Iran Nuclear Talks

'Worst deal ever'

Trump: New Iran deal will be 'far better' than Obama’s

President Trump says a new Iran deal would surpass the JCPOA, block nuclear weapons, and guarantee security as Pakistan talks remain on track.

Iran-US meeting ends, Omani FM claims 'significant progress'

Oman reports progress after Geneva talks as US and Iran prepare for consultations and technical discussions in Vienna next week.

Iran Is playing for time - History will judge this moment

Every adversary calculating the limits of Western resolve is watching. Russia and China are watching for fractures. The Middle East is watching for deterrence. And Tehran is watching for the blink. Opinion.

Before returning to Israel

Netanyahu: Doubtful about a deal with Iran

Netanyahu calls meeting with President Trump 'excellent,' says any deal with Iran must include ballistic missile threat and proxies.

Trump's strategic mistake in his otherwise strong presidency

Trump seems to assume Muslim leaders behave like rational cost-benefit actors. That assumption is his central mistake. He seems to have made that mistake with Iran and al-Jolani, tragically sacrificing the Iranian protestors and the Kurds. Opinion.

February 14: A nation speaks across borders

The regime has survived by waiting for attention to fade. A coordinated global mobilization on February 14, urging Iranians to gather in Los Angeles, Toronto, and Munich, aims to keep the memory of the atrocities alive. Opinion.

Report:

US and Iran to resume nuclear talks on Friday

Planned Istanbul talks mark first direct US-Iran contact since last June's conflict, amid regional diplomacy and ongoing pressure for a nuclear deal.

Did the pressure work?

Iranian FM says he's ready to resume nuclear talks

Iranian foreign minister says Tehran is open to nuclear talks with the US but demands an end to military threats as mediators work on a framework.

Witkoff to hold new round of talks with Iran amid tensions

The US envoy is expected to arrive in Oman next week to participate in the sixth round of nuclear talks between the US and Iran, even as the US prepapres to evacuate nonessential personal for its Baghdad embassy.

Trump:

Iran is becoming much more aggressive in nuclear talks

President Trump warned that Iran is becoming more aggressive in nuclear talks. The commander of Central Command presented options for military action if the negotiations fail.

Trump reveals:

Russia may aid in resolving Iran nuclear issue

US President says Putin agrees Iran must not obtain nuclear weapons; warns Tehran is stalling as time runs short.

DeSantis warns nuclear talks with Iran are 'hazardous'

Florida Governor voices deep skepticism of the Trump administration's talks with Iran on the regime's nuclear weapons program and says the regime cannot be trusted.

Iran joins fifth round of nuclear talks 'to gauge US position'

Fifth round of US-Iran nuclear negotiations opens in Rome with Tehran signaling low expectations and Washington holding firm on enrichment ban.

Report:

Iran questions US nuclear talks timetable, suggests interim deal

Indirect negotiations in Rome reveal concerns over technical timelines as the US pushes for a comprehensive agreement.

No more Russian 'cover?' Iran-backed militias to leave Syria

With Russia transferring its ground-to-air system out of the country and nuclear talks at a standstill, Iran may have nothing to lose.

Watch: Talks to resume as Iran accelerates nuclear enrichment

Despite Iran's own claims that the nuclear program is moving ahead at 'full blast', nuclear talks in Vienna are about to resume.

Report: Mossad interrogated senior IRGC members in Iran

While the nuclear deal with Iran appears closer than ever before, the Mossad seems to be operating freely within Iranian territory.

Iran’s new nuclear talk demands ‘alarming’

US Special Envoy for Iran describes country's new list of demands at recent talks as a non-starter.

Secret talks on Iran:

'Biden administration doesn't have a Plan B'

Iran advisors came away from a 'secret meeting' with the Biden administration with the understanding that there is no other plan of action.

Iran attacks:

US imposes fresh sanctions on Iran- 'leverage for negotiations'

Experts are questioning whether sanctions imposed on an arms dealer following the recent attacks aren't just leverage for nuclear talks.

Iran nuclear talks paused, external factors blamed

Ongoing Vienna talks between Western powers and Iran over its nuclear program have been paused, with the EU blaming external factors.

U.S. to maintain Russian sanctions amid Iran talks

Despite Iran's alleged insistence on cancelling Russia sanctions, the talks are continuing in Vienna.

Bennett to German FM:

'You must give Iran a deadline for nuclear deal'

German Foreign Minister says Iran nuclear talks in Vienna are 'entering final phase,' but Israeli PM warns against return to 2015 deal.

Bennett could have insisted UNESCO cancel lies on holy sites

Israel thinks it can affect the nuclear talks by giving in to US on everything, like rejoining UNESCO. Not so. We need a deadline. Op-ed.

110 Republicans urge Biden to quit Iran nuclear talks

Republicans urge Biden administration to end nuclear talks with Iran, citing Iran's stalling tactics while it further enriches uranium.

US to tighten enforcement of Iran sanctions

As nuclear talks stall again, US delegation to visit UAE to warn banks to comply with Iran sanctions.

