Iran

UAE Seeks Written Guarantee from Obama on Iran

UAE ambassador to Washington says Gulf states are seeking "security guarantee" from the United States with respect to Iran.

Israeli Ally India Signs 'Huge' Deal With Israeli Enemy Iran

Iran will construct a new seaport that will lead to a 'huge' increase in trade between India, a close Israeli ally, and its enemy Iran.

Report: Iran Releases Seized Cargo Ship

Iranian state media cites 'informed source' as saying MV Maersk Tigris released by port authorities; unclear if hefty fine was paid.

Iran Says it Will Become an 'Energy Player' After Agreement

Government officials in Iran say a nuclear agreement will allow the country to become the number one energy player in the Middle East.

Iran Claims it Chased US Warship in Gulf of Aden

Iranian navy confronted US vessel and several aircraft, causing them to 'rapidly' change direction, off the coast of Yemen.

Iran Threatens to Sell Ship it Seized

Iran claims it captured ship over unspecified shipping dispute, demands $10 million in fines to have it released or else will sell it.

Sudan Claims it Shot Down Israeli Drone

Sudan denies Arab media reports Israeli war planes hit Scud factory, missile storehouses near Khartoum, destroying Iranian missile shipment.

Corker: Senate Could Vote on Iran Bill on Thursday

Senator Bob sees an "overwhelming" vote to pass the Iran nuclear review bill as soon as Thursday.

US Trying to Free Ship Seized by Iran 'Diplomatically'

Rathke says US talking to Marshall Islands to try and return ship, won't answer if US has contacted Iran and won't list consequences to it.

Netanyahu: Deal Should Block Iran's Path to the Bomb

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu meets Senator Rob Portman, warns against Iran deal.

Watch: Activists 'Punk' Iranian Foreign Minister

Human rights activists hand out free ice cream at NYU event where Iranian RM Javad Zarif speaking, to 'celebrate' over 1,000 executions.

Iranian Cleric: Kerry Said he Wishes US Had Leader Like Khamenei

Senior cleric says Kerry told Zarif he 'wished US had leader like Iran's supreme leader,' adding 'US, Israel never were so weak.'

Watch: Netanyahu Tells Washington 'No to Iran Nuclear Umbrella'

In video message for Washington Institute anniversary, PM warns the nuclear deal fails the 'foremost challenge of our generation.'

UN Report: Iran Helping Houthis Since 2009

UN report proves Iran has been shipping weapons to Yemen's Houthi rebels since at least 2009.

Iran and Assad Vow to 'Intensify War Against Terror'

In ironic comment given Iran being leading state sponsor of terror, Syrian defense minister in Tehran speaks of joint civil war efforts.

Zarif: Anti-Nuclear 'Guru' Netanyahu Has 400 Nukes

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammed Zarif said Wednesday that Israel was the last country to criticize Iran's nuclear program.

Argentina to Compensate Victims of Jewish Center Bombing

Argentina will provide one-time benefits to heirs of 85 victims killed in 1994 bombing targeting a Jewish center in Buenos Aires.

Senate Rejects Tying of Sanctions Relief for Iran with Terror

United States Senate rejects effort to tie sanctions relief for Iran with a verification that Tehran is not supporting acts of terrorism.

Iranian FM: 'We Believe in Freedom of the Seas'

Iran remains “committed to freedom of movement on the high seas,” Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said.

Overstretched Hezbollah May Be Resorting to Child Soldiers

Death of teenage recruit in rebel assault this week may illustrate Hezbollah manpower shortage, as terror group stretched thin by Iran.

'Spillover'? Gunfire on Golan After Iran Tells Syria to Strike

Hours after Iran tells Syrian DM to open war against Israel on Golan and day after 'stray' mortar rounds, 'stray' shots fired. Coincidence?

Iranian Plane Breaches Saudi No-Fly Zone in Yemen

Saudis bomb runway at Sana'a airport to block Iranian plane from landing, amid fears Iran will further arm Houthis.

US Refuses to Condemn Iranian Seizure of Ship

State Department avoids condemning or even defining Iranian firing on and capture of Marshall Islands ship in international waters.

Iran Tells Syria to Attack Israel on the Golan Heights

Syrian defense minister in rare Iran visit told to open war front against Israel together with Hezbollah, as Iran seeks greater hegemony.

EU Wants Iran to Play a 'Major Regional Role'

Mogherini says nuclear deal will let leading state terror sponsor which has been expanding hegemony have a 'major role' in Middle East.

US Denies Report Iran Captured American Ship

Pentagon says vessel fired at and boarded by Iranian navy was not American; US Air Force jets scrambled to 'monitor situation'.

Why Iran Spends $35 Billion a Year to Prop Up Assad

Officials and experts reveal why Syria is so crucial that Iran spends mass fortunes despite sanctions and deploys thousands of troops.

Syrian Defense Minister in Iran as Assad Regime Faltering

General Fahd al-Freij in Iran to discuss cooperation between the two countries' militaries, as Assad regime suffers a series of losses.

Iran Demands Israel Renounce Nuclear Weapons

Speaking at NPT treaty, Iranian FM Mohammad Javad Zarif demands Israel 'renounce possession of nuclear weapons.'

Top Iranian General Says US Carried Out 9/11

Head of Iranian Ground Forces claims America attacked itself to sow discord between Shias and Sunnis, discusses attacking Saudi Arabia.

