April 2007 - Iran Special Weapons News

Larijani reaffirms legitimacy of Iraqi government IRNA 30 Apr 2007 -- Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council Ali Larijani on Monday reaffirmed legitimacy of Iraqi government and said that it has been elected in a democratic election.
Iraq: Iran's Attendance Key To Security Conference RFE/RL 30 Apr 2007 -- Iran's agreement to attend the Sharm El-Sheikh conference on Iraq's security on May 3-4 puts an end to days of speculation over whether the summit will involve all of the major players in the increasingly regional crisis.
President agrees to take part in int'l conference on Iraq IRNA 29 Apr 2007 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad on Sunday agreed to take part in the international conference on Iraqi security.
U.S., Iran Could Meet At Iraqi Conference RFE/RL 29 Apr 2007 -- U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice says she might meet with Iranian Foreign Minister Manuchehr Mottaki at an upcoming conference on stabilizing Iraq.
Halt Flow of Arms and Foreign Fighters to Iraq, Rice Tells Iran Washington File 29 Apr 2007 -- The most positive steps Iran could take to enhance Iraqi security would be to halt the flow of explosives and foreign fighters across Iraq's border and to stop supporting armed militia groups that are "killing innocent Iraqi citizens," Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice says.
Iran has no intention to suspend nuclear enrichment - official RIA Novosti 29 Apr 2007 -- Iran does not intend to discuss the suspension of its nuclear enrichment activities, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Mohammad Ali Hosseini said Sunday.
Solana calls for US to hold direct talks with Iran on nuclear issue IRNA 28 Apr 2007 -- EU foreign policy chief Javier Solana encouraged the US administration to hold direct talks with Iran on issues consistent with Iranian nuclear program.
Prospect of Sharm el-Sheikh meeting for Iran, US IRNA 28 Apr 2007 -- Despite charging Iran with interference in Iraq's internal affairs, Washington has now increased its attempts to attract Iran's agreement to attend the upcoming meeting of Iraq's neighboring countries in the Egyptian city of Sharm el-Sheikh.
If Solana merely conveys West's past message, talks useless - Kharrazi IRNA 27 Apr 2007 -- Head of Iran's Strategic Foreign Policy Council Kamal Kharrazi on Friday emphasized that West must alter its approach toward Iran, adding if Solana would merely convey West's past message, talks would be useless.
Iran to respond any strike severely IRNA 27 Apr 2007 -- Iran is a strong nation with a powerful army and any military aggression on the country will be definitely responded severely, Army Commander Ahmad Mahmoudzadeh said on Thursday.
Petraeus: Interrogations Reveal Iranian Influence in Iraq AFPS 26 Apr 2007 -- Through interrogations of key detainees in the past month, the United States has learned a great deal about Iranian involvement in terrorist activities in Iraq, specifically the financing and training of insurgent groups, the commander of U.S. forces in Iraq said here today.
US General Says Iran-Linked Group Attacked US Troops VOA 26 Apr 2007 -- The top U.S. commander in Iraq says an Iraqi group affiliated with an elite Iranian force carried out an attack last year in which five U.S. soldiers were killed near the Iraqi town of Karbala
Zebari says Iraq government has decided to expel MKO from Iraq IRNA 26 Apr 2007 -- Visiting Iraqi Foreign Minister Hoshyar Zebari said here Wednesday evening " Iraq government has decided to expel members of the terrorist group Mujahedin Khalq Organization (MKO) from the country."
Larijani, Solana to resume talks in two weeks IRNA 26 Apr 2007 -- Iran's top nuclear negotiator Ali Larijani and the EU Foreign Policy Commissioner Javier Solana on Thursday reached a consensus to resume talks in the next two weeks.
Holding nuclear talks in Ankara proves Iran's amicable ties with Turkey: Larijani IRNA 26 Apr 2007 -- Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Larijani here Thursday stressed that holding nuclear talks in Ankara proves Iran's amicable ties with Turkey.
Iran's stand on presence in Sharm al-Sheikh to be announced soon IRNA 26 Apr 2007 -- IRI Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said here Wednesday Iran's stand on attending Iraq's neighbors conference in Sharm al-Sheikh would soon be announced.
Iran, EU Seek Nuclear Deal VOA 26 Apr 2007 -- The Iranian government's top nuclear negotiator, Ali Larijani, says his country and the European Union are edging toward a common view in some areas in their talks to end an international deadlock over Iran's nuclear program
U.S.: Administration Seeks To Engage Iran, Syria On Iraq RFE/RL 26 Apr 2007 -- For months, the administration of U.S. President George W. Bush has resisted the idea of holding talks with Iran and Syria, which he accuses of mischief in the Middle East, particularly in Iraq.
Iran, EU To Continue Nuclear Talks RFE/RL 26 Apr 2007 -- Iranian and EU officials plan to hold fresh talks on Iran's disputed nuclear program in two weeks.
EU's Solana notes progress at talks with Iran's Larijani RIA Novosti 26 Apr 2007 -- The EU's leading foreign policy and security official said Thursday that progress had been made during talks with Iran's top nuclear negotiator Ali Larijani in Turkey.
Iran nuclear program talks could begin immediately - Larijani RIA Novosti 26 Apr 2007 -- Iran's talks with the European Union concerning its nuclear program could begin immediately, the Islamic Republic's top nuclear negotiator said Thursday at a news conference with a European Union high representative.
Analysis: Getting Iran to the Table cfr.org 25 Apr 2007 -- Negotiations over Iran's nuclear program may finally move forward with reports that key European states are mulling a new diplomatic approach
Larijani, Solana start talks IRNA 25 Apr 2007 -- Iran's top nuclear negotiator Ali Larijani and EU Foreign Policy Chief Javier Solana started talks behind closed doors here on Wednesday.
Iran welcomes correct, precise talks: Larijani IRNA 25 Apr 2007 -- Iran welcomes correct and precise negotiations to settle ongoing disputes over its peaceful nuclear program, Secretary of Supreme National Security Council Ali Larijani said on Wednesday.
Larijani heads to Turkey for talks with Solana IRNA 25 Apr 2007 -- Iran's top nuclear negotiator Ali Larijani left here for Ankara, Turkey, Wednesday morning to hold talks with the European Union Foreign Policy Chief Javier Solana.
No Details Emerge After EU-Iranian Nuclear Meeting RFE/RL 25 Apr 2007 -- Iran's nuclear negotiator, Ali Larijani, met with EU foreign-policy chief Javier Solana in Ankara today to discuss Tehran's disputed nuclear program.
US Expectations Low for Solana-Larijani Meeting VOA 25 Apr 2007 -- The State Department said Wednesday there has been no softening of the U.S. position on Iran's nuclear program, and that its expectations for an Ankara meeting between Iranian and European Union envoys are low
Iran: Tehran To Resume Talks With EU In Turkey RFE/RL 25 Apr 2007 -- Iran and the European Union are due today to resume talks on Iran's nuclear program when Javier Solana, the EU's foreign policy chief, and Ali Larijani, the secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, meet in Turkey's capital, Ankara.
Iran, EU discuss resumption of nuclear talks in Turkey RIA Novosti 25 Apr 2007 -- Iran's top nuclear negotiator and Europe's foreign policy and security chief started Wednesday a two-day round of discussions on the future of talks over the Islamic Republic's controversial nuclear program in the Turkish capital.
G5+1 starts coordination contacts on Iran's peaceful nuclear plan IRNA 24 Apr 2007 -- The G5+1 has started contacts to coordinate next steps with regards to Iran's nuclear program and consultations are to be held at the level of political directors of the countries' foreign ministries on the issue.
Iran not to accept suspension as topic of talks: FM IRNA 24 Apr 2007 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said in Havana Monday that Tehran would not accept suspension of uranium enrichment as a topic or outcome of the upcoming talks on its peaceful nuclear program.
Iran stresses talks on equal footing: Hosseini IRNA 24 Apr 2007 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Mohammad-Ali Hosseini said on Monday that Iran stresses continuation of talks on equal footing and on the basis of mutual respect and non-interference in domestic affairs.
Elham terms Iran's nuclear stance as transparent IRNA 24 Apr 2007 -- Government spokesman Gholam Hussein Elham said here Tuesday that Iran's nuclear stance is quite clear and transparent.
Negotiation, best way out of Iran's nuclear stand-off: Ahmadinejad IRNA 24 Apr 2007 -- IRI President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said here Monday in an interview with Al-Alam News Network, "Negotiation is the best way out of Iran's nuclear stand-off."
Russia expresses hope to receive payments for Bushehr plant regularly IRNA 24 Apr 2007 -- Russia's Atomic Energy Chief Sergei Kiriyenko expressed hope that Iran's payments for construction of Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant could be regular.
Larijani reluctant to discuss enrichment ban with Solana RIA Novosti 24 Apr 2007 -- Iran's top nuclear negotiator is reluctant to discuss the resumption of a moratorium on uranium enrichment at the upcoming talks in Turkey with Europe's foreign policy chief, an Iranian government official spokesman said Tuesday.
Iran's president says ready for talks with U.S. leader RIA Novosti 24 Apr 2007 -- The president of Iran, at the center of international concerns over its nuclear ambitions, has said he was ready to meet with U.S. President George W. Bush, the Al-Alam channel said Tuesday.
