Iran

Iran denies attacking Israeli-owned cargo ship near Gulf of Oman

Iran’s UN ambassador says Israel's allegations are "unfounded", claims it is "playing the victim".

Irish FM calls for 'engagement with key players' in Iran deal

Irish Foreign Minister says "engagement with all the key players" in 2015 nuclear agreement is required in order to revive the deal.

US blacklists two Iranians for violations of human rights

Secretary of State Antony Blinken announces sanctions against two IRGC members for "their involvement in gross violations of human rights".

India: Iran behind attack on Israeli embassy

The Indian Sun Times releases report with evidence proving Iran's involvement in last month's explosion near Israeli embassy.

'Something is cooking between Israel and Saudi Arabia'

Iranians are 'humiliating Biden administration, and he's not doing anything,' analyst Zvi Yehezkeli says.

Violating deal, Iran uses advanced centrifuges to enrich uranium

International Atomic Energy Agency reports Iran feeding uranium into third cascade of IR-2M centrifuges at Natanz underground facility.

Iranian Jews lead 'peaceful existence,' community leader says

‘Peaceful existence’: Jews in Iran freely observe their religion, communal leader says.

India: Iranian Quds Force behind explosion near Israeli embassy

India’s counterterrorism agencies: Quds Force was behind the explosion near the Israeli embassy in New Delhi this past January.

Rouhani to Europe: Avoid threats in talks with Iran

Iran's President meets Irish Foreign Minister, says the best way to solve problems is negotiations based on mutual respect.

Iranian Defense Minister threatens to raze Tel Aviv and Haifa

Iran's Defense Minister: If Israel launches a preemptive attack on Iran, we will raze Tel Aviv and Haifa to the ground.

Rare report from inside Iran's prisons

An American recently released from Iranian prison tells of the people he met inside, including an Iranian Jew jailed for visiting Israel.

Irish Foreign Minister to meet Iranian President

Ireland’s Foreign Minister Simon Coveney to meet Iranian President Hassan Rouhani to discuss 2015 nuclear deal.

Iran says it foiled attempted hijacking of passenger plane

Iran's Revolutionary Guard says an attempted hijacking of an Iran Air passenger plane was thwarted.

European countries drop planned condemnation of Iran

France, Britain and Germany dropped resolution criticizing Iran for suspending some IAEA inspections.

A Gulf-Israel defense alliance to face Iran and end PA conflict

A safe Sunni bloc is necessary for a safe Israel as Iran attempts to attack Israel from near and far. Opinion.

Attack on US army base in Iraq comes days before Pope's arrival

AllAbout News reported a rocket barrage of US airbase in Iraq, just 2 days ahead of the Pope's first arrival in the country.

Attack on American base in Iraq, casualties reported

Pro-Iranian militias in Iraq suspected of shelling US/coalition base, casualties being reported.

'Iran likely to launch more attacks against Israeli targets'

Israeli security analyst says Iran likely to continue trying to target Israeli maritime assets in attempt to gain leverage in nuclear talks.

Macron: Iran must make gestures in order to renew nuclear talks

French President tells Iranian counterpart he is "deeply concerned" by Iran's violations of 2015 nuclear deal.

US, Iran in 'tug of war' for leverage in nuclear deal

Iran continues making military provocations and claiming the US must rescind sanctions before a return to negotiating table.

Gantz: Iran attempting to strengthen position for nuclear talks

Defense Minister visits Gaza Division, says life could change for Gazans if Hamas returns all Israeli prisoners.

Iran denies responsibility for attack on Israeli ship

Israeli sources, including PM Netanyahu, laying the blame for last week's attack on cargo ship squarely with Iran which denies allegations.

Syria accuses Israel of missile attack on Damascus

Israel said to continue policy of preventing Iranian entrenchment in Syria, as Syrian sources allege 5 missiles fired towards Damascus.

Top sports court overturns Iran's suspension from judo events

The International Judo Federation banned Iran from international competitions after Saeid Mollaei was forced to avoid facing Israelis.

The disagreement between Mossad chief and IDF Chief of Staff

Mossad chief demanded bold response against Iran for attack on Israeli-owned ship, while Chief of Staff Kochavi sought moderate response.

The change in tone of the US State Department

State Department spokesman hints at press briefing what the new administration's positions would be on Iran, Israel-PA.

Iran to install new centrifuges at nuclear facilities

Atomic Energy Organization of Iran to install new generations of centrifuges at Fordow and Natanz facilities.

Iran rejects European offer for direct talks with US

Iran says "time is not right" to hold talks with US given its recent actions.

Report: Israel strikes Syrian targets after Iranian attack

Explosions reported near Damascus, days after Israeli ship shelled by Iranian-allied forces.

Foreign policy expert: Biden will succumb to Iranian pressure

After American strikes killed at least 22 of Iran's Revolutionary Guards in a raid on Syria, experts believe Biden likely to give in.

