January 2025 - Iran Special Weapons News

Freeing Iran's frozen funds could be among Washington's first steps to gain Tehran's trust: FM Araghchi IRNA 31 Jan 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi has said unfreezing Iran's blocked funds in other countries could be a significant initial step for the United States to earn Tehran's trust.
Iran warns attack on its nuclear sites will lead to 'widespread regional war' Press TV 31 Jan 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has strongly cautioned about the dire consequences of a potential act of aggression, potentially involving the Israeli regime and the United States, against Iran's nuclear facilities.
The Farda Briefing: Iran Wants To Negotiate With U.S., But What Will It Concede? RFE/RL 31 Jan 2025
Iran's foreign minister meets Hamas leaders during Doha visit Press TV 30 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has met with senior Hamas leaders during a visit to Qatar and discussed the reconstruction of Gaza.
Iran committed to constructive interaction with EU, ready for any scenario: FM Araghchi Press TV 30 Jan 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has reaffirmed Tehran's constant commitment to dialogue with Europe while maintaining its readiness for any scenario.
Iran underlines necessity of stopping Israeli regime's crimes, aggression Press TV 30 Jan 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has underlined the necessity of cessation of the Israeli regime's crimes and aggression throughout the West Asia region.
Iran urges IAEA to avoid 'politicized, unconstructive' approach IRNA 29 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has called on the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to refrain from taking a politicized and unconstructive approach to the Iranian nuclear issue, and instead focus on its technical cooperation with the country.
Palestinian resistance secures 'strategic, ultimate' victory: Iran Army chief Press TV 29 Jan 2025 -- Iranian Army Chief Commander Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi has lauded the steadfastness of the resistance front in the face of the Israeli regime's aggression against the Gaza Strip, saying it proved that resistance secures strategic victory and ultimate conquest.
Iran's continued hosting of Afghan immigrants requires int'l cooperation: Official IRNA 29 Jan 2025 -- The head of the Iranian Interior Ministry's Migrant Department, Nader Yarahmadi, has urged the international community to assist Iran in hosting Afghan immigrants in the country.
Generative AI makes Chinese, Iranian hackers more efficient, report says VOA 29 Jan 2025 -- A report issued Wednesday by Google found that hackers from numerous countries, particularly China, Iran and North Korea, have been using the company's artificial intelligence-enabled Gemini chatbot to supercharge cyberattacks against targets in the United States.
IRGC equipped with IA for complex military operations: Chief commander IRNA 29 Jan 2025 -- Major General Hossein Salami, the chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), says the elite force is equipped with Artificial Intelligence technologies to better execute complex military operations.
IRGC to use AI in air defense, naval operations Press TV 29 Jan 2025 -- Commander of Iran's elite military force the IRGC says it is planning to use artificial intelligence (AI) in its air defense and naval systems.
Iran's 'defensive diplomacy' neutralized plots of global arrogance: Senior commander Press TV 29 Jan 2025 -- A senior Iranian military commander says the Islamic Republic's "defensive diplomacy" has foiled the global arrogant powers' plots to isolate the country.
Araghchi: No specific messages exchanged between Tehran, Washington IRNA 29 Jan 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has firmly dismissed media speculations about diplomatic exchanges between Tehran and Washington, stating that "no specific messages" have been exchanged between the two sides.
Araghchi says no 'message exchange' with US on sanctions removal talks Press TV 29 Jan 2025 -- Iran's foreign minister says Tehran has not received any messages from the new US administration regarding the sanctions removal talks.
Iran urges IAEA to maintain technical focus, avoid politicization Press TV 29 Jan 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi of Iran has urged the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to avoid politicizing its cooperation with the Islamic Republic.
Palestinians will not be uprooted through 'political coercion': Iran IRNA 28 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei says Palestinians will not be forced out of their "homeland" in Gaza through "political coercion and demographic manipulation."
Iran rejects Trump's plan to forcibly displace Gazans from 'homeland' Press TV 28 Jan 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei has rejected US President Donald Trump's plan to forcibly relocate Palestinians from the Gaza Strip to Jordan and Egypt.
Leader: Gaza brought US-backed Israeli regime to its knees Press TV 28 Jan 2025 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the small territory of Gaza brought the Israeli regime, which is armed to the teeth and fully supported by the US, to its knees.
Iran has 'upper hand' in defense thanks to advanced technology: Chief of Staff IRNA 28 Jan 2025 -- Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Bagheri says the Army has gained the "upper hand" in conventional defense and electronic warfare through the use of advanced technology, including robotics and artificial intelligence.
Iran's Army makes grand advances in electronic warfare, AI: General Bagheri Press TV 28 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Army has made grand achievements in acquiring new combat sciences and techniques, developing a substantial advantage in utilizing robotics, artificial intelligence, and electronic warfare.
Israeli regime disrupting peace, endangering region's fragile stability: Iran IRNA 28 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the UN Amir Saeid Iravani says that Israel is the main threat to international peace and security, emphasizing that Tel Aviv makes "baseless allegations against Iran" to conceal the regime's "destructive activities".
Araghchi to Trump: 'Nice words' not enough to buy Iran's confidence IRNA 28 Jan 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says it would take a lot more than "nice words" by the new US administration to convince Tehran to begin negotiations with Washington toward reaching a new agreement.
Any US, Israeli attack on Iran's nuclear facilities will spell major disaster for region: FM Press TV 28 Jan 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has warned that any "crazy" Israeli or American attack on Iran's nuclear facilities will spell a "very bad disaster" for the entire region.
Iran condemns deadly hospital attack in Sudan's Darfur region IRNA 27 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei has condemned a drone attack on a hospital in El Fasher city in Sudan's western region of Darfur that left at least 70 people dead.
2 Israeli reservists detained on suspicion of 'spying for Iran' Press TV 27 Jan 2025 -- The Israeli regime's so-called internal security service, Shin Bet, and police say they have arrested two reservist troops on suspicion of espionage for Iran.
Return of Afghan refugees from Iran 'a priority' for Kabul: Acting FM IRNA 26 Jan 2025 -- Afghanistan's acting Foreign Minister, Amir Khan Muttaqi has expressed gratitude for the generous hospitality that the Iranian government and people have shown to Afghan refugees over the past decades, and said the return of Afghan migrants is a priority for the "Islamic Emirate."
Araghchi calls for expansion of Iran-Afghanistan economic ties in Kabul trip Press TV 26 Jan 2025 -- Iran's foreign minister has lauded neighborly relations between Tehran and Kabul, calling for the expansion of economic ties to secure the national interests of the two Muslim countries.
Iran's IRGC Aerospace Force unveils 'Gaza' super-heavy drone Press TV 26 Jan 2025 -- The Aerospace Force of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has unveiled a super-heavy drone, named Gaza.
IRGC unveils heavy-duty 'Gaza' drone with 1000 km range IRNA 26 Jan 2025 -- The Aerospace Force of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has unveiled a heavy-duty drone, named Gaza, during a "hybrid operation" on the sidelines of a massive military exercise in southern Iran.
Iranian drones fire AI-powered missiles in major Persian Gulf drill Press TV 26 Jan 2025 -- Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy says sophisticated homegrown drones operated by his elite force have launched missiles featuring artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities during a major naval drill underway in the Persian Gulf.
Top IRGC cmdr. says all goals of Great Prophet 19 naval drill realized IRNA 26 Jan 2025 -- Commander of the Naval Force of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri says all goals set for the Great Prophet 19 naval exercise have been achieved, which involved different operations and successful hitting of mock enemy targets.
Iran's Expediency Council begins renewed debates on FATF Press TV 26 Jan 2025 -- A top Iranian legislative body has started renewed discussions on whether the country should join two controversial conventions adopted by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) amid calls that accepting the conventions could ease the pressure of foreign sanctions on the country.
Geneva talks with E3 aim at removal of sanctions, Iranian diplomats say IRNA 26 Jan 2025 -- Iranian diplomats have emphasized that the aim of the Geneva talks with the three European countries—Britain, France, and Germany, commonly referred to as the E3—is to secure the removal of Western sanctions on Tehran, according to a senior member of Parliament.
