Chemical Weapons Team To Begin Assigning Blame For Syrian Attacks

US Targets Hezbollah Iraq Network With New Sanctions

The US Treasury expanded its attack on Hezbollah's financial network Tuesday, hitting key representatives of the Lebanese militant group in Iraq with sanctions.

Tehran Gets Third Mayor In 18 Months

With huge corruption scandals and debts, Iran's capital Tehran gets a new mayor; a little-known technocrat.

Separatists Claim Attack That Killed Two In Abadan

Two men on a motorbike were gunned down early Monday morning in Minoo island, close to the city of Abadan, Iran.

US Security Chief Bolton Vows To 'Squeeze' Iran

US National Security Advisor John Bolton vowed Tuesday to "squeeze" Iran "until the pips squeak".

Qatar Considering Iran Offer To Host World Cup Teams: Organizer

Saudi Arabia, Citing Iranian Sanctions Waivers, Moves To Prop Up Oil Prices

Saudi Arabia has announced a major cut in oil production to rebalance global markets and prop up plunging oil prices, citing U.S. sanctions waivers that are enabling Iran to keep exporting oil to most of its top customers.

US Security Chief Bolton In UAE For 'Regional' Talks

US National Security Adviser John Bolton held talks Monday with Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on regional issues.

U.S. Not Too Bothered By Europe's Idea For Iran Trade

The United States is not too concerned by Europe's idea for a special purpose vehicle (SPV) to circumvent U.S. sanctions with Iran.

Iran Honoring Nuclear Deal As New Sanctions Hit, IAEA Report Shows

Iran has continued to implement the main nuclear restrictions set by its 2015 deal with major powers, a quarterly U.N. watchdog report shows.

Saudi's Minister Sees Need For 1 Mln Bpd Cut In Oil Output