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Zarif: We Don't Need Our Enrichment Right to be Recognized
Iran's Foreign Minister says his country's right to enrich uranium is part of the NPT.
Hollande Lays Out Four Conditions for Iran Agreement
French President insists on four points for an agreement with Iran over its nuclear program.
Hanegbi: Israel, America can Disagree
Likud MK reminds Israelis that Israel and America have been at loggerheads in the past. ‘No need to panic.’
Report: Israel, Saudi Arabia Plan Iran Strike
Israeli and Saudi officials are reportedly creating a contingency plan for a joint strike on Iran.
Russia: Very Good Chance For a Deal with Iran
Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov says that the world powers and Iran have no fundamental disagreements.
Netanyahu Urges France to Maintain Tough Stance on Iran
"We hope France will not yield" on its firm stance during talks with Iran, says Netanyahu ahead of visit by Hollande.
Zarif: We Won't Give Up Our Right to Enrich
Iran’s Foreign Minister is hopeful for a deal with the West, but stresses Iran will not give up on its right to enrich uranium.
U.S. Official: Deal with Iran is 'Close'
The United States and other countries are "getting close" to an interim deal with Iran, says senior administration official.
Erdan: What does Kerry Want Us to Wait For?
Minister responds to Kerry’s criticism: Should we cry out only when the sword is at our necks?
Susan Rice: There's a Deal, Iran Rejected It
National Security Adviser reveals some of the details of the deal offered to Iran, says there's no tension with Israel over the issue.
Nasrallah: Israel Trying to Lead the Region to War
The head of Hezbollah claims that Israel is trying to prevent a deal with Iran in order to push the Middle East into a war.
Kerry Warns: New Sanctions May Hurt Talks with Iran
Secretary of State tells Senate banking committee that new sanctions on Iran risk ruining talks over its nuclear program.
Netanyahu: Iran Being Given Legitimacy to Become Nuclear
Israel prefers a diplomatic solution to the dispute with Iran, but not the one being proposed now, says PM Netanyahu.
OU Concerned by Obama’s Backtrack on Iran
Orthodox Jewish group voices concern over Obama’s new policy on Iran.
New York Times Bashes Bibi's Iran 'Hysterics'
In the latest of a slew of attacks against the Israeli PM, NYT slams Netanyahu's “hysterical opposition” to proposed deal with Iran.
Zarif Hits Back at Kerry: Iran Didn't Back Out of the Deal
It was the United States - not Iran - that backed out of a deal in Geneva, charges Iran's foreign minister.
Kerry: Iran Backed Out of Talks
John Kerry deflects criticism over offering bad deal in Geneva, pins blame on Iran backing out of nuclear talks which will 'protect Israel.'
Analysis: US Rushing Iran Deal, Selling Out Allies
US-based analysts comment that America is rushing an Iran nuclear deal turning its back on allies, analyst notes nuclear arms race danger.
Republicans Hail France for Tough Stance on Iran
"Vive la France!" tweets Senator McCain after France prevents a bad deal with Iran over its nuclear program.
Netanyahu: I Won't be Silenced on Israel's Security
PM Netanyahu warns that the deal being made with Iran is a threat to Israel's security, reiterates he will never be silent on such matters.
Yaalon to World Powers: Don't Make a Historical Mistake
The West must not sign a bad deal with Iran that will allow it to continue its nuclear program, says Israeli Defense Minister.
No Agreement With Iran...For Now
Talks in Geneva between Iran and six world powers have ended with no agreement, but the sides will meet again later this month.
Yaalon: Proposed Deal With Iran a 'Historical Mistake'
"An agreement now, in the current conditions, is a historical mistake," warns Israeli Defense Minister.
Obama Calls Netanyahu, Updates on Geneva Talks
Amid growing diplomatic crisis and following PM's criticism over Iran talks, Obama calls Netanyahu Friday, updates him on negotiations.
White House: Bibi's Criticism on Iran is 'Premature'
The United States rejects Israel’s criticism of a proposed deal with Iran over its nuclear program, says "there is no deal" yet.
Kerry to Meet with Ashton, Zarif for Talks; Imminent Deal?
Kerry travels to Geneva for 3-way Iran nuclear talks with Iranian FM and EU's Ashton, concerns of sanctions relief for token gestures.
Obama: A Deal with Iran is Better than a Confrontation
President Obama says that an interim deal with Iran would provide "very modest relief" from the sanctions and could be reversed.
Iran's Foreign Minister: An Agreement Can be Reached Tomorrow
Iran’s Foreign Minister says an agreement on his country's nuclear program is within reach. His deputy says Iran won't stop enriching.
Kerry to Join Iran Nuclear Negotiations
U.S. Secretary of State will unexpectedly travel to Geneva, a strong signal that an agreement with Tehran is imminent.
Iran State TV Presents: Missiles on Tel Aviv, Dimona
As new round of talks on its nuclear program begin in Geneva, Iran airs threatening simulation of attacks on Ben Gurion Airport, key sites.
