Iran

Khamenei says no chance of war, but calls to bolster Iran's army

'No chance' Iran facing war, says Islamic republic's supreme leader, adding that Iran must nevertheless work to strengthen military.

Iran denies transferring missiles to Iraq

Iran claims report it had moved ballistic missiles to Iraq was meant to create fear and affect Iran's relations with its neighbors.

A secret mission to Iran

Exclusive: Arutz Sheva discovers Russia's Chief Rabbi Lazar visited Iran - on a mission for Russia's Pres. Putin.

Iranian FM: US has a 'cognitive disorder'

Iranian FM Zarif slams 'bipolar demonization' of Iran, says it indicates 'cognitive disorder' on the part of the US.

Iran building a new base in Syria

New images show Iranian-constructed factory in Syria bears striking resemblance to Iran's Parchin facility.

Iran moves ballistic missiles to Iraq

Report says Iran transferred missiles to Iraq, placing Israel, Saudi Arabia, within firing range.

General: Government acting wisely in Gaza

Brigadier General (res.) Kahalani says politicians should not make military promises that could change when they come into power.

France: Iran cannot avoid talks on ballistic missile program

French Foreign Minister says Iran respecting nuclear deal but cannot avoid talks on other issues.

IAEA: Iran sticking to terms of nuclear deal

In latest report, UN's atomic energy agency says Iran is complying with the key parameters of the 2015 deal signed with world powers.

Netanyahu: We will act decisively against Iranian threat

PM Netanyahu says Israel must ensure peak performance at all times, promises to act decisively against Iran.

Iran's FM blasts 'warmonger' Netanyahu

Mohammad Javad Zarif fires back after Netanyahu says Israel is focused on preventing the Iranian regime from acquiring nuclear weapons.

PM: Only the strong can make peace

PM says Israel can only have peace if it is strong at ceremony marking naming of nuclear research facility after Shimon Peres.

Israel Warns Tehran:

'We will not allow Iran to remain in Syria'

After Iran, Syria sign agreement, senior Israeli minister warns that Israel will not permit Iran to use Syria as base for attacks.

US, Israel team up to tighten Iran sanctions

Israeli Finance Minister, US Treasury Secretary meet in Washington, form joint team to ramp up economic sanctions on Tehran.

Pro-Israel PAC raises $500,000 for embattled Democrat senator

Pro-Israel group helps raise half a million dollars for Senator Bob Menendez, one of the few Democrats to oppose Iran nuclear deal.

Iran says it captured spies working in state bodies

Iran's Intelligence Minister says security forces arrested spies working in state bodies, many of them dual nationals.

Iranian MPs call to put Rouhani on trial

Iran's parliament rejects President Rouhani's explanations of dire economic situation in wake of renewed US sanctions.

Senior political source:

'We'll continue action to remove Iran from border'

Source responds to reports of military cooperation agreement between Syria and Iran. 'PM will continue exerting pressure on Iranian regime.'

Rouhani admits: People losing faith in Iranian government

Iran's president summoned for first time to parliament, says US sanctions causing 'economic problems', but remains defiant.

Report: Trump offered US pullout for partial Iranian retreat

Lebanese paper claims US delegation met in secret with Syrian leaders, offered withdrawal in exchange for Iranian pullback from border.

Pompeo: We will defend ourselves against Iran's claims

Secretary of State says United States will "vigorously defend" itself against Iran's challenge in the International Court of Justice.

Iranian Defense Minister:

'Netanyahu is causing tension in the region'

Iranian Defense Minister claims Netanyahu is maintaining tension in the Middle East in order to have an economic impact on Iran.

Iran claims control of Strait of Hormuz

Iranian naval general says Iran has 'complete control' of shipping lanes through which a third of the world's oil passes.

Will international court force US to lift Iran sanctions?

International Court of Justice begins hearings after Iran demands court suspend US sanctions while case is determined.

Iran inks deal with Syria, vows to continue military cooperation

Despite demands by US that Iran withdraw forces from Syria, Tehran signs deal with Assad regime, vows to continue military cooperation.

ANALYSIS: Dangerous stand-off between Russia and US over Syria

The Syrian war is far from over and could blow up into a regional or even world conflict.

2 dead after earthquake hits Iran

2 reported dead, dozens injured as 5.9-magnitude earthquake hits western Iran. Quake reportedly felt as far as Baghdad.

EXCLUSIVE: Iran to be the guest of honor at Italy's main book fair

Accounts with ties to Iran removed from YouTube

Google deletes 58 accounts with ties to Iran on YouTube and other sites.

