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Iranian military 'liberates' Al-Aqsa in war game

Iran's Revolutionary Guard holds war game simulating the capture of the Al-Aqsa Mosque from Israel.

World powers to help Iran redesign Arak plant

Six world powers agree to help Iran redesign its Arak heavy water reactor so that it cannot produce weapons-grade plutonium.

UN committee passes resolution on Iran's human rights record

Third Committee of the UN General Assembly passes resolution on the promotion and protection of human rights in Iran.

Iran's Basij Commander: Israel, not ISIS behind Paris attacks

In typical style, Iranian general says Israel to blame for massacre: 'Write Israel instead of ISIS to decode France attacks.'

US terror victims hold banks liable for Iranian terror funds

Families warn US banks that they have served a citation on Iran and will be responsible to victims for any Iranian funds held overseas
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Iran threatens to end nuclear deal

Rouhani warns that if US imposes any new non-nuclear sanctions, Iran will 'fail to comply' with obligations of deal; demands US 'apology.'

Iran says it will receive S-300s from Russia by year's end

Iran's defense minister says his country will receive air defense missile systems it ordered from Russia by the end of the year.

Rouhani: Israel is 'illegitimate'

Iranian President tells French television his country considers Israel illegitimate and believes in a "one-state solution".

Iran stops dismantling centrifuges, despite nuclear deal

Iran stops dismantling centrifuges in Natanz and Fordow due to complaints by hardliners.

Russia says it signed S-300 missile contract with Iran

Russian official reveals contract signed on supplying advanced missile system possibly capable of thwarting strike on nuclear facilities.

Rouhani speaks out against arrests of journalists

Iran's president criticizes arrests of journalists, which he himself had promised to stop before election.

Iranian losses in Syria 'triggering mutiny'

Source close to Revolutionary Guards tells Arab paper some Iranian officers refusing orders, as casualty count keeps rising.

Iran shutters first KFC for 'being too American'

Tehran shuts fake KFC branch down for association with American franchise, saying US is a 'major enemy.'

Iran detains five journalists in continued media crackdown

Authorities in Iran detain five local journalists, at least two of which are known to have openly criticized the government.

Iran arrests Lebanese-American with 'intelligence links'

Iran arrests Lebanese-American on suspicion of having links to the American intelligence community.

Yet another senior Iranian officer killed in Syria

Revolutionary Guards Colonel Ezzatollah Soleimani killed during 'advisory mission' near Aleppo, Iranian media reports.

Iran begins blockade of US imports

Weeks after Obama begins lifting sanctions, Khamenei's orders for an 'economy of resistance' carried out in blockade of American goods.

Military Intelligence chief: We're already at war with Iran

Maj. Gen. Herzl Halevi warns Iran rapidly closing in on Israel's technological advantage.

Iranian actress forced to flee to Dubai over hijab

Iran's ministry of culture targets Sadaf Taherian over bareheaded social media photos, exposes actress to public abuse.

Iran claims it will send warships to the Atlantic Ocean

Iranian Navy commander claims the country will send a fleet of warships to the Atlantic Ocean to show its "prowess".

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Meet Iran's new Gaza terror group

Arab journalist unveils new Shi'ite proxy Iran has deployed to grab power in Gaza, armed with new sniper rifles and Fajr missiles.

US, Iran to meet before multilateral Syria talks

US Secretary of State John Kerry will met Iranian Foreign Minister Zarif ahead of Syria talks, which will include Tehran for the first time.

Sources: Russia helping Iran deliver weapons to Syria

Western sources say Russia has been helping Iran deliver weapons into Syria twice a day over the past 10 days.

Are Russia and Iran serious about Syria talks?

Saudi FM says if Assad allies are serious 'we will know, and if they aren't we'll stop wasting time with them.'

Iranian foreign minister will join Syria talks in Vienna

Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif will accept invitation to join talks for the first time, after US agrees to include Tehran.

With Washington's blessing: Iran to take part in Syria talks

Tehran invited to join talks in Vienna for the first time, as White House continues to seek engagement with Islamic regime.

US reveals: Over 3,000 Iranian troops in Syria, Iraq

Top US military officer says Iran has 2,000 soldiers in Syria, 1,000 in Iraq; Defense Sec. hints at 'direct US action on the ground.'

As Iranian deaths in Syria rise, debate opens at home

Increasing numbers of Iranians are expressing doubts over Iran's intervention in Syria - but military operations look set to expand.

Iran reportedly open to discussing human rights violations

UN rapporteur says Iran is willing to discuss alleged human rights violations but hasn't taken any concrete steps.

Russia and Iran to strengthen cooperation in Middle East

Russia and Iran agree to strengthen their cooperation in order to bring stability and security to the Middle East.

