December 2010 - Iran Special Weapons News

Iranian Prosecutor Says Opposition Leaders to Stand Trial VOA 31 Dec 2010 -- Tehran's chief prosecutor says Iranian opposition leaders will definitely stand trial for the protests that followed last year's presidential elections.
Seven al-Qaeda members arrested in Sardasht Township, Iran IRNA 30 Dec 2010 -- A reliable informed source told IRNA Wednesday night about getting arrested of seven al-Qaeda group members in Sardasht Township, located in the southern part of Iran's West Azarbaijan Province.
Afghans Feel Pinch Of Iranian-Border Fuel Blockade RFE/RL 30 Dec 2010 -- Afghans are grappling with rising fuel prices and dwindling supplies in the depth of winter, while convoys of relief stand idle just across the border with Iran.
Iran Remains Key Foreign Policy Issue for Obama VOA 29 Dec 2010 -- One of the central foreign policy questions facing the Obama administration is how to persuade Iran to end its uranium enrichment program.
Iranians disappointed enemies during post-elections riots: Supreme Leader IRNA 29 Dec 2010 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said Wednesday that Iranians disappointed enemies during last year's post-elections riots through their courage and faith.
Iran Thirst for Fuel Slackens on Subsidy Slash VOA 29 Dec 2010 -- A four-fold rise in gasoline prices is slashing demand for fuel across Iran.
Iran Hangs Man Accused of Spying for Israel VOA 28 Dec 2010 -- Iran says that it has hanged an Iranian man whom it claims was working for the Israeli spy agency Mossad. Iran's prosecutor's office also claims that he fed classified information about the country's missile systems, military bases and fighter jets.
President Ahmadinejad: Iran ready to talk with G5+1 IRNA 28 Dec 2010 -- Iran's President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said here on Tuesday that the Islamic Republic of Iran is ready to hold talks in Istanbul, Brasilia and Tehran with Group 5+1.
Date for Iran-G5+1 talks not yet fixed: FM spokesman IRNA 28 Dec 2010 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast said here on Tuesday that the date for Iran-G 5+1 meeting has not yet been fixed.
An MKO member, a Mossad agent executed at Tuesday dawn IRNA 28 Dec 2010 -- Terrorist Mojaehdin-e Khaloq Organization (MKO) member Ali Saremi and racist Zionist regime agent Ali-Akbar Siadat were hanged at Tehran's Evin Prison at dawn, Tuesday.
Bagheri: Scientists' assassination sign of enemies' desperation IRNA 27 Dec 2010 -- A senior Iranian official said here on Monday that assassination of Iranian nuclear scientists shows enemies' desperation.
Minister: Bushehr nuclear plant to become operational soon IRNA 26 Dec 2010 -- Energy Minister Majid Namju said here on Sunday that Bushehr nuclear power plant with the capacity of generating 1,000 megawatts of electricity will come on stream soon.
Iran President Says Nuke Sanctions Have Failed VOA 24 Dec 2010 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad is attending an Eurasian economic conference in Istanbul where attendees committed themselves to greater economic cooperation. But such commitments come as Turkey's allies in Europe and the U.S. are looking to Ankara to support them in isolating Iran over its controversial nuclear program.
US Approved Business with Iran, Other Blacklisted Nations VOA 24 Dec 2010 -- The New York Times is reporting the U.S Treasury Department has granted nearly 10,000 exceptions to American companies over the past 10 years so they could do business with Iran and other countries blacklisted by the U.S. as state sponsors of terrorism.
Iran Reports Attending Meeting With US Navy VOA 23 Dec 2010 -- Iran's official media are reporting that a high-ranking Iranian naval commander attended a meeting on regional piracy where U.S. Navy commanders were present.
Iran's President Seeks Regional Economic Help VOA 23 Dec 2010 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad is meeting leaders attending a regional economic summit in Turkey, as he seeks economic help under straining international sanctions involving his country's disputed nuclear program.
