January 2011 - Iran Special Weapons News

Iranian navy in control of Persian Gulf, army commander IRNA 31 Jan 2011 -- Head of the Armed Forces Headquarters: The Iranian Navy is in full control of the passage of foreign vessels to the Persian Gulf.
Iranian navy thwarted 60 piracy threats in Gulf of Aden IRNA 31 Jan 2011 -- Rear-Admiral Hossein Ashrafi: Islamic Republic of Iran's Navy has thwarted more than 60 attempts against Iran's commercial ships by pirates in the Gulf of Aden.
Iran to Unveil New Rockets, Satellites Within Days VOA 31 Jan 2011 -- Iran says it will unveil a range of new rockets and satellites as part of national celebrations of the 32nd anniversary of its Islamic Revolution.
Interior Minister: Pakistan should fight terrorism IRNA 31 Jan 2011 -- Interior Minister Mostafa Mohammad-Najjar: Pakistan's government should not allow terrorists to be equipped and trained inside that country.
Netherlands Freezing Ties With Iran Over Woman's Execution VOA 30 Jan 2011 -- The Netherlands says it has frozen official contacts with Iran to protest the hanging of a Dutch-Iranian woman and will ask the European Union to take action against the country. The woman was executed Saturday in Tehran, more than a year after she was detained during protests against the re-election of Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.
President hails Iran's space achievements IRNA 30 Jan 2011 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Sunday that launching satellite into orbit changed the scientific atmosphere of the country.
President inaugurates construction of major space research center IRNA 30 Jan 2011 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad on Sunday inaugurated construction of major space laboratory and research center.
Defense Minister: New space projects to be unveiled IRNA 30 Jan 2011 -- Defense Minister Brigadier-General Ahmad Vahidi said on Sunday that different high-tech projects such as domestically-made satellites named 'Rasad and Fajr' are ready for inauguration.
New FM: Iran will properly confront enemies’ soft war IRNA 30 Jan 2011 -- Iran’s new Foreign Minister Ali-Akbar Salehi said Sunday that his ministry would mobilize all its potentials to properly confront enemies’ soft war against the country.
Majlis supports people’s revolutions in Egypt and Tunisia: Speaker IRNA 30 Jan 2011 -- Iran’s Parliament (Majlis), on behalf of the nation, supports the regional uprisings particularly the popular revolutions in Egypt and Tunisia, Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani said Sunday.
Ahmadinejad: Foreign Ministry structure needs fundamental changes IRNA 30 Jan 2011 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Sunday that the structure of the Iranian Foreign Ministry needed fundamental changes in order to meet the historical mission of the nation.
How Are The Protests In Egypt, Tunisia's Jasmine Revolution Being Viewed In Iran? RFE/RL 28 Jan 2011 -- 'The Islamic world is ripe with major new developments and Khomeini's Islam is the engine of these events,' Iran's hard-line daily 'Kayhan' wrote in a January 27 commentary devoted to the recent wave of protests in the Arab world.
Russian official: No way but talks with Iran IRNA 28 Jan 2011 -- Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov has said that there is no way to deal with Iran's nuclear issue but continued talks.
Russia 'disappointed' with latest Iran talks RIA Novosti 28 Jan 2011 -- Russia shares the dissatisfaction expressed by the other members of the Iran Six group of negotiators on the Iranian nuclear issue after the latest round of talks, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said.
Supreme Leader meets martyred scientists' families at home IRNA 25 Jan 2011 -- Supreme leader of Islamic Revolution visited families of martyred scientists Dr. Majid Shahriari and Dr. Mas'oud Ali-Mohammadi last Thursday night, advising them to keep paving their spiritual and scientific way.
Beijing pushes for more nuclear talks with Iran RIA Novosti 25 Jan 2011 -- More talks are needed on Iran's nuclear program, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman said on Tuesday.
New policy needed to stop Iran from going nuclear RIA Novosti 25 Jan 2011 -- The talks in Istanbul between Iran and the UN Security Council plus Germany may have failed, but at least they weren't boring.
Shooting To Kill On the Iran-Afghan Border RFE/RL 24 Jan 2011 -- Crowds of Afghans have demonstrated against Iran in Kabul and Herat this month over what they say are Tehran's oppressive policies toward their country.
MP: Iran strongly opposed West's hostile policies during Istanbul talks IRNA 24 Jan 2011 -- Member of Majlis National Security and Foreign Policy Commission Mohammad Karim Abedi said on Monday that the Islamic Republic of Iran steadfastly stood up to the hostile policies of the western countries during Istanbul talks.
