Elul 24, 5776, 9/27/2016
In today's headlines: תג בכותרות
 'Iran's actions in the Gulf a cause for concern'White House says recent encounters between Iranian vessels and American warships in the Gulf are unacceptable.U.S. Navy ship fires at Iranian shipU.S. Navy coastal patrol ship fires three warning shots at an Iranian ship in the Northern Persian Gulf. White House: Iran payment not ransom nor leverageWhite House acknowledges $400 million payment to Iran was related to the release of American prisoners, but denies it amounted to ransom. Trump: Obama lied to usRepublican presidential nominee blasts Obama over the United States' $400 million payment to Iran. GOP lawmakers blast Obama over Iran ransom sagaRepublicans blast the Obama administration after it acknowledges a payment to Iran was contingent on the release of American prisoners. New details emerge on U.S. 'ransom' to IranNew details about $400 million payment made to Iran find the exchange was specifically timed to the release of prisoners held in Iran. Obama and Kerry deny U.S. paid ransom to IranPresident and Secretary of State deny reports that $400 million payment to Iran was related to four Americans who were held in Tehran. Trump blasts 'incompetent' ObamaRepublican presidential nominee criticizes Obama and Clinton over report saying the U.S. funneled $400 million in cash to the Iranians. Iranian commander: Americans are biggest threatSenior Iranian commander declares the United States to be Iran's greatest enemy. Obama adviser: Public was 'misled' on Iran talksBen Rhodes admits the dealings behind the nuclear agreement between Iran and West were not exactly as presented to the public. United States to buy heavy water from IranRepublicans outraged following announcement that the Obama administration is buying 32 metric tons of Iranian heavy water. Iranian official blasts 'foolish' KerryIran's defense minister rejects Secretary of State's comments that his country is is destabilizing the Middle East. Obama considering easing restrictions on IranRepublicans outraged following reports that Obama is considering allowing dollars to be used in transactions with Iran. Khamenei: Americans aren't fulfilling nuclear dealIran’s Supreme Leader blasts the United States for imposing new sanctions over his country's ballistic missile tests. Iran arrests father of jailed American citizenIran arrests 80-year-old Baquer Namazi, father of Siamak Namazi who was himself arrested in October. Both are being held in the Evin prison. Khamenei: 'Zionist network' dictates policyIran’s Supreme Leader claims Zionists dictate the United States’ and many EU members' policies vis-a-vis Iran. 'Death to America' in TehranNuclear deal or not, Iranians wave "Death to America" banners at rally marking 37 years since the Islamic revolution.Khamenei: U.S. supporting 'child-killing Israel'Iran’s Supreme Leader in yet another tirade against the United States, accuses it of supporting "the child-killer Zionist regime". Rouhani invites American firms to invest in IranThe Great Satan? Iran's president says he has no problem with American companies investing in his country. Iranian drone films American carrierIran says it flew a surveillance drone over an American aircraft carrier in the Gulf and took photographs of it. Iranian cleric: America is still 'the Great Satan'Ayatollah Ahmad Khatami blasts American sanctions over Iran's ballistic missile program, tells Iranians the U.S. is still hostile. Former Marine comes home after Iran releaseAmir Hekmati, freed as part of a prisoner swap between the United States and Iran, arrives home in Flint, Michigan. Obama promises cooperation with Iran on LevinsonObama says the United States and Iran would “deepen cooperation” in efforts to locate former FBI agent Robert Levinson. Carter: Error caused sailors to enter IranDefense Secretary says 10 sailors briefly detained by Iran entered Iranian waters because of navigational error. White House denies there was an apology to IranWhite House spokesman says the United States "certainly" did not apologize to Iran after 10 sailors accidentally entered Iranian waters. Iran holding American Navy sailors and their boatsIran holds sailors and their two small Navy boats which had mechanical problems and drifted into Iranian waters.Iran: Americans contacted us for a prisoner swapSenior Iranian official says unnamed Americans have contacted Iran for a deal to swap Jason Rezaian for other detainees. Zarif: U.S. visa decision breaches nuclear dealIranian Foreign Minister says he expects the Obama administration to act to cancel Congress decision to block visa-free travel by Iranians.Washington