Iran

Iran bans sale of books by ‘Sapiens’ author Yuval Noah Harari

Books by Israeli author Yuval Noah Harari, best known for his book 'Sapiens', banned in Iran.

Saudi Arabia condemns Iranian 'deception'

Saudi Arabia’s cabinet accuses Iran of being “deceptive and evasive” about its nuclear program.

Iran condemns Israel for eliminating terrorist

Iran calls for "occupation" to be punished after Israel eliminates Islamic Jihad leader.

Europe urges Iran to resume compliance with nuclear deal

France, Germany, United Kingdom and EU concerned over IAEA report confirming Iran is violating nuclear deal.

IAEA report: Uranium particles found at Iranian site

UN nuclear watchdog says uranium particles detected at site in Iran identified by Netanyahu as "secret atomic warehouse".

Nasrallah: Iran has won, US threat removed

Hezbollah leader says US army made of 'mercenaries' is no match for army of shahids.

Argentina asks Azerbaijan to arrest Khamenei adviser

Argentina asks Azerbaijan to arrest Alí Akbar Velayati, who is wanted in connection with 1994 AMIA bombing.

Iran starts building new nuclear reactor in Bushehr

Iran, Russia inaugurate new phase of construction for a second reactor at Iran's sole nuclear power plant.

'Iranian threat growing while Israel has no government'

Cabinet Minister Yuval Steinitz says politicians must put aside their differences or else Israel will not be able to counter Iranian threat.

Rouhani: Iran has found new oil fields worth 53 million barrels

Iranian president announces discovery of new oil fields as Iran's oil exports plummet due to US sanctions.

Iran acknowledges 'open case' regarding missing FBI agent

Iran acknowledging for the first time it has an open case before a court over 2007 disappearance of Robert Levinson.

Iran: We can enrich uranium up to 60%

Iranian official says the country has the capacity to enrich uranium up to 60%, far more than required for civilian uses.

US: Drone downed by Iran wasn't American

US Central Command denies that drone that was downed over southwestern Iran was an American drone.

Iran shoots down UAV over southern port

Unknown aircraft belonging to 'foreign country' invades Iranian airspace, is shot down.

Israeli intelligence: Iran can have nuclear bomb within a year

IAEA works slowly due to bureaucracy, the sources say.

Five dead in earthquake in Iran

5.9-magnitude quake in northwestern Iran injures at least 120 people.

IAEA confirms Iran in violation of nuclear deal

UN atomic watchdog says even preparation to enrich uranium is a violation of the 2015 nuclear deal by Iran.

Netanyahu:

'Iran is a threat to the whole world - time to wake up'

'Europe, quit stalling and take action!' says Netanyahu, vowing that Israel will never let Iran acquire nuclear weapons.

Saudi strategic expert:

'Israel has right to defend self, borders from Iranian lackeys'

Saudi strategic expert Muhammad Al-Qabiban: Israel has right to defend itself and its borders from Iranian 'lackeys' like Hezbollah.

Iran arrests IAEA inspector

Islamic Republic arrests, seizes documents from inspector from UN's atomic watchdog.

Iran resumes uranium enrichment at Fordow site

Iranian TV reports that Fordow nuclear facility has renewed injection of uranium gas into centrifuges, in violation of nuclear deal.

Netanyahu: We will never let Iran get nuclear weapons

PM blasts Iran over announcement it will increase uranium enrichment. 'Iran is increasing its aggression and wants to harm Israel.'

Senior IDF official: Iran capable of seriously attacking Israel

IDF's Operational Directorate Head says Iran capable of carrying out attack against Israel similar to attack on Saudi oil facilities.

EU concerned over Iran's uranium enrichment

European Union urges Iran to reverse its activities that violate its commitments to 2015 nuclear deal.

'Iran's uranium enrichment a big step in the wrong direction'

US State Department condemns Iran's expansion of uranium enrichment activities.

Netanyahu: Israel will never allow Iran to build nuclear weapons

PM responds to Iranian intention to enrich uranium to 5% at Fordow nuclear facility.

Iran to enrich uranium to 5%

Islamic Republic announces further violations of nuclear deal at  Fordow nuclear facility.

US official: We're stopping Iranian actions against Israel

US administration recognizing an increase in Iran's willingness to attack Israel and its neighbors.

ANALYSIS: How Iran protects its plan for Israel's destruction

Iranian Quds Force most likely ordered weekend rocket attacks from Gaza.