Netanyahu: Iran, terrorists see weakness of Israel's government

Opposition leader tells Likud faction meeting Israel must be prepared to act alone to attack Iranian nuclear program,

Sec. of State Blinken not optimistic about Iran nuclear talks

US Secretary of State speaks of resumed nuclear talks in Vienna, says Iran still has a chance to turn things around.

Why is Iran returning to the negotiating table?

The answer is simple: The 2015 nuclear deal is good for Iran. Israel must prepare for the possibility it will have to defend itself. Op-ed.

Nuclear talks with Iran to resume on November 29

Iran finally gives specific date for the resumption on negotiations with western powers in Vienna over country's nuclear program.

Britain urges Iran to return to nuclear talks

British Foreign Minister meets Iranian counterpart, urges him to return rapidly to nuclear negotiations in Vienna.

'Iran holds the keys to nuclear talks'

Former Israeli ambassador to France offers his insight into the talks between IAEA and Islamic Regime.

White House: Fully prepared to continue Iran talks

White House spokesperson Jen Psaki says Biden administration 'fully prepared' to return to nuclear talks despite Iran's recent attacks.

Iran's new president vows more talks, harsher stance on Israel

Hardline cleric Ebrahim Raisi promised Iran would work to get rid of "tyrannical" sanctions imposed by the United States.

Europe Reaped Profits in Iran While 21 Israeli Jews were being Killed

Obama: I'll Walk Away from a Bad Deal

'There's still some hard negotiations left to take place,' says US president, after talks are extended to July 7.

Fake Iran Deal a Cover-up for Obama's Shallow Legacy

Switzerland Confirms Investigation into Spying on Iran Talks

Swiss Attorney General says multiple premises searched in relation to investigation into allegations of hacking of Iran nuclear talks.

Russia Worried About Stalled Iran Talks

Russia says slowdown in progress in nuclear talks between Iran and six major powers is "very worrying".

Iran Talks 'Virtually Stalled', Says Diplomat

Diplomat tell Russian news agency that nuclear talks are stuck and June 30 deadline may have to be postponed yet again.

Iran Nuclear Talks to Resume May 12

EU, Iran announce that talks to reach a final agreement will resume next week in Vienna.

Middle East Security

France Says it Wanted a Better Deal

French FM says he originally rejected the deal but then Iran threatened to walk; report shows Obama gave up on original goal of the talks.

Netanyahu Holding Security Consultations After Iran Deal

Senior security officials to convene after announcement of Iran nuclear deal.

Bennett: Iran Has Received an Official Kosher Stamp

Jewish Home head says: 'deal or no deal, Israel will do what is needed to protect itself and its citizens.'

Obama to give announcement

Iran, World Powers Announce 'Framework' Nuclear Deal

Two-thirds of Iran's centrifuges will reportedly be scuttled. There will be no fissile material at Fordo. Arak plant will be redesigned.

Iranian Defense Minister: We're Ready for War with America

US Defense Secretary Carter 'has Alzheimer's,' says Iranian defense head, in forgetting US 'failures' and warning of military option.

Steinitz: If We Have No Choice, We Will Attack Iran

Intelligence Minister Yuval Steinitz said Thursday that military action against Iran is an option if all else fails.

Zarif Urges West to 'Seize the Moment' and Reach an Agreement

Iran's foreign minister urges Western powers to drop their "excessive demands" of his country.

Iran Talks Extended Yet Again

Western powers extend talks in Switzerland for a second day beyond March 31 deadline.

Rivlin Meets Bipartisan US Delegation

Congressional delegation expresses US support for Israel during Iran talks.

Senator Urges US to 'Walk Away' from Iran Talks

Republican Tom Cotton calls for new sanctions to stop 'negotiating out of weakness,' says talk extension shows Iran is 'calling the shots.'

Lavrov Claims Agreement with Iran Reached

Russian Foreign Minister says Iran and six world powers have reached a "preliminary agreement". Diplomats: That's not true.

Dichter: Very Good Reasons to be Concerned Over Iran Deal

Likud MK warns that impending agreement will allow Iran to be a nuclear threshold state, and Israel must prepare for that.

Confirmed: Iran Nuclear Talks Extended by One Day

United States confirms that nuclear talks with Iran and will continue beyond the self-imposed Tuesday night deadline.

Desperate for a deal?

US Willing to Work Past Iran Nuclear Deal Deadline

State Dept. says it will push into Wednesday to try and seal a deal, but will leave talks before June deadline if they go nowhere.

Iran Nuke Talks May End with Statement Instead of Accord

Morning session of Lausanne talks between Iran, P5+1, ended after just 35 minutes without results. Deadline for talks just hours away.

State Department: 50-50 Chance of Deal with Iran

As deadline for nuclear deal approaches, the United States remains unoptimistic.

'The US Will Let Iran Spread Terror and Go Nuclear'

Senior security source estimates deal by tomorrow, with America 'ignoring' Iranian terror sponsorship and nuclear proliferation.

Iranian Negotiator: We Won't Move Our Uranium Abroad

Iran’s chief negotiator says a nuclear deal with world powers is "doable", insists Iran would refuse to send out its nuclear stocks abroad.