October 2006 - Iran Special Weapons News

Pursuit of peaceful N-technology is Iran's inalienable right: envoy IRNA 31 Oct 2006 -- Iran's deputy ambassador to the UN here on Monday said that the pursuit and development of nuclear energy for peaceful purposes is Iran's inalienable right and toward this end it has invested extensive human and material resources.
Iran Says Europe Lacks Authority In Atomic Talks RFE/RL 31 Oct 2006 -- Iran's president, Mahmud Ahmadinejad, has reportedly told his Russian counterpart that talks on Iran's nuclear dispute are hindered by a lack of authority on the European side.
RFE/RL Iran Report, Volume 9, Number 40 30 Oct 2006
President: Iran entitled to fully access nuclear fuel cycle IRNA 30 Oct 2006 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad here Monday underlined that the Iranian nation is entitled to access the full capacity of nuclear fuel cycle and that the Iranians will not let anyone deprive them of such a right.
Iran will complete R&D program in context of nuclear program soon IRNA 30 Oct 2006 -- Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said on Monday that the Research and Development (R&D) for nuclear program will be completed soon citing the start of second cascade of centrifuges which was put into operation in the context of Safeguards Agreement of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
Iran not bothered about upcoming maneuvers in Persian Gulf: Elham IRNA 30 Oct 2006 -- Government spokesman Gholam-Hossein Elham said here Monday that Iran was not bothered about the planned military maneuvers slated to be held by six PGCC states in the Persian Gulf next week.
Majlis commission studies nuclear issues IRNA 29 Oct 2006 -- Majlis Foreign Policy and National Security Commission Sunday evening studied issues pertaining to Iran's nuclear dossier and the draft resolution placed before the UN Security Council.
Iran Says Not Concerned By U.S. Gulf Maneuvers RFE/RL 29 Oct 2006 -- Iran says it is not worried about naval maneuvers to be led by the United States off its coast this week.
Iran says 2nd centrifuge cascade launch complies with NPT treaty RIA Novosti 29 Oct 2006 -- Iran launched a second network of centrifuges to enrich uranium in compliance with the non-proliferation treaty and under its nuclear research program, the Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Mohammad Ali Hosseini said Sunday.
Iran says no reason to suspend uranium enrichment RIA Novosti 29 Oct 2006 -- Iran sees no reason for suspending its uranium enrichment work, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Mohammad Ali Hosseini said Sunday.
Tehran welcomes Russia's position on Iran nuclear issue RIA Novosti 29 Oct 2006 -- Tehran welcomes Russia's position on the peaceful settlement of the Iran nuclear issue, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Mohammad Ali Hosseini said Sunday.
Iran confirms launch of 2nd centrifuge cascade to enrich uranium RIA Novosti 28 Oct 2006 -- Iran officially confirmed Saturday the launch of a second cascade of gas centrifuges to enrich uranium.
Iran Confirms Stepping Up Nuclear Work RFE/RL 28 Oct 2006 -- An Iranian official today confirmed that Tehran has stepped up its uranium-enrichment work.
Iran Daily: Iran Officially Confirms Stepped Up Uranium Enrichment VOA 28 Oct 2006 -- A state-run newspaper says Iran has officially confirmed it has stepped up uranium enrichment by injecting gas into a second network of centrifuges.
Belgium says NCRI a cover-up for MKO IRNA 28 Oct 2006 -- Belgian Foreign Minister Karel de Gucht said Thursday that he regrets the fact that Maryam Rajavi, a leader of the Paris-based terrorist grouplet MKO, was received in Brussels Tuesday by a few Belgian senators.
White House Says It Can't Confirm Iran Nuclear Step RFE/RL 27 Oct 2006 -- The White House has said it cannot confirm reports that Iran has taken new steps toward enriching uranium.
Bush Warns Iran About Nuclear Weapons Development VOA 27 Oct 2006 -- U.S. President George Bush says it is unacceptable for Iran to have nuclear weapons. Iran is reportedly doubling its nuclear program, despite previous warnings from Washington as well as the threat of United Nations sanctions.
Free nations attach no value to biased UNSC resolutions - Khatami IRNA 27 Oct 2006 -- Provisional Friday Prayer Leader of Tehran Hojatolesalam Ahmad Khatami said here that the free world nations attach no value to biased UN Security Council resolutions, like the one on Iran's peaceful nuclear program.
