Nuclear watchdog:

Iran grew near-weapons Uranium before Israeli strikes

IAEA reports Iran expanded 60% enriched uranium stockpile ahead of Israeli strikes, raising serious concerns over inspections and verification access.

Iran:

'US missile demands sabotage nuclear talks'

Iran says nuclear talks with the US remain possible, but missile restrictions demanded by Washington are obstructing progress, warns such conditions “negate any talks.”

China, Russia slam European push to restore Iran sanctions

China and Russia back Iran in rejecting a European bid to reimpose UN sanctions, calling the snapback move “legally flawed” amid failed nuclear talks and rising tensions over uranium enrichment.

Putin to meet Iran’s Pezeshkian amid sanctions showdown

Putin will meet Iran’s President in China following the E3’s announcement that it will reimpose sanctions on Iran over nuclear non-compliance.

After 'snapback':

Iran offers nuclear talks - if West shows goodwill

Iran’s Foreign Minister says Iran is ready to resume fair nuclear talks after the E3 moved to reimpose UN sanctions over alleged violations of the 2015 nuclear deal.

E3 triggers UN sanctions on Iran over nuclear deal violations

European powers trigger snapback mechanism ahead of October deadline, citing Iran's noncompliance with 2015 nuclear deal following US and Israeli airstrikes.

Satellite images reveal:

Iran rapidly cleaning up Israeli-targeted nuclear site

Iran is swiftly clearing a bombed nuclear site in Tehran, likely to erase evidence of weapons work, as satellite images show major demolition.

'Terrorism is in its DNA'

Crown Prince urges E3 to sanction Iran over nuclear threat

Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi calls on the UK, France, and Germany to reinstate snapback sanctions, warning that Iran’s regime is exploiting talks to advance its nuclear goals and evade international oversight.

Clock ticking:

Iran refuses to yield as sanctions deadline nears

As Iran and E3 representatives meet ahead of deadline for reinstating sanctions, a source tells Axios the Iranians "haven't put tangible detailed deliverables on the table."

Iran nuclear talks resume amid sanctions threat

Nuclear talks between Iran and Europe to resume on Tuesday, as the Europeans threaten sanctions over Iran’s uranium enrichment program.

Khamenei:

'Iran won’t obey US, nuclear standoff unsolvable'

Iran’s Supreme Leader declares Iran’s standoff with the US “unsolvable,” vowing defiance amid nuclear tensions and warning Tehran would never submit to American or Western pressure.

Report:

E3 Foreign Ministers' call with Iran hits brick wall

According to an Axios report, a phone call between the Foreign Ministers of Britain, France, and Germany and their Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi, failed to make any progress on the nuclear issue.

Iran's Foreign Minister:

'Not yet' time for nuclear talks with US

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says the time for "effective" nuclear talks with the US has not yet arrived, following a pause in negotiations after Israeli and US strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities.

Iran defiantly continues talks with IAEA after Israeli strikes

Iran says it will continue nuclear talks with the IAEA despite a recent Israeli-American bombing campaign that destroyed key sites.

Iranian MP:

'Our missiles can match nuclear destruction, reach US and Canada'

Iranian MP Abolfazl Zohrevand claims upgraded missiles can strike the US and cause nuclear-level damage, warns of an inevitable war unless Iran achieves full power and the US abandons global dominance.

Iran working with Russia, China to thwart Europe sanctions

Iran says it's working with Russia and China to block European efforts to reimpose sanctions tied to the 2015 nuclear deal.

Iran:

'Direct talks with US possible, but no zero enrichment'

Iran’s vice president says Tehran could hold direct nuclear talks with the US if conditions are equal. Tehran has so far rejected Washington’s demand to halt uranium enrichment.

E3:

'We’re ready to trigger snapback sanctions if Iran rejects talks'

France, Germany and the UK warn they will trigger UN sanctions if Iran fails to resume nuclear talks before the end of August.

No inspections planned

Iran to host IAEA official

The IAEA's deputy head will visit Iran Monday to ease tensions, but no inspections will occur. Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi reiterates that cooperation is contingent on new terms.

Trump issues threat to Iran:

'If they restart their nuclear program, we'll be back'

President Trump threatens Iran with a swift response if they restart their nuclear program, following US strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities in June.

Iran demands US compensation before nuclear talks can resume

Iran's Foreign Minister says Tehran won't resume nuclear talks unless the US compensates for damages from recent strikes. Demands include financial reparations and guarantees against future attacks.

