Iran: The Americans Had 'No Option' Besides a Deal
Iran's foreign ministry says the United States had to strike a nuclear deal because its sanctions and threats had failed.
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Iran Hints at Prison Swap for Jailed American Reporter
The speaker of Iran's parliament hints at the possibility of a prisoner swap to free detained Washington Post's Jason Rezaian.
Iranians Arrested for Selling US, UK Flag Merchandise
Flags deemed 'Satanic symbols' despite nuclear deal, reopening of UK embassy in Iran.
Saudi Suspect in anti-US Bombing Arrested in Beirut
Ahmed al-Mughassil may also be the leader of the Saudi Hezbollah wing.
Iran Calls on US to Release 19 Prisoners
Tehran insists US may be violating human rights in imprisoning 19 Iranians, despite imprisoning US citizens and refusing swaps.
Zarif: 'Too Early' to Discuss Reopening of American Embassy
Iran's foreign minister blasts America's "illogical attitude" towards Iran when asked about the reopening of the American embassy.
Iranian Official Accuses Americans of Violating the Nuclear Deal
Senior Iranian official says Washington violating nuclear deal by stating that military option is still on the table.
Iranian Commander: We Will Never Hold 'Positive View' of America
Senior Iranian commander stresses that Iran will continue to view America as an enemy, even if a nuclear deal is reached.
Report: US Released Iranian Prisoners as Precursor to Deal
Four prisoners released to Tehran in 2012-13 as part of 'wish list' Iran sent US for nuclear deal; three Americans still held by Iran.
Obama: Most US Jews Still Support Me
President defends policies on Iran, says there is no indication Saudis intend to pursue their own nuclear program.
Khamenei: The United States Makes the Region 'Insecure'
Iran’s supreme leader lashes out at the United States, even after his country seized a ship in the Persian Gulf.
'If Iranians Decide to Be Stupid, We'll Respond'
US Navy begins to accompany US ships in Hormuz Straits, following Iran’s seizure of a Marshall Islands-flagged ship this week.
Iran: US Killed Two Revolutionary Guard Advisors in Iraq
US offensive against ISIS in Tikrit killed two Iranian Revolutionary Guard advisors, Tehran claims; US denies.
Khamenei Agrees with 'Death to America' Slogan
Iran's Supreme Leader rejects Obama's call to reach a nuclear agreement, says America is bullying Iran.
Obama to Iranians: An 'Historic Opportunity' to End Nuke Issue
In a message to Iranians in honor of Nowruz, Obama says this is the "best opportunity in decades" to pursue a different relationship.
Kerry Says There's 'Mutual Interest' with Iran in Defeating ISIS
Secretary of State says Washington and Tehran have a "mutual interest" in defeating ISIS but are not working together.
Iran: No Talks About Reopening American Embassy
Iran makes clear that any talks with the U.S. do not include a discussion about the reopening of the two countries’ embassies.
US, Iran Deny Reports of Prisoner Swap
Both Washington and Tehran rush to reject Iranian news agency's claim of a prisoner swap deal.
Obama Not Ruling Out Opening Embassy in Iran
"I never say never," says President Obama when asked whether he could envision opening an embassy in Iran.
Top Iranian Official: Obama Begs to Meet Rouhani
Khamenei office official boasts that Obama is 'knocking on every door' just to meet Hassan Rouhani, and that it 'demonstrates strength.'
Iran Charges Washington Post Reporter Held For 137 Days
Correspondent stationed in Tehran since 2008 arrested in July on unspecified charges, is still in custody. Family: Iran breaks its own laws.
Pentagon: Iran Attacked ISIS - but Didn't Coordinate with Us
Pentagon confirms that Iranian fighter jets bombed ISIS jihadists, clarifies strikes were not coordinated with the United States.
Iranian Official: Some of Obama's Letters Were Answered
A close associate to Iran's Supreme Leader confirms that Obama has written letters to Iran, says some of them have even been replied to.
Susan Rice: We're Not Engaged with Iran on ISIS
Obama's national security advisor responds to report that he wrote a letter to Iran's Supreme Leader about ISIS.
White House Won't Comment on Obama Letter to Khamenei
White House spokesman says policy toward Iran remains unchanged, refuses to address report that Obama wrote to Khamenei.
Iran Amused as John Kerry's Jet Breaks Down in Vienna
Iranian Foreign Minister chuckles at 'irony' as fuel-tank problems forced top diplomat to fly home on commercial airliner.
Report: Iran Considering New Proposal on Nuclear Program
U.S. and Iran reportedly discussing leaving much of Tehran's enriching machines in place but disconnected from uranium feeds.
Khamenei: U.S. Has 'Dirty Hands'
Iran’s Supreme Leader says his country rejected a U.S. request for cooperation against the “Islamic State”.
Herzog Assured U.S. Won't Back Down on Iran
Opposition leader meets White House officials who tell him that Washington will not compromise on Iran’s nuclear program.
