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Interview: Former US Marine Says Sanctions Strengthened Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) — A US Marine-turned-activist argued that years of US-led sanctions have failed to achieve their intended objectives, saying Iran has become more resilient while Washington continues to underestimate the country’s domestic adaptability.
Enemy Focuses on Hybrid War to Fuel Internal Divisions: Analyst
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Strategic affairs analyst Hamid Reza Moqaddamfar warned that the main scenario pursued by Iran's enemies is to foment divisions inside the country through hybrid warfare, arguing that recent US military deployments reflect desperation rather than strength.
Russia Reaffirms Opposition to US-Israeli Aggression against Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko said Moscow had condemned the US-Israeli unprovoked war on Iran from the outset, describing it as unlawful aggression against a country that has honored its international commitments.
Iran’s Strikes on US Bases Reshape Regional Security Architecture: Araqchi
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s retaliatory strikes on US military bases in the region fundamentally transformed the regional security architecture, Foreign Minister Araqchi said, arguing that they demonstrated Iran’s ability to strike across the region without provoking an effective military response.
IRGC Adviser Sees Martyred Leader’s Funeral as Historic Milestone
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – An adviser to the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps commander described the massive funeral procession for martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei as a "historic milestone" that marks the beginning of a new chapter for the "front of truth".
Iran’s Top Banker Details Switzerland Talks Results on Asset Release, Oil Sanctions
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The governor of the Central Bank of Iran announced progress in negotiations held in Switzerland regarding the release of blocked Iranian assets and arrangements related to oil sanctions, saying the outcomes moved forward in line with the objectives set by the Iranian delegation.
Europe Has No Role in Current Nuclear Negotiations: Iran’s Russia Envoy
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s Ambassador to Russia Kazem Jalali said Europe no longer has a place in the diplomatic processes surrounding Iran’s nuclear issue, arguing that the US is unwilling to allow its European allies to play any meaningful role in negotiations.
Lebanese MP: Without Hezbollah’s Weapons, Lebanon Would Be Part of Israel
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Lebanese lawmaker Rami Abu Hamdan said that without Hezbollah’s weapons, Lebanon would have become part of the Israeli regime, stressing that the resistance’s arms remain the country’s sole source of strength against the Zionist regime.
Araqchi Blames Zionist Regime for Straining Iran-UAE Relations
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The foreign minister of Iran said the Zionist regime’s growing presence in the United Arab Emirates has undermined efforts to improve ties between Tehran and Abu Dhabi, warning that Israeli actions during the recent war created new obstacles to regional diplomacy and trust.
Araqchi: Ending War on Iran Requires Ending It on Lebanon
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi made it clear that any agreement to end the US-Israeli war of aggression against Iran must also include Lebanon, stressing that Tehran views the two fronts as inseparable.
Araqchi Slams Contradictory US Messages amid Diplomatic Efforts
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi described contradictory messages from the US as the main obstacle to diplomatic progress following the recent war of aggression imposed on Iran by Washington and the Zionist regime.
Iran Won’t Enter Talks without US Meeting Preconditions: Former IRGC Chief
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A former commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) said Iran will not enter negotiations with the US unless Washington fulfills preconditions and takes confidence-building measures.
Baqaei Stresses Iran’s Right to Peaceful Nuclear Program under NPT
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry Esmaeil Baqaei said Iran, as a member of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT), is entitled to benefit from peaceful nuclear energy and cannot be deprived of rights granted under the treaty.
Iranian Spokesman Raps US ‘Lack of Good Faith’ in Talks
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry Esmaeil Baqaei denounced the United States for inconsistency and bad faith in negotiations, saying Tehran has not yet decided whether to attend a new round of Pakistani-mediated talks in Islamabad.
Iran, Oman to Formulate Protocol for Safe Navigation in Hormuz Strait
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - An Iranian deputy foreign minister said Tehran and Oman are working toward establishing a joint protocol to ensure safe maritime passage through the Strait of Hormuz in the post-war period.
“No Option but Strong Response” to Aggression: Iranian Spokesman
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Iran is fully determined to respond strongly to US-Israeli aggression, the spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry said, emphasizing the country’s right to defend itself in the face of an imposed and unjust war.
Iran Ready to Sustain War for ‘At Least Six Months’: Araqchi
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran is prepared to sustain the ongoing US-Israeli war of aggression for a prolonged period, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said, noting that Tehran is ready to fight for at least six months as it continues its retaliatory military response.
Iran Communicates War Points Through Mediators: Spokesman
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran has emphasized that it is fully focused on defending its territory and sovereignty amid continuous US and Israeli strikes, while conveying its positions on the imposed war to regional and international mediators, the Foreign Ministry spokesperson said.
