September 2009 - Iran Special Weapons News

Pressure On Iran Grows As Delegates Prepare For Geneva Talks RFE/RL 30 Sep 2009 -- World powers have been increasing pressure on Tehran to fully disclose its nuclear program ahead of international talks.
Big-Power Diplomats Prepare for Critical Geneva Meeting With Iran on Nuclear Issue VOA 30 Sep 2009 -- Senior diplomats meet Iranian negotiator Saeed Jalili for a critical meeting on Iran's nuclear program.
Nuclear Issue To Be Focus Of Six-Power Iranian Talks VOA 30 Sep 2009 -- Senior US government official: Nuclear issue will be the focus of talks in Geneva.
Moscow expects Tehran to cooperate with IAEA RIA Novosti 30 Sep 2009 -- Russia reiterated that it expected Iran to cooperate fully with the International Atomic Energy Agency over its nuclear program.
IAEA Chief: Iran Broke Law by Not Declaring Nuclear Site VOA 30 Sep 2009 -- Head of International Atomic Energy Agency: Iran broke an IAEA law by failing to disclose much earlier its enrichment facility.
US: Iranian FM Visits Washington VOA 30 Sep 2009 -- US official: Iranian FM Mottaki was in Washington Wednesday for a rare visit to the Iranian interests section at the Pakistani embassy.
Iran may quit nuclear non-proliferation deal RIA Novosti 29 Sep 2009 -- Tehran will pull out of the NPT if talks with the "Iran Six" on its nuclear program are fruitless.
Iran's new uranium plant violated UN resolutions, Ban says UN News Centre 29 Sep 2009 -- Newly revealed Iranian uranium enrichment facility violates United Nations Security Council resolutions.
Iran Will Not Discuss Uranium Enrichment VOA 29 Sep 2009 -- Iran's nuclear chief says his country will not discuss anything related to its right to enrich uranium.
Iranian Lawmakers Warn West ahead of Nuclear Talks VOA 29 Sep 2009 -- Iran's parliament warned the world's major powers not to repeat what it called their past mistakes during nuclear talks.
Tests show Iran's missiles unable to reach U.S. - Russia's NATO envoy RIA Novosti 29 Sep 2009 -- Iran's recent missile launches have demonstrated that the missiles pose no threat to the US.
Moscow concerned over Iran missile program - envoy RIA Novosti 29 Sep 2009 -- Iran's missile program cannot but cause Russia to be concerned against the backdrop of the Islamic Republic's unresolved nuclear issues.
IAEA to get visit schedule for Iran's new nuclear facility RIA Novosti 29 Sep 2009 -- Head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization will provide inspectors from the international nuclear watchdog with a timetable of visits to a new nuclear site.
US Welcomes Iranian Gesture on Detained Americans VOA 29 Sep 2009 -- State Department welcomed an Iranian decision granting consular access to 3 Americans detained since late July.
Student Protests Against Ahmadinejad Continue In Tehran RFE/RL 29 Sep 2009 -- Hundreds of students have staged an antigovernment demonstration at Tehran's Sharif University.
International Opinion Solidified Against Iranian Nuclear Actions, Official Says AFPS 28 Sep 2009 -- Iranian actions have solidified international opinion against Iran and its nuclear program.
White House Condemns Iranian Missile Tests VOA 28 Sep 2009 -- White House condemned Iran's latest missile tests as "provocative."
Russia concerned over Iran missile launches, calls for restraint RIA Novosti 28 Sep 2009 -- Russia concerned over missile launches against the backdrop of unresolved nuclear issues.
Iran test-fires its longest-range missile RIA Novosti 28 Sep 2009 -- Iran has test launched the longest-range missile in its arsenal as tensions grow with the West over its nuclear program.
Iran test-fires long-range missile RIA Novosti 28 Sep 2009 -- Iran test launched a long-range missile as tensions grew with the West over its nuclear program.
Iran test-fires medium range missiles with multiple warheads RIA Novosti 28 Sep 2009 -- Iran has conducted night-time test launches of the Shahab class with multiple warheads.
Iran Tests Long-Range Missile Ahead of Nuclear Talks VOA 28 Sep 2009 -- Iranian state media report the military has successfully test fired its longest-range missile.
Hillary Clinton hails Russian support on Iran, N. Korea RIA Novosti 28 Sep 2009 -- US State Secretary Clinton praised Russia's willingness to cooperate on stand on Iran and N. Korea.
