(2021-12-05). Camila Saab Speaks Out: Wife of Venezuelan Diplomat "Kidnapped" by US Gov't Talks to MintPress. orinocotribune.com While Washington cannot choose the president of Venezuela, it can make life impossible for officials, such as Alex Saab, who attempt to defy its sanctions regime. | On Wednesday, November 24, MintPress News Editor in Chief Mnar Adley sat down to speak with Camila Saab, the wife of imprisoned Venezuelan diplomat Alex Saab. | Saab was on a diplomatic mission to Iran in June 2020, where he was tasked with securing deals for food, medicine and personal protective equipment. His plane stopped off in Cabo Verde — a group of islands off the west coast of Africa — for a routine refueling. | He would never fin…
(2021-12-05). Chinese envoy calls for expanding consensus in Iran nuclear talks. ecns.cn Progress made in the negotiations of Iran nuclear talks this week should not be underestimated although "a breakthrough is far from being achieved," a senior Chinese envoy said here on Friday.
(2021-12-05). Iran FM, Kyrgyz security council vice-chairman meeting. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 5 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian and Vice Chairman of the Security Council of Kyrgyz Republic Taalatbek Masadykov held a meeting in Tehran on Sunday.
(2021-12-05). Raeisi expresses hope Iran, Thailand to expand relations. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 05 (MNA) — Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi expressed hope that the historical and strong relations between Iran and Thailand will continue to deepen and expand in the interests of the people of the two countries in all fields.
(2021-12-05). Iran becomes member of ATAIC Executive Council. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 05 (MNA) — Islamic Republic of Iran became a member of "Executive Council" of Association of Tax Authorities of Islamic Countries (ATAIC) by the majority vote of its members.
(2021-12-05). Is The Glass Half-Full Or Half-Empty? That Is The Question With Contradictory US Human Rights Policies Towards Saudi Arabia And Iran. southfront.org 
Written by James M. Dorsey A cursory look at Saudi Arabia and Iran suggests that emphasizing human rights in US…
(2021-12-05). Iran FM, Kyrgyz Security Council vice chairman hold meeting. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 05 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian met and held talks with the Security Council Deputy Chairman of Kyrgyzstan Talatbek Masadykov.
(2021-12-05). Iran's powerlifter breaks world record at 2021 Tbilisi. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 5 (MNA) — Iranian powerlifter Aliakbar Gharibshi seized a gold medal at the 2021 World Para Powerlifting Championships on Sunday after breaking the world record in the men's up to 107kg category.
(2021-12-05). Big arms trafficking network dismantled in southeast Iran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 5 (MNA) — The IRGC intelligence forces in the southwestern province of Khuzestan have dismantled a big arms trafficking network.
(2021-12-05). Iran not to back down from its demands in negotiations. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 5 (MNA) — Iran's chief negotiator at the Vienna talks Ali Bagheri Kani reiterated that Tehran will not back down from its demands in the Vienna talks to make sure the removal of the US oppressive sanctions against the Iranian nation.
(2021-12-05). Pakistani naval fleet docks at Iran's Bandar Abbas Port. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 5 (MNA) — A Pakistani naval fleet has docked at the 1st Naval Zone of the Army of the Islamic Republic of Iran at Bandar Abbass Port.
(2021-12-05). Iran has four satellites at hand to launch. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 05 (MNA) — Iran has four satellites in the final testing phase and ready to launch, a report has said.
(2021-12-05). Iran, Iraq discuss mutual ties. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 5 (MNA) — Iranian Ambassador to Baghdad Iraj Masjedi met and held talks with the Iraqi Minister of Justice Salar Abdul Sattar Mohammad Hussein to discuss mutual ties.
(2021-12-05). Syrian foreign minister due in Tehran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 05 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh announced that the Syrian foreign minister will arrive in Tehran tonight to meet with his Iranian counterpart.
(2021-12-05). International Day of Disabled Persons marked in Iran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 05 (MNA) — International Day of Disabled Persons was marked in a ceremony in the presence of Tehran Mayor Alireza Zakani on Saturday evening.
(2021-12-05). Kyrgyzstan interested in enhancing ties with Iran: official. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 05 (MNA) — Vice Chairman of the Security Council of Kyrgyz Republic Taalatbek Masadykov has expressed the willingness of his country to enhance relations with Iran on a Tehran visit.
(2021-12-05). China top customer of Iranian saffron in March-October: IRICA. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 05 (MNA) — China topped the list of major saffron buyers from Iran in the seven months to October 22, shows figures by the Iranian customs office (IRICA) despite a fall in sales of the lucrative spice this calendar year.
(2021-12-05). Iranian diplomat blames US for Afghanistan's situation. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 5 (MNA) — Blaming US for being responsible for current Afghanistan's unstable situation, Secretary of Strategic Council on Foreign Relations said that US presence in West Asia brings about nothing but chaos and instability to the region.
(2021-12-05). UAE national security advisor to visit Tehran Monday. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 05 (MNA) — The National Security Advisor of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan is scheduled to visit Iran on Monday.
(2021-12-05). Iran blames US reluctance to lift sanctions as main obstacle for reviving nuclear deal. middleeasteye.net 
Iran blames US reluctance to lift sanctions as main obstacle for reviving nuclear deal | An Iranian official said Tehran could revive the nuclear deal if the United States agrees to lift sanctions | Sun, 12/05/2021 – 11: 36 | Iranians shop for home appliances at the Amin Hozur bazaar in the Iranian capital Tehran, on 3 October 2021 (AFP) | An Iranian official said on Sunday that the United…
(2021-12-05). FM stresses drawing outlook for Iran-Kyrgyz ties. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 5 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has told a visiting Kyrgyz official that the two nations need to draw a long-term prospect for their future relations.
