Iran Nuclear Deal

Iran's Foreign Minister Optimistic About Nuclear Deal

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif voices optimism that a dispute over Tehran's nuclear program can be resolved by November 24.

Rouhani: We'll Reject Any Restraints on Our Nuclear Program

Iran’s President clarifies he country will reject any restraints on its nuclear operations.

Iran Says Deal by November is Unlikely

Iran's foreign minister is pessimistic that nuclear deal can be reached by November, calls on the West to show "strong will."

Rouhani Says His Critics Should 'Go to Hell'

Iranian President suggests that hard-liners opposed to making a deal with the West should go "to hell."

Iran and West to Hold More Talks Before UN General Assembly

Iran and six world powers will hold a new round of nuclear talks before the UN General Assembly, which starts on September 16.

Chief U.S. Negotiator Won't Provide Deadline for Iran Talks

Wendy Sherman refuses to provide senators with a hard deadline for a deal with Iran.

Obama Hints Talks with Iran Will be Extended

Obama says there are "significant gaps" between Iran and world powers as Sunday's deadline approaches.

Iran Says Talks with World Powers Will be Extended

Iran's foreign minister says six world powers are leaning towards extending nuclear talks beyond July 20 deadline.

Western Powers Warn 'Big Gaps' Remain with Iran

U.S., Britain and France warn that there are still differences between Iran and world powers as deadline for deal looms.

Operation Protective Edge

Netanyahu Reassures: IDF 'Prepared for All Possibilities'

Binyamin Netanyahu vows to continue pummeling terrorists in weekly Cabinet meeting; calls on int'l community to recognize Iran's role.

Kerry to Travel to Vienna for Nuclear Talks

Secretary of State will travel to Vienna this weekend to join ongoing nuclear talks with Iran. Other foreign ministers will join as well.

Iran Says it Wants to Greatly Expand Enrichment Program

Iran reveals some of its demands in nuclear talks with West as it admits "substantial differences" remain between the sides.

Khamenei: U.S., Israel Playing 'Good Cop, Bad Cop' With Us

Iran's Supreme Leader says U.S. and Israel are trying to intimidate his country into making concessions on nuclear dispute.

Steinitz Skeptical that Iran and West Can Reach Deal

Intelligence Minister says Israel does not expect world powers to reach a nuclear agreement with Iran by July 20 deadline.

Officials: Iran Eased its Demands, but Deal Still Not Close

Western diplomats say Iran has reduced its demands in talks, but reaching a deal by July 20 won't be easy.

Kerry to Iran: Deal Possible, but Time is Running Out

U.S. Secretary of State warns Iran that a nuclear deal is still possible, but time is running out.

Netanyahu: Impending Agreement with Iran is Very Bad

Prime Minister Netanyahu warns against the impending nuclear deal between Iran and the West.

U.S.: Unclear Whether Iran is Willing to Take Necessary Steps

Under Secretary of State Wendy Sherman says it remains unclear if Iran is willing to assure the world its nuclear program is peaceful.

Iran Rejects West's 'Excessive Demands'

Talks between Iran and West once again end with no breakthrough, as Iranian Foreign Minister says there are "major disputes".

Iran and West Start Drafting Permanent Agreement

Iran's Foreign Minister says work has begun on a comprehensive nuclear agreement but many differences remain.

Iran Threatens to Resume Enrichment if Talks Fail

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister: It's possible to reach an agreement with the West, but if not we'll resume uranium enrichment.

Rouhani: We'll Do Our Best to Secure a Nuclear Deal

"Iran is ready to sit at the negotiating table," says President Hassan Rouhani amid ongoing nuclear talks.

How the World Looks a Day After an Iranian Nuclear Deal

Iran experts simulate what would happen if a nuclear deal were reached, and how the move might threaten regional stability.

Stakes High as Iran, US Meet for Second Day of Talks

Israeli officials warn against rushing into a deal Tuesday as Washington and Tehran hammer out the terms of a permanent agreement.

Iran Says Nuclear Talks Could be Extended

Iran's talks with six world powers on a long-term deal could be extended for another six months, says deputy Foreign Minister.

U.S. and Iran Hold Talks, France to Follow Suit

France announces bilateral talks with Iran on its nuclear program, after Washington held similar talks with Iran.

Germany Hopes for Iran Deal in Two Months

Frank-Walter Steinmeier says 'there is no sign that anyone wants to go beyond' the time frame set for talks.

Iran to West: Don't be Influenced by 'Third Parties'

In a likely reference to Israel, Iran urges West to resist pressure from third parties not involved in nuclear negotiations.

IAEA Says Iran Reduced its Nuclear Stockpile by 80%

Iran has sharply cut its most sensitive nuclear stockpile under an interim pact with world powers, says newest IAEA report.

Menendez Pulls Pro-Israel Bill that would Divide Democrats

Amended U.S.-Israel Strategic Partnership Act would have let Congress vote for or against a deal with Iran, over its nuclear program.

Rouhani: Nuclear Deal will Be Good for All

Iran’s President remains hopeful of a comprehensive agreement with world powers.

Zarif: Nuclear Deal Still Possible

Iranian Foreign Minister says that clinching a final nuclear deal with world powers is still "possible" despite a tough round of talks.

Iran-West Talks End, Sides Blame Each Other

A fourth round of nuclear talks between Iran and six world powers ends, both sides complain that major gaps remain.

PM Urges International Community 'Not To Let Ayatollahs Win'

Binyamin Netanyahu, Chick Hagel meet over concerns about Iran's nuclear program, says neither surprised about UN report.

Official: A Deal with Iran Can be Reached by Deadline

Senior American official says disputes could be overcome and a deal with Iran can reached by a July 20 deadline.

Iran Can't Explain Detonators as Meetings Continue

Iran and world powers meet Wednesday to keep working for deal, even as questions on enrichment and detonators remain.

'We Cannot Let the Ayatollahs Win'

Netanyahu, Japanese PM Shinzo Abe commiserate on their shared nuclear threats: Iran and North Korea.

Israel Worried Obama Will Cave to Iran Before Midterm Election

Official says Israel is concerned that Obama will sign a bad deal with Iran fearing Republican gains in midterm elections.

Iran Nuclear Talks Begin in New York

IAEA inspectors will visit a uranium mine and a uranium-processing facility in Iran Monday and Tuesday.

IAEA Inspectors to Visit Iran's Nuclear Sites

Delegation of inspectors from the International Atomic Energy Agency to visit two of Iran’s nuclear sites, reports state-owned media.

Iran, UN Atomic Watchdog Tight-Lipped after Talks

The meeting comes ahead of the next round of talks between Iran and the P5+1.

Minister: Arak Announcement an 'Iranian Deception'

Intelligence Minister hints that Arak water reactor announcement could be false, as West unlikely to accept proposed deal.

Iran has Cut Its 20%-Enriched Uranium by Half, UN Says

Progress in commissioning a nuclear conversion plant has been delayed, Reuters reported. US unfreezes $450M of Iranian funds.

Iran Wants 30,000 New Generation Centrifuges for Fuel

Iran’s nuclear chief says his country will need 30,000 of its new generation centrifuges to meet domestic fuel demands.

U.S. Threatens Russia with Sanctions Over Oil Deal with Iran

Treasury Secretary Jack Lew tells his Russian counterpart that any oil-for-goods deal between Iran and Russia could lead to more sanctions.

Talks Between Iran and West Continue to Progress

Iran’s foreign minister says there is an agreement on "50-60 percent" of issues with the West.

Iran and World Powers to Start Drafting Agreement Next Month

U.S. official says that world powers and Iran will soon start drafting a comprehensive nuclear agreement.

U.S. Treasury: Companies Are Not Yet Dealing with Iran

Treasury says there is no evidence that companies are taking advantage of the nuclear agreement with Iran by reaching new deals.

Obama to Saudi King: There Will be No 'Bad Deal' with Iran

President Obama assures Saudi King Abdullah that the United States would not accept a “bad deal” with Iran.

Senators Urge Obama to Stand Firm Against Iran

23 senators urge President Obama to insist on a final agreement in which Iran would not be able to build a nuclear weapon.

Watch: Iranian Official Mocks the West

EU's Ashton is "an old lady" and UN's Ban is a "puppet", says senior Iranian official in speech mocking Westerners.

Iran Still Complying with Nuclear Deal, Says IAEA

Iran is still sticking to a partial nuclear freeze as it agreed in interim deal, the UN atomic watchdog says in new report.

Zarif Sees 'Signs' of Nuclear Deal with West

Iranian Foreign Minister says nuclear deal could be reached with major powers, as latest round of talks concludes.

Report: IDF Preparing for Armed Conflict with Iran

Newspaper claims top government officials allotted billions of shekels to IDF for possible war with Iran in 2014. But is it true?

Senators Promise to Pursue 'Dramatic Sanctions' Against Iran

83 senators sent a letter to Obama, urge him to warn Iran that continuing the nuclear program will result in sanctions.

Defense Minister Hints: Armed Conflict with Iran Still Possible

Israel will attack Iran if the US continues to stall, Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon warns.

Iran Plays Down Chances of Final Nuclear Deal

Iran's foreign minister says his country does not expect to reach a final deal in the next round of nuclear talks with world powers.

Iran Will Have to Make 'Tough Decisions', Says Kerry

"There's some very tough decisions the Iranians are going to have to make" in a deal with the West, says Secretary of State.

Leading Democrat Says Now is the Time to Stop Iran

Senator Menendez gives strong speech praising Israel, and urging an end to Iran’s nuclear program.

IAEA: Iran Complying with Deal But More Needs to be Done

Iran is reducing its most proliferation-prone nuclear stockpile, but much work remains to be done, said IAEA head Yukiya Amano.