September 2012 - Iran Special Weapons News

Iran criticizes US dual standard on terrorism IRNA 30 Sep 2012 -- Slamming US for removing MKO from terrorist blacklist, Iran's Foreign Ministry strongly criticized US dual standard on fighting against terrorism.
President Ahmadinejad: West's presence insecures Persian Gulf IRNA 30 Sep 2012 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said that the illegitimate presence of the Western countries is the main cause of insecurity in the Persian Gulf region.
Iran demands IAEA supervision over Zionist regime nuclear programs IRNA 29 Sep 2012 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi has requested International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to supervise the Zionist regime's nuclear programs.
Salehi discusses continuation of Iran-5+1 talks with Lavrov IRNA 29 Sep 2012 -- Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi discussed continuation of talks with the 5+1 with his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov.
Iran's ground force, one of uncontested world powers: commander IRNA 29 Sep 2012 -- Commander of Army's ground force Brigadier General Ahmad-Reza Pourdastan referred to the force Saturday as one of the world's uncontested forces capable of appropriately safeguarding the country's territorial integrity.
Velayati: Iran always ready for talks with 5+1 IRNA 29 Sep 2012 -- Supreme Leader's Advisor for International Affairs Ali Akbar Velayati said Iran has never refrained from talks with the 5+1 and is ready for negotiations any time they ask.
Iran Condemns US Decision to Take Exiled Group Off Terror List VOA 29 Sep 2012 -- Iran has condemned the U.S. government decision to take an Iranian militant opposition group off its terrorism list.
White House: Obama, Netanyahu Agree on Iran VOA 28 Sep 2012 -- The White House says President Barack Obama and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu are in full agreement on wanting to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon. The two leaders discussed the issue by telephone Friday, and the Israeli leader also was scheduled to do so with Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney.
Panetta, McKay Share Concerns on Iran AFPS 28 Sep 2012 -- U.S. policy toward Iran's nuclear capability 'is not about containment, it's about prevention,' Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta said here today, in reference to what Western nations believe is Tehran's attempt to enrich enough uranium to acquire a nuclear weapon.
President: Presence of Iranian nation in UN essential IRNA 28 Sep 2012 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Friday that the United Nations is a main international organization and the presence of Iranian nation in it is a necessity.
IRGC commander: Iranian nation foiled plots in different eras IRNA 28 Sep 2012 -- Chief Commander of the Islamic Revolution's Guards Corps Major General Mohammad Ali Jafari said that since the victory of the 1979 Islamic Revolution in Iran, all plots of the enemies have been foiled due to the vigilance and resistance of Iranians.
Ahmadinejad deplores Javanfekr's detention IRNA 28 Sep 2012 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Friday that while the world was expecting to listen to Iran's viewpoints from the UN General Assembly's podium, detention of presidential advisor was deplorable.
Iran Responds To Netanyahu, Vowing To Retaliate If Attacked RFE/RL 28 Sep 2012 -- Iran has vowed to "retaliate" against any attack after Israel's prime minister called for a "red line" to prevent the Islamic republic from acquiring a nuclear bomb.
Israeli PM Netanyahu Calls for 'Red Line' over Iran RIA Novosti 28 Sep 2012 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has urged the international community to draw a 'clear red line' for taking action against Iran by next summer, to prevent the Islamic Republic from completing the second stage of nuclear enrichment required to produce a bomb, the United Nations reported.
Iran Vows to Retaliate Against Any Attack VOA 28 Sep 2012 -- Iran has vowed to retaliate against any attack, after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called on the world to draw a 'clear red line' on Tehran's nuclear program.
Delisting of the Mujahedin-e Khalq US Dept. of State 28 Sep 2012
Background Briefing on an Announcement Regarding the Mujahedin-e Khalq US Dept. of State 28 Sep 2012
Background Briefing: Readout on the United Nations Security Council P-5+1 Ministerial US Dept. of State 27 Sep 2012
Israel Seeks 'Red Lines' on Iran; Palestinians Want UN Upgrade VOA 27 Sep 2012 -- Israel's prime minister urged the international community to place a 'clear red line' on Iran's controversial nuclear program as he addressed the U.N. General Assembly Thursday. Separately, Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas blasted Israel for its illegal settlement activity and said his government will seek upgraded U.N. status within the year.
