April 2010 - Iran Special Weapons News

Iranian President Slams West Before New York Visit VOA 30 Apr 2010 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has gone on the attack against the West, just 24 hours after Secretary of State Hillary Clinton urged him to abide by the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty and just several days before he is due to attend a United Nations nuclear conference in New York.
Ayat. Kashani: Enemies cannot stop Iran’s peaceful nuclear activities IRNA 30 Apr 2010 -- Substitute Friday Prayers Leader of Tehran Ayatollah Mohammad Emami Kashani said here Friday that enemies will fail in their attempts and tricks to stop Iran’s peaceful nuclear activities.
Ahmadinejad pledges to 'knock teeth out' of any Iranian enemy RIA Novosti 30 Apr 2010 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has described Iran as a "fist" that will "knock teeth out" of anyone who has the courage to attack the Islamic republic, Iranian news agency ISNA said on Friday.
Clinton warns Iran against disrupting New York nuclear talks RIA Novosti 30 Apr 2010 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad might not be welcome at a UN nuclear conference in New York next week if he tries to disrupt the talks, the U.S. secretary of state has said.
Iran Vows to Back Syria With All Its 'Strength' VOA 30 Apr 2010 -- Iran has promised to back Syria against any threats, after the U.S. charged Syria's behavior could destabilize the Middle East.
Iran: West Cannot be Trusted With Nuclear Fuel VOA 30 Apr 2010 -- A top adviser to Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei says Tehran will never trust the West with its nuclear fuel.
Clinton Questions Ahmadinejad's Role at Nuclear Conference VOA 29 Apr 2010 -- U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on Thursday questioned Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's role at next week's Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty review conference in New York, given what she called Tehran's "indisputable" record of violating nuclear obligations. U.S. officials say Mr. Ahmadinejad and his delegation will receive visas in time to attend the meeting.
IRGC Public Relation Officer: Ultraregional countries, major receivers of Messenger (P) 5 War Games’ message IRNA 29 Apr 2010 -- An Islamic Republic Guard Corps’ high brass officer said here Monday evening ultraregional countries disturbing Persian Gulf region’s security are main receivers of Grand Messenger (P) 5 War Games.
What If Sanctions On Iran Don't Work? RFE/RL 29 Apr 2010 -- The backroom lobbying game is on as the UN Security Council faces the prospect of imposing a fourth round of sanctions aimed at curbing Iran's nuclear program.
UN to address sanctions against Iran 'soon' - Russia's Lavrov RIA Novosti 29 Apr 2010 -- The UN Security Council will take up the issue of sanctions against Iran in the very near future, the Russian Foreign minister said on Thursday.
Russian FM reaffirms "no proof" of Iranian nuclear arms program IRNA 28 Apr 2010 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov reiterated that contrary to western claims there was "no proof" that Iran is having a nuclear weapons program.
Supreme Leader calls for enforcement of Article 44 of Constitution IRNA 28 Apr 2010 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei said on Wednesday that the general principles of the Article 44 of the Iranian Constitution should be fully implemented.
Ahmadinejad Applies to Visit US for UN Nuclear Meeting VOA 28 Apr 2010 -- The U.S. State Department says Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has applied to visit the United States as part of an Iranian delegation to a U.N. nuclear conference in New York.
US: Iran, Syria Providing Missiles to Hezbollah VOA 27 Apr 2010 -- U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates says Iran and Syria are arming Hezbollah militants in Lebanon with sophisticated rockets and missiles.
Gates Satisfied With U.S. Planning to Counter Iran AFPS 27 Apr 2010 -- Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates today expressed satisfaction with the level of planning by the Defense Department and other elements of the U.S. government to counter threats from Iran.
Clinton: Iran Should Direct Concerns to IAEA VOA 27 Apr 2010 -- U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton says Iran should be directing its concerns to the International Atomic Energy Agency instead of trying to sway public opinion about its nuclear program.
Velayati: Sanctions against Iran ineffective IRNA 27 Apr 2010 -- Supreme Leader’s advisor Ali-Akbar Velayati said here on Tuesday that sanctions against Iran are ineffective and that the country will continue its peaceful nuclear activities.
Brazil calls for peaceful settlement of Iran’s nuclear dispute IRNA 27 Apr 2010 -- Brazilian Foreign Minister Brasil Celso Amorim said on Tuesday that his country calls for peaceful settlement of the dispute about Iranian nuclear program.
Iran optimistic about fuel swap: Mottaki IRNA 27 Apr 2010 -- Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said on Tuesday that the Islamic Republic of Iran is optimistic about fuel swap and considers it as a means for confidence-building between Iran and the west.
Mottaki: Uranium exchange file still on table IRNA 27 Apr 2010 -- IRI Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki says he believes uranium exchange file is still on the table.
Brazil Demands Iran Guarantee On Nuclear Program RFE/RL 27 Apr 2010 -- The foreign minister of Brazil, a nonpermanent member of the UN Security Council, has demanded that Iran guarantee its nuclear program has no military aims.
Tehran says Iran Six need will for progress on nuclear issue RIA Novosti 27 Apr 2010 -- If the international community showed the necessary political will the dispute with Iran over the proposed nuclear fuel exchange could be resolved, Tehran's foreign minister said on Tuesday.
Iran behaves 'irresponsibly' regarding nuclear program - Medvedev RIA Novosti 27 Apr 2010 -- Iran has behaved irresponsibly in response to international concerns over Tehran's controversial nuclear program, the Russian president said.
Iran Opposition Leaders Call for Election Anniversary Rallies VOA 27 Apr 2010 -- Two major Iranian opposition leaders are calling for demonstrations on June 12, the anniversary of a disputed election that placed President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad in power for another term.
Larijani: Sanctions, resolutions not correct language to talk with Iran IRNA 26 Apr 2010 -- Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani said on Monday that language of sanctions and resolutions is not a proper language for dialogue and interaction with the Islamic Republic of Iran.
IRGC military drill reaches all pre-planned goals: defense minister IRNA 26 Apr 2010 -- Defense Minister Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi said Sunday evening that the recent IRGC military exercise reached all its pre-determined goals.
