Iran

Shin Bet deports Turkish Airline pilot with Iranian passport

Captain sent to Israel in 'mix-up,' not allowed to stay for the night in order to prevent precedent.

Holocaust cartoon contest opens in Tehran

Cartoons depicting Netanyahu as ISIS, Israel as committing 'Holocaust' against Palestinians air as 'Charlie Hebdo' rebuttal.

Iran sends condolences to Hezbollah over death of commander

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Mustafa Badr al-Din's death will "strengthen the resistance against Zionists".

Cruz: Boost Israeli aid against the Iranian menace

In a strong op-ed, former presidential candidate demands Obama reverse 'failure' and fully fund Jewish state's defense for Iranian missiles.

Officer who oversaw American sailors captured by Iran dismissed

The U.S. Navy officer who oversaw the 10 sailors captured and briefly detained by Iran has been relieved of his duties.

Senior Iranian commander: The Americans are the biggest threat

Senior Iranian commander declares the United States to be Iran's greatest enemy.

Iran threatens to sink US warships

Islamic Republic's naval forces claim secret weapons arsenal at the ready to hit any US warship, brands America 'absolute evil.'

Iranian minister denies his country tested a ballistic missile

Iran's Defense Minister denies his country successfully tested a precision-guided missile two weeks ago.

Iran tests 'pinpoint' missiles capable of reaching Israel

In latest breach of international sanctions, Iran test-fires what it says is a new kind of ballistic missile.

Is the Iranian gov't responsible for Holocaust denial?

Iran's FM: No connection between the government and Holocaust denial cartoons contest. US museum: He is lying.

13 Iranian troops killed in Syria clashes

Jihadist rebels drive pro-regime forces from key village, inflicting Iran's worst losses over such a short period in the entire war so far.

Iranian general: Syrian opposition is actually Israel

Iranian army's General Staff Security Adviser claims Islamist rebels are 'subgroups of Israel's intelligence bodies.'

Irony? Rouhani against nuclear weapons in Korean Peninsula

Iran’s President tells South Korean counterpart he's in favor of a Korean Peninsula free of nuclear weapons.

Iran to grant citizenship to families of foreign 'martyrs'

In a bid to encourage more Afghan and other foreign 'volunteers' to fight in Syria, Iranian gov't increases incentives.

Iran sues United States over terror compensation ruling

Iran announces lawsuit in the International Court of Justice over ruling forcing it to compensate families of victims of terror attacks.

Khamenei calls to 'defend Palestine' against 'Zionists'

Iran’s Supreme Leader launches yet another verbal attack against Israel.

US Holocaust Museum calls out Iran Foreign Minister's lies

US Holocaust Memorial Museum refuted claim by Iranian Foreign Minister that competition mocking the Holocaust nothing to do with his gov't.

Iran: US 'incapable' of attacking us

Navy Commander says US doesn't have 'capability' to attack Iran, and if it did it would be critically damaged, echoing Khamenei's bravado.

No dollars for Ayatollahs, urge American lawmakers

American lawmakers introduce bill prohibiting President Obama from providing Iran direct or indirect access to the financial system.

United States to buy heavy water from Iran

Republicans outraged following announcement that the Obama administration is buying 32 metric tons of Iranian heavy water.

EU businesses 'held hostage' by US over business with Iran

EU business owners reluctant to make deals with Iran due to the threat of repercussions from the US, officials claim.

Obama promises vigilance when it comes to Iran

During a visit to Saudi Arabia, Obama pledges to remain vigilant against Iran’s destabilizing activities in the Middle East.

Iran blasts terror compensation ruling as 'theft'

Iran rejects U.S. Supreme Court's ruling forcing it to compensate families of terrorist victims.

Iranian FM uses Holocaust to justify nuclear program

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif uses the phrase "never again" in justifying his country’s nuclear program.

Netanyahu, Putin to meet over Iran, Syria issues

Meeting follows Iran receiving first parts of S-300 missile system.

US Supreme Court forces Iran to pay terror victims

Landmark ruling upholds 2012 law which forced frozen Iranian assets to be used to pay families of American terror victims.

Iran to receive S-300 missiles 'by the end of the year'

Russian official confirms Tehran will finally receive controversial air defense missile system by the end of 2016.

Kerry and Zarif to discuss nuclear deal implementation

Secretary of State will meet Iran's Foreign Minister amid Iranian complaints that it is not getting the sanctions relief it deserves.

Jordan recalls its ambassador to Iran

Citing Iranian interference in the 'internal affairs of neighboring countries,' Amman pulls ambassador.

Rouhani: We'll defend Muslim countries against Israel

Iran's president vows to defend Muslim countries against terrorism and Israel.

