May 2012 - Iran Special Weapons News

Pentagon: In Syria, Iran Helps Asad, al-Qaida Foments Violence AFPS 31 May 2012 -- In Syria, where Bashar al-Asad's government continues to massacre its population, Iran is supporting the regime and members of al-Qaida are in the country for their own purposes, Pentagon spokesman Navy Capt. John Kirby told reporters today.
Images Show Alleged 'Sanitization' at Iran Nuclear Site VOA 31 May 2012 -- Satellite images obtained by a U.S. research organization suggest Iran may be trying to wipe traces of nuclear weapon testing from a key military site.
Allegations on Iran's activities in Parchin baseless IRNA 31 May 2012 -- Iran's IAEA envoy, Ali-Asghar Soltaniyeh, dismissed here on Wednesday the West's accusations on Iran's efforts to remove the remaining of its illegal activities in Parchin military site, calling the allegations as baseless.
Iran not to pursue production of nuclear bomb IRNA 31 May 2012 -- Enriching uranium up to 20 percent is Iran's legal right and it is not for production of nuclear weapons, Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said here Wednesday in an interview with France 24 television.
Iran extending friendly hand to Persian Gulf states: IRGC's Commander in chief IRNA 31 May 2012 -- Commander in Chief of the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Mohammad-Ali Jaafari Thursday said Iran has extended a friendly hand to all Muslim countries, Persian Gulf littoral states in particular.
Intensive consultations underway in Vienna on Iran nuclear program IRNA 31 May 2012 -- Intensive consultations are underway in Vienna on the agenda of Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency due to be held next week on Iran's nuclear program.
Flame, 'The Most Powerful Virus To Date' RFE/RL 29 May 2012 -- Someone is infecting Iran's computers with what experts call "the most powerful virus to date." Here are four things to know about the virus, dubbed Flame.
Iran Says It Can Destroy Data-Stealing Virus VOA 29 May 2012 -- The Iranian government said Tuesday it has produced an antivirus program capable of fighting what computer experts are calling 'the most sophisticated cyber weapon yet unleashed.'
FM spokesman: Fixing date, place of talks with 5+1 good step forward IRNA 29 May 2012 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast said fixing of date and place of next round of talks with the 5+1 is a good step forward.
Velayati: G5+1 has to take practical steps to recognize Iran's rights IRNA 29 May 2012 -- Advisor for the Supreme Leader for International Affairs Ali Akbar Velayati said that Group 5+1 should recognize Iran's rights to nuclear technology in practice.
Iran Nuclear Power Plant Full Launch Facing Further Delay RIA Novosti 29 May 2012 -- The full capacity launch of the Bushehr nuclear power plant, Iran's first, may be rescheduled to June from May, a source in Russia's civilian nuclear power corporation, Rosatom, said on Tuesday.
Iran Overhauls Russian-Built Sub RIA Novosti 29 May 2012 -- The Iranian Navy has brought back into operation a Russian-built submarine, after major repairs with locally produced components, the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting company, IRIB, reported on Tuesday.
Powerful 'Flame' Computer Virus Hits Iran, Mideast RFE/RL 28 May 2012 -- Experts say they have discovered a complex virus, dubbed "Flame" or "Skywiper," which is infecting and stealing information from computers in Iran and the Middle East.
Larijani elected provisional Majlis speaker IRNA 28 May 2012 -- Members of the 9th Majlis on Monday elected former Parliament speaker Ali Larijani as provisional speaker of the new Majlis.
China calls for flexibility in Iran-G5+1 nuclear talks IRNA 28 May 2012 -- China on Monday called for flexibility in nuclear talks between Iran and Group 5+1 scheduled to be held in Moscow from June 18-19.
Russia, Britain support continuation of Iran-G5+1 nuclear talks IRNA 28 May 2012 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and his British counterpart William Hague on Monday welcomed the continuation of Iran-G5+1 nuclear talks in Moscow.
