June 2012 - Iran Special Weapons News

Iran Arrests All Suspects in Nuclear Scientist Killings RIA Novosti 29 Jun 2012 -- All individuals allegedly involved in the assassination of Iran's nuclear scientists have been detained, the country's Intelligence Ministry said on Friday.
Background Press Briefing Via Teleconference on Iran Sanctions The White House 28 Jun 2012
EU Oil Embargo on Iran Goes into Effect Sunday VOA 28 Jun 2012 -- European Union sanctions on Iran's oil industry go into full effect on Sunday, adding to the pressure on Iranian leaders to negotiate a settlement of the international concerns about their nuclear program.
US Exempts China, Singapore From Iran Oil Sanctions VOA 28 Jun 2012 -- The Obama administration has exempted China and Singapore from economic sanctions against countries that import oil from Iran. The tougher U.S. sanctions took effect Thursday
Egypt's President-Elect To Sue Iranian Agency Over 'Fabricated' Interview RFE/RL 28 Jun 2012 -- The office of Egyptian President-elect Muhammad Morsi says it will file a lawsuit against Iran's Fars news agency for fabricating an interview with Morsi after the announcement of his victory.
Iran Blames Foreigners For Syria Unrest RFE/RL 28 Jun 2012 -- Iran's ambassador to the UN has blamed foreigners for the bloodshed in Syria and denied any Iranian role.
All those involved in assassination of nuclear scientists detained: ministry IRNA 28 Jun 2012 -- Intelligence Ministry in a statement said on Thursday that all those involved in the assassination of the Iranian nuclear scientists have been detained.
Mehmanparast: Westerners, real violators of NPT IRNA 27 Jun 2012 -- Foreign Ministry Spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast said on Wednesday that westerns are the real violators of Non-Proliferation Treaty.
Supreme Leader calls for harmony among three branches of government IRNA 27 Jun 2012 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei on Wednesday called for cooperation of the three branches of government.
Salehi says optimistic about settlement of Iran's nuclear issue IRNA 27 Jun 2012 -- Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi said on Wednesday that he is very optimistic about the settlement of Iran's nuclear issue but it might be time consuming.
US biggest violator of Non-Proliferation of Chemical Weapons - Defense minister IRNA 27 Jun 2012 -- Defense Minister Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi said the US is the biggest owner of chemical weapons who is vividly violating international conventions by refusing to fulfill its commitments.
Salehi: Europe should adopt more rationality in dealing with Iran IRNA 26 Jun 2012 -- Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi on Tuesday advised Europe to adopt more rationality in dealing with Iran as the country has deep experience to thwart a variety of hostile confrontation.
EU unilateral sanctions not constructive in nuclear talks, Mehmanparast IRNA 26 Jun 2012 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman said on Tuesday that the European Union unilateral sanctions against Iran will not have any constructive impact on bilateral relations and the nuclear talks.
Egyptian President-Elect Morsi Plans to Resume Ties with Iran RIA Novosti 25 Jun 2012 -- Egyptian President-elect Mohamed Morsi plans to resume normal relations with Iran to ensure strategic balance in the region.
IRGC commander: Enemies frightened by IRGC missiles IRNA 25 Jun 2012 -- Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Major General Mohammad Ali Jafari said on Monday that enemies are frightened by missiles of the IRGC.
Rafsanjani: Iran is not after nuclear arms IRNA 25 Jun 2012 -- Chairman of Expediency Council Ayatollah Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani said on Monday Iran is not after nuclear arms under any circumstances.
Army Commander: Sanctions ineffective on IR Iran IRNA 25 Jun 2012 -- Commander of the Islamic Republic of Iran's Army's Ground Forces Brigadier General Ahmad Reza Pourdastan said that imposition of sanctions by the global arrogance has made more talents to flourish in Iran.
Army Commander: Sanctions ineffective on IR Iran IRNA 24 Jun 2012 -- Commander of the Islamic Republic of Iran's Army's Ground Forces Brigadier General Ahmad Reza Pourdastan said that imposition of sanctions by the global arrogance has made more talents to flourish in Iran.
