March 2025 - Iran Special Weapons News

Iran Vows Strong Response After 'Bombing' Threat By Trump RFE/RL 31 Mar 2025 -- Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warned of a "strong" response following a threat by US President Donald Trump that "there will be bombing" if Tehran doesn't agree to talks on its nuclear program as concern grows over escalating rhetoric between the two countries.
Iran warns the U.S. through its interest section against any hostile actions IRNA 31 Mar 2025 -- The director general for the Americas at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued an official warning to the United States Interests Section in Tehran to warn Washington against any hostile actions.
Iran warns US: Tehran summons Swiss envoy over Trump bombing threat Press TV 31 Mar 2025 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry has summoned the caretaker of Switzerland's embassy in Tehran to protest the Israeli regime's malicious acts in the region and US President Donald Trump's threats against the Islamic Republic.
Iran condemns U.S. President Trump's 'bombing' threat IRNA 31 Mar 2025 -- Iran has condemned U.S. President Donald Trump's threat to conduct military strikes against the country, warning Washington of the consequences of any aggression.
Araqchi: Iran shuns direct talks with Washington due to U.S. threats IRNA 31 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says that Tehran's decision to avoid direct talks with Washington is a response to U.S.'s bullying and threats against Iran.
'Violence breeds violence': Iran warns Trump 'bombing' threat 'shocking affront' to peace, security Press TV 31 Mar 2025 -- Iran says US President Donald Trump's open threat of "bombing" the country is an affront to global peace and security.
Araqchi: Enemies will regret threatening Iran IRNA 31 Mar 2025 -- Iranian Minister of foreign Affairs, Abbas Araqchi, says any threats against Iran will lead to regret for its enemies.
'A glass chamber': IRGC says '50,000 American forces' in 10 military bases within Iran's reach Press TV 31 Mar 2025 -- A high-ranking commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) warns that the US forces in the region are sitting in a "glass house" and should avoid "throwing stones at others."
Ayatollah Khamenei: Israeli regime will be rooted out from Palestine IRNA 31 Mar 2025 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the Israeli regime is the only proxy force in the region and will be rooted out from Palestine.
Leader: Corrupt Israeli regime 'only proxy force' in region, must be uprooted Press TV 31 Mar 2025 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the only proxy force in the region is the Zionist regime, which invades other countries on behalf of the world's colonial powers and "must be uprooted."
IRGC Navy seizes two foreign tankers smuggling fuel in Persian Gulf Press TV 31 Mar 2025 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy has confiscated two foreign tankers carrying smuggled fuel in the Persian Gulf waters.
Trump Warns Iran Of 'Bombing,' Tariffs After Tehran Rejects Direct Nuclear Talks RFE/RL 31 Mar 2025 -- US President Donald Trump threatened Iran with measures ranging from fresh sanctions and tariffs to military action after the country's president rejected holding direct talks with Washington over its rapidly expanding nuclear program.
Iran's president rejects direct negotiations with Washington People's Daily 31 Mar 2025 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian confirmed on Sunday that Tehran has rejected direct talks with Washington in response to a letter from President Donald Trump. However, he emphasized that Iran has not closed the door on indirect negotiations, a pathway it has consistently kept open.
Iran's President Publicly Rejects Trump's Letter Calling For Nuclear Negotiations RFE/RL 30 Mar 2025 -- Iranian President Masud Pezeshkian publicly rejected holding direct negotiations with Washington over its rapidly expanding nuclear program, which had been proposed in a letter from US President Donald Trump and delivered to Tehran earlier this month.
Trump threatens Iran with 'bombing' if no deal is reached IRNA 30 Mar 2025 -- U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that he might order military strikes against Iran if Tehran fails to reach an agreement with Washington on its nuclear program.
U.S. behavior will determine the course of negotiations: President IRNA 30 Mar 2025 -- President Masoud Pezeshkian says Iran has told the United States that it is open to indirect negotiations, adding that the course of talks will depend on Washington's behavior.
US behavior will determine if 'indirect talks' can move forward: Iran president Press TV 30 Mar 2025 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says the Islamic Republic's response to a letter from US President Donald Trump leaves open the possibility of indirect talks with Washington, stressing that the continuation of the negotiation process depends on the Americans' behavior.
Iran FM: 'Coordinated' move among regional states needed to end Israeli, US crimes Press TV 30 Mar 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says a "coordinated" action among regional countries is essential to end the crimes of the Israeli regime and the US against the countries in the region.
Iranian Armed Forces vow 'harsh response' to any threat, warmongering Press TV 30 Mar 2025 -- The General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran says it will give a harsh and strong reaction to any threat, aggression, and warmongering by enemies.
Armed Forces will give a 'severe response' to any miscalculation: Chiefs of Staff IRNA 30 Mar 2025 -- The Chiefs of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces have issued a stern warning to adversaries that any miscalculation or act of aggression against the Islamic Republic will be met with a powerful and severe response.
There is no military solution to the Yemeni crisis: Deputy foreign minister IRNA 30 Mar 2025 -- Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht-e-Ravanchi says that there is no military solution to the current crisis in Yemen.
U.S. cannot claim to restore regional stability while slaughtering Yemenis: Araqchi IRNA 30 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says the United States cannot claim to restore stability in West Asia while slaughtering innocent Yemeni people.
Iran strongly condemns Israeli military aggression against Lebanon IRNA 29 Mar 2025 -- Tehran has strongly condemned Israel's latest military assaults on residential areas in the Lebanese capital, Beirut, calling them a blatant violation of the ceasefire agreement between the Zionist regime and the Lebanese resistance movement, Hezbollah.
IRGC Navy cmdr.: Any attack on Iran's interests will be met with firm response Press TV 29 Mar 2025 -- The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy has warned that any threats of military aggression against the Islamic Republic will be met with a resolute response.
Iran censures Israel's airstrike on Beirut Press TV 28 Mar 2025 -- Iran has strongly condemned Israel's large airstrike on residential areas in the Lebanese capital, Beirut, in violation of a ceasefire agreement between the Tel Aviv regime and Lebanon's resistance movement Hezbollah.
Iran: US military aggression against Yemen 'clear' threat to global peace Press TV 28 Mar 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei says the US military aggression against Yemen and violation of its territorial integrity are a "clear" threat to international peace and security.
Iran urges UN Security Council to halt silence and inaction on strikes against Yemen IRNA 28 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei has called on the UN Security Council to put an end to its silence and inaction over the U.S. military strikes in Yemen, calling them a blatant threat to international peace and security.
Envoy: Iran's ballistic missile capabilities not negotiable Press TV 28 Mar 2025 -- The Iranian ambassador to Baghdad says Tehran will not negotiate on its ballistic missile capabilities amid indications that a letter from US President Donald Trump has included such a demand.
With Proxies Weakened, Iran Banks On Missiles For Deterrence RFE/RL 28 Mar 2025
Leader's advisor reaffirms Iran's resolve to stage Operation True Promise III against Israel Press TV 28 Mar 2025 -- A senior military advisor to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei reaffirms that Iran remains steadfast in its commitment to launch Operation True Promise III against the Israeli regime in response to acts of aggression against the country by Tel Aviv.
Insisting On Indirect Talks, Iran Responds To Trump Letter Via Oman RFE/RL 28 Mar 2025 -- Iran said it has given a "restrained" response to a letter by US President Donald Trump proposing direct talks over a new nuclear deal, as Tehran continues to insist on indirect negotiations.
Foreign Minister Araqchi says Trump's letter contained both threat and calls for diplomacy IRNA 28 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says Iran has reviewed the letter received from U.S. President Donald Trump, which he says contained both threatening language and calls for diplomacy.
U.S. allies and bases in the region will be made unsafe if Iran is attacked: Parliament speaker IRNA 28 Mar 2025 -- Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Baqer Qalibaf says if the United States carries out military threats against Iran, U.S. allies and American military bases in the region will be made unsafe.
Britain says it is committed to diplomacy with Iran IRNA 28 Mar 2025 -- British Foreign Secretary David Lammy says his country is committed to diplomacy to resolve a dispute over Iran's nuclear program.
Iran: Direct talks with US meaningless under 'maximum pressure' policy Press TV 28 Mar 2025 -- Iran has reiterated that direct negotiations with the United States on the country's peaceful nuclear program are meaningless as long as a "maximum pressure" policy and military threats are in place.
IRGC Navy chief: Yemenis developing own weapons, not taking orders from any side Press TV 27 Mar 2025 -- The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy has hailed Yemen's retaliatory operations in support of Palestinians, emphasizing that the country's forces are developing their own weapons and not taking orders from any foreign side.
Iran, Lebanon, Iraq, Yemen kick off joint naval drills in support of Gaza Press TV 27 Mar 2025 -- Iran, Lebanon, Iraq, and Yemen have launched a joint naval exercise in support of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, who have been enduring the Israeli regime's criminal war.
US agents conduct 'off campus' arrest of Iranian PhD student Press TV 27 Mar 2025 -- US immigration agents have conducted an "off campus" arrest, detaining an Iranian doctoral student.
Araghchi: Iran's official response to Trump's letter sent Press TV 27 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Iran's official response to a letter from US President Donald Trump has been sent through Oman.
Exclusive | Iran has relayed its response to U.S. President Trump's letter IRNA 27 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says Iran has relayed its response to a letter by U.S. President Donald Trump via Oman.
Iran open to 'indirect negotiations,' but rejects the U.S. approach: Head of Strategic Council IRNA 27 Mar 2025 -- Kamal Kharazi, head of Iran's Strategic Council on Foreign Relations (SCFR), says the Islamic Republic remains open to indirect negotiations despite rejecting Washington's current diplomatic approach.
Leaked Signal chat further exposes U.S. government's worldview: Foreign minister IRNA 27 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says leaked private conversations among top officials from the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump further reveal the worldview of the U.S. government and provide yet another reason for Iran to to view Washington's recent political outreach to Iran with great skepticism.
Iran's FM says 'Signalgate' further fuels Tehran's skepticism of US political overtures Press TV 27 Mar 2025 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says the leak of top-secret attack plans of the United States has further deepened Tehran's skepticism of political overtures recently made by Washington.
Address Israeli aggression instead of labeling Iran as a threat, Iran tells the E.U.'s Kaja Kallas IRNA 27 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei has criticized the European Union's new foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, for her remarks labeling Iran as a "threat" during her recent visit to the Israeli-occupied territories.
Iran urges EU to address Israel's genocide, aggression instead of leveling 'hypocritical' claims Press TV 27 Mar 2025 -- Iran says the European Union should address the Israeli regime's genocide and aggression against the countries in the region instead of leveling "hypocritical" claims against Tehran.
