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Senior Reformist MP Urges Obama to Veto Extension of Iran Sanctions

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The leading reformist member of Iran’s Parliament called on the US administration to veto the extension of Iran Sanctions Act (ISA) recently ratified by the US Congress.
Human Rights

Drug Addict Receives 30-Year Prison Term after Torturing His Wife

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A drug-addicted man in Iran has been sentenced to over 30 years in prison for imprisoning and torturing his wife and children, according to the woman’s female lawyer.
Foreign Policy

Two Things Are Unreliable These Days: Weather and US!

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The weather forecast program aired on Iran’s state TV today made an interesting reference to recent extension of anti-Iran sanctions by the US Senate, which is said to be a violation of the nuclear deal.
Foreign Policy

Envoy Reaffirms Iran’s Close Bonds with Cuba

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The Iranian president’s representative at a farewell ceremony in Havana, held in commemoration of Fidel Castro, highlighted Iran’s unbreakable alliance with the late Cuban leader’s anti-imperialistic aspirations.
Media Wire

IRGC’s Light Aircraft Crashes in Saravan, Pilot Martyred

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A gyroplane flown by the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) for reconnaissance operations crashed in Iran’s southeastern border town of Saravan on Thursday, killing the pilot.
IFP Coverage

Colombia Plane Ran Out of Fuel, Pilot Said before Crash

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The pilot of the plane that crashed in Colombia had radioed he was running out of fuel and in an emergency, according to a recording of his final communications.
IFP Exclusive

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on December 1

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IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Thursday and picked headlines from 4 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.
Economy

Iran’s OPEC ‘Victory’ Hailed at Home

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Iran’s media have hailed what is seen at home as the country’s “victory” in multiple-month negotiations with rivals and allies at the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) over a proposed plan to reduce production and boost the prices.
Americas

Ali Daei Offers Condolences over Death of Brazilian Footballer in Plane Crash

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Iran’s football legend Ali Daei has released a message of condolence over the death of Brazilian football player Filipe Machado in the recent Columbia plane crash.
IFP Exclusive

Reactions to an Overnight Attempt to Arrest Iranian MP

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An attempt to arrest the reformist Iranian lawmaker Mahmoud Sadeqi on Sunday has sparked great controversy during the past few days in Iran.
Cultural Heritage

Iran’s Lavash Bread Inscribed at UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List

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The United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) inscribed Iran’s lavash (flatbread) in the list of its intangible cultural heritage.
Human Rights

Not All Women Have the Eyes of “Afghan Girl”

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A female member of Afghanistan’s Parliament has talked about the problems of women, refugees and the presence of foreign troops in her country.
Cinema

National Board of Review Selects “The Salesman” as Best Foreign Language Film

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“The Salesman”, the latest film made by Oscar-winning Iranian filmmaker Asghar Farhadi, has been named best foreign language film of the year by the National Board of Review.
Energy

Oil Price Soars as OPEC Members Agree on Output Cut

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Oil price has surged to one-month high after OPEC agreed to reduce its output by more than 1 million barrels a day.
Asia

Iranian FM to Start Tour of 3 Asian Countries in Coming Days

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Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif will pay official visits to India, China, and Japan in the coming days.
Media Wire

Iran’s Vahedi Wins the 2016 IBSF World Snooker

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Soheil Vahedi from Iran claimed the IBSF World Snooker Champion for the year 2016 on Tuesday.
Foreign Policy

Iran More Resolved to Combat Terrorism after ISIS Attack in Hilla: Spokesman

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The spokesman for the Iranian Foreign Ministry renewed condemnation of a recent terrorist attack near the Iraqi city of Hilla that killed many people, including dozens of Iranians, saying the Islamic Republic is more resolved to fight Takfiri terrorists after the attack.
Media Wire

Iranian Speaker’s Advisor Hails Syrian Army Victories in Aleppo

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Senior Advisor to the Iranian Parliament Speaker Hossein Amir Abdollahian in a message lauded the Syrian army for its recent victories in Aleppo province.
Media Wire

US Claims of Chopper Harassment in Hormuz Strait ‘Propaganda Campaign’: IRGC

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The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy on Tuesday dismissed as fictitious and “propaganda campaign” US claims that an IRGC vessel has pointed its weapon at an American helicopter in the Strait of Hormuz.
Africa

Libya’s Army Chief Meets Russian Defence Minister in Moscow

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Russian sources revealed that the Libyan army chief, General Khalifa Haftar has met with Russian Defence Minister, General Sergei Shoigu in Moscow to discuss the situation in Libya and the possibilities for military cooperation.
IFP Exclusive

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 29

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IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Tuesday and picked headlines from 19 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.
Asia

South Korean President Offers to Resign after Corruption Scandal

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The disgraced South Korean president, Park Geun-hye, has offered to resign and called on parliament to arrange her exit amid a corruption and cronyism scandal that has all but destroyed her administration.
Asia

Iran Takes Part in Asian Parliamentary Assembly in Cambodia

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An Iranian parliamentary delegation is attending the 9th Plenary Session of Asian Parliamentary Assembly (APA) which is underway in Cambodia.
Energy

Iran Convinces OPEC States to Return to Negotiating Table: MP

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A senior Iranian lawmaker says Iran has managed to bring OPEC members back to the negotiating table.
Media Wire

Iran Ready to Respond to US if Sanctions Renewed: Salehi

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Iran is ready to respond if the US violates the landmark nuclear agreement signed between Tehran and the group of six countries known as the P5+1 by renewing sanctions against the Islamic Republic, says the top Iranian nuclear official.
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