(2021-01-28). After landmark international treaty, anti-nuclear demonstrators rally in Pittsburgh. liberationnews.org 
On Jan. 22, a broad coalition of organizations including PSL Pittsburgh, ANSWER Coalition, the Green Party of Allegheny County, Code Pink, and others joined for a rally and speakout at the PNC Bank headquarters in downtown Pittsburgh. This action was the latest in years of work on the part of local activists in a movement …
(2021-01-28). End of Anti-Russian Electioneering; Palestinian Funding Restored. indybay.org One week after the Inauguration, Pres. Biden called Pres. Putin to extend the START nuclear arms control treaty, due to expire 2/5/21. Pres. Biden's administration also announced restoration of relations with Palestine and aid to Palestinians.
(2021-01-28). Israel's threats against Iran will expose Biden's readiness to slap it down. middleeasteye.net 
Israel's threats against Iran will expose Biden's readiness to slap it down | Israeli general Aviv Kochavi's attempt to put military strikes back on the table could have two major consequences | Thu, 01/28/2021 – 11: 20 | Israeli Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi (R) chat with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (AFP) | After a year-long pause due the Covid-19 pandemic, Israel has renewed its threats…
(2021-01-28). Political scientist published by New York Times arrested for acting as secret agent for Iran. rt.com 
A man, who has penned at least one article for the New York Times, has been arrested and accused of violating the Foreign Agents Registration Act, and of getting paid hundreds of thousands to promote pro-Iran policies in the US. | In a federal complaint, prosecutors alleged that political scientist Kaveh Lotfolah Afrasiabi, has collected over $260,000 in payment from the Iranian government and also received health benefits typically reserved for Iranian diplomats deployed to the US. | Assistant Attorney General for national security John C. Demers, accused Afrasiabi of being a "secret employee" of Iran and of…
(2021-01-28). Iranian press review: Outrage after lawmaker slaps and intimidates traffic officer. middleeasteye.net 
Iranian press review: Outrage after lawmaker slaps and intimidates traffic officer | Meanwhile, Iran's football federation tells a women's football referee to stop researching discrimination, and the true cost of Iran's brain drain | Thu, 01/28/2021 – 13: 50 | Iranian dailies accuse politicians of acting above the law without accountability (AFP) | Outrage after lawmaker slaps and i…
(2021-01-28). Funeral of prominent footballer Mehrdad Minavand. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 28 (MNA) — A funeral procession was held on Thursday for the prominent Iranian soccer player Mehrdad Minavand who died at the age of 45 after briefly being hospitalized for contracting Covid-19 disease.
(2021-01-28). Israeli Defense Minister Gantz Denounces IDF Chief's Remarks on Iran 'Nuclear Threat'. sputniknews.com In Tuesday remarks, the chief of the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF), Aviv Kohavi, alleged that Iran was close to creating a nuclear bomb, and said that as a result the IDF will prepare "additional military operations".
(2021-01-28). Iranian Foreign Minister Explains Why US Should Make First Step in Returning to Nuclear Deal. sputniknews.com The new US administration earlier indicated its interest in returning to the Iran nuclear deal, but newly sworn-in Secretary of State Antony Blinken suggested that the Islamic Republic, which had been suffering from US sanctions over the past three years, should be the party to make the first step in reaching the agreement.
(2021-01-28). Iran Unveils Plans to Install 1,000 Advanced Uranium Enrichment Centrifuges in Natanz. sputniknews.com Earlier this month, Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif stressed that Tehran resuming 20 percent uranium enrichment is fully in line with the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, also known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
(2021-01-28). Smugglers kill Iranian border guard, injure two more. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 28 (MNA) — An Iranian border guard has been martyred, while two others have been admitted to hospital after clashes with smugglers in the Persian Gulf.
(2021-01-28). Enemeis never to stop planning conspiracies against Iran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 29 (MNA) — Pointing out that strengthening Iranian capabilities can deter its enemies, the commander of IRGC Ground Force noted that Iran's enemies have never given up planning various conspiracies against the Islamic system.
