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15	2219	Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Armenia Edward Nalbandian issued a statement over the lifting of sanctions from	Iran	. As Armenpress was informed from the Department of Press, Information and Public Relations of MFA Armenia, the statement reads, We
15	2270	over Irans nuclear program and the lifting of the sanctions. Armenia is interested in deepening mutually beneficial cooperation with friendly	Iran	. But the past does not exist independently from the present. Indeed, the past is only past because there is a
15	34715	the CCTV footage here In an unusual move, President Barack Obama pardoned three Iranian-Americans charged for violating sanctions against	Iran	while Iran agreed to free five Americans including Rezaian and Saeed Abedini who was sentenced to eight years in prison
15	34717	footage here In an unusual move, President Barack Obama pardoned three Iranian-Americans charged for violating sanctions against Iran while	Iran	agreed to free five Americans including Rezaian and Saeed Abedini who was sentenced to eight years in prison in 2013
15	34767	of State John Kerry talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif after the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) verified that	Iran	has met all conditions under the nuclear deal, in Vienna January 16, 2016. (ReuTERS/Kevin Lamarque) By Reuters: Iran emerged
15	34786	that Iran has met all conditions under the nuclear deal, in Vienna January 16, 2016. (ReuTERS/Kevin Lamarque) By Reuters:	Iran	emerged from years of economic isolation on Saturday when world powers lifted crippling sanctions against the Islamic Republic in return
15	34932	exploit a market hungry for everything from automobiles to airplane parts. advertisement The UN nuclear watchdog ruled on Saturday that	Iran	had abided by an agreement last year with six world powers to curtail its nuclear programme, triggering the end of
15	34954	abided by an agreement last year with six world powers to curtail its nuclear programme, triggering the end of sanctions. "	Iran	has carried out all measures required under the (July deal) to enable Implementation Day (of the deal) to occur," the
15	34999	Energy Agency said in a statement. Within minutes, the United States formally lifted banking, steel, shipping and other sanctions on	Iran	, a major oil producer which has been virtually shut out of international markets for the past five years. The European
15	35057	114 civil aircraft from European aircraft maker Airbus. The end of sanctions means more money and prestige for Shi'ite Muslim	Iran	as it becomes deeply embroiled in the sectarian conflicts of the Middle East, notably in the Syrian civil war where
15	35088	the Middle East, notably in the Syrian civil war where its allies are facing Sunni Muslim rebels. America's thaw with	Iran	is viewed with deep suspicion by U.S. Republicans as well as American allies in the Middle East, including Israel and
15	35125	East, including Israel and Saudi Arabia. US-Iranian suspicion still remains deeply entrenched. Washington maintains separate, less comprehensive sanctions on	Iran	over its missile programme. For its part, Iran detained 10 US Navy sailors on two boats in the Gulf a
15	35133	suspicion still remains deeply entrenched. Washington maintains separate, less comprehensive sanctions on Iran over its missile programme. For its part,	Iran	detained 10 US Navy sailors on two boats in the Gulf a week ago, although they were released the next
15	35162	in the Gulf a week ago, although they were released the next day. US and European Union lift sanctions on	Iran	Iran to release Americans, US gives clemency to Iranians Iranian oil will add to world glut Dramatic prisoner deal In
15	35163	the Gulf a week ago, although they were released the next day. US and European Union lift sanctions on Iran	Iran	to release Americans, US gives clemency to Iranians Iranian oil will add to world glut Dramatic prisoner deal In an
15	35198	glut Dramatic prisoner deal In an unusual move, President Barack Obama pardoned three Iranian-Americans charged for violating sanctions against	Iran	, a lawyer for one of the men said, while prosecutors moved to drop charges against four Iranians outside the United
15	35220	lawyer for one of the men said, while prosecutors moved to drop charges against four Iranians outside the United States.	Iran	agreed to free five Americans including Rezaian and Saeed Abedini, an Iranian-American Christian pastor sentenced to eight years in
15	35264	on charges of undermining Iran's national security. But a US official said four of the Americans had not yet left	Iran	due to ongoing logistical issues. The fifth prisoner, Matthew Trevithick, has left the country after 40 days in prison. Trevithick
15	35337	manoeuvring which came close to falling apart because of a threat by Washington in December to impose fresh sanctions on	Iran	for recent ballistic missile tests. The detente with Iran is opposed by all of the Republican candidates vying to succeed
15	35346	a threat by Washington in December to impose fresh sanctions on Iran for recent ballistic missile tests. The detente with	Iran	is opposed by all of the Republican candidates vying to succeed Obama as president in an election in November. Republican
15	35452	Pastor Saeed is coming home." Democratic presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton took credit for helping to start the sanctions pressure on	Iran	during her 2009-2013 tenure as Obama's secretary of state. "These are important steps that make the United States, our
15	35654	granted the authority to negotiate the deal by Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, an arch-conservative in power since 1989.	Iran	denies its nuclear programme was aimed at obtaining an atomic bomb. Rouhani congratulated the Iranian nation on Saturday after the
15	35697	sanctions were to be lifted. "Thank God for this blessing and bow to the greatness of the patient nation of	Iran	. Congrats on this glorious victory," Rouhani tweeted in English. Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif has argued, including in a New
15	35726	English. Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif has argued, including in a New York Times op-ed column last week, that	Iran	wants to help the global fight against Sunni Muslim militants like Islamic State and al Qaeda. advertisement "It's now time
15	35762	Qaeda. advertisement "It's now time for all - especially Muslim nations - to join hands and rid the world of violent extremism.	Iran	is ready," Zarif tweeted on Saturday. ALSO READ: This elderly trio is behind North Korea's nuclear weapons programme Iran's oil
15	51604	know that Syrian peace talks are going nowhere because all the cards are held by Russias Vladimir Putin and by	Iran	. Yet Obama belittled Putin in his speech without noting how the Russian leader has outmaneuvered him in both Ukraine and
15	51634	how the Russian leader has outmaneuvered him in both Ukraine and Syria. And the president touted the nuclear deal with	Iran	, without mentioning that Tehran recently tested missiles in defiance of a U.N. resolution. His slick speech lines dont instill confidence
15	59965	increased their output. Many reasons have been given for the Saudis resistance to production cutbacks, including a desire to punish	Iran	and Russia for their support of the Assad regime in Syria. In the view of many industry analysts, the Saudis
15	60183	outpace global demand and there seems little likelihood of prices rising soon, especially since, among other things, both Iraq and	Iran	continue to increase their output. With the Islamic State slowly losing ground in Iraq and most major oil fields still
15	60384	in order to boost prices; or an unexpected global surge in demand. The prospect of a new war between, say,	Iran	and Saudi Arabia -- two powers at each others throats at this very moment -- can never be ruled out, though neither
15	63232	route rife Twenty-eight-year-old Pooja of Banke district was arrested at the Delhi International Airport on January 11.	Iran	nuclear deal: 'New chapter' for Tehran - Rouhani Iran "has opened a new chapter" in its ties with the world, President
15	63240	Banke district was arrested at the Delhi International Airport on January 11. Iran nuclear deal: 'New chapter' for Tehran - Rouhani	Iran	"has opened a new chapter" in its ties with the world, President Hassan Rouhani has said, hours after economic sanctions
15	79045	ideas at RuralWisconsinInitiative.com. Republican Nancy VanderMeer, Tomah, represents the 70th Assembly District. VIENNA The U.N. nuclear agency certified Saturday that	Iran	has met all of its commitments under last summers landmark nuclear deal, crowning years of U.S.-led efforts to crimp
15	79073	last summers landmark nuclear deal, crowning years of U.S.-led efforts to crimp Irans ability to make atomic weapons. For	Iran	, the move lifts Western economic sanctions that have been in place for years, unlocking access to $100 billion in frozen
15	79114	assets and unleashing new opportunities for its battered economy. U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry and the top diplomats of	Iran	and the European Union hailed the accord, reached after years of setbacks and a full decade after the start of
15	79160	the possibility that Tehran could turn its nuclear programs to make atomic arms. And Kerry linked the trust built between	Iran	and the United States over the past two years of talks to the breakthrough release by Iran Saturday of four
15	79177	trust built between Iran and the United States over the past two years of talks to the breakthrough release by	Iran	Saturday of four Americans who also hold Iranian nationality. Today marks the day of a safer world, he declared. This
15	79350	related to Irans nuclear program are lifted. In Washington, U.S. President Barack Obama signed executive orders lifting economic sanctions on	Iran	, while Kerry who led the last years of negotiations with Zarif that culminated in the July 14 deal, confirmed that
15	79380	with Zarif that culminated in the July 14 deal, confirmed that the U.N.s International Atomic Energy Agency could verify that	Iran	has fully implemented its required commitments. Relations between Iran and the IAEA now enter a new phase, said IAEA director
15	79389	confirmed that the U.N.s International Atomic Energy Agency could verify that Iran has fully implemented its required commitments. Relations between	Iran	and the IAEA now enter a new phase, said IAEA director general Yukiya Amano. It is an important day for
15	84773	the news of the surprise release of Pastor Saeed Abedini, a former Boise resident who has been in prison in	Iran	since 2012. Abedini, an Iranian-American who converted from Islam to Christianity in 2000, was jailed on a return trip
15	84849	lack of a deal to release Abedini or other Americans in Iranian prisons was part of the criticism of Obama's	Iran	deal over the summer. News of Abedini's release broke Saturday, part of a prisoner swap trading four jailed Americans for
15	84971	Congress has been urging the Administration to secure the release of Pastor Saeed Abedini and other Americans wrongly detained in	Iran	for far too long, and the failure to do so was among the many reasons I opposed the Iran nuclear
15	84990	in Iran for far too long, and the failure to do so was among the many reasons I opposed the	Iran	nuclear deal. Im extremely grateful that these Americans will finally be returning home where they belong. U.S Rep. Raul Labrador
15	95233	nationality on Earth without a state of their own; a despised and massacred people, spread across Turkey, Syria, Iraq and	Iran	, has become our bravest and best ally. Isiss nemesis in Iraq were the Peshmerga (those who confront death) of Iraqi
15	104109	Parkville, Md., was convicted in 2014 of conspiracy and seven counts of exporting American-manufactured industrial products and services to	Iran	, with the help of co-conspirators in the United Arab Emirates and China, according to the F.B.I. Mr. Saboonchi had
15	104268	San Diego last year of participating in a scheme to buy and export military electronics and marine navigation equipment to	Iran	. Prosecutors said Mr. Ghahreman conspired to use a Dubai-based front company to help supply the Iranians, including with gyrocompasses
15	104330	Mr. Afghahi, who was arrested while visiting family in Los Angeles, and Mr. Faridi of Houston were associated with the	Iran	-based Faratel Corporation and its American sister company, Smart Power Systems. Mr. Mechanic and Mr. Afghani, who co-owned the
15	104364	and Mr. Afghani, who co-owned the companies, were charged with illegally exporting millions of dollars in American technology to	Iran	and were being held in a federal prison in Houston while awaiting a trial. Mr. Faridi, the vice president of
15	104440	between two nations, and was thrilled to be released. He was a victim of the animosity between the U.S. and	Iran	, thats all, Mr. Androphy said. Mr. Androphy said he was first approached by representatives of the Iranian Interests Section several
15	135987	will travel to Tehran today to meet Iranian President Hassan Rouhani and the head of the Atomic Energy Organisation of	Iran	, the International Atomic Energy Organisation (IAEA) said ."The discussions will focus on the IAEA's role in verifying and monitoring Iran's
15	136032	the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action," the Vienna-based IAEA said in a statement, referring to a July deal between	Iran	and major powers by its official name. REUTERS GAU RAI 0405 -- (Reuters) -- C-1-1-DL0098-542614.Xml Democratic presidential
15	136063	0405 -- (Reuters) -- C-1-1-DL0098-542614.Xml Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton praised the release of Americans held by	Iran	, but urged new sanctions on Tehran over its ballistic missile testing program."I am greatly relieved by the safe return
15	136088	on Tehran over its ballistic missile testing program."I am greatly relieved by the safe return of American prisoners from	Iran	," the former U.S. secretary of state said in a statement following announcements of a historic and multi-faceted deal between
15	136109	the former U.S. secretary of state said in a statement following announcements of a historic and multi-faceted deal between	Iran	and the United States.She said if she were elected president in November, her approach to Iran would be "to distrust
15	136125	multi-faceted deal between Iran and the United States.She said if she were elected president in November, her approach to	Iran	would be "to distrust and verify."Clinton added: "Iran is still violating UN Security Council resolutions with its ballistic missile
15	136134	said if she were elected president in November, her approach to Iran would be "to distrust and verify."Clinton added: "	Iran	is still violating UN Security Council resolutions with its ballistic missile program, which should be met with new sanctions designations
15	136174	designations and firm resolve." REUTERS GAU RAI 0431 -- (Reuters) -- C-1-1-DL0098-542615.Xml Four American citizens released by	Iran	in a prisoner swap with the United States have not yet left Iran while logistical steps are being completed, but
15	136187	542615.Xml Four American citizens released by Iran in a prisoner swap with the United States have not yet left	Iran	while logistical steps are being completed, but a fifth prisoner, student Matthew Trevithick, has left the country, a US official
15	136260	crimes after the US citizens had left Iran.The official said the United States expects to impose new sanction "designations" against	Iran	for recent ballistic missile tests, but declined to outline the timing for that move.Iran will be able to access roughly
15	136571	marked a major escalation of Islamist militancy in West Africa.REUTERS GAU RAI 0738 -- (Reuters) -- C-1-1-DL0098-542638.Xml	Iran	emerged from years of economic isolation when world powers lifted crippling sanctions against the Islamic Republic in return for Tehran
15	136710	be able to exploit a market hungry for everything from automobiles to airplane parts.The UN nuclear watchdog ruled yesterday that	Iran	had abided by an agreement last year with six world powers to curtail its nuclear programme, triggering the end of
15	136732	abided by an agreement last year with six world powers to curtail its nuclear programme, triggering the end of sanctions."	Iran	has carried out all measures required under the (July deal) to enable Implementation Day (of the deal) to occur," the
15	136776	Atomic Energy Agency said in a statement.Within minutes, the United States formally lifted banking, steel, shipping and other sanctions on	Iran	, a major oil producer which has been virtually shut out of international markets for the past five years.The European Union
15	136832	buy 114 civil aircraft from European aircraft maker Airbus.The end of sanctions means more money and prestige for Shi'ite Muslim	Iran	as it becomes deeply embroiled in the sectarian conflicts of the Middle East, notably in the Syrian civil war where
15	136946	who are fueling sectarian war among the Islamic nation, and the hardliners in the US congress," he added.America's thaw with	Iran	is viewed with deep suspicion by US Republicans as well as American allies in the Middle East, including Israel and
15	137001	a statement from the office Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office last night."Even after the signing of the nuclear agreement,	Iran	has not abandoned its aspirations to acquire nuclear weapons, and continues to act to destabilise the Middle East and spread
15	137051	the statement said.Iran denies its nuclear programme was aimed at obtaining an atomic bomb.Washington maintains separate, less comprehensive sanctions on	Iran	over its missile programme. Iran detained 10 US Navy sailors on two boats in the Gulf a week ago, although
15	137056	nuclear programme was aimed at obtaining an atomic bomb.Washington maintains separate, less comprehensive sanctions on Iran over its missile programme.	Iran	detained 10 US Navy sailors on two boats in the Gulf a week ago, although they were released the next
15	137096	next day. DRAMATIC PRISONER DEALIn an unusual move, President Barack Obama pardoned three Iranian-Americans charged for violating sanctions against	Iran	, a lawyer for one of the men said, while prosecutors moved to drop charges against four Iranians outside the United
15	137160	2013 on charges of undermining Iran's national security.But a US official said four of the Americans had not yet left	Iran	due to logistical issues. The fifth prisoner, Matthew Trevithick, has left the country after 40 days in prison. Trevithick, a
15	137231	manoeuvring which came close to falling apart because of a threat by Washington in December to impose fresh sanctions on	Iran	for recent ballistic missile tests.The detente with Iran is opposed by all of the Republican candidates vying to succeed Obama
15	137239	of a threat by Washington in December to impose fresh sanctions on Iran for recent ballistic missile tests.The detente with	Iran	is opposed by all of the Republican candidates vying to succeed Obama as president in an election in November.Republican front
15	137344	Pastor Saeed is coming home."Democratic presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton took credit for helping to start the sanctions pressure on	Iran	during her 2009-2013 tenure as Obama's secretary of state."These are important steps that make the United States, our
15	137547	Middle East.Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif has argued, including in a New York Times op-ed column last week, that	Iran	wants to help the global fight against Sunni Muslim militants like Islamic State and al Qaeda."It's now time for
15	137582	al Qaeda."It's now time for all - especially Muslim nations - to join hands and rid the world of violent extremism.	Iran	is ready," Zarif tweeted yesterday.REUTERS DS NS1226 -- (Reuters) -- C-1-1-DL0177-542794.Xml An Australian couple reportedly kidnapped and
15	141072	million dollars from Saudi Arabia this month on the same day it announced it was cutting ties with Saudi rival	Iran	, a document seen by Reuters showed. The government, which did not confirm or deny the pledge, has said there was
15	141109	has said there was no link between long-running Saudi financial support and its diplomatic decision to break ties with	Iran	. The Saudi Foreign Ministry did not respond to requests for comment. But diplomats said it was the latest sign of
15	141141	But diplomats said it was the latest sign of patronage used by the kingdom to shore up regional support against	Iran	, a rivalry that deepened this month when Sunni majority Saudi Arabia executed a Shi'ite cleric and Iranian protesters responded by
15	141283	to the document that was dated January 7, the same day Somalia cut ties with Tehran. Somalia cut relations with	Iran	saying Tehran had meddled in Somali affairs and threatened national security. Mogadishu gave Iranian diplomats, among the few stationed in
15	141343	to comment on the pledges, but said any financial assistance from Saudi Arabia was not related to Mogadishu's stance against	Iran	. "Our relationship with Saudi Arabia was long-standing and is not something that has just started," the minister told Reuters
15	141413	like Somalia and Saudi Arabia is a member of the Arab League, said it had cut ties with non-Arab	Iran	. Somalia's ties with Saudi Arabia have grown as it tries to rebuild a nation while battling an Islamist insurgency, although
15	141502	the country. "Any financial and other requests that we made to the Saudis were way before" Somali cut ties with	Iran	, Foreign Minister Abdusalam Omer told Reuters.REUTERS PS AN1557 -- (Reuters) -- C-1-1-DL0421-543106.Xml Somalia's al Shabaab Islamist group
15	142856	charged or convicted for sanctions violations have been released, their lawyers told Reuters today, as part of a deal between	Iran	and the United States that also won the release of four Americans imprisoned in Iran.The United States said yesterday that
15	142988	Afghahi, was already out on bail.Arash Ghahreman, convicted in 2015 of trying to export US-built marine navigation equipment to	Iran	, was also released, his attorney Ellis Johnston said today.A lawyer for Ali Saboonchi, convicted in 2014 for export violations, said
15	143068	he poses no danger to the American people."Nader Modanlo, sentenced to eight years in prison in 2013 for helping	Iran	launch its first satellite into orbit, was released from a Virginia prison today morning, his attorney Kelly Kramer confirmed via
15	143124	1-1-DL0421-543483.Xml Three Iranian-Americans left Tehran under a prisoner swap following the lifting of sanctions on	Iran	that is likely to thaw ties further with the United States as Tehran emerges from years of international isolation. A
15	143238	official said. "We can confirm that our detained US citizens have been released and that those who wished to depart	Iran	have left," a senior US administration official said. Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif told CNN as the plane was
15	143321	manoeuvring which came close to falling apart because of a threat by Washington in December to impose fresh sanctions on	Iran	for recent ballistic missile tests. Speaking to parliament earlier today, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani hailed the nuclear deal with world
15	143491	Iranian fiscal year, which begins in March, Rouhani told parliament the deal was a "turning point" for the economy of	Iran	, a major oil producer which has been virtually shut out of international markets for the past five years. "The nuclear
15	143642	able to exploit a market hungry for everything from automobiles to airplane parts. CROWNING ACHIEVEMENT FOR ROUHANI America's thaw with	Iran	is viewed with deep suspicion by US Republicans as well as allies of Washington in the Middle East, including Israel
15	143698	statement from the office of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday night. "Even after the signing of the nuclear agreement,	Iran	has not abandoned its aspirations to acquire nuclear weapons, and continues to act to destabilise the Middle East and spread
15	143773	Islamic nation, and the hardliners in the US congress," he said. The International Atomic Energy Agency ruled on Saturday that	Iran	had abided by last year's agreement with six world powers to curtail its nuclear programme, triggering the end of sanctions
15	143815	chief Yukiya Amano will travel to Tehran today to meet Rouhani and the head of the Atomic Energy Organisation of	Iran	, the IAEA said yesterday. Minutes after the IAEA's ruling, the United States formally lifted banking, steel, shipping and other sanctions
15	143837	IAEA said yesterday. Minutes after the IAEA's ruling, the United States formally lifted banking, steel, shipping and other sanctions on	Iran	. The EU likewise ended all nuclear-related economic and financial sanctions against the country. Most UN sanctions also automatically ended
15	143862	all nuclear-related economic and financial sanctions against the country. Most UN sanctions also automatically ended. MORE MONEY, PRESTIGE FOR	IRAN	The end of sanctions means more money and prestige for Shi'ite Muslim Iran as it becomes deeply embroiled in the
15	143875	also automatically ended. MORE MONEY, PRESTIGE FOR IRAN The end of sanctions means more money and prestige for Shi'ite Muslim	Iran	as it becomes deeply embroiled in the sectarian conflicts of the Middle East, notably in the Syrian civil war where
15	143928	achievement for Rouhani, a pragmatic cleric elected in 2013 in a landslide on a promise to reduce Iran's international isolation.	Iran	denies its nuclear programme was aimed at obtaining an atomic bomb. Washington maintains separate, less comprehensive sanctions on Iran over
15	143947	isolation. Iran denies its nuclear programme was aimed at obtaining an atomic bomb. Washington maintains separate, less comprehensive sanctions on	Iran	over its missile programme. Britain welcomed the deal's implementation, as did France which said it would keep a close eye
15	143986	close eye out to ensure that the deal is strictly respected. Japan plans to lift most of its sanctions against	Iran	, including a halt to fresh investments in Iranian oil and gas projects, "within a few days", a Foreign Ministry official
15	144027	said. The European Commission said it would undertake a first "technical assessment mission" in February to explore energy ties with	Iran	. The EU executive is particularly keen to develop Iranian energy supplies as an alternative to Russia, whose powerful role as
15	144077	and gas has divided the bloc. In Washington, President Barack Obama pardoned three Iranian-Americans charged with violating sanctions against	Iran	, a lawyer for one of the men said, while prosecutors moved to drop charges against four Iranians outside the United
15	144099	lawyer for one of the men said, while prosecutors moved to drop charges against four Iranians outside the United States.	Iran	agreed to free five Americans including Rezaian and Abedini, an Iranian-American Christian pastor sentenced to eight years in prison
15	151483	reported abductions, the U.S. was having a good weekend with respect to imprisoned Americans in the Middle East on Saturday,	Iran	released four U.S. citizens being held as prisoners as part of a major deal to end Iran's nuclear program. The
15	153346	can be reached on Facebook or at 509-859-7252. LONDON (Reuters) - Britain on Saturday welcomed the international deal with	Iran	to curb its nuclear program, after world powers began to lift economic sanctions against the Islamic Republic in return for
15	153394	back its nuclear ambitions. The European Union and United States began the process of lifting economic and financial sanctions on	Iran	, implementing a landmark 2015 deal between world powers and Tehran. Britain's Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond said the nuclear deal with
15	153415	implementing a landmark 2015 deal between world powers and Tehran. Britain's Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond said the nuclear deal with	Iran	had taken years of patient and persistent diplomacy and difficult technical work, resulting in Iran's nuclear program being substantially rolled
15	153441	and persistent diplomacy and difficult technical work, resulting in Iran's nuclear program being substantially rolled back. "The nuclear deal with	Iran	, in which Britain played a major role, makes the Middle East and the wider world a safer place," said Hammond
15	153477	a safer place," said Hammond in a statement. Mostly imposed in the last five years, the sanctions have cut off	Iran	from the global financial system, reduced oil producer Iran's exports and imposed severe economic hardship on ordinary Iranians. "I hope
15	153513	on ordinary Iranians. "I hope British businesses seize the opportunities available to them through the phased lifting of sanctions on	Iran	. The future is as important as the landmark weve reached today," Hammond said. (Reporting by Li-mei Hoang; Editing by
15	154525	Mansour Hadi has been grappling with lawlessness there since militiamen, backed by a Saudi-led Arab military alliance, drove the	Iran	-allied Houthi group out in July. Yemen descended into a civil war last March when the Houthis forced Hadi to
15	157599	infrastructure to become a major producer, the head of Italy's Eni SpA <ENI.MI> said on Sunday. "I'm very happy that	Iran	has returned because for us it means ... the European system will have a more diversified energy supply," Claudio Descalzi told
15	157646	jump, which could take four or five years, a jump that could have a real impact on the global market ...	Iran	would need to attract $150 billion for development," he said. "In today's market, finding $150 to $200 billion to invest
15	157668	need to attract $150 billion for development," he said. "In today's market, finding $150 to $200 billion to invest in	Iran	is not something that can be done in a second." Iran ended years of economic isolation on Saturday when world
15	157679	market, finding $150 to $200 billion to invest in Iran is not something that can be done in a second."	Iran	ended years of economic isolation on Saturday when world powers lifted sanctions in return for Tehran complying with a deal
15	158288	Zengerle and Matt Spetalnick VIENNA/WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The day before the Obama administration was due to slap new sanctions on	Iran	late last month, Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif warned U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry the move could derail a
15	158377	the last minute, the Obama administration officials decided to delay a package of limited and targeted sanctions intended to penalize	Iran	for recent test-firings of a ballistic missile capable of delivering a nuclear warhead. This account of previously unreported internal
15	158434	had approved the decision to delay the sanctions. Those unilateral U.S. sanctions are expected to be imposed quickly now after	Iran	freed five Americans, including Washington Post journalist Jason Rezaian, on Saturday. Eight Iranians accused in the United States of sanctions
15	158590	The prisoner swap could also come under scrutiny from critics who have questioned the Obama administrations resolve in dealing with	Iran	and ability to follow through on its pledge to keep a hard line on sanctions outside those imposed on its
15	158625	sanctions outside those imposed on its nuclear program. The episode was one of several diplomatic and military near misses between	Iran	and the United States in recent weeks, including a quickly defused crisis when 10 U.S. sailors were detained after entering
15	158696	swap came to falling through. On Dec. 29, Kerry told Zarif the United States intended to impose new sanctions on	Iran	over the missile test firings, which were deemed to have violated a United Nations ban, according to a U.S. official
15	158866	change of plan, the State officials went ahead and quietly informed key congressional offices the next morning about the new	Iran	sanctions targeting about a dozen companies and individuals. They included copies of a news release that the Treasury Department intended
15	158949	that is consistent with our national security interests. Administration officials then told some congressional staffers confidentially that something big involving	Iran	was in the works, in an apparent attempt to tamp down criticism from Capitol Hill, a congressional source said. Leading
15	158991	including some of Obamas fellow Democrats, chided the White House for delaying the sanctions package and suggested it could embolden	Iran	to further threaten its neighbors and destabilize the Middle East. SMALL CIRCLE OF TRUST The nuclear deal signed on July
15	159014	threaten its neighbors and destabilize the Middle East. SMALL CIRCLE OF TRUST The nuclear deal signed on July 14 between	Iran	and world powers had been widely hailed as a major boost for Obama's legacy. But he also faced criticism for
15	159051	also faced criticism for refusing to make the accord contingent on Irans release of Americans known to be held by	Iran	. The prisoners, accused of spying and other charges, included Rezaian and several other Iranian-Americans. At a White House news
15	159110	in the glow of the foreign policy achievement he was all but ignoring the plight of Americans still detained in	Iran	. You should know better, he said, adding that U.S. diplomats were working diligently to try to get them out. But
15	159201	had already been conducting secret negotiations for months with an unnamed Iranian representative, the official said. In a sign that	Iran	was looking for a way forward, officials of the Iranian interests section in Washington - Tehrans de facto embassy began meetings
15	159251	in the United States for violating sanctions. The aim was to see whether they would be willing to return to	Iran	if a swap could be arranged, according to a person familiar with the cases. In recent months, senior Iranian officials
15	159308	only a handful of senior lawmakers on a confidential basis on Thursday night that a release of Americans held in	Iran	was imminent, a congressional source said. Obama has had some success in keeping such proceedings under wraps in the past
15	159462	foreign affairs chief Federica Mogherini in Vienna for planned Implementation Day, which would end a decade of nuclear sanctions on	Iran	and unlock billions of dollars of its frozen assets. With the U.S. prisoners free, Obama may now feel freer to
15	159721	2014, have yet to agree to take part in the process. (Reporting by James Mackenzie; Editing by Kevin Liffey) (Reuters) -	Iran	has released five American prisoners, including a Washington Post reporter, a Christian pastor and a former U.S. Marine, U.S. officials
15	159755	and a former U.S. Marine, U.S. officials said on Saturday. The Americans released as part of a prisoner swap with	Iran	are Jason Rezaian, the Washington Post's Tehran bureau chief, Saeed Abedini, a pastor from Idaho, Amir Hekmati, a former Marine
15	159840	Jason Rezaian, the Washington Post's bureau chief in Tehran, was detained in July 2014 and jailed in Tehran's Evin prison.	Iran	accused Rezaian of espionage and other charges. Iran announced earlier this year that Rezaian had been sentenced but never revealed
15	159848	Tehran, was detained in July 2014 and jailed in Tehran's Evin prison. Iran accused Rezaian of espionage and other charges.	Iran	announced earlier this year that Rezaian had been sentenced but never revealed the length of the sentence. In recent months
15	159921	John Kerry to push Tehran for Rezaian's release in a letter this month. "The United States has considerable leverage with	Iran	right now to press that point, and we urge you to continue to do so," the letter said. * Amir Hekmati
15	159950	urge you to continue to do so," the letter said. * Amir Hekmati, a former U.S. Marine, was visiting family in	Iran	in August 2011 when he was detained. Before making his trip, he had informed Irans interests section in Washington, D.C
15	160108	Iran's national security by setting up home-based churches in his native country. Abedini and his wife regularly traveled to	Iran	on Christian mission work until 2009. He was setting up an orphanage in the country in 2012 when Iranian authorities
15	160176	week in a Facebook post she had "no updates from Saeed for the last two months." * Matthew Trevithick went to	Iran	in September to study Farsi at a language center affiliated with Tehran University, the family said in a statement. Trevithick
15	160269	Wroughton; Editing by Stuart Grudgings and Mary Milliken) Washington (AFP) - Four Americans released as part of a prisoner swap with	Iran	are still inside the country, a senior US official said Saturday. "As of our latest information, the plane has not
15	160291	still inside the country, a senior US official said Saturday. "As of our latest information, the plane has not departed	Iran	," the official said. "Having concluded this agreement, there were a number of logistical steps that have to take place." "We
15	160380	the United States. "The fifth US citizen who was released, as a separate but clearly associated good will gesture from	Iran	, Matthew Trevithick, he has already departed Iran," the official said. Trevithick had been detained for 40 days at Evin Prison
15	160387	who was released, as a separate but clearly associated good will gesture from Iran, Matthew Trevithick, he has already departed	Iran	," the official said. Trevithick had been detained for 40 days at Evin Prison in Tehran, according to a statement from
15	160964	date) Northridge Elementary School, Amber Augustadt, $470.97; Dickinson State University, Lisa Daniels, $600. WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Four American citizens released by	Iran	in a prisoner swap with the United States have not yet left Iran while logistical steps are being completed, but
15	160977	WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Four American citizens released by Iran in a prisoner swap with the United States have not yet left	Iran	while logistical steps are being completed, but a fifth prisoner, student Matthew Trevithick, has left the country, a U.S. official
15	161117	able to give more details about the Iranians who were granted pardons or clemency after the U.S. citizens had left	Iran	. Those Iranians had not been convicted of violent crimes or terrorism-related charges, he said. The official said the United
15	161146	crimes or terrorism-related charges, he said. The official said the United States expects to impose new sanction "designations" against	Iran	for recent ballistic missile tests, but declined to outline the timing for that move. Iran will be able to access
15	161161	impose new sanction "designations" against Iran for recent ballistic missile tests, but declined to outline the timing for that move.	Iran	will be able to access roughly $50 billion out of a reported $100 billion in holdings it has abroad as
15	161212	Jeff Mason, Andy Sullivan, Matt Spetalnick, and Idrees Ali; Editing by Mary Milliken) WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Four American citizens released by	Iran	in a prisoner swap with the United States have not yet left Iran while logistical steps are being completed, but
15	161225	WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Four American citizens released by Iran in a prisoner swap with the United States have not yet left	Iran	while logistical steps are being completed, but a fifth prisoner, student Matthew Trevithick, has left the country, a U.S. official
15	161287	details about the Iranians who were granted pardons or clemency from non-violent crimes after the U.S. citizens had left	Iran	. The official said the United States expects to impose new sanction "designations" against Iran for recent ballistic missile tests, but
15	161301	after the U.S. citizens had left Iran. The official said the United States expects to impose new sanction "designations" against	Iran	for recent ballistic missile tests, but declined to outline the timing for that move. Iran will be able to access
15	161316	impose new sanction "designations" against Iran for recent ballistic missile tests, but declined to outline the timing for that move.	Iran	will be able to access roughly $50 billion out of a reported $100 billion in holdings it has abroad as
15	161378	Mary Milliken) Washington (AFP) - Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian has been released from Evin Prison in Tehran and has left	Iran	, his newspaper said in a statement Sunday. The Post also said it was "pleased to see that Iran released four
15	161396	has left Iran, his newspaper said in a statement Sunday. The Post also said it was "pleased to see that	Iran	released four other Americans," but gave no further details. "We are relieved that this 545-day nightmare for Jason and
15	161433	nightmare for Jason and his family is finally over," said the statement signed by Post publisher Frederick Ryan. Rezaian left	Iran	on a plane with his wife Yeganeh Salehi, the statement said, without saying if any of the other Americans freed
15	161474	were also on board. Rezaian is a 39-year-old dual US-Iranian citizen born in California and detained in	Iran	on July 22, 2014. The Post statement said the paper was "enormously grateful to all who played a role" in
15	161572	on condition of anonymity confirmed "that our detained US citizens have been released and that those who wished to depart	Iran	have left," but gave no further information. An editorial in the newspaper blasted Iranian judicial authorities, who "repeatedly violated Iran's
15	163143	and jelly sandwich, milk. Friday: Chicken strips, potato wedges, green beans, fruit, peanut butter and jelly sandwich, milk. DUBAI (Reuters) -	Iran	is ready to increase its crude oil exports by 500,000 barrels a day, the deputy oil minister said on Sunday
15	163213	after confirming that Tehran had curbed its nuclear program. "With consideration to global market conditions and the surplus that exists,	Iran	is ready to raise its crude oil exports by 500,000 barrels a day," Deputy Oil Minister Amir Hossein Zamaninia was
15	163324	or convicted for sanctions violations have been released, their lawyers told Reuters on Sunday, as part of a deal between	Iran	and the United States that also won the release of four Americans imprisoned in Iran. The United States said on
15	163339	part of a deal between Iran and the United States that also won the release of four Americans imprisoned in	Iran	. The United States said on Saturday that it had granted clemency to seven Iranians being held in U.S. jails or
15	163461	was already out on bail. Arash Ghahreman, convicted in 2015 of trying to export US-built marine navigation equipment to	Iran	, was also released, his attorney Ellis Johnston said on Sunday. A lawyer for Ali Saboonchi, convicted in 2014 for export
15	163543	he poses no danger to the American people." Nader Modanlo, sentenced to eight years in prison in 2013 for helping	Iran	launch its first satellite into orbit, was released from a Virginia prison Sunday morning, his attorney Kelly Kramer confirmed via
15	171255	Punisher, 'Jessica Jones' Reveals Gender Flip at New York Comic Con By Lesley Wroughton and Yeganeh Torbati VIENNA/WASHINGTON (Reuters) -	Iran	emerged from years of economic isolation on Saturday when world powers lifted crippling sanctions against the Islamic Republic in return
15	171400	to exploit a market hungry for everything from automobiles to airplane parts. The U.N. nuclear watchdog ruled on Saturday that	Iran	had abided by an agreement last year with six world powers to curtail its nuclear program, triggering the end of
15	171422	abided by an agreement last year with six world powers to curtail its nuclear program, triggering the end of sanctions. "	Iran	has carried out all measures required under the (July deal) to enable Implementation Day (of the deal) to occur," the
15	171467	Energy Agency said in a statement. Within minutes, the United States formally lifted banking, steel, shipping and other sanctions on	Iran	, a major oil producer which has been virtually shut out of international markets for the past five years. The European
15	171525	114 civil aircraft from European aircraft maker Airbus. The end of sanctions means more money and prestige for Shi'ite Muslim	Iran	as it becomes deeply embroiled in the sectarian conflicts of the Middle East, notably in the Syrian civil war where
15	171556	the Middle East, notably in the Syrian civil war where its allies are facing Sunni Muslim rebels. America's thaw with	Iran	is viewed with deep suspicion by U.S. Republicans as well as American allies in the Middle East, including Israel and
15	171593	East, including Israel and Saudi Arabia. U.S.-Iranian suspicion still remains deeply entrenched. Washington maintains separate, less comprehensive sanctions on	Iran	over its missile program. For its part, Iran detained 10 U.S. Navy sailors on two boats in the Gulf a
15	171601	suspicion still remains deeply entrenched. Washington maintains separate, less comprehensive sanctions on Iran over its missile program. For its part,	Iran	detained 10 U.S. Navy sailors on two boats in the Gulf a week ago, although they were released the next
15	171642	day. DRAMATIC PRISONER DEAL In an unusual move, President Barack Obama pardoned three Iranian-Americans charged for violating sanctions against	Iran	, a lawyer for one of the men said, while prosecutors moved to drop charges against four Iranians outside the United
15	171664	lawyer for one of the men said, while prosecutors moved to drop charges against four Iranians outside the United States.	Iran	agreed to free five Americans including Rezaian and Saeed Abedini, an Iranian-American Christian pastor sentenced to eight years in
15	171708	on charges of undermining Iran's national security. But a U.S. official said four of the Americans had not yet left	Iran	due to ongoing logistical issues. The fifth prisoner, Matthew Trevithick, has left the country after 40 days in prison. Trevithick
15	171781	maneuvering which came close to falling apart because of a threat by Washington in December to impose fresh sanctions on	Iran	for recent ballistic missile tests. The detente with Iran is opposed by all of the Republican candidates vying to succeed
15	171790	a threat by Washington in December to impose fresh sanctions on Iran for recent ballistic missile tests. The detente with	Iran	is opposed by all of the Republican candidates vying to succeed Obama as president in an election in November. Republican
15	171896	Pastor Saeed is coming home." Democratic presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton took credit for helping to start the sanctions pressure on	Iran	during her 2009-2013 tenure as Obama's secretary of state. "These are important steps that make the United States, our
15	172097	granted the authority to negotiate the deal by Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, an arch-conservative in power since 1989.	Iran	denies its nuclear program was aimed at obtaining an atomic bomb. Rouhani congratulated the Iranian nation on Saturday after the
15	172140	sanctions were to be lifted. "Thank God for this blessing and bow to the greatness of the patient nation of	Iran	. Congrats on this glorious victory," Rouhani tweeted in English. Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif has argued, including in a New
15	172169	English. Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif has argued, including in a New York Times op-ed column last week, that	Iran	wants to help the global fight against Sunni Muslim militants like Islamic State and al Qaeda. "It's now time for
15	172204	al Qaeda. "It's now time for all especially Muslim nations to join hands and rid the world of violent extremism.	Iran	is ready," Zarif tweeted on Saturday. (Additional reporting by Shadia Nasralla, Sam Wilkin, Parisa Hafezi, Joel Schectman, Patricia Zengerle and
15	172259	Julia Edwards WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Barack Obama on Sunday heralded the implementation of a nuclear deal and prisoner swap with	Iran	as a victory for diplomacy that would advance U.S. interests and potentially spark more cooperative relations between Tehran and the
15	172291	potentially spark more cooperative relations between Tehran and the world. Speaking after Americans who had been imprisoned and freed by	Iran	had left the country, Obama said Iran now would not "get its hands on a nuclear bomb" and the planet
15	172298	and the world. Speaking after Americans who had been imprisoned and freed by Iran had left the country, Obama said	Iran	now would not "get its hands on a nuclear bomb" and the planet would be more secure. "This is a
15	172394	with a country that has long been an enemy of the United States. "We released seven terrorists who had helped	Iran	with their nuclear program, and we agreed not to prosecute another 14 terrorists for doing the same thing," Republican presidential
15	172427	terrorists for doing the same thing," Republican presidential candidate Ted Cruz said on Fox News Sunday. "That's 21 terrorists helping	Iran	develop nuclear weapons that they intend to use to try to murder us." The president said the United States still
15	172452	they intend to use to try to murder us." The president said the United States still had profound differences with	Iran	and would continue to enforce sanctions over its ballistic missile program, violations of human rights and support of terrorism. "We
15	172547	a one-time event. The U.S. government would "not rest" until another American citizen, Robert Levinson, who went missing in	Iran	more than eight years ago, was located, he said. The president said a deal between the United States and Iran
15	172567	Iran more than eight years ago, was located, he said. The president said a deal between the United States and	Iran	at The Hague, in which Iran received $400 million in funds frozen since 1981 plus $1.3 billion in interest, could
15	172573	was located, he said. The president said a deal between the United States and Iran at The Hague, in which	Iran	received $400 million in funds frozen since 1981 plus $1.3 billion in interest, could save the United States billions of
15	172596	million in funds frozen since 1981 plus $1.3 billion in interest, could save the United States billions of dollars that	Iran	was pursuing. "With the nuclear deal done, prisoners released, the time was right to resolve this dispute as well," he
15	172635	well," he said. Obama campaigned for the White House in 2008 on a promise to engage with U.S. enemies including	Iran	and Cuba. The nuclear pact and warming relations between Washington and Havana are likely to become a big part of
15	172690	the Obama administration wanted to test whether there could be additional cooperation or constructive dialogue between the United States and	Iran	. The Syria talks would be the primary forum for that, he said. Obama said he hoped Iran would move into
15	172707	United States and Iran. The Syria talks would be the primary forum for that, he said. Obama said he hoped	Iran	would move into a more cooperative relationship with the world community on the back of this diplomatic breakthrough. "I am
15	172737	world community on the back of this diplomatic breakthrough. "I am hopeful that this signals the opportunity at least for	Iran	to work more cooperatively with nations around the world to advance their interests and the interests of people who are
15	172790	by Arshad Mohammed; editing by Alan Crosby) President Obama on Sunday trumpeted the release of four Americans unjustly detained by	Iran	as the potential beginning of a new, less contentious relationship between Washington and Tehran, made possible by last years landmark
15	172842	whats possible with strong American diplomacy, Obama said in remarks delivered from the Cabinet Room of the White House. Related:	Iran	Sanctions Lifted As Nuclear Infrastructure Is Disabled The release of the four Americans, including a U.S. Marine and a Washington
15	172873	the four Americans, including a U.S. Marine and a Washington Post reporter, was announced Saturday, the same day sanctions against	Iran	were lifted as part of the nuclear agreement. Obama said talks between Washington and Tehran to secure the release of
15	172898	of the nuclear agreement. Obama said talks between Washington and Tehran to secure the release of the Americans held in	Iran	accelerated after the nuclear deal. He also credited the nuclear talks for easing negotiations to get back ten Navy sailors
15	172975	the two sides had also put to rest a financial dispute dating back to the early 1980s that will see	Iran	recoup around $1 billion in cash. Related: Russias Military Buildup Continues with Big New Fighter Jet Order Yet in a
15	173024	the two countries, the U.S. Treasury Department announced minutes before the president spoke that it would impose fresh sanctions against	Iran	for violating prohibitions against ballistic missile tests. Obama noted that there remain profound differences between the two countries, including Tehrans
15	173151	the White House against those critics. Yet many in the GOP, while hailing the release of the prisoners held by	Iran	, criticized the deal that secured their return home and again slammed the nuclear agreement, the terms of which allow Tehran
15	173317	a deal with you, whether its Bergdahl, what he did with the Castro brothers, and now what hes done with	Iran	, Rubio said during an interview with CBSs Face the Nation. Donald Trump said the president should absolutely not get any
15	173413	on Saturday for five other men, part of a stunning and secretly negotiated deal that saw four Americans freed by	Iran	. The deal removed a major source of acrimony standing in the way of further rapprochement between the long-time foes
15	173478	represented a reversal of the past five years of U.S. policy, during which U.S. law enforcement prosecuted illicit trade with	Iran	, even in common consumer items, as a threat to national security. The prisoner deal with Iran came the same day
15	173494	prosecuted illicit trade with Iran, even in common consumer items, as a threat to national security. The prisoner deal with	Iran	came the same day major powers began to lift economic sanctions against Tehran in exchange for steps to curb its
15	173545	release of Americans but criticized the leniency shown towards Iranians charged with violating sanctions which U.S. officials credit with pressuring	Iran	to make concessions on its nuclear program. "(They were released) in return for people that violated Iran sanctions, Iranians that
15	173562	credit with pressuring Iran to make concessions on its nuclear program. "(They were released) in return for people that violated	Iran	sanctions, Iranians that were in prison here for violating those sanctions," said Republican presidential candidate Jeb Bush in New Hampshire
15	173595	Republican presidential candidate Jeb Bush in New Hampshire on Saturday. "Every time we show weakness it is a victory for	Iran	." The White House said it had offered clemency to seven Iranians, six of whom were dual U.S.-Iranian citizens. In
15	173700	Tooraj Faridi and Khosrow Afghahi, had been granted pardons by Obama. They were accused in 2015 of shipping electronics to	Iran	. Mechanic and Afghahi were being held without bail in Houston, while Faridi was out on bail. All three are Iranian
15	173755	Mechanic and Afghahi had not been released yet and that their release would come when the four American prisoners left	Iran	. U.S. officials said on Saturday evening that the four Americans had not yet left Iran while logistical steps are being
15	173770	the four American prisoners left Iran. U.S. officials said on Saturday evening that the four Americans had not yet left	Iran	while logistical steps are being completed, but that a fifth prisoner, released independently of the prisoner swap, has left the
15	173801	prisoner, released independently of the prisoner swap, has left the country. (Read our Jan. 12 story http://www.reuters.com/article/us-	iran	-nuclear-usa-prisoners-insight-idUSKCN0UR01R20160113) "We're ecstatic that the president has decided to pardon them for basically trade issues," Androphy
15	173833	decided to pardon them for basically trade issues," Androphy told Reuters, adding that his client had plans to eventually visit	Iran	again. A lawyer for Faridi welcomed the news on Saturday, and said his client did not plan to return to
15	173854	again. A lawyer for Faridi welcomed the news on Saturday, and said his client did not plan to return to	Iran	. "He has no plans to go back to Iran for a visit," said Kent Schaffer, Faridi's attorney. "He fought hard
15	173863	Saturday, and said his client did not plan to return to Iran. "He has no plans to go back to	Iran	for a visit," said Kent Schaffer, Faridi's attorney. "He fought hard to get here and he wants to stay here
15	173918	this week as being imprisoned for or charged with sanctions violations. (Read our Jan. 12 story http://www.reuters.com/article/us-	iran	-nuclear-usa-prisoners-factbox-idUSKCN0UR02820160113) The U.S. Justice Department also moved on Saturday to drop sanctions charges against four other
15	174032	familiar with the matter. Between 2009 and 2013, Saboonchi and several associates tried to export industrial parts to customers in	Iran	, according to an indictment filed in 2013. He was sentenced to two years in prison and was due to be
15	174120	years to prosecute, said David Hall, a former federal prosecutor in Pennsylvania and Delaware who investigated and brought charges on	Iran	sanctions cases. "They're already hard enough and that's the reason there are so few of them to begin with," Hall
15	174163	of Iranians have been charged with U.S. sanctions violations since 2008. Melissa Visconti, a former federal prosecutor who brought numerous	Iran	sanctions-busting cases, said that while she had "mixed feelings" about the exchange, she was confident the U.S. Justice Department
15	174260	referred questions to the White House. The electronic filings came hours before U.S. officials said the Americans being held in	Iran	were being released. (Additional reporting by Jeff Mason and Idrees Ali in Washington and Richard Valdmanis in New Hampshire; Editing
15	175152	His syndicated column appears Sundays and Thursdays.) ISLAMABAD (Reuters) - Pakistan's Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif will travel to Saudi Arabia and	Iran	on Monday, in a bid to bridge the growing divide between the two countries after the Sunni kingdom's execution of
15	175241	Reuters. Islamabad has sought to avoid taking sides in the escalating dispute between Saudi Arabia and its main regional rival	Iran	, as it wrestles with its own sectarian tensions at home and works to bolster economic ties with both countries. "Pakistan
15	175282	is deeply concerned at the recent escalation of tensions between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Islamic Republic of	Iran	," the foreign office said in a statement. "The Prime Minister has called for resolution of differences through peaceful means, in
15	175348	Iranian demonstrators ransacking the Saudi embassy in Tehran, prompting several of Riyadh's Sunni allies to break off diplomatic ties with	Iran	. Sunni majority Pakistan maintains deep links with the establishment in Riyadh, which provided Sharif with political asylum in the 2000s
15	175456	led military intervention in Yemen to fight Iranian-allied insurgents. Islamabad also wants to finish a major gas pipeline to	Iran	on its western border. (Reporting by Tommy Wilkes; Editing by Ros Russell) Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif will lead a
15	175484	Wilkes; Editing by Ros Russell) Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif will lead a high-level delegation to Saudi Arabia and	Iran	this week to try to ease tension between the Muslim countries, a minister said Sunday. Information minister Pervez Rashid told
15	175575	is deeply concerned at the recent escalation of tensions between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Islamic Republic of	Iran	," the spokesman said in a statement. He said the prime minister has called for the peaceful settlement of differences in
15	175633	the standoff between the two countries," a third government official told AFP, requesting anonymity. Sunni Muslim Saudi Arabia and Shiite	Iran	are already fighting a proxy war in Yemen and support opposing sides in the Syrian conflict. But tensions have reached
15	175675	heights in the past two weeks. Saudi Arabia and a number of its Sunni Arab allies cut diplomatic ties with	Iran	after protesters angry at Riyadh's execution of a prominent Shiite cleric on January 2 sacked its embassy in Tehran. Local
15	176976	Going "Full-Court Press" For 'The People v. O.J. Simpson' Geneva (AFP) - Three of the four US citizens freed by	Iran	in a prisoner swap were headed to a US military base in Germany after a brief stop in Geneva, a
15	177010	after a brief stop in Geneva, a Swiss foreign ministry spokesman told AFP on Sunday. Among those who had left	Iran	was The Washington Post's Tehran correspondent Jason Rezaian, who had been detained in Iran for nearly 18 months. "Overwhelmed to
15	177024	Sunday. Among those who had left Iran was The Washington Post's Tehran correspondent Jason Rezaian, who had been detained in	Iran	for nearly 18 months. "Overwhelmed to greet Jason #Rezaian, his wife, Yegi, mother, Mary + Saeed #Abedini + Amir #Hekmati to #Geneva
15	177048	months. "Overwhelmed to greet Jason #Rezaian, his wife, Yegi, mother, Mary + Saeed #Abedini + Amir #Hekmati to #Geneva after safely departing #	Iran	," senior US diplomat Brett McGurk wrote on Twitter. The group arrived in Geneva aboard a Swiss air force plane, touching
15	177148	confirmed reports that the three freed prisoners were Rezaian, Saeed Abedini, a Christian pastor, and former US Marine Amir Hekmati.	Iran	had announced their release on Saturday, just hours before Tehran's historic nuclear deal with world powers was implemented, in exchange
15	177309	Khosravi-Roodsari -- about whom little is known -- elected not to board the plane for Switzerland. "Those who wished to depart	Iran	have left," said one official. Another said "it's his free determination where he wants to go." A fifth American, Matthew
15	177352	released in a separate process, a US official has said. The Post had earlier reported that the flight out of	Iran	was delayed because Rezaian's mother Mary and wife Yeganeh, who also were on the plane, initially did not appear on
15	177492	former US Marine Hekmati, who faced a death sentence as an alleged spy, welcomed the news that he had left	Iran	. "It is hard to put into words what our family feels right now. But we remain in hopeful anticipation until
15	177559	family is finally over." The 39-year-old Rezaian, a dual US-Iranian citizen born in California, was detained in	Iran	on July 22, 2014 on espionage charges. The Post statement thanked those "around the world who have spoken out on
15	177624	on Saturday that Switzerland played a "positive role" in the prisoner swap. The UN nuclear watchdog announced late Saturday that	Iran	had complied with its side of the July 2015 accord, allowing the lifting of sanctions. Warsaw (AFP) - The head of
15	178713	Jan Schwartz, writing by Emma Thomasson; editing by Susan Thomas) Washington (AFP) - The surprise release of five Americans held in	Iran	has helped a vulnerable President Barack Obama put his political foes on the back foot. On a day when the
15	178856	a Christian pastor from Idaho. Both men have become causes celebres for Republicans who oppose Obamas strategy of engagement with	Iran	. When a deal was reached last summer to significantly scale back Irans nuclear program in return for sanctions relief, Obama
15	178970	rebels. Less noted was a report from international inspectors, also on Saturday, that precipitated sanctions relief. The IAEA reported that	Iran	, after decades of massive investment, had hobbled its own nuclear program. -- "Bluster and bombast" -- Republican attacks on Obama's policy of
15	179297	be too early for either side to declare victory. According to Richard Nephew, a former US diplomat who negotiated with	Iran	, hardliners on both sides will be trying to "demonstrate that they remain 'tough' on their adversaries in the other capital
15	181085	50 million from Saudi Arabia this month on the same day it announced it was cutting ties with Saudi rival	Iran	, a document seen by Reuters showed. The government, which did not confirm or deny the pledge, has said there was
15	181122	has said there was no link between long-running Saudi financial support and its diplomatic decision to break ties with	Iran	. The Saudi Foreign Ministry did not respond to requests for comment. But diplomats said it was the latest sign of
15	181154	But diplomats said it was the latest sign of patronage used by the kingdom to shore up regional support against	Iran	, a rivalry that deepened this month when Sunni majority Saudi Arabia executed a Shi'ite cleric and Iranian protesters responded by
15	181294	to the document that was dated Jan. 7, the same day Somalia cut ties with Tehran. Somalia cut relations with	Iran	saying Tehran had meddled in Somali affairs and threatened national security. Mogadishu gave Iranian diplomats, among the few stationed in
15	181354	to comment on the pledges, but said any financial assistance from Saudi Arabia was not related to Mogadishu's stance against	Iran	. "Our relationship with Saudi Arabia was long-standing and is not something that has just started," the minister told Reuters
15	181424	like Somalia and Saudi Arabia is a member of the Arab League, said it had cut ties with non-Arab	Iran	. Somalia's ties with Saudi Arabia have grown as it tries to rebuild a nation while battling an Islamist insurgency, although
15	181513	the country. "Any financial and other requests that we made to the Saudis were way before" Somali cut ties with	Iran	, Foreign Minister Abdusalam Omer told Reuters. (Additional reporting by Angus McDowall in Riyadh and Bill Maclean in Dubai; Writing by
15	184426	scientist and former North Dakota lieutenant governor. His column appears Sundays.) By Stephanie Nebehay GENEVA (Reuters) - Three Americans freed by	Iran	on Sunday landed at Geneva airport in Switzerland around 1700 GMT (2 p.m. ET), a Swiss Foreign Ministry spokesman told
15	184559	The three Iranian-Americans left Tehran on Sunday under a prisoner swap following the lifting of most international sanctions on	Iran	under a deal that President Barack Obama said had cut off every path for Tehran to obtain a nuclear bomb
15	184745	Iranian government passenger aircraft both arrived in Geneva on Saturday evening. The Iranian plane took off and headed back to	Iran	on Sunday morning, around the same time the American detainees left Tehran. (Reporting by Stephanie Nebehay, additional reporting by Lesley
15	184789	Hafezi, writing by Tom Miles; Editing by Kevin Liffey) ZURICH (Reuters) - A Swiss aircraft carrying three U.S. detainees freed by	Iran	and two family members will land in Switzerland late on Sunday afternoon, then travel on to a U.S. military base
15	184873	Swiss airplane with a representative of the Foreign Ministry and medics on board brought three of the Americans detained in	Iran	, as well as the mother and wife of one of the three man, back. Landing is scheduled for late Sunday
15	185109	been repeatedly targeted by powerful Shiite militia groups in Baghdad over the years. Iraq turned to paramilitary forces dominated by	Iran	-backed Shiite militias in 2014 to help combat ISIS jihadists. These groups, which fall under an umbrella organization known as
15	185300	policy also could play a role in the debate, which follows Saturday's prisoner deal announced by the United States and	Iran	. Tehran has freed five Americans including a Washington Post reporter and a Christian minister, coinciding with the lifting of most
15	185325	Americans including a Washington Post reporter and a Christian minister, coinciding with the lifting of most international nuclear sanctions on	Iran	. Republican candidates expressed relief at the prisoner release but renewed their criticism of President Barack Obama's willingness to make deals
15	185353	release but renewed their criticism of President Barack Obama's willingness to make deals with Tehran, particularly his earlier agreement with	Iran	to curtail its nuclear ambitions. Sanders and Clinton have both supported the Iran nuclear deal. Sanders, a U.S. senator from
15	185366	with Tehran, particularly his earlier agreement with Iran to curtail its nuclear ambitions. Sanders and Clinton have both supported the	Iran	nuclear deal. Sanders, a U.S. senator from Vermont, has pulled into a statistical tie with Clinton in recent polls in
15	185987	policy also could play a role in the debate, which follows Saturday's prisoner deal announced by the United States and	Iran	. Tehran has freed five Americans including a Washington Post reporter and a Christian minister, coinciding with the lifting of most
15	186012	Americans including a Washington Post reporter and a Christian minister, coinciding with the lifting of most international nuclear sanctions on	Iran	. Republican candidates expressed relief at the prisoner release but renewed their criticism of President Barack Obama's willingness to make deals
15	186040	release but renewed their criticism of President Barack Obama's willingness to make deals with Tehran, particularly his earlier agreement with	Iran	to curtail its nuclear ambitions. Sanders and Clinton have both supported the Iran nuclear deal. Sanders, a U.S. senator from
15	186053	with Tehran, particularly his earlier agreement with Iran to curtail its nuclear ambitions. Sanders and Clinton have both supported the	Iran	nuclear deal. Sanders, a U.S. senator from Vermont, has pulled into a statistical tie with Clinton in recent polls in
15	187627	taking action for more than two weeks during the tense negotiations that ultimately freed five Americans under a prisoner swap.	Iran	conducted a precision-guided ballistic missile test capable of delivering a nuclear warhead violating a United Nations ban last October
15	187735	on Sunday morning from the White House. The announcement of the new sanctions came hours after three Americans detained by	Iran	including the Washington Posts Jason Rezaian -- boarded a Swiss plane departing Tehran. At the same time, the U.S. State Department
15	187795	by the United State. The settlement, reached through arbitration at the Hague Claims Tribunal, related to funds once earmarked for	Iran	to buy U.S. military equipment before Irans revolution in 1979. But the sanctions announced today almost scuttled the prisoner deal
15	187849	30, as Secretary of State John Kerry was negotiating the prisoner trade that secured the release of five Americans from	Iran	this weekend. But the day before the sanctions were to be imposed, Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif warned Kerry that
15	187958	sanctions. Adam Szubin, Treasury's acting undersecretary for terrorism and financial intelligence, said today's sanctions show authorities will continue to punish	Iran	if it steps out of what is allowed by the nuclear deal. The prisoner exchange, which also dropped charges or
15	187995	also dropped charges or obtained early release for at least nine Iranians, came as the U.S. lifted many sanctions on	Iran	as part of the nuclear deal. For example, Most non-American companies will now be able to do business with
15	188996	forumcomm.com.) By Lesley Wroughton, Matt Spetalnick and Yeganeh Torbati VIENNA/WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The first glimpse of a secretly negotiated U.S.-	Iran	prisoner exchange came on Saturday in a flurry of early morning electronic filings in federal courts from New York to
15	189116	coincide with a high-level diplomatic gathering in Vienna that sealed the end of a decade of international sanctions on	Iran	in return for meeting its commitment to curb its nuclear program. The deal, a major step toward overcoming acrimony standing
15	189199	prisoner exchange came close to falling apart because of a threat by Washington in December to impose fresh sanctions on	Iran	for recent ballistic missile tests. The nuclear deal signed on July 14 between Iran and world powers was trumpeted by
15	189213	December to impose fresh sanctions on Iran for recent ballistic missile tests. The nuclear deal signed on July 14 between	Iran	and world powers was trumpeted by the White House as a signature foreign policy achievement by President Barack Obama. But
15	189255	also faced criticism for refusing to make the accord contingent on Irans release of Americans known to be held by	Iran	. In public comments, Obama had insisted as recently as mid-December that linking the Americans' fate directly to the nuclear
15	189572	government, which handles U.S. consular matters in Tehran because of a lack of diplomatic relations between the United States and	Iran	, helped mediate, said a senior administration official in Washington. But there were some bumps and missteps along the road to
15	189609	along the road to Saturdays prisoner announcement. The day before the Obama administration was due to slap new sanctions on	Iran	late last month over the ballistic missile tests that violated a United Nations ban, Zarif warned Kerry the move could
15	189797	by the Iranians. We insisted that he be in the mix as well, a U.S. official said. In the end,	Iran	agreed to release Rezaian, the Posts Tehran bureau chief held in an Iranian prison for about 18 months; Abedini, 35
15	189848	and Khosravi-Roodsari, about whom little is known. A fifth prisoner, American student Matthew Trevithick, was released separately and left	Iran	, but "logistical steps" still had to be worked out before the others could be flown out together, a senior administration
15	189898	Iranian prison," Abedinis wife, Naghmeh Abedini, wrote on Twitter even before official U.S. confirmation. The couple had regularly traveled to	Iran	on Christian mission work. He was setting up an orphanage in the country in 2012 when he was detained. Robert
15	189930	the country in 2012 when he was detained. Robert Levinson, a former FBI agent and DEA agent, who disappeared in	Iran	since 2007, was not on the list. U.S. officials have believed for several years that Levinson died in captivity. Iranian
15	189962	for several years that Levinson died in captivity. Iranian officials had repeatedly denied any knowledge of his disappearance or whereabouts.	Iran	has also committed to continue cooperating with the United States to determine the whereabouts of Robert Levinson, a U.S official
15	190041	with some of the prisoners held in the United States to see if they would be willing to return to	Iran	if a swap was arranged, said a person familiar with the cases. It was not known how many of them
15	190093	Tooraj Faridi, and Khosrow Afghahi, according to Mechanic's lawyer, Joel Androphy. They were accused in 2015 of shipping electronics to	Iran	. Mechanic and Afghahi were being held without bail in Houston, while Faridi was out on bail. All three are Iranian
15	190186	Joel Schectman and Yeganeh Torbati WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States will allow foreign subsidiaries of American companies to trade with	Iran	as part of sanctions relief granted under an international nuclear deal, the U.S. Treasury Department said on Saturday. The move
15	190218	the U.S. Treasury Department said on Saturday. The move will give U.S. companies the chance of gaining a toehold in	Iran	. With a large population and ample energy resources, the country is expected to create tens of billions of dollars worth
15	190260	business for local and foreign companies as sanctions are lifted. U.S. citizens and companies are otherwise banned from trading with	Iran	, with few exceptions, by American sanctions that will remain in place even after the nuclear deal. But the new policy
15	190300	policy will allow American parent companies to provide technology systems, such as email and accounting software, to units active in	Iran	. Foreign subsidiaries of U.S. companies were allowed to operate in Iran until 2012, when Congress expanded sanctions on Tehran. But
15	190311	as email and accounting software, to units active in Iran. Foreign subsidiaries of U.S. companies were allowed to operate in	Iran	until 2012, when Congress expanded sanctions on Tehran. But worsening tensions with the West had already driven out most foreign
15	190372	said, the signing of the nuclear deal, and the U.S. blessing on providing back office tech services to units in	Iran	, may encourage American multinationals to return. "There are any number of companies that have been thinking about business in Iran
15	190392	Iran, may encourage American multinationals to return. "There are any number of companies that have been thinking about business in	Iran	," said Harrell, who is now a fellow at the Center for a New American Security. "They are going to have
15	190893	after sanctions targeting its nuclear program were lifted. In remarks shortly before the US announcement, Iran's President Hassan Rouhani of	Iran	said that any new American sanctions would be "met by an appropriate response." The US Treasury Department said in a
15	190978	in third countries to deceive foreign suppliers" and that the five individuals had "worked to procure ballistic missile components for	Iran	." Adam J. Szubin, acting under secretary for terrorism and financial intelligence, said that Irans ballistic missile program poses a significant
15	194678	stupid, stupid negotiated deals and policies of the Obama administration most notably the recently concluded nuclear non-proliferation agreement with	Iran	that will lift many economic sanctions against Tehran and free up $150 billion of Iranian assets. Related: Cruzs Unreported $1
15	194947	cut down to size. And that's how you get a foreign policy where we cut deals with our enemies like	Iran	and we betray our allies like Israel and we gut our military and we go around the world like he
15	206877	worlds greatest) walnuts and pistachios. Photo: Atta Kenare/AFP/Getty Images United Nations nuclear agency inspectors confirmed on Saturday that	Iran	has met its commitments as agreed to in last summers historic U.S.-led nuclear agreement, and per the deal, the
15	206918	U.S. and European Union have now lifted international sanctions on the country, according to the Associated Press. As a result,	Iran	will now have access to some $100 billion in frozen assets, and is, more generally, free to rejoin the international
15	206958	international economic community, ending years of isolation and simmering tensions over its nuclear program. Today marks the moment that the	Iran	nuclear agreement transitions from an ambitious set of promises on paper to measurable action in progress, said Secretary of State
15	207024	East, and the entire world are safer because the threat of the nuclear weapon has been reduced. The fact that	Iran	has fulfilled its end of the deal thus far, and that their compliance has been confirmed by IAEA inspectors, has
15	207061	by IAEA inspectors, has, for now, solidified the agreement as one of the Obama administrations hallmark foreign-policy achievements. Though	Iran	will still have the ability to have a peaceful nuclear program, as part of its compliance with the agreement the
15	207120	nearly all of its enriched uranium out of the country for processing. But while the agreement was originally celebrated in	Iran	over the summer, as the New York Timess Thomas Erdbrink notes, the end of sanctions is not stirring much emotion
15	207143	summer, as the New York Timess Thomas Erdbrink notes, the end of sanctions is not stirring much emotion back in	Iran	right now. He says that reflects sustained economic malaise in the country, and how everyday citizens remain wary of how
15	207276	bar has been passed, as some will remain in place for about ten years while Irans continued compliance is monitored.	Iran	will immediately be able to begin selling its oil on the world market, however, and it can once again connect
15	207315	again connect its banks to the world financial system. In related news, Airbus will be selling 114 civilian aircraft to	Iran	now that sanctions are lifted, replacing much of countrys badly-aging commercial airliner fleet, and demonstrating how aggressive Europe and
15	207406	through subsidiary companies, and the U.S. aircraft industry has been granted a waiver so they can sell civilian airplanes to	Iran	if they want. Another issue for U.S. companies is that there remains an almost complete U.S. trade embargo and a
15	207490	Republican president would try to reimpose sanctions in some form. In another related development earlier on Saturday, the U.S. and	Iran	conducted a prisoner swap, timed to coincide with the lifting of sanctions, which saw four Iranian-Americans released from prison
15	211346	Rezaian, brother of Washington Post Tehran Bureau Chief Jason Rezaian (shown in picture frame), talks about his brother's imprisonment in	Iran	while testifying before the House Foreign Affairs Committee on June 2, 2015. Iranian media outlets are reporting that Rezaian has
15	211437	prisioners are in the air, flying to their long prayed for freedom in Switerzerland. This is an historic juncture for	Iran	, for the US and for the future stabilityof the Middle East. "Wheel's up!" was the clarion call when the American
15	211489	fear campaign to accumulate attention for their 2016 presidential campaign cannot continue. VIENNA (Austria- WP report) The United States and	Iran	moved into a new era of international relations Saturday, with the implementation of a landmark agreement on Irans nuclear program
15	211533	filled day that also saw the release of imprisoned Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian and four other Americans. (CNN- reports)	Iran	has freed four U.S. prisoners as part of a prisoner swap, including Washington Post journalist Jason Rezaian, Marine veteran Amir
15	211609	officials said. The announcement comes on a day when the International Atomic Energy Agency, the United Nations' nuclear watchdog, announced	Iran	is in compliance with a July deal to restrict its nuclear program . As a result, at least some international economic
15	211632	compliance with a July deal to restrict its nuclear program . As a result, at least some international economic sanctions against	Iran	were lifted. As part of the deal, Iran agreed to release of Rezaian, Hekmati, Abedini and a fourth detainee identified
15	211640	nuclear program . As a result, at least some international economic sanctions against Iran were lifted. As part of the deal,	Iran	agreed to release of Rezaian, Hekmati, Abedini and a fourth detainee identified by U.S. officials as Nosratollah Khosravi-Roodsari in
15	212490	2016, said Senator Knopp. John Kerry U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry, right, speaks to journalists about his negotiations with	Iran	upon his arrival from Vienna at Joint Base Andrews in Washington Sunday, Jan. 17, 2016. Four Americans and seven Iranians
15	212533	to freedom in a prisoner swap playing out alongside the kick-start of an accord lifting heavy international sanctions on	Iran	in return for its agreement to pull back its nuclear program. A fifth American was released separately. (Kevin Lamarque/The
15	212561	back its nuclear program. A fifth American was released separately. (Kevin Lamarque/The Associated Press) WASHINGTON -- The Americans imprisoned by	Iran	began their journey home Sunday, their friends and family awaiting emotional reunions, after delicate diplomatic negotiations that played out quietly
15	212607	nuclear talks. A charter plane left Tehran for Switzerland with the Americans -- all four who had been detained, according to	Iran	state television, or only three, the U.S. said -- as part of a prisoner swap. U.S. officials said Washington Post reporter
15	212649	Rezaian, former U.S. Marine Amir Hekmati, and pastor Saeed Abedini were on the flight, but not Nosratollah Khosravi-Roodsari. But	Iran	said he had taken off, too. The discrepancy could not immediately be reconciled. "Those who wished to depart Iran have
15	212668	But Iran said he had taken off, too. The discrepancy could not immediately be reconciled. "Those who wished to depart	Iran	have left," according to a senior U.S. official, speaking on condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the matter
15	212738	family is finally over. Hekmati's family said "it is hard to put into words what our family feels right now."	Iran	celebrated the lifting of stiff economic penalties now that the Islamic Republic has met a critical benchmark as part of
15	212890	the moment. Things progressed significantly by a November meeting in Vienna on Syria's civil war, when, for the first time,	Iran	was included in the discussions. Kerry and Zarif met on the sidelines of the talks to discuss the prisoners. "We
15	213133	hard on the details of the swap. The U.S. was prepared to release individuals who violated nuclear-related sanctions on	Iran	, Kerry said. By Saturday night, those penalties were no longer in effect. "In the end, the president made the call
15	213368	that, Kerry said, but expressed hope. Kerry said he would remain at work on other Americans still being held in	Iran	. The exchange did not cover Siamak Namazi, an Iranian-American businessman who advocated better ties between Iran and the U.S
15	213385	being held in Iran. The exchange did not cover Siamak Namazi, an Iranian-American businessman who advocated better ties between	Iran	and the U.S. and who reportedly was arrested in October, or former FBI agent Robert Levinson, who disappeared in Iran
15	213405	Iran and the U.S. and who reportedly was arrested in October, or former FBI agent Robert Levinson, who disappeared in	Iran	in 2007 on an unauthorized CIA mission. Asked if Levinson was dead or alive, Kerry said, "We have no idea
15	224226	heads, in front of armed Iranians, then forced to apologize on camera. (And our secretary of state expressing appreciation to	Iran	after their subsequent release.) On the domestic side, Obama's agenda was fairly short, in keeping with his lame-duck status
15	224627	2011 and 2012 saying that he cares about posterity, Republicans only about power. The man who accused opponents of his	Iran	treaty of "making common cause" with Iranians "chanting death to America." The man who, after Paul Ryan proposed a courageous
15	243888	An Iranian analyst said the US was mainly seeking to free Jason Rezaian through its Saturday prisoners swap deal with	Iran	that also included freedom of three other US citizens in Iran and 7 Iranian inmates in the United States. Mehdi
15	243899	Jason Rezaian through its Saturday prisoners swap deal with Iran that also included freedom of three other US citizens in	Iran	and 7 Iranian inmates in the United States. Mehdi Mohammadi wrote on his Instagram page on Sunday that 4 US
15	244029	Iranian security forces for their timely reaction to threats, and said the prompt action of the Iranian intelligence forces provided	Iran	with a major chance "to force the enemy to make concessions". 4 Iranian-American nationals who were held for various
15	244052	major chance "to force the enemy to make concessions". 4 Iranian-American nationals who were held for various charges in	Iran	were freed under a prisoners swap deal on Saturday. A fifth inmate was also released separately. "Based on an approval
15	244129	prosecutor said. The four Iranian-Americans, Jason Rezaian, Amir Hekmat, Saeed Abedini and Nosratollah Khosrawi Roudsari who were jailed in	Iran	on various charges in recent years, have all been released. Some English and Persian websites have wrongly named Siamak Namazi
15	244181	in jail for his charges are financial, and not political. The freed prisoners are due to fly to Switzerland from	Iran	on a Swiss flight. Meantime, a US official said a fifth dual nationality prisoner would also be released by Iran
15	244201	Iran on a Swiss flight. Meantime, a US official said a fifth dual nationality prisoner would also be released by	Iran	separate from the swap deal. Later reports named this fifth prisoner as Mathew Trevithick. According to the swap deal, the
15	244366	that he had been imprisoned for his attempts to help the US Senate to advance its regime change plots in	Iran	. In late July 2014, Iran confirmed that four journalists, including Washington Post correspondent Jason Rezaian, had been arrested and were
15	244371	for his attempts to help the US Senate to advance its regime change plots in Iran. In late July 2014,	Iran	confirmed that four journalists, including Washington Post correspondent Jason Rezaian, had been arrested and were being held for questioning. Rezaian's
15	244432	but she and two others were released later. According to the Constitution, the Judiciary is independent from the government in	Iran	. Some reports earlier this year had spoken of a potential prisoner swap between Iran and US following the Vienna nuclear
15	244446	is independent from the government in Iran. Some reports earlier this year had spoken of a potential prisoner swap between	Iran	and US following the Vienna nuclear deal in July. source ... Independent Commentary on Environmental and Natural Resource News By Kurt
15	245339	Channels: Search About Salem-News.com Jan-17-2016 12:23 TweetFollow @OregonNews Saudi Arabia Retreat Cut Off Diplomatic Relations with	Iran	The Saudi regime tried to entitle the mass execution of its own nationals "normal and rightful" Saudi Arabia and Iran
15	245359	Iran The Saudi regime tried to entitle the mass execution of its own nationals "normal and rightful" Saudi Arabia and	Iran	, image courtesy: iranreview.org (SALEM, Ore.) - Only one day lapsed after a highly controversial execution, before Saudi Arabias claimed to cut
15	245384	Ore.) - Only one day lapsed after a highly controversial execution, before Saudi Arabias claimed to cut off political ties with	Iran	, Adel al-Jubeir, Saudi Foreign Minister at the UN Security Council said, "We are ready to restore relations, if Iran
15	245404	Iran, Adel al-Jubeir, Saudi Foreign Minister at the UN Security Council said, "We are ready to restore relations, if	Iran	stop interfering in the internal affairs of other countries." The statement was issue at a time, when Western powers also
15	245455	reproached the Saudi regime over this act over which the House of Saud chose to hastily cut diplomatic ties with	Iran	. The Saudi regime tried to entitle the mass execution of its own nationals "normal and rightful" and asked its allies
15	245482	the mass execution of its own nationals "normal and rightful" and asked its allies to cut their political relations with	Iran	. Yet practically, all of the countries not only condemned the sanguinary execution in Saudi Arabia, they also refused to confront
15	245503	Yet practically, all of the countries not only condemned the sanguinary execution in Saudi Arabia, they also refused to confront	Iran	diplomatically. Sudan, which is run by financial support of Saudi Arabia, and the small state of Djibouti cut their political
15	245526	which is run by financial support of Saudi Arabia, and the small state of Djibouti cut their political relations with	Iran	. Bahrain's government that Iran has already cut its political relationship with it last one year, can also be considered one
15	245530	financial support of Saudi Arabia, and the small state of Djibouti cut their political relations with Iran. Bahrain's government that	Iran	has already cut its political relationship with it last one year, can also be considered one of Saudi regimes allies
15	261237	further, but would require investments from China, currently seen by the shipping company as a major buyer for Iran's oil.	Iran	exported 2.5 million barrels per day before being targeted with sanctions in 2012, but would likely need investments to produce
15	261284	priority is to win back its market share and it has the capacity to increase its oil export," Zamania added.	Iran	could also add to the glut in the short term, if previous Bloomberg reports about Iranian oil tankers filled with
15	261353	in years, and in Yemen's case to a low not seen since 2004, according to Reuters. At the same time	Iran	saw its shares rise, as the country's disconnection from the SWIFT interbank message system was dropped, and Iran is expected
15	261371	same time Iran saw its shares rise, as the country's disconnection from the SWIFT interbank message system was dropped, and	Iran	is expected to be reconnected to the system by February. As many as 1,000 letters of credit, documents used to
15	261422	to be opened on the first day sanctions are lifted, according to Iran's IRNA news agency. "Investors shouldnt look at	Iran	to make a quick buck but rather invest with a long-term view to benefit from the best-performing market
15	261858	security forces arrested 15 Palestinians on suspicion of terrorism in West Bank in overnight raids. Commenting on Central Bank of	Iran	Governor Valiollah Seif's recent announcement that Iran would spend much of the $30 billion in freed funds on the import
15	261865	of terrorism in West Bank in overnight raids. Commenting on Central Bank of Iran Governor Valiollah Seif's recent announcement that	Iran	would spend much of the $30 billion in freed funds on the import of essential goods, Sitnikov, a columnist for
15	262000	to purchase advanced conventional weapons from abroad. However, Sitnikov added, "it's important to note that the JCPOA does not deprive	Iran	of its right to self-defense." WASHINGTON (Sputnik) The United States will continue imposing sanctions on Iran for its sanctionable
15	262017	does not deprive Iran of its right to self-defense." WASHINGTON (Sputnik) The United States will continue imposing sanctions on	Iran	for its sanctionable actions outside of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), US Treasury Secretary Jacob Lew said in
15	262681	of the Ukrainian settlement, he was optimistic about the prospects of the Minsk peace deal implementation. The implementation of the	Iran	Nuclear Deal represents a "dangerous moment" for America, and it is essential to make Iran meet the commitments it made
15	262696	implementation. The implementation of the Iran Nuclear Deal represents a "dangerous moment" for America, and it is essential to make	Iran	meet the commitments it made when it accepted the JCPOA (Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action), the American Israel Public Affairs
15	262735	Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) said Sunday. "This is a dangerous moment for America and our allies. We need to hold	Iran	to the commitments it made when it accepted the JCPOA," AIPAC, America's most influential pro-Israel lobbying organization, stated following
15	262760	made when it accepted the JCPOA," AIPAC, America's most influential pro-Israel lobbying organization, stated following the implementation of the	Iran	deal. The statement stressed that "Congress and the executive branch must also live up to their own commitments," which means
15	262810	JCPOA "with certain, swift and severe penalties." The organization also noted it is necessary to shut out the possibility of	Iran	building up "its ability to pursue regional dominance" as a "terrorist state". The UAE foreign minister upheld Abu Dhabi's "support
15	263085	compliance or outright incitement by the Polish government. The US Treasury Department lifted sanctions on third countries doing business with	Iran	, while maintaining sanctions outside the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA). "Switzerland has always supported the process to negotiate and
15	263133	confident that implementation of the nuclear agreement and the lifting of international sanctions will enable political and economic exchanges with	Iran	to be intensified," the Swiss Federal Council said. Switzerland maintains restrictions on arms trade with Iran, financial and travel restrictions
15	263149	and economic exchanges with Iran to be intensified," the Swiss Federal Council said. Switzerland maintains restrictions on arms trade with	Iran	, financial and travel restrictions for certain individuals and entities, as well as technical services for Iranian cargo aircraft, the council
15	263171	and travel restrictions for certain individuals and entities, as well as technical services for Iranian cargo aircraft, the council specified.	Iran	is expected to unlock up to $100 billion in frozen assets after the historic milestone was reached this weekend. TEHRAN
15	263238	told Sputnik on Sunday. "Tkachev will arrive in Tehran on Tuesday for a meeting with the Minister of Agriculture of	Iran	. The Russian Minister of Agriculture will be accompanied by a delegation that will hold several meetings with Iranian counterparts," the
15	263319	summer as a diplomatic victory for the Islamic republic. "Today is the day of the victory of the people of	Iran	on the political arena," Rouhani said in an address televised on state television. "As of today, it is clear that
15	270053	Special Administrative Region of China Hrvatska (Croatia) Hungary, Hungarian People's Republic Iceland, Republic of India, Republic of Indonesia, Republic of	Iran	, Islamic Republic of Iraq, Republic of Ireland Israel, State of Italy, Italian Republic Japan Jordan, Hashemite Kingdom of Kazakhstan, Republic
15	277599	Shiites did live in peace, for the most part, until recently. In the 1960s and 70s, the only Shiite power,	Iran	, was ruled by the shah, whose regime was neither religious nor sectarian. In fact, when the shah was overthrown, the
15	277651	largest Sunni power, something unimaginable in todays sectarian atmosphere. The pivotal shift took place in 1979. The Islamic Revolution in	Iran	brought to power an aggressively religious ruling class, determined to export its ideas and support Shiites in the region. That
15	277743	time of its founding, Saudi Arabia demolished Shiite mosques and shrines and spread its view that Shiites are heretics. As	Iran	has expanded its influence in Lebanon, Iraq and Syria, Saudi Arabia has responded by adopting an even more sectarian edge
15	277797	include and empower the countrys Shiite minority. Today Saudi Shiites are viewed with suspicion, seen by some as agents of	Iran	. In Yemen, a civil war has become a sectarian one. In a report for the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
15	278003	to sustain. The regime needs greater legitimacy. Add up last weekends execution of a prominent Shiite cleric, the break with	Iran	, the war in Yemen and Saudi policy toward Syria, and you see a more assertive, aggressive and sectarian foreign policy
15	278080	oil fields. Neighboring Bahrain and Yemen are now filled with resentful Shiites, who see Saudi Arabia as repressing them. And	Iran	will surely react to Saudi actions over time. In general, the United States should support Saudi Arabia in resisting Irans
15	287217	or convicted for sanctions violations have been released, their lawyers told Reuters on Sunday, as part of a deal between	Iran	and the US that also won the release of four Americans imprisoned in Iran. Earlier, a Swiss plane carrying four
15	287231	as part of a deal between Iran and the US that also won the release of four Americans imprisoned in	Iran	. Earlier, a Swiss plane carrying four American prisoners and some family members left Tehran as part of the prisoner swap
15	287424	was already out on bail. Arash Ghahreman, convicted in 2015 of trying to export US-built marine navigation equipment to	Iran	, was also released, his attorney Ellis Johnston said on Sunday. A lawyer for Ali Saboonchi, convicted in 2014 for export
15	288667	restore stability to the global oil market but he remained optimistic about the future. Al-Naimi's comments came even as	Iran	said it was ready to increase its crude oil exports by 500,000 barrels a day, hours after international sanctions on
15	288819	plunged to $28.94 a barrel on Friday, for the first time in 12 years, on prospect of additional Iranian barrels.	Iran	emerged from years of economic isolation on Saturday when world powers lifted sanctions after confirming that Tehran had curbed its
15	288853	after confirming that Tehran had curbed its nuclear programme. "With consideration to global market conditions and the surplus that exists,	Iran	is ready to raise its crude oil exports by 500,000 barrels a day," Irran's Deputy Oil Minister Amir Hossein Zamaninia
15	304628	of State John Kerry talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif after the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) verified that	Iran	has met all conditions under the nuclear deal in Vienna on Jan 16. KEVIN LAMARQUE / REUTERS A lot happened over
15	304652	conditions under the nuclear deal in Vienna on Jan 16. KEVIN LAMARQUE / REUTERS A lot happened over the weekend regarding	Iran	. On Jan 16, the US and European nations lifted the economic sanctions imposed on Irans nuclear program in return for
15	304709	1, namely the US, China, Russia, Britain, France and Germany. At the same time, in an issue not directly related,	Iran	released five US prisoners while the US dropped its cases against seven Iranians, six of whom are dual Iran-US
15	304728	related, Iran released five US prisoners while the US dropped its cases against seven Iranians, six of whom are dual	Iran	-US citizens, charged or imprisoned for violating nuclear sanctions. The US also dropped its pursuit against 14 Iranians outside the
15	304791	on Sunday. He also admitted a prolonged misstep in US foreign policy by saying that for decades, our differences with	Iran	meant that our governments almost never spoke to each other. Ultimately, that did not advance Americas interests. Chinese Foreign Minister
15	304903	According to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) reached last July, all of the nuclear-related sanctions imposed on	Iran	will be removed if the country is proved to have abided by the deal over the next 10 years step
15	304962	on the principles of equality, fairness and balance, according to the Xinhua report. While all the P5+1 nations and	Iran	should take credit for the progress, Obama is also right for the steps taken by his administration, despite vehement criticism
15	305057	be prosecuted. Obama, however, did not talk on Sunday about the prospects of restoring diplomatic relations between the US and	Iran	, after they were severed in 1980 following the hostage crisis in Teheran. It was a mistake similar to the one
15	305360	affairs. Chinese President Xi Jinping will pay a five-day visit from Jan 19-23 to Saudi Arabia, Egypt and	Iran	. For ordinary Chinese, people in that region have long been our friends, and actually they kind of feel the same
15	333861	loving parent. The Charlie Hebdo drawing has triggered sharp criticism on social networks while Aylans relatives in Canada expressed disgust.	Iran	emerged from years of economic isolation on Saturday when world powers lifted crippling sanctions against the Islamic Republic in return
15	333967	that has shaped the Middle East since Irans Islamic Revolution of 1979. The U.N. nuclear watchdog ruled on Saturday that	Iran	had abided by an agreement last year with six world powers to curtail its nuclear programme, triggering the end of
15	333989	abided by an agreement last year with six world powers to curtail its nuclear programme, triggering the end of sanctions.	Iran	has carried out all measures required under the (July deal) to enable Implementation Day (of the deal) to occur, the
15	334034	Energy Agency said in a statement. Within minutes, the United States formally lifted banking, steel, shipping and other sanctions on	Iran	, a major oil producer which has been virtually shut out of international markets for the past five years. The European
15	334139	sign of friendliness, and leaving behind the enmities, suspicions and plots, have opened a new chapter in the relations of	Iran	with the world, the official IRNA news agency quoted him as saying. Iran took a huge step toward ending its
15	334152	a new chapter in the relations of Iran with the world, the official IRNA news agency quoted him as saying.	Iran	took a huge step toward ending its international isolation on Saturday after the United Nations atomic watchdog confirmed Iran was
15	334171	saying. Iran took a huge step toward ending its international isolation on Saturday after the United Nations atomic watchdog confirmed	Iran	was carrying out measures agreed under the deal. The implementation of the JCPOA is not a loss for any country
15	334222	the official name for Tehrans nuclear agreement with the United States, Britain, China, France, Germany, and Russia. The friends of	Iran	are happy and its competitors need not worry, we are not a threat to any government or nation, Rouhani said
15	334262	said. We are a messenger of peace, stability and security in the region and the world. However, Americas thaw with	Iran	is viewed with deep suspicion by US Republicans as well as allies of Washington in the Middle East, including Israel
15	334319	statement from the office of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday night. Even after the signing of the nuclear agreement,	Iran	has not abandoned its aspirations to acquire nuclear weapons, and continues to act to destabilise the Middle East and spread
15	340343	version of soft and smart power. In a sudden, though well-choreographed and much-expected dramatic succession of news releases,	Iran	has emerged from years of economic isolation when the heavy shadow of crippling economic sanctions were lifted in exchange for
15	340371	when the heavy shadow of crippling economic sanctions were lifted in exchange for a drastic curb in its nuclear programme.	Iran	has carried out all measures required under the [July deal], according to reports, to enable Implementation Day [of the deal
15	340433	these crippling economic sanctions. In a no less dramatic announcement, deliberately designed to coincide with the lifting of these sanctions,	Iran	was also reported to have released five US citizens, including the much-publicised case of Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian
15	340490	the recent swift release of US sailors caught off the Iranian coast declare a seismic change in the emergence of	Iran	from its global isolation almost intact as a regional power. Lucrative contracts The release of billions of dollars of frozen
15	340525	of billions of dollars of frozen Iranian assets will open a floodgate of European and international conglomerates to rush to	Iran	for lucrative contracts. At a time when a dramatic drop in the price of crude oil has plunged all oil
15	340580	these funds amounts to a bonanza for Iranian economy as if the world had created a safe deposit account for	Iran	to give it back in its time of need. ALSO READ: Iran sanctions explained: What so far and what is
15	340592	world had created a safe deposit account for Iran to give it back in its time of need. ALSO READ:	Iran	sanctions explained: What so far and what is next? What would be the implication of the dawn of this new
15	340613	sanctions explained: What so far and what is next? What would be the implication of the dawn of this new	Iran	in its internal and external affairs? Internally, the ruling regime in Iran faces a robust, young, energetic, ambitious and restless
15	340625	the implication of the dawn of this new Iran in its internal and external affairs? Internally, the ruling regime in	Iran	faces a robust, young, energetic, ambitious and restless civil society that will miss not a single ... opportunity to assert its
15	340659	not a single ... opportunity to assert its rightful place among nations. by The working of two parallel paradoxes will boost	Iran	both as a nation and as a state to achieve towering significance in its region. Internally, the ruling regime in
15	340680	both as a nation and as a state to achieve towering significance in its region. Internally, the ruling regime in	Iran	faces a robust, young, energetic, ambitious and restless civil society that will miss not a single social, cultural, economic, or
15	340766	the Iranian civil society even more robust and rambunctious. Almost 80 million strong, with official policy to boost the population,	Iran	as a nation will continue to test the survival instincts of the state that lays a claim to it. What
15	340799	state that lays a claim to it. What its democratic weakling neighbours dont understand is that the ruling regime in	Iran	is strong not despite its restless population, but precisely because of it. Iranians resist tyranny not by blowing up buildings
15	340968	Israel to Saudi Arabia are a match for the Iranian version of soft and smart power. The military budget of	Iran	is nowhere near the military budget of any of its regional adversaries. But they have never and will never choose
15	341180	of these countries will bear the consequences of their bloody involvements in Syria slightly differently. The dawn of a new	Iran	will never be fully materialised unless and until the democratic will and emancipatory politics of Iranians and Arabs, Sunnis and
15	341904	pro-Western governments, and in 1987 when the US Navy deployed to the Gulf to reflag Kuwaiti ships during the	Iran	-Iraq War. Operation Desert Storm represented the first time the US had sought to change the status quo on the
15	342756	Taiz for the first time in five months. Taiz has become a flashpoint in the ongoing Yemeni war between the	Iran	-allied Houthi fighters, who control the capital Sanaa, and forces loyal to President Abd-Rabbu Mansour Hadi. Hadi loyalists control
15	348617	Iranian fiscal year, which begins in March, Rouhani told parliament the deal was a turning point for the economy of	Iran	, a major oil producer that has been virtually shut out of international markets for the past five years. The nuclear
15	348734	interact with the banks of the world for financial and monetary purposes, he said. OPINION: The dawn of a new	Iran	Tens of billions of dollars worth of Iranian assets will now be unfrozen and global companies that have been barred
15	348843	responded with scepticism to the announcement, saying the world should not be blinded by Irans efforts to halt nuclear activity.	Iran	continues to aspire towards nuclear weapons the international community mustnt be blinded, Israels ambassador to the UN, Danny Danon, said
15	348878	to the UN, Danny Danon, said in a statement. The lifting of sanctions oils the wheels of the terror machine	Iran	operates throughout the world, and Israel will continue to closely monitor all of Irans actions, regarding its nuclear activity and
15	348908	closely monitor all of Irans actions, regarding its nuclear activity and its terror activity, Danon said. ANALYSIS: The oil price,	Iran	and Saudis economy Rouhani told parliament only extremists were unhappy with the nuclear agreement. In [implementing] the deal, all are
15	349085	diplomacy, we can solve the most difficult issues and find practical solutions that are effectively implemented, they said. READ MORE:	Iran	frees Washington Post reporter in US swap deal With the sanctions now removed, Iran is ready to increase its crude
15	349099	effectively implemented, they said. READ MORE: Iran frees Washington Post reporter in US swap deal With the sanctions now removed,	Iran	is ready to increase its crude oil exports by 500,000 barrels a day, Deputy Oil Minister Amir Hossein Zamaninia was
15	349166	global rout in oil prices, which fell below $30 a barrel last week for the first time in 12 years.	Iran	is the worlds fourth largest oil producer. Meanwhile it was also announced that four Americans including Washington Post reporter Jason
15	349215	a prisoner swap. It was unclear on Sunday if Rezaian, who was convicted of spying, or the others had left	Iran	. Activists say children among more than 40 killed in ISIL stronghold, a day after reports of massacre in Deir Az
15	350819	act of war against the United States. If the boats strayed into Iranian waters due to navigational or mechanical problems,	Iran	was obliged under international law to render them assistance. "Accidents in international air or sea traffic, even those involving military
15	351227	Vice President Joe Biden then lied to the American public by saying that the United States did not apologize to	Iran	: "Iran neither sought nor received an apology when 10 U.S. Navy sailors were taken into custody by the Islamic republic
15	351228	President Joe Biden then lied to the American public by saying that the United States did not apologize to Iran: "	Iran	neither sought nor received an apology when 10 U.S. Navy sailors were taken into custody by the Islamic republic after
15	351253	an apology when 10 U.S. Navy sailors were taken into custody by the Islamic republic after drifting into Iranian waters."	Iran	published simultaneously an apology extorted from the boats' commander: "It was a mistake. That was our fault and we apologize
15	351430	and distributing humiliating photographs of the Iranian sailors? Don't Give the Bully Your Lunch Money The bottom line is that	Iran	demanded the United States' lunch money to see what the United States would do about it, and the United States
15	351531	army of sheep led by one lion more than he feared an army of lions led by a sheep, and	Iran	knows the United States to be led by a sheep. Its piracy of U.S. Navy vessels and its humiliation of
15	357475	other working in DC at a foundation, the following. When I pressed them on the Fars News Service statement from	Iran	that the 10 captured on the two US vessels were all Marines, they countered: No, they are part of a
15	357850	have taken over an hour one way, and fall into the 12 mile limit of the Farsi Islands claimed by	Iran	? In short, they didnt. Fifth Fleet knew exactly where they were at all times, just as it knows exactly where
15	358677	elsewhere around the world, creeping Sharia, daily acts of dhimmitude, the evil truth that is yet to be unearthed regarding	Iran	and our sailors, Guantanamo detainees whove been released, the Muslim Brotherhood advance, refugee resettlement (hijra), or attacks and threats we
15	359385	enforced in the U.S. Constitution to stop his actions. Obama funds Americas enemies with our money. Obamas lifted sanctions off	Iran	with promises that a peace treaty will be made but does nothing to inspect Iran as they continue to make
15	359400	money. Obamas lifted sanctions off Iran with promises that a peace treaty will be made but does nothing to inspect	Iran	as they continue to make nuclear weapons. Does Obama already know Irans actions and is helping Iran? God says Israel
15	359417	nothing to inspect Iran as they continue to make nuclear weapons. Does Obama already know Irans actions and is helping	Iran	? God says Israel must be attacked by Iran to start a war between all nations before the Antichrist can rise
15	359425	make nuclear weapons. Does Obama already know Irans actions and is helping Iran? God says Israel must be attacked by	Iran	to start a war between all nations before the Antichrist can rise to create a peace treaty between these nations
15	366840	taking place but "there is no major issue being fought over," AP reported. The comments come as top diplomats from	Iran	, the United States and the European Union are in Vienna, Austria, ahead of the implementation of the historic nuclear agreement
15	366957	will come into effect immediately after the IAEA publishes its report on Saturday. The implementation of the nuclear agreement with	Iran	will end international sanctions against the country over restrictions on its nuclear activities. Iran-US Swap Meanwhile, reports say the
15	366971	implementation of the nuclear agreement with Iran will end international sanctions against the country over restrictions on its nuclear activities.	Iran	-US Swap Meanwhile, reports say the two countries freed a number of citizens as part of a prisoner exchange agreement
15	367606	are in Vienna waiting for Zarif and Federica Mogherini to read a joint statement announcing the implementation of the JCPOA.	Iran	and the P 5+1 group of countries in July 2015 agreed a landmark nuclear deal to curb Tehrans sensitive
15	367767	statement EU has confirmed that legal framework providing for lifting of its nuclear-related economic and financial sanctions is effective.	Iran	and the P5+1 group of countries in July 2015 agreed a landmark nuclear deal to curb Tehrans sensitive nuclear
15	367813	lifting of international sanctions on the Islamic Republic. On the "implementation day" the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) verified that	Iran	has met all terms and commitments under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA aka nuclear deal). Now by the
15	367902	has been deprived from access to the SWIFT, which has had a catastrophic impact on Irans economy. Another advantage for	Iran	will be access to more than $100bn in assets frozen overseas. --- Follow us on Twitter @AzerNewsAz 17 January 2016 13
15	368057	strict ban in the country. Although Iranian officials have blocked the website; users accessed YouTube through various internet providers in	Iran	on Jan. 16 night, Mehr news agency reported on Jan. 17. A group of Iranian social media users have speculated
15	368106	in connection with the removal of international sanctions on the Islamic Republic over its nuclear program. Over the past years	Iran	has banned several social media networks such as Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. However some Iranian users managed to log into
15	368230	a press conference to address the Implementation Day of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA). With the nuclear deal,	Iran	has proven to be in possession of a greater power, which is that of diplomacy, he said, Trend correspondent reported
15	368261	which is that of diplomacy, he said, Trend correspondent reported January 17. The president noted that with the nuclear deal,	Iran	has become free from the pressure from 6 resolutions by UN Security Council and 12 by the International Atomic Energy
15	368339	underlining the opening of over one thousand LCs on the first day after the implementation. --- Follow us on Twitter @AzerNewsAz	Iran	will release four detained Americans in exchange for seven Iranians held or charged in the United States, U.S. and Iranian
15	368383	in a major diplomatic breakthrough announced as implementation of a landmark nuclear deal appeared imminent. A fifth American detained in	Iran	, a student, was released in a move unrelated to the swap, U.S. officials said. Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian, former
15	368428	pastor Saeed Abedini and Nosratollah Khosravi-Roodsari, whose name had not been previously made public, were to be flown from	Iran	to Switzerland aboard a Swiss aircraft and then transported to a U.S. military hospital in Landstuhl, Germany, for medical treatment
15	368568	were awaiting trial; the last one made a plea agreement. It's unclear if these individuals will leave the U.S. for	Iran	. They are free to stay in the United States. In addition, the U.S. will drop Interpol "red notices" - essentially arrest
15	368617	the officials said. The announcement of the exchange came as the International Atomic Energy Agency was close to certifying that	Iran	had met all commitments under the nuclear deal with six world powers. U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry was meeting
15	368680	certification could come Saturday. The release of the prisoners and the nuclear deal developments cap a week of intense U.S.-	Iran	diplomacy that took an unexpected turn on Tuesday with the detention by Iran of 10 U.S. Navy sailors and their
15	368693	developments cap a week of intense U.S.-Iran diplomacy that took an unexpected turn on Tuesday with the detention by	Iran	of 10 U.S. Navy sailors and their two boats in the Persian Gulf. The sailors were released in less than
15	368760	Through a diplomatic channel that was established with the focus of getting our detained U.S. citizens home, we can confirm	Iran	has released from imprisonment four Americans detained in Iran," one of the U.S. officials said. Frederick J. Ryan, Jr., publisher
15	368769	focus of getting our detained U.S. citizens home, we can confirm Iran has released from imprisonment four Americans detained in	Iran	," one of the U.S. officials said. Frederick J. Ryan, Jr., publisher of The Washington Post, said in a statement, "We
15	368818	Jason Rezaian has been released from Evin Prison. Once we receive more details and can confirm Jason has safely left	Iran	, we will have more to share." Hekmati's lawyer, Mahmoud Alizadeh Tabatabaei, said Hekmati called him earlier Saturday from prison. "He
15	368923	we are hoping and praying for Amir's long-awaited return." The negotiations over the American detainees grew out of the	Iran	nuclear talks. In discussions in Europe and elsewhere, Kerry and nuclear negotiator Wendy Sherman were able to establish a separate
15	369161	convicted in closed proceedings last year after being charged with espionage and related allegations. The Post, for which he covered	Iran	, and the U.S. government have denied the accusations, as has Rezaian. Hekmati, of Flint, Michigan, was detained in August 2011
15	369188	the accusations, as has Rezaian. Hekmati, of Flint, Michigan, was detained in August 2011 on espionage charges. Hekmati went to	Iran	to visit family and spend time with his ailing grandmother. Abedini of Boise, Idaho, was detained for compromising national security
15	369232	Christian proselytizing, in September 2012. He was sentenced in 2013 to 8 years in prison. Robert Levinson, who disappeared in	Iran	in 2007 while working for the CIA on an unapproved intelligence mission, wasn't part of the deal. American officials are
15	369281	still alive. The Iranians have always denied knowing his location. Levinson's case was aggressively pursued, the officials said, adding that	Iran	has committed to continue cooperating in trying to determine Levinson's whereabouts. "We are happy for the other families. But once
15	369335	statement. "We are devastated." The exchange also didn't cover Siamak Namazi, an Iranian-American businessman who advocated better ties between	Iran	and the U.S. He was reportedly arrested in October. According to the official IRNA news agency, the seven freed Iranians
15	369397	details. The Obama administration has said the Americans came up in every conversation with the Iranians. --- Dareini reported from Tehran,	Iran	. Associated Press writers Matthew Lee and Donna Cassata in Washington, Adam Schreck in Dubai and George Jahn in Vienna contributed
15	373459	law, I would support the use of drone strikes." Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond has welcomed the lifting of sanctions on	Iran	over its nuclear programme Britain has welcomed the lifting of sanctions on Iran after the international nuclear watchdog said the
15	373472	has welcomed the lifting of sanctions on Iran over its nuclear programme Britain has welcomed the lifting of sanctions on	Iran	after the international nuclear watchdog said the Tehran government had met all its obligations under a deal with six world
15	373519	IAEA) in Vienna confirmed that the conditions set under the agreement last July had been fulfilled, paving the way for	Iran	to resume oil exports while recouping around 100 billion dollars in frozen assets. Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond said the findings
15	373550	in frozen assets. Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond said the findings of the IAEA inspectors had confounded sceptics who said that	Iran	would never give up on its nuclear programme. He urged British firms to take advantage of the new opportunities that
15	373574	up on its nuclear programme. He urged British firms to take advantage of the new opportunities that would open as	Iran	was brought in from the cold. "The nuclear deal with Iran, in which Britain played a major role, makes the
15	373585	advantage of the new opportunities that would open as Iran was brought in from the cold. "The nuclear deal with	Iran	, in which Britain played a major role, makes the Middle East and the wider world a safer place. Years of
15	373631	difficult technical work, have borne fruit as we now implement the deal," he said. "There were many sceptics who said	Iran	would never deliver on its side of the bargain, but the independent International Atomic Energy Agency has said they have
15	373660	bargain, but the independent International Atomic Energy Agency has said they have. " Tonnes of uranium have been shipped out of	Iran	, thousands of centrifuges have been taken out of use and the core has been removed from the Arak reactor. Iran's
15	373727	central role, and I hope British businesses seize the opportunities available to them through the phased lifting of sanctions on	Iran	. The future is as important as the landmark we've reached today." Officers have appealed for help to trace the missing
15	376709	that Pius used behind-the-scenes diplomacy in a bid to save Jewish lives. Francis made no mention of Pius.	Iran	had denied any work or interest in nuclear arms even after the International Atomic Energy Agency established that Tehran had
15	376819	Rouhani took office as president in 2013. For years, Washington had refused to even sit at the same table with	Iran	, joining the nuclear talks only in 2008, five years after the first international attempts to negotiate a deal. By the
15	376958	punctuated by threats from both sides to walk away from the table. Both sides took hits amid the diplomatic manoeuvring -	Iran	from hardliners accusing their foreign minister Mohammad Javad Zarif of selling out his country's interests and the White House from
15	377017	making capacities intact. All-out lobbying by Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu against the agreement was also unsuccessful. Warning that	Iran	has not given up its nuclear ambitions, his office urged world powers on Saturday to respond harshly to any violations
15	377042	its nuclear ambitions, his office urged world powers on Saturday to respond harshly to any violations of the deal by	Iran	. Without that, "Iran will think it can continue to develop a nuclear weapon, destabilise the region and spread terror", the
15	377045	his office urged world powers on Saturday to respond harshly to any violations of the deal by Iran. Without that, "	Iran	will think it can continue to develop a nuclear weapon, destabilise the region and spread terror", the statement said. US
15	377072	develop a nuclear weapon, destabilise the region and spread terror", the statement said. US secretary of state John Kerry confirms	Iran	has complied with the deal and lifts America's nuclear-related sanctions (AP) Iranian president Hassan Rouhani has said a landmark
15	377109	has said a landmark nuclear deal has satisfied all parties - except extremists. In a further sign of the thaw between	Iran	and the US, a plane carrying three Americans released by Tehran landed in Geneva. Swiss foreign ministry spokesman Jean-Marc
15	377268	still taking place. Mr Rouhani also said the deal was a triumph for all negotiating parties and all factions inside	Iran	. "Nobody has been defeated in the deal, neither inside the country nor the countries that were negotiating with us," he
15	377317	France, Russia, China and Germany. Meanwhile, Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu pledged that Israel would remain vigilant to ensure that	Iran	was not violating its commitments. Mr Netanyahu maintained his strong opposition to the deal, telling his weekly Cabinet meeting: "The
15	377347	strong opposition to the deal, telling his weekly Cabinet meeting: "The Israel policy remains as it was - not to allow	Iran	to acquire a nuclear weapon." Mr Netanyahu drew the ire of the Obama administration last year by speaking in front
15	377403	his contention that the deal will strengthen and embolden Tehran, leading to greater regional instability. "What is clear is that	Iran	will now have more resources to dedicate to their terrorism and aggression in the region and in the world, and
15	377437	the region and in the world, and Israel is prepared to deal with any threat," he said. Mr Rouhani said	Iran	should use the expected influx of money and investments following the end of sanctions to spark the "economic mutation" of
15	377470	of sanctions to spark the "economic mutation" of the country, creating jobs and enhancing quality-of-life for Iranian citizens.	Iran	has been suffering double-digit inflation and unemployment rates for years. He also said Iran now needs political tranquillity to
15	377485	of-life for Iranian citizens. Iran has been suffering double-digit inflation and unemployment rates for years. He also said	Iran	now needs political tranquillity to best benefit from the new economic reality. "All should prevent any domestic and foreign trivialities
15	377588	set the total amount of frozen Iranian assets overseas at 100 billion dollars (70 billion). A European oil embargo on	Iran	will also end. Already, some 38 million barrels of oil are in Iran's floating reserves, ready to enter the market
15	377618	oil are in Iran's floating reserves, ready to enter the market, according to the International Energy Agency. Although many in	Iran	welcomed the deal, not everyone was enthused about the agreement, which limits Iran's nuclear programme in exchange for the lifting
15	377658	lifting of sanctions. T he deal is designed with so-called "snap-back" elements that can quickly restore sanctions if	Iran	is judged to be in violation of its obligations. Tehran newspapers largely welcomed the implementation of the deal. Even the
15	377706	said that for the west, "it is the time of implementation of promises". John Kerry ordered nuclear-related sanctions against	Iran	to be lifted Iran has met its obligations to the UN atomic watchdog and nuclear-related US economic sanctions will
15	377710	west, "it is the time of implementation of promises". John Kerry ordered nuclear-related sanctions against Iran to be lifted	Iran	has met its obligations to the UN atomic watchdog and nuclear-related US economic sanctions will be lifted, US secretary
15	377780	to Mr Kerry to make the determination. Mr Kerry's statement followed a finding by the International Atomic Energy Agency that	Iran	has complied with the deal to curb its nuclear programme in exchange for sanctions relief. A brave Bangor woman has
15	382541	official said. "We can confirm that our detained US citizens have been released and that those who wished to depart	Iran	have left," a senior US administration official said. Jason Rezaian, an Iranian-American correspondent and former prisoner, shown in 2013
15	382565	senior US administration official said. Jason Rezaian, an Iranian-American correspondent and former prisoner, shown in 2013, has now left	Iran	. Credit:AP Several Iranian-Americans held in US prisons after being charged or convicted for sanctions violations have also been released
15	382761	Iranian fiscal year, which begins in March, Rouhani told parliament the deal was a "turning point" for the economy of	Iran	, a major oil producer which has been virtually shut out of international markets for the past five years. He later
15	382887	for everything from automobiles to airplane parts. After the prisoners were freed, it was announced that the United States and	Iran	settled a longstanding claim, releasing to Tehran $US400 million ($AUD583 million) in funds frozen since 1981 plus $US1.3 billion ($AUD1.9
15	382926	billion ($AUD1.9 billion) in interest, the State Department said. The funds were part of a trust fund once used by	Iran	to purchase military equipment from the United States, which was tied up for decades in litigation at the Iran-US
15	382945	by Iran to purchase military equipment from the United States, which was tied up for decades in litigation at the	Iran	-US Claims Tribunal in The Hague. Crowning achievement for Rouhani In Tehran, ordinary Iranians were cautious about what the future
15	382998	wartime austerity for so long that they have no clear expectations about what the future might hold. America's thaw with	Iran	is viewed with deep suspicion by US Republicans as well as allies of Washington in the Middle East, including Israel
15	383089	from the office of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday night, which said that even after signing the nuclear deal	Iran	had not yet "abandoned its aspirations to acquire nuclear weapons". Rouhani took a swipe at Iran's critics. "Everybody is happy
15	383142	Islamic nation, and the hardliners in the US congress," he said. The International Atomic Energy Agency ruled on Saturday that	Iran	had fulfilled last year's agreement with six world powers to curtail its nuclear programme, triggering the end of sanctions. IAEA
15	383184	Yukiya Amano will travel to Tehran on Sunday to meet Rouhani and the head of the Atomic Energy Organisation of	Iran	, the IAEA said on Saturday. Minutes after the IAEA's ruling, the United States formally lifted banking, steel, shipping and other
15	383207	said on Saturday. Minutes after the IAEA's ruling, the United States formally lifted banking, steel, shipping and other sanctions on	Iran	. The EU likewise ended all nuclear-related economic and financial sanctions against the country. Most UN sanctions also automatically ended
15	383243	UN sanctions also automatically ended. Money and Prestige The end of sanctions means more money and prestige for Shi'ite Muslim	Iran	as it becomes deeply embroiled in the sectarian conflicts of the Middle East, notably in the Syrian civil war where
15	383322	watch to ensure that the deal was strictly respected. Japan said it planned to lift most of its sanctions against	Iran	, including a halt to fresh investments in Iranian oil and gas projects, "within a few days". The European Commission said
15	383358	days". The European Commission said it would undertake a first "technical assessment mission" in February to explore energy ties with	Iran	. The EU executive is particularly keen to develop Iranian supplies as an alternative to Russia, whose powerful role as supplier
15	386133	and one died a month after her last contact with the unit. The first glimpse of a secretly negotiated US-	Iran	prisoner exchange came on Saturday in a flurry of early morning electronic filings in federal courts from New York to
15	386235	had all been released and would soon be on their way home. Freed: Former US marine Amir Hekmati, accused by	Iran	of spying for the CIA, sits in Tehran's revolutionary court, in 2011. Credit:IRIB/AP The prisoner swap was choreographed to
15	386276	coincide with a high-level diplomatic gathering in Vienna that sealed the end of a decade of international sanctions on	Iran	in return for meeting its commitment to curb its nuclear program. The deal, a major step toward overcoming acrimony standing
15	392295	slowdown in the country's economy and a plunge in stocks. The emergence ... Less than 24 hours after lifting sanctions against	Iran	for its nuclear program, the Obama administration announced Sunday that it was imposing new sanctions on Iran for violating United
15	392312	lifting sanctions against Iran for its nuclear program, the Obama administration announced Sunday that it was imposing new sanctions on	Iran	for violating United Nations resolutions against ballistic missile tests. The announcement, which was prepared several weeks ago but delayed by
15	392361	Swiss plane carrying Americans freed by the Iranian authorities departed Tehran. The release of the Americans came a day after	Iran	and the United States concluded delicate negotiations on a prisoner exchange tied indirectly to the completion of a nuclear agreement
15	392390	a prisoner exchange tied indirectly to the completion of a nuclear agreement. President Obama on Sunday hailed the agreements with	Iran	as the beginning of what he hopes will be a new era of constructive relations between two nations, which have
15	392471	both for our peoples and the wider world," said Obama, who has staked his political credibility on the opening with	Iran	. "That's the opportunity before the Iranian people. We need to take advantage of that." But Obama vowed to continue monitoring
15	392512	Iran's nuclear program to ensure it does not cheat and said he would work to restrain any aggressive behavior by	Iran	, including terrorist activity and human rights abuses. He also noted the new sanctions on those involved with Iran's recent ballistic
15	392591	on behalf of Iran's ballistic missile program" and "five Iranian individuals who have worked to procure ballistic missile components for	Iran	." THE IRAN DEAL Can Iran keep enriching uranium? Yes. It can produce a small stock of uranium enriched at low
15	392593	of Iran's ballistic missile program" and "five Iranian individuals who have worked to procure ballistic missile components for Iran." THE	IRAN	DEAL Can Iran keep enriching uranium? Yes. It can produce a small stock of uranium enriched at low levels not
15	392596	missile program" and "five Iranian individuals who have worked to procure ballistic missile components for Iran." THE IRAN DEAL Can	Iran	keep enriching uranium? Yes. It can produce a small stock of uranium enriched at low levels not suitable for a
15	392627	of uranium enriched at low levels not suitable for a bomb without further processing. This limit lasts 15 years. Can	Iran	still make a bomb? If it abides by the deal, no, for at least a decade. It would not have
15	392714	inspectors first need to present evidence. When will sanctions lift? Major oil and financial sanctions could lift this year if	Iran	complies with the principal requirements in the deal. How can the US be sure Iran won't cheat? It cant. Iran
15	392729	could lift this year if Iran complies with the principal requirements in the deal. How can the US be sure	Iran	won't cheat? It cant. Iran agreed to provide inspectors more access to its nuclear program and allow investigation of suspicious
15	392734	Iran complies with the principal requirements in the deal. How can the US be sure Iran won't cheat? It cant.	Iran	agreed to provide inspectors more access to its nuclear program and allow investigation of suspicious sites, but there are no
15	392811	also announced that, in addition to the completion of the nuclear deal and the prisoner swap, the United States and	Iran	had resolved a three-decade-old financial dispute. The United States will return Iranian money held since the hostage crisis
15	392841	United States will return Iranian money held since the hostage crisis of 1979-81 with interest - but far less than	Iran	had been seeking, Obama said. Administration officials had denied that the missile sanctions were being delayed for political reasons. Relatives
15	392963	senior United States official said that "our detained US citizens have been released and that those who wished to depart	Iran	have left." The Washington Post also released a statement confirming that Rezaian, a reporter for the newspaper, and his wife
15	392988	Post also released a statement confirming that Rezaian, a reporter for the newspaper, and his wife, Yeganeh Salehi, had left	Iran	. 2016 The New York Times News Service For the Pune-based two-wheeler major Bajaj Auto, Pulsar is proving to
15	396858	of the main airbase near the Iraqi borders. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned that he would not allow	Iran	to acquire nuclear weapons, after sanctions were lifted under Tehran's historic nuclear deal with global powers. Netanyahu strongly opposed the
15	396885	were lifted under Tehran's historic nuclear deal with global powers. Netanyahu strongly opposed the nuclear deal with Israel's arch foe	Iran	and argued that it would not prevent Tehran from obtaining nuclear weapons,reported the Dawn. He added that the lifting
15	396910	would not prevent Tehran from obtaining nuclear weapons,reported the Dawn. He added that the lifting of sanctions will allow	Iran	to further back proxy militants in the region, including Israeli enemies Hezbollah. Netanyahu said Israel will continue to monitor Iran's
15	399882	State unit President of the Party twice in the United Andhra Pradesh. powers have lifted the economic sanctions imposed against	Iran	over its nuclear programme following the implementation of the atomic deal by Tehran in July last year. As reported by
15	399915	Tehran in July last year. As reported by TASS, the European Union has lifted all economic and financial sanctions against	Iran	related to the nuclear program. This decision was made in connection with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) confirming that
15	399936	related to the nuclear program. This decision was made in connection with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) confirming that	Iran	is fulfilling its obligations under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCOA). U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry also confirmed
15	399994	Plan of Action (JCOA). U.S. commitments connected with the removal of sanctions enter into force. After the US sanctions against	Iran	were lifted, Iran will receive access to previously frozen assets in the amount of USD 50 billion. In a press
15	399997	JCOA). U.S. commitments connected with the removal of sanctions enter into force. After the US sanctions against Iran were lifted,	Iran	will receive access to previously frozen assets in the amount of USD 50 billion. In a press briefing, the White
15	400021	to previously frozen assets in the amount of USD 50 billion. In a press briefing, the White House declared that	Iran	will be able to access their previously blocked funds. YSR Congress MP Mithun Reddy was sent to 14-day judicial
15	405558	of the main airbase near the Iraqi borders. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said his country would continue to monitor	Iran	, a day after the announcement of the implementation of the nuclear deal between world powers and Tehran. "Israel would continue
15	405637	a vocal opponent of the deal between the P5+1 countries (Russia, China, the US, Britain, France and Germany) and	Iran	, added that the international community must also keep a close eye on Iran and enact "grave sanctions" for any future
15	405650	the US, Britain, France and Germany) and Iran, added that the international community must also keep a close eye on	Iran	and enact "grave sanctions" for any future violations. Netanyahu added that now that economic sanctions will be lifted from Iran
15	405670	Iran and enact "grave sanctions" for any future violations. Netanyahu added that now that economic sanctions will be lifted from	Iran	, the country would increase its involvement with terrorism and aggressive behaviour in the region. "Israel is ready to face any
15	405706	is ready to face any threat," he added. The UN watchdog, the International Atomic Energy Agency, announced on Saturday that	Iran	complied with all the demands stipulated in the July 2015 nuclear deal, prompting the debilitating economic sanctions, imposed on the
15	405744	imposed on the country in the past decade, to be lifted. Following Saturday's announcement, Netanyahu said in a statement that	Iran	is still interested in acquiring nuclear weapons, and that undermines stability in the region. Israel, which was believed to have
15	405774	undermines stability in the region. Israel, which was believed to have nuclear power, criticised the accord, with Netanyahu charging that	Iran	would be able to develop nuclear weapons despite the safeguards on capping its nuclear capability in the agreement. The Israeli
15	405800	nuclear weapons despite the safeguards on capping its nuclear capability in the agreement. The Israeli leader contents that a nuclear	Iran	would pose an "existential threat" to Israel and has alluded in past years to a possible preemptive attack against Tehran
15	405821	would pose an "existential threat" to Israel and has alluded in past years to a possible preemptive attack against Tehran.	Iran	, on its part, insists that its nuclear programme is aimed at peaceful purposes. Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar, accompanied
15	406687	GLOBECOM Conference in San Diego recently. US President Barack Obama on Saturday signed an executive order to lift sanctions on	Iran	related to its nuclear program, the White House said. "Iran's implementation of the nuclear-related measures ..., as verified by the
15	406776	In a statement, Yukiya Amano, the director general of the IAEA, said that "agency inspectors on the ground verified that	Iran	has carried out all measures required under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), to enable implementation day to occur
15	406807	Plan of Action (JCPOA), to enable implementation day to occur," referring to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, reached by	Iran	and the US, Britain, France, China, Russia and Germany. In Vienna, US Secretary of State John Kerry hailed the step
15	406852	diplomacy, saying "we have also proven once again why diplomacy must be our first choice and war a last resort. " "	Iran	has undertaken significant steps that many, and I do mean many, people doubted would ever come to pass," he said
15	407485	Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director-General Yukiya Amano said in a statement that: "Today, I released a report confirming that	Iran	has completed the necessary preparatory steps to start the implementation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA)." Iran also
15	407504	that Iran has completed the necessary preparatory steps to start the implementation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA)."	Iran	also promises more transparency of its nuclear programme thus allowing the UN nuclear inspectors to monitor Tehran's atomic plan. Iranian
15	407572	the historic nuclear deal reached last July. After the UN nuclear watchdog's announcement, the EU lifted its economic sanctions against	Iran	. Also, US President Barack Obama signed an executive order to lift sanctions on Iran related to its nuclear programme, said
15	407586	EU lifted its economic sanctions against Iran. Also, US President Barack Obama signed an executive order to lift sanctions on	Iran	related to its nuclear programme, said the White House. "This is a historical moment... We have extended our friendship hands
15	407691	ties with the international financial system and economic network. "JCPOA is not a threat to any country. The friends of	Iran	are happy and the rivals should not be concerned. We are not a threat to any country. We give this
15	407737	security to the region and to the world as we protect Iran's dignity," the Iranian president said. Earlier on Saturday,	Iran	and the US also swapped prisoners. Iran released four detained dual-nationals, including Iranian-American Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian
15	407744	world as we protect Iran's dignity," the Iranian president said. Earlier on Saturday, Iran and the US also swapped prisoners.	Iran	released four detained dual-nationals, including Iranian-American Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian. Also, US media reported Saturday that Washington
15	408746	Splendid Hotel often hosts Westerners, including UN staff and journalists. The US and European Union lifted international economic sanctions against	Iran	implementing a historic deal with Tehran after the UN nuclear watchdog agency confirmed it has begun dismantling its nuclear programme
15	408806	easier for India and other countries to do business with Tehran. India, which had substantially reduced its oil imports from	Iran	under US pressure, can now freely import oil from Tehran, but would now have to pay for it in dollars
15	408835	from Tehran, but would now have to pay for it in dollars. Due to the sanctions, India has been paying	Iran	in Indian rupees, with the money kept in an Indian account. India has to now release an estimated $6 billion
15	408861	money kept in an Indian account. India has to now release an estimated $6 billion in pending oil payments to	Iran	. President Barack Obama signed an executive order lifting some of the US economic sanctions on Iran, the White House announced
15	408877	pending oil payments to Iran. President Barack Obama signed an executive order lifting some of the US economic sanctions on	Iran	, the White House announced. Secretary of State John Kerry issued a statement confirming the International Atomic Energy Agency has verified
15	408899	White House announced. Secretary of State John Kerry issued a statement confirming the International Atomic Energy Agency has verified that	Iran	"has fully implemented its required commitments". "Iran has undertaken significant steps that many, and I do mean many, people doubted
15	408906	Kerry issued a statement confirming the International Atomic Energy Agency has verified that Iran "has fully implemented its required commitments". "	Iran	has undertaken significant steps that many, and I do mean many, people doubted would ever come to pass. "And that
15	408994	world are safer because the threat of the nuclear weapon has been reduced", he said. In exchange for lifting sanctions,	Iran	must reduce its level of uranium enrichment, dramatically reduce the size of its stockpile of enriched uranium, reduce the number
15	409028	stockpile of enriched uranium, reduce the number of centrifuges, and agree to unfettered international inspections. The implementation came hours after	Iran	freed four American prisoners, including Washington Post journalist Jason Rezaian, in exchange for seven Iranian prisoners. Another American, who was
15	409073	the exchange, also was released. But several Republican presidential candidates criticized the prisoner swap with frontrunner Donald Trump saying that	Iran	was getting more in the deal than the US. "They're getting seven people, so essentially they get $150 billion plus
15	409128	the Obama administration of not pushing hard enough for the American prisoners' release when the US negotiated a deal with	Iran	last year. New Jersey Governor Chris Christie said the US should not have had to make any concessions to get
15	428734	implementation of the landmark Iranian nuclear deal as a "milestone", US President Barack Obama today said every single path that	Iran	could have taken to build a nuclear bomb has been cut off. "Yesterday marked a milestone in preventing Iran from
15	428753	that Iran could have taken to build a nuclear bomb has been cut off. "Yesterday marked a milestone in preventing	Iran	from obtaining a nuclear weapon. Most of all, we achieved this historic result through diplomacy, without risking another war in
15	428800	a televised statement from the White House. The US and the EU today lifted biting oil and financial sanctions on	Iran	and unblocked about USD 100 billion of its frozen assets after UN inspectors concluded that Tehran has complied with a
15	428832	UN inspectors concluded that Tehran has complied with a historic deal to curb its nuclear ambitions. In a side agreement,	Iran	released five Americans held captive, and Obama agreed to grant clemency to seven Iranians held in the United States. Obama
15	428866	Iranians held in the United States. Obama called his use of the constitutional pardon power "a one time gesture to	Iran	, given the unique opportunity offered by this moment and the larger circumstances in play." "This is a good day," Obama
15	428915	returned to their families, that's something we can all celebrate." Under the nuclear deal signed between the world powers and	Iran	, Tehran will "not get its hands on a nuclear programme", Obama said. While hailing the curbs on the Iranian nuclear
15	428954	Iranian nuclear programme, Obama also struck a note of caution, stating that it does not mean that all differences with	Iran	had been resolved. Obama said "profound differences" remain with Iran over its "destabilising activities" and posing of threat to Israel
15	428964	stating that it does not mean that all differences with Iran had been resolved. Obama said "profound differences" remain with	Iran	over its "destabilising activities" and posing of threat to Israel. In this context, the US President also referred to the
15	428991	of threat to Israel. In this context, the US President also referred to the recent missile tests carried out by	Iran	. The Obama administration today announced new penalties on 11 individuals and entities involved in Tehran's ballistic missile programme. Obama, in
15	429052	vigorously," Obama said referring to the ballistic missile tests. "We are going to remain vigilant about it. Obama asserted that	Iran	deal shows what is possible with US diplomacy and said engagement with Iran has provided a "unique opportunity". He also
15	429065	remain vigilant about it. Obama asserted that Iran deal shows what is possible with US diplomacy and said engagement with	Iran	has provided a "unique opportunity". He also appealed directly to Iranians, urging them to "build new ties with the world
15	429114	had achieved. The first two being the implementation of the nuclear deal and the freeing of the Americans imprisoned in	Iran	, including Washington Post reporter correspondent Jason Rezaian, and the third was the settlement of a years-long lawsuit between Iran
15	429134	Iran, including Washington Post reporter correspondent Jason Rezaian, and the third was the settlement of a years-long lawsuit between	Iran	and the US. Under the agreement, the US is to repay Iran a USD 400 million debt and USD 1.3
15	429146	the settlement of a years-long lawsuit between Iran and the US. Under the agreement, the US is to repay	Iran	a USD 400 million debt and USD 1.3 billion in interest dating to the Islamic revolution. The landmark deal between
15	429167	a USD 400 million debt and USD 1.3 billion in interest dating to the Islamic revolution. The landmark deal between	Iran	and world powers -- the US, UK, Russia, China, France and Germany - was agreed last July. Iran has always maintained its
15	429183	The landmark deal between Iran and world powers -- the US, UK, Russia, China, France and Germany - was agreed last July.	Iran	has always maintained its nuclear programme is peaceful, but opponents of the deal -- such as some US Republicans -- say it
15	430785	attack out of shock over the incident, family sources said. Four Americans released as part of a prisoner swap with	Iran	are still inside the country, a senior US official said today. "As of our latest information, the plane has not
15	430807	still inside the country, a senior US official said today. "As of our latest information, the plane has not departed	Iran	," the official said. "Having concluded this agreement, there were a number of logistical steps that have to take place." "We
15	430896	the United States. "The fifth US citizen who was released, as a separate but clearly associated good will gesture from	Iran	, Matthew Trevithick, he has already departed Iran," the official said. Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot today condemned the attack
15	430903	who was released, as a separate but clearly associated good will gesture from Iran, Matthew Trevithick, he has already departed	Iran	," the official said. Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot today condemned the attack on a team of social activists associated
15	440314	refinery's location on the eastern coast," Bose said, adding that with this its total capacity will increase to 85 MMTPA.	Iran	has "opened a new chapter" in its ties with the world, President Hassan Rouhani said today, after sanctions were lifted
15	440351	after sanctions were lifted under its historic nuclear deal with global powers. The UN's atomic watchdog late yesterday confirmed that	Iran	had complied with its obligations under last summer's accord and the United States and European Union announced they were lifting
15	440414	Israel, alleged that Tehran was still seeking to develop a nuclear weapon. The announcement followed of a prisoner swap between	Iran	and the United States that will include the release of Washington Post correspondent Jason Rezaian, in another sign of thawing
15	440489	harm any country. "We Iranians have reached out to the world... Have opened a new chapter in the relations of	Iran	with the world," the official IRNA agency quoted Rouhani as saying. Iran is "not a threat to any government or
15	440501	opened a new chapter in the relations of Iran with the world," the official IRNA agency quoted Rouhani as saying.	Iran	is "not a threat to any government or nation". The agreement, he said, "is not a loss for any country
15	440550	a "year of prosperity" for Iranians, was to give a press conference later today. Addressing lawmakers in parliament he said	Iran	, no longer burdened by sanctions, would seek foreign investment of USd 30-50 billion annually, to dramatically spur growth to
15	440653	in the Middle East, and the entire world are safer because the threat of the nuclear weapon has been reduced."	Iran	can now resume widespread oil exports, long the lifeblood of its economy though Rouhani has moved away from relying on
15	440745	line under a standoff dating back to 2002 marked by failed diplomatic initiatives, ever-tighter sanctions, defiant nuclear expansion by	Iran	and threats of military action. Israel, the Middle East's sole but undeclared nuclear power, today remained pessimistic about the landmark
15	440789	with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accusing Tehran of still seeking nuclear military capabilities, destabilising the region and spreading terrorism globally.	Iran	will continue to destabilise the Middle East and spread terrorism throughout the world, Prime Minister Netanyahu's office warned after world
15	440816	East and spread terrorism throughout the world, Prime Minister Netanyahu's office warned after world powers decided to lift sanctions against	Iran	over its nuclear programme. "Israel will continue to monitor Iran's negative activities and will take all necessary measures to maintain
15	440850	will take all necessary measures to maintain its security and defend itself," the Prime Minister's Office said. It warned that "	Iran	has not abandoned its aspirations to acquire nuclear weapons and continues to destabilise the Middle East and spread terrorism throughout
15	440878	nuclear weapons and continues to destabilise the Middle East and spread terrorism throughout the world." The historic nuclear accord between	Iran	and six major powers, struck in July last year, entered into force yesterday as the UN confirmed that Tehran has
15	440924	tried to prevent the accord, arguing the deal would not stop Tehran from developing an atomic weapon if it wished.	Iran	has always denied the charge that it was seeking to build a nuclear bomb. Unless there is an appropriate response
15	440957	nuclear bomb. Unless there is an appropriate response to each Iranian violation of its deal with the six world powers "	Iran	will surmise that it can continue to develop nukes, destabilise the region and spread terror," the prime minister's office warned
15	440996	office warned. Israeli Public Security Minister Gilad Erdan said the deal's implementation marks "a new and dangerous time in which	Iran	is free of most economic sanctions without having to stop its nuclear plan and without having to give explanations about
15	441030	and without having to give explanations about its military activity as it had to in the past." Erdan alleged that	Iran	continues supplying arms to Hezbollah, Hamas and other terrorist groups, intervening in Gulf States' internal affairs and violating UN Security
15	441072	decisions about developing ballistic missiles. "This is a difficult day for all the countries in the region, which hoped that	Iran	will not be able to obtain nuclear weapons and stop its negative intervention in the area," he was quoted as
15	441203	nuclear threat and the threat of terror." Yisrael Beytenu chairman Avigdor Liberman called it "symbolic" that shortly after sanctions on	Iran	are lifted, Tehran plans to hold a Holocaust caricature contest on January 27, International Holocaust Remembrance Day. "While Iran is
15	441222	on Iran are lifted, Tehran plans to hold a Holocaust caricature contest on January 27, International Holocaust Remembrance Day. "While	Iran	is busy with Holocaust denial, the whole world is living in denial and repressing the results of their agreement with
15	441243	is busy with Holocaust denial, the whole world is living in denial and repressing the results of their agreement with	Iran	, which will be incredibly similar to the Munich Agreement and the accord signed with North Korea," Liberman wrote on Facebook
15	441663	Syrian soldiers when it overran the Tabqa military base in Raqa province. Talking tough, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu today warned	Iran	that Israel would not allow it to acquire nuclear weapons even as he accused Tehran of destabilising the region and
15	441709	from Israel, the Middle East's sole but undeclared nuclear power, came as world powers, including the US, lifted sanctions on	Iran	under a historic nuclear deal to curb Tehran's nuclear ambitions. "Israel's policy has been and will remain exactly what has
15	441735	to curb Tehran's nuclear ambitions. "Israel's policy has been and will remain exactly what has been followed: to not allow	Iran	to acquire nuclear weapons," Netanyahu, known for his hawkish stand on the Iranian nuclear issue, said during a cabinet meeting
15	441762	for his hawkish stand on the Iranian nuclear issue, said during a cabinet meeting. Earlier, Netanyahu's office had said that	Iran	will continue to destabilise the Middle East and spread terrorism throughout the world. "Israel will continue to monitor Iran's negative
15	441802	negative activities and will take all necessary measures to maintain its security and defend itself," it said. It warned that "	Iran	has not abandoned its aspirations to acquire nuclear weapons and continues to destabilise the Middle East and spread terrorism throughout
15	441830	nuclear weapons and continues to destabilise the Middle East and spread terrorism throughout the world." The historic nuclear accord between	Iran	and six major powers, struck in July last year, entered into force yesterday as the UN confirmed that Tehran has
15	441876	tried to prevent the accord, arguing the deal would not stop Tehran from developing an atomic weapon if it wished.	Iran	has always denied the charge that it was seeking to build a nuclear bomb. Unless there is an appropriate response
15	441909	nuclear bomb. Unless there is an appropriate response to each Iranian violation of its deal with the six world powers "	Iran	will surmise that it can continue to develop nukes, destabilise the region and spread terror," the prime minister's office warned
15	441948	office warned. Israeli Public Security Minister Gilad Erdan said the deal's implementation marks "a new and dangerous time in which	Iran	is free of most economic sanctions without having to stop its nuclear plan and without having to give explanations about
15	441982	and without having to give explanations about its military activity as it had to in the past." Erdan alleged that	Iran	continues supplying arms to Hezbollah, Hamas and other terrorist groups, intervening in Gulf States' internal affairs and violating UN Security
15	442024	decisions about developing ballistic missiles. "This is a difficult day for all the countries in the region, which hoped that	Iran	will not be able to obtain nuclear weapons and stop its negative intervention in the area," he was quoted as
15	446712	sign of friendliness, and leaving behind the enmities, suspicions and plots, have opened a new chapter in the relations of	Iran	with the world," the official IRNA news agency quoted him as saying. Iran took a huge step toward ending its
15	446725	a new chapter in the relations of Iran with the world," the official IRNA news agency quoted him as saying.	Iran	took a huge step toward ending its isolation yesterday after the United Nation's atomic watchdog confirmed Iran was carrying out
15	446742	him as saying. Iran took a huge step toward ending its isolation yesterday after the United Nation's atomic watchdog confirmed	Iran	was carrying out measures agreed under the deal. "The implementation of the JCPOA is not a loss for any country
15	446793	the official name for Tehran's nuclear agreement with the United States, Britain, China, France, Germany, and Russia. "The friends of	Iran	are happy and its competitors need not worry, we are not a threat to any government or nation," Rouhani said
15	450141	to the region in 2007 to protect civilians and secure aid deliveries. A Swiss plane carrying American prisoners released by	Iran	has landed in Geneva, a US official said today. "Overwhelmed to greet Jason #Rezaian, his wife, Yegi, mother, Mary + Saeed
15	450170	today. "Overwhelmed to greet Jason #Rezaian, his wife, Yegi, mother, Mary + Saeed #Abedini + Amir #Hekmati to #Geneva after safely departing #	Iran	," senior US diplomat Brett McGurk wrote on Twitter. Moments earlier, an AFP reporter at Geneva airport saw a Swiss air
15	450222	official US aircraft was stationed. The Swiss foreign ministry earlier announced that three of the four US citizens freed by	Iran	in a prisoner swap after more than a year of secret negotiations on Swiss soil were due to arrive in
15	450283	The Washington Post said that among those on board was its Tehran correspondent Jason Rezaian, who had been detained in	Iran	for nearly 18 months. The other two were understood to be Saeed Abedini, a Christian pastor, and former US Marine
15	450361	is known - elected not to board the plane that flew the three others to Switzerland. "Those who wished to depart	Iran	have left," said one official. Another said "it's his free determination where he wants to go." Iran had announced the
15	450378	wished to depart Iran have left," said one official. Another said "it's his free determination where he wants to go."	Iran	had announced the prisoner releases yesterday, just hours before Tehran's historic nuclear deal with world powers was implemented, in exchange
15	453185	President Hassan Rouhani today said that sceptics who said a nuclear deal with world powers would not bring benefits to	Iran	"were all proven wrong". "Within a few hours" of the nuclear deal being implemented and sanctions lifted "1,000 lines of
15	456097	the port city, ised as a base for the government, which was forced to flee Sanaa in September 2014 after	Iran	-backed Huthi rebels swept into the capital. It was not immediately clear who was behind the bombing. The Islamic State
15	457403	the held trio, the CO said. Further interrogation is on, he added. Three of the four US citizens freed by	Iran	in a prisoner swap have arrived in Germany, a US official said, where they were expected at an American military
15	457455	stopover in Geneva. Among those on board was The Washington Post's Tehran correspondent Jason Rezaian, who had been detained in	Iran	for nearly 18 months. "We can confirm that the US citizens who departed Iran this morning after being released from
15	457469	Rezaian, who had been detained in Iran for nearly 18 months. "We can confirm that the US citizens who departed	Iran	this morning after being released from detention have arrived in Germany," a State Department official in Washington said. Earlier yesterday
15	457531	airport. "Overwhelmed to greet Jason #Rezaian, his wife, Yegi, mother, Mary + Saeed #Abedini + Amir #Hekmati to #Geneva after safely departing #	Iran	," McGurk wrote on Twitter. The group arrived in Geneva from Tehran aboard a Swiss air force plane, touching down at
15	457650	confirmed reports that the three freed prisoners were Rezaian, Saeed Abedini, a Christian pastor, and former US Marine Amir Hekmati.	Iran	had announced their release on Saturday, just hours before Tehran's historic nuclear deal with world powers was implemented, in exchange
15	459307	further probe in the case was on. The US and the EU today lifted biting oil and financial sanctions on	Iran	and released about USD 100 billion of its assets after UN inspectors concluded that Tehran has complied with a historic
15	459362	a safer world," US Secretary of State John Kerry said in Vienna as International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) certified that	Iran	has fulfilled its promises. "Iran has taken every step that it committed to take, dating back two full years," Kerry
15	459367	of State John Kerry said in Vienna as International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) certified that Iran has fulfilled its promises. "	Iran	has taken every step that it committed to take, dating back two full years," Kerry said. "Today marks the moment
15	459389	taken every step that it committed to take, dating back two full years," Kerry said. "Today marks the moment the	Iran	deal has transitioned from ambitious promises on paper to measurable actions in practice," he said. The US sanctions-related commitments
15	459422	practice," he said. The US sanctions-related commitments are now in effect, Kerry said, announcing lifting of crippling sanctions against	Iran	. His statement came just hours after Tehran and Washington swapped long-held prisoners. Reacting to the developments, Iranian President Hassan
15	459475	sign of friendliness, and leaving behind the enmities, suspicions and plots, have opened a new chapter in the relations of	Iran	with the world." "The implementation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action is not a loss for any country," the
15	459506	of Action is not a loss for any country," the official IRNA agency quoted Rouhani as saying. "The friends of	Iran	are happy and its competitors need not worry, we are not a threat to any government or nation. We are
15	459546	are a messenger of peace, stability and security in the region and the world," he said. The landmark deal between	Iran	and world powers - the US, UK, Russia, China, France and Germany - was agreed last July. In a joint statement with
15	459631	will, perseverance, and through multilateral diplomacy, we can solve the most difficult issues," she said. In its report, IAEA said	Iran	has shipped 98 per cent of its fuel to Russia and dismantled more than 12,000 centrifuges so that they could
15	459657	of its fuel to Russia and dismantled more than 12,000 centrifuges so that they could not enrich uranium any further.	Iran	also poured cement into the core of a reactor designed to produce plutonium, it added. The United States today announced
15	459709	after sanctions targeting its nuclear program were lifted. In remarks shortly before the US announcement, Iran's President Hassan Rouhani of	Iran	said that any new American sanctions would be "met by an appropriate response." The US Treasury Department said in a
15	459794	in third countries to deceive foreign suppliers" and that the five individuals had "worked to procure ballistic missile components for	Iran	." Adam J Szubin, acting under secretary for terrorism and financial intelligence, said that "Iran's ballistic missile program poses a significant
15	459898	the Americans impose any measure they will receive an appropriate response. The US and the EU today lifted sanctions against	Iran	after the UN atomic watchdog confirmed that Tehran met its nuclear obligations under a landmark deal designed to prevent it
15	459923	watchdog confirmed that Tehran met its nuclear obligations under a landmark deal designed to prevent it from developing nuclear weapons. "	Iran	has taken every step that it committed to take, dating back two full years," US Secretary of State John Kerry
15	459955	two full years," US Secretary of State John Kerry said in Vienna as International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) certified that	Iran	has fulfilled its promises. The US sanctions-related commitments are now in effect, Kerry said, announcing lifting of sanctions against
15	459976	has fulfilled its promises. The US sanctions-related commitments are now in effect, Kerry said, announcing lifting of sanctions against	Iran	. The landmark deal between Iran and world powers - the US, UK, Russia, China, France and Germany - was agreed last July
15	459981	US sanctions-related commitments are now in effect, Kerry said, announcing lifting of sanctions against Iran. The landmark deal between	Iran	and world powers - the US, UK, Russia, China, France and Germany - was agreed last July. In a joint statement with
15	460091	allow Iran's oil to be sold internationally and reconnect Iranian banks to the global system. In its report, IAEA said	Iran	has shipped 98 per cent of its fuel to Russia and dismantled more than 12,000 centrifuges so that they could
15	460117	of its fuel to Russia and dismantled more than 12,000 centrifuges so that they could not enrich uranium any further.	Iran	also poured cement into the core of a reactor designed to produce plutonium, it added. Kerry also said the international
15	460157	international community can now finally work to address the other regional challenges without the looming threat of a nuclear-armed	Iran	- including the Syrian crisis, on which important progress in recent months have been made. Hours later in Washington, the US
15	460185	progress in recent months have been made. Hours later in Washington, the US State Department announced lifting of sanctions on	Iran	and the White House said President Barack Obama signed an executive order lifting some of the US economic sanctions on
15	460206	and the White House said President Barack Obama signed an executive order lifting some of the US economic sanctions on	Iran	. The announcement also followed of a prisoner swap between Iran and the US. Iran released four American prisoners including a
15	460216	executive order lifting some of the US economic sanctions on Iran. The announcement also followed of a prisoner swap between	Iran	and the US. Iran released four American prisoners including a The Washington Post correspondent. In return, the US offered clemency
15	460220	of the US economic sanctions on Iran. The announcement also followed of a prisoner swap between Iran and the US.	Iran	released four American prisoners including a The Washington Post correspondent. In return, the US offered clemency to seven Iranians, six
15	460857	don't know what their work is," the colonel said of the kidnapped Americans. Iraq turned to paramilitary forces dominated by	Iran	-backed Shiite militias to help combat the Islamic State jihadist group, which overran large parts of the country in 2014
15	462356	arrests have been made so far in connection with this. The US and the EU's lifting of crippling sanctions on	Iran	was today welcomed as a "significant milestone" by the United Nations and world powers like Britain and China, who also
15	462438	foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini made the announcement in Vienna. UK Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond said the nuclear deal with	Iran	, in which Britain played a major role, makes the Middle East and the wider world a safer place. "Years of
15	462482	diplomacy, and difficult technical work, have borne fruit as we now implement the deal," he said. China welcomed the landmark	Iran	nuclear deal reached in July last year as a "hard-earned" achievement and said the agreement leading to the lifting
15	462574	Energy Agency (IAEA) announced that Tehran has met its obligations it committed under the deal agreed between world powers and	Iran	. Ban welcomed the achievement of Implementation Day under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) and commended the "dedication and
15	462707	to the UN Samantha Power said that "following the pressure brought to bear by the US and the international community,	Iran	has taken real, observable action that quadruples Iran's breakout time - a result that seemed improbable as recently as two years
15	462748	ago when negotiations on the JCPOA began". However, Israel remained pessimistic about the deal as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accused	Iran	of still seeking nuclear military capabilities, destabilising the region and spreading terrorism globally. "Israel will continue to monitor Iran's negative
15	462800	and defend itself," the Prime Minister's Office said. Echoing Netanyahu's remarks, Israel's Ambassador to the UN Danny Danon said that "	Iran	continues to aspire towards nuclear weapons - the international community mustn't be blinded by the optimism of the IAEA report". DUBAI
15	462822	to aspire towards nuclear weapons - the international community mustn't be blinded by the optimism of the IAEA report". DUBAI (Reuters) -	Iran	is ready to increase its crude oil exports by 500,000 barrels a day, the deputy oil minister said on Sunday
15	462892	after confirming that Tehran had curbed its nuclear program. "With consideration to global market conditions and the surplus that exists,	Iran	is ready to raise its crude oil exports by 500,000 barrels a day," Deputy Oil Minister Amir Hossein Zamaninia was
15	462973	in 12 years. (Reporting by Sam Wilkin; Editing by Elaine Hardcastle) By Lesley Wroughton and Yeganeh Torbati VIENNA/WASHINGTON (Reuters) -	Iran	emerged from years of economic isolation on Saturday when world powers lifted crippling sanctions against the Islamic Republic in return
15	463118	to exploit a market hungry for everything from automobiles to airplane parts. The U.N. nuclear watchdog ruled on Saturday that	Iran	had abided by an agreement last year with six world powers to curtail its nuclear programme, triggering the end of
15	463140	abided by an agreement last year with six world powers to curtail its nuclear programme, triggering the end of sanctions. "	Iran	has carried out all measures required under the (July deal) to enable Implementation Day (of the deal) to occur," the
15	463185	Energy Agency said in a statement. Within minutes, the United States formally lifted banking, steel, shipping and other sanctions on	Iran	, a major oil producer which has been virtually shut out of international markets for the past five years. The European
15	463243	114 civil aircraft from European aircraft maker Airbus. The end of sanctions means more money and prestige for Shi'ite Muslim	Iran	as it becomes deeply embroiled in the sectarian conflicts of the Middle East, notably in the Syrian civil war where
15	463274	the Middle East, notably in the Syrian civil war where its allies are facing Sunni Muslim rebels. America's thaw with	Iran	is viewed with deep suspicion by U.S. Republicans as well as American allies in the Middle East, including Israel and
15	463311	East, including Israel and Saudi Arabia. U.S.-Iranian suspicion still remains deeply entrenched. Washington maintains separate, less comprehensive sanctions on	Iran	over its missile programme. For its part, Iran detained 10 U.S. Navy sailors on two boats in the Gulf a
15	463319	suspicion still remains deeply entrenched. Washington maintains separate, less comprehensive sanctions on Iran over its missile programme. For its part,	Iran	detained 10 U.S. Navy sailors on two boats in the Gulf a week ago, although they were released the next
15	463360	day. DRAMATIC PRISONER DEAL In an unusual move, President Barack Obama pardoned three Iranian-Americans charged for violating sanctions against	Iran	, a lawyer for one of the men said, while prosecutors moved to drop charges against four Iranians outside the United
15	463382	lawyer for one of the men said, while prosecutors moved to drop charges against four Iranians outside the United States.	Iran	agreed to free five Americans including Rezaian and Saeed Abedini, an Iranian-American Christian pastor sentenced to eight years in
15	463426	on charges of undermining Iran's national security. But a U.S. official said four of the Americans had not yet left	Iran	due to ongoing logistical issues. The fifth prisoner, Matthew Trevithick, has left the country after 40 days in prison. Trevithick
15	463499	manoeuvring which came close to falling apart because of a threat by Washington in December to impose fresh sanctions on	Iran	for recent ballistic missile tests. The detente with Iran is opposed by all of the Republican candidates vying to succeed
15	463508	a threat by Washington in December to impose fresh sanctions on Iran for recent ballistic missile tests. The detente with	Iran	is opposed by all of the Republican candidates vying to succeed Obama as president in an election in November. Republican
15	463614	Pastor Saeed is coming home." Democratic presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton took credit for helping to start the sanctions pressure on	Iran	during her 2009-2013 tenure as Obama's secretary of state. "These are important steps that make the United States, our
15	463815	granted the authority to negotiate the deal by Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, an arch-conservative in power since 1989.	Iran	denies its nuclear programme was aimed at obtaining an atomic bomb. Rouhani congratulated the Iranian nation on Saturday after the
15	463857	sanctions were to be lifted. "Thank God for this blessing and bow to the greatness of the patient nation of	Iran	. Congrats on this glorious victory," Rouhani tweeted in English. Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif has argued, including in a New
15	463886	English. Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif has argued, including in a New York Times op-ed column last week, that	Iran	wants to help the global fight against Sunni Muslim militants like Islamic State and al Qaeda. "It's now time for
15	463921	al Qaeda. "It's now time for all - especially Muslim nations - to join hands and rid the world of violent extremism.	Iran	is ready," Zarif tweeted on Saturday. (Additional reporting by Shadia Nasralla, Sam Wilkin, Parisa Hafezi, Joel Schectman, Patricia Zengerle and
15	470843	top geopolitical goal has been to maximize its power at Iran's expense. The nuclear deal between the P5+1 and	Iran	has kicked Saudi Arabia's fear of Iran's geopolitical rise into overdrive. Riyadh sees Tehran's reintegration into global political and economic
15	470883	economic structures as a threat to its own regional power. But Saudi Arabia's paranoia is not solely reserved for Washington's	Iran	policy. The Saudi government has viewed most U.S. regional preferences since 2003 as threats to Saudi power, including but not
15	470963	regime change in Syria. American and Saudi interests are diverging on multiple fronts. Riyadh's latest escalation will exacerbate tensions with	Iran	in ways that make U.S. diplomatic objectives for Syria and Yemen difficult, if not impossible. What's worse is that Saudi
15	470997	not impossible. What's worse is that Saudi Arabia chooses to address its geopolitical fears by promoting anti-Shiite and anti-	Iran	sectarianism. The Saudi government's analyses of the situations in Bahrain, Syria, and Yemen have been identical and disturbingly unsophisticated: Shiite
15	471025	situations in Bahrain, Syria, and Yemen have been identical and disturbingly unsophisticated: Shiite Muslims are the bad guys, and Shiite	Iran	is interfering in Sunni Arab affairs. This message empowers the Middle East's worst ideologues -- the kind who think the Islamic
15	476920	Secretary of State John Kerry signs a series of documents in Vienna, Austria. U.S. Secretary of State, John Kerry confirms	Iran	in compliance with nuclear deal and lifts US nuclear-related sanctions. (Kevin Lamarque / AP) Iran reentered the global economy on
15	476935	of State, John Kerry confirms Iran in compliance with nuclear deal and lifts US nuclear-related sanctions. (Kevin Lamarque / AP)	Iran	reentered the global economy on Saturday, as years of crippling international sanctions were lifted in exchange for the verified disabling
15	476963	years of crippling international sanctions were lifted in exchange for the verified disabling of much of its nuclear infrastructure. For	Iran	, implementation of the landmark deal it finalized with six world powers last summer means immediate access to more than $50
15	477076	we also know there isn't a challenge in the entire region that wouldn't become much more complicated, much worse, if	Iran	had a nuclear weapon." The removal of sanctions comes as President Barack Obama begins his last year in office, and
15	477107	President Barack Obama begins his last year in office, and almost seven years to the day since he called on	Iran	to "unclench your fist" and take steps toward rapprochement with the United States and the world. As a result of
15	477145	a result of the agreement, he said in his last State of the Union speech this week, a "nuclear-armed	Iran	" has been prevented, and "the world has avoided another war." Advertisement The triggering event for implementation was certification by the
15	477172	has avoided another war." Advertisement The triggering event for implementation was certification by the International Atomic Energy Agency Saturday that	Iran	had successfully completed all the nuclear steps it agreed to in July: sending the bulk of its enriched uranium outside
15	477229	plutonium. The IAEA is also charged with monitoring and verifying Iran's continued compliance. Agency inspectors on the ground "verified that	Iran	has carried out all measures required....to enable Implementation Day to occur," IAEA Director General Yukiya Amano said in a
15	477261	occur," IAEA Director General Yukiya Amano said in a statement issued just before midnight, Vienna time. Amano will travel to	Iran	on Sunday. IAEA certification of compliance opened the door to announcements and speeches by high-level officials from the negotiating
15	477304	new U.N. resolution codifying the deal immediately goes into effect. The IAEA begins strict monitoring provisions on the ground in	Iran	. White House executive orders and implementation guidance issued by the European Union and the U.S. Treasury, along with waivers of
15	477501	the money to increase spending on terrorist groups that serve as its proxies in a fight for regional dominance. Although	Iran	has more than $100 billion in available frozen assets - most of it in banks in China, Japan and South Korea
15	477731	adviser on the region. Another indicator to watch, Ross said, is the selection of candidates for upcoming parliamentary elections in	Iran	in late February. To appear on the ballot, candidates must be vetted and approved by Iran's Guardian Council, controlled by
15	477828	will also tell us something." Despite official rejoicing by the negotiating partners, implementation comes at a particularly inauspicious time for	Iran	and the United States. Oil is at its lowest price in more than a decade, in part because of expectations
15	477941	rate. Advertisement In Washington, the deal is even more contentious politically now than it was when it was signed with	Iran	six months ago in Vienna by the governments of the United States, Britain, France, Russia, China, Germany and the European
15	478026	nuclear sanctions related to terrorism and other Iranian activities remain in place. Lawmakers have called for additional American restrictions on	Iran	for test-firing ballistic missiles in October and November in apparent violation of then-existing U.N. sanctions. Earlier Saturday Iran
15	478046	Iran for test-firing ballistic missiles in October and November in apparent violation of then-existing U.N. sanctions. Earlier Saturday	Iran	released Washington Post correspondent Jason Rezaian and three other detained Iranian Americans in exchange for seven people imprisoned or charged
15	478092	and Iranian officials said. DeYoung reported from Washington. President Barack Obama delivers a statement on the relations between U.S. and	Iran	, including the release of U.S. hostages who were held in Iran, in the Cabinet Room of the White House on
15	478103	delivers a statement on the relations between U.S. and Iran, including the release of U.S. hostages who were held in	Iran	, in the Cabinet Room of the White House on Jan. 17, 2016. (Aude Guerrucci / Getty Images) The United States on
15	478402	international obligations with impunity. The Obama administration worked for nearly 14 months behind the scenes to negotiate the prisoner trade.	Iran	also agreed to work to locate American Robert Levinson, who vanished during a trip to Iran in 2007. In a
15	478418	negotiate the prisoner trade. Iran also agreed to work to locate American Robert Levinson, who vanished during a trip to	Iran	in 2007. In a reciprocal move, Obama said that six Iranian-Americans and one Iranian serving sentences or awaiting trial
15	478467	were not charged with terrorism or any violent offenses. "They're civilians, and their release is a one-time gesture to	Iran	given the unique opportunity offered by this moment and the larger circumstances at play," Obama said. Obama said the U.S
15	478489	the unique opportunity offered by this moment and the larger circumstances at play," Obama said. Obama said the U.S and	Iran	had also resolved a longstanding dispute over money Iran used to buy military equipment from the U.S. before the two
15	478498	larger circumstances at play," Obama said. Obama said the U.S and Iran had also resolved a longstanding dispute over money	Iran	used to buy military equipment from the U.S. before the two countries broke ties. Iran will get more than $400
15	478513	a longstanding dispute over money Iran used to buy military equipment from the U.S. before the two countries broke ties.	Iran	will get more than $400 million, plus $1.3 billion in interest. The White House said its lawyers assessed that the
15	478603	a new path a different, better future that delivers progress for both our peoples and the wider world." Obama said	Iran	has a vibrant culture that has so much to contribute to the world in commerce, science and the arts, but
15	478635	the world in commerce, science and the arts, but "your government's threats and actions to destabilize your region have isolated	Iran	from much of the world." The Obama administration said it was prepared to test whether additional cooperation with Iran was
15	478654	isolated Iran from much of the world." The Obama administration said it was prepared to test whether additional cooperation with	Iran	was possible, most notably in resolving the civil war in Syria. White House officials said during a briefing held after
15	478679	in resolving the civil war in Syria. White House officials said during a briefing held after the president's address that	Iran	could play a significant role in resolving the Syrian civil war, but profound differences exist. They said Iran needs to
15	478697	address that Iran could play a significant role in resolving the Syrian civil war, but profound differences exist. They said	Iran	needs to understand the fighting won't be resolved as long as Syrian President Bashar Assad remains in power. The officials
15	478721	the fighting won't be resolved as long as Syrian President Bashar Assad remains in power. The officials said they know	Iran	is not going to dramatically change its actions in the next year or two. "If Iran does act in a
15	478737	officials said they know Iran is not going to dramatically change its actions in the next year or two. "If	Iran	does act in a more constructive fashion, it would be a positive development in resolving difficult issues," the White House
15	478906	born and raised in California, was seized in his home with his Iranian wife, Yeganeh Salehi, on July 22, 2014,	Iran	had recently extended an interim agreement on its nuclear program with the United States. As the nuclear negotiations continued, Rezaian
15	479088	of his imprisonment came in media accounts that accused him of conspiring to improve relations between the United States and	Iran	, something that Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has sworn to prevent. Rezaian's release, and that of fellow Americans Amir Hekmati, Saeed
15	479134	is unlikely to alter that policy or Iran's transgressions of international law. The International Atomic Energy Agency certified Saturday that	Iran	had complied with the initial requirements of the nuclear deal, including shipping 25,000 pounds of enriched uranium out of the
15	479210	the country's banks and oil industry in advance of parliamentary elections next month. Advertisement Since the accord was signed, however,	Iran	has twice violated a separate U.N. Security Council resolution prohibiting testing of long-range missiles. It continues to hold at
15	481051	place, and I hope that his spirit can animate us to do that," he said. jkeilman@tribpub.com Twitter @JohnKeilman Flash	Iran	released four detained dual-nationals, including the Iranian-American Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian, on Saturday as a part of
15	481104	general announced that "in line with the order of Iran's Supreme National Security Council and the interests of the country,	Iran	has released four Iranian dual-national prisoners as a part of prisoners swap." When talking to IRINN on Saturday, an
15	481221	two months later. Amir Hekmati, another Iranian-American, was arrested in August 2011 on a visit to his family in	Iran	over the charge of being a Central Intelligence Agency spy. The former Marine was sentenced to death in January 2012
15	481287	governments" and sentenced him to 10 years in prison. Besides, Saeed Abedini, the Iranian-American Christian pastor, was detained in	Iran	in summer of 2012. Later in 2013, he was sentenced to eight years in prison, reportedly on charges of undermining
15	481318	to eight years in prison, reportedly on charges of undermining national security through private religious gatherings in Christian homes in	Iran	in the early 2000s. Based on the prisoner swap deal, seven Iranians in the prisons of the United States will
15	481390	Iranians in the prisons of the United States were reportedly violated the sanction regimes developed by the United States against	Iran	over the country's nuclear issue. The announcement by Iran on Saturday came as the Islamic republic and the world powers
15	481399	reportedly violated the sanction regimes developed by the United States against Iran over the country's nuclear issue. The announcement by	Iran	on Saturday came as the Islamic republic and the world powers are expected to announce the "implementation" of July historic
15	483079	on Friday. Foreign Ministry spokesman Lu Kang said in a written statement that Xi will visit Saudi Arabia, Egypt and	Iran	from Tuesday to Saturday. Observers said that after the conclusion of the visit, Xi's footprints worldwide will cover all major
15	484235	Jan 16, 2016. [Photo/Agencies] WASHINGTON - US President Barack Obama on Saturday signed an executive order to lift sanctions on	Iran	related to its nuclear program, the White House said. "Iran's implementation of the nuclear-related measures ..., as verified by the
15	484324	In a statement, Yukiya Amano, the director general of the IAEA, said that "agency inspectors on the ground verified that	Iran	has carried out all measures required under the J.C.P.O.A., to enable implementation day to occur," referring to the Joint Comprehensive
15	484350	required under the J.C.P.O.A., to enable implementation day to occur," referring to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, reached by	Iran	and the US, Britain, France, China, Russia and Germany. In Vienna, US Secretary of State John Kerry hailed the step
15	484395	diplomacy, saying "we have also proven once again why diplomacy must be our first choice and war a last resort." "	Iran	has undertaken significant steps that many, and I do mean many, people doubted would ever come to pass," he said
15	485951	will reduce the travel time and travel costs by half," he added. US President Barack Obama delivers a statement on	Iran	at the White House in Washington, January 17, 2016. [Photo/Agencies] WASHINGTON - US President Barack Obama on Sunday heralded the
15	485978	January 17, 2016. [Photo/Agencies] WASHINGTON - US President Barack Obama on Sunday heralded the implementation of a nuclear deal with	Iran	, saying world powers had cut off every path it had to a nuclear bomb and that a prisoner swap showed
15	486056	achieve when we lead with strength and with wisdom." The president said the United States still had profound differences with	Iran	and would continue to enforce sanctions against its ballistic missile program. He said he was hopeful the events signaled an
15	486079	continue to enforce sanctions against its ballistic missile program. He said he was hopeful the events signaled an opportunity for	Iran	to work more cooperatively with the rest of the world. (Photo : Getty Images/Ulet Infansasti) Tsai Ing-wen (center), Taiwan's
15	491937	York for his remarks and to the people of the United States for his crass attempt to divide us." Rouhani:	Iran	nuclear deal marks 'golden page' in nation's history President Hassan Rouhani hailed on Sunday a nuclear deal with world powers
15	492028	U.S. Congress and what he called "warmongers" in the region - an apparent reference to some of Iran's Gulf Arab adversaries.	Iran	ended years of economic isolation when world powers lifted the crippling sanctions against the Islamic Republic on Saturday in return
15	492087	Iranian fiscal year, which begins in March, Rouhani told parliament the deal was a "turning point" for the economy of	Iran	, a major oil producer which has been virtually shut out of international markets for the past five years. "The nuclear
15	492270	there will be able to exploit a market hungry for everything from automobiles to airplane parts. However, America's thaw with	Iran	is viewed with deep suspicion by U.S. Republicans as well as allies of Washington in the Middle East, including Israel
15	492320	statement from the office of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday night. "Even after the signing of the nuclear agreement,	Iran	has not abandoned its aspirations to acquire nuclear weapons, and continues to act to destabilise the Middle East and spread
15	492395	Islamic nation, and the hardliners in the U.S. congress," he said. The International Atomic Energy Agency ruled on Saturday that	Iran	had abided by an agreement last year with six world powers to curtail its nuclear programme, triggering the end of
15	492439	Yukiya Amano will travel to Tehran on Sunday to meet Rouhani and the head of the Atomic Energy Organisation of	Iran	, the IAEA said on Saturday. Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif was also back in Tehran by Sunday. Minutes after
15	492475	Tehran by Sunday. Minutes after the IAEA's ruling, the United States formally lifted banking, steel, shipping and other sanctions on	Iran	. The European Union likewise ended all nuclear-related economic and financial sanctions against the country. The IAEA's confirmation that Iran
15	492495	Iran. The European Union likewise ended all nuclear-related economic and financial sanctions against the country. The IAEA's confirmation that	Iran	had fulfilled its commitments under the nuclear deal also automatically ended most United Nations sanctions on the country. The end
15	492526	ended most United Nations sanctions on the country. The end of sanctions means more money and prestige for Shi'ite Muslim	Iran	as it becomes deeply embroiled in the sectarian conflicts of the Middle East, notably in the Syrian civil war where
15	492579	achievement for Rouhani, a pragmatic cleric elected in 2013 in a landslide on a promise to reduce Iran's international isolation.	Iran	denies its nuclear programme was aimed at obtaining an atomic bomb. Washington maintains separate, less comprehensive sanctions on Iran over
15	492598	isolation. Iran denies its nuclear programme was aimed at obtaining an atomic bomb. Washington maintains separate, less comprehensive sanctions on	Iran	over its missile programme. Britain welcomed the deal's implementation, as did France which said it would keep a close eye
15	492641	ensure that Iran's nuclear deal with diplomatic powers is strictly respected. Japan plans to lift most of its sanctions against	Iran	, including a halt to fresh investments in Iranian oil and gas projects, "within a few days", a Foreign Ministry official
15	492711	will also be lifted, he said. In Washington, President Barack Obama pardoned three Iranian-Americans charged with violating sanctions against	Iran	, a lawyer for one of the men said, while prosecutors moved to drop charges against four Iranians outside the United
15	492733	lawyer for one of the men said, while prosecutors moved to drop charges against four Iranians outside the United States.	Iran	agreed to free five Americans including Rezaian and Saeed Abedini, an Iranian-American Christian pastor sentenced to eight years in
15	492799	manoeuvring which came close to falling apart because of a threat by Washington in December to impose fresh sanctions on	Iran	for recent ballistic missile tests. West Virginia transgender youth minister charged with sexual abuse of child A West Virginia transgender
15	493979	the federal detention center in downtown Houston as part of a prisoner release swap that also freed four Americans in	Iran	Saturday. President Barack Obama pardoned Mechanic and six others, including two of Mechanic's colleagues in Houston, as part of the
15	494038	that they violated the International Emergency Economic Powers Act by shipping millions of dollars in technology to their company in	Iran	. Afghahi, who lives in Los Angeles, and Mechanic, who lives in Houston, are co-owners of both the Iran-based
15	494057	in Iran. Afghahi, who lives in Los Angeles, and Mechanic, who lives in Houston, are co-owners of both the	Iran	-based Faratel Corporation and its Houston-based sister company Smart Power Systems, which opened in 1984. Faratel designs and builds
15	494098	uninterruptible power supplies for several Iranian government agencies, including the Iranian Ministry of Defense and the Atomic Energy Organization of	Iran	, according to the charges. The technology Mechanic sold to Iran is used in a wide range of military systems, including
15	494108	Iranian Ministry of Defense and the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran, according to the charges. The technology Mechanic sold to	Iran	is used in a wide range of military systems, including surface-air and cruise missiles. Between July 2010 and 2015
15	494140	air and cruise missiles. Between July 2010 and 2015, Mechanic's network allegedly shipped about $24 million worth of parts to	Iran	through Taiwan and Turkey. Among the parts shipped were microelectronics and digital signal processors, according to the indictment. 'Legitimate business
15	494198	is vice president of Smart Power Systems and was charged with assisting in the illegal transfer of U.S. technology to	Iran	, according to court documents. All three were awaiting trial. "Smart Power does legitimate business every single day. A portion of
15	494227	trial. "Smart Power does legitimate business every single day. A portion of work had to do with shipping components to	Iran	, but not the bulk of work," said Kent Schaffer, Faridi's attorney, who described the electronic component as a metal rod
15	494333	on the warden's desk," but were waiting for official word from the U.S. government that all American citizens released from	Iran	in the prisoner exchange had safely crossed Iranian airspace. The Americans released were Washington Post journalist Jason Rezaian, Amir Hekmati
15	494436	off the street has a hard time understanding them." He described Mechanic as a "victim of the U.S. relationship with	Iran	" and said he doesn't sell to the Iranian government because his business is blacklisted. Ready to go In 1986, Mechanic
15	494839	pardoned or dropped the charges against seven Iranians in a prisoner swap for the release of four Americans held by	Iran	. The seven were accused or convicted of violating U.S. sanctions. Six of them have dual U.S.-Iranian citizenship, and it
15	494870	Six of them have dual U.S.-Iranian citizenship, and it is unclear if these individuals will leave the U.S. for	Iran	. The Department of Justice released the following names and backgrounds on the seven: ___ Bahram Mechanic Mechanic, a dual citizen
15	494911	who lives in Houston, was indicted last year on charges he illegally exported millions of dollars in U.S. technology to	Iran	. Mechanic, 69, is the co-owner of Iran-based Faratel Corporation and its Houston-based sister company Smart Power Systems
15	494919	on charges he illegally exported millions of dollars in U.S. technology to Iran. Mechanic, 69, is the co-owner of	Iran	-based Faratel Corporation and its Houston-based sister company Smart Power Systems. Faratel designs and builds uninterruptible power supplies for
15	494955	builds uninterruptible power supplies for several Iranian government agencies, including the Iranian Ministry of Defense, the Atomic Energy Organization of	Iran	and the Iranian Centrifuge Technology Company, according to the charges. The technology Mechanic sold to Iran is used in a
15	494971	Atomic Energy Organization of Iran and the Iranian Centrifuge Technology Company, according to the charges. The technology Mechanic sold to	Iran	is used in a wide range of military systems, including surface-air and cruise missiles. Between July 2010 and 2015
15	495009	2010 and 2015, Mechanic's network allegedly obtained 28 million parts valued at about $24 million worth and shipped them to	Iran	through Taiwan and Turkey. Among the parts shipped were microelectronics and digital signal processors, according to the indictment. ___ Khosrow
15	495037	shipped were microelectronics and digital signal processors, according to the indictment. ___ Khosrow Afghahi Afghahi co-owns Faratel Corporation in	Iran	and Houston-based Smart Power Systems with Mechanic, according to an indictment. U.S. prosecutors say Afghahi, 72, of Los Angeles
15	495066	according to an indictment. U.S. prosecutors say Afghahi, 72, of Los Angeles, helped Mechanic to illegally provide U.S. technology to	Iran	. ___ Tooraj Faridi Faridi, 46, is vice president of a Smart Power Systems and along with Afghahi assisted Mechanic in
15	495094	president of a Smart Power Systems and along with Afghahi assisted Mechanic in the illegal transfer of U.S. technology to	Iran	, according to court documents. Mechanic, assisted by Afghahi and Faridi, also of Houston, regularly received lists of commodities, including U.S
15	495121	by Afghahi and Faridi, also of Houston, regularly received lists of commodities, including U.S.-origin microelectronics, sought by Faratel in	Iran	, according to an indictment. ___ Nader Modanloo Modanloo, a naturalized U.S. citizen, was sentenced to eight years in prison for
15	495148	Modanloo Modanloo, a naturalized U.S. citizen, was sentenced to eight years in prison for violating the trade embargo and helping	Iran	launch its first-ever satellite into orbit. According to court documents, Modanlo was a mechanical engineer who received science and
15	495253	embargo after he participated in a scheme to purchase marine navigation equipment and military electronic equipment for illegal export to	Iran	. Prosecutors argued in court the naturalized U.S. citizen, who lived in Staten Island, New York, acted as an agent of
15	495296	procurement network and used a front company in Dubai to illegally acquire U.S. goods and technologies to be sent to	Iran	. A maritime engineer, Ghahraman also worked at shipyards in the U.S. ___ Nima Golestaneh Golestaneh, an Iranian national, pleaded guilty
15	495379	Saturday who doesn't have dual citizenship. ___ Ali Saboonchi Saboonchi, 35, was convicted in 2014 of exporting industrial products to	Iran	though companies in China and the United Arab Emirates. A U.S. citizen who was living in Parkville, Maryland at the
15	495411	citizen who was living in Parkville, Maryland at the time of his arrest, Saboonchi conspired with others to evade the	Iran	Trade Embargo and export to Iran numerous industrial parts, including hydraulic valves and connectors; and liquid pumps and valves, which
15	495417	Maryland at the time of his arrest, Saboonchi conspired with others to evade the Iran Trade Embargo and export to	Iran	numerous industrial parts, including hydraulic valves and connectors; and liquid pumps and valves, which can be used in the oil
15	496090	a prisoner exchange confirms what was obvious: this case was never about journalism. Rezaian was a political hostage, imprisoned by	Iran	to make a point domestically, and to extract concessions from the international community. The reasons behind Rezaians imprisonment have still
15	496291	decided not to link Rezaians imprisonment to the nuclear negotiations. To do so, they believed, would strengthen the hardliners in	Iran	who opposed any deal. Instead, US officials raised Rezaians case on the sidelines of the negotiations, and were repeatedly reassured
15	496361	authorities would find some face-saving maneuver to release Rezaian, as had been done with other foreign journalists imprisoned in	Iran	. In a September interview with 60 Minutes, Rouhani suggested that Rezaiain could be released as part of a prisoner exchange
15	496623	Americans. At the same time, it is important to recognize that the deal required the sacrifice of a fundamental principle.	Iran	is not being held to account for its horrendous violation of Rezaians human rights by holding him for 18 months
15	496658	by holding him for 18 months. Moveover, 18 other journalists, all of them Iranian, languish in prison today. Ensuring that	Iran	pays a price for its abysmal behavior remains unfinished business. So while we celebrate the Rezaians release and give credit
15	564204	Americans were released during prisoner swap His family today accused the U.S. government of forgetting about him It is thought	Iran	was involved in disappearance, despite repeated denials The families of four Americans detained for years in Iranian jails were celebrating
15	564350	missing on the Iranian island of Kish in 2007 while gathering intelligence on government corruption - while it is suspected that	Iran	was involved, officials have consistently denied this The last indication that Mr Levinson is alive came between November 2010 and
15	564571	Four Americans were released from Iranian custody today as part of a prisoner swap coming off the back of the	Iran	nuclear treaty, including Washington Post journalist Jason Rezaian Former U.S. Marine Amir Hekmati and pastor Saeed Abedini, who were being
15	564594	including Washington Post journalist Jason Rezaian Former U.S. Marine Amir Hekmati and pastor Saeed Abedini, who were being held in	Iran	accused of conspiring with a hostile country and subverting national security, were also freed today Siamak Namazi, a businessman detained
15	565177	was sent from a cyber cafe in Pakistan in November 2010. John Kerry today withdrew nuclear-related U.S. sanction on	Iran	after the International Nuclear Energy Agency announced it had complied with international regulations Kerry hailed the moment as making 'the
15	565242	for eight Iranians There has been no sign of Mr Levinson since those images were released. Last year, when the	Iran	nuclear deal was first announced, Mr Levinson's son Daniel criticized the Obama administration for 'squandered its best opportunity for leverage
15	565290	Today the fruits of that deal were seen for the first time, as the International Atomic Energy Agency concluded that	Iran	had significantly reduced its nuclear program in line with demands. As a result, both America and the European Union agreed
15	565317	in line with demands. As a result, both America and the European Union agreed to lift nuclear-related sanctions on	Iran	today, as part of the treaty. Speaking after sanctions were dropped, Kerry said: 'Iran has undertaken significant steps that many
15	565331	to lift nuclear-related sanctions on Iran today, as part of the treaty. Speaking after sanctions were dropped, Kerry said: '	Iran	has undertaken significant steps that many, and I do mean many, people doubted would ever come to pass. 'And that
15	565382	achievement can only be realized by assuring continued full compliance in the coming years. 'Today marks the moment that the	Iran	nuclear agreement transitions from an ambitious set of promises on paper to measurable action in progress. 'Today, as a result
15	565507	have information on corruption. Records show he checked into and out of his hotel before vanishing At the same time,	Iran	agreed to release the four U.S. hostages in return for seven Iranians who were being held in America following arrests
15	565613	dollars of U.S. company software for the Iranian government. Modanlo, Ghahreman and Saboonchi were all serving sentences for illegally supplying	Iran	with technology in violation of the U.S. trade bans. Mechanic, Faridi and Afghahi, all of whom were arrested as part
15	566086	to her Republican rivals - at one point there were 17 - said, if you want to know about crippling sanctions on	Iran	and how to get China and Russia on board, 'You can read about it.' 'There's just a lot of useful
15	596447	to the industry and unions, and one we've been engaged with with governments on various levels.' Hours after sanctions on	Iran	were lifted as a result of Barack Obama's nuclear deal, the president and his wife Michelle enjoyed a Saturday night
15	596808	Tuesday, in which he urged Americans to build a 'clear-eyed, big-hearted' and 'optimistic' nation. On Saturday, sanctions against	Iran	were lifted as part of Obama's hard-fought nuclear non-proliferation agreement with the Islamic Republic. Also on Saturday, President
15	602612	main prisoner swap Three of the five released US citizens reached Germany on Sunday And said his 'smart' diplomacy means	Iran	will never get a nuclear bomb Insisted settlement of $400m plus $1.3bn interest is 'lower' than Iran sought A Massachusetts
15	602629	smart' diplomacy means Iran will never get a nuclear bomb Insisted settlement of $400m plus $1.3bn interest is 'lower' than	Iran	sought A Massachusetts man who had been detained in an Iranian prison for 40 days and released independently of a
15	602658	in an Iranian prison for 40 days and released independently of a high-profile prisoner swap between the US and	Iran	has returned home. The Boston Globe reported that family greeted 30-year-old Matthew Trevithick early Sunday evening when he
15	602748	Matthew Trevithick walks with his mother, Amelia Newcomb (L), as he arrives at Logan International Airport after being released by	Iran	following 40 days in Evin Prison Diplomacy at work: Trevithick, who was studying in Iran, was released after reported intervention
15	602763	Airport after being released by Iran following 40 days in Evin Prison Diplomacy at work: Trevithick, who was studying in	Iran	, was released after reported intervention by US Secretary of State John Kerry Trevithick (far right), the co-founder of a
15	602791	Secretary of State John Kerry Trevithick (far right), the co-founder of a humanitarian crisis research center, had traveled to	Iran	in September for a four-month language program at an institute associated with Tehran University Trevithick, a native of the
15	602819	program at an institute associated with Tehran University Trevithick, a native of the Boston suburb of Hingham, had traveled to	Iran	in September for a four-month language program at an institute associated with Tehran University. It is unknown why he
15	603031	Obama. Obama said a 'smart, patient and disciplined approach to the world' has seen results that, he claims, will block	Iran	from ever obtaining a nuclear bomb. He spoke from the White House on Sunday, one day after the United Nations
15	603054	obtaining a nuclear bomb. He spoke from the White House on Sunday, one day after the United Nations certified that	Iran	had curbed its nuclear program as promised. Minutes earlier, three of the five US citizens released from Iran touched down
15	603072	certified that Iran had curbed its nuclear program as promised. Minutes earlier, three of the five US citizens released from	Iran	touched down in Geneva, Switzerland. They subsequently headed on to Ramstein Air base in Germany before heading home. Brett McGurk
15	603199	hour after the plane landed President Obama is crediting his 'smart' diplomacy for recent breakthroughs in the U.S. relationship with	Iran	In a possible dig at his Republican critics, Obama told reporters the financial settlement is a success as it is
15	603225	his Republican critics, Obama told reporters the financial settlement is a success as it is 'much less' than the 'billions'	Iran	sought 'This is a good day,' Obama said in a statement from the White House. 'When Americans are freed and
15	603286	good spirits' and doing 'a hell of a lot better than I was 48 hours ago' following his release by	Iran	after 18 months in the country's notorious Evin prison. Rezaian, 39, a dual US-Iranian citizen born in California, was
15	603309	months in the country's notorious Evin prison. Rezaian, 39, a dual US-Iranian citizen born in California, was detained in	Iran	on July 22, 2014. He was arrested at the same time as his wife, Yeganeh Salehi, an Iranian who at
15	603583	the back-to-back release of the five Americans and the lifting of billions of dollars in international sanctions on	Iran	as part of the nuclear accord. And America finally reached a deal to settle a longstanding claim at the Hague
15	603642	his Republican critics, Obama told reporters the financial settlement is a success as it is 'much less' than the 'billions'	Iran	sought. People walk off a plane carrying three Iranian-Americans, who left Tehran under a prisoner swap, in Geneva The
15	603713	with the Middle Eastern country. Aspiring presidential candidate Donald Trump slammed the financial settlement and prisoner swap. He tweeted: 'In	Iran	deal we get 4 prisoners. They get $150 billion, 7 most wanted and many off watch list. This will create
15	603792	hopeful Ted Cruz applauded the release of American prisoners but said the deal 'serves as a piece of propaganda for	Iran	and the Obama administration'. He added: 'We've got to shake our heads at how this happened... there is a false
15	603846	in his press conference but dismissed the condemnations by saying it has been 'a good day' in America's history with	Iran	. The funds finally settled in America's financial dispute with Iran were part of a trust fund once used by Iran
15	603856	it has been 'a good day' in America's history with Iran. The funds finally settled in America's financial dispute with	Iran	were part of a trust fund once used by Iran to purchase military equipment from the United States but which
15	603866	Iran. The funds finally settled in America's financial dispute with Iran were part of a trust fund once used by	Iran	to purchase military equipment from the United States but which was tied up for decades in litigation at the Iran
15	603886	Iran to purchase military equipment from the United States but which was tied up for decades in litigation at the	Iran	-US Claims Tribunal. The settlement announcement was made after Tehran released five American detainees in a prisoner swap as a
15	603922	a prisoner swap as a nuclear deal was implemented. Underscoring the strain that continues to exist between the US and	Iran	, the Obama administration also announced new penalties Sunday on 11 individuals and entities involved in Tehran's ballistic missile program. 'We
15	603979	it.' For Obama, the diplomatic breakthroughs are a validation of his early promises to deal directly with nations such as	Iran	. The U.S. and Iran broke off diplomatic relations after the 1979 hostage-taking of the U.S. Embassy in Tehran. US
15	603983	diplomatic breakthroughs are a validation of his early promises to deal directly with nations such as Iran. The U.S. and	Iran	broke off diplomatic relations after the 1979 hostage-taking of the U.S. Embassy in Tehran. US Secretary of State John
15	604012	taking of the U.S. Embassy in Tehran. US Secretary of State John Kerry speaks to journalists about his negotiations with	Iran	upon his arrival from Vienna at Joint Base Andrews in Washington on Sunday 'America can do and has done big
15	604067	it safer and more secure.' The nuclear talks have brought a sense of normalcy to relations with the U.S. and	Iran	, with top officials from each country in somewhat regular communication. But Obama emphasized that the U.S. continues to have deep
15	604130	journey home. A charter plane left Tehran for Switzerland with the Americans all four who had been detained, according to	Iran	state television, or only three, the U.S. said as part of a prisoner swap. Within hours of their release, the
15	604191	range ballistic missile. U.N. experts said in a report in December that the missile test in October violated sanctions banning	Iran	from launches capable of delivering nuclear weapons. A U.S. Treasury official said Iran's ballistic missile program poses 'a significant threat
15	615846	which killed 18 at a shopping center (pictured) It also comes a day after four American citizens were freed from	Iran	in a prisoner swap. Last Monday, at least 18 people were killed and 40 others were injured when insurgents attacked
15	630747	met on the reality dating show The Bachelor, and announced their engagement last month Washington Post journalist reportedly freed by	Iran	Jason Rezaian, the Washington Post's Tehran correspondent, was reportedly among four Iranian-Americans freed Saturday in a prisoner swap, as
15	630801	and the judiciary said the four were released in exchange for seven Iranians in US custody, naming those freed by	Iran	as Rezaian, Saeed Abedini, Amir Hekmati and Nosratollah Khosravi. An earlier statement from Iran's judiciary said the swap had been
15	631051	other Iranians wanted by the FBI would no longer be sought for prosecution by Interpol, both official media sources said.	Iran	said the exchange came on the order of the Supreme National Security Council, the country's top security committee, which is
15	631081	Supreme National Security Council, the country's top security committee, which is headed by President Hassan Rouhani. The release came as	Iran	and world powers led by the United States were expected to finally implement last July's nuclear deal, which will lift
15	631174	matter. Rezaian's case was played out in the Iranian media, where he was accused of spying and passing information about	Iran	to US government officials. Among the offences he was alleged to have committed was writing a letter to US President
15	631256	months that a prisoner swap could be done. A fifth American, retired FBI agent Robert Levinson, went missing in southern	Iran	eight years ago. His fate remains unknown. A photo from the American Center for Law and Justice legal advocacy group
15	631320	File) Timeline of Iran's nuclear crisis Here is a summary of the main developments in the 13-year standoff between	Iran	and the West over Tehran's disputed nuclear programme. - 2002-2004: Undeclared sites - In 2002 the existence of undeclared nuclear facilities
15	631347	nuclear programme. - 2002-2004: Undeclared sites - In 2002 the existence of undeclared nuclear facilities at Natanz and Arak is revealed.	Iran	invites the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to carry out inspections and says its activities are peaceful. In 2003, Iran
15	631367	Iran invites the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to carry out inspections and says its activities are peaceful. In 2003,	Iran	agrees with Britain, Germany and France to suspend suspect activities but the following year goes back on the pledge. In
15	631410	IAEA says it found no evidence of a secret weapons drive but cannot rule out undeclared materials. In Paris talks,	Iran	again agrees to suspend certain activities. (L to R) Leaders including US Secretary of State John Kerry, British Foreign Secretary
15	631445	State John Kerry, British Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond and Iranian FM Mohammad Javad Zarif attend a last plenaery session of	Iran	nuclear talks at the UN building in Vienna, Austria July 14, 2015 Joe Klamar (Pool/AFP/File) - 2005-2008: Escalation
15	631500	gas, the precursor to enrichment for providing the core material for a bomb. European nations break off negotiations. In 2006,	Iran	breaks IAEA seals on the Natanz enrichment facility and begins enrichment. The IAEA refers Iran to the UN Security Council
15	631515	break off negotiations. In 2006, Iran breaks IAEA seals on the Natanz enrichment facility and begins enrichment. The IAEA refers	Iran	to the UN Security Council, which in July passes the first of seven resolutions. In August, Ahmadinejad inaugurates a heavy
15	631542	in July passes the first of seven resolutions. In August, Ahmadinejad inaugurates a heavy water plant at Arak, raising fears	Iran	might be seeking weapons-grade plutonium. December's second UN Security Council resolution comes with sanctions attached. The US and EU
15	631568	plutonium. December's second UN Security Council resolution comes with sanctions attached. The US and EU follow suit. By November 2007,	Iran	says it has at least 3,000 centrifuges, which in theory would allow it to produce enough enriched uranium for a
15	631621	20,000, of which half were active. - 2009-2012: Advances and allegations - In September 2009, US, French and British leaders announce	Iran	is building an undeclared enrichment site at Fordo, built into a mountain near Qom. In October, Iran agrees to swap
15	631638	British leaders announce Iran is building an undeclared enrichment site at Fordo, built into a mountain near Qom. In October,	Iran	agrees to swap low-enriched uranium for reactor fuel. But the deal unravels and in February 2010 Iran begins enriching
15	631656	In October, Iran agrees to swap low-enriched uranium for reactor fuel. But the deal unravels and in February 2010	Iran	begins enriching uranium to close to bomb-grade -- providing isotopes for medical use, it says. In 2011, the Russian-completed
15	631703	Germany's Siemens -- begins operating. In November 2011, an IAEA report, collating "broadly credible" intelligence, says that at least until 2003	Iran	"carried out activities relevant to the development of a nuclear explosive device". The following month the US Congress passes legislation
15	631855	for minor sanctions relief. Two deadlines -- July and November 2014 -- to agree a final deal are missed. In April 2015,	Iran	and major powers agree in Lausanne, Switzerland the main outlines of a final deal. - 2015: "Historic" accord - On July 14
15	631948	efforts to develop nuclear weapons, removing an important obstacle to implementing the July deal. - 2016: Implementing the deal - January 14:	Iran	says it has removed the core of its Arak heavy water reactor and filled part of it with concrete, paving
15	631991	for UN nuclear inspectors to announce Tehran has met its commitments. January 16: The International Atomic Energy Agency confirms that	Iran	has "carried out all measures required under the (July deal)... to enable Implementation Day to occur." US Secretary of State
15	632039	Minister Javad Zarif (R) in Vienna, Austria on January 16, 2016 Kevin Lamarque (POOL/AFP) Overview of international sanctions against	Iran	An overview of international sanctions adopted against Iran over the years to persuade it to end its controversial nuclear programme
15	632047	January 16, 2016 Kevin Lamarque (POOL/AFP) Overview of international sanctions against Iran An overview of international sanctions adopted against	Iran	over the years to persuade it to end its controversial nuclear programme. A limited number have already been eased since
15	632088	an interim accord was struck in 2013. Others were to be lifted following the UN atomic watchdog's announcement Saturday that	Iran	had fulfilled its obligations under last July's landmark nuclear agreement with world powers. Some sanctions, not linked to the accord
15	632203	in three stages. The UN Security Council last July adopted a resolution clearing a path to lift the sanctions once	Iran	has met its commitments. If Tehran violates any of its commitments, the Security Council can initiate proceedings to reinstate sanctions
15	632333	programme or the Iranian Revolutionary Guards. There is also an embargo on Iranian arms purchases and restrictions on loans to	Iran	. - Resolution 1803 (March 2008) imposes a foreign assets freeze and travel ban on key players in the nuclear programme and
15	632365	ban on key players in the nuclear programme and forbids the supply of dual-use items (civilian and military) to	Iran	. - Resolution 1929 (June 2010) places new restrictions on Iranian investments and bans sales to Iran of battle tanks and combat
15	632380	items (civilian and military) to Iran. - Resolution 1929 (June 2010) places new restrictions on Iranian investments and bans sales to	Iran	of battle tanks and combat aircraft. - UNITED STATES - - November 1979: Washington begins to ban businesses and individual Americans from trading
15	632402	battle tanks and combat aircraft. - UNITED STATES - - November 1979: Washington begins to ban businesses and individual Americans from trading with	Iran	except with Treasury Department approval in response to the hostage taking at the US embassy in Tehran. - June 1995: The
15	632430	to the hostage taking at the US embassy in Tehran. - June 1995: The US implements a broad economic embargo against	Iran	. - November 2008: Washington forbids US banks to take part in fund transfers involving Iran. - July 2010: A law targets the
15	632444	implements a broad economic embargo against Iran. - November 2008: Washington forbids US banks to take part in fund transfers involving	Iran	. - July 2010: A law targets the supply of petrol to Iran, which is highly dependent on refined products, and foreign
15	632455	US banks to take part in fund transfers involving Iran. - July 2010: A law targets the supply of petrol to	Iran	, which is highly dependent on refined products, and foreign firms that invest in the Iranian energy sector. - November 2011: Washington
15	632546	dealings with Tehran. - June 2013: Washington unveils sanctions on the rial currency and the auto sector. Around 100 entities in	Iran	are affected by the US sanctions. - EUROPEAN UNION - - July 2010: The EU bans technical assistance or the transfer of oil
15	632569	by the US sanctions. - EUROPEAN UNION - - July 2010: The EU bans technical assistance or the transfer of oil technologies to	Iran	. It also bans the activity of some Iranian banks and adds names to the United Nations list of individuals banned
15	632682	466 companies or groups, including the Iranian central bank, are affected by the Brussels sanctions. 30 years of sanctions against	Iran	Alain Bommenel (AFP) Iran nuclear deal: main points The UN atomic watchdog said on Saturday that Iran has fulfilled its
15	632686	including the Iranian central bank, are affected by the Brussels sanctions. 30 years of sanctions against Iran Alain Bommenel (AFP)	Iran	nuclear deal: main points The UN atomic watchdog said on Saturday that Iran has fulfilled its commitments under the nuclear
15	632699	of sanctions against Iran Alain Bommenel (AFP) Iran nuclear deal: main points The UN atomic watchdog said on Saturday that	Iran	has fulfilled its commitments under the nuclear deal sealed in Vienna on July 14, 2015 by Tehran and major world
15	632770	impossible. Following are the main points in deal: Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif leaves a final press conference of	Iran	nuclear talks in Vienna, Austria on July 14, 2015 Samuel Kubani (AFP/File) - Nuclear downsizing - -- Cutting the number of uranium
15	633028	endorsing the deal has terminated all provisions of previous resolutions on the Iranian nuclear issue simultaneous with the IAEA verifying	Iran	has implemented the above. The same applies to US and EU nuclear-related sanctions imposed on oil exports, Iran's financial
15	633452	least four cases, the fetus developed the malformation during pregnancy because of the virus, the CDC said. EU has lifted	Iran	sanctions after nuclear deal compliance: European source The European Union on Saturday lifted its economic sanctions against Iran after the
15	633470	has lifted Iran sanctions after nuclear deal compliance: European source The European Union on Saturday lifted its economic sanctions against	Iran	after the UN atomic watchdog announced that Tehran had complied with the terms of last July's landmark deal aimed at
15	633565	foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini speaks during a press conference in Vienna on January 16, 2016 Joe Klamar (AFP) "As	Iran	has fulfilled its commitments, today, multilateral and national economic and financial sanctions related to Iran's nuclear programme are lifted in
15	633729	Rouhani said Saturday's implementation of a nuclear deal with world powers was a "glorious victory" for the "patient nation of	Iran	." In comments posted on his official Twitter account, he wrote: "I thank God for this blessing & bow to the greatness
15	633755	official Twitter account, he wrote: "I thank God for this blessing & bow to the greatness of the patient nation of	Iran	. Congrats on this glorious victory!" Rouhani had staked his presidency on the nuclear talks, deepening the diplomacy which involved Britain
15	633891	greater inroads in domestic policy, with even modest social and political reforms in the Islamic republic. UN chief welcomes 'milestone'	Iran	nuclear deal implementation UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon welcomed the implementation of the Iran nuclear accord Saturday and voiced
15	633906	republic. UN chief welcomes 'milestone' Iran nuclear deal implementation UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon welcomed the implementation of the	Iran	nuclear accord Saturday and voiced hope that the success will boost regional stability. "This is a significant milestone that reflects
15	633953	parties to fulfil their agreed commitments," Ban said in a statement. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) certified earlier that	Iran	had carried out all of its commitments under the historic deal, clearing the way for the lifting of international sanctions
15	634052	of five Americans including Washington Post journalist Jason Rezaian. He said he was "heartened by the lifting of sanctions on	Iran	." The UN Security Council has imposed four sets of sanctions on Iran from 2006 to 2010, but these resolutions will
15	634064	was "heartened by the lifting of sanctions on Iran." The UN Security Council has imposed four sets of sanctions on	Iran	from 2006 to 2010, but these resolutions will be scrapped with the entry into force of the accord. The council
15	634098	into force of the accord. The council in July adopted a new resolution that maintains some restrictions in place on	Iran	such as a ban on missile technology transfers. US Ambassador Samantha Power said work was "far from over" on implementing
15	634124	missile technology transfers. US Ambassador Samantha Power said work was "far from over" on implementing the nuclear deal and that	Iran	must "continue to abide by its commitments." The United States will work to make sure restrictions that remain in place
15	634146	continue to abide by its commitments." The United States will work to make sure restrictions that remain in place against	Iran	are "fully enforced," she said. Progress on the Iran nuclear deal came as the United Nations was pushing for breakthroughs
15	634155	will work to make sure restrictions that remain in place against Iran are "fully enforced," she said. Progress on the	Iran	nuclear deal came as the United Nations was pushing for breakthroughs in Syria and Yemen, two conflicts where Iran is
15	634174	the Iran nuclear deal came as the United Nations was pushing for breakthroughs in Syria and Yemen, two conflicts where	Iran	is a key player. Ban stressed the "need for all concerned in the region to make the world a safer
15	634580	the hardship and suffering caused by the emergency on the local population," the White House said. Nuclear deal marks US-	Iran	thaw, but Saudis sulk The implementation of the Iran nuclear deal marked a major step forward in Washington's cautious rapprochement
15	634589	the local population," the White House said. Nuclear deal marks US-Iran thaw, but Saudis sulk The implementation of the	Iran	nuclear deal marked a major step forward in Washington's cautious rapprochement with Iran, but will further strain ties with Saudi
15	634602	but Saudis sulk The implementation of the Iran nuclear deal marked a major step forward in Washington's cautious rapprochement with	Iran	, but will further strain ties with Saudi Arabia. While President Barack Obama's government insists its goal was simply to halt
15	634669	quick release of 10 US sailors captured in the Gulf by Iranian forces, the freeing of five US prisoners in	Iran	and the formal implementation of the accord. US Secretary of State John Kerry (L) speaks with Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad
15	634717	2016 Kevin Lamarque (Pool/AFP) But, inevitably, with Tehran and Riyadh daggers drawn, the thaw in ties with Shiite powerhouse	Iran	can only feed paranoia in the Sunni Gulf monarchies, traditionally close US allies. "One of Obama's visions for this region
15	634776	Carnegie Endowment for International Peace. - 'Equilibrium shattered' - Beyond ongoing wars in Syria and Yemen, where Saudi-backed forces are fighting	Iran	-backed forces, broader regional peace can only come if the two build a working relationship. But, whatever Washington's ambitions, the
15	634809	a working relationship. But, whatever Washington's ambitions, the rival powers are far from that. In fact, the US outreach to	Iran	over the nuclear deal has only served to make Saudi Arabia more anxious. At the New Year, Riyadh executed a
15	634837	to make Saudi Arabia more anxious. At the New Year, Riyadh executed a Shiite cleric for sedition, provoking protests in	Iran	that led to the sacking of the Saudi embassy and a breakdown in diplomatic relations. Wehrey said Obama had hoped
15	634912	equilibrium has been shattered," the Oxford University academic added. Experts predict that after the dust settles following implementation of the	Iran	deal, Obama will arrange a visit to the Arabian peninsula to mollify skeptical Saudi and Emirati leaders. And Secretary of
15	635090	past, and had tough words for the Iranian leadership Kerry is courting. Asked whether he was worried the windfall that	Iran	is about to enjoy as trade sanctions are lifted, Jubeir told Sky News: "Every country in the world is worried
15	635215	in Washington, never mind Riyadh, are furious -- alleging that the White House is soft-pedaling Iranian provocations to protect the	Iran	nuclear deal, despite the loss of face. - Junior partner - "In my opinion what's paramount for Obama is to protect the
15	635236	nuclear deal, despite the loss of face. - Junior partner - "In my opinion what's paramount for Obama is to protect the	Iran	deal," said Karim Sadjadpour, Iran expert and another senior associate of the Carnegie Endowment. "You could argue it's not only
15	635241	of face. - Junior partner - "In my opinion what's paramount for Obama is to protect the Iran deal," said Karim Sadjadpour,	Iran	expert and another senior associate of the Carnegie Endowment. "You could argue it's not only the top of his agenda
15	635301	Islamic revolution, former US presidents like Richard Nixon had a two-pillar strategy of maintaining ties with both the shah's	Iran	and Saudi Arabia. After the United States cut its own ties with Tehran in 1979 in the wake of the
15	635408	fundamental fear, this sort of strategic jealousy that the US may be tilting back toward some sort of equilibrium with	Iran	," said Wehrey. "And this harkens back to the status of Saudi Arabia under the shah, with the Twin Pillars doctrine
15	635439	Saudi Arabia under the shah, with the Twin Pillars doctrine under Nixon, when the Saudis were the junior partner." The	Iran	nuclear deal Paz Pizarro (AFP) Officials in Washington have made it clear that the administration was dismayed by Sheikh Nimr
15	639195	paceman Mohammad Shahid, who played five Tests but has yet to make his debut in limited-over internationals. Sceptics of	Iran	nuclear deal 'all proven wrong': Rouhani President Hassan Rouhani said Sunday that sceptics who had warned a nuclear deal with
15	639223	Hassan Rouhani said Sunday that sceptics who had warned a nuclear deal with world powers would not bring benefits to	Iran	"were all proven wrong". "Within a few hours" of the nuclear deal being implemented and sanctions lifted "1,000 lines of
15	640569	after sanctions targeting its nuclear program were lifted. In remarks shortly before the US announcement, Iran's President Hassan Rouhani of	Iran	said that any new American sanctions would be "met by an appropriate response." The US Treasury Department said in a
15	640641	Ministry website on October 11, 2015 said to shows the launch of an Imad missile at an undisclosed location in	Iran	It said the network had "obfuscated the end user of sensitive goods for missile proliferation by using front companies in
15	640681	in third countries to deceive foreign suppliers" and that the five individuals had "worked to procure ballistic missile components for	Iran	." Adam J. Szubin, acting under secretary for terrorism and financial intelligence, said that Irans ballistic missile program poses a significant
15	640768	or violated terms of the nuclear agreement. "Any action will be met by a reaction," he said. US to pay	Iran	$1.7 bn in debt and interest: Kerry The United States is to repay Iran a $400 million debt and $1.3
15	640782	reaction," he said. US to pay Iran $1.7 bn in debt and interest: Kerry The United States is to repay	Iran	a $400 million debt and $1.3 billion in interest dating to the Islamic revolution, Secretary of State John Kerry said
15	640830	brought under an international legal tribunal, is separate from the tens of billions of dollars in frozen foreign accounts that	Iran	can now access after the end of nuclear sanctions. But the timing of the announcement, one day after the implementation
15	640853	access after the end of nuclear sanctions. But the timing of the announcement, one day after the implementation of the	Iran	nuclear accord, will be seen as pointing to a broader clearing of the decks between the old foes. US Secretary
15	640885	of the decks between the old foes. US Secretary of State John Kerry speaks to journalists about his negotiations with	Iran	upon his arrival from Vienna at Joint Base Andrews on January 17, 2016 Kevin Lamarque (Pool/AFP) US President Barack
15	640927	defended the settlement in a televised statement from the White House, saying it was for "much less than the amount	Iran	sought." "For the United States, the settlement could save us billions of dollars that could have been pursued by Iran
15	640947	Iran sought." "For the United States, the settlement could save us billions of dollars that could have been pursued by	Iran	. There was no benefit to the United States in dragging this out," he said. Kerry said the claim was in
15	640978	this out," he said. Kerry said the claim was in the amount of a $400 million trust fund used by	Iran	to purchase military equipment from the United States prior to the break in diplomatic ties, plus $1.3 billion in interests
15	641027	revolutionaries -- angered at US support for the Iran's deposed monarch -- stormed the American embassy and took hostages. In 1981, the	Iran	-US Claims tribunal was established in The Hague to settle outstanding debts between the two countries, and Tehran filed a
15	641160	a relief to see unjustly held Americans returned home to their families," Priebus said, "the Clinton-Obama nuclear agreement gives	Iran	too much in return for too little." Kerry, in defending the agreement, said that "Iran's recovery was fixed at a
15	641187	little." Kerry, in defending the agreement, said that "Iran's recovery was fixed at a reasonable rate of interest and therefore	Iran	is unable to pursue a bigger tribunal award against us, preventing US taxpayers from being obligated to a larger amount
15	641221	from being obligated to a larger amount of money." He went on to say all of the US claims against	Iran	at the tribunal had long been settled and had netted American companies and individuals $2.5 billion. Israeli woman stabbed to
15	642419	director, tweeted: "A very elaborate script, and a skillful mix of truths, half-truths and outright lies." Obama points to	Iran	breakthroughs as vindication of engagement President Barack Obama hailed a series of breakthroughs with Iran as a vindication of his
15	642434	outright lies." Obama points to Iran breakthroughs as vindication of engagement President Barack Obama hailed a series of breakthroughs with	Iran	as a vindication of his contentious policy of engagement Sunday and called on young Iranians to take the next step
15	642541	US public. US President Barack Obama speaks about US-Iranian relations, including the Iranian-American nationals that were jailed in	Iran	and are being freed as part of a prisoner swap, in the Cabinet Room of the White House in Washington
15	642595	resorting to another war in the Middle East." His comments followed a momentous day that saw international inspectors confirm that	Iran	had hobbled a nuclear program that had been decades in the making, costly to build and the source of extreme
15	642661	unblocked an estimated $100 billion of Iranian assets held abroad and settled a long-running international dispute that will see	Iran	get $1.7 billion directly from Washington. Simultaneously, Washington and Tehran unveiled a prisoner swap deal that released high-profile American
15	642907	world in commerce and science and arts." "For decades your government's threats and actions to destabilize the region have isolated	Iran	from much of the world. Now our governments are talking to each other." "Following the nuclear deal, you, especially young
15	642995	re-establishing formal diplomatic relations before Obama leaves office in a year's time. "This will be a long-term proposition;	Iran	is not going to change dramatically in the next year or two years," said one senior administration official, citing Iran's
15	643044	Bashar al-Assad of Syria. But, the official added, "we want to make sure that the door is open for	Iran	to make that choice." UN envoy urges Libyans to form unity govt without delay UN envoy Martin Kobler deplored a
15	643724	region, and the UN says more than 300,000 people have been killed in the conflict. Three US prisoners freed by	Iran	on their way to Germany: official Three of the four US citizens freed by Iran in a prisoner swap were
15	643739	Three US prisoners freed by Iran on their way to Germany: official Three of the four US citizens freed by	Iran	in a prisoner swap were headed to a US military base in Germany after a brief stop in Geneva, a
15	643773	after a brief stop in Geneva, a Swiss foreign ministry spokesman told AFP on Sunday. Among those who had left	Iran	was The Washington Post's Tehran correspondent Jason Rezaian, who had been detained in Iran for nearly 18 months. "Overwhelmed to
15	643787	Sunday. Among those who had left Iran was The Washington Post's Tehran correspondent Jason Rezaian, who had been detained in	Iran	for nearly 18 months. "Overwhelmed to greet Jason #Rezaian, his wife, Yegi, mother, Mary + Saeed #Abedini + Amir #Hekmati to #Geneva
15	643811	months. "Overwhelmed to greet Jason #Rezaian, his wife, Yegi, mother, Mary + Saeed #Abedini + Amir #Hekmati to #Geneva after safely departing #	Iran	," senior US diplomat Brett McGurk wrote on Twitter. A man disembarks from a Falcon 900 of the Swiss Air Force
15	643939	confirmed reports that the three freed prisoners were Rezaian, Saeed Abedini, a Christian pastor, and former US Marine Amir Hekmati.	Iran	had announced their release on Saturday, just hours before Tehran's historic nuclear deal with world powers was implemented, in exchange
15	644098	Khosravi-Roodsari -- about whom little is known -- elected not to board the plane for Switzerland. "Those who wished to depart	Iran	have left," said one official. Another said "it's his free determination where he wants to go." A fifth American, Matthew
15	644141	released in a separate process, a US official has said. The Post had earlier reported that the flight out of	Iran	was delayed because Rezaian's mother Mary and wife Yeganeh, who also were on the plane, initially did not appear on
15	644281	former US Marine Hekmati, who faced a death sentence as an alleged spy, welcomed the news that he had left	Iran	. "It is hard to put into words what our family feels right now. But we remain in hopeful anticipation until
15	644348	family is finally over." The 39-year-old Rezaian, a dual US-Iranian citizen born in California, was detained in	Iran	on July 22, 2014 on espionage charges. The Post statement thanked those "around the world who have spoken out on
15	644410	Ali Khoshroo, said on Saturday that Switzerland played a "positive role" in the prisoner swap. Three US prisoners freed by	Iran	arrive in Germany Three of the four US citizens freed by Iran in a prisoner swap arrived in Germany, Secretary
15	644422	the prisoner swap. Three US prisoners freed by Iran arrive in Germany Three of the four US citizens freed by	Iran	in a prisoner swap arrived in Germany, Secretary of State John Kerry said, where they were expected at an American
15	644480	after a brief stopover in Geneva. They included The Washington Post's Tehran correspondent Jason Rezaian, who had been detained in	Iran	for nearly 18 months, Christian pastor Saeed Abedini and former US Marine Amir Hekmati. Three of the four American citizens
15	644503	18 months, Christian pastor Saeed Abedini and former US Marine Amir Hekmati. Three of the four American citizens freed by	Iran	in a prisoner swap are expected to undergo medical examinations at the US Ramstein air base in Germany Jean-Christophe
15	644688	their destination was the Ramstein air base in western Germany, where the freed men were expected to undergo medical exams.	Iran	had announced their release on Saturday, just hours before Tehran's historic nuclear deal with world powers was implemented, in exchange
15	644844	about whom little is known -- elected not to board the plane that left for Switzerland. "Those who wished to depart	Iran	have left," said one official. Another said "it's his free determination where he wants to go." Iranian state television said
15	644910	former US Marine Hekmati, who faced a death sentence as an alleged spy, welcomed the news that he had left	Iran	. "It is hard to put into words what our family feels right now. But we remain in hopeful anticipation until
15	644974	Jason and his family is finally over." The 39-year-old Rezaian, who was born in California, was detained in	Iran	on July 22, 2014 on espionage charges. The Post statement thanked those "around the world who have spoken out on
15	645017	and against the harsh confinement that was so wrongly imposed upon him". The UN nuclear watchdog announced late Saturday that	Iran	had complied with its side of the July 2015 accord, allowing the lifting of sanctions. In January, US officials announced
15	645046	2015 accord, allowing the lifting of sanctions. In January, US officials announced they were lifting 30 years of sanctions against	Iran	US and Iraq search for Americans kidnapped in Baghdad US and Iraqi authorities were searching on Monday for three Americans
15	645391	don't know what their work is," the colonel said of the kidnapped Americans. Iraq turned to paramilitary forces dominated by	Iran	-backed Shiite militias to help combat the Islamic State jihadist group, which overran large parts of the country in 2014
15	646806	to sign an emergency declaration clearing the way for federal aid. Analysis: Prisoner release leaves GOP in tough spot on	Iran	WASHINGTON (AP) Iran's release of five Americans gives President Barack Obama the opportunity to deliver a harsh reminder to the
15	646843	harsh reminder to the Republicans wanting to succeed him: You can promise to pull back the hand I've extended to	Iran	and Cuba nations the U.S. once cut off but it won't be easy and it may be lonely. As Republican
15	646888	Obama's rapprochements on their first day in office, many U.S. allies and business interests have pressed forward with outreach to	Iran	. The next president may find Iran has established itself as world player, a useful diplomatic power broker and a potential
15	646894	in office, many U.S. allies and business interests have pressed forward with outreach to Iran. The next president may find	Iran	has established itself as world player, a useful diplomatic power broker and a potential market for U.S. businesses. Vowing to
15	646937	may only isolate the U.S. from many of its allies. Iranians scan publications at a news stand in central Tehran,	Iran	, Saturday, Jan. 16, 2016. The end of Western sanctions against Iran loomed Saturday as Iran's foreign minister suggested the U.N
15	646948	scan publications at a news stand in central Tehran, Iran, Saturday, Jan. 16, 2016. The end of Western sanctions against	Iran	loomed Saturday as Iran's foreign minister suggested the U.N. atomic agency is close to certifying that his country has met
15	647072	force the rest of the world to see things the way you do? That's a big question." The diplomacy with	Iran	after decades of a divide fulfills Obama's first inaugural promise "to extend a hand if you are willing to unclench
15	647148	President Bashar Assad, they say. But Saturday was a clear reminder of the forces working against the Republican contenders on	Iran	. The release of Americans four of them negotiated as a prisoner swap alongside nuclear talks and one worked out separately
15	647193	that the U.S. should not lift sanctions while Americans are being held. Meanwhile, the U.S. and other Western nations declared	Iran	had kept up its end of the landmark nuclear agreement completed last summer, triggering the removal of the billions of
15	647300	their return," Texas Sen. Ted Cruz said of the released Americans, "this deal serves as piece of propaganda for both	Iran	and the Obama administration." Cruz reprised his promise to "rip to shreds this catastrophic Iran nuclear deal." Former Florida Gov
15	647315	piece of propaganda for both Iran and the Obama administration." Cruz reprised his promise to "rip to shreds this catastrophic	Iran	nuclear deal." Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush said he saw "weakness" in the Obama administration's dealings with Iran. "Let's take
15	647333	this catastrophic Iran nuclear deal." Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush said he saw "weakness" in the Obama administration's dealings with	Iran	. "Let's take a step back here," Bush told a town hall meeting in New Hampshire. "The bigger issue is that
15	647385	toward the so-called community of nations." In truth, the U.S. has not been alone in shifting its pose toward	Iran	, which is part of what would make undoing it difficult. The nuclear deal was negotiated alongside France, Britain, Germany, Russia
15	647424	Germany, Russia and China, a coalition that managed to hang together through lengthy discussions and difficult domestic politics. Since then,	Iran	has joined in international talks seeking an end to the Syrian civil war. White House officials say they see those
15	647541	would happen on Day 2 is unclear. In a global economy, imposing unilateral U.S. sanctions would have limited impact on	Iran	and could serve to disadvantage U.S. businesses. Iran has suggested businesses are waiting at the gates to engage indeed, the
15	647549	a global economy, imposing unilateral U.S. sanctions would have limited impact on Iran and could serve to disadvantage U.S. businesses.	Iran	has suggested businesses are waiting at the gates to engage indeed, the transport minister on Saturday announced a deal with
15	647592	consortium Airbus to buy 114 passenger planes after sanctions are lifted. Rubio has warned U.S. businesses not to "gamble" on	Iran	, saying Tehran will inevitably violate the agreement, and if he's in the White House he'll ensure a harsh punishment. He's
15	647659	the Republicans' promises to backtrack, saying that casts uncertainty over negotiations. But there's little sign that the GOP rhetoric on	Iran	is slowing down Tehran's increasing role as a player on the world stage. ___ EDITOR'S NOTE Kathleen Hennessey covers the
15	647738	report. An Iranian woman walks past a mural depicting Iranian armed forces in the battlefield, at Palestine Sq. in Tehran,	Iran	, Saturday, Jan. 16, 2016. The end of Western sanctions against Iran loomed Saturday as Iran's foreign minister suggested the U.N
15	647749	forces in the battlefield, at Palestine Sq. in Tehran, Iran, Saturday, Jan. 16, 2016. The end of Western sanctions against	Iran	loomed Saturday as Iran's foreign minister suggested the U.N. atomic agency is close to certifying that his country has met
15	647829	harsh reminder to the Republicans wanting to succeed him: You can promise to pull back the hand I've extended to	Iran	and Cuba nations the U.S. once cut off but it won't be easy and it may be lonely. As Republican
15	647874	Obama's rapprochements on their first day in office, many U.S. allies and businesses interests have pressed forward with outreach to	Iran	. The next president may find Iran has established itself as a world player, a useful diplomatic power broker and a
15	647880	in office, many U.S. allies and businesses interests have pressed forward with outreach to Iran. The next president may find	Iran	has established itself as a world player, a useful diplomatic power broker and a potential market for U.S. businesses. Vowing
15	647924	may only isolate the U.S. from many of its allies. Iranians scan publications at a news stand in central Tehran,	Iran	, Saturday, Jan. 16, 2016. The end of Western sanctions against Iran loomed Saturday as Iran's foreign minister suggested the U.N
15	647935	scan publications at a news stand in central Tehran, Iran, Saturday, Jan. 16, 2016. The end of Western sanctions against	Iran	loomed Saturday as Iran's foreign minister suggested the U.N. atomic agency is close to certifying that his country has met
15	648059	force the rest of the world to see things the way you do? That's a big question." The diplomacy with	Iran	after decades of a divide fulfills Obama's first inaugural promise "to extend a hand if you are willing to unclench
15	648126	and the upheaval in Syria. But Saturday was a clear reminder of the forces working against the Republican contenders on	Iran	. The release of the Americans four of them negotiated as a prisoner swap alongside nuclear talks and one worked out
15	648172	that the U.S. should not lift sanctions while Americans are being held. Meanwhile, the U.S. and other Western nations declared	Iran	had kept up its end of the landmark nuclear agreement completed last summer, triggering the removal of billions of dollars
15	648279	their return," Texas Sen. Ted Cruz said of the released Americans, "this deal serves as piece of propaganda for both	Iran	and the Obama administration." Cruz reprised his promise to "rip to shreds this catastrophic Iran nuclear deal." Former Florida Gov
15	648294	piece of propaganda for both Iran and the Obama administration." Cruz reprised his promise to "rip to shreds this catastrophic	Iran	nuclear deal." Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush said he saw "weakness" in the Obama administration's dealings with Iran. "Let's take
15	648312	this catastrophic Iran nuclear deal." Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush said he saw "weakness" in the Obama administration's dealings with	Iran	. "Let's take a step back here," Bush told a town hall meeting in New Hampshire. "The bigger issue is that
15	648364	toward the so-called community of nations." In truth, the U.S. has not been alone in shifting its pose toward	Iran	, which is part of what would make undoing it difficult. The nuclear deal was negotiated alongside France, Britain, Germany, Russia
15	648407	a coalition that managed to hang together through lengthy discussions and difficult domestic politics. Since then, the U.S. has included	Iran	in talks negotiating an end to the Syrian civil war. White House officials say they see those talks as a
15	648526	would happen on Day 2 is unclear. In a global economy, imposing unilateral U.S. sanctions would have limited impact on	Iran	and could serve to disadvantage U.S. businesses. Iran has suggested businesses are waiting at the gates to engage indeed, the
15	648534	a global economy, imposing unilateral U.S. sanctions would have limited impact on Iran and could serve to disadvantage U.S. businesses.	Iran	has suggested businesses are waiting at the gates to engage indeed, the transport minister on Saturday announced a deal with
15	648577	consortium Airbus to buy 114 passenger planes after sanctions are lifted. Rubio has warned U.S. businesses not to "gamble" on	Iran	, saying Tehran will inevitably violate the agreement, and if he's in the White House he'll ensure a harsh punishment. Rubio
15	648647	the Republicans' promises to backtrack, saying that casts uncertainty over negotiations. But there's little sign that the Republican rhetoric on	Iran	is slowing down Tehran's increasing role as a player on the world stage. ___ EDITOR'S NOTE Kathleen Hennessey covers the
15	648726	report. An Iranian woman walks past a mural depicting Iranian armed forces in the battlefield, at Palestine Sq. in Tehran,	Iran	, Saturday, Jan. 16, 2016. The end of Western sanctions against Iran loomed Saturday as Iran's foreign minister suggested the U.N
15	648737	forces in the battlefield, at Palestine Sq. in Tehran, Iran, Saturday, Jan. 16, 2016. The end of Western sanctions against	Iran	loomed Saturday as Iran's foreign minister suggested the U.N. atomic agency is close to certifying that his country has met
15	648808	pardoned or dropped the charges against seven Iranians in a prisoner swap for the release of four Americans held by	Iran	. The seven were accused or convicted of violating U.S. sanctions. Six of them have dual U.S.-Iranian citizenship, and at
15	648884	Modanlo Modanlo, a naturalized U.S. citizen, was sentenced to eight years in prison for violating the trade embargo and helping	Iran	launch its first-ever satellite into orbit. According to court documents, Modanlo was a mechanical engineer who received science and
15	648976	who lives in Houston, was indicted last year on charges he illegally exported millions of dollars in U.S. technology to	Iran	. Mechanic, 69, is the co-owner of Iran-based Faratel Corporation and its Houston-based sister company Smart Power Systems
15	648984	on charges he illegally exported millions of dollars in U.S. technology to Iran. Mechanic, 69, is the co-owner of	Iran	-based Faratel Corporation and its Houston-based sister company Smart Power Systems. Faratel designs and builds uninterruptible power supplies for
15	649020	builds uninterruptible power supplies for several Iranian government agencies, including the Iranian Ministry of Defense, the Atomic Energy Organization of	Iran	and the Iranian Centrifuge Technology Company, according to the charges. The technology Mechanic sold to Iran is used in a
15	649036	Atomic Energy Organization of Iran and the Iranian Centrifuge Technology Company, according to the charges. The technology Mechanic sold to	Iran	is used in a wide range of military systems, including surface-air and cruise missiles. Between July 2010 and 2015
15	649074	2010 and 2015, Mechanic's network allegedly obtained 28 million parts valued at about $24 million worth and shipped them to	Iran	through Taiwan and Turkey. Among the parts shipped were microelectronics and digital signal processors, according to the indictment. "Everything about
15	649165	wife and then get back to work probably tomorrow," Androphy said. ___ Khosrow Afghahi Afghahi co-owns Faratel Corporation in	Iran	and Houston-based Smart Power Systems with Mechanic, according to an indictment. U.S. prosecutors say Afghahi helped Mechanic to illegally
15	649190	Power Systems with Mechanic, according to an indictment. U.S. prosecutors say Afghahi helped Mechanic to illegally provide U.S. technology to	Iran	. Houston-based attorney David Gerger says the charges against his client were "wrong." "Freeing Khosrow Afghahi is the correct result
15	649249	good man, and we will be happy to put this ordeal behind him." Gerger said that Afghahi lived mostly in	Iran	but became a U.S. citizen so he could more easily visit his family. Gerger said Afghahi was arrested in April
15	649344	president of a Smart Power Systems and along with Afghahi assisted Mechanic in the illegal transfer of U.S. technology to	Iran	, according to court documents. Mechanic, assisted by Afghahi and Faridi, also of Houston, regularly received lists of commodities, including U.S
15	649371	by Afghahi and Faridi, also of Houston, regularly received lists of commodities, including U.S.-origin microelectronics, sought by Faratel in	Iran	, according to an indictment. Houston-based attorney Kent Schaffer said Faridi, who had remained free on bond, did nothing to
15	649474	embargo after he participated in a scheme to purchase marine navigation equipment and military electronic equipment for illegal export to	Iran	. Prosecutors argued in court the naturalized U.S. citizen, who lived in Staten Island, New York, acted as an agent of
15	649517	procurement network and used a front company in Dubai to illegally acquire U.S. goods and technologies to be sent to	Iran	. A maritime engineer, Ghahraman also worked at shipyards in the U.S. ___ Nima Golestaneh Golestaneh, an Iranian national, pleaded guilty
15	649600	Saturday who doesn't have dual citizenship. ___ Ali Saboonchi Saboonchi, 35, was convicted in 2014 of exporting industrial products to	Iran	though companies in China and the United Arab Emirates. A U.S. citizen who was living in Parkville, Maryland at the
15	649632	citizen who was living in Parkville, Maryland at the time of his arrest, Saboonchi conspired with others to evade the	Iran	Trade Embargo and export to Iran numerous industrial parts, including hydraulic valves and connectors; and liquid pumps and valves, which
15	649638	Maryland at the time of his arrest, Saboonchi conspired with others to evade the Iran Trade Embargo and export to	Iran	numerous industrial parts, including hydraulic valves and connectors; and liquid pumps and valves, which can be used in the oil
15	652317	and freed more than 126 people, the West African nation's president said. (AP Photo/Sunday Alamba) Triumph or travesty, US-	Iran	ties warming over nuclear deal WASHINGTON (AP) Diplomatic triumph or travesty, America's relationship with one of its most intractable foes
15	652346	triumph or travesty, America's relationship with one of its most intractable foes took two giant leaps forward this weekend when	Iran	released four Americans in a prisoner swap after locking in last summer's nuclear deal and receiving some $100 billion in
15	652450	of another war in the Middle East. U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry speaks to journalists about his negotiations with	Iran	upon his arrival from Vienna at Andrews Air Force Base, Md., Sunday, Jan. 17, 2016. The Americans imprisoned by Iran
15	652470	Iran upon his arrival from Vienna at Andrews Air Force Base, Md., Sunday, Jan. 17, 2016. The Americans imprisoned by	Iran	began their journey home Sunday, their friends and family awaiting emotional reunions, after delicate diplomatic negotiations that played out quietly
15	652549	a U.S. military hospital. They will return home after medical evaluations. The fourth, Nosratollah Khosravi-Roodsari, opted to remain in	Iran	, officials said. The Islamic Republic released the prisoners in exchange for pardons or charges dropped against seven Iranians six of
15	652598	or accused of sanctions violations in the United States. A fifth American, student Matthew Trevithick, who had been detained in	Iran	for roughly 40 days, was released separately. For all the celebrations, the timing of the deal, finalized hours after Saturday
15	652623	was released separately. For all the celebrations, the timing of the deal, finalized hours after Saturday night's U.N. confirmation that	Iran	made good on pledges to significantly back away from atomic bomb-making capacity, suggested that the Americans possibly were used
15	652696	even greater economic benefits through suspended oil, trade and financial sanctions by the U.S. and European Union. Critics of Obama's	Iran	policy at home and abroad pounced on the details of the prisoner exchange and the new economic opportunities being afforded
15	652813	by Kerry and administration officials. The efforts were beset by several hitches, including the detention of 10 U.S. sailors by	Iran	last week in the Persian Gulf and U.S. plans in late December to impose new sanctions on Iran for ballistic
15	652831	sailors by Iran last week in the Persian Gulf and U.S. plans in late December to impose new sanctions on	Iran	for ballistic missile testing. The sailors were released after Kerry's intervention with Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif. The sanctions
15	652861	Kerry's intervention with Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif. The sanctions were delayed until Sunday, after the U.S. detainees left	Iran	. U.S. and Iranian officials hashed out the prisoner exchange over 11 or 12 meetings over a process that took a
15	652948	speaking with Zarif and Iranian President Hasan Rouhani's brother, Hossein Fereydoun, captured the moment. Things progressed significantly by November, when	Iran	was included for the first time in a meeting in Vienna on Syria's civil war. Kerry and Zarif met there
15	653210	envoy for the fight against the Islamic State group, was prepared to release individuals who violated nuclear-related sanctions on	Iran	, Kerry said. By Saturday night, those sanctions had been rescinded. "In the end, the president made the call," he said
15	653295	set to fly the plane ran into a mandatory crew rest. That set back takeoff several hours. The U.S. and	Iran	haven't had diplomatic relations since shortly after the 1979 Islamic revolution. The administration says this weekend's agreements won't change that
15	653379	some Democratic lawmakers in the United States, fretful. Republicans have denounced the outreach as a dangerous and undeserved concession to	Iran	. Israel remains steadfastly opposed to the Iran deal and any rapprochement with Tehran. Sunni Saudi Arabia has had tension with
15	653386	fretful. Republicans have denounced the outreach as a dangerous and undeserved concession to Iran. Israel remains steadfastly opposed to the	Iran	deal and any rapprochement with Tehran. Sunni Saudi Arabia has had tension with Iran since executing a Shiite cleric on
15	653400	Israel remains steadfastly opposed to the Iran deal and any rapprochement with Tehran. Sunni Saudi Arabia has had tension with	Iran	since executing a Shiite cleric on Jan. 2, which led to a severing of diplomatic ties between the two. Both
15	653431	to a severing of diplomatic ties between the two. Both of these countries, and others, are wary of an emboldened	Iran	. Some Republicans say the prisoner exchange could mean Iran seizes more Americans as hostages to facilitate future trades. But Kerry
15	653440	Both of these countries, and others, are wary of an emboldened Iran. Some Republicans say the prisoner exchange could mean	Iran	seizes more Americans as hostages to facilitate future trades. But Kerry said the successful talks over prisoners and nuclear matters
15	653532	that, Kerry said, but expressed hope. Kerry said he would remain at work on other Americans still being held in	Iran	. President Barack Obama leaves the podium after speaking about the release of Americans by Iran, Sunday, Jan. 17, 2016, in
15	653547	Americans still being held in Iran. President Barack Obama leaves the podium after speaking about the release of Americans by	Iran	, Sunday, Jan. 17, 2016, in the Cabinet Room of the White House in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin) U.S. Secretary
15	653591	Kerry signs a series of documents in Vienna, Austria, Saturday Jan. 16, 2016. U.S. Secretary of State, John Kerry confirms	Iran	in compliance with nuclear deal and lifts US nuclear-related sanctions. (Kevin Lamarque/Pool via AP) Merkel's migrant troubles flare
15	660145	security or that of our allies and partners," Obama said. President Barack Obama speaks about the release of Americans by	Iran	, Sunday, Jan. 17, 2016, in the Cabinet Room of the White House in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin) With the
15	660339	international obligations with impunity. The Obama administration worked for nearly 14 months behind the scenes to negotiate the prisoner trade.	Iran	also agreed to work to locate American Robert Levinson, who vanished during a trip to Iran in 2007. In a
15	660355	negotiate the prisoner trade. Iran also agreed to work to locate American Robert Levinson, who vanished during a trip to	Iran	in 2007. In a reciprocal move, Obama said that six Iranian-Americans and one Iranian serving sentences or awaiting trial
15	660404	were not charged with terrorism or any violent offenses. "They're civilians, and their release is a one-time gesture to	Iran	given the unique opportunity offered by this moment and the larger circumstances at play," Obama said. Obama said the U.S
15	660426	the unique opportunity offered by this moment and the larger circumstances at play," Obama said. Obama said the U.S and	Iran	had also resolved a longstanding dispute over money Iran used to buy military equipment from the U.S. before the two
15	660435	larger circumstances at play," Obama said. Obama said the U.S and Iran had also resolved a longstanding dispute over money	Iran	used to buy military equipment from the U.S. before the two countries broke ties. Iran will get more than $400
15	660450	a longstanding dispute over money Iran used to buy military equipment from the U.S. before the two countries broke ties.	Iran	will get more than $400 million, plus $1.3 billion in interest. The White House said its lawyers assessed that the
15	660540	a new path a different, better future that delivers progress for both our peoples and the wider world." Obama said	Iran	has a vibrant culture that has so much to contribute to the world in commerce, science and the arts, but
15	660572	the world in commerce, science and the arts, but "your government's threats and actions to destabilize your region have isolated	Iran	from much of the world." The Obama administration said it was prepared to test whether additional cooperation with Iran was
15	660591	isolated Iran from much of the world." The Obama administration said it was prepared to test whether additional cooperation with	Iran	was possible, most notably in resolving the civil war in Syria. White House officials said during a briefing held after
15	660616	in resolving the civil war in Syria. White House officials said during a briefing held after the president's address that	Iran	could play a significant role in resolving the Syrian civil war, but profound differences exist. They said Iran needs to
15	660634	address that Iran could play a significant role in resolving the Syrian civil war, but profound differences exist. They said	Iran	needs to understand the fighting won't be resolved as long as Syrian President Bashar Assad remains in power. The officials
15	660658	the fighting won't be resolved as long as Syrian President Bashar Assad remains in power. The officials said they know	Iran	is not going to dramatically change its actions in the next year or two. "If Iran does act in a
15	660674	officials said they know Iran is not going to dramatically change its actions in the next year or two. "If	Iran	does act in a more constructive fashion, it would be a positive development in resolving difficult issues," the White House
15	660741	http://twitter.com/jpaceDC and Kevin Freking at http://twitter.com/APkfreking. President Barack Obama speaks about the release of Americans by	Iran	, Sunday, Jan. 17, 2016, in the Cabinet Room of the White House in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin) Iraqi city
15	666575	when his car crashed in May 2014, just weeks after he received a recall notice. 2-Nuclear sanctions lifted as	Iran	, U.S. agree on prisoner swap By Lesley Wroughton and Yeganeh Torbati VIENNA/WASHINGTON, Jan 17 (Reuters) - Iran emerged from years
15	666592	sanctions lifted as Iran, U.S. agree on prisoner swap By Lesley Wroughton and Yeganeh Torbati VIENNA/WASHINGTON, Jan 17 (Reuters) -	Iran	emerged from years of economic isolation on Saturday when world powers lifted crippling sanctions against the Islamic Republic in return
15	666737	to exploit a market hungry for everything from automobiles to airplane parts. The U.N. nuclear watchdog ruled on Saturday that	Iran	had abided by an agreement last year with six world powers to curtail its nuclear programme, triggering the end of
15	666759	abided by an agreement last year with six world powers to curtail its nuclear programme, triggering the end of sanctions. "	Iran	has carried out all measures required under the (July deal) to enable Implementation Day (of the deal) to occur," the
15	666804	Energy Agency said in a statement. Within minutes, the United States formally lifted banking, steel, shipping and other sanctions on	Iran	, a major oil producer which has been virtually shut out of international markets for the past five years. The European
15	666862	114 civil aircraft from European aircraft maker Airbus. The end of sanctions means more money and prestige for Shi'ite Muslim	Iran	as it becomes deeply embroiled in the sectarian conflicts of the Middle East, notably in the Syrian civil war where
15	666980	are fueling sectarian war among the Islamic nation, and the hardliners in the U.S. congress," he added. America's thaw with	Iran	is viewed with deep suspicion by U.S. Republicans as well as American allies in the Middle East, including Israel and
15	667037	statement from the office Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office on Saturday night. "Even after the signing of the nuclear agreement,	Iran	has not abandoned its aspirations to acquire nuclear weapons, and continues to act to destabilise the Middle East and spread
15	667070	act to destabilise the Middle East and spread terrorism throughout the world while violating its international commitments," the statement said.	Iran	denies its nuclear programme was aimed at obtaining an atomic bomb. Washington maintains separate, less comprehensive sanctions on Iran over
15	667089	said. Iran denies its nuclear programme was aimed at obtaining an atomic bomb. Washington maintains separate, less comprehensive sanctions on	Iran	over its missile programme. Iran detained 10 U.S. Navy sailors on two boats in the Gulf a week ago, although
15	667094	programme was aimed at obtaining an atomic bomb. Washington maintains separate, less comprehensive sanctions on Iran over its missile programme.	Iran	detained 10 U.S. Navy sailors on two boats in the Gulf a week ago, although they were released the next
15	667135	day. DRAMATIC PRISONER DEAL In an unusual move, President Barack Obama pardoned three Iranian-Americans charged for violating sanctions against	Iran	, a lawyer for one of the men said, while prosecutors moved to drop charges against four Iranians outside the United
15	667157	lawyer for one of the men said, while prosecutors moved to drop charges against four Iranians outside the United States.	Iran	agreed to free five Americans including Rezaian and Saeed Abedini, an Iranian-American Christian pastor sentenced to eight years in
15	667201	on charges of undermining Iran's national security. But a U.S. official said four of the Americans had not yet left	Iran	due to logistical issues. The fifth prisoner, Matthew Trevithick, has left the country after 40 days in prison. Trevithick, a
15	667273	manoeuvring which came close to falling apart because of a threat by Washington in December to impose fresh sanctions on	Iran	for recent ballistic missile tests. The detente with Iran is opposed by all of the Republican candidates vying to succeed
15	667282	a threat by Washington in December to impose fresh sanctions on Iran for recent ballistic missile tests. The detente with	Iran	is opposed by all of the Republican candidates vying to succeed Obama as president in an election in November. Republican
15	667388	Pastor Saeed is coming home." Democratic presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton took credit for helping to start the sanctions pressure on	Iran	during her 2009-2013 tenure as Obama's secretary of state. "These are important steps that make the United States, our
15	667596	East. Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif has argued, including in a New York Times op-ed column last week, that	Iran	wants to help the global fight against Sunni Muslim militants like Islamic State and al Qaeda. "It's now time for
15	667631	al Qaeda. "It's now time for all - especially Muslim nations - to join hands and rid the world of violent extremism.	Iran	is ready," Zarif tweeted on Saturday. (OFFICIAL)-UPDATE 1-Fifth American released in Iran is traveler, reporter, rower By Jonathan
15	667645	rid the world of violent extremism. Iran is ready," Zarif tweeted on Saturday. (OFFICIAL)-UPDATE 1-Fifth American released in	Iran	is traveler, reporter, rower By Jonathan Landay and Scott Malone WASHINGTON/BOSTON, Jan 16 (Reuters) - The fifth American released by
15	667666	is traveler, reporter, rower By Jonathan Landay and Scott Malone WASHINGTON/BOSTON, Jan 16 (Reuters) - The fifth American released by	Iran	on Saturday after 40 days in prison is a journalist and student who had traveled and worked in conflict-torn
15	667737	of four other Americans who were released in a prisoner swap as international sanctions were due to be lifted on	Iran	. It is unclear why Trevithick, who was in Tehran studying Farsi, was imprisoned and his detention had not been reported
15	667935	forgotten province, making it the ideal test case for the future of this country." After leaving Afghanistan, Trevithick traveled to	Iran	in September, planning to spend four months studying Farsi in a center affiliated with Tehran University, according to a statement
15	669960	the former activist, who asked not to be named. "He has given the moderates their moral out." US prisoners leave	Iran	as Obama hails win for diplomacy By Lesley Wroughton and Parisa Hafezi WASHINGTON/ANKARA, Jan 17 (Reuters) - Three Iranian-Americans
15	669997	Reuters) - Three Iranian-Americans left Tehran on Sunday under a prisoner swap following the lifting of most international sanctions on	Iran	under a deal President Barack Obama said had cut off every path for Tehran to obtain a nuclear bomb. In
15	670080	for more than two weeks during tense negotiations to free five American prisoners, according to people familiar with the matter.	Iran	conducted a precision-guided ballistic missile test last October, violating a UN ban. "This is a good day because once
15	670283	official said. "We can confirm that our detained U.S. citizens have been released and that those who wished to depart	Iran	have left," a senior U.S. administration official said. Several Iranian-Americans held in U.S. prisons after being charged or convicted
15	670483	Iranian fiscal year, which begins in March, Rouhani told parliament the deal was a "turning point" for the economy of	Iran	, a major oil producer which has been virtually shut out of international markets for the past five years. He later
15	670602	able to exploit a market hungry for everything from automobiles to airplane parts. In The Hague, the United States and	Iran	settled a longstanding claim, releasing to Tehran $400 million in funds frozen since 1981 plus $1.3 billion in interest, the
15	670637	plus $1.3 billion in interest, the State Department said. The funds were part of a trust fund once used by	Iran	to purchase military equipment from the United States but which was tied up for decades in litigation at the Iran
15	670657	Iran to purchase military equipment from the United States but which was tied up for decades in litigation at the	Iran	-U.S. Claims Tribunal. The settlement announcement was made after Tehran released the American detainees. CROWNING ACHIEVEMENT FOR ROUHANI In Tehran
15	670718	wartime austerity for so long that they have no clear expectations about what the future might hold. America's thaw with	Iran	is viewed with deep suspicion by U.S. Republicans as well as allies of Washington in the Middle East, including Israel
15	670752	Washington in the Middle East, including Israel and Saudi Arabia. U.S.-Iranian suspicion still remains deeply entrenched. Rouhani said that	Iran	and the U.S. would not fully restore economic ties. Iran's Gulf Arab adversaries were silent on news of the nuclear
15	670813	from the office of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday night, which said that even after signing the nuclear deal	Iran	had not yet "abandoned its aspirations to acquire nuclear weapons". Rouhani took a swipe at Iran's critics. "Everybody is happy
15	670866	Islamic nation, and the hardliners in the U.S. congress," he said. The International Atomic Energy Agency ruled on Saturday that	Iran	had abided by last year's agreement with six world powers to curtail its nuclear programme, triggering the end of sanctions
15	670909	Yukiya Amano will travel to Tehran on Sunday to meet Rouhani and the head of the Atomic Energy Organisation of	Iran	, the IAEA said on Saturday. Minutes after the IAEA's ruling, the United States formally lifted banking, steel, shipping and other
15	670932	said on Saturday. Minutes after the IAEA's ruling, the United States formally lifted banking, steel, shipping and other sanctions on	Iran	. The EU likewise ended all nuclear-related economic and financial sanctions against the country. Most U.N. sanctions also automatically ended
15	670957	all nuclear-related economic and financial sanctions against the country. Most U.N. sanctions also automatically ended. MORE MONEY, PRESTIGE FOR	IRAN	The end of sanctions means more money and prestige for Shi'ite Muslim Iran as it becomes deeply embroiled in the
15	670970	also automatically ended. MORE MONEY, PRESTIGE FOR IRAN The end of sanctions means more money and prestige for Shi'ite Muslim	Iran	as it becomes deeply embroiled in the sectarian conflicts of the Middle East, notably in the Syrian civil war where
15	671053	out to ensure that the deal is strictly respected. Japan said it plans to lift most of its sanctions against	Iran	, including a halt to fresh investments in Iranian oil and gas projects, "within a few days". Somali Islamist rebels say
15	672545	their hero." The elections to the Assembly of Experts are likely to be crucial in determining the future path of	Iran	, the top Shi'ite Muslim power which plans to pour large amounts of crude oil on to the global market now
15	672904	protests against what activists say was a rigged presidential election in 2009. Rights groups and the United Nations have accused	Iran	of severely restricting freedom of expression, religion and the media as well criticising its high number of executions. Some analysts
15	673125	Sheikh Nimr al-Nimr, an outspoken opponent of the ruling Al Saudi family. Dozens were arrested, according to state media. "	Iran	has already adopted a moderate foreign policy. Even the hostility with the U.S. has transformed to a controlled one," said
15	673197	the regional crisis including the rise of Islamic State, often known to its enemies by the Arabic name of Daesh. "	Iran	and America need to work together in the region ... the taboo is broken and this channel of communication will remain
15	673266	in Tehran, taking 52 Americans hostage for 444 days. The official made clear there were limits to the rapprochement between	Iran	and the United States. "They have common interests and enemies ... Iran's fight against Daesh in Iraq and Syria is a
15	673373	or convicted for sanctions violations have been released, their lawyers told Reuters on Sunday, as part of a deal between	Iran	and the United States that also won the release of four Americans imprisoned in Iran. The United States said on
15	673388	part of a deal between Iran and the United States that also won the release of four Americans imprisoned in	Iran	. The United States said on Saturday that it had granted clemency to seven Iranians being held in U.S. jails or
15	673510	was already out on bail. Arash Ghahreman, convicted in 2015 of trying to export US-built marine navigation equipment to	Iran	, was also released, his attorney Ellis Johnston said on Sunday. A lawyer for Ali Saboonchi, convicted in 2014 for export
15	673542	lawyer for Ali Saboonchi, convicted in 2014 for export violations, said his client had also been released as of Sunday.	Iran	to receive $1.7 bln in U.S. claim settlement at the Hague WASHINGTON, Jan 17 (Reuters) - The United States and Iran
15	673562	Iran to receive $1.7 bln in U.S. claim settlement at the Hague WASHINGTON, Jan 17 (Reuters) - The United States and	Iran	on Sunday settled a longstanding claim at the Hague, releasing to Tehran $400 million in funds frozen since 1981 plus
15	674231	the statement said, adding that the identification by the Burkinabe authorities of many victims is still underway. Oman: Lifting of	Iran	curbs removes 'spectre of wars' DUBAI, Jan 17 (Reuters) - The Gulf Arab Sultanate of Oman said on Sunday the lifting
15	674257	DUBAI, Jan 17 (Reuters) - The Gulf Arab Sultanate of Oman said on Sunday the lifting of most international sanctions on	Iran	would advance peace prospects for the region and removed the threat of imminent war. Burkina Faso and Mali to coordinate
15	674974	Freed U.S. detainees arrive in Geneva, depart for Germany By Stephanie Nebehay GENEVA, Jan 17 (Reuters) - Three Americans freed by	Iran	on Sunday landed at Geneva airport in Switzerland around 1700 GMT (2 p.m. ET), a Swiss Foreign Ministry spokesman told
15	675107	The three Iranian-Americans left Tehran on Sunday under a prisoner swap following the lifting of most international sanctions on	Iran	under a deal that President Barack Obama said had cut off every path for Tehran to obtain a nuclear bomb
15	684573	and, by August 2017, hold elections. UN envoy Staffan de Mistura has visited not only Syria but also regional rivals	Iran	and Saudi Arabia which are fighting a proxy war in Syria and Iraq, but he has not issued invitations. Time
15	684763	groups which have seized urban centres and, in many cases, hold their inhabitants hostage. While Saudi Arabia said tensions with	Iran	should not threaten implementation of the roadmap, Iran warned it would withdraw from talks if they are not fruitful and
15	684771	many cases, hold their inhabitants hostage. While Saudi Arabia said tensions with Iran should not threaten implementation of the roadmap,	Iran	warned it would withdraw from talks if they are not fruitful and accused Saudi Arabia of playing a negative and
15	702385	PTI DUBAI/WASHINGTON Three Iranian-Americans left Tehran on Sunday under a prisoner swap following the lifting of sanctions on	Iran	that is likely to thaw ties further with the United States as Tehran emerges from years of international isolation. A
15	702500	official said. "We can confirm that our detained U.S. citizens have been released and that those who wished to depart	Iran	have left," a senior U.S. administration official said. Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif told CNN as the plane was
15	702584	manoeuvring which came close to falling apart because of a threat by Washington in December to impose fresh sanctions on	Iran	for recent ballistic missile tests. Speaking to parliament earlier on Sunday, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani hailed the nuclear deal with
15	702755	Iranian fiscal year, which begins in March, Rouhani told parliament the deal was a "turning point" for the economy of	Iran	, a major oil producer which has been virtually shut out of international markets for the past five years. "The nuclear
15	702906	able to exploit a market hungry for everything from automobiles to airplane parts. CROWNING ACHIEVEMENT FOR ROUHANI America's thaw with	Iran	is viewed with deep suspicion by U.S. Republicans as well as allies of Washington in the Middle East, including Israel
15	702963	statement from the office of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday night. "Even after the signing of the nuclear agreement,	Iran	has not abandoned its aspirations to acquire nuclear weapons, and continues to act to destabilise the Middle East and spread
15	703038	Islamic nation, and the hardliners in the U.S. congress," he said. The International Atomic Energy Agency ruled on Saturday that	Iran	had abided by last year's agreement with six world powers to curtail its nuclear programme, triggering the end of sanctions
15	703081	Yukiya Amano will travel to Tehran on Sunday to meet Rouhani and the head of the Atomic Energy Organisation of	Iran	, the IAEA said on Saturday. Minutes after the IAEA's ruling, the United States formally lifted banking, steel, shipping and other
15	703104	said on Saturday. Minutes after the IAEA's ruling, the United States formally lifted banking, steel, shipping and other sanctions on	Iran	. The EU likewise ended all nuclear-related economic and financial sanctions against the country. Most U.N. sanctions also automatically ended
15	703129	all nuclear-related economic and financial sanctions against the country. Most U.N. sanctions also automatically ended. MORE MONEY, PRESTIGE FOR	IRAN	The end of sanctions means more money and prestige for Shi'ite Muslim Iran as it becomes deeply embroiled in the
15	703142	also automatically ended. MORE MONEY, PRESTIGE FOR IRAN The end of sanctions means more money and prestige for Shi'ite Muslim	Iran	as it becomes deeply embroiled in the sectarian conflicts of the Middle East, notably in the Syrian civil war where
15	703195	achievement for Rouhani, a pragmatic cleric elected in 2013 in a landslide on a promise to reduce Iran's international isolation.	Iran	denies its nuclear programme was aimed at obtaining an atomic bomb. Washington maintains separate, less comprehensive sanctions on Iran over
15	703214	isolation. Iran denies its nuclear programme was aimed at obtaining an atomic bomb. Washington maintains separate, less comprehensive sanctions on	Iran	over its missile programme. Britain welcomed the deal's implementation, as did France which said it would keep a close eye
15	703253	close eye out to ensure that the deal is strictly respected. Japan plans to lift most of its sanctions against	Iran	, including a halt to fresh investments in Iranian oil and gas projects, "within a few days", a Foreign Ministry official
15	703294	said. The European Commission said it would undertake a first "technical assessment mission" in February to explore energy ties with	Iran	. The EU executive is particularly keen to develop Iranian energy supplies as an alternative to Russia, whose powerful role as
15	703344	and gas has divided the bloc. In Washington, President Barack Obama pardoned three Iranian-Americans charged with violating sanctions against	Iran	, a lawyer for one of the men said, while prosecutors moved to drop charges against four Iranians outside the United
15	703366	lawyer for one of the men said, while prosecutors moved to drop charges against four Iranians outside the United States.	Iran	agreed to free five Americans including Rezaian and Abedini, an Iranian-American Christian pastor sentenced to eight years in prison
15	710183	more on WashingtonExaminer.com GOP presidential candidate Ted Cruz on Sunday criticized the prisoner swap this weekend between the U.S. and	Iran	, saying the Obama administration is negotiating with terrorists and suggested the deal is part of the presidents overall weak foreign
15	710243	returns four Americans in exchange for the release of seven Iranians, whom Cruz said were detained for trying to help	Iran	with its nuclear program. U.S. officials said the Iranians were either sentenced or awaiting trial in the United States but
15	710375	in U.S. custody, as part of the deal. They were released hours before Secretary of State John Kerry announced that	Iran	had fulfilled its duties toward curtailing its pursuit of a nuclear weapon, in exchange for the lifting of crippling economic
15	711090	Devine told The Hill newspaper. Secretary of State John Kerry and the International Atomic Energy Agency said independently Saturday that	Iran	has completed the necessary steps in the international nuclear deal to allow Tehran to immediately recoup roughly $100 billion in
15	711113	the necessary steps in the international nuclear deal to allow Tehran to immediately recoup roughly $100 billion in frozen assets.	Iran	has honored its commitment to alter, in fact dismantle, much of its nuclear operation, Kerry said in Vienna. All of
15	711165	the first day of a safer world. The deal was reached last summer after roughly two years of negotiation between	Iran	, the United States and five other world powers. Iran has since shipped out tons of uranium and removed from service
15	711174	was reached last summer after roughly two years of negotiation between Iran, the United States and five other world powers.	Iran	has since shipped out tons of uranium and removed from service thousands of centrifuges -- key components in making a nuclear
15	711208	centrifuges -- key components in making a nuclear weapon. President Obama on Saturday signed executive orders lifting the economic sanctions on	Iran	, but it was unclear by early evening whether he would make a public statement. In addition to recouping hundreds of
15	711232	unclear by early evening whether he would make a public statement. In addition to recouping hundreds of billions of dollars,	Iran	and its economy will vastly benefit from new oil, trade and financial opportunities now that the Western sanctions against it
15	711356	that the United States should have demanded tougher rules for inspecting Irans nuclear-related facilities. President Obama's nuclear agreement with	Iran	is fatally flawed and gravely jeopardizes the national security interests of the American people, our ally Israel and other peaceful
15	711403	around the world, GOP presidential candidate Ben Carson said. Furthermore, the disastrous agreement will release more than $100 billion to	Iran	and allow it to continue exporting terrorism around the world. The announcement about Iran complying with the deal was also
15	711417	release more than $100 billion to Iran and allow it to continue exporting terrorism around the world. The announcement about	Iran	complying with the deal was also made by International Atomic Energy Agency General Yukiya Amano, who said he is also
15	714382	to this report. Click here for more from ABC7 Chicago. The White House acknowledged Saturday that the prisoner exchange with	Iran	that included Washington Post reporter Jason Razaian was connected to the international nuclear deal with Tehran but that it was
15	714504	opened up (wed) wanted to take advantage of it, the official also said. The exchange was four Americans held in	Iran	for seven Iranians sentenced or awaiting trial in the United States who are not associated with terrorism. The other Americans
15	714623	any charges against 14 Iranians previously sought but not in U.S. custody. They were released hours before Kerry announced that	Iran	had fulfilling its duties toward curtailing its pursuit of a nuclear weapon, in exchange for the lifting of crippling economic
15	714762	way home before the exchange was announced. The deal came just before International Atomic Energy Agency certified later Saturday that	Iran	had met all commitments under the landmark nuclear deal with six world powers. The deal ends sanctions against Iran and
15	714781	that Iran had met all commitments under the landmark nuclear deal with six world powers. The deal ends sanctions against	Iran	and frees more than $100 billion in the nations frozen assets. Today marks the first day of a safer world
15	715055	trying to build a secular orphanage in his homeland when he was arrested in September of 2012. A native of	Iran	, he had made frequent trips back to the Islamic Republic to see members of his family, even after converting to
15	715174	of people who have stood with us in our ongoing efforts. The family of Trevithick said he had gone to	Iran	in September for a four-month, intensive language program at the Dehkhoda Institute, a language center affiliated with Tehran University
15	715257	home, the family said. The release of prisoners did not include Robert Levinson, a former FBI agent last seen in	Iran	but whose status is unknown. The 67-year-old disappeared in 2007 while working for the CIA on an unapproved
15	715422	the prisoners, along with the expected implementation of the nuclear deal and sanctions relief, caps a week of intense U.S.-	Iran	diplomacy that took an unexpected turn on Tuesday with the detention by Iran of 10 U.S. Navy sailors and their
15	715435	relief, caps a week of intense U.S.-Iran diplomacy that took an unexpected turn on Tuesday with the detention by	Iran	of 10 U.S. Navy sailors and their two boats in the Persian Gulf. They were released in less than 24
15	716107	to this report. Click for more from Reuters. Despite the celebrated, one-time only deal the Obama administration made with	Iran	to release four detained Americans Saturday, two others are still believed to be imprisoned in Iran and werent part of
15	716123	Obama administration made with Iran to release four detained Americans Saturday, two others are still believed to be imprisoned in	Iran	and werent part of the prisoner swap. The exchange for the four Americans Washington Post reporter Jason Razaian, pastor Saeed
15	716173	didnt include Siamak Namazi or Robert Levinson. Namazi, 44, is an Iranian-American business man who advocated better ties between	Iran	and the U.S. The Washington Post reported Namazi was arrested on unknown charges in Tehran while he was visiting a
15	716208	Tehran while he was visiting a friend in October 2014. Namazi immigrated to the U.S. in 1983 and returned to	Iran	after graduating college to serve in Irans military. I dont know whats going on, Ahmad Kiarostami, a friend of Namazi
15	716274	surprised when Namazi wasnt released with the others. More on this U.S. officials said they plan to continue talking with	Iran	to secure the release of Namazi and to obtain information on the whereabouts of Levinson, who disappeared on an Iranian
15	716319	Levinson, 67, is an ex-FBI agent and was working with the CIA on an unapproved mission before he vanished.	Iran	has repeatedly denied knowing anything about Levinsons location and U.S. officials said it wasnt a good sign that he wasnt
15	716371	happy for those families, but angry and devastated, Suzanne Halpin, Levinsons sister-in-law, told the Post in an email.	Iran	has never acknowledged detaining Levinson and some U.S. intelligence officials think he may be dead. They were given every opportunity
15	716595	him at a hotel, Levinson vanished never to be heard from again. A WikiLeaks cable later revealed the U.S. suspects	Iran	is behind his disappearance. The CIA paid Levinson's family more than $2 million and some staffers lost their jobs over
15	716690	am not in good health. The four Americans were released Saturday hours before Secretary of State John Kerry announced that	Iran	had fulfilled its duties toward curtailing its pursuit of a nuclear weapon, in exchange for the lifting of crippling economic
15	716738	in frozen assets. The U.S. freed seven Iranian prisoners in the trade. A fifth American was later set free by	Iran	, which was announced separately. It was not yet clear when the Americans could return to the U.S. They were first
15	716797	the prisoners, along with the expected implementation of the nuclear deal and sanctions relief, caps a week of intense U.S.-	Iran	diplomacy that took an unexpected turn on Tuesday with the detention by Iran of 10 U.S. Navy sailors and their
15	716810	relief, caps a week of intense U.S.-Iran diplomacy that took an unexpected turn on Tuesday with the detention by	Iran	of 10 U.S. Navy sailors and their two boats in the Persian Gulf. They were released in less than 24
15	729009	critical role." NEWS LETTER Join the GlobalSecurity.org mailing list Enter Your Email Address Saudi warplanes kill 30 in NW Yemen	Iran	Press TV Sat Jan 16, 2016 10:24AM At least 30 people have been killed in a Saudi airstrike in
15	729328	NEWS LETTER Join the GlobalSecurity.org mailing list Enter Your Email Address New US drone raid kills 11 in eastern Afghanistan	Iran	Press TV Sat Jan 16, 2016 10:1AM Afghan authorities say at least eleven people have lost their lives in
15	729649	NEWS LETTER Join the GlobalSecurity.org mailing list Enter Your Email Address 7 killed in two separate attacks in northern Mali	Iran	Press TV Sat Jan 16, 2016 7:40AM Armed assailants in Mali have killed at least two soldiers and a
15	734350	nuclear weapons program by imposing stronger sanctions. NEWS LETTER Join the GlobalSecurity.org mailing list Enter Your Email Address IAEA confirms	Iran	honored commitments to JCPOA IRNA - Islamic Republic News Agency Tehran, Jan 16, IRNA -- The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) released
15	734377	Republic News Agency Tehran, Jan 16, IRNA -- The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) released a report on Saturday, confirming that	Iran	honored commitments to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action. IAEA confirmation leads to lifting sanctions by Europe and the US
15	734425	Iran's nuclear activities in exchange for, among other things, the removal of all nuclear-related economic and financial sanctions on	Iran	. Following the IAEA verification, Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and the European Union Foreign Policy Chief Federica Mogherini will
15	734519	read a joint statement on implementation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) and removal of sanctions imposed against	Iran	. The joint statement was read out in Vienna. The joint statement will pave the way for removal of all sanctions
15	734606	to implementation. Today, six months after finalisation of the historic agreement, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has verified that	Iran	has implemented its nuclear related commitments under the JCPOA. As Iran has fulfilled its commitments, today, multilateral and national economic
15	734617	the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has verified that Iran has implemented its nuclear related commitments under the JCPOA. As	Iran	has fulfilled its commitments, today, multilateral and national economic and financial sanctions related to Iran's nuclear programme are lifted in
15	734683	Germany, the Russian Federation, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, and the United States of America, and	Iran	will also cooperate in the field of peaceful uses of nuclear energy, in the framework of the JCPOA. UN sanctions
15	734805	and financial sanctions is effective. The United States today is ceasing the application of its nuclear-related statutory sanctions on	Iran	, including terminating relevant Executive Orders and licensing of certain activities, as specified in the JCPOA. The EU and the United
15	734884	the JCPOA as exactly agreed on 14 July 2015 through the Joint Commission, consisting of the E3/EU+3 and	Iran	, coordinated by the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy. On its side, the IAEA is entrusted with
15	734995	We also wish to express our appreciation to all those who led these negotiations on behalf of Islamic Republic of	Iran	and E3/EU+3 since 2003. All sides remain firmly convinced that this historic deal is both strong and fair
15	735162	implementation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA). Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, Head of Atomic Energy Organization of	Iran	(AEOI) Ali Akbar Salehi as well as Spokesman of the AEOI Behrouz Kamalvandi are accompanying Zarif during his Vienna visit
15	735356	has reported. End Item NEWS LETTER Join the GlobalSecurity.org mailing list Enter Your Email Address Obama signs executive order lifting	Iran	sanctions Iran Press TV Sat Jan 16, 2016 11:4PM US President Barack Obama has signed an executive order lifting
15	735358	End Item NEWS LETTER Join the GlobalSecurity.org mailing list Enter Your Email Address Obama signs executive order lifting Iran sanctions	Iran	Press TV Sat Jan 16, 2016 11:4PM US President Barack Obama has signed an executive order lifting US economic
15	735381	Sat Jan 16, 2016 11:4PM US President Barack Obama has signed an executive order lifting US economic sanctions on	Iran	, the White House announced. The White House made the announcement on Saturday, after US Secretary of State John Kerry issued
15	735413	Saturday, after US Secretary of State John Kerry issued a statement confirming the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) verified that	Iran	'has fully implemented its required commitments.' The executive order finds that Iran's compliance with the Vienna nuclear agreement 'marks a
15	735454	fundamental shift in circumstances with respect to Iran's nuclear program.' Earlier in the day, UN and EU officials announced that	Iran	completed the necessary steps in the he Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), and announced to remove international economic sanctions
15	735476	the necessary steps in the he Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), and announced to remove international economic sanctions against	Iran	, imposed against the Islamic Republic based on unfounded accusations over Tehran's nuclear energy program. Iran and the P5+1 - the
15	735491	remove international economic sanctions against Iran, imposed against the Islamic Republic based on unfounded accusations over Tehran's nuclear energy program.	Iran	and the P5+1 - the United States, France, Britain, Russia, China and Germany - finalized the text of the JCPOA in
15	735554	the removal of all nuclear-related economic and financial bans against the Islamic Republic. US officials have for years accused	Iran	of using its nuclear energy program for non-civilian purposes, claims that have never been verified despite exhaustive and unprecedented
15	735599	slams lifting of sanctions Meanwhile, Paul Ryan, speaker of the US Republican-dominated House of Representatives, on Saturday denounced the	Iran	nuclear agreement and lifting of US sanctions against Tehran. NEWS LETTER Join the GlobalSecurity.org mailing list Enter Your Email Address
15	735627	against Tehran. NEWS LETTER Join the GlobalSecurity.org mailing list Enter Your Email Address Sanctions imposed over Iran's nuclear program lifted	Iran	Press TV Sat Jan 16, 2016 9:22PM Sanctions imposed on Iran over its nuclear program are lifted following confirmation
15	735639	Address Sanctions imposed over Iran's nuclear program lifted Iran Press TV Sat Jan 16, 2016 9:22PM Sanctions imposed on	Iran	over its nuclear program are lifted following confirmation of Tehran's commitment to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action by the
15	735707	Vienna on Saturday. Mogherini read out a statement in English which was subsequently read out by Zarif in Persian. 'As	Iran	has fulfilled its commitments, today, multilateral and national economic and financial sanctions related to Iran's nuclear program are lifted in
15	735860	the Iranian nation in a tweet for the "glorious victory." Earlier on Saturday, IAEA Director General Yukiya Amano announced that	Iran	had taken the "necessary preparatory steps to start the implementation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA)." Meanwhile, US
15	735894	Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA)." Meanwhile, US President Barack Obama signed an executive order for the removal of sanctions on	Iran	, the White House announced. Iran and the five permanent members of the UN Security Council Britain, China, France, Russia and
15	735899	Meanwhile, US President Barack Obama signed an executive order for the removal of sanctions on Iran, the White House announced.	Iran	and the five permanent members of the UN Security Council Britain, China, France, Russia and the United States plus Germany
15	735965	sanctions against the Islamic Republic. NEWS LETTER Join the GlobalSecurity.org mailing list Enter Your Email Address Technical clarifications underway in	Iran	deal: Washington Iran Press TV Sat Jan 16, 2016 6:15PM Officials at the US State Department have announced that
15	735968	Islamic Republic. NEWS LETTER Join the GlobalSecurity.org mailing list Enter Your Email Address Technical clarifications underway in Iran deal: Washington	Iran	Press TV Sat Jan 16, 2016 6:15PM Officials at the US State Department have announced that Iran's nuclear agreement
15	736046	taking place but 'there is no major issue being fought over,' AP reported. The comments come as top diplomats from	Iran	, the United States and the European Union are in Vienna, Austria, ahead of the implementation of the historic nuclear agreement
15	736163	will come into effect immediately after the IAEA publishes its report on Saturday. The implementation of the nuclear agreement with	Iran	will end international sanctions against the country over restrictions on its nuclear activities. Iran-US Swap Meanwhile, reports say the
15	736177	implementation of the nuclear agreement with Iran will end international sanctions against the country over restrictions on its nuclear activities.	Iran	-US Swap Meanwhile, reports say the two countries freed a number of citizens as part of a prisoner exchange agreement
15	736321	citizen release issue,' Reuters quoted the official as saying. NEWS LETTER Join the GlobalSecurity.org mailing list Enter Your Email Address	Iran	: All sanctions to be annulled today Iran Press TV Sat Jan 16, 2016 8:22AM Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad
15	736328	as saying. NEWS LETTER Join the GlobalSecurity.org mailing list Enter Your Email Address Iran: All sanctions to be annulled today	Iran	Press TV Sat Jan 16, 2016 8:22AM Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says "all oppressive sanctions imposed against
15	736413	the implementation," Zarif told reporters on arrival in Vienna in reference to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action reached between	Iran	and the P5+1 group of countries last year. "We think that the implementation of the JCPOA is not only
15	736647	chief Federica Mogherini about the JCPOA. The Iranian foreign minister will also meet with US Secretary of State John Kerry.	Iran	and the five permanent members of the UN Security Council Britain, China, France, Russia and the United States plus Germany
15	736710	the removal of sanctions against the Islamic Republic. The EU had already expressed preparedness to lift its economic sanctions against	Iran	as soon as the UN nuclear agency verifies Tehran's compliance. Diplomatic sources said on Friday that the 28-member bloc
15	736765	Day.' On Friday, US President Barack Obama lifted a decades-old ban on the export of civilian passenger aircraft to	Iran	, officials said in Washington. NEWS LETTER Join the GlobalSecurity.org mailing list Enter Your Email Address Iran, EU Announce Implementation Of
15	736781	civilian passenger aircraft to Iran, officials said in Washington. NEWS LETTER Join the GlobalSecurity.org mailing list Enter Your Email Address	Iran	, EU Announce Implementation Of Nuclear Deal January 16, 2016 by RFE/RL Iran and the European Union agree that Tehran
15	736794	GlobalSecurity.org mailing list Enter Your Email Address Iran, EU Announce Implementation Of Nuclear Deal January 16, 2016 by RFE/RL	Iran	and the European Union agree that Tehran has kept its nuclear promises and that sanctions relief for Iran can now
15	736812	RFE/RL Iran and the European Union agree that Tehran has kept its nuclear promises and that sanctions relief for	Iran	can now be implemented. Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and the EU's foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini announced the
15	736930	President Barack Obama issued an executive order revoking U.S. sanctions on transactions by non-Americans with the Central Bank of	Iran	and the National Iranian Oil Company. The EU procedure for lifting sanctions is expected to be rapid. An official decision
15	736985	required to finalize the process, together with a publication in the EU's Official Journal. The total international sanctions relief for	Iran	is worth an estimated $100 billion. The announcement of implementation comes shortly after the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said
15	737011	billion. The announcement of implementation comes shortly after the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said earlier on January 16 that	Iran	has complied with its preparatory commitments under the nuclear deal signed between Tehran and six world powers in July. IAEA
15	737041	deal signed between Tehran and six world powers in July. IAEA Director General Yukiya Amano issued a report concluding that '	Iran	has completed the necessary preparatory steps to start the implementation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action.' To meet its
15	737068	to start the implementation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action.' To meet its preparatory commitments under the July deal,	Iran	was required to slash by two-thirds its uranium centrifuges, reduce its stockpile of uranium, and to remove the core
15	737097	uranium centrifuges, reduce its stockpile of uranium, and to remove the core of the Arak reactor which could have given	Iran	weapons-grade plutonium. Prior to the deal, Iran had enough enriched uranium for several bombs. The July deal between Tehran
15	737105	to remove the core of the Arak reactor which could have given Iran weapons-grade plutonium. Prior to the deal,	Iran	had enough enriched uranium for several bombs. The July deal between Tehran and six world powers is intended to extend
15	737135	deal between Tehran and six world powers is intended to extend to at least a year the length of time	Iran	would need to make one nuclear bomb's worth of fissile material. Iran's nuclear program will be subject to close IAEA
15	737165	fissile material. Iran's nuclear program will be subject to close IAEA inspections to assure ongoing compliance. The West had accused	Iran	of pursuing a nuclear bomb, something Iran denied. The sanctions levied on Tehran over its nuclear activities had cut off
15	737172	subject to close IAEA inspections to assure ongoing compliance. The West had accused Iran of pursuing a nuclear bomb, something	Iran	denied. The sanctions levied on Tehran over its nuclear activities had cut off Iran from the global financial system, significantly
15	737186	of pursuing a nuclear bomb, something Iran denied. The sanctions levied on Tehran over its nuclear activities had cut off	Iran	from the global financial system, significantly reduced the exports of a major oil producer, and imposed economic hardship on ordinary
15	737274	by Washington's European allies, who joined Obama in tightening sanctions on Tehran as part of a joint strategy to force	Iran	to negotiate. Based on reporting by AP, AFP, and Reuters Source: http://www.rferl.org/content/iran-iaea-complies-nuclear-commitments/27491898
15	737289	a joint strategy to force Iran to negotiate. Based on reporting by AP, AFP, and Reuters Source: http://www.rferl.org/content/	iran	-iaea-complies-nuclear-commitments/27491898.html Copyright (c) 2016. RFE/RL, Inc. Reprinted with the permission of Radio Free Europe
15	737376	be lifted on January 16. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is expected to issue its final report confirming that	Iran	has complied with its commitments under the landmark nuclear deal reached between Iran and world powers last year. The release
15	737389	to issue its final report confirming that Iran has complied with its commitments under the landmark nuclear deal reached between	Iran	and world powers last year. The release of the report will trigger 'Implementation Day' and the lifting of some U.S
15	737492	Federica Mogherini, and IAEA chief Yukiya Amano later on January 16. 'Today is a good day for the people of	Iran	and the sanctions will be lifted today,' Zarif told reporters in Vienna. He added that it was also a 'good
15	737528	it was also a 'good day for the world' and 'for the region.' Under the historic deal signed in July,	Iran	agreed to curb its nuclear program in exchange for the lifting of sanctions that have crippled its economy. IAEA certification
15	737550	to curb its nuclear program in exchange for the lifting of sanctions that have crippled its economy. IAEA certification that	Iran	is honoring its obligations would trigger sanctions relief for Iran worth an estimated $100 billion. The sanctions have cut off
15	737560	of sanctions that have crippled its economy. IAEA certification that Iran is honoring its obligations would trigger sanctions relief for	Iran	worth an estimated $100 billion. The sanctions have cut off Iran from the global financial system, significantly reduced the exports
15	737571	is honoring its obligations would trigger sanctions relief for Iran worth an estimated $100 billion. The sanctions have cut off	Iran	from the global financial system, significantly reduced the exports of a major oil producer, and imposed economic hardship on ordinary
15	737661	by Washington's European allies, who joined Obama in tightening sanctions on Tehran as part of a joint strategy to force	Iran	to negotiate. With reporting by AP, AFP, and Reuters Source: http://www.rferl.org/content/iran-zarif- sanctions-lifted-today/27491291.html
15	737675	of a joint strategy to force Iran to negotiate. With reporting by AP, AFP, and Reuters Source: http://www.rferl.org/content/	iran	-zarif- sanctions-lifted-today/27491291.html Copyright (c) 2016. RFE/RL, Inc. Reprinted with the permission of Radio Free Europe
15	737716	Radio Liberty, 1201 Connecticut Ave., N.W. Washington DC 20036. NEWS LETTER Join the GlobalSecurity.org mailing list Enter Your Email Address	Iran	Frees Washington Post Reporter January 16, 2016 by RFE/RL Tehran has freed Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian and three
15	737765	swap deal that also saw Washington release seven Iranian nationals. Rezaian, the Post's Tehran bureau chief, had been imprisoned in	Iran	for more than a year on espionage charges. He and The Washington Post have repeatedly denied the charges, saying he
15	737800	repeatedly denied the charges, saying he was arrested as a bargaining chip in a larger political game. Also released by	Iran	were pastor Saeed Abedini, an Iranian-American in jail for three years after being convicted of undermining national security, and
15	737884	with Iran's IRNA news agency earlier naming him as Iranian-American businessman Siamak Namazi. Reuters quotes U.S. officials as saying	Iran	also has released a fifth person separately from the prisoner exchange, an American student named Matthew Trevithick. U.S. officials confirmed
15	738000	on sanctions-busting charges, according to a recent Reuters review of cases. U.S. Prosecutors say they violated economic sanctions against	Iran	by supplying technology that could have been used to bolster its military and nuclear programs. The prisoner swap came as
15	738021	by supplying technology that could have been used to bolster its military and nuclear programs. The prisoner swap came as	Iran	and world powers led by the United States are expected on January 16 to finally implement July's nuclear deal, which
15	738090	obligations to restrict its nuclear programs under the deal. With reporting by AFP, dpa, and AP Source: http://www.rferl.org/content/	iran	-prisoners- dual-nationals-released-rezaian/27491664.html Copyright (c) 2016. RFE/RL, Inc. Reprinted with the permission of Radio Free
15	738132	Radio Liberty, 1201 Connecticut Ave., N.W. Washington DC 20036. NEWS LETTER Join the GlobalSecurity.org mailing list Enter Your Email Address	Iran	Sanctions Lifted as Nuclear Deal Reaches 'Implementation Day' by Pamela Dockins January 16, 2016 The International Atomic Energy Agency on
15	738156	Nuclear Deal Reaches 'Implementation Day' by Pamela Dockins January 16, 2016 The International Atomic Energy Agency on Saturday certified that	Iran	had met the provisions of the nuclear deal crafted by world powers, a move that cleared the way for Tehran
15	738197	to get relief from crippling international nuclear-related sanctions. Yukiya Amano, the IAEA director-general, released a statement confirming that	Iran	had completed the necessary steps for implementation of the multinational agreement. EU High Representative for Foreign Policy Federica Mogherini announced
15	738309	both 'fair and strong' and that its 'proper implementation' would be a 'key contribution to regional and international peace.' US-	Iran	prisoner swap Word of implementation came on the same day that Iran and the U.S. swapped prisoners. The five Americans
15	738321	key contribution to regional and international peace.' US-Iran prisoner swap Word of implementation came on the same day that	Iran	and the U.S. swapped prisoners. The five Americans freed included Washington Post correspondent Jason Rezaian and Amir Hekmati, a former
15	738390	Zarif. Conclusion of lengthy process The implementation of the agreement was the culmination of nearly two years of intense negotiations.	Iran	and the major world powers the United States, five other nations and the European Union reached agreement last July on
15	738452	rollback of sanctions. Implementation of the agreement has proceeded during the ensuing six months. In one of the final steps,	Iran	said Thursday that it had removed the core of its Arak heavy-water nuclear reactor and pumped cement into that
15	738499	could not be returned to service to produce a nuclear weapon. World powers have voiced their suspicions for years that	Iran	was trying to build nuclear weapons, although Tehran said its nuclear program was intended for peaceful purposes. In addition to
15	738531	program was intended for peaceful purposes. In addition to the sanctions that shut down much of the West's trade with	Iran	, financial penalties imposed on the Islamic Republic 'froze' or blocked at least $50 billion of the country's assets held abroad
15	738678	would be in three categories. The official said one category involved food and other products, such as importing pistachios from	Iran	as well as Iranian carpets. The second category would be more freedom for Iran to purchase civilian aviation equipment from
15	738692	products, such as importing pistachios from Iran as well as Iranian carpets. The second category would be more freedom for	Iran	to purchase civilian aviation equipment from the United States. Third, the official said, foreign subsidiaries of U.S. companies will have
15	738718	from the United States. Third, the official said, foreign subsidiaries of U.S. companies will have more freedom to engage with	Iran	, as long as they abide by other U.S. government requirements. Countries that have engaged in extensive trade with Iran in
15	738737	with Iran, as long as they abide by other U.S. government requirements. Countries that have engaged in extensive trade with	Iran	in the past are likely to see the most benefits from Iran's sanctions relief, said Atlantic Council Iran initiative director
15	738755	trade with Iran in the past are likely to see the most benefits from Iran's sanctions relief, said Atlantic Council	Iran	initiative director Barbara Slavin, who spoke via Skype. These are 'Asian countries, where Iran already has a lot of assets
15	738769	Iran's sanctions relief, said Atlantic Council Iran initiative director Barbara Slavin, who spoke via Skype. These are 'Asian countries, where	Iran	already has a lot of assets in their banks, money that has been frozen, oil revenues that have been frozen
15	738808	been frozen,' said Slavin. She also said some European countries and Russia could benefit. 'The Russians will try to sell	Iran	some more nuclear power plants,' Slavin added. Flashpoints remain Although implementation will open the door to some trade between the
15	738831	nuclear power plants,' Slavin added. Flashpoints remain Although implementation will open the door to some trade between the U.S. and	Iran	, it will not result in the U.S. overlooking other areas of concern about Tehran, said State Department spokesman Mark Toner
15	738891	Implementation Day that a whole new world is going to open up and we are suddenly going to cooperate with	Iran	.' Those areas of concern include Iran's recent ballistic missile tests and its firing of rockets near a U.S. military ship
15	739008	been brought up repeatedly on the campaign trail. 'It seems to be an indication of where we are going. That	Iran	deal is the dumbest deal I think I've ever seen,' Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said at a campaign event
15	739078	of compliance goes well. 'If there are no violations and the deal is seen to be working to be preventing	Iran	from moving toward a nuclear weapon then I think it will be much more difficult for a president to justify
15	739136	The U.S. House of Representatives voted on a measure Wednesday that would have prevented President Barack Obama from lifting some	Iran	-related sanctions. However, lawmakers then revoked their vote and scheduled another vote on the provision in late January. Any U.S
15	739247	At a Washington forum earlier in the week, Kerry said, 'We will ensure that the specter of a nuclear-armed	Iran	is removed as a threat to Middle East security and global peace.' Slavin said Tehran's compliance, in the long run
15	739305	the Saudis try to get nuclear weapons,' she said. NEWS LETTER Join the GlobalSecurity.org mailing list Enter Your Email Address	Iran	, US Swap Prisoners as Nuclear Deal is Finalized by Pamela Dockins, Ken Bredemeier January 16, 2016 Iran and the United
15	739322	Your Email Address Iran, US Swap Prisoners as Nuclear Deal is Finalized by Pamela Dockins, Ken Bredemeier January 16, 2016	Iran	and the United States each released prisoners Saturday in a complex swap agreed on just before diplomats in Vienna announced
15	739355	agreed on just before diplomats in Vienna announced implementation of a nuclear pact between a group of global powers and	Iran	. The freed Americans include Washington Post correspondent Jason Rezaian, held more than 500 days on espionage charges that have been
15	739409	pastor and an Iranian-American who was a member of the U.S. Marine Corps also were being freed. In all,	Iran	was to release five Americans, U.S. officials said. Nuclear deal announcement expected In Vienna, where diplomats gathered to await an
15	739436	officials said. Nuclear deal announcement expected In Vienna, where diplomats gathered to await an announcement that the nuclear deal with	Iran	was being implemented, U.S. officials said the agreement on releasing prisoners was the outcome of 14 months of negotiations, concluded
15	739561	the 14 Iranians, after 'it was assessed that extradition requests were unlikely to be successful" apparently because they are in	Iran	. Airbus deal In another major development related to the unfolding story of the nuclear agreement's implementation and the prisoners' release
15	739590	the unfolding story of the nuclear agreement's implementation and the prisoners' release, reports in the Middle East late Saturday said	Iran	was about to announce a deal with the European consortium Airbus to buy 114 passenger aircraft a mammoth purchase that
15	739613	to announce a deal with the European consortium Airbus to buy 114 passenger aircraft a mammoth purchase that cash-starved	Iran	presumably could only afford once it is free from economic sanctions and resumes selling its extensive oil production on open
15	739681	agreement between Tehran and the major powers the United States, Britain, France, Germany, China and Russia. The deal calls for	Iran	to curb its nuclear development program in exchange for the lifting of international sanctions that have hobbled its economy. But
15	739754	technical clarifications currently taking place.' U.S. officials in the Austrian capital said the freed Americans were to be flown from	Iran	to Switzerland, and then to a U.S. military hospital in Germany for medical treatment. The fourth prisoner Tehran released was
15	739790	fourth prisoner Tehran released was identified as Nosratollah Khosravi-Roodsari, about whom little was immediately known. The fifth American leaving	Iran	, student Matthew Trevithick, had been detained for 40 days while he was in Iran for an intensive language program to
15	739804	immediately known. The fifth American leaving Iran, student Matthew Trevithick, had been detained for 40 days while he was in	Iran	for an intensive language program to increase his fluency in Dari, a language closely related to Farsi. Tehran's public prosecutor
15	739956	Amir Hekmati, was arrested during a family visit to Tehran in 2011. Robert Levinson As part of the prisoner release,	Iran	agreed to try to determine the fate of Robert Levinson, a former U.S. FBI agent who disappeared there in 2007
15	740006	to the Central Intelligence Agency. U.S. officials have said they are not sure he is still alive, but said that	Iran	has 'committed to continue cooperating with the United States to determine the whereabouts of Robert Levinson.' The lengthy and complex
15	740029	to continue cooperating with the United States to determine the whereabouts of Robert Levinson.' The lengthy and complex negotiations with	Iran	about its nuclear program climaxed in an agreement announced last July, but there was no mention of the prisoners issue
15	740142	the United States agreed to swap Saturday for four Americans all were accused or convicted of violating economic sanctions against	Iran	aimed at forcing it to abandon any effort to build a nuclear weapon. The U.S. said six of the seven
15	740193	lived in the United States for years before drawing the attention of U.S. authorities who were investigating trade deals with	Iran	that were banned by the sanctions. In addition, as part of the prisoner swap, the U.S. agreed to dismiss charges
15	740262	U.S. for trial. One of the seven Iranians freed was Nader Modanlo, a naturalized U.S. citizen who was born in	Iran	and is now in his mid-50s. He was the principal owner of an aerospace company outside Washington and was
15	740376	year prison term for conspiring to violate the trade ban and seven counts of exporting American-manufactured industrial products to	Iran	. According to testimony at his trial, Saboonchi shipped the products to companies in China and the United Arab Emirates that
15	740402	trial, Saboonchi shipped the products to companies in China and the United Arab Emirates that then sent them on to	Iran	. Cyber attack case Nima Golestaneh was in a U.S. jail awaiting sentencing after pleading guilty last month of helping carry
15	740502	a plan to export electronics to a Dubai company operated by a friend, knowing they would be shipped on to	Iran	. He is appealing his conviction and a 6-year prison term, saying he did not know the items were destined
15	740524	is appealing his conviction and a 6-year prison term, saying he did not know the items were destined for	Iran	. The other three Iranians, Bahram Mechanic and Tooraj Faridi, both of Houston, and Khosrow Afghahi of Los Angeles, were charged
15	740560	of Los Angeles, were charged in a 24-count indictment last year with exporting $24 million worth of electronics to	Iran	that Tehran could have used in a range of military systems, including surface-to-air and cruise missiles. It was
15	740590	military systems, including surface-to-air and cruise missiles. It was unclear whether the seven would leave the U.S. for	Iran	, but they are free to stay in the United States. NEWS LETTER Join the GlobalSecurity.org mailing list Enter Your Email
15	740648	updated 02:45 17.01.2016) US Department of the Treasury released a set of documents, which define the sanctions lifted from	Iran	, including the restrictions imposed on Central Bank of Iran and National Iranian Oil Company. WASHINGTON (Sputnik) US Department of the
15	740657	released a set of documents, which define the sanctions lifted from Iran, including the restrictions imposed on Central Bank of	Iran	and National Iranian Oil Company. WASHINGTON (Sputnik) US Department of the Treasury (DoT) released a set of documents, which define
15	740682	Company. WASHINGTON (Sputnik) US Department of the Treasury (DoT) released a set of documents, which define the sanctions lifted from	Iran	, including the restrictions imposed on Central Bank of Iran and National Iranian Oil Company, because of the Joint Comprehensive Plan
15	740691	released a set of documents, which define the sanctions lifted from Iran, including the restrictions imposed on Central Bank of	Iran	and National Iranian Oil Company, because of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) implementation. 'In particular, beginning on Implementation
15	740748	with individuals and entities set out in Attachment 3 to Annex II of the JCPOA, including: the Central Bank of	Iran	(CBI)and other specified Iranian financial institutions; the National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC), the Naftiran Intertrade Company (NICO), the National
15	740794	other specified individuals and entities,' the DoT said in one of the documents on Saturday. The DoT's measures also allow	Iran	to sell its oil to the third countries as well as to import civilian airliners. According to a high-ranking
15	740842	Barack Obama, the sanctions have been lifted from more than 400 individuals and entities, but some 200 people related to	Iran	will be on the sanction list. On July 14, Iran and the P5+1 group of countries comprising the United
15	740852	400 individuals and entities, but some 200 people related to Iran will be on the sanction list. On July 14,	Iran	and the P5+1 group of countries comprising the United States, Russia, China, France and the United Kingdom plus Germany
15	740912	NEWS LETTER Join the GlobalSecurity.org mailing list Enter Your Email Address Pakistan has executed 332 people since late 2014: Report	Iran	Press TV Sat Jan 16, 2016 5:43PM Pakistan's Ministry of the Interior and Narcotics Control says more than 330
15	742696	1416 NEWS LETTER Join the GlobalSecurity.org mailing list Enter Your Email Address Syria fighters ready for operation to liberate Aleppo	Iran	Press TV Sat Jan 16, 2016 9:25AM The Syrian army is preparing for its biggest operation since the beginning
15	745410	Kao) Enditem/ls NEWS LETTER Join the GlobalSecurity.org mailing list Enter Your Email Address China warns Taiwan against independence activities	Iran	Press TV Sat Jan 16, 2016 5:53PM China has warned Taiwan against any independence activities, after the leader of
15	745758	civil war. NEWS LETTER Join the GlobalSecurity.org mailing list Enter Your Email Address Taiwan's Tsai Ing-wen wins presidential election	Iran	Press TV Sat Jan 16, 2016 1:40PM Taiwan's Tsai Ing-wen from the pro-separation opposition has won the
15	746877	LETTER Join the GlobalSecurity.org mailing list Enter Your Email Address Over dozen remanded in custody in Turkey over alleged eavesdropping	Iran	Press TV Sat Jan 16, 2016 7:2AM Turkey has remanded in custody more than a dozen people as part
15	777783	next couple of years, she said. SHARE THIS ARTICLE ON India is now free to resume normal trading ties with	Iran	that were disrupted by US and EU sanctions related to Tehrans nuclear weapons program that were lifted on Saturday. India
15	777849	sanctions, around $6.5 billion. The sanctions were lifted after the International Atomic Energy Agency certified on Saturday Implementation Day that	Iran	had completed its part of the agreement with western powers. Under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, as the agreement
15	777872	its part of the agreement with western powers. Under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, as the agreement was called,	Iran	has shipped out of country 25,000 pounds of enriched uranium, cutting its stockpile by 98%. It has removed two-thirds
15	777919	core of core of Arak Heavy Water Research Reactor with concrete, eliminating its potential source of weapons-grade plutonium. And,	Iran	has allowed IAEA inspectors, who will for the first time be equipped with modern safeguard technologies, unprecedented access to its
15	777981	foldas a result, from two months to a year, a senior US official told reporters in DC. The US and	Iran	also announced on Saturday a swap of prisoners under which Washington Post journalist Jason Rezaian would be heading home to
15	778015	Jason Rezaian would be heading home to freedom after 18 months in jail. Read | US, EU lift economic sanctions against	Iran	for nuke deal compliance President Barack Obama signed executive orders lifting the sanctions including those called secondary, which applied to
15	778077	related to banking and financial institutions, underwriting services, insurance and re-insurance. In short, every sanction that curtailed trading with	Iran	. Sanctions related to Irans alleged support of international terrorist groups such as Hezbollah and rights abuse remain in place. But
15	778145	up a whopping 13% when EU oil embargo was announced,. It came down to 11% when US sanctions kicked, and	Iran	soon dropped to number seven seller to India, which switched to Saudi Arabia and Iraq to make good the shortfall
15	778237	certain volume well below their requirements. Additionally, US sanctions made it difficult for India to pay for crude purchased from	Iran	as it was prohibited under the sanctions from dealing with designated Iranian banks. Read | 7 Iranian prisoners in US to
15	786638	in 2014, have yet to agree to take part in the process. The UN nuclear agency certified on Saturday that	Iran	has met all of its commitments under last summers landmark nuclear deal, crowning years of US-led efforts to crimp
15	786666	last summers landmark nuclear deal, crowning years of US-led efforts to crimp Irans ability to make atomic weapons. For	Iran	, the move lifts Western economic sanctions that have been in place for years, unlocking access to $100 billion in frozen
15	786707	assets and unleashing new opportunities for its battered economy. US secretary of state John Kerry and the top diplomats of	Iran	and the European Union hailed the accord, reached after years of setbacks and a full decade after the start of
15	786779	we are really reminded once again of diplomacys power to tackle significant challenges. Additionally, Kerry linked the trust built between	Iran	and the United States over the past two years of talks to the release by Iran on Saturday of four
15	786795	the trust built between Iran and the United States over the past two years of talks to the release by	Iran	on Saturday of four Americans who also hold Iranian nationality. Thanks to years of hard work and committed dialogue, he
15	786904	find practical solutions that are effectively implemented. In Washington, US President Barack Obama signed executive orders lifting economic sanctions on	Iran	, while Kerry confirmed that the UNs International Atomic Energy Agency could verify that Iran has fully implemented its required commitments
15	786918	executive orders lifting economic sanctions on Iran, while Kerry confirmed that the UNs International Atomic Energy Agency could verify that	Iran	has fully implemented its required commitments. The July 14 deal, struck after decades of hostility, defused the likelihood of US
15	786944	commitments. The July 14 deal, struck after decades of hostility, defused the likelihood of US or Israeli military action against	Iran	while creating an opening for future cooperation on calming the tumultuous Middle East. But proof that it had been fully
15	787093	US-Iranian tension moved toward resolution with officials of both nations announcing the prisoner releases. The four Americans imprisoned in	Iran	were exchanged for seven Iranians held or charged in the United States. US officials said the four -- Washington Post reporter
15	787133	reporter Jason Rezaian, former US Marine Amir Hekmati, pastor Saeed Abedini and Nosratollah Khosravi-Roodsari -- were to be flown from	Iran	to Switzerland on a Swiss plane and then brought to a US military hospital in Landstuhl, Germany, for medical treatment
15	787201	will also drop Interpol red notices -- essentially arrest warrants -- on a handful of sought Iranian fugitives. Rezaian is a dual	Iran	-US citizen convicted of espionage by Iran in a closed-door trial in 2015. The Post and the US government
15	787208	arrest warrants -- on a handful of sought Iranian fugitives. Rezaian is a dual Iran-US citizen convicted of espionage by	Iran	in a closed-door trial in 2015. The Post and the US government have denied the accusations, as has Rezaian
15	787246	as has Rezaian. He had been held for more than 543 days. US officials said a fifth American detained in	Iran	, a student, has been released in a move unrelated to the prisoner swap. They said the student, identified as Matthew
15	787328	to pressure the Islamic Republic to curb uranium enrichment and other activities that could also be used for nuclear weapons.	Iran	sees that move and the recent closure of a decade-long investigation of whether it worked on such weapons as
15	787387	House. US President Barack Obamas greatest foreign policy triumph, it has turned tensions into a first step toward cooperation with	Iran	, a major regional power instrumental for ending the Syrian conflict and other Middle East crises. The July 14 deal with
15	787442	15 years, with an option to re-impose sanctions should Tehran break its commitments. It aims to increase the time	Iran	would need to make enough fissile material for a nuclear weapon from several months to a year, primarily by capping
15	787482	capping Tehrans ability to enrich uranium, which can create material ranging from reactor fuel to warhead material. Under the deal,	Iran	committed to reduce its operating centrifuges enriching uranium by two-thirds, to just over 5,000 machines. The IAEA report, obtained
15	787636	has insisted that it was working only to power a future network of reactors and on medical and scientific research.	Iran	denied any work or interest in nuclear arms even after the IAEA closed a prolonged probe with a November assessment
15	787746	the pragmatic Rouhani took office in 2013. For years, Washington had refused to even sit at the same table with	Iran	, joining the nuclear talks only in 2008, five years after the first international attempts to negotiate a deal. By the
15	787880	punctuated by threats from both sides to walk away from the table. Both sides took hits amid the diplomatic maneuvering --	Iran	from hardliners accusing Iranian foreign minister Mohammad Javad Zarif of selling out his countrys interests and the White House from
15	787939	making capacities intact. All-out lobbying by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu against the agreement also was unsuccessful. Warning that	Iran	has not given up its nuclear ambitions, his office urged world powers on Saturday to respond harshly to any violations
15	787964	its nuclear ambitions, his office urged world powers on Saturday to respond harshly to any violations of the deal by	Iran	. Without that, Iran will think it can continue to develop a nuclear weapon, destabilise the region and spread terror, the
15	787967	his office urged world powers on Saturday to respond harshly to any violations of the deal by Iran. Without that,	Iran	will think it can continue to develop a nuclear weapon, destabilise the region and spread terror, the statement said. A
15	789425	rights reserved. Do not reproduce without permission. Republican presidential front-runner Donald Trump took credit for the prisoner exchange between	Iran	and the U.S. that returned four Americans, including Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian, saying that he thought he "had something
15	789539	going wild for years about the prisoners. I call them the 'hostages.' Our four people," he added, Business Insider reported	Iran	has often been a part of Trump's stump speech, including the deal that Secretary of State John Kerry negotiated in
15	789723	a deal with you, whether it's Bergdahl, what he did with the Castro brothers and now what he's done with	Iran	." @ 2022 HNGN, All rights reserved. Do not reproduce without permission. The Brazilian government has announced that it will fund a
15	801335	On Saturday January 16, The U.N.'s International Atomic Energy Agency announced that the government of the Islamic Republic of	Iran	had met the requirements imposed by the "P5 +1 Nuclear Agreement" that it had concluded back in June of 2015
15	801359	requirements imposed by the "P5 +1 Nuclear Agreement" that it had concluded back in June of 2015. Per that agreement,	Iran	had dismantled more than 12,000 uranium enrichment centrifuges. The core of the Arak heavy water reactor had been decommissioned, preventing
15	801387	centrifuges. The core of the Arak heavy water reactor had been decommissioned, preventing its use for the production of plutonium.	Iran	has agreed that the reactor would be redesigned so that it could not be used to produce weapons grade plutonium
15	801462	Russia. Almost immediately, the European Union and the United States announced that the sanctions that had previously been imposed on	Iran	were being lifted. Virtually all of the sanctions imposed by the E.U. were eliminated. Some, but not all, of the
15	801536	limited Iranian exports of oil, and which had embargoed Iranian imports of a broad number of goods, were also lifted.	Iran	is now free to participate in the global trade of nations without any restrictions. Now what? In the U.S., the
15	801632	take control of its overseas financial assets. It will hardly return them should sanctions be re-imposed in the future.	Iran	also announced plans to ratchet up its oil production from two million BOPD to three million BOPD, sending further shock
15	801667	three million BOPD, sending further shock waves into the currently unstable international petroleum market. The essence of the agreement that	Iran	signed with the P5 +1 committee was that it would effectively defer its current nuclear development program for at least
15	801772	resolution, at least eight times since 2010. The most recent tests were on October 10 and November 21, 2015. If	Iran	truly was close to announcing the acquisition of nuclear weapons, then the agreement will defer the development and deployment of
15	801797	announcing the acquisition of nuclear weapons, then the agreement will defer the development and deployment of such weapons, assuming that	Iran	does not cheat on the agreement, for at least another decade. Iranian missile test If on the other hand, Tehran
15	801888	possess. Based on my own conversations with a number of intelligence agencies around the world, I do not believe that	Iran	was anywhere close to developing feasible nuclear weapons. In short, Tehran gave up a capability that it didn't have in
15	801937	and access to a financial windfall of frozen financial assets. The immediate impact of the lifting of sanctions is that	Iran	will gain immediate access to Western industrial technology. In particular, this includes oil field technology that it desperately needs to
15	802302	petroleum prices, it will not solve Tehran's long-term budget gap. Advertisement Time will tell whether the nuclear agreement with	Iran	will prove to have been a wise one. I suspect that future historians will not wax as sanguine about the
15	802365	the agreement does nothing to curb Tehran's further development and testing of long range ballistic missiles. Nor did it force	Iran	to abstain from continuing its funding of militant organizations or its efforts to politically destabilize its Sunni neighbors. Iranian President
15	802405	President Hassan Rouhani speaks during a press conference on January 17, 2016 in the capital Tehran after international sanctions on	Iran	were lifted. Rouhani said that sceptics who said a nuclear deal with world powers would not bring benefits to Iran
15	802425	Iran were lifted. Rouhani said that sceptics who said a nuclear deal with world powers would not bring benefits to	Iran	were all proven wrong. / AFP / ATTA KENARE (Photo credit should read ATTA KENARE/AFP/Getty Images) Iranian leaders have long
15	802481	come true after almost 20 years. According to the terms of the nuclear agreement, which was reached in July between	Iran	and the P5+1 group -- Britain, China, France, Russia and the United States plus Germany -- the implementation means several things
15	802533	get major relief from sanctions imposed by the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) as well as unilateral Western sanctions. 2.	Iran	will receive roughly $90 billion as European countries lift sanctions on major industries such as gold and metal. 3.The
15	802602	on the global market as the related sanctions will also be lifted. On the other hand, it demonstrates that: 1.	Iran	has significantly decreased its installed centrifuges form 19,000 to 7,000 keeping the rest in monitored storage. Advertisement 2.Tehran has
15	802635	rest in monitored storage. Advertisement 2.Tehran has reduced enriched uranium stocks from over 10,000 kilograms to roughly 500kg. 3.	Iran	is a year away from building an atomic bomb. 4.The core of the Arak heavy water reactor - where plutonium
15	802695	aspects of nuclear developments including advanced centrifuges and will continue to limit for the next 10 years. Unanswered questions Will	Iran	continue to comply with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) regulations? Will the extra cash, coming out of sanctions relief
15	802859	politico-economic establishments. Advertisement The major loophole is that there exists no adequate UNSC mechanism to roll back sanctions, if	Iran	chooses to resume its nuclear proliferation. Considering the geopolitical rivalry between the West, Russia and China, getting Moscow and Beijing
15	802906	to be easy. The U.S. and European countries will have no financial incentive to push for snapping back sanctions, if	Iran	heads towards building a nuclear bomb. This is due to the fact that the European firms will be investing in
15	802948	largest untapped emerging market in the world (representing over $1 trillion of value) and American firms will be operating in	Iran	, using subsidiaries or getting waivers from the U.S. Department of Treasury. More than 190 waivers have already been granted in
15	802990	U.S. Moreover, the one-year breakout time will not be realistically adequate to react even if the international community caught	Iran	cheating. Finally, after 10 years, Iran will be allowed to enrich uranium or spin centrifuges at any level that it
15	802996	time will not be realistically adequate to react even if the international community caught Iran cheating. Finally, after 10 years,	Iran	will be allowed to enrich uranium or spin centrifuges at any level that it desires, and the embargo on Iran's
15	803053	facilities and verify Iran's compliance? It is still questionable how the IAEA was capable of inspecting all nuclear facilities in	Iran	, approve all the aforementioned conditions, and green-light the Islamic Republic's compliance and intentions in only five months. Tactical foreign
15	803185	Assad, the ruling Shiite politicians in Iraq, Hezbollah, the Houthis, and other Shiite proxies. Diplomacy, tactical and strategic cooperation between	Iran	and the West will continue to improve. Bilateral trade will increase. However, Iran's reliance on soft power and diplomacy in
15	803309	on the Middle East. Harvard-educated, Rafizadeh serves on the advisory board of Harvard International Review. He is originally from	Iran	and Syria. You can contact him at Dr.rafizadeh@post.harvard.edu or follow him at @majidrafizadeh This post first appeared on Al
15	804220	Sunni extremist groups. The Sunni-Shia battle in Pakistan is frequently attributed to a proxy war between Saudi-Arabia and	Iran	that is being fought on the Pakistani soil. That could be one factor in escalating sectarian violence but we cannot
15	807113	region. They sanctioned the big oil price drop from June 2014, which put serious pressure on Russia and Shiite rival	Iran	with the oil price dropping 60 percent in a matter of months. This also led to the short-term effect
15	807493	the sacking of the Saudi embassy in Tehran, which in turn led to the Saudis breaking off diplomatic relations with	Iran	. The prospect of an unleashed Sunni-Shiite war across the region is increasing. Not that our relations with Iran are
15	807512	with Iran. The prospect of an unleashed Sunni-Shiite war across the region is increasing. Not that our relations with	Iran	are all that good, either, despite the administration's putting the best face on its not exactly iron-clad nuclear pact
15	818214	verifyErrors }}{{ ^verifyErrors }}Something went wrong. Please try again later{{ /verifyErrors }} Saudi Arabias stock market crashed yesterday as nuclear sanctions on	Iran	were lifted, clearing the path for an all-out oil war between the Middle Eastern rivals. The lifting of sanctions
15	818236	lifted, clearing the path for an all-out oil war between the Middle Eastern rivals. The lifting of sanctions means	Iran	can start exporting oil worldwide, having been restricted to selling to a handful of countries, including China and India. Tehrans
15	818314	to its lowest level in decades. Fears of a new price war between the worlds biggest crude-oil producer and	Iran	caused Saudi Arabias Tadawul All Share Index, the largest Arab market, to drop by 5.4 per cent. It has now
15	818384	and 4.6 per cent respectively. Abu Dhabis main share index dropped 4.2 per cent. Diplomatic tensions between Saudi Arabia and	Iran	are already at boiling point after Saudi Arabia executed the prominent Shia Muslim cleric Nimr al-Nimr earlier this month
15	818423	this month, which sparked violent protests at the Saudi embassy in Tehran and led Riyadh to cut diplomatic ties with	Iran	. The two countries are engaged in long-running jockeying for dominance in the region and are also on opposite sides
15	818476	given a boost to hardliners, making diplomacy increasingly difficult. The Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said yesterday Saudi Arabia, and not	Iran	, was the source of the tensions. The decision to lift sanctions on Iran is untimely because oil prices are already
15	818489	Rouhani said yesterday Saudi Arabia, and not Iran, was the source of the tensions. The decision to lift sanctions on	Iran	is untimely because oil prices are already languishing at 12-year lows. A barrel of Brent crude has fallen from
15	818711	cost of production out of business. But the move was also seen as a way to gain market dominance over	Iran	. For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign
15	849439	for signing up to the Breaking News email {{ #verifyErrors }}{{ message }}{{ /verifyErrors }}{{ ^verifyErrors }}Something went wrong. Please try again later{{ /verifyErrors }}	Iran	is set to flood the oil market with an extra half a million barrels a day after international sanctions were
15	849540	by US, UN and EU on Tehran were lifted - thereby removing an obstacle to exports - the deputy oil minister announced	Iran	was ready to increase its crude oil exports by 500,000 barrels a day. Diplomats from Iran, the US and the
15	849556	deputy oil minister announced Iran was ready to increase its crude oil exports by 500,000 barrels a day. Diplomats from	Iran	, the US and the EU in Vienna EPA (EPA) "With consideration to global market conditions and the surplus that exists
15	849577	the US and the EU in Vienna EPA (EPA) "With consideration to global market conditions and the surplus that exists,	Iran	is ready to raise its crude oil exports by 500,000 barrels a day," Deputy Oil Minister Amir Hossein Zamaninia was
15	849633	of oil in Iran's floating reserves, ready to enter the market, according to the International Energy Agency. Mr Rouhani said	Iran	should use the expected influx of money and investments following the end of sanctions to spark the "economic mutation" of
15	849834	crude fall by 3.3pc to $29.43 - lows not encountered since 2004. Watchdog, the International Atomic Energy Agency, confirmed on Saturday	Iran	had put into place all the measures required to begin implementing the nuclear deal agreed with six world powers, meaning
15	849910	the Islamic nation, and the hardliners in the US congress. The comments come after Israeli prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, warned	Iran	had not given up its nuclear ambitions, saying in a statement: "Iran will think it can continue to develop a
15	849922	come after Israeli prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, warned Iran had not given up its nuclear ambitions, saying in a statement: "	Iran	will think it can continue to develop a nuclear weapon, destabilise the region and spread terror." In response to the
15	849954	the region and spread terror." In response to the deal Germanys economy minister said reviving economic and finical ties with	Iran	will take time. Sigmar Gabriel, also Germanys vice chancellor, said the revival of German-Iranian economic, and especially financial, relations
15	850122	pastor Saeed Abedini and Nosratollah Khosravi-Roodsari, whose name had not been previously made public, were freed from custody in	Iran	and have begun their journey home on Sunday, US officials said. A charter plane left Tehran for Switzerland with the
15	850165	board. US officials said Mr Rezaian, Mr Hekmati, and Mr Abedini were on the flight, but not Mr Khosravi-Roodsari.	Iran	, however, has said he was also on the flight - a discrepancy, which has not yet been settled. A senior US
15	850193	the flight - a discrepancy, which has not yet been settled. A senior US official said: "Those who wished to depart	Iran	have left." US student, Matthew Trevithick, was released independently of the exchange on Saturday and was already on his way
15	850219	Trevithick, was released independently of the exchange on Saturday and was already on his way home. New York protests against	Iran	nuclear deal Show all 10 1 /10 New York protests against Iran nuclear deal New York protests against Iran nuclear
15	850231	on his way home. New York protests against Iran nuclear deal Show all 10 1 /10 New York protests against	Iran	nuclear deal New York protests against Iran nuclear deal New York A woman holds a poster as she takes part
15	850238	against Iran nuclear deal Show all 10 1 /10 New York protests against Iran nuclear deal New York protests against	Iran	nuclear deal New York A woman holds a poster as she takes part in a rally on Times Square in
15	850266	a poster as she takes part in a rally on Times Square in New York opposing the nuclear deal with	Iran	New York protests against Iran nuclear deal New York An inflatable mushroom cloud stands among demonstrators during a rally apposing
15	850271	part in a rally on Times Square in New York opposing the nuclear deal with Iran New York protests against	Iran	nuclear deal New York An inflatable mushroom cloud stands among demonstrators during a rally apposing the nuclear deal with Iran
15	850291	Iran nuclear deal New York An inflatable mushroom cloud stands among demonstrators during a rally apposing the nuclear deal with	Iran	New York protests against Iran nuclear deal New York Protesters rally against the nuclear deal with Iran in Times Square
15	850296	An inflatable mushroom cloud stands among demonstrators during a rally apposing the nuclear deal with Iran New York protests against	Iran	nuclear deal New York Protesters rally against the nuclear deal with Iran in Times Square New York protests against Iran
15	850308	nuclear deal with Iran New York protests against Iran nuclear deal New York Protesters rally against the nuclear deal with	Iran	in Times Square New York protests against Iran nuclear deal New York A member of the Neturei Karta Orthodox Jews
15	850316	Iran nuclear deal New York Protesters rally against the nuclear deal with Iran in Times Square New York protests against	Iran	nuclear deal New York A member of the Neturei Karta Orthodox Jews sect is escorted away by New York City
15	850355	York City Police during a rally near Times Square to demand that Congress vote down the proposed US deal with	Iran	in New York New York protests against Iran nuclear deal New York A woman shouts slogans during a rally against
15	850363	Square to demand that Congress vote down the proposed US deal with Iran in New York New York protests against	Iran	nuclear deal New York A woman shouts slogans during a rally against the nuclear deal with Iran in Times Square
15	850380	York protests against Iran nuclear deal New York A woman shouts slogans during a rally against the nuclear deal with	Iran	in Times Square in New York New York protests against Iran nuclear deal New York A protestor holds a placard
15	850391	slogans during a rally against the nuclear deal with Iran in Times Square in New York New York protests against	Iran	nuclear deal New York A protestor holds a placard during a demonstration and rally apposing the nuclear deal with Iran
15	850411	Iran nuclear deal New York A protestor holds a placard during a demonstration and rally apposing the nuclear deal with	Iran	in Times Square New York protests against Iran nuclear deal New York Some of several thousand protestors crowd into 7th
15	850419	a placard during a demonstration and rally apposing the nuclear deal with Iran in Times Square New York protests against	Iran	nuclear deal New York Some of several thousand protestors crowd into 7th Avenue at 42nd street as they demonstrate during
15	850447	thousand protestors crowd into 7th Avenue at 42nd street as they demonstrate during a rally apposing the nuclear deal with	Iran	New York protests against Iran nuclear deal New York A woman holds a placard as she joins several thousand other
15	850452	Avenue at 42nd street as they demonstrate during a rally apposing the nuclear deal with Iran New York protests against	Iran	nuclear deal New York A woman holds a placard as she joins several thousand other protestors to demonstrate during a
15	850479	holds a placard as she joins several thousand other protestors to demonstrate during a rally apposing the nuclear deal with	Iran	New York protests against Iran nuclear deal New York Protesters rallied against the Iran nuclear deal in New York's Times
15	850484	joins several thousand other protestors to demonstrate during a rally apposing the nuclear deal with Iran New York protests against	Iran	nuclear deal New York Protesters rallied against the Iran nuclear deal in New York's Times Square KENA BETANCUR/AFP/Getty
15	850493	rally apposing the nuclear deal with Iran New York protests against Iran nuclear deal New York Protesters rallied against the	Iran	nuclear deal in New York's Times Square KENA BETANCUR/AFP/Getty Images New York protests against Iran nuclear deal New
15	850510	rallied against the Iran nuclear deal in New York's Times Square KENA BETANCUR/AFP/Getty Images New York protests against	Iran	nuclear deal New York Protestors shout slogans as they demonstrate during a rally apposing the nuclear deal with Iran The
15	850529	against Iran nuclear deal New York Protestors shout slogans as they demonstrate during a rally apposing the nuclear deal with	Iran	The US will in turn drop charges against seven Iranians - six of whom are dual US-Iranian citizens - accused or
15	850716	and Washington that has existed for decades since Irans Islamic Revolution in 1979. Mr Kerry and the top diplomats of	Iran	and the European Union hailed the accord. Mr Kerry said in Vienna: Today marks the first day of a safer
15	851354	territorial waters could have sparked an "international incident". He also admitted that the US sailors, who were released promptly by	Iran	after the incursion, had accidentally strayed into Iranian waters. But he said recent closer diplomacy between the two powers had
15	851387	recent closer diplomacy between the two powers had borne fruit and that a crisis had been averted. Mr Obama said	Iran	would not get its hands on a nuclear weapon and had now met key milestones as part of its nuclear
15	851435	of Iranian fund and the exchange of prisoners were a result of closer relations between the two countries, he added.	Iran	will not get its hands on a nuclear bomb. The region, the United States, and the world, will be more
15	851498	the first time in decades has created a unique opportunity, a window, to resolve important issues. Mr Obama said that	Iran	had fulfilled key commitments under last years nuclear deal, including filling in a plutonium reactor with concrete, removing two thirds
15	851597	Obama's advisers 39215.bin Getty In pictures: Obama's advisers 39218.bin Getty He also warned that the US still denounced	Iran	on some aspects of its foreign policy: including alleged funding for militant groups in Syria and antagonisms between unspecified US
15	851649	a source of criticism from America, he added. Mr Obama was speaking after the announcement that four American prisoners in	Iran	would be released as part of a deal. He also confirmed the US was provide clemency to six Iranian-Americans
15	851696	Americans release by Iranian authorities was Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian. That development comes after the lifting of sanctions on	Iran	that were imposed on account of its nuclear programme. Other sanctions are still in effect against the country, however including
15	853560	of an Iranian nuclear weapon had been reduced, it has been claimed. The United Nations nuclear watchdog have confirmed that	Iran	has curtailed its nuclear programme as agreed with world powers, allowing the lifting of crippling trade sanctions on the Islamic
15	853595	crippling trade sanctions on the Islamic republic. World powers lifted the ban after the International Atomic Energy Authority confirmed that	Iran	had met its obligations. The historic deal with Tehran, first struck last July and verified late on 16 January, follows
15	853634	January, follows years of deadly confrontation as Irans critics accused it of trying to build nuclear weapons, a claim that	Iran	has always denied. The US Secretary of State, John Kerry, said that Iran has carried out all measures required under
15	853647	to build nuclear weapons, a claim that Iran has always denied. The US Secretary of State, John Kerry, said that	Iran	has carried out all measures required under the [July deal] to enable Implementation Day [of the deal] to occur. He
15	853742	return for sanctions being lifted. Thank God for this blessing and bow to the greatness of the patient nation of	Iran	. Congrats on this glorious victory, Rouhani tweeted. The IAEAs director general, Yukiya Amano, said it was an important day for
15	855706	via Getty The Foreign Secretary, Philip Hammond, said the findings of the IAEA inspectors had confounded sceptics who said that	Iran	would never give up on its nuclear programme. He urged British firms to take advantage of the new opportunities that
15	855730	up on its nuclear programme. He urged British firms to take advantage of the new opportunities that would open as	Iran	was brought in from the cold. The nuclear deal with Iran, in which Britain played a major role, makes the
15	855741	advantage of the new opportunities that would open as Iran was brought in from the cold. The nuclear deal with	Iran	, in which Britain played a major role, makes the Middle East and the wider world a safer place. Years of
15	855787	difficult technical work, have borne fruit as we now implement the deal, he said. There were many sceptics who said	Iran	would never deliver on its side of the bargain, but the independent International Atomic Energy Agency has said it has
15	855816	bargain, but the independent International Atomic Energy Agency has said it has. Tonnes of uranium have been shipped out of	Iran	, thousands of centrifuges have been taken out of use and the core has been removed from the Arak reactor. Irans
15	855883	central role, and I hope British businesses seize the opportunities available to them through the phased lifting of sanctions on	Iran	. The future is as important as the landmark weve reached today. Lifting the international sanctions on Iran will unfreeze billions
15	855900	of sanctions on Iran. The future is as important as the landmark weve reached today. Lifting the international sanctions on	Iran	will unfreeze billions of dollars of assets and allow Iranian oil to be sold internationally. In a further sign of
15	855928	and allow Iranian oil to be sold internationally. In a further sign of the thawing of relations, the US and	Iran	announced they had completed a separate prisoner swap. Mr Kerry said the prisoner deal had significantly picked up as a
15	855961	prisoner deal had significantly picked up as a result of breakthroughs in the nuclear deal. As part of the deal,	Iran	released four jailed US nationals, including the Washington Post correspondent Jason Rezaian, in exchange for seven Iranians imprisoned or charged
15	855996	for seven Iranians imprisoned or charged in the US. Jason Rezaians incarceration was the longest for a Western journalist in	Iran	since the 1979 revolution (EPA) US officials declined to confirm the release of the four US prisoners until the plane
15	856099	Roodsari. The detention of Mr Khosavi-Roodsari had not been previously revealed. US officials said a fifth American detained in	Iran	, a student, has been released in an unrelated move. The student, identified as Matthew Trevithnick, was already on his way
15	856136	already on his way home. Saeed Abedini (AP) Seven named Iranians were being released by the US, state media in	Iran	said. US lawyer Joel Androphy, who acts for three of those to be released, said the Iranian embassy informed him
15	856225	also included US agreement not to seek the extradition of 14 Iranians accused of being involved in trafficking arms to	Iran	, the news agency reported. Amir Mirzaei Hekmati (AP) US officials insisted that none of those released had been convicted of
15	856350	arrived in Tehran for talks with state firms. Shell later denied that representatives had been sent. Under the nuclear deal,	Iran	will forgo enriching uranium, which experts feared could then be used to make a nuclear weapon. Once sanctions are lifted
15	856371	will forgo enriching uranium, which experts feared could then be used to make a nuclear weapon. Once sanctions are lifted,	Iran	plans to swiftly increase its oil exports. Irans expected return to a glutted oil market is one reason that prices
15	856456	a day more than it uses. The US administration said the deal offered the best possible prospect of ensuring that	Iran	would not develop a nuclear weapon. For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up
15	859834	protect refugees and enhance integration. It is to Europes shame that poorer places from Jordan, Lebanon and Turkey to Pakistan,	Iran	and Uganda have shown more generosity than panicking rich nations that love to pontificate about decency, freedom and human rights
15	862345	Cologne and Hamburg on New Years Eve. German police have identified 32 of the assailants as migrants from Algeria, Morocco,	Iran	and Syria. It is likely that right-wing groups will use this event to defend their anti-immigration policies. But
15	877160	the IRA's association with the Palestine Liberation Organisation and Hezbollah and their joint sponsors of international terrorism Libya, Syria and	Iran	. To mention that the IRA was in bed with the progenitors of modern Islamic terrorism is not the type of
15	878093	few months he has left as President, he also remains devoted to achieving the goals he has championed including the	Iran	nuclear deal, which will see Iran allow the US to monitor its nuclear sites in exchange for lifting sanctions. While
15	878099	President, he also remains devoted to achieving the goals he has championed including the Iran nuclear deal, which will see	Iran	allow the US to monitor its nuclear sites in exchange for lifting sanctions. While a sudden crisis unfolded hours before
15	878124	monitor its nuclear sites in exchange for lifting sanctions. While a sudden crisis unfolded hours before his speech, in which	Iran	took two US Navy boats and 10 American sailors into custody after they were found in Iranian waters, Obama didn't
15	878187	compromise the deal. Indeed, the sailors claimed they had merely drifted off course after one of their engines failed and	Iran	quickly returned the soldiers and their boats unharmed. While Obama has not been able to close Guantanamo Bay as he
15	906893	why Turkey supports ISIS against Kurdish separatists. And it explains why Saudi Arabia supports ISIS under the pretext to fight	Iran	in Iraq and Syria. And when the Kurds declare that any area they "liberate" from ISIS become a Kurdish territory
15	907140	is all too evident: the US and Israel want to create a Kurdish state from parts taken out of Iraq,	Iran	, Turkey, and Iran, 2 and ISIS is the means to implement it. Are the Kurds and ISIS enemies? There is
15	907143	evident: the US and Israel want to create a Kurdish state from parts taken out of Iraq, Iran, Turkey, and	Iran	, 2 and ISIS is the means to implement it. Are the Kurds and ISIS enemies? There is a plenty of
15	907808	Islamic State, in both Iraq and Syria. With a dozen nations reportedly bombing along with the air forces of Iraq,	Iran	and Syria there is a pressing public interest need for independent, trustworthy monitoring. Airwars.org's data is drawn heavily from US
15	909016	want, in order to isolate the Syrian regime, which is considered the strategic depth of the Shia expansion (Iraq and	Iran	). To clarify just who these "supporting powers" were that sought the creation of a "Salafist" (Islamic) principality" (State), the DIA
15	909052	Islamic) principality" (State), the DIA report explains: The West, Gulf countries, and Turkey support the opposition; while Russia, China, and	Iran	support the regime. When the US' own Defense Intelligence Agency says the US sought the creation of a "Salafist principality
15	909255	of where it is supposedly based and primarily operates, is currently fighting both the Syrian and Iraqi governments, Lebanon's Hezbollah,	Iran	, and Russian airpower, apparently funded, armed, and backed by no one. Additionally, we are expected to believe ISIS is also
15	915259	an AQIM attack on a hotel in Bamako, capital of neighbouring Mali, left 19 people dead. BBC. International sanctions against	Iran	have been lifted after the UN atomic watchdog announced the country had complied with the terms of last Julys landmark
15	915356	reached with six world powers. Irans President Hassan Rouhani said it was a glorious victory for the patient nation of	Iran	. I thank God for this blessing & bow to the greatness of the patient nation of Iran, Rouhani said on his
15	915372	the patient nation of Iran. I thank God for this blessing & bow to the greatness of the patient nation of	Iran	, Rouhani said on his official Twitter account. Israel, however, responded with scepticism to the announcement, saying the world shouldnt be
15	915401	however, responded with scepticism to the announcement, saying the world shouldnt be blinded by Irans efforts to halt nuclear activity.	Iran	continues to aspire towards nuclear weapons the international community mustnt be blinded by the optimism of the IAEA report, Israels
15	915443	to the UN, Danny Danon, said in a statement. The lifting of sanctions oils the wheels of the terror machine	Iran	operates throughout the world, and Israel will continue to closely monitor all of Irans actions, regarding its nuclear activity and
15	917444	economy to drive the process, Gambo said. Four Iranian-Americans, including Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian, have been freed in	Iran	in a prisoner swap deal, Iranian and US officials said. Rezaian, who was taken into custody in July 2014 and
15	917578	notices essentially arrest warrants on 14 Iranian fugitives it has sought, officials said. US student Matthew Trevithick was released in	Iran	independently of the exchange on Saturday and has already left the country. The swap came as diplomats gathered in Vienna
15	932811	and Fresh Start Agreements will be very important in this regard, he said. America and Europe have lifted sanctions against	Iran	after the United Nations nuclear agency confirmed that the Islamic republic had met all its commitments under a breakthrough deal
15	932850	breakthrough deal. The move crowns years of US-led efforts to curb Irans ability to make atomic weapons and for	Iran	, it lifts Western economic sanctions that have been in place for years, unlocking access to $100bn in frozen assets and
15	932980	were still taking place. #ImplementationDay--I thank God for this blessing & bow to the greatness of the patient nation of	Iran	. Congrats on this glorious victory! Hassan Rouhani (@HassanRouhani) January 16, 2016 US secretary of state John Kerry and other top
15	933003	this glorious victory! Hassan Rouhani (@HassanRouhani) January 16, 2016 US secretary of state John Kerry and other top diplomats in	Iran	and the European Union hailed the accord, reached after years of setbacks and a decade after the start of international
15	933078	are really reminded once again of diplomacys power to tackle significant challenges. Mr Kerry also linked the trust built between	Iran	and the United States over the past two years of talks to the release by Iran on Saturday of four
15	933094	the trust built between Iran and the United States over the past two years of talks to the release by	Iran	on Saturday of four Americans who also hold Iranian nationality. Thanks to years of hard work and committed dialogue, he
15	933204	find practical solutions that are effectively implemented. In Washington, US president Barack Obama signed executive orders lifting economic sanctions on	Iran	, while Mr Kerry confirmed that the UNs International Atomic Energy Agency could verify that Iran has fully implemented its required
15	933219	orders lifting economic sanctions on Iran, while Mr Kerry confirmed that the UNs International Atomic Energy Agency could verify that	Iran	has fully implemented its required commitments. The July 14 deal, struck after decades of hostility, defused the likelihood of US
15	933245	commitments. The July 14 deal, struck after decades of hostility, defused the likelihood of US or Israeli military action against	Iran	while creating an opening for future co-operation on calming the tumultuous Middle East. But proof that it had been
15	933281	proof that it had been fully implemented had been lacking until Saturday. But Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned that	Iran	had not given up its nuclear ambitions and urged world powers to respond harshly to any violations of the deal
15	933304	given up its nuclear ambitions and urged world powers to respond harshly to any violations of the deal. Without that,	Iran	will think it can continue to develop a nuclear weapon, destabilise the region and spread terror, a statement by his
15	933449	source of US-Iranian tension moved towards resolution with both nations announcing the prisoner releases. The four Americans imprisoned in	Iran	were exchanged for seven Iranians held or charged in the United States. US officials said the four Washington Post reporter
15	933489	reporter Jason Rezaian, former US Marine Amir Hekmati, pastor Saeed Abedini and Nosratollah Khosravi-Roodsari - were to be flown from	Iran	to Switzerland on a Swiss plane and then brought to a US military hospital in Landstuhl, Germany, for medical treatment
15	933559	Interpol red notices essentially arrest warrants on a handful of Iranian fugitives. US officials said a fifth American detained in	Iran	, a student identified as Matthew Trevithick, had been released in a move unrelated to the prisoner swap and was on
15	933605	sanctions lifted will be those imposed between 2006 and 2010 by the UN Security Council as it attempted to pressure	Iran	to curb uranium enrichment and other activities that could also be used for nuclear weapons. Iran sees that move and
15	933621	it attempted to pressure Iran to curb uranium enrichment and other activities that could also be used for nuclear weapons.	Iran	sees that move and the recent closure of a decade-long investigation of whether it worked on such weapons as
15	933678	the White House. Mr Obamas greatest foreign policy triumph has turned tensions into a first step towards co-operation with	Iran	, a major regional power instrumental for ending the Syrian conflict and other Middle East crises. The July 14 deal with
15	933733	15 years, with an option to re-impose sanctions should Tehran break its commitments. It aims to increase the time	Iran	would need to make enough fissile material for a nuclear weapon from several months to a year, primarily by capping
15	933773	capping Tehrans ability to enrich uranium, which can create material ranging from reactor fuel to warhead material. Under the deal,	Iran	committed to reduce its operating centrifuges enriching uranium by two-thirds, to just over 5,000 machines. In Tehran there was
15	945472	Roskin | (Informed Comment) | Why did two U.S. Navy boats drift into Iranian waters? And why was it so easy for	Iran	to capture them? The best explanation is that the Riverine Command Boatsrepurposed for freedom of navigation (FON) operations at searan
15	945962	and continued. Either way, why didnt the boats scoot when Iranian boats approached? The U.S. craft are faster than anything	Iran	has. If they dont run out of fuel. Apparently the boats were dead in the water when they were apprehended
15	946060	high up to let them go, possibly from Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei, who is in charge of everything important in	Iran	, including the Revolutionary Guard. President Rouhani and American-educated Foreign Minister Javad Zarif report to Khamenei. Secretary of State Kerry
15	946105	the nuclear deal altered Iranian attitudes. He immediately phoned Javad Zarif, with whom he negotiated the deal. Kerry noted that	Iran	was days away from fulfilling its obligations under the deal and getting some of its $150 billion in frozen assets
15	946134	the deal and getting some of its $150 billion in frozen assets. Tehran does not wish to jeopardize this. Some	Iran	-watchers urge looking for small indicators of diminished Iranian hostility. Verbal hostility will keep flowing to satisfy Iranian militants. The
15	946157	looking for small indicators of diminished Iranian hostility. Verbal hostility will keep flowing to satisfy Iranian militants. The fact that	Iran	agreed last year to join talks in Vienna to settle Syrias political future is a step. Little may come of
15	946264	but diplomacy worked overnight, indicating that both countries wanted it to work. Maybe the Saudis are right that a U.S.-	Iran	rapprochement is building. Michael G. Rosking has been a Professor of Political Science at Lycoming College since 1972 and has
15	946328	a Ph.D. in international studies at American University. Related video added by Juan Cole: PBS NewsHour: Whats at stake for	Iran	in releasing detained U.S. sailors Reddit Email 0 Shares By Juan Cole | (Informed Comment) | Iranian news agencies announced Saturday that
15	946420	was Jason Rezaian of the Washington Post. The move came as the great Powers assembled in Vienna to consider whether	Iran	has met all of its obligations under the nuclear deal signed with the United Nations Security Council, but Jessica Schulberg
15	946644	people. I think Ike was tougher than Rubio, too. The release seems to be further evidence of an ascendancy in	Iran	of President Hassan Rouhani and Foreign Minister Javad Zarif, both of whom want Iran to have better relations with the
15	946658	further evidence of an ascendancy in Iran of President Hassan Rouhani and Foreign Minister Javad Zarif, both of whom want	Iran	to have better relations with the outside world. They have been opposed by hardliners who perceive themselves to benefit from
15	946682	relations with the outside world. They have been opposed by hardliners who perceive themselves to benefit from polarization and bad	Iran	-West relations. Despite their substantial weight in Iranian politics, the hard liners appear to have been curbed, for the moment
15	946966	difficult enough without tying them to a prisoner release; that there was a danger of the latter becoming leverage for	Iran	; and that if the two were bundled, then if the nuclear deal fell through, it would doom the Americans detained
15	947232	later on Saturday. Siamak Namazi, taken last October, a businessman, is apparently still in custody. Related video: CNN: U.S. confirms	Iran	prisoner swap SHARE David Michael Kalac is lead into a Kitsap County Superior Courtroom in Port Orchard, Wash. for his
15	955449	of his accomplishments: the Affordable Health Care Act, equal pay for equal work, Osama bin Laden, the nuclear treaty with	Iran	, opening diplomatic relations with Cuba after more than 50 years, and progress toward clean energy and climate change. His message
15	955482	toward clean energy and climate change. His message of hope came against a dangerous backdrop of a potential conflict with	Iran	, a nation with which the United States has a decades-long history of tension. Just hours before the president delivered
15	955509	States has a decades-long history of tension. Just hours before the president delivered his State of the Union speech,	Iran	seized two U.S. Navy vessels that had inadvertently drifted into Iranian waters following a mechanical failure. The Iranians had taken
15	955557	one woman into custody. Secretary of State John Kerry and his staff swung into action, calling on their counterparts in	Iran	, with whom they worked closely in hammering out the nuclear agreement, to release the sailors right away. Iran, for its
15	955575	counterparts in Iran, with whom they worked closely in hammering out the nuclear agreement, to release the sailors right away.	Iran	, for its part, promised to do so the following morning and did. Many Republicans, particularly the most bellicose in the
15	957513	smart enough to outsmart hackers. 8:37 p.m.January 16, 2016 Senator Corker: Release of American Prisoners and Implementation of the	Iran	Nuclear Agreement WASHINGTON U.S. Senator Bob Corker (R-Tenn.), chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, today issued the following
15	957548	Relations Committee, today issued the following statement in response to the release of Americans that were held in custody in	Iran	and the implementation of the Iran nuclear agreement. While I am delighted that our citizens who have been unjustly held
15	957554	statement in response to the release of Americans that were held in custody in Iran and the implementation of the	Iran	nuclear agreement. While I am delighted that our citizens who have been unjustly held in Iran will be released back
15	957570	the implementation of the Iran nuclear agreement. While I am delighted that our citizens who have been unjustly held in	Iran	will be released back to the United States and reunited with their families, we need to understand more fully all
15	957604	we need to understand more fully all the details and implications of this arrangement, including its timing, said Corker. With	Iran	possessing one of the worlds worst records for human rights, we must continue to hold Irans leaders accountable for their
15	957690	separately according to the administration. In addition to the release of the U.S. citizens, the administration announced implementation of the	Iran	nuclear agreement. Corker coauthored the Iran Nuclear Agreement Review Act (Public Law No: 114-17) that mandated congressional review of
15	957696	addition to the release of the U.S. citizens, the administration announced implementation of the Iran nuclear agreement. Corker coauthored the	Iran	Nuclear Agreement Review Act (Public Law No: 114-17) that mandated congressional review of the agreement. Last year, he voted
15	957741	resolution of disapproval that would have blocked the agreement, but Senate Democrats prevented the legislation from passing the Senate. The	Iran	nuclear deal is not binding on the United States, so a future president will be able to reevaluate U.S. participation
15	957785	the beginning of the United States and Europe turning a blind eye to the troubling threat of a nuclear-armed	Iran	, said Corker. I opposed this flawed agreement, and fear its implementation shifts the leverage to Iran as sanctions are lifted
15	957801	of a nuclear-armed Iran, said Corker. I opposed this flawed agreement, and fear its implementation shifts the leverage to	Iran	as sanctions are lifted in exchange for only limited and temporary restrictions, allowing Iran to industrialize its nuclear enrichment capability
15	957815	its implementation shifts the leverage to Iran as sanctions are lifted in exchange for only limited and temporary restrictions, allowing	Iran	to industrialize its nuclear enrichment capability after a decade. Now armed with an initial windfall of more than $100 billion
15	957836	to industrialize its nuclear enrichment capability after a decade. Now armed with an initial windfall of more than $100 billion,	Iran	will have vast new resources to continue sponsoring terrorism, threatening its neighbors, and funding its nuclear and missile programs. The
15	957913	The Senate Foreign Relations Committee already is involved in a vigorous oversight process and is considering legislative proposals to ensure	Iran	continues to be held accountable. We will use all the tools provided by the Iran Nuclear Agreement Review Act to
15	957928	considering legislative proposals to ensure Iran continues to be held accountable. We will use all the tools provided by the	Iran	Nuclear Agreement Review Act to quickly impose new sanctions should Iran breach the terms of the agreement. Published January 16
15	957939	We will use all the tools provided by the Iran Nuclear Agreement Review Act to quickly impose new sanctions should	Iran	breach the terms of the agreement. Published January 16, 2016 Hanwha Engineering & Construction (E&C) CEO Choi Kwang-ho, left
15	959211	Kyong-ae Korean companies are set to seize new opportunities available through the phased lifting of international economic sanctions on	Iran	. Government officials and experts say this will help reverse the country's declining exports. On Sunday, the Ministry of Trade, Industry
15	959242	country's declining exports. On Sunday, the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy (MOTIE) officially lifted a ban on trade with	Iran	in nearly all sectors -- except for strategic products such as nuclear related materials -- including petrochemicals, automobiles, shipbuilding, shipping, construction and
15	959288	of sanctions, Korean companies are expected to win major projects in social overhead capital, construction and shipbuilding. Expanded exports to	Iran	and imports of crude oil from Iran could be a fresh growth driver for our lackluster economy," the ministry said
15	959295	win major projects in social overhead capital, construction and shipbuilding. Expanded exports to Iran and imports of crude oil from	Iran	could be a fresh growth driver for our lackluster economy," the ministry said in a statement. Iran has suffered years
15	959312	crude oil from Iran could be a fresh growth driver for our lackluster economy," the ministry said in a statement.	Iran	has suffered years of sweeping economic and financial sanctions as punishment for its nuclear weapons ambitions. Korea joined the imposition
15	959381	implement the deal, restrictions on Iranian shipping, transport and other businesses are being removed. The July deal was signed between	Iran	and the U.S., the U.K., France, Germany, Russia and China. Industry experts say the resumption of exports to Iran will
15	959400	between Iran and the U.S., the U.K., France, Germany, Russia and China. Industry experts say the resumption of exports to	Iran	will be a great stimulus to the Korean economy which posted growth of 2.6 percent in 2015 due to declining
15	959456	7.4 percent year-on-year to $487 billion in the January-November period, according to the Bank of Korea. "As	Iran	is expected to recover its frozen assets in U.S. banks, the oil-rich country is likely to push forward this
15	959513	the opportunities to win those projects," Yoon Chang-hyun, a business professor at the University of Seoul, said Sunday. Moreover,	Iran	will start exporting oil, though prices are declining, and so Korean companies will have more room for diversification, he said
15	959601	orders and poor earnings after being hit by the 2008 financial crisis. "We will actively look to business opportunities in	Iran	as the sanctions have been lifted," said Lee Joon-seong, a spokesman for Hyundai E&C which has been running
15	959669	worth of plant, infrastructure and other construction projects will be placed on the market in the coming years. To help	Iran	borrow more from multinational lenders for its projects, the state-run Export-Import Bank of Korea said it is considering
15	970042	Attorneys are expected to argue the motion next week. kristina.davis@sduntiontribune.com Davis writes for the San Diego Union-Tribune. ALSO	Iran	releases 4 Americans in prisoner swap with U.S. U.S. military says airstrikes intended for Islamic State killed civilians Op-Ed
15	972371	Hillary Clinton deploys Bill to win over voters President Obama on Sunday heralded the release of Americans held prisoner in	Iran	and the full implementation of a historic nuclear accord with the Islamic Republic, holding both up as victories for smart
15	972463	weekend of diplomacy that saw the back-to-back release of the Americans and the lifting of international sanctions on	Iran	as part of the nuclear accord. Advertisement Yet underscoring the strain that continues to exist between the U.S. and Iran
15	972483	Iran as part of the nuclear accord. Advertisement Yet underscoring the strain that continues to exist between the U.S. and	Iran	, the Obama administration also announced new penalties Sunday on 11 individuals and entities involved in Tehrans ballistic missile program. We
15	972540	it. For Obama, the diplomatic breakthroughs are a validation of his early promise to deal directly with nations such as	Iran	, one that continues to be staunchly opposed by his political opponents. The U.S. and Iran broke off diplomatic relations after
15	972555	directly with nations such as Iran, one that continues to be staunchly opposed by his political opponents. The U.S. and	Iran	broke off diplomatic relations after the 1979 hostage-taking of the U.S. Embassy in Tehran. America can do and has
15	972612	it safer and more secure. The nuclear talks have brought a sense of normalcy to relations with the U.S. and	Iran	, with top officials from each country in somewhat regular communication. While Obama emphasized that the U.S. continues to have deep
15	972693	journey home. A charter plane left Tehran for Switzerland with the Americans all four who had been detained, according to	Iran	state television, or only three, the U.S. said as part of a prisoner swap. Within hours of their release, the
15	972755	ballistic missile. United Nations experts said in a report in December that the missile test in October violated sanctions banning	Iran	from launches capable of delivering nuclear weapons. A U.S. Treasury official said Irans ballistic missile program poses a significant threat
15	972791	program poses a significant threat to regional and global security. In another development Sunday, Obama announced that the U.S. and	Iran	had settled a long-standing financial dispute over $400 million in Iranian money that dates back more than three decades
15	972812	had settled a long-standing financial dispute over $400 million in Iranian money that dates back more than three decades.	Iran	also got $1.3 billion in interest, which Obama said was much less than it had sought. Bernie Sanders is pressed
15	977144	toward the Mideast. Sanders said he believed the U.S. should move as aggressively as we can to normalize relations with	Iran	while Clinton offered a more cautious assessment. I think we still have to carefully watch them, she said. Weve had
15	977181	she said. Weve had one good day over 36 years, she added, referring to the announcement over the weekend that	Iran	had fulfilled its initial obligations under the nuclear agreement reached earlier this year. I think we need more good days
15	977219	more good days before we move more rapidly toward any kind of normalization. Sanders also said he wanted to see	Iran	and Russia involved in an effort to end Syrias civil war and thought the U.S. should back away from its
15	978385	and Texas Sen. Ted Cruz toned down the personal attacks and instead joined in criticizing the U.S. prisoner swap with	Iran	as they sought to highlight their conservative credentials in separate appearances Saturday at a tea party convention in South Carolina
15	978575	Advertisement See the most-read stories this hour >> The prisoner swap was made public shortly before it was announced that	Iran	had met conditions set forth as part of the landmark nuclear deal that will also lift international financial sanctions that
15	978619	Iranian economy. Trump, who like many others in the GOP who have called for a tougher hand in dealing with	Iran	, blamed the Obama administration for not negotiating the release of the Americans much earlier. Rezaian, for example, had been detained
15	979126	stage to cheers and the blaring of Eye of the Tiger. ALSO How U.S. sailors almost started a crisis with	Iran	Iran releases 4 Americans in prisoner swap with U.S. U.N. says Iran has met terms of landmark nuclear deal SUNDAY
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15	983151	only his first name, Gilbert. Our country is not for jihadists or terrorists. They got it wrong. MORE FROM WORLD	Iran	releases 4 Americans in prisoner swap with U.S. Taiwan nationalists suffer historic defeat with election of first female president In
15	983207	The U.S. and Iranian governments on Saturday announced a prisoner exchange that saw the release of four Americans held in	Iran	: Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian, former U.S. Marine Amir Hekmati, pastor Saeed Abedini and Nosratollah Khosravi-Roodsari, whose name had
15	983233	former U.S. Marine Amir Hekmati, pastor Saeed Abedini and Nosratollah Khosravi-Roodsari, whose name had not been previously made public.	Iran	also agreed to continue searching for a fifth American, Robert Levinson, who disappeared in the country in 2007, U.S. officials
15	983567	congressional hearing in June. He was beaten on his feet with cables, tasered repeatedly. She said her brother was in	Iran	to visit an ailing grandmother and was assured before he went that his U.S. military service would not be an
15	983709	pastor from Boise, Idaho, and father of two young children, was detained in September 2012 while on a visit to	Iran	, where he was born. He was accused of attempting to undermine national security by establishing churches in private homes. His
15	983885	business trip. Family members said he was working as a private investigator for corporate clients and had been sent to	Iran	to investigate the smuggling of contraband tobacco. It later emerged that he was on a CIA contract. But according to
15	984051	old, with several pressing health concerns including diabetes, hypertension and gout. Matthew Trevithick The student from Hingham, Mass., went to	Iran	in September for a four-month language program at an institute associated with Tehran University, his family said in a
15	993403	1,267 in total (82% outside cabins No. of restaurants & bistros: 13 No. of bars & lounges: 14 New US Sanctions on	Iran	? With Iran celebrating international sanctions lifted on its entirely peaceful nuclear program, the US Treasury imposed new ones unilaterally and
15	993405	total (82% outside cabins No. of restaurants & bistros: 13 No. of bars & lounges: 14 New US Sanctions on Iran? With	Iran	celebrating international sanctions lifted on its entirely peaceful nuclear program, the US Treasury imposed new ones unilaterally and illegally - again
15	993541	support for terrorism, regional destabilization, human rights abuses, and ballistic missile program. It bears repeating. Longstanding US sanctions imposed on	Iran	were and continue to be solely for political reasons, no others. Any without Security Council authorization are illegal. Accusations against
15	993605	for waging war, polar opposite Americas sordid history of raping and destroying one country after another. Newly imposed sanctions on	Iran	less than 24 hours after lifting international ones shows implacable US anti-Iranian hostility. What further shoe will drop next
15	994762	head of the powerful Sinaloa Cartel, according to The Associated Press. HINGHAM Just before four American-Iranian prisoners held by	Iran	were released following a diplomatic initiative, another American being held in an Iranian prison was released, making him the fifth
15	994786	a diplomatic initiative, another American being held in an Iranian prison was released, making him the fifth American hostage in	Iran	to be freed over the weekend. According to the Associated Press, 30-year-old Matthew Trevithick was released from Evin
15	994917	SREO, a nonpartisan research center that provides analysis of the humanitarian crises in the Middle East. Trevithick had traveled to	Iran	to study Dari, a language related to Farsi. Iran announced it was releasing four American-Iranian prisoners it was holding
15	994926	the humanitarian crises in the Middle East. Trevithick had traveled to Iran to study Dari, a language related to Farsi.	Iran	announced it was releasing four American-Iranian prisoners it was holding in exchange for seven Iranian prisoners being held in
15	995553	announcements will be posted on the internet at http://www.massdot.state.ma.us/Highway/. The turnpike is also known as Interstate 90. Austria	Iran	Nuclear U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, right, after the International Atomic
15	995579	John Kerry talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, right, after the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) verified that	Iran	has met all conditions under the nuclear deal, in Vienna, Saturday Jan. 16, 2016. (Kevin Lamarque/Pool via AP) VIENNA
15	995608	in Vienna, Saturday Jan. 16, 2016. (Kevin Lamarque/Pool via AP) VIENNA -- Western economic sanctions in place for years against	Iran	were lifted after the U.N. nuclear agency certified Saturday that Iran has met all of its commitments under last summer's
15	995619	VIENNA -- Western economic sanctions in place for years against Iran were lifted after the U.N. nuclear agency certified Saturday that	Iran	has met all of its commitments under last summer's landmark nuclear deal. The move crowns years of U.S.-led efforts
15	995666	atomic weapons. U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry said the landmark deal reduces the threat of nuclear weapons. The steps	Iran	has taken have fundamentally altered Iran's nuclear program, he said. Removing the sanctions unlocks iran's access to $100 billion in
15	995744	read in Farsi by Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Jawad Zarif. President Barack Obama signed executive orders lifting economic sanctions on	Iran	and Mogherini said the EU had lifted its nuclear-related sanctions as well. "This historic deal is both strong and
15	995815	with Zarif that culminated in the July 14 deal, confirmed that the U.N.'s International Atomic Energy could verify that "	Iran	has fully implemented its required commitments." "Relations between Iran and the IAEA now enter a new phase," said IAEA director
15	995824	confirmed that the U.N.'s International Atomic Energy could verify that "Iran has fully implemented its required commitments." "Relations between	Iran	and the IAEA now enter a new phase," said IAEA director general Yukiya Amano. "It is an important day for
15	995856	general Yukiya Amano. "It is an important day for the international community." Progress also came Saturday on another area of	Iran	-U.S. tensions: U.S. and Iranian officials announced that Iran was releasing four detained Iranian-Americans in exchange for seven Iranians
15	995865	the international community." Progress also came Saturday on another area of Iran-U.S. tensions: U.S. and Iranian officials announced that	Iran	was releasing four detained Iranian-Americans in exchange for seven Iranians held or charged in the United States. U.S. officials
15	995911	reporter Jason Rezaian, former U.S. Marine Amir Hekmati, pastor Saeed Abedini and Nosratollah Khosravi-Roodsari -- were to be flown from	Iran	to Switzerland on a Swiss plane and then brought to a U.S. military hospital in Landstuhl, Germany, for medical treatment
15	995981	drop Interpol "red notices" -- essentially arrest warrants -- on a handful of Iranian fugitives it has sought. Rezaian is a dual	Iran	-U.S. citizen convicted of espionage by Iran in a closed-door trial in 2015. The Post and the U.S. government
15	995988	on a handful of Iranian fugitives it has sought. Rezaian is a dual Iran-U.S. citizen convicted of espionage by	Iran	in a closed-door trial in 2015. The Post and the U.S. government have denied the accusations, as has Rezaian
15	996052	Saturday. Publisher Frederick J. Ryan Jr. said more information would be available once he can confirm Rezaian has safely left	Iran	. Rezaian had been held more than 543 days on espionage and related charges. U.S. officials say a fifth American detained
15	996074	had been held more than 543 days on espionage and related charges. U.S. officials say a fifth American detained in	Iran	, a student, has been released in a move unrelated to a prisoner swap earlier between the two countries. They said
15	996116	student, identified as Matthew Trevithick, was released independently of the exchange and already was on his way home. The landmark	Iran	nuclear agreement, struck after decades of hostility, defused the likelihood of U.S. or Israeli military action against Iran, something Zarif
15	996134	The landmark Iran nuclear agreement, struck after decades of hostility, defused the likelihood of U.S. or Israeli military action against	Iran	, something Zarif alluded to. "Our region has been freed from shadow of an unnecessary conflict that could have caused concerns
15	996180	Today is also a good day for the world. Today will prove that we can solve important problems through diplomacy."	Iran	insists all of its nuclear activities are peaceful. But under the July 14 deal, it agreed to crimp programs which
15	1004698	Flint native Amir Hekmati has been in captivity. One thousand six hundred and one. "And it ends there," Spencer said.	Iran	announced on Saturday, Jan. 16, that four Iranian-Americans -- including the 32-year-old Hekmati -- were part of a prisoner
15	1004788	Dunlop's Downtown building, the news was "very emotional to hear." "It's obviously historic, as far as our relationship goes with	Iran	," he said. "It's a big deal. Not just for me, but for my whole family. My wife and two boys
15	1005884	at least once a month for the last four-plus years about the day her brother would be freed from	Iran	. "We've talked about this day, I don't think a month has passed in the years that we've been working on
15	1006274	fade away." Those efforts were bolstered by talks with several diplomatic figures, Kildee said, including Julia Hoss, Swiss Ambassador to	Iran	, Omani ambassador and two Iranian ambassadors. During a 2015 trip to New York to hear Pope Francis speak, Kildee met
15	1006745	by Amir Hekmati's family has become a reality. "Today, our brother, son and friend Amir Hekmati has been released from	Iran	," the family said in a statement Sunday, Jan. 17. "We have now been officially told that he is on a
15	1011661	former military chiefs, officers and companies for alleged arms procurement fraud, a presidency statement said on Friday. Credit:Reuters 17.01.2016 LISTEN	Iran	has released Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian and three other Iranian-American prisoners in an apparent prisoner swap with the
15	1011720	to seven Iranians being held in the United States for sanctions violation. Diplomatic talks are under way in Vienna as	Iran	anticipates the lifting of international sanctions as part of the nuclear deal agreed last year. News of the releases came
15	1011830	Roodsari. A US official said a diplomatic channel was established with the focus of getting our detained US citizens home.	Iran	has also committed to continue co-operating with the United States to determine the whereabouts of Robert Levinson, the official
15	1011869	the official said. . According to the Associated Press news agency, Mr Levinson is a former FBI agent who disappeared in	Iran	in 2007 while working for the CIA on an unapproved intelligence mission. A further 14 Iranians sought by the US
15	1011901	mission. A further 14 Iranians sought by the US would be removed from an Interpol wanted list, the US and	Iran	said. A fifth American, writer and student Matthew Trevithick, was also released from jail in Iran on Saturday, but his
15	1011917	list, the US and Iran said. A fifth American, writer and student Matthew Trevithick, was also released from jail in	Iran	on Saturday, but his release was not part of the prisoner exchange. His family said in a statement published on
15	1011939	Saturday, but his release was not part of the prisoner exchange. His family said in a statement published on the	Iran	Primer website that he had been held at Evin prison in Tehran for 40 days. He had been studying languages
15	1011961	website that he had been held at Evin prison in Tehran for 40 days. He had been studying languages in	Iran	, they said. The international nuclear watchdog, the IAEA, is expected to confirm that Iran has scaled back its atomic activities
15	1011975	He had been studying languages in Iran, they said. The international nuclear watchdog, the IAEA, is expected to confirm that	Iran	has scaled back its atomic activities in line with the agreement. Billions of dollars of frozen Iranian assets are expected
15	1012052	press has lamented nuclear restrictions, with Vatan-e Emruz declaring closing the Arak reactor amounted to a nuclear burial. Moderate	Iran	and reformist Mardom Salari feared Saudi Arabia and US Republicans would try to sabotage the deal, the latter predicting that
15	1020762	Confidential. Thousands Helped. No upfront fees January 17, 2016 In Less Than 24 Hours U.S. Breaks Spirit Of Agreement With	Iran	Just yeterday, shortly before the Iranian nuclear deal went into implementation. I asked How long until the U.S. will, one
15	1020834	deal and to again promote hardliners in Tehran: The US Treasury says it is imposing new ballistic missile sanctions on	Iran	after Tehran released five American prisoners. The move also comes less than a day after some of the sanctions imposed
15	1020856	Tehran released five American prisoners. The move also comes less than a day after some of the sanctions imposed on	Iran	over its nuclear program were removed by the US and EU. Washington has imposed sanctions on 11 companies and individuals
15	1020966	Council resolution restricting the development of missiles that are capable of carrying nuclear warheads. The nuclear agreement makes sure that	Iran	does not have and can not develop nuclear warheads. What sense then does it make to restrict its ballistic missile
15	1021066	for the upholding of the UN resolution and for new sanctions. Even before U.S. prisoners were to be freed by	Iran	yesterday as part of the nuclear Hillary Clinton irresponsibly called for new sanctions on Iran. On can understand that as
15	1021081	were to be freed by Iran yesterday as part of the nuclear Hillary Clinton irresponsibly called for new sanctions on	Iran	. On can understand that as the money she wastes for egomaniac campaigning to become president comes from Israel-Firsters like
15	1021196	to now make this move. It is an expression of arrogance and disdain for decency. Next month the people of	Iran	will vote for a new parliament. The Rouhani government, with which the nuclear deal was successfully negotiated, now looks as
15	1021616	could influence prices. He noted that in the past, the price of oil would have shot up on news that	Iran	detained two U.S. boats and 10 sailors. Was there any impact? No. Conspicuously placed in a hangar along Interstate 20
15	1033509	August 2013, cannot be stopped completely and could still be occurring to this day."If the geopolitical situation changes and	Iran	wants to target these facilities, if they have this kind of information it will make it a lot easier," said
15	1038193	pardoned or dropped the charges against seven Iranians in a prisoner swap for the release of four Americans held by	Iran	. The seven were accused or convicted of violating U.S. sanctions. Six of them have dual U.S.-Iranian citizenship, and at
15	1038268	Modanlo Modanlo, a naturalized U.S. citizen, was sentenced to eight years in prison for violating the trade embargo and helping	Iran	launch its first-ever satellite into orbit. According to court documents, Modanlo was a mechanical engineer who received science and
15	1038359	who lives in Houston, was indicted last year on charges he illegally exported millions of dollars in U.S. technology to	Iran	. Mechanic, 69, is the co-owner of Iran-based Faratel Corporation and its Houston-based sister company Smart Power Systems
15	1038367	on charges he illegally exported millions of dollars in U.S. technology to Iran. Mechanic, 69, is the co-owner of	Iran	-based Faratel Corporation and its Houston-based sister company Smart Power Systems. Faratel designs and builds uninterruptible power supplies for
15	1038403	builds uninterruptible power supplies for several Iranian government agencies, including the Iranian Ministry of Defense, the Atomic Energy Organization of	Iran	and the Iranian Centrifuge Technology Company, according to the charges. The technology Mechanic sold to Iran is used in a
15	1038419	Atomic Energy Organization of Iran and the Iranian Centrifuge Technology Company, according to the charges. The technology Mechanic sold to	Iran	is used in a wide range of military systems, including surface-air and cruise missiles. Between July 2010 and 2015
15	1038457	2010 and 2015, Mechanic's network allegedly obtained 28 million parts valued at about $24 million worth and shipped them to	Iran	through Taiwan and Turkey. Among the parts shipped were microelectronics and digital signal processors, according to the indictment. "Everything about
15	1038547	his wife and then get back to work probably tomorrow," Androphy said. Khosrow Afghahi Afghahi co-owns Faratel Corporation in	Iran	and Houston-based Smart Power Systems with Mechanic, according to an indictment. U.S. prosecutors say Afghahi helped Mechanic to illegally
15	1038572	Power Systems with Mechanic, according to an indictment. U.S. prosecutors say Afghahi helped Mechanic to illegally provide U.S. technology to	Iran	. Houston-based attorney David Gerger says the charges against his client were "wrong." "Freeing Khosrow Afghahi is the correct result
15	1038631	good man, and we will be happy to put this ordeal behind him." Gerger said that Afghahi lived mostly in	Iran	but became a U.S. citizen so he could more easily visit his family. Gerger said Afghahi was arrested in April
15	1038725	president of a Smart Power Systems and along with Afghahi assisted Mechanic in the illegal transfer of U.S. technology to	Iran	, according to court documents. Mechanic, assisted by Afghahi and Faridi, also of Houston, regularly received lists of commodities, including U.S
15	1038752	by Afghahi and Faridi, also of Houston, regularly received lists of commodities, including U.S.-origin microelectronics, sought by Faratel in	Iran	, according to an indictment. Houston-based attorney Kent Schaffer said Faridi, who had remained free on bond, did nothing to
15	1038854	embargo after he participated in a scheme to purchase marine navigation equipment and military electronic equipment for illegal export to	Iran	. Prosecutors argued in court the naturalized U.S. citizen, who lived in Staten Island, New York, acted as an agent of
15	1038897	procurement network and used a front company in Dubai to illegally acquire U.S. goods and technologies to be sent to	Iran	. A maritime engineer, Ghahraman also worked at shipyards in the U.S. Nima Golestaneh Golestaneh, an Iranian national, pleaded guilty to
15	1038978	released Saturday who doesn't have dual citizenship. Ali Saboonchi Saboonchi, 35, was convicted in 2014 of exporting industrial products to	Iran	though companies in China and the United Arab Emirates. A U.S. citizen who was living in Parkville, Maryland at the
15	1039010	citizen who was living in Parkville, Maryland at the time of his arrest, Saboonchi conspired with others to evade the	Iran	Trade Embargo and export to Iran numerous industrial parts, including hydraulic valves and connectors; and liquid pumps and valves, which
15	1039016	Maryland at the time of his arrest, Saboonchi conspired with others to evade the Iran Trade Embargo and export to	Iran	numerous industrial parts, including hydraulic valves and connectors; and liquid pumps and valves, which can be used in the oil
15	1039270	to freedom in a prisoner swap playing out alongside the kick-start of an accord lifting heavy international sanctions on	Iran	in return for its agreement to pull back its nuclear program. A fifth American was released separately. The negotiated exchange
15	1039350	pastor Saeed Abedini and Nosratollah Khosravi-Roodsari, whose name had not been previously made public, were freed from custody in	Iran	and were to be flown to Switzerland, U.S. officials said. U.S. student Matthew Trevithick was released independently of the exchange
15	1039440	others were awaiting trial. The last one made a plea agreement. It's unclear if they will leave the U.S. for	Iran	. They are free to stay in the United States. In addition, the U.S. will drop Interpol "red notices," essentially arrest
15	1039479	essentially arrest warrants, on 14 Iranian fugitives it has sought, officials said. The announcement of the exchange came shortly before	Iran	was certified as having met all commitments under the nuclear deal with six world powers. U.S. Secretary of State John
15	1039537	as the diplomatic achievement unfolded. The release of the prisoners and the nuclear deal developments capped weeks of intense U.S.-	Iran	diplomacy that took several unexpected turns after an Iranian ballistic missile test in October and then the detention on Jan
15	1039560	took several unexpected turns after an Iranian ballistic missile test in October and then the detention on Jan. 12 by	Iran	of 10 U.S. Navy sailors and their two boats in the Persian Gulf. In a statement, Frederick J. Ryan, Jr
15	1039635	relieved that this 545-day nightmare for Jason and his family is finally over. We are pleased to see that	Iran	released four other Americans, and our hope is that those who remain held will soon follow. "We are enormously grateful
15	1039812	return." Trevithick's parents said he was freed after 40 days at a prison in Tehran. They did not say why	Iran	detained him. Trevithick, who is from Hingham, Massachusetts, co-founded a research center based in Turkey that assesses the humanitarian
15	1039840	Massachusetts, co-founded a research center based in Turkey that assesses the humanitarian crisis in the area and traveled to	Iran	in September for a four-month language program. Republican presidential candidates had slammed the Obama administration for striking the multinational
15	1039864	a four-month language program. Republican presidential candidates had slammed the Obama administration for striking the multinational nuclear deal with	Iran	while Americans were held captive. They welcomed news that the Americans were coming home but offered little to no credit
15	1039908	for the negotiations that secured the freedom of the prisoners. Among Democrats, Hillary Clinton also embraced the developments while saying	Iran	should not be thanked, because it should never have detained the Americans. Her rival for the Democratic nomination, Bernie Sanders
15	1039940	Americans. Her rival for the Democratic nomination, Bernie Sanders, offered unreserved praise for the diplomacy. Robert Levinson, who disappeared in	Iran	in 2007 while working for the CIA on an unapproved intelligence mission, wasn't part of the deal. American officials are
15	1039988	even still alive. The Iranians have always denied knowing his location. Levinson's case was aggressively pursued, officials said, adding that	Iran	has committed to continue cooperating in trying to determine Levinson's whereabouts. The exchange also didn't cover Siamak Namazi, an Iranian
15	1040016	to determine Levinson's whereabouts. The exchange also didn't cover Siamak Namazi, an Iranian-American businessman who advocated better ties between	Iran	and the U.S. He was thought to have been arrested in October. According to the official IRNA news agency, the
15	1047102	aid. (Read more Cher stories.) (Newser) A senior US official says the plane carrying Americans who had been imprisoned by	Iran	has left Tehran. The Obama administration official isn't saying whether all four Americans were on the plane, just that "our
15	1047136	were on the plane, just that "our detained US citizens have been released and that those who wished to depart	Iran	have left." The publisher of the Washington Post is confirming via a statement that reporter Jason Rezaian (reh-ZY'-ahn
15	1076091	off in South Carolina. Two news organizations have acknowledged that they knew about the negotiations between the United States and	Iran	over a prisoner exchange that included a Washington Post reporter before the arrangement was announced. But they chose not to
15	1077561	a beach on the coast incorrectly. It is in Essaouira, not El Jadida. A researcher from Massachusetts who was in	Iran	to study Farsi was allowed to leave the country after more than a months detention, his family and the State
15	1081528	billionth can of Spam a family member filled in for him. This is a moment many thought would never come:	Iran	has delivered on its commitment under a 2015 agreement with the United States and other major powers to curb or
15	1081574	of its nuclear program. The world is now safer for this. The International Atomic Energy Agency verified on Saturday that	Iran	has shipped over 8.5 tons of enriched uranium to Russia so Iran cant use that in bomb-making, disabled more
15	1081586	International Atomic Energy Agency verified on Saturday that Iran has shipped over 8.5 tons of enriched uranium to Russia so	Iran	cant use that in bomb-making, disabled more than 12,000 centrifuges and poured concrete into the core of a reactor
15	1081627	at Arak designed to produce plutonium. On Sunday, President Obama hailed these steps as having cut off every single path	Iran	could have used to build a bomb and noted that engagement with Iran has created a window to try to
15	1081640	as having cut off every single path Iran could have used to build a bomb and noted that engagement with	Iran	has created a window to try to resolve important issues. Most important of all, he said, Weve achieved this historic
15	1081704	strictly adhered to, an obligation for the United States, Russia, China and Europe. Cheating should be much harder, given that	Iran	will be subjected to continuous and intrusive monitoring by the I.A.E.A. of its nuclear enrichment facilities, centrifuge production and uranium
15	1083112	warned on Sunday that his nation would ensure that Tehran never obtains nuclear weapons, while also taking credit for keeping	Iran	from already having them. Mr. Netanyahu has been an open and vocal opponent of the deal with Iran. Speaking at
15	1083130	for keeping Iran from already having them. Mr. Netanyahu has been an open and vocal opponent of the deal with	Iran	. Speaking at the start of the regular weekly cabinet meeting, Mr. Netanyahu said, Israels policy has been and will remain
15	1083159	cabinet meeting, Mr. Netanyahu said, Israels policy has been and will remain exactly what it has been: not to allow	Iran	to acquire nuclear weapons. He also said that the recent accord would strengthen and embolden Irans leaders, since the lifting
15	1083221	Syria, Shiite militias and Israels enemies in the region, including Hezbollah, Hamas and Islamic Jihad. What is clear is that	Iran	will now have more resources to dedicate to their terrorism and aggression in the region and in the world, and
15	1083259	the world, and Israel is prepared to deal with any threat, he said. VIENNA With three Americans long held in	Iran	flying to Europe on Sunday, President Obama urged young Iranians to pursue a new path with the West as he
15	1084876	said. Contact the writer: 714-796-7990 or mnicolai@ocregister.com American evangelical pastor Saeed Abedini is among the four Americans	Iran	who were released on Saturday, according to U.S. and Iranian officials. For more than three years, evangelical activists have pressed
15	1085110	social media regularly and speaking regularly at Christian conferences across the country. Saeed Abedini had established small house churches in	Iran	, and he was convicted in 2013 of threatening Irans national security. Born and raised in Iran, Abedini became a U.S
15	1085126	small house churches in Iran, and he was convicted in 2013 of threatening Irans national security. Born and raised in	Iran	, Abedini became a U.S. citizen in 2010. In July 2012, he visited the country of Georgia, and when he tried
15	1085149	a U.S. citizen in 2010. In July 2012, he visited the country of Georgia, and when he tried to enter	Iran	to see his parents, his passport was taken and he was put under house arrest, then later imprisoned in September
15	1085537	is very troubling. Saeed Abedinis release was part of the nuclear deal between Tehran and six world powers in which	Iran	agreed to an exchange for at least six people imprisoned or charged in the U.S. I dont generally believe in
15	1085649	said. My husband has opened my eyes to the plight of people of different beliefs. Naghmeh Abedini was born in	Iran	and moved to the U.S. with her parents when she was 9 and became a citizen when they did. She
15	1085824	husband were very difficult, describing officials as stand-off-ish since they had issued travel warnings to U.S. citizens about	Iran	. She said she began to have more hope after Secretary of State John Kerry urged her husbands release in 2013
15	1085909	like Saeed who for their faith are captured and held indefinitely, he said. Johnnie Moore criticized the U.S. governments deal.	Iran	is driving a hard bargain with the United States, and I think the United States has given too much, he
15	1085987	a clear window for Abedinis release. We dealt with the reality that this administration decided to sit down with the	Iran	and do a deal, Sekulow said. At the beginning, there wasnt this kind of dialogue. I dont think were at
15	1089747	debate has shifted away from economic issues and zeroed in on national security and terrorism especially with news Saturday that	Iran	freed four Americans, including The Washington Post correspondent Jason Rezaian, in a deal that provided clemency for seven Iranians charged
15	1089854	top issues for Sundays Democratic debate. World leaders were converging in Vienna on Saturday to prepare to lift sanctions against	Iran	as part of a historic nuclear deal, when news broke that four Americans imprisoned in Iran would be freed. The
15	1089870	to lift sanctions against Iran as part of a historic nuclear deal, when news broke that four Americans imprisoned in	Iran	would be freed. The four include a Christian pastor, a former Marine and Rezaian, who had been in captivity in
15	1089891	would be freed. The four include a Christian pastor, a former Marine and Rezaian, who had been in captivity in	Iran	for 18 months and was most recently held in the countrys notorious Evin Prison. In exchange, the U.S. released the
15	1089922	countrys notorious Evin Prison. In exchange, the U.S. released the seven Iranians imprisoned or charged related to violating sanctions against	Iran	. A U.S. official in Vienna told The Post that no Iranians charged with crimes related to terrorism were freed. Upon
15	1090012	of the prisoner release while still offering harsh words for the nuclear deal Obama and five other nations signed with	Iran	in 2015. Democratic presidential candidates appeared to have a different take on the news. In a statement Saturday, Sanders said
15	1090053	the exchange shows diplomacy can work. Late Saturday, Clinton issued a statement welcoming the release, but adding, We shouldnt thank	Iran	for the prisoners or for following through on its obligations. These prisoners were held unjustly by a regime that continues
15	1090100	of the Middle East. All three Democratic candidates will have a chance to offer more thoughts on the complicated U.S.-	Iran	relationship and its latest development on Sunday night. Sanderss momentum is raising the possibility among the Democratic elite in Washington
15	1094403	his fortune. The premiere episode airs at 7, 8 and 10 p.m. The International Atomic Energy Agency declared Saturday that	Iran	had fulfilled requirements to limit its nuclear activities, a step that automatically lifted nuclear-related economic sanctions imposed by the
15	1094434	that automatically lifted nuclear-related economic sanctions imposed by the United Nations, European Union and United States. The move freed	Iran	to sell much more oil and gain control of roughly $100 billion in impounded money, ending a prolonged isolation that
15	1094493	the most important phase so far of the historic nuclear agreement, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, that	Iran	reached with the major world powers on July 14. Q. : Why were the actions taken simultaneously? A. : The coordinated timing
15	1094531	The coordinated timing was an important face-saving element built into the nuclear accord to avoid giving the impression that	Iran	had capitulated to Western pressure before sanctions were lifted. Irans supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who has final authority over
15	1094574	had said the country would not regard the agreement as legitimate while the sanctions remained in force. Q. : What did	Iran	do to comply? A. : The International Atomic Energy Agency, the nuclear proliferation monitoring agency of the United Nations, had to
15	1094603	Agency, the nuclear proliferation monitoring agency of the United Nations, had to verify the following steps had been taken by	Iran	to ensure its atomic work remains peaceful, at least for the next 15 years: Reducing its low-enriched uranium stockpile
15	1094663	with the bulk of the uranium exported to Russia in a Russian ship. Dismantling 12,000 centrifuges used to enrich uranium.	Iran	said it had completed that work in November. Answering questions from international investigators about Irans past nuclear work with possible
15	1094693	questions from international investigators about Irans past nuclear work with possible military dimensions. The IAEA said on Dec. 15 that	Iran	had done so. Yukiya Amano, the agencys director general, announced that it had no credible indications of such work after
15	1094738	the core of the nuclear reactor in Arak, which could have produced roughly two weapons worth of plutonium per year.	Iran	said it had completed that step this past week. Q. : What sanctions were lifted? A. : The EU rescinded restrictions on
15	1094895	and other penalties. The U.S. steps included the creation of special licenses enabling U.S. manufacturers to sell civilian aircraft to	Iran	, which has one of the worlds oldest fleets and is said to need 400 to 600 new planes. The United
15	1094947	caviar, and perhaps most important it will permit foreign subsidiaries of U.S. companies, with certain restrictions, to do business in	Iran	. That provision could lead to the legal sale of U.S. products there. Nonetheless, other U.S. sanctions remain in force. The
15	1094971	lead to the legal sale of U.S. products there. Nonetheless, other U.S. sanctions remain in force. The U.S. government regards	Iran	as a state sponsor of terrorism and an abuser of human rights. It also accuses Iran of meddling in the
15	1094987	The U.S. government regards Iran as a state sponsor of terrorism and an abuser of human rights. It also accuses	Iran	of meddling in the affairs of U.S. allies in the Middle East. A trade embargo severely restricts most U.S. business
15	1095009	meddling in the affairs of U.S. allies in the Middle East. A trade embargo severely restricts most U.S. business with	Iran	. While Iranian banks can buy and sell dollars, they cannot use the U.S. banking system, an important conduit for global
15	1095035	and sell dollars, they cannot use the U.S. banking system, an important conduit for global commerce. Q. : How quickly will	Iran	benefit economically from these changes? A. : The most immediate benefit to Iran will be access to roughly $100 billion of
15	1095047	conduit for global commerce. Q. : How quickly will Iran benefit economically from these changes? A. : The most immediate benefit to	Iran	will be access to roughly $100 billion of its money that was frozen in foreign accounts. Of that total, outside
15	1095086	total, outside analysts estimate roughly half already is committed to other obligations, such as payments to foreign creditors including China.	Iran	also will be able to sell as much oil as it likes. But with the collapse of the oil market
15	1095117	it likes. But with the collapse of the oil market prices have fallen 70 percent in the past 18 months	Iran	will derive far less revenue than it had anticipated, and Iranian sales could further depress prices. More broadly, the lifting
15	1095149	sales could further depress prices. More broadly, the lifting of the sanctions is expected to diminish a psychological cloud in	Iran	, even if it is not felt immediately. Irans international logistics for banking and shipping and insurance was so ravaged by
15	1095253	U.S. companies have little interest in navigating the complicated web of restrictions that remain in force for them. Critics of	Iran	in the United States who opposed the nuclear agreement have sought to emphasize what they call the resilient legal hazards
15	1095288	they call the resilient legal hazards for Americans. I dont think youre going to see a flood of business into	Iran	right now, said Mark D. Wallace, chief executive of United Against Nuclear Iran, a New York-based group that campaigned
15	1095301	to see a flood of business into Iran right now, said Mark D. Wallace, chief executive of United Against Nuclear	Iran	, a New York-based group that campaigned against the deal reached in July. However, political relations, while still estranged after
15	1095372	the Persian Gulf last Tuesday and their release less than 24 hours later. While critics of the Obama administration said	Iran	scored a propaganda victory at Americas expense, others said the speedy resolution reflected the close ties between Secretary of State
15	1095402	the speedy resolution reflected the close ties between Secretary of State John Kerry and Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif of	Iran	, forged over the course of the nuclear negotiations. Kerry correctly predicted the sailors would be quickly freed. It helped that
15	1095491	States is committed to taking legislative action that would permanently remove the sanctions, not just suspend their application provided that	Iran	sticks to its pledges as well. Kupchan said he believed that the agreement would start a slow, nonlinear thaw between
15	1095541	with Khameneis deep-seated mistrust of the United States and the repressive force of the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps in	Iran	, Kupchan said, the tectonic plates are going to move. WASHINGTON The Obama administration announced Sunday that it was imposing new
15	1095595	resolutions against ballistic missile tests. The move came less than 24 hours after the White House lifted broader sanctions against	Iran	for its nuclear program. The announcement, which was prepared several weeks ago but delayed by the Treasury Department, was made
15	1095639	Swiss plane carrying Americans freed by the Iranian authorities departed Tehran. The release of the Americans came a day after	Iran	and the United States concluded delicate negotiations on a prisoner exchange tied indirectly to the completion of a nuclear agreement
15	1095668	a prisoner exchange tied indirectly to the completion of a nuclear agreement. President Barack Obama Sunday hailed the agreements with	Iran	as the beginning of what he hoped would be a new era of constructive relations between two nations, which have
15	1095749	for both our peoples and the wider world, said Obama, who has staked his political credibility on the opening with	Iran	. Thats the opportunity before the Iranian people. We need to take advantage of that. But Obama vowed to continue monitoring
15	1095790	Irans nuclear program to ensure it does not cheat and said he would work to restrain any aggressive behavior by	Iran	, including terrorist activity and human rights abuses. He also noted the new sanctions on those involved with Irans recent ballistic
15	1095868	on behalf of Irans ballistic missile program and five Iranian individuals who have worked to procure ballistic missile components for	Iran	. While the optics of the back-to-back sanctions announcements might seem to suggest that Washington was imposing new measures
15	1095909	to make up for those that were lifted Saturday, they are actually nowhere near comparable. The action taken Saturday allowed	Iran	to re-enter the worlds oil markets; according to some estimates, by the end of the year its exports may
15	1096014	oil sales. The new sanctions are mostly aimed at individuals and some small companies accused of shipping crucial technologies to	Iran	, including carbon fiber and missile parts that can survive re-entry. The sanctions are so focused on those individuals and
15	1096070	also announced Sunday that, in addition to the completion of the nuclear deal and the prisoner swap, the U.S. and	Iran	had resolved a three-decade-old financial dispute. The United States will return Iranian money held since the hostage crisis
15	1096100	United States will return Iranian money held since the hostage crisis of 1979-81 with interest but far less than	Iran	had been seeking, Obama said. Administration officials had denied that the missile sanctions were being delayed for political reasons. Relatives
15	1096307	the sanctions after two years of talks with world powers, including the United States, would lead to more cooperation by	Iran	in Syria. Instead, he promised Iran a new and better future. The family of Hekmati, 32, a former Marine incarcerated
15	1096313	talks with world powers, including the United States, would lead to more cooperation by Iran in Syria. Instead, he promised	Iran	a new and better future. The family of Hekmati, 32, a former Marine incarcerated in Iran longer than any of
15	1096329	Syria. Instead, he promised Iran a new and better future. The family of Hekmati, 32, a former Marine incarcerated in	Iran	longer than any of the others, issued a statement expressing relief that he was out of Iran. It is hard
15	1096346	Marine incarcerated in Iran longer than any of the others, issued a statement expressing relief that he was out of	Iran	. It is hard to put into words what our family feels right now, the family said. But we remain in
15	1096653	considered the Americans released in the exchange to be Iranian citizens because of their dual nationalities. Publicly, government officials in	Iran	said they were not legally obligated to afford the prisoners the same rights given to other foreigners arrested in the
15	1096739	Americans were held for 444 days. Nonetheless, at least one other American, Siamak Namazi, a business consultant, remained held in	Iran	. He was arrested in October for unclear reasons. U.S. officials have said they are still working to have him released
15	1096763	in October for unclear reasons. U.S. officials have said they are still working to have him released. Trevithicks departure from	Iran	was handled separately, and he was not on the Swiss plane, his family said. President Hassan Rouhani said Irans financial
15	1096896	time to thrive, Rouhani said Sunday on Twitter. Addressing parliament later in a televised speech, he said its up to	Iran	to seize the opportunity for an economic leap. The U.S. dampened the celebratory atmosphere by imposing limited new sanctions on
15	1096917	to seize the opportunity for an economic leap. The U.S. dampened the celebratory atmosphere by imposing limited new sanctions on	Iran	over its ballistic missile activities, signaling it intends to keep a tough watch on the countrys military programs. The United
15	1096996	his policy of hard-nosed diplomacy backed by onerous penalties had succeeded in keeping the U.S. out of another war.	Iran	has undertaken significant steps that many people doubted would ever come to pass, clearing the way for sanctions to end
15	1097061	the international community, and verification remains, as it always has been, the backbone of this agreement. Ahead of the announcement	Iran	freed four Iranian- Americans, including Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian, as part of a prisoner exchange with the U.S. that
15	1097120	last summer on the 18th day of last-ditch talks in Vienna, capping more than two years of wrangling between	Iran	and the U.S., China, Russia, Germany, France and the U.K. Most U.S. companies will be on the sidelines because the
15	1097148	and the U.K. Most U.S. companies will be on the sidelines because the deal lifts only those sanctions imposed on	Iran	to punish it for its nuclear program. It doesnt touch the sweeping ban on U.S. trade and investment with Iran
15	1097168	Iran to punish it for its nuclear program. It doesnt touch the sweeping ban on U.S. trade and investment with	Iran	put in place by the Clinton administration in 1995. On Sunday, the U.S. Treasury levied new sanctions against 11 entities
15	1097192	by the Clinton administration in 1995. On Sunday, the U.S. Treasury levied new sanctions against 11 entities and individuals in	Iran	, saying they belonged to a network that obfuscated the destination of sensitive goods used in Irans ballistic missile program. Stock
15	1097219	that obfuscated the destination of sensitive goods used in Irans ballistic missile program. Stock Surge Rouhani, in his speech, said	Iran	aims to attract at least $30 billion a year in foreign direct investment over the next five years. Iranian stocks
15	1097303	of an institutional fund to invest in Iranian securities. The joint fund with Turquoise Partners isnt available to U.S. investors.	Iran	is setting in motion a deal with Airbus Group SE to add 114 new and used jets for Iran Air
15	1097322	investors. Iran is setting in motion a deal with Airbus Group SE to add 114 new and used jets for	Iran	Air, according to website Planespotters.net. Iran is interested in Airbus wide-body planes including A350s and the A380 double-decker
15	1097328	a deal with Airbus Group SE to add 114 new and used jets for Iran Air, according to website Planespotters.net.	Iran	is interested in Airbus wide-body planes including A350s and the A380 double-decker, along with Boeing Co. 737 narrow
15	1097383	who asked not to be identified because the details are private. The IAEA assessment sets off a financial windfall for	Iran	that regional rivals Saudi Arabia and Israel, which bitterly opposed the deal, say will empower the hardliners in Tehran and
15	1097414	the deal, say will empower the hardliners in Tehran and further destabilize the Middle East. Tensions between mainly Shiite Muslim	Iran	and Sunni-ruled Saudi Arabia have escalated since the agreement was signed, helping to fuel proxy conflicts from Syria to
15	1097456	where they back opposing sides. Israeli Opposition Israeli Minister of Strategic Affairs Gilad Erdan said the day the agreement with	Iran	is implemented is a difficult day for all the countries in the region that hoped Iran would be prevented from
15	1097472	day the agreement with Iran is implemented is a difficult day for all the countries in the region that hoped	Iran	would be prevented from getting nuclear weapons. Israel will continue to monitor the agreements implementations and wont ignore its violations
15	1097515	world wont be surprised again, as it was with North Korea, he said in comments broadcast on Channel 2 television.	Iran	has repeatedly denied seeking nuclear weapons. The re-engagement with Iran came almost 35 years to the day after the
15	1097526	he said in comments broadcast on Channel 2 television. Iran has repeatedly denied seeking nuclear weapons. The re-engagement with	Iran	came almost 35 years to the day after the country freed the 52 American hostages held after the storming of
15	1097630	they welcomed the captives release. As holder of the worlds fourth-largest reserves of crude and largest of natural gas,	Iran	gains immediate access to about $50 billion in frozen accounts overseas, funds the government says it will use to rebuild
15	1097685	to enter a relatively untapped market of 77 million people. The Obama administration has pledged to continue enforcing sanctions against	Iran	related to its ballistic-missile program, support for terrorism and human-rights violations. Republicans and some Democrats in the U.S
15	1097733	vowed to press for fresh sanctions. A plane carrying Washington Post correspondent Jason Rezaian and two other Americans released by	Iran	left Tehran on Sunday and later landed in Germany after the implementation of a landmark agreement on Irans nuclear program
15	1097881	the three Americans was airborne, President Barack Obama hailed the implementation of the nuclear agreement and the prisoner deal with	Iran	that led to the release of the detained U.S. citizens. In televised remarks Sunday morning, he said that although profound
15	1097961	related sanctions marks a turning point for the country. He later proclaimed in a news conference that financial institutions in	Iran	would be able to re-engage the banks of the world for financial and monetary purposes. U.S. and European officials
15	1098026	curtail key parts of its nuclear program. Hours before diplomats in Vienna heralded the official activation of the nuclear deal,	Iran	confirmed the release of Rezaian and the other American detainees, set free in exchange for U.S. clemency offered to seven
15	1098128	officials said. We can confirm that our detained U.S. citizens have been released and that those who wished to depart	Iran	have left, a senior administration official said. We have no further information to share at this time and would ask
15	1098170	everyone respect the privacy of these individuals and their families. A fifth American was released in a separate gesture by	Iran	and left Iran individually before the plane carrying the three Americans departed. Also on the plane were Rezaians Iranian wife
15	1098173	privacy of these individuals and their families. A fifth American was released in a separate gesture by Iran and left	Iran	individually before the plane carrying the three Americans departed. Also on the plane were Rezaians Iranian wife, Yeganeh Salehi, and
15	1098307	were not charged with terrorism or any violent offenses. And he described their release as a one-time gesture to	Iran	that reflects U.S. willingness to engage with the country to advance our mutual interests. Although Iranian officials characterized the arrangement
15	1098352	of the seven who were granted clemency six Iranian Americans and one with solely Iranian citizenship were handed over to	Iran	, as in a traditional prisoner swap. Instead, U.S. officials said, they were free to decide individually whether to go to
15	1098373	as in a traditional prisoner swap. Instead, U.S. officials said, they were free to decide individually whether to go to	Iran	. At least five have chosen not to go, according to their lawyers. Calling a recent missile test by Iran a
15	1098392	to Iran. At least five have chosen not to go, according to their lawyers. Calling a recent missile test by	Iran	a violation of its international obligations, Obama said the United States as a result is imposing sanctions on individuals and
15	1098502	nuclear deal and free prisoners cemented a major diplomatic victory for the Obama administration, which won significant nuclear concessions from	Iran	in an effort to defuse an international crisis that threatened to spark a new Middle East war. The agreement also
15	1098524	an effort to defuse an international crisis that threatened to spark a new Middle East war. The agreement also frees	Iran	from crippling economic sanctions and opens the way for ending decades of diplomatic and economic isolation. This evening, we are
15	1098732	Irans supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who wields ultimate political and religious authority in the Shiite Muslim theocracy, has said	Iran	does not want or need nuclear weapons, which he has declared to be forbidden by Islam. Even after the signing
15	1098757	need nuclear weapons, which he has declared to be forbidden by Islam. Even after the signing of the nuclear agreement,	Iran	has not relinquished its aspiration to obtain nuclear weapons,and it will continue to undermine stability in the Middle East
15	1098825	will do everything necessary to safeguard its security and defend itself, he said. Saudi Arabia and other Arab opponents of	Iran	refrained from issuing such critical responses. But officials in Riyadh are deeply skeptical of the nuclear agreement: they fear that
15	1098889	the Saudis view, such a development could affect the conflicts in Yemen, Syria and other countries where Saudi Arabia and	Iran	fierce ideological and strategic rivals use proxies to compete for influence. The nuclear pact calls on Iran to disable key
15	1098906	Saudi Arabia and Iran fierce ideological and strategic rivals use proxies to compete for influence. The nuclear pact calls on	Iran	to disable key nuclear equipment in a deal designed to ensure that Iranian officials could never accumulate enough fissile material
15	1099005	meant that its now time for all especially Muslim nations to join hands and rid the world of violent extremism.	Iran	is ready. The release of prisoners had not been officially part of negotiations between Iran and the six world powers
15	1099020	the world of violent extremism. Iran is ready. The release of prisoners had not been officially part of negotiations between	Iran	and the six world powers: the United States, Russia, China, Britain, France and Germany. But Kerry frequently raised the plight
15	1099086	release of American detainees, including Rezaian, 39, whose 544-day detention is the longest ever by a Western journalist in	Iran	. White House officials confirmed that the swap was clinched during months of secret talks that gained momentum in the days
15	1099327	he had been held for 40 days in Evin Prison. A senior U.S. official said Trevithick, 30, has already left	Iran	. Abedini is a Christian pastor who had been imprisoned since July 2012 for organizing home churches. Hekmati is a former
15	1099607	to Khamenei has been given relatively free rein to manage Irans foreign affairs and improve its economy. In recent weeks,	Iran	took significant steps to meet its obligations under the deal. Increased U.S.-Iranian cooperation appeared to be on display Wednesday
15	1099629	significant steps to meet its obligations under the deal. Increased U.S.-Iranian cooperation appeared to be on display Wednesday when	Iran	released 10 U.S. sailors within a day after they were seized by Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps naval forces in the
15	1099694	for a resolution in Rezaians case. As the families of Americans celebrate the release of their loved ones held in	Iran	, the authorities in Tehran said they would not be freeing a businessman arrested in October and were silent on the
15	1099786	family in Tehran who couldnt be reached. Namazi immigrated to the United States in 1983, and he later returned to	Iran	after graduating from college to serve in the Iranian military. I dont know whats going on, said Ahmad Kiarostami, a
15	1099836	in the next few days. Thats what I hope. Kiarostami said he had traded Facebook messages with Namazis family in	Iran	, but they didnt know anything. He said it was a big surprise when Namazi wasnt freed with the others. U.S
15	1099867	big surprise when Namazi wasnt freed with the others. U.S. officials said Saturday that they would continue to talk with	Iran	to secure the release of Namazi as well as to obtain information about the whereabouts of Robert Levinson, 67, who
15	1099987	leverage in ensuring my fathers safe return home, Levinsons son, Daniel, wrote late last year in The Washington Post, after	Iran	and six world powers struck a nuclear deal. It was an ominous sign that he wasnt released with other the
15	1100333	March 8, 2007, Levinson flew from Dubai to the Iranian island of Kish and checked into a hotel. He entered	Iran	to gather information about government corruption. He met with Dawud Salahuddin, a fugitive wanted for the murder of an Iranian
15	1100459	information leading to his safe return. The CIA ultimately concluded that it was responsible for Levinson while he was in	Iran	and paid $2.5 million to his wife, Christine, former U.S. intelligence officials have said. The CIA leadership disciplined 10 employees
15	1108323	this singular action by the leadership rise to the level of treason, the crime of betraying one's country? The background:	Iran	is the worlds leading sponsor of state-directed terrorism against the United States and its allies, through proxies and the
15	1108418	the economic pressures on the current repressive regime, reduce the possibility of any internal revolt over deteriorating internal conditions in	Iran	, and allow the expenditure of billions in Russia for Russian arms. The side-deals to the Agreement, especially those involving
15	1108459	the IAEA (International Atomic Energy Agency), have never been fully disclosed to members of Congress, the public, or our allies.	Iran	has zero credibility and trustworthiness when it comes to keeping diplomatic accords and/or permitting the types of inspection that
15	1108520	Death to America at the highest levels of the government and broadcast world-wide. The betrayal U.S. lifts sanctions against	Iran	, says nuclear deal obligations have been met Completing a major diplomatic effort over the objections of many in Congress, President
15	1108546	been met Completing a major diplomatic effort over the objections of many in Congress, President Obama lifted economic sanctions against	Iran	Saturday after the U.N. atomic watchdog agency determined that Tehran has complied with the deal to curb its nuclear program
15	1108633	circumstances with respect to Irans nuclear program. Removing the sanctions is part of the international agreement reached last year among	Iran	, the U.S. and five other world powers when Iran agreed to curbs on its nuclear program in exchange for sanctions
15	1108642	sanctions is part of the international agreement reached last year among Iran, the U.S. and five other world powers when	Iran	agreed to curbs on its nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief. Certification by the International Atomic Energy Agency will
15	1108664	to curbs on its nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief. Certification by the International Atomic Energy Agency will allow	Iran	to immediately recoup some $100 billion in assets frozen overseas. Iran will also see huge benefits from new oil, trade
15	1108675	Certification by the International Atomic Energy Agency will allow Iran to immediately recoup some $100 billion in assets frozen overseas.	Iran	will also see huge benefits from new oil, trade and financial opportunities after Western sanctions against it are lifted. IAEA
15	1108706	financial opportunities after Western sanctions against it are lifted. IAEA director general Yukiya Amano said Saturday this means relations between	Iran	and the IAEA now enter a new phase. It is an important day for the international community. I congratulate all
15	1108741	the international community. I congratulate all those who helped make it a reality. Read more at: U.S. lifts sanctions against	Iran	, says nuclear deal obligations have been met - Washington Times Apparently, President Obama and his advisors, most of whom appear to
15	1108780	appear to be naive and incompetent when it comes to foreign policy, have decided that the risk of a belligerent	Iran	is an acceptable one as they appear to feel that Iran should be a co-equal nuclear power to Israel
15	1108791	policy, have decided that the risk of a belligerent Iran is an acceptable one as they appear to feel that	Iran	should be a co-equal nuclear power to Israel and serve to stabilize the Middle East. Unfortunately, it appears that
15	1108870	a man-made apocalypse that will result in the restoration of a Muslim-dominated world. What you may not know	Iran	is facing an existential demographic threat as the birthrate is down and women are fleeing Iran. Without military-age men
15	1108886	you may not know Iran is facing an existential demographic threat as the birthrate is down and women are fleeing	Iran	. Without military-age men to defend their nation, they are relying on nuclear weaponry to protect their country. They are
15	1108936	old civilization like Persia, waiting an additional ten years to introduce actual weapons is meaningless. It is also possible that	Iran	has links with North Korea and Pakistan who are already nuclear powers. As do the Saudis who appear to be
15	1109213	below $20 per barrel. Will the special interest whores like the American defense contractors lobby Congress to go easy on	Iran	if American companies get some of the money. See if Boeing in selected over Airbus for domestic Iranian aircraft? Read
15	1109253	Read for yourself the executive order Executive Order -- Revocation of Executive Orders 13574, 13590, 13622, and 13645 with Respect to	Iran	, Amendment of Executive Order 13628 with Respect to Iran, and Provision of Implementation Authorities for Aspects of Certain Statutory Sanctions
15	1109262	of Executive Orders 13574, 13590, 13622, and 13645 with Respect to Iran, Amendment of Executive Order 13628 with Respect to	Iran	, and Provision of Implementation Authorities for Aspects of Certain Statutory Sanctions I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of
15	1109335	the P5+1 (China, France, Germany, the Russian Federation, the United Kingdom, and the United States), the European Union, and	Iran	, as verified by the International Atomic Energy Agency, marks a fundamental shift in circumstances with respect to Iran's nuclear program
15	1109646	that I have issued an Executive Order (the "order") revoking Executive Orders 13574, 13590, 13622, and 13645 with respect to	Iran	and amending Executive Order 13628 with respect to Iran in order to give effect to the United States commitments with
15	1109655	revoking Executive Orders 13574, 13590, 13622, and 13645 with respect to Iran and amending Executive Order 13628 with respect to	Iran	in order to give effect to the United States commitments with respect to sanctions described in section 4 of Annex
15	1109717	P5+1 (China, France, Germany, the Russian Federation, the United Kingdom, and the United States), the European Union (EU), and	Iran	. In addition, the order takes steps to provide implementation authorities for aspects of certain statutory sanctions that are outside the
15	1115266	Benjamin Netanyahu, Defence Minister Moshe Ya'alon, Minister of National Infrastructure Yuval Steinitz and Israeli legislators. IANS US lifts sanctions as	Iran	meets nuclear obligations International oi-PTI Washington/Vienna, Jan 17: The US and the EU today lifted sanctions against Iran
15	1115286	Iran meets nuclear obligations International oi-PTI Washington/Vienna, Jan 17: The US and the EU today lifted sanctions against	Iran	after the UN atomic watchdog confirmed that Tehran met its nuclear obligations under a landmark deal designed to prevent it
15	1115311	watchdog confirmed that Tehran met its nuclear obligations under a landmark deal designed to prevent it from developing nuclear weapons. "	Iran	has taken every step that it committed to take, dating back two full years," US Secretary of State John Kerry
15	1115343	two full years," US Secretary of State John Kerry said in Vienna as International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) certified that	Iran	has fulfilled its promises. The US sanctions-related commitments are now in effect, Kerry said, announcing lifting of sanctions against
15	1115364	has fulfilled its promises. The US sanctions-related commitments are now in effect, Kerry said, announcing lifting of sanctions against	Iran	. The landmark deal between Iran and world powers - the US, UK, Russia, China, France and Germany - was agreed last July
15	1115369	US sanctions-related commitments are now in effect, Kerry said, announcing lifting of sanctions against Iran. The landmark deal between	Iran	and world powers - the US, UK, Russia, China, France and Germany - was agreed last July. In a joint statement with
15	1115479	allow Iran's oil to be sold internationally and reconnect Iranian banks to the global system. In its report, IAEA said	Iran	has shipped 98 per cent of its fuel to Russia and dismantled more than 12,000 centrifuges so that they could
15	1115505	of its fuel to Russia and dismantled more than 12,000 centrifuges so that they could not enrich uranium any further.	Iran	also poured cement into the core of a reactor designed to produce plutonium, it added. Kerry also said the international
15	1115545	international community can now finally work to address the other regional challenges without the looming threat of a nuclear-armed	Iran	including the Syrian crisis, on which important progress in recent months have been made. Hours later in Washington, the US
15	1115573	progress in recent months have been made. Hours later in Washington, the US State Department announced lifting of sanctions on	Iran	and the White House said President Barack Obama signed an executive order lifting some of the US economic sanctions on
15	1115594	and the White House said President Barack Obama signed an executive order lifting some of the US economic sanctions on	Iran	. The announcement also followed news of a prisoner swap between Iran and the US. Iran released four American prisoners including
15	1115605	order lifting some of the US economic sanctions on Iran. The announcement also followed news of a prisoner swap between	Iran	and the US. Iran released four American prisoners including a The Washington Post correspondent. In return, the US offered clemency
15	1115609	the US economic sanctions on Iran. The announcement also followed news of a prisoner swap between Iran and the US.	Iran	released four American prisoners including a The Washington Post correspondent. In return, the US offered clemency to seven Iranians, six
15	1116601	a serious charge of treason against the United States. Jason Rezaian (Image by FRANCE 24 English, Channel: france24english) Details DMCA	Iran	announced on Saturday that it had released four Iranian-Americans as part of a prisoner exchange with the United States
15	1116631	Americans as part of a prisoner exchange with the United States, a move that came as the United States and	Iran	were negotiating the final steps before the expected lifting of oil and financial sanctions related to Irans nuclear program. The
15	1116656	steps before the expected lifting of oil and financial sanctions related to Irans nuclear program. The exchange, first reported by	Iran	and confirmed hours later by Obama administration officials, removed a big source of irritation in the difficult relationship between the
15	1117289	own Shia Muslim minority by cracking down on dissent and executing one of its leaders, and breaking diplomatic relations with	Iran	. With historically low oil prices and a massive deficit, and with Middle East watchers grumbling that the country is actually
15	1117413	his son with him. The country's policies since Salman assumed the throne have been impulsive, like severing diplomatic relations with	Iran	; and interventionist, like invading Yemen. Salman's miscalculations have called into question his ability to lead, and may presage a broader
15	1117570	Nimr in particular, an outspoken critic of the king who rallied the Shia minority, has further inflamed tensions. Relations with	Iran	are particularly bad. Immediately following Nimr's execution, Iranians sacked and burned the Saudi embassy in Tehran. The Saudis responded by
15	1117595	following Nimr's execution, Iranians sacked and burned the Saudi embassy in Tehran. The Saudis responded by severing diplomatic relations with	Iran	. Bahrain, Kuwait, and Sudan followed, and the United Arab Emirates downgraded relations with Tehran. But the devolution of Saudi-Iranian
15	1117632	devolution of Saudi-Iranian relations was not just because of the execution. The Saudis initially strongly and publicly opposed the	Iran	nuclear accord and have financed fundamentalist Sunni groups in Syria fighting the Iran-backed Syrian government. Some of those groups
15	1117645	Saudis initially strongly and publicly opposed the Iran nuclear accord and have financed fundamentalist Sunni groups in Syria fighting the	Iran	-backed Syrian government. Some of those groups are aligned with al-Qaeda there. Meanwhile, the State Department has remained mute
15	1117770	administration has not had a single foreign policy success in the Middle East over the past seven years besides the	Iran	nuclear deal. It cannot allow Saudi intransigence to interfere, especially in an election year. There is still time for the
15	1117845	allies in the region to convince the Saudis to end the Yemen debacle, respect its own citizens, and work with	Iran	. Otherwise, the future holds only war and economic disaster. If the Saudis don't want to play ball and make nice
15	1117911	involvement in the September 11 attacks have never been answered. The Saudis oppose peace with Israel. They oppose peace with	Iran	. With oil prices as low as they are, and as alternative energies are finally being developed in the United States
15	1118662	the world, with 14 million new jobs created since 2010, Cruz chose to begin instead with a warmongering diatribe against	Iran	. Citing photos of 10 US sailors surrendering to Iranian forces after they entered Iranian territorial waters in the Persian Gulf
15	1132202	people offer a particularly attractive new market. Iran's population is relatively young, with 42% of its people under age 25.	Iran	also boasts a relative large middle class. And despite decades of animosity between Tehran and the West, many well-off
15	1132239	West, many well-off Iranians still embrace Western brands and trends. Currently Samsung is successfully selling their mobile devices in	Iran	and Apple wants in on the action. Back in 2014 we reported that Apple was making every effort to work
15	1132323	has said that once the nuclear deal is implemented, it would let international subsidiaries of U.S. companies explore opportunities in	Iran	," reports Investors.com. The report further noted that "Iran's relatively young, well-educated and tech-savvy consumers are considered appealing to
15	1132354	well-educated and tech-savvy consumers are considered appealing to Western brands like Apple, which already has a following in	Iran	. Hewlett-Packard's Swiss subsidiary, was attempting to work out a deal to sell its products in Iran, the Wall Street
15	1132371	a following in Iran. Hewlett-Packard's Swiss subsidiary, was attempting to work out a deal to sell its products in	Iran	, the Wall Street Journal reported last month. Apple has also mulled opening stores there for some time." This could be
15	1132413	great market for Apple over the next several years should they be able to bring several flagship Apple Stores to	Iran	. Tehran has a population of over 7 million, with Mashhad with over 2 million and Isfahan and Karaj with 1.5
15	1132445	over 2 million and Isfahan and Karaj with 1.5 million each. Whether Apple will be able to open stores in	Iran	remains an open question. Apple's first Middle Eastern store opened on October 29, 2015 in Dubai. About Making Comments on
15	1133795	the hall is not allotted to us for the January 24 celebration of Karpoori Thakur's birth anniversary," Pandey said. Obama's	Iran	Gamble Paying Off 01/17/16 By Robert E. Hunter (Source: LobeLog) President Obama, with Vice-President Joe Biden standing
15	1133834	Biden standing next to him, announcing the President Obama, with Vice-President Joe Biden standing next to him, announcing the	Iran	nuclear deal on July 14, 2015 in the White House. In the ways of the world, sometimes objectively little events
15	1133871	sometimes objectively little events can symbolize much greater ones. Thus the determination by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) that	Iran	has complied with requirements of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), limiting its nuclear work and triggering the lifting
15	1134027	dashed. But better hopes than fears. As of now, it is obvious that President Barack Obamas gamble in negotiating with	Iran	-negotiations ably conducted by Secretary of State John Kerry-has enhanced both the reality and the perception of security in
15	1134169	That produced the Limited Test Ban Treaty the following year. The naval incident with the US Navys boat showed that	Iran	decided not to blow up wider diplomatic achievements, as it could have done. This was a victory for pragmatic elements
15	1134275	have also showed the leaderships in both Teheran and Washington the need to keep tight control over their militaries. Thus	Iran	risked much by failing to prevent some Navy or IRGC commander from firing a missile close to a US warship
15	1134345	time to rethink the policy of keeping the Gulf stuffed with Western warships, which have little military or diplomatic utility.	Iran	knows that the US has no need for local deployments to be able to devastate Iran, and the Arab states
15	1134361	military or diplomatic utility. Iran knows that the US has no need for local deployments to be able to devastate	Iran	, and the Arab states know that Iran does not currently pose a military threat. Their concern is with US diplomatic
15	1134368	the US has no need for local deployments to be able to devastate Iran, and the Arab states know that	Iran	does not currently pose a military threat. Their concern is with US diplomatic allegiance, not demonstration of US military might
15	1134526	currency. Of course, the caterwauling in US politics is now in full swing over the lifting of some sanctions against	Iran	. If the presidential candidates are serious-a big if in a presidential campaign-they must know that, whichever one accedes
15	1134610	presidential election, not the primary season. She wants more sanctions over some Iranian missile tests, and she promises to distrust [	Iran	] and verify-thus making President Ronald Reagan (Trust but verify with the Soviet Union) look like a dove! Her comments
15	1134684	negotiations. According to her memoir, Hard Choices, she did what she could to scotch the possibilities of an agreement with	Iran	, whether realistic or not, fostered by the presidents of Brazil and Turkey and publicly endorsed by President Obama. Further, along
15	1134742	of US tradition by attacking the policies of a president whom she served while he is still in office. Perhaps	Iran	and the West, led by the US, are now turning a page in their relations, which can produce huge benefits
15	1134776	their relations, which can produce huge benefits. But the requirements seem to rest on the conduct of domestic politics in	Iran	and the US as much or even more than their interactions with one another. In the US, Obama has had
15	1134853	making Obama fail in his support for the JCPOA and efforts to test possibilities in other parts of relations with	Iran	. They are acting in opposition to clear US national security interests. We must all hope that it is they who
15	1135005	of the Council for a Community of Democracies since 2002 and is a member of the American Academy of Diplomacy.	Iran	, EU Announce Implementation Of Nuclear Deal 01/17/16 Source: RFE/RL Iran and the European Union have agreed that
15	1135018	member of the American Academy of Diplomacy. Iran, EU Announce Implementation Of Nuclear Deal 01/17/16 Source: RFE/RL	Iran	and the European Union have agreed that Tehran has kept its nuclear promises under an agreement reached in July.Iranian Foreign
15	1135078	in Vienna on January 16. The European Union's foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini announced the lifting of economic sanctions on	Iran	after the International Atomic Energy Agency reported the country had complied with its commitments under a nuclear deal reached in
15	1135135	Vienna on January 16. (source: The European Union's foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini announced the lifting of economic sanctions on	Iran	after the International Atomic Energy Agency reported the country had complied with its commitments under a nuclear deal reached in
15	1135267	John Kerry Says World Safer With Nuclear Deal The announcement set off a rapid process of lifting international sanctions against	Iran	. The EU's European Council issued a statement saying it has "lifted all economic and financial sanctions against Iran related to
15	1135285	sanctions against Iran. The EU's European Council issued a statement saying it has "lifted all economic and financial sanctions against	Iran	related to the nuclear program." In Washington, U.S. President Barack Obama issued an executive order revoking U.S. sanctions on transactions
15	1135314	President Barack Obama issued an executive order revoking U.S. sanctions on transactions by non-Americans with the Central Bank of	Iran	and the National Iranian Oil Company. A White House official said Iran will have access to some $50 billion worth
15	1135326	by non-Americans with the Central Bank of Iran and the National Iranian Oil Company. A White House official said	Iran	will have access to some $50 billion worth of assets that were frozen by the United States. The United States
15	1135442	Zarif with the Peace Dove (cartoon by Keyvan Varessi, Iranian daily Ghanoon) Israel is staunchly opposed to the agreement with	Iran	. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office issued a statement on January 16 saying Tehran has not given up its bid to
15	1135481	bid to acquire nuclear weapons and remains a destabilizing force in the Middle East. A United Nations arms embargo against	Iran	remains in place, as do trade restrictions targeting Tehran's ballistic-missile program. In Washington, U.S. President Barack Obama issued an
15	1135517	President Barack Obama issued an executive order revoking U.S. sanctions on transactions by non-Americans with the Central Bank of	Iran	and the National Iranian Oil Company. The EU procedure for lifting sanctions is expected to be rapid. An official decision
15	1135572	required to finalize the process, together with a publication in the EU's Official Journal. The total international sanctions relief for	Iran	is worth an estimated $100 billion. The sanctions that were lifted (source: Islamic Republic News Agency) The announcement of implementation
15	1135608	Agency) The announcement of implementation comes shortly after the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said earlier on January 16 that	Iran	had complied with its preparatory commitments under the nuclear deal signed between Tehran and six world powers in July. IAEA
15	1135638	deal signed between Tehran and six world powers in July. IAEA Director General Yukiya Amano issued a report concluding that "	Iran	has completed the necessary preparatory steps to start the implementation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action." To meet its
15	1135665	to start the implementation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action." To meet its preparatory commitments under the July deal,	Iran	was required to slash by two-thirds its uranium centrifuges, reduce its stockpile of uranium, and to remove the core
15	1135694	uranium centrifuges, reduce its stockpile of uranium, and to remove the core of the Arak reactor which could have given	Iran	weapons-grade plutonium. Prior to the deal, Iran had enough enriched uranium for several bombs. The July deal between Tehran
15	1135702	to remove the core of the Arak reactor which could have given Iran weapons-grade plutonium. Prior to the deal,	Iran	had enough enriched uranium for several bombs. The July deal between Tehran and six world powers is intended to extend
15	1135732	deal between Tehran and six world powers is intended to extend to at least a year the length of time	Iran	would need to make one nuclear bomb's worth of fissile material. Iran's nuclear program will be subject to close IAEA
15	1135762	fissile material. Iran's nuclear program will be subject to close IAEA inspections to assure ongoing compliance. The West had accused	Iran	of pursuing a nuclear bomb, something Iran denied. The sanctions levied on Tehran over its nuclear activities had cut off
15	1135769	subject to close IAEA inspections to assure ongoing compliance. The West had accused Iran of pursuing a nuclear bomb, something	Iran	denied. The sanctions levied on Tehran over its nuclear activities had cut off Iran from the global financial system, significantly
15	1135783	of pursuing a nuclear bomb, something Iran denied. The sanctions levied on Tehran over its nuclear activities had cut off	Iran	from the global financial system, significantly reduced the exports of a major oil producer, and imposed economic hardship on ordinary
15	1135871	by Washington's European allies, who joined Obama in tightening sanctions on Tehran as part of a joint strategy to force	Iran	to negotiate. Based on reporting by AP, AFP, and Reuters Copyright (c) 2016 RFE/RL, Inc. Reprinted with the permission
15	1135915	Europe/Radio Liberty, 1201 Connecticut Ave., N.W. Washington DC 20036. www.rferl.org How does the Nuclear Deal Affect Personal Transactions Involving	Iran	? 01/17/16 By Farhad Alavi, Akrivis Law Group, PLLC, Washington, DC The sanctions that were lifted (source: Islamic Republic
15	1135956	News Agency) Many questions have arisen following yesterdays landmark announcement of implementation of the nuclear agreement reached last July between	Iran	and the P5+1 states (the United States, United Kingdom, France, Russia, China and Germany). This deal, known as the
15	1136095	is critical to obtain a complete understanding of the JCPOAs scope to prevent unintentional sanctions violations. Will all sanctions against	Iran	be repealed? Absolutely not. Most unilateral U.S. sanctions currently in place against Iran were implemented by President Clinton in 1995
15	1136108	unintentional sanctions violations. Will all sanctions against Iran be repealed? Absolutely not. Most unilateral U.S. sanctions currently in place against	Iran	were implemented by President Clinton in 1995. Those laws continue to exist today in the form of the Iranian Transactions
15	1136169	United States persons, which the law defines to include U.S. citizens and permanent residents (wherever they are located, even in	Iran	), individuals physically in the United States (such as individuals on an employment, student, or tourist visa), and U.S. companies and
15	1136260	be seen that the JCPOA is not a final settlement of all of the United States grievances vis-a-vis	Iran	. What changes have the JCPOA brought about then? Many European Union (EU) sanctions on Iran have been repealed. Many U.S
15	1136275	States grievances vis-a-vis Iran. What changes have the JCPOA brought about then? Many European Union (EU) sanctions on	Iran	have been repealed. Many U.S. sanctions on third country activities involving Iran have been removed. For example, non-U.S., non
15	1136287	about then? Many European Union (EU) sanctions on Iran have been repealed. Many U.S. sanctions on third country activities involving	Iran	have been removed. For example, non-U.S., non-Iranian companies (such as those in European or Asian nations) will no
15	1136324	Asian nations) will no longer face potential reprisal and punitive measures if they invest in Irans petrochemical industry or sell	Iran	high amounts of refined petroleum. This will impact the range of activities non-U.S., non-Iranian companies will be able
15	1136350	This will impact the range of activities non-U.S., non-Iranian companies will be able to lawfully engage in with	Iran	. Foreign subsidiaries of U.S. companies are now able to resume trade with Iran to some extent, although U.S. persons themselves
15	1136363	be able to lawfully engage in with Iran. Foreign subsidiaries of U.S. companies are now able to resume trade with	Iran	to some extent, although U.S. persons themselves generally can have no role in facilitating such business. Many Iranian entities will
15	1136424	off limits for U.S. persons. U.S. persons will be able to import certain dried goods, pistachios, caviar, and carpets from	Iran	. U.S. persons will be able to obtain specific licenses from Iran for the exportation to Iran of civilian aircraft, parts
15	1136435	import certain dried goods, pistachios, caviar, and carpets from Iran. U.S. persons will be able to obtain specific licenses from	Iran	for the exportation to Iran of civilian aircraft, parts, and services for Irans civilian aviation sector, subject to certain conditions
15	1136440	caviar, and carpets from Iran. U.S. persons will be able to obtain specific licenses from Iran for the exportation to	Iran	of civilian aircraft, parts, and services for Irans civilian aviation sector, subject to certain conditions. Will any changes will take
15	1136487	the limited new authorizations applicable to U.S. persons, one area that will likely change is that already authorized transactions with	Iran	(such as the sale of certain humanitarian goods) will become somewhat easier to execute. For example, it may become logistically
15	1136516	will become somewhat easier to execute. For example, it may become logistically easier to send and receive lawful remittances from	Iran	or to sell authorized medical, food or information technology (IT) items to Iran. These are items that are to a
15	1136529	to send and receive lawful remittances from Iran or to sell authorized medical, food or information technology (IT) items to	Iran	. These are items that are to a generally authorized, subject to certain conditions. With less Iranian banks on the SDN
15	1136610	within the confines of applicable law, become easier too as more third country companies begin to offer such services with	Iran	. Will individuals still need licenses for personal transactions? Generally, yes. OFAC has over the years relaxed many of its requirements
15	1136681	many transactions will continue to require specific OFAC licenses. These include the sale of many types of real property in	Iran	, the rental of property there, the sale of all other assets there (including businesses, shares of stock, etc.), the opening
15	1136709	of all other assets there (including businesses, shares of stock, etc.), the opening, maintaining, and closure of bank accounts in	Iran	, and engaging in many charitable and academic activities, even activities such as speaking at conferences. U.S. persons will also notably
15	1136737	activities, even activities such as speaking at conferences. U.S. persons will also notably continue to be prohibited from investing in	Iran	(irrespective of where the funds originate), most employment in Iran, opening bank accounts there, and buying property in Iran absent
15	1136747	will also notably continue to be prohibited from investing in Iran (irrespective of where the funds originate), most employment in	Iran	, opening bank accounts there, and buying property in Iran absent specific OFAC authorization. Will OFAC take a softer approach towards
15	1136756	in Iran (irrespective of where the funds originate), most employment in Iran, opening bank accounts there, and buying property in	Iran	absent specific OFAC authorization. Will OFAC take a softer approach towards sanctions violations? Most probably not. Many view the JCPOA
15	1136783	take a softer approach towards sanctions violations? Most probably not. Many view the JCPOA as a first step towards U.S.-	Iran	rapprochement. It remains to be seen whether that is the case. However, two points are exceptionally clear - (1) the United
15	1136806	remains to be seen whether that is the case. However, two points are exceptionally clear - (1) the United States and	Iran	have not reestablished relations; and (2) the Obama Administration by many measures faced a very uphill battle to get this
15	1136963	of formal investigations and prosecutions. Therefore, the JCPOA should not be seen a softening of remaining U.S. economic sanctions against	Iran	. Iran Sanctions (U.S. Department of the Treasury) Conclusion The JCPOA is a formidable step towards Irans economic reintegration with the
15	1136964	formal investigations and prosecutions. Therefore, the JCPOA should not be seen a softening of remaining U.S. economic sanctions against Iran.	Iran	Sanctions (U.S. Department of the Treasury) Conclusion The JCPOA is a formidable step towards Irans economic reintegration with the rest
15	1137027	the forefront of the minds of not just businesses, but any individuals seeking to engage in transactions with or involving	Iran	. The euphoria surrounding the nuclear deal should not cloud ones understanding of the sanctions regime in place against Iran. Accordingly
15	1137046	involving Iran. The euphoria surrounding the nuclear deal should not cloud ones understanding of the sanctions regime in place against	Iran	. Accordingly, it is best to always seek the advice of those knowledgeable in this area rather than risk violating these
15	1137141	matters. He appears frequently on international media such as BBC, Al Jazeera English, CCTV, and The New York Times on	Iran	sanctions and economic matters. Mr. Alavi is also Adjunct Professor at Georgetown University Law Center. He may be reached at
15	1137227	Alert, please consult a licensed legal professional. 2016. Akrivis Law Group, PLLC. All rights reserved. World's response to implementation of	Iran	historic nuclear deal 01/17/16 Source: Press TV U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry and Iranian Foreign Minister Zarif
15	1137328	nuclear program have been lifted. The European Union's foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini announced the lifting of economic sanctions on	Iran	after the International Atomic Energy Agency reported the country had complied with its commitments under a nuclear deal reached in
15	1137385	Vienna on January 16. (source: The European Union's foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini announced the lifting of economic sanctions on	Iran	after the International Atomic Energy Agency reported the country had complied with its commitments under a nuclear deal reached in
15	1137459	Energy Agency (IAEA) confirmed Irans commitment to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA). "Today marks the moment that the	Iran	nuclear agreement transitions from an ambitious set of promises on paper to measurable action in progress, said US Secretary of
15	1137557	commitments," he added. In a statement released by the IAEA, the agencys Director General Yukiyo Amano said that "Relations between	Iran	and the IAEA now enter a new phase. It is an important day for the international community. I congratulate all
15	1137603	a reality." A jubilant Rohani among lawmakers at the Parliament, January 17, 2016 Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of	Iran	(AEOI) Ali Akbar Salehi said that Iran gained its "right" through support from the Iranian nation and Leader of the
15	1137610	at the Parliament, January 17, 2016 Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Ali Akbar Salehi said that	Iran	gained its "right" through support from the Iranian nation and Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei. British
15	1137775	the civil war in Syria," Meanwhile, US President Barack Obama signed an executive order for the removal of sanctions on	Iran	, the White House announced. Leading US Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton praised Obama for implementing the nuclear agreement, yet claiming
15	1137800	Leading US Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton praised Obama for implementing the nuclear agreement, yet claiming that concerns still remain.	Iran	is still violating UN Security Council resolutions with its ballistic missile program, which should be met with new sanctions designations
15	1137836	met with new sanctions designations and firm resolve, Clinton said. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also repeated Tel Avivs anti-	Iran	rhetoric, saying, "Even after signing the nuclear deal, Iran has not relinquished its ambition to obtain nuclear weapons. The loneliness
15	1137845	said. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also repeated Tel Avivs anti-Iran rhetoric, saying, "Even after signing the nuclear deal,	Iran	has not relinquished its ambition to obtain nuclear weapons. The loneliness of Netanyahu (by Jamal Rahmati) Iran has always rejected
15	1137862	the nuclear deal, Iran has not relinquished its ambition to obtain nuclear weapons. The loneliness of Netanyahu (by Jamal Rahmati)	Iran	has always rejected such allegations, arguing that as a committed signatory to the nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and a
15	1137914	technology for peaceful purposes. Netanyahu added that Israel would "follow the implementation of the deal and warn of any violation."	Iran	and the five permanent members of the UN Security Council - Britain, China, France, Russia and the United States - plus Germany
15	1144340	the deal. Analyze this: One of the seven Iranians the United States is sending back to the Islamic Republic of	Iran	is the convicted hacker Nima Golestaneh. He was convicted in December 2015 on a guilty plea to various charges of
15	1147174	11. President Bush kept his word and signed Hillarys legislation. As if George Bush wouldnt have signed the bill. Ridiculous.	Iran	sanctions were supposedly put together by Hillary. No mention of how Obama gave away the store and $150 billion in
15	1155031	economy, which is on the brink of a recession, is expected to worsen following the lifting of economic sanctions on	Iran	by the United States which effectively re-admits the country into the international oil trade. The sanctions put in place
15	1155057	effectively re-admits the country into the international oil trade. The sanctions put in place in 2012 was lifted after	Iran	met the terms with six world powers to stop its allegedly weaponized nuclear programme. Today marks the start of a
15	1155131	we also know there isnt a challenge in the entire region that wouldnt become much more complicated, much worse, if	Iran	had a nuclear weapon, he added. Iran has hailed the lifting of the sanction as a vindication of its power
15	1155138	in the entire region that wouldnt become much more complicated, much worse, if Iran had a nuclear weapon, he added.	Iran	has hailed the lifting of the sanction as a vindication of its power and influence in the world. But Irans
15	1155170	its power and influence in the world. But Irans joy may be Nigerias woes. With the lifting of the sanctions,	Iran	, which has the fourth largest oil reserve in the world (160 billion barrels) is expected to flood the international oil
15	1155256	means it can afford to sell its oil below the official international rate if it pleases. The re-entry of	Iran	into the international oil trade could also see India, Nigerias top buyer of crude (India currently imports 750,000 barrels per
15	1155283	also see India, Nigerias top buyer of crude (India currently imports 750,000 barrels per day from Nigeria), look towards neighbouring	Iran	for its oil needs, further dipping Nigerias revenue stream. India buys about a third of Nigerias daily production while the
15	1178387	and Liam Ford contributed. The United States and the European Union on Sunday lifted biting oil and financial sanctions on	Iran	and released about $100 billion of its assets after United Nations inspectors concluded that Tehran has complied with a historic
15	1178441	of a safer world, US Secretary of State John Kerry said in Vienna as International Atomic Energy Agency certified that	Iran	has fulfilled its promises. Iran has taken every step that it committed to take, dating back two full years, Kerry
15	1178446	Secretary of State John Kerry said in Vienna as International Atomic Energy Agency certified that Iran has fulfilled its promises.	Iran	has taken every step that it committed to take, dating back two full years, Kerry said. Today marks the moment
15	1178468	taken every step that it committed to take, dating back two full years, Kerry said. Today marks the moment the	Iran	deal has transitioned from ambitious promises on paper to measurable actions in practice, he said. The US sanctions-related commitments
15	1178501	practice, he said. The US sanctions-related commitments are now in effect, Kerry said, announcing lifting of crippling sanctions against	Iran	. His statement came just hours after Tehran and Washington swapped long-held prisoners. Reacting to the developments, Iranian President Hassan
15	1178554	sign of friendliness, and leaving behind the enmities, suspicions and plots, have opened a new chapter in the relations of	Iran	with the world. The implementation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action is not a loss for any country, the
15	1178586	Action is not a loss for any country, the official IRNA news agency quoted Rouhani as saying. The friends of	Iran	are happy and its competitors need not worry, we are not a threat to any government or nation. We are
15	1178626	are a messenger of peace, stability and security in the region and the world, he said. The landmark deal between	Iran	and world powers -- the US, UK, Russia, China, France and Germany -- was agreed last July. In a joint statement with
15	1178711	will, perseverance, and through multilateral diplomacy, we can solve the most difficult issues, she said. In its report, IAEA said	Iran	has shipped 98 per cent of its fuel to Russia and dismantled more than 12,000 centrifuges so that they could
15	1178737	of its fuel to Russia and dismantled more than 12,000 centrifuges so that they could not enrich uranium any further.	Iran	also poured cement into the core of a reactor designed to produce plutonium, it added. Iran has various obligations under
15	1178753	enrich uranium any further. Iran also poured cement into the core of a reactor designed to produce plutonium, it added.	Iran	has various obligations under the nuclear agreement. They include slashing by two-thirds its uranium centrifuges, reducing its stockpile of
15	1178787	its uranium centrifuges, reducing its stockpile of uranium and removing the core of the Arak reactor which could have given	Iran	weapons-grade plutonium. Iran has always maintained its nuclear programme is peaceful, but opponents of the deal -- such as some
15	1178791	its stockpile of uranium and removing the core of the Arak reactor which could have given Iran weapons-grade plutonium.	Iran	has always maintained its nuclear programme is peaceful, but opponents of the deal -- such as some US Republicans -- say it
15	1178861	internationally and reconnect Iranian banks to the global system. In Washington, the US State Department announced lifting of sanctions on	Iran	and the White House said President Barack Obama signed an executive order lifting some of the US economic sanctions on
15	1178882	and the White House said President Barack Obama signed an executive order lifting some of the US economic sanctions on	Iran	. The announcement also followed news of a prisoner swap between Iran and the US. Iran released four American prisoners including
15	1178893	order lifting some of the US economic sanctions on Iran. The announcement also followed news of a prisoner swap between	Iran	and the US. Iran released four American prisoners including a Washington Post correspondent. In return, the US offered clemency to
15	1178897	the US economic sanctions on Iran. The announcement also followed news of a prisoner swap between Iran and the US.	Iran	released four American prisoners including a Washington Post correspondent. In return, the US offered clemency to seven Iranians, six of
15	1178967	charges against 14 Iranians for whom it was assessed that extradition requests were unlikely to be successful. Under the deal,	Iran	will get billions in cash, at a time oil shipments have been cut by more than half because of the
15	1179007	the sanctions, and below $30-a-barrel prices mean huge cuts in national revenue. A senior American official said that	Iran	will be able to access about $50 billion of a reported $100 billion in holdings abroad, though others have used
15	1179033	about $50 billion of a reported $100 billion in holdings abroad, though others have used higher estimates. The official said	Iran	will likely need to keep much of those assets abroad to facilitate international trade. Under the new rules put in
15	1179071	rules put in place, the US will no longer sanction foreign individuals or firms for buying oil and gas from	Iran	. The American trade embargo remains in place, but the government will permit certain limited business activities with Iran, such as
15	1179089	gas from Iran. The American trade embargo remains in place, but the government will permit certain limited business activities with	Iran	, such as selling or purchasing Iranian food and carpets and American commercial aircraft and parts. US President Obama and Secretary
15	1179178	of State John Kerry talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif after the International Atomic Energy Agency verified that	Iran	has met all conditions under the nuclear deal, in Vienna. Photograph: Kevin Lamarque/Reuters Union Minister M Venkaiah Naidu on
15	1183255	energy-rich country needed to be less reliant on oil revenues. On January 16, the UN nuclear watchdog announced that	Iran	has kept its nuclear promises under the agreement reached in July, triggering the end of sanctions. The announcement set off
15	1183298	process of lifting international sanctions against Tehran. The European Union said it has "lifted all economic and financial sanctions against	Iran	related to the nuclear program." Washington has also formally lifted banking, steel, shipping, and other sanctions on Iran. WATCH: John
15	1183316	sanctions against Iran related to the nuclear program." Washington has also formally lifted banking, steel, shipping, and other sanctions on	Iran	. WATCH: John Kerry Says World Safer With Nuclear Deal Iran also announced the release of five Americans including Washington Post
15	1183326	also formally lifted banking, steel, shipping, and other sanctions on Iran. WATCH: John Kerry Says World Safer With Nuclear Deal	Iran	also announced the release of five Americans including Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian as part of a prisoner swap with
15	1183385	to develop the country, improve the welfare of the nation, and create stability and security in the region." He said	Iran	should use the expected influx of money and investments to spark the "economic mutation" of the country, which has been
15	1183415	to spark the "economic mutation" of the country, which has been suffering double-digit inflation and unemployment rates for years.	Iran	needs up to $50 billion in foreign investment per year to reach its goal of eight-percent annual growth, Rohani
15	1183453	annual growth, Rohani said. With international sanctions lifted, more than $30 billion in assets overseas will become immediately available to	Iran	. Official Iranian reports put the total amount of frozen Iranian assets overseas at nearly $100 billion. According to the International
15	1183534	Iran's economy to cut its "umbilical cord" to oil while prices were low. But despite oil prices falling below $30,	Iran	intends to increase production after the nuclear deal. The country is expected to increase its daily export of 1.1 million
15	1183605	it until the nuclear deal was implemented because it was based on sanctions being lifted. Rohani also pointed out that	Iran	now needs political tranquility to best benefit from the new economic reality. "All should prevent any domestic and foreign trivialities
15	1183671	the United States, Britain, France, Russia, China, and Germany was a win for all negotiating parties and all factions inside	Iran	. The Vienna agreement was reached after two years of negotiations following Rohani's election. With reporting by AP, Reuters, AFP, dpa
15	1201903	underline the crucial link between Jews and Israel in his speech Sunday. VIENNA The U.N. nuclear agency certified Saturday that	Iran	has met all of its commitments under last summers landmark nuclear deal, crowning years of U.S.-led efforts to crimp
15	1201931	last summers landmark nuclear deal, crowning years of U.S.-led efforts to crimp Irans ability to make atomic weapons. For	Iran	, the move lifts Western economic sanctions that have been in place for years, unlocking access to $100 billion in frozen
15	1201972	assets and unleashing new opportunities for its battered economy. U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry and the top diplomats of	Iran	and the European Union hailed the accord, reached after years of setbacks and a full decade after the start of
15	1202045	we are really reminded once again of diplomacys power to tackle significant challenges. Additionally, Kerry linked the trust built between	Iran	and the United States over the past two years of talks to the release by Iran Saturday of four Americans
15	1202061	the trust built between Iran and the United States over the past two years of talks to the release by	Iran	Saturday of four Americans who also hold Iranian nationality. Thanks to years of hard work and committed dialogue, he said
15	1202167	issues and find practical solutions that are effectively implemented. In Washington, President Obama signed executive orders lifting economic sanctions on	Iran	, while Kerry who led the last years of negotiations with Zarif that culminated in the July 14 deal, confirmed that
15	1202197	with Zarif that culminated in the July 14 deal, confirmed that the U.N.s International Atomic Energy Agency could verify that	Iran	has fully implemented its required commitments. Progress also came Saturday on another area of Iran-U.S. tensions: U.S. and Iranian
15	1202212	Energy Agency could verify that Iran has fully implemented its required commitments. Progress also came Saturday on another area of	Iran	-U.S. tensions: U.S. and Iranian officials announced that Iran was releasing four detained Iranian-Americans in exchange for seven Iranians
15	1202221	its required commitments. Progress also came Saturday on another area of Iran-U.S. tensions: U.S. and Iranian officials announced that	Iran	was releasing four detained Iranian-Americans in exchange for seven Iranians held or charged in the United States. U.S. officials
15	1202267	reporter Jason Rezaian, former U.S. Marine Amir Hekmati, pastor Saeed Abedini and Nosratollah Khosravi-Roodsari were to be flown from	Iran	to Switzerland on a Swiss plane and then brought to a U.S. military hospital in Landstuhl, Germany, for medical treatment
15	1204764	stations and affiliates Pre-debate coverage: NBC News digital platforms, MSNBC Re-air Option: MSNBC at 11:00 p.m. Mideast	Iran	Nuclear Pedestrians cross a street in central Tehran, Iran, Saturday, Jan. 16, 2016. The end of Western sanctions against Iran
15	1204773	platforms, MSNBC Re-air Option: MSNBC at 11:00 p.m. Mideast Iran Nuclear Pedestrians cross a street in central Tehran,	Iran	, Saturday, Jan. 16, 2016. The end of Western sanctions against Iran loomed Saturday as Iran's foreign minister suggested the U.N
15	1204784	Iran Nuclear Pedestrians cross a street in central Tehran, Iran, Saturday, Jan. 16, 2016. The end of Western sanctions against	Iran	loomed Saturday as Iran's foreign minister suggested the U.N. atomic agency is close to certifying that his country has met
15	1204827	under its landmark nuclear deal with six world powers. (AP Photo/Vahid Salemi) (Vahid Salemi) VIENNA -- The latest developments as	Iran	and world powers prepare to implement a landmark deal reached last year to curb Iran's nuclear activities in exchange for
15	1204890	the threat of a nuclear weapon has been reduced as he announces the implementation of a landmark nuclear deal with	Iran	. Kerry tells reporters that the United States is lifting nuclear-related sanctions on Iran, a step that he says will
15	1204904	of a landmark nuclear deal with Iran. Kerry tells reporters that the United States is lifting nuclear-related sanctions on	Iran	, a step that he says will expand the horizon of opportunity for the Iranian people. Kerry says the steps Iran
15	1204924	Iran, a step that he says will expand the horizon of opportunity for the Iranian people. Kerry says the steps	Iran	has taken have fundamentally altered Iran's nuclear program. He says the agreement, reached last July, is a reminder "once again
15	1204966	diplomacy's power to tackle significant challenges." 10:35 p.m. President Barack Obama has signed executive orders lifting economic sanctions on	Iran	. Obama signed the orders Saturday afternoon after the International Atomic Energy Agency certified that Iran had met its obligations to
15	1204981	orders lifting economic sanctions on Iran. Obama signed the orders Saturday afternoon after the International Atomic Energy Agency certified that	Iran	had met its obligations to the nuclear watchdog. Removing the sanctions is part of the international agreement reached last year
15	1205003	met its obligations to the nuclear watchdog. Removing the sanctions is part of the international agreement reached last year among	Iran	, the U.S., and five other world powers when Iran agreed to curbs on its nuclear program in exchange for sanctions
15	1205012	sanctions is part of the international agreement reached last year among Iran, the U.S., and five other world powers when	Iran	agreed to curbs on its nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief. Lifting sanctions will allow Iran to immediately recoup
15	1205029	world powers when Iran agreed to curbs on its nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief. Lifting sanctions will allow	Iran	to immediately recoup some $100 billion in assets frozen overseas. Iran will also see huge benefits from new oil, trade
15	1205040	in exchange for sanctions relief. Lifting sanctions will allow Iran to immediately recoup some $100 billion in assets frozen overseas.	Iran	will also see huge benefits from new oil, trade and financial opportunities. 10:15 p.m. U.S. Secretary of State John
15	1205063	see huge benefits from new oil, trade and financial opportunities. 10:15 p.m. U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry says	Iran	has met its obligations to the U.N. atomic watchdog and has ordered that nuclear-related U.S. economic sanctions against Iran
15	1205083	Iran has met its obligations to the U.N. atomic watchdog and has ordered that nuclear-related U.S. economic sanctions against	Iran	be lifted. In a statement, Kerry said the sanctions termination provisions of Iran's landmark nuclear agreement are now in effect
15	1205127	delegated authority to Kerry to make the determination. Kerry's statement followed a determination by the International Atomic Energy Agency that	Iran	has complied with the deal to curb its nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief. __ 9:55 p.m. The
15	1205157	program in exchange for sanctions relief. __ 9:55 p.m. The head of the U.N. nuclear agency has confirmed that	Iran	has met its obligations under a landmark nuclear deal reached with six world powers. Certification by the International Atomic Energy
15	1205181	obligations under a landmark nuclear deal reached with six world powers. Certification by the International Atomic Energy Agency will allow	Iran	to immediately recoup some $100 billion in assets frozen overseas. Iran will also see huge benefits from new oil, trade
15	1205192	Certification by the International Atomic Energy Agency will allow Iran to immediately recoup some $100 billion in assets frozen overseas.	Iran	will also see huge benefits from new oil, trade and financial opportunities after Western sanctions against it are lifted. IAEA
15	1205223	financial opportunities after Western sanctions against it are lifted. IAEA director general Yukiya Amano says Saturday this means "relations between	Iran	and the IAEA now enter a new phase. It is an important day for the international community. I congratulate all
15	1205286	is Bahram Mechanic, who has been jailed since his indictment last April on charges of illegally exporting microelectronic technology to	Iran	. Defense lawyer Joel Androphy said his client was "elated" to be pardoned Saturday but says Mechanic's "been incarcerated for 9
15	1205349	Tooraj Faridi, are also among those being offered clemency. Androphy said the products his client was accused of providing to	Iran	were essentially surge protectors but the Justice Department "blew it up into some sort of national security terrorism threat." He
15	1205385	national security terrorism threat." He says Mechanic is "basically a victim of the trade issues between the United States and	Iran	." ___ 7:50 p.m. The wife of an Idaho pastor who is among four detained Americans being released from Iran
15	1205405	Iran." ___ 7:50 p.m. The wife of an Idaho pastor who is among four detained Americans being released from	Iran	says the news is "a huge burden lifted off." Naghmeh Abedini told The Associated Press on Saturday that after she
15	1205428	news is "a huge burden lifted off." Naghmeh Abedini told The Associated Press on Saturday that after she learned that	Iran	was going to release Pastor Saeed Abedini, she woke her kids up and told them "Daddy was coming home." She
15	1205492	national security, presumably because of Christian proselytizing, in September 2012. He was sentenced in 2013 to 8 years in prison.	Iran	agreed Saturday to release four detained Americans in exchange for seven Iranians held or charged in the United States. A
15	1205517	four detained Americans in exchange for seven Iranians held or charged in the United States. A fifth American detained in	Iran	, a student, was also released in an unrelated move. ___ 7:40 p.m. The publisher of The Washington Post says
15	1205586	Jr. also says more information will be available once he has more details and can confirm Rezaian has safely left	Iran	. Rezaian had been held more than 543 days on espionage and related charges. He is among four detained Americans released
15	1205636	in the U.S. The release is part of a major diplomatic breakthrough as implementation of the historic nuclear deal between	Iran	and six world powers appears imminent. ___ 7:15 p.m U.S. Republican presidential candidates Ted Cruz and Rand Paul are
15	1205667	U.S. Republican presidential candidates Ted Cruz and Rand Paul are welcoming the release of Pastor Saeed Abedini in the U.S.-	Iran	prisoner swap and Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders says the exchange shows "diplomacy can work even in this volatile region
15	1205839	is quoted by the official IRNA news agency as saying Saturday that the first shipment of planes will arrive in	Iran	before March 20 to upgrade Iran's aging fleet. Iran has said it is looking to buy 400 passenger planes over
15	1205848	saying Saturday that the first shipment of planes will arrive in Iran before March 20 to upgrade Iran's aging fleet.	Iran	has said it is looking to buy 400 passenger planes over the next decade. Iran is already waiting for the
15	1205863	to upgrade Iran's aging fleet. Iran has said it is looking to buy 400 passenger planes over the next decade.	Iran	is already waiting for the imminent release of a U.N. compliance report that would trigger the lifting of sanctions under
15	1205908	with world powers last July over Iran's nuclear program. -- - 6:55 p.m. U.S. officials say a fifth American detained in	Iran	, a student, has been released in a move unrelated to a prisoner swap earlier between the two countries. They say
15	1205969	home. They spoke about the prisoner exchange on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss it publicly.	Iran	has agreed to release four detained Iranian-Americans in exchange for seven Iranians held or charged in the United States
15	1205999	exchange for seven Iranians held or charged in the United States. __ 5:30 p.m. U.S. and Iranian officials say	Iran	is releasing four detained Iranian-Americans in exchange for seven Iranians held or charged in the United States. The major
15	1206060	Americans, including Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian, former Marine Amir Hekmati and pastor Saeed Abidini, were to be flown from	Iran	to Switzerland on a Swiss plane and then brought to a U.S. military base in Landstuhl, Germany, for medical treatment
15	1206144	it has sought. ___ 5:10 p.m. There are conflicting reports about the identities of the four prisoners released by	Iran	. Iranian state TV on Saturday announced that four prisoners holding dual Iranian-American citizenship were released, without elaborating. The announcement
15	1206272	news agency said it was Nosratollah Khosravi-Roodsari. The accounts could not be reconciled immediately. -- Ali Akbar Dareini in Tehran,	Iran	4 p.m A source close to Iran's judiciary is telling The Associated Press that four Iranian-Americans have been freed
15	1206296	source close to Iran's judiciary is telling The Associated Press that four Iranian-Americans have been freed from prison in	Iran	: Washington Post bureau chief Jason Rezaian as well as Amir Hekmati, Saeed Abedini and Siamak Namazi. The source, who spoke
15	1206502	did not identify the prisoners but it comes amid speculation that jailed Washington Post bureau chief Jason Rezaian, a dual	Iran	-U.S. citizen convicted of espionage in a closed-door trial in 2015, could be among them. The report by the
15	1206572	would not immediately confirm the Iranian report. But the family of one of the U.S prisoners received unofficial word from	Iran	that their relative was being released today, according to a person close to that family. ___ 11:20 a.m. The
15	1206626	the nuclear deal between Tehran and six world powers, as the U.N. atomic agency works on a report certifying that	Iran	has met its commitments under the accord. U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry will join Federica Mogherini of the European
15	1206671	Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif in Vienna, the headquarters of the U.N's International Atomic Energy Agency, later Saturday. IAEA certification that	Iran	is honoring its obligations would trigger sanctions relief for Iran worth an estimated $100 billion. Under the July 14 deal
15	1206681	U.N's International Atomic Energy Agency, later Saturday. IAEA certification that Iran is honoring its obligations would trigger sanctions relief for	Iran	worth an estimated $100 billion. Under the July 14 deal between Iran and six world powers, Tehran Iran agreed to
15	1206693	honoring its obligations would trigger sanctions relief for Iran worth an estimated $100 billion. Under the July 14 deal between	Iran	and six world powers, Tehran Iran agreed to crimp programs it could use to make nuclear weapons in return for
15	1206699	relief for Iran worth an estimated $100 billion. Under the July 14 deal between Iran and six world powers, Tehran	Iran	agreed to crimp programs it could use to make nuclear weapons in return for an end to international nuclear-related
15	1206721	to crimp programs it could use to make nuclear weapons in return for an end to international nuclear-related sanctions	Iran	says it has no interest in such arms. ___ 11:15 a.m. Iranian hard-liners are accusing moderate President Hassan
15	1206877	Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif earlier said that the imminent release of a U.N. compliance report would trigger "Implementation Day," with	Iran	receiving billions in sanctions relief in return for limiting its nuclear activities. ___ 10:40 a.m. Iran's foreign minister says
15	1206927	will trigger the implementation of the historic nuclear accord reached with world powers last year, bringing a "good day" for	Iran	. Mohammad Javad Zarif says the report will mark "Implementation Day," when world powers provide Iran with billions of dollars in
15	1206942	bringing a "good day" for Iran. Mohammad Javad Zarif says the report will mark "Implementation Day," when world powers provide	Iran	with billions of dollars in sanctions relief in exchange for it curbing its nuclear program. Speaking in Vienna on Saturday
15	1207140	from the vehicle, police said. The NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad continues to investigate what may have caused the crash. Mideast	Iran	Missile Test An Iranian flag flutters in the wind. (AP Photo/Fars News Agency, Vahid Reza Alaei) (Vahid Reza Alaei
15	1207199	seven Iranians released by the U.S. as part of an exchange for four American prisoners who were held captive in	Iran	. Arash Ghahreman, 46, of New Brighton, was part of an historic prisoner swap that took effect as America relieved sanctions
15	1207221	Ghahreman, 46, of New Brighton, was part of an historic prisoner swap that took effect as America relieved sanctions on	Iran	as part of a landmark nuclear deal. Ghahreman, who lived on St. Mark's Place, was convicted last April by a
15	1207260	by a federal jury in California for a scheme to illegally export marine navigation equipment and military electronic equipment to	Iran	, in violation of U.S. trade sanctions. He was sentenced to 6 1/2 years in prison and three years post
15	1207350	front company in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, to obtain embargoed U.S. equipment and technologies for shipment to and use in	Iran	, prosecutors said. A maritime engineer, Ghahreman also worked at shipyards in the U.S. The other six freed Iranians are Nader
15	1207416	Six of them have dual U.S.-Iranian citizenship, and it is unclear if these individuals will leave the U.S. for	Iran	. Iran freed Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian, former U.S. Marine Amir Hekmati, pastor Saeed Abedini and Nosratollah Khosravi-Roodsari, whose
15	1207417	of them have dual U.S.-Iranian citizenship, and it is unclear if these individuals will leave the U.S. for Iran.	Iran	freed Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian, former U.S. Marine Amir Hekmati, pastor Saeed Abedini and Nosratollah Khosravi-Roodsari, whose name
15	1207468	detainee, U.S. student Matthew Trevithick, was released independently of the exchange on Saturday. The U.N. nuclear agency certified Saturday that	Iran	has met all of its commitments under last summer's landmark nuclear deal, crowning years of U.S.-led efforts to crimp
15	1207496	last summer's landmark nuclear deal, crowning years of U.S.-led efforts to crimp Iran's ability to make atomic weapons. For	Iran	, the move lifts Western economic sanctions that have been in place for years, unlocking access to $100 billion in frozen
15	1208692	any of his rivals will want to raise a debate of who is more beholden to Wall Street. New York:	Iran	will emerge from years of economic isolation after world powers began to lift crippling economic sanctions against the Islamic Republic
15	1208745	nuclear ambitions. The receipt of a final International Atomic Energy Agency report by United Nations Security Council sealed the deal. "	Iran	has carried out all measures required under the [July deal] to enable Implementation Day [of the deal] to occur," the
15	1209141	decision has not been made as to the process of publishing the report and its recommendations after April 30." First,	Iran	boasts a population of about almost 80 million, well over half of whom are under the age of 35. Its
15	1209258	Twitter accounts). Foreign Affairs minister Julie Bishop met Iran's Foreign Affairs Minister, Dr Mohammad Javad Zarif, in April. Credit:Andrew Meares	Iran	is producing top-notch scientists, engineers, researchers and entrepreneurs. It is building a start-up ecosystem which includes Digikala (Iran's
15	1209369	bordered by Iraq, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan, Afghanistan and Pakistan. Its strategic importance prompted the first high-level Australian visit to	Iran	in more than a decade in April, when Foreign Minister Julie Bishop met Iranian officials to share intelligence on the
15	1209395	in April, when Foreign Minister Julie Bishop met Iranian officials to share intelligence on the fight against Islamic State extremists.	Iran	holds the world's fourth-largest proved crude oil reserves and the world's second-largest natural gas reserves. The country wants
15	1209497	gas by 2018. Australian oil, gas and mining businesses looking to tap in will be well placed to do so.	Iran	intends to triple the number of cars manufactured in the country to 3 million a year by 2025. Its aviation
15	1209530	3 million a year by 2025. Its aviation industry is ramping up there are already more flights between Europe and	Iran	due to surging demand. The country wants to invest in its ageing infrastructure. A recent article in The Economist said
15	1209551	due to surging demand. The country wants to invest in its ageing infrastructure. A recent article in The Economist said	Iran	wants to boost the number of tourists from four million now to 20 million by 2025, and that this will
15	1209688	of government, the judiciary and the military). An October 2015 report by UN human rights rapporteur, Dr Ahmed Shaheed, said	Iran	, which is facing growing drug-related crime, continues to execute more individuals per capita than any other country in the
15	1209873	allegedly continue to summon, interrogate and arrest Baha'is and close down businesses belonging to adherents of that faith"). On Saturday	Iran	announced that it had released four Iranian-Americans as part of a prisoner exchange with the United States. It will
15	1209908	with the United States. It will go some way in improving Iran's image internationally. As Australia seeks out opportunities in	Iran	, it's worth remembering what Francois Delattre, France's ambassador to the UN, recently told the The Wall Street Journal: "Now that
15	1209944	Wall Street Journal: "Now that we have a [nuclear] deal, it doesn't mean that the situation of human rights in	Iran	can be overlooked. Quite the opposite, we must remain as vigilant as ever." Australian bauxite aspirants are struggling for traction
15	1214547	it was a sort of family affair to go to train stations and welcome refugees and asylum seekers and migrants".	Iran	will emerge from years of economic isolation after world powers began to lift crippling sanctions against the Islamic Republic in
15	1214596	curb its nuclear ambitions. Here is a list of what should happen now: Pedestrians cross a street in central Tehran,	Iran	, on Saturday, ahead of crippling sanctions being lifted. Credit:Vahid Salemi 1. Exports of Iranian oil and gas to the EU
15	1221088	Georgia Germany Ghana Greece Grenada Guatemala Guinea Guinea-Bissau Guyana H Haiti Holy See Honduras Hungary I Iceland India Indonesia	Iran	Iraq Ireland Israel Italy J Jamaica Japan Jordan K Kazakhstan Kenya Kiribati Kosovo Kuwait Kyrgyzstan L Laos Latvia Lebanon Lesotho
15	1265417	the Iranians dont appear to be hardened criminals or spies but had been accused of violating U.S. trade sanctions on	Iran	. Their release was not unexpected. Iran had been signaling for months that there were as many as 19 individuals being
15	1265423	hardened criminals or spies but had been accused of violating U.S. trade sanctions on Iran. Their release was not unexpected.	Iran	had been signaling for months that there were as many as 19 individuals being held in the U.S. or sought
15	1265541	Daily Beast that most if not all of the Iranians involved in the exchange crimes are expected to return to	Iran	. The Daily Beast reported last year on Iranians held in the U.S. on sanctions violations whom Tehran might want to
15	1265651	were charged in a conspiracy of facilitating the illegal export of high-tech microelectronics, power systems, and other commodities to	Iran	. According to a government indictment, the men were members of an Iranian procurement network that supplied Irans nuclear and defense
15	1265683	Iranian procurement network that supplied Irans nuclear and defense agencies. The names of the others who might be returned to	Iran	had yet to be confirmed by the U.S, but Iranian press reports included Arash Ghahreman, who is serving a six
15	1265733	and money laundering laws as part of a scheme to purchase marine navigation equipment and military equipment for export to	Iran	. Also reportedly being freed is Ali Saboonchi, a Maryland man and U.S. citizen who was sentenced to two years on
15	1265762	Maryland man and U.S. citizen who was sentenced to two years on charges of exporting American manufactured industrial products to	Iran	. One possible exception to the list of sanctions violators is Nima Golestaneh, an Iranian national who pleaded guilty last year
15	1266115	military base in Germany. Some saw the trade as a signs of an evolving, positive relationship between the U.S. and	Iran	. "The world is a safer place today because the two pathways for Iran to build a nuclear bomb have been
15	1266128	evolving, positive relationship between the U.S. and Iran. "The world is a safer place today because the two pathways for	Iran	to build a nuclear bomb have been shut down." Senator Barbara Boxer, a member of the Foreign Relations Committee, said
15	1266176	at the release of innocent Americans and hope that this will signal a true shift in relations that would include	Iran	living up to all international obligations." The Anglican Communion effectively banished its American branch, the Episcopal Church, for three years
15	1267310	religious conservatism. In coming apart at the seams, the Anglican Church looks a lot like us. Sen. Bernie Sanders wants	Iran	and Saudi Arabia to send ground troops into Syria as part of a coalition of Muslim nations to fight ISIS
15	1267596	the fight against ISIS. But the unserious part of his proposal is the suggestion that he suggests Saudi Arabia and	Iran	should work together to fight Islamic extremismseemingly oblivious to the schisms in the region. We have to understand that the
15	1267623	extremismseemingly oblivious to the schisms in the region. We have to understand that the Muslim nations in the regionSaudi Arabia,	Iran	, Turkey, Jordanall of these nations, theyre going to have to get their hands dirty, their boots on the ground. They
15	1267716	war against ISIS, he said, must be won primarily by nations in the regionSaudi Arabia, Turkey, Qatar, Kuwait, Jordan and	Iran	which must be prepared to send ground troops into action to defeat Islamic extremists. Sanderss campaign did not respond to
15	1267771	is the Vermont senator doesnt seem to recognize that there is serious animus between certain Muslim countries: Saudi Arabia and	Iran	are deeply at odds, and have been for quite some time. In fact, many Sunni states in the Middle East
15	1267821	that of ISIS itselfmany American partners in the region, such as Saudi Arabia and Qatar, would refuse to cooperate with	Iran	, since they believe that Iranian aggression in Iraq, Syria, and Yemen is contributing to the sectarianism that fuels ISIS. Sanders
15	1267938	Saudi embassy in Tehran, the Saudis cut off diplomatic ties with their rivals. In an environment where Saudi Arabia and	Iran	are consistently at each others throats in multiple regional theaters, a presidential candidate with limited interest in foreign policy insisting
15	1267989	deeply troubling and suggests grave ignorance, Barrett said. Both countries are suspected of backing rival armed factions in Syriameaning that	Iran	and Saudi Arabia arguably already have troops in Syria, in the form of proxy fighters that have prolonged the war
15	1268025	that have prolonged the war and the suffering endured by the Syrian people. Sanders also doesnt seem to realize that	Iran	already has combat forces in Syriaand they have been a disaster for Syrian civilians, and are arguably pushing more of
15	1268049	forces in Syriaand they have been a disaster for Syrian civilians, and are arguably pushing more of them towards ISIS.	Iran	already has troops in Syria and they arent fighting ISIS. They are providing an advisory and officer position level role
15	1268119	practices push Sunni communities towards ISIS and other extremist groups. Despite the nuclear accord reached between the United States and	Iran	, it remains on the State Sponsors of Terrorism list, designated by the State Department to have repeatedly provided support for
15	1268148	list, designated by the State Department to have repeatedly provided support for international terrorism. But Sanders said that he wants	Iran	, among other countries, to take a leading role against ISIS. The U.S. and the international community should be fully supportive
15	1268198	the Muslim world, Sanders said in September 2014. Pregent says that hes alarmed that Sanders would cede regional leadership to	Iran	. Sanderss statements portend that he would outsource U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East to Iran, Pregent said. Iran is
15	1268214	cede regional leadership to Iran. Sanderss statements portend that he would outsource U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East to	Iran	, Pregent said. Iran is not in Iraq and Syria to defeat ISISthey are there to grow influence and ensure their
15	1268217	to Iran. Sanderss statements portend that he would outsource U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East to Iran, Pregent said.	Iran	is not in Iraq and Syria to defeat ISISthey are there to grow influence and ensure their proxies are emboldened
15	1289126	Bradley Klapper, Matthew Lee and Ali Akbar Dareini (The Jakarta Post) Vienna Sun, January 17, 2016 Four Americans detained in	Iran	will be coming home and seven Iranians in U.S. custody also will win their freedom in a breakthrough swap negotiated
15	1289177	well, a fifth American was freed separately. The news emerged as a landmark deal took effect Saturday relieving sanctions on	Iran	in return for its progress in pulling back its nuclear program. Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian, former U.S. Marine Amir
15	1289219	pastor Saeed Abedini and Nosratollah Khosravi-Roodsari, whose name had not been previously made public, were freed from custody in	Iran	and were to be flown to Switzerland, U.S. officials said. U.S. student Matthew Trevithick was released independently of the exchange
15	1289310	others were awaiting trial; the last one made a plea agreement. It's unclear if they will leave the U.S. for	Iran	. They are free to stay in the United States. In addition, the U.S. will drop Interpol "red notices" ' essentially arrest
15	1289349	essentially arrest warrants ' on 14 Iranian fugitives it has sought, officials said. The announcement of the exchange came shortly before	Iran	was certified as having met all commitments under the nuclear deal with six world powers. U.S. Secretary of State John
15	1289407	as the diplomatic achievement unfolded. The release of the prisoners and the nuclear deal developments capped weeks of intense U.S.-	Iran	diplomacy that took several unexpected turns after an Iranian ballistic missile test in October and then the detention on Jan
15	1289430	took several unexpected turns after an Iranian ballistic missile test in October and then the detention on Jan. 12 by	Iran	of 10 U.S. Navy sailors and their two boats in the Persian Gulf. Frederick J. Ryan, Jr., publisher of The
15	1289486	Jason Rezaian has been released from Evin Prison. Once we receive more details and can confirm Jason has safely left	Iran	, we will have more to share." Hekmati's family released a statement saying: "We thank everyone for your thoughts during this
15	1289534	this point, we are hoping and praying for Amir's long-awaited return." Trevithick, the student from Hingham, Massachusetts, went to	Iran	in September for a four-month language program at an institute associated with Tehran University, his family said in a
15	1289581	for 40 days in Evin Prison, but gave no reason for his detention. Negotiations over detainees grew out of the	Iran	nuclear talks. In discussions in Europe and elsewhere, Kerry and nuclear negotiator Wendy Sherman were able to establish a separate
15	1289758	Bernie Sanders praised diplomacy as the key to solving the detainee issue. Hillary Clinton also welcomed the developments while saying	Iran	should not be thanked because it should never have detained the Americans. Robert Levinson, who disappeared in Iran in 2007
15	1289776	while saying Iran should not be thanked because it should never have detained the Americans. Robert Levinson, who disappeared in	Iran	in 2007 while working for the CIA on an unapproved intelligence mission, wasn't part of the deal. American officials are
15	1289824	even still alive. The Iranians have always denied knowing his location. Levinson's case was aggressively pursued, officials said, adding that	Iran	has committed to continue cooperating in trying to determine Levinson's whereabouts. The exchange also didn't cover Siamak Namazi, an Iranian
15	1289852	to determine Levinson's whereabouts. The exchange also didn't cover Siamak Namazi, an Iranian-American businessman who advocated better ties between	Iran	and the U.S. He was thought to have been arrested in October. According to the official IRNA news agency, the
15	1289919	lawyer for Mechanic, who has been jailed since his indictment last April on charges of illegally exporting microelectronics technology to	Iran	, said his client was "elated" to be pardoned. "He's been incarcerated for nine months for a crime that he's just
15	1289985	not the United States." The Justice Department uses the spelling of 'Mechanic' in court filings. ___ Dareini reported from Tehran,	Iran	; Lee reported from Washington. Donna Cassata and Eric Tucker in Washington, Amy Anthony in Providence, Rhode Island, Adam Schreck in
15	1303887	going on. SHARE: JERUSALEMAs the nuclear deal with Tehran goes into effect, many Middle Eastern countries fear a newly emboldened	Iran	, flush with cash and international recognition, will grow more aggressive with what they see as meddling in conflicts across the
15	1303918	with what they see as meddling in conflicts across the region. The deal, clinched last summer after intense negotiations, forced	Iran	to dismantle most of its nuclear program, a step that proponents say will prevent it from gaining the capability to
15	1303956	the capability to make a bomb for well over a decade. The International Atomic Energy Agency on Saturday certified that	Iran	had met its obligations, paving the way for Western sanctions to be lifted and giving Iran access to $100 billion
15	1303972	on Saturday certified that Iran had met its obligations, paving the way for Western sanctions to be lifted and giving	Iran	access to $100 billion in frozen assets. While the United States, which led the negotiations, has tried to promote the
15	1304032	with suspicion and trepidation across much of the Middle East. For Israel and Sunni states such as Saudi Arabia, Shiite	Iran	is seen as a destabilizing force. They fear Tehran will now redouble what they see as efforts to dominate the
15	1304183	in the region: ISRAEL Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was an outspoken critic of the deal, making veiled threats to attack	Iran	and arguing against the agreement in a speech to the U.S. Congress last year over White House objections. He says
15	1304274	all of Irans international violations and called for aggressive sanctions against each violation. He said Israel remains committed to preventing	Iran	from making a nuclear weapon and that what is clear is that Iran will now have more resources to divert
15	1304287	He said Israel remains committed to preventing Iran from making a nuclear weapon and that what is clear is that	Iran	will now have more resources to divert to terrorism and its aggression in the region and around the world. THE
15	1304367	countries view as a proxy battle against Tehran. Officials in Bahrain, a Sunni-ruled but Shiite-majority country, have accused	Iran	of attempting to smuggle in weapons in recent months. Saudi Arabias decision to execute a prominent Shiite cleric earlier this
15	1304414	protesters to attack the Saudi Embassy in Tehran and its consulate in Mashhad, leading Riyadh to cut diplomatic ties to	Iran	. On Sunday, 140 Saudi clerics and preachers released a signed statement calling for confronting the criminality and treachery of the
15	1304477	minister of the United Arab Emirates, Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has taken to Twitter in recent days to criticize	Iran	and poke fun at his Iranian counterpart. Dont torch, take over or ransack embassies and consulates. Dont take diplomats hostage
15	1304503	Iranian counterpart. Dont torch, take over or ransack embassies and consulates. Dont take diplomats hostage. #DiploMaturity101, read one post. SYRIA	Iran	is increasingly involved in the Syrian civil war and Syrian rebels fear that once relieved of sanctions, Tehran will escalate
15	1304537	once relieved of sanctions, Tehran will escalate its support for Assad and Hezbollah. Syrian opposition leaders have voiced concerns that	Iran	will become more belligerent and aggressive, and Assad will be less inclined to compromise. Iran has spent billions of dollars
15	1304552	leaders have voiced concerns that Iran will become more belligerent and aggressive, and Assad will be less inclined to compromise.	Iran	has spent billions of dollars to defend Assad in Syria for the past four years, bankrolling Shiite militias fanned out
15	1304611	of the Syrian Muslim Brotherhood group, who is based in Saudi Arabia. He said that by lifting the sanctions from	Iran	, America and Europe have effectively formalized Iran as a regional cop. Iran, even when it was encircled by the West
15	1304618	is based in Saudi Arabia. He said that by lifting the sanctions from Iran, America and Europe have effectively formalized	Iran	as a regional cop. Iran, even when it was encircled by the West, was occupying several countries. What should we
15	1304623	He said that by lifting the sanctions from Iran, America and Europe have effectively formalized Iran as a regional cop.	Iran	, even when it was encircled by the West, was occupying several countries. What should we expect now that sanctions have
15	1304647	was encircled by the West, was occupying several countries. What should we expect now that sanctions have been lifted and	Iran	has been given a free hand? he said. In Lebanon, opponents of Hezbollah are similarly jittery, convinced the deal will
15	1304688	further embolden the group, which already is a dominant force. Hezbollah officials have touted the deal as a victory for	Iran	and the axis of resistance which includes Assad. IRAQ Iraqs Shiite-dominated government, which is close to Iran, welcomed the
15	1304706	victory for Iran and the axis of resistance which includes Assad. IRAQ Iraqs Shiite-dominated government, which is close to	Iran	, welcomed the implementation of the nuclear deal as a catalyst to help solve disputes in the region. Government spokesman Saad
15	1307112	involved. Further information will be published shortly. Boruch Dayan HaEmmes (Dov Gefen YWN) The U.N. nuclear agency certified Saturday that	Iran	has met all of its commitments under last summers landmark nuclear deal, crowning years of U.S.-led efforts to crimp
15	1307140	last summers landmark nuclear deal, crowning years of U.S.-led efforts to crimp Irans ability to make atomic weapons. For	Iran	, the move lifts Western economic sanctions that have been in place for years, unlocking access to $100 billion in frozen
15	1307181	assets and unleashing new opportunities for its battered economy. U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry and the top diplomats of	Iran	and the European Union hailed the accord, reached after years of setbacks and a full decade after the start of
15	1307253	we are really reminded once again of diplomacys power to tackle significant challenges. Additionally, Kerry linked the trust built between	Iran	and the United States over the past two years of talks to the release by Iran Saturday of four Americans
15	1307269	the trust built between Iran and the United States over the past two years of talks to the release by	Iran	Saturday of four Americans who also hold Iranian nationality. Thanks to years of hard work and committed dialogue, he said
15	1307377	find practical solutions that are effectively implemented. In Washington, U.S. President Barack Obama signed executive orders lifting economic sanctions on	Iran	, while Kerry confirmed that the U.N.s International Atomic Energy Agency could verify that Iran has fully implemented its required commitments
15	1307391	executive orders lifting economic sanctions on Iran, while Kerry confirmed that the U.N.s International Atomic Energy Agency could verify that	Iran	has fully implemented its required commitments. The July 14 deal, struck after decades of hostility, defused the likelihood of U.S
15	1307417	commitments. The July 14 deal, struck after decades of hostility, defused the likelihood of U.S. or Israeli military action against	Iran	while creating an opening for future cooperation on calming the tumultuous Middle East. But proof that it had been fully
15	1307566	U.S.-Iranian tension moved toward resolution with officials of both nations announcing the prisoner releases. The four Americans imprisoned in	Iran	were exchanged for seven Iranians held or charged in the United States. U.S. officials said the four Washington Post reporter
15	1307606	reporter Jason Rezaian, former U.S. Marine Amir Hekmati, pastor Saeed Abedini and Nosratollah Khosravi-Roodsari were to be flown from	Iran	to Switzerland on a Swiss plane and then brought to a U.S. military hospital in Landstuhl, Germany, for medical treatment
15	1307674	will also drop Interpol red notices essentially arrest warrants on a handful of sought Iranian fugitives. Rezaian is a dual	Iran	-U.S. citizen convicted of espionage by Iran in a closed-door trial in 2015. The Post and the U.S. government
15	1307681	arrest warrants on a handful of sought Iranian fugitives. Rezaian is a dual Iran-U.S. citizen convicted of espionage by	Iran	in a closed-door trial in 2015. The Post and the U.S. government have denied the accusations, as has Rezaian
15	1307718	accusations, as has Rezaian. He had been held more than 543 days. U.S. officials said a fifth American detained in	Iran	, a student, has been released in a move unrelated to the prisoner swap. They said the student, identified as Matthew
15	1307786	to pressure the Islamic Republic to curb uranium enrichment and other activities that could also be used for nuclear weapons.	Iran	sees that move and the recent closure of a decade-long investigation of whether it worked on such weapons as
15	1307845	House. U.S. President Barack Obamas greatest foreign policy triumph, it has turned tensions into a first step toward cooperation with	Iran	, a major regional power instrumental for ending the Syrian conflict and other Middle East crises. The July 14 deal with
15	1307900	15 years, with an option to re-impose sanctions should Tehran break its commitments. It aims to increase the time	Iran	would need to make enough fissile material for a nuclear weapon from several months to a year, primarily by capping
15	1307940	capping Tehrans ability to enrich uranium, which can create material ranging from reactor fuel to warhead material. Under the deal,	Iran	committed to reduce its operating centrifuges enriching uranium by two-thirds, to just over 5,000 machines. The IAEA report, obtained
15	1308094	has insisted that it was working only to power a future network of reactors and on medical and scientific research.	Iran	denied any work or interest in nuclear arms even after the IAEA closed a prolonged probe with a November assessment
15	1308204	the pragmatic Rouhani took office in 2013. For years, Washington had refused to even sit at the same table with	Iran	, joining the nuclear talks only in 2008, five years after the first international attempts to negotiate a deal. By the
15	1308338	punctuated by threats from both sides to walk away from the table. Both sides took hits amid the diplomatic maneuvering	Iran	from hardliners accusing Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif of selling out his countrys interests and the White House from
15	1308397	making capacities intact. All-out lobbying by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu against the agreement also was unsuccessful. Warning that	Iran	has not given up its nuclear ambitions, his office urged world powers Saturday to respond harshly to any violations of
15	1308421	up its nuclear ambitions, his office urged world powers Saturday to respond harshly to any violations of the deal by	Iran	. Without that, Iran will think it can continue to develop a nuclear weapon, destabilize the region and spread terror, the
15	1308424	ambitions, his office urged world powers Saturday to respond harshly to any violations of the deal by Iran. Without that,	Iran	will think it can continue to develop a nuclear weapon, destabilize the region and spread terror, the statement said. (AP
15	1308449	continue to develop a nuclear weapon, destabilize the region and spread terror, the statement said. (AP) Four Americans detained in	Iran	will be coming home and seven Iranians in U.S. custody also will win their freedom in a breakthrough swap negotiated
15	1308500	well, a fifth American was freed separately. The news emerged as a landmark deal took effect Saturday relieving sanctions on	Iran	in return for its progress in pulling back its nuclear program. Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian, former U.S. Marine Amir
15	1308542	pastor Saeed Abedini and Nosratollah Khosravi-Roodsari, whose name had not been previously made public, were freed from custody in	Iran	and were to be flown to Switzerland, U.S. officials said. U.S. student Matthew Trevithick was released independently of the exchange
15	1308633	others were awaiting trial; the last one made a plea agreement. Its unclear if they will leave the U.S. for	Iran	. They are free to stay in the United States. In addition, the U.S. will drop Interpol red notices essentially arrest
15	1308672	essentially arrest warrants on 14 Iranian fugitives it has sought, officials said. The announcement of the exchange came shortly before	Iran	was certified as having met all commitments under the nuclear deal with six world powers. U.S. Secretary of State John
15	1308730	as the diplomatic achievement unfolded. The release of the prisoners and the nuclear deal developments capped weeks of intense U.S.-	Iran	diplomacy that took several unexpected turns after an Iranian ballistic missile test in October and then the detention on Jan
15	1308753	took several unexpected turns after an Iranian ballistic missile test in October and then the detention on Jan. 12 by	Iran	of 10 U.S. Navy sailors and their two boats in the Persian Gulf. Frederick J. Ryan, Jr., publisher of The
15	1308809	Jason Rezaian has been released from Evin Prison. Once we receive more details and can confirm Jason has safely left	Iran	, we will have more to share. Hekmatis family released a statement saying: We thank everyone for your thoughts during this
15	1308857	this point, we are hoping and praying for Amirs long-awaited return. Trevithick, the student from Hingham, Massachusetts, went to	Iran	in September for a four-month language program at an institute associated with Tehran University, his family said in a
15	1308904	for 40 days in Evin Prison, but gave no reason for his detention. Negotiations over detainees grew out of the	Iran	nuclear talks. In discussions in Europe and elsewhere, Kerry and nuclear negotiator Wendy Sherman were able to establish a separate
15	1309081	Bernie Sanders praised diplomacy as the key to solving the detainee issue. Hillary Clinton also welcomed the developments while saying	Iran	should not be thanked because it should never have detained the Americans. Robert Levinson, who disappeared in Iran in 2007
15	1309099	while saying Iran should not be thanked because it should never have detained the Americans. Robert Levinson, who disappeared in	Iran	in 2007 while working for the CIA on an unapproved intelligence mission, wasnt part of the deal. American officials are
15	1309147	even still alive. The Iranians have always denied knowing his location. Levinsons case was aggressively pursued, officials said, adding that	Iran	has committed to continue cooperating in trying to determine Levinsons whereabouts. The exchange also didnt cover Siamak Namazi, an Iranian
15	1309175	to determine Levinsons whereabouts. The exchange also didnt cover Siamak Namazi, an Iranian-American businessman who advocated better ties between	Iran	and the U.S. He was thought to have been arrested in October. According to the official IRNA news agency, the
15	1309242	lawyer for Mechanic, who has been jailed since his indictment last April on charges of illegally exporting microelectronics technology to	Iran	, said his client was elated to be pardoned. Hes been incarcerated for nine months for a crime that hes just
15	1309498	harsh reminder to the Republicans wanting to succeed him: You can promise to pull back the hand Ive extended to	Iran	and Cuba nations the U.S. once cut off but it wont be easy and it may be lonely. As Republican
15	1309543	Obamas rapprochements on their first day in office, many U.S. allies and business interests have pressed forward with outreach to	Iran	. The next president may find Iran has established itself as world player, a useful diplomatic power broker and a potential
15	1309549	in office, many U.S. allies and business interests have pressed forward with outreach to Iran. The next president may find	Iran	has established itself as world player, a useful diplomatic power broker and a potential market for U.S. businesses. Vowing to
15	1309670	force the rest of the world to see things the way you do? Thats a big question. The diplomacy with	Iran	after decades of a divide fulfills Obamas first inaugural promise to extend a hand if you are willing to unclench
15	1309747	Bashar Assad, they say. But the weekend was a clear reminder of the forces working against the Republican contenders on	Iran	. The release of Americans four of them negotiated as a prisoner swap alongside nuclear talks and one worked out separately
15	1309792	that the U.S. should not lift sanctions while Americans are being held. Meanwhile, the U.S. and other Western nations declared	Iran	had kept up its end of the landmark nuclear agreement completed last summer, triggering the removal of the billions of
15	1309904	their return, Texas Sen. Ted Cruz said of the released Americans, this deal serves as piece of propaganda for both	Iran	and the Obama administration. Cruz reprised his promise to rip to shreds this catastrophic Iran nuclear deal. Former Florida Gov
15	1309919	piece of propaganda for both Iran and the Obama administration. Cruz reprised his promise to rip to shreds this catastrophic	Iran	nuclear deal. Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush said he saw weakness in the Obama administrations dealings with Iran. Lets take
15	1309937	this catastrophic Iran nuclear deal. Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush said he saw weakness in the Obama administrations dealings with	Iran	. Lets take a step back here, Bush told a town hall meeting in New Hampshire. The bigger issue is that
15	1309989	toward the so-called community of nations. In truth, the U.S. has not been alone in shifting its pose toward	Iran	, which is part of what would make undoing it difficult. The nuclear deal was negotiated alongside France, Britain, Germany, Russia
15	1310028	Germany, Russia and China, a coalition that managed to hang together through lengthy discussions and difficult domestic politics. Since then,	Iran	has joined in international talks seeking an end to the Syrian civil war. White House officials say they see those
15	1310145	would happen on Day 2 is unclear. In a global economy, imposing unilateral U.S. sanctions would have limited impact on	Iran	and could serve to disadvantage U.S. businesses. Iran has suggested businesses are waiting at the gates to engage indeed, the
15	1310153	a global economy, imposing unilateral U.S. sanctions would have limited impact on Iran and could serve to disadvantage U.S. businesses.	Iran	has suggested businesses are waiting at the gates to engage indeed, the transport minister on Saturday announced a deal with
15	1310196	consortium Airbus to buy 114 passenger planes after sanctions are lifted. Rubio has warned U.S. businesses not to gamble on	Iran	, saying Tehran will inevitably violate the agreement, and if hes in the White House hell ensure a harsh punishment. Hes
15	1310263	the Republicans promises to backtrack, saying that casts uncertainty over negotiations. But theres little sign that the GOP rhetoric on	Iran	is slowing down Tehrans increasing role as a player on the world stage. (AP) We can't say we havent been
15	1315742	in London. Senator Bob Corker on Friday said he welcomed the release of Americans who were held in custody in	Iran	, but he said the U.S. needs to continue to hold Iran accountable. He said, While I am delighted that our
15	1315753	release of Americans who were held in custody in Iran, but he said the U.S. needs to continue to hold	Iran	accountable. He said, While I am delighted that our citizens who have been unjustly held in Iran will be released
15	1315770	continue to hold Iran accountable. He said, While I am delighted that our citizens who have been unjustly held in	Iran	will be released back to the United States and reunited with their families, we need to understand more fully all
15	1315802	their families, we need to understand more fully all the details and implications of this arrangement, including its timing. With	Iran	possessing one of the worlds worst records for human rights, we must continue to hold Irans leaders accountable for their
15	1315888	separately according to the administration. In addition to the release of the U.S. citizens, the administration announced implementation of the	Iran	nuclear agreement. Senator Corker coauthored the Iran Nuclear Agreement Review Act (Public Law No: 114-17) that mandated congressional review
15	1315895	to the release of the U.S. citizens, the administration announced implementation of the Iran nuclear agreement. Senator Corker coauthored the	Iran	Nuclear Agreement Review Act (Public Law No: 114-17) that mandated congressional review of the agreement. Last year, he voted
15	1315940	resolution of disapproval that would have blocked the agreement, but Senate Democrats prevented the legislation from passing the Senate. The	Iran	nuclear deal is not binding on the United States, so a future president will be able to reevaluate U.S. participation
15	1315987	the beginning of the United States and Europe turning a blind eye to the troubling threat of a nuclear-armed	Iran	. I opposed this flawed agreement, and fear its implementation shifts the leverage to Iran as sanctions are lifted in exchange
15	1316001	troubling threat of a nuclear-armed Iran. I opposed this flawed agreement, and fear its implementation shifts the leverage to	Iran	as sanctions are lifted in exchange for only limited and temporary restrictions, allowing Iran to industrialize its nuclear enrichment capability
15	1316015	its implementation shifts the leverage to Iran as sanctions are lifted in exchange for only limited and temporary restrictions, allowing	Iran	to industrialize its nuclear enrichment capability after a decade. Now armed with an initial windfall of more than $100 billion
15	1316036	to industrialize its nuclear enrichment capability after a decade. Now armed with an initial windfall of more than $100 billion,	Iran	will have vast new resources to continue sponsoring terrorism, threatening its neighbors, and funding its nuclear and missile programs. The
15	1316111	The Senate Foreign Relations Committee already is involved in a vigorous oversight process and is considering legislative proposals to ensure	Iran	continues to be held accountable. We will use all the tools provided by the Iran Nuclear Agreement Review Act to
15	1316126	considering legislative proposals to ensure Iran continues to be held accountable. We will use all the tools provided by the	Iran	Nuclear Agreement Review Act to quickly impose new sanctions should Iran breach the terms of the agreement. You are here
15	1316137	We will use all the tools provided by the Iran Nuclear Agreement Review Act to quickly impose new sanctions should	Iran	breach the terms of the agreement. You are here: Home A newly-elected senior official of the Asian Infrastructure Investment
15	1324312	group has claimed responsibility for the attacks which started Friday night and lasted hours. Flash The European Union (EU) and	Iran	jointly announced the implementation day of the historic nuclear deal after the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) confirmed all the
15	1324370	foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini attend a press conference in Vienna, Austria, Jan. 16, 2016. The European Union (EU) and	Iran	on Saturday night jointly announced the implementation day of the historic nuclear deal after the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA
15	1324409	Agency (IAEA) confirmed all the preparation steps required have been completed by Tehran. The EU lifted its economic sanctions against	Iran	after IAEA's announcement. [Photo/Xinhua] Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and EU foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini jointly made
15	1324472	the UN nuclear agency's confirmation of Iran's compliance of its commitment under the deal. Verified by the UN nuclear agency,	Iran	has done all the steps to address world concerns in scaling back its nuclear plan, including freezing much of its
15	1324504	back its nuclear plan, including freezing much of its nuclear material production, which could be used to build nuclear bombs.	Iran	also promises to provide more transparency of its nuclear program, letting the IAEA be able to monitor Tehran's atomic plan
15	1324564	the United States, the EU and UN security council, especially the oil embargo. "Today, I released a report confirming that	Iran	has completed the necessary preparatory steps to start the implementation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action," IAEA Director General
15	1324598	Comprehensive Plan of Action," IAEA Director General Yukiya Amano said in a statement. The EU lifted its economic sanctions against	Iran	after the UN nuclear watchdog's announcement. "As Iran has fulfilled its commitments, today, multilateral and national economic and financial sanctions
15	1324606	Amano said in a statement. The EU lifted its economic sanctions against Iran after the UN nuclear watchdog's announcement. "As	Iran	has fulfilled its commitments, today, multilateral and national economic and financial sanctions related to Iran's nuclear program are lifted," Mogherini
15	1324648	Shortly after the IAEA announcement, U.S. President Barack Obama on Saturday also signed an executive order to lift sanctions on	Iran	related to its nuclear program, the White House said. Mogherini said the implementation day marks the key fact that diplomacy
15	1324686	fact that diplomacy could resolve tough issue. U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry told reporters the world is safer as	Iran	is barred from nuclear weapon, as all the paths to the bomb are blocked by the deal, Tehran could only
15	1324716	to the bomb are blocked by the deal, Tehran could only use the atomic energy for peaceful purpose, adding that	Iran	needs to be also compliant to their commitment in the coming years. Kerry confirmed the five American prisoners are freed
15	1331671	Shia rebels led by al-Houthi, which began in 2014, led to the flight of Salehs successor in 2015. The	Iran	-aligned Houthis now control the capital but are under attack from a Saudi-led Sunni coalition. Lt Gen Bhopinder Singh
15	1332124	jointly deployed against IS. Third is the cold war redux. Russia is aggressively throwing its weight behind the Syria (Assad)-	Iran	-Iraq combine. But while ostensibly bombing IS targets, the Russians are also hitting at Assads opposition forces composed of other
15	1342278	national debt headed past $20 trillion. The Omnibus bill funded all of President Obamas priorities, including Obamacare, Planned Parenthood, the	Iran	nuclear deal, illegal amnesty, sanctuary cities and the Syrian refugee resettlement program. In approving the bill, the House again surrendered
15	1356995	America crisis, cases have been identified in Polynesia, Easter Island, the Cook Islands and New Caledonia. Several Americans freed by	Iran	as part of a prisoner swap with the United States have arrived in Germany after leaving Tehran Sunday. After a
15	1357105	was accompanied by his wife, journalist Yeganeh Salehi, and his mother. He added that two other Americans "unjustly held in	Iran	" were also released, and named them as Nosratollah Khosravi-Roodsari and Matthew Trevithick. The release of the American prisoners was
15	1357147	Saturday, just hours before Iranian and Western diplomats in Vienna announced implementation of a nuclear pact between Western powers and	Iran	. Rezaian, an Iranian-American who served as the Post's Tehran bureau chief, was arrested in 2014 on espionage charges and
15	1357387	stop-over in Geneva. "Thrilled to see #JasonRezaian land safely in #Geneva tonight after 18 months of unjust imprisonment in #	Iran	." The other three ex-detainees are: Amir Mirzaei Hekmati, an Iranian-American and former U.S. Marine arrested in 2011 on
15	1357450	been made public until Saturday. The fifth American released, student Matthew Trevithick, had been detained for 40 days while in	Iran	for an intensive language program to increase his fluency in Dari, a language closely related to Farsi. Trevithick's release was
15	1357508	Barack Obama offered clemency to seven Iranians who have either been charged or convicted for violating U.S. trade sanctions against	Iran	. Three of them, Bahram Mechanic, Tooraj Faridi and Khosrow Afghani, are accused of exporting electronics to Iran. Nader Modanlo was
15	1357525	trade sanctions against Iran. Three of them, Bahram Mechanic, Tooraj Faridi and Khosrow Afghani, are accused of exporting electronics to	Iran	. Nader Modanlo was convicted in 2012 for helping Iran to place its first-ever satellite into orbit in 2005. Two
15	1357534	Tooraj Faridi and Khosrow Afghani, are accused of exporting electronics to Iran. Nader Modanlo was convicted in 2012 for helping	Iran	to place its first-ever satellite into orbit in 2005. Two other men, Arash Ghahreman and Ali Saboonchi, were each
15	1357622	officials have determined that efforts to have them extradited will not succeed. Robert Levinson As part of the prisoner release,	Iran	agreed to try to determine the fate of Robert Levinson, a former U.S. agent with the Federal Bureau of Investigation
15	1357674	has been linked to the CIA. U.S. officials have said they are unsure he is still alive, but said that	Iran	has "committed to continue cooperating with the United States to determine the whereabouts of Levinson." The lengthy and complex negotiations
15	1357696	committed to continue cooperating with the United States to determine the whereabouts of Levinson." The lengthy and complex negotiations with	Iran	about its nuclear program climaxed in an agreement announced last July, but there was no mention of the prisoners issue
15	1357867	removing its nuclear equipment, and providing international inspectors greater access to its nuclear facilities. In addition to ending the sanctions,	Iran	would have access to billions of dollars of assets in foreign banks that have been frozen for years. Kerry says
15	1358001	Saturday's announcement a "significant milestone." Flashpoints remain Although implementation will open the door to some trade between the U.S. and	Iran	, it will not result in the U.S. overlooking other areas of concern about Tehran, said State Department spokesman Mark Toner
15	1358061	Implementation Day that a whole new world is going to open up and we are suddenly going to cooperate with	Iran	, he said. Those areas of concern include Irans recent ballistic missile tests and its firing of rockets near a U.S
15	1358114	by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the most vocal opponent of the deal in the international community. He warned that "	Iran	has not relinquished its ambition to obtain nuclear weapons, and continues to act to destabilize the Middle East and spread
15	1358178	Republican opponents, especially the party's 2016 presidential candidates. "It seems to be an indication of where we are going. That	Iran	deal is the dumbest deal I think Ive ever seen," said Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump at a recent campaign
15	1358318	this report came from AP, AFP and Reuters. Israel's prime minister has condemned the lifting of crippling international sanctions on	Iran	following the U.N. nuclear agency's certification that Tehran is curbing its nuclear program. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that
15	1358346	Tehran is curbing its nuclear program. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that despite the agreement with the world powers,	Iran	has not given up its quest for nuclear weapons. Netanyahu told his Cabinet lifting sanctions would provide Iran with more
15	1358364	world powers, Iran has not given up its quest for nuclear weapons. Netanyahu told his Cabinet lifting sanctions would provide	Iran	with more resources to undermine stability in the Middle East and spread terrorism around the world. He called on the
15	1358401	He called on the international community to closely monitor Irans nuclear facilities and reimpose sanctions if there were any violations.	Iran	says its nuclear program is for peaceful purposes, but its leaders have also threatened to wipe Israel off the map
15	1358492	before.I think my biggest concern is that the leadership in the West does not really care that much about stopping	Iran	from getting a nuclear weapon. Netanyahu, who has threatened to attack Irans nuclear sites in the past, said Israel would
15	1360256	region such as Saudi Arabia and Qatar to get involved, and advocated work on a political solution that includes Russia,	Iran	and Muslim allies. Clinton said there are a lot of forces at work in the region that the United States
15	1360359	poll issued before the debate puts Clinton ahead of Sanders by 25 points nationally. WATCH: Where the candidates stand on	Iran	But Sanders pointed out that Clinton at one time had a 50-point lead. O'Malley has been polling about 2
15	1360491	In the new poll, his lead widened to 13 points. U.S. political leaders voiced relief Saturday at the news that	Iran	was releasing five detained Americans, although several Republican Party presidential hopefuls renewed attacks on President Barack Obama for approving a
15	1360725	of diplomacy backed by pressure." But she called for new sanctions against Tehran for recent ballistic missile testing and said	Iran	should not be thanked simply for meeting its international obligations. As president, she said, her approach to Iran would be
15	1360743	and said Iran should not be thanked simply for meeting its international obligations. As president, she said, her approach to	Iran	would be to "distrust and verify" while enforcing the nuclear deal. In Iran, meanwhile, hard-liners also criticized the nuclear
15	1360756	As president, she said, her approach to Iran would be to "distrust and verify" while enforcing the nuclear deal. In	Iran	, meanwhile, hard-liners also criticized the nuclear deal, which was agreed to by the U.S., other major world powers and
15	1360777	meanwhile, hard-liners also criticized the nuclear deal, which was agreed to by the U.S., other major world powers and	Iran	six months ago, because it called for removing the core of Iran's only known heavy-water reactor. That reactor was
15	1361788	we need to take, said Secretary Gatkuoth. U.S. President Barack Obama is crediting strong American diplomacy for key milestones with	Iran	in a 24-hour period, including confirmation that Tehran has significantly rolled back its nuclear program, released American prisoners and
15	1361830	a three-decade-old financial dispute. The president spoke on Sunday after receiving confirmation that all five Americans released by	Iran	had departed the country (watch the president's full statement at the following link). This is a good day, Obama told
15	1361880	the Iranians Weve seen results, he said. On Saturday, the United States and five other global powers lifted sanctions on	Iran	after a report by the U.N. nuclear watchdog saying Tehran had fulfilled its commitments to cut back its nuclear program
15	1361906	U.N. nuclear watchdog saying Tehran had fulfilled its commitments to cut back its nuclear program. The removal of sanctions gives	Iran	access to funds ranging from $50 to $100 billion, according to senior administration officials. The U.S. says Iran has removed
15	1361924	sanctions gives Iran access to funds ranging from $50 to $100 billion, according to senior administration officials. The U.S. says	Iran	has removed two-thirds of its centrifuges to enrich uranium, shipped out more than 98 percent of its enriched uranium
15	1361960	percent of its enriched uranium stockpile and will be subjected to unprecedented inspections and access to its nuclear program. If	Iran	tries to covertly build a bomb, we will catch them, said the president. The region, the United States, and the
15	1361997	United States, and the world will be more secure. Communication channels The long and difficult diplomatic process to negotiate the	Iran	nuclear deal opened channels of communication for the first time in decades and new opportunities for the two nations to
15	1362082	in the Persian Gulf last week. The historic engagement also led to the release of five Americans unjustly detained by	Iran	, said the president. After the nuclear deal was completed, the discussions between our governments accelerated, said Obama, securing the U.S
15	1362179	U.S. granted clemency to six Iranian-Americans and one Iranian awaiting trial on charges they violated U.S. trade sanctions against	Iran	. After the implementation of the Iran nuclear deal and the release of prisoners, Obama said the two countries settled a
15	1362185	Americans and one Iranian awaiting trial on charges they violated U.S. trade sanctions against Iran. After the implementation of the	Iran	nuclear deal and the release of prisoners, Obama said the two countries settled a more than three-decade old claim
15	1362222	three-decade old claim by the Iranian government against the United States. The agreement involves a $400 million trust fund	Iran	once used to buy military equipment before the two countries broke off diplomatic ties. The U.S. will pay the $400
15	1362289	higher awards. The president also spoke directly to the Iranian people, saying Yours is a great civilization. But for decades	Iran	has destabilized the region and isolated Iran from much of the world. Following the nuclear deal, you -- especially young Iranians
15	1362296	to the Iranian people, saying Yours is a great civilization. But for decades Iran has destabilized the region and isolated	Iran	from much of the world. Following the nuclear deal, you -- especially young Iranians -- have the opportunity to begin building new
15	1362361	for ties to Tehran's ballistic missile program. "The nuclear deal was never intended to resolve all of our differences with	Iran	," the president said. "We will continue to enforce these sanctions vigorously," he added of the missile sanctions. Earlier Sunday, Iranian
15	1362426	sanctions imposed over Iran's nuclear activities. A senior administration official said Sunday the U.S. continues to have profound differences with	Iran	over its support of terrorists, destabilizing actions in the region, human rights abuses and how to end to the war
15	1362505	talks in Vienna about how to end the war and bring about a political transition in Syria. The U.S. and	Iran	remain deeply divided about whether Bashar al-Assad should play any role in Syrias political future. The U.S. believe the
15	1362577	by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the most vocal opponent of the deal in the international community. He warned that "	Iran	has not relinquished its ambition to obtain nuclear weapons, and continues to act to destabilize the Middle East and spread
15	1362639	Republican opponents, especially the party's 2016 presidential candidates. "It seems to be an indication of where we are going. That	Iran	deal is the dumbest deal I think Ive ever seen," said Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump at a recent campaign
15	1362696	to reject this deal in the first place, and we will continue to do everything possible to prevent a nuclear	Iran	," he said. Chairman of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs Ed Royce welcomed the release of the detained Americans. All
15	1385487	week's shameful display, it doesn't seem impossible. President Barack Obama on Sunday heralded the implementation of a nuclear deal with	Iran	, but said he is still steadfast against Tehrans threat to Israel and others in the region. The United States on
15	1385721	abuses, and ballistic missile program." Also Sunday, Secretary of State John Kerry said in a statement that the US and	Iran	had settled a dispute over $400 million in Iranian money dating back to before the 1979 Islamic Revolution and end
15	1385759	Revolution and end of diplomatic ties. The Iranians also get $1.3 billion in interest. At issue was money used by	Iran	to buy military equipment from the U.S. before the break in ties between the countries. Hours earlier, Iranian President Hassan
15	1385809	deal reached between Tehran and six world powers has satisfied all parties except Israel and hardliners in the US Congress.	Iran	ended years of economic isolation when world powers lifted the crippling sanctions against the Islamic Republic on Saturday in return
15	1385908	the nuclear agreement, the ballistic missile agreement and terrorism." Iranian President Hassan Rouhani (Photo: AFP) "What is clear is that	Iran	will now have more resources to divert to terrorism and its aggression in the region and around the world, and
15	1385969	sanctions against each violation," arguing that "were it not for our efforts to lead sanctions and thwart Iran's nuclear program,	Iran	would have had nuclear weapons some time ago." In a speech to the Iranian parliament on Sunday morning, Rouhani heralded
15	1386026	engagement with the world." Rouhani also said the deal was a win for all negotiating parties and all factions inside	Iran	. "Nobody has been defeated in the deal neither inside the country nor the countries that were negotiating with us," he
15	1386231	cord" to oil while prices were low. Benchmark Brent crude closed below $29 on Friday, and may fall further as	Iran	has pledged to raise its supply after sanctions were lifted. The International Atomic Energy Agency ruled on Saturday that Iran
15	1386251	Iran has pledged to raise its supply after sanctions were lifted. The International Atomic Energy Agency ruled on Saturday that	Iran	had abided by an agreement last year with six world powers to curtail its nuclear program, triggering the end of
15	1386295	Yukiya Amano will travel to Tehran on Sunday to meet Rouhani and the head of the Atomic Energy Organisation of	Iran	, the IAEA said on Saturday. Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif was also back in Tehran by Sunday. Minutes after
15	1386331	Tehran by Sunday. Minutes after the IAEA's ruling, the United States formally lifted banking, steel, shipping and other sanctions on	Iran	. The European Union likewise ended all nuclear-related economic and financial sanctions against the country. The IAEA's confirmation that Iran
15	1386351	Iran. The European Union likewise ended all nuclear-related economic and financial sanctions against the country. The IAEA's confirmation that	Iran	had fulfilled its commitments under the nuclear deal also automatically ended most United Nations sanctions on the country. Asher Tcherkasskis
15	1389864	have been killed for doing so. Israeli officials did not immediately respond. The first glimpse of a secretly negotiated US-	Iran	prisoner exchange came on Saturday in a flurry of early morning electronic filings in federal courts from New York to
15	1389965	was choreographed to coincide with a high-level diplomatic gathering in Vienna to seal the lifting of international sanctions on	Iran	in return for meeting its commitment to curb its nuclear program. Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian The deal, a major
15	1390053	prisoner exchange came close to falling apart because of a threat by Washington in December to impose fresh sanctions on	Iran	for recent ballistic missile tests. The nuclear deal signed on July 14 between Iran and world powers was trumpeted by
15	1390067	December to impose fresh sanctions on Iran for recent ballistic missile tests. The nuclear deal signed on July 14 between	Iran	and world powers was trumpeted by the White House as a signature foreign policy achievement by President Barack Obama. But
15	1390109	also faced criticism for refusing to make the accord contingent on Irans release of Americans known to be held by	Iran	. In public comments, Obama had insisted as recently as mid-December that linking the Americans' fate directly to the nuclear
15	1390429	along the road to Saturdays prisoner announcement. The day before the Obama administration was due to slap new sanctions on	Iran	late last month over the ballistic missile tests, Zarif warned Kerry the move could derail the prisoner deal, US officials
15	1390581	by the Iranians. We insisted that he be in the mix as well, a US official said. In the end,	Iran	agreed to release Rezaian, the Posts Tehran bureau chief held in an Iranian prison for about 18 months; Abedini, 35
15	1390665	Iranian prison," Abedinis wife, Naghmeh Abedini, wrote on Twitter even before official US confirmation. The couple had regularly traveled to	Iran	on Christian mission work until 2009. He was setting up an orphanage in the country in 2012 when Iranian authorities
15	1390704	Iranian authorities detained him. Christian pastor Saeed Abedini Robert Levinson, a former FBI agent and DEA agent, who disappeared in	Iran	since 2007, was not on the list. US officials have believed for several years that Levinson died in captivity. Iranian
15	1390736	for several years that Levinson died in captivity. Iranian officials had repeatedly denied any knowledge of his disappearance or whereabouts.	Iran	has also committed to continue cooperating with the United States to determine the whereabouts of Robert Levinson, a US official
15	1390825	with some of the prisoners held in the United States to see if they would be willing to return to	Iran	if a swap was agreed, said a person familiar with the cases who asked not to be identified. It was
15	1390883	Tooraj Faridi, and Khosrow Afghahi, according to Mechanic's lawyer, Joel Androphy. They were accused in 2015 of shipping electronics to	Iran	. Mechanic and Afghahi were being held without bail in Houston, while Faridi was out on bail. All three are Iranian
15	1391404	have we earned? No one can say for sure. But that is the only silver lining in the agreement between	Iran	and several world powers. Follow Ynetnews on Facebook and Twitter As far as Israel is concerned, the removal of sanctions
15	1391426	several world powers. Follow Ynetnews on Facebook and Twitter As far as Israel is concerned, the removal of sanctions from	Iran	is a ringing diplomatic failure. Israel could not convince the world, mostly the West, that Iran's potential threat to Israel
15	1391537	the Gulf States, and Jordan, as well as strengthening the Assad regime in Syria. The Western powers haven't merely given	Iran	legitimacy, but have provided it with material means that will aid it in realizing its destructive vision. Iranian Foreign Minister
15	1391601	won. Perhaps the diplomats won but the free world lost, big time. As far as Israel's national security perceptions go,	Iran	remains the number one threat not ISIS or al-Qaeda. Parts of Israel's security forces are dedicated to the Iranian
15	1391866	flows in, building up military power is the first item on the agenda. The world will take its attention off	Iran	with time, but Israel doesn't have that privilege: While they go back to sleep, Israel will have to increase its
15	1391926	weapons for oil, imagine the Europeans rebuilding the Iranian car industry, and are hoping that the American aeronautics industry floods	Iran	. And that's only the beginning. The US sees Iran flourishing under the reformists, and giving up its imperialist ambitions, nuclear
15	1391935	car industry, and are hoping that the American aeronautics industry floods Iran. And that's only the beginning. The US sees	Iran	flourishing under the reformists, and giving up its imperialist ambitions, nuclear program, and support of terrorism. It sees Iran focusing
15	1391954	sees Iran flourishing under the reformists, and giving up its imperialist ambitions, nuclear program, and support of terrorism. It sees	Iran	focusing on improving its citizens' quality of life instead. In other words, it sees McDonald's beating Sharia. Russian President Vladimir
15	1391989	McDonald's beating Sharia. Russian President Vladimir Putin. Just waitin for sanctions to be lifted in order to start trading with	Iran	. (Photo: AP) The Americans are sure that they'll reap the rewards soon, and that next month's parliamentary elections will see
15	1397130	remains unclear as to whether the UK will commit to the programme. The government discontinued funding counter-narcotics programmes in	Iran	amid concerns about the country's use of the death penalty. The Foreign Office insists that all government departments must adhere
15	1397199	funding for law enforcement-led narcotics operations in states which retain the death penalty for drug offences - whether that's Pakistan,	Iran	or Saudi Arabia." Washington: A female Islamic professor has claimed that Allah has allowed Muslim men to rape non-Muslim
15	1398540	orbital mission of 2016 and the 223rd launch of the Long March series, state-run Xinhua news agency reported. Tehran:	Iran	has "opened a new chapter" in its ties with the world, President Hassan Rouhani said on Sunday, after sanctions were
15	1398578	after sanctions were lifted under its historic nuclear deal with global powers. The UN's atomic watchdog late yesterday confirmed that	Iran	had complied with its obligations under last summer's accord and the United States and European Union announced they were lifting
15	1398642	alleged that Tehran was still seeking to develop a nuclear weapon. The announcement followed news of a prisoner swap between	Iran	and the United States that will include the release of Washington Post correspondent Jason Rezaian, in another sign of thawing
15	1398717	harm any country. "We Iranians have reached out to the world... have opened a new chapter in the relations of	Iran	with the world," the official IRNA news agency quoted Rouhani as saying. Iran is "not a threat to any government
15	1398730	a new chapter in the relations of Iran with the world," the official IRNA news agency quoted Rouhani as saying.	Iran	is "not a threat to any government or nation". The agreement, he said, "is not a loss for any country
15	1398779	a "year of prosperity" for Iranians, was to give a press conference later today. Addressing lawmakers in parliament he said	Iran	, no longer burdened by sanctions, would seek foreign investment of USd 30-50 billion annually, to dramatically spur growth to
15	1398881	in the Middle East, and the entire world are safer because the threat of the nuclear weapon has been reduced."	Iran	can now resume widespread oil exports, long the lifeblood of its economy though Rouhani has moved away from relying on
15	1398973	line under a standoff dating back to 2002 marked by failed diplomatic initiatives, ever-tighter sanctions, defiant nuclear expansion by	Iran	and threats of military action. Vienna: Multinational and national nuclear-related sanctions on Iran are lifted following Tehran's compliance with
15	1398987	tighter sanctions, defiant nuclear expansion by Iran and threats of military action. Vienna: Multinational and national nuclear-related sanctions on	Iran	are lifted following Tehran's compliance with July's atomic deal with major powers, European Union foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini has
15	1399010	following Tehran's compliance with July's atomic deal with major powers, European Union foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini has said. "As	Iran	has fulfilled its commitments, today, multilateral and national economic and financial sanctions related to Iran's nuclear programme are lifted in
15	1399051	accordance" with the July deal, Mogherini yesterday said in Vienna. The United States has also implemented its side of the	Iran	nuclear deal, lifting a raft of sanctions imposed on Tehran to rein in its weapons program, Secretary of State John
15	1399087	program, Secretary of State John Kerry has said. "I hereby confirm that the International Atomic Energy Agency has verified that	Iran	has fully implemented its required commitments... The US sanctions-related commitments... are now in effect," he said yesterday. Mogadishu: Somalia's
15	1406002	John Kerry talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, right, after the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) verified that	Iran	has met all conditions under the nuclear deal, in Vienna. (Photo: AP) Washington: Iran emerged from years of economic isolation
15	1406016	Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) verified that Iran has met all conditions under the nuclear deal, in Vienna. (Photo: AP) Washington:	Iran	emerged from years of economic isolation on Saturday when world powers lifted crippling sanctions against the Islamic Republic in return
15	1406115	reduce the hostility between Tehran and Washington that has shaped the Middle East since Iran's Islamic Revolution of 1979. Read:	Iran	nuke deal hard earned, worth celebrating: China Nuclear deal 'new chapter' in Iran's relations with world: Iranian President Iran frees
15	1406134	Read: Iran nuke deal hard earned, worth celebrating: China Nuclear deal 'new chapter' in Iran's relations with world: Iranian President	Iran	frees 4 Americans including journalist in exchange of 7 Iranians Tens of billions of dollars worth of Iranian assets will
15	1406192	to exploit a market hungry for everything from automobiles to airplane parts. The UN nuclear watchdog ruled on Saturday that	Iran	had abided by an agreement last year with six world powers to curtail its nuclear programme, triggering the end of
15	1406214	abided by an agreement last year with six world powers to curtail its nuclear programme, triggering the end of sanctions. "	Iran	has carried out all measures required under the (July deal) to enable Implementation Day (of the deal) to occur," the
15	1406259	Energy Agency said in a statement. Within minutes, the United States formally lifted banking, steel, shipping and other sanctions on	Iran	, a major oil producer which has been virtually shut out of international markets for the past five years. The European
15	1406317	114 civil aircraft from European aircraft maker Airbus. The end of sanctions means more money and prestige for Shi'ite Muslim	Iran	as it becomes deeply embroiled in the sectarian conflicts of the Middle East, notably in the Syrian civil war where
15	1406348	the Middle East, notably in the Syrian civil war where its allies are facing Sunni Muslim rebels. America's thaw with	Iran	is viewed with deep suspicion by US Republicans as well as American allies in the Middle East, including Israel and
15	1406385	East, including Israel and Saudi Arabia. US-Iranian suspicion still remains deeply entrenched. Washington maintains separate, less comprehensive sanctions on	Iran	over its missile programme. For its part, Iran detained 10 US Navy sailors on two boats in the Gulf a
15	1406393	suspicion still remains deeply entrenched. Washington maintains separate, less comprehensive sanctions on Iran over its missile programme. For its part,	Iran	detained 10 US Navy sailors on two boats in the Gulf a week ago, although they were released the next
15	1406434	day. Dramatic Prisoner Deal In an unusual move, President Barack Obama pardoned three Iranian-Americans charged for violating sanctions against	Iran	, a lawyer for one of the men said, while prosecutors moved to drop charges against four Iranians outside the United
15	1406456	lawyer for one of the men said, while prosecutors moved to drop charges against four Iranians outside the United States.	Iran	agreed to free five Americans including Rezaian and Saeed Abedini, an Iranian-American Christian pastor sentenced to eight years in
15	1406500	on charges of undermining Iran's national security. But a US official said four of the Americans had not yet left	Iran	due to ongoing logistical issues. The fifth prisoner, Matthew Trevithick, has left the country after 40 days in prison. Trevithick
15	1406573	manoeuvring which came close to falling apart because of a threat by Washington in December to impose fresh sanctions on	Iran	for recent ballistic missile tests. The detente with Iran is opposed by all of the Republican candidates vying to succeed
15	1406582	a threat by Washington in December to impose fresh sanctions on Iran for recent ballistic missile tests. The detente with	Iran	is opposed by all of the Republican candidates vying to succeed Obama as president in an election in November. Republican
15	1406688	Pastor Saeed is coming home." Democratic presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton took credit for helping to start the sanctions pressure on	Iran	during her 2009-2013 tenure as Obama's secretary of state. "These are important steps that make the United States, our
15	1406889	granted the authority to negotiate the deal by Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, an arch-conservative in power since 1989.	Iran	denies its nuclear programme was aimed at obtaining an atomic bomb. Rouhani congratulated the Iranian nation on Saturday after the
15	1406932	sanctions were to be lifted. "Thank God for this blessing and bow to the greatness of the patient nation of	Iran	. Congrats on this glorious victory," Rouhani tweeted in English. Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif has argued, including in a New
15	1406961	English. Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif has argued, including in a New York Times op-ed column last week that	Iran	wants to help the global fight against Sunni Muslim militants like Islamic State and al Qaeda. "It's now time for
15	1406996	al Qaeda. "It's now time for all especially Muslim nations to join hands and rid the world of violent extremism.	Iran	is ready," Zarif tweeted on Saturday. Police in Belize are investigating after a US journalist who was on holiday was
15	1409271	Wee; Additional reporting by Anne Marie Roantree in Hong Kong) WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States lifted nuclear-related sanctions on	Iran	on Saturday after the International Atomic Energy Agency certified Tehran had taken steps to limits its nuclear activities under a
15	1409306	limits its nuclear activities under a July 2014 agreement. In a related diplomatic deal between the two long-time adversaries,	Iran	freed five detained Americans and U.S. President Barack Obama granted clemency to at least seven Iranians convicted in U.S. courts
15	1409341	seven Iranians convicted in U.S. courts or awaiting trial. Following is a chronology of major events in relations between the	Iran	and the United States: 1953 - CIA helps orchestrate overthrow of Iran's popular Prime Minister Mohammed Mossadegh, restoring to power the
15	1409371	of Iran's popular Prime Minister Mohammed Mossadegh, restoring to power the Shah, Mohammed Reza Pahlavi. 1957 - The United States and	Iran	sign an agreement on civil nuclear cooperation. 1967 - The United States provides Iran with the Tehran Research Reactor (TRR), a
15	1409384	Reza Pahlavi. 1957 - The United States and Iran sign an agreement on civil nuclear cooperation. 1967 - The United States provides	Iran	with the Tehran Research Reactor (TRR), a 5-megawatt nuclear reactor along with weapons-grade 93 percent enriched uranium fuel
15	1409406	the Tehran Research Reactor (TRR), a 5-megawatt nuclear reactor along with weapons-grade 93 percent enriched uranium fuel. 1968 -	Iran	signs the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) which, when ratified two years later, permits Iran to have a civil nuclear
15	1409421	percent enriched uranium fuel. 1968 - Iran signs the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) which, when ratified two years later, permits	Iran	to have a civil nuclear program in return for a commitment not to acquire nuclear weapons. 1979 - Iran's Islamic Revolution
15	1409492	embassy in Tehran on Nov. 4 and hold staff hostage for 444 days. 1980 - United States cuts diplomatic ties with	Iran	, seizes Iranian assets and bans most trade with it. U.S. hostage rescue mission ordered by President Jimmy Carter fails when
15	1409524	rescue mission ordered by President Jimmy Carter fails when helicopter crashes in sandstorm and eight U.S. servicemen are killed. 1981 -	Iran	releases U.S. hostages minutes after Carter steps down and Ronald Reagan is inaugurated as U.S. president. 1984 - U.S. lists Iran
15	1409544	Iran releases U.S. hostages minutes after Carter steps down and Ronald Reagan is inaugurated as U.S. president. 1984 - U.S. lists	Iran	as a state sponsor of terrorism. 1986 - Reagan reveals secret arms deal with Tehran in violation of U.S. arms embargo
15	1409640	why many Iranians continue to resent this intervention by America in their internal affairs." 2002 - President George W. Bush declares	Iran	, Iraq, North Korea an "axis of evil." U.S. officials accuse Tehran of operating secret nuclear weapons program. -- An Iranian exile
15	1409670	accuse Tehran of operating secret nuclear weapons program. -- An Iranian exile group opposed to the government in Tehran reveals that	Iran	had two previously undisclosed nuclear facilities under construction: a uranium-enrichment plant at Natanz and a heavy water-moderated nuclear
15	1409704	Natanz and a heavy water-moderated nuclear reactor at Arak. 2006 - Washington says willing to join multilateral nuclear talks with	Iran	if it verifiably suspends nuclear enrichment. 2007 May - Iranian Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki and U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice
15	1409745	chat briefly on the sidelines of conference in Egypt. December - A U.S. National Intelligence Estimate assesses with high confidence that	Iran	was working to develop nuclear weapons until the fall of 2003, when it halted weapons work. 2008 - U.S. President George
15	1409789	the first time sends an official, Under Secretary of State Bill Burns, to directly take part in nuclear negotiations with	Iran	in Geneva. 2009 - U.S. President Barack Obama takes office and tells Iran's leaders he would extend a hand if they
15	1409836	the West they were not trying to build a nuclear bomb. 2009 - Britain, France and the United States announce that	Iran	is building a secret uranium-enrichment site at Fordow, near the Shi'ite Muslim holy city of Qom. Iran says it
15	1409854	announce that Iran is building a secret uranium-enrichment site at Fordow, near the Shi'ite Muslim holy city of Qom.	Iran	says it disclosed the site to the U.N. nuclear watchdog earlier in the week. 2009-2012 - Nuclear negotiations between major
15	1409877	disclosed the site to the U.N. nuclear watchdog earlier in the week. 2009-2012 - Nuclear negotiations between major powers and	Iran	largely stall. 2012 - U.S. law goes into effect giving Obama the power to sanction foreign banks, including the central banks
15	1410013	level contact between the two countries in three decades. On Nov. 23, with the groundwork laid by the secret U.S.-	Iran	talks, Iran and six major powers reach an interim pact called the Joint Plan of Action (JPOA) under which Iran
15	1410015	between the two countries in three decades. On Nov. 23, with the groundwork laid by the secret U.S.-Iran talks,	Iran	and six major powers reach an interim pact called the Joint Plan of Action (JPOA) under which Iran agreed to
15	1410033	Iran talks, Iran and six major powers reach an interim pact called the Joint Plan of Action (JPOA) under which	Iran	agreed to curb its nuclear work in return for limited sanctions relief. The six powers are the United States, Britain
15	1410063	limited sanctions relief. The six powers are the United States, Britain, China, France, Germany and Russia. 2015 On July 14,	Iran	and the six powers strike an agreement, under which Iran agreed to take a series of steps, including slashing its
15	1410073	Britain, China, France, Germany and Russia. 2015 On July 14, Iran and the six powers strike an agreement, under which	Iran	agreed to take a series of steps, including slashing its number of centrifuges and disabling a key part of its
15	1410123	U.S., U.N. and EU sanctions. The deal is called the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA). 2016 On Jan. 14,	Iran	releases 10 U.S. sailors, who ended up in Iranian territorial waters on two small boats, less than 24 hours after
15	1410144	releases 10 U.S. sailors, who ended up in Iranian territorial waters on two small boats, less than 24 hours after	Iran	took them into custody. On Jan. 16, the United States and Iran announce a prisoner swap. Four Americans imprisoned in
15	1410156	two small boats, less than 24 hours after Iran took them into custody. On Jan. 16, the United States and	Iran	announce a prisoner swap. Four Americans imprisoned in Iran are freed in return for clemency for at least seven Iranians
15	1410165	took them into custody. On Jan. 16, the United States and Iran announce a prisoner swap. Four Americans imprisoned in	Iran	are freed in return for clemency for at least seven Iranians, most of whom are dual U.S.-Iranian nationals, who
15	1410208	or awaiting trial in the United States. A fifth American is released separately. Later, the International Atomic Energy Agency confirms	Iran	had taken steps to restrict its nuclear activities required under the JCPOA. The United States lifts nuclear-related sanctions on
15	1410229	had taken steps to restrict its nuclear activities required under the JCPOA. The United States lifts nuclear-related sanctions on	Iran	. (Reporting By Arshad Mohammed Editing by Warren Strobel, Mary Milliken and David Gregorio) HENDERSON, Nev., Jan. 17, 2016 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE
15	1412301	of a deranged revolutionary sickness. By arrangement with the Spectator Berlin (AFP) - Three of the four US citizens freed by	Iran	in a prisoner swap arrived in Germany, Secretary of State John Kerry said, where they were expected at an American
15	1412359	after a brief stopover in Geneva. They included The Washington Post's Tehran correspondent Jason Rezaian, who had been detained in	Iran	for nearly 18 months, Christian pastor Saeed Abedini and former US Marine Amir Hekmati. "Today, Jason Rezaian, ... Saeed Abedini, and
15	1412536	their destination was the Ramstein air base in western Germany, where the freed men were expected to undergo medical exams.	Iran	had announced their release on Saturday, just hours before Tehran's historic nuclear deal with world powers was implemented, in exchange
15	1412694	about whom little is known -- elected not to board the plane that left for Switzerland. "Those who wished to depart	Iran	have left," said one official. Another said "it's his free determination where he wants to go." Iranian state television said
15	1412760	former US Marine Hekmati, who faced a death sentence as an alleged spy, welcomed the news that he had left	Iran	. "It is hard to put into words what our family feels right now. But we remain in hopeful anticipation until
15	1412824	Jason and his family is finally over." The 39-year-old Rezaian, who was born in California, was detained in	Iran	on July 22, 2014 on espionage charges. The Post statement thanked those "around the world who have spoken out on
15	1412867	and against the harsh confinement that was so wrongly imposed upon him". The UN nuclear watchdog announced late Saturday that	Iran	had complied with its side of the July 2015 accord, allowing the lifting of sanctions. Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull
15	1413449	and declined to comment further. (Reporting by Morag MacKinnon; Editing by Kim Coghill) Geneva (AFP) - Three US citizens freed by	Iran	in a prisoner swap after more than a year of secret negotiations on Swiss soil are due to arrive in
15	1413498	The Washington Post said that among those on board was its Tehran correspondent Jason Rezaian, who had been detained in	Iran	for nearly 18 months. Iran had announced their release on Saturday, just hours before Tehran's historic nuclear deal with world
15	1413503	among those on board was its Tehran correspondent Jason Rezaian, who had been detained in Iran for nearly 18 months.	Iran	had announced their release on Saturday, just hours before Tehran's historic nuclear deal with world powers was implemented, in exchange
15	1413605	with a (foreign ministry) representative and several doctors on board is bringing back three of the American prisoners detained in	Iran	, along with the mother and wife of one of them," it said. After landing in Switzerland, the freed prisoners, all
15	1413785	Story continues "We can confirm that our detained US citizens have been released and that those who wished to depart	Iran	have left," a senior US official said. The Post reported that the flight out of Iran was delayed because Rezaian's
15	1413801	who wished to depart Iran have left," a senior US official said. The Post reported that the flight out of	Iran	was delayed because Rezaian's mother Mary and wife Yeganeh, who also were on the plane, initially did not appear on
15	1413946	death sentence as an alleged spy, said they had also been officially told he was on a plane out of	Iran	. "It is hard to put into words what our family feels right now. But we remain in hopeful anticipation until
15	1414015	family is finally over." The 39-year-old Rezaian, a dual US-Iranian citizen born in California, was detained in	Iran	on July 22, 2014. The Post statement said the paper was "enormously grateful to all who played a role" in
15	1414116	on Saturday that Switzerland played a "positive role" in the prisoner swap. The UN nuclear watchdog announced late Saturday that	Iran	had complied with its side of the July 2015 accord, allowing the lifting of sanctions. Tehran (AFP) - President Hassan Rouhani
15	1414155	Hassan Rouhani said Sunday that sceptics who had warned a nuclear deal with world powers would not bring benefits to	Iran	"were all proven wrong". "Within a few hours" of the nuclear deal being implemented and sanctions lifted "1,000 lines of
15	1434818	born and raised in California, was seized in his home with his Iranian wife, Yeganeh Salehi, on July 22, 2014,	Iran	had recently extended an interim agreement on its nuclear program with the United States. As the nuclear negotiations continued, Mr
15	1435001	of his imprisonment came in media accounts that accused him of conspiring to improve relations between the United States and	Iran	, something that Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has sworn to prevent. Mr. Rezaians release, and that of fellow Americans Amir Hekmati
15	1435048	is unlikely to alter that policy or Irans transgressions of international law. The International Atomic Energy Agency certified Saturday that	Iran	had complied with the initial requirements of the nuclear deal, including shipping 25,000 pounds of enriched uranium out of the
15	1435123	on the countrys banks and oil industry in advance of parliamentary elections next month. Since the accord was signed, however,	Iran	has twice violated a separate U.N. Security Council resolution prohibiting testing of long-range missiles. It continues to hold at
15	1436339	in Florida and California. From news services At a news conference Sunday, Jan. 17, President Obama describes major developments in	Iran	this week including the release of Washington Post reporter, Jason Rezaian and three others. (The White House) At a news
15	1436370	Rezaian and three others. (The White House) At a news conference Sunday, Jan. 17, President Obama describes major developments in	Iran	this week including the release of Washington Post reporter, Jason Rezaian and three others. (The White House) President Obama on
15	1436398	Post reporter, Jason Rezaian and three others. (The White House) President Obama on Sunday defended his historic nuclear accord with	Iran	as proof that smart, patient and disciplined diplomacy can improve relations with a longtime foe, even as his administration announced
15	1436441	related to Tehrans ballistic-missile program. His declaration followed the lifting of many of the harshest international economic sanctions against	Iran	and confirmation that Iranian authorities had freed imprisoned Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian and four other Americans. The presidents remarks
15	1436594	26 Full Screen Autoplay Close Skip Ad Scenes of arrival, anticipation of Post reporter and two more Americans freed by	Iran	View Photos A historic swap between Iran and the U.S. means the release of long-imprisoned Washington Post reporter Jason
15	1436601	Scenes of arrival, anticipation of Post reporter and two more Americans freed by Iran View Photos A historic swap between	Iran	and the U.S. means the release of long-imprisoned Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian, Christian pastor Saeed Abedini and former
15	1436645	Hekmati. In exchange seven Iranians charged or imprisoned for sanctions violations will be granted clemency. Caption A historic deal between	Iran	and the United States led to the release of long-imprisoned Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian, Christian pastor Saeed Abedini
15	1436827	Even as Obama spoke optimistically of a new era, there were reminders that the relationship between the United States and	Iran	remains dangerous and fraught. Once the flight with the former prisoners was on its way, the administration announced new sanctions
15	1436941	and financial intelligence in the Treasury Department. Some in Congress have criticized Obama for not moving more swiftly to sanction	Iran	for its missile violations. Obama highlighted the ongoing tensions between Iran and the United States. We remain steadfast in opposing
15	1436952	criticized Obama for not moving more swiftly to sanction Iran for its missile violations. Obama highlighted the ongoing tensions between	Iran	and the United States. We remain steadfast in opposing Irans destabilizing behavior elsewhere, Obama said, including its threats against Israel
15	1437040	than before and developing its defensive capabilities. Obama also spoke of Robert Levinson, an American who has been missing in	Iran	for eight years. Levinsons whereabouts are not known, and it is unclear whether he is still alive. A former FBI
15	1437066	are not known, and it is unclear whether he is still alive. A former FBI agent, Levinson was sent to	Iran	by CIA officials who were not authorized to manage overseas operations. Obama said Iran has agreed to deepen coordination as
15	1437080	FBI agent, Levinson was sent to Iran by CIA officials who were not authorized to manage overseas operations. Obama said	Iran	has agreed to deepen coordination as the United States works to find Levinson and reunite him with his wife and
15	1437147	opportunities rather than dwelling on existing tensions. He praised the return of the Americans and the broader nuclear accord with	Iran	as proof of the United States influence in the world and the power of diplomacy. These things are a reminder
15	1437205	and patience, Obama said. America can do and has done big things when we work together. [Why Obama chose the	Iran	talks to take one of his presidencys biggest risks] He cast his approach as a better alternative to the more
15	1437353	least five of the Iranians granted pardons or sentence commutations intend to stay in the United States, their attorneys said.	Iran	confirmed the release of Rezaian and the other American detainees just hours before diplomats in Vienna announced that Iran had
15	1437372	said. Iran confirmed the release of Rezaian and the other American detainees just hours before diplomats in Vienna announced that	Iran	had fulfilled its promises under the nuclear accord. [The key moments in the long history of U.S.-Iran tensions] The
15	1437390	announced that Iran had fulfilled its promises under the nuclear accord. [The key moments in the long history of U.S.-	Iran	tensions] The accord frees Iran from crippling sanctions and potentially offers a pathway for ending the countrys decades-long economic
15	1437395	its promises under the nuclear accord. [The key moments in the long history of U.S.-Iran tensions] The accord frees	Iran	from crippling sanctions and potentially offers a pathway for ending the countrys decades-long economic and diplomatic isolation. The United
15	1437421	offers a pathway for ending the countrys decades-long economic and diplomatic isolation. The United States also agreed to pay	Iran	$1.7 billion to settle a 35-year-old claim on payments for military equipment the United States refused to deliver
15	1437466	and hostage crisis in Tehran. The money has been tied up in a trust fund and in litigation at the	Iran	-U.S. Claims Tribunal in The Hague. U.S. officials cast the settlement as a less-risky alternative to fighting it out
15	1437488	Claims Tribunal in The Hague. U.S. officials cast the settlement as a less-risky alternative to fighting it out with	Iran	in court, where the United States could have been forced to pay billions more in penalties. The big question for
15	1437519	to pay billions more in penalties. The big question for Obama and his successor is whether the United States and	Iran	can build on their fledgling relationship. The long and often-tense negotiations between Kerry and Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad
15	1437571	to keep talking with its longtime foe. Obama said that relationship was essential to freeing American sailors taken captive by	Iran	last week when U.S. officials said they accidentally sailed into Iranian waters. The sailors capture could have sparked an international
15	1437635	the two countries going forward will be as part of long-shot peace talks to settle Syrias bloody civil war.	Iran	has played a critical role in helping Syrian President Bashar al-Assad cling to power and will be essential to
15	1437693	significant risks for Obama, who has touted the deal as among the most significant foreign policy achievements of his presidency.	Iran	could use its $50 billion to $100 billion windfall from the nuclear accord to step up its support for terrorist
15	1437773	deal as caving in to the demands of Irans clerical rulers and have said it doesnt do enough to prevent	Iran	from acquiring a nuclear weapon. Obama insisted that the accord with Iran provides no room for its ruling clerics to
15	1437785	have said it doesnt do enough to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon. Obama insisted that the accord with	Iran	provides no room for its ruling clerics to cheat. If they try to build a bomb covertly, we will catch
15	1437812	clerics to cheat. If they try to build a bomb covertly, we will catch them, he said. In recent weeks,	Iran	has shipped 98 percent of its nuclear fuel out of the country, mothballed thousands of centrifuges used for enriching uranium
15	1437878	weapon, Obama said, it is now a year away. Obama waited to speak Sunday until the American prisoners held by	Iran	had cleared Iranian airspace. After the plane arrived in Germany, Obama telephoned Rezaians brother, Ali Rezaian, at Landstuhl medical center
15	1438148	In the White House, Obama read off each of their names and offered words of praise for their work in	Iran	. He described Rezaian as a courageous journalist who embodies the brave spirit that gives life to the freedom of the
15	1438210	around the world to fight for religious freedom, Obama said. Even critics of the nuclear accord and his outreach to	Iran	should be willing to celebrate their release, Obama said. Today, were united in welcoming home sons and husbands and brothers
15	1438332	how it the America public will react. (Zoeann Murphy/The Washington Post) The day after the historic nuclear accord with	Iran	had been reached, President Obama went to the White House East Room to celebrate. A reporter wanted to know why
15	1438369	wanted to know why he was content to indulge in all the fanfare while four innocent Americans remained imprisoned in	Iran	. The notion that I am content as I celebrate with American citizens languishing in Iranian jails? Obama responded. Thats nonsense
15	1438418	keep working until the prisoners were reunited with their families. Six months later, Obama made good on his pledge when	Iran	released five U.S. citizens Saturday, including Washington Post correspondent Jason Rezaian, who spent 544 days in captivity. It was an
15	1438519	White House had given up too much by granting clemency to seven people charged with violating U.S. trade sanctions against	Iran	. The Obama administration and its allies countered that the diplomatic breakthrough illustrated that the presidents policy of engagement with Iran
15	1438539	Iran. The Obama administration and its allies countered that the diplomatic breakthrough illustrated that the presidents policy of engagement with	Iran	on nuclear issues had begun to produce broader benefits. While the two tracks of negotiations were not directly related, and
15	1438619	reporters in Vienna. For Obama, the release of the American prisoners on the same day that international inspectors certified that	Iran	had met implementation obligations on the nuclear accord and some international sanctions were lifted capped a week in which his
15	1438640	had met implementation obligations on the nuclear accord and some international sanctions were lifted capped a week in which his	Iran	strategy was tested more than once. On Tuesday, just hours before his State of the Union address, Iran apprehended 10
15	1438658	which his Iran strategy was tested more than once. On Tuesday, just hours before his State of the Union address,	Iran	apprehended 10 U.S. Navy sailors who had strayed into Iranian waters. Republicans pounced, suggesting that Tehran was testing, and taunting
15	1438717	address, and the following day, the sailors were released without harm a sharp contrast to a 2007 incident in which	Iran	held 15 British sailors for two weeks. The events suggest that the U.S.-Iran relationship has some degree of momentum
15	1438731	to a 2007 incident in which Iran held 15 British sailors for two weeks. The events suggest that the U.S.-	Iran	relationship has some degree of momentum, said Vali Nasr, dean of the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies. None
15	1438759	Vali Nasr, dean of the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies. None of the gains since the nuclear deal	Iran	participating in the Vienna talks, the release of the prisoners, the release of American sailors is, in and of itself
15	1438903	tying the American prisoners to the nuclear agreement would make it harder to walk away from the nuclear talks if	Iran	was demanding too much. Think about the logic that that creates, Obama said. Suddenly, Iran realizes, You know what? Maybe
15	1438918	from the nuclear talks if Iran was demanding too much. Think about the logic that that creates, Obama said. Suddenly,	Iran	realizes, You know what? Maybe we can get additional concessions out of the Americans by holding these individuals. Administration officials
15	1439044	last year and another with Russia in 2010, when intelligence operatives were released by both sides. The U.S. captives in	Iran	had not committed any crimes and did not have intelligence ties, administration officials said, and Obama mandated that the United
15	1439264	U.S. officials pressed repeatedly for the Americans release. State Department official Brett McGurk, the deputy assistant secretary for Iraq and	Iran	, helped lead the intensive negotiations, officials said. Even as the talks accelerated after the nuclear deal was announced, the path
15	1439355	that the prisoner negotiations would be derailed. The administration delayed the sanctions. If your standard is that the problems with	Iran	will go away, this [nuclear] deal falls woefully short, but it does give you tools to manage problems with Iran
15	1439375	Iran will go away, this [nuclear] deal falls woefully short, but it does give you tools to manage problems with	Iran	better, and the indications this week are that it probably has, said Jon Alterman, a Middle East expert at the
15	1439409	Alterman, a Middle East expert at the Center for Strategic and International Studies. The Obama administration is trying to nudge	Iran	in a constructive direction, Alterman added. The point of the deal is to make Iran a more normal state, both
15	1439424	administration is trying to nudge Iran in a constructive direction, Alterman added. The point of the deal is to make	Iran	a more normal state, both in the way it behaves and the way it is treated in the world. A
15	1439626	persons were Iraqis who had become U.S. citizens. That information also could not be confirmed. [Plane with freed Americans leaves	Iran	; U.S. imposes new sanctions] A report from the pan-Arab satellite channel al-Arabiya said militias had abducted the group
15	1439692	present in the Iraqi capital, but Shiite militias operate as powerful auxiliary forces. Many of those militias are backed by	Iran	. Some analysts who closely follow Iran and its regional proxies suggested Sunday that the abduction of American citizens in Baghdad
15	1439698	Shiite militias operate as powerful auxiliary forces. Many of those militias are backed by Iran. Some analysts who closely follow	Iran	and its regional proxies suggested Sunday that the abduction of American citizens in Baghdad, if true, may have been a
15	1439740	of Iranian power, in particular by hard-liners who opposed the prisoner deal with the United States over the weekend.	Iran	released four Iranian Americans with dual citizenship who were being held in Iranian prisons; the United States offered clemency to
15	1439852	year ago. In that paper, for the Washington Institute for Near East Policy, Smyth wrote that armed groups loyal to	Iran	could soon change their focus from fighting jihadists such as the Islamic State to possibly disrupting U.S. or regional allies
15	1443390	Obama said that all five Americans released had been unjustly detained, and in some cases faced long prison sentences in	Iran	. Those traveling with Rezaian included Saeed Abedini, an Idaho cleric, and former U.S. Marine Amir Hekmati. All are U.S.-Iranian
15	1443445	the administration said opted not to join the flight. A fifth American, student Matthew Trevithick, was separately released and left	Iran	on his own. 1 of 26 Full Screen Autoplay Close Skip Ad Scenes of arrival, anticipation of Post reporter and
15	1443471	26 Full Screen Autoplay Close Skip Ad Scenes of arrival, anticipation of Post reporter and two more Americans freed by	Iran	View Photos A historic deal between Iran and the U.S. means the release of long-imprisoned Washington Post reporter Jason
15	1443478	Scenes of arrival, anticipation of Post reporter and two more Americans freed by Iran View Photos A historic deal between	Iran	and the U.S. means the release of long-imprisoned Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian, Christian pastor Saeed Abedini and former
15	1443522	Hekmati. In exchange seven Iranians charged or imprisoned for sanctions violations will be granted clemency. Caption A historic deal between	Iran	and the United States led to the release of long-imprisoned Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian, Christian pastor Saeed Abedini
15	1443632	to continue. Although the prisoners were released Saturday, the Swiss Air plane that was there to take them out of	Iran	was delayed many hours before takeoff. Administration officials said Obama waited to speak only after their departure was confirmed. Secretary
15	1443698	the flight manifest. The departure was also complicated by flight crew rest rules, he said. Mary Rezaian, who was in	Iran	while her son was put on trial on espionage and related charges, was not officially part of the agreement; she
15	1443848	of the guys on the ground, at a military base, didnt have it on the manifest." [Sanctions are lifted as	Iran	frees 5] Kerry said he told Zarif: Javad, look, its part of the agreement. Shes on the list." He assigned
15	1443961	by Patrick Kennedy, the undersecretary of state for management, and Brett McGurk, the assistant secretary of state for Iraq and	Iran	, who spent 14 months negotiating the prisoner deal. He said the complex arrangement, which also involved U.S. clemency for seven
15	1443991	said the complex arrangement, which also involved U.S. clemency for seven Iranians charged or convicted for violations of sanctions against	Iran	, was hammered out in a dozen meetings he held with Zarif in the months after a nuclear deal negotiated between
15	1444015	in a dozen meetings he held with Zarif in the months after a nuclear deal negotiated between world powers and	Iran	was finalized in July. The deal was formally implemented Saturday. Though Kerry and Zarif had discussed the imprisoned Americans on
15	1444210	19 prisoners, a number that eventually was whittled to seven, all but one of them holding dual U.S.-Iranian citizenship.	Iran	asked for a lot of people, Kerry said. We said no. We said no, we said no, we said no
15	1444305	nuclear agreement was implemented. There was a symmetry here, Kerry said. Not all the seven Iranian prisoners will return to	Iran	, Kerry said. That was determined by U.S. consular officials who visited them in person to ask their preferences, a task
15	1444330	determined by U.S. consular officials who visited them in person to ask their preferences, a task that was mirrored in	Iran	with visits to the American prisoners by consular officials from the Swiss Embassy that represents U.S. interests in Iran. Kerry
15	1444349	in Iran with visits to the American prisoners by consular officials from the Swiss Embassy that represents U.S. interests in	Iran	. Kerry said a written agreement ensures Iran will cooperate with U.S. officials investigating the whereabouts of Robert Levinson, a former
15	1444356	prisoners by consular officials from the Swiss Embassy that represents U.S. interests in Iran. Kerry said a written agreement ensures	Iran	will cooperate with U.S. officials investigating the whereabouts of Robert Levinson, a former FBI agent who disappeared in Iran in
15	1444375	ensures Iran will cooperate with U.S. officials investigating the whereabouts of Robert Levinson, a former FBI agent who disappeared in	Iran	in 2007. Kerry said he has no idea if Levinson is alive or dead. Kerry said he spoke recently with
15	1444410	Kerry said he spoke recently with Levinsons wife, assuring her the United States will continue to search for him, and	Iran	has agreed to cooperate in that search.. We are making our very best effort, taking the last information known regarding
15	1444452	whereabouts, Kerry said. He was absolutely part of every discussion. Kerry said the United States also would continue negotiating with	Iran	over the release of Siamak Namazi, a Dubai-based U.S. citizen who was detained last fall. He is not part
15	1444527	get super complicated by the insertion of this other agency and political dynamics into the mix. . . . But in the end, [	Iran	] worked hard and did the things yesterday they said they would do, and we did things. Kerry said that he
15	1444560	and we did things. Kerry said that he hopes that negotiations for the prisoner deal herald a new day when	Iran	and the United States can iron out their differences at the negotiating table, but he said there are no guarantees
15	1444614	is hidden here. What you see is what you get. People are out and free. We still have problems with	Iran	. None of this wipes away our concerns with Iran. We have to continue to work at those. But you have
15	1444623	get. People are out and free. We still have problems with Iran. None of this wipes away our concerns with	Iran	. We have to continue to work at those. But you have to start somewhere. And this is a beginning. Bahram
15	1444684	REUTERS/Daniel Kramer (Daniel Kramer/Reuters) President Obama offered clemency to seven Iranians charged with violating U.S. trade sanctions against	Iran	as part of a historic prisoner agreement with Iran that freed four Americans Saturday, including Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian
15	1444693	clemency to seven Iranians charged with violating U.S. trade sanctions against Iran as part of a historic prisoner agreement with	Iran	that freed four Americans Saturday, including Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian. The Iranians, six of whom are dual U.S.-Iranian
15	1444759	after assessing that extradition requests were unlikely to be successful, according to a U.S. official. The official also said that	Iran	has committed to continue cooperating with the United States to determine the location of retired FBI agent Robert Levinson, who
15	1444782	to continue cooperating with the United States to determine the location of retired FBI agent Robert Levinson, who disappeared in	Iran	more than nine years ago. Irans semiofficial Fars News Agency released names of the seven individuals. The Department of Justice
15	1444897	Reuters) The three men are Iranian American businessmen who were indicted last year and accused of illegally exporting microelectronics to	Iran	that could aid the countrys nuclear program. Theyre ecstatic, said Androphy. He said the men were told Wednesday that Obama
15	1445214	what we know about who they are. (Jason Aldag/The Washington Post) Androphy said his clients, who were born in	Iran	and naturalized more than five years ago, are now free to travel and would remain in the United States with
15	1445259	drop his lawsuit against the United States for unlawfully seizing his business in Tehran, and he plans to travel to	Iran	to continue his business there, Androphy said. Another Iranian who is part of the deal is Nader Modanlo, a Montgomery
15	1445295	is Nader Modanlo, a Montgomery County businessman who prosecutors said used his aerospace expertise and connections with Russia to help	Iran	launch a satellite for the first time. Modanlo, a U.S. citizen born in Iran and living in Potomac, was sentenced
15	1445309	and connections with Russia to help Iran launch a satellite for the first time. Modanlo, a U.S. citizen born in	Iran	and living in Potomac, was sentenced in 2013 to eight years in prison for conspiring to illegally provide satellite-related
15	1445332	in Potomac, was sentenced in 2013 to eight years in prison for conspiring to illegally provide satellite-related services to	Iran	, in violation of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act and the Iran trade embargo. Modanlo, then 52, was also convicted
15	1445344	conspiring to illegally provide satellite-related services to Iran, in violation of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act and the	Iran	trade embargo. Modanlo, then 52, was also convicted of money-laundering and obstruction of bankruptcy proceedings. Maryland U.S. Attorney Rod
15	1445404	equipped with a camera was launched into space from Russia on Oct. 27, 2005. Modanlo violated the law by helping	Iran	launch communications satellites, Rosenstein said. A jury convicted Modanlo, finding that he illegally facilitated a satellite deal between Iran and
15	1445423	helping Iran launch communications satellites, Rosenstein said. A jury convicted Modanlo, finding that he illegally facilitated a satellite deal between	Iran	and Russia and received a $10 million brokering fee. Mr. Modanlo has been fighting to clear his name for nearly
15	1445502	Parkville, Md., had been indicted on charges of conspiring to export and exporting U.S.-manufactured industrial products and services to	Iran	. In a five-count indictment, Saboonchi, who has been imprisoned in Petersburg, Va., was charged with creating a business, Ace
15	1445534	Petersburg, Va., was charged with creating a business, Ace Electric, for the purpose of obtaining goods to be sent to	Iran	. An attorney now representing Modanlo, Kelly Kramer, declined to comment. Outlaw, who now represents Saboonchi, said in an e-mail
15	1445790	linked to his involvement in a scheme to purchase marine navigation equipment and military electronic equipment for illegal export to	Iran	. The defendants used a front company to illegally send U.S. goods and technologies, including those used in military applications to
15	1445811	The defendants used a front company to illegally send U.S. goods and technologies, including those used in military applications to	Iran	, Assistant Attorney General for National Security John P. Carlin said after the conviction. Ellis M. Johnston III, Ghahreman's attorney, said
15	1445886	family on the East Coast, reunite with his girlfriend on the West Coast and "hopefully visit his elderly parents in	Iran	, whom he hasn't seen in years since this case began." "Mr. Ghahreman and his family are extremely relieved by his
15	1446098	back to work for his Houston-based company Smart Power, though he noted that Mechanic also has a company in	Iran	. Johnston said his client, Ghahreman, is a U.S. citizen who has lived and worked in the U.S. for the last
15	1446304	are. (Jason Aldag/The Washington Post) A plane carrying Washington Post correspondent Jason Rezaian and two other Americans released by	Iran	landed in Germany on Sunday, a day after the implementation of a landmark agreement on Irans nuclear program. In a
15	1446428	he added: Im a hell of a lot better than I was 48 hours ago. Once the Americans had left	Iran	aboard a Swiss aircraft, the Obama administration announced new sanctions related to participation in Irans ballistic missile program. The sanctions
15	1446545	While the freed Americans were airborne, President Obama hailed the implementation of the nuclear agreement and the prisoner deal with	Iran	that led to their release. In televised remarks Sunday morning from the White House, he said that although profound differences
15	1446789	he was allowed to read while in prison facing trial for spying. President Obama said despite diplomatic progress made with	Iran	, there remain "profound differences" between the U.S. and Iran. He announced new sanctions on Iranians involved in ballistic missile program
15	1446798	trial for spying. President Obama said despite diplomatic progress made with Iran, there remain "profound differences" between the U.S. and	Iran	. He announced new sanctions on Iranians involved in ballistic missile program. (The White House) Rezaians health was reported to have
15	1446914	is not yet clear how long he will spend at the military hospital in Landstuhl. [Transcript of Obamas remarks on	Iran	nuclear deal and prisoner swap] In Tehran, President Hassan Rouhani told the Iranian parliament that the end of nuclear-related
15	1446954	related sanctions marks a turning point for the country. He later proclaimed in a news conference that financial institutions in	Iran	would be able to reengage the banks of the world for financial and monetary purposes. U.S. and European officials lifted
15	1447018	curtail key parts of its nuclear program. Hours before diplomats in Vienna heralded the official activation of the nuclear deal,	Iran	confirmed the release of Rezaian and the other American detainees, set free in exchange for U.S. clemency offered to seven
15	1447225	3 Americans] We can confirm that our detained U.S. citizens have been released and that those who wished to depart	Iran	have left, a senior administration official said. We have no further information to share at this time and would ask
15	1447267	everyone respect the privacy of these individuals and their families. A fifth American was released in a separate gesture by	Iran	and left Iran individually before the plane carrying the three Americans departed. In his remarks Sunday from the Cabinet Room
15	1447270	privacy of these individuals and their families. A fifth American was released in a separate gesture by Iran and left	Iran	individually before the plane carrying the three Americans departed. In his remarks Sunday from the Cabinet Room of the White
15	1447337	the Iranian people, adding: He embodies the brave spirit that gives life to the freedom of the press. Obama said	Iran	has agreed to deepen our coordination in trying to locate former FBI agent Robert Levinson, who disappeared while visiting Irans
15	1447393	charged with terrorism or any violent offenses, the president said. He described their release as a one-time gesture to	Iran	that reflects U.S. willingness to engage with the country to advance our mutual interests. Although Iranian officials characterized the arrangement
15	1447438	of the seven who were granted clemency six Iranian Americans and one with solely Iranian citizenship were handed over to	Iran	, as in a traditional prisoner swap. Instead, U.S. officials said, they were free to decide individually whether to go to
15	1447459	as in a traditional prisoner swap. Instead, U.S. officials said, they were free to decide individually whether to go to	Iran	. At least five have chosen not to go, according to their lawyers. Calling a recent missile test by Iran a
15	1447478	to Iran. At least five have chosen not to go, according to their lawyers. Calling a recent missile test by	Iran	a violation of its international obligations, Obama said the United States as a result is imposing sanctions on individuals and
15	1447596	nuclear deal and free prisoners cemented a major diplomatic victory for the Obama administration, which won significant nuclear concessions from	Iran	in an effort to defuse an international crisis that threatened to spark a new Middle East war. The agreement also
15	1447618	an effort to defuse an international crisis that threatened to spark a new Middle East war. The agreement also frees	Iran	from crippling economic sanctions and opens the way for ending decades of diplomatic and economic isolation. But the agreement also
15	1447770	Irans supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who wields ultimate political and religious authority in the Shiite Muslim theocracy, has said	Iran	does not want or need nuclear weapons, which he has declared to be forbidden by Islam. Even after the signing
15	1447795	need nuclear weapons, which he has declared to be forbidden by Islam. Even after the signing of the nuclear agreement,	Iran	has not relinquished its aspiration to obtain nuclear weapons,and it will continue to undermine stability in the Middle East
15	1447863	will do everything necessary to safeguard its security and defend itself, he said. Saudi Arabia and other Arab opponents of	Iran	refrained from issuing such critical responses. But officials in Riyadh are deeply skeptical of the nuclear agreement: they fear that
15	1447927	the Saudis view, such a development could affect the conflicts in Yemen, Syria and other countries where Saudi Arabia and	Iran	fierce ideological and strategic rivals use proxies to compete for influence. The nuclear pact calls on Iran to disable key
15	1447944	Saudi Arabia and Iran fierce ideological and strategic rivals use proxies to compete for influence. The nuclear pact calls on	Iran	to disable key nuclear equipment in a deal designed to ensure that the country cannot accumulate enough fissile material to
15	1448039	meant that its now time for all especially Muslim nations to join hands and rid the world of violent extremism.	Iran	is ready. The release of prisoners had not been officially part of negotiations between Iran and the six world powers
15	1448054	the world of violent extremism. Iran is ready. The release of prisoners had not been officially part of negotiations between	Iran	and the six world powers: the United States, Russia, China, Britain, France and Germany. But Kerry frequently raised the plight
15	1448090	Kerry frequently raised the plight of imprisoned U.S. citizens during last years nuclear talks. [Post coverage of Americans detained in	Iran	] The Obama administration had come under heavy criticism for concluding the nuclear accord without winning the release of American detainees
15	1448126	the release of American detainees, including Rezaian, 39, whose 544-day detention was the longest for a Western journalist in	Iran	. White House officials confirmed that the prisoner deal was clinched during months of secret talks that gained momentum in the
15	1448359	statement that he had been held for 40 days in Evin Prison. A senior U.S. official said Trevithick, 30, left	Iran	on Saturday. Abedini is a Christian pastor who had been imprisoned since July 2012 for organizing home churches. Hekmati is
15	1448600	also, or theyre getting some prisoners released. So I have to see what the deal is. Under the nuclear deal,	Iran	is recovering about $50 billion of its money that has been frozen in banks overseas, mostly in Asia, U.S. officials
15	1448653	Week that she was pleased, like I hope everybody is, that we have American citizens coming home this morning from	Iran	. She said she had done a lot of work on these issues when she was secretary of state. But Clinton
15	1457701	kept under house arrest for sometime. Vienna: In a diplomatic breakthrough as implementation of a landmark nuclear deal appeared imminent,	Iran	released four detained Americans in exchange for seven Iranians held or charged in the United States. A fifth American detained
15	1457723	four detained Americans in exchange for seven Iranians held or charged in the United States. A fifth American detained in	Iran	, a student, was released in a move unrelated to the swap, US officials said. Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian, former
15	1457768	pastor Saeed Abedini and Nosratollah Khosravi-Roodsari, whose name had not been previously made public, were to be flown from	Iran	to Switzerland aboard a Swiss aircraft and then transported to a US military hospital in Landstuhl, Germany, for medical treatment
15	1457909	were awaiting trial; the last one made a plea agreement. Its unclear if these individuals will leave the US for	Iran	. They are free to stay in the United States. In addition, the US will drop Interpol red notices essentially arrest
15	1457958	the officials said. The announcement of the exchange came as the International Atomic Energy Agency was close to certifying that	Iran	had met all commitments under the nuclear deal with six world powers. US Secretary of State John Kerry was meeting
15	1458021	certification could come on Saturday. The release of the prisoners and the nuclear deal developments cap weeks of intense US-	Iran	diplomacy that took several unexpected turns after an Iranian ballistic missile test in October and then the detention on Jan
15	1458044	took several unexpected turns after an Iranian ballistic missile test in October and then the detention on Jan. 12 by	Iran	of 10 US Navy sailors and their two boats in the Persian Gulf. The US Treasury had planned to announce
15	1458073	boats in the Persian Gulf. The US Treasury had planned to announce new sanctions the last week of December against	Iran	for violating prohibitions against ballistic missile tests, US officials said. But Zarif warned that the new penalties could kill the
15	1458206	nuclear deal. Then, on Tuesday, shortly before President Barack Obama was to deliver his final State of the Union address,	Iran	detained the US sailors and their boats. The sailors were released in less than 24 hours after Kerry intervened with
15	1458267	Through a diplomatic channel that was established with the focus of getting our detained US citizens home, we can confirm	Iran	has released from imprisonment four Americans detained in Iran, one of the US officials said. Frederick J Ryan Jr., publisher
15	1458276	focus of getting our detained US citizens home, we can confirm Iran has released from imprisonment four Americans detained in	Iran	, one of the US officials said. Frederick J Ryan Jr., publisher of The Washington Post, said in a statement, We
15	1458325	Jason Rezaian has been released from Evin Prison. Once we receive more details and can confirm Jason has safely left	Iran	, we will have more to share. Hekmatis family released a statement saying: We thank everyone for your thoughts during this
15	1458373	this point, we are hoping and praying for Amirs long-awaited return. Trevithick, the student from Hingham, Massachusetts, went to	Iran	in September for a four-month language program at an institute associated with Tehran University, his family said in a
15	1458423	in Evin Prison, but gave no reason for his detention. The negotiations over the American detainees grew out of the	Iran	nuclear talks. In discussions in Europe and elsewhere, Kerry and nuclear negotiator Wendy Sherman were able to establish a separate
15	1458632	place. Democratic candidate Bernie Sanders praised diplomacy as the key to solving the detainee issue. Robert Levinson, who disappeared in	Iran	in 2007 while working for the CIA on an unapproved intelligence mission, wasnt part of the deal. American officials are
15	1458681	still alive. The Iranians have always denied knowing his location. Levinsons case was aggressively pursued, the officials said, adding that	Iran	has committed to continue cooperating in trying to determine Levinsons whereabouts. The exchange also didnt cover Siamak Namazi, an Iranian
15	1458709	to determine Levinsons whereabouts. The exchange also didnt cover Siamak Namazi, an Iranian-American businessman who advocated better ties between	Iran	and the US He was reportedly arrested in October. According to the official IRNA news agency, the seven freed Iranians
15	1458773	lawyer for Mechanic, who has been jailed since his indictment last April on charges of illegally exporting microelectronics technology to	Iran	, said his client was elated to be pardoned. Hes been incarcerated for nine months for a crime that hes just
15	1460311	with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accusing Tehran of still seeking nuclear military capabilities, destabilising the region and spreading terrorism globally.	Iran	will continue to destabilise the Middle East and spread terrorism throughout the world, Prime Minister Netanyahu's office warned after world
15	1460338	East and spread terrorism throughout the world, Prime Minister Netanyahu's office warned after world powers decided to lift sanctions against	Iran	over its nuclear programme. "Israel will continue to monitor Iran's negative activities and will take all necessary measures to maintain
15	1460372	will take all necessary measures to maintain its security and defend itself," the Prime Minister's Office said. It warned that "	Iran	has not abandoned its aspirations to acquire nuclear weapons and continues to destabilise the Middle East and spread terrorism throughout
15	1460400	nuclear weapons and continues to destabilise the Middle East and spread terrorism throughout the world." The historic nuclear accord between	Iran	and six major powers, struck in July last year, entered into force on Saturday as the UN confirmed that Tehran
15	1460447	tried to prevent the accord, arguing the deal would not stop Tehran from developing an atomic weapon if it wished.	Iran	has always denied the charge that it was seeking to build a nuclear bomb. Unless there is an appropriate response
15	1460480	nuclear bomb. Unless there is an appropriate response to each Iranian violation of its deal with the six world powers "	Iran	will surmise that it can continue to develop nukes, destabilise the region and spread terror," the prime minister's office warned
15	1460519	office warned. Israeli Public Security Minister Gilad Erdan said the deal's implementation marks "a new and dangerous time in which	Iran	is free of most economic sanctions without having to stop its nuclear plan and without having to give explanations about
15	1460553	and without having to give explanations about its military activity as it had to in the past." Erdan alleged that	Iran	continues supplying arms to Hezbollah, Hamas and other terrorist groups, intervening in Gulf States' internal affairs and violating UN Security
15	1460595	decisions about developing ballistic missiles. "This is a difficult day for all the countries in the region, which hoped that	Iran	will not be able to obtain nuclear weapons and stop its negative intervention in the area," he was quoted as
15	1460723	nuclear threat and the threat of terror." Yisrael Beytenu chairman Avigdor Liberman called it "symbolic" that shortly after sanctions on	Iran	are lifted, Tehran plans to hold a Holocaust caricature contest on January 27, International Holocaust Remembrance Day. "While Iran is
15	1460742	on Iran are lifted, Tehran plans to hold a Holocaust caricature contest on January 27, International Holocaust Remembrance Day. "While	Iran	is busy with Holocaust denial, the whole world is living in denial and repressing the results of their agreement with
15	1460763	is busy with Holocaust denial, the whole world is living in denial and repressing the results of their agreement with	Iran	, which will be incredibly similar to the Munich Agreement and the accord signed with North Korea," Liberman wrote on Facebook
15	1461672	the final political and diplomatic settlement of the Iranian nuclear issue. Wang's remarks came after the European Union (EU) and	Iran	on Saturday jointly made an announcement of the "implementation day" of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), the historic
15	1461713	nuclear deal reached last July. Also on Saturday, US President Barack Obama signed an executive order to lift sanctions on	Iran	related to its nuclear programme. UN nuclear agency IAEA (International Atomic Energy Agency) said it has verified that Iran has
15	1461732	on Iran related to its nuclear programme. UN nuclear agency IAEA (International Atomic Energy Agency) said it has verified that	Iran	has done all the steps to address world concerns in scaling back its nuclear plan, including freezing much of its
15	1461791	celebrating", state-run Xinhua news agency quoted Wang as saying, who noted that China appreciates the work has done by	Iran	and the P5+1, namely Britain, China, France, Russia and the United States plus Germany. All sides have shown firm
15	1461851	in the coming decade to "create history again". According to the JCPOA, all of the nuclear-related sanctions imposed on	Iran	will be removed if the country is proved to abide by the deal over the next ten years step-by
15	1476242	more just, equitable and effective. Chinese President Xi Jinping will kick off his state visits to Saudi Arabia, Egypt and	Iran	. Xis visit, in spite of the unprecedented undulation in Middle East, will inject confidence into peace and development of the
15	1476297	As his first overseas visit in 2016, Xis Middle East trip, especially amid the high tension between Saudi Arabia and	Iran	, will last from January 19 to 23. Saudi Arabia is Chinas largest trading partner and crude oil supplier in the
15	1476339	of West Asia and Africa; Egypt is the first Arab and African country that established diplomatic ties with China whereas	Iran	is a major Middle East nation with strategic significance, said the article on the linkage between China and the three
15	1477430	this route in early August. Saudi Arabia leads a collapse of stocks markets across the Middle East a day after	Iran	emerges from decades of sanctions, allowing the country to ramp up oil production, Press TV reported. Saudi index on Saturday
15	1477567	raising output to record levels in a bid to put the shale oil out of the market or possibly pressure	Iran	and Russia with their balance sheets. On Saturday, while all seven stock markets in Persian Gulf states tumbled, the Iranian
15	1477629	since the start of the year. The dramatic moves came after the US, the UN and Europe removed sanctions on	Iran	, allowing the country to move ahead with its bid to redeem its share of the oil market with stepped-up
15	1477661	its share of the oil market with stepped-up production. In a televised address on Saturday, President Hassan Rouhani said	Iran	plans to attract at least $30 billion in foreign direct investment over the next five years. Deputy Petroleum Minister Amir
15	1477712	crude oil exports by 500,000 barrels a day (bpd). "With consideration to global market conditions and the surplus that exists,	Iran	is ready to raise its crude oil exports by 500,000 barrels a day," he said. In the Persian Gulf states
15	1478358	a six-party commitment to deeper cooperation through regular "C5+1" format meetings. Deputy governor of the Central Bank of	Iran	said that Iran's blocked accounts in foreign banks will be reopened as of Monday, paving the path for transferring country's
15	1478382	blocked accounts in foreign banks will be reopened as of Monday, paving the path for transferring country's monetary assets to	Iran	. Gholamali Kamyab who was speaking in a press conference said in response to IRNA reporter's question on the reason for
15	1478483	the state order, the applicants for receiving foreign currencies can receive monetary coverage through Muscat Bank of Oman and the	Iran	and Europe Bank. He said that a huge number of letters of credit were opened on the first day of
15	1478592	reiterated that after this development offering banking services both to the commercial and to the non-commercial clients is possible. '	Iran	has a large market and that is the reason why the foreign banks are very eager to cooperate with our
15	1478646	can earn good benefits,' added the CBI top official. He said that once the world's major banks were working with	Iran	and today, too, we expect the same to happen, adding that some of them have already contacted the CBI. Baku
15	1478702	Agency (IAEA) Yukia Amano will pay an official visit to Tehran Jan. 17, Spokesman of the Atomic Energy Organization of	Iran	(AEOI) Behrouz Kamalvandi said. Amano will meet with senior Iranian officials including Iranian President Hassan Rouhani and the head of
15	1478728	will meet with senior Iranian officials including Iranian President Hassan Rouhani and the head of the Atomic Energy Organization of	Iran	Ali Akbar Salehi, Kamalvandi said, Iran's state IRINN TV reported Jan. 17. Amano has been officially invited by Iran to
15	1478747	of Iran Ali Akbar Salehi, Kamalvandi said, Iran's state IRINN TV reported Jan. 17. Amano has been officially invited by	Iran	to pay a visit, Kamalvandi said, adding the IAEA head will meet with President Rouhani on Jan. 18. The Iranian
15	1478816	commitments under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA, aka nuclear deal) with Iranian officials. The international sanctions imposed on	Iran	with regard to its nuclear program have been removed as the JCPOA entered the implementation phase on Jan. 16. Iran
15	1478836	Iran with regard to its nuclear program have been removed as the JCPOA entered the implementation phase on Jan. 16.	Iran	and the P5+1 group of countries (the US, France, the UK, Germany, China, and Russia) in July 2015 agreed
15	1478880	deal to curb Tehran's sensitive nuclear activities in return for the lifting of international sanctions on the Islamic Republic. Tehran,	Iran	, January 17 By Mehdi Sepahvand -- Trend: Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has appeared in a press conference to address the Implementation
15	1478914	a press conference to address the Implementation Day of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA). With the nuclear deal,	Iran	has proven to be in possession of a greater power, which is that of diplomacy, he said, Trend correspondent reported
15	1478945	which is that of diplomacy, he said, Trend correspondent reported January 17. The president noted that with the nuclear deal,	Iran	has become free from the pressure from 6 resolutions by UN Security Council and 12 by the International Atomic Energy
15	1479038	Today is a new era of our relations with the world," Rouhani said Situation is ripe for welcoming entrepreneurs and	Iran	needs private sector to be active to attract foreign investment, he added. The president said the government expects next year
15	1479082	hit a minimum of 5 percent. He pointed out in the meantime 150 foreign companies from 50 countries have visited	Iran	. Rouhani further said that the JCPOA means hurdles can be removed on the way of US investment in Iran. On
15	1479101	visited Iran. Rouhani further said that the JCPOA means hurdles can be removed on the way of US investment in	Iran	. On the prospect of the US violating the JCPOA, he said it does not matter what US government, they are
15	1479314	Day. "That is not how a neighbor should behave," the president stressed. He also said the JCPOA does not make	Iran	trust the US and if the US violated the deal, Iran will act accordingly. "Iran has not, won't have much
15	1479325	stressed. He also said the JCPOA does not make Iran trust the US and if the US violated the deal,	Iran	will act accordingly. "Iran has not, won't have much economic relations with US. Of course Iran is prepared for US
15	1479329	the JCPOA does not make Iran trust the US and if the US violated the deal, Iran will act accordingly. "	Iran	has not, won't have much economic relations with US. Of course Iran is prepared for US investment and tech." Asked
15	1479341	US violated the deal, Iran will act accordingly. "Iran has not, won't have much economic relations with US. Of course	Iran	is prepared for US investment and tech." Asked about his view of China prior to Chinese President Xi Jinping visit
15	1479363	prepared for US investment and tech." Asked about his view of China prior to Chinese President Xi Jinping visit to	Iran	, Rouhani thanked China and other countries that preserved their extensive ties with Iran during sanctions era. "Iran and China can
15	1479376	to Chinese President Xi Jinping visit to Iran, Rouhani thanked China and other countries that preserved their extensive ties with	Iran	during sanctions era. "Iran and China can further expand their strategic ties and remain great economic partners," the president stated
15	1479380	Jinping visit to Iran, Rouhani thanked China and other countries that preserved their extensive ties with Iran during sanctions era. "	Iran	and China can further expand their strategic ties and remain great economic partners," the president stated. "Today we started to
15	1479405	expand their strategic ties and remain great economic partners," the president stated. "Today we started to sell more oil, but	Iran	needs to work on nonoil exports as well," he said in another part of his speech. On his upcoming trip
15	1479451	and energy will be discussed and a number of MoUs will be signed. Iraqi Prime Minister Haider Al-Abadi felicitated	Iran	on the withdrawal of sanctions and start of implementation of the nuclear Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) on Sunday
15	1479487	of Action (JCPOA) on Sunday, IRNA reported. 'We present our most heart-felt felicitations to the people and government of	Iran	over the removal of economic sanctions and start of implementation of the articles of the nuclear agreement,' read a statement
15	1479608	strict ban in the country. Although Iranian officials have blocked the website; users accessed YouTube through various internet providers in	Iran	on Jan. 16 night, Mehr news agency reported on Jan. 17. A group of Iranian social media users have speculated
15	1479657	in connection with the removal of international sanctions on the Islamic Republic over its nuclear program. Over the past years	Iran	has banned several social media networks such as Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. However some Iranian users managed to log into
15	1480339	the act of violence so far. The Chinese government on Sunday welcomed the implementation of the nuclear deal finalized by	Iran	and six world powers in July 2015, known as the JCPOA, describing it as a "positive message to the international
15	1480458	International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)". "Seizing this opportunity of important progress, Japan will further strengthen the historically friendly relationship with	Iran	," Kishida stressed, Sputnik reported. IAEA late on Saturday released a statement and confirmed Iran's commitment to the Joint Comprehensive Plan
15	1480529	of the agreement has officially been started. The US Department of the Treasury says it has imposed new sanctions on	Iran	for its ballistic missile program, Press TV reported. The Treasury Department made the announcement in a statement issued on Sunday
15	1480626	to deceive foreign suppliers," the statement said, adding that the five people had "worked to procure ballistic missile components for	Iran	." "Iran's ballistic missile program poses a significant threat to regional and global security, and it will continue to be subject
15	1480750	IRGC packed with Emad missiles. On Saturday, US President Barack Obama signed an executive order lifting US economic sanctions on	Iran	. Obama's move came after the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) verified that Iran has implemented its commitments made in the
15	1480763	executive order lifting US economic sanctions on Iran. Obama's move came after the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) verified that	Iran	has implemented its commitments made in the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), and announced to remove international economic sanctions
15	1480787	commitments made in the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), and announced to remove international economic sanctions against the country.	Iran	and the P5+1 - the United States, France, Britain, Russia, China and Germany - finalized the text of the JCPOA in
15	1484104	Keywords: Short link: The European Commission will undertake a first "technical assessment mission" in February to explore energy ties with	Iran	following the lifting of international sanctions, European Climate and Energy Commissioner Miguel Arias Canete said on Sunday. Late on Saturday
15	1484138	Canete said on Sunday. Late on Saturday, the European Union, the United Nations and the United States lifted sanctions on	Iran	, opening the door to closer EU-Iran energy cooperation. The EU executive is particularly keen to develop Iranian supplies as
15	1484145	the European Union, the United Nations and the United States lifted sanctions on Iran, opening the door to closer EU-	Iran	energy cooperation. The EU executive is particularly keen to develop Iranian supplies as an alternative to Russia, whose powerful role
15	1484195	oil and gas has divided the bloc. "A first technical assessment mission in the field of energy to the country (	Iran	) will take place at the beginning of February," Arias Canete said in a statement. An EU official, speaking on condition
15	1484247	initial four-day technical visit and after that, high-level Commission staff, possibly with a business delegation, would travel to	Iran	. Arias Canete said potential areas for cooperation included all areas of energy -- nuclear, oil, gas, renewable energy and energy efficiency
15	1484843	Hassan Rouhani said Sunday that sceptics who had warned a nuclear deal with world powers would not bring benefits to	Iran	"were all proven wrong". "Within a few hours" of the nuclear deal being implemented and sanctions lifted "1,000 lines of
15	1485293	with the matter. The US Treasury Department blacklisted the UAE-based Mabrooka Trading, and its owner Hossein Pournaghshband for helping	Iran	produce carbon fiber for its ballistic missile program. Financial institutions and companies are barred from dealing with those on the
15	1485350	it will continue to be subject to international sanctions," acting Under Secretary for Terrorism and Financial Intelligence Adam Szubin said.	Iran	conducted a precision-guided ballistic missile test capable of delivering a nuclear warhead, violating a United Nations ban last October
15	1485380	delivering a nuclear warhead, violating a United Nations ban last October. Search Keywords: Short link: Three US citizens freed by	Iran	in a prisoner swap after more than a year of secret negotiations on Swiss soil are due to arrive in
15	1485431	with a (foreign ministry) representative and several doctors on board is bringing back three of the American prisoners detained in	Iran	, along with the mother and wife of one of them," the ministry said in a statement. After landing in Switzerland
15	1485529	Hekmati and a fourth man named Nosratollah Khosravi. Khosravi, an Iranian-American about whom little is known, did not leave	Iran	. A fifth American, identified as language student Matt Trevithick, had already left the country as part of a separate release
15	1485570	a US official said. Search Keywords: Short link: President Obama on Sunday heralded the release of Americans held prisoner in	Iran	and the full implementation of a historic nuclear accord with the country, holding both up as a victory for "smart
15	1485618	deal directly with enemies of the United States. Within a few hours after the president spoke, three Americans released by	Iran	arrived in Germany. "This is a good day," Obama said in a statement from the White House. "When Americans are
15	1485683	back-to-back the release of five imprisoned Americans and the termination of billions of dolalrs in international sanctions on	Iran	as part of the nuclear accord. Yet underscoring the strain that continues to exist between the U.S. and Iran, the
15	1485702	on Iran as part of the nuclear accord. Yet underscoring the strain that continues to exist between the U.S. and	Iran	, the Obama administration also announced new penalties Sunday on 11 individuals and entities involved in Tehran's ballistic missile program. "We
15	1485759	it." For Obama, the diplomatic breakthroughs are a validation of his early promise to deal directly with nations such as	Iran	, one that his political opponents continue to staunchly oppose. The U.S. and Iran broke off diplomatic relations after the 1979
15	1485772	to deal directly with nations such as Iran, one that his political opponents continue to staunchly oppose. The U.S. and	Iran	broke off diplomatic relations after the 1979 hostage-taking at the U.S. Embassy in Tehran. "America can do and has
15	1485829	it safer and more secure." The nuclear talks have brought a sense of normalcy to relations with the U.S. and	Iran	, with top officials from each country in somewhat regular communication. While Obama emphasized that the U.S. continues to have deep
15	1485941	of them held in Switzerland, and they were driven by concerns that the Americans potentially faced many years in prison.	Iran	also agreed to work to locate American Robert Levinson, who vanished during a trip to Iran in 2007. In a
15	1485957	many years in prison. Iran also agreed to work to locate American Robert Levinson, who vanished during a trip to	Iran	in 2007. In a reciprocal move, Obama said that six Iranian-Americans and one Iranian serving sentences or awaiting trial
15	1486006	were not charged with terrorism or any violent offenses. "They're civilians, and their release is a one-time gesture to	Iran	given the unique opportunity offered by this moment and the larger circumstances at play," Obama said. Within hours of the
15	1486072	range ballistic missile. U.N. experts said in a report in December that the missile test in October violated sanctions banning	Iran	from launches capable of delivering nuclear weapons. A U.S. Treasury official said Iran's ballistic missile program poses "a significant threat
15	1486108	program poses "a significant threat to regional and global security." In another development Sunday, Obama announced that the U.S. and	Iran	had settled a long-standing financial dispute over $400 million in Iranian money that dates back more than three decades
15	1486129	had settled a long-standing financial dispute over $400 million in Iranian money that dates back more than three decades.	Iran	also got $1.3 billion in interest, which Obama said was much less than it had sought. Administration officials said the
15	1486178	billions of dollars more if the case had continued. The Associated Press A Swiss plane carrying American prisoners released by	Iran	has landed in Geneva, a US official said on Sunday. "Overwhelmed to greet Jason #Rezaian, his wife, Yegi, mother, Mary
15	1486208	Sunday. "Overwhelmed to greet Jason #Rezaian, his wife, Yegi, mother, Mary + Saeed #Abedini + Amir #Hekmati to #Geneva after safely departing #	Iran	," senior US diplomat Brett McGurk wrote on Twitter. Moments earlier, an AFP reporter at Geneva airport saw a Swiss air
15	1486260	official US aircraft was stationed. The Swiss foreign ministry earlier announced that three of the four US citizens freed by	Iran	in a prisoner swap after more than a year of secret negotiations on Swiss soil were due to arrive in
15	1486321	The Washington Post said that among those on board was its Tehran correspondent Jason Rezaian, who had been detained in	Iran	for nearly 18 months. The other two were understood to be Saeed Abedini, a Christian pastor, and former US Marine
15	1486399	is known -- elected not to board the plane that flew the three others to Switzerland. "Those who wished to depart	Iran	have left," said one official. Another said "it's his free determination where he wants to go." Iran had announced the
15	1486416	wished to depart Iran have left," said one official. Another said "it's his free determination where he wants to go."	Iran	had announced the prisoner releases on Saturday, just hours before Tehran's historic nuclear deal with world powers was implemented, in
15	1487668	to fall on Sunday in line with regional markets as global oil prices hit new lows after economic sanctions on	Iran	were officially lifted. Egypt's main EGX30 index was down 1.66 percent at the end of the session to reach 5,760
15	1487824	low of $29 over the weekend in anticipation of the worsening of a global supply glut with increased production from	Iran	. The oil-producing Iran has said that it plans to export an additional 500,000 extra barrels of crude oil a
15	1487828	the weekend in anticipation of the worsening of a global supply glut with increased production from Iran. The oil-producing	Iran	has said that it plans to export an additional 500,000 extra barrels of crude oil a day in the short
15	1489056	with the matter. The U.S. Treasury Department blacklisted the UAE-based Mabrooka Trading, and its owner Hossein Pournaghshband for helping	Iran	produce carbon fiber for its ballistic missile program. Financial institutions and companies are barred from dealing with those on the
15	1489113	it will continue to be subject to international sanctions, acting Under Secretary for Terrorism and Financial Intelligence Adam Szubin said.	Iran	conducted a precision-guided ballistic missile test capable of delivering a nuclear warhead, violating a United Nations ban last October
15	1489135	a precision-guided ballistic missile test capable of delivering a nuclear warhead, violating a United Nations ban last October. Reuters	Iran	swaps detained Washington Post reporter: TV 2016-01-16 23:58 TEHRAN -- Iran released the detained Iranian-American Washington Post
15	1489148	a United Nations ban last October. Reuters Iran swaps detained Washington Post reporter: TV 2016-01-16 23:58 TEHRAN --	Iran	released the detained Iranian-American Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian on Saturday as part of prisoner swap, Iran's state IRINN
15	1489206	with dual nationals. "In line with the order of Iran's Supreme National Security Council and the interests of the country,	Iran	has released four Iranian dual-national prisoners as a part of prisoners swap," the announcement said. An informed source told
15	1489303	in the past years in the country on espionage charges and propagating against the Islamic establishment. The announcement came as	Iran	and the world powers are expected to announce the "implementation" of July historic deal on the former's disputed nuclear program
15	1489887	Javad Zarif on what is expected to be "implementation day," the day the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) verifies that	Iran	has met all conditions under the nuclear deal, in Vienna January 16, 2016. [Photo/Agencies] VIENNA -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad
15	1489937	on Saturday came together in Vienna to fix the final details for the implementation of comprehensive nuclear deal. Differences between	Iran	and US over Tehran's long term uranium enrichment research plan still need to be resolved, a source told Xinhua on
15	1490007	over Iran's compliance of the nuclear deal which would trigger the comprehensive relief of nuclear-related sanctions imposed on Tehran,	Iran	and EU are also expected to give a joint statement over the implementation of the deal. "All oppressive sanctions imposed
15	1490029	EU are also expected to give a joint statement over the implementation of the deal. "All oppressive sanctions imposed against	Iran	will be annulled today," Zarif told Iranian Media upon his arrival in Vienna earlier Saturday. It is clear that both
15	1490112	enough time to react once the Tehran shows incompliance of the deal. Under the deal reached in July last year,	Iran	agreed to significantly scale back its nuclear program in exchange for the sanction relief, while giving more transparency of its
15	1494861	exchange for curbs on its nuclear programme. Hours earlier, his transport minister Abbas Akhoondi told the Tasnim news agency that	Iran	intended to buy 114 civil aircraft from Airbus (AIR.PA) - a deal that could be worth more than $10 billion at
15	1494896	worth more than $10 billion at catalogue prices. Airbus said on Saturday it had not yet held commercial talks with	Iran	, and businesses operating in the Islamic republic will continue to face big obstacles for the foreseeable future. Risks include indebted
15	1494938	banks, a primitive legal system, corruption and an inflexible labour market. Many foreign companies will remain wary of investing in	Iran	because of concern that the sanctions could "snap back" if Tehran is later found not to be complying with the
15	1495029	economy for most of this decade - on banking, money transfers, insurance, trade, transport and procurement of technology. This will allow	Iran	to satisfy pent-up demand for goods and services that it had trouble obtaining at affordable prices under sanctions, from
15	1495065	affordable prices under sanctions, from aircraft to factory machinery, medicines and some consumer goods such as cosmetics and branded clothing.	Iran	will immediately have more money to pay for imports, as the government gains access to tens of billions of dollars
15	1495141	much smaller at $29 billion, but that would by itself still cover several months of imports of goods and services.	Iran	will also gain financial strength from an increase in oil exports, as it becomes able to sell freely into the
15	1495194	to repair ageing oil facilities, mean the rise in revenues may initially be small. Rouhani told parliament on Sunday that	Iran	aimed to attract $30-50 billion of foreign capital in the next five years to boost annual economic growth, now
15	1495353	exchange for curbs on its nuclear program. Hours earlier, his transport minister Abbas Akhoondi told the Tasnim news agency that	Iran	intended to buy 114 civil aircraft from Airbus <AIR.PA> - a deal that could be worth more than $10 billion at
15	1495388	worth more than $10 billion at catalog prices. Airbus said on Saturday it had not yet held commercial talks with	Iran	, and businesses operating in the Islamic republic will continue to face big obstacles for the foreseeable future. Risks include indebted
15	1495430	banks, a primitive legal system, corruption and an inflexible labor market. Many foreign companies will remain wary of investing in	Iran	because of concern that the sanctions could "snap back" if Tehran is later found not to be complying with the
15	1495521	economy for most of this decade - on banking, money transfers, insurance, trade, transport and procurement of technology. This will allow	Iran	to satisfy pent-up demand for goods and services that it had trouble obtaining at affordable prices under sanctions, from
15	1495557	affordable prices under sanctions, from aircraft to factory machinery, medicines and some consumer goods such as cosmetics and branded clothing.	Iran	will immediately have more money to pay for imports, as the government gains access to tens of billions of dollars
15	1495633	much smaller at $29 billion, but that would by itself still cover several months of imports of goods and services.	Iran	will also gain financial strength from an increase in oil exports, as it becomes able to sell freely into the
15	1495686	to repair ageing oil facilities, mean the rise in revenues may initially be small. Rouhani told parliament on Sunday that	Iran	aimed to attract $30-50 billion of foreign capital in the next five years to boost annual economic growth, now
15	1495840	of Iranian industry may have been idled by the sanctions; some of this will now start coming on line as	Iran	seeks to regain export markets. That could shift the balance of economic power in the Gulf. Over the past decade
15	1495862	to regain export markets. That could shift the balance of economic power in the Gulf. Over the past decade, as	Iran	has labored under sanctions, trade and investment flows have favored the Gulf Arab oil exporters, including Saudi Arabia's $650 billion
15	1495902	billion economy. Growth in the Gulf states is now slowing as their state finances are damaged by low oil prices.	Iran	, with a much more diverse economy that includes big non-oil sectors such as agriculture and car manufacturing, could begin
15	1495973	the ground that may be recovered. U.S. companies look set to lag rivals from other countries in restoring trade with	Iran	, because Washington will retain broad sanctions that predate the nuclear crisis and were imposed over other issues such as terrorism
15	1496002	the nuclear crisis and were imposed over other issues such as terrorism and human rights abuses. But U.S. business with	Iran	may still increase, after the U.S. Treasury said on Saturday that it would permit foreign subsidiaries of American companies to
15	1496025	increase, after the U.S. Treasury said on Saturday that it would permit foreign subsidiaries of American companies to trade with	Iran	- a channel that big multinationals may be able to exploit. A big foreign investment presence may take longer to rebuild
15	1496066	than trade ties. Some firms may want to wait until they see the stance of the next U.S. president towards	Iran	; many will worry about "reputational risk", or exposure to legal action from shareholders or lobby groups, if they invest there
15	1496094	exposure to legal action from shareholders or lobby groups, if they invest there. Some oil companies will rush back to	Iran	, and service sector and retail firms may invest because they do not need to risk much capital, but other businesses
15	1496153	may be hard to resist. France's PSA Peugeot Citroen <PEUP.OA> has been trying to negotiate a return to manufacturing in	Iran	, from which it withdrew in 2011; Renault <RENA.PA> has also been looking at such a deal. Germany's Daimler <DAIGn.DE> said
15	1500266	Saudi Arabias efforts to keep pumping to preserve market share from U.S. shale producers and other countries like Russia and	Iran	, which is chomping at the bit to free itself from international sanctions so it can pump oil again at any
15	1500366	New Era mutual fund PRNEX, -2.31% Our model for 17 still shows oversupply with above-trend-line demand and without	Iran	. Story continues And the oversupply may be even worse than traders and investors acknowledge, because hundreds of thousands of barrels
15	1502144	nationality prisoners on Saturday as part of a swap, including Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian. Rezaian, 39, was imprisoned in	Iran	on July 22, 2014, and its still unclear exactly what hes accused of doing or whether the details of his
15	1502180	whether the details of his alleged transgressions even caused his imprisonment. Rezaian, who has dual citizenship with the US and	Iran	, was convicted of espionage in October in a secret trial, according to Iranian state media. And on November 22, the
15	1502245	in total secrecy, while exact charges have never officially been announced. Even after the signing of the nuclear deal between	Iran	and a US-led group of six world powers this past July, Tehran had given no indication that it will
15	1502364	who experienced the regime at its worst. Maziar Bahari Maziar Bahari, a Canadian-Iranian reporter for Newsweek who lived in	Iran	for 12 years, was arrested in June of 2009 amid the country's "Green Revolution," in which hundreds of thousands of
15	1502427	the subject of the Jon Stewart-directed film "Rosewater." Story continues After being released from prison on bail and leaving	Iran	, Bahari was sentenced to 16 1/2 years in prison in absentia, something that prevents him from returning to the
15	1502508	Not A Crime, which highlights cases of Iranian government persecuting the media. Freezing out the media As Bahari puts it,	Iran	was always a somewhat uneasy environment for journalists. "I had been interrogated by the ministry of intelligence in Iran almost
15	1502527	it, Iran was always a somewhat uneasy environment for journalists. "I had been interrogated by the ministry of intelligence in	Iran	almost on a monthly basis whenever I was living there," Bahari told Business Insider. "But those interrogations were somehow cordial
15	1502689	spheres of interest. It protects itself, in part, by keeping Iran's media space as closed-off as possible. Green revolution	Iran	Bahari wasnt arrested in 2009 for anything that he had actually done, he says, but because of what he represented
15	1502758	connections, work with a prominent media platform, and Iranian citizenship. "The reason for my arrest and many other arrests in	Iran	did not have to do anything with what I was creating," Bahari told Business Insider. "It had to do with
15	1502801	was representing and the message they could send to other people through my arrest. "As someone who was prominent in	Iran	in terms of journalism and documentary filmmaking they thought that through my arrest they could send a message to a
15	1502895	with Rezaian, a US-Iranian dual citizen for a major American newspaper with deep connections both inside and outside of	Iran	. 'The lines are not clear in terms of anything in Iran' zarif iran Bahari believes the Guards mission is inevitably
15	1502906	newspaper with deep connections both inside and outside of Iran. 'The lines are not clear in terms of anything in	Iran	' zarif iran Bahari believes the Guards mission is inevitably self-defeating. While the Guard controls much of Iran's economy and
15	1502908	deep connections both inside and outside of Iran. 'The lines are not clear in terms of anything in Iran' zarif	iran	Bahari believes the Guards mission is inevitably self-defeating. While the Guard controls much of Iran's economy and is instrumental
15	1502951	both its foreign policy and preserving the country's clerical regime, Bahari believes its level of oppression is unsustainable in today's	Iran	. People in Iran, he says, are "becoming more modern and more in touch with the rest of the world." But
15	1502954	policy and preserving the country's clerical regime, Bahari believes its level of oppression is unsustainable in today's Iran. People in	Iran	, he says, are "becoming more modern and more in touch with the rest of the world." But this reality has
15	1503076	Iranian government doesn't appear to be viewing him any differently than it would have before the nuclear deal. Bahari believes	Iran	is holding Rezaian in the hopes that the US, which Tehran accuses of imprisoning 19 Iranian nationals on a variety
15	1503254	reminding Rouhani of where the true power in the regime lies and of what the Guard can still accomplish inside	Iran	even when its policies are changing. Bahari acknowledges that journalists like the ones arrested on November 5 don't have the
15	1503372	support network. It's the same for the country writ large. "The lines are not clear in terms of anything in	Iran	, and thats how the regime thrives and survives," Bahari says. "The lines are shifting all the time and life is
15	1503426	take advantage of the insecurity that its creating." NOW WATCH: Many Iranians are still furious with the US, despite the	Iran	Deal More From Business Insider Looking for information on eating disorders in boys? Worried that your son has an eating