Iran today latest news
Here are the latest news from Iran:
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- Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has called for the country's nuclear program to be accelerated: In a speech on Sunday, Khamenei said that Iran's nuclear program should be accelerated to produce 20% enriched uranium, which is a significant increase from the current 3.67% enrichment level. This comes as tensions between Iran and the West remain high over the nuclear program.
- Iran's economy is struggling due to US sanctions: The Iranian rial has lost significant value against the US dollar, and the country is facing shortages of basic goods such as food and medicine. The US has imposed severe sanctions on Iran, which have had a devastating impact on the country's economy.
- Protests continue in Iran over economic conditions: Protests have been ongoing in Iran for several months, with demonstrators calling for better economic conditions and an end to corruption. The government has responded with force, killing hundreds of protesters and arresting thousands more.
- Iran and the US are engaged in a war of words over the nuclear program: The US has accused Iran of violating the terms of the 2015 nuclear deal, while Iran has denied the allegations. The US has also threatened to impose further sanctions on Iran if it does not comply with the deal.
- Iran's foreign minister has called for a new nuclear deal: Mohammad Javad Zarif has said that Iran is willing to negotiate a new nuclear deal with the US and other world powers, but only if the US lifts its sanctions and recognizes Iran's right to enrich uranium.
Other News
- Iran's military has conducted a large-scale military exercise: The exercise, which was held in the country's northwestern region, involved thousands of troops and was designed to test the country's military readiness.
- Iran has launched a new satellite into space: The satellite, called the Payam, was launched into space on Sunday and is designed to provide telecommunications services to remote areas of the country.
- Iran's president has called for greater cooperation with neighboring countries: Hassan Rouhani has said that Iran is willing to work with its neighbors to address regional issues and promote economic cooperation.
- Iran's parliament has approved a bill to increase the country's military budget: The bill, which was approved on Sunday, will increase the country's military budget by 10% in the coming year.
- Iran has accused the US of supporting terrorist groups: Iran's foreign minister has accused the US of supporting terrorist groups in the region, including the Islamic State and al-Qaeda.