Iran FM urges settlement of shared water, refugee disputes with Afghanistan Press TV 26 Jan 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says the disputes with Afghanistan over shared water resources and refugees should be solved.
Iran rejects 'baseless' Israeli accusation of smuggling arms to Lebanon Press TV 25 Jan 2025 -- Iran's ambassador to the UN has dismissed Israel's allegation that Tehran has smuggled weapons to Lebanon, saying the claim is an excuse to justify the regime's blatant disregard for a ceasefire deal with Beirut.
Exclusive: Pakistan welcomes Iran's participation in AMAN-25 IRNA 25 Jan 2025 -- The Chief of the Naval Staff of the Pakistan Navy has welcomed the participation of the Islamic Republic of Iran in the international naval exercise dubbed AMAN-25 scheduled to be held in Karachi in February.
IRGC fires AI-guided missiles from drones on final day of naval exercise IRNA 25 Jan 2025 -- On the final day of the Great Prophet 19 naval exercise, the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy launched two artificial intelligence-guided missiles from combat drones, achieving direct hits against simulated enemy targets.
IRGC Navy fires missiles guided with artificial intelligence during war games Press TV 25 Jan 2025 -- The naval forces of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) have fired missiles equipped with artificial intelligence, destroying mock enemy targets successfully.
Only Winning Move is Not to Play: Iran Tests AI Missiles in Drills Amid Flaring Tensions With US Sputnik 25 Jan 2025 -- Also this week, Iran's Ministry of Science and Technology announced a $115 million push to bolster AI R&D development, with the first domestic AI park expected to be up and running by 2027.
Iran starts $528 mln project to develop oilfields near Iraq border Press TV 25 Jan 2025 -- Iran has started a major project to develop oilfields at one of the country's old reservoirs that is shared with neighboring Iraq.
Iran repudiates European Parliament's human rights accusations Press TV 25 Jan 2025 -- A top Iranian diplomat has censured a recent anti-Iran resolution by the European Parliament, rejecting the accusations leveled against the Islamic Republic regarding the status of human rights and women's rights in the country.
Iran calls for protection of minority groups in Syria Press TV 24 Jan 2025 -- The Iranian foreign minister has underlined the necessity of protecting the rights of minority groups in Syria under the country's new rulers.
Iran, Russia will not accept excessive demands of enemies: President Pezeshkian IRNA 24 Jan 2025 -- Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has said that the comprehensive strategic partnership agreement between Iran and Russia shows that neither country intends to accept excessive demands of enemies, emphasizing that both countries are capable of collaborating to foster policies that promote tranquility, security, development, and economic growth in the region.
On heightened watch: IRGC warns extra-regional players as naval drills get underway Press TV 24 Jan 2025 -- The naval forces of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) have launched extensive exercises spanning the southern Iranian provinces of Bushehr and Khuzestan's littoral waters.
Official: 70 billion kWh of nuclear electricity added to Iran's grid Press TV 24 Jan 2025 -- Mohammad Eslami, head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), says 70 billion kilowatts hour of nuclear energy has been injected into Iran's electricity grid so far.
The Farda Briefing: Iran Talks Tough But Signals Openness For Negotiations With U.S. RFE/RL 24 Jan 2025
Iran slams US for labeling Ansarallah as 'terrorist' amid Yemeni support of Palestinian cause IRNA 23 Jan 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei has condemned the United States' decision to include Yemen's Ansarallah Movement in the so-called list of foreign terrorist organizations, describing the action as "unjustified, baseless, and contrary to international law".
Iran: US designation of Ansarullah 'excuse' for sanctions on Yemen Press TV 23 Jan 2025 -- Iran has condemned President Donald Trump's re-designation of Yemen's Ansarullah resistance movement as a terrorist organization, dismissing the move as "baseless" and "contrary to international law."
Iran to launch upgraded Kowsar satellite in coming months Press TV 23 Jan 2025 -- Iran plans to launch an advanced version of its domestically developed Kowsar satellite in the first half of the next Iranian year, which begins on March 21.
Trump eyeing diplomacy with Iran first: Financial Times IRNA 23 Jan 2025 -- A report says U.S. President Donald Trump seeks to try out diplomacy with Iran first before potentially resorting to pressure on the country over its nuclear program.
IAEA says has no evidence of Iran's 'building a nuclear weapon' Press TV 23 Jan 2025 -- The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has said the United Nations nuclear watchdog had no evidence pointing to Iran's underway development of a nuclear weapon.
Iran blasts US for anti-Cuba move IRNA 23 Jan 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei has criticized the United States for its renewed designation of Cuba as "a so-called state sponsor of terrorism", labeling it as baseless and unjustified.
'Unjustified': Iran condemns Trump's reinstatement of Cuba on terror list Press TV 23 Jan 2025 -- Iran has condemned the "unjustified, baseless and rejected" move by US President Donald Trump to reinstate Cuba as a state sponsor of terrorism, stressing that such unilateral actions further weaken the rule of law at the international level.
Iran humiliated Israel with successful missile strikes: Islamic Jihad Press TV 22 Jan 2025 -- The Islamic Jihad has commended Iran's successful retaliatory strikes against Israeli targets that saw the Islamic Republic firing hundreds of missiles towards strategic and sensitive targets deep inside the occupied Palestinian territories last year.
Hamas emerged victorious in Gaza war: Iran official IRNA 22 Jan 2025 -- A member of the Expediency Council of the Islamic Republic of Iran has said that the Palestinian resistance movement emerged victorious in the Gaza war and stands ready to confront the occupying Israeli regime in due time.
Iran to launch 'Kowsar 1.5' satellite into orbit in 2025 IRNA 22 Jan 2025 -- Iran is set to launch an advanced version of its domestically developed Kowsar satellite into orbit in the first half of the upcoming Persian calendar year, starting on March 21.
Iran's Zairf, Qatar FM discuss regional developments, including Gaza IRNA 22 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Vice-President for Strategic Affairs Mohammad Javad Zarif has met with Qatar's Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani to discuss developments in West Asia, including in Gaza and Syria.
Iran not a 'security threat' to any country: Zarif IRNA 22 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Vice President for Strategic Affairs, Mohammad Javad Zarif, says Iran does not pose a security threat to any country, emphasizing that if the Islamic Republic had intended to develop nuclear weapons, it would have done so long ago.
Iran's oil output to rise by 40,000 bpd with new desalination plant in Ahvaz IRNA 22 Jan 2025 -- Iran's oil production capacity is set to rise by 40,000 barrels per day (bpd) following the launch of a desalination plant in the country's southwest, Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad has announced.
JCPOA can serve as platform for negotiating 'new deal' with Iran: IAEA chief IRNA 22 Jan 2025 -- Rafael Grossi, the director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), has suggested that the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) could serve as a framework for negotiating a new agreement with Iran.
Iran to finish land purchases for Russia-funded rail link in early 2026: Official Press TV 22 Jan 2025 -- Iran is racing against time to complete land purchases for a key railway project along the Caspian Sea coast that is planned to be built using Russian funding.
Iran says Swiss national who committed suicide in jail had photographed military sites IRNA 22 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Judiciary spokesman, Asghar Jahangir, has announced that a Swiss national who took his own life while incarcerated in Iran had been arrested for photographing restricted military sites.
Swiss national who died in jail took photos of military sites: Iran's Judiciary Press TV 22 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Judiciary says a Swiss national who took his own life in an Iranian jail earlier this month had photographed military sites before being arrested on suspicion of espionage.
Gaza truce must turn into sustainable solution: Iran's envoy IRNA 21 Jan 2025 -- The ceasefire agreement in Gaza must be transformed into a permanent and sustainable solution, Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the UN says.
Aid surging into Gaza 'at scale' but massive needs remain: OCHA, WHO UN News 21 Jan 2025 -- Aid is entering Gaza "at scale" in line with the ceasefire agreement that has seen Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners released and families reunited, but massive needs remain across the devastated enclave, UN humanitarians said on Tuesday.
