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US scientists to announce major breakthrough in nuclear fusion

American researchers succeed for first time in producing nuclear fusion reaction creating net gain of energy.

US scientists to announce major breakthrough in nuclear fusion

UN demands end to shelling of Ukraine nuclear power plant

Europe's largest nuclear plant under renewed fire, with Ukraine and Russia blaming each other for the shelling.

UN demands end to shelling of Ukraine nuclear power plant

Construction of Egypt's new nuclear plant begins

Construction of nuclear plant by Russia’s state-owned energy corporation begins on Egypt's north coast.

Construction of Egypt's new nuclear plant begins

Russian jets that violated Swedish airspace had nuclear warheads

Act seen as deliberate threat by Russia to prevent Sweden from joining NATO.

Russian jets that violated Swedish airspace had nuclear warheads

Dangerous motives? Russia takes over Ukraine's nuclear plants

Russia's bombing of Ukraine's nuclear facilities raises questions about its intentions with memories of Chernobyl close to home.

Dangerous motives? Russia takes over Ukraine's nuclear plants

$4 M NIH grant awarded to Bar-Ilan U researcher and colleagues

Prof. Yaron Shav-Tal and colleagues from US will work to shed light on nuclear dynamics and their impact on the biology of gene regulation.

$4 M NIH grant awarded to Bar-Ilan U researcher and colleagues

Analyst: Iran explosions are likely 'covert espionage campaign'

Retired US General Jack Keane: Israel conducting successful strategy against Iranian nuclear program, "and they may not be finished yet."

Analyst: Iran explosions are likely 'covert espionage campaign'

Russia deploys nuclear-capable hypersonic Avangard missile

Russia claims that its hypersonic missile can travel at 27 times the speed of sound to anywhere in the world and cannot be intercepted.

Russia deploys nuclear-capable hypersonic Avangard missile

Gantz: Europe also understands danger of Iran

Blue and White Chairman calls to translate letter of warning against Iranian missiles sent by French, German, and UK ambassadors to UN.

Gantz: Europe also understands danger of Iran

What does Iran's increased nuclear activity mean?

Iran promised to begin rebuilding country's nuclear R&D and centrifuges as part of rollback on JCPOA commitments. What does it mean?

What does Iran's increased nuclear activity mean?

Russia: Radiation levels rose by up to 16 times after accident

Radiation levels spiked during half-hour following nuclear explosion, despite initial reports as being 'normal,' reports say.

Russia: Radiation levels rose by up to 16 times after accident

IAEA concerns about Iran nuclear deal and American pressure

IAEA's chief has expressed concern over Iran nuclear deal, American pressure, and increase in speed of enrichment of uranium in Iran.

IAEA concerns about Iran nuclear deal and American pressure

US approves applications to sell nuclear tech to Saudi Arabia

Energy Secretary Rick Perry says six applications for US companies to sell nuclear power technology and assistance to Saudis approved.

US approves applications to sell nuclear tech to Saudi Arabia

North Korea says it won't denuclearize without trust in US

Asia analyst Gordon Chang says North Korea speech at UN shows no real progress; insight on 'America's News HQ.'

North Korea says it won't denuclearize without trust in US

Report: Trump committed to not pressuring Israel over nukes

President Trump reportedly signed letter obligating White House not to press Israel to dismantle its nuclear arsenal.

Report: Trump committed to not pressuring Israel over nukes

Zarif to Netanyahu: 'Boy who can't stop crying wolf at it again'

Hour before PMs planned speech Iranian FM attacks: 'You can only fool some of the people so many times.'

Zarif to Netanyahu: 'Boy who can't stop crying wolf at it again'

New director for Negev's Nuclear Research Center

PM Netanyahu attends induction ceremony for new nuclear research center director.

New director for Negev's Nuclear Research Center

Does American arms buildup increase the odds of a nuclear war?

President Trump made it clear this week that the United States would strengthen its nuclear arsenal.

Does American arms buildup increase the odds of a nuclear war?

Watch: Newly released nuclear test videos are declassified

From 1945-1962 the US has conducted at least 210 nuclear bomb tests.

Watch: Newly released nuclear test videos are declassified

Trump calls for U.S. to expand its nuclear capability

President-elect tweets a call for the United States to "greatly strengthen and expand its nuclear capability".

Trump calls for U.S. to expand its nuclear capability

Deadly nuclear material stolen from Iran nuclear plant

A device containing Iridium-192 has been reported stolen from Iran’s Bushehr nuclear power plant, could be used to construct a dirty bomb.

Deadly nuclear material stolen from Iran nuclear plant

German Vice Chancellor Rejects Criticism of Iran Visit

German’s Vice Chancellor Sigmar Gabriel rejects criticism from Jewish groups and the opposition of his visit to Iran.

German Vice Chancellor Rejects Criticism of Iran Visit

Will Egypt Go for its Own Nuclear Weapon?

Expert says Egypt distancing from US, explains what the move means for nuclear proliferation in the Middle East.

Will Egypt Go for its Own Nuclear Weapon?

Former Ambassador: US May 'Go Easy' on Iranian Violations

Former Israeli ambassador Zalman Shoval fears that the US might 'go easy' on Iran for violations of the nuclear deal.

Former Ambassador: US May 'Go Easy' on Iranian Violations

Dempsey: 'More and Better' Options Available on Iran

The U.S. has more resources to militarily deal with Iran's nuclear program now, said U.S. Joint Chiefs Chairman General Martin Dempsey.

Dempsey: 'More and Better' Options Available on Iran

Barak: Iran Ought to be Listening to Us for Its Own Good

In an interview with CNN,Ehud Barak said that Israel “meant what it said” on preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons

Barak: Iran Ought to be Listening to Us for Its Own Good

Iran Seeks Direct Nuclear Talks With U.S., Report Says

Iran wants to open direct talks with Washington on nuclear issues, a report in the New York Times said Friday

Iran Seeks Direct Nuclear Talks With U.S., Report Says

UN Nuclear Chief: Talks With Iran 'Going Around in Circles'

Talks with Iran over its nuclear program are “going around in circles,” said Yukiya Amano, director general of the IAEA.

UN Nuclear Chief: Talks With Iran 'Going Around in Circles'

N. Korea Preparing Fourth Nuclear Test: South

North Korea appears to be preparing a fourth nuclear test as well as a provocative missile launch, South Korea said on Monday.

N. Korea Preparing Fourth Nuclear Test: South

North Korea Crisis Could Spiral Out of Control: Ban

UN chief Ban Ki-moon warns Korean peninsula crisis could spiral out of control, after North Korea announced it would restart nuclear reactor

North Korea Crisis Could Spiral Out of Control: Ban

North Korea Raises Nuclear Threat Level Against US, S. Korea

North Korea raised the nuclear threat level against the United States on Wednesday, warning it could launch a pre-emptive attack.

North Korea Raises Nuclear Threat Level Against US, S. Korea

Intelligence: North Korea ‘Serious Threat’ to US, Asian Allies

North Korean nuclear and military activities pose a ‘serious threat’ to the United States and its Asian allies, says US intelligence.

Intelligence: North Korea ‘Serious Threat’ to US, Asian Allies

North Korea Escalates Anti-US Nuclear Threat

North Korean is raising the level of its anti-American rhetoric, threatening to cancel a decades-old armistice and launch a nuclear strike.

North Korea Escalates Anti-US Nuclear Threat

N. Korea Threatens Nuke Attack on Mainland USA

North Korea is threatening the US, claiming it has long-range missiles with atomic warheads capable of reaching the American mainland.

N. Korea Threatens Nuke Attack on Mainland USA

'Burning Barack Obama' in North Korea Nuclear Threat Video

A new propaganda video posted by North Korea threatens America and US Pres. Barack Obama with flaming destruction by a nuclear bomb.

'Burning Barack Obama' in North Korea Nuclear Threat Video

‘No Deal’ Between IAEA and Iran

The IAEA has failed to reach a deal with Iran on halting – or even slowing down – the country’s nuclear development activities.

‘No Deal’ Between IAEA and Iran

New South Korean Missile Aimed at North Korean Leadership?

South Korean officials have announced the deployment of a new missile they said could strike the office of North Korea’s leadership.

New South Korean Missile Aimed at North Korean Leadership?

North Korea Confirms Third Nuclear Test

North Korea conducted its most powerful nuclear test to date, in a striking act of defiance that drew condemnations from around the globe.

North Korea Confirms Third Nuclear Test

Israeli Source Confirms Iran’s Fordow Nuclear Plant Exploded

Israeli intelligence source confirms underground nuclear facility sustained major damage in a “mega explosion” last week.

Israeli Source Confirms Iran’s Fordow Nuclear Plant Exploded

Japan Shuts Down All Nuclear Reactors A Second Time

Japan is shutting down its nuclear reactors for the second year in a row for reasons connected to “safety standards.”

Japan Shuts Down All Nuclear Reactors A Second Time

North Korea Announces Third Nuclear Missile Test Launch

As Japan prepares to shut down all of its nuclear reactors, North Korea announces it will soon launch a third nuclear missile test.

