Iran’s IRGC tests new weapons as second US aircraft carrier nears region The drill was at least the third conducted by Iranian forces in the past two weeks. Iran
Analysis Israel fears Trump will clear path for partial Iran deal on nuclear standoff Israel is concerned that a limited American strike on Iran, followed by negotiations, would lead to a partial nuclear deal that excludes the ballistic missile and proxy issues. By Ben Caspit In Tel Aviv, reporting on national security, Israeli politics, defense
Analysis Iran scrambles to shape endgame amid growing US military pressure With Washington tightening deadlines and deploying assets, Tehran is mounting a rapid diplomatic campaign while preparing for what is increasingly seen as some level of unavoidable confrontation. By A correspondent in Tehran In Tehran, reporting on politics
Iran's FM says US didn’t demand zero enrichment in nuclear talks The top Iranian diplomat said the two sides have instead discussed “confidence-building measures" related to its nuclear program. Iran
Iran, Hezbollah, Lebanon top Bennett's agenda with Biden Israel fears that Iran and Hezbollah will take advantage of the economic and political crisis in Lebanon to tighten their hold on the country. Israel
Iran to move away from nuclear-centered foreign policy Iran’s likely new foreign minister will not be as focused on the nuclear deal as was his predecessor. Iran
European powers blast Iran's 'troubling' nuclear violations The United Kingdom, France and Germany urged Iran to return to the negotiating table following reports the country has accelerated its nuclear program. Iran
Iran ramps up uranium enrichment as nuclear talks stall The UN International Atomic Energy Agency also has concluded that Iran is continuing to produce uranium metal in violation of the 2015 nuclear deal. Iran
Afghan chaos further incentive for India’s efforts to strengthen ties with Iran The recent rise of the Taliban in Kabul has expedited New Delhi's efforts to boost ties with Iran, which is positioned to be India's main corridor to Afghanistan, yet major challenges remain. Iran
US blasts Iran's uranium metal production as 'unconstructive' The State Department condemned Iran's violations of the deal following a UN watchdog report that found Tehran has produced 200 grams of uranium metal enriched up to 20%. Iran
Israel hopes Biden will take harder line on Iran after Afghan withdrawal Israel seems determined to focus on the opportunities that could stem from the Afghan crisis, such as a wake-up call to its American allies. Israel
Whither US policy toward Iran? The election of Iran's new president and the Taliban's stunning takeover in Afghanistan have somewhat shaken up the Iran nuclear deal talks, but the United States and Iran clearly know reinstating the deal is in both their favor. United States
Israel presses case against new Iranian government The government of Prime Minister Naftali Bennett is busily conducting a public relations campaign against the cabinet of new Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi. Israel
Turkey sees opportunity in Iran-West faceoff under Raisi Raisi’s hard-line approach may further sharpen disagreements between Ankara and Tehran over Syria and Iraq, but Ankara also sees new opportunities under the new Iranian leadership. Turkey
Israel's Bennett works to boost ties with Biden administration Prime Minister Naftali Bennett learned from the mistakes of his predecessor, former Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and is investing tremendous efforts into developing an intimate relationship with President Joe Biden. Israel
