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Strait of Hormuz Won’t Reopen Unless US Ends Blockade: Iranian Spokesman
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Strait of Hormuz cannot reopen unless the US ends its naval blockade against Iran and meets Tehran’s demands, the spokesperson for the Foreign Ministry said, noting that fulfillment of those conditions is essential to restoring security.
Araqchi: Iran Ready for Both Diplomacy, Defense
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi reaffirmed Iran’s readiness to pursue diplomacy while maintaining full preparedness to defend the country, saying the path chosen by the US depends on its willingness to act rationally.
Iran Ready to Expand Agricultural Cooperation with Other Nations: Official
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran is ready to expand agricultural cooperation with countries across the world, particularly its neighbors and nations in West Asia, Central Asia, the Caucasus and Africa, a deputy foreign minister said.
Iran’s Response to Fresh Aggression Could Extend beyond West Asia: Army Spokesman
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The spokesman for the Iranian Army warned that any renewed aggression against the country could trigger a response extending beyond the West Asia region, saying the Armed Forces are now better prepared for confrontation than they were before the 40-day war.
Iranian Security Official Visits China
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Ali Baqeri Kani, the deputy for international affairs of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC), has traveled to Beijing to meet with Chinese officials.
Top Iranian Diplomat in Turkmenistan for Official Visit
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has traveled to Ashgabat, the capital of Turkmenistan, for an official visit aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation in various fields.
Iran Condemns UK’s Hostile Measures, Designates MI6, Royal Navy, RAF as Terrorist Entities
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s Foreign Ministry condemned the hostile and unlawful actions by the UK government against Tehran, announcing reciprocal measures that designate the UK’s foreign intelligence service, MI6, as a hostile group and the Royal Navy and Royal Air Force as terrorist organizations.
Rezaei Warns of Iran’s Retaliatory Strikes with New Weapons
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Mohsen Rezaei warned that any attack against the country would be met with devastating strikes using new weapons, reiterating that Tehran remains open to diplomacy if its seven conditions are fulfilled.
Leader Releases Message on Anniversary of Operation Zulfaqari in Abadan
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei issued a message on the anniversary of Operation Zulfaqari and the epic created by the people in which the Ba’athist aggressors were driven out of Abadan Island.
Iran Congratulates Algeria on Revolution Anniversary
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi congratulated the Algerian government and nation on the 72nd anniversary of the outbreak of the country's liberation revolution and Algeria's National Day.
Araqchi: US Bid to Open Dialogue with Iran A ‘Positive Step’
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi described the US’ attempt to open a channel of dialogue with Tehran as a “positive step,” but made it clear that any negotiations depend on the fulfillment of Iran’s conditions.
Iranian Delegation in Qatar; No Plan for Talks with US: Exclusive
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – An Iranian delegation has traveled to Doha, but no negotiations between Iran and the United States are planned in Qatar, Tasnim has learned.
Spokesman Slams Canada for Backing UAE’s Claim to Iranian Islands
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry Esmaeil Baqaei criticized Canada for supporting the United Arab Emirates’ claim to three Iranian islands in the Persian Gulf, questioning Ottawa’s commitment to territorial integrity and national sovereignty.
Pezeshkian Offers Condolences to Spain over Deadly Train Collision
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian extended condolences to the Spanish government and people over the deaths and injuries caused by a collision between two passenger trains in the European country.
No Progress Possible without Acceptance of Iran’s Conditions, Qalibaf Says
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf made it clear that any progress in negotiations with the US depends on Washington’s acceptance of Iran’s seven conditions, saying the US policy of pressure and inducements will not work on the Islamic Republic.
Third Oil Tanker Explodes after Hitting Sea Mine in Strait of Hormuz: IRGC
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Navy announced that a supertanker exploded after striking a sea mine while attempting to navigate an unauthorized route through the Strait of Hormuz, marking the third tanker to suffer an explosion on Friday.
Iranian Navy Destroys Hostile Drone Vessel in Strait of Hormuz
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Iranian Navy announced that its forces have destroyed an enemy unmanned surface vessel (USV) operating in the eastern part of the Strait of Hormuz early Friday.
Two Tankers Halted in Strait of Hormuz
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Navy announced that two oil tankers attempting to navigate unauthorized routes through the Strait of Hormuz have encountered incidents and were stopped in the waterway’s southern waters.