Iranian Nuclear Program

Europe gives Iran August deadline for 'snapback' sanctions

The EU is moving to reinstate UN sanctions on Iran with an August 29 deadline for nuclear progress. This action could trigger a full "snapback" of sanctions by October 15.

Iran: No new date for US nuclear negotiations

Iran delays nuclear talks with the US following Israeli and US strikes on its nuclear facilities. Foreign Ministry spokesman says "no specific date, time or location has been determined" for a meeting.

Israel warns:

Iran’s uranium potentially retrievable after US strikes

Israeli official says that the deeply buried enriched uranium at an Iranian nuclear facility may be retrievable, complicating assessments of US strike damage.

PM's office:

Netanyahu, US Defense Sec. discussed Iran, regional security

Netanyahu's office says the PM and Defense Secretary Hegseth discussed countering the Iranian threat, fostering regional security cooperation, and bolstering the strategic relationship between Israel and the US.

Tehran rejects Trump's claim of scheduled talks

Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson firmly denies a US claim of a meeting request, contradicting President Trump's assertion of scheduled talks.

UK warns Iran:

'Dramatic sanctions' if UN inspectors aren’t allowed

British Foreign Secretary David Lammy warns Iran of "dramatic sanctions" if it doesn't clarify its nuclear program and allow UN inspectors.

French intel chief:

Iran's nuclear program 'very, very delayed' by US-Israeli strikes

France's foreign intelligence chief, Nicolas Lerner, confirms US and Israeli strikes "very, very delayed" Iran's nuclear program by "various months," seriously affecting every stage from enrichment to warhead design.

Alma Research Center Analysis:

From war to a diplomatic solution for Iran?

The Iranian Nuclear Program in regional and global perspective.

Trump:

'Good chance' for deal with Hamas this week

President Trump anticipates a "good chance" of a deal with Hamas this week to release remaining hostages. He also plans to discuss a "permanent deal" with Iran with PM Netanyahu.

UN atomic agency pulls inspectors out of Iran amid threats

Departure follows Tehran's suspension of cooperation with UN atomic agency and rising threats against IAEA leadership.

Report:

US-Iran talks to resume next week in Norway

If confirmed, the Oslo meeting would mark the first direct US-Iranian nuclear talks since joint American-Israeli strikes targeted key Iranian nuclear sites.

Iran suspends IAEA access after US, Israeli strikes

Iran officially suspends cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog, a move the US calls "unacceptable." This follows a 12-day conflict with Israel and US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities.

Pentagon says Iran’s nuclear ambitions set back by two years

The US believes its recent airstrikes significantly set back Iran's nuclear program by up to two years, Pentagon spokesman says, adding key nuclear sites in Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan were “completely obliterated.”

Iran vows to seek compensation from US, Israel over attacks

Tehran accuses Washington and Jerusalem of violating its sovereignty and killing civilians during 12 days of war.

Report:

PM to ask for guarantee on US green light for future Iran strikes

Prime Minister Netanyahu is expected to ask President Trump for a formal US guarantee of approval for Israeli strikes on Iran if the Islamic Republic resumes its nuclear or missile programs.

EU demands Iran return to nuclear talks

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas urges Iran to immediately restart nuclear negotiations with the IAEA, warning against NPT withdrawal.

Stimulating revolt in the Iranian crazy state

Making a deal means trusting Iran, and trusting a crazy state to adhere to any agreement is itself a kind of craziness. The only thing to do is stimulate a revolt. Opinion.

Iran's FM:

'Don't hold your breath for quick US-Iran nuke talks'

Iranian FM Araghchi downplays immediate US nuclear talks, insists Iran needs security assurances and time.

Trump: I am not offering Iran ANYTHING

US President Donald Trump says he isn't currently offering Iran 'anything,' digs at former US President Barack Obama for paying Iran 'billions' under 'road to a nuclear weapon' plan.

Iran's ultimatum:

'US must halt attacks for dialogue'

Iran's deputy foreign minister Majid Takht-Ravanchi states the US must end all strikes for diplomatic talks to resume: "We do not want war. We want to engage in dialogue."

Iran’s UN envoy:

'Our nuclear enrichment will never stop'

Iran's UN envoy, Amir-Saeid Iravani, declares that Iran's nuclear enrichment "will never stop," calling it an "inalienable right." He affirms Tehran's readiness for talks but rejects "unconditional surrender".

Operation that surprised Iran:

Years of intelligence led to precise strike

Operation Rising Lion aimed to halt Iran's alarming progress toward nuclear weapons. Key scientists were eliminated simultaneously in their homes, striking at the heart of the development effort.

