Iran

Khamenei hints he supports nuclear negotiations

Iran's Supreme Leader signals support for Tehran's nuclear negotiations to secure sanctions relief.

Two Iranian drones were heading for Israel - and shot down

Two UAVs shot down by US fighter planes over Iraq had been intended for detonation in Israel.

Bennett wishes Iranians "freedom from cruel Iranian regime"

Israeli prime minister releases video message to mark the Nowruz, the beginning of the Persian calendar.

Iran Nuclear Deal:

US Rep: Biden would be 'biggest funder of terrorism’

According to Rep. Jim Banks (R-Ind.), Biden’s nuclear deal with Iran would give 'billions of dollars' to terrorists.

Iran's underground fortress: Ancient city uncovered

Beneath a small town in the Islamic Republic lies a sprawling underground city constructed 1,500 years ago.

Report: Israel will try to thwart proposed Iran Nuclear Deal

According to reports, top Israeli diplomats are making efforts to prevent the agreement from being finalized.

Iran threatens to hit 'Zionist bases' in Iraq

The threat from the IRGC comes days after Iranian missile attack on the city of Erbil in northern Iraq.

Bennett and Lapid:

'We refuse to believe US would normalize Revolutionary Guards'

Israeli Prime Minister and Foreign Minister slam plans the Biden administration prepared to drop Iran's Revolutionary Guards from black list

UK foreign secretary expresses concern over Iran acquiring nukes

As talks over nuclear deal near conclusion, UK Foreign Secretary Liz Truss expresses concern that Iran may acquire nuclear weapons.

Renewed Iran nuclear deal said to be close

Analysis by Prof. Chuck Freilich, Former Israeli Deputy National Security Advisor, of expected new Iran nuclear deal on i24NEWS.

British hostages held in Iran released after 5 years

Anoosheh Ashoori was convicted of spying for the Mossad; Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe was convicted of plotting to overthrow Iran's regime.

'Purim gift:' Iran publishes details of Mossad chief's family

Iran publishes documents from old phone of Mossad chief's wife in apparent attempt to embarrass him after hundreds of Iranian UAVs destroyed

Op-ed:

Iranian attack should wake up Israel

The 12 massive ballistic missiles fired from Iran at the large US Consulate being built in Erbil, were not only aimed at America. Opinion.

Top US general:

'Iran has 3,000 ballistic missiles that can hit Tel Aviv'

CENTCOM chief Kenneth McKenzie warns US lawmakers that Iran’s ballistic missiles pose a great threat.

Report:

Israel destroyed hundreds of Iranian drones in massive attack

Israel reportedly attacked airbase in western Iran, wiping out hundreds of Iranian drone aircraft.

Was building attacked in Iraq an Israeli training facility?

Senior US official tells New York Times that building struck by Iranian missiles in Erbil served as an Israeli training facility.

Iran suspends talks with Saudi Arabia

The decision comes a day after Saudi Arabia executed 81 suspected terrorists.

Iran claims to have captured Israeli spy cell

Iranian media reports 'Israeli' spy network which worked to foment unrest, launch sabotage operations uncovered.

On northern border:

Israel concerned Iran may attempt revenge

Israel concerned Iran may attempt revenge for deaths of two officers in Syria.

Iran nuclear talks paused, external factors blamed

Ongoing Vienna talks between Western powers and Iran over its nuclear program have been paused, with the EU blaming external factors.

Gantz hints at elimination of two Iranian officers

Defense Minister: The IDF is thwarting terrorist acts - we will continue to do so wherever necessary.

France: More delays could jeopardize Iran nuclear talks

France warns that further delays in talks to revive the 2015 nuclear deal could jeopardize the chances of reaching an agreement.

Pence blames 'Biden's unilateral concessions to Russia'

Former Vice President Mike Pence speaks in Jerusalem and says that 'the American people have an enduring bond with Israel'.

Iran announces successful launch of second military satellite

The Noor-II satellite successfully launched into an earth orbit, Iranian military says.

A Tale of Two Persias:Haman and the Ayatollahs

To the Iranian Mullahs, like Haman, Jews sitting at‘their gate to the King (the Almighty) in Jerusalem as sovereigns, is intolerable.

Justice Dep: Iran plotting to assassinate John Bolton

Two Iranians from the Quds Force found to have been planning to assassinate former Trump national security advisor John Bolton.

White House: Iran nuclear deal 'getting closer'

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki says talks with Iran over increased oil production secondary to stopping Iran from getting nukes.

Dramatic video: How Iranian drones were intercepted

IDF releases new documentation, information about interception of 3 armed Iranian drones on their way to Israel last year.

Air Attacks on Israel Foiled:

IDF downed 3 armed Iranian drone aircraft last year

Israeli F-35 stealth fighters shoot down two armed Iranian drone aircraft last year, foiling planned attack on Israeli soil.

