EghtesadOnline: Banks and credit institutions in Iran are facing a myriad of challenges including cumbersome regulations and technical issues to boost capital through revaluation of their assets, a senior banking official said.

EghtesadOnline: Russia is unlikely to suspend civilian nuclear cooperation with Iran as a result of US decision to not renew sanctions waivers related to the Fordow nuclear plant, a senior official said, adding that Tehran and Moscow are discussing the path forward.