Government of Iran

Head of Iran's atomic energy body makes no mention of Russian technology.

Fourth-largest oil producer's annual inflation rate jumps in September, stoking discontent.

US and European allies push for tougher action but Russia and China resist.

Cells primed to caused mayhem in the event of hostilities, says ex-Iranian diplomat.

White House says western powers need to take further action against Tehran in nuclear row.

UPDATE 1: Iran says it needs clarification, talks between powers on Wednesday.

Iran to halt shipments of fuel oil to Asia from August as it builds domestic stocks ahead of winter.

Suspension of uranium enrichment 'out of the question', Iranian official says at talks with world powers.

Iran defiant ahead of meeting of world powers to be attended by US in shift of policy.

Iran dismisses speculation that it risks being attacked over controversial nuclear drive.

US plays down prospects of war with Iran, but warns is ready to confront 'provocative' policies.

Iranian weightlifter's Dubai advert sparks ban on celebrity endorsements.

Fifth Fleet carrying out exercises to protect maritime infrastructure after Iran threat to shut down waterway.

Tehran prepared to negotiate on nuclear programme, but without suspending uranium enrichment.

Iran says detained four Saudi fishing vessels in waters near its first nuclear power plant.

Iran says will prepare 320,000 graves for burial of enemy soldiers in event of attack.

British PM says Tehran 'not been totally honest with international community'.

Security forces arrest 'bandits' with missile launchers, trained abroad for attacks in Iran.

Bahrain's security threatened if international tensions over Iran flare into war, says top official.

Two reporters writing for ethnic minority publications jailed for total of 19 years.

Iraq to offer 41 contracts to foreign oil firms, could give multinationals foothold in huge oil fields.

Uranium enrichment continues despite incentives offered by world powers.

Tehran pledges never to surrender to world powers and scrap nuclear programme.

Gov't to ask parliament for money to pay for increasingly expensive imports, despite gasoline rationing.

Bush 'disappointed' Iran rejected offer made by world powers to end nuclear standoff.

Bush to urge Italy to take a tougher stand over Iran's nuclear programme, expand Afghanistan role.

Growing awareness among states that only engagement will stop growing influence of Islamic republic.

Cheap pirated DVDs and heavy gov't censorship running industry into ground.

Mooted deal to allow US long-term military presence in Iraq overshadows visit.

Prime Minister Olmert says Iran's quest for nuclear capacity must be stopped by all means.

Iran's former chief nuclear negotiator Larijani secured influential post of parliamentary speaker.

Former US ambassador John Bolton says UN and allies not done enough to stop Iran.

Atomic watchdog seriously concerned Iran may have been trying to develop nuclear warheads.

No real progress expected on Islamic republic's alleged nuclear weapons studies, diplomats say.

Tehran could prompt 'regional cascade of proliferation,' study warns.

Money, not politics, behind second-largest Opec producer's latest threat to cut supply, refiners say.

Police to target 'Western-inspired movements' including rappers and Satanists in new morality campaign.

Issue to be raised at next session to Arab Parliament, deputy speaker says.

US military has not embarked on new planning for war, chief spokesman says.

Persian state trying to build regional influence and drive US from the Middle East, gov't claims.

Dozens rally outside UAE embassy to press Tehran's demand for waterway to be called Persian Gulf.

Victorious chamber could still prove critical of controversial President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.

Iranian president says US used New York terrorist attacks to launch invasions.

Persian state to celebrate Tuesday's national day by heralding controversial atomic programme.

Islamic republic begins installing advanced centrifuges at key uranium enrichment complex, diplomats say.

Pro-reform leaders call on legislative watchdog to recount all votes in Iranian capital.

Conservatives expected to secure 71% of seats in legislative elections, Interior Ministry announces.

Party set to win 66% of seats in parliament, despite respectable showing by reformists.

Election dismissed by US but seen by Tehran as chance to send defiant message to West.

Sanctions include travel ban on certain officials and freezing of more assets.

Americans responsible for 'bringing terrorism to the Middle East', blasts Iranian leader.

New measures would have no effect on country's defiance of UN, president tells state television.

Offer contingent on projects being handled by Iranian firms, official says prior to visit by Ahmadinejad.

Bank suspected of helping Iranian institutions evade US economic sanctions.

However, 2,200 candidates disqualified despite public outcry over vetting procedure.

Tehran dismisses new intelligence suggesting weapons development, says IAEA.

Islamic state scraps disqualification of 251 hopefuls after strict vetting causes uproar.

Islamic state's parliament approves spending spree despite fears it may stoke inflation.

Mohammad Reza Tavassoli, former head of Khomeini's office, dies during address to nation's Expediency Council.

MPs agree spending plan for diesel and petrol imports to meet high consumer demand.

Tehran claims FDI hit $10.27bn last year, oil income helped reduce effect of sanctions.

Tehran outrages UN by testing advanced second-generation centrifuges.

Iranian conservative figures have joined reformists in slamming authorities.

Top moderates will appeal to Iran's most powerful figure after mass disqualification of pro-reform candidates.