Ahmadinejad: Security Council monopolizing entire UN power IRNA 27 Sep 2012 -- IRI President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad criticizing current UN apparatus, said at a press conference after his last UN General Assembly address, 'Members of UNSC have confiscated the entire power of the UN.'
President reacts to arrest of his media advisor, IRNA chief IRNA 27 Sep 2012 -- IRI president asked in his press conference about his arrested media affairs advisor, Iran Publications caretaker and IRNA Managing Director Ali-Akbar Javanfekr, said, 'I would elaborate on the matter later on.'
Commander downgrades importance of US, regional states war games in Middle East IRNA 27 Sep 2012 -- Commander of ground forces of the Army Brigadier-General Ahmad Reza Pourdastan said on Thursday that the US and certain regional states joint military exercises underway in the Middle East are being carried out in desperation.
Full text of President Ahmadinejad’s UNGA address IRNA 26 Sep 2012 -- IRI President said on 2nd day of 86th UNGA here in New York listed documents for discriminatory nature of current world order, emphasizing the need for active participation of etire world nations in management of world affairs.
Ahmadinejad criticizes arrogant powers' wrong policies IRNA 26 Sep 2012 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad on Wednesday criticized arrogant powers for their wrong policies in administering the world.
President: Veto privilege has made UN unable to restore sustainable peace IRNA 26 Sep 2012 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Wednesday that the veto privilege has made the United Nations unable to restore sustainable peace in the international community.
Ahmadinejad: World in dire need of new thinking, modern order IRNA 26 Sep 2012 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Wednesday that the world community is in dire need of new thinking and modern order.
Commander: Probable aggressors will face deadly response from Iran IRNA 26 Sep 2012 -- Commander of Ground Forces of Army Brigadier General Ahmad Reza Pourdastan said on Wednesday any probable aggressors will definitely face deadly response from Iranian armed forces.
Iran has had confidence-building measures on nuclear issue: Prez IRNA 26 Sep 2012 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said Iran has made good suggestions in its negotiations with Group 5+1 and believes that if those countries were committed to law and were satisfied with their own rights, all problems would be eliminated.
IRNA chief arrested IRNA 26 Sep 2012 -- IRNA Managing Director and presidential advisor for press affairs Ali-Akbar Javanfekr was arrested today.
Iran's Ahmadinejad Accuses West Of Nuclear 'Intimidation' At UN RFE/RL 26 Sep 2012 -- Iranian President Mahmud Ahmadinejad has accused the West of nuclear "intimidation" in a speech to the UN General Assembly that was boycotted by the United States and Israel.
Iranian President's Video Hits The Fan RFE/RL 26 Sep 2012 -- A video that appears to show Iranian President Mahmud Ahmadinejad insulting the country's lawmakers has provoked a harsh response from Tehran and questions about the clip's authenticity.
Spokesman: US dual behavior on terrorism is not new IRNA 26 Sep 2012 -- In reaction to the US government move to remove MKO from terrorist group list, Foreign Ministry Spokesman said US dual behavior on terrorism and manipulating MKO for their political interests is not a new issue.
Iran's President Takes New York By Storm, One Last Time RFE/RL 25 Sep 2012 -- The "Mahmud Ahmadinejad Show" is off to a quick start, with the Iranian president revealing some fresh material as he prepares to address the UN General Assembly this week.
General Assembly Opens After Ahmadinejad Outburst RFE/RL 25 Sep 2012 -- World leaders are gathering at United Nations headquarters in New York for the start of the annual UN General Assembly Debate.
Iran to Defend itself if Attacked by Israel - Ahmadinejad RIA Novosti 25 Sep 2012 -- Iran would defend itself if Israel were to attack it, President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said.
Top commander: West concerned about emergence of new Islamic power IRNA 24 Sep 2012 -- Supreme Leader's Advisor and Top Military Assistant Brigadier General Yahya Rahim Safavi said on Monday western powers are concerned about the emergence a new Islamic power in the world.
Iran Upholds Right to 'Self-Defense' RIA Novosti 24 Sep 2012 -- Iran will defend itself against any potential attack, President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said in an interview with CNN airing on Monday.
Iran Nuclear Tensions Key Topic at UN Assembly VOA 24 Sep 2012 -- A key topic at this week's session of the United Nations General Assembly is Iran's alleged development of nuclear weapons and the threat by Israel and the United States to use military force to stop it.
