Iranian Nuclear Program

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With Just Two Days to Go, US, Iran Hold Last-Ditch Nuclear Talks

US Sec. of State John Kerry meets Iranian FM in Vienna, as June 30 deadline for final deal looms; French FM pessimistic.

PM Blasts West for Ignoring Iran's Human Rights Violations

Netanyahu urges P5+1 not to rush to sign a bad deal with Iran, condemns world powers for pushing human rights record, red lines aside.

France Sets Three Conditions for Deal with Iran

French Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius sets three “indispensable” conditions for a nuclear deal which he says Iran hasn't yet met.

Kerry Arrives in Vienna as Deadline for Nuclear Deal Approaches

Secretary of State John Kerry to meet Iranian counterpart in Vienna amid reports that nuclear talks remain stalled.

Diplomat: Major Differences with Iran Remain

With deadline for a final nuclear deal four days away, senior diplomat says major differences remain between Iran and world powers.

Senators Trying to Impose Sanctions on Iran

Bipartisan effort in Congress before nuclear deal deadline seeks to extend sanctions and not allow US to 'unilaterally disarm.'

Massive Rally in Times Square to Demand 'Stop Iran Now'

Thousands expected at protest during Congress review of Iran deal featuring former Congressmen, ex-CIA Director and more.

Obama and Putin Agree 'Unity' Needed in Iran Talks

In their first conversation in months, Obama and Russian President agree about the need to maintain “unity” in nuclear talks with Iran.

Countdown to the deal

Netanyahu Warns: West Conceding Too Much to Iran

Prime Minister issues last-minute warning to the West as deadline to nuclear talks looms in less than a week.

Kerry Unfazed by Khamenei's Comments on Nuclear Deal

Secretary of State says negotiations with Iran will not be affected by Supreme Leader's comments regarding freezing nuclear activity.

Israel Willing to Sign Nuclear Test Ban - If Iran Recognizes It

Israeli official says Israel ready to ratify Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty - but can't work with a state sworn to its destruction

Secret Document Reveals US to Give Iran Nuclear Equipment

Covert draft outlines deal by which US and West give Islamic regime advanced nuclear equipment in return for toning down program.

Khamenei Rules Out Lengthy Freezing of Nuclear Work

Iran's Supreme Leader says freezing sensitive nuclear work in the country for 10 years or more is "not acceptable".

Leaked Saudi Document: Iran Shipped Centrifuges to Sudan

Top secret Saudi memo leaked by Wikileaks contends that Iran shipped nuclear equipment to Sudan, a key route to Hamas.

US Holds Very First 'No Nukes for Iran' Rally

Days ahead of nuclear deal, first rally of its kind to take place as Denver demands Islamic regime not be allowed a nuclear weapon.

British Foreign Secretary: Iran Needs to Show 'More Flexibility'

British Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond says Iran needs to be more flexible to reach nuclear deal, doesn't rule out another extension.

Netanyahu Warns Jewish World: The Threat is Growing

Iran deal gets 'worse every day' and nuclear armed Iran greatest threat to Jewish people, Netanyahu warns in speech.

Death blow to nuke deal?

Iran's Parliament Approves Imposing Conditions on Nuclear Talks

Iran's parliament overwhelmingly approves bill that bar UN inspectors from military sites, undermining talks with the West.

Diplomats: Iran and West Disagree on All Main Elements

Diplomats say Iran and six powers are in disagreement on up to 10 crucial elements of the nuclear deal and may need to extend talks again.

New Iranian Bill Could Undermine Nuclear Deal

Iranian lawmakers unveil proposal that would impose tough criteria for a nuclear deal with world powers.

EU Announces New Round of Talks with Iran

New round of nuclear talks between Iran and six world powers will begin this week in Vienna, says the European Commission.

Lapid Warns Israel Has 'Lost the Ear' of the White House

Yesh Atid chairman says reports Netanyahu was invited to the White House only after Iran deal are a bad sign for everyone.

J'lem Denies Obama Invited Netanyahu to Meet after Nuke Deal

According to report, Obama wants Netanyahu to express 'even faint' support for nuclear deal, before Congress vote.

Senator 'Alarmed' Over West's Possible Concessions to Iran

Senator Bob Corker writes President Obama with concerns over alleged far-reaching concessions in Iran talks.

Former Ambassador: Obama Incapable of Empathizing with Israel

Former Israeli envoy to Washington, MK Michael Oren, explains why Obama is gambling on Israel's future - and why there is still hope.

Rouhani Accuses Critics of Belittling Sanctions

Iranian President hits out at critics of his drive for a nuclear deal with major powers.

Russia Worried About Stalled Iran Talks

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

Iran 'Concerned' Over Reports of Spying on Nuclear Talks

Iran expresses "serious concern" about reports of cyber-attacks on venues linked to nuclear talks with West.

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.

Expert: Iran Talks Spy Virus Does More Than Peek

Duqu virus - whether Israeli or not - could have been used to record video, conversations, ID information, and passwords.

