Iran Deal

Israeli Officials: Iran Deal an 'Historic Mistake'

Israeli officials say new framework deal with Iran "will make the world far more dangerous." Lapid, Herzog and Livni speak out as well.

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.

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.

White House Denies Iran Backed Out of Agreement

Deputy White House spokesman denies Iran backed out of an agreement to ship nuclear material out of its country.

State Department: 50-50 Chance of Deal with Iran

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

Former CIA Director: Iran the New Nazi Germany

Former CIA chief James Woolsey notes Iran's expansionism is 'imperialist,' adds that Obama is sticking to deal to leave a legacy.

Netanyahu Says Looming Iran Nuclear Deal 'Worse Than Feared'

PM sounds alarm over imminent deal, hours after Iranian defector reveals US negotiating team just parroting Iranian demands.

Iran's Foreign Minister Remains Optimistic as Talks Continue

"I think we can make the necessary progress," says Mohammad Javad Zarif after meetings in Switzerland.

Nuclear deal close?

British Foreign Secretary Ready to Join Iran Talks

In the latest sign a nuclear deal is imminent, Britain’s Philip Hammond says he was ready to join the talks this weekend.

Diplomat: 'Significant Progress' Made in Iran Talks

Diplomat says that major powers and Iran have made significant progress in talks, but several key differences remain.

Officials: Iran May be Allowed to Run Centrifuges at Secret Site

Officials say the United States is considering letting Iran run hundreds of centrifuges at the underground Fordow facility.

Israel Ends Two-Day Anti-Iran Mission

Intelligence Minister Yuval Steinitz and other experts visit Paris, London in attempts to dissuade P5+1 from disastrous Iran deal.

Senate to Vote on Iran Sanctions Bill if No Deal is Reached

Senate Majority Leader says the Senate will vote on a bill to toughen sanctions on Iran if negotiators miss this month's deadline.

Iran Rejects Snap Inspections of its Nuclear Sites

Iranian official says an IAEA request for inspections of Iran's nuclear sites "hinders efforts" to reach a deal.

Cameron: The Alternatives to Iran Deal Are 'Not Attractive'

British Prime Minister David Cameron says it is better to reach a nuclear deal with Iran, but adds that should not happen at any price.

Saudi Minister: Don't Give Iran Deals it Doesn't Deserve

Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister warns against looming nuclear deal between Iran and West.

Rouhani and Kerry Say 'Progress' Made in Nuclear Talks

Iran's President says progress has been made in nuclear talks but some differences remain, as March 31 deadline looms.

Senators Agree to Delay Vote on Iran Deal Legislation

Foreign Relations Committee's vote on law forcing Obama to submit Iran deal for Congress approval postponed to April 14.

American Lawmakers Write Another Letter on Iran

Bipartisan letter, signed by 360 lawmakers, will remind Obama that sanctions relief on Iran requires new legislation from Congress.

Iran Plays Down Chances of Reaching Deal This Week

Iran's Foreign Minister says nuclear talks with the West will likely have to continue into next week.

US: Netanyahu Win to Have No Impact on Nuclear Talks

US State Department insists that Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu's re-election will not impede Iran nuclear talks in any way.

Iran: Israeli Elections 'All the Same to Us'

All of the 'Zionist regime' parties 'have an aggressive nature', Iran insists one day after elections.

Senators May Vote Next Week on Iran-Related Legislation

Senate Foreign Relations Committee may act as soon as next week on a bill allowing Congress to approve or reject Iran deal.

European Ministers Report Little Progress in Talks with Iran

European powers and Iran make little progress toward reaching an agreement as deadline looms.

Iran: Deal Possible if Americans Ignore the 'Zionists'

Iran's Vice President claims the Americans are influenced by the "Zionist lobbies", thus preventing a nuclear deal.

Senate Majority Leader Warns a 'Very Bad' Iran Deal is Close

Senator Mitch McConnell defends Republicans' letter to Iran, says Kerry meddled in Reagan's foreign policy, too.

Kerry: Deal with Iran Possible Within Days

Secretary of State says interim deal with Iran is possible if Tehran can show that its nuclear program is for peaceful purposes.

Obama Administration Expects UN to Approve Deal with Iran

State Department says UN would probably endorse final deal with Iran, denies talks on removing sanctions are taking place.

Official: Talks with Iran Have Made Progress but Issues Remain

Senior European diplomat says nuclear talks between Western powers and Iran have made progress, but some very difficult issues remain.

McCain Stands Behind Republican Letter to Iran

Senator John McCain says Republicans stand behind a letter to Iran's leaders despite an outpouring of criticism.

