Iranian Nuclear Program

'Israel Needs a Credible Military Option on Iran'

Former Israel Air Force Commander Ido Nechushtan said Tuesday that Israel needs a “credible military option” against Iran

Experts Gather in Istanbul to Discuss Iran's Nuclear Program

Iranian and foreign nuclear experts gathered in Istanbul to discuss Tehran's controversial atomic program.

Obama Urges Iran to Take Steps to Solve Nuclear Dispute

Obama turns to Iranians, urges the country to take "immediate and meaningful steps" to resolve dispute over nuclear program.

Iran Warns Obama: We Also Have Options on the Table

A top Iranian military commander tells President Obama that Tehran also has all of its "options on the table."

Obama: Iran a Year Away from Getting a Nuclear Bomb

Iran is "over a year or so" from getting a nuclear bomb, Obama tells Israeli television, reiterates that all options are on the table.

The Paradox of Obama's Visit to Israel

U.S. Intelligence Director: We'll Know if Iran Diverts Uranium

Iran could not produce enough highly-enriched uranium for an atomic bomb without being detected, says James Clapper.

Peres, Hollande Call for Tougher Sanctions on Iran

Sanctions on Iran over are biting but need to be strengthened further, President Shimon Peres and French President Francois Hollande say.

World Powers Express 'Deep Concern' Over Iran Nuclear Progress

Six world powers say they are "deeply concerned" by Tehran's recent atomic upgrades.

Top U.S. Commander: Sanctions on Iran Not Working

Iran’s behavior poses the greatest risk to stability in the Middle East, warns Gen. James N. Mattis.

Iran Must Allow Immediate Access to Parchin, Says IAEA Chief

Yukiya Amano calls on Iran to allow access to the Parchin military base, where nuclear weapons research may have taken place.

Iran's Foreign Minister Hails Nuclear Talks as a 'Milestone'

Iran's negotiations with world powers reached "a turning point", Iranian Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi told an Austrian network.

New Senate Resolution: Back Israel if it Attacks Iran

A group of senators introduces a new resolution which says that the U.S. would back Israel militarily if it were to attack Iran.

Netanyahu: Ratchet Up the Sanctions Against Iran

Netanyahu meets Sri Lankan External Affairs Minister, says Iran "continuing to defy the international community."

Iran, World Powers Schedule More Nuclear Talks

Iran and world powers agreed to hold new talks in March and April over the Islamic Republic's nuclear program.

Report: Iran Has 'Plan B' for Nuclear Bomb

Satellite images show that Iran's Arak plan is operational, raising fears that it is trying to produce plutonium, Daily Telegraph says.

Iran, World Powers Exchange Offers in Kazakhstan

World powers and Iran exchange offers at "useful" talks in Kazakhstan over Tehran's disputed nuclear drive.

World Powers to Present Iran with 'Good' Offer

World powers will present Iran with an updated and "good" offer at talks this week on its nuclear program, officials say.

Ahmadinejad Admits: It's Been a Hard Year

“This was a very difficult year for our economy,” Iranian President admits during a live television interview.

Iran: IAEA Report Proves Our Nuclear Program is Peaceful

Iran has claimed that the latest report by the IAEA is proof that its nuclear program is intended only for peaceful purposes.

Netanyahu: IAEA Report Shows Iran is Closer to Red Line

Iran is continuing to get closer to the “red line” that Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu set at the United Nations last September.

IAEA Report: Iran Installing New Nuclear Equipment

Iran has begun installing next-generation equipment at one of its main nuclear plants, new IAEA report finds.

Diplomats: Iran Installing High-Tech Machines at Natanz

Tehran has started to install machines at its main uranium enrichment site that are capable of accelerating production of reactor fuel.

Beware: Obama's Iran War Talk is Israel's Suicide Walk

Iran Urges France to 'Get Real' About Iranian Nukes

Iran urges Paris to take “a correct approach” after the French defense minister says there's a need to prevent Iran's nuclear weapons.

Netanyahu Stresses Dangers of Iran and Syria

Netanyahu warns of the dangers from Iran and Syria, in a speech to the Jewish Agency Board of Governors.

Fordow Will Never be Shut Down, Says Iranian Lawmaker

Iranian lawmaker rejects the Western proposal for Iran to close its Fordow nuclear facility in exchange for the relaxation of restrictions.

Khamenei: Even if We Wanted Nukes, U.S. Couldn't Stop Us

Iran has no intention of developing nuclear weapons but if it wanted to, the U.S. could not thwart it, says its supreme leader.

West to Tell Iran: Close Fordow, We'll Ease the Sanctions

The West plans to offer to ease sanctions on Iran in return for Iranian steps to shut down the Fordow plant.

Iran, IAEA Agree on 'Some Points' in Latest Talks

Iran agrees on "some points" in talks with UN atomic experts in Tehran, two weeks before meetings with world powers.

Barak, Panetta Meet at the Pentagon

Defense Minister Ehud Barak talks about Syria and Iran with Pentagon chief Leon Panetta.

