May 2015
Shamkhani: I am the first on the list of Western interview requests
Ali Shamkhani confirmed that he is the first on a list of 23 Iranian officials requested for interviews by the West regarding the nuclear program.…
Reuters: 1+5 Agreement on Possible Restoration of Sanctions Against Iran
The 1+5 countries have agreed on a mechanism for restoring UN sanctions against Iran if it violates the nuclear agreement, with Russia and China also…
Campaign by PEN Canada and Amnesty International for the Release of Mostafa Azizi
PEN Canada and Amnesty International are advocating for the immediate release of Mostafa Azizi, a writer and former state television producer arrested in Iran shortly…
Rouhani Calls for Transparency and Non-Interference by Officials in Parliamentary Elections
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has called for transparency in the upcoming parliamentary elections, urging the use of transparent ballot boxes and discouraging officials from supporting…
Zarif in Geneva: We Will Decide Based on the Latest Status of Negotiations
Iran's Foreign Minister Zarif is set to meet with U.S. Secretary of State Kerry to discuss the nuclear negotiations, emphasizing the need for a decision…
Iraqi: Access to Scientists and Military Centers is Not on the Agenda
Abbas Araqchi, a senior member of Iran's nuclear negotiation team, stated that access to nuclear scientists and military sites is not on the agenda, rejecting…
Iran's Defense Minister: We Do Not Consider ISIS a Threat
Iran's Defense Minister downplayed the threat of ISIS, claiming they lack the capability to threaten Iran's borders. This statement comes amid heightened military readiness and…
Criticism in Parliament and Judiciary over Insults to Iran's Negotiation Team
The head of Iran's judiciary and the deputy speaker of parliament criticized insults aimed at the nuclear negotiation team, calling for respectful discourse. This comes…
Iraqi Announces Possibility of Extending Iran's Nuclear Negotiations After July 1st
Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has indicated that the deadline for nuclear negotiations may be extended beyond July 1st, as significant technical work remains.…
France: We Will Not Accept Final Agreement with Iran Without Access to Military Sites
France's Foreign Minister has declared that France will not support a nuclear deal with Iran unless it includes access to military sites for inspections. This…
Amano: Inspections of Iran's Military Sites Must Be Part of Final Agreement
Yukiya Amano, IAEA Director General, emphasized that inspections of Iran's military sites must be included in any final nuclear agreement with world powers. This issue…
Khamenei: Other Series Like Human Rights Await Iran
Supreme Leader Khamenei stated that the West's issues with Iran extend beyond the nuclear program to include human rights concerns. He urged the Iranian negotiating…
"Proxy Wars" and the Threat to Iran's National Security
Ali Khamenei's recent statements about proxy wars potentially reaching Iran's borders signal a critical shift in national security dynamics, influenced by military developments in Iraq…
Iraqchi on the Additional Protocol: Nothing but Legal Procedures Will Be Accepted
Abbas Iraqchi, Iran's chief negotiator, stated that accepting the Additional Protocol is not a red line for Iran, but emphasized that Tehran will only accept…
Rahmani Fazli: We Will Definitely Intervene if ISIS Approaches Iran's Borders
Iran's Interior Minister has warned that the country will intervene if ISIS approaches its borders, highlighting the threat posed by the group in Iraq and…
Challenges of the Additional Protocol
The article discusses the challenges surrounding Iran's acceptance of the Additional Protocol to the NPT, particularly regarding inspections of military sites and access to nuclear…
Zarif: The Previous Government Allowed the Agency to Interview Iran's Nuclear Scientists
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif revealed that the previous government allowed the IAEA to interview nuclear scientists, a practice now opposed due to security…
Qassem Soleimani: No One Besides Iran Has the Power to Counter ISIS
Qassem Soleimani, commander of Iran's Quds Force, declared that only Iran has the capability to combat ISIS, labeling the group's presence a significant threat. He…
End of Discrimination Against Afghan Children Residing in Iran?
