Iran

Jewish Woman Murdered in Isfahan by Muslim Extremists

A Jewish woman was murdered in Isfahan by Muslim extremists intent on taking away her home to expand a mosque next door.

Iran Criticizes UN for Condemning its Human Rights Record

Iran criticzes a UN committee for passing a resolution condemning its human rights record, says the West uses the issue for political gain.

Egypt Stops Libyan Arms Shipment to Gaza

Egypt has intercepted two weapons shipments to Gaza in less than a week. Three smugglers were arrested Tuesday.

Iranian Hackers Break Into IAEA Systems

Iranian hackers break into the computer systems of the International Atomic Energy Agency, publish confidential material.

UN Condemns Iran and Syria for Human Rights Abuses

A key United Nations committee passes non-binding resolutions condemning human rights abuses by Iran, Syria and North Korea.

Spanish Company Denies Trading With Iran

ONA Electroerosion denied having any part in the growing scandal. The company said that any exports made were perfectly legal

Report: Iran Building Powerful Nuclear Device

Iran is planning to build a nuclear bomb with at least triple the force of the bomb that destroyed Hiroshima in World War II, diagrams show

Hamas Manufactures Longer-Range M75 Missiles

The recent Pillar of Defense counter terror operation revealed much new information. Hamas manufactures longer-range M75 missiles.

Iran, Syria, Russia Fight NATO Missiles on Turkish-Syrian Border

Iran is fighting the placement of Patriot defense missiles along the Turkish-Syrian border. So are Syria and Russia.

US: Nuke-Free Mideast Conference Cancelled

The U.S. announced that a conference on a Middle East free of weapons of mass destruction has been cancelled.

Muslim Cleric in Gaza: Sin to Violate Truce with Israel

An Islamic cleric in Gaza has issued a religious edict declaring it a sin to violate the truce arranged last week between Israel and Hamas.

Iran Formally Accuses US of 'Illegal and Provocative Acts'

Iran has filed formal accusations against the U.S., accusing it of carrying out "illegal and provocative acts."

Smuggling Threatens Ceasefire

Iran Loads Ship with More Missiles for Hamas

Iran has loaded a ship with more missiles for Hamas in Gaza. Israel: We will destroy any attempt to smuggle weapons.

Iran Tries to Choke Israel with Free Oil Offer to Jordan

Iran is trying to surround Israel on three sides with its “axis of evil” by offering free oil to Jordan.

Ahmadinejad Congratulates Hamas on its 'Victory'

Iran's President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad congratulates Hamas's prime ministeron a "great victory" over Israel.

Iran: Israeli Ceasefire a Sign of Weakness

Iranian leaders say ceasefire shows Israel is weak. Hamas tells Gaza Arabs ‘We won.’

Iranian Parliament Ordered to Abandon Ahmadinejad Probe

The Iranian parliament has been ordered to drop its probe of President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, IRNA reported Wednesday.

US Navy to Briefly Reduce Carriers in Persian Gulf

The U.S. aircraft carrier presence in the Persian Gulf will temporarily decline due to unexpected repairs and unusual maintenance problems.

France: 'US Launched Flame Cyber Attack on Sarkozy's Office'

A French news magazine has accused the U.S. of using Israeli spy software to hack into office of former French president Nicolas Sarkozy.

Iran Confirms: 'We Are Proud to Defend Hamas' Militarily

Iran has confirmed that it has sent financial and military aid to Hamas terrorists based in the Gaza Strip.

1,408 Missiles in 8 Days Fired by Gaza at Israel

As the 8-day holiday of Hanukkah approaches, Israel marks the eighth day of Operation Pillar of Defense by counting the missiles fired.

Iran Is Out of Its Mind, Says Peres

President Peres said Iran is “out of its mind" for encouraging missile attacks rather than ceasefire negotiations.

Podcast: Moshe Ya'alon Explains Iranian Nuclear Red Line

"They already have a delivery system and 400 missiles ready for nuclear warheads," said Ya'alon in an exclusive audio interview.

Israel's Better PR Position

Analysis: Israel Doing Better in PR Sphere than in Other Wars

Analysis: Israel is encountering a more favorable information climate than in previous wars.

Iran Condemns 'Barbaric Offensive' in Gaza

Iran's Foreign Minister calls on the UN and the EU to halt what he calls Israel's "barbaric offensive” in Gaza.

Sanctions Have Not Slowed Down Iran's Nuclear Race, Says IAEA

Sanctions? What sanctions? A UN report confirms what Israel said for months: sanctions do not slow Iran’s nuke program.

Iran Launches Massive 'Velayat-4' Air Defense Drills

Iran launched massive air defense drills across half the country on Monday.

Obama Renews 33-Year-Old State of Emergency Against Iran

Obama renewed America's 33-year-old state of emergency, first announced by President Carter following '79 Islamic Revolution

IAEA to Meet Iran Again in December

The UN atomic agency says it will hold in December its first talks with Iran since August over Tehran's nuclear program.

After Visit, Peres Hails Russia on 'Determined' Stance on Iran

Shimon Peres on Friday hailed a "determined" stance from Russia on Iran's nuclear program and said Moscow's position was close to Israel's.