Huckabee: Obama Should Focus on Iran, Pardon Pollard

President Obama should focus on preventing a nuclear Iran during his upcoming visit to Israel, says former governor Mike Huckabee.

Iran: Netanyahu's Nuke Claims a 'Laughing Matter'

Iran thinks Netanyahu's warnings that it is approaching the "red line" are funny.

Netanyahu: Iran Getting Closer to 'Red Line'

Netanyahu at the Conference of Presidents: Iran is getting closer to the red line I set at the United Nations.

Hagel in 2008: U.S. Shouldn't Even Think of Bombing Iran

A newly surfaced video shows Chuck Hagel as having expressed in 2008 more concern over Israel's nuclear weapons than Iran's.

Iran Resumes Converting Uranium Into Fuel

Iran appears to have resumed converting small amounts of its higher-grade enriched uranium into reactor fuel, diplomats say.

Ahmadinejad to U.S.: Change Your Attitude and We'll Talk

Iranian president says the United States must change its attitude if it wants to hold direct nuclear talks with Iran.

U.S. Treasury: Sanctions Hurting Iran's Access to Global Capital

Western sanctions on Iran have contributed to a drop in its access to global sources of capital last year, says the U.S.

Iran's Khamenei Rejects Direct Nuclear Talks with U.S.

Iran's Supreme Leader rejects a U.S. offer to negotiate one-on-one so long as Washington keeps up its threats against Iran.

Netanyahu: Israel Can't Live with Iran Upgrading Nuclear Plant

Iran's installation of new equipment at its Natanz nuclear plant will speed up enrichment efforts, Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu says.

Iranian Nuclear "Containment": Dumb, Dumber,Dumbest

Iran's Currency Plummets to All-Time Low

Iran’s rial has plummeted to an all-time low, dropping more than 21 percent drop over two weeks.

Biden Warns Iran: Opportunities for Diplomacy Are Not Unlimited

Biden warns Iran that opportunities for diplomacy over its nuclear program are not unlimited but offers direct talks.

Hagel: Willing to Attack Iran if Necessary

Hagel writes to Senate: There is time and space for diplomacy with Iran, but the window is closing.

PM Stresses: Only US Attack Can Halt Iranian Nuclear Program

Netanyahu: Israeli strike on Iran's nuclear facilities could cause "significant damage" but only a US attack could halt operations.

IAEA: No Evidence of Explosion at Fordow

The International Atomic Energy Agency says there has been no sign of an explosion at the Fordow uranium enrichment plant in Iran.

U.S. Doesn't Believe Reports of Fordow Explosion

"We have no information to confirm" that an explosion at the Iranian Fordow nuclear plant took place, says White House Spokesman.

Iran Denies Reports of Explosion at Underground Nuclear Facility

Iran has denied reports about an explosion at its underground Fordow nuclear plant, saying they are "Western propaganda."

Barak Hints U.S. Has Options for 'Surgical Strike' in Iran

The U.S. has plans for surgical strikes against Iran if it refuses to stop its nuclear weapons program, says Defense Minister Ehud Barak.

Peres, Barak: Keep Iran Attack Option on the Table

President Shimon Peres and Defense Minister Ehud Barak say the threat of military action is vital to efforts against Iran's nuclear program.

Kerry: Iran Policy is Prevention, not Containment

Obama's choice for secretary of state says Iran must comply with inspections of nuclear facilities.

Russian Foreign Minister Warns Against Strike in Iran

Attacking Iran's nuclear facilities "a very dangerous idea," says Russian FM Sergei Lavrov.

Netanyahu to Senators: Nuclear Iran is the World's Problem

“History won't forgive those who do not stop Iran's nuclear program,” Netanyahu tells a delegation of senators headed by John McCain.

White House: Sanctions Having Profound Impact on Iran

The White House says that Ahmadinejad's latest warnings on the state of Iran's economy, proved the "profound impact" of nuclear sanctions.

As Expected, No Progress in Iran-IAEA Talks

Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency agree to resume talks over the country’s nuclear activities in Tehran on February 12.

IAEA Experts Hold Nuclear Talks in Iran

Experts from the UN's nuclear watchdog agency arrive in Tehran for another round of talks to resolve concerns over Iran's nuclear program.

Former U.S. Commander: Israel Can't Go at Iran Alone

Admiral William Fallon, the former head of U.S. Central Command, warns that Israel won't be able to take out Iran's nukes in one shot.

Iran, IAEA Gear Up for Next Round of Talks

Iran and the UN nuclear watchdog prepare for a new round of talks, with Tehran expressing hope for a deal.

Sanctions Hurting Iran's Access to Life-Saving Medication

Iranians with serious illnesses have been put at risk by the unintended consequences of international sanctions, the Guardian reports.

IAEA Chief Not Hopeful of Reaching Deal with Iran

IAEA chief says he's not hopeful of striking a deal with Iran on allegations of past nuclear weapons research.