(2020-04-25). Iraq facing a great US threat: China, al-Hashd and Iran out, or else… (1/2). thealtworld.com 
Iraq never before witnessed fragmentation of this magnitude, embodied by an unprecedented division between the various political blocs in a parliamentary system dependent on the consensus of the ruling parliamentary blocs. | The US administration, aware of the lack of Iraqi unity, is playing an important role in pouring oil on the fire. The Iraqi economy depends on sales of crude oil for 67 percent of its budget. Its value is now so low that it threatens the Iraqi economy, and it has become a contributory factor in endangering the integrity of the territory. The deterioration of the standard of living, an unstabl…
(2020-04-25). 'Iran will never initiate any conflict in the region,' Rouhani says amid raging tensions with US. rt.com 
Tehran will not be the instigator of hostilities with the US in the region, Iran's President Hassan Rouhani has said. The countries traded military threats earlier this week. | Rouhani made his comments during a phone call with the Emir of Qatar, Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani, on Saturday. "The Islamic Republic of Iran closely monitors and tracks the activities and movements of the Americans, but will never initiate any conflict or tension in the region," he said. | At the same time, Rouhani reiterated that Tehran considers the US sanctions against the country illegal under international law, and said that they are…
(2020-04-25). Shamkhani reacts to US opposition to Iran's loan request from IMF. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) — In reaction to the US opposition of Iran's loan request from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council Rear Admiral Shamkhani said that third-party governments have two commitments; to cut ties with the violating government and to take action to resolve the illegal situation.
(2020-04-25). Zarif holds phone talk with Qatari counterpart. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) —Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Javad Zarif and his Qatari counterpart Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani held a phone conversation on Saturday evening.
(2020-04-25). The moral side of the epidemic. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) — Now the shoe is on the other foot. The timing couldn't be better for Americans to experience first-hand a downturn economy; a chronic pain Iranians have endured for four decades under US-led sanctions. The novel coronavirus is all over the place.
(2020-04-25). Islamic Revolution Leader condoles demise of Ayatollah Amini. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) — Leader of the Islamic Revolution has expressed condolences over the demise of Ayatollah Ebrahim Amini, a member of Iran's Expediency Council.
(2020-04-25). 'UK, France stance on Iran satellite launch shows acceptance of US bullying'. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) — Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi condemned the British and the French stances on the launch of Noor-1 satellite as unacceptable, noting that such remarks came as a result of double standards and accepting the US bullying policies.
(2020-04-25). 'The Feast of the Goat' goes to Italy's River film festival. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) — Iranian short 'The Feast of the Goat', directed by Saeed Zamanian, has made it into the competition program of the 14th River Short Film Festival in Italy.
(2020-04-25). Iran closely monitoring US moves in region: Rouhani. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) — Iranian President and the Emir of Qatar emphasized the importance of all-out efforts by all countries to ensure security and stability in the region and discussed the two countries' efforts in this regard.
(2020-04-25). Pres. Rouhani felicitates holy Ramadan to leaders of Islamic countries. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) — Iran's President Hassan Rouhani felicitated the beginning of the month of Ramadan
(2020-04-25). Tehran, Sarajevo call for expanding relations in various fields. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) — In a phone conversation, the Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Sarajevo and the Foreign Minister of Bosnia and Herzegovina emphasized on expanding of relations between the two countries.
(2020-04-25). Headlines of Iranian dailies on April 25. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) — The English Desk of Mehr News Agency takes a look at some of the Iranian dailies' headlines on Saturday, April 25.
(2020-04-25). Ayatollah Amini passes away at 95. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) — Ayatollah Ebrahim Amini, member of Iran's Expediency Council, passed away on Friday at the age of 95.
(2020-04-25). Iran's crude steel output vol. up 13.2% in three months: WSA. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) — Concurrent with 1.4 percent decline in the global steel production volume in three months of the current year in 2020 [from Jan. to March], Iran's steel output volume registered a 13.2 hike as compared to the last year's corresponding period.
(2020-04-25). Coronavirus to change forms of intl. hegemony: gov. spox. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) — In a Saturday post on social media, Iranian Government Spokesman Ali Rabeie said that in the case of coronavirus pandemic continuation, the world will experience hegemony changes.
(2020-04-25). Russia calls for restraint amid US-Iran tensions. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) — Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said on Saturday that Moscow is concerned by the US threats to Iran amid tensions in the Persian Gulf and is calling on both sides to exercise restraint.
(2020-04-25). COVID-19 has changed lifestyle: Pres. Rouhani. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) — Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said that outbreak of the novel coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, has changed the lifestyle of people in the country.
(2020-04-25). 2 trans-boundary markets at Iran-Pakistan border to resume operation: IRICA spox. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) — Spokesman of the Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA) Rouhollah Latifi informed on Saturday that two trans-boundary markets of Rimdan and Pishin will resume operation in next few days to ease trade between Iran and Pakistan.
