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October 2024 - Iran Special Weapons News
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- Analysts see Iran's deterrence vis-a-vis Israel weakened VOA 31 Oct 2024 -- Recent attempts by Iran to establish deterrence through direct strikes on Israel have mainly failed, according to analysts, leaving the Islamic Republic more vulnerable to its prime foe.
- Iran asserts right to defend sovereignty and territorial integrity IRNA 31 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Permanent Mission to the United Nations office in Geneva has emphasized that the Islamic Republic will not hesitate in exercising its right to self-defense in accordance with international law.
- Iran will not hesitate to defend its sovereignty, territorial integrity: UN mission Press TV 31 Oct 2024 -- Iran's permanent representative to the United Nations Office and other international organizations in Geneva have severely censured the latest Israeli strikes against the country's military sites, stating that the Islamic Republic will not hesitate to exercise its legitimate right and defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity.
- Iranian border guards thwart infiltration plot of terrorists IRNA 31 Oct 2024 -- Iranian border guards has thwarted a plot by the members of a notorious foreign-backed terrorist group called Jaish al-Adl from infiltrating into the southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan.
- Iran: Foreign Minister Baerbock on the consequences of the murder of Jamshid Sharmahd Germany Federal Foreign Office 31 Oct 2024
- Germany To Close 3 Iranian Consulates Over Execution Of Dual Citizen RFE/RL 31 Oct 2024 -- Germany will shut all three Iranian consulates in Germany in reaction to the execution of dual German-Iranian citizen Jamshid Sharmahd, Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock said on October 31.
- Germany closes 3 Iranian consulates following Iran's execution of German Iranian national VOA 31 Oct 2024 -- Germany will close three Iranian consulates in response to Iran's announcement of the execution of Jamshid Sharmahd, a German Iranian national and a U.S. resident, earlier this week.
- Pakistan hires 2 law firms to fight Iran's pipeline delay claim VOA 30 Oct 2024 -- Pakistan has hired two U.S.-based law firms to represent it at the International Court of Arbitration as it fights Iran's bid to force the neighbor country to uphold its end of a gas pipeline deal or pay a large penalty.
- Iran's intelligence says dismantled Israel-linked terrorist outfit Press TV 30 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Intelligence Ministry says it has dismantled a separatist terrorist group linked to the Israeli regime that intended to infiltrate the country.
- Iran capable of conducting 'dozens' of True Promise-like operations against Israel: Defense min. Press TV 30 Oct 2024 -- Defense Minister Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh says Iran is capable of conducting dozens of retaliatory operations like Operation True Promise, which targeted the Israeli-occupied Palestinian territories back in April.
- Security Council Press Statement on Terrorist Attack in Taftan, Sistan and Balouchestan, Iran UN Security Council 30 Oct 2024
- Iran: Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the EU on the execution of Jamshid Sharmahd Germany Federal Foreign Office 30 Oct 2024
- Iran: Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the EU on the execution of Jamshid Sharmahd EC/CEU 29 Oct 2024 -- The European Union condemns in the strongest terms the execution in Iran of German-Iranian national Jamshid Sharmahd. The European Union offers its condolences to Mr. Sharmahd's family and expresses its full solidarity with Germany.
- President Pezeshkian congratulates Sheikh Naim Qassem's appointment as new Hezbollah chief IRNA 29 Oct 2024 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian in a message congratulated Sheikh Naim Qassem on his appointment as new secretary general of the Lebanese Hezbollah Resistance Movement.
- Iran strongly condemns Israel's attack on residential house in Beit Lahia IRNA 29 Oct 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei Hamaneh has strongly condemned the brutal attack by the Zionist forces on a residential house in Beit Lahia in the northern Gaza Strip.
- Heated exchange at UNSC meeting on Israeli aggression against Iran IRNA 29 Oct 2024 -- The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) was the scene of tense verbal exchange between the United States and its supporters justifying terroristic actions of the occupying Zionist regime and other member states that are opposed to Israel's destabilizing behaviors in the West Asia region.
- Response to Israeli aggression will be based on int'l law: Iran's UN envoy IRNA 29 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Ambassador to the United Nations says the United States' unconditional support for Israel, coupled with its obstruction of the Security Council's mandate as a permanent member, has emboldened the Zionist regime to continue its crimes and aggressions in Gaza and Lebanon, and now against Iran, which gravely undermines regional peace and security.
- Iran will neither hesitate nor rush in responding to Israeli aggression: Araghchi Press TV 29 Oct 2024 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has denounced as "a flagrant violation of internal law" Israel's latest aggression against Iran, saying the Islamic Republic will neither hesitate nor rush in responding to the occupying regime.
- New surprises, heavier blows await Israel in coming days: Senior IRGC cmdr. Press TV 29 Oct 2024 -- A high-ranking commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has warned that new initiatives will catch Israel by surprise in the future and deal heavier blows to the criminal regime.
- Israeli strike on Iran 'much ado about nothing': Ayatollah Khamenei's advisor Press TV 29 Oct 2024 -- A senior advisor to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has downplayed Israel's recent act of aggression against Iran, stressing that Tehran could make any aggressor regret their actions.
- Iran says will exercise 'legitimate' right to defense at 'right time, place' Press TV 29 Oct 2024 -- Iranian government spokeswoman Fatemeh Mohajerani says the Islamic Republic reserves the right to self-defense, asserting that the country will exercise the "legitimate" right at the "appropriate time and place."
- Iran's response to Israeli attacks to fit within intl. law: UN envoy Press TV 29 Oct 2024 -- Iran's ambassador to the United Nations says the Islamic Republic reserves its inherent right to respond to the Israeli regime's recent attacks against the country, saying Tehran's potential retaliation will be perfectly aligned with the international law.
- Iran Will Increase Country's Defense Budget by Over 200% Next Year Sputnik 29 Oct 2024 -- Iran's defense budget will be tripled in the new calendar year that will take place on March 21, 2025, by more than 200%, Iranian government spokeswoman Fatemeh Mohajerani said on Tuesday.
- Iran summons German ambassador over interference by Berlin officials Press TV 29 Oct 2024 -- Iran has summoned German Ambassador Markus Potzel over Berlin officials meddling in the internal affairs of the Islamic Republic.
- German passport doesn't provide impunity to anyone: Iran FM Press TV 29 Oct 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says granting a German passport to an individual does not provide impunity, not least to a "terrorist."
- Germany Recalls Iran Envoy After Execution Of German-Iranian RFE/RL 29 Oct 2024 -- Germany has recalled its ambassador to Tehran following the execution of Jamshid Sharmahd after his conviction on disputed terrorism charges and summoned Iran's envoy to Berlin to answer questions about the death of the 69-year-old Iranian-German citizen.
- Germany Condemns Iran's 'Inhumane Regime' After Execution Of Iranian-German National RFE/RL 29 Oct 2024 -- Germany's foreign minister on October 28 condemned Iran's "inhumane regime" after the execution of Iranian-German national Jamshid Sharmahd following his conviction on disputed terrorism charges.
- Germany recalls Iranian ambassador over execution of Iranian-German dissident VOA 29 Oct 2024 -- Germany's Foreign Ministry recalled its ambassador to Iran, Markus Potzel, on Tuesday for consultations and also summoned Iran's charge d'affaires in Berlin following Iran's execution of Iranian-German dissident Jamshid Sharmahd.
- Israeli Strike in Iran Should Mark End of Tit-For-Tat Between Two Nations DoD News 28 Oct 2024 -- On Friday, Israel conducted a precision strike against military targets in Iran. The strike was a response to an Oct. 1 attack where Iran launched about 200 ballistic missiles into Israel. While most of the missiles from that attack against Israel were destroyed before reaching their target, some did impact and cause minimal damage.
- Iraq files protest against violation of its airspace by Zionist regime IRNA 28 Oct 2024 -- The Iraqi government Spokesman Bassem Al-Awadi said that his country has officially filed a protest to the UN Secretary-General and the UN Security Council condemning the clear violation of Iraqi airspace and sovereignty by the Zionist regime.
- Iraq lodges UN complaint over Israel using its airspace to attack Iran Press TV 28 Oct 2024 -- Iraq has submitted a letter of protest to United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and the Security Council, condemning Israel's use of the Arab nation's airspace to launch an air strike on several military sites in neighboring Iran.
- IRGC Calls Israeli Strike on Iranian Territory Miscalculation With 'Bitter Consequences' Sputnik 28 Oct 2024 -- Israel's strike on Iranian territory shows Tel Aviv's desperation and miscalculation, this strike will have "unimaginably bitter consequences" for Israel, Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Commander-in-Chief Hossein Salami said on Monday.
- Defense minister says damage from Israeli attack on Iran was minimal IRNA 28 Oct 2024 -- Iran's defense minister has announced that recent Israeli attack on Iran caused only minor damage, which was swiftly repaired using domestic expertise and scientific capabilities.
- Iran 'immediately' repaired 'minor' damage caused by Israeli strikes: Defense chief Press TV 28 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Defense Minister Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh says Israel's recent aggression against several Iranian military facilities caused "minor" damage which was immediately repaired and replaced.
- Iran's military power unaffected by Israeli attack: Security chief Press TV 28 Oct 2024 -- Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Akbar Ahmadian says Israel's recent aggression against the country has had no impact on the Islamic Republic's military power.
- Zionist regime lost all legitimacy in world: Iran's security chief IRNA 28 Oct 2024 -- Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council says the Israeli regime has lost its legitimacy in the eyes of the international community.
- Deputy FM: Iran strongly faces up to any assault on its territorial integrity, independence Press TV 28 Oct 2024 -- The Iranian deputy foreign minister for legal and international affairs has vehemently denounced the latest Israeli attack on several military installations in the country.
- Impunity has emboldened Zionists: Iran FM Spox IRNA 28 Oct 2024 -- Impunity is the main factor that has emboldened the Israeli regime, Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmail Baghaei Hamaneh says.
- UN Security Council members urge restraint between Israel and Iran VOA 28 Oct 2024 -- United Nations Security Council members urged Israel and Iran on Monday to end their spiraling cycle of tit-for-tat attacks on one another, following Israel's retaliatory strikes against Iran.
- U.S. Warns Iran Of 'Severe Consequences' For Any New Attacks RFE/RL 28 Oct 2024 -- The United States warned Iran at the UN Security Council on October 28 of "severe consequences" if it undertakes any further aggressive acts against Israel or U.S. personnel in the Middle East.
- Russia Makes Every Effort to De-escalate Middle East Tensions After Israel's Strikes on Iran Sputnik 28 Oct 2024 -- Russia believes that it is now possible to avoid the worst-case scenario after Israel's strikes on Iran, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said on Monday.
- Iran asserts resolve to respond to Israeli aggression, says regime 'emboldened by impunity' Press TV 28 Oct 2024 -- Iran says it is firmly determined to respond to the recent Israeli act of aggression against the country and will not abandon its right in this regard.
