran through Russia ISNA 09 Jun 2024 -- Assistant to the Presidential Office for Political Affairs in Iran, Muhammad Jamshidi, has divulged that Bahrain sent a request to Russia to normalize its relations with Iran, after strained ties for over eight years.
Operation True Promise revealed Israeli regime's fake deterrence: Iran acting FM IRNA 09 Jun 2024 -- Iran's Acting Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani has said that the country's Operation True Promise against Israel proved that the regime's deterrence is fake.
Bagheri: Iran puts Zionists in their place in case of threats ISNA 09 Jun 2024 -- Iran's Acting Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani on Saturday issued a resolute stance as he affirmed Iran's commitment to using its power to deter Israel in times of regional destabilization.
Iran says will 'put Zionists in their place' if they destabilize region Press TV 09 Jun 2024 -- Iran's interim foreign minister says the Islamic Republic will not hesitate to employ its deterrence power in case Israel undermines regional security and stability.
'Nuseirat massacre result of int'l inaction on Gaza' IRNA 08 Jun 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has strongly condemned the Israeli regime's massacre in Gaza's Nuseirat refugee camp, blaming the carnage on inaction by world governments and responsible international bodies including the UN Security Council.
Iran: Nuseirat massacre result of world bodies' inaction on Israeli crimes in Gaza Press TV 08 Jun 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kan'ani has denounced the Israeli regime's "heinous and shocking crime" at al-Nuseirat camp in central Gaza.
Muslim states must cut all ties with Israel, force it to end crimes: Iran interim FM Press TV 08 Jun 2024 -- Iran's Interim Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani says Muslim countries should sever all relations with Israel and take practical steps to force the regime to stop its crimes against the people of Palestine.
D-8 nations agree there should be no more tolerance for Israeli regime: Iran IRNA 08 Jun 2024 -- Iran's Acting Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani has said that all member states of the Developing Eight (D-8) Organization for Economic Cooperation have agreed that there should be no more tolerance for the Israeli regime's crimes against the Palestinian people.
D-8 ministers call for immediate, unconditional end to Israeli war on Gaza Press TV 08 Jun 2024 -- The D-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation has issued a key statement after a meeting in Turkey calling for an immediate end to the Israeli war on Gaza.
US hampering Afghanistan progress through its assets seizure: Iran's interim FM Press TV 08 Jun 2024 -- Iran's interim Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani has deplored the seizure of Afghanistan's national assets, arguing that Washington is hampering the progress of the country and exacerbating humanitarian situation despite having withdrawn its military forces in August 2021.
IRGC intelligence forces nab counter-revolutionary agent in northwestern Iran Press TV 08 Jun 2024 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) intelligence forces have arrested an individual in Iran's northwestern province of Ardabil on charges of directing a disinformation campaign against the Islamic establishment, and manipulation of the public opinion.
Iran's judiciary alleges activist has ties to Israeli spy agency VOA 08 Jun 2024 -- Following the arrest of Hossein Shanbehzadeh, a literary editor, activist and former political prisoner, the prosecutor accused him of having "ties with high-ranking Mossad officers."
Iran: Palestine tragedy will not end unless US, Europe halt support for Israel Press TV 07 Jun 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kan'ani has deplored the unwavering support of the United States and Europe for Israel, saying a complete end to such an approach is the sole way to stop the ongoing horrific tragedy in the occupied Palestinian territories.
Iran's interim FM in Istanbul to attend D-8 meeting on Israeli war on Gaza Press TV 07 Jun 2024 -- Iran's interim foreign minister has left Tehran for Istanbul to attend an extraordinary meeting of foreign ministers of the Developing Eight (D-8) Organization for Economic Cooperation on Israel's genocidal war on Gaza.
E3, US, IAEA 'ineffectual' on Iran's nuclear case, will remain so: Shamkhani Press TV 07 Jun 2024 -- A political advisor to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the United States and the European troika — also known as the E3 — will never achieve any success in their moves against Iran.
