Iranian Nuclear Program

Netanyahu: Iran Wants 200 Nuclear Bombs, Not Two

Prime Minister Netanyahu warns the international community not to be fooled by Iran’s new "moderate" president.

Elkin: Iran's Elections Made a Mockery of Democracy

Iran's new president invented the method of talking to the West while advancing the nuclear program, warns Deputy Foreign Minister.

Lavrov: Iran is Prepared to Halt 20-Percent Enrichment

Russian Foreign Minister urges the world to drop the sanctions on Iran.

Yaalon Doubtful Iran's New President Will Bring Change

"Ultimately, Khamenei makes all the decisions," Yaalon tells France's Foreign and Defense Ministers.

Mossad Vet: We'll Miss Ahmadinejad

Former Mossad man in Tehran: “Ahmadinejad spoke like Hitler and the world knew who he was.”

White House: Iran's New President Can Find a Partner in the U.S.

Iran's new president will find a partner in the U.S. if he comes clean on the nuclear program, says Obama's Chief of Staff.

Israel: Khameini Decides on Nukes, No One Else

“After the election, Iran will continue to be judged by its acts, in the nuclear field as well as that of terrorism.”

Israel, US, Mull Raids on '18 Chemical Targets' in Syria

TIME: Israeli and U.S. militaries may target Assad’s arsenal of unconventional weapons together.

Iran Elects 'Moderate'; Israel Wants Tougher Sanctions

Defense Minister Yaalon unimpressed by Iran polls: “make this country understand that the military option remains on the table.”

Yaalon: Arab Peace Initiative is a 'Spin'

Israel is ready to negotiate with the PA but it wants to impose preconditions, says Defense Minister during a talk in Washington.

Elkin: Russia Understands our Red Lines

Despite outward appearances, Russia understands and respects Israeli ‘red lines’ on Iran, Syria, deputy FM says.

Iranian Official Admits Bushehr Plant 'Malfunctioned'

Iran's nuclear plant in Bushehr has had an electric generator malfunction, says Iran's ambassador to Russia.

Steinitz: Iran is Getting Closer to Nuclear 'Red Line'

Iran is getting closer to reaching the “red line” set out by Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu, warns Minister Yuval Steinitz.

Iran's Tactics in Nuclear Talks Are Flawed, Says Candidate

Iran's tactics in nuclear talks have been "flawed" under the current negotiating team, says presidential candidate Ali Akbar Velayati.

Iranian Envoy: U.S., Mossad Influencing IAEA Reports

The Iranian ambassador to the IAEA says Iran determined to take advantage of peaceful nuclear energy.

Officials: Iran's Bushehr Plant Damaged in Recent Earthquakes

Countries monitoring Iran's nuclear program say the country's nuclear reactor in Bushehr was damaged by recent earthquakes.

Obama Slaps Sanctions on Iran's Currency and Auto Industry

Obama signs executive order, authorizing new sanctions targeting Iran's currency and automobile industry.

Kerry Warns Iran: The Clock is Ticking

U.S. Secretary of State says he's doubtful that the presidential election in Iran will bring about a change in its nuclear program.

Canada Freezes Trade with Iran

Canada ratchets up its sanctions against Iran, bans almost all exports to and imports from the country.

Senate Unanimously Backs Pro-Israel Resolution

Senate unanimously backs a resolution which stipulates that the U.S. will assist Israel in an attack against Iran.

Defense Minister: Iran Remains the Biggest Threat

"The possibility of Iran having a nuclear weapon is a nightmare for the entire world. We must prepare," says Yaalon.

New IAEA Report: Iran Still Expanding Nuclear Program

Iran is opening up a potential second route to developing a nuclear bomb, says latest IAEA report.

Iran Kills 2 for Spying for Israel, US

Iran hanged two convicted spies on Sunday, one found guilty of working for Israel.

Peres: No Compromises With Iran

President Peres tells German Foreign Minister that there should be no compromise with Iran so long as it continues its nuclear activities.

Iranian Candidate: I Will 'Resist' the West

Iran’s top nuclear negotiator and presidential candidate pledges to “resist” western demands regarding his country’s nuclear program.

About-face or bluff?

Israel 'Opting to Contain' Nuclear Iran?

Report in Sunday Times says U.S. is brokering a deal between Israel, Saudis, Jordan, Turkey and UAE.

Report: Pentagon Can Destroy Iran's Underground Nuclear Facility

The Pentagon has reportedly redesigned its biggest "bunker buster" bomb so it can destroy the underground Fordow nuclear site.

U.S.: Iran is Obtaining Materials in Violation of UN Sanctions

The United States says that both Iran and North Korea are trying to obtain high-tech materials linked to their nuclear programs.

Steinitz: Nuclear Iran is Like 30 Nuclear North Koreas

The world must not ignore the warnings about Iran as it did 80 years ago with the Nazis, says Minister Yuval Steinitz.

Yaalon: Iran's Involved in All the Conflicts

Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon meets Canadian Chief of Staff, emphasizes need to stop Iran's nuclear program.

