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China and Russia’s opposition to snapback is a move against the West, not support for Iran

TEHRAN - Writing an analysis in the Hamshahri newspaper, international affairs analyst Mehdi Khorsand believes China and Russia oppose the return of UN sanctions against Iran not because they fear losing the Iranian market but because they fear they may be the next target: Khorsand writes: Unfortunately, both before and after the JCPOA, Iran has failed to capitalize on the potential of international agreements with various countries and blocs.

Iran, Caspian Sea states reinforce maritime security through strategic accord

TEHRAN – Naval commanders from Iran, Russia, Kazakhstan, and Azerbaijan have signed a strategic agreement to enhance security and cooperation in the Caspian Sea.

False intelligence, Israeli pressure fuel U.S. miscalculations on Iran: Araghchi

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has criticized the U.S. President Donald Trump over his recent remarks on Iran’s nuclear program, urging Washington to return to diplomacy instead of repeating past mistakes driven by false intelligence and Israeli influence.

Anger continues to grow over EU’s backing of UAE claims to Persian islands 

Iran’s top legislator says no ‘appeasement’ over the groundless allegations

TEHRAN – After a strong-worded statement from Iran’s foreign ministry, the country’s Parliament speaker has now turned up to condemn a joint statement issued by foreign ministers of the Persian Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and the European Union over the three Iranian Persian Gulf islands of the Greater and Lesser Tunbs and Bu Musa.

Iran to give crushing response to enemies: IRGC Cmdr.

TEHRAN - The commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corp (IRGC) has warned of a crushing response to any hostile move against the country.

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The West’s violations of commitments hit record high

TEHRAN - In an article, Jam-e-Jam addressed the West's endless breaches of commitments, including the nuclear inspection agreement signed between Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in Cairo, Egypt, on September 10.

‘United Iran’ event commemorates national unity during 12-day war

TEHRAN – The national event “United Iran”, celebrating the Iranian people’s unity and compassion during the recent 12-day conflict with the Zionist regime, was held Tuesday morning, October 7, at Imam Khomeini Hosseiniyah in Tehran.

Situation in West Asia extremely grave due to West’s meddling, Iran UN envoy warns

TEHRAN – Iran’s ambassador and permanent representative to the United Nations has described the situation in West Asia as “extremely grave,” which, he says, is the result of interventionist policies and militarism by certain extraregional countries, perpetual armed conflicts and the Israeli regime’s genocide.

By Mohammad Ghaderi

Iran's strategic position in the new world order

TEHRAN – The logic of realism governing international relations dictates that the transition period from the existing order to the new international order is inevitably going through a period of disorder in which the current valid rules are challenged and the geopolitical structures of the previous order collapse.

Iran and Pakistan discuss latest developments in Afghanistan

TEHRAN – Pakistan's Special Representative for Afghanistan Mohammad Sadiq and his Iranian counterpart Mohammad-Reza Bahrami have discussed the latest developments in Afghanistan.

Terrorists kill two servicemen in western Iran, IRGC vows reprisal coming

TEHRAN – Two servicemen of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) were martyred and three others wounded in a terrorist attack on Monday night targeting an IRGC operational base in the western province of Kordestan.

Iran-Iraq partnership goes beyond borders, says Baghdad’s top diplomat

TEHRAN – Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein has underscored the depth and strategic nature of relations between Iraq and Iran, saying the partnership between the two countries goes beyond geography and is rooted in cultural, social, religious, and economic bonds.

UAE, EU anger Iran yet again with renewed claims to historic Persian islands

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson has categorically rejected interventionist and unfounded allegations in a joint statement issued at a foreign ministerial meeting of the Persian Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and the European Union.

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The complex puzzle of Iran's exit from the FATF black list

TEHRAN - In an analysis, Shargh discussed how Iran would exit the FATF black list.

IRGC chief inspects Persian Gulf units ahead of potential new war with Israel

TEHRAN – The commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corp (IRGC) says the IRGC’s naval troops will respond, with full force, to any move by the enemies in the Persian Gulf.

'We will not beg for talks', says Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said Iran “never begs for negotiations,” emphasizing that any dialogue must serve the country’s national interests and preserve its dignity.

Iran Navy chief warns Caspian Sea not a zone for foreign maneuvers

TEHRAN – The Commander of Iran’s Navy, Admiral Shahram Irani, said on Monday that the Caspian Sea is not a place for outside powers to stage maneuvers, stressing that the regional countries themselves possess sufficient strength and coordination to ensure security and stability in the area.

Araghchi assures MPs Iran will push on with efforts to protect nuclear know-how

TEHRAN – Iran’s foreign minister says the ministry will press ahead with efforts to safeguard the country’s right to enjoy peaceful nuclear technology in consultation with like-minded nations.

Top Iraqi cleric calls for closer Tehran-Baghdad ties

TEHRAN - Seyyed Ammar Hakim, leader of Iraq's National Wisdom Movement, sat down with Iranian Ambassador to Iraq Mohammadkazem al-Sadeq in Baghdad on Monday.

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Turkey's ties with Iran after snapback activation

TEHRAN - In an interview with Ali Heydari, an expert on Turkish affairs, Farhikhtegan discussed Ankara’s compliance with the sanctions against Iran.

Remains of 46 Iran-Iraq war martyrs returned home through Shalamcheh border

TEHRAN – The remains of 46 martyrs from Iran’s eight-year Sacred Defense were brought back to the country on Sunday through the Shalamcheh border crossing in Khuzestan Province, where a large crowd gathered to honor their return.

West’s excessive demands blocked Iran’s diplomatic efforts: FM Araghchi

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has criticized Western countries for rejecting Iran’s diplomatic efforts toward a fair and balanced solution, saying their “excessive and unreasonable demands” have obstructed progress in negotiations.

‘Brutal and inhumane’, Iran condemns Israel’s harsh treatment of Sumud flotilla activists

TEHRAN – The Iranian Foreign Ministry has strongly denounced the Israeli regime’s “brutal and inhumane” treatment of hundreds of international activists aboard the Global Sumud Flotilla, a humanitarian mission that sought to break Tel Aviv’s years-long blockade of the Gaza Strip.