Iran

US Senate Condemns Iran's Discrimination Against Bahais

Senate calls on Tehran to free jailed members of the Bahai faith; comes as lawmakers mull new sanctions.

US Blocking Iran From Syria Geneva II Talks

US Arab League envoy Brahimi reveals US is against Iran participation in Syria peace talks, in opposition to UN support.

Iran Boasts Successful Test of 200 KM Range Missile

During wargames Iranian Air Force jets test new long-range missiles for first time in simulated combat. Part of recent military unveilings.

Reagan: Palestinians Do Not Want Peace - They Want Israel

In special interview with Arutz Sheva, son of former US President Ronald Reagan discusses the importance of Israel's security.

Report: Putin Backs Israel's Security Needs in Middle East

Maariv report claims in private meeting Netanyahu and Putin forged security pact for Israel's safety.

Iran Rejects UN Condemnation, Says it is 'Biased'

Iran rejects a UN resolution which condemned its human rights violations, claims it was based on reports by "terrorists".

Iran-West Nuclear Talks Resume in Geneva

Iran and six world powers resume expert-level talks in Geneva, a week after Iran pulled out of the talks over a new United States blacklist.

Obama Threatens Veto as Senators Promote New Iran Sanctions

White House threatened to use its veto power against legislation that would impose new sanctions on Iran.

Iran Claims US 'Breached' Deal, Touts Military

Iran attacks 'Zionist lobby-controlled' US's blacklist as 'breach' of nuclear deal, brags of being 'fifth missile power in world.'

Elie Wiesel Castigates Iran in Full Page NYT Ad

Under no circumstances could Iran be allowed to obtain nuclear weapons, said Nobel Peace Prize winner and renowned author Elie Wiesel

UN Condemns Iran's Human Rights Violations

General Assembly condemns human rights violations in Iran, welcomes pledges by President Rouhani to improve in some areas.

Iran Nuclear Talks to Resume Thursday

Talks between Iran and world powers on implementing last month's nuclear deal to resume in Geneva.

Iran: Bomb Attack Kills Three Revolutionary Guards

Militants target Iranian Revolutionary Guard operatives in occupied Balochistan in the latest in a string of attacks.

Iranian Analyst: Without Deal, We Would've Attacked Israel

Iranian political analyst: If a deal with the West had not been reached, Obama would've had to beg Khamenei not to attack Israel.

Iran Unveils New Radar System

Iran's military claims new Arash radar system has high target detection capabilities.

Iran Says Talks with World Powers Will Resume

Iranian deputy foreign minister says Tehran will resume negotiations with world powers over its nuclear program in the coming days.

Iran: We Launched a Monkey Into Space - Again

Iranian state television claims it launched another monkey into space, this time using liquid fuel.

Iran to Keep Talking to West Despite U.S. Blacklist

Iran's Foreign Minister says talks with world powers will continue, despite an American blacklist of companies that violated sanctions.

Report: American Captured in Iran Was CIA Agent

Robert Levinson, who went missing in 2007 in Iran, was on mission for 'rogue' CIA analyst reveals new report against US denials.

US Poll: 84% Think Iran Stalling to Build Nukes

Poll finds Americans overwhelmingly distrust Iranian regime, 77% call for increasing sanctions during negotiations.

Obama has 'Killed' New Iran Sanctions

Senate Democratic leaders are about to give in to White House demand for no new sanctions in coming months. Rep. Bachmann: 'a tragedy.'

Senators Demanding Answers on Secret Talks with Iran

Lawmakers are raising questions about the secret U.S. diplomacy with Iran that led to last month's nuclear breakthrough.

Iran Says Progress Made in Talks On Deal Implementation

Iranian officials say that progress has been achieved in expert-level talks over the implementation of a landmark nuclear deal.

Revolutionary Guards Chief Has Harsh Words for FM Zarif

The head of the Revolutionary Guards slams Foreign Minister Zarif, who said a U.S. attack could paralyze Iran.

Iran Rejects Israeli President's Offer to Meet Rouhani

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman reiterates her country will never recognize the Jewish state.

Two Senators Preparing New Iran Sanctions

Democratic Senator Robert Menendez and Republican Senator Mark Kirk close to agreeing on new Iran sanctions, say aides.

Hamas Announces Renewed Ties with Iran

Official statement confirms ongoing ties between Hamas, Islamic Republic.

Yaalon: Iran Using Diplomatic Mail, Drug Routes to Attack U.S.

Iran is using diplomatic pouches and drug-running routes to export its Islamic revolution to the West - especially to the U.S.

Experts to Begin Working Out Details of Iran Deal

Technical experts from Iran, world powers and the IAEA will start working out on Monday the implementation of the Geneva deal.

Rouhani: Deal Helps Iranian Economy

Iranian President presents next year's budget, demonstrates how interim deal helps Iranian economy.

UN Inspectors to Visit Iran's Arak Plant

UN nuclear inspectors to visit the Arak heavy water plant for the first time in more than two years.

