September 2007 - Iran Special Weapons News

Certain states seeking to disrupt Iran-IAEA cooperation IRNA 30 Sep 2007 -- Some states are seeking to disrupt Iranian cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog but they have failed in the latest meeting of the 5+1 Group, Foreign Ministry spokesman Mohammad Ali Hosseini said Sunday.
Iran to continue cooperation with UN to avoid tougher sanctions RIA Novosti 30 Sep 2007 -- Tehran will continue cooperation with the UN atomic agency to avoid tougher sanctions over its disputed nuclear program, a senior Iranian foreign ministry spokesman said Sunday.
Iran to Cooperate With IAEA VOA 30 Sep 2007 -- An Iranian official says his country will continue cooperating with the U.N. nuclear agency to prevent the imposition of more Security Council sanctions.
Iran voices opposition to US senate decision to create federal regions in Iraq IRNA 29 Sep 2007 -- Foreign Ministry Spokesman Mohammad Ali Hosseini said here on Saturday that the Islamic Republic of Iran considers the US Senate resolution calling for creation of federal regions in Iraq as blatant act of interference in the country's internal affairs which runs counter to Iraq's sovereignty and solidarity.
Iran parliament labels US army, CIA as terrorist groups IRNA 29 Sep 2007 -- Iranian lawmakers on Saturday labelled the US army and CIA as terrorist groups.
FM reacts to 5+1 decision on Iran IRNA 29 Sep 2007 -- Foreign Minister of Iran, Manouchehr Mottaki, reacted Friday evening to the latest statement of the 5+1 Group saying all parties should support the recent agreement between Iran and the UN nuclear watchdog.
Iran parliament dubs CIA, U.S. Armed Forces "terrorist organizations" RIA Novosti 29 Sep 2007 -- TEHRAN, September 29 (RIA Novosti) - Iran's parliament Saturday called the Central Intelligence Agency and the U.S. Armed Forces "terrorist organizations" in what is seen as the Islamic Republic's response to the move made by the U.S. September 25.
Analysis: A Pause for Thought on Iran Sanctions cfr.org 28 Sep 2007 -- Contrary to the assertions of Iran's president, the Iran nuclear file remains open in the UN Security Council
Backgrounder: Iran’s Revolutionary Guards cfr.org 28 Sep 2007
Iran refutes allegation on hidden nuclear site IRNA 28 Sep 2007 -- Deputy Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council for International Affairs Javad Vaeedi on Friday categorically denied allegation on existence of a hidden nuclear site in Iran.
Iran: As Tensions Rise, So Does Rhetoric RFE/RL 28 Sep 2007 -- To any reader of the English-language blogosphere, September appeared destined to be the month of the Iran war media blitz.
Sick: Iranian Leader Sees Trip to New York as ‘Successful’> cfr.org 26 Sep 2007
US Diplomat: Iranian Nuclear Issue 'Not Closed' VOA 26 Sep 2007 -- The United States Wednesday rejected Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's assertion that the issue of his country's nuclear program is closed because of Tehran's cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
Majlis speaker: US not sincere in nuclear domain IRNA 26 Sep 2007 -- Majlis Speaker Gholam-Ali Haddad-Adel said here Wednesday that the US is not sincere in nuclear issue and uses peaceful nuclear activities of countries as a pressure lever against them.
Iran has always been committed to all IAEA rules: Ahmadinejad IRNA 26 Sep 2007 -- Iran's President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said here that Iran has been committed to all IAEA rules and regulations and that the few remaining issues will be settled soon.
President: IAEA to discuss Iran nuclear issue from legal aspect IRNA 26 Sep 2007 -- The issue of Iran's peaceful nuclear program is discussed by the UN nuclear watchdog from legal aspect, President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said Tuesday evening.
Ahmadinejad hails IAEA for its approach on Iran nuclear issue IRNA 26 Sep 2007 -- Iran's President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad Wednesday thanked all the nations and countries that have defended Iran's legitimate nuclear rights, including the members of the Non- Aligned Movement, its friends at the Security Council, IAEA Board of Governors, and its Director General.
