Iranian Nuclear Program

Report:

Israel increasing its preparations for an attack on Iran

Top defense officials recently participated in five secret discussions on Iran.

Netanyahu:

'I'll do everything in my power to stop Iran from getting nukes'

PM says stopping Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons in interests of the entire world, not just Israel.

Iran:

'Reports on our uranium enrichment are slander'

Iran says reports that it has enriched uranium up to 84 percent are a distortion of the facts.

IAEA:

'We're discussing uranium enrichment with Iran'

UN's nuclear watchdog responds to reports that its inspectors found that Iran stepped up nuclear enrichment to 84%.

Report:

Iran makes significant step toward nuclear weapons

The IAEA has detected uranium enrichment levels of 84% purity, only 6% less than the amount needed to create a nuclear weapon.

Gallant:

'Iran in talks to sell advanced weapons to 50 countries'

Minister of Defense at Munich Security Conference: Keep all the possible means on the table to prevent Iran from gaining a nuclear weapon.

Iran:

'We welcome Iraq's efforts to help resume nuclear talks'

Spokesman for Iran's Foreign Ministry says Iran will seriously consider Iraq's efforts to play role in talks to restore 2015 deal.

Juniper Oak- what is Israel’s strike capacity against Iran?

The exercise was designed to simulate a joint US-Israel strike against Iran's nuclear facilities, but what if Israel is left alone? Op-ed.

IAEA chief:

'If talks with Iran fail, the situation could worsen'

Head of UN nuclear watchdog underscores urgency of resuscitating efforts to limit Iran’s nuclear program.

Iran:

'Diplomatic dynamism exists in talks to revive nuclear deal'

Spokesman for Iran’s Foreign Ministry says Iran welcomes goodwill efforts to resolve stalemate in nuclear talks.

Iran blasts IAEA's 'unprofessional and unacceptable' behavior

Iran slams IAEA over report on covert changes to equipment at the Fordow uranium enrichment plant.

Iran accuses:

Israel responsible for drone attack on missile factory

Iran's UN envoy: "Iran has the right to respond to the attack at any time and place."

IAEA blasts Iran over changes at Fordow plant

UN nuclear watchdog says in new report Iran made an undeclared change to uranium enrichment setup at the Fordow nuclear plant.

Former Navy commander: Israel needs to strike Iran this year

The former commander of the Israeli navy Vice Admiral Eliezer Marom says the Jewish State has run out of options.

Iranian media reports 'large blast' at military site

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

IAEA chief:

'Iran has enough material for several nuclear weapons'

Rafael Grossi says Iran has not yet built a nuclear weapon and the West should redouble efforts to stop it.

Pence:

'US should never re-enter the Iran nuclear deal'

Former Vice President says all negotiations with Iran should end, adds the Iran deal wouldn't prevent it from obtaining a nuclear weapon.

Support the Iranian protesters to dislodge the Mullahs

The ruthless mullahs of Iran are evil enough without the bomb. With the bomb, the end is truly at hand. Op-ed.

Iran's Foreign Minister:

'The window for nuclear talks is still open'

Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says Iran will alter course if the West doesn't change its behavior.

Iranian protesters feel a huge sense of betrayal

The Democrats seem to like to support diplomacy with the mullahs and that means no new Iran, no end to supporting terror, no freedom. Op-ed.

Watch: Iranian ad simulates 'fierce' response to Israeli strike

Iran says it would completely destroy the Dimona nuclear reactor and 'level' Tel Aviv and Haifa in two waves of precise rocket attacks.

Iran:

'We'll return to nuclear deal if our red lines are respected'

Iran's Foreign Minister: Our understanding is that the other parties (to the nuclear deal) are returning to realism.

State Department spokesman:

'Return to Iran deal is not on the agenda'

US State Department spokesperson Ned Price: The JCPOA hasn't been on the agenda for some time.

Iranian and EU officials meet amid stalled nuclear talks

Iran's Foreign Minister meets EU foreign policy chief on the sidelines of a summit in Jordan.

Biden caught on video saying Iran deal is 'dead'

Video from sidelines of recent election rally shows Biden telling woman that the 2015 deal is dead but the US won't formally announce it.

IAEA inspectors leave Iran after short visit

IAEA inspectors meet head of Iran's nuclear energy organization, do not say whether they addressed impasse.

Iran:

'Our uranium enrichment capacity is at record levels'

Announcement comes a day before UN nuclear monitors are set to visit the country.

IAEA team to visit Tehran in inquiry over undeclared particles

UN nuclear watchdog team will visit Tehran on Sunday aiming to resolve impasse over inquiry into undeclared uranium particles.

Saudi Foreign Minister:

'If Iran gets a nuclear weapon - all bets are off'

Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister says Iran's neighbors would act to shore up their security if Tehran were to obtain nuclear weapons.

Will the US allow Iran to nuke Israel if we annex Area C?

It seems as though we have reached a new threat level with the US administration. Op-ed.

