Iran

Rouhani: Iran Ready for Prison Swap with Americans

Iranian President expresses willingness to work to free three Americans from Iranian prisons.

Iraq Steps Up Anti-ISIS Coordination with Iran, Syria, Russia

Iraq, Russia, Iran and Syria set up an intelligence committee in Baghdad in order to coordinate fight against ISIS.

Iranian-American Scholars: Rouhani on Political Execution Spree

Rouhani’s regime has engaged in what Amnesty International has described it as a 'staggering spree' of unjustified executions.

Watch: Haunting Video Shows Darker Side of 'Moderate' Rouhani

In powerful video, Iranian human rights group shows how behind his image as a 'moderate' lies a darker side to Iran's president.

Khamenei Demands Saudi Apology for Hajj Stampede

Iranian Supreme Leader accuses Riyadh of 'passing the buck' in tragedy in latest barb aimed at the rival kingdom.

Saudi Arabia Rejects Iranian Criticism Over Stampede

Saudi Arabia's foreign minister warns Iran not to play politics over the stampede that killed at least 769 people.

Iranian President Pushes for Probe of Saudi Hajj Stampede at UN

Iran President Rouhani insists on 'swift action' in response to 769 deaths during this year's pilgrimage.

Hezbollah to Get Russian-Made Tanks from Syria

Syria gives Hezbollah 75 Russian tanks to make armored division. Russia assures Israel that it has always been responsible in Middle East.

US Seeks Iranian Help as ISIS Strategy in Tatters

White House reaches out to Tehran to help broker 'solution' in Syria, as Obama admin's strategy fails miserably.

Iran Demands to be Part of Saudi Stampede Investigation

Iran demands to be represented in the Saudi investigation into the stampede that killed more than 700 pilgrims.

Iranians Mount Monday Anti-Rouhani Rally at UNHQ

Voices of Iran protest reminds UN in NYC that 60 million Iranians live under reign of Islamic terror inside Iran, with thousands executed.

Top Iranian Cleric: US is the Enemy of Islam

Ayatollah Khatami, part of elite council that elects Supreme Leader, claims US created ISIS and will sanction Iran's human rights abuses.

Europeans Rush to Invest in Iran

European companies meet Iranian counterparts in Geneva conference, anxious for sanctions to lift and allow trade with Islamic regime.

At Congress Pope Praises Obama Over Cuba, Iran

Pope Francis praises 'courage and daring' in rapprochement with despotic regimes, days after Cuba visit in which activists were repressed.

Iranian Sick of Britain Begs to be Returned Home

An Iranian immigrant fed up with 'unfriendly, violent' people in Manchester turns himself in to police, despite being in UK legally.

World's Top Insulin Maker to Build Plant in Iran

The world's top insulin maker, Novo Nordisk, announces it would build a $78 million facility in Iran.

Iran: We'll Protect Against Mideast Terror

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani hawks Iran's army as best defense against 'terrorism,' despite arming Hezbollah, Hamas.

France Seeks to Beat Business Competition in Iran

Paris opens business office in Tehran against 'fierce competition' from other European powers after nuclear deal.

IAEA Chief Granted Access to Covert Iran Military Site

Yukiya Amano granted access to Parchin, where it is alleged covert research to build a nuclear bomb took place.

IAEA Chief in Iran to Talk Nuclear 'Ambiguities'

Yukiya Amano meets with top Iranian officials over long-running allegations it conducted research into building a nuclear bomb.

Rouhani: Don't Take 'Death to America' Chants Personally

Iran's President says that when his countrymen call for the end of America, they are referring to the past.

Report: Iran Released 5 Top Al Qaeda Terrorists

Five released as part of swap deal in March, including Osama bin Laden's direct replacement.

Obama and World Mum as Iran Says Israel Will Cease to Exist

World leaders' silence recalls Nazi era, says ZOA.

'Iran is Teaching Gazan Children How to Murder Jews'

Research center head reveals Israeli policy mistake in focusing on Iran's nuclear capability, but not its training Gaza children to murder.

Negotiations with Iran were a Failure that was Avoidable

Jay Shapiro thinks that the world is at a crossroads on a scale equal to the situation in the 1930s.

Iran Women's Soccer Captain Banned From Match - By Her Husband

AFC captain takes to media, social networking to protest her husband's confiscation of her passport, legal under Sharia law.

Iranian Women Fined $260 for 'Bad Hijabs'

Two women given fine worth month's salary for 'bad hijabs,' highlighting harsh Islamic law of Iran where the headscarves are mandatory.

Assad: Iran Hasn't Sent Me an Army

In interview to Russian media Syrian president admits Iran giving military support, but denies troop presence despite numerous reports.

Kuwait Terror Suspects Deny Ties to Iran

More than 20 Kuwaitis deny in court they are linked to Iran and Hezbollah, allege they were tortured and forced to confess.

'Shana Tova', Tweets Iranian President

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani takes to Twitter to wish Jews a Happy New Year.

Iranian Cars Face Boycott - From Iranians

Backlash after local officials tell Iranians it's 'wrong and sinful' to boycott its cars, which Iranians say are substandard.

