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Latest News and Views from Iran and the World

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on May 12

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Saturday, May 12, and picked headlines from 22 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

First Post-ISIS Elections Start in Iraq

People in Iraq vote Saturday in the first parliamentary elections since the country declared victory over Daesh (the ISIS or ISIL) terrorist group.

Iran, Bolivia Discuss Promotion of Defence Ties in Tehran

Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Baqeri says the country and Bolivia are set to enhance military cooperation.

Iran Leader Urges Muslim States to Prioritise Scientific Progress

The Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has called on Muslim countries to invest huge efforts to advance in science and technology as it could wean them off obeying western powers.

Iran Must Escape from Nuclear Deal’s Handcuffs: Analyst

A prominent conservative journalist says Iran should not be deceived by Europe’s promises regarding the nuclear deal and must get out of the multilateral deal’s “handcuffs”, a term used by the UK to describe the JCPOA.

Zarch; Longest Qanat of Iran, World

The longest Qanat in Iran and the world is the Qanat of Zarch which is located in Central Yazd province.

Lorestan’s Shami Kebab; Fairly Sour, Extremely Delicious

Shami Kebab is one of the original dishes of Khorramabad in Lorestan Province in western Iran. It has many fans and is a fairly sour and very delicious food.

Japan, Norway Say Iran Must Reap Benefits of JCPOA

The foreign ministers of Japan and Norway held separate phone conversations with their Iranian counterpart Mohammad Javad Zarif on Friday.

Iran FM Due in Beijing, Moscow, Brussels for Intensive JCPOA Talks

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif will head to China, Russia, and Belgium later this week to hold talks with other parties to the nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers, also known as JCPOA.

Iranians Hold Rallies to Protest US Withdrawal from JCPOA

Iranians have taken to the streets across the country to vent their anger at the US over its withdrawal from a 2015 nuclear deal and President Donald Trump's incendiary rhetoric against Tehran.

Iran Leader Calls for Promotion of Book Reading Culture

Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, in a visit to the 31st International Book Fair in Tehran, called on the Iranian nation to promote the culture of reading books, especially among the youths.

Iran Condemns Deadly Attack on Shiite Mosque in Durban

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has strongly denounced the unfair attack on a Shiite mosque in Durban, South Africa.

“OIC Chief’s Anti-Iran Comments Serve Israel’s Interests”

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has strongly denounced the recent “biased and unconstructive” statements by OIC Secretary General Yousef bin Ahmad Al-Othaimeen on regional issues.

Iran Hails Malaysian Nation’s Massive Turnout in Recent Elections

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has welcomed the holding of parliamentary elections in Malaysia, which saw widespread participation by the nation.

Iran, Russia Discuss Ways to Keep Nuclear Deal Alive

In the latest round of bilateral consultations among Iran and the JCPOA parties, Russia’s Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov travelled to Tehran on Thursday to meet Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Abbas Araqchi.

Iran Denounces Israeli Attacks on Syria

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has strongly condemned the Israeli regime’s recent attacks on Syria.

Merkel Tells Rouhani Europe Will Abide by Iran Nuclear Deal

The German Chancellor says the European Union will remain committed to the Iran nuclear deal regardless of the US withdrawal.

US Main Source of Instability, Tension in Mideast: Iran

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi says the US is the biggest exporter of lethal weapons to the Middle East.

Iran, Brazil Discuss Promotion of Reciprocal Ties

Members of the Brazil-Iran Parliamentary Friendship Group have discussed issues of mutual interest with Mohammad Keshavarz-Zadeh, the Director General for the Americas at the Iranian Foreign Ministry.

Iran to Remain in JCPOA as Far as Interests Guaranteed: MP

An Iranian lawmaker has urged the five remaining sides of the Iran nuclear deal to guarantee Iran’s interests in the accord, saying the Islamic Republic will pull out of the deal if the sides remain undecided about its future.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on May 10

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Thursday, May 10, and picked headlines from 18 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

IRGC Commander Pessimistic E3 Could Save Iran Nuclear Dal

A senior IRGC commander says he is sceptical as to whether the European parties to the nuclear accord could keep the 2015 nuclear deal in place, saying the green continent could hardly get out of the US orbit.

“US Exit from JCPOA Big Opportunity to Rearrange Political Blocs”

A senior lawmaker says the pull-out of the US from the historic nuclear deal with Iran could be a milestone in the history of global politics, if governments in Europe and elsewhere dare to stand against the illogical stance of US President Donald Trump.

Normal Life Going on in Iran despite Trump’s Decision

Huge crowds of people and numerous officials continued to visit the 31st Tehran International Book Fair on Wednesday and Thursday regardless of the US withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal.

Israel, Syria Exchange Missile Fire

Forces in Israel and Syria exchanged missile fire early Thursday, during which dozens of Israeli military sites and Syrian bases were targeted.