Full text of President Ahmadinejad's address before UNGA IRNA 26 Sep 2007 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad of Iran addressed the 62nd session of the UN General Assembly here. Ahmadinejad elaborated on the most important challenges faced by the world today and offered some solutions.
Ahmadinejad Declares Issue of Iranian Nuclear Program Closed VOA 26 Sep 2007 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, in a United Nations address Tuesday, said the issue of Iran's nuclear program is closed because of Tehran's cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency, the IAEA
At UN, Bush And Ahmadinejad Talk Poverty, Tyranny RFE/RL 26 Sep 2007 -- Although tensions between Tehran and Washington have been rising over issues ranging from nuclear weapons to arming Iraqi insurgents, U.S. President George W. Bush and Iranian President Mahmud Ahmadinejad both delivered speeches to the United Nations General Assembly on September 25 that were surprisingly nonconfrontational.
Iran, IAEA experts discuss remaining issues about centrifuges IRNA 25 Sep 2007 -- Experts from Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) held talks on remaining issues about Iranian nuclear program mainly centrifuges P-1 and P-2.
President Ahmadinejad addresses students at Columbia University IRNA 25 Sep 2007 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad expounded on important international and regional issues in a speech given to academics at the prestigious University of Columbia in New York
Ahmadinejad's Performance Gets Mixed Reaction From Iranians RFE/RL 25 Sep 2007 -- Conservative politicians in Iran today began to align themselves with President Mahmud Ahmadinejad following his high-profile appearance at an academic conference in New York on September 24
US House of Representatives Approves Measure Strengthening Iran Sanctions VOA 25 Sep 2007 -- The U.S. House of Representatives has approved legislation to strengthen economic sanctions against Iran over its support for terrorist groups and refusal to halt uranium enrichment
Iran: Ahmadinejad Delivers Controversial Speech At U.S. University RFE/RL 24 Sep 2007 -- Iranian President Mahmud Ahmadinejad delivered a speech and took questions from U.S. students during a controversial appearance today at Columbia University in New York City.
US Lawmakers Seek Sanctions Against Iran's Revolutionary Guard VOA 24 Sep 2007 -- The U.S. Senate is expected to vote as early as Tuesday on a draft resolution saying Iran's Revolutionary Guards should be designated a terrorist organization
Iran not in need of nuclear bombs: Ahmadinejad IRNA 24 Sep 2007 -- Iran's President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad here Sunday reiterated that the Islamic Republic of Iran does not need nuclear bombs.
UN experts to discuss Iran's uranium enrichment facilities RIA Novosti 24 Sep 2007 -- UN experts arrive in Iran on Monday for talks on the Islamic Republic's controversial uranium enrichment activities, the Iranian Students' News Agency (ISNA) said citing a reliable source.
Nuclear weapons play no role in the modern world - Ahmadinejad RIA Novosti 24 Sep 2007 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said Monday that possession of nuclear weapons plays no role in the modern world, the Iranian news agency IRNA reported.
Iran, IAEA to hold talks on P-1, P-2 centrifuges IRNA 23 Sep 2007 -- Experts from Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will hold talks about P-1 and P-2 centrifuges tomorrow.
Commander says air defense equipment provided domestically IRNA 23 Sep 2007 -- Commander of the Islamic Republic Army's Air Force Brigadier General Pilot Ahmad Miqani said here Sunday that all the required air equipment and facilities are provided domestically.
President inspects three models of Iranian made jet fighters IRNA 23 Sep 2007 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad on Sunday inspected three models of jet fighters, Saeqeh, Azarakhsh and Tazarv Iran Air Force unveiled on the anniversary of US-backed Iraqi invasion of Iran (1980).
Iran ready to invite French foreign minister for talks RIA Novosti 23 Sep 2007 -- Tehran is willing to invite France's foreign minister to the country for discussions on regional problems, the Iranian Foreign Ministry said on Sunday.
Iran to give crushing response to any aggression: Defense minister IRNA 22 Sep 2007 -- Iran will give crushing response to any aggression and that the armed forces keep watchful eye on enemy, Defense Minister Mostafa Mohammad-Najjar said Saturday.
