US to expand sanctions on Iran-linked countries and firms
Economic D-Day: Washington is preparing a large-scale strategy of financial pressure on Tehran. Governments and organizations cooperating with Iran could come under attack.
Iran and the US
Iran threatens consequences for countries that join blockade
Any country that participates in Iran’s naval blockade or supports other illegal U.S. actions will face consequences, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei has declared.
Iran not to accept US conditions - Baghaei
Iran has firmly stated that it will not accept the conditions set forth by the United States under the guise of ending the conflict in the Middle East. Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmail Baghaei emphasized that Iran rejects the demands of the aggressor in pursuit of peace.
US launches 'financial offensive' against Iran on Monday - Treasury
The U.S. administration expects to launch a "financial offensive" against Iran on Monday, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said.
Iran says violating vessels to face restrictions on future passages through Hormuz Strait
Iran's Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA), the body responsible for maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, announced that vessels violating Iranian protocols for transiting the waterway will face restrictions on their future passages.
Trump reveals what hindering US-Iran deal
The deaths of a significant portion of Iran’s leadership are among the factors complicating the conclusion of a deal between Washington and Tehran, U.S. President Donald Trump said in an interview with WABC radio.
Gulf states take-'semi-neutral' stance on Iran - Trump
U.S. President Donald Trump said some of U.S. allies in the Middle East have taken a "semi-neutral" stance in the armed conflict between the United States and Iran.
Moscow not pressuring Tehran to resume talks with US - Nebenzya
Russia is not pressuring Iran to resume negotiations to end the war with the United States, Russian Ambassador to the UN Vasily Nebenzya said Thursday.
Iran's Foreign Ministry responds to US sanctions tightening
The announced tightening of U.S. sanctions against Iran constitutes economic terrorism, and those involved will inevitably face appropriate punishment, Iran's Foreign Ministry said.
US demands UAE exert economic pressure on Iran - report
The United Arab Emirates suspended financial and economic transactions with Iran following weeks of pressure from the Trump administration, The Wall Street Journal reported, citing sources.
Trump's economic war on Iran threatens entire world - Araghchi
Washington's announcement of the start of exerting economic pressure on Iran is a "diversion" from the United States’ domestic problems, which poses a threat to the entire global financial system, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said.
Iran ready to gradually move toward US talks - Pezeshkian
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said that negotiating with the United States did not mean surrender.
US establishes corridor in Strait of Hormuz for covertly transporting oil - report
The U.S. army has organized the covert transport of millions of barrels of oil through the Strait of Hormuz without coordination with the Iranian authorities, Axios reported, citing sources.
US launching crushing economic operation against Iran
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced an unprecedented "economic warfare and isolation" against Iran.
Strait of Hormuz to lose its importance for oil transportation - Trump
U.S. President Donald Trump said that the Strait of Hormuz would become far less important than before because of pipeline construction.
Iran and Pakistani mediators discuss prospects for settlement
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held a telephone conversation with Pakistan’s Chief of Defense Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir on Wednesday evening.
Trump leaves open possibility of Iran talks resuming
U.S. President Donald Trump said the United States could resume negotiations with Iran sooner or later.
Iran weighs attacks on US targets in Europe - report
Iranian officials have weighed the possibility of targeting U.S. military assets based in Europe, the Financial Times reported Wednesday.
Iran rejects UAE statement on launched missiles
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei rejected a statement by the United Arab Emirates that two ballistic missiles were launched on Tuesday from Iran toward the UAE.
Temporary ceasefire means repeat of war - Araghchi
Iran wants a permanent end to fighting in the Persian Gulf region, not just a temporary ceasefire, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said.