Trump:

Gaza hunger crisis is ‘terrible,’ Hamas is stealing US food aid

President Trump says Iran’s nuclear program was “decimated” and lauds US pilots’ B-2 missions. On Gaza, he calls the situation “terrible,” noting $60 million in US aid hasn’t reached the people, blaming Hamas for diverting food and funds.

Satellite images reveal:

Renewed Iranian nuclear work at Isfahan and Fordow

Satellite images show Iran has reopened a blocked tunnel at its Isfahan nuclear complex, with signs of new construction at Fordow. Expert David Albright warns the regime may be preparing to quickly restore key underground nuclear capabilities.

Iran, European powers agree to continue nuclear talks

Iran says it will continue nuclear talks with European powers after "serious, frank, and detailed" discussions in Istanbul, the first since last month's bombings of Iran’s nuclear sites.

Iran threatens to quit NPT over snapback sanctions

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi threatens that Iran will leave the Non-Proliferation Treaty ahead of meeting with EU countries which have warned of the reimposition of snapback sanctions.

Iran threatens Gulf security if Europe moves on sanctions

Iranian lawmaker warns that the Islamic Republic could end regional security cooperation if European states trigger the UN snapback mechanism to reimpose sanctions.

Trump demands CNN apology over Iran nuclear strike report

President Trump calls on CNN to apologize after Iran’s foreign minister admitted US airstrikes caused “very severe” damage to its nuclear sites - contradicting CNN’s report that strikes had minimal impact.

Iranian FM:

'Enrichment is dear to us, no plans to stop'

Iran’s Foreign Minister says his country refuses to abandon uranium enrichment, calling it a matter of "national pride."

Iran, European powers to resume nuclear talks in Istanbul

Iran says it will hold nuclear talks with Britain, France, and Germany in Istanbul on Friday, amid rising tensions following US and Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear sites.

Europe warns Iran:

'Resume diplomacy or face sanctions'

France, Britain, and Germany issue a stern warning to Iran, demanding immediate resumption of nuclear diplomacy and threatening to reinstate UN sanctions by summer's end if "concrete progress" towards a nuclear deal isn't made.

Trump:

'I'm in no rush to talk to Iran'

US President Trump states he is "in no rush" to talk to Iran, despite their desire for discussions.

Europe gives Iran August deadline for 'snapback' sanctions

The EU is moving to reinstate UN sanctions on Iran with an August 29 deadline for nuclear progress. This action could trigger a full "snapback" of sanctions by October 15.

Iran: No new date for US nuclear negotiations

Iran delays nuclear talks with the US following Israeli and US strikes on its nuclear facilities. Foreign Ministry spokesman says "no specific date, time or location has been determined" for a meeting.

Israel warns:

Iran’s uranium potentially retrievable after US strikes

Israeli official says that the deeply buried enriched uranium at an Iranian nuclear facility may be retrievable, complicating assessments of US strike damage.

PM's office:

Netanyahu, US Defense Sec. discussed Iran, regional security

Netanyahu's office says the PM and Defense Secretary Hegseth discussed countering the Iranian threat, fostering regional security cooperation, and bolstering the strategic relationship between Israel and the US.

Tehran rejects Trump's claim of scheduled talks

Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson firmly denies a US claim of a meeting request, contradicting President Trump's assertion of scheduled talks.

UK warns Iran:

'Dramatic sanctions' if UN inspectors aren’t allowed

British Foreign Secretary David Lammy warns Iran of "dramatic sanctions" if it doesn't clarify its nuclear program and allow UN inspectors.

French intel chief:

Iran's nuclear program 'very, very delayed' by US-Israeli strikes

France's foreign intelligence chief, Nicolas Lerner, confirms US and Israeli strikes "very, very delayed" Iran's nuclear program by "various months," seriously affecting every stage from enrichment to warhead design.

Alma Research Center Analysis:

From war to a diplomatic solution for Iran?

The Iranian Nuclear Program in regional and global perspective.

Trump:

'Good chance' for deal with Hamas this week

President Trump anticipates a "good chance" of a deal with Hamas this week to release remaining hostages. He also plans to discuss a "permanent deal" with Iran with PM Netanyahu.

UN atomic agency pulls inspectors out of Iran amid threats

Departure follows Tehran's suspension of cooperation with UN atomic agency and rising threats against IAEA leadership.