Salehi Stands In As Iran's New Foreign Minister -- But For How Long? RFE/RL 22 Dec 2010 -- Ali Akbar Salehi is said to have fond memories of the United States - a legacy of five years spent studying for a Ph.D. at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
US Tightens Sanctions On Iran VOA 21 Dec 2010 -- The United States has hit Iran's Revolutionary Guard and its state-owned shipping lines with new sanctions.
Iran's Parliament Ready to Cut Ties with Britain VOA 21 Dec 2010 -- Iranian lawmakers are moving forward with plans to sever diplomatic ties with Britain.
Economists Say Iran Subsidy Plan A Weapon Of Political Control RFE/RL 20 Dec 2010 -- A long-awaited radical overhaul of Iran's economy that has seen the scrapping of state subsidies is being used to punish and intimidate opponents of President Mahmud Ahmadinejad, analysts say.
UN Sec-Gen asked to inquire into terror attacks against Iranians IRNA 19 Dec 2010 -- Victims of terrorist operations and the bereaved families on Sunday asked the United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon to take measures to help bring to justice those responsible for terror attacks against Iranians.
Iranian Police on Alert as Government Cutbacks Begin VOA 19 Dec 2010 -- Iran has deployed security forces around sensitive locations, including fuel stations Sunday, as cutbacks on subsidies began to take effect, meaning hefty price increases for fuel.
Salehi outlines his ministry’s new plans to promote foreign ties IRNA 18 Dec 2010 -- Caretaker of the Foreign Ministry Ali-Akbar Salehi outlined new plans to promote ties with different foreign countries.
New Iranian FM: Improving Ties to Islamic Countries a Priority VOA 18 Dec 2010 -- Iran's new interim foreign minister says one of his top priorities will be improving ties with Tehran's Islamic neighbors, especially Saudi Arabia.
Ministry arrests 8 masterminding Dec. 15 bombing in Chabahar IRNA 17 Dec 2010 -- Intelligence Ministry: 8 terrorists, involved in the December 15 terrorist bombing in Chabahar were arrested by the ministry officials.
Pakistan condemns suicide attack in Iran IRNA 17 Dec 2010 -- Pakistan strongly condemned the cowardly terrorist attack in the Iranian port city of Chabahar on December 15.
Funerals Held in Iran for Mosque Bombing Victims VOA 17 Dec 2010 -- Iranian state media say funerals have been held for 39 people who were killed when suicide bombers targeted a Shi'ite religious ceremony.
Certain Pakistani local officials linked with terror activities: Iran official IRNA 16 Dec 2010 -- Deputy Interior Minister for Security Affairs Ali Abdollahi: Certain local officials in Pakistan are linked with terror attacks.
Russia ready to team up with Iran in fighting terror RIA Novosti 16 Dec 2010 -- Moscow is ready to pool efforts with Tehran in countering the global terrorist threat.
Interior Minister reports on Chabahar terrorist act IRNA 16 Dec 2010 -- Interior Minister Mostafa Mohammad-Najjar reported on Supreme National Security Council on Chabahar terrorist act.
Dozens Killed in Apparent Iranian Suicide Attack VOA 16 Dec 2010 -- Iranian media report suicide bombers have killed at least 39 people in Chahbahar, a mainly Sunni city in troubled Sistan-Baluchistan province.
American accused of plotting to sell arms to Russia, Iran RIA Novosti 16 Dec 2010 -- A California man has been charged with trying to sell military equipment to Russia and Iran in violation of federal export restrictions.
Statement by the President on the attack in Chabahar, Iran The White House 15 Dec 2010
Secretary Clinton on Bombings at Mosque in Chabahar, Iran US Dept. of State 15 Dec 2010
Ban condemns mosque suicide bombing in Iran UN News Centre 15 Dec 2010 -- Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon condemns in the strongest possible terms the suicide bombing at a mosque in Chabahar, Iran.
