AP: An atomic energy deal between the U.S. and the United Arab Emirates, signed in the waning days of the Bush administration, could give Mideast nations a significant boost toward acquiring nuclear technology if Iran pushes ahead with its own ambitions.
US-UAE nuclear energy pact has messages for Iran
Iran carmaker to raise output despite global auto woes
Reuters: Iran Khodro, the Middle East's biggest carmaker, said on Tuesday it aims to boost output and exports in coming years despite a global downturn for the sector and Western sanctions on the country that have pushed up costs.
Iranian official warns U.S. on spying
Washington Post: In a message aimed at the incoming Obama administration, a top Iranian intelligence official cautioned the United States on Monday not to spy on Iran.
Iran ready to open to energy ties with EU
AP: Iran said Tuesday it is ready to open talks with the European Union to forge closer energy ties.
Iran says it jailed 2 prominent doctors
New York Times: An Iranian intelligence official said Monday that two prominent doctors jailed since June were among four men sent to prison on charges of plotting against the Iranian government with the suspected backing of the United States, the semiofficial Fars news agency reported.
France, UK push for EU sanctions on Iran – report
Reuters: France and Britain are spearheading an effort within the European Union to pass new sanctions against Iran over its nuclear programme but have so far had limited success, French daily Le Monde said on Monday.
Iran pressures firm over Coca-Cola links
AFP: The Iranian government has called on a soft drink producer to clarify its links with the US company Coca-Cola following a decision to boycott "Zionist" products, a press report said on Monday.
Iran names two doctors in U.S.-backed plot: report
Reuters: Two Iranian doctors, whose arrests last year sparked concern in the West, are among people accused of involvement in a U.S.-sponsored plot to overthrow the Islamic system of government, Iranian media said on Monday.
Report: Iran dismantles a US-backed spy network
AP: Iran's state television says the government has dismantled an alleged U.S.-backed spy network that was seeking to topple the country's Islamic regime.
Iranian Holocaust book to be issued in English
Reuters: A student-linked Iranian publisher plans to launch English- and Arabic-language versions of a book of caricatures and satirical writings about the Holocaust, a semi-official news agency reported on Sunday.
