July 2024 - Iran Special Weapons News

Stunned by Hamas Leader's Killing In Tehran, Iran And Allies Weigh Response RFE/RL 31 Jul 2024 -- The assassination of Ismail Haniyeh, the political leader of the EU- and U.S.-designated Palestinian terrorist group Hamas, in Tehran has sent shock waves across the region, once against raising the specter of all-out war between Iran and its archfoe, Israel.
Haniyeh Killing to Spoil Prospects of Peace Talks as Hardliners Push for 'Strong Response' Sputnik 31 Jul 2024 -- The assassination of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran, as well as Israel's strike on a senior Hezbollah official, will have a detrimental effect on the ceasefire negotiations in the Gaza Strip, experts told Sputnik.
Iran: Israel's targeted terrorist operation shows regime's rebellious nature IRNA 31 Jul 2024 -- An Iranian envoy has stressed that the systematic terrorist operations by the Israeli regime show the rebellious nature of the regime.
US an 'accomplice' in Israeli assassination of Haniyeh: Iran IRNA 31 Jul 2024 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry has strongly condemned the assassination of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh, labeling the United States as "an accomplice" to the Israeli regime in committing this "heinous act of terrorism."
Envoy: Iran to exercise right to self-defense after Israeli aggression IRNA 31 Jul 2024 -- Iran's Permanent Ambassador to the United Nations Amir Saied Iravani has said that his country will not hesitate to exercise its inherent right to self-defense following Israel's act of aggression and terrorist attack that led to the assassination of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh on Iranian soil.
Israel will undoubtedly pay heavy price for Haniyeh assassination: Iranian diplomat IRNA 31 Jul 2024 -- Secretary of Iran's Strategic Council on Foreign Relations Abbas Araghchi says the Israeli regime will pay a heavy price for the assassination on Iranian soil of senior Palestinian resistance leader Ismail Haniyeh.
'Response to Haniyeh assassination to instill deep regret in perpetrator' IRNA 31 Jul 2024 -- Iran's permanent mission to the United Nations says the country's response to the assassination on its soil of senior Palestinian resistance leader Ismail Haniyeh will be a special one and will cause the perpetrator to deeply regret its act.
Acting FM reiterates Iran's right to respond to Haniyeh assassination IRNA 31 Jul 2024 -- Iran's Acting Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani has reiterated that the country is entitled to the right to respond to the Israeli regime's assassination of senior Palestinian resistance leader Ismail Haniyeh on Iranian soil.
Israel to soon see result of its cowardly action: Iran president IRNA 31 Jul 2024 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has issued a message on the martyrdom of the Palestinian Resistance Movement Hamas' head of politburo Ismail Haniyeh, saying that the Zionist regime of Israel will soon see the result of its cowardly assassination of Haniyeh in Iran's capital Tehran.
IRGC issues second statement on Haniyeh's assassination in Tehran IRNA 31 Jul 2024 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has issued a second statement on the martyrdom of Palestinian resistance group Hamas' head of politburo Ismail Haniyeh in an assassination in Tehran.
Iranian officials condemn Haniyeh's assassination IRNA 31 Jul 2024 -- Iranian officials and entities have slammed the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh, the political bureau chief of the Palestinian resistance movement Hamas, in Tehran.
Haniyeh assassination to cement bonds between Iran, Palestine: Pezeshkian IRNA 31 Jul 2024 -- Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian, reacting to the Hamas chief's assassination in Tehran, has emphasized that Haniyeh's assassination will cement bonds between Iran and Palestine.
Iran sees as a duty to avenge Haniyeh's assassination: Supreme Leader IRNA 31 Jul 2024 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has said that the Islamic Republic of Iran views it as a duty to take vengeance for the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh on its soil.
Iran says Haniyeh's blood will not go in vain IRNA 31 Jul 2024 -- The spokesman of the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has commented on the killing of Ismail Haniyeh, the political bureau chief of the Palestinian resistance movement Hamas, saying his blood will not go in vain.
Iran: Israel's assassination of Hamas leader act of 'state, organized terrorism' Press TV 31 Jul 2024 -- The Foreign Ministry once again vehemently condemns the Israeli regime's earlier assassination of Palestinian resistance movement Hamas' Political Bureau Chief Ismail Haniyeh in the Iranian capital Tehran.
Iranian advisor among victims of Israeli assassination op. against Hezbollah cmdr. Press TV 31 Jul 2024 -- An Iranian military advisor has been named among the victims of a recent Israeli assassination operation against Lebanon's capital Beirut that claimed the life of a senior commander of the Lebanese resistance movement Hezbollah.
Iran's UN ambassador urges Security Council action on Haniyeh assassination Press TV 31 Jul 2024 -- Iran has called upon the United Nations Security Council to take immediate and decisive action against recent Israeli attacks in Tehran and Beirut, saying the regime must be held accountable and face sanctions to prevent further violations.
Iran's attorney general orders swift probe into Haniyeh's assassination Press TV 31 Jul 2024 -- Iran's attorney general has ordered a swift investigation into the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran in cooperation with the military, law enforcement and security forces to "arrest, prosecute and punish the perpetrators."
Iran, resistance front to avenge blood of Hamas leader: Parliament speaker Press TV 31 Jul 2024 -- Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf says the Islamic Republic and the resistance front will avenge the blood of Ismail Haniyeh, head of the political bureau of the Palestinian resistance movement Hamas.
IRGC warns Israel of 'harsh, painful' response over Haniyeh's killing Press TV 31 Jul 2024 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has warned Israel of a harsh and stinging response from the forces of the Axis of Resistance, particularly Iran, in retaliation for the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran.
Leader vows to avenge blood of 'dear guest' Haniyeh, warns Israel of 'harsh punishment' Press TV 31 Jul 2024 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has warned the Israeli regime of a "harsh response" for the the assassination of Hamas's Political Bureau Chief Ismail Haniyeh, saying it is the Islamic Republic's duty to avenge the blood of the Palestinian resistance leader.