- IRGC busts terrorist team linked to deadly southeast Iran attack, kills 4 terrorists Press TV 28 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Quds Base has arrested four terrorists and taken down four others involved in an attack in the country's southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan.
- Iran executes Iranian-German dissident VOA 28 Oct 2024 -- Iran's state media reported Monday that authorities have executed Iranian-German dissident Jamshid Sharmahd after convicting him on terrorism charges.
- Germany Condemns Iran's 'Inhumane Regime' After Execution Of Iranian-German National RFE/RL 28 Oct 2024 -- Germany's foreign minister on October 28 condemned Iran's "inhumane regime" after the execution of Iranian-German national Jamshid Sharmahd following his conviction on disputed terrorism charges.
- Israeli-linked spy and saboteur executed in Iran IRNA 28 Oct 2024 -- Jamshid Sharmehed, the ringleader of the US-based Tondar terrorist group, who for years planned numerous terrorist operations against the Islamic Iran, at the behest of his masters in Western, American and child-killing Zionist spy organizations, has been punished for his actions and executed.
- Iran executes ringleader of US-based group over terror attacks Press TV 28 Oct 2024 -- Iran has executed the ringleader of a US-based terror group carrying behind heinous operations against the Iranian nation.
- Israel hopes focused targets in retaliatory strike will limit Iranian response VOA 27 Oct 2024 -- Israeli officials say its series of strikes Saturday overnight on Iran achieved their objectives.
- US Defense Secretary Warns Iran Against Response to Israel's Strikes Sputnik 27 Oct 2024 -- Iran should not "make the mistake" and respond to Israel's recent strikes, US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said in a phone conversation with Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, the Pentagon said in a statement.
- Israel's Attack on Iran Affected Country's Self-Defense, Missile Production - Netanyahu Sputnik 27 Oct 2024 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday that the latest strike on Iran had affected the latter's self-defense and missile production capabilities.
- UN Security Council Sets Urgent Session On Iran-Israeli Conflict At Tehran's Request RFE/RL 27 Oct 2024 -- The UN Security Council has agreed to hold an emergency session at Tehran's request following Israel's missile strike against Iran in the early morning hours of October 26.
- US Media Claim That Israeli Strike Paralyzed Ballistic Missile Production in Iran Sputnik 27 Oct 2024 -- Saturday's Israeli strike paralyzed ballistic missile production in Iran, US-based portal Axios reported citing sources.
- Iran's Khamenei Says Israeli Strikes Should Not Be Exaggerated Or Minimized RFE/RL 27 Oct 2024 -- Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has warned against either exaggerating or minimizing the impact of Israeli's October 26 retaliatory strikes against Iran.
- Supreme Leader: Israeli mischief should neither be magnified nor downplayed IRNA 27 Oct 2024 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has said that the latest mischievous act of the Zionist regime against Iran should neither be magnified nor downplayed.
- Iranian Leadership to Decide Best Response to Israel's Attack - Supreme Leader Sputnik 27 Oct 2024 -- Iranian officials will decide how to respond to the recent attack on Iranian territory carried out by Israel, Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said on Sunday.
- Ayatollah Khamenei: Officials will decide quality of Iran's show of power to Israel Press TV 27 Oct 2024 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says Iranian authorities are in charge of deciding the quality of Iran's show of power to the Israeli regime.
- Iran not after war, but will give 'appropriate response' to Israeli attack: President Press TV 27 Oct 2024 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says Iran is not looking for war but will give an "appropriate response" to Israel's latest act of aggression.
- Iran will respond to any Israeli aggression at appropriate time: FM IRNA 27 Oct 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has stated that the Islamic Republic does not seek war, but will respond to any aggression by the Zionist regime at the "appropriate time".
- Iran FM: US complicity in Israel's escalation of regional tensions is obvious IRNA 27 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said it is crystal clear that the United States is complicit in Israel's actions that are escalating tensions in West Asia, including the regime's latest aggression against the Islamic Republic.
- US complicity in Israel's assault on Iran 'quite clear': Araghchi Press TV 27 Oct 2024 -- Iran's foreign minister says the United States' complicity in Israel's act of aggression against the country is "quite clear" as it has provided the regime with military equipment and airspace to conduct the terrorist raid.
- Araghchi to UN: Iran reserves inherent right to respond to Israeli aggression IRNA 27 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has called on the United Nations, including the 15-member Security Council to condemn the Zionist regime's attacks on Iran, warning that his country reserves its inherent right to respond legally and legitimately to the Israeli aggression at the appropriate time.
- Iran's nuclear facilities safe from Israeli attack: IAEA chief IRNA 27 Oct 2024 -- Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Rafael Grossi has confirmed that Iran's nuclear facilities were not damaged in the latest aggression against the Islamic Republic by the Zionist regime.
- 'Dangerous escalation': Hezbollah strongly condemns Israeli aggression against Iran Press TV 27 Oct 2024 -- Lebanese resistance movement Hezbollah has condemned the latest Israeli aggression against Iran, calling the move a "dangerous escalation."
- IRGC: Four arrested in connection with Taftan terrorist attack IRNA 27 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has announced the arrest of four people in connection with the Saturday terrorist attack in the city of Taftan in southeast of the country.
- Iran urges UN Security Council to condemn deadly terrorist attack on police convoy Press TV 27 Oct 2024 -- Iran's ambassador to the United Nations has called on the Security Council to vehemently condemn the recent deadly terrorist attack on a police convoy in the country's southeastern Sistan and Baluchestan Province.
- Ten Iranian border guards killed in terrorist attack near Pakistan border Press TV 26 Oct 2024 -- Ten Iranian border guards have been killed in a terrorist attack in the country's southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan close to the border with Pakistan.
- Israel's Calibrated Attack On Iran Gives Both Countries An Off-Ramp RFE/RL 26 Oct 2024 -- Israel on October 26 struck military targets deep inside Iranian territory, but the extent of its promised attack was more calibrated than many feared.
- Biden Hopes For End To Mideast Escalation After Israeli Strikes On Iran RFE/RL 26 Oct 2024 -- U.S. President Joe Biden expressed hope Israeli air strikes on Iran would bring an end to the current chapter of escalation in the Middle East, even as Hezbollah fired dozens of projectiles into northern Israel.
- Israel says major assault on Iran 'achieved' objectives, seemingly sparing oil, nuclear sites VOA 26 Oct 2024 -- Israel says it has completed a major assault on Iran after more than a year of fighting, which began with an attack by Iranian proxy group Hamas on the Jewish state and has grown into a multifront conflict directly involving Tehran and its other regional proxies.
- Statement attributable to the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General - on the Middle East UN Secretary-General 26 Oct 2024
- UN chief urges halt to escalation after Israeli strikes on Iran UN News 26 Oct 2024 -- The UN Secretary-General on Saturday called for an immediate halt to all escalatory actions in the Middle East, following overnight attacks by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on targets in Iran.
- Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova's comment on the Israeli airstrikes targeting Iranian territory Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 26 Oct 2024
- Israel/Iran: Statement by the spokesperson on Israel's retaliatory attack against Iran European External Action Service (EEAS) 26 Oct 2024 -- Israel's retaliatory attack against Iran, as confirmed by the IDF, occurred amid severe and growing regional tensions.
- Statement on developments in West Asia India MEA 26 Oct 2024
- Condemnations pour in following Israeli aggression on Iran IRNA 26 Oct 2024 -- Condemnations and reactions have been pouring in following the Israeli aggression on Iran, during which the regime conducted attacks on Iranian military sites early on Saturday.
- Condemnation of Israeli Military Strikes Against Iran Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs 26 Oct 2024 -- Pakistan strongly condemns Israel's strikes against the Islamic Republic of Iran in the early hours on Saturday.
- Hamas condemns Israeli aggression, commends Iran's air defense Press TV 26 Oct 2024 -- The Gaza-based resistance movement Hamas has condemned Israel's aggression against the Islamic Republic of Iran.
- Condemnations pour in after Israeli aggression against Iran Press TV 26 Oct 2024 -- The Israeli regime's aggression on a number of military positions across Iran in the early hours of Saturday has drawn condemnations from the regional countries.
- No: 220, 26 October 2024, Regarding Israel's Attack on Iran Republic of Turkey Ministry of Foreign Affairs 26 Oct 2024
- Government urges to avoid escalation in the Middle East Spain MFA 26 Oct 2024
- Arab world condemns Israeli attack on Iran, expresses concern of wider conflict VOA 26 Oct 2024 -- Arab governments reacted with mostly tepid condemnation of Israeli strikes overnight on Iran, expressing concern that a wider conflict could erupt, but avoiding strong language or taking any concrete action to protest the Israeli strikes.
- FM: Iran reserves right to duly respond to Israeli aggression IRNA 26 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has strongly condemned Israel's "criminal attack" on his country, emphasizing that the Islamic Republic reserves right to duly respond to the aggression.
- VP: Iran to give proportionate response to Israeli aggression IRNA 26 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Vice-president Mohammad Reza Aref has condemned Israeli aggression on the country, saying that the Islamic Republic will give a proportionate response in due time and conditions.
- FM Spox: Israeli aggression on Iran flagrant violation of UN Charter IRNA 26 Oct 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmail Baghaei has said that the Israeli regime's aggression against the Islamic Republic is a flagrant violation of the UN Charter and international law, entitling Iran to resort to self-defense.
- Israeli regime used US-controlled airspace in Iraq to attack Iran: General Staff IRNA 26 Oct 2024 -- The General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran has issued a statement on Israel's aggression against the country, saying the regime used airspace controlled by the United States in Iraq to carry out its limited attacks on Iran's military sites.
- Iran sees no limits in defending its interests, territorial integrity: Araghchi IRNA 26 Oct 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has stressed that Iran sees no limits when it comes to defending its interests and territorial integrity.
- Israel lost deterrence against Iran after weak attack: Report IRNA 26 Oct 2024 -- An Israeli media report says the overnight attack on Iran was so weak that it effectively diminished the regime's deterrence against the Islamic Republic.
- 'Iran entitled to defend itself against Zionist regime's acts of aggression' IRNA 26 Oct 2024 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry says that the Islamic Republic is entitled and duty-bound to defend itself against the Zionist regime's acts of aggression that took place early on Saturday.
- Iran knows 'no limits' in defending its interests, territorial integrity: Araghchi Press TV 26 Oct 2024 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Iran knows "no limits" in defending its national interests and territorial integrity following the Israeli regime's act of aggression against Iranian military installations.
- Iran says 'entitled to defend against foreign acts of aggression' Press TV 26 Oct 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry has condemned the Israeli act of aggression against the country's military installations as a blatant violation of international law and the UN Charter, especially the principle that prohibits threats or use of force against the territorial integrity and sovereignty of countries.