Commander: Iran's navy will go beyond Mediterranean Sea IRNA 24 Jun 2012 -- Army's Navy commander, Rear-Admiral Habibollah Sayyari said that the Islamic Republic of Iran's Navy is present in the Red Sea and Mediterranean Sea for establishment of security there.
IRGC ready to give crushing response to enemies IRNA 24 Jun 2012 -- Commander of IRGC Aerospace Department Brigadier General Amir-Ali Hajizadeh said on Sunday that Iran is not willing to wage war against other countries but is fully ready to give a crushing response to enemies.
Ahmadinejad: Justice-seeking nations should form united front against bullying powers IRNA 23 Jun 2012 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad on Saturday called on justice-seeking and independent nations and governments to form a united front against bullying powers and international imperialism.
UNSC chief: G5+1, Iran talks to lead to final agreement IRNA 23 Jun 2012 -- China's Permanent Ambassador to the United Nations Security Council Li Baodong said continuation of talks between Tehran and 5+1 will lead to a final agreement.
Iranian satellites Fajr, Nahid and Zafar to be launched on schedule IRNA 23 Jun 2012 -- Head of IRI Aerospace Organization said here Friday launching of Sharif Science and Technology University's satellites Fajr, Nahid and Zafar would take place on schedule, soon.
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Iran Must Participate in Syria Talks - Moscow RIA Novosti 22 Jun 2012 -- Moscow dismissed on Friday U.S. and British objections to Iran’s participation in an international conference on Syria.
Iran’s participation in Intl. Geneva meeting on Syria a necessity IRNA 22 Jun 2012 -- Deputy Secretary General of Arab League Ahmed Ben Helli said Iran must participate in International Meeting of Syria in Geneva on June 30.
As Iran Talks Falter, Fears of Military Action Increase VOA 21 Jun 2012 -- The near failure of talks in Moscow and the pending imposition of a full EU oil embargo have deepened the dispute between Iran and the international community.
Israel Demands Stiffer Sanctions On Iran RFE/RL 21 Jun 2012 -- Israel is demanding the West slap stiffer economic sanctions on Iran after talks between Iran and the West produced no breakthrough.
UN Chief Regrets No Deal on Iran After Moscow Talks RIA Novosti 21 Jun 2012 -- United Nations Secretary General Ban has expressed regret that no agreement on Iran’s controversial nuclear program had been reached during the latest round of talks in Moscow.
Iran Meeting in Moscow Brings 'No Progress' - Russia RIA Novosti 21 Jun 2012 -- The third round of talks on the Iranian nuclear problem that took place on June 18-19 in Moscow has not brought any significant results.
Ring leader of terrorist group involved in nuclear scientists hits arrested: Intelligence minister IRNA 21 Jun 2012 -- Minister of Intelligence Heidar Moslehi said that the ring leader of a terrorist group involved in assassination of a number of Iranian nuclear scientists was arrested.
Report Says U.S., Israel Targeted Iran With 'Flame' Virus RFE/RL 20 Jun 2012 -- There's been no official reaction yet to a report saying the US and Israel jointly developed a computer virus called "Flame."
Report: Israel, US Behind Iranian Spying Virus VOA 20 Jun 2012 -- A U.S. cyber security expert says it is "pretty likely" the United States and Israel are behind a sophisticated computer virus that appears to have been used to gather intelligence about Iran's nuclear program.
Ban voices regret at lack of agreement during talks on Iran’s nuclear programme UN News Centre 20 Jun 2012 -- Secretary-General Ban voiced regret that Iran and the E3+3 grouping were unable to reach agreement on concrete and reciprocal measures at their meeting in Moscow on Tehran’s nuclear programme.
Ashton: Experts meeting to be held in Istanbul IRNA 20 Jun 2012 -- EU Chief Foreign Policy Catherine Ashton said that the two sides have decided to hold experts meeting in Istanbul on July 3rd.
Jalili: Iran underlines its right on uranium enrichment in Moscow talks IRNA 20 Jun 2012 -- Secretary of Supreme National Security Council Saeed Jalili: Iran in this round of talks underlined its inalienable rights on uranium enrichment.