(2021-01-28). Iran warns of probable change in coop. level with IAEA. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 28 (MNA) — Iran's permanent ambassador to the International Organizations in Vienna warned about any probable change in the level of cooperation of his country with the IAEA.
(2021-01-28). Shahid Rajaee Port. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 27 (MNA) — Iran's southern Hormozgan province is an important economic gateway for the export and import of goods and foreign transit. About 60% of exports and imports of goods are done via Shahid Rajaee Port.
(2021-01-28). 'The Doll' to vie at US, Italian film festivals. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 28 (MNA) — Iranian short film 'The Doll' directed by Nasrin Gol-Reyhan is slated to vie at two international film festivals in Italy and the US.
(2021-01-28). Pope to meet top Shiite cleric Sistani in March. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 28 (MNA) — Pope Francis is to meet top Shiite cleric Grand Ayatollah Ali Sistani during the first-ever papal visit to Iraq in March.
(2021-01-28). 'window is closing' for Biden to rejoin JCPOA: Iran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 28 (MNA) — Iran's Ambassador to the United Nations has warned the new US administration to act quickly to rejoin the JCPOA "because the window is closing" on Tehran's deadline for Washington to lift economic sanctions.
(2021-01-28). MP urges for removal of all sanctions before return to JCPOA. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 28 (MNA) — An Iranian Lawmaker said that Biden's signature to return to the JCPOA does not matter to Iran, urging the new US administration to lift all the sanctions first.
(2021-01-28). Zarif says has never been 'buddies' with Biden. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 29 (MNA) — In an interview with RT, Iranian FM Zarif clarified that he and Joe Biden were not buddies but represent two different countries with different policies.
(2021-01-28). Iranian foreign minister to visit Turkey on Friday. yenisafak.com Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif will pay a visit to Turkey on Friday, the Turkish Foreign Ministry said on Thursday.During Zarif's visit, "all aspects of our bilateral relations will be discussed and views on regional and international issues will be exchanged," a ministry statement said.
(2021-01-28). It's Still Early, but Signs Point To an Israel-First Biden Presidency. mintpressnews.com Though it is still early, it already seems that when it comes to policy regarding the Middle East and Iran, the Biden Administration, just like the Trump Administration before it, will be taking orders from the Israeli government.
(2021-01-27). '100 Seconds to Midnight': Doomsday Clock Reveals Humanity Closer Than Ever to the Apocalypse. commondreams.org Citizens must "demand… that their governments reorder their priorities and cooperate… to reduce the risk of nuclear war, climate change, and other global disasters, including pandemic disease." | www.commondreams.org/sites/default/files/styles/cd_special_coverage/public/headline/thumbs/doomsday.jpg …
(2021-01-27). Why We Can't Give Up on the Idea of a World Free From Nuclear Weapons. zcomm.org Public opinion, even in many NATO states, favors a total ban on nuclear weapons…
(2021-01-27). Treaty to ban all nuclear weapons is now international law. peoplesworld.org 
A major milestone on the long road to ridding the world entirely of nuclear weapons was reached on Jan. 22, as the United Nations Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons officially became part of international law. That road began Jan. 24, 1946, when the newly formed United Nations adopted its very first resolution, just …
(2021-01-27). For Peace With North Korea, Biden Must End the US-South Korea Military Exercises. truthout.org 
One of the thorniest foreign policy challenges the Biden administration will need to face is a nuclear-armed North Korea. Talks between the U.S. and North Korea have been stalled since 2019, and North Korea has continued to develop its weapons arsenal, recently As a retired U.S. Army Colonel and U.S. diplomat with 40 years…
(2021-01-27). Doomsday Clock poised at 100 seconds to midnight, scientists cite nuclear arms race & 'online lying' as threats. rt.com 
The Bulletin of Atomic Scientists' "Doomsday Clock" — a construct representing the threats to humanity from the nuclear to the natural — remains in the red at 100 seconds to midnight for 2021, its proprietors have warned. | The scientists released their While the clock's hands haven…