Gaza ceasefire deal must become sustainable solution: Iran's UN envoy Press TV 21 Jan 2025 -- Iran's ambassador and permanent representative to the UN has commended the Palestinian nation and their resistance against Israel after the ceasefire agreement came into effect in Gaza, emphasizing, however, that the deal must be converted into a permanent solution.
Palestinian Popular Resistance Committees thank Iran for supporting Palestine IRNA 21 Jan 2025 -- The spokesman of the Popular Resistance Committees in Gaza has expressed his gratitude to the Islamic Republic of Iran for its unwavering support for the Palestinian people.
Iran Army employs Cobra helicopters, Fajr-5 missiles in northeast drill IRNA 21 Jan 2025 -- The Iranian Army's Ground Forces have showcased their operational capabilities during a large-scale military exercise held in the northeastern city of Taybad.
Iran Army ready to thwart terrorist threats, will crush enemy's delusion of grandeur: Cmdr. Press TV 21 Jan 2025 -- A senior commander of the Islamic Republic of Iran Army says the country's armed forces are fully ready to thwart any hostile actions against the country "at any scale or level."
Iran to join Pakistan-hosted upcoming AMAN-25 naval exercise IRNA 21 Jan 2025 -- The Chief of Staff of Iran's Armed Forces, Major General Mohammad Bagheri, has said that Iranian naval forces have been invited to the Pakistani-hosted upcoming AMAN-25 naval exercise, and Iran will participate.
Iran to participate in intl. naval drills hosted by Pakistan: Military chief Press TV 21 Jan 2025 -- Iran's top military official has said the country would participate in international naval exercises that would be hosted by the Pakistani Navy and is scheduled to go underway next month.
IAEA chief urges Iran, Trump admin. to reach 'understanding' over nuclear issue IRNA 21 Jan 2025 -- Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Grossi, has said Iran and the Donald Trump administration need to reach "an understanding" regarding Tehran's nuclear program.
Iran played key role in Palestinian victory: Yemen's Ansarullah leader IRNA 20 Jan 2025 -- Yemen's Ansarullah leader Abdul-Malik al-Houthi says Israel has been defeated in Gaza thanks to the support from the regional coalition of resistance forces, praising Iran's crucial role in helping the Palestinians achieve victory.
Houthi: Iran played crucial role in victory of Palestinians over Israel Press TV 20 Jan 2025 -- The Yemeni Ansarullah leader has praised Iran's significant role in the Palestinian nation's triumph over Israel after a 15-month-long campaign of genocide.
Palestinian Resistance Committees thank Iran for supporting Palestine IRNA 20 Jan 2025 -- The Palestinian Resistance Committees have expressed gratitude to the Islamic Republic of Iran for its unwavering support for the Palestinian people, after a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip went into force.
Iran president congratulates Gazans on victory, praises 'strong resistance' against Israel Press TV 20 Jan 2025 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian congratulates the people of the Gaza Strip on their victory in the face of the Israeli regime's ferocious 15-month-long war of genocide.
Israel accepted ceasefire after battlefield defeat; Hamas 'stronger' than ever: IRGC cmdr. Press TV 20 Jan 2025 -- A senior Iranian commander says the Israeli regime was forced to accept a ceasefire agreement with Hamas, stressing that the Gaza-based Palestinian resistance movement will continue its path stronger than before.
Israel cannot erase strength of Resistance Axis: Leader's military adviser IRNA 20 Jan 2025 -- Brigadier General Amir Hatami, military adviser to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, has said that Israel is incapable of dismantling the ideological and military strength of resistance groups such as Hamas, Islamic Jihad, Hezbollah, and Yemen's Ansarullah.
Iran says its military capabilities never subject to any negotiations IRNA 20 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei says the Islamic Republic has never negotiated its military capabilities with other parties, and will never do so.
Iran determined to accomplish 'great developments' in military arena: IRGC chief cmdr. Press TV 20 Jan 2025 -- The chief commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has said the country was "determined" to bring about "great developments" in the military arena.
Iran asserts its defense, military capabilities 'non-negotiable' forever Press TV 20 Jan 2025 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei says Iran's defense capabilities will never be subject to negotiations.
Iran Army Ground Force launches extensive security, counterterrorism drills Press TV 20 Jan 2025 -- The Iranian Army's Ground Forces have launched extensive security, offensive and counterterrorism drills near the country's borders and beyond.
Iran, Pakistan agree to strengthen cooperation to enhance border security IRNA 20 Jan 2025 -- The Chief of Staff of Iran's Armed Forces, Major General Mohammad Bagheri, and his Pakistani counterpart, Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir Ahmed Shah, have stressed the need for increased efforts to combat terrorism and enhance border security between their nations.
Iranian, Pakistani military chiefs urge fight against terrorism to boost border security Press TV 20 Jan 2025 -- Iranian and Pakistani military chiefs say the two countries should pursue a serious fight against terrorism to protect sustainable security in common border areas.
Russia's VTB bank to upgrade Tehran office to branch Press TV 19 Jan 2025 -- Russia's second-largest lender, VTB, has announced it will upgrade its representative office in Tehran to a branch, becoming the first Russian bank to establish a branch in Iranian territory.
Iran's top general in Pakistan for talks on strengthening military ties IRNA 19 Jan 2025 -- The Chief of Staff of Iran's Armed Forces, Major General Mohammad Bagheri, says military and security relations between the Islamic Republic and Pakistan are on an upward trajectory and will be further strengthened as he arrives in Islamabad for an official visit.
Iran, Pakistan boosting all-out military cooperation: Top general Press TV 19 Jan 2025 -- Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Baqeri says Iran and Pakistan are expanding military cooperation in various fields.
IRGC Navy unveils strategic underground base IRNA 19 Jan 2025 -- The Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), Major General Hossein Salami, has unveiled a strategic underground base belonging to the IRGC Navy.
FM says Iran will continue to support Palestinian cause IRNA 18 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says his country will continue to support the Palestinian cause and the Palestinian people's legitimate resistance against the occupying Zionist regime.
Gaza ceasefire agreement 'biggest defeat' for Israel: Gen. Qa'ani Press TV 19 Jan 2025 -- The commander of the Quds Force of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has lauded the ceasefire agreement between the Palestinian resistance movement Hamas and Israel as the biggest defeat for the occupying regime.
Israel failed to reach 'malicious goals' in Gaza despite genocide: Iran FM Press TV 19 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Israel failed to achieve its 'malicious' objectives in the Gaza Strip despite waging a genocide against Palestinians over the past 15 months.
Iran will continue support for Yemeni government, people: Araghchi IRNA 18 Jan 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said that the Islamic Republic will keep supporting the Yemeni government and people.
IRGC chief unveils new strategic underground storage facility in south Iran Press TV 18 Jan 2025 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has unveiled a new strategic subterranean storage facility built on the shores of Iran's southern waters to house a large fleet of fast attack craft and other vessels.
Ayatollah Khamenei offers condolences over martyrdom of two senior judges in Tehran Press TV 18 Jan 2025 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has expressed his condolences over the martyrdom of two high-profile Iranian judges in a terrorist attack in Tehran.
Iran president calls for urgent probe to identify perpetrators of Tehran terrorist attack Press TV 18 Jan 2025 -- Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has called for urgent action to identify the perpetrators of a terrorist attack at the Supreme Court building in downtown Tehran, in which two high-profile judges were assassinated.
President orders security agencies to investigate assassination of Supreme Court judges IRNA 18 Jan 2025 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has directed security and law enforcement agencies to immediately launch an investigation into a shooting attack that claimed the lives of two Supreme Court justices in Tehran.
Iran prosecutor general orders speedy probe into assassination of two Supreme Court judges IRNA 18 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Prosecutor General has ordered an immediate investigation into a deadly attack in downtown Tehran in which two Supreme Court judges of the country were assassinated.
