Iran

Turkey Informs UN It Seized Iranian Arms Shipment

Turkey says it seized an Iranian arms shipment in accordance with UN sanctions. One of three seizures of Iranian arms in as many weeks.

Bahrain: Hizbullah a Terrorist Group

Bahraini Foreign Minister Shaikh Khalid Bin Ahmad Al Khalifa tells Al-Hayat Hizbullah is a terrorist group who sent provocateurs to Bahrain.

Deputy PM Yaalon: "Skullcaps are a Non-Issue"

Deputy PM and Strategic Affairs Minister Moshe Yaalon said the preoccupation with new appointees' religiousness is wrong.

Qatar Seizes Iranian Boats Carrying Weapons

In the Gulf of Bahrain, Qatar seizes two Iranian boats carrying weapons to an undisclosed destination.

Rabbi Elon: Do Not Think You'll Be Safe in the King's Palace

In a video speech released in conjunction with the Purim holiday, Rabbi Benny Elon warns that Grand Ayatolla Ali Khameini is modern Israel's Haman.

Public Megillah Reading at UN Iranian Mission

Jews will read the Book of Esther at the Iranian Mission to the UN on Purim, highlighting the threat to Israel posed by a present-day Haman.

Iran's Arming of Afghan Insurgents Hits Lethal Level

Although Iran's aid to anti-American Muslim insurgents was known, accusations now have been made on a senior level due to an escalation to rockets.

US: Missing FBI Agent Alive in Iran

The U.S. is demanding that Iran release FBI agent Robert Levinson, who officials allege is still alive after his disappearance four years ago.

Iranian Human Rights Abuses Against Women Spotlighted Near UN

Human rights organization Iran180 highlights Iranian abuses of women in a graphic display across the street from the United Nations.

Iran Adopts Bill Clinton's 'New Middle East' Phrase

Bill Clinton may get what he wished for. He envisioned a ‘new Middle East.’ So does Iran, which says the Islamic Republic will be its axis.

Uprising Returns to Iran; Fate of Opposition Leaders Unknown

Iranian riot police fired tear gas at protesters Tuesday evening as the fate of opposition leaders remains unknown. Iran denies they were jailed.

Iran Threatens Olympics Boycott over 'Zion' Logo

Iranian leaders say the London 2012 Olympics logo resembles the word “Zion,” and threaten to boycott the event.

Report: Iran Arrests and Jails Opposition Leaders

Reports from Iran: the two major opposition leaders have been arrested and jailed. Iran denied the report. More protests called for Tuesday.

Iran Forced to Remove Fuel from Bushehr Reactor

Citing "safety reasons," Iran confirms it is forced to remove fuel from the core of the Bushehr nuclear reactor, further delaying its startup.

Germany Pays Iran's Price to Secure Reporters' Release

To ransom two German journalists the German Foreign Minister gives Ahemedinejad face time.

Hizbullah Army Help Iran Suppress Massive Rallies

More than 1,000 Hizbullah terrorist army fighters join Iranian police to crush wide-scale protests. At least two dead. Foreign journalists barred.

Egypt Denies Iranian Ships Passed Through Suez Canal

Egyptian officials at the Suez Canal deny an Iranian claim that two of its warships have already crossed and have headed into the Mediterranean.

Expert: Revolution in Iran is Possible

Iran expert Dr. Eldad Pardo tells Arutz Sheva that he is optimistic that the current riots in Iran could lead to a regime change.

Iranian Lawmakers Call for Opposition Leaders' Execution

Iranian lawmakers have called for the execution of two oppoition leaders who called for demonstrations in Tehran's Adazi Square on Monday

Obama Calls for Freedom in Iran

Obama supports Iranian protesters, Iranian MPs call to kill opposition leaders.

Hoenlein: U.S.-Israel Relations Are Very Strong

Malcolm Hoenlein of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations speaks to INN TV during his visit to Israel.

Report: 'Iran Hanging One Person Every 12 hours'

The Teheran regime has hanged 66 individuals since the end of 2010, according to France 24 International News.

Israel: Will Germany Uphold the Spirit of Sanctions on Iran?

Business Uber Alles? As Merkel visits, Benjamin Weinthal accuses Germany of playing a double game on Iran; the accusations are not new,

Iran Uses Ron Arad Website to Hunt 'Israeli Spies'

Iran is using the Born to Freedom Foundation website to trap people into being arrested as spies for Israel.

Yad Vashem Presents: Holocaust Videos for the Iranian Audience

Yad Vashem launches new YouTube channel in the Farsi language, aims at educating Iranians about what happened during the Holocaust.

Canada to Screen 'Iranium' Despite Threats

Library and Archives of Canada, which cancelled January 18 screening, will screen the film in February, promoters say.

Iran Bans Women from Live Soccer at Movie Theaters

Iran has banned women – and families – from attending broadcasts of live soccer matches at public movie theaters.

Tony Blair: West May Need to Go to War Against Iran

Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair said Friday that the West needed to prepare for a possible war with Iran.

Iran: We're 'Insured' on Nuclear Development

Iran said Thursday that it would be able to continue its uranium enrichment even in the event of an attack on its nuclear facilities.

Netanyahu: Iran Has Been Unmasked

PM addresses international press at annual conference, says military option against Iran should remain on the table and that Israel wants peace.

Iran to Sue Israel over ‘Crimes’ against Nuke Scientists

Iran plans to sue Israel in international bodies for “crimes” against its nuclear scientists as it claims the arrest of a Zionist spy ring.

