October 2013 - Iran Special Weapons News

Sanctions Relief Key to Iran Nuclear Talks VOA 31 Oct 2013 -- As the most substantive dialogue in years unfolds between Tehran and world powers over its controversial nuclear program, Iran is pushing to have crippling international economic sanctions eased.
Iran continues 20% uranium enrichment: Zarif Iran Press TV 31 Oct 2013 -- Iran Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the Islamic Republic will continue to enrich uranium to 20 percent purity in order to power its nuclear research reactor.
Iran Navy expands presence in southeastern coast Iran Press TV 31 Oct 2013 -- Iran Navy Commander Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari says the Iranian naval forces have comprehensive plans to expand their presence along the country's southeastern coastal regions.
Tehran Softens Image Abroad But Remains Hard-Line At Home RFE/RL 31 Oct 2013 -- Soft on the outside, hard on the inside. That may be the best way to describe the often startling contrast between Iran's current foreign and domestic policies.
Iran FM Presses Nuclear Case in South Africa VOA 31 Oct 2013 -- Iran's new foreign minister Mohammad Javad Zarif is visiting the only country in the world to have voluntarily surrendered its nuclear weapons: South Africa.
Ashton's deputy: Iran has taken new approach in N. talks ISNA 30 Oct 2013 -- Deputy to Catherine Ashton, high representative of the EU for foreign affairs and security policy Pierre Vimont said Iran has adopted a new approach in nuclear talks.
'More Iran-IAEA cooperation needs framework' Iran Press TV 30 Oct 2013 -- A top Iranian nuclear negotiator says any cooperation between Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) which is beyond the Safeguards Agreement must be defined within a clear framework and accepted by both sides.
Details of Iran's proposal to IAEA IRNA 29 Oct 2013 -- Deputy Foreign Minister and Member of Iran's nuclear negotiating team Abbas Araqchi announced Iran's new proposals to International Atomic Energy agency ( IAEA).
Iran borderguards have carried 107 operations on southeastern borders in past seven months IRNA 29 Oct 2013 -- Iranian borderguards have carried some 107 operations, on southeastern borders -- 67 of which armed clashes with terrorist groups and drug traffickers in the past seven months, Iran's borderguards chief said on Tuesday.
Iran, IAEA issue joint statement on new action plan to resolve outstanding issues soon IRNA 29 Oct 2013 -- Iran and the IAEA on Tuesday issued a joint statement on adopting a new action plan to resolve the outstanding issues.
Iran-IAEA talks serious, progressive: Iran official Iran Press TV 29 Oct 2013 -- Iran's ambassador to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) says the talks between Tehran and the UN nuclear agency on Monday were "serious and progressive."
Iran, IAEA describe negotiations 'very productive' Iran Press TV 29 Oct 2013 -- Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) have described their two-day negotiations in Austrian capital, Vienna, as "very productive," saying they will meet again on November 11.
Iran says Seeks 'Practical Solution' to Rift with UN Inspectors VOA 29 Oct 2013 -- Iran's new proposal to U.N. inspectors is practical and meant to "solve the issue", an Iranian envoy said before a second day of talks on Tuesday, a hint Tehran may cooperate more with an inquiry into suspected nuclear arms research in the country.
Iran new satellite ready for lift-off into space: Minister Iran Press TV 29 Oct 2013 -- Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Hossein Dehqan says the country's new domestically designed and manufactured satellite is ready to be launched into orbit, and it will be lifted into space in due time.
Iran offers new proposal to IAEA Chief IRNA 28 Oct 2013 -- Deputy Foreign Minister and member of Irans nuclear negotiating team, Abbass Araghchi, said on Monday that Iran has offered new proposal to the IAEA Director General Yukia Amano.
Official: Sanctions left least impacts on country's defense sector IRNA 28 Oct 2013 -- Head of Irans Civil Defense Organization Brigadier General Gholam Reza Jalali said on Monday that the sanctions imposed on Iran have left least impacts on the country's defense sector.
Iran, IAEA must adopt new approach: Araqchi Iran Press TV 28 Oct 2013 -- Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Abbas Araqchi says the time is ripe for Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to adopt a "new approach" in bilateral negotiations.
Iran-IAEA talks to focus on matters of 'substance' Iran Press TV 28 Oct 2013 -- Iran's Ambassador to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) says the forthcoming talks between Tehran and the UN nuclear agency will focus on issues of 'substance.'
EU seeks to tighten Iran bans despite court rulings Iran Press TV 28 Oct 2013 -- The European Union (EU) is trying to bolster unilateral bans imposed against Iran despite recent rulings by the EU courts calling for the removal of sanctions on a number of Iranian entities, a report says.
