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IAEA chief may visit Iran in the coming days
The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency, Rafael Grossi, expresses optimism about working constructively with US President-elect Donald Trump.
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Diverse narratives of an Israel-Iran War
Israel needs less faith in “common sense.” It needs more faith in disciplined and refined strategic reasoning. Such reasoning will have to be logic-based and dialectical. Opinion.
John Bolton:
'Israel missed its chance to srike Iran's nuclear sites'
Former National Security Advisor John Bolton explains the consequences of not targeting the Iranian nuclear weapons program along with its air defense sites.
Khamenei's adviser:
'We could change our policy on nuclear weapons'
Kamal Kharrazi, a close adviser to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, says Iran has the capability to develop nuclear weapons and may consider changing its policy on their use if confronted with an existential threat.
Report: Iran worried about potential Israeli attack
Tehran is anxious and working frantically to find a diplomatic solution which will prevent Israel from retaliating for the massive missile barrage earlier this month, sources tell CNN.
Iran's unusual message to Israel
Ahead of expected Israeli retaliation, Iran signals willingness to ignore 'limited' Israeli attack, report says.
Harris to Jewish voters:
'I will never allow Iran to acquire a nuclear weapon'
US Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate speaks to Jewish supporters ahead of Yom Kippur: I will never forget October 7, we all must work to ensure nothing like the horrors of that day can ever happen again.
Report:
US promised not to participate in attack on Iran's nuclear sites
US sends message via Saudi Arabia, promising Iran that it will not aid an attack on Iran's nuclear facilities; Iranian lawmakers call for progress on nuclear weapon.
We are in a regional war
Shaked: Destroy Iran's nuclear facilities
Former Justice Minister: Israel should take advantage of the opportunity of international legitimacy and destroy Iran's nuclear facilities.
An ironic opportunity for Israel: War with a not-yet nuclear Iran
Israel’s current war with a not-yet-nuclear Iran could represent the Jewish State’s last best chance to prevent nuclear war in the Middle East.
IAEA chief:
'Unlikely Iran will agree to reverse ban on our inspectors'
International Atomic Energy Agency Director-General Rafael Grossi says "the ship has sailed" on Iran reversing its ban on IAEA inspectors responsible for monitoring uranium enrichment at its nuclear sites.
IAEA chief:
'Greater willingness by Iran to engage on its nuclear program'
International Atomic Energy Agency chief Rafael Grossi says he hopes to travel to Tehran in October as the agency still seeks answers from Iran on its uranium enrichment.
Israel Atomic Energy director:
'There is no doubt Iran conducted a military nuclear program'
During the 68th International Atomic Energy General Conference, Israel Atomic Energy Commission Director General Moshe Edri commented on the regional challenges.
Report: Russia sharing nuclear secrets with Iran
Iran providing Russia with ballistic missiles in exchange for Russia sharing nuclear know-how, report says.
IAEA chief hopes to meet Iranian President
International Atomic Energy Agency chief Rafael Grossi says he hopes to hold talks with new Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian by November on improving Iran's cooperation with his agency.
IAEA report:
Iran has significantly expanded its stockpile of enriched uranium
International Atomic Energy Agency finds that Iran has significantly expanded its stockpile of uranium enriched to levels close to weapons-grade, defying international demands.
The looming shift in Iran: A glimmer of hope
The current regime, with its oppressive rule and dangerous ambitions, is not invincible. Opinion.
Khamenei opens the door to nuclear talks with the US
Iran's Supreme Leader says negotiations with the United States are possible, but tells the Cabinet: Do not trust the enemy.
Israel must surgically remove the Iranian malignant growth
The Islamic Republic's global terror campaign does not elicit a response from the Western world and, in fact, Iranian lobbyists , apologists and stooges operate freely in Washington. Israel may have to act alone as it did against Hamas and Hezbollah. Op-ed.
The long-term consequences of US intel leaks
Both the Obama-Biden and the Biden-Harris administrations have hindered Jerusalem’s efforts to block Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. Opinion.
Iran to resume testing detonators for nuclear bombs
Iran working to advance nuclear program by constructing missiles capable of carrying nuclear warhead, detonators for nuclear bombs, Iran International reports.
The Iranian regime: suicide or poisonous chalice?
The Iranian regime realizes that it faces the most dangerous war entrapment in its history. Op-ed.
Expecting an attack
Israel's law-based obligation to prevent Iranian nuclear weapons. Opinion.
Special to Arutz Sheva:
It's time to end Israel's nuclear ambiguity
Listening to Iran’s repeated threats to initiate aggressive war with Israel, something seems to have been overlooked: Israel is a nuclear power; Iran is not. Opinion.
House reps introduce:
Legislation to thwart Iranian nuclear development
Reps. Josh Gottheimer and Brian Mast announce the Bunker Buster Act, which authorizes the President to protect Israel with bomb capable of taking out Iran’s underground nuclear infrastructure.
Blinken:
'Iran could be weeks away from enough uranium for a bomb'
US Secretary of State says Iran is capable of producing fissile material for use in a nuclear weapon within "one or two weeks," points accusing finger at Trump for withdrawing from 2015 deal.
US warned Iran over its nuclear activities
Axios reports that the Biden administration sent a private warning to Iran last month expressing serious concerns about its activities that could be used for the production of a nuclear weapon.
Despite reformist president
US not expecting policy change from Iran
US officials point out that Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei calls the shots in Iran, say they are not ready to resume nuclear talks.
'He'll beg Iran for mercy':
Trump criticizes Biden's policy on Iran
Trump criticizes Biden over Iran's nuclear program: Under Trump, Iran was broke. Biden has made them rich.
