Iran Nuclear Talks

No more Russian 'cover?' Iran-backed militias to leave Syria

With Russia transferring its ground-to-air system out of the country and nuclear talks at a standstill, Iran may have nothing to lose.

Watch: Talks to resume as Iran accelerates nuclear enrichment

Despite Iran's own claims that the nuclear program is moving ahead at 'full blast', nuclear talks in Vienna are about to resume.

Report: Mossad interrogated senior IRGC members in Iran

While the nuclear deal with Iran appears closer than ever before, the Mossad seems to be operating freely within Iranian territory.

Iran’s new nuclear talk demands ‘alarming’

US Special Envoy for Iran describes country's new list of demands at recent talks as a non-starter.

Secret talks on Iran:

'Biden administration doesn't have a Plan B'

Iran advisors came away from a 'secret meeting' with the Biden administration with the understanding that there is no other plan of action.

Iran attacks:

US imposes fresh sanctions on Iran- 'leverage for negotiations'

Experts are questioning whether sanctions imposed on an arms dealer following the recent attacks aren't just leverage for nuclear talks.

Iran nuclear talks paused, external factors blamed

Ongoing Vienna talks between Western powers and Iran over its nuclear program have been paused, with the EU blaming external factors.

U.S. to maintain Russian sanctions amid Iran talks

Despite Iran's alleged insistence on cancelling Russia sanctions, the talks are continuing in Vienna.

Bennett to German FM:

'You must give Iran a deadline for nuclear deal'

German Foreign Minister says Iran nuclear talks in Vienna are 'entering final phase,' but Israeli PM warns against return to 2015 deal.

Bennett could have insisted UNESCO cancel lies on holy sites

Israel thinks it can affect the nuclear talks by giving in to US on everything, like rejoining UNESCO. Not so. We need a deadline. Op-ed.

110 Republicans urge Biden to quit Iran nuclear talks

Republicans urge Biden administration to end nuclear talks with Iran, citing Iran's stalling tactics while it further enriches uranium.

US to tighten enforcement of Iran sanctions

As nuclear talks stall again, US delegation to visit UAE to warn banks to comply with Iran sanctions.

Netanyahu: Iran, terrorists see weakness of Israel's government

Opposition leader tells Likud faction meeting Israel must be prepared to act alone to attack Iranian nuclear program,

Sec. of State Blinken not optimistic about Iran nuclear talks

US Secretary of State speaks of resumed nuclear talks in Vienna, says Iran still has a chance to turn things around.

Why is Iran returning to the negotiating table?

The answer is simple: The 2015 nuclear deal is good for Iran. Israel must prepare for the possibility it will have to defend itself. Op-ed.

Nuclear talks with Iran to resume on November 29

Iran finally gives specific date for the resumption on negotiations with western powers in Vienna over country's nuclear program.

Britain urges Iran to return to nuclear talks

British Foreign Minister meets Iranian counterpart, urges him to return rapidly to nuclear negotiations in Vienna.

'Iran holds the keys to nuclear talks'

Former Israeli ambassador to France offers his insight into the talks between IAEA and Islamic Regime.

White House: Fully prepared to continue Iran talks

White House spokesperson Jen Psaki says Biden administration 'fully prepared' to return to nuclear talks despite Iran's recent attacks.

Iran's new president vows more talks, harsher stance on Israel

Hardline cleric Ebrahim Raisi promised Iran would work to get rid of "tyrannical" sanctions imposed by the United States.

Europe Reaped Profits in Iran While 21 Israeli Jews were being Killed

Obama: I'll Walk Away from a Bad Deal

'There's still some hard negotiations left to take place,' says US president, after talks are extended to July 7.

Fake Iran Deal a Cover-up for Obama's Shallow Legacy

Switzerland Confirms Investigation into Spying on Iran Talks

Swiss Attorney General says multiple premises searched in relation to investigation into allegations of hacking of Iran nuclear talks.

Russia Worried About Stalled Iran Talks

Russia says slowdown in progress in nuclear talks between Iran and six major powers is "very worrying".

Iran Talks 'Virtually Stalled', Says Diplomat

Diplomat tell Russian news agency that nuclear talks are stuck and June 30 deadline may have to be postponed yet again.

Iran Nuclear Talks to Resume May 12

EU, Iran announce that talks to reach a final agreement will resume next week in Vienna.

Middle East Security

France Says it Wanted a Better Deal

French FM says he originally rejected the deal but then Iran threatened to walk; report shows Obama gave up on original goal of the talks.

Netanyahu Holding Security Consultations After Iran Deal

Senior security officials to convene after announcement of Iran nuclear deal.

Bennett: Iran Has Received an Official Kosher Stamp

Jewish Home head says: 'deal or no deal, Israel will do what is needed to protect itself and its citizens.'

