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On Iran and Syria, Diplomatic Tests Intertwine - New York Times Thu, 19 Dec 2013 19:38:21 GMT

Washington Post (blog)

On Iran and Syria, Diplomatic Tests Intertwine New York Times WASHINGTON — Early next year, the Obama administration will embark on an extraordinary diplomatic doubleheader, trying to negotiate a comprehensive nuclear deal with Iran while seeking yet again a political end to nearly three years of civil war in Syria. Strange bedfellows on Iran: France and Elie WieselWashington Post (blog) Iran, six world powers resume expert talks on nuclear dealReuters Zarif: Iran can resume 20% enrichment in less than 24 hoursJerusalem Post Los Angeles Times -FRANCE 24 -CBS News all 974 news articles »

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Senators propose new Iran sanctions bill; White House opposed - CNN Thu, 19 Dec 2013 20:30:20 GMT

Washington Post (blog)

Senators propose new Iran sanctions bill; White House opposed CNN (CNN) -- Bipartisan legislation was introduced in the U.S. Senate on Thursday that would authorize new economic sanctions on Iran if it breaches an interim agreement to limit its nuclear program or fails to strike a final accord terminating those ... Democratic, GOP senators defy Obama with Iran sanctions billFox News Democrats defy Obama on IranUSA TODAY The Iran dilemmaWashington Post (blog) The Guardian -ABC News -Reuters all 318 news articles »

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Elie Wiesel urges tougher sanctions against Iran in full-page ads in WSJ, NYT - Fox News Thu, 19 Dec 2013 19:25:54 GMT

The Times of Israel

Elie Wiesel urges tougher sanctions against Iran in full-page ads in WSJ, NYT Fox News Nobel Peace Prize winner and Holocaust survivor Elie Wiesel is challenging the Obama administration's strategy on Iran, pushing for stronger sanctions and demanding Tehran not be allowed to have any nuclear capabilities. “Sanctions have come at a ... Wiesel urges dismantling of Iran's nuclear programThe Times of Israel Elie Wiesel: 'Iran Must Not Be Allowed to Remain Nuclear'The Weekly Standard (blog) all 15 news articles »

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Top Dems split on Iran sanctions - Politico Thu, 19 Dec 2013 20:31:04 GMT

Politico

Top Dems split on Iran sanctions Politico The debate over whether to impose new sanctions on Iran continues to divide top Democrats as the Senate prepares to break for the Christmas holiday. Ten top Democratic Senate committee chairmen sent Majority Leader Harry Reid a letter late Wednesday ...

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Iran government minister: Media bans may seem 'laughable' in 5 years - Al Jazeera America Thu, 19 Dec 2013 22:10:22 GMT

Al Jazeera America

Iran government minister: Media bans may seem 'laughable' in 5 years Al Jazeera America An Iranian state TV reporter interviews a woman after she registered to vote in May 2013. Only about a dozen Iranian channels are broadcast legally, but more than 100 Persian channels are transmitted illegally by satellite. BEHROUZ MEHRI/AFP/Getty.

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Peres to Chinese FM: Peace is Israel's greatest desire, Iran is the greatest ... - Jerusalem Post Thu, 19 Dec 2013 11:47:39 GMT

Peres to Chinese FM: Peace is Israel's greatest desire, Iran is the greatest ... Jerusalem Post Israel faces not only grave threats but also great opportunities, President Shimon Peres said Thursday to visiting Chinese Foreign Minster Wang Yi, adding that peace is Israel's greatest desire, and “Iran is the greatest problem”. The chance for peace ...

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Iran Looks to Deepen Ties to Afghanistan - Voice of America Thu, 19 Dec 2013 21:52:01 GMT

Iran Looks to Deepen Ties to Afghanistan Voice of America WASHINGTON — Amid a dispute with the United States over a long-term security deal, Afghanistan is pursuing closer ties with neighboring Iran. The diplomacy could signal an increasing regional role for Tehran in Afghan affairs after most international ... and more »

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Iran, six powers to resume nuclear talks after snag - Reuters Thu, 19 Dec 2013 00:09:25 GMT

Iran, six powers to resume nuclear talks after snag Reuters In a sign of this, deputy Iranian chief negotiator Abbas Araqchi said the expert talks were set for an initial two days but may continue into Saturday and Sunday if required, Iran's Fars news agency said. A spokeswoman for European Union foreign policy ...

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Keep the Focus on Iran's Human Rights - Huffington Post Thu, 19 Dec 2013 16:12:00 GMT

Keep the Focus on Iran's Human Rights Huffington Post The recent interim nuclear agreement between Iran and the P5+1 powers is a welcome development for most Iranians. It is a major step in the right direction, addressing many of their pressing concerns: it reduces international tensions, provides a ... Stopping Iran's Human Rights AbusesCounterPunch Iran Plays Games with the Geneva DealArms Control and Regional Security for the Middle East Sixty Years of “Atoms for Peace” and Iran's Nuclear ProgramBrookings Institution (blog) The Courier-Journal all 17 news articles »

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Top Dems divided on more Iran sanctions - The Hill (blog) Thu, 19 Dec 2013 20:38:45 GMT

Top Dems divided on more Iran sanctions The Hill (blog) Ten Democratic Senate committee chairmen wrote a letter to Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.) late Wednesday urging him not to allow a vote on a bill that would impose tougher sanctions against Iran. “At this time, as negotiations are ongoing, we ...