Pakistan probing Iran border killings: Pak charge d'affaires Iran Press TV 27 Oct 2013 -- Pakistan's charge d'affaires in Iran says Islamabad is investigating the recent deadly attack on Iranian border guards from Pakistani soil.
SNSC to probe terror attack on borderguards IRNA 27 Oct 2013 -- Deputy Interior Minister for Security Affairs Ali Abdollahi said Sunday that the Supreme National Security Council has set up a special committee to investigate the terror attack on Iranian borderguards along Pakistani border in Saravan.
Iran to offer new negotiation approach to IAEA: Araqchi Iran Press TV 27 Oct 2013 -- Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for International and Legal Affairs Abbas Araqchi says the country will propose a new negotiation approach to the UN nuclear agency.
Cheney: Military action in Iran unavoidable Iran Press TV 27 Oct 2013 -- Former US Vice President Dick Cheney said on Sunday that military action in Iran is likely unavoidable in order to stop Iran's nuclear energy program.
EC secretary: Nuclear talks, criteria for assessing US cooperation claim IRNA 26 Oct 2013 -- Secretary of the Expediency Council Mohsen Rezaie says nuclear talks is the criteria for assessing sincerity of the US claims for cooperation with Iran.
MP: West has to recognize Iran's right to enrichment IRNA 26 Oct 2013 -- Deputy of National Security and Foreign Policy Commission of the Iranian parliament Mansour Haqiqatpour said the 5+1 has to recognize Iran's right to 20-percent uranium enrichment within its territory.
Iran continues 20-pc uranium enrichment: MP IRNA 26 Oct 2013 -- A senior parliamentarian said on Saturday that the Islamic Republic of Iran is continuing the enrichment of uranium to the 20 percent level.
US serious for talks with Iran, says State Department Spokesman ISNA 26 Oct 2013 -- The US State Department's Persian spokesman, Alan Eyre, said his country is serious for talks with Iran, adding that easing sanctions imposed against Iran would come in accordance with Iranian measures.
Iran continuing to enrich uranium to 20% level: MP Iran Press TV 26 Oct 2013 -- Senior Iranian lawmaker Alaeddin Boroujerdi says Iran is continuing the enrichment of uranium to the 20-percent purity level.
Iran Hangs 'Rebels' After Border Guard Attack RFE/RL 26 Oct 2013 -- Iran has hanged 16 'rebels' after an attack that killed 14 border guards and wounded five others near the border with Pakistan.
Iran urges Pakistan to further control borders Iran Press TV 26 Oct 2013 -- An Iranian official urges Pakistan to boost control over its borders with the Islamic Republic after a shooting by terrorists killed at least 14 border guards in the southeast of the country.
Iran president calls for probe into border shooting Iran Press TV 26 Oct 2013 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has called for an investigation into a shooting incident in southeast Iran, where 17 border guards were killed by terrorists.
US Nuclear Negotiator Calls for Pause in Iran Sanctions VOA 25 Oct 2013 -- The top U.S. nuclear negotiator is calling for a pause in U.S. congressional efforts to impose sanctions on Iran, weeks after accusing Iran of being deceptive about its nuclear program.
'N-talks must conform to internationally accepted rules' Iran Press TV 24 Oct 2013 -- Iran's Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani says the negotiations between Iran and six major world powers on Tehran's nuclear energy program should be based on internationally accepted regulations.
Iran Foreign Ministry blasts UN rights report as biased Iran Press TV 24 Oct 2013 -- Iran Foreign Ministry spokeswoman has rejected the latest report of the UN special rapporteur on the country's human rights situation, Ahmed Shaheed, as biased and based on political motivations.
Obama briefs Congress on talks with Iran Iran Press TV 24 Oct 2013 -- The administration of President Barack Obama has briefed US congressmen on talks between Iran and the P5+1 group over Tehran's nuclear energy program amid a fresh lobbying effort by Israelis.
Iran Stopped Enriching Uranium to 20% - Iranian Lawmaker RIA Novosti 24 Oct 2013 -- Tehran has halted enrichment of uranium to 20 percent because it has enough stocks at the moment, a senior lawmaker was cited as saying by the Iranian parliament's website.
Press Conference by Special Rapporteur on Human Rights situation in Iran United Nations 24 Oct 2013
Human rights reform must be central to new Iranian Government's agenda – UN expert UN News Centre 24 Oct 2013 -- Human rights reform must be a central aspect of the new Iranian Government's agenda, an independent United Nations expert stressed today, highlighting a number of concerns that must be addressed to protect and promote the well-being of the country's people.
