Latest News and Views from Iran and the World

Child Refugees at Risk of Freezing to Death on Europe’s Doorstep

Hundreds of child refugees in various European countries, particularly Serbia, risk freezing to death as temperatures plunge to as low as minus -16C.

Egyptians Celebrating Rejection of Plan to Transfer Red Sea Islands to Saudi Arabia

An Egyptian court has issued a final ruling rejecting a controversial government plan to transfer two uninhabited Red Sea islands to Saudi Arabia, prompting cheers in the Cairo courtroom but potentially deepening tensions with the country’s erstwhile financial backer.

Iran Stands at 11th Place in A’Design World Ranking

A’Design Competition, the world’s most important contest in the fields of architecture and designing, has introduced 2016 top countries based on the number of designers that have been granted with the A' Design Award.

Iran’s New Nuclear Power Plants Help Save 22 Million Barrels of Oil

Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Ali Akbar Salehi says the construction of new nuclear power plants in Bushehr, southern Iran, helps save some two million barrels of oil per year.

It’s ‘Inappropriate’ to Mention Possible US Embassy Move to Jerusalem: Kerry

US Secretary of State John Kerry said on Sunday it would have been inappropriate to include in a communique from a meeting held in Paris on Israeli-Palestinian peace a mention of plans by the Trump administration to move the US embassy to Jerusalem.

ISIS Terrorists Abduct 13 Afghan Teachers

A group of ISIS militants have stormed into a religious school in Deh Bala area in eastern Nangarhar province of Afghanistan, and kidnapped 13 seminary teachers, local officials said.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on January 16

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Monday and picked headlines from 18 them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Ayatollah Sistani’s Influence in Iraq from Le Monde’s Point of View

Well-known French newspaper Le Monde has presented Ayatollah Sistani, one of the most important Shiite religious leaders, as a man whose absence will leave a massive void in the crisis-hit Iraq.

How Iranian and Saudi Clerics View Cinema

While Saudi muftis have referred to cinema as a harmful and evil phenomenon, a senior Iranian cleric says cinema is the best means to attract audiences and promote divine values and Islamic teachings.

At Least 32 Killed after Turkish Cargo Plane Crashed in Kazakhstan

At least 32 people have reportedly died in the crash of a Turkish cargo plane near the airport in the Kyrgyz capital, Bishkek.

Winter Nature of Northwestern Iran

Winter snow has covered all the trees, lakes, plains, and mountains near the city of Urmia in northwestern Iran.

Iran Denounces Bahrain’s Execution of Young Activists

Iran’s Foreign Ministry strongly condemned the Bahraini regime’s execution of three political activists, saying mounting pressure on the opposition will lead the Persian Gulf country into “political deadlock.”

Tehran’s Longest Cave in Austria Caving Guidebook

An Austrian caver has published the map of Burnik, the longest cave of Tehran, in an Austrian caving guidebook.

New Obligations for Iran Following JCPOA Joint Commission Meeting

Iranian MPs have shown mixed reactions to the recent JCPOA Joint Commission meeting on January 10. Some of them have pointed to new obligations imposed on Iran, and some referred to the US retreatment from its previous positions.

Rafsanjani’s Demise Leaves Massive Void among Reformists

A reformist politician believes that after ex-president Ayatollah Hashemi Rafsanjani’s death no one has that much ability to co-ordinate all reformist and moderate movements.

Iran’s Global Image Promoted Thanks to Nuclear Deal: Deputy FM

A senior Iranian official has highlighted the achievements of the 2015 nuclear deal both at home and abroad, saying the historic accord promoted Iran’s image in the international arena.

Sri Lanka Keen to Purchase Iran’s Crude Oil

Sri Lanka says it is still interested in purchasing crude oil as well as oil products from Iran.

Bahrain’s Execution of 3 Young Activists Stirs Public Outrage

Bahrain on Sunday executed three anti-regime activists over their alleged role in a 2014 bomb attack, amid widespread public anger against the death verdicts.

5-Month-Old Baby Shows How Ridiculous Are Spanish Laws!

A Moroccan baby was denied the permission to live in Spain because, according to local officials, she hadn’t applied for it in person!

MP Says Women’s Laws in Iran Are Inadequate

Iran’s laws fail to sufficiently protect women’s rights in family issues including marriage and divorce, said an Iranian lawmaker.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on January 15

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Sunday and picked headlines from 21 them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Depths of History in World’s Biggest Urban Caravanserai

The 135-year-old Caravanserai of Sa’d al-Saltaneh is the world’s biggest urban caravanserai located in Iranian city of Qazvin.

Iran’s President Is Temporary Chairman of Expediency Council after Rafsanjani’s Demise

Iran’s president will preside over the Expediency Council (EC) sessions until a new chairman is appointed by the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, an EC member said.

Iran’s Futsal Nominated for Best National Team of the World

Iran’s futsal team and the team’s goalkeeper have been nominated for the Best National Team of the World and Best Futsal Goalkeeper of the World, respectively.

Turkish Parliament’s Expensive Microphone Goes Missing after Brawl

A microphone in the Turkish Parliament has gone missing after an angry fight broke out among members of Parliament during debates on constitutional amendments on January 11.