Post: Detained reporter is in dangerWashington Post warns that Jason Rezaian, who is detained in Iran, is in “immediate danger” as his health deteriorates.Iran arrests Lebanese-AmericanIran arrests Lebanese-American on suspicion of having links to the American intelligence community. Rouhani: Iranians Support the Nuclear DealIranian President says America is distrusted in his country but the nuclear deal will help mend ties. Obama, Kerry Appoint Iran Deal CoordinatorSenior diplomat Stephen Mull named coordinator of the implementation efforts of the Iran deal, hours after lawmakers fail to block it. Iran: The Americans Had 'No Option' Besides a DealIran's foreign ministry says the United States had to strike a nuclear deal because its sanctions and threats had failed.Iran Hints at Prison Swap for American ReporterThe speaker of Iran's parliament hints at the possibility of a prisoner swap to free detained Washington Post's Jason Rezaian. Iranians Arrested for Selling US, UK MerchandiseFlags deemed 'Satanic symbols' despite nuclear deal, reopening of UK embassy in Iran. Saudi Suspect in anti-US Bombing ArrestedAhmed al-Mughassil may also be the leader of the Saudi Hezbollah wing. Iran Calls on US to Release 19 PrisonersTehran insists US may be violating human rights in imprisoning 19 Iranians, despite imprisoning US citizens and refusing swaps. Zarif: Too Early to Discuss American EmbassyIran's foreign minister blasts America's "illogical attitude" towards Iran when asked about the reopening of the American embassy. Iranian Accuses Americans of Violating DealSenior Iranian official says Washington violating nuclear deal by stating that military option is still on the table. Iran: We Will Never Hold Positive View of AmericaSenior Iranian commander stresses that Iran will continue to view America as an enemy, even if a nuclear deal is reached. US Released Iranian Prisoners as Precursor to DealFour prisoners released to Tehran in 2012-13 as part of 'wish list' Iran sent US for nuclear deal; three Americans still held by Iran. Obama: Most US Jews Still Support MePresident defends policies on Iran, says there is no indication Saudis intend to pursue their own nuclear program. Khamenei: United States Makes Region 'Insecure'Iran’s supreme leader lashes out at the United States, even after his country seized a ship in the Persian Gulf. 'If Iranians Decide to Be Stupid, We'll Respond'US Navy begins to accompany US ships in Hormuz Straits, following Iran’s seizure of a Marshall Islands-flagged ship this week. Iran: US Killed Two Revolutionary Guard AdvisorsUS offensive against ISIS in Tikrit killed two Iranian Revolutionary Guard advisors, Tehran claims; US denies. Khamenei Agrees with 'Death to America' SloganIran's Supreme Leader rejects Obama's call to reach a nuclear agreement, says America is bullying Iran. Obama: An 'Historic Opportunity' to End Nuke IssueIn a message to Iranians in honor of Nowruz, Obama says this is the "best opportunity in decades" to pursue a different relationship. Kerry: 'Mutual Interest' with Iran Against ISISSecretary of State says Washington and Tehran have a "mutual interest" in defeating ISIS but are not working together. Iran: No Talks About Reopening American EmbassyIran makes clear that any talks with the U.S. do not include a discussion about the reopening of the two countries’ embassies. US, Iran Deny Reports of Prisoner SwapBoth Washington and Tehran rush to reject Iranian news agency's claim of a prisoner swap deal. Obama Not Ruling Out Opening Embassy in Iran"I never say never," says President Obama when asked whether he could envision opening an embassy in Iran.Top Iranian Official: Obama Begs to Meet RouhaniKhamenei office official boasts that Obama is 'knocking on every door' just to meet Hassan Rouhani, and that it 'demonstrates strength.' Iran Charges WaPo Reporter Held For 137 DaysCorrespondent stationed in Tehran since 2008 arrested in July on unspecified charges, is still in custody. Family: Iran breaks its own laws. White House Won't Comment on Obama LetterWhite House spokesman says policy toward Iran remains unchanged, refuses to address report that Obama wrote to Khamenei. Iran Amused as Kerry's Jet Breaks Down in ViennaIranian Foreign Minister chuckles at 'irony' as fuel-tank problems forced top diplomat to fly home on commercial airliner. Iran Considering New Proposal on Nuclear ProgramU.S. and Iran reportedly discussing leaving much of Tehran's enriching machines in place but disconnected from uranium feeds. Khamenei: U.S. Has 'Dirty Hands'Iran’s Supreme Leader says his country rejected a U.S. request for cooperation against the “Islamic State”. |