(2021-12-05). Israeli Deputy Defence Minister Dodges Question About Tel Aviv's Complicity in Natanz Blast. sputniknews.com There have been several reports throughout the years about Israeli military operations aimed at damaging Iranian nuclear sites, which Tel Aviv has not confirmed. The latest reports blame the April blast at the Natanz plant on local scientists who were said to have been recruited by the notorious Mossad, Tel Aviv's elite intel agency.
(2021-12-05). Sixth int. agricultural exhibition kicks off in Tehran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 5 (MNA) — The sixth edition of the agricultural and new irrigations systems exhibition opened in Tehran on Sunday with the participation of 150 Iranian companies.
(2021-12-05). Drone crashed in central Iran (+VIDEO). en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 05 (MNA) — Hours ago, a drone crashed in Kuhrang County, in Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari province in central Iran.
(2021-12-05). US reluctance to drop sanctions Vienna talks' main challenge. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 5 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Ministry in its Twitter account wrote that it is crystal clear that the US reluctance to fully drop the sanctions is the main challenge for the progress of Vienna talks.
(2021-12-05). Indonesia volcano eruption leaves 13 dead, dozens injured. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 05 (MNA) — At least 13 people are dead and thousands are displaced after Mount Semeru, a volcano in Indonesia's East Java province erupted on Saturday, authorities said.
(2021-12-05). US logistics convoy comes under attack in southern Iraq. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 05 (MNA) — Iraqi sources reported that a convoy carrying logistics equipment for US troops was targeted in the south of the country.
(2021-12-05). US vows full support to Kyiv against Moscow. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 05 (MNA)-Pentagon chief says that the US will offer full support to Ukraine in case of any confrontation with Russia.
(2021-12-05). Massive explosions heard at US military base in eastern Syria. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 05 (MNA) — Syrian state television reported on Sunday that several big explosions had been heard at a US military base on the Iraqi-Syrian border.
(2021-12-05). Call for works in Mashhad International Urban Arts Festival. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 5 (MNA) — In the 14th year of the "Mashhad International Urban Arts Festival" in addition to domestic works of art, it has also hosted international works of art.
(2021-12-05). German coalition government: new Drang nach Osten NATO command, old U.S. nuclear bombs, black T-shirts and white sneakers. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com The first and previously only Social Democratic Party-Green Party coalition government no sooner came to power in 1998 than it, in the person of Social Democrat Chancellor Gerhard Schrà∂der and Green Party Vice-Chancellor and Foreign Minister Joschka Fischer, gave Germany its first air war in 1999 (against Yugoslavia) and its first ground war in 2001 …
(2021-12-05). Janes: Germany to order 30 nuclear-capable bombers from U.S. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Germany 'Approves' Nuclear-Capable F/A 18 Super Hornets, EW Aircraft EA-18G Growlers To Modernize Fleet — Media Germany is likely to send the US government a letter of request (LOR), requesting to procure the Boeing F/A 18 Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler aircraft, Janes reported quoting local German media. *** In 2020, Germany's Defense Minister Annegret …
(2021-12-05). Week-long NATO nuclear drills: "Combination of F-35A and B61-12 significant improvement of NATO dual-capable aircraft posture in Europe" antibellum679354512.wordpress.com NATO Concludes Annual Nuclear Exercise NATO has wrapped up its annual week-long nuclear deterrence exercise, called Steadfast Noon, across southern Europe with aircraft and personnel from 14 allied countries. *** A different NATO country hosts Steadfast Noon each year.The alliance normally does not identify the host country, with the exception of last year when NATO …
(2021-12-04). President Maduro Calls for Joint Effort to Improve Drinking Water Service. orinocotribune.com On Thursday, December 2, President Nicolás Maduro announced that, in the first semester of 2022, together with the newly elected governors and mayors, his government will commit to a series of maintenance works directed towards optimizing the drinking water services in all of Venezuela's communities. At an event held at the José Joaquín "Papá" Carrillo Sports Complex, in the state of Miranda, President Maduro declared that "we are going to solve the water issues so that it functions properly, at 100%, without any excuses, without bureaucracy, without indolence." | The president pointed out the need "to change eve…
(2021-12-04). Round of Iranian nuclear talks to continue in Vienna next week, says Russian envoy. tass.com Mikhail Ulyanov urged not to overstate the course of the round of talks…
(2021-12-04). Central Asian and Middle Eastern Countries Step Up Cooperation. journal-neo.org 
On November 28, the 15th Summit of the Leaders of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) Member-States was held in Ashgabat, the capital of Turkmenistan, with the participation of the heads of state and governments of Azerbaijan, Iran, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Turkey and Uzbekistan, the countries that are members of the organization. The ECO summit …
(2021-12-04). Russia Is Primed for a Persian Gulf Security 'Makeover'. strategic-culture.org By Pepe ESCOBAR | It's impossible to understand the resumption of the JCPOA nuclear talks in Vienna without considering the serious inner turbulence of the Biden administration. | Everyone and his neighbor are aware of Tehran's straightforward expectations: all sanctions — no exceptions — must be removed in a verifiable manner. Only then will the Islamic Republic reverse what it terms 'remedial measures,' that is, ramping up its nuclear program to match each new American 'punishment.' | The reason Washington isn't tabling a similarly transparent position is because its economic circumstances are, biza…