Tehran, Baghdad need to maintain vigilance in face of enemies' plots: Iran oil minister Press TV 27 Mar 2025 -- Iranian Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad says Iran and Iraq should maintain their vigilance in the face of enemies' plots.
Iran to continue standing by Palestine through military ops: Quds Force chief Press TV 26 Mar 2025 -- Iran remains committed to supporting the Palestinian cause through both direct backing for Resistance forces and military operations such as The True Promise, according to the commander of the Quds Force of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC).
Iran urges Syrian regime to act against mass killing of civilians Press TV 26 Mar 2025 -- Iran's ambassador to the United Nations has called on the ruling Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) regime in Syria to take a "decisive action" against the mass killing of civilians in the conflict-ridden country.
U.N. envoy rejects "politically-motivated" accusations of al-Qaeda presence in Iran IRNA 26 Mar 2025 -- Permanent Representative and Ambassador to the United Nations Amir- Sa'eed Iravani has categorically rejected allegation of the presence of al-Qaeda members on Iranian soil.
Iran Shows Off Military Might In Footage Of 'Underground Missile City' RFE/RL 26 Mar 2025 -- Iran has released video showing a massive underground missile facility filled with a cache of high-powered weaponry.
United States Files Civil Forfeiture Complaint for $47 Million in Proceeds from the Sale of 1 Million Barrels of Iranian Oil US Dept. of Justice 26 Mar 2025 -- A civil forfeiture complaint was filed today in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia alleging that $47 million in proceeds from the sale of nearly one million barrels of Iranian petroleum is forfeitable as property of, or affording a person a source of influence over, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) or its Qods Force (IRGC-QF), designated Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs).
President Pezeshkian vows to step up efforts to implement Leader's directives IRNA 26 Mar 2025 -- President Masoud Pezeshkian says his administration will do utmost to eliminate obstacles hindering production in Iran, ensuring that the directives of Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei would be fully realized.
Iran welcomes agreement on draft peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan IRNA 25 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says Iran welcomes an agreement reached between the Republics of Armenia and Azerbaijan on the text of a historic peace treaty.
Iran slams continuation of Israeli genocide in Gaza, aggression against Lebanon Press TV 25 Mar 2025 -- Iran's foreign minister has strongly condemned the continuation of the Israeli genocide in Gaza, and its repeated aggression against Lebanon.
Iran says Syria's interim authorities must ensure safety of civilians in Latakia and Tartus IRNA 25 Mar 2025 -- Iran's Permanent Representative to the United Nations Sa'eed Iravani says Syria's interim authorities must take decisive measures to ensure the security of civilians in Latakia and Tartus.
Iran unveils 'missile megacity'; military chief hails 'a far stronger iron fist' Press TV 25 Mar 2025 -- The Aerospace Division of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has unveiled a "missile megacity," another one among its hundreds-strong such facilities.
US intel report: Iran 'not building nuclear weapon' Press TV 25 Mar 2025 -- Iran is not building a nuclear weapon, says the annual US intelligence threat assessment report published by the office of the Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Tulsi Gabbard.
U.S. claims against Iran's oil industry baseless, lack credibility: Foreign minister IRNA 25 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, in a telephone conversation with his Iraqi counterpart Fuad Hussein, has rejected the pretexts of the United States' sanctions against Iran's oil industry as baseless.
Iran's oil sales in accordance with international standards: Ministry IRNA 25 Mar 2025 -- The Oil Ministry has rejected accusations that Iran used forged Iraqi documents on its oil tankers to circumvent sanctions against the Islamic Republic of Iran, emphasizing that Iranian oil
sales are in accordance with international standards.
Iran vows 'severe' response to West's snapback of UN sanctions Press TV 25 Mar 2025 -- Iran has warned the West against the "unjust" trigger of a "snapback" of sanctions on the Islamic Republic at the United Nations, saying it would draw a dire response.
Foreign minister: Iran preparing response to Trump's letter Press TV 25 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Iran has yet to respond to a letter from President Donald Trump of the United States regarding a replacement for the 2015 nuclear deal.
Sanctioning Iranian Intelligence Officers Involved in the Probable Death of Robert Levinson US Dept. of State 25 Mar 2025 -- Today, the United States is sanctioning three Iranian Ministry of Intelligence and Security (MOIS) officials involved in the abduction, detention, and probable death of former FBI Special Agent Robert A. Levinson. MOIS has a history of wrongfully detaining U.S. nationals and has been designated across various sanctions programs.
Treasury Sanctions Additional Iranian Intelligence Officers Involved in the Probable Death and Cover-Up of Robert Levinson US Treasury 25 Mar 2025 -- Today, the Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), in coordination with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), is imposing sanctions on three Iranian Ministry of Intelligence and Security (MOIS) officials who were involved in the abduction, detention, and probable death of former FBI Special Agent Robert A. "Bob" Levinson.
Iran seizes ship with 1mn liters of smuggled oil in Persian Gulf Press TV 25 Mar 2025 -- Iranian border police have seized a ship carrying one million liters of smuggled oil in the waters of the Persian Gulf.
Iran, Turkey call on global community to stop Israel's crimes in region Press TV 24 Mar 2025 -- The foreign ministers of Iran and Turkey say the international community, predominantly Islamic and regional countries, must take swift action to stop the Israeli regime's crimes in the region.
Iran warns about impact of Israel's warmongering on global peace IRNA 24 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei has vehemently condemned the renewed Israeli aggression against Lebanon, warning about its repercussions on international peace and security.
Iran warns Israeli aggression against Lebanon threatens global peace, security Press TV 24 Mar 2025 -- Iran has warned that the Israeli regime's aggression against Lebanon poses a serious threat to international peace and security, urging the international community to act decisively.
Foreign minister rejects negotiations with the U.S. under pressure, threats IRNA 24 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has once again dismissed any direct talks with the United States, saying that the so-called "maximum pressure campaign" and repeated threats against Iran make it impossible to engage in negotiations with Washington.
Iran: No 'direct' talks under maximum pressure; onus on US to change policy Press TV 24 Mar 2025 -- Iran says it will never engage in direct negotiations with the United States under the pressure of maximum sanctions and threats.
No one dares attack Iran as consequences 'well-known'; '100% readiness' reached: FM Press TV 24 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has asserted that no foreign party would dare to commit aggression against Iran, emphasizing the nation's "comprehensive readiness" to confront any threats.
Iran's borders 'red line'; Tehran won't tolerate threat against integrity, security: Army cmdr. Press TV 24 Mar 2025 -- Iran's Army Ground Force Commander Brigadier General Kiumars Heidari says the Islamic Republic will tolerate no threat against its territorial integrity and national security.
Iran's defense power 'fully indigenous'; ready for precise response to enemies from afar: IEI Press TV 24 Mar 2025 -- The chief executive officer of Iran Electronics Industries (IEI) says the country's defense and military power is entirely indigenous.
China's proposals on the Iranian nuclear issue become official U.N. document IRNA 24 Mar 2025 -- China's key proposals on the proper settlement of the Iranian nuclear issue have been published as an official document of the United Nation Office for Disarmament Affairs.
Iranian, Egyptian FMs discuss Israeli escalation in region Press TV 23 Mar 2025 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has called on the international community to end the ongoing Israeli escalation in West Asia.
Refusing to negotiate directly with the U.S. is a tactic, not a strategy: Foreign minister IRNA 23 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says Iran has decided it is not going to negotiate directly with the United States government for the time being, and that it is a tactic, not a strategy.
FM: Iran acts upon own interests irrespective of Trump's expectations Press TV 23 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Iran acts based on its own interests in disregard of the expectations held by US President Donald Trump, stressing Tehran's commitment to diplomacy.
Iran ready to return to nuclear commitments if its rights are respected: AEOI spokesperson IRNA 23 Mar 2025 -- Behrouz Kamalvandi, spokesperson of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), says the Islamic Republic is ready to resume its commitments under a 2015 nuclear deal with world powers if the other parties to the deal do not ignore its rights.
Foreign minister discusses regional tensions with Saudi and Egyptian counterparts IRNA 23 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has held separate phone conversations with his Saudi and Egyptian counterparts, discussing developments in the West Asia region in the wake of renewed Israeli attacks on Gaza and the United States' air aggression against Yemen.
Iran says resolute on its nuclear rights, warns West of counterproductive pressure Press TV 23 Mar 2025 -- The Islamic Republic is resolute on its nuclear rights and warns against the adverse consequences of the West's counterproductive pressure campaign, says the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI).
Nuclear Deal in Its Current Form Cannot be Renewed - Iranian FM Sputnik 23 Mar 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Sunday that the nuclear deal could not be renewed in its current form and that Tehran could not return to compliance after making significant progress in its nuclear research.
Iran's Master Stroke: New Island Missile Deployment Could Blockade US Forces in the Gulf Sputnik 23 Mar 2025 -- The IRGC has stationed new air and coastal defense missile systems on Greater Tunb, Lesser Tunb and Abu Musa -three highly strategic islands west of the Strait of Hormuz global energy trade chokepoint. Here's why this is a big deal from the strategic standpoint as the US ramps up its hawkish rhetoric.
Iran's mission blasts US complicity in 'egregious' Israeli crimes Press TV 22 Mar 2025 -- Iran's ambassador to the UN has rejected US and Israeli accusations of destabilizing activities against Tehran, saying they aim to shield Israel and "perpetuate impunity for its crimes".
Muslim world should take 'drastic, collective' efforts to stop Israeli crimes in Gaza: Iran FM Press TV 22 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has strongly condemned the Israeli regime's atrocities against the defenseless Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip, emphasizing the urgent need for unified and immediate action by Muslim countries to halt these crimes.
Iran slams terror attack on mosque in southwestern Niger Press TV 22 Mar 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei has strongly condemned a terrorist attack on a mosque in southwestern Niger.
Foreign Minister Receives Phone Call from Iranian Counterpart SPA 22 Mar 2025 -- Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received a phone call today from Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Seyed Abbas Araghchi.
Trump's envoy claims U.S. president is after building trust with Iran IRNA 22 Mar 2025 -- The U.S. President Donald Trump's Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, has claimed that Trump's recent letter to the Iranian government had not been intended as a threat and that he is after building trust with Iran.
Envoy: Trump 'open to an opportunity to clean it all up with Iran' Press TV 22 Mar 2025 -- The US special envoy to West Asia says President Donald Trump is "open to an opportunity to clean it all up with Iran" after his military threats were rebuffed by the Islamic Republic as getting them nowhere.
