US report:
Iran slowed down buildup of near-weapons-grade enriched uranium
Sources tell Wall Street Journal Iran has diluted some of its stockpile of enriched uranium.
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US, Iran agree on prisoner swap deal
Deal would see Americans imprisoned in Iran released and US making Iranian funds more accessible. Blinken: No sanctions relief in the deal.
Iran's President:
'We'll discuss revival of nuclear deal with dignity'
Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi vows to work to counteract the US sanctions imposed on the country.
US mulling armed personnel on ships in Gulf
The move would be aimed at stopping Iran from seizing and harassing civilian vessels.
Blinken:
'We're not currently talking about a nuclear deal with Iran'
US Secretary of State says "we’re now in a place where we’re not talking about a nuclear agreement."
Iran launches air force drill as US sends forces to region
11 Iranian air force bases take part in the drill, dubbed Fadaeian Velyat-11.
US sending more warships, Marines to the Middle East
The move is intended to increase security following Iranian attempts to seize commercial ships.
Due to Iran's actions:
US to send additional fighter jets and warship to Middle East
The US seeks to monitor key waterways following Iran's seizure and harassment of commercial shipping vessels in recent months.
To protect ships:
US sends F-16s to Strait of Hormuz
The US move comes after Iran tried to seize two oil tankers near the strait last week, opening fire on one of them.
US Special Envoy for Iran:
'We remain engaged in implementing our policy on Iran'
Twitter account of US Envoy for Iran tweets for the first time since news came out that former envoy, Rob Malley, was placed on leave.
US intelligence assessment:
Iran not pursuing nuclear weapons at the moment
New US assessment says Iran has moved to increase its capacity to produce an atomic bomb, but has stopped short of that so far.
Blinken:
'Some of the reports on Iran agreement are not true'
Secretary of State rejects reports that Washington and Tehran are close to agreements.
US official:
Iran tested a suicide drone against a vessel in the Gulf
The United States has accused Iran of being behind a number of attacks against merchant vessels in strategic Gulf waters.
Report:
Details of 'imminent' Iran deal emerge
US aiming to reach unwritten agreement, which Iranian officials call a “political cease-fire,” which would prevent a further escalation.
US official:
'We're not discussing interim deal with Iran'
US official says Washington has told Tehran of steps that might trigger a crisis and also those that may create a better climate.
Iran:
'We held indirect talks with the US'
Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson confirms indirect talks with the US in Oman, but stresses Iran isn't interested in an interim deal.
US to Iran:
'You will pay a heavy price if 90% uranium enrichment continues'
Sources say US and Iran held indirect talks in Oman, in which US warned Iran not to continue on the path towards nuclear weapons.
US and Iran deny an interim deal is near
United States and Iran both deny reports that they are nearing an interim nuclear deal.
US sanctions IRGC official over plot to kill Bolton
IRGC official Shahram Poursafi reportedly also targeted former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Iran envoy Brian Hook.
Sources:
Biden adviser discussed outreach to Iran with Oman
Officials say Biden's Middle East adviser visited Oman this month to discuss outreach to Iran regarding its nuclear program.
'A serious threat':
US condemns Iran's latest ballistic missile test
State Department spokesman: An Iran with a nuclear weapon would likely act even more provocatively.
Iranian MP:
'Iran may restore ties with Washington if US offers apology'
Islamic Republic lawmaker Shahryar Haidari claimed the US suggested holding talks with Tehran without the presence of other JCPOA partners.
Top Iranian commander:
'Our ultimate revenge for Soleimani's death is yet to come'
IRGC commander Hossein Salami: The US has yet to feel our revenge for its elimination of Qassem Soleimani.
Former US envoy:
'Iran doesn't fear us the way they need to fear us'
Dennis Ross, who served as a senior advisor to three US presidents, criticizes current administration's policy on Iran.
Iran justifies seizure of foreign vessels in the Persian Gulf
Iran claims its moves in the Gulf are "aimed at countering behaviors in violation of international maritime law".
After Iran's ship seizures:
US military to bolster its defensive posture in the Gulf
US military will work to bolster the defensive posture in the Gulf region following Iran's seizure and harassment of vessels.
Iran:
'US needs to stop procrastinating on nuclear deal renewal'
Iran's foreign ministry spokesman urges US to put an end to "delays" in attempts to renew 2015 nuclear agreement.
US sanctions Iran for detaining Americans
Russia’s Federal Security Service also sanctioned for holding Americans unjustly captive.
Iran:
Court orders US to pay for 2017 ISIS attack
Iranian court issues $312.9 million judgment against the United States over 2017 attack in Tehran.
Over protest crackdown:
US sanctions senior Iranian officials
US Treasury sanctions four senior Iranian law enforcement and military officials involved in crushing anti-government protests.