Dozens Killed in Apparent Iranian Suicide Attack VOA 15 Dec 2010 -- Iranian media report suicide bombers have killed at least 41 people in Chahbahar, a mainly Sunni city in troubled Sistan-Baluchistan province.
Dozens Killed In Suicide Bombing Near Iran Mosque RFE/RL 15 Dec 2010 -- A suicide attack on a mosque in one of Iran's most unstable regions has left at least 38 people dead and dozens more injured.
WikiLeaks: Chevron in Talks With Iran VOA 16 Dec 2010 -- Latest WikiLeaks cables reveals that US oil giant Chevron may have been in talks with the government of Iran regarding cross-border oil field development with Iraq.
Mottaki Doomed By Personal Animus, Not Political Visions RFE/RL 14 Dec 2010 -- One of Manuchehr Mottaki's last acts before being suddenly axed as Iran's foreign minister was to express solidarity with British students who he said had been "brutally suppressed" by police while protesting against tuition fee hikes.
Iran Says No Changes From Foreign Minister's Ouster VOA 14 Dec 2010 -- Iran says there will be no changes in its nuclear and foreign policies, following the firing of Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki.
Iran would not let enemies take advantage of domestic developments IRNA 14 Dec 2010 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast said here on Tuesday that change of officials has no impact on Iran’s nuclear policies.
Ashton hopes Iranian reshuffle does not delay Iran Six talks RIA Novosti 13 Dec 2010 -- EU foreign affairs chief Ashton expressed concern that the dismissal of Iran's foreign minister would delay meeting of the Iran Six.
Iran Shifts Nuclear Chief to Interim Leader of Foreign Ministry VOA 13 Dec 2010 -- Iranian state media say President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has fired Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaqi.
Gates, Israeli Defense Minister Discuss Iran, Regional Security AFPS 13 Dec 2010 -- Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates and Israeli Defense Minister Ehud Barak met this morning at the Pentagon to continue discussions on a range of bilateral and regional security issues.
Defense minister says Iran's policies are peaceful IRNA 13 Dec 2010 -- Defense Minister Brigadier-General Vahidi: Iran’s policies are peaceful and in line with the restoration of regional peace and stability.
Mottaki Fired As Foreign Minister As Ahmadinejad Strengthens Grip RFE/RL 13 Dec 2010 -- Iran's president has signaled a possible hardening of foreign policy by firing his foreign minister Manuchehr Mottaki.
Iranian President Fires Foreign Minister VOA 13 Dec 2010 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has fired Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki.
Iranian nuclear chief Salehi appointed acting foreign minister RIA Novosti 13 Dec 2010 -- Iran's Atomic energy chief Ali Akbar Salehi was appointed acting foreign minister on Monday, the IRNA news agency reported.
Biography of newly-appointed Foreign Ministry caretaker IRNA 13 Dec 2010 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad in a decree on Monday assigned Ali-Akbar Salehi as caretaker of the Foreign Ministry.
Ali Akbar Salehi assigned Foreign Ministry caretaker IRNA 13 Dec 2010 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad on Monday assigned Ali Akbar Salehi as caretaker of the Foreign Ministry.
Envoy condemns criminal acts of terrorism against Iran's scientists IRNA 11 Dec 2010 -- Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations Mohammad Khazaee here on Friday condemned cruel, inhuman and criminal acts of terrorism against the Iranian scientists.
Iran’s strongly-worded letter sent to UN secretary general IRNA 11 Dec 2010 -- Iran’s ambassador and permanent representative in the United Nations in a strongly-worded letter to the UN secretary general and heads of General Assembly and Security Council, criticized their passive stances vis a vis assasination of Iranian scientists
Chair of UN monitoring body voices concern at violations of Iran sanctions UN News Centre 10 Dec 2010 -- The chair of the United Nations committee monitoring the arms embargo imposed on Iran over its nuclear programme voiced deep concern today that violations of the sanctions are continuing.