Iran Sets Restrictive Media Conditions In Run-Up To Presidential Election RFE/RL 07 Jun 2024 -- The Iranian government has issued strict guidelines for media conduct in the run-up to Iran's presidential election, which was called after the recent death of former President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash.
Death sentence of Kurdish-Iranian cleric upheld VOA 07 Jun 2024 -- The U.S.-based Campaign for Human Rights in Iran is condemning Iran's Supreme Court for upholding the death sentence of Kurdish cleric Mamusta Mohammad Khezrnejad for his involvement in the 2022 nationwide protests over the death in morality police custody of Mahsa Amini.
Iran to inaugurate West Asia's biggest spaceport: Minister Press TV 06 Jun 2024 -- Iran's minister of communications and information technology says the Islamic Republic is to inaugurate the West Asia region's biggest spaceport in its southern port city of Chabahar by early next year.
Iran Slams 'Unconstructive' Resolution By Nuclear Watchdog, Vows 'No Retreat' RFE/RL 06 Jun 2024 -- Iran has criticized a resolution by the board of governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) calling on Tehran to step up its cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog.
Joint Statement on behalf of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Russian Federation under the agenda item 6 of the session of the IAEA Board of Governors «Verification and monitoring in the Islamic Republic of Iran in light of United Nations Security Council Resolution 2231 (2015)», Vienna, June 4, 2024 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 06 Jun 2024
Russia, China Voted Against IAEA's Resolution on Iran Sputnik 06 Jun 2024 -- Russia and China voted against the International Atomic Energy Agency's (IAEA) resolution condemning Iran's alleged "nuclear escalation," its adoption could significantly complicate cooperation between the organization and Tehran, Russia's Permanent Representative to International Organizations in Vienna Mikhail Ulyanov said.
Iran rules out IAEA Board of Governors' resolution IRNA 06 Jun 2024 -- The Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Iran to the United Nations in New York Amir Saeed Iravani has rejected the allegations made against Iran in a recent resolution by the Board of Governors (BoG) of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
Iran condemns IAEA's BoG anti-Iran resolution IRNA 06 Jun 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry has strongly condemned the issuance of an anti-Iran resolution, stressing that such moves would not have any negative effect to undermine Iran's nuclear development plans.
E3 responsible for consequences of IAEA resolution: Iran envoy IRNA 06 Jun 2024 -- Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in Vienna, Mohsen Naziri has criticized Britain, France and Germany, together known as the Troika or E3, for proposing "a non-constructive" anti-Iran resolution at the agency's Board of Governors meeting.
Iran won't back down from its inalienable rights: AEOI spox IRNA 06 Jun 2024 -- Spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Behrouz Kamalvandi has said that the Islamic Republic will not back down from its inalienable rights in the face of political pressures, calling on Western countries to "take the path of interaction and cooperation".
Iran strongly rejects IAEA allegations in new resolution Press TV 06 Jun 2024 -- Iran's permanent ambassador to the United Nations has firmly rejected allegations by the IAEA against the Islamic Republic's peaceful nuclear program.
Iranian envoy warns negative consequences of IAEA resolution lie with E3 Press TV 06 Jun 2024 -- Iran's permanent representative to the United Nations office in Vienna has censured Britain, France and Germany for spearheading a resolution against Tehran at the IAEA, warning that the three European countries will bear responsibility for the negative consequences of the move.
IAEA resolution won't undermine Iran's nuclear development plans: Ministry Press TV 06 Jun 2024 -- The Foreign Ministry has strongly condemned the United Nations nuclear agency's earlier passage of an anti-Iranian resolution, insisting that such moves would not serve to undermine the country's nuclear development plans.
Concerns Grow For Detained Iranian Activist As His Whereabouts Remain Unknown RFE/RL 06 Jun 2024 -- The family of Hossein Shanbehzadeh said they do not know where the Iranian literary editor and activist is after security officers arrested him for unknown reasons in the northwestern city of Ardabil.
Iran: Palestinians' resistance bringing Israel to its knees; silence on crimes unforgettable Press TV 05 Jun 2024 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman has censured the silence and inaction of international organizations over the Israeli regime's crimes in the besieged Gaza Strip, stressing that Palestinians' resistance will undoubtedly bring the occupying regime to its knees.