Commentary: Iran’s Green Movement In The Doldrums? RFE/RL 26 Apr 2010 -- the most resolute group -- is the IRGC, which now numbers 120,000. As well as being a major player in the political and military arenas, the IRGC is an economic juggernaut and the largest beneficiary of government contracts. Many former commanders of this force have taken senior positions in the executive branch, especially in the Intelligence and Interior ministries.
Iran completes large-scale military drills in Persian Gulf RIA Novosti 26 Apr 2010 -- Iran's Revolutionary Guards have completed a wide-ranging military exercise in the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz, Fars news agency reported on Monday.
Brazil Says It Supports 'Peaceful' Iranian Nuclear Work VOA 26 Apr 2010 -- Brazil's foreign minister is in Tehran for talks with Iranian officials on bilateral and international issues, including the dispute over Iran's nuclear program.
Iran's Mousavi Accuses Govt. of Persecuting Opponents in Name of Islam VOA 26 Apr 2010 -- Iranian opposition leader Mir Hossein Mousavi has accused Iran's government of persecuting opponents in the name of Islam.
Great Prophet V Maneuver poses threat to US: commander IRNA 25 Apr 2010 -- Deputy commander of Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps’ (IRGC) Naval Force said here on Sunday that the Great Prophet V War Games posed a threat to the very foundation of the US by demonstrating Iran’s capabilities.
Mottaki: Failed sanctions should not be repeated IRNA 25 Apr 2010 -- Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said on Sunday that the failed polices of economic sanction on Iran should not be repeated.
IAEA chief terms talks with Iran foreign minister 'constructive' IRNA 25 Apr 2010 -- Director General of International Atomic Energy Agency Yukiya Amano on Sunday described his talks with the Iranian Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki on the fuel swap as ‘constructive and positive’.
IRGC launches final stage of maneuver IRNA 25 Apr 2010 -- The final phase of the IRGC war game code-named “Holy Prophet 5” started on Sunday in the Persian Gulf region with five advanced cruise missiles being launched.
IRGC military drill shows no one can ever think of harming Iran IRNA 25 Apr 2010 -- A senior parliamentarian said Sunday that the ongoing military exercise of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps’ naval force has proved that no one could ever act against Iran’s interests.
Night operation carried out against hypothetical warships in PG IRNA 25 Apr 2010 -- Speed boats of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps naval force carried out a night operation against warships of the hypothetical enemy in Persian Gulf’s waters in the wee hours of Sunday.
Final stage of IRGC maneuver starts IRNA 25 Apr 2010 -- The final phase of the IRGC war game dubbed “Holy Prophet 5” started on Sunday in the Persian Gulf region.
Volunteers, modern tacticts two features of military manouver IRNA 25 Apr 2010 -- Head of Defense Propaganda Headquarters said that comprehensive use of volunteers as well as employing modern war tactics were among most important features of the Great Prophet V military maneuver.
New smart bullets tested in third phase of military maneuver IRNA 25 Apr 2010 -- On the third stage of Great Prophet V war game in the Persian Gulf and east of Hormuz Strait new smart bullets were tested.
Austrian foreign minister demands Iran to change course in nuclear program RIA Novosti 25 Apr 2010 -- Austrian Foreign Minister Michael Spindelegger has called for Iran to a change its course in nuclear and human rights fields.
Ugandan President to seek clarification from USA on sanctions against Iran RIA Novosti 25 Apr 2010 -- Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni will not make a decision on sanctions against Iran until he gets better explanation from the U.S. government on the sanctions to better understand the dispute over Iranian controversial nuclear program, CNN said.
Iran foreign minister holds talks with UN nuclear watchdog chief RIA Novosti 25 Apr 2010 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki is holding talks with head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Yukiya Amano in Vienna on the Iran controversial nuclear program, the Iranian news agency IRNA reported on Sunday.
Israeli Official: Iranian Nuclear Expert Requests Asylum in Israel VOA 25 Apr 2010 -- An Israeli official says an Iranian academic with ties to Iran's nuclear program has requested asylum in Israel.
Iranian Foreign Minister Calls Talks With IAEA Chief "Constructive" VOA 25 Apr 2010 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaqi says discussions are continuing with the International Atomic Energy Agency over a stalled uranium swap deal with the West. Mottaqi met Sunday with IAEA chief Yukiya Amano in Vienna.
Iran to inaugurate production line of unmanned plane IRNA 24 Apr 2010 -- Iran will inaugurate production line of unmanned planes, Commander of Aerospace Unit of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps said on Saturday.
MP: IRGC maneuver aims to promote peace, friendship in region IRNA 24 Apr 2010 -- Member of Majlis National Security and Foreign Policy Commission Ali Aqazadeh said on Saturday that the IRGC maneuver in the Persian Gulf region code-named “Holy Prophet 5” aims to promote peace, friendship and brotherhood among countries of the region.
3rd phase of IRGC maneuver ends successfully in Persian Gulf IRNA 24 Apr 2010 -- The 3rd stage of the IRGC war game dubbed “Holy Prophet 5” ended successfully in the Persian Gulf region, a military official said Saturday.
IRGC drill, exercise to defend PG islands: Commander IRNA 24 Apr 2010 -- The onging military drill of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps’ forces is aimed at exercising how to stop possible penetration of hypothetical enemy to the Persian Gulf islands, an IRGC commander said Saturday.
3rd stage of IRGC military drill starts IRNA 24 Apr 2010 -- The third stage of the IRGC military exercises dubbed the “Holy Prophet 5” started in the Persian Gulf region with the attack of the hypothetical enemy.
2nd phase of Great Prophet V wargame held in Persian Gulf common zone IRNA 23 Apr 2010 -- Iranian armed forces displayed the country's military prowess on the second day of major drills held in the Persian Gulf and the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
IRGC speedboats break new record in maritime war IRNA 23 Apr 2010 -- The speedboats of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) captured hypothetical enemy’s destroyer in less than 30 minutes, thus breaking a new record in world’s maritime combat.