4 out of 5 Palestinian Arabs see US as an enemy

Residents of Iraq and Palestinian Authority overwhelmingly believe United States is their enemy. Nearly half see Iran as ally.

Islamic summit denounces Hezbollah for spreading terrorism

Most states taking part in a summit of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) denounce Hezbollah but stop short of blacklisting it.

Iran blocks Congressmen from nuclear inspections

Leading US lawmakers protest how Tehran is not letting them in to visit prisoners and inspect, even as top Iranians visit Washington.

Iran and Italy sign bilateral agreements

Iran and Italy sign a series of bilateral agreements as they attempt to restore ties following implementation of the Iran nuclear deal.

Iran cites 'truce violations' as 4 more Iranians killed in Syria

Iranian death toll continues to rise in Syria, as ceasefire teeters on the brink.

Pesach travel guidelines: Israelis at heightened risk of attack

National Security Council issues Passover travel warnings; Turkey, Sinai out-of-bounds for Israelis.

Saudi Arabia and Jordan reject Iran's 'interference'

Saudi Arabia and Jordan say Iran’s interference in the region’s internal affairs ignites sectarian strife.

Iran backtracks on S-300 missile reception

Foreign Ministry's statement amended to omit notice of delivery of the missiles, says instead 'first phase' of agreement was implemented.

Donald Trump publicly suggests selling Iran faulty weapons

During a rally in upstate New York, Donald Trump suggested purposely selling Iran $12 billion in missiles that don't work.

AIPAC opposes further sanctions relief for Iran

American Israel Public Affairs Committee opposes further sanctions relief for Iran, cites ballistic missile tests.

Iranian official blasts 'foolish' Kerry

Iran's defense minister rejects Secretary of State's comments that his country is is destabilizing the Middle East.

Kerry open to a 'new arrangement' with Iran over missile tests

Secretary of State says his country is prepared to work with Iran to find a solution to dispute over its recent ballistic missile tests.

Kerry asks Iran to stop its regional wars

Kerry calls on Tehran to 'prove it wants to be member of int'l community' by stopping its Houthi rebels in Yemen and escalation in Syria.

GOP bill seeks to block easing of financial restrictions on Iran

Marco Rubio and Mark Kirk's legislation would bar easing the rules on using American dollars in trade transactions with Iran.

Iranian execution 'spree' drives up world death penalty rate

Executions up 31% in Iran in 2015, including four minors; worldwide death penalty rate at 25-year high.

Top Iranian general: Iran preparing for all-out war with the US

America 'won't do a damn thing' to stop Iranian advances, Revolutionary Guards commander boasts.

More than 220 Iranian soldiers killed in Syria since October

Report reveals mounting death toll for Tehran as it continues to back Assad regime; Hezbollah confirms deaths of 2 senior commanders.

Obama blames Iranian behavior for lack of business interest

US notes that Iran follows nuclear deal strictly, but still provokes against Israel, supports terror.

Air France to allow female staff to opt out of Tehran flights

Air France says it will allow female staff to opt out of routes to Tehran, following directive forcing them to cover their heads.

Iran deploys elite 'commandos' to Syria

Iranian general says Iran upping its contingent of 'advisers' aiding Assad regime, as Russia scales back its own commitment.

French flight attendants refuse to work flights to Iran

Air France's female flight attendants declare they will not work on flights to Tehran if they are required to cover their hair.

Iran announces naval deployment in Latin America

Iranian Army Commander says Tehran plans to send warships and destroyers to Latin America, to work with anti-US states.

Air France crew told to wear headscarves in Tehran

Female Air France cabin crew reject airline's directive that they should wear a headscarf while in Tehran.

Cong. Meng demands answers on financial relief for Iran

U.S. Rep. Grace Meng asks Kerry to clarify whether reports that Iran will be allowed to use American dollars are true.

Obama: Iran agreement 'a substantial success'

President Barack Obama says Iran has made real progress on living up to its obligations in nuclear deal.

Iran paraphrases UN's Ban in justifying Palestinian terror

Iranian Deputy FM vows to help 'axis of resistance' in 'third intifada' against Israel, calls terror war a 'natural response.'

Obama considering easing financial restrictions on Iran

Republicans outraged following reports that Obama is considering allowing dollars to be used in transactions with Iran.

Khamenei: The future is missiles, not negotiations

Iran's Supreme Leader says missiles will be a part of Iran’s future relations with the outside world.

Danon welcomes call for response to Iranian missile tests

Israeli UN Ambassador: There must be consequences for Iranian hostility; sanctions should be implemented.

Western powers demand UN action on Iran missile tests

United States and European allies say Iran's ballistic missile tests defied UN resolution, demand action.

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