Zarif to brief MPs on Geneva nuclear talks Iran Press TV 23 Oct 2013 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif will appear before Majlis next week to present a report on the latest talks between the Islamic Republic and six major world powers in Geneva on Tehran's nuclear energy program.
Kerry: Iran Must Show Nuclear Program is Peaceful VOA 23 Oct 2013 -- U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry says it is critical that Iran show to the world it is 'undeniably clear' that its nuclear program is peaceful.
Salehi forecasts bright, progressive future for Iran nuclear industry IRNA 22 Oct 2013 -- Head of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran Ali Akbar Salehi forecast a bright and even growing future for the countrys nuclear industry.
Talks with 5+1 held in full coordination with top Iranian officials IRNA 22 Oct 2013 -- Talks with the Group 5+1 take place in full and constant coordination with top Iranian authorities, Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Marziyeh Afkham said Tuesday.
Iran to launch UO2 production line in 3 months IRNA 22 Oct 2013 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Ali Akbar Salehi said Tuesday that production line of the enriched Uranium Oxide (UO2) will be launched in the next three months to feed Bushehr nuclear power plant in southern Iran.
Iran to launch UO2 production line Iran Press TV 22 Oct 2013 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says the production line of natural and enriched UO2 (uranium dioxide) will be launched in full gear within the next few months.
'Nuclear provinces' prioritized in civil defense Iran Press TV 22 Oct 2013 -- Head of Iran's Passive Defense Organization Brigadier General Gholam-Reza Jalali says three "nuclear provinces" are prioritized in passive defense services.
Iran Air Force unaffected by sanctions: Russia general Iran Press TV 22 Oct 2013 -- Russian Air Force Commander-in-Chief Lieutenant General Viktor Bondarev says the ability of the Iranian Air Force to manufacture spare parts, equipment and hardware necessary for military aircraft attests to the ineffectiveness of US-led sanctions on the military force.
Iran won't succumb to West pressures: Cmdr. Iran Press TV 22 Oct 2013 -- A senior Iranian commander says Iran will never surrender to the West's pressure to abandon its nuclear rights during talks with the world powers.
Iran Gives Drone Based on 'Downed' US Spy Plane to Russia RIA Novosti 22 Oct 2013 -- Iran's Revolutionary Guards have presented Russia with an unmanned spy plane that Tehran says was reverse-engineered from a US machine it claims to have captured last year, local media reported.
Israel's Netanyahu Urges Pressure On Iran RFE/RL 21 Oct 2013 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called for increased international pressure on Iran over that country's disputed nuclear program.
Iran gives indigenous ScanEagle drone to Russia Iran Press TV 21 Oct 2013 -- A senior Iranian commander says Iran gave Russia one of its indigenous ScanEagle unmanned aerial vehicles as a sign of friendship and cooperation between the two countries.
Anti-Iran sanctions illegal, failed: Boroujerdi IRNA 20 Oct 2013 -- Chairman of Majlis National Security and Foreign Policy Commission Alaeddin Boroujerdi described sanctions imposed on Iran as illegal, oppressive and failed, saying that Iran has made numerous scientific and technological achievements under sanctions.
Cautious approach to nuclear talks necessary: Iran Speaker Iran Press TV 20 Oct 2013 -- Iran Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani has warned the West against mounting pressure on Tehran during the nuclear talks, stressing the importance of a cautious approach to the negotiations.
Iran, Russia seek to solve S-300 issue: Iran cmdr. Iran Press TV 20 Oct 2013 -- A senior Iranian commander says Tehran and Moscow want to find a solution to their dispute regarding the delivery of Russian-made S-300 missile systems to the Islamic Republic.
Iran, Russia Air Force commanders meet in Tehran Iran Press TV 20 Oct 2013 -- The Iranian and Russian Air Force commanders have met in the Iranian capital, Tehran, to exchange views on ways of further expanding Tehran-Moscow cooperation in military and defense sectors.
Logical, fair nuclear talks productive: Iran Speaker Iran Press TV 20 Oct 2013 -- Iran's Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani says nuclear negotiations between Tehran and the six major world powers within a "logical and fair" framework will produce constructive outcomes.
Iran Army stages massive military maneuver Iran Press TV 20 Oct 2013 -- A senior Iranian commander says Iran Army has staged a massive military maneuver with the purpose of countering possible enemy missile attacks.
Iran active diplomacy slowed pace of sanctions: Rouhani Iran Press TV 20 Oct 2013 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the Islamic Republic's "active diplomacy" has slowed down the increasing pace of illegal sanctions against the country.