Top Russian senator warns of tighter sanctions against Iran RIA Novosti 28 Sep 2009 -- The international community could still tighten sanctions against Iran.
Iran test-fires missiles as tensions mount with West RIA Novosti 27 Sep 2009 -- Iran test-fired short-range missiles as its elite Revolutionary Guards began missile defense drills.
Iran Tests Missiles, International Tensions Rise VOA 27 Sep 2009 -- The Iranian government has tested two short-range missiles and announced plans for a long-range missile test.
'No Doubt' New Iranian Nuke Facility is 'Illicit,' Gates Concludes AFPS 27 Sep 2009 -- Gates: Revelations belie the Iranian-government's denials that it is attempting to develop nuclear weapons.
World Powers to Demand 'Unfettered Access' to Iran Nuclear Site VOA 27 Sep 2009 -- The United States and five other world powers are planning to demand what they call "unfettered access" to Iran's new nuclear facility.
World Powers Step Up Pressure on Iran VOA 27 Sep 2009 -- Top Obama administration officials say Iran will come under extreme pressure to disclose its nuclear intentions in Geneva.
Iran to hold missile defense drills as tensions mount with West RIA Novosti 26 Sep 2009 -- Iran's Revolutionary Guards will begin missile defense drills as tension grows.
Obama: Iran Must Face Responsibilities Over Nuclear Issue AFPS 26 Sep 2009 -- Iran's leaders must come clean with the international community about evidence that Iran has been secretly constructing another nuclear plant.
Russia Urges Restraint Over Iran Nuclear News RFE/RL 26 Sep 2009 -- Russian FM Lavrov responded to revelations about Iranian facility by urging all sides to exercise restraint.
Obama Offers Iran Dialogue, Stresses International Cooperation VOA 26 Sep 2009 -- US President Obama is offering Iran "a serious, meaningful dialogue" about its nuclear program.
Use of force against Iran still an option - Obama RIA Novosti 26 Sep 2009 -- US President Obama: He does not rule out the use of force against Iran but prefers diplomatic methods to resolve the nuclear problem.
Britain's Miliband refuses to rule out military action on Iran RIA Novosti 26 Sep 2009 -- British FS Miliband has refused to exclude the possibility of a military strike against Iran.
Israel: Iranian Nuclear Disclosure Proof It Seeks Atom Bomb VOA 26 Sep 2009 -- Israel is weighing in on Iran's revelation of a previously-unknown nuclear fuel plant.
Iran to Allow IAEA Inspectors into Nuclear Plant VOA 26 Sep 2009 -- Iran says it will allow inspectors from the International Atomic Energy Agency into its newly disclosed uranium enrichment plant.
Iran plays down concerns over second enrichment site RIA Novosti 26 Sep 2009 -- Iran's president has rejected Western accusations that his country's nuclear program runs counter to international agreements.
UN Secretary-General Expresses 'Grave Concern' Over Iran Nuclear Facility VOA 26 Sep 2009 -- U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon expressed "grave concern" to Iran's president over Tehran's activities.
Venezuela searches for uranium deposits with Iranian help RIA Novosti 26 Sep 2009 -- Venezuela is conducting prospecting work to locate uranium reserves in the country with help from Iranian specialists.
Background Briefing By Senior Administration Officials On Iranian Nuclear Facility The White House 25 Sep 2009
Iran Revelation Reinforces Sanction Determination in US Congress VOA 25 Sep 2009 -- That Iran has been constructing a second uranium facility reinforced US determination to move forward with sanctions.
Iran Threatened With More Sanctions After Revealing Second Enrichment Plant RFE/RL 25 Sep 2009 -- Leaders of US, France, and Britain have condemned Tehran for building a second uranium facility.
Russia voices concern over Iran's second enrichment plant RIA Novosti 25 Sep 2009 -- Russia's president voiced concern over Iran's revelations on a second uranium enrichment facility.
Russia, China Urge Iran to Cooperate With IAEA VOA 25 Sep 2009 -- Russia and China are urging Iran to cooperate with the International Atomic Energy Agency on any probe of its newly revealed uranium plant.
Medvedev urges Iran to provide reassurance over nuclear program RIA Novosti 25 Sep 2009 -- Iran must take steps to restore international trust in the peaceful nature of its nuclear program.
Western powers condemn Iran's secret 2nd uranium plant RIA Novosti 25 Sep 2009 -- US president and leaders from Britain and France condemned Iran for the secret construction of uranium plant.
