March 2013 - Iran Special Weapons News

Iraq to Tighten Searches of Iran-Syria Flights - Media RIA Novosti 31 Mar 2013 -- Iraq has announced it would search more Iranian aircraft flying via its airspace to Syria, soon after US State Secretary John Kerry slammed Baghdad for taking no action in that regard, media reported Saturday.
Minister: Iran ready to offer demining expertise without any political motivation IRNA 31 Mar 2013 -- Minister of Defense and Logistics of Armed Forces, Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi, said on Sunday that the Islamic Republic of Iran is ready to offer its mine sweeping expertise on humanitarian ground without political considerations.
India to create multi-million-dollar fund to insure Iran crude imports Iran Press TV 31 Mar 2013 -- India is set to create a multi-million-dollar Energy Insurance Pool (EIP) fund as part of efforts to support local insurers giving coverage to refiners processing Iranian crude oil.
India not to halt oil imports from Iran IRNA 31 Mar 2013 -- Notwithstanding the tightening of sanctions by US and European Union (EU), India does not intend to halt imports of crude oil from Iran.
India not to halt oil imports from Iran IRNA 31 Mar 2013 -- Notwithstanding the tightening of sanctions by US and European Union (EU), India does not intend to halt imports of crude oil from Iran.
Minister: Iran ready to offer demining expertise without any political motivation IRNA 31 Mar 2013 -- Minister of Defense and Logistics of Armed Forces, Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi, said on Sunday that the Islamic Republic of Iran is ready to offer its mine sweeping expertise on humanitarian ground without political considerations.
India to create multi-million-dollar fund to insure Iran crude imports Iran Press TV 31 Mar 2013 -- India is set to create a multi-million-dollar Energy Insurance Pool (EIP) fund as part of efforts to support local insurers giving coverage to refiners processing Iranian crude oil.
Mehmanparast highlights Iran's policy of stability, peace and security in region IRNA 30 Mar 2013 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast highlighted Iran's policy of establishing stability, security and peace in the region.
P5+1 had more realistic approach in Almaty talks: Iranian official Iran Press TV 30 Mar 2013 -- A high-ranking Iranian official says the last round of the negotiations between Iran and the P5+1 in the Kazakh city of Almaty showed that the six major world powers have taken a more realistic approach to Tehran's nuclear case.
Iran will not negotiate on its Persian Gulf islands: Iranian lawmaker Iran Press TV 29 Mar 2013 -- The Iranian delegation to the 128th assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) has reiterated Iran's sovereignty over the three Persian Gulf islands of the Greater Tunb, the Lesser Tunb, and Abu Musa.
Iran, N.Korea, Syria Block Global Arms Treaty RIA Novosti 29 Mar 2013 -- Delegations from 193 UN member states failed to reach unanimity on the first international treaty establishing rules for cross-border conventional arms trade, due to objections from Iran, North Korea and Syria.
Western sanctions have failed to impede Iran's progress: Mehmanparast Iran Press TV 29 Mar 2013 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman says the Western sanctions on Iran have failed to impede the Islamic Republic's progress in various fields of science.
Iran to build first small oil refinery in Golestan Province Iran Press TV 29 Mar 2013 -- Head of Iran's Oil Products Exporters Union says the Islamic Republic is planning to build its first small oil refinery in the northeastern province of Golestan.
Negotiations between Iran and P5+1 making progress: Iran FM Iran Press TV 29 Mar 2013 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi says negotiations between Iran and the six major world powers over the Islamic Republic's nuclear energy program are moving forward.
Iran rejects talks on UAE claims on Iranian islands in Persian Gulf IRNA 28 Mar 2013 -- Iranian delegation at 128th Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) here Thursday rejected any call for negotiation on Iranian Islands of the Greater Tunb, the Lesser Tunb and Abu Musa baselessly claimed by United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Majlis Speaker hails defense power of Iranian armed forces IRNA 27 Mar 2013 -- Majlis (Parliament) speaker Ali Larijani on Wednesday praised defense power of Iranian armed forces saying that western and regional powers are well aware of preparedness of Iranian defense power and that they enjoy support from the nation.
Nuclear achievements neutralizing Western sanctions: Iran MP Iran Press TV 27 Mar 2013 -- Iranian lawmaker Mansour Haqiqatpour says the speedy progress of the country's nuclear energy program has rendered illegal Western sanctions futile.
Iran strongly protests to Saudi government over alleged financing spy network IRNA 27 Mar 2013 -- Saudi charge d'affaires in Tehran was summoned to Foreign Ministry on Wednesday to hear Iran's strong protest to Saudi government over alleged Iranian intelligence service financing spy network in Saudi Arabia.