Iran claims it forced US submarine to surface in Gulf
US Navy says Iran's claim is "absolutely false" and "represents more Iranian disinformation".
US Navy sails drone through the Strait of Hormuz
The narrow waterway has often been a site of tense encounters between Americans and Iranian forces.
US woman sent to prison over plot to kidnap Iranian dissident
Iranian-born American woman sentenced to four years in prison over plot to kidnap Iranian-American activist Masih Alinejad.
Top US general:
'Iran could produce a nuclear bomb within a few months'
Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Mark Milley: We have multiple options if Iran decides to develop an actual nuclear weapon.
US Treasury Secretary:
'US looking at ways to strengthen Iran sanctions'
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen acknowledges sanctions had not resulted in behavioral or policy changes Washington desires from Tehran.
US sanctions Iranians over equipment for drones
Four firms and three people sanctioned for allegedly buying equipment to be used for Iran’s drone and weapons programs.
US defense official:
'Iran may produce fissile material for a bomb in about 12 days'
US Under Secretary of Defense: Biden admin seeks to revive 2015 deal because Iran's nuclear progress since we left it has been remarkable.
Iran claims:
'We developed a cruise missile with a range of 1,650 km'
Meanwhile, top IRGC commander repeats threat to kill Trump over elimination of Qassem Soleimani.
US army downs Iranian-made drone in Syria
CENTCOM says the drone was attempting to conduct reconnaissance of a patrol base in northeast Syria.
Pence:
'US should never re-enter the Iran nuclear deal'
Former Vice President says all negotiations with Iran should end, adds the Iran deal wouldn't prevent it from obtaining a nuclear weapon.
Report:
US official met with Iranian UN ambassador multiple times
The State Department confirmed that messages are being delivered to Iran, even though the nuclear deal “is not on the agenda.”
Due to Iran threats:
US government extends protection for Pompeo
Government protection for former Secretary of State and Trump's former Iran envoy extended due to persistent threats against them from Iran.
US, Britain condemn latest executions in Iran
Condemnations come after two people are executed over alleged involvement in death of paramilitary officer.
US sanctions Iranian drone manufacturer over Russia supplies
Iran has been accused of sending drones to Russia for use in its war against Ukraine.
Iran blacklists dozens of US officials over commander's death
Iranian Foreign Minister says nearly 60 US officials have been blacklisted for their involvement in assassination of Qassem Soleimani.
State Department spokesman:
'Return to Iran deal is not on the agenda'
US State Department spokesperson Ned Price: The JCPOA hasn't been on the agenda for some time.
Biden caught on video saying Iran deal is 'dead'
Video from sidelines of recent election rally shows Biden telling woman that the 2015 deal is dead but the US won't formally announce it.
US Army:
'Iranian patrol boat tried to blind US Navy ships in the Gulf'
The incident is the latest in a series of incidents involving US and Iranian ships in the Gulf.
Iran’s Foreign Minister:
'US seeking to cause chaos in Iran'
Iran’s Foreign Minister claims US is seeking to cause chaos in Iran to force concessions in nuclear talks.
Hillary Clinton:
'US should not be negotiating with Iran on anything right now'
Former Secretary of State says US should not be looking like it is seeking an agreement with Iran while suppresses protests.
IRGC claims:
'We arrested a number of spy agents linked to the US'
Iranian military chief says a number of people have been arrested for contact with US intelligence services during the recent riots.
US knocks Iran out of World Cup
United States defeats Iran 1-0, knocking the Islamic Republic out of the tournament and advancing to the knockout stage.
Iran claims:
'US still sending messages on resumption of nuclear talks'
The indirect talks between the US and Iran have been on hold after US officials said the efforts have “hit a wall”.
US sanctions three Iranian officials over protest crackdown
The sanctions target three officials in Iran’s Kurdish region, where dozens of protesters have reportedly been killed in the past week.
US 'deeply concerned' over Iran's nuclear progress
White House national security spokesman John Kirby: We will not allow Iran to achieve a nuclear weapons capability.
State Department:
Pompeo and former top aide still under threat
Biden administration determines that Iranian threats against former Secretary of State and his aide Brian Hook remain credible.
US envoy:
'Iran's actions turned our focus from nuclear deal'
US special envoy for Iran: Door is open to resume diplomacy with Iran, but for now - sanctions and pressure will continue.
US envoy:
'We're not going to waste our time on Iran deal'
Rob Malley says US is currently focusing on the protests in Iran and its transfers of weapons to Ukraine.
Iranian President:
'US dragging its feet on return to nuclear deal'
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi blames the United States for the failure to revive the 2015 nuclear deal with Tehran.
State Department spokesman:
'A deal with Iran is not imminent'
State Department spokesperson: We’ve heard nothing to suggest Iran is prepared to change its approach, so no deal is in the offing.
