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Yesterday 20:41
Iran, Oman hold exclusive sovereign rights over Strait of Hormuz: deputy FM
TEHRAN- An Iranian deputy foreign minister has stated that Iran and Oman are the only countries with sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz, noting that Tehran has established new regulations to control maritime traffic under wartime conditions.
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Yesterday 20:33
Pezeshkian reaffirms Tehran’s commitment to freedom of navigation
TEHRAN - Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said the main challenge facing maritime transit and trade in the region stems from restrictions and obstacles imposed by the United States on Iran’s shipping and commercial activities, reaffirming Tehran’s commitment to ensuring freedom of navigation and stability in international waterways.
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2026-05-31 21:15
IRGC official says US options are limited to ‘bad or worse’
TEHRAN- A senior commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says Iran’s enemies made a strategic miscalculation in assessing the country’s capabilities and resolve, arguing that Tehran has emerged in a stronger position while the United States faces decline and failure.
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2026-05-31 21:09
IRGC unveils new missile-armed assault speedboat
TEHRAN- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy unveiled its new “Rajab 27th” high-speed assault watercraft in Tehran on Saturday night.
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2026-05-31 21:05
Iranian embassy in Denmark rejects allegations as 'baseless'
TEHRAN- The Iranian Embassy in Copenhagen has rejected allegations raised by Denmark’s intelligence and security service against the Islamic Republic, saying the accusations are part of a broader effort to politically and internationally isolate Iran rather than the result of any proven threat against Denmark or other Western countries.
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2026-05-31 20:52
Qalibaf: No US deal without securing the Iranian people’s rights
TEHRAN – Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf has stressed that Tehran will not accept any agreement with Washington aimed at permanently ending the US-Israeli war unless the rights of the Iranian people are fully secured.
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2026-05-30 21:33
Lawmaker reaffirms Tehran’s sovereign authority over Strait of Hormuz
TEHRAN- Ebrahim Azizi, Chairman of the Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Committee, has reaffirmed Iran’s sovereign authority over the Strait of Hormuz, describing the strategic waterway as an integral part of the country’s territorial domain and stressing Tehran’s exclusive right to determine policies governing its use.
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2026-05-30 21:30
Iran says no final agreement reached with US as indirect contacts continue
TEHRAN- Iran and the United States continue to exchange messages through indirect channels, but no final understanding has been reached yet, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said.
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2026-05-30 21:15
Leader’s advisor: Trump is ‘betraying diplomacy’ for the third time
TEHRAN – A senior advisor to Iran’s Leader has warned that President Donald Trump is “betraying” diplomacy for the third time in less than a year.
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2026-05-29 21:07
By Seyyed Mohammad Hosseini
Legal foundations for collecting dues in the Strait of Hormuz
QAZVIN – Examining the recent actions and initiatives of the Islamic Republic of Iran in the Strait of Hormuz through the prism of international law, specifically the specialized branch derived from these rules known as the “law of the sea,” is an essential necessity at this critical historical juncture.
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2026-05-29 20:53
Iranian dissident news network received £650 million of debt relief
TEHRAN- The company that owns the UK-based broadcaster Iran International received £650 million of debt relief from its shareholders, strengthening the balance sheet of the prominent platform for anti-Iran voices.
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2026-05-29 20:50
Iran calls for inclusive global governance
TEHRAN - Iran’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani, has called for a more representative and equitable system of global governance while warning against unilateralism, coercive policies, and violations of international law during two high-level meetings at the United Nations in New York.
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2026-05-25 21:37
By Kurosh Alyani
It is just a supradiplomatic op-ed
TEHRAN - We are Iranians — heirs to a civilization that, for millennia, has forged a model of engagement alongside steadfast resistance. These principles are not hollow slogans, but the product of blood and historical experience.
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2026-05-25 21:12
Hezbollah chief says Iran will emerge victorious in US-Israeli war
TEHRAN- Iran will emerge victorious in the war imposed by the United States and the Israeli regime, the secretary-general of Lebanon’s Hezbollah said, stressing that the Islamic Republic has humiliated both Washington and Tel Aviv.
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2026-05-25 20:45
Qalibaf’s reelection reinforces Iran’s military-political continuity amid US psychological warfare
By Shahrokh Saei
TEHRAN – The reelection of Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf as Speaker of the Iranian Parliament by an overwhelming majority carries significant political weight amid a psychological warfare campaign waged by the United States and Israel following their setbacks in the recent war.