Iran summons Saudi chargé d'affaires over spy cell allegations Iran Press TV 27 Mar 2013 -- Iran has summoned the Saudi Arabia's chargé d'affaires in Tehran over Riyadh's allegations that the Islamic Republic has links to a spy cell in the Arab kingdom.
US, Israel cyber attacks on Iran act of force: NATO PressTV 26 Mar 2013 -- A NATO-commissioned international group of researchers says the 2009 Stuxnet attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities constituted “an act of force.”
Saudi Arabia Says Spy Ring Worked For Iran RFE/RL 26 Mar 2013 -- Saudi Arabia says an investigation shows that members of an alleged spy ring arrested last week were working for Iran.
Decision Time For Iran's Great Reformist Hope RFE/RL 26 Mar 2013 -- To run or not to run, that is the question for Mohammad Khatami.
India insists on continuing Iran oil imports PressTV 26 Mar 2013 -- India’s Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister M. Veerappa Moily has emphasized that his country will not halt imports of Iranian crude oil, rejecting recent Western news reports to the contrary.
Iranians skeptical about US calls for direct talks: MP Iran Press TV 24 Mar 2013 -- An Iranian lawmaker says the country remains skeptical about the US intentions and cannot trust Washington's calls for direct negotiations.
Iran Navy to boost presence in international waters: Iran MP Iran Press TV 24 Mar 2013 -- An Iranian legislator has praised the high capabilities of the Iranian naval forces, saying that the Islamic Republic's Navy plans to enhance its presence in the international waters.
Iran rejects Saudi Arabia's espionage allegations Iran Press TV 24 Mar 2013 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast has dismissed Saudi Arabia's claims about the presence of an Iranian national in an alleged spy network in the country.
Enemies unable to isolate Iran by sanctions, propaganda: Official Iran Press TV 22 Mar 2013 -- Iran Foreign Ministry spokesman says the Islamic Republic has managed to foil the enemies' sanctions and their attempts to isolate the Islamic Republic.
Khamenei Leaves Door Open To Direct Nuclear Talks With U.S. RFE/RL 22 Mar 2013 -- Iran's supreme leader, who's known for his staunch opposition to talks with the United States on Iran's nuclear program, said in a speech to mark the Persian New Year on March 21 that he's not opposed to direct talks with Washington.
US Secret Service Fired Gun Near Iranian Leader in '06—Book RIA Novosti 22 Mar 2013 -- A US Secret Service agent accidentally fired a shotgun near Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's motorcade during his 2006 visit to Manhattan for the United Nations General Assembly, jolting White House officials who learned of the incident in an intelligence briefing, according to a new book.
Iran's 24th naval fleet berths in Sri Lankan port IRNA 21 Mar 2013 -- Iran's helicopter-carrier vessel and Sabalan destroyer berthed in Sri Lanka's Colombo port on Thursday.
Iran's Navy 24th fleet docks at Sri Lankan port Iran Press TV 21 Mar 2013 -- The 24th fleet of Iran's Navy has docked at a port in Sri Lanka after patrolling Southeast Asia's Strait of Malacca and successfully conducting its mission in the Indian and Pacific oceans.
Iran Vows To Destroy Israeli Cities If Attacked RFE/RL 21 Mar 2013 -- Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei says Iran will destroy the Israeli cities of Tel Aviv and Haifa if it comes under attack by the Jewish state.
Southcom Chief: Iran Working to Expand Influence in Latin America AFPS 20 Mar 2013 -- U.S. Southern Command's top officer told Congress today that Iran is actively working to expand its presence in Latin America to cultivate allies at a time when Tehran is facing tough U.S and international sanctions for its alleged nuclear weapons program.
Obama: Not Much Difference with Israel on Iran Nuclear Assessment VOA 20 Mar 2013 -- U.S. President Barack Obama says there is not much difference between U.S. and Israeli assessments of how close Iran is to potentially developing a nuclear weapon.
Iran envoy hopeful of "breakthrough" in nuclear talks Iran Press TV 20 Mar 2013 -- Iran Ambassador to the UN Mohammad Khazaei has expressed hope for a "breakthrough" in the upcoming nuclear talks between Tehran and the world powers of the P5+1 group.
5+1 Group presents nuclear proposals to Iran IRNA 19 Mar 2013 -- The Russian News Agency, RIA Novosti, in a report on the talks between the nuclear experts of Iran and 6 major powers, said the 5+1 group presented a package to the Iranian side which could' remove the two sides' differences on Iran's nuclear programme'.