President Pezeshkian: Path of resistance, support of oppressed will be followed stronger than ever Press TV 31 Jul 2024 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh, head of the political bureau of the Palestinian resistance movement Hamas, will further consolidate the bond between the two nations, noting that the path of resistance will continue stronger than ever.
Iran president stresses expansion of ties with Russia IRNA 31 Jul 2024 -- Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that his administration is determined to improve the level of relations with Russia.
United States Imposes Sanctions on Facilitators of Iranian Missile and UAV Procurement US Dept. of State 31 Jul 2024 -- Yesterday, the United States designated five individuals and seven entities based in Iran and the People's Republic of China (PRC), including Hong Kong, that have facilitated procurements of critical components for Iran's ballistic missile and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) programs.
Hamas leader Haniyeh killed in Iran VOA 31 Jul 2024 -- Hamas said Wednesday an Israeli attack killed its leader, Ismail Haniyeh, in Tehran where Haniyeh had traveled to attend the swearing-in of Iran's new president.
Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh assassinated in Tehran Press TV 31 Jul 2024 -- Ismail Haniyeh, the head of the political bureau of the resistance Palestinian movement Hamas, has been killed in an attack in the Iranian capital, Tehran.
Hamas chief, Ismail Haniyeh, killed in Tehran IRNA 31 Jul 2024 -- Ismail Haniyeh, the political bureau chief of the Palestinian resistance movement Hamas, and one of his bodyguards were killed in their residence in the Iranian capital early on Wednesday.
Hamas Politburo Chief Killed in Tehran Sputnik 31 Jul 2024 -- Hamas politburo chief Ismail Haniyeh was killed in the Iranian capital of Tehran, the Palestinian militant group said in a statement on Wednesday.
Iran demands UNSC condemn Israeli attack on Lebanon IRNA 31 Jul 2024 -- Amir Saeid Iravani, Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations has condemned the Israeli regime's "aggressive and cowardly terrorist attack" against civilians and civilian infrastructure in the southern suburbs of the Lebanese capital, Beirut.
Iran condemns blatant violation of Lebanon's sovereignty Press TV 31 Jul 2024 -- Iran has also strongly condemned the Beirut attack by Israel as a blatant violation of Lebanon's sovereignty.
Iran dismisses West's accusation of involvement in Ukraine conflict IRNA 31 Jul 2024 -- Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations has categorically rejected as baseless the accusation leveled by the United States, England and France against Tehran about its role in the Ukraine war.
Iran reiterates impartially in Ukraine war Press TV 31 Jul 2024 -- Iran's UN envoy has rejected allegations leveled by several Western countries that accuse Tehran of military involvement in the Ukraine war.
US reacts with meddlesome remarks to Iran president's speech IRNA 31 Jul 2024 -- The United States has issued interventionist statements with repeated human rights claims in response to an inaugural speech by Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian regarding the normalization of economic relations between Tehran and the world and the lifting of oppressive sanctions against his country.
Masoud Pezeshkian sworn in as Iran's 9th president People's Daily 31 Jul 2024 -- Masoud Pezeshkian was sworn in as Iran's ninth president on Tuesday in a ceremony held at Tehran's parliament, the official IRNA news agency reported.
Iran, Gambia resume diplomatic ties IRNA 30 Jul 2024 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran and the Republic of Gambia have restored their diplomatic relations after a hiatus of about 14 years.
Iran, The Gambia resume ties after nearly 14 years People's Daily 30 Jul 2024 -- Iran and The Gambia resumed their diplomatic ties on Monday almost 14 years after the latter cut them.
U.S. Announces New Sanctions On Tehran After Iranian President Sworn In RFE/RL 30 Jul 2024 -- The U.S. Treasury Department on July 30 announced sanctions on individuals and entities that have aided Iranian ballistic missile development and procurement through Tehran's Ministry of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics.
Treasury Targets Iranian Missile and UAV Procurement Facilitators US Treasury 30 Jul 2024 -- Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is targeting five individuals and seven entities based in Iran, the People's Republic of China (PRC), and Hong Kong that have facilitated procurements on behalf of subordinates of Iran's Ministry of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics (MODAFL). Those designated today procure various components, including accelerometers and gyroscopes, which serve as key inputs to Iran's ballistic missile and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) program. Iran's acquisition of critical missile and UAV components continues to enable its proliferation of weapons systems to its proxies in the Middle East and to Russia.
Iran's new president sworn in VOA 30 Jul 2024 -- Masoud Pezeshkian was sworn in Tuesday as Iran's new president, vowing in his inaugural address that he would work to remove the economic sanctions imposed by the West on Iran over Tehran's controversial nuclear program.
President Pezehkian takes oath of office before parliament IRNA 30 Jul 2024 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has taken the oath of office before the Iranian parliament to formally start leading the country's executive branch for a four-year term.
Pezeshkian takes oath of office before Parliament as Iran's 9th president Press TV 30 Jul 2024 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian takes the oath of office before Parliament , with dignitaries from more than 80 countries attending the inauguration ceremony.
Pezeshkian Sworn In As Iran's President, Faces Disenchantment Over Struggling Economy, Lack Of Freedoms RFE/RL 30 Jul 2024 -- Masud Pezeshkian was sworn in as Iran's new president in parliament on July 30 after he won a snap presidential election earlier this month and inherited an economy hammered by mismanagement and sanctions and a society that has shown it will take to the streets to demand basic freedoms.
Pezeshkian: Ill-wishers seeking to create discord between Iran, Saudi Arabia IRNA 30 Jul 2024 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has said that enemies and ill-wishers of Iran and Saudi Arabia are seeking to create discord between the two countries, adding that Tehran and Riyadh should foil such plots through vigilance and unity.