MP: G5+1 states will return to talks IRNA 24 Jan 2011 -- A member of Majlis (parliament) National Security and Foreign Policy Commission, Heshmatollah Fallahatpisheh, said that the G5+1 representatives have to return to the negotiating table because Iran is a key player in the region.
G5+1 was empty-handed and miscalculated in Istanbul (Analysis) IRNA 23 Jan 2011 -- Iran appeared strong in negotiations with G5+1 in Istanbul on January 21-22, but miscalculation of G5+1 prevented reaching any agreement.
Official says fuel swap can be negotiated IRNA 23 Jan 2011 -- Assistant Secretary of Supreme National Security Council, in evaluating Istanbul Talks, said the issue of exchanging fuel can be negotiated in case of reciprocal cooperation.
Iran's Ahmadinejad Asks Parliament To Confirm Salehi As Foreign Minister RFE/RL 23 Jan 2011 -- Iranian President Mahmud Ahmadinejad has called on parliament to accept his candidate -- atomic agency chief Ali Akbar Salehi -- to be the country's new foreign minister.
Iran Says It Is Open To More Nuclear Talks RFE/RL 23 Jan 2011 -- Iran says it is open to holding further talks with six world powers over its nuclear program.
Iranian President Proposes Further Nuclear Talks VOA 23 Jan 2011 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad told a crowd in northern Iran further nuclear talks could produce an agreement with international powers. The declaration follows two days of talks in Istanbul that ended without an agreement.
Iran Six 'disappointed' by nuclear talks in Istanbul RIA Novosti 22 Jan 2011 -- The EU's foreign policy chief said the six world powers are 'disappointed' as the two-day nuclear talks with Iran have ended with no breakthrough.
Iran says no to bilateral nuclear talks with U.S. in Istanbul - agency RIA Novosti 22 Jan 2011 -- Iran has rejected a proposal to hold bilateral talks on its nuclear program with the United States in Istanbul, where a meeting between the Iran Six and Teheran is now being held, Reuters reported on Saturday citing an Iranian official.
Nuclear Talks with Iran Collapse VOA 22 Jan 2011 -- Talks in Istanbul, Turkey between the international community and Iran over its controversial nuclear program, have ended in failure amid mutual recriminations. The collapse in the talks, is expected to lead to further international pressure on Iran over its nuclear aspirations.
'Disappointing' Iran Nuclear Talks Wrap Up In Istanbul RFE/RL 22 Jan 2011 -- Britain, China, France, Russia, and the United States -- plus Germany collapsed today with Iran rejecting calls to cease uranium enrichment and allow enhanced UN monitoring of its nuclear activities.
Iranian Plan To Move Workers From Tehran Flounders RFE/RL 22 Jan 2011 -- Iranian officials say only about 1,000 workers have moved out of Tehran under a new law that transfers state employees to other parts of the country in an effort to reduce congestion and pollution in the capital, RFE/RL's Radio Farda reports.
Fuel swap a common point between Iran, 5+1 Group IRNA 22 Jan 2011 -- Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council Saeed Jalili said here on Sunday that fuel swap can serve as a common point for cooperation between Iran and 5+1 Group.
Jalili: Terrorists implementing UN Security Council resolutions IRNA 22 Jan 2011 -- Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council Saeed Jalili said on Saturday that it is a big scandal that terrorists are implementing the United Nations Security Council resolutions.
Jalili rules out Ashton’s statement that ball is in Iran's court IRNA 22 Jan 2011 -- Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council Saeed Jalili on Saturday strongly ruled out the statement made by the European Union Foreign Policy Chief Catherine Ashton that the ball is in Iran's court and there was lack of cooperation from Iran.
Jalili: G5+1 should avoid animosity with other nations IRNA 22 Jan 2011 -- Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council Saeed Jalili attending the G5+1 meeting in this Turkish city recommended the G5+1 countries to avoid the causes of animosity with other nations.
Jalili denies any direct talks with US delegation in Istanbul IRNA 22 Jan 2011 -- Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council Saeed Jalili said on Saturday that the Islamic Republic of Iran had no direct talks with US delegation during talks with G5+1 in Istanbul, Turkey.
Jalili: Iran ready to continue talks with G5+1 based on common logic IRNA 22 Jan 2011 -- Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council Saeed Jalili said on Saturday that Iran is ready to continue talks with G5+1 based on common logic as well as respect for legitimate rights of world nations.
Iran, G5+1 start 3rd round of talks IRNA 22 Jan 2011 -- Secretary of Supreme National Security Council of Iran Saeed Jalili and Group 5+1 member countries, comprising the US, the UK, Russia, China and France plus Germany, started third round of talks here on Saturday.