Obama at Saban: We Prefer Diplomacy, But All Options On Table

Speaking at Saban Center for Middle Eastern Studies, Obama presents diplomatic agreement as stopgap solution for nuclear program.

Obama Meets U.S. Jews, Defends Iran Deal

U.S. President defends his diplomacy with Iran before an audience of Israeli diplomats and senior members of the U.S. Jewish community.

Congressman Suggests Tactical Nuclear Strike on Iran

Duncan Hunter in TV interview suggests aerial bombardment preferable to sending in US troops, calls for immediate sanctions.

Kerry: Israel's Security 'Top Priority'

US Secretary of State seeks to calm Israeli concerns over Iran deal, negotiations with the PA, in latest visit to Israel.

House Reps Concerned Over Iran's Uranium Enrichment

U.S. lawmakers concerned about Iran's ability to continue enriching uranium, say the Obama administration gave Iran too much in Geneva.

Iran Arrests 16 for Helping 'Anti-Government Websites'

Iran's Revolutionary Guard arrests 16 accused of providing material to “anti-government websites”.

Victory: $9 Million from Iran to Israeli Terror Victims

US court awards families of 1997 Jerusalem terror attack victims $9 million from frozen Iranian assets in 'Hanukkah miracle.'

UN Chief Urged to Condemn Khamenei's Anti-Israel Remarks

Jewish lawyers ask Ban Ki-moon to condemn Khamenei's comments that Israel is "rabid dog".

Ahmadinejad Challenges Rouhani to Public Debate

Former Iranian President challenges successor to a debate intended to defend his record in office.

Report: U.S. May Let Iran Continue Enriching

The White House is examining ways to enable Iran to have its own “domestic” uranium enrichment program.

Zarif: Netanyahu is 'Desperate' Following Nuclear Deal

Iran's foreign minister says Israel's prime minister "deceived the world for a long time" about the Iranian nuclear program.

Britain's New Iran Envoy Visits Tehran

Britain's new envoy to Tehran visits Iran, the first British diplomat to do so since 2011.

White House: No New Sanctions, Even if They Are Delayed

White House: Passing new sanctions on Iran, even with a delayed launch date, would give Iran an excuse to undermine the interim deal.

Rep. Hunter: If Necessary, Nuke Iran

Congressman says tactical nuclear devices that would set Iran back ' decade or two' are better than boots on the ground.

Ban Ki-Moon: Iran Should Participate in Geneva II Talks

UN Secretary General announces intentions to have Iran participate in Geneva 2, despite allegations that Tehran is involved in conflict.

Iran News Agency Claims Israel, Saudi Arabia Making 'Stuxnet 2'

Iranian news agency Fars claims Israel, Saudi Arabia in cahoots to sabotage nuclear program, amid rumors of partnership.

White House Denies Reports that Obama will Visit Iran in 2014

Kuwaiti news agencies report that US President has already planned Iran trip next year.

Senators Still Pushing for New Iran Sanctions

U.S. senators are working to pass new sanctions on Iran by end of December, are not buying Obama's warnings.

Hotovely: Olmert's Remarks 'Hutzpa of a Failed Prime Minister'

Deputy Transportation Minister attacks former PM for criticizing Netanyahu, states 'he has no idea what being Prime Minister means.'

Rouhani: Second Nuclear Plant in Bushehr

New plant result of Russian-Iranian negotiations; Iran states they are not reporting plans to IAEA.

Iran, Turkey Boost Intelligence Cooperation After Deal

Officials announce that during 6 month period of eased sanctions the countries will increase trade and intelligence sharing.

Iranian Nuclear Envoy Slams Israeli 'Aggression'

Israel is "sitting on 200 nuclear warheads" and is "crying wolf" about Iran's nukes, charges IAEA envoy.

Iran's FM: No Nuclear Talks with 'Zionists'

Iran's Foreign Minister declares his country will not participate in any nuclear talks attended by Israeli representatives.

Peres to the Iranians: It's Up to You

President Shimon Peres tells the Mexican Senate that the success of the deal with Iran is up to the Iranian people.

Obama Told Netanyahu: Don't be So Vocal About Iran Deal

Obama reportedly asked PM Netanyahu to "take a breather" from his criticism of the Iran deal, reports The Washington Post.

Israeli Professor Vice-President of Project Including Iran, PA

SESAME project includes scientists from across the Middle East; aims to foster 'scientific excellence', build particle accelerator.

Estimate: Iran Could Produce a Nuclear Weapon Within 36 Days

Israeli experts: even after deal, Tehran capable of producing weapon within just over a month. US also OKs Iran to keep building Arak plant.

Amidror: Obama's 'Military Threat' Becoming Less Credible

Israel’s former national security advisor criticizes Iran deal, says the world has allowed Iran to develop nuclear weapons.

US Government Appeals to Iran to Release Captive Americans

Men believed to be held by the Islamic Republic include Robert Levinson, who is the longest-held American hostage in US history.

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