- Iran Says Has Right to Defense Against Foreign 'Aggressive Actions' Based on UN Charter Sputnik 26 Oct 2024 -- The Israel Defense Forces said overnight to Saturday that it had struck military targets in Iran in response to the attacks on the Jewish state on October 1. The CBS News broadcaster reported, citing an unnamed source, that the Israeli attack on Iran had been limited to military targets without involving nuclear or oil facilities.
- Iran Ready to Respond to Israel's Missile Strikes on Tehran - Reports Sputnik 26 Oct 2024 -- Iran is ready to respond to Israel for the missile strikes carried out overnight to Saturday, the Iranian state news agency Tasnim reported, citing a high-ranking source.
- Iran says damage 'limited' as Israel completes airstrikes; experts warn risks of full-scale regional war Global Times 26 Oct 2024 -- Israeli overnight attacks on military sites in Iran captured global attention, prompting concerns over escalation of conflict and the potential for a full-scale regional war. Chinese observers said further conflict would not benefit anyone involved,as neither US, Israel nor Iran is prepared for a full-blown war.
- Iran says oil facilities, electrical grid operating normally after Israeli attacks IRNA 26 Oct 2024 -- The Iranian Petroleum Ministry announced that all activities are going on normally after the Zionist regime attacked military sites across Iran.
- Four Iran Army forces martyred in Israeli aggression IRNA 26 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Army says four of its forces were martyred during Israeli aggression on the country overnight.
- Death toll from Israeli aggression on Iran rises to four Press TV 26 Oct 2024 -- The death toll from the overnight Israeli aggression against a number of military positions across Iran has risen to four.
- Iran air defense intercepts Zionist regime's airstrikes against some military centers IRNA 26 Oct 2024 -- The public relations office of the Iranian air defense command issued a statement announcing that Israeli airstrikes against military centers in Tehran, the western province of Ilam, and the southwestern province of Khuzestan have been intercepted and countered successfully.
- Iranian military says Israeli strikes caused "limited damage" People's Daily 26 Oct 2024 -- Iran's air defense headquarters successfully countered the Israeli attack with "limited damage," the semi-official Tasnim news agency reported Saturday.
- Iran air defenses intercepted most Israeli missiles, stopped aircraft from entering airspace: General Staff Press TV 26 Oct 2024 -- The General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran says the country's air defense units intercepted a significant number of Israeli missiles, and stoped its military aircraft from penetrating Iranian airspace during the latest attack.
- Iran's air defense 'successfully intercepts, counters' Israeli aggression Press TV 26 Oct 2024 -- Iran's air defense force has confirmed Israeli attacks targeting positions in Tehran, Khuzestan and Ilam provinces, saying the aggression was successfully thwarted.
- Israel Hit Military Centers in Iranian Provinces, Caused 'Limited' Damage - Air Defense Force Sputnik 26 Oct 2024 -- Israel attacked a number of military centers in the Iranian provinces of Tehran, Khuzestan and Ilam overnight on Saturday, causing "limited damage", Iran's Air Defense Force said.
- Israel Concludes Attack, Says Struck Iranian Missile Systems & Rocket Production Sites Sputnik 26 Oct 2024 -- The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said the attack on Iran has ended and the Israeli planes have returned safely to Israel.
- Israel completes strike on Iranian targets People's Daily 26 Oct 2024 -- Israel has completed what it called a retaliatory attack on military targets in Iran, said the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) early Saturday morning.
- Explosions heard in capital as Iran's air defenses engage Israeli strike attempts People's Daily 26 Oct 2024 -- The powerful explosions heard around Iran's capital, Tehran, early Saturday were linked to air defense responses against attempted Israeli airstrikes on three locations outside the city, according to state-run IRIB TV.
- IDF Spox. RAdm. Daniel Hagari Regarding Retaliatory Strikes in Iran Israel Defense Forces 26 Oct 2024
- 'Defense activity' caused loud sounds heard in Tehran Press TV 26 Oct 2024 -- The loud sounds heard by some people in the vicinity of Tehran were due to the activation of air defense systems, according to Iranian security sources.
- Background Press Call on Israel's Targeted Strikes Against Military Targets in Iran The White House 25 Oct 2024
- Israel Says Retaliatory Strikes On Iran Targets 'Completed' RFE/RL 25 Oct 2024 -- The Israeli army said its "targeted and precise" attack on Iran in retaliation for Iranian attacks on Israel earlier this month has ended.
- Israel launches strikes on military targets in Iran VOA 25 Oct 2024 -- The Israel military says it has launched strikes on military targets in Iran, as Iranian media reported several explosions were heard in Iran's capital, Tehran, and the nearby city of Karaj early Saturday.
- Israel Launches Attacks On Targets In Iran RFE/RL 25 Oct 2024 -- The Israeli army said it launched "precise" attacks on targets in Iran in retaliation for Iranian attacks on Israel earlier this month.
- Foreign National Convicted of Conspiring to Export US-Made Drill Rigs to Iran in Violation of US Sanctions Laws US Dept. of Justice 25 Oct 2024 -- A federal jury convicted Brian Assi, also known as Brahim Assi, yesterday of conspiring to violate the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) and the Iranian Transactions and Sanctions Regulations (ITSR), attempted unlawful export of goods from the United States to Iran without a license, attempted smuggling goods from the United States, submitting false or misleading export information, and conspiracy to commit money laundering.
- U.S. Businessman Convicted Of Attempting To Export Mining Equipment To Iran RFE/RL 25 Oct 2024 -- A U.S. jury has convicted a man for conspiring to avoid sanctions imposed on Iran by attempting to ship U.S.-made heavy machinery used in mining to the country.
- Pezeshkian: Implementation of BRICS decisions to thwart US conspiracy Press TV 25 Oct 2024 -- Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has stated that the enactment of BRICS 2024 decisions will "gradually thwart the conspiracy of the US and its allies."
- Xi Jinping Meets with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian PRC MofA 24 Oct 2024 -- On the afternoon of October 23, 2024 local time, President Xi Jinping met with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on the margins of the BRICS Summit held in Kazan, Russia.
- Sun rising from East, truly setting in West: Iran FM says after BRICS summit Press TV 24 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has underscored the growing power of the BRICS group of countries that has overshadowed that of the West, at the conclusion of the bloc's 16th annual summit.
- Iran spares no opportunity to reiterate sovereignty over Persian Gulf trio islands: FM Press TV 24 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Tehran has used every opportunity to firmly reiterate its sovereignty over the three Iranian islands in the Persian Gulf.
- Iran urges UNSC to force Israel to end aggression in Gaza, Lebanon, Syria Press TV 24 Oct 2024 -- Iran's ambassador to the United Nations has called on the Security Council to force Israel to stop its aggression against the Gaza Strip, Lebanon and Syria.
- Iran rejects Zionist regime claim about involvement in Hezbollah op IRNA 24 Oct 2024 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman has vehemently rejected a claim by the Zionist regime army that the Embassy of the Islamic Republic in Beirut was involved in a military operation by Lebanon's Hezbollah resistance movement against the regime.
- Iran, China urge immediate ceasefire in Gaza, Lebanon to de-escalate tension IRNA 24 Oct 2024 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping have discussed a host of issues including bilateral ties and the ongoing war in Lebanon and Gaza, emphasizing that an immediate ceasefire is key to reducing tensions in West Asia.
- President Pezeshkian: US-West sanctions, Israeli bloodshed forestall regional peace Press TV 24 Oct 2024 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says the United States, Western countries and the Israeli regime are preventing the establishment of peace in West Asia.
- New evidence China, Russia and Iran targeting US elections VOA 24 Oct 2024 -- There is new evidence China, Iran and Russia are aggressively expanding their efforts to influence American voters to potentially sway the result of the upcoming U.S. elections.
- Iran rejects allegations of election interference, says doesn't engage in US internal uproars IRNA 24 Oct 2024 -- Iran's permanent mission to the United Nations has dismissed allegations of the country's interference in the November presidential election in the US, calling them unfounded and inadmissible.
- Iran, Saudi Arabia plan more joint drills in Red Sea amid warming ties Press TV 24 Oct 2024 -- Iran and Saudi Arabia will take part in further joint military exercises in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, amid ever-growing and warming ties between the two regional countries.
- Iranian president says will 'personally' oversee expansion of relations between Iran and China Press TV 24 Oct 2024 -- Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian says he will "personally" oversee the expansion of relations between the Islamic Republic and China, stressing that mutual trust is built through joint actions and projects.
- 'We will blind the wrong eye of any aggressor', says IRGC Press TV 24 Oct 2024 -- The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy reaffirms Iran's unwavering stance on defending its sovereignty, warning that any aggressor attempting to infringe upon it will have "their leg broken and their wrong eye blinded."
- 'Do not pin your faith in THAAD': IRGC chief warns Israel Press TV 24 Oct 2024 -- The chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has warned the Israeli regime not to place its confidence in the US deployment of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) battery for repelling reprisal attacks from the resistance front.
- Medieval acts will not guarantee Israel's 'disgraceful life': Iran's top general Press TV 24 Oct 2024 -- The chief of staff of the Iranian Armed Forces says "medieval acts" will not guarantee Israel's "disgraceful life" in the region, stressing the resistance front will bring about the regime's death.
- Analysis: China, Russia, North Korea and Iran described as new 'Axis of Evil' by some VOA 23 Oct 2024 -- U.S. officials are becoming increasingly concerned about the emerging partnership among China, Russia, Iran and North Korea - a bloc being talked about by some in Washington as a new "axis of evil."
- BRICS becoming 'new global pole' to upend West's monopoly: Iran FM Press TV 23 Oct 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says the BRICS group of emerging economies is turning into a new pole across the globe as its members aim to counter Western monopoly and unilateralism.
- West using Iranian trio islands as excuse to justify regional presence: IRGC Navy chief Press TV 23 Oct 2024 -- The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy says the West is using the three Iranian islands of Abu Musa, the Greater Tunb, and the Lesser Tunb in the Persian Gulf as an excuse to justify their presence in the region, amid the Israel regime's wars on Lebanon and the Gaza Strip.
- Hashem Safieddine left behind 'inspiring' legacy of resistance: Iran president Press TV 23 Oct 2024 -- President Masoud Pezeshkian of Iran has extended his condolences on the assassination of senior Hezbollah leader Sayyed Hashem Safieddine in an Israeli strike in Lebanon.
- Iran's Foreign Ministry strongly condemns Israel over Saffiedine's martyrdom IRNA 23 Oct 2024 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry has issued a statement, strongly condemning the Zionist regime for the martyrdom of head of Hezbollah's Executive Council, Seyyed Hashem Saffiedine in an airstrike on the Lebanese capital, Beirut.
- Iran, Egypt presidents say Israeli aggression must stop IRNA 23 Oct 2024 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and his Egyptian counterpart, Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, have said the Israeli aggression in Gaza and Lebanon must stop, calling for efforts to prevent the spread of conflict to other parts of the region.
- Iran president urges BRICS to leverage its influence to stop war in Gaza and Lebanon IRNA 23 Oct 2024 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian called on BRICS nations to utilize their capacity to end the ongoing conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon, warning that the continuation of violence could escalate global insecurity and war.
