Washington, United States -- The US defense secretary reiterated Sunday that the United States hopes for a diplomatic solution to keep Iran from developing a nuclear weapon, but if that failed the military was ready "to go deep and to go big." US and Iranian diplomats opened indirect talks Saturday...
Saudi Arabia to use own uranium for nuclear project: minister
Seeking to reduce its dependence on crude, the world's biggest oil exporter, Saudi Arabia, has said that the kingdom intends to use its own uranium resources to develop its civilian nuclear program, according to its energy minister, The project is expected to cost the country some $80 billion.
Iran says ‘ready to cooperate’ with UN nuclear watchdog
The International Atomic Energy Agency had said in a report it "cannot assure" the peaceful nature of Tehran's nuclear program. Its findings further complicated diplomatic efforts to revive a landmark 2015 nuclear deal between Iran and major powers, including the United States.
Israel heads towards snap election, Lapid poised to be PM
Israel's parliament is expected to dissolve Wednesday, ending Prime Minister Naftali Bennett's year-long tenure and triggering a fifth election in less than four years that could see ex-premier Benjamin Netanyahu reclaim power. Barring an 11th-hour shock agreement to save the coalition or form a new government within the existing parliament,...
Iran terms US sanctions relief ‘good but not enough’
US steps on lifting sanctions are "good but not enough", Iran said Saturday, following Washington's announcement it was waiving sanctions on Iran's civil nuclear program.‘Not time to give up’, says Biden on Iran nuclear talks
President Joe Biden is still bullish on being able to revive the 2015 nuclear deal with Iran.
Iran ‘spy network’ recruits women online, says Israel
According to Shin Bet domestic security agency, Iranian "espionage network" uses Facebook to recruit Israeli women.Austin says US capable of deploying force in Middle East
The United States warned Saturday it was capable of deploying "overwhelming force" in the Middle East as it faced questions about its willingness to use its military power in the region.
Iran rejects Western ‘concerns’ over nuclear compliance
The accord between Iran and six world powers to find a long-term solution to the crisis over its nuclear program has been moribund since former US president Donald Trump walked out in May 2018.
US targets Iran’s drone program with sanctions
The sanctions boosted pressure on Iran ahead of the reopening of negotiations on the country's nuclear program. The sanctions came nine days after an attack on a US military base in Al-Tanf in Syria that involved drones, and two days after Iran said it would return to talks to revive...
GCC condemns Iran for interfering in affairs of other nations
GCC demands Iran’s nuclear program, ballistic missiles, and its support for militias must be included in ongoing talks in Vienna between Iran and five world powers