Pezeshkian vows balanced foreign ties to pursue regional, global peace IRNA 30 Jul 2024 -- Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has expressed optimism about the future, promising that his administration will protect national interests and pursue regional and global peace through creating balance in the country's foreign relations.
Pezeshkian calls for global cooperation in inaugural speech IRNA 30 Jul 2024 -- In his first speech after taking the oath of office, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian called on the international community to cooperate with Iran to resolve regional and global challenges.
Pezeshkian: 14th Iranian gov. prioritizes boosting ties with neighbors IRNA 30 Jul 2024 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian in a meeting with Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze in Tehran stressed that the new Iranian government prioritizes strengthening relations with the neighboring countries.
Pezeshkian: Iran attaches importance to completion of North-South corridor IRNA 30 Jul 2024 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has said that the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC) is of prime importance to the Islamic Republic.
Iran's new president calls for more unity among Islamic nations against Israel IRNA 30 Jul 2024 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian appreciated Malaysia's positions on the Palestinian issue and underlined the need for more unity among Islamic countries against the Zionist regime.
Foreign dignitaries meet with Pezeshkian on sidelines of swearing-in ceremony Press TV 30 Jul 2024 -- A number of foreign dignitaries who have traveled to Tehran to attend the swearing-in ceremony of Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian have met and held talks with the new president.
Full-Blown War Between Israel And Iran-Backed Hizballah 'Not In The Interests' Of Tehran RFE/RL 30 Jul 2024 -- For months, Israel and the Lebanese militant group Hizballah have traded constant cross-border attacks that have killed dozens and displaced thousands of people.
Iran: Israel's attack on Beirut 'clear violation' of Lebanon sovereignty IRNA 30 Jul 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has strongly condemned an Israeli airstrike on a residential building in Lebanon's capital Beirut, calling the attack a clear violation of the country's sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Supreme Leader: Hezbollah policy 'prudent and wise' IRNA 30 Jul 2024 -- Supreme Leader of Iran's Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has said that Lebanon's Hezbollah Resistance Movement has been adopting a wise and prudent policy since the beginning of the Al-Aqsa Storm Operation against the Zionist regime.
Supreme Leader receives heads of Hamas, Islamic Jihad in Tehran IRNA 30 Jul 2024 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has received Secretary General of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad movement Ziyad Nakhaleh, and Political Bureau Chief of the Palestinian Resistance movement Hamas Ismail Haniyeh.
Palestinians' resistance will lead to final victory: Pezeshkian IRNA 30 Jul 2024 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has expressed unwavering support for the Palestinian people and their cause, saying he is confident the Palestinians' resistance against the Israeli occupation will lead to "final victory".
Iran's stance toward Al-Quds doesn't change with change of gov't: Pezeshkian IRNA 30 Jul 2024 -- The newly-elected Iranian president has stated that the policies of the Islamic Republic in supporting and defending the oppressed, including the Palestinian nation, and the cause of the liberation of al-Quds will not change no matter who administer the country.
Resistance by Palestinian people, fighters guarantees ultimate victory: Pezeshkian Press TV 30 Jul 2024 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says heroic resistance by Palestinian people and fighters will ultimately lead to destruction of the Zionist regime of Israel.
Iran tells South Africa it supports any initiative to end Israel genocide in Gaza Press TV 30 Jul 2024 -- Interim Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani has expressed Iran's strong support for any initiative aimed at countering Israel's genocide against Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.
Pezeshkian hails Yemen anti-Israel op. as Ansarullah says 'ready' to defend Lebanon Press TV 30 Jul 2024 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has hailed the anti-Israel operations carried out by the Yemeni forces in support of Palestinians in the war-torn Gaza Strip, calling for cooperation among Islamic nations to put an end to the oppression of Muslims.
Iran Rejects US Intelligence Words on Tehran's Alleged Interference in Elections - Reports Sputnik 30 Jul 2024 -- Iran's mission to the United Nations has rejected US intelligence statements regarding Tehran's alleged interference in the upcoming elections in the United States, the IRNA news agency reported on Tuesday.
U.S. Intelligence Says Foreign Actors Seeking To Better Hide Election Interference RFE/RL 30 Jul 2024 -- The U.S. Director of National Intelligence said "foreign actors" are conducting and planning "influence operations" targeting the November elections using increasingly refined tactics "to better hide their hand."
Iran: Israel's Gaza crimes threaten regional, global peace IRNA 29 Jul 2024 -- Iran's Acting Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani has said that Gaza is now the most important human issue in the world, adding that the Israeli regime's escalating crimes against Palestinians there threaten peace and security in West Asia and beyond.
Pres. reassures resistance leaders of Iran's consistent support Press TV 29 Jul 2024 -- Iran's president has reassured senior resistance leaders of the country's policy of providing the regional resistance axis with consistent support.
'Heavy' consequences await Israel if it attacks Lebanon, Iranian president warns Press TV 29 Jul 2024 -- Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian warns the Israeli regime will suffer "heavy" consequences if it makes the big mistake of attacking Lebanon.
Smartification of Iranian borders underway: Cmdr. IRNA 29 Jul 2024 -- Commander of the Ground Force of the Iranian Army has said that the country is carrying out a smartification plan at the borders.
Enhanced ties among independent nations key to fight unilateralism: Pezeshkian Press TV 29 Jul 2024 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says the expansion of relations among independent and freedom-seeking countries such as Iran and Cuba can play an effective role in the fight against unilateralism.
Iran's IRGC seizes Togo-flagged tanker during smuggling attempt Press TV 29 Jul 2024 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy has seized a Togo-flagged tanker attempting to smuggle hundreds of liters of oil out of the country, in a second such confiscation operation in a week.
IRGC seizes oil tanker with smuggled fuel in Persian Gulf IRNA 29 Jul 2024 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has seized a Togo-flagged oil tanker carrying smuggled fuel in the Persian Gulf.