Iran Arrests Spy Near Ahmadinejad's Helicopter IRNA 28 May 2012 -- Iranian security forces have arrested a man on suspicion of spying for an Arab state's intelligence agency, the Fars news agency reported on Monday.
Iran's 9th Majlis opens IRNA 27 May 2012 -- Iran's 9th parliament (Majlis) was kicked off Sunday morning in the presence of several high-ranking officials, foreign ambassadors and 288 newly elected MPs.
Supreme Leader urges MPs to fulfill commitments IRNA 27 May 2012 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei urged members of the Iranian parliament to try to fulfill their heavy responsibilities before the Almightly.
NPT forms backbone of Iran nuclear talks with Group 5+1, Mehmanparast IRNA 27 May 2012 -- Non-Proliferation Treaty forms the backbone of Iran's nuclear talks with Group 5+1, Foreign Ministry spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast said on Sunday.
Iran to Build 2nd Nuke Plant at Bushehr RIA Novosti 27 May 2012 -- Iran intends to build the second reactor at the Bushehr nuclear power plant with a capacity of 1,000 MW, according to a statement by Iran's Atomic Energy Organization head Fereydoun Abbasi, Mehr news agency reported on Sunday.
Soltanieh: IAEA report proves peaceful nature of Iran's nuclear activities IRNA 26 May 2012 -- Iran's Permanent Representative to the International Atomic Energy Agency Ali Asghar Soltanieh said on Saturday Amano's new report proves peaceful nature of Iran's nuclear activities.
GOV/2012/23: Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement and relevant provisions of Security Council resolutions in the Islamic Republic of Iran IAEA 25 May 2012
Secretary-General welcomes further talks on Iran's nuclear capabilities UN News Centre 25 May 2012 -- Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon welcomes the recently concluded talks between Iran and the E3+3 grouping – made up of the United Kingdom, the United States, US, China, France, Germany and Russia – his spokesperson said today.
Iran Navy saves 2 oil tankers from pirates IRNA 25 May 2012 -- Iran's Navy warships have foiled a pirate attack on two Iranian oil tankers in the international waters, a statement released by Iran's navy Public Relations Department said here on Friday.
Jalili: Talks held in good atmosphere IRNA 25 May 2012 -- Secretary of Supreme National Security Council of Iran (SNSCI), Saeed Jalili, said here on Thursday that the Tehran-G5+1 talks were held in a good atmosphere.
Jalili meets with Ayatollah Sistani IRNA 25 May 2012 -- Secretary of Supreme National Security Council of Iran (SNSCI), Saeed Jalili, met and conferred with Iraqi Religious Leader, Grand Ayatollah Ali Sistani, here on Friday.
Iran Nuclear Talks Moving to Moscow VOA 24 May 2012 -- Six world powers holding nuclear talks with Iran in Baghdad agreed Thursday to hold another round of negotiations in Moscow next month to try to resolve international concerns about the Iranian nuclear program.
Ashton Announces New Nuclear Talks With Iran Despite 'Significant Differences' RFE/RL 24 May 2012 -- Britain, China, France, Germany, Russia, and the United States, known as the P5+1 - are calling on Iran to halt its program of enriching uranium to 20 percent, a level closer to what's needed for a nuclear weapon.
Iran, World Powers to Meet Again in Moscow in Nuclear Talks VOA 24 May 2012 -- Six world powers holding nuclear talks with Iran in Baghdad agreed Thursday to hold another round of negotiations in Moscow next month.
Iraq denies alleged news on stockpiling Iranian uranium IRNA 23 May 2012 -- Iraqi government spokesman Ali al-Dabbagh here on Wednesday denied alleged news on possible stockpiling of Iran's uranium in Iraq.
Lavrov: Moscow opposes US sanctions against Iran IRNA 23 May 2012 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Wednesday that his country is against the US unilateral sanctions against Iran.