Iran's FM spokesman denies Argentina's judiciary claims IRNA 27 Oct 2006 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Mohammad- Ali Hosseini on Thursday ruled out accusations by certain Argentinian judiciary officials and said, "The Islamic Republic Iran has itself been the victim of different terrorist actions, sustaining many human losses and hefty financial and spiritual damage."
Russia dismisses fears of Iran's arms-grade uranium RIA Novosti 27 Oct 2006 -- The Russian defense minister said Friday he is not worried Iran could acquire weapons-grade uranium.
Iran Reported to Have Started Second Nuclear Fuel Network VOA 27 Oct 2006 -- Iran is reported to have expanded its nuclear program, despite the threat of United Nations sanctions.
Negotiations on Iran Sanctions Begin at United Nations Washington File 26 Oct 2006 -- The five permanent members of the Security Council have begun negotiations on a draft resolution that would impose sanctions on Iran's nuclear activities.
Russian FM: EU3 draft resolution on Iran against 5+1 goals IRNA 26 Oct 2006 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Thursday that the draft resolution on Iran proposed by EU3 is against the goals of the so called 5+1 group.
EU3 draft resolution on Iran will not achieve 5+1 goals, says Russian FM IRNA 26 Oct 2006 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said here Thursday that the draft resolution on Iran prepared by the EU3, the main negotiators in the nuclear issue, does not address the goals of the so-called 5+1 Group.
US Confident of UN Sanctions Against Iran VOA 26 Oct 2006 -- The United States says it is confident the U.N. Security Council will approve a resolution imposing sanctions on Iran for refusing to stop enriching uranium and returning to negotiations over its nuclear program
World: Argentinian Prosecutors Charge Iran, Hizballah In 1994 RFE/RL 26 Oct 2006 -- Argentinian prosecutors have formally charged Iran's ex-President Ali-Akbar Hashemi-Rafsanjani and several other former officials over the 1994 bombing of a Jewish center in Buenos Aires.
Argentine Prosecutor: Iran's Rafsanjani Ordered 1994 Jewish Center Attack VOA 25 Oct 2006 -- Argentina's chief prosecutor has charged former Iranian President Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani and his aides with ordering the 1994 bombing of a Jewish cultural center in Buenos Aires.
Atomstroiexport expects to complete Bushehr NPP in Iran on time RIA Novosti 26 Oct 2006 -- Atomstroiexport expects to complete the Bushehr nuclear power plant in southern Iran on schedule, the deputy head of Russia's nuclear power equipment and service export monopoly said Thursday.
EU-3 draft resolution on Iran clashes with Iran-6 - Russian FM RIA Novosti 26 Oct 2006 -- The draft UN resolution on Iran proposed by Britain, France and Germany does not correspond to the position coordinated earlier by the six powers mediating Tehran's controversial nuclear program, Russia's foreign minister said Thursday.
Russian Foreign Minister Criticizes European-Drafted UN Resolution on Iran VOA 26 Oct 2006 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov says a European-drafted U.N. resolution that would impose sanctions on Iran does not match the common position of the world's six major powers.
Iran Sanctions Resolution Faces Obstacles at UN VOA 26 Oct 2006 -- The attempt by the United States and European powers to impose U.N. sanctions on Iran for its nuclear activities is running into obstacles
Rice Urges UN Security Council to Impose Iran Sanctions Now VOA 25 Oct 2006 -- U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice is urging the U.N. Security Council to impose sanctions on Iran immediately, saying the Tehran government must be held accountable for its defiance regarding the nation's nuclear program
Iran: Expert Says Current U.S. Approach 'Not Fruitful' RFE/RL 25 Oct 2006 -- U.S. energy-security expert Flynt Leverett is an experienced voice on Middle East affairs, having formerly served as a U.S. National Security Council adviser on that region.
Iran Bushehr NPP launch delayed for technical reasons -- Russian co. RIA Novosti 25 Oct 2006 -- The launch of the Bushehr nuclear power plant in Iran has been delayed for technical reasons, the head of Russia's nuclear power equipment and service export monopoly Atomstroiexport said Wednesday.
