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Victory for Obama? Senators to Postpone Vote on Iran Sanctions

A group of 10 Senate Democrats tell Obama they will not vote for new sanctions against Iran on the Senate floor until late March.

Top European Diplomats Speak Out Against Iran Sanctions

A group of top European diplomats warn that imposing new sanctions on Iran at this time "would jeopardize our efforts".

Senator Menendez: Iran is Stalling, Impose New Sanctions

Democratic Senator calls for new sanctions on Iran even after Obama promised to veto them in State of the Union.

Senators Unveil Toned Down Iran Sanctions Bill

Mark Kirk and Robert Menendez revise their Iran sanctions bill so that it gradually imposes sanctions if no deal reached by July 1.

Obama Reiterates: I Will Veto New Sanctions on Iran

President Obama says he will veto proposed bipartisan legislation to impose new sanctions on Iran so long as negotiations remain underway.

Senators Plan to Push Ahead with Iran Sanctions

Senator Bob Corker says lawmakers plan to press ahead with Iran sanctions package, despite Obama's objection to the idea.

Republican-Controlled Congress to Challenge Obama on Iran

Republicans say the Senate will vote within weeks on a bill to impose more sanctions on Iran, despite Obama's objection.

Iran 'Illicitly' Purchasing Material for Heavy Water Reactor

UN diplomats say Iran may be violating sanctions by llicitly stepping up purchases for its heavy water reactor in Arak.

State Dept: Reports of Sanctions Against Israel 'Unfounded'

State Department spokeswoman Jen Psaki denies Washington is considering sanctions against Israel over its construction plans.

AIPAC Wants Tougher Sanctions on Iran

Pro-Israel lobby urging the United States to reinstate all economic penalties on Iran suspended during recent diplomacy.

EU Extends Iran Sanctions Relief

Ease in sanctions extends to next June 30, as Khamenei says US and 'European colonialist' attempts to stop nuclear Iran have failed.

Iran Using Chinese Bank to Transfer Money to its Elite Force

New intelligence report reveals Iran has been using a Chinese bank to transfer funds to companies linked with its elite Quds Force.

Report: Kerry Threatens Abbas with Sanctions Over UN Bid

Sources tell London-based newspaper that Kerry has threatened PA with financial and political sanctions.

EU threatens sanctions

Secret EU Document Reveals Israel Sanctions Policy

EU has distributed document to member-states outlining punishments against Israel for 'red lines' - like Jerusalem construction.

Congressmen: Bad Deal with Iran? We'll Increase Sanctions

Senators Menendez and Kirk warn Obama they will work to increase sanctions on Iran if a bad deal is reached.

Tibi Urges Belgian Parliament to Sanction Israel

Radical Arab MK pushes for 'Palestine' recognition in London last month, now in Belgium he agitates against 'racist extremist Israel.'

Iran Wants All Sanctions Lifted in Final Deal

Iranian official declares the country wants all Western sanctions to be lifted as part of a final deal on its contested nuclear program.

Hypocrisy

EU Hypocrisy: Helping Palestinian Authority Violate Oslo Accords

NGO finds EU funding illegal Palestinian settlements in breach of Oslo Accords, even as new push for sanctions on Israel revealed.

BDS fail

Financial Giant SWIFT Rejects Israel Sanctions Call

Belgium-based financial transfer services giant 'regrets' international pressure put on it to boycott Israel, refuses to do so.

Danish FM Seeks Sanctions If Israel Doesn't Give in to Hamas

Danish Foreign Minister urges more pressure on Israel in Cairo talks.

Zarif: U.S. is 'Obsessed' with Sanctions Against Us

Iran's Foreign Minister accuses the United States of being "obsessed" with sanctions against his country.

Russia and Iran Planning to Boost Economic Ties

Russia and Iran, both under sanctions from the West, plan to increase trade with one another.

Iran Warns of 'Unpleasant' Response to Latest U.S. Sanctions

Iran's Foreign Minister says Tehran could take actions that are "unpleasant" after U.S. announces new sanctions.

U.S. Lawmakers Broaden the Sanctions on Hezbollah

House of Representatives votes to broaden financial sector sanctions on the Hezbollah terrorist group.

