Iran

Iranian Commander Killed in Syrian Battle

Iran's Purim streak continues after Khamenei hospitalization, as colonel is killed by Syrian rebel fire in Daraa.

Kerry Reportedly to Offer Nuclear Umbrella to Gulf States

In apparent admission of allowing Iran nukes, Arab paper reports Kerry to present Saudis with plan to defend against Iranian nuclear attack.

Iranian Official: Netanyahu is Like a Wanton Woman

Iran's Parliament Speaker attacks Netanyahu's speech for hypocrisy, claims Israel has assassinated dozens and wants to take over region.

Modern-day Purim?

Report: Iran's Supreme Leader Hospitalized in Critical Condition

Arab media reports Ayatollah Khamenei brought for urgent care in Tehran after several of his body systems fail.

Democrats Oppose Fast Tracking of Iran Bill

Sponsors of bill requiring Obama to submit nuclear deal for approval will vote against it if brought to a vote before March 24.

Iran's Zarif: We're Very Close to a Deal

Iran's Foreign Minister says United States and Iran have nearly reached a nuclear deal, but there are still details left to be negotiated.

Yadlin: the PA has Chosen a 'Diplomatic Intifada'

Exclusive interview: former MI chief slams Netanyahu for Congress speech, hopes to renew peace talks after elections.

Experts Agree, Iran Deal Won't Stop Its Regional Power Grab

Iran influencing entire Middle East through terror groups, and experts say that will continue regardless of deal on its nuclear program.

Fears that Tikrit Operation May See Massacres

Shi'ite revenge killings topic of concern in key battle for strategic ISIS stronghold, as US notes 'most overt conduct of Iranian support.'

Rouhani Calls Israel 'Greatest Danger' in the Middle East

Iranian president fumes after Netanyahu's Congress address, says 'Americans more intelligent than to listen to war-mongering regime.'

Argentine Prosecutors to Appeal Case Against Kirchner

Prosecutors renew efforts after judge dismissed case they took over from killed Nisman, charging Kirchner with bombing cover-up.

Is Israel Losing Favor in Kurdistan?

Turkish money and Iranian coordination in war against ISIS has Kurds poised to pull away from decades-old relations with Israel.

Rabbi Mazuz to PM: You Should 'Rise' in the Elections

Rabbi Meir Mazuz spiritual leader of Yachad - Haam Itanu party, congratulates Netanyahu for Congress speech.

Analysts: Iran Sanctions Did Enormous Harm to Country

Analysts Wednesday listed some of the economic damage done to Iran by the sanctions – and that damage has been substantial.

Washington Post: PM's Iran Arguments 'Deserve a Response'

Even if, as in President Obama's words, there was nothing “new” about the Prime Minister's Iran views, they still deserve to be considered.

Senate to Debate Iran Legislation Despite Veto Threat

Senate to begin debate next week on bill that would require Obama to submit any final nuclear deal with Iran for Congress' approval.

US Claims it will 'Confront' Iran's Regional Power Grab

State Dept official says US will oppose expansion regardless of nuclear talks, in apparent response to Netanyahu's warnings.

Iran Fires Back: Netanyahu Doesn't Have Influence

Iranian vice-president dismisses Congress speech, as foreign ministry spokesperson calls Netanyahu's 'lie-spreading repetitious.'

Al-Arabiya Editor Demands Obama Listen to Netanyahu

In surprising op-ed by editor-in-chief of fiercely anti-Israel paper, Faisal Abbas admits Netanyahu is right, Iran must be dealt with.

US Takes Back Seat as Iran Runs Op on Key ISIS Stronghold

US says it hasn't been asked to provide airstrikes for massive operation on Tikrit, although Iranian planes may be involved.

'Building castles on ice'

Obama's Iran Overtures Show 'He Doesn't Get Their DNA'

Fmr. National Security Adviser Amidror speaks about two fundamentals of Iran, folly of seeking regional stability from the Islamic regime.

Iran Blames the West for Muslim Terrorism

FM of Iran, top terror sponsor in the world, calls for Western 'soul-searching' over recruitment of jihadists from the West.

White House Denies it will Cut Israeli Aid over Iran Dispute

National Security spokesperson dismisses report that defense aid will be cut over Netanyahu's efforts to stop Iranian nuclear deal.

Netanyahu: Despite Disagreements Israel and US are Family

PM tells AIPAC states have 'family disagreements' but share values and goal of stopping Iranian nuke.

Analysis

As Nuclear Talks Drag on, How Iran is Slowly Encircling Israel

Tehran no longer even bothering to hide its aggressive expansion throughout the Middle East, even as nuclear negotiations continue.

New Bipartisan Legislation Challenges Obama on Iran Deal

Bipartisan group of senators unveil legislation that would require a congressional review of any deal made with Iran.

Iran and P5+1 Officials to Meet Again Next Week

EU confirms senior officials from Iran and six powers negotiating will hold more talks in Montreux, Switzerland next week.

Argentina: Charges Dropped Over Cover-Up in AMIA Bombing

Judge dismisses case against the Argentinian president, who was implicated in covering up Iran's role in 1994 bombing.

American Iranian Spy Could Get Just 5 Years in Prison

Muzafar Khazaee pleaded guilty to trying to smuggle 44 boxes of sensitive documents to Iran - while Pollard jailed for life.

Iran Blows Up Mock US Aircraft Carrier in Exercises

Iranian forces conducting military exercises in the Strait of Hormuz, blew up a mock US aircraft carrier.

