June 2010 - Iran Special Weapons News

Obama to Sign New US Iran Sanctions Bill Thursday VOA 30 Jun 2010 -- U.S. President Barack Obama will sign into law Thursday a package of tough, new energy and financial sanctions against Iran because of its nuclear program.
Russia may lose billions for breaching missile contract with Iran RIA Novosti 30 Jun 2010 -- Russia's refusal to deliver S-300 surface-to-air missile systems to Iran means Tehran could turn to China as its main arms supplier, depriving Moscow of a serious source of revenue, a Russian daily suggested on Wednesday.
Minister urges Russians to deliver S300s to Iran IRNA 30 Jun 2010 -- Defense Minister Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi here on Wednesday urged Russians to fulfill their commitments regarding delivery of S300 air defense missiles to Iran.
FM: Special body formed to encounter sanctions IRNA 30 Jun 2010 -- A special body in Iran has taken necessary measures against negative effects of anti-Iran sanctions during past five years, Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki told IRNA.
Iran's conditions for resumption of nuclear talks, "logical": MP IRNA 30 Jun 2010 -- A senior parliamentarian said here on Wednesday that Iran’s conditions for resumption of talks on its peaceful nuclear program is "logical".
Larijani: US pressures on Iran useless IRNA 30 Jun 2010 -- Parliament ( Majlis ) Speaker Ali Larijani said that the US pressures against Iran has always existed but had no results and would be useless.
Door still open for Iran to resume talks on nuclear program - Russia's foreign minister RIA Novosti 30 Jun 2010 -- The international community has left open the possibility for Iran to resume diplomatic talks on its nuclear program, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Wednesday.
Mottaki: Countries should act more efficiently in talks with Iran IRNA 29 Jun 2010 -- Iran’s Foreign Minsiter Manouchehr Mottaki said countries involved in talks with Iran should act more efficiently.
President Ahmadinejad: US plan to isolate Iran will fail IRNA 29 Jun 2010 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said here on Tuesday that the US plans to isolate Iran will fail.
Iran sends letters to UNSC member states IRNA 29 Jun 2010 -- Iran sent separate letters to members of the United Nations Security Council over the council's latest anti-Iran resolution, Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said Tuesday.
Iran produces 20-percent enriched fuel whenever necessary: FM IRNA 29 Jun 2010 -- Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said here on Tuesday that Iran will produce 20-percent enriched fuel whenever the country needs it.
Rafsanjani Criticizes Iranian Political Situation RFE/RL 29 Jun 2010 -- Former Iranian President Ayatollah Hashemi Rafsanjani, a top Iranian cleric who has supported the opposition, has severely criticized the country's political situation, RFE/RL's Radio Farda reports.
Ahmadinejad: Iran ready for fuel swap based on Tehran Declaration IRNA 28 Jun 2010 -- President Ahmadinejad: Iran is ready for swap of enriched uranium within the framework of the May 17 Tehran Declaration.
President: US weak management of nuke bombs puts nations in danger IRNA 28 Jun 2010 -- President Ahmadinejad: Majority of nations are now in danger due to the US weak management of nuclear bombs.
Iran's Intelligence Ministry Urges Moving Away From Russia RFE/RL 28 Jun 2010 -- Iran's Intelligence Ministry called for a "decrease" in ties with Russia.
Russia's Medvedev says worried with U.S. intelligence data on Iran RIA Novosti 28 Jun 2010 -- Russian President Medvedev worried with U.S. secret intelligence data that Iran has uranium for two nuclear bombs.
President says Iran wise enough to know nuclear weapons are useless IRNA 28 Jun 2010 -- President Ahmadinejad: Iranians are wise enough to know that nuclear weapons are useless.
President: Names of other states joining nuclear talks to be announced soon IRNA 28 Jun 2010 -- President Ahmadinejad: Names of other countries besides the G5+1 with which Iran is ready to hold talks on its nuclear program will be announced.
Ahmadinejad: Iran Will Resume Nuclear Talks in August VOA 28 Jun 2010 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad says Iran is willing to resume nuclear talks, but not until August, so as to "punish" the West.
Iran to Delay Nuclear Talks Until August VOA 28 Jun 2010 -- Iran's President Ahmadinejad says Iran will not hold talks on its nuclear program until August because of new economic sanctions.
Iran postpones nuclear talks until late August as 'punishment' RIA Novosti 28 Jun 2010 -- Iranian President Ahmadinejad: Tehran will put off talks with the Iran Six over its nuclear program until the end of August.
Iran To Delay Return To Nuclear Talks With West RFE/RL 28 Jun 2010 -- President Ahmadinejad: Iran was prepared to return to talks with the West over Tehran's controversial nuclear program but not until late August.
President announces Iran's conditions for nuclear talks with G5+1 IRNA 28 Jun 2010 -- President Ahmadinejad: End of August will be the date for talks with foreigners on its nuclear program.
Tehran does not heed disinformation campaign over nuclear program IRNA 28 Jun 2010 -- FM spokesman Mehman-Parast: Tehran does not heed disinformation campaign over national nuclear program.
Iran supports Iraqis' favorite government IRNA 28 Jun 2010 -- President Ahmadinejad: Iran honors any government established in Iraq by Iraqis themselves.
French Oil Company Total Says Halting Oil Shipments To Iran RFE/RL 28 Jun 2010 -- French oil company Total today said that it has halted oil shipments to Iran, just days after the U.S. passed new sanctions on Tehran.
G8 leaders acknowledge Russia's position on Iran - Medvedev's aide RIA Novosti 27 Jun 2010 -- Russian President Medvedev explained in detail Russia's position on Iran to participants at the G8 summit in Canada.
Boroujerdi: Downgrading ties with Russia not on Majlis agenda IRNA 27 Jun 2010 -- Head of Majlis National Security and Foreign Policy Commission Boroujerdi: Downgrading ties with Russia is not on his Commission’s agenda.
G8 Muskoka: Non-proliferation and Iran, 06/26/10 The White House 26 Jun 2010
G8 leaders criticize Iran, condemn Cheonan sinking RIA Novosti 26 Jun 2010 -- The G8 leaders have called on Iran to respect the rule of law and freedom of speech and condemned the sinking of the South Korean Cheonan warship.
