Iran

Report:

Israel prevented Iranian plane from landing in Damascus

An Iranian flight from Tehran to the Syrian capital had to turn around after threats by Israel which feared that it was carrying ammunition, together with its passengers.

To avoid sanctions:

Iran seeks new nuclear deal

After Tehran's offer to limit uranium enrichment to only 60% was rejected by the US and EU, Iranian's Deputy Foreign Minister is set to meet with European foreign ministers.

Iranians send bait to government ministers

An innocent message received by ministers with an invitation to a Chabad event in New York aroused their suspicions. Israeli security sources ascertained that it was sent by Iranians.

France, Germany, UK and US welcome IAEA resolution on Iran

Governments of France, Germany, the United Kingdom and the United States release statement welcoming IAEA Board of Governors’ adoption of a resolution calling Iran to cooperate with IAEA investigation.

Trump vs. Iran:

How will the new President handle the Iranian nuclear program?

Trump's appointments indicate that the U.S. will likely return to a policy of "maximum pressure" on Iran in an attempt to halt its nuclear program. Military action is also on the table.

After IAEA resolution

Iran to launch 'new and advanced' centrifuges

Iran announces plans to launch a "significant series of new and advanced" centrifuges in response to IAEA resolution which censured Tehran for what it described as a lack of cooperation.

US, European powers submit Iran censuring motion at IAEA

European powers and the United States introduce resolution censuring Iran for its insufficient cooperation on its nuclear program.

Iran's new proposal to avoid nuclear sanctions

IAEA chief calls proposal in which Iran would agree not to enrich uranium above 60% purity 'a step in the right direction.'

US warns Iraq: Israel may attack Shiite militias

Diplomatic attempts to prevent Israel from striking in Iraq following daily launches from that country towards Israel have been exhausted, Arab reports say.

IRGC general claims Israel 'defeated' militarily

US has suffered its greatest defeat since its founding, General Gholamreza Soleimani, commander of the IRGC's Basij paramilitary, says.

Iran offers to cap uranium stock if West abandons IAEA action

New IAEA documents show that Iran has proposed halting the expansion of its stockpile of uranium enriched to 60% purity on the condition that Western powers abandon efforts to pass a resolution condemning its lack of cooperation with the IAEA.

Sa'ar to Security Council:

'Take action against pro-Iranian militias in Iraq'

Foreign Minister urges UN Security Council to act to stop the activity of the pro-Iranian militias in Iraq, who have claimed UAV attacks on Israeli territory.

Over support for Russia

Britain sanctions Iran’s airline and shipping carrier

UK government freezes assets of Iran Air and the Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines (IRISL), after evidence emerged of Iran providing ballistic missiles to Russian forces.

Canada:

Iranian plot to kill Irwin Cotler foiled

Canada reportedly foils Iranian plot to kill former justice minister Irwin Cotler, 84, a human rights activist and critic of Iran.

Families of American October 7 victims sue Iran

The lawsuit, submitted to the US District Court in Washington, outlines Iran’s financial and logistical support for Hamas and other terrorist organizations dedicated to Israel’s destruction.

During trip to Iran

IAEA chief visits Fordow and Natanz nuclear facilities

IAEA chief Rafael Grossi, who visited Iran at the end of last week, reportedly toured the Natanz nuclear facility and the heavily fortified Fordow enrichment site.

'Fabricated story'

Iran denies its UN Ambassador met Musk

Iran's Foreign Ministry denies report of a meeting between the Iranian ambassador to the United Nations and Elon Musk.

Report:

Iran has secretly chosen the next Supreme Leader

Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of leader Ali Khamenei, will lead the Islamic state after the death of the critically ill father.

Israel destroyed top-secret nuclear research facility at Parchin

Israel destroyed 'sophisticated' research equipment, significantly damaged Iran's efforts to resume nuclear research, Axios reports, quoting officials.

Iranian officials to IAEA:

'Willing to discuss nuclear program, but no external pressure'

Iranian officials meet IAEA chief in Tehran, express openness to addressing concerns about nuclear program while maintaining stance against external pressure.