Talks between Iran, G5+1 end in Istanbul IRNA 19 Mar 2013 -- Three round of talks between the Islamic Republic of Iran and G5+1 behind closed door in Istanbul concluded Monday night, it was announced on Tuesday.
Deputy Oil Min: Sanctions made known internal industrial capabilities IRNA 19 Mar 2013 -- Deputy Oil Minister and Managing Director of National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) said here Monday despite entire imposed sanctions against Iran we see numerous appropriate opportunities for manifestation of industrial capabilities.
'Iran, P5+1 reviewed proposals put forward in Istanbul meeting' Iran Press TV 19 Mar 2013 -- Iran says the experts of Iran and the group of six major world powers have reviewed proposals put forward by the both sides in their meeting in the Turkish city of Istanbul.
P5+1 experts give Iran further details on 'revised proposal': EU official Iran Press TV 19 Mar 2013 -- A senior EU official says the experts of the group of six major world powers have presented Iran with further details about their 'revised confidence-building proposal.'
Iran, P5+1 begin second day of expert-level talks in Istanbul Iran Press TV 18 Mar 2013 -- Iran and the five permanent members of the UN Security Council plus Germany (P5+1) have started their second day of expert-level nuclear talks in the Turkish city of Istanbul.
New indigenous destroyer launched in Caspian Sea IRNA 17 Mar 2013 -- The Jamaran-2 destroyer was launched in the Caspian Sea waters Sunday in this northern port city in the presence of President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.
Ahmadinejad: Iran's progress serves regional security IRNA 17 Mar 2013 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Sunday that Iran's development and progress serve the security of the Caspian Sea region.
Iran launches indigenous Jamaran 2 destroyer in Caspian Sea Iran Press TV 17 Mar 2013 -- Iran launches the indigenously-manufactured Jamaran 2 destroyer in the Caspian Sea near the northern port city of Bandar Anzali in the presence of President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.
Iran Navy warns off Australian plane near Sri Lanka Iran Press TV 17 Mar 2013 -- A top Iranian naval official says Iran's 24th fleet has warned off an Australian reconnaissance plane as it approached the Sri Lankan coast.
Iran to try 18 over nuclear assassinations Iran Press TV 17 Mar 2013 -- Tehran Prosecutor Abbas Ja'fari Dowlatabadi says 18 people will be tried over their involvement in the assassination of the country's nuclear scientists.
Iran to launch indigenous Jamaran-3 destroyer next year Iran Press TV 17 Mar 2013 -- A senior Iranian military official says Iran will launch another indigenous destroyer called Jamaran-3 next year in line with efforts to boost the country's naval capabilities.
FM spokesman: Various methods devised to foil banking sanctions IRNA 16 Mar 2013 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast said various methods have been devised to foil sanctions against Iran's banking.
Salehi: Iran, Argentina are working together to settle accusations about AMIA IRNA 17 Mar 2013 -- Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi said on Sunday that Tehran and Buenos Aires are working together to settle the accusations about AMIA explosion dating back to 1994.
EU's Ashton Urges Push On Iran, Sees 'Possible' Serbia-Kosovo Breakthrough RFE/RL 16 Mar 2013 -- European Union foreign-policy chief Catherine Ashton has called on Western negotiators to be 'determined and creative' in their discussions with Tehran on Iran's nuclear program.
Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel: Missile Defense Announcement DoD 15 Mar 2013
Hagel: U.S. Bolstering Missile Defense AFPS 15 Mar 2013 -- The United States will add more ground-based ballistic missile interceptors to its arsenal to guard against increased threats from North Korea and Iran, Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel announced.
US to Bolster Missile Defense to Counter N. Korea Threat VOA 15 Mar 2013 -- U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel has announced plans to counter growing military threats from North Korea with 14 additional ground-based missile interceptors in Alaska.
Obama in Mideast - Substance and Symbolism VOA 15 Mar 2013 -- As President Barack Obama arrives in Israel on the first leg of his Middle East trip next week, many Israelis are hoping his visit will reaffirm his commitment to Israel.
Obama pledges more Iran talks, rebuffing Israeli push for military bid PressTV 15 Mar 2013 -- US President Barack Obama has reiterated his pledge to negotiate with Iran on concerns over its nuclear energy program.
U.S. Says Iran Fighter Approached Drone RFE/RL 15 Mar 2013 -- The Pentagon says an Iranian fighter jet approached a U.S. surveillance drone over the Persian Gulf.
