US Should Return to JCPOA If It Wants Talks: Iran’s FM
Iran’s foreign minister said on Thursday that Washington should honor its obligations under the 2015 nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers if it wants to meet for talks.
North Korea Says US Cruise Missile Test, Military Moves Dangerous
A North Korean spokesman said on Thursday the United States' recent mid-range cruise missile test and plans to deploy F-35 jets and offensive military equipment around the Korean peninsula were "dangerous" moves that would "trigger a new cold war" in the region.
China Threatens Retaliation If US Tariff Hikes Go Ahead
China on Thursday threatened retaliation if Washington steps up their war over trade and technology by going ahead with planned Sept. 1 tariff hikes on additional Chinese imports.
Leader Calls on Muslims to Counter “Deal of Century”
TEHRAN – Supreme Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei has called on Muslim people around the world, especially the Hajj pilgrims, to counter “Deal of the Century”, the US’ initiative for the Middle East.
France says needs ‘no permission’ for Iran dialogue in rebuke to Trump
France’s top diplomat has said that Paris "needs no permission" to engage in dialogue with Iran, responding to an earlier tweet made by US President Donald Trump scolding French President Emmanuel Macron over the matter.
Trump Discusses Siberian Wildfires, Trade in Call with Russia’s Putin
US President Donald Trump spoke by phone with Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss wildfires in Siberia and trade between their two nations, the White House said.
US Says Will Extend Sanctions Waivers for Iran Nuclear Programs
The United States will renew sanctions waivers for Iranian nuclear programs that allow Russia, China and European countries to continue their civilian nuclear cooperation with Tehran, White House national security adviser John Bolton said.
US Envoy Censures Germany for Turning Down Hormuz Request
The US ambassador to Germany launched a scathing attack on Chancellor Angela Merkel’s government on Thursday for its reluctance to join a so-called naval patrol mission in the Strait of Hormuz.
Spokesman: US Afraid of Zarif’s Logic
The spokesperson for Iran’s Foreign Ministry denounced the US move to impose sanctions on Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, saying Washington is afraid of the top Iranian diplomat’s logic and negotiation skills.
Iran’s Zarif Disdains US Sanction, Says Has No Property Abroad
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif dismissed the US move to place sanctions on him, saying that being designated by the US would not affect him since he has ho properties outside Iran.





























