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2024-12-16 22:17
By Soheila Zarfam
Why Iran’s influence in West Asia is not going anywhere
TEHRAN – A recent article published in the Foreign Policy Magazine attempts to present a narrative in which Iran’s role in Syria has been diminished by Turkey’s growing influence following the fall of President Bashar al-Assad.
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2024-12-16 22:16
International community must confront Israel’s ongoing war crimes in Gaza: Iran
TEHRAN – The Iranian Foreign Ministry has called for urgent international measures to stop the Israeli regime’s ongoing genocide in the Gaza Strip.
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2024-12-15 21:10
CNN reports unprecedented surge of Israelis engaging in ‘espionage’ for Iran
TEHRAN – A report released on Friday by CNN has highlighted growing anxiety within the Israeli regime over suspected espionage activities linked to Iran, involving various individuals.
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2024-12-15 21:10
'We’re in a really bad place:' ex-US diplomat on JCPOA, tensions in West Asia
TEHRAN – Wendy Sherman, the chief U.S. negotiator for the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), recently shared her perspective on the Iran nuclear agreement and the shifting geopolitical landscape during an interview with Richard Dearlove, the former head of MI6, on the One Decision Podcast.
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2024-12-15 19:20
‘Syria will be liberated from Israeli occupation’: IRGC chief
TEHRAN – Major General Hossein Salami, commander-in-chief of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), vehemently condemned Israel's recent seizure of Syrian territory, calling it "unbearable."
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2024-12-14 22:03
By Xavier Villar
Iran's role in the geopolitical shift of West Asia
MADRID – The fall of Bashar al-Assad's government in Syria and the subsequent transformation of the country into a "failed state" —a fragmented territory torn by the actions of various internal groups and foreign powers such as Turkey, the United States, Qatar, and Israel— has dealt a blow to one of the strategic pillars of Axis of Resistance.
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2024-12-14 19:55
Iranian president to attend D-8 summit in Cairo, reports say
TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is set to visit Cairo this week to participate in the summit of the D-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation, one Iranian official told Middle East Eye on Saturday.
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2024-12-14 19:55
Dual threats of terrorism, foreign interventions target Syria: Iran FM
TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has underscored the severe challenges facing Syria, citing the dual threats of terrorism and foreign interventions as critical concerns for the region's stability.
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2024-12-13 22:29
IRGC forces were the last to leave Syria’s battlefield: commander-in-chief
TEHRAN – The commander-in-chief of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), Major General Hossein Salami, has commended the sacrifices made by IRGC forces in Syria, emphasizing their pivotal role in resisting militants.
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2024-12-13 22:27
Tehran ready to support Baghdad if holy sites are threatened by terrorists: envoy
TEHRAN – The Iranian ambassador to Iraq has reaffirmed Tehran's commitment to supporting its neighbor in the face of potential terrorist threats, particularly if Iraq’s sovereignty or its holy sites are endangered.
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2024-12-13 22:25
By Garsha Vazirian
Mysterious drone sightings: manufacturing consent for war and beyond
TEHRAN – Over the past month, residents across the state of New Jersey in the United States have reported nighttime sightings of unidentified flying objects, including over military bases and President-elect Donald Trump's golf course.
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2024-12-11 21:24
President Pezeshkian to visit North Khorasan as second leg of provincial tour
TEHRAN – Following his first provincial visit to Sistan-Baluchestan, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is set to embark on his second provincial tour, this time to North Khorasan.
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2024-12-11 21:23
Tehran denounces E3 claims, defends nuclear activities as within legal rights
TEHRAN – Iran has strongly rejected accusations from three European nations regarding its nuclear program, warning it will respond appropriately to any confrontational actions.
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2024-12-11 21:22
Iran's Simorgh aircraft celebrates first flight over Persian Gulf
TEHRAN – Iran's new homegrown light transport aircraft, Simorgh, showcased its capabilities with a successful flight on Wednesday at the airshow on Kish Island in the Persian Gulf.
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2024/12/10
By Mohammad Khatibi
Western rejoice at fall of Assad: counting chickens before they hatch!
TEHRAN – The fall of Damascus to a coalition of militant groups, forcing President Bashar al-Assad's exile in a matter of 11 days, surprised many. However, a "regime change" operation in Syria had been underway for years, involving numerous international and regional actors, including terrorist groups.