Iranian fighter jet chases US spy drone over Persian Gulf PressTV 15 Mar 2013 -- An Iranian fighter jet has pursued a US surveillance drone over the Persian Gulf, the Pentagon says.
Iran Navy to sail Atlantic Ocean soon: Navy cmdr. PressTV 15 Mar 2013 -- Iran Navy commander says Iranian naval forces will be sailing the Atlantic Ocean after their successful mission in the Pacific Ocean and crossing the Equator.
Iranian navy to be present in Atlantic Ocean soon: Commander IRNA 15 Mar 2013 -- Navy aims to be present in the Atlantic Ocean in the next Iranian year (starts March 21), Navy Commander Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari said.
Iran launches indigenous Damavand destroyer PressTV 15 Mar 2013 -- Iran has launched a new indigenous destroyer called Damavand in line with the Islamic Republic's efforts to boast its naval supremacy.
Iran docks Damavand destroyer for test purposes IRNA 15 Mar 2013 -- Domestically-made Damavand destroyer was docked for test, Commander of the Iranian navy for research and self-sufficiency jihad Rear Admiral Ali Gholamzadeh said.
Pakistan’s FM downplays US threats over gas project with Iran PressTV 15 Mar 2013 -- Pakistani Foreign Minister Hina Rabbani Khar has downplayed Washington’s threats of imposing sanctions on Islamabad over a joint gas pipeline project with Iran.
Press Briefing by Deputy National Security Advisor for Strategic Communications Ben Rhodes and U.S. Ambassador to Israel Dan Shapiro The White House 14 Mar 2013
Obama, US Officials Reiterate All Options Open on Iran VOA 14 Mar 2013 -- U.S. President Barack Obama has reiterated his determination to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon.
Iran’s nuclear issue should be resolved through dialogue: IAEA IRNA 14 Mar 2013 -- Iran’s nuclear issue should be resolved through dialogue, said Yukiya Amano.
Companies Sanctioned under the Iran Sanctions Act and the Iran Threat Reduction and Syria Human Rights Act US Dept. of State 14 Mar 2013
11 nations granted waivers of US sanctions on Iran PressTV 14 Mar 2013 -- The United States has granted new waivers on Iran sanctions to 11 countries in exchange for their reductions of purchases of Iranian crude oil.
Iran’s Army successfully test-fires short-range missiles PressTV 14 Mar 2013 -- The Ground Forces of the Iranian Army have successfully test-fired two short-range missiles during a day-long military exercise in the central city of Kashan.
Iran successfully test-fires two missiles in military drills IRNA 14 Mar 2013 -- Iran’s Army Ground Forces successfully test-fired two new rockets dubbed Naze’at-10 and Fajr-5 during a military exercise began in central Iran.
Iranian Jet Fails to Intercept Unmanned U.S. Aircraft AFPS 14 Mar 2013 -- An Iranian military jet tried to intercept an unarmed American MQ-1 remotely piloted aircraft over international waters March 12 but it was discouraged from accomplishing that mission.
Pentagon: Iranian Warplane Moves Against US Drone in Gulf VOA 14 Mar 2013 -- The Pentagon says an Iranian warplane approached an unarmed U.S. military surveillance drone earlier this week over international waters in the Persian Gulf.
UN's Iran Rights Rapporteur Says Sanctions Could Worsen Situation RFE/RL 14 Mar 2013 -- The United Nations special rapporteur for human rights in Iran, Ahmed Shaheed, says his work has had a positive impact on the rights situation in the Islamic republic.
Fifth Iranian Announces Intention To Run For President RFE/RL 14 Mar 2013 -- Iranian parliamentary deputy speaker Mohammad Reza Bahonar has publicly announced his intention to run for president.
Majlis vice speaker Bahonar declares candidacy for presidential election PressTV 14 Mar 2013 -- First Vice Speaker of Iran’s Majlis Mohammad Reza Bahonar has officially announced his candidacy for the country’s forthcoming presidential election due in June.
Syria Issue Likely to Come Up During Obama's Mideast Trip VOA 13 Mar 2013 -- President Obama's trip to the Middle East is primarily about how to find a path to peace between Israelis and Palestinians.
Bushehr nuclear power plant undergoing safety checks: Iran PressTV 13 Mar 2013 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran says Bushehr nuclear power plant is undergoing safety checks to become ready for transfer to Iran’s full control.
AEOI chief: Interruption in operation of Bushehr power plant normal IRNA 13 Mar 2013 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran said that interruption in activities of the Bushehr nuclear power plant in southern Iran is "normal" as the facility is currently in a pilot phase.
