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AlterNet: A Jew's Eye View of Iran 2008-05-15

By Larry Beinhart, AlterNet. Posted May 15, 2008. We were there on a mission for peace. I kid you not. Though every time I say it, I feel like John Belushi ...

ZNet: Conyers Mounts Opposition to Iran Attack 2008-05-15

As we mark five years of war in Iraq , I have become increasingly concerned that the President may possibly take unilateral, preemptive military acti ...

CASMII: Hearings on the Chicago Iran Resolution 2008-05-15

by Robert Naiman (source: Huffington Post) The proceedings begin with a press conference at City Hall, followed by the actual hearings.

CASMII: Planned US Israeli Attack on Iran: Will there be a War against Iran? 2008-05-15

by Michel Chossudovsky (source: Global Research) The media has failed to cover the history of US war preparations directed against Iran.

BBC News: Obama attacks Bush over Iran barb 2008-05-15

Barack Obama has accused George W Bush of attacking him after the US president compared those in favour of talking to terrorists to Nazi appeasers.

Real News Network: Iran and Israel: Lost in translation? 2008-05-15

Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad reiterates controversial statements calling for an "end to the Zionist regime," leading different news services ...

Real News Network: Russia's new president faces US on Iran 2008-05-15

Dmitry Medvedev was inaugurated as the new president of Russia last week, following the resignation of his mentor and predecessor, Vladimir Putin.

Mathaba.Net: Iran: Ayatollah Jannati due on May 16 on 5 day visit to Pakistan 2008-05-15

A six-member delegation from Guardian Council of Islamic Republic of Iran, led by Ayatollah Ahmad Jannati, Secretary of the Guardian Council ...

Mathaba.Net: Iran: Islamic world urged to stand against Western style human rights 2008-05-15

Secretary of the Human Rights Headquarters of Iran's Judiciary Mohammad Javad Larijani called on all Islamic states on Thursday to stand against the Western ...

Mathaba.Net: Iran: ICRO head in China for cultural talks 2008-05-15

Head of Iran's Islamic Culture and Relations Organization (ICRO) Mehdi Mostafavi arrived here on Thursday. Mostafavi and his entourage were welcomed ...

Mathaba.Net: Bahrain ambassador praised for promoting Iran ties 2008-05-15

Bahraini Minister of Industry and Mines Hassan Abdullah Fakhr held talks with the Bahraini Ambassador to Iran Rashid bin Al-Dosary in Manama on Wednesday.

Mathaba.Net: Iran, Japan discuss issues of mutual interest 2008-05-15

Iranian Ambassador to Tokyo Abbas Araqchi hold talks with the Japanese deputy foreign minister on issues of mutual interest on Wednesday.

Mathaba.Net: Iran: Haddad Adel expresses condolence on China earthquake 2008-05-15

Majlis Speaker Gholam-Ali Haddad-Adel on Wednesday sent a message to his Chinese counterpart to express condolence on the death of thousands of people ...

PRESS TV: Iran slams murder attempt on embassy 2008-05-15

Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Mohammad-Ali Hosseini has condemned the assassination attempt against Iranian diplomats in Baghdad.

Islamic Republic News Agency: Israel weaker than dare attack Iran: Defense minister 2008-05-15

Minister of Defense and Logistics of Armed Forces Mostafa Mohammad-Najjar said Thursday that Israel is weaker and more fragile than dare to attack ...

Islamic Republic News Agency: Iran presents proposed package to UN, SC 2008-05-15

Iran's Permanent Representative to the UN Mohammad Khazaei delivered on Wednesday the country's package of proposals to the body's Secretary General Ban Ki- ...

PRESS TV: France to screen Iran's Other Being 2008-05-15

The annual Annecy International Animated Film Festival is scheduled to screen an animated film by Iranian director Mashallah Mohammadi.

International Herald Tribune: Help Lebanon: Talk to Syria and Iran 2008-05-15

President George W. Bush claims that Lebanon's "Cedar Revolution" in 2005, which ended 30 years of Syrian military occupation, was a triumph of his policy ...

International Herald Tribune: Iran says US-backed group planned attack on Russian consulate 2008-05-15

AP TEHRAN, Iran: Iran's state-owned newspaper says a group Tehran has accused of bombing a mosque in the country last month and of having ties to the US ...

Los Angeles Times: The man behind the Iran arms report reveals the backstory 2008-05-15

Thomas Fingar would learn that getting it right about Tehran's nuclear weapons work did not mean he could avert the ongoing conflict between politics ...

Washington Post: Gates: US Should Engage Iran With Incentives, Pressure 2008-05-15

By Karen DeYoung The United States should construct a combination of incentives and pressure to engage Iran, and may have missed earlier opportunities ...

OpEdNews: US confession: Weapons were not made in Iran after all 2008-05-15

by CASMII (Posted by Rowan Wolf) Page 1 of 1 page(s) In a sharp reversal of its longstanding accusations against Iran arming militants in Iraq , the U ...

Euronews.net: Bush addresses Knesset, attacks Iran 2008-05-15

In a speech before the Israeli parliament, President Bush has offered a peace prophecy for the Middle East. "America is with you in breaking up terrorist ...

