Iran

Zarif: Failure to save nuclear deal would be very dangerous

Iran's Foreign Minister warns that failure to save 2015 nuclear deal would be "very dangerous" for Tehran.

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Russia in Syria: 'Caught Between Iran and Israel'

Moscow must balance between war ally Iran and important regional player Israel – states with radically different geopolitical imperatives.

'The Gonen Segev saga - a true tragedy'

Prof. Aviad Hacohen regrets that a man who was a minister and physician in Israel descended into the depths of treason.

Merkel: Solutions needed for Iran's 'aggressive tendencies'

German Chancellor says European countries share concerns over Iran's ballistic missile program.

ANALYSIS: Iran's endgame in Syria has begun

Only change in Iran's bid to form land bridge from Iran to Israeli border is switch to Syrian uniforms by Hezbollah terrorists.

Iran atomic chief: Europe's proposals aren't good enough

Ali Akbar Salehi tells UN chief that Europe’s proposals to salvage 2015 deal are not satisfying for Tehran.

Minister accused of spying: I updated the defense establishment

Former minister Gonen Segev expected to argue in court that he wanted to be a double agent.

FIFA asked to ban anti-Israel Iranian soccer player

Soccer fans file complaint FIFA against Iranian forward who reposted Khamenei's anti-Israel tweet.

Netanyahu water offer brings positive Iranian response

100,000 Iranians join Israel's Farsi Telegram account after PM offers water tech: 'We wish them death, they bless us with life.'

'Crazy nut; because of him Oslo passed'

Friend of former minister Gonen Segev in response to report Segev charged with espionage: 'Nothing he does would surprise me.'

Ex-minister turned spy:

'I wanted to fool Iran, return as a hero'

Former minister Gonen Segev, who was arrested for spying for Iran, claims he was trying to fool his Iranian handlers.

'From ideological treachery to treason against the State'

Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked expresses shock at indictment of former minister Gonen Segev, who spied for Iran.

Former minister arrested on suspicion of spying for Iran

Former Energy Minister Gonen Segev charged with spying on Israel, giving Iran intelligence in time of war.

PM: 'We're acting against Iran - in all of Syria'

PM briefs on talks with Russian President and US Secretary of State over prevention of Iranian entrenchment in Syria.

French carmaker Renault to remain in Iran despite sanctions

CEO of Renault says company will maintain its presence in Iran while taking measures to avoid penalties for breaching U.S. sanctions.

Report: Jordan won't name new ambassador to Iran

Jordan does not plan on naming a new ambassador to Iran, says high-ranking Jordanian source.

Iran tweets: ‘We stand with Israel’

Iran’s leaders have rallied thousands of citizens in an Anti-Israel March, but some Iranians are 'rebelling' against the regime.

How Trump, Israel and the Gulf States plan to fight Iran

Israel has quietly formed a partnership with the United Arab Emirates in an effort to check the influence of Iran.

ANALYSIS: Winds of war as Iran axis prepares for Golan offensive

A major battle against the rebels along the Israeli and Jordanian border seems unavoidable.

Report: Russia demanded withdrawal - Hezbollah refused

UK-based monitoring group claims Lebanese terror group allied with Iran refused demand by Russia to withdraw from southwestern Syria.

Russia: Avoid attacks during World Cup

Russia informs countries involved in Syria fighting, including Israel, it expects 'low profile' maintained during tournament.

Iranian official: We'll unveil new air defense system soon

Senior Iranian military official says the Bavar 373 air defense system will soon be operational.

Iran threatens to begin uranium enrichment at Fordow facility

Iranian atomic energy organization says it is ready to start enrichment at Fordow nuclear plant, 'when Supreme Leader gives the order.'

Hariri to Iran: Don't interfere in our affairs

Lebanese PM urges Iran not to interfere in his country’s affairs after top Iranian general welcomes Hezbollah's election achievements.

Iran to North Korea: Beware of Trump

Iran says North Korea should be cautious ahead of Kim-Trump summit because the U.S. leaves treaties.

Air Force ready to deal powerful blow

Former IAF Commander Amir Eshel: 'Chances of an initiated war against us in north are low.'

ANALYSIS: Why Europe gave Netanyahu the cold shoulder on Iran

Israel proved Iran is lying through its teeth on the deal, but got no reaction in European capitals.

Netanyahu: My unprecedented offer to Iran

PM offer to help solve Iran's water crisis, launches Farsi website with plans for water recycling.

G7 leaders: Ensure Iran's nuclear program remains peaceful

G7 leaders pledge to ensure Iran’s nuclear program remains peaceful, condemn Iran's support for terrorism.

Rouhani: Israel can never feel safe

Iranian President says Israel “can never feel safe” because it is “oppressing the Palestinian nation”.

Iran distributes cash to families of Gaza protesters

Families of Gazans killed while rioting near border fence receive cash from Iranian government.