Background Briefing by Senior Administration Officials on Iranian Nuclear Facility The White House 25 Sep 2009
Obama: Iran Building Secret Nuclear Plant VOA 25 Sep 2009 -- U.S. President Barack Obama and other Western leaders have accused Iran of building a secret nuclear facility - a charge Iran has denied.
UN nuclear watchdog seeking access to new Iranian plant UN News Centre 25 Sep 2009 -- UN nuclear watchdog is seeking information and access to a new fuel enrichment plant that Iran says it is building.
Iran tells IAEA it is building 2nd uranium enrichment plant RIA Novosti 25 Sep 2009 -- UN nuclear watchdog confirmed that Tehran had informed it that Iran was building a second uranium plant.
Sanctions against Iran possible as last resort - Russian president RIA Novosti 25 Sep 2009 -- New sanctions against Iran will be possible only after all other means of pressure have been exhausted.
Shi'ite Clerics Disagree With Iran's Supreme Leader RFE/RL 25 Sep 2009 -- Several Shi'ite clerics have disagreed with Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on the date of Eid al-Fitr.
Iran Six expects 'serious response' from Tehran on nuclear issue RIA Novosti 24 Sep 2009 -- The six powers negotiating with Iran over its nuclear program expect a "serious response" from Tehran.
U.S., Russia Agree Iran May Face New Sanctions RFE/RL 24 Sep 2009 -- Russian President Medvedev and US President Obama have agreed to keep up pressure on Iran over its nuclear program.
Russia, U.S. say new sanctions against Iran possible RIA Novosti 24 Sep 2009 -- Russian and US leaders set to resolve the Iranian nuclear issue through diplomatic efforts, but sanctions still a possibility.
Israel presses UN to rise to challenge of containing Iranian nuclear threat UN News Centre 24 Sep 2009 -- PM Netanyahu of Israel exhorted the UN to ensure that Iran never acquires nuclear weapons.
Israeli PM: Iran a Threat to World Peace VOA 24 Sep 2009 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Iran's quest for nuclear weapons poses a great danger to the world.
Resolution 1887, Historic Summit of Security Council Pledges Support for Progress on Stalled Efforts to End Nuclear Weapons Proliferation UN Security Council 24 Sep 2009
China Says Sanctions Won't Deter Iran's Nuclear Agenda VOA 23 Sep 2009 -- China is reiterating its stance that sanctions are not appropriate for deterring Iran from a nuclear weapons program.
Medvedev Opens Door To Tougher Iran Sanctions VOA 23 Sep 2009 -- Russian President Medvedev opened the door to tougher sanctions intended to stop Iran's suspected nuclear weapons program.
Sarkozy wants December deadline for Iran over nuclear program RIA Novosti 23 Sep 2009 -- French President: Iran should be given until December to meet international demands over nuclear program.
Obama warns North Korea, Iran in UN speech RIA Novosti 23 Sep 2009 -- US President warned leaders of N. Korea and Iran that they would be "held accountable" if they continued to disregard international law.
Obama Says US Ready to Begin 'New Chapter' of International Cooperation VOA 23 Sep 2009 -- President Obama: US ready to begin a "new chapter" of international cooperation.
Obama Seeks UN Cooperation to Solve World's Problems AFPS 23 Sep 2009 -- President Obama asked for global cooperation to solve pressing world problems like nuclear proliferation, terrorism and extremism.
Obama Set To Bring Nonproliferation Case To UN RFE/RL 23 Sep 2009 -- Barack Obama plans to use opportunity to bring resolution advancing his goal of a world free of nuclear weapons.
Russia completes automated control system for Bushehr NPP RIA Novosti 23 Sep 2009 -- Russia is completing work on an automated control system for Iran's first nuclear power plant.
Report: Chinese State Companies Supplying Gasoline to Iran VOA 23 Sep 2009 -- Chinese state companies are supplying gasoline to Iran, a development that could undermine US efforts.
Israel calls for 'crippling sanctions' against Iran - Netanyahu RIA Novosti 23 Sep 2009 -- Israeli PM Netanyahu has called for "crippling sanctions" regardless whether talks go ahead on nuclear program.
Iranian leader says ready to repair ties with U.S. RIA Novosti 23 Sep 2009 -- Iranian President Ahmadinejad is ready to build friendly relations with the United States.
Seven people killed in Iranian military plane crash RIA Novosti 23 Sep 2009 -- At least seven people were killed in a crash of an Iranian military airplane outside Tehran, the national television has reported.