Minister Eli Cohen:

'We expect Trump to take a strong stance against Iran'

Energy Minister tells Reuters Israel expects the Trump administration to take a strong stance against Iran and its nuclear ambitions, potentially creating opportunity for additional peace agreements.

IRGC commander:

'The fate of Israel will be like that of the Jews of Khaybar '

Hossein Salami, the commander of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, threatened to destroy Israel like Muhammad's army did to the Jews in the 7th century.

IAEA chief arrives in Tehran to discuss nuclear program

IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi to meet Iranian officials to address various aspects of cooperation between the agency and Iran.

CIA official charged for leaking info on Israeli strike on Iran

Asif W. Rahman, who worked abroad for the CIA, was arrested by the FBI in Cambodia and charged with two counts of willful retention and transmission of national defense information.

Report: Iran to delay promised attack on Israel

Tehran decided to delay its attack on Israel until negotiations begin with US President-elect Donald Trump, Iranian sources tell Sky News Arabic.

Second day in a row:

US Army strikes pro-Iranian militias in Syria

CENTCOM says it conducted strikes against an Iranian-backed militia group's weapons storage facility in Syria in response to a rocket attack on US personnel.

Netanyahu to Iranian people:

'The thing Iran fears more than Israel is you'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in a direct message to the Iranian people: "There's one thing Khamenei’s regime fears more than Israel. ‏It’s you — the people of Iran. Don't lose hope."

Tehran building tunnel to hosital in case of Israeli attack

The project is one of the first defensive constructions undertaken in Iran's capitol as Israeli officials grow increasingly determined to carry out another direct attack against Iran.

Sa'ar:

'Establishment of Palestinian state today would be Hamas state'

Newly-appointed Foreign Minister delivers first briefing for foreign media, stresses preventing Iran from building a nuclear weapon is the highest priority.

Iran-Saudi relations

Saudi Arabia's military chief visits Tehran

Saudi Arabia's military chief Fayyad al-Ruwaili visits Tehran, holds discussions with Iran's top military commander, General Mohammad Bagheri.

Iranian nuclear program:

IAEA chief to visit Iran

International Atomic Energy Agency Director General Rafael Grossi says he will meet with Iranian officials to address various aspects of a March 2023 statement which outlines a framework for cooperation between the agency and Iran.

Iran concerned about Trump's return

Dr. Tamar Elam Gindin, an Iran scholar at the Azrieli Center, explains why Iran is apprehensive about the incoming president.

'Fabricated scenario'

Iran denies it plotted to kill Trump before US election

Iranian officials reject US accusations of Tehran's involvement in an alleged assassination plot targeting Trump. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson: A repulsive scheme orchestrated by Israel and Iranian opposition groups.

Iranian plot

Three people charged over plot to assassinate Trump

US Justice Department announces federal charges against three people in thwarted Iranian plot to kill president-elect Donald Trump before the election.

Israel considering striking Iran's proxies in Iraq

The number of attacks carried out by the Iranian militias in Iraq against Israel has led to a debate on whether to strike in the country's territory in order to harm Iranian activities there.

Iran's nuclear program

IAEA chief may visit Iran in the coming days

The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency, Rafael Grossi, expresses optimism about working constructively with US President-elect Donald Trump.

Lee Smith:

'Trump's election robs Iran of its strategic depth'

Author and journalist Lee Smith speaks about Trump's victory and return to the White House, says Obama must be told to leave Washington like other former presidents to remove his negative influence.

US warns Iraq:

'Don't let Iran attack from your soil, Israel could retaliate'

Axios reports that the Biden administration has warned the Iraqi government that failure to prevent any Iranian-led attack on Israel from Iraqi territory could prompt Israel to launch a retaliatory strike on Iraq.

Iran:

Death sentence for assisting Israeli intelligence

Court in Iran sentences three civilians, convicted of assisting Israeli intelligence in assassination of Iranian scientist in 2020, to death.

After B-52 deployment

Iran blasts US 'destabilizing' presence in the Middle East

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson says US activity in the region will not deter Iran’s resolve to defend itself and its response to Israel will be “definite and decisive.”