Salehi: Iran hopes to receive good news from Baghdad IRNA 23 May 2012 -- Foreign Minister Ali-Akbar Salehi said on Wednesday that Iran is optimistic about Baghdad talks, hoping to hear good news from there today or tomorrow.
Iran has upper hand in Baghdad talks in light of Supreme Leader's Fatwa IRNA 23 May 2012 -- The Supreme Leader's Fatwa prohibiting possession of nuclear arms helped Iranian negotiating team have upper hand in Baghdad nuclear talks with Group 5+1 in upholding the international decision on disarmament.
Iran offers five-pivot package of proposals to G5+1 in Baghdad IRNA 23 May 2012 -- Iranian delegation to nuclear talks led by Secretary of Supreme National Security Council Saeed Jalili on Wednesday offered a five-pivot package of proposals to representatives of Group 5+1 led by European Union foreign policy chief Catherine Ashton.
World Powers Present Iran With Nuclear Concerns At Baghdad Meeting RFE/RL 23 May 2012 -- Six world powers, meeting with Iran in the Iraqi capital, Baghdad, have presented a proposal addressing concerns about Iran's pursuit of 20 percent uranium enrichment.
Iran Ready for Dialogue on Nuclear Program – Lavrov RIA Novosti 23 May 2012 -- Moscow expects Tehran to cooperate with the 'Group of Six' global negotiators on the Iranian nuclear program and urges the U.S. White House against supporting new sanctions against the Islamic Republic, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Wednesday.
Iran, World Powers Trade Proposals at Nuclear Talks VOA 23 May 2012 -- Iran and world powers exchanged proposals Wednesday at a Baghdad meeting aimed at resolving international concerns about potential military dimensions to the Iranian nuclear program.
US: Tehran Must Follow Through on IAEA Deal VOA 22 May 2012 -- International Atomic Energy Agency Director General Yukiya Amano says he and Iranian nuclear negotiator Saeed Jalili have made a 'decision to reach an agreement' on access to Iranian nuclear sites 'quite soon.'
Salehi, Amano call the atmosphere of talks constructive IRNA 22 May 2012 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi and visiting IAEA Director General, Yokia Amano here Monday evenng called the atmosphere of nuclear talks constructive.
Iraqi FM: Outcome of Iran-G5+1 talks important to region, world IRNA 22 May 2012 -- Iraqi Foreign Minister Hoshyar Zebari says outcome of the Iran-G5+1 talks is important to both the region and the world.
Iran's armed forces have excellent interaction with neighbors: commander IRNA 22 May 2012 -- Commander of the Army Ground Force Brigadier General Ahamd Reza Pourdastan said here on Tuesday that Iran's armed forces have excellent interaction with its neighbors.
IAEA Chief Says Iran Agrees In Principle To Probe RFE/RL 22 May 2012 -- The head of the United Nations nuclear watchdog agency says Iran has agreed in principle to an international probe of its alleged nuclear weapons projects.
U.S. Approves New Iran Sanctions RIA Novosti 22 May 2012 -- The U.S. Senate has unanimously approved a bill imposing a raft of new economic sanctions against Iran in a renewed bid to force it to halt its controversial nuclear program, the BBC reported on Tuesday.
Israel Warns 'Iran Six' Against Concessions to Tehran RIA Novosti 22 May 2012 -- Iran continues to pose a nuclear threat to Israel and world powers should not make any concessions to Tehran at the upcoming talks in Baghdad, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said.
Iran Deal Near, Says IAEA VOA 22 May 2012 -- The head of the United Nations nuclear agency says he expects Iran to sign an agreement 'quite soon' to allow inspections of facilities suspected of being used in a covert nuclear weapons program.
IAEA Chief, AEOI Head discuss issues of mutual interest IRNA 21 May 2012 -- Director General of the Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Yukio Amano met and conferred with Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Fereydoun Abbassi here on Monday.
