Iran

Obama's Iran Adviser Worked for Pro-Tehran Regime Lobby?

Investigative report reveals NSC Iran Director who briefed Obama on talks used to work for NIAC, thought to be Iranian mouthpiece.

Lavrov Claims Agreement with Iran Reached

Russian Foreign Minister says Iran and six world powers have reached a "preliminary agreement". Diplomats: That's not true.

Dichter: Very Good Reasons to be Concerned Over Iran Deal

Likud MK warns that impending agreement will allow Iran to be a nuclear threshold state, and Israel must prepare for that.

Confirmed: Iran Nuclear Talks Extended by One Day

United States confirms that nuclear talks with Iran and will continue beyond the self-imposed Tuesday night deadline.

Desperate for a deal?

US Willing to Work Past Iran Nuclear Deal Deadline

State Dept. says it will push into Wednesday to try and seal a deal, but will leave talks before June deadline if they go nowhere.

Iran nuclear deal

PM: Deal Leaves Iran with Underground Facilities, Centrifuges

Netanyahu warns Knesset at swearing-in that Iran deal being reached leaves Islamic regime with rapid nuclear 'breakout.'

Iran Nuke Talks May End with Statement Instead of Accord

Morning session of Lausanne talks between Iran, P5+1, ended after just 35 minutes without results. Deadline for talks just hours away.

Yemen Conflict Could be Good for Israel, Says Expert

The Arab world could join forces to ward off Iran on its own, Dr. Dan Schueftan says - and help Israel in the process.

White House Denies Iran Backed Out of Agreement

Deputy White House spokesman denies Iran backed out of an agreement to ship nuclear material out of its country.

Iran Confirms Defection of Journalist Who Covered Nuclear Talks

Iran confirms that Amir Hossein Mottaghi, a close associate of Rouhani, defected while covering nuclear negotiations in Switzerland.

State Department: 50-50 Chance of Deal with Iran

As deadline for nuclear deal approaches, the United States remains unoptimistic.

Houthis Could Turn Yemen into a 'Saudi Vietnam'

With homefield advantage and Iranian military advisers, Saudi Arabia might not be able to avoid getting bogged down.

Iran: US Killed Two Revolutionary Guard Advisors in Iraq

US offensive against ISIS in Tikrit killed two Iranian Revolutionary Guard advisors, Tehran claims; US denies.

Former CIA Director: Iran the New Nazi Germany

Former CIA chief James Woolsey notes Iran's expansionism is 'imperialist,' adds that Obama is sticking to deal to leave a legacy.

Regardless of Yemen Fallout, Erdogan En Route to Tehran

After Iranian parliamentarians threaten to cancel visit for 'domination' criticism, Erdogan says he will make tense visit anyway.

'The US Will Let Iran Spread Terror and Go Nuclear'

Senior security source estimates deal by tomorrow, with America 'ignoring' Iranian terror sponsorship and nuclear proliferation.

Iranian Negotiator: We Won't Move Our Uranium Abroad

Iran’s chief negotiator says a nuclear deal with world powers is "doable", insists Iran would refuse to send out its nuclear stocks abroad.

Iran Threatens to Cancel Erdogan's Visit

Iranian officials threaten to cancel Turkish President's upcoming visit, for saying that Iran is trying to “dominate the Middle East”.

New Arab-World Leader Emerges: Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia's offensive against the takeover of Yemen has established the kingdom as the leader of the Arab world.

Britain: Deal Must Put the Bomb Beyond Iran's Reach

British Foreign Secretary says he believes a deal with Iran could be reached, insists it must place an atomic bomb "beyond reach".

Europeans Won't Punish Israel on Iran for Palestinian Policy

Even if Israel had more conciliatory policy, it probably wouldn't affect Iran talks, says expert.

Senate Majority Leader to PM: We're by Israel's Side

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, on a visit to Israel, said that both the Senate and the House backed Israel on the Iran issue.

Braving Iranian Ire, Saudis Pummel Yemen Air Force

Saudi air strikes against Houthi-controlled Yemeni forces, which began just just three days ago, have had a devastating effect.

Netanyahu Says Looming Iran Nuclear Deal 'Worse Than Feared'

PM sounds alarm over imminent deal, hours after Iranian defector reveals US negotiating team just parroting Iranian demands.

Rouhani Aide Defects While Covering Iran Nuclear Talks

Close media aide to Iran’s President seeking political asylum in Switzerland after travelling there to cover nuclear talks.

Iran's Foreign Minister Remains Optimistic as Talks Continue

"I think we can make the necessary progress," says Mohammad Javad Zarif after meetings in Switzerland.

Nasrallah: Israel Should be Targeted, Not Yemen

Hezbollah leader blasts Saudi Arabia for launching airstrikes against Houthi rebels, saying it should lead a campaign against Israel.

Nuclear deal close?

British Foreign Secretary Ready to Join Iran Talks

In the latest sign a nuclear deal is imminent, Britain’s Philip Hammond says he was ready to join the talks this weekend.

Saudi Arabia Ramps Up for Largest Campaign Since Gulf War

Saudi Arabia has an advanced military arsenal, and it hopes to send a message to Iran with those destructive capabilities in Yemen.

