April 2009 - Iran Special Weapons News

Clinton Concerned About Health of Journalist Jailed by Iran VOA 30 Apr 2009 -- US Secretary of State Clinton has expressed concern about the health of journalist Roxana Saberi.
Iran, Venezuela ink MoU on defense IRNA 30 Apr 2009 -- Iran and Venezuela signed a memorandum of understanding on defense issues on Thursday.
Iran, Turkmenistan review enhanced defense cooperation IRNA 30 Apr 2009 -- Iran and Turkmenistan here Wednesday discussed avenues to promote defense cooperation.
Mottaki: All should enjoy peaceful nuclear energy IRNA 29 Apr 2009 -- FM Mottaki: "Our slogan is very clear: nuclear energy for everybody and nuclear weapons for nobody."
Ehud Barak: It is very difficult to deal with Iran's nuclear program IRNA 28 Apr 2009 -- Defense Minister of the Zionist regime Ehud Barak has described Iran's peaceful nuclear program as very complicated.
US Congress Moves to Tighten Sanctions on Iran VOA 28 Apr 2009 -- US Congress took steps to tighten sanctions against Iran in effort to provide President Obama authority to increase pressure on Tehran.
What's Next For Iranian-American Journalist Roxana Saberi? RFE/RL 28 Apr 2009 -- Iranian politics are opaque and complicated and it's often difficult to predict future political developments.
Iran: Jailed US-Iranian Journalist Not on Hunger Strike VOA 28 Apr 2009 -- Iranian officials have denied reports an Iranian-American journalist jailed in Tehran is on a hunger strike, and say she is in good health.
Iran denies reports on Saberi's hunger strike IRNA 28 Apr 2009 -- Judiciary spokesman Jamshidi refuted reports on detained journalist Roxana Saberi's hunger strike, saying she is in good health conditions.
Afghanistan, Pakistan, Iran Call for Greater Cooperation VOA 28 Apr 2009 -- FMs of Pakistan, Afghanistan and Iran underscored the need to better link their countries by road and rail.
Iran Presidential Candidate: Ahmadinejad Antagonizing West VOA 28 Apr 2009 -- A reformist candidate in Iran's upcoming presidential race is vowing to reverse current President Ahmadinejad's policies if elected.
EU foreign ministers to discuss resolving Iranian nuclear impasse IRNA 27 Apr 2009 -- European foreign ministers set to meet in Luxembourg to discuss ways of settling the standoff over Iran's nuclear program.
FM spokesman: Nuclear talks going on in positive atmosphere IRNA 27 Apr 2009 -- Iran's FM spokesman Qashqavi: Talks over Iran’s peaceful nuclear program was going on smoothly in a positive atmosphere.
Information Ministry arrests members of terrorist network IRNA 27 Apr 2009 -- Information Minister Mohseni Ejeie: Terrorist network affiliating to Zionists busted before they could carry out any anti-security actions.
Obama Outreach Weighed in Mideast VOA 26 Apr 2009 -- U.S. President Barack Obama has made dialogue with the Middle East a priority in his early months in office. As the Obama administration approaches the 100 day mark, regional leaders are assessing the result.
Mottaki: US responsible for massacre of Iranian pilgrims in Iraq IRNA 26 Apr 2009 -- Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said on Sunday that the US should be accountable for the recent terrorist act against Iranian pilgrims in Iraq which claimed lives of many innocent civilians.
Iran will bring to justice perpetrators of terrorist attacks in Iraq IRNA 26 Apr 2009 -- Speaker of Iran’s Consultative Assembly (Majlis) Ali Larijani vowed on Sunday to bring to justice those involved in terrorist attacks against Iranian pilgrims in Iraq on April 23-24.
Ejeie: terrorists intending to carry out bombing attacks arrested IRNA 26 Apr 2009 -- Information Minister Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejeie said here on Sunday that the elements of a terrorist group which intended to carry out several bombing attacks in the capital were identified and arrested.
Ahmadinejad: Iran Not Ready for US Talks Without Preconditions VOA 26 Apr 2009 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad says he is not ready for talks with U.S. officials without preconditions.
Saberi 'In Day Five' Of Hunger Strike In Iran Jail RFE/RL 25 Apr 2009 -- Father of jailed US-Iranian journalist Roxana Saberi has confirmed that his daughter is on a hunger strike .