Jalili: Great Prophet V maneuver show of Iran’s stregnth IRNA 23 Apr 2010 -- Secretary of Supreme National Security Council of Iran Saeed Jalili said here Friday that the “Great Prophet V” war game in Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz is show of the Islamic Republic of Iran’s and Iranians’ strength in the face of any insecurity and disorder in the Persian Gulf.
Ayat. Jannati: Iran vanguard of nuclear disarmament IRNA 23 Apr 2010 -- Substitute Friday prayers leader of Tehran Ayatollah Ahmad Jannati said here Friday that the Islamic Republic of Iran pioneers nuclear disarmament.
Russia does not back Iranian nuclear conference's statement RIA Novosti 23 Apr 2010 -- Russia does not support a final document distributed after an international nuclear conference in Iran that gathered top officials and experts from 60 countries, a Foreign Ministry spokesman said Friday.
Iran in Day 2 of large-scale military drills in Persian Gulf RIA Novosti 23 Apr 2010 -- Iran's Revolutionary Guards on Friday started the second stage of a three-day military exercise in the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz, the Fars news agency reported.
Iranian War Games Intensify Arab Anxiety VOA 23 Apr 2010 -- Iran's elite Revolutionary Guards began a second day of military exercises in the Persian Gulf Friday to show their readiness to contest any attack by the United States or Israel. Analysts, however, say the maneuvers are also sending a strong message to Arab nations, which already believe Tehran has plans to extend its power in the region.
Pentagon: Iran Military Exercises 'Somewhat Routine' VOA 22 Apr 2010 -- Iran's Revolutionary Guard has launched annual naval, air and ground exercises in the Persian Gulf region, and a senior Iranian official said it would show off a new high-speed gunboat. Pentagon spokesman called the three-day exercises "somewhat routine," and predicted they will not impact U.S. naval operations in the area.
Biden Expects New UN Sanctions Against Iran VOA 22 Apr 2010 -- U.S. Vice President Joe Biden says he expects the United Nations will impose a new round of sanctions against Iran for its nuclear defiance by the beginning of next month.
Iran Nuclear Dispute Bogs Down VOA 22 Apr 2010 -- The dispute between the West and Iran over Tehran's nuclear ambitions has now dragged on for nearly eight years. Even as Iran holds new military exercises in the Persian Gulf, the United States continues to push for new sanctions on Iran in the U.N. Security Council. There is no resolution in sight as the U.S. wrestles with how, or even if, Iran can be deterred from going down the nuclear path.
First stage of IRGC military drill conducted successfully: Commander IRNA 22 Apr 2010 -- An IRGC commander said on Thursday that the first stage of the ongoing military exercise in the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz has been conducted successfully.
‘Holy Prophet 5’ war games started in Persian Gulf IRNA 22 Apr 2010 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Thursday morning started military exercises code-named “Holy Prophet 5” in the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran, N. Korea to sign cultural exchange program pact IRNA 22 Apr 2010 -- Iran and North Korea are scheduled to sign a cultural exchange program pact in Pyongyang during Deputy Foreign Minister in Asia and Oceania Affairs Ali Fat’hollahi.
Iran Begins War Games In Persian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz RFE/RL 22 Apr 2010 -- Iran's elite Revolutionary Guard has started large-scale war-game exercises in the Persian Gulf and the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
Iran starts large-scale military drills in Strait of Hormuz RIA Novosti 22 Apr 2010 -- Iran's Revolutionary Guards launched on Thursday a three-day military exercise in the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz, the Fars news agency reported.
Iran plans to produce missile defense systems similar to Russia's S-300 RIA Novosti 22 Apr 2010 -- Iran intends to produce missile defense systems similar to Russia's S-300 system, the county's PressTV channel said on Thursday, quoting Iranian Defense Minister Brig. Gen. Ahmad Vahidi.
Iran Begins Major Military Exercise VOA 22 Apr 2010 -- Iran's elite Revolutionary Guards have started three days of war games in the Persian Gulf and a strait crucial to world oil supplies.
Producing weapon with S-300 capability on Iran’s agenda: Minister IRNA 21 Apr 2010 -- Defense Minister Brigadier-General Ahmad Vahidi said Wednesday that producing weapon with S-300 capability has been put on the agenda of Iran’s weapons manufacturing sector.
IAEO chief: Iran seeks objective, sufficient guarantee for fuel swap IRNA 21 Apr 2010 -- Head of Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization Ali Akbar Salehi said on Wednesday that the Islamic Republic of Iran seeks objective guarantee for fuel swap.
Enemies feared of IRGC’s power to defuse plots IRNA 21 Apr 2010 -- Enemies are angry with the Islamic Revolution Guards' Corps as they saw it has been successful in defusing all plots against Iran, said a statement issued here Wednesday.
Ahmadinejad says Iran is ready for simultaneous fuel swap IRNA 21 Apr 2010 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has told a German TV network that Iran is ready for simultaneous swap of 3.5% fuel with 20% one.
Iran to hold three-day naval, air drills RIA Novosti 21 Apr 2010 -- Iran's Revolutionary Guards will conduct a three-day military exercise in the Persian Gulf starting Thursday, a top military official said.
Iran Revolutionary Guard Announces Military Maneuver in Persian Gulf VOA 21 Apr 2010 -- The deputy head of Iran's powerful Revolutionary Guard says it will begin a major military exercise in the Gulf, Thursday, in the vicinity of the vital Strait of Hormuz.
Report to Congress Outlines Iranian Threats AFPS 20 Apr 2010 -- Iran may be capable of striking the United States with an intercontinental ballistic missile by 2015, according to a Defense Department report submitted to Congress yesterday.
Iran Suspensions Of Two Factions Aim To Cripple Reform Drive RFE/RL 20 Apr 2010 -- Iranian President Mahmud Ahmadinejad has aimed his strongest blow yet at his political opposition by suspending two prominent reformist factions.
Iran upgrades U.S.-built fighter jets RIA Novosti 20 Apr 2010 -- Iran has overhauled and modernized its warplanes, including the "sophisticated" F-14 Tomcat fighter jets, an Iranian military official said on Tuesday.