Gantz calls on Netanyahu:

'Prepare to attack Iran's nuclear facilities'

Gantz: 'While a case of breaking the law is being investigated in PM's office, he is busy neutralizing the gatekeepers' | Lieberman calls to attack Iran: 'Strike first.'

Report:

Nevatim base commander targeted by Iran for assassination

Iranian opposition media reports the target of the cell of 7 Azeri-Israelis who were arrested for spying for Iran is a high ranking general and air force commander.

Iran:

Two killed in plane crash during training exercise

Two IRGC members killed in training accident in southeastern Iran, reports say.

Iran executes Jewish man who killed Muslim in self-defense

Arvin Ghahremani, 20, was ambushed at age 18 by seven Muslim men and stabbed by one of them. He fought back, killing his attacker, but was then charged with murdering a Muslim.

Iranian President:

'If Israel accepts ceasefires, it may influence our retaliation'

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian hints that Israel's stance regarding ceasefires in Gaza and Lebanon could influence the "type and intensity" of his country’s response to Israeli strikes on Iranian soil.

Dramatic footage:

IDF troops detain Iranian operative in Syrian territory

Soldiers of the Egoz Unit together with field interrogators from Unit 504 operated in Syrian territory to detain Ali Soleiman al-Assi, a Syrian citizen who worked as an Iranian terror network operative.

CENTCOM announces:

Strategic bombers have arrived in the Middle East

The move comes amid reports that Iran is planning an attack on Israel.

Is the Iranian attack approaching?

Khamenei threatens Israel and the US

The Supreme Leader of Iran, Ali Khamenei, threatened in a new video with a 'crushing response against Israel and the US.'

Khamenei's adviser:

'We could change our policy on nuclear weapons'

Kamal Kharrazi, a close adviser to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, says Iran has the capability to develop nuclear weapons and may consider changing its policy on their use if confronted with an existential threat.

'I was worried they'd hurt me'

New details emerge on haredi man charged with spying for Iran

Asher Binyamin Weiss recounts: 'They told me to find them more people, and that I would receive 20% of the profits the new person would earn. They were always asking that we find more and more people to carry out their tasks.'

Expert explains:

How Iran recruits agents in Israel

Researcher Beni Sabti explains how Israelis are convinced to supply intelligence to an enemy power.

Israeli source:

'Israel is at high level of readiness for response from Iran'

Israeli military source tells CNN that Israel is at a “high level of readiness” for a response from Iran, but is still assessing the decision-making process in Iran.

Austin to Gallant:

'US fully prepared to defend Israel against threats from Iran'

US Secretary of Defense speaks to Defense Minister amid reports that Iran’s Supreme Leader has ordered an attack on Israel.

Report:

Iran's Supreme Leader ordered preparations for attack on Israel

Israeli intelligence is estimating that Iran may launch a large number of drones and ballistic missiles from Iraqi territory at Israel.

Israel National Cyber Directorate:

Iranian hackers targeting researchers studying the Middle East

According to the directorate, APT42, a group linked to Iran’s IRGC, has been sending highly credible-looking emails from fake domains containing malicious links.

Netanyahu:

'Israel has greater freedom of action in Iran than ever before'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the IDF Officers Course Graduation: 'We are dismantling the axis of evil that we face, with calculated blows. No longer will terrorist armies be on our borders.'

Bnei Brak resident followed nuclear scientist - to help Iran

Asher Binyamin Weiss acted as an agent for Iran, received over $25,000 in payment.

For three years:

Israeli couple from Lod operated on behalf of Iran

Refael and Lala Goliev of Lod arrested after operating on behalf of Iran, collecting intelligence on national infrastructure, security sites, and following an academic; payment reached an estimated $26,000.

Iran claims it killed a separatist linked to Israel

Iranian intelligence services claim they killed a member of a separatist group which Iran claims is linked to Israel. The specific group involved was not identified.

Senior source to CNN:

Iranian response to Israeli strikes to come before US election

US network told Iran's retaliation for Israel's recent strikes in retaliation for Iran's massive missile attack will be 'definitive and painful,' will likely come before Tuesday's presidential election.