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US Treasury sanctions 16 companies, multiple vessels as part of Revolutionary Guard-run network to ship oil to Syria.

Obama Administration sent officials to Israel every few weeks to prevent attack on Iranian nuclear facilities.

Tehran will return to nuclear deal if Europe provides $15 billion credit line, convinces Trump to waive sanctions on Iran.

Iranian official says his country is capable of resuming production of 20% enriched uranium within two days.

Base capable of housing thousands of troops, precision missiles months away from completion, largest base Iran has ever built in Syria.

Iranian judoka who was ordered by Tehran not to compete against Israel's Sagi Muki invited to competition in Israel - as a refugee.

Saeid Mollaei, who was forced to throw a match in order to avoid competing against Israel's Sagi Muki, congratulates Muki.

Spokesman for Iranian government confirms explosion in the country's satellite launching site, says it was result of technical failure.

Iran says its views have come closer to those of France on ways to save the 2015 nuclear deal.

Diplomats tell Wall Street Journal that Iran has refused to answer UN questions about storage of nuclear equipment and radioactive material.

Dutch intelligence agency AIVD reportedly recruited Iranian mole to deliver US-Israeli developed malware to Iranian uranium enrichment plant

Scholars sign letter of support for Foundation for Defense of Democracies after organization sanctioned by Islamic Republic of Iran.

Drone wars heat up between Israel and Iran along Lebanese and Syrian frontiers.

Iranian judoka speaks out after reportedly seeking asylum in Germany, being forced to throw match to avoid facing Israeli athlete.

Iranian commander says drone capable of carrying out long reconnaissance and surveillance missions "deep inside enemy territory."

Marius Vizer called Rouhani, telling him: If Iranian judoka refuses to compete against Israeli contender, Iran won't compete in Olympics.

Iranian President tells French counterpart Iran will take the next step in reducing its nuclear commitments.

US President wishes Iran luck in determining what caused its failed rocket launch.

Netanyahu speaks by telephone with French President amid tensions in the region.

IAEA latest report says Iran has gone further in breaching the 2015 deal with world powers.

US envoy Jason Greenblatt comments on new sanctions targeting individuals who helped funnel cash from Iran's Quds Force to Hamas.

PM Netanyahu welcomes sanctions, urges other countries to follow suit.

Iranian foreign minster says no meeting with President Trump until US lifts sanctions on Islamic Republic.

Israeli PM reportedly tried desperately to get Trump on the phone after it was learned Iranian FM would be at G-7, hoped to block meeting.

Iraqi PM ordered all Shi'ite militias to leave 2 months before alleged Israeli attacks on Iranian-backed forces.

Revolutionary Guards fleet operates dozens of such vehicles, also US Marine Commando unit Sea Lions recently put more into service.

After some tensions with oil tankers arose in Strait of Hormuz, US allegedly struck Iran with cyber attacks to prevent further incidents.

US Treasury sanctions two Iranian business groups over ties to Tehran's missile program.

General Javad Ghaffari is the commander responsible for Iran's attempted drone attack against Israel.

For first time, IDF to connect with Farsi speakers on Twitter, Telegram, and Instagram.

Iranian court upholds sentences for two alleged spies Iran claims worked on Israel's behalf, giving both 10 years in prison.

Iranian president rejects Trump's claim there is a 'very good chance' the two will meet, ruling out any talks until sanctions lifted.

IDF preparing for Hezbollah attack on Israeli military targets. All forces in northern area deployed, while more may be called to area.

Tehran threatens Foundation for Defense of Democracies and its chief with sanctions - and other unspecified measures.

PM Netanyahu says Iran seeking to use 'broad front' to attack Israel, calls on international community to counter Iran's aggression.

US President at G7 summit says meeting with Iranian president possible.

Likud's Min. Galant warns: 'Hamas is playing with fire, we'll decide timing and conditions of war.'

Head of Iranian Space Agency says Iran will launch three satellites into orbit by the end of this year.

IDF unveils information about terrorists who were eliminated while trying to carry out drone attack.

France’s invitation to Mohammad Javad Zarif for talks at G7 summit reportedly comes as surprise to Trump.

Secretary of State speaks with Netanyahu following thwarting of planned Iranian drone attack on Israel.

Iraqi militia claims Israel behind drone bombing attack Sunday in western Iraq, near border with Syria.

Caught on camera: Israel foils attempted drone kamikaze attack by explosive-laden unmanned aircraft operated by Iranian terrorists in Syria.

Netanyahu vows zero tolerance for Iranian 'aggression', says countries allowing terrorists to operate will 'face the consequences'.

Iranian kamikaze drone attacks were repulsed by Israel Thursday, IDF spokesperson says, prior to attacks on Iranian base.

Iranian proxies operating out of Syria planned multiple drone attacks, orchestrated by Iran's Quds Force, says senior IDF intel official.

National Security Research Institute Maj. Gen. Amos Yadlin says Israeli strikes in Syria show exceptional intelligence.

Iran claims Israel, US do not have the strength to damage Iranian targets in Syria after Israel says it foiled drone attack.

Foreign Minister Yisrael Katz slams PA chairman Abbas for not condeming bombing in which teenage girl was murdered on Friday.

Major General Hossein Salami, commander of Revolutionary Guards, says Iran test fired a new missile, doesn't provide details.

Netanyahu responds to the thwarting of an Iranian drone attack on Israel and quotes sages: 'If someone rises up to kill you, kill him first'

Iranian Deputy Defense Minister boasts his country has produced highly accurate missiles which it has not publicized.

Officials tell New York Times that Israel carried out several air strikes on munitions storehouses for Iranian-backed groups in Iraq.

Iran rolls out surface-to-air Bavar-373 which it says rivals the Russian S-400.

Satellite photos show Iranian weapons depot in Baghdad before and after air strike attributed to Israel.

Sweden officials say Stena Impero, captured by Revolutionary Guards in July, will be released soon.

PM confirms Israel actively working to prevent Iranian military consolidation in Iraq.

Asharq Al-Awsat newspaper says bombing of Iranian targets in Iraq done by Israel with permission from the United States and Russia.

French President says he will make proposals to Iran aimed at de-escalating tensions with US.

Turkey supporting Islamists in Syria as Iran furthers takeover of war-torn country.