North Korea Announces Third Nuclear Missile Test Launch

'Empty' Worries Over Nuclear War in Southeast Asia

Residents of Kashmir have been warned to prepare for a possible nuclear war, but a local official dismissed the advisory as "routine."

'Empty' Worries Over Nuclear War in Southeast Asia

Syria’s Chemical Arms Match Israel’s Nuclear Arsenal: General

The chemical weapons arsenal of the Syrian regime is a match for Israel’s alleged nuclear arsenal, said defected general.

Syria’s Chemical Arms Match Israel’s Nuclear Arsenal: General

Pakistan Claims it Test-Fired Nuclear Capable Ballistic Missile

Pakistan on Wednesday said it has successfully test-fired a medium-range ballistic missile capable of carrying a nuclear warhead.

Pakistan Claims it Test-Fired Nuclear Capable Ballistic Missile

5 Nuke Plants in Trouble From Hurricane Sandy

Hurricane Sandy brought trouble to 5 nuclear power plants in the path of the storm, one just 40 miles from New York City, ABC News reported.

5 Nuke Plants in Trouble From Hurricane Sandy

Inspectors Check Nuke Power Plants Ahead of Hurricane Sandy

Extra inspectors double check nuclear plants in 5 states along the East Coast as Hurricane Sandy powers up. A7 readers, send pics!

Inspectors Check Nuke Power Plants Ahead of Hurricane Sandy

Iran Adds More Centrifuges at Fordow

Iran has added more uranium enrichment centrifuges at its underground Fordow nuclear plant, diplomats report.

Iran Adds More Centrifuges at Fordow

Iranian Economy Hit by Sanctions

While Iran is two to four weeks away from developing an atomic weapon, the jobs economy and currency are beginning to plummet.

Iranian Economy Hit by Sanctions

Israel Opts Out of Nuclear-Free Mideast Summit

Israel has decided to opt out of a conference on the creation of a nuclear-free Middle East scheduled to take place in Finland.

Israel Opts Out of Nuclear-Free Mideast Summit

Iran: We Lie to International Inspectors on Our Nuke Program

The West has long suspected Iran of misleading it over its nuclear program – and now a top Iranian official has admitted as much

Iran: We Lie to International Inspectors on Our Nuke Program

Israeli EMP Attack Could Throw Iran 'Back to Stone Age'

Israel might attack Iran by using electromagnetic pulses (EMP) which could send the Islamic Republic “back to the Stone Age.”

Israeli EMP Attack Could Throw Iran 'Back to Stone Age'

Martin Indyk: US Expected Israel Attack on Iran Last Spring

Israel sent off signals that it would attack Iran, but didn't, said the former US Ambassador to Israel.

Martin Indyk: US Expected Israel Attack on Iran Last Spring

Report: Peres Working Against Iran Attack Idea

Shimon Peres appears to be leading a coalition of officials who oppose Israeli action against Iran's nuclear program, a report said

Report: Peres Working Against Iran Attack Idea

11,000 Centrifuges in Iran Enriching Uranium, Ahmadinejad Says

Iran now has 11,000 centrifuges enriching uranium, President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad says.

11,000 Centrifuges in Iran Enriching Uranium, Ahmadinejad Says

US Exempts Turkey, India, S. Korea From Sanctions Over Iran

The US has exempted seven countries from economic sanctions in return for significantly cutting imports of Iranian oil.

US Exempts Turkey, India, S. Korea From Sanctions Over Iran

US-Based 'Georgia Power' Interested in Turkey's Nuclear Plant

U.S.-based Georgia Power is interested in joining Turkey’s nuclear power plant project, its CEO Paul Bowers announced.

US-Based 'Georgia Power' Interested in Turkey's Nuclear Plant

Obama’s ‘Sanctions Czar’ in Israel, Says More Needs to be Done

David Cohen, President Obama’s point man on sanctions, told Army Radio Monday sanctions against Iran are “biting” but not enough.

Obama’s ‘Sanctions Czar’ in Israel, Says More Needs to be Done

Turkey, Too, Has Nuclear Ambitions

Turkey’s first particle accelerator facility which PM Erdogan claims is intended to diminish dependence on external markets opened yesterday

Turkey, Too, Has Nuclear Ambitions

Germany Goes Green, Plans to Abandon Nuclear Power

Europe's healthiest economy is planning to invest a huge sum in clean, renewable energy -- and is walking away from nuclear power.

Germany Goes Green, Plans to Abandon Nuclear Power

Suspected Iranian Nuke Test Site Identified

An Iranian building suspected as a test site for nuclear explosions has been identified through satellite imagery by a Washington think tank

Suspected Iranian Nuke Test Site Identified