Regarding Significant Reductions of Iranian Crude Oil Purchases US Dept. of State 13 Mar 2013
Expediency Council member Hassan Rohani to run for president PressTV 13 Mar 2013 -- Iran's Moderation and Development Party has announced senior member of Expediency Council, Hassan Rohani, as its candidate for the forthcoming presidential election in June.
Notice - Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Iran The White House 12 Mar 2013
Message - Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Iran The White House 12 Mar 2013
UN Expert Says Iranian Rights Abuses Increasing VOA 12 Mar 2013 -- Iran is blasting the findings of a United Nations researcher who alleges an increase in torture, executions and repression of free expression in the country.
US threatens Pakistan with sanctions over gas pipeline deal with Iran PressTV 12 Mar 2013 -- The US State Department has threatened Islamabad with sanctions if the country goes through with a joint multi-billion-dollar gas pipeline project with Iran.
EU Names Iranians On Sanctions List RFE/RL 12 Mar 2013 -- The European Union has released the names of a new group of Iranians subject to sanctions for alleged human rights violations.
Iran, Armenia Find Solidarity in Isolation VOA 12 Mar 2013 -- While the West seeks to isolate Iran over its disputed nuclear program, landlocked Armenia seeks to build relations with its neighbor - without violating international sanctions.
Iran detects, repels US U2 reconnaissance plane: Cmdr. PressTV 12 Mar 2013 -- A senior Iranian commander says the country identified and repelled an American U2 reconnaissance plane.
Iran, Iraq navies sign cooperation agreement PressTV 12 Mar 2013 -- The navies of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps and Iraq have signed an agreement to expand cooperation between the naval forces of the two countries.
Iran Army to test-fire new missiles PressTV 12 Mar 2013 -- The Ground Forces of the Iranian Army are planning to stage a one-day missile drill in central Iran on Thursday.
Iran to launch Jamaran 2 destroyer in Caspian Sea PressTV 12 Mar 2013 -- Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi says the country plans to launch the indigenous Jamaran 2 destroyer in the Caspian Sea in the near future.
Supreme Leader decides future of Iran-US relations: Rezaie IRNA 11 Mar 2013 -- Supreme Leader Ayatollah Sayyed Ali Khamenei is the only person who is authorized to decide about Tehran-Washington relations, the secretary of the Expediency Council, Mohsen Rezaei, said.
Iran's Army to test-fire new indigenous missile systems PressTV 11 Mar 2013 -- A senior Iranian commander says the Army Ground Forces plan to test-fire new indigenously-manufactured missile systems in an upcoming military exercise.
EU Expands List Of Targets For Iran Rights Sanctions RFE/RL 11 Mar 2013 -- The European Union has imposed further sanctions against Iran for alleged human rights violations.
EU bolsters sanctions on Iran over alleged human rights abuse PressTV 11 Mar 2013 -- Foreign ministers of the European Union have imposed sanctions against nine Iranian individuals over allegations of "serious human rights violations."
Human rights situation in Iran warrants serious concern, UN expert reports UN News Centre 11 Mar 2013 -- An independent United Nations expert voiced serious concern about the general situation of human rights in Iran.
Pakistan, Iran to Inaugurate Controversial Gas Pipeline VOA 11 Mar 2013 -- Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari is in Iran to inaugurate the construction of a new pipeline that could supply energy-starved Pakistan with natural gas.
Iranian, Pakistani Presidents Inaugurate Gas Pipeline RFE/RL 11 Mar 2013 -- Iran and Pakistan have inaugurated the building of a natural-gas pipeline linking the two countries that has been firmly opposed by the United States.
Iranian President Under Fire For Hugging Chavez's Mother RFE/RL 10 Mar 2013 -- Iranian President Mahmud Ahmadinejad is in trouble for embracing the mother of Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez, who died last week following a battle with cancer.
Iran Navy chief urges establishment of regional security IRNA 10 Mar 2013 -- Navy Commander Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari in Muscat underlined the need for establishment of security in the region without presence of foreign forces.
Iran to Test Fire 3 New Missiles RIA Novosti 09 Mar 2013 -- Iran’s army will test-fire three new types of missiles during an upcoming military drill, a top military commander said.
EU to impose new sanctions on Iran: European diplomats PressTV 08 Mar 2013 -- The European Union is planning to impose sanctions on nine Iranians over allegations of violations of human rights.
China opposes ‘blind’ sanctions on Iran, defends Iran's nuclear rights PressTV 08 Mar 2013 -- Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Hua Chunying has reaffirmed her country’s support for Iran’s right to peaceful nuclear energy.