Iran proposal aims to protect N-rights: Araqchi Iran Press TV 20 Oct 2013 -- A top Iranian nuclear negotiator says the country's proposal tabled in the latest talks between Tehran and the six world powers in Geneva is aimed at protecting the Islamic Republic's peaceful nuclear rights.
Israeli PM calls for more pressure on Iran Iran Press TV 20 Oct 2013 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called for more pressure on Iran until a complete dismantlement of the Islamic Republic's nuclear energy program.
US: Talk of Easing Iran Sanctions 'Premature' VOA 20 Oct 2013 -- U.S. Treasury Secretary Jacob Lew says talk of a possible easing of U.S. sanctions against Iran is premature, despite last week's discussions in Geneva on the country's disputed nuclear program.
President Rouhani: Irans political determination clear in Geneva talks IRNA 19 Oct 2013 -- President Hassan Rouhani said Saturday that Tehrans political determination to play a win-win game in nuclear talks with the West has become clear during latest talks held between Iran and the Group 5+1 in Geneva, Switzerland.
Iran seeks win-win nuclear game: Rouhani Iran Press TV 19 Oct 2013 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has expressed the country's political will to pursue a win-win game following the latest round of talks between Iran and six major world powers over Tehran's civilian nuclear work.
Serious agreement main goal of N-talks: Araqchi Iran Press TV 19 Oct 2013 -- Iran's top nuclear negotiator Abbas Araqchi says a "serious agreement" is the main goal of talks with the six major world powers over the country's nuclear energy program.
Iran MP sets precondition over Additional Protocol Iran Press TV 19 Oct 2013 -- An Iranian lawmaker says lifting all sanctions against Iran is the precondition for Majlis to consider the country joining of the Additional Protocol as demanded by the West.
US may free up frozen Iranian assets: Official Iran Press TV 18 Oct 2013 -- The US is considering a proposal to unfreeze billions of dollars of Iranian assets to reciprocate Iran's confidence-building measures over its nuclear energy program, a senior administration official says.
Reports: US Considering Easing Iran Sanctions Pain VOA 18 Oct 2013 -- News reports say the Obama administration is considering gradually unfreezing some of Iran's overseas funds to ease the pain of sanctions aimed at curbing the country's nuclear program.
Israelis Wary of Iran Nuclear Talks VOA 17 Oct 2013 -- Israel remains skeptical about Iran's nuclear ambitions despite some progress reported in talks this week between world powers and Iranian envoys. Israel views an Iranian nuclear bomb as a threat to its existence and doubts Iran's claims that its nuclear aims are peaceful.
Russia urges removal of sanctions against Iran Iran Press TV 17 Oct 2013 -- Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov has called for the removal of international and unilateral sanctions against Iran in case the West's dispute over the Iranian nuclear energy program is resolved.
Interview: Former U.S. Negotiator Says 'We're In A Better Position' With Iran RFE/RL 17 Oct 2013 -- This week's nuclear negotiations between the P5+1 and Iran have been described by the EU's top foreign policy official, Catherine Ashton, as 'their most detailed talk ever.'
Iran, World Powers Moving Forward with 'Substantive' Nuclear Talks VOA 17 Oct 2013 -- Iran and world powers will meet again in three weeks' time to continue what both sides are calling 'substantive' negotiations to address international concerns about the country's nuclear program.
'Turkey exposed 10 Mossad spies to Iran in 2012' Iran Press TV 17 Oct 2013 -- A US daily says the Turkish government in 2012 disclosed to Iranian intelligence authorities the identities of "up to 10 Iranians" working for Israeli spy agency Mossad.
New Momentum Cited in Iran Talks VOA 16 Oct 2013 -- Negotiators say two days of nuclear talks in Geneva between Iran's new government and the United Nations contact group achieved new levels of specificity and openness. They will not reveal details, however, and say much work remains.
Iran, Russia delegations meet in Geneva ISNA 16 Oct 2013 -- Iranian and Russian delegations met on the sidelines of the Geneva meeting in Switzerland in an official bilateral session.
Third round of Iran nuclear talks ends in Geneva Iran Press TV 16 Oct 2013 -- Iran and six world powers have wrapped up the third round of negotiations on the Islamic Republic's nuclear energy program in Geneva.
Iran top brass tells US to seize 'historic' opportunity Iran Press TV 16 Oct 2013 -- Chief of Staff of Iran's Armed Forces Major General Hassan Firouzabadi says the United States must seize the historic opportunity created by Iran's foreign diplomacy.
Iran, world powers to meet again in Geneva in Nov. Iran Press TV 16 Oct 2013 -- Iran and the six world powers have agreed to meet again in Geneva on November 7-8 for a fresh round of negotiations over Iran's nuclear energy program.
Most detailed talks ever held with Iran: Ashton Iran Press TV 16 Oct 2013 -- EU foreign policy chief, Catherine Ashton, says the two days of nuclear talks between Iran and the world powers in Geneva were the "most detailed" ones ever held between the two sides.
EU's Top Diplomat Praises 'Substantive' Iran Nuclear Talks RFE/RL 16 Oct 2013 -- Talks between Iran and six world powers on Tehran's controversial nuclear program have ended on an upbeat note, with the European Union's top diplomat calling them 'substantive' and 'very important.'
Iran Open to Uranium Enrichment Deal if Sanctions Lifted – Source RIA Novosti 16 Oct 2013 -- Iran is ready to compromise over its controversial uranium enrichment program, if international sanctions against the country are lifted, a diplomatic source said Wednesday.
Talks on Iran's Nuclear Program 'Substantive' VOA 16 Oct 2013 -- Six world powers and Iran have ended two days of talks on Tehran's nuclear program with both sides describing the negotiations in hopeful terms in a rare joint statement.
Senior Iranian, U.S. Officials Hold Direct Talks In Geneva RFE/RL 15 Oct 2013 -- The U.S. State Department has confirmed that senior officials from the Iranian and U.S. governments have held direct talks on the sidelines of nuclear negotiations in Geneva.
Iran Presents Proposal at Nuclear Talks VOA 15 Oct 2013 -- Iran has presented a proposal to world powers in negotiations over the country's nuclear program.
Iran seeks enrichment right recognition: Araqchi PressTV 15 Oct 2013 -- Iran’s top nuclear negotiator Abbas Araqchi says the main goal of Geneva talks is the recognition of Iran’s enrichment right and allaying concerns over its nuclear energy program.
‘Leader oversees Iran nuclear issue’ PressTV 15 Oct 2013 -- The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran says Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei oversees the issue of Iran’s nuclear energy program.
Analysts: Steady Progress Needed in Iran Nuclear Talks VOA 15 Oct 2013 -- Fresh talks on Iran's nuclear program need to make steady progress in order to convince Washington that Tehran is serious about making concessions.
Iranian, US Diplomats to Meet on Sidelines of Nuclear Talks RIA Novosti 15 Oct 2013 -- Iranian nuclear negotiators will meet with US diplomats on the sidelines of a two-day talks in Geneva.
Iran researchers produce new unmanned aerial vehicle PressTV 15 Oct 2013 -- Iran has unveiled a new domestically designed and manufactured unmanned aerial vehicle which can be used for a number of civilian and military purposes.
Iran Floats Prospect Of Opening Energy Industry To West RFE/RL 15 Oct 2013 -- In anticipation of a thaw, Iran is preparing to capitalize on improved relations with the West.
Background Briefing on P5+1 Negotiations US Dept. of State 14 Oct 2013
Nuclear issue can be resolved within a year: FM IRNA 14 Oct 2013 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Monday that he believes that the nuclear issue can be resolved within a year.
Iran, G5+1 to resume talks on Tuesday ISNA 14 Oct 2013 -- Iran and the five permanent members of the UN Security Council plus Germany are scheduled to hold talks on Tuesday at Nations Palace in Geneva, Switzerland.
Iran Navy to unveil Lavan destroyer: Cmdr. Iran Press TV 14 Oct 2013 -- Iran's Navy Commander Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari says the Islamic Republic will unveil the Lavan destroyer and other new achievements late in November.
Americans cannot be trusted: Iran cmdr. Iran Press TV 14 Oct 2013 -- A senior Iranian military official says Iran is the winner of the military and political strategy formulated by the Unites States in the Middle East, stressing that Americans are not trustworthy.
Iran Hopeful Geneva Talks Can Lead To 'Road Map' RFE/RL 14 Oct 2013 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says he hopes Tehran and world powers can agree this week on a 'road map' toward resolving the crisis over Iran's disputed nuclear program.
US Senators Willing to Ease Iran Sanctions Only After Concessions VOA 14 Oct 2013 -- A bipartisan group of leading U.S. senators say they are open to suspending the implementation of new sanctions on Iran but only if Tehran takes significant steps to slow its nuclear program.
Bushehr nuclear power plant generates 400,000 MWh of electricity IRNA 13 Oct 2013 -- Bushehr Nuclear Power plant has generated 400,000 MWh of electricity since it was handed over to the Iranian experts on September 24, it was reported on Sunday.
Sanction expert included in US delegation in G5+1 ISNA 13 Oct 2013 -- The US delegation to next week's talks about Iran's nuclear program includes one of the US government's leading sanctions experts, a hint that Washington may be giving greater thought to how it might ease sanctions on Tehran.
