Iran

Kerry Meets Iranian Counterpart to Discuss Nuclear Program

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry meets Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif as talks between Iran and six world powers continue.

Report: Iran Considering New Proposal on Nuclear Program

U.S. and Iran reportedly discussing leaving much of Tehran's enriching machines in place but disconnected from uranium feeds.

IAEA: Iran Meeting its Commitments in Interim Deal

UN nuclear watchdog says Iran is taking action to comply with the terms of an extended interim agreement with six world powers.

Iran: Blogger Sentenced to Death for 'Insulting Mohammed'

Judges hand blogger in 'poor psychological condition' death penalty for Facebook posts in latest shocking sentencing.

Iranians Caught in Kenya with Fake Israeli Passports

Terror attack or just criminal? Mystery deepens after Iranians attempt to board flight to Tel Aviv with stolen passports.

Iran: 'Happy' Music Video Makers Sentenced to 91 Lashes

Six Iranian youths given suspended jail sentences, lashes, for producing viral version of Pharrell William's hit single.

Zarif: U.S. is 'Obsessed' with Sanctions Against Us

Iran's Foreign Minister accuses the United States of being "obsessed" with sanctions against his country.

Rouhani: IS Wants to 'Kill Humanity'

Iran's President denounces the Islamic State's savagery, but also brands the U.S.-led coalition as "ridiculous."

Intelligence Minister Warns EU Against 'Bad Deal' on Iran

Intelligence Minister Yuval Steinitz says Iran nuclear talks 'going in the wrong direction,' hints EU is 'rushing' into agreement.

U.S. Negotiator: Iran's Uranium Enrichment Unacceptable

Under Secretary of State Wendy Sherman says Iran cannot convince the world that its current ability to enrich uranium is acceptable.

Iranian Commander: U.S. Not Sincere About IS

The commander of Iran's Revolutionary Guards doubtful that the real objective of the United States against the IS is to eliminate the group.

Khamenei: U.S. Has 'Dirty Hands'

Iran’s Supreme Leader says his country rejected a U.S. request for cooperation against the “Islamic State”.

Enemies or allies?

Kerry 'Won't Rule Out' Military Cooperation With Iran

After not including Iran in anti-Islamic State coalition, Kerry backtracks even as Khamenei rejects US cooperation.

Iranian Official: West Seeks to Sabotage Our Nuclear Industry

Iran's nuclear chief claims that "America and the Zionist regime" are trying to sabotage the country's nuclear industry.

Kerry Rules Out Iran's Involvement in IS Campaign

Secretary of State says it would be inappropriate for Iran to attend a meeting in Paris on how to defeat the Islamic State group.

Iran Demands Israel be Condemned Over Drone

Iran calls on the United Nations’ atomic agency to condemn Israel over the drone Iran downed above the Natanz uranium enrichment site.

Iranian Negotiator: A 'Difficult Road' Ahead in Nuclear Talks

Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister says Iran and world powers remain far apart over Tehran's nuclear program.

Israel Hails US Efforts Against IS, But Fears Iran Rapprochement

Israeli ministers voice support for anti-Islamic State coalition, but worried that Obama admin drawing closer to Tehran as a result.

Herzog Assured U.S. Won't Back Down on Iran

Opposition leader meets White House officials who tell him that Washington will not compromise on Iran’s nuclear program.

Missile mishap?

Russia Says US-Israeli Iran Missile Simulation Failed

Russia claims to have found missile meant to be shot down in Arrow 2 missile defense test in Mediterranean Sea.

Successful US-Israeli Drill Simulates Iranian Missile Attack

Israelis treated to 'front-row seats' as Arrow 2 missile defense system undergoes successful test.

Ashton: Gap Between Iran and World Powers Can be Narrowed

EU's foreign policy chief believes the gap with Iran in nuclear talks can be narrowed in talks next week.

Iran's Khamenei Undergoes Prostate Surgery

Iran's supreme leader and fierce critic of Israel recovering after prostate surgery in Tehran.

Iranian Lawmaker: U.S., Israel and Saudis Created IS

An Iranian parliamentarian claims the United Stated, Israel and Saudi Arabia jointly created the Islamic State terrorist group.

'Moderate' Rouhani Says Hamas 'Victory' is Thanks to Iran

Amid final round of nuclear negotiations, Iranian president brags of providing weapons to terror group fighting Israel.

Iran Arrests Man for Sabotaging Nuclear Power Plant

Ukrainian 'expert' arrested over alleged sabotage attempt at Bushehr nuclear plant.

U.S. Has 'No Plans' for Joint Military Action With Iran

State Department clarifies that U.S. has no plans for any military coordination with Iran in the fight against Islamic State.

U.S. and Iranian Official Hold Nuclear Talks in Geneva

U.S. and Iranian officials meet for a second day of negotiations as they work towards a full nuclear deal.

Report: Iran Approves Joint Military Action With US Against IS

Iranian Supreme Leader reportedly orders military cooperation with US against Islamic State, in shift timed with final round of talks.

UN’s Iran Probe Talks Stalled Yet Again

Investigators not much further than where they started a decade ago, US hopes of reaching deal with Tehran by November are diminishing.