Two prominent judges assassinated in terrorist attack in downtown Tehran Press TV 18 Jan 2025 -- Two high-profile Iranian judges have been assassinated in a terrorist attack at the Supreme Court building in downtown Tehran.
2 Supreme Court judges assassinated in Tehran IRNA 18 Jan 2025 -- An assailant has opened fire near the Supreme Court headquarters in the Iranian capital, Tehran, killing at least two judges.
2 Iranian Supreme Court Judges Killed In Tehran RFE/RL 18 Jan 2025 -- Two prominent Iranian Supreme Court judges have been killed in an attack at the court's headquarters in Tehran, according to Iran's judiciary.
Iran-Russia partnership deal primarily covers economic cooperation: Foreign Minister Araghchi Press TV 18 Jan 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says a comprehensive strategic partnership agreement signed between Iran and Russia covers cooperation in all sectors, with a primary focus on economic matters.
300 Million Cubic Meters a Day? Russia-Iran Pipeline Promises Major Energy Boost Sputnik 18 Jan 2025 -- The Comprehensive Strategic Partnership treaty signed between Moscow and Tehran on January 17 shed light on a new project to deliver Russian gas to Iran.
FM Araghchi says nature of Iran-Russia agreement is economic IRNA 18 Jan 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said that the nature of the Iran-Russia comprehensive strategic joint agreement is mainly economic and covers all relevant fields, including trade and tourism, transportation, energy, and other issues in this domain.
Russian Rosatom, Iran to cooperate building new nuclear power plants IRNA 18 Jan 2025 -- Russian company Rosatom Director General Alexey Likhachev has said that Iran and Russia will expand cooperation to build new nuclear power plants.
CBI chief: Iran-Russia monetary agreement becomes operational IRNA 18 Jan 2025 -- Governor of the Central Bank of Iran (CBI) Mohammad-Reza Farzin announced that the monetary agreement between Iran and Russia has become operational.
Iran, Hamas discuss Gaza ceasefire deal IRNA 17 Jan 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and the deputy head of the political office of the Hamas movement discussed the latest developments in Gaza and the stability of the Palestinian nation in a telephone conversation.
Iran FM hails 'resilience' of Palestinians in talks with Qatar, Egypt counterparts Press TV 17 Jan 2025 -- Iran's foreign minister hailed the resilience of the Palestinian people and resistance forces as he discussed with his Qatari and Egyptian counterparts a ceasefire deal that is set to end the 15-month-long Israeli genocidal war on the besieged Gaza Strip.
Iran congratulates Hamas on victory against Israel Press TV 17 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has congratulated the Palestinian resistance movement Hamas on the victory of the resistance and the Palestinian people against the Israeli regime in its genocidal war in Gaza.
Iran dismisses claims of training, providing assistance to Yemeni forces Press TV 17 Jan 2025 -- Iran's ambassador to the UN has dismissed as "groundless" claims that Tehran has trained or provided assistance for the Yemeni Ansarullah resistance forces, saying such claims lack credible technical evidence and are driven by political agendas.
Former CIA Analyst Pleads Guilty to Transmitting Top Secret National Defense Information US Dept. of Justice 17 Jan 2025 -- A former CIA analyst pleaded guilty today to retaining and transmitting Top Secret National Defense Information to people who were not entitled to receive it, information which was publicly posted on a social media platform in October 2024.
Former CIA analyst pleads guilty of leaking information on Israeli plans to attack Iran VOA 17 Jan 2025 -- A former CIA analyst pleaded guilty Friday in federal court in Virginia to charges that he leaked classified information about Israeli plans to strike Iran.
Russia and Iran Cement Strategic Alliance With New Agreement Sputnik 17 Jan 2025 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin and his Iranian counterpart Masoud Pezeshkian signed a comprehensive strategic partnership agreement at the Kremlin.
Putin: Strategic Agreement With Iran Marks a New Era of Cooperation Sputnik 17 Jan 2025 -- The visit of Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to Russia is of particular importance, since a major strategic partnership agreement with Iran will be signed, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday.
Inside the Russia-Iran Comprehensive Partnership Treaty: What's In It and Why It Matters Sputnik 17 Jan 2025 -- Three years of negotiations on a new strategic partnership pact between Russia and Iran reached a fruitful conclusion Friday with a signing ceremony in the Kremlin attended by top officials, including Presidents Putin and Pezeshkian. What's inside the agreement, and what will it mean for regional and international security? Here's what to know.
A Weakened Iran's New Russia Pact Comes In Shadow Of Distrust RFE/RL 17 Jan 2025 -- A common enemy - the United States - has brought Iran and Russia together despite their troubled history and deep mistrust. Now, two of the world's most sanctioned nations are poised to sign a strategic partnership that will govern their bilateral relations for the next two decades.
Amid Biting Sanctions, Russia And Iran Sign Pact To Deepen Ties RFE/RL 17 Jan 2025 -- Iran and Russia, two of the most-sanctioned nations in the world, have signed a "comprehensive strategic partnership" treaty as Moscow and Tehran deepen cooperation that has steadily increased since the Kremlin launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine three years ago.
Text of joint comprehensive strategic agreement between Iran and Russia IRNA 17 Jan 2025 -- The text of the comprehensive strategic joint agreement between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Russian Federation, which was signed by the presidents of the two countries, Masoud Pezeshkian and Vladimir Putin, on Friday, January 17, 2025 , in a ceremony in the Kremlin, was published in the form of an introduction and 47 articles as follows:
Press conference following Russian-Iranian talks President of Russia 17 Jan 2025 -- Following the Russian-Iranian talks, Vladimir Putin and Masoud Pezeshkian gave a joint press conference.
Talks with President of Iran Masoud Pezeshkian President of Russia 17 Jan 2025 -- Vladimir Putin held talks in the Kremlin with President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Masoud Pezeshkian, who had arrived in Russia on an official visit.
Iran, Russia sign joint comprehensive strategic agreement IRNA 17 Jan 2025 -- Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin have signed the joint comprehensive strategic agreement in a ceremony in the Kremlin Palace.
Iran, Russia sign comprehensive strategic partnership agreement Press TV 17 Jan 2025 -- The presidents of Iran and Russia have signed a comprehensive strategic partnership agreement for long-term cooperation.
Pezeshkian: Comprehensive cooperation agreement document will open new chapter in Iran-Russian ties IRNA 17 Jan 2025 -- Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian said that the comprehensive cooperation agreement between Iran and Russia will open a new chapter in the relations between the two countries in all fields, especially economic sectors.
Pres. Pezeshkian: Iran-Russia ties can neutralize excessive demands of US, West IRNA 17 Jan 2025 -- President Masoud Pezeshkian highlighted the potential for Iran and Russia to engage in extensive cooperation across sectors such as infrastructure, education and trade, which can counteract the sanctions and excessive demands of the United States and Western countries.
Iran urges Russia to play greater role in forcing Israel to fulfill its commitments IRNA 17 Jan 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei has urged Russia to play a greater role in forcing Israel to fulfill its commitments and ending violence.
FM Spox vows close ties with Russia to maintain regional stability, security IRNA 17 Jan 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei has said that the Islamic Republic of Iran supports every effort to maintain peace and security in the region and is in close contact with Russian friends in this regard.
Putin: Iran-Russia comprehensive agreement expands economic ties IRNA 17 Jan 2025 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin has stressed that the joint comprehensive strategic agreement between Russia and Iran will help expand bilateral economic cooperation and will give "us the opportunity" to diversify relations in all fields.
Pres. Pezeshkian: Iran-Russia ties critical, strategic IRNA 17 Jan 2025 -- President Masoud Pezeshkian has stated that the relations between Iran and Russia are sensitive, critical, and strategic.
Leader favors expansion of interaction between Iran, Russia: Pezeshkian Press TV 17 Jan 2025 -- President Masoud Pezeshkian has said Leader of Iran's Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei favors the expansion of interaction between the country and Russia.
Iran-Russia cooperation can thwart US, West extremism, sanctions: President Pezeshkian Press TV 17 Jan 2025 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says the expansion of relations with Russia in various fields can thwart the "sanctions and excessive demands" of the United States and Western countries.
