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Turkish President’s Surprising Reception of Newly-Weds

The aftermath of the failed coup in Turkey has led to surprising actions from the Turkish president, mostly in the way of a government purge, and now a more interesting one: receiving and giving a wedding gift to a newly-wed couple in presidential palace.

Retired Saudi General Visits Israel, Meets Official

A well-connected retired general in the Saudi military has travelled to Israel, in the latest indication of a growing link between Tel Aviv and Riyadh which has come to light in recent months.

Iran Condemns Kadhimiya Terrorist Blast

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson strongly denounced the recent terrorist blast which hit the Iraqi holy city of Kadhimiya.

62% Rise in Iran’s Non-Oil Exports

Iran’s exports of non-oil commodities have increased by 62 per cent in the first quarter of the Iranian calendar year (started on March 21).

Al-Qaeda Calls on Members to Kidnap Westerners in Exchange for Jailed Terrorists

Al-Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri has urged militants to kidnap Westerners and swap them for extremist [jihadi] prisoners, according to the SITE Intelligence Group.

Persian Ground Jay, Iran’s Endemic Bird in Lut Desert

Iran’s Lut Desert, which has lately been named as a world heritage site by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), is home to Pleske's ground jay or Persian ground jay as an endemic bird of Iran, an official said.

Wild Dogs Attack Athletes in Tehran’s Azadi Stadium

A few days ago, a number of wild dogs seriously attacked and injured two athletes at Tehran’s Azadi Sports Complex. The two were sent to the hospital, and one of them is in critical conditions; however, the authorities and people avoided killing the aggressive animals.

Iran’s Parliament Speaker Decries Kabul Terrorist Attack

Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani condemned deadly bomb blasts that killed scores of people in Kabul on Saturday, saying the attack was a plot to destabilize Afghanistan and create discord within the society.

Iran to Protest at IAEA over Leakage of Secret Nuclear Documents

Spokesman for Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) said the country is to send a letter of protest to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on a news story published by the American news agency Associated Press (AP) about Iran's nuclear program.

Return of Hijab to Nigerian Schools

In a move that can restore people’s hope in the judiciary, an appeals court has ruled that Nigerian girls have the right to wear the hijab headscarf to school.

Iranian Police Seize over Two Tons of Opium in Southeastern Province

Iran’s anti-narcotics police managed to seize more than 2,000 kilograms of opium in two operations in the southeastern province of Sistan and Balouchestan, the provincial police chief announced Sunday.

Iranian Families to Take Training Courses on Virtual Space

An advisor to Iranian Minister of Communications announced that specific training courses are designed to help families assimilate the culture of virtual space.

Iranian FM Zarif Starts Tour of African Countries

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif left the Iranian capital for Nigeria as the first destination of his tour of four countries in Western Africa.

Kariz Underground City in Iran’s Kish Island

The aqueducts of Kish Island in the Persian Gulf date back to 2,500 years ago. It once provided the islanders' drinking water. Today, it is transformed into an amazing underground city, with an area of 10,000 square meters. The complex is now called Kariz-e Kish.

IRGC Busts Terror Cells, Kills 23 in Northwestern Iran

Forces of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) have disbanded two terrorist groups in the country’s northwest, killing nearly two dozen of their elements in clashes.

Larijani Raps Saudi Arabia’s Open Hostility against Iran

Iran’s Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani deplored Saudi Arabia for its outright hostility against Iran and its attempts to obstruct the implementation of a nuclear deal between Tehran and six countries.

Iran Criticizes Media Hype over Munich Shooter’s Nationality

Iran’s Foreign Ministry said it could not still verify the authenticity of reports that a teenager who shot and killed ten people in Munich was of Iranian descent, stressing that, in any case, Tehran condemns terrorist attacks no matter who is behind them.

Centre for Living Reptiles in Isfahan

Living Reptiles Garden situated in Najvan Natural Park was established in 2012. It mainly aims to make people familiar with different kinds of reptiles...

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on July 24

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Sunday and picked headlines from 18 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran Condemns Terrorist Attack in Kabul

Iran’s Foreign Ministry roundly condemned suicide bombing blasts that killed scores of people in the Afghan capital of Kabul on Saturday, renewing the call for joint efforts in the fight against terrorism.

Iran’s FM Urges Shiites, Sunnis to Unite against Extremists

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif condemned the recent terrorist attacks in the Afghan capital, Kabul, calling on Shiites and Sunnis to unite against extremist groups.

Israeli Patriot Missiles, Fired at Iranian Drone, Crash into Each Other!

Last week, a couple of Israeli Patriot missiles were fired at an Iranian-made drone flying over the occupied territories, but Yasir drone evaded the missiles, causing them to crash into each other.

India Has Adopted a Lot from Iranian Culture: Indian Director

An Indian filmmaker believes that there are many similarities between the Iranian and Indian cultures and India has adopted a lot from Iran.

Iranian Official to Saudi Regime: You’ll Finally Come for Talks!

A senior Iranian official believes that the Saudi regime will come to the negotiating table once its oil incomes are over. Until that time, Iran will remain patient, he said.

Zarif’s Different Visit to Africa in Post-JCPOA Era

An Iranian official says an upcoming visit by the Iranian Foreign Minister to Africa will be a different one compared with the previous ones given the positive atmosphere created after the nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers, known as JCPOA.