Global IssuesNews headlines for “Iran”, page 6
Iran's Leadership on Edge as Parliamentary Elections Near
- Inter Press Service
While the general public here is anxious about the increasingly harsh sanctions imposed by Western powers on Iran's financial and oil sectors, the leaders of the Islamic Republic appear more consumed by the upcoming parliamentary elections to be held Mar. 2.
U.S.: Amid Escalating Israel-Iran Tensions, a Glimmer of Hope?
- Inter Press Service
After weeks of rapidly escalating tensions, particularly between Israel and Iran, signs emerged this week both here and in Tehran that serious negotiations over Tehran's controversial nuclear programme may soon get underway.
Thailand Charges Iranian Suspects Over Blast
- Inter Press Service
Two Iranians have been arrested and charged with plotting a bomb attack in Bangkok, according to Thailand's foreign minister.
While Israel Blames Iran for India, Georgia Bombings, U.S. More Reserved
- Inter Press Service
While Israel and its allies here blamed Iran for Monday's two nearly simultaneous car bomb incidents in the capitals of India and Georgia, the administration of U.S. President Barack Obama echoed local authorities in both countries who said they were not sure who the perpetrators were.
Israeli Attack on Iran's Nuclear Facilities Easier Said Than Done
- Inter Press Service
Despite renewed media speculation regarding possible Israeli attacks against Iran's nuclear facilities as early as this spring, scepticism that such a campaign could actually be successfully carried out remains relatively high, raising the question of whether there is more bark than bite to Israeli threats.
Israeli Envoys Targeted in India and Georgia
- Inter Press Service
Israeli diplomats have been targeted by car bombs in India and Georgia, leaving three injured and Israel's foreign minister promising a response.
Turmoil Heightens Bleak Winter in Tehran
- Inter Press Service
It's miserable this time of year in Tehran. The short days are darkened further by the annual submersion of the city under a thick layer of exhaust and smoke. With the surrounding mountains and weak wind and winter sun, the pollution hovers for days, prompting the government to issue regular warnings to the elderly, pregnant and those with heart conditions not to go outside.
U.S. Leak on Israeli Attack Weakened a Warning to Netanyahu
- Inter Press Service
When Defence Secretary Leon Panetta told Washington Post columnist David Ignatius this week that he believes Israel was likely to attack Iran between April and June, it was ostensibly yet another expression of alarm at the Israeli government's threats of military action.
Lawmakers, 'Experts' Spin Tales of Iranian Terror in Latin America
- Inter Press Service
Through its ties with Venezuela and other nations in Latin America, Iran is building an anti-U.S. alliance in the Western Hemisphere that poses a direct, imminent threat to the United States, an influential U.S. lawmaker said Thursday.
Dempsey Told Israelis U.S. Won't Join Their War on Iran
- Inter Press Service
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Martin Dempsey told Israeli leaders Jan. 20 that the United States would not participate in a war against Iran begun by Israel without prior agreement from Washington, according to accounts from well-placed senior military officers.
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