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.…
Steinitz: Agreement with Iran Without Permission to Inspect Military Sites is a Deception
Israeli Minister Yuval Steinitz claims that any agreement with Iran that does not allow inspections of military sites is a deception. As nuclear talks near…
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…
Kerry After Meeting with Zarif in Geneva: The Negotiations Were Very Good and Positive
John Kerry and Mohammad Javad Zarif met in Geneva to discuss the ongoing nuclear negotiations, which were described as positive despite remaining differences. Key issues…
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…
IAEA: Iran Has Provided Information on One of the Disputed Issues
The IAEA has reported that Iran has provided information on one of the disputed issues regarding its nuclear program. This development comes amid ongoing negotiations…
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…
The U.S. Seeks No Extension of Nuclear Talks with Iran 'After July 1 Deadline'
The U.S. has ruled out extending nuclear negotiations with Iran beyond the July 1 deadline, emphasizing the need for a timely agreement. This comes as…
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…
Iran's Foreign Ministry Threatens Ahmadinejad with Legal Action
Iran's Foreign Ministry has threatened legal action against Mahmoud Ahmadinejad following his office's claim that the previous government did not permit interviews with nuclear scientists…
Ahmadinejad's Office Denies Zarif's Claims About Interviews with Nuclear Scientists
Ahmadinejad's office has denied Zarif's claims that IAEA officials interviewed Iranian nuclear scientists during his presidency, labeling the statements as false. This controversy arises amid…
The Red Carpet of Street Vendors in the Capital
The article discusses the recent speeches at Tehran University commemorating the Second Khordad, highlighting the return of reformist figures like Saeed Hajjarian after a decade.…
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…
End of Rationing and Start of Single-Price Policy; Gasoline Prices Liberalized
The Iranian government has eliminated gasoline rationing, setting a single price of 1000 tomans per liter, which is seen as a significant shift in policy…
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…
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…
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.…
Representatives Not Convinced; Questioning Zarif Moves to Public Session
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif faced skepticism from parliament members regarding his answers about nuclear negotiations, leading to a formal questioning in a public…
Continued Criticism in Parliament Regarding Access to Military Sites
Iranian parliamentary officials have reiterated that the country will not permit inspections of military sites, despite government claims of 'managed access.' This stance reflects deep-seated…
Zarif: The Additional Protocol Does Not Allow Excessive Access
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif emphasized that the Additional Protocol does not permit excessive access to military sites, countering Western claims of unrestricted inspections.…
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…
These Suicides Have Messages
A recent survey indicates a significant polarization in the upcoming Iranian parliamentary elections, with predictions showing a potential return of reformists to power. Concurrently, protests…
Zarif: Many Parentheses Remain in the Draft of the Final Nuclear Agreement
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif expressed that many issues remain unresolved in the draft of the final nuclear agreement with the 1+5 group, despite…
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…
Narges Mohammadi: My Charges Are Groundless
Narges Mohammadi, a prominent human rights activist in Iran, faces trial on charges including conspiracy against national security and propaganda against the regime. She argues…
Mohammad Javad Zarif Says: 'We Do Not Imprison Anyone in Iran for Their Beliefs.'
Mohammad Javad Zarif defended his claim that no one is imprisoned in Iran for their beliefs, specifically referencing Jason Rezaian. This statement has sparked debate…
Boroujerdi: Negotiators Must Obtain Parliament's Approval for Acceptance of Additional Protocol
Aladdin Boroujerdi, head of the Iranian Parliament's National Security Commission, stated that any acceptance of the Additional Protocol to the NPT by Iran requires parliamentary…
Zarif: Foreign Minister or Spokesman for the Revolutionary Court?
Mohammad Javad Zarif, Iran's foreign minister, claimed in an interview that no one is imprisoned for their beliefs in Iran, a statement criticized for distorting…
Zarif's Response to Critics of His Remarks: My Statements Were About Jason Rezaian
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif faced backlash for claiming that no one is imprisoned for their opinions, clarifying that his comments were about Jason…
Zarif is not just Rouhani's Foreign Minister; he has direct ties to the Supreme Leader's office
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif claimed in a PBS interview that no one is imprisoned for their beliefs in Iran, prompting backlash from activists…
Protests Against Zarif's Remarks: 'Rouhani and His Foreign Minister Are Lying'
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif's claim that no one is imprisoned for their beliefs has sparked backlash from journalists and former political prisoners, who…
Continuation of Final Nuclear Agreement Text Writing; Re-publication of 'Iran's Fact Sheet'
Iran continues to negotiate the final text of its nuclear agreement with the P5+1, focusing on the complexities of lifting sanctions. The Iranian team has…