Eight phases of South Pars to go on stream by next year-end IRNA 23 Sep 2012 -- Deputy Minister of Oil for Planning and Hydrocarbon Affairs' Supervision Mohsen Khojastemehr said on Sunday that eight phases of South Pars gas field will start production by end of next year (March 20, 2014).
Two-day military exercises to be staged in Shahr-e-Rey IRNA 23 Sep 2012 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) will hold 15,000-man strong maneuver in Shahr-e-Rey district of Tehran Province for two days from September 27-28, commander said on Sunday.
Former Iranian President's Daughter Begins Serving Jail Term RFE/RL 23 Sep 2012 -- The daughter of former Iranian President Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani has been sent to jail for six months for a January conviction on charges of distributing antistate propaganda.
U.S. Denies Iranian Officials Visas for UN General Assembly Meet RIA Novosti 23 Sep 2012 -- The U.S. has denied entry visas to Iranian officials, including two ministers, expecting to attend next week's United Nations General Assembly, the Iranian Fars news agency reported.
US Lawmaker Blames Iran for Cyber Attacks on US Banks VOA 22 Sep 2012 -- The head of the U.S. Senate Homeland Security Committee says he believes Iran is behind cyber attacks this week on U.S. banks.
Iran to take temporay control of Bushehr power plant by next 3 months IRNA 22 Sep 2012 -- Vice-President and head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Fereydoun Abbasi said on Saturday that Iran will take temporary control of Bushehr power plant by the next three months based on latest estimates.
No one dares to attack Iran, IRGC commander IRNA 22 Sep 2012 -- Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Mohammad Ali Jafari said Saturday that today no one dares to attack the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Eight-year Sacred Defense resulted in Iran's independence, official IRNA 22 Sep 2012 -- Secretary of Iran's Expediency Council Mohsen Rezaei said Friday evening that the eight-year Sacred Defense (1980-1988) made the Islamic Republic independent and powerful in the world.
Nobody allowed to think of attacking Iran: commander IRNA 22 Sep 2012 -- Nobody is allowed to think of attacking Iran, Commander of the IRGC Aerospace Force Brigadier General Amir Ali Hajizadeh said here on Friday.
US should not ignore Iran as regional power: defense min. IRNA 22 Sep 2012 -- US should not be heedless of Iran as a regional power in its political calculations, Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi said here before Friday sermons.
Tehran Showcases New Air Defense System RIA Novosti 22 Sep 2012 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has unveiled its latest air defense system, Press TV reported on Saturday.
Iran Navy to Expand Presence to South Pole RIA Novosti 22 Sep 2012 -- Iran's Navy is planning to extend its presence in international waters near the South Pole, Navy chief Rear Adm. Habibollah Sayyari said on Saturday.
Zionist regime unable to attack Iran: Firouzabadi IRNA 21 Sep 2012 -- The occupying force of Zionist regime is not able to attack Iran, Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Seyed Hassan Firouzabadi said.
Iran's nuclear issue has diplomatic solution: Russia IRNA 21 Sep 2012 -- Iran's nuclear issue can only be resolved through political and diplomatic tools, Russia Foreign Ministry spokesman, Alexander Lukashevich said.
US to Remove Iran Group Off Terror List VOA 21 Sep 2012 -- U.S. officials say the Obama administration is planning to remove an Iranian militant group once allied with former Iraqi President Saddam Hussein from the U.S. terrorism list.
U.S. Reportedly To Remove Exiled Iranian Group From Blacklist RFE/RL 21 Sep 2012 -- U.S. officials say Secretary of State Hillary Clinton will tell Congress she intends to remove the Iranian exile group Mujahedin-e Khalq Organization from the U.S. list of foreign terrorist organizations.
IRGC Navy Commander: Iran enjoys highest capabilities in naval mines IRNA 21 Sep 2012 -- Islamic Revolution Guard Corps Navy Commander Rear Admiral Ali Fadavi announced that the Islamic Republic of Iran enjoys the highest capability in naval mines.
Iran Shows Off New Air Defense System RFE/RL 21 Sep 2012 -- Iran has displayed a new air defense system it says was designed to confront American warplanes in case of a U.S. attack.
US, Allies Slam Iran Over Military Aid to Syria VOA 20 Sep 2012 -- The United States, Britain and France said that Iran’s supply of weapons to the Assad regime in Syria is unacceptable and must stop.
IR Iran fully monitors foreign maneuvers in PG IRNA 20 Sep 2012 -- Islamic Republic of Iran fully monitors the movements in a joint military maneuver between US and some other countries in the Persian Gulf, Indian Ocean and Strait of Hormuz.