Western Powers say Iran Continues to Flout UN Sanctions Resolutions VOA 10 Dec 2010 -- The United States, Britain and France expressed their continued concern about Iran's suspect nuclear program Friday, saying Tehran persists in disregarding its international obligations to answer questions about the nature of its program and to stop enriching uranium.
Ayatollah Jannati praises Iran’s initiatives in talks with P5+1 IRNA 10 Dec 2010 -- Tehran’s Substitute Friday Prayers Leader Ayatollah Ahmad Jannati praised the performance of Iran’s negotiating team during talks with the P5+1.
IRGC Official: Sanctions caused technological growth, blossoming IRNA 09 Dec 2010 -- Deputy IRGC Chief in Information and Communications Tech said here Wednesday enemies’ imposed sanctions have led to ever-more technological growth and blossoming in electronics technology field.
President: Iran ready for nuclear cooperation with G5+1 IRNA 08 Dec 2010 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said Wednesday that Iran is ready for nuclear cooperation with G5+1.
Jalili: Istanbul talks will be on common points IRNA 08 Dec 2010 -- Iran negotiator with Group 5+1 and Secretary of Supreme National Security Council said here on Tuesday that the issue of upcoming talks in Istanbul late January will be common points.
Bringing Iran to Geneva RIA Novosti 08 Dec 2010 -- The latest round of talks about the Iranian nuclear program has come to a close in Geneva. These P-5 plus 1 talks saw the five permanent UN Security Council members Russia, the United States, China, France, and Britain plus Germany meet Iranian representatives to discuss this thorny issue after a hiatus of over a year. The EU's new foreign policy chief Catherine Ashton suggested that the talks take place in Geneva, the capital of international diplomacy, which has lulled more key international issues to sleep than it has achieved breakthroughs (not through the fault of that handsome city itself).
Official terms Geneva talks as positive, progressing IRNA 07 Dec 2010 -- An Iranian Supreme National Security Council official said the talks in Geneva between Iran and 5 plus 1 was positive and progressing.
Official: Accepting Iran’s nuclear rights prelude to more cooperation IRNA 07 Dec 2010 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast said acknowledging rights of the Iranian nation to a nuclear fuel circle will be a prelude to more cooperation in the area of peaceful nuclear activities.
Jalili, Ashton review Iran-G5+1 talks IRNA 07 Dec 2010 -- Iran’s Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council Saeed Jalili and European Union foreign policy chief Catherine Ashton here on Monday evening reviewed the continued talks between Iran and the Group 5+1.
Iran-G5 plus 1 talks resume in Geneva IRNA 07 Dec 2010 -- Talks between Iran and G5+1 (China, Russia, US, France, Britain and Germany) resumed in Geneva on Tuesday.
Iran-G5 plus 1 talks must be based on cooperation: Jalili IRNA 07 Dec 2010 -- Talks between Iran and the G5 + 1 (China, Russia, US, France, Britain and Germany) must be conducted based on cooperation not pressure, Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council Saeed Jalili told IRNA here Tuesday.
Jalili: Iran will not negotiate under pressure, sanctions IRNA 07 Dec 2010 -- Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council Saeed Jalili's said on Tuesday that the Islamic Republic of Iran will not continue nuclear talks under any pressure or sanction.
Mehmanparast: G5+1 should create a constructive atmosphere IRNA 07 Dec 2010 -- Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast said on Tuesday that the G5+1 should change course of action and adopt a positive stand to help create a constructive atmosphere for continued talks on common concerns of the two parties.
Enrichment suspension not on agenda of Istanbul talks:Jalili IRNA 07 Dec 2010 -- The issue of uranium enrichment suspension will not be on the agenda when Iran meets the G5 plus 1 in Istanbul next month, Iran's chief nuclear negotiator Saeed Jalili told the press here Tuesday.
