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Iran Urges Australia’s Respect for Law in Dealing with Asylum Seekers

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani called on Australia to treat refugees within the bounds of international law.

President Rouhani Urges Rapid Implementation of Iran-Pakistan Deals

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani called for closer cooperation between Tehran and Islamabad in all areas and stressed the need to quickly implement the agreements previously signed between the two neighboring countries.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on August 28

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

Iran Unveils National Information Network

The first phase of Iran’s national information network was launched in a ceremony in Tehran on Sunday.

Child Labour in Iranian Capital

The Young Journalists’ Club (YJC) has released photos of innocent children selling flowers near the Behesht-e Zahra cemetery in southern Tehran, capital of Iran.    

Lionel Messi Signs T-Shirt of Pro-Assad Fan

Lionel Messi, the Argentinian football legend who plays as a forward for Spanish club FC Barcelona and the Argentina national team, signed the T-shirt of one of his fans who supports Syrian President Bashar al-Assad.

Iran and Venezuela to Fortify “Strategic Alliance”

Venezuela and Iran have agreed to boost their economic cooperation, have agreements signed between the two countries’ central banks and announce a new dynamic era in bilateral relations.

Iran’s FM, Venezuela’s President Meet in Caracas

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and Venezuela’s President Nicolas Maduro held talks on a range of issues at a meeting in Caracas.

Major Kidnap Gang Smashed in Southeast Iran: Official

Iranian security and intelligence forces have managed to disband a chief kidnap and extortion gang in the country’s southeastern province of Kerman, the prosecutor general of the province said.

175 Doctors in One Small Village

A small village in Iran’s north-western city of Tafresh has earned an enviable reputation for being home to plenty of doctors.

Alternative to Death Sentence Proposed for Drug Traffickers

An Iranian judiciary official believes that the death penalty has failed to reduce drug trafficking in Iran, and alternative punishments should be given for narcotics-related offences.

Saudi Arabia Unable to Achieve Goals in Yemen: Iran’s Parliament Speaker

Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani said the Saudi regime is playing a negative role in most regional issues, Yemen in particular, stressing that Saudis have failed to reach their goals in the region.

Iran’s First Female Olympic Medallist Receives Great Rewards upon Arrival

Iranian public and private bodies and organizations have been rushing to reward Kimia Alizadeh, the young Iranian taekwondo player who won the first-ever Olympic medal for Iran, upon her arrival in Iran.

Iranian Banks to Open Representative Offices in UK, Italy, Germany

Central Bank of Iran (CBI) has reported that Iranian banks are planning to establish their representative offices in three European countries of Britain, Italy and Germany.

Iran’s Shamkhani Urges India’s Restraint in Kashmir

Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Shamkhani called on the Indian government to show restraint regarding the current crisis in Kashmir.

A Traditional Yet Comfortable Hotel in Heart of Iran

Mehr Chain Hotels are among the best hotels in Iran, serving Iranian and foreign tourists in the desert city of Yazd.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on August 27

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Saturday and picked headlines from 21 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Old ISIS Terrorists Execute Syrian Troopers

A recent video shows four Syrian soldiers in orange clothes apparently being shot dead by a number of old members of the ISIS terrorist group.

Iran Seeking Major Financial Reforms: CBI Chief

Central Bank of Iran (CBI) Chief Valiollah Seif announced plans for a comprehensive reform of the country’s financial sector, including changes in laws and regulations of the banking sector and the Central Bank.

Iraqi Town of Qayyarah after Being Cleansed of ISIS Terrorists (+Photos)

Iraqi forces managed to recapture the northern town of Qayyarah from the grip of the Takfiri [extremist] ISIS terrorist group in their push to conduct a major liberation operation in the nearby city of Mosul.

1,500 Iranians Discouraged from Joining ISIS: Minister

Iranian Intelligence Minister Seyyed Mahmoud Alavi announced that his ministry has dissuaded hundreds of Iranian youth from joining the Takfiri terrorist groups, including the ISIS.

Video Shows Five Children Executing Prisoners in Syria

A shocking new video released by the ISIS terrorist group reportedly shows a number of children, including a British boy, executing prisoners with handguns in Syria.

Turkish PM Compares Erdogan to Ottoman Sultan

Turkey’s prime minister has compared President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to the Ottoman sultan who conquered Constantinople - modern-day Istanbul - centuries ago.

Iran FM, Bolivia President Discuss Issues of Common Interest

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has held talks with Bolivian President Evo Morales.

Renowned Iranian Actor, Rashidi, Passes Away at 83

Renowned Iranian cinema and theatre actor and producer Davoud Rashidi passed away at the age of 83.