PRESS TV: Armenia backs Iran's nuclear program 2008-05-15

Armenian Defense Minister Seyran Ohanian says Iran reserves the right to use nuclear energy for peaceful purposes to attain prosperity.

Bloomberg: Saudi King Abdulla Invites Iran's Rafsanjani to Saudi Arabia 2008-05-15

By Tarek Al-Issawi The invitation to Rafsanjani to attend an Islamic conference in Mecca was extended because of the former president's ``influence'' in ...

Alalam News Network: Iran Proposal "Not Linked" to UN Moves 2008-05-15

BRUSSELS, May 15--Iranian envoy to the European Union said the package of proposal handed to 27-member body was not tied to the "hostile" United Nati ...

Reuters: CORRECTED-Gates urges more nongovernment contacts with Iran 2008-05-15

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - US Defence Secretary Robert Gates called on Wednesday for more unofficial contacts with Iran, saying this might eventually open ...

Reuters: Bush sees calls for Iran talks as "appeasement" 2008-05-15

By Matt Spetalnick JERUSALEM, May 15 (Reuters) - US President George W. Bush on Thursday decried his critics' calls for negotiations with Iranian President ...

Reuters: Bush sees calls for Iran talks as "appeasement" 2008-05-15

By Matt Spetalnick JERUSALEM (Reuters) - US President George W. Bush on Thursday decried his critics' calls for negotiations with Iranian President Mahmoud ...

Reuters: Bush sees calls for Iran talks as "appeasement" 2008-05-15

By Matt Spetalnick JERUSALEM, May 15 (Reuters) - US President George W. Bush on Thursday decried his critics' calls for negotiations with Iranian President ...

Reuters: Letting Iran have nuclear arms "unforgivable": Bush 2008-05-15

JERUSALEM (Reuters) - President George W. Bush will tell Israel's parliament on Thursday that letting Iran acquire nuclear weapons would be an "unforgivable ...

Economist: Iran's tool fights America's stooge 2008-05-15

A delicate balance between Christians, Druze, Sunnis and Shias has broken down. Reassembly will be hard IT LOOKED disturbingly like a sequel to Lebanon' ...

RTT News: Iran's Proposals Falls Short Of UN Demands 2008-05-15

(RTTNews) - Iran's latest offer for talks on its controversial nuclear program, which was sent to UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon on Tuesday ...

PRESS TV: Italy: We will join US against Iran 2008-05-15

Italy's foreign minister, Franco Frattini, says the new government of Rome is prepared to adopt a 'very firm' approach toward Tehran.

Spero News: US should oppose Iran's agents in Lebanon, Syria 2008-05-15

By Ariel Cohen, Ph.D. As President Bush prepares to travel to the Middle East, Lebanon's survival as a multi-ethnic, multi-denominational state is at stake.

PRESS TV: Russia to ensure citizen security in Iran 2008-05-15

Moscow vows to help protect Russian nationals residing in Iran, after Tehran revealed it had foiled an attack on Russia's consulate.

RedOrbit: Iran Striving to Achieve Self-Sufficiency in Oil Production 2008-05-15

By Nasser Karimi AP AZADEGAN OIL FIELD, Iran -- At this huge oil field in southwest Iran, one building stands out among the pumps and maze of pipelines: ...

PRESS TV: Bush setting stage for war on Iran 2008-05-15

President George W. Bush once again puts on his mask of liberation to create an atmosphere that harks back to the launch of the Iraq war.

International Journalist's Network: International conference on religion and media to be held in Iran 2008-05-15

The Second International Conference on Religion and Media will be held in Tehran and Qom , Iran , from November 9 to 12. The deadline for registration ...

Liberty Maven: Iran Declares War on the Dollar = More War for America 2008-05-15

íBomb, bomb, bomb, bomb, bomb Iranì - John McCain. America gears up for another Hitler blitzkrieg. And Fu** your Yellow Ribbon. íThe dollar has completely ...

Chicagoist: City Council Holds Off on Resolution Opposing Invasion of Iran 2008-05-15

The city council backed away from a resolution opposing a US invasion of Iran yesterday at the behest of Mayor Daley. The resolution, sponsored by 49th Ward ...

Islamic Republic News Agency: Iran Embassy in Mexico urges world to defend Palestinians 2008-05-15

Iran's Embassy in Mexico on Thursday issued a statement calling on international community to defend the rights of the oppressed Palestinian people.

Fars News Agency: Total Hopeful about Finalizing Gas Deal with Iran 2008-05-15

It follows the decision by the UK/Dutch Shell Group on 11 May to cancel its involvement in another phase of the project due to sanctions pressure from ...

TPM: Iran: What's the Game? 2008-05-15

By Todd Gitlin - May 14, 2008, 6:21PM I've been wondering all day whether what's going on between the US and Israel on the one hand, and Iran on the other ...

Fars News Agency: Swiss FM Defends Iran Visit 2008-05-15

She told a conference in Lucerne on Wednesday that the agreement ensured a long-term Swiss presence in an important region. The gas deal which was signed ...

Earthtimes (press release): Bush: US with Israel against Iran's nuclear ambitions - Summary 2008-05-15

Jerusalem - Visiting US President George W Bush expressed unequivocal support for Israel Thursday, saying it had a right to defend itself against attacks ...