Much Not Known About Iranian Weapons Found in Afghanistan AFPS 23 Apr 2007 -- In the last month, U.S. troops in Afghanistan have found weapons made in Iran, though how the weapons got there is a vexing question, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff told servicemembers during a town hall session here April 21.
Larijani: Russia had better not link politics to Bushehr project IRNA 23 Apr 2007 -- Secretary of Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Larijani here Monday referred to Iran-Russia new financial agreement on Bushehr nuclear power plant and said that Russia had better not link political issues with this project.
Larijani blames some states for interfering in former nuclear talks IRNA 23 Apr 2007 -- Secretary of Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Larijani here Monday said that previous talks on Iran's nuclear issue led to some results, adding that however, some adventurists interfered in the matter.
Larijani: West should not talk about preconditions IRNA 23 Apr 2007 -- Secretary of Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Larijani here Monday underlined that if the approach of West to Iran's nuclear issue is realistic, no preset conditions should be brought up during the talks, given that new conditions require new initiatives.
EU's Solana Upbeat Ahead of Nuclear Talks With Iran VOA 23 Apr 2007 -- European Union foreign policy chief Javier Solana expressed cautious optimism Monday his talks later this week with his Iranian counterpart in nuclear talks, Ali Larijani, will be positive
List of Iranian officials banned from entering EU expanded RIA Novosti 23 Apr 2007 -- The foreign ministers of the 27 European Union countries have expanded the list of Iranian officials and entities banned from entering the EU at a session in Luxembourg.
No political obstacles to Bushehr construction - Russia RIA Novosti 23 Apr 2007 -- There are no political obstacles for Russia to build a nuclear power plant in Iran, as the project does not violate the nuclear non-proliferation regime, Russia's top nuclear official said Monday.
Iran sees no obstacle in restoring relations with U.S.-president RIA Novosti 23 Apr 2007 -- There are no obstacles to rebuilding relations between Tehran and Washington, which were broken off over 20 years ago, Iran's president said Monday.
Russia, Iran agree deal on Bushehr NPP stable financing RIA Novosti 23 Apr 2007 -- Russia and Iran have signed a deal to provide stable financing for the construction of the Bushehr nuclear power plant in the south of the Islamic Republic, the project's chief contractor said Sunday.
FM advisor comments on resumption of nuclear talks IRNA 22 Apr 2007 -- Advisor to Foreign Minister said on Sunday that resuming negotiations with the European Union on nuclear program will be the best way to resolve the dispute.
Spokesman: Iran's nuclear program does not threaten any country IRNA 22 Apr 2007 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Mohammad-Ali Hosseini said that Iran's Arab neighboring states have been briefed on the country's nuclear activities for peaceful purposes and that they do not threaten any country.
Iran's nuclear activities under IAEA supervision: Hosseini IRNA 22 Apr 2007 -- Iran on Sunday reiterated that all its peaceful nuclear activities have been carried out based on international treaties and under supervision of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
Olmert: Iran's Nuclear Program Can Be Stopped Peacefully VOA 22 Apr 2007 -- Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert believes there's still time for a peaceful resolution of the crisis over Iran's nuclear program
Iran, Russia to resolve differences on Bushehr Nuclear Plant IRNA 21 Apr 2007 -- Iranian Nuclear Energy Production and Development Company and Russian Atomstroiexport Company held talks in Moscow on Saturday to resolve differences.
Atomstroiexport: Bushehr Power Plant construction continues IRNA 21 Apr 2007 -- Russian contractor of Bushehr Power Plant "Atomstroiexport" said the construction of the plant is continuing normally, but the issue of delivering some equipment which is provided by a third country has not yet been solved.
Iran officials in Moscow for nuclear talks on Bushehr RIA Novosti 21 Apr 2007 -- Iranian nuclear officials arrived in Moscow last night to discuss completion of the Bushehr nuclear power plant that Russia is building in the Islamic Republic, the IRNA news agency said.
US Lawmakers Call on India to Halt Military Cooperation with Iran VOA 20 Apr 2007 -- A bipartisan group of U.S. senators has asked India to cease its growing military cooperation with Iran
Iran installs uranium centrifuges under IAEA control-vice pres. RIA Novosti 20 Apr 2007 -- Iran is installing uranium enrichment centrifuges at its Natanz nuclear center under the supervision of international nuclear watchdog inspectors, Iran's Vice President Gholamreza Agazade said Friday.
Defense Secretary Gates Cites Concerns About Syria, Iran Washington File 19 Apr 2007 -- Defense Secretary Robert Gates discussed prospects for reconciliation in Iraq, the Middle East peace process, disruptive Syrian activities in the region and Iran's nuclear ambitions as part of his ongoing trip through the Middle East that included stops in Egypt, Israel and Iraq.
Spokesman rejects US claim on discovery of Iranian military equipment IRNA 19 Apr 2007 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Mohammad-Ali Hosseini here Thursday dismissed the remarks of US officials about discovery of Iranian made military equipment in Afghanistan as a repeated and unauthorized scenario.
Envoy denies US claim on discovery of Iranian weapons in Kandahar IRNA 19 Apr 2007 -- Iranian Ambassador to Kabul Mohammad-Reza Bahrami denied the US claim on discovery of some Iranian made weapons and ammunition in Kandahar province to the south of Afghanistan.
US: Iranians Aid Iraqi Sunni Car Bombers VOA 19 Apr 2007 -- A senior U.S. military officer says a renewed effort to break suicide bomb networks in Iraq has led, at least in part, to Iranian intelligence services
President: No one entitled to back down from Iran's nuclear right IRNA 19 Apr 2007 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Thursday that no one has the right to back down from Iran's full rights to nuclear energy even one iota or for one day.
Mottaki stresses resumption of talks to settle Iran's N-issue IRNA 19 Apr 2007 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki here Wednesday evening expressed hope that serious and constructive talks would resume between Iran and the Western countries to settle the nuclear issue.
IAEA Says Iran Making Nuclear Fuel RFE/RL 19 Apr 2007 -- The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) says Iran has begun making nuclear fuel in its underground uranium-enrichment plant.
Russian first deputy PM hopes air strike on Iran will be averted RIA Novosti 19 Apr 2007 -- Russia's first deputy prime minister said Thursday he hopes the United States will not launch air strikes against Iran and called for unity within the UN Security Council.
Gates, Olmert Discuss Iran's Nuclear Program VOA 19 Apr 2007 -- Israeli officials say Prime Minister Ehud Olmert and the visiting U.S. Defense Secretary, Robert Gates, have discussed the Iranian nuclear issue.
Iranian-Made Weapons Seized in Afghanistan Washington File 18 Apr 2007 -- U.S. forces in Afghanistan have intercepted a shipment of Iranian-made weapons and explosives intended for the Taliban, raising new concerns in Washington as NATO forces begin a new spring offensive, U.S. officials say.
Afghanistan: U.S. Says Iranian-Made Weapons Found RFE/RL 18 Apr 2007 -- U.S. officials are expressing concern at the possibility that Iran might be moving to support the Taliban in Afghanistan.
US Defense Secretary Says Diplomacy Working on Iran VOA 18 Apr 2007 -- U.S. Secretary of Defense Robert Gates, on a visit to Israel, says he believes diplomatic efforts to isolate Iran for it uranium enrichment activities are working
Iran: U.S. State Department Spokesman Discusses Relations RFE/RL 18 Apr 2007 -- U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Public Affairs Sean McCormack is the principal spokesman of the U.S. State Department
Iran says it develops advanced weapons despite sanctions RIA Novosti 18 Apr 2007 -- Iran has mastered the most advanced armaments and military technologies despite sanctions by the West banning arm imports to the Islamic Republic, Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said at an annual military parade.
Iran's Air Force combat power at highest level, commander IRNA 17 Apr 2007 -- The combat force, equipment and skilled personnel of Iran's Air Force are at the highest level, said Commander of the Air Force Brigadier General Ahmad Miqani on Tuesday.
Bushehr NPP commissioning to be postponed - Igor Ivanov RIA Novosti 17 Apr 2007 -- The commissioning of the Bushehr nuclear power plant will be postponed, but Iran and Russia have partly resolved the payment crisis, the secretary of Russia's Security Council said Tuesday.
Iran continues installing new centrifuges at Natanz facility RIA Novosti 17 Apr 2007 -- Iran is installing new centrifuges at the uranium enrichment plant in Natanz, the vice president said after President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad announced earlier this month that Tehran had started industrial uranium enrichment.
Iran to give crushing response to any aggression, commander IRNA 16 Apr 2007 -- Commander of the Islamic Republic of Iran's Navy Rear-Admiral Sajjad Kouchaki said on Monday that Iran would give crushing response to those who may venture into aggression on Iran.
President: Iranians will not quit its nuclear right IRNA 16 Apr 2007 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad on Monday warned the world's bullying powers that the Iranian nation will not give up one iota of its nuclear right and will resist against them to achieve all its legal and inalienable rights.
Iran continues nuclear program despite UN resolution - president RIA Novosti 16 Apr 2007 -- Iran will continue implementing its nuclear program regardless of UN Security Council resolutions, the president said Monday.
Iran has right to possess nuclear power - president RIA Novosti 16 Apr 2007 -- The Iranian president reiterated Monday that his country will never give up its legitimate right to develop nuclear technologies.
Syrian defense delegation arrives in Tehran IRNA 15 Apr 2007 -- Syrian defense delegation including officials of Syrian National Defence College arrived in Tehran on Sunday.
Rafsanjani: West uses Iran's nuclear issue as pretext for enmity IRNA 15 Apr 2007 -- Expediency Council Chairman Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani said on Sunday that peaceful use of nuclear energy is a serious discussion between Iran and the parties involved particularly the Western states.
IAEA report to remove possible ambiguities: Hosseini IRNA 15 Apr 2007 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Mohammad-Ali Hosseini said here Sunday that a report by inspectors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) would remove possible ambiguities regarding Iran's nuclear program.
AEOI seeks int'l tenders to build two nuclear power plants IRNA 15 Apr 2007 -- An Iranian nuclear company on Sunday invited domestic and foreign companies and contractors to design, supply equipment and construct two nuclear power plants in the southern city of Bushehr.
IAEA chief: Iran's nuclear issue to be solved through talks IRNA 15 Apr 2007 -- Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Mohamed ElBaradei said here Sunday that Iran's nuclear issue can only be solved through talks.
Iran soon to accept bids for two more nuclear power plants RIA Novosti 15 Apr 2007 -- Iran will soon announce a tender for the construction of two more nuclear power plants in the south of the Islamic Republic, an official of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization said Sunday.
US General: Iran May be Helping Iraqi Sunni Insurgents, Shi'ite Groups VOA 13 Apr 2007 -- The second-ranking U.S. general in Iraq says his experts suspect that Iran is helping Sunni insurgent groups, as well as Shi'ite groups, as both contribute to ongoing violence in Iraq
No link between unreal US stance, Iran's legal approach: Hosseini IRNA 13 Apr 2007 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman Mohammad-Ali Hosseini on Friday rejected any connection between the US' unrealistic and propaganda stance with an aim of diverting public opinion and Iran's legal approach, which is based on the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT).
Russia rules out military scenario for Iran - MP RIA Novosti 13 Apr 2007 -- A military scenario for Iran should be ruled out, a senior Russian lawmaker said after a closed-doors meeting with Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Kislyak.
Russia nuclear chief doubts industrial uranium production in Iran RIA Novosti 12 Apr 2007 -- Russia's top nuclear official said his federal nuclear power agency Rosatom has doubts that Iran has begun producing uranium on an industrial scale.
UN Nuclear Chief Insists Iran Uranium Enrichment Still in Early Stages VOA 12 Apr 2007 -- The head of the U.N. nuclear agency says Iran is still in the early stages of building a large uranium enrichment facility.
Analysis: Iran Inches Toward Nuclear Red Line cfr.org 11 Apr 2007 -- Marking Iran's latest national holiday, "Nuclear Day," President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad had "good nuclear news" for his compatriots.
Larijani advises West to revise policies on Iran's nuclear issue IRNA 11 Apr 2007 -- Iran's top nuclear negotiator Ali Larijani on Wednesday recommended the West to reconsider its policies on Iran's peaceful nuclear activities.
Iran welcomes talks based on int'l law: Larijani IRNA 11 Apr 2007 -- Iran welcomes talks based on international law in a way to reach a sustainable agreement and remove previous concerns, Iran's top nuclear negotiator Ali Larijani said Wednesday.
Larijani reacts to West on Iran's new nuclear achievement IRNA 11 Apr 2007 -- Secretary of Supreme National Security Council Ali Larijani here Wednesday showed reaction to the est's recent claims that Iran has exaggerated about its new nuclear achievement in production of nuclear fuel on an industrial scale.
Larijani reacts to West on Iran's new nuclear achievement IRNA 11 Apr 2007 -- Deputy Permanent Representative of Iran to the United Nations Mehdi Danesh-Yazdi outlined Tehran's principled positions on Tuesday at the UN Disarmament Commission hoping the body would suggest more factual proposals for elimination of nuclear weapons.
IAEA Predicts Iran Could Make Bomb Within Six Years RFE/RL 11 Apr 2007 -- A spokeswoman for the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) says Iran will have the capacity to build its own nuclear bomb in four to six years.
Russia urges Iran adopt intl. banking standards for Bushehr NPP RIA Novosti 11 Apr 2007 -- Russia has asked Iran to switch from national to international banking standards in funding the Bushehr nuclear power plant, the general contractor said Wednesday.
Iran threatens to shun Iraq conference if diplomats not freed RIA Novosti 11 Apr 2007 -- Iran may stay away from an upcoming international conference on Iraq unless the U.S. frees five Iranian diplomats it seized earlier this year in Iraq, a Foreign Ministry official said Wednesday.