Iran, Russia steadfast in 'sensitive, strategic' ties: President Pezeshkian Press TV 17 Jan 2025 -- President Masoud Pezeshkian says Iran and Russia stand steadfast in mutual "sensitive, pivotal and strategic" relations.
Iran president arrives in Russia to sign partnership pact Press TV 17 Jan 2025 -- Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has arrived in Russia on the second leg of his two-nation visit that also took him to Tajikistan.
Iran pursues construction of two more units in Bushehr nuclear plant: AEOI chief IRNA 17 Jan 2025 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami said that the construction of the second and third units of Bushehr nuclear power plant (NPP) in Bushehr province, southern Iran, is presently in progress, and "we can say that it is in the best operational condition".
Iranian coast guards conduct maritime exercise in Sea of Oman Press TV 17 Jan 2025 -- Iranian coast guards have held a maritime exercise in the country's southeastern Sistan and Baluchestan province along the shores of the Sea of Oman.
Ayatollah Khamenei: Palestinian patience, resistance forced Israel to back down Press TV 16 Jan 2025 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has commended the sacrifices and valor of Palestinians and their resistance in the face of the months-long Israeli aggression that resulted in a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and forced the regime to back down.
Iran welcomes Gaza ceasefire, urges prosecution of Israeli authorities for genocide Press TV 16 Jan 2025 -- Iran has welcomed a newly-reached ceasefire in the Israeli regime's 15-month-long genocidal war against the besieged Gaza Strip, while calling for the prosecution of Israeli authorities over their appalling crimes in the besieged territory.
IRGC hails Gaza truce as 'irreparable defeat' for Israel, great victory for Palestinians Press TV 16 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says a ceasefire in the Israeli regime's genocidal war against the Gaza Strip is a "great" victory for the steadfast people of Palestine and an "irreparable and multifaceted" defeat for the Zionists.
Iran says Gaza ceasefire deal 'historical victory' for Palestinians IRNA 16 Jan 2025 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry has hailed the Gaza ceasefire agreement as a "historical victory" for the Palestinian people who have endured one of the biggest acts of genocide in history.
Top general hails Iran's growing naval might IRNA 16 Jan 2025 -- Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Bagheri hails growing capabilities of the country's navy, saying it is fully prepared to execute and implement various complex plans and programs.
Top general: Enemy dares not cast hostile glance at Iran Press TV 16 Jan 2025 -- Iran's top military general has praised the country's naval capabilities, saying the enemy does not dare cast a hostile glance at the Islamic Republic.
IRGC captures another 15 terrorists during drills in southeast Iran Press TV 16 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Ground Force has captured 15 more terrorists in the course of the ongoing counterterrorism military exercise in the southeastern Sistan and Baluchestan province.
Terrorists nabbed in IRGC operation in southeastern Iran IRNA 16 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has reported the arrest of 15 terrorists who were planning sabotage activities in the southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan.
President Pezeshkian: Iran open to talks but fully prepared to crush enemy in event of aggression Press TV 16 Jan 2025 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says Iran is fully prepared to give a "teeth-breaking response" to any aggression by the enemy but remains open to dialogue as a favorable means of resolving the differences.
FM Araghchi: Iran-Russia strategic deal step toward 'more just world' Press TV 16 Jan 2025 -- A comprehensive strategic partnership agreement, scheduled to be signed between Iran and Russia during President Masoud Pezeshkian's visit to Moscow, will be a step toward creating a more "balanced and just" world, says Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.
Hamas thanks Iran, Resistance Front following achievement of ceasefire in Gaza Press TV 15 Jan 2025 -- The Palestinian resistance movement Hamas has hailed the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip's triumphing against the Israeli regime during the latter's 15-month-long war of genocide against the coastal sliver.
Iran FM spox terms maintaining, strengthening unity among Palestinian groups necessary IRNA 15 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman, Esmail Baghaei, has emphasized the importance of maintaining and strengthening cohesion and unity among the various Palestinian groups, urging them to avoid any discord and division to effectively confront the occupying regime.
Iran's presence in Syria at request of Assad govt. to fight terrorism, Daesh: Iraqi PM Press TV 15 Jan 2025 -- Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' al-Sudani says Iran's presence in Syria was at the official request of former President Bashar al-Assad's government with the aim of helping the Arab country in the battle against terrorism.
Iran Navy takes delivery of 'Zagros', its first advanced 'signals-intelligence' destroyer Press TV 15 Jan 2025 -- The Iranian naval defense industry has handed over the first "signals-intelligence" destroyer of its own indigenous production to the country's Navy.
Iran Army receives first home-grown signals intelligence vessel IRNA 15 Jan 2025 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran Navy has received its first home-grown signals intelligence vessel, named Zagros.
Iranian President Addresses Trump Assassination Claims and Nuclear Stance Sputnik 15 Jan 2025 -- Iran has never tried to assassinate US President-elect Donald Trump, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Wednesday.
Iran not afraid of war but hopes Trump will pursue peace: President Pezeshkian tells NBC IRNA 15 Jan 2025 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says the Islamic Republic is not afraid of war but hopes US President-elect Donald Trump will pursue peace rather than conflict.
Iran, confident of peaceful nature of its nuclear program, never left negotiation table: FM Press TV 15 Jan 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has asserted that Iran has never acted as the party to leave the negotiation table due to its confidence in the peaceful nature of its nuclear energy program.
West's opposition cannot stop Iran's progress: AEOI chief IRNA 15 Jan 2025 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami has said the objections from the West have not hindered the Islamic Republic's progress in peaceful nuclear activities.
Iran holding talks just with Europe for now: FM IRNA 15 Jan 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has stated that Iran is currently engaged only in negotiations with the Europeans.
Exclusive: Iran-Russia ties to be elevated to strategic partnership level, Kremlin says IRNA 15 Jan 2025 -- Tehran and Moscow are set to ink a comprehensive deal that will elevate the Iranian-Russian relations to the level of strategic partnership, the spokesperson for the Kremlin says.
Iran, Russia Set to Bolster Defense Ties for Regional & Global Peace - Iranian FM to Sputnik Sputnik 15 Jan 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi emphasized in an article for Sputnik that a key component of the new strategic deal between Iran and Russia is the enhancement of security and defense cooperation.
Iran says sanctions removal talks with E3 'constructive'; dialogue 'to continue' Press TV 14 Jan 2025 -- Iran's deputy foreign minister for legal and international affairs has described as "constructive" the latest talks held with the three European countries, namely the United Kingdom, France, and Germany (E3), on the removal of illegal sanctions against the Islamic Republic.
Iran Navy to receive 'unique' indigenous Zagros combat destroyer Press TV 14 Jan 2025 -- Iranian Navy Commander Rear Admiral Shahram Irani says Zagros, a "unique" domestically-developed destroyer, is set to join the force and start sailing.
Iran Army can conquer the sky with its AI-equipped drones: Defense minister IRNA 13 Jan 2025 -- The Iranian Army can dominate the sky with its advanced, AI-equipped drones if necessary, says Iran's defense minister.
Iranian Army's Combat Organization receives strategic drones IRNA 13 Jan 2025 -- The Iranian Army's Combat Organization has received 1,000 strategic, stealth, and anti-fortification unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
1,000 strategic, stealth, anti-fortification drones join Iran Army's Combat Organization Press TV 13 Jan 2025 -- As many as 1,000 strategic, stealth, and anti-fortification unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have joined the Iranian Army's Combat Organization.
Defense minister: Skies under Iran's command for fatal blow; big surprises in 'store' Press TV 13 Jan 2025 -- Iran's defense minister has commended the superior stance of the capabilities of the country's Armed Forces, especially in the area of air defense and naval combat.
Iran Army unveils 'daunting' laser-powered air defense system guarding nuclear sites Press TV 13 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Army has unveiled a state-of-the-art laser-powered air defense system during its Air Defense Forces' military maneuvers in the country's western and northern areas.