Israel: Iranian Nuke Program an 'Express Train'

UN Ambassador: as Iranian program hurtles forward, attempts to stop it crawl like a slow bus.

Iranian Minister: Sanctions Are 'Causing a Lot of Trouble'

Iran's Finance Minister says international pushed inflation above 30%, but stresses that nuclear program will continue.

IAEA and Iran to Talk on May 15

The IAEA says it will hold a new round of talks with Iran on May 15 in Vienna on suspected nuclear bomb-making efforts by Tehran.

Ex-MI Head: Iran has Passed Red Line

"Iran has crossed Israel's new red line," Maj. Gen. (res.) Amos Yadlin said Tuesday.

Netanyahu Meets Hagel – Iran on Agenda

Iranian nukes are "a challenge that Israel cannot accept," says Netanyahu.

Turkey Denies Talking with Israel About Iran Strike

Turkey dismisses report suggesting that an Israeli delegation would hold talks about using a Turkish airbase to train for a attack in Iran.

Israel, Turkey Quietly Discuss Possible Strike on Iran?

Israeli envoy Yaakov Amidror begins to raise the issue of Iran in delicate talks in Ankara Sunday as negotiations discuss the Mavi Marmara.

US-Israel Arms Deal Sends ‘Clear Signal’ to Iran, Says Hagel

A multi-billion dollar arms deal with Israel is designed to send a “clear message” to Iran, says US Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel.

35 Former U.S. Officials to Obama: Talk Directly to Iran

Former U.S. officials call on the White House to initiate direct talks with Iran instead of relying solely on sanctions.

Senators Approve Resolution to Assist Israel in Iran Strike

The U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee adopts a resolution which stipulates that the U.S. will assist Israel in an attack against Iran.

Iranian Official Repeats Threat to Raze Haifa and Tel Aviv

A senior Iranian military commander reiterates that the Iranian Armed Forces are capable of razing Tel Aviv and Haifa to the ground.

Yaalon: Concessions Now Mean Disaster Later

Defense Minister says challenges facing Israel "will force us to respond with a firm hand."

Is Khameini listening?

Netanyahu: If We Must, We'll Go to War

"If we have no choice, we will grasp our swords and go to battle," warns Prime Minister.

Peres: Obama Will Attack Iran if Diplomacy Fails

"I have no doubt that if diplomatic talks fail with Iran, Obama will conduct a military attack," Peres tells Israeli newspaper.

Washington Post: Time to Thank Netanyahu

U.S. paper says those who prefer diplomacy over war on Iran should thank Netanyahu for his ‘red line’ speech.

Iran: We Won't Suspend Uranium Enrichment

Iran inists it will not suspend its enrichment of uranium to 20 percent nor will it ship out its existing stockpile.

Dozens Killed in Iran Quake near Nuclear Plant

Earthquake near Iran’s nuclear power plant at Bushehr, dozens killed and 800 injured.

Obama's 'Not Bluffing' on Iran, Says Kerry

President Obama is not bluffing when he says he will stop Iran’s nuclear program, Kerry says after meeting President Shimon Peres.

Lieberman: Ignore Those who Say to Wait on Iran

Israel’s enemies use modern technology to express ‘primitive, backward’ hate, Lieberman says.

Second Day of Latest Iran Nuclear Talks Fails As Well

The second day of talks between Iran and world powers over Tehran’s nuclear program failed to break the deadlock in the crisis.

Steinitz: Iran Using Talks to Gain Bomb

Minister of Strategic and Intelligence Affairs says failure of latest round of talks with Iran was predictable.

No Breakthrough in Iran Nuclear Talks...Again

Iran and world powers have once again failed to reach a breakthrough in the Iranian nuclear crisis, during the latest round of talks.

Israel's Complex Nuclear Imperatives, Part III

WSJ, Amb. Oren Confirm A7 Iran Red Line Estimate

Arutz Sheva analyst's estimate of nuke point of no return is confirmed.

Netanyahu Meets Norwegian FM: We Can't Let Iran Develop Nukes

Netanyahu meets Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide, discusses Iran’s nuclear program as well as the latest rocket attacks.

Ashton 'Cautiously Optimistic' About Latest Iran Nuclear Talks

EU foreign policy chief said she was cautiously optimistic over the outcome of talks this week between Iran and world powers.

65%: No Fear of New Holocaust

Most Israelis think the Jewish people do not face a new near-elimination.

Proposal: Iran Nuclear Freeze for Eased Sanctions

Iran has reportedly offered to temporarily freeze uranium enrichment in exchange for eased sanctions.

Iran's Supreme Leader: We're Open to Direct Talks with U.S.

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei signals openness to U.S. offers to hold direct talks on his country's disputed nuclear drive.

‘Obama’s Red Line on Iran – Fiction’

Diplomat tells Ma'ariv that Obama’s ‘red line’ on Iran is ‘fiction’ aimed at discouraging an Israeli strike.