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A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on January 8

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

5 Iranian Pilgrims Killed in Huge Blaze in Karbala

Several people, including at least five Iranians, have lost their lives in a huge blaze in a hotel in central parts of Iraqi holy city of Karbala on Saturday evening.

Over 60 Killed and Wounded in Fresh Baghdad Explosion

A car bomb explosion in the Iraqi capital of Baghdad has killed and wounded dozens of people according to media reports.

US Just Pretending to Be Pacifist on Issue of Palestine: Iranian MPs

A number of Iranian MPs believe that despite adopting a more moderate policy towards the issue of Palestine, the US is just following its own interests in the Middle East.

Advisor to Iran’s Leader Hails Turkey’s Withdrawal of Forces from Iraq

Ali Akbar Velayati, an international advisor to Iran’s Leader, hailed Turkey’s decision to pull its troops out of a town near Mosul in north of Iraq, expressing the hope for a thaw in relations between Turkey and Syria as well.

First Civilian Airplane Lands in Aleppo Int’l Airport

A first airplane has taken off from the international airport in the Syrian city of Aleppo in four years, during which the airport was closed due to the militancy in the Arab country.

Riyadh’s Support for Terrorism Root Cause of Chaos in Middle East: Iranian Spokesman

The Iranian Foreign Ministry has dismissed the recent allegations leveled by Saudi Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman against Tehran, saying Riyadh’s support for terrorists is the source of chaos in the Middle East.

Iran Deplores Certain Arab States for Hosting Israeli Regime’s Diplomats

A senior member of Iranian Parliament condemned certain Arab countries in the Middle East for hosting delegations from the Zionist regime of Israel.

Laft, Ancient Port in Persian Gulf Island of Qeshm

Laft Port with its ancient waterfront is situated on Qeshm Island in Persian Gulf. The port village is also known for its wells and wind-catchers.

Tour of Tehran Rewarded to Book Donors

People who donate books to a library near Tehran will receive a free ticket for a tour of the Iranian capital.

ISIS Leader al-Baghdadi Appoints His Successor

Local sources announced that the ISIS leader has appointed three men as his probable successors.

Iranian MP Slams UN’s Inaction on Syrian Crisis

An Iranian lawmaker criticized the United Nations over its inaction in Syria, and stressed that the UN Security Council should handle the crisis.

Iranian Aid Shipment for Assyrians Arrives in Iraq

The secretary of Iraqi Assyrians has announced that the Iranian humanitarian aid shipment for Assyrians has arrived in Iraq.

Arthur Miller’s Daughter Calls Asghar Farhadi “Master of Suspense”

The daughter of famous American playwright Arthur Miller whose play ‘Death of a Salesman’ was adapted by Iranian filmmaker Asghar Farhadi for his latest film, has called the Oscar-winning Iranian director the “master of suspense”.

Iran’s President Congratulates Ghanaian Counterpart on Winning Election

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani congratulated Nana Akufo-Addo on his victory in Ghana’s presidential elections.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on January 7

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

Iranian People Giving Consent for Organ Donation in Record-Breaking Numbers

The record of enrolment for post-mortem organ donation cards was broken after the director of Iranian Association of Organ Donation participated in a popular TV show.

4 Afghan Nationals Killed in 5.1-Magnitude Quake in Southern Iran

An earthquake measuring 5.1 on the Richter scale in Iran’s southern city of Khonj has killed four Afghan workers and injured four others.

Iranians to Go on Hajj Pilgrimage under Certain Conditions: MP

A lawmaker says Iran will set conditions for accepting any invitation by Saudi Arabia to resume sending pilgrims to Hajj.

300 Jellyfish Found Dead in Jask Coast, Southern Iran

About 300 dead jellyfish were found in several locations on the coast of Jask, Hormozgan Province, southern Iran.

Iran to File Lawsuit against Turkmenistan over Gas Dispute

The row between Iran and Turkmenistan over outstanding debts for previous natural gas sales is taking to new highs with Tehran saying it plans to sue Ashgabat for turning off the taps.

Iranian FM Pens Letter to UN’s Guterres on Rohingya Muslims

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has written to the United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres to demand international action to stop rights violations against the Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar.

Family of 17-Year-Old Victim Pardons His Murderer

A convict who had been sentenced to death for killing a boy at his 17 was pardoned by the victim’s next of kin.

Relics Extradited from Italy Exhibited in Iran’s National Museum

Iranian National Museum unveiled 30 Iranian relics which had been smuggled to Italy before being returned to Iran a few months ago.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on January 5

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Thursday and picked headlines from 13 them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.