Police arrests member of ISIS terrorist group in northern Iran IRNA 13 Jan 2025 -- Police in the northern Iranian city of Juybar arrested a member of the Daesh terror group, also known as ISIS.
Iran to ramp up nuclear power production to meet 20 GW target: AEOI chief IRNA 13 Jan 2025 -- The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) plans to significantly increase nuclear power production to meet a target of 20,000 megawatts (MW) of electricity by 2041.
Iran, E3 agree to resume talks on lifting sanctions IRNA 13 Jan 2025 -- Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal Affairs Kazem Gharibabadi announced that Iran and three European countries (the UK, Germany and France) have agreed to resume talks on lifting sanctions.
Iran, E3 diplomats meet in Geneva to discuss removal of sanctions Press TV 13 Jan 2025 -- Senior representatives of Iran and the European trio of Britain, France, and Germany (E3) have discussed the removal of illegal sanctions on Tehran and its nuclear program.
Italy Frees Iranian Wanted By U.S. For Alleged Involvement In Drone Attack RFE/RL 13 Jan 2025 -- Tehran has confirmed that an Iranian national has returned home following his release from Italy, despite a request by Washington for his extradition to the United States for alleged involvement in a deadly drone attack in Jordan.
Tehran Releases German-Iranian Activist Nahid Taghavi RFE/RL 13 Jan 2025 -- Nahid Taghavi, a dual German-Iranian national, has returned to Germany after four years of imprisonment in Iran as a new round of nuclear negotiations between three major European countries and Tehran is set to resume.
FM: Iran to regulate ties with any Syrian gov't chosen by Syrian people IRNA 12 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said that his country will regulate its ties with any government in Syria, which is chosen by the Syrian people, on the basis of mutual respect and interest.
Iran's foreign minister appoints Raouf Sheibani as special envoy for Syria Press TV 12 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has appointed seasoned diplomat Mohammad Reza Raouf Sheibani as his special envoy on Syria.
Key Trump Adviser Blasts Iran At Paris Opposition Gathering RFE/RL 12 Jan 2025 -- U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's incoming special envoy for Russia and Ukraine, while attending an Iranian opposition event in Paris, called for the return of "maximum pressure" against Tehran to push it to allow more democracy and to cease support for extremist elements in the Middle East.
Iran Deploys Air Defenses at Nuclear Sites, Unveils New Underground 'Dormant Volcano' Missile Base Sputnik 12 Jan 2025 -- Tensions between Iran and Israel escalated to their highest level in history in 2024 after a series of back-and-forth aerial, missile and drone attacks fueled by the Gaza crisis. Israel and the US have repeatedly threatened preemptive attacks targeting Iran's nuclear facilities before Donald Trump's inauguration.
Iran launches new drills to protect nuclear facilities Press TV 12 Jan 2025 -- The Iranian military has launched new exercises in the country's western and northern air defense zones including Fordow and Khondab which host uranium enrichment and heavy water facilities.
Iran's Army begins air defense drills in north, west IRNA 12 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Army has kicked off air defense maneuvers in the northern and western parts of the country.
Iran Army will be equipped with modern drones: Commander IRNA 12 Jan 2025 -- Deputy Commander of the Iranian Army Force for Coordination Affairs Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari has said that Iran's Army is set to receive new strategic equipment in the coming days.
Iranian Army to take delivery of 1,000 drones, new destroyer: Top cmdr. Press TV 12 Jan 2025 -- A senior Iranian Army commander says the force will take delivery of a new destroyer as well as 1,000 strategic drones in the coming days.
Iran in possession of weapons unknown to enemies: Top commander Press TV 12 Jan 2025 -- A top Iranian commander says the country has weapons that have not been unveiled so far and are unknown to the enemies.
Pezeshkian vows talks with Afghanistan on Iran's water share from Helmand River IRNA 11 Jan 2025 -- Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has said that his administration plans to hold talks with Afghanistan to uphold water rights of Sistan and Baluchestan Province from the Helmand River also known as Hirmand.
Iran to launch Pars-2 satellite by February IRNA 11 Jan 2025 -- The head of the Iranian Space Agency has announced that Iran plans to launch its Pars-2 Satellite by February 2025.
Iran to unveil indigenous remote-sensing Pars-2 satellite next month Press TV 11 Jan 2025 -- The head of the Iranian Space Agency (ISA) says the domestically-manufactured remote-sensing Pars-2 satellite will be unveiled early next month, as he announced the ongoing construction of a third version of the spacecraft.
IRGC top cmdr.: Iran's missile power constantly growing IRNA 11 Jan 2025 -- Major General Hossein Salami, Commander-in-Chief of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), says Iran is constantly growing its missile power in terms of the number of the weapons and their quality.
'Dormant volcano': IRGC unveils new subterranean missile facility Press TV 11 Jan 2025 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has unveiled one of its new underground missile bases, described as a "missile city", amid the Israeli regime's heightened escalation in the region and threats against the country.
Iran unveils new 'missile city' showcasing military capabilities IRNA 11 Jan 2025 -- Iran has unveiled a new underground missile facility that marks a significant development in the country's strategic defense infrastructure.
All US interests in region within Iran's reach: Army commander Press TV 11 Jan 2025 -- Iran is fully prepared to counter any threats to its national security, says the commander of the Army's Ground Force, noting that all US interests in the region are within the operational reach of the country's Armed Forces.
All US interests in region within range of Iran's Army: Cmdr. IRNA 11 Jan 2025 -- Commander of the Ground Force of the Iranian Army, Brigadier General Kioumars Heidari, has said that all American interests in the region are within the range of the Iran's Army.
CIA chief: No sign Iran has decided to go for nukes IRNA 11 Jan 2025 -- Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) Director William Burns says there is no sign that Iran tries to go for nuclear weapons.
Iran plans $120bn worth of investment in petroleum projects Press TV 11 Jan 2025 -- Iran is planning to invest up to $120 billion in petroleum projects as the country seeks to increase its oil and gas production to respond to a rising demand for energy.
IRGC disbands spy network in southwestern Iran IRNA 11 Jan 2025 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has dismantled an espionage team in the southwestern province of Khuzestan.
Spy ring linked to foreign intelligence dismantled in southwest Iran Press TV 11 Jan 2025 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) intelligence forces have arrested members of a network involved in collecting information about sensitive facilities in Iran's southwestern Khuzestan province for a foreign spy agency.
Election Of New Lebanese President Signals Iran's Waning Influence RFE/RL 10 Jan 2025 -- Lebanese lawmakers have elected army chief Joseph Aoun as the country's new president, ending a two-year gridlock in a clear sign of the weakening of Hezbollah, the Iranian-backed political party and military force that had scuttled past efforts to name a president.
Iran backs stable, independent Lebanon free from foreign occupation: FM Araghchi Press TV 10 Jan 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says the Islamic Republic supports a "stable, secure and independent" Lebanon as the Arab country elected president to end a two-year political deadlock.
Pezeshkian congratulates Aoun on his election as Lebanon's new president Press TV 10 Jan 2025 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has felicitated Joseph Aoun on his election as Lebanon's new president, voicing Tehran's readiness to further enhance cooperation in "all fields" with Beirut.
Iran condemns US UK and Israeli aggression against Yemen IRNA 10 Jan 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei Hamaneh has strongly condemned Friday's brutal and unprecedented attacks by the US the UK and the Zionist regime on the Yemeni provinces of Sanaa, al-Hudaydah and Amran as the height of lawlessness and a violation of the fundamental principles of international law and the UN Charter.
Tehran hosts large-scale 'Rahiyan al-Quds' drills IRNA 10 Jan 2025 -- The Basij volunteer forces have staged a 110,000-strong drill as part of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC)'s Great Prophet-19 exercise.
Iran to soon unveil advanced drone, missile cities; deterrence entirely 'Iranian': IRGC chief Press TV 10 Jan 2025 -- The chief commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the country is to soon unveil several "new missile and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) cities."