United States Pressing for U.N. Action on Iran Washington File 24 Oct 2006 -- Because Iran has refused a package of incentives from European governments and the United States in exchange for suspending its nuclear enrichment program, the United States is pushing for U.N. action, U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations John Bolton says.
IAEA Director Presses for Dialogue With North Korea, Iran VOA 24 Oct 2006 -- The Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency says dialogue with North Korea and Iran is the only way to resolve disputes about their nuclear ambitions.
Iran: U.S. Says Iran's Leadership Courting Isolation RFE/RL 24 Oct 2006 -- Matthew Boland -- a spokesman for the U.S. Mission to International Organizations in Vienna (UNVIE), including the UN nuclear watchdog, the IAEA -- spoke with Radio Farda today about international trust and the Iranian nuclear standoff on the sidelines of an energy conference
Iran: Tehran Watches As North Korea Tests Global Resolve RFE/RL 24 Oct 2006 -- The government in Tehran may be learning some unfortunate lessons as it watches the international community react to North Korea's recent nuclear test, Institute for Science and International Security (ISIS) President and former UN weapons inspector David Albright says.
RFE/RL Iran Report, Volume 9, Number 39 23 Oct 2006
UN nuclear chief meets with US Secretary Rice; calls for talks with DPR Korea, Iran UN News Centre 23 Oct 2006 -- The head of the United Nations atomic watchdog met today with United States Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice in Washington to discuss the nuclear programmes of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) and Iran, shortly after calling for talks with both countries.
Iran Reportedly Expanding Nuclear Program VOA 23 Oct 2006 -- Iran is reported to be expanding its nuclear enrichment program even as major powers work to draw up sanctions against Tehran.
Russian FM: No definite proposal on Iran presented to UNSC IRNA 23 Oct 2006 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said here Monday that no definite proposal on Iran's nuclear issue has been presented to the United Nations Security Council and that neither is any discussion on the matter currently underway.
Atomic weapons have no room in Iran's defensive strategy: envoy IRNA 23 Oct 2006 -- Iranian Ambassador to Thailand Mohsen Pak-Ayeen in Bangkok on Sunday dismissed allegations made by the West against Iran's peaceful nuclear program by saying nuclear weapons have no room in Tehran's defensive strategy.
Iran: U.S. Official Outlines Concerns About Nuclear Program RFE/RL 23 Oct 2006 -- Matthew Boland, spokesman for the U.S. Mission to International Organizations in Vienna, today addressed the Energy Forum conference at RFE/RL's Prague broadcast center.
Iran-EU nuclear talks should be fruitful - Larijani RIA Novosti 23 Oct 2006 -- Talks between Iran and the European Union on the country's nuclear problem should be fruitful, the secretary of Iran's Security Council said Monday.
No discussion of Iran resolution in UN - Russian FM RIA Novosti 23 Oct 2006 -- Russia's foreign minister said Monday the UN Security Council is not discussing a resolution on Iran's controversial nuclear program and said he hoped talks with Tehran are still possible.
FM spokesman: Iran to be lauded rather than being sanctioned IRNA 22 Oct 2006 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Mohammad Ali Hosseini here Sunday said that given Iran has fully complied with its commitments within the framework of NPT, it should be lauded rather than being sanctioned.
Rafsanjani: Iran renounces nuclear arms IRNA 22 Oct 2006 -- Chairman of the Expediency Council Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani said on Sunday that the Americans are well aware that Iran renounces nuclear arms in light of the ethical principles enshrined by Islam and their poisonous propaganda campaign against Iran has roots in their arrogant nature.
President underlines clerics' 'effective role' in establishment of his government IRNA 22 Oct 2006 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said Ulema and clergymen had an effective role in establishment of his government.
Iran says could discuss uranium enrichment suspension at talks RIA Novosti 22 Oct 2006 -- Iran could discuss the suspension of its uranium enrichment during talks rather than as a precondition, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Mohammad Ali Hosseini said Sunday.
Iran asks EU to explain why it should stop uranium enrichment RIA Novosti 21 Oct 2006 -- Iran's foreign minister urged the European Union Saturday to explain why Tehran should stop uranium enrichment activities.
Russia objects to using UN Security Council to punish Iran RIA Novosti 21 Oct 2006 -- Russia's foreign minister said Saturday that the country will resist any attempts to use the UN Security Council for punishing Iran over its nuclear ambitions.
