US Plots for Regional Division Foiled by Arbaeen Congregation

TEHRAN (defapress) – The spokesman for Iran’s Judiciary praised the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) for busting Ruhollah Zam, the head of an anti-Iranian website and Telegram channel, and said following his arrest “invaluable” information has been obtained.

TEHRAN (defapress) – Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Hossein Baqeri applauded the unity of Muslims in the Arbaeen processions in Iraq, saying the event thwarted the US plots for creating rift and division in the region.

TEHRAN (defapress) – Iranian Interior Minister Abdolreza Rahmani Fazli said the country’s administration has passed regulations required by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), a global anti-money-laundering watchdog.

TEHRAN (defapress)- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif voiced his readiness for a visit to the Saudi capital city of Riyadh for settling bilateral disputes between the Islamic Republic and the kingdom, reiterating that Tehran has always been a supporter of regional peace and cooperation.

TEHRAN (defapress)- Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani announced that Iran has paved the way for investment by South Africa in its development projects.

TEHRAN (defapress) – Iran has devised the fourth step in reducing commitments to the 2015 nuclear deal, the Foreign Ministry spokesman said, warning the remaining parties to the JCPOA that Tehran will definitely take the step if they fail to fulfill their undertakings.

TEHRAN (defapress)- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif on Monday slammed the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) for its recent decision, saying that the move pursues a political agenda.

TEHRAN (defapress)- Head of Iran's Civil Defense Organization Brigadier General Gholamreza Jalali rejected Washington’s claim that the US responded Tehran’s downing of an American spy drone over the Strait of Hormuz with a cyberattack, saying that there is no evidence to substantiate the claim.

TEHRAN (defapress) – Iranian President Hassan Rouhani sent a message to Iraqi President Barham Salih and Prime Minister Adil Abdul-Mahdi to appreciate efforts of the country in holding this year’s Arbaeen pilgrimage.

TEHRAN (defapress) – Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Commander Major General Hossein Salami expressed his gratitude to the Iraqi nation for their hospitality during the Arbaeen season, which marks the 40th day after the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussein, the third Shiite Imam.