Iran strongly warns against new Israeli adventurism against Lebanon IRNA 28 Jul 2024 -- The spokesman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran has warned against any new adventurism by the Israeli regime towards Lebanon under the pretext of the Majdal Shams incident in the occupied Golan Heights.
Iran FM Spox: Israeli war on Gaza crossing all red lines IRNA 28 Jul 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has said that the war on Gaza and continuous killing of Palestinians in the besieged territory is a crime against humanity and crosses all red lines.
Iran sternly warns Israel against 'adventurism' in Lebanon as tensions flare after Golan Heights incident Press TV 28 Jul 2024 -- Iran has sternly warned Israel against "any new adventurism" concerning Lebanon after the regime accused Hezbollah of firing a rocket that killed a dozen people in the town of the Majdal Shams in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights.
Iran's supreme leader endorses Pezeshkian as new president People's Daily 29 Jul 2024 -- Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei formally endorsed Masoud Pezeshkian as Iran's ninth president on Sunday.
Endorsed by Supreme Leader, Pezeshkian takes over presidential office IRNA 28 Jul 2024 -- Iran's new president Masoud Pezeshkian has taken over the presidential office from interim president Mohammad Mokhber.
Supreme Leader officially endorses Pezeshkian as Iran's president IRNA 28 Jul 2024 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has officially endorsed Masoud Pezeshkian as Iran's president.
Leader formally endorses Masoud Pezeshkian as Iran's 9th president Press TV 28 Jul 2024 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has formally endorsed Masoud Pezeshkian as Iran's new president.
Iran's Khamenei Endorses Pezeshkian As New President, Lays Out Foreign Policy Priorities RFE/RL 28 Jul 2024 -- Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei formally endorsed Masud Pezeshkian as the new president on July 28 and instructed him to focus on cultivating relations with Iran's neighbors rather than Western nations.
Supreme Leader advises new administration to actively deal with global issues IRNA 28 Jul 2024 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has advised the new administration to actively and influentially deal with global and regional issues including those in politics.
Iran President: Cabinet should be manifestation of nat'l unity IRNA 28 Jul 2024 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has considered national unity and consensus as the key to success and overcoming the country's problems.
Pezeshkian terms solving economic issues priority of government IRNA 28 Jul 2024 -- Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has made solving economic issues a government priority.
Over 70 foreign delegations, 600 domestic and foreign reporters attend inauguration ceremony of Iran president IRNA 28 Jul 2024 -- The head of Iran's presidential inauguration staff said that the inauguration ceremony of the president of the 14th government will be held with the presence of more than 70 foreign delegations and 600 domestic and international journalists.
Iran FM Spox: Israeli war on Gaza crossing all red lines IRNA 27 Jul 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has said that the war on Gaza and continuous killing of Palestinians in the besieged territory is a crime against humanity and crosses all red lines.
Acting FM: Iran, China determined to boost bilateral cooperation IRNA 27 Jul 2024 -- Iran's Acting Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani has said that Iranian and Chinese governments are determined to develop bilateral cooperation, as he discussed ties between the two countries with Chinese Ambassador to Tehran Zong Peiwu.
Iran to pursue dual-track policy of neutralizing, lifting sanctions: Top diplomat Press TV 27 Jul 2024 -- Iran's Acting Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani says Tehran should pursue the policy of neutralizing and lifting sanctions at the same time.
Envoy denies rumors on Iran-Armenia military contract IRNA 26 Jul 2024 -- Iran's Ambassador to Yerevan Mehdi Sobhani has denied the news about the military contract between Iran and Armenia.
'Criminal cannot be absolved with standing ovation': Pezeshkian on Netanyahu's Congress speech Press TV 26 Jul 2024 -- Iran's President-elect Masoud Pezeshkian has denounced frequent applause from US lawmakers for the Israeli prime minister during his address to Congress, noting that applauding a criminal will not result in his absolution.
Iran supports sustainable peace agreement in Yemen: FM Spox IRNA 25 Jul 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has expressed hope that a sustainable peace agreement in Yemen will be signed as soon as possible.
Iran welcomes Yemen de-escalation deal, says hopes for 'sustainable peace' Press TV 25 Jul 2024 -- Iran has hailed a deal between Yemen's Ansarullah resistance movement and the Saudi-backed Presidential Leadership Council (PLC) to ease financial tension and stop reciprocal measures.
Whoever confronts powerful Iran will be defeated: IRGC chief cmdr. IRNA 25 Jul 2024 -- The chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has said that anyone who wants to confront "powerful Iran" will be defeated and humiliated.
Iran executes Kamran Sheikheh, 7th defendant in imam murder case, rights groups say VOA 25 Jul 2024 -- Human rights sources say Iranian authorities have executed Kamran Sheikheh, a Sunni Kurdish prisoner and the last of seven defendants sentenced to death for the 2008 killing of a Muslim cleric.
Iran to launch 8 more satellites by yearend IRNA 24 Jul 2024 -- Iran says it will launch at least 6 to 8 satellites into space by the end of the current Iranian year on March 20, 2025.
Iran oil production up by 60% since 2020: Minister IRNA 24 Jul 2024 -- Oil production in Iran has increased by 60% since March 20, 2020, Iranian Oil Minister Javad Owji says.
Without loan, Russia can be removed from Iranian railway project: official Press TV 24 Jul 2024 -- Iran says Russia can be removed of a key railway project in the north of the country if it fails to provide a major loan needed to complete the project.
Iran raps UN repporteur's report, says enemies 'disgraced, dishonored' Press TV 24 Jul 2024 -- The spokesman for the Iranian Foreign Ministry has roundly dismissed the last report by the outgoing UN special rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the country as part of attempts by enemies to tarnish the image of the Islamic Republic.
