Sanctions contradict UNESCO’s Open Access Policy: science minister

TEHRAN – Science Minister Hossein Simaei-Sarraf has condemned sanctions imposed on the country’s science sector, saying that the sanctions are in opposition to UNESCO’s Open Access Policy.

‘Unilateral sanctions hinder counter-narcotics measures’

TEHRAN –Imposing unfair sanctions against Iran not only increases the costs of implementing treatment and harm reduction programs but also challenges developing effective strategies for combating drug trafficking, the Secretary General of Iranian Drug Control Headquarters (DCHQ) has said.

Iran condemns Canada’s new sanctions as ‘unlawful and politically motivated’

TEHRAN – Tehran has strongly condemned the latest round of Canadian sanctions against Iran, calling them deceitful, unlawful, and a blatant violation of international law.

Canada doubles down on sanctions against Iran

TEHRAN – Canada has announced a new round of sanctions against Iran, targeting individuals and entities it says support Tehran’s military activities.

Iran not opposed to talks but won’t give in to ‘bullies’, Pezeshkian says 

TEHRAN – President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized that Iran is open to negotiations but will not succumb to "bullies”, while reiterating that the country seeks peace and tranquility in the West Asia region. 

Iran condemns new US sanctions as 'hostile' and calls for international accountability

TEHRAN – Iran has strongly criticized the latest round of US sanctions targeting figures and companies allegedly involved in the country’s oil trade, calling the move a violation of international law and an attack on the well-being of the Iranian people.

US imposes sanctions on Iran's oil exports as the country’s sales continue to grow

TEHRAN – The United States expanded its sanctions regime against Iran's oil industry on Monday, targeting more than 30 brokers, tanker operators, and shipping companies based in various countries. 

Netherlands frees Iranian citizen detained upon US request

TEHRAN – The Netherlands has decided to release Iranian citizen Mehdi Kiasti, who it had arrested at the request of the United States.

“Smart people ought to choose 'maximum wisdom' instead of maximum pressure”

It’s not difficult to ascertain Iran won’t seek nuclear arms, Iran FM tells Trump

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Wednesday night responded to Donald Trump that signed a presidential memorandum to reinstate “maximum pressure” against Iran, calling it a “failed experience”.

France cancels Iran’s first post-suspension flight to Europe

TEHRAN – On Thursday, Iran’s Civil Aviation Organization issued a statement over an unexpected decision by French civil aviation authorities to cancel a long-planned Tehran-Paris flight, which was set to resume operations after months of suspension due to European sanctions.

From Havana to Tehran: Cuban perspective on Trump’s return, US relations

From Havana to Tehran: Cuban perspective on Trump’s return, US relations

The U.S. State Department recently removed Cuba from its list of state sponsors of terrorism. Iran Nuances conducted an interview with Jorge Lefebre Nicolás, the new Cuban Ambassador to Tehran, to examine the dimensions, reasons, and implications of this decision. This interview also addressed questions regarding the ceasefire in Gaza, the potential return of Trump to power, and Tehran-Havana relations.

Iranian airline to launch direct flights to Paris, other European cities amid sanctions

TEHRAN - Iran Airtour, a private Iranian airline, has announced it will begin direct flights from Tehran to several European destinations, with Paris being the first city on its new route.

'Election interference': US imposes fresh sanctions against Iran under new unfounded claims

TEHRAN – The United States has introduced sanctions against an entity it claims is linked to Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC), accusing it of attempting to meddle in the 2024 U.S. presidential elections.  

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Biden's sanction encore: escalating economic warfare against Iran

TEHRAN – As President Joe Biden's administration nears its end, the United States has unleashed what seems to be its final round of sanctions against Iran, aiming to cripple its economy and exert significant psychological and political pressure on its citizens.

Beijing blasts EU sanctions for 'smearing' Chinese firms

China has consistently opposed unilateral sanctions that lack a basis in international law and are not authorized by the UN Security Council; the country expressed strong dissatisfaction and firm opposition to the EU's unjustified sanctions against Chinese companies, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian stated on Tuesday.

Unilateral sanctions hinder climate action, Iran tells ICJ

TEHRAN – At the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague, The Iranian foreign ministry’s director general of international legal affairs, Ali Mousavi, has denounced unilateral Westen sanctions for obstructing countries' ability to meet their climate change commitments.

Sanctions ineffective, Iran govt says ahead of talks with Europe

TEHRAN – Iranian government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani stated during a Tuesday press conference that "Western sanctions and maximum pressure against Iran have failed," emphasizing that these measures have consistently fallen short of their intended objectives.

Iran summons UK, Hungarian envoys over sanctions on shipping industry

TEHRAN – Tehran has intensified its diplomatic protests against recent sanctions imposed by the United Kingdom and the European Union, summoning British and Hungarian diplomats to voice its strong disapproval.

Tehran denounces "illegal" EU, UK sanctions on shipping

TEHRAN – Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Esmail Baqaei, strongly condemned the recent sanctions imposed by the European Union and the United Kingdom on Iranian shipping, dismissing them as legally baseless. 

Executive VP hails National Handicrafts Exhibition as a symbol of unity

TEHRAN – Executive Vice President Mohammad-Jaafar Qaempanah has lauded the 37th National Handicrafts Exhibition as a celebration of national unity and cultural diversity, describing it as a “rainbow of Iran’s ethnic groups.”

Iran targets world’s 12th spot in science production by 2027

TEHRAN –Despite ongoing sanctions, Iran is planning to elevate the country's ranking for scientific productions from currently 17 to 12 by 2027.

COP29 an opportunity to condemn sanctions on Iran’s environment

TEHRAN –While the main focus of the United Nations Climate Change Conference, known as COP29, is to develop funds to help nations reduce their greenhouse gas emissions, illegal US sanctions have denied Iran’s access to the needed technologies and financial resources.

Iran faces medicine import crisis in wake of EU sanctions: official

TEHRAN – In a recent statement, a high-ranking official at Iran’s Food and Drug Administration (IFDA) revealed that European Union sanctions have significantly impacted Iran's pharmaceutical imports, leaving patients with critical health needs particularly vulnerable.

Iranian expats condemn European ban on Iran Air in online petition

TEHRAN – Iranian expatriates living in Europe have launched an online petition to denounce the European Union and British government's recent ban on Iran Air. 

Australia sanctions Iranian individuals linked to nation’s missile program

TEHRAN – Canberra has followed in the footsteps of the UK and EU, with the Australian Ministry of Foreign Affairs announcing sanctions against Iranian individuals associated with the country’s missile program.

Tehran slams EU, UK sanctions as ‘baseless’ and ‘politically motivated’

TEHRAN – The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson has criticized the European Union and the United Kingdom for implementing new sanctions against several Iranian individuals and entities, labeling them actions as based on false and baseless pretexts.

Iran summons Hungarian ambassador over fresh EU sanctions

Tehran – Iran has formally protested new sanctions imposed by the European Union (EU) by summoning the Hungarian ambassador to Tehran. 

Economy, foreign relations take center stage in president’s weekly meeting with Leader

TEHRAN – Iranian President Maoud Pezeshkian highlighted his administration’s economic and international priorities and plans during a Monday meeting with the Leader of the Islamic Revolution.

Europe sanctions Iranian airlines, officials over refuted claims of missile transfer to Russia

TEHRAN – Foreign ministers of the European Union have approved a fresh round of sanctions targeting seven Iranian individuals and seven entities, accusing Tehran of supplying ballistic missiles to Russia for use in the Ukraine conflict.