September 2006 - Iran Special Weapons News

President: Iranian nation determined to gain its nuclear right IRNA 30 Sep 2006 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said here Saturday that the Iranian nation is determined to gain its right to nuclear technology and that no one is authorized to deprive Iranians of such a legal and inalienable right.
Ukraine denies sale of sophisticated radar to Iran IRNA 29 Sep 2006 -- Kiev on Friday ruled out certain media reports that it wants to sell Kolchuga early warning radar systems to Iran.
Iranian Government Behind Shipping Weapons to Iraq AFPS 28 Sep 2006 -- The Iranian government is behind shipping components used to make improvised explosive devices to Iraqi insurgents, a senior intelligence official in Iraq said yesterday.
Defense Department Outlines Links Between Iraq, Iran Washignton File 28 Sep 2006 -- The deputy chief of staff of intelligence for multinational forces in Iraq says the coalition continues its effort to block foreign influence—including that of neighboring Iran.
Kiriyenko: Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant fully accords int'l laws IRNA 28 Sep 2006 -- Head of Russia's Federal Atomic Energy Agency, Sergei Kiriyenko, said on Thursday that Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant project is in full accordance with international criteria and laws.
Russia nuclear chief sees no obstacles to cooperation with Iran RIA Novosti 28 Sep 2006 -- Russia's nuclear chief said Thursday he sees no obstacles to cooperation with Iran in the nuclear sphere.
Solana: Nuclear Talks with Iran Make Progress, No Deal VOA 28 Sep 2006 -- European Union foreign policy chief Javier Solana says there has been some progress, but no deal reached in nuclear talks with Iran.
Rice Says Time Is Running Out for Iran To Suspend Enrichment Washignton File 2 Sep 2006 -- The United States is willing to give European Union negotiator Javier Solana a bit more time to see if he can arrive at a solution that would draw Iran back into negotiations over its nuclear program before moving ahead with sanctions in the U.N. Security Council, but Iran’s time is running out, according to Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice.
Russia observing safety requirements for Bushehr power plant: official IRNA 27 Sep 2006 -- Russia's foremost consideration in its ongoing construction work on the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant is to ensure safety, a Russian nuclear official said here Wednesday.
Iran's Larijani arrives in Berlin for talks with EU's Solana RIA Novosti 27 Sep 2006 -- Iran's top nuclear negotiator has arrived in Berlin to discuss Iran's nuclear research program with the European Union's foreign policy chief, Iran's Supreme National Security Council said Wednesday.
Blix Urges Security Guarantees for Iran VOA 27 Sep 2006 -- Former U.N. weapons inspection chief Hans Blix says Iran should be given security guarantees in exchange for an agreement on Iran's nuclear ambitions.
RFE/RL Iran Report, Volume 9, Number 35 26 Sep 2006
Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant to become operational by Nov 2007 IRNA 26 Sep 2006 -- President of Russia's Atom Stroi Export Company Sergei Shmatko declared on Tuesday that supply of nuclear fuel for Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant will take place in March 2007 and that the project will become operational in November 2007.
Bushehr power plant to be inaugurated in Nov 2007: Russia IRNA 26 Sep 2006 -- Nuclear fuel for the Bushehr power plant will be delivered to Iran in March 2007 and the power plant will definitely be inaugurated in November 2007, a Russian nuclear official said here Tuesday.
Russian, Iranian Officials Agree on Bushehr Nuclear Plant Launch Date VOA 26 Sep 2006 -- Senior Iranian and Russian nuclear officials have agreed that Iran's Russian-built Bushehr nuclear power plant will officially open next September and begin producing electricity by November 2007.
Iran, EU will not discuss uranium enrichment moratorium RIA Novosti 26 Sep 2006 -- Iran's top nuclear negotiator and the EU foreign policy chief will not discuss Tehran's moratorium on uranium enrichment, the vice president of the Iranian National Atomic Energy Organization said Tuesday.
Iran seeking balance between commitments, rights based on NPT: FM IRNA 25 Sep 2006 -- Minister of Foreign Affairs Manouchehr Mottaki referring to Iranian nation's right in being benefitted from the nuclear technology, said here on Monday, "Iran is currently seeking a way to make balance between its rights and its commitments."
Aqazadeh seeks Iran's partnership in Bushehr power plant IRNA 25 Sep 2006 -- Iran's Vice President Gholam-Reza Aqazadeh said here Monday that Iran has proposed to the Russians to give a share to Iranians in the project for completion of Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant.
Aqazadeh, Kiriyenko discuss completion of Bushehr power plant IRNA 25 Sep 2006 -- In the first round of talks between Reza Aqazadeh and Sergei Kiriyenko in Moscow, the existing obstacles on completion and commissioning of Bushehr Nuclear Powerplant was discussed, Deputy Head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization (IAEO) in International Affairs and Planning Mohammad Saeedi told IRNA.
Aqazadeh: Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant should be implemented in 6 months IRNA 25 Sep 2006 -- The visiting Vice-President and head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Gholam-Reza Aqazadeh in Moscow on Monday conferred with Russian officials on completion of Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant as well as Iran's nuclear case.
New unmanned aircraft delivered to armed forces IRNA 25 Sep 2006 -- A new generation of unmanned aircraft was delivered to the Islamic Republic of Iran Army and the Islamic Revolution's Guard Corps (IRGC) on Sunday on the third day of Sacred Defense Week, marked annually in Iran every Sept 22-28.
Iran: Israel Views Threats With Increasing Seriousness RFE/RL 25 Sep 2006 -- Israel's foreign minister, Tzipi Livni, recently accused Iranian leaders of opposing the world's "values."
