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Iran Supports Measures Aimed at Stabilizing Oil Market: Rouhani

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani says the Islamic Republic supports any measures aimed at restoring stability to global oil markets.

Iran’s Intelligence Ministry Disqualifies 35 Dual Nationals from Working in Government Positions

An Iranian lawmaker says the Intelligence Ministry has prevented the appointment of dozens to government positions over their dual nationality.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on October 22

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Saturday and picked headlines from 23 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran Condemns US-Led Airstrike against Civilians in Iraq’s Kirkuk

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi strongly condemned a US-led coalition airstrike on a mourning procession in Iraq’s northern province of Kirkuk, which killed at least 15 women and injured many others.

Iran Releases 18 Pakistani Fishermen

A group of 18 Pakistani fishermen, who were detained in Iran earlier over trespassing the country’s territorial waters, have been released, a report said.

Iran’s Velayati: Islamic Awakening Movement Moving Forward despite Challenges

Secretary-General of the World Assembly of Islamic Awakening pointed to the plots hatched by enemies to derail the awakening movement in the region, and underscored that the movement is still alive and going forward thanks to strong popular support.

Scores Killed, Hundreds Injured in Cameroon Train Crash

Dozens were killed and hundreds wounded after crowded passenger train has gone off the tracks along the route that links capital Yaounde with economic hub Douala.

Javanmardi Voted Best Female Athlete of Month

Sareh Javanmardi was voted by the public as the Best Female Athlete of the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games for September.

Over 830 Cities and Villages Join Syria Ceasefire

A Russian source announced that more than 830 Syrian cities and villages have joined the reconciliation agreement in the war-hit country.

Iranian Spokesman Slams Bahraini Regime’s Attacks on Al-Wefaq’s Offices

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi voiced deep concerns over a series of attacks on the offices of Bahrain’s main Shiite opposition group, the al-Wefaq National Islamic Society, by the Manama regime.

Iran Says Will Bring Technicians Back Home from Kirkuk

A senior Iranian diplomat says the Islamic Republic will bring its technicians back home from the northern Iraqi oil city of Kirkuk following a deadly attack by ISIS Takfiri terrorists on a power station and other buildings near the city.

All Anti-Iran Plots Backfired on US, Israel: IRGC Commander

A senior Iranian military commander says the Islamic Republic has managed to thwart all of the plots hatched by its enemies, mainly the Israeli regime and the US.

Iran Condemns Deadly Terrorist Attacks in Iraq’s Kirkuk

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi strongly condemned Friday attacks on the Iraqi city of Kirkuk by ISIS terrorist group, which led to the killing of a number of people, including several Iranian nationals.

Hariri Backs Michel Aoun as Lebanon’s Next President

Future Movement leader Sa’ad Hariri Thursday offered an unlikely endorsement of his long-time rival Michel Aoun for the presidency, saying options to end the 2 1/2-year long vacuum were "not many."

Israel Worsening Palestinian Plight, Middle East Tensions: Iran Diplomat

Iran’s ambassador and permanent representative to the United Nations has held the Israel regime responsible for the desperate plight of the Palestinian nation and exacerbation of tensions in the Middle East.

Iran to Stand by Iraqi Nation in Anti-Terror Battle: Velayati

A senior Iranian official has reiterated the Islamic Republic’s support for neighboring Iraq in its anti-terror battle as the Arab country starts a large-scale operation to drive Daesh terrorists out of the northern city of Mosul.

Iran Climbs to 27th in FIFA Rankings

Iran climbed ten places to 27th in the latest FIFA rankings released on Thursday.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on October 20

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Thursday and picked headlines from 14 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran’s State TV Airs US Presidential Debate Live in 3 Languages

The last US presidential debate between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump was aired by the IRIB in three languages for Persian, English, and Arab-speaking audiences.

Iran Rejects “Imaginary Story” of Role in Attack on US Vessels

Iran’s Foreign Ministry dismissed allegations raised by a US general that Iran may have played a role in missile attacks from Yemen against US warships in the Red Sea, saying the fictional story reveals US confusion in supporting the brutal Saudi-led invasion of Yemen.

Oscar-Winning Filmmaker Surprises Everyone with His Latest Film

Well-known American filmmaker Michael Moore surprised people in the US ahead of the upcoming Presidential Elections with his latest film about GOP candidate Donald Trump.

Leader: US Election Shows Absence of Spirituality among American Statesmen

Iran’s Leader Ayatollah Khamenei says the US presidential elections and the remarks made by the two candidates these days indicate that there is no spirituality among US authorities.

ISIS Blows Up Government Building before Leaving Mosul

The ISIS terrorist group on Wednesday morning blew up the office of Mosul’s Governor-General before fleeing from the city.

Iran’s FM Favoring Durable Ceasefire in Syria

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has called for an enduring ceasefire in Syria to facilitate humanitarian aid deliveries to civilians in the Arab country, a lawmaker said.

Iraqi Forces Move to Retake Christian Town on Way to Mosul

Iraqi forces prepared to retake the country's largest Christian town from Daesh (ISIL or ISIS) Wednesday, a key milestone in their progress toward the terrorists’ main hub of Mosul.