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US urges Iran not to execute three anti-government protesters

State Department deputy spokesman voices concern that Iran may soon execute three people arrested in November.

US urges Iran not to execute three anti-government protesters

Iraqi cleric accuses Mossad of killing Imam Ali - 1300 years ago

Pro-Iranian Shi'ite cleric in Iraq says Israel's Mossad agency is to blame for the death of Muhammed's successor, Ali - in the year 661.

Iraqi cleric accuses Mossad of killing Imam Ali - 1300 years ago

Iran justifies seizure of foreign vessels in the Persian Gulf

Iran claims its moves in the Gulf are "aimed at countering behaviors in violation of international maritime law".

Iran justifies seizure of foreign vessels in the Persian Gulf

Iran 'satisfied' with progress in talks with IAEA

Iranian Foreign Minister calls on IAEA to put aside its political approach toward Iran.

Iran 'satisfied' with progress in talks with IAEA

After Iran's ship seizures:

US military to bolster its defensive posture in the Gulf

US military will work to bolster the defensive posture in the Gulf region following Iran's seizure and harassment of vessels.

US military to bolster its defensive posture in the Gulf

Germany:

Man charged over attempted arson attack near synagogue

German-Iranian dual national accused of being instructed to carry out arson attack on a synagogue on behalf of Iranian agencies.

Man charged over attempted arson attack near synagogue

Op-Ed:

The legacy of Cyrus's Iran lives on in Israel

Nothing can tarnish the deep connection between the Persian descendants of Cyrus the Great, the Iranian people, and the Jewish people. Op-ed

The legacy of Cyrus's Iran lives on in Israel

Iran:

'US needs to stop procrastinating on nuclear deal renewal'

Iran's foreign ministry spokesman urges US to put an end to "delays" in attempts to renew 2015 nuclear agreement.

'US needs to stop procrastinating on nuclear deal renewal'

Iran eyeing Syrian phosphates for extracting uranium

Secret documents reveal Atomic Energy Organization of Iran plan to import large quantities of material for production of uranium.

Iran eyeing Syrian phosphates for extracting uranium

Satellite photos show:

Oil tankers seized by Iran anchored off Strait of Hormuz

Two oil tankers seized by Iran within six days anchored off the coast of one of its key port cities on the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

Oil tankers seized by Iran anchored off Strait of Hormuz

Iran:

Head of athletics federation resigns over women running unveiled

The headscarf requirement for women has come into focus since the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini and subsequent protests.

Head of athletics federation resigns over women running unveiled

Iran executes Swedish-Iranian man over 'terrorism'

Swedish-Iranian dissident Habib Chaab accused of staging attacks under protection of Israeli Mossad and Swedish spy agency.

Iran executes Swedish-Iranian man over 'terrorism'

Iran kicks four Azerbaijani diplomats out of the country

Tensions continue to rise between neighboring countries, with experts believing Iran is targeting Azerbaijan for its relations with Israel.

Iran kicks four Azerbaijani diplomats out of the country

What a strategy for defeating Hamas and Hezbollah looks like

The real target must be Iran. Op-ed.

What a strategy for defeating Hamas and Hezbollah looks like

Make no mistake:

'Iran will not be satisfied with a single nuclear bomb'

Defense Min. Gallant reveals: Significant progress in Iranian nuclear program, Iran has enough enriched material for five nuclear bombs.

'Iran will not be satisfied with a single nuclear bomb'

The second time in six days:

Iran seizes oil tanker in the Gulf

Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy craft surround and seize Greek-owned tanker.

Iran seizes oil tanker in the Gulf

US House reps introduce bill to make Iran sanctions permanent

Measure would remove sunset clause from main tool in US law used to enact sanctions on Iran for its nuclear ambitions and support of terror.

US House reps introduce bill to make Iran sanctions permanent

Iran's atomic chief:

'West making baseless accusations about our nuclear program'

Head of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran insists country's nuclear program is peaceful.

'West making baseless accusations about our nuclear program'

Yuli Edelstein:

'Every attack on Israel has Iran's fingerprints on it'

The Foreign and Defense Committee Chairman met with counterparts from the Baltic states to discuss military and intelligence cooperation.

'Every attack on Israel has Iran's fingerprints on it'

Persian Gulf:

Iran airs footage of raid on oil tanker

Iran claims the Advantage Sweet ran into another Iranian vessel, leading to its seizure.