Group 5+1 statement in Moscow IRNA 20 Jun 2012 -- At the end of Moscow meeting evening, members of Group 5+1 in a statement declared that the two sides presented their stances clearly for a ful and serious consideration.
Iranians are a peace-loving nation: Navy Chief IRNA 20 Jun 2012 -- Iranians are a peace-loving nation and don’t want trouble with other countries, Iran's Navy Commander Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari said.
Iran to Build 10 New Warships RIA Novosti 20 Jun 2012 -- Iran will build 10 new frigates and destroyers, Navy deputy chief Rear Adm. Abbas Zamini said.
Iran Nuclear Talks End With Little Progress VOA 19 Jun 2012 -- Two days of tough talks over Iran's nuclear program ended Tuesday in Moscow without a date set for a new round.
Istanbul to Host Next Iran-Six Nuclear Talks July 3 RIA Novosti 19 Jun 2012 -- New talks over Iran’s nuclear energy ambitions between Iran and the Group 5+1 will be held in Istanbul on July 3.
Iran, World Power Nuclear Talks Suspended RFE/RL 19 Jun 2012 -- Talks between officials from Iran and world powers on Iran's nuclear program have been suspended.
Nuclear talks in Moscow wrap up its work IRNA 19 Jun 2012 -- Nuclear negotiation between Iran and Group 5+1 in Moscow wrapped up its work after two days of intensive talks to remove disputes and discuss bilateral proposals.
G5+1 asks for more time to mull Iran's package of proposals IRNA 19 Jun 2012 -- G5+1 has called for more time to answer Iran’s requests in connection with the Baghdad proposed package.
Iran Moscow Talks Continue RIA Novosti 19 Jun 2012 -- Talks over Iran’s nuclear energy ambitions have resumed between Iran and the Group 5 +1, in Moscow, after earlier reports suggested that they had ended.
Iran Nuclear Talks Continue After Fruitless First Day RFE/RL 19 Jun 2012 -- Iran and other world powers are holding talks for a second day on Iran's nuclear program.
Defense Ministry to mass produce `Dehlavieh’ anti-armor weapons IRNA 19 Jun 2012 -- Minister of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics, Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi, unveiled his Ministry’s plan to mass produce new generation of anti-armor weapons in the near future.
Remarks by President Obama and President Putin of Rusia After Bilateral Meeting The White House 18 Jun 2012
Joint Statement by the President of the United States of America Barack Obama and the President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin The White House 18 Jun 2012
Nuclear Talks Begin, Iran Wants Sanctions Lifted VOA 18 Jun 2012 -- Tehran's nuclear program opened in Moscow with a new spirit of urgency.
Russia, U.S. Want 'Serious Efforts' from Iran to Restore Trust RIA Novosti 18 Jun 2012 -- Russia and the U.S. support a phased settlement of Iran's nuclear issue through negotiation.
Obama: Tensions With Russia Can be Worked Out VOA 18 Jun 2012 -- U.S. President Barack Obama says tensions with Russia can be worked out following talks with the Russian president spanning a range of topics, including Syria, Iran and trade.
First Day of Iran Moscow Talks ‘Constructive’ RIA Novosti 18 Jun 2012 -- The first day of Moscow talks between Iran and the Group 5+1 over Iran’s nuclear ambitions ended constructively, the deputy head of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council said.
Right to enrich uranium emphasized in Moscow: Bagheri IRNA 18 Jun 2012 -- Iran's right to enrich uranium for peaceful purposes was stressed in talks between Tehran and G5+1.
First round of Iran-G5+1 talks in Moscow end behind closed doors IRNA 18 Jun 2012 -- First round of so-called Iran-G5+1 Moscow negotiations ended minutes ago behind closed doors here and the two sides are expected to pursue talks later on Monday afternoon.
Iranian Diplomat: Iran adopted triple strategy in Moscow talks IRNA 18 Jun 2012 -- An Iranian diplomat close to the team of nuclear negotiators said on Monday Iran adopted a triple strategy in the first round of Moscow nuclear talks.
