Iran Nuclear Deal

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.

Senators accuse:

Obama Admin. blocked FBI from arresting terrorists linked to Iran

Senators Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and Ron Johnson (R-Wis) reveal FBI emails from 2015-2016 showing State Department stopped 8 arrests in order to protect the Iran nuclear deal, including arrests of terrorists.

Dear world, we see you and we won’t forget

The double standard and hypocrisy surrounding this war and Israel, in general, is astounding and disgraceful. Here is a partial list. Opinion.

The Netanyahu-MBS partnership comes into full view

The Saudi crown prince made it clear that he won’t accept American appeasement of Iran. Op-ed.

'Moral travesty':

Biden pays $16 billion ransom to Iran, fails to free 3 Americans

The US administration has struck another deal with the Islamic Republic which will bolster Iran's economy and international standing.

Biden's bad Iran deal and dire Israeli concerns

This deal, negotiated in secret, is more about Iranian blackmail than about stopping Iran's malevolent military and nuclear progress. Op-ed.

The Moment of Truth in Iran has arrived

There is no hope for the nuclear deal revival, while Iran's mullahs are just waiting to crush protests. Op-ed.

Israel against US Iran deal:

Strengthening Iranian nuclear deal supports terrorism

'Arrangements which do not dismantle Iran's nuclear structure do not stop its nuclear program,' PM's office says.

Blinken:

'No agreement with Iran in near future'

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken says Israel-Saudi agreement not possible while Israel has 'fire in its backyard.'

Op-ed:

Biden’s Iran Deal Is desperate, dangerous and purely political

The Biden Administration is pursuing some sort of “understanding” with the Ayatollahs to get us to the brink of a nuclear breakout. Op-ed.

Op-ed:

Israel’s American ‘frenemy’

If Netanyahu won’t alert Americans to their government’s abandonment of Israel, U.S. politicians must step up to the plate. Op-ed.

Op-Ed:

Is a shadowy American political agenda enabling a dark foe?

President Biden may not be cleverly skirting diplomatic minefields, as he sidesteps Iranian threats against the USA and Israel. Op-ed.

Netanyahu sends message to US:

'No agreements with Iran are acceptable'

Prime Minister Netanyahu declared that Israel will not be part of the most recently emerging agreements between the United States and Iran.

Israel estimates:

New deal between Iran and US - within weeks

Despite US claims that reports of new Iran deal are not accurate, Israel says Pres. Biden is determined to reach understandings with Tehran.

Source: 'If Iran enriches uranium to 90%, Israel will attack'

Israel concerned over reports that West may reach agreement with Iran, estimates that US will prefer to reach understandings.

Khamenei:

'No one can stop Iranian nuclear weapons'

Iran's supreme leader says nuclear deal possible if the country's nuclear infrastructure remains intact.

Report:

US admin. plan: Israel-Saudi normalization for Israel's silence

The Americans are mulling a plan according to which the US would work to advance Israeli-Saudi ties in return for an Iran deal.

Iranian MP:

'Iran may restore ties with Washington if US offers apology'

Islamic Republic lawmaker Shahryar Haidari claimed the US suggested holding talks with Tehran without the presence of other JCPOA partners.

Joe Biden’s pollsters forgot this Jew

The president’s attack on Benjamin Netanyahu is all about revenge. Op-ed.

Op-ed:

The Iran nuclear deal goes down

Biden is no longer interested in an agreement that gives Iran a political victory and deepens rifts between the US and its Mid-East allies,.

Iranian media reports 'large blast' at military site

Defense ministry says blast in central city of Isfahan was caused by an "unsuccessful" drone attack.

US National Security Adviser:

Iran nuclear deal 'set aside' for the meantime

"We'll work through our differences with Israel," says Jake Sullivan.

New Government's Agenda:

Iran deal, security, cost of living, Syria, Abraham Accords

Netanyahu vows "to do everything to prevent return to bad nuclear agreement," adds Israel will fight Iran's military presence in Syria.

Payment for the drones?

Report: Russia to supply Iran with fighter jets

Tehran continues distancing itself from a nuclear deal with the West - but it might get the last laugh when all's said and done.

Watch: Biden says Iran nuclear deal is dead

Biden caught on camera saying efforts to revive the JCPOA are dead but that US officials are not going to make it official.

US ambassador: 'Settler violence needs to end'

US Amb. Nides says Israel 'has the right to defend itself' against terror, adds that he does 'not equate' terror with 'settler violence.'

Is the Iran nuclear deal dead?

With the regime repressing nationwide protests and sending 'suicide' drones to Russia, no progress has been recorded in the talks.

White House: Iran deal won't happen 'anytime soon'

White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre says 'door for diplomacy always remains open' while expressing skepticism on Iran deal.

Why do Europeans doubt Iran’s intentions?

The skepticism from the European side is long overdue. But the fuel issue gets in the way. Op-ed.

Israel's ambassador to UN:

'Only a credible military threat will stop Iran going nuclear'

Sanctions alone aren't enough, says Gilad Erdan, referencing Iranian President Raisi.

