March 2016
Khamenei, Hashemi Rafsanjani, and the Attribution of 'Treachery'
Ayatollah Khamenei criticized a tweet attributed to Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani that suggested a future focused on dialogue rather than military might, accusing its proponents of…
Concerns of Influential Senate Committee Chairman Over Iran's Missile Program
Bob Corker expressed concerns about Iran's missile program, criticizing the UN Security Council's lack of response to missile tests. This situation highlights the ongoing tensions…
UN Secretary-General: Iran's Missile Tests Have Caused Concern
The UN Secretary-General expressed concern over Iran's recent ballistic missile tests, stating it is up to global powers to decide on potential new sanctions. The…
Zarif: American Election Campaigns Regarding JCPOA Should Not Be Taken Seriously
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif dismissed claims made by U.S. presidential candidates regarding the JCPOA, asserting it is a legal commitment of the U.S.…
Disruption of Government Spokesman's Speech in Hoveyzeh with Slogans Against the Government
During a speech by government spokesman Mohammad Baqer Nobakht in Hoveyzeh, attendees disrupted the event with slogans against the government, reflecting discontent over ongoing economic…
2015: The Year of the Conclusion of the Nuclear Negotiations
The article discusses the culmination of the nuclear negotiations between Iran and the P5+1 group in 2015, leading to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action…
Indirect Cooperation Between Qassem Soleimani and American Officials During Bush's Era
Zalmay Khalilzad reveals that the Bush administration indirectly collaborated with Qassem Soleimani in 2006 to remove Iraqi Prime Minister Ibrahim al-Jaafari due to concerns over…
News-Making Figure of 2015 Selected by You: Mohammad Javad Zarif
Mohammad Javad Zarif has been named the most news-making figure of 2015 by Radio Farda's audience for the third year in a row. He received…
Istanbul Explosion; Erdogan Expresses Condolences to Iran and Israel
Turkish President Erdogan expressed condolences to Iran and Israel following a suicide bombing in Istanbul that killed five people, including one Iranian and three Israelis.…
The Theorization of Anti-Democratic Policies by Ayatollah Khamenei
Ayatollah Khamenei's recent speech critiques U.S. policies and outlines his vision for Iran's economic and political future, emphasizing resistance against U.S. pressures and the importance…
Khamenei: America has not fulfilled its commitments
Ali Khamenei criticized the U.S. for not fulfilling its commitments under the JCPOA and accused it of maintaining sanctions while pretending to seek friendship. He…
Death of an Iranian and Injury of Three Others in Istanbul Explosion
An explosion in Istanbul resulted in the death of an Iranian citizen, Alireza Razmkah, and injuries to three others, including a child. The incident highlights…
Zarif's Visit to Turkey Aims to Enhance Economic Cooperation Between the Two Countries
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif visited Turkey to enhance economic cooperation and discuss the Syrian crisis. His meetings with Turkish officials come amid a…
Zarif Criticizes Appointment of Special Rapporteur on Human Rights for Iran
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif criticized Western countries for their treatment of Iran regarding human rights, asserting that Iran is the only country in…
Soleimani: Zarif Has No Authority to Negotiate on Issues Other Than Nuclear
Qassem Soleimani stated that Iran's foreign minister, Mohammad Javad Zarif, lacks the authority to negotiate on issues beyond the nuclear agreement. This statement comes amid…
Reuters cites diplomats: Iran cannot be sanctioned for missile tests
Diplomats from the UN Security Council indicate that Iran cannot be legally sanctioned for its recent missile tests due to ambiguous language in the relevant…
Republican Senators' Plan for Stricter Sanctions Against Iran
A group of Republican senators is pushing for stricter sanctions against Iran's missile production sectors, claiming the Obama administration has failed to adequately respond to…
European Foreign Policy Chief to Visit Tehran on April 17
