January 2016
Republicans Protest the Implementation of Visa Restriction Law
Five Republican representatives have expressed concerns over the implementation of a new visa restriction law in the U.S., arguing that exemptions for certain applicants undermine…
Initial Report by the U.S. Army on the Arrest and Release of Sailors
The U.S. Army released an initial report on the detention and subsequent release of 10 Navy sailors by Iran's Revolutionary Guards, stating that their belongings…
Relations with Iran as a Key Topic in the Democratic Candidates' Debate
In the latest Democratic debate, candidates Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders discussed the future of U.S.-Iran relations and the implementation of the nuclear agreement. While…
The U.S. to Pay $1.7 Billion Debt to Iran
The U.S. will pay Iran $1.7 billion, including $400 million in seized assets and $1.3 billion in late fees, following a ruling by the International…
Iran's Nuclear Sanctions Lifted
Iran has successfully taken steps to implement the JCPOA, leading to the lifting of nuclear-related sanctions by the U.S. and EU. This marks a significant…
Iran and Airbus Agreement for the Purchase of 114 Passenger Aircraft
Iran has reached an agreement with Airbus to purchase 114 passenger aircraft, which will be gradually added to its fleet following the lifting of sanctions.…
With Agency's Confirmation, Iran's Nuclear Sanctions Lifted
The International Atomic Energy Agency confirmed that Iran has completed the necessary steps to implement the JCPOA, leading to the lifting of nuclear sanctions. Key…
Reuters: The Timing of the Announcement of the Implementation Day is Still Under Review
The announcement of the 'Implementation Day' for the nuclear agreement is still under review due to unresolved technical issues, according to a U.S. official. Key…
Obama Grants Kerry Authority to Issue License for Aircraft Sales to Iran
Barack Obama has authorized John Kerry to issue a license for selling passenger aircraft to Iran, marking a significant step in lifting sanctions post-JCPOA. This…
Kremlin: Obama and Putin Call for De-escalation of Tensions Between Tehran and Riyadh
The Kremlin announced that Presidents Obama and Putin have called for reducing tensions between Iran and Saudi Arabia amid a diplomatic crisis following the execution…
U.S. House of Representatives Suspends Bill for Increased Oversight on JCPOA
The U.S. House of Representatives initially approved a bill for increased oversight on the JCPOA but suspended it due to low participation. The bill aims…
Obama: The Nuclear Agreement with Iran Prevented Another War
During his final State of the Union address, President Obama highlighted the success of the nuclear agreement with Iran in preventing war and addressed ongoing…
The U.S. at the Crossroads of Iran and Saudi Arabia
Recent tensions between Iran and Saudi Arabia, highlighted by the execution of Shia cleric Nimr Baqr al-Nimr and attacks on Saudi diplomatic offices in Iran,…
US Warned Saudi Arabia About Consequences of Nimr's Execution
The US warned Saudi Arabia about the potential consequences of executing Sheikh Nimr, emphasizing that it could exacerbate sectarian tensions in the Middle East. Josh…