June 2015
Zarif in Vienna: I Have Come to Reach a Final Agreement
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif stated he has the authority to negotiate a final nuclear agreement in Vienna, emphasizing the need for political will…
An American Official: Reports About Obama's Letter to Iran's Leader Are Inaccurate
A senior U.S. official denied reports of a letter from Obama to Iran's leader, emphasizing that negotiations are ongoing in Vienna. This follows claims by…
Khamenei's Advisor: We Warned ISIS That We Will Intervene Directly If They Approach Holy Sites
Yahya Rahim Safavi, a senior advisor to Iran's Supreme Leader, warned ISIS against approaching Shia holy sites in Iraq, stating that Iran would intervene directly.…
Obama's Nuclear Message to Iranian Officials
A member of the Iranian Parliament revealed that Barack Obama sent a nuclear message to Iranian officials during Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi's visit. Iranian…
Speculation About Zarif's Return to Tehran
Mohammad Javad Zarif returned to Tehran for consultations with high-ranking officials ahead of the July 1 deadline for nuclear negotiations. Speculations suggest this could involve…
Khamenei: The Judiciary Must Stand Against Threats
Ayatollah Khamenei urged the Iranian judiciary to resist various pressures undermining its independence, particularly in light of claims of external influence in the case of…
Khamenei: Those who sugarcoat America's enmity are traitors
Ayatollah Khamenei criticized those who downplay America's hostility while negotiating a nuclear deal in Vienna. He emphasized the need for the Iranian nation to recognize…
Five Areas of 'Tension' with Saudi Arabia Defined by the Head of Civil Defense
Gholamreza Jalali, head of Iran's Civil Defense Organization, outlined five areas of tension with Saudi Arabia, emphasizing the imminent threat posed by differing Islamic ideologies…
Conflicting Reports on Progress in Drafting Comprehensive Nuclear Agreement
Reports indicate that while 90% of the nuclear agreement text has been drafted, significant unresolved issues remain, particularly regarding sanctions and military dimensions. Iranian Foreign…
Rouhani: We Seek Fair and Just Understanding
Iran's President Rouhani stated the country seeks serious negotiations regarding its nuclear program, emphasizing fairness and justice, following Supreme Leader Khamenei's declaration of red lines…
Zarif to Travel to Vienna for Nuclear Talks on Friday
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif is set to travel to Vienna for crucial nuclear negotiations with P5+1 countries just days before a key deadline.…
Clarification of 'Red Lines' Ahead of Nuclear Agreement Deadline
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry and French Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius commented on Iranian Supreme Leader Khamenei's statements regarding nuclear negotiations, asserting that they…
Potential U.S. Plan in Case of Negotiation Failure: Use of the Most Destructive Non-Nuclear Bomb
Politico discusses the potential U.S. military response if nuclear negotiations with Iran fail, including the use of a powerful non-nuclear bomb. Iranian leaders have set…
Kerry: The U.S. Continues Its Path Despite Iranian Leader's Statements
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry asserts that nuclear negotiations with Iran will proceed despite recent statements from Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei outlining new…
Guardian Council Approves Parliament's Nuclear Bill
The Guardian Council has approved a controversial nuclear bill from the Iranian Parliament that sets strict conditions for any nuclear agreement with world powers, including…
Khamenei: Lifting Western Sanctions Should Not Be Conditional on Iran's Commitments
Supreme Leader Khamenei has reiterated that the lifting of Western sanctions should not depend on Iran fulfilling its commitments, emphasizing that sanctions must be lifted…
Unemployment Among University Graduates
Iranian newspapers report on the significant unemployment crisis among university graduates, with over six million graduates jobless. The government is facing criticism for failing to…
Simultaneous Attack by Religious Mourning Figures on Rouhani, Rafsanjani, and Ahmadinejad
Religious mourning figures in Iran have criticized President Hassan Rouhani and former President Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani for elitism and their political actions, while also attacking…
Decline of Dry Tea Production in Iran
Iran's dry tea production has significantly declined, with a 16% drop in quantity compared to last year and only 13,000 tons produced domestically against a…
Diplomats: Increased Likelihood of Reaching a Comprehensive Nuclear Agreement
Iranian and Western diplomats indicate an increased likelihood of reaching a comprehensive nuclear agreement, despite previous skepticism. The negotiations involve Iran and the 1+5 countries,…
The Daughters of Rahimi: Our Father's 1.2 Billion Tomans Were Spent on Elections
The daughters of Mohammad Reza Rahimi denied allegations of bribery against their father, claiming that the 1.2 billion tomans he received were used for parliamentary…
Is Ayatollah Khamenei Opposed to a Final Nuclear Agreement?