China insists on diplomatic solution to Iranian nuke issue RIA Novosti 20 Apr 2010 -- China insists on a diplomatic solution to the problem of the Iranian nuclear issue regardless of discussions of possible sanctions, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Jiang Yu said on Tuesday.
U.S. skeptical about Iranian nuclear enrichment plans RIA Novosti 20 Apr 2010 -- The U.S. administration was skeptical about the recently announced Iranian plans to built more nuclear enrichment sites.
Turkey Offers Help in Iran Nuclear Standoff VOA 20 Apr 2010 -- Turkey is offering to mediate the stalemate between the United Nations and Iran over Tehran's nuclear program.
Iran says Work Has Begun on New Nuclear Enrichment Plant VOA 19 Apr 2010 -- An advisor to Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad says Tehran has begun work on a new uranium enrichment plant.
Debate Rages Over Iran's Nuclear Capability, Intentions VOA 19 Apr 2010 -- The Obama administration is wrestling with how the United States should deal with Iran, and in particular its purported ambition to become a nuclear-armed state. But, the challenge is all the greater because of the difficulty of getting solid intelligence on Iran's capabilities and intentions.
Iran hopes dual policies be limited at next NPT review meeting IRNA 19 Apr 2010 -- Iran hoped that the next NPT review meeting in New York would lead to restriction of double standard policies and balance the treaty, a senior nuclear energy official said Monday.
Taking Tehran’s research reactor a political issue, not for US good IRNA 19 Apr 2010 -- Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said Sunday that considering Tehran’s Research Reactor as a political issue would not serve the US benefits.
Iran to discuss nuclear fuel swap with Security Council countries RIA Novosti 19 Apr 2010 -- Iran plans to hold talks with all 15 members of the UN Security Council to discuss a nuclear fuel deal, Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said on Monday.
Report: Iran Expanding Uranium Enrichment VOA 19 Apr 2010 -- Iran may be in the early stages of building a new uranium enrichment facility, in spite of international pressure to stop expansion of its nuclear program.
DoD News: Statement by Secretary Robert M. Gates DoD 18 Apr 2010-- The New York Times sources who revealed my January memo to the National Security Advisor mischaracterized its purpose and content.
Mullen: Diplomacy Best Approach to End Iran's Nuclear Proliferation AFPS 18 Apr 2010 -- Although a U.S. military approach in Iran would hinder Iranian nuclear proliferation, military might isn’t necessarily the best solution, Navy Adm. Mike Mullen said today.
Ahmadinejad: Nuclear weapons threaten int'l community IRNA 18 Apr 2010 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Sunday that danger of nuclear weapons threatens the international community.
Tehran int'l conference emphasizes need for disarmament, Mottaki IRNA 18 Apr 2010 -- Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said on Sunday that Tehran International Conference on Disarmament of Nuclear Weapons and Non-Proliferation emphasized the need for Disarmament.
Int’l efforts for disarmament a must: Soltanieh IRNA 18 Apr 2010 -- Iran's Permanent Representative to the International Atomic Energy Agency Ali Asghar Soltanieh said on Sunday that basic measures should be taken by the international community to prevent the impacts of nuclear weapons on humanity.
Disarmament confab focuses on full implementation of NPT: speaker IRNA 18 Apr 2010 -- Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani said on Sunday that while the US nuclear conference tried to deny the nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty, the Tehran meeting is to fully implement the NPT.
Iran has largest army in ME: Commander IRNA 18 Apr 2010 -- Commander of Army’s Ground Force Brigadier General Ahmad-Reza Pourdastan has said that Iran had the biggest army in the Middle East region.
Pentagon Says U.S. Has Iran Options RFE/RL 18 Apr 2010 -- The U.S. Defense Department says Defense Secretary Robert Gates believes President Barack Obama and his national security team "have spent an extraordinary amount of time and effort considering and preparing for the full range of contingencies" regarding Iran's nuclear program.<
Iran Seeks Talks On Nuke Fuel Swap RFE/RL 18 Apr 2010 -- Iran plans to hold talks with all members of the UN Security Council in an effort to break a deadlock over a planned uranium exchange deal.
Salehi: NPT might lose its efficiency IRNA 17 Apr 2010 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran Ali Akbar Salehi said on Saturday that if existing unjust policies and dual standards in dealing with nuclear energy continue, the NPT will lose its efficiency in near future.
Strengthening NPT only way to disarmament, non-proliferation IRNA 17 Apr 2010 -- Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council Saeed Jalili called Saturday for strengthening of the nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty as the only way to stop nuclear proliferation.
FM spokesman: US threats no different from terrorists’ acts IRNA 17 Apr 2010 -- Spokesman for Iran’s Foreign Ministry Ramin Mehman-Parast said the US threats against some countries was in no way different from the terrorists’ acts targeting defenseless people.
Soltaniyeh stresses Iran's will for world nuclear disarmament IRNA 17 Apr 2010 -- Iran’s Permanent Envoy to the International Atomic Energy Agency Ali-Asghar Soltaniyeh said here on Saturday that the ongoing Tehran disarmament conference is an indication to Iran’s will for global nuclear disarmament.
Army Chief: Obama virtually committed suicide with his recent remark IRNA 17 Apr 2010 -- Armed Forces Chief of Staff Major General Hassan Firouzabadi said US President Barack Obama virtually committed suicide by his recent remarks on nuclear issues.
1st int’l disarmament confab kicks off in Tehran IRNA 17 Apr 2010 -- The 1st International Conference on Disarmament and Non-Proliferation started here Saturday morning with the participation of officials from about 60 countries.
Nuclear arms use, religiously forbidden: Supreme Leader IRNA 17 Apr 2010 -- The use of nuclear arms is Haram (religiously forbidden) and it is incumbent on all to protect humankind from the grave disaster, the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution said Saturday.
Mottaki: Tehran confab seeking to promote int’l coop on disarmament IRNA 17 Apr 2010 -- Iran’s Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said the ongoing international conference on disarmament and non-proliferation is the beginning of a process to promote cooperation among world nations on the issue of nuclear disarmament.
Iran Calls For New Body To Oversee Nuclear Disarmament RFE/RL 17 Apr 2010 -- Iranian President Mahmud Ahmadinejad has opened a sparsely attended two-day nuclear disarmament conference in Tehran with a call for a new global body to oversee the process.
Jailed Iranian Baha'is Refuse To Attend Closed Trial RFE/RL 17 Apr 2010 -- Seven Baha'i religious leaders in Iran who have been detained since 2008 remain in prison after refusing to appear in a Tehran court earlier this week, RFE/RL's Radio Farda reports.
Tehran wants U.S. expelled from IAEA RIA Novosti 17 Apr 2010 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Saturday nuclear powers such as the United States should be expelled from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
Iran Calls for US, Other Nuclear Armed States to be Ousted from IAEA VOA 17 Apr 2010 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad called for the United States to be suspended from the International Atomic Energy Agency.
Larijani underlines withdrawl of alien forces from Iraq IRNA 17 Apr 2010 -- Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani described terrorism as the cause of insecurity in Iraq and region and underlined the need for withdrawal of alien forces from the country.
Mottaki: Nuclear swap deal meets interests of all parties IRNA 15 Apr 2010 -- Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said on Thursday that nuclear swap deal could meet the interests of negotiating parties.
NPT has failed non-nuclear countries, says Mottaki IRNA 15 Apr 2010 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki Thursday criticised the failure of the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), saying that the experience of the last 40 years has shown that the expectations of non-nuclear countries had been “misplaced.”
U.S. Says Iran Could Build Nuclear Weapon In A Year RFE/RL 15 Apr 2010 -- A top U.S. intelligence official has told a congressional panel that Iran could develop a nuclear weapon within a year and in three years build one that could be deployed.
Iran Six begins discussing draft resolution against Iran RIA Novosti 15 Apr 2010 -- The Iran Six began discussing the text of a draft resolution imposing sanctions on Iran over its controversial nuclear program, France's envoy to the UN has said.
Iran's first NPP in Bushehr to be launched in August 2010 RIA Novosti 15 Apr 2010 -- The Bushehr nuclear power plant in Iran will start operating in August, disregarding possible sanctions against the Islamic republic, the head of the Russian Federal Atomic Energy Agency (Rosatom) said.
UN Diplomats Hold 'Constructive' Talks on Iran Sanctions VOA 14 Apr 2010 -- Discussions among diplomats of the five permanent U.N. Security Council members plus Germany intensified Wednesday in New York, where one diplomat said that they are starting to negotiate on the substance of possible new sanctions against Iran for its suspected nuclear weapons program.
Gates Expresses Confidence in U.N Progress on Iran AFPS 14 Apr 2010 -- Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates expressed confidence today in progress being made toward passing a U.N. Security Council resolution that would ratchet up sanctions against Iran for refusing to abandon its nuclear weapons program.
Policy Chief Describes U.S. Approach on Iran AFPS 14 Apr 2010 -- The U.S. approach on Iran focuses on preventing that country from obtaining nuclear weapons and on countering its influence in the Middle East, the Pentagon’s policy chief said here today.
World Leaders Discuss Fresh Iran Sanctions RFE/RL 14 Apr 2010 -- World leaders have discussed the possibility of fresh sanctions against Iran over its nuclear program.
Iran Opposition Leader Slams President's Obama Remarks RFE/RL 14 Apr 2010 -- Former Iranian presidential candidate and opposition leader Mehdi Karrubi has criticized Iranian President Mahmud Ahmadinejad's recent comments about U.S. President Barack Obama, RFE/RL's Radio Farda reports.
Army guarantees defending Iran against any threat: Commander IRNA 14 Apr 2010 -- Iran’s Army is ready today to defend the country’s territorial integrity stronger than ever, Army Commander Major General Ata’ollah Salehi said Wednesday.
Mottaki says Obama’s remarks means playing with fire IRNA 14 Apr 2010 -- Iran’s Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said the recent remarks of the US President Barack Obama which entailed atomic threats against Iran were totally false and immature and were in fact sort of playing with fire.
Iran condemns US groundless allegations against its nuclear program IRNA 14 Apr 2010 -- Iran’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Mohammad Khazaee, in a letter to the UN Security Council, condemned the US groundless allegations against Iran’s peaceful nuclear program.
Sanctions no threat to Iranian nuclear plant launch - Russian MP RIA Novosti 14 Apr 2010 -- Possible new sanctions against Iran should not affect the launch date for the country's first nuclear power plant, a senior Russian member of parliament said on Wednesday.
President: Iraq is Iran's natural ally IRNA 14 Apr 2010 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad in a live interview with Iranian TV on Tuesday evening said that Iraq is Iran’s natural ally.
Russia discussing Iran sanctions with partners - Medvedev RIA Novosti 14 Apr 2010 -- Russian President Dmitry Medvedev said Russia is discussing sanctions against Iran with its partners.
UN Diplomats to Hold Talks on Iran Sanctions VOA 14 Apr 2010 -- Diplomats from six world powers are set to meet at the United Nations as the U.S. continues to push for another round of sanctions against Iran's nuclear program.
Iran to Host Own Nuclear Summit Saturday VOA 14 Apr 2010 -- The Iranian government is hosting a nuclear conference Saturday and Sunday in Tehran, in counterpoint to the Washington summit this week to which it was not invited. The meeting comes as the U.S. pushes for a fourth set of sanctions over Tehran's disputed nuclear program, a drive that appears to be gaining momentum.
Obama: China Considering New Iran Nuclear Sanctions VOA 13 Apr 2010 -- While 47 nations attended Tuesday's Nuclear Security Summit in Washington, much of the day's attention focused on two countries which were not invited-Iran and North Korea. U.S. President Barack Obama says China, which has opposed further sanctions against Iran, is now sincerely considering them.
Gates: No Iranian Nuclear Weapon for 'At Least a Year' VOA 13 Apr 2010 -- U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates says he does not expect Iran to have a capacity to produce nuclear weapons for at least a year.
Salehi: Iran wants tangible guarantees for nuclear swap deal IRNA 13 Apr 2010 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran Ali Akbar Salehi said on Tuesday that Iran is ready for nuclear swap deal of one ton of 3.5 percent enriched uranium for 100 kg of 20 percent enriched uranium if provided tangible guarantees.
