Iran

Obama: 'Electronic Curtain' Has Fallen Over Iran

Obama: despite sanctions, the U.S. is issuing new guidelines to make it easier to provide services to Iranian people.

Iranian Spy Deported from US to Tehran - Swapped for Hikers?

The United States has deported a convicted Iranian spy back to Tehran in a possible unspoken swap deal. Israel's Pollard is still in prison.

Fatah Blames Iran for Failure of Unity with Hamas

Fatah spokesman clams Iran paid Hamas to back out of implementing the reconciliation deal between the two factions.

US Exempting Japan, 10 EU Countries on Iran

US president Barack Obama will exempt Japan and 10 EU states from banking sanctions, allowing trade with Iran.

Russia Fears 'Nuclear Arms Race'

Moscow claims a military strike on Iran's nuclear facilities would prompt Tehran to build nuclear bombs and set off a regional arms race.

Obama: US Will Breach Iran’s ‘Electronic Curtain’

US president Barack Obama charged Tehran with violating its citizens freedom and vowed tear down Iran's 'electronic curtain'

Khamenei: Iran Will Resist All Pressure

Iran's supreme leader says the Islamic Republic has - and will - resist all pressure on its nuclear program ahead of scheduled nuclear talks

Pentagon Fears 'Regional War'

US officials are concerned that an Israeli strike on Iran could result in regional war and hundreds of US casualties, after Pentagon games

Sinking Ahmadinejad Slams 'Blind Support for Israel'

Floundering Iranian leader Mahmoud Ahmadinejad returned to his tried-and-true mantra of castigating Israel, decrying 'Western hegemony.'

Peres to Iran: If You Bomb, Nobody Will Bomb You Back?

President Shimon Peres extended Iran warm greetings for the Persian new year – and a fateful choice.

Iran to West: Respect Nuclear Program or Suffer 'Losses'

Iranian lawmaker warns Western countries of “losses” they will sustain unless they respect Iran’s nuclear capabilities.

‘SWIFT’ Reaction: Iran May Block Oil Exports

Iran may block oil exports a threatened the world’s economies as a reaction to new sanctions, says its former intelligence minister.

Looming Fate of the Iranian Jewish Community

Iranian Jews who emigrated to Israel worry that an Israeli attack could expose friends and family in Islamic Republic to grave retaliation.

Iran Offers 'Permanent Human Monitoring'

As renewed nuclear talks resume, Iran has signaled it would accept monitoring in exchange for 'assistance,' backs away from Israel threats

Cameron: Iran Strike Not Justified – Yet

UK prime minister David Cameron says he believes sanctions need more time before an Israeli strike on Iran's nuclear program is justified

Iran Behind 'Global March to Jerusalem', Say Experts

Intelligence and Terrorism Information Center presents proof that Iran is behind the Global March to Jerusalem on March 30.

Hamas Leader in Iran: Our Resistance Won't Change

Hamas leader al-Zahar visits Iran, says the “principles and strategy of the Palestinian Islamic resistance will not change.”

Lieberman: Nuclear-Armed Iran a 'Global Threat'

Barnstorming Asia, FM Lieberman is telling all who will listen that Iran's nuclear weapons program isn't just a regional problem.

Warrant Issued for 3 Iranians in Delhi Blast Case

An Indian court is seeking the arrest of three Iranian nationals in connection to the 13 February bombing of an Israeli embassy car.

Iran Welcomes Nuclear Talks Amid Threats

One day after the US asked Russia to convey a warning to Iran over its nuclear program, Tehran has 'welcomed' the renewed dialogue.

Obama Warns Iran: Diplomatic Window 'Shrinking'

US president Barack Obama started beating his own drums of war as he warns Iran that the upcoming nuclear talks are the end of the road.

Russia Asked to Warn Iran of 'Last Chance'

The US has asked Russia to tell Iran that upcoming nuclear talks with the major powers are a 'last chance' to avoid a military strike.

Azerbaijan Arrests 22 in Plot to Attack US, Israeli Embassies

Azerbaijan said it arrested 22 citizens suspected of plotting on behalf of Iran to attack the American and Israel embassies in Baku.

Ahmadinejad in Hot Water at Home on Economy

Iran’s parliament grilled Ahmadinejad Wednesday on the ailing Iranian economy and charges of ignoring Islamic clerical leaders.

‘IDF Tested Gaza Terrorists before Attack on Iran’

Hizbullah and Hamas said IDF strikes on Gaza were a “test” of reactions in advance of an attack on Iran, a Lebanese newspaper reported.

Suspected Iranian Nuke Test Site Identified

An Iranian building suspected as a test site for nuclear explosions has been identified through satellite imagery by a Washington think tank

Video: Israel Tests Its Own Bunker Buster Bomb

Israel has developed and tested its own bunker buster bomb, described as “a very credible military option,” to use against Iran.

Report: Iran Implicated in Embassy Car Bombing

Delhi Police are expected to announce they have conclusively tied the February 13 bombing of an Israeli embassy car to Iran.

"Southern Terror Underscores Magnitude of the Iranian Threat"

PM Netanyahu met with Italian Defense Minister and emphasized the connection between the situation in the south and the Iranian threat.