(2020-04-25). Iran exports products to 128 world countries despite sanctions: IRICA. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) — In spite of cruel sanctions imposed against the Islamic Republic of Iran, the country managed to export products to 128 countries, said President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA) Mehdi Mir-Ashrafi on Friday.
(2020-04-25). Larijani congratulates Muslim counterparts on Ramadan. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) — Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani extended Ramadan congratulations to parliament speakers of Islamic countries.
(2020-04-25). Empty hotel rooms in Iran under Covid-19 panemic. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) — The hospitality industry in Iran has been hit by the coronavirus outbreak. Hotels around the country are very much feeling the brunt of the pandemic.
(2020-04-25). Health Ministry confirms 1,134 new COVID-19 infections. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) — According to Iran's Health Ministry Spokesman Kianoush Jahanpour, 1,134 new cases of COVID-19 have been detected in the past 24 hours across the country.
(2020-04-25). Police dismantle 5 drug bands in Mazandaran in a month. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) — The police forces of Mazandaran Province, north Iran, dismantled five drug smuggling bands attempting to smuggle 250 kilograms of drugs, in the first Iranian calendar month of Farvardin (March 20- April 20, 2020).
(2020-04-25). US threats to have no effect on Iran's path of tech growth: spox. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) — Iranian government spokesman Ali Rabiei condemned Washington's threats and accusations against Iran after the successful launch of the Noor-1 satellite.
(2020-04-25). COVID-19 showed all humans are in the same boat: Zarif. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said the COVID-19 pandemic, which has infected close to three million people around the world, proved that all humans are in the same boat.
(2020-04-25). IWF acting president Papandrea lauds Iranians. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 26 (MNA) — International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) acting president Ursula Papandrea says the Iranian women lifters have risen faster than even expected and she is very happy for them.
(2020-04-25). Rouhani praises people's coop., support in observing health protocols. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) — Iranian President Hassan Rouhani praised people's cooperation and support in observing health protocols and described it as a source of pride.
(2020-04-25). Amir-Abdollahian congrats Islamic states' ambassadors on Ramadan. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) — Iranian Parliament Speaker's Special Aide for International Affairs Hossein Amir-Abdollahian in a message on Sat. congratulated the advent of the blessed month of Ramadan to the ambassadors of the Islamic countries.
(2020-04-25). Over 1 ton narcotics confiscated in Yazd. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) — The police forces of Yazd province in Iran have busted 1,280 kilograms of narcotics in the province in the past 4 days.
(2020-04-25). Will the US Suffer Heavy Casualties in Persian Gulf in Case of War against Iran? globalresearch.ca A Canadian political analyst praised Iran's improved military situation after the IRGC successfully launched the country's first military satellite into the orbit, and said US will suffer heavy casualties in case of any war in the Persian Gulf. | *** | "US …
(2020-04-25). OFAC blocks 'Iran' newspaper website. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) — Website of 'Iran' newspaper, the official daily newspaper of the government of Iran, is blocked by the US Department of Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC).
(2020-04-25). VIDEO: Locust attack in Jiroft, SE Iran. en.mehrnews.com JIROFT, Apr. 26 (MNA) — Locust swarms have attacked Jiroft, Kerman Province, southern Iran. As desert locust infestations in East Africa and South-West Asia have intensified in recent months, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has provided an additional $200,000 to further strengthen Iran's technical capacity to control Desert Locust.
(2020-04-25). Leader's Qurnanic session on first day of Ramadan. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) — Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei attended a Quranic session held in the Grand Musalla of Tehran via videoconference on the first day of the holy month of Ramadan on Saturday.
(2020-04-25). Leader attends a ceremony for reciting Holy Quran via videoconference. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) — Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei attended a ceremony for the recitation of the Holy Quran on the first day of the blessed month of Ramadan via video conference.
(2020-04-25). Not being afraid of enemies among important Quranic teachings: Leader. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 25 (MNA) — Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei said that among the important orders of the Holy Quran is to stand against enemies and not be afraid of them.