- Pezeshkian says seeking to prevent conflict expansion as Modi blasts Israel's genocide Press TV 23 Oct 2024 -- President Masoud Pezeshkian lays emphasis on Iran's endeavor towards preventing the expansion of regional tensions, calling for an end to Israel's genocide and crimes.
- Meeting with President of Iran Masoud Pezeshkian President of Russia 23 Oct 2024 -- Vladimir Putin held a meeting with President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Masoud Pezeshkian on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in Kazan.
- Iranian military delegation oversees international drills in Pakistan IRNA 23 Oct 2024 -- A top-ranking Iranian military delegation headed by the country's Navy commander Brigadier General Hamid Vahedi has attended an international military exercise in Pakistan.
- Iran fully prepared to protect nuclear sites: AEOI chief IRNA 23 Oct 2024 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says the armed forces are fully prepared to protect the country's nuclear facilities and will deliver a "crushing response" to any attack by the enemy.
- Iranian FM says neighboring countries won't allow use of territory for attacks on Iran People's Daily 23 Oct 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said on Tuesday that neighboring countries have assured Iran they will not allow the use of their territories in any potential attacks against the country.
- Iranian president makes 5 proposals at BRICS summit in Russia IRNA 23 Oct 2024 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has outlined the potential for cooperation between BRICS and Iran, offering five key suggestions to help achieve the goals of this international organization, stating that BRICS serves as a significant example of successful collaboration within the Global South, especially in the context of multilateralism.
- Russia says it won't abandon Iran, seeks to deepen bilateral ties IRNA 23 Oct 2024 -- Russia says it has no intention of abandoning Iran and seeks to deepen its relations with the Islamic Republic.
- Pezeshkian: Iran-Russia ties strategic, highly beneficial Press TV 23 Oct 2024 -- President Masoud Pezeshkian says Iran's relations with Russia are "strategic and highly beneficial."
- BRICS is gradually becoming a new global pole: Iran's FM IRNA 22 Oct 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that BRICS is gradually becoming a new global pole, a group of countries that have come together to oppose the western-order ruling of the world.
- Three Persian Gulf islands are inseparable part of Iran: IRGC navy commander IRNA 22 Oct 2024 -- Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy Rear Admiral Tangsiri stressed that the three Persian Gulf islands of Greater Tunb, Lesser Tunb and Abu Mousa belonged to Iran from the old days and "we have said many times that it is in the name of Iran".
- Iran launches project to build 110 housing units in Bu Musa island IRNA 22 Oct 2024 -- The National Land and Housing Organization (NLHO) of Iran says it will start implementing the national project to build 110 residential units on Bu Musa island in the Persian Gulf.
- Any action by Israel against Iran will draw much bigger response: IRGC commander Press TV 22 Oct 2024 -- A senior commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has warned that if the Zionists undertake a "significant action" against Iran, they will surely face a response "several times greater" in intensity.
- Iran not after war but fully prepared for one: FM IRNA 22 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said that the Islamic Republic of Iran does not want war in the region but is fully prepared for any war.
- Araghchi warns Israel: Iran has its own methods, means to protect nuclear facilities Press TV 22 Oct 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has warned the Zionist regime against making any miscalculation, emphasizing the Islamic Republic relies on domestically-developed military hardware as well as methods in order to protect its own civilian nuclear installations.
- US warns ramped-up election influence efforts aim to stoke violence VOA 22 Oct 2024 -- Efforts by U.S. adversaries to divide Americans and sow growing distrust in the upcoming presidential election have already begun to intensify, according to senior U.S. intelligence officials, who warn some countries appear to be leaning toward additional measures to spark election-related violence.
- Russia, China, Iran Intent On 'Fanning Divisive Narratives' In U.S. Election, Intel Officials Say RFE/RL 22 Oct 2024 -- U.S. intelligence officials warned on October 22 that "foreign actors" from Russia, China, and Iran are intent on fanning narratives to divide Americans ahead of the November 5 U.S. presidential election and beyond.
- Prime Minister meets with the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran India MEA 22 Oct 2024
- US blacklists 6 Chinese firms citing links with Iran's military IRNA 22 Oct 2024 -- There is no respite to the United States' unilateral sanctions policy as Washington had added six Chinese companies to its export blacklist for allegedly supporting both Iranian and Chinese militaries.
- Iran launches housing project in Bu Musa island Press TV 21 Oct 2024 -- Iran's government has ordered the start of a housing project on the island of Bu Musa in the Persian Gulf, just days after the United Arab Emirates (UAE) repeated claims on the island.
- Iran slams continued Israeli crimes in Gaza, warns of 'horrible, unpredictable' consequences Press TV 21 Oct 2024 -- Iran has strongly condemned the continuation of Israeli crimes against civilians in the Gaza Strip, blaming the international community for its inaction on the regime's ongoing atrocities.
- EU mulls putting IRGC on blacklist: Spox IRNA 21 Oct 2024 -- The lead spokesperson for the external affairs of the European Union, Peter Stano, has stated that consultations are still ongoing regarding the designation of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) on the list of so-called "terrorist organizations".
- Iranian Armed Forces always in full readiness: Top IRGC commander IRNA 21 Oct 2024 -- A top commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Quds Force has asserted that the Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic are always in full readiness, amid threats by the Israeli regime to attack Iran.
- Combined IMEX maritime drill shows Iran cannot be isolated: Navy commander Press TV 21 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Navy chief Rear Admiral Shahram Irani says the presence and participation of different countries in the combined Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) Maritime Exercise "IMEX 2024", hosted by Iran, shows that the country cannot be isolated.
- Iran's armed forces at 'peak readiness' to respond to any threat: IRGC general Press TV 21 Oct 2024 -- The deputy commander for coordination of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Quds Force has stressed that Iran's armed forces are fully prepared to respond to any threat, amid heightened regional tensions.
- Iran envoy rejects Russia has withdrawn from Rasht-Astara railway project IRNA 21 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Ambassador to Russia, Kazem Jalali, has dismissed claims that Moscow has withdrawn from the Rasht-Astara railway project.
- Israel arrests 7 settlers, accuses them of carrying out 'tasks' for Iran: Report Press TV 21 Oct 2024 -- Israeli prosecutors say authorities have arrested seven Jewish settlers from the northern part of the occupied territories on charges of carrying out tasks for Iran and gathering information on the regime's strategic installations.
- Qalibaf: Three Persian Gulf islands inseparable part of Iran IRNA 20 Oct 2024 -- Iranian Parliament (Majlis) Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf has reaffirmed Iranian sovereignty over the three Persian Gulf islands of Abu Musa, the Greater Tunb, and the Lesser Tunb, saying that these islands are inseparable parts of the country.
- Hamas Will Not Cease Activities After Sinwar's Death, Iranian Foreign Minister Believes Sputnik 20 Oct 2024 -- The murder of Hamas political chief Yahya Sinwar will not be a reason for the Palestinian movement to cease its activities, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi believes.
- Iran strongly condemns continuous Israeli crimes against Palestinians IRNA 20 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmail Baghaei has strongly condemned the continuous Israeli crimes and brutal acts against the Palestinian people, which he said are being committed in the wake of international inaction.
- Navy cmdr.: Maritime Exercise IMEX 2024 shows Iran won't be isolated IRNA 20 Oct 2024 -- Commander of the Iranian Army's Naval Forces Rear Admiral Shahram Irani has said that the presence and participation of different countries in Maritime Exercise IMEX 2024 hosted by Iran show that the Islamic Republic cannot be isolated.
- 'All targets identified': Iran warns Israel of 'proportionate response' to any attack IRNA 20 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said that Tehran will give a proportionate response to any Israeli attack on Iranian soil, and that it has already identified all targets in the Israeli-occupied territories.
- FM: 'All Israeli targets' identified for retaliation in case regime attacks Iran Press TV 20 Oct 2024 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has warned that Iran has "identified all its targets" in the occupied territories for a retaliatory attack against Israel.
- Iran's Foreign Minister: Targets in Israel Are Set, Retaliation Ready if Attacked Sputnik 20 Oct 2024 -- The Iranian command has identified targets in Israel that will be struck if Israeli forces attack Iran, stated Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi.
- Iran begins construction of border walls along eastern borders IRNA 20 Oct 2024 -- Iran has started building walls across its eastern borders to counter security risks, a commander of the Islamic Republic's Border Guard Police said.
- Iran welcomes progress in Armenia-Azerbaijan peace talks IRNA 19 Oct 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has welcomed the progress in the process of peace negotiations between the Republic of Azerbaijan and Armenia.
- Hamas is alive, will continue its path stronger than before: Iran's FM Press TV 19 Oct 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says the Palestinian resistance movement Hamas is alive and will continue on the same path stronger than before despite the martyrdom of its leader Yahya Sinwar.
- Ayatollah Khamenei: Sinwar was a 'shining figure of resistance, struggle' Press TV 19 Oct 2024 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has praised the late Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar for his significant role in confronting the "aggressive enemy," describing him as a "shining figure" of resistance and struggle.
- Iran warns over 'dangerous participation' of US, UK in Israeli escalation Press TV 19 Oct 2024 -- Iran has strongly condemned joint US-British airstrikes on Yemen amid their military and political support for Israel, saying they attest to the two countries' complicity in the atrocities of the Zionist regime.
- G7 Warns Iran To End Support For Hamas, Hezbollah RFE/RL 19 Oct 2024 -- The world's leading industrial nations warned Iran to stop supporting the Hamas and Hezbollah militant groups and other nonstate actors in the Middle East and to cease actions that are helping to destabilize the region, while Washington also urged Israel to scale back its attacks near Beirut amid ongoing fears of a potential all-out war.
- Iran, Turkey share stance on need to swiftly stop Israel's genocide in Gaza, Lebanon: FM Araghchi Press TV 19 Oct 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Iran and Turkey, as two influential countries in the Muslim world, share a unified position on the urgent need to halt the Israeli regime's genocide in Gaza and Lebanon.
- Maritime Exercise IMEX 2024 kicks off in Iran IRNA 19 Oct 2024 -- The Maritime Exercise "IMEX 2024" has started in Iran to showcase goodwill and capabilities in safeguarding peace, friendship, and maritime security in the region.
- Combined IMEX 2024 naval drill begins in Iran's southern waters Press TV 19 Oct 2024 -- The combined Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) Maritime Exercise "IMEX 2024," has begun in Iran's territorial waters in the Persian Gulf with the participation of various units from several member states and observers.
- FM Araghchi calls region 'powder keg,' says Iran ready for 'any scenario' Press TV 19 Oct 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has warned of the possibility of an ever-expanding war in the West Asia region, describing as a "powder keg" the situation in the strategic area following Israel's heightened escalation in the besieged Gaza Strip and southern Lebanon.
