Iran

Iranians Arrested for Selling US, UK Flag Merchandise

Flags deemed 'Satanic symbols' despite nuclear deal, reopening of UK embassy in Iran.

Iran's Chief Judge: Attempts to Free Captive Americans 'Useless'

Iranian judiciary chief dismisses US Secretary of State John Kerry's calls to free imprisoned US citizens, says US 'hyping up' the case.

Merkel 'Disappointed' by Iran's Attitude Towards Israel

German Chancellor says that it not acceptable for Iran to continue to call for Israel's destruction.

Watch: Iranian Speaker Leaves UN Plenum During Edelstein Speech

Iranian Parliament speaker filmed leaving the UN plenum as Knesset Speaker Yuli Edelstein begins speech.

Iran Jails 'Israeli Spies' As Wash Post Reporter Awaits Verdict

Iran has sentenced two people to ten years in prison each for spying for the U.S. and Israel, with a third likely to be sentenced this week.

Kuwaiti MP: Iran the True Enemy of the Arab States

Gulf state once on good terms with Tehran drifts further away after Iran tries to market disputed oilfield, accused of arming terrorists.

Khamenei Aide: Fighting the 'Zionist Regime' is Our Policy

Aide to Iran's Supreme Leader denies British Foreign Secretary's comments that Iran has changed its attitude towards Israel.

Netanyahu to Italian PM: 'Future Belongs to Those Who Innovate'

Prime Minister Netanyahu speaks of bonds between Israel, Italy: 'Basic truths... bind our two countries and our common civilization.'

No Release in Sight for Iranian Opposition Leaders

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani hints reformist leaders confined to house arrest since 2009 will languish for longer still.

Iran Won't Allow Barenboim to Perform in Tehran

Iran's Ministry of Culture reportedly says it will not allow Israeli-Argentinian conductor Daniel Barenboim into the country.

Kerry Urges Iran to Free Jailed Marine

Secretary of State urges Tehran Iran to free Amir Hekmati after four years in prison.

Switzerland 'Regrets' Offensive Anti-Netanyahu Cartoon

Swiss envoy to Iran displayed cartoon showing doves defecating on the Israeli PM's head.

Iranian State Media Calls Irish Deal Opponent 'a Jew'

State-run PressTV reports 'Jewish Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney' has come out against nuclear deal - except she's Irish.

Iran Embassy 'Opening Soon' in Tel Aviv

Tel Aviv residents shocked to see a massive sign in the city center proclaiming an Iranian embassy will soon be opened there - will it?

IAEA Says Iran May Have Built 'Extension' to Parchin

New IAEA report says Iran appears to have built an extension to part of its suspicious Parchin military site.

Swiss Ambassador Urges Companies to Invest in 'Stable' Iran

Switzerland's ambassador to Tehran says Iran is a "pole of stability" in the Middle East.

American Treasury Official to Visit Israel, Discuss Iran Deal

Acting Under Treasury Secretary Adam Szubin to discuss Iran nuclear deal with senior Israeli officials.

Saudi Suspect in anti-US Bombing Arrested in Beirut

Ahmed al-Mughassil may also be the leader of the Saudi Hezbollah wing.

Israeli Conductor's Iran Concert Plan Enrages Culture Minister

Israeli conductor with radical pro-Palestinian views incurs Miri Regev's wrath for concert that will encourage 'delegitimization' of Israel.

Police Complaint: Barak Endangered Israel's Security

Leaked recordings in which Ehud Barak comments on Iran and other matters is worthy of a criminal investigation, says an attorney.

Report: Deal to Sell Russian S-300 Missiles to Iran Off

A report Thursday says the sale of Russian S-300 missiles to Iran may not take place, as the two sides wrangle over price.

Iran: No Place for 'Zionist Regime' in Talks with Britain

Iran's Foreign Ministry dismisses British Foreign Secretary's claims that the country changed its policy towards Israel.

Edelstein to Push Israeli Opposition to Iran at UN Event

Knesset Speaker to visit NY to show off Knesset's environmentalism projects, but also promises to push Iran agenda.

Iran Calls on US to Release 19 Prisoners

Tehran insists US may be violating human rights in imprisoning 19 Iranians, despite imprisoning US citizens and refusing swaps.

Jews in UK Protest Reopening Tehran Embassy

Jewish Leadership Council chairman warns 'Iran shows no sign of changing behavior,' urges UK to 'be vigilant about Iranian threat to world.'

Iran to Let Israeli Conductor in for Concert?

Talks being held to let Berlin Orchestra with conductor Daniel Barenboim into Tehran - will his 'Palestinian citizenship' get him in?

Iran Sending Afghan Refugees as 'Cannon Fodder' for Assad

Iran exploiting Afghan Shi'ite refugees by coercing them to prop up Syrian regime for incentives, leading to many of their deaths.

Iran: 'No Plans' to Swap Post Reporter for Prisoners in U.S.

Iranian diplomat says Tehran has no plans to swap Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian for prisoners held in the United States.

IAEA Chief: Arrangements with Iran 'Technically Sound'

IAEA chief Yukiya Amano seeks to ease concerns about inspections of Iran's nuclear facilities.

Iran in Talks with China to Build New Nuclear Sites

Islamic regime presses ahead with new nuclear plans: after announcing 2 new sites last month, it now seeks Chinese reactors.

Students in Tehran Demand to Cancel the Nuclear Deal

Iranians protest outside parliament that is reviewing deal, warn of 'US intrustion' and 'American Trojan horse infiltrating Iran.'