Call To Investigate Iran's 1980s 'Genocide' A Step Toward Ending 'Cycle Of Impunity' RFE/RL 24 Jul 2024 -- A UN expert has accused Iran of committing genocide in the 1980s, when thousands of political prisoners as well as members of religious and ethnic minorities were executed.
Iranian National Extradited to United States for Alleged Scheme to Illicitly Ship Sophisticated Electronics to Iran US Dept. of Justice 23 Jul 2024 -- Iranian national Saeid Haji Agha Mousaei, 53, made his initial appearance yesterday in Chicago federal court following his extradition from the United Kingdom to face charges for his role in a years-long conspiracy to evade U.S. export restrictions and transship advanced U.S. electronic testing technology to Iran using third-party countries.
Israel serious threat to regional peace, security: Iran UN envoy IRNA 23 Jul 2024 -- Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nation, Amir Saeid Iravani during a Security Council meeting on the situation on the Middle East with the focus on Syria lashed out at the Zionist regime calling it a serious threat to regional peace and security.
Iran reports 4-fold increase in defense exports IRNA 23 Jul 2024 -- Iran's defense minister Mohammad Reza Ashtiani has told the Iranian parliament that the country's defense industry exports have quadrupled since the current administration took office in August 2021.
Overhaul operation of frigate Sahand starts IRNA 23 Jul 2024 -- The Iranian Navy frigate Sahand was transferred to one of marine repair centers of Bandar Abbas for an overhaul operation.
274% increase in Iran's receiving oil revenue in Pres. Raisi's gov't IRNA 23 Jul 2024 -- Iran's Ministry of Petroleum has announced that Iran's oil revenues reached more than $28 billion in the last Iranian calendar year, which shows a 274% increase, despite struggling with severe oil sanctions.
Iran, Iraq insist on not using their lands to attack other countries IRNA 22 Jul 2024 -- Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' Al Sudani and Iranian Interior Minister Ahmad Vahidi in a meeting in Baghdad on Monday stressed preventing the use of Iraqi or Iranian lands to attack neighboring countries.
Iran's export of military products, services tripled in 33 months: Defense chief Press TV 22 Jul 2024 -- Iran's Defense Minister Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Ashtiani says the country's export of military products and services has been tripled over the past 33 months.
Maritime search, rescue, security exercise kicks off in Iran's Bandar Anzali IRNA 22 Jul 2024 -- The spokesperson of the 2024 Hybrid Maritime Search, Rescue and Security Exercise said on Monday that the exercise was carried out for the first time in the Caspian Sea by the Islamic Republic of Iran Navy and all maritime organizations active in the Caspian Sea.
Iran, Russia kick off joint maritime search, rescue exercise in Caspian Sea Press TV 22 Jul 2024 -- Iranian and Russian military forces have staged a joint naval rescue and relief exercise in the Caspian Sea as the two countries move to build stronger defense and military relations.
Diplomat: Talks to lift embargo were abandoned by other side IRNA 22 Jul 2024 -- The legal and international deputy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that the 13th government also held talks to lift the sanctions, but after 2022 riots, the other side abandoned the negotiations and Iran did not leave the negotiating table.
Iran says relations with US hinge on change in Washington's 'hostile' policies Press TV 22 Jul 2024 -- Iran says any potential improvement in its relations with the United States hinges on Washington's change of "hostile" policies irrespective of who becomes president.
IRGC Navy seizes tanker smuggling huge amount of fuel in Persian Gulf Press TV 22 Jul 2024 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy has confiscated a tanker carrying a huge amount of smuggled fuel in the Persian Gulf waters.
IRGC seizes oil tanker carrying smuggled fuel in southern Iranian waters IRNA 22 Jul 2024 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) seized a Togo-flagged oil tanker 90 kilometers off Bushehr.
Iran Hangs 8 In 2 Days Amid Concerns Over Rise In Executions After Election RFE/RL 22 Jul 2024 -- Rights groups say Iranian authorities executed eight people over the weekend, bolstering concerns that the regime may accelerate the carrying out of death sentences after a lull ahead a snap presidential election held earlier this month.
Iran army's air defense force to get new radars, missile interceptors: Cmdr. IRNA 21 Jul 2024 -- The chief commander of Iran's Army Air Defense Force has announced that Iran's Army will upgrade its air defense capabilities with new radars and missile interceptors.
Iran acting FM says new government to continue with good neighborliness policy IRNA 21 Jul 2024 -- Iran's acting Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani has said that the good neighborliness policy was the main agenda of President Raisi's government and the next government will surely continue with this policy.
'Biggest asset': Iran's President-elect Pezeshkian hails Leader's support Press TV 21 Jul 2024 -- Iran's President-elected Masoud Pezeshkian has expressed his "sincere appreciation" to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei for supporting him in the way of forming his upcoming administration.
Iran strongly condemns Israeli strikes on Yemen's Hodeidah IRNA 20 Jul 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has strongly condemned Israel's airstrikes on Yemen, saying that the Yemeni people are paying the price of their support for the innocent Palestinians in Gaza, including women and children.
Iran condemns Israeli attacks on Yemen, warns of expansion of war in region Press TV 20 Jul 2024 -- The Foreign Ministry has strongly condemned the Israeli regime's earlier deadly attacks against western Yemen, warning that such aggression risks exacerbating the already dire situation in the region.
Iran: International community must take practical steps to end Israeli aggression, occupation Press TV 20 Jul 2024 -- Iran says the international community, especially the United Nations Security Council, must take practical steps to end the Israeli regime's aggression against the people of Palestine and its illegal occupation.
Blinken: JCPOA withdrawal 'one of biggest mistakes' by US IRNA 20 Jul 2024 -- US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has said that his country's withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal was "one of the biggest mistakes" by Washington in recent years.
AEOI chief: Iran acts according to safeguards, NPT IRNA 19 Jul 2024 -- Iran's position in facing the International Atomic Energy Agency is according to safeguards and NPT, Spokesperson of the National Security and Foreign Policy Commission of Iran's Parliament quoted President of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami as saying.
