Iran

Netanyahu: Nuclear deal enabled Iran to pay terrorists' families

Israeli PM says new package offering tens of thousands of dollars to terrorists' families made possible by western sanctions relief.

Ya'alon warns: Iran operating 'sleeper cells' in Europe

In Cyprus, Defense Minister warns that Iran is building an international terror network and plans attacks on the United States and Europe.

Iran arrests father of jailed American citizen

Iran arrests 80-year-old Baquer Namazi, father of Siamak Namazi who was himself arrested in October. Both are being held in the Evin prison.

Danon to UN chief: Condemn Iranian support for terrorism

Israel’s UN Ambassador demands Ban Ki-moon condemn a statement by Iran’s ambassador to Lebanon in support of terrorism against Israelis.

Iran: $7,000 to every terror family

Foreign Ministry publishes condemnation after Iran promises to pay families of Palestinian terrorists.

Should Israel join forces with Saudi Arabia's Arab coalition?

MK Ayoub Kara says Israel has woken up to strategic importance of regional alliance against Iran; 'Any enemy of Iran is our friend.'

State Department: Russian sale of jets to Iran violates arms ban

State Department's Mark Toner denounces reported Russian sale of Sukhoi-30 jets to Iran.

Iranian ICBM nuke?

Iran space launch to prep long-range nuclear missiles

US intel officials warn Tehran's upcoming test of space vehicle this month breaches UN nuclear sanctions, paves way to nuclear weapon.

Khamenei: The 'Zionist network' dictates policy towards Iran

Iran’s Supreme Leader claims Zionists dictate the United States’ and many EU members' policies vis-a-vis Iran.

Iran to receive advanced Russian jets, submarines

Russia, Iran likely to sign massive arms deal for jet fighters, submarines, and missile systems.

Revealed: America's cyber strike plan on Iran

NYT report uncovers Nitro Zeus cyberattack plan meant to disable Iran if nuclear diplomacy failed, along with Fordo cyber assault.

Nasrallah begs Arab leaders: Don't ally with Israel against Iran

Hezbollah chief makes appeal to Sunni Arabs in wake of growing anti-Iranian alliance.

Iranian scientist: Genetically modified foods a 'Zionist plot'

Iranian researcher warns Israel is trying to infect Iranians with diseases by importing genetically modified products into the country.

Power: Iran complying with nuclear deal but remains a threat

Speaking in Israel, Ambassador Samantha Power says Iran is still helping fuel conflict in the region and thus remains a threat.

Iran announces S-300 is now en route from Russia

After years of delays due to UN sanctions and Western pressure, Iranian spokesperson says advanced missile system is on its way.

Iran plans 'massive' missile drills in coming days

Defying US sanctions, Iran announces 'missile wargames,' with nuclear-capable Emad capable of hitting Israel in the spotlight.

Iran exports crude oil to Europe

Iran announces shipment of crude oil to Europe, the first such shipment since nuclear deal was implemented.

Iranian general warns Saudi Arabia against Syria invasion

Senior Iranian army commander responds to Saudi, Turkish threats to intervene with threats of his own, as major confrontation looms.

Iran promises more financial aid to Palestinian terrorists

Speaker of Iranian parliament expressed a desire to finance families of terrorists during anniversary of Iranian revolution.

'Death to America' banners in Tehran on revolution anniversary

Nuclear deal or not, Iranians wave "Death to America" banners at rally marking 37 years since the Islamic revolution.

American official 'unsure' where Iran's uranium was stored

State Department official says Washington doesn't know the precise location of the uranium Iran shipped out to Russia.

Russian PM: Foreign offensive in Syria could spark 'world war'

After Saudis say their decision to deploy troops in Syria is 'final,' Medvedev issues a dire warning.

Iran releases footage of US Navy sailor 'crying' in captivity

Latest humiliating footage released by Iranian state TV shows one of ten US servicemen captured

Israel in nuclear strike range

Ignoring Obama, Iran upgrades its nuclear-capable Emad missile

Flaunting sanctions, Iran's DM says update of nuclear rockets able to hit Israel coming soon, Russian S-300 delivery in next 2 months.

Report: Iran hacked computer of former IDF chief

Over last year Iran hacked dozen of computers belonging to Israeli security officials and extracted information.

Khamenei: Americans supporting 'child-killing Israel'

Iran’s Supreme Leader in yet another tirade against the United States, accuses it of supporting "the child-killer Zionist regime".

Are Saudi Arabia and Turkey about to invade Syria?

As Saudi and Turkish-backed rebels face an impending rout by Russian-backed regime forces, Riyadh and Ankara consider deploying troops.

Trudeau: We won't rush to lift Iran sanctions

Canadian PM says he will be careful with regards to lifting sanctions against Iran.

Iranian Commander unveils plans to upgrade missile program

Senior Iranian Commander says Iran does not care about any sanctions over its missile program.

