Zarif Calls for ‘Tangible’ European Steps to Facilitate Banking Transactions
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif called on the European parties to the July 2015 nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers to seriously address problems hindering foreign banks from trying to work with Iran.
Mercedes Benz Showcase in Tehran
On the anniversary of the establishment of the Benz Museum, a huge number of classic and brand new Mercedes Benz cars gathered for a...
Iran and Japan to Cooperate on Energy Efficiency
Iran’s Institute for International Energy Studies (IIES) and the Japan Cooperation Centre for the Middle East (JCCME) have agreed to cooperate on studying energy efficiency in Iran.
Tehran Symphony Orchestra’s New Conductor Gives First Performance
The Tehran Symphony Orchestra performed its first concert under new conductor Shahrdad Rohani at Vahdat Hall on Wednesday May 25, after the Vienna-based Iranian maestro Ali Rahbari resigned from the orchestra in April.
Iranian ‘Macbeth’ Awarded by Russia Association of Theatre Critics
An Iranian staging of Macbeth, directed by Reza Servati, won an award from the Russia Association of Theatre Critics.
2016 Tehran Auction Breaks Sales Record
The 5th edition of the Tehran Auction was held on 27 May at Azadi Hotel where the best of Iranian art was introduced and sold to art collectors, with total sales breaking the $8m mark.
The First Cyber Shots of a New Cyber War?
After a cyber-attack on an Iranian official website, allegedly launched by a Saudi hacking team, Iranian cyber activists hacked a couple of Saudi websites...
Iranian Machine for Treatment of Malignant Tumours Completing Final Tests
Navid Nejatbakhsh, the chair of an Iranian knowledge-based company, announced that an Iranian radiotherapy or linear accelerator (LINAC) machine to treat malignant tumours is going to be released within three months.
General Rejects Slowdown in Iran’s Missile Tests
A senior Iranian military official reiterated on Saturday that a comprehensive nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers places no restriction on the country’s missile tests.
Rosatom: Tehran, Moscow to Redesign Fordow Facility for Isotope Production
Russian state nuclear energy corporation Rosatom announced that Tehran and Moscow have agreed to convert Fordow nuclear facility into a research center for producing heavy isotopes.
‘Irrational’ Iranian Use of Medicine
Iran's per capita consumption of pharmaceuticals is among the highest (20th) in the world and it is the second largest consumer of medical products in Asia, according to official data.
Iranian and Afghan Environment Chiefs Discuss Hamoun Lake Preservation
The chief of Iran’s Department of Environment (DoE) and the Director-General of Afghanistan’s National Environmental Protection Agency (NEPA) discussed issues related to Hamoun Lake preservation.
Iran and Lithuania Opt for Broadening of Bilateral Ties
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and his Lithuanian counterpart Linas Linkevicius underlined the need for the expansion of mutual cooperation in different areas in a meeting in Tehran on Saturday May 28.
Iran to Hold Cyber War Games in Coming Months: Official
Head of Iran’s Civil Defence Organization Brigadier General Gholam Reza Jalali said that the country plans to stage specialized war games in the coming months to increase its cyber defence capabilities.
Tehran Chamber of Commerce Helping Promote ‘Halal Tourism’
Iran’s declared goal is to use its potential for halal tourism to turn its nascent travel industry into a force that can help push the country out of the economic doldrums. It is here that the Tehran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture wants to be of some use.
No Need for Iranian Military Presence in Iraq: General Soleimani
The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Quds Force said that Iran will take action against terrorist groups in Iraq only if the country’s Marja (religious leadership) deems it necessary.
Iran and UNEP Sign Joint Environmental Plan of Action
The chief of the Department of Environment, Masoumeh Ebtekar, and the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) Executive Director Achim Steiner signed a joint plan of action on Friday, IRNA news agency reported.
Iranian Men and Women Compete in National Rally
The first round of a national rally was held on Friday in Fars province, on a path from Shiraz to Zarqan, Marvdasht, and finally...
Pakistan Wants More Border Crossings with Iran
Pakistan commerce minister says establishment of more border crossings between Iran and Pakistan would help in boosting bilateral trade.
Iran and UK Sign Railway Transport MoU
Iran and Britain have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in the field of rail transportation.
Saudi Arabia Worried by Iranian Success at Cannes 2016
A Saudi newspaper recently expressed its concerns over the success of Iranian cinema in prestigious film festivals, seeing Iranian actor Shahab Hosseini as being “more dangerous than” IRGC Quds Force Commander Qassem Soleimani.
No Deal Yet – Saudi Rejects Iran’s Hajj Conditions: Official
The Head of Iran’s Hajj and Pilgrimage Organization, Saeed Ohadi, said Saudi Arabia has refused to accept Iran’s conditions on arrangements for Iranians to attend this year’s Hajj pilgrimage.
Iranian Pair Win Asian Snooker Championship
Iran shocked India 3-2 (53-65, 54-7, 77-1, 64-69, 74-40) to clinch the final of the Asian Snooker 6-Reds Teams Championship at Novotel Al Bustan Hotel in Abu Dhabi on Thursday May 27.
Rouhani: People Are for a Strong, Effective Parliament
President Hassan Rouhani said the Iranian nation have favoured a strong and effective Majlis [Parliament] for over a century.
Indonesian Minister Due in Iran for Oil Deal
Iranian Minister of Petroleum Bijan Zangeneh will meet his Indonesian counterpart in Tehran on Monday to discuss fresh energy cooperation, Shana news agency says.
