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Iran: Our Missile Test Didn't Violate UN Resolutions

Iranian Foreign Minister says recent test of a long-range missile does not violate UN resolutions, despite claims to the contrary.

Power: United States to Seek Action Over Iran's Missile Test

Ambassador Samantha Power says Iran's recent ballistic missile test was a clear violation of UN sanctions.

Top Iranian Commander Visits Syria

Qassem Soleimani spotted in Syria addressing Iranian military officers and members of Hezbollah.

France: Iran's Missile Test is 'Worrying'

France expresses concern after Iran tests a ballistic missile in violation of a UN resolution.

Iran Ready to Commit More Troops to Syria

Senior Iranian official says Tehran willing to bolster existing forces by sending more soldiers, if Assad regime requests.

Iran Unveils Secret Underground Missile Base

Iran's Revolutionary Guard unveils a secret underground missile base, says it is the "tip of the iceberg".

Iranian Council Approves Nuclear Deal

Senior council of clerics and officials in Iran approves implementation of nuclear deal with world powers.

Iran Confirms Two Senior Officers Killed in Syria

Senior Revolutionary Guard officers killed fighting ISIS in the same week as Iran suffers its highest-profile casualty.

Airlines Stop Flying Over Iran Over Missile Concerns

Some airlines stop flying over the region amid concerns over Russian airstrikes in Syria. At least one has missed and hit Iran.

Two Top Iranian Officers Killed in Syria

Less than a week after its elite commander in Syria falls in battle, senior Iranian officers killed fighting ISIS.

Gulf States in Talks to Buy Iron Dome from Israel

GCC is set to purchase system via the US so as to defend against growing Iranian threat, in signs of a begrudging defense alliance.

White House: Iran Missile Test Violated UN Resolution

United States admits a recent Iranian missile test was a violation of a UN resolution, but says nuclear deal will not be affected.

Iran Claims Houthis Destroy Saudi or Egyptian Warship Off Yemen

If true, claim suggests pro-Iranian rebels in Yemen have their hands on sophisticated anti-ship missiles, presenting a game-changing threat.

Iran Reaches Verdict in Case of Washington Post Reporter

Iran says a verdict has been reached in the case of Jason Rezaian. No further details available.

Slain Iranian General had Conducted '80 Missions' in Syria

Hossein Hamedani of the Islamic Republic's Revolutionary Guards Corps is the highest-ranking Iranian figure to be killed fighting in Syria.

Top Iranian General Killed in Syria

Elite Quds Force general Hossein Hamedani killed by ISIS outside Aleppo; general led crackdown on Tehran protesters in 2009.

Russia Denies Claims that Syria-Bound Missiles Landed in Iran

Russia's defense ministry denies American claim that Syria-bound Russian cruise missiles fired from the Caspian Sea had crashed in Iran.

Russian Cruise Missiles Fall Short of Syria, Hit Iran

Four cruise missiles aimed at Syria crash in Iran instead, according to US official who wouldn't detail regarding casualties.

Khamenei Bans Negotiations with the United States

Iran's Supreme Leader bans any further negotiations with the United States, explains the Americans harm Iran's national interests.

​Putin/Iran Will Rape Sunni Oil Riches as Stalin/Hitler Raped Poland

Iran to Launch 50 New Oil Projects

Iran announces it will introduce over 50 new oil exploration and production contracts as sanctions are lifted.

Iran Threatens Germany Boycott Over Salman Rushdie Invite

Tehran threatens to withdraw from Frankfurt book fair due to outstanding death order against Rushdie.

UN Asks Iran to Help Foment Peace in Syria

Ban Ki-Moon urges Iran to 'promote political solution' despite Tehran's terror proxy support, backing of Russian military involvement.

Bahrain Warns: Iran is Trying to Rule the Middle East

Iran expels senior official from Bahrain embassy after Bahrain cuts ambassadorial ties; Bahrain protests Iran hegemony in UN.

Iran Backs Russian Airstrikes in Syria

Iran says Russia's airstrikes against Syrian rebels will help solve the crisis in the country.

Bahrain Recalls Iran Envoy Over Tehran's Terrorism

Bahrain expels Iranian envoy and recalls its own ambassador, accusing Iran of forming local terror groups and fomenting sedition.

Iran Sends Troops for Mass Syrian Ground Offensive

Lebanese sources reveal hundreds of Iranian soldiers deployed in last 10 days for joint campaign with Hezbollah backed by Russian strikes.

Over Half of Hajj Stampede Deaths Are Iranian

464 Iranians among the 769 killed in 'stoning the devil' stampede, followed by Egypt with 75 dead; Iran steps up anti-Saudi rhetoric.

Iran Rejects Claims it Sent Arms to Yemen as 'Propaganda'

Iranian fishing ship headed to Yemen found filled with anti-tank shells, though Iran says accusations of it arming Houthis are 'baseless.'

Iran Parliament Rebukes Foreign Minister for Obama Handshake

Parliament chants 'death to America,' protests FM Zarif's historic handshake with Obama, after foreign ministry calls it an 'accident.'