UK seeks full EU backing to new US engagement with Iran IRNA 24 Apr 2009 -- British Foreign Secretary David Miliband will seek full EU backing to the changed US policy towards Iran.
German FM urges "constructive" Iranian reply to Obama call for talks IRNA 24 Apr 2009 -- German FM Steinmeier called for a "constructive" answer to call by US President Obama to have direct talks with Tehran.
Clinton: Bush Iran Policy Did Not Work VOA 23 Apr 2009 -- U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said the previous Bush administration's attempts to isolate Iran did not work.
Solana, Jalili talk on phone about Iran response to G5+1 IRNA 23 Apr 2009 -- EU policy chief Solana discussed Tehran's response to Group 5+1 statement with Secretary of Iran's SNSC Jalili.
Clinton Details 'Mortal Threat' In South Asia, Imperatives On Iran RFE/RL 23 Apr 2009 -- US Secretary of State Clinton fielded questions for more than 3 hours on a wide range of foreign policy topics.
U.S. vows tough sanctions against Iran if nuclear talks fail RIA Novosti 22 Apr 2009 -- Washington is ready to adopt "very tough sanctions" against Iran if Tehran refuses to abandon its controversial nuclear program.
Clinton: US Prepared for New Sanctions if Outreach to Iran Fails VOA 22 Apr 2009 -- Secretary of State Clinton: US laying groundwork for new sanctions against Iran if outreach to Tehran fails to produce results.
Russian official: 5+1 moving towards resuming talks with Iran IRNA 22 Apr 2009 -- Deputy Russian FM: Russia and other members of G5+1 would move towards resuming nuclear negotiations with Iran.
Tehran Ready for 'Constructive' Talks, Says Nuclear Negotiator VOA 22 Apr 2009 -- Iran's top nuclear negotiator signaled that Tehran is "ready for constructive dialogue" over its nuclear program.
Iran will become nuclear fuel-producer by 2010 IRNA 22 Apr 2009 -- Iran will be transformed into a nuclear fuel-producing country by the end of Fourth Five-Year Development Plan (2005-2010).
Iran Welcomes Nuclear Talks VOA 22 Apr 2009 -- News agencies in Iran say Tehran welcomes "constructive" talks with world powers on its nuclear program.
Obama: Ahmadinejad's Israel Remarks Hurt Iran VOA 21 Apr 2009 -- U.S. President Barack Obama said Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's denunciation of Israel undermines Iran's position in the world.
Soltanieh: UNSC may remove Iran's nuclear case from its agenda IRNA 21 Apr 2009 -- An Iranian diplomat said that the UN Security Council may remove Iran's nuclear case from its agenda soon.
MP: Iran to attend G5+1 talks without enrichment suspension IRNA 21 Apr 2009 -- Iran would take part in the next meeting of the Group 5+1 without enrichment suspension which has become matter of the past.
Iranian Official Says Appeals Court Could Reconsider Jailed Journalist's Case VOA 21 Apr 2009 -- Iranian judiciary spokesman: Appeals court could reconsider the verdict handed to a jailed journalist.
International Outcry Grows Over Journalist Jailed In Tehran RFE/RL 21 Apr 2009 -- Case of jailed journalist gaining prominence as Washington, EU, and President Ahmadinejad all expressing opinions.
Information Minister: Saberi's trial held legally IRNA 21 Apr 2009 -- Information Minister Mohseni Ejeie: Trial of Roxana Saberi has been held based on the laws of the country.
Iran Blames Israel and US for World Woes VOA 20 Apr 2009 -- Iranian President Ahmadinejad has blamed the US, Israel and UNSC members for many of the world's woes at UN conference on racism in Geneva.
Top UN Nuclear Official Optimistic About North Korea, Iran VOA 20 Apr 2009 -- Head of UN's nuclear watchdog believes nuclear disagreements with North Korea and Iran can be resolved through dialogue.
ElBaradei urges US to take 1st step to solve Iran nuclear dispute IRNA 20 Apr 2009 -- UN nuclear watchdog chief ElBaradei: To solve the row over Iran's nuclear program, the US had to take the first step.
Iran's response to G5+1 is being prepared: Qashqavi IRNA 20 Apr 2009 -- FM spokesman Qashqavi: Iran's response to the recent statement of the Group 5+1 on Iran's peaceful nuclear program is being prepared.
Int'l confab on nuclear energy kicked off in Beijing IRNA 20 Apr 2009 -- The International Conference on Energy in the 21st Century opened in the Chinese capital.