Iran Says Nuclear Talks 'On Track' RFE/RL 25 Sep 2006 -- Iran's foreign minister said today that nuclear talks between top Iranian and European negotiators are "on track."
Russia, France, Germany favor diplomatic solution of Iran issue RIA Novosti 23 Sep 2006 -- Russia, France and Germany are committed to a diplomatic resolution of the Iranian nuclear issue, the Russian leader said Saturday.
Rice Dismisses Iran's Conditions on Nuclear Talks Washington File 22 Sep 2006 -- The United States rejects Iran’s conditions on the suspension of its nuclear enrichment program, Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice said following a Security Council meeting.
Iran's military capabilities underlined IRNA 22 Sep 2006 -- Top Iranian army commander, Brigadier General Ayatollah Salehi, stressed on Friday that Iran's Armed Forces are capable of defeating enemies.
Nuclear bomb development against Iran's doctrine IRNA 22 Sep 2006 -- Iran is not seeking a nuclear bomb because not only has it no place in today's relations, but also the Supreme Leader has ordered ban on nuclear bomb development, President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad told reporters on Thursday.
Iran's nuclear case is on a positive track: President IRNA 22 Sep 2006 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said here on Thursday talks over Iran's nuclear case is moving on a "positive track".
Iran: Early Race For Clerical Assembly Gets Bitter RFE/RL 22 Sep 2006 -- Early competition to head the Assembly of Experts, the influential assembly that oversees the work of the supreme leader, pits a pragmatic former president against a fundamentalist seminarian with close ties to the current president
French, German, Russian Leaders to Discuss Iran Nuclear Issues VOA 22 Sep 2006 -- The leaders of France, Russia and Germany are meeting in Paris Saturday for talks expected to focus on Iran's nuclear ambitions and the Middle East.
Analysis: Iran's Leader Makes the Rounds cfr.org 21 Sep 2006 -- For the president of a state the United States has sought to isolate and sanction, it has been a fruitful week for Mahmoud Ahmadinejad
Mottaki: Resumption of talks will lead to better understanding IRNA 21 Sep 2006 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said here Wednesday resumption of consultations will help forge better understanding between Iran and the EU.
Larijani: IAEA supervision best guarantee for Iran's nuclear activities IRNA 21 Sep 2006 -- The International Atomic Energy Agency's supervision over Iran's peaceful nuclear activities is the best guarantee, said Iran's top nuclear negotiator Ali Larijani in Damascus on Wednesday.
Ahmedinejad Again Denies Iran is Building Nuclear Weapons VOA 21 Sep 2006 -- Iran's President Mahmoud Ahmedinejad has denied his country is seeking nuclear weapons.
Briefing: Ahmadinejad Spars With CFR Members cfr.org 20 Sep 2006 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad of Iran sparred with a blue-ribbon group from the Council on Foreign Relations for ninety minutes Wednesday on virtually every contentious issue between the United States and Iran.
Larijani: IAEA supervision best guarantee for Iran's nuclear activities IRNA 20 Sep 2006 -- The International Atomic Energy Agency's supervision over Iran's peaceful nuclear activities is the best guarantee, said Iran's top nuclear negotiator Ali Larijani in Damascus on Wednesday.
Supreme Leader: A nation advocating peace needs defense capability IRNA 20 Sep 2006 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei on Wednesday attended graduation ceremony held for cadets of Imam Khomeini Navy Academy in Nowshahr on Wednesday.
Iran's nuclear activities transparent, peaceful, monitored by IAEA: President Ahmadinejad IRNA 20 Sep 2006 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad here on Tuesday said that all nuclear activities of Iran were peaceful, transparent and monitored by the UN nuclear watchdog.
Iran, EU to discuss nuclear issue next week RIA Novosti 20 Sep 2006 -- Tehran's chief nuclear negotiator Ali Larijani, and the European Union foreign policy chief, Javier Solana, will hold talks on Iran's controversial nuclear program next week, Iran's National Security Council said Wednesday.
President Ahmadinejad's address at UNGA IRNA 20 Sep 2006 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's address to the 61st annual session of the UN General Assembly in New York delivered on September 19, 2006
Ahmadinejad Reaffirms Iran's Right to Enrich Uranium VOA 20 Sep 2006 -- Iran's President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, in a U.N. General Assembly speech late Tuesday, stood firm behind what he said was his country's right to enrich uranium as part of a nominally peaceful nuclear program.
Congressional Critics Blast Iran on Human Rights VOA 20 Sep 2006 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's address to the United Nations coincided with sharp criticism of the Iranian leader in the U.S. Congress
U.S. Urges Iran To Halt Nuclear Program, Resume Negotiations Washington File 19 Sep 2006 -- The United States is prepared to enter into diplomatic discussions with Iran for the first time since the 1979 hostage crisis at the U.S. Embassy in Tehran if Iran verifiably suspends its uranium enrichment activities.
President Bush Addresses United Nations General Assembly The White House 19 Sep 2006
Bush, Chirac Say They Are in Agreement Over Iran VOA 19 Sep 2006 -- President Bush and French President Jacques Chirac say they are in absolute agreement on the need for Iran to suspend its nuclear enrichment activities before any negotiations over the country's nuclear program
Aqazadeh: Iran to continue cooperation with IAEA IRNA 19 Sep 2006 -- Iran's cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will continue in the best possible manner within framework of the Agency's safeguards, Vice-President Gholam Reza Aqazadeh said on Tuesday.
Ahmadinejad: Iran Has Better Ideas About How To Manage World Affairs VOA 19 Sep 2006 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad says the state of affairs in the modern world is "disappointing," and that Iran has some ideas about how to better manage world problems.
