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Iranian Nation to Resist Violence, Extremism: Rouhani

Iranian President on Wednesday strongly deplored deadly terrorist attacks in Tehran, expressing the confidence that the Iranian nation will confront terrorism and violence.

Iran, France Call for Enhanced Cooperation in Fight against Terror

The presidents of Iran and France voiced readiness for concerted action against terrorism after Wednesday terrorist attacks in Tehran.

Tehran Terrorist Attacks in Photos

The Wednesday terrorist attacks on the Iranian Parliament and the mausoleum of Imam Khomeini in Tehran finished after all terrorists were killed.

Tehran Terrorist Attacks Not to Influence Iran’s Resolve: Leader

Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei downplayed the Wednesday terrorist attacks on Tehran as ‘fireworks’, saying such incidents would not affect the Iranian nation’s determination to move forward.

US Condemns Tehran Terrorist Attacks

Several hours after the twin terrorist attacks in Tehran, the US State Department released a statement to denounce the tragic incidents which killed at least 13 and wounded over 45.

IRGC Vows to Take Revenge for Tehran Terrorist Attacks

Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has pledged to retaliate against those who launched two deadly raids on the capital city of Tehran on Wednesday.

World Condemns Tehran Terrorist Attacks

Heads of states and foreign ministers of several countries have condemned the twin terrorist attacks on Tehran, and offered condolences to the Iranian nation over the unprecedented incidents, which claimed the lives of 12 people.

Tehran Attacks to Boost Iran’s Will in Fight against Terror: FM

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif strongly censured the Wednesday's twin deadly terrorist attacks in Tehran, saying such acts reinforce the Islamic Republic’s resolve in fight against terrorism.

Iran Interior Ministry Releases Statement on Tehran Attacks

Following the twin terrorist attacks in the Iranian capital, the country's Interior Ministry has released a statement giving the details of the deadly incidents.

Tehran Attacks: All Terrorists Gunned Down, 12 People Dead

Iranian security forces have shot down all terrorists engaged in the Wednesday’s twin attacks on Tehran, which claimed the lives of 12 people, including a number of security guards.

10 Conditions Set by Saudi Arabia for Doha Government

A senior journalist has published the ten conditions set by Saudi Arabia for Qatar, the fulfilment of which may lead to the normalization of the severed ties between the two Arab states.

Europe Condoles Iranian Nation on Tehran Attacks

The European Union’s Foreign Policy Chief Federica Mogherini in a message offered condolences to the Iranian people over the Wednesday attacks on Tehran, which has killed and wounded several people.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on June 7

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

ISIS Claims Responsibility for Tehran Attacks 

The ISIS terrorist group has claimed responsibility for the twin terrorist attacks on the Iranian Parliament and the Imam Khomeini Mausoleum in the Iranian capital of Tehran on Wednesday (June 7).

Tehran Shooting: Details of Attack on Imam Khomeini Shrine

An Iranian official says three people were wounded and three killed, including the attackers, in a Wednesday terrorist attack on Imam Khomeini Mausoleum in southern Tehran.

Tehran Shooting: Casualties Reported after Twin Attacks

A security guard and a citizen have been killed in a shooting at the Iranian parliament and a suicide attack on Imam Khomeini Mausoleum, according to media reports.

Qatar; The Elder Brother’s Victim

Saudi Arabia will not need the terrorists’ backyard anymore. In the new situation, the older brother needs a victim, whose name is Qatar. The mantle of radical Islam fits Qatar gracefully and it could help Saudi Arabia get rid of the heavy charge that it is the source of terrorism.

Saudi Arabia Gives Qatar 24-Hour Ultimatum to Fulfil 10 Conditions

Saudis have reportedly given Qatar a 24-hour ultimatum to fulfil a number of conditions they set in response to efforts to mediate between the two Arab states.

Foreign Clothing Brands Given Ultimatum for Operation in Iran

An official at the Iranian Ministry of Industry, Mine and Trade says an ultimatum has been given to the foreign clothing brands operating in Iran to increase their production in the country and boost exports of their products from the Islamic Republic.

Explosion in Afghanistan’s Herat Kills 10

At least 10 people were killed and several wounded in the most recent blast near the Grand Mosque of Herat, Afghanistan, police officials announced.

Qatari Airlines Using Iran’s Airspace amid Row with Neighbours

While Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Bahrain have closed their borders and airspace to Qatari airlines, Iran would be the best alternative route for the country’s fights to Europe and Africa.

Iran One of Safest Countries in Mideast: Chinese Envoy

China’s ambassador to Iran Pang Sen praised the security situation in the Islamic Republic, describing it as one of the most secure countries in the insecure Middle East.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on June 6

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

Philippines Stops Deployment of Workers to Qatar

The Philippines has suspended the deployment of its workers to Qatar as the government assesses the situation in the Arab country, Labour Secretary announced on Tuesday.

Farmers in Northern Iran Start Harvesting Borage

It has been a month that local farmers in the northern Iranian province of Gilan have started harvesting the medicinal herb borage, which is also known as starflower.