Iranian President to Seek Leniency for US Hikers VOA 23 Sep 2009 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad says he will seek leniency for three American hikers detained for illegally entering Iran.
Iran's Campuses On Edge As University Doors Open RFE/RL 23 Sep 2009 -- Iranian universities have reopened against a backdrop of simmering postelection dispute.
Iran Six foreign ministers to meet Oct. 1 in Geneva - Solana RIA Novosti 22 Sep 2009 -- FMs of the 6 international powers negotiating with Iran over its nuclear program will meet on October 1.
Iran in final preparations for launch of first nuclear plant RIA Novosti 22 Sep 2009 -- Iran's first nuclear power plant is 96% complete, and final testing will begin in the near future.
Iranian Nuclear Chief Says New Centrifuges Built VOA 22 Sep 2009 -- Iran's nuclear energy chief says the country has built a new generation of centrifuges, which are used to enrich uranium.
Iran develops 'new generation' uranium enrichment centrifuge RIA Novosti 22 Sep 2009 -- Iran has developed a new generation centrifuge for enriching uranium.
Iran welcomes U.S. missile defense reversal RIA Novosti 22 Sep 2009 -- Tehran has welcomed the shift in America's missile-defense plans in Central Europe.
Ahmadinejad: No Country Dares Attack Iran VOA 22 Sep 2009 -- Iranian President Ahmadinejad boasted about his country's military power at an army parade, that was marred by plane crash that killed 7 people.
Iranian military jet crashes during air show RIA Novosti 22 Sep 2009 -- An Iranian military airplane has crashed outside Tehran during an air show commemorating the outbreak of the 1980-1988 Iraq-Iran war.
Vast Agenda Greets World Leaders At 64th UN General Assembly RFE/RL 22 Sep 2009 -- UN's General Assembly formally begins its 64th session on September 23 with seven days of general debate.
Iran 'on everyone's mind' during UN Assembly meetings - Clinton RIA Novosti 22 Sep 2009 -- Clinton: Iran's nuclear program "on everyone's mind" during this week's UN General Assembly meeting.
Khamenei Says Iran 'Rejects' Nuclear Weapons RFE/RL 21 Sep 2009 -- Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has denied the charge that Tehran seeks nuclear weapons.
Iran's missile program potential greater than N.Korea's - expert RIA Novosti 21 Sep 2009 -- Former head of a Russian defense industry research institute: Iran's missile potential greater than North Korea's.
Iran's Ahmadinejad Promotes Holocaust Denial on Eve of UN Visit VOA 21 Sep 2009 -- Iran's President Ahmadinejad is again highlighting his denial of the Holocaust.
Ahmadinejad proud of Holocaust denial speech RIA Novosti 21 Sep 2009 -- Iran's president proud he had managed to enrage the West in denying the Holocaust during his speech on Jerusalem Day.
Analysts Say U.S. Should Talk With Iran, But Keep Expectations Low RFE/RL 20 Sep 2009 -- When 5 permanent members of the UN Security Council, plus Germany, sit down with Iranian representatives in Turkey, they will do so with renewed violence and harsh rhetoric coming from Tehran.
Russian President Says Israel Not Planning to Strike Iran VOA 20 Sep 2009 -- Russian President Dmitri Medvedev says Israeli officials have assured him that they are not planning a military strike on Iran.
Israel won't strike Iran - Russia's Medvedev RIA Novosti 20 Sep 2009 -- Israel will not strike Iran, Russian President Dmitry Medvedev said.
Iran's Supreme Leader says Western News Media Attempting to "Poison" Iran VOA 20 Sep 2009 -- Iran's supreme leader says Western media are to blame for his country's recent political unrest.
Clinton Sees Need For 'Global Architecture Of Cooperation' RFE/RL 19 Sep 2009 -- US Secretary of State Clinton: World needs a "global architecture of cooperation."
Adjusted U.S. missile defense more effective against Iran - Gates RIA Novosti 19 Sep 2009 -- Linking the US, NATO and Russia missile-defense systems is a feasible proposal.
Iran leader insists nuclear program will continue despite West RIA Novosti 18 Sep 2009 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad: Iran will never halt its nuclear program to mollify Western critics.
New Missile Plan Better Suited Against Iran, Gates Says AFPS 18 Sep 2009 -- Gates: New US missile defense plan will offer better protection than a previous proposal.