P5+1 closer to Iran’s stance at Almaty talks: Diplomat PressTV 08 Mar 2013 -- A senior Iranian diplomat says the proposals recently tabled by the group of six major world powers over the issues regarding Iran’s nuclear program incorporate more logical elements which are closer to Tehran’s views.
Iran Looks To Car Exports To Power It Through Sanctions RFE/RL 08 Mar 2013 -- Western sanctions may be sapping Iran's economic strength, but Tehran believes it still has an ace to play: its automotive industry, the country's second-biggest export earner after oil and gas.
Iran military not present in Syria: Cmdr. PressTV 08 Mar 2013 -- Chief of Staff of Iran's Armed Forces Major General Hassan Firouzabadi says the Islamic Republic has no military presence in Syria.
Sixth Anniversary of the Disappearance of Robert Levinson US Dept. of State 08 Mar 2013
China reiterates opposition to unilateral sanctions on Iran PressTV 07 Mar 2013 -- China's deputy permanent representative to the United Nations has reiterated Beijing’s opposition to the US-led unilateral sanctions against Iran over its nuclear energy program.
Iran 24th fleet heading for Malacca Strait after China stop PressTV 07 Mar 2013 -- Iran's Navy Commander Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari says the 24th fleet of the country’s Navy is leaving China's port city of Zhangjiagang for the Strait of Malacca.
FBI Committed to Safely Bring Home Ex-Agent Missing in Iran VOA 07 Mar 2013 -- The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation says it remains committed to safely bringing home a former agent who went missing in Iran six years ago this week.
Ahmadinejad Under Fire For Making Chavez A Messiah RFE/RL 07 Mar 2013 -- Mahmud Ahmadinejad's eulogy to Hugo Chavez might have come from the heart, but it has drawn the Iranian president criticism at home.
U.S. Commander: Sanctions On Iran 'Not Working' RFE/RL 06 Mar 2013 -- The top U.S. commander in the Middle East says the current sanctions and diplomatic efforts to stop Iran from gaining nuclear capabilities are not working.
Sanctions against Iran are not working, US commander says PressTV 06 Mar 2013 -- A top US commander says the US-engineered sanctions against the Islamic Republic of Iran are not working.
US: Iran Committed to 'Defiance, Delay' with Nuclear Program VOA 06 Mar 2013 -- The United States has expressed concern about Iran's failure to address international questions about its nuclear program, saying Tehran is committed to "deception, defiance and delay."
U.S. Accuses Iran Of Nuclear 'Deception, Defiance, And Delay' RFE/RL 06 Mar 2013 -- The United States has warned Iran it faces further isolation and pressure if it fails to address international concerns about its nuclear program.
Tehran condemns Amano for 'remote-controlling' negotiations PressTV 06 Mar 2013 -- Iran has strongly criticized the International Atomic Energy Agency for mishandling the Islamic Republic’s nuclear energy program and “remote-controlling” its negotiations with Tehran.
Inspectors, Tehran Wrestle Over Access To Parchin Site RFE/RL 06 Mar 2013 -- Will Iran ever let international nuclear inspectors visit the Parchin military complex near Tehran?
Soltanieh: IAEA calls for inspection of Parchin site prior to signing Modality Plan unjustifiable IRNA 06 Mar 2013 -- Iran's Ambassador to the IAEA Soltanieh said that the request made by IAEA director general for inspection of Parchin site prior to signing Modality Plan is unjustifiable and only politicizes the issue.
US offers to talk with Iran in 'good faith,' takes threatening tone PressTV 06 Mar 2013 -- US Secretary of State John Kerry says Washington is ready to negotiate with Iran over its nuclear energy program in “a spirit of good faith,” while a top American general claims the US ‘can bring Iran to its knees.’
Iran to announce new nuclear achievements soon, Abbasi IRNA 06 Mar 2013 -- Head of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran Fereydoun Abbasi said Iran will announce new nuclear achievements soon.
The Decline of Iran in Muslim Eyes VOA 06 Mar 2013 -- Iran, once admired by many many in the Middle East for resisting U.S. influence in the region, is rapidly losing support among the Arab and Muslim public, according to a new public poll.
Ahmadinejad Predicts Chavez Will Return Alongside Jesus, Hidden Imam RFE/RL 06 Mar 2013 -- The death of Venezuelan leader Hugo Chavez has prompted eulogies from around the world, but few of the messages have been as eccentric as the second-coming predicted by Iran's president.
Venezuela's Chavez Built Ties With Iran VOA 06 Mar 2013 -- Venezuela’s President Hugo Chavez, who died, developed a close relationship with the leaders of Iran, despite Western sanctions on Tehran because of its controversial nuclear program.
