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Iran Marks Red Cross Day by Creating Largest Peace Painting

A group of Iranian artists have created the country’s biggest peace painting to commemorate the World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day, May 8.

5 Tips to Keep Your Back Safe When Travelling

One thing, particularly for the elderly, to consider while travelling is the state in which one’s back is. This article offers you just a few tips to consider when travelling.

US Withdrawal from JCPOA Grabs Headlines in Iran

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Wednesday, May 9, and picked headlines from 16 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

US Exit from JCPOA Not to Cause Any Problem for Iran Economy: Central Bank

The central bank of Iran dismissed concerns about the negative consequences of the US withdrawal from the 2015 nuclear deal, saying it has already devised plans to prevent any harm to the country’s banking system and to satisfy demands for hard currency.

US First Side to Lose after Iran Deal Withdrawal: Erdogan

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan says the United States will be the one to lose after President Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw from the nuclear pact with Iran.

E3 Must Give Guarantee to Keep Iran in Nuclear Deal: Leader

The Leader of Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the continued commitment of Iran to the 2015 nuclear accord hinges on “enough assurances” from European countries, after President Donald Trump pulled US out of the pact on Tuesday.

Iran to Engage in Intensive Talks with Europe over JCPOA

Iran's parliament speaker says the Iranian government will wait a few weeks before deciding how to respond to US withdrawal from the 2015 nuclear accord.

Iran Glad that US Pulled Out of JCPOA: Army Chief

The commander of the Iranian Army also said he is glad that the controversial US president pulled the country out of the landmark 2015 nuclear agreement, as it proved Washington is a hopeless case.

“Iran Shouldn’t Have Accepted JCPOA from Very First Day”

Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces says Iran, from the very first day, was not totally in favour of the 2015 nuclear accord, which is now at stake after US withdrawal.

Europe Cannot Save Iran Nuclear Deal: IRGC Chief

IRGC Chief-Commander Major General Mohammad Ali Jafari says the Iran nuclear deal will eventually collapse, as he believes European parties to the accord will fail to distance themselves from the US and side with Iran.

Israeli Jet Fighters Attack Syrian Army Position South of Damascus

Israeli jet fighters have just attacked a military base south of Damascus amid rumours that Iran is preparing for a retaliatory attack on Israeli positions shortly after US President Donald Trump announced his country’s withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal.

IRGC Commander Says Tehran Ready for Most Dangerous Scenarios

A senior commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the Iranian nation is prepared for the "most dangerous scenarios of threats" against Iran as US President Donald Trump is expected to announce a decision on the 2015 nuclear deal with Iran.

“Talks with Other JCPOA Parties to Determine Iran’s Response to US Exit”

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the Islamic Republic’s decision to remain in or pull out of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action after the US withdrawal will depend on the result of his upcoming negotiations with other sides of the deal.

Iran to Prepare Itself for Resuming Uranium Enrichment: Rouhani

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani, in a live speech after Trump’s withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal, announced that Tehran will resume its uranium enrichment at an industrial level if other parties to the accord fail to keep the Islamic Republic in the JCPOA.

Analysts in Iran Differ on Repercussions of Trump’s Decision

Several Iranian figures have commented on the possible impact of Donald Trump’s antagonistic approach towards JCPOA, as the controversial US president is preparing to announce his stance on the fate of the 2015 nuclear deal.

Nehchir Citadel; Historical Structure in Heart of Iran

Nehchir Citadel is a historical building located near the city of Mobarakeh in Isfahan Province, central Iran. The magnificent structure dates back to the Safavid era, and has been restored during the Qajar period.

Three Iranian Handicrafts Nominated for UNESCO Award

At least three handicrafts from southern Iranian province of Khuzestan have been nominated for the UNESCO Award of Excellence for Handicrafts.

Tehran Wants “Win-Win” Relations with World: Rouhani

President Hassan Rouhani says Iran seeks “constructive” and “win-win” relations with the world, but will continue down the path of development at home regardless of any sanctions against the country.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on May 8

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Tuesday, May 8, and picked headlines from 21 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran First VP Rules Out Negotiations with US ahead of Trump Decision

Iran's First Vice-President Es'haq Jahangiri says Tehran is not going to enter into new talks with the US, as trying to reach new agreements with a country who has a terrible record in fulfilling its obligations would be “foolish”.

Lebanese Nation Said “Big No” to US, Israel: Iran

Iran’s parliament speaker hailed the outcome of Sunday’s election in Lebanon as a response to the hostile policies of the US and Israel towards Lebanon, such as their attempts to upset the Arab country’s security by supporting terrorists.

Freaky ISIS Stunt in Crowded Mall in Tehran Sparks Controversy

Shoppers and cinemagoers in a major mall in central Tehran were terrified to death on Monday night when they saw a group of ISIS terrorists, with guns and horses, entering Kourosh Mall and Cineplex, shouting “Allahu Akbar”, and intimidating the citizens.

Mobile Café in Tehran Promotes Book Reading Culture

A mobile café and library has provided the citizens of Tehran with a unique opportunity to spend several hours of their free time reading books along with friends.

Seven Iranian Professors Receive ITU Standards Approval

A number of Iranian professors have managed to receive the standards approval of the International Telecommunication Union and now can hold ITU workshops across the globe, said an academic official.

President Hints Iran May Stay in Nuclear Deal after US Withdrawal

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said if the US decided to scrap the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), the other parties should guarantee that Iran will get all it wants from the 2015 nuclear agreement.