U.S. administration's baseless accusations once again highlight its hostile policy toward Iran: Envoy to U.N. IRNA 22 Mar 2025 -- Amir-Sa'eed Iravani, Iran's ambassador and permanent representative to the United Nations, in a letter to the U.N. Security Council and the U.N. Secretary General António Guterres said the baseless accusations once again highlight the hostile policy of the U.S. administration toward the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Iranian Army will crush enemies if they make any mistake: Commander Press TV 22 Mar 2025 -- Iran's Army Ground Force Commander Brigadier General Kiumars Heidari says his force is vigilant and fully ready to crush enemies in case they make any misadventure.
In warning to enemy, Navy commander says threats, intimidation will never work on Iran Press TV 22 Mar 2025 -- The commander of the Iranian Navy says threats and intimidation will never work against Iran.
Iran, UAE voice alarm at fatal Israeli, American aggression against Gaza, Yemen Press TV 21 Mar 2025 -- Iran and the United Arab Emirates have expressed deep concern over the Israeli regime's resumption of Tel Aviv's genocidal war on the Gaza Strip and the United States' deadly pro-Israeli attacks against Yemen.
Yemen succeeded in withstanding US, Israel with full sincerity: IRGC commander Press TV 21 Mar 2025 -- A high-ranking commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says Yemen provided "unparalleled" support for the people of Palestine in the face of the US and Israeli acts of aggression.
Two Eastern European Organized Crime Leaders Convicted of Murder for Hire Targeting U.S.-Based Journalist on Behalf of Iranian Government US Dept. of Justice 21 Mar 2025 -- A federal jury returned guilty verdicts yesterday on all five counts in the superseding indictment against Rafat Amirov, also known as Farkhaddin Mirzoev, Pᴎᴍ, and Rome, 46, of Iran; and Polad Omarov, also known as Araz Aliyev, Polad Qaqa, and Haci Qaqa, 40, of Georgia. The defendants were convicted of murder-for-hire and attempted murder in aid of racketeering charges, in a trial before U.S. District Judge Colleen McMahon. Amirov and Omarov are scheduled to be sentenced on Sept. 17.
China raps sanctions, calls for end to U.S. interference in Beijing-Tehran cooperation IRNA 21 Mar 2025 -- China has called on the United States to stop its interference in Beijing's economic cooperation with the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Iran, like any other country, has the right to peaceful nuclear energy: Kremlin spokesperson IRNA 21 Mar 2025 -- Russia has once again defended Iran's nuclear program, saying it is completely peaceful in nature and complies with international law.
Kremlin says Iran has right to peaceful nuclear program, urges diplomacy to solve issues Press TV 21 Mar 2025 -- Russia defends Iran's right to peaceful nuclear energy and its lawful activities, urging diplomacy to solve the remaining issues.
Leader warns US against using language of threats against Iran Press TV 21 Mar 2025 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has warned the United States against using the language of threats against Iran.
Iran Rings In Nowruz Amid Calls To Go Nuclear RFE/RL 21 Mar 2025
Undocumented Afghans In Iran Face Uncertain Future Amid New Restrictions RFE/RL 21 Mar 2025 -- Millions of Afghans in Iran face an uncertain future as Tehran prepares to implement sweeping restrictions that will cut off access to health care, education, housing, and other essential services for undocumented immigrants.
Israeli spy chief warns of 'deep' Iranian infiltration; says Netanyahu responsible for regime's woes Press TV 21 Mar 2025 -- The head of the Israeli regime's so-called internal spy agency has considered the Israeli prime minister to be behind the regime's serious predicaments, including mismanagement leading to, what he described as, Iran's "deep" infiltration into Israeli intelligence affairs.
2 Men Convicted In New York For Plotting To Kill Iranian Dissident Journalist RFE/RL 21 Mar 2025 -- Two men identified by prosecutors as members of the Russian mob have been convicted in New York City for plotting to kill Iranian-American journalist and activist Masih Alinejad in a murder-for-hire scheme financed by Iran's government.
Iran condemns international inaction on 'U.S.-Israeli conspiracy' in Yemen and Gaza IRNA 20 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei has criticized the United Nations Security Council and other international organizations for their silence regarding ongoing U.S. airstrikes in Yemen and the massacre of civilians in Gaza by Israel.
Iran deplores Security Council's inaction to stop US, Israeli atrocities as 'shameful' Press TV 20 Mar 2025 -- The spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry has roundly denounced the devastating US airstrikes against Yemen and the uptick in the Israeli regime's onslaught against Palestinians in Gaza, decrying the Security Council's inaction in the face of these vicious acts.
Iran releases French citizen detained since October 2022: Macron IRNA 20 Mar 2025 -- Iran has released French citizen Olivier Grondeau, who had been detained since October 2022 on security charges, French President Emmanuel Macron has announced.
Foreign Minister: Iran will respond to Trump's letter Press TV 20 Mar 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that the Islamic Republic will respond to the letter of US President Donald Trump in the coming days through appropriate channels.
Foreign Minister says Iran will overcome 'complexities' of U.S. politics to secure interests IRNA 20 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says the Islamic Republic will overcome the "complexities" posed by the United States and secure its interests.
Sanctioning Entities Purchasing and Transporting Iranian Oil to Further Impose Maximum Pressure on Iran US Dept. of State 20 Mar 2025 -- The U.S. Department of State is today sanctioning Huaying Huizhou Daya Bay Petrochemical Terminal Storage, an oil terminal in China, for buying and storing Iranian crude oil from a sanctioned vessel.
Sanctioning Additional Entities That Have Traded in Iran's Petroleum US Dept. of State 20 Mar 2025 -- The Iranian regime continues to fuel conflict in Middle East, pursue its nuclear program, and support its terrorist proxies. Iran's oil exports are enabled by a network of illicit shipping facilitators in multiple jurisdictions who, through obfuscation and deception, load and transport Iranian oil for sale to buyers in Asia.
Treasury Sanctions Network Supporting Iran's Oil Exports US Treasury 20 Mar 2025 -- Today, the Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is designating a "teapot" oil refinery and its chief executive officer for purchasing and refining hundreds of millions of dollars' worth of Iranian crude oil, including from vessels linked to the Foreign Terrorist Organization, Ansarallah, commonly known as the Houthis, and the Iranian Ministry of Defense of Armed Forces Logistics (MODAFL).
US imposes new round of sanctions against Iran Press TV 20 Mar 2025 -- The United States Department of the Treasury has imposed a new round of sanctions against Iran, targeting several entities, including independent Chinese teapot refineries, as well as vessels that supplied Iranian crude oil to these processing plants.
President Pezeshkian pledges economic reforms in Nowruz address Press TV 20 Mar 2025 -- Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has promised to find a way to tackle inflation, stating that livelihood, housing, health, and education remain the top priorities of his administration for the new Iranian year.
Ayatollah Khamenei calls for 'investments for production' in New Year message Press TV 20 Mar 2025 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has felicitated the Iranian nation on the occasion of Nowruz and called for "Investments for Production" in his New Year message.
UK, German envoys summoned over anti-Iran draft resolution at Human Rights Council Press TV 20 Mar 2025 -- British and German diplomatic representatives to Tehran have been called to the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs in protest at their governments' move to present a draft resolution against the Islamic Republic at the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC).
Oil industry nationalization revealed Iran's resolve to resist intimidation: Foreign Ministry IRNA 19 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei has described March 19 as an auspicious day that showed the determination of the Iranian nation to resist bullying and intimidation.
Dialogue, negotiation only viable option in resolving Iranian nuclear issue People's Daily 19 Mar 2025 -- On March 14, a China-Russia-Iran trilateral meeting on the Iranian nuclear issue was successfully held in Beijing. The three parties engaged in in-depth discussions and issued a joint statement, reiterating that political and diplomatic engagement and dialogue based on the principle of mutual respect remains the only viable and practical option in this regard.
The U.S. denies reports of sinking of Iranian intelligence ship IRNA 19 Mar 2025 -- Two American media outlets, citing a U.S. military official, have denied reports that the U.S. military had sunk an Iranian intelligence ship in the Red Sea.
Human Rights Council focuses on Iran, Syria, Venezuela UN News 18 Mar 2025 -- Top independent experts reported to the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva on Tuesday, putting the records of Iran, Syria and Venezuela under the spotlight during the 47-member body's latest session.
Iran condemns renewed Israeli attacks on Gaza as continuation of 'genocide and ethnic cleansing' IRNA 18 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqae has expressed Iran's strong condemnation of renewed Israeli attacks on Gaza, which have resulted in the deaths of hundreds of Palestinians, including many children.
Renewed Israeli attacks on Gaza 'continuation of genocide, ethnic cleansing': Iran Press TV 18 Mar 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei has strongly condemned renewed Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip, describing them as a "continuation of genocide and ethnic cleansing" in the besieged territory.
Iran strongly criticizes the West's interventionist approach in the Human Rights Council IRNA 18 Mar 2025 -- Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations Office in Geneva Ali Bahreini has criticized Western countries for abusing the mechanisms of the Human Rights Council, emphasizing that they seek to politicize human rights against Iran by ignoring fundamental human rights issues, including the Palestinian crisis.
Iran warns the U.S. of grave consequences in case of any potential aggression IRNA 18 Mar 2025 -- Amir-Sa'eed Iravani, Iran's ambassador and permanent representative to the United Nations, says any act of aggression would result in severe consequences, for which the U.S. would be fully accountable.
Iran is looking to nullify sanctions: Parliament speaker IRNA 18 Mar 2025 -- Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Baqer Qalibaf says the Islamic Republic is actively pursuing both the removal and nullification of anti-Iran sanctions at the same time.
Special Rapporteur on Iran presents first report to UN Human Rights Council OHCHR 18 Mar 2025 -- The human rights situation in the Islamic Republic of Iran shows concerning patterns regarding the right to life, lack of transparency and freedom of expression and equality, the UN Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in Iran, Mai Sato, said today.
UN Human Rights Council 58: UK Statement for the Independent International Fact-Finding Mission on the Islamic Republic of Iran UK FCDO 18 Mar 2025 -- Statement for the Joint Interactive Dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Independent International Fact-Finding Mission on the Islamic Republic of Iran. Delivered by the UK's Permanent Representative to the WTO & UN, Simon Manley.
Iran set to increase daily gas extraction by 500 million cubic feet IRNA 18 Mar 2025 -- The capacity of gas extraction in Iran will increase 50% more to its current daily production capacity, according to a contractor involved in a project.