Clinton Renews Call on Iran to Free Roxana Saberi VOA 20 Apr 2009 -- Secretary of State Clinton hopes calls for a reexamination of the spy case against Iranian-American journalist will lead to her speedy release.
Iran Careful in Response to US Criticism of Saberi Case VOA 20 Apr 2009 -- The head of Iran's judiciary has ordered a prompt and fair appeal process for imprisoned US-Iranian journalist Roxana Saberi.
Qashqavi denies link between arrest of Saberi, abduction of Iranians IRNA 20 Apr 2009 -- Iran's FM spokesman Qashqavi rejected any connection between the arrest of Roxana Saberi and abduction of Iranian diplomats in Iraq by the US forces.
Iran orders quick, fair appeal for reporter sentenced as U.S. spy RIA Novosti 20 Apr 2009 -- Iran's top judge has ordered a "quick and fair" appeal for U.S.-Iranian reporter Roxana Saberi, jailed last week for espionage.
Iran Orders 'Quick and Fair' Appeal for Jailed US Journalist VOA 20 Apr 2009 -- The head of Iran's judiciary has ordered a "quick" and "fair" appeal for jailed Iranian-American journalist Roxana Saberi.
Iran Jails Iranian-American Journalist As U.S. Spy RFE/RL 20 Apr 2009 -- Father of Iranian-American journalist Saberi: Iranian court has convicted her of espionage and sentenced her to lengthy prison term.
Iranian nuclear delegation arrive in Beijing IRNA 19 Apr 2009 -- A delegation comprising Iranian nuclear officials and experts arrived in Beijing on Sunday to attend an international conference on "Energy in the 21st Centurey".
Iran's President Calls for Fair Treatment for Detained Journalist VOA 19 Apr 2009 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmedinejad is urging the Iranian judiciary to allow American-journalist Roxana Saberi a full and fair defense during the appeal process of her conviction on espionage charges.
Ahmadinejad To Judiciary: Ensure Reporter's Rights RFE/RL 19 Apr 2009 -- Iran's President Ahmadinejad has called for a journalist convicted of espionage to receive fair treatment from the country's judiciary.
Recast on Iran's status prior to talks with G5+1 IRNA 18 Apr 2009 -- To persuade Iran to attend Group 5+1 talks, the US has to ignore sets of sanctions imposed against the country in the past, an analyst said on Saturday.
Iranian nuclear officials due in China by Sunday IRNA 18 Apr 2009 -- A number of Iranian nuclear officials are scheduled to visit China on Saturday and Sunday to attend an international ministerial conference on nuclear energy in the 21st century in Beijing.
Iran among producers of radar evading aircraft: Air Force Commander IRNA 18 Apr 2009 -- Iran is among a few countries able to produce radar-evading aircraft, the Army’s Air Force Commander Brigadier General Hassan Shah-Safi said on Saturday.
Iran believes in nuclear energy for all: FM IRNA 18 Apr 2009 -- Iran’s Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said on Saturday that Tehran believes in “nuclear energy for all and nuclear weapons for no one”.
Iran's armed forces guarantee regional security: President IRNA 18 Apr 2009 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Saturday that the Iranian armed forces guarantee regional security.
Nuclear issue not US real problem with Iran: 1st Vice-President IRNA 18 Apr 2009 -- First Vice-President of Iran Parviz Davoudi said on Saturday that losing Washington’s old interests in Iran after the 1979 Islamic Revolution was the main problem of the US with Iran not the latter’s peaceful nuclear program.
Mottaki: Elimination of nuclear weapons should be encouraged IRNA 17 Apr 2009 -- FM Mottaki: Countries which have nuclear weapons should be encouraged to eliminate them.
Iran to attend Intl. Conference on Nuclear Power for the 21st Century IRNA 17 Apr 2009 -- The International Conference on Nuclear Power for the 21st Century will be held in Beijing with Iran's attendance.
U.S. Representatives Express Concern About Russia In Former Soviet Space RFE/RL 17 Apr 2009 -- Members spoke about Russia, the former Soviet space, and challenges in Afghanistan and Iran.
New Iranian Proposal Aims to End Nuclear Dispute VOA 15 Apr 2009 -- Iranian President Ahmadinejad: Tehran preparing a new package of proposals for the West, aimed at resolving dispute over nuclear program.
