Reuters: These are some of the leading stories in Iranian newspapers on Monday. Reuters has not verified these stories and does not vouch for their accuracy.
PRESS DIGEST – Iran – Jan 11
Iran five-year plan targets annual 8% growth
AFP: Iran aims for an annual growth rate of close to eight percent until 2015 under a five-year plan which President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad presented to parliament, a government newspaper said on Monday.
UAE, Germany urge Iran to abandon ‘uncooperative’ nuclear stand
AFP: The United Arab Emirates and Germany said on Sunday that Iran must do more to allay the international community's concerns about its nuclear programme or fresh sanctions would be likely.
Swedish diplomat arrested, released in Iran
CNN: A Swedish diplomat in Iran was arrested and accused of participating in Iranian protests during observances surrounding the Muslim holy day of Ashura, two semi-official news agencies reported Sunday, citing members of Iran's parliament.
US has contingency plan for Iran nukes: top general
AFP: The United States has developed contingency plans to address Iran's nuclear ambitions if negotiations falter between the Islamic republic and Western nations, a top US general said Sunday.
PRESS DIGEST – Iran – Jan 10
Reuters: These are some of the leading stories in Iranian newspapers on Sunday. Reuters has not verified these stories and does not vouch for their accuracy.
Dubai TV reporter released in Iran: sources
AFP: The Islamic republic on Sunday released an Iran-based Syrian journalist working for Dubai TV who was arrested during opposition protests last month, the Tehran prosecutor and a colleague said.
Iran Supreme Leader urges firm action over riots
Reuters: Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei told the security forces on Saturday to take firm action against anti-government protesters.
Iran’s Ahmadinejad dismisses nuclear sanctions
AFP: Iran's President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Saturday that further UN Security Council sanction will not deter Tehran from pursuing its controversial nuclear programme.
U.S. shifts Iran focus to support opposition
Wall Street Journal: The Obama administration is increasingly questioning the long-term stability of Tehran's government and moving to find ways to support Iran's opposition "Green Movement," said senior U.S. officials.
