Iran

U.S.: The Ball is in Iran's Court

State Department responds to Rouhani's call for "serious" talks, says Iran needs to take steps to meet its international obligations.

Rouhani: We're Ready for 'Serious' Talks

Iran’s President says his country is ready for "serious" talks on its nuclear program, blasts U.S. calls for tougher sanctions.

Senators to Obama: Toughen the Sanctions on Iran

76 U.S. senators urge President Obama to impose tougher sanctions on Iran, even with "moderate" Rouhani in office.

Hagel: Iran Must Resolve Nuclear Concerns

U.S. defense chief says in Azerbaijan that it is imperative that Iran quickly resolve concerns about its nuclear program.

Iran Arrests Man Who 'Spied' for Israel

Iran claims it arrested an unnamed local citizen on charges of spying for Israel.

Remand Extended for Neturei Karta 'Spy'

Extremist who attempted to spy for Iran, offered to "kill a Zionist" previously served in IDF, discharged for reasons of mental health.

Dempsey in Israel to Talk About Syria and Iran

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff arrives in Israel to discuss issues such as Syria and a possible Israeli strike in Iran.

U.S.: If Iran is Serious, We're a Willing Partner

Iran will find the United States a "willing partner" if Rouhani is prepared for serious talks on its nuclear program, says the White House.

Iran's Currency Near Collapse as Rouhani Takes Power

Iran’s new president will have to deal with an economy that is showing signs of foundering, according to the Washington Post.

Iran's President Warned: Fighting Israel a Top Priority

Iran's new president must follow the instructions of top mullah Ali Khamenei, especially when it comes to fighting Israel.

'Moderate' Rouhani Takes Over as Iran's President

Hassan Rouhani was endorsed Saturday by Iran's Supreme Leader, marking the handover of power.

Nasrallah: Destroying Israel is the Interest of All Arabs

The head of the Hizbullah terror group makes a rare public appearance in honor of Iran’s Quds Day.

Iran: Rouhani's Remarks on Israel Were 'Distorted'

Hours after Iran's new president called Israel an "old wound", official Iranian media claimed the remarks were distorted.

Netanyahu: Rouhani Reveals His True Colors Sooner Than Expected

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu responds to Iranian President's remark that Israel "needs to be removed."

Netanyahu Welcomes Tightening of U.S. Sanctions on Iran

"The House of Representatives has sent a clear message to Iran that international pressure will increase," says PM Netanyahu.

Neturei Karta Protest 'Iranian Spy' Arrest

Members of extremist hareidi sect protest arrest of suspected Iranian spy from their community who offered to 'kill a Zionist.'

U.S. House Approves Tougher Sanctions on Iran

U.S. House votes 400-20 for a measure that would subject more Iranian goods and services to sanctions.

Iran: Ahmadinejad Granted License to Start University

President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has obtained clearance to establish a university in Tehran after he leaves office next week.

Serial Abusers Stand for UN 'Human Rights' Elections

"It is an insult to their victims - and a defeat for the global cause of human rights."

Hamas Trying to Patch Things Up with Iran

Hamas has been meeting representatives from Iran and Hizbullah, in an attempt to restore lost funding.

Iran Seeks Direct Nuclear Talks With U.S., Report Says

Iran wants to open direct talks with Washington on nuclear issues, a report in the New York Times said Friday

Iran Slams PA-Israel Peace as ‘Symbol of Arab Expulsion’

Iran is calling any land swap deal within the context of an Israel-PA peace plan a “disrespect” and “symbol of expulsion”

Iran's 'Moderate' President Laughs at Prospect of Israeli Strike

One laughs when hearing Israel talk about striking Iran's nuclear facilities, says President-elect Hassan Rouhani.

Sources: EU's Yesha Sanctions Could Boomerang

The European Union is not the only one that can impose sanctions, Israeli officials said. Israel may have to pull out of a major EU project

Iran's Rouhani Affirms Support for Syria, Hizbullah

Iranian-Syrian ties will confront “enemies in the region, especially the Zionist regime,” says Iranian president-elect Hasan Rouhani.

Iran Attack "Not on the Table"

"Senior military source" contradicts claims by PM Netanyahu that all options are still on the table

Iran Denies Building New Nuclear Facility

Iran's Foreign Ministry rejects a claim by an Iranian dissident group that an underground nuclear facility is currently being built.

Don't Attack Us, Asks Exiled Iranian Filmmaker

Israel attacking Iran will "only aggravate the situation," says exiled Iranian filmmaker Mohsen Makhmalbaf.

Iranian Group: Tehran Building Another Underground Nuke Facility

An anti-government Iranian group said it had discovered a previously unknown underground nuclear facility in Iran

Report: Saudis Aiming Missiles at Israel and Iran

Satellite photography suggests that Saudi Arabia has ballistic missiles pointed at both Israel and Iran.

Iran, Syria to Seek Seats on UN Human Rights Council

Some of the most oppressive regimes, possibly including Iran and Syria, are vying to serve on United Nations' Human Rights Council.