Iran: A Deal Can be Reached This Week
Iran’s Foreign Minister says that a deal to end the standoff the country's nuclear program could be reached in Geneva this week.
Report: West to Offer Iran a Cash Incentive
The British Times: West may offer Iran a cash windfall from its frozen oil revenues in exchange for progress in nuclear talks.
IAEA Sees Change in Iranian Position
Head of UN’s atomic watchdog says that Iran's new leadership has indicated a willingness to address concerns about its nuclear program.
Netanyahu: Keep Up the Pressure on Iran
The only way to get Iran to abandon its nuclear program is to maintain the pressure on it, says Netanyahu.
Iran: Anti-US Billboards Removed
Government’s apparent attempts to quiet anti-U.S. rhetoric angers supporters of hard line.
Steinitz: There Are Small Differences with the U.S. on Iran
Minister Steinitz says Israel and the U.S. see eye to eye on the final objective in regards to Iran but not always on how to get there.
Iranian Lawmaker: We Don't Need More 20% Enriched Uranium
Prominent Iranian lawmaker says Tehran is willing to relieve concerns about its uranium, but won't say it'll stop enriching.
Kerry on Iran: No Deal is Better than Bad Deal
It is too early to talk about easing the sanctions on Iran, Kerry tells Netanyahu during a meeting in Rome.
Report: Iran Proposed to Freeze Production of 20% Uranium
Iran’s proposal to the West includes a freeze on production of 20% enriched uranium, among other things, reports Al-Monitor.
Iran Says Israel Trying to 'Undermine' Nuclear Talks
Iran's foreign minister says Israel is trying to undermine progress in nuclear talks because of its "frustration and warmongering."
Diplomat: We're Not Close to an Agreement with Iran
A senior western diplomat says that, despite useful talks in Geneva, a breakthrough over Iran's nuclear program is "not close".
Israeli Official: Iran Should be Tested by Actions
"Iran should be tested by its actions, not its proposals," says Israeli official after Iran suggests a compromise in Geneva.
U.S.: Iran Showed 'Seriousness' in Geneva Talks
Iran showed a greater level of "seriousness and substance" in nuclear talks, says White House spokesman.
Iranian, U.S. Officials Hold Landmark Direct Nuclear Talks
After presenting its proposal to world powers, Iranian envoy meets one-on-one with U.S. counterpart in Geneva.
U.S. Official: Breakthrough with Iran Won't Happen Overnight
Washington is ready to offer Iran relief from sanctions if Tehran addresses concerns over its nuclear work, says a senior U.S. official.
Bennett: Nuclear Iran is a Danger to the Entire World
Minister Naftali Bennett tells Fox News that Iran's nuclear program is "not an issue of Israel. This is an issue for the entire world."
Iran's Deputy FM: We'll Hold Bilateral Talks with the U.S.
Iran will hold bilateral talks with the P5+1 but will negotiate on its right to enrich uranium, declares Deputy Foreign Minister.
Kerry: We're Mindful of Israel's Security Needs
The window for diplomacy with Iran is "cracking open" but Iran must live up to its responsibilities, John Kerry tells AIPAC.
Iran Says it Will Offer New Proposals to the West
Iran is reportedly going to offer a new set of proposals during the upcoming talks with the P5+1. No details provided.
Hollande to Netanyahu: We'll Remain Tough on Iran
French President reassures PM Netanyahu that France will remain "tough" with Iran on its controversial nuclear program.
'A Bad Deal is Worse than No Deal', Says Netanyahu
“A bad deal is worse than no deal" with Iran, Netanyahu tells a German newspaper as part of a series of interviews to European media.
Iranian Speaker: We Have a Surplus of Uranium
The speaker of Iran's parliament tells AP the country has a surplus of enriched uranium, then the Iranian parliament denies the remarks.
U.S. Official: We Are Ready to Talk to Iran
"The United States is ready to talk. We are ready to listen," says assistant secretary of state when referring to Iran's nuclear program.
Details of Iran's Nuclear Compromise Emerge
The Wall Street Journal has published details of moves Iran is prepared to make to see sanctions on the country lifted.
Iran's FM Insists on 'Absolute Right' to Enrich Uranium
Enriching uranium "is the absolute right of Iran," says Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif ahead of next round of nuclear talks.
Iranian Cleric: U.S., Iran Should Join Hands
A senior Iranian cleric urges Washington and Tehran to “join hands” to end the sanctions on the Islamic Republic.
U.S. Official: Enforce Iran Talks with Sanctions
Any diplomatic engagement with Iran should be accompanied by enforcement of sanctions, says Wendy Sherman.
Ashton Wants 'Best Atmosphere' for Iran Talks
EU's foreign policy chief says she wants to go to the October 15-16 talks with Iran in Geneva with “the best possible atmosphere.”
Iran's Foreign Minister: We Want to Reach an Agreement
Iran's foreign minister expresses hope that a meeting with six world powers will "jump-start" talks on his country's nuclear program.