- FM: US should be held accountable for any Israeli attack on Iran Press TV 19 Oct 2024 -- Iran's foreign minister says the United States should be held accountable for any potential Israeli attack on Iran.
- Iran FM says Sinwar sought martyrdom in Gaza IRNA 18 Oct 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said that not only did Martyr Yahya Sinwar not fear death but he also sought martyrdom in Gaza.
- Sinwar spent precious life for Palestinian cause: Iran IRNA 18 Oct 2024 -- The Iranian foreign ministry says Martyr Yahya Sinwar Hamas Leader spent his priceless life in line with the Palestinian cause.
- Iran FM warns against possibility of expansion of war in region IRNA 18 Oct 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has warned against the expansion of war in the region, saying there is a common understanding about the threat of conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon and the critical situation of the displaced.
- 'Legend of anti-Israeli struggle': IRGC chief cmdr. exalts martyred Hamas leader Press TV 18 Oct 2024 -- The chief commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) honors the memory of the Palestinian resistance movement Hamas' martyred Political Bureau Chief, Yahya Sinwar, who was assassinated in a direct clash with the Israeli forces on the battlefield in southern Gaza.
- Iran president: Assassinations of resistance leaders won't weaken fight against Israeli occupation Press TV 18 Oct 2024 -- The assassination of the leaders and commanders of the resistance front will not weaken the Islamic nation's resistance against bullying and occupation, says Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian.
- Iran: Sinwar martyrdom to inspire those who follow path of freedom Press TV 18 Oct 2024 -- Iran says the assassination of Yahya Sinwar, leader of the Palestinian resistance movement Hamas, will become a source of inspiration for the path of resistance.
- Russian, Omani naval flotillas arrive in Iran to take part in IONS Maritime Exercise Press TV 18 Oct 2024 -- Flotillas of Russian and Omani warships have arrived in Iran's territorial waters in the Persian Gulf to participate in the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) Maritime Exercise "IMEX 2024," which will be hosted by the Southern Fleet of the Iranian Navy in the coming days.
- IRGC chief warns Zionist regime of 'painful' retaliation if attacks Iran IRNA 17 Oct 2024 -- Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Hossein Salami has warned the Zionist regime of a "painful" response if they conduct any aggression against Iran.
- Op. True Promise II just warning to Israel, only small part of our power, IRGC chief says Press TV 17 Oct 2024 -- Chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Hossein Salami says Operation True Promise II served just as a warning to Israel, stressing that it was only a small part of Iran's power.
- FM strongly condemns meddlesome EU-GCC statement against Iran Press TV 17 Oct 2024 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi strongly condemns an irrelevant and meddlesome statement issued against Iran at the end of a joint meeting of the heads of state of the European Union (EU) and the Persian Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).
- U.S. Sanctions on Houthi Shipping Network US Dept. of State 17 Oct 2024 -- The United States is today imposing sanctions on five companies and five individuals and identifying eight vessels as blocked property for their ties to the network of Iran-based, Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force-backed, U.S.-designated Houthi financial operative Sa'id al-Jamal.
- Treasury Sanctions Network for Shipping Oil on Behalf of Iran-Backed Houthi Financier US Treasury 17 Oct 2024 -- Today, the Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned eighteen companies, individuals, and vessels for their ties to Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force (IRGC-QF)-backed Houthi financial official Sa'id al-Jamal (al-Jamal) and his network. Included in this action are the captains of vessels transporting illicit oil as well as the companies that managed and operated these ships. The revenue from al-Jamal's network continues to enable Houthi attacks in the region, including missile and unmanned aerial vehicle attacks on Israel and commercial vessels transiting the Red Sea.
- Russia warns Israel against attacking Iran's nuclear sites IRNA 17 Oct 2024 -- Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov has warned the Israeli regime against attacking Iran's nuclear facilities.
- Iran's border security forces allegedly massacre 'dozens' of Afghan migrants VOA 16 Oct 2024 -- Taliban authorities are looking into allegations that dozens of Afghan civilians were killed and injured by Iranian border forces while trying to enter that country from Pakistan illegally.
- Iran 'ready' to give decisive response to any Israeli adventurism: FM tells UN chief Press TV 16 Oct 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has warned of the Islamic Republic's decisive response to any acts of adventurism by the Israeli regime, amid heightened escalation following Tel Aviv's recent assassination of the resistance front's leaders and top commanders.
- Chinese top diplomat holds phone calls with FMs of Israel and Iran, calls for immediate, complete and permanent cease-fire in Gaza Global Times 15 Oct 2024 -- Chinese top diplomat Wang Yi held phone calls with foreign ministers of both Iran and Israel on Monday. China is highly concerned about the tension between Israel and Iran and believes that renewed conflict and turmoil in the region serves the interests of no one, said Wang, calling for an immediate, complete and permanent cease-fire in Gaza and the release of all hostages.
- IRGC says US warships, military bases 'within range', warns of retaliation if provoked Press TV 15 Oct 2024 -- An advisor to the chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has warned the US against committing any "foolish act" vis-à-vis Iran, saying American ships, military bases and interests are "within the reach of our weapons."
- Iran condemns EU, UK sanctions as attempt to divert attention from Israeli genocide Press TV 15 Oct 2024 -- Iran has condemned new sanctions by the European Union and the United Kingdom against the Islamic Republic as an attempt to divert public attention from the Israeli genocide of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip and the warmongering acts of the Zionist regime.
- EU imposes sanctions on Iranian individuals, entities over Russia ties Press TV 14 Oct 2024 -- Foreign ministers from the European Union have approved new sanctions against seven Iranian individuals and seven entities, including flagship carrier Iran Air, under the pretext of claims the country has delivered ballistic missiles to Russia for use in the Ukraine war.
- Iran intelligence forces arrest two terror teams in southeastern province Press TV 14 Oct 2024 -- Iranian intelligence forces have identified and arrested two teams associated with a notorious terrorist group as they were seeking to carry out terrorist and destabilizing activities in the southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan.
- Iran says will activate 'all capacities' to punish Israel for IRGC general assassination Press TV 14 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry says the Islamic Republic will make use of all its capacities to hold Israel to account for the assassination of senior Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) commander Brigadier General Abbas Nilforoushan in Beirut's southern suburbs late last month.
- EU Approves New Sanctions On Iran Over Missile Transfers To Russia RFE/RL 14 Oct 2024 -- Foreign ministers from the European Union have approved new sanctions against seven individuals and seven entities linked to Iran after Kyiv's Western allies accused Tehran of sending ballistic missiles to Russia to aid in its full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
- UK announces sanctions against Iranian military figures and organisations following attack on Israel UK FCDO 14 Oct 2024 -- The UK announces sanctions against Iranian individuals and organisations following Iran's continued dangerous and destabilising activity across the Middle East.
- Iran has not provided ballistic missiles to Russia: FM Press TV 13 Oct 2024 -- Iran has once again rejected claims about supplying Russia with ballistic missiles amid reports that the European Union will use the accusations as a pretext to impose sanctions against the Islamic Republic.
- U.S. imposes sanctions on Iran over missile attack against Israel People's Daily 12 Oct 2024 -- The United States announced Friday sanctions targeting Iran's energy trade in light of the Oct. 1 ballistic missile attack launched by the country against Israel.
- US imposes fresh sanctions on Iran over its retaliatory operation against Israel Press TV 12 Oct 2024 -- The US has imposed new sanctions on Iran's oil and petrochemicals sectors in reaction to the Islamic Republic's recent retaliatory missile attacks against Israeli targets.
- Iran strongly condemns Israel's 'deliberate' attack on UN peacekeepers in Lebanon Press TV 11 Oct 2024 -- Iran has condemned in the strongest terms a "deliberate" attack by the Israeli regime on the headquarters of the United Nations peacekeeping force in southern Lebanon.
- IRGC says body of senior cmdr. Nilforoushan found after martyrdom in Beirut in late Sept. Press TV 11 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has announced discovery of the body of Brigadier General Abbas Nilforoushan, who was martyred during Israeli aggression against the Lebanese capital Beirut late last month.
- Pezeshkian, Putin hail 'strategic' ties between Iran and Russia Press TV 11 Oct 2024 -- President Vladimir Putin has told his Iranian counterpart Masoud Pezeshkian that relations with Iran are a priority for Russia and these relations are developing successfully.
- U.S. Issues Fresh Sanctions On Iran In Response To Attack On Israel RFE/RL 11 Oct 2024 -- The United States on October 11 issued additional sanctions targeting Iran's oil industry in response to its October 1 attack on Israel, the Treasury Department said.
- Russian, Iranian Presidents Meet As War Rages In Middle East RFE/RL 11 Oct 2024 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin used a meeting with his Iranian counterpart, Masud Pezeshkian, to cement their growing bilateral ties that have raised concern in the West as war rages in Ukraine and the Middle East.
- State Department Sanctions and Identification of the Petroleum and Petrochemical Sectors of Iran's Economy US Dept. of State 11 Oct 2024 -- In the aftermath of Iran's unprecedented October 1 attack against Israel, the United States made clear that we would impose consequences on Iran for its actions. To that end, we are taking steps today to disrupt the flow of revenue the Iranian regime uses to fund its nuclear program and missile development, support terrorist proxies and partners, and perpetuate conflict throughout the Middle East.
- Sanctioning Entities That Have Traded in Iran's Petroleum US Dept. of State 11 Oct 2024 -- The Iranian regime continues to fuel conflict in the Middle East, most recently evidenced by its reckless October 1 missile attack on Israel. Today, the United States is taking action to stem the flow of revenue that the regime uses to support terrorism abroad, as well as to oppress its own people. The
- Treasury Expands Targeted Sanctions on Iranian Petroleum and Petrochemical Sectors in Response to Attack on Israel US Treasury 11 Oct 2024 -- Today, the United States is expanding sanctions on Iran's petroleum and petrochemical sectors in response to Iran's October 1 attack on Israel, its second direct attack on Israel this year. This action intensifies financial pressure on Iran, limiting the regime's ability to earn critical energy revenues to undermine stability in the region and attack U.S. partners and allies.
- Statement from National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan on Expansion of Sanctions on Iran Following Attack on Israel The White House 11 Oct 2024
- Iran, Oman hold joint ground, naval drills IRNA 10 Oct 2024 -- The ground and naval forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran as well as the Army and Navy of Oman have held two separate joint military exercises.
- Iran, Oman hold joint naval drills in Indian Ocean, Strait of Hormuz Press TV 10 Oct 2024 -- Iran and Oman have held a joint maritime rescue and relief exercise involving the naval forces of both countries in the Indian Ocean and the Strait of Hormuz.
- Iran will never give up on its support for resistance: FM Araghchi IRNA 10 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has reiterated his country's unwavering support for the regional Axis of Resistance, saying it will be limited not only to political and diplomatic levels but Tehran will do whatever is necessary for them.