Ahmadinejad: Holocaust Denial Was Proudest Presidential Moment

Outgoing Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad celebrates his achievement as a Presidential Holocaust-denier

Yaalon: We Don't Interfere in Other Countries, But...

Israel does not interfere in neighboring countries, but does act when its red lines are crossed, says Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon.

"61 Executions Since Iranian Elections"

Iranian activists call for "Twitterstorm" in protest at wave of executions, less than a month after election of "moderate" Rouhani.

Iran’s Rouhani Set to Revamp Censorship?

Iranian President-elect Hassan Rouhani may be set to revamp the country’s censorship , according to a speech he delivered in Tehran.

Iran Says Egypt Coup ‘Improper,' Russia Warns of ‘Civil War’

Iran calls overthrow of Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi 'improper' and Russia is warning the country is on the brink of “civil war.”

Lebanese Shi’ites: Don’t Send Our Sons to Syria!

Lebanese Shi’ites tell Hizbullah they no longer want their children to provide the military support to Syria’s President Bashar al-Assad.

Jewish Group Protests Argentina-Iran 'Whitewash Agreement'

Jewish group protests Argentinian prosecutor general’s decision to block key testimony on the Buenos Aires AMIA Jewish Center bombing.

Iran Exploits Sanctions Loophole, Buys High-Grade Alumina Ore

Iran has exploited a loophole in international sanctions to import tons of alumina – a refined version of raw bauxite ore.

Rowhani Welcomes Facebook, Rejects Segregation

Iran's president-elect expresses progressive views about civil liberties, freedom of expression and the internet.

PM is ‘Ready to Enter Peace Tent Till White Smoke Comes Out’

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu says he is ready to enter the “peace tent and stay in the ten until white smoke comes out.”

Iran's Atomic Energy Chief: The Nuclear Program Won't Stop

Iran may have elected a “moderate” new president, but its nuclear program will continue, says nuclear energy chief.

US Ex-General May Have Leaked News of Iran Cyber Attack

A former American general is under investigation for allegedly leaking details about the Stuxnet virus.

Iran's Rowhani Accused of PhD Plagiarism

Newly-elected President Hassan Rowhani’s PhD university thesis under scrutiny as allegations emerge of plagiarism.

Khamenei: The West Should Stop its 'Stubborn' Attitude

If the West wasn't so stubborn, the Iranian nuclear issue would be resolved, claims Supreme Leader.

Senate Approves Compensation for 1979 Iran Hostages

Senate Foreign Relations panel approves legislation to compensate Americans held hostage by Iranian Islamist revolutionaries in 1979.

Iran Says it Dismantled Israeli-Linked Terrorist Network

Security forces in Iran have dismantled a terrorist and sabotage network in Shiraz, says semi-official ISNA news agency.

Moscow Offers Iran Replacement System for S-300

Moscow has offered Iran a replacement for the S-300 anti-missile defense system it did not deliver to the Islamic Republic.

Netanyahu: Iran Wants 200 Nuclear Bombs, Not Two

Prime Minister Netanyahu warns the international community not to be fooled by Iran’s new "moderate" president.

Ex-President Carter Seeks Weakened Bans on Terror Groups

Former President is spearheading an effort to convince the United States to allow peace groups to teach terrorists negotiating skills.

Iran Neighbor Accepts First Israeli Ambassador

The Central Asian state of Turkmenistan, which shares border with Iran, has accepted the credentials of the first ever Israeli ambassador.

PM to EU Chief: Iranian Issue Not Spin, It’s Spin of Centrifuges

PM Binyamin Netanyahu told EU chief Catherine Ashton in Jerusalem that elections did not change the Iranian nuclear threat to the world.

Report: Rowhani Linked to 1994 Buenos Aires AMIA Bombing

Iranian President-elect Hassan Rowhani was on special Iranian committee that plotted 1994 bombing of a Buenos Aires Jewish community center.

Elkin: Iran's Elections Made a Mockery of Democracy

Iran's new president invented the method of talking to the West while advancing the nuclear program, warns Deputy Foreign Minister.

Lavrov: Iran is Prepared to Halt 20-Percent Enrichment

Russian Foreign Minister urges the world to drop the sanctions on Iran.

Netanyahu Warns Against 'Drawn Out' Talks with Iran

PM Netanyahu warns world powers against holding "drawn out" negotiations with Iran over nuclear program following election of new president.

Yaalon Doubtful Iran's New President Will Bring Change

"Ultimately, Khamenei makes all the decisions," Yaalon tells France's Foreign and Defense Ministers.

New Iran Prez: Our Economic Problems All Israel's Fault

The 'moderation' of Iran's new president appears to stop at Israel, judging from a speech he made on Monday

Hizbullah Trains Assad Forces for Aleppo Offensive

Some 80 thousand military forces trained by Hizbullah to launch a ground offensive to recapture Syria’s commercial city of Aleppo.

PM on Iran: 'We Are Not Deluding Ourselves'

Speaking in reaction to election of Hassan Rohani as new Iranian president, PM Netanyahu says Israel is not "deluding" itself.

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