Game-Changer? Unified Arab Force Established by Arab League

Same day that Saudis and allies launch proxy war on Iran in Yemen, Arab FMs agree to create joint Arab army for rapid response missions.

Diplomat: 'Significant Progress' Made in Iran Talks

Diplomat says that major powers and Iran have made significant progress in talks, but several key differences remain.

Senate Votes for Amendment Making it Easier to Sanction Iran

Amendment to budget bill would establish a fund to cover the cost of imposing sanctions if Iran violates nuclear agreement.

Saudi Ambassador: Iran Playing Key Role in Backing Houthis

Saudi Arabia’s ambassador to the United States says Iranian commanders and Hezbollah members are in Yemen advising the Houthi rebels.

Erdogan: Iran is Trying to Dominate the Middle East

Turkish President lashes out at Iran, says its efforts to dominate the Middle East are annoying Ankara.

Officials: Iran May be Allowed to Run Centrifuges at Secret Site

Officials say the United States is considering letting Iran run hundreds of centrifuges at the underground Fordow facility.

US and Iran Vying for Influence in Tikrit Battle

Iran-backed militias pull back and US forces keen to give strong showing in fight against ISIS stronghold at Hussein's hometown.

Saudi Offensive Coincides with US Airstrikes in Tikrit

Yoel Guzansky says that simultaneous US airstrikes in Iraq and Saudi strikes in Yemen almost certainly meant to roll back Iran’s influence.

Iran: Saudis 'Will Pay for Invading Yemen'

Iran on Thursday threatened Saudi Arabia that 'the smoke of the war in Yemen will reach the eyes of the Saudis.'

Saudis Prepare to Deploy in Yemen for Iran Showdown

Saudi Arabia dispatches heavy military equipment on Yemen border, ready to strike as Iran-backed Houthis edge towards key port of Aden.

Israel Ends Two-Day Anti-Iran Mission

Intelligence Minister Yuval Steinitz and other experts visit Paris, London in attempts to dissuade P5+1 from disastrous Iran deal.

Saudi Arabia Could Buy the Bomb

Experts fear the first country to go nuclear after a deal won’t be Iran, but Saudi Arabia.

Iran Rejects Snap Inspections of its Nuclear Sites

Iranian official says an IAEA request for inspections of Iran's nuclear sites "hinders efforts" to reach a deal.

IAEA Chief: 'Limited Progress' Made in Iran Probe

IAEA head says the agency has had limited progress in its inquiry into possible military dimensions of Iran's nuclear activities.

Cameron: The Alternatives to Iran Deal Are 'Not Attractive'

British Prime Minister David Cameron says it is better to reach a nuclear deal with Iran, but adds that should not happen at any price.

State Dept. Mocked for 'Over the Top' Condolences to Rouhani

'Are you sending flowers as well?' AP's Matt Lee rips into White House for 'laying it on thick' after Iranian president's mother dies.

Iranian General Reportedly in Iraq 'Whenever Needed'

The commander of Iraq's Badr militia says that Iran's top officer provides assistance in Iraq "whenever we need him".

Khamenei Agrees with 'Death to America' Slogan

Iran's Supreme Leader rejects Obama's call to reach a nuclear agreement, says America is bullying Iran.

Ex-CIA Head Says Iran is a Greater Danger than ISIS

Rebuking Obama rapprochement, Petraeus warns Iran is taking control in Iraq, and is an enemy of the US and its allies.

Obama to Iranians: An 'Historic Opportunity' to End Nuke Issue

In a message to Iranians in honor of Nowruz, Obama says this is the "best opportunity in decades" to pursue a different relationship.

American Lawmakers Write Another Letter on Iran

Bipartisan letter, signed by 360 lawmakers, will remind Obama that sanctions relief on Iran requires new legislation from Congress.

Iran Plays Down Chances of Reaching Deal This Week

Iran's Foreign Minister says nuclear talks with the West will likely have to continue into next week.

US: Netanyahu Win to Have No Impact on Nuclear Talks

US State Department insists that Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu's re-election will not impede Iran nuclear talks in any way.

Iran: Israeli Elections 'All the Same to Us'

All of the 'Zionist regime' parties 'have an aggressive nature', Iran insists one day after elections.

Rouhani: The Pressure from Sanctions is Over

Iran begins producing more natural gas from field shared with Qatar, which President Rouhani says is proof Western sanctions didn't work.

Iran Claims '90% Agreement' on Nuclear Program

Iranian nuclear chief says technical issues nearly all resolved, 'one very important issue' still in the works to be debated this afternoon.

European Ministers Report Little Progress in Talks with Iran

European powers and Iran make little progress toward reaching an agreement as deadline looms.

Iran Threatens to Restart Uranium Enrichment if Deal Fails

Iranian parliament passes proposal demanding sanction removal, nuclear development, and threat to pressure US into deal.

Turkey: Stuck Between Iran and Kurdistan

Expert reveals Turkey’s hesitation to support Iraqi Kurds keeps door open for more Iranian influence in Iraq, and explains why that's so.

Former Iranian President's Son Sentenced to Jail

The son of Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani sentenced to 15 years in jail after being convicted of security offences and financial crimes.

Iran: Deal Possible if Americans Ignore the 'Zionists'

Iran's Vice President claims the Americans are influenced by the "Zionist lobbies", thus preventing a nuclear deal.