Report:

US-Iran talks to resume next week in Norway

If confirmed, the Oslo meeting would mark the first direct US-Iranian nuclear talks since joint American-Israeli strikes targeted key Iranian nuclear sites.

Iran suspends IAEA access after US, Israeli strikes

Iran officially suspends cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog, a move the US calls "unacceptable." This follows a 12-day conflict with Israel and US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities.

Pentagon says Iran’s nuclear ambitions set back by two years

The US believes its recent airstrikes significantly set back Iran's nuclear program by up to two years, Pentagon spokesman says, adding key nuclear sites in Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan were “completely obliterated.”

Iran vows to seek compensation from US, Israel over attacks

Tehran accuses Washington and Jerusalem of violating its sovereignty and killing civilians during 12 days of war.

Report:

PM to ask for guarantee on US green light for future Iran strikes

Prime Minister Netanyahu is expected to ask President Trump for a formal US guarantee of approval for Israeli strikes on Iran if the Islamic Republic resumes its nuclear or missile programs.

EU demands Iran return to nuclear talks

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas urges Iran to immediately restart nuclear negotiations with the IAEA, warning against NPT withdrawal.

Stimulating revolt in the Iranian crazy state

Making a deal means trusting Iran, and trusting a crazy state to adhere to any agreement is itself a kind of craziness. The only thing to do is stimulate a revolt. Opinion.

Iran's FM:

'Don't hold your breath for quick US-Iran nuke talks'

Iranian FM Araghchi downplays immediate US nuclear talks, insists Iran needs security assurances and time.

Iran's ultimatum:

'US must halt attacks for dialogue'

Iran's deputy foreign minister Majid Takht-Ravanchi states the US must end all strikes for diplomatic talks to resume: "We do not want war. We want to engage in dialogue."

Iran’s UN envoy:

'Our nuclear enrichment will never stop'

Iran's UN envoy, Amir-Saeid Iravani, declares that Iran's nuclear enrichment "will never stop," calling it an "inalienable right." He affirms Tehran's readiness for talks but rejects "unconditional surrender".

Operation that surprised Iran:

Years of intelligence led to precise strike

Operation Rising Lion aimed to halt Iran's alarming progress toward nuclear weapons. Key scientists were eliminated simultaneously in their homes, striking at the heart of the development effort.

Watch

Iranian TV host declares: We'll enrich as we choose

Watch: In segment translated by MEMRI, Iranian TV host Amir-Hossein Tahmasebi announces Iran's new "nuclear ambiguity" policy, states Iran will enrich uranium as it chooses, retain all material, trade freely, and build facilities anywhere.

Report:

Isfahan strikes crippled Iran's nuke bomb production

New York Times reports that Israeli and American strikes on Isfahan have severely crippled Iran's ability to produce atomic bombs by destroying crucial metallization facilities. This process, essential for creating the explosive core of a nuclear weapon, is now a major bottleneck for Tehran's nuclear ambitions.

IAEA chief:

'Iran months away from uranium production despite strikes'

UN nuclear watchdog chief Rafael Grossi reveals that Iran could resume enriched uranium production "in a matter of months," despite extensive damage from recent US and Israeli strikes.

Iran's FM to Trump:

'Respect Khamenei if you’re serious about a deal'

Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi blasts Trump for disrespecting Supreme Leader Khamenei, demanding a change in tone for any nuclear deal. This follows Trump's earlier post criticizing Khamenei and revealing he halted sanctions relief.

Satellite images show:

Iran repairing Fordow nuclear site post-strikes

New satellite images from Maxar Technologies reveal Iran has initiated repair efforts at its Fordow nuclear facility, targeted last week by US airstrikes. Excavators and bulldozers are visible near bomb craters, suggesting immediate attempts to restore access and assess damage.

IDF chief: Iran no longer a nuclear threshold state

Following "Operation Rising Lion," Israel's IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir declares Iran is no longer a nuclear threshold state. Extensive damage to Iran's nuclear infrastructure and scientists will take years to repair.

Iran halts IAEA cooperation amid strike fallout

Following US and Israeli strikes on its nuclear facilities, Iran announces it has ceased cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog. Iran's Foreign Minister cites the IAEA's failure to condemn the attacks and its "regrettable role" in past issues as reasons.

Trump:

'I would absolutely consider bombing Iran nuclear sites again'

President Trump declares he'd "absolutely" consider bombing Iranian nuclear sites again if intelligence dictated, but adds he believes Iran is "exhausted" and not focused on nuclear pursuits.