Nuclear talks in Baghdad expected to lead to lifting sanctions IRNA 21 May 2012 -- Nuclear talks with Group 5+1 in Baghdad is expected to lead to lifting sanctions on Iran, Deputy Chairman of Majlis Commission on National Security and Foreign Policy Hojatoleslam Hossein Ibrahimi said on Monday.
UN Nuclear Chief Seeks Weapons Probe Deal In Tehran RFE/RL 21 May 2012 -- Britain, China, France, Germany, Russia, and the United States -- in the Iraqi capital, Baghdad, on March 23.
UN, Iran Report Positive Nuclear Talks VOA 21 May 2012 -- A senior Iranian official and the United Nations nuclear affairs chief say they made progress in talks in Tehran Monday, as they laid the groundwork for nuclear negotiations between Iran and major world powers on Wednesday.
President: No distance between govt., Majlis IRNA 21 May 2012 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad says there is no distance between Majlis and government.
Majlis urges 5+1 to change hostile approach against Iran IRNA 20 May 2012 -- The Islamic Consultative Assembly (Majlis) in a statement on Sunday called on 5+1 to change hostile attitude towards Tehran and pursue interaction instead.
Salehi underlines Iran's right to use nuclear energy based on NPT IRNA 20 May 2012 -- Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi underlined Iran's right to use nuclear energy for peaceful purposes within the framework of Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT).
Russia Concerned about Changing Positions towards Military Action against Iran - Foreign Ministry RIA Novosti 20 May 2012 -- Russia is concerned about changing the position of some countries towards a military solution of the situation around Iran, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said.
Imminent launching of Fajr satellite, sign of Iran's might, defense minister IRNA 19 May 2012 -- Minister of Defense Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi said the imminent launching of Fajr satellite indicates Iran's authority and high scientific potential.
Obama: G8 To Combine Sanctions, Diplomacy In Iran Talks RFE/RL 19 May 2012 -- U.S. President Barack Obama says the leaders of the Group of Eight (G8) remain committed to using a combined approach of sanctions and diplomacy to push Iran to show its nuclear program is peaceful.
G8 Leaders: Iran Must Assure World Over Nuke Program RIA Novosti 19 May 2012 -- The leaders of the G8 nations meeting at Camp David on Friday-Saturday agreed that Iran needed to take concrete steps to prove the claim that its nuclear program was peaceful, a U.S. official said.
Supreme Leader: Movements started by Islamic revolution will continue IRNA 18 May 2012 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei said the movement started by the Islamic revolution in Iran will continue.
UN Nuclear Watchdog Chief to Visit Tehran VOA 18 May 2012 -- The United Nations' top nuclear official will travel to Tehran on Sunday for talks with senior Iranian officials as speculation mounts about a possible breakthrough on Iran's controversial nuclear program.
Hezbollah to invade us, if Israel attacks Iran IRNA 17 May 2012 -- A daily expressed worries lest Lebanese Hezbollah would target sensitive spots in Israel in case Tel Aviv would dare to invade the Iranian nuclear facilities.
'More Than Half' Of Iraqi Camp's Iranian Residents Relocated RFE/RL 17 May 2012 -- The United States special adviser on Camp Ashraf in Iraq, Daniel Fried, says nearly 2,000 residents of the camp have moved to a transit site called Camp Liberty.
Iran, World Powers to Resume Nuclear Negotiations VOA 16 May 2012 -- The US and other world powers are scheduled to meet with Iran next week as part of efforts to curb that country’s controversial nuclear program.
Iran Steps Up Criticism Of Saudi-Bahrain Union Plan RFE/RL 16 May 2012 -- Iran is stepping up criticism of plans by Gulf Arab states to form a closer political, economic, and military union.
IRGC dismisses speculation on Iran encouraging Hezbollah to launch preemptive strikes on Tel Aviv IRNA 16 May 2012 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps dismissed the speculation of encouraging Hezbollah of Lebanon to launch preemptive strike on Tel Aviv.