Russia Will Oppose Any Security Council Resolution Punishing Iran VOA 21 Oct 2006 -- Russia says it will oppose any United Nations Security Council resolution to punish Iran or promote regime change in connection with Tehran's nuclear program.
Analysis: Iran Undeterred by DPRK Sanctions cfr.org 20 Oct 2006 -- In the coming weeks, the United Nations will likely receive a draft outlining sanctions against Iran
President: Attempts to strengthen fake Zionist regime doomed to fail IRNA 20 Oct 2006 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad here Friday said that the Zionist regime is fake adding that thanks to the mercy of God Almighty and vigilance of world nations attempts towards strengthening it have completely failed.
President: As IAEA member, Iran legally entitled to nuclear technology IRNA 20 Oct 2006 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad here Friday said that as a member of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Iran is legally entitled to use nuclear technology for peaceful purposes.
New Iranian Threats Set Off Alarm Bells in Israel VOA 20 Oct 2006 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad says Israel no longer has any reason to exist and will soon disappear
Iran: Executive Branch Seeks To Extend Control As Local Elections Near RFE/RL 20 Oct 2006 -- Iranian voters were enthusiastic about the country's first local-council elections almost eight years ago, but lower voter turnout in 2003 suggested waning interest.
Tehran warns against threats, pressure on nuclear issue RIA Novosti 20 Oct 2006 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Friday warned the European Union and other countries involved in talks on its controversial nuclear program not to use threats and pressure.
Iran president says UN Security Council irrelevant RIA Novosti 20 Oct 2006 -- Iran's president said Friday the UN Security Council has ruined its reputation, while its resolutions have become irrelevant.
Ahmadinejad: UN Security Council's Iran Nuclear Decisions Illegitimate VOA 20 Oct 2006 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has reiterated that Iran will not abandon its right to nuclear technology, and calls U.N. Security Council decisions about its nuclear program "illegitimate."
China Promises Constructive Role on Iran VOA 20 Oct 2006 -- China says it will play a "constructive role" in efforts to resolve Iran's nuclear standoff with the West.
Ahmadinejad Says Iran Will Not Give In on Nuclear Issue VOA 19 Oct 2006 -- Iran's president, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, has said, once again, that Tehran will not give in to Western pressure over the country's nuclear program.
President defends transparency of Iranian nuclear program IRNA 19 Oct 2006 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad on Thursday defended the transparency of Iranian nuclear program and said that no country in the world has such a transparent record.
Iran: EU Supports Gradual Sanctions Against Tehran RFE/RL 19 Oct 2006 -- The European Union has said that it backs gradual international sanctions against Iran's nuclear program after Tehran rejected conditions to reopen negotiations.
Israeli Prime Minister Urges Russia to Act Against Iran VOA 18 Oct 2006 -- Israel's Prime Minister has urged Russia to join ranks against Iran's nuclear program.
Action on Iran must be based on IAEA reports - Russian FM RIA Novosti 18 Oct 2006 -- The international response to Iran's controversial nuclear program should be based on reports by the UN nuclear watchdog, the International Atomic Energy Agency, Russia's foreign minister said Wednesday.
RFE/RL Iran Report, Volume 9, Number 38 17 Oct 2006
EU Backs Limited Sanctions on Iran VOA 17 Oct 2006 -- The European Union says it backs limited sanctions against Iran after failed attempts to negotiate with Tehran about its nuclear program.
Solana: We are still in the pre-negotiating phase with Iran IRNA 17 Oct 2006 -- European Union Foreign Policy chief Javier Solana denied Tuesday that the 25-member bloc has cut off talks with Iran on the nuclear issue and said the door was open for negotiations.
EU seeks negotiated settlement to Iran's nuclear issue IRNA 17 Oct 2006 -- The European Union Council of foreign ministers Tuesday reaffirmed the EU's commitment to a negotiated settlement to Iran's nuclear issue but also expressed concern that Iran has not suspended enrichment activities.
Steinmeier says EU ready to resume talks with Iran on nuclear issue IRNA 16 Oct 2006 -- German Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier said Monday that it is 'unavoidable' that Iran's nuclear dossier will be discussed in the UN Security Council, but stressed that the EU offer for talks with Iran remain open.
