German Foreign Minister Speaks Out Against S-300 Deal
German Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier says it is "too early" to think about rewarding Iran with S-300 missile systems.
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German Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier says it is "too early" to think about rewarding Iran with S-300 missile systems.

Senate Foreign Relations Committee unanimously approves legislation that would require Congress approval of deal with Iran.

Bipartisan letter warns Kerry Russia's sale to Iran will remove US military threat, shows Russia can't be trusted in nuclear talks.

PM calls Putin, tells him sale of advanced missile system will shake regional security; system could nix strike on nuclear facilities.

Back in 2010 Obama claimed victory in stopping Russia from making sale, but now it's set to happen White House is keeping mum.

Veteran of Clinton and Bush White Houses says the next president must work closely with Israel to contain Tehran's aggressive ambitions.

Ya'alon warns that the current deal is widening Iran's grasp in the Middle East, any deal must include an anti-terror clause.

House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy says he supports bill that would force Obama to submit any agreement with Iran for Congress approval.

Russia’s Foreign Minister says the S-300 anti-missile system is "of a purely defensive nature" and won't harm Israel if given to Iran.

UN atomic watchdog to hold talks in Tehran seeking to jumpstart its probe into Iran's alleged past efforts to develop nuclear weapons.

The United States voices concern after Russian President lifts a ban on shipments of advanced missile systems to Iran.

Iran’s Defense Minister welcomes Russia’s decision to lift a ban on the delivery of S-300 anti-missile rocket systems to his country.

Prime Minister Netanyahu warns that international concessions are only galvanizing Iran into action, hours after Moscow lifts missile ban.

Decision to lift ban on providing S-300 missiles to Iran proves the deal will be 'exploited,' Yuval Steinitz fires.

Despite the regime's best efforts, ideological challenges are still permeating in Iranian society.

Obama may have threatened to veto Congress opposition, but states say they will keep their sanctions in what may be a deal breaker.

US steps up intel and naval boarding to block Iran from providing missiles that would let Houthis foil Saudi-led airstrikes.

Contradiction that may threaten final deal continues to balloon as Iranian leaders deny Western claims of gradual sanction rollback.

Jason Rezaian, detained in Iran for over eight months, accused of "espionage" and "acting against national security".

Secretary of State John Kerry says lawmakers should "hold their fire" as negotiations with Iran continue.

Iran must release a fact sheet 'immediately,' 212 lawmakers claim, to prevent West 'taking advantage' of the terms.

Both countries have strengths that the other can use in a regional alliance against Iran, but Israel has a stronger hand than some think.

Officials say the deadline could be extended at the Ayatollah's whim, days after Khamenei said 'no guarantees' Iran will follow the deal.

'All of the things I warned about vis-a-vis the framework agreement [...] are coming true before our eyes," Netanyahu laments.

POTUS says Netanyahu has yet to provide alternatives to a deal, wants to wait for Congressional review until final draft.

Iranian Revolutionary Guards Commander Jafari accuses US of 'psychological warfare' in faking nuclear fact sheet to dupe its allies.

Increasingly open Iranian footprint in Yemen, as Hezbollah fighters reportedly operating alongside Iranian Revolutionary Guards.

After Iran's very public role in Tikrit battle, Biden claims Iraq doesn't want to be 'vassal state,' says ISIS unified all Iraqis.

Arabic media reports Iran has appointed new spy master backing terror groups and gathering intel in Arab countries.

Iran will not sign off on its nuclear deal unless all sanctions against it are lifted on the same day, Iranian president insists.

An Iranian official at the UN is demanding a timetable for the world's nuclear powers to disarm.

In an interview with the Washington Post, Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon argues West could have done much better on the Iran deal.

The United States will not allow Tehran to run amok and do as it pleases in the Middle East, said Secretary of State John Kerry.

Famous former secretaries of state Kissinger and Shultz break down the nuclear deal, and why it demands US 'soul-searching.'

Turkish and Iranian presidents confer, avoiding detailed talk on Yemen fallout and focusing on bilateral trade in wake of nuclear deal.

Netanyahu points out framework deal ignores ICBM program 'whose sole purpose is to carry nuclear payloads,' $100 billion goes to terror.

Hezbollah leader hails last week's framework deal, says it will allow Iran to back its terrorist proxies 'more than any time in history.'

As ISIS employs modern equipment, the Kurds are not getting new weapons at the same time Iran makes gains instead.

Speaking on Israeli networks, security adviser Ben Rhodes says US will consider all action - including military - if Iran violates deal.

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon denies reports of a schism in relations, but adds: Washington is paving the way for Iran to destroy Israel.

Intelligence Minister Yuval Steinitz outlines to journalists Israel's proposed terms for final nuclear deal between Iran and P5+1 powers.

Saudi Arabian government announces Monday that it welcomes interim deal, hopes final deal will rid entire region of nuclear weapons.

Israel will look to the US for security guarantees in response to an Iranian nuke, but how would it defend against strengthened proxies?

Canadian officials say they will only ease sanctions if Iran demilitarizes its nuclear program, noting Iran's record isn't trustworthy.

Comparison of US and Farsi text shows differences on centrifuge development, Arak's future, etc.; Obama's 'false claims' revealed.

Iran's ayatollahs on Sunday permitted women to attend sporting events, from which they have been banned since 1979.

Saudi Arabia is trying to build a bloc of Sunni states to combat Iran. Does that mean it will cut loose Israeli cooperation?

MK Eitan Cabel stands behind Netanyahu against Iran deal, accuses West of bringing 'religious maniacs' closer to a nuclear bomb.

Iran's FM Mohammad Javad Zarif says if West violates deal, Iran can take 'corresponding actions' and resume nuclear activity.

French FM says he originally rejected the deal but then Iran threatened to walk; report shows Obama gave up on original goal of the talks.

Experts tell science magazine deal will let Iran get advanced centrifuges, meaning it will be a short sprint from a nuclear bomb.

Turkish FM Cavusoglu says nuclear deal is even more lax than position reached in 2010 negotiations, hopes Iran 'will come to that line.'

ADL warns Islamic regime has proven it can't be trusted and will sidestep verification mechanisms; 'Congress must get involved.'

Despite fierce criticism, Kirk-Menendez Iran sanctions bill postponed for 3 more months; separate bill mandating Congress input to go ahead.

The security cabinet is meeting to debate the new Iran nuclear deal - what will Israel's course of action be?

Israel says deal leaves Iran with all its nuclear installations intact, allows thousands of centrifuges and research for better centrifuges.

Hours after announcement, Zarif slams US 'spin' of saying sanctions to be phased out and not dropped at once.

The Islamic Republic may be focused on nuclear weapons - but most Iranians seem convinced the deal will simply bring economic prosperity.

Analysts: Israel doesn't have footing to strike Iran's nuclear program, will catch them cheating and then 'it's a different ball game.'

House Speaker says Congress must fully review the framework deal with Iran before any sanctions are lifted.