Trend News Agency: Nuclear Iran Will Fully Change Geo-Political Situation in Middle ... 2008-05-15

Israel, Jerusalem, 15 May /corr. Trend News R.Abdullayev / Former head of military intelligible service of Israel, Aaron Zeevi-Farkash calls ...

Fars News Agency: Iran Delivers Proposals on Global Problems to UN 2008-05-15

The "incentives package" was handed over after President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Tuesday that Tehran was ready to talk to world powers about global ...

Adirondack Daily Enterprise: Helping to put a "human face on Iran" 2008-05-15

By EMILY HUNKLER, Enterprise Staff Writer LAKE PLACID ë Priscilla Fairbanks was at the Adirondack Community Church in Lake Placid Wednesday night presenting ...

Arizona Daily Star: My opinion Thomas L. Friedman : Iran is soundly winning in ... 2008-05-15

The next American president will inherit many foreign-policy challenges, but surely one of the biggest will be the Cold War. Yes, the next president ...

Today.Az: Work groups of Azerbaijan, Iran and Russia to meet on North-South ... 2008-05-15

The due announcement was made by the spokesman for the Azerbaijan State Railroad Nadir Azmamedov. He said the meeting participants will discuss the further ...

Seattle Times: Not all is sweetness and light between Iran and Russia 2008-05-15

By Pyotr Goncharov ALIREZA SOT AKBAR / AP MOSCOW ë Vladimir Putin's last-minute decision to fulfill UN Security Council Resolution 1803 on Iran before ...

Energy Business Review: Shell and Repsol opt out of Iran gas project 2008-05-15

By Staff Writer Shell and Repsol have reportedly signed a preliminary deal with the National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) in 2007, according to which ...

PRESS TV: 'Iran vows steady solidarity with IAEA' 2008-05-15

Iran will continue to cooperate with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on its nuclear program, a senior official has affirmed.

The Windy Citizen: Chicago aldermen tackle Iran issues, forget local problems 2008-05-15

Should the US go to war in Iran? A Chicago City Council committee considered the issue Tuesday. The resolution, sponsored by Ald. Joe Moore (49th) was put ...

ShortNews.com: Saudi Arabia Warns Iran of Consequences For Supporting Hezbollah' ... 2008-05-15

On Tuesday at a press conference in Riyadh, the Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Saud al-Faisal, claimed that "Iran is supporting the coup that took place ...

IRNA: Quake jolts northern Iran 2008-05-15

An earthquake measuring 3.7 on the Richter scale hit the city of Amlash in the northern province of Gilan early Thursday morning.

Manila Standard Today: "Stray Dogs" from Iran 2008-05-15

By Antonio C. Abaya Zahed is about nine years old. His sister, Gol-ghotai, is about seven. Together they wander around the scruffy streets of Kabul ...

Goal.com: Iran: Title Race Goes Down To Wire 2008-05-15

The Iranian title race is going down to the wire with second-placed Persepolis two points behind leaders Sepahan with one game left.

Xinhua: Gates calls for more private US-Iran contacts 2008-05-15

WASHINGTON, May 14 (Xinhua) -- US Defense Secretary Robert Gates called for more visits to Iran by American citizens on Wednesday, saying the private ...

Khaleej Times: Saudis to press Bush on Palestinian deal to curb Iran 2008-05-15

RIYADH - Saudi Arabia will tell US President George W. Bush on Friday that he must push for a settlement of the Palestinian problem if he wants to counter ...

Youngstown Vindicator: Saudis issue warning to Iran about Lebanon 2008-05-15

BEIRUT, Lebanon ë Saudi Arabia sent Iran a sharp warning over Lebanon on Tuesday, saying Tehran"s support for Hezbollah will damage its relations with other ...

Antara: News Focus: Indonesia, Iran enjoying harmonious bilateral ties 2008-05-15

By Bambang Purwanto Jakarta (ANTARA News) - Indonesia and Iran are now enjoying harmonious bilateral relations as the two Muslim countries are able to ...

Tehran Times: Iran should focus on Asian energy markets: official 2008-05-15

TEHRAN ê Concentration of Iran over Asian energy markets and particularly India and China in the spotlight can boost security of energy supply to the Middle ...

KPBS: Congressman Filner Critiques Bush Policy on Iran 2008-05-15

San Diego Democratic Congressman Bob Filner says the government's policies on Iran are failing. Jodi Breisler reports from Capitol Hill.

Ya Libnan: US pushing UN to condemn Hezbollah, Iran, Syria 2008-05-15

Beirut- The United States is pushing for a strong UN resolution condemning Syria and Hezbollah for their actions in violence-torn Lebanon, but diplom ...

PRESS TV: US needs leverage in dealing with Iran 2008-05-15

The US Defense Secretary says the White House needs leverage with respect to Iran in a bid to hold substantive dialogue with Tehran.

Australia.TO: Iran threatens Israel and supplies arms to terrorists in Iraq 2008-05-15

BRISBANE, Australia - Iran is making itself a pest. On the world stage it causes destruction and promotes violence. As Australia's Prime Minister Kevin Rudd ...