No Reported Progress in Iran Nuclear Talks VOA 21 Jan 2011 -- Representatives from Iran and six world powers have ended a first meeting o discuss Tehran's controversial nuclear program with no reported progress.
Tehran will not comply with UN resolutions - IAEA envoy RIA Novosti 21 Jan 2011 -- Iran does not intend to abide by with the UN Security Council resolutions against the Islamic Republic.
Envoy: Iran does not implement UNSC resolutions IRNA 21 Jan 2011 -- Iran's Ambassador and permanent representative in IAEA said that UN Security Council resolutions have been issued in violation of international laws.
Soltanieh: Iran not to halt uranium enrichment project IRNA 21 Jan 2011 -- Iran’s IAEA envoy, Ali-Asghar Soltanieh, said here on Thursday that Iran will not halt its uranium enrichment project under any condition.
Iran Six start nuclear talks in Turkey, no breakthrough awaited RIA Novosti 21 Jan 2011 -- The group of international mediators of Iran's controversial nuclear program, known as the Iran Six, started on Friday two days of closed talks with Iranian officials in Istanbul.
Iran, World Powers Resume Nuclear Talks In Istanbul RFE/RL 21 Jan 2011 -- Iran and major world powers have launched two days of new talks in Istanbul, Turkey, over Tehran's controversial nuclear program.
Iran nuclear talks get off to positive start - IRNA RIA Novosti 21 Jan 2011 -- Closed talks in Istanbul between the group of international mediators of Iran's controversial nuclear program, known as the Iran Six, and Iranian officials started in a "positive atmosphere".
Turkey's Status Buoyed As Six Powers, Iran Arrive RFE/RL 20 Jan 2011 -- Turkey's yearning for recognition on the global stage will reach fulfillment when Iran and six world powers gather over Tehran's nuclear program.
Jalili arrives in Istanbul to attend G5+1 meeting IRNA 20 Jan 2011 -- Iran’s chief nuclear negotiator, Saeed Jalili, arrived in Istanbul at head of a delegation to attend the meeting between Iranian officials and Group 5+1.
World Powers Gather in Turkey for Iran Nuclear Talks VOA 20 Jan 2011 -- World leaders are gathering in Turkey for Friday's talks with Iran on its controversial nuclear program.
Russia's Lavrov urges Iran Six to hold all-encompassing talks in Istanbul RIA Novosti 20 Jan 2011 -- Iran's controversial nuclear program should not be the only issue on the agenda of the upcoming meeting of the Iran Six in Istanbul.
Moscow calls for international expert meeting on Iran nuclear issue RIA Novosti 20 Jan 2011 -- Technical experts should meet in Vienna to discuss nuclear fuel supplies to Iran, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said.
Iran's UN Envoy Says Obama Policy On Engagement Has Failed RFE/RL 19 Jan 2011 -- Iran's UN ambassador has accused US President Obama of failing to live up to promise to engage with Iran.
Iran Blames Computer Attack on US VOA 18 Jan 2011 -- Iran's top nuclear negotiator has blamed the United States for a computer virus attack on the nation's disputed nuclear program.
Iran's invitation for inspection of nuclear sites, encouraging sign IRNA 18 Jan 2011 -- Head of the IAEA Amano termed Iran’s invitation for inspection of its nuclear facilities as an encouraging sign.
Iran to End Afghan Fuel Blockade VOA 18 Jan 2011 -- Iran has told the Afghan government it will lift its fuel blockade of Afghanistan.
Afghans Seek New Fuel Source As Warm Relations With Tehran Turn Frosty RFE/RL 18 Jan 2011 -- President Hamid Karzai of Afghanistan is poised to call on his country's former enemy, Russia.
Interior minister: Iran paid much for Afghans over past 30 years IRNA 18 Jan 2011 -- Interior Minister Mostafa Mohammad Najjar: Iran has paid a heavy cost over past 30 years for supporting the Afghan refugees in Iran.
Russia, Iran agree to further nuclear discussion RIA Novosti 17 Jan 2011 -- The Russian and Iranian leaders agreed to continue discussions on the Islamic republic's controversial nuclear program.
Soltaniyeh: Iran to start talks only if there are no preconditions IRNA 17 Jan 2011 -- Iran’s Representative in the IAEA Soltaniyeh: Iran will start negotiations only when there are no preconditions.
Salehi: Iran to sue Zionist regime for assassinating scientist IRNA 17 Jan 2011 -- FM Caretaker Salehi: Iran will soon lodge a complaint with the international bodies for assassinating Dr. Masoud Alimohammadi.
Presence of world states envoys in Iran, sign of Tehran's goodwill IRNA 17 Jan 2011 -- Presence of envoys in Iran to inspect the country’s nuclear facilities is a sign of Tehran’s goodwill and transparency.
