Iranian judoka to represent new country in Olympics
Saeid Mollaei, who fled Iran in dispute over competing against Israelis, to represent Mongolia at Tokyo Olympics.
Saeid Mollaei, who fled Iran in dispute over competing against Israelis, to represent Mongolia at Tokyo Olympics.


Head of UN nuclear watchdog says Iran must cooperate in a clearer manner with the agency's inspectors.

Official death toll in Iran from the Coronavirus rises to 66.

Reports say number of dead from COVID-19 in Iran reaches over 200, while official stats place the number at just 43.
Sources say Iranian government is hiding the real death toll from COVID-19 which, they say, is at least 210.

Masoumeh Ebtekar, known as 'Screaming Mary,' becomes the latest Iranian government official to be diagnosed with Coronavirus.

Iranians fear their government isn't reporting full extent of the virus and that hundreds may have already contracted the deadly disease.

Iranian Deputy Health Minister, MP test positive for Coronavirus.

Iran's government says only 12 people died nationwide from new coronavirus, rejects claims by Qom lawmaker that 50 had died.

Iran faces anti-terrorism sanctions, voter discontent, and a rising death toll from the Coronavirus outbreak.

Health Ministry considering instructing those returning from state to remain in isolation. Within 1 day, 4 patients in Italy died of virus.

Iran's interior ministry says voter turnout in parliamentary elections stood at 42.57%. "Moderate" Rouhani suffers blow as hard-liners win.

Iran records sixth death from novel coronavirus and orders the closure of schools, universities and cultural centers.

COVID-19 virus found in 45-year-old Lebanese woman who had travelled from Qom in Iran.

Financial Action Taskforce places Iran on its blacklist after it failed to comply with international anti-terrorism financing norms.

Iraqi authorities issue restrictions on travel to Iran after several cases of coronavirus are detected in that country.

Two residents of the city of Qom die after testing positive for the new coronavirus.

Iran sentences eight environmental activists to prison sentences ranging from four to 10 years on charges of spying for the United States.

Iranian supreme leader claims Jews control 'oppressive' America.

IDF plan focuses on building multi-force capabilities, countering Iranian threat in new 'Tnuva' program.


Militia branch of Iranian Revolutionary Guard tried to raid historic site Sunday as revenge for Trump’s Deal of the Century.

Iranian Parliament Speaker congratulates Lebanon's new government, says Iran is keen on maintaining excellent bilateral ties with Lebanon.

With Iran closing the military gap with Israel, IDF launches new 'Iran Command' and strategic plan to counter Tehran.

Secretary of State calls for a renewal of the UN arms embargo on Iran after the Navy seized Iranian weapons shipment for Houthi rebels.

'Missiles were launched from Golan Heights,' Syrian media claims.

Head of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard warns Iran is ready to strike the United States and Israel if they give it any reason to do so.

USS Normandy seizes ship carrying Iranian weapons to Yemen in Arabian Sea.

Iran's Foreign Ministry says the country will respond forcefully to any Israeli action against its interests in the region.

US Secretary of State: 'US will continue to build support around world to confront Iranian regime’s reckless ballistic missile activity.'

Interview aired just two days before Iran’s Zafar 1 communications satellite was launched but failed to achieve orbit.

German President’s office mistakenly sends critical message to Iran on anniversary of Islamic Revolution.

France urges Iran to abide by international obligations on its ballistic missile program after Tehran's attempt to launch a satellite.

US officials say military is preparing to report a jump in cases of traumatic brain injury from Iran missile attack on base in Iraq.

Says militia has missile capability to impose war of attrition against US forcing it to leave Iraq, when the 'coffins start coming back'.

Iran's Revolutionary Guards say new short-range ballistic missile can be powered by "new generation" of engines.

PM hints that Iran's failed satellite launch was not accidental.

For the fourth time in a row, Iranian attempt to launch satellite into orbit fails.

Iran's Supreme Leader says his country must become strong enough to ward off the "enemy's threats".

Israeli air strikes killed 12 pro-Iran fighters near Damascus and in southern Syria early Thursday, monitor says.

Iranian supreme leader says Arab terrorist organizations will 'rise up and carry on the resistance' against Trump's 'Deal of the Century.'

Iran announces end of cooperation with Ukraine authorities on crash investigation, blames decision on leak of secret recording.

Top EU diplomat Josep Borrell meets Iranian officials amid ongoing tensions over Iran's nuclear program.

Middle East expert Dr. Mordechai Kedar says 'no fear' of intifada from US peace plan, warns Iran is trying to 'replace' Syrian population.

Defense Min. Bennett leaves for Washington, to discuss Iranian aggression and the 'deal of the century.'

Iranian President again criticizes disqualification of thousands of candidates ahead of February 21 legislative polls.

Netanyahu rejected proposal from Oman to mediate talks with Iran, fearing that would legitimize Iran's contacts with the US.

Head of Iran's national space agency says new satellite will be launched "in the coming days".

'The Islamic Republic will not remain silent,' Iran warns after release of Trump plan, calling US proposal part of 'crusader' agenda.

Fantasy 'aftermath' of Iranian attack on Ayn Al-Asad airbase ends with words: 'They got a slap in the face that night.'

Defense Minister fires back after Mohammad Javad Zarif describes US peace plan as "Highway to Hell".

Iran denounces Trump's peace plan, says it is "doomed to fail".

Iranian President upset after thousands of candidates are disqualified weeks before elections.

Chief of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard: If they threaten our commanders, none of their commanders will find a safe place.

Deputy head of Iran's nuclear agency: Should the authorities decide to do so, we will be able to enrich uranium at any percentage.

Pentagon reveals that 34 service members have been diagnosed with traumatic brain injury following missile strikes on base in Iraq.

PM Netanyahu at Yad Vashem demands unity against 'tyrants' of Iran.

Says Islamic Revolution about to remove 'structure of arrogance' from face of Earth.

Iranian President claims his country will never seek nuclear weapons, with or without a nuclear deal.

Gunmen in Iran shoot dead commander of the hardline Basij militia who was an ally of Qassem Soleimani.