(2021-01-27). At the End of the Barrel of a Gun: From Voluntown, Connecticut to D.C. counterpunch.org Understanding the attack against antiwar activists and protesters at "The Farm" in Voluntown, Connecticut in late August 1968, without the larger context of the antinuclear and antiwar movement, would be like viewing the insurrection in Washington, DC on January 6, 2021, as an aberration. The attack against members of the group the Committee for Non-Violent
(2021-01-27). Russian-American Relations Under Biden: More of the Same Except for One Thing. globalresearch.ca Russian-American relations will remain just as bad under Biden as they were under Trump except for the 46th President's desire to extend the New START for another five years as part of an implied nuclear detente with Moscow after his …
(2021-01-27). After agreeing New START extension, Moscow warns treaty may not last long if US attempts to 'undermine Russia's national security'. rt.com 
A day after Moscow and Washington agreed on a long-awaited extension to the New START nuclear arms reduction treaty, a senior Russian diplomat has warned that the deal may not hold up if the US acts improperly. | Speaking to journalists on Wednesday, Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov warned Washington against any "destructive action" or attempts to "undermine Russia's national security," noting that it could lead to Moscow deciding on "withdrawal from the treaty." | "All stipulations, all statements, all elements [about the right to withdraw] from the 2011 ratification remain in force," Ryabkov said. On W…
(2021-01-27). Iran COVID-19 update: 91 deaths, 6,608 cases in 24 hours. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 27 (MNA) — The Iranian Health Ministry has confirmed 6,608 COVID-19 infections and 91 deaths due to the disease in the past 24 hours.
(2021-01-27). Taliban leaders determined to fight US: Shamkhani. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 27 (MNA) — In a tweet on Wed. after meeting with Taliban delegation in Tehran, Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Shamkhani said leaders of the group are determined to fight the United States.
(2021-01-27). Israeli Army Chief Slams Iran Nuclear Deal as Operationally, Strategically Unacceptable. sputniknews.com TEL AVIV (Sputnik) – Chief of the General Staff of the Israeli Defence Forces Lt Gen Aviv Kohavi has described the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) as a deal that is unacceptable to Israel both on the strategic and operational level.
(2021-01-27). Iran House of Innovation, Tech. inaugurated in Nairobi. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 27 (MNA) — VP Sattari expressed hope that the inauguration of the Iran House of Innovation and Technology (IHIT) will become a turning point in bilateral economic cooperation between Iran and Kenya in East African region.
(2021-01-27). Indian envoy hails Iran's socio-political stability. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 27 (MNA) — The Indian envoy to Tehran described Iran as a country with socio-political stability, which plays an important role in creating sustainable security in the region.
(2021-01-27). Zarif stresses respecting intl. law, minorities rights. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 27 (MNA) — In his meeting with Armenian Prime Minister, Iranian Foreign Minister stressed respecting international law, the rights of minorities and territorial integrity.
(2021-01-27). Russian bank in talks with Iran to boost currency exchanges. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 27 (MNA) — Referring to the growth of Iran-Russia trade relations despite the sanctions, the head of the Russian Embassy's Trade Representation said a Russian bank was in Tehran last week to expand monetary exchanges with the country.
(2021-01-27). Eurasia has high capacity to export Iran's building materials. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 27 (MNA) — Chairman of Iran-Kazakhstan Joint Chamber of Commerce said that Eurasia enjoys high capacity and potential for exporting Iranian construction materials.
(2021-01-27). Zarif describes talks with Armenian officials as productive. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 27 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Minister described the recent talks with Armenian officials as productive and noted that both sides conferred on the expansion of bilateral relations on Wednesday.
(2021-01-27). Russia ready to export Iran's extra enriched uranium: Ryabkov. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 27 (MNA) — Russian Deputy Foreign Minister voiced Moscow's readiness to export Iran's surplus enriched uranium if the United States returns to the Nuclear Deal.
