Iranian President Hassan Rouhani speaks during a ceremony for Defence Industry Day in Tehran, Iran August 21, 2018. Official President.ir Website/Handout via REUTERS
Reuters: Iran's Rouhani asks Europe for guarantees on banking channels and oil sales
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani on Monday urged the remaining signatories to its 2015 nuclear agreement to act to save the pact, though France’s leader called again for broader talks on Tehran’s missile program and its role in the Middle East region.
In a phone call to French President Emmanuel Macron, Rouhani said Iran wanted the Europeans to give guarantees on banking channels and oil sales as well as in the field of insurance and transportation, according to the state-run Iranian news agency IRNA.
“Iran has acted upon all its promises in the nuclear agreement and, with attention to the one-sided withdrawal of America ... expects the remaining partners to operate their programs more quickly and transparently,” Rouhani was quoted as saying.
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MIDDLE EAST
Syria’s air defense on ‘highest alert’ in case of sudden strike by US — media.
US brings cruise missile carriers to Middle East for strikes against Syria — top brass.
Jordan says can't host more Syrian refugees.
Iran says ‘no third party’ will limit its support to Syria. Tehran will help rebuild Syria, says Iran defence minister.
Iran’s leader Hassan Rouhani faces campaign to impeach him as he is summoned to parliament over struggling economy.
Iran asks top UN court to lift US sanctions.
US vows to fight Iran lawsuit in international court.
Foreign minister: US focused on 'psychological war' against Iran and its trading partners.
Iraq new parliament to meet, paving way for government.
Saudi-led coalition accuses UN of bias in Yemen.
ASIA
Myanmar military chiefs should face genocide case for Muslim Rohingya killings, UN report says. Myanmar Rohingya: UN says military leaders must face genocide charges.
Facebook removes accounts associated with Myanmar military.
Russia, Afghanistan to agree on new date for Moscow meeting — foreign ministry. Russia says Afghanistan talks postponed.
Afghan president declines resignation of top officials.
Russia, Tajikistan deny air raids in Afghanistan.
Pompeo talks N.Korea 'next steps' with Seoul, Tokyo.
North Korea talks draw fresh scrutiny after canceled meeting.
China protests against Donald Trump’s claim it is holding back North Korean denuclearisation.
Maldives opposition banks on people power in controversial polls.
Top Japanese official: China tech success aided by totalitarianism.
Pakistan pivots toward Putin's Russia after Trump gets tough.
AFRICA
Libya: Armed groups vie for control in deadly Tripoli clashes.
Egypt: Security forces kill 5 armed men in the south.
Burkina to vote on new constitution in March.
Uganda: Court frees jailed opposition MP Bobi Wine.
Ethiopia arrests ex-Somali region head over rights abuses.
Ebola death toll rises to 75 in DR Congo.
Morocco shock at 'Khadija brutal rape ordeal'.
EUROPE
Tarnished by bailout, Greek PM eyes reshuffle before election.
France to make contingency plans for no-deal Brexit.
EU 'can no longer rely on US,' says France's Macron.
Putin to decide on tit-for-tat measures in response to US sanctions — diplomat.
Russian opposition leader jailed for 30 days over January protest.
Merkel to Trump: Russia needed to restrain Syria's Assad from attacking Idlib.
German minister sees progress on migrant deal with Italy: media.
Germany migrants: Protesters face off in Chemnitz.
Pope Francis says he will 'not say one word on' allegations he covered up sexual abuse.
AMERICAS
U.S., Mexico reach NAFTA deal, turn up pressure on Canada.
Trump re-lowers flag for McCain, expresses 'respect' after backlash. Trump, under pressure to honor McCain, orders flags to half-staff.
Arizona governor faces pressure over McCain replacement.
Venezuelan migrants accept government offer for flight home.
Displaced Venezuelans fear for their lives in Brazil.
Colombia anti-corruption referendum comes up shy on votes.
TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR
Islamic State leader in Afghanistan killed in strike: report. Head of Islamic State in Afghanistan killed, government says.
US judge retires from 9/11 case at Guantanamo.
Germany to shield 9/11 plotter from CIA amid repatriation to Morocco – Report.
Dutch jihadist suspect 'involved' in S.Africa kidnap: reports.
ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS
S&P 500, Nasdaq hit new highs on U.S.-Mexico trade deal.
Toyota to invest $500m in Uber in driverless car deal.
China ‘keeping wary eye’ on US and EU as trade pressure mounts.
Report: Saudi's King Salman blocked public listing of Aramco.
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