Crackdown on Hamas

Israel Bans 'Islamic Relief' Charity for Funding Hamas

Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon signs an order declaring the Islamic Relief Worldwide, a Hamas funding source, illegal.

EU Imposes Sanctions on Boko Haram

European Union sanctions on Boko Haram terrorist group include an arms embargo, asset freeze and travel ban.

EU Targets Top Russian Officials in Latest Sanctions

Senior Kremlin aide and top Russian military commander among those targeted in latest round of EU sanctions.

UN Report Shows How Iran is Bypassing Sanctions

Confidential new report seen by Reuters highlights Iran's methods of evading the sanctions that were imposed on it.

Obama and Merkel Threaten Russia with Tougher Sanctions

President Barack Obama and Chancellor Angela Merkel threaten "tougher and broader new sanctions" against Russia.

Fatah Threatens to Cut Israel Ties and Resume 'Popular Struggle'

Terror official warns Israeli sanctions will lead to PA collapse, reveals Egypt is behind the Hamas unity deal.

Russia Accuses US of 'Bringing Back the Iron Curtain'

Moscow issues angry response, threatens retaliation, after western states level further sanctions on top Russian officials.

Russia Threatens 'Painful Response' to New Sanctions

Russia's deputy foreign minister threatens Washington after Putin's allies targeted in new sanctions.

Israel Begins to Implement Sanctions on PA

Israel has started to deduct the PA’s debts from the tax money it collects on its behalf, and more is on the way.

Obama Slaps Putin's Pals with Sanctions

U.S. president confirms sanctions will be placed on Russia Monday. They will target billionaires who are close to Russian leader.

Next Round of U.S. Sanctions on Russia Coming Monday

The United States will impose further sanctions on Russia and will target Russia's defense industry.

West Preparing More Sanctions on Russia

Next round of sanctions will be more painful, U.S. Treasury Secretary Jack Lew warns Moscow.

Kerry Threatens Russia with More Sanctions Over Ukraine

Secretary of State says further Russian action in Ukraine will be an "expensive mistake."

Jewish Home MK Calls For 'Much More Than Sanctions'

MK Struk welcomes security cabinet decision to suspend peace talks, says such blatant PA moves require more than financial sanctions.

Breaking News

Peace Talks Suspended

Six-hour cabinet meeting decides to response to PA-Hamas unity by suspending talks, implementing financial sanctions.

Erekat Brands Israeli Sanctions as 'Piracy'

The PA's chief negotiator continues to blast Israel's decision to stop tax money transfers to the PA.

Erekat Slams Israeli Sanctions as 'Theft'

Chief PA negotiator lashes out at Israel’s decision to freeze the transfer of taxes it collects for the PA.

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.

Israel Sanctions PA By Freezing Transfer of Taxes

Official reports sanctions over breach of conditions include taxes Israel collects for PA, cap on bank deposits, and no help on gas field.

Fatah Member: Israeli Sanctions Will Dismantle the PA

Senior member of the Fatah movement says that Israeli sanctions against the PA would "lead to its collapse."

Senators Call on Obama to Sanction Iran Over Deal with Russia

Robert Menendez and Mark Kirk demand that Obama impose sanctions if Tehran pursues an energy agreement with Russia.

Ramallah Insists Israel Torpedoed Talks

Spokesman claims that Israel used talks to stall for time, brought end to talks by 'building settlements.'

Israel Sanctions PA Following Unilateral Move

Israel suspends high-level contacts with PA, restricts transfer of communications equipment to Gaza.

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.

Congress Approves Sanctions on Russia, Aid to Ukraine

Congress easily passes an aid package for Ukraine that includes sanctions against Russia for annexing Crimea.

Ukrainian Defense Minister Fired Over Crimea Crisis

As concerns over other annexations snowball, Kiev chooses to oust military official.

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.

Putin Sanctions U.S. Senators After Obama Sanctions Russians

Putin bars 9 American officials from entering Russia, including House Speaker Boehner and Sen. McCain.

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.

Report: Putin to Sanction Top U.S. Senators

Russian President is reportedly planning to sanction American lawmakers in retaliation for similar U.S. sanctions on Russians.

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.