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Iranian State Media Calls Irish Deal Opponent 'a Jew'

State-run PressTV reports 'Jewish Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney' has come out against nuclear deal - except she's Irish.

Iranian State Media Calls Irish Deal Opponent 'a Jew'

Iran Embassy 'Opening Soon' in Tel Aviv

Tel Aviv residents shocked to see a massive sign in the city center proclaiming an Iranian embassy will soon be opened there - will it?

Iran Embassy 'Opening Soon' in Tel Aviv

IAEA Says Iran May Have Built 'Extension' to Parchin

New IAEA report says Iran appears to have built an extension to part of its suspicious Parchin military site.

IAEA Says Iran May Have Built 'Extension' to Parchin

Swiss Ambassador Urges Companies to Invest in 'Stable' Iran

Switzerland's ambassador to Tehran says Iran is a "pole of stability" in the Middle East.

Swiss Ambassador Urges Companies to Invest in 'Stable' Iran

American Treasury Official to Visit Israel, Discuss Iran Deal

Acting Under Treasury Secretary Adam Szubin to discuss Iran nuclear deal with senior Israeli officials.

American Treasury Official to Visit Israel, Discuss Iran Deal

Saudi Suspect in anti-US Bombing Arrested in Beirut

Ahmed al-Mughassil may also be the leader of the Saudi Hezbollah wing.

Saudi Suspect in anti-US Bombing Arrested in Beirut

Israeli Conductor's Iran Concert Plan Enrages Culture Minister

Israeli conductor with radical pro-Palestinian views incurs Miri Regev's wrath for concert that will encourage 'delegitimization' of Israel.

Israeli Conductor's Iran Concert Plan Enrages Culture Minister

Police Complaint: Barak Endangered Israel's Security

Leaked recordings in which Ehud Barak comments on Iran and other matters is worthy of a criminal investigation, says an attorney.

Police Complaint: Barak Endangered Israel's Security

Report: Deal to Sell Russian S-300 Missiles to Iran Off

A report Thursday says the sale of Russian S-300 missiles to Iran may not take place, as the two sides wrangle over price.

Report: Deal to Sell Russian S-300 Missiles to Iran Off

Iran: No Place for 'Zionist Regime' in Talks with Britain

Iran's Foreign Ministry dismisses British Foreign Secretary's claims that the country changed its policy towards Israel.

Iran: No Place for 'Zionist Regime' in Talks with Britain

Edelstein to Push Israeli Opposition to Iran at UN Event

Knesset Speaker to visit NY to show off Knesset's environmentalism projects, but also promises to push Iran agenda.

Edelstein to Push Israeli Opposition to Iran at UN Event

Iran Calls on US to Release 19 Prisoners

Tehran insists US may be violating human rights in imprisoning 19 Iranians, despite imprisoning US citizens and refusing swaps.

Iran Calls on US to Release 19 Prisoners

Jews in UK Protest Reopening Tehran Embassy

Jewish Leadership Council chairman warns 'Iran shows no sign of changing behavior,' urges UK to 'be vigilant about Iranian threat to world.'

Jews in UK Protest Reopening Tehran Embassy

Iran to Let Israeli Conductor in for Concert?

Talks being held to let Berlin Orchestra with conductor Daniel Barenboim into Tehran - will his 'Palestinian citizenship' get him in?

Iran to Let Israeli Conductor in for Concert?

Iran Sending Afghan Refugees as 'Cannon Fodder' for Assad

Iran exploiting Afghan Shi'ite refugees by coercing them to prop up Syrian regime for incentives, leading to many of their deaths.

Iran Sending Afghan Refugees as 'Cannon Fodder' for Assad

Iran: 'No Plans' to Swap Post Reporter for Prisoners in U.S.

Iranian diplomat says Tehran has no plans to swap Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian for prisoners held in the United States.

Iran: 'No Plans' to Swap Post Reporter for Prisoners in U.S.

IAEA Chief: Arrangements with Iran 'Technically Sound'

IAEA chief Yukiya Amano seeks to ease concerns about inspections of Iran's nuclear facilities.

IAEA Chief: Arrangements with Iran 'Technically Sound'

Iran in Talks with China to Build New Nuclear Sites

Islamic regime presses ahead with new nuclear plans: after announcing 2 new sites last month, it now seeks Chinese reactors.

Iran in Talks with China to Build New Nuclear Sites

Students in Tehran Demand to Cancel the Nuclear Deal

Iranians protest outside parliament that is reviewing deal, warn of 'US intrustion' and 'American Trojan horse infiltrating Iran.'

Students in Tehran Demand to Cancel the Nuclear Deal

Iranian Official: Israel's Annihilation Still Our Central Goal

Senior official rebuffs British claims Iran's stance towards Israel has softened.

Iranian Official: Israel's Annihilation Still Our Central Goal

US Vet Helping Kurds in Iraq: Iran is a Greater Threat than ISIS

American training Kurds finds Iran doing same atrocities, 'it's just not as reported'; prepares for Iranian escalation after deal approved.