Ahmadinejad: Having Nuclear Bombs is 'Retarded'

"Those who are stockpiling nuclear weapons are mentally retarded," claims the Iranian president during a visit to Bali.

Iran Report: Obama Even More Flexible than Europe

Iranian intelligence report: Obama's views on a nuclear Iran are 'completely different' from Israel, Republicans.

After Election, Iran Problem Presses on Obama

Iran, in a new challenge to the reelected President Obama, said it was willing to speak about nuclear issues anytime, anywhere

US Drops Terror Sanctions Against Hamas-Linked American Citizen

The U.S. dropped its sanctions against the only resident American citizen believed to be labeled a “specially designated terrorist."

Iran Claims to be Testing Latest Drone

Iranian experts have succeeded in building a vertical take-off and landing drone which will be unveiled in the coming months.

Argentine Jews ask for Details on Iran Attack

Representatives of Argentina's Jewish community are seeking information on the 1994 community center bombing

Iran Denies it Agreed to Limited Enrichment Program

In a statement, Iran said that it was going full-force forward with its program to enrich uranium to a level of 20%.

Sudanese VP Says Country Stands with Hamas, Doesn't Fear Israel

The vice-president of Sudan announced Sunday that his country does not fear Israel and will stand by the Islamist Hamas movement.

Report: Iran Suspends 20% Uranium Enrichment

Iran has suspended uranium enrichment in order to have Western-imposed sanctions lifted, reports Al Arabiya.

Iran Completing its Nuclear Activities, Says Atomic Official

Head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization says Iran is completing its nuclear activities despite “negative western media reports.”

Report: U.S., Israel Can't Count on Arab Support for Iran Strike

Arab countries want to see Iran contained, but they won't help in the effort, a report says

U.S. Monitoring Iran's Activities in Sudan

The United States says it is monitoring a visit by two Iranian warships to a Sudanese port this week.

Democratic Internet Campaign: 'Romney Has Ties to Iran'

Both US presidential candidates were slowed by Hurricane Sandy, but worked the Internet instead. Democrats claimed Romney has ties to Iran.

Sudan Military: Iran Naval Visit Reflects Strong Ties

The visit of two Iranian naval ships to Sudan reflects strong ties between the countries, according to Sudan's military.

Barak: Israel Almost Attacked Iran 8 Months Ago

Defense Minister Ehud Barak said that Israel almost attacked Iran eight months ago – but that the “moment of truth” was postponed

Lawmaker Warns of Link Between Hizbullah, Mexican Cartels

A U.S. lawmaker is warning that the federal government is ignoring a growing Hizbullah presence in Mexico.

Rep. Israel Proposes Resolution Calling for Ahmadinejad's Arrest

Rep. Steve Israel (D-N.Y.) has proposed a resolution calling for the arrest and prosecution of Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.

Iranian Official Touts Tehran's Help to Sudan

As Iranian ships docked at a port in Sudan on Monday, an Iranian official said that Tehran had transferred manpower and technology to Sudan.

Sudan Denies Iran Role in Arms Factory

Sudan denies Iranian involvement in an arms factory targeted in a missile strike as the site catches fire a second time.

Iranian Navy Sends 2 Ships to Sudanese Port

Iran has sent two navy vessels to a Sudanese port five days after a weapons factory was destroyed in Khartoum.

Iran Has More Advanced UAVs, Claims its Defense Minister

Iranian Defense Minister Ahmad Vahidi says that the UAV that recently penetrated into Israel is not Iran’s most advanced.

Argentina, Iran to Discuss 1994 Bombing Again

Argentine and Iranian representatives will meet to discuss a 1994 bombing of a Jewish aid association in Buenos Aires.

Report: UK Denies US Access to Bases for Gulf Buildup

Britain rejected US requests to use military bases as part of build-up in Gulf, saying strike on Iran would violate international law,

Britain: Iran Strike Not Appropriate at the Moment

The British government reiterates that it does not believe military action against Iran would be appropriate at the moment.

Iran in Final Stages of Placing Centrifuges in Fordow

Western diplomats warn that Tehran is in its final stages of placing centrifuges in the underground uranium enrichment facility at Fordow.

EU Talks to Iran About Nuclear Negotiations

The EU, leading diplomatic efforts to resolve the dispute over Iran's nuclear program, has talked to Tehran to bring it up to date.

Ahmadinejad Once Again Barred from Visiting Tehran's Evin Prison

Iran’s judicial authorities have once again denied a request by President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad to visit Tehran’s Evin prison.

Signs of Turmoil in Iran: Ahmadinejad Turns Backers into Enemies

Bad sign for Ahmadinejad: Ayatollah’s representative tells him, “You are turning your supporters into your opponents.”

White House: Talks With Iran Certainly Possible

U.S. President Barack H. Obama could conceivably conduct talks with Iran, the White House said, although none were scheduled

Iran's Sanction Battle Plan: Halting Oil Exports Altogether

Iran struck back at Western sanctions against it, saying that if the sanctions continued it would stop producing oil altogether.