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Memorandum Signed on Creating De-Escalation Zones in Syria

Iran, Russia, and Turkey, the guarantor states of Syrian ceasefire, signed a document on creating four de-escalation zones in Syria at the conclusion of the fourth round of Astana talks held in the Kazakh capital on Thursday.

Iran President Orders Acceleration of Efforts to Save Trapped Miners

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani in a message offered his condolences over the deaths of several workers in a mine explosion in northeastern Iran, saying all administrative bodies have been ordered to expedite rescue efforts.

Ancient Artefacts, Antiquities Discovered in Northern Iran  

An Iranian official announced that a number of antiquities and artefacts belonging to the Sassanid (224-651 AD) and Parthian (247 BC-224 AD) empires have been discovered and reclaimed in northern Iran in an anti-drug operation.

“Rise in Cash Subsidies Needs MPs’ Approval”

A top Iranian parliamentarian says the issue of increasing cash subsidies, promised by certain presidential candidates, will be subject to the Parliament’s approval.

Iran, Russia Discuss Security, Ceasefire in Syria

Top Iranian and Russian security officials discussed ways of boosting security and establishing a ceasefire in crisis-hit Syria.

Bin Salman Remarks Show Riyadh’s Confrontational Policies: Iran

Iran says the Saudi deputy crown prince's remarks against the Islamic Republic are proof that the kingdom follows “confrontational and destructive policies” in the region and towards Tehran.

Iran Leader Offers Condolences on Deaths of Miners

Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei in a message extended his condolences over the deaths of several ‘hardworking’ miners in a Wednesday explosion, and called for expedited efforts to rescue the trapped workers.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on May 4

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Thursday and picked headlines from 20 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran FM Holds Talks with Top Pakistani Officials in Islamabad

Iranian foreign minister, who is in Islamabad to particularly discuss the security of Iran-Pakistan borders, met high-ranking Pakistani officials including Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif.

Iranians Celebrate National Teachers’ Day

Iranian people on Tuesday celebrated the National Teachers’ Day and paid tribute to all teachers across the country.

35 Dead in Mine Blast in NE Iran: Minister

At least 35 miners have lost their lives and scores of others been injured in a coal mine explosion in the northeastern Iranian province of Golestan, Iranian labour minister said.

Foreign Tourists Prefer Rural Houses to 5-Star Hotels in Iran’s Kerman

Figures show that there has been a significant increase in the number of foreign tourists visiting the southeastern Iranian province of Kerman over the past few years, a large number of whom have been highly interested in staying at local guest houses.

“Hamas Paving Way for Israel’s Relocation of Capital to Quds”

A top Iranian MP says any deal to return to the 1967 borders in occupied Palestine amounts to a betrayal of the Palestinian cause, and will give Israel the green light for capital transfer.

Iran to Use Drone for Cloud Seeding in Desert Areas

Iran plans to use unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to seed the clouds in the dry province of Yazd for the first time, an Iranian official declared.

“Tourism Industry in Iran Needs Greater Attention”

An Iranian MP says the expansion of tourism industry, more than any other time in Iran’s history, requires increased attention, thoughtful planning, passing and enacting administrative laws and establishment of modern infrastructure.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on May 3

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

8 Civilians Killed in ISIS Attack on NATO Convoy in Kabul

The ISIS terrorist group claimed responsibility for a deadly attack on NATO convoy in Kabul, which killed at least eight people.

Immediate Action Needed to Save Iran’s Environment: Hashemi-Taba

Iranian presidential candidate Mostafa Hashemitaba highlighted the need for urgent action to save the country’s environment with proper management of water resources and a reform in the traditional patterns of agriculture.

Iranian 3D Printers to Be Exported to World Markets

Plans are underway to expand the domestic market for producing and trading printers with 3D technology and begin export of these technological products.

Iran’s FM in Pakistan to Pursue Deadly Attack on Border Guards

The Iranian Foreign Ministry announced that the country’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif will pay a visit to Pakistan, heading a group of high-ranking political, military, law enforcement and security officials.

Rouhani, Jahangiri Defend Past Performance, Explain Future Plans

Incumbent President Hassan Rouhani and his deputy Es’haq Jahangiri, both presidential candidates, explain their future plans to deal with such issues as terrorism, tourism and economy as they defend their past performance in office.

Rouhani Vows to Decrease Average Age of Cabinet Members

Iranian presidential candidate Hassan Rouhani has promised to appoint younger ministers and deputies in his cabinet if re-elected in the upcoming votes.

FIFA Congratulates Iran on Reaching Beach Soccer World Cup Quarters

The Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) has congratulated Iran on its advancement to the quarterfinals of the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup 2017 in Bahamas.

30th Tehran International Book Fair Opens

The 30th edition of Tehran International Book Fair opened on Tuesday (May 2) in a ceremony attended by senior officials at Shahr-e Aftab International Exhibition Complex in southern Tehran.

Hungry Arab Man Divorces Wife for Sharing Food on Snapchat

A Jordanian man has reportedly divorced his wife after she stopped him from eating so that she could photograph the food and share it with friends.