IAEA Board of Governors resolution on Iran: E3 joint statement UK FCDO 05 Jun 2024 -- France, Germany and the UK (the E3) welcome the adoption of an International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors resolution on Iran.
Resolution on Iran's non-cooperation with the IAEA: E3 statement UK FCDO 05 Jun 2024 -- On behalf of France, Germany, the UK, the UK Ambassador to the IAEA Corinne Kitsell introduced a resolution on Iran's insufficient cooperation with the IAEA
NPT Safeguards Agreement with Iran: E3 statement to the IAEA UK FCDO 05 Jun 2024 -- On behalf of France, Germany and the UK, the German Ambassador to the IAEA, Götz Schmidt-Bremme, gave a joint statement to the Board of Governors on Iran's implementation of its obligations under its NPT Safeguards Agreement
IAEA Calls For Iran To Increase Cooperation, End Ban On Inspectors RFE/RL 05 Jun 2024 -- The board of governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on June 5 approved a resolution calling on Iran to step up cooperation with the IAEA and to reconsider its decision to bar the agency's inspectors.
IAEA board censures Iran for not cooperating with watchdog VOA 05 Jun 2024 -- Board members of the United Nations' nuclear watchdog, the International Atomic Energy Agency, passed a resolution Wednesday criticizing Iran's lack of cooperation with IAEA nuclear inspections.
Iran: IAEA's assessments based on Israel's unreliable information ISNA 05 Jun 2024 -- Iran has called on the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to observe impartiality in its reports on the country's nuclear activities, emphasizing that Tehran has fully complied with its commitments under the Comprehensive Safeguards Agreement.
IAEA Board passes resolution against Iran despite Tehran's warning Press TV 05 Jun 2024 -- The Board of Governors (BoG) of the United Nations nuclear agency, the IAEA, has passed a resolution against Iran despite warnings from Tehran that it would react decisively to such a measure.
IAEA's non-constructive approach will undoubtedly harm its identity: Iran's interim FM Press TV 05 Jun 2024 -- Iran has warned that any non-constructive measure by certain member states of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will certainly harm the agency's identity and role.
IAEA Board of Governors passes anti-Iran resolution IRNA 05 Jun 2024 -- The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors passed a resolution on Wednesday against Iran's peaceful nuclear program.
Like-minded countries warn IAEA against anti-Iran resolution IRNA 05 Jun 2024 -- A group of member states of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has cautioned the Board of Governors against passing a resolution against Iran.
Iran warns IAEA of exploitation by certain members IRNA 05 Jun 2024 -- Iran's acting foreign minister says the exploitation of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) by certain member states for their political agendas will definitely harm the UN nuclear watchdog.
Iran releases note on Grossi's reports to IAEA Board of Governors IRNA 05 Jun 2024 -- Iran's mission to the UN office and other international organizations in Vienna has released an explanatory note on International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi's reports to the IAEA Board of Governors.
Iran's nuclear energy 'thorn in the eyes of enemies': Eslami IRNA 05 Jun 2024 -- The Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), while referring to significant achievements in the nuclear industry with the efforts of the country's committed and faithful youths said that nuclear energy has become "a thorn in the eyes of the enemies."
Russia welcomes Iran's bid to gain observer status in EAEU ISNA 05 Jun 2024 -- Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexey Overchuk has welcomed Iran's application to join the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) as an observer member.
Iran, China, Russia urge West to pave way for restoring JCPOA IRNA 05 Jun 2024 -- Iran, China, and Russia have called on the Western states to show their political will and take necessary steps to pave the ground for resuming the implementation of the Iran 2015 nuclear deal, officially known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Bagheri: Iran, Syria consider Israel as cause of instability in region ISNA 05 Jun 2024 -- Iran's Interim Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani said Iran and Syria were proud to have cooperation for more than four decades and they know that the cause of instability in the region has been the occupation and the Zionist regime.