- Iranian officials, analysts warn of "stronger strike" in response to potential Israeli retaliation People's Daily 10 Oct 2024 -- Iranian officials and analysts are signaling that any significant Israeli action against Iran would trigger a more forceful response than the recent missile strike, as regional tensions escalate amid Israeli operations in Lebanon.
- Iran's retaliatory missile operation only 'mapping' of future fatal blows to Israel: Senior IRGC advisor Press TV 10 Oct 2024 -- An advisor to the chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says Iran's recent retaliatory missile attack against Israel was only the "mapping" of fatal blows that the Islamic Republic would deal to the occupying regime in the future.
- No IRGC advisor martyred in recent Israeli raid in Syria: Senior commander IRNA 09 Oct 2024 -- The deputy commander for communications of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Quds Force has said that no IRGC military advisor was martyred in Israeli airstrikes targeting the Syrian capital last night.
- Iran's foreign minister holds 'constructive' talks with Saudi counterpart Press TV 09 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has held constructive discussions with his Saudi counterpart Prince Faisal bin Farhan in Riyadh.
- Iranian officials, analysts warn of "stronger strike" in response to potential Israeli retaliation People's Daily 10 Oct 2024 -- Iranian officials and analysts are signaling that any significant Israeli action against Iran would trigger a more forceful response than the recent missile strike, as regional tensions escalate amid Israeli operations in Lebanon.
- No way other than honorable resistance to restore right of Palestinians to self-determination: Iran FM spokesman IRNA 08 Oct 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmail Baqaei Hamaneh said that over past year everyone has come to the conclusion that there is no other way than honorable resistance to restore the right to self-determination of the Palestinians and the right to live a dignified and peaceful life.
- Pezeshkian: US, Europe support 'savage' Israeli regime, stay silent on genocide Press TV 08 Oct 2024 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has slammed the United States and European countries for supporting the "savage" regime of Israel which is committing massacres in Gaza and across West Asia.
- Dual U.S. and Iranian Citizen Arrested for Unlawful Scheme to Violate and Evade U.S. Sanctions Against Iran US Dept. of Justice 08 Oct 2024 -- Kambiz Eghbali, also known as Cameron Eghbali, 50, of Los Angeles, was arrested yesterday pursuant to a now-unsealed indictment charging him, along with Hamid Hajipour and Babak Bahizad, both Iranian nationals, with violations of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, conspiracy to commit bank fraud, and conspiracy to commit money laundering. Bahizad and Hajipour remain at large.
- Iran FM to Israel: Do not test Iranian nation's resolve IRNA 08 Oct 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has advised the Zionist regime not to test the determination of the Iranian nation.
- Araghchi warns Israel not to test Iran's will, says bank of targets ready Press TV 08 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warns the Zionist regime against testing Tehran's resolve, saying Tel Aviv is fully aware of the wide-range of targets inside Israel that are within the reach of Iranian missiles.
- Global oil traders anxiously await Israel's expected strikes on Iran VOA 08 Oct 2024 -- International oil traders have been anxiously watching for Israel's expected military response to Iran's latest rocket attack, with prices rising and dipping according to the latest guesses on whether Israel will target Iran's oil infrastructure and how Tehran might respond.
- US bulletin says Iranian hackers targeting political campaigns VOA 08 Oct 2024 -- Iranian hackers looking to undermine confidence in next month's U.S. elections are prowling for victims, putting a premium on anyone working for American political campaigns, according to a new warning from U.S. officials.
- Al-Aqsa storm was turning point in history of struggle of Palestinian people against occupation: Iran foreign ministry IRNA 07 Oct 2024 -- Iran's foreign ministry in a statement issued on the occasion of the anniversary of the Al-Aqsa storm operation described the operation as a turning point in the history of the legitimate struggle of the Palestinian people against the occupation and oppression of the Zionist regime.
- Iran: Operation al-Aqsa Flood 'turning point' in Palestinian fight against Israel Press TV 07 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry says Operation al-Aqsa Flood against Israel was a "turning point" in the history of the Palestinian people's legitimate fight against the Tel Aviv regime's occupation and oppression.
- Iran: Security Council's inaction on Israel's warmongering endangers regional stability Press TV 07 Oct 2024 -- The spokesman for Iran's Foreign Ministry says inaction of the United Nations Security Council on the Israeli regime's warmongering is seriously endangering stability in the region.
- Putin To Meet Iranian President As War Rages In Middle East RFE/RL 07 Oct 2024 -- Vladimir Putin plans to meet with his Iranian counterpart, Masud Pezeshkian, this week amid fears the crisis in the Middle East threatens to spin out of control.
- IRGC Quds Force chief 'safe and sound': Senior commander IRNA 07 Oct 2024 -- Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Quds Force, Brigadier General Esmaeil Qa'ani is in good health and is busy carrying out his mission, a senior commander of the IRGC Quds Force has stated.
- Commander of IRGC Quds Force 'in good health', says high-ranking Iranian general Press TV 07 Oct 2024 -- The deputy commander for coordination of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Quds Force says the chief commander of the elite force Brigadier General Esmail Qaani is in good health and is performing his duties as usual.
- Iran determined to crush heinous plots of Zionists in region: IRGC chief IRNA 07 Oct 2024 -- Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Hossein Salami says Iran is resolved to crush heinous plots of Zionists in the region.
- Army chief warns Israel of Iran's 'stronger, more destructive' response to any mistake Press TV 07 Oct 2024 -- The chief commander of the Iranian Army says the Islamic Republic will give a "stronger and more destructive" response to Israel if it makes the mistake of reacting to Iran's recent retaliatory operation against the regime.
- Iran will give 'strong response' to new Israeli aggression: FM IRNA 07 Oct 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says the Islamic Republic does not seek an expansion of conflict in the region, but it will give a "strong and appropriate response" to any new act of aggression by the Israeli regime.
- Iran warns Israel not to overstep the line, asserts 'will never back down' on its rights Press TV 07 Oct 2024 -- Iran's government spokeswoman Fatemeh Mohajerani says Tehran will never back down on defending its national interests, warning Israel not to overstep the line.
- Iran condemns 'unlawful' US, UK airstrikes on Yemen Press TV 06 Oct 2024 -- Iran has condemned in the strongest terms the latest round of joint airstrikes by American and British forces against targets in Yemen, stating that the aerial attacks are in flagrant violation of the United Nations Charter and international law.
- Iran strongly condemns US-UK aggression against Yemen IRNA 06 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei Hamaneh has strongly condemned yet another attacks launched by the United States and Britain on Yemen as part of their efforts to protect the Zionist regime and its interest in the West Asia region.
- US Offers Israel 'Compensation' for Avoiding Attacks on Some Iranian Targets - Reports Sputnik 06 Oct 2024 -- The administration of US President Joe Biden has offered Israel a "compensation package" if it refrains from striking some Iranian targets in response to the recent missile attack on the Jewish state, Israeli state broadcaster Kan reported on Sunday.
- Iran's retaliatory attacks against Israel 'among largest in history': Netanyahu Press TV 05 Oct 2024 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has described the retaliatory attacks that Iran has carried out against the occupied Palestinian territories as being "among the largest in history."
- Netanyahu Vows to Defeat 'Iranian Proxies' Without Help of Nations Mulling Arms Embargo Sputnik 06 Oct 2024 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed his confidence on Saturday that Israel would defeat so-called 'pro-Iranian forces' in the region without the help of the Western countries that consider imposing an arms embargo on the Jewish state.
- 'Iran plans to sue US on November 3 for not complying with Algiers Treaty' IRNA 06 Oct 2024 -- Deputy Commander of the IRGC for Coordination General Mohammad Reza Naqdi has stated that the Islamic Republic of Iran plans to file a lawsuit against the United States on November 3 for failing to comply with the Algiers Treaty regarding the return of Iran's assets.
- IRGC plays important role in oil facilities' security: Oil minister IRNA 06 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Oil Minister Mohsen Paknezhad has highlighted the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC)'s role in ensuring the security of the country's oil facilities.
- Iran's response plan for Israeli aggression 'fully ready': Report Press TV 06 Oct 2024 -- The Islamic Republic's plan for a response to the Israeli regime's potential strikes on the country is "fully ready," and will be "decisively" implemented in case of aggression, according to an informed source in Iran's Armed Forces.
- IRGC Navy chief: Iran ready for 'any situation' against Israel Press TV 06 Oct 2024 -- The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy has highlighted the readiness of the Iranian Armed Forces to counter enemies, including Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu, saying they have plans in place for all fighting scenarios.
- Iran to build wall at western border within 3 years: General IRNA 06 Oct 2024 -- Kordestan's Border Guard commander has said that the construction of a wall at Iran's western borders will be complete within three years.
- Iran captures terrorists behind deadly attack on police forces in Sistan and Baluchestan Press TV 06 Oct 2024 -- Iranian security forces have arrested the two terrorists involved in a deadly shooting attack on two police officers in the country's southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan more than a year ago.
- Iran to launch Kowsar satellite soon: Official IRNA 05 Oct 2024 -- Head of the Iranian Space Agency (ISA) Hassan Salariyeh has announced that Iran will launch and put into orbit its Kowsar observation satellite soon.
- Iran to launch three indigenous remote-sensing satellites into space by yearend: Official Press TV 05 Oct 2024 -- The head of the Iranian Space Agency (ISA) says the country plans to launch three homegrown remote-sensing satellites into orbit by the end of the current Iranian calendar year, which ends on March 20, 2025.
- Netanyahu Says Israel Has Right, Duty to Respond to Iranian Missile Attack Sputnik 05 Oct 2024 -- Israel has the right and the duty to respond to Iran's recent attack, and it will do so, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Saturday.
- Satellite images indicate Iran's missiles hit Israeli bases: WSJ IRNA 05 Oct 2024 -- The Wall Street Journal says that based on the satellite images and available videos of Iran's missile response to the Zionist regime, at least 22 Iranian long-range ballistic missiles passed through the Israeli air defense systems on Tuesday night and hit its military bases.
- IDF Admits Iranian Missiles Hit Two Israeli Air Bases Sputnik 05 Oct 2024 -- Despite the missile strikes, an Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) spokesman stressed that Israel's operational readiness remains unaffected.
- Iran's missiles can reach any point in occupied Palestine: Cmdr IRNA 05 Oct 2024 -- A commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps in Qazvin province, Brigadier General Hossein Mohammad Shafiei, has said that Iran's missiles can reach any point in occupied Palestine.
- Iran oil minister says not worried about crises created by enemies IRNA 05 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Petroleum Minister Mohsen Paknezhad has said that he is not worried about the crises created by enemies of the Islamic Republic.
- Iran's minister tours southern oil facilities despite Israel's threats Press TV 05 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad has dismissed threats of a potential Israeli attack on the country's oil facilities after he toured energy production installations in the south of the country.
- FM: Iran's response to any Israeli aggression will be stronger IRNA 05 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says his country will give a stronger response to any act of aggression by the Israeli regime against the Islamic Republic.