Iranian President Defies West At Military Parade RFE/RL 22 Sep 2007 -- Iranian President Mahmud Ahmadinejad has reiterated his call on foreign forces to leave neighboring Iraq
Ahmadinejad says sanctions against Iran futile RIA Novosti 22 Sep 2007 -- New sanctions against Iran will not stop the country from developing its nuclear program, President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said Saturday.
US, France Express Support for New Sanctions on Iran VOA 21 Sep 2007 -- U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and French Foreign Minister Bernard Kouchner Friday agreed on the need for more pressure, through sanctions and business restrictions, to get Iran to curb its nuclear ambitions
Major cleric says US can't block Iran, IAEA agreements IRNA 21 Sep 2007 -- Tehran's substitute Friday prayers leader Ayatollah Ahmad Khatami said US has so far failed to block agreements between Iran and International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and it will fail in future, too.
Iran Bids For Regional Influence Amid Turmoil in Iraq VOA 21 Sep 2007 -- The U.S.-led ouster of Saddam Hussein in Iraq had the side effect of removing Iran's biggest enemy
Pentagon Says Detained Quds Officer in Iraq Was on Duty VOA 20 Sep 2007 -- The Pentagon says an Iranian operative captured in Iraq on Thursday and accused of helping Iraqi insurgents was acting under orders from the elite Quds Force
US Military Says Iranian Officer Under Arrest in Northern Iraq VOA 20 Sep 2007 -- The U.S. military says it has arrested an Iranian officer accused of smuggling powerful roadside bombs into Iraq for Tehran's elite Quds force
Analysis: Facing Off with Iran at the UN cfr.org 20 Sep 2007 -- It is five years since President Bush came to the United Nations to warn of the “grave and gathering danger” posed by Saddam Hussein
IAEA general conference concerned about Israeli nuclear program IRNA 20 Sep 2007 -- The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) passed a resolution Thursday expressing concern about Israeli nuclear program.
Air Force has planned to manufacture cutting edge jet fighters IRNA 20 Sep 2007 -- Commander of the Air Force of the Islamic Republic of Iran Army Brigadier-General Ahmad Mighani said on Thursday that the Air Force has planned to manufacture cutting edge planes.
Two new fighter planes tested successfully in Iran IRNA 20 Sep 2007 -- Two fighter planes from the Azarakhsh (Thunder) fighter generation were successfully tested in Tehran at the presence of Defense Minister Brigadier General Mostafa Mohammad-Najjar Thursday morning.
Sarkozy: France Does Not Want War With Iran VOA 20 Sep 2007 -- French President Nicolas Sarkozy Thursday stressed that his nation does not want war with Iran.
Iran: Mixture Of Defiance, Speculation At Prospect Of Tougher Sanctions RFE/RL 20 Sep 2007 -- Iranian officials highlight the significance of Iran's cooperation agreement with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), intended to clarify aspects of Iran's contested nuclear program
Coalition forces arrest Iranian Quds Force officer MNF-I 20 Sep 2007 -- Coalition forces arrested an Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps – Quds Force officer in Sulimaniyah today.
Tehran Releases Iranian-American Jailed Since May RFE/RL 20 Sep 2007 -- Tehran has freed an Iranian-American man, Kian Tajbakhsh, who was jailed in May on charges of acting against Iran's national security.
Iran tests domestic fighter jets RIA Novosti 20 Sep 2007 -- Iran has successfully tested two domestically built new-generation fighters, official media said Thursday.
American charged with espionage is set free in Iran RIA Novosti 20 Sep 2007 -- An Iranian-American who was detained in Tehran in May and charged with espionage and subversive activities has been released from custody on bail, the judiciary official news agency reported Thursday.
Western Frustration with Iran Fuels War Talk VOA 20 Sep 2007 -- The French foreign minister sparked an uproar recently when he said the world should brace for a possible war with Iran
Iran to stand up to any aggression, IRGC IRNA 19 Sep 2007 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) said in a statement on Wednesday that the Iranian nation will stand up to any aggression which may be launched by the global arrogance and the hegemonic powers.
West urged to support IAEA plan on Iran's nuclear program IRNA 19 Sep 2007 -- An independent transatlantic research organisation Wednesday urged western countries to support last month's IAEA agreement with Iran to clear up outstanding issues over the country's civilian nuclear prgram.