The Iranian government has made recent decisions to eliminate tuition fees for Afghan migrant children in public schools, signaling a potential shift in policy towards…
Managed Inspections of Iran's Military Sites 'Accepted'
Iran has accepted 'managed inspections' of its military sites despite opposition from IRGC commanders. Abbas Araqchi confirmed this in a parliamentary session, stating that inspections…
New Wave of Airstrikes Against Houthi Positions in Yemen
Saudi coalition airstrikes against Houthi positions in Yemen have intensified, targeting key military sites and resulting in significant casualties. The ongoing conflict is part of…
Massacre of Trees in Shafaroud Forest
The Iranian government is reportedly moving towards a single gasoline pricing policy, which has led to public concern and increased crowds at gas stations. Meanwhile,…
Closed Session of Parliament Held with Presence of Zarif and Araqchi
A closed session of the Iranian Parliament was held with Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and senior negotiator Abbas Araqchi to discuss the latest developments…
Afkhm: The Islamic Republic is not anti-Jewish; Obama is promoting Iranophobia
Marzieh Afkhm, spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry, has defended Iran against accusations of anti-Jewish sentiment made by Barack Obama, who recently labeled Khamenei as…
Bahner: The U.S. Questions Some Provisions of the Lausanne Agreement
Mohammad Reza Bahner, an Iranian MP, claims the U.S. is not adhering to the Lausanne nuclear agreement and is demanding Iran reduce its centrifuges at…
Mohsen Rezaei: My Return to the IRGC is Due to the Sensitive Situation in the Region
Mohsen Rezaei has returned to the IRGC due to concerns over regional instability, particularly regarding Saudi Arabia's potential military actions beyond Yemen. His return marks…
Expediency Council: Three branches must refrain from exerting power in elections
The Expediency Council of Iran has mandated that the three branches of government must refrain from interfering in elections, aiming to ensure a fair electoral…
Obama Signs Bill Requiring Congressional Review of Iran Nuclear Agreement
President Obama signed a bill mandating congressional review of the Iran nuclear deal, giving Congress the authority to approve or reject the agreement. This legislative…
Reporters Without Borders: 'Judicial Vendetta by Iranian Officials' Against Ahmad Zeidabadi Condemned
Reporters Without Borders condemned the Iranian government's judicial actions against journalist Ahmad Zeidabadi, who has faced imprisonment and exile for his activism. The organization highlighted…
Iran's Nuclear Talks to Continue Next Tuesday in Vienna
Iran's nuclear negotiations will resume in Vienna next week, with key parties including the U.S., U.K., and Russia involved. Disputes over sanctions, inspections, and uranium…
Scientific Jihad and the Major Problem of Unmotivated Basij Students
The 'Martyr Baqeri' headquarters has published a booklet addressing the challenges of 'scientific jihad' in Iranian universities, blaming Westernized intellectuals for scientific backwardness and criticizing…
A Commander of the IRGC: Inspections of Military Centers, Under Any Title, Are Equivalent to Espionage
Amir Ali Hajizadeh, commander of the IRGC Aerospace Force, stated that any inspections of Iran's military centers are considered espionage and will be met with…
Rouhani: We Will Never Sign an Agreement Allowing Access to National Secrets
Iran's President Hassan Rouhani stated that the country will never sign an agreement allowing access to its military and scientific secrets, reinforcing the stance of…
Iran Requests 24-Day Deadline for Inspections of Facilities
Iran has requested a 24-day period to allow international inspectors access to its nuclear facilities, raising concerns from France about potential obfuscation. This situation highlights…
The 'House of Parties' Will Be Reopened After Four Years
The House of Parties in Iran is set to reopen after four years, with representatives from 180 parties participating in an extraordinary assembly. This event…
Khamenei and Regional Ambitions Centered on Shiism
Ayatollah Khamenei has reacted strongly to recent U.S. remarks, emphasizing the Islamic Republic's commitment to opposing American influence and asserting Shiite hegemony in the region.…
U.S. State Department: We Do Not Intend to Respond to Every Statement by Iran's Leader
The U.S. State Department has stated it will not respond to every comment made by Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Khamenei, who has refused foreign inspections…
Yahya Rahim Safavi: 80,000 Hezbollah Missiles Ready to Strike Israel
Yahya Rahim Safavi announced that Hezbollah has 80,000 missiles ready to target Israel, asserting Iran's military capabilities in response to potential aggression. This statement reflects…
Rouhani: No one has the right to shout from the people's pockets
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani stated that no one should use public resources for personal slogans, emphasizing the importance of national security and economic stability. His…
Kalameh Reports on Financial Corruption Case of Former Iranian Police Chief
The former Iranian police chief, Ismail Ahmadi Moghaddam, was dismissed amid a major financial corruption scandal involving the Police Cooperation Foundation, which is linked to…
Khamenei: Enemies Seek to Bring Proxy War to Iran's Borders
Ayatollah Khamenei warned that Iran would respond harshly if proxy wars are brought to its borders, while also rejecting new demands from the P5+1 regarding…
Political and Economic Issues in Iranian Kurdistan
A congress of Muslim Peshmerga Kurds was held in Sanandaj with key Islamic Republic leaders attending. Ayatollah Khamenei emphasized that attempts to destabilize the Kurdistan…
Missile Defense in the Persian Gulf: 'Precondition for Nuclear Agreement'
The U.S. is deploying a missile defense shield in the Persian Gulf as part of commitments to Arab states amid concerns over Iran's nuclear ambitions.…
Khamenei's Advisor Warns of Threat to Negotiations
Ali Akbar Velayati, advisor to Iran's Supreme Leader, warns that U.S. military threats jeopardize nuclear negotiations. He criticizes the U.S. for contradictions in its approach…
Khamenei: The U.S. Lacks the Authority to Comment on Regional Security
Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei asserted that the U.S. has no authority to comment on Persian Gulf security, emphasizing that it should be managed by regional…
Yemen Government Representative Warns of 'Unauthorized' Entry of Iranian Ship
The Yemeni government has warned Iran that it will bear responsibility for any incidents involving its ship carrying humanitarian aid if it does not allow…
John Kerry Expresses Concern Over Transfer of S-300 Missile System to Iran
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry expressed concerns about the transfer of the S-300 missile system to Iran during talks with Russian officials, although he…
Delivery of S-300 to Iran, a Key Topic in Kerry and Putin's Talks in Moscow
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry is meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss nuclear negotiations with Iran and the controversial S-300 missile defense…
New Proposal by 80 Iranian Parliament Members: Negotiating with 5+1 Without the Americans
Eighty Iranian parliament members proposed to exclude the U.S. from nuclear negotiations with the 5+1 group, requiring Iran to cut off talks with the U.S.…
Parliament Leadership: Proposal to Counter US Senate Resolution Not Currently Necessary
The Iranian Parliament's leadership announced that there is currently no need for new proposals to counter the recent US Senate resolution on Iran's nuclear program.…
Proposal to 'Suspend Nuclear Negotiations Until U.S. Threats Cease' in Iranian Parliament
A proposal in the Iranian Parliament seeks to suspend nuclear negotiations with the U.S. until American threats cease and a formal apology is issued. Key…
Rouhani Calls Saudi Intervention in Yemen a 'Strategic Mistake'
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani condemned Saudi Arabia's military intervention in Yemen as a strategic mistake and labeled the kingdom an enemy. This statement reflects the…
Prospects of Tension Between Tehran and Riyadh
Tensions between Iran and Saudi Arabia have escalated recently, marked by strong verbal exchanges, particularly following Saudi-led attacks on Iranian-supported Houthis in Yemen. This situation…
Proposal by 60 Iranian MPs in Response to US Senate Resolution
In response to the US Senate's approval of a bill allowing Congress to review any nuclear agreement with Iran, over 60 Iranian MPs have proposed…
Seizure of 47 'Luxury Accident-Causing' Vehicles in Tehran in One Night
Tehran's traffic police seized 47 luxury vehicles in response to concerns about reckless driving among wealthy youth, following Ayatollah Khamenei's comments on public safety. The…
Salami: If the U.S. Demands More, Negotiators Should Hand Over to the Military
The deputy commander of the IRGC, Hossein Salami, advised Iranian negotiators to abandon talks with the U.S. if they encounter threats or humiliation, advocating for…
Khamenei's Strong Attack on America: 'I Do Not Agree with Negotiations Under the Shadow of Threats'
Ayatollah Khamenei strongly criticized the U.S. for threatening military action against Iran during ongoing nuclear negotiations, insisting that Iran will not yield to such pressure.…
Western Diplomats: Iran and Powers Make 'Intense Efforts' to Narrow Gaps
Western diplomats report ongoing disagreements between Iran and world powers regarding the nuclear agreement, particularly on sanctions and monitoring. Abbas Araqchi, a senior Iranian negotiator,…
Tehran Book Fair Opening: Rouhani Warns Against Subjective Censorship
At the opening of the Tehran International Book Fair, President Hassan Rouhani warned against subjective censorship of books, emphasizing the need for clear and transparent…
Four Challenges Facing Khamenei in Addressing Corruption
Khamenei is attempting to suppress discussions about corruption in Iran, especially following media coverage of dirty money in elections. He is concerned about the implications…
Rouhani: We Cannot Ask Someone with Handcuffs and a Gun to Interpret Islamic Law
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani stated that the police's role is to enforce the law, not Islamic law, which sparked backlash from religious leaders. He emphasized…
Car Imports 'In the Name of the Needy, for the Benefit of Brokers'
The article discusses the backlash against Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif's remarks in a recent interview, highlighting divisions within civil society and the political…
Khamenei's Chief of Staff: The Greatest Denial is Opposition to the Regime
Mohammad Mohammadi Golpayegani, Khamenei's Chief of Staff, emphasized that opposition to the Islamic regime is the greatest denial in Iran, while President Rouhani highlighted poverty…
U.S. Vice President: We Will Attack Iran If Necessary
U.S. Vice President Joe Biden stated that an attack on Iran remains a possibility if necessary, while reaffirming support for Israel and defending ongoing nuclear…