Iran

Rouhani: We'll respect deal if interests are preserved

Visiting Switzerland, Iranian President says Iran will respect nuclear deal with world powers as long as its interests are preserved.

ANALYSIS: Protests in Iran now endanger Khamenei's regime

Iranians grow increasingly angry at Ayatollahs' regime as severe drought, weak economy take their toll on Iran.

Report: Israel attacks Iranian weapons depots in Syria

Syrian media reports attacks on warehouses of Iranian weapons near Dara-Damascus road.

An unusual meeting at Barak's home

Report: Shin Bet chief Bet warned former PM of Iranian attempts to harm him and other senior Israeli officials while abroad.

Iranian official:

Obama granted citizenship to 2,500 Iranians before nuclear deal

Obama White House issued citizenship orders as 'favor to senior Iranian officials linked to President Rouhani'.

Trump Admin will not hesitate to punish Iran sanctions violators

State Department official says US will take action against any company which violates sanctions against Iran.

Iranian diplomat arrested in Germany for planning attack

Diplomat at Iran's embassy in Vienna one of 4 arrested for involvement in plot to bomb rally of thousands of Iranian dissidents in Paris.

Iranian general: Israel stealing Iran's clouds

Iranian Brigadier General Gholam Reza Jalali accuses Israel of manipulating the weather to cause Iran's drought crisis.

Iran denies shooting protesters

Iran denies reports that security forces shot and killed protesters during a demonstration in the city of Khorramshahr.

Giuliani: Trump will suffocate Iranian regime

Former New York Mayor suggests the end is near for the Ayatollah regime in Iran.

ANALYSIS: The Iranian Axis is nearing Israel's border

The pro-Assad coalition on Wednesday bombed Nawa, 12 kilometers from Israel.

Report: India to stop importing oil from Iran

Indian government warns national oil refiners to 'prepare for drastic reduction of zero' Iranian oil imports as US sanctions loom.

Haley advises India to 'rethink' relations with Iran

American UN Ambassador urges India to reconsider its ties to Iran as fresh U.S. sanctions on buyers of Iranian oil loom.

Iran reopens uranium enrichment plant

Iran reopens nuclear plant that was idle for nine years as it prepares to increase uranium enrichment.

Will Trump demand complete Iranian withdrawal from Syria?

Diplomat tells London newspaper that upcoming Trump-Putin summit will focus on complete Iranian withdrawal from Syria.

Greenblatt: Gazans deserve more

Trump’s envoy points out the destructive consequences of Iran’s influence in the Middle East.

US demands: Don't import Iranian oil after November

US State Department pushes allies to end imports of Iranian crude oil, plans talks to ensure global supply doesn't suffer.

Netanyahu to Iranians: You showed courage on the playing field

PM Netanyahu notes World Cup games, asks Iranians to imagine how life would look if their gov't invested in its citizens instead of in war.

Khamenei aide: The Americans and Zionists are weaker

Top military aide to Iran’s Supreme Leader warns that Iran has taken the necessary measures to respond to any U.S. and Israeli threats.

Iran unstable:

Protesters swarm Tehran's Grand Bazaar amid anger over economy

Record breaking currency devaluation triggers reported 2 million protesting. One US dollar: 42,550 rial.

Zarif: Failure to save nuclear deal would be very dangerous

Iran's Foreign Minister warns that failure to save 2015 nuclear deal would be "very dangerous" for Tehran.

BESA Center:

Russia in Syria: 'Caught Between Iran and Israel'

Moscow must balance between war ally Iran and important regional player Israel – states with radically different geopolitical imperatives.

'The Gonen Segev saga - a true tragedy'

Prof. Aviad Hacohen regrets that a man who was a minister and physician in Israel descended into the depths of treason.

Merkel: Solutions needed for Iran's 'aggressive tendencies'

German Chancellor says European countries share concerns over Iran's ballistic missile program.

ANALYSIS: Iran's endgame in Syria has begun

Only change in Iran's bid to form land bridge from Iran to Israeli border is switch to Syrian uniforms by Hezbollah terrorists.

Iran atomic chief: Europe's proposals aren't good enough

Ali Akbar Salehi tells UN chief that Europe’s proposals to salvage 2015 deal are not satisfying for Tehran.

Minister accused of spying: I updated the defense establishment

Former minister Gonen Segev expected to argue in court that he wanted to be a double agent.

FIFA asked to ban anti-Israel Iranian soccer player

Soccer fans file complaint FIFA against Iranian forward who reposted Khamenei's anti-Israel tweet.

Netanyahu water offer brings positive Iranian response

100,000 Iranians join Israel's Farsi Telegram account after PM offers water tech: 'We wish them death, they bless us with life.'

'Crazy nut; because of him Oslo passed'

Friend of former minister Gonen Segev in response to report Segev charged with espionage: 'Nothing he does would surprise me.'

