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Muslims Converge on Karbala for Mourning Procession

Defying terrorists, Muslims from many regional countries and beyond continue to descend on the holy city of Karbala in Iraq for the culmination of a 40-day mourning period for an infallible Shia imam.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 16

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Wednesday and picked headlines from 24 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran Art Exhibition Uses Culture to Bridge Middle East Divides

In an art exhibition in Iran, artworks by Iranian and Arab artists have been put on display in a rare show of bonhomie in a region blighted by conflict and rift.

Assad: Trump Is Syria’s Natural Ally If He Keeps His Promises

Syrian President Bashar Assad says the US President-elect Donald Trump will become a "natural ally" if he carries out his vow to battle "terrorists."

Iran Warns US after House Moves to Renew Sanctions

Senior Iranian officials have warned the US against renewing sanctions on Tehran after the House of Representatives passed a bill on Tuesday to restore the bans in breach of a nuclear accord.

Space Should Be Part of Our Daily Lives: Iranian Official

An Iranian space official says brining the space into people`s daily lives is an important priority for Iran`s National Space Agency.

Iran’s President Urges Joint Efforts to Ensure Asia’s Security

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani called for closer defense cooperation with China and joint efforts to safeguard security in Asia.

Iran Rejects ‘Baseless’ Claims of Housing Taliban

Iran has dismissed as baseless reports by Afghan media about the presence of leaders of the Taliban terrorist group in the Islamic Republic.

Iran Defuses ISIS Bombing Plot, Confiscates 2 Tonnes of Explosives

Iran’s security forces have confiscated nearly two tonnes of explosives from Daesh terrorists in the city of Garmsar, southeast of the capital Tehran, an Iranian security official says.

UN Human Rights Bill on Iran Politically Motivated: Foreign Ministry

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has condemned a UN resolution on the state of human rights in Iran as unacceptable and baseless.

11 Islamic Countries to Attend Iranian Research and Technology Exhibition

According to an Iranian official, the representatives of 11 Islamic countries will participate in a research and technology exhibition due to be held in Iran’s Gilan Province.

Russian Frigate Targets Terrorists in Syria with Kalibr Missiles

Russian Admiral Grigorovich frigate targeted terrorists in Syria with Kalibr cruise missile strikes, Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu said Tuesday.

Terrorists Kill Journalists to Prevent Coverage of Anti-Terror Victories

A cameraman who lost his colleague, an Iranian correspondent, in a recent terrorist attack in Syria, believes that such atrocities are aimed at preventing journalists from covering the anti-terrorism victories.

Iranian Stargazers Stunned by Supermoon

A bright shining supermoon illuminated the skies around the world on Monday evening, creating a stunning view owing to the moon's closest distance to planet Earth in the past seven decades.

Iran’s Foreign Ministry to Declassify Diplomatic Documents

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says historical documents belonging to 30 years ago and classified documents dating back to 40 years ago will be released gradually.

Iran Laments Muslim Deaths in Nigeria

Iran’s Foreign Ministry slammed as unacceptable the killing of Nigerian Muslims by the police in the African country’s northern state of Kano.

2,458 Yemeni Children Killed by Saudi Brutal Attacks

Based on a report by a Yemeni rights organization, 2,458 Yemeni children have been killed by the Saudi-led coalition’s attacks.

Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 15

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Tuesday and picked headlines from 29 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Pilgrim Departures for Iraq Hit 1.4mln: Iranian Official

The number of pilgrims travelling to Iraq from Iran to perform religious rituals on Arbaeen has surpassed 1.4 million, an Iranian official announced.

American Billionaire Soros Linked to Anti-Trump Protests: WikiLeaks

American billionaire George Soros has been revealed to be a driving force behind the organizing of nationwide protests against the election of Donald Trump.

Trump’s Vows Could Benefit the World, If Realized: Iranian Politician

An Iranian politician says the promises US President-elect Donald Trump has made will be pretty beneficial to the world if they are put into action.

Iranian Official Apologizes to Tourists for Air Pollution

A top tourism official in Tehran formally apologized to Iranian and foreign tourists for the ongoing air pollution in the capital city.

Germany to Give Iran €12bn for Petchem Plans

Iran says it will soon start talks with two German companies to open a major credit line of €12 billion for the development of some of its petrochemical projects.

Obama Doubts Trump Will Scrap Iran Deal

US President Barack Obama says his successor Donald Trump is unlikely to change a nuclear deal reached between Iran and the P5+1 group.

Result of US Elections Was a Big No to American Establishment: Iran’s Judiciary Chief

Iran’s top judge believes that the results of US elections was a ‘big No’ to the country’s ruling system as they voted for a man who showed how corrupt the Establishment is.