- Iran's response to any Israeli aggression will be stronger: FM IRNA 05 Oct 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said that Iran's response to any Israeli aggression will be stronger and harsher.
- Iran's response to any Israeli aggression will be stronger: FM Press TV 05 Oct 2024 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Iran will give a "stronger" response to any Israeli attack, saying the regime can once again test the Islamic Republic's will.
- Paying ransom to Zionist regime leads to more bullying by them: Iran IRNA 05 Oct 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmail Baqaei Hamaneh Bullies are self-centered and know no bounds in evil. Paying attention to bullying only leads to more bullying.
- Iran looking for a strong region: FM Araghchi IRNA 05 Oct 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has highlighted Iran's constant efforts to create a strong region through regional cooperation.
- Pezeshkian: Tehran reaches understanding with Doha on 6 billion dollars of Iran's assets in Qatar IRNA 05 Oct 2024 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian announced that he has reached a good understanding during his visit to Qatar on the 6 billion dollars of Iranian assets in Qatar after the meeting of the governors of the central banks of the two countries and the conversation with the Emir of Qatar.
- Iran says will continue supporting Syria, resistance to counter Israel Press TV 05 Oct 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Tehran will continue to provide full support for Syria and the resistance front to counter Israel's occupation and warmongering in the region.
- Iranian FM in Syria after 'important negotiations' in Lebanon Press TV 05 Oct 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says there are initiatives for a ceasefire in the besieged Gaza Strip and Lebanon, expressing hope that they come to fruition amid the Israeli regime's continuation of crimes and massacres.
- Iran captures three Daesh members seeking to carry out terrorist attack Press TV 05 Oct 2024 -- Iranian law enforcement forces have arrested three members of the Daesh Takfiri terrorist group in the country's northern province of Mazandaran, thwarting their plot to carry out an act of terror.
- US daily verifies major damage inflicted on Israeli bases by Iran missiles Press TV 04 Oct 2024 -- The Washington Post confirms that several Israeli military and "security" facilities were seriously damaged by missiles fired by Iran during a recent retaliatory operation.
- Israel Prepares 'Serious and Significant' Response to Iran's Missile Strikes Sputnik 05 Oct 2024 -- The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) is planning a serious and major retaliation to Iran's attack and hopes for assistance from partners in the region, the Israeli Army Radio broadcaster reported on Saturday, citing sources familiar with the matter.
- Biden: Israel has not yet decided on response to Iran VOA 04 Oct 2024 -- U.S. President Joe Biden said Friday that Israel has not yet decided how it will respond to Iran's missile attack, adding it should consider not hitting Iran's oil fields.
- U.S. Advises Israel Against Hitting Iranian Oil Fields RFE/RL 04 Oct 2024 -- U.S. President Joe Biden said on October 4 there had been no decision yet on what type of response Israel should mount against Iran but advised against striking Iran's oil facilities.
- US Has No Intention to Participate in Potential Israeli Strikes on Iran - Reports Sputnik 04 Oct 2024 -- The United States is not expected to take part in Israel's possible retaliatory strikes against Iran, the Financial Times reported on Friday.
- Tehran Will Strike Israeli Refineries, Gas Fields If Israel Attacks Iran - IRGC Sputnik 04 Oct 2024 -- Tehran will strike Israeli refineries, gas fields if Israel attack Iran, deputy commander in the Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), Ali Fadavi, said on Friday.
- Iran to destroy all Israel gas fields, power plants at once if Tel Aviv makes mistake: Deputy IRGC chief Press TV 04 Oct 2024 -- Iran will simultaneously destroy all of Israel's energy facilities if the regime attempts any new aggression against Iran, warns IRGC's deputy-in-command.
- Iran, Qatar reach 'good understanding' on $6bn unfrozen funds, says Pezeshkian Press TV 04 Oct 2024 -- President Masoud Pezeshkian says Iran has reached a "good understanding" with Qatar on the $6 billion in Iranian funds that are being withheld by Doha after their release from South Korean banks.
- Iranian Supreme Leader Calls Tehran's Missile Strike on Israel Legitimate Sputnik 04 Oct 2024 -- The Palestinian people have the right to defend their land, and providing them with assistance is lawful, as are the actions of the Iranian armed forces during the recent missile attack on Israel, Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei said in a rare sermon on Friday.
- Iran's supreme leader defends missile attack on Israel VOA 04 Oct 2024 -- In a rare appearance at Friday prayers, Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, said the country and its regional proxies will not back down against Israel, hours after an Israeli attack on Beirut thought to have targeted the heir apparent to Tehran-backed Hezbollah's slain secretary general.
- Massive Explosions Rock Beirut; Biden Says Hitting Iran's Oil Sector Under Discussion RFE/RL 03 Oct 2024 -- Multiple explosions from Israeli air strikes rocked the suburbs of Beirut late on October 3 as the United States said it is discussing strikes on Iran's oil facilities as retaliation for Tehran's missile attack on Israel earlier this week.
- Iran will support resistance groups to free Palestine: Pezeshkian IRNA 03 Oct 2024 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has said the Islamic Republic considers it a duty to support the resistance movements fighting for liberation of Palestine.
- Iran will continue to support 'strong tree' of resistance until Palestine liberation: President Pezeshkian Press TV 03 Oct 2024 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says the Islamic Republic will continue to support the "strong tree" of resistance groups until Palestine is liberated.
- IRGC announces martyrdom of military advisor in Syria Press TV 03 Oct 2024 -- The Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has announced the martyrdom of Majid Divani in an Israeli airstrike in Syria.
- Iran op. caused great damage to Nevatim Airbase: Israeli paper IRNA 03 Oct 2024 -- Iran's retaliatory operation has caused "serious damage" in one of Israel's largest air bases, according to the Zionist regime's media.
- Israel photoshops images of military bases hit by Iran missiles IRNA 03 Oct 2024 -- In the aftermath of Iran's massive missile response to Israeli military bases, international satellite images are beginning to surface, showing the extent of the damage inflicted.
- Satellite images reveal Iran's massive missile attack damaged Israel's F-35 airbase Press TV 03 Oct 2024 -- Satellite images of an aircraft hangar at a key Israeli military airbase for US-made F-35 fighter jets show a large hole in the roof after Iran launched a massive barrage of ballistic missiles against the occupying regime's bases.
- Pentagon Declines to Comment on Whether Iranian Oil Facilities Are Potential Targets Sputnik 03 Oct 2024 -- Pentagon Deputy Press Secretary Sabrina Singh on Thursday declined to comment on whether Iranian oil facilities would be potential targets in an expected Israeli strike on Iran.
- Iran will give 'more crushing' response to Israel if it commits 'slightest' mistake: President Pezeshkian Press TV 03 Oct 2024 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says Tehran will definitely give a "stronger and more crushing" response to Israel if it commits the "slightest" mistake.
- Slightest mistake by Israel to be met with crushing response: Pezeshkian IRNA 03 Oct 2024 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has said that Tuesday's missile strike was a response to the ongoing atrocities by the Israeli regime, warning that the slightest mistake by Tel Aviv would provoke an even stronger and more crushing retaliation.
- Iran slams G7's 'irresponsible' statement on 'necessary response' to Israel Press TV 03 Oct 2024 -- Iran has condemned the Group of Seven (G7)'s "biased and irresponsible" approach toward the developments in West Asia, including Tehran's "necessary response" to Israel's acts of aggression.
- Iranians Fear 'War Is Coming' After Tehran's Missile Attack On Israel RFE/RL 03 Oct 2024 -- Hundreds of people celebrated on the streets of Tehran after Iran launched its biggest-ever attack on Israel on October 1.
- Terrorist network southeastern Iran dismantled IRNA 03 Oct 2024 -- The intelligence and security agencies of Iran's Sistan and Baluchestan have succeeded in dismantling a terrorist network operating in the province.
- Israel's retaliation threat prompts lines at Iran's gas station, day-long airspace closure VOA 03 Oct 2024 -- Israel's vow to make Iran pay a price for carrying out a large-scale missile strike on the Jewish state has prompted panic buying of gasoline in major Iranian cities and a day-long suspension of commercial flights in Iranian airspace.
- Iran FM: Israeli crimes driving region to brink of serious crisis IRNA 02 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said that Israel's assault on Gaza, which began in October last year, coupled with the regime's aggressive expansion into the West Bank, is driving the region to the brink of a serious crisis.
- Israeli killing machine must be stopped in West Asia, FM tells Human Rights Council Press TV 02 Oct 2024 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has urged the international community to work earnestly and relentlessly towards stopping the Israeli regime's deadly atrocities in the West Asia region.
- Iran Braces For Major Blowback After Biggest-Ever Attack On Israel RFE/RL 02 Oct 2024 -- Iran fired nearly 200 ballistic missiles at Israel, Tehran's largest-ever direct attack on its archenemy.
- Iran Showed Restraint for Two Months Amid Israeli Attacks - Russian UN Envoy Sputnik 02 Oct 2024 -- The 17th edition of the India-Germany Military Cooperation Sub Group (MCSG) meeting was held from 01-02 Oct 24 at Berlin, Germany.
- Iranian President Vows 'Harsher Response' If Israel Retaliates Against Tehran RFE/RL 02 Oct 2024 -- Iranian President Masud Pezeshkian said on October 2 that he is not seeking war but warned Israel against retaliating against Iran's missile attack the day before, promising a strong response from Tehran to any further Israeli actions amid growing fears of a wider regional conflict.
- Op. True Promise II proved Israel's Iron Dome 'more fragile than glass': Iran president Press TV 02 Oct 2024 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says the Islamic Republic's retaliatory operation against Israel, dubbed Operation True Promise II, proved that the occupying regime's Iron Dome missile interception system is "more fragile than glass."
- Iran eyes on expanding security, peace: Pezeshkian IRNA 02 Oct 2024 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized that the Islamic Republic of Iran aims to establish security and peace.
- Zionists will receive more crushing response if they make any mistake: President Pezeshkian IRNA 02 Oct 2024 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says the Israeli regime will receive a more crushing response if it makes any mistake.
- 'Operation True Promise II' more than 90% successful: Iran defense minister Press TV 02 Oct 2024 -- Iran's defense minister says the Islamic Republic's retaliatory operation against the Israeli regime, dubbed Operation True Promise II, has been more than 90% successful.
- 'Operation True Promise 2 shows small portion of Iran's defense capabilities' IRNA 02 Oct 2024 -- The Ministry of Defense of Iran has announced that Operation 'True Promise 2' represented only a small portion of Iran's defense capabilities.
- Iran will respond decisively if Israel reacts to missile operation: Defense minister IRNA 02 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Defense Minister Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh says the Islamic Republic will respond decisively if the Israeli regime reacts to the country's recent missile response.
- Iran to respond more severely if Zionist crimes continued: Top cmdr. IRNA 02 Oct 2024 -- Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran Major General Mohammad Bagheri, while giving the details about anti-Israeli operation dubbed "Wadeh Sadeq 2 or True Promise 2" said that three military bases of the Zionist regime were targeted on Tuesday evening.