Iran will never withdraw from its nuclear right: Deputy FM Iran Press TV 13 Oct 2013 -- Iran deputy foreign minister for legal and international affairs says Tehran will not withdraw 'one iota' from its right to enrich uranium for peaceful purposes.
Tehran Rejects Notion Of Shipping Out Uranium Stockpiles RFE/RL 13 Oct 2013 -- Iran's deputy foreign minister says that Tehran will not ship enriched uranium stockpiles out of the country but is ready to show flexibility on other aspects of its nuclear program.
Kerry: Diplomatic Window `Cracking Open' on Iran VOA 13 Oct 2013 -- U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry has said the window for diplomacy over Iran's nuclear program is 'cracking open' ahead of new negotiations with between Iran and world powers.
Iran To Send Second Monkey Into Space – Report RIA Novosti 13 Oct 2013 -- Iranian scientists are planning to send a second monkey into space, state-funded Press TV cited the deputy head of the country's space agency as saying.
IRGC long-range missiles can reach 2000 kms target IRNA 12 Oct 2013 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Aerospace unit said on Saturday that it has manufactured long-range missiles which can reach 2000 kms target.
Iran to give tough response to aggressors against territorial waters, says Navy cmdr ISNA 12 Oct 2013 -- Iranian Navy Commander Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari warned that the country would give a tough response to any aggression against Iranian territorial waters.
Iran's Navy will repel any aggression: Cmdr. Iran Press TV 12 Oct 2013 -- Iran's Navy Commander Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari says Iran is the most secure country in the region, stressing that Iranian naval forces will respond to any act of aggression against its territorial waters.
Iran to send second monkey into space Iran Press TV 12 Oct 2013 -- Deputy Head of Iran Space Agency (ISA) Hamid Fazeli says the Islamic Republic plans to send another indigenous bio-capsule with a live monkey onboard into space.
Iran rejects Baku spying charge against national Iran Press TV 12 Oct 2013 -- Iran's Embassy in Azerbaijan has dismissed as unfounded an Azeri court's espionage accusations against an Iranian national.
Hillary Clinton Cautious on Iran Talks VOA 11 Oct 2013 -- Former U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton says it is too soon to know whether the different approach to nuclear talks taken by Iran's new government will result in real progress on the issue that has divided Iran and the international community for years. Clinton spoke at Chatham House in London.
Tehran to put forward new plan in talks with P5+1 IRNA 11 Oct 2013 -- Foreign Minister and Iran's top nuclear negotiator with Mohammad Javad Zarif is to put forward a new plan to resolve the dispute over Iran nuclear activities during the next round of talks with the G5+1 which is to be held in Geneva, Switzerland, later this month.
Clear-cut nuclear solution possible: Iran speaker Iran Press TV 11 Oct 2013 -- Iranian Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani says Iran and the six major world powers can work out a "clear-cut solution" to the West's dispute with Tehran over its nuclear energy program.
Building trust key in Iran nuclear talks: Larijani Iran Press TV 10 Oct 2013 -- Iran's Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani says confidence-building is the key element in the upcoming talks in Geneva over Iran's civilian nuclear program, reiterating, however, that Tehran will not forswear its right to peaceful nuclear technology.
Iranian drones can fly deep into Tel Aviv: Iran commander Iran Press TV 10 Oct 2013 -- A senior Iranian commander has emphasized that the nation's indigenous drones can fly deep into the Israeli-occupied territories and Tel Aviv.
Iran keen to find political N-solution: Larijani Iran Press TV 10 Oct 2013 -- The Islamic Republic says it is eager to find a political solution to West's nuclear dispute with Iran, expressing hope that the six major world powers would enter the forthcoming Geneva talks with goodwill.
Right to enrichment, nuclear energy program Iran red lines: MP Iran Press TV 09 Oct 2013 -- A senior Iranian lawmaker says the nuclear energy program and the right to enrichment are the country's red lines, stressing that no one has the right to cross or negotiate about the Islamic establishment's red lines.
Iran ready to resolve nuclear issue quickly: Larijani Iran Press TV 09 Oct 2013 -- Iran Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani has once again reaffirmed the country's right to enrich uranium for peaceful purposes, stressing that Tehran is serious and ready to resolve its nuclear issue "in a short period of time."
Larijani: Iran, World Powers Must Build Confidence VOA 09 Oct 2013 -- A senior Iranian official calls next week's negotiations between Iran and six world powers 'a window of opportunity.' Former nuclear negotiator Ali Larijani, now the speaker of Iran's parliament, says differences over his country's nuclear program with the West can be resolved.
