Iran

1,408 Missiles in 8 Days Fired by Gaza at Israel

As the 8-day holiday of Hanukkah approaches, Israel marks the eighth day of Operation Pillar of Defense by counting the missiles fired.

Iran Is Out of Its Mind, Says Peres

President Peres said Iran is “out of its mind" for encouraging missile attacks rather than ceasefire negotiations.

Podcast: Moshe Ya'alon Explains Iranian Nuclear Red Line

"They already have a delivery system and 400 missiles ready for nuclear warheads," said Ya'alon in an exclusive audio interview.

Israel's Better PR Position

Analysis: Israel Doing Better in PR Sphere than in Other Wars

Analysis: Israel is encountering a more favorable information climate than in previous wars.

Iran Condemns 'Barbaric Offensive' in Gaza

Iran's Foreign Minister calls on the UN and the EU to halt what he calls Israel's "barbaric offensive” in Gaza.

Sanctions Have Not Slowed Down Iran's Nuclear Race, Says IAEA

Sanctions? What sanctions? A UN report confirms what Israel said for months: sanctions do not slow Iran’s nuke program.

Iran Launches Massive 'Velayat-4' Air Defense Drills

Iran launched massive air defense drills across half the country on Monday.

Obama Renews 33-Year-Old State of Emergency Against Iran

Obama renewed America's 33-year-old state of emergency, first announced by President Carter following '79 Islamic Revolution

IAEA to Meet Iran Again in December

The UN atomic agency says it will hold in December its first talks with Iran since August over Tehran's nuclear program.

After Visit, Peres Hails Russia on 'Determined' Stance on Iran

Shimon Peres on Friday hailed a "determined" stance from Russia on Iran's nuclear program and said Moscow's position was close to Israel's.

Ahmadinejad: Having Nuclear Bombs is 'Retarded'

"Those who are stockpiling nuclear weapons are mentally retarded," claims the Iranian president during a visit to Bali.

Iran Report: Obama Even More Flexible than Europe

Iranian intelligence report: Obama's views on a nuclear Iran are 'completely different' from Israel, Republicans.

After Election, Iran Problem Presses on Obama

Iran, in a new challenge to the reelected President Obama, said it was willing to speak about nuclear issues anytime, anywhere

US Drops Terror Sanctions Against Hamas-Linked American Citizen

The U.S. dropped its sanctions against the only resident American citizen believed to be labeled a “specially designated terrorist."

Iran Claims to be Testing Latest Drone

Iranian experts have succeeded in building a vertical take-off and landing drone which will be unveiled in the coming months.

Argentine Jews ask for Details on Iran Attack

Representatives of Argentina's Jewish community are seeking information on the 1994 community center bombing

Iran Denies it Agreed to Limited Enrichment Program

In a statement, Iran said that it was going full-force forward with its program to enrich uranium to a level of 20%.

Sudanese VP Says Country Stands with Hamas, Doesn't Fear Israel

The vice-president of Sudan announced Sunday that his country does not fear Israel and will stand by the Islamist Hamas movement.

Report: Iran Suspends 20% Uranium Enrichment

Iran has suspended uranium enrichment in order to have Western-imposed sanctions lifted, reports Al Arabiya.

Iran Completing its Nuclear Activities, Says Atomic Official

Head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization says Iran is completing its nuclear activities despite “negative western media reports.”

Report: U.S., Israel Can't Count on Arab Support for Iran Strike

Arab countries want to see Iran contained, but they won't help in the effort, a report says

U.S. Monitoring Iran's Activities in Sudan

The United States says it is monitoring a visit by two Iranian warships to a Sudanese port this week.

Democratic Internet Campaign: 'Romney Has Ties to Iran'

Both US presidential candidates were slowed by Hurricane Sandy, but worked the Internet instead. Democrats claimed Romney has ties to Iran.

Sudan Military: Iran Naval Visit Reflects Strong Ties

The visit of two Iranian naval ships to Sudan reflects strong ties between the countries, according to Sudan's military.

Barak: Israel Almost Attacked Iran 8 Months Ago

Defense Minister Ehud Barak said that Israel almost attacked Iran eight months ago – but that the “moment of truth” was postponed

Lawmaker Warns of Link Between Hizbullah, Mexican Cartels

A U.S. lawmaker is warning that the federal government is ignoring a growing Hizbullah presence in Mexico.

Rep. Israel Proposes Resolution Calling for Ahmadinejad's Arrest

Rep. Steve Israel (D-N.Y.) has proposed a resolution calling for the arrest and prosecution of Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.

Iranian Official Touts Tehran's Help to Sudan

As Iranian ships docked at a port in Sudan on Monday, an Iranian official said that Tehran had transferred manpower and technology to Sudan.

Sudan Denies Iran Role in Arms Factory

Sudan denies Iranian involvement in an arms factory targeted in a missile strike as the site catches fire a second time.

Iranian Navy Sends 2 Ships to Sudanese Port

Iran has sent two navy vessels to a Sudanese port five days after a weapons factory was destroyed in Khartoum.

Iran Has More Advanced UAVs, Claims its Defense Minister

Iranian Defense Minister Ahmad Vahidi says that the UAV that recently penetrated into Israel is not Iran’s most advanced.