Iran Urged to 'Engage Seriously' in Nuclear Talks VOA 18 Jun 2012 -- An EU spokesman says six world powers have begun talks with Iran in Moscow with an appeal for the Iranian side to "engage seriously."
Nuclear talks kick off behind closed doors in Moscow IRNA 18 Jun 2012 -- Representatives of Iran and G5+1 began nuclear talks behind doors in Moscow at 11:00 local time.
Iran Nuclear Talks Open In Moscow RFE/RL 18 Jun 2012 -- The latest round of talks between Iran and six world powers over Tehran's nuclear program has begun in Moscow.
Intelligence minister: 20 agents behind nuclear scientists assassinations arrested IRNA 17 Jun 2012 -- Intelligence Minister Heydar Moslehi said on Sunday that 20 agents behind assassination of Iranian nuclear scientists have been arrested.
MP: West has no choice but acknowledge Iran's nuclear rights IRNA 17 Jun 2012 -- Chairman of National Security and Foreign Policy Commission of Majlis Alaedin Broujerdi said west has no choice other than acknowledging Iran's inalienable nuclear rights.
Iranian nuclear negotiators arrive in Moscow IRNA 17 Jun 2012 -- Iran's team of nuclear negotiators, led by Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council Saeed Jalili, arrived in the Russian capital Sunday.
Iran expects G5+1 to abide by former accords IRNA 17 Jun 2012 -- Deputy Secretary of the Iran's Supreme National Security Council, Ali Bagheri, said on Sunday that Iran expects G5+1 to abide by the former accords made in the context of Istanbul-2 and Baghdad talks by Iranian negotiator Saeed Jalili and EU foreign policy chief, Catherine Ashton.
President: IR Iran ready for Moscow talks IRNA 17 Jun 2012 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said that the Islamic Republic of Iran is prepared to negotiate with the Group 5+1 in an upcoming meeting slated for June 18-19 in Moscow about 20-percent uranium enrichment.
Baqeri: G5+1 should be committed to previous agreements in Moscow IRNA 17 Jun 2012 -- Deputy secretary of Supreme National Security Council (SNSC), Ali Baqeri, called for Group 5+1's abiding by the agreements of Istanbul2 and Baghdad, and during a telephone conversation between SNSC's secretary, Saeed Jalili, and EU's foreign policy chief.
Iran has firm stance in Moscow talks: Informed source IRNA 17 Jun 2012 -- An informed source in team of Iranian nuclear negotiators said here on Sunday that the Islamic Republic of Iran has adopted a firm stance in the upcoming talks slated for June 18-19 in Moscow.
Larijani: Nothing can affect Iran-G5+1 talks in Moscow IRNA 16 Jun 2012 -- Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani says no external factor or ballyhoo can affect the Moscow talks between Iran and the G5+1.
Navy Commander: Persian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz important for oil exports IRNA 14 Jun 2012 -- IRGC Navy commander referring to flow of 19 to 20 million bpd from Persian Gulf said here Wednesday Persian Gulf's role in provision of world oil and role of Strait of Hormuz as an energy passage for region are of utmost importance.
Iran, Pakistan sign deal for import of 1,000MW electricity IRNA 14 Jun 2012 -- A Pakistani news daily quoting a senior official of Pakistan's Ministry of Water and Power on Thursday said that Pakistan has signed an agreement with Iran for importing 1,000 megawatt electricity at 10 cents per unit.
Security forces arrest assassins of nuclear scientists IRNA 14 Jun 2012 -- Security forces arrested assassins of nuclear scientists Majid Shahriari, Mostafa Ahmadi Roshan and Reza Qashqaei, Intelligence Ministry said in a statement on Thursday.
Iran Holding Suspects Behind Killings of Nuclear Scientists RIA Novosti 14 Jun 2012 -- Iran's intelligence ministry on Thursday announced the capture of a number of prime suspects in the killings of two of the country's nuclear scientists, and claimed the detainees were linked to Israel, IRNA news agency reported.
