UN rapporteur warns of Israel’s genocidal intent in the West Bank 

UN Special Rapporteur on the Occupied Palestinian Territories Francesca Albanese warned of Israel's practices in the West Bank, which she described as "criminal," indicating that there is a clear intent for genocide in the way the occupation forces target the Palestinians.

Leader in meeting with participants of Quranic competition:

By God’s will impossible becomes possible, like Gaza’s victory

TEHRAN – The Leader of the Islamic Revolution advised a group of Quranic scholars, reciters, and Hafizes (memorizers) to remain steadfast in hope, emphasizing that through God’s will, even the seemingly impossible is achievable, as exemplified by the Palestinians in Gaza's victory over the U.S. and Israel after a 15-month disproportionate war. 

U.S., Israel risk catastrophe with any attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities: Araghchi

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has issued a stark warning regarding the potential consequences of any military strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities, particularly if such an attack is carried out by the United States or Israel.

No message exchange with U.S. on sanctions talks so far: Iran FM

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, has dismissed speculation that the new U.S. administration has reached out regarding possible negotiations on lifting sanctions.

US embassy in Congo on fire

Hundreds of protesters attacked several foreign embassies and a United Nations building in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s capital, Kinshasa, on Tuesday as a rebel offensive backed by neighboring Rwanda in the country’s east threatened to spiral into a regional crisis, The New York Times reported.

Zionist atrocities in Gaza rooted in U.S.-led hegemonic policies: Iranian Army official

TEHRAN – Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari, Deputy Coordinator of the Iranian Army, has stated that the atrocities committed by Zionists in Gaza are the result of long-standing war-mongering policies pursued by the hegemonic system, led by the United States.

U.S., Israeli pressure behind roadblocks in nuclear negotiations: Eslami

TEHRAN – Mohammad Eslami, the head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization, stated on Monday that pressure from the U.S. government has caused disruptions regarding Iran's nuclear issue.

Any attack on Iran's nuclear facilities would lead to ‘disaster’ for region: Araghchi

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has issued a warning about the potential fallout from any Israeli or American military strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities, describing such an attack as a “very bad disaster” for the entire West Asia.

Ayatollah Khamenei warns in a meeting with high-ranking officials

Evil nature of U.S. behind diplomatic smiles

TEHRAN – Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has warned that behind diplomatic smiles of the United States lies a hidden animosity, citing examples of US actions such as Congress applauding a murderer and awarding a medal to the captain responsible for downing an Iranian passenger plane.

Fake consular agents targeting Iranians in U.S., Canada, Iran warns

TEHRAN – The Iranian Interests Section in Washington D.C. and the Consular Affairs Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Tehran are the official authorities responsible for consular services, an official announcement from Iran confirmed.

By Xavier Villar

Trump and the rise of technofeudalism: Big tech's growing power and control

MADRID- Several aspects of Donald Trump's inauguration stand out. For example, his imperialist-tinged threats, such as the idea of reclaiming the Panama Canal if the country did not reduce the fees for U.S. ships, or his intention to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America. One could also discuss his plans to launch what he himself called the "largest deportation effort" in U.S. history, targeting between 15 and 20 million people living illegally in the country, starting with those he described as "criminals."

By Farhad Pashavand

Israel’s forced acceptance of ceasefire serves the grand U.S. plan

TEHRAN – Recent reports from American think tanks reveal that the U.S. has devised a comprehensive plan to curb the influence of the Islamic Republic of Iran and, in particular, the Resistance Axis in West Asia.

Attempts to exploit snapback will be met with Iran’s reciprocal response: foreign ministry

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Esmaeil Baqaei, has issued a warning regarding the potential misuse of the snapback mechanism relating to the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), which could reinstate suspended sanctions.

Iran will respond to any aggression, Pezeshkian tells NBC, ‘We do not fear war'

TEHRAN – NBC has aired an extended version of the interview it conducted with Iranian President Masoud Pezehskian, in which he said Iran plays no games when it comes to its security, and that his administration would be willing to engage with incoming U.S. President Donald Trump if he approaches Tehran with respect.

Palestinian unity crucial in face of Zionist regime’s war crimes, Iran warns

TEHRAN – The spokesperson for Iran’s Foreign Ministry, Esmaeil Baqaei, has issued a strong condemnation of the Zionist regime's intensified military actions and human rights violations against the Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank, calling on all Palestinian groups to set aside internal differences and strengthen their unity to confront the ongoing aggression effectively.

No direct talks with U.S. until JCPOA return: Araghchi

TEHRAN – Addressing the 2018 U.S. withdrawal from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has made it clear that Tehran would not engage in direct nuclear negotiations with the U.S. until Washington returns to the deal and clarifies its policies.

Pezehskian: US lacks commitment, dialogue is not the problem

TEHRAN – In an interview NBC aired on Wednesday based on its “independent translation” of Masoud Pezeshkian’s remarks, the Iranian president said Iran is always open to dialogue, but what obscures its efforts is Washington's lack of commitment to its agreements. 

‘Autocrat’ label and past crimes fuel backlash against outgoing US envoy in Japan

TEHRAN – Japanese citizens have expressed anger over a social media post by outgoing U.S. Ambassador Rahm Emanuel, in which he reiterated his inflammatory remarks about China, Iran, Russia, North Korea, and Venezuela, labeling them an "axis of autocrats."

Iranian Interests Section in Washington offers support to nationals impacted by California wildfires

TEHRAN – The Iranian Interests Section in Washington, D.C., has announced its readiness to assist Iranian nationals affected by the devastating wildfires that have swept through southern California.

Iran announces readiness to help victims of LA wildfires

TEHRAN –The head of the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS), Pirhossein Kolivand, has announced the country’s readiness to dispatch humanitarian aid to assist the people affected by the wildfires in Los Angeles.