Iranian Nuclear Program

Netanyahu: Iran Puts Zealotry Above Survival

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu says Iran's leaders are guided by "unbelievable fanaticism" and can't have nuclear weapons.

Panetta: Red Lines Are Political Arguments

Defense Secretary Leon Panetta sides with Obama, reject Israel's demand of "red lines" for Iran.

Livni Criticizes Netanyahu Over Dispute with Obama

Former Kadima chairwoman: Even if there is a dispute with the President of the United States it should be kept behind closed doors.

Official: Obama Rejected Netanyahu's Request for 'Red Line'

Senior official says the divide between Obama and Netanyahu in Iran has deepened after their phone conversation this week.

Langfan Challenges U.S. Senator Over Letter to Netanyahu

Attorney Mark Langfan refutes an angry letter by U.S. Senator Barbara Boxer to PM Netanyahu over Iran. No response from Boxer's office.

Netanyahu's Finest Hour?

Netanyahu Denies Meddling in US election

Netanyahu denies he is interfering in the US presidential vote by pushing Obama to take a tougher stand on Iran.

IAEA Passes Resolution Criticizing Iran

The UN atomic agency's board approves with a crushing majority a resolution criticizing Iran. China and Russia vote in favor.

Russia and China Join IAEA Resolution Criticizing Iran

New IAEA resolution criticizes Iran over its defiance of UN Security Council resolutions and its refusal to allow IAEA inspections.

Hollande Urges Netanyahu to Favor Diplomacy on Iran

French President calls Netanyahu to discuss Iran, stresses France's determination that Iran should suspend its nuclear program.

Comedy Hour at State Dept. on Iran and Israel

The US says there are two diplomacies – public and private. Israel is “private” when it comes to red lines apparently. But Iran is public.

Ya'alon Attacks Barak for Siding with U.S.

Deputy Prime Minister Moshe Ya’alon attacks Defense Minister Ehud Barak for siding with the U.S. on Iran.

Report: Head of MI6 Told Israel Not to Attack Iran

Report: the head of the British Secret Service made a secret visit to Israel and urged Netanyahu not to attack Iran.

Reconciliation? Obama Calls Bibi to Talk About Iran

Hours after the announcement that Obama would not meet Netanyahu in New York later this month, the two leaders speak by phone.

White House Plays Down Dispute with Israel Over Iran

White House rejects reports that Obama refused to meet Netanyahu because of Iran, says the two "won't be in New York" at the same time.

Report of New Iranian Nuclear Work Backs Up Israel’s Claims

A report of new intelligence that Iran is moving closer to nuclear capability strengthens Israel’s position and is bad timing for Obama.

Netanyahu Stands Up to Obama, Demands Red Lines

“The world does not put red lines before Iran and therefore has no moral right to put red lines before Israel,” Netanyahu declares.

Prayers at the Western Wall: Blot Out Wicked Enemy Iran

Thousands of Jews prayed at the Kotel for G-d to “blot out the thoughts of those who hate us and of the wicked enemy Iran.”

IAEA Chief 'Frustrated' by Iran

IAEA chief Yukiya Amano calls on Iran to open up the Parchin military site, where it may have covered up traces of nuclear activity.

Israel, U.S. Spar Over 'Red Lines' for Iran

Israel responds to Clinton's remarks about setting red lines for Iran, and Clinton's spokeswoman responds to Israel.

‘Red Lines for Iran Can Prevent War,’ Says Netanyahu

The sooner the West draws a red line for Iran, “the greater the chances that we won't need other types of action,” says Netanyahu.

False Flag Deception May Trigger Multi-Front -Iran War

US Has No ‘Deadlines’ for Iran, Says Clinton

The Obama administration has no “deadline” for Iran, says Hillary Clinton in an interview that is bound to be far from welcome in Israel

Lower Chance that Israel Will Strike Iran, Predicts Minister

Senior Israeli Cabinet Minister says that Canada and Europe's latest moves against Iran have reduced the possibility of an Israeli strike.

Romney Criticizes Obama: His Biggest Failure is Iran

Romney tells "Meet The Press": Obama’s biggest failure is the way he dealt with Iran’s nuclear program.

Germany: Iran Nukes 'Not an Option'

"We share the Israeli concerns about Iran's nuclear program," German Foreign Minister says in Jerusalem.

Israeli EMP Attack Could Throw Iran 'Back to Stone Age'

Israel might attack Iran by using electromagnetic pulses (EMP) which could send the Islamic Republic “back to the Stone Age.”

Jewish Advocacy Group Welcomes Canada's Decision on Iran

Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs welcomes Canada's decision to cut off ties with Iran, says it is "an appropriate Canadian response."

EU threatens new Iran sanctions

European Union nations waved the threat of new international sanctions against Iran over its contested nuclear drive on Saturday.

Ashkenazi: Military and Political Leaders Should Decide Together

Former Chief of Staff Gabi Ashkenazi stresses the importance of the political and military leaders deciding together on striking Iran.

Steinitz Attacks Barak: He Has Stung Twice Before

Finance Minister Yuval Steinitz attacks Defense Minister Ehud Barak in a television interview, warns Netanyahu against him.