Iranian naval forces save Panamaian cargo ship from pirates IRNA 16 May 2012 -- Iranian naval forces rescued a Panamaian-flagged cargo ship Cruiser Heilan with 25 crew on board from pirates in the Sea of Oman.
Iran Hangs Nuclear Scientist Murderer RIA Novosti 15 May 2012 -- Iranian authorities executed a young man convicted of killing an Iranian nuclear scientist in 2010.
Iran’s Activity ‘Inconsistent with Peaceful Program’ RIA Novosti 15 May 2012 -- Some of Iran’s activities are not consistent with peaceful research, the U.S. State Department said.
Iran, IAEA Talks Described as 'Very Constructive' VOA 15 May 2012 -- Iran and the U.N. nuclear agency have begun their second day of talks in Vienna, with Iran's envoy saying the discussions so far have been "good."
Iran Says Talks With IAEA On Positive Track RFE/RL 15 May 2012 -- A senior Iranian diplomat says talks with international atomic inspectors on Tehran’s nuclear program have been "good" and are taking place in a "constructive" atmosphere.
India to Cut Iranian Oil Imports by 11 Percent VOA 15 May 2012 -- India says it has decided to cut imports of Iranian crude oil by 11 percent, following pressure from the United States to isolate the Islamic Republic over its nuclear program.
India To Cut Iranian Oil By 11 Percent RFE/RL 15 May 2012 -- India, facing U.S. pressure, says it will cut purchases of Iranian oil by 11 percent.
Excerpts From Secretary Clinton Interview With Richard Wolf of USA TODAY US Dept. of State 15 May 2012
Tensions Simmer Between Tehran, Kabul RFE/RL 15 May 2012 -- Iran's influence in Afghanistan is set in concrete: new roads crisscross the country, power grids supply remote cities with electricity, and planned railways form ties that bind.
Two kidnapped Iranian pilgrims in Syria freed IRNA 15 May 2012 -- Two Iranian pilgrims kidnapped in Syria by rebel forces there were freed Monday night and delivered to Turkish border police.
United Arab Front Against Iran Less Likely VOA 15 May 2012 -- Analysts say a united Arab front against Iran looks less likely after the Gulf Cooperation Council this week delayed deciding on forming a stronger political union.
FM spokesman rejects claims on 3 Iranian islands IRNA 15 May 2012 -- FM spokesman Mehmanprast dismissed claims on 3 Iranian islands in the Persian Gulf as 'unfounded' and without any political and judicial justification.
Omani official: Joint military meetings benefit both Iran, Oman IRNA 15 May 2012 -- Assistant Chief of Staff for Operations and Planning of Oman Army Brigadier Rashid bin Saif al Sheidi said holding Iran-Oman joint military meetings will benefit both nations.
IAEA Presses Iran Ahead of P5+1 Talks VOA 14 May 2012 -- The U.N. nuclear agency has again urged Iran to give it access to sites, people and documents it seeks as part of its probe into whether Tehran is trying to develop nuclear weapons.
Iran, IAEA Talks Begin VOA 14 May 2012 -- Talks between Iranian authorities and U.N. nuclear agency officials have started in Vienna.
Iran, IAEA Open Vienna Talks On Access RFE/RL 14 May 2012 -- Iran and the United Nations nuclear watchdog agency have opened talks in Vienna about the Islamic republic's nuclear activities.
Negotiations between Iran and IAEA to continue IRNA 14 May 2012 -- Negotiations between IAEA and IR of Iran would continue at Office of Permanent Representative of IRI at UN and other International Organizations Building in Vienna.
Iran, IAEA representatives wraps up first day of negotiations on outstanding issues IRNA 14 May 2012 -- Representatives of Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency wound up the first day of negotiations aimed at removing outstanding issues about Iranian nuclear program.
