Iran

Major Powers Demand Urgent Action from Iran

EU foreign affairs chief Ashton meets with major powers, says Iran must take urgent action over concerns about its nuclear program.

Argentina, Iran Meet Over Jewish Center Bombing

The foreign ministers of Argentina and Iran meet, discuss the 1994 terror attack on a Jewish association in Buenos Aires.

Iran's Statements on 90% Uranium Enrichment Exposed

MEMRI has tracked a campaign by the Iranian regime regarding its intents to enrich uranium for use in nuclear-fueled ships and submarines.

Netanyahu, Clinton Meet After UN Speech

Clinton and Netanyahu meet one-on-one for 75 minutes, reaffirm goal to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.

NYPD Rescues Iranian Diplomat From Angry Mob Outside UN

The New York Police Department was forced to rescue an Iranian diplomat from angry protesters Wednesday near the United Nations.

Report: Sanctions Hit Iran 'Hard'

A new report says Iran is being hard hit by international sanctions, but evidence shows its nuclear development program is galloping ahead.

Ayalon: US, Israel Closer than Ever on Iran

The Deputy Foreign Minister says that the U.S. and Israel are not far apart on setting red lines for Iran's nuclear program

Mass Rally Against 'Perilous' US Middle East Policy to be Held

A coalition of groups concerned over Iranian and Arab terrorism and Islamism, both Jewish and non-Jewish, is set to rally Thursday

Iran: Top Aide to Ahmadinejad Arrested and Jailed

Top aide to Ahmadinejad who heads Iran's official news agency arrested for publishing material offensive to Islam.

Protesters Outside UN: 'No, No, Ahmadinejad!'

"The executioner and criminal Ahmadinejad doesn't represent the Iranian people," said opposition supporters

Iran, Argentina to Discuss 1994 Terror Attack

Argentina's president says Iran wants to cooperate with probe into AMIA massacre.

Ahmadinejad in UN: "Uncivilized Zionists" are Threatening Us

U.S. spokeswoman: Ahmadinejad "spouting paranoid theories and repulsive slurs against Israel."

Iran Claims Missile Success on Mock Warships

Iran, the day before Ahmadinejad speaks at the UN, claimed it successfully fired four missiles at a mock sea target representing warships.

Video: Ryan Says Under Obama, Mideast Looks Like '1979 Tehran'

Rep. Paul Ryan denounced Obama’s handling of foreign policy, saying that the Mideast looks like Tehran during hostage crisis of 1979-1980.

Iran Pulls Oscars Entry Because of Mohammed Film

Iran yanks its entry in the Oscars race because of the “Innocence of Muslims” film that has angered Muslims in several countries.

Obama to Talk About Iran, Muslim Unrest in UN Speech

President Barack Obama will tell world leaders the United States "will never retreat from the world" at the UN General Assembly.

Iran Tests Missiles, Unveils Drone

Iran has tested an array of anti-aircraft and anti-ship missiles and unveiled a new drone, the Revolutionary Guards announced Monday.

Iran Blocks YouTube, Google, Gmail

Iran blocked access to YouTube, Google and Gmail, citing the anti-Islam film that has allegedly sparked deadly protests in Arab world.

House Urges Obama to Prevent Ahmadinejad UN Speech on Yom Kippur

The House of Representatives introduced a resolution that calls on US to pressure UN to prevent Ahmadinejad from addressing GA on Yom Kippur

NY Post Delivers Care Package of Jewish Goodies to Ahmadinejad

In ‘honor’ of Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad’s arrival in NY, The New York Post decided to deliver a gift basket to his luxury suite.

Video: Obama on Israel's 'Red Lines': Noise I Try to Ignore

President Barack Obama brushes off Netanyahu's demands for "red lines" to Iran during a CBS interview. Romney criticizes.

Britain, France and Germany Call for New Iran Sanctions

Britain, France and Germany write EU foreign policy chief Ashton, call for new European Union sanctions against Iran.

Ahmadinejad: Zionists Are 'At the End of the Line'

Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad tells CNN that his country will retaliate should Israel attack it.

Ahmadinejad Arrives in NY, Surrounded by Protests

Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad arrived in New York Saturday evening to attend the 67th annual meeting of the UN General Assembly.

U.S. Denies Visas to Iranians Coming to UN General Assembly

The U.S. has denied entry visas to 20 Iranian officials accompanying Ahmadinejad to attend the UN General Assembly meeting in New York.

Top Iranian: 'War with Israel is Practically Inevitable'

For the first time, Iran has acknowledged the probability of open armed conflict with Israel

Iran Parades Military Hardware, Ahmadinejad Lashes Out at West

Iran proudly paraded its military hardware in Tehran on Friday under the gaze of President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.

Obama in Florida: No Nuclear Weapons for Iran

President Obama speaks in Tampa, Florida: I've been absolutely clear that our policy is not to allow Iran to get a nuclear weapon.

Iran's Defense Minister: We Can Wipe Israel Off the Earth

Iranian Defense Minister Ahmad Vahidi: Tehran is capable of wiping the Israeli regime off the earth.

U.S. Warns Israel: Iran Strike May Affect Peace

U.S. officials recently warned Israel that Egypt and Jordan could annul their peace treaties with the Jewish State if it attacks Iran.