President: Iranian nation not to give up an iota of its N-right IRNA 16 Oct 2006 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said here Sunday that the Iranian nation will not give up one iota of its nuclear right and will continue in the path it has chosen.
US Warns Iran it Could Face Similar Sanctions to North Korea VOA 16 Oct 2006 -- US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice says the quick U.N. response to North Korea's claim of a nuclear test should send a signal to Iran about its nuclear ambitions.
US Urges Iran to Learn From UN Action on North Korea VOA 15 Oct 2006 -- The Bush administration is urging Iran to learn a lesson from the U.N.'s quick response to North Korea's nuclear-test claim.
Iran: Battles Begin As Assembly Candidates Await Vetting RFE/RL 12 Oct 2006 -- Some 495 people have registered to become candidates for the Assembly of Experts elections to be held on December 15.
US Seeking Immediate Sanctions Against Iran VOA 12 Oct 2006 -- A senior U.S. official says Washington is seeking immediate U.N. sanctions against Iran for its nuclear program, now that North Korea's apparent nuclear test has rallied support for such penalties.
Former Weapons Inspector, Experts Warn Against Military Action Toward Iran VOA 12 Oct 2006 -- Experts are urging the Bush administration to use patience and caution in its approach to Iran over its nuclear ambitions
Rice Says Iran Should Think Twice About Following North Korea Washington File 11 Oct 2006 -- The swift international response to North Korea's reported nuclear weapons test should serve as a lesson to the Iranian regime about what lies ahead if it insists on pursuing its nuclear ambitions in defiance of international demands, according to Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice.
Iran to continue its peaceful N-activities: Majlis speaker IRNA 11 Oct 2006 -- Iran will continue its efforts to access peaceful nuclear technology, Majlis Speaker Gholam-Ali Haddad-Adel said here Wednesday.
US Approves Sale of Jetliner Engine Spare Parts to Iran VOA 11 Oct 2006 -- The Bush administration has approved an expedited sale to Iran of engine spare parts for Airbus jetliners operated by the country's national airline, Iran Air.
North Korea Test Could Complicate Iran Nuclear Talks VOA 11 Oct 2006 -- North Korea's claims to have detonated a nuclear weapon are expected to have wide-reaching effects on efforts to stem nuclear proliferation, especially with regard to Iran
Iran intends to develop full nuclear fuel cycle - president RIA Novosti 11 Oct 2006 -- Iran is determined to develop full nuclear fuel cycle technology, President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said Wednesday.
Iran to continue nuclear research - parliament speaker RIA Novosti 11 Oct 2006 -- Iran will not suspend its uranium enrichment program and will continue its nuclear research despite numerous warnings of sanctions against the Islamic republic, the speaker of the Iranian parliament said Wednesday.
Iran's Supreme Leader: Tehran Will Press Ahead With Nuclear Program VOA 10 Oct 2006 -- Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has vowed that Tehran will press ahead with its controversial nuclear program.
RFE/RL Iran Report, Volume 9, Number 37 09 Oct 2006
Iran: Washington, Brussels Could Be Running Out Of Patience RFE/RL 09 Oct 2006 -- Recent statements by U.S. and European officials reveal a heightened sense of frustration with Iran on the nuclear issue
Review of Iran's nuclear stance by local press IRNA 09 Oct 2006 -- The morning daily, Jam-e Jam, in its note of the day on Monday attempts to seek the origin of discord among the five permanent members of the United Nations Security Council plus Germany (5+1 group).
Israel Says North Korean Nuclear Test Will Embolden Iran VOA 09 Oct 2006 -- A senior Israeli official says North Korea's announcement that it has conducted a nuclear test shows the failure of the international community's efforts to stop Pyongyang's nuclear program and will only embolden others, like Iran, to step up their own efforts to develop such weapons.
Iranian nuclear solution should involve IAEA - Russia's FM Lavrov RIA Novosti 09 Oct 2006 -- Iran's nuclear issue should be settled through diplomacy and with the involvement of the UN nuclear watchdog, the Russian foreign minister said Monday.
FM spokesman: Iran absolutely rejects suspension of enrichment IRNA 08 Oct 2006 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Seyed Mohammad Ali Hosseini here Sunday absolutely rejected the prospect of suspension of enrichment by Iran.