Iranian general killed in Syria's Aleppo

Senior Iranian officer killed alongside other Iranian fighters, as pro-regime forces launch offensive to recapture Syria's second city.

Top IDF general declares ISIS is 'our enemy'

Maj. Gen. Nitzan Alon tells foreign journalists that while Iran remains top enemy, Israel is working with coalition against Islamic State.

Rouhani invites American firms to invest in Iran

The Great Satan? Iran's president says he has no problem with American companies investing in his country.

Khamenei gives medals to captors of American sailors

Iran’s Supreme Leader honors "courageous" Iranian commanders who briefly detained 10 American soldiers last month.

Iran hails ally Russia for pushing nuclear deal through

Iranian nuclear chief reveals if it wasn't for Moscow, controversial nuclear deal never would have been completed.

Hamas says it hasn't received Iranian support since 2009

In recent leaked phone call Hamas leader says Iran's promises to fund terror group which controls Gaza are lies.

Iranian commander: We're doubling our missile activities

Iran remains unfazed by United States sanctions over its ballistic missile program, boasts of doubling its efforts to produce missiles.

Tension at UN between Danon, Ban Ki-moon

Israeli ambassador to UN sends hints to Secretary-General about danger of Arab terror in Israel. 'Hamas is a murderous terror organization.'

Iranian drone takes 'precise' footage of American carrier

Iran says it flew a surveillance drone over an American aircraft carrier in the Gulf and took photographs of it.

Iran says it spied on US aircraft carrier with drone

Iranian state TV claims surveillance drone flew over American vessel and photographed it, with light submarine also taking part.

Iran forcing Afghan refugees to fight in Syria

HRW reveals testimony of Afghan Shi'ites coerced by Tehran to fight throughout Syria, including on Israel's doorstep.

Hundreds in France protest 'executioner' Rouhani

Iranian president given raucous welcome over the execution of 2,000 people since he came to power, as protesters demand justice.

Rouhani ignores human rights question from Jewish journalist

Iranian president storms out of press conference in Rome following a question asked by a Jewish-Italian journalist.

French car giant strikes deal with Iran

PSA Peugeot Citroen signed a deal with Iranian car maker Khnodro to return to the country after a four year hiatus due to sanctions.

Khamenei denies the Holocaust on Remembrance Day

Iran’s Supreme Leader releases a video in which he expresses doubt that the Holocaust ever took place.

French Jewish MP urges caution with regards to Iran

Meir Habib calls on France to condition strengthening of ties with Iran on a change of policy in the Islamic Republic.

Khomeini's grandson excluded from Iranian elections

Disqualification of moderate cleric comes amid claims that he lacks sufficient religious competence.

Freed US pastor claims he was tortured by Iran

Saeed Abedini, one of four US citizens freed in prisoner exchange, says he was beaten for not signing false confession.

Report: UNESCO to condemn Iran Holocaust denial contest

Haaretz report that UNESCO chief will raise the issue of Iran's anti-Holocaust cartoon contest in meeting with Rouhani.

Iran and Italy sign business agreements

Italian Prime Minister hails agreements with Iran, saying they are "just the beginning".

Watch: Coughing fit silences Clinton's promise to stop Iran

Clinton's promise to stop a nuclear Iran turns into a hoarse whisper at Jewish Federation. Barking cough worse than her bite?

Iran arrests 100 suspects in attack on Saudi embassy

Iran's judiciary says around 100 suspects were arrested over attack on Saudi Arabia's embassy in Tehran.

Khamenei gloats over capture of US sailors, meets captors

Same day Iran says it may reinstate flights to the US, Supreme Leader meets those who kidnapped sailors and praises 'act of God.'

Iranian couple with fake Israeli passports arrested in India

The couple apparently forged the Israeli passports with the hope they would prove easier in acquiring work visas from the United States.

Did the US pay Iran $1.7 billion in ransom?

Republicans demand an inquiry as Iran reveals US taxpayer fund transfer was 'in return' for prisoner release, and came on the same day.

Iran told to 'stop denying medical care to jailed journalists’

Reporters Without Borders (RSF) condemn conditions of journalists who are detained in Iran, call on authorities to stop the neglect.

A good deal?

Watch: Kerry admits Iran sanctions windfall will go to terror

After Tehran gets $150 billion, Kerry acknowledges it will go to entities 'labeled terrorists,' says it 'can't be prevented.'

Netanyahu calls for more US aid against strengthened Iran

At World Economic Forum, PM makes case for expanding military aid, which 'pales in comparison to enormous funds Iran gets.'

Ya'alon: If I had a choice - I'd choose ISIS over Iran

Defense Minister says Iran remains Israel's main enemy, notes that the Islamic State doesn't have the same capabilities Iran does.

White House believes Levinson is no longer in Iran

White House spokesman says the administration has “reason to believe” missing former FBI agent is no longer in Iran.

Saudis not ruling out nuclear bomb in response to Iran

Saudi Foreign Minister says his country will do whatever it needs to protect its people if Iran develops a nuclear bomb.