Sending relief aid ship to Gaza still on the agenda: Official IRNA 26 Jun 2010 -- Deputy FM in Arab Affairs Sheybani: Plan to send a relief aid ship to Gaza Strip by governmental or non-governmental organizations is still on the agenda.
Supreme Leader instructs nation to be cautious against enemy plots, deception IRNA 26 Jun 2010 -- Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei called on the nation and officials to be cautious against enemy plots and deception.
Secretary Clinton on Passage of Iran Sanctions Legislation US Dept. of State 25 Jun 2010
Analysts Say Iran-Russia Relations Worsening VOA 25 Jun 2010 -- Russia has voted for tougher U.N. sanctions on Iran and has frozen a deal to send anti-aircraft missiles to that country.
Russia, U.S. agree on sanctions against Iran, N.Korea RIA Novosti 25 Jun 2010 -- Russia and the US agreed that sanctions against Iran and North Korea should be boosted.
Hojj. Sediqi: UN does not exist; UNSC is Anti-Security Council IRNA 25 Jun 2010 -- Substitute Friday prayers leader of Tehran Hojjatoleslam Kazem Sediqi condemned the UN Security Council's anti-Iran resolution.
Iran's Musavi Tiptoes Across The Rubicon - Maybe RFE/RL 25 Jun 2010 -- He has been accused of weak, indecisive leadership of Iran's political opposition and of harboring a naive sentimental loyalty.
Wife Of Missing Scientist Calls For International Help To Bring Him Home RFE/RL 25 Jun 2010 -- Iran has aired a report that includes an interview with wife of scientist who Iran says has been kidnapped.
Diplomat asks Lebanese govt. to probe into case of 4 kidnapped Iranians IRNA 25 Jun 2010 -- Iran’s Ambassador to Beirut Ghazanfar Roknabadi called on Beirut to probe seriously into the case of four Iranians kidnapped in north Lebanon in 1982.
President: Iran to set conditions for future talks with West IRNA 24 Jun 2010 -- President Ahmadinejad: Islamic Republic of Iran will set conditions for future talks with the European states on national nuclear program.
Iran to set conditions for nuclear talks RIA Novosti 24 Jun 2010 -- Iran will announce new conditions for international talks on its nuclear program to the Iran-6 group of international mediators next week.
Report: Iran Seized US Hikers in Iraq VOA 24 Jun 2010 -- New report indicating Iranian forces arrested the hikers in neighboring Iraq raises "deeply troubling questions" about the arrest.
IRGC Navy's reaction to inspection of Iranian ships to be very special IRNA 24 Jun 2010 -- Islamic Republic of Iran Navy Commander: “This force is mighty and capable of reacting very especially and very appropriately to inspection against Iranian ships.”
New Deputy IRGC Navy Commander appointed IRNA 24 Jun 2010 -- New Deputy Commander of Islamic Republic of Iran Guard Corps Ali-Reza Tangsiri was appointed.
Iran supports nuclear disarmament in Central Asia - FM IRNA 24 Jun 2010 -- Iran's FM Mottaki: Islamic Republic of Iran supports nuclear disarmament across the world, particularly in the Central Asia.
Iran, Turkmenistan eager to promote global disarmament: Mottaki IRNA 24 Jun 2010 -- Iran's FM Mottaki: International disarmament conference an indication to the two countries will to promote the issue of disarmament worldwide.
Israel launches military satellite to spy on Iran RIA Novosti 23 Jun 2010 -- Israel has launched a new spy satellite to improve the country's capabilities to spy on Iran and other potential enemies.
Iran's Bushehr NPP to go into operation in September RIA Novosti 23 Jun 2010 -- The Bushehr nuclear plant in Iran will go into operation in mid-September.
Iran produces 17 kg of 20% enriched uranium RIA Novosti 23 Jun 2010 -- Iran has produced 17 kilograms of 20%-enriched uranium and can produce as much as it needs, the country's nuclear chief said on Wednesday.
Iran Claims 17 KG Uranium Enriched to 20 Percent VOA 23 Jun 2010 -- Iran's atomic energy chief says his country has enriched 17 kilograms of uranium to 20 percent purity.
Moscow Still Hasn't Delivered Air Defense Missiles to Iran VOA 23 Jun 2010 -- Iran has a deal to buy S-300 anti-aircraft missiles from Russia. But Moscow has not delivered them yet.
Gas pipeline project beyond provisions of UN resolution IRNA 23 Jun 2010 -- Pakistani FM Spokesperson Abdul Basit: Iran-Pakistan gas pipeline project is beyond provisions of United Nations resolution against Iran.
President: Freedom loving nations condemn Israel IRNA 23 Jun 2010 -- President Ahmadinejad: Israel has once again been condemned by the freedom loving nations due to its recent attack on the Gaza bound Freedom Flotilla.
Supreme Leader calls for national solidarity, avoiding injustice IRNA 23 Jun 2010 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei emphasized the need for the officials to observe national solidarity.
US Welcomes Businesses Around World for Cutting Ties With Iran VOA 22 Jun 2010 -- The United States is welcoming voluntary actions from firms around the world to cut business ties with Iran.
Gilani: Pakistan 'Not Bound' by US Sanctions on Iran VOA 22 Jun 2010 -- Pakistan's PM Gilani: Country not bound by US sanctions on Iran, signaling Pakistan will move ahead with a deal to import natural gas.
Iran warns Russia over failure to deliver S-300 missile systems RIA Novosti 22 Jun 2010 -- Russia will be responsible for the consequences caused by its failure to deliver S-300 surface-to-air missile systems to Iran.
US should guarantee that Iran sanctions will not affect Russia RIA Novosti 22 Jun 2010 -- Russia wants the United States to guarantee unilateral Iran sanctions will not affect Russian companies.
US Lawmakers Announce Proposed New Iran Sanctions RFE/RL 22 Jun 2010 -- US lawmakers say they have agreed on a proposal for a series of new US sanctions against Iran.
Tehran to Send Letters to 12 UN Security Council Nations VOA 22 Jun 2010 -- Iranian FM Mottaki Tehran will send letters to 12 nations of the UN Security Council expressing its displeasure with the recent sanctions.
Iran protests to Security Council over resolution on false claims IRNA 22 Jun 2010 -- Iran has protested to United Nations Security Council over passing resulition 1929 on the basis of false accusations.
Iran to send protest letters to yes voters of Resolution 1929 IRNA 22 Jun 2010 -- Iran is to send separate protest letters to 12 members of the United Nations Security Council that voted for Resolution 1929.
Iran's nuclear issues to resolve through political will: Brazil FM IRNA 22 Jun 2010 -- Brazilian FM Nunes Amorim: Iran’s nuclear issues would be resolved soon if a political will existed.
All nations entitled to criticize performance of IAEA inspectors IRNA 22 Jun 2010 -- FM spokesman Mehman-Parast All nations, includign Iran, have the right to criticize mistakes of inspectors of the United Nations nuclear watchdog.
Rahimi: Iran calls for unified stands with Syria, Turkey, Iraq IRNA 22 Jun 2010 -- First VP Rahimi: Ties between Iran and Syria are very consolidated and expressed the hope that a unified stands would be takeb by Iran, Syria, Turkey and Iraq.
Iranian Parliament Rejects Ahmadinejad University Proposal RFE/RL 22 Jun 2010 -- Iran's parliament has rejected a university reform bill backed by President Mahmud Ahmadinejad.
Iran and Turkey: Friends Today, Rivals Tomorrow? RFE/RL 21 Jun 2010 -- It is the friendship Western policymakers wish they could have prevented: Turkey drawing close to Iran.
Wait and See Game for Turkey's Enforcement of UN Sanctions on Iran VOA 21 Jun 2010 -- This month, Turkey voted against the United Nations Security Council's fourth round of sanctions against Iran.
Iran Bars Two UN Nuclear Inspectors RFE/RL 21 Jun 2010 -- A senior Iranian official says Iran will not allow two UN nuclear inspectors to enter the country over what he described as an "untruthful" report by the IAEA.
Iran bans entry for 2 IAEA experts RIA Novosti 21 Jun 2010 -- Iran has prohibited two International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) experts from entering its territory.
2 UN Inspectors Barred from Entering Iran VOA 21 Jun 2010 -- The head of Iran's nuclear energy agency says two United Nations inspectors have been barred from entering Iran.
Natanz nuclear site one of Iran’s safest facilities IRNA 21 Jun 2010 -- Natanz uranium enrichment site is one of safest nuclear facilities in Iran.
U.S. envoy warns Pakistan against Iran gas line IRNA 21 Jun 2010 -- US Special envoy for Pakistan and Afghanistan Richard Holbrookewarned Pakistan against a multi-billion-dollar Iran gas pipeline.
Pakistan FM defends Iran gas pipeline IRNA 21 Jun 2010 -- Pakistan FM Qureshi defended the $7.5 billion gas pipeline with Iran saying Islamabad would take the project forward despite sanctions on the Islamic Republic.
Ahmadinejad: Iran emerging as new global power IRNA 20 Jun 2010 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Sunday that the Islamic Republic of Iran is now emerging as a new power which has left vital impacts on global developments.
Iran downgrades UN sanctions IRNA 20 Jun 2010 -- Iran on Sunday downgraded the U.N. sanctions over the national nuclear program after it challenged the Security Council resolution 1929 as illegal.
Iran Hangs Militant Insurgent Leader VOA 20 Jun 2010 -- Iran has executed the leader of the Sunni Muslim militant group Jundallah. Abdolmalek Rigi had been convicted of carrying out attacks against both civilians and the military in southeastern Iran.
Vahidi: Iran’s missiles power of deterrent nature IRNA 19 Jun 2010 -- Minister of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi said on Saturday that Iran’s missile capability is of deterrent nature and poses no threats to others.
Bushehr nuclear plant construction unaffected by Iran sanctions - Russia Foreign ministry RIA Novosti 18 Jun 2010 -- The construction of the Bushehr nuclear power plant in Iran will not be affected by the new UN sanctions against the Islamic Republic, a Foreign Ministry spokesperson said on Friday.
Unilateral sanctions against Iran to worsen situation — Medvedev RIA Novosti 18 Jun 2010 -- Unilateral sanctions against Iran might only aggravate the current situation and inflict damage upon the dialogue with Tehran, the Russian president said.
EU approves harsh new sanctions against Iran RIA Novosti 18 Jun 2010
EU Slaps New Sanctions on Iran VOA 17 Jun 2010 -- European Union leaders have agreed to impose new sanctions on Iran - joining the United States and United Nations in putting additional pressure on Tehran over its nuclear program.
Iran to retaliate any ship inspection in open seas IRNA 17 Jun 2010 -- Rapporteur of the Majlis National Security and Foreign Policy Commission Kazem Jalali said Thursday that Iran would retaliate any possible inspecting of its ships in the high seas.
Russia 'disappointed' by additional U.S., EU sanctions on Iran RIA Novosti 17 Jun 2010 -- The Russian Foreign Ministry has called 'disappointing' plans by the United States and European Union to impose new sanctions against Iran, in addition to those approved by the UN last week.
U.S. Treasury spearheads new UN sanctions campaign against Iran RIA Novosti 17 Jun 2010 -- The U.S. Treasury on Wednesday imposed new sanctions on Iran leading the international efforts to curb Tehran's controversial nuclear and missile programs.
Tough sanctions against Iran needed, expert RIA Novosti 17 Jun 2010
US Targets Iranians, Firms For New Sanctions VOA 16 Jun 2010 -- U.S. President Barack Obama's administration is taking the first steps toward enacting tighter sanctions against the Iranian government for its nuclear activities. The new penalties target individuals and firms who are linked to Iran's alleged nuclear program and its military.
Iran's President says Tehran to Continue Nuclear Negotiations VOA 16 Jun 2010 -- Iran's president says his country is in favor of dialogue with the West, but says the West must be punished for imposing new sanctions on Tehran.
