February 2007 - Iran Special Weapons News

U.S. Supports Involving Iran, Syria in Iraq Regional Meeting Washington File 28 Feb 2007 -- The United States supports and will participate in the Iraqi government's initiative to invite Iran and Syria to a regional conference, Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice said during a congressional hearing February 27 to discuss emergency funding for operations in Iraq, Afghanistan and elsewhere.
US: No Direct Talks with Iran, Syria at Iraq Meetings VOA 28 Feb 2007 -- The Bush administration says there will be no direct talks with representatives of Iran and Syria at two upcoming conferences on Iraq
Iran continues nuclear enrichment in breach of Security Council call, UN reports UN News Centre 28 Feb 2007 -- Iran has continued uranium enrichment despite a Security Council call that it suspend such activities, the United Nations atomic watchdog says in a new report, adding that without greater transparency and spot checks it cannot affirm that Tehran's nuclear programme is solely for peaceful purposes to produce energy and not weapons.
Iran: Rocket Launch Another Show Of Prowess RFE/RL 28 Feb 2007 -- Iran has given much publicity to what it calls its first successful launch of a rocket into space.
Iran will never agree to enrichment suspension: Mottaki IRNA 27 Feb 2007 -- Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said here Tuesday that Iran will never agree to suspension of enrichment, a pre-condition sought by the West before any resumption of talks on the country's nuclear program.
Mottaki: Iran ready to allow states, private companies acquire stakes in Iran's N-fields IRNA 27 Feb 2007 -- Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said here Tuesday that Iran, in efforts to build the international community's confidence in its nuclear program, was was even ready to give governments of other states or their private companies ownership of its nuclear fields.
Blair Warns Iran Over Nuclear Program RFE/RL 27 Feb 2007 -- British Prime Minister Tony Blair has told Iran it is making a "big miscalculation" in defying United Nations demands that it halt its nuclear program.
World Powers Begin Work On New Iran Resolution RFE/RL 27 Feb 2007 -- Diplomats from key world powers have begun work on a new UN Security Council resolution regarding Iran's disputed nuclear program.
Int'l community must prevent war in Iran - Russia FM RIA Novosti 27 Feb 2007 -- The United States and Iran are not doing enough to avert a military solution to Iran's nuclear problem, the Russian foreign minister said Tuesday.
Iran calls for Muslim, non-aligned states to engage in nuclear talks RIA Novosti 27 Feb 2007 -- Iran's foreign minister renewed calls Tuesday for Muslim states and 'non-aligned' nations to become involved in long-running international talks on his country's nuclear program.
Iran will not suspend uranium enrichment - foreign minister RIA Novosti 27 Feb 2007 -- Iran's foreign minister said Tuesday his country will not give in to UN calls for Iran to suspend uranium enrichment because it is an illegal demand.
U.S. Seeking 'Incremental Steps' To Pressure Iran RFE/RL 26 Feb 2007 -- The United States says it is seeking "incremental" steps to pressure Iran to suspend its uranium-enrichment program.
Iran: World Powers Meet As Tehran Mocks Nuclear Demandsvvv RFE/RL 26 Feb 2007 -- Six leading world powers are meeting in London today to discuss the possibility of imposing tougher sanctions on Iran, which has refused to comply with a UN Security Council demand to halt uranium enrichment.
US Hopes for Agreement on Elements of New Iran Resolution by Thursday VOA 26 Feb 2007 -- The Bush administration says it is hopeful the veto-wielding members of the U.N. Security Council can reach agreement Thursday on elements of a new sanctions resolution against Iran
Russia Expresses Alarm Over Possible US Air Strikes on Iran VOA 26 Feb 2007 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov says Moscow remains worried about the possibility of U.S. military action against Iran over its continued refusal to give up its controversial nuclear program
Talks on Iran's peaceful nuclear program start in London IRNA 26 Feb 2007 -- Diplomats from the five permanent members of the UN Security Council plus Germany (5+1 Group) are meeting in London Monday for a fresh round of talks on the dispute over Iran's peaceful nuclear program.
Russian FM stresses negotiated solution to Iran's nuclear issue IRNA 26 Feb 2007 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on Monday stressed the need for a negotiated solution to Iran's nuclear problem.
Elham: Iran under no military threats IRNA 26 Feb 2007 -- Government Spokesman Gholam hossein Elham said here Monday that the Islamic Republic of Iran is not under any military threat and no country poses such a threat.
Larijani: US should officially call for talks with Iran IRNA 26 Feb 2007 -- Secretary of Supreme National Security Council Ali Larijani said on Monday that the US should make formal request for talks with Iran if its relevant claim is true, and in that case Iran will approach it positively.
Diplomat: ElBaradei's proposed "time-out" most reasonable for resumption of talks IRNA 26 Feb 2007 -- A Western diplomat in Vienna said on Monday that the proposal of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director-General Mohamed ElBaradei for a "time-out" in the current standoff over Iran's nuclear activities was the only way to return to talks on the issue.
Iran 2007 budget envisions $1.3 billion on new NPP construction RIA Novosti 26 Feb 2007 -- Iran's 2007 budget starting March 21 envisions $1.3 billion on construction of new nuclear power plants, Iranian media reported Monday.
UN demand to halt enrichment illegitimate - Iran official RIA Novosti 26 Feb 2007 -- A senior Iranian government official Monday called the UN demand that the country suspend its uranium enrichment illegitimate and reiterated that Tehran would not heed the ultimatum.
Russian FM concerned over possible strike on Iran RIA Novosti 26 Feb 2007 -- Russia's foreign minister said Monday he is concerned over the frequent statements made about a possible strike on Iran.
Six World Powers Discuss Iran Nuclear Dispute VOA 26 Feb 2007 -- Officials from six world powers are meeting in London Monday to consider new ways of pressuring Iran to suspend its sensitive nuclear work.
Iran's Nuclear Policies Leading to Greater Isolation, Rice Says Washington File 25 Feb 2007 -- By refusing to suspend its nuclear enrichment and reprocessing activities, Iran is continuing to isolate itself from the international community, according to Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice.
Iran Launches First Space Rocket RFE/RL 25 Feb 2007 -- State television reports that Iran has successfully launched its first space rocket.
Larijani warns of Iran's reciprocal reaction to West IRNA 25 Feb 2007 -- Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council Ali Larijani warned the West that Iran will reciprocally react to the countries intending to aggravate Iran's nuclear issue.
