Iranian Nuclear Program

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.

U.S. Greatly Reduces Participation in Joint Drill with Israel

Washington has greatly reduced the scale of U.S. participation in a joint military exercise with Israel as tension continues over Iran.

'Time is Running Out' on Iran, Netanyahu Told Visiting U.S. Rep.

A meeting between Netanyahu and a visiting U.S. lawmaker reportedly ended on a sour note over the Iranian nuclear issue.

Bolton to Israel: Attack, It's Your Right

Former U.S. Ambassador to UN says Obama will not attack Iran, so Israel has to do it.

U.S. to Israel: If You Attack, We Don’t Have Your Back

General Martin Dempsey: "I don't want to be complicit" if Israel chooses to attack Iran.

Iran Doubles Number of Centrifuges at Fordo

UN nuke watchdog IAEA: number of centrifuges at Fordo site doubled since May, Iran has increased enrichment by 30% in 4 months.

Iran's Supreme Leader Claims No Interest in Nuke Weapons

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khameini claims the country has no interest in producing nuclear weapons.

Iran Ramps Up Its Genocidal Rhetoric

UN Secy-Gen Ban Ki-moon Arrives in Tehran

UN chief Ban Ki-moon arrived in Tehran Wednesday to attend the “heads of state summit” at the Non-Aligned Movement Conference in Tehran.

Evidence Mounts of Iran ‘Laughing All the Way to Nuclear Power’

The IAEA tries to get tough with Iran at the same time it is expected to report Iran has installed 350 new centrifuges since May.

US ‘Responds’ to Iran with Second Warship in Gulf

“When the world calls, we have to respond,” says US defense chief Panetta as the second American aircraft carrier heads for the Gulf.

Iran's Chief of Staff to Sue U.S. Over Sanctions

The Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces says he will sue the United States for imposing travel and financial bans on him.

Rav Ovadia’s New Year’s Prayer: Destroy Enemy Iran

Former Chief Rabbi Yosef asks Jews to pray on Rosh HaShanah for G-d to destroy Israel’s enemies, especially Iran and Hizbullah.

New Image Suggests More Suspicious Activity at Parchin

ISIS exposes new satellite imagery which suggests that additional suspicious activity may be occurring at the Parchin site in Iran.

Talks Between IAEA and Iran Fail, Again

Another round of talks between the IAEA and Iran regarding its nuclear program ends without progress. No new talks scheduled.

Lieberman: No Way Can Israel Accept a Nuclear Iran

Foreign Minister Lieberman criticizes decision makers from the past decade, says they failed to take steps to stop Iran.

Netanyahu: Iran Accelerating Progress toward Nukes

Prime Minister meets US Rep. Mike Rogers (R-MI), notes inspectors' report cited in New York Times.

Ya'alon: History Will Judge the U.S. on Iran

Strategic Affair Minister Moshe Ya’alon places the responsibility on the United States if Iran realizes its nuclear ambitions.

Iran Has Installed Hundreds of New Centrifuges, Say Diplomats

Ahead of a new IAEA report, diplomats reveal that Iran has installed hundreds of centrifuges at its underground facility in Fordo.

Gabi Ashkenazi on Iranian Bomb: 'We're Still Not There'

Former Chief of Staff says Israel is not on the brink of war with Egypt, and is better off without Assad.

U.S.: There's Still Time for Diplomacy on Iran

State Department spokeswoman Victoria Nuland tells reporters: We believe there is still time for diplomacy to work with Iran.

IAEA to Meet Iranians, Demand Access to Parchin Site

IAEA to renew its efforts to gain access to Iranian military installations in which nuclear experiments may have taken place.

Iranian War Threat Chasing Away Foreign Investors

The war of words between Israel and Iran is being treated as a real war by foreign investors and customers, scared of the real thing.

Report: Netanyahu Pressuring Rabbi Yosef to Support Iran Strike

PM Netanyahu is pressuring the leader of the Shas party, Rabbi Ovadia Yosef, to support an Israeli attack on Iran, say sources.

War with Iran Could Cost Economy $42 Billion

A business firm says a war with Iran could cost the economy $42 billion (167 billion shekels) in direct costs and damages over five years.

Mofaz Demands: Keep Me Updated on Iran

Opposition head who vigorously opposes Iran attack wants the government to supply him with information about it.

Israel, U.S. View Iranian Threat Differently, Says Top U.S. Gen.

Dempsey says Israel and the U.S. have a different interpretation of the same intelligence reports regarding Iran’s nuclear program.

Video of Home Front Minister: Israel Won’t Let Iran Be a Threat

“The era of killing Israelis because they are Jews is over,” says Home Front Minister. “For first time, Israel’s existence is threatened.”

‘Obama Should Visit Israel, Show Muscle to Iran’

Obama should show Iran his muscle and visit Israel as a clear sign of support for a military strike, says ex-IDF Intelligence Chief Yadlin.