CIA Chief: Iranian Leaders Debating Nuclear Weapons VOA 18 Sep 2009 -- The United States and its allies have long contended that Iran is embarked on a path to becoming a nuclear weapons power.
Iran's President: American Hikers Need to Be Punished VOA 18 Sep 2009 -- Iranian President Ahmadinejad: American hikers imprisoned in Iran broke the law and need to be punished.
Russia slams Iran's attempts to deny Holocaust as inadmissible RIA Novosti 18 Sep 2009 -- Russian Foreign Ministry spokesman: Tehran's attempts to deny the Holocaust are inadmissible.
Iranian Opposition Protests Resurface During Anti-Israel Rallies VOA 18 Sep 2009 -- Opposition supporters marched, ignoring government warnings not to.
Iranian Protesters Take To Streets Of Tehran, Other Cities RFE/RL 18 Sep 2009 -- Tens of thousands of people wearing green accessories have come out for the first mass protests in two months.
World has 'duty' to confront Israel - Ahmadinejad RIA Novosti 18 Sep 2009 -- Iranian President Ahmadinejad: World had a "duty" to confront Israel in order to guarantee global peace.
Iranian President Once Again Claims Holocaust A Myth VOA 18 Sep 2009 -- Iranian President Ahmadinejad has again called the Holocaust a lie by Western nations.
No concrete proof that Iran has or has had nuclear programme UN News Centre 17 Sep 2009 -- UN International Atomic Energy Agency reiterated that the body has no concrete proof that Iran has or has ever had a nuclear weapons programme.
Iran Lashes Out at France for Remarks on Nuclear Program VOA 17 Sep 2009 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry has criticized French President Nicholas Sarkozy for saying Iran is working on creating nuclear weapons.
Top UN maritime official applauds Iran for contribution in war against piracy UN News Centre 17 Sep 2009 -- Head of UN maritime agency praised Iran for support of efforts in combating piracy off Somalia.
Iranian Forces Warn Opposition Not to Join Government-Backed Rally VOA 17 Sep 2009 -- Security forces warning opposition supporters not to hold demonstrations during government-sponsored rally.
Iranian Opposition Vows To Turn Quds Day Green RFE/RL 17 Sep 2009 -- Founder of the Islamic republic designated last Friday of Ramadan as a day to demonstrate solidarity with the Palestinian people.
Report Lists Russia, China As Top US Concerns RFE/RL 16 Sep 2009 -- New report says Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea pose the greatest challenges to US national interests.
Russia says Tehran's offer to Iran-6 reflect readiness for talks RIA Novosti 16 Sep 2009 -- Iran's recent proposals to 6 world powers on its nuclear program reflect Tehran's readiness for constructive talks.
Clinton Says Iran Must Address Nuclear Issue 'Head On' VOA 15 Sep 2009 -- US Secretary of State Clinton: Iran must address concerns about its nuclear program "head on."
Bipartisan Group Calls on Obama to Adopt Tougher Strategy on Iran VOA 15 Sep 2009 -- Bipartisan Policy Center calling on President to devise tougher strategy to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons.
Iran Nuclear Talks Likely in Turkey, says EU Foreign Policy Chief VOA 15 Sep 2009 -- EU foreign policy chief Javier Solana says talks concerning Iran's nuclear program are likely to be held in Turkey.
EU Ministers Review South Caucasus Strategy, Mull Afghan Future RFE/RL 15 Sep 2009 -- There was an element of deja vu in the EU ministers' discussion of the South Caucasus.
Russian President Leaves Open Possibility for Iran Sanctions VOA 15 Sep 2009 -- Russia's president has left open the possibility that world powers could impose additional sanctions on Iran.
Iran's proposals on global issues require analysis - Medvedev RIA Novosti 15 Sep 2009 -- Russian President Medvedev: Iran's recent proposals to 6 world powers on global issues require careful analysis.
Mideast quartet, Iran Six to hold meetings at UN General Assembly RIA Novosti 15 Sep 2009 -- 6 countries holding talks on Iran's nuclear program will hold meetings at the 64th session of the UN General Assembly.
Grandchildren Of Dissident Iranian Ayatollah Arrested RFE/RL 15 Sep 2009 -- Three grandchildren of Iranian dissident Grand Ayatollah Hossein Ali Montazeri have been arrested in the Islamic holy city of Qom.
US to Send Senior Diplomat to Talks with Iran VOA 14 Sep 2009 -- The State Department announced that it will send its third-ranking diplomat to an October 1 Big Power meeting with Iran over its nuclear program.