As the June 30 deadline approaches for nuclear negotiations between Iran and world powers, Ayatollah Khamenei's public statements suggest inflexibility, yet leaked information indicates he…
Diplomats: Main Disagreements Between Iran and World Powers Remain
Diplomats report that significant disagreements between Iran and world powers persist just weeks before a nuclear agreement deadline. Key issues include the timing of sanctions…
Rafsanjani: Sanctions are Rotting the Bones of the Working Class
Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani criticized Western sanctions for severely impacting the working class in Iran, claiming they are causing significant hardship. He emphasized that claims of…
Rouhani: Those Who Say Sanctions Are Not Important Are Unaware of People's Struggles
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani criticized those who downplay the impact of sanctions, stating they are unaware of the economic struggles faced by citizens. He emphasized…
PEN International Calls for the Immediate and Unconditional Release of Mostafa Azizi
PEN International has called for the release of Mostafa Azizi, a writer sentenced to eight years in prison in Iran for his social media activity.…
Rouhani: We Prove Accusations Are Baseless by Implementing the Additional Protocol
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani defended the implementation of the Additional Protocol of the NPT, asserting it will prove accusations of nuclear bomb development are baseless.…
Najafi: Allegations of 'Possible Military Dimensions' are Baseless and False
Reza Najafi, Iran's representative to the IAEA, has dismissed allegations regarding the military dimensions of Iran's nuclear program as unfounded and reiterated Iran's willingness to…
Fabius: Any Agreement with Iran Must Be Verifiable
French Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius emphasized the necessity of verifiable inspections in any nuclear agreement with Iran, stating that no guarantees currently exist. With only…
Criticism from Two Former Obama Administration Officials on Potential Nuclear Agreement with Iran
The U.S. House subcommittee raised concerns about the nuclear agreement with Iran, with former officials criticizing its effectiveness and warning of regional nuclear proliferation. Key…
Netanyahu: The Nuclear Agreement Does Not Prevent Tehran from Acquiring an Atomic Bomb
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asserts that the nuclear agreement with Iran does not prevent the country from developing nuclear weapons, a sentiment echoed by…
Ahmadinejad's Position in the 'Yekta' Organization
A new political party named 'Yekta' has been formed by some former ministers of Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, without his consultation. This emergence reflects a chaotic political…
Concerns Raised by Khamenei's Representative in the IRGC Regarding Changes in Parliament Composition
Ali Saeedi, the representative of Iran's Supreme Leader in the IRGC, expressed concerns about the potential transformation of the principlist parliament, viewing it as a…
Internal Political Conflicts in the Shadow of Nuclear Negotiations
The article discusses the intertwining of internal political conflicts in Iran with the ongoing nuclear negotiations, highlighting how different factions use these talks for political…
Velayati: We Do Not Allow Strangers to Visit Sensitive Military Centers
Ali Akbar Velayati asserted that Iran will not permit any foreign visits to its sensitive military sites, emphasizing that U.S. calls for inspections are merely…
Ahmad Alamolhoda: Leadership by Council is Impossible
Ahmad Alamolhoda has rejected the idea of a council-based leadership in Iran, criticizing proponents for lacking understanding of jurisprudential principles. This discussion was initially raised…
Jazayeri: We Will Not Allow Even 'Limited and Controlled' Visits to Military Centers
Iran's military leadership, represented by Masoud Jazayeri, has firmly rejected any form of visits to military centers, even if they are limited and controlled, contradicting…
Zarif: If All Parties Adhere to Lausanne Agreement, We Will Reach a Deal
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif stated that a comprehensive nuclear agreement could be reached if all parties adhere to the Lausanne framework. The negotiations…
Pentagon: Iran is Developing Technologies Applicable to Nuclear Weapons
The Pentagon reports that Iran continues to develop technologies applicable to nuclear weapons, despite claims of compliance with nuclear agreements. This development includes ballistic missile…
Iraqchi: Managed Access to Military Sites Does Not Mean Inspections
Abbas Iraqchi, a senior member of Iran's nuclear negotiation team, stated that 'managed access' to military sites does not equate to inspections, despite Ayatollah Khamenei's…
Khamenei Warns Against 'Distortion' of Khomeini and His Portrayal as a Liberal
Ayatollah Khamenei warned against the distortion of Ayatollah Khomeini's legacy, labeling it a significant threat to Iran's path. He criticized portrayals of Khomeini as a…
New Round of Negotiations for Final Nuclear Agreement Begins on Thursday
The sixth round of negotiations for the final nuclear agreement between Iran and the P5+1 will begin in Vienna on Thursday, amid ongoing tensions regarding…
New Agency Report: 'Iran's Delay and Continued Technical Stalemate'
The latest IAEA report highlights Iran's increased efficiency in uranium enrichment and ongoing technical stalemate in negotiations. Iran has responded to most questions from the…
Warning from a Group of European Parliament Members Regarding Human Rights Situation in Iran
Over 220 members of the European Parliament have issued a statement warning about the worsening human rights situation in Iran and calling for actions such…
Iran's Response to Saudi Arabia's Accusations of 'Supporting Terrorism'
Iran has firmly rejected Saudi Arabia's accusations of supporting terrorism, emphasizing its commitment to supporting allied nations in the region. The diplomatic tensions between the…