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Outsiders Dare Not Disarm Hezbollah: Iranian General
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – External powers, including the US, would not dare to disarm Lebanon’s Hezbollah, Deputy Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi said, adding that the resistance movement has effectively paralyzed the Israeli regime.

FM: Iran Seeks Closer Ties with Europe Based on Mutual Respect
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi reaffirmed Iran’s policy of pursuing the expansion of relations with European countries on the basis of mutual respect and shared interests.

Iran Condemns US Threat of Use of Force against Venezuela
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi condemned the US’ threat to use force against Venezuela and its actions that undermine maritime security in the Caribbean, describing them as a blatant violation of international law and the UN Charter.

Iran Raps EU3’s ‘Irresponsible’ Nuclear Approach
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Iranian foreign minister denounced the irresponsible approach of the European troika toward Iran’s nuclear issue, stressing that negotiations cannot amount to unilateral imposition and must be based on respect for Iran’s legal rights and legitimate interests.

Iran Urges UN Action against Israeli Aggression, Warns of Terrorism Threat in Syria
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s ambassador to the United Nations strongly criticized the Israeli regime’s continued occupation and military aggression in Syria, warning that inaction by the UN Security Council would undermine international law and regional stability.

Iran Denounces Modern Forms of Colonialism, UCMs
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – An Iranian UN envoy warned that colonialism has not ended but has taken new and more insidious forms, including economic coercion, political pressure, and foreign occupation, calling for their unequivocal rejection by the international community.

Cyprus Ready to Help Advance EU-Iran Relations
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Cypriot foreign minister expressed hope that his country, as the holder of the EU’s rotating presidency in early 2026, could contribute positively to improving relations between the EU and Iran.

Iran Condemns US ‘Hypocrisy’ While Claiming Concern for Iranian People
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Iran’s foreign ministry condemned US hypocrisy in expressing concern for the Iranian people, citing continued pressure on Iran’s United Nations mission in New York.

Iran Condemns US Sanctions, Restrictions on Its UN Representatives
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran on Thursday condemned ongoing US sanctions and restrictions imposed on its diplomatic mission to the United Nations in New York, describing them as undermining fundamental human rights and international diplomatic obligations.

Araqchi Highlights Benefits of Iran-Russia Cooperation in Countering Sanctions
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said enhanced cooperation with Russia will strengthen joint efforts to counter unlawful Western sanctions, promote regional stability, and prevent illegal measures at the UN Security Council.

Iranian President Rejects Humiliating Negotiations
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – President of Iran Masoud Pezeshkian rejected humiliating conditions set by the US for resuming negotiations, stressing that Tehran seeks peace and constructive engagement but will not accept coercion, bullying, or any process that undermines Iran’s dignity and national strength.

Iran Condemns Illegal US Actions, Threats against Venezuela
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran strongly condemned recent threatening statements and actions by the US against Venezuela, describing them as blatant violations of international law and the UN Charter, including principles governing freedom of navigation, maritime security, and international trade.

Iran Calls for Equitable Global Digital Governance
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Bemoaning the persistence of the global digital divide, Iran’s UN ambassador called for renewed international commitment to inclusive, development-oriented information and communication technologies (ICTs) under robust United Nations leadership.

Russia Backs Iran’s Right to Uranium Enrichment
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The foreign minister of Russia reaffirmed Iran’s right to uranium enrichment as a committed member of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT).

Iranian FM Highlights Academic, Cultural Ties with Russia
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – During a visit to Moscow State Institute of International Relations (MGIMO) on Wednesday, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi stressed the importance of leveraging strong political and economic ties between Iran and Russia to deepen academic and cultural cooperation.

Iran Presses for Full, Non-Discriminatory Implementation of BWC
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – An Iranian envoy to the UN office in Geneva called for the full, balanced, and non-discriminatory implementation of the Biological Weapons Convention, stressing the need for legally binding mechanisms and equitable access to science and technology.

Araqchi Raps Europe’s Silence on Israeli Crimes as Threat to Global Peace
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi described as shameful Europe’s inaction in the face of the Zionist regime’s violations of international law, warning that continued indifference to such atrocities endangers regional and global stability.

Officials Discuss Expansion of Iran-Russia Cooperation
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi held talks with the head of the Russian State Duma’s International Affairs Committee and a group of lawmakers, exchanging views on bilateral relations and international developments.