New Report: Administration Moving Forward on Plans for Bombing Attacks in Iran The Century Foundation 18 Sep 2006 -- In a new report for The Century Foundation, Retired Air Force Colonel Sam Gardiner warns that some in the Bush administration are making the case for air strikes aimed not only at setting back Iran’s nuclear program, but also at toppling the country’s government
EU, US Divide Over Iran Nuclear Program Widens VOA 18 Sep 2006 -- French President Jacques Chirac called Monday for more negotiations with Iran, and said he opposed threatening Tehran with sanctions at the moment
Iran strongly criticizes US for withholding visa for some members of president's entourage IRNA 18 Sep 2006 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Mohammad Ali Hosseini on Monday strongly criticized the US administration for withholding visa for some members of Iranian delegation led by President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad to take part in annual meeting of the United Nations General Assembly.
Bushehr reactor to be launched Sept 2007 - Kiriyenko IRNA 18 Sep 2006 -- Under the current timetable the physical launch of the first reactor at Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant is due in September 2007.
Elham: All points about Iran's nuclear case can be discussed IRNA 18 Sep 2006 -- Government Spokesman Gholam-Hossein Elham said here Monday that all of the points associated with Iran's nuclear issue can be brought up and discussed during nuclear talks.
Aqazadeh delivers a speech at IAEA 50th Annual General Confab IRNA 18 Sep 2006 -- Vice President and Head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization Gholam-Reza Aqazadeh delivered a speech at the IAEA 50th Annual General Conference (September 18-22) at the Austria Center in Vienna on Monday morning.
Russia's nuclear chief says Iran NPP to be launched in Nov. 2007 RIA Novosti 18 Sep 2006 -- Russia's nuclear chief said Monday a nuclear power plant under construction in southern Iran will be launched in November 2007.
Iran's nuclear chief to visit Russia on Bushehr NPP next week RIA Novosti 18 Sep 2006 -- The head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization said Monday he will visit Russia next week.
Chirac: Iran Should Not be Referred to UN if Agrees to Nuclear Freeze VOA 18 Sep 2006 -- French President Jacques Chirac says the international community should not refer Iran to the U.N. Security Council over its nuclear program if Tehran agrees to suspend uranium enrichment during negotiations.
14th NAM summit ends in Havana supporting Iran nuclear right IRNA 17 Sep 2006 -- The Non-Aligned Movement's member states ended their 14th summit here Saturday evening issuing a final document and a separate statement supporting Iran's peaceful nuclear activities.
NAM issues statement in support of Iran nuclear case IRNA 17 Sep 2006 -- Member sates of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) issued a separate statement Saturday night at the end of their 14th summit supporting Iran nuclear issue.
Iran Wins Backing From Non-Aligned Bloc RFE/RL 17 Sep 2006 -- A summit of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) has ended in the Cuban capital, Havana, with Iran winning solid support in its nuclear row with the West.
IAEA complains of 'outrageous' inaccuracies in Iran report to House Intelligence Committee IRNA 16 Sep 2006 -- A recent U.S. House of Representatives committee report on Iran's nuclear capability is "outrageous and dishonest" in trying to make a case that Tehran's program is geared toward making weapons, a senior official of the International Atomic Energy Agency said.
Ahmadinejad calls for expansion of ties with DPRK IRNA 16 Sep 2006 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad in a meeting with the Chairman of Supreme People's Assembly of Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) Kim Yong Nam urged that mutual relations should expand in all fields.
Iran's N-activities not a threat to states: President IRNA 16 Sep 2006 -- Visiting Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said here Friday that Iran's peaceful nuclear activities do not constitute a threat to any country.
EU 'Making Progress' in Iran Nuclear Talks VOA 16 Sep 2006 -- European Union foreign policy chief Javier Solana says negotiators are "really making progress" on resolving the standoff over Iran's nuclear program.
EU Ministers Encourage 'Momentum' In Iran Talks RFE/RL 15 Sep 2006 -- European Union foreign ministers meeting in Brussels today expressed hope for a "breakthrough" in contacts with Iran over the country's nuclear project.
Bush Will Not Meet With Ahmadinejad VOA 15 Sep 2006 -- President Bush says he will not meet with Iran's leader on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly next week
Blix ridicules demand on Iran to suspend enrichment activity prior to talks IRNA 15 Sep 2006 -- Former UN chief weapons inspector Hans Blix said Friday that that it was not important to look into what Iran's intentions are today.
Cleric advises EU not to let US pull its leg IRNA 15 Sep 2006 -- Provisional Friday Prayer Leader of Tehran Seyyed Ahmad Khatami here in his second sermon advised the Europeans not to permit the Americans to pull their legs.
FM spokesman: Negotiations best way out of nuclear standoff IRNA 15 Sep 2006 -- Iran believes that negotiation is the only way out of its current nuclear standoff with the West, said new Foreign Ministry spokesman Mohammad-Ali Hosseini on Thursday
Soltanieh calls his US counterpart to debate on Iran's nuclear case IRNA 15 Sep 2006 -- Iran's envoy to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Ali-Asghar Soltanieh here Thursday invited the US envoy to IAEA, Gregory Schulte, to debate on Iran's nuclear activities.
Speaker: US seeking pretexts to oppose Iran IRNA 15 Sep 2006 -- Majlis Speaker Gholam-Ali Haddad-Adel said in Bishkek on Thursday that the US keeps seeking pretexts to oppose Iran and that its current excuse is the country's nuclear issue.
U.S.: Iranian-American To Be First Female Civilian In Space RFE/RL 15 Sep 2006 -- When she was a girl, Anousheh Ansari used to lie on her back outside and gaze at the night sky
Iranian Official Complains U.S. Blocked His UN Visit RFE/RL 15 Sep 2006 -- Iranian Interior Minister Mostafa Pur-Mohammadi has complained to the United Nations that U.S. authorities have blocked his participation in a UN gathering by failing to issue him a visa.
