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Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei announced that the American submarine taken by Iran was 'captured as spoils of war', emphasizing its legitimacy. This statement…
Baghaei Criticizes Hegseth for Exploiting 9/11 Anniversary to Justify War Against Iran
Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei condemned US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth for using the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks to justify military…
Iran's Baghaei Critiques US Justification for War Against Iran on 9/11 Anniversary
Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei criticized the US government for using the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks to justify military actions against Iran.…
Iran Condemns Canada's Support for US Actions in Hormuz Strait
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Esmaeil Baqaei, has condemned Canada's backing of US actions against Iran regarding the Hormuz Strait, labeling it as submission to intimidation.…
Iran's Baghaei Critiques Canada for Accusations of Destabilization
Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmail Baghaei criticized Canada for accusing Iran of destabilizing activities in the Middle East, labeling Canada's stance as 'strategic confusion' and…
Iran Denies UAE's Missile Launch Allegation, Calls Claims Baseless
Iran has rejected the UAE's accusation of a missile launch towards its territory, with Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei labeling the claims as baseless and…
Iran Declares 60-Day MoU Period Irrelevant Due to US Violations
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei declared that the 60-day period in the 14-point MoU is irrelevant due to the US's significant violations of the…
Iran and Oman Extend Talks on Secure Navigation in Strait of Hormuz Amid Complex Challenges
Iran and Oman are engaged in prolonged discussions to create a secure navigation mechanism for the Strait of Hormuz, hindered by the complexity of the…
Iran Condemns Israeli Airstrikes on Southern Lebanon as Violations of International Law
Iran has condemned Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon that resulted in the deaths of 11 individuals, including children and women. The Iranian Foreign Ministry labeled…
Iran Demands Environmental Protections for Strait of Hormuz Following Oil Pollution Incident
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei has called for environmental safeguards in the administration of the Strait of Hormuz due to recent oil pollution affecting…
Iran Condemns Israeli Attacks on Lebanon and Criticizes US Complicity
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson condemned recent Israeli attacks on southern Lebanon, highlighting the aggression as a violation of sovereignty. The statement also criticized the United…
Iran Accuses US of Sanction Addiction, Critiques Diplomatic Efforts
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson criticized the US for its reliance on sanctions, labeling it as an addiction. This comes after US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent…
Iran Proposes Maritime Service Fees for Strait of Hormuz Passage
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei announced that maritime service fees should be implemented for passage through the Strait of Hormuz. This statement came during…
Iran: Strait of Hormuz Closure Tied to US Naval Blockade
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei announced that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until the US ends its naval blockade against Iran, attributing…
Iran's Foreign Ministry Clarifies Stance on Hormuz Transit Fees Amid Ongoing Talks with Oman
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei announced that discussions regarding transit fees with Oman for shipping through the Strait of Hormuz are not currently taking…
Iran Foreign Ministry Affirms Coordination with Parliament on Strait of Hormuz Legislation
The Iranian Foreign Ministry has dismissed claims of a rift with parliament regarding maritime security legislation in the Strait of Hormuz. Spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei emphasized…
Iran's Foreign Ministry Supports Mecca Joint Defence Agreement Amid Regional Security Shift
Iran's Foreign Ministry has expressed approval of the new trilateral defense pact between Pakistan, Turkiye, and Saudi Arabia, indicating a shift in regional security dynamics.…
Iran Awaits Ukraine's Response on Caspian Sea Drone Strike Claim
Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmail Baghaei stated that Iran is awaiting Ukraine's response regarding its claim that a drone strike on an Iranian commercial vessel…
Iran Confirms No Current Negotiations with the US
Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmail Baghaei announced that the country is not participating in any negotiations with the United States, denying claims of ongoing bilateral…
Iran Clarifies Maritime Agreement with Oman Does Not Signal Reopening of Strait of Hormuz
Iran and Oman have reached an understanding regarding a new maritime traffic route through the Strait of Hormuz, as stated by Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson…