Iran
The latest on Iran. The Islamic Republic of Iran is the second largest country in the Middle East, with a population of over 83 million, and one of the oldest civilizations in the world. Governed under Islamic theocracy, ultimate authority is vested in Ali Khamenei, the Supreme Leader since 1989. Under Khamenei is President Hassan Rouhani, a position he has held since 2013. Largely considered an authoritarian government, the country has frequently been accused of human rights violations and censorship.
How Washington Can Flip the Script on Iran
As talks resume over reviving the 2015 global nuclear agreement with Iran, the United States needs to alter the dynamics of its relationship with Tehran.
MI6 Warns China 'Miscalculation' Could Lead to War With U.K., Allies
MI6 Chief Richard Moore said China, Russia, Iran and international terrorism were the U.K.'s "big four" security issues, with China taking the No. 1 spot.
Despite Nuclear Talks, Iran Is Still Far from Moderation
While some American policymakers are eager to take the proceedings in Vienna as a sign of the new administration's cooperative tendencies, most know better.
Iran Says U.S. Could Return to Nuclear Talks If It Lifts Sanctions
The remaining signatories of the 2015 Iran nuclear deal met on Monday in Vienna to discuss reentering the agreement.
Iran, Like China, Isn't a Responsible Stakeholder
In Washington, bad ideas never really go away.
Iran Trip Made No Progress in Learning About Nuclear Program: U.N. Official
The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency traveled to meet the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran but reported no breakthrough in negotiations.
Russia Wants to Broker an Iran-Saudi Deal and Biden Doesn't Seem to Mind
"Neither the United States nor Russia is interested in having this war," Vitaly Naumkin, co-author of Moscow's Persian Gulf security plan, told Newsweek.
DoD Says 'U.S. Forces Will Remain in Iraq' Despite Dec. 31 Militia Threat
"U.S. forces will remain in Iraq, at the invitation of the Government of Iraq, in an advising, assisting, and intelligence-sharing role to support the Iraqi Security Forces in the campaign to defeat ISIS," a Pentagon spokesperson told Newsweek.
United Nations Asks Iran for More Access Before Nuclear Talks Begin Again
U.N. agency inspectors have been unable to watch surveillance footage and continue to deal with other challenges in monitoring Iran's rising uranium supply.
To End Iran's Hostage Taking, a Hostage Debate is Required
With a lack of will to apply pressure, the Biden team may have to return to the ransom-for-hostage policy of the Obama years and call it nothing less than "success of diplomacy."
Iraq Militias, Seeing Taliban's Win, Plan to Force U.S. Out After Dec. 31
"The Iraqi resistance was earlier than the Afghans in forcing the United States to withdraw from Iraq in 2011, and today the Iraqi resistance is stronger and more numerous," the Hezbollah al-Nujaba Movement spokesperson told Newsweek.
We Weren't Just Numbers, We Were the Future
If "never again" is supposed to mean something, it should translate into action rather than lip service.
A Better Path Forward for Handling Iran
After months of buying time to further advance its nuclear program, Iran announced this month that it will return to nuclear negotiations by December.
Iraq Militias Warns It's Ready to Expel U.S. by Force at End of Year
The Iraqi Resistance Coordination Commission said it "did not believe in the seriousness of the occupation and its commitment" to withdrawing combat troops.
At Odds with U.S., Islamic Republics Iran and Pakistan Forge New Ties
"Iran and Pakistan have many common goals in the region and the Islamic world, from peace and stability in the region, including Afghanistan," Iran embassy in Pakistan spokesperson Hamaneh Karimi-Kia told Newsweek.
Suspected Iranian Hackers Allegedly Posed as Proud Boys Members
The men have been charged with computer fraud, conspiracy, voter intimidation, transmission of interstate threats, and more.
Hackers With Links to Iran's Government Targeting U.S. With Ransomware
Though ransomware attacks have become a widely known issue, most of the major attacks have been connected to Russian hacker groups rather than Iranian hackers.
U.N. Says Iran Adding to Uranium Stockpile, But Still Cannot Verify Numbers
A U.N. agency said it was unable to specify exactly how large the cache has become because of restrictions imposed on. inspectors by Tehran earlier this year.
Iran's Antisemitism Isn't Only About Israel
As the Biden administration resumes its efforts to persuade Iran to rejoin the 2015 nuclear deal, it is worth remembering the Iranian regime's commitment to antisemitism.
Israel Working to Avert War With Iran, But Readying for Conflict: Official
Israel and Iran remain rivals after decades of diplomatic and military conflicts, with Iran's nuclear program becoming a particularly large concern to Israel.
Iran Releases Vietnamese Tanker After Draining Oil From Vessel
The U.S. Navy has accused Iran of numerous naval attacks, including a drone attack that killed two European crew members this year.
Iran Lashes Mike Pence After Hawkish MEK Speech: 'Trumpian Criminals'
Mike Pence had said that President Joe Biden's "weakness" risked encouraging Iranian aggression in the Middle East.
Iran Fires Missile, Torpedoes, Drones in War Games After U.S. Weapons Test
Major General Gholam-Ali Rashid said Iranian forces "will crush any threat posed by any arrogant and aggressive power, at any level, and originating from any territory."
'Less for More' Is the Worst Deal of All
The original objective of the JCPOA—to keep Iran one year from "breakout" to one-bomb's worth of weapons-grade uranium—is long gone.
Artist Painted Woman of His Dreams - Then Married an Exact Lookalike
Lovelorn Ahad created a portrait of his ideal woman, but was astonished when the real thing turned up at his exhibition.
Iran Burns American Flags to Celebrate 1979 U.S. Embassy Takeover
Every year on the day that the U.S. Embassy takeover triggered a 444-day hostage crisis, Iranians rally to express their disapproval of relations with the U.S.
Video of Iran Oil Tanker Seizure Allegedly Shows Guards Aiming at U.S. Ship
The Iranian Guard seized Vietnam's MV Sothys, which analysts are speculating was attempting to transfer crude oil to Asia. No crew members were injured.
U.S. Official Confirms Iran Seized Oil Tanker, Navy Just Monitored Incident
"We're refuting the Iranian claims that they prevented us from taking back this vessel," a U.S. defense official said.
Mike Pence's Iran Comments Set the Tone for Hawkish GOP 2024 Contest
Pence's criticism of President Joe Biden's "weakness" on Iran is a preview of the aggressive strategy Republican 2024 contenders may choose.
As Biden Leaves for Europe, His Foreign Policy Looks Even More Like Trump's
"In some camps, there is a sense that policies haven't changed that much from the previous Trump administration," former NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen told Newsweek.