Watch

Iranian TV host declares: We'll enrich as we choose

Watch: In segment translated by MEMRI, Iranian TV host Amir-Hossein Tahmasebi announces Iran's new "nuclear ambiguity" policy, states Iran will enrich uranium as it chooses, retain all material, trade freely, and build facilities anywhere.

Report:

Isfahan strikes crippled Iran's nuke bomb production

New York Times reports that Israeli and American strikes on Isfahan have severely crippled Iran's ability to produce atomic bombs by destroying crucial metallization facilities. This process, essential for creating the explosive core of a nuclear weapon, is now a major bottleneck for Tehran's nuclear ambitions.

IAEA chief:

'Iran months away from uranium production despite strikes'

UN nuclear watchdog chief Rafael Grossi reveals that Iran could resume enriched uranium production "in a matter of months," despite extensive damage from recent US and Israeli strikes.

Report:

Mossad operated in Iran for over a decade to map nuclear sites

The Times reveals Israeli Mossad agents gathered intel inside Iran since 2010, enabling recent strikes on nuclear infrastructure; leaked documents show Iran was weeks from nuclear capability by late 2024.

Iran's FM to Trump:

'Respect Khamenei if you’re serious about a deal'

Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi blasts Trump for disrespecting Supreme Leader Khamenei, demanding a change in tone for any nuclear deal. This follows Trump's earlier post criticizing Khamenei and revealing he halted sanctions relief.

Satellite images show:

Iran repairing Fordow nuclear site post-strikes

New satellite images from Maxar Technologies reveal Iran has initiated repair efforts at its Fordow nuclear facility, targeted last week by US airstrikes. Excavators and bulldozers are visible near bomb craters, suggesting immediate attempts to restore access and assess damage.

IDF chief: Iran no longer a nuclear threshold state

Following "Operation Rising Lion," Israel's IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir declares Iran is no longer a nuclear threshold state. Extensive damage to Iran's nuclear infrastructure and scientists will take years to repair.

Iran halts IAEA cooperation amid strike fallout

Following US and Israeli strikes on its nuclear facilities, Iran announces it has ceased cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog. Iran's Foreign Minister cites the IAEA's failure to condemn the attacks and its "regrettable role" in past issues as reasons.

Trump:

'I would absolutely consider bombing Iran nuclear sites again'

President Trump declares he'd "absolutely" consider bombing Iranian nuclear sites again if intelligence dictated, but adds he believes Iran is "exhausted" and not focused on nuclear pursuits.

After US strikes

Macron cautions against Iran NPT exit

Following US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, French President Emmanuel Macron declares the strikes "genuinely effective" but warns that Iran's potential withdrawal from the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) would be the "worst-case scenario.

DM Katz:

Iran's nuclear ambitions 'unequivocally' eliminated

Defense Minister Israel Katz confirms Iran's nuclear threat is "unequivocally" eliminated, with over 50% of launchers thwarted and decades of capabilities destroyed. He states Iran "won't dare try again".

Iranian FM admits 'serious' nuclear site damage after 12-day war

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi confirms "serious" damage to the country's nuclear sites following a 12-day conflict with Israel. Araghchi also firmly denies any speculation about resuming nuclear negotiations with the United States.

Iranian Parliament greenlights suspension of IAEA cooperation

Iran's Parliament approves a bill to suspend cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog, following the war with Israel.

CIA Director:

'Iran's nuclear program has been severely damaged'

CIA Director John Ratcliffe confirms Iran's nuclear program was severely damaged by recent strikes, stating credible intelligence indicates key facilities were destroyed and would take years to rebuild.

Tulsi Gabbard:

'It will take Iran years to rebuild destroyed nuclear sites'

US Director of National Intelligence criticizes the leaks that attempt to downplay the success of the American airstrikes on Iran's nuclear weapons program.

Report:

Iranian leaders misinformed on scale of nuclear site destruction

Intercepts suggest Tehran unaware of full impact; Israel calls strike results 'very significant.'

Wikoff reveals:

US and Iran restarting nuclear program discussions

US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff reveals to Fox News that the US and Iran are in early stages of renewed discussions on Iran's nuclear program, both directly and via intermediaries, despite recent hostilities, says the conversations are "promising".

Trump reiterates:

'The nuclear sites in Iran are completely destroyed!'

US President refutes CNN and NYT reports claiming US strikes failed to destroy Iran's nuclear facilities: An attempt to demean one of the most successful military strikes in history.

