October 2010 - Iran Special Weapons News

Iran calls on G5+1 for more interaction in nuclear talks IRNA 31 Oct 2010 -- Foreign Ministry's spokesman Sunday suggested the Group 5+1 members to have 'more interaction' with Iran in order to reach a 'serious agreement' with the country on its nuclear issue.
Iran's navy checking every move in regional waters - commander IRNA 31 Oct 2010 -- Commander of the Iranian navy Admiral Habibollah Sayyari said Sunday that Iran was vigilantly monitoring every move in the regional waters.
Iranian Official Says Tehran Has Own Agenda for Nuclear Talks VOA 31 Oct 2010 -- After accepting a fresh Western proposal to resume nuclear talks in Vienna, Tehran appears to be disputing the agenda. A close aide to President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad says Iran has its own conditions for resuming the talks.
Iran: Expansion of atomic arsenals contradictory with powers slogans IRNA 30 Oct 2010 -- Iran permanent representative at the United Nations said that allocating billions of dollars for expansion of atomic arsenals by big powers is contradictory with their slogans.
Russia expects Iran to resume nuclear talks in mid-November RIA Novosti 30 Oct 2010 -- Russia expects Iran to resume talks with the group of six international mediators over its controversial nuclear program in mid-November, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Saturday.
German FM welcomes Iran's readiness to resume nuclear talks IRNA 29 Oct 2010 -- German FM Westerwelle welcomed Iran's readiness to resume talks aimed at resolving stalemate over Tehran's nuclear program.
EU: Iran Ready to Resume Nuclear Talks VOA 29 Oct 2010 -- The EU says Iran has agreed to resume talks over its controversial nuclear program after November 10.
Iran ready to resume talks on its nuclear program after November 10 - Ashton RIA Novosti 29 Oct 2010 -- Iran is ready to resume talks with the Iran Six on its controversial nuclear program after November 10.
Ashton: Iran has agreed to join talks on its nuclear program IRNA 29 Oct 2010 -- Iran has agreed in principle to join international talks on its nuclear program but has yet to agree on a date and location.
Iran welcomes return of 5+1 to talks IRNA 29 Oct 2010 -- Tehran welcomes the G5+1 return to negotiation table with Iran.
Petraeus: Iranian Payments to Afghan Government 'Disingenuous' VOA 29 Oct 2010 -- Top commander of U.S. and NATO forces in Afghanistan says Iran's cash payments to the Afghan government are "disingenuous."
US Reportedly Considering New Iran Nuclear Deal VOA 28 Oct 2010 -- The New York Times reports that the United States and its European allies are working on a new offer to Iran for a possible nuclear fuel swap.
Russia ready to discuss arms sales with Iran RIA Novosti 28 Oct 2010 -- Russia's state-run arms exporter Rosoboronexport said it was ready to discuss the delivery to Iran of arms that fall outside UN sanctions.
US: Hezbollah, Syria, Iran Threaten Lebanon's Stability VOA 28 Oct 2010 -- The US expressed its growing frustration with the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah and its patrons Iran and Syria.
Afghan Officials Say Woman Shot Dead By Iranian Forces RFE/RL 28 Oct 2010 -- Afghan officials in the southwestern Nimruz Province say Iranian border guard forces shot dead an Afghan woman who was trying to cross into Iran.
Iran's contributions to Afghanistan within Int'l commitments IRNA 28 Oct 2010 -- IRI Consul General in Jalalabad, Afghanistan: Iran's contributions to Afghan officials is restricted to international commitments in framework of Afghanistan's neighbors' assistance.
U.S. Sanctions 37 Companies Over Iran RFE/RL 28 Oct 2010 -- The United States has imposed sanctions on dozens of shipping companies in Europe over their alleged links to Iran's nuclear program.
Iran Says Two Charged With Spying For Israel RFE/RL 28 Oct 2010 -- Tehran's chief prosecutor says two Iranians have been charged with spying for Israel about Iran's nuclear program.
US Ready for New Talks with Iran on Nuclear Fuel VOA 27 Oct 2010 -- The Obama administration said that it is "interested" in new multilateral talks with Iran next month on a uranium-swap deal.
Clinton Downplays Iran Nuclear Start-Up RFE/RL 27 Oct 2010 -- Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has reiterated that the United States has no problem with Iran's Russian-built nuclear reactor at Bushehr.
Mottaki: Published documents by Wikileaks 'suspicious' IRNA 27 Oct 2010 -- Iran FM Mottaki said the publication of Wikileaks documents is "suspicious."
Iranian Officials Renew Warnings Over 'Soft War' RFE/RL 27 Oct 2010 -- To counter the "soft war" allegedly being waged against the Islamic republic, the Iranian authorities this week went to the front line.
Clinton: US Has No Problem with Bushehr VOA 26 Oct 2010 -- Secretary of State Hillary Clinton: US has no problem with Iran's Bushehr nuclear reactor because fuel will be returned after it is used.
UN Nuclear Chief Wants 'Concrete Steps' From Iran RFE/RL 26 Oct 2010 -- The head of the UN nuclear watchdog has urged Iran to take steps to ease international concerns about its disputed nuclear program.
Mottaki: Content of talks with Group 5+1 is under discussion IRNA 26 Oct 2010 -- FM Mottaki said that talks to determine venue, date and content of the negotiations with Group 5+1 is under discussion.
Bushehr to be connected to Iranian national grid in February 2011 RIA Novosti 26 Oct 2010 -- Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant will be connected to the national grid to produce electrical energy in February 2011.
Iran: Nuclear Power Plant To Produce Electricity Mid-February VOA 26 Oct 2010 -- The head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization: First nuclear power plant should produce electricity by mid-February.
Nuclear electricity to be generated within 3 months IRNA 26 Oct 2010 -- Nuclear electricity will be generated in Iran's first nuclear power plant in Bushehr within three months.
Iran Begins Loading Fuel into Core of Bushehr Nuclear Plant VOA 26 Oct 2010 -- Iranian media report workers have begun loading fuel into the core of the country's first nuclear power plant in the southern city of Bushehr.
Iran Begins Loading Fuel Into Bushehr Reactor RFE/RL 26 Oct 2010 -- Iran has begun loading fuel into the core of its nuclear reactor in the southern port of Bushehr.
Fuel injection operations start in Bushehr IRNA 26 Oct 2010 -- Fuel injection operations started in the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant Tuesday morning.
Iran set to load fuel in Bushehr nuclear reactor RIA Novosti 26 Oct 2010 -- Iran will start injecting fuel into the core of its first nuclear reactor at the Bushehr nuclear power plant on Tuesday.
Ashton and transition over answer diplomacy IRNA 26 Oct 2010 -- EU foreign policy chief Catherine Ashton is now in a state of 'transition over answer diplomacy' by not responding to the questions posed.
Mehmanparast: Iran's nuclear program progressing well IRNA 26 Oct 2010 -- FM spokesman Mehmanparast said Iran’s nuclear program was progressing well according to the fixed timetable.
Afghan 'Money Bags' Point To Wider Iranian Out-Reach Strategy Toward Neighbors RFE/RL 26 Oct 2010 -- To the uninitiated, the shady handover of a stash of cash in a plastic bag seems more akin to a Martin Scorsese movie than part of a diplomatic strategy.
Armenian Court Sentences Iranian Citizen RFE/RL 26 Oct 2010 -- A Yerevan court has sentenced an Iranian citizen to 10 years in jail and an Armenian accomplice to 12 years for spying for Azerbaijan.
EU Sanctions Could Shutter Iranian Gas Venture VOA 26 Oct 2010 -- Questions surround the future of a Scottish gas field jointly owned by Iran and energy giant BP because of European Union sanctions imposed on Iran.
MP: Nuclear fuel to be injected into Bushehr IRNA 25 Oct 2010 -- Chairman of the Majlis National Security and Foreign Policy Commission Boroujerdi: Nuclear fuel will be placed in the Bushehr nuclear reactor Tuesday.
Iran wins propaganda war over nuclear program IRNA 25 Oct 2010 -- Chairman of Majlis National Security and Foreign Policy Commission Boroujerdi: Iran won the great and unequal propaganda war with Group 5+1.
Iran Curtails Western Studies; Philosophy Day in Tehran Draws Criticism VOA 25 Oct 2010 -- The Iranian government says it will curtail the study of western traditions, including philosophy, being taught in Iran.
Afghan President Admits Receiving Money From Iran VOA 25 Oct 2010 -- Afghan President Hamid Karzai acknowledged Monday that his office receives large cash payments in what he called "bags of money" from Iran.
Karzai Says His Office Received 'Transparent' Cash Payments From Iran RFE/RL 25 Oct 2010 -- Afghan President Hamid Karzai has acknowledged that his chief of staff received cash payments from Iran.
Karzai admits receiving Iranian cash aid for Afghan reconstruction IRNA 25 Oct 2010 -- Afghan President Hamed Karzai confirmed Iran's financial contribution to Afghaninstan reconstruction.
Pakistani PM supports peaceful solution to Iran nuclear programme IRNA 23 Oct 2010 -- Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani said Friday that Pakistan supports a peaceful solution to the Iranian nuclear issue.
Iran asks for annihilation of atomic weapons as of Jan 1st 2011 IRNA 23 Oct 2010 -- Islamic Republic of Iran at Annual UN Disarmament Committee emphasized need for beginning full annihilation of atomic weapons around globe as of January 1st, 2011.
EU reaffirms readiness to resume Iran nuclear talks IRNA 23 Oct 2010 -- European Union foreign affairs supremo Catherine Ashton reiterated her readiness to resume talks with Iran over its nuclear program, German press reports said here Friday.
World Powers Renew Invitation to Iran to Restart Nuclear Talks VOA 22 Oct 2010 -- Six world powers are renewing efforts to get Iran to resume stalled talks about its disputed nuclear program, after not getting any formal response to an earlier invitation.
Russia expects talks with Iran to be successful - deputy foreign minister RIA Novosti 22 Oct 2010 -- Russia expects forthcoming talks with Iran to be successful, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said on Friday.
Pakistan backs Iran’s right to peaceful nuclear technology IRNA 21 Oct 2010 -- Pakistan supports Iran’s right to use nuclear technology for peaceful purposes, the Foreign Ministry said Thursday.
Supreme Leader: Iranian nation will confront enemies' hegemonism IRNA 20 Oct 2010 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei said on Wednesday that great Iranian nation will seriously deal with the enemies’ hegemonism.
Russia 'would welcome' Iranian decision to restart nuclear talks RIA Novosti 20 Oct 2010 -- Russia would welcome an Iranian decision to resume talks with the group of six international mediators over its nuclear program, a spokesman for the Foreign Ministry said on Wednesday.
Iran says US Hikers to Be Put on Trial November 6 VOA 20 Oct 2010 -- Iranian officials are indicating two American hikers imprisoned in Tehran for more than a year on espionage charges will be put on trial next month.
Chavez Meets Ahmadinejad in Tehran VOA 19 Oct 2010 -- Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez is meeting with Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad in talks aimed at furthering ties between the two U.S. adversaries.
FM spokesman: Iran’s policy to back Afghanistan’s legal government IRNA 19 Oct 2010 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast said Iran’s policy was to back the legal government of Afghanistan.
Enemies fail to divide Iranian authorities: Supreme Leader IRNA 19 Oct 2010 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said Tuesday that enemies of Iran have failed to divide Iranian authorities.
Iran advises G5+1 to refuse repeating past mistakes IRNA 19 Oct 2010 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast advised members of Group 5+1 Tuesday to stop repeating the past wrong positions during the next round of nuclear talks with Iran.
Russia, France, Germany to encourage Iranian cooperation RIA Novosti 19 Oct 2010 -- Russia, France and Germany plan to encourage Iran to begin full-fledged cooperation, Russian President Dmitry Medvedev said at talks in Deauville, France, on Tuesday.
Iran steps up uranium exploration - nuclear chief RIA Novosti 19 Oct 2010 -- Iran has stepped up uranium exploration in the central and southern regions of the country, the ISNA news agency said on Tuesday, citing Iran's nuclear chief.
Iran Supreme Leader Urges Iraqi Government To Overcome Deadlock RFE/RL 19 Oct 2010 -- despite finishing a close second in the March elections behind the Sunni-backed bloc of former prime minister Iyad Allawi.
US: Iran 'Meddling' in Iraq as Maliki Visits Tehran VOA 18 Oct 2010 -- The U.S. State Department on Monday expressed renewed concern about what it says is Iranian "meddling" in Iraqi politics as Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki visited Tehran. A State Department envoy, meanwhile, reaffirmed U.S. support for Lebanon's sovereignty, following a visit there by Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.
In Iran, Speculation Rife Over Supreme Leader's Rare Visit To Qom RFE/RL 18 Oct 2010 -- Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is making a rare official visit to Qom on October 19 amid speculation over the reasons for his visit.
Holbrooke: No Problem With Iran Presence at Afghan Meeting VOA 18 Oct 2010 -- Nearly 50 officials in the international contact group on Afghanistan have discussed progress towards transferring responsibility for security and development to the Afghan government. The one-day meeting in Rome was attended for the first time by a representative from Iran.
Commentary: The Unlikely Partnership Of Venezuela And Iran RFE/RL 18 Oct 2010 -- Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez is due to visit Tehran this week in the wake of visits to Russia, Belarus, and Ukraine. While Chavez unveiled a host of new deals while in Moscow, in Tehran the best that awaits him is reconfirmation of agreements that he signed previously with Iranian President Mahmud Ahmadinejad. That, of course, and a joint platform for launching yet another tirade against U.S. imperialism.
Iran, ready to participate in Iraq's reconstruction: VP IRNA 18 Oct 2010 -- First Vice-President Mohammad-Reza Rahimi here on Monday voiced Tehran’s readiness to participate in Iraqi reconstruction projects.
Iraqi PM Visits Iran to Bolster Candidacy VOA 18 Oct 2010 -- Iraq's outgoing Prime Minister Nouri al Maliki has been meeting with Iranian leaders in Tehran, after visits to both Jordan and Syria during the past week.
In Iran, Renewed Efforts To Keep University Students In Check RFE/RL 18 Oct 2010 -- Former university professor Saba Vafa and student activist Salman Sima are casualties of the Iranian state's campaign to purge universities of dissenting voices.
SNSC Secretary calls for bolstering ties between Iran, Iraq IRNA 16 Oct 2010 -- Secretary of Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Saeed Jalili, by referring to deep cultural and civilizational ties between Iran and Iraq, underlined bolstering relations between the two countries.
Najjar: Iran, Iraq to broaden mutual cooperation IRNA 16 Oct 2010 -- Interior Minister Mostafa Mohammad Najjar said on Saturday that the Islamic Republic of Iran and Iraq are keen on cooperation on campaign against drug trafficking as well as border security.
President announces Iran’s four preconditions for talks with 5+1 IRNA 17 Oct 2010 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad announced Iran’s four preconditions for talks with Group 5+1.
Iran ‘ready for talks’ if West comments on Israel’s nuclear capability RIA Novosti 17 Oct 2010 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Sunday that Tehran was ready to restart talks with world powers on its nuclear program in November in exchange for a statement on Israel’s atomic capability.
Ahmadinejad Welcomes New Nuclear Talks VOA 17 Oct 2010 -- Iran's president is welcoming a new round of talks with world powers on Tehran's nuclear program.
Outgoing Iraqi PM to Visit Iran to Bolster Candidacy VOA 16 Oct 2010 -- Iranian media report Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki will visit Iran Monday as he trys to shore up support from Iranian leaders for his bid for a second term in office. Mr. Maliki visited Syria this past week for similar reasons, according to analysts.
Thousands Cheer Ahmadinejad in South Lebanon VOA 15 Oct 2010 -- On Lebanon's southern border with Israel on Thursday, Iranian President Mahamoud Ahmadinejad spoke to tens of thousands of supporters in a town that was badly damaged during Israel's 2006 war with Hezbollah.
Jalili: G5+1 should set aside costly, futile strategy IRNA 15 Oct 2010 -- Iran's top nuclear negotiator Saeed Jalili says the G5+1 should set aside the 'vain and costly' two-way strategy.
Mottaki welcomes EU's readiness to resume talks with Iran IRNA 15 Oct 2010 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki welcomed the European Union's readiness to resume talks over Tehran's nuclear program, the German press agency dpa reported in Brussels on Friday.
Minister says detained Americans should wait for trial IRNA 15 Oct 2010 -- Minister of Intelligence Hojjatoleslam Heidar Moslehi says the two Americans charged of spying should wait for trial and court ruling.
Iranian Money Amplifies Influence in Lebanon VOA 14 Oct 2010 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's rousing welcome to Lebanon underscores how larges sums of Iranian money have boosted Tehran's influence in the Lebanese political arena.
Ahmadinejad Visits Border Area With Israel On Alert RFE/RL 14 Oct 2010 -- Iranian President Mahmud Ahmadinejad has appeared for the most sensitive part of his two-day tour of Lebanon with a visit to the tense border region with Israel.
Ahmadinejad Calls for Israel's Destruction in Speech to Hezbollah VOA 14 Oct 2010 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad spoke at a Beirut rally, on Wednesday, that drew tens of thousands of cheering fans. He joined Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in calling for a strong Lebanese-Iranian alliance and the destruction of Israel.
Leading Iranian Reformist Party Member Arrested RFE/RL 14 Oct 2010 -- the Islamic Iran Participation Front and Mujahedin of the Islamic Revolution -- have been banned by a court and can no longer continue their political activities.
Ahmadinejad Addresses Hezbollah Rally in Lebanon VOA 13 Oct 2010 -- Tens of thousands of people gathered at a soccer field in southern Beirut, Wednesday, as Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad addressed a rally for the militant group Hezbollah.
President Ahmadinejad officially welcomed by Lebanese counterpart IRNA 13 Oct 2010 -- Iran’s President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad was accorded an official welcome by his Lebanese counterpart Michel Suleiman Wednesday in Beirut.
Ahmadinejad: Lebanon, center of resistance against expansionist powers IRNA 13 Oct 2010 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said Lebanon was today a center for resistance and confronting excess-seeking powers.
Iran President: Lebanon has changed power equations in Mideast IRNA 13 Oct 2010 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Wednesday that Lebanon has changed the balance of power to the detriment of the enemies in the Middle East.
Ahmadinejad Gets Hero's Welcome In Lebanon, As Israel, West Watch With Suspicion RFE/RL 13 Oct 2010 -- Iran's president, Mahmud Ahmadinejad, has arrived in Lebanon to a hero's welcome and blaze of fanfare that belied the country's rising intercommunal tensions and Western misgivings about his visit.
Ahmadinejad Praises Lebanon for 'Resistance' to Israel VOA 13 Oct 2010 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad praised Lebanon for what he called its "resistance" to Israel after thousands of Lebanese lined the streets of Beirut to welcome his arrival Wednesday.
Defense Minister says his visit to Baku was 'successful' IRNA 13 Oct 2010 -- Iran’s Defense Minister Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi, at the end of his 2-day visit to Azerbaijan Republic on Tuesday afternoon, described his visit 'successful'.
Death Toll Put At 18 In Blast At Iran Revolutionary Guards Base RFE/RL 13 Oct 2010 -- Iranian media say 18 people were killed and 14 others wounded in an explosion at a military base in the country's western Lorestan Province.
Bushehr nuclear plant to receive additional Russian staff RIA Novosti 13 Oct 2010 -- The number of Russian specialists working at the construction of the Bushehr nuclear plant in Iran will be increased by 100 in the near future, the ISNA news agency reported on Wednesday.
Five arrested in Tehran on espionage charges IRNA 13 Oct 2010 -- Five persons were arrested on espionage charges in the Iranian capital, Tehran's Prosecutor of the Public and Revolution Court Abbas Ja'fari-Dolatabadi said Wednesday.
Jalali: Fuel to be injected to Bushehr power plant next month IRNA 12 Oct 2010 -- Spokesman for Parliament's National Security and Foreign Policy Commission Kazem Jalali said on Tuesday that fuel is to be injected to the heart of Bushehr power plant next month.
FM spokesman: Iran, 5+1 talks late October or early November IRNA 12 Oct 2010 -- Foreign Ministry Spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast said Iran has decided on late October or early November as the time for talks with 5+1.
Regional security should be provided by regional states: Vahidi IRNA 12 Oct 2010 -- Regional security should be provided by regional states, Minister of Defense Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi said Tuesday noting that presence of foreign forces would not be in favor of regional countries.
Common points of Iran, G5+1 proposals should be put on table - Iran IRNA 12 Oct 2010 -- Iran suggested to Western states Tuesday to take into consideration all common points mentioned in the separate proposed packages of Iran and the 5+1 Group about Tehran's peaceful nuclear program.
Iran's Supreme Leader Targets University VOA 12 Oct 2010 -- Iran's leader has declared the financial endowment of the country's largest private university to be religiously illegitimate and unlawful, paving the way for a state takeover of an institution that had become a power center for the nation's moderate reform movement.
Iran Accuses Foreigners of 'Anti-revolutionary' Ties VOA 12 Oct 2010 -- Iran says it suspects two foreigners who were arrested as they were interviewing the son of a woman sentenced to death by stoning have links to foreign anti-government groups.
Russia loses money, reputation over S-300 sale ban - expert RIA Novosti 12 Oct 2010 -- By banning the sale of S-300 air defense missile systems to Tehran, Moscow will lose not only money, but face, a representative of Russia’s military-industrial complex said on Tuesday.
Iran, Azerbaijan hold first round of defense talks in Baku IRNA 11 Oct 2010 -- The Iranian and Azeri defense ministers held the first round of their talks here Monday morning.
Iranian Defense Minister In Baku For Security Talks RFE/RL 11 Oct 2010 -- Iranian Defense Minister Ahmad Vahidi arrived today in Baku on a two-day visit to discuss expanding bilateral military cooperation and regional security, RFE/RL's Azerbaijani Service reports.
MP urges Russia to deliver S-300 systems to Iran as already agreed IRNA 10 Oct 2010 -- Senior member of the Iranian Parliament (Majlis) said Sunday that Russia should reconsider its behavior and deliver the S-300 systems to Iran based on an agreement balready reached etween the two countries.
Official: West sanctions have no effects on Iran’s exchanges IRNA 10 Oct 2010 -- Deputy Foreign Minister in Asia and Pacific Affairs said that imposing sanctions by the west have had no effects on Iran’s exchange with other countries.
Iran Confirms Espionage At Its Nuclear Facilities RFE/RL 10 Oct 2010 -- Iran has confirmed that it has faced espionage at some of its nuclear facilities.
Army commander: Enemies afraid of Iran’s military might IRNA 09 Oct 2010 -- Commander of the Army Ground Forces Brigadier General Ahmad Reza Pourdastan said on Saturday that vigilant Iranian nation and armed forces under wise leadership of Supreme Leader have deterred enemies from taking any illogical action against the country.
Iran Says October, November Good Time for Nuclear Talks VOA 09 Oct 2010 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki says late October or early November would be a good time to hold talks with world powers about Tehran's controversial nuclear program.
Iran rejects claim of transfer of 19 tons of explosives to Afghan Nemroz Prov. IRNA 08 Oct 2010 -- Iran's Embassy to Kabul on Friday dismissed reports that 19 tons of explosives were transferred to Nemroz Province customs office southwest of Afghanistan through Iran.
Amano stresses 'int'l diplomacy' key to resolving Iran nuclear issue IRNA 08 Oct 2010 -- Head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Yukiya Amano here on Friday emphasized 'international diplomacy' was key to resolving the ongoing impasse over Iran's nuclear program.
Russia to return $166.8 million prepayment to Iran for S-300 missile defense system RIA Novosti 07 Oct 2010 -- Russia owes Tehran only the prepayment of $166.8 million for S-300 air defense missile systems, Rostekhnologii head Sergei Chemezov said on Thursday.
Russia to Refund Iran for Canceled Missile Deal VOA 07 Oct 2010 -- Russian officials say the country plans to reimburse Iran, after Moscow canceled the sale of an air defense missile system to Tehran. The announcement comes as the Russian president is on a one-day state visit to Cyprus.
Iran President: World in dire need of new order IRNA 06 Oct 2010 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Wednesday that world is in dire need of new order and management based on justice, humanitarian spirit and respect.
Iranian President Downplays Turmoil On Foreign Exchange Market RFE/RL 06 Oct 2010 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmedinejad says Iran's foreign currency reserves have recently reached a level unprecedented in the country's history, RFE/RL's Radio Farda reports.
Iran says still discussing missile system deal with Russia RIA Novosti 06 Oct 2010 -- Tehran is still negotiating the purchase of S-300 air defense missile systems with Moscow, the Iranian defense minster said on Wednesday.
Iran Opposition Calls for Referendum on Ahmadinejad VOA 06 Oct 2010 -- Iranian opposition leader Mir Hossein Mousavi has called for a referendum on what he calls the "destructive" policies of President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.
Salehi: Bushehr nuclear power plant to come on stream by December IRNA 05 Oct 2010 -- Head of Iran's Atomic Energy Agency Ali Akbar Salehi said on Tuesday that Bushehr nuclear power plant is to come on stream by the second half of December.
Retaliate US move against 8 Iranian officials, MPs urge FM IRNA 05 Oct 2010 -- A specialized commission in the Iranian Parliament (Majlis) asked the Foreign Ministry Tuesday to 'retaliate' the US recent move against the eight Iranian officials.
Electricity to be generated by Bushehr power plant in due time IRNA 05 Oct 2010 -- The Bushehr nuclear power plant would start generating electricity according to the previous schedule, Foreign Ministry spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast said Tuesday.
Iran, always ready for talks: FM spokesman IRNA 05 Oct 2010 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast said here on Tuesday that Tehran has always been ready for talks.
Fuel to be loaded into Bushehr power plant upon schedule IRNA 05 Oct 2010 -- The process of loading nuclear fuel into Iran's Bushehr power plant would be followed based on the schedule, an official with Russia's nuclear building company said Tuesday.
Iranian Defense Minister To Visit Azerbaijan RFE/RL 05 Oct 2010 -- Iranian Defense Minister Major General Ahmad Vahidi will visit Azerbaijan next week at the invitation of his Azerbaijani counterpart, Colonel General Safar Abiyev, RFE/RL's Azerbaijani Service reports.
West's mind games will not stop nuclear plant - Iran RIA Novosti 05 Oct 2010 -- The Iranian nuclear plant Bushehr will start generating power by late December as scheduled, despite the West's "psychological warfare," Iran's Foreign Ministry said on Tuesday.
First fuel to be loaded into Iranian nuclear plant later this month RIA Novosti 05 Oct 2010 -- Iran will begin loading fuel into the Bushehr nuclear power station later in October, Russian contractor Atomstroiexport said on Tuesday.
Iran: West Trying 'Psychological Warfare' to Stop Nuclear Activities VOA 05 Oct 2010 -- Iran's foreign ministry spokesman says reports that a sophisticated computer worm had infected the country's Bushehr power plant are part of "psychological warfare" from Western nations intent on stopping Iran's nuclear program.
Ahmadinejad turns down Obama's anti-Iran claims IRNA 04 Oct 2010 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad here on Sunday dismissed the US President Barack Obama's recent 'sub-standard' anti-Iran claims in interviews with the British media.
Salehi: Main fuel transfer slated for mid Oct. IRNA 04 Oct 2010 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran, Ali-Akbar Salehi said here on Sunday that Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant's main fuel will be transferred to heart of the reactor by almost mid October.
Iran's Currency Slumps Against Dollar Amid Renewed Economic Concerns RFE/RL 04 Oct 2010 -- Doubts about Iran's long-term economic prospects have intensified amid a slump in the value of the national currency, the rial, against the U.S. dollar.
US sanctions on Iranian officials, interference in internal affairs IRNA 03 Oct 2010 -- Interior Minister Mostafa Mohammad Najjar said on Sunday that the US sanctions on Iranian officials reveal desperation of the US officials and interference in Iranian internal affairs.
Judiciary chief: Ban on Iranian officials sign of US desperation IRNA 03 Oct 2010 -- Iran's judiciary chief Ayatollah Sadeq Larijani said on Sunday that irrational behavior such as imposing ban on Iranian officials are sign of US desperation in dealing with brave resistance of the Iranian nation and officials.
Speaker condemns US move to close accounts of Iranian officials IRNA 03 Oct 2010 -- Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani here on Sunday criticized the recent move by the US administration to close accounts of several Iranian officials and to deny entry visa to them.
Iran detains suspected 'nuclear spies' - media RIA Novosti 03 Oct 2010 -- Iran has detained several people on suspicion of spying over the country's nuclear facilities, Iranian media said citing Intelligence Minister Heydar Moslehi.
Syria's Leader In Iran To Firm Ties RFE/RL 02 Oct 2010 -- Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has arrived for an official visit to Iran, where he reportedly wants to reassure Tehran that its alliance with Damascus remains firm despite Syria's improved relations with the United States.
MP: Next Iran-G5+1 talks to be held with new arrangement IRNA 02 Oct 2010 -- The new round of nuclear talks between Iran and Group 5+1 is to be held with a new arrangement and new countries are to be included, a senior Iranian MP said Saturday.
Iran Minister Claims Arrest Of 'Nuclear Spies,' Cyber Preparedness RFE/RL 02 Oct 2010 -- Iranian state media quote Intelligence Minister Heydar Moslehi as saying that authorities there have arrested a number of "nuclear spies" and warning that Tehran can counter any cyber attacks.
Iran Arrests 'Spies,' Fights Cyber Attack VOA 02 Oct 2010 -- Iran's intelligence minister says authorities have arrested what he calls several "nuclear spies."
Iran Summons Envoy to Protest US Sanctions VOA 01 Oct 2010 -- Iran has summoned the Swiss ambassador in Tehran to protest U.S. sanctions imposed on eight Iranian officials.
Iran summons Swiss envoy to protest US move IRNA 01 Oct 2010 -- Foreign Ministry summoned the Swiss Ambassador to Iran Livia Leu Agosti to declare Iran's protest to US restrictions on the eight Iranian officials.
Iran Calls US Sanctions an Interference VOA 01 Oct 2010 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry has accused the United States of interfering in Iranian affairs, in response to a new set of U.S. sanctions.
Iran hits out at U.S. 'interference' in domestic affairs RIA Novosti 01 Oct 2010 -- New US sanctions against senior Iranian officials over alleged human rights abuses will further increase tensions.
Mehmanparast: US recent move is clear interference in Iran's affairs IRNA 01 Oct 2010 -- FM spokesman Mehmanparast: Measure by the US to pose restrictions on eight Iranian officials is a clear sign of interference in Iran internal affairs.
Major European Energy Firms Cutting Iran Ties RFE/RL 01 Oct 2010 -- Washington says four major European oil companies have agreed to abandon their business ties with Iran to avoid being hit with U.S. sanctions.
Obama Meets Freed U.S. Hiker RFE/RL 01 Oct 2010 -- US President Obama has met at the White House with Sarah Shourd, the American hiker who was freed by Iran two weeks ago after being imprisoned in Tehran for more than one year.
Obama Meets with Hiker Freed from Iran VOA 01 Oct 2010 -- U.S. President Barack Obama met Thursday with the American hiker recently freed by Iran and the mothers of her two friends still being detained in Tehran.

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