EU Foreign Policy Chief to Meet Iran's Nuclear Negotiator VOA 14 Sep 2009 -- The European Union says its foreign policy chief, Javier Solana, will meet with Iran's nuclear negotiator on October 1.
Ahmadinejad, Obama will not meet at UN - Iranian spokesman RIA Novosti 14 Sep 2009 -- Ahmadinejad will not meet with Barack Obama on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly session.
Tehran to resume talks with Iran Six mediators on Oct. 1 RIA Novosti 14 Sep 2009 -- Talks on Iran's controversial nuclear program between Tehran and six world powers will resume on October 1.
Iran Agrees to Talks with Major Powers in October VOA 14 Sep 2009 -- Iranian state media say Iran has agreed to start talks with six world powers on global economic and security problems in early October.
Iran insists on peaceful nature of nuclear program RIA Novosti 14 Sep 2009 -- Iran's top nuclear official reiterated that the country's nuclear program has no military aspects.
Ahmadinejad Again Says No To Talks On Nuclear Program VOA 13 Sep 2009 -- Iran's President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad says his government is ready to hold talks with world powers on a range of issues, but not its controversial nuclear program.
Iran ready for nuclear talks with West RIA Novosti 12 Sep 2009 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said on Saturday that negotiations with the West on Iran's nuclear program are a "possibility", with account for Tehran's recent proposals of international discussions on security issues, Israel's Haaretz daily reported.
US Aims to Focus on Nuclear Issue in Iran Talks VOA 12 Sep 2009 -- The United States says it plans to focus on Iran's nuclear program in upcoming talks with Tehran, despite Iran's refusal to discuss the subject.
US, Other Major Powers Propose Early Meeting with Iran VOA 11 Sep 2009 -- The United States, the four other permanent U.N. Security Council member countries and Germany are seeking an early meeting with Iran to explore that country's willingness to negotiate over its nuclear program.
Russia Backs Iran Over Sanctions As Doubts Surface Over Its Real Intentions RFE/RL 11 Sep 2009 -- On September 9, Washington warned that Iran may have enough uranium to make a nuclear weapon. On September 10, Moscow dismissed growing worry about Iran's nuclear program, indicating it will torpedo a Western push for sanctions against Tehran
Khamenei Warns Opposition, Says Iran Must Stand Firm On Nuclear Issue RFE/RL 11 Sep 2009 -- Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has said that the Islamic establishment will act against anyone who presents a risk to the country’s national security.
Iran's Supreme Leader Warns Opposition of Harsh Response VOA 11 Sep 2009 -- Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has warned that anyone resisting or threatening the nation's authority will be directly confronted.
Russia Warns Against Iran Strike; Tehran Proposes Talks VOA 11 Sep 2009 -- Russia has warned that the use of force will not put an end to Iran's controversial nuclear program.
Iranian Explosives Found in Afghanistan AFPS 10 Sep 2009 -- Iranian-made explosives and rockets were among a cache of weapons uncovered in Afghanistan last month, a Pentagon spokesman said today.
US Says Iran Not Really Responsive on Nuclear Issue VOA 10 Sep 2009 -- The U.S. State Department said Thursday an Iranian proposal for talks with world powers was not really responsive on the key issue of Iran's nuclear ambitions. However, officials say the United States, the other permanent U.N. Security Council member countries and Germany - the P5+1 grouping - are likely to seek follow-on talks with Tehran.
Khamenei's Nephew: President, Revolutionary Guard 'Running the Show' In Iran RFE/RL 10 Sep 2009 -- Mahmud Tehrani, the nephew of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, says he thinks President Mahmud Ahmadinejad and the Revolutionary Guard are running the show in Iran, not Khamenei
U.S. to study 'carefully' Iran's offer for talks with world powers RIA Novosti 10 Sep 2009 -- The United States will study 'seriously and carefully' Tehran's proposal to resume talks within the framework of Iran Six mediators, a spokesman for the U.S. State Department said on Wednesday.
Russia studies Iran's nuclear proposals RIA Novosti 10 Sep 2009 -- Russia is currently studying a package of nuclear proposals that Iran has submitted to six world powers, the Russian Foreign Ministry said on Thursday.
Iran: Talks With World Powers Will Not Involve Nuclear Program VOA 10 Sep 2009 -- Iran's envoy to the U.N. nuclear agency says any talks with world powers will not address Iran's controversial nuclear program.