Mathaba.Net: Iran: University students stage a sit in protest in front of UK ... 2008-05-14

A large number of university students staged a sit in protest in front of the British Embassy in Tehran on Tuesday to condemn the role of country in ...

Mathaba.Net: Russia's MegaFone mulls entering Iran market 2008-05-14

MegaFone is eyeing for a dlrs 4.6 billion investment in Islamic Republic's cell phone market, hoping to win a tender for GSM in Iran.

Mathaba.Net: Iran, Oman call for boosting of mutual ties 2008-05-14

In an interview with Oman-based newspaper Al-Shabiba, Morteza Rahimi noted that the recent visit of deputy to Oman Sultan Qaboos, Fahd bin Mahmoud Al- ...

Mathaba.Net: Iran: Mashhad to host tourism exhibit 2008-05-14

Mashhad will host the First International Exhibition of Tourism Equipment and Services, Hoteliering and Industrial Kitchen for three days from May 27.

Reuters: Iran's Ahmadinejad says Israel "dying" 2008-05-14

TEHRAN (Reuters) - Iran's President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Wednesday that Israel was "dying" and that people in the Middle East would destroy it ...

Reuters.fr: Russia says "Six" could guarantee Iran security 2008-05-14

By Conor Sweeney YEKATERINBURG, Russia (Reuters) - The six powers negotiating with Iran to suspend its uranium enrichment program could offer Tehr ...

Reuters: Russia says "Six" could guarantee Iran security 2008-05-14

YEKATERINBURG, Russia (Reuters) - The six nations negotiating with Iran to suspend its uranium enrichment program could guarantee Tehran's security ...

International Herald Tribune: Afghanistan protests to Iran over border killings 2008-05-14

KABUL: Afghanistan has protested to neighbouring Iran over the killing of a number of its nationals by Iranian forces, the Foreign Ministry said ...

Reuters South Africa: Oil steady below $126, eyes Iran, US stock build 2008-05-14

By Maryelle Demongeot SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Oil was little changed below $126 on Wednesday, with traders awaiting an expected rebound in weekly U ...

Adnkronos International Italia: Australia: Government may pursue Iran for inciting hatred 2008-05-14

Canberra, 14 May (AKI) - The Australian government is preparing to prosecute Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad in the International Court of Justice ...

International Herald Tribune: Russia urges international partners to provide security guarantee ... 2008-05-14

AP MOSCOW: Russian news agencies say Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has urged international mediators on Iran's nuclear program to provide security ...

Kurdish Globe: Iran adds to drought misery 2008-05-14

A recent picture shows the old bridge in Khanaqeen and the Alwan River totally dried. PRESS PHOTO Dams constructed by the Islamic Republic are siphoning off ...

Islamic Republic News Agency: 3rd round of Iran-IAEA nuclear talks goes on in Tehran 2008-05-14

The third day of talks between Iranian officials and members of a technical delegation from the International Atomic Energy Agency continues in Tehran ...

Fars News Agency: Ritter Urges US to Use Iran to Escape Iraq 2008-05-14

Speaking at a press conference in Chicago, Ritter said the leaders of the Iraqi government have "very close'' ties with Tehran. "[Thus,] to say that Iran ...

Xinhua: Russia urges security guarantees for Iran 2008-05-14

MOSCOW, May 15 (Xinhua) -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on Wednesday urged mediators to give Iran security guarantees in a bid to settle ...

Middle East Times: Iran sets its tentacles into Lebanon 2008-05-14

By RABBI DANIEL M. ZUCKER The Islamic Republic of Iran has just extended its power into Lebanon through its completion within the last 90 days of a new ...

ISNA: Ban Ki-moon, Solana and Calmy-Rey receive Iran"s package of proposals 2008-05-14

TEHRAN, May 14 (ISNA)-Iran has submitted its package of proposals to EU foreign policy chief Javier Solana, UN secretary general Ban Ki-moon and Sw ...

Earthtimes (press release): Russia says 'six' could guarantee Iran's security 2008-05-14

Yekaterinenburg, Russia - Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said the six UN nations negotiating with Tehran over its nuclear programme should offer ...

SteelGuru: Iran inks maritime MoU with 2008-05-14

Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting reported that Iran and Azerbaijan have signed an agreement to cooperate in maritime trade and shipping ...

MehrNews.com: Iran representative to OPEC to be replaced 2008-05-14

TEHRAN, May 14 (MNA) -- Iran"s representative to OPEC Hussein Kazempur-Ardabili is to be replaced by senior National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC)

Trend News Agency: Nuclear Weapons May Spread to Middle East from Iran: Henry Kissinger 2008-05-14

Israel, Jerusalem, 14 May / corr. TrendNews R. Abddullayev/ The former Secretary of State of the United States Henry Kissinger believes that if Iran become ...

Commodity Online: Iran rejects report on crude output cut 2008-05-14

TEHRAN: Iran on Tuesday denied reports that it has decided to reduce its crude oil production drastically. Iran"s Oil Minister Gholam-Hossein Nozari ...

Daily Press: Rumors that Iran might cut production send oil futures to nearly ... 2008-05-14

AP NEW YORK - Oil prices shot to a new record near $127 a barrel Tuesday on concerns that Iran might consider cutting crude oil production.

