July 2017
Tillerson: The U.S. Will Never Accept a Nuclear North Korea
Rex Tillerson stated that the U.S. will never accept a nuclear North Korea following its recent missile test, blaming Russia and China for the situation.…
North Korea Tests Its Second Intercontinental Missile in Less Than a Month
North Korea conducted its second intercontinental missile test in less than a month, with the missile reportedly landing in Japan's exclusive economic zone. This action…
Associated Press: The US Seeks to Increase Inspections of Iran's Military Facilities
The Trump administration is looking to increase inspections of Iran's military facilities to assess the strength of the JCPOA and potentially find grounds to cancel…
Senator Corker: Strict Implementation of the JCPOA May Lead Iran to Violate It
Senator Bob Corker announced that the Senate will soon pass a sanctions bill against Iran and Russia, warning that strict enforcement of the nuclear deal…
Velayati Warns America: Violation of the JCPOA Will Not Go Unanswered
Ali Akbar Velayati warned the U.S. that violations of the JCPOA will not go unanswered, amidst new U.S. sanctions targeting Iran's missile activities. Tensions are…
Foreign Policy: Trump Assigns Another Group to Address JCPOA Due to Discontent with State Department
Donald Trump is reportedly dissatisfied with Secretary of State Rex Tillerson's handling of the JCPOA and has tasked a group of White House staff to…
U.S. Fines ExxonMobil $2 Million for Violating Russia Sanctions
The U.S. Treasury has fined ExxonMobil $2 million for violating sanctions against Russia by signing a contract with Igor Sechin in 2014. This action is…
Zarif: U.S. Goodwill in Implementing JCPOA Could Facilitate Interaction in Other Areas
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif emphasized that U.S. goodwill in implementing the nuclear deal could lead to broader interactions, while rejecting the idea of…
Rouhani: We Will Not Overlook America's Violations and Will Stand Against Them
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani condemned new U.S. sanctions as violations of the nuclear agreement and vowed to respond appropriately. He emphasized the need for Iran…
Zarif: We Have the Option to Withdraw from the JCPOA in Case of Major Violations
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif stated that Iran may withdraw from the JCPOA if major violations occur by the other signatories. This statement comes…
Zarif: Iran and Saudi Arabia Cannot Ignore Each Other
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif emphasized the need for cooperation between Iran and Saudi Arabia to resolve regional issues, despite ongoing tensions. He also…
White House: Tillerson Will Soon Issue Statement on JCPOA
The White House announced that Secretary of State Rex Tillerson will soon issue a statement on Iran's compliance with the JCPOA, with the deadline for…
Netanyahu Declares Opposition to Syrian Ceasefire Due to 'Iran's Stabilization Presence'
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu expressed strong opposition to a recent ceasefire in Syria, claiming it solidifies Iran's presence in the region. He discussed his concerns…
Zarif in Interview with CNN: IAEA Has Confirmed Iran's Compliance with JCPOA Seven Times
Iran's Foreign Minister Zarif defended the country's compliance with the JCPOA, stating the IAEA has confirmed this seven times, amid accusations from four U.S. senators.…
Zarif: The U.S. Has Not Respected the Spirit of the JCPOA Due to Incorrect Policies
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif criticized the U.S. for not respecting the spirit of the JCPOA, stating that the U.S. has only shown minimal…
Trump Administration 'Likely' to Certify Iran's Compliance with JCPOA for Another 90 Days
The Trump administration is expected to certify Iran's compliance with the JCPOA for another 90 days, despite ongoing skepticism about the agreement. This decision follows…
Letter from Several Retired American Military Officials in Defense of the JCPOA
A group of 38 retired American military officials has written an open letter to President Trump, supporting the Iran nuclear deal (JCPOA) and emphasizing its…
New Actions by House Democrats Regarding Iran and Russia Sanction Bill
House Democrats plan to reintroduce a sanctions bill against Iran and Russia to overcome legislative obstacles. This follows a previous Senate bill and is influenced…
EU Foreign Policy Chief: The JCPOA Belongs to No Single Country
Federica Mogherini, the EU's foreign policy chief, emphasized that the JCPOA is an international agreement and not owned by any single country, amid U.S. scrutiny…
The White House Calls for Changes to Iran and Russia Sanctions Bill
The White House is seeking changes to a sanctions bill against Iran and Russia, which was overwhelmingly approved by the Senate but faces challenges in…
Tillerson's Visit to the Persian Gulf Aimed at Finding a Solution for the Qatar Crisis
Rex Tillerson is visiting the Persian Gulf to mediate the ongoing crisis involving Qatar, which is accused by Saudi Arabia and its allies of supporting…
Peaceful Regime Change in Iran; What Supporters and Opponents Are Saying
The article discusses the potential for peaceful regime change in Iran, particularly in light of U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson's recent comments. Analysts are…
Tillerson: If Pressure Approach on North Korea Fails, Few Good Options Will Remain
U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson warned that if diplomatic efforts to pressure North Korea fail, few viable options will remain. This statement follows North…
USA: We Will Use Military Option Against North Korea If Necessary
Nikki Haley announced that the U.S. is ready to use military force against North Korea if necessary, while preferring diplomatic solutions. This follows North Korea's…
Qatar's Negative Response to the Demands of Four Arab Countries; Doha Threatened with Further Actions
The foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Egypt, the UAE, and Bahrain expressed disappointment over Qatar's negative response to their thirteen conditions for improving relations, indicating…