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Latest News and Views from Iran and the World

Iran Playing ‘Very Important’ Role in Iraq’s Economy: Minister

Iraqi Minister of Electricity Qasim Al Fahdawi has hailed Iran's crucial role in Iraq’s economy, calling on the Iranian companies to play a more active role in reconstruction of the Arab country.

French FM’s Talks in Tehran Make Headlines on March 6

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Tuesday, March 6, and picked headlines from 20 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Europe Going to Extremes in Appeasing Trump: Iran FM

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Europeans are going to extremes to keep Washington in the nuclear agreement, but that would finally deal a heavy blow to the EU itself.

Iran, Russia Discuss Joint Cultural Cooperation in Moscow

The first meeting of the Joint Cultural Cooperation Committee between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Russian Federation has been held in the Russian capital of Moscow on March 5.

Local Games Festival Held in Iran’s Bushehr Province

A festival of local games has been held in the city of Dalaki in Dashtestan County of Bushehr Province, southern Iran, on March 5. 

“Trump’s Strategy of Gaining Concessions to Grip All Countries”

A senior political analyst has called on the EU to reinforce its independent role vis-à-vis the US, warning that Trump’s policy of gaining concessions will spill over to all countries, especially Europe.

Iran’s Leader, President Plant Saplings on Arbour Day

The Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei and Iranian President Hassan Rouhani have planted saplings on Arbour Day.

Iran Urges EU to Compel US to Abide by Nuclear Deal

The US is hindering to European Union's adherence to Iran's historic nuclear deal, says Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif.

“Louvre in Tehran, Chance to Promote Friendship among Iran, France”

Iran’s Vice-President Ali-Asghar Moonesan says the ongoing exhibition of Louvre Museum’s items in Tehran can contribute to lasting peace in international relations as well as friendship between the two nations of Iran and France.

Iran’s Beauties in Photos: Talesh Cottages Covered by Snow

The recent snowfall in the mountainous region of Talesh, Gilan Province, has created a picturesque landscape in the area.

No One Allowed to Hold Talks over Iran’s Defence Capabilities: IRGC

A senior Iranian military official says nobody has the right to negotiate with foreigners over Iran’s defence and missile capabilities.

Nuclear Deal Breakdown to Be Matter of Regret for All Parties: Rouhani

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani says if the nuclear agreement breaks down, it will be a matter of regret for all the parties to the deal, but the Islamic Republic is ready for any possible conditions.

France Committed to Iran Nuclear Deal despite US Pressure: FM

French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian has reiterated the strong support of the EU, France in particular, for the implementation of the Iran nuclear deal despite the US stonewalling.

Telegram Messaging App Back in Iran after Going Down

Telegram, the most popular messaging app in Iran, experienced some problems on Monday February 5, but the messenger is now back, relieving millions of its Iranian users.

Exhibition of Louvre Museum’s Items Opens in Tehran

An unprecedented exhibition of dozens of artworks and relics belonging to France’s Louvre Museum has been opened to visitors in Tehran.

Iran, Turkey Discuss Bilateral, Regional Issues in Tehran

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and Chairman of the Turkish Parliament's Foreign Committee Volkan Bozkir have sat for talks in Tehran on bilateral and regional issues.

Iran Slams Europe’s Policy towards US Regarding JCPOA

Ali Shamkhani, the Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC), says the EU’s policy in giving concession to the US in order to satisfy Washington to remain in the nuclear deal is a sign of the bloc’s passivity and surrender to Trump’s psychological games.

Iran Calls China, Russia Its Priorities for Cooperation

A senior Iranian lawmaker says China and Russia are the Islamic Republic’s priorities for cooperation, adding that if the western countries follow the rules of the game Tehran likes to work with them as well. 

French FM Starts Tense Talks in Tehran amid Public Protests

Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian is in Tehran for a two-day visit which is expected to be far from easy after a series of harsh statements made by French leaders about Iran's missile program and its role in the Middle East.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on March 5

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Monday, March 5, and picked headlines from 20 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran Blasts French FM’s Threatening Remarks

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman has lashed out at the anti-Iran comments made by French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian ahead of his visit to Tehran.

“CTBT Has No Monitoring Activities, Equipment in Iran”

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman has dismissed the claim that the US government has issued the permission to export surveillance equipment to intensify supervision over Tehran’s nuclear program and the implementation of the Iran nuclear deal.

Iranian Diplomat, Syrian President Meet in Damascus

Senior Advisor to Iran’s Foreign Minister in Political Affairs Hossein Jaberi Ansari has held talks with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad during his visit to Damascus.

Iran Ready to Work with France in Resolving Regional Woes, Rouhani Tells Macron

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says Iran and the EU member states have already established ‘very good’ cooperation on regional issues and added the cooperation can play a key role in restoration of peace and security to the region.

Iran FM Says His Meeting with Kerry Not Confidential

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has rejected cetainmedia reports on his meeting with former US Secretary of State Johan Kerry on the sidelines of Munich Security Conference, saying the meeting was not a secret one.