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Iranian Journalists, Activists Have Mixed Reactions To New Sanctions

Iranians voiced their reactions on social media as official media outlets were in denial of the sanctions' impact.

Judiciary Head Talking Tough On Corruption And Economic Crimes

Activist’s Forced Psychiatric Detention Continues, But Under Whose Orders?

Zarif Says 'Mutual Respect' Between Washington And Tehran Important

In an exclusive interview with USA Today, Iran’s foreign minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has said his country would consider discussions with the United States if “foundations for a fruitful dialogue” exist.

Reformist Accuses Hardliners Of Rigging Contested 2009 Presidential Election

A reformist leader in Iran says that the contested 2009 presidential elections were rigged by 8 million votes.

Timeline: Iran's Nuclear Program And Sanctions

Iran Indirectly Blames Israel For A Major Cyberattack

Senior Iranian officials dealing with communications and information have announced that a cyberattack was launched against Iran, indirectly blaming Israel.

IRGC Commander Defends 1979 Seizure of U.S. Embassy, Says 'Officials Were Aware'

IRGC commander said that top leaders knew about the 1979 seizure of U.S. embassy in Tehran.

Pompeo Says Sanctions Target Iran's Government, Not The People

Secretary of State Mile Pompeo said on Sunday that the target of these sanctions is the Iranian regime, not the people.

Conservative Body Rejects Bill Against Financing Terrorism As Sanctions Take Effect

IRGC Commander Threatens 'Dominance' Over The U.S. In Mideast

Deputy Commander of Iran's IRGC has issued new threats against the United States, hours before additional sanctions come into play against the Islamic Republic.

Iranian University Adds Restrictions To Dress Code For Women And Men

The Azad University system in Iran has issued a guideline restricting the dress code for its male and female students.

Dervishes Convicted To More Than 1,000 Years In Prison

More than 200 Gonabadi dervishes have been sentenced to more than 1000 years prison time, the Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA) reports.

Iran Claims It Started Production Of New Warplane

Iran claims it starts production of a domestic "advanced" fighter plane, Kowsar, amid tensions with the U.S.

Wave Of Arrests In Khuzestan In Wake Of Attack On Parade

Amnesty International says Iran has arrested hundreds in a crackdown following the September deadly attack on a military parade.

Iran Could Join Talks If U.S. Signals Flexibility, Say Analysts

23 UNESCO World Heritage Sites In Iran

Afghan Refugee Children Denied Education Due To Government Inaction

Hundreds Of Iranian Manufacturing Plants In Crisis

Special Force Set Up To Protect Mashad Holy Shrine