The Trump administration escalated pressure on Iran to try to negotiate over its nuclear aims. Instead, Iran fought back with violent attacks. At critical points, each country misjudged the other.
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Iran Says Its Enriched Uranium Stockpile Is Far Beyond Allowed Amount
Iran has stockpiled 1,200 kilograms, or about 2,600 pounds, which is well beyond what the 2015 nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers allowed, an official said.
Iran Says Its Enriched Uranium Stockpile Is Far Beyond Allowed Amount
Iran has stockpiled 1,200 kilograms, or about 2,600 pounds, which is well beyond what the 2015 nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers allowed, an official said.
Iran’s President Lashes Out at Europeans Over Crumbling Nuclear Deal
With the government in Tehran under pressure, President Hassan Rouhani warned that European troops could be in “danger.”
Live Updates: Iran Says Downing of Plane Was ‘Disastrous Mistake’
The military blamed human error, saying the Ukrainian jet had taken a sharp, unexpected turn that brought it near a military base.
Iran Challenges Trump, Announcing End of Nuclear Restrictions
President Trump thought the nuclear deal was flawed because restrictions on Iran would end after 15 years. Now, responding to a U.S. strike, Iran has declared the limits over after less than five.
Saudi Arabia and Iran Make Quiet Openings to Head Off War
Weeks after the Middle East seemed on the verge of war, Saudi Arabia and Iran are seeking ways to ease tensions. A warming relationship could have far-reaching consequences.
A Year Later, Iran Finds Evaporating Sympathy at the U.N.
The country’s foreign minister, on the defensive after attacks on Saudi oil facilities, says Iran has lost hope that the Europeans will counterbalance American sanctions.
Iran’s Foreign Minister Vows ‘All-Out War’ if U.S. or Saudis Strike
“We don’t want war,” Mohammad Javad Zarif said. But “we won’t blink to defend our territory,” he added. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said President Trump wants peace.
Putin Says Saudis Should Buy Russian Missiles, to Laughter From Iran
President Putin said he was “ready to provide appropriate assistance” to the Saudis after attacks on their oil installations, suggesting Riyadh should buy Russian surface-to-air missiles.