World should believe in Iran's nuclear fuel ability - Saidi RIA Novosti 11 Apr 2007 -- Doubts by the international community over Iran's transition to nuclear fuel production on an industrial scale are ungrounded, a high ranking Iranian official said Wednesday.
Iran has no intention to quit NPT - Larijani RIA Novosti 11 Apr 2007 -- Iran has no intention of pulling out of the Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty, Iran's top nuclear negotiator said Wednesday.
Iran drill near Bushehr mounts tensions over Russia-led project RIA Novosti 11 Apr 2007 -- Iran's military exercise near the Bushehr nuclear power plant in the south of the country April 6 raises tensions around the $1-billion Russia-led project, a Moscow nuclear official said Wednesday.
War with Iran would be catastrophic - Ivanov RIA Novosti 11 Apr 2007 -- Russia's first deputy prime minister said Wednesday a war against Iran would lead to a catastrophe.
U.S. Accuses Iran Of Aiding Iraqi Sunni Extremists RFE/RL 11 Apr 2007 -- The U.S. military today accused Iranian intelligence agents of supporting Sunni extremist groups in Iraq, and not just Shi'ite militiamen.
US Military: Iranian Agents Supporting Insurgent Groups in Iraq VOA 11 Apr 2007 -- The chief U.S. military spokesman in Iraq says Iranian operatives continue to provide high-powered explosives and training to Iraqi insurgents, despite repeated requests by top U.S. officials for Iran to stop the practice
Iran May Boycott Iraq Security Conference if Detainees Not Freed VOA 11 Apr 2007 -- Iran has signaled that it may not participate in an upcoming Iraqi security conference if the United States does not release five detained Iranians.
Iran: Nuclear Claim Brings Fallout RFE/RL 10 Apr 2007 -- Tehran's announcement on April 9 of industrial-scale nuclear enrichment is regarded by critics as a further act of defiance by a government that has resisted international pressure to suspend sensitive nuclear work.
Russia to rely on IAEA view of Iran nuclear program -Kremlin aide RIA Novosti 10 Apr 2007 -- Russia will use the international nuclear watchdog's perspective in its assessment of Iran's nuclear program, a presidential aide said Tuesday.
Iran's Bushehr NPP to go online before Mar. 2008 - official RIA Novosti 10 Apr 2007 -- Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant will be commissioned before March 2008, an Iranian official said Tuesday.
IAEA experts arrive in Iran for inspection - news agency RIA Novosti 10 Apr 2007 -- Two experts from the international nuclear watchdog have arrived in Iran to inspect the Natanz nuclear facility, an Iranian news agency said Tuesday.
Iran uranium enrichment on industrial scale unconfirmed - Moscow RIA Novosti 10 Apr 2007 -- Moscow is unable to confirm whether Iran has started uranium enrichment on an industrial scale, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said at a briefing in Moscow Tuesday.
Iran Announces 'Industrial-Level' Nuclear Work RFE/RL 09 Apr 2007 -- Iran says the country's uranium-enrichment program is ready to operate on an "industrial level."
UN Secretary General urges Iran to stop defying Security Council RIA Novosti 09 Apr 2007 -- UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon has urged Tehran to stop acting in defiance of Security Council resolutions, a UN spokesperson said Monday.
Iran enters industrial stage in nuclear fuel production RIA Novosti 09 Apr 2007 -- Iran has started industrial-scale production of nuclear fuel, the Islamic Republic's president said Monday.
Talks on Bushehr NPP to continue until April 13 - official RIA Novosti 09 Apr 2007 -- A current round of negotiations on the construction of Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant to break a stalemate over the project's financing will continue until April 13, Atomstroyexport said Monday.
Iran has 3,000 nuclear enrichment centrifuges in Natanz - Larijani RIA Novosti 09 Apr 2007 -- Iran has increased the number of centrifuges for uranium enrichment at the underground nuclear facility in Natanz to up to 3,000, Iran's top nuclear negotiator said Monday.
Iran not to give up its right to civilian nuclear tech - Larijani RIA Novosti 09 Apr 2007 -- Iran will not give up its right to civilian nuclear technology, but is ready to hold talks on its nuclear program aimed at reaching an agreement, Iran's top nuclear negotiator said Monday.
Iran's Nuclear Expansion Marks "Another Missed Opportunity" Washignton File 09 Apr 2007 -- Iran's defiance of the international community by expanding its uranium enrichment is depriving that nation of current and future global trade and investment opportunities, the Bush administration said.
Iran says wants to make nuclear fuel due to delayed Bushehr NPP RIA Novosti 08 Apr 2007 -- Delays in completing the Bushehr nuclear power plant in Iran prompt the Islamic Republic to produce nuclear fuel on its own, Iran's Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said Sunday.
Iran will continue uranium enrichment - official RIA Novosti 08 Apr 2007 -- Iran will continue its nuclear program and the world community's demand to halt uranium enrichment is unacceptable, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Mohammad Ali Hosseini said Sunday.
Iranian Diplomat Claims He Was Tortured In Iraq RFE/RL 07 Apr 2007 -- An Iranian diplomat freed after being abducted in Iraq today said he was "tortured" by his captors, among them U.S. forces.
Released Iranian diplomat accuses CIA of torture - news agency RIA Novosti 07 Apr 2007 -- An Iranian diplomat abducted in Baghdad in early February and released earlier this week claims he has been interrogated and tortured by the CIA agents, an Iran's news agency reported Saturday.
British Service Personnel Describe Ordeal RFE/RL 06 Apr 2007 -- The British navy personnel recently released by Iran have said categorically that they were not in Iranian waters when they were captured on March 23.
British Navy To Review Naval Crew's Seizure RFE/RL 06 Apr 2007 -- The British Royal Navy has begun a review of the circumstances leading to the capture of 15 of its service personnel by Iran.
U.K. sailors say they were placed under pressure by Iranians RIA Novosti 06 Apr 2007 -- British sailors and marines released from Iranian captivity Wednesday insisted Friday they had been detained in Iraqi territorial waters, saying they had been put under "constant psychological pressure."
U.S. Open To Talks With Iran RFE/RL 06 Apr 2007 -- U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice could be open to direct talks with Iran over its role in Iraq.
Iran ready to defend itself from possible U.S. attack - speaker RIA Novosti 05 Apr 2007 -- Iran is prepared to defend itself should the United States attack it, the speaker of Iran's parliament said Thursday.
No grounds to expect early U.S. strike against Iran - Russian diplomat RIA Novosti 05 Apr 2007 -- There are no grounds to expect a U.S. attack on Iran in the next few days, a deputy Russian foreign minister said Thursday.
Iran's air defense can repel U.S. air strikes - Russian brass RIA Novosti 05 Apr 2007 -- Iran has air defense systems capable of repelling possible United States air strikes, a high-ranking Russian military official said Thursday.
British Crew Leaves Iran RFE/RL 05 Apr 2007 -- The 15 Royal Navy sailors and marines left Tehran today in the morning local time and are now en-route home to Britain.
U.K. intrusion was a test of Iran's defenses - Iranian official RIA Novosti 05 Apr 2007 -- The U.K.'s intrusion into Iran's territorial waters was an attempt by the West to test the republic's defense capabilities, a senior aide to Iran's supreme leader said Thursday.
Kuwaiti media warns of planned U.S. strike against Iran in Apr. RIA Novosti 04 Apr 2007 -- A Kuwaiti newspaper warned Wednesday that the United States is planning a missile strike against Iran some time in April.
Iran To Release Detained British Service Personnel RFE/RL 04 Apr 2007 -- Iranian President Mahmud Ahmadinejad announced today in Tehran that the 15 British service personnel detained in the Persian Gulf on March 23 will be "pardoned" and released.
Iran Lauds Britain's 'Change Of Tone' In Detainee Standoff RFE/RL 04 Apr 2007 -- Iranian parliament speaker Gholam Ali Haddad-Adel today said Britain was taking "more appropriate action" to end the dispute over Tehran's detention of the British naval personnel in the Persian Gulf on March 23.
Released U.K. sailors to leave Iran Thursday - Iranian TV RIA Novosti 04 Apr 2007 -- The 15 British sailors released after being held in custody in Iran for nearly two weeks will fly out of Iran at 4:30 a.m. GMT Thursday, Iran's IRNA news agency said Wednesday.
U.K. sailors to be released after Iran president's news conference RIA Novosti 04 Apr 2007 -- Iran's president said Wednesday that the 15 British sailors detained in late March have been amnestied, calling it "a gift" to the British people.
U.K., Iran enter second day of talks on sailors' release RIA Novosti 04 Apr 2007 -- Tehran and London have entered the second day of negotiations on the release of 15 British naval personnel detained by Iran last month over an alleged border violation, Iranian diplomats said.
Release of British Sailors Leaves Unanswered Questions VOA 04 Apr 2007 -- The end of the standoff between Britain and Iran still leaves many questions unanswered
Blair: Next Two Days Critical in Iranian Standoff Over British Sailors VOA 03 Apr 2007 -- British Prime Minister Tony Blair says the next two days will be critical in efforts to secure the release of 15 British sailors captured by Iran.
Iran: Televised Confessions Raise Questions About British Detainees RFE/RL 03 Apr 2007 -- The legal codes and constitutions of most countries -- at least on paper -- protect detainees from psychological and physical abuse.