Ex-minister turned spy:

'I wanted to fool Iran, return as a hero'

Former minister Gonen Segev, who was arrested for spying for Iran, claims he was trying to fool his Iranian handlers.

'From ideological treachery to treason against the State'

Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked expresses shock at indictment of former minister Gonen Segev, who spied for Iran.

Former minister arrested on suspicion of spying for Iran

Former Energy Minister Gonen Segev charged with spying on Israel, giving Iran intelligence in time of war.

PM: 'We're acting against Iran - in all of Syria'

PM briefs on talks with Russian President and US Secretary of State over prevention of Iranian entrenchment in Syria.

French carmaker Renault to remain in Iran despite sanctions

CEO of Renault says company will maintain its presence in Iran while taking measures to avoid penalties for breaching U.S. sanctions.

Report: Jordan won't name new ambassador to Iran

Jordan does not plan on naming a new ambassador to Iran, says high-ranking Jordanian source.

Iran tweets: ‘We stand with Israel’

Iran’s leaders have rallied thousands of citizens in an Anti-Israel March, but some Iranians are 'rebelling' against the regime.

How Trump, Israel and the Gulf States plan to fight Iran

Israel has quietly formed a partnership with the United Arab Emirates in an effort to check the influence of Iran.

ANALYSIS: Winds of war as Iran axis prepares for Golan offensive

A major battle against the rebels along the Israeli and Jordanian border seems unavoidable.

Report: Russia demanded withdrawal - Hezbollah refused

UK-based monitoring group claims Lebanese terror group allied with Iran refused demand by Russia to withdraw from southwestern Syria.

Russia: Avoid attacks during World Cup

Russia informs countries involved in Syria fighting, including Israel, it expects 'low profile' maintained during tournament.

Iranian official: We'll unveil new air defense system soon

Senior Iranian military official says the Bavar 373 air defense system will soon be operational.

Iran threatens to begin uranium enrichment at Fordow facility

Iranian atomic energy organization says it is ready to start enrichment at Fordow nuclear plant, 'when Supreme Leader gives the order.'

Hariri to Iran: Don't interfere in our affairs

Lebanese PM urges Iran not to interfere in his country’s affairs after top Iranian general welcomes Hezbollah's election achievements.

Iran to North Korea: Beware of Trump

Iran says North Korea should be cautious ahead of Kim-Trump summit because the U.S. leaves treaties.

Air Force ready to deal powerful blow

Former IAF Commander Amir Eshel: 'Chances of an initiated war against us in north are low.'

ANALYSIS: Why Europe gave Netanyahu the cold shoulder on Iran

Israel proved Iran is lying through its teeth on the deal, but got no reaction in European capitals.

Netanyahu: My unprecedented offer to Iran

PM offer to help solve Iran's water crisis, launches Farsi website with plans for water recycling.

G7 leaders: Ensure Iran's nuclear program remains peaceful

G7 leaders pledge to ensure Iran’s nuclear program remains peaceful, condemn Iran's support for terrorism.

Rouhani: Israel can never feel safe

Iranian President says Israel “can never feel safe” because it is “oppressing the Palestinian nation”.

Iran distributes cash to families of Gaza protesters

Families of Gazans killed while rioting near border fence receive cash from Iranian government.

Rouhani calls for mass protests on 'Al-Quds Day'

Iranian President calls on Iranians to protest against "usurper Zionist Regime" on annual day of protests.

Pompeo: We won't allow Iran to develop a nuclear weapon

Secretary of State says Washington watching reports on Iran's plan to increase its uranium enrichment capacity.

Iran: Advanced centrifuges facility will be ready in a month

Head of Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization says facility in Natanz to build advanced centrifuges will be completed in a month.

Netanyahu:

'Iran's desire to destroy Israel the source of Gaza's problems'

PM, in meeting with Theresa May, blames Iranian regime's hatred for Israel for Gaza's suffering.

Israel mulls massive expansion on Golan Heights

Deputy Minister and former Ambassador to US Michael Oren pushing plan to significantly increase Israeli population in Golan.

EU: Iran's uranium enrichment doesn't breach deal

European Union says first assessment finds Iran's uranium enrichment plan does not breach its commitments under 2015 nuclear deal.

U.S. Treasury: Iran has multiplied its support for Hezbollah

U.S. Treasury under-secretary for terrorism and financial intelligence says Iran's support for Hezbollah stands at $700 million.

Macron: Moving US embassy caused death

PM Netanyahu does not ask French president to withdraw from Iran nuclear deal, but to counter Iranian aggression in the Middle East.

Iran officially announces step up in centrifuge production

Nuclear chief informs IAEA that Iran Atomic Energy Org opening center for new centrifuges for uranium enrichment at Natanz nuke site.