Scores of countries reporting on Iran sanctions, Security Council told UN News Centre 19 Sep 2007 -- Over 80 countries have reported to the Security Council committee monitoring sanctions imposed against Iran, the chairman of that panel said today.
US Diplomat Calls for New Sanctions Against Iran VOA 19 Sep 2007 -- Undersecretary of State Nicholas Burns has called for new sanctions against Iran because of its ongoing nuclear program.
Iran: Military Set to Retaliate in Case of Israeli Attack VOA 19 Sep 2007 -- A top Iranian military official says Tehran will retaliate with bomb strikes if Israel attacks Iran.
UN Chief Urges Dialogue for Resolution of Iranian Nuclear Issue VOA 18 Sep 2007 -- U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon is urging Iran to comply with Security Council resolutions regarding its nuclear activities, after France's foreign minister warned that the world should prepare for war if negotiations fail
Enemy to be hit back in shortest time in case of military attack IRNA 18 Sep 2007 -- The enemy will be hit back in shortest possible time in case of any military attack, advisor to Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Major General Yahya Rahim-Safavi said on Tuesday.
French foreign minister expected to review his stand about Iran IRNA 18 Sep 2007 -- French Foreign Minister Bernard Kouchner is expected to review his stand about Iran, Under-Secretary of Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Abdolreza Rahmani Fazli said on Tuesday.
Iran-IAEA agreement on modality serves agency's credibility IRNA 18 Sep 2007 -- Head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization (IAEO) Reza Aqazadeh conferred on Tuesday with IAEA Director-General Mohamed ElBaradei on resolving the remaining issues about Iran's nuclear program.
French Statement on Possible Iran War Raises Diplomatic Concern VOA 18 Sep 2007 -- A statement by French Foreign Minister Bernard Kouchner about the possible use of force against Iran has raised concern in Russia and China
Russia concerned by media reports of Iran military action - Lavrov RIA Novosti 18 Sep 2007 -- Russia is concerned by media reports that military action against Iran could take place soon, the acting Russian foreign minister said Tuesday.
French, Russian foreign ministers to hold talks focusing on Iran RIA Novosti 18 Sep 2007 -- The foreign ministers of Russia and France will hold talks on Tuesday expected to focus on Iran, two days after Bernard Kouchner said Paris should prepare for possible war with Tehran.
Iraqi Minister Calls On Iran To Focus On Supporting GovernmentRFE/RL 17 Sep 2007 -- Iraqi Foreign Minister Hoshyar Zebari says that relations with Iran have been hurt by Tehran's shelling of areas in Kurdish-administered northern Iraq and its support for anti-coalition militants in the south.
Hosseini condemns French FM's anti-Iran claims IRNA 17 Sep 2007 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Mohammad-Ali Hosseini on Monday condemned the anti-Iran claims of French Foreign Minister Bernard Kouchner.
ElBaradei: No reason to go beyond diplomacy in dealing with Iran IRNA 17 Sep 2007 -- Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Mohamed ElBaradei said on Monday that there is no reason to go beyond diplomacy in dealing with Iran's nuclear program.
Full text of Aghazadeh's statement to IAEA session IRNA 17 Sep 2007 -- Iran's Vice-President and head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran Reza Aghazadeh delivered a statement to the Fifty-First Regular Session of the General Conference of the International Atomic Energy Agency on Monday.
ElBaradei voices satisfaction with agreement with Iran IRNA 17 Sep 2007 -- IAEA Director-General Mohamed ElBaradei said on Monday that the IAEA's confidence in its agreement with Iran would pave the way for resolving Iran's nuclear dossier.
French president extremism, obstacle in way of resolving Iran's N-case IRNA 17 Sep 2007 -- Dealing with international developments in a way mostly different from the US hegemonic approach was an old tradition for Europe that considered it as a way to maintain its independence from its transatlantic ally.