Iran sanctions possible if it threatens global security - Lavrov RIA Novosti 15 Sep 2006 -- Sanctions may be imposed on Iran if it is a real threat to international security, the Russian foreign minister said Friday.
Russia will still cooperate with Iran - FM Lavrov RIA Novosti 15 Sep 2006 -- The ratification by Russia of the International Convention for the Suppression of Acts of Nuclear Terrorism will not restrict the country's cooperation with Iran, the Russian foreign minister said Friday.
Iran Sanctions Would Not End Diplomacy, U.S. Envoy Says Washington File 14 Sep 2006 -- The U.N. Security Council should impose sanctions on Iran as part of ongoing diplomacy aimed at convincing the government in Tehran to halt its uranium enrichment activities, a senior U.S. envoy told the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on September 13.
Speaker: US seeking pretexts to oppose Iran IRNA 14 Sep 2006 -- Majlis Speaker Gholam-Ali Haddad-Adel said in Bishkek on Thursday that the US keeps seeking pretexts to oppose Iran and that its current excuse is the country's nuclear issue.
French FM supports holding talks with Iran on its nuclear issue IRNA 14 Sep 2006 -- French Foreign Minister Philippe Douste-Blazy has once more said that his country supports holding talks with Iran.
Chinese PM reaffirms 'no' to Iran sanctions IRNA 14 Sep 2006 -- Chinese Prime Minister Wen Jiabao on Thursday reiterated his opposition to imposing sanctions against Iran over its nuclear program, DPA reported.
IAEA has found no diversion in Iran nuclear program, Soltanieh IRNA 14 Sep 2006 -- Iranian Ambassador to International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Ali Asghar Soltanieh said on Thursday that the agency has found no diversion in Iranian nuclear program and that the case has been forwarded to the Security Council by political influence of a certain state.
Report: Iraqi PM Calls on Iran to Stop Interfering in Iraq's Affairs VOA 14 Sep 2006 -- Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki has reportedly called on Iran to stop interfering in Iraq's affairs, saying it is having a "negative" impact on his country.
Ahmadinejad Calls For More Dialogue RFE/RL 14 Sep 2006 -- Iranian President Mahmud Ahmadinejad said today he believes Iran's nuclear standoff with the West can be settled through dialogue.
Iran Prepares for 'New Conditions' to Settle Nuclear Dispute VOA 14 Sep 2006 -- Iran's president says his country is open to what he calls "new conditions" to resolve the standoff with the West over Iran's nuclear program.
China Urges Iran to Cooperate with IAEA VOA 14 Sep 2006 -- China has urged Iran to heed the concerns of the international community and cooperate with the United Nations nuclear watchdog
IAEA Complains About US House Committee Report on Iran VOA 14 Sep 2006 -- U.N. inspectors have complained to the Bush administration and a Congressional committee about its recent report on Iran's nuclear program, calling parts of the document "outrageous and dishonest."
RFE/RL Iran Report, Volume 9, Number 34 13 Sep 2006
Rice Says Major Powers to Discuss Iran Sanctions in New York VOA 13 Sep 2006 -- Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice said Wednesday foreign ministers of major world powers will meet in New York as early as next week to discuss sanctions against Iran
Annan: Most Middle East Leaders See Iraq as 'Disaster' VOA 13 Sep 2006 -- U.N. Secretary-General Kofi Annan says most leaders he visited on his recent trip to the Middle East told him the U.S. campaign in Iraq has been a disaster for them
Spokesman dismisses accusing other countries of Iraq insurgency IRNA 13 Sep 2006 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Mohammad Ali Hosseini said on Wednesday that occupying forces blame other countries for the insurgency in Iraq thus helping terrorists hide themselves under such baseless allegations.
Supreme Leader: Prosperity of Iraqi nation equal to that of Iranian, regional people IRNA 13 Sep 2006 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei in a meeting with Iraqi Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki here Wednesday said that the prosperity and progress of the Iraqi nation are equal to those of Iranian and regional people.
Iran wants a secure, developed Iraq in region: minister IRNA 13 Sep 2006 -- Interior Minister Mostafa Pour-Mohammadi here on Tuesday evening stressed that Iran wants "a secure and developed Iraq" within its neighborhood.
Larijani terms Iraq a "natural ally" of Iran IRNA 13 Sep 2006 -- Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Larijani said here Tuesday that Iraq is a "natural ally" of Iran.
Iranian Leader Says Iraq Safer Without U.S. Troops RFE/RL 13 Sep 2006 -- Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei today told Iraqi Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki that one way of helping to restore stability in Iraq would be for the U.S.-led military coalition to pull out of the country.
Report: Europe ready for compromise on Iran nuclear issue IRNA 13 Sep 2006 -- Europe is poised to compromise on Iran's nuclear program in a step that could break the year-long standoff over Tehran's nuclear ambitions, the European daily Financial Times reported in its main first-page story Wednesday.
Secretary-General encouraged by ‘slight shift’ in Iran’s position on nuclear talks UN News Centre 13 Sep 2006 -- Secretary-General Kofi Annan today called for renewed efforts to reach a negotiated solution to the impasse over Iran’s nuclear enrichment programme, noting that he detected a “slight shift” in the country’s position.
Washington Calls on UN Security Council to Impose Sanctions on Iran VOA 13 Sep 2006 -- The United States has called on the United Nations Security Council to impose sanctions on Iran because of its nuclear activities.