US Targets Iranians, Firms For New Sanctions VOA 16 Jun 2010 -- U.S. President Barack Obama's administration is taking the first steps toward enacting tighter sanctions against the Iranian government for its nuclear activities. The new penalties target individuals and firms who are linked to Iran's alleged nuclear program and its military.
Iran warns of tough response to international inspection of ships RIA Novosti 16 Jun 2010 -- The Iranian parliament on Wednesday warned the West over its possible inspections of Iranian planes and ships, the Isna news agency said.
Iran warns of tough response to international inspection of ships RIA Novosti 16 Jun 2010 -- The Iranian parliament on Wednesday warned the West over its possible inspections of Iranian planes and ships, the Isna news agency said.
Ahmadinejad: Iran Willing to Talk if Conditions Are Met VOA 16 Jun 2010 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad says his country is willing to resume talks with Western nations about its nuclear program if certain conditions are met.
Mehmanparast: Enriched uranium prodcution is for peaceful purpose IRNA 16 Jun 2010 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast said here Wednesday that it is totally clear to everybody that production of 20 percent enriched uranium is for peaceful purposes.
Arrogant powers not able to win concession from Iran: President IRNA 16 Jun 2010 -- The world arrogant powers would “take to the grave” winning any concession from Iran during nuclear talks, President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said Wednesday.
Salehi: Designing of a new powerful reactor started IRNA 16 Jun 2010 -- Vice-President and Head of Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization Ali Akbar Salehi said designing of a new powerful research reactor has started.
MPs urge gov’t to seriously pursue nuclear program IRNA 16 Jun 2010 -- Members of the Islamic Consultative Assembly (Majlis) in a statement on Wednesday called on the country’s government to follow up all aspects of Iran’s peaceful nuclear program “seriously and quickly.”
Iran to announce conditions for nuclear talks soon: President IRNA 16 Jun 2010 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said Wednesday that Iran would soon announce its conditions for the new round of nuclear talks with the West.
Musavi Posts Green Movement Charter, Calls For Trial Of Vote Saboteurs RFE/RL 15 Jun 2010 -- Iranian opposition leader Mir Hossein Musavi has published a charter that calls for reforms in that country while emphasizing the nonviolent nature of the opposition movement.
Iran to continue peaceful nuclear program based on int'l, IAEA rules IRNA 15 Jun 2010 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Ramin Mehman-Parast said on Tuesday that Tehran, despite all pressures, will continue its peaceful nuclear activities within the framework of the international and IAEA rules and regulations.
Iranian Officials 'Seal Office' Of Deceased Ayatollah Montazeri RFE/RL 14 Jun 2010 -- The office of recently deceased Iranian Grand Ayatollah Hossein Ali Montazeri was sealed on June 14 by order of a special clergy court, his son has told RFE/RL's Radio Farda.
Mottaki: Obama lost great opportunity IRNA 14 Jun 2010 -- Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said on Monday that the US President Barack Obama lost a great opportunity provided by Tehran Declaration and instead revealed the true image of US policies to world nations.
EU foreign policy chief calls for negotiations with Jalili IRNA 14 Jun 2010 -- European Union foreign policy chief Catherine Ashton sent an official letter on Monday to Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Saeed Jalill calling for negotiations with him.
Riyadh denies British media reports on airspace deal with Israel IRNA 13 Jun 2010 -- Saudi Arabia denied reports that it had agreed to allow the Zionist regime to use its airspace to raid Iran’s nuclear facilities, it was announced Sunday.
Speaker says Iran will confront US nuclear plots stronger than before IRNA 13 Jun 2010 -- Iran’s Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani said Sunday the US and its puppets should never doubt that the Iranian nation will resist their nuclear plots even stronger than before.
Iranian Opposition Leader Pledges to Continue Struggle VOA 12 Jun 2010 -- A planned rally in Tehran has been called off by opposition leader Mir Hossein Mousavi on the anniversary of last June's disputed presidential election. However, there have been reports of protesters in the streets of the Iranian capital and clashes between protesters and police.
MP: Iran to consider lowering level of cooperation with IAEA IRNA 12 Jun 2010 -- Majlis Representative from Isfahan Hamid-Reza Fouladgar said on Saturday that the Iranian Majlis is to consider lowering the current level of cooperation with IAEA on Sunday.
Iran warns West not to put itself more in nuclear slatemate IRNA 12 Jun 2010 -- Head of Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization Ali-Akbar Salehi warned the West on Saturday against putting itself more in a stalemate regarding the way it was dealing with Iran’s peaceful nuclear issue.
On Election Anniversary, Iran Opposition Hints At Change Of Tactics RFE/RL 12 Jun 2010 -- Iranian opposition leader Mir Hossein Musavi today hinted at a change of tactics and vowed to continue the fight against the country’s hard-line government on the anniversary of last year’s bitterly disputed presidential election.
Iran marks one year since disputed presidential polls RIA Novosti 12 Jun 2010 -- Iran marks on Saturday the first anniversary of disputed presidential elections that brought Mahmoud Ahmadinejad a new term and led to the biggest protests since the 1979 Islamic Revolution.
Iranian Opposition Marks Election Anniversary, Refuses to Give Up VOA 12 Jun 2010 -- An Iranian opposition leader says the movement will continue its struggle against the government.
Gates: Iran 1-3 Years From Nuclear Weapon VOA 11 Jun 2010 -- U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates says Iran could have the material to develop a nuclear weapon in one to three years.
Soltaniyeh: IAEA members concerned about Israel nuclear weapons IRNA 11 Jun 2010 -- Iran’s Ambassador and Permanent Envoy to the IAEA Soltaniyeh: IAEA members have voiced their concern over Israel's nukes.
Pakistan for diplomatic solution to Iran nuclear issue IRNA 11 Jun 2010 -- Foreign Ministry: Pakistan has always called for a negotiated settlement of the issues surrounding Iranian nuclear program.
Iran: UN resolution marks end to Obama change policy IRNA 11 Jun 2010 -- President Ahmadinejad: UN’s recent anti-Iran resolution is an end to the US President Barack Obama and his slogan of change.
