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B’nai Brith Canada calls for special UN session on Iran

Advocacy org demands that UNHRC no longer stay silent on the human rights abuses and repression of women in Iran.

B’nai Brith Canada calls for special UN session on Iran

Iran broadcasts ‘confession’ of French couple accused of spying

Televised confession aired as protests against human rights abuses in Iran continue.

Iran broadcasts ‘confession’ of French couple accused of spying

Ukraine: Iranian drones will help strengthen ties with Israel

Ukraine's ambassador believes that Iranian military aid to Russia will force Israel's hand in helping arm his country.

Ukraine: Iranian drones will help strengthen ties with Israel

Survey:

Most Americans support diplomacy with Iran

Wide-ranging survey finds nearly 79 percent of US voters believe the United States should continue to pursue negotiations with Iran.

Most Americans support diplomacy with Iran

Canada:

Jewish org praises sanction on Iran for human rights violations

Abraham Global Peace Initiative applauds step but urges government to add Revolutionary Guard Corps to list of terrorist entities.

Jewish org praises sanction on Iran for human rights violations

France pushing for sanctions against senior Iranian officials

French Foreign Minister says France pushing for EU to hold Iranian officials responsible over crackdown on protesters.

France pushing for sanctions against senior Iranian officials

Biden is silent as Iranian women die for freedom

Obama ignored Iranian protests that could have overthrown the ayatollahs, although protestors begged for help. Biden is the same. Op-ed.

Biden is silent as Iranian women die for freedom

Iran:

'It is still possible to revive 2015 nuclear deal'

Spokesman for Iran’s Foreign Ministry: If the other side shows political will, it is possible that a deal will be reached.

'It is still possible to revive 2015 nuclear deal'

Biden:

'We will impose further costs on Iran'

US President vows another response to Iran's violent crackdown against protesters.

'We will impose further costs on Iran'

Watch: Iranian forces storm campus, shoot students

Hundreds of students in the prestigious university had taken refuge inside the campus' parking lot.

Watch: Iranian forces storm campus, shoot students

Iran's Supreme Leader claims Israel and US behind protests

As outrage over death of Mahsa Amini continues, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei claims protests are foreign plot to destabilize Iran.

Iran's Supreme Leader claims Israel and US behind protests

Iran:

At least 92 dead in crackdown on women-led protests

The protests began following the death of Mahsa Amini after her arrest by the morality police.

At least 92 dead in crackdown on women-led protests

Morality police 'disappear' from the streets of Iran

Following nationwide riots, a section of the country's security apparatus has mysteriously vanquished from public view.

Morality police 'disappear' from the streets of Iran

Nasrallah:

'Death of Iranian woman is exploited to incite protests'

Hezbollah leader says death of Mahsa Amini while in Iranian police custody was a "vague incident" being exploited against Tehran.

'Death of Iranian woman is exploited to incite protests'

Iran arrests woman who ate at restaurant without a headscarf

The picture of the woman sitting in a traditional Tehran restaurant and eating without a headscarf went viral on social media.

Iran arrests woman who ate at restaurant without a headscarf

Calls mount for FIFA to kick Iran out of World Cup

FIFA under pressure to expel Iran from World Cup in Qatar over human rights abuses.

Calls mount for FIFA to kick Iran out of World Cup

Canada urged to enact Iran sanctions for downing of Flight PS752

With the 1,000 day anniversary approaching of Iran's shooting down of Ukraine Airlines flight, B'nai Brith calls for additional sanctions.

Canada urged to enact Iran sanctions for downing of Flight PS752

US sanctions firms involved in shipping Iranian oil

The move is the latest attempt by Washington to bring Tehran back to negotiations on a return to 2015 nuclear deal.

US sanctions firms involved in shipping Iranian oil

Iraq summons Iranian ambassador after drone attacks

The move comes a day after Iranian drones targeted an Iranian-Kurdish opposition group in northern Iraq.

Iraq summons Iranian ambassador after drone attacks

Canadian Conservative Party calls for regime change in Iran

During panel discussion on Iran, deputy Conservative leader agrees with need for regime change but Liberal MP doesn't answer the question.