IAEA to Report 'Little Progress' in Iran Investigation

Diplomats say the UN nuclear watchdog will issue a report showing little progress in its long-running investigation Iran's nuclear program.

'Iran is Closer to Nuclear Capabilities Than Ever'

Intelligence Minister Steinitz heads deligation to US as Iran talks renew, reveals Islamic regime has invested $200 billion on program.

Iran Losing Key Ally as Sudan Expels Embassy Staff

Iranian Cultural Center shut down, cultural attache and staff expelled, as former close ally pushed back against growing Shia influence.

Iran's Foreign Minister Optimistic About Nuclear Deal

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif voices optimism that a dispute over Tehran's nuclear program can be resolved by November 24.

Iran Warns of 'Unpleasant' Response to Latest U.S. Sanctions

Iran's Foreign Minister says Tehran could take actions that are "unpleasant" after U.S. announces new sanctions.

Iran Vows Continued Support for 'Palestinian Resistance'

Iranian Commander says that Iran will continue to support “the resistance” until “all the occupied Palestinian territories are free.”

Iran Debuts Bavar 373 Missile

Upgraded missile system replaces S-300; announcement surfaces days after Israeli drone allegedly shot down over nuclear facility.

Iran Arming Terrorists in Judea and Samaria

Iranian military leaders boast of sending weapons to terrorists in Judea and Samaria to ensure “the annihilation of the Zionist regime.”

Security Services 'Foiled Massive Cyber-Attack on Israel'

Elite Israeli cyber-defenders repelled attack during Protective Edge; concerns hackers could seek to take control of armed drones.

Report Claims Another 'Israeli Drone' Downed over Iraq

Lebanese reports say that the Hermes-class drone fell in the skies over Baghdad. Israel has not yet commented.

U.S. Ship Fires Warning Shot Towards Iranian Vessel

U.S. vessel sees Iranian fishing boat with weapons in the Persian Gulf, fires warning shot.

Details Emerge on Alleged Israeli Drone in Iran

Iranian Revolutionary Guards official claims the drone has up to a 1,600 km flight range, included high-res cameras.

Iran Says it is Examining Alleged Israeli Drone

Iranian Revolutionary Guards say parts of Israeli drone they claimed to down are intact and being looked at.

Iran to Send Humanitarian Aid to Gaza

Iran says it will send aid to Gaza after Egypt agrees to allow the shipment to enter through the Rafiah crossing.

Rouhani: We'll Reject Any Restraints on Our Nuclear Program

Iran’s President clarifies he country will reject any restraints on its nuclear operations.

Iran Aided Hamas in Cyber-War on Israel

IDF reveals that in addition to providing weapons, Iran launched unprecedented cyber attack on Israel during Operation Protective Edge.

Iran Says Deal by November is Unlikely

Iran's foreign minister is pessimistic that nuclear deal can be reached by November, calls on the West to show "strong will."

Rouhani Says His Critics Should 'Go to Hell'

Iranian President suggests that hard-liners opposed to making a deal with the West should go "to hell."

Iran and West to Hold More Talks Before UN General Assembly

Iran and six world powers will hold a new round of nuclear talks before the UN General Assembly, which starts on September 16.

Iranian Official: Hamas Should Use Tunnels to Protect Civilians

Former Revolutionary Guards Commander says Hamas should 'protect civilians' - by sheltering them in terror tunnels.

Iran Accuses Israel of 'Genocide' in Gaza

Hassan Rouhani condemns 'massacre' in Gaza Monday - despite the fact that Tehran provides Hamas with the rockets causing the conflict.

Iranian 'Qods Force' General Scoffs at Calls to Disarm Hamas

Secretive leader of elite Revolutionary Guard force says terrorists should only disarm when Israel 'in the graveyard'.

Chief U.S. Negotiator Won't Provide Deadline for Iran Talks

Wendy Sherman refuses to provide senators with a hard deadline for a deal with Iran.

Iranian Supreme Leader Calls to Provide Hamas with Weapons

Iranian spiritual leader calls for increased unity and support of Hamas against 'cancerous enemy' Israel

Khamenei Repeats Israel 'Rabid Dog' Insult in Eid al-Fitr Speech

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei accuses Israel of 'genocide' in Gaza, in speech calling the Jewish state a 'wild wolf' for self-defense operation.

Iran to UN: Do More to Stop the 'Zionist Crimes'

Iran's Foreign Minister criticizes the United Nations for failing to end Israel's operation in Gaza.

Islamic Jihad Said to Have Iranian 'Judgement Day' Missile

Sources said that Islamic Jihad's big 'surprise' was a long-range, explosive-laden Iranian-made rocket.

North Korea, Iran Held Responsible for Hezbollah Rocket Fire

Landmark victory for Israel in US court, as Shurat Hadin case results in loss for Hezbollah and its sponsors.

Iranians Rally for 'Death to Israel, America' on 'Quds Day'

Demonstrations erupt in over 700 towns in Iran on Friday calling for Palestinian 'resistance' to Israel.

Iran: We Provided Hamas with Rocket Technology

Iranian parliament speaker boasts that his country provided Hamas with the technology it has used to rain down rockets on Israel.