Dagan: Israeli Strike on Iran Could Be "Stupidest Thing"

Dagan refused to comment on Mossad involvement in installing computer viruses on Iranian computer systems, assassinating nuclear scientists

PM Blames Iran for Gaza Rocket Fire

Attacks from Gaza “an Iranian problem,” Netanyahu says.

"You Don't Use a Neutron Generator to Make Popcorn"

Former Chief of Staff to PM Netanyahu: Iran's headed for nuclear weapons. Devastating sanctions are needed now.

Peres Praises Iran Sanctions Effort

President Shimon Peres praised the US-led sanctions on Iran, saying the US and Israel have identical plans about Tehran's nuclear program.

Khamenei Praises Obama's 'Wise' Foreign Policy

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was gracious in victory and praised President Barack Obama for bowing to his 'threats for threats' policy

Report: Obama Offered PM 'Package Deal' on Iran Attack

A report Thursday said that President Obama had agreed to look the other way on an Israeli attack on Iran, but only in 2013

Senior Hamas Leader Undecided on Attacking Israel Over Iran

Hamas official Mahmoud al-Zahar sends different signals when asked whether Hamas will attack Israel if it attacks Iran.

Netanyahu Seeks to Downplay US-Israel Policy Split

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu sought to downplay clearly diverging views on Iran between himself and US president Barack Obama

Israel Cautiously Welcomes Iran Nuclear Talks

Israeli officials say they are happy nuclear talks with Tehran are resuming, but stress a credible military option must be on the table.

Iran Running Scared, Censors Internet

Iran’s Ayatollah, the country’s supreme leader, orders an Internet supervising agency, a sign of fears of the opposition.

Delhi Bombing Suspect Remanded for Interrogation

Delhi police have 20 days to interrogate a suspect over possible 'foreign involvement' in the bombing of an Israeli diplomat's car.

Bolton: Obama's Policy on Iran Like Sleepwalking Past the Grave

Bolton: President Obama is unwilling or unable to size-up the threat of Iran obtaining nuclear weapons.

Indian National Arrested in Israeli Car Bomb Blast

New Delhi police have arrested an Indian national, allegedly working for Iran, for carrying out the car bomb blast that wounded an Israeli.

Hamas Won't Do Iran's Bidding During War with Israel

Hamas leadership says it will not launch rockets into Israel at Iran's request should a war break out after an Israeli strike in Iran.

Obama Comes Out Swinging at GOP on Iran

Barack Obama sought to paint his GOP rivals as foreign policy amateurs under a fusillade of criticism on his 'reticent' posture on Iran

Gingrich Vows to Replace Iran's Regime

GOP contender Newt Gingrich all but declared war on Iran's Mullahs during the AIPAC conference saying he would do away with their regime.

Sharansky: US Was Willing to Fight for Shared Vales

Sharansky: In Soviet Russia I sought comfort in knowing that the U.S. was willing to exert power in defending our shared vales.

Santorum: Obama Turned His Back on Israel

GOP hopeful Rick Santorum told AIPAC the US must demand Tehran dismantle its nuclear program or go in and do the job itself.

Panetta on Iran: 'We Will Act If We Have To'

US Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta told AIPAC the US would use military force to stop Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.

UN Security Council Resuming Nuclear Talks With Iran

Catherine Ashton says the five permanent members of the UN Security Council plus Germany will resume nuclear talks with Tehran

Iran to Allow IAEA Inspectors Access to Parchin

One day after Obama and Netanyahu discuss Iran, Tehran announced it will allow nuclear inspectors access to the Parchin site.

El Al to Move Flights to IDF Base If Iran Attacks: Report

Israel’s El Al airlines will move its flights to military bases in the event of a war with Iran, reports the Maariv newspaper. El Al denies.

Oil, U.S. Elections, May Put Brakes on an Iranian Strike

Obama may prefer to hold off an attack on Iran until after U.S. elections, but Netanyahu must have the 'grit' to attack if time runs out.

Netanyahu and Obama Discuss Book of Esther

Netanyahu draws a scriptural parallel between Israel's face-off with Iran and Purim for US President Barack Obama.

Iran Dismisses Death Sentence for 'CIA Spy'

Iran's highest court has said Arizona-born Amir Mirza Hekmati will not be put to death for espionage as ordered by a lower court

Netanyahu: Israel 'Master of Her Own Fate'

PM Binyamin Netanyahu told US President Barack Obama that Israel's right to defend itself would not take a back seat to US interests.

GCC Begins Shift Towards Union

The six-member GCC has begun formal talks to forge a diplomatic and military union that could share a border with Israel in the near future.

Iran’s Biggest Weapon – Oil – Protects Nuke Sites from Attack

A glance at financial markets shows the biggest obstacle to a US green light to stop Iran’s nuclear project is fear of higher oil prices.

Naftali Bennett on Obama's Speech: Need Action, not Words

Netanyahu's former chief of staff, Naftali Bennett: We need paralyzing sanctions against Iran, right now.

Young Israel Urges Netanyahu: Ask GOP Candidates About Iran

The leadership of the Young Israel movement is urging Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu to ask GOP candidates about their stance on Iran.

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