Iran will not retreat one iota from its nuclear rights IRNA 17 Jan 2011 -- Secretary of Supreme National Security Council Jalili: Islamic Republic of Iran will not retreat even one iota from its nuclear rights.
Lawmaker Says Iranian Woman's Death Sentence Suspended RFE/RL 17 Jan 2011 -- An Iranian lawmaker says the death sentence of an Iranian woman at the center of an international outcry over stoning has been suspended.
US, Israeli Computer Program Slows Iran's Nuclear Ambitions VOA 16 Jan 2011 -- Report: US-Israeli project designed to sabotage Iran's nuclear program has apparently shut down a fifth of nuclear centrifuges.
Israel tests virus aimed at Iranian nuclear facilities RIA Novosti 16 Jan 2011 -- Israeli specialists have tested a Stuxnet computer worm which can be used against Iran's nuclear facilities, the New York Times has reported.
Report: Israel Tested Stuxnet Worm RFE/RL 16 Jan 2011 -- A US news report says experts at an Israeli facility were involved in testing a computer worm that is believed to have sabotaged Iran's nuclear centrifuges.
Envoys of IAEA members in Natanz to visit uranium enrichment site IRNA 16 Jan 2011 -- Ambassadors to International Atomic Energy Agency of five countries representing 130 member states of IAEA arrived in Natanz.
Iran Continues Nuclear Tour, Shows Enrichment Site RFE/RL 16 Jan 2011 -- Foreign diplomats have toured Iran's nuclear facility at Natanz, where uranium is being enriched in defiance of UN sanctions.
Commander confirms toppling two US drones IRNA 16 Jan 2011 -- Major General Rashid: 2 unmanned airplanes of alien countries had been toppled by the Air Force of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps.
Iran produces VTOL drones called Karrar 110 IRNA 16 Jan 2011 -- Graduates of Mashhad Aviation Sciences University succeeded to design and produce the vertical take off and landing drones.
G5+1 talks in Istanbul to focus on global problems: Jalili IRNA 16 Jan 2011 -- Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council Jalili: Iran's upcoming talks with the G5+1 in Istanbul will focus on global political problems.
Iran to end flights of old Tupolev aircraft in February RIA Novosti 16 Jan 2011 -- The Iranian authorities would ban flights of Russian-made Tu-154 aircraft from February 20.
Iran expects G5+1 to act on agreements for fruitful Istanbul meet IRNA 15 Jan 2011 -- FM spokesman Mehmanparast: If the Group 5+1 acts within the framework of agreements, negotiations will bear results.
Salehi: P5+1 should seize Istanbul opportunity IRNA 15 Jan 2011 -- Vice-president and head of AEOI, Salehi: Group 5+1 should take opportunity from the upcoming negotiations with Iran.
Tour to Iran sites proves transparency of nuclear program IRNA 15 Jan 2011 -- FM spokesman Mehmanparast: Presence of representatives to tour the country’s nuclear facilities is an indication to Tehran’s goodwill and transparency.
Major Powers Decline Iran's Invitation to View Nuclear Sites VOA 15 Jan 2011 -- Major Western powers have refused to attend a guided tour Saturday by Iran of several of its nuclear facilities.
Iran Opens Nuclear Sites To Foreign Diplomats RFE/RL 15 Jan 2011 -- Iran has opened the doors of two atomic facilities to foreign diplomats, but representatives of the leading world powers locked in a dispute over Tehran's nuclear intentions declined to attend or were not invited.
Five envoys to IAEA touring Arak site on behalf of 130 countries IRNA 15 Jan 2011 -- Ambassadors of five countries to the UN nuclear watchdog arrived in this provincial capital city Saturday to explore Iran’s nuclear facilities on behalf of 130 world states.
Envoys of 120 countries heading for Arak to explore nuclear site IRNA 15 Jan 2011 -- Representatives of 120 world countries are heading for the city of Arak in central Iran to explore nuclear facilities there.
Salehi: Arak nuclear research reactor to go on stream in three years IRNA 15 Jan 2011 -- Vice-President and head of AEOI Salehi: 40-megawatts Arak research reactor will be commissioned within the next 2-3 years.
Iran will never overlook NPT right to enrich uranium: Jalili IRNA 15 Jan 2011 -- Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council Jalili: Islamic Republic of Iran would never waiver its right to enrich uranium.
U.S. Envoy Making Rounds To Bolster Iran Sanctions RFE/RL 15 Jan 2011 -- US Treasury Department Assistant Secretary for Terrorist Financing David Cohen is in Europe to meet with allies on Iran.
