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News, features and updates on Iran, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), The Nuclear Threat, The Nuclear Deal, Hassan Rouhani, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and more

Lieberman Makes it Clear: ‘No to Oslo Illusion and Fantasy'

Foreign Minister Lieberman told Israeli diplomats to make it clear to the world: Oslo was an illusion. On Syria, "Forget about indirect talks."

Iranian Police Kill 15 during Muslim Holy Day Protests

Fifteen opponents to Ahmadinejad were killed Sunday during a Muslim holy day rally. A relative of opposition leader Moussavi was among the dead.

Iran, not Israel, is Arabs’ Worst Enemy, Survey Reveals

Iran’s nuclear threat has replaced Israel as the Arab world’s public enemy number 1, according to a survey of the Arab world.

Secret Documents Reveal Iran’s 'Smoking Gun’ for Nuclear Bomb

Secret documents revealed by the London Times reveal that Iran is closer than ever to a nuclear bomb. "It’s too late for diplomatic solution.”

Has Iran's Supreme Leader Disappeared?

According to an unnamed underground activist, Iran's Supreme Leader has been "taken to a secret place... the mullahs are scared."

Iranian Dissidents: 'The Entire Regime is Our Goal'

Iranian dissidents told Israel National News that, even under the heavy blows of police and militia, protesters still called for regime overthrow.

Report: Fuel Supplier Cutting Off Iran on Behalf of Israel

A Swiss trading company has accepted Israeli pressure to reduce gasoline supplies to Iran, according to an intelligence newsletter.

Olmert: Obama Erred on Iran and Building Freeze

Obama made the wrong moves in pushing for a building freeze and in being too soft on Iran, Ehud Olmert said. On Abbas: No sense in negotiating

Iranians Killed in Syrian Bus Blast

A huge bus blast in a crowded suburb of Damascus killed and wounded dozens of Iranians Thursday morning in an apparent terrorist attack.

Iran’s New Anti-Israel Ally: French Comedian Dieudonne

Iran has a new ally in Holocaust-mocking and attacking Israel: French comic-politician Dieudonne, whom it is helping to make an anti-Israel film.

Iran Flouts West With Plans to Build 10 New Uranium Plants

Iran staged a counter offensive against Western threats of sanctions and announced it will build 10 more uranium enrichment plants.

Rare Global Unity Against Iranian Nuclear Program

Russia and China have joined up with the United States, Britain, France, and Germany in preparing a resolution critical of Iran's nuclear program.

Arab-Linked US Ring Tried to Smuggle Weapons to Israel’s Enemies

US investigators busted a ing of six men, most of whom had Islamic names, for allegedly trying to smuggle arms to Iran or Syria.

Conclusive Evidence Proves Iran Missiles on Weapons Ship

Examinations of weapons found on the ship that Israel stopped on the high seas two weeks ago offer conclusive evidence Iran was the source.

Israel Warns IDF Ready to Roll Against Iran

Israel's warnings that it will not tolerate the existential threat of a nuclear Iran should be taken seriously, says Deputy FM Danny Ayalon.

Netanyahu Challenges UN on Weapons Ship

PM Netanyahu calls weapons ship to Iran a “war crime,” chides UN for failure to respond.

Ship Carrying Iranian Terrorist Arms - Released

The ship captured on Tuesday on which was found a very large Iranian terrorist weapons shipment has been released from the Ashdod port.

Iran's History of Weapons Smuggling

Tuesday's interception of a terrorist weapons ship near Cyprus is just another in a long series of similar attempted deliveries in recent years.

US Generals Flood Israel for Exercise against ‘Specific Threats'

No one mentioned the word “Iran,” but by all accounts, a high-level US-Israeli joint exercise is aimed at being ready to attack – if necessary.

Netanyahu Praises Obama on Iran

PM Netanyahu thanks U.S. President Obama for his stance on Iran in a meeting with envoy George Mitchell.

New Turkish Envoy: Israel Must Understand Ankara's Mideast Role

Turkey's new ambassador to Israel says relations with the Jewish State are important, but Israelis must understand Ankara's role in the Arab world.

Turkish PM: Iran is Our Friend

Turkish PM Erdogan says Ahmadinejad is his friend, and accuses Israel of threatening nuclear war on Gaza. Israeli flags burn in Istanbul.

A ‘Cold War’ against a Nuclear Iran

Western ‘cold war’ tactics are an alternative weapon against a nuclear Iran: Scientists are missing; daughter of Iran’s media advisor has defected.

Iran, IAEA and West Meet on Nukes

Iranian negotiators meet with Western officials Monday in Vienna to discuss a compromise to slow down its nuclear development activities.

Turkey Tightens Syrian-Iranian Axis after Snubbing Israel

Turkey, which has close ties with Iran, is conducting military drills with Syria after snubbing Israel. Friendship with Israel may be at an end.

CIA: We Knew About 'Secret' Iranian Plant for Years

CIA Director Leon Panetta says the United States knew about the “secret” Iranian nuclear plant near Qom for years.

US Poll: Support for Military Option against Iran 'If Necessary'

Official says United States may apply 'strengthened sanctions' against Iran. Poll: majority of US public supports military option if necessary.

UN Nuclear Watchdog Chief: Israel ‘Dangerous Threat’

The UN nuclear watchdog, who has been trying to coax Iran to allow inspection of its facilities, took aim at Israel’s “threat to the Mideast.”

Iran Avoids Nuclear Talks at Geneva Meeting

Iranian leaders avoid talking about nuclear program in meeting with Western powers, but agree to continue meeting – while pushing off sanctions.