Israel pulls out of UAE military expo citing Iran threat

Israel pulled out of biggest regional military expo featuring 900 companies from over 50 countries in Abu Dhabi due for fear of attack.

Israel vows revenge for maritime attack attributed to Iran

Israeli military intelligence confident Iran was behind an attack on one of its ships Thursday night and promises quick action.

Security officials: Ship was attacked due to Israeli ownership

'We are thinking of an appropriate response,' Israeli security officials say.

Israeli delegation backs out of arms fair due to fears of attack

Israeli delegation, scheduled to participate in Abu Dhabi arms fair, cancels participation due to fears Iran will avenge scientists' deaths.

Ship owned by Israeli firm hit by explosion in Gulf of Oman

The current assessment in Israel is that the explosion was a targeted attempt against an Israeli-owned ship by Iran.

“The trapped Cat” and the acquisition of nuclear weapons

Alll negotiations aimed at postponing 'the trapped Cat' - Iran - from gaining nuclear weapons are merely pain relievers. Op-ed.

Bahraini Crown Prince speaks to Netanyahu

Bahrain's official news agency says the conversation dealt with the negotiations on the Iranian nuclear program.

US attacks Iranian-backed militia in Syria

At least 17 members of pro-Iranian militia in Syria killed in US air strike which comes in retaliation for rocket attack in Iraq.

Netanyahu to Iran: You failed 2,500 years ago, you'll fail today

Israeli political echelon coming together to present united front against any nuclear deal with Iran.

Germany urges Iran to accept US overtures

Germany's Foreign Minister: Iran should accept the offer of diplomacy that’s on the table, including from the United States.

South Korea to release Iranian assets in consultation with US

Iran has been pressuring South Korea for months to unblock assets held in two South Korean banks due to US sanctions.

'John Kerry betrayed America, murdered Iranian citizens'

Anti-regime activist tells Newsmax John Kerry is responsible for betraying American interests, guilty for mullahs murdering protesters.

Khamenei threatens to enrich uranium up to 60%

Iranian Supreme Leader says Islamic Republic will "not back down on the nuclear issue."

IAEA strikes deal with Iran to continue inspections

Iran had threatened to partly suspend nuclear inspections by the UN's atomic agency as of Tuesday.

Watch: Iranian judoka wins silver in Tel Aviv, thanks Israel

Iranian-born judoka once instructed to drop a match rather than compete against Israeli opponent wins silver medal in Tel Aviv event.

Iran's presidential elections in June- are the mullahs worried?

Not only Israel and the PA have elections soon, the president of Iran, Hassan Rouhani, has 6 months left in office and can't run again.Op-ed

IAEA finds uranium particles at two Iranian sites

Diplomats say International Atomic Energy Agency preparing to rebuke Tehran for failing to explain the presence of the particles.

Iranian judoka wins silver medal at Tel Aviv Grand Slam

Saeid Mollaei fled his country after ignoring orders to drop out of a match to avoid facing an Israeli.

Iran: We will not compromise on the nuclear deal

Iranian President says his country will not agree to comply with 2015 deal when the other parties do not meet their obligations.

Iranian army denies its member was involved in scientist's death

Iran's armed forces fire back at intelligence minister for alleging one of its members was involved in killing of Moshen Fakhrizadeh.

Iran informs IAEA it will end snap nuclear inspections

International Atomic Energy Agency confirms Iran plans to halt snap nuclear inspections outside of its declared sites.

Judo Grand Slam in Tel Aviv to host former Iranian champion

Judo grand slam to begin this week in Israel, with exiled world champion, Iranian judoka Saeid Mollaei, competing on behalf of Mongolia.

US 'outraged' by Baghdad attack but will it act?

US Sec of State Blinken voiced 'outrage' at rocket attack on US forces, but will Biden administration take concrete action?

Iran threatens to stop cooperating with nuclear inspections

Iran threatens to stop IAEA inspections if other signatories to the 2015 nuclear deal do not fulfill their “obligations”.

Five national challenges

We who have merited to return home, are experiencing five national challenges fraught with menacing perils and risks.

Iran test fires sophisticated short-range missile

Iran’s army test fires missile with a range of 300 kilometers, or 186 miles.

History: Iranian judoka lands in Israel

Iranian judoka Saeid Mollaei, who fled Iran after speaking out against the regime, will take part in the Tel Aviv Grand Slam this week.

Iranian opposition leader: Biden making big mistake

Son of Iranian Shah says West should support Iranian people who want freedom from repressive regime.

Will Biden take a U-turn on Iran?

Iran was not mentioned in Biden’s first major foreign policy speech as president, giving rise to speculation about his plans. Op-ed.

European powers: Iran losing chance to fully realize 2015 deal

Britain, France and Germany: Iran is undermining the opportunity for renewed diplomacy by violating nuclear agreement.

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