US has incurred heavy defeat in Syria despite huge spending IRNA 13 Jun 2012 -- Vice chairman of Chiefs of Staff of the armed forces Brigadier General Masoud Jazayeri said on Wednesday that the US along with its puppet regimes in the region and certain European states have incrred another heavy setback depite spending huge sum to oust the Syrian government.
West not entitled to make nuclear demand from Iran, Larijani IRNA 13 Jun 2012 -- Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani said on Wednesday that the West has no right to make any nuclear demand from Iran.
Russian Foreign Minister Visits Tehran RFE/RL 13 Jun 2012 -- The crisis over the Iran's nuclear program and the conflict in Syria are expected to top the agenda of talks on June 13 in Tehran between Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and Iranian officials.
Moscow Warns against 'Unilateral Sanctions' on Iran RIA Novosti 13 Jun 2012 -- Russia is opposed to unilateral sanctions against Iran and urges action based on UN resolutions, Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Wednesday.
FM spokesman: Success of Moscow talks depends on 5+1 approach IRNA 12 Jun 2012 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast said the success of talks in Moscow depends on the attitude of the 5+1 member states.
Iran's storage capacity raised to 3mn barrels in Bahregan region IRNA 12 Jun 2012 -- Executive Head of Naval and Overland Facilities' Projects in Bahregan oil region Hamid-Reza Karimi said here Monday there are plans for raising crude storage in this region up to three million barrels.
Study underway to increase Soroush oil field output IRNA 12 Jun 2012 -- Director of the Research and Technology Department at National Iranian Continental Shelf Oil Company (NICSOC), Jalal Moussavi, said here on Tuesday that output of Soroush oil field in the Persian Gulf will increase, using new technologies.
Iran to build gas refinery IRNA 12 Jun 2012 -- Chancellor of Amir Kabir University Ali-Reza Rahaie, says Iran will build a gas refinery, using domestic workforce, in cooperation with the National Iranian Gas Company, National Iranian Oil Company, Oil Industry Research Center, universities and entrepreneurs.
Iran Developing Own Nuclear Powered Submarine RIA Novosti 12 Jun 2012 -- Iran has begun development of its own nuclear-powered submarines, FARS news agency reported on Tuesday quoting the Iranian fleet's deputy commander Vice-Admiral Abbas Zamini.
Iran cautions foreign powers against military intervention in Syria IRNA 12 Jun 2012 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast on Tuesday cautioned foreign powers against military intervention in Syria.
U.S. exempts Taiwan from Iran oil sanctions CNA 12 Jun 2012 -- The United States will exempt seven economies, including Taiwan, from economic sanctions over Iran oil, U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton announced Monday.
China Defiant on Iran Oil Purchases VOA 12 Jun 2012 -- The Chinese government has indicated it has no plans to change its position on oil purchases from Iran, a day after the United States left Beijing off a list of economies that are exempt from U.S. sanctions on Iranian oil imports.
Presidential Memorandum - Presidential Determination Pursuant to Section 1245(d)(4)(B) and (C) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 The White House 11 Jun 2012
Statement by the Press Secretary on the Presidential Determination Pursuant to Section 1245(d)(4)(B) and (C) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 The White House 11 Jun 2012
Secretary Clinton Regarding Significant Reductions of Iranian Crude Oil Purchases US Dept. of State 11 Jun 2012
Lavrov to Discuss Global Conference on Syria with Iran RIA Novosti 11 Jun 2012 -- Russian FM Sergei Lavrov will visit Iran on June 13 to discuss Russia’s proposal for convening an international conference on Syria.
UN envoy concerned about delay in relocating Iranian exiles living in Iraq UN News Centre 11 Jun 2012 -- The United Nations top envoy in Iraq voiced his concern about the delay in the relocation of the residents of Camp New Iraq to a new location.
Russian Foreign Minister To Visit Iran Ahead Of Moscow Talks RFE/RL 11 Jun 2012 -- Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov is expected to visit Iran on June to discuss a range of issues.
Iran reiterates sovereignty over Abu Musa Island IRNA 10 Jun 2012 -- Iranian Parliament has reiterated Iran's sovereignty over Abu Musa Island considering the historical ownership of the Islands in the Persian Gulf.