Islamic Republic News Agency: Iran's proposal package presented to Solana 2008-05-14

Iran's Ambassador to Belgium on Tuesday, presented Tehran's package of proposals aimed at resolving the world problems to the European Union's foreign ...

PRESS TV: Iran's Nekounam plays for charity 2008-05-14

Iranian midfielder Javad Nekounam has played in a charity football match at Sevilla's Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan to help African children.

The FINANCIAL: Lebanon accuses Iran of sparking violence in the country 2008-05-14

The FINANCIAL -- BEIRUT, Lebanon's Sunni Muslim leader Saad al-Hariri accused Iran on May 13 of being behind recent violent clashes between supporters ...

Reuters India: Iran to crack down on "indecent" Western-style groups 2008-05-13

TEHRAN (Reuters) - Iranian police will launch a crackdown this week on "indecent Western-inspired movements" such as rappers and satanists, state radio ...

Budapest Business Journal: Russian mobile operator plans to invest $4.6 bln in Iran 2008-05-13

MegaFon, Russia"s third largest mobile operator, ready to invest around õ3 billion ($4.6 billion) in its business in Iran, the company"s general direct ...

PRESS TV: Iran to dispatch workforce to Qatar 2008-05-13

Iran and Qatar have signed a memorandum of understanding on dispatch of Iranian workforce to Qatar and ways of boosting labor cooperation.

PRESS TV: US warns banks against Iran deals 2008-05-13

To exert extra pressure on Iran over its nuclear program, the US has warned banks they will face a 'legal risk' if they deal with Tehran.

PRESS TV: Bush: Iran, Syria behind Lebanon crisis 2008-05-13

The US president has accused Iran and Syria of manipulating the government and people of Lebanon and fueling violence in the country.

Khaleej Times: India will not support violence against Iran 2008-05-13

By Anwar Ahmed (Our staff reporter) ABU DHABI ë Indian Minister of External Affairs Pranab Mukherjee yesterday reiterated India"s policy of non-violence ...

Trading Markets (press release): Diplomatic (Pak values high its relations with Iran, Fehmida 2008-05-13

Islamabad, May 10, 2008 (Asia Pulse Data Source via COMTEX) -- -- The Ambassador of Iran Mashallah Shakri called on the Speaker, National Assembly ,Dr ...

PRESS TV: Iran welcomes stable, secure Iraq 2008-05-13

Iran's Ambassador to Baghdad Hassan Kazemi Qomi says that Tehran welcomes restoration of stability, security and tranquility in Iraq.

PRESS TV: IMF: Inflation a threat to Iran's economy 2008-05-13

The International Monetary Fund sees inflation as the most important challenge facing Iran's economy, which has been robust in recent years.

PRESS TV: Iran: Israel on the brink of extinction 2008-05-13

Senior Iranian diplomat Seyyed Ahmad Mousavi says Israel is on the path to its imminent annihilation and is weakening by the minute.

PRESS TV: Bush: Iran 'single biggest threat' 2008-05-13

The US president says Iran poses the 'single biggest threat' to the Middle East, calling for measures to be taken against the country.

PRESS TV: McCain aide: US war on Iran 'distinct' 2008-05-13

War enthusiast and staunch McCain supporter Senator Joe Lieberman says the prospect of US military actions against Iran is 'distinct'.

IRNA: Iran, Tajikistan to expand cultural, economic cooperation 2008-05-13

Iranian ambassador to Tajikistan said economic, cultural, industrial and scientific cooperation between Iran and Tajikistan will expand more.

Reuters India: FEATURE-Smuggling to Iran rife in dangerous Gulf waters 2008-05-12

By Lin Noueihed KHASAB, Oman, May 12 (Reuters) - Smugglers pile boxes high on their speedboats, covering them with tarpaulin before zipping off into ...

Guardian: Iran envoy calls for promotion of Muslim... - IPP Media 2008-05-12

By Nasser Kigwangallah The Cultural Centre of Iran in the country has called for promotion of Muslim women's role in education, social and cultural issues.

PRESS TV: Iran's foreX reserve board dissolved 2008-05-12

The Board of Trustees of Iran's Forex Reserve Account is dissolved and its responsibilities are transferred to a government economic commission.

Tehran Times: Iran-IAEA to resume talks today 2008-05-12

TEHRAN - Iran and the UN nuclear watchdog will hold new talks today over Tehran"s long-running nuclear standoff with the West.

plastemart.com: Iran's petrochemical exports to China to rise to US$1 bln this year 2008-05-12

Managing Director of National Petrochemical Company has said that Iran's petrochemical exports to China are expected to reach US$ 1 bln during the current ...

Zee News: IAEA team in Iran to continue talks on nuclear programme 2008-05-12

Tehran, May 12: A delegation from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is to arrive in Tehran later Monday to continue negotiations on the Islamic ...

Azerbaijan Business Center: Azerbaijan and Iran established a committee on shipping & port ... 2008-05-12

Baku, Fineko/abc.az. The next meeting was held in Tehran between representatives of maritime administrations of Iran and Azerbaijan from 4 to 6 of May ...

PRESS TV: Iran FM: UK backs criminals, terrorists 2008-05-12

Iran's Foreign Minister Mottaki says that public opinion across the world accuses Britain of supporting criminals and terrorists. In a meeting with the head ...

Jakarta Post: Iran signs up for more trade with RI 2008-05-12

Iran, which has just signed two large project deals with Indonesia, aims to soon take up around 1 percent of Indonesia's annual international trade value ...

MehrNews.com: Iran"s reserves in foreign banks hit $81b 2008-05-12

TEHRAN, May 11 (MNA) -- Iranian reserves in foreign banks in mid-February 2008 reached over $81 billion, Iran"s central bank announced on Sunday.

MehrNews.com: Iran presents outline of proposals package to various countries 2008-05-12

TEHRAN, May 11 (MNA) -- The Islamic Republic is currently presenting the outline of its package of diplomatic proposals to various countrie ...

PRESS TV: Iran 2nd at Turkey Taekwondo events 2008-05-12

The Iranian side has finished runner-up at the World Junior Taekwondo Championship events in Izmir, Turkey. Iranian contenders snatched two gold and one ...

Tehran Times: Iran, Kyrgyzstan eye stronger ties 2008-05-12

The Kyrgyz Foreign Ministry has held a seminar to study Iran-Kyrgyzstan ties jointly with the UNESCO Friends Society and the Iranian Embassy.

Dissident Voice: Why All of Our Efforts Won"t Stop the Attack on Iran 2008-05-11

by Gary Leupp / May 11th, 2008 íThere is considerable speculation,ì writes the former CIA officer, íand buzz in Washington today suggesting that ...

Center for Research on Globalization: War With Iran Might Be Closer Than You Think 2008-05-11

by Philip Giraldi There is considerable speculation and buzz in Washington today suggesting that the National Security Council has agreed in principle ...

Reuters: Iran, IAEA to resume nuclear talks on Monday: report 2008-05-11

TEHRAN (Reuters) - Iran and the UN nuclear agency watchdog will resume talks on Tehran's disputed nuclear program in the Iranian capital on Monday ...

Reuters UK: Iran says South Pars phase to come on stream soon 2008-05-11

By Hashem Kalantari TEHRAN, May 11 (Reuters) - A section of the huge South Pars gas field that is operated by StatoilHydro (STL.

International Herald Tribune: Iran rejects incentives linked to requirement that it stop ... 2008-05-11

AP TEHRAN, Iran: Iran says it won't consider any proposals in talks with the West that would require it to stop enriching uranium.

ISNA: Iran and Qatar to sign work force export deal 2008-05-11

TEHRAN, May 11 (ISNA)-Iran plans to supply work force for Qatar in technical and engineering fields. Iran"s labor minister Mohammad Jahromi meeting ...

Fars News Agency: Iran Seeks to Play Constructive Role in Lebanon 2008-05-11

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyed Mohammad Ali Hosseini rejected US allegations about Iran's interference in Lebanon, and said that his country ...

Islamic Republic News Agency: Iran reaffirms non-intervention in others affairs 2008-05-11

Foreign Ministry spokesman, Mohammad-Ali Hosseini, said on Sunday that Iran's foreign policy is based on non-intervention in domestic affairs of other ...

Islamic Republic News Agency: National unity, best solution to Lebanon crisis: Iran 2008-05-11

Iran believes the best solution to Lebanon's political crisis is the national unity, Foreign Ministry spokesman, Mohammad-Ali Hosseini, said on Sunday.

Islamic Republic News Agency: Iran not to consider any package violating rights of nation 2008-05-11

Foreign Ministry spokesman, Mohammad-Ali Hosseini, said on Sunday that Tehran will not consider any package or proposal violating rights of the nation.

MehrNews.com: Iran Tose"e Karaj clinched water polo championship 2008-05-11

KUWAIT City, May. 11 (MNA)--Iran"s Tose"e Karaj water polo team defeated Guangdong of China in the 6th Asian Water Polo Clubs Championship final game ...

PRESS TV: 'Israel worried about Iran's domination' 2008-05-11

Israel says it is concerned about 'Iran's domination over Lebanon and the Gaza Strip' through Hamas and Hezbollah movemnets. Israeli war minister M ...

PRESS TV: Blast hurts 4 Iraqis near Iran embassy 2008-05-11

At least four people have been wounded when a roadside bomb went off near the Iranian Embassy in western Baghdad, Iraqi police say.

Israel News Agency: Israel Cabinet: Hamas, Iran Held Responsible For All Terrorism In Gaza 2008-05-11

By Robin Rotfleisch Jerusalem ----- May 11, 2008 ....... The following was communicated by the Israel Government Press Office and the Israel Cabinet ...

Makfax: EU offer won't force Iran halt its nuclear programme 2008-05-11

Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad reiterated that no Western incentives to curb Iran's nuclear activities would be acceptable without acknowledgement ...

PRESS TV: Iran to refurbish Khomartash Dome 2008-05-11

Iranian experts are slated to start the restoration of the ancient Khomartash Dome, located in the country's northern province of Qazvin.

Fars News Agency: West's N. Apartheid Ended by Iran's Achievements 2008-05-11

"Iran has broken the West's nuclear Apartheid; this is what bothers the western powers," said the Iranian envoy in an interview with Granma.

Islamic Republic News Agency: Iran, IAEA to resume talks on Monday 2008-05-11

An official with Iran's Atomic Energy Organization said on Sunday that an IAEA technical delegation will resume talks with Iranian officials in Tehran ...

The Moderate Voice: Is Iran the big winner of the Iraq war? 2008-05-11

Over at Newshoggers, Ron Beasley examines the fact that, prior to the invasion of Iraq, some observers - including Juan Cole - predicted that Iran would ...

ISNA: Iran to appoint a panel member for Golden Minbar festival 2008-05-11

TEHRAN, May 11 (ISNA)-Iran and Tatarstan are to appoint an eminent Iranian filmmaker as a member of Tatarstan film festival Golden Minbar panel.

ISNA: Iran, IAEA resume talks on Monday 2008-05-11

Director for safeguards operations Herman Nackaerts leads the delegation to talk with Tehran's envoy at the agency Ali Asghar Soltaniyeh.

Right Side News: Cease Fire In Baghdad - Iran Wins 2008-05-11

After seven weeks of fierce fighting in Sadr City, in North-East Baghdad, with the Mahdi Army pro Iranian militia, around 1000 people killed ...

MehrNews.com: Iran presents package of proposals to Spain 2008-05-11

TEHRAN, May. 11 (MNA) -- Iranian Ambassador to Madrid Davud Salehi presented an outline of Iran"s package of proposal to the Spanish Minister of Foreign ...

PRESS TV: Iran, IAEA to resume talks Monday 2008-05-11

Iran's envoy to the IAEA Ali-Asghar Soltaniyeh says Tehran is set to resume a new round of nuclear talks with the UN nuclear watchdog.

ISNA: Iran and Iraq to expand commercial ties 2008-05-11

TEHRAN, May 11 (ISNA)-Expanding Iran-Iraq ties particularly in economic domains would encourage the two countries to carry on cooperation, said the vice ...

RIA Novosti: UN nuclear watchdog to visit Iran for further nuke talks May 12 2008-05-11

TEHRAN, May 11 (RIA Novosti) - A delegation from the International Atomic Energy Agency will arrive in Tehran May 12 to continue negotiations on the Islamic ...

Fars News Agency: Iran: Israel Feasts on Palestinian Blood 2008-05-11

"Zionists and their allies are now celebrating the 60th year of the foundation of the occupying regime," Iranian Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki w ...

ISNA: Iran and South Africa sign extradition treaty 2008-05-11

TEHRAN, May 11 (ISNA)-Iran"s president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad confirmed an extradition treaty with South Africa ratified previously by Iran"s parliament ...

PRESS TV: 'Iran rejects unconventional weapons' 2008-05-11

As a victim of unconventional weapons, Iran will never accept the use of such weapons against humanity, Iran's envoy to Japan says.

Fars News Agency: Bush Gifts Israel Anti-Iran Shield 2008-05-11

A Republican Representative from Illinois, Mark Kirk, said Saturday that the new radar system would presumably lower the chances of Iranian ballistic ...

Islamic Republic News Agency: No report on Solana's future visit to Iran: Hosseini 2008-05-11

Iran has received no official report about an upcoming visit to Tehran by the European Union's foreign policy chief, Javier Solana, Foreign Ministry ...

PRESS TV: Iran reportedly increases rice imports 2008-05-11

Iran has increased rice imports to control surging prices in domestic markets, says an informed source in the Ministry of Commerce.

Africasia: Israel fears Lebanon unrest will bolster Iran allies 2008-05-11

A senior Israeli official expressed concern on Sunday that the recent violence in Lebanon would lead to the strengthening of armed groups supported ...

ArabianBusiness.com: Arab nations urged to pressure Iran on UAE islands dispute 2008-05-11

by Joel Bowman on Sunday, 11 May 2008 ISLANDS DISPUTE: The UAE's claim to three islands in the Straits of Hormuz is to be raised in the Arab Parliament.

PRESS TV: Father of Iran's modern makeup, Farhang Moayyeri 2008-05-11

Father of Iran's modern makeup, Farhang Moayyeri, has succumbed to cardiac arrest after losing a marathon battle with lung cancer.

Khaleej Times: Iran seeks purely constructive role in Lebanon 2008-05-11

TEHERAN - Iran's sole intention was to play a constructive role in the current crisis in Lebanon, the Iranian foreign ministry spokesman said Sunday.

Naharnet: Israel Fears Iran will Have Border with Jewish State Because ... 2008-05-11

A senior Israeli official expressed concern on Sunday about the recent violence in Lebanon, fearing that it would lead to the strengthening of armed group ...

GulfNews: Iran to resume talks with nuclear watchdog next week 2008-05-11

Tehran: Iran is resuming talks with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) about its nuclear program, the foreign ministry said on Sunday.

PRESS TV: Iran urges fight against Zionist crimes 2008-05-11

Iran has called on the international community and Islamic countries in particular to fight against the crimes of the Zionist regime.

Antiwar.com: Iran, International Peace and Security 2008-05-10

by Gordon Prather In a joint press conference held this week with the head of the European Commission, Mohamed ElBaradei, Director-General of ...