FM spokesman: Iran to react “very strongly” to any attacks IRNA 13 Apr 2010 -- Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman Ramin Mehman-Parast said the reaction of Iran and regional countries to any attacks would be very harsh.
Mottaki: Those whose power is centralized on A-bombs play with fire IRNA 13 Apr 2010 -- IRI foreign minister said in a meeting with new ambassador of Turkey to Tehran those who have unwisely based their power on nuclear weapons are playing with fire.
Soltaniyeh to IRNA: Washington Conference held to mislead world public opinion IRNA 13 Apr 2010 -- IRI representative and permanent ambassador to IAEA in Vienna said here Monday Washington Conference is held to mislead world public opinion regarding serious threat of US A-bombs.
Khaza’ie: Nuclear threatening of a nation clear case of state sponsored terrorism IRNA 13 Apr 2010 -- Iran’s Representative to UN said here Monday at UN Counter Terrorism Committee (CTC) threatening a nation of using nuclear weapons is a clear case of state sponsored terrorism.
Hu, Obama Discuss Iran Nuclear Program RFE/RL 13 Apr 2010 -- U.S. President Barack Obama and Chinese President Hu Jintao have discussed Iran's nuclear program on the sidelines of the nuclear safety summit in Washington.
Iran still ready to discuss nuclear fuel swap RIA Novosti 13 Apr 2010 -- Tehran is still open to discussion on a nuclear fuel swap with any supplier, an Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman said on Tuesday.
Iran says U.S. nuclear threats harm global stability RIA Novosti 13 Apr 2010 -- Attempts by Washington to threaten Tehran with possible nuclear strikes undermines global security and brings harm to the global community, an Iranian news agency said citing the country's foreign minister.
China backs UN Security Council's 'dual-track' strategy on Iran RIA Novosti 13 Apr 2010 -- China supports the 'dual- track' strategy by the UN Security Council to convince Iran to suspend uranium enrichment, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Jiang Yu said on Tuesday.
Iran hopes Russia will not take sides at UN over nuclear issue RIA Novosti 13 Apr 2010 -- Iran is counting on Russia to remain neutral regarding the UN Security Council's possible adoption of new sanctions over the Islamic Republic's nuclear program, the country's top nuclear official said.
China Supports 'Dual-Track' Strategy on Iran VOA 13 Apr 2010 -- China's foreign minister says Beijing supports the United Nations "dual-track" strategy to persuade Iran to end its sensitive nuclear work.
Report: Iran to Join 'Nuclear Club' to Deter Attacks VOA 13 Apr 2010 -- Iran's Fars news agency reports that a senior Iranian nuclear official has declared that Tehran will join the "world nuclear club" within a month to deter possible attacks on the country.
National industry capable to produce major parts of nuclear sites IRNA 12 Apr 2010 -- Minister of Industries and Mines Ali Akbar Mehrabian said on Monday that national industry is capable to produce major parts of nuclear power plants so Iran will no longer need others.
Ground forces commander warns enemies over possible mistake IRNA 12 Apr 2010 -- Commander of the Army’s Ground Forces Brigadier General Ahmad-Reza Pour-Dastan said on Monday that if the enemies dare to commit any mistake and launch military assault on Iran, they will be given a crushing and humiliating response.
Official: Bushehr nuclear power plant to go on stream next summer IRNA 12 Apr 2010 -- Iran’s first nuclear power plant will go on stream in the southern province of Bushehr next summer, Deputy head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran Behzad Soltani said Sunday night.
Iran's Ahmadinejad Says Nuclear Summit 'Humiliating' RFE/RL 12 Apr 2010 -- Iranian President Mahmud Ahmadinejad has condemned a nuclear security summit that opens in Washington today as humiliating to humanity.
Iran starts 'final test' for Bushehr nuclear plant RIA Novosti 12 Apr 2010 -- Iran has started the final test of equipment at the country's first nuclear power plant, the Bushehr project manager has said.
Russia to attend nuclear disarmament conference in Iran RIA Novosti 12 Apr 2010 -- Russia will take part in a nuclear disarmament conference to be held in Tehran on April 17-18, Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said on Monday.
Israeli attack on Iran might lead to nuclear conflict - Medvedev RIA Novosti 12 Apr 2010 -- Russian President Dmitry Medvedev has warned Israel against a military attack on Iran, saying it might lead to nuclear war and global disaster.
Russia's Medvedev says energy sanctions against Iran unlikely RIA Novosti 12 Apr 2010 -- Russian President Dmitry Medvedev doubts that energy sanctions will be imposed against Iran.
Iran boosts air defenses with new missile system RIA Novosti 12 Apr 2010 -- Iran has developed and successfully tested its first domestically-built air defense system capable of destroying aircraft at low and medium altitudes, Press TV cited the country's defense minister as saying.
Somalian pirates disarmed, arrested by Iranian seamen IRNA 11 Apr 2010 -- Three Somalian pirates were disarmed and arrested by Iranian seamen who have later handed them over to Iran’s Coast Guard, it was reported Sunday.
Supreme Leader derides US president for posing nuclear threat IRNA 11 Apr 2010 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei on Sunday derided US President Barack Obama for posing nuclear threat to the international community.
Iran’s 1st medium-range air defense missile system completed IRNA 11 Apr 2010 -- Minister of Defense Ahmad Vahidi inaugurated Iran’s first advanced medium-range air defense missile system in a ceremony held on Sunday.
Iran to Complain to UN About US 'Threat' to Use Nuclear Weapons VOA 11 Apr 2010 -- Iran says it will complain to the United Nations about what it calls a U.S. threat to attack Iran with nuclear weapons.
Pakistan supports Iran right to nuclear technology: spokesman IRNA 10 Apr 2010 -- Pakistan Saturday reiterated its longstanding policy to support Iran’s right to use nuclear technology for peaceful means.
Army commander: No enemy dares to target Iran IRNA 10 Apr 2010 -- Commander of the Islamic Republic Army Major General Ata’ollah Salehi said on Saturday that the Iranian armed forces are in full combat readiness and enemies do not dare to target the country.