IAEA Letter on Iran Report by House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, Subcommittee on Intelligence Policy International Atomic Energy Agency 12 Sep 2006 -- "I would like to draw your attention to the fact that the Staff Report of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, Subcommittee on Intelligence Policy, date 23 August 2006, entitled “Recognizing Iran as a Strategic Threat: An Intelligence Challenge for the United States”, contains some erroneous, misleading and unsubstantiated information."
US Cautious Over Iran's Offer to Help Control Insurgency in Iraq VOA 12 Sep 2006 -- The United States has reacted cautiously to Iran's offer to help bring the insurgency in Iraq under control.
President terms as "excellent" Iran-Iraq ties IRNA 12 Sep 2006 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad here Tuesday assessed as "excellent" bilateral ties between the Iranian and Iraqi governments and nations.
Iraqi PM officially welcomed by Ahmadinejad IRNA 12 Sep 2006 -- Visiting Iraqi Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki here Tuesday was officially welcomed by Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.
Iran: Ahmadinejad Declares Ties With Iraq 'Excellent' RFE/RL 12 Sep 2006 -- Iranian President Mahmud Ahmadinejad today pledged to help authorities in neighboring Iraq to stabilize their country
Analysis: Hints of Compromise on Iran cfr.org 12 Sep 2006 -- Concessions, compromise, and confidence-building measures—the hallmarks of any diplomatic deal—have been somewhat lacking in negotiations with Iran
Rice Cautious About Iranian Nuclear Proposal Washington File 12 Sep 2006 -- Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice remains cautious about a reported proposal from Iran to suspend its uranium enrichment activities for two months in an effort to return to negotiations with the international community over its nuclear program, but said that if Iran is prepared to suspend its activities, the international community is prepared to engage in discussions.
Iran Offers Security Help to Visiting Iraqi Prime Minister VOA 12 Sep 2006 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad says he has offered to help Iraq establish security and stability and bring its insurgency under control.
U.S. Open To Talks If Iran Suspends Nuclear Work RFE/RL 11 Sep 2006 -- U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice has reiterated that Iran must halt its nuclear activities before the West opens negotiations on an incentive program.
IAEA chief says efforts to assess Iran’s nuclear activities are at an impasse UN News Centre 11 Sep 2006 -- The Director-General of the United Nations International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) today expressed “serious concern” about Iran’s lack of cooperation in allowing investigators to determine whether the country’s nuclear programme is for peaceful or military aims.
Former Iranian President Denounces Bin Laden VOA 11 Sep 2006 -- Iran's former president, Mohammed Khatami, has denounced Osama bin Laden as a criminal who betrays Islam's message of peace and justice.
IAEA Discussing Iran's Nuclear Program RFE/RL 11 Sep 2006 -- The chief of the UN nuclear watchdog today welcomed progress in talks between the European Union and Iran over Tehran's disputed uranium enrichment program.
President: Problems can be solved through dialogue IRNA 10 Sep 2006 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad in a meeting with the President of inter-Parliamentary Union Pier Ferdinando Casini here Sunday said that problems can be solved and agreement can be reached through talks, unless some parties are determined to promote injustice and insist on cruelty.
Asefi lambasts US decision to halt banking deals of Iranian bank with American financial system IRNA 10 Sep 2006 -- US move to halt banking deals of Bank Saderat of Iran with American financial system is a mistake, said Foreign Ministry spokesman Hamid-Reza Asefi on Sunday.
Asefi called on UNSC members to defend Iran's nuclear right IRNA 10 Sep 2006 -- Iran called on all member states of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to defend Tehran's legitimate right on nuclear issue, Foreign Ministry Spokesman Hamid-Reza Asefi said on Sunday.
Asefi urges EU to follow a rational path in 2nd round of talks IRNA 10 Sep 2006 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Hamid-Reza Asefi expressed hope on Sunday in the second round of Larijani-Solana talks in Vienna, the European side "will adopt a reasonable policy."
No deadlock on Iran nuclear case - Asefi IRNA 10 Sep 2006 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Hamid-Reza Asefi rejected on Sunday the idea that Iran nuclear case has reached a deadlock.
Iran, EU say progress made at nuclear talks RIA Novosti 10 Sep 2006 -- Iran's top nuclear negotiator and the EU foreign policy chief said Sunday they had made progress at talks over Tehran's uranium enrichment program.
European, Iranian Negotiators Report Progress VOA 10 Sep 2006 -- A senior European diplomat and Iran's chief nuclear negotiator say they have made progress in talks over Iran's nuclear program.
Former Iranian President Condemns September 11 Attacks VOA 09 Sep 2006 -- Former Iranian President Mohammad Khatami has condemned the September 11, 2001 attacks against the United States, during a speech just outside Washington.
Davoodi: No logic can justify Iran's non-access to nuclear energy IRNA 09 Sep 2006 -- Iran's vice-president Parviz Davoodi said here Saturday that no logic can justify Iran's abandonment of nuclear activities.
Haddad-Adel: Door open for nuclear talks IRNA 09 Sep 2006 -- The door is open for talks on Iran's peaceful nuclear program, said Majlis speaker Gholam-Ali Haddad-Adel here on Friday.
Iran, EU Begin Critical Nuclear Talks > VOA 09 Sep 2006 -- Iran and the European Union have opened a meeting that may represent Tehran's last chance to avoid international sanctions for its nuclear program.
Larijani: Iran willing to hold positive, constructive talks IRNA 08 Sep 2006 -- Iran's top nuclear negotiator Ali Larijani on Friday reiterated Iran's willingness for positive and constructive talks with Europe.
Mottaki: Iran welcomes talks on its nuclear issue IRNA 08 Sep 2006 -- Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said in Minsk on Thursday that Iran welcomes talks on its peaceful nuclear program, considering it as the sole proper option for building multi-lateral understanding.