Iran says 55% of Gaza buildings bulldozed or hit due to int'l passivity IRNA 04 Jun 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has censured the international bodies' passivity towards the developments in Gaza, saying 55% of the buildings in the enclave have been annihilated or hit due to the silence and passivity kept by the international institutions and the world countries.
Iran's acting FM holds talks with head of Syria's national security IRNA 04 Jun 2024 -- Iran's Acting Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani has held talks with Major General Kifah Moulhem, director of Syria's National Security Bureau.
Iran's acting foreign minister meets with President Assad in Damascus Press TV 04 Jun 2024 -- Iran's Acting Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani has met with President Bashar al-Assad of Syria in the capital Damascus.
Iranian Officer Killed in Suspected Israeli Air Strikes In Syria RFE/RL 04 Jun 2024 -- An Iranian officer described as a military adviser has been killed in suspected Israeli air strikes near the Syrian city of Aleppo, nearly two months after the Islamic republic warned it would retaliate against attacks on its interests.
US reacts to remarks on Tehran-Washington message exchanges IRNA 04 Jun 2024 -- The US State Department spokesman, in response to the recent statements by Iran's Acting Foreign Minister regarding the exchange of messages between Tehran and Washington, says America has the ability to send messages whenever they are in line with its national interests.
Iran submits note to IAEA after reports to Board of Governors IRNA 04 Jun 2024 -- Iran's Permanent Mission to the United Nations Office and other international organizations in Vienna has issued an explanatory note outlining Iran's views on two recent reports by the IAEA's director general to its Board of Governors.
Iran calls on IAEA to observe impartiality in its reports Press TV 04 Jun 2024 -- Iran has called on the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to observe impartiality in its reports on the country's nuclear activities, emphasizing that Tehran has fully complied with its commitments under the Comprehensive Safeguards Agreement.
Iran's nuclear program within framework of parliament's strategic action law: AEOI chief Press TV 04 Jun 2024 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says Tehran's civilian nuclear activities are within the framework of the strategic action law adopted by the Iranian parliament in late 2020 to counter sanctions and promote the country's nuclear program.
IAEA Board of Governors on the JCPoA, June 2024: E3 statement UK FCDO 04 Jun 2024 -- 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
Russia welcomes Iran's bid to gain observer status in EAEU Press TV 04 Jun 2024 -- Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexey Overchuk has welcomed Iran's application to join the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) as an observer member.
Russia welcomes Iran's request to join Eurasian Economic Union IRNA 04 Jun 2024 -- Russia's Deputy Prime Minister Alexey Overchuk says Moscow would welcome Iran joining the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) as an observer member, which he said could happen by the end of 2024.

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IAEA chief welcomes implementation of joint March agreement with Iran IRNA 03 Jun 2024 -- The Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Rafael Grossi says that the agency welcomes the implementation of the March 2023 agreement that could provide a framework for mutual cooperation.
IAEA chief reiterates willingness for high-level dialogue with Iran's next government Press TV 03 Jun 2024 -- The director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) says he is willing to continue to work with the next government in Iran.
Iran's uranium stockpile grows following three years of denied access UN News 03 Jun 2024 -- Iran's stockpile of enriched uranium continues to increase, the head of the UN atomic watchdog agency said on Monday, adding that it has been three years since the agency was able to access the country.
Iran's parliament speaker registers presidential bid VOA 03 Jun 2024 -- Iranian Parliament speaker Mohammad Qalibaf registered his candidacy Monday for the country's June 28 election following the death of former President Ebrahim Raisi and others in a helicopter crash in May.
Iran elections: More candidates throw hats into ring on final day of registration Press TV 03 Jun 2024 -- More contenders are throwing their hats into the ring for Iran's upcoming presidential elections on the fifth and final day of registration.
Iran's Parliament Speaker, Pegged As Potential Front-Runner, Registers For Presidential Vote RFE/RL 03 Jun 2024 -- Parliamentary speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf - a former military commander - has registered for Iran's June 28 presidential election, joining a list of some three dozen mostly hard-line candidates seeking to replace Ebrahim Raisi, who died in a helicopter crash in mid-May.