Iranian Threats of Revenge for Mordechai's 'Purim Massacre'

More than 2,000 years after Jews under Mordechai routed ancient Persians, modern Iranians threaten to damage Mordechai's tomb.

Navy Readies for its New Submarines

More soldiers, officers to be trained for submarine posts as Navy readies for two German-made subs.

WikiLeaks: Israelis Race Iranian Missiles: 12 minutes to Safety

According to a WikiLeaks document, missiles stockpiled in the Iranian arsenal would leave Israelis with 12 minutes to reach safety.

New Exhibition - The Story of Iran and the Jews

Join a visit to a new unique and in-depth exhibition which presents, for the first time, the legacy of almost 3,000 of Iranian Jewry.

Southern Iran Struck by 5.4-Magnitude Earthquake, 16 Injured

At least 16 people were hurt in an earthquake that struck southern Iran Wednesday in a region that is home to a uranium ore purification facility.

EU Likely to Decline Ahmadinejad’s ‘Magical Mystery Tour’

Ahmadinejad invites European powers to tour nuke sites. EU likely to decline. US: “We’re just crushed” by exclusion from “magical mystery tour.”

A Boast or a Bluff? US Denies Iran Downed Drones

The US has flatly denied an Iranian boast that it downed American drones. Regardless, downing a few drones would not affect Western capabilities.

WikiLeaks: Ahmadinejad Wanted Fuel Swap Deal

U.S. diplomatic cables released by WikiLeaks reveal that Iranian President Ahmadinejad is facing internal challenges from even harder hard-liners.

Iran Claims It Shot Down Western Spy Drones

Iran has downed several Western spy drones, including two over the Persian Gulf, according to the Islamic Republic’s semi-official media.

Iran: 'Harry Potter a Zionist Plot to Promote Devil Worship'

If you thought the Harry Potter series was an innocent children's fantasy story, you're wrong, Iran says; it's actually part of a 'Zionist plot.'

Economic Woes May Spur Ahmadinejad’s Downfall

Colossal hikes in Iran may throw its troubled economy into chaos and spur renewed street protests. Police arrest economist for opposing policies.

Iran Hangs One of Seven Suspected Spies for Israel

Iran has hanged one of seven suspected spies for Israel and sentenced a second unidentified man to death for “counter revolutionary activities.”

U.S. Imposes New Sanctions on Iran

Five Iranian companies added to U.S. financial blacklist as more sanctions are imposed on the Islamic Republic.

Russian Gas Firm Trying to Invest in Israel and Iran

Can a company invest in Israel and Iran at the same time? Russia’ Gazprom, which is eyeing Israeli gas fields, defies sanctions and works in Iran.

Two Suicide Bomb Attacks Kill 38 in Iran

Two suicide attacks killed at least 38 people and injured dozens of others in the southeastern coastal Iranian city of Chabahar.

New Efforts to Bring Iran’s ‘Wealthy Jewish Hostages’ to Israel

Nearly 76,000 Iranian Jews have moved to Israel, and government officials want the remaining 25,000 to follow. Many are "comfortable hostages.”

Iranian Foreign Minister Fired, No Explanation from Ahmadinejad

Iranian Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki was summarily fired Monday after 5 years. President Ahmadinejad gave no reason for the change.

Navy Chief Hints: Secret Ops against Iran-led 'Axis of Evil'

Maj-Gen Marom: 'Navy has had to stretch its limbs to very distant theaters of operations to fight Axis of Evil led by Iran.'

Ahmadinejad Admits Virus Damaged Centrifuges

The enemies 'did a bad thing,' Iranian president says, but claims Iranian experts have fixed the problems.

Car Bombs in Iran Kill Nuclear Scientist

Two explosions kill a nuclear scientist and seriously wounded another. Both worked on the nuclear program. Iran blames the US and “Zionists.”

Iran Foils 'Counter-Revolutionary Hijacking' on Syria Flight

Iran reports a 'counter-revolutionary' hijack attempt on a Syria-bound flight carrying Iranian MPs.

Iranian Nuclear Plant is Powering Up

The first Iranian nuclear power plant is powering up and is expected to be able to provide electricity to the nation's cities within a month.

Iran May Back Off Stoning Woman to Death

In Time For UN's End Violence Against Women Day: Head of Iran’s human rights council says Sakineh Mohammadi Ashtiani might not be stoned to death..

Iran's Parliament Planned to Oust Ahmadinejad

Four members of Tehran's parliament launched a petition to hold a debate on Ahmadinejad's impeachment, conservative Iranian newspapers reported.

Gambia Cuts Ties with Iran, Expels Iranian Diplomats

The tiny African nation of Gambia has cut all ties with Iran and given its diplomats 48 hours to leave.

Stuxnet Virus 'Warheads" Could Knock Out Iran's Utility Systems

The Stuxnet virus that has apparently - for now - brought down Iran's nuclear enrichment project, could bring down a lot more, say experts.

Iran Suspends Nuclear Enrichment; Stuxnet Virus Suspected

Thousands of Iranian centrifuges enriching uranium have been shut down, AP reports. Stuxnet computer virus may be the reason

Outgoing MI Chief: in Next War, Tel Aviv is Front Line

Maj.-Gen. Amos Yadlin departs with a warning: our enemies are getting stronger and arming themselves.

Iran Rolls out the Rhetoric in ‘Defense Drill' against Zionists

Iran’s “Guardian of the Islamic Skies” massive defense drill features new weapons and rhetoric warning the "Zionist regime” not to dare attack.

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