Iran Claims It Found 'Unexpectedly' Rich Uranium Mine

Iranian Atomic chief announces new mine containing far more ore than Western analysts expected before negotiating deal.

Iran: The Americans Had 'No Option' Besides a Deal

Iran's foreign ministry says the United States had to strike a nuclear deal because its sanctions and threats had failed.

Watch: Iran - Billions for Terror?

Short film exposes Iran's direct involvement with Hamas - and what the nuclear deal practically means for Israel.

Bahrain: Ground Offensive Needed to Fight 'Iranian Influence'

Bahrain's Foreign Minister calls for a ground offensive to eliminate Iran's influence in Yemen, via the Houthi rebels.

Report: Iranian Soldiers Actively Fighting in Syria

Israeli security officials say Revolutionary Guards have teamed with Hezbollah, Syrian soldiers to stave off rebels in Zabadani.

Netanyahu: Iran Leaves 'No Room for Illusion' Over Deal

Iran's Supreme Leader clear that 'the US is a Great Satan and that Iran intends to destroy the State of Israel,' Netanyahu says.

IAEA to Consult Iran over Nuclear Deal 'Ambiguities'

UN atomic watchdog organization mum on details of inquiry, which follows torrential criticism over patchwork nuclear deal.

Four Dead as Iran Revolutionary Guards Fight Kurdish Rebels

Spillover? Kurdish rebels clash with Iranian security forces at Turkish border, as fighting rages between Turkey, PKK.

Austrian President Travels to Iran

Austrian President Heinz Fischer becomes the first European head of state to visit Tehran since 2004.

Rouhani: Europe Has 'Historic Duty' to Help Migrants

Iran's President calls on European countries to fulfill their "historic duty" to do more to shelter migrants arriving at its borders.

Japan Looking for Business Deal with Iran 'As Soon as Possible'

Tokyo to send delegation to Tehran for bilateral investment negotiations despite implications of nuclear deal.

Iran Hints at Prison Swap for Jailed American Reporter

The speaker of Iran's parliament hints at the possibility of a prisoner swap to free detained Washington Post's Jason Rezaian.

Iran Objects to Kuwait Linking it to Terror Cell

Islamic Republic and known terror supporter cries foul over link to Hezbollah spying cell in Kuwait.

Iran to Confiscate Cars of 'Poorly Veiled' Women

Iran's police say women drivers in Tehran could have their cars impounded by police if they are caught driving with a poorly fixed veil.

Iran Unveils '100 Derogative Ways to Describe America' Display

Basij state militia stages burns US, Israeli, UK flags outside former US embassy in Tehran at govt-sponsored anti-US hatefest.

Saudi Arabia Furious over Iran 'Mohammed' Movie

Sunni world up in arms after Shia Iran allows film which depicts the founder of Islam's childhood; calls for boycott.

Kuwait Charges 24 Terror Suspects with Links to Iran

Kuwait charges 24 people suspected of links to Iran and Hezbollah with plotting terrorist attacks.

Iranians Arrested for Selling US, UK Flag Merchandise

Flags deemed 'Satanic symbols' despite nuclear deal, reopening of UK embassy in Iran.

Iran's Chief Judge: Attempts to Free Captive Americans 'Useless'

Iranian judiciary chief dismisses US Secretary of State John Kerry's calls to free imprisoned US citizens, says US 'hyping up' the case.

Merkel 'Disappointed' by Iran's Attitude Towards Israel

German Chancellor says that it not acceptable for Iran to continue to call for Israel's destruction.

Watch: Iranian Speaker Leaves UN Plenum During Edelstein Speech

Iranian Parliament speaker filmed leaving the UN plenum as Knesset Speaker Yuli Edelstein begins speech.

Iran Jails 'Israeli Spies' As Wash Post Reporter Awaits Verdict

Iran has sentenced two people to ten years in prison each for spying for the U.S. and Israel, with a third likely to be sentenced this week.

Kuwaiti MP: Iran the True Enemy of the Arab States

Gulf state once on good terms with Tehran drifts further away after Iran tries to market disputed oilfield, accused of arming terrorists.

Khamenei Aide: Fighting the 'Zionist Regime' is Our Policy

Aide to Iran's Supreme Leader denies British Foreign Secretary's comments that Iran has changed its attitude towards Israel.

Netanyahu to Italian PM: 'Future Belongs to Those Who Innovate'

Prime Minister Netanyahu speaks of bonds between Israel, Italy: 'Basic truths... bind our two countries and our common civilization.'

No Release in Sight for Iranian Opposition Leaders

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani hints reformist leaders confined to house arrest since 2009 will languish for longer still.

Iran Won't Allow Barenboim to Perform in Tehran

Iran's Ministry of Culture reportedly says it will not allow Israeli-Argentinian conductor Daniel Barenboim into the country.

Kerry Urges Iran to Free Jailed Marine

Secretary of State urges Tehran Iran to free Amir Hekmati after four years in prison.

Switzerland 'Regrets' Offensive Anti-Netanyahu Cartoon

Swiss envoy to Iran displayed cartoon showing doves defecating on the Israeli PM's head.

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