U.S. Has 'No Plans' for Joint Military Action With Iran
State Department clarifies that U.S. has no plans for any military coordination with Iran in the fight against Islamic State.
U.S. and Iranian Official Hold Nuclear Talks in Geneva
U.S. and Iranian officials meet for a second day of negotiations as they work towards a full nuclear deal.
U.S. Ship Fires Warning Shot Towards Iranian Vessel
U.S. vessel sees Iranian fishing boat with weapons in the Persian Gulf, fires warning shot.
Iran Threatens to Annihilate Israel if U.S. Attacks
Senior Iranian commander says that any American attack on Iran will result in “the annihilation of the Israeli regime”.
Khamenei Urges 'Resistance Against the Evil Powers'
Iran’s Supreme Leader says the international community should rid itself of "the arrogant front led by the United States."
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 Threatens to Destroy U.S. Navy
Iranian Navy can sink an American aircraft carrier “in less than a minute,” claims its commander.
Cleric: Iranian President Should Punch Obama in the Mouth
Ayatollah Ahmad Khatami blasts the U.S., says Obama should be punched in the mouth if he “talks nonsense.”
Iran Not Going to Replace Hostage Taker Ambassador
Iran says Hamid Aboutalebi is still Tehran's choice for UN ambassador, threatens diplomatic action.
Iran: Barring Our Ambassador is 'Regrettable'
Iran says it “regrets” the United States’ decision not to issue a visa to its next UN ambassador, but says the decision won't nuclear talks.
U.S. Dissatisfied with Iran's Hostage Taker Ambassador
Obama administration says Iran's nomination of a former hostage-taker as its ambassador to the United Nations is "extremely troubling".
Ex-Hostage Taker will be Iran's UN Envoy
Hamid Aboutalebi was a member of the group that held 52 Americans hostage in Tehran for 444 days, in 1979.
Discussing the Iranian Danger: Live Broadcast
A special conference in Washington, DC, discusses the Iranian menace and the danger to Israel. Watch live.
Report: Against UN Deal, Iran Arming Iraq
UN allegedly aware of the arms sale, but have not taken action yet; concerns of escalation in sectarian tensions across the Middle East.
WATCH: Iranian TV Simulates Attack on Israel, US
In latest belligerent move, Iranian state television airs documentary showing simulated missile attacks on Israel, US.
Khamenei: U.S. Would Overthrow Us if it Could
Iran's Supreme Leader attacks the United States over its "controlling and meddlesome" attitude.
Iranian Cleric: 'Resistance' Should Accompany Negotiations
The “culture of resistance” does not contradict with negotiations, declares Ayatollah Ahmad Khatami.
Khamenei Warns U.S.: Show Self-Restraint
Iran’s Supreme Leader responds to Kerry, suggests that the Americans “exercise self-restraint” and not attack his country.
Iranian Lawmaker Warns Americans Against Attacking
An Iranian lawmaker threatens to turn U.S. bases to "graveyards" if his country comes under attack.
Rouhani: We Can be Friends with the Americans
Iranian President says the enmity with the United States can turn into friendship if both sides make an effort.
US Officially Approves Waiver to Lift Sanctions on Iran
It's official: the US approves waiver of select sanctions in Iran, claims Iran has begun curbing nuclear program.
Video: Khamenei Says U.S. is Greatest Violator of Human Rights
MEMRI translates Iranian Supreme Leader's speech from last week, during which he referred to the United States as “Satan.”
Iran Sanctions Bill Continues to Gain Steam in the Senate
59 senators back new sanctions on Iran, one short of the number of votes needed to pass it.
'Nuclear Bomb Necessary to Put Down Israel'
Iranian cleric and lawmaker reveals that Iran 'needs' a nuclear weapon to 'wipe Israel off the map'; also reveals US 'need' for Iran deal.
Upcoming: Informative Conference on Iran
Middle East Awareness groups to sponsor free conference on Iran, Hassan Rouhani, Iran-US relations on Capitol Hill Wednesday.
Menendez: Time to Ready Tough Sanctions Bill on Iran
Democratic senator is ruffled by Iran's statement on producing advanced centrifuges.
Washington Blacklists Companies That Helped Iran
Washington blacklists a dozen overseas companies and individuals for evading sanctions on Iran.
Senators Demanding Answers on Secret Talks with Iran
Lawmakers are raising questions about the secret U.S. diplomacy with Iran that led to last month's nuclear breakthrough.
Report: U.S. May Let Iran Continue Enriching
The White House is examining ways to enable Iran to have its own “domestic” uranium enrichment program.
Senators Still Pushing for New Iran Sanctions
U.S. senators are working to pass new sanctions on Iran by end of December, are not buying Obama's warnings.
US Gave Iran Antiquity to Resume Talks
LA Times reports that in September, US diplomats returned an ancient Iranian chalice to officials in a bid to resume talks.