IAEA chief:

'Iran's nuclear capabilities have been significantly set back'

IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi tells Fox News that Iran's nuclear program has been "significantly" set back, a "night and day" difference from before June 13.

'America First' does not mean 'Israel last'

Keep Amercan boys out of it but help Israel shoot down Iranian ballistic missiles and such. Opinion.

Liberman:

Ceasefire with Iran will lead to renewed war in two years

Yisrael Beytenu chairman says Israel’s military gains are being undermined by a rushed diplomatic process, warns Tehran has no intention of abandoning its nuclear or terror agenda.

US envoy engages Iran despite strikes, Khamenei remains elusive

CNN reports that US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff is engaging Iranian officials for a diplomatic resolution post-nuclear facility strikes, but efforts are hindered by Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's hidden status.

'Verge of nuclear disaster'

Russia claims US strikes on Iran opened 'Pandora's Box'

At an emergency UN meeting, Russian Ambassador to the UN Vassily Nebenzia claimed that the American airstrikes against Iranian nuclear facilities would have disastrous consequences.

US attack on Iran:

US airstrike devastated Iran’s Fordow nuclear facility

Satellite images show heavy damage to Iran’s Fordow nuclear site after US airstrike. President Trump confirms strike, calling it 'a clear message to Iran.'

EU leaders call on Iran to restart nuclear talks after US strikes

German, British leaders and EU officials urge Iran to engage in negotiations with the US in the wake of America's strikes on Iran's nuclear program.

Before US strike:

Iran claims all enriched uranium removed from Fordow

A senior Iranian source claimed to Reuters that before the U.S. attack on the Fordow nuclear facility last night all of the stock of enriched uranium at the site was transferred to another location.

Hamas and Houthis condemn US strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities

Hamas condemns US airstrikes on Iran's nuclear sites, holds the US and Israel responsible. Yemen's Houthi rebels also denounce the strikes, expressing full support for Iran.

Israeli official reveals US, Israel practiced Iran attack

An Israeli official confirms to ABC News that, a year ago, the US and Israel conducted an unprecedented military exercise, simulating offensive strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. The drill, planned under the Biden administration, wasn't expected to be immediately relevant.

Friedman fires back

AOC calls for impeachment of Trump over Iran strikes

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) fiercely criticizes President Trump's order to bomb Iran, labeling it a "grounds for impeachment." Former Ambassador David Friedman fires back: The president just saved millions of lives and acted fully in accordance with law.

UN chief:

'Gravely alarmed by US use of force against Iran'

UN Secretary-General Guterres denounces US strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, calling them a "dangerous escalation" and "direct threat to international peace." This criticism follows his past condemnation of Israeli counterterrorism operations.

Trump:

'Iran's key nuclear enrichment facilities have been obliterated'

After US strikes on Iran's nuclear sites, President Trump announces a "spectacular military success," and warns Iran to make peace or face greater future attacks: There will be either peace or there will be tragedy.

The empty threat of Tehran’s Sewer Rat

As long as Khamenei breathes, peace will never return to the Middle East or the world. Any mercy shown to him is a betrayal of humanity. Opinion.

Gallant urges US to finish Iran nuclear job

In a joint op-ed with historian Niall Ferguson, former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant argues for immediate US military intervention to destroy Iran's last key nuclear site at Fordow.

Trump on Iran:

'Two weeks is time to see if people come to their senses’

US President says it's "very hard" to ask Israel to stop Iran airstrikes while they're winning, adds his two-week period for Iran is to see if "people come to their senses".

Amidst Israel-Tehran war

Europe, Iran talk nuclear program

European and Iranian diplomats meet in Geneva for the first direct talks since the Israel-Tehran conflict began. Iranian FM Araghchi backs further talks with Europe but denounces Israeli strikes and rejects negotiations with the US.

Report: Nuclear scientist assassinated in Tehran

Iran reported a targeted attack on an apartment in central Tehran. Israel confirms that the target was a senior nuclear scientist, who specialized in the field of weaponry.

Fordow countdown

Report: Israel considers unilateral action on Iran nuclear site

Israel is reportedly weighing a solo strike on Iran's Fordow nuclear site within days, despite preferring a joint US operation. Sources tell Iran International a 48-72 hour window is critical.

British Foreign Secretary:

'There’s a two-week window for Iran diplomacy'

British Foreign Secretary David Lammy meets Secretary of State Rubio to discuss Iran, stresses there is a "window" of two weeks to prevent wider conflict and ensure Iran never acquires nuclear weapons.