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Turkish Singer Ebru Files for Divorce from Iranian-Turkish Businessman Zarrab

Turkish singer Ebru Gündeş has filed for divorce from the Iranian-born Turkish businessman Reza Zarrab, who was recently arrested in the US city of Miami on charges of money laundering and sanctions evasion in March.

Nusra Front Commander: Americans Are on Our Side

A commander of the terrorist group ‘Jabhat Fateh al-Sham’, formerly known as Jabhat al-Nusra (Nusra Front), has revealed that the US is supplying them with missiles and such countries as Saudi Arabia and Qatar are sponsoring the terror groups.

Rouhani: Iran Dismantled Iranophobia Plot

President Hassan Rouhani says Iran has managed to prove to the world that the phobia about its peaceful technologies and defense power is baseless.

Leader Confirms Reports of His Advice to Ahmadinejad against Running for Presidency

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei implied on Monday that he has advised ex-president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad against running for next year’s presidential elections.

China to Invest in Iran’s Fishing Industry

The agriculture ministers of Iran and China signed two cooperation documents to boost cooperation between the two countries in the field of fisheries and aquaculture.

Iran to attend key oil meeting in Algeria

Iran’s media say the country’s Oil Minister Bijan Zangeneh will attend the 15th Ministerial meeting of the International Energy Forum (IEF) which will open in Algiers on 26 September. 

Iran Qualifies for 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup

Iran advanced to the semi-final of the AFC U-16 Championship India 2016 after a 5-0 victory over Vietnam at Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium On Sunday.

US Pledges Not to Punish Banks Engaged with Iran: Zarif

Iran says the United States has vowed not to punish European banks that facilitate transactions with it.

Larijani Blames Wrong Policies of World Powers for Insecurity in Region

Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani said on Sunday policies adopted by world powers have resulted in the insecurities in the region.

Iraq denies presence of coalition forces in Mosul libration operations

The Iraqi military has denied the participation of foreign troops in the upcoming operation to liberate Mosul from the hands of Daesh terrorists.

Mount Sabalan in Northwestern Iran

Located in the extreme northwest of Iran, Sabalan is the country's third highest peak after Damavand and Alam-Kuh. It is also higher than Mont Blanc in the Alps.

Senior Sunni Cleric Hails Ayatollah Khamenei’s Pro-Sunni Remarks

A senior Iranian Sunni cleric said the recent remarks by the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei about the need for respecting Sunnis were very pleasing to these Muslims.

Repetitive Unfounded Allegations Never Change Historical Realities: Iran

Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi condemned the interventionist remarks by the Emirati foreign minister, noting that thee three islands are integrated parts of Iran’s territory.

Taliban Buy Off 89 Afghan Military Posts

Nasrollah Sadeghi Zadeh Nili, the representative of Afghanistan's central province of Daykundi in the Parliament, announced that Taliban has managed to buy off 89 police stations and the Parliament is required to investigate the reasons and whereabouts without delay.

General Soleimani and Upcoming Presidential Elections: Will He Remain a Soldier?

After Major General Qassem Soleimani, the IRGC Quds Force Commander, turned down a request by the Conservatives to appear on their electoral list for presidency, an Iranian parliamentarian in an article described such suggestions as strategically dangerous.

South Korea: We’ll Kill Kim Jong Un If We Have to

South Korean Defence Minister says Seoul would even kill the North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un if it has to do so.

Anti-GMO Voices Suddenly Grow in Iran

Iran is seeing its most vociferous outcry yet over the use of genetically-modified ingredients in food production.

Iraq: Suicide Bomber Targets Shiites, Kills 7

A suicide bomber killed at least seven people who were setting up tents on Sunday ahead of a major Shiite religious observance next month, officials said.

Iran, Kenya Call for Enhancement of Bilateral Ties

Iran and Kenya have emphasized their determination to enhance bilateral cooperation in different areas, economy in particular.

Only 3 Students in a School in Northern Iran

Fatemeh and Ainaz Mohammadi and Fatemeh Mehdipour are the three students of Shahid Najafi School in Asbsara Village of Talesh County in northern Iran.

US Seeking to Strengthen Terror Groups by No-Fly Zone over Syria: Iranian Commander

The chancellor of Iran’s Supreme National Defense University cast doubt over the sincerity of the US-led coalition’s purported war against Daesh (ISIS or ISIL), saying that Washington is seeking to strengthen the terrorists through enforcing a no-fly zone in Syria.

Saudis Sees Legitimacy Tied to US Support: Iran FM

Iran’s foreign minister says the Al Saud regime is doing everything to keep the support of the United States as the kingdom sees its existence tied to such patronage.

Iran Seriously Countering Football Betting Websites

Mohammad Hossein Hamisi, the security head of Iran's Football Federation, announced that most betting activities in Iran are being led from outside the country; therefore, the Federation has started correspondence with FIFA and Interpol to counter betting websites.

Nomads in Northeastern Iran Start New School Year

Iranian nomads of Amir Abad village in Kalat County, northeast of Iran, rang in the new school year in their tribal schools.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on September 25

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Sunday and picked headlines from 18 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.