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Iran Nuclear Talks May Resume in October

Swiss foreign minister says talks between Iran and five world powers may resume in Geneva in October.

Hollande Meets Rouhani, Demands Action from Iran

French president becomes the first Western leader to meet Iran's new president.

Steinitz: Rouhani Speech Offers Zero New Steps

Iran's new president is trying "to cheat the world", says Strategic Affairs Minister after Rouhani's UN speech.

Rouhani: Holocaust a 'Reprehensible' Crime Against Jews

Iran’s new president admits the Holocaust took place, tells CNN it was a "reprehensible" crime against the Jewish people.

Officials: Rouhani Refused Meeting with Obama

Iran's president turned down "an encounter" with Obama, say senior administration officials.

Netanyahu: Rouhani Trying to Buy Time

Iranian President's speech at the UN was “cynical and full of hypocrisy,” declares Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu.

MK Shaked: Prime Minister Must Prioritize Israel's Interests

MK concerned over Obama’s statements on Iran. Netanyahu: Iran thinks calm words will lead it to nuclear weapon.

Obama: We Respect Iran’s Right to Nuclear Power

Obama supports supervised Iranian nuclear program, but warns against trying for nuclear weapons.

Iranian Jews in U.S. Reject Invitation to Meet Rouhani

Members of the Iranian Jewish community in the U.S. refuse meeting with new Iranian president despite his recent moderate comments.

Hague to Iran: Back Your Statements with Action

The international community is waiting for "concrete steps" by Iran, says British Foreign Secretary after meeting Iranian counterpart.

Katz Slams Livni's 'Hidden Ideology'

"While it is perhaps possible to hold talks in secret, it is not legitimate to hold talks with a secret ideology."

Iranian Military Parades Missiles Capable of Hitting Israel

Ballistic missiles capable of hitting Israeli, American targets displayed during parade marking 25th anniversary of Iran-Iraq War.

Jewish MP to Join Rouhani at UN

Iran's only Jewish parliamentarian will accompany the Iranian President Hasan Rouhani to the UN next week.

Obama to Rouhani: Prove Your Nuclear Program is Peaceful

White House reveals the contents of the letter that President Barack Obama had sent Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani.

Iran Denies it is Willing to Shut Down Nuclear Site

The reports about closing the Fordow site in exchange for lifting of sanctions are a "sheer lie", says head of Iran's atomic organization.

Obama Willing to Test Rouhani's Moderate Statements

Obama says he wants to test whether Iran’s new president is serious when he says he wants to open a dialogue with the United States.

Khamenei Calls for 'Flexibility' in Talks with the West

Iran’s Supreme Leader signals he is open to President Hassan Rouhani's more moderate approach to foreign relations.

Human Rights Group Urges Facebook to Boycott Iranian Regime

A recent decision to provide social media to 15 Iranian ministers upsets Israeli human rights org: "stop assisting terrorists."

Iran Takes Aim at Israel on Chemical Weapons

Iranian foreign ministry spokeswoman says Israel should face international pressure to ratify the Chemical Weapons Convention.

Iran, British Foreign Ministers May Meet in New York

Britain said it looked forward to the possibility of a meeting between Foreign Minister Hague and Iran's Foreign Minister Zarif.

Video Reveals Key Iranian Role in Syrian Civil War

Remarkable footage includes insight into daily routine of Iranian fighters in Syria, includes interview with Iranian commander.

Iran: We Want to Talk, but Won't Give Up Nuclear Rights

Iran's new envoy to the IAEA says Tehran has a "strong will" to talk about its nuclear program, but won't give up its "nuclear rights."

Shalom: Iran Learning a Dangerous Lesson from Syria Debacle

Minister Silvan Shalom says the weakness displayed by the international community on Syria was being watched closely by Iran.

Netanyahu Links US Response in Syria to Iran

Despite regional doubts over US resolve, Israeli President Shimon Peres voices confidence over Obama administration's Syria policy.

U.S. Eases Sanctions on Iran

The U.S. Treasury has announced it is easing some humanitarian and sports related sanctions in a bid to improve ties with Iran.

Iran: Strike on Syria May Trigger Attack on Israel

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister: In the event of a U.S. attack on Syria, some groups may retaliate by striking the Jewish state.

Iran Planning to Send More Animals Into Space

A monkey, a mouse, a rabbit, or a cat? Iran's Space Agency claims at least one of these animals will be sent to space.

Iran Double Bus Crash Kills 44

Two buses have collided near the Iranian city of Qom causing dozens of deaths.

Expert: Don't Ignore the Pakistani Nuclear Threat

The nuclear threat from Pakistan is even more dangerous than the one from Iran, warns head of Muslim Canadian Congress.

Steinitz: We'll Defend Israel With Strong Hand, Outstretched Arm

Strategic Affairs Minister Yuval Steinitz said that if Israel was dragged into the Syrian conflict, it would respond 'appropriately'

Iranian FM Visits Iraq to Discuss 'Dangerous Syrian Situation'

Iranian foreign minister, Javad Zarif, made a visit to Iraq to discuss the "dangerous situation" in Syria and the wider region.