Iranian Commander: 36 Killed in Post-Election Unrest VOA 10 Sep 2009 -- An Iranian commander says 36 people were killed in the unrest that followed the disputed re-election of President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad in June.
Iran Presents New Nuclear Proposal VOA 09 Sep 2009 -- Iran's foreign minister has turned in his country's new nuclear program proposal to the U.N. Security Council's leading nations.
US Promises Serious, Careful Examination of Iranian Proposal VOA 09 Sep 2009 -- The United States said Wednesday it will carefully and seriously consider an Iranian proposal for new talks with world powers on its controversial nuclear program.
Iran's Mousavi Urges Supporters Not to be Provoked VOA 09 Sep 2009 -- Defeated Iranian presidential candidate Mir Hossein Mousavi has urged his supporters not to be provoked, hours after the arrest of one of his senior aides.
US Envoy Expresses Concern Over Iran's Nuclear Program VOA 09 Sep 2009 -- The United States said Wednesday that Iran could be close to having enough enriched uranium to make a nuclear bomb - if it hadn't already reached that point.
Fresh Arrests, Raids Further Squeeze Iran Opposition RFE/RL 09 Sep 2009 -- Iranian authorities have increased pressure on the leaders of the opposition movement, presidential aspirants Mir Hossein Musavi and Mehdi Karrubi, by arresting two close advisers
Iran Delivers Nuclear Proposals to World Powers VOA 09 Sep 2009 -- Iran's foreign minister has handed over a new package of proposals related to its controversial nuclear program to representatives of six world powers.
Report: Iranian Opposition Aide Arrested VOA 09 Sep 2009 -- An Iranian reformist Web site reported Wednesday that authorities have arrested an opposition official who was investigating the abuse of protesters in post-election unrest.
Gates Labels Iran as Problem for Middle East, World AFPS 08 Sep 2009 -- Iran is a problem not just for the United States, but for the greater Middle East and the world, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates told the Arabic television network Al-Jazeera in an interview being broadcast this week.
Iran Closes Office of Defeated Presidential Candidate VOA 08 Sep 2009 -- Iran's judiciary has shut down the office of defeated presidential candidate Mehdi Karroubi. The pro-reform cleric came in fourth place in the disputed June presidential election. But post-election he angered conservative hardliners over controversial claims that opposition protesters were abused and raped while detained in Iranian prisons.
No suspicious cargo on board Arctic Sea - Russian investigators RIA Novosti 08 Sep 2009 -- Russian investigators said on Tuesday they had searched the Arctic Sea vessel and found only lumber registered in the ship's cargo log.
Russia denies rumors of S-300 shipment on board Arctic Sea ship RIA Novosti 08 Sep 2009 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov dismissed on Tuesday media speculation that the Arctic Sea cargo ship, recently hijacked in the Atlantic, was carrying missiles for S-300 air defense systems.
Russian FM: No Missiles on Arctic Sea VOA 08 Sep 2009 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has rejected speculation that a freighter, hijacked in the Arctic Sea in July, might have carried sophisticated Russian aircraft missiles bound for Iran.
Karrubi's Son Says Tehran Raid An Attempt To Intimidate RFE/RL 08 Sep 2009 -- The son of reformist Iranian cleric and former presidential candidate Mehdi Karrubi, whose Tehran office was closed on September 8 by authorities, says that the move is an attempt to pressure his father into not reporting abuse of postelection detainees, RFE/RL's Radio Farda reports
Moscow backs IAEA chief on Iranian nuclear program RIA Novosti 08 Sep 2009 -- The Russian foreign minister on Tuesday dismissed accusations that the director of the UN nuclear watchdog was holding back information on Iran's nuclear issue.
Gates: Arab World Should Unite to Counter Iran Threat VOA 08 Sep 2009 -- U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates says American allies in the Arab world should strengthen their military capabilities to deter Iran from seeking nuclear weapons.
Iran's Powerful Revolutionary Guard Chief Comes Under Fire RFE/RL 07 Sep 2009
ElBaradei admits stalemate with Iran over nuclear program RIA Novosti 07 Sep 2009 -- The head of the United Nations nuclear watchdog said on Monday the organization had reached a "stalemate" with Iran over its nuclear program.
Iran ready for international talks, but not on nuclear issue RIA Novosti 07 Sep 2009 -- Iran's president said on Monday he was ready to talk with the five veto-wielding members of the UN Security Council plus Germany but would not discuss its nuclear program, Iran's Press TV reported.