Speaker recommends Group 5+1 not to speak with language of threats IRNA 08 Oct 2006 -- Majlis Speaker Gholam-Ali Haddad-Adel here Sunday recommended Group 5+1 not to speak with the Iranian nation with a language of threats and sanctions.
Iran says ready to continue nuke talks, rules out moratorium RIA Novosti 08 Oct 2006 -- Iran is hoping to continue talks on uranium enrichment in a constructive manner, a country's Foreign Ministry spokesman said Sunday.
Security Council To Proceed with Iran Sanctions, Ministers Declare Washington File 07 Oct 2006 -- With Iran's continuing refusal to suspend its nuclear enrichment program, the U.N. Security Council will begin discussions on imposing mandatory sanctions, according to an October 6 statement issued in London by the foreign ministers of the council's permanent members, along with representatives of Germany and the European Union (EU).
US Official Says Talks on Iran Sanctions to Begin Next Week VOA 07 Oct 2006 -- A senior U.S. official says work on a new U.N. Security Council resolution to sanction Iran for refusing to suspend its nuclear enrichment activities will begin in a few days.
Review of local press on Iran's nuclear issue IRNA 07 Oct 2006 -- The morning daily, Kayhan, in its note of the day titled `Technical Breach!' on Saturday said that the mechanical problem of the plane due to take US Secretary of States Condoleezza Rice to London to attend the foreign ministers meeting of 5+1 group leaves no doubt that US pioneered to end the deadlock facing London meeting.
5+1 Group backs continuation of N-talks with Iran IRNA 07 Oct 2006 -- Representatives of the six powers composing the 5+1 Group here Friday stressed the importance of solving the Iran nuclear issue through negotiation.
Britain's Beckett: World Powers to Consider Iran Sanctions VOA 06 Oct 2006 -- Britain's Foreign Secretary Margaret Beckett says world powers will begin considering sanctions against Iran for its failure to stop uranium enrichment.
Iran: Outspoken Ayatollah Alleges Official Persecution RFE/RL 06 Oct 2006 -- A dissident Iranian cleric who advocates the separation of religion and politics, Ayatollah Seyyed Hossein Kazemeyni Boroujerdi, is accusing officials of persecuting him and his followers
Unilateral U.S. sanctions beyond Iran-6 agreements - Lavrov RIA Novosti 06 Oct 2006 -- Unilateral actions by the United States against countries cooperating with Iran are beyond the agreements of the Iran Six and will complicate its work, Russia's foreign minister said Friday.
World Powers to Meet on Iran Nuclear Impasse VOA 05 Oct 2006 -- U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and her counterparts from the other permanent U.N. Security Council member countries and Germany will convene in London Friday on the Iranian nuclear program.
Solana: We are ready to cooperate with Iran to develop civilian nuclear program IRNA 05 Oct 2006 -- European Union High Representative for Common Foreign and Security Policy Javier Solana stressed Wednesday that Iran's nuclear issue will be solved through negotiations.
Solana: Dialogue With Iran Must Continue VOA 05 Oct 2006 -- EU foreign policy chief Javier Solana says dialogue with Iran must continue even if nuclear talks fail
Wrap: Lavrov says Georgia anti-Russian, hopes for Iran, N.Korea talks RIA Novosti 05 Oct 2006 -- Russia's foreign minister said Thursday he expected Georgia to renounce its anti-Russian policy and hoped an early resolution to the Iranian and North Korean nuclear problems could be reached through negotiations.
Rice: It's Time for Sanctions Against Iran VOA 04 Oct 2006 -- U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice said Wednesday Iran will not suspend uranium enrichment and it is time for the U.N. Security Council to move on sanctions against Tehran
MP dismisses US claims about Iran's nuclear issue as a 'big lie' IRNA 04 Oct 2006 -- Head of Majlis Foreign Policy and National Security Commission Alaeddin Boroujerdi in a meeting with South African Ambassador to Tehran Yusouf Salouji here Wednesday said that the US claim about international anxiety over Iran's nuclear activities for peaceful purposes is baseless and a big lie.
President rejects use of `talks' as a lever of pressure IRNA 04 Oct 2006 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad here Wednesday said that Iranian nation is in favor of logic and dialogue and those who believe that 'talks' can be used as a lever to exert pressure are absolutely mistaken.