UN experts voice concern over situation of religious minorities in Iran UN News Centre 20 Sep 2012 -- Two independent United Nations human rights experts have welcomed the release of a pastor in Iran who was charged with apostasy.
Angry protestors set ablaze US, Zionist flags outside French embassy IRNA 20 Sep 2012 -- Angry protestors who staged a protest gathering in front of French embassy in Tehran set fire to US and Zionist regime flags.
Rosatom company: Bushehr plant to be commissioned end of this year IRNA 19 Sep 2012 -- Spokesman of Russian State Company ”Rosatom“ Sergey Novikov declared that Bushehr nuclear power plant will be commissioned industrially at the end of this year.
Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization’s chief confers with Russian counterpart IRNA 18 Sep 2012 -- Director of Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization Fereydoun Abbasi held talks with his Russian counterpart Sergei Kiriyenko.
Iran's legitimate nuclear rights should be respected: Mehmanparast IRNA 18 Sep 2012 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast voiced Tehran's readiness to cooperate with the UN nuclear watchdog.
FM spokesman denies Iran's military presence in Syria, Lebanon IRNA 18 Sep 2012 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast denied Iran's military presence in Syria and Lebanon.
Iran Returns Russian-Built Sub to Persian Gulf RIA Novosti 18 Sep 2012 -- Iran returned a Russian-built Project 877 class (NATO Kilo) diesel-electric submarine to the waters of the Persian Gulf on Tuesday following a refit.
Submarine, warship launched into Persian Gulf waters IRNA 18 Sep 2012 -- The domestic made heavy submarine, 'Tareq-901,' and Sahand warship were launched into the Persian Gulf waters upon a verdict by Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Ali Khameneion.
Iran, DPR Korea and Syria failing obligations to UN nuclear agency UN News Centre 17 Sep 2012 -- The head of the United Nations atomic watchdog reported that Iran, the DPRK, and Syria have not sufficiently cooperated in resolving outstanding issues regarding their nuclear activities.
Iran Claims Terror Blasts Cut Power to Nuclear Site VOA 17 Sep 2012 -- Iran says power lines to its primary underground nuclear facility at Fordo were cut last month by explosive blasts set off by "terrorists and saboteurs."
Iranian Atomic Chief Claims Nuclear Sites 'Sabotaged' RFE/RL 17 Sep 2012 -- Iran's nuclear chief has said that "terrorists and saboteurs" may have infiltrated the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in an effort to derail Tehran's nuclear program.
U.S., Allies Begin Gulf Military Exercises RFE/RL 17 Sep 2012 -- Naval exercises involving vessels from 30 nations, including the United States, are under way in the Persian Gulf.
Iran Tensions Loom Over Israelis on Jewish New Year VOA 17 Sep 2012 -- Jews around the world are observing Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. In Israel, the mood is sober.
Amano: IAEA willing to sign agreement with Iran to resolve outstanding issues IRNA 17 Sep 2012 -- Head of the International Atomic Energy Agency Yukiya Amano said that the IAEA is willing to reach agreement with the Islamic Republic of Iran on a framework to resolve the outstanding issues.
UN Nuclear Watchdog to Hold More Talks with Iran RIA Novosti 17 Sep 2012 -- The International Atomic Energy Agency will hold further talks with Iran to allay international concern over its disputed nuclear program.
Iran displays its nuclear achievements on sidelines of IAEA meeting in Vienna IRNA 17 Sep 2012 -- Iran exhibited its nuclear achievements on the sidelines of the 56th annual meeting of International Atomic Energy Agency in Vienna.
Supreme Leader renews censure of blaspheming Holy Prophet of Islam IRNA 17 Sep 2012 -- Supreme Leader of Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei renewed censure of blaspheming Holy Prophet of Islam.
Ahmadinejad proposes forming contact group for Syria IRNA 16 Sep 2012 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad on Sunday proposed that a contact group should be formed to build links between belligerent parties in Syria.
Iran Admits Military Presence in Syria RIA Novosti 16 Sep 2012 -- Members of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps are providing non-military assistance in Syria, the corps commander said at a press conference in Tehran on Sunday.
Iran Says Its Elite Forces in Syria VOA 16 Sep 2012 -- Iran says advisers from its elite Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps are providing non-military assistance in Syria - and that Tehran may take military action if its closest ally is attacked by outside forces.