Iran summons Afghan ambassador RIA Novosti 15 Jan 2011 -- Afghan Ambassador to Tehran was summoned to Iran's foreign ministry to protest organizing demonstration outside Iranian embassy in Kabul.
Western Afghans Protest Over Iran's Fuel Blockade RFE/RL 15 Jan 2011 -- More than 500 angry demonstrators have gathered in the western Afghan city of Herat to protest Iran's decision to bar fuel tankers from entering their country.
Analysts Take Doubtful View of Iran Nuclear Inspection Tour VOA 14 Jan 2011 -- Iran recently invited a group of nations to tour the Islamic Republic's nuclear-related sites - on January 15 and 16.
Deterrence Might Not Work in Case of Iran, Analyst Says VOA 14 Jan 2011 -- The five permanent members of the U.N. Security Council plus Germany, are holding talks, this month focusing on Tehran.
Jalili wants trust building in Iran-P5+1 talks IRNA 14 Jan 2011 -- Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council Saeed Jalili called on the P5+1 to inspire trust during the upcoming multifaceted talks.
U.S. Announces New Sanctions Against Alleged Iran-Controlled Firms RFE/RL 14 Jan 2011 -- The US announced fresh sanctions against companies accused of involement in Iran's missile programs.
Khazaei criticizes US for closing diplomatic bank accounts IRNA 14 Jan 2011 -- Iran's permanent UN envoy, Mohammad Khazaie, says the US has endangered its position as the country hosting the universal body by closing over 100 diplomatic bank accounts.
Touring Iran's nuclear sites RIA Novosti 14 Jan 2011 -- There is always a question about Iran at Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov's traditional January news conference.
AFGHANISTAN: Iran fuel ban hurting the poor, says minister IRIN 13 Jan 2011 -- A sharp rise in fuel prices caused by a recent Iranian fuel export ban, against a backdrop of rising global fuel prices, has bumped up food and medicine prices across Afghanistan, prompting concerns about the welfare of millions of vulnerable Afghans this winter.
Foreign envoys to inspect Natanz, Arak nuclear installations IRNA 13 Jan 2011 -- Iran's Permanent Ambassador to the International Atomic Energy Agency Ali Asghar Soltanieh said here on Thursday that inspection of Iran's nuclear installations will be carried out on schedule.
Iran's nuclear projects to become operational on step-by-step basis IRNA 13 Jan 2011 -- Acting deputy of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization (IAEO) Mohammad Ahmadian said on Thursday a number of national nuclear projects would become operational on a step-by-step basis.
Russia to push for talks on Iran's nuclear program in Istanbul - Lavrov RIA Novosti 13 Jan 2011 -- Russia will push for talks on Iran's controversial nuclear program at the upcoming meeting of the Iran Six in Istanbul on January 21-22, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Thursday.
Iran to launch 'Fajr' home-made satellite in near future IRNA 12 Jan 2011 -- Iran's Communications and Information Technology Minister said on Wednesday Iran will launch a home-made satellite called 'Fajr' by the end of current Iranian year on March 20.
Blair faces second questioning on Iraq war on January 21 IRNA 12 Jan 2011 -- Former prime minister Tony Blair is to reappear to face questioning for the second time about the Iraq war on January 21, the official inquiry announced Wednesday.
IAEA Envoy: Istanbul talks is a historic opportunity for west IRNA 12 Jan 2011 -- Iran's representative to International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) called Istanbul talks 'a historic opportunity for west to return to negotiation table'.
Iran says no plans to discuss nuclear program in Istanbul RIA Novosti 12 Jan 2011 -- Iranian Acting Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi said on Wednesday Tehran will not discuss its controversial nuclear program at talks with the Group of Six in Istanbul on January 21-22.
Iran’s Spy Chief Denounces Alleged Israeli Plot Against Nuclear Scientists VOA 11 Jan 2011 -- Iran’s Intelligence Minister, Heydar Moslehi, says there is a vast assassination plot behind the attacks on Iranian nuclear physicists last year.
Iran suggests to big powers to find common points in upcoming talks IRNA 11 Jan 2011 -- A senior official at Iran's Supreme National Security Council suggested to the Western powers Monday to try to find common points with Iran in their next round of talks with the country.
Mehmanparast says Istanbul talks will be held January 21-22 IRNA 11 Jan 2011 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast said Istanbul talks will be held January 21-22.
Iranian IAEA representative to visit Russia January 20-21 RIA Novosti 11 Jan 2011 -- Iran's representative to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Ali Asghar Soltaniyyeh, will visit Russia on January 20-21, the Iranian ambassador to Moscow told the Fars news agency on Tuesday.
