Report: Israeli, Saudi officials discussed Biden policy on Iran
Saudi Arabia, like Israel, is troubled by the Biden Administration's position on the Iran nuclear deal.
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European countries condemn Iran for restricting IAEA inspections
Britain, France and Germany urge Iran to reverse all measures that reduce transparency after it halts IAEA inspections.
IAEA: Iran has started enriching uranium at up to 20% purity
International Atomic Energy Agency reports Iran has added 17.6 kilograms of uranium enriched up to 20% to its stockpile.
Israel hoping Iranian stubbornness will kill nuclear deal
Israel ends meeting on Iran deal with tactical decisions, hopes Iranian obstinacy will end option of US rejoining deal.
Blinken: US will seek to strengthen and extend Iran deal
Secretary of State: US remains committed to ensuring that Iran never acquires a nuclear weapon. Diplomacy is the best path.
Iran ends nuclear deal's 'Additional Protocol'
The Additional Protocol allows IAEA to carry out snap-inspections at sites not declared to the agency.
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.
IAEA chief visits Iran, will meet senior officials
The visit comes ahead of deadline on which Iran said it would suspend nuclear inspections by the agency.
Iran studying EU proposal for talks with US
Iran says it is studying a European Union proposal for an informal meeting between members of the 2015 nuclear deal and the United States.
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.
'Our position on the nuclear deal hasn't changed'
Prime Minister Netanyahu warns that a US return to the 2015 Iran nuclear deal would pave Iran’s path to nuclear weapons.
White House accepts Europe's offer to mediate talks with Iran
White House spokeswoman makes clear US has no plan to withdraw sanctions against Iran ahead of talks on a return to the 2015 nuclear deal.
Biden: We must address Iran's destabilizing activities
US President says his administration is prepared to re-engage in negotiations to curb Iran's nuclear program.
US rescinds 'snapback' of sanctions on Iran
US tells Security Council it is rescinding Trump administration move to reimpose UN sanctions on Iran.
US 'ready' to restart talks with Iran on nuclear deal
State Department says US would accept invitation from EU to meet Iran and discuss its nuclear program.
Blinken to counterparts: US prepared to talk to Iran
Secretary of State tells European counterparts that the US is prepared to engage in discussions with Iran.
Khamenei: We will demand actions from the US
Iran’s Supreme Leader says Iran will not be satisfied with just words from the US as a condition for reviving the 2015 nuclear deal.
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.
Blinken: Path to diplomacy with Iran is open
Secretary of State says path to diplomacy with Iran over 2015 nuclear deal is open, but won't specify say if contacts have already begun.
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”.
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.
Biden's mission: To prevent Iran from getting nuclear weapons
Israel needs to insist that the US administration not return to the previous nuclear deal.
Russia urges Iran to show 'restraint' as it enriches uranium
Russia urges Iran to show restraint after it starts producing uranium metal in latest breach of 2015 nuclear deal with world powers.
'Israel should present a unified front against the Iran deal'
Israel’s former US ambassador Michael Oren calls for united front against new Iran deal.
Zarif urges US to take 'new approach'
Iranian Foreign Minister warns US time is running out to reach agreement on nuclear program.
US, Iran 'eager' for return to nuclear deal
While both Iran and the US believe they would benefit from renewed nuclear deal between the two sides, neither has yet to budge on demands.
Iranian Minister: We may pursue a nuclear weapon
Iran’s Intelligence Minister says his country could push for a nuclear weapon if sanctions remain in place.
Israel praises Biden's refusal to bend to Iran
Israel's UN ambassador praised Biden's refusal to accept Tehran's demands, said return to nuclear deal would be a mistake.
Iran dismisses France's offer to mediate with US
"The nuclear deal has no need for a mediator," says Iranian official after French President offers to mediate between Tehran and Washington.
Minister Eli Cohen: Gideon Sa'ar linked his fate to Lapid
Minister of Intelligence discusses the dialogue with the Americans on the Iran deal and also the political issues ahead of the election.
Sources: US weighing 'wide array' of ideas on Iran deal
Sources say US considering option where both sides take small steps short of full compliance with the 2015 deal in order to buy time.
Zarif: The US is the one that needs to return to the deal
Iran’s Foreign Minister says the onus is on the Biden administration to live up to the 2015 nuclear deal.
Macron says he supports new Iran deal - with Israel's consent
French President says Israel, Saudi Arabia, and regional partners must have a say in new nuclear agreement between Iran and the US.