Antiwar.com: Can Offer Break Iran Nuclear Stalemate?: T. Parsi 2008-05-10

by Trita Parsi The P5+1 ê the permanent members of the UN Security Council and Germany ê will present Tehran with a secret incentive package in the next few ...

ISNA: Iran keeps doors open for the Egyptians: FM deputy 2008-05-10

TEHRAN, May 10 (ISNA)-Iran"s foreign minister deputy for Africa Mohammad Reza Bagheri says Iran welcomes opening political ties with Egypt.

Alalam News Network: India Finalizes diesel Deal With Iran 2008-05-10

NEW DELHI, May 10--India's Mangalore Refineries and Petrochemicals Ltd has finalized a deal to sell about 250000 tons of diesel to Iran this year ...

Alalam News Network: Iran Offers West Its Own Package 2008-05-10

TEHRAN, May 10--Iran has presented its new package of nuclear proposals to the West, officials have said. The package was handed to Spanish foreign minister ...

Reuters UK: Dollar, not supply, causes record oil-Iran offical 2008-05-10

TEHRAN, May 10 (Reuters) - The weak US dollar is the main reason behind oil prices rising to record levels, not demand or supply factors, an Iranian Oil ...

China Post: Iran-backed Hezbollah tightens grip on Beirut 2008-05-10

By Tomm Perry, Reuters BEIRUT -- Lebanon's Iranian-backed Hezbollah group took control of the Muslim half of Beirut on Friday, tightening its grip on ...

PRESS TV: 'Iran most secured energy source' 2008-05-10

The head of Iran's Chamber of Commerce, Industries and Mines (ICCIM) says energy security requires long-term strategic cooperation.

Tehran Times: Iran"s cp football team comes second 2008-05-10

KIEV, Ukraine -- Iran came second in the cerebral palsy (CP) football tournament held in Kiev, Ukraine. Iran"s cerebral palsy (CP) team was held to ...

PRESS TV: British marines seen near Iran border 2008-05-10

Roughly 60 British marines have been seen patrolling along Iraq's border with Iran near the Shalamcheh border crossing, sources have said.

Naharnet: US Says Syria, Iran behind Violence Amid Consultations ... 2008-05-10

The Bush administration has accused Iran and Syria of fueling violence in Lebanon by inciting Hizbullah to take up arms against the country's pro-government ...

TREND Information: Azerbaijan Hold Negotiations with Russia, Iran, Turkey on Electric ... 2008-05-10

Azerbaijan, Baku, 10 May / Trend Capital corr. S.Aliyev / Etibar Pirverdiyev, Head of the Azerenergy joint-stock company, stated that Azerbaijan would ...

PRESS TV: Pakistan warns against attack on Iran 2008-05-10

The Pakistani Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi has said that a military attack on Iran would not be beneficial for the region.

PRESS TV: N-powers urge talks on Iran N-case 2008-05-10

The five major nuclear-armed powers have said they intend to resolve the nuclear standoff with Iran 'innovatively through negotiations'.

Tehran Times: Syria to maintain ties with Iran 2008-05-10

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has rejected Israel"s demand to cut its ties with Tehran, calling Iran an old ally of his country.

Tehran Times: Afghanistan, Iran, Pakistan agree on anti-drug plan 2008-05-10

VIENNA (UN News Center) ê Afghanistan, Iran, and Pakistan have agreed to step up cross-border controls to stop the flow of illegal drugs, the United Nati ...

PRESS TV: Iran: N-powers must apologize to world 2008-05-10

Iran has urged the permanent members of the UN Security Council to apologize to the world for their failure to eliminate nuclear weapons.

Trading Markets (press release): MRPL to sell about 250000 tons of diesel to Iran 2008-05-10

-- Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Ltd, a subsidiary of Oil and Natural Gas Corp, will sell around 250000 tons of diesel to Iran during May-December ...

PRESS TV: Iran's Saba Battery basketball team 2008-05-10

Iran's Saba Battery basketball team has been defeated by al-Wasl of the UAE at the 19th edition of the Asian Clubs Basketball Championship.

Global Voices Online: Iran:Street children in photos 2008-05-10

by Hamid Tehrani Aszaka has published several photos of street children in Iran. The blogger says[Fa] it is the crime of capitalism to leave these íangelsì ...

PRESS TV: Iran's proposals to be unveiled soon 2008-05-10

Iran's Ambassador to Paris Ali Ahani says Tehran is to unveil its package of proposals which calls for mutual respect among countries.

Cuba News: Iran will Present Proposals on Nuclear Energy Issue. 2008-05-10

By Luis Chirino An exclusive interview with Mostafa Alaei, ambassador from the Islamic Republic of Iran to Cuba: Teheran's nuclear development can not ...

Naharnet: Arabs FMs to Meet Amid Fear over Iran Influence in Lebanon 2008-05-10

Arab foreign ministers are to hold an emergency meeting on Sunday on the Lebanon crisis amid fears about Iran's influence over the Hizbullah movement ...

Tehran Times: Iran will not halt uranium enrichment: envoy 2008-05-10

Iranian ambassador to Japan Abbas Araqchi says the suspension of uranium enrichment has no place in his country"s proposed package.