AP: President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad on Monday warned that Iran would respond to additional U.N. sanctions with new nuclear advances, in yet another show of defiance to international demands that the country roll back its atomic program.
Iran: Sanctions could push nuclear drive
Iran says could reveal new “nuclear achievements”
Reuters: Iran will announce unspecified new “nuclear achievements” if the United Nations takes fresh steps against it over its disputed atomic program, President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Monday.
Chavez backs Iran in nuclear dispute
AP: President Hugo Chavez defended Iran’s “legitimate right” to develop nuclear power for peaceful uses, warning the U.S. on Sunday not to attack Venezuela’s ally in the Middle East.
Browne to face MPs over Iran sailors
Reuters: Defence Secretary Des Browne will attempt on Monday to defuse a row over the selling of stories by British sailors released by Iran after being held hostage.
With eye on Iran, rivals also want nuclear power
New York Times: Two years ago, the leaders of Saudi Arabia told international atomic regulators that they could foresee no need for the kingdom to develop nuclear power. Today, they are scrambling to hire atomic contractors, buy nuclear hardware and build support for a regional system of reactors.
Iran para-military force member killed in shootout
Iran Focus: Tehran, Iran, Apr. 16 An armed gang killed a member of Irans para-military Bassij force, the semi-official daily Kayhan reported on Saturday.
Iran para-military force member killed in shootout
Iran Focus: Tehran, Iran, Apr. 16 An armed gang killed a member of Irans para-military Bassij force, the semi-official daily Kayhan reported on Saturday.
Iran says to press ahead with atomic work
Reuters: President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Monday Iran would not retreat from its right to nuclear technology, state television reported.
Iran: Signals on 5 diplomats
AP: Iran said Sunday it has received some signals concerning the possible release of five Iranian diplomats held by the U.S. in Iraq, state television reported.
Report: Radio reporter held in Iran
AP: The U.S.-funded Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty said Saturday that Iranian authorities have prevented one of its journalists from leaving the country.