UN agency says it is facing 'stalemate' with Iran over nuclear programme UN News Centre 07 Sep 2009 -- The head of the United Nations atomic watchdog warned today that the agency has reached a deadlock with Iran over most aspects of its nuclear programme as he urged the country to credibly answer the international community's concerns over potential military dimensions to the programme.
IAEA Board Discusses Iran's Nuclear Program VOA 07 Sep 2009 -- The International Atomic Energy Agency's 35-member board has begun talks focused on controversial nuclear activities in Iran and Syria, among other subjects. This week's meeting in Vienna comes as support grows among Western nations for tougher U.N. sanctions against Iran.
Iran's Mousavi Calls for Continued Protests VOA 05 Sep 2009 -- Defeated Iranian presidential candidate Mir Hossein Mousavi has called for continued protests against the results of Iran's disputed presidential election.
Chavez Meets with Ahmedinejad to Discuss Peaceful Nuclear Partnership VOA 05 Sep 2009 -- Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez met with his Iranian counterpart Mahmoud Ahmedinejad as a part of his two-day visit to Tehran. Upon his arrival, he said there is no proof that Iran is building a nuclear bomb and he hopes to build a nuclear partnership with the Islamic republic.
Iran Supreme Leader Played Role in Cabinet Approval VOA 04 Sep 2009 -- Top Iranian lawmaker: Supreme Leader Khamenei played a role in parliament's approval of Cabinet nominees.
Iranian Universities Question Students About Postelection Activities RFE/RL 04 Sep 2009 -- Disciplinary committees are calling students suspected of participating in postelection protests to appear before them.
Ahmadinejad Dismisses Talk of Sanctions VOA 03 Sep 2009 -- Iran's president has dismissed the threat of additional sanctions on Iran if Tehran does not abandon its controversial nuclear program.
Iran's nuclear program to be discussed on sidelines of UN session RIA Novosti 03 Sep 2009 -- Iran's controversial nuclear program will be discussed on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly meeting.
Supreme Leader Stokes Fears Of New Cultural Revolution In Iran RFE/RL 03 Sep 2009 -- Statements by the country's supreme leader are feeding fears that a new cultural revolution could be in the offing.
Iran's Parliament Approves All But Three Of Ahmadinejad's Cabinet Picks RFE/RL 03 Sep 2009 -- Iran’s parliament has approved 18 out of 21 nominees for President Mahmud Ahmadinejad proposed cabinet.
Iran elects first female minister since 1979 revolution RIA Novosti 03 Sep 2009 -- Iranian lawmakers elected the country's first female government minister since the 1979 Islamic Revolution.
Iran's Parliament Approves 18 of 21 Cabinet Nominees VOA 03 Sep 2009 -- After five days of often bitter debate, the Iranian parliament has approved 18 out of 21 of President Ahmedinejad's Cabinet picks.
Major Powers Call for Nuclear Talks With Iran within Weeks VOA 02 Sep 2009 -- Major world powers have urged Iran to return to negotiations over nuclear program before UN General Assembly opens new session.
UN nuclear chief plays down Iran threat RIA Novosti 02 Sep 2009 -- Head of the UN nuclear watchdog has said that the international threat from Iran's controversial nuclear program has been exaggerated.
Western Powers Push For Fresh Iran Sanctions RFE/RL 02 Sep 2009 -- Senior diplomats meeting to discuss their options if Iran continues enriching uranium without addressing international concerns.
World Powers to Discuss Sanctions on Iran VOA 02 Sep 2009 -- Six world powers are meeting to discuss imposing harsher sanctions on Iran if it does not abandon its controversial nuclear program.
Iran's Parliament to Vote on Cabinet Nominees VOA 02 Sep 2009 -- Iran's parliament is in its fourth and possibly final day of debate about President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's Cabinet nominations.
Iran Ready to Hold Nuclear Talks VOA 01 Sep 2009 -- Iran's top nuclear negotiator says the country is ready to resume negotiations with world powers over its controversial nuclear program.
Iranian Parliament Signals Support for Defense Minister-Designate VOA 01 Sep 2009 -- Iran's parliament has signaled that it supports President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's choice for defense minister.
Iranian parliament debates Ahmadinejad's Cabinet nominees RIA Novosti 01 Sep 2009 -- Iranian parliament continuing debate on the approval of 11 ministers.

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