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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…