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Iran’s Security Index Rising on Daily Basis: Intelligence Minister

Iran’s Intelligence Minister Mahmoud Alavi says the country’s security index is increasing on a daily basis, while most parts of the world are witnessing a downward trend in the same field.

Iran to Boost Foothold in US Carpet Market

Iran says it has drawn serious plans to boost exports of hand-woven carpets to the United States, adding that it is already sending about a third of its total global sales to US market.

World Regards Saudis as Oil-Rich Bedouins: Report

A Saudi daily has published an article complaining about the image western media have sketched of Arabs as being rich Bedouins with oil barrels piled outside their tents.

Iran Can Reach African Markets via Lebanon: Trade Official

A senior Iranian trade official says that Iran can reach African markets through Lebanon as the country affects all economic activities in Africa.

IRGC Developing Gigantic Version of New High-Speed Craft

The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy is manufacturing a jumbo-sized version of a new high-speed military vessel that was brought into service in September, a top commander announced.

BP in Talks with Iran to Develop 4 Oilfields

Director of National Iranian South Oil Company Bijan Alipour said negotiations are underway with the British Petroleum (BP) on development of four oilfields in south of Iran.

Iran, Lebanon Share Common Opportunities, Challenges: Zarif

Iran has expressed hopes that the Saudis stop their narrow-minded policies and start helping with the fight to rid the region of Takfiri terrorism.

Iran’s Zarif, Lebanon’s Aoun Discuss Bilateral Ties, Regional Developments

Iran’s Mohammad Javad Zarif held talks with Lebanon’s newly-elected President Michel Aoun in Beirut, becoming the first foreign minister to meet with the Lebanese head of state.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 8

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

Iran Stands against Spread of Instability in Mideast: Defense Minister

Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Hossein Dehqan says the Islamic Republic is standing against any force spreading instability in the Middle East.

ISIS Leader Escapes from Mosul along with 150 Families Used as Human Shield

The Iraqi armed forces press service announced on Monday the ISIS leader has fled the Iraqi city of Mosul in the course of the operation to liberate the city.

Leader’s Military Aide Warns Iraqi Kurdistan against Cooperation with Iran’s Enemies

A top military aide to Iran’s Leader warned officials of the Iraqi Kurdistan Region, especially the Barzanis, against cooperation with Iran's enemies and terrorists.

Iraq Forces Retake Key Town on Mosul Southern Front

Iraqi forces retook a key town from Daesh (ISIL) Monday, a crucial objective on the southern front of the offensive to wrest back the city of Mosul.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 7

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Monday and picked headlines from 29 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Next US Administration Bound by JCPOA: Iran

Iran has warned that upcoming changes in the United States administration must not affect Washington’s commitment to a 2015 nuclear deal with Iran.

Terrorism Not a Proper Tool to Pursue Personal Goals: Iran President

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has underlined the need for concerted efforts by all countries to counter terrorism, criticizing certain states for using terror groups as tools to advance their personal agendas.

No Immediate Prospect for EU Office in Iran: Spokesman

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi played down expectations for establishment of a European Union office in Tehran any time soon.

Arctic Ocean May Be Ice-Free by 2045

As governments convene in Morocco for this year's meeting of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), the impact of a changing climate continues to be felt several thousand miles to the north.

Iranian FM to Start Visits to Lebanon, Eastern Europe Today

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif will embark on a visit to Lebanon on Monday, which will later take him to three countries in the Eastern Europe.

Iran Wushu Fighters Stand Second in Sanda World Cup

Iranian male and female wushu practitioners have ranked second in the 8th edition of the Sanda World Cup in China.

US Presidents All Alike, Iran Expects No Change: Senior Official

A senior Iranian official says the Islamic Republic expects to see no change in the behavior of the United States toward Iran with the comings and goings of different American presidents.

Iran Bans Pilgrims from Visiting Iraq’s Samarra over Security Concerns

Head of Iran’s Hajj and Pilgrimage Organization Saeed Ohadi announced no Iranian pilgrim is allowed to go to Samarra after the Sunday suicide bombing, which killed dozens of people, including 9 Iranians.

Iran’s Zarif Hold Talks with Swedish Deputy FM in Tehran

Annika Söder, the State Secretary for Foreign Affairs of Sweden, met with Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif on Monday in Tehran.

Iran Makes History at FIE Saber World Cup

Iran defeated Italy 45-39 to win the FIE Saber World Cup on Sunday.

ISIS Launches Chemical Attack in Iraq’s Mosul

The ISIS (also known as ISIL and ISIS) terrorist group has used mustard gas during a military clash with Iraqi troops in northern city of Mosul, a report said.