Rumsfeld: Obama Making a 'Big Mistake' in Treatment of Netanyahu

Former US Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld said he is “shocked” at how White House is treating Prime Minister Netanyahu.

PM: It's 'My Duty' to Speak in Congress, For Israel's Security

Netanyahu states that he 'respects' the White House, but will proceed with address on Iran despite criticism for Israel's sake.

Birds of a Feather: Ahmadinejad Meets Dieudonne

Former Iranian president infamous for Holocaust remarks and anti-Semitic comedian meet in Tehran, for at least the second time.

EU Foreign Policy Chief: Deal with Iran is 'At Hand'

"We cannot miss this opportunity" to reach a nuclear deal with Iran, says EU's Federica Mogherini.

Iranian Dissidents: Iran Has a Secret Underground Nuke Site

National Council of Resistance of Iran says Iran has been hiding from the West an "underground top-secret site" that is enriching uranium.

Argentine Gov't Goes after Ex-Spy Who Exposed Iran Cover-Up

President accused former agent of feeding 'false information' to murdered prosecutor - now, her gov't is trying to put him behind bars.

'Unified stand' on Iran nukes?

Likud Minister Calls on Herzog to Join Netanyahu in Congress

Noting worrying details coming out on Iran nuclear deal, Katz says 'leave Livni at home and show consensus against the danger.'

Watch: Iran 'Destroys' Israel in Nuclear-Themed Domino Show

A domino show held in Iran ended with a missile destroying a domino structure of an Israeli flag.

Some Progress Reported in Iran-West Talks

United States official says some progress was in talks with Iran, but both sides stress much remains to be done.

Al-Jazeera Leaks 'Spy Cables' on Iran, Mossad, Hamas

CIA was 'desperate' for access to Hamas, turned to South Africa for help - and Netanyahu, Mossad disagree on Iran nuclear threat.

Iran is Deployed, 'Planning War' Along Israel's Northern Border

Nukes or no nukes, Iran has built an active front from Israel's northwestern sea border all the way to the Golan Heights, warns expert.

Iranian Police Return Stolen Torah to Jewish Community

'Invaluable' Torah scroll was among several ancient manuscripts which 'disappeared' from a synagogue in Shiraz; Jewish MP thanks police.

Iran Lobby Spends $200K on anti-Netanyahu New York Times Ad

Most Americans have heard of the 'Israel Lobby,' but few realize that there is an Iranian Lobby in Washington - and it has a lot of money.

Israeli, UK, US Spies Cooperated to Monitor Iranian Leaders

Document leaked from NSA contractor Edward Snowden reveals trilateral arrangement between NSA, GCHQ, and IDF's 8200.

Iran Opening a 'Third Front' against Israel, PM Warns

At start of cabinet meeting, Netanyahu warns coming month 'critical' for Iran's nuclear plan, won't back down from Congress speech.

Argentine President Airs Conspiracy Theory Against Protesters

Tens of thousands mark month since Alberto Nisman died hours before accusing Kirchner of Jewish center bombing cover-up.

New Likud Ad Reminds the US Opposed Foundation of Israel Too

As tension grows over US deal Netanyahu says will leave Iran as a nuclear threat, Likud comes out with hard-hitting campaign video.

Safe to give them nukes?

Iran Responds to Liberman: We'll Destroy Tel Aviv in 10 Minutes

After FM calls to block Iranian bomb with strike, Khamenei representative says Iranian rockets can hit Israel in 6 minutes.

Khamenei: Iran Shall Have its Sanctions Revenge

One day, Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said, the tables will be turned - and Iran will be imposing sanctions.

Kerry to Meet with Iranian Foreign Minister in Geneva

US Secretary of State to meet with Javad Zarif as Israeli defense minister reasserts: the Iranian regime 'has to be stopped.'

New Iranian Nuclear Talks to be Held in Geneva

American negotiators to meet with their Iranian counterparts for a new round of talks on Iran's nuclear program.

Iran to Hold Parliamentary Elections in February of 2016

Iranians will vote for a new parliament on February 26, 2016. Reformists expected to be voted in.

Iran, Iraq Selling Oil at Lowest Prices in a Decade

As oil prices in Israel begin to creep up again, Iran and Iraq are outdoing each other in offering low prices to Asia.

PM: US Must Fight Islamic Fanatics, From ISIS and Iran

Prime Minister Netanyahu stressed to US Senator David Perdue the need to fight Islamic fanaticism - whatever its source.

Iran's Houthis Start Battle to Control Red Sea Entry

Shi'ite Houthi militia, after replacing Yemen's government, launches conquest of strategic port city of Aden controlling Eilat access.

Khamenei Calls 'American Sniper' Film 'Anti-Muslim'

'American Sniper,' according to Iranian despot, 'encourages non-Muslims to harass Muslims,' says Muslims 'aggression-less.'

Iraq: Video Shows Tomb of Ezra The Scribe Turned into a Mosque

Squeezed by ISIS and Iranian-backed Shia militias, Iraq's ancient Jewish heritage is slowly being destroyed and Islamized.

Report: Hamas, Revolutionary Guard Leaders Met in Secret

Khaled Mashaal reportedly met with commander of the Iranian Revolutionary guards in Turkey just after Gaza war.

Iran Bans Weekly for Criticizing Nuclear Talks

Ultra-conservative weekly in Iran banned for criticizing the government over its negotiations with world powers.

'The world is in peril'

'Rampaging Iran Has Created 3 Fronts on Israel'

Netanyahu explains it is his duty to warn against Iranian nukes in Congress, 'militant Islam with WMDs is greatest danger to humanity.'