Iran: Blasphemy does not warrant assassination of ambassadors IRNA 16 Sep 2012 -- Iran said on Sunday that sacrilege of Prophet Mohammad (PBUH) does not warrant deaths of ambassadors.
IRGC fully ready to confront any possible threat: commander IRNA 16 Sep 2012 -- Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Mohammad-Ali Jafari said Sunday that the IRGC was fully prepared to confront any possible threats against the country.
Iran on Verge of Nuclear Weapons – Israeli PM RIA Novosti 16 Sep 2012 -- Iran will be capable to create nuclear weapons in six to seven months, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in an interview with the NBC channel on Sunday.
Iran Commander Offers Detail on Attack Retaliation RIA Novosti 16 Sep 2012 -- If the United States attacks Iran's nuclear facilities, Tehran may retaliate by launching missile strikes against U.S. military bases in the region or by shutting down the Strait of Hormuz, through which 20 percent of the world's petroleum passes, the top commander of Iran's Revolutionary Guard warned at a news conference on Sunday.
Israeli PM: Iran Just Months From Nuclear Capability, Must Be Stopped VOA 16 Sep 2012 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Iran is just months away from a nuclear-bomb capability, and preemptive military action is preferable to a nuclear-armed Tehran. Meanwhile, U.S. officials continue to insist that existing sanctions may yet convince Iran to change course.
Ashraf camp in Iraq sealed off IRNA 16 Sep 2012 -- The base for terrorism and murder of Iranian and Iraqi people under Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein, Ashran camp, placing members of Mujahedin Khalq Organization (MKO) was sealed off by the Iraqi government ending state terrorism backed by Iraqi Baathist government, the US and France.
UN envoy welcomes last major transfer of Iranian exiles from Iraqi camp UN News Centre 16 Sep 2012 -- The United Nations envoy in Iraq on Sunday welcomed the last major relocation of Iranian exiles from a camp outside of the capital, Baghdad, and called for a renewed focus on resettling the residents in third countries.
Report: U.S. Strikes On Iran Would Risk Major War RFE/RL 13 Sep 2012 -- "You can't kill intellectual power," said retired U.S. Army Lieutenant General Frank Kearney, who endorsed the report. He is a former deputy director at the National Counterterrorism Center and former deputy commander of U.S. Special Operations Command.
Tensions Rising Again Over Iran's Nuclear Program VOA 13 Sep 2012 -- Tensions are again rising in the Persian Gulf over Iran's nuclear program as the U.S. moves additional ships and warplanes to the region as negotiations that could avert a possible military confrontation remain stalled. The threat of an Israeli strike on Iran appears to be growing as Tehran continues to ignore U.N. Security Council resolutions calling on Iran to stop enriching uranium.
Turkish Gold Exports to Iran Still Surging VOA 13 Sep 2012 -- In the past few months, there has been a surge in Turkey's gold exports to Iran. Questions are increasing over whether the gold purchases are the latest attempt by Tehran to circumvent increasingly tough international sanctions.
World Powers Voice Fears About Iran's Enrichment Work RFE/RL 12 Sep 2012 -- World powers at a meeting of the UN's nuclear watchdog have presented a draft resolution expressing “serious concern” about Iran’s expanded uranium-enrichment program.
September 11, eleven years of war against Islam IRNA 11 Sep 2012 -- What US has done after the 9/11 terrorist attacks have been a war against Islam rather than a war against terrorism, wrote an Iranian daily on Tuesday on the occasion of the anniversary of the terrorist attacks against US twin trade towers in New York in 2001.
Iran sets conditions in 1st day of IAEA Board of Governors meeting IRNA 11 Sep 2012 -- The first day of the meeting of the Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) was held while Iran set two conditions for reaching an agreement with the UN nuclear watchdog on a new modality.
Mehmanparast: Talks with IAEA to be followed up within legal framework IRNA 11 Sep 2012 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast said here on Tuesday that talks with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will be followed up within the legal and technical frameworks.
Iran's insurance industry defeats western sanctions IRNA 11 Sep 2012 -- Iran's insurance industry has defeated US sanctions despite Washington's will to give a crushing blow to Tehran, Director of Iran's Central Insurance Mohammad Karimi said Tuesday.
Israel Has Right to Act Independently Regarding Iran - PM RIA Novosti 11 Sep 2012 -- The international community has no moral right to restrict Israel in its actions toward Iran until it sets 'do not cross' lines for the Iranian nuclear program, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Tuesday.