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2024-12-10 22:35
Israeli attacks in Syria violates UN Charter: Iran foreign ministry
TEHRAN – The Iranian Foreign Ministry has strongly condemned Israel’s continued attacks on Syria’s infrastructure and its expanding occupation of the Golan Heights, describing these actions as violations of international law and a threat to regional stability.
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2024-12-10 22:31
Iranian, Pakistani FMs discuss Syria and bilateral relations
TEHRAN – In a telephone conversation, Pakistan’s Foreign Minister, Mohammad Ishaq Dar, and Iran’s Foreign Minister, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, engaged in an in-depth discussion on regional and international issues, with a particular focus on the evolving situation in Syria.
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2024-12-10 22:27
Iran watching Syrian militants’ proximity to Israel for potential ties: spox
TEHRAN – Fatemeh Mohajerani, the spokesperson for the Iranian government, underscored Iran's watchful approach to the changing dynamics in Syria during her weekly press briefing on Tuesday, noting that the proximity of Syrian armed groups to the Israeli regime serves as a vital factor in Tehran's strategic calculations.
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2024-12-09 22:32
By Maryam Geshani
Assad’s fall: what it means for US strategy toward Iran under Trump
TEHRAN – With the fall of Bashar al-Assad's government in Syria on December 9, the question arises as to what consequences this will have for the United States under the presidency of Trump, who is set to take office on January 20, 2024.
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2024-12-09 22:31
ECO chief calls for revival of historical Silk Road links in Tehran conference
TEHRAN – The Secretary General of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO), Asad Majeed Khan, has urged member states to revive historical connections along the ancient Silk Road and transform the region into a global air transport hub.
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2024-12-09 22:30
Araghchi: Syrian crisis result of US-Israeli scheme, army's unexpected frailty
TEHRAN – In a televised interview, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi attributed the recent fall of the Syrian government to a covert plan orchestrated by the United States and the Israeli regime.
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2024-12-09 01:56
Syrian Army retreated very quickly, Iran FM says
TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on Sunday night that the Syrian Army made quick retreats in the face of offensives by militants from the Hayat Tahrir al Sham (HTS).
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2024-12-08 22:38
Militants in Syria deny intent to target holy sites: IRIB
TEHRAN – An Iranian national television journalist has reported that militant groups in Syria have pledged not to launch any attacks against key religious sites, including the sacred shrines of Sayyida Zainab and Sayyida Ruqayyah.
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2024-12-08 22:35
Government spokesperson calls for dialogue at Iranian university students event
TEHRAN – In a gathering at Allameh Tabatabai University’s Faculty of Law and Political Science, the government spokesperson, Fatemeh Mohajerani, emphasized the urgent need for dialogue and mutual understanding in Iranian society.
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2024-12-08 22:34
Ambassador Jalali talks cooperation, regional developments with parliamentary delegation in Russia
TEHRAN – Kazem Jalali, the Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Moscow, held a meeting with a visiting parliamentary delegation from Iran to discuss key issues surrounding bilateral cooperation and regional dynamics.
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2024-12-08 22:17
Resistance key to progress: Hojatoleslam Qomi
TEHRAN – During a mourning ceremony for Hazrat Fatemeh (SA) at the Holy Shrine of Imam Reza in Mashhad, Hojatoleslam Mohammad Qomi, head of the Islamic Development Organization, declared that resilience is the hallmark of success.
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2024-12-08 22:02
Iran on Syria: People will decide the future
TEHRAN – The Iranian Foreign Ministry has reiterated its commitment to respecting Syria's unity, national sovereignty, and territorial integrity, emphasizing that the determination of Syria’s future rests solely with its people.
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2024-12-07 22:28
Iran completes tests for Saman-1 orbital transfer block
TEHRAN- The head of the Iranian Space Organization announced that tests for the Saman-1 propulsion system's orbital transfer block were successfully completed.
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2024-12-07 22:26
Unilateral sanctions hinder climate action, Iran tells ICJ
TEHRAN – At the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague, The Iranian foreign ministry’s director general of international legal affairs, Ali Mousavi, has denounced unilateral Westen sanctions for obstructing countries' ability to meet their climate change commitments.
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2024-12-07 22:26
Iran condemns Ukraine's support for terrorist groups in Syria
TEHRAN – Iran's Foreign Ministry has issued a strong rebuke of Ukraine, accusing Kyiv of violating international obligations by supporting terrorist groups in West Asia.