Official:Iran, IAEA to continue talks to sum up and compile modality IRNA 09 Jun 2012 -- Iran Ambassador and permanent representative in IAEA Ali Asghar Soltanieh said that negotiation between Iran and IAEA will continue to sum up and compile modality.
UN: Meeting with Iran ‘disappointing’ UN News Centre 08 Jun 2012 -- The United Nations atomic watchdog said that no progress was made today during a meeting with Iranian officials.
UN Watchdog, Iran Fail to Make Progress on Nuclear Issue VOA 08 Jun 2012 -- Representatives from the U.N.’s nuclear watchdog and Iran hit an impasse in talks on providing inspectors possible access to a military site that is key to Iran’s controversial nuclear program.
Iran, UN Watchdog Meet Over Disputed Military Site VOA 08 Jun 2012 -- Representatives from the U.N.’s nuclear watchdog met with the Iranian envoy to the agency, Ali Asghar Soltanieh to discuss possible access to a military site.
Iran, IAEA Hold Talks In Vienna RFE/RL 08 Jun 2012 -- A fresh round of talks between the United Nations nuclear watchdog and Iran has been taking place at the International Atomic Energy Agency's headquarters in Vienna.
Why Do UN Inspectors Want Access To Iran's Parchin Military Complex? RFE/RL 07 Jun 2012 -- Parchin, a large military complex located southeast of Tehran, is one of the key pieces of the puzzle that is Iran’s nuclear program.
Clinton Calls On Iran To Discuss Uranium Enrichment Levels RFE/RL 07 Jun 2012 -- U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has called on Iran to be prepared to "take concrete steps," particularly in halting uranium enrichment to 20 percent, at the next round of talks with world powers.
West is wasting time in nuclear talks: Ahmadinejad IRNA 07 Jun 2012 -- Iran is ready for continuation of talks with the G5+1 in Moscow or Beijing but the West is interested in wasting time, Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said.
Further sanctions on Iran counter-productive: Lavrov IRNA 07 Jun 2012 -- Further sanctions on Iran would be 'counter-productive', Russian Foreign Minister, Sergei Lavrov, said.
Putin Voices Support For Iran's 'Peaceful' Atomic Power RFE/RL 07 Jun 2012 -- President Vladimir Putin has told his Iranian counterpart Mahmud Ahmadinejad that Russia supports Iran's development of atomic energy, but only for peaceful, civilian purposes.
Russia Supports Iran’s Peaceful Nuclear Program - Putin RIA Novosti 07 Jun 2012 -- Russia supports Iran’s right to peaceful uses of nuclear energy and is in constant contact with Tehran on nuclear issues, President Vladimir Putin said.
SCO Leaders Reject Force In Iran, Syria RFE/RL 07 Jun 2012 -- Leaders of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization meeting in Beijing have opposed any international use of force in Iran, saying such a move could threaten global security.
U.S. IAEA Envoy Says Iran 'Not Fooling Anyone' RFE/RL 06 Jun 2012 -- The acting US ambassador to the IAEA says Iran needs to stop calling the UN nuclear watchdog names and focus on answering suspicions about its nuclear program.
Tehran Says IAEA Acts Like 'Intelligence Agency' RFE/RL 06 Jun 2012 -- Iran has accused the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) of acting like an "intelligence organization."
Iran Questions World Powers' Readiness For Talks RFE/RL 06 Jun 2012 -- Iran has questioned whether world powers are prepared for negotiations over its disputed nuclear program.
Iran Questions G5+1 Talks ‘with No Agenda’ RIA Novosti 06 Jun 2012 -- Tehran said failure to draft an agenda for the upcoming nuclear talks in Moscow was not conducive to their success.
Beijing Summit Stresses Security RFE/RL 06 Jun 2012 -- Regional security is the focus of a two-day summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, which is getting under way in the Chinese capital, Beijing.
