Iranian Nuclear Program

Iran Demands: Lift UN Arms Embargo

Arms embargo issue the latest in last-minute demands as a Tuesday deadline for a final deal looms ahead.

Netanyahu Says Nuke Deal getting Worse by the Day

In meeting with Greek FM, PM promises to help Greece, accuses West of abandoning principles in nuke talks with Iran.

Kerry Calls for 'Hard Choices' from Iran

Secretary of State says a nuclear agreement is possible if Iran makes the “hard choices” necessary.

Iran's Foreign Minister: Differences Remain in Nuclear Talks

Iran's foreign minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says "some differences remain" between Iran and six world powers.

UN Atomic Officials Head to Iran as Talks With West Continue

IAEA says "senior officials" flying to Tehran, as Iran and major powers continue to discuss nuclear deal.

Netanyahu Slams Faulty Iran Deal

Current deal being assembled 'worse' than 1994 North Korean nuclear deal, Netanyahu argues, ahead of July 7 deadline.

Official: Permanent Iran Deal Even Worse than Interim One

Senior Israeli official says impending deal will allow Iran to continue to develop nuclear weapons and support global terrorism.

Will Iran Nuclear Talks be Extended Again?

American official says it's "conceivable" talks with Iran could be extended past Tuesday if negotiators are on the verge of an agreement.

Iran's FM: We've Never Been Closer to a Deal

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says nuclear deal is closer than ever as Tuesday deadline draws near.

IAEA Chief Says Iran's Nuclear Weapon Program Not Resolved

After visit to Tehran Amano says 'work will be needed,' in indication his mission to probe military nuclear program did not advance.

Russia Says Iran Nuclear Deal Will Be Reached

Top Russian negotiator says deal '91% done' and talks will end 'in coming days,' ahead of deadline next Tuesday and Putin-Rouhani meeting.

French FM Leaves Iran Talks - For Now

France's foreign minister leaves nuclear talks in Vienna, promises to return on Sunday in the hope that sufficient progress is made.

Congress Demands Obama Step Back From Iran Nuclear Deal

Leading Senators urge a 'pause' in negotiations, slam administration official for saying nuclear inspections unnecessary.

Experts Warn Iran Deal Will Kill Nuclear Non-Proliferation

US experts says American approval on Iran's nuclear program will make it unable to prevent a global nuclear arms race.

Kerry: Difficult Issues Remain in Nuclear Talks

Secretary of State tells reporters that progress is being made in talks with Iran, though several difficult issues remain unresolved.

Iran Receives 13 Tons of Gold in Sanctions Relief

Repatriated gold bullion brings interim deal relief total to $12 billion, as sanctions regime fails in stopping nuclear aspirations.

Rouhani: We'll Resume Nuclear Work if West Not Committed to Deal

Iran's President threatens that his country would resume its halted nuclear work if world powers go back on a proposed final deal.

Iran Nuclear Deal Deadline Extended

June 30 deadline breached and reset for July 7, as senior US official warns Iran - in Farsi - it must not backtrack Lausanne agreements.

Report: US Released Iranian Prisoners as Precursor to Deal

Four prisoners released to Tehran in 2012-13 as part of 'wish list' Iran sent US for nuclear deal; three Americans still held by Iran.

Netanyahu Condemns PA Silence After Attacks

Silence is tantamount to endorsement of the wave of attacks on Israelis, PM warns in meeting with Italian FM; also equates Iran, ISIS.

IDF Appoints Special Team to Plan Strike on Iran

Chief of Staff appoints his deputy to lead crew examining military options day after Iran nuclear deal, as IAF drills for possible strikes.

Official: System Found to Give IAEA Access to Iranian Sites

American officials says P5+1 countries have drawn up a system which will give the IAEA access to all suspect Iranian sites.

Iran Deal to Yield 'Unlimited Nuclear Arsenal Within a Decade'

Netanyahu blasts 'potholes' in nuclear deal ahead of June 30 deadline.

'Obama Sent Secret Message to Iran Leadership Ahead of Deadline'

With just one day to go until June 30 deadline, Iranian paper claims US president sent direct message to Tehran via Iraqi prime minister.

Iran's Foreign Minister Returns Home for Consultations

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif heads back to Tehran as officials indicate nuclear talks will be extended yet again.

Video: What Happens if the Iran Deal Goes Bad

Video depicts how Iranian violations can lead to nukes, chaos, American state of emergency and panic, and millions of casualties.

Report: Powers Give in – No Inspection of Iran's Nuke Facilities

P5+1 cave in to Iranian demands and will not insist on inspections of nuclear installations, says Channel 1.

Zero hour

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.