Sunni Muslim FMs Concerned By Iranian Nuke Problem RFE/RL 25 Feb 2007 -- The foreign ministers of seven mainly Sunni Muslim nations called today for diplomatic solutions instead of force to solve Mideast problems.
Iran to continue nuclear program despite pressure - president RIA Novosti 25 Feb 2007 -- Iran will continue its civilian nuclear program despite the international community's demands that it halt uranium enrichment, Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said Sunday.
Iranian Officials Say No Retreat On Nuclear Prorgram VOA 25 Feb 2007 -- Iranian officials say they will not reverse course and halt their nuclear program
Saeedi: Iran made 15-page document available to IAEA inspectors IRNA 24 Feb 2007 -- Agency Mohammad Saeedi said here Saturday that Iran responded positively to the UN nuclear watchdog's call to see the 15-page document on production of metallic uranium.
Deputy FM: Foreign Ministry's Training Dept pursuing Iran's nuclear issue IRNA 24 Feb 2007 -- Deputy Foreign Minister for Research and Training Manouchehr Mohammadi said here Saturday that the department administered by him is pursuing Iran's nuclear issue, adding that it has been discussed in the past and will be examined in the future.
Saeedi: West should realize realities about Iran's nuclear issue IRNA 24 Feb 2007 -- Deputy Head of Iran's Atomic Energy Agency Mohammad Saeedi said here Saturday that the director general of the United Nations International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Mohamed ElBaradei reported the realities about Iran's nuclear activities, which should also be realized by the West.
Pursuit of peaceful N-energy Iran's legal right: envoy IRNA 24 Feb 2007 -- Iran's ambassador to the UN said here Friday that the pursuit and development of nuclear energy for peaceful purposes is a right to which it is entitled as a signatory to the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT).
Cheney: Iran Must Not Become Nuclear Power RFE/RL 24 Feb 2007 -- U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney today said that the United States and its allies must not allow Iran to become a nuclear power.
Iran calls for further talks on its nuclear program RIA Novosti 24 Feb 2007 -- The Iranian foreign minister urged Saturday the Iran-Six negotiators to avoid taking hasty steps against the Islamic Republic and resume the talks on the country's uranium enrichment.
Cheney: All Options Open to Prevent Iranian Nuclear Weapons VOA 24 Feb 2007 -- U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney says Washington wants to deal with Iran through diplomacy, but he says "all options are still on the table" to prevent Tehran from getting nuclear weapons.
Iranian President Vows to Push Ahead With Nuclear Program VOA 23 Feb 2007 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has vowed that Iran will move ahead with its nuclear program
Growing Iranian Regional Influence Worries Saudi Arabia VOA 23 Feb 2007 -- Before the U.S. toppled Saddam Hussein, Iraq had been something of a counterweight to Iranian power in the Middle East
President says Iran stands firm on its nuclear rights IRNA 23 Feb 2007 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, who paid a 5-day visit to the northern province of Gilan, told thousands of people gathering to listen to his address here that Iran is quite firm in its decision to continue its peaceful nuclear programs.
UN veto powers and Germany to discuss Iran's nuclear program in London IRNA 23 Feb 2007 -- The five UN veto powers and Germany will meet in London on Monday to discuss the next steps in dealing with the row over Iran's nuclear program, the German Foreign Ministry announced here Friday.
Rafsanjani reassures West Iran not after A-bomb IRNA 23 Feb 2007 -- Chairman of the State Expediency Council Hojjatoleslam Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani Friday reassured the West that Iran was not seeking to build a nuclear bomb.
Iran to pursue nuclear activities under IAEA supervision - Mottaki IRNA 23 Feb 2007 -- IRI Foreign Minster said here Wednesday night Iran would pursue its peaceful nuclear activities within framework of IAEA regulations, ready for answering any questions and eliminating any ambiguities through negotiations.
Prospect for acceptable outcome to nuclear dispute - Iran envoy IRNA 23 Feb 2007 -- Despite the continuing demonisation of Iran by US neocons, there is still a distinct possibility to find an agreed solution to the dispute over the country's nuclear program, Iranian Ambassador to the UK Rasoul Movahedian stated.
Iran's envoy to IAEA: Iran's continued nuclear activities are normal IRNA 23 Feb 2007 -- Iran's envoy to International Atomic Energy Agency Ali-Asghar Soltanieh said on Thursday that Iran's continued nuclear activity is not a strange issue since it is done, according to a schedule already reported to the UN atomic agency.
Soltanieh-IAEA -Report Iran's envoy to IAEA: Iran's continued nuclear activities are normal IRNA 23 Feb 2007 -- Iran's envoy to International Atomic Energy Agency Ali-Asghar Soltanieh said on Thursday that Iran's continued nuclear activity is not a strange issue since it is done according to a schedule already reported to the UN atomic agency.
Saeedi: Enrichment suspension against Iran's rights IRNA 23 Feb 2007 -- Deputy Head of Iran's Atomic Enery Agency Mohammad Saeedi, reacting to the latest UN nuclear body chief's report on Iran, said Iran sees suspension of enrichment contrary to its rights within NPT and international regulations.
GOV/2007/8: Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement and Relevant Provisions of Security Council Resolution 1737 (2006) in the Islamic Republic of Iran International Atomic Energy Agency 22 Feb 2007 -- Report by the Director General [PDF Version]
Cheney Says U.S. Will Seek To Avert Nuclear-Armed Iran RFE/RL 23 Feb 2007 -- U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney, refusing to rule out military action, says Washington will "do everything" it can to deprive Iran of nuclear weapons.
World Powers Will Meet In London To Discuss Iran RFE/RL 23 Feb 2007 -- Representatives of six major powers will meet in London on February 26 to discuss further steps in the Iranian nuclear standoff.
Iran to defend its right to civilian nuclear technology - pres. RIA Novosti 23 Feb 2007 -- Iran will not give up its right to civilian nuclear power, the country's president said Friday.
Israel Calls for Tougher Sanctions on Iran VOA 23 Feb 2007 -- Israel is calling for a tough international response to a U.N. report Thursday that concluded Iran has not complied with demands to stop its uranium enrichment program
Nuclear watchdog reports Iran's defiance to UN RIA Novosti 22 Feb 2007 -- The UN nuclear watchdog said in a report Thursday that Iran had defied Security Council demands to halt uranium enrichment over fears it could eventually build nuclear weapons, a UN spokesperson said Thursday.