Iran announces further violations of nuclear deal

Islamic Republic builds prototype centrifuge 50 times faster than those allowed under 2015 nuclear deal.

Is Lebanon heading for another civil war?

Iranian judoka recognized as refugee in Germany

Saeid Mollaei fled to Germany after being ordered to throw away match in order not to compete against an Israeli.

Revolutionary Guards salute Jewish soldiers, pray with Rabbi

Jewish community of Iran holds memorial for Jews killed in Iran-Iraq war attended by Revolutionary Guard forces.

Iran says new drone has become operational

Head of Iranian Army's Ground Force says new Farpad-type drone has been transferred to the military after successful testing.

US, Gulf allies sanction Iran and Hezbollah

Foreign Minister Yisrael Katz welcomes sanctions on IRGC and Hezbollah: The right way to fight Iranian aggression.

Israeli embassies increase security over fears of Iran attack

Israeli embassies around the world increase security and awareness over fears Iran will target a diplomatic mission on foreign soil.

'Iran seeking to attack Israel with precision-guided missiles'

PM Netanyahu meets US Treasury Secretary, urges continued pressure on Iran.

Minister Yisrael Katz: 'Time to continue to press Iran'

Foreign Minister hosts US Treasurer, discusses tightening heavy economic pressure on Teheran regime.

Iran threatens response to attack against it

Senior Iranian commander: If the "enemy" harms Iran's sovereignty, Iran will respond.

'If Israel continues attacking, there'll be conflict with Iran'

'Iran decided not to keep quiet about Israel's attacks anymore,' News 13 analyst Zvi Yehezkeli says.

Iran blasts ban from judo competitions

Iran's judo federation claims decision to ban it from international competitions was based on "false claims".

Iran banned from judo competitions over boycott of Israel

International Judo Federation upholds ban on Iran from all competition.

Iran: We will reduce even more nuclear commitments

Iranian President's Chief of Staff urges Europe to help his country reap economic benefits from 2015 deal.

Iranian lawmaker: US, Zionists and Saudis attacked our tanker

Senior Iranian lawmaker claims his country will present proof that Israel, the US and Saudi Arabia were behind attack on Iranian oil tanker.

US charges Turkish bank with evading Iran sanctions

State-owned Halkbank accused in US of illegally moving about $20 billion worth of otherwise restricted Iranian funds.

Iran threatens to limit inspectors' access to nuclear sites

Iranian MPs say the next move to reduce commitment to 2015 deal will be to limit international inspectors’ access to nuclear sites.

Israeli intelligence briefing. Al-Bukamal Iranian base in Syria.

Khamenei: Prepare against the 'enemies'

Iran's Supreme Leader urges IRGC to continue inventing and building modern and advanced military hardware.

Saudi minister: We did not attack Iranian tanker

Saudi Arabia’s Minister of State denies Riyadh was behind strike against an Iranian-owned oil tanker in the Red Sea.

Lebanon accuses Israel of flying drone over Hezbollah bastion

Lebanese military accuses Israel of flying reconnaissance drone over Hezbollah stronghold in south Beirut.

Iran releases detained Russian journalist

Iranian authorities release Russian journalist Yulia Yuzik, which some reports said was arrested for spying for Israel.

Zarif: We'll talk to Saudis if they 'stop killing people'

Iranian Foreign Minister indicates his country would be willing to talk with regional rival, but has a condition.

Iran to start using advanced centrifuges 'within weeks'

Iran's nuclear chief says the country will start using a new array of advanced centrifuges for enriching uranium.

Russian journalist held in Iran for visa issues, not spying

Contrary to previous report, Iran’s government spokesman says Russian journalist was not detained for spying for Israel.

Iran arrests Russian journalist for spying for Israel

Iran says it will release Russian journalist Yulia Yuzik, who was arrested in Tehran on espionage charges earlier this week.

IAEA: Iran has taken 'a step in the right direction'

UN nuclear watchdog says Iran has taken "a step in the right direction" towards dealing with questions on its nuclear program.

Iran - a time to act

Iran: Attempted assassination of top general Soleimani foiled

Iran says "Israel-Arab plot" against top commander foiled, those responsible arrested.

Iranian commander: Israel missed chance to assassinate me

Quds Force commander says Israeli UAV missed in attempt to kill him, Hezbollah leaders during 2006 Lebanon war, threatens to destroy Israel

Rouhani leaves Trump hanging in phone call

Iranian president refuses to show up for 3-way call with Trump, Macron over continuation of sanctions.