Iran Says EU Snub Will Not Derail Istanbul Talks VOA 11 Jan 2011 -- Iran says it will not let the European Union's rejection of an invitation to tour Iranian atomic plants affect upcoming talks with world powers concerned about its nuclear program.
Assassin of Iranian scientist was trained in Israel IRNA 11 Jan 2011 -- The terrorist behind last year's assassination of Iran's nuclear scientist confessed that he was trained in a military base in Israel, it was reported Tuesday.
Ali-Mohammadi's wife calls for trial of terrorist agents IRNA 11 Jan 2011 -- Wife of an assassinated Iranian scientist here on Tuesday called for trial of agents behind assassination of Iranian scientists by international courts.
Iranian nuclear scientist murder suspect says was trained in Israel RIA Novosti 11 Jan 2011 -- A man suspected of killing an Iranian nuclear scientist last year has admitted he was trained at a military base in Israel, the IRNA news agency said on Tuesday.
Iran Links 10 Assassination Suspects to Israel VOA 11 Jan 2011 -- Iran's intelligence minister says authorities have arrested more than 10 suspects in connection with last year's assassination of a nuclear scientist.
Mossad behind Iran nuclear scientist's assassination IRNA 10 Jan 2011 -- Ministry of Intelligence said on Monday that the Zionist regime's Mossad was involved in assassination of Tehran University Physics Professor martyr Masood Ali Mohammadi.
Iran Says It Arrests Israel-Linked Spy Network RFE/RL 10 Jan 2011 -- BIran says it has arrested spies with links to Israel's Mossad intelligence service who were behind the murder of an Iranian nuclear scientist a year ago.
Iranian authorities arrest suspects behind nuclear scientist's assassination RIA Novosti 10 Jan 2011 -- Iranian authorities arrested "Israel-linked spies," who allegedly were behind an assassination of an Iranian nuclear scientist, killed last year, Iranian media said.
Iran Arrests Suspects in Nuclear Scientist Assassination VOA 10 Jan 2011 -- Iran says it has arrested suspects in the assassination of a nuclear scientist one year ago.
Clinton in Gulf for Talks on Iran, Iraq VOA 09 Jan 2011 -- U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has begun a five-day visit to the Gulf region aimed at persuading Arab allies to tighten nuclear sanctions on Iran, and to enhance their ties with Iraq’s newly formed government. She says Arab allies should stay focused on Iran despite reports its nuclear weapons drive may have slowed.
Supreme Leader: Leaders of post-election riots were foreigners' puppets IRNA 09 Jan 2011 -- Supreme Leader of Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei says the leaders of post-election riots were puppets of foreign conspirators and that the Iranian people successfully withstood them, dealing them a blow.
Amano unapologetic for serving US interests in IAEA IRNA 09 Jan 2011 -- The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency Yukiya Amano was unapologetic for serving US interests in the UN nuclear watchdog amid Iranian accusations he was biased, the news magazine Der Spiegel said on Sunday.
Supreme Leader praises insight of people of Qom in 1978 IRNA 09 Jan 2011 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei here on Sunday praised the insight of the local people of the holy city of Qom in 1978.
U.S. Disputes Arrest Of Spy Suspect By Iran RFE/RL 09 Jan 2011 -- The United States says an American woman Iran claims to have detained for spying is in fact safe and not in Iranian custody.
Salehi: Committee formed to follow up case of Asgari IRNA 08 Jan 2011 -- Iran’s Foreign Ministry Caretaker Ali Akbar Salehi said a committee has been formed to follow up the case of the abducted former defense ministry deputy, Ali Reza Asgari.
Persian Gulf, Sea of Oman protected by IRGC's missiles IRNA 08 Jan 2011 -- The Persian Gulf, Sea of Oman and entire region are protected by the long-range missiles of the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps' naval force, it was announced Saturday.
Persian Gulf 'within Iran's missile reach' RIA Novosti 08 Jan 2011 -- The Persian Gulf and the Sea of Oman are fully within the reach of Iranian long-range missiles, a top commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) said on Saturday.
Iran says can produce nuclear fuel RIA Novosti 08 Jan 2011 -- Tehran is capable of making its own nuclear fuel plates and rods, the head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran said on Saturday, according to Fars News Agency.
Iran Nuclear Talks to Resume in Turkey VOA 08 Jan 2011 -- Turkey's foreign minister says his country will host the next round of talks between Iran and the West over Tehran's nuclear program.
Iranian Official Confirms Arrest Of Alleged U.S. Spy RFE/RL 08 Jan 2011 -- Iranian officials have confirmed this week's media reports that an American woman has been arrested on spying charges after illegally entering the country.