Secretary Kerry Remarks With Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani After Their Meeting US Dept. of State 05 Mar 2013
Readout of Secretary Chuck Hagel’s Meeting with Israeli Minister of Defense Ehud Barak DoD 05 Mar 2013
Hagel, Barak Discuss Syria, Iran AFPS 05 Mar 2013 -- Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel and Israeli Defense Minister Ehud Barak held talks at the Pentagon today on issues including Syria and Iran, Pentagon Press Secretary George Little said.
Mattis: Iran ‘Most Significant Threat’ To Regional Stability AFPS 05 Mar 2013 -- Iran’s behavior poses the greatest risk to stability in the Middle East, the commander of U.S. Central Command said here today.
Netanyahu Says Iran Nearing 'Red Line' RFE/RL 05 Mar 2013 -- Iran has received fresh international warnings over its controversial nuclear program.
Hawkish Israeli premier calls for 'military threat' against Iran PressTV 05 Mar 2013 -- The firebrand Israeli premier has once again called for a “clear and credible military threat” against Iran.
P5+1 sticks to ‘diplomatic solution’ on Iran nuclear issue PressTV 05 Mar 2013 -- The world powers of the P5+1 group have underscored their commitment to finding a diplomatic solution to Iran nuclear issue.
Continuation of P5+1 logical approach may lead to positive results: Iran PressTV 05 Mar 2013 -- Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman says if the P5+1 group of six major world powers continues its logical approach, future talks over Tehran’s nuclear energy program can yield results acceptable to both sides.
Iran-P5+1 talks heading in right direction: Iranian FM PressTV 05 Mar 2013 -- Iran’s Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi says the talks between Tehran and the P5+1 group of six major world powers over the Iranian nuclear energy program are on the right track.
Iran on 1st day agenda of IAEA board of governors meeting IRNA 05 Mar 2013 -- IAEA Chief Yokia Amano's emphasis that the international agency's talks with Iran would continue.
Iran slams latest UN human rights report PressTV 05 Mar 2013 -- The Iranian Judiciary’s Human Rights Committee has dismissed a recent report by the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in Iran.
Zardari Says Iran-Pakistani Pipeline To Go Ahead RFE/RL 05 Mar 2013 -- Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari has announced that Pakistan will go ahead with a long-delayed gas pipeline project with Iran despite objections from Washington.
Secretary Kerry Remarks With Saudi Arabian Foreign Minister Saud al-Faisal After Their Meeting US Dept. of State 04 Mar 2013
Kerry Sees 'Finite' Time for Iran Nuclear Talks VOA 04 Mar 2013 -- US Secretary of State John Kerry said there was "finite" time for talks between Iran and world powers on its disputed nuclear programme to bear fruit, but gave no hint how long Washington may be willing to negotiate.
Kerry Talks Regional Issues With Gulf Arab Leaders VOA 04 Mar 2013 -- U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry says there is a “finite amount of time” for talks on Iran's nuclear program.
UN nuclear watchdog reports on Fukushima accident, Iran and DPR Korea UN News Centre 04 Mar 2013 -- Head of IAEA presented a report in which he voiced concern about issues relating to Iran and the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea.
IAEA Chief Calls for Iran to Open Key Site VOA 04 Mar 2013 -- The head of the United Nations nuclear agency is stepping up pressure on Iran to address suspicions over nuclear weapons development.
IAEA urges swift access to Iran’s Parchin military site PressTV 04 Mar 2013 -- Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency Yukiya Amano has urged Iran to give international inspectors swift access to the Parchin military site located in the south of Tehran.
Kerry, IAEA Urge Progress On Nuclear Issue RFE/RL 04 Mar 2013 -- U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry and the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency have pressed Iran on making progress on the nuclear issue.
US prefers diplomacy to resolve Iran nuclear issue: Kerry PressTV 04 Mar 2013 -- US Secretary of State John Kerry says America and Saudi Arabia prefer diplomatic channels for the settlement of issues related to Iran’s nuclear energy program.
VP Biden: US Not Bluffing on Iranian Nuclear Weapons VOA 04 Mar 2013 -- Vice President Joe Biden says the United States is not bluffing about its determination to stop Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon.
Netanyahu Says Iran Using Diplomacy To 'Buy Time' RFE/RL 04 Mar 2013 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said Iran is using nuclear talks with world powers to "buy time" to work on building a nuclear bomb.