Tehran to pave way for global nuclear disarmament: FM official IRNA 10 Apr 2010 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Ramin Mehman-Parast on Saturday stressed that Tehran is trying to pave the way for global nuclear disarmament with the help of other independent states.
MP: US is angry at Iran’s new nuclear achievements IRNA 10 Apr 2010 -- Reacting to recent hostile statements by US officials against Iran, head of majlis national security and foreign policy commission said US is angry at Iran’s progress and new achievements in nuclear technology.
Clinton: New START Pact Could Boost China Support For Iran Sanctions RFE/RL 10 Apr 2010 -- U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton says the new nuclear disarmament treaty signed this week by the United States and Russia could help strengthen Chinese support for sanctions against Iran over the Islamic Republic's nuclear program.
US Says Iranian Nuclear Announcement Shows Nefarious Intentions VOA 09 Apr 2010 -- The State Department said Friday Iran's announcement that it has a new generation of uranium-enrichment centrifuges is more evidence of nefarious intentions with regard to its nuclear program. The Iranian move came a day after world powers began negotiations on a new U.N. Security Council sanctions resolution against Tehran.
Iran Announces New, Faster Centrifuges for Uranium Enrichment VOA 09 Apr 2010 -- Iran announced Friday that is had developed a new, faster generation of centrifuges for uranium enrichment, signaling its determination to press on with its nuclear work despite possible new sanctions being sought by U.S. President Barack Obama.
President: Iran to turn into exporter of nuclear technology IRNA 09 Apr 2010 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said here Friday that Iran will in the near future turn into an exporter of nuclear technology.
President unveils 1st model of 3rd generation machines for uranium enrichment IRNA 09 Apr 2010 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has just unveiled the first model of the third generation of machines for uranium enrichment, the so-called third generation centrifuges.
President: We are against nuclear bomb IRNA 09 Apr 2010 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said here on Friday that Iran is against nuclear bomb.
President: Iranian scientists face no barrier IRNA 09 Apr 2010 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said here Friday that there is no barrier to Iranian nuclear scientists today in the field of nuclear energy and they can meet related national requirements.
Salehi: Iran capable of producing 1st model of 3rd generation centifuges IRNA 09 Apr 2010 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran Ali Akbar Salehi said here Friday that the country has produced the first model of the third generation centrifuges as the initial model of this device will be unveiled today.
Salehi: Considerable uranium reserve identified in Yazd IRNA 09 Apr 2010 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (IAEO) Ali-Akbar Salehi said here Friday that considerable uranium reserves are found in Narigan, in southern Yazd Province.
Main Test for Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant to begin today IRNA 09 Apr 2010 -- The main test needed before operation of Bushehr nuclear power plant will start on the day marking National Nuclear Festival, said the official in charge of the project.
MPs underline Iran's right to access peaceful nuclear technology IRNA 09 Apr 2010 -- Iranian lawmakers on Friday stressed Iran's right to access peaceful nuclear technology.
Powers Agree To More Talks On UN Iran Nuclear Sanctions RFE/RL 09 Apr 2010 -- Envoys from six world powers have agreed to meet again next week to discuss a possible new set of United Nations sanctions against Iran over the Islamic Republic's nuclear program.
Iran builds new generation of centrifuges - nuclear chief RIA Novosti 09 Apr 2010 -- Iran has tested its third generation of enrichment centrifuges, the head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization said on Friday.
Russia, China still urge diplomacy on Iran RIA Novosti 09 Apr 2010 -- Russia and China still call for a diplomatic solution of Iran's nuclear issue, which has been in the center of international attention due to Islamic republic's continuing nuclear developments.
Obama: Iran Sanctions Offer No Guarantees VOA 09 Apr 2010 -- U.S. President Barack Obama says there is no guarantee that a new set of United Nations sanctions against Iran will persuade it to halt sensitive nuclear work.
Firouzabadi: US will lose all its soldiers if dares to attack Iran IRNA 08 Apr 2010 -- Armed Forces Chief of Staff Major General Hassan Firouzabadi said on Thursday that if US dares to target Iran, none of its soldiers in the region will return home alive.
Sanctions will not stop Iranian nuclear program: Ahmadinejad IRNA 08 Apr 2010 -- Threatening Iran with sanctions will not stop its nuclear program, President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said in an exclusive interview with the private German television network RTL, due to be aired Thursday evening.
Vahidi: No power can threaten Iran IRNA 08 Apr 2010 -- Minister of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi said on Thursday that the Islamic Republic of Iran is very powerful and no country in the world dares to threaten it.
Ahmadinejad: US doomed to defeat; no power dares to invade Iran IRNA 08 Apr 2010 -- IRI President said here Wednesday nothing is left of US fabulous power today since whether they would evacuate Iraq and Afghanistan, or they would stay they are doomed to defeat.
Moscow: S-300s contract with Iran honored IRNA 08 Apr 2010 -- Head of Russia’s Technical and Military Cooperation Agency announced Wednesday evening Russia honors S-300 contract it has sighed with I. R. of Iran.
UN Security Council may revise Iran issue - Medvedev RIA Novosti 08 Apr 2010 -- The UN Security Council may revise its approach to Iran as Tehran is not responding to compromise proposals on its nuclear program, Russian President Dmitry Medvedev said on Thursday.
Iran sanctions 'practical' - Russian Foreign Ministry RIA Novosti 08 Apr 2010 -- The issue of the imposition of sanctions against Iran has become "practical," Russian Foreign Ministry spokesman Andrei Nesterenko said on Thursday.
China Joins Iran Sanctions Talks in New York VOA 08 Apr 2010 -- China confirms it will join the United States and other world powers for talks on a possible new round of United Nations sanctions against Iran for its nuclear activities.
Iranian Leaders Criticize New Threat of International Sanctions VOA 08 Apr 2010 -- Top Iranian leaders are again lashing out at Western nations over the threats of new sanctions.
Issue of fuel swap still on table: Mottaki IRNA 07 Apr 2010 -- Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said on Wednesday that the issues of providing fuel for Tehran research reactor and the fuel swap are still at the table.