Larijani: Logic, bases, fundamentals of nuclear talks should be clarified IRNA 08 Sep 2006 -- Iran's chief nuclear negotiator Ali Larijani said here Thursday that before any talk on flexibility, its logic, bases and fundamentals should be made clear.
Planned European-Iranian Meeting Does Not Dissuade US from Seeking Sanctions VOA 08 Sep 2006 -- European and Iranian officials are to meet Saturday to discuss the simmering nuclear issue. The United States, however, plans to continue to push for sanctions against Iran
US Blacklists Leading Iranian Bank VOA 08 Sep 2006 -- The Bush administration said Friday it is cutting off a major Iranian bank from having any dealings with U.S. banks because of alleged links to terrorism
Iran: Former President Appeals For Understanding RFE/RL 08 Sep 2006 -- Former Iranian President Mohammad Khatami told a crowd at Washington's National Cathedral on September 7 that the language of threats must end between Washington and Tehran.
US Wants Sanction Resolution on Iran VOA 08 Sep 2006 -- The United States says it expects the U.N. Security Council to begin work on a resolution to sanction Iran over its nuclear program as early as next week.
Iran produces 1st laser-guided bomb 'Herald' IRNA 07 Sep 2006 -- Defense Minister Brigadier General Mostafa Najjar said here Thursday that the army has successfully test fired a 2000-pound laser-guided bomb named 'Qassedak' (Herald) which serves to enhance national defense capability.
Bushehr power plant under full IAEA supervision: Asefi IRNA 07 Sep 2006 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Hamid-Reza Asefi said here Wednesday that construction of the 1,000mw Bushehr power plant, 93 percent of which is already completed, is under full supervision of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
Government spokesman reacts to Bush remarks on Ahmadinejad IRNA 07 Sep 2006 -- IRI Government Spokesman Gholam-Hossein Elham reacted here on Wednesday to 'angry and unrealistic remarks' made by US President George W. Bush about President Ahmadinejad.
Ahmadinejad says he is ready for debate with Bush at UN General Assembly IRNA 07 Sep 2006 -- Iran's President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad repeating his previous remark that "those who reject debate fear their nation's intellect and rationalism", emphasized here on Wednesday, "We are ready for a debate with the Americans at UN General Assembly."
More Nations See Through Iran's Nuclear Claims, U.S. Envoy Says Washington File 07 Sep 2006 -- An increasing number of nations are agreeing with the United States that Iran’s nuclear activities are not consistent with its professed peaceful intentions, says a senior U.S. official based in Austria.
Former Iranian President Urges Elimination of Weapons of Mass Destruction VOA 07 Sep 2006 -- Former Iranian President Mohammad Khatami has called for the elimination of weapons of mass destruction.
US Calls Iran Sanctions Meeting Productive VOA 07 Sep 2006 -- The United States says a big-power meeting in Berlin Thursday on possible sanctions against Iran over its nuclear program was productive
EU-Iran Talks Scheduled for Saturday VOA 07 Sep 2006 -- A senior European Union official says he will meet Iran's chief nuclear negotiator on Saturday.
Mottaki: Foreigners attempting to create discord among Iraqi sects IRNA 07 Sep 2006 -- Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said here Wednesday that recent developments in Iraq point to the involvement of foreign forces in trying to create discord among the various Iraqi tribes and religious sects.
President: Insecurity in Iraq damages Iran IRNA 07 Sep 2006 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said Wednesday, occupiers in Iraq cause insecurity there to continue their presence there and this insecurity causes damage to Iran, too.
Asefi: Bush's repetitive remarks aim to divert attention from Iran's peaceful nuclear issue IRNA 06 Sep 2006 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Hamid-Reza Asefi said that the remarks of US President George W. Bush are `repetitive and baseless' and aiming to divert attention from the facts about Iran's peaceful nuclear activities and pressurize his allies.
Iran self-sufficient in production of warplanes IRNA 06 Sep 2006 -- Army Commander Major General Ataollah Salehi here Wednesday declared Iran's ability to produce warplanes.
Saeqeh fighter plane test-flown in `Blow of Zolfaqar' wargames IRNA 06 Sep 2006 -- Commander-in-Chief of the Iranian Army Ayatollah Salehi said on Wednesday that the `Saeqeh' fighter plane was one of those tested in the ongoing `Blow of Zolfaqar' wargames in northwestern Iran.
No reason for Iran to cooperate with IAEA if threats persist: speaker IRNA 06 Sep 2006 -- Iran on Wednesday said it sees no reason to continue its cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) if threats against it continue.
Iran tests first-ever 2,000-pound guided bomb: minister IRNA 06 Sep 2006 -- Defense Minister Mostafa Mohammad Najjar said here Wednesday that Iran has, for the first time, designed and produced a 2,000-pound guided bomb named `Qassed'.
Iran to help in implementation of UNSC Resolution 1701: Annan IRNA 06 Sep 2006 -- United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan said on Tuesday that Iran has agreed to help in the implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1701 which ended the war in Lebanon.
Ahmadinejad Says Bush 'Nothing' Compared To God's Will RFE/RL 06 Sep 2006 -- In an apparent response to critics from his U.S. counterpart, Iranian President Mahmud Ahmadinejad today said George W. Bush was "nothing in comparison to God's will."
Discussions Ongoing For Iran-EU Nuclear Talks RFE/RL 06 Sep 2006 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Manuchehr Mottaki says discussions are continuing to fix a date and place for talks with the European Union over Tehran's nuclear program.