US Strikes On Yemen's Houthis A Message To Iran RFE/RL 17 Mar 2025 -- The United States has launched extensive air strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen, aiming to curb their threat to shipping while also signaling a warning to Iran.
Iran says it will respond to Trump's letter after fully reviewing it IRNA 17 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei says Iran will give its response to a letter from U.S. President Donald Trump once the Islamic Republic completes undertaking a review of the letter.
Iran vows 'decisive, definite' response to any aggression against its integrity, security Press TV 17 Mar 2025 -- Tehran will give a "decisive and definite" response to any act of aggression, says the spokesman for Iran's Foreign Ministry, amid US threats against the Islamic Republic over its support for Yemen.
Iran committed to regional diplomacy; neighbors our 'top priority': FM Araghchi Press TV 17 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has reaffirmed Iran's commitment to regional diplomacy, emphasizing that neighboring countries remain a top priority for the Islamic Republic.
Iran says committed to cooperating with IAEA based on safeguards obligations Press TV 17 Mar 2025 -- Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi says Tehran "remains committed" to cooperating with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
Deputy foreign minister says his talks with IAEA chief were constructive IRNA 17 Mar 2025 -- Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi says his talks with IAEA Director-General Rafael Grossi in Vienna on Monday (March 17, 2025) were constructive.
Iran's flare gas recovery at 4 bcm per year: Minister Press TV 17 Mar 2025 -- Iran is capturing some 4 billion cubic meters (bcm) per year of natural gas that is traditionally flared from its oilfields, according to the country's Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad.
Iran president welcomes peace treaty between Armenia, Azerbaijan Press TV 16 Mar 2025 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has welcomed the long-awaited peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan, reiterating Iran's commitment to promoting regional peace and stability.
US Launches Large-Scale Attack On Huthi Rebels, Warns Iran To End Support RFE/RL 16 Mar 2025 -- The US military has launched a large-scale attack against Iran-linked Huthi fighters in Yemen and warned Tehran that it must immediately cease support for US-designated terrorist group.
IRGC chief: Iran has no role in shaping Yemen's national policies IRNA 16 Mar 2025 -- Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Chief Commander Major General Hossein Salaman has squarely rejected U.S. allegations of Iranian involvement in Yemen's decision-making and national policies.
Iran roundly denounces renewed US, British aggression on Yemen Press TV 16 Mar 2025 -- The Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has condemned the latest airstrikes carried out by the US and the UK against several sites in the Yemeni capital Sana'a and elsewhere in the Arab nation, which left dozens of people, including women and children, killed and injured.
IRGC chief: Iran will not start a war but will respond decisively to threats Press TV 16 Mar 2025 -- The chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has warned that while the Islamic Republic will never seek to initiate a war, it remains determined to deliver a resolute response to any threats or acts of aggression by the enemies.
Washington has no authority to dictate Iran's foreign policy: Araqchi IRNA 16 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says the United States has "no business" dictating Iran's foreign policy, after U.S. President Donald Trump warned Iran to stop supporting Yemen's Ansarullah resistance movement.
US has no authority or business dictating Iran's foreign policy: Araghchi Press TV 16 Mar 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has asserted that the US government has no authority to dictate the Islamic Republic's foreign policy.
Iran says its oil exports cannot be stopped IRNA 15 Mar 2025 -- Government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani says Western sanctions cannot halt Iran's oil exports, as the country is determined to protect its share of the global energy market.
Iran will never back down from its share in global oil market: Government spokeswoman Press TV 15 Mar 2025 -- Iranian government spokeswoman Fatemeh Mohajerani says the Islamic Republic will never back down from its share in the global oil market.
Foreign Ministry spokesperson rejects 'unfounded' G7 allegations against Iran IRNA 15 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei has condemned allegations made against Iran by foreign ministers from the group of seven industrialized countries, known as G7, dismissing them as totally unfounded and hypocritical.
Iran ready for talks with European countries based on mutual respect: Foreign minister IRNA 15 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, in a telephone conversation with his Dutch counterpart, Caspar Veldkamp, reiterated Iran's readiness to engage in dialogue with European countries based on mutual respect and shared interests.
Iran ready to engage in talks with Europeans based on mutual respect, common interests: Araghchi Press TV 15 Mar 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Tehran is ready to engage in talks with European countries based on mutual respect and common interests.
China, Russia, Iran endorse dialogue for nuclear solution Global Times 15 Mar 2025 -- China, Russia and Iran issued a joint statement on Friday, reaffirming that political and diplomatic engagement and dialogue remains the only viable and practical option for the Iranian nuclear issue after deputy foreign ministers of the three nations held a meeting in Beijing on Friday.
US Launches Large-Scale Attack On Huthi Rebels, Warns Iran To End Support RFE/RL 15 Mar 2025 -- The US military has launched a large-scale attack against Iran-linked Huthi fighters in Yemen and warned Tehran that it must immediately cease support for US-designated terrorist group.
UN: Iran using drones to enforce hijab law VOA 15 Mar 2025 -- A Friday report by the United Nations says Iran is using advanced technology, including drones, facial recognition and a citizen-reporting app to crack down on violations of its mandatory hijab laws.
China, Russia, Iran reaffirm dialogue as only viable option for Iranian nuclear issue People's Daily 15 Mar 2025 -- China, Russia and Iran held a meeting in Beijing to discuss the Iranian nuclear issue on Friday, in a fresh bid to strengthen communication and pave the way for resumption of talks.
China proposes five points on proper settlement of Iranian nuclear issue People's Daily 15 Mar 2025 -- China proposed five points on the proper settlement of the Iranian nuclear issue, as Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Ryabkov Sergey Alexeevich and Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi in Beijing on Friday.
Iran welcomes signing of a border treaty between Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan IRNA 14 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei has welcomed the signing of the border treaty between the Kyrgyz Republic and the Republic of Tajikistan.
Iran welcomes Armenia-Azerbaijan peace deal IRNA 14 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei has welcomed the news of an agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan on the terms of a peace agreement between the two countries describing it as a necessary and important step towards achieving lasting peace in the South Caucasus region.
Iran: Tajikistan-Kyrgyzstan border agreement 'major step' towards peace promotion Press TV 14 Mar 2025 -- Iran welcomes the presidential signing of a state border agreement by Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan following decades-long negotiations.
Iran welcomes draft peace deal between Armenia, Azerbaijan Press TV 14 Mar 2025 -- Iran has welcomed the potential peace agreement announced by Armenia and Azerbaijan to resolve nearly four decades of conflict.
Exclusive: Second Iranian ship suspected of carrying missile ingredient leaves China VOA 14 Mar 2025 -- A second Iranian ship that Western news reports have named as part of a scheme to import a missile propellant ingredient from China is heading to Iran with a major cargo load, an exclusive VOA analysis has found. Ship-tracking websites show the Iranian-flagged cargo ship Jairandeparted China on Monday, a month later than the expected departure cited by one of the news reports.
Joint Statement of the Beijing Meeting between China, Russia and Iran PRC MofA 14 Mar 2025
China's Five-Point Proposition on the Iranian Nuclear Issue PRC MofA 14 Mar 2025 -- On 14 March 2025, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Deputy Foreign Minister Ryabkov Sergey Alexeevich of the Russian Federation and Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi of the Islamic Republic of Iran who attended the Beijing Meeting Between China, Russia and Iran, and proposed the following five points on the proper settlement of the Iranian nuclear issue.
Chinese FM outlines five-point proposal for Iranian nuclear issue, opposing use of force, illegal sanctions Global Times 14 Mar 2025 -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, outlined on Friday China's five-point proposal for properly resolving the Iranian nuclear issue under the new circumstances including resolving disputes through political and diplomatic means, and opposing the use of force and illegal sanctions.
China makes five-point proposals on Iran nuclear issue, calling on relevant parties to abandon pressure, sanctions Global Times 14 Mar 2025 -- Responding to a question on the impact of the China-Russia-Iran meeting on the Iranian nuclear issue, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Mao Ning, stated at a press conference on Friday that the situation surrounding the Iran nuclear issue is grave, once again reaching a critical crossroads. She emphasized that sanctions, pressure, and threats of force will not resolve the issue, and dialogue and negotiations are the only path forward.
China holds trilateral meeting with Russia, Iran on Iranian nuclear issue Global Times 14 Mar 2025 -- A China-Russia-Iran meeting on the Iranian nuclear issue started in Beijing on Friday morning, CCTV News reported.
China warns West about consequences of using snapback mechanism against Iran IRNA 14 Mar 2025 -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has warned the West about the consequences of using the snapback mechanism against Iran, emphasizing that such an action could destroy the outcome of years of diplomatic efforts to reach a nuclear deal with Tehran.
Iran, China, and Russia urge end to unlawful sanctions IRNA 14 Mar 2025 -- Iranian, Chinese, and Russian diplomats in a meeting in Beijing on Friday exchanged views on Iran's nuclear program and other international issues of common concern.
Iran and China discuss nuclear talks and removal of sanctions IRNA 14 Mar 2025 -- Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Kazem Gharibabadi, who has traveled to Beijing to participate in the trilateral meeting of deputy foreign ministers of China Russia and Iran, met with Ma Zhaoxu, Deputy Foreign Minister of China ahead of the session.
China says it opposes force, sanctions against Iran, calls on US to show 'political sincerity' Press TV 14 Mar 2025 -- China has put forward a five-point proposal aimed at addressing Western-fueled disputes over Iran's nuclear energy program, rejecting the use of force and illegal sanctions against the Islamic Republic and urging the United States to adopt a "sincere" political attitude towards the matter.
Iran: Beijing meeting urges end to sanctions and pressure, calls for dialogue Press TV 14 Mar 2025 -- Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Kazem Gharibabadi has described Iran-Russia-China meeting in Beijing as an important step in resolving nuclear issue, calling the US's withdrawal from the 2015 nuclear deal "the root cause of all problems".
'Not a single word about nukes': Russia says 'nuclear-related' anti-Iran sanctions 'illegal' Press TV 14 Mar 2025 -- Russia says all sanctions imposed on Iran over its nuclear energy program are illegal, emphasizing that Tehran has never expressed any intention to seek and develop nuclear weapons.
China, Russia urge end to 'unlawful sanctions' on Iran Press TV 14 Mar 2025 -- Chinese and Russian diplomats have called for the lifting of "unlawful sanctions" imposed against Iran, reiterating Tehran's right to peaceful uses of nuclear energy.
China, Iran, Russia Demand End To US Sanctions On Tehran RFE/RL 14 Mar 2025 -- .China, Russia, and Iran demanded an end to Washington's "illegal, unilateral sanctions" on Tehran, after three-party talks on the Iranian nuclear issue in Beijing on March 14.