Iran's Foreign Minister: Iran Never Denied the Holocaust

In a Twitter exchange with Nancy Pelosi's daughter, Iran’s foreign minister says his country no longer denies the Holocaust.

Iran's President Sends Jews a Rosh Hashanah Greeting

In a surprising move, Iran’s new President Hassan Rouhani tweets a Rosh Hashanah greeting for Jews.

Report: Iraqi Forces 'Massacre' Iranian Dissidents

Iranian opposition and human rights groups accuse Iraqi government of colluding with Tehran to wipe out opposition to Islamic Republic.

Iran General: 'Syria Will Leave Israel in Flames'

Any military action against Syria will have consequences beyond the region and leave Israel in flames, said Iran's General Firouzabadi.

Nigeria: 2 Charged with Assisting Iranian Terror Cell

Nigeria has charged two citizens with assisting an Iranian terrorist cell in planning possible attacks on Israeli targets.

IAEA Report: Iran Boosting its Nuclear Capabilities

The IAEA says Tehran has now installed more than 1,000 advanced centrifuges at its Natanz enrichment plant.

'I survived February 9th - others were not so lucky'

A harrowing tail of suffering at the hands of Iranian terror and betrayal by the United Nations, at the infamous "Camp Liberty" in Iraq.

Israeli Delegation Visits U.S., Meets Susan Rice

Iran and Syria are on the agenda as an Israeli delegation, headed by Israel's national security advisor, arrives in Washington.

Iran's FM: Nuclear Weapons Are a Threat to Security

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif claims that his country considers possession of a nuclear bomb as a threat to security.

New Images Show Major Alterations at Iran Nuclear Site

U.S. institute tracking Iran's military program says recent satellite images show further major alterations at Parchin.

Iranians Convicted in Botched Thailand Terror Attack

A court in Thailand on Thursday convicted two Iranians for attempting to bomb Israeli diplomats.

Iran: Christian Man Jailed for Distributing Gospel

An Iranian Christian has been sent to jail for proselytizing and ‘illegal’ home worship.

Iranian Schools Prepare Students for 'Drone Hunting'

The Iranian military intends to teach children the hacking of drone controls rather than how to shoot them down with conventional weapons.

WWII Deja Vu: Pro-British Arabs vs. Pro-Nazi Muslims

Islamists Plan to Attack Israeli, Jewish Targets Worldwide

Terrorists are planning attacks against Jews and Israelis abroad, security officials said, issuing a long list of countries to avoid.

Documents Confirm CIA, MI6 Behind '53 Iran Coup

Documents provide "formal acknowledgement" of CIA and MI6 involvement in ouster of Mohammad Mossadeq in 1953.

Iran Has 18,000 Centrifuges, Says Outgoing Nuclear Chief

Iran has about 18,000 centrifuges, including 10,000 active ones, the outgoing head of the country's atomic agency said Saturday.

Iran's Outgoing FM to Head Nuclear Program

President Hassan Rouhani appoints outgoing "pragmatic" Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi to head the Atomic Energy Organization.

Dempsey: 'More and Better' Options Available on Iran

The U.S. has more resources to militarily deal with Iran's nuclear program now, said U.S. Joint Chiefs Chairman General Martin Dempsey.

Russia not Supplying 'Replacement' Missile System to Iran

Head of Russia's arms export industry denies reports of talks to replace cancelled S-300 missile system deal with Iran.

Iran: We Are 'Hostile' to Israel-PA Talks

Iran declares it is against the renewed peace talks, says "the Zionist regime does as it wants."

Hamas, Iran Putting Aside their Differences to Fight Israel

Public dispute over Syrian civil war has not prevented cooperation when it comes to attacking Israel, according to a recent report.

Hamas and Iran Slowly Restoring Ties

The ouster of Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi has enabled Hamas to begin to restore its strained relations with Iran.

Report: Iran's New Defense Minister Plotted Terror Attacks

Iran's new defense minister is behind past terror attacks against Americans and Israelis, finds report by Israeli expert.

Barak: Iran Ought to be Listening to Us for Its Own Good

In an interview with CNN,Ehud Barak said that Israel “meant what it said” on preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons

Zimbabwe: Arrest Reporters Who 'Slandered' Us on Iran Deal

Zimbabwean gov't denied that it had made a deal with Iran to sell it uranium, and said it would arrest anyone who said it did.

Khamenei: Israel-PA Peace Talks Are Futile

Iran’s Supreme Leader: The U.S. is not an honest broker. It stands by the Zionists.

Analysts: New Iran Site May be Used to Test Ballistic Missiles

Iran has built a new rocket launch site which is likely to be used for testing ballistic missiles, military analysts say.

Netanyahu: Iran Accelerating its Nuclear Quest

“Iran's work towards the achievement of atomic weapons continues unabated," Netanyahu tells visiting U.S. activists.