Rouhani calls for mass protests on 'Al-Quds Day'

Iranian President calls on Iranians to protest against "usurper Zionist Regime" on annual day of protests.

Pompeo: We won't allow Iran to develop a nuclear weapon

Secretary of State says Washington watching reports on Iran's plan to increase its uranium enrichment capacity.

Iran: Advanced centrifuges facility will be ready in a month

Head of Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization says facility in Natanz to build advanced centrifuges will be completed in a month.

Netanyahu:

'Iran's desire to destroy Israel the source of Gaza's problems'

PM, in meeting with Theresa May, blames Iranian regime's hatred for Israel for Gaza's suffering.

Israel mulls massive expansion on Golan Heights

Deputy Minister and former Ambassador to US Michael Oren pushing plan to significantly increase Israeli population in Golan.

EU: Iran's uranium enrichment doesn't breach deal

European Union says first assessment finds Iran's uranium enrichment plan does not breach its commitments under 2015 nuclear deal.

U.S. Treasury: Iran has multiplied its support for Hezbollah

U.S. Treasury under-secretary for terrorism and financial intelligence says Iran's support for Hezbollah stands at $700 million.

Macron: Moving US embassy caused death

PM Netanyahu does not ask French president to withdraw from Iran nuclear deal, but to counter Iranian aggression in the Middle East.

Iran officially announces step up in centrifuge production

Nuclear chief informs IAEA that Iran Atomic Energy Org opening center for new centrifuges for uranium enrichment at Natanz nuke site.

Netanyahu:

'Iran's uranium enrichment is part of plot to annihilate Israel'

PM vows that Israel will prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons, says Tehran pursuing expanded uranium enrichment to destroy Israel.

Liberman: Iran is panicking

Defense Minister says Khamenei's threats to increase uranium enrichment are 'a sign of hysteria and mass panic among Iranian leadership.'

Israel calls for 'military coalition' if Iran boosts enrichment

Katz: Western powers, Arab allies must form 'military coalition' with Israel to confront Iran if Tehran increases uranium enrichment.

Iran to increase its uranium enrichment capacity

Iran to inform IAEA over its start of a process to increase the country’s uranium enrichment capacity, says spokesman.

Ken Abramowitz:

'Within one or two years Iran will be destroyed'

American Friends of Likud Chairman: 'Israel should annex Area C which is 50% of Judea and Samaria; that would be obvious.'

Merkel: Iran's behavior 'worrying'

German chancellor agrees with Israel that Iran should withdraw its troops from Syria.

IAEA: Iran must ensure timely nuclear inspections

Head of UN nuclear watchdog says Iran not in violation of 2015 nuclear deal, could could do more to cooperate with international inspectors.

Khamenei: 'Tehran will attack tenfold if attacked by enemies'

'Our enemies have staged economic and psychological warfare against us and new American sanctions are part of it.'

PM Leaves For Europe:

'Now is the time to stop Iranian aggression, nuke program'

Netanyahu heads to Europe to lobby leaders to pressure Iranian regime on nuclear program, Iranian aggression in Syria.

Qatar: We won't fuel a war with Iran

Qatar’s Defense Minister says his country will not be dragged into any conflict with Iran.

PM to leave for Europe: Iran top of the agrenda

Netanyahu to meet German Chancellor Angela Merkel, French President Emmanuel Macron, and with British Prime Minister Theresa May.

Argentine prosecutor Alberto Nisman was murdered, court confirms

Argentinian Jewish man who served as special prosecutor in investigation of bombing of Jewish center was murdered, appeals court confirms.

If Iran attacks, NATO won't support Israel

NATO Secretary General says organization doesn't involve itself in Middle East conflicts, security guarantee doesn't apply to Israel.

Iranian official: We dealt the Zionists a 'heavy blow'

Senior Iranian official says Israel is "a cancerous tumor".

PM: This may surprise you - but I think Iranians are brilliant

PM says Tehran regime holding back Iranian people from success - and from working together with Israel.

ANALYSIS: After Iranian attack from Gaza, new war on the horizon

‘Never a dull moment’ has been Israel’s motto since the establishment of the state in 1948.

Report: Iran, Hezbollah preparing to retreat from Israeli border

Anti-Assad group claims Iranian, Hezbollah fighters prepping for withdrawal from Israeli border, following pressure by Russia.

'An act of rebellion which harms fight against Iran'

Deputy DM slams ex Mossad chief, who revealed he opposed PM's order to prepare for attack on Iran. 'In democracy, those elected decide.'

Assad: Israel is in a 'panic'

Syrian leader denies Iranian presence in Syria, use of chemical weapons, says Israel 'hysterical' over 'losing dear ones' Al-Nusra and ISIS.

'Netanyahu ordered us to be ready to attack within 15 days'

Former Mossad head says that seven years ago, PM Netanyahu ordered preparations for an attack on Iran.