Canadian Conservative Party calls for regime change in Iran

B’nai Brith urges Albania to join IHRA in response to Iran

Advocacy org calls on Albania to take further step against Iran to 'send a powerful message that the world is ready to stand up to Iran.'

B’nai Brith urges Albania to join IHRA in response to Iran

Italy's Meloni tweets in support of Iran protestors

Italy's new Prime Minister appears to have changed her views since expressing support for Iran's involvement in Syria.

Italy's Meloni tweets in support of Iran protestors

Iranian President:

'Rioters must be dealt with decisively'

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi: We feel grief over death of Mahsa Amini, but we cannot allow chaos.

'Rioters must be dealt with decisively'

Iraq:

US shoots down Iranian drone which targeted US forces in Erbil

US scrambles F-15 jet to shoot down Iranian drone that appeared to be heading towards US forces in Erbil, US official says.

US shoots down Iranian drone which targeted US forces in Erbil

Iran:

Former President's daughter arrested for inciting protests

Iran arrests daughter of Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani as protests over death of detained woman continue.

Former President's daughter arrested for inciting protests

Is Russia trying to hit Jews?

Attack drones launched over Uman amid Rosh Hashanah pilgrimage

According to Ukrainian media Russia launched several Iranian-made attack drones over the city while Jews celebrated the holiday

Attack drones launched over Uman amid Rosh Hashanah pilgrimage

Iran indicts 14 over elimination of top nuclear scientist

Iran has accused Israel of being behind the 2020 elimination of top Iranian nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh.

Iran indicts 14 over elimination of top nuclear scientist

Iran accuses US of supporting anti-government rioters

Iranian Foreign Minister condemns US over alleged support for rioters protesting the death of young woman after she was arrested.

Iran accuses US of supporting anti-government rioters

Iranian negotiator to meet IAEA chief

Head of Iran's atomic energy agency to meet with the head of the UN's nuclear watchdog amid attempts to revive 2015 deal.

Iranian negotiator to meet IAEA chief

Iran 'regrets' Ukraine's decision to reduce diplomatic presence

Ukraine announced it would downgrade diplomatic ties with Iran due to its decision to supply Russian forces with drones.

Iran 'regrets' Ukraine's decision to reduce diplomatic presence

At least 50 killed in Iran unrest

Iranian organization claims 50 dead in anti-government protests.

At least 50 killed in Iran unrest

"An unfriendly act"

Ukraine downgrades ties with Iran over drones to Russia

The move comes hours after Ukraine said it downed four Iranian-made unmanned aerial vehicles.

Ukraine downgrades ties with Iran over drones to Russia

US Treasury letting tech firms increase internet access in Iran

Measure announced in wake of Iran shutting down internet after protests erupt over death of 22-year old woman in police custody.

US Treasury letting tech firms increase internet access in Iran

Watch: Rioting in Iran intensifies, protesters turn over cars

The 22-year-old's death in the hands of 'Morality Police' has sparked a world-wide movement that vows to bring down the Iranian regime.

Watch: Rioting in Iran intensifies, protesters turn over cars

US official:

'Nuclear talks have hit a wall because of Iran's stance'

State Department official says nothing has happened this week to suggest Iran is willing to change its stance.

'Nuclear talks have hit a wall because of Iran's stance'

US places sanctions on Iran’s morality police

Treasury Department announces sanctions following death of Iranian woman in police custody accused of 'improper hijab.'

US places sanctions on Iran’s morality police

Watch: Massive protests engulf Iran, hundreds burn their hijabs

Hundreds have been arrested and 7 killed since the violence broke out. Social media is down as masses of women protest Islamic dress code.

Watch: Massive protests engulf Iran, hundreds burn their hijabs

IAEA chief:

'The issues with Iran are not going to be wished away'

IAEA chief Rafael Grossi says his inspectors have limited access to Iran's nuclear facilities and hopes to meet Iranians in a few days.

'The issues with Iran are not going to be wished away'

Iran cuts access to social media amid protests

Instagram and WhatsApp not available in Iran amid protests over the death of a woman who was arrested by the morality police.

Iran cuts access to social media amid protests

Benny Gantz:

'Israel will not accept dictates from Iran and its proxies'

Defense Minister warns that "Lebanon's energy dependence on Iran may lead to the establishment of Iranian bases on Lebanese soil."

