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New US sanctions have had no effect on Iran economy: Rouhani

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said Saturday that U.S. sanctions announced last week have had no effect on Iran's economy, because Washington had already practically reimposed them earlier. "The sanctions have had no impact on our economy, because America had already used all the...

US sanctions on Iran: An instrument for regime change

The second round of U.S. sanctions targeting Iran’s energy sector -- the country's main source of income -- came into force this week, which could have the effect of reducing Iran's crude oil exports. Some observers fear the move could lead to rising living costs and push a...

Jewish settlers damage Palestinian property in W. Bank

Jewish settlers on Friday morning vandalized Palestinian buildings and vehicles in the Israeli-occupied West Bank city of Salfit, according to a Palestinian activist. Activist Wissam al-Dik told Anadolu Agency that a group of settlers had entered the city’s Kafr al-Dik district at...

Iran blames US for crimes against humanity in Yemen

On Oct. 30, U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo called for the cessation of hostilities in Yemen. He said in a statement that missile and drone strikes by Iran-allied Houthi rebels against Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates should stop and air strikes by the Saudi-led coalition must cease...