Report:

Iran deal could be reached next week

Russia's chief negotiator in talks to revive 2015 deal says deal possible next week. British envoy: We are close.

IAEA chief to visit Iran on Saturday

The visit comes as nuclear talks between Iran and world powers are at a critical stage.

Iran:

Mysterious explosion leads to cancelled satellite launch

Iran tried to launch a satellite into space this past Saturday night but failed due to malfunction.

Iran says nuke deal talks at "now or never" deadlock

With France urging conclusion by week's end, Iran insists on new demands along with previous list or else "talks will collapse forever."

Iran:

'We're seriously reviewing draft of nuclear deal'

Iran’s Foreign Minister: We're trying to reach a good deal, our red lines are clear.

Iranian official:

'We can resume uranium production at any moment'

Iran's atomic energy chief says the country can enrich uranium at 60% if the US again leaves nuclear deal.

Iranian President to Putin:

'NATO's expansion a serious threat'

Ebrahim Raisi tells Putin that NATO's expansion is a "serious threat" to the region's security and stability.

Iran's Foreign Minister:

'Nuclear negotiations have entered a critical stage'

Iran's Foreign Minister says key issues still need to be resolved in negotiations to revive nuclear deal.

Expose: Iran's anti-US operations in Africa

Africa – the second largest continent with over 1.2 billion people - has become a major global epicenter of anti-US Islamic terrorism.Op-ed.

Iran blames US for situation in Ukraine

Iran calls on Russia and Ukraine to exercise restraint, but also blames US and NATO for the situation.

Iran returns COVID vaccines manufactured in the US

Iran’s Supreme Leader banned the country from importing American vaccines last year.

The Jerusalem rabbi who filmed himself in Iran

Rabbi Yaakov Herzog visits tomb of Mordechai and Esther, tours Tehran Bazaar in clips posted to social media.

Saudi Arabia looking to continue talks with Iran

Saudi Foreign Minister says kingdom is looking to schedule a fifth round of direct talks with Iran.

HIstorical milestones shape Ayatollahs' attitude to coexistence

1400 years of violent history are part of school curriculae in Iran, so getting our hopes up is not a good idea. Op-ed.

Report:

Israel preparing for possible Iranian drone attack

Defense establishment preparing for possibility of a drone attack from Iran, according to TV report.

Iranian negotiator:

'We are closer than ever to an agreement'

Iran's top nuclear negotiator says agreement with world powers is closer than ever.

Israel sends envoy to nuclear talks in Vienna

Israeli envoy meets US and other officials as talks with Iran reach crunch time.

Senior Israeli official:

'We're not giving up on stopping bad Iran deal'

Official in PM Bennett's entourage in Bahrain says situation in Shimon Hatzadik 'could end badly.'

Army Radio commentator:

'Iran very worried by Bennett's visit to Bahrain'

Arab Affairs analyst Jacky Hugi tells Israel National News that PM's visit to Bahrain constitutes a 'provocation' to Iran.

Senior Iranian official:

'West pretending to come up with initiatives'

Senior Iranian official blames Western powers for lack of progress in talks to salvage 2015 nuclear deal.

Israeli who was targeted by Iranians criticizes Israel

Yair Geller survived an Iranian assassination plot - but says that there is something that scares him even more.

Iran celebrates 43rd anniversary of its revolution

Celebrations included chants against Israel and the USA, the burning of flags, and promises of a stronger stance in nuclear negotiations.

Bennett to German FM:

'You must give Iran a deadline for nuclear deal'

German Foreign Minister says Iran nuclear talks in Vienna are 'entering final phase,' but Israeli PM warns against return to 2015 deal.

Biden to Saudi King:

'US committed to Saudi Arabia amid Houthi attacks'

US President speaks to Saudi King about attacks by Houthi rebels and Iran's nuclear ambitions.

White House:

'Talks with Iran have reached an urgent point'

White House press secretary says a deal with Iran on its nuclear activities needs to be reached in the coming weeks.

Iran reveals new missile with range of over 1,400 kilometers

The new missile weighs one-third less than similar missiles, Iranian site says.

Iran nuclear talks resume in Vienna

The negotiations are attended by Britain, China, France, Germany, Iran, Russia and indirectly the United States.

Bennett promises measures to alleviate cost of living

PM at Cabinet meeting addresses cost of living, says current parameters of potential nuke deal will not stop Iranian nuclear program.

COVID outbreak hits Iran's parliament

Some 50 members of Iran's 290-seat parliament contract COVID-19, says senior MP.

US officials:

'Iran's breakout period will be less than a year'

Biden administration expects Iran would have nuclear bomb in less than a year under restored deal.

Iranian FM:

'Zionist regime's presence is a threat'

Iran's Foreign Minister speaks to UAE counterpart days after latest Houthi attack on the UAE.