Barak: Iranian Nuclear Program World's 'Greatest Challenge' VOA 04 Mar 2013 -- Israeli Defense Minister Ehud Barak says Iran's nuclear program is the biggest challenge facing Israel, the Middle East and the world.
US should lift pressures as prelude to direct talks IRNA 04 Mar 2013 -- United States of America should remove pressures and prove its honesty as a prelude to possible direct talks between the two countries.
Iran building 3,000 advanced centrifuges: IAEO chief PressTV 04 Mar 2013 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran Fereydoun Abbasi says the Islamic Republic is building 3,000 new-generation uranium enrichment centrifuges.
Iranian Navy’s 24th fleet docks at Chinese port: Iranian commander PressTV 04 Mar 2013 -- An Iranian commander says the 24th fleet of Iran's Navy, currently sailing through international waters, has docked at China's port city of Zhangjiagang.
Iran to launch first professional telecom satellite: Official PressTV 04 Mar 2013 -- Head of Iran Space Agency says the country plans to launch its first professional telecom satellite named Qa’em into space in the coming years to cover Iranian TV channels and radio programs.
Iran Expediency Council secretary Mohsen Rezaei to run for president PressTV 04 Mar 2013 -- The secretary of Iran’s top arbitration body, the Expediency Council, Mohsen Rezaei, has officially announced his candidacy for the next presidential election in June.
'Majlis must ratify Iran-Argentina agreement on AMIA' Iran Press TV 03 Mar 2013 -- A recent agreement between Iran and Argentina to set up a 'truth commission' to investigate the 1994 AMIA Jewish center bombing must be first ratified by the Iranian parliament (Majlis), says the Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister.
Sanctions against Iran will gradually ease from today: Salehi Iran Press TV 03 Mar 2013 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi has announced that the US-engineered sanctions against the Islamic Republic will be gradually removed from today, March 3.
Isfahan nuclear site not dangerous: AEOI chief Iran Press TV 03 Mar 2013 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Fereydoun Abbasi has rejected claims of contamination at Isfahan's Uranium Conversion Facility.
Iran Uses Nuclear Talks to 'Buy Time' for Bomb – Israeli PM RIA Novosti 03 Mar 2013 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday Tehran is "buying time" in the renewed talks with the world powers in an effort to continue its nuclear activities.
Argentina lawmakers pass AMIA deal with Iran Iran Press TV 02 Mar 2013 -- Argentinean lawmakers have passed a deal struck with Iran to set up a "fact-finding commission" to investigate the deadly 1994 bombing of AMIA Jewish center, Press TV reports.
UN officials urge protection, durable solution for residents of Iranian exile camp in Iraq UN News Centre 01 Mar 2013 -- Senior United Nations officials today stressed the need to redouble efforts to resettle residents of an Iranian exile camp near the Iraqi capital, Baghdad, which was the scene of recent attacks, and to find durable solutions for them outside of Iraq.
Iran nuclear issue will be solved: Salehi IRNA 01 Mar 2013 -- Foreign Minister Ali-Akbar Salehi underlined Friday Iran's nuclear issue will be solved, saying that both sides have got the feeling that there is a way out of the problem.
Salehi: Iran to take path ensuring both sides' satisfaction IRNA 01 Mar 2013 -- Foreign Minister Ali-Akbar Salehi expressed optimism about trend of talks between Iran and 5+1 Group, saying Iran will take the path which will finally bring about both sides' satisfaction.
Seddiqi: Any proposal violating Iranian nation's rights rejected IRNA 01 Mar 2013 -- Interim Friday Prayers Leader of Tehran Hojjatoleslam Kazem Sediqi said any proposal violating Iranian nation's rights is rejected and nobody will have the right to compromise over the issue.
NPT only basis for talks about Iran nuclear energy issue: Larijani Iran Press TV 01 Mar 2013 -- Iran' Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani has reiterated that issues relevant to the nation's nuclear energy program can only be resolved through principled talks based on Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) regulations.
Thousands of Iranian long-range missiles await enemies: Iran cmdr. Iran Press TV 01 Mar 2013 -- Thousands of Iran's long-range missiles will defend the Islamic Republic against its enemies, says an Iranian commander.
Iran hopeful about future of P5+1 talks Iran Press TV 01 Mar 2013 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi says he is "optimistic and hopeful" about the future of Tehran's talks with the five permanent members of the UN Security Council plus Germany.
No compromise on Iran nuclear issue: Iran cleric Iran Press TV 01 Mar 2013 -- A senior Iranian cleric says the country's officials are not entitled to consider any compromise with the Western powers over the Islamic Republic's nuclear energy program.

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