Iran

Iran: We won't exceed 60% level of uranium enrichment

Iran's atomic chief says Tehran won't exceed 60% level of uranium enrichment even if no agreements are reached.

President Herzog: Iran is a ticking time bomb

Israel's president calls on international community 'not to ignore threats' from Tehran, as talks in Vienna continue.

Iran's UAV 'army' is a global threat

UAVs gave the Iranians their sought-after ‘long operational’ reach, which can hit any location in the Middle East. Opinion.

Senior US official:

'There's engagement with Israeli government on settlements'

Ahead of US National Security Advisor's visit, senior US official blames previous administration for Iran's intensification.

Gantz: It is possible to put an end to Iran's strategy

Defense Minister Gantz: "Iran does not have real bargaining chips. Both overt and covert actions will be expanded”

The frog in the boiling water

Those of us living outside Israel should not counsel Israelis in the line of fire, but here are two stories about that boiling water.Op-ed.

Iran detects first case of Omicron variant

Iran has wrestled with the worst outbreak in the Middle East of COVID-19, with dozens of top officials having fallen ill.

Iran begins inspection of cameras at nuclear facility

Iran begins technical inspection of new cameras provided by IAEA for the Karaj nuclear facility.

Iranian Twitter account threatens Israel

Arabic language Twitter account associated with Iran publishes image threatening to eliminate Israel in 2022.

US National Security Adviser: Talks with Iran 'not going well'

US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan says there's no path yet for US to return to Iran nuclear deal.

US official: Iran's nuclear breakout time is 'really short'

Biden administration official says Iran's breakout time to nuclear weapon is "really short" and alarming.

Iran, world powers to adjourn nuclear talks

Diplomats say remaining parties to 2015 nuclear deal will meet Friday to adjourn talks.

Iran: UN won't see nuclear images until sanctions are lifted

Iranian official says IAEA will not be able to examine camera images from nuclear facility until after sanctions are lifted.

IDF preparing for war with Iran

After the preparations were abandoned, it will take several years for the IDF to be ready for an attack.

Iranian cyberattack on Israeli government ministries identified

Check Point says Iranian hackers took advantage of a security breach discovered last weekend to attack Israeli targets.

Saudi Arabia urges 'effective' approach to Iran

Saudi Crown Prince: It is important to have an effective and serious approach to Iran's nuclear and ballistic program.

Western diplomats: 'Gaps between us and Iran are still large'

'High chance Iranians aren't serious about nuclear talks this time,' Western diplomats say.

Report: Netanyahu refused CoS request for Iran budget

TV report: Kochavi asked Netanyahu to prepare military option for Iran, but the request was denied three times.

Diplomats: Iran's positions 'inconsistent' with terms of deal

Diplomats from western European countries holding talks with Iran: We are losing precious time.

Iran condemns Bennett’s visit to UAE

Iran claims Bennett's visit to UAE was detrimental to regional security.

US rebuffs request to send refueling planes ahead of schedule

Israel agreed to purchase refueling planes from US - but the planes will only arrive in four years.

Report: Iran preparing to launch ballistic missile

Satellite images show launch-linked activity at Iranian spaceport, AP reports.

UAE and Israel: genuine relations and lasting partnership

Rapprochement with Iran does not change the reality and sensitivities on which the relations of the UAE and Israel are based. Opinion.

Germany: Time running out to revive Iran nuclear deal

Germany's Foreign Minister says no progress has been made in Iran talks and time is running out to reach an agreement.

Iranian military official: Aggressors will pay 'heavy price'

Top Iranian military official warns of "heavy price" for aggressors.

Iran: IAEA cameras hacked before attack on nuclear facility

Iran says international surveillance gear may have been hacked by saboteurs before June attack on nuclear facility in Karaj.

Latest Iranian pipeline explosion blamed on aging infrastructure

The third major Iranian pipeline explosion since the summer has reportedly occurred at the country’s Parsian refinery in the southwest.

US preparing 'additional measures' if Iran nuclear talks fail

White House Press Secretary says Biden has asked his team to be prepared in the event that diplomacy with Iran fails.

Gantz meets US Secretary of State Blinken

Defense Minister stresses need for measures to stop Iran’s nuclear program and its regional aggression.

Nuclear talks resume, and end within an hour

Russia's envoy to Iran nuclear talks says latest meeting was productive. Iranian envoy: We're continuing talks based on previous positions.

US to tighten enforcement of Iran sanctions

As nuclear talks stall again, US delegation to visit UAE to warn banks to comply with Iran sanctions.

