Iran

UN Inspectors to Visit Iran's Arak Plant

UN nuclear inspectors to visit the Arak heavy water plant for the first time in more than two years.

Obama at Saban: We Prefer Diplomacy, But All Options On Table

Speaking at Saban Center for Middle Eastern Studies, Obama presents diplomatic agreement as stopgap solution for nuclear program.

Obama Meets U.S. Jews, Defends Iran Deal

U.S. President defends his diplomacy with Iran before an audience of Israeli diplomats and senior members of the U.S. Jewish community.

Congressman Suggests Tactical Nuclear Strike on Iran

Duncan Hunter in TV interview suggests aerial bombardment preferable to sending in US troops, calls for immediate sanctions.

Kerry: Israel's Security 'Top Priority'

US Secretary of State seeks to calm Israeli concerns over Iran deal, negotiations with the PA, in latest visit to Israel.

House Reps Concerned Over Iran's Uranium Enrichment

U.S. lawmakers concerned about Iran's ability to continue enriching uranium, say the Obama administration gave Iran too much in Geneva.

Iran Arrests 16 for Helping 'Anti-Government Websites'

Iran's Revolutionary Guard arrests 16 accused of providing material to “anti-government websites”.

Victory: $9 Million from Iran to Israeli Terror Victims

US court awards families of 1997 Jerusalem terror attack victims $9 million from frozen Iranian assets in 'Hanukkah miracle.'

UN Chief Urged to Condemn Khamenei's Anti-Israel Remarks

Jewish lawyers ask Ban Ki-moon to condemn Khamenei's comments that Israel is "rabid dog".

Ahmadinejad Challenges Rouhani to Public Debate

Former Iranian President challenges successor to a debate intended to defend his record in office.

Report: U.S. May Let Iran Continue Enriching

The White House is examining ways to enable Iran to have its own “domestic” uranium enrichment program.

Zarif: Netanyahu is 'Desperate' Following Nuclear Deal

Iran's foreign minister says Israel's prime minister "deceived the world for a long time" about the Iranian nuclear program.

Britain's New Iran Envoy Visits Tehran

Britain's new envoy to Tehran visits Iran, the first British diplomat to do so since 2011.

White House: No New Sanctions, Even if They Are Delayed

White House: Passing new sanctions on Iran, even with a delayed launch date, would give Iran an excuse to undermine the interim deal.

Rep. Hunter: If Necessary, Nuke Iran

Congressman says tactical nuclear devices that would set Iran back ' decade or two' are better than boots on the ground.

Ban Ki-Moon: Iran Should Participate in Geneva II Talks

UN Secretary General announces intentions to have Iran participate in Geneva 2, despite allegations that Tehran is involved in conflict.

Iran News Agency Claims Israel, Saudi Arabia Making 'Stuxnet 2'

Iranian news agency Fars claims Israel, Saudi Arabia in cahoots to sabotage nuclear program, amid rumors of partnership.

White House Denies Reports that Obama will Visit Iran in 2014

Kuwaiti news agencies report that US President has already planned Iran trip next year.

Senators Still Pushing for New Iran Sanctions

U.S. senators are working to pass new sanctions on Iran by end of December, are not buying Obama's warnings.

Hotovely: Olmert's Remarks 'Hutzpa of a Failed Prime Minister'

Deputy Transportation Minister attacks former PM for criticizing Netanyahu, states 'he has no idea what being Prime Minister means.'

Rouhani: Second Nuclear Plant in Bushehr

New plant result of Russian-Iranian negotiations; Iran states they are not reporting plans to IAEA.

Iran, Turkey Boost Intelligence Cooperation After Deal

Officials announce that during 6 month period of eased sanctions the countries will increase trade and intelligence sharing.

Iranian Nuclear Envoy Slams Israeli 'Aggression'

Israel is "sitting on 200 nuclear warheads" and is "crying wolf" about Iran's nukes, charges IAEA envoy.

Iran's FM: No Nuclear Talks with 'Zionists'

Iran's Foreign Minister declares his country will not participate in any nuclear talks attended by Israeli representatives.

Peres to the Iranians: It's Up to You

President Shimon Peres tells the Mexican Senate that the success of the deal with Iran is up to the Iranian people.

Obama Told Netanyahu: Don't be So Vocal About Iran Deal

Obama reportedly asked PM Netanyahu to "take a breather" from his criticism of the Iran deal, reports The Washington Post.

Israeli Professor Vice-President of Project Including Iran, PA

SESAME project includes scientists from across the Middle East; aims to foster 'scientific excellence', build particle accelerator.

Estimate: Iran Could Produce a Nuclear Weapon Within 36 Days

Israeli experts: even after deal, Tehran capable of producing weapon within just over a month. US also OKs Iran to keep building Arak plant.

Amidror: Obama's 'Military Threat' Becoming Less Credible

Israel’s former national security advisor criticizes Iran deal, says the world has allowed Iran to develop nuclear weapons.

US Government Appeals to Iran to Release Captive Americans

Men believed to be held by the Islamic Republic include Robert Levinson, who is the longest-held American hostage in US history.