US Vet Helping Kurds in Iraq: Iran is a Greater Threat than ISIS

Nuclear deal in peril?

Cash-Strapped IAEA to Stop Monitoring Iran Next Month?

UN's atomic body admits it has no money to inspect Iran's nuclear program, asks member states to hand over more funds to let it continue.

Cash-Strapped IAEA to Stop Monitoring Iran Next Month?

German Foreign Minister to Visit Iran in October

Frank-Walter Steinmeier announces plans to travel to Iran in October, in a sign Berlin wants to rebuild ties with the Islamic Republic.

German Foreign Minister to Visit Iran in October

What is Life Like for Iranian Jewry?

Reporter who visited Iran gives details about Iranian Jews after historic visit. While they're not 'miserable', life can be precarious.

What is Life Like for Iranian Jewry?

Rouhani: Nuclear Deal a Precursor to 'A Better Situation'

'Interaction rather than confrontation with Iran was the right approach,' Iranian president Hassan Rouhani insists.

Rouhani: Nuclear Deal a Precursor to 'A Better Situation'

British FM: No Guarantee Iran Won't Build Nuclear Weapons

Before meeting Iranian president Rouhani, Hammond says nuclear deal 'best bet,' calls Iran 'too important' to isolate.

British FM: No Guarantee Iran Won't Build Nuclear Weapons

Iran's Zarif: Nuclear Program Our 'Source of Regional Power'

Iranian FM says world powers wanted to 'destroy' nuclear program that allows Iranian hegemony, but Iran won 'new tools of power.'

Iran's Zarif: Nuclear Program Our 'Source of Regional Power'

Report: Hezbollah Recruiting Fatah Members to Attack Israel

PA sources claim Lebanese terrorist group recruiting Al Aqsa Martyrs Brigade cells to establish network in Judea-Samaria.

Report: Hezbollah Recruiting Fatah Members to Attack Israel

'Death to England' Still Scrawled on Reopened UK Embassy in Iran

Iran didn't bother to remove or even cover up graffiti in embassy - including above Queen's portrait - for British FM's historic visit.

'Death to England' Still Scrawled on Reopened UK Embassy in Iran

Iran: Russia Will Deliver S-300s by the End of the Year

Iran’s defense minister says Russia will deliver S-300 advanced missile system by the end of 2015.

Iran: Russia Will Deliver S-300s by the End of the Year

Zarif: 'Too Early' to Discuss Reopening of American Embassy

Iran's foreign minister blasts America's "illogical attitude" towards Iran when asked about the reopening of the American embassy.

Zarif: 'Too Early' to Discuss Reopening of American Embassy

Barak Recordings, Pt. II

'Netanyahu Lives Inside a Cloud of Deep Pessimism'

Ex-defense minister says Netanyahu prefers being afraid over being hopeful, doesn't make tough decisions 'until he is forced to.'

'Netanyahu Lives Inside a Cloud of Deep Pessimism'

Abbas: Iran is 'Our Neighbor, a Sister Nation'

The PA chief is planning a trip to Tehran - and based on his comments, he can't wait to go.

Abbas: Iran is 'Our Neighbor, a Sister Nation'

It's Official: UK Reopens Tehran Embassy

British FM glows over 'diplomacy victory' at embassy that was closed in 2011 riot with Iranian state-backed forces.

It's Official: UK Reopens Tehran Embassy

'We don't need permission'

Rouhani Vows to Breach Iran Deal with Missile Sales

After threatening war if deal fails, Iran's president says 'we will trade rockets and won't wait for any permission,' despite UN resolution.

Rouhani Vows to Breach Iran Deal with Missile Sales

Meet Iran's Islamic Jihad Cell that Attacked Israel

ID of 5 Palestinian terrorists who fired rockets last week unveiled; license plates show they hailed from Iran hub of Damascus.

Meet Iran's Islamic Jihad Cell that Attacked Israel

Iranians Protest 'Illegal' UK Embassy Reopening

Iranian Deputy FM says 'we aren't considering ambassador renewal' despite Hammond's words, as student groups fume at Britain.

Iranians Protest 'Illegal' UK Embassy Reopening

Iran's New Launcher 'Paves Way for Longest Range Missiles'

Expert explains Iran's missile and satellite launcher unveiled today bring it closer to nuke-capable intercontinental ballistic missiles.

Iran's New Launcher 'Paves Way for Longest Range Missiles'

Rouhani Threatens War if Nuclear Deal Fails

'First line diplomats, if they fail it is generals' turn to come forward,' threatens Iran's president at unveiling of new advanced missiles.

Rouhani Threatens War if Nuclear Deal Fails

Iran: Obama is 'Confused' About What's Good for the US

After Obama claims military option still on the table, Iranian foreign ministry says his statement is 'baseless.'

Iran: Obama is 'Confused' About What's Good for the US

Barak: Ya'alon and Steinitz Nixed Iran Strike in 2011

Former Defense Minister claims Israel planned to strike Iran's nuclear facilities in 2011, but Ministers Ya'alon and Steinitz refused.