Iran to continue talks with group of Six in Istanbul end of January RIA Novosti 07 Dec 2010 -- The talks between Iran and the six international mediators on its controversial nuclear program will continue in the end of January 2011 in Istanbul, Fars News Agency said.
Iran Will Not Bargain Over Nuclear Rights in Future Talks VOA 07 Dec 2010 -- Iran's chief nuclear negotiator Saeed Jalili says his country is not willing to bargain over its nuclear rights in the next round of talks in Turkey.
Gulf Arab Leaders Urge Iran on Nuclear Talks VOA 07 Dec 2010 -- Leaders from six Gulf Arab nations urged Iran to "respond positively" to talks with world powers about its disputed nuclear program.
German FM terms resumption of Iran talks 'positive' IRNA 06 Dec 2010 -- German Foreign Minister Guido Westerwelle welcomed the resumption of talks between Iran and the so-called '5 plus 1' group (US, Russia, China, France, Britain and Germany), labeling it a 'positive step.'
Iran-G5 plus 1 talks kick off in Geneva IRNA 06 Dec 2010 -- Talks between Iran and the so-called '5 plus 1' group (US, Russia, China, France, Britain and Germany) kicked off in Geneva on Monday.
Jalili links outcome of Geneva talks to approach of G5+1 IRNA 06 Dec 2010 -- Iranian chief nuclear negotiator Saeed Jalili said on Monday that the outcome of the talks is linked to the approach of G5+1.
G5+1 approach to Iran should be based on constructive cooperation IRNA 06 Dec 2010 -- Foreign Ministry Spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast said here on Monday that the 5+1 Group should adopt an approach based on constructive cooperation.
1st round of talks between Iran, G5+1 ends IRNA 06 Dec 2010 -- First round of talks between the Secretary of Supreme National Security Council Saeed Jalili and representative of Group 5+1 Catherine Ashton concluded.
Jalili criticizes G5+1 silence toward terror of Iranian scientists IRNA 06 Dec 2010 -- Secretary of Supreme National Security Council Saeed Jalili on Monday criticized the Group 5+1 for keeping silent toward assassination of Iranian scientists.
Jalili slams G5+1 for not condemning assassination of scientists IRNA 06 Dec 2010 -- Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council Saeed Jalili on Monday lambasted the Group 5+1 (US, China, Russia, France, Britain and Germany) for not condemning the terrorist attacks against Iranian nuclear scientists.
Chinese envoy in Geneva: Western countries' stance different from the past IRNA 06 Dec 2010 -- Head of the Chinese Delegation to Geneva talks between Iran and 5+1 Group said that western countries' stance in Monday morning talks was different from theirs in the past.
Russia eyes removing obstacles between Iran and G5 plus 1: official IRNA 06 Dec 2010 -- Russian deputy foreign minister Sergei Ryabkov on Monday expressed hope that his country could remove the obstacles between the G5 plus 1 (US, Russia, China, France, Britain and Germany) and Iran during their ongoing meeting in Geneva, according to IRNA.
Few Expectations As Iran Nuclear Talks Resume RFE/RL 06 Dec 2010 -- Iran and six major powers today began the first face-to-face talks over Tehran's suspect nuclear program in 14 months, with Iranian officials insisting they would not bow to demands to suspend uranium enrichment and Western diplomats dismissing chances of a breakthrough.
Iran Discussing Nuclear Program in Geneva VOA 06 Dec 2010 -- Iran's top nuclear negotiator has started talks with the European Union foreign affairs chief in Geneva to discuss Tehran's controversial nuclear program.
Salehi: Iran self-sufficient in producing nuclear yellowcake IRNA 05 Dec 2010 -- Head of Iran’s National Atomic Energy Organization Ali Akbar Salehi said Iran is self-sufficient in producing nuclear yellowcake.
Army commander urges confronting enemies’ plots by precise planning IRNA 05 Dec 2010 -- Commander of Iran’s Army Major General Ata’ollah Salehi Sunday underlined the need for confronting enemies’ conspiracies through precise and unified planning.
