Friday, November 15, 2024

Latest News and Views from Iran and the World

Iranian President Unveils Two New Homegrown Satellites

Iran has put on display its latest achievements in the area of space technology during a ceremony attended by President Hassan Rouhani and other senior officials.

Why Trump’s Travel Ban Is Pointless

Malaysian columnist Azmi Sharom says US President Donald Trump’s executive order to ban anyone from Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria and Yemen from entering America is not only discriminatory, but also foolish and pointless.

Iran’s Leader Pays Tribute to Imam Khomeini and Martyrs

Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution attended mausoleum of Imam Khomeini on Wednesday morning to commemorate the late founder of Islamic Republic as well as martyrs.

School Built in Iran Thanks to Waste Paper Sale

As a result of the plans Iranian government is implementing to raise students’ awareness about environmental protection, a school has been constructed with the money provided by selling pupils’ waste paper and old books.

Winners of Fajr Int’l Theatre Festival Announced

The 35th edition of Fajr International Theatre Festival, Iran’s most prestigious theatre event, has announced its winners.

President Rouhani Calls for Global Cooperation against Terror

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani underscored Tehran’s resolve to fight terrorism in the region, but at the same time urged global cooperation against the inauspicious phenomenon.

France’s Support for MKO Terrorists Sends Unfriendly Message to Iran

A top Iranian official criticized France for its support for the anti-Iran terrorist Mojahedin Khalq Organization (MKO), stressing the need to fight any type of terrorism with full force.

Missile Test Is Iran’s Absolute Defensive Right

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman referred to missile tests as one of #Iran's “inalienable and absolute” rights in order to defend its security and national interests, and stressed that no country or international body can have any say in this regard.

France Showing Strong Support for Enhancing Its Ties with Iran

France is using a visit to Tehran by its Foreign Minister Jean-Marc Ayrault to show its support for the expansion of economic relations with Iran in the face of growing tensions resulting from what many see as the unfolding anti-Iran approach by US President Donald Trump.

Airbnb Praises Iran’s Beauty, Lauds Iranians’ Hospitality

While US President Donald Trump has banned Iranian citizens from entering the US, the well-known home-sharing company Airbnb has lauded Iran’s beauty and Iranian people’s hospitality, pledging support for the travellers harmed by Trump’s visa ban.

Retired Teacher’s Body Organs Donated after his Brain Death

The family of a 64-year-old retired teacher gave their consent to transplant his body organs after his brain death in southwestern Iran.

Iran and Luxembourg Plan to Remove Visa Restrictions for Travellers

A senior official with the Iran-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Iralux) said Tehran and Luxembourg City plan to take measures to facilitate the issuance of visas for the two countries’ travelers.

Iraqi Parliament Bans American Citizens’ Entry for 90 Days

The Iraqi parliament has approved a "reciprocity measure" after US President Donald Trump's executive order temporarily banning citizens from Iraq and six other Muslim-majority countries from entering the United States.

Iranian President Opens Mideast’s Largest Grain Refinery

In a Tuesday visit to Alborz Province, President Hassan Rouhani inaugurated ‘Zar Grain Refinery’ as the largest of its kind in the Middles East and the first one in Iran.

Nuclear Deal to Be Implemented Even without US: Iranian MP

An Iranian lawmaker says Iran nuclear deal is a binding agreement and a UNSC resolution, and all parties to it are obliged to fulfil their commitments under the deal no matter what approach the US adopts.

Ancient Festival of Sadeh in Southern Iran

Iranian Zoroastrians, and even some non-Zoroastrian Iranians, annually celebrate Sadeh, an ancient Iranian festival that takes place 50 days before Nowruz, the Persian New Year.

“American Dream” Is Merely a Dream: Iranian Artist

A well-known Iranian pop singer has protested against Trump’s racist decisions, particularly his executive order that bans the citizens of several Muslim countries, including Iran, from entering the US.

Iranian Art and Culture Put on Display in Belarusian Capital

Over 100 artworks have been put on display in Minsk, the capital of Belarus, as part of the Iranian Art Exhibition that opened in the art gallery of University of Culture in Minsk on 30 January.

Recovery of Iran’s Shrinking Lake Urmia on Track despite Setbacks

The 10% decrease in precipitation within Urmia's catchment area during the current water year (started Sept. 22) compared to the previous year has hindered the lake's restoration.

IRGC General Slams British PM’s Remarks against Iran

A top official of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) slammed as “a political mistake” British Prime Minister Theresa May’s new comments against Iran, saying Britain seeks to create tension in the Middle East.

Conservative Figure Calls for Iran President’s Stronger Reaction to Trump

An Iranian conservative figure has asked Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani to give a stronger response to US President’s rudeness and impoliteness towards Iranian nationals.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on January 31

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Tuesday and picked headlines from 26 them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

France to Double Number of Visas Issued for Iranians: FM

During his ongoing visit to Tehran, French Foreign Minister Jean-Marc Ayrault declared his country will double the visas available for Iranians in 2017, in what appears to be a response to US President Donald Trump's controversial travel ban which has targeted several Muslim countries including Iran.

Iran Starts Celebrating 1979 Islamic Revolution’s Anniversary

Ten-Day Dawn celebrations have kicked off across Iran, marking the run-up to the 38th anniversary of the 1979 Islamic Revolution, which put an end to the monarchy of the US-backed Pahlavi regime in the country.

Nigerian Man Dies at 93, Leaves His 130 Wives Alone

A Nigerian man, who used to be a Muslim preacher, has died at the age of 93 with at least 130 wives.