Iran

Fatah Leaders Want to Ally with Iran

Leaders of Fatah, headed by Mahmoud Abbas, are reaching out to Iran as a strategic partner after recent talks between a top PA official and Iran.

Report: Iran Could Have Nuclear Bomb in One Year

Iran has the technology to create a nuclear weapon within a year, Western intelligence sources told the London Times.

Coastal Road Killer Returns, Calls to 'Restore Dignity'

Israel allows Coastal Road Massacre terrorist to enter Bethlehem, where he calls to “bring back the Fatah of the revolution.”

U.S. Updates Israel on (Theoretical) Iran Sanctions

U.S. diplomats outline the sanctions they may put on Iran, if at some unknown date it is decided that dialogue has failed.

Russia-Iran Naval Maneuvers Begin in Caspian Sea

Russia and Iran began joint naval maneuvers in the Caspian Sea for the first time this week.

Violence Explodes in Iran; Video Shows Shooting of Protestors

Military and riot police clubbed and arrested dozens of protestors Tuesday as demonstrators return to the streets of Iran.

Horrific Stories of Iranian Militia Tell of Murders, Stonings

Horrific stories are now being released of the crushing hand of Iran's state militia, used against citizens, especially women.

PA, Iran Hold Historic First Official Meeting

Senior PA official Saeb Erekat met with Iran's Manouchehr Mottaki in the first official high-level meeting in PA history.

‘Iran Can Produce a Nuclear Bomb in 6 Months’

Iran can produce a nuclear bomb within six months, according to a German Intelligence Agency source. The agency has issued a denial.

Sarkozy: Israel Attack on Iran 'Absolute Catastrophe'

French President Nicolas Sarkozy warned against an Israeli attack on Iran's nuclear facilites, calling it an 'absolute catastrophe' for the world.

G-8 Leaders Give Iran a September Deadline

French President Nicolas Sarkozy, speaking for leaders at the G-8 conference, gave Iran a September deadline to begin talks on its nuclear program.

Clinton: US to Call for Stricter Iran Sanctions If Talks Fail

The United States will call for stricter sanctions on Iran if diplomacy fails, says Clinton. Mullen: Iranian bomb would be “very destabilizing.”

US Jewish Leaders to Protest for Tough Sanctions on Iran

Major American Jewish groups plan a “fly-in” in September to press Congress to stiffen sanctions against Iran. “It is too late to do nothing.”

Obama 'Red Lights' Israeli Attack on Iran

Obama says "absolutely not" to Israeli attack on Iran. Israeli sources close to PM say they fear a request to attack Iran would be denied by US.

Iran 'Ready to Respond' to Israeli Attack

An Iranian official said that his country is ready to take “real and decisive” action in response to an Israeli attack on its nuclear facilities.

Saudis Would Allow Israel to Attack Iran

Saudi Arabia would turn the other cheek and allow Israel to use its airspace to attack Iran, according to Mossad chief Meir Dagan.

John Bolton: Israeli Attack is Only ‘Iranian Option’

The only way to stop Iran from obtaining a nuclear bomb is for Israel to attack, ex-American UN envoy John Bolton writes in The Washington Post.

Ahmadinejad: Obama Has Removed His Mask

Ahmadinejad said Obama “has removed his mask” to show America’s real face. Iranian police have nearly silenced protests. Hundreds “disappeared.”

Ahmadinejad Rejects Obama’s Rhetoric, Warns of Crushing Response

Ahmadinejad warned Obama that his criticism could lead to a “crushing” response. Reformist candidate Mousavi continued to call for new elections.

70 Academics 'Disappear' in Iran Crackdown on Dissidents

Iranian government forces continued their crackdown with the arrest of 70 academics who met Wednesday with challenger Mir Hossein Mousavi.

Is Mousavi Worse for Israel? Israeli Experts are Divided

While some Israeli experts think that Israel is better off with Ahmadinejad as Iran’s leader, others think Mousavi may effect real policy change.

Mousavi Calls for 'Sea of Green' as Govt Clamps Down

Iranian presidential challenger Mir Hossein Mousavi calls for the "largest March of Sea of Green" this Thursday. The government cracks down harder.

Iranian Diary: Police Load Protestors in Frozen Meat Van

An Iranian protestor reveals a surreal scene, ranging from the Keystone Cops to brutality. “To live or to just be alive, that’s the question.”

Netanyahu: N-Bomb for Iran not Just a ‘Status Symbol’

Netanyahu said Iran wants nuke power not just for a “status symbol.” He told NBC’s Meet the Press that Iran will be stopped, one way or the other.

Peres Applauds Iranian Protestors, Obama Remains Neutral

President Shimon Peres praised Iranian protestors while President Obama faces criticism at home for being “too careful.”

US Has ‘No Preference’ Whether Ahmadinejad Wins or Loses

‘Would the US prefer an Iranian president not out to wipe Israel off the map? The State Dept. said it has “no preferences” in Friday’s vote.

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