Iran: Government continues systematic repression and escalates surveillance to crush dissent in the aftermath of protests, UN Fact-Finding Mission says OHCHR 14 Mar 2025 -- Two and a half years after the "Woman, Life, Freedom" protests began in September 2022, the Government of Iran continues to ramp up efforts to restrict the rights of women and girls, and others demanding human rights as part of a concerted effort to crush dissent, the UN's Independent International Fact-Finding Mission on the Islamic Republic of Iran warned in a new report today.
Iran protests: Human Rights Council probe condemns online, app-based repression UN News 14 Mar 2025 -- The Iranian Government has continued to ramp up efforts to restrict the rights of civilians including young children as part of a concerted effort to crush dissent, investigators mandated by the UN Human Rights Council said on Friday.
Decision Time For Iran After Delivery Of Trump Letter RFE/RL 14 Mar 2025
New sanctions against Iran demonstrate U.S. hypocrisy: Foreign Ministry spokesperson IRNA 14 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei has strongly condemned new U.S. sanctions against Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad and some other entities and vessels involved in the country's crude exports as a testament to Washington's "infringement of the law and hypocrisy".
Iran is reviewing Trump's letter: Foreign Ministry spokesperson IRNA 14 Mar 2025 -- The spokesperson for the Foreign Ministry says Iran is reviewing the content of U.S. President's Donald Trump's letter, adding that a decision will be made on how to respond after a thorough evaluation and review.
Iran: New sanctions demonstrate US 'hypocrisy, infringement of law' Press TV 14 Mar 2025 -- Iran has strongly condemned new US sanctions against Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad and some entities and vessels involved in the country's crude exports as a testament to Washington's "infringement of the law and hypocrisy."
China Hosts Iran, Russia In Talks Over Tehran's Nuclear Dispute With West RFE/RL 14 Mar 2025 -- Beijing urged "calm" and "restraint" as it prepared to host three-party talks with Tehran and Moscow in pursuit of a diplomatic solution to the Iran nuclear issue.
Iran condemns Israel's blockade on Gaza, calls it 'crime against humanity' IRNA 13 Mar 2025 -- Iran has strongly condemned Israel's move to block food supplies and cut electricity to the Gaza Strip, calling it a "crime against humanity" and part of an ongoing genocide against the Palestinian people.
Iran blasts Israel's move to halt food, aid deliveries to Gaza as 'crime against humanity' Press TV 13 Mar 2025 -- Iran has denounced the Israeli regime's move to stop aid deliveries and cut off electricity supplies to the besieged Gaza Strip as an example of crime against humanity.
Beijing meeting between China, Russia, Iran set to start; a step signaling expanded strategic synergies: expert Global Times 13 Mar 2025 -- China will hold the Beijing meeting between China, Russia and Iran on the Iranian nuclear issue on Friday, which Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning described on Thursday as "China's latest diplomatic effort with the aim of enhancing communication and coordination."
Beijing meeting between China, Russia, Iran on Iranian nuclear issue represents China's latest diplomatic effort: FM Global Times 13 Mar 2025 -- In response to a media question about China's expectations for the Beijing meeting between China, Russia and Iran on the Iranian nuclear issue to be held on Friday, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning stated that China has released information about this upcoming meeting.
Iran will not negotiate with the U.S. under 'maximum pressure:' Foreign minister IRNA 13 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says Iran will enter direct talks with the United States only in equal conditions and free from threats, emphasizing that the other side should realize that the pressure policy is ineffective.
Iran slams UNSC meeting as an 'unwarranted interference' in its cooperation with the IAEA IRNA 13 Mar 2025 -- Iran has strongly objected to a United Nations Security Council meeting on the country's nuclear program, calling it an "unwarranted interference" in Tehran's ongoing cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
UN Security Council meeting on Iran 'blatant political maneuver': Envoy Press TV 13 Mar 2025 -- Iran's ambassador to the UN has condemned the Security Council meeting on Tehran's nuclear program as a "blatant political maneuver" which misuses the world body in an attempt to "advance narrow agendas."
US seeks to weaponize UN Security Council to step up econ. warfare against Iran: Envoy Press TV 13 Mar 2025 -- Iran's ambassador to the United Nations has condemned the United States' latest efforts to manipulate the UN Security Council (UNSC) as part of its ongoing campaign of economic and political pressure against the Islamic Republic.
Iran summons EU3 envoys over 'provocative' meeting on its nuclear program Press TV 13 Mar 2025 -- Iran has summoned the diplomatic representatives of the UK, France and Germany to convey its "strong protest at the irresponsible and provocative approach" of the three countries in convening a closed-door UN Security Council meeting on Tehran's nuclear program.
No enemy can defeat us if we commit to our martyrs' ideals: Pezeshkian Press TV 13 Mar 2025 -- President Masoud Pezeshkian has stressed that national unity and adherence to the ideals of the martyrs were the key to overcoming any enemy, warning that internal divisions served only to embolden adversaries.
Sanctioning Service Providers That Facilitate Iran's Crude Oil Trade US Dept. of State 13 Mar 2025 -- The Iranian regime continues to fuel conflict in the Middle East, advance its nuclear program, and support its terrorist proxies. Iran's illicit oil trade fuels these destabilizing activities. Its oil exports are enabled by a network of shipping facilitators in multiple jurisdictions who, through obfuscation and deception, load and transport Iranian oil for sale to buyers in Asia. Iran's MINISTRY OF PETROLEUM, NATIONAL IRANIAN OIL COMPANY, and NATIONAL IRANIAN TANKER COMPANY, U.S.-designated entities, rely significantly on ship-to-ship (STS) transfers and associated third-country service providers to optimize the efficiency of their tanker fleet.
Treasury Sanctions Iranian Oil Minister, Shadow Fleet Operators US Treasury 13 Mar 2025 -- Today, the Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is designating Iran's Minister of Petroleum, Mohsen Paknejad, who oversees the export of tens of billions of dollars' worth of Iranian oil and has allocated billions of dollars' worth of oil to Iran's armed forces for export. OFAC is also designating several entities in multiple jurisdictions, including the People's Republic of China (PRC) and India, for their ownership or operation of vessels that have delivered Iranian oil to the PRC, or lifted Iranian oil from storage in Dalian, PRC.
US imposes new sanctions day after Trump's letter delivered to Iran Press TV 13 Mar 2025 -- The US Treasury Department has issued sanctions against Iran's Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad, and some vessels that are part of a fleet involved in the Iranian crude oil exports after the Trump administration sent a letter to the country.
Pezeshkian: Enemies' conspiracies against Iran will lead nowhere Press TV 13 Mar 2025 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says oil sanctions by enemies against Iran cannot harm the Islamic Republic as long as Iranians rely on the country's internal capacities, resources and assets.
Iran rejects talks under US 'maximum pressure,' vows 'maximum resistance' Press TV 13 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Iran will not engage in talks with the United States unless negotiations are free from pressure and threats.
Sanctions on Iran's Oil Minister and Shadow Fleet to Exert Maximum Pressure US Dept. of State 13 Mar 2025 -- The Department of State is sanctioning three entities and identifying three vessels as blocked property today to stop the flow of revenue the Iranian regime uses to finance its destabilizing activities.
Iran Army Ground Force fully ready to respond to any threat: Commander Press TV 13 Mar 2025 -- Iran's Army Ground Force Commander Brigadier General Kiumars Heidari says his forces have drawn up all the necessary plans and stand ready to respond to any threat against the country.
Beijing to host talks on Iranian nuclear issue People's Daily 13 Mar 2025 -- As China, Russia and Iran prepare to hold talks on the Iranian nuclear issue in Beijing on Friday, observers said the meeting will once again highlight China's unique role in advocating the political settlement of regional and international hot spot issues.
China to hold Beijing meeting between China, Russia, Iran on Iranian nuclear issue Global Times 12 Mar 2025 -- China will hold the Beijing meeting between China, Russia and Iran on the Iranian nuclear issue on March 14, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson announced on Wednesday.
Tripartite meeting of Iran, China, Russia to focus on nuclear issues IRNA 12 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei says the upcoming meeting between Iran, China, and Russia will mainly address the issues related to nuclear energy and sanctions removal.
Leader: U.S. president's invitation for talks with Iran aims to deceive the world public opinion IRNA 12 Mar 2025 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the United States' claim that it is ready to negotiate with Iran is aimed at deceiving the world public opinion.
Trump's call for talks with Iran 'deception': Ayatollah Khamenei Press TV 12 Mar 2025 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says a call by US President Donald Trump for negotiations with Iran is nothing but an attempt to "deceive the world public opinion" and portray the Islamic Republic as the party not willing to give diplomacy another chance.
Iran FM says 'received letter by Trump from Emirati envoy' Press TV 12 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said a letter from US President Donald Trump had been delivered to him via an envoy from the United Arab Emirates.
UAE Delegate Delivers Letter From Trump To Khamenei, Iran Says RFE/RL 12 Mar 2025 -- Iran said a delegation led by a senior Emirati figure has delivered a letter from US President Donald Trump to the Islamic republic's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Araqchi: Iran to receive Trump's letter through an Arab country IRNA 12 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says a letter written by U.S. President Donald Trump will be handed over to Iran through an Arab state.
Combined Maritime Security Belt Exercise shows the authority of Iran's Navy: Araghchi IRNA 12 Mar 2025 -- In a message to the Navy Commander on the occasion of the Seventh Combined Exercise of the Maritime Security Belt 2025, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi emphasized that this exercise demonstrates the valor of the Iranian Navy in the international arenas.
US: Iran ignoring international concerns about its nuclear program VOA 12 Mar 2025 -- The United States warned Wednesday that it will continue to exert "maximum pressure" on Iran in order to prevent it from achieving a nuclear weapon, as Tehran rejected its offer for new nuclear talks amid growing concerns about its stockpile of enriched uranium.
Russia wants the revival of JCPOA, calls the U.S. demand for new Iran deal 'impossible' IRNA 12 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has reiterated Moscow's support for the revival of the landmark deal originally signed by Iran and six other world powers back in 2015.
Regional states capable of ensuring their own security: Iran Navy commander IRNA 12 Mar 2025 -- In an interview with Qatar's Al Jazeera TV network, Rear Admiral Shahram Irani, the Navy Commander of the Islamic Republic of Iran, said on Wednesday that enemies must reassess their stance toward the West Asia region, emphasizingthat the regional states can guarantee their own security.
Iran warns it is about to target Americans engaged in 'terror, sabotage' with sanctions, legal measures Press TV 12 Mar 2025 -- A senior Iranian diplomat has announced plans by the country to impose sanctions and pursue legal actions against American individuals involved in terrorist activities, cyber sabotage, human rights violations, and other actions detrimental to Iranians and the Islamic Republic's national security.
Treasury Sanctions Swedish Gang and Leader Serving Iranian Regime US Treasury 12 Mar 2025 -- Today, Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned the Foxtrot Network, a transnational criminal organization (TCO) primarily based in Sweden that has trafficked illicit drugs and that carried out attacks on Israelis and Jews in Europe, along with its fugitive leader Rawa Majid. In January 2024, the Foxtrot Network orchestrated an attack on the Israeli Embassy in Stockholm, Sweden, on behalf of the Government of Iran.
Sanctioning the Foxtrot Network US Dept. of State 12 Mar 2025 -- Today, the United States is sanctioning the Foxtrot Network, a transnational criminal organization, and its fugitive leader, Rawa Majid. The Foxtrot Network is a notorious criminal gang based in Sweden and a prominent drug trafficking organization in the region.
'I was there to try to kill the journalist,' gunman tells New York court VOA 12 Mar 2025 -- A self-described member of a Russian organized crime group told a court on Tuesday that he tried to kill the Iranian American journalist and VOA host Masih Alinejad in New York in 2022.
China, Iran, Russia complete joint maritime drill, 'boosting capabilities in non-traditional security field' Global Times 12 Mar 2025 -- China, Iran and Russia on Tuesday wrapped up a maritime drill after practicing night live-fire shooting and rescue operation of simulated hijacked commercial ships near Iran. A Chinese expert said the exercise has boosted the three countries' naval capabilities in dealing with non-traditional security threats.
Foreign minister says Iran stands with Iraq to thwart unlawful U.S. moves IRNA 11 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says Iran is determined to fulfill its obligation to the Iraqi administration in thwarting unlawful actions by the United States.
Iran: US decision to revoke Iraq waiver 'extremely deplorable' Press TV 11 Mar 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has slammed the new US administration's decision to revoke Iraq's sanctions waiver for importing electricity from Iran.
Iran's participation in multinational drills showcases Navy's strength in international waters: FM Press TV 11 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has emphasized that the Iranian Navy's deserving and powerful participation in the 7th Maritime Security Belt 2025 multinational naval exercises demonstrated the strength and capability of the force in operating across the international waters.
Iran, China, Russia carry out shooting operations at naval drill Press TV 11 Mar 2025 -- The spokesman for the large-scale Security Belt-2025 joint naval exercise says participating units of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Russia, and China have successfully conducted day and night shooting operations against aerial targets during the drill in the northern part of the Indian Ocean.
Sanctions pose challenges to Iran's fight against drug trafficking: Official IRNA 11 Mar 2025 -- Hossein Zolfaghari, the secretary general of the Drug Control Headquarters of the Islamic Republic of Iran, said on Monday that the imposition of unilateral and cruel sanctions on Iranian citizens and the government not only hindered efforts to combat drug trafficking but also increased the costs of healthcare programs.
Iran succumbs to no request under pressure, threat, or sanction: Official IRNA 11 Mar 2025 -- Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Kazem Gharibabadi has stressed that the Iranian nation will not welcome any request under pressure, sanction, or threat.
'Do whatsoever you want': President Pezeshkian rejects talks with US under threats Press TV 11 Mar 2025 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has sharply rebuked the Trump administration's maximalist approach toward Iran, declaring that the Islamic Republic is not Ukraine and it will not negotiate with the United States under threats or coercion.
Senior official: Iran not to cave in under pressure of sanctions Press TV 11 Mar 2025 -- Iran's deputy foreign minister for legal and international affairs says the Islamic Republic will not cave in to external pressure, adding that the so-called rights advocates are themselves the biggest rights violators for subjecting Iran to the most brutal sanctions.
Iran condemns deadly violence in Syria against minority groups, urges end to massacre Press TV 10 Mar 2025 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry conveys Tehran's strong condemnation of the massacres against civilians in Syria, denouncing the bloodletting as well as any other hostile and ill-intentioned action targeting minority groups in the Arab country.
Iran Armed Forces ready to give 'crushing response' to aggressors: Army commander Press TV 10 Mar 2025 -- Iran's Army Ground Force Commander Brigadier General Kiumars Heidari says his forces are completely ready to give a decisive response to any possible act of aggression against the country.
Navy chief: Trump's remarks on U.S.'s power illusionary IRNA 10 Mar 2025 -- Navy Commander Rear Admiral Shahram Irani has emphasized that U.S. President Donald Trump's comments on U.S.'s power stem from an "illusion."
'New maritime powers' present in high seas, Iran Navy chief says in reaction to Trump Press TV 10 Mar 2025 -- Amid military drills jointly held by the Iranian, Chinese and Russian navies in the northern part of the Indian Ocean, Iran Navy chief says the number of maritime powers enjoying naval capabilities and power is growing.
Russian, Chinese naval vessels enter Iranian waters for major joint military drills Press TV 10 Mar 2025 -- Flotillas of Russian and Chinese military vessels have arrived in Iran's territorial waters in the northern part of the Indian Ocean to participate in the large-scale Security Belt-2025 joint naval exercise, which will feature various divisions from the three powerhouses.
Chinese and Russian warships enter Iran's territorial waters to attend 'Security Belt 2025' naval exercise IRNA 10 Mar 2025 -- Chinese and Russian warships have entered the Iranian territorial waters to participate in "Security Belt 2025" naval exercise in the northern Indian Ocean.
Iran Will Not Negotiate Under US 'Intimidation' As Trump Intensifies Pressure RFE/RL 10 Mar 2025 -- Iran said it will not enter negotiations with the United States over its disputed nuclear program under what it said is "pressure and intimidation" from Washington.
Tehran reiterates: No letter received from U.S. president IRNA 10 Mar 2025 -- Tehran has once again said that it has not received a letter from U.S. President Donald Trump, days after he claimed to have sent such a letter to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.
Foreign minister says negotiating is different from bullying IRNA 10 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says Iran will not hold talks on its nuclear energy program under pressure as negotiation is different from bullying.
Iran will never engage in negotiations under pressure, intimidation: Araghchi Press TV 10 Mar 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has categorically dismissed the possibility of engaging in negotiations under pressure and intimidation.
Russian diplomat says JCPOA has no alternatives IRNA 10 Mar 2025 -- Mikhail Ulyanov, Russia's permanent representative to international organizations in Vienna, has emphasized that there is no alternative to the JCPOA, urging for genuine diplomacy rather than "microphone diplomacy."
Russia plans to cooperate with U.S. on Iran's nuclear file amid improving ties IRNA 10 Mar 2025 -- Russia has expressed a desire to collaborate with the United States to address West Asia issues, including the commotion surrounding Iran's nuclear program, given that its ties with Washington are improving.
Iran petrochemicals under pressure for failing to return export proceeds Press TV 10 Mar 2025 -- Iranian petrochemical companies have been criticized by the country's central bank and economic experts for failing to do enough to calm a hard currency crisis that has fueled inflation.
Iran opens first infill well at South Pars gas field Press TV 10 Mar 2025 -- Iran has started gas production from a first infill well in its largest gas field in the Persian Gulf amid efforts to boost supply from the field to respond to a growing demand for energy in the country.
Iraq warns US its power grid would collapse without Iran gas supplies Press TV 09 Mar 2025 -- A senior Iraqi official has warned the United States that any move by Washington to restrict the supply of natural gas from Iran to Iraq would cause a collapse to the Arab country's electrical grid.
Washington rescinds Iraq's waiver to buy electricity from Iran: Report IRNA 09 Mar 2025 -- The United States has reportedly ended a waiver that allowed Iraq to buy electricity from Iran, as part of President Donald Trump's "maximum pressure" policy against the Islamic Republic.
Trump admin. revokes Iraq's sanctions waiver for Iranian electricity imports Press TV 09 Mar 2025 -- The administration of US President Donald Trump has refused to renew a sanctions waiver that previously allowed Iraq to pay for electricity imported from Iran, putting the country's ability to meet its domestic energy needs at risk.
China, Iran, Russia to hold joint naval drill, eye military cooperation boost: Chinese defense ministry Global Times 09 Mar 2025 -- Chinese Defense Ministry announced on Sunday that China will soon hold a joint naval exercise with Iran and Russia near Iran, with the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy sending a destroyer and a replenish ship. Chinese experts said the routine drill helps safeguard security in the strategically important energy shipping region and is crucial to global peace and stability.
China, Russia, and Iran Set To Hold Naval Exercises Amid Deepening Cooperation RFE/RL 09 Mar 2025 -- Warships from China, Russia, and Iran will hold exercises in a key Middle Eastern waterway as the three partners highlight their deepening cooperation and showcase their growing capabilities, according to reports in state-run media.
Iran, China, Russia will kick off 'Security Belt 2025' naval exercise on Monday IRNA 09 Mar 2025 -- The Navies of Iran, China and Russia will kick off joint drills in the northern Indian Ocean with the aim of promoting security in the area and enhancing trilateral naval cooperation.
Iranian, Russian, Chinese forces to hold joint naval exercise: Beijing Press TV 09 Mar 2025 -- A joint naval exercise involving the naval forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Russia, and China is scheduled to be held in the northern part of the Indian Ocean, where the three nations will engage in large-scale maritime operations featuring various divisions of their military forces.
US Threatens Possible Military Response After Tehran Rejects Nuclear Outreach RFE/RL 09 Mar 2025 -- The White House again warned Tehran that it can be dealt with either through military means or by reaching a deal over its nuclear program, remarks that came hours after Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei rejected a US proposal for negotiations between the two bitter rivals.
Pezeshkian: Iran considers conflict detrimental to itself, region and the world IRNA 09 Mar 2025 -- President Masoud Pezeshkian says Iran's principled policy is based on de-escalation and fostering unity in West Asia, as the Islamic Republic believes that any kind of tension and conflict will be detrimental to all, including the country itself.
President Pezeshkian warns that tension and conflict will harm Iran, global stability Press TV 09 Mar 2025 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says tension, unrest and conflict will be detrimental to Iran, the region and the entire world.
Iran says it might consider negotiations only to ease nuclear 'militarization' concerns IRNA 09 Mar 2025 -- Iran's permanent mission to the United Nations says the Islamic Republic might consider holding negotiations only if the objective is to ease concerns about the "potential militarization" of its nuclear program.