Federica Mogherini, the EU's foreign policy chief, is set to visit Tehran on April 17 to discuss reviving relations and regional issues such as Syria…
Zarif: Missile Tests Are Not Contrary to Nuclear Agreement
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif stated that recent missile tests do not violate the nuclear agreement, asserting that they are purely defensive. This comes…
Zarif: Saudi Economy Has Collapsed
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif claimed that Saudi Arabia's economy is collapsing due to its deliberate attempts to lower oil prices to undermine Iran.…
Negotiating with the Great Satan: Zalmay Khalilzad's Report on Secret Talks with Iran
Zalmay Khalilzad's upcoming memoir reveals that secret negotiations between Iran and the U.S. occurred before and after the U.S. invasion of Iraq, despite Ayatollah Khamenei's…
UN Secretary-General Calls on Iran to Avoid Escalating Tensions in the Region
The UN Secretary-General has urged Iran to exercise restraint following new missile tests conducted by the IRGC, which have raised concerns among Western nations about…
Iran's Foreign Ministry: Missile Tests Do Not Violate JCPOA
Iran's Foreign Ministry asserts that recent missile tests by the IRGC do not violate the JCPOA or UN Resolution 2231, despite US and Israeli claims…
Hajizadeh: The Enemy May Influence Political Officials
Amir Ali Hajizadeh, commander of the IRGC Aerospace Force, warned that U.S. intelligence may influence Iranian political officials regarding missile tests. He emphasized the importance…
Clinton: Iran Should Be Sanctioned for Missile Tests
Hillary Clinton has called for new sanctions against Iran following missile tests by the IRGC, which included missiles aimed at Israel. The U.S. government is…
John Kerry Discusses Iran's New Missile Tests with Zarif
John Kerry discussed Iran's recent ballistic missile tests with Mohammad Javad Zarif, expressing U.S. concerns. The U.S. and allies are prepared to respond if these…
Iran and Britain Sign Trade Cooperation Facilitation Agreement
The UK and Iran have signed a trade cooperation facilitation agreement aimed at easing investment and export projects between the two nations. This development comes…
Significant Progress in Talks to Return Refugees from Australia to Iran
Iran and Australia are making significant progress in negotiations to return Iranian refugees whose asylum requests have been denied. This issue is being discussed during…
Zarif: The rapprochement of some Arab countries with Israel is shameful
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif condemned the rapprochement of some Arab nations with Israel during a speech at an OIC summit in Indonesia, reaffirming…
News-Making Figure of 1394; Selected by the Audience of Radio Farda
Radio Farda is conducting its annual survey to select the most newsworthy figure of the year, with nominees including prominent political figures such as Mohammad…
Former US Ambassador: We Had Talks with Iran Before the Iraq Invasion
Zalmay Khalilzad, the former US ambassador, reveals in his new book that he held secret talks with Iranian officials before the 2003 Iraq invasion, aiming…
Trump: We have given money to Iran, they buy non-American goods
Donald Trump criticized U.S. policies towards Iran, claiming that the U.S. has given Iran $150 billion, which has been used for non-American products. He also…
Zarif and Firouzabadi Respond to Hezbollah Being Labeled as Terrorist
Iranian officials, including Foreign Minister Zarif and Chief of Staff Firouzabadi, condemned the Gulf Cooperation Council's designation of Hezbollah as a terrorist organization, calling it…
Central Bank Deputy: Iranophobia in the Banking Sector Continues
The Deputy of the Central Bank of Iran highlighted ongoing concerns about 'Iranophobia' in the banking sector, despite recent efforts to align with international standards…
Iran's Foreign Minister: Obama Was Right and I Was Wrong
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif admitted in an interview that his handshake with President Obama was a mistake, acknowledging that it caused significant backlash…
Mohsen Rezaei Claims: American Official's Visit is 'Infiltration Project' to Iran
Mohsen Rezaei claims that a former CIA head is responsible for infiltration in Iran, having visited universities and identified them. He argues this is a…