Senator Warns Obama: Don't Bypass Congress on Iran

Senator Bob Corker warns Obama against taking a nuclear deal with Iran to the UN Security Council while bypassing Congress.

Khamenei Says Americans Are 'Backstabbers'

Iran's Supreme Leader says Republican letter to Iran is a sign of the collapse of “political morality” in the United States.

Officials: World Powers Considering Lifting Iran Sanctions

Major world powers have quietly begun talks on a UN resolution to lift sanctions on Iran if a nuclear agreement is struck.

Kerry: Senators Won't be Able to Change Iran Agreement

Secretary of State claims lawmakers won't be able to change the terms of nuclear agreement with Iran because it won't be legally binding.

Petition: Charge Senators Who Wrote Iran with Treason

Petition to White House calls for charges of treason against 47 senators who warned Iran against a nuclear deal with Obama.

Clinton Blasts Republicans Who Wrote Letter to Iran

Former Secretary of State wonders if Republicans who warned Iran against a deal were trying to help Tehran.

Bennett: Iran are 'Liars'

Jewish Home chairman Naftali Bennett notes the notion of Iran talks succeeding is 'ridiculous' in Al-Jazeera interview.

Next Round of Iran Talks to Begin March 15

State Department announces that Kerry will travel to Switzerland next week and meet with his Iranian counterpart.

American Official: Iran Deal Would Last Longer than a Decade

Senior American official tells Israeli journalists that world powers are "not in a rush" to sign a deal with Iran.

Netanyahu: 'Right' Iran Deal Delays Nuclear Proliferation

Binyamin Netanyahu reiterates the evils of a deal with too many loopholes for Iran in first Cabinet address post-Congress.

Giuliani Attacks Obama's 'Reckless' Actions on Iran

Former New York City mayor says Washington must take a stronger stance against Iran.

Senate Majority Leader Agrees to Delay Vote on Iran Bill

Feeling the heat from Democrats, Sen. McConnell agrees to reverse course on a plan to move forward next week with a controversial Iran bill.

Zarif: We Might Accept a 10-Year Freeze on Our Nuclear Program

Iran's foreign minister suggests a 10-year moratorium on some aspects of his country's nuclear program might be acceptable to Tehran.

Democrats Oppose Fast Tracking of Iran Bill

Sponsors of bill requiring Obama to submit nuclear deal for approval will vote against it if brought to a vote before March 24.

Netanyahu: My Words Resonated with Congress Members

Prime Minister Netanyahu says his speech did indeed offer a new alternative to the emerging agreement with Iran.

Iran's Zarif: We're Very Close to a Deal

Iran's Foreign Minister says United States and Iran have nearly reached a nuclear deal, but there are still details left to be negotiated.

Senate to Debate Iran Legislation Despite Veto Threat

Senate to begin debate next week on bill that would require Obama to submit any final nuclear deal with Iran for Congress' approval.

Bennett on Fox: Iran Deal is an 'Unmitigated Disaster'

Jewish Home chairman warns that a nuclear Iran would not only endanger Israel but also New York, London and Paris.

Erdan: Herzog Doesn't Understand the Danger in the Iran Deal

Interior Minister blasts Herzog for his continued criticism of Prime Minister Netanyahu's speech, calls him to rise above politics.

Kerry and Zarif Launch New Round of Talks

Secretary of State John Kerry and Iranian Foreign Minister meet in Switzerland as efforts continue to finalize nuclear deal.

Susan Rice: A Bad Deal is Worse Than No Deal

National Security Adviser tells AIPAC that Obama is committed to Israel's security and will not agree to a bad deal with Iran.

Obama: Disagreement with Netanyahu Won't Destroy Ties

President Obama says the disagreement with Israel about Iran won't be permanently destructive" to relations between the countries.

White House: Netanyahu Speech Won't Complicate Iran Talks

White House spokesman Josh Earnest says Netanyahu's Congress speech "shouldn't" complicate Iran-West talks.

Rouhani's Adviser: Netanyahu's Speech will Benefit Iran

Senior adviser to Iran's president predicts that Netanyahu "warrior discourse" will ultimately strengthen Iran.

Netanyahu to Unveil Details of Iran Agreement During Speech

Member of Netanyahu's entourage says he will unveil some details of the agreement with Iran during his Congress speech.

Republican Senator: Obama Doesn't Support Israel Enough

Senator Marco Rubio says Obama wants a deal with Iran to be the hallmark of his second term.

New Bipartisan Legislation Challenges Obama on Iran Deal

Bipartisan group of senators unveil legislation that would require a congressional review of any deal made with Iran.

White House: Netanyahu Visit Won't Affect Iran Talks

White House spokesman downplays notion that Netanyahu speech will affect Iran talks, adds the Israeli PM is only offering military action.