US-Iran

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.

Washington Post Critical of Iran-West Deal

The deal with Iran "makes several major concessions to Tehran," warns the Washington Post.

Zarif: We Only Spoke With the U.S. About the Nuclear Program

Iran's foreign minister denies that bilateral discussions with the U.S. before historic nuclear agreement dealt with rapprochement.

Poll: 44% of Americans Support Iran Deal

Americans back the deal with Iran by a 2-to-1 margin, but also say U.S. should use military power to protect Israel.

U.S.: New Sanctions Will Thwart Diplomatic Talks with Iran

U.S. administration warns lawmakers that passing new sanctions on Iran would jeopardize negotiations on its nuclear program.

US: Eased Sanctions Only Marginally Help Iranian Economy

Official: 'this package is really quite modest and economically insignificant.'

Iran Claims U.S. Has Released Some Blocked Assets

The Iranian government claims that the U.S. released $8 billion in blocked assets. State Department: Not true.

Revealed: U.S., Iran Held Secret Talks for Months

AP reveals that the deal between Iran and the West was made possible due to secret talks between the United States and Iran.

Kerry Challenges Critics: Do You Have a Better Idea?

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry says experts agree Iran deal was the best option available.

Erdan: What does Kerry Want Us to Wait For?

Minister responds to Kerry’s criticism: Should we cry out only when the sword is at our necks?

Kerry’s Fear: Naftali Bennett

Kerry advice to senators to ‘ignore Israel’ part of desperate attempt to counter Bennett’s pro-sanctions campaign.

OU Concerned by Obama’s Backtrack on Iran

Orthodox Jewish group voices concern over Obama’s new policy on Iran.

Report: U.S. to Allow Iran to Continue Enriching

U.S. proposal to Iran would allow it to continue enriching uranium at low levels, says Telegraph.

Iran: Anti-US Billboards Removed

Government’s apparent attempts to quiet anti-U.S. rhetoric angers supporters of hard line.

U.S.: Iran Showed 'Seriousness' in Geneva Talks

Iran showed a greater level of "seriousness and substance" in nuclear talks, says White House spokesman.

U.S. Official: Breakthrough with Iran Won't Happen Overnight

Washington is ready to offer Iran relief from sanctions if Tehran addresses concerns over its nuclear work, says a senior U.S. official.

U.S. Official: We Are Ready to Talk to Iran

"The United States is ready to talk. We are ready to listen," says assistant secretary of state when referring to Iran's nuclear program.

Obama Insulted the Iranian People, Says Iran's Foreign Minister

President Obama shouldn't have told PM Netanyahu that the military option was still on the table regarding Iran, says Mohammad Javad Zarif.

Report: Israel, Gulf States in Secret Talks over Iran

High-profile Israeli and Gulf diplomats held a series of meetings “overseen by Netanyahu.”

Obama: Iran 'a Year from Nuclear Weapon'

Ayatollah Khamenei: the U.S. government was not trustworthy and broke its promises.

Iran Unhappy with Obama's Words to Netanyahu

Tehran's Foreign Ministry quotes mention of “military option,” demands "respect."

Netanyahu's UN Speech 'Depends on Obama'

Prime Minister wants to hear what Obama has to say before deciding what to say to the world.

Moment of Truth:

Netanyahu 'Set to Clear Iran's Smokescreen'

Prime Minister is in New York, preparing to meet Obama and storm the press with interviews, then address UN.

Iranian Agent Leak 'Linked to Obama's Iran Overtures'

Security sources tell Channel 2 the leak was timed to coincide with warming of US-Iran relations, noting embassy photo.

Eggs on Rouhani in Iran

200-300 supporters shouted: "Thank you Rouhani" but some 100 hardliners denounced his "softness."

Obama Speaks to Rouhani, Nukes Discussed

After Iranian refused to meet Obama at UN, he spoke with him on the phone for 15 minutes.

Obama's UN Speech a Victory for Iran, Says Media

Obama's speech at the UN means a new path for Iran and isolation for Netanyahu, claims Iranian media.

Officials: Rouhani Refused Meeting with Obama

Iran's president turned down "an encounter" with Obama, say senior administration officials.

Obama: We Respect Iran’s Right to Nuclear Power

Obama supports supervised Iranian nuclear program, but warns against trying for nuclear weapons.

Kerry to Meet Iran's Foreign Minister

In the highest-level talks between the United States and Iran since the 1979 revolution, Kerry will meet with Iran's foreign minister.

Obama to Rouhani: Prove Your Nuclear Program is Peaceful

White House reveals the contents of the letter that President Barack Obama had sent Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani.

