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Winter in Iran’s Marivan

The city of Marivan in western Iranian province Kordestan has been blanketed by heavy snow in recent weeks.

Civil War: Northern vs Southern White House

The resignation of Trump’s former national security advisor, Michael Flynn, has laid bare a fierce clash between the centres of power and factions in the White House and the Republican Party.

Trump’s Impact on English Reflected in Latest Oxford Dictionary

Oxford has added several new words to the latest versions of its dictionaries to reflect US President Donald Trump’s impact on English language.

Reformists Warned against Struggle with Establishment

A reformist analyst has urged Iranian reformists to refrain from adopting aggressive approaches towards the Establishment, by redefining their relationship as well as their role and position with and within it, respectively.  

Yemeni Army Unveils Four New Drones

Although Yemen’s army has been engaged in a war waged by the Saudi-led coalition for the past two years, it has managed to maintain its military capabilities and even develop four new types of drones to enhance its power.

Mothers Are Not Fulltime Nurses

In a recent meeting in Tehran, Iranian researchers and psychologists discussed mothers’ problems in the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Iranian FM Calls for Global Attention to Human Tragedy in Yemen

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif voiced his deep concern over the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Yemen caused by a Saudi onslaught on civilians in the Arabian Peninsula country, calling on the international community to end the protracted war.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on February 26

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

Iran’s Ex-President Ahmadinejad Writes Lengthy Letter to Trump

Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, the former president of Iran, in a letter to the US President voiced strong support for Donald Trump's stances against Washington's "corrupt" political structure and media.

“My Hat Is Off to Asghar Farhadi for Standing by His Principles”

Two prominent Iranian Americans Dr. Firouz Naderi and engineer Anousheh Ansari say they are honoured to represent Iranian filmmaker Asghar Farhadi’s “The Salesman” at the upcoming Oscars ceremony.

Iraq’s Neutrality Can Help Tehran-Riyadh Rapprochement: Saudi FM

During his unannounced visit to Baghdad, Saudi Foreign Minister Adel Al-Jubeir said the neutral stances held by Iraq can provide ground for rapprochement between geopolitical rivals Saudi Arabia and Iran.

Several Injured after Truck Rams Crowd in New Orleans

At least 28 people, five seriously, were wounded after a pickup truck hit two cars and then ran into the crowd attending the Mardi Gras parade in New Orleans, the United States.

Iran Has No Diplomatic Ties with Trump’s Administration: Spokesman

Iran’s Foreign Ministry says the Islamic Republic has no relations with the new administration in the United States.

Why General Soleimani Is Seen as Popular Hero in Iran

In a recent report, the US-based Atlantic Council has discussed why General Qassem Soleimani, the commander of IRGC Quds Force, is considered by many Iranian people as a selfless and popular hero.

Wonderful Salt Dome in Central Iran

Many tourists annually visit the beautiful salt dome and ponds located near the city of Qom in central Iran.

Israel Highlights Hezbollah’s Capabilities to Gain Sympathy

A Lebanese newspaper says the Israeli regime’s efforts to highlight the strategic weapons possessed by the Lebanese Resistance Movement Hezbollah are merely aimed at gaining more support from the US.

Iran’s Football Legend Ali Daei Takes PhD Entrance Exam

Ali Daei, the Iranian football legend, has been seen taking the PhD entrance exam in Tehran.

Dozens Killed in Suicide Attacks on Syrian Security Forces in Homs

Suicide bombers stormed two Syrian security offices in Homs on Saturday, killing dozens with gunfire and explosions including a senior intelligence officer and prompting airstrikes against the last militant-held enclave in the western city.

World Knows IRGC Helping Mideast Nations Fight Terrorism: Iranian FM

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has praised Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) for providing the highest support to regional countries in their anti-terror fights.

Iran No Longer Dependent on US for Pharmaceuticals, Medical Equipment

Iranian Health Minister Seyed Hassan Qazizadeh Hashemi said the country is no longer dependent on the US in the pharmaceutical industry and medical equipment.

US Wrestler Invited to Visit Iran with His Family

Iran Wrestling Federation has invited Jordan Burroughs, the well-known American wrestler, to visit Iran alongside his family.

Iran to Purchase 950 Tonnes of Yellow Cake: Nuclear Chief

Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) announced that Tehran will sign a deal with Kazakhstan to buy 950 tonnes of yellow cake.

Trump Will Change His Mind If He Visits Iran: US Wrestler

Jordan Burroughs, the well-known American freestyle wrestler, says he is “confident that if Trump ever visited Iran, he’d learn a lot about the people and come back to the US with a newfound appreciation for the Persians.”

7 Countries Targeted by Trump’s Ban Pose No Terror Threat to US

US security analysts have found no clear terror threat from citizens of seven predominantly Muslim countries targeted in President Donald Trump's temporary travel ban.

Israel Seeks to Divide Middle East: Palestinian Cleric

A Palestinian cleric referred to Tel Aviv’s plots to divide the Middle East, and called Muslims to coherently point their arms at Israel.