Obama to give announcement

Iran, World Powers Announce 'Framework' Nuclear Deal

Two-thirds of Iran's centrifuges will reportedly be scuttled. There will be no fissile material at Fordo. Arak plant will be redesigned.

Iranian Defense Minister: We're Ready for War with America

US Defense Secretary Carter 'has Alzheimer's,' says Iranian defense head, in forgetting US 'failures' and warning of military option.

Steinitz: If We Have No Choice, We Will Attack Iran

Intelligence Minister Yuval Steinitz said Thursday that military action against Iran is an option if all else fails.

Zarif Urges West to 'Seize the Moment' and Reach an Agreement

Iran's foreign minister urges Western powers to drop their "excessive demands" of his country.

Iran Talks Extended Yet Again

Western powers extend talks in Switzerland for a second day beyond March 31 deadline.

Rivlin Meets Bipartisan US Delegation

Congressional delegation expresses US support for Israel during Iran talks.

Senator Urges US to 'Walk Away' from Iran Talks

Republican Tom Cotton calls for new sanctions to stop 'negotiating out of weakness,' says talk extension shows Iran is 'calling the shots.'

Lavrov Claims Agreement with Iran Reached

Russian Foreign Minister says Iran and six world powers have reached a "preliminary agreement". Diplomats: That's not true.

Dichter: Very Good Reasons to be Concerned Over Iran Deal

Likud MK warns that impending agreement will allow Iran to be a nuclear threshold state, and Israel must prepare for that.

Confirmed: Iran Nuclear Talks Extended by One Day

United States confirms that nuclear talks with Iran and will continue beyond the self-imposed Tuesday night deadline.

Desperate for a deal?

US Willing to Work Past Iran Nuclear Deal Deadline

State Dept. says it will push into Wednesday to try and seal a deal, but will leave talks before June deadline if they go nowhere.

Iran Nuke Talks May End with Statement Instead of Accord

Morning session of Lausanne talks between Iran, P5+1, ended after just 35 minutes without results. Deadline for talks just hours away.

State Department: 50-50 Chance of Deal with Iran

As deadline for nuclear deal approaches, the United States remains unoptimistic.

'The US Will Let Iran Spread Terror and Go Nuclear'

Senior security source estimates deal by tomorrow, with America 'ignoring' Iranian terror sponsorship and nuclear proliferation.

Iranian Negotiator: We Won't Move Our Uranium Abroad

Iran’s chief negotiator says a nuclear deal with world powers is "doable", insists Iran would refuse to send out its nuclear stocks abroad.

Britain: Deal Must Put the Bomb Beyond Iran's Reach

British Foreign Secretary says he believes a deal with Iran could be reached, insists it must place an atomic bomb "beyond reach".

Europeans Won't Punish Israel on Iran for Palestinian Policy

Even if Israel had more conciliatory policy, it probably wouldn't affect Iran talks, says expert.

Netanyahu Says Looming Iran Nuclear Deal 'Worse Than Feared'

PM sounds alarm over imminent deal, hours after Iranian defector reveals US negotiating team just parroting Iranian demands.

Iran's Foreign Minister Remains Optimistic as Talks Continue

"I think we can make the necessary progress," says Mohammad Javad Zarif after meetings in Switzerland.

Nuclear deal close?

British Foreign Secretary Ready to Join Iran Talks

In the latest sign a nuclear deal is imminent, Britain’s Philip Hammond says he was ready to join the talks this weekend.

Diplomat: 'Significant Progress' Made in Iran Talks

Diplomat says that major powers and Iran have made significant progress in talks, but several key differences remain.

Iran Deal Near Final; Rouhani Speaks to Putin, Hollande, Cameron

A series of phone calls with world leaders signals deal over nukes in the home stretch, says analyst.

Iran Rejects Snap Inspections of its Nuclear Sites

Iranian official says an IAEA request for inspections of Iran's nuclear sites "hinders efforts" to reach a deal.

Ya'alon: Spying on America? No Way

Defense Minister rejects Wall Street Journal report which claimed Israel had spied on the talks between Iran and Western powers.

Israel Denies It Spied on US

Jerusalem rejects Wall Street Journal report citing White House officials who accused Israel of spying on US-Iran talks.

Israel Spied on Iran Nuclear Talks, Says White House

Israel's eavesdropping allegedly revealed by communications among Israeli officials intercepted by US.

Saudi Minister: Don't Give Iran Deals it Doesn't Deserve

Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister warns against looming nuclear deal between Iran and West.

CIA Head: Deal or No, Pressure will Remain on Iran

Brennan says US will prevent Iran from getting nukes. If they try anyway, 'they know that they will do so at their peril.'

Steinitz in France: Last-Minute Effort to Influence Iran Talks

With 8 days left till nuke talks deadline, Intelligence Minister reportedly hopes France will toughen its stance still more.