Iran Daily

Iran says EU �hostage� of US, warns of �consequences�

Iran criticized the European Union for failing to set up a payment mechanism meant to circumvent US sanctions, warning that the bloc should account for the �consequences� of the delay.

Central Bank of Iran proposes slashing four zeros from currency

The Central Bank of Iran proposed slashing four zeros from its currency, the CBI governor said on Sunday, after it plunged due to the US sanctions.

Iran, Russia plan drill in Caspian Sea

Iran and Russia are preparing to hold joint a naval drill in the Caspian Sea, including rescue and anti-piracy drills, the commander of the Iranian Navy said Sunday.

Britons would now vote to stay in EU, want second referendum: Poll

More Britons want to remain a member of the European Union than leave, according to a survey published on Sunday which also showed voters want to make the final decision themselves.

Trump on ending shutdown: �We have to build the wall�

President Donald Trump stood firm Sunday on his demand for billions of dollars to fund a border wall with Mexico, which has forced a shutdown of the US government now entering its third week.

Orthodox patriarch gives decree on independent Ukraine church

The Istanbul-based Orthodox patriarch on Sunday handed over a formal decree confirming the creation of an independent Ukrainian church to its leader, Metropolitan Yepifaniy.

Iran marks first anniversary of oil tanker tragedy

Sunday marked the first anniversary of the last year tragic incident in which an Iranian oil tanker collided with a ship and sank in the East China Sea, claiming the lives of all crew members.

Minister: Enemies in weak position in light of Iran�s deterrence

Iran has enhanced its deterrent capabilities to such an extent that the enemies have found themselves in a position of weakness, Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami said.

Pakistan�s fleet docks at Iran�s southern port

A Pakistani naval fleet docked at the southern Iranian port city of Bandar Abbas on a friendly four-day visit to further improve military relations between the two countries, according to IRNA.

Japan assists Iran with afforestation

The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) launched a project in southwest Iran to establish forests and resuscitate pastures in the areas around Karun, the only navigable river in Iran.

 

Tehran Times

Decision on CFT, Palermo to be made within a month: MP
A senior Iranian lawmaker says that the case of convention against financing of terrorism (CFT) is slated to be closed in the Iranian parliament next week.

Decision on CFT, Palermo to be made within a month: MP
A senior Iranian lawmaker says that the case of convention against financing of terrorism (CFT) is slated to be closed in the Iranian parliament next week.

Syria sends reinforcements to Hama, Idlib amid clashes
The Syrian army has reportedly dispatched military equipment, including artillery, armored vehicles and personnel carrier, to the outskirts of western provinces of Hama and Idlib.

Anti govt. protests rock Europe

Tens of thousands of people took to the streets of Belgrade for the fifth week running on Saturday to protest against the government of Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic.

Sanchi victims commemorated

Over a ceremony held at the National Iranian Tanker Company in Tehran on Sunday victims of Sanchi oil tanker tragic incident were commemorated with their grieving families gathering together.

Tehran says EU is captive to U.S. economy

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Bahram Qassemi said on Saturday that the European Union is captive to the U.S. economy.

Iran, Russia to hold naval drills

Hossein Khanzadi said on Sunday that Iran and Russia plan to hold joint naval drills in the Caspian Sea in the near future.

Analyst urges Foreign Ministry to clarify reason behind SPV delay

A senior analyst has urged the Foreign Ministry to announce the reason why Europe has not yet established the special purpose vehicle (SPV), which has been designed to conduct banking transactions with Iran after the U.S. re-imposed sanctions on November 4.

Australian ambassador meets Hormozgan governor

The Australian Ambassador to Iran, Ian Biggs, met with Hormozgan Province governor Fereidoun Hemmati in Bandar Abbas on Sunday.

Party chief calls for transparency over contracts with Total

Mohammad Nabi Habibi, secretary general of the Islamic Coalition Party, has called for transparency over terms of Iran�s oil and gas contracts with France�s Total.

Iran-Taliban talks can help restore peace in Afghanistan: MP

MP Mojtaba Zonnour has said that talks between Iran and Taliban can help restore peace in Afghanistan.