Iran Intensifies Pressure On Iraq To Extradite Iranian-Kurdish Leaders RFE/RL 19 Jul 2024 -- Tehran is upping the ante in its effort to go after Iranian Kurds abroad it deems "terrorists," demanding that Baghdad extradite leaders and members of Iranian-Kurdish opposition groups based in Iraq's semi-autonomous Kurdish region.
Iran Talks A Big Talk, But Could It Target Trump On U.S. Soil? RFE/RL 18 Jul 2024 -- Former U.S. President Donald Trump has been in Tehran's crosshairs ever since he ordered the killing of top Iranian General Qassem Soleimani in neighboring Iraq in 2020.
At UN, Iran urges intl. action to stop Israeli genocide in Gaza Press TV 18 Jul 2024 -- President of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Mirjana Spoljaric Egger has expressed deep concern over the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza, appreciating Iran's contributions to the Geneva-based humanitarian organization.
Iran strives to end Israel war in Gaza, prevent spread of tensions: Interim foreign minister Press TV 18 Jul 2024 -- Iran has once again reiterated its support for the resistance front in Palestine, saying it is trying to prevent the expansion of tensions in the region.
Alabama Man Pleads Guilty to Violating Iran Sanctions US Dept. of Justice 18 Jul 2024 -- Ray Hunt, also known as Abdolrahman Hantoosh, Rahman Hantoosh and Rahman Natooshas, 70, of Owens Cross Roads, Alabama, pleaded guilty today to conspiracy to export U.S.-origin goods to the Islamic Republic of Iran in violation of trade sanctions.
Iran seeks justice for Gen. Soleimani assassins through int'l mechanisms: Acting FM IRNA 18 Jul 2024 -- Iran's Acting Foreign Minister, Ali Bagheri Kani, in an interview with the CNN network, has reiterated his country's pledge to use domestic and international legal and judicial frameworks and mechanisms to execute justice on the perpetrators of Lieutenant General Qassem Soleimani.
Iran insists on exhausting all legal capacities in pursuing Gen. Soleimani's assassination case Press TV 18 Jul 2024 -- Iran's acting foreign minister insists that the country will exhaust all available domestic and international legal capacities towards consigning those involved in the assassination of the country's top anti-terror commander to justice.
Iran urges UNSC to compel Israel to unconditionally end Gaza genocide IRNA 17 Jul 2024 -- Iran's Acting Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani has called on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to take a decisive action based on its duties and compel the Israeli regime to "immediately and unconditionally" end its genocide against Gaza.
Iran warns against continuation of Gaza crisis, attack on Lebanon IRNA 17 Jul 2024 -- Iran's Acting Foreign Minister, Ali Bagheri Kani, who has travelled to New York to attend the UN Security Council meetings has met with Hungarian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Peter Siarto and discussed bilateral relations and regional issues, including the Gaza Strip and Lebanon.
Iran urges UN Security Council action to halt Gaza genocide Press TV 17 Jul 2024 -- Iran's acting foreign minister has called for immediate decisive action by the United Nations Security Council to bring Israel's genocidal campaign in Gaza to a halt.
Iran, Saudi Arabia stress importance of expanding bilateral ties IRNA 17 Jul 2024 -- Mohammed bin Salman, the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, and Masoud Pezeshkian, the President-elect of the Islamic Republic of Iran, talked to each other on the phone and emphasized the importance of developing cooperation between Tehran and Riyadh.
If US returns to JCPOA; Iran will respond appropriately to respectful behavior: Spox IRNA 17 Jul 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani considered the US as sole responsible for the current state of relations between Tehran and Washington.
Press release on Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's meeting with Acting Foreign Minister of Iran Ali Bagheri Kani Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 17 Jul 2024
Minister: Gas supply deal with Russia 'masterpiece' in Iran's energy diplomacy Press TV 17 Jul 2024 -- Iranian oil minister has praised the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between Tehran and Moscow on the supply of Russian gas to Iran as a "masterpiece" in the energy diplomacy of the outgoing administration headed by late President Ebrahim Raeisi.
Iran rejects claim about Trump assassination, asserts will pursue Soleimani case legally Press TV 17 Jul 2024 -- Iran has roundly rejected claims of devising plot to assassinate former US president Donald Trump, but vows to pursue legal channels to consign him to justice for his ordering the assassination of the Islamic Republic's top anti-terror commander Qassem Soleimani in 2020.
Iran Denies Involvement In Plot To Assassinate U.S. Ex-President Trump RFE/RL 17 Jul 2024 -- Iran has denied plotting to assassinate Donald Trump after reports emerged that U.S. authorities had obtained intelligence suggesting that Tehran was planning to kill the Republican presidential nominee.
Mission responds to speculations on Iran's role in Trump's assassination plot IRNA 17 Jul 2024 -- Iran's mission to the United Nations responds to assumptions on Iran's probable role in the assassination plot against former US President Donald Trump.
Iran's Islamist rulers silent on attempted assassination of Trump VOA 16 Jul 2024 -- Iran's Islamist rulers have made no public comment on the attempted assassination of former U.S. President Donald Trump in the three days since the shooting attack on the man whom they have long seen as their nemesis and targeted with threats of vengeance since he left office.
Acting FM: Iran's new gov't foreign policy based on strengthening multilateralism IRNA 16 Jul 2024 -- Iran's Acting Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani said that new approach and foreign policy of the elected President of the Islamic Republic of Iran focuses on strengthening multilateralism.
It's now West's turn to prove honesty in interaction with Iran: Interim FM Press TV 16 Jul 2024 -- Iran's interim Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani says the recent presidential election was a testament to national stability, and that it is now the West's turn to positively react to the constructive developments in the country.