Iran Tests Advanced Missiles, Threatens Israel

Iran tested advanced missiles Monday after two days of war games, and threatened Israel on state television.

Yom Kippur in Iran: War Games and Missile Drill

Iran will conduct war games and fire missiles that can hit Israel while Jews are praying on Yom Kippur. Lieberman: “Overthrow the mad regime.”

Bibi Addresses General Assembly, Takes on Iran, UN

Prime Minister Netanyahu addresses the UN, slams UN's Gaza report. “Will you accept this farce?” he asks.

Netanyahu: Iran is a Weakling

One day after Ahmadinejad threatened “to cut off the hands” of anyone who attacks it, Netanyahu mocked the Islamic Republic regime as a weakling.

Iranian Plane Crashes as Ahmadinejad Threatens Israel and US

An Iranian plane crashed during a military show as Ahmadinejad goaded Israel and the US, warning that Iran can “cut off your hands" if attacked.

Burning Khomeini in Iran: Exclusive Report from Iranian Activist

More reports of dramatic anti-regime protests throughout Iran this past weekend. Two Iranian pro-democracy activists provide analysis.

Barak Flip-Flops on Iran and Outposts: Tehran not Urgent Threat

Labor party chairman Ehud Barak, who after the election vowed to sit in the Opposition, also has changed his positions on Iran and outposts.

Peres May Have Arranged Russian-US Deal on Missiles and Iran

Peres emerges as a key in Obama’s ditching a planned defense shield system in Poland. One theory: Russia agreed to back sanctions against Iran.

Zbig Brzezinski: Shoot Down Israeli Planes if They Attack Iran

Former Carter security advisor and Obama backer Zbig Brzezinski has urged Obama to shoot at Israeli planes if they attack Iran.

Ahmadinejad: No Nuclear Weapons—Yet

Iran’s President Ahmadinejad said that while Iran would never stop its nuclear program it won’t produce nuclear weapons – at least for now.

American 'Peace Now' Opposes Iran Sanctions

The American chapter of Peace Now has slammed a move to pressure Iran to halt nuclear activity by imposing further sanctions.

Report: Bibi Took Secret Trip to Moscow

PM Netanyahu's disappearance Monday was the result of a secret trip to Moscow, according to latest reports.

US Admits Iran near ‘Breakout Point’ for Nuclear Bomb

The United States has confirmed long-time Israeli intelligence reports that Iran is close to achieving the ability to produce a nuclear bomb.

US Defense Sec’y Gates to Arabs: Stock Arms to Threaten Iran

US Defense Secretary Gates told Al Jazeera the Arab world should stock up on weapons as a way to pressure Iran to back off its nuclear program.

US Foils Plot to Supply Fighter Jet Parts to Iran

A Belgian national and resident of France was arrested for an alleged plot to illegally export F-5 fighter jet engines from the US to Iran.

Intelligence Expert: Iran was Behind Plot to Kill IDF Chief

Former head of the Arab Bureau at the Shin Bet, Peri Golan, says Iran was behind a plot to kill IDF Chief of Staff Gabi Ashkenazi.

Report: Iran to Arm Lebanon

Lebanese media outlets report that Iran will provide Lebanon with weapons, including advanced anti-aircraft systems.

Israel Suspected of Stopping Russian Arms for Iran

Suspicions mount that the "pirates” arrested by Russia were Israeli secret agents trying to stop a shipment of missiles to Iran.

Iranian Media: Iran Ready to Negotiate

Iran's state television says leaders are ready to negotiate with the West over the Iranian nuclear program.

NATO Increasing its Watch on Iran

The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) is increasing its vigilance as the Islamic Republic continues its drive toward nuclear capability.

Arab Nation Seizes N. Korean Arms Headed for Iran

The Dubai-based UAE has seized a ship carrying RPGs and ammunition to Iran, the first time a country has acted on UN sanctions against Korea.

Israel: UN Report Covers Up Iran’s Nuclear Ambitions

Israel lambasted the latest UN report on Iran’s nuclear activity as being too soft. Iran praised it as proof that its intentions are peaceful.

Report: Obama Will Get Tough on Iran if Israel Falls in Line

Obama will promise to be tougher on Iran if Israel agrees to his demands to stop building for Jews, the London Guardian reported Wednesday.

Israel Suspected of Hijacking Russian Ship with Arms for Iran

Israel’s Mossad secret service may have been behind the hijacking of a Russian ship with modern weapons headed for Iran.

Barak: Iran's Appoint. of Terrorist Shows Its True Colors

Defense Minister Barak: Ahmadinejad's decision to appoint an arch terrorist as Iran's Defense Minister shows Iran's true colors.

Ban Lifted, UN Inspectors Tour Iranian Reactor

Iran has lifted a ban and allowed United Nations investigators to visit a nearly complete nuclear reactor.

Assad, Ahmadinejad 'On the Same Front'

Syrian President Assad visits Ahmadinejad in Iran, calls to continue cooperation, denounces “foreign intervention.”

‘UN Hides Evidence of Iran’s Nuke Program’

The UN nuclear watchdog is withholding data on Iran's attempts to obtain nuclear arms, Western sources said.

Bunker Buster Turning Iranian Threat into James Bond Thriller

US plans for a monstrous bunker buster bomb that can hit underground nuclear facilities is turning the Iranian threat into a James Bond thriller.

UN Congratulates Ahmadinejad Over Disputed Election

The United Nations congratulates Ahmadinejad over winning his country's disputed elections. Hundreds dead, wounded in protests.

Ahmadinejad Sworn In for Second Term as President of Iran

Incumbent President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad took the oath of office Wednesday, begining a second term as the leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran.