July 2015 - Iran Special Weapons News

Russia: Modernized version of S-300 to be delivered to Iran IRNA 31 Jul 2015 -- Vladimir Kozhin, Russian President Vladimir Putin's aide on military-technical cooperation said that Russia is assembling a more advanced version of its S-300 surface-to-air missile defense system to begin its shipment to Iran by 2016.
Obama Pushes For Deal With Iran To Avoid 'Path To War' RFE/RL 31 Jul 2015 -- U.S. President Barack Obama told supporters on July 30 that Democratic support in Congress for the Iran nuclear deal is 'squishy' and they must work hard to counter an aggressive lobbying campaign against it.
Iran Deal Backers Urged to Lobby Congress VOA 31 Jul 2015 -- U.S. President Barack Obama told groups who support the Iran nuclear deal to make their voices heard to Congress to counter the millions of dollars in lobbying by those who want to derail the agreement.
Kerry Five-Nation Tour to Cover Security, Iran Nuclear Deal VOA 30 Jul 2015 -- U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry is launching a five-nation tour of the Middle East and South Asia on Friday in a bid to strengthen economic and security ties and ease concerns about the Iran nuclear deal.
Iran plans two nuclear reactors in Makran Press TV 30 Jul 2015 -- Iran plans to build two 100-megawatt nuclear reactors on the southeast Makran coast along the Gulf of Oman to generate electricity, a senior energy official says.
Carter: Nuclear Deal Limits Iran, Not the Defense Department AFPS 29 Jul 2015 -- The U.S.-Iran nuclear agreement limits Iran's ability to produce a nuclear bomb but puts no limits on the Defense Department or the United States, Defense Secretary Ash Carter told a Senate panel today.
JCPOA shows diplomacy can settle disputes: Iran president ISNA 29 Jul 2015 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said a recent agreement between Iran and six world powers displayed the power of diplomacy in resolving international issues and disputes.
Rouhani: Cooperation on N. agreement should be basis for future ties with confidence ISNA 29 Jul 2015 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani reiterated that cooperation on the recent nuclear agreement between Iran and G5+1 should be a basis for relations coupled with confidence for the future.
Iran, EU urge commitment to implementation of nuclear deal People's Daily 29 Jul 2015 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani and the visiting EU foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini on Tuesday urged commitment to steady and full implementation of the recent deal on Iran's nuclear program.
US Lawmakers Seek Details of Iran Nuke Inspection Regime VOA 29 Jul 2015 -- U.S. lawmakers pressed top administration officials Wednesday for details on the international inspection regime that will enforce a landmark nuclear pact with Iran.
JCPOA shows diplomacy can settle disputes: Iran president Press TV 28 Jul 2015 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says a recent agreement reached between Iran and six world powers displayed the power of diplomacy in resolving international issues and disputes.
Obama Takes On GOP Presidential Candidates Over Iran RFE/RL 28 Jul 2015 -- U.S. President Barack Obama unleashed a blistering rebuke of Republican White House hopefuls, calling their attacks on his landmark nuclear deal with Iran 'ridiculous if it weren't so sad.'
Kerry: Iran Nuclear Pact 'Good Deal for the World' VOA 28 Jul 2015 -- U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry told skeptical lawmakers Tuesday that if the U.S. rejects the internationally brokered Iran nuclear deal there would be 'no restraints' on Tehran developing a nuclear weapon.
EU's Mogherini Visits Iran, Vows to Implement Nuclear Deal VOA 28 Jul 2015 -- EU foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini insisted Tuesday during a visit to Tehran that she made the trip to begin implementation of the nuclear accord with Iran.
Iran's atomic chief rejects secrecy in Tehran-IAEA agreement IRNA 27 Jul 2015 -- Vice-President and Head of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Ali Akbar Salehi underlined that there is no secrecy in recent agreement between Tehran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
Rouhani: Nation's decision to sign nuclear deal precise IRNA 26 Jul 2015 -- Labeling Iran as a threat for international security was in world powers' agenda, but nation's precise decision to sign nuclear deal annulled that decision and return of hazard atmosphere to Iran is impossible, said President Hassan Rouhani on Sunday.
Iran to unveil new air defense system ISNA 26 Jul 2015 -- Iran is now installing a strategic radar which would be unveiled on September 1st, said Commander of Khatam al-Anbiya Air Defense Base Brigadier General Farzad Esmaili.
Iran never agrees with inspection of military sites ISNA 25 Jul 2015 -- An Iranian official said that the country would not allow inspection of its military sites.
Zarif dismisses Kerry's remarks at Senate hearing Press TV 25 Jul 2015 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has dismissed recent remarks made by his US counterpart John Kerry as "incomplete hints" about some issues raised at the latest nuclear negotiations between Iran and the P5+1 group of countries.
Moscow Close to Selling Air Defense System Better Than S-300 to Tehran Sputnik 25 Jul 2015 -- By 2016 Russia may sell an even better air defense system than S-300 to Iran, a military source told Sputnik.
Commander: Iran's modern missiles ready to confront any aggressor IRNA 24 Jul 2015 -- Deputy Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Brigadier General Massoud Jazzayeri said the country's state-of-the-art missiles are ready to give a crushing response to enemies' possible threats.
Kerry to Discuss Iran Nuclear Deal in Qatar VOA 24 Jul 2015 -- U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry has announced plans to travel to Qatar early next month to discuss the Iran nuclear agreement with the Gulf Cooperation Council, a group that has expressed concerns about Iran's influence in the region.
Parchin visit only within Iran-IAEA roadmap: Salehi Press TV 24 Jul 2015 -- A senior Iranian nuclear official says any visit to the Parchin military site near the capital, Tehran, will be carried out only based on a roadmap agreed upon by Tehran and the UN nuclear body aimed at sorting out outstanding issues regarding the Islamic Republic's nuclear program.
Kerry Says Iran Nuclear Deal Will Help Thwart Arms Race RFE/RL 24 Jul 2015 -- U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry says he is 'absolutely convinced' that the internationally brokered deal to lift sanctions against Iran in exchange for curbs on its nuclear program will reduce the chances of a nuclear arms race in the Middle East if it is implemented.
US Lawmakers, Obama Officials Spar on Iran Nuclear Deal VOA 23 Jul 2015 -- Secretary of State John Kerry sparred with members of a Senate committee during the first public hearing on the controversial deal to lift economic and other sanctions against Iran in exchange for it scaling back its nuclear program.
Kerry Warns Of 'Green Light' For Iran Nuclear Program If Congress Rejects Deal RFE/RL 23 Jul 2015 -- U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry has warned U.S. lawmakers that rejecting the Iran nuclear deal would give 'a great big green light' to accelerate its ability to obtain an atomic weapon.
New Congressional Sanctions on Iran May Violate Nuclear Deal - US Senator Sputnik 23 Jul 2015 -- The Iran nuclear deal may decrease the Congress' ability to introduce new sanctions.
Kerry: US Congress Rejecting Nuclear Deal to Boost Iran's Weapon Program Sputnik 23 Jul 2015 -- John Kerry warned that Congress' possible decision to veto the Iran nuclear agreement may backfire and result in Tehran's development of weapons.
White House says not hiding any parts of Iran accord from Congress Press TV 23 Jul 2015 -- US administration officials have denied claims by some Republican lawmakers about hiding parts of a recent nuclear agreement with Iran from Congress.
Borujerdi: Iran follows peaceful nuclear program with perseverance IRNA 23 Jul 2015 -- Chairman of the National Security and Foreign Policy Commission of Majlis said on Thursday Iran will follow its peaceful nuclear activities with perseverance.
UNSC Resolution clears Iran from charge of threat to int'l peace IRNA 23 Jul 2015 -- President Hassan Rouhani said on Thursday that adoption of the Resolution 2231 by the Security Council cleared Iran the charge of threat to the international peace and security.
Backing away from Iran nuclear accord by US 'historic mistake' Press TV 23 Jul 2015 -- US Secretary of State John Kerry and Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz have warned Congress not to make a "historic mistake" by rejecting Iran's nuclear program accord.
Iran, IAEA Have 'No Secret Deals' Amid Iran Nuclear Agreement - State Dep't Sputnik 23 Jul 2015 -- Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) have no secret agreements between them, State Department spokesperson John Kirby said in a press briefing.
India Hopes to Benefit From Easing of Iran Sanctions VOA 23 Jul 2015 -- India, one of the handful of countries that continued to trade with Iran despite tight sanctions, hopes to reap significant, long term benefits when Tehran's nuclear deal with major powers is implemented. However, its exporters are also bracing for tougher competition from Western companies.
Carter: Saudi Leaders Support Iran Nuclear Deal VOA 22 Jul 2015 -- U.S. Defense Secretary Ash Carter said Wednesday that Saudi Arabian leaders have assured him they support the historic accord to restrain Iran's nuclear program.
Turkey Allegedly Had Role in Helping Iran Dodge Sanctions VOA 22 Jul 2015 -- More details are emerging about the role Turkey has allegedly been playing in assisting Iran to dodge international sanctions involving the trading of gold by an Iranian businessman that Turkey's president once dubbed a philanthropist.
S-300 not subject to Security Council resolution IRNA 22 Jul 2015 -- Iran's chief nuclear negotiator Abbas Araqchi said here on Wednesday that the S-300 air defense system is not subject to Security Council resolution.
Iran's missile capability not included in UNSC Resolution 2231: Araqchi IRNA 22 Jul 2015 -- Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said Wednesday that Iran's missile capability is not included in Resolution 2231 adopted by the United Nations Security Council on July 20.
Iranian missiles not designed for carrying N. warhead, says senior official ISNA 22 Jul 2015 -- A senior Iranian official said that the country does not have any plan to carry nuclear warheads.
Iran's Arak Heavy Water Reactor to be modernized ISNA 22 Jul 2015 -- Spokesperson of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) said Arak Heavy Water Reactor would be modernized.
Iran does not expect change in US behavior following talks: Araqchi ISNA 22 Jul 2015 -- Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said Iran does not expect a change in the behavior of the United States following the successful conclusion of the talks between the Islamic Republic and the G5+1 group of countries, except in the area of Iran's nuclear program.
UNSC has acknowledged Iran's right to enrichment: Rouhani Press TV 22 Jul 2015 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has unequivocally recognized the Islamic Republic's right to enrich uranium.
S-300 Defense System Excluded From UNSC Resolution on Iran Sputnik 22 Jul 2015 -- The S-300 air defense system is not subject to the United Nations Security Council resolution, said Iran's chief nuclear negotiator Abbas Araqchi on Wednesday.
China to Build Two Nuclear Power Plants in Southern Iran Sputnik 22 Jul 2015 -- China will build two nuclear power plants for Iran on the Makran coast neighboring the Gulf of Oman, the head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization, Ali Akbar Salehi, announced on Wednesday.
No mention of Russian S-300 missile supplies to Iran in UN SC resolution - official TASS 22 Jul 2015 -- The UN Security Council resolution on Iran's nuclear program deal does not cover Russia's supplies of S-300 surface-to-air missiles to Iran, Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Aragchi told a press conference on Wednesday.
Early adoption of sanctions removal resolution positive: Araqchi IRNA 21 Jul 2015 -- Iran's chief nuclear negotiator termed the early adoption of Resolution 2231 positive and said the action taken by the UN Security Council on Monday was mong provisions of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) reached on July 14 in Vienna.
Velayati: Iran never overlooks its defense strategy IRNA 21 Jul 2015 -- Supreme Leader's Advisor for International Affairs Ali Akbar Velayati said on Tuesday that the Islamic Republic of Iran never overlooks its defense strategy.
Iran: UNSC Resolution shows peaceful nature of N. program ISNA 21 Jul 2015 -- Iranian envoy to the UN Gholam-Ali Khoshroo said the UN Security Council Resolution 2231 reiterates peaceful nature of Iran's nuclear program.
Iran will not back down over defensive capacities: Aide to Leader Press TV 21 Jul 2015 -- A senior Iranian official says the Islamic Republic will never compromise on its defensive capabilities irrespective of the breakthrough in nuclear talks between Iran and the P5+1 group of world countries.
Reversibility also an option for Iran: Zarif Press TV 21 Jul 2015 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the issue of reversibility to the conditions before a recent agreement between the Islamic Republic and the P5+1 is not just an option for Iran's international partners but also for Tehran.
Kerry Says Iran Sanctions Relief Could Be Felt Within Six Months RFE/RL 21 Jul 2015 -- U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry says international sanctions on Iran could start to be lifted in as soon as six months.
Iran Can Use Ballistic Missiles Without Violating Nuclear Deal - FM Zarif Sputnik 21 Jul 2015 -- The nuclear agreement does not forbid Iran from using ballistic missiles, Mohammad Javad Zarif said.
Iran Hopes for Better Air Defense Systems After Nuclear Deal - Source Sputnik 21 Jul 2015 -- Iran could gain access to more advanced air defense systems than the Russian S-300, due to the recent agreeement signed between the country and the P5+1 group.
VOA Interview: Kerry Says Iran Deal Will Make World Safer VOA 21 Jul 2015 -- U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry says implementing the international nuclear deal with Iran will make the world safer, improve the standard of living for Iranians and potentially open up other opportunities between the United States and Iran.
Will Iran's Revolutionary Guard Support the Nuclear Deal? VOA 21 Jul 2015 -- The Iran nuclear deal may be done, but the fight to make it happen – or not happen – is just beginning.
UN Security Council Approves Iran Nuclear Deal VOA 20 Jul 2015 -- The U.N. Security Council unanimously approved the Iran nuclear deal Monday, clearing a path to lift crippling economic sanctions against Tehran while restraining it its nuclear development program.
US Defense Chief in Israel to Discuss Iran Nuclear Deal VOA 20 Jul 2015 -- U.S. defense chief Ash Carter said Monday that Israel is 'the bedrock of American strategy' in the Mideast, opening a trip to the region aimed at strengthening U.S. links with allies that are wary of the new internationally negotiated Iranian nuclear accord.
Iran statement following UNSC Resolution 2231 endorsing JCPOA IRNA 20 Jul 2015 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran issued a statement on Monday following the Adoption of UN Security Council Resolution 2231 endorsing the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Iran military, security secrets off-limits: Defense minister Press TV 20 Jul 2015 -- The Iranian defense minister has ruled out any access to the country's military sites and information by foreign parties.
Iran missiles outside scope of UNSC resolution, Foreign Ministry says Press TV 20 Jul 2015 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry says UN Security Council Resolution 2231 does not cover the Islamic Republic's military capabilities including its ballistic missiles.
Sanctions, threats of war cannot uphold NPT: Iran's UN envoy Press TV 20 Jul 2015 -- Iran's Ambassador to the UN Gholam Ali Khoshrou says sanctions and threats of military aggression cannot uphold the Treaty on the Non-proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT).
Pentagon chief: Iran agreement doesn't 'prevent military option' Press TV 20 Jul 2015 -- US Defense Secretary Ashton Carter says the nuclear agreement between Iran and the P5+1 group of countries does not prevent Washington from using military force against Iran if it deems a military option necessary.
Security Council adopts resolution endorsing Iran nuclear deal UN News 20 Jul 2015 -- The United Nations Security Council today unanimously adopted a resolution establishing a monitoring system for Iran's nuclear programme and considering the "eventual removal" of all nuclear-related sanctions against the country.
Conclusion of Iran nuclear talks not to change Hezbollah policies: Official Press TV 19 Jul 2015 -- A senior official of the Lebanese resistance movement, Hezbollah, says the conclusion of nuclear talks between Iran and the P5+1 group of countries will not change the movement's policies in the region.
Conclusion of Iran nuclear talks not to change Hezbollah policies: Official Press TV 19 Jul 2015 -- A senior official of the Lebanese resistance movement, Hezbollah, says the conclusion of nuclear talks between Iran and the P5+1 group of countries will not change the movement's policies in the region.
Should the US Work With Iran to Fight IS? VOA 19 Jul 2015 -- World leaders reached a deal with Iran on July 14 to ease economic sanctions if Iran curbs its nuclear capabilities, and this has reopened the debate over whether the U.S. should work more closely with Iranian-backed militias, several dozen of which are now fighting against IS in Iraq.
Iran Nuclear Deal Heads to US Congress VOA 19 Jul 2015 -- The Obama administration on Sunday sent the Iran nuclear agreement to Congress.
Kerry to Netanyahu: Better nuclear conclusion with Iran 'fantasy' Press TV 19 Jul 2015 -- US Secretary of State John Kerry has lashed out at the critics of the recent nuclear breakthrough with Iran, including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, saying a better conclusion is nothing but "fantasy."
German Minister On Tehran Visit, Hoping To 'Normalize Economic Ties' RFE/RL 19 Jul 2015 -- German Economy Minister Sigmar Gabriel arrived in Tehran on July 19, marking the first visit to Iran by a top Western official since world powers and the Persian Gulf country signed a historic nuclear deal.
U.S. Congress To Begin Reviewing Iran Nuclear Deal RFE/RL 19 Jul 2015 -- The administration of U.S. President Barack Obama has submitted the recently negotiated Iranian nuclear deal to the U.S. Congress for its review.
State Department Submits to Congress Plan of Action on Iran Nuclear Program Sputnik 19 Jul 2015 -- The US Department of State transmitted to Congress the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, its annexes, and related materials on Iran's nuclear program.
Dempsey: Time, Iranian Behavior Will Determine Pact's Success AFPS 17 Jul 2015 -- Time and Iranian behavior will determine whether the Iran nuclear pact has achieved its intended objective, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said today.
Iran's stance towards 'arrogant' U.S. won't change: Khamenei People's Daily 18 Jul 2015 -- Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said Saturday the nuclear agreement would not change the country's stance towards the 'arrogant' United States.
Nuclear conclusion proved Iran sanctions futile: President Rouhani Press TV 18 Jul 2015 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the conclusion of nuclear talks proved that the policy of pressure and sanctions against the Islamic Republic is of no avail.
Iran won't bow to excessive demands on security, defense: Leader Press TV 18 Jul 2015 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says Iran will never bow to excessive demands over its 'defense and security' capabilities.
Supreme Leader: Iran's Stance Toward U.S. 'Won't Change' RFE/RL 18 Jul 2015 -- Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has said the Islamic republic's opposition to the 'arrogant' United States "will not change" despite a landmark nuclear agreement reached earlier this week with world powers.
Obama Cautions Over 'Dishonest' Criticism of Iran Nuclear Deal to Come Sputnik 18 Jul 2015 -- US President Barack Obama said that the Iran nuclear agreement will make America and the world safer and more secure.
Despite Nuclear Deal, Iran Won't Alter Security Policy - Supreme Leader Sputnik 18 Jul 2015 -- Nuclear deal will not change Iran's view of the "arrogant US government" since, in his opinion, the positions of Washington and Tehran on regional issues remain completely opposite.
Obama: Iran Nuclear Deal Goes Further Than Any Before VOA 18 Jul 2015 -- U.S. President Barack Obama says the deal to get Iran to stop developing nuclear weapons does 'more than anyone has done before' to prevent Iran from getting a nuclear weapon.
Russia's Stake in Iran Nuclear Deal VOA 18 Jul 2015 -- U.S. President Barack Obama said Russia was a 'help' in securing the deal to limit Iran's nuclear program.
Javad Zarif on Iran's post-deal future IRNA 17 Jul 2015 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif had an interview on post-sanctions period with The New Yorker's Robin Wright which was published on July 15.
Obama Meets Saudi FM to Discuss Iran Nuclear Deal VOA 17 Jul 2015 -- Uneasy about the Iran nuclear deal, Saudi Arabia on Friday sent its foreign minister, Adel al-Jubeir, to the White House, where he received reassurances from President Barack Obama.
Iran Deal Is Likely 2016 Campaign Issue in US VOA 17 Jul 2015 -- Republican opposition to the Iran nuclear deal is likely to be front and center during the 2016 U.S. presidential campaign. Most of the Republican contenders wasted little time in slamming the deal, and it appears that the pact will be featured as the lead item in their critique of President Barack Obama's foreign policy record.
Lavrov: Iran Deal Strengthens Non-Proliferation Sputnik 16 Jul 2015 -- Sergei Lavrov claims that the landmark deal reached between Iran and six world powers this week will boost nuclear non-proliferation.
Push to Counter Israeli, Saudi Fears on Iran Deal Shows Little Progress VOA 16 Jul 2015 -- Top American and British diplomats appeared to make little headway Thursday in easing Saudi and Israeli fears about the historic international agreement aimed at keeping Iran from building a nuclear weapon.
US removes shipping sanctions on Iran ISNA 15 Jul 2015 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines and the country's leading ports operator, the Tidewater Middle East Maritime Company, have been removed from the US list of companies designated for sanctions and assets freeze.
Obama Calls Out Critics of Iran Nuclear Accord VOA 15 Jul 2015 -- President Barack Obama staunchly defended the historic deal that aims to restrain Tehran's nuclear development program Wednesday, saying it represents the world's best 'means of ensuring Iran does not get a nuclear weapon.'
Press Conference by the President The White House 15 Jul 2015
Iran's Gain May Be Nigeria's Loss VOA 15 Jul 2015 -- The nuclear deal with Iran announced Tuesday might be a political win for U.S. President Barack Obama, but it could be a major loss for oil-producing Nigeria.
Obama Defends Nuclear Deal With Iran RFE/RL 15 Jul 2015 -- U.S. President Barack Obama has defended a landmark nuclear agreement reached with Iran, saying the deal is in the United States' national interests.
For Iran, Some Sanctions Would Go But Many Would Remain RFE/RL 15 Jul 2015 -- Many of the punishing UN, U.S., and EU financial and energy sanctions imposed on Iran in recent years to pressure Tehran to curb its nuclear activities are to be suspended or lifted in the wake of the deal struck in Vienna on July 14.
U.S. Presidential Candidates Vie To Be Toughest On Iran RFE/RL 15 Jul 2015 -- U.S. candidates for the 2016 presidential election have been stroving to outdo each other being tough on Iran in the wake of a landmark nuclear deal.
US Presents UN Resolution on Iran Sanctions VOA 15 Jul 2015 -- The United States circulated a draft resolution in the United Nations Security Council on Wednesday that would lift all international sanctions related to the Islamic Republic's nuclear program; but a U.N. arms embargo will remain in place for five years and one on ballistic missiles will continue for eight years.
VOA Interview: McCain Concedes Congress Unlikely to Block Iran Nuke Deal VOA 15 Jul 2015 -- Senator John McCain (R-AZ), a leading critic of Tuesday's landmark nuclear accord with Iran, has conceded that the U.S. Congress is unlikely to be able to block the deal, despite strong opposition from Republican lawmakers who control both chambers.
In Turkey, Mixed Reactions to Iran Nuclear Deal VOA 15 Jul 2015 -- There is a mixed reaction from the Turkish government to the nuclear deal negotiated with Iran by the P5 plus 1 countries. The prospect of the ending of Iranian sanctions is seen by Ankara as providing major trade opportunities but concerns remain that the settlement will strengthen its neighbor and only deepen the growing sectarian rivalry in the region.
Gulf Countries Skeptical About Iran Nuclear Deal VOA 15 Jul 2015 -- If the newly-reached accord between Iran and major world powers works as designed, it will keep Tehran from developing a nuclear weapon for the next decade and beyond.
Salehi: Iran's nuclear activities to enter commercial phase IRNA 15 Jul 2015 -- Head of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran Ali Akbar Salehi said Iran is to start getting commercial benefits from its nuclear activities.
Obama: Iran nuclear agreement opportunity 'may not come again in our lifetime' Press TV 15 Jul 2015 -- US President Barack Obama has defended the conclusion of nuclear negotiations between the P5+1 group of countries and Iran.
Iran's Larijani rejects gradual sanctions relief in nuclear conclusion Press TV 15 Jul 2015 -- Iranian Parliament (Majlis) Speaker Ali Larijani has rejected claims that sanctions against the Islamic Republic will be removed in phases as part of the conclusion of nuclear talks between Tehran and the P5+1 group.
Iran to step into nuclear trade: Zarif Press TV 15 Jul 2015 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Iran is to step into trade on peaceful nuclear technology following years of research and development in the nuclear industry.
Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei: Some of P5+1 Countries 'Not Trustworthy' Sputnik 15 Jul 2015 -- Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei says Iran should close paths for violations "by the other parties" of the nuclear agreement between Tehran and the international negotiators, because some of the P5+1 countries "are not trustworthy at all".
Netanyahu: Israel Continues to Oppose Iran Nuke Deal, Reserves All Options Sputnik 15 Jul 2015 -- The historic nuclear agreement between Iran and the P5+1 nations has its share of detractors. Perhaps none more so than Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who has stated that his administration will not be bound by the accord.
After nuclear deal, Iran must now focus on human rights - UN expert UN News 15 Jul 2015 -- The latest agreement between the Government of Iran and negotiations from six nations on limiting the scope of the Gulf country's nuclear programme has opened the door to further discussion of the Iranian human rights situation, according to an independent United Nations expert.
Statement by Secretary of Defense Ash Carter on the Iran Deal DoD 14 Jul 2015
Statement by PM Netanyahu 14.7.15 Prime Minister Netanyahu 14 Jul 2015 -- "The world is a much more dangerous place today than it was yesterday. The leading international powers have bet our collective future on a deal with the foremost sponsor of international terrorism. They've gambled that in ten years' time, Iran's terrorist regime will change while removing any incentive for it to do so. In fact, the deal gives Iran every incentive not to change."
Press Availability on Nuclear Deal With Iran US Dept. of State 14 Jul 2015 -- Press Availability by John Kerry, US Secretary of State
Statement by the President on Iran The White House 14 Jul 2015 -- "Today, after two years of negotiations, the United States, together with our international partners, has achieved something that decades of animosity has not -- a comprehensive, long-term deal with Iran that will prevent it from obtaining a nuclear weapon."
Key Excerpts of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) The White House 14 Jul 2015
Readout of the President's Call with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel The White House 14 Jul 2015
Background Conference Call on Iran The White House 14 Jul 2015
IAEA Director General's Statement and Road-map for the Clarification of Past & Present Outstanding Issues regarding Iran's Nuclear Program IAEA 14 Jul 2015
Director General's Statement on the Announcement by the E3/EU + 3 and Iran on the Agreement of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action IAEA 14 Jul 2015
Nuclear deal has no impact on Iran's defensive capability, commander IRNA 14 Jul 2015 -- Armed forces spokesman said on Tuesday that the nuclear deal with Group 5+1 has no affect on Iran's defensive capability.
President says Iranians' wish for good deal realized IRNA 14 Jul 2015 -- President Hassan Rouhani said on Tuesday that Iranians' wish for a good nuclear accord has materialized.
Zarif calls nuclear deal 'a new chapter of hope' IRNA 14 Jul 2015 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif called nuclear deal between Iran and P5+1 'a new chapter of hope'.
President Rouhani: Iran, IAEA to speed up cooperation IRNA 14 Jul 2015 -- President Hassan Rouhani said Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) have agreed to speed up cooperation in a bid to fully settle all previous issues.
Historic nuclear deal reached; Iran no longer under sanction IRNA 14 Jul 2015 -- Iran and the world powers reached a final nuclear agreement after two years of relentless efforts which put an end to more than a decade of disputes.
Summary of provisions of the CJPOA IRNA 14 Jul 2015 -- After 22 months of intensive talks, Iran and G5+1 on Tuesday signed the Comprehensive Joint Plan of Action to remove all misunderstandings on Iran's peaceful nuclear program and simultaneous termination of unfair economic sanctions on Iran.
Iran, G5+1 finalize text of agreement ISNA 14 Jul 2015 -- A text of agreement known as "Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action" (JCPOA) was obtained after 22 months of serious and intensive talks between Iran and G5+1 is a political and international document which includes 100 pages for the main text and 5 pages for annexes.
Contents of agreement text signed by Iran, G5+1 in Vienna ISNA 14 Jul 2015 -- Iran and the five permanent members of the UN Security Council plus Germany have signed a text of agreement in Vienna that will include the following points.
Zarif: We reach solution ending unnecessary crisis ISNA 14 Jul 2015 -- Iran and G5+1 won a win-win solution which ends an unnecessary crisis and is a new horizon to deal with ongoing issues, said Foreign Minister Mohammad-Javad Zarif in Iran-G5+1 meeting in Vienna on Tuesday.
Historic Iranian nuclear deal reached People's Daily 14 Jul 2015 -- A historic agreement has been reached over the Iranian nuclear issue between Iran and six world major countries, a diplomatic source confirmed on Tuesday.
Iran nuclear deal 'historic mistake': Israeli PM People's Daily 14 Jul 2015 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu slammed on Tuesday the nuclear deal reached between the world powers and Iran, calling it a 'historic mistake.'
Israel not bound by deal with Iran: Netanyahu Press TV 14 Jul 2015 -- In the wake of the conclusion of nuclear negotiations between Iran and the P5+1 group of countries, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned that the Tel Aviv regime will not "be bound by this deal."
Iran achieved all long-sought objectives in nuclear talks: Rouhani Press TV 14 Jul 2015 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says the Islamic Republic achieved all four objectives it was seeking throughout intensive nuclear talks with six world powers.
Obama: Iran 'deal' has backing of international community Press TV 14 Jul 2015 -- US President Barack Obama says the conclusion of nuclear talks with Iran has the backing of the entire international community.
'Historic' Iran Nuclear Deal Sealed After Marathon Talks RFE/RL 14 Jul 2015 -- Iran and major global powers sealed a landmark deal to curb Tehran's nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief, taking a giant step to end a confrontation that has poisoned ties, isolated the Islamic nation, and raised the specter of a new war in the Middle East.
Iran Deal: Access To Military Sites Still A Potential Sticking Point RFE/RL 14 Jul 2015 -- The Iranian nuclear deal appears to have been unable to put one key issue fully to rest, leaving it to be worked out in practice despite the risk it could severely test the agreement's viability.
Russia And Iran Are Trading Places RFE/RL 14 Jul 2015 -- After decades as an isolated rogue state, Iran appears to be finally coming in from the cold. And after decades of pretending to be a partner to the West, Russia has gone rogue.
US Congress Needs to Comb Through Iran Deal - Senate Committee Chairman Sputnik 14 Jul 2015 -- The Senate Foreign Relations Committee will conduct a review of the agreement once President Barack Obama provides the agreement to the Committee in full.
Iranian President Rouhani Says Nuclear Deal is 'Win-Win' For All Sputnik 14 Jul 2015 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani on Tuesday referred to the dispute over the country's nuclear energy program as an 'unnecessary crisis', the resolution of which would bring about new opportunities.
US Can Snap Back Iran Sanctions in Case if Nuclear Deal Violated - Treasury Sputnik 14 Jul 2015 -- The United States will reinstate sanctions on Iran if the nuclear agreement is not implemented.
Iran's Arak Heavy Reactor Will Not Produce Weapon Grade Plutonium - Kerry Sputnik 14 Jul 2015 -- Iran will not use its Arak nuclear facility to produce heavy water and will only use the plant for peaceful purposes, US Secretary of State John Kerry said Tuesday.
Iran Nuclear Deal Ends Decade-Long Standoff - Mogherini, Zarif Sputnik 14 Jul 2015 -- After over two weeks of strenuous talks the Iran's nuclear deal was reached. It envisages that the UN arms embargo against Iran will remain for another five years. US missile sanctions will stay intact for another eight years. In compliance with a 'snapback' plan, sanctions may be renewed within 65 days if Iran violates the agreement.
Putin: World Breathes Sigh of Relief Over Iran Nuclear Deal Sputnik 14 Jul 2015 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin welcomed the agreement on the Iranian nuclear program and called on all parties to fully implement its provisions.
UN applauds 'historic' deal on Iranian nuclear programme UN News 14 Jul 2015 -- The United Nations has welcomed the agreement reached between international negotiators and the Government of Iran as the two parties pave the way for a viable solution on the Gulf country's nuclear programme and towards possible peace in the region.
Historic Iran Nuclear Agreement Reached VOA 14 Jul 2015 -- World powers have reached a deal with Iran that will limit the country's nuclear program in exchange for eased economic sanctions, ending more than a decade of tempestuous negotiations.
Obama: Iran Nuclear Deal Makes World Safer VOA 14 Jul 2015 -- Months of international negotiations and years of sanctions targeting Iran's nuclear program led up to this one moment. In the early hours of July 14, U.S. President Barack Obama made his way down a long red-carpeted hallway in the White House to announce a historic agreement.
US Congress Reacts to Nuclear Deal with Iran VOA 14 Jul 2015 -- Early Congressional reaction to the landmark nuclear agreement, signed with Iran, appears to be largely split down party lines with Democratic lawmakers appearing cautiously optimistic and Republicans questioning whether the U.S. gave too many concessions to reach a final accord.
US Presidential Candidates on Iran VOA 14 Jul 2015 -- Most Republicans running for their party's nomination in the 2016 presidential election have been strongly opposed to the nuclear deal with Iran.
Iran Nuclear Pact Faces US Congressional Votes VOA 14 Jul 2015 -- A landmark nuclear accord between Iran and the international community that was the product of years of diplomacy and marathon negotiations has additional hurdles to clear in Washington: tough votes in both houses of the Republican-led Congress.
Israel Rejects, UN Hails Nuclear Deal VOA 14 Jul 2015 -- The news that major world powers and Iran reached a historic deal aimed at ensuring that Iran does not obtain the nuclear bomb was met with condemnation by Israel but hailed by the United Nations and Tehran's regional neighbors.
Analysts Have Mixed Reaction to Iran Nuclear Deal VOA 14 Jul 2015 -- Iran and major world powers have reached a long-sought deal to scale back Tehran's nuclear program in exchange for relaxing the sanctions that have devastated its economy. Reactions to the deal vary wildly. Some say the agreement will prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear bomb and will reintegrate it into the global community. Others warn it will leave Tehran as a nuclear threshold state and could spark a nuclear arms race in the Middle East.
Reports Say Historic Nuclear Deal Reached With Iran RFE/RL 14 Jul 2015 -- News agencies are quoting Western and Iranian diplomats as saying Tehran and six major powers have reached a historic nuclear deal in Vienna.
Iran Nuclear Talks Extended As Signs Of Agreement Emerge RFE/RL 14 Jul 2015 -- Nuclear negotiations between Iran and six major world powers continued into the wee hours of July 14, amid signs that a final deal could soon emerge.
Iran Talks Continue as Fourth Deadline Blown VOA 13 Jul 2015 -- Several diplomatic delegations are anticipating an announcement for mid-Tuesday morning in the Iran nuclear talks, hours after the deadline on the latest round of negotiations expired.
Iran Talks Continue As Deadline Looms RFE/RL 13 Jul 2015 -- Diplomats from Iran and six world powers were continuing their talks in Vienna on July 13 in a bid to reach a final nuclear deal that brings sanctions relief to Iran in exchange for curbs on Tehran's nuclear program.
Negotiators Work to Close Iran Nuclear Talks VOA 13 Jul 2015 -- High-level meetings are underway on the last designated day for Iranian nuclear negotiations in Vienna, with intense speculation but no official indication that a deal will be announced.
Zarif: Talks not to be extended after Monday ISNA 13 Jul 2015 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad-Javad Zarif reiterated that nuclear talks between Iran and G5+1 would not be extended after Monday.
Nuclear negotiators will come out victorious in talks, says Rouhani ISNA 13 Jul 2015 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said Iran's negotiating team will come out victorious in the nuclear talks with G5+1 states.
Nuclear talks conclusion possible Tuesday: Iran Press TV 13 Jul 2015 -- Iran's foreign minister says it is "possible" that marathon nuclear talks between the Islamic Republic and the P5+1 group of countries come to a conclusion on Tuesday.
Iran Nuclear Talks Approach 4th Deadline VOA 12 Jul 2015 -- Another meeting-packed day for nuclear negotiators in Vienna has pushed the Iran talks to the final hours ahead of a July 13 deadline.
Zarif: No Nuclear Deal On July 12 RFE/RL 12 Jul 2015 -- Reuters news agency cited Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif as saying that here will be no announcement of a deal with global powers on Tehran's nuclear program on July 12.
President Rouhani: Iran, world powers very close to final deal IRNA 12 Jul 2015 -- President Hassan Rouhani voiced his gratitude in the recent breakthroughs in Iran-world powers nuclear talks.
Rouhani gives executive order to safeguard nuclear rights IRNA 12 Jul 2015 -- President Hassan Rouhani on Sunday gave executive order to Foreign Ministry and the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran to enforce the Law Mandating Government to Safeguard the Nuclear Rights and Achievements.
Rouhani insists on Iran's national interests in nuclear talks ISNA 12 Jul 2015 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said the nuclear talks with the G5+1 countries prove Iran favors reasoning and interaction regardless of the outcome of the negotiations.
Tehran Demands Lifting of Sanctions on Day of Signing Nuclear Deal Sputnik 12 Jul 2015 -- A full lifting of sanctions must be written in the texts of possible Iran's agreements with the P5+1 and must be observed on the very same day that Tehran begins fulfilling its obligations, according to the legislation passed by Iranian President Hassan Rouhani.
Enemies dare not endanger Iran borders: Navy commander Press TV 11 Jul 2015 -- The Iranian Navy commander says enemies of the Islamic Republic dare not endanger the country's borders.
Fair nuclear deal to boost global security, peace: Iran official Press TV 11 Jul 2015 -- A senior Iranian official says a possible "fair and comprehensive" deal between Iran and the P5+1 group of countries on Tehran's nuclear program will strengthen regional and international peace and security.
IRGC commander plays down military threats against Iran IRNA 11 Jul 2015 -- Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Major General Mohammad Ali Jafari on Saturday played down military threats against Iran.
Some key issues 'resolved' in Iran nuclear talks: Kerry ISNA 11 Jul 2015 -- US US Secretary of State John Kerry said progress has been made in intense negotiations between Iran and the G5+1 group of countries on Tehran's nuclear energy program.