Israeli attack on Gaza school exposes West's dark side: Iran IRNA 15 Jul 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman has denounced the Zionist regime's attack on yet another UNRWA-run school in the Gaza Strip, saying this Israeli crime once again exposed the dark and hidden side of the West that claims to be the upholder of human rights.
Iran: Council prolongs EU restrictive measures in view of Iran's military support for Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine and for armed groups and entities in the Middle East and the Red Sea region EC/CEU 15 Jul 2024 -- The Council today extended until 27 July 2025 the restrictive measures in view of Iran's military support for Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine and for armed groups and entities in the Middle East and the Red Sea region. Existing restrictive measures will continue to be reviewed annually.
EU extends anti-Iran sanctions for another year IRNA 15 Jul 2024 -- The European Union has extended its existing sanctions against Iran for another year over alleged support for Russia in the Ukraine war as well as support for resistance groups in the West Asia region.
In another hostile measure, EU extends sanctions against Iran Press TV 15 Jul 2024 -- In yet another hostile measure, the Council of the European Union has prolonged the restrictive measures against Iran over claims of Iranian military support for Russia in Ukraine.
China says 'ready' to work with new Iran govt. to advance comprehensive strategic partnership Press TV 15 Jul 2024 -- China says it appreciates Iranian president-elect Masoud Pezeshkian's recently announced favorable stance on the countries' relations, voicing Beijing's readiness to work with the Islamic Republic's incoming administration.
China highly values relations with Iran, stands ready to work with new government: FM Global Times 15 Jul 2024 -- China highly values its relations with Iran and stands ready to work with its new government for the continued advancement of the China-Iran comprehensive strategic partnership, the Chinese Foreign Ministry said on Monday after President-elect Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran "looks forward to more extensive" cooperation with China.
Chinese FM spokesperson: Beijing is ready to cooperate with Pezeshkian government IRNA 15 Jul 2024 -- During his press conference on Monday, Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesman Lin Jian commended the recent article by "Masou Pezeshkian" and emphasized Beijing's readiness to cooperate with the new Iranian government.
Iran looks forward to further cooperation with China: president-elect People's Daily 14 Jul 2024 -- Iran "looks forward to more extensive" cooperation with China, said President-elect Masoud Pezeshkian in an article published on Saturday.
Future of JCPOA hinges on West's moves: Russian official IRNA 13 Jul 2024 -- The future of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) after Iran's 14th presidential election will depend on the West's actions, a Russian diplomat says.
Iranian labor union condemns Sharifeh Mohammadi's death sentence VOA 13 Jul 2024 -- A labor union in Iran has denounced Sharifeh Mohammadi's death sentence from the Islamic Revolutionary Court of Rasht as a governmental tactic to instill fear in society to deter collective organizing efforts.
Iran slams recent Israeli brutal atrocities in Khan Younis IRNA 13 Jul 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani has strongly condemned the recent Israeli brutal crimes in Khan Yunis, a city in the southern Gaza Strip, which resulted in the deaths and injuries of hundreds of Palestinian civilians.
Commander hails Air Defense Force's rapid development of indigenous weapons, equipment Press TV 12 Jul 2024 -- The chief commander of the Iranian Army's Air Defense Force says the development of locally-made weapons and military equipment is one of the top priorities of the Air Defense Force, hailing the rapid progress made.
United States Imposes Sanctions Targeting Iran's Chemical Weapons Research and Development US Dept. of State 12 Jul 2024 -- The Department of State is today imposing sanctions on Hakiman Shargh Research Company for its involvement in Iran's chemical weapons research and development. These sanctions are being imposed pursuant to Executive Order 13382, which targets proliferators of weapons of mass destruction and their supporters.
Iran's president-elect: My administration will prioritize bolstering ties with neighbors Press TV 12 Jul 2024 -- Iranian President-elect Masoud Pezeshkian says his administration will prioritize bolstering ties with neighbors.
Iran president-elect: My administration will open up new foreign policy horizons Press TV 12 Jul 2024 -- Iranian President-elect Masoud Pezeshkian says his administration will open up new foreign policy horizons in the expansion of cordial relations with other countries.
Meeting with Speaker of the Islamic Consultative Assembly of Iran Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf President of Russia 11 Jul 2024 -- Vladimir Putin held a meeting with Speaker of the Islamic Consultative Assembly of Iran Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf on the sidelines of the 10th BRICS Parliamentary Forum in St Petersburg.
President Putin: Iran-Russia cooperation to expand further Press TV 11 Jul 2024 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin has highlighted his country's willingness for promotion of mutual cooperation with Iran, calling for further expansion of bilateral relations between Moscow and Tehran in various spheres.
Iran dismisses NATO allegation it supplies ballistic missiles to Russia to be used in Ukraine war Press TV 11 Jul 2024 -- Iran has categorically rejected allegations it is providing ballistic missiles and related technology to Russia, raised by the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), to be used in the military campaign against Ukraine.
Exclusive: Iran struggled to arrange US ballot stations for presidential election runoff VOA 11 Jul 2024 -- Iran struggled to arrange absentee voting in the U.S. for the second round of its presidential election Friday, as a VOA investigation found that Tehran's U.S. ballot stations suffered more setbacks than those it organized for the election's first round a week prior.
Iranian Female Prisoners Call Activist's 'Disgraceful' Death Sentence An Ominous Sign RFE/RL 10 Jul 2024 -- A group of female Iranian prisoners has warned of a possible wave of executions, pointing to the recent "shameless and disgraceful" death sentence handed down to labor activist Sharifeh Mohammadi.
Iran Cracks Down On Social Media Accounts For 'Discouraging' Voting RFE/RL 10 Jul 2024 -- Iran has opened court cases against two Telegram accounts and summoned 100 people for allegedly calling for a boycott of the recent presidential election.