Argentina, Iran to Discuss 1994 Bombing Again

Argentine and Iranian representatives will meet to discuss a 1994 bombing of a Jewish aid association in Buenos Aires.

Report: UK Denies US Access to Bases for Gulf Buildup

Britain rejected US requests to use military bases as part of build-up in Gulf, saying strike on Iran would violate international law,

Britain: Iran Strike Not Appropriate at the Moment

The British government reiterates that it does not believe military action against Iran would be appropriate at the moment.

Iran in Final Stages of Placing Centrifuges in Fordow

Western diplomats warn that Tehran is in its final stages of placing centrifuges in the underground uranium enrichment facility at Fordow.

EU Talks to Iran About Nuclear Negotiations

The EU, leading diplomatic efforts to resolve the dispute over Iran's nuclear program, has talked to Tehran to bring it up to date.

Ahmadinejad Once Again Barred from Visiting Tehran's Evin Prison

Iran’s judicial authorities have once again denied a request by President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad to visit Tehran’s Evin prison.

Signs of Turmoil in Iran: Ahmadinejad Turns Backers into Enemies

Bad sign for Ahmadinejad: Ayatollah’s representative tells him, “You are turning your supporters into your opponents.”

White House: Talks With Iran Certainly Possible

U.S. President Barack H. Obama could conceivably conduct talks with Iran, the White House said, although none were scheduled

Iran's Sanction Battle Plan: Halting Oil Exports Altogether

Iran struck back at Western sanctions against it, saying that if the sanctions continued it would stop producing oil altogether.

Nuclear Bomb is Iran’s Red Line, Says Guard Commander

Iran has shot back at Netanyahu’s “red line” speech at the UN and says Iran has its own red line – “the domain of nuclear weapons.”

Canada's FM Stands Up to 'The Evil Regime in Iran'

Canada's top diplomat blasted Iran for human rights violations and religious intolerance at a meeting of world parliamentarians.

Citing 'Tension' EU Member Withdraws From Delegation to Iran

Belgian Socialist MEP withdrew from EU delegation to Iran, citing “tension” around its reception by the international community.

Fischer Says Banks Ready 'For All Sorts of Eventualities'

Stanley Fischer, Governor of the Bank of Israel, on Iran, sanctions, the Israeli economy and what to expect in the coming months.

Ahmadinejad Insists on Visiting Evin Prison

Iranian President Ahmadinejad insists he still wants to visit the Evin prison, after the judiciary rejects his request to see the jail.

Sanctions Hurting Iran's Shipping Industry

The head of Iran’s shipping company has admitted that Western sanctions are hurting the country’s shipping industry.

EU: Iran, Syria Jamming Our Broadcasts

Iran and Syria have been deliberately interfering with broadcasts by European satellite stations, a group of EU broadcasters said

US Sanctions on Iran Exempt Popcorn as 'Humanitarian Aid'

Humanitarian aid is part of the reason US exports to Iran rise as sanctions stiffen. Aid includes Coca-Cola, Kraft cheese – and popcorn.

Ahmadinejad Barred from Visiting Tehran's Evin Prison

Iran's judiciary has rejected a request by President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad to visit Tehran's Evin prison, its spokesman said on Sunday.

Iranian Media: Romney Will Steal Election, Riots Expected

Iran’s government mouthpiece Press TV panics over US polls and warns that race riots will occur if Romney rigs vote.

New Video Game Allows YOU to Make Military Decisions on Iran

A liberal group released a video game enabling players to make crucial military and strategic decisions on Iran as they play U.S. president.

Report: U.S., Iran Agree to Direct Negotiations

New York Times: U.S. and Iran have agreed to hold one-on-one negotiations over Iran’s nuclear program. White House denies.

Iranian Official Threatens Israel with More Drones

An Iranian military official says Israel should expect more unmanned drones to enter its airspace.

EU Trip to Iran to Go Ahead Despite Israeli Pressure

The European Union is going ahead with sending a "humanitarian" delegation to Iran, despite Israeli efforts to stop it.

U.S. Offers $12 Million for Al-Qaeda Financiers

The U.S. posts a reward for help in tracking down two Iran-based Al-Qaeda financial backers.

Iran Denies 'Dirty Water' Plot to Ease Sanctions

Iran denied allegations that it is planning an environmental disaster in the Strait of Hormuz in an attempt to have sanctions lifted.

Iran Adds More Centrifuges at Fordow

Iran has added more uranium enrichment centrifuges at its underground Fordow nuclear plant, diplomats report.

Dems Join Israel in Slamming EU for Planned Delegation to Iran

Senate Democrats on Wednesday strongly urged their European Union counterparts to cancel a planned trip to Iran.

Man Pleads Guilty to Iranian Plot Against Saudi Ambassador

Manssor Arbabsiar pleads guilty to conspiring with the Iranian military to kill the Saudi ambassador to the United States.

Newspaper Report: UAV Built in Germany, Purchased by Iran

According to Lebanese newspaper, the drone that penetrated Israeli airspace almost two weeks ago was not made in Iran, but sold by Germany.