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‘Upon information & belief’: Trump warns of potential Iran ‘sneak attack’ on US forces in Iraq

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While both the US and Iran are battling coronavirus, belligerent words haven’t been forgotten. President Donald Trump claimed Iran could be planning an attack on US forces in Iraq and warned it would pay a “very heavy price.” … Read More >‘Upon information & belief’: Trump warns of potential Iran ‘sneak attack’ on US forces in Iraq

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Sanctions on Iran show US’ evil nature during coronavirus pandemic (Sam Mahdi Torabi)

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On this episode of Going Underground, we speak to Sam Mahdi Torabi, the Director of the Risalat Strategic Studies Institute. He discusses the current situation regarding coronavirus from Qom, US sanctions on Iran that have prevented Iran from getting access to vital medicines … Read More >Sanctions on Iran show US’ evil nature during coronavirus pandemic (Sam Mahdi Torabi)

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US renews sanctions on Iran’s nuclear program, threatens economic pressure despite calls to lift restrictions amid pandemic

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The US has renewed sanctions curtailing Iran’s nuclear program for another 60 days, as Iran issued pleas for the US to ease its pressure campaign during the Covid-19 pandemic to avoid humanitarian and economic crisis. … Read More >US renews sanctions on Iran’s nuclear program, threatens economic pressure despite calls to lift restrictions amid pandemic

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Iran-Turkey gas pipeline stops functioning after ‘terrorist’ attack – gas company official (VIDEO)

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A senior official with Iran’s state gas company has alleged that terrorists were behind an explosion and massive fire on the pipeline transporting natural gas from the Islamic Republic to Turkey. … Read More >Iran-Turkey gas pipeline stops functioning after ‘terrorist’ attack – gas company official (VIDEO)

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Pompeo behind corona? Iran’s foreign ministry employs PHOTOSHOP to take a not-so-subtle jab at US sanctions (PHOTO)

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Iranian diplomats have yet again taken aim at ongoing US sanctions which are hampering the country’s efforts to battle the coronavirus outbreak, this time showing off decent photo-editing skills. … Read More >Pompeo behind corona? Iran’s foreign ministry employs PHOTOSHOP to take a not-so-subtle jab at US sanctions (PHOTO)

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US sanctions on life-saving drugs are leading Iran into a ‘humanitarian catastrophe’ as pandemic rages – Zarif

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US sanctions make it “impossible” for regular Iranians to have access to essential drugs during the Covid-19 pandemic, the republic’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has said. … Read More >US sanctions on life-saving drugs are leading Iran into a ‘humanitarian catastrophe’ as pandemic rages – Zarif

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US military should fight coronavirus at home, not stage ‘Hollywood scenarios’ in other countries – IRGC chief

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The head of Iran’s elite Revolutionary Guards has advised the US to focus on the epidemic at home instead of trying to undermine Tehran, as the strife between two nations persists, despite each having been hit hard by Covid-19. … Read More >US military should fight coronavirus at home, not stage ‘Hollywood scenarios’ in other countries – IRGC chief

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Rouhani says Iran’s healthcare system ready for Covid-19 peak as it sees more than 3,000 new infections

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President Hassan Rouhani has said that Iran’s medical infrastructure was prepared to overcome the zenith of the coronavirus pandemic, as the country recorded more than 3,000 new cases and nearly 140 new deaths. … Read More >Rouhani says Iran’s healthcare system ready for Covid-19 peak as it sees more than 3,000 new infections