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'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.

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

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.

Israeli Delegation Visits U.S., Meets Susan Rice

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.

Iran's FM: Nuclear Weapons Are 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.

New Images Show Major Alterations at Iran Nuclear Site

Iranians Convicted in Botched Thailand Terror Attack

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

Iranians Convicted in Botched Thailand Terror Attack

Iran: Christian Man Jailed for Distributing Gospel

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

Iran: Christian Man Jailed for Distributing Gospel

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.

Iranian Schools Prepare Students for 'Drone Hunting'

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

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.

Islamists Plan to Attack Israeli, Jewish Targets Worldwide

Documents Confirm CIA, MI6 Behind '53 Iran Coup

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

Documents Confirm CIA, MI6 Behind '53 Iran Coup

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 Has 18,000 Centrifuges, Says Outgoing Nuclear Chief

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.

Iran's Outgoing FM to Head Nuclear Program

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.

Dempsey: 'More and Better' Options Available on Iran

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.

Russia not Supplying 'Replacement' Missile System to 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."

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

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, Iran Putting Aside their Differences to Fight Israel

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.

Hamas and Iran Slowly Restoring Ties

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.

Report: Iran's New Defense Minister Plotted Terror Attacks

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

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

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.

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

Khamenei: Israel-PA Peace Talks Are Futile

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

Khamenei: Israel-PA Peace Talks Are Futile

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.

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

Netanyahu: Iran Accelerating its Nuclear Quest

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

Netanyahu: Iran Accelerating its Nuclear Quest

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.

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

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.

Rouhani: We're Ready for 'Serious' Talks

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.

Senators to Obama: Toughen the Sanctions on Iran

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.

Hagel: Iran Must Resolve Nuclear Concerns

Iran Arrests Man Who 'Spied' for Israel

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

Iran Arrests Man Who 'Spied' 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.

Remand Extended for Neturei Karta 'Spy'

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.

Dempsey in Israel to Talk About Syria and 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.

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

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 Currency Near Collapse as Rouhani Takes Power

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.

Iran's President Warned: Fighting Israel a Top Priority

'Moderate' Rouhani Takes Over as Iran's President

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

'Moderate' Rouhani Takes Over as Iran's President

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.

Nasrallah: Destroying Israel is the Interest of All Arabs

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.

Iran: Rouhani's Remarks on Israel 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: Rouhani Reveals His True Colors Sooner Than Expected

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.

Netanyahu Welcomes Tightening of U.S. Sanctions on Iran

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.'

Neturei Karta Protest 'Iranian Spy' Arrest

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.

U.S. House Approves Tougher Sanctions on Iran

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.

Iran: Ahmadinejad Granted License to Start University

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."

Serial Abusers Stand for UN 'Human Rights' Elections

Hamas Trying to Patch Things Up with Iran

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

Hamas Trying to Patch Things Up with Iran

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

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 Slams PA-Israel Peace as ‘Symbol of Arab 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.

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

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

Sources: EU's Yesha Sanctions Could Boomerang

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's Rouhani Affirms Support for Syria, Hizbullah

Iran Attack "Not on the Table"

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

Iran Attack "Not 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.

Iran Denies Building New Nuclear Facility

Don't Attack Us, Asks Exiled Iranian Filmmaker

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

Don't Attack Us, Asks Exiled Iranian Filmmaker

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

Iranian Group: Tehran Building Another Underground Nuke Facility

Report: Saudis Aiming Missiles at Israel and Iran

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

Report: Saudis Aiming Missiles at 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.

Iran, Syria to Seek Seats on UN Human Rights Council

Ahmadinejad: Holocaust Denial Was Proudest Presidential Moment

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

Ahmadinejad: Holocaust Denial Was Proudest Presidential Moment

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.

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

"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.

"61 Executions Since Iranian Elections"

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’s Rouhani Set to Revamp Censorship?

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.”

Iran Says Egypt Coup ‘Improper,' Russia Warns 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.

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