Iran protests to UN Security Council over Israel threats IRNA 15 Apr 2009 -- Iran's permanent representative to the UN strongly protested over statements about Iran's peaceful nuclear program.
Ahmadinejad reaffirms 'no' to uranium enrichment stop: Der Spiegel IRNA 15 Apr 2009 -- Iranian President Ahmadinejpad has reiterated his opposition to Western demands for an uranium enrichment stop.
7,000 centrifuges operating in Natanz nuclear facilities: President IRNA 15 Apr 2009 -- President Ahmadinejad: Some 7,000 centrifuges are presently operating in the Natanz nuclear facilities in central Iran.
UK official: Group 5+1 seeks 'freeze for freeze' agreement with Iran IRNA 15 Apr 2009 -- British Foreign Office: No change to Group 5+1 approach of 'full suspension' of uranium enrichment.
Iran says S-300 missile deal with Russia on track RIA Novosti 15 Apr 2009 -- There are no obstacles to the delivery of Russian S-300 surface-to-air missile systems to Tehran.
Afghanistan welcomes Iran's readiness to help anti-drugs police IRNA 15 Apr 2009 -- Kabul welcomed Tehran's readiness to train the Afghan anti-drugs police and cooperate in providing border security.
Jalili underlines need to expand Iran-Iraq cooperation IRNA 15 Apr 2009 -- Secretary of Supreme National Security Council Jalili underlined the need to use all potentials in expanding Iran-Iraq cooperation.
Safari: No change in Iran's Caspian policies IRNA 15 Apr 2009 -- Iran's Special Representative for Caspian Sea Affairs Safari: Tehran's stance vis-à-vis Caspian Sea is stable and have not changed whatsoever.
Iranian, Russian deputy FMs confer on Caspian Sea status IRNA 15 Apr 2009 -- Iran's Deputy FM for European Affairs Safari held talks with Russian counterpart Borodavkin on the Caspian Sea legal regime.
U.S. May Drop Key Condition For Iran Nuclear Talks RFE/RL 14 Apr 2009 -- During his election campaign, Barack Obama said he would talk to Iran "without preconditions."
Report: US Mulls Dropping Key Demand in Possible Iran Nuclear Talks VOA 14 Apr 2009 -- NYT: Obama administration considering tolerating Iran's nuclear activities at the same time it would hold talks with Tehran.
Iran for plans giving equal nuclear rights to all states: Qashqavi IRNA 14 Apr 2009 -- FM spokesman Qashqavi stressed that Iran would support any idea or plan giving equal nuclear rights to all countries.
Iran dismisses Miliband's mandatory statement IRNA 14 Apr 2009 -- FM spokesman Qashqavi dismissed "the mandatory statement" made by British Foreign Secretary Miliband over nuclear program.
US claims about Saberi's case 'ridiculous': Jamshidi IRNA 14 Apr 2009 -- Judiciary spokesman Ali-Reza Jamshidi: US allegations regarding the case of Roxana Saberi is "ridiculous and against international laws".
Iran Puts US Reporter on Trial for Spying VOA 14 Apr 2009 -- An Iranian judiciary official says American-Iranian journalist Roxana Saberi went on trial in Iran this week for allegedly spying for the United States.
Caspian littoral states near deal on sea status - Russia's Lavrov RIA Novosti 14 Apr 2009 -- Russian FM: Countries involved in the negotiations over Caspian Sea status closer to mutual understanding.
Conference on Caspian Sea status opens in Moscow IRNA 14 Apr 2009 -- 25th conference on Caspian Sea status started its work, attended by the deputy FMs of the Caspian Sea littoral states including Iran.
US Welcomes Iran Statement on Nuclear Issue VOA 13 Apr 2009 -- US welcomed a conciliatory Iranian statement about possible new talks with world powers on its nuclear program.
Peaceful nature of Iran's nuclear program has been proved: official IRNA 13 Apr 2009 -- Deputy Head of IAEO Saeedi: All nations confident that Tehran is pursuing nuclear technology for peaceful purposes.
Army, symbol of Iran's defensive power: Defense minister IRNA 13 Apr 2009 -- Defense Minister: Iran's Army is a symbol of the country's defensive power and strength.
Pakistani general calls for more defense cooperation with Iran IRNA 12 Apr 2009 -- Pakistan's new Air Force Commander admired Iran’s achievements in different parts of defense affairs and called for more defence cooperation with Iran.