IAEA enjoys positive attitude towards Iran’s nuclear issue, official IRNA 14 May 2012 -- Deputy Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency Hermann Nackaerts said his organization seeks a constructive solution to Iran’s nuclear issue.
Germany eyes Iranian nuclear compromise ahead of Baghdad talks IRNA 14 May 2012 -- The German government voiced hope for a "compromise" on the Iranian nuclear issue ahead of the so-called P5 plus 1 talks in Baghdad on May 23.
Russia calls for lifting of sanctions against Iran IRNA 14 May 2012 -- Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Gennady M. Gatilov called for initiatives to be taken to lift sanctions against Iran.
Bushehr to Begin Operations in 2012 - Rosatom RIA Novosti 14 May 2012 -- Bushehr, Iran’s first nuclear power plant, will start commercial energy production by the end of 2012, the plant's General Designer Valery Limarenko said.
Defense minster: Iran to launch Fajr satellite into space in June IRNA 13 May 2012 -- Defense Minister Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi on Sunday said Iran is to launch Fajr satellite into space as a national defense project in June.
Defense minister: Caspian Sea is Sea of Peace and Friendship IRNA 13 May 2012 -- Defense Minister Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi has descrinbed Caspean Sea as a Sea of Peace and Friendship.
IRGC Navy commander rejects violation of Iran water territories by US IRNA 13 May 2012 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Navy Commander Ali Fadavi rejected claims of violation of Iran's territorial waters by the US warships.
Navy commander: Regional security needs no foreign forces IRNA 13 May 2012 -- Navy Commander Admiral Habibollah Sayyari on Sunday said no foreign forces are needed to provide regional security.
Iranian nation not to give up its legitimate rights under any circumstances IRNA 13 May 2012 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Sunday that dictators and bullying powers should bear in mind that Iranian nation will never give up its legitimate rights under any circumstances.
Time for putting pressure on Iran is over, Jalili tells M. Rocard IRNA 13 May 2012 -- Secretary of Supreme National Security Council Saeed Jalili said on Sunday that the time is over for the strategy of pressure against Iran.
IR of Iran is well-informed about West's plots, says Ahmadinejad IRNA 11 May 2012 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad asked the West to abandon dictatorship, adding that IR of Iran is well informed about western plots against Tehran.
Soltaniyeh: Iran to continue uranium enrichment IRNA 11 May 2012 -- The Preparatory Session of nuclear NPT Revision Committee ended activities here Friday after a fortnight with its manor news being Iran's message of incessant pursuance of its peaceful nuclear activities, including continuing uranium enrichment.
Israel Unity Deal Unlikely to Significantly Shift Iran Strategy VOA 10 May 2012 -- Former Israeli opposition leader Shaul Mofaz's surprise entry into Israel's ruling coalition this week appears unlikely to trigger a major shift in Israeli policy on Iran's nuclear program, analysts say.
President: Iran never gives up even one iota its legitimate rights IRNA 10 May 2012 -- On the threshold of the next round of talks between Iran and G5+1, President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Thursday that the Iranian nation will never give up even one iota its legitimate rights.
Salehi deplores non-observation of NPT Article XI IRNA 09 May 2012 -- Foreign Minister Ali-Akbar Salehi on Wednesday deplored non-observation of Article XI of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty that calls for elimination of nuclear weapons.
Berlin eyes confidence-building steps at next Iran nuclear talks IRNA 09 May 2012 -- Berlin hopes for confidence-building measures aimed at overcoming the Iranian nuclear stalemate when diplomats from six western powers meet with their Iranian counterparts in Baghdad on May 23, a German official said here Wednesday.
Video Shows Afghans Confessing To Spying For Iran RFE/RL 08 May 2012 -- Afghan authorities have arrested two men on charges of spying for Iran and attempting to carry out terrorist attacks in Afghanistan.