French Minister's Comments On Iran Get Mixed Reaction VOA 17 Sep 2007 -- The international community is offering a mixed reaction to French proposals that the European Union should impose its own economic sanctions on Iran, if it continues to pursue its nuclear program - and to prepare for war, if diplomacy fails
France Warns Of Possible War With Iran RFE/RL 17 Sep 2007 -- For the second time in less than a month, France has warned that the crisis over Iran's nuclear program could lead to war.
IAEA chief opposes use of force against Iran RIA Novosti 17 Sep 2007 -- The UN nuclear watchdog is opposed to any use of military force against Iran and considers dialogue to be the only means of resolving the country's nuclear problem, the head of the watchdog said Monday.
Iran's vice president to meet with Russian nuclear agency chief RIA Novosti 17 Sep 2007 -- Iran's vice president Gholamreza Aghazadeh is to meet in Vienna the chief of Russia's nuclear agency, the deputy director of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) said Monday.
IAEA Chief Criticizes Talk of War with Iran VOA 17 Sep 2007 -- The head of the U.N nuclear agency has criticized talk of attacking Iran over its nuclear program, saying the use of force should only be considered after all other options are exhausted.
Iran to attend next round of talks with US if asked by Iraq IRNA 16 Sep 2007 -- Iran would attend the fourth round of talks with US on Iraq if requested by Baghdad, Foreign Ministry spokesman, Mohammad-Ali Hosseini, said on Sunday.
Iran-IAEA cooperation has created satisfactory atmosphere, Boroujerdi IRNA 16 Sep 2007 -- Head of Majlis National Security and Foreign Policy Commission, Alaeddin Boroujerdi said on Sunday that Iran-IAEA agreement on modality plan has created satisfactory atmosphere.
Suspension of Iran enrichment activities not negotiable IRNA 16 Sep 2007 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman, Mohammad-Ali Hosseini said here on Sunday that suspension of Iran's uranium enrichment activities is not negotiable.
Iran to reconsider IAEA cooperation in case of 3rd resolution IRNA 16 Sep 2007 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman, Mohammad-Ali Hosseini, warned on Sunday that Iran would reconsider its current cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), if any third resolution was issued against Tehran by UN Security Council.
FM: Bushehr nuclear plant's fuel ready but sealed by IAEA IRNA 16 Sep 2007 -- The fuel for Iran's nuclear power plant in Bushehr, southern Iran, has been prepared (for delivery by Russian side) but is sealed by the UN nuclear watchdog, it was announced here Saturday evening.
Russian delegate denies Iran's claim over nuclear fuel RIA Novosti 16 Sep 2007 -- A Vienna-based Russian diplomat involved in nuclear negotiations denied on Sunday Iran's claim that Russian nuclear fuel was ready to be sent to Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant.
Analysis: Looking Ahead, Bush Eyes Iran cfr.org 14 Sep 2007 -- A week of thrust and parry over Iraq culminated in a prime-time September 13 presidential address (IHT) the White House hoped would reframe the war debate, link the U.S. presence to Iran’s growing power, and buy time for U.S. and Iraqi troops to stabilize Iraq.
Afghanistan: U.S. Worried Iran Sending Chinese Weapons To Taliban RFE/RL 14 Sep 2007 -- U.S. Deputy Secretary of State John Negroponte says Washington has complained to Beijing about Chinese weapons shipments to Iran that appear to be turning up in the hands of Taliban fighters in Afghanistan.
UN backs Iran-IAEA agreement IRNA 13 Sep 2007 -- UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-Moon here Thursday expressed his support for the recent agreement reached between Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
UN nuclear watchdog chief welcomes Iran’s agreement to address outstanding issues UN News Centre 13 Sep 2007 -- The head of the United Nations International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) today welcomed Iran’s agreement on a timeline to address all outstanding issues relating to its nuclear programme.
Iranian-Made Mortar Likely Used in Recent Attack, General Says AFPS 13 Sep 2007 -- A mortar that killed a coalition servicemember and injured 12 when it detonated earlier this week at a coalition operating base likely was manufactured in Iran, a spokesman for Multinational Force Iraq said yesterday.