Iran airs footage of raid on oil tanker

Iran's Foreign Minister:

'The Zionist collapse is near'

Iranian Foreign Minister visits town near Lebanon's border with Israel, says "the Zionists only understand power".

'The Zionist collapse is near'

Ron DeSantis in Israel: His words

DeSantis spoke clearly about his policies re Saudi Arabia, Iran, Israeli defense, Judea and Samaria, on his fourth visit to Israel. Op-ed.

Ron DeSantis in Israel: His words

Iran seizes oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman

Iran claims the seizure came after an unknown ship collided with an Iranian vessel in the Persian Gulf.

Iran seizes oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman

MKs act on behalf of Baku Jewry following State visit

Jewish community of Azerbaijan asks Israeli government to join them in opposing Iran's oppression of its Azeri minority.

MKs act on behalf of Baku Jewry following State visit

Iran:

Court orders US to pay for 2017 ISIS attack

Iranian court issues $312.9 million judgment against the United States over 2017 attack in Tehran.

Court orders US to pay for 2017 ISIS attack

Iran:

Two actresses charged for removing head covering in public

Iran charges two prominent actresses for publishing pictures of themselves without a hijab amid crackdown on breaches.

Two actresses charged for removing head covering in public

Iranian Jewish MP criticizes Crown Prince's Israel visit

The representative of the Jewish community in the Iranian parliament criticizes Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi's visit to Israel last week.

Iranian Jewish MP criticizes Crown Prince's Israel visit

What is Iran plotting and planning?

Obama saw the covert infiltration of Islam into the White House and Biden, the influence of China. Iran can thus aim at Israel.Op-ed.

What is Iran plotting and planning?

Khamenei:

'The deterrent power of the Zionist entity has come to an end'

Iran’s Supreme Leader says the "Zionist entity" is in a worsening crisis and its end is approaching.

'The deterrent power of the Zionist entity has come to an end'

As Iran alienated the West, Persian rug exports plummeted

Once thriving billion dollar industry reduced to nearly zero after decades of rogue actions by Iranian regime.

As Iran alienated the West, Persian rug exports plummeted

Iranian Crown Prince leaves Israel after 'unforgettable' visit

'A democratic Iran will work to re-establish cultural, scientific, and economic ties with Israel,' Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi says.

Iranian Crown Prince leaves Israel after 'unforgettable' visit

Iran, Jordan to meet in bid to improve bilateral ties

Foreign ministers of Jordan and Iran speak on the phone, agree to hold a meeting to discuss ways to improve their bilateral relations.

Iran, Jordan to meet in bid to improve bilateral ties

Defense Minister:

Israel preparing for multifront war

Gallant notes Iran's growing strength means terrorist organizations also grow in strength, making conflict more likely.

Israel preparing for multifront war

The consequences and import of Reza Pahlavi's visit to Israel

The Crown Prince of Iran changed the political theatre in Iran and in its diaspora. Do not let it go to waste. Op-ed.

The consequences and import of Reza Pahlavi's visit to Israel

Following Iran-Saudi deal:

Netanyahu warns Saudi Arabia about Iran

In interview with CNBC, Netanyahu comments on Saudi Arabia-Iran agreement: Those who partner with Iran partner with misery.

Netanyahu warns Saudi Arabia about Iran

Iranian Crown Prince:

'Iranians and Israelis need to be strategic partners'

Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi: The Iranian regime does not represent the Iranian people.

'Iranians and Israelis need to be strategic partners'

Iranian Crown Prince prays at the Western Wall

Reza Pahlavi, Iranian Crown Prince, visits Western Wall asking for 'peace, freedom, security, for the people of Israel and Iran."

Iranian Crown Prince prays at the Western Wall

Iranian crown prince: Help us bring down Revolutionary Guards

'Negotiations are not going to help with the Iranian regime, the Iranian people are your allies,' Crown Prince Pahlavi tells Israeli paper.

Iranian crown prince: Help us bring down Revolutionary Guards

Iranian Crown Prince:

'It's my duty to honor Holocaust victims'

Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi tells i24NEWS: The Iranian regime doesn't represent the Iranian people.

'It's my duty to honor Holocaust victims'

Historic visit:

Iranian Crown Prince welcomed by senior officials at Ben Gurion

The Shah's son says he wants to open a channel of dialogue between the Iranian people and Israelis.

