The Iranian Nuclear Game

Iranian Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki
September 15, 2008 2119 GMT
Russia's resurgence has given Iran the chance to increase its leverage against the West, but Tehran must decide which path serves its interests best. [more]
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Mehdi Safari
September 11, 2008 1659 GMT
Apparent diplomatic confusion between Iran and the West is part of the dance between the two powers as they strive to resolve their negotiations. [more]
Israeli Warplane
Israeli fighter jets reportedly have been flying over Jordanian airspace and landing in Iraq over the past month to practice for a raid on Iranian nuclear sites. [more]
Iranian foreign ministry spokesman Mohammad Ali Hosseini
Iran has said it will not accept a new nuclear settlement proposal from the West or entertain a fresh round of talks with the United States on Iraq. Its statements represent Tehran’s efforts to manage behind-the-scenes dealings and its public image at a time when both issues have reached a critical stage. [more]
Bush waving
January 16, 2008 2358 GMT
Newsweek is reporting that U.S. President George W. Bush told Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert during Bush’s recent visit to Israel that he did not agree with the National Intelligence Estimate assessment on Iran. [more]
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