US General Says Rocket Fired at US Base in Iraq Originated in Iran VOA 13 Sep 2007 -- A U.S. general has accused Tehran of sending rockets to Shi'ite groups fighting Iraq's government and U.S. forces in Iraq
U.S. denies losing hope for diplomatic solution to Iran crisis RIA Novosti 13 Sep 2007 -- State Department spokesman Sean McCormack has denied that Germany is opposed to a stepped-up sanctions regime against Iran, or that Washington has as a result despaired of a diplomatic solution to the standoff with Tehran.
China Urges Iran to Increase Cooperation with IAEA VOA 13 Sep 2007 -- China has urged Iran to increase cooperation with the United Nations nuclear agency to resolve outstanding questions about Tehran's nuclear program.
U.S. develops 14-ton super bomb, bigger than Russian vacuum bomb RIA Novosti 13 Sep 2007 -- The U.S. has a 14-ton super bomb more destructive than the vacuum bomb just tested by Russia, a U.S. general said Wednesday.
US General Says Rocket Fired at US Base from Iran VOA 13 Sep 2007 -- A U.S. general has accused Teheran of sending rockets to Shi'ite groups fighting Iraq's government and U.S. forces in Iraq
Petraeus Says Iran Wants Iraqi 'Hezbollah' Force VOA 12 Sep 2007 -- The commander of U.S. forces in Iraq says there is hard evidence of Iranian efforts to establish a permanent militia presence in Iraq, and that Iraqi leaders have addressed the issue in meetings in Tehran
Iran has no plan for military movement in region, Larijani IRNA 12 Sep 2007 -- Secretary of Supreme National Security Council Ali Larijani said on Wednesday that Iran had never had a plan for military movement in the region and will not have such a plan in the future either.
Soltanieh clears up remaining issues of Iranian nuclear programIRNA 12 Sep 2007 -- Iranian Ambassador to International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Ali Asghar Soltanieh on Wednesday cleared up remaining issues of Iranian nuclear program.
Iran will clarify P1, P2 centrifuges issue, SoltaniehIRNA 12 Sep 2007 -- Iranian Ambassador to IAEA Ali Asghar Soltanieh said on Wednesday that Iran is determined to clarify ambiguities about P1 and P2 centrifuges.
Washington Says Effort to Strengthen Iran Sanctions Remains On Track VOA 12 Sep 2007 -- The Bush administration continues to press for strengthened U.N. sanctions against Iran over its nuclear program, provoking a testy reaction from Tehran
FOX News says top U.S. officials pushing for Iran strike RIA Novosti 12 Sep 2007 -- United States military officials and weapons experts are advising the leadership to drop diplomacy with Iran over its nuclear program, and prepare for military action, FOX News reported.
Mottaki rules out ElBaradei's time-out proposal IRNA 11 Sep 2007 -- Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki on Tuesday ruled out the time-out proposal made by IAEA Director General Mohamed ElBaradei.
Aqazadeh: IAEO has not halted its program IRNA 11 Sep 2007 -- Head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization (IAEO) Reza Aqazadeh said on Tuesday that IAEO continues its programs as planned and there is no halt to its defined program.
President: IRGC has blossomed out on strong sapling of Islamic Revolution IRNA 11 Sep 2007 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Tuesday that the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) emanated from principles and nature of the Islamic Revolution to safeguard the country and the Islamic values.
Final report on Bushehr power plant to be publicized in 30 days IRNA 11 Sep 2007 -- Head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization (IAEO) Reza Aqazadeh said on Tuesday that the final report on the Bushehr nuclear power plant project would be presented to the public within a month.
Iran Playing ‘Destabilizing Role’ in Iraq, Crocker Says AFPN 11 Sep 2007 -- U.S. officials are giving Iran’s present role in Iraq “a hard look,” U.S. Ambassador to Iraq Ryan C. Crocker said during an interview on Fox News Channel last night.
Iran says Bushehr NPP construction 95% complete RIA Novosti 11 Sep 2007 -- The Bushehr nuclear power plant being built by Russians in Iran is 95% complete, and Tehran is not delaying its completion, the country's vice president said Tuesday.
Iranian dy FM: Iran fully supports Iraq IRNA 10 Sep 2007 -- Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Arab and African Affairs Mohammad Reza Baqeri conferred on Monday with Iraqi President Jalal Talabani on issues of mutual interests.
