September 2017
Haley: Some Countries Want to Protect Iran from Increased Inspections
Nikki Haley, the U.S. ambassador to the UN, has called for increased inspections of Iran's nuclear facilities, warning that the nuclear agreement is meaningless without…
Zarif: If the US Exits the JCPOA, We Also Have the Option to Leave
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif warned that if the US withdraws from the JCPOA, Iran would consider exiting as well. This statement comes amid…
IAEA Director Calls for Clarification on Controversial Section of JCPOA
The IAEA's Director General has called for clarity on a controversial section of the JCPOA related to nuclear technology that could be used for bomb-making,…
Rouhani Informs Foreign Ministry of 'Countering U.S. Actions' Law
Iran's President Rouhani has communicated a new law aimed at countering U.S. actions to the Foreign Ministry, following increased tensions after U.S. sanctions. The law…
Donald Trump's Reaction to Iran's Recent Ballistic Missile Test
Donald Trump reacted to Iran's recent ballistic missile test, claiming it has the capability to reach Israel and highlighting Iran's collaboration with North Korea. This…
Israeli Defense Minister Condemns Iran's 'Provocative' Missile Test
Iran successfully tested its Khorramshahr ballistic missile, prompting Israeli Defense Minister Avigdor Lieberman to condemn the act as provocative. This missile has a range of…
45 U.S. National Security Experts Urge Trump to Withdraw from JCPOA
A group of 45 U.S. national security experts has urged President Trump to withdraw from the Iran nuclear deal (JCPOA), citing its dangers and weaknesses.…
Haley: Leaving the JCPOA Will Not Undermine America's Credibility
Nikki Haley stated that the U.S. withdrawal from the JCPOA will not harm America's diplomatic credibility and emphasized the need for reassessment of agreements based…
Donald Trump: I Have Made My Decision on the JCPOA
Donald Trump announced he has made a decision regarding the JCPOA but did not disclose what it is. His comments at the UN labeled the…
Iran and US Representatives Clash Over IAEA Inspections of Iranian Facilities
Iran and the US representatives argued at the IAEA conference over the extent of inspections of Iran's nuclear facilities, with the US pushing for broader…
Crisis in Korea; Naval Exercises by China and Russia, Military Drills by the US, South Korea, and Japan
China and Russia are conducting naval military exercises near North Korea amid rising tensions following North Korea's nuclear tests. Concurrently, the US, South Korea, and…
Rouhani: Europeans Must Send a Strong Message to the US Regarding the JCPOA
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani urged the European Union to pressure the US to adhere to the JCPOA, emphasizing Iran's compliance with the agreement. This comes…
Moscow Will Urge Washington Not to Withdraw from the JCPOA
Russia's UN representative has stated that Moscow will urge the U.S. not to withdraw from the JCPOA during an upcoming meeting. This follows ongoing criticisms…
North Korean Leader: Our Ultimate Goal is Achieving a Balance of Power with the U.S.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un declared that achieving a balance of power with the U.S. is Pyongyang's ultimate goal, aiming to deter U.S. military…
Shamkhani: Access to Military Sites is an Unnecessary and Nullified Issue
Ali Shamkhani, Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, declared that access to military sites is no longer a relevant issue and denied any undeclared…
Dozens of Nuclear Experts Call for the U.S. to Remain in the Nuclear Agreement with Iran
Over 80 nuclear experts have urged the Trump administration to maintain the nuclear agreement with Iran, emphasizing its role in reducing nuclear risks and enhancing…
The UN Security Council Intensifies Sanctions Against North Korea
The UN Security Council has unanimously intensified sanctions against North Korea following its sixth nuclear test, targeting textile exports and crude oil imports. This marks…
Amano's Report: The Agency Does Not Distinguish Between Iran's Military and Civilian Sites
Yukiya Amano, the IAEA Director General, affirmed Iran's compliance with the 2015 nuclear agreement, stating the agency does not differentiate between military and civilian sites…
Salehi: If Only the U.S. Withdraws from the JCPOA, Iran Will Likely Remain Committed
Ali Akbar Salehi stated that Iran may remain committed to the JCPOA if only the U.S. withdraws, provided the other signatories stay committed. He warned…
The United States and the Uncertain Future of the Nuclear Agreement with Iran
Nikki Haley outlined the Trump administration's strategy to distance from the nuclear agreement with Iran, indicating a likely decision against certifying Iran's compliance. The U.S.…
South Korea: Deployment of US Missile Defense System Completed
South Korea has completed the installation of the US THAAD missile defense system amid rising tensions with North Korea, which has conducted missile tests and…
French Foreign Minister: I am concerned about Trump's stance on the nuclear deal with Iran
French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian expressed concern over President Trump's potential undermining of the Iran nuclear deal (JCPOA). He emphasized the importance of the…
Hassan Rouhani: Iran Will Never Be the Initiator of Violating the JCPOA
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani affirmed that Iran will not initiate a violation of the JCPOA, while Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif stated that continuing the…
Haley: Iran's Non-Compliance with the JCPOA Does Not Mean the U.S. Will Withdraw from the Agreement
U.S. Ambassador Nikki Haley stated that Iran's non-compliance with the JCPOA does not equate to a U.S. withdrawal from the agreement. She criticized the IAEA…
Putin: Intensifying Sanctions Against North Korea Will Have Negative Consequences
Russian President Vladimir Putin criticized U.S. calls for intensified sanctions against North Korea, stating they would have negative effects and could lead to global disaster.…
North Korea Crisis; China and Russia Call for 'Calm' and 'Negotiation'
The U.S. claims North Korea seeks war and calls for sanctions, while China and Russia advocate for calm and diplomatic solutions amidst rising tensions following…
US Ambassador to the UN Says North Korea 'Wants War'
US Ambassador Nikki Haley accused North Korea of wanting war and called for the toughest sanctions against it following its sixth nuclear test. In response,…
Emphasis by US and German Leaders on Intensifying UN Sanctions Against North Korea
US President Trump and German Chancellor Merkel have called for stronger UN sanctions against North Korea following its recent nuclear test. They condemned the test…
The U.S. Will Prepare a Resolution on North Korea for Voting
The U.S. plans to introduce a resolution at the UN Security Council regarding North Korea's recent nuclear tests, emphasizing the need for stronger sanctions. Nikki…
Boroujerdi: Visits to Military Sites Subject to National Security Council Decision
Aladdin Boroujerdi, head of Iran's National Security Commission, stated that any inspections of military sites by the IAEA depend on the Supreme National Security Council's…
Emergency Security Council Meeting on North Korea's Nuclear Test
The UN Security Council is convening an emergency meeting to discuss North Korea's latest nuclear test, which has drawn widespread international condemnation. The meeting is…
Zarif: Nikki Haley's Remarks Indicate Her 'Ignorance' of the JCPOA Text
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif criticized U.S. Ambassador Nikki Haley's comments on the JCPOA, asserting they reflect her ignorance of the agreement. He emphasized…
Trump to Meet World Leaders on UN Structural Reforms
President Trump is set to meet with world leaders to discuss reforms to the UN structure, presenting a ten-point proposal aimed at improving efficiency and…