New homegrown anti-ballistic system to join IRGC air defenses soon Press TV 10 Jan 2025 -- A senior commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Aerospace Force says a new homegrown anti-ballistic defense system will be tested in the near future.
Iran In 'Critical Situation' After Punishing Year At Home And Abroad RFE/RL 10 Jan 2025 -- Iran is weaker and more vulnerable than it has been in years after suffering a series of major blows.
Swiss Demand Answers After Death Of Man In Iranian Prison RFE/RL 10 Jan 2025 -- Swiss authorities have called on Tehran to provide full details on the death of a 64-year-old Swiss national in an Iranian prison following his arrest last month on allegations of spying.
Statement by the Minister for Foreign Affairs on the fifth anniversary of the downing of flight PS 752 Government Offices of Sweden 09 Jan 2025
Iran Army will receive 1000 new strategic drones IRNA 09 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Army has announced the impending addition of 1,000 strategic drones to its forces, boosting the country's defense capabilities.
IRGC Ground Force unveils Rezvan suicide drone with 20 km range Press TV 09 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Ground Force has unveiled a new type of suicide drone with a range of 20 kilometers as the military unit continues to upgrade its cutting-edge warfare technology.
IRGC forces launch final stage of major drill in western Iran Press TV 09 Jan 2025 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Ground Force has launched the final stage of the Payambar-e-A'azam (The Great Prophet) 19 military exercise in western Iran.
Swiss Citizen Dies In Iran After Being Accused Of Spying RFE/RL 09 Jan 2025 -- A Swiss national who was accused of spying by Tehran was found dead in prison in what officials say was a suicide.
Swiss prisoner committed suicide in custody, Iran judiciary says VOA 09 Jan 2025 -- Iran's judiciary said Thursday a Swiss citizen being held in the country's Semnan prison has committed suicide.
Swiss national charged with espionage commits suicide in Semnan prison: Judiciary official IRNA 09 Jan 2025 -- The chief justice of Semnan province in Iran has announced that a Swiss national who had been arrested for espionage committed suicide in Semnan prison.
Iran condemns US, UK aggression on Yemen IRNA 09 Jan 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei strongly condemned the fresh US and UK attacks on infrastructures in three provinces of Sanaa, Hudaydah and Amran in Yemen on Thursday.
Iran's UN envoy urges respect for Syria's sovereignty, formation of inclusive govt. through fair elections Press TV 09 Jan 2025 -- A senior Iranian diplomat urges respect for Syria's sovereignty and territorial integrity as well as the formation of an inclusive government through free and fair elections.
UNSC holds meeting to assess situation in Syria IRNA 09 Jan 2025 -- UN Special Envoy for Syria Geir Pedersen has said that there were still signs of instability in areas under the control of armed opposition groups led by Hay'at Tahrir a-Sham (HTS) in Syria, warning that Daesh remains a major concern as its activities continue and may seek to take advantage of insecurity in the Arab country.
Iran UN envoy: Decisions on Syria's future must be made without external interference IRNA 08 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations Amir Saeid Iravani has said that any decision on Syria's future should be made by the people of that country, without external interference.
Pezeshkian: Iran seeks peace in region; Iraq enjoys stability as Daesh vanquished Press TV 08 Jan 2025 -- Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian says the Islamic Republic is after peace, stability and security for the entire region, noting that the neighboring Iraq is experiencing a period of stability and expansion after vanquishing of the Takfiri terrorist group of Daesh.
Iran's defense systems successful against drones and cruise missiles in 'Eqtedar 1403' drills IRNA 08 Jan 2025 -- The Iranian Army defense systems have been successful against combat drones and cruise missiles that intended to destroy Natanz Nuclear Facility in the first stage of the military exercise, codenamed Eqtedar (Authority) 1403.
Iran to respond to any threat strongly, decisively: IRGC cmdr. IRNA 08 Jan 2025 -- The Commander of the Ground Force of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says any threat or aggression toward Iran's borders will be met with a strong and decisive response from the Iranian Armed Forces.
Various real-world scenarios performed in Eqtedar 1403 drills, says IRGC chief commander Press TV 08 Jan 2025 -- The chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says various real-world scenarios were designed and implemented during a large-scale military exercise to protect the Natanz nuclear facility in Iran's central province of Isfahan.
We will determine how Trump will engage with us: Zarif IRNA 08 Jan 2025 -- Mohammad Javad Zarif, Iran's vice president for strategic affairs, says he believes Donald Trump will hold considerably more power in his second term as US president, but ultimately, it is Iran that will determine the nature of US-Iran relations.
Iran to expand key nuclear plant IRNA 08 Jan 2025 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami says two additional units will be constructed at the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant.
Iran building two more units at Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant: AEOI chief Press TV 08 Jan 2025 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) has said the country was pursuing establishment of the second and third units of the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant, which is located in southern Iran.
Jump In Iranian Executions In 2024 Prompts UN Outrage RFE/RL 08 Jan 2025 -- Iran executed at least 901 people in 2024 - including 31 women, some of whom were convicted of killing their husbands while fighting off a rape or other cases of domestic violence - a nine-year high that has sparked outrage at the United Nations.
Iran rejects 'baseless' claims of French president IRNA 08 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmail Baghaei has rejected as baseless and contradictory the recent claims made by the French President about Tehran, calling on Emmanuel Macron to reconsider his country's unconstructive approaches toward peace and stability in the West Asian region.
Iran rejects Macron's 'baseless, contradictory' remarks Press TV 07 Jan 2025 -- Tehran has strongly rejected French President Emmanuel Macron's recent anti-Iran allegations, calling them "baseless and contradictory."
IRGC Aerospace Force launches 'Eqtedar 1403' drills near Natanz nuclear facility Press TV 07 Jan 2025 -- The Aerospace Force of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has launched a large-scale military exercise in the central province of Isfahan.
First stage of 'Eqtedar 1403' drills kicks off near Natanz nuclear facility in Central Iran IRNA 07 Jan 2025 -- The first stage of the military exercise, codenamed Eqtedar (Authority) 1403, in the air defense zone of the Natanz nuclear facility, has commenced under the order of Brigadier General Qader Rahimzadeh, commander of the Khatam al-Anbia Air Defense Base.
Iran: Rise in executions deeply troubling - UN Human Rights Chief OHCHR 07 Jan 2025 -- UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk on Tuesday said he was deeply troubled by the marked increase in executions in Iran last year. At least 901 people were reportedly executed in 2024, including some 40 in one week alone in December. At least 853 people were executed in 2023.
UN calls for halt to all executions in Iran as numbers surge VOA 07 Jan 2025 -- U.N. human rights chief Volker Türk expressed alarm Tuesday at the sharp increase in executions in Iran and called on the Islamic Republic to halt all further executions of people facing the death penalty for a range of crimes.
President Pezeshkian: Iran is ready for all parties' return to agreement and mutual obligations IRNA 07 Jan 2025 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian while refering to the 2018 US withdrawal from the JCPOA and the failure of the European parties to the deal to compensate for the pullout despite Iran's living up to its commitments said that the Islamic Republic is ready for the return of all parties to the agreement and fulfilling mutual obligations.
Iran ready for nuclear talks within framework of JCPOA: Deputy foreign minister IRNA 07 Jan 2025 -- Iran is prepared to negotiate with Western powers within the framework of a nuclear deal it signed in 2015 to lift the economic sanctions imposed on the country over its nuclear program, says Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht-Ravanchi.
FM Araghchi: Iran looking to have its frozen assets released IRNA 07 Jan 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said that the release of the country's frozen funds is a constant priority for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and relevant institutions.
Resistance 'growing' despite enemy's plots, remains 'impervious' to bombardment: Araghchi Press TV 07 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says the resistance school of thought has been developing in recent months in defiance of attempts by the enemies to weaken and upend it.
IRGC to unveil 2 new underground missile, floating cities Press TV 06 Jan 2025 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says it will unveil two new underground missile and floating cities along the coasts of the Persian Gulf and the Sea of Oman that accommodate a broad range of cruise and ballistic missiles.