Netanyahu Steps Up Israeli Threats Against Iran VOA 11 Sep 2012 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stepped up threats to attack Iran over its nuclear program, which he says is being used to develop nuclear weapons.
Foreign Ministry rejects statements attributed to its spokesman on Canada IRNA 10 Sep 2012 -- Media Diplomacy Department of Foreign Ministry on Monday dismissed some statements attributed to its spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast about countries following Canada.
Iran sets two prerequisites for new modality with IAEA IRNA 10 Sep 2012 -- Iranian national security concerns must be taken into account in request for access to military site and the UN nuclear agency must present document on alleged studies, Iranian Ambassador to IAEA Ali Asghar Soltanieh said on Monday.
Navy Commander: Nuclear warships root cause of environmental damage to Persian Gulf IRNA 10 Sep 2012 -- Iran's Navy Commander Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari stressed here on Monday that the presence of nuclear aircraft carriers of trans-regional forces in the Persian Gulf would cause massive environmental damage to the region.
IAEA Chief Urges Immediate Access To Iran Site RFE/RL 10 Sep 2012 -- The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is pressing Iran to grant his inspectors access "without further delay" to a military site where Iran is believed to conducting nuclear activities.
IAEA Demands Access to Iranian Military Site RIA Novosti 10 Sep 2012 -- The head of the UN's nuclear watchdog urged Iran on Monday to grant IAEA inspectors immediate access to the Parchin facility, the agency reported on its website.
UN atomic agency calls on Iran to grant inspectors access to military site UN News Centre 10 Sep 2012 -- The head of the United Nations nuclear watchdog today renewed his call on Iran to grant inspectors access to the Parchin nuclear facility site.
IAEA Demands Access to Iranian Military Site VOA 10 Sep 2012 -- The United Nations nuclear watchdog chief demanded on Monday that Iran give U.N. inspectors 'without further delay' access to a disputed military site where they believe Iran ran may have conducted tests tied to the development of nuclear weapons.
Ryabkov: Iran's N-program non-military in nature IRNA 09 Sep 2012 -- Deputy Russian Foreign Minister Sergey A. Ryabkov says Iran's nuclear program is not military in nature.
Iran: Canada's action is unconventional, misuse of int'l laws IRNA 08 Sep 2012 -- Islamic Republic of Iran Ministry of Foreign Affairs says Canada's action to close its embassy in Tehran and expel Iranian diplomats from Ottawa is unprofessional, unconventional, unjustifiable, and a misuse of international laws.
Moscow believes pressure on Iran will hinder Iran-G5+1 talks IRNA 08 Sep 2012 -- Russian Ambassador to Tehran Levan Dzhagaryan said on Saturday that building up pressures on Iran during talks with the G5+1 would bring about problems.
Iran Says Canada Under Influence of 'Zionist Regime' VOA 08 Sep 2012 -- Iran says Canada is "under the influence of the Zionist regime," following Ottawa's decision to suspend diplomatic relations with Tehran.
Ryabkov: Iran-IAEA cooperation is satisfactory IRNA 07 Sep 2012 -- Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said that the cooperation between Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is at a satisfactory level.
Canada Cuts Ties with Iran RIA Novosti 07 Sep 2012 -- Canada has frozen diplomatic relations with Iran and will expel Iranian diplomats from Canada, Foreign Minister John Baird announced on Friday.
Russia Says No Evidence Iran Working On Nuclear Arms RFE/RL 06 Sep 2012 -- A senior Russian official says Moscow has seen no evidence indicating that Iran is working on a nuclear weapon.
Soltanieh calls for Iran-IAEA technical cooperation away from media hype IRNA 06 Sep 2012 -- Iran's representative to IAEA Ali Asghar Soltanieh on Thursday called for Iran-IAEA technical cooperation away from media hype.
Reza’ie: Resistance economy not same as austerity economy IRNA 06 Sep 2012 -- Secretary of Iran’s Expediency Council Mohsen Reza’ie said here Wednesday Iran’s newly adopted resistance economy is by no means the same as well known austerity economy.
U.S. Warns Iraq Not To Let Iran Fly Weapons Over To Syria RFE/RL 05 Sep 2012 -- Three U.S. senators have warned Iraq's Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki not to allow Iran to fly over Iraqi airspace to deliver weapons and equipment to Syria.