Missile Defenses in Europe Would Shield Against Iran, Not Russia AFPS 22 Feb 2007 -- Basing missile defenses in Eastern Europe would protect the United States, deployed U.S. troops and Europe against Iran and other rogue nations, but would pose no threat to Russia's missile deterrent, the director of the Missile Defense Agency said here today.
Proposed Missile Defenses in Europe Would Target Iranian Threat Washington File 22 Feb 2007 -- A senior State Department official says a plan to deploy elements of a limited missile defense system in Central Europe is not meant to upset a cooperative relationship between the United States and Russia.
President: Iran will give appropriate response to global powers IRNA 22 Feb 2007 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Thursday that the Islamic Republic of Iran would give proper response to any global powers which might take action against this country.
US, EU, Russia urge Iran to stop enrichment and return to talks IRNA 22 Feb 2007 -- The United States, the European Union and Russia have called on Iran to suspend its uranium enrichment activities and return to the negotiation table, US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice said in Berlin on Thursday.
President: Access to nuclear technology key to national progress IRNA 22 Feb 2007 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said here on Thursday that access to nuclear knowhow was key to national development and preservation of Iranian civilization.
Iranian nation will defend its rights till end: Ahmadinejad IRNA 22 Feb 2007 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said here Thursday that the Iranian nation will defend its rights to the end since it considers pursuit of peaceful nuclear energy as the country's inalienable right.
IAEA: Iran Failed To Suspend Uranium Enrichment RFE/RL 22 Feb 2007 -- The UN's International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) says in a report issued today that Iran failed to suspend uranium-enrichment activities by February 21, as demanded by the UN Security Council.
Ban Ki-moon 'deeply concerned' by Iran's refusal to suspend uranium enrichment UN News Centre 22 Feb 2007 -- United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said today he was "deeply concerned" that Iran had not met the Security Council deadline to suspend uranium enrichment, stressing that the country's nuclear programme had great implications for peace, stability and the non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction.
United States Discussing Next Steps on Iranian Nuclear Program Washington File 22 Feb 2007 -- A report by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) makes clear that Iran still has not complied with U.N. Security Council demands to stop enriching uranium, and efforts are under way to develop an international response, U.S. officials say.
IAEA Says Iran Has Not Suspended Uranium Enrichment VOA 22 Feb 2007 -- The U.N. nuclear watchdog agency says Iran has failed to suspend uranium enrichment, in defiance of Security Council demands
Iran: Nuclear Crisis Enters Next Stage RFE/RL 22 Feb 2007 -- The United Nations' International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is expected to release a report today saying that Iran has failed to halt uranium-enrichment activities, as demanded by the UN Security Council.
Iran ready to settle NPP debt issue with Russia RIA Novosti 22 Feb 2007 -- Tehran said Thursday it is ready to resolve any problems over its purported failure to pay Russia for the construction of a nuclear power plant in southern Iran within 10 days.
Rice: World Powers Unanimous on Halting Iran Nuclear Activity VOA 22 Feb 2007 -- U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice says world powers have a common goal of getting Iran to resume talks about its controversial nuclear program and to halt its uranium enrichment activity.
Analysis: Iran's Undeterred Nuclear Quest cfr.org 21 Feb 2007 -- Indications are that Iran has responded to UN Security Council sanctions by expanding uranium enrichment efforts, rather than freezing them
Rice says US missile system to be deployed in Poland, Czech Republic aims at Iran IRNA 21 Feb 2007 -- US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice said on Wednesday that the missile system the US has planned to deploy in Poland and the Czech Republic is aimed at a possible launch from Iran.
Secretary-General Ban urges Iran to comply with Security Council and negotiate UN News Centre 21 Feb 2007 -- Describing the Iranian nuclear issue as a "very serious concern" to the international community, Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today urged Iran's Government to fully comply with the Security Council and continue to negotiate with the world community.
Iran Sends Mixed Messages on Nuclear Issue VOA 21 Feb 2007 -- As another U.N. deadline on Iran's nuclear program passed, Tehran continued to send signals of both defiance and compromise
Larijani: Talks should be in the framework of IAEA IRNA 21 Feb 2007 -- Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council Ali Larijani said here talks about Iran's nuclear program must be only in the framework of IAEA and upon a joint paradigm.
Rice reiterates US conditions for Iran talks IRNA 21 Feb 2007 -- US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice on Wednesday said Iran could pave the way for direct talks, if Tehran halts its nuclear enrichment program.
EA supports Supreme Leader's guidelines, nation's nuclear right IRNA 21 Feb 2007 -- Experts Assembly on Wednesday voiced support for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei's guidelines, especially for the right of Iranian nation to acquire peaceful nuclear energy.
Last stage of nationwide Eqtedar wargame held today IRNA 21 Feb 2007 -- The third and last stage of the great Eqtedar wargame was held all over the country on Wednesday.
Only diplomatic means can resolve Iranian nuclear conflict: UN chief IRNA 21 Feb 2007 -- UN Secretary General Ban Ki Moon on Wednesday stressed that only diplomatic means can settle the ongoing row over Iran's nuclear program.
Nuclear energy will bring tremendous advancement to nation: Ahmadinejad IRNA 21 Feb 2007 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said here Wednesday that access to the full nuclear fuel cycle will move forward the Iranian nation by 50 years.
US threats against Iran violate int'l law: Larijani IRNA 21 Feb 2007 -- Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Larijani said here Tuesday that statements by US officials amounting to threats against Iran on account of its nuclear activities are an indication of their double standards and violate international law.
Iran ready to give guarantees on its peaceful N-program: Larijani IRNA 21 Feb 2007 -- Iran's top nuclear negotiator Ali Larijani here Tuesday expressed his country's readiness to give guarantees that its peaceful nuclear activities would not be diverted to non-peaceful uses.
Larijani says use of force will be met with "appropriate response" IRNA 21 Feb 2007 -- Iran's top nuclear negotiator said here Tuesday that Iran does not seek nuclear weapons and use of force to settle the nuclear issue will be met with an "appropriate response."
Larijani says enrichment suspension a "political" decision IRNA 21 Feb 2007 -- Iran's top nuclear negotiator said here Tuesday that suspension of uranium enrichment was a political and not a technical decision.