Confirmation of Arab reports?

Ya'alon: We Will Strike Iran Weapons Transfers to Hezbollah

Without directly taking credit for strike on Scud depots in Syria Saturday, defense minister warns Israel will block advanced weapons.

Iran Threatens Saudis After Aid Planes Blocked

Iran says Saudi jets stopped Iranian planes carrying 'humanitarian aid' to Yemen, as tensions between Sunni-Shi'ite rival states grow.

Turkey Battles Iran In Strategic Chess Game

Turkey is worrying more and more about Iranian power, but think they might have left themselves exposed.

China Warns: US is Wrong, North Korea Has a Wide Nuclear Arsenal

Concerned Chinese allies of N. Korea tells US it has 20 nukes - 40 by next year - as it continues to share technology with Iran.

Watch: Rouhani Presides Over 'Death to America' Chants

Prime Minister Netanyahu's office reminds Israelis - and the world - who the "moderate" Iranian president really is.

Report: Obama 'Obscured' Iran Nuclear Breakout Time for Years

Obama stressed breakout time of 1 year, but knew Iran only needed 2-3 months to obtain enough fuel for a bomb.

Iran Welcomes End of Saudi Operation in Yemen

Iran's foreign ministry says it welcomes the "halt to killing innocent and defenseless people" in Yemen.

Obama Admin. Won't Rule Out $50 Billion 'Signing Bonus' for Iran

Spokesperson Harf tries to wriggle out of addressing immediate cash bonus to Iran; 'largest cash infusion to terror sponsor in history.'

Iranian Spy Sentenced to Seven Years

Iranian-Belgian Ali Mansouri's legal team not expected to appeal; ruling handed down over a year after initial arrest.

Activist Urges Israel to Raise Kurdistan as Ally against Iran

Prominent Kurdish official urges Israel to support Kurdistan as a buffer to Iranian, Turkish expansionism - despite Obama policy.

Israel Won't Send Representative to Russia WWII Ceremony

In apparent snub over S-300 missiles to Iran, Israel will only send Ambassador to Moscow to represent it at Russia's World War II parade.

Australia Announces Intelligence Sharing Deal With Iran

Australian FM visits Tehran in first for over a decade, makes unspecified deal to get help tracking Aussie ISIS recruits.

Iran: We Won't Allow 'Foreigners' to Inspect Our Sites

Top Iranian commander dismisses West's demand to have Iran's military sites inspected as part of nuclear deal.

One year later

Bennett: Shelly Dadon's Murderer the Same as Iran

Both wanted to kill Jews for being Jews, Bennett stresses at memorial service, and Israel must say 'no' to both.

Druze Lebanese Leader: Nasrallah Is an 'Ingrate'

Lebanese Druze leader Walid Jumblatt over the weekend slammed Hezbollah for its support of Iran's assistance to Houthi rebels.

Iran Readies for War, Raises Security Level

As Iranian gears up for a possible showdown with Saudi Arabia over Yemen, Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei dismissed what “American threats."

Khamenei: US Created 'Myth' of Nuclear Weapons to Demonize Iran

Iran's Supreme Leader accuses US of creating 'myth' of Iranian nuclear weapons in order to claim 'Islamic Republic is a source of threat.'

Analysis

Obama Misjudged Iran's Power - Now Israel is Paying

Expert suggests that the US misjudged its own strength over Iran in talks and is balancing its ties with regional powers, including Israel.

2nd-Generation Holocaust Survivors More Anxious About Iran

Study: children of Holocaust survivors more preoccupied with the Iranian nuclear threat than children of non-survivors.

James Baker: Iran Cannot Be Trusted

Former Secretary of State says that much work remains to be done before a final nuclear deal with Iran is reached.

Obama to Discuss Iran Deal with Gulf State Leaders

President Obama to welcome the six leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council kingdoms for talks on Iran's nuclear program.

Dempsey: We Can Still Strike Iran Despite S-300 Sale

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff says Washington knows all about the system Russia is selling to Iran.

White House: Russia Selling S-300 to Iran Because it Needs Money

White House spokesman says Moscow's move to supply S-300 to Iran shows the weakness of Russia's economy after being hit by sanctions.

Iraqi PM: We Welcome Iran's Assistance Against ISIS

Iraq's Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi welcomes Iran's assistance in the fight against ISIS but warns Tehran to respect Iraq's sovereignty.

Iran and West to Resume Talks on April 22

World powers and Iran to hold fresh talks in Vienna to build on the framework accord reached earlier this month.

Putin Cites Progress in Iran Talks as Reason for S-300 Decision

Russian Presidents explains his decision to lift a ban on the delivery of S-300 missile defense systems to Tehran.

Rouhani Dismisses Possible Pressure from Congress on Deal

Iran's president says he is dealing with the world powers, and not American lawmakers, when it comes to nuclear talks.

Iran Holds Obama Responsible for Nuclear Deal's Fate

Iran's foreign minister says his country holds Obama responsible for making sure that Washington respects nuclear agreement.

Obama Hid North Korea Rocket Component Transfer to Iran

US intel officials reveal how Iran is getting advanced technology for long range nuclear missile during talks, Obama hiding it from UN.

Zarif: We're Ready for 'Irreversible Steps' on Nuclear Program

Iranian Foreign Minister says his country is ready to take "irreversible steps" if the West does the same.