IRGC Commander: Local version of RQ-170 to fly soon IRNA 09 Oct 2013 -- Commander of IRGC Aerospace Unit Brigadier-General Amirali Hajizadeh said on Wednesday that the local version of the US drone RQ-170 captured by IRGC will make its maiden flight in the near future.
Iran ready to organize, equip Namibian Navy: Commander IRNA 08 Oct 2013 -- Iran's Navy Commander Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari voiced Iran's readiness to train, organize and equip the Namibian naval force.
Iran prepared to equip Namibia's navy: Comdr. Iran Press TV 08 Oct 2013 -- Iran's Navy Commander Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari has expressed the Islamic Republic's readiness to help Namibia equip its naval fleet.
Iran's Rohani Orders Opinion Poll In Bid To Outflank Hard-Liners RFE/RL 08 Oct 2013 -- As debate simmers in Iran over the spirit of openness being displayed on the world stage by the country's president, his administration is turning to the Iranian people to hear what they think about his new approach.e
President: Iran determined to resolve nuclear dispute in short time IRNA 07 Oct 2013 -- President Hassan Rohani stressed on Monday that Tehran is determined to resolve the nuclear dispute with West in a "short period of time."
US calls on Iran to offer new nuclear proposals Iran Press TV 07 Oct 2013 -- US Secretary of State John Kerry has called on Iran to offer new proposals at the upcoming talks in Geneva to resolve the West's nuclear dispute with Tehran.
Iran determined to resolve nuclear issue soon: Rouhani Iran Press TV 07 Oct 2013 -- Iran President Hassan Rouhani says the Islamic Republic is determined to resolve the country's nuclear issue in a short period of time.
Zarif dismisses Netanyahu rhetoric, calls him typical liar IRNA 06 Oct 2013 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad-Javad Zarif on Sunday dismissed Netanyahu rhetoric and said that he is a typical liar.
Several nuclear sabotage acts foiled, Salehi IRNA 06 Oct 2013 -- Head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization Ali Akbar Salehi said that a number of nuclear sabotage acts have been foiled in a nuclear center in the past few days.
Iran envoy: Tehran, Moscow have not held any serious talks on S-300 ISNA 06 Oct 2013 -- Iranian ambassador to Russia Mahmoud Reza Sajjadi said Iran has not held any serious talks with Russia on S-300 missile system.
Obama must deal respectfully with Iran: Zarif Iran Press TV 06 Oct 2013 -- Iran Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has expressed disappointment with the US president's "insulting" language towards the Iranian nation, urging Barack Obama to deal with the Islamic Republic based on mutual respect.
Iran Navy rescues tanker from Gulf of Aden pirates Iran Press TV 06 Oct 2013 -- A top Iranian Navy commander says the country's naval forces have successfully rescued an Iranian oil tanker from a pirate attack in the Gulf of Aden.
Iran arrests 4 nuclear saboteurs: AEOI chief Iran Press TV 06 Oct 2013 -- Director of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Ali Akbar Salehi says the country's security forces have arrested four individuals who planned sabotage at a nuclear energy facility.
Iran, Russia to continue negotiations on S-300 missile system: FM spokeswoman IRNA 05 Oct 2013 -- Iran and Russia, in line with their cordial relations, will continue negotiations on S-300 surface-to-air defense system until reaching an agreement so that Russia keeps its promises and supplies Iran with the system, the Foreign Ministry spokeswoman said on Saturday.
US government shutdown affects Iran sanctions: White House Iran Press TV 05 Oct 2013 -- The ongoing government shutdown in the United States is having effects on the enforcement of sanctions against Iran over its nuclear energy program.
Iran's new DDF system fully operational: Commander Iran Press TV 05 Oct 2013 -- A senior Iranian commander says the enemy can no longer conceal itself since the new Digital Direction Finder (DDF) system has become fully operational.
Obama: Iran 'a year or more away' from building nuclear bomb Iran Press TV 05 Oct 2013 -- US President Barack Obama says Iran is still 'a year or more away' from building a nuclear weapon, repeating Washington's accusations over the country's nuclear energy program.
Iran's Khamenei: Part of Diplomatic Push in New York 'Not Proper' VOA 05 Oct 2013 -- Iran's supreme leader voiced support for President Hassan Rouhani's overtures to the West, but says some aspects of Rouhani's trip to New York last month were 'not appropriate.'
Obama: Iran at Least a Year Away From Building Nuclear Weapon VOA 05 Oct 2013 -- U.S. President Barack Obama says U.S. intelligence estimates show Iran is 'a year or more away' from building a nuclear weapon.
