Iranian Videos and Clips

15000 elite Iranian special-ops 'head' to Syria
The regime of Bashar al-Assad in Syria is expecting up to 15000 Iranian troops to help maintain order in the country's provinces, a Chinese newspaper reports. Iran has yet to confirm or deny the news. Read more on.rt.com RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com

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Iran must attack Israel
In a document published on conservative Farsi website Alef, Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's strategist provided the legal and religious justification for the annihilation of Israel and the Jewish people. The strategy specialist Alireza Forghani, outlined the reasons why, in the name of Allah, Iran needed to attack Israel by 2014. The doctrine was published on a website believed to have close ties with the Ayatollah. Forghani called the Jewish state a 'cancerous tumor' and reminded his readers that all of Iran's troubles were due to Israel.

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News Wrap: Iran Calls US Sanctions 'Psychological War'
In other news Tuesday, Iran dismissed US sanctions against the country's central bank. A spokesman for the Iranian foreign ministry equated the move to "psychological war," and said Iran would not give up its nuclear program. In Iraq, ministers from a Sunni-backed bloc ended their boycott of the Cabinet and returned to work.

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Iran honors nuclear scientists assassinated by American-Israeli Terrorists
The families of the assassinated nuclear scientists in Mashhad; A warm welcome was given by the people of Mashhad northeast of Iran to the families of the nuclear scientists assassinated in the past couple of years. A daylong conference was also held in the city to honor the Iranian scientists. Majid Sharirai, Masoud Ali Mohammadi, Hassan tehrani Moqadam, Darious Rezaeinejad, Mostafa Ahmadi Roshan and Reza Qashqaei are the six Iranians assassinated in the past two years for involvement in Iran's nuclear program. According to the confessions made by a number of those arrested in connection with the assassinations, Israel's Spy agency Mossad has been involved in the terror attacks against Iranian nuclear scientists. Despite all the threats and assassinations, Iran is among a handful of countries in the world with domestic nuclear technology.

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Strait Jacket: Iran to 'definitely' close Hormuz if EU bans oil
EU nations have formally adopted an unprecedented set of sanctions against Tehran - which include a bloc-wide embargo on Iranian oil. The move targets Iran's nuclear program which, the Islamic Republic insists, is for purely peaceful purposes. To discuss the implications of fresh sanctions against Iran, RT talks to James Corbett - editor of independent news website - 'The Corbett Report' which is based in Japan. RT on Facebook: www.facebook.com RT on Twitter: twitter.com

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Oil-for-gold: Iran to dodge US ban with metal shield?
The EU has delivered on its threat to ban the import of crude oil from Iran, in response to its nuclear programme. The latest round of sanctions prohibits any new oil contracts, while allowing for existing deals to run until July. But Tehran is apparently finding ways to keep business pumping. Reports say Iran will keep supplying one of its biggest customers - India - but will get payment in gold instead of dollars. RT on Facebook: www.facebook.com RT on Twitter: twitter.com

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Going to war with Iran on an "if"?
On Tuesday the Senate held a hearing to discuss what the US views as worldwide threats. It is no surprise that Iran made the top of the list as tensions between the West and Iran have grown. According to some reports, 70 percent of Americans believe Iran has a nuclear weapon despite Secretary Defense Leon Panetta admitting that is false. Ray McGovern, former CIA analyst, joins us to discuss should Americans be afraid of Iran and if America should go to war on an if. Like us and/or follow us: twitter.com www.facebook.com

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'Enemy is on Wall Street, not in Iran'
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is calling for the intensification of sanctions against Iran over its alleged nuclear weapons program, saying an embargo on Iranian oil must be put in place. But Caleb Maupin of the International Action Center, an anti-war group, say such measures "are just part of a continued repression of the Iranian people." RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com

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'US intervention in Iran will drag China & Russia into war'
Iran is accusing the EU of waging an economic war. It's in response to Europe considering banning Iranian oil imports in the coming weeks. There's already a verbal standoff over sanctions imposed by the US at the end of last year, aimed at pressing Iran into abandoning its nuclear programme. Tehran threatened to block a key maritime trade route in the Persian Gulf, and later backed off, but is still warning US ships against sailing in the area. Iran will reportedly hold another naval drill next month. But anti-war activist John Rees sees Western worries over Iran's supposed nuclear ambitions, as an excuse to curtail Iranian influence in the region. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com

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US/Iran tension artificial?
President Obama announced today that funding for the military will be cut back. Now the Department of Defense is scrambling for a way to find out how to trim $400 billion in spending. Although the cuts seem unreasonable, compared to other countries military budgets the US still tops the charts. Douglas MacGregor, a retired US army colonel, gives us his take the defense budget cuts. Follow Liz on Twitter at twitter.com

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'War is hell: Iran far stronger than US would like to admit'
Iran has successfully test-fired two long-range missiles on the last day of major naval exercises in the international waters of the Persian Gulf. This comes amid mounting Western pressure on the country over its nuclear ambitions. Tehran says it's ready to counter any attack by enemies like Israel or the United States. Iran has also angrily reacted to new US sanctions targeting its central bank and financial sector. It has been threatening to close the Strait of Hormuz - the world's most important oil export route linking the Persian Gulf to the Indian Ocean. Meanwhile the EU is mulling an embargo on the purchase of Iranian oil, and a decision on that is expected before the end of the month. Seyed Mohammad Marandi from the University of Tehran says US has imposed sanctions against Iran because Tehran opposes American hegemony. RT on Twitter: twitter.com RT on Facebook: www.facebook.com

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Iranian Ninjas-Iran-01-29-2012
Martial arts have gained popularity in Iran over the past 20 years and c have not miss out on the excitement. In the first section of Iran, Gisoo Misha Ahmadi will be meeting with a group of Iranian young ladies who have mastered the techniques of ninjutsu, and are commonly referred to as "Ninjas".

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Guns on the Table: UK pushes Iran oil ban
As Iran and the West step up their war of words over the Islamic state's nuclear program, the UK is refusing to rule out taking military action. Foreign Secretary William Hague also spoke of his confidence that an EU embargo on Iranian oil will be in place by the end of the month. RT gets the latest from correspondent Ivor Bennett in London. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com

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India to neglect sanctions on Iranian oil
Despite the new round of US and EU sanctions on Iran, India has said it would do what ever it takes to buy the Iranian oil. Finding a replacement on such a large scale is difficult as Iranian oil contributes to about 12 percent of India's oil imports. Press TV' s Sanjay Sethi reports from New Delhi.

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Obama freezes all Iranian assets in the US
The United States has escalated tensions with Iran once again, this after President Obama called for a freeze of all Iranian assets held in the US. The executive order signed on Monday was in reaction to what the US is calling "deceptive practices" by Iran. Israel has also joined in by stepping up threats against Iran, and US Secretary Defense Leon Panetta has acknowledged Israel may attack Iran in the next 90 days. Vijay Prashad, director of International Studies at Trinity College, takes a deeper look on the escalated possibility of war. Like us and/or follow us: twitter.com www.facebook.com

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US to Occupy Persian Gulf? 'Iran is not a sitting duck!'
The US is sending another escorted aircraft carrier to the Persian Gulf, saying it's a routine mission. An escalating verbal conflict between Tehran and Washington has been also made worse by the assassination of an Iranian nuclear scientist on Wednesday. Karen Kwiatkowski, a retired US Air Force Lieutenant Colonel, who worked in the Pentagon and the National Security Agency explained to RT that Western powers are unlikely to invade Iran. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com

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'US sanctions to starve Iranian people to death'
Millions of new jobs, manufacturing back on track, the war in Iraq over and Bin Laden gone. Barack Obama has set out his stall for re-election - and using the annual State of the Union address to do it. Caleb Maupin of the International Action Centre tells us that America's double standards on domestic and international policy were there for all to see during Obama's speech. RT on Facebook: www.facebook.com RT on Twitter: twitter.com

