Iranian Nuclear Program

Iran's Ahmadinejad returning to politics?

Iranian hardliner's sudden return to public eye fuels rumors of new presidential bid.

Former sanctions officer slams Obama's 'mixed messages' on Iran

Banker who previously enforced US sanctions on Islamic Republic criticizes White House for encouraging some banks to trade with Iran.

Cruz: Boost Israeli aid against the Iranian menace

In a strong op-ed, former presidential candidate demands Obama reverse 'failure' and fully fund Jewish state's defense for Iranian missiles.

'Stalin could have used Obama's propagandist'

Responding to Ben Rhodes' admission of misleading the public on Iran nuclear deal, senior officer dissects the 'Chief Propagandist.'

Iran tests 'pinpoint' missiles capable of reaching Israel

In latest breach of international sanctions, Iran test-fires what it says is a new kind of ballistic missile.

Obama adviser admits public was 'misled' on Iran nuclear talks

Ben Rhodes admits the dealings behind the nuclear agreement between Iran and West were not exactly as presented to the public.

Dershowitz: Obama a hypocrite, should apologize to Netanyahu

POTUS defends pushing Britain to stay in EU - but he snubbed Netanyahu for opposing the Iran Deal.

No dollars for Ayatollahs, urge American lawmakers

American lawmakers introduce bill prohibiting President Obama from providing Iran direct or indirect access to the financial system.

United States to buy heavy water from Iran

Republicans outraged following announcement that the Obama administration is buying 32 metric tons of Iranian heavy water.

EU businesses 'held hostage' by US over business with Iran

EU business owners reluctant to make deals with Iran due to the threat of repercussions from the US, officials claim.

Obama promises vigilance when it comes to Iran

During a visit to Saudi Arabia, Obama pledges to remain vigilant against Iran’s destabilizing activities in the Middle East.

Iranian FM uses Holocaust to justify nuclear program

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif uses the phrase "never again" in justifying his country’s nuclear program.

Kerry and Zarif to discuss nuclear deal implementation

Secretary of State will meet Iran's Foreign Minister amid Iranian complaints that it is not getting the sanctions relief it deserves.

UK military expert: Israel must strike Iran - on its own

Col. Richard Kemp warns Europe is in a 'downward spiral,' calls upon Israel to strike Iran's nuclear facilities.

Iran blocks Congressmen from nuclear inspections

Leading US lawmakers protest how Tehran is not letting them in to visit prisoners and inspect, even as top Iranians visit Washington.

Top Iranian general: Iran preparing for all-out war with the US

America 'won't do a damn thing' to stop Iranian advances, Revolutionary Guards commander boasts.

Cong. Meng demands answers on financial relief for Iran

U.S. Rep. Grace Meng asks Kerry to clarify whether reports that Iran will be allowed to use American dollars are true.

Obama: Iran agreement 'a substantial success'

President Barack Obama says Iran has made real progress on living up to its obligations in nuclear deal.

Interview

Deal or no deal, Congress can still lead the fight against Iran

Congressman Lee Zeldin warns Iran agreement was never actually signed - so it's up to Congress to offset Obama's naive detente with Tehran.

Khamenei: The Americans aren't fulfilling the nuclear deal

Iran’s Supreme Leader blasts the United States for imposing new sanctions over his country's ballistic missile tests.

IAEA: Iran briefly violated terms of nuclear deal

UN nuclear watchdog says Iran briefly exceeded the amount of heavy water it is allowed to have under deal with West.

Netanyahu: Nuclear deal enabled Iran to pay terrorists' families

Israeli PM says new package offering tens of thousands of dollars to terrorists' families made possible by western sanctions relief.

Kerry cites IDF Chief of Staff in defending Iran nuclear deal

Secretary of State quotes comments by Eizenkot in backing his claim that the Iran deal has improved Israel's security.

Iranian ICBM nuke?

Iran space launch to prep long-range nuclear missiles

US intel officials warn Tehran's upcoming test of space vehicle this month breaches UN nuclear sanctions, paves way to nuclear weapon.

Revealed: America's cyber strike plan on Iran

NYT report uncovers Nitro Zeus cyberattack plan meant to disable Iran if nuclear diplomacy failed, along with Fordo cyber assault.

Power: Iran complying with nuclear deal but remains a threat

Speaking in Israel, Ambassador Samantha Power says Iran is still helping fuel conflict in the region and thus remains a threat.

Iran exports crude oil to Europe

Iran announces shipment of crude oil to Europe, the first such shipment since nuclear deal was implemented.

American official 'unsure' where Iran's uranium was stored

State Department official says Washington doesn't know the precise location of the uranium Iran shipped out to Russia.

Expert: Deal delays Iran nuclear bomb by 10-15 years

Head of defense think tank says the nuclear deal with world powers delays Iran acquisition of a bomb by a decade or more.

