None of Iran’s nuclear facilities will be dismantled: FM Araghchi

TEHRAN—Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi declared Thursday that Tehran will not shutter or dismantle any of its nuclear facilities.

Sanctions relief would unlock ‘immediate’ nuclear agreement, Shamkhani says to NBC

TEHRAN – Ali Shamkhani, a political advisor to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, delivered a public roadmap for U.S.-Iran reconciliation in an interview with NBC News, emphasizing Tehran’s readiness to formalize a nuclear agreement if Washington addresses the “Bibi effect.”

Iran, E3 to convene in Istanbul for nuclear talks

TEHRAN – Iran and the European trio of France, Germany, and the United Kingdom (E3) are set to hold a new round of nuclear negotiations in Istanbul on Friday, amid heightened warnings from Tehran that triggering UN sanctions through the 2015 nuclear deal’s “snapback mechanism” could lead to irreversible consequences.

Iran hosts 31st nuclear conference as AEOI head stresses ‘irreversible scientific gains’

TEHRAN – The 31st edition of Iran’s Annual Nuclear Conference commenced on Tuesday in Mashhad, organized by the Iranian Nuclear Society with support from the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI).

Enrichment ‘core’ to Iran’s industrial power, declares nuclear chief amid strategic blueprint launch

TEHRAN—Mohammad Eslami, Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), emphasized the pivotal role of uranium enrichment in the nation’s technological and industrial sovereignty, underscoring the country’s commitment to advance its civilian nuclear program under a newly finalized 20-year strategic plan.

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Iran says ‘swift’ response will follow any US-Israeli aggression

TEHRAN – Recent statements by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, who have threatened unwarranted action against Tehran based on unsubstantiated claims of involvement in Yemeni resistance against Israeli aggression, have drawn a firm response from Iran, with the country’s Ambassador to the United Nations promising a “swift” response to any illegal aggression by Washington or Tel Aviv. 

Western pressure has failed to halt our progress: Iran’s nuclear chief

TEHRAN – Iran’s top nuclear official says the country’s homegrown nuclear capabilities have matured into a strategic asset, despite years of Western opposition and pressure aimed at curbing its technological advancement.

National Nuclear Technology Day exhibition showcases Iran’s scientific advancements

TEHRAN – Iran marked National Nuclear Technology Day on Wednesday with the unveiling of a wide array of achievements in its nuclear industry at a major exhibition held in Tehran.

Second round of Iran-Russia-China talks on nuclear issue set for Tuesday in Moscow

TEHRAN – Senior diplomats from Iran, Russia, and China are scheduled to hold their second round of trilateral talks in Moscow on Tuesday, reinforcing collaborative efforts to address challenges surrounding Tehran’s civilian nuclear program and counter Western pressure.

IAEA chief acknowledges Iran has no nuclear weapons, says will visit Tehran in coming weeks

TEHRAN – In the face of renewed political rhetoric from Western powers, the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Grossi, has confirmed that Iran does not possess nuclear weapons, despite ongoing claims surrounding its peaceful nuclear program.

Iran says bullying is the reason for “indirect negotiations” with US

TEHRAN - Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says the fact that Iran does not negotiate directly with the United States is that Washington acts like a bully.

Iran says preparing response to Trump’s letter

TEHRAN - Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Iran has yet to respond to a letter from President Donald Trump of the United States regarding a replacement for the 2015 nuclear deal.

US and Israel to meet for Iran talks next week

The US and Israel are set to convene a strategic meeting on Iran's nuclear program as the administration of President Donald Trump ramps up its maximum pressure campaign on Tehran, Middle East Eye reported.

Kremlin says Iran has right to nuclear energy, acting in line with international law

TEHRAN - Iran has the right to peaceful nuclear energy and is acting in line with international law, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Friday.

Iran committed to ‘diplomacy and dialogue’, FM says in Persian New Year message

TEHRAN – In a message on the onset of the Persian New Year, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran is committed to “diplomacy and dialogue” as alternatives to sanctions and threats in regard to its civilian nuclear program.

IAEA chief: Iran's nuclear situation ‘relatively controlled’ despite tensions

TEHRAN – The Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Grossi, has stated that the situation in Iran remains "relatively controlled."  

Iran, China, and Russia to convene in Beijing to discuss nuclear issue, sanctions removal

TEHRAN – In a move to counter Western economic pressure and reinvigorate nuclear negotiations, Iran, China, and Russia are scheduled to hold trilateral talks in Beijing this Friday.

Foreign Ministry cites Washington’s hostile and hypocritical moves against Iran

Iran won't negotiate under pressure, Tehran tells US

TEHRAN - On Wednesday night, the Iranian Foreign Ministry released a fact sheet featuring the United States long list of historically hostile actions towards the Islamic Republic and denounced Washington’s hypocritical approach towards the country, Press TV reported.

Second round of Iran-E3 talks begins in Geneva

TEHRAN – The second round of discussions between Iran and the European Troika (Britain, France, and Germany) is set to commence on Monday and will continue for two days.

Trump's behavior will shape Iran’s policies: Leader’s advisor warns threats will be matched

TEHRAN – In a comprehensive interview with Al Mayadeen that aired on Monday, Kamal Kharrazi, head of Iran's Strategic Council on Foreign Relations, delineated Iran's strategic responses to the incoming Trump administration, revealing Tehran's diplomatic approach across various fronts.

US, European states ramp up pressure on Iran for its nuclear program in new statement

TEHRAN – The United States, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany have issued a joint statement urging Iran to renew its cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

Iran says 'window of diplomacy' open to restore nuclear deal

TEHRAN - Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told a televised program on Saturday night that the Islamic Republic of Iran is "quite ready" for talks to revive the 2015 nuclear deal in its new form, noting that Tehran sees "window of diplomacy" open if the other parties show serious will.

Iran nuclear chief says program will progress under any U.S. president

TEHRAN – Iran's nuclear program will continue to advance, regardless of US politics, says the head of the nation's Atomic Energy Organization.