Iran has continued uranium enrichment activities, says UN nuclear watchdog UN News Centre 06 Sep 2006 -- Iran has neither suspended its nuclear enrichment-related activities nor complied with all of its obligations under international non-proliferation agreements, according to a report by the United Nations atomic watchdog which states that further verification of the country’s declarations is difficult because of a lack of transparency from the Iranians.
Official Repeats US Call for Sanctions Against Iran Over Nuclear Program VOA 06 Sep 2006 -- The United States says it will take hard diplomatic work for the U.N. Security Council to impose sanctions on Iran for its failure to suspend nuclear enrichment activities.
Iran Postpones Nuclear Talks With European Union VOA 06 Sep 2006 -- A senior Iranian official says his government is postponing nuclear talks with the European Union that were expected to begin Wednesday.
Iran Upgrades Aging US-Made Jet VOA 06 Sep 2006 -- State media in Tehran say Iran's military has carried out a successful test flight by a new fighter-bomber - a jet that actually is a remodeled version of an American warplane Iran acquired decades ago.
US Expects World Powers to Live Up to Deal to Sanction Iran VOA 05 Sep 2006 -- The United States said says it expects fellow members of the U.N. Security Council to live up to their agreement to sanction Iran, after it ignored the council's August 31 deadline to halt uranium enrichment. Officials of China and Russia have said this week that sanctioning Tehran may be counter-productive.
Rahmati: Iran to invest dlrs one billion in Iraq's projects IRNA 05 Sep 2006 -- Visiting Iraqi Agriculture Minister and Acting Minister of Roads and Transportation Yuarib Nadhim al-Abudi conferred here Tuesday with Minister of Road and Transportation Mahmoud Rahmati on expansion of mutual cooperation between Iran and Iraq.
Khatami with CNN challenges US foreign policy escalating terrorism IRNA 05 Sep 2006 -- U.S. foreign policy is furthering terrorism in the Muslim world, and negotiations are the only way to resolve the impasse over Iran's nuclear program, former Iranian President Mohammad Khatami told CNN while on a two-week visit to the United States.
EU, Iran To Meet For Nuclear Talks RFE/RL 05 Sep 2006 -- European Union foreign policy chief Javier Solana and Iranian nuclear negotiator Ali Larijani are expected to meet this week in a bid to avert a confrontation over Iran's nuclear program.
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Annan: Iran ready to negotiate on nuclear dossier IRNA 04 Aug 2006 -- The UN Secretary General Kofi Annan, referring to his recent visit to Tehran, said Iran is ready to negotiate on its nuclear dossier.
Deputy FM warns against imposing sanctions on Iran IRNA 04 Aug 2006 -- Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Jalili here Monday warned against any sanctions to be imposed on Iran and underlined that the move will certainly have a negative impact at the international level, in particular on the energy market.
Annan: Iran Supports UN-Mediated Truce Between Israel & Hezbollah VOA 03 Sep 2006 -- U.N. Secretary-General Kofi Annan says Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has reaffirmed his support for the U.N. ceasefire resolution that ended the Israel-Hezbollah conflict.
Washington's Foreign Policies Fuel Terrorism, Says Visiting Mohammad Khatami VOA 03 Sep 2006 -- Former Iranian President Mohammad Khatami, on a U.S. visit, says Washington's foreign policies are fueling terrorism around the world.
FM calls on 5+1 group to announce their view on Iran's response IRNA 03 Sep 2006 -- Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki called on the five permanent members of the UN Security Council plus Germany (5+1 group) to announce their view on Iran's response to their proposal as soon as possible.
Ahmadinejad says Europeans should restore Iranians' confidence in dialogue IRNA 03 Sep 2006 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Sunday that Iran is willing to resolve the dispute on its nuclear program and the European states are expected to restore Iranian confidence for the process.
Asefi advises Europe to behave properly to avoid problems IRNA 03 Sep 2006 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Hamid-Reza Asefi here Sunday advised European countries that if they behave properly, keep within reason and comply with international laws there will be no more problems.
Larijani-Solana talks to determine path of nuclear issue: Asefi IRNA 03 Sep 2006 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Hamid-Reza Asefi, here Sunday said that the future talks between Iran's top nuclear negotiator and EU High Representative for Common Security and Foreign Policy Javier Solana will determine the future path of the country's nuclear issue.
Annan says he got good understanding of Iran's stance on nuclear program IRNA 03 Sep 2006 -- Secretary-General of the United Nations Kofi Annan said on Sunday he got a good understanding of Iran's stance about national nuclear program.
Annan, Iranian officials stress need for talks on nuclear case: Asefi IRNA 03 Sep 2006 -- The visiting United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan and Iranian officials stressed the need to adopt a strategy of negotiation in dealing with Iran's nuclear issue, Foreign Ministry Spokesman Hamid-Reza Asefi said on Sunday.
Asefi urges sides to return to negotiation table IRNA 03 Sep 2006 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Hamid-Reza Asefi here Sunday urged the sides to return to negotiation table to settle Iran's nuclear standoff.
Main nuclear players advocate negotiations: Asefi IRNA 03 Sep 2006 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Hamid-Reza Asefi said here Sunday that the main world players in Iran's nuclear case advocate negotiations.
Iranian president prepared to negotiate on nuclear issue, Annan says UN News Centre 03 Sep 2006 -- Iran's President is prepared to negotiate on the issue of his country's nuclear ambitions but said he will not suspend uranium enrichment activities, United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan said today in Tehran following a meeting with Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and other top officials.
Annan holds 'good and constructive' talks in Iran with senior officials UN News Centre 02 Sep 2006 -- United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan held what he termed “very good and constructive” talks with Iranian leaders in Tehran today covering the nuclear issue and regional hotspots.