Commander advises foreign forces not to do anything against Iran IRNA 06 May 2012 -- Commander of Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya Air Defense Base Brigadier General Farzad Esmaili on Sunday advised extra-regional forces not to do anything against Iran given the fact that they have already witnessed the consequences of their interference.
Iran, N Korea do not possess long-range missiles: Russian general IRNA 04 May 2012 -- Head of Russia's General Staff Main Intelligence Department Major General Igor Sergun said that Iran and North Korea do not possess long-range ballistic missiles.
Iran, Pakistan, N. Korea May Pose Nuclear Threat to Russia RIA Novosti 04 May 2012 -- A nuclear-armed Iran, Pakistan and North Korea could potentially trigger regional chain reactions that ultimately threaten Russia's security, the former director of Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service, Vyacheslav Trubnikov, said.
Moscow conference warns of West playing with Iran's nuclear card IRNA 04 May 2012 -- The international conference on missile shield defense in Moscow warned West of playing with a nuclear Iran card.
Iranian Missile Program 'No Threat to Europe Yet' - Miraillet RIA Novosti 03 May 2012 -- Iran’s ballistic missile program does not yet pose a threat to Europe or the United States.
World Powers Urge Iran to Grant Access to Nuclear Sites VOA 03 May 2012 -- World powers are pressuring Iran for "urgent" access to sites involving its controversial nuclear program.
World Powers Urge Iran To Give Nuclear Access RFE/RL 03 May 2012 -- The five permanent members of the UN Security Council have stepped up the pressure on Iran to allay international concerns about its nuclear program.
Group5+1 countries prepare ground for Iran, G5+1 talks IRNA 03 May 2012 -- G5+1 countries are preparing the ground for nuclear talks with Iran, French Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Bernard Valero said.
Iran and Russia talk on next round of Iran G5+1 negotiations IRNA 03 May 2012 -- Deputy Secretary of IRI National Security Council Ali Baqeri-Kiani and Deputy Foreign Minister of Russian Federation Sergei Ryabkov talked on next round of Iran-Group 5+1’s next round of nuclear talks.
Bushehr to Switch to Full Capacity from Late May RIA Novosti 03 May 2012 -- Bushehr, Iran’s first nuclear power plant, will start switching to full capacity from May 23, Atomstroyexport, part of Russia's civilian nuclear power corporation Rosatom, said.
Gulf Council Warns Iran About Stirring Up Trouble RFE/RL 03 May 2012 -- Saudi Arabia has again warned Iran not to stir up trouble among Gulf Arab states.
Obama Stiffens Penalties For Violating Iran, Syria Sanctions RFE/RL 02 May 2012 -- U.S. President Barack Obama is cracking down on foreign entities and individuals who violate U.S. sanctions on Iran and Syria.
Executive Order - Prohibiting Certain Transactions with and Suspending Entry into the United States of Foreign Sanctions Evaders with Respect to Iran and Syria The White House 01 May 2012
Letter - Prohibiting Certain Transactions with and Suspending Entry into the United States of Foreign Sanctions Evaders with Respect to Iran and Syria The White House 01 May 2012
No Softening on Iran: Israeli Defense Minister VOA 01 May 2012 -- Israeli Defense Minister Ehud Barak is maintaining the government's hard line against Iran's nuclear program.
Israeli Defense Minister Leaves 'All Options' On Table With Iran RFE/RL 01 May 2012 -- Israeli Defense Minister Barak has said "all options to prevent Iran from getting nuclear weapons should remain on the table."
Clues found to bring perpetrators of cyber attacks to justice IRNA 01 May 2012 -- Clues have been found to bring perpetrators of cyber attacks to justice and the prosecutor is following up the case.
Iran holds 2nd day of Persian Gulf Conference in Abu Musa IRNA 01 May 2012 -- Iran celebrated second day of the Third Persian Gulf Conference in Abu Moussa Island.

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