Iranian Official: Israel's Annihilation Still Our Central Goal

Senior official rebuffs British claims Iran's stance towards Israel has softened.

US Vet Helping Kurds in Iraq: Iran is a Greater Threat than ISIS

American training Kurds finds Iran doing same atrocities, 'it's just not as reported'; prepares for Iranian escalation after deal approved.

Nuclear deal in peril?

Cash-Strapped IAEA to Stop Monitoring Iran Next Month?

UN's atomic body admits it has no money to inspect Iran's nuclear program, asks member states to hand over more funds to let it continue.

German Foreign Minister to Visit Iran in October

Frank-Walter Steinmeier announces plans to travel to Iran in October, in a sign Berlin wants to rebuild ties with the Islamic Republic.

What is Life Like for Iranian Jewry?

Reporter who visited Iran gives details about Iranian Jews after historic visit. While they're not 'miserable', life can be precarious.

Rouhani: Nuclear Deal a Precursor to 'A Better Situation'

'Interaction rather than confrontation with Iran was the right approach,' Iranian president Hassan Rouhani insists.

British FM: No Guarantee Iran Won't Build Nuclear Weapons

Before meeting Iranian president Rouhani, Hammond says nuclear deal 'best bet,' calls Iran 'too important' to isolate.

Iran's Zarif: Nuclear Program Our 'Source of Regional Power'

Iranian FM says world powers wanted to 'destroy' nuclear program that allows Iranian hegemony, but Iran won 'new tools of power.'

Report: Hezbollah Recruiting Fatah Members to Attack Israel

PA sources claim Lebanese terrorist group recruiting Al Aqsa Martyrs Brigade cells to establish network in Judea-Samaria.

'Death to England' Still Scrawled on Reopened UK Embassy in Iran

Iran didn't bother to remove or even cover up graffiti in embassy - including above Queen's portrait - for British FM's historic visit.

Iran: Russia Will Deliver S-300s by the End of the Year

Iran’s defense minister says Russia will deliver S-300 advanced missile system by the end of 2015.

Zarif: 'Too Early' to Discuss Reopening of American Embassy

Iran's foreign minister blasts America's "illogical attitude" towards Iran when asked about the reopening of the American embassy.

Barak Recordings, Pt. II

'Netanyahu Lives Inside a Cloud of Deep Pessimism'

Ex-defense minister says Netanyahu prefers being afraid over being hopeful, doesn't make tough decisions 'until he is forced to.'

Abbas: Iran is 'Our Neighbor, a Sister Nation'

The PA chief is planning a trip to Tehran - and based on his comments, he can't wait to go.

It's Official: UK Reopens Tehran Embassy

British FM glows over 'diplomacy victory' at embassy that was closed in 2011 riot with Iranian state-backed forces.

'We don't need permission'

Rouhani Vows to Breach Iran Deal with Missile Sales

After threatening war if deal fails, Iran's president says 'we will trade rockets and won't wait for any permission,' despite UN resolution.

Meet Iran's Islamic Jihad Cell that Attacked Israel

ID of 5 Palestinian terrorists who fired rockets last week unveiled; license plates show they hailed from Iran hub of Damascus.

Iranians Protest 'Illegal' UK Embassy Reopening

Iranian Deputy FM says 'we aren't considering ambassador renewal' despite Hammond's words, as student groups fume at Britain.

Iran's New Launcher 'Paves Way for Longest Range Missiles'

Expert explains Iran's missile and satellite launcher unveiled today bring it closer to nuke-capable intercontinental ballistic missiles.

Rouhani Threatens War if Nuclear Deal Fails

'First line diplomats, if they fail it is generals' turn to come forward,' threatens Iran's president at unveiling of new advanced missiles.

Iran: Obama is 'Confused' About What's Good for the US

After Obama claims military option still on the table, Iranian foreign ministry says his statement is 'baseless.'

Barak: Ya'alon and Steinitz Nixed Iran Strike in 2011

Former Defense Minister claims Israel planned to strike Iran's nuclear facilities in 2011, but Ministers Ya'alon and Steinitz refused.

Islamic Jihad: 'We'll Strike Even Where You Have the Iron Dome'

Terror group threatens Israel after IAF eliminates terror targets in Syria, denies firing rockets on Israel on Thursday.

Netanyahu: 'You Rush to Embrace Iran, They Fire Rockets at Us'

PM warns 'we'll harm those who try to harm us,' slams world powers for nuclear deal after 'Iranian commander ordered rocket strike.'

Israel to West: 'Your Partner Iran Attacked Us; Your Response?'

Official Foreign Ministry letter, ordered by PM, says, 'Iran ordered 4 rockets at Israel, clearly showing their post-deal intentions.'

IAEA Head 'Disturbed' by Reports on Iran Inspections

IAEA chief Yukiya Amano says claims that Iran would self-inspect its nuclear sites are inaccurate.

Ya'alon: Rocket Fire a 'Promo' for a More Dangerous Iran

Defense Minister links Iran with rocket fire from Syria, warns things will get worse once the sanctions are lifted.

Iran Behind Rocket Fire on Golan, Says Senior IDF Officer

The order to fire rockets from Syrian territory was given by a senior officer in Iran's Al-Quds force, according to the IDF.

4 Hamas Naval Commandos Abducted on Way to Iran - by Egypt?

Hamas accuses Egyptian intelligence of kidnapping senior commandos who were in Sinai en route to Iran for training.