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Iran anti-money laundering law faces roadblocks as October deadline looms large

Tehran nears a deadline to pass legislation to help it attract investment while facing US sanctions.

Aug 18, 2018

Iran gears up for return of US sanctions; thousands take to streets in protest

Hundreds have rallied in cities across the country, including Tehran, Isfahan and Karaj as Iranians brace for a return of U.S. sanctions.

Aug 4, 2018

Iranian revolutionary guard march during a parade

US suspicious of Iran's moves; 'closely monitoring' major military drill

The United States believes Iran is preparing to carry out a major exercise in the Gulf, amid heightened tensions with Washington.

Aug 2, 2018

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After North Korea's Kim, US President Donald Trump agrees to meet Iran's Rouhani

US President Donald Trump said he is ready to meet Iranian President Hassan Rouhani without any preconditions, hinting that the US is looking to deflect the Iranian threat in the same way Trump forced North Korea to denuclearise.

Jul 31, 2018

Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in the Oval Office

To combat Iran, Trump seeks new alliance in the Middle East

A White House source has confirmed that Trump is seeking to create a NATO-like alliance in the Middle East to combat the growing influence of Tehran in the region.

Jul 28, 2018

Iran offering oil cargo insurance, ships to lure Indian companies

With Indian oil companies planning to stop imports from Iran, the country has stepped up to ensure it does not lose its second-largest client.

Jul 27, 2018

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Despite US sanctions, Iran becomes India's second largest oil supplier

Latest figures indicate that Iran toppled Saudi Arabia to become India's second largest oil supplier, with 5.67 million tonnes in the first three months. The country is preparing to wind down on Iranian imports after Trump reintroduced sanctions on the country.

Jul 24, 2018

Magnitude 5.8 earthquake rocks southeast Iran

This is the fourth such earthquake in two days. The U.S. Geological Survey put the magnitude of the quake at 5.5, with its epicentre 23 miles (37 km) east of Kerman city.

Jul 23, 2018

Human rights situation in Iran: Court hangs man for insulting prophet Johan and sentences Woman for killing her rapist.

Iranian President issues warning to Trump, threatens 'mother of all wars'

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani cautioned U.S. President Donald Trump about pursuing hostile policies and said that playing with the lion's tail will only lead to regrets.

Jul 22, 2018

Despite Trump's rigid policies, Iran turns to Pakistan for defence deal

Iran will be jointly producing defence equipment with Pakistan. Since Iran is the third largest oil supplier, India will not want to upset the carefully balanced relationship, but the deal with Pakistan may cause the Modi government to reassess their priorities.

Jul 18, 2018

Syrian air defence foiled Israeli missile strike at military base, state media claims

Syrian military air defences thwarted missiles that Israeli aircraft fired at army positions in Quneitra province in the early hours of Thursday, state media said.

Jul 12, 2018

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Iran hails nuclear talks in Europe as 'constructive'

The country received an economic package from European countries as it looks to stabilise its economy following the US withdrawal from the JCPOA.

Jul 7, 2018

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US top court backs Trump on travel ban targeting Muslim-majority nations, US President tweets 'Wow!'

The US Supreme Court on Tuesday handed Donald Trump one of the biggest victories of his presidency, upholding his travel ban targeting several Muslim-majority countries.

Jun 26, 2018

Amid Arab boycott, Qatar's new friends find rich openings

A year ago, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Egypt had cut transport and trade links with Doha, accusing it of backing terrorism - a charge it strongly denies.

Jun 25, 2018

Fifa World Cup 2018 Group B scenario: What Spain and Portugal need to do to qualify

Portugal and Spain are in the driver's seat in Group B, but it isn't all hunky dory going into the final round of group matches in this Fifa World Cup 2018

Jun 25, 2018

The Secretary General of Hezbollah, Sayyed Hasan Hasrallah said that his party, the anti-West militant group, has said that the Obama administration had no moral rights to launch attacks to the ISIS militant groups because it is the

Facebook, Twitter shut Hezbollah accounts, militant organisation cries foul

The Iran-backed militant group's social media accounts were deactivated after Isreali officials threatened Twitter with action if they fail to shut down the terrorist group's microblogging accounts.

Jun 24, 2018

Tamil Nadu CM Palaniswami urges PM Modi to help fishermen stranded in Iran

Palaniswami's letter to PM Modi, which has been released to the media, said that 21 fishermen of Indian origin were left stranded in Iran since their employers have withheld their passports.

Jun 21, 2018

Explosions rock Yemen day after missile shot down over Saudi Arabia

US urges all parties in Yemen to work with UN as fighting flares

The United States on Monday called on clashing factions in Yemen to work with the United Nations to end the more than three-year-old conflict that has pitted Iran-aligned Houthis against other Yemeni forces backed by a Saudi-led coalition.

Jun 11, 2018

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei orders Iran's atomic energy body to prepare for uranium enrichment

Based on the 2015 nuclear deal, Iran can enrich uranium up to the level of 3.5 per cent, which represents low-enriched uranium.

Jun 5, 2018

US to move missile defence system to Germany: Will this trigger fresh tensions with Moscow?

In a bid to boost European defences, sources have revealed that the United States military is all set to deploy a powerful anti-missile system in Germany, according to Reuters.

Jun 1, 2018

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