(2020-04-25). Washington's Dr. Strangelove. The Disrupter in Chief. globalresearch.ca There are lots of choices for this dubious distinction from elements of both right wings of Washington's one-party state. | As president and commander-in-chief with his finger on the nation's nuclear trigger, Trump is most dangerous — notably because he's easily …
(2020-04-25). Iran's coronavirus death toll reaches 5,650. yenisafak.com With 76 new deaths reported in Iran, the death toll from the coronavirus surged to 5,650, state media said on Saturday.A total of 1,134 more people tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, bringing the total infections to 89,328, Iran's state broadcaster reported, citing a statement by Health Ministry spokesman Kianoush Jahanpour.Jahanpour said 68,193 people have recovered so far and were discharged from hospitals, while 3,096 patients are in critical condition.More than 410,075 tests have been conducted in the country, he added.In his speech at the National Coronavirus Council, President Hasan Rouhani…
(2020-04-25). Rouhani says Tehran watches US closely, but won't start conflict. yenisafak.com Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said on Saturday that Tehran was closely following U.S. activities, but would never initiate a conflict in the region.Rouhani's comments, which come at a time of rising tension between Washington and Tehran, were made during a telephone call to Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani, Iranian state media reported."The Islamic Republic of Iran follows America's activities and movements closely, but it will never be the one that starts conflict and tension in the region," Rouhani was quoted as saying during the call, held due to the start of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.U.S…
(2020-04-25). Iran 'Watching' US Activities but Will 'Never' Start Conflict, President Rouhani Says. sputniknews.com The development comes as Iran finds itself battling on two fronts: firstly against the coronavirus crisis, that has so far infected over 88,000 Iranians and killed 5,574, and secondly against an increasingly assertive American presence in the Persian Gulf.
(2020-04-25). 'New Chapter in Iran's Defence Power': Media Offer Insight Into Nation's New Military Satellite. sputniknews.com Iran launched its first-ever military satellite on Wednesday. The satellite, developed by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), is expected to expand Tehran's already considerable military capabilities.
(2020-04-25). Iran Launches Military Satellite, Was Prepared to Hit US Targets in January. sputniknews.com On this episode of The Critical Hour, Dr. Wilmer Leon is joined by Caleb Maupin, journalist and political analyst who focuses his coverage on US foreign policy and the global system of monopoly capitalism and imperialism.
(2020-04-25). Moscow Calls US Attempts to Cast Doubt on Russian Nuclear Standards Unacceptable. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – Moscow will study the new US energy strategy, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov said on Saturday, adding that so far it was obvious that Washington was trying to revive the national uranium industry, while attempts to cast doubt on Russia's high standards in the nuclear field were unacceptable.
(2020-04-24). Iran to Retaliate Against US Aggression if Launched. globalresearch.ca The US under both right wings of its war party is an unprecedented bully on the world stage. | It's ruling regimes represent an unparalleled threat to everyone everywhere. | The long aggressive arm of its military operates in parts of the …
(2020-04-24). Instead of Protecting Public Health During Covid-19 Crisis, Trump Moves to Prop Up 'Dirty, Dying' Uranium Mining Industry. commondreams.org "It's despicable to risk irreversible harm to spectacular wild places by propping up uranium companies that can't compete in global markets." | www.commondreams.org/sites/default/files/styles/cd_special_coverage/public/headline/thumbs/grandcanyonuramium-boost-nuclear.jpg …
(2020-04-24). Mideast: Turkey's COVID-19 Cases 105,000; Iran's Over 88,000. telesurenglish.net The total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Turkey on Friday increased to 104,912, while Iran's cases reached 88,194 amid a continued slowdown. | Turkey, the new epicenter of the outbreak in the Middle East, on Friday confirmed 3,122 new COVID-19 cases. The death toll in the country surged to 2,600 after 109 more deaths were reported. | In addition, 21,737 patients have recovered from COVID-19 so far, while 1,790 are being treated at intensive care units and 929 intubated. | In Iran, 1,168 new COVID-19 cases were confirmed, bringing the total number of the infected to 88,194, while the death toll increased…
(2020-04-24). Despite US Sanctions, Iran Launches Military Satellite for Defense. globalresearch.ca On April 22, the 41st IRGC commander …
(2020-04-24). Rouhani calls for remaining vigilant against hostile moves in region. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 24 (MNA) — Iranian President Hassan Rouhani urged the armed forces of the country to be vigilant against enemies' moves in the region.
(2020-04-24). Is Carbon Capture and Storage a Climate Solution or a Pyramid Scheme? truthout.org To a growing portion of the public, this is the existential question of our time: How do we significantly slash greenhouse gas emissions before it's too late? | Solar? Wind? Nuclear? Reforestation? How about carbon capture and storage (CCS), what is in essence the process of separating carbon dioxide (CO2) from the air, or from gases produced in electricity generation and industrial processes, then injecting the captured CO2 into geological rock formations typically located several kilometers undergr…
(2020-04-24). Iran 'honored' to cut corona deaths to a third amid sanctions: Health Minister. iranian.com The daily death toll and positive cases of coronavirus in Iran have dropped respectively to one third and 40 percent over the course of three weeks, which is a source of honor for the country amid the tough sanctions, Health Minister Saeed Namaki has said. The Iranian health ministry on Friday announced that the total …
(2020-04-23). A Myriad of Ways to Wage Peace During These Times. peaceaction.org 
As we shelter in our homes to protect ourselves from this global pandemic, we wanted to share some of the many ways you can remain active and impactful in the work for a more peaceful world. Peace Action has long been a leader in organizing international conferences, marches, and rallies around the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty …