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U.S. sanctions against Iran

A heavy water reactor near Arak, Iran

Hopes rise for a nuclear deal with Iran

Conflict

The buzz from Geneva is that international talks there on Iran’s nuclear ambitions are approaching a deal. The deal could limit Iran’s nuclear capabilities for a decade or more, in exchange for an easing of sanctions.

US Secretary of State John Kerry sits with Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif before a meeting in Geneva in January 2015. Zarif said that his meeting with Kerry was important to see if progress could be made in narrowing differences on his coun

As the US government courts Iranian students, one university briefly says ‘no, thanks’

Education
Golshid Mola wants to introduce the works of underground Iranian designers to the world.

An Iranian American entrepreneur is keeping a close eye on nuclear talks

Arts
Jim Riddle

Why this Minnesota farmer went to Iran to talk about organic food

Lifestyle & Belief
Currency exchange office in Tehran

When the banks don’t work, a suitcase full of cash will suffice

Business, Economics and Jobs
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Employees of PSA Peugeot Citroen Aulnay-sous-Bois automotive plant demonstrate over pension reforms in Paris, September 10, 2013. PSA has laid off thousands of workers, in small part because of business lost from Iran sanctions.

A deal with Iran could change lives, for workers in France

Business, Economics and Jobs

For years, PSA — the company that makes Peugeot and Citroen cars — got around the Iranian embargo by selling Tehran what it called car “kits.” But it pulled the plug last year, under growing pressure to honor the embargo. PSA is now struggling and letting workers go. An Iran deal might just change that.

Iran’s nuclear ambitions have the world on edge

Global Politics

Iran’s controversial nuclear plans continue to raise tensions. Israeli, European, and American leaders have slightly different policies regarding the threat of an armed Iran. The situation could come to a head this weekend when negotiations with Iran resume.

Deadlines and dialogue: Dealing with Iran

The Obama administration adjusts its strategy with Iran, reconsidering sanctions and deadlines.

US Sanctions Block Iranian Access to World of Warcraft

Global Politics

We’re looking for a mythical place, a continent located in the south of Azeroth, a fictional world that figures in the World of Warcraft.

Top of the Hour: Iran Sanctions, Morning Headlines

In light of a report by the International Atomic Energy Agency on Iran’s nuclear program, the United States and several international partners are preparing to implement sanctions against Iran if new questions about its nuclear ambitions go unanswered.

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