Ahmadinejad: US accustomed to meddling IRNA 11 Jun 2010 -- President Ahmadinejad: Americans are traditionally accustomed to interfering in others' affairs.
UN Security Council risks losing authority - Iranian FM RIA Novosti 11 Jun 2010 -- Iranian FM Mottaki called for the UN Security Council to take a more balanced approach in its Middle East policies or risk losing authority.
SCO Knocks Out Iranian Aspirations Using Technicality RFE/RL 11 Jun 2010 -- Looks like Iran is not joining the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) any time soon despite requesting membership in the group since 2005.
Countries under UN sanctions cannot join SCO - Medvedev RIA Novosti 11 Jun 2010 -- A country under UN Security Council sanctions cannot become a member of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization.
Iranian president rejects invitation to SCO summit — Lavrov RIA Novosti 11 Jun 2010 -- Iranian President Ahmadinejad decided to reject an invitation to visit the forthcoming summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization.
Conflicting Views Surface Over Whether Russia to Sell Missiles to Iran VOA 11 Jun 2010 -- Russia's FM claimed that new UN sanctions against Iran do not oblige Moscow to scrap deal to deliver missiles to Tehran.
Russian-Iranian S-300 missile deal not against UN resolution - U.S. RIA Novosti 11 Jun 2010 -- US State Department: Delivery of Russian S-300 surface-to-air missile systems to Iran is not against the recently imposed UN sanctions.
Russia 'will abide by UN resolution' over S-300 missile deal with Iran RIA Novosti 11 Jun 2010 -- Russia will strictly adhere to a new UN Security Council resolution on Iran over the delivery of S-300 missiles to the Islamic Republic.
Russian officials confirm Iran sanctions block S-300 missile sale RIA Novosti 11 Jun 2010 -- The new round of UN sanctions against Iran rule out Russia's delivery of S-300 missile defense systems to the Islamic Republic.
UN sanctions mean Russia cannot sell S-300 missiles to Iran - officials RIA Novosti 11 Jun 2010 -- A Kremlin source said on Friday the sale of S-300 air defense systems fall under the new UN Security Council's sanctions against Tehran.
Analysts: Iran May Face Further Unilateral Sanctions VOA 11 Jun 2010 -- Under American prodding, the U.N. Security Council has passed new sanctions on Iran for its nuclear ambitions.
'European' sanctions may be imposed on Iran - Kouchner RIA Novosti 11 Jun 2010 -- France does not rule out that separate "European" sanctions may be imposed on Iran over its controversial nuclear program.
Iran sanctions would be harsher without China RIA Novosti 11 Jun 2010 -- New sanctions against Iran would be a lot more far-reaching and damaging to the Islamic Republic without the efforts of China.
Iran's President Uses Shanghai World Expo Trip to Blast US, UN VOA 11 Jun 2010 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad accused the United States of hypocrisy during a visit to the World Expo in Shanghai.
Ahmadinejad Uses China Visit To Blast Sanctions RFE/RL 11 Jun 2010 -- Iranian President Mahmud Ahmadinejad sought to distance his host country China from the new UN sanctions as he visited Shanghai.
Iran Says Trial for US Hikers Could Start Soon VOA 11 Jun 2010 -- A top Iranian official says three U.S. hikers detained in Iran on suspicion of spying could go on trial soon.
Iranian Dissidents Urge UN to Act Against Iran VOA 11 Jun 2010 -- Iranian dissidents in exile are calling on the U.N. Human Rights Council to keep Iran on its watch list and take action against the country's gross violations of human rights.
Iran Opposition Leaders Call Off Plans For Mass Rally RFE/RL 11 Jun 2010 -- Iranian opposition leaders have canceled plans for a rally to mark the anniversary of last June's bitterly disputed presidential election on June 12.
The Myths And Realities Of New Media In Iran's Green Movement RFE/RL 11 Jun 2010 -- One year ago, Iran's “Twitter revolution" made headlines in the Western media. Yet in Iran itself, no Twitter revolution was taking place at all.
Iran Reacts With Anger, Threats to New UN Sanctions VOA 10 Jun 2010 -- Iran's top leaders mixed anger with threats, following Wednesday's United Nations Security Council vote imposing new sanctions on the Islamic Republic over its suspected nuclear program.
China Denies Reversal Over Iran Sanctions VOA 10 Jun 2010 -- China says it has not changed its mind in backing new sanctions over Iran. A Foreign Ministry official says that Beijing's vote to punish Tehran over its nuclear program does not mean the door has been closed on negotiations.
Iranian Opposition Leaders Cancel June 12 Rally VOA 10 Jun 2010 -- Iranian opposition leaders have called off a rally intended to mark the June 12 anniversary of last year's disputed presidential election.
Turkey criticizes UN Security Council over Iran sanctions IRNA 10 Jun 2010 -- Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Thursday lashed out at the UN Security Council over imposing new sanctions on Iran in connection with its nuclear program.
Imposition of sanctions political attitude toward Iran's goodwill IRNA 10 Jun 2010 -- Foreign Ministry Spokesman Ramin Mehman-Parast on Thursday cited the imposition of new sanctions on Iran as West's political attitude toward Tehran’s goodwill.
Spokesman condemns West's double standard approach IRNA 10 Jun 2010 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Ramin Mehman-Parast on Thursday denounced the double-standard approach of the West, stressing that such an approach is not correct.
Spokesman lauds stands of Turkey, Brazil, Lebanon on SC resolution IRNA 10 Jun 2010 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Ramin Mehman-Parast on Thursday appreciated stands taken by Turkey, Brazil and Lebanon regarding the UN Security Council’s anti-Iran resolution.
Ratifying new anti-Iran resolution Security Council’s historic mistake IRNA 10 Jun 2010 -- Iran’s ambassador and permanent representative to UN said here Wednesday ratification of new UN anti-Iranian resolution was a historic mistake of Security Council.
Iran receives Vienna Group’s response on fuel swap deal proposal IRNA 10 Jun 2010 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman said here Wednesday following announcement of Iran’s readiness for fuel swap Vienna Group members reflected their response to Iran’s envoy at IAEA through its chief Wednesday.
President Ahmadinejad: These resolutions of no value for Iranian nation IRNA 10 Jun 2010 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said here Wednesday these resolutions are of no value for the Iranian nation.
Mottaki: Passing resolution a reactionary move IRNA 10 Jun 2010 -- Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said here Wednesday passing another UN Security Council resolution against Tehran was a reactionary move.
Security Council ratified another anti-Iranian resolution IRNA 10 Jun 2010 -- UN Security Council reigned by World War’s winning big 5, despite strong opposition of its non permanent members ratified another anti-Iranian resolution here Wednesday.
Reformists Cling To Islamic Republic Ideal As Khamenei Sounds The Death Knell RFE/RL 10 Jun 2010 -- Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini has been dead for more than two decades and the true nature of his beliefs are hotly disputed. But standing in Tehran's Imam Khomeini shrine, Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, had no doubts about his predecessor's revolutionary vision.
Israel hails new sanctions against Iran, but wants more action RIA Novosti 10 Jun 2010 -- Israel on Thursday welcomed a UN Security Council resolution on new sanctions against Iran and called for further steps to halt the Islamic Republic's nuclear program.
Russian missile contract unaffected by Iran sanctions - ministry RIA Novosti 10 Jun 2010 -- The delivery of Russian S-300 surface-to-air missile systems to Iran will not be affected by new UN sanctions against the Islamic Republic, a Foreign Ministry spokesman said on Thursday.
Russia, Iran to continue cooperation despite new sanctions - lawmaker RIA Novosti 10 Jun 2010 -- New sanctions on Iran will not affect Russia's energy or military cooperation with the Islamic Republic, a senior Russian lawmaker said on Thursday.
Iran May Revise Ties With IAEA VOA 10 Jun 2010 -- Iran says it is reviewing its relations with the United Nations nuclear watchdog agency after the U.N. Security Council imposed a fourth round of sanctions on Tehran because of its controversial nuclear program.
Israel Lobbied China to Support New UN Sanctions on Iran VOA 10 Jun 2010 -- In the months leading up to the U.N. Security Council's vote imposing new sanctions on Iran, Israel had been working to convince China, one of the council's permanent members, to vote for the measure. Israel argued that Tehran's nuclear program poses a threat to the oil supplies that Beijing needs to fuel its economy.
Iran Dismisses New UN Sanctions VOA 10 Jun 2010 -- Iran has dismissed new sanctions imposed by the U.N. Security Council to try to curb the country's controversial nuclear activities.
Russia Moves Ahead on Iranian Arms Contract VOA 10 Jun 2010 -- Russia's Foreign Ministry says a deal to deliver S-300 surface-to-air missiles to Iran is not affected by new U.N. sanctions against Tehran.
UN Security Council Adopts Tough New Round of Iran Sanctions VOA 09 Jun 2010 -- The U.N. Security Council has adopted a fourth round of tough new sanctions aimed at halting Iran's suspect nuclear program. The resolution was approved Wednesday with 12 countries voting for, two against and one abstention, reflecting some division among the 15-member council.
Russia threatens payback if Iran sanctions affect its interests RIA Novosti 09 Jun 2010 -- The Russian FM warned of retaliatory measures if new sanctions against Iran affected Russian companies or individuals.
Obama says UN Vote Unmistakable Message to Iran to Change Course VOA 09 Jun 2010 -- President Obama says vote imposing a fourth round of sanctions on Iran is an unmistakable signal to Iran's government.
Obama Applauds New U.N. Sanctions on Iran AFPS 09 Jun 2010 -- President Obama lauded the UN Security Council’s decision to impose new sanctions on Iran for violating its Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty obligations.
Ahmadinejad dismisses new UN sanctions against Iran RIA Novosti 09 Jun 2010 -- Iranian President Ahmadinejad: fresh UN sanctions against Tehran have no value.
Remarks by the President on United Nations Security Council Resolution on Iran Sanctions The White House 09 Jun 2010
Remarks on Iran by Secretary Clinton US Dept. of State 09 Jun 2010
Fact Sheet on the new UN Security Council Sanctions on Iran The White House 09 Jun 2010
Peaceful talks, not sanctions solution to Iran's nuclear issue - Putin RIA Novosti 09 Jun 2010 -- Russian PM Putin said peaceful talks, not sanctions, are the best way to resolve the dispute over Iran's nuclear program.
Sanctions And Iran's Achilles Heel RFE/RL 09 Jun 2010 -- The UN sanctions on Iran would be followed by a package of economic sanctions, expected to be confirmed in the US Congress by late June.
Citing Iran's failure to clarify nuclear ambitions, UN imposes additional sanctions UN News Centre 09 Jun 2010 -- The Security Council voted to impose a fourth round of United Nations sanctions against Iran.
UN Security Council Backs New Iran Sanctions RFE/RL 09 Jun 2010 -- The United Nations Security Council has approved a package of economic sanctions aimed at punishing Iran over its suspect nuclear program.
UN Security Council votes for new sanctions against Iran RIA Novosti 09 Jun 2010 -- The United Nations Security Council approved on Wednesday a new round of sanctions against Iran over its nuclear program.
UN Security Council Approves New Iran Sanctions VOA 09 Jun 2010 -- The United Nations Security Council has approved a fourth round of sanctions against Iran for its controversial nuclear program.
Iran faces tough sanctions as UN Security Council prepares to vote RIA Novosti 09 Jun 2010 -- The UN Security Council is expected to gather for a vote on a new set of sanctions against Iran, already described by leading diplomats as the most serious ever.
Germany stresses Tehran fuel deal "not off the table" IRNA 09 Jun 2010 -- The German government on Wednesday stressed that the Turkish-Brazilian nuclear fuel swap agreement with Iran was not "off the table."
Salehi: Vienna Group at odds with UNSC IRNA 09 Jun 2010 -- Head of Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization Salehi: Response of Vienna Group to Tehran Declaration is against the stands adopted by the United Nations Security Council.
U.S., France, Russia Respond To Iran Fuel Swap Deal RFE/RL 09 Jun 2010 -- The United States, France, and Russia have formally responded to a proposal for Iran to send some of its nuclear material to Turkey in return for atomic fuel.
3 countries effort to pass resolution against Iran big mistake IRNA 09 Jun 2010 -- Iran’s UN Ambassador: Western countries effort to approve a new resolution against Iran at Security Council would be a big mistake.
NAM underlines diplomacy and dialogue for solving Iran's nuclear issue IRNA 09 Jun 2010 -- Member states of Non-Aligned Movement underlined diplomacy and dialogue as only ways to solve Iran’s nuclear issue.
Soltaniyeh: Many defects can be seen in Amano's report on Iran IRNA 09 Jun 2010 -- Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Envoy to the IAEA Soltaniyeh: A lot of defects could be seen in IAEA Chief Yukia Amano's report on Iran nuclear program.
Iran summons Swiss ambassador IRNA 09 Jun 2010 -- Following publicity of documents related to abduction of Shahram Amiri, Swiss Ambassador to Tehran Livia Leu Agosti was summoned to Foreign Ministry.
Film on Amiri, proves existence of terrorism in US administration IRNA 09 Jun 2010 -- Senior parliamentarian: Documentary screened on the Iranian television is indication to the presence of terrorism in US administration.
70 MPs register to be dispatched to Gaza IRNA 09 Jun 2010 -- Member of Iranian Parliament’s Commission on National Security and Foreign Policies Bighash: Some 70 Majlis deputies have registered to be dispatched to Gaza.
Iran's Red Crescent Society to send aid ships to Gaza IRNA 09 Jun 2010 -- Director General of Public Relations of Iran’s Red Crescent Society announced Iran's first aid ship carrying humanitarian aid for Gaza people is to leave Iranian waters soon.
U.S. prosecutors charge six with Iranian satellite scheme RIA Novosti 09 Jun 2010 -- US prosecutors charged 6 people with a conspiracy to illegally provide Iran with satellite technologies.
Iranian president says rich nations drink too much water RIA Novosti 09 Jun 2010 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad on Wednesday accused developed countries of using too much water.
Ahmadinejad: Capitalism root cause of water shortage and pollution IRNA 09 Jun 2010 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Wednesday that materialistic views and capitalism are the root causes of water shortage and pollution around the world.
Gates: Nuclear Weapons Would Make Iran Less Secure AFPS 08 Jun 2010 -- If Iran were to succeed in acquiring nuclear weapons, the subsequent chain of events would make that country less secure.
US Defense Secretary Optimistic UN Will Pass New Iran Sanctions VOA 08 Jun 2010 -- US Defense Secretary Gates optimistic the UN Security Council will approve new sanctions against Iran.
Iran Sanctions Vote Culminates Months of Effort by US VOA 08 Jun 2010 -- President Obama is awaiting an expected UN Security Council vote that would impose a fourth round of multilateral sanctions on Iran.
UN Security Council to Vote Wednesday on New Round of Iran Sanctions VOA 08 Jun 2010 -- UN Security Council is expected to vote Wednesday morning on a fourth round of sanctions against Iran.
UN Security Council draft resolution on Iran fully agreed - diplomat RIA Novosti 08 Jun 2010 -- The UN Security Council members have fully agreed on a draft resolution presenting a new set of sanctions on Iran.
Ahmadinejad Says No Nuclear Talks If Sanctions Are Passed RFE/RL 08 Jun 2010 -- President Ahmadinejad has warned that Iran will cut off any talks about its nuclear program if the UN adopts new sanctions against it.
Iranian President Warns New Sanctions Could End Nuclear Talks VOA 08 Jun 2010 -- The Iranian president warns that new UN sanctions could mean the end of talks over the country's controversial nuclear program.
Talks cannot be in tandem with resolutions: President IRNA 08 Jun 2010 -- Visiting President Ahmadinejad of Iran: US could not think of adopting anti-Iran resolutions and trying to hold talks with the country simultaneously.
Mehman-Parast: Resolutions against Iran not effective IRNA 08 Jun 2010 -- Iran's FM spokesman Mehman-Parast: Issuing resolutions against Iran was an illogical and irrational behavior.
UN Sanctions Proposal Takes Aim At Iran's Shipping Industry RFE/RL 08 Jun 2010 -- As the UN Security Council prepares to debate placing new sanctions on Iran, it is becoming clearer that Iran's shipping industry will be one of the main targets.
Iran Sanctions Resolution Ready For UN Vote RFE/RL 08 Jun 2010 -- A UN resolution to impose fresh sanctions against Iran over its nuclear program is ready for vote by the UN Security Council.
UN Security Council Begins Consultations on Iran Sanctions VOA 08 Jun 2010 -- The U.N. Security Council has begun consultations on a possible fourth round of sanctions against Iran because of the country's controversial nuclear program.
President: Iran's nuclear activities, legal IRNA 08 Jun 2010 -- President Ahmadinejad: Nuclear activities of the Islamic Republic of Iran are considered as the country's legal right based on the justice and the global regulations.
Kazakh president: CICA backs Tehran Declaration IRNA 08 Jun 2010 -- President of Kazakhstan Nursultan Nazarbayev: CICA member states support the Tehran Declaration on Iran's peaceful nuclear program.
Putin set to discuss Iranian nuclear issue with Ahmadinejad RIA Novosti 08 Jun 2010 -- Russian PM Putin: May discuss the Iranian nuclear issue with President Ahmadinejad on the sidelines of a regional summit in Istanbul.
Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant to go into operation in August - Putin RIA Novosti 08 Jun 2010 -- The Bushehr nuclear plant in Iran will go into operation according to schedule in August.
Spokesman: Exchanging Amiri with arrested Americans improper issue IRNA 08 Jun 2010 -- Iran’s FM Spokesman Mehman-parast: Exchanging Shahram Amiri with 3 Americans was an improper suggestion.
Mystery Deepens Over Missing Iranian Scientist After Second YouTube Video Surfaces RFE/RL 08 Jun 2010 -- Video has deepened mystery over Amiri, an Iranian nuclear scientist who went missing about a year ago.
MP: Iran to sent parliamentary delegation, relief aid to Gaza IRNA 08 Jun 2010 -- Head of Iranian Parliament's Commission on National Security and Foreign Policies Boroujerdi: Iranian Majlis is ready to dispatch a parliamentary group along with humanitarian relief aid to people in Gaza.
