Persian Gulf

Japan informed Iran of potential SDF dispatch to Middle East: Japanese official

TEHRAN, Dec. 04 (MNA) – Japan told Iran that it is considering sending the Self-Defense Forces (SDF) to the Middle East to improve information-gathering capabilities and ensure the safety of commercial shipping operations, the top Japanese government spokesman said Wednesday.

Experts complete overhaul of SP gas platforms

TEHRAN, Dec. 04 (MNA) – Overhaul operations of 22 offshore platforms in the giant South Pars Gas Field have come to an end after 160 days.

Three manned surveillance aircrafts join Iran’s naval fleet

TEHRAN, Dec. 03 (MNA) – Three Chakavak aircrafts were added to Iran’s naval fleet on Tuesday in a ceremony held in Hormozgan province.

US, foreign powers' presence in Persian Gulf cannot undermine Iran's security

TEHRAN, Dec. 01 (MNA) –The commander of Iranian Army’s Navy Rear Admiral Hossein Khanzadi says that the presence of the naval forces of the US and other foreign powers cannot harm Iran's maritime security, urging them to leave the region.

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Dena destroyer to join Iranian naval forces in February, Navy commander says

TEHRAN, Nov. 29 (MNA) – The commander of Iranian Army’s Navy Rear Admiral Hossein Khanzadi says that the presence of the Iranian naval forces in international waters will strengthen by joining of a new generation of domestically-made military equipment.

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Iran's Navy deterrent power pivotal in providing security of Persian Gulf

TEHRAN, Nov. 28 (MNA) – "The deterrent power of the Iranian Navy brings stability and security to the Persian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, and Sea of Oman," Chief of staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major-General Mohammad Bagheri said on Thursday.

US violates Intl. maritime Convention: official

TEHRAN, Nov. 26 (MNA) – Managing Director of Ports and Maritime Organization of Iran Mohammad Rastad said that US anti-Iranian and bullying measures are blatant violations of the International Maritime Convention.

3 countries said ‘yes’ to Iran’s regional security initiative: FM spox

TEHRAN, Nov. 25 (MNA) – A number of countries are reviewing Iran’s peace initiative for the Persian Gulf, while three others have already responded positively to it, Foreign Ministry Spokesman Abbas Mousavi said Monday.

US Commander says deploying additional troops to Persian Gulf cannot deter Iran

TEHRAN, Nov. 23 (MNA) – A top US general said that America’s addition of 14,000 troops in the Persian Gulf since the spring would probably not deter Iran from attacking the US targets.

Top IRGC chief warns US against taking ‘irresponsible acts’ in region

TEHRAN, Nov. 22 (MNA) – A top commander at Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) warned the US against taking any irresponsible measure in the region for the sake of its troops’ safety.

Army’s Navy HQ moves from Tehran to Bandar Abbas

TEHRAN, Nov. 21 (MNA) – The headquarters of the Iranian Army’s Navy has moved from Tehran to Bandar Abbas.

US military official urges Arab states to unite against Iran

TEHRAN, Nov. 16 (MNA) – US Air Force Chief of Staff David Goldfein said Sat. that he was hopeful a bitter dispute between Persian Gulf Arab states could soon end, urging them to unify military capabilities against Iran.

Time to boot foreign forces out of region: Cmdr. Mousavi

TEHRAN, Nov. 14 (MNA) – Commander of Iran's Army Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi said Thu. it was time to drive foreign troops out of the Middle East region, stressing that foreign powers are not reliable for regional countries.

No safe spot for enemy’s aircraft carriers: IRGC chief

TEHRAN, Nov. 14 (MNA) – Chief Commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) has warned the enemies against approaching Iran’s borders, saying that with the rapid development of the Iranian missile systems, there is no longer any safe zone for hostile aircraft carriers within or out of Iran’s territorial waters.

Iran highlights dialogue as 'sole solution' to regional problems

TEHRAN, Nov. 13 (MNA) – Iran has once again voiced its support to maintaining political talks among the regional countries, saying that dialogue is the only means to reach a collective understanding and effective solution to challenges facing the region.

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Kish Day

TEHRAN, Nov. 12 (MNA) – People of the southern Iranian touristy island of Kish located in the Persian Gulf celebrated their island's day in a ceremony on Tuesday that was also attended by Morteza Bank, an advisor to President Hassan Rouhani.

US fleet presence in Persian Gulf causes insecurity

TEHRAN, Nov. 10 (MNA) – Iran’s Border Guard Commander Guardian Brigadier General Ghasem Rezaie said that the presence of US warships in the Persian Gulf has made the region insecure for businessmen, fishermen and countries, adding that all call for leaving of US fleet from the Persian Gulf.

Araghchi discusses regional developments with Russian diplomat

TEHRAN, Nov 09 (MNA) – Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi and Russian Deputy Foreign Minister and Special Presidential Representative for the Middle East and Africa Mikhail Bogdanov met in Moscow on Friday.

China says Iran must benefit from economic interests of JCPOA

TEHRAN, Nov. 08 (MNA) – China's special envoy for Middle East Affairs Zhai Jun said that Iran be able to benefit from the economic interests of Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).

Russia to back Iran’s security initiative ‘HOPE’: Ryabkov

TEHRAN, Nov. 08 (MNA) – Russia’s Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said that Moscow will support Iran’s security initiative entitled “Hormuz Peace Endeavors (HOPE)”.

Army air force shoots down intrusive drone over Bandar-e Mahshahr

TEHRAN, Nov. 08 (MNA) – The Air Force Defense of the Iranian Army has shot down an intrusive drone over Bandar-e Mahshahr in the Persian Gulf, which is said to have foreign origins.

Iranian Army Navy dispatches 64th fleet to intl. waters

TEHRAN, Oct. 29 (MNA) – The 64th fleet of the Iranian Army Navy has embarked on a voyage to the high seas and international waters.

Kuwait mulling over Iran’s HOPE initiative

TEHRAN, Oct. 28 (MNA) – Kuwaiti Deputy Foreign Minister Khaled al-Jarallah said on Monday that his country is mulling over Iran’s initiative defined for the security of Persian Gulf region entitled “Hormuz Peace Endeavor, HOPE”.

Foreign vessels in Persian Gulf under constant watch: IRGC

TEHRAN, Oct. 28 (MNA) – The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy Commander Admiral Alireza Tangsiri said that the force is keeping a close watch on every foreign vessel in the Persian Gulf.

FM Zarif hails China’s support to HOPE initiative

TEHRAN, Oct. 22 (MNA) – Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif hailed China’s support to a new initiative proposed by Tehran on the Persian Gulf region’s peace and security.

Settling regional disputes possible if US, Israeli regime don’t interfere: MP

TEHRAN, Oct. 21 (MNA) – An Iranian lawmaker said that it is possible to arrive at a political solution for disputes in the region, provided that other regional states take practical steps and US and Israeli regime stop meddling.

Japan to dispatch its own troops to Strait of Hormuz

TEHRAN, Oct. 18 (MNA) – Japan will send its own self-defense troops to the Strait of Hormuz instead of joining the US-coalition to protect commercial vessels passing through key Middle Eastern waterways, the Asahi newspaper reported.

Gas production resumes at SPD 9

TEHRAN, Oct. 16 (MNA) – Production of gas has started at a South Pars platform for Phases 6-8 (SPD 9) that had caught fire in June.