MP: Iran takes upper hand in nuclear talks IRNA 05 Dec 2010 -- Member of Parliament National Security and Foreign Policy Commission Mohammad Karami-Rad said on Sunday that the Islamic Republic of Iran would take the upper hand in the upcoming nuclear talks with G5+1 in Geneva.
MP advises G5+1 to adopt rational, logical approach in nuclear talks IRNA 05 Dec 2010 -- Member of Parliament's presiding board Hojatoleslam Hossein Sobhani-nia said on Sunday that the G5+1 should adopt rational and logical approach in nuclear talks and avoid politicizing the issue.
Consensus on agenda of Iran-G5+1 talks useful for two parties IRNA 05 Dec 2010 -- Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said on Sunday that the new round of talks between Iran and G5+1 will yield useful outcome if the two sides have understanding on the agenda of talks.
Geneva talks will focus on Tehran Declaration: MP IRNA 05 Dec 2010 -- Member of Majlis National Security and Foreign Policy said that the Geneva talks will focus on Tehran Declaration signed by Turkey's Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Brazil President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.
Iran Says It Has Produced Its First Yellowcake Uranium VOA 05 Dec 2010 -- Iran's nuclear energy chief Ali Akbar Salehi says his country has produced its first batch of yellowcake uranium, the material used for enrichment. Salehi said the development "strengthens" Tehran's position in the next round of nuclear talks, set to start Monday in Geneva.
Ahmadinejad advises 5+1 Group not to miss chance for talks IRNA 04 Dec 2010 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad here on Saturday recommended 5+1 Group to seize the chance for talks properly.
Larijani: Iranian nation never yields to enemies IRNA 04 Dec 2010 -- Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani said on Saturday that the Iranian nation have always dealt heavy blows to the enemies including the US and it will never yield to the bullying powers.
Moslehi: Grouplet members involved in recent assassinations arrested IRNA 04 Dec 2010 -- Information Minister Heidar Moslehi said members of a terrorist grouplet were arrested in relation with the terrorist operations against Iranian nuclear scientists.
Iran: UN Atomic Agency Sends 'Spies' To Iran RFE/RL 04 Dec 2010 -- Iranian Intelligence Minister Heydar Moslehi has accused the UN atomic watchdog of including "spies" among the inspectors it sends to Iran to monitor the nation's controversial nuclear program.
Iran Tells Gulf Arabs It Is No Threat to Region VOA 04 Dec 2010 -- Iran has sought to assure its Gulf neighbors that it is not a threat to them, after revelations that Gulf Arab leaders are concerned about Tehran's nuclear program.
Soltanieh criticizes IAEA's double standards IRNA 03 Dec 2010 -- Iran's ambassador to the IAEA insists that resolutions of the IAEA Board of Governors and the UNSC against the Islamic Republic have no legal basis.
Clinton Urges 'Constructive Engagement' by Iran in Nuclear Talks VOA 03 Dec 2010 -- US Secretary of State Clinton hopes Iran will come to big-power talks in Geneva Monday in a spirit of "constructive engagement".
Clinton Calls On Iran To Be 'Constructive' At Nuclear Talks RFE/RL 03 Dec 2010 -- US Secretary of State Clinton has called on Iran to be "constructive" at talks on its controversial nuclear program.
Clinton Urges Iran to 'Engage Seriously' on Nuclear Program VOA 03 Dec 2010 -- U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is urging Iran to "engage seriously" with the international community about its nuclear program.
Amano welcomes Iran-G5+1 talks IRNA 03 Dec 2010 -- IAEA Director General Yukiya Amano said that he welcomes Iran-G5+1 talks.
China welcomes resumption of talks between Iran, G5+1 IRNA 03 Dec 2010 -- Chinese government has welcomed resumption of new round of talks between Iran and G5+1, China’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Jiang Yu said.