Deadlock Persists at Iran Nuclear Talks VOA 11 Jul 2015 -- The United States and Iran struggled Saturday to break a deadlock that has prevented the major powers involved in reaching a historic deal that would bring sanctions relief for Tehran in exchange for curbs on its atomic program.
Analyst: Ending Iran Sanctions Could Push Down Oil Prices VOA 11 Jul 2015 -- Iran's economy has been hammered by a series of sanctions that have pushed it into recession, slashed the value of its currency, sparked soaring inflation, and hurt its oil sector.
Iran Nuclear Talks Extended Again VOA 10 Jul 2015 -- An interim nuclear agreement between Iran and world powers will be extended through Monday, to provide negotiators in Vienna more time for talks on a comprehensive deal, a senior U.S. State Department official said Friday.
Interim Iran nuclear deal extended to Monday to allow more talks, US Says IRNA 10 Jul 2015 -- Iran and major powers gave themselves until Monday to reach a nuclear agreement, their third extension in two weeks, as Tehran accused the West of throwing up new stumbling blocks to a deal.
EU further extends Iran sanctions freeze until Monday IRNA 10 Jul 2015 -- The European Union extended until Monday a suspension on sanctions on Iran, in the second move this month to allow more time for talks in Vienna to achieve a deal, the European Council said in a statement.
Velayati: Iran not to yield to pressure, psychological warfare IRNA 10 Jul 2015 -- Iranian negotiating team will not yield to pressures or psychological warfare, Advisor to the Supreme Leader and head of the Strategic Research Center of Iranian Expediency Council Ali Akbar Velayati said.
Zarif advises G5+1 to opt for accord or pressure IRNA 10 Jul 2015 -- Foreign Minister Mohammad-Javad Zarif said in Vienna on Friday that the G5+1 party should opt for a deal or pressure.
Zarif: N. deal to be obtained if G5+1 seeks 'balanced, honorable agreement' ISNA 10 Jul 2015 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad-Javad Zarif reiterated that nuclear deal will be defiantly achieved in case G5+1 seeks a 'balanced and honorable agreement.'
Iran official hopes US would lay aside sensitivities on sanctions ISNA 10 Jul 2015 -- An Iranian official expressed the hope that the US would lay aside its sensitivities about sanctions imposed on Iran.
Nuclear Talks To Continue Over Weekend RFE/RL 10 Jul 2015 -- Nuclear negotiations between Iran and major powers look set to continue into the weekend.
Updating the EU/P5+1 Ongoing Negotiations With Iran US Dept. of State 09 Jul 2015 -- Remarks by John Kerry, Secretary of State
New Issues Threaten to Derail Iran Nuclear Deal VOA 09 Jul 2015 -- As hard deadlines for an Iran nuclear deal softened and extended talks among the six countries negotiating with Tehran stretched into a second week, new issues have surfaced that threaten to derail the process.
Kerry on Iran Talks: 'We Will Not Wait Forever' VOA 09 Jul 2015 -- U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry said Thursday if difficult decisions are not made in Iran nuclear discussions, negotiators are ready to 'end this process.'
Obama Said To Put Odds Of Iran Nuclear Deal At Only 50 Percent RFE/RL 09 Jul 2015 -- U.S. President Barack Obama put the odds for an Iran nuclear deal at only 50-50 in a closed-door White House meeting with Senate Democrats, congressional participants said July 8.
Saudi Arabia Casts Wary Eye on Iran Deal VOA 08 Jul 2015 -- As Iran and world powers move toward a possible nuclear deal, Saudi Arabia faces drastic geopolitical shifts. Analysts say lifting sanctions on Iran could greatly increase competition for oil sales, as well as create other far-reaching consequences for the kingdom.
Iran Nuclear Talks Get Heated As Clock On Deal Runs Down RFE/RL 08 Jul 2015 -- Negotiations between Iran and major world powers became testy as Iran at the last minute raised the issue of eliminating broad United Nations sanctions over its conventional arms and missile programs, diplomats said.
Iran Says Offering 'Constructive Solutions' In Nuclear Talks RFE/RL 08 Jul 2015 -- A senior Iranian diplomat said on July 8 that Iran has presented 'constructive solutions' to resolve disputes in its nuclear talks with six major powers.
US, Iranian Nuclear Negotiators Meet in Vienna VOA 08 Jul 2015 -- Top U.S. and Iranian negotiators met for at least three hours Wednesday in Vienna to try to iron out differences in a nuclear agreement, one day after world powers extended yet another deadline to reach a final deal.
Araqchi: Text of Iran-P5+1 agreement almost complete IRNA 08 Jul 2015 -- Deputy Foreign Minister Abbass Araqchi has said the text of final agreement between Iran and the world six major powers is almost complete.
Background Briefing on the Negotiations With Iran US Dept. of State 07 Jul 2015
Senior US Official: Iran Nuclear Deal Hinges on Tough Choices VOA 07 Jul 2015 -- A senior U.S. official said Tuesday a nuclear deal with Iran is still possible, if parties involved in the negotiations return to the table ready to make tough political choices.
Larijani: Nuclear deal helps maintain permanent security in region IRNA 07 Jul 2015 -- Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani said on Tuesday that comprehensive nuclear deal between Iran and G5+1 helps restore permanent security in the region and there will be no threat to any country.
Iran Nuclear Talks To Continue Through July 10 RFE/RL 07 Jul 2015 -- EU foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini says nuclear talks between Iran and six world powers will continue for "several days," officially confirming that the negotiations will continue beyond a deadline that already has been extended twice.
Nuclear Deal Would Boost Rohani But Turn Up Pressure From Hard-Liners RFE/RL 07 Jul 2015 -- For Iranian President Hassan Rohani, a nuclear deal with global powers would be a double-edged sword.
US Wants Iran to Have Limited Access to Military Equipment - Carter Sputnik 07 Jul 2015 -- According to US Defense Secretary Ashton Carter, Iran should be limited in its ability to purchase different kinds of military equipment.
Officials Begin Crunch Talks On Iran Deal RFE/RL 06 Jul 2015 -- Foreign ministers from major world powers resumed talks in Vienna, one day before a self-imposed deadline to reach a nuclear deal with Iran.
Background Briefing in Vienna, Austria US Dept. of State 06 Jul 2015
Nuclear Deal With Iran Would Be Complex VOA 06 Jul 2015 -- An Iran nuclear deal would essentially a trade: Iran trading its capability to make nuclear weapons in exchange for relief from international economic sanctions.