Blair Accuses Iran Of 'Contradictory' Statements RFE/RL 21 Feb 2007 -- British Prime Minister Tony Blair today accused Iranian officials of misleading the international community while continuing its alleged pursuit of nuclear weapons.
Iran Refuses To Halt Uranium Enrichment RFE/RL 21 Feb 2007 -- Iran has given no indication it intends to halt uranium enrichment by today's United Nations Security Council deadline, as Iranian President Mahmud Ahmadinejad vowed today that Tehran will press ahead with its nuclear program.
Iran ready to face West over nuclear program - pres. RIA Novosti 21 Feb 2007 -- Iranians will continue to make full use of peaceful nuclear energy and disregard opposition from countries speaking the language of force, the president said Wednesday.
Russia sends Iran debt settlement plan for Bushehr NPP RIA Novosti 21 Feb 2007 -- The Russian nuclear equipment and services monopoly said Wednesday it has sent its Iranian partners a timeframe for settling an outstanding debt on construction of a nuclear power plant in southern Iran.
Iran to carry on with nuclear program - President Ahmadinejad RIA Novosti 21 Feb 2007 -- Iran's president said Wednesday his country will carry on with the implementation of its national program to develop civilian nuclear energy.
US Consults on New Iran Nuclear Resolution VOA 20 Feb 2007 -- The Bush administration said Tuesday it has begun consultations on a new U.N. Security Council resolution that would further penalize Iran for failing to heed demands to halt uranium enrichment
Iran: Secretive Assembly Of Experts Begins Fourth Term RFE/RL 20 Feb 2007 -- The Assembly of Experts, an 86-member body of clerics that ostensibly elects Iran's supreme leader and supervises his work, today opened its fourth term since the 1979 Islamic Revolution.
Iran Rejects Russian Debt Claims On Bushehr RFE/RL 20 Feb 2007 -- Iran has denied Russian claims that Tehran has fallen behind on payments for work on the Bushehr nuclear power plant in southern Iran.
Russia says is committed to its obligations towards Iran IRNA 20 Feb 2007 -- Russia abides by its commitment for fuel shipment and completion of Bushehr nuclear power plant, said an aide to Russian Rosatom chief Sergei Novikov here on Tuesday.
IRGC conducts war games in Bandar Abbas IRNA 20 Feb 2007 -- The first phase of military war games code-named 'Great Prophet Mohammad (PBUH)' kicked off at Khatamol Anbia headquarters in Bandar Abbas on Tuesday.
President rejects disputes over Iran's nuclear issue IRNA 20 Feb 2007 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Tuesday that if the negotiators involved in Iran's nuclear issue believe that they can get somewhere through dispute, conspiracy and sowing seed of discord among the people, they are mistaken.
IRGC wargames enters second phase IRNA 20 Feb 2007 -- The second phase of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps' (IRGC) military exercises started in 16 provinces across Iran Tuesday morning.
Official: Iran has not delayed payment for Bushehr Power Plant IRNA 20 Feb 2007 -- Deputy Head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization (IAEO) in International Affairs Mohammad Saeedi said Iran has not delayed payments to the Russian Company 'Atomstroiexport' for Bushehr Power Plant.
Rafsanjani criticizes Russia for delay in completion of Bushehr power plant IRNA 20 Feb 2007 -- Chairman of the Expediency Council Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani on Monday criticized the Russian partner for the delay in completion of Bushehr power plant.
Iran open to nuclear talks, will not halt enrichment-Ahmadinejad RIA Novosti 20 Feb 2007 -- Iran's president said Tuesday his country was prepared for talks on its disputed nuclear program, but would not meet the precondition of halting uranium enrichment.
No plans to suspend Bushehr NPP construction - Atomstroyexport RIA Novosti 20 Feb 2007 -- Suspending or freezing the construction of the Bushehr nuclear power plant in Iran is out of the question, an official with the Russian nuclear equipment export monopoly said Tuesday.
UN nuclear watchdog chief bleak on Iran progress - paper RIA Novosti 20 Feb 2007 -- The head of the UN nuclear watchdog has little hope that Iran will abandon its sensitive nuclear activities any time soon, a British daily said Tuesday.
Ahmadinejad Rejects UN Demand to Halt Nuclear Program VOA 20 Feb 2007 -- Iran's President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has again rejected international demands to halt its nuclear activities.
Atomstroiexport: Late payment to delay launch of Bushehr facility IRNA 19 Feb 2007 -- Russia's Atomstroiexport project supervisor Vladimir Pavlov said on Monday that late payments by Iran might postpone the commissioning of Bushehr nuclear power plant.
Iran unhappy with slow construction of Bushehr NPP RIA Novosti 19 Feb 2007 -- Tehran is dissatisfied with the slow construction of the nuclear power plant in Bushehr, the press service of the head of the Iranian expediency council said Monday.
Tehran expects talks with EU to resume - FM RIA Novosti 19 Feb 2007 -- Iran is seeking the resumption of talks on the country's controversial nuclear program with the European Union foreign policy chief, the foreign minister said Monday.
Bushehr NPP construction could be prolonged - Russian body RIA Novosti 19 Feb 2007 -- The construction of a nuclear power plant in southern Iran could take more time than expected, an official from Russia's nuclear power equipment and services monopoly said Monday.
Iran has not paid Russia for Bushehr NPP building for month - source RIA Novosti 19 Feb 2007 -- Iran has not paid Russia for the construction of the nuclear power plant in Bushehr for a month, a source in the Russian currency control bodies said Monday.
Iran accuses Western special services of subversive activities RIA Novosti 19 Feb 2007 -- American, British and Israeli special services are involved in subversive activities on Iranian territory, the Iranian interior minister said Monday.
Iran's Supreme Leader Says U.S. Efforts In Region Will Fail RFE/RL 18 Feb 2007 -- Iran's supreme leader has said that the United States' efforts in the region will not succeed.
Iran Says It Will Not Halt Uranium Enrichment RFE/RL 18 Feb 2007 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry said today that Tehran will not agree to suspend uranium enrichment as demanded by the UN Security Council.
Iran reaffirms its intention to go ahead with nuclear activity RIA Novosti 18 Feb 2007 -- Iran reaffirmed Sunday its intention to continue enriching uranium.