Iran hails ally Russia for pushing nuclear deal through

Iranian nuclear chief reveals if it wasn't for Moscow, controversial nuclear deal never would have been completed.

Canada to begin lifting sanctions on Iran

In a shift of policy from the past, Canada’s Liberal-led government to begin to lift some of the sanctions on Iran.

French Jewish MP urges caution with regards to Iran

Meir Habib calls on France to condition strengthening of ties with Iran on a change of policy in the Islamic Republic.

Watch: Coughing fit silences Clinton's promise to stop Iran

Clinton's promise to stop a nuclear Iran turns into a hoarse whisper at Jewish Federation. Barking cough worse than her bite?

Khamenei gloats over capture of US sailors, meets captors

Same day Iran says it may reinstate flights to the US, Supreme Leader meets those who kidnapped sailors and praises 'act of God.'

'Uneasy' Kerry in Riyadh to assure gulf allies over Iran

US Secretary of State meets Saudi King, Crown Prince, in an effort to reassure Sunni Arab allies following warming of ties with Iran.

Senior 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.

A good deal?

Watch: Kerry admits Iran sanctions windfall will go to terror

After Tehran gets $150 billion, Kerry acknowledges it will go to entities 'labeled terrorists,' says it 'can't be prevented.'

Netanyahu calls for more US aid against strengthened Iran

At World Economic Forum, PM makes case for expanding military aid, which 'pales in comparison to enormous funds Iran gets.'

Is North Korea testing Iran's nuclear device?

Saudis not ruling out nuclear bomb in response to Iran

Saudi Foreign Minister says his country will do whatever it needs to protect its people if Iran develops a nuclear bomb.

Khamenei hails lifting of sanctions, warns of US 'deceit'

Iranian Supreme Leader congratulates President Hassan Rouhani following lifting of sanctions over weekend, attacks US critics.

UN removes Iranian bank from sanctions list

Security Council cancels sanctions that were imposed on Iranian bank Sepah in 2007.

Rouhani: Only the 'Zionists' are against the nuclear deal

Iran’s President hails the lifting of the sanctions on his country, lashes out at opponents of the deal - including Israel.

Obama glows as Iran nuclear sanctions are lifted

Obama says 'this is a good day' as sanctions drop on Iran, same day US imposes new sanctions on Iranian missile program.

PM responds to lifting of Iran sanctions with subtle warning

Israel 'ready to face any threat' and will not allow Iran to gain nuclear weapons, no matter what, Netanyahu says.

Danon: Iran is still striving for nuclear weapons

Israel's UN ambassador warns world not to be blinded by IAEA's positive report on Iran.

AIPAC: This is a 'dangerous moment' for America

Pro-Israel lobby warns against implementation of the nuclear deal with Iran.

Netanyahu: We will warn of any Iranian violations of deal

As sanctions on Iran are lifted, PM Netanyahu warns the Islamic Republic is still seeking nuclear weapons.

IAEA green lights Iran sanctions relief

International Atomic Energy Agency says Iran has fulfilled obligations under nuclear deal, paving the way for billions in sanctions relief.

White House: We're not yet ready to lift sanctions on Iran

White House says Iran's compliance with the nuclear deal has not yet been verified.

State Department: Concrete poured into Arak nuclear reactor

State Department confirms that concrete has been poured into the core of Iran's heavy water nuclear reactor.

Watch: Iran's embarrassing interview of captive US navy captain

In apparently pre-rehearsed video interview, captain of US navy crew detained by Iran 'thanks' regime for 'fantastic' treatment.

House approves greater oversight of Iran deal

Republican-backed legislation would give Congress greater oversight of Iran deal. White House threatens veto.

Kerry confirms Iran removed core vessel of Arak reactor

Secretary of State says nuclear deal will be implemented within days now that Iran has removed the core of its heavy water reactor.

Iran demands US 'apologize' after 10 sailors taken captive

Iranian foreign minister reportedly demanded Washington apologize for US sailors accidentally straying into its waters.

Iran removes core of Arak reactor

Iran says it removed the core of its heavy-water nuclear reactor and filled it with cement as part of deal with the West.

Democrat slams own party over Iran missile breaches

After Iran breaches sanctions with ballistic tests, unveils underground 'missile towns,' NY Assemblyman demands action.

Kerry: Iran deal 'days away' from implementation

Secretary of State says Iran is expected to live up to its promises as part of deal with the West.

New Mossad chief: Iran is still a significant threat

Incoming Mossad chief Yossi Cohen says a nuclear Iran is still a threat, even with a deal in place.

White House: Iran will finish work for nuclear deal within weeks

White House deputy national security adviser says Iran is expected to finish the work it needs to trigger implementation of deal soon.