‘Obama, Americans Would Support Israeli Attack on Iran:’ Oren

Michael Oren, Israeli Ambassador to the US, says Obama and the American people would support Israel if it attacks Iran.

‘Israel has 3 Months to Strike Iran’

Long-time Israel activist Dr. Joseph Frager says Israel should strike Iran before November.

Barak: A Nuclear Iran Will be Infinitely More Dangerous

Defense Minister Ehud Barak in the Knesset: There are risks in attacking Iran, but it will be infinitely more risky if it has nukes.

Peres Under Attack for Undermining Leadership

MK Matalon: authority rests with Prime Minister. Source near PM: "Peres has forgotten what his job is."

Peres: Israel Can't Attack Alone

President undercuts government's stance vis-à-vis Iran in birthday interview.

Talk of Military Attack May Be Cover for Cyber War on Iran

Daily chatter of a military attack on Iran may be a ruse to cover a cyber war that could knock out Iran’s nuclear program

Families of Slain Iranian Scientists Sue Israel

Families of Iranian nuclear scientists allegedly assassinated by Mossad agents are suing Israel, they said at a press conference in Tehran.

Dichter Will Give Netanyahu More Support for Iran Strike

Avi Dichter's appointment as Minister of Home Front Defense was aimed at giving Netanyahu additional support for a military strike in Iran.

Iran: Israel Won't Launch 'Stupid' Attack

Iranian officials dismiss the possibility that Israel will attack Iran, say such a move would be "stupid".

Dempsey, Panetta Play Down Israeli Strike in Iran

General Dempsey says an Israeli strike won't destroy Iran's nukes, as Panetta says he believes Israel hasn't yet decided to attack.

U.S.: There's Still Time for Diplomacy with Iran

White House Spokesman Jay Carney clarifies that the U.S. believes "there is time and space" for diplomacy with Iran.

No One Wants to be Home Front Minister

War is looming and the post of Minister of Home Front Defense is free. There are no takers.

Demonstrators Outside Barak's Home: No Strike on Iran

About 200 people demonstrate against an attack on Iran outside the home of Defense Minister Ehud Barak in Tel Aviv.

Olmert: Netanyahu 'Irresponsible' on Iran

Former prime minister: "No reason to get uptight" over Iran; blames government for causing panic.

Netanyahu Empowerment 'Not Linked to Iran Strike'

Prime Minister gains procedural powers; Cabinet Secretary tells press: "Changes bear no relevance to fateful decisions."

24-48 Hours to Open Tel Aviv Bomb Shelters

It will take 24 hours to get all the bomb shelters in Tel Aviv open in the event of a missile strike, according to a city official.

Attack on Iran Means Regional War, Says Ex-IDF General

An Israeli military attack on Iran would ignite a regional war, former IDF Operations Commander Yisrael Ziv told Army Radio Sunday.

Massive Iranian Earthquake Far from Nuke Sites

More than 250 people have been killed in two powerful earthquakes in northwestern Iran, far from underground nuclear sites.

White House: We Have Eyes Inside Iran's Nuclear Facilities

White House spokesman Jay Carney says the U.S. has real-time information on the Iranian nuclear program.

Financial System Preparing for Iran Strike, Says Fischer

Bank of Israel Governor says the financial system is preparing for an Israeli strike in Iran and a resulting downturn in the economy.

Barak: Iran Strike – Only with Government Vote

Defense Minister Ehud Barak says decision to strike Iran would be made with government approval.

Michael Oren: The World Talks as Iran Acts to Destroy Israel

The world wasted 10 years of Israeli warnings on Iran’s nuke program and another eight years before imposing belated sanctions, says Oren.

Iran's Rial Sinks to Historical Low

Iran's rial sinks about five percent as the economy suffers from international sanctions.

Israel's EMP Attack Can Send Iran Back to the Stone Age

Netanyahu: Khamenei 'Not a Rational Leader'

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu explains in closed conversations why he is seriously considering attacking Iran's nuclear facilities.

Iran: Israel Bluffing, a Strike would be 'Suicidal'

Iranian "Supreme Leader," defense minister and parliament speaker say Israel is just engaging in psychological warfare.

Telecom Giant Admits Iran Dealings

In letter to legal NGO, Inmarsat confirms it gives satellite service to Iranian tankers despite sanctions against the country.

Rumsfeld Backs Netanyahu: Sanctions not Enough

Netanyahu is totally correct: Sanctions won’t work, and Israel will not tell the US of plans to attack Iran, says Donald Rumsfeld.

Leading Analyst: Why Israel Could Attack Iran Before November

"The period before the US elections is the best for an Israeli strike," says BESA head Efraim Inbar to Arutz Sheva.

An Attack on Iran 'Within Weeks or Months'

Former head of the Israeli Military Intelligence Directorate predicts that an Israeli attack on Iran could take place in the near future.

Iran Under a Threat from a 'Soft War', Says IRGC Chief

The commander of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards admits that the main threat on his country is the “soft war” being waged against it.