'Israel will not accept dictates from Iran and its proxies'

Watch: At least 5 dead as riots spread across Iran

Protesters are attacking police throughout the country after a woman was found dead while under arrest for improperly wearing her hijab.

Watch: At least 5 dead as riots spread across Iran

EU condemns Iranian President's Holocaust denial

EU mission to Israel 'appalled" by Ebrahim Raisi's questioning of the Holocaust during "60 Minutes" interviwew.

EU condemns Iranian President's Holocaust denial

Daughter of Jewish refugees is helping refugees in California

Iranian-Jewish teen growing up in Beverly Hills joins with classmate to launch Refugee Empowerment Project.

Daughter of Jewish refugees is helping refugees in California

US demands accountability after death of Iranian woman

US demands accountability for death of Iranian woman who was arrested for wearing an “improper hijab”.

US demands accountability after death of Iranian woman

French Foreign Minister:

'There will not be a better offer on the table for Iran'

France's Foreign Minister urges Iran to decide now whether to return to 2015 nuclear deal.

'There will not be a better offer on the table for Iran'

Chief of Staff:

'Those who lie about Holocaust can't be allowed lethal weapons'

IDF Chief of Staff visits Auschwitz-Birkenau extermination camp. 'Any person who lies about the Holocaust will continue to lie.'

'Those who lie about Holocaust can't be allowed lethal weapons'

Raisi:

'It should be investigated if the Holocaust happened'

In interview with "60 Minutes", Iranian President refuses to acknowledge Holocaust happened.

'It should be investigated if the Holocaust happened'

Pompeo to INN:

'No evidence this administration is listening to Israel on Iran'

Former US Secretary of State: Biden admin appears intent on giving Iran hundreds of billions of dollars. That would be an enormous mistake.

'No evidence this administration is listening to Israel on Iran'

Watch: Riots spread across Iran following 'hijab death'

Will protests over the alleged police beating of a woman who refused to wear a hijab in public lead to regime change?

Watch: Riots spread across Iran following 'hijab death'

Gravely ill?

Khamenei seen meeting students in Tehran

Iran's Supreme Leader makes public appearance following reports that he is in serious condition after undergoing surgery.

Khamenei seen meeting students in Tehran

Iran:

President orders probe into death of woman while in custody

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi orders probe in case of young woman who died after being arrested by the local “morality police”.

President orders probe into death of woman while in custody

Report:

Khamenei cancels all public appearances due to failing health

Sources tell The New York Times Iran's Supreme Leader had surgery last week and is currently being monitored by doctors around the clock.

Khamenei cancels all public appearances due to failing health

Iranian woman dies after being beaten for 'improper hijab'

A 22-year-old woman has died after being beaten by Iranian police for not fully covering her hair.

Iranian woman dies after being beaten for 'improper hijab'

Iran blasts US charges against three citizens over cyberattacks

Iran condemns “false accusations” levelled by US against three of its citizens for alleged cyberattacks.

Iran blasts US charges against three citizens over cyberattacks

Political stunt? Iran to execute 2 homosexual women

EU officials are enraged by Iran's decision.

Political stunt? Iran to execute 2 homosexual women

US to IAEA:

'Iran is not a willing partner in nuclear talks'

US tells IAEA Board of Governors: We're ready to strike a deal but lack a willing partner in Iran.

'Iran is not a willing partner in nuclear talks'

Iran:

Individuals detained for ties to the 'Zionist regime and west'

Several individuals were arrested under the suspicion of being involved in the assassination of IRGC officer Hassan Sayyad Khodae.

Individuals detained for ties to the 'Zionist regime and west'

Maneuvering back to the old nuclear deal

Understanding how both sides, Iranian and US, are fighting to portray the signing of the agreement as a political victory at home. Op-ed.

Maneuvering back to the old nuclear deal

Gantz to UN Security Council:

'Iran has tripled its uranium enrichment rate'

Israel's defense minister warns UN Security Council that Iran has both improved its nuclear technology and increase its rate of production.

'Iran has tripled its uranium enrichment rate'

Blinken:

'Iran deal not likely in the near term'

US Secretary of State says Iran's response to EU proposal indicates it is unwilling to reach an agreement.

'Iran deal not likely in the near term'