Iranian Weapons Ship Bound For Yemen Seized in Oman

Saudi-backed coalition in Yemen seizes of Iranian weapons vessel in first possible evidence Tehran is arming Houthi rebels.

Netanyahu Puzzled Over UNGA Links Between Syria, Iran

World leaders have the Iran deal "all wrong," Netanyahu insists before UNGA speech Wednesday.

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UK MP: 'Stark Choices' Ahead for Iran

One UK parliamentarian talks tough on the Iran deal, Israel boycotts, in special interview.

Iranian FM Under Fire for Shaking Obama's Hand

Mohammad Javad Zarif ignored Iran's 'red lines,' asserts MP, by shaking hands with the president of an 'enemy nation.'

Russia, Iran Draw Close Over Syria at UN

Both Assad allies attempt to convince world of their side in Syrian civil war amid concerns over closer Tehran-Moscow relationship.

Iran Calls for United Front... Against Terror

Islamic Republic with numerous terror proxies promotes 'democracy' and war on terror at UNGA.

Rouhani: Iran Ready for Prison Swap with Americans

Iranian President expresses willingness to work to free three Americans from Iranian prisons.

Iraq Steps Up Anti-ISIS Coordination with Iran, Syria, Russia

Iraq, Russia, Iran and Syria set up an intelligence committee in Baghdad in order to coordinate fight against ISIS.

Iranian-American Scholars: Rouhani on Political Execution Spree

Rouhani’s regime has engaged in what Amnesty International has described it as a 'staggering spree' of unjustified executions.

Watch: Haunting Video Shows Darker Side of 'Moderate' Rouhani

In powerful video, Iranian human rights group shows how behind his image as a 'moderate' lies a darker side to Iran's president.

Khamenei Demands Saudi Apology for Hajj Stampede

Iranian Supreme Leader accuses Riyadh of 'passing the buck' in tragedy in latest barb aimed at the rival kingdom.

Saudi Arabia Rejects Iranian Criticism Over Stampede

Saudi Arabia's foreign minister warns Iran not to play politics over the stampede that killed at least 769 people.

Iranian President Pushes for Probe of Saudi Hajj Stampede at UN

Iran President Rouhani insists on 'swift action' in response to 769 deaths during this year's pilgrimage.

Hezbollah to Get Russian-Made Tanks from Syria

Syria gives Hezbollah 75 Russian tanks to make armored division. Russia assures Israel that it has always been responsible in Middle East.

US Seeks Iranian Help as ISIS Strategy in Tatters

White House reaches out to Tehran to help broker 'solution' in Syria, as Obama admin's strategy fails miserably.

Iran Demands to be Part of Saudi Stampede Investigation

Iran demands to be represented in the Saudi investigation into the stampede that killed more than 700 pilgrims.

Iranians Mount Monday Anti-Rouhani Rally at UNHQ

Voices of Iran protest reminds UN in NYC that 60 million Iranians live under reign of Islamic terror inside Iran, with thousands executed.

Top Iranian Cleric: US is the Enemy of Islam

Ayatollah Khatami, part of elite council that elects Supreme Leader, claims US created ISIS and will sanction Iran's human rights abuses.

Europeans Rush to Invest in Iran

European companies meet Iranian counterparts in Geneva conference, anxious for sanctions to lift and allow trade with Islamic regime.

At Congress Pope Praises Obama Over Cuba, Iran

Pope Francis praises 'courage and daring' in rapprochement with despotic regimes, days after Cuba visit in which activists were repressed.

Iranian Sick of Britain Begs to be Returned Home

An Iranian immigrant fed up with 'unfriendly, violent' people in Manchester turns himself in to police, despite being in UK legally.

World's Top Insulin Maker to Build Plant in Iran

The world's top insulin maker, Novo Nordisk, announces it would build a $78 million facility in Iran.

Iran: We'll Protect Against Mideast Terror

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani hawks Iran's army as best defense against 'terrorism,' despite arming Hezbollah, Hamas.

France Seeks to Beat Business Competition in Iran

Paris opens business office in Tehran against 'fierce competition' from other European powers after nuclear deal.

IAEA Chief Granted Access to Covert Iran Military Site

Yukiya Amano granted access to Parchin, where it is alleged covert research to build a nuclear bomb took place.

IAEA Chief in Iran to Talk Nuclear 'Ambiguities'

Yukiya Amano meets with top Iranian officials over long-running allegations it conducted research into building a nuclear bomb.

Rouhani: Don't Take 'Death to America' Chants Personally

Iran's President says that when his countrymen call for the end of America, they are referring to the past.

Report: Iran Released 5 Top Al Qaeda Terrorists

Five released as part of swap deal in March, including Osama bin Laden's direct replacement.

Obama and World Mum as Iran Says Israel Will Cease to Exist

World leaders' silence recalls Nazi era, says ZOA.

'Iran is Teaching Gazan Children How to Murder Jews'

Research center head reveals Israeli policy mistake in focusing on Iran's nuclear capability, but not its training Gaza children to murder.