Mark Toner
U.S. State Department Spokesman
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View Timeline →The Complexity of Defining Victory in the US-Iran Conflict
The article discusses the ongoing tensions between the US and Iran, highlighting the complexities that prevent both sides from declaring a clear victory in their…
US Ambassador to the UN Calls for the Release of Siamak and Baqer Namazi
Nikki Haley, the US Ambassador to the UN, has called for the release of Siamak and Baqer Namazi, two American citizens imprisoned in Iran, labeling…
Iran Confirms Discussion of Iranian-American Prisoners in Recent JCPOA Negotiations
Iran's Foreign Ministry confirmed that the issue of two Iranian-American prisoners was discussed during recent JCPOA negotiations, but emphasized that discussions outside the JCPOA are…
Trump Administration's First Direct Negotiation with Iran on the Sidelines of the JCPOA Meeting
The Trump administration engaged in its first direct negotiation with Iran regarding the release of imprisoned American citizens during the JCPOA meeting in Vienna. Mark…
Increased Efforts for the Release of Two Iranian-American Prisoners
Efforts are intensifying for the release of Baqer and Siamak Namazi, two Iranian-American prisoners, coinciding with discussions on the JCPOA in Vienna. Their family and…
The United States Condemns the Arrest of Protesters in Russia
The U.S. condemned the arrest of hundreds of protesters in Russia, including opposition leader Alexei Navalny, who was detained during a demonstration against government corruption.…
U.S. State Department Strongly Condemns North Korea's Missile Tests
The U.S. State Department condemned North Korea's recent missile tests, asserting that such provocations are unacceptable. The tests involved four ballistic missiles launched by North…
Iran's Foreign Ministry Condemns US Request for the Release of Karroubi, Mousavi, and Rahnavard
Iran's Foreign Ministry condemned the US State Department's call for the release of political prisoners Mehdi Karroubi, Mir Hossein Mousavi, and Zahra Rahnavard, who have…
Tillerson's First Day at the State Department: Emphasis on Upholding Commitments to U.S. Allies
Rex Tillerson began his role as Secretary of State, emphasizing the importance of U.S. commitments to allies while addressing internal dissent regarding Trump's executive orders.…
IAEA: Iran Should Avoid Repeating Violations of Its JCPOA Commitments
The IAEA has called on Iran to comply with its JCPOA commitments after reporting that Iran's heavy water stockpile exceeds the agreed limit for the…
Danger Lurking for Nuclear Agreement
Donald Trump plans to renegotiate the nuclear agreement with Iran, posing a potential threat to its stability. Iranian leaders have stated their unwillingness to alter…
Warning from Obama Administration Official About Withdrawal from JCPOA by Any Party
The U.S. State Department warns that any party can withdraw from the JCPOA, which could lead Iran to restart its nuclear weapons program. This comes…
U.S. State Department Spokesperson Responds to Iran's Warning Regarding Saudi Maneuvers
The U.S. State Department responded to Iran's warning about Saudi naval maneuvers in the Persian Gulf, emphasizing support for freedom of navigation. The Iranian Revolutionary…
Human Rights Watch: Narges Mohammadi's Prison Sentence is Unjust
Human Rights Watch has condemned the prison sentence of Iranian activist Narges Mohammadi as unjust and called for her immediate release. The European Union and…
John Kerry Criticizes Lack of Military Threat to Stop War in Syria
John Kerry criticized the U.S. government's failure to use military threats to stop the Syrian war during a meeting in New York. He expressed frustration…
The U.S. Calls for the Release of Narges Mohammadi
The U.S. State Department has called for the release of Narges Mohammadi, an Iranian human rights activist sentenced to 16 years in prison, citing her…
Reuters: Actions of Shia Militias in Fallujah Worse than Reported
Reuters reports that Shia militias in Fallujah have committed extensive human rights abuses, including executions and torture, which are worse than previously acknowledged by US…
Washington Confirms Payment of Interest on Suspended Arms Contract to Iran
The U.S. has confirmed a payment of $1.3 billion in interest to Iran from a delayed arms contract, alongside a $400 million payment related to…
Kamali: The U.S. and Two Other Countries Were Involved in Leaking Confidential Nuclear Information
Iran has accused the U.S. and two other countries of leaking confidential nuclear information after the IAEA rejected its claims. Behrouz Kamalvandi stated that the…
Iran's Protest to the Agency over 'Leak of Confidential Document' of Nuclear Agreement
Iran has formally protested to the IAEA regarding the leak of a confidential document related to its nuclear agreement, which suggests that Iran could reduce…