IAEO: Iran will build nuclear power plants overseas within 10 years IRNA 12 Apr 2009 -- Deputy Head of Iran Atomic Energy Organization (IAEO) Mohammad Saeedi said on Sunday that there is no doubt that Iran will be among major constructors of nuclear power plants worldwide within the next ten years.
Army enjoys technology to produce advanced aircraft: Commander IRNA 12 Apr 2009 -- Commander of the Islamic Republic Army Major General Ata’ollah Salehi said on Sunday that the Iranian Army possessed the technology to produce advanced aircraft and would demonstrate its powerful presence even in the open seas in a near future.
MP terms Group 5+1 plus Iran as "7-party group" IRNA 12 Apr 2009 -- A senior parliamentarian here on Sunday proposed the use of "7-party group" instead of Group 5+1 plus Iran.
Army to confront any soft threat: Commander IRNA 12 Apr 2009 -- Commander of the Islamic Republic Army Major General Ata’ollah Salehi said on Sunday that the Iranian army is ready to confront any form of enemy’s “soft threat.”
Majlis to supervise next nuclear talks: Speaker IRNA 12 Apr 2009 -- Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani said on Sunday that the legislative body will precisely supervise Iranian nuclear talks.
Ahmadinejad: Iran's nuclear development a remarkable political gain IRNA 11 Apr 2009 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Saturday that the recent achievements in Iran's nuclear activities should be regarded as a major gain towards self-sufficiency, independence, national confidence as well as political victory for the Iranian nation.
MP: Iran ready to continue nuclear talks without any preconditions IRNA 11 Apr 2009 -- Member of Majlis National Security and Foreign Policy Commission Mohammad Karim Abedi said on Saturday that Iran is ready to hold talks with Group 5+1 without any precondition
Clinton Skeptical About Claimed Iranian Nuclear Strides VOA 10 Apr 2009 -- Secretary of State Clinton expressed skepticism about Iranian claims of new advances in its uranium enrichment program.
Ahmadinejad reaffirms 'no' to uranium enrichment stop: Der Spiegel IRNA 10 Apr 2009 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejpad reiterated his opposition to western demands for an uranium enrichment stop.
Germany welcomes US readiness to hold direct talks with Iran IRNA 10 Apr 2009 -- German FM Steinmeier welcomed the readiness of the US administration to fully take part in any talks with Iran.
UK hopeful of new impetus to resolve Iran nuclear dispute IRNA 09 Apr 2009 -- British Foreign Office hopeful that "new direction" of US policy will help to break the logjam and lead to progress.
US willing to hold face-to-face talks with Iran, State Department IRNA 09 Apr 2009 -- State Department: United States is willing to hold face-to-face talks with Iran over the nuclear program.
Iran Announces New Progress In Nuclear Program RFE/RL 09 Apr 2009 -- In 2007, Iran designated the 20th day of the first Iranian month as National Nuclear Technology Day.
President outlines country's nuclear achievements IRNA 09 Apr 2009 -- President Ahmadinejad attended a special ceremony marking National Nuclar Day where he outlined the country's achievements in the field.
Iran Announces 1st Nuclear Fuel Plant, More Centrifuges VOA 09 Apr 2009 -- Iranian President Ahmadinejad has inaugurated his country's first nuclear fuel plant.
President inaugurates Isfahan FMP complex IRNA 09 Apr 2009 -- President Ahmadinejad inaugurated Isfahan fuel manufacturing plant, the most advanced center for production of nuclear fuel in the country.
Lavrov rejects link between Iran dispute and U.S. missile shield RIA Novosti 09 Apr 2009 -- Russia's FM: No link between dispute over Iran's nuclear program and Russia-U.S. differences on missile defense.
US Rejects Iranian Spy Charges Against Journalist VOA 09 Apr 2009 -- The United States rejected as "baseless" spy charges by Iran against an American-Iranian journalist Roxana Saberi.
Iran Charges US-Iranian Journalist With Spying VOA 08 Apr 2009 -- Iranian authorities say American-Iranian journalist Roxana Saberi will stand trial next week on charges of spying.
Iranian President Welcomes 'Honest' Talks With US VOA 08 Apr 2009 -- President Ahmedinejad: Country would welcome talks with the US if President Barack Obama proves to be "honest."
US to Join Big-Power Nuclear Talks With Iran VOA 08 Apr 2009 -- The United States, in a policy shift, says it will play a full role in future big-power talks with Iran over its nuclear program.