(2021-01-27). Iran amb. urges Biden to remove sanctions in short order. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 27 (MNA) — Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations urged the new US administration to meet its JCPOA obligations and remove sanctions in short order.
(2021-01-27). Iranian athletes to take part in online Asian shooting C'ship. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 27 (MNA) — Iranian athletes are scheduled to participate in the online Asian shooting competitions which will kick off on Thursday.
(2021-01-27). Tehran terms Armenia's territorial integrity as a red line. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 27 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said that the territorial integrity of Armenia is the red line of the Islamic Republic of Iran.
(2021-01-27). Zionists to speed up their collapse in case of miscalculation. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 27 (MNA) — Spokesman of the Iranian Armed Forces said that the Zionist regime is not yet aware of the power and authority of the Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic.
(2021-01-27). Iran exports $594mn non-oil goods to EAEU member states. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 27 (MNA) — Islamic Republic of Iran exported $594 million worth of non-oil products to Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU)'s member states.
(2021-01-27). US Proposes 5-year Extension Of Nuclear Arms Treaty With Russia. popularresistance.org The United States will seek a five-year extension of the New START nuclear arms reduction treaty with Russia — the last remaining non-proliferation treaty between the two nations, White House press secretary Jen Psaki confirmed on Thursday. | The New START, which came into force in 2011, limits the number of nuclear warheads and intercontinental ballistic missiles that each country can deploy. It was due to expire next month. | "The president has long been clear that the New START Treaty is in the national security interest of the United States. This extension makes even more sense when the relationship wit…
(2021-01-27). Seoul, Washington see North Korea as 'urgent' issue. laprensalatina.com Seoul, Jan 27 (efe-epa).- South Korea's Foreign Minister Kang Kyung-wha and the United States' Secretary of State Antony Blinken agreed Wednesday in a phone call on the need to deal urgently with the North Korean nuclear issue. "The two ministers shared the understanding that the North Korean nuclear issue is a matter that should be …
(2021-01-27). Biden Admin's Coercive Iran Policy Threatens Serious New Regional Crisis. strategic-culture.org If the Biden administration refuses to relent on its coercive diplomacy and provokes a crisis, Iran can now inflict serious costs on the United States and its allies in the region. Yet Biden's foreign policy team appears so far to be oblivious to the serious risks inherent in its current path.
(2021-01-27). Russian Senate Extends Nuclear Disarmament Treaty With the USA. telesurenglish.net Russia's Senate on Wednesday unanimously endorsed a five-year extension of the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (New START). | RELATED: | "When it comes to global stability and security, Russia and the U.S. can show responsible and pragmatic approaches and reach agreements," Senate President Valentina Matviyenko said. | This nuclear disarmament treaty, which was also previously approved by the Lower House (Duma), was set to expi…
(2021-01-27). Cuba Reaffirms Its Commitment To Global Disarmament. telesurenglish.net Cuba's Ambassador to United Nations Office in Geneva Juan Quintanilla on Monday reaffirmed his nation's commitment to the non-proliferation of weapons while also denouncing the U.S. unilateral coercive measures against his country. | RELATED: | His remarks came in the context of the entry into force of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) which represents the first legally binding multilateral mechani…
(2021-01-26). Rob Malley for Iran Envoy: A Test Case for Biden's Commitment to Diplomacy. dissidentvoice.org 
(Photo credit: National Press Club) President Biden's commitment to re-entering the Iran nuclear deal—formally known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action or JCPOA—is already facing backlash from a motley crew of warhawks both domestic and foreign. Right now, opponents of re-entering the deal are centering their vitriol on one of the nation's foremost experts …
(2021-01-26). Israel to Decide Fate of the JCPOA Nuclear Deal? globalresearch.ca According to Biden's secretary of state-designee Anthony Blinken, the new regime in town will keep much of its predecessor's geopolitical agenda in place. | Former usurper-in-waiting/self-designated interim Venezuelan president Guaido — no longer a National Assembly member — will still …