Iranian Crown Prince welcomed by senior officials at Ben Gurion

During Israel visit:

Lindsey Graham warns of damage to US-Israel ties

Republican senator travels to Israel, meets with Foreign Minister Eli Cohen, vowing to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.

Lindsey Graham warns of damage to US-Israel ties

Iran closes more than 150 businesses over hijab law

More than 150 businesses in 24 hours shut down for not respecting obligation for women to wear headscarves.

Iran closes more than 150 businesses over hijab law

Iran:

10 sent to prison over downing of Ukrainian airliner

Iran sentences 10 members of armed forces to prison over involvement in downing of Ukraine International Airlines flight in January of 2020.

10 sent to prison over downing of Ukrainian airliner

Surprising guest:

Iranian Crown Prince to visit Israel

Intelligence Minister Gamliel to host Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi with the goal of creating a bridge between Israel and the Iranian people.

Iranian Crown Prince to visit Israel

Jewish Iranian MP participates in anti-Israel demonstration

Dr. Homayoun Sameyah, Jewish representative in the Iranian parliament, says that "the occupied territories will be liberated."

Jewish Iranian MP participates in anti-Israel demonstration

Iran:

Courts to prosecute those who call for women to remove hijab

The Islamic Republic's attorney general told local press that promoting unveiling will be dealt with in the criminal court.

Courts to prosecute those who call for women to remove hijab

'Press on with the struggle':

Iranian President delivers rare speech to Gaza rally

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi gives speech to rally in the Gaza Strip on the occasion of Al-Quds Day.

Iranian President delivers rare speech to Gaza rally

Report:

Iran coordinating attacks on Israel with Hamas and Hezbollah

Head of IRGC's Quds Force, Esmail Ghaani, recently met with terrorist leaders across the region, including some operating in Syria and Iraq.

Iran coordinating attacks on Israel with Hamas and Hezbollah

Op-Ed:

‘Death to Israel’: The Iranian plan to attack Israel

If the Israeli public wants to survive, it must prepare—mentally and physically—for war with the Iranian octopus.Op-ed.

‘Death to Israel’: The Iranian plan to attack Israel

Rights groups report 75% surge in Iran executions last year

Rights groups say at least 582 people were executed in Iran in 2022, the highest since 2015.

Rights groups report 75% surge in Iran executions last year

'War is closer than peace'

Iran is behind recent escalation, says former security chief

Iran sees Israel as disintegrating, says Gen. Yaakov Amidror. Recent terrorist attacks, rocket fire part of Iran's proxy war against Israel.

Iran is behind recent escalation, says former security chief

Report:

Iran exploits earthquake in Turkey to fly weapons to Syria

Iran used earthquake relief flights to bring weapons and military equipment to Syria.

Iran exploits earthquake in Turkey to fly weapons to Syria

Report:

Iran in secret talks with China and Russia

Politico: China & Russia are in secret talks with Iran to replenish Iran's supply of a compound used to propel ballistic missiles

Iran in secret talks with China and Russia

Iran unveils new suicide attack drone

According to the IRGC, the Me’raj 532 can travel a distance of 450 kilometers in a one-way mission at a height of 12,000 feet.

Iran unveils new suicide attack drone

Iran installs cameras to locate and penalize unveiled women

Iranian authorities installing cameras in public places and thoroughfares in bid to rein in women defying the country's dress code.

Iran installs cameras to locate and penalize unveiled women

Iran claims it foiled drone strike on military compound

Iranian military claims drone shot down during foiled strike on military compound.

Iran claims it foiled drone strike on military compound

Op-Ed:

The US administration seeks regime change in Israel

Biden jumped into Israel's domestic political controversy by supporting the small, well-funded minority of progressive-left parties.Op-ed.

The US administration seeks regime change in Israel

Handler of Pakistanis behind Greek terror plot was Iranian agent

Identity of handler revealed to be Pakistani national who has worked for Revolutionary Guards for years and has international connections.

Handler of Pakistanis behind Greek terror plot was Iranian agent

Report:

US discussing freeze-for-freeze approach on Iran

Biden administration discussed Iran sanctions relief in exchange for it freezing parts of its nuclear program.

US discussing freeze-for-freeze approach on Iran

IDF: Drone shot down from Syria likely Iranian

Iranian drone crossed into Israeli airspace before being shot down. Another UAV shot down over Gaza today.

IDF: Drone shot down from Syria likely Iranian