Iran to put Tadbir satellite into orbit soon: Official Iran Press TV 05 Oct 2013 -- An Iranian aerospace official says the country plans to launch a new advanced indigenous satellite into orbit soon.
Iran Wants Sanctions Relief Amid New Nuclear Talks VOA 04 Oct 2013 -- World powers and Iran are gearing up for a new round of talks in Geneva later this month about Tehran's nuclear program.
Iran calls for UN key role in nuclear issue Iran Press TV 04 Oct 2013 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the United Nations should play a "fundamental" role in regional crises, security issues and international challenges, calling on the world body to help settle the dispute over Tehran's nuclear energy program.
US Says Core Iran Sanctions Must Remain for Now VOA 03 Oct 2013 -- A top U.S. official says limited sanctions relief for Iran is possible if it takes confidence-building steps to allay concerns about its nuclear program.
U.S.: Core Iran Sanctions Should Stay For Now RFE/RL 03 Oct 2013 -- A senior U.S. official says "fundamental sanctions" on Iran should remain in place until Tehran takes verifiable steps to remove all concerns over its nuclear activities.
Kerry Open To 'Concrete' Talks With Iran RFE/RL 03 Oct 2013 -- U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry says Washington hopes to engage with the new government in Tehran but that any progress must be based on concrete steps.
Iran won’t let Israel disrupt nuclear talks: Zarif PressTV 03 Oct 2013 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Tehran will not allow Israel to interfere in the process of negotiations between Iran and six world powers over the country’s nuclear energy program.
Iranian Revolutionary Guards Deny Death Of Officer Was 'Assassination' RFE/RL 03 Oct 2013 -- Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps says it is investigating the death of an officer in a "horrific incident" involving an "attacker."
Prominent Iranian Reform Journalist Released from Jail RFE/RL 03 Oct 2013 -- Prominent Iranian reform journalist Issa Saharkhiz has been released from jail, according to his son.
Iran-US issues cannot be solved overnight: Rouhani PressTV 02 Oct 2013 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says years of problems in relations between Iran and the United States cannot be resolved overnight.
US Senate postpones Iran bans until Geneva talks PressTV 02 Oct 2013 -- A US lawmaker says the Senate will not impose a fresh round of sanctions on Iran until after the upcoming talks between Tehran and the six major world powers in Geneva.
IRGC broke monopoly of superpowers in skies: Cmdr. PressTV 02 Oct 2013 -- A high-ranking Iranian commander says the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has broken the monopoly of superpowers in the skies by designing and producing multiple indigenous aircraft.
Concern Grows Over Middle East's WMD Arsenal VOA 01 Oct 2013 -- Efforts to secure Syria's chemical weapons and regulate Iran's nuclear program have again raised the idea of a Middle East free of weapons of mass destruction.
Netanyahu Slams Iran at UN; Iran Lashes Back VOA 01 Oct 2013 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says his country will never allow Iran to obtain nuclear weapons.
Iran's Foreign Minister Accuses Israeli PM Of Lying RFE/RL 01 Oct 2013 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has accused Israel’s prime minister of lying.
Netanyahu Slams Iran's Nuclear Ambitions in UN Speech VOA 01 Oct 2013 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Iran is continuing a "vast and feverish" effort to acquire nuclear arms.
Netanyahu: Israel Won't Allow Iran To Get Nuclear Bomb RFE/RL 01 Oct 2013 -- Israel will not allow Iran to get nuclear weapons. If Israel is forced to stand alone Israel will stand alone," Netanyahu said in his address to the UN General Assembly on October 1.
PM Netanyahu addresses UN General Assembly Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs 01 Oct 2013
At UN, Israel insists tough sanctions must remain to deter Iranian nuclear threat UN News Centre 01 Oct 2013 -- Israeli PM Netanyahu warned that the only way diplomacy will stop Iran acquiring nuclear weapons is to keep up international pressure.
Iran's Hard-Liners Muted On Rohani's Historic Call With Obama RFE/RL 01 Oct 2013 -- A historic telephone call between Iranian President Hassan Rohani and U.S. President Barack Obama has generally been welcomed in the Islamic republic.
Iran AEOI chief optimistic about nuclear talks PressTV 01 Oct 2013 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran Ali Akbar Salehi has expressed optimism about the prospect of Tehran’s nuclear talks with the six world powers.
Iran to increase air-launched missiles range: Cmdr. PressTV 01 Oct 2013 -- A senior Iranian military commander says the country plans to increase the range of domestically-designed and manufactured air-launched missiles to 300 kilometers.
Iranian Daily Publishes Interview With State Department Official RFE/RL 01 Oct 2013 -- In an unprecedented move, an Iranian daily has published an interview with a State Department official.

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