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Iran’s Larijani Regrets UN Official’s Statement on Execution of Terrorists

An Iranian judiciary official in a letter regretted UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Zeid Ra’ad al-Hussein’s criticism of Iran’s recent execution of a number of terrorist elements.

Iran’s Zarif Warns US against JCPOA Violation

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif warned US against its lack of commitment to nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers, stressing that the Islamic Republic is pursuing the implementation of the deal with “seriousness”.

Iran and Armenia Lift Visa Regime

Iran and Armenia have lifted their mutual visa regime enabling their citizens to freely commute between the two countries.

President: Iran Committed to Helping Muslims on Request

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani reaffirmed Tehran’s commitment to assisting the Muslim people at their request for any help in the fight against terrorists wherever they happen to be.

Iran’s Judiciary Confirms Execution of Iranian Academic over Espionage

Iran’s Judiciary Spokesman Gholam-Hossein Mohseni Ejei confirmed on Sunday, August 7, that the Iranian nuclear academic Shahram Amiri has been executed after being convicted of espionage for the US.

Iran and South Korea Ink Water Treatment Deal

South Korea is about to help Iran on water supply and management and wastewater treatment under three memorandums of understanding signed in Tehran on Sunday, August 7.

Iran, Russia map out rival to Suez Canal

A major project to foster trade connectivity through a less trodden path straddling a promising market is about to feature prominently in discussions when...

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on August 7

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Sunday and picked headlines from 19 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

President Rouhani Lauds Iran-Russia ‘Strategic’ Ties

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani praised the growing relations between Tehran and Moscow, saying that the two countries have close cooperation in various areas at regional and international levels.

Iranian Cleric Surprises Europeans by Playing Billiard and Bowling

While playing bowling and billiard is usually frowned upon by many Islamic scholars, a young cleric from Iran’s north-eastern city of Mashhad has attracted...

Afghanistan’s Security Is Iran’s Core Policy: Zarif

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the progress and security of Afghanistan is among the Islamic Republic’s core policies.

No Hitch to Developing Iran-Pakistan Banking Relations: Zarif

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says there is no obstacle in the way of the expansion of banking relations between Iran and Pakistan.

Iran to Gain 9% Share of Global Fermentation Industry by 2025

Although there is a long way ahead of the country, Iran should stride forward to increase its share of the world’s fermentation industry by the year 2025, an Iranian official said.

Rouhani, Putin, Aliyev to Discuss Fight against Terrorism in Baku

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and the President of Azerbaijan Republic Ilham Aliyev will hold a trilateral meeting in Baku on August 8 to confer on various issues including the expansion of defence and security cooperation.

General Soleimani to Play Major Role in Mosul Operation: Iraqi Spokesman

Spokesman for the Iraqi popular forces Ahmed al-Assadi confirmed that the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Quds Force Commander Major General Qassem Soleimani will play a major role in the upcoming operations to liberate Mosul.

Families of Saudi Soldiers Hold Protest Rally against Yemen War

Hundreds of family members of the Saudi soldiers and officers fighting in Yemen war gathered in front of al-Yamama palace in Riyadh to call for the return of their beloved ones from the unjustified aggression.

Commander Says Emergence of Takfiris Part of West’s Plot against Islam

Lieutenant Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Brigadier General Hossein Salami said certain Western countries are behind a plot to prevent the spread of Islam in the West by giving rise to Takfiri terrorist groups.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on August 6

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Saturday and picked headlines from 22 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran’s Supertanker, Container Ship Collide in Singapore Strait

A large container ship has collided with an Iranian supertanker in the busy Singapore Strait, causing damage to both vessels, but no injuries or oil pollution, the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) says.

Clinton, Trump No Different to Iran: Leader’s Adviser

A senior adviser to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says Iran sees no difference between the US presidential candidates from the Democratic and Republican parties.

Iran Eyes Developing Joint Strategies with Afghanistan

Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council voiced the country’s readiness to devise joint strategies with neighboring Afghanistan in various areas, such as political, economic and security as well as border issues.

Iranian Female Flag Bearer Competing in Rio Olympics and Paralympics

Hours after making her Olympic debut, Iranian archer Zahra Nemati carried her country's flag in the opening ceremony on Friday.

JCPOA Proves Washington Is Not Trustworthy: Politician

The nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers, known as JCPOA, proved that the US administration is not a reliable party, a former Iranian official said.

Israeli Company Hacks ISIS Telegram Group, Reveals Attack Plans

An Israeli cyber intelligence company hacked a Telegram messenger group belonging to the ISIS terrorists, local media reported on Friday.

Opening Ceremony of Rio 2016 Olympics

The 2016 Summer Games was kicked off with the opening ceremony in the Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro on Friday night. 63 Iranian...