Russia Rejects SCO Membership For Iran Until UN Sanctions Lifted RFE/RL 06 Jun 2012 -- Iran, which has observer status in the organization, can only become a full member when United Nations sanctions against the Islamic republic are lifted.
Iran SCO Membership Blocked by Sanctions RIA Novosti 06 Jun 2012 -- Iran’s application to join the Shanghai Cooperation Organizationwill be considered after international sanctions on it have been lifted.
Enterprise makes safe transit from sea to shining sea USMC News 06 Jun 2012 -- Last month Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 251 sailed through the Strait of Hormuz aboard aircraft carrier USS Enterprise.
U.S. Says IAEA Report Shows Iran Not Complying RFE/RL 05 Jun 2012 -- Washington says the latest quarterly report by the IAEA on Iran's nuclear activities shows Tehran is not complying with demands.
Iran Accuses EU Of Ignoring Request For Early Nuclear Talks RFE/RL 05 Jun 2012 -- Iran's state TV reports that the European Union has ignored a request by Tehran for preparatory talks ahead of key nuclear negotiations later this month.
Preparatory measures taken for full use of Bushehr plant: builder IRNA 05 Jun 2012 -- Bushehr nuclear power plant builder AtomStroyExport high-ranking official, Valery Limarenko, declared preparatory actions for full use have already been taken.
Clinton Dismisses Iranian Threats Against Israel RFE/RL 04 Jun 2012 -- U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has dismissed Iran's latest threats against Israel as "nothing new."
U.S. Plans New Iran Sanctions if Moscow Talks Fail RIA Novosti 04 Jun 2012 -- The United States is set to tighten sanctions against Iran if the upcoming international negotiations in Moscow fail to make progress.
UN urges Iran to fulfil its obligations to ensure peaceful nuclear programme UN News Centre 04 Jun 2012 -- The head of the United Nations atomic watchdog called on Iran to fulfil its international obligations.
IAEA Says To Meet With Iran Over Access To Parchin Site RFE/RL 04 Jun 2012 -- The United Nations nuclear watchdog and Iran will meet on June 8, as the IAEA seeks to secure access to investigate activities at Iran's Parchin military site.
New chapter begins in Iran-IAEA cooperation: Slotanieh IRNA 04 Jun 2012 -- A new chapter has begun in the Iran-IAEA cooperation, Iran's permanent IAEA envoy, Ali-Asghar Soltanieh said here on Monday.
IAEA, Iran to hold nuclear talks on June 8 IRNA 04 Jun 2012 -- The International Atomic Energy Agency and Iran will hold new round of talks on Friday to try to reach an agreement, IAEA Chief, Yukiya Amano, said.
Supreme Leader: Imam Khomeini provided Iranians a successful model IRNA 03 Jun 2012 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei said that the Iranian nation by relying on teachings of later founder of the Islamic Republic, Imam Khomeini, managed to provide the world with a successful model.
US: Iranian Accusations Will Not Derail Moscow Talks VOA 03 Jun 2012 -- Iran's supreme leader says the United States and its allies are lying about Iran's nuclear program to cover up their own problems. The Obama administration says it is easy enough for Iran to resolve the dispute by taking concrete steps to demonstrate that it is not developing atomic weapons.
Russia Toughens Iran Stance, Still Opposes US Missile Defense VOA 01 Jun 2012 -- International negotiations over Iran's alleged nuclear weapons program are stalled, according to experts on the issue, and there are deep divisions about what to do next.
Report: Obama Knew of Cyber Attacks on Iran VOA 01 Jun 2012 -- A prominent U.S. newspaper says U.S. President Barack Obama has been orchestrating secret, sophisticated cyber attacks on Iran's main nuclear facility.
Pakistan inks accord to import 1,000MW from Iran IRNA 01 Jun 2012 -- Government of Pakistan signed an agreement with Iranian authorities on to import 1,000 megawatts (MW) electricity from Iran, local media reported on Friday.
Salehi: Iran's nuclear stance is firm IRNA 01 Jun 2012 -- IR Iran's Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi said that Iran's approach in Group 5+1 talks is firm and serious and Iran ushered in talks in Istanbul and Baghdad with good intention.

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