Israel: Iran Cannot Produce Nuclear Bomb Before 2015 VOA 07 Jan 2011 -- Israel has revised downward its assessment of when Iran might acquire nuclear weapons.
EU 'Will Reject Iran Invitation' To Nuclear Sites RFE/RL 07 Jan 2011 -- EU foreign affairs chief Ashton says the EU welcomes Iran's invitation to visit its nuclear facilities but that the task should be carried out by the IAEA.
EU May Reject Iran's Nuclear Tour Invitation VOA 07 Jan 2011 -- The European Union has indicated it will reject Iran's invitation to tour its nuclear facilities this month.
Salehi: Invitation to inspect facilities is for transparency IRNA 07 Jan 2011 -- FM caretaker Salehi: Invitation extended to representatives of many countries to visit Iran's nuclear facilities is in line with the policy of transparency.
EU Says Iran Nuclear Talks to Resume on January 20 VOA 07 Jan 2011 -- EU officials said Friday that Iran and world powers are set to meet on January 20 in Istanbul for talks on Tehran's controversial nuclear program.
New Iran nuclear talks tentatively set for January 20-22: EU source IRNA 07 Jan 2011 -- The next round of talks on Iran's nuclear program is slated to be held from January 20 through 22 in Istanbul.
IRGC Navy ready to repel any possible aggression IRNA 07 Jan 2011 -- Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps First Naval Zone, Brigadier General Reza Torabi, says his forces will crack down on aggressors in the shortest possible time.
Ex-CIA Officer Charged Over Iran Leak To 'New York Times' Reporter RFE/RL 07 Jan 2011 -- A former CIA officer has been arrested for allegedly leaking U.S. national security secrets.
U.S. Woman Said Detained In Iran 'Did Not Use Armenian Territory' RFE/RL 07 Jan 2011 -- Armenian authorities have insisted that a US woman reportedly detained in Iran did not travel to Iran from Armenia.
Armenia Denies Alleged Spy Entry Into Iran VOA 07 Jan 2011 -- An Armenian security agency says it has no record of a woman crossing into Iran on an alleged American spy mission.
ICRC to clarify fate of ex-Dy Min of Defense IRNA 07 Jan 2011 -- Pierre Ryter, the ICRC's head of mission in Iran, says ICRC will do its best to clarify fate of Iranian national Ali-Reza Asgari, who was kidnapped in Turkey in 2006 by the Zionist agents.
Iran Arrests Dozens of Evangelical Christians VOA 07 Jan 2011 -- Iran has reportedly arrested dozens of Christians, many of them converts from Islam, in a crackdown that began around Christmas.
Website: Iranian Authorities Detain Reformist Former Minister RFE/RL 07 Jan 2011 -- A report says that a prominent Iranian reformist who was close to former President Mohammad Khatami has been arrested.
US Analyst Discounts Impact of New Iranian Naval Missile VOA 06 Jan 2011 -- Iran recently announced that a new naval missile had been placed in operation.
Former CIA Officer Arrested for Alleged Unauthorized Disclosure of National Defense Information and Obstruction of Justice US Dept. of Justice 06 Jan 2011
Iran Denies Arresting US Woman at Armenian Border VOA 06 Jan 2011 -- Iran's state television is contradicting previous media reports that Iranian authorities detained an American woman for spying.
U.S. Woman Said Detained In Iran On Spy Charges RFE/RL 06 Jan 2011 -- A state-owned Iranian newspaper says Iranian authorities have detained an American woman on suspicion of spying.
CMF Responds to Medical Emergency Aboard Iranian Fishing Vessel NNS 06 Jan 2011 -- Combined Maritime Forces responded to a medical emergency aboard an Iranian fishing vessel some 400 nautical miles north of the Seychelles.
Iran to boost oil output to 25,000 bpd RIA Novosti 06 Jan 2011 -- Tehran is set to increase oil production to 25,000 barrels per day by drilling eight new rigs in the Persian Gulf, an Iranian official said.
EU to Iran: UN Inspectors Should Visit Nuclear Sites VOA 05 Jan 2011 -- The European Union says it is up to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to visit Iran's nuclear sites.
EU Says Inspections Of Iran's Nuclear Sites Up To IAEA RFE/RL 05 Jan 2011 -- The EU says it has not yet responded to Iran's offer, but believes such inspections should be conducted by the IAEA.
Iran on agenda of Merkel's talks with Chinese Vice Premier: official IRNA 05 Jan 2011 -- Iran's nuclear program will be on the agenda when Chancellor Angela Merkel meets China's Vice Premier Li Keqiang.