Iran’s Foreign Minister:

'US seeking to cause chaos in Iran'

Iran’s Foreign Minister claims US is seeking to cause chaos in Iran to force concessions in nuclear talks.

Iran begins construction of new nuclear power plant

The plant, known as Karoon, will take eight years to build and cost around $2 billion.

Hillary Clinton:

'US should not be negotiating with Iran on anything right now'

Former Secretary of State says US should not be looking like it is seeking an agreement with Iran while suppresses protests.

Iran claims:

'US still sending messages on resumption of nuclear talks'

The indirect talks between the US and Iran have been on hold after US officials said the efforts have “hit a wall”.

Britain, France and Germany condemn Iran's uranium enrichment

Britain, France and Germany blast Iran after it announced it is enriching uranium to 60 percent at Fordow.

US 'deeply concerned' over Iran's nuclear progress

White House national security spokesman John Kirby: We will not allow Iran to achieve a nuclear weapons capability.

IAEA Director-General:

'Iran has enough material for more than one nuclear device'

IAEA chief Rafael Grossi says Iran can make a nuclear bomb but there is no indication it currently has a nuclear weapons program.

IAEA board passes resolution criticizing Iran

Iran furious after IAEA board of directors criticizes its lack of cooperation with probe: This resolution will have no result.

IAEA chief:

'I hope I can visit Tehran as part of probe'

IAEA head Rafael Grossi says he hopes planned visit to Tehran as part of probe into uranium traces found in Iran will still take place.

Western nations seek to censure Iran at IAEA

US, Britain, France and Germany submit motion to IAEA board censuring Iran over its lack of cooperation with the agency.

US envoy:

'Iran's actions turned our focus from nuclear deal'

US special envoy for Iran: Door is open to resume diplomacy with Iran, but for now - sanctions and pressure will continue.

Iranian official:

'We sent delegation to Vienna to address IAEA concerns'

The announcement follows latest IAEA report criticizing Tehran for continuing to bar the agency's officials from accessing nuclear sites.

IAEA report:

Iran further increases stockpile of highly enriched uranium

In its latest report, UN atomic watchdog says Iran has increased its enriched uranium by 6.7 kilograms since September.

Likud MK estimates:

'Netanyahu will attack Iran's nuclear facilities'

Outgoing MK Tzachi Hanegbi: Based on my 35-year acquaintance with Netanyahu, I believe he will act to thwart Iran's nuclear program.

US officials:

Iran seeking Russia’s help to bolster nuclear program

US intelligence suggests Iran has been asking Russia for help acquiring additional nuclear materials.

US envoy:

'We're not going to waste our time on Iran deal'

Rob Malley says US is currently focusing on the protests in Iran and its transfers of weapons to Ukraine.

Iranian President:

'US dragging its feet on return to nuclear deal'

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi blames the United States for the failure to revive the 2015 nuclear deal with Tehran.

Mass cyber hack to expose details of Iran's nuclear program?

A hacktivist group says it's gathered insider information about the people behind Iran's nuclear program.

State Department spokesman:

'A deal with Iran is not imminent'

State Department spokesperson: We’ve heard nothing to suggest Iran is prepared to change its approach, so no deal is in the offing.

White House spokesman:

'No imminent revival of Iran nuclear deal'

White House spokesman John Kirby says revival of 2015 agreement is not likely anytime in the near future.

State Department:

'Iran nuclear deal is not our focus right now'

US State Department spokesperson Ned Price: The Iranians have made very clear that this is not a deal that they have been prepared to make.

Survey:

Most Americans support diplomacy with Iran

Wide-ranging survey finds nearly 79 percent of US voters believe the United States should continue to pursue negotiations with Iran.

Iran:

'It is still possible to revive 2015 nuclear deal'

Spokesman for Iran’s Foreign Ministry: If the other side shows political will, it is possible that a deal will be reached.

The Yom Kippur War shows Israel needs nuclear power, never Iran

Remembering the Yom Kippur War proves that what is needed is not a return to the 2015 agreement with Iran and its zero breakout time. Op-ed.

US sanctions firms involved in shipping Iranian oil

The move is the latest attempt by Washington to bring Tehran back to negotiations on a return to 2015 nuclear deal.

Iranian negotiator to meet IAEA chief

Head of Iran's atomic energy agency to meet with the head of the UN's nuclear watchdog amid attempts to revive 2015 deal.

US official:

'Nuclear talks have hit a wall because of Iran's stance'

State Department official says nothing has happened this week to suggest Iran is willing to change its stance.

Watch: Raisi, Biden butt heads in UN speeches

Iran's leader pledged to continue his country's 'resistance' while Biden insisted a nuclear Iran will never come to fruition.

IAEA chief:

'The issues with Iran are not going to be wished away'

IAEA chief Rafael Grossi says his inspectors have limited access to Iran's nuclear facilities and hopes to meet Iranians in a few days.

French Foreign Minister:

'There will not be a better offer on the table for Iran'

France's Foreign Minister urges Iran to decide now whether to return to 2015 nuclear deal.