WikiLeaks cables claim Iran procures uranium in Latin America RIA Novosti 03 Dec 2010 -- Iranian engineers have been actively searching for uranium deposits in Venezuela and Bolivia since 2006.
Recent terrorist move perpetrators to be brought to justice - Judiciary official IRNA 03 Dec 2010 -- Judiciary Chief First Deputy Hojjatoleslam Ebrahim Reissi said that perpetrators of recent terrorist act will undoubtedly be brought to justice.
Iran fails to prove nuclear programme is purely peaceful UN News Centre 02 Dec 2010 -- Top UN official reported that Tehran has still not provided the necessary proof that its activities are purely peaceful.
UN Cannot Confirm Iran's Nuclear Activities are Peaceful VOA 02 Dec 2010 -- The head of the United Nations' nuclear agency says he cannot confirm that Iran's atomic activities are peaceful.
Moscow expects Teheran to meet 'Iran Six' next week in Geneva RIA Novosti 02 Dec 2010 -- Moscow expects Teheran and the Iran Six to meet on December 6 in Geneva.
Iran completes fueling Bushehr nuclear reactor RIA Novosti 02 Dec 2010 -- Iran has finished loading fuel into the core of the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant.
Mottaki: Relations with Arab world good, sanctions not biting IRNA 02 Dec 2010 -- IRI FM: Iran enjoys most intimate relations with regional countries and takes most serious steps aimed at further strengthening them.
Mottaki: Talking on WikiLeaks documents only after official US stand IRNA 02 Dec 2010 -- IRI Foreign Minister: Iran enjoys most intimate relations with regional countries.
Ruling Party Official Denies Armenian Arms Transfers To Iran RFE/RL 02 Dec 2010 -- A leading member of Republican Party denied disclosed US claims that Armenia re-exported weapons to Iran.
Iran Makes Arrests in Scientist Blasts VOA 02 Dec 2010 -- Iran's intelligence chief says authorities have arrested an unspecified number of suspects linked to bombings that killed a prominent nuclear scientist.
Larijani: Americans unable of comprehending revolution IRNA 02 Dec 2010 -- Parliament speaker: 32 years after victory of Revolution, Americans have still not comprehended its essence.
US Officials Say Iran is Feeling Pinch of Economic Sanctions VOA 01 Dec 2010 -- Obama administration officials told a Congressional panel that economic sanctions against Iran are having an impact.
Experts Tell Congress Sanctions are Isolating Iran VOA 01 Dec 2010 -- Senior Obama administration officials told the House Committee on Foreign Affairs that international sanctions on Iran are having an effect.
Clinton Says New Iran Nuclear Talks Encouraging RFE/RL 01 Dec 2010 -- US Secretary of State Clinton says the Obama administration is encouraged that Iran has agreed to return to Geneva for a new round of talks.
US Welcomes Iran's Decision to Join Geneva Nuclear Talks VOA 01 Dec 2010 -- The United States has welcomed Iran's decision to discuss its nuclear program at a meeting next week in Geneva.
Envoy: All Iran's projects approved in IAEA IRNA 01 Dec 2010 -- Iran’s Permanent representative to IAEA Ali Asghar Soltanieh said that all projects proposed by Iran have been approved in the agency.
Obama's remarks on Iran have no bearing on India's policies IRNA 01 Dec 2010 -- The US President Obama's remarks on Iran and Myanmar in his address to Parliament reflected the views of his country not India's policies.
Iran Blames West at Nuclear Scientist's Funeral VOA 01 Dec 2010 -- Iran's atomic energy chief said Wednesday at the funeral of a prominent nuclear scientist that his murder was a warning from the West.
President warns arrogant powers of assassinating Iranian scientists IRNA 01 Dec 2010 -- President Ahmadinejad warned that Iran will take revenge of the blood of its martyred scientists on global arrogance should assassination of its scientists be repeated.

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