Iran

Iran Accused of Assisting Terrorism in Bahrain and Yemen

Arab interior ministers accuse Iran of supplying "logistic help to terrorist operations" in Bahrain and Yemen.

Iran to Sue Hollywood Over Oscar-Winning Film 'Argo'

Iran plans to sue Hollywood over Oscar-winning film "Argo" as a result of film’s alleged "unrealistic portrayal" of 1979 events.

PA Arabs Nabbed in Egypt, Suspected of Spying

Seven Palestinian Authority Arabs have been arrested by Egyptian security on suspicion of carrying out a military reconnaissance mission.

U.S. Intelligence Director: We'll Know if Iran Diverts Uranium

Iran could not produce enough highly-enriched uranium for an atomic bomb without being detected, says James Clapper.

UN Monitor Slams Iran Over Arrest of Journalists

The UN monitor for human rights in Iran says there is a rise in arrests of journalists, part of a pattern of increasing violations.

Syria, China, Iran: 'Enemies of the Internet'

Syria, China, Iran are flagrantly spying online, media watchdog RSF said Tuesday.

UN Reports an Increase in Iran's Human Rights Violations

Human rights violations in Iran spiralled in 2012, a United Nations monitor says.

US Slaps Sanctions on North Korea's Primary Trade Bank

The US imposed sanctions on N. Korea's primary foreign exchange bank as it bids to force the regime to abandon its nuclear program.

South Korea and US Defy North's Threats, Launch Joint Drills

The start of the two-week "Key Resolve" exercise follows a week of escalating tensions on the Korean peninsula.

Several Wounded in Iran Explosion

Several people were wounded Sunday in an explosion in Bandar Imam Khomeini, a port city in Iran, but few details have been released.

India May Cease Iranian Oil Imports As Insurers Back Out

Indian refiners may halt imports of Iranian crude oil after insurance firms said refineries processing Iranian oil will no longer be covered

Peres, Hollande Call for Tougher Sanctions on Iran

Sanctions on Iran over are biting but need to be strengthened further, President Shimon Peres and French President Francois Hollande say.

Peres, NATO Secretary General Discuss Strategic Cooperation

President Shimon Peres met with NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen at NATO headquarters in Brussels.

Ahmadinejad to Attend Funeral of Close Friend Chavez

Iran's President travels to Caracas for the funeral of Venezuelan president Hugo Chavez.

Family of US Marine Held in Iran Calls for Mercy

The family of a former US Marine who has been held in Iran for 555 days renewed calls for his release, urging Iranian leaders to show mercy.

Syria, Iran Hail 'Martyr', 'Honorable' Chavez

Syria pays tribute to "honorable" Chavez, while Iran hails the late Venezuelan leader as "a martyr for his people."

World Powers Express 'Deep Concern' Over Iran Nuclear Progress

Six world powers say they are "deeply concerned" by Tehran's recent atomic upgrades.

Top U.S. Commander: Sanctions on Iran Not Working

Iran’s behavior poses the greatest risk to stability in the Middle East, warns Gen. James N. Mattis.

AIPAC: Canadian FM Voices Skepticism Over Negotiations with Iran

Baird at AIPAC conference: "We will not back down on sanctions and pressure just for Iran showing up at the negotiating table."

Vatican, Iran Resist UN Efforts to Fight Violence Against Women

The Vatican and Iran are resisting efforts by UN conference to demand tougher global standards to prevent violence against women, children.

Amos Yadlin at AIPAC: Time is Running Out in 2013

Former Head of IDF Military Intelligence, Amos Yadlin, spoke about the differences between US and Israeli approach to Iran.

AIPAC Conference: Senate Minority Whip Praises Israeli Democracy

John Cornyn praises Israel for remaining a strong democratic country, "despite living under the constant threat of terrorism."

Iran Must Allow Immediate Access to Parchin, Says IAEA Chief

Yukiya Amano calls on Iran to allow access to the Parchin military base, where nuclear weapons research may have taken place.

Kerry on Gulf Tour Pledges Backing for Syrian Rebels

Kerry said Washington will work to "empower" Syria's opposition, while warning Iran that time for talk on its nuclear program could run out

Iran Adds Thousands of Advanced Centrifuges to Enrich Uranium

Iran is adding thousands of advanced centrifuges to further enrich uranium into nuclear fuel, state-run media reported Sunday.

Iran's Foreign Minister Hails Nuclear Talks as a 'Milestone'

Iran's negotiations with world powers reached "a turning point", Iranian Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi told an Austrian network.

Argentine Lawmakers Approve Iran Deal Over 1994 Attack

Argentine lawmakers approve deal with Iran to set up a "truth commission" to investigate deadly 1994 bombing of Jewish center.

Iran Jails 12 Journalists as ‘Collaborators’ With Foreign Media

A dozen more journalists have been arrested and jailed in Iran on suspicion of cooperating with Persian-language foreign media outlets.

Netanyahu: Ratchet Up the Sanctions Against Iran

Netanyahu meets Sri Lankan External Affairs Minister, says Iran "continuing to defy the international community."

Iran, World Powers Schedule More Nuclear Talks

Iran and world powers agreed to hold new talks in March and April over the Islamic Republic's nuclear program.

