Though space shot failed to reach orbit, Paris says ballistic program hurts regional stability and affects European security

Ruhollah Zam was living in exile in Paris, where he ran a social media channel; he was arrested by Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps

Defense minister states opposition to reliance on mainly bombing Iranian arms shipments to Hezbollah, saying most convoys will get through anyway

National Religious party says it is sorry if anyone was offended, claims chairman's comments were twisted; but Zman Yisrael recording backs up original report

First and second stages of rocket launch go as planned, but spacecraft doesn't gain enough speed after detaching, Defense Ministry says

Revolutionary Guards commander hails 'leap in modern missile technology' with short-range Raad-500 missile that is 'cheaper, lighter, faster and more precise'

In campaign speech in synagogue, defense minister also says ultra-Orthodox parties will accept any policy as long as they get money; vows not to join Blue and White government

Nation's leader says it must become strong enough to ward off enemy threats and prevent war; asserts US sanctions may be opportunity to end oil dependence

Ali Khamenei says 'stupid' American peace plan negotiates with 'Zionists over what belongs to the Palestinians,' will 'die' before US president does

Zarif previously spoke with PA president Abbas; reportedly called the newly unveiled American initiative to resolve the Israeli-Palestinian conflict 'inhumane'