Britain Says Next 48 Hours Critical For Iran Standoff RFE/RL 03 Apr 2007 -- Iran and Britain have reportedly been in contact in an attempt to resolve the row over the capture of 15 British navy personnel by Iranian forces.
Analysis: Beyond the British Sailors cfr.org 03 Apr 2007 -- From the moment it began, it was clear the confrontation between Iran and Britain over the capture of fifteen British military personnel would be no isolated incident
Iran: Public Mostly Supports Detention Of Britons RFE/RL 03 Apr 2007 -- Iran's extended Norouz (New Year) holidays and a parliamentary recess have resulted in little public comments in Iran about the March 23 detentions of 15 British naval personnel in the Persian Gulf, most politicians and other groups have been supportive of the government's action as the proper response to a perceived violation of Iran's territorial waters.
Russia anxious about military action against Iran near its border RIA Novosti 03 Apr 2007 -- Russia is concerned about a possible attack on Iran and insists that military action near its border is totally unacceptable, the first deputy foreign minister said Tuesday.
Iran denies reports of Russians leaving Bushehr NPP RIA Novosti 03 Apr 2007 -- Russian specialists working on the construction of the Bushehr NPP in Iran are not leaving the Middle East country despite some media reports, an Iranian official said Tuesday.
U.S. must think twice before striking Iran - Russian brass RIA Novosti 03 Apr 2007 -- Washington needs to think twice before launching a military campaign against Tehran as such an attack would have global implications, a senior Russian military official said Tuesday.
Iran to build new nuclear power plants RIA Novosti 03 Apr 2007 -- Iran plans to build new nuclear power stations, Iran's First Vice President Parviz Davudi said Tuesday.
British Official: London Shares Iran's Preference for Direct Talks on Captured Sailors VOA 02 Apr 2007 -- A British official says London shares Tehran's preference for early bilateral discussions to resolve the case of 15 captured British sailors seized by Iran in the Gulf.
1st VP to open logistic units of Bushehr nuclear power plant IRNA 02 Apr 2007 -- The logistic units of Bushehr nuclear power plant including its pump house and 400-KW power station will be commissioned on Tuesday in the presence of First Vice President Parviz Davoudi, Vice President and Head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization Reza Aqazadeh as well as his deputies.
Nuclear Program Hurting Iran's Economy, IMF Says Washington File 02 Apr 2007 -- The international community's confrontation with Iran over its nuclear program already has affected the Iranian economy adversely and could threaten investment and growth further if the crisis escalates, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
Iran/U.K.: London, Tehran Clash In War Of Images RFE/RL 02 Apr 2007 -- London says the 15 British sailors and marines captured on March 23 were unlawfully seized in Iraqi waters, while Tehran says they trespassed into Iranian territory.
Iran/U.K.: Expert Discusses British Sailors' Apparent Cooperation With Iranian Authorities RFE/RL 02 Apr 2007 -- Iran's state-run media say all 15 British naval personnel and marines being held by Tehran have confessed to illegally entering Iranian waters.
Iran to stop broadcasting film of detained U.K. crew - radio RIA Novosti 02 Apr 2007 -- Iranian television will no longer broadcast film of the detained British Navy personnel due to 'positive changes' in Britain's stance on the issue, Iranian state radio said Monday.
Iran warns U.S. not to meddle in U.K. crew seizure RIA Novosti 02 Apr 2007 -- Iran has urged U.S. President George Bush to stay out of the issue of the U.K. crew detention, the Foreign Ministry said Monday.
Iran Says All 15 British Captives Confess to Entering Iranian Waters VOA 02 Apr 2007 -- Iran says all 15 British sailors and marines in Iranian custody have confessed to illegally entering Iranian waters.
Tehran says two U.S. Air Force bombers violated Iran air space RIA Novosti 02 Apr 2007 -- Two U.S. Air Force bombers violated Iranian air space last week, a Tehran-based Arabic language news channel, Al-Alam, said Monday.
Iran Questions EU's 'Illogical' Support For Britain Over Sailors RFE/RL 01 Apr 2007 -- Iran is responding to criticism from European Union officials about 15 British sailors and marines Iran says it detained in Iranian waters.
Bush Says Iran Must Release British Hostages VOA 01 Apr 2007 -- U.S. President George Bush says Iran must unconditionally release 15 British naval personnel seized this past week
Ahmadinejad renews his former statement on nuclear program success IRNA 01 Apr 2007 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad on Sunday renewed his former statement on success of the nuclear program and said the people will hear good news in this respect.
Iran president promises to announce nuclear work news soon RIA Novosti 01 Apr 2007 -- Iran's president promised Sunday to announce the Islamic Republic's successes in developing its nuclear program.

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