Iranian FM Zarif urges Biden to return to deal
Iranian FM Zarif warns 'time is running out for the Americans,' urges US Pres. Biden to return to nuclear deal.
French President offers to mediate between US and Iran
French President Emmanuel Macron: I will do whatever I can to support any initiative from the US side to re-engage in dialogue with Iran.
Israel is right to doubt new negotiations with Iran will work
Advocates of a new diplomatic path need to prove that somehow Iran is changed. There is little or no evidence this is the case. Opinion..
US: Too early to accept Iran's proposal on nuclear deal
State Department spokesperson responds to Iranian proposal for the EU to help revive 2015 nuclear deal.
Iran's FM suggests path to overcome impasse with US
Mohammad Javad Zarif says EU foreign policy chief can coordinate actions taken by both the US and Iran to return to 2015 deal.
Iran rejects new nuclear negotiations
Iran’s foreign ministry says there will be no new negotiations or changes to the participants in its 2015 nuclear deal with world powers.
Turkey hopes US will return to Iran nuclear deal
Turkish Foreign Minister expresses hope the Biden administration returns to 2015 Iran deal and lifts sanctions on Iran.
'Iran must resume compliance with nuclear constraints'
White House reiterates Biden administration’s stance that Iran must resume compliance with 2015 agreement before negotiations on new deal.
Blinken: Our commitment to Israel’s security is sacrosanct
US Secretary of State speaks with Israel's Foreign Minister, tells reporters that Iran must resume complying with the Iran deal.
'Israel should be in close dialogue with the US on Iran'
INSS director Amos Yadlin: It would be better to work toward interim agreement with Iran to maintain sanctions.
'Biden knows there's no going back to pre-Trump Middle East'
US Congressman Ted Deutch says at 2021 INSS conference that Biden Admin. will seek to strengthen Iran nuke deal, address key weaknesses.
France: Iran must comply with 2015 deal
French official says Iran must comply with the terms of the 2015 nuclear deal in order for the US to return to the agreement.
Chief of Staff: Keep pressure on Iran, don't return to nuke deal
Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi warns citizens many missiles and rockets will strike Israel when war breaks out, but IDF will respond with force
Macron and Biden agree to cooperate on Iran
French President and US President speak for the first time, agree to act together for peace in the Middle East.
Erdan doesn't anticipate crisis with US over Iran deal
Israel’s ambassador to the US to Washington Post: Not every disagreement should lead to a crisis. We can agree to disagree.
Zarif to Biden: Return to deal without demanding concessions
Iran’s Foreign Minister urges Biden to "choose a better path" by returning to 2015 nuclear deal without renegotiating it.
'Iran must resume compliance with nuclear constraints'
In first press briefing, White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki says talks with Iran are dependent on it resuming compliance with 2016 deal.
Amb. Friedman: Return to Iran deal could harm peace process
Outgoing US Ambassador to Israel says Abraham Accords were possible because parties saw US strength.
Will Biden return to Iran Deal?
Head of faculty on Int. Communications at Bar Ilan wonders if Biden team will return to Iran Deal or learn lessons from previous admins.
French FM: US and Iran must return to nuclear deal
French Foreign Minister: Iran is in the process of acquiring nuclear weapons, time to bring Iran and the US back into 2015 deal.
'Israel will attack Iran if US re-enters nuclear deal'
Likud MK Tzahi Hanegbi says Israel will ensure its safety if 'left alone' by the incoming US gov't.
'Back to the Future?' How will Pres. Biden influence the region?
While some regional leaders believe 'not much will change' under Biden admin, Israel & Gulf states fearful of return to Iran Deal.
Iran starts work on uranium metal-based fuel
The move marks Iran’s latest breach of the nuclear deal it signed with six major powers in 2015.
'Welcome, Biden?' Iran puts on show of force, expels inspectors
The IRGC unveils a series of new missile basis on its southern border in what may constitute a warning to the incoming US President.
Hamas seeks validation, wants to integrate with PA
Hamas leader sends letters to UN and leaders of friendly countries in attempt to win support for integration with PLO.
Iran rolls out 1,000 additional centrifuges
Move comes just one day after Iran resumed uranium enrichment at underground Fordow facility.
EU will strengthen attempts to revive Iran nuclear deal
European Union denounces Iran's violations of 2015 nuclear deal but says it will strengthen its attempts to keep the deal alive.
