TEHRAN, August 20 - Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says US policy is to stoke wars among Muslims, urging unity in his message to Hajj pilgrims who began marking the climax of the annual event Monday.
TEHRAN, August 20 - The chairman of the Iranian parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Commission said the Georgian government has been notified of the Islamic Republic’s protest over the Georgian airport police’s disrespect for Iranian nationals.
TEHRAN, August 20 - The United States is addicted to applying sanctions on Iran, Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said in an exclusive interview from Tehran.
TEHRAN, August 20 - Iran has called on the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) to prevent efforts by certain member states to take over its share of the oil market in what is seen as a reference to speculations that Saudi Arabia would pump more oil to fill Iran’s gap once US sanctions against the Islamic Republic take effect.
TEHRAN, August 20 - Iran's First Vice President Es’haq Jahangiri says Tehran is looking for solutions to continue selling its crude oil after the United States re-imposed its sanctions on the country’s energy sector in early November.
TEHRAN, August 19 - Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has appointed Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh as the new commander of the Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force (IRIAF).
TEHRAN, August 19 - Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has hit out at the US for setting up a team to coordinate its pressure campaign on Iran, saying it is yet another plot to topple the Iranian government.
TEHRAN, August 19 - Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani said the Washington and London governments’ role in devising the 1953 Iranian coup d'état is a “manifestation” of their hypocrisy.
TEHRAN, August 19 - Russian President Vladimir Putin and German Chancellor Angela Merkel met outside Berlin on Saturday for talks ranging from the conflicts in Ukraine and Syria, to Iran and a gas pipeline project that has drawn U.S. ire.
TEHRAN, August 19 - In an interview with Sputnik, Esproenko International, which specializes in oil and gas services, commented on the situation around the first phase of Washington’s anti-Iranian sanctions which entered into force on August 7.
TEHRAN, August 19 - The United States says it is prepared to impose sanctions on all countries that continue to buy Iran's oil -- including China -- after Washington starts restoring bans on the Islamic Republic’s energy sector.
TEHRAN, August 19 - For the first time, an Iranian destroyer has been equipped with an indigenously-produced version of Phalanx, a close-in weapon system (CIWS), which is used to engage targets at close range.
TEHRAN, August 19 - Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has extended his sincere congratulations to Imran Khan on his election as Pakistan's new prime minister, expressing hope that the two countries would further improve relations during his tenure.
TEHRAN, August 19 - Iran's defense minister has hailed the country's military chievements, announcing plans to unveil a new fighter jet this week and continue enhancing missile capabilities.
TEHRAN, August 19 - Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has expressed his grief over the passing of former United Nations Secretary General and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Kofi Annan, describing him as an unwavering champion of peace and justice.
TEHRAN, August 18 -Iranian First Vice President Es'haq Jahangiri says the country is facing sensitive economic conditions at the current juncture, but all problems can be successfully solved through "national unity and coherence."
TEHRAN, August 18 - Iranian Army Air Force Commander Brigadier General Amir Ghorbani said that renewing helicopters project is going ahead as planned, adding that the range of missiles installed on combat helicopters has increased to above 8 kilometers.
TEHRAN, August 18 - Russia and China have reiterated that they will continue their commitment to the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), and will maintain their cooperation and relations with Iran in the face of new US sanctions.
TEHRAN, August 17 -An analyst says that Washington’s sole purpose of maximizing economic and political pressure on Iran is “harassment of the Iranian people,” adding that such policy is “bordering on fascism and global dominance.”
TEHRAN, August 17 - The Iran men’s national football team has climbed five places in the August edition of the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) rankings to land in the 32nd spot in the world, and regain the throne of being the best Asian squad.