German envoy hails Iran-IAEA agreement IRNA 10 Sep 2007 -- German Ambassador to International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Peter Gottwald said on Monday that the agreement between Iran and the agency might hopefully prepare the ground for resolving the remaining issues on Iranian nuclear program.
ElBaradei calls for continued cooperation between Iran, IAEA IRNA 10 Sep 2007 -- IAEA Director General Mohamed ElBaradei delivered a report on Monday to the IAEA Board of Governors in which he underlined the need for continued cooperation between Iran and IAEA.
Soltaniyeh describes ElBaradei's report as positive IRNA 10 Sep 2007 -- Iran's Ambassador to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Ali-Asghar Soltaniyeh described on Monday the report delivered by IAEA Chief Mohamed ElBaradei to IAEA Board of Governors as 'positive'.
IAEA agreement shows Iran's goodwill, says deputy FM IRNA 10 Sep 2007 -- Last month's agreement with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) shows Iran's goodwill to clear up any outstanding issues over the country's civilian nuclear program, says deputy foreign minister Saeid Jalili.
IAEA Governors Meeting To Discuss Iran's Nuclear Program RFE/RL 10 Sep 2007 -- Iran's top nuclear negotiator, Ali Larijani, says it is "impossible" for Iran to suspend uranium-enrichment activities, as demanded by the permanent members of the UN Security Council.
UN nuclear chief calls joint plan on Iran an important step RIA Novosti 10 Sep 2007 -- The head of the United Nations nuclear watchdog said Monday a plan worked out jointly by the agency and Tehran on Iran's controversial nuclear program was "an important step in the right direction."
Iran pledges to continue nuclear program RIA Novosti 10 Sep 2007 -- Iran will not stop its nuclear enrichment program even if new UN sanctions are introduced, the country's top nuclear negotiator said in a TV interview.
Despite progress, important issues of Iran’s nuclear programme still remain – UN UN News Centre 10 Sep 2007 -- Despite progress in resolving certain matters regarding Iran’s nuclear programme, the United Nations atomic watchdog agency reported today that other important issues still need to be verified, although Iran has agreed to a work plan to settle these within a specific time framework.
MP advises nuclear watchdog not to be influenced by US policies IRNA 09 Sep 2007 -- An Iranian MP advised the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors to avoid being influenced by the US wrong policies.
No exact time can be set for completion of Bushehr power plant IRNA 09 Sep 2007 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Mohammad-Ali Hosseini said Sunday that no exact time can be set for the completion of the delayed project on Bushehr nuclear power plant in southern Iran.
Iran will continue cooperation with IAEA: Hosseini IRNA 09 Sep 2007 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman, Mohammad-Ali Hosseini, stressed Sunday that Iran would continue its cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
Iran-Russia talks on Bushehr nuclear power plant on good track: Elham IRNA 08 Sep 2007 -- Talks between Iranian and Russian officials about completion of the delayed project on Bushehr nuclear power plant in southern Iran "is going ahead on a good track," government spokesman, Gholam-Hossein Elham said on Saturday.
Nuclear case dominates German-Iranian political talks in Berlin IRNA 07 Sep 2007 -- Iranian deputy foreign minister for European and American affairs, Saeed Jalili met Thursday with his German counterpart Reinhard Silberberg and the chairman of the foreign affairs committee of the German parliament, Ruprecht Polenz to discuss the latest developments in the case of Tehran's nuclear program.
Rafsanjani warns west against repeating mistakes on nuclear issue IRNA 07 Sep 2007 -- Tehran's substitute Friday prayers leaders Ayatollah Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani said the United States and the West should not repeat their mistakes on Iran's peaceful nuclear issue.
Iran: Political Veteran To Chair Clerical Assembly RFE/RL 07 Sep 2007 -- In Iran, a twice-elected former president and conservative cleric with a reputation as a political pragmatist was elected on September 4 to chair the powerful Assembly of Experts.
Nuclear source says Bushehr NPP to be completed in fall 2008 RIA Novosti 07 Sep 2007 -- The Bushehr nuclear power plant that Russia is building in Iran will be commissioned no earlier than the fall of 2008, a source in the Russian nuclear sector said.