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No Fly Zone: Iran shoots down US drone
Iranian forces have shot down an American unmanned drone in the east of the country - that's according to Iran's state news agency. The aircraft used for spying was reportedly downed with minimum damage and seized by Iranian authorities. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com

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Crude Plan: Iran war & double recession?
Global oil prices are spiking as the EU says it's agreed in principle to ban imports of Iranian crude. The sanctions could come in to effect by the end of January, unless Iran backs down on its alleged nuclear weapons programme. Tehran has responded to the sanctions with threats to block oil trade through the crucial Strait of Hormuz, leading to a continued deadlock in the Persian Gulf. American warships are also present in the region, with a mission to prevent any hindrances of passage. RT talks to political analyst Christoph Hoerstel, who's in Berlin. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com

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Who killed Iranian nuclear scientist?
Mostafa Ahmadi Roshan was assassinated Wednesday when two men on a motorcycle stuck a magnet bomb to his vehicle and rode off. According to reports, Roshan is the fifth Iranian nuclear scientist assassinated in the last two years. US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has publicly denied American involvement and no one has come forward claiming responsibility for the murder. Jamal Abdi, policy director for the National Iranian American Council, helps us analyze who could be responsible and will this cause greater tension between Iran and the US. Follow Liz on Twitter at twitter.com

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Nuke Look: 'If strangled, Iran will retaliate'
UN nuclear inspectors have started a three-day mission to examine Iran's atomic activities. Tehran says it's certain the talks - the first in more than three years - will prove its program's purpose is purely peaceful. The IAEA visit comes at a time when tensions between Iran and the West are approaching crisis level. On Monday, EU nations adopted an unprecedented set of sanctions against the Islamic Republic, which include a complete embargo on oil supplies from Iran. That comes into force in July, but Iran is considering an immediate halt of oil sales to Europe in retaliation. RT discusses the latest development around the Iranian crisis with Seyed Mohammad Marandi, who's a professor at the University of Tehran. RT on Facebook: www.facebook.com RT on Twitter: twitter.com

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'Accusing Iran of 9/11 echoes Iraq scenario'
On Thursday, families of victims of the September 11th 2001 attacks won a default judgment against Iran, the Taliban, Al-Qaeda and Lebanon-based Hezbollah. According to the lawsuit, people in Iran -- including Ayatollah Ali Khamenei- provided support to the terrorists who went on to attack civilians on US soil. But analysts say it's nothing but a cover-up, with Iran as a convenient fall guy. Jamal Abdi from the National Iranian American Council tells RT that there is a campaign going on "to ratchet up pressure for yet another US attack on a Middle Eastern country." RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com

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Univision promoting war with Iran?
Description: In Univision documentary it is being alleged that Iran, Venezuela and Cuba are joining forces to plan attacks on the United States. According to the documentary the three countries are meeting in Mexico to plan terrorist attacks greater than 9/11 on the US. Some right-wing US lawmakers are taking these allegations seriously, or is it all propaganda? Jamal Abdi, policy director of the National Iranian American Council, joins us to sort through the evidence. Follow Liz on Twitter at twitter.com

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Iran airs downed US spy drone: RQ-170 Sentinel stealth aircraft
Iran has released video footage of the most advanced US reconnaissance drone which was downed by the Iranian Army in the eastern part of the Islamic Republic earlier this week.

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Would US back Israeli attack on Iran?
US President Barack Obama has stepped up pressure on Iran over its nuclear ambitions by signing an executive order to implement sanctions passed by Congress late last year. Amid speculation that Israel could be preparing a pre-emptive strike against Iranian nuclear facilities, some have wondered whether Washington would also support military action by its ally. But Leon Panetta, the US defense secretary, has said that attacking Iran would be "a conflict that we would regret", only serving to delay Iran's abilities to develop nuclear weapons, making the US a target for Iranian retribution and having dire economic consequences for the US and Europe. Al Jazeera's Patty Culhane reports from Washington.

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