Iran Says Singapore Frees 3 Impounded Iranian Ships VOA 05 Jan 2011 -- Iran says it has secured the release of three Iranian cargo ships seized by Singapore several months ago.
Iran advocates withdrawal of foreign forces from Iraq, Salehi says IRNA 05 Jan 2011 -- Caretaker of Foreign Ministry Salehi said that Iran advocates withdrawal of foreign forces from Iraq at the earliest.
Iran's New Foreign Minister Visits Iraq to Shore Up Ties VOA 05 Jan 2011 -- Iran's new acting foreign minister, Ali Akbar Salehi, is visiting Iraq on his first trip to an Arab state since taking the job last month.
Iran Vows to Boost Missile Arsenal VOA 04 Jan 2011 -- Iran's parliament speaker, Ali Larijani, says his country plans to further boost its missile program.
WikiLeaks: Pressure Within Iran Blocked Nuclear Deal VOA 04 Jan 2011 -- Leaked US diplomatic cable reveals that Iranian President Ahmadinejad wanted a nuclear fuel swap agreement more than a year ago.
Iran to Open Nuclear Sites to Diplomats, But No Americans Invited VOA 04 Jan 2011 -- Officials say Iran has invited several ambassadors accredited to the IAEA in Vienna to tour its nuclear facilities later this month.
EU acknowledges Iran's invitation to send envoys to nuclear sites IRNA 04 Jan 2011 -- The EU has acknowledged receipt of Iran's invitation to send representatives accredited to the IAEA to see its nuclear sites.
Soltaniyeh: Ambassadors of world countries to visit Iran IRNA 04 Jan 2011 -- Iran’s Permanent Representative in the IAEA Soltaniyeh said ambassadors of world countries have been invited to visit Iran’s nuclear facilities.
Iran Confirms Invitations to Tour Nuclear Sites VOA 04 Jan 2011 -- Iran has invited foreign diplomats to tour its nuclear facilities, but diplomats say Tehran has left out several key world powers.
Iran invites foreign diplomats to tour its nuclear sites RIA Novosti 04 Jan 2011 -- A senior Iranian envoy has confirmed the Islamic republic has invited foreign diplomats to tour its nuclear facilities, ahead of fresh talks with six world powers.
Iran invites international inspectors to visit its nuclear sites RIA Novosti 04 Jan 2011 -- Iran has invited representatives of the International Atomic Energy Agency and six international mediators to visit its nuclear facilities.
Iran Invites Foreign Envoys To Nuclear Sites RFE/RL 04 Jan 2011 -- Iran says it has invited some diplomats accredited to the International Atomic Energy Agency in Vienna to visit nuclear facilities in the Islamic republic.
Iran has invited foreign ambassadors to tour its nuclear sites IRNA 04 Jan 2011 -- FM Spokesman Mehmanparast: Islamic Republic of Iran has invited ambassadors and representatives of several world countries to visit its nuclear facilities.
Foreign Ministry: Asgari's case pursued through Int'l Red Crescent Society IRNA 04 Jan 2011 -- Caretaker of IRI Foreign Ministry expressed worry about news published lately on fate of Ali-Reza Asgari.
Iran, Turkey cooperating to find clues to Asgari's abduction IRNA 04 Jan 2011 -- FM Spokesman Mehmanparast: Iran and Turkey were cooperating to find clues to the abduction of Alireza Asgari.
Prosecutor General: I have no information on Shahram Amiri's case IRNA 04 Jan 2011 -- Judiciary Force Spokesman and country's Prosecutor General has no information on whether Shahram Amiri is arrested and imprisoned or not.
Afghanistan Seeks Clarification Over 'Dead Migrants' Video RFE/RL 04 Jan 2011 -- Afghanistan's Foreign Ministry says it is seeking clarification about a video aired on Afghan television that purportedly shows dead and wounded Afghan migrants in Iran.
Iran Warns Against Interference in German Journalists Case VOA 04 Jan 2011 -- Iran has warned that foreign campaigns to free two German journalists detained while covering the case of a woman sentenced to death by stoning could backfire.
Iran Warns Against Campaign To Free Germans RFE/RL 04 Jan 2011 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry has warned that a campaign to free two German journalists detained in the case of a woman sentenced to death by stoning may backfire.
WikiLeaks: Iran Can Attack Israel With Less Than 12 Minutes Warning VOA 03 Jan 2011 -- U.S. diplomatic cables released by WikiLeaks reveal that Israel believes it would have 10-12 minutes' warning should Iran launch a rocket attack against the country.
Iran Says 2 Spy Planes Shot Down VOA 02 Jan 2011 -- Iran reports that its forces have shot down what it says were two spy planes flying over the Persian Gulf.

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