‘Immodest' Girls Beat Up Iranian Cleric

‘”You are badly covered,” an Iranian cleric told two girls. “Cover your eyes,” one said before kicking him. He was hospitalized.

Israel Opts Out of Nuclear-Free Mideast Summit

Israel has decided to opt out of a conference on the creation of a nuclear-free Middle East scheduled to take place in Finland.

Iran: We Lie to International Inspectors on Our Nuke Program

The West has long suspected Iran of misleading it over its nuclear program – and now a top Iranian official has admitted as much

'Israel Has the Ability to Defend Itself'

The head of Israel's Nuclear Energy Commission, Shaul Horev, warns Iran that Israel can defend itself on its own.

Israeli Law Center Sues Ahmadinejad's NYC Hotel

An Israeli law center is suing a NYC hotel that agreed to host the Iranian President during his visit next week, when he will address UN.

Report: Assad May Use Chemical Weapons on Syrians

The Syrian government has already considered using chemical weapons on rebels and civilians - despite protestations to the contrary.

EU's Ashton to Consult with UN Partners About Iran

Catherine Ashton will consult with UN partners in New York after face-to-face talks with Iran's Saeed Jalili.

Iranian Foundation Increases Bounty for Rushdie

An Iranian foundation increases a bounty for the death of author Salman Rushdie, offering $3.3 million for his death.

Iran's Not There Yet, Says U.S. Ambassador

U.S. ambassador to the UN joins those who have rejected Netanyahu’s request that the U.S. set a clear “red line” for Iran.

Iran Threatens to Hit Israel and U.S. Bases

The head of Iran's Revolutionary Guards says his country will target U.S. bases in the Middle East and Israel if attacked.

Netanyahu: Iran Puts Zealotry Above Survival

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu says Iran's leaders are guided by "unbelievable fanaticism" and can't have nuclear weapons.

Official: Obama Rejected Netanyahu's Request for 'Red Line'

Senior official says the divide between Obama and Netanyahu in Iran has deepened after their phone conversation this week.

U.S. Treasury Freezes Nasrallah's Assets

U.S. Treasury imposes sanctions on Hizbullah leader Hassan Nasrallah and two other members, for their role in aiding the crackdown in Syria.

IAEA Passes Resolution Criticizing Iran

The UN atomic agency's board approves with a crushing majority a resolution criticizing Iran. China and Russia vote in favor.

Report: Iran 'Outfoxing' Sanctions With Dead-of-Night Oil Sales

Iran has found a way to outsmart the sanctions against selling their oil overseas.

Ahmadinejad Accuses the West of Destroying Iran's Rain Clouds

Iranian President Ahmadinejad has accused the West of destroying his country’s rain clouds in an effort to bring about a drought.

New Axis of Evil: Egypt’s Intelligence Head Met with Iranian Spy

Recent secret meeting between the head of Egyptian intelligence and an Iranian spy is new evidence of Cairo’s joining the “axis of evil.”

What You Will Need if Israel is Attacked

A list of emergency items, as well as ideas of what to have packed for survival or in case of a quick escape in times of an emergency.

Panetta: US Will Have One Year to Stop Iran if it Builds Nukes

U.S. will have about a year to respond to Iran should the regime decide to build a nuclear weapon, said US Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta

Report: Jerusalem Within Range of New Iranian Missile

Iran is set to unveil a “domestically produced” cruise missile capable of reaching major Israeli cities, including Jerusalem.

Israel, U.S. Spar Over 'Red Lines' for Iran

Israel responds to Clinton's remarks about setting red lines for Iran, and Clinton's spokeswoman responds to Israel.

Former Ambassador: Israel Alone Again, As Usual

Israelis need to get used to the idea that they are alone on Iran, former Israeli ambassador to the U.S. Zalman Shoval said

Ahmadinejad to Address U.N. General Assembly on Yom Kippur

Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad is expected to address the United Nations General Assembly on Yom Kippur.

Exposé on How Israel Knew It had to Bomb Syria Reactor

The Israeli bombing of a Syrian nuclear strike began with intelligence gathered six months earlier in a daring raid on Austrian home.

Lower Chance that Israel Will Strike Iran, Predicts Minister

Senior Israeli Cabinet Minister says that Canada and Europe's latest moves against Iran have reduced the possibility of an Israeli strike.

Jewish Advocacy Group Welcomes Canada's Decision on Iran

Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs welcomes Canada's decision to cut off ties with Iran, says it is "an appropriate Canadian response."

Ashkenazi: Military and Political Leaders Should Decide Together

Former Chief of Staff Gabi Ashkenazi stresses the importance of the political and military leaders deciding together on striking Iran.

EU Exploring New Sanctions on Iran

German Foreign Minister Guido Westerwelle says there is a growing consensus for more EU sanctions on Iran over its nuclear program.

Canada Closes Embassy in Iran, Expels Iranian Diplomats

Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister John Baird announced that Canada has closed its embassy in Iran and is expelling Iranian diplomats.

Barak: U.S. Ready to Face Iran on Every Level

The United States is ready to "face the challenge on every level" concerning Iran, says Defense Minister Ehud Barak.

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