Israeli skies are open, defenseless to Iran, says IRGC spokesman IRNA 06 Jan 2025 -- Brigadier General Ali Mohammad Naeini, the spokesman of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has stressed that the skies of the Israeli-occupied lands are open and defenseless for Iranian armed forces.
Iran to stage extensive anti-terror operations in land, air, sea for two months: Commander Press TV 06 Jan 2025 -- A senior Iranian military commander says the country will stage a massive anti-terror campaign across its skies, lands and waters for the next two months to combat terrorist groups.
Iran seeks negotiations to lift sanctions, says vice president IRNA 06 Jan 2025 -- Iran's First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref says Tehran is seeking negotiations to lift the "unjust and inhumane sanctions" imposed on the country and expects the international community to take action in this regard.
Iran urges UNSC to hold US accountable for threats against nuclear sites IRNA 06 Jan 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei has censured US national security adviser Jake Sullivan's recent remarks against Iran's peaceful nuclear program, urging the UN Security Council to hold Washington accountable for threatening to attack the country's nuclear facilities.
Iran, Russia to sign comprehensive cooperation agreement in 'mid-January' Press TV 06 Jan 2025 -- The presidents of Iran and Russia will sign a comprehensive agreement for long-term cooperation in Moscow in mid-January, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei says.
Iran condemns fresh US-UK aggression against Yemen's Sa'ada IRNA 05 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry has strongly condemned airstrikes carried out by the United States and the United Kingdom targeting infrastructure in Yemen's Sa'ada province.
Iran warns US-UK aggressive strikes on Yemen will fuel instability in region Press TV 05 Jan 2025 -- Iran has warned that the fresh American-British attack on Yemen will fuel "insecurity and instability" in the West Asia region.
Massive IRGC military drill underway in western Iran IRNA 05 Jan 2025 -- A large-scale military exercise, codenamed Great Prophet 19, continues for a second day in the western province of Kermanshah.
IRGC Saberin Unit cmdr says special forces are in full readiness IRNA 05 Jan 2025 -- The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Saberin Unit has announced the full readiness of his special forces to counter any mistakes made by the enemies.
Khamenei Says Iran Will Not Bow To US Pressure Over Uranium Enrichment RFE/RL 04 Jan 2025 -- Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has rejected a US proposal on Iran's nuclear program that demands giving up uranium enrichment, saying it is a crucial part of the country's nuclear program.
Iran plans to launch two new satellites by late spring IRNA 04 Jan 2025 -- Iran plans to launch two new satellites into orbit following postponements caused by delays in their foreign launch vehicle.
IRGC stages military drill in western Iran IRNA 04 Jan 2025 -- The Ground Force of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has started the main stage of the military exercise named "Payambar-e Azam (The Great Prophet) 19" in the western province of Kermanshah.
Iran's defense ministry commits to building 2.8 MW of solar, wind plants IRNA 04 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Deputy Defense Minister for Industrial Research Affairs Afshin Naderi Sharif has announced that the ministry will cooperate with the Energy Ministry of Energy to build power plants to produce 2.8 MW of solar and wind energy across the country.
IRGC deploying 'new weaponry' during underway Ground Force drills Press TV 04 Jan 2025 -- The Ground Forces of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) deploy "new weaponry and equipment" during the forces' underway military maneuvers in the country's western areas.
IRGC Ground Force launches massive military drills in western Iran Press TV 04 Jan 2025 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Ground Force has launched a large-scale and specialized drill in Iran's western province of Kermanshah, as part of attempts to raise its combat preparedness and get further ready to confront potential security threats against the country.
Iran seizes fuel bags carrying over 1mln liters of trafficking fuel IRNA 04 Jan 2025 -- Iranian border guards have seized plastic fuel bags from smugglers carrying over one million liters of fuel in the southern waters of the country.
Iran private sector operates 1st oil dock in South Pars IRNA 04 Jan 2025 -- The first oil dock built by the Iranian private sector has become operational in Kangan located in the southern province of Bushehr.
Iran's cenbank refutes claims of reduced reserves, import issues IRNA 04 Jan 2025 -- The Central Bank of Iran (CBI) has dismissed claims about a reduction in foreign currency reserves and the inability to support imports until the end of the Iranian calendar year on March 20.
Iranians react to Carter's death with much criticism, little praise VOA 03 Jan 2025 -- Iranians opposed to their nation's Islamist rulers who seized power during the U.S. presidency of Jimmy Carter have reacted to his death at age 100 with a wave of criticism about his enduring impact on Iran and some supportive views of his post-presidential activities.
Tehran urges Afghanistan's cooperation to remove obstacles on border rivers IRNA 03 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmail Baghaei has urged Afghanistan's cooperation in removing obstacles with regard to border rivers.
Iran ready for constructive nuclear talks without delay IRNA 03 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that the Islamic Republic is still ready without delay to enter constructive negotiations aimed at reaching an agreement regarding its nuclear program.
Foreign Minister Araghchi: Iran ready for constructive nuclear talks Press TV 03 Jan 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said that the Islamic Republic is ready for constructive negotiations to reach an agreement regarding its nuclear program.
Iran deploys troops to western, eastern borders: Top commander Press TV 03 Jan 2025 -- A senior Iranian Army commander says the Islamic Republic has deployed several brigades of ground forces on the Western and Eastern borders of the country to maintain its security and preserve its territorial integrity.
Afghanistan's politicization of dams against Iran Press TV 01 Jan 2025 -- A decade after the unilateral control and capture of water resources of Harirud through the Salma dam, Afghanistan's rulers have built a second barrier on the river, further disrupting the flow of water to Iran and Turkmenistan.
Hezbollah-Iran cooperation based on confronting common enemy: Sheikh Qassem IRNA 01 Jan 2025 -- Secretary-General of Hezbollah Sheikh Naeem Qassem has stated that the collaboration between Lebanon's resistance and Iran is a response to shared challenges in the region.
Iran slams US, UK attacks on Yemen, warns of 'dangerous consequences' for region Press TV 01 Jan 2025 -- A senior Iranian diplomat has condemned the latest round of airstrikes by US and British warplanes against a number of sites in the Yemeni capital of Sana'a, holding Washington and London directly responsible for any "dangerous" and "unpredictable" consequences of the regional situation.
Iran to hold nuclear deal revival talks with European trio on Jan. 13: Official Press TV 01 Jan 2025 -- A senior Iranian diplomat says the Islamic Republic is about to resume its talks with the European trio of the United Kingdom, France, and Germany (E3) later this month on the revival of a deal on Tehran's nuclear program.
Iran, E3 to hold fresh round of talks on January 13: Deputy FM IRNA 01 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Kazem Gharibabadi has announced that a new round of talks between Iran and three European countries—Britain, France, and Germany—known as the Troika or E3—is scheduled for January 13, 2025.
Army Chief asserts enemies have not seen Iran's true power IRNA 01 Jan 2025 -- Iran's Army Chief Commander has stated that enemies have not witnessed the true power of the Islamic Republic of Iran.
US imposes sanctions on Iran, Russia under new pretexts IRNA 01 Jan 2025 -- The United States imposed new sanctions on some entities in Iran, Russia under the pretext of interfering in 2024 elections.
Iran's oil exports rebounded sharply in second half of December: Data firm Press TV 01 Jan 2025 -- Iran ramped up its oil exports in the second half of December after a slump reported earlier in the month, according to an announcement by a major international tanker tracking service.
No one would negotiate with Iran if not for its missiles: Araghchi Press TV 01 Jan 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has emphasized the significant leverage that Iran's missile capabilities provide in diplomacy with the West, saying without this power, no country would be willing to negotiate with the Islamic Republic over its nuclear energy program.
Israel's Shin Bet claims spying for Iran up 400% in 2024 Press TV 01 Jan 2025 -- The Israeli regime's so-called internal spy service has alleged that cases of espionage for Iran that were identified by the apparatus witnessed a "400 percent increase" in 2024 compared to the previous year.

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