Group 5+1 urges Iran nuclear talks IRNA 08 Apr 2009 -- Political directors of the Group 5+1 once again recognised Iran's right to a civilian nuclear program and invited the country to resume negotiations.
Iran Six invites Tehran to continue nuclear dialogue RIA Novosti 08 Apr 2009 -- Nations involved in talks with Iran over its nuclear program urged Tehran to engage in further dialogue "in a spirit of mutual respect."
Ahmadinejad: Iran ready to contribute to global disarmament IRNA 08 Apr 2009 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Wednesday that Iran is ready to contribute to global disarmament.
New stage of nuclear program to become operational soon: president IRNA 08 Apr 2009 -- President Ahmadinejad will commission new stage of nuclear program during his visit to Isfahan.
Omid satellite accomplished all missions successfully IRNA 08 Apr 2009 -- Omid (Hope) satellite which was placed into orbit last year by home-made rocket accomplished all its missions successfully.
Iranian parliament reviews US interest to mend ties with Iran IRNA 08 Apr 2009 -- An Iranian Parliament commission on Tuesday reviewed different aspects of the US willingness to restore ties with Iran.
Chinese Company Accused of Aiding Iran's Weapons Programs VOA 07 Apr 2009 -- Officials in Washington and New York say they have uncovered efforts by a Chinese company to sell Iran banned materials.
Ahmadinejad: Tehran welcomes US policy change IRNA 07 Apr 2009 -- IRI President emphasizing that Tehran welcomes fundamental and real changes in US policies, said: "We are waiting for such changes."
Iranian Leader Backs Kazakh Proposal For Nuclear Fuel Bank RFE/RL 07 Apr 2009 -- Iran and Kazakhstan both possess huge oil reserves, so it was expected visit would focus on exports of Kazakh oil through Iran.
Qashqavi: Iran supports nuclear disarmament worldwide IRNA 06 Apr 2009 -- FM spokesman Qashqavi: Iran has never sought to build a nuclear arsenal and the country poses no threat in this respect.
Russian FM: Moscow determined to continue cooperation with Tehran IRNA 06 Apr 2009 -- Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov: Moscow is determined to continue cooperation with Tehran.
Qashqavi: Iran's space program independent from that of North Korea IRNA 06 Apr 2009 -- FM spokesman Qashqavi: Space programs of the Islamic Republic of Iran and N Korea completely independent.
MP: No meeting between Iranian, US officials IRNA 06 Apr 2009 -- First vice-chairman of Majlis National Security and Foreign Policy Commission: Iranian and the US officials have not held meeting in The Hague.
Financial Times: US may cede to Iran’s enrichment plan IRNA 04 Apr 2009 -- US officials are considering whether to accept Iran's pursuit of uranium enrichment and may cede to "Iran's nuclear ambitions", Financial Times reports
Embassy dismisses Japanese daily's false allegations IRNA 03 Apr 2009 -- Iranian Embassy to Japan issued a statement to condemn the recent false claims that Iran and North Korea had military cooperation.
Miliband: West ready to solve Iran's nuclear issue IRNA 02 Apr 2009 -- British foreign secretary: West ready for surveying various multilateral initiatives aimed at solving Iran's nuclear issue.
Rosatom chief: Bushehr NPP is peaceful IRNA 02 Apr 2009 -- Head of Rosatom Kiriyenko: Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant of Iran is a peaceful nuclear center.
German Army spokesman confirms negotiations with Iranian Pvt Firms IRNA 02 Apr 2009 -- Spokesman confirmed Iranian firms negotiated regarding non-military facilities for forces in Afghanistan.
Alleged Israeli Attack Draws Attention to Sudan's Ties to Iran VOA 01 Apr 2009 -- Reports Israel may have carried out an attack on a convoy in Sudan drawn attention to an alleged Iranian arms smuggling network.
German firms in talks with Iran over supply routes to Afghanistan IRNA 01 Apr 2009 -- German logistic companies are involved in talks with Iran, seeking alternative non-military supply routes to Afghanistan.
Akhoundzadeh refutes any talks with US delegation IRNA 01 Apr 2009 -- Iran's Deputy FM Akhoundzadeh took part in an interview in connection with rumors that the Iranian and US delegations had had a meeting.
Iran denies diplomatic contact with U.S. at Hague conference RIA Novosti 01 Apr 2009 -- Iranian FM spokesman Qashqawi denied comments that talks were held between the two countries.

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