Iran will not wait for any letter from the U.S. to neuter the sanctions: Qalibaf IRNA 09 Mar 2025 -- Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Baqer Qalibaf says Iran will not wait for any letter from the United States in order to neuter the existing sanctions against the Islamic Republic.
Iran will not wait for any letter from US: Parliament speaker Press TV 09 Mar 2025 -- Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf says Iran will not wait for any letter from the United States as the country relies on its domestic capacities.
Iran rules out talks aimed at dismantling 'peaceful nuclear program': UN mission Press TV 09 Mar 2025 -- Iran's permanent mission to the United Nations says there is no possibility of any negotiations aimed at dismantling the country's "peaceful nuclear program."
IRGC dismantles two terrorist teams in southeast Iran IRNA 09 Mar 2025 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says it has disbanded two Takfiri terrorist teams in Sistan-and-Baluchestan province, southeast Iran.
Role of world's largest gas field in Iran's energy security Press TV 09 Mar 2025 -- President Masoud Pezeshkian on Saturday attended the signing ceremony of seven contracts worth $17 billion to boost pressure at the South Pars gas field by domestic companies.
Iran rebukes Canada's new sanctions as deceitful, in breach of international law Press TV 09 Mar 2025 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry has strongly denounced the latest round of Canadian sanctions against the Islamic Republic, characterizing them as "deceitful" and "in violation of international law."
Canada sanctions 7 Iranian individuals, entities IRNA 08 Mar 2025 -- Canada has imposed new sanctions on Iran, targeting several individuals and entities over their alleged links to networks involved in production of weapons which Ottawa claims have been sent to Russia for use in the Ukraine war.
Foreign minister says Iran has not received any letter from the U.S. IRNA 08 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says Iran has not received any letter from the United States, after President Donald Trump claimed to have sent such a letter to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.
Iran has not received any letter from US president: Foreign Minister Araghchi Press TV 08 Mar 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Tehran has not received a letter from US President Donald Trump.
Iran will definitely reject insistence on talks by bullying powers: Ayatollah Khamenei Press TV 08 Mar 2025 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the insistence of some bullying powers on holding talks with Iran does not aim to solve issues.
Military attack cannot destroy Iran's nuclear program: Foreign minister IRNA 08 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says that Iran's nuclear program cannot be destroyed by a military attack and warned that if the "Zionist regime" attacks Iran, it will lead to widespread conflicts in the Middle East.
Persian Gulf states will run out of drinking water in 3 days if Iran's nuclear sites are attacked: Qatar IRNA 08 Mar 2025 -- Qatar's Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani has strongly warned that any attack on Iran's nuclear facilities will have catastrophic consequences for the entire region.
Persian Gulf states to run out of water in 3 days if Iran's nuclear sites attacked: Qatari PM Press TV 08 Mar 2025 -- Qatar's prime minister says his country and the Persian Gulf Arab states will run out of water within three days if Iran's nuclear facilities are targeted by the United States or the Israeli regime.
Pezeshkian warns of improper energy use, apologizes for power outages IRNA 08 Mar 2025 -- President Masoud Pezeshkian says improper energy consumption is among the primary challenges facing the country, while at the same time apologizing for the inconveniences caused by energy imbalances and recent power outages.
Pezeshkian: National unity is overriding priority, we shouldn't give in to enemies' threats Press TV 08 Mar 2025 -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has described national unity as the overriding priority in the country, calling upon all strata of society to join forces to overcome existing problems.
Iran awards $17bn worth of contracts to boost pressure in South Pars Press TV 08 Mar 2025 -- Iran has awarded some $17 billion worth of contracts to domestic companies for a major pressure-boosting project in South Pars, the world's largest gas field that straddles the maritime border between Iran and Qatar in the Persian Gulf.
Iran reiterates stance on Palestine, declares reservations about OIC resolution IRNA 08 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says the Islamic Republic believes that the two-state solution will not secure Palestinian rights, emphasizing Tehran's support for the establishment of one state representing all the original inhabitants of Palestine.
Two-state solution fails to secure Palestinian rights: Iranian foreign minister Press TV 08 Mar 2025 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has reaffirmed Tehran's rejection of the two-state solution as a means to securing Palestinian rights, emphasizing that Iran's unwavering support for the Palestinian cause remains steadfast under all circumstances.
Iran: France should accept its responsibility for peace by stopping the blame game IRNA 07 Mar 2025 -- In response to the claims made by senior French officials against Iran in connection with the Ukrainian conflict, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esma'eel Baqayi called on French officials to stop the blame game, accept their responsibilities and mistakes towards regional and international peace and security, and work to correct them.
Violence in Syria causes regional instability, invites further Israeli provocations: Iran Press TV 07 Mar 2025 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry expresses grave concern regarding the ongoing spread of violence and instability across Syria, warning that the unwelcome situation serves to pave the way for regional instability and further Israeli provocations.
Iran voices concern over developments in Syria IRNA 07 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Ministry spokesperson in reaction to reports of violence and insecurity in different parts of Syria says that the Islamic Republic of Iran is closely monitoring internal developments in Syria and is following with great concern the news and reports published about violence and insecurity across the Syria.
Trump Says He Offered Nuclear Talks With Iran's Khamenei RFE/RL 07 Mar 2025 -- US President Donald Trump has said he sent a letter to Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei proposing talks to reach a deal over Tehran's nuclear program.
Trump sends letter to Iran, pressing for restart of nuclear talks VOA 07 Mar 2025 -- U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday appeared to signal that he is ready to take military action on Iran, unless the country agrees to a new deal that would restrain its rapidly advancing nuclear program.
After series of anti-Iran moves, U.S. president says he has asked Tehran to reopen nuclear negotiations IRNA 07 Mar 2025 -- He pulled the United States from a finely-negotiated multinational deal with Iran during his first term in office. He torpedoed the implementation of the agreement by the remaining parties during the rest of that term. Early into his second term, he signed a presidential memo to restore "maximum pressure" on Iran. Now U.S. President Donald Trump says he has asked Iran to reopen negotiations.
Iran condemns US policy of maximum pressure as violation of law, crime against humanity IRNA 07 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esma'eel Baqayi has described the hostile statements of the U.S. treasury secretary regarding the continuation of the maximum pressure policy against the Iranian people as a clear sign of the continued enmity of U.S. policymakers towards the Iranian nation.
Iran: No negotiations with US while threats, sanctions persist Press TV 07 Mar 2025 -- Iranian Minister of Foreign Affairs Abbas Araghchi says Tehran will not engage in direct nuclear negotiations with the United States as long as Washington persists with unilateral sanctions and threats.
Iran's UN mission on Trump's claim: 'We've not received such a letter yet' Press TV 07 Mar 2025 -- Iran's permanent mission to the United Nations has dismissed the latest claim by US President Donald Trump about sending a letter to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, proposing negotiations on a new nuclear deal.
Iran slams US 'maximum pressure' policy as 'crime against humanity' Press TV 07 Mar 2025 -- Iran says Washington's continuation of its so-called "maximum pressure" policy against Tehran is tantamount to "crime against humanity," stressing that the failed policy will not yield new results for Washington.
The U.S. threatens to 'collapse' Iran's economy IRNA 07 Mar 2025 -- U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has said that President Donald Trump's sanctions against Iran are aimed at shutting down the country's oil industry.
Can Russia Be A Trustworthy Mediator For Iran? RFE/RL 07 Mar 2025
Minister Joly announces additional sanctions against Iran Canada 07 Mar 2025 -- Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced that Canada is imposing new sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations against Iranian individuals and entities who have engaged in gross human rights violations against Iranian civilians and destabilizing activities in the Middle East region and globally that undermine international peace, security or stability in a manner that is consistent with the policies of Iran.
Backgrounder: Additional sanctions against Iran Canada 07 Mar 2025
Parliament gives five recommendations to Rafael Grossi IRNA 07 Mar 2025 -- The National Security and Foreign Policy Commission of the Parliament in a statement has responded to the recent statements of the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Rafael Grossi, saying, "Regulate the Agency's behavior and your statements based on the Agency's rules and solely in the technical field, and avoid political statements."
Sanctions not working against Iran: UN nuclear chief Press TV 07 Mar 2025 -- The United Nations top nuclear official says the United States-led sanctions against Iran's nuclear energy program have been ineffective.
Taliban urge Pakistan, Iran to slow return of Afghan nationals VOA 06 Mar 2025 -- Afghanistan's Taliban Thursday called on neighbors Pakistan and Iran to be patient with Afghan refugees and follow an organized process for their return, considering Afghanistan's economic challenges.
Plan to forcibly relocate people of Gaza is continuation of genocide with political means: Iran IRNA 06 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esma'eel Baqayi while referring to Iran's efforts to hold a meeting of the Organization of Islamic States has said that the plan to forcibly relocate the people of Gaza from the occupied Palestine is the continuation of genocide in another way, that is, by using political tools.
Iran: Palestinians' forced displacement continuation of genocide through political means Press TV 06 Mar 2025 -- Iran says the US-Israeli plan for the forced displacement of the Palestinian people in Gaza is the continuation of genocide through political means.
Iran: Requesting a comprehensive report from the IAEA has no legal basis and is dangerous IRNA 06 Mar 2025 -- Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the International Organizations Based in Vienna Mohsen Naziri-Asl while criticizing the West's abuse of the International Atomic Energy Agency's platform for political purposes has emphasized that the request for a comprehensive report on Iran's peaceful nuclear program lacks any legal basis and is considered a dangerous heresy.
Iran, Russia stress using diplomacy to prevent international crisis IRNA 06 Mar 2025 -- Kazem Jalali, ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Russia, in a meeting with Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov discussed cooperation with BRICS countries.
Iran holds Britain accountable for unfounded accusations against Iran IRNA 06 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esma'eel Baqayi has criticized Britian's "irrational hostile mentality regarding Iranians", noting that any government that makes unfounded accusations and takes hostile actions against the Iranian nation shall be held accountable.
Iran rejects 'absurd' UK claim of posing national security threat Press TV 06 Mar 2025 -- Iran has refuted British officials' accusations that Tehran poses a national security threat to the UK, saying they blame the Islamic Republic for something they "excel in and master".
Turkmenistan begins shipping gas to Turkey via Iran: Minister IRNA 05 Mar 2025 -- Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad has announced that natural gas is now flowing from Turkmenistan to Turkey through Iran.
Iran confirms it has started transiting Turkmen gas to Turkey Press TV 05 Mar 2025 -- Iran's oil minister says the country has started receiving gas from Turkmenistan in its northeast and delivering the same amount to its northwestern neighbor Turkey as part of a swap agreement.