Larijani: Russia can play effective role in process of nuclear talks IRNA 04 Oct 2006 -- Secretary of Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Larijani said on Tuesday that Russia is Iran's close friend and can play effective role in process of negotiations on nuclear program.
Tehran yet to make final decision on Russian enrichment proposal RIA Novosti 04 Oct 2006 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry said Wednesday that Tehran was still considering a Russian proposal to set up a joint uranium enrichment and reprocessing venture with Iran on Russian soil.
Russia says still ready to set up Iran uranium JV RIA Novosti 04 Oct 2006 -- A proposal to set up a joint plant for uranium enrichment and reprocessing with Iran in Russia remains in force, Russia's nuclear chief said Wednesday.
Iran to Open Nuclear Sites to Foreign Tourists VOA 04 Oct 2006 -- Iranian state media say the government plans to open its nuclear facilities to foreign tourists to help prove that Iran's atomic program is peaceful.
RFE/RL Iran Report, Volume 9, Number 36 03 Oct 2006
West Wary of Iran's Nuclear Offer VOA 03 Oct 2006 -- The international community has reacted warily to proposals by Tehran that France create a consortium to produce and monitor enriched uranium in Iran.
Larijani: Russia can play effective role in process of nuclear talks IRNA 03 Oct 2006 -- Secretary of Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Larijani said on Tuesday that Russia is Iran's close friend and can play effective role in process of negotiations on nuclear program.
Russia backs diplomacy following nuclear talks with Larijani IRNA 03 Oct 2006 -- The head of Russia's security council, Igor Ivanov, on Tuesday backed a diplomatic solution to the problem with Iran's peaceful nuclear program after talks with Iran's chief nuclear negotiator Ali Larijani.
France: Any proposal negotiable after Tehran's `yes' to western proposal IRNA 03 Oct 2006 -- France said on Tuesday that any proposal would be negotiable if Tehran answers positively to the western proposal.
Iran needs not US security guarantees - Larijani IRNA 03 Oct 2006 -- Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council and the country's top nuclear negotiator Ali Larijani said here in an interview with German weekly 'Focus' that Iran is not worried about its security status, and does not need any US security guarantees.
Certain world powers, particularly US, should revise policies - Ahmadinejad IRNA 03 Oct 2006 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad had a meeting with the US Foreign Policy Council (USFPC) during his recent US visit to take part at the annual UN General Assembly, during which he proposed that "Certain world powers, particularly the United States, need to thoroughly revise their policies."
US: Iran Could Have Nuclear Bomb in Four Years VOA 03 Oct 2006 -- The top U.S. intelligence official says Iran could have a nuclear weapon within four to nine years, but that it still has time to turn away from that path.
'No Choice' But To Impose Sanctions On Iran RFE/RL 03 Oct 2006 -- U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice says the international community will have no choice but to impose sanctions on Iran if it refuses to suspend its uranium-enrichment program.
Iran Suggests France Enrich Iran's Uranium to Resolve Nuclear Standoff VOA 03 Oct 2006 -- A top Iranian official has proposed that France create a consortium to enrich uranium in Iran as a way to resolve the country's nuclear standoff with the West.
ElBaradei still considers it possible to advance talks with Iran IRNA 02 Oct 2006 -- Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Mohamed ElBaradei underlined that there is still enough time to give momentum to serious talks with Iran on its nuclear issue.
Iran should tactfully confront nuclear row: Khatami IRNA 02 Oct 2006 -- Chairman of the International Center on Dialogue Among Civilizations and Cultures here on Monday said that Iranian officials should tactfully confront nuclear disputes by upholding the principles of Islamic Republic of Iran.
Top UN diplomat: We encourage EU-Iran nuclear talks IRNA 02 Oct 2006 -- Deputy Secretary General of the United Nations Mark Malloch Brown said Monday that the world body has left he European Union to play the central role to resolve Iran's nuclear issue.
Newly Passed Act Will Help Halt Iran's Weapons Program, Bush Says Washington File 01 Oct 2006 -- The Iran Freedom Support Act, which won final congressional approval September 30, will enhance efforts to halt Iran's uranium enrichment and weapons development programs and bolster U.S. support for democracy-building efforts in the country, President Bush says.

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