U.S. Senator Calls For Full Funding For Iran Democracy Promotion RFE/RL 06 Sep 2007 -- An influential senator has called on lawmakers to grant the Bush administration the money it wants for democracy promotion in Iran.
Iran scorns U.S. nuclear fuel bank plan RIA Novosti 06 Sep 2007 -- Tehran distrusts a U.S. initiative to create an international nuclear fuel bank, the secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council said Thursday.
Neither deadline for talks, nor commissioning table for Iran NPP - Russia RIA Novosti 06 Sep 2007 -- A Russian nuclear agency spokesman said Thursday there was no strict deadline for talks on commissioning the Bushehr nuclear power plant Russia is building in Iran, and the contractor denied the project schedule had been finally coordinated.
Heinonen holds explanatory session on ElBaradei's report on Iran IRNA 04 Sep 2007 -- IAEA Deputy Director General Olli Heinonen on Tuesday held explanatory session for Board of Governors on the IAEA Director General's latest report on Iran.
Analysis: Iran Shuffles Revolutionary Guards Leadership RFE/RL 04 Sep 2007 -- Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei appointed on September 1 a new commander of the powerful Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), a force that exists separately from Iran's regular army.
Supreme Leader: Iran's scientific progress is promising for future IRNA 03 Sep 2007 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei said on Monday that the scientific progress made by Iran is an auspicious movement which is promising for the future.
Supreme Leader promotes new IRGC commander to rank of major general IRNA 03 Sep 2007 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution and Commander-in-Chief of Armed Forces Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei here on Monday promoted new commander of the Islamic Revolution's Guards Corps Mohammad Jaafari to the rank of major general.
US angered by Iran-IAEA agreement: Deputy FM IRNA 03 Sep 2007 -- Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) have reached consensus on key nuclear issues, which has infuriated American officials, Deputy Foreign Minister Mehdi Mostafavi said on Monday.
Ahmadinejad Claims Iran Has 3,000 Centrifuges RFE/RL 03 Sep 2007 -- Iranian President Mahmud Ahmadinejad says his country now has 3,000 centrifuges that are enriching uranium.
Iran to reconsider IAEA cooperation in case of new UN resolution IRNA 02 Sep 2007 -- Iran will reconsider its cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), if the United Nations Security Council issues a third resolution against the country, the Foreign Ministry spokesman Mohammad-Ali Hosseini said on Sunday.
Ahmadinejad Says Iran Operates 3,000 Centrifuges RFE/RL 02 Sep 2007 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said today that his country has put into operation more than 3,000 centrifuges to enrich uranium.
Iran operates 3,000 uranium enrichment centrifuges - president RIA Novosti 02 Sep 2007 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said Sunday Iran had installed and was running more than 3,000 nuclear centrifuges used for enriching uranium.
Iran could review work with IAEA, if UN adopts new sanctions RIA Novosti 02 Sep 2007 -- Tehran could review its cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency, if the UN passes a new resolution imposing sanctions against Iran, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Mohammad Ali Hosseini said Sunday.
Iran Says 3,000 Centrifuges Are Operational VOA 02 Sep 2007 -- Iran's president says his country has put into operation more than 3,000 uranium enrichment centrifuges, reaching a key goal in its nuclear program.
IRGC has a new commander IRNA 01 Sep 2007 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution and Chief Commander of the Armed Forces Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei in a decree issued Saturday appointed a new commander for the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC).
Mottaki: Iran's case should be returned to IAEA Board of Governors IRNA 01 Sep 2007 -- Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said here Saturday that Iran's nuclear case should be returned to the International Atomic Energy Agency's Board of Governors.
Moscow welcomes nuclear agency's report on Iran RIA Novosti 01 Sep 2007 -- Russia takes a positive view of a report by the UN nuclear watchdog's director general, Mohamed ElBaradei, on the Iranian nuclear program, a Foreign Ministry spokesman said Saturday.
Mottaki: Foreigners involved in sectarian violence in Iraq IRNA 01 Sep 2007 -- Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said here Saturday that foreign hands are at work in pre-planned plots to fan sectarian violence in Iraq with an aim to harm the world of Islam.

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