EU Exploring New Sanctions on Iran

German Foreign Minister Guido Westerwelle says there is a growing consensus for more EU sanctions on Iran over its nuclear program.

Canada Closes Embassy in Iran, Expels Iranian Diplomats

Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister John Baird announced that Canada has closed its embassy in Iran and is expelling Iranian diplomats.

Netanyahu ‘At Wit’s End’ with US Stance on Iran

US lawmaker Mike Rogers confirms reports that Netanyahu, US ambassador had heated argument over Iran.

Barak: U.S. Ready to Face Iran on Every Level

The United States is ready to "face the challenge on every level" concerning Iran, says Defense Minister Ehud Barak.

'Next 50 Days Most Fateful Since Yom Kippur War' – Hanegbi

Former Head of Knesset's Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, Tzachi Hanegbi, hints at timetable for Iran attack.

Chief of Staff: War will Knock Lebanon Back by Decades

Lt. Gen. Benny Gantz hopes Iranian leaders will scrap nuclear program of their own accord. As for Gaza, he predicts IDF "will visit it."

Number 2 US Military Chief in ‘Secret’ Talks with Barak

The vice chairman of the US Joint Chiefs of Staff met Israeli Defense Minister Ehud Barak amid rising tensions over Iran's nuclear program.

Mofaz Challenges Bibi to Take Polygraph Test over Security Leaks

Mofaz turns the tables on Netanyahu and demands he be the first to take a lie detector test over a leak of security secrets on Iran.

Shas Minister Atias: About Iran, 'We Need to Pray'

In the framework of a discussion on Iran, Housing Minister Ariel Atias (Shas) told Radio Kol Chai listeners on Thursday, “We need to pray.”

Nobody Like Ahmadinejad Since Hitler, Says Peres

No one since Hitler – except for Ahmadinejad – has declared a desire to destroy an entire people and eliminate a country, Peres says.

Use Lie Detector to Catch Who Leaked Secrets, Says Landau

Cabinet Minister Uzi Landau wants officials to undergo a lie detector test to find out who leaked security secrets to the media.

Ahmadinejad Admits Sanctions are Causing 'Problems'

Iranian President admits his country has “problems” exporting its oil, says his government is determined to overcome challenges.

Political-Security Cabinet Discusses Iran

The Iranians are continuing to develop their nuclear program despite the sanctions, members of the Political-Security Cabinet are told.

Lieberman: Nuclear Iran Would Set Off ME Arms Race

A nuclear-armed Iran would set off 'a wild race to arm the entire Middle East with nuclear weapons,' Foreign Minister Lieberman said

Former CIA Director Says No Need to Attack Iran Now

A former U.S. Air Force General and CIA director says Iran cannot get the bomb before next year. "Let the US attack - it can do it better."

French Foreign Minister Warns Against Israeli Strike in Iran

French Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius: An Israeli strike in Iran will “turn against Israel”.

Netanyahu: 'Clear Red Line' Will Prevent War in Iran

Netanyahu tells wounded servicemen: Iran is racing with its nuclear program because it doesn't see a clear red line from the world.

Israel's Strategic Nuclear Doctrine: Ambiguity vs. Openness

Jerusalem must always prevent a rational aggressor from deciding to strike first.

White House Denies Secret Deal with Iran

The White house has officially denied having held secret talks with Iran over a possible attack by Israel.

Likud MKs: Netanyahu, We Trust You on Iran

Ten Likud MKs signing letter of support for Netanyahu over his handling of Iran.

Cabinet Ministers: U.S.-Israel Relations as Strong as Ever

Israeli Cabinet ministers play down tensions between Israel and the United States over a possible strike in Iran.

U.S. Mulling 'Red Line' Statement on Iran Nukes

New York Times: senior officials argue Israel is trying to corner Obama into a premature commitment.

Ben-Ari on Iran: Ready to Fight? Hit Gaza

MK Ben-Ari says that if the government is ready to fight enemies, it should start in Gaza. “We have bigger problems” than Iran.

Minister: Judge Who Opposes Iran Strike is Out of the Loop

Min. Gilad Erdan says Judge (ret.) Eliyahu Winograd does not know anything about Iran that other citizens do not.

WSJ in Scathing Editorial Justifies Israel's Mistrust of Obama

Largest U.S. paper says Obama's "animus and incompetence" are pushing Israel to strike Iran.

‘World Failing to Draw Red Lines on Iran,’ Says Netanyahu

The world is failing to draw a "clear red line" for Iran over its nuclear programs, Netanyahu told the weekly Cabinet meeting Sunday.

Ex-High Court Judge: Attacking Iran Dangerous to Israel

Former High Court Judge Winograd is the latest public figure to pontificate on Iran. “An attack would “risk Israel’s future,” says.

Intelligence Minister: If I were Khamenei, I'd Worry

Minister Dan Meridor says Iran refraining from breakthrough toward weapon for fear of war.

White House Responds to Romney on Israel

White House rejects Romney's comments that Obama threw Israel “under the bus,” says cooperation with Israel has never been closer.