Official: No new deal with Iran before US midterm elections

Israeli official tells reporters the Biden administration won't finalize nuclear deal with Iran until after November elections.

Lapid: Diplomatic campaign against Iran deal successful

PM says work 'not over' in effort to prevent lifting of sanctions on Iran as part of nuclear deal, but 'there is still a long way to go.'

Report: Biden Admin fears Iran deal could hurt Dems in November

PM Lapid to visit Germany today to discuss dangers of Iran nuclear deal. US unlikely to sign deal before November midterm elections.

Blinken:

Negotiations with Iran have taken a step 'backwards'

Secretary of State says Iran's latest response on a renewed nuclear deal violates Biden admin's 'bottom-line requirements.'

ZOA praises Congress members concerned about WH approach to Iran

Letter penned by 50 bipartisan reps. urges Biden administration not to renew Iran deal without first consulting Congress.

Bipartisan delegation offers 'alternative' Iran deal

Two Senators are offering a plan which would allow Iran to go nuclear - with an important caveat.

Mossad chief wraps up talks with senior US officials

David Barnea completes security-diplomatic meetings on possible Iran deal with top US officials in Washington.

IAEA warns Iran getting closer to nuclear bomb

Iran now has 60 kg of uranium enriched to 60%, an increase of 12.5 kg in 3 months.

Olmert: No way of stopping Iran

Former PM Ehud Olmert rails against a 'comprehensive attack' on Iran, says other means must be used to defeat the nuclear program.

Lapid: Too early to say if we stopped Iran nuclear deal

PM visits Nevatim Air Force Base, says Biden Admin. agrees Israel has full freedom to act to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.

US Ambassador Thomas Nides:

'We understand Iran's aggression, we won't tie Israel's hands'

US Ambassador to Israel Thomas Nides speaks about Iranian threat at press conference with delegation from US Congress.

Mossad chief to fly to Washington Monday for Iran talks

Director of Israel's intelligence agency set to leave for Washington tomorrow, with talks planned with top US security and intel officials.

Lapid: Our Iran policy is working

PM says US is taking Israel's concerns into account without public fights with the Administration as occurred under Netanyahu.

Iran nuclear deal:

'Israel's position is that red lines must be respected'

Despite setbacks, agreement likely to be signed, experts estimate.

Over 5,000 ex-Israeli officers urge Biden not to sign Iran deal

Former defense officials urge Biden not to sign renewed Iran nuclear deal out of concern it would endanger security of Israel and region.

French Pres. hopes for Iran agreement 'in coming days'

Macron hopes Iran agreement 'will be reached in the coming days.'

Israeli estimate: Iran deal won't be signed in the next few days

Iran may issue response on nuclear deal as early as this weekend, sources estimate.

Lapid speaks with Biden about Iran nuclear deal

US President finally responds to PM Lapid's attempts to speak with him regarding Iran nuclear deal.

What’s in the new Iran deal, and what’s holding it up?

After seemingly on the verge of a new agreement, nuclear talks in Vienna are again being delayed. Why?

Netanyahu after meeting Lapid: I'm more worried than before

Former PM: My message to Iran is on November 1 we will bring a strong govt. to Israel that will ensure they never get a nuclear weapon.

Lapid, Netanyahu meet to discuss Iran nuclear deal

PM, Opposition leader meet as western powers appear poised to re-enter Iran nuclear deal over Israel's objections.

Pres. Herzog in Switzerland:

'Iran's behavior cannot be met with silence'

'Switzerland is strategically positioned, IAEA's independence is critical,' Israel's Pres. Herzog tells Switzerland's Pres. Cassis.

Op-ed:

How the Iran Deal debunked the US-Israel shared values myth

While self delusion may be the path of least resistance, it doesn't actually solve problems. Op-ed.

Mossad chief to visit Washington for talks on Iran deal

White House says it 'looks forward' to Mossad director's visit - after his recent criticism of Biden administration over the Iran deal.

Iran nuclear deal:

'Within a few years they'll threaten the entire world'

Former Israeli ambassador to UN decries deal that will "threaten US cities."

Ahead of Iran nuclear deal, Lapid to meet with Netanyahu

Opposition Leader Netanyahu agrees to meet with his rival, PM Lapid, ahead of signing of new nuclear deal - while publicly slamming Lapid.

'We need a better agreement'

Lapid blames Netanyahu for Iran nuclear deal

Israeli Prime Minister calls for 'credible military threat' to pressure Tehran into 'better deal', while blaming Netanyahu for current deal.

Intelligence experts:

Prepare for a military confrontation with Iran

Former top intelligence officials warn that the military option is the only one left once the superpowers sign the nuclear deal.

'Deal based on lies'

Mossad Chief: Signing Iran nuclear deal is against common sense

Mossad director David Barnea strongly criticizes Biden Administration's push to rejoin the 2015 Iran nuclear deal.

Gantz: US must act if Iran goes nuclear with or without deal

Defense Minister meets with US CENTCOM commander in Florida ahead of meeting with US National Security Adviser.