Iran to increase aviation industry services to Russia IRNA 05 Mar 2025 -- President of the Civil Aviation Organization Hossein Pourfarzaneh and Head of the Federal Agency for Air Transport of the Russian Federation Dmitry Yadrov have agreed for Iran to expand its aviation industry exports to Russia.
Russia to Europe: Stop snapback threats against Iran, move past 'phantom pains' IRNA 05 Mar 2025 -- Russia has slammed the threats by Britain, France, and Germany to trigger the snapback of sanctions against Iran as an "irresponsible" and "unlawful" rhetoric, urging the trio to focus their efforts on finding a solution to the situation they themselves created.
Kremlin confirms Russia, U.S. discussed Iran in Riyadh talks; rejects rumors on Putin's mediation IRNA 05 Mar 2025 -- An aide to Russian President Vladimir Putin has confirmed news reports published in the Western media that the issue of Iran was raised in the negotiations between Russia and the United States, and saying this issue was discussed during the negotiations in Riyadh on February 18.
Why Did Russian Weapons Experts Visit Iran? RFE/RL 05 Mar 2025 -- Senior Russian missile and air-defense specialists traveled to Iran last year as the Islamic republic expanded its military cooperation with Moscow.
Iran wraps up 'unprecedented' military exercises highlighting strengths, weaknesses, researchers say VOA 05 Mar 2025 -- Iran is wrapping up two months of its most intense military exercises in decades as it tries to deter potential attacks from its archrivals Israel and the United States, security researchers tell VOA.
Iran rejects the U.K.'s claims as 'baseless' IRNA 05 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Ministry spokeperson Esma'eel Baqayi has rejected the British officials' allegations that Iran is trying to threaten the European country's national security as "baseless".
Iran dismisses UK accusation of threatening Britain's national security Press TV 05 Mar 2025 -- Iran has dismissed as baseless Britain's claim that Tehran threatens British national security, urging London to abandon its unconstructive approach toward Iran and the broader West Asia region.
NPT Safeguards Agreement with Iran: Quad statement to the IAEA Board, March 2025 UK FCDO 05 Mar 2025 -- UK Ambassador Corinne Kitsell's statement on behalf of France, Germany, the UK and United States (the Quad) to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board meeting about Iran's implementation of its obligations under its Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) Safeguards Agreement
IAEA Board of Governors on the JCPoA, March 2025: E3 statement UK FCDO 05 Mar 2025 -- France, Germany and the UK (E3) gave a joint statement to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors on Iran's implementation of its nuclear commitments under the JCPoA
Iran rejects Western pressure tactic, calls on the IAEA to be impartial IRNA 05 Mar 2025 -- Iran's ambassador to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has called for the verifiable lifting of U.S. sanctions, stressing that a pressure campaign to force the Islamic Republic to unilaterally implement nuclear-related commitments is both ineffective and counterproductive.
Iran's IAEA envoy: West's 'ineffective' pressure campaign to backfire Press TV 05 Mar 2025 -- The Western strategy of exerting pressure on Tehran to force its unilateral compliance with nuclear obligations is "not only ineffective but also counterproductive," Iran's envoy to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has warned.
Iran's largest oil producer reports increase in output Press TV 05 Mar 2025 -- Iran's largest oil production company has reported a major increase in its daily output, a fresh sign the country's petroleum industry is making progress despite the continued pressure on its sales and technology imports due to US sanctions.
Russia says ready to mediate between U.S. and Iran IRNA 04 Mar 2025 -- Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov says Russia believes the United States and Iran should resolve all problems through dialogue, adding that Moscow is ready to do "everything in its power" to achieve this goal.
Government spokesperson to Zelenskyy: Security is an indigenous issue IRNA 04 Mar 2025 -- Government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani has advised Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy that security is an indigenous issue.
Russia: Threats of using military force against Iran's nuclear sites 'unacceptable' Press TV 04 Mar 2025 -- Russia has strongly condemned threats of using military force against Iran's nuclear facilities, warning that such actions would have catastrophic consequences.
Power generated by Iran's only nuclear plant at over $8bn: Report Press TV 04 Mar 2025 -- Iran's only nuclear power plant has generated some $8.2 billion worth of electricity since it was launched more than 11 years ago, according to a report published in the local media.
Iran court jails ex-ministers over role in massive corruption case Press TV 04 Mar 2025 -- Two ministers who served under a former Iranian administration have been sentenced to prison after they were found guilty of a role in a massive corruption case that involved misusing public funds worth over $3 billion.
Leader's advisor warns Turkish officials against repeating baseless claims about Iran Press TV 04 Mar 2025 -- A senior advisor to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has strongly criticized recent unsubstantiated remarks made by Turkey's foreign minister about Iran, warning Ankara against repeating such unfounded allegations that could harm long-standing regional relations.
Iran summons Ankara's ambassador following incorrect remarks by Turkish FM Press TV 03 Mar 2025 -- Iran has advised Turkish officials to avoid making incorrect remarks and offering unreal analyses, which can lead to tensions in the two countries' relations.
IAEA Board Briefed on Ukraine, Iran, Gender Parity, AI and More IAEA 03 Mar 2025 -- The IAEA Director General reminded the Agency's Board of Governors today of the precarious nuclear safety situation in Ukraine, and discussed his trip to Fukushima, developments with Iran, reaching gender parity at the IAEA and more.
Nuclear energy watchdog chief raises 'serious' safety concerns over sites in Ukraine and Iran UN News 03 Mar 2025 -- In his latest address to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors on Monday, Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi warned of the escalating nuclear safety risks in Ukraine as the conflict grinds on.
Iran deputy interior minister urges enhanced anti-drug campaign with Afghanistan Press TV 03 Mar 2025 -- Iran's Deputy Interior Minister Ali Akbar Pour Jamshidian says Iran and Afghanistan should increase joint cooperation in the campaign against narcotics.
Israeli engineer arrested for offering Iran info on Dimona nuclear reactor: Israeli media Press TV 03 Mar 2025 -- Israeli authorities have reportedly indicted an Israeli engineer for allegedly initiating contact with Iranian intelligence, and offering to sell sensitive information including claims of access to a nuclear research center.
Iran Army conducts over 160 special operations during Zolfaqar 1403 maneuvers: Cmdr. Press TV 03 Mar 2025 -- A senior Iranian Army commander says the force has successfully carried out more than 160 specialized exercises during the Army's recent Zolfaqar 1403 joint military maneuvers in the country's south.
IAEA chief calls for meeting Iranian officials IRNA 03 Mar 2025 -- International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director-General Rafael Grossi says that Iran has increased its high enrichment of uranium, voicing hope that he would meet with Iranian officials.
IAEA Board of Governors to discuss Grossi's report on Iran IRNA 03 Mar 2025 -- The Board of Governors (BoG) of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) kicked off its regular meeting in Vienna, Austria.
Grossi stresses IAEA pursues constructive relations with Iran Press TV 03 Mar 2025 -- Head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) says Iran and the agency need to engage in constructive and continued talks to resolve issues pertaining to Iran's nuclear program.
Police seize massive cache of weapons and ammunition in southeastern Iran IRNA 03 Mar 2025 -- The Public Prosecutor of Sistan and Baluchestan says that police have confiscated a large cache of light and semi-heavy weapons in Sistan and Baluchestan province.
Iran Vice President Zarif Resigns Amid Government Turmoil In Tehran RFE/RL 03 Mar 2025 -- Iranian Vice President for Strategic Affairs Mohammad Javad Zarif has stepped down on the "advice" of the country's judiciary chief, Gholam Hossein Mohseni-Ejei.
Zarif says he has resigned to help 'relieve some of the pressure on Pezeshkian administration' IRNA 03 Mar 2025 -- Vice-President Javad Zarif says he has resigned on advice from the head of the Judiciary to help relieve pressure on the administration of President Masoud Pezeshkian.
Iran says Hezbollah is 'an inseparable part' of Lebanese government IRNA 03 Mar 2025 -- Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esma'eel Baqayi says Iran considers the Hezbollah resistance movement an inseparable part of the Lebanese government, while the Islamic Republic maintains good relations with the government in Beirut.
Iran: Zelensky's humiliation in US 'wake-up call' to return to 19th-century bullying era Press TV 03 Mar 2025 -- Iran says US President Donald Trump's humiliating behavior towards his Ukrainian counterpart, Volodymyr Zelensky, in the White House serves as a "wake-up call" to a return to the 19th-century era of bullying in international relations.
Vice-President Zarif has resigned: Sources IRNA 03 Mar 2025 -- Iran's Vice-President for Strategic Affairs Mohammad-Javad Zarif has tendered his resignation to President Masoud Pezeshkian, IRNA has learned.
Leader says Iran confronted by a coalition of 'hypocritical powers' IRNA 02 Mar 2025 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the Islamic Republic has no issues with other nations; rather, it is confronted by a broad coalition of "hypocritical powers" attempting to interfere in its internal affairs and disrupt its foreign relations.
President acknowledges he shifted position on negotiating with the U.S. to match Leader's stance IRNA 02 Mar 2025 -- President Masoud Pezeshkian says he is committed to the position outlined by Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei regarding negotiations with Washington even though his own view was initially different.
Iran's foreign policy focuses on ties with neighboring nations: Official IRNA 02 Mar 2025 -- Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Majid Takht-e-Ravanchi says that neighbors have a special place in Iran's foreign policy.
Iran Parliament dismisses economy minister over economic mismanagement Press TV 02 Mar 2025 -- Iranian lawmakers have impeached and voted to remove Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance Abdonnasser Hemmati from office over economic problems and the sharp devaluation of the national currency.
Iran to keep current subsidized exchange rate in next year's budget Press TV 01 Mar 2025 -- Iran will keep its current subsidized exchange rate for imports of basic goods in the next calendar year's budget, according to the country's chief banker and amid efforts to control food and medicine prices.
Iran will change military tactics, techniques based on threats: Top Cmdr. Press TV 01 Mar 2025 -- A senior Iranian commander says the country will change its military techniques and tactics in response to evolving threats.
IRGC Navy attains self-sufficiency, will give crushing response to any threat: Commander Press TV 01 Mar 2025 -- The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy reaffirms its unwavering stance on defending Iran's sovereignty, warning that it will give a decisive and firm response to any threat.
Exclusive: President says deeper regional ties will render U.S. sanctions ineffective IRNA 01 Mar 2025 -- President Masoud Pezeshkian has once again stressed the need for unity and cohesion at home, as well as interactions, trade, and cooperation with regional countries to overcome challenges.

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