Iran closely watching US moves in Persian Gulf: IRGC navy commander IRNA 05 Sep 2012 -- Navy of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps are closely and seriously watching every move made by the US forces in the Persian Gulf.
Navy commander: Dispatching of 21 fleet to int'l waters proves Iran’s might IRNA 05 Sep 2012 -- The successful dispatching of 21 fleet to the international waters in the past three years is a sign of Iran’s military might and power.
Iran Releases Azerbaijani Poets Accused Of Spying RFE/RL 05 Sep 2012 -- Iran has released two Azerbaijani poets who were arrested in May for alleged espionage.
Iran's Ahmadinejad Accused Of Planning Putin-Style Power Grab RFE/RL 05 Sep 2012 -- A recent comment by Iran's President Mahmud Ahmadinejad has revived speculation about his political future.
Iran to Get Full Control of Bushehr Nuclear Plant in Dec. RIA Novosti 04 Sep 2012 -- Iran will be on its own with its first nuclear power plant after Russia officially hands Bushehr over at the end of December.
Tehran Plans Massive Military Drills RIA Novosti 04 Sep 2012 -- The Iranian Army will hold a series of exercises with airborne and armor units before the end of the current Iranian calendar year.
Mir Hossein Musavi 'Is Fine' RFE/RL 04 Sep 2012 -- "[Mir Hossein Musavi's] health is fine," Iranian Judiciary spokesman Mohseni Ejei was quoted as saying at a September 3 press briefing with reporters.
Iran Frees Two Azeri ‘Spies’ RIA Novosti 04 Sep 2012 -- Tehran has released the two Azeri nationals who were arrested in May on espionage charges, Foreign Ministry Spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast said.
White House: 'No Daylight' Between US, Israel Over Iran Nuclear Program VOA 03 Sep 2012 -- The White House says Israel and the United states are commited to preventing Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon, but there is still time to pursue diplomacy.
Iran General Claims Progress On New Air Defense System RFE/RL 03 Sep 2012 -- The commander of Iran's air defense forces has said that Iran has completed about 30 percent of a new missile defense system.
Navy to expand presence in international waters IRNA 03 Sep 2012 -- Navy Commander Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari said that Iran’s naval forces are to expand their presence in the international waters in order to safeguard the country’s interests and rights.
Iran Warns of Oil Price Hike RIA Novosti 03 Sep 2012 -- The current embargo on Iranian oil and political pressure on the Islamic Republic will result in higher oil prices on international markets, Petroleum Minister Rostam Qasemi said.
Iran in Talks with Russian Oil, Gas Companies - Minister RIA Novosti 03 Sep 2012 -- Tehran is conducting negotiations with Russian companies about cooperation in the oil and gas sector, Petroleum Minister Rostam Qasemi said.
Netanyahu Urges International 'Red Line' To Stop Iran RFE/RL 02 Sep 2012 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has urged major world powers to set "a clear red line" for Iran's nuclear program.
North Korea, Iran Vow Stronger Ties RFE/RL 02 Sep 2012 -- North Korea and Iran have taken a vow to strengthen ties and increase science and technological cooperation.
MOU Signed between DPRK and Iran KCNA 02 Sep 2012 -- MOU on cooperation in science, technology and education between the governments of the DPRK and Iran was signed in Tehran.
Talks Held between Kim Yong Nam and Mahmoud Ahmadinejad KCNA 02 Sep 2012 -- Kim Yong Nam, president of the Presidium of the DPRK Supreme People's Assembly, held talks with Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, president of Iran, at the Presidential Palace.
Bahrain Demands Apology From Iran For Translation Error RFE/RL 02 Sep 2012 -- Bahrain has demanded an apology from Iran for an incorrect translation of a speech that appeared to list the island nation as one of the Arab states to have experienced a revolution in the past year.
NAM Summit Backs Iran's Right To Nuclear Power RFE/RL 01 Sep 2012 -- The 120-nation Non-Aligned Movement has wrapped up its summit in Tehran with a declaration supporting Iran's right to the peaceful use of nuclear power.
Supreme Leader: Iran determined to attain its lofty goals IRNA 01 Sep 2012 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei said that the Islamic Republic of Iran is determined to pave its path to attain its lofty goals.
Iran, North Korea sign agreement on scientific, academic, technological cooperation IRNA 01 Sep 2012 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran and North Korea signed a document on expansion of mutual cooperation in scientific, academic and technological know-how between the two countries.

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