Report:

Gantz and Austin to discuss military drills for Iran scenario

Senior US official says Defense Secretary and Israeli DM will discuss military exercises to prepare for worst-case scenario regarding Iran.

US places new sanctions on Iran for human rights abuses

Sanctions come as renewed talks on Iran's nuclear program make no progress.

Bennett hints at airstrike on Syria: 'We will continue to act'

Israeli Prime Minister meets with Cypriot president and premier of Greece, alludes to overnight airstrikes on Syria: 'We won't tire.'

Gantz: We will stay friends with the United States

Israeli Defense Minister says Israel 'knows how to deal with threats', emphasizes strength of US-Israel alliance.

Iranian President vows to get sanctions lifted

Ebrahim Raisi vows to tackle Iran's economic woes, says his government is working to lift the sanctions.

Bennett to the US: Time to use different toolkit against Iran

PM calls on countries negotiating with Iran to ensure Iran does get away with its violations, moves towards nuclear bomb during negotiations

Israel concerned as UAE seeks rapprochement with Iran

Israeli official says US weakness responsible for UAE seeking better relations with Iran.

State Department: China, Russia shocked by Iran's intransigence

Senior State Department official says Iran's actions show it is not serious about nuclear negotiations with western powers in Vienna.

US official: 'We're preparing for a world with no nuclear deal'

Senior US official warns US will 'increase pressure on Iran.'

Blinken: Iran isn't serious, the US has other options

Secretary of State criticizes Iran after latest round of talks: They're not serious about doing what’s necessary to return to compliance.

Europe frustrated with Iran's demands at nuclear talks

As indirect talks between US and Iran adjourn, European officials voice dismay over Iran's new demands.

Senators call for sanctions over plot to abduct Iranian activist

Two US Senators seek to impose sanctions on Iran over attempt to kidnap journalist and activist Masih Alinejad earlier in the year.

How Israel saved hundreds of US soldiers

New report reveals how last-minute warnings from Israeli intelligence and security agencies repeatedly saved American soldiers.

Spy in defense minister's house denies spying for Iran

Cleaner accused of offering intel from Defense Minister Benny Gantz's home to Iranian agents says he only contacted 'hackers.'

Iran: Removal of sanctions is a priority

Iran’s Foreign Minister: A good deal is within reach if the West shows good will.

Israel warns US: Iran preparing to enrich weapons-grade uranium

Report: Israel shared intelligence with US and European allies that Iran is taking steps to prepare to enrich uranium to 90% purity.

ANALYSIS: Iranian UAVs increasingly threaten Middle East

Iran has used UAVs to attack US forces, attack the Iraqi PM, and supply terror groups across the Middle East.

'Iran deserves no rewards'

Watch: PM Bennett's message to the world

Bennett delivers message ahead of nuclear talks with Iran in Vienna. 'Do not give in to Iran's nuclear blackmail.'

Moment of truth in Vienna as nuclear talks resume

Diplomatic source warns of Iran's nuclear progress: 'There's an accumulation of knowledge that can't be erased.'

Iranian official calls for Israel's destruction

Spokesperson for Iran’s armed forces: We will not back off from the annihilation of Israel, even one millimeter.

The Great Rebellion: Is Iran falling apart?

Half of Iran is composed of ethnic groups repulsed by the cruel regime running the country. An uprising is planned and has a date.. Op-ed.

Iran: Agreement can be reached if all sanctions are lifted

Iran’s Foreign Minister reiterates his country wants the lifting of all sanctions in a verifiable process.

'Biden did everything to undermine defense pact against Iran'

'Coalition formed with Trump's encouragement, which served as unofficial regional defense pact, has evaporated,' senior UAE official says.

Former Mossad chief: Attack on Iran must be on the table

Yossi Cohen, former Mossad chief, says new agreement with Iran must include complete prevention of advancement towards nuclear bomb.

MK: 'We told the Americans that we won't surprise them'

Chairman of Knesset's Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee says Israel has 'a variety of ways to act - even without the US.'

Report: Cyber attacks on Iranian dams and water facilities

Major water monitoring station suffers severe damage in latest in series of cyber attacks on water facilities in Iran, country claims.

Iran: Is the US missing the bigger picture?

Tehran fails to account for an array of negative repercussions on the region. Opinon.

Iran's judo federation appeals ban following boycott of Israelis

Iran judo federation’s appeal against four-year ban from international events heard by Court of Arbitration for Sport.

Barkat: The next war in the north will be 'the First Iran War'

MK Nir Barkat: I think we are not properly assessing the threat coming from Iran.