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Iran Dismisses UK, French Stances on Satellite Launch

The spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran has rejected the stances adopted by France and the UK on the launch of Iranian homegrown Noor satellite as a result of double standards and accepting the US bullying policies.

Over 88,000 Iranians Infected with COVID-19: Health Ministry

Iran's Health Ministry has confirmed 1,399 new cases of COVID-19 infection, increasing the total number of infections to 88,194.

Iran Launches Its Largest Aluminum Factory

Iran’s Minister of Industry, Mining and Trade says the country has inaugurated its largest and most modern aluminum production in Lamard city of southern Fars province.

Iran Distributing Millions of Aid Packages amid COVID-19 Outbreak

The head of Iran’s Organisation for Mobilisation of the Oppressed, also known as Basij Mostazafin, says an aid program called Momenaneh is underway in the country to help the needy in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Iran Develops Its Space Program While Keeping Low Profile: IRGC

The commander of the IRGC aerospace force says that the Islamic Republic carries out its space work without attracting much attention because the enemy seeks to monitor it.

‘More Surprises to Come’, Iran Vows after Satellite Launch

Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council says sanctions, threats and political enticement cannot slow down the Islamic Republic's move to pursue its national interests and legal rights.

Iran’s ‘Noor’ Satellite to Undertake Strategic Reconnaissance Missions

An Iranian commander says the military satellite launched by the IRGC into orbit on Wednesday is to carry out reconnaissance and strategic support missions.

Iran Raps US, Germany’s Meddlesome Stances on IRGC Satellite Launch

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman has denounced Washington and Berlin's recent stances on the successful launch of the Noor satellite into space, calling them interference in the Islamic Republic’s internal affairs.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on April 23

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Sunday, April 23, 2020, and picked headlines from 8 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran’s Health Minister Strongly Rejects US Help Proposal to Combat COVID-19

Iran’s Health Minister has rejected his US counterpart’s proposal to help the Islamic Republic in combat with coronavirus saying that Tehran is ready help save Americans’ lives.

Iran’s IRGC Orders Navy to Target US Vessels If Harassed

Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Major General Hossein Salami warned the US against threatening Iranian vessels in the Persian Gulf, stressing that Iran is serious in defending its security, territorial integrity and maritime borders.

Iran Summons Swiss Envoy to Protest US Navy’s Provocative Acts

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran has summoned the Swiss ambassador, whose country represents the US’ interests, to express Tehran's strong protest at the provocative acts of the US Navy’s terrorist forces in the Persian Gulf.

Iran Confirms Over 1,000 New COVID-19 Infections

Iran's Health Ministry has confirmed 1,030 new COVID-19 infections, raising the total number of cases to 87,026.

President Rouhani Hails Launch of IRGC’s Military Satellite

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani has praised the launch of a military satellite by the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps saying that such moves show the country is continuing its activities despite the spread of the coronavirus.

Iran Says Concerted Global Effort Needed to Fight Coronavirus

A senior Iranian official says the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic requires a concerted global effort.

In Pictures: Kebar Dam Full to Capacity

Located near the city of Qom, central Iran, Kebar Dam is considered to be one of the oldest arched dams in the world.

Prehistoric Rocks Discovered in Southern Iran

Ancient conical pieces of rock bearing curious carvings have been discovered in southern Iran.

Iran Training Sniffer Dogs to Identify Coronavirus

An Iranian centre for training search and rescue dogs says it is working with the military to train dogs to diagnose COVID-19 disease.

Iran’s Beauties in Photos: Beautiful Nature of Ilam

Ilam province in southwestern Iran is an area full of tourist attractions due to its beautiful nature and pleasant weather.

Non-Oil Exports from Iranian Ports Increase by 4 Percent: Official

An Iranian official says the export of non-oil products from the country’s ports in the last Iranian year has increased by 4% compared to a year before.

Iran’s Aluminium Production Capacity to Rise to 785,000 Tonnes

An aluminium project is to be inaugurated in southern Iran, which will increase the country’s production capacity to 785 thousand tonnes.

Resolving Oil Market Issues Requires Global Cooperation: Iran Minister

Iranian oil minister says the OPEC alone cannot solve the problem of the oil market, noting that resolution of the oil market issues requires global cooperation.

Ayatollah Khamenei Thanks IRGC for Its “Good Performance”

Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has thanked the efforts made by the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) in a message on Wednesday.

Coronavirus Deaths in Iran Cut by Two-Thirds in 18 Days: Health Minister

Iran’s health minister says the number of COVID-19 deaths in the Islamic Republic has decreased to a third ofwhat it had been 18 days ago.

Iran, Norway Discuss Coronavirus Conditions

Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Seyyed Abbas Araqchi has discussed the coronavirus pandemic with his Norwegian counterpart.