- 'Definite destruction': Iran's Army chief warns Israel against keeping up its evil acts Press TV 02 Oct 2024 -- The chief commander of the Iranian Army has warned the Israeli regime about facing "definite destruction" in the event of continuing its evil acts.
- Iran says warned US against interference during missile op against Israel Press TV 02 Oct 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says the country warned the United States against any interference during the Islamic Republic's retaliatory operation against Israel, stressing that any potential response by the Israeli regime and its supporters will be met with a more severe one.
- Iran's anti-Israel operation was act of self-defense: FM IRNA 02 Oct 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has discussed the missile operation carried out by the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) against Israel, stressing the Islamic Republic only acted in self-defense.
- Iran FM says stability in region expected in coming days IRNA 02 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Abbas Araghchi, has said that stability is expected to be established in the region in the coming days.
- Iran's operation against Israel in self-defense under UN charter: FM IRNA 02 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has emphasized that the Islamic Republic's operation against Zionist military and security bases were an act of self-defense, warning of country's stronger and more powerful response if the Israeli regime retaliates further.
- 'Missile operation against Zionist regime in line with Iran's legitimate self-defense' IRNA 02 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry has issued a statement on an operation by the country's armed forces against Israel, saying it considers missile strikes on military and security facilities of the Zionist regime were in line with the Islamic Republic's inherent right of legitimate defense and in response to the aggressive actions of this regime.
- Acts of adventurism against Iran's sovereignty 'won't go unanswered': FM spox Press TV 02 Oct 2024 -- The Iranian foreign ministry spokesman has warned that any acts of adventurism against the Islamic Republic's sovereignty and territorial integrity will not go unanswered.
- Iran's Foreign Minister on Missile Strike on Israel: Tehran Warned US Not to Interfere Sputnik 02 Oct 2024 -- Tehran has sent Sweden a message for Washington saying that Iran's missile attack on Israel on October 1 was Iran's right to self-defense, while the Iranian side has separately warned the US not to interfere, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Wednesday.
- Iran to respond strongly to any party acting in support of Israel: FM Press TV 02 Oct 2024 -- Iran will respond strongly to any country that takes action in support of the Zionist regime following the Iranian retaliation against the regime, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says.
- Iran delivers on its promises: Spox warns Israel IRNA 02 Oct 2024 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani has warned the Zionist regime and its supporters that Iran acts decisively in delivering on its promises.
- Iran: Missile operation against Israel 'necessary response' to regime's terrorist acts IRNA 02 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the UN Amir Saied Iravani says his country's missile operation against Israeli military and security positions was a necessary and proportionate response to the regime's continued terrorist acts over the past two months.
- Iran warns of more decisive response to Zionist regime's terrorism IRNA 02 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations says Iran's action against Israel was in line with the inherent right of legitimate defense, under Article 51 of the United Nations Charter and in response to the aggressive actions of the Zionist regime.
- Iran's missile attack necessary response to Israel's terrorist activities in past two months: UN envoy Press TV 02 Oct 2024 -- Iran's ambassador to the United Nations says the Islamic Republic's ballistic missile attack against Israel was a necessary response to the occupying regime's terrorist activities during the past two months.
- Iranian officials react to IRGC operation against Zionist regime IRNA 02 Oct 2024 -- Senior Iranian military and government officials have hailed a retaliatory operation by the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) against the Zionist regime over its repeated aggressive actions.
- 'Operation True Promise II' shattered Israel's security myth, says Iranian parliament speaker Press TV 02 Oct 2024 -- The speaker for the Iranian parliament has praised the Islamic Republic's retaliatory attack dubbed Operation True Promise II against the occupied territories, stating that the strike shattered the Tel Aviv regime's security myth.
- Terrible explosions occur in military bases of Zionist regime following Iran's missile attack IRNA 02 Oct 2024 -- The Israeli regime's media reported the occurrence of massive explosions in several military bases of the regime as a result of Iranian missiles.
- INDIAN NAVY'S FIRST TRAINING SQUADRON VISITS BANDER ABBAS, IRAN India PIB 01 Oct 2024 -- The ships of the First Training Squadron (1TS) - INS Tir, INS Shardul and ICGS Veera arrived at the port city of Bandar Abbas, Iran as part of long range training deployment in the Persian Gulf
- Statement by PM Netanyahu Israel - Prime Minister 01 Oct 2024
- Israel says Iran's rulers made 'big mistake' in large-scale ballistic missile attack VOA 01 Oct 2024 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Iran's Islamist rulers had made a "big mistake" by staging a large-scale missile attack on his nation Tuesday and warned they "will pay for it."
- Statement by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III on Iran's Missile Strikes Against Israel DoD 01 Oct 2024 -- "Today, U.S. forces in the Middle East intercepted multiple missiles launched by Iran toward Israel, as we fulfilled our commitment to partner with Israel in its defense."
- Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Call With Israeli Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant DoD 01 Oct 2024
- Iran: Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the EU on the Iranian attack against Israel EC/CEU 01 Oct 2024
- Iran Launches Massive Ballistic Missile Attack On Israel RFE/RL 01 Oct 2024 -- Iran launched a massive ballistic missile attack at Israel on October 1 in retaliation for Israel's campaign against Lebanon's Hezbollah in a new escalation of the conflict between Israel and the Iran-backed militant group.
- Analysts expect strong Israel reaction to Iran attack, uncertain of wider conflict VOA 01 Oct 2024 -- Iran's brazen missile attack on Israel has heightened tensions across the Middle East, with some analysts predicting a powerful Israeli response.
- Back-to-back explosions in Tel Aviv after Iran's missile attacks IRNA 01 Oct 2024 -- Witnesses heard several back-to-back explosions in the Israeli regime's capital of Tel Aviv after Iran fired dozens of missiles at targets in the occupied Palestine.
- Loud explosion heard in Tel Aviv IRNA 01 Oct 2024 -- The Israeli media have reported a loud explosion in Tel Aviv in the early hours of Tuesday.
- Netanyahu and ministers go into hiding as Iranian missiles pound occupied territories Press TV 01 Oct 2024 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and a group of his war cabinet ministers have slipped inside an underground hideout as Iranian missiles pound the occupied Palestinian territories.
- Supreme Leader condoles death of IRGC commander martyred along Nasrallah IRNA 01 Oct 2024 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has offered his condolences on the martyrdom of a senior Iranian military commander in an Israeli attack on southern Beirut last week.
- Nasrallah transformed Resistance into global security-making phenomenon: Iran official Press TV 01 Oct 2024 -- The Secretary of Iran's Strategic Council on Foreign Relations says Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah expanded the concept of Resistance beyond Gaza and Lebanon.
- Iran-China ties 'deep, stable, strategic,' says President Pezeshkian Press TV 01 Oct 2024 -- President Masoud Pezeshkian of Iran says the traditional friendship between the Iranian and Chinese nations has evolved into "deep, stable, and strategic" relations.
- IRGC's second statement: Strategic centers of occupied territories were targeted; 90% of missiles hit the targets successfully IRNA 02 Oct 2024 -- In its second announcement after the missile attack on the Zionist regime, the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) announced that it targeted strategic centers inside the occupied territories with missiles made by sons of Islamic Iran.
- Iran's IRGC fires dozens of missiles at Israeli regime IRNA 01 Oct 2024 -- Iranian retaliation against Israel has begun as ballistic missiles fired by the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) at the occupied Palestinian lands (Israeli regime) on Tuesday evening.
- Iran's patience ran out after Nasrallah, Nilforoushan's assassination: Top general Press TV 01 Oct 2024 -- Iran's top military general says the country exercised self-restraint after the Israeli regime's aggression against the country in July but ran out of patience following its assassination of Hezbollah's secretary general and a top Iranian commander.
- Iran to respond more severely if Zionist crimes continued: Top cmdr. IRNA 02 Oct 2024 -- Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran Major General Mohammad Bagheri, while giving the details about anti-Israeli operation dubbed "Wadeh Sadeq 2 or True Promise 2" said that three military bases of the Zionist regime were targeted on Tuesday evening.
- Iran UN mission: In case of new evil by Israel, Tehran's response will be devastating IRNA 01 Oct 2024 -- Iran's mission to the United Nations announced about the new missile response to the Zionist regime that "if the Zionist regime reacts with new evil, the next and devastating response will follow".
- Iran's foreign ministry hails 'responsible' retaliation, warns Israel against provocations Press TV 01 Oct 2024 -- The Foreign Ministry has hailed Iran's "responsible" retaliation to the Israeli regime's litany of acts of aggression against the Islamic Republic and other regional countries.
- Iran's operation against Israel in self-defense under UN charter: FM IRNA 02 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has emphasized that the Islamic Republic's operation against Zionist military and security bases were an act of self-defense, warning of country's stronger and more powerful response if the Israeli regime retaliates further.
- 'Missile attack against Zionist regime in line with Iran's legitimate self-defense' IRNA 02 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry has issued a statement on an operation by the country's armed forces against Israel, saying it considers missile strikes on military and security facilities of the Zionist regime were in line with the Islamic Republic's inherent right of legitimate defense and in response to the aggressive actions of this regime.
- Iran 'exercised self-defense' under UN Charter by targeting Israeli military sites: FM Press TV 01 Oct 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says the country exercised "self-defense" under Article 21 of the United Nations Charter by targeting military sites in the occupied territories on Tuesday.
- Iran's defense minister vows 'far more severe' reprisal if Israel attacks again Press TV 01 Oct 2024 -- Iran's defense minister has vowed that the country would serve the Israeli regime with a "far more severe" reprisal if the regime chose to respond to the Islamic Republic's recent retaliation against Tel Aviv's acts of aggression.
- Qalibaf: Only a part of Iran's military might shown to Israeli enemy Press TV 01 Oct 2024 -- Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf says the Islamic Republic has shown just a part of its might in its missile retaliation against the Israeli regime.
- President Pezeshkian: 'Decisive response was given to Israeli aggression' Press TV 01 Oct 2024 -- "A decisive response was given to the Zionist regime's aggression," President Masoud Pezeshkian of Iran says.
- Leader offers condolences over martyrdom of top general Press TV 01 Oct 2024 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has extended his condolences over the martyrdom of Brigadier General Abbas Nilforushan, the Deputy Commander for Operations of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC).
- Iranian officials react to IRGC operation against Zionist regime IRNA 02 Oct 2024 -- Senior Iranian military and government officials have hailed a retaliatory operation by the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) against the Zionist regime over its repeated aggressive actions.
- 'When Iran Is Finally Freed': Netanyahu's Video Message Goes Viral On Persian Social Media RFE/RL 01 Oct 2024 -- Shortly before Israel launched its ground operation into southern Lebanon aimed at disrupting the operations of Iran-backed Hezbollah militants, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu released a video message to the people of Iran.
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