Iran

Netanyahu Warns Iran's Goal is to 'Rule the World'

At 111-year memorial event to Theodor Herzl PM praises his 'living doctrine,' declares that 'Zionism has triumphed.'

What Sanctions? Iran Gives Syria $1 Billion Bailout

Iran continues to prop up Assad's regime, dishing out its third new line of credit - even as it supposedly is crippled by nuclear sanctions.

Iranian Military Chief: ISIS is Defending Israel

Top military aide to Khamenei claims ISIS was created for 'Israel's security,' denounces Saudi actions in Yemen ignoring Iran's Houthis.

Iran Nuclear Deadline Postponed, Giving Congress an Edge

Deadline moved back 2nd time in as many weeks to July 10, doubling Congress time to examine deal; Iran: inspection refusal is 'inalienable.'

IAEA and Iran Hold 'Intense Discussions' on Nuclear Program

UN's atomic watchdog and Iran hold talks about possible military dimensions of the country's nuclear program.

Iranian Commander: We Will Never Hold 'Positive View' of America

Senior Iranian commander stresses that Iran will continue to view America as an enemy, even if a nuclear deal is reached.

Expert: Israel 'On Its Own' When It Comes to Obama

On a visit to Israel this week, Dr. Harold Rhode discussed several of the burning issues in the Middle East today.

Iran Demands: Lift UN Arms Embargo

Arms embargo issue the latest in last-minute demands as a Tuesday deadline for a final deal looms ahead.

Netanyahu Says Nuke Deal getting Worse by the Day

In meeting with Greek FM, PM promises to help Greece, accuses West of abandoning principles in nuke talks with Iran.

Jordan Arrests Iranian Agent Plotting Major Terror Attack

Suspect, a member of Revolutionary Guards elite Qods Force, was planning the worst terror attack in Jordan in a decade, officials say.

UN Atomic Officials Head to Iran as Talks With West Continue

IAEA says "senior officials" flying to Tehran, as Iran and major powers continue to discuss nuclear deal.

Netanyahu Slams Faulty Iran Deal

Current deal being assembled 'worse' than 1994 North Korean nuclear deal, Netanyahu argues, ahead of July 7 deadline.

Will Iran Nuclear Talks be Extended Again?

American official says it's "conceivable" talks with Iran could be extended past Tuesday if negotiators are on the verge of an agreement.

Our Incompetent Prime Minister and Government

Why are we waiting until we are attacked again?

Russia Says Iran Nuclear Deal Will Be Reached

Top Russian negotiator says deal '91% done' and talks will end 'in coming days,' ahead of deadline next Tuesday and Putin-Rouhani meeting.

French FM Leaves Iran Talks - For Now

France's foreign minister leaves nuclear talks in Vienna, promises to return on Sunday in the hope that sufficient progress is made.

Congress Demands Obama Step Back From Iran Nuclear Deal

Leading Senators urge a 'pause' in negotiations, slam administration official for saying nuclear inspections unnecessary.

Israel's First Ambassador to Iran Passes Away Aged 92

Dr. Meir Ezri, who pioneered Israel's close relations with pre-revolution Iran, dies ages 92.

Experts Warn Iran Deal Will Kill Nuclear Non-Proliferation

US experts says American approval on Iran's nuclear program will make it unable to prevent a global nuclear arms race.

Iran Receives 13 Tons of Gold in Sanctions Relief

Repatriated gold bullion brings interim deal relief total to $12 billion, as sanctions regime fails in stopping nuclear aspirations.

Israel Warns: 'Iran is like ISIS, Just Much Bigger'

Israel's government releases animated clip on day of nuclear deal deadline likening Iran to Islamic State.

Iran Blocked Holocaust Education Website Throughout 2014

US State Depatment's annual report on human rights finds Holocaust denial a continuing problem in the Islamic Republic.

Rouhani: We'll Resume Nuclear Work if West Not Committed to Deal

Iran's President threatens that his country would resume its halted nuclear work if world powers go back on a proposed final deal.

Iran Nuclear Deal Deadline Extended

June 30 deadline breached and reset for July 7, as senior US official warns Iran - in Farsi - it must not backtrack Lausanne agreements.

Report: US Released Iranian Prisoners as Precursor to Deal

Four prisoners released to Tehran in 2012-13 as part of 'wish list' Iran sent US for nuclear deal; three Americans still held by Iran.

Netanyahu Condemns PA Silence After Attacks

Silence is tantamount to endorsement of the wave of attacks on Israelis, PM warns in meeting with Italian FM; also equates Iran, ISIS.

IDF Appoints Special Team to Plan Strike on Iran

Chief of Staff appoints his deputy to lead crew examining military options day after Iran nuclear deal, as IAF drills for possible strikes.

Official: System Found to Give IAEA Access to Iranian Sites

American officials says P5+1 countries have drawn up a system which will give the IAEA access to all suspect Iranian sites.

Iran Deal to Yield 'Unlimited Nuclear Arsenal Within a Decade'

Netanyahu blasts 'potholes' in nuclear deal ahead of June 30 deadline.

Ya'alon: Israel Sees Iran as a Problem, US Sees it as a Solution

'I don't buy US narrative' which sees Iran as regional solution, Defense Minister states, a day before final nuclear deal's deadline.