Officials: Iran Deal Won't Answer Questions on Past Activities

Officials say world powers are prepared to accept a deal with Iran that does not immediately answer questions about past atomic work.

Washington 'Confident' Talks with Iran Weren't Breached

State Department spokesman says the government confident there had been no security breach in the Iran-West talks.

Iran 'Not Surprised' by Reports of Spying on Nuclear Talks

Iranian official says the country's nuclear negotiators took “precautionary measures” during talks with the West.

Hotovely: Israel Not Involved in Iran Spy Hacking

Israel officially denies any connection to allegations it spied on Western powers while they discussed Tehran's nuclear program.

Cyber Bureau Head: No Proof of Israeli Hacking

Any speculation that Israel spied on Iran or Western powers using a virus is just that, said the head of Israel's National Cyber Bureau.

Official: Next Round of Iran Talks will be Tough

The next round of nuclear negotiations with Iran will be "pretty tough," says a senior United States official.

Israel Decries 'Nonsense' Spying Allegations

Dept. Defense Min. Ben Dahan vehemently denies Wednesday reports Israel planted viruses in European hotels.

J-Street Poll: American Jews More Likely to Support Iran Deal

Poll claims American Jews are also more supportive of a two-state solution and Barack Obama - but is it accurate?

Report: Israel Attempted to Spy on Iran Nuclear Talks

Cybersecurity firm finds Israeli hacking program on servers of hotels linked to talks in second spy accusation since March.

Is the US Empowering Hezbollah in Lebanon to Appease Iran?

Letter from US State Dept. reveals US government cutting off funding to anti-Hezbollah, moderate Shia activists.

UN Report: Countries Hiding Iran's Sanctions Violations

UN monitors say governments are not reporting new incidents of Iran violating Security Council sanctions.

Core Synergies in Israel’s Strategic Planning

Anyone for a Game of Nuclear Poker?

Counter-extremism think tank produces satire that reduces the ongoing nuclear talks with Iran to their barest truths.

Watch

Iran Will Beat West in Nuclear Talks, Former Mossad Head Warns

Expert panel warns Iranian culture, Obama 'legacy' obsession will give Iran leverage - and Tehran will be 'more aggressive' after deal.

US Challenges Israel on Iran: What Would You Do Differently?

Official insists US, Israel share views on Iran - but also challenges to 'tell the American people exactly what you would do differently.'

Report: CIA, Mossad Held 'Secret' Talks on Iran

CIA chief John Brennan met with Israeli intelligence officials last week over the framework nuclear deal.

IAEA Chief: Iran Probe Could Take 'Years and Years'

IAEA chief says concluding that Iran's nuclear program is entirely peaceful will take years even if a deal with world powers is reached.

Ex-Mossad Head Dagan: Netanyahu's Order to Strike Iran 'Illegal'

In JPost conference debate, ex-Mossad chief and ex-IDF head Ashkenazi deny refusing order to strike, say it was never really issued.

Netanyahu: It's Not Too Late to Prevent a Bad Deal with Iran

PM Netanyahu says the West should show "patience and resolve" in order to reach a better deal with Iran.

Obama Lambasted for Ruling Out Military Option on Iran

With all the fuss over Obama's threats to stop backing Israel at the UN, another equally worrying comment slid under the radar.

Iranian Official: We Will Never Allow Inspections of Our Sites

Iran’s Deputy Chief of Staff reiterates his country will not allow any inspection of its military sites.

Iran Deal Deadline May Be Pushed Back

West pressuring to push deadline back in order not to give Iran an advantage in final terms of a nuclear deal.

Poll: Most Saudis Believe Iran a Greater Threat than Israel

An opinion poll conducted by an Israeli college finds that Saudi Arabians are more concerned by Iran and ISIS than by Israel.

China Urges No New Demands on Iran in Nuclear Talks

China's foreign minister urges all parties involved in talks on Iran's nuclear program to make no new demands of the Islamic Republic.

Senator Reveals Obama Hiding Iran Nuclear Deal Document

Obama admin tries to assure senators in meetings, but Corker reports suspicious refusal to provide document with actual details.

State Dept.: We Expect Iran to Reduce Uranium by June 30

State Department spokeswoman says Washington expects Iran to reduce its stockpile of low enriched uranium by June 30 deadline.

Obama Threatens to Cut US Support at UN in Israeli Interview

In remarkably open attack against Netanyahu, Obama says if Israel doesn't renew peace talks he will not be able to defend it in the UN.

Obama Red-Faced: Iran Nuclear Stockpiles Grew 20% in 18 Months

Despite US President's claims Tehran 'froze' its nuclear stockpiles, IAEA report shows Iran actually increased them significantly.

Fabius: 'Good Chance' For a Deal with Iran

France's foreign minister says he believes there is a good chance that world powers will reach a deal with Iran.

Kerry to Continue Taking Part in Iran Talks Despite Injury

White House says Iran nuclear talks will continue despite Secretary of State's breaking of his leg.