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2026-05-24 21:33
By Shahrokh Saei
From Khorramshahr to Hormuz: A legacy of bravery and resistance against aggressors
TEHRAN – This year’s anniversary of the liberation of the strategic Iranian port city of Khorramshahr from Iraqi occupation has come into sharp focus amid Iran’s enduring resilience and resistance, set against the backdrop of recent US-Israeli aggression.
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2026-05-24 21:30
Iran’s strategy for Persian Gulf, Hormuz Strait to shape West Asia’s new order: Major General
TEHRAN- The plans and strategies of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution for managing the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz will guarantee the future of the region and a new regional order, in which foreigners will have no place, a top IRGC commander said.
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2026-05-23 20:51
Iran, ACA blame US for collapse of UN nuclear nonproliferation talks
TEHRAN – The United States has faced fierce criticism over the failure of UN talks to reach a consensus on reaffirming nuclear non-proliferation and disarmament goals.
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2026-05-23 20:50
Gabbard's resignation exposes deep split over Iran policy in Trump administration
TEHRAN – The resignation of the US director of national intelligence has intensified scrutiny of divisions within President Donald Trump’s administration, particularly over Washington’s approach toward Iran and the use of military force abroad.
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2026-05-23 20:37
Iran denounces decades-long US embargo on Cuba as a “crime against humanity”
TEHRAN- Iran’s Foreign Ministry has strongly condemned the United States over its continued sanctions, political pressure, and unlawful interference in Cuba’s internal affairs, accusing Washington of violating international law and committing acts amounting to a “crime against humanity.”
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2026-05-22 20:41
Tehran Friday prayers leader says Iran will overcome challenges
TEHRAN – Tehran’s interim Friday prayers leader said Iran will successfully overcome current challenges and hardships despite 'ongoing conspiracies and pressure campaigns orchestrated by the country’s adversaries.'
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2026-05-22 20:24
Iran envoy condemns UNSC silence over US threats and war crimes
TEHRAN- Iran’s ambassador and permanent representative to the United Nations has sharply criticized the UN Security Council for its silence regarding US threats against Iran and violations of international humanitarian law during the recent conflict involving the United States and Israel.
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2026-05-22 20:19
By Shahrokh Saei
Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman named the official voice of ‘Minab 168’ negotiating team
TEHRAN - Iran has appointed Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei as spokesperson for its delegation in talks with the United States.
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2026-05-20 20:23
Pezeshkian: Old methods cannot solve Iran's current challenges
TEHRAN – President Masoud Pezeshkian has stated that Iran's current complex problems cannot be resolved only through old methods, emphasizing the need for new methods and a shift in managerial thinking amid escalating pressures.
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2026-05-20 20:20
Iran’s Foreign Ministry holds ceremony to honor martyred senior diplomats
TEHRAN – The Iranian Foreign Ministry held a ceremony on Wednesday to mark the 40th day after the martyrdom of Kamal Kharazi, a Leader’s advisor, and the second anniversary of the martyrdom of former Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian. The event brought together former and current foreign ministers as well as senior diplomats, all paying tribute to the legacy of the two martyred leaders.
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2026-05-20 20:08
Putin and Xi denounce US-Israeli war on Iran as breach of ‘international law’
TEHRAN - Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping have condemned the US-Israeli war on Iran, which initially began more than 80 days ago.
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2026-05-19 20:13
China backs political solutions, plays role in Islamabad mediation: Iranian envoy
TEHRAN — Iran’s ambassador to China, Abdolreza Rahmani Fazli, says Beijing has played a significant role in the ongoing mediation efforts between Tehran and Washington in Islamabad, while continuing to advocate political solutions and regional stability amid escalating tensions in West Asia.
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2026-05-19 20:10
Pakistani defense minister says renewed war on Iran unlikely
TEHRAN — Pakistani Defense Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif said he believes the war against Iran is unlikely to resume, citing growing opposition within the United States to another military conflict in West Asia.
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2026-05-19 19:51
Lawmaker: Strait of Hormuz will remain under Iran’s control forever
TEHRAN - A senior Iranian lawmaker has announced that Iran will continue to assert control over the Strait of Hormuz as a strategic lever.
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2026-05-18 21:46
Araghchi holds intensive diplomatic talks as regional tensions escalate
TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held a series of telephone conversations with his counterparts from South Korea, France, Turkey, and Qatar on Sunday, focusing on regional tensions, diplomatic efforts, and the security situation in the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz.