November 2010 - Iran Special Weapons News

Iran not to give up nuclear rights in upcoming talks: President IRNA 30 Nov 2010 -- President Ahmadinejad stressed that during the next round of talks with western states Iran would not withdraw from its nuclear rights.
Iran Agrees To Talks On Nuclear Plans RFE/RL 30 Nov 2010 -- EU officials say Iran has agreed to a new round of talks in Geneva on December 6 and 7 with world powers on its controversial nuclear program.
EU: Iran Agrees to Talks on Nuclear Program VOA 30 Nov 2010 -- The European Union says Iran has agreed to discuss its nuclear program at a meeting next week in Geneva.
Iran, G5+1 to resume talks on December 6 IRNA 30 Nov 2010 -- The chief of staff of Supreme National Security Council secretary said Iran has sent a letter to EU Foreign Policy Chief Catherine Ashton to voice Iran’s readiness to resume talks.
U.S. Treasury Announces Sanctions Against 10 Businesses Linked To Iran RFE/RL 30 Nov 2010 -- The U.S. Treasury Department has announced it is imposing sanctions on 10 businesses in Europe and Asia that are allegedly linked to Iran.
Iran admits cyber attack on its uranium enrichment facilities RIA Novosti 30 Nov 2010 -- Iranian President Ahmadinejad admitted that a cyber attack created problems for some of Iran's uranium enrichment centrifuges.
Tensions High on Anniversary of Iran-UAE Islands Row VOA 30 Nov 2010 -- An ongoing territorial dispute between Iran and the United Arab Emirates over three strategic islands in the Persian Gulf is nearing the four-decade mark.
FM spokesman condemns West's support for terrorist groups IRNA 30 Nov 2010 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast here on Tuesday condemned support of the Western countries for terrorist groups.
Mehmanparast: Enemies showed teeth and nails IRNA 30 Nov 2010 -- IRI Foreign Ministry spokesman said sworn enemies of sacred IRI system are showing teeth and nails by martyring elite scientists.
Terrorists carry out UN resolutions, disgrace for Security Council IRNA 30 Nov 2010 -- Iran decried the disgrace for the United Nations Security Council for assassination of Iranian scientist singled out in the world body's resolution.
Top Armenian Officials Decline Comment On 'Arms Supplies' To Iran Allegations RFE/RL 30 Nov 2010 -- The Armenian President's Office and Foreign Ministry have declined to comment on reports that the United States accused Armenia of re-exporting weapons to neighboring Iran.
WikiLeaks Cables Suggest Arab Fears Over Iran Mirror Israel's RFE/RL 29 Nov 2010 -- In urging the United States to "cut off the head of the snake" and "put an end to [Iran's] nuclear program," the Middle Eastern head of state was not telling Washington policymakers anything they had not heard before from a staunch but threatened ally in one of the world's most volatile regions.
Navy Force unveils aerial radar IRNA 29 Nov 2010 -- Iran's Navy unveiled an aerial radar titled 'Project of the Era' in a ceremony attended by the commanders of the force.
Iranian university scholar assassinated IRNA 29 Nov 2010 -- An Iranian university professor was assassinated Monday morning with another one injured in a separate bomb attack.
Ahmadinejad Admits Centrifuges Hit By Software Problem RFE/RL 29 Nov 2010 -- President Mahmud Ahmadinejad has said that "several" of Iran's uranium-enrichment centrifuges were damaged by "software installed in electronic equipment."
Iran Blames Israel, US in Death of Nuclear Scientist VOA 29 Nov 2010 -- Iranian officials are blaming Israeli and U.S. spy agencies for two separate bomb attacks in Tehran Monday that killed a prominent nuclear scientist and wounded another.
Lebanese PM's Iran Visit Focuses on Hariri Assassination VOA 28 Nov 2010 -- Lebanese Prime Minister Saad Hariri met with top Iranian officials Sunday during a three day visit to Tehran in what the Arab press is billing as a fence-mending trip. The trip comes as a special U.N. tribunal prepares to release its findings into the 2005 assassination on his father, former Prime Minster Rafik Hariri.
Supreme Leader lauds preparedness of Navy IRNA 28 Nov 2010 -- Supreme Leader of Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei here on Sunday instructed the Islamic Republic Navy to focus on talents and innovations in order to guarantee its future.
Iran: Bushehr Nuclear Reactor Fully Loaded VOA 27 Nov 2010 -- Iran's nuclear chief says the country's first nuclear reactor is fully loaded and could be operational within months.
EU to Ask US to Lift 'Terrorist' Label on Iranian Exile Group VOA 26 Nov 2010 -- The European Union's parliament is stepping up efforts to persuade the U.S. to remove the People's Mujahedeen Organization of Iran from its list of terrorist organizations.
Soltanieh: IAEA mulls its Iran, Syria reports IRNA 26 Nov 2010 -- Iran’s permanent IAEA envoy Ali-Asghar Soltanieh said here that the IAEA held a session on Thursday to provide technical justifications on its two Iran and Syria reports.
Supreme Leader hails undeniable role of Basij IRNA 25 Nov 2010 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Ali Khamenei praised Thursday the unique and undeniable role of Basij (Volunteer Forces).
Majlis speaker: Enemy cannot penetrate Iran IRNA 25 Nov 2010 -- Speaker of the Iranian Parliament (Majlis) Ali Larijani said Thursday that enemies cannot penetrate Iran as Iranians are a united nation.
Iranian Students, Activists Condemn Planned Changes To Social Sciences RFE/RL 25 Nov 2010 -- Plans are afoot in Iran to bring the social sciences into line with Islamic teachings, leaving students like Sam worried.
Envoy stresses peaceful nature of Iran’s nuclear activities IRNA 24 Nov 2010 -- Iran’s permanent representative to International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Ali Asghar Soltanieh, once again, stressed the peaceful nature of Iran’s nuclear activities.
Iran Dealt Losing Hand In Gambia Gambit RFE/RL 24 Nov 2010 -- As enemies go, it is hardly in the realm of the Great Satan. Yet the tiny West African republic of Gambia has just added its name to an exclusive club whose other members have more obvious reasons for enmity toward Tehran.
IAEA report proves peaceful nature of Teheran's nuclear activities RIA Novosti 24 Nov 2010 -- A report released on Tuesday by the International Atomic Energy Agency proves the peaceful nature of Teheran's nuclear activities, the IRNA news agency cited the country's permanent representative to the IAEA as saying.
GOV/2010/62: 23 November 2010 - Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement and relevant provisions of Security Council resolutions in the Islamic Republic of Iran IAEA 23 Nov 2010
AEOI head says talks with media after talks with G5+1 IRNA 23 Nov 2010 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Ali-Akbar Salehi said here on Tuesday that he will hold a press briefing with media correspondents and reporters on the nuclear issues after talks with the Group 5+1 to be held in two weeks' time.
Salehi rejects rumors of Iran halting uranium enrichment IRNA 23 Nov 2010 -- Head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization Ali-Akbar Salehi rejected rumours that Iran has halted its uranium enrichment activities.
Jalili: Acknowledging Iran’s nuclear rights prerequisite for talks IRNA 23 Nov 2010 -- Secretary of IRI Supreme National Security Center said here Monday Iran’s national and regional capacities are undeniable and acknowledging Iranian nation’s rights is prerequisite for any talks on int’l issues.
Iran to produce own nuclear fuel by 2011 - nuclear chief RIA Novosti 23 Nov 2010 -- Iran plans to produce nuclear reactor fuel for its research reactor in Tehran by September 2011, Iranian media quoted the country's nuclear chief as saying on Tuesday.
Iran installs reactor cap at Bushehr NPP RIA Novosti 23 Nov 2010 -- The reactor cap has been placed on the core of Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant, the ISNA news agency said on Tuesday citing the country's atomic energy chief.
UN human rights chief concerned at Iran’s 'crackdown' on activists UN News Centre 23 Nov 2010 -- The United Nations human rights chief today voiced concern about the fate of human rights defenders in Iran, whose situation she says is becoming increasingly difficult.
Iran Sets February Trial Date for US Hikers VOA 22 Nov 2010 -- The lawyer for three U.S. citizens facing espionage charges in Iran says a new trial date has been set for February 6, but the judge has refused to allow him to meet with his clients to prepare a defense.
Nations Should Be Cautious in Dealings With Iran, Gates Says AFPS 21 Nov 2010 -- Though sovereign nations can have relationships with any other nations they choose, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said here today, countries that choose to have a relationship with Iran should do so carefully, in light of its track record of ignoring U.N. Security Council Resolutions.
Iran’s S200 successfully test-fired IRNA 20 Nov 2010 -- An unmanned plane was hit and destroyed by Iran's home-made S200 missile Saturday morning, a top military official announced.
FM reacts to efforts of certain countries to issue anti-Iran resolution IRNA 20 Nov 2010 -- Iran’s Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki reacted to the efforts on the parts of certain countries to have an anti-Iran resolution in the United Nations Human Rights Council.
Iran test-fires new air-defense missile RIA Novosti 20 Nov 2010 -- Iran has successfully test-fired a domestically designed air-defense system that has the same capabilities as the Russian-made S-300, a top Iranian military official said on Saturday.
Moscow hopes Iran Six resume talks in December RIA Novosti 19 Nov 2010 -- Moscow hopes the Iran Six group of mediators will resume talks in early December.
Europe's rational approach can end nuclear stalemate IRNA 19 Nov 2010 -- The Chairman National Security Committee of Majlis Boroujerdi urged Europe to have a rational approach over Iran's nuclear policy.
Ahani: Using nuclear arms is sign of weakness, arrogance IRNA 19 Nov 2010 -- Iran’s Deputy FM for Europe Affairs Ali Ahani says using nuclear arms or threatening to use them is sign of arrogance and weakness.
Iran Claims System to Defend Against Missile Attack VOA 19 Nov 2010 -- A top Iranian military official says the country is now one of the few places in the world to be equipped with an anti-cruise missile defense system.
Mock enemy's 10 aircraft successfully targeted IRNA 19 Nov 2010 -- Iranian anti-cruise networks on Friday successfully targeted and demolished more than 10 unmanned aircraft of hypothetical enemy.
Rapier, FM80 missiles successfully fired IRNA 19 Nov 2010 -- Iran successfully fired Rapier and FM80 missiles on Friday, said spokesman of the massive nationwide air drill of 'Modafean Aseman Velayat 3', [Defenders of the Sky of Velayat 3].
Human rights dominate Ban's talks with Iranian official UN News Centre 19 Nov 2010 -- Secretary-General Ban discussed a range of human rights issues with the head of Iran's High Council for Human Rights.
Mehmanparast: US is major violator of religious rights IRNA 19 Nov 2010 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast on Friday denounced the US abusing religion, calling the country as major violator of religious rights.
UN Committee Accuses Iran On Rights Violations RFE/RL 19 Nov 2010 -- A committee of the United Nations General Assembly has accused Iran of serious human rights violations.
Statement by National Security Council Spokesman Mike Hammer on the Passage of a UN Resolution on Iran's Human Rights Violations The White House 18 Nov 2010
UN General Assembly Committee Condemns Rights Abuses in Iran VOA 18 Nov 2010 -- The UN GA committee that deals with human rights issues has adopted a resolution condemning abuses in Iran.
Iran President: Era of bullying, sanction is over IRNA 18 Nov 2010 -- President Ahmadinejad said that the era of bullying and imposing sanctions is now over and Iran can meet its requirements independently.
Russian, Iranian Presidents Meet Amid Rift RFE/RL 18 Nov 2010 -- The presidents of Russia and Iran have met in the Azerbaijani capital, Baku, hoping to mend a breakdown in relations.
Ahmadinejad: Sanctions Won't Affect Iranian People VOA 18 Nov 2010 -- Iranian President Ahmadinejad said Thursday world powers should stop trying to pressure Iran with sanctions over its nuclear program.
Iran's nuclear program no bar to gas cooperation with EU RIA Novosti 18 Nov 2010 -- Iran's nuclear program should not impede the Islamic republic's gas cooperation with the European Union.
NATO has no future, poses no threat to Iran - President Ahmadinejad RIA Novosti 18 Nov 2010 -- The possible deployment of elements of a NATO missile defense system in Turkey poses no threat to Iran.
Iran's domestic air defense system is upgraded version of S-200 - media RIA Novosti 18 Nov 2010 -- Iran's domestic air defense system reported to be an analogue of the Russian S-300 is a mere upgraded version of the obsolete Soviet-made S-200.
Iranian Security Agents 'Forbid Commemoration' Of Dissidents' Murder RFE/RL 18 Nov 2010 -- The daughter of assassinated Iranian dissidents has been prevented from marking the anniversary of their death.
U.S. 'Troubled' By Lack Of Religious Freedom Around The World RFE/RL 18 Nov 2010 -- The US State Department says it is "troubled" by the lack of religious freedom in many places throughout the world.
Ahmadinejad Calls Stoning Sentence Backlash Unfair VOA 18 Nov 2010 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has criticized the outcry about the case of an Iranian woman sentenced to die by stoning.
Exiled Iranian Lawyer Criticizes Regime RFE/RL 18 Nov 2010 -- Iranian lawyer Mohammad Mostafaei, who has been granted political asylum in Norway, has written to Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei criticizing the regime.
Iranian Cyber Army Hacks Website Of Farsi1 RFE/RL 18 Nov 2010 -- On November 17, a group calling itself the Iranian Cyber Army reportedly hacked the website of the popular satellite channel Farsi1.
Top US, Israeli Military Leaders Meet Amid Iran Controversy VOA 17 Nov 2010 -- The top U.S. and Israeli military officers met amid some disagreement among senior leaders of the two countries on how best to pressure Iran to abandon its alleged nuclear weapons program.
Iran calls for global dismantlement of WMDs IRNA 17 Nov 2010 -- Iran: Global dismantlement of weapons of mass destruction is the only way to keep such arms away of terrorists and non-governmental players.
Iran Reports Mock Foreign Flyovers During War Games VOA 17 Nov 2010 -- Iranian media is reporting that the country's armed forces have staged a mock interception of six foreign planes.
Iran Military Stages Mock Warplane Interception RFE/RL 17 Nov 2010 -- Iran staged a mock interception of enemy warplanes attacking its nuclear facilities as part of its biggest military exercises.
Gates Says Sanctions Cause Iranian Rift, Opposes Military Strike VOA 16 Nov 2010 -- US Defense Secretary Gates says international sanctions against Iran are causing division among the country's leaders.
NATO missiles in Turkey would defend Israel's 'crimes' RIA Novosti 16 Nov 2010 -- The possible deployment of NATO missile defense systems in Turkey is solely aimed at defending Israeli interests.
Mehmanparast warns against installation of missile defense shield IRNA 16 Nov 2010 -- FM Mehmanparast warned against installation of missile defense shield in the region.
Nigeria Reports Suspected Iranian Arms Shipment to UN VOA 16 Nov 2010 -- Nigeria has reported to the United Nations that it seized an alleged Iranian arms shipment last month.
Iran Begins Five-Day Air-Defense War Games RFE/RL 16 Nov 2010 -- State television says a 5-day air defense exercise kicked off to test Iran's capabilities in protecting its nuclear facilities from possible attack.
France Says Diplomats Attacked In Iran RFE/RL 16 Nov 2010 -- France has accused Iranian security services of committing "unacceptable acts of violence" on French diplomatic personnel in Tehran.
Iran Confirms Spying Charges Against Two Germans RFE/RL 16 Nov 2010 -- Iranian judiciary official: Germans arrested in Iran are being held on espionage charges.
Iranian President Removed As Central Bank Board Chairman RFE/RL 16 Nov 2010 -- The Iranian parliament has passed a law removing President Mahmud Ahmadinejad from the post of chairman of the General Assembly of Iran's Central Bank.
Iran, one of main countries in power plant construction: official IRNA 16 Nov 2010 -- Deputy Energy Minister Mahsouli: Iran is one of the main countries in the world in the field of power plant construction.
From Russia Without Much Love RFE/RL 15 Nov 2010 -- The country President Ahmadinejad was excoriating as Satan's sidekick was none other than Russia, long seen as the Islamic republic's staunch champion.
Iran says arms scandal with Nigeria resolved RIA Novosti 15 Nov 2010 -- Iranian FM Mottaki said that no evidence had been found linking Tehran to a shipment of smuggled weapons recently seized in Nigeria.
FM: Misunderstandings with Nigeria resolved IRNA 15 Nov 2010 -- Misunderstandings between Iran and Nigeria over the smuggled weapons were solved, Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said.
Major anti-aircraft maneuver begins across Iran tomorrow IRNA 15 Nov 2010 -- Major aerial protection and anti-aircraft maneuver will begin across the country as of November 16 for five days.
Mehmanparast: Iran backs accords between Iraqi political wings IRNA 14 Nov 2010 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast said on Sunday that the Islamic Republic of Iran backs the accords made by the Iraqi political wings on formation of a national broad-based government in Iraq.
President felicitates Iraqi premier on re-election, renews support IRNA 14 Nov 2010 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad on Saturday felicitated Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki on formation of new Iraqi government, terming it a great victory for Iraqi government, nation, parliament as well as the country’s political parties.
Iran deplores continued presence of foreign troops in Afghanistan IRNA 13 Nov 2010 -- Iran on Sunday deplored continued presence of foreign troops in Afghanistan.
Nigeria Warning Over Iran Arms Shipment RFE/RL 13 Nov 2010 -- Nigeria has vowed to report Iran to the United Nations Security Council if Nigerian investigators find evidence that an apparently illegal arms shipment seized in Nigeria violated UN sanctions against the Islamic Republic.
EU ready to begin Iran talks on December 5: Ashton IRNA 13 Nov 2010 -- Talks between Iran and so-called '5+1' group is due to start on December 5, German press agency DPA cited a spokesman for European Union foreign policy chief Catherine Ashton as saying Friday.
Nigeria Threatens to Report Iran to UN Over Arms Shipment VOA 12 Nov 2010 -- Nigerian officials say they will report Iran to the U.N. Security Council if they find evidence that an illegal arms shipment allegedly originating in Iran broke international law and U.N. sanctions.
Iran's glory indebted to Sacred Defense: advisor IRNA 12 Nov 2010 -- Military advisor to Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei said here on Friday that Iran attained glory in the wake of the campaign of the Iranian nation during the Sacred Defense Era (1980-88).
India, Myanmar to strengthen cooperation between forces IRNA 11 Nov 2010 -- India and Myanmar have agreed to further strengthen close cooperation between their security forces as neighbouring country assured New Delhi it would not allow its territories to be used for anti-India activities.
US selfishly rejects Turkey, Brazil joining to G5+1 talks with Iran IRNA 11 Nov 2010 -- US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has in a self-centered move rejected Turkey and Brazil's presence in the upcoming talks of the Western states with Iran.
Iran's Expediency Council Accused Of Acting Unconstitutionally RFE/RL 11 Nov 2010 -- An aide to Iranian President Mahmud Ahmadinejad has criticized the work of a powerful advisory body as being inconsistent with the country's constitution, RFE/RL's Radio Farda reports.
United States renews 1979 sanctions against Iran RIA Novosti 11 Nov 2010 -- U.S. President Barack Obama has renewed the 1979 financial sanctions against Iran, the White House reported.
Iranian MPs, nuclear experts highlight invalidity of Amano views IRNA 10 Nov 2010 -- Iranian Members of Parliament and nuclear experts on Wednesday criticized IAEA Director General Yukiyo Amano for making politically motivated, repeated and invalid statements about Iranian nuclear program.
Supreme Leader urges military to keep on making progress IRNA 10 Nov 2010 -- Supreme Leader of Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei here on Wednesday called on military cadets to keep on making progress.
Iran to carry out hot-fire test soon for S-300 missile IRNA 10 Nov 2010 -- Iran would soon carry out hot-fire test for its domestic-made long-range missiles including the S-300s, in a near future, said a senior military official on Wednesday.
Iran says ready to test domestic air defense system similar to S-300 RIA Novosti 10 Nov 2010 -- Iran is set to test-fire a domestically-designed air defense system similar to the Russian S-300 after Russia refused to fulfill a delivery contract, the IRNA news agency said on Wednesday.
Iran says negotiations with Taliban will not help Afghanistan IRNA 10 Nov 2010 -- Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for European Affairs Ali Ahani said on Wednesday that talks with Taliban would not resolve the Afghan conflict.
Press Conference by International Federation for Human Rights on Situation in Iran United Nations 09 Nov 2010
IRNA Man Dir says IRNA in line with national interests IRNA 09 Nov 2010 -- Media Consultant of President and IRNA managing director said here Monday night IRNA is a national media, moving in line with national interests and expediencies.
Iran: G5+1 must prove good will in upcoming talks IRNA 09 Nov 2010 -- Ambassador and deputy permanent UN representative of Iran said at UN General Assembly Monday G5+1 must prove good will to Iranian side during upcoming negotiations.
FM suggests G5+1 to change approach towards Iran IRNA 09 Nov 2010 -- Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki advised members of the Group 5+1 Tuesday to take a constructive view and change their attitude concerning Iran.
Iran's offer on table at 5+1 talks, UK confirms IRNA 09 Nov 2010 -- The 5+1 is seeking to make “serious progress” at the forthcoming talks with Iran leading to transformed relations and enhanced cooperation in nuclear, technological, economic and other fields, the British Foreign Office has said.
Russian deputy FM: Fuel swap deal should be discussed in Vienna Group talks IRNA 09 Nov 2010 -- Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said here on Tuesday that the issue of fuel swap should be discussed during the Vienna Group's talks with Iran.
Only military threat could stop Iran's nuclear program - Israel RIA Novosti 09 Nov 2010 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called on the West to convince Tehran that a military strike against Iran over its controversial nuclear program is a real option, the Haaretz newspaper said.
Iran Says Nuclear Talks May Resume Next Week VOA 09 Nov 2010 -- Iran has offered to resume nuclear talks with world powers as early as next week, after pushing for the venue to be changed to its ally, Turkey.
IAEA Chief Calls on Iran, N. Korea to Dispel Concerns About Nuke Programs VOA 08 Nov 2010 -- The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency, or IAEA, called on Iran and North Korea on Monday to dispel international concerns about their nuclear programs. Yukiya Amano told the U.N. General Assembly that both countries have failed to implement measures called for in resolutions from the U.N. nuclear agency and the U.N. Security Council.
IAEA cannot confirm Iran's nuclear program is peaceful RIA Novosti 08 Nov 2010 -- The head of the IAEA said the organization still does not have enough evidence to confirm that Iran's nuclear program is peaceful.
Russia expects Teheran to resume talks with Iran Six soon RIA Novosti 08 Nov 2010 -- Russia expects Teheran to resume talks with the Iran Six over Iran's controversial nuclear program soon.
Netanyahu Presses U.S. For Military Threat On Iran RFE/RL 08 Nov 2010 -- Israeli PM Netanyahu told US VP Biden that only a credible military threat can deter Iran from building a nuclear weapon.
Gates Cites Encouraging Trends Regarding Iran, China AFPS 08 Nov 2010 -- The US is seeing signs that sanctions against Iran by the international community are starting to have an impact, and, is working to strengthen its relationship with China.
US to Maintain Iran Sanctions VOA 08 Nov 2010 -- US officials say Washington does not need a "credible military threat" to get Iran's attention and dissuade Tehran from pursuing nuclear weapons.
Soltanieh warns of danger of 27,000 warheads stockpiles IRNA 08 Nov 2010 -- Ali-Asghar Soltanieh warned of the danger of stockpiling 27,000 warheads across the world.
Turkey opposed to missile shield plan against Iran IRNA 07 Nov 2010 -- Turkey’s public TV declared on Saturday that Ankara is opposed to using NATO missile shield plan against its neighbors, especially Iran.
President Ahmadinejad criticizes 'American behavior' IRNA 07 Nov 2010 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad Sunday criticized what he referred to as the 'American behavior' towards independent countries.
FM: Iran agrees to talk with G5+1 in Turkey IRNA 07 Nov 2010 -- Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said Sunday that Iran has agreed to hold talks with the 5+1 Group member states in Turkey.
Turkish ministry confirms Iran's plans to resume talks with West RIA Novosti 07 Nov 2010 -- Turkish Foreign Ministry confirmed Teheran's plans to resume talks with the group of six international mediators over its controversial nuclear program on the territory of Turkey.
Controversial Madrasah Builds Iran's Influence In Kabul RFE/RL 06 Nov 2010 -- Sometimes Iran's role in Afghanistan is open and transparent, sometimes it is secret, and at other times -- as in the case of the madrasah -- it is somewhere in between.
Mottaki rules out talks on nuclear swap deal with G5+1 IRNA 06 Nov 2010 -- Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said on Saturday that the Islamic Republic of Iran will not talk about nuclear swap deal with G5+1 as the issue had already been discussed with the Vienna group.
Mottaki: No new offer from US for fuel swap IRNA 05 Nov 2010 -- Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki on Friday dismissed media claims that the US has given a new offer to Iran for fuel swap.
Iran envoy blames foreign presence for Afghan insecurity IRNA 05 Nov 2010 -- Mahmoud Barimani, head of international economic and specialized organizations at Iran's Foreign Ministry, says foreign troop presence in Afghanistan has heightened up insecurity there.
Big-Power Diplomats Confer on Iran Nuclear Talks VOA 04 Nov 2010 -- Senior diplomats of the five permanent U.N. Security Council member countries and Germany conferred by telephone Thursday on efforts to renew a nuclear dialogue with Iran later this month. Iran has been sending mixed signals about whether it will attend such a meeting.
Mottaki: Final negotiations over context of talks with 5+1 continue IRNA 04 Nov 2010 -- IRI Foreign Minister said here Wednesday final negotiations on context of talks with 5+1 Group still continue and the matter is more important for us than time of the talks.
Britain Accuses Iran of 'Slurs,' Following Kurd Arrests VOA 04 Nov 2010 -- Britain accused Iran of a "long line of slurs" Thursday after Tehran said four people arrested for alleged assassinations were part of a British-linked Kurdish group.
US Designates Iran Opposition Faction a Terrorist Group VOA 03 Nov 2010 -- The United States on Wednesday officially designated the Iranian opposition group Jundallah as a terrorist organization. The Sunni Muslim group is said to have been responsible for several lethal attacks in Iran in recent years, including bombings at Shi'ite mosques in the city of Zahedan.
Supreme Leader commends the youth for foiling last year's conspiracy IRNA 03 Nov 2010 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei on Wednesday commended the youth for foiling post-election conspiracy last year.
President: 5+1 should enter talks based on justice, respect IRNA 03 Nov 2010 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said the 5+1 should take part in negotiations with an attitude based on justice and respect.
Mottaki: Fuel swap to take place only based on Tehran Declaration IRNA 03 Nov 2010 -- Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said fuel swap will be carried out only based on Tehran Declaration.
Ahmadinejad Condemns Russia Over Canceled Missile Deal RFE/RL 03 Nov 2010 -- Iranian President Mahmud Ahmadinejad accused Russia today of "selling out" Iran to the United States by canceling a missile deal.
Iran says it's ready to talk: But what about? RIA Novosti 03 Nov 2010 -- For those who follow foreign policy, the Washington Post story of October 29th was astounding news, coming as it did, on the Friday, in apparent culmination to the week's events.
In Unusual Move, Iran's Revolutionary Guards Slam Ahmadinejad Over Comments RFE/RL 02 Nov 2010 -- In an unprecedented move, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) has directly blasted President Mahmud Ahmadinejad over controversial comments he made recently, including saying that parliament is not on top of the country's affairs.
Soltaniyeh: Iran as mighty as nuclear powers, needless of nuclear weapons IRNA 02 Nov 2010 -- IRI ambassador and permanent representative at Vienna international organizations said here Monday Iran’s power equals that of powers that have nuclear arms, needless of possessing such weapons.

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