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Iran to be able to resume high-level uranium enrichment 'in 5 days' if US quits nuclear deal

August 22, 2017 3:48 pm

The 2015 nuclear deal with world powers saw sanctions eased in exchange for curbs to Iran's nuclear programme. That included a ban on high-level enrichment of uranium of 20 per cent or more - a process which would take Iran close to the level needed for a nuclear weapon.

United by IS

December 15, 2014 8:25 am

If a nuclear deal remains uncertain, future military cooperation between Iran and the US is even harder to expect.

Iran nuclear talk: US rush Kerry as Britain 'not optimistic' about deal by Nov 24

November 20, 2014 7:57 pm

The deal is aimed at easing fears that Tehran will develop nuclear weapons under the guise of its civilian activities

Israel Defence Minister airs Iran nuclear concerns at Pentagon

October 22, 2014 2:42 am

Israel expressed concerns about the direction of talks between world powers and Iran on its nuclear programme.

Iran nuclear deadline extended to November 24: Diplomats

July 19, 2014 6:22 am

Iran and the six powers have been negotiating almost constantly for months, trying to forge an accord by July 20.

West, Iran say big gaps remain as deadline looms in nuke talks

July 13, 2014 6:52 pm

If no agreement is reached by Sunday next week, both sides can decide to extend the interim pact for some weeks.

Iran announces nuclear talks with US, Russia

June 07, 2014 8:36 pm

Negotiations are aimed at securing a comprehensive agreement on Iran's disputed nuclear programme ahead of a July 20 deadline.

Iran says warships sailing towards U.S.

February 09, 2014 12:11 pm

Iranian naval officer said warships ordered to approach U.S. maritime borders as a response to the stationing of U.S. vessels in the Gulf.

'No need' for new Iran sanctions: Barack Obama

December 21, 2013 10:21 am

The president said he would support tougher sanctions later if Iran violates the agreement.

Iran,Russia in talks on new Bushehr nuclear plant

December 01, 2013 3:28 pm

Iran aims to produce 20,000 megawatts of electricity from nuclear power.

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