UNHRC resolution ‘against Iran, not about rights’

Denunciation continues over international body’s double standards and politicization 

TEHRAN — Iran’s government spokesperson sharply rejected a United Nations Human Rights Council resolution on the country’s recent unrest, calling the measure a ‘politically motivated’ effort to exert pressure on the Islamic Republic while ignoring Western sanctions and Western-backed regional wars that constitute grave rights abuses.

Peaceful protests were derailed by terrorists: government

TEHRAN – The Iranian government spokeswoman Fatemeh Mohajerani said on Tuesday that peaceful protests were derailed by terrorists.

‘Imported recipes’ for Iran are ‘doomed to fail:’ government 

TEHRAN – Government spokeswoman Fatemeh Mohajerani said on Saturday that foreign intervention and “imported recipes” for Iran’s domestic political landscape are “doomed to fail.”

Majlis approves harsher punishment for collaborators with Zionist regime

TEHRAN –Alireza Salimi, a member of the Iranian Parliament (Majlis), has said a double-urgency bill has been approved to increase punishment for individuals who cooperate with the Zionist regime and hostile governments, ISNA reported on Tuesday.

Putin’s Tehran visit in works, says Iranian govt spokesperson

TEHRAN – Iranian government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani announced on Monday that Tehran is finalizing preparations to host Russian President Vladimir Putin, signaling another milestone in the deepening alliance between the two nations.

‘U.S. dishonesty proven repeatedly’, Iran says is committed but realistic toward talks

TEHRAN – The Iranian government spokesperson has cautioned against excessive optimism in ongoing indirect negotiations with Washington.

Tehran open to initiatives that helps lift sanctions: spokesperson

TEHRAN – Iran's government spokesperson said the indirect negotiations with the U.S. have so far shown positive results, adding that Tehran remains open to any initiative that helps lift sanctions and secure the rights of the Iranian people.

Iran will stay in the oil market, sanctions won’t work: government

TEHRAN – Donald Trump's latest attempt to move towards eliminating Iran's oil exports met with a rebuke from government spokeswoman Fatemeh Mohajerani, who declared that Iranians would continue to sell their oil as they had for the past decades, undeterred by Washington's unrelenting sanctions.

Why did Zarif resign?

The VP says he was advised by the judiciary chief to step down

TEHRAN – Mohammad Javad Zarif, Iran’s vice president for strategic affairs, has announced his resignation, stating that he was instructed to step down by a high-ranking official.

Tehran, Moscow to sign landmark strategic agreement on Jan 17

TEHRAN – In an interview with Russian news agency Sputnik published on Wednesday, Iranian government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani announced that Iran and Russia are set to sign a comprehensive cooperation agreement on January 17.

Iran eyeing Makran for new capital, says government spokesperson

TEHRAN – In a press conference on Tuesday, government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani announced plans to relocate Iran's capital to the southern part of the country.

Iran looking to reopen embassy in Syria, declares govt. spokesperson

TEHRAN – The Iranian government has announced its readiness to reopen its embassy in Damascus, signaling a commitment to strengthening ties with Syria as the country faces a range of escalating challenges following recent political upheavals.

Govt. spox talks Iran’s stance on snapback threats, Egypt visit, FATF

TEHRAN – Fatemeh Mohajerani, Iran's government spokesperson, addressed concerns about the potential activation of the snapback mechanism on the sidelines of cabinet meeting in Tehran on Wednesday.

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.

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.

Sanctions ineffective, Iran govt says ahead of talks with Europe

TEHRAN – Iranian government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani stated during a Tuesday press conference that "Western sanctions and maximum pressure against Iran have failed," emphasizing that these measures have consistently fallen short of their intended objectives.

Government spokesperson underlines handicrafts’ role in national development

TEHRAN - Fatemeh Mohajerani, the spokesperson for the Iranian government, has emphasized the importance of handicrafts as a cornerstone of national development during her visit to the 37th National Handicraft Exhibition in Tehran on Saturday.

Iran doesn’t rule out potential talks with Trump, says national interest paramount

TEHRAN – In response to a question regarding potential negotiations with the incoming U.S. administration at a press conference on Tuesday, Government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani stated that Iran will proactively work to secure its interests.

‘Do not play with fire’: Iran spokesperson warns against Israeli provocation

TEHRAN – In a press conference held on Tuesday, Fatemeh Mohajerani, the spokesperson for the Iranian government, issued a stern warning to those attempting to challenge Iran’s national interests.

Iran appoints 1st female government spokesperson

TEHRAN – President Masoud Pezeshkian has appointed Fatemeh Mohajerani as the new spokesperson for the Iranian government, as announced during a cabinet meeting on Wednesday.