Israel not able to take military action against Iran-Minister IRNA 07 Apr 2010 -- Iran’s Minister of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics Ahmad Vahidi said Wednesday that the Zionist regime is by no means able to take any military action against Iran.
Iran’s disarmament confab indicates Tehran’s honesty IRNA 07 Apr 2010 -- Senior Iranian diplomat said Wednesday that conducting the upcoming meeting on disarmament in Iran would signify the country’s honesty and firm intention for elimination of nuclear weapons.
Russia to deliver fuel shipment a year after Bushehr launch RIA Novosti 07 Apr 2010 -- Russia will deliver its next fuel shipment to Iran's nuclear power plant, Bushehr, a year after the plant is launched, the president of Russia's nuclear fuel producer TVEL said on Wednesday.
Talks continue on Russian deliveries of S-300 missiles to Iran RIA Novosti 07 Apr 2010 -- Russia continues to hold talks on deliveries of S-300 surface-to-air missile systems to Iran, a Russian defense official said on Wednesday
Ahmadinejad Mocks Obama's Nuclear Strategy VOA 07 Apr 2010 -- Both Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki are criticizing the new U.S. nuclear doctrine presented by President Barack Obama.
Iran's Navy saves oil tanker in Gulf of Aden IRNA 06 Apr 2010 -- Iran’s Navy prevented hijacking of an Iranian oil tanker by the pirates in the waters of Gulf of Aden.
Iran Ready for Negotiations, Says Spokesman VOA 06 Apr 2010 -- An Iranian foreign ministry spokesman says Tehran is ready to negotiate with world powers, but he says the discussion about Iran's nuclear program is a "closed case."
Obama Reported Pressing to Slow Congressional Push for Iran Sanctions VOA 05 Apr 2010 -- The Obama administration is reported to be pressing key members of the U.S. Congress to allow more time before taking final action on legislation that would impose tough, unilateral sanctions on Iran. The president says he believes there can be success within weeks, rather than months, in building a tough sanctions resolution in the U.N. Security Council.
Sanctions 'will only boost Iran's nuclear ambitions' RIA Novosti 05 Apr 2010 -- Any sanctions imposed against Iran over its nuclear program will only increase the Islamic Republic's desire to move forward with uranium enrichment, a Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman said.
Iran to unveil another nuclear achievement soon IRNA 04 Apr 2010 -- Iran's another nuclear achievement will be unveiled during the country's National Nuclear Day ceremony to be held on April 9, a senior official said Sunday.
Beijing believes in resolve of Iran's nuclear issue through talks IRNA 04 Apr 2010 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Ramin Mihman-Parast said on Sunday that the priority of the Chinese government is the resolve of Iran’s nuclear issue through negotiations and dialogue.
No major change to occur with another anti-Iran sanction IRNA 04 Apr 2010 -- Head of Majlis National Security and Foreign Policy Commission Ala’eddin Boroujerdi said Sunday that adopting another sanction against Iran would cause no major change in the country.
Fuel swap should not be used as lever against other nations: Jalili IRNA 04 Apr 2010 -- Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Saeed Jalili said here on Sunday that nuclear fuel swap should be considered as bilateral cooperation for peaceful nuclear activities.
Iran to Host Nuclear Disarmament Talks VOA 04 Apr 2010 -- Iran says it will host a nuclear disarmament conference later this month, right after a U.S.-sponsored nuclear security summit. Nuclear negotiator Saeed Jalili says Tehran wants to promote nuclear disarmament while encouraging peaceful nuclear energy production.
Iran urges nuclear states to disarm to help international peace IRNA 03 Apr 2010 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran on Saturday called on the nuclear states to disarm in a bid to bring about an atmosphere of peace and security in the international community.
Interview: Former CIA Agent In Iran's Revolutionary Guard Says 'Regime Is After Nuclear Arms' RFE/RL 03 Apr 2010 -- Reza Kahlili (a pseudonym) claims to be a former member of Iran's powerful Revolutionary Guard who spied for the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) in Iran for more than a decade following the 1979 Islamic Revolution.
Ahmadinejad Warns Iran Sanctions Will Backfire VOA 03 Apr 2010 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has rejected efforts by the United States to engage in diplomacy about its nuclear program, warning that additional sanctions will only make Tehran more determined.
Ayat. Kashani: Enemies' propaganda against Iran’s N-program futile IRNA 02 Apr 2010 -- Substitute Friday prayers leader of Tehran Ayatollah Mohammad Emami Kashani said here Friday that enemies’ adverse publicity over Iran’s peaceful nuclear program will be vain, rather making the country more distinguished worldwide.
Obama Stresses U.S.-Chinese Cooperation On Iran Nuclear Issue RFE/RL 02 Apr 2010 -- The White House says President Barack Obama has discussed the Iranian nuclear issue in an hour-long telephone call with China's President Hu Jintao.
Obama discusses cooperation on Iran with Hu RIA Novosti 02 Apr 2010 -- U.S. President Barack Obama has spoken to his Chinese counterpart Hu Jintao about the importance of "working together" on the issue of Iran's nuclear program.
Obama: US to Continue to 'Ratchet Up' Pressure on Iran VOA 02 Apr 2010 -- U.S. President Barack Obama says the United States will continue to increase pressure on Iran over its nuclear program.
Iran: China Agrees That Sanctions No Longer Effective VOA 02 Apr 2010 -- Iran's chief nuclear envoy says China agrees with his nation's position that sanctions are no longer a useful means of resolving the standoff with the West over Iran's nuclear program.
Iranian Nuclear Negotiator Visits China Amid New Sanctions Talks RFE/RL 01 Apr 2010 -- A top Iranian nuclear official has arrived in Beijing only hours after China signaled its intention to join other world powers in considering new sanctions on Tehran over its refusal to cooperate on nuclear issues.
Iran Six to discuss sanctions in coming weeks - Clinton RIA Novosti 01 Apr 2010 -- The six nations, involved in negotiations with Iran over its nuclear program "continue to be unified" and will start consultations on a new set of sanctions in the coming weeks, U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said on Thursday.

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