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Russia warns Iran against taking 'reckless steps'

Russia's Dep. FM Ryabkov warns Iran not to leave Non-Proliferation Treaty, says escalating tensions is 'counterproductive.'

Iran threatens to quit Non-Proliferation Treaty

Iran's Foreign Minister threatens to quit NPT if European countries continue "improper behavior".

Iran threatens to quit nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty

Iran's Foreign Minister says his country could leave NPT if the US tightens sanctions against it.

Arabs changing strategy on Israeli nuclear facilities

Senior diplomat confirms Arab states won't seek IAEA vote regarding the oversight of Israel’s nuclear facilities.

Arabs won't seek resolution against Israeli nuclear facilities

Arab states plan to break away from tradition and refrain from seeking a vote regarding the oversight of Israel’s nuclear facilities.

Obama Seeking 'Triple Play?' Report Says N. Korea Talks Next

After 'opening up' Iran and Cuba, a report says Obama has his eye on bringing North Korea into the 'family of nations,' as well.

Israel Thanks US for Opposing Nuke-Free Mideast Plan

UN conference on Non-Proliferation Treaty ended without agreement, after the US, Canada and Britain opposed Arab proposal.

Iran Demands Israel Renounce Nuclear Weapons

Speaking at NPT treaty, Iranian FM Mohammad Javad Zarif demands Israel 'renounce possession of nuclear weapons.'

Israel to Take Part in UN Non-Proliferation Conference

Hoping for ties with Arab countries on Iran, Israel will take part as an observer in a nuclear non-proliferation conference.

Iran to West: No Nukes for Us, or For You

An Iranian official at the UN is demanding a timetable for the world's nuclear powers to disarm.

UN Criticizes Israel for Not Joining Proliferation Treaty

United States and Canada among five countries to oppose Arab resolution criticizing Israel for refusing to join NPT.

Anti-Israel Resolution Defeated Again at IAEA Meeting

Arab countries' push for Israel to join Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty fails again, as Iran deal looms.

Egyptian FM: Israel Should Join NPT

The whole Middle East, including Israel, should rid itself of weapons of mass destruction, Egypt's Foreign Minister tells UN.

Rouhani to Israel: Sign Disarmament Treaty

Speaking at UN, Iran's president calls for a "nuclear-free zone" in the Middle East.

Secret Israeli-Finnish Nuclear Talks

A senior Finnish diplomat reportedly visited to discuss whether Israel would attend an NPT conference on the Middle East in Helsinki.

Jordan Going Nuclear

Jordan will announce the winning bidder for the construction of its first nuclear power plant in the coming months.

Dimona In Arab IAEA Delegates Crosshairs, Again

Arab ministers attending next weeks IAEA conference are expected to press for more safety protocols with special attention on the Mideast, Israel.

Diplomatic Victory for Israel in UN on Nuclear Treaty

Israel narrowly won a diplomatic victory in the United Nations when its atomic watchdog agency rejected Arabs demands that Israel sign the NPT.

Canadian Donates Millions to Israel for ‘Smart Classes’

A Canadian Jewish philanthropist’s gift of more than $4 million enables children in the north and south to learn in “smart classrooms.”

Steinitz Lauds PM's Gains in U.S. Trip

Finance Minister says declaration on nuclear cooperation means U.S. recognizes Israel's right to nuclear technology though it did not sign NPT.

Report: US Guaranteed Israel's Strategic Capabilities

Though their meeting has been called off, Obama is said to have already promised Netanyahu to maintain and bolster Israel's strategic capabilities.

MK Katz Rips Netanyahu for Obama Nuclear Decision

MK Katz: US support for nuclear call in which Israel is the only country mentioned by name is a personal slap in the face to PM Netanyahu.

Obama Government Backs Down on No-Nukes Draft; Israel Objects

Israel outrightly rejects a UN draft for a nuclear-free Middle East. The US withdrew its objections but leaves the Iranian threat up in the air.

Barak Says Obama Agrees with ‘Nuclear Ambiguity’

Barak says that President Obama agrees with Israel’s policy of “nuclear ambiguity.” Pressure grows for Israel to sign Non-Proliferation Treaty.

Former US Ambassador John Bolton: Obama Damages Israeli Security

John Bolton, ex-US ambassador to UN says on IDF Radio, "Obama harms Israeli security” with talk about a nuke-free Middle East. Listen to audio.

US Links De-Nuking Israel with Removing Iranian Threat

The US, which already has tied solving the Iranian nuclear threat with Israel’s agreeing to PA demands, now cites Israel’s nukes as the key.

Iran, Egypt Line Up Against US, Allies at UN Nuke Meeting

Iran and Egypt are preparing to fight the U.S. and its allies over Israel's rights at the United Nations nuclear non-proliferation treaty meeting.

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