Barak: Ya'alon and Steinitz Nixed Iran Strike in 2011

Islamic Jihad: 'We'll Strike Even Where You Have the Iron Dome'

Terror group threatens Israel after IAF eliminates terror targets in Syria, denies firing rockets on Israel on Thursday.

Islamic Jihad: 'We'll Strike Even Where You Have the Iron Dome'

Netanyahu: 'You Rush to Embrace Iran, They Fire Rockets at Us'

PM warns 'we'll harm those who try to harm us,' slams world powers for nuclear deal after 'Iranian commander ordered rocket strike.'

Netanyahu: 'You Rush to Embrace Iran, They Fire Rockets at Us'

Israel to West: 'Your Partner Iran Attacked Us; Your Response?'

Official Foreign Ministry letter, ordered by PM, says, 'Iran ordered 4 rockets at Israel, clearly showing their post-deal intentions.'

Israel to West: 'Your Partner Iran Attacked Us; Your Response?'

IAEA Head 'Disturbed' by Reports on Iran Inspections

IAEA chief Yukiya Amano says claims that Iran would self-inspect its nuclear sites are inaccurate.

IAEA Head 'Disturbed' by Reports on Iran Inspections

Ya'alon: Rocket Fire a 'Promo' for a More Dangerous Iran

Defense Minister links Iran with rocket fire from Syria, warns things will get worse once the sanctions are lifted.

Ya'alon: Rocket Fire a 'Promo' for a More Dangerous Iran

Iran Behind Rocket Fire on Golan, Says Senior IDF Officer

The order to fire rockets from Syrian territory was given by a senior officer in Iran's Al-Quds force, according to the IDF.

Iran Behind Rocket Fire on Golan, Says Senior IDF Officer

4 Hamas Naval Commandos Abducted on Way to Iran - by Egypt?

Hamas accuses Egyptian intelligence of kidnapping senior commandos who were in Sinai en route to Iran for training.

4 Hamas Naval Commandos Abducted on Way to Iran - by Egypt?

UK to Reopen Iran Embassy Next Week

In a hasty move after nuclear deal, British FM to visit and reopen the embassy in Tehran that was closed after being stormed.

UK to Reopen Iran Embassy Next Week

White House 'Confident' IAEA Can Investigate Iran

White House downplays report that UN's atomic agency may allow Iran to self-inspect some suspected nuclear sites.

White House 'Confident' IAEA Can Investigate Iran

Iran's Parliament Picks Panel to Review Nuclear Deal

Iran's parliament announces composition of 15-member panel to review nuclear deal with world powers.

Iran's Parliament Picks Panel to Review Nuclear Deal

Iran Says it Denied Abbas's Request to Visit Tehran

Senior Iranian official tells a Hamas-affiliated website that Iran has declined a request from PA chairman to visit Tehran.

Iran Says it Denied Abbas's Request to Visit Tehran

Revealed: IAEA Will Allow Iran to Use its Own Inspectors

AP reveals: IAEA's secret agreement with Iran will allow the Islamic Republic to use its own inspectors to investigate the Parchin site.

Revealed: IAEA Will Allow Iran to Use its Own Inspectors

Did Obama Promise no 'Snap Back' Iran Sanctions?

Senators demand State Dept. publicize letters sent by Obama to world powers apparently promising 'snap back' won't hit their companies.

Did Obama Promise no 'Snap Back' Iran Sanctions?

Lapid Meets Influential Congressman, Stresses US-Israel Ties

Yesh Atid chairman expresses solidarity with Republicans during meeting with delegation headed by Peter Roskam.

Lapid Meets Influential Congressman, Stresses US-Israel Ties

Ukraine to Send Delegation to Iran

War-torn nation to seek closer ties with the Islamic Republic in wake of expected lifting of sanctions from Iran nuclear deal.

Ukraine to Send Delegation to Iran

Iran: No Nuclear Inspectors Will be Allowed without Approval

Senior Iranian official places another roadblock in the attempts to inspect Iran's nuclear sites.

Iran: No Nuclear Inspectors Will be Allowed without Approval

Iran Deploys New Fighter Jets Meant to Combat Israel

Iranian Defense Minister runs down military buildup, says UN resolution won't stop ballistic tests, four S-300s ordered from Russia.

Iran Deploys New Fighter Jets Meant to Combat Israel

Peace partner?

Watch: Abbas's Fatah Asks Iran for Money to Destroy Israel

Fatah terrorists show Iranian TV a terror tunnel from Gaza into Israel, demand money to ramp up attacks and 'liberate Palestine.'

Watch: Abbas's Fatah Asks Iran for Money to Destroy Israel

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Iran Shuts Down 'Tehran to Tel Aviv' Flight

Greek airline tells Arutz Sheva that Iran complained about non-existent direct flight, forced indirect route via Athens to be removed.

Iran Shuts Down 'Tehran to Tel Aviv' Flight