Obama Willing to Test Rouhani's Moderate Statements

Obama says he wants to test whether Iran’s new president is serious when he says he wants to open a dialogue with the United States.

White House: Obama Won't Meet Rouhani

There are no plans for Obama and Iran's President to meet at the UN General Assembly, the White House says.

U.S.: The Ball is in Iran's Court

State Department responds to Rouhani's call for "serious" talks, says Iran needs to take steps to meet its international obligations.

Rouhani: We're Ready for 'Serious' Talks

Iran’s President says his country is ready for "serious" talks on its nuclear program, blasts U.S. calls for tougher sanctions.

Senators to Obama: Toughen the Sanctions on Iran

76 U.S. senators urge President Obama to impose tougher sanctions on Iran, even with "moderate" Rouhani in office.

U.S.: If Iran is Serious, We're a Willing Partner

Iran will find the United States a "willing partner" if Rouhani is prepared for serious talks on its nuclear program, says the White House.

Netanyahu Welcomes Tightening of U.S. Sanctions on Iran

"The House of Representatives has sent a clear message to Iran that international pressure will increase," says PM Netanyahu.

U.S. House Approves Tougher Sanctions on Iran

U.S. House votes 400-20 for a measure that would subject more Iranian goods and services to sanctions.

Khamenei: The U.S. Can't be Trusted

Iran's supreme leader says that talks with the U.S. are possible, but warns that Washington is "not trustworthy".

US Ex-General May Have Leaked News of Iran Cyber Attack

A former American general is under investigation for allegedly leaking details about the Stuxnet virus.

White House: Iran's New President Can Find a Partner in the U.S.

Iran's new president will find a partner in the U.S. if he comes clean on the nuclear program, says Obama's Chief of Staff.

Face-Off in Syria? Iran Sends 4,000 More Soldiers

Iran sends 4,000 new troops to boost Assad as Obama promises aid to rebels. Israel may be dragged in.

U.S. Allows Sales of Communications Equipment to Iranians

U.S. eases some of the sanctions on Iran in order to give Iranians access to Internet services and social media.

Netanyahu, Sen. Menendez, Talk Iran

Prime Minister tells key senator nuclear Iran is the greatest security threat to the United States.

U.S. to Boycott Iran-Led Disarmament Conference

The U.S. says it will boycott meetings of the UN Conference on Disarmament when Iran takes over the body this month.

About-face or bluff?

Israel 'Opting to Contain' Nuclear Iran?

Report in Sunday Times says U.S. is brokering a deal between Israel, Saudis, Jordan, Turkey and UAE.

35 Former U.S. Officials to Obama: Talk Directly to Iran

Former U.S. officials call on the White House to initiate direct talks with Iran instead of relying solely on sanctions.

Iran's Supreme Leader: We're Open to Direct Talks with U.S.

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei signals openness to U.S. offers to hold direct talks on his country's disputed nuclear drive.

‘Obama’s Red Line on Iran – Fiction’

Diplomat tells Ma'ariv that Obama’s ‘red line’ on Iran is ‘fiction’ aimed at discouraging an Israeli strike.

Iran Warns Obama: We Also Have Options on the Table

A top Iranian military commander tells President Obama that Tehran also has all of its "options on the table."

Iranian Jet Tries to Intercept U.S. Drone

An Iranian fighter jet tried to intercept a U.S. Predator drone over the Gulf but backed off.

Hagel in 2008: U.S. Shouldn't Even Think of Bombing Iran

A newly surfaced video shows Chuck Hagel as having expressed in 2008 more concern over Israel's nuclear weapons than Iran's.

Ahmadinejad to U.S.: Change Your Attitude and We'll Talk

Iranian president says the United States must change its attitude if it wants to hold direct nuclear talks with Iran.

Biden Warns Iran: Opportunities for Diplomacy Are Not Unlimited

Biden warns Iran that opportunities for diplomacy over its nuclear program are not unlimited but offers direct talks.

Barak Hints U.S. Has Options for 'Surgical Strike' in Iran

The U.S. has plans for surgical strikes against Iran if it refuses to stop its nuclear weapons program, says Defense Minister Ehud Barak.

Kerry: Iran Policy is Prevention, not Containment

Obama's choice for secretary of state says Iran must comply with inspections of nuclear facilities.

Iran Airs 'Confession' of Alleged Western Spy

Iranian state television broadcasts a "confession" of a Westerner who says he spied for the CIA.

U.S. Targets Iranian Companies and Individuals in New Sanctions

The U.S. Treasury Department targets seven companies and five individuals with ties to Iran's uranium-enrichment program.