Analysis: Iran's Dire Oil Straits cfr.org 19 Feb 2007 -- Among the parties with a keen interest in the nuclear standoff between Iran and the UN Security Council are foreign investors
Supreme Leader Says No Concession Over Iran's Nuclear Rights RFE/RL 17 Feb 2007 -- Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said today that Iran's disputed nuclear program is its "future and destiny."
Backgrounder: Tehran's Oil Disfunction cfr.org 16 Feb 2007 -- Iran's energy sector is slowly collapsing under the weight of subsidized gas prices and poor development of its aging oil fields, according to a number of Western economists
Iran: Expert Discusses Iran's Quds Force And U.S. Charges Concerning Iraq RFE/RL 16 Feb 2007 -- Defense Secretary Robert Gates has described as based on "hard fact" U.S. assertions that an elite branch of Iran's Revolutionary Guards Corps is training and arming Shi'ite extremists in neighboring Iraq
Gates, Pace Talk About Iranian Involvement in Iraq AFPS 15 Feb 2007 -- The U.S. military's goal in laying out the case against Iranians helping U.S. enemies in Iraq is to "stop these people from killing our troops, period," Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said here today.
US Officials Worried About Iranian Involvement in Iraq VOA 15 Feb 2007 -- U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates says he is concerned to find Iranians involved in some of the explosives aimed at coalition troops in Iraq
US anti-Iran documents on Iraq forged - Zarif IRNA 15 Feb 2007 -- Iran's UN Ambassador Javad Zarif said here Wednesday that US President George W. Bush has resorted to a new adventurist policy of "accusing" aimed at concealing US mistakes in Iraq.
Zarif: Iran does not have a military nuclear program IRNA 15 Feb 2007 -- Iran does not have a military nuclear program, said Iran's Ambassador to the United Nations Mohammad Javad Zarif on Wednesday.
US accusations of Iranian arms supply to Iraq mere "lies" IRNA 14 Feb 2007 -- US accusations of Iranian supply of arms and ammunition to Iraqi insurgents are nothing but lies, Iranian Minister of Defense Brigadier-General Mostafa Mohammad-Najjar said on Wednesday.
Bush Says He Will Protect U.S. Troops, But Not Provoke War With Iran AFPS 14 Feb 2007 -- President Bush said today he will do whatever it takes to protect U.S. troops in Iraq, and that he is not provoking war with Iran in doing so.
Bush Says Iran Sending Arms to Iraq VOA 14 Feb 2007 -- President Bush says he is convinced an elite Iranian military unit with government ties is putting weapons in the hands of Iraqi insurgents
Iranian Interference a Force-Protection Issue, General Says AFPS 14 Feb 2007 -- An influx of Iranian weapons and munitions into Iraq amounts to a "major force-protection issue," a senior coalition official in Iraq said today.
At Least 11 Reported Killed In Iran Bombing RFE/RL 14 Feb 2007 -- Iranian news agencies report that at least 11 people were killed today when a bus transporting employees of Iran's Revolutionary Guards was targeted in a car-bomb attack.
US Officials: Moqtada al-Sadr Left Iraq for Iran VOA 14 Feb 2007 -- U.S. officials say radical Shi'ite cleric Moqtada al-Sadr left Iraq for Iran two to three weeks ago.
Iran Seeking Influence in Afganistian VOA 13 Feb 2007 -- Since ancient times, the region that is now Afghanistan -- a fragile mix of ethnic and religious groups -- has been an object of interest of its neighbors and other powers
FM spokesman rules out suspension of uranium enrichment IRNA 13 Feb 2007 -- Foreign Ministry Spokesman Mohammad Ali Hosseini said here Tuesday that Iran will never accept suspension of uranium enrichment as precondition for negotiations with the European Union to help resolve the dispute on Iranian nuclear program.
EU dismisses FT report on Iran as "misleading" IRNA 13 Feb 2007 -- A senior European Union official dismissed Tuesday a front-page report on Iran in the leading European daily Financial Times (FT) as giving a "misleading impression.''
Larijani: Iran pledges not to produce nuclear weapons IRNA 13 Feb 2007 -- Secretary of Supreme National Security Council Ali Larijani said that Iran is prepared to fully guarantee that it does not intend to produce nuclear weapons.
Russia reaffirms need for diplomacy to settle Iran's nuclear row IRNA 13 Feb 2007 -- Russian Defense Minister Sergei Ivanov on Tuesday reiterated that only international diplomatic efforts can resolve the impasse over Iran's nuclear program.
Defense of peaceful N-energy a symbol of nation's desire for independence: Haddad-Adel IRNA 13 Feb 2007 -- Majlis Speaker Gholam-Ali Haddad-Adel said here Tuesday that defense of the right to pursue peaceful nuclear energy has become a symbol of the country's aspirations for independence.
EU: Brussels Rushes To Clarify 'Nuclear Iran' Report RFE/RL 13 Feb 2007 -- EU officials launched a rare and hurried exercise in damage control today to counter a suggestion by the "Financial Times" newspaper that the bloc has concluded that Iran cannot be prevented from acquiring a nuclear bomb.
Interview: Samore: Limited Progress Possible on Korea, Iran cfr.org 13 Feb 2007 -- Gary S. Samore, an expert on North Korean and Iranian nuclear issues, cites evidence of changes on both negotiating fronts that might achieve limited progress.
Analysis: The Goods on Iran cfr.org 13 Feb 2007
Iran: Velayati's Moscow Visit Seen As Strengthening Relations With Russia RFE/RL 13 Feb 2007 -- Former Iranian Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Velayati, a foreign affairs adviser to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was in Moscow on February 8-9 for talks on Iran's controversial nuclear program.
Bush Downplays Speculation Of U.S. Military Strike On Iran RFE/RL 13 Feb 2007 -- U.S. President George W. Bush has dismissed talk that his administration "wants to go to war" as "noise" from political opponents who do not understand his comprehensive strategy toward Tehran.
Iran set to continue uranium enrichment, but offers proposals RIA Novosti 13 Feb 2007 -- Iran will continue enriching uranium, but has fresh proposals to make if international talks resume, Iranian officials said Tuesday.
Elbaradei says no proof that Iran is after nuclear weapons programme IRNA 12 Feb 2007 -- The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency, Mohammed ElBaradei, Monday ruled out any military solution to Iran's nuclear issue and stressed that there was no evidence of a nuclear weapons programme in Iran.
Enrichment suspension negotiable: Hosseini IRNA 12 Feb 2007 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Mohammad-Ali Hosseini said here Monday that all issues including suspension of enrichment can be brought up and discussed during negotiations.
FM spokesman: Switzerland's plan to be examined if it guarantees Iran's nuclear right IRNA 12 Feb 2007 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Seyed Mohammad-Ali Hosseini said here Monday that if Switzerland's proposed plan guarantees Iran's nuclear right, it will be examined.
FM: US mismanagement accounts for insecurity in Iraq IRNA 12 Feb 2007 -- Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said that insecurity in Iraq has to do with the US mismanagement and underlined that the failure of its policies on Iraq and on the domestic scene have led the US to attempt to divert attention from its recent failures by launching false propaganda against Iran.
FM: Iran supports political process in Iraq IRNA 12 Feb 2007 -- Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki here Monday said that Iran will fully support Iraq's political process and urged that Iraqi people should determine their own destiny.
Iran denies U.S. accusation that it aids Iraqi insurgents RIA Novosti 12 Feb 2007 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry denied Monday U.S. accusations that it is assisting Iraqi rebels.
Iraq: Security Analyst Discusses Accusations Against Iran RFE/RL 12 Feb 2007 -- U.S. officials in Iraq say they have evidence Iran is providing weapons and technology for powerful roadside bombs being used by some Shi'ite militia units to attack coalition troops.
Iran Rejects U.S. Charges That It Supplies Iraqi Weapons RFE/RL 12 Feb 2007 -- Tehran has dismissed U.S. accusations that the "highest levels" of Iran's government are responsible for supplying sophisticated roadside bombs to Shi'ite Muslim insurgents in Iraq.
Iran ready to discuss enrichment suspension - Foreign Ministry RIA Novosti 12 Feb 2007 -- Iran is ready to start talks on suspending its uranium enrichment program, the Foreign Ministry said Monday.
Nuclear program, outcome of national demand in past 40 years IRNA 11 Feb 2007 -- Iranian nuclear program is the outcome of national demand in the past 40 years and Iran has accomplished the fuel-cycle in the context of Safeguards Agreement of International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
Iran keen to promote peace and stability in Mideast: Larijani (part 1) IRNA 11 Feb 2007
Iran keen to promote peace and stability in Mideast: Larijani (part 2) IRNA 11 Feb 2007
Iran keen to promote peace and stability in Mideast: Larijani (part 3) IRNA 11 Feb 2007
Iran keen to promote peace and stability in Mideast: Larijani (part 4) IRNA 11 Feb 2007
Iran keen to promote peace and stability in Mideast: Larijani (part 5) IRNA 11 Feb 2007
Iran keen to promote peace and stability in Mideast: Larijani (part 6) IRNA 11 Feb 2007
Iran keen to promote peace and stability in Mideast: Larijani (part 7) IRNA 11 Feb 2007
Iran keen to promote peace and stability in Mideast: Larijani (part 8) IRNA 11 Feb 2007
"No room for WMDs in Iran's national security doctrine," says Larijani IRNA 11 Feb 2007 -- Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council Ali Larijani Sunday stressed that weapons of mass destruction (WMDs) have no place in his country's national security doctrine.
Iran able to produce all facilities needed by armed forces: minister IRNA 11 Feb 2007 -- Minister of Defense Mostafa Mohammad-Najjar said on Sunday that Iran has reached a point to produce all facilities needed by the armed forces inside the country by the grace of God and thanks to efforts of Iranian experts.
Iranians to strongly defend Islamic Revolution's values: Ahmadinejad IRNA 11 Feb 2007 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said here Sunday that the Iranian people will strongly defend all values and achievements of their great Islamic Revolution.
President: Iran will press for recognition of its nuclear right within framework of law IRNA 11 Feb 2007 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said here Sunday said that although Majlis has authorized the government to end its cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Iran intends to press for recognition of its inalienable nuclear right within the framework of international law, rules and regulations.
Iran: Islamic Revolution's Legacy Debated As Anniversary Marked RFE/RL 11 Feb 2007 -- Protesters today chanted "Death to America!" outside of the Swiss Embassy in Tehran in the midst of Iran's annual "10-Day Dawn" celebrations that mark the 1979 Islamic Revolution
Iran still studying Russia's uranium proposal - official RIA Novosti 11 Feb 2007 -- Iran is still considering Russia's proposal on a joint venture to enrich uranium, the head of the Iranian National Security Council said Sunday.
Iran prepared for nuclear talks without preconditions -president RIA Novosti 11 Feb 2007 -- Iran is prepared for fair negotiations on its nuclear issue without preconditions, Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said Sunday.
Iran's President Says Iran Will Not Suspend Nuclear Program VOA 11 Feb 2007 -- Mahmoud Ahmadinejad was speaking to tens of thousands of Iranians at a rally celebrating the anniversary of the 1979 Islamic revolution that toppled the U.S.-backed Shah.
Russia's Putin denies passing missile technology to Iran RIA Novosti 10 Feb 2007 -- Russia has not passed missile technology to Iran, but other countries, including European, did, President Vladimir Putin said Saturday.
Iran's nuclear program unacceptable to int'l community - Merkel RIA Novosti 10 Feb 2007 -- Iran's nuclear program is unacceptable to Germany or to the international community as a whole, the German chancellor said Saturday.
Iran: UN Surveillance Cameras Installed at Nuclear Plant VOA 10 Feb 2007 -- Iran says the U.N. nuclear watchdog agency has installed surveillance cameras at a nuclear facility in Natanz.
Rafsanjani: Military attacks on Iran would be very costly for US IRNA 09 Feb 2007 -- Chairman of the Expediency Council Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani said here Thursday that any military attacks on Iran would be very costly for the United States.
IAEA Cuts Iran Aid Projects by Half VOA 09 Feb 2007 -- The United Nations nuclear agency has suspended nearly half of its technical aid projects to Iran.
Another Iran-6 session likely before Feb. 23 - Russia FM Lavrov RIA Novosti 09 Feb 2007 -- Another session of an international mediation group on Tehran's controversial nuclear program could take place before the international nuclear watchdog submits a report to the UN Security Council, Russia's foreign minister told a German magazine Friday.
Iranian Nuclear Envoy Cancels Trip to Germany VOA 09 Feb 2007 -- Iran's top nuclear negotiator, Ali Larijani, has canceled a visit to Europe, where he was supposed to hold talks on the international standoff over Iran's nuclear program.
Supreme Leader: Iran will give crushing response to US, if attacked IRNA 08 Feb 2007 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei said on Thursday that Iran will give crushing response to the US, if the United States attacks Iran.
IRGC's sea maneuver kicks off IRNA 08 Feb 2007 -- By shooting the strategic land-to-sea SSN4 missiles, the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC)'s Naval Force initiated the sea expert war game dubbed "Ra'd" (thunder) in the waters of the Persian Gulf, Oman Sea, and the northern part of the Indian Ocean, the deputy commander of IRGC's Naval Force Rear Admiral Ali Fadavi said here on Thursday.
Rafsanjani: Military attacks on Iran would be very costly for US IRNA 08 Feb 2007 -- Chairman of the Expediency Council Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani said here Thursday that any military attacks on Iran would be very costly for the United States.
Iran's nuclear program fully transparent: FM official IRNA 08 Feb 2007 -- A Foreign Ministry official said here Thursday that Iran's nuclear activities were fully transparent and carried out under the supervision of International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) inspectors.
US attack threat against Iran part of psychological war - Min IRNA 08 Feb 2007 -- Ruling out possibility of a US attack against Iran under current conditions, Intelligence Minister said here Wednesday such rumors are just parts of a psychological war.
Nuclear talks can build trust for both sides - Rafsanjani IRNA 08 Feb 2007 -- Head of IRI Expediency Council said here Wednesday that negotiation is the only solution for significant regional and international problems, able to build trust for both sides.
Iran: Ex-President Hashemi-Rafsanjani Draws Rightwing Ire RFE/RL 08 Feb 2007 -- Former Iranian President and current Expediency Council Chairman Ali Akbar Hashemi-Rafsanjani has faced verbal attacks from conservative elements in the country in the past.
Iran's Supreme Leader Threatens Retaliation If Attacked RFE/RL 08 Feb 2007 -- Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei says Iran will strike back at the United States if it is attacked.
Iran successfully tests anti-ship SSN-4 Sark missiles RIA Novosti 08 Feb 2007 -- Iran has successfully tested Soviet-designed SSN-4 Sark anti-ship missiles, Iranian television reported, citing the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps responsible for the country's missile forces.
Khamenei: If Attacked, Iran Will Strike US Interests Worldwide VOA 08 Feb 2007 -- Iran's Supreme Leader says if attacked by the United States, Iran will respond by striking U.S. interests all over the world.
Larijani unveils US role in kidnaping of Iranian diplomat in Iraq IRNA 07 Feb 2007 -- Secretary of Supreme National Security Council Ali Larijani said here Wednesday that Iran believes that the US was involved in the recent kidnapping of Iranian diplomat.
Larijani: Iran's technical path of nuclear research is clear IRNA 07 Feb 2007 -- Secretary of Supreme National Security Council Ali Larijani said on Wednesday that the technical path of Iran's nuclear research and development is clear and that it is being conducted under the supervision of the UN nuclear watchdog.
Iranian armed forces tests modern air defense shield IRNA 07 Feb 2007 -- The Iranian armed forces tested a modern air defense shield dubbed as TORM1, Commander of the Air Force of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Brigadier-General Hossein Salami said on Wednesday.
U.S. Envoy Urges Sustained Nonmilitary Campaign Against Iran Washington File 07 Feb 2007 -- European countries should join the United States in a nonmilitary campaign aimed at pressuring the Iranian government to turn away from its nuclear ambitions, the U.S. representative to the International Atomic Energy Agency says.
Iraq: Diplomat's Kidnapping Heightens U.S./Iran Tensions RFE/RL 07 Feb 2007 -- On February 4, a large group of gunmen dressed as Iraqi commandos blocked a street in central Baghdad and seized Jalal Sharafi, the second secretary of the Iranian Embassy, from his car.
Iran successfully tests Russian TOR-M1 missiles RIA Novosti 07 Feb 2007 -- Iran has successfully tested the TOR-M1 air defense missile system recently supplied by Russia, the Iranian news agency ISNA said, citing the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps responsible for national nuclear forces.
Minister: Iran ready to teach a lesson to possible aggressors IRNA 06 Feb 2007 -- Defense Minister Mostafa Mohammad-Najjar said that Iran is fully prepared to teach a lesson to possible aggressors to make them repent of such a measure forever.
IRGC navy, air forces to launch wargame in Persian Gulf, Oman Sea IRNA 06 Feb 2007 -- Missile units of the air and naval forces of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) will begin a specialized wargame in southern and central parts of Persian Gulf and the Sea of Oman from Wednesday.
Iran threat behind Poland's interest in missile defense RIA Novosti 06 Feb 2007 -- Poland may agree to the deployment of a U.S. missile defense system on its territory because it perceives a threat from Iran, not Russia or Belarus, Polish military attache Andrzej Lewandowski said Tuesday.
Nuclear Experts: Iran Links Underground Centrifuges VOA 05 Feb 2007 -- International nuclear experts say Iran has linked up two more sets of centrifuges at its Natanz nuclear plant, this time underground.
Larijani: Iran never wants to produce nuclear bomb IRNA 05 Feb 2007 -- "As we have already declared Iran never wants to produce nuclear bomb," Secretary of Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Larijani said on Monday.
Airforce fully ready to repel any threat, aggression IRNA 05 Feb 2007 -- Commander of the Islamic Republic Army's Airforce Brigadier General Ahmad Miqani said here on Monday that forces under his command are fully prepared to repel any threat and aggression.
Iran: Pakistani President Seeks Support To Curb Mideast Conflict RFE/RL 05 Feb 2007 -- Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf is in Iran today for talks with President Mahmud Ahmedinjad and other Iranian leaders on how to break the cycle of violence in the Middle East region.
Iran: U.K. Groups Appeal To Blair To Defuse Tensions RFE/RL 05 Feb 2007 -- A coalition of civil-society groups in the United Kingdom has urged Prime Minister Tony Blair to do all he can to prevent any possible U.S.-led military strike on Iran
Iran top nuclear negotiator rules out talks with U.S. in Munich RIA Novosti 05 Feb 2007 -- Iran's top nuclear negotiator has confirmed he will attend an international security conference in Munich later this week, but said he will not meet with U.S. officials on the sidelines of the event.
Iran to cooperate with IAEA based on NPT: Soltaniyeh IRNA 04 Feb 2007 -- Iran's permanent envoy to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Ali-Asghar Soltaniyeh on Sunday underlined that Tehran will cooperate with IAEA based on Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and the Majlis' ratification.
Rafsanjani says US has planned to commit aggression on Iran IRNA 04 Feb 2007 -- Chairman of the Expediency Council Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani said Sunday that the US has planned to commit aggression on Iran and will see how Iranians will stand up against them.
IAEA installs new cameras at Natanz Nuclear Complex IRNA 04 Feb 2007 -- Head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization (IAEO) Reza Aqazadeh said here Sunday that the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has installed some cameras at new locations in Natanz Nuclear Complex, including the `gas injection and storehouse' sections, over the past two days.
Outstanding issues with IAEA, resolvable, Aqazadeh says IRNA 04 Feb 2007 -- Head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization (IAEO) Reza Aqazadeh said Sunday that the outstanding issues with International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) would be resolved at a meeting of the agency's Board of Governors.
Iran nuclear case, mere pretext for US: speaker IRNA 04 Feb 2007 -- Majlis Speaker Gholam-Ali Haddad-Adel said here Sunday that Iran's peaceful nuclear case had become just a pretext for the US.
Iran does not intend to fulfill UN resolution - vice-president RIA Novosti 04 Feb 2007 -- Iran does not intend to comply with the requirements of a resolution by the UN Security Council demanding from the Islamic Republic to suspend its uranium enrichment activities, a senior Iranian official said Sunday.
Soltaniyeh: Installation of 2 cameras at UF6 production phase shows Iran's additional cooperation with IAEA IRNA 03 Feb 2007 -- Iran's Ambassador to the Vienna-based International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Ali-Asghar Soltaniyeh said here Saturday that the two cameras installed at the UF6 production facilities at Isfahan UCF Complex is a sign of Iran's additional cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog.
Soltaniyeh: Iran to continue its nuclear activities, remain committed to relevant laws IRNA 03 Feb 2007 -- Iran's Ambassador to the Vienna-based International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Ali-Asghar Soltaniyeh said here Saturday that while complying with international commitments, Iran is determined to continue its nuclear activities for peaceful purposes.
US engagement with Iran will prove it is devoid of superiority IRNA 03 Feb 2007 -- Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Yahya Rahim Safavi warned Saturday that the US had better avoid any military engagement with the Islamic Republic of Iran.
President: February 11, a day for proving Iran's nuclear right IRNA 03 Feb 2007 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Saturday that the anniversary of the victory of the Islamic Revolution (February 11) marks the day for proving Iran's inalienable right to access nuclear energy and declaration of the nation's participation in the trend of national progress.
Larijani criticizes negotiators involved in nuclear talks for leaving the session IRNA 03 Feb 2007 -- Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Secretary Ali Larijani said here Saturday that the negotiators involved in Iran's nuclear talks left the session.
U.S. has no military plans against Iran - FM Lavrov RIA Novosti 03 Feb 2007 -- The United States has no military plans against Iran and Washington agrees to cooperate with Moscow on bringing Iran back to negotiations, the Russian foreign minister said Saturday.
Iran: Nuclear Inspectors Welcome Within NPT Framework VOA 03 Feb 2007 -- Later this month, the clock will run out for Iran, when a U.N. Security Council deadline for halting uranium enrichment will expire. If Tehran has not complied, the Security Council will consider taking additional steps against the Islamic Republic
Gates, Pace: No Plans for War, But U.S. Won't Tolerate Iran's Interference AFPS 02 Feb 2007 -- The United States has no plans to go to war with Iran, but it won't tolerate Iranian activities that are endangering U.S. troops in Iraq, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates told reporters today during a Pentagon news conference.
Iran: Legislators Warn That Country Has Exhausted Petrodollars RFE/RL 02 Feb 2007 -- Iranian parliamentarians voted recently to allow the government to spend hundreds of millions of dollars from Iran's foreign-exchange reserves -- which hold Iran's surplus cash from sales of petroleum
United States Warns Iran to Stop Arming Iraqi Militias Washington File 01 Feb 2007 -- Iran must stop arming Iraq's Shiite insurgents, says Under Secretary of State R. Nicholas Burns.
Iran's peaceful N-program transparent to all: Ahmadinejad IRNA 01 Feb 2007 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said here Thursday that the Iranian nation has always observed rules and regulations in the conduct of its peaceful nuclear activities, adding that the issue is clear as far as states are concerned.
Iranian Embassy denies Iran-North Korea cooperation on nuclear test IRNA 01 Feb 2007 -- Iranian Embassy in Moscow has rejected reports in a section of the foreign media about Iran-North Korea cooperation in conducting nuclear tests.
Larijani: ElBaradei should submit a written plan to be considered by Tehran IRNA 01 Feb 2007 -- Iran's Secretary of Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Larijani, referring to his talks with IAEA Director-General Muhammad ElBaradei on Monday said, "He should submit a written plan, so we can consider it and express our views about it."
U.S. Warns Iran To Stop Aiding Iraqi Insurgents RFE/RL 01 Feb 2007 -- Washington has again charges that Iran is helping Iraqi militants make lethal bombs used against U.S. soldiers and has warned Tehran to end the practice.
Reports Say US Investigating Possible Iranian Involvement in Karbala Attack VOA 01 Feb 2007 -- U.S. media reports [New York Times, CNN] say the United States is investigating possible Iranian involvement in a recent attack that killed five American soldiers in Iraq's city of Karbala
Iran Celebrates 1979 Revolution RFE/RL 01 Feb 2007 -- Iran has begun 10 days of celebrations, known as "Ten Days of Dawn," to mark the 28th anniversary of the 1979 Islamic revolution.
Peaceful Iran nuclear program can be guaranteed - Putin RIA Novosti 01 Feb 2007 -- Russia's president said Thursday there are ways of ensuring Iran's right to develop civilian nuclear power, while eliminating international concerns on the issue.
Russia supports recent IAEA initiative on Iran nuclear file RIA Novosti 01 Feb 2007 -- IAEA Director General Mohamed ElBaradei's proposal to declare a timeout in talks on the Iranian nuclear dossier "deserves serious attention," the Russian Foreign Ministry said Thursday.

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