Iranian Newspaper Accuses Taliban Consulate Staff Of 'Torturing' Photographer RFE/RL 03 Jun 2024 -- A centrist Iranian newspaper has accused a Taliban representative in Iran of "torturing" a photographer, ultimately leading to his expulsion from the country.
U.S. and EU Announce Designations on Iran's UAV Industry US Dept. of State 03 Jun 2024 -- The United States is sanctioning four Iranian entities and one Iranian individual connected with the development, manufacture, and proliferation of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), which the Iranian regime provides to Russia and militant proxies and partners to prolong conflict and destabilize the region.
Iran Foreign Ministry summons Chinese ambassador IRNA 02 Jun 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry has summoned the Chinese Ambassador to Iran, Cong Peiwu, over China's backing of baseless claims in paragraph 26 of the concluding statement from the joint meeting with the UAE.
Bagheri: Iran striving to restore stability, peace to region ISNA 02 Jun 2024 -- Iran's Interim Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani says Tehran is making great efforts to restore stability and peace to the West Asia region.
Iran's Ex-President Ahmadinejad Joins Hard-Line Field To Replace Raisi RFE/RL 02 Jun 2024 -- Iranian ex-President Mahmud Ahmadinejad has joined a growing list of overwhelmingly hard-line candidates in a presidential election later this month to replace the late Ebrahim Raisi, who died along with Iran's foreign minister in a helicopter crash near the Azerbaijani border in mid-May.
Russia envoy warns any IAEA's anti-Iran resolution can deteriorate situation Press TV 02 Jun 2024 -- A senior Russian diplomat says any resolution by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) against Iran can seriously deteriorate the situation.
Operation True Promise a source of national pride: IRGC chief IRNA 02 Jun 2024 -- The chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says Iran had prepared for all possible scenarios as it launched a massive missile and drone strike against Israel in April, describing the Operation True Promise as a source of national pride.
Iran an invincible power, any military option against it off the table: IRGC chief Press TV 02 Jun 2024 -- The chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says Iran is now an invincible power, and that an any possible military option against the country is null and off the table.
'Iran's Operation True Promise eliminated hollow Zionist deterrence' IRNA 01 Jun 2024 -- Iran's acting Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani has emphasized that the Islamic Republic's initiative to punish the Zionist aggressor with Operation True Promise, turned the clumsy decision of the Zionist regime into another decline for them.
Supreme Leader Ally, Tehran Mayor Register To Run In Iran's Presidential Race RFE/RL 01 Jun 2024 -- A former commander in the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) who is under U.S. sanctions and the mayor of Tehran are among the politicians who registered their intent to run in Iran's presidential election later this month.
Eight more hopefuls register to run for Iran presidency IRNA 01 Jun 2024 -- Eight more presidential hopefuls have registered to run for the Iranian presidency on the third day of a five-day registration period ahead of a snap vote at the end of June.
Iran striving to restore stability, peace to West Asia: Interim foreign minister Press TV 01 Jun 2024 -- Iran's Interim Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani says Tehran is making great efforts to restore stability and peace to the West Asia region.
Europe pursuing double-standards, Iran reserves right to reply: FM spox IRNA 01 Jun 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani strongly condemned the action of the European Union in imposing new sanctions against some Iranian officials and institutions.
Iran says reserves right to respond to new European sanctions Press TV 01 Jun 2024 -- Iran has strongly condemned new EU sanctions against some of the country's officials and entities, stressing that the Islamic Republic reserves the right to respond.
Iran summons Swedish diplomat over official's 'baseless, malicious' remarks Press TV 01 Jun 2024 -- Iran has summoned Sweden's acting charge d'affaires in Tehran to communicate the country's protest over "baseless and malicious" remarks that were made earlier by a Swedish official concerning the Islamic Republic.
Bahrain 'working' to restore relations with Iran, says King Hamad Press TV 01 Jun 2024 -- Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifah says his Persian Gulf country is working to restore diplomatic relations with neighboring Iran after a hiatus of more than eight years.

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