ANALYSIS: US military to stay in Syria to stop Iran

President Trump insists US will remain in Syria to ensure Iran's departure. Will US be drawn into next major battle in northwest Syria?

British Airways, Air France scrap all Iran-bound flights

Airlines say direct flights to Iran 'not commercially viable.'

Revolutionary Guards:

'We will increase our defensive capabilities'

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps vows that it will not surrender to pressure over its missile program.

'We will hit Israel if US attacks Iran'

Senior Iranian cleric rejects Trump's offer to negotiate, vows to hit Israel if US attacks Iran.

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Bolton: No 'quid pro quo' in Jerusalem embassy move

NSA John Bolton says President Trump's statement that Israel will pay 'higher price' for embassy move doesn't indicate change in policy.

Iran unveils domestic fighter jet

President Hassan Rouhani insists Tehran's military strength is meant to deter enemies and create "lasting peace".

Iranians indicted in U.S. for spying on Jewish facility

Two Iranian men indicted for allegedly spying for Tehran in the United States.

ANALYSIS: Meet the most dangerous Iranian

Qassem Soleimani, dubbed by Iran's Supreme Leader as the 'living martyr of the Revolution', is one of the most dangerous men in the Mideast.

Bolton, Netanyahu trash 'wretched' Iran nuclear deal

Trump's National Security Advisor laments 'wretched' Iran nuclear deal in talks with Netanyahu, says US will block Iranian nuclear weapon.

Iran: EU must speed up efforts to save nuclear deal

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Bahram Kasami says world powers must increase effort if they seek to uphold accords.

Zarif: EU not ready to 'pay the price' of defying Washington

Iran's Foreign Minister says Europe has not yet shown willingness to save 2015 nuclear deal.

'Russia, Israel, and US agree - Iran must leave Syria'

NSA John Bolton says Putin doesn't have 'same interests' as Iran, agrees with US, Israeli demand that Iran withdraw forces from Syria.

Bolton:

Meddling by Iran, North Korea, China could affect 2018 midterms

National Security Advisor John Bolton says Russia not only threat to integrity of US elections, warns Iran, China, N. Korea also 'meddling'.

Iran to unveil new fighter jet

Iran will present new plane, equipment, on August 22, report says.

ANALYSIS: Iran and ISIS profiting from turmoil in Iraq

The resurge of ISIS is taking place against the backdrop of a continuing popular uprising in the south of Iraq.

Iran unveils new short-range missile

Iranian Defense Ministry unveils new short-range missile, says country increases its power 'every day.'

Khamenei: We won't negotiate with the US

Iranian Supreme Leader Khamenei refuses to negotiate with US Pres. Trump, says Iran's problems are 'internal,' not due to sanctions.

Putin meets Iranian president

Russian, Iranian presidents meet on sidelines of Caspian Summit, praise their work to ensure Assad's victory in Syria.

US to UK: Stand by our side

US Ambassador Johnson asks UK to use its diplomatic influence to pressure Iran into 'changing course.'

Iran to bring back enriched uranium from Russia

Iran to bring back a second batch of enriched uranium it sent to Russia in 2015 as part of its commitments under nuclear deal.

Iran: Soccer fans shout 'death to the dictator'

Local police beat soccer fans calling for death of Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei.

Iran test-fires ballistic missile

U.S. officials say Iran test-fired a ballistic missile before Trump reimposed sanctions on it.

ANALYSIS: Iran tightening the noose around Israel

Is Iran preventing an Israel-Hamas agreement and is it behind current escalation?

A call to my fellow Iranians

U.S. General:

'Iran's drill in the Gulf meant to send a message'

U.S. general says Iranian naval exercise around Strait of Hormuz was meant to send a message to Washington before it reimposed sanctions.

Gatestone Institute:

'EU unable to neutralize US sanctions against Iran'

'Fines in multibillions these days so it's just not worth risk for small piece of business and maybe pleasing European government.'

EU urges trade with Iran despite U.S. sanctions

EU foreign policy chief insists Iran upheld its commitments under 2015 nuclear deal.

Inside the Iran sanctions: Can they be effective?

For President Trump and his foreign policy Team, cracking the Islamic Republic is job number one.

Iran's economic collapse: 'People selling their kidneys'

Iran expert says ordinary Iranians already suffering greatly under current regime even before new sanctions.

Trump on sanctions: I am asking for world peace, nothing less!

US Pres. Trump promises: Anyone doing business with Iran won't do business with the US.

Bolton:

'I wouldn't underestimate how determined President Trump is'

US National Security Advisor to the President Ambassador John Bolton on Iran and China: 'I think the effects are already being felt.'