Deputies of IAEA director general in Tehran ISNA 06 Jul 2015 -- Deputies of Yukiya Amano, the director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) arrived in the Iranian capital, Tehran, to discuss ways of sorting out issues pertaining to Iran's nuclear program.
Sen. Corker urges Kerry not to rush to a bad deal with Iran Press TV 06 Jul 2015 -- Bob Corker, chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, has urged US Secretary of State John Kerry to not rush to a bad nuclear deal in the negotiations with Iran.
Final Iran Deal Faces Potential Stumbling Block VOA 06 Jul 2015 -- The foreign ministers from the group of six world powers and Iran are locked in intense negotiations in Vienna on Monday with key disputes unresolved, including a potential stumbling block involving a push by Tehran to have a U.N. arms embargo lifted.
Sultan Qabous approves Iran-Oman Maritime Border Demarcation deal IRNA 05 Jul 2015 -- Sultan Qabous of Oman approved an agreement by Terhan and Muscat on Saturday to demarcate their maritime borders in the Sea of Oman.
Commander: IRGC's Ghadir Radar complying with modern technology IRNA 05 Jul 2015 -- Commander of Khatam ol-Anbia Air Defense Base Brigadier General Farzad Esmayeeli said IRGC's Ghadir phased-array radar system enjoys state-of-the-art technology.
Iran Deploys Long-Range Ghadir Radar System Sputnik 05 Jul 2015 -- Iran deploys Ghadir radar system in an opening ceremony on Saturday in Southern Iran. The radar system is capable of discovering and tracking planes from a 600-kilometer distance and ballistic missiles from a distance of 1,100 kilometers.
Kerry: Iran Nuclear Talks 'Could Go Either Way' VOA 05 Jul 2015 -- The deadline for Iran nuclear talks is fast approaching as foreign ministers from the six negotiating powers and Iran meet in Vienna for a final push to reach a comprehensive agreement that limits Tehran nuclear capabilities in exchange for the lifting of sanctions imposed on the Islamic Republic.
Kerry Cites Progress, But Says Iran Nuclear Talks 'Could Go Either Way' RFE/RL 05 Jul 2015 -- U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry, speaking in Vienna on July 5, said there has been genuine progress in the Iranian nuclear talks but that 'we are not yet where we need to be on several of the most difficult issues' and that the talks 'could go either way.'
Iran's Nuclear Program A Child Of Washington RFE/RL 05 Jul 2015 -- The start of Iran's nuclear program can arguably be pegged to December 8, 1953. It was on that date that U.S. President Dwight D. Eisenhower delivered what was later dubbed his Atoms For Peace speech to the United Nations General Assembly.
Nuclear deal to become UN document: Araqchi IRNA 05 Jul 2015 -- Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said the comprehensive nuclear agreement will become an international document after its approval in UN.
All sides firm to settle N. issue, says Iran chief negotiator ISNA 05 Jul 2015 -- Iranian senior nuclear negotiator Abbas Araqchi described as 'serious' the atmosphere of negotiations between Iran and G5+1, saying that all sides are firm about settling nuclear issue.
Washington Awaits Outcome of Iran Talks VOA 05 Jul 2015 -- Suspense surrounding extended international negotiations over Iran's nuclear program is keenly felt in Washington, where any deal would face tough votes in both houses of the Republican-led Congress.
Leader: Other motives behind West's sanctions on Iran IRNA 04 Jul 2015 -- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei underlined that the sanctions imposed against Iran have nothing to do with Tehran's nuclear activities or human rights record, and said that there surely other motives behind the bans.
IRGC's Ghadir radar deployed in Southern Iran IRNA 04 Jul 2015 -- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) deployed its Ghadir phased-array radar system with a range of 1,100 kilometers in Southern Iran on Saturday.
Iran's IRGC launches 2nd Qadir radar system Press TV 04 Jul 2015 -- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has launched a long-range radar system in the southwest of the country to enhance its air defense capabilities.
G5+1 has to decide between agreement with Iran or coercion against it: Zarif ISNA 04 Jul 2015 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said Iran's negotiating partners have to make a choice between agreement with the Islamic Republic or coercion against it.
Iran Nuclear Negotiations Enter Critical Point VOA 04 Jul 2015 -- Negotiations on Iran's nuclear program will reach a critical point Sunday as officials have reported progress on two key areas in dispute: the pace of sanctions relief and the inspection of Iran's nuclear and military facilities.
Kerry, Zarif Meet on Key Iran Nuclear Disputes VOA 03 Jul 2015 -- U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry met Friday with Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif in Vienna to discuss key disputes that prevented nuclear negotiators from meeting a June 30 deadline for an agreement.
Iran, IAEA agree to set timetable to resolve technical nuke issues: president People's Daily 03 Jul 2015 -- Iran will resolve remaining technical nuclear issues in close cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in a specific timetable, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said here on Thursday.
Zarif Says 'Never Been Closer' To Nuclear Deal RFE/RL 03 Jul 2015 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has said a lasting nuclear deal with Iran has 'never been closer.'
The Father Of Iran's Nuclear Program Recalls How It All Began RFE/RL 03 Jul 2015 -- It was late in 1973 when Akbar Etemad got the call -- the shah wanted to discuss ways to launch a nuclear program that would cement Iran's place among the world's modern nations.
Iran president holds talks with IAEA's Amano in Tehran Press TV 02 Jul 2015 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani has met with the director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in Tehran, amid parallel diplomatic efforts in Vienna aimed at reaching a final deal on the Iranian nuclear issue.
No Clarity on Status of Iran Nuclear Talks VOA 02 Jul 2015 -- Iranian negotiators in Vienna are sending mixed signals about the pace of talks with Western powers on the country's nuclear program.
Commander: Iranian ground forces ready to nip foreign threats in bud IRNA 01 Jul 2015 -- Islamic Republic of Iran's Ground Force Commander Brigadier General Ahmad Reza Pourdastan underscored that the Armed Forces would give swift and proportional response to any enemy threats.
Ex-U.S. Envoy To Iraq Says Iran Playing 'Unhelpful' Role RFE/RL 01 Jul 2015 -- A former U.S. ambassador to Iraq has accused Iran of playing an 'unhelpful' and 'very damaging' role in Iraq by furthering sectarian tensions.
UN Nuclear Chief Heads to Iran VOA 01 Jul 2015 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says his government has invited Yukiya Amano, head of the International Atomic Energy Agency, to Tehran to work with Iranian officials on "how to proceed," as Iran nuclear negotiators continue talks in Vienna.

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