Zarif: We Only Spoke With the U.S. About the Nuclear Program

Iran's foreign minister denies that bilateral discussions with the U.S. before historic nuclear agreement dealt with rapprochement.

Rouhani: Deal 'Shook the Foundations' of the Sanctions

Iran's President claims victory in nuclear deal in a series of tweets marking the 100th day of his presidency.

U.S.: New Sanctions Will Thwart Diplomatic Talks with Iran

U.S. administration warns lawmakers that passing new sanctions on Iran would jeopardize negotiations on its nuclear program.

Canadian Activists Campaign Against Iranian Nuclear Program

Campaign to verify Iran's compliance with agreement, replace interim measures with permanent end to program.

US: Eased Sanctions Only Marginally Help Iranian Economy

Official: 'this package is really quite modest and economically insignificant.'

Spotlight: From Iran to the IDF

Until 18 months ago, S. lived in her Iranian Jewish community and dreamed of making Aliyah. Now, she is serving in Israel's Border Police.

Iran Claims U.S. Has Released Some Blocked Assets

The Iranian government claims that the U.S. released $8 billion in blocked assets. State Department: Not true.

Obama on Iran Critics: It's Always Easy to Talk Tough

President Obama hits back at critics of Iran deal, says U.S. “cannot close the door on diplomacy.”

MK Mozes: Israeli Isolation on Iran 'a Divine Punishment'

Because of Israeli society's isolation of the hareidi community, G-d has arranged to isolate Israel on the Iran issue, a UTJ MK said.

Canada: We're Not Lifting Iran Sanctions - For Now

Canadian government welcomes Iran deal, but will not lift sanctions until proven that Iran is keeping its end of the agreement.

UK's Hague to Israel: Don't Interfere With Iran Deal

If Israel is considering taking on Iran alone, said British Foreign Minister William Hague, Jerusalem should think again, he said Monday

Former Ambassador: US May 'Go Easy' on Iranian Violations

Former Israeli ambassador Zalman Shoval fears that the US might 'go easy' on Iran for violations of the nuclear deal.

PM: Deal Would Have Been Much Worse Without Us

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu says lobbying had an impact; Israeli team will have an opportunity to weigh in on the deal with Iran.

EU Envoy Tries to Bridge Gap Between Israel, World on Iran Deal

EU envoy to Israel meets with Intelligence Minister Yuval Steinitz, attempts to reassure him that P5+1 have 'Israel's security at heart.'

Frontlines: The World is in Peril

Opinion: The world is facing a similar situation in 2013 with Iran as it did in 1938 with the Nazis.

TAU Analysts: No Israeli Strike on Iran for 6 Months

Tel Aviv University researchers suggest slim chances for an Israeli strike on Iran during 6 month negotiation period.

Key Omission: Parchin not Mentioned in Iran Deal

The new Iranian nuclear deal does not mention Parchin, the much contested site suspected of being used to develop nuclear weapons.

Revealed: U.S., Iran Held Secret Talks for Months

AP reveals that the deal between Iran and the West was made possible due to secret talks between the United States and Iran.

Iranian Team Receives Hero's Welcome in Tehran

Iran’s Foreign Minister hailed as "ambassador for peace" as he returns to Tehran after securing deal in Geneva.

Netanyahu: Iran Given Written Approval to Violate Resolutions

Iran agreement is "bad and dangerous" to the world, the region and Israel, says PM Netanyahu.

Obama Phones Netanyahu to Discuss Iran Deal

Obama tells Netanyahu he wants to begin "consultations" on the deal reached with Iran about its nuclear program.

MK Porush: Iran Deal Connected to Israel's 'War on Torah'

Hareidi MK says deal Iran made with the West is bad for Israel - and blames cuts to yeshiva budgets.

Prime Minister Netanyahu: Iran Agreement a 'Historic Mistake'

In wake of Iran deal, PM opens Cabinet meeting Sunday with a warning that a nuclear Iran would not only threaten Israel - but the world.

Rouhani Twitter Account: Deal 'Opens New Horizons'

Twitter account attributed to Iranian Foreign Minister declares that Iranians have 'voted for modernity'; reliability of account disputed.

Bennett Warns: Iran Deal Could Cause Nuclear Attack on US

In response to breaking news of deal between world powers, nuclear Iran, Bennett issues warning of long-term implications.

Kerry: Iran Deal 'Safer For Israel'

US Secretary of State insists that Israel can only gain from deal with nuclear Iran, calls Netanyahu 'friend of mine.'

Saudi Arabia: We Won't 'Sit Idly By' if West Fails with Iran

Saudi Arabia’s ambassador to the UK warns the kingdom will take action if world powers fail to halt Iran’s nuclear program.

Iran, World Powers Reach Deal

Iran and six world powers have reached a deal regarding Iran’s nuclear program.

Iran Announces 2 New Nuclear Plants as Talks Continue

Iran announces plans to construct two more new nuclear power plants in the near future, as sides inch closer to an agreement in Geneva.

U.S. Remains Hopeful for Deal with Iran

"We hope that an agreement can be reached" with Iran, says White House spokesperson Jay Carney.

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