Japanese Companies Linked to Illegal Exports of Goods Used to Make Nuclear Weapons VOA 02 Sep 2006 -- An investigation in Japan is revealing more details about domestic manufacturers that exported equipment that can be used to make nuclear weapons.
'No deadline' for Iran, says Solana IRNA 02 Sep 2006 -- EU High Representative Javier Solana dismissed reports that a new ultimatum was being set for Iran about re-opening negotiations over its peaceful nuclear programme.
Solana says no deadline put on Iran IRNA 02 Sep 2006 -- EU high representative for a common foreign and security policy, Javier Solana, said Saturday that he will meet Ali Larijani, secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, at the beginning of next week to begin talks on Iran's nuclear program.
Iranians insist on inalienable right to peaceful nuclear energy: president IRNA 02 Sep 2006 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said here Saturday that the Iranian nation insists on its inalienable right to the full nuclear fuel cycle.
Iran to continue diplomatic efforts to resolve N-issue: envoy IRNA 02 Sep 2006 -- Iran's Ambassador to Paris Ali Ahani said here Friday that Tehran would continue its diplomatic efforts to clear issues surrounding its nuclear dossier, and stressed Iran was keen to reolving the case peacefully.
UN Chief Travels To Iran RFE/RL 02 Sep 2006 -- UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan has arrived in Tehran, where he is expected to discuss with Iranian officials the cease-fire in Lebanon, as well as Iran's standoff with the West over its nuclear program.
Iran insists on right to full nuclear cycle RIA Novosti 02 Sep 2006 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad reiterated Saturday that his country had a legitimate right to possess full nuclear cycle, an Iranian news agency said.
Annan Meets Iranian Officials in Tehran VOA 02 Sep 2006 -- United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan has met Iranian officials in Tehran to discuss the country's nuclear program and the Israeli-Hezbollah ceasefire.
Analysis: Iran Showdown Enters Next Phase cfr.org 01 Aug 2006 -- The Americans and Europeans want sanctions. Beijing and Moscow prefer further diplomacy
Iran's Defiance of World "Regrettable," U.S. Diplomat Says Washington File 01 Sep 2006 -- Calling Iran’s continued defiance of the international community over its nuclear program “regrettable,” a senior U.S. diplomat is urging the Islamic republic not to choose further isolation and sanction.
Speaker: ElBaradei's Iran report bears no distinctive points IRNA 01 Sep 2006 -- Majlis Speaker Gholam-Ali Haddad-Adel said Friday that the UN nuclear watchdog chief Mohammed ElBaradei's Iran report to the UN Security Council had no distinctive points.
Ahmadinejad: Iranian nation has never been aggressive IRNA 01 Sep 2006 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad on Friday announced that Iranian nation has never been aggressive.
Senior cleric hopes others will recognize Iran's N-rights IRNA 01 Sep 2006 -- Substitute Friday Prayers Leader of Tehran Ayatollah Ahmad Jannati on Friday expressed hope others would follow up logic on Iran's nuclear case and recognize the country's nuclear rights.
Iranian nation insists on peaceful N-rights: President IRNA 01 Sep 2006 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said here Friday that the Iranian nation calls for support for peaceful nuclear energy and insists on this right.
IAEA report indicates urgency to return to talks: Asefi IRNA 01 Sep 2006 -- Iran on Friday said Thursday report by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) chief Mohammad ElBaradei on its peaceful nuclear case was another indication of the country's broad cooperation with the agency and stressed the importance of resuming talks.
IAEA Board releases ElBaradei's report on Iran's peaceful nuclear program IRNA 01 Sep 2006 -- Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency Mohamed ElBaradei's report to the IAEA Board of Governors regarding Iran's peaceful nuclear program was released on Thursday.
Call on Iran to stop fuel cycle in contravention with NPT, Saeedi IRNA 01 Sep 2006 -- Deputy Secretary of Supreme National Security Council for International Affairs Mohammad Saeedi said on Thursday that the Security Council resolution calling on Iran to stop fuel cycle is in contravention with Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT).
Soltanieh: ElBaradei report shows Iran cooperation IRNA 01 Sep 2006 -- Iran’s envoy to the International Atomic Energy Agency Ali Asghar Soltanieh said on Thursday that the latest report of the IAEA Chief Mohammad ElBaradei shows Iran’s cooperation with the agency.
Iran: U.S. Official Urges Tehran To Take Incentives Package RFE/RL 01 Sep 2006 -- Radio Farda on September 1 spoke with U.S. Ambassador to the International Atomic Energy Agency Gregory Schulte about the missed August 31 deadline for Iran to suspend uranium enrichment and where the standoff proceeds from here.
Iran: Ex-President's U.S. Visit Unlikely To Produce Thaw RFE/RL 01 Sep 2006 -- Former Iranian President Mohammad Khatami has arrived in the United States ahead of a September 5-6 UN conference.
Iran: Nuclear Crisis Likely To Dominate Annan's Visit RFE/RL 01 Sep 2006 -- United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan is scheduled to visit Iran during his current Middle East tour to promote peace
Russia 'Regrets' Iran Defying UN Nuclear Deadline RFE/RL 01 Sep 2006 -- The Russian Foreign Ministry said today Moscow regrets Iran's failure to halt uranium enrichment by the end of August, as called for by the United Nations.
Moscow regrets Iran's refusal to stop uranium enrichment RIA Novosti 01 Sep 2006 -- Russia regrets Iran's refusal to comply with a UN resolution to stop its uranium enrichment program, a Foreign Ministry spokesman said Friday.
EU Warns Against Quickly Imposing Sanctions on Iran VOA 01 Sep 2006 -- European leaders have expressed regret about Iran's refusal to suspend uranium enrichment work, but they say it is too early to decide on possible sanctions.

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