Statement from Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines on Recent Iranian Influence Efforts Director of National Intelligence 09 Jul 2024
Pezeshkian To Be Sworn In As Iran's President Early Next Month RFE/RL 07 Jul 2024 -- Moderate reformist Masud Pezeshkian, the winner of Iran's runoff presidential vote, will be sworn in before lawmakers early next month, Mojtaba Yosefi, a member of the Iranian parliament's presiding board, told state media.
Who Is Masud Pezeshkian, Iran's President-Elect? RFE/RL 06 Jul 2024 -- Reformist lawmaker Masud Pezeshkian has won Iran's July 5 runoff presidential election against ultraconservative candidate Saeed Jalili and will become the ninth president of the Islamic Republic of Iran.
'Reformist Loyalist' Masud Pezeshkian Is Iran's New President. Here's What To Expect. RFE/RL 06 Jul 2024 -- Elections in Iran are neither free nor fair, but they can still surprise. The election of reformist veteran lawmaker Masud Pezeshkian as Iran's new president is one of those surprises.
Pezeshkian 'Grateful' To Iran's Youth For Helping Him Win Presidency; U.S. Dismisses Impact Of Vote RFE/RL 06 Jul 2024 -- Moderate reformist Masud Pezeshkian, the winner of Iran's runoff presidential vote, has thanked young Iranians for helping him win as foreign leaders and members of the Iranian establishment congratulated him on his victory, while Washington dismissed the impact of the results.
Masoud Pezeshkian wins Iran runoff presidential election amid reports of low voter turnout VOA 06 Jul 2024 -- Former health minister Masoud Pezeshkian has won Iran's runoff presidential election against the more intractable former nuclear bargainer Saeed Jalili and is asking citizens to support him as he vows to negotiate more closely with the West, loosen the country's harsh headscarf law, and restore a 2015 nuclear deal.
Iranians Await Winner Of Presidential Poll, Amid Closely Watched Voter Turnout Figures RFE/RL 05 Jul 2024 -- Iranians are awaiting an announcement of the winner of the country's July 5 runoff presidential elections that pitted a reformist veteran politician and a hard-liner close to the country's all-powerful supreme leader.
Iran Votes 2024: Polls close and vote counting begins in presidential runoff Press TV 05 Jul 2024 -- Polls have closed in Iran's presidential runoff election after three extensions were announced by the interior ministry to accommodate more voters amid a significantly large voter turnout.
Voting Extended To Midnight In Iran's Presidential Runoff As Khamenei Presses Turnout Message RFE/RL 05 Jul 2024 -- Voting hours have been extended three times in Iran on July 5 in a runoff presidential election being held after no candidate secured enough votes to be declared the outright winner of the June 28 vote, which saw a record-low turnout.
Critics say Iran presidential election runoff not competitive despite uncertainty about likely victor VOA 04 Jul 2024 -- As Iran stages a presidential election runoff on Friday, its critics say the West should not interpret uncertainty about the likely victor as an indication of a democratic contest between two competing loyalists of the Islamic republic's supreme leader.
Meeting with Acting Head of the Executive Branch of the Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Mokhber President of Russia 04 Jul 2024 -- ladimir Putin meets with Acting Head of the Executive Branch of the Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Mokhber on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit.
Campaigning Over Ahead Of Iran's Presidential Vote, With Turnout A Concern RFE/RL 04 Jul 2024 -- Iranian state media said on July 4 that campaigning had ended one day ahead of a runoff vote between a reformist and a hard-liner to replace the country's late president in an election beset so far by record-low turnout.
Lebanon 'a hell with no return for Zionists' in case of war: Iran's interim FM Press TV 03 Jul 2024 -- Iran's interim foreign minister has praised Lebanon's resistance as a vigorous actor against the Israeli regime, warning that in case of a new war the Arab country will turn into a "hell with no return" for the occupying entity.
Leader: Voter turnout 'backbone' of Islamic Republic; Friday runoff 'very important' Press TV 03 Jul 2024 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has underscored the turnout of Iranians in the presidential runoff election on Friday as the "backbone" of the Islamic Republic.
Iran's Khamenei Insists Voters Who Shunned Presidential Vote Not Opposed To Islamic Republic RFE/RL 03 Jul 2024 -- Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has lamented the record-low turnout in the first round of Iran's presidential election last week, but insisted that it is not reflective of the popularity of the Islamic republic.
Khamenei urges Iranians to vote in presidential runoff after low turnout in first round VOA 03 Jul 2024 -- Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Wednesday urged voters to take part in Friday's presidential election after a historically low first-round turnout.
Turkmenistan, Iran Sign Natural Gas Deal That Includes Plan To Build Pipeline RFE/RL 03 Jul 2024 -- Turkmenistan and Iran signed a contract on July 3 for the delivery of 10 billion cubic meters of Turkmen natural gas per year, which Iran will then ship to Iraq.
Highlights: Second debate in 2024 Iran presidential runoff election Press TV 02 Jul 2024 -- The two candidates vying for the Iranian presidency, Masoud Pezeshkian and Saeed Jalili, square off in the second televised debate in the 2024 Iranian presidential runoff election.
Senior diplomat: Iran to use 'all means' to back Hezbollah if Lebanon attacked Press TV 02 Jul 2024 -- A senior Iranian diplomat has warned Israel against launching a war on Lebanon, saying the Islamic Republic and all resistance groups in West Asia will support the Lebanese resistance movement Hezbollah in case of such military aggression.
Iran's oil exports hit new 5-year high, shipments 4th largest in OPEC Press TV 01 Jul 2024 -- Iran's oil exports have reached a new high in five years, data from an energy trade monitoring company show, as the country gradually regains its position as one of main oil suppliers in the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC).
To Vote Or Not To Vote? Iranians Mull Continuing Presidential Election Boycott RFE/RL 01 Jul 2024 -- More than 60 percent of Iran's electorate did not vote in the June 28 presidential election, despite it being billed as an important poll given the role that the next president could play in the succession to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

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