Spy game: IDF jets held Iran strike dry run in 2012

US, Israeli officials reveal the breakdown in ties over Iran, as Israel had to spy to learn of nuclear talks, and US spied on strike plans.

Four countries demand UN action over Iran missile test

United States, Britain, France and Germany call Security Council to take action over Iran’s recent ballistic missile test.

Iran Threatens Nuclear Plants if Deal Not Implemented

Speaker of Iran’s parliament warns the West his country will build nuclear plants if the implementation of the nuclear deal is delayed.

UN Chief Urges Iran to Halt Executions

UN Secretary-General calls on Iran to impose a moratorium on executions after two juvenile offenders hanged.

Saudi Arabia Tells Iran to Stop 'Meddling' in the Region

Saudi Arabia's foreign minister warns his country is ready to respond if Iran continues to meddle in the affairs of the kingdom's neighbors.

Iran: Our Missile Test Didn't Violate UN Resolutions

Iranian Foreign Minister says recent test of a long-range missile does not violate UN resolutions, despite claims to the contrary.

Power: United States to Seek Action Over Iran's Missile Test

Ambassador Samantha Power says Iran's recent ballistic missile test was a clear violation of UN sanctions.

Top Iranian Commander Visits Syria

Qassem Soleimani spotted in Syria addressing Iranian military officers and members of Hezbollah.

France: Iran's Missile Test is 'Worrying'

France expresses concern after Iran tests a ballistic missile in violation of a UN resolution.

Iran Ready to Commit More Troops to Syria

Senior Iranian official says Tehran willing to bolster existing forces by sending more soldiers, if Assad regime requests.

Iran Unveils Secret Underground Missile Base

Iran's Revolutionary Guard unveils a secret underground missile base, says it is the "tip of the iceberg".

Iranian Council Approves Nuclear Deal

Senior council of clerics and officials in Iran approves implementation of nuclear deal with world powers.

Iran Confirms Two Senior Officers Killed in Syria

Senior Revolutionary Guard officers killed fighting ISIS in the same week as Iran suffers its highest-profile casualty.

Airlines Stop Flying Over Iran Over Missile Concerns

Some airlines stop flying over the region amid concerns over Russian airstrikes in Syria. At least one has missed and hit Iran.

Two Top Iranian Officers Killed in Syria

Less than a week after its elite commander in Syria falls in battle, senior Iranian officers killed fighting ISIS.

Gulf States in Talks to Buy Iron Dome from Israel

GCC is set to purchase system via the US so as to defend against growing Iranian threat, in signs of a begrudging defense alliance.

White House: Iran Missile Test Violated UN Resolution

United States admits a recent Iranian missile test was a violation of a UN resolution, but says nuclear deal will not be affected.

Iran Claims Houthis Destroy Saudi or Egyptian Warship Off Yemen

If true, claim suggests pro-Iranian rebels in Yemen have their hands on sophisticated anti-ship missiles, presenting a game-changing threat.

Iran Reaches Verdict in Case of Washington Post Reporter

Iran says a verdict has been reached in the case of Jason Rezaian. No further details available.

Slain Iranian General had Conducted '80 Missions' in Syria

Hossein Hamedani of the Islamic Republic's Revolutionary Guards Corps is the highest-ranking Iranian figure to be killed fighting in Syria.

Top Iranian General Killed in Syria

Elite Quds Force general Hossein Hamedani killed by ISIS outside Aleppo; general led crackdown on Tehran protesters in 2009.

Russia Denies Claims that Syria-Bound Missiles Landed in Iran

Russia's defense ministry denies American claim that Syria-bound Russian cruise missiles fired from the Caspian Sea had crashed in Iran.

Russian Cruise Missiles Fall Short of Syria, Hit Iran

Four cruise missiles aimed at Syria crash in Iran instead, according to US official who wouldn't detail regarding casualties.

Khamenei Bans Negotiations with the United States

Iran's Supreme Leader bans any further negotiations with the United States, explains the Americans harm Iran's national interests.

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Iran to Launch 50 New Oil Projects

Iran announces it will introduce over 50 new oil exploration and production contracts as sanctions are lifted.

Iran Threatens Germany Boycott Over Salman Rushdie Invite

Tehran threatens to withdraw from Frankfurt book fair due to outstanding death order against Rushdie.

UN Asks Iran to Help Foment Peace in Syria

Ban Ki-Moon urges Iran to 'promote political solution' despite Tehran's terror proxy support, backing of Russian military involvement.

Bahrain Warns: Iran is Trying to Rule the Middle East

Iran expels senior official from Bahrain embassy after Bahrain cuts ambassadorial ties; Bahrain protests Iran hegemony in UN.

Iran Backs Russian Airstrikes in Syria

Iran says Russia's airstrikes against Syrian rebels will help solve the crisis in the country.