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Why the death of Iran's leading moderate could strengthen its reformists - Washington Post Mon, 23 Jan 2017 19:04:45 GMT

Washington Post

Why the death of Iran's leading moderate could strengthen its reformists Washington Post The recent death of Iran's former president Hashemi Rafsanjani has triggered fears that Iran's reformist camp has also been fatally wounded. Many are concerned that without Rafsanjani's imposing presence, current President Hassan Rouhani will be ... and more »

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Glad to see Obama go, Gulf Arabs expect Trump to counter Iran - Reuters Mon, 23 Jan 2017 14:13:40 GMT

Reuters

Glad to see Obama go, Gulf Arabs expect Trump to counter Iran Reuters DUBAI Gulf Arab states are quietly applauding the arrival in the White House of a hawkish leader opposed to their adversary Iran, even if they suspect Donald Trump's short temper and abrasive Tweets may at times heighten tensions in the combustible ... and more »

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Iran Caught Importing Missile Technology - Washington Free Beacon Mon, 23 Jan 2017 18:26:11 GMT

Washington Free Beacon

Iran Caught Importing Missile Technology Washington Free Beacon Ukrainian authorities have confirmed that they seized a shipment of missile system components bound for Iran, according to official statements that could put the Islamic Republic in violation of international bans on such behavior. The State Border ... Ukraine seizes missile components destined for IranIHS Jane's 360 Ukraine Announces Seizure of Plane Full of Russian Weapons Headed to IranBreitbart News all 4 news articles »

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Iran Cautious in Its 1st Comments About President Trump - ABC News Mon, 23 Jan 2017 16:37:15 GMT

Press TV

Iran Cautious in Its 1st Comments About President Trump ABC News Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Bahram Ghasemi told reporters on Monday that the Islamic Republic has no immediate pronouncement on Trump. Ghasemi says that it's "too soon to assess him and analyze his remarks, stance and the framework of his ... Kuwait FM due in Iran soon to relay [P]GCC message: ReportPress TV Tehran Slams Bahrain for Calling Iran 'Foreign Enemy'Sputnik International all 13 news articles »

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Former Iranian Official, Pro-Tehran Lobbyist Hosted at Obama White House Dozens of Times - Washington Free Beacon Mon, 23 Jan 2017 19:24:23 GMT

Washington Free Beacon

Former Iranian Official, Pro-Tehran Lobbyist Hosted at Obama White House Dozens of Times Washington Free Beacon Two high-level Iranian government backers, including a former Islamic Republic official and another accused of lobbying on Tehran's behalf, were hosted at the Obama White House for more than 30 meetings with top officials at key junctures in the former ...

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Syria peace talks: rebels appear to rule out ceasefire role for Iran - The Guardian Mon, 23 Jan 2017 18:26:44 GMT

Middle East Eye

Syria peace talks: rebels appear to rule out ceasefire role for Iran The Guardian The Syrian fighting groups believe militia linked to Iran, such as Lebanon's Hezbollah, are – along with Bashar al-Assad's government – systematically breaching the ceasefire agreed on 29 December. The Syrian fighters believe Iran, as perpetrators of ... Peace talks: How Iran and Russia may come to blows over SyriaMiddle East Eye Astana Talks: Why Iran and Russia differ on Syria?Al-Arabiya Russia's Syria Peace Effort With Iran, Turkey Hits ObstaclesBloomberg The Hill (blog) -RT -Jerusalem Post Israel News all 625 news articles »

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Trump's Iran Deal Options - Foreign Affairs (subscription) Mon, 23 Jan 2017 16:37:09 GMT

Foreign Affairs (subscription)

Trump's Iran Deal Options Foreign Affairs (subscription) It is important to note that, so far, the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA)—cosigned by Iran and the United States alongside China, France, Germany, Russia, and the United Kingdom—has delivered what it was supposed to: in return for tangible ... Iran Has Changed, But For The WorseForbes Iran to resume enhanced nuclear program if Trump dishonors P5+1 agreementRT Opinion- Middle East: what would happen if Trump tears up the nuclear deal with Iran?euronews Reuters -Breitbart News -ABC News all 73 news articles »

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Afghan Authorities Accuse Iran of Using Taliban to Undercut Water Projects - Voice of America Tue, 24 Jan 2017 01:37:51 GMT

Anadolu Agency

Afghan Authorities Accuse Iran of Using Taliban to Undercut Water Projects Voice of America Afghan governors in southern and western provinces charged on Monday that Iran is using an increasingly close relationship with the Afghan Taliban to target power and water projects on Tehran's behalf. Hayatullah Hayat, the governor of southern Helmand ... Afghan governor accuses Iran, Pakistan of Taliban aidAnadolu Agency Afghanistan: Iran is supplying Taliban with rockets to strike usAl-Arabiya Afghan official: Pakistan and Iran are providing aid to the TalibanBusiness Insider all 74 news articles »

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Israeli security establishment to Netanyahu: Don't touch Iran deal - Al-Monitor Mon, 23 Jan 2017 21:43:22 GMT

Al-Monitor

Israeli security establishment to Netanyahu: Don't touch Iran deal Al-Monitor Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has often stated that he would try to convince the new American administration to reopen the nuclear agreement that was signed between Iran and the six world powers in July 2015. He even told CBS last December that ... Netanyahu to People of Iran: 'We Are Your Friend'Washington Free Beacon Netanyahu plans to discuss 'Iran threat' with TrumpAljazeera.com Trump, Netanyahu to consult closely on Middle East issues: White HousePress TV The Times of Israel -RadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty -CNN all 817 news articles »

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Where's the Coverage of Iran's Military Buildup? - Committee for Accuracy in Middle East Reporting in America (blog) Mon, 23 Jan 2017 18:21:28 GMT

Committee for Accuracy in Middle East Reporting in America (blog)

Where's the Coverage of Iran's Military Buildup? Committee for Accuracy in Middle East Reporting in America (blog) Citing Iranian Tasnim news, Reuters noted that the Islamic Consultative Assmbly, also known as the Majils, voted to increase military spending to five percent of the total budget. Iran had previously allocated slightly less than two percent of its 2015 ... and more »