IFP Exclusive
The latest news and views from Iran, the Middle East, and the world produced and published by IFP either using the contents provided by Persian-language media outlets or through its exclusive dispatches
Al Saud Policies Turn Riyadh into ‘Humiliated Creature’ among Arabs: Iran
Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman has categorically rejected recent accusations levelled against the country by Saudi king Salman bin Abdulaziz at his UN General Assembly speech.
Iran Says Guardian Trying to ‘Blackwash’ Its Human Rights Situation
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman has rejected the recent reports published by the Guardian newspaper, saying it is quite clear why such custom-tailored reports try to blackwash the situation of human rights in Iran, especially at this juncture.
Iranian, Swedish Diplomats Discuss Ways to End Yemen War
Ali-Asghar Khaji, the Iranian foreign minister's senior assistant in special political affairs, has held virtual talks with Sweden's special envoy for Yemen.
A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on September 23
IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Wednesday, September 23, 2020, and picked headlines from 11 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.
Over 3,600 New Cases of COVID-19 Infection Identified in Iran
Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman says 432,798 patients have contracted the novel coronavirus so far, including 3,605 new cases identified in the past 24 hours.
US Launched Economic War on Iran Based on Miscalculations: Rouhani
The Iranian president says the US launched an all-out economic war against Iran a few years ago based on miscalculations and illusions as former Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein did.
188 Homegrown Drones Delivered to Iran’s IRGC
As many as 188 Iranian-made unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have been delivered to the naval force of the country’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC).
Iran President’s Virtual Address to UNGA 2020 (Full Text)
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has delivered a speech to the 75th General Assembly of the United Nations.
US International Isolation Victory for Iran: Spokesman
The spokesperson for the Iranian government says it is a victory for the Islamic Republic that the US has become increasingly isolated in the international community after its failure to win support for a resolution to reinstate the UN sanctions on Iran.
Rouhani Lauds Martyrs, Veterans for Serving Islam, Iran
In a congratulatory message on the Sacred Defence Week, President of Iran Hassan Rouhani has paid tribute to the martyrs and veterans of the Iraqi imposed war in the 1980s for their courage and devotion to the country, Islam, and the Islamic Revolution.
A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on September 22
IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Tuesday, September 22, 2020, and picked headlines from 13 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.
European Envoys Join Tehran Mayor in Car-Free Day Cycling
The ambassadors of France, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Germany along with Pirouz Hanachi, the mayor of Tehran, used their bicycles on Tuesday on the occasion of World Car-Free Day.
Iran Reports All-Time High Number of New COVID-19 Infections
Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman says 429,193 patients have contracted the novel coronavirus so far, including 3,712 new cases identified in the past 24 hours, the highest daily rise in the number of patients since the beginning of the outbreak in Iran.
Iran Exporting Microtubule Inhibitor Used for Cancer Treatment
An Iranian knowledge-based company has produced a microtubule inhibitor used for treatment of patients with metastatic breast cancer and pancreatic cancer, and is exporting it to international markets.
Persepolis Reliefs; Symbol of Iran’s Ancient, Rich Civilization
The ruins of Persepolis, located in Iran’s Fars province, is an ancient complex which narrates the nation’s rich culture and civilization.
Iran, UNICEF Sign Cooperation Deal
The Iranian Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance and the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) office in Tehran have signed a cooperation agreement covering issues related to the youth and children, filmmaking and book reading.
Iranian Actemra for COVID-19 Patients Available in Hospitals
An Iranian version of Actemra, a medicine proved to help keep the coronavirus patients off ventilators, has been approved by the Iranian Food and Drug Administration and is now available at the domestic hospitals at prices 38 times cheaper than the Swiss-made drug, a medical official has announced.
Iran Calls for IAEA’s Impartial Verification of Saudi Nuclear Activities
Ali-Akbar Salehi, the head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), has urges the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to guarantee the independent, impartial and professional nature of its work by verifying Saudi Arabia’s non-transparent nuclear activities.
Iran Confirms 177 New COVID-19 Fatalities
Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman says the novel coronavirus has killed 177 patients since Sunday noon, increasing the overall death toll to 24,478.
Iran’s Beauties in Photos: Asiabar Traditional Market
The historical bazaar of Asiabar village in northern Iran is a traditional market that has supplied local and non-local products for centuries.
Iraqi Imposed War Proved Cost of Invading Iran Very High: Leader
Iran’s Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the Islamic Republic’s resistance against the Iraqi war imposed on the country in the 1980s proved that it is “very costly” to invade Iran.
US’ ‘Defeat’ over Snapback Sanctions Makes Headlines in Iran
IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Monday, September 21, 2020, and picked headlines from 14 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.
Rashti-Style Crochet: An Ancient Iranian Art
Rashtidoozi is a type of traditional Iranian crochet where cloth is decorated with colourful silk thread.
Disabled Iranian Child Longing to Attend Paralympic Games
A physically challenged Iranian child is working tirelessly to take part in sports competitions for the disabled, especially the Paralympic games.
Iran to Give Crushing Response If US Takes Any Practical Move: President
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has cautioned the US government that any practical action based on the false notion of re-imposition of the UN sanctions on Tehran will draw a decisive response from Iran.