Ahmadinejad: Attacking peace Flotilla step towards death for Israel and its masters IRNA 08 Jun 2010 -- IRI president: Attack against Gaza Peace Flotilla was a big step of that regime and its masters towards death and total annihilation.
Did Hassan Khomeini Punch Iran's Interior Minister In The Nose? RFE/RL 08 Jun 2010 -- The fallout continues from Friday's heckling of the grandson of Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini.
Iranian nuclear programme is 'special case,' says head of UN agency UN News Centre 07 Jun 2010 -- Potential military dimensions of Iran's nuclear programme make the country a 'special case' for the agency.
Iran is 'special case' for IAEA RIA Novosti 07 Jun 2010 -- The International Atomic Energy Agency head described Iran as "a special case" because of its suspected nuclear weapons program.
IAEA Chief: Iran's Nuclear Program is 'Special Case' VOA 07 Jun 2010 -- The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency says Iran is a "special case" for the agency's monitoring teams.
IAEA Meets On Iran As New Sanctions Loom RFE/RL 07 Jun 2010 -- The UN atomic watchdog is starting a week-long meeting in Vienna, with Iran's controversial nuclear program at the top of the agenda.
Iranian Authorities Prepare to Send Aid Ships to Gaza VOA 07 Jun 2010 -- Iran's Red Crescent Society will attempt to break the Israeli blockade on Gaza in the next few days.
Iranian Red Crescent to send 2 humanitarian aid ships to Gaza RIA Novosti 07 Jun 2010 -- The Iranian Red Crescent will send two ships carrying humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip at the end of the week.
Reformists Condemn Heckling Of Khomeini's Grandson RFE/RL 06 Jun 2010 -- Iran's reformists and opposition leader Mir Hossein Musavi have condemned Friday's heckling of the grandson of the founder of the Islamic republic as an organized move by hard-liners who are angry over Hassan Khomeini's support for leaders of the Green opposition movement.
Agreements on sanctions against Iran exist - Medvedev RIA Novosti 05 Jun 2010 -- International agreements on UN sanctions against Iran exist, although nobody wants their introduction, Russian President Dmitry Medvedev said on Saturday.
Khomeini Grandson Heckled As Khamenei, Ahmadinejad Warn Reformists RFE/RL 04 Jun 2010 -- Religious hard-liners shouted down the grandson of the late Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini at a state ceremony marking the 21st anniversary of the Iranian spiritual leader's death in protest at his support for Iran's reformist opposition.
Draft UN resolution on Iran almost complete - Lavrov RIA Novosti 04 Jun 2010 -- A draft UN resolution on Iran over its nuclear program, with amendments by nonpermanent Security Council members, is almost complete, the Russian foreign minister said on Friday.
Lavrov, Clinton discuss Iran nuclear issue - Russian Foreign Ministry RIA Novosti 04 Jun 2010 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has discussed with U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton a new UN Security Council resolution on Iran, the Russian Foreign Ministry said on Friday.
Iranian Leaders Blast Israel and US at Khomeini Memorial VOA 04 Jun 2010 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei marked the 21st anniversary of the death of Islamic Republic founder Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini Friday with sharp words for Israel and the U.S. The event appears to be a warning to Iran's opposition movement which plans to celebrate to commemorate last year's disputed presidential election.
Iranian President Sends Anniversary Warning VOA 04 Jun 2010 -- Iran's president is warning opponents not to stray from the path laid out by the founder of the Islamic Republic.
Iran’s Air Force to stage war games IRNA 03 Jun 2010 -- Deputy Commander of Iran's Air Forces said here on Thursday that the air force will stage war games in late July.
Soltaniyeh elaborates on IAEA justification-technical session on Iran IRNA 03 Jun 2010 -- IRI ambassador and permanent representative to international organizations here Wednesday evening elaborated on agency’s justification-technical session on Iran.
Iran continues uranium enrichment - Russia RIA Novosti 03 Jun 2010 -- Tehran has not stopped its uranium enrichment activities, a Russian Foreign Ministry spokesman said on Thursday.
UK changes goal-posts in dispute over Iran’s nuclear program IRNA 02 Jun 2010 -- The British government has welcomed Turkey and Brazil's efforts to secure a deal with Iran but insists that the resulting ground-breaking Tehran Declaration does not go far enough even though it was encouraged by the US.
Larijani: Tehran Declaration a test for West IRNA 02 Jun 2010 -- Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani said here Wednesday the May 17 Tehran Declaration is a test for western states.
Green Supporters Want West To Help Iranians Access Internet, Uncensored Information RFE/RL 02 Jun 2010 -- Human rights activists and supporters of the opposition Green Movement in Iran are increasing their calls on the United States and other countries to help Iranians access an unfiltered Internet by lifting sanctions and sharing key software and technology.
Iran: Sanctions Resolution Basis for Confrontation VOA 02 Jun 2010 -- Iran's foreign minister has warned that a move toward new international sanctions against his country is a basis for confrontation.
Amano stresses continuation of verification tests in Iran IRNA 01 Jun 2010 -- IAEA Secretary General Yukia Amano in his latest report on Iran stressed need for continuation of verification tests in Islamic Republic of Iran’s nuclear facilities.
Soltaniyeh: Agency approves peaceful nature of Iran’s nuclear program IRNA 01 Jun 2010 -- IRI Ambassador and permanent representative to IAEA said here Monday agency once again approved that there is no deviation from peaceful path in Iran’s nuclear programs.
Who Will Be Iran's Next President? RFE/RL 01 Jun 2010 -- The Iranian government and the opposition are each getting ready for the first anniversary of the country's disputed presidential vote. Yet there's already talk about the presidential election that should take place in three years -- and some names are floating around as possible future candidates.
Iran Six left with no choice but to impose sanctions - France RIA Novosti 01 Jun 2010 -- By repeatedly rejecting the offers of cooperation, Iran has left international mediators no choice but to impose further sanctions, a spokesman for the French foreign ministry said on Tuesday.

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