Argentina Lawmakers Debate Iran Deal Over 1994 Attack

Argentine lawmakers set to approve an agreement with Iran to set up a "truth commission" into a deadly 1994 bombing, despite opposition.

Report: Nasrallah's Hizbullah Deputy Injured or Killed in Syria

The second-in-command to Hizbullah chief Hassan Nasrallah has been injured in an attack on a convoy by Syrian opposition forces.

Lebanese Terror Group Denies Hizbullah's Nasrallah Has Cancer

The Hizbullah terrorist organization has issued a denial that the group’s 52-year-old leader, Sheikh Hassan Nasrallah, has cancer.

Report: Iran Has 'Plan B' for Nuclear Bomb

Satellite images show that Iran's Arak plan is operational, raising fears that it is trying to produce plutonium, Daily Telegraph says.

Iran, World Powers Exchange Offers in Kazakhstan

World powers and Iran exchange offers at "useful" talks in Kazakhstan over Tehran's disputed nuclear drive.

Turkish News Agency Confirms Nasrallah Taken to Iran

The Turkish Anatolia news agency confirms that Hizbullah chief has been flown to a hospital in Iran. Hizbullah denies.

Kerry Insists 'Diplomatic Path' Can Be Forged with Iran

US Secretary of State John Kerry insisted there a "diplomatic path" can be forged with Iran on its disputed nuclear program.

World Powers to Present Iran with 'Good' Offer

World powers will present Iran with an updated and "good" offer at talks this week on its nuclear program, officials say.

Iran Slams Hollywood Over 'Argo' Oscar Win

Iran, upset over the film “Argo” winning the Academy Award for best movie, says the movie "lacks artistic value."

Report: Nasrallah Taken for Cancer Treatment in Iran

Hizbullah chief has been transferred to receive medical treatment in Iran due to cancer, an anti-Hizbullah Lebanese website claimed.

UN Experts Investigate Iranian Shipment Seized in Yemen

UN experts in Yemen investigated an Iran-linked arms shipment which authorities intercepted in January.

Iran Probes Diplomat's Defection in Norway

Iran said Saturday it is investigating the reported defection of one of its diplomats in Norway.

Iran Claims It Captured Another 'Enemy Drone'

Iran announced Saturday that it downed and captured another "enemy drone," the semi-official Fars News Agency reported.

Ahmadinejad Admits: It's Been a Hard Year

“This was a very difficult year for our economy,” Iranian President admits during a live television interview.

Iran: IAEA Report Proves Our Nuclear Program is Peaceful

Iran has claimed that the latest report by the IAEA is proof that its nuclear program is intended only for peaceful purposes.

Iran Denies Sending Terrorists to Target Israelis in Nigeria

Iran rejects it committed any "illegal act" in Nigeria after the country arrests three Nigerians accused of spying for the Islamic Republic.

Netanyahu: IAEA Report Shows Iran is Closer to Red Line

Iran is continuing to get closer to the “red line” that Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu set at the United Nations last September.

IAEA Report: Iran Installing New Nuclear Equipment

Iran has begun installing next-generation equipment at one of its main nuclear plants, new IAEA report finds.

Nigeria Busts Iran-Backed Terror Group Targeting Israelis, Jews

Nigerian investigators have uncovered a plot by terrorists to attack Israeli and American tourists and businesspeople visiting the country

Diplomats: Iran Installing High-Tech Machines at Natanz

Tehran has started to install machines at its main uranium enrichment site that are capable of accelerating production of reactor fuel.

Nigeria Arrests 3 Members of Iran-linked Terror Cell

Nigeria arrested three people suspected of being members of an terror cell planning attacks on U.S. and Israeli interests in Lagos.

Diplomat: World Powers to Make 'Significant New Iran Offer'

World powers will make Iran an offer with "significant new elements" in a bid to resolve the dispute over its nuclear program.

Germany Charges Two Over Drone Engine Exports to Iran

German federal prosecutors filed charges against two men over alleged illegal export to Iran of dozens of aircraft engines for use in drones

Iran Urges France to Take 'Approach Based on Reality'

Tehran urged Paris to take "a correct approach based on reality," regarding Iran's nuclear weapons.

Iran Slams 'Illegal' Berlin Film Festival Director

Iran protested against the awarding of a Silver Bear to Jafar Panahi for the best screenplay at the 63rd Berlin film festival.

Iran Urges France to 'Get Real' About Iranian Nukes

Iran urges Paris to take “a correct approach” after the French defense minister says there's a need to prevent Iran's nuclear weapons.

Netanyahu Stresses Dangers of Iran and Syria

Netanyahu warns of the dangers from Iran and Syria, in a speech to the Jewish Agency Board of Governors.

Bahrain Dismantles Iranian-Linked Terror Cell

Bahrain has dismantled a "terrorist cell" linked to Iran, Iraq, and Lebanon.

Fordow Will Never be Shut Down, Says Iranian Lawmaker

Iranian lawmaker rejects the Western proposal for Iran to close its Fordow nuclear facility in exchange for the relaxation of restrictions.

Iran’s Pistachio Export Ban May Backfire on Tehran

The latest sign that international sanctions against Iran may be effective could also backfire in unexpected ways.

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