Sunday, November 17, 2024

Latest News and Views from Iran and the World

Simplicity of Iranian Architecture’s Complex Geometry

The famous architecture website Arch Daily has reviewed the geometry and materials used in Iranian architecture and its fantastic use of brick or adobe elements.

Kuwait Not Interested in Following Saudi Policies on Iran: MP

A senior Iranian lawmaker says Kuwait is not keen to continue following up Saudi Arabia’s hostile policies towards Iran.

Iranian Diplomat Hails ‘More Peaceful Atmosphere’ in Syria Talks in Astana

Head of Iran’s diplomatic team in the latest round of negotiations between the Syrian government and the rebel groups in the Kazakh city of Astana hailed a “calmer and more conciliatory” atmosphere in the peace talks than the previous round.

Iran’s Leader Thanks Wrestling Team for Efforts Leading to World Title

Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei in a message appreciated the efforts made by the managers, coaches, and athletes of Iran’s wrestling team, which managed to win the top position in the recent Freestyle World Cup in Kermanshah, western Iran.

Iranian Airline to Purchase 100 Rolls-Royce Jet Engines

Iran’s Aseman Airlines has reached an agreement with British luxury-car and aero engine manufacturer Rolls-Royce to buy one hundred Tay-650 turbofan engines.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on February 18

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Saturday and picked headlines from 27 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Israel Only Mideast Regime Possessing Nukes: Iranian FM

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif rejected the recent allegations against Tehran’s peaceful nuclear program by the Israeli regime as “fake news”, saying that Tel Aviv is the only regime in the Middle East region that possesses nuclear arsenals.

Iranian Reformists Propose Motion to Punish Speech Disruptors

A group of reformist and pro-government members of the Iranian Parliament have, in a recent move, proposed a plan to guarantee the security of the ceremonies held in the country by imposing punitive measures against speech disruptors. The motion, however, has received a negative reaction from the opposing party.

Iran’s Oil Output Slightly Affected by Power Cut in Khuzestan

The temporary power failure caused by the extremely high level of humidity and dust pollution in Iran's southwestern province Khuzestan has slightly decreased the country's oil production, but it won't influence Iran's OPEC commitments.

Amid Iran-US Tensions, Wrestlers Emerge as Sports Diplomats

Unlike in politics, where Iranian and US administrations have major problems with each other, in wrestling there is a great deal of awe and respect between the US and Iran.

Iran’s President Congratulates Wrestling Team on World Title

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani praised the country’s wrestlers for their championship at the 2017 Freestyle World Cup in the western Iranian city of Kermanshah.

Iran’s FM Not to Meet US Secretary of State in Munich

Iranian Foreign Ministry announced that Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif will not hold any meeting with his US counterpart on the sidelines of the ongoing Munich Security Conference.

Several Areas in Iran Gripped by Inclement Weather

Blizzard, snow drifts, and flooding have besieged cities in several Iranian provinces, while cutting off access to many villages in other areas.

Iran’s FM Says US Troops in Syria Will Fan Flames of War in Mideast

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says any bid by the US to dispatch ground troops to Syria to allegedly fight Daesh Takfiri terrorists in the country would fan the flames of extremism in the Middle East and adversely impact the security of the whole world.

Iran Strongly Denounces Deadly Terrorist Attack in Pakistan

The Iranian Foreign Ministry condemned a terrorist attack in neighboring Pakistan, which killed 76 people and injured many others, describing it as a “brutal and savage” act.

Tehran to Launch Open-Top Bus Tours ahead of Nowruz

Tehran's tourism authority plans to launch the much-touted "hop-on hop-off" bus tours of the city before the two-week Norouz (Iranian New Year) holidays start on March 21.

Iran, Japan Highlight Women’s Role in Development

The second round of the Joint Iran-Japan Symposium ‘Women, Education, and Economic Empowerment’ held in Tokyo concluded on Friday.

Iranian FM Holds High-Profile Meetings in Munich

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif met a number of his foreign counterparts and top officials on the sidelines of the 53rd edition of the Munich Security Conference (MSC) in Germany.

Iran Defeats US to Win 2017 Freestyle World Cup

The Iranian men’s national freestyle wrestling team has claimed the top position at the end of the 2017 Freestyle World Cup in the western Iranian city of Kermanshah, after trouncing the American side in the title challenge.

Hand-Made Lamborghini with Buick Engine Displayed in Tehran Auto Show

A hand-made yellow Lamborghini with an 8-cyllynder Buick engine has been put on display in the ongoing international car exhibition in Tehran.

Iranian Minister Apologizes to Nation over Dust Pollution Crisis

Iran’s Agriculture Minister apologized to people for the dust pollution crisis which led to severe problems in southwestern province of Khuzestan, stressing that efforts are underway to cope with the issue as soon as possible.

Cultural Activity Needed to Save Endangered Animal Species

An Iranian lawmaker stated that to protect Iran’s environment and rare species, the government has to raise the public awareness on this subject.

Yemeni Forces Fire Ballistic Missile at Saudi Airport

Yemeni army forces and allied fighters have fired a ballistic missile at an airport inside Saudi Arabia in retaliation for the kingdom's bombing of a funeral which killed at least nine civilians on Wednesday.

Iran Keen to Increase Investments in Iraqi Projects

An Iranian trade official announced that the Islamic Republic plans to boost its investments in the neighbouring Iraq.

US President Accuses Iran of Seeking to Develop Nukes

US President Donald Trump has once again accused Iran of seeking to develop nuclear weapons, arguing that he would prevent Tehran from ever gaining nukes.