IAEA report:
Iran installed four uranium-enriching machines at Fordow
UN atomic agency's latest report says Iran has installed half the advanced uranium-enriching machines it said earlier this month it would quickly add to its Fordow site.
US sanctions Iran over 'nuclear escalations'
US sanctions three companies based in the United Arab Emirates and which are accused of being involved in the transport of Iranian petroleum or petrochemical products, as well as 11 associated vessels.
Report:
Netanyahu re-establishes working groups on Iran nuclear threat
Israeli officials say revival of working groups comes in light of intelligence that Iran intends to accelerate its nuclear program during the post-US election transition period.
Netanyahu re-establishes working groups on Iran nuclear program
Officials tell Axios that Netanyahu two weeks ago re-established working groups made up of members of Israel's defense establishment, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the intelligence community to focus on Iran's nuclear program.
Iran to G7:
'Distance yourself from destructive policies'
Iran fires back after the Group of Seven condemns Iran's recent nuclear program escalation and threatens it with sanctions.
'A further escalation':
France, Germany, Britain condemn Iran's latest nuclear steps
France, Germany and Britain condemn Iran following latest IAEA reports which found it is further expanding its nuclear program.
IAEA:
Iran has activated new advanced centrifuges
UN's atomic energy agency says Iran has started up new cascades of advanced centrifuges and plans to install others in the coming weeks.
IAEA report:
Iran installed more centrifuges at Fordow plant
State Department says Washington and its allies are prepared to continue to increase pressure on Iran if it does not cooperate with the IAEA.
IAEA board passes resolution censuring Iran
International Atomic Energy Agency’s Board of Governors passes resolution calling on Iran to step up cooperation with the organization.
European powers seek to censure Iran at IAEA
Britain, France and Germany submit resolution to International Atomic Energy Agency’s Board of Governors, censuring Iran over its lack of cooperation with the agency.
America’s double game on Iran
The Biden administration’s strategy endangers not just Israel but America and the free world. Op-ed.
IAEA report:
Iran increases its uranium enriched to near weapons-grade level
New report by UN's nuclear watchdog finds Iran has further increased its stockpile of uranium enriched up to 60%.
Raisi's demise will thrill many Iranians
However, the depth of the tragedy lies in the fact that Iranians can envision no future other than disaster for their depleted and exhausted nation. Opinion.
IAEA chief:
'Talk in Iran about change in nuclear policy must stop'
IAEA chief Rafael Grossi: The loose talk about nuclear weapons in Iran is extremely serious for me. And I think it should stop.
Iranian lawmaker claims:
'We already have nuclear weapons'
Iranian lawmaker claims the Islamic Republic of Iran possesses atomic weapons but isn't officially announcing it.
The "Biden Effect"
Israel "escalation dominance" and nuclear war with Iran. Three catastrophic scenarios have now been rendered more likely by US President Joe Biden’s embargo on terror-fighting weapons to Israel. Opinion.
IAEA chief:
'Iran's cooperation is completely unsatisfactory'
UN atomic watchdog chief Rafael Grossi blasts Iran over its continued failure to cooperate with the IAEA's probe of its nuclear program.
IAEA chief arrives for a visit in Tehran
International Atomic Energy Agency chief Rafael Grossi expected to speak at a conference and meet officials for talks on Tehran's nuclear program.
IAEA chief to visit Iran
The visit comes amid ongoing tensions between Iran and the IAEA over the Islamic Republic’s nuclear program.
Iran claims:
'Nuclear weapons have no place in our doctrine'
After Revolutionary Guards commander threatened Israel, its Foreign Ministry insists the country's nuclear program is for peaceful purposes.
Iran threatens US if Israel retaliates
In effort to deter Israel from retaliating after Iran attacked with 300 UAV and missiles, Islamic Republic threatens to attack US interests and advance nuclear program.
To deter Israeli retaliation:
IRGC commander threatens Iran could review 'nuclear doctrine'
Iranian military leader warns country could pursue nuclear weapons in attempt to deter Israel from retaliating for Saturday night's massive attack.
ATTACK FROM IRAN:
A law-based opportunity for Israel to prevent Iran's nuclear arms
This is not a moment for Israeli strategic thinking to become confused or shortsighted. Opinion.
Report:
Iran closer than ever to nuclear weapons
Washington Post report finds Iran engaged in flurry of activity at Fordow facility, enriching uranium at increased rate, could have enough for 3 bombs in days,
Iranian Opposition Figure to Congress:
'If we don’t hit Iran soon, it will become nuclear'
Iranian Opposition figure and former political prisoner Vahid Beheshti spoke at an event arranged by the Middle East Forum in Congress on Thursday. At the event, he called on the American leadership and decision-makers to wake up, directly face the threat of the Iranian regime, and act to defeat it.
Israel’s new long arm
Time is running out for us to stop the Iranians from developing a nuclear weapons arsenal. Before this happens, the window of opportunity provided by long range, nuclear armed, precision guided ballistic missiles must be exploited. Opinion.
US sanctions Iran weapons-procurement networks
US imposes new sanctions on three procurement networks that are supporting Iran’s ballistic missile, nuclear and defense programs.
US threatens IAEA action against Iran
US threatens future action against Iran at UN nuclear watchdog if it continues its failure to cooperate in probe of uranium traces.
US to Iran:
'Dilute all your highly enriched uranium'
Responding to latest IAEA report, US calls on Iran to dilute all of the uranium it has enriched to up to 60% purity.
Nuclear War with Iran: Science-based options
At some point, a nuclear war involving Israel may become more imaginable. Israel’s corresponding responsibility should be to prepare prudently and systematically for all contingencies, as outlined below. Op-ed.
IAEA report:
Iran has further increased its stockpile of uranium
UN nuclear watchdog says Iran continues to bar its most seasoned inspectors from monitoring its nuclear program.