Iran's Foreign Minister Returns Home for Consultations

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif heads back to Tehran as officials indicate nuclear talks will be extended yet again.

PM Blasts West for Ignoring Iran's Human Rights Violations

Netanyahu urges P5+1 not to rush to sign a bad deal with Iran, condemns world powers for pushing human rights record, red lines aside.

France Sets Three Conditions for Deal with Iran

French Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius sets three “indispensable” conditions for a nuclear deal which he says Iran hasn't yet met.

Kerry Arrives in Vienna as Deadline for Nuclear Deal Approaches

Secretary of State John Kerry to meet Iranian counterpart in Vienna amid reports that nuclear talks remain stalled.

Diplomat: Major Differences with Iran Remain

With deadline for a final nuclear deal four days away, senior diplomat says major differences remain between Iran and world powers.

Senators Trying to Impose Sanctions on Iran

Bipartisan effort in Congress before nuclear deal deadline seeks to extend sanctions and not allow US to 'unilaterally disarm.'

Massive Rally in Times Square to Demand 'Stop Iran Now'

Thousands expected at protest during Congress review of Iran deal featuring former Congressmen, ex-CIA Director and more.

Impact on the deal next week?

US Slams Iran for 'Inhuman' Rights Abuses

State Dept. folds to Cruz's threats, releases 4-month overdue report revealing Iran's rights violations days before nuclear deal deadline.

Countdown to the deal

Netanyahu Warns: West Conceding Too Much to Iran

Prime Minister issues last-minute warning to the West as deadline to nuclear talks looms in less than a week.

Eight Iranian 'Volunteers' Killed Fighting ISIS in Syria

Iranian death toll continues to mount, as eight more fighters buried in Iran.

Israel Willing to Sign Nuclear Test Ban - If Iran Recognizes It

Israeli official says Israel ready to ratify Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty - but can't work with a state sworn to its destruction

Secret Document Reveals US to Give Iran Nuclear Equipment

Covert draft outlines deal by which US and West give Islamic regime advanced nuclear equipment in return for toning down program.

US, Iran-Backed Shi'ite Forces Not Cooperating

Pentagon reveals Shi'ite fighters at Iraqi base where 450 US troops were sent, but that the two forces not working together to fight ISIS.

Khamenei Rules Out Lengthy Freezing of Nuclear Work

Iran's Supreme Leader says freezing sensitive nuclear work in the country for 10 years or more is "not acceptable".

Leaked Saudi Document: Iran Shipped Centrifuges to Sudan

Top secret Saudi memo leaked by Wikileaks contends that Iran shipped nuclear equipment to Sudan, a key route to Hamas.

US Holds Very First 'No Nukes for Iran' Rally

Days ahead of nuclear deal, first rally of its kind to take place as Denver demands Islamic regime not be allowed a nuclear weapon.

Iranian Ex-President: US Trying to Arrest the Muslim Messiah

In bizarre rant to supporters, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad claims 'evil' US gov't working to arrest the 'Hidden Imam'.

British Foreign Secretary: Iran Needs to Show 'More Flexibility'

British Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond says Iran needs to be more flexible to reach nuclear deal, doesn't rule out another extension.

Netanyahu Warns Jewish World: The Threat is Growing

Iran deal gets 'worse every day' and nuclear armed Iran greatest threat to Jewish people, Netanyahu warns in speech.

Death blow to nuke deal?

Iran's Parliament Approves Imposing Conditions on Nuclear Talks

Iran's parliament overwhelmingly approves bill that bar UN inspectors from military sites, undermining talks with the West.

French FM Tells PM It's 'Not Clear' if Iran Deal Will Be Signed

French Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius was in Israel to meet with officials and discuss, among other things, Iran's nuclear program.

'Obama ignored federal law'

Cruz to Fine State Dept. for Withholding Key Iran Report

Republican presidential candidate to fine Obama admin. for continuing to hide Iran human rights violation report that was due in February.

Diplomats: Iran and West Disagree on All Main Elements

Diplomats say Iran and six powers are in disagreement on up to 10 crucial elements of the nuclear deal and may need to extend talks again.

New Iranian Bill Could Undermine Nuclear Deal

Iranian lawmakers unveil proposal that would impose tough criteria for a nuclear deal with world powers.

Senators Slam Obama for Hushing Up Iranian Terror Threat

Senators and staffers reveal administration downplaying threat ahead of nuclear deal, as World Threat Assessment avoids all mention of Iran.

EU Announces New Round of Talks with Iran

New round of nuclear talks between Iran and six world powers will begin this week in Vienna, says the European Commission.

Report: Major Iranian Cyberattack Uncovered

Iranian hackers launched attack against 500 targets - 40 of them Israeli.

Iran Bans Smartphones for Officials Amid Espionage Fears

Iranian officials with access to classified information forbidden from using smartphones because of fears of espionage.

Highest Ranking Iranian General Dies in Syria

Islamic regime continues to pay painful price propping up Assad's regime for its hegemony, as IRGC major general shipped home in a body bag.

Iranian Slave Labor? Sure! Israeli Goods - No Way!

Activist goes undercover to see if Israel-boycotting businesses care about 'human rights' elsewhere. The results might not surprise you.