Monday, December 22, 2025

Latest News and Views from Iran and the World

Saudi Arabia Seeks to Make the World Afraid of Iran: MP

An Iranian MP has blasted Saudi Arabian foreign minister’s recent support for Trump’s anti-Iran strategy, saying that such remarks are aimed at promoting Iranophobia.

Iran, Russia to Boost Cooperation in Developing Oil, Gas Fields

A senior Iranian oil and gas official say Russia is in talks with the Islamic Republic for development of 10 oil and gas fields in Iran.

Tehran to Host First Visual Arts Exhibition of Afghan Artists

The first exhibition of visual artworks by Afghan artists is set to be held at Tehran’s Niavaran Cultural Centre.

Unity of IRGC, Iranian Army Defeats Enemies: Chief Commander

Commander-in-Chief of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Major General Mohammad Ali Jafarisays the brotherly unity of the army and the IRGC is an element that defeats the enemies of Islam and the Islamic Republic of Iran’s Establishment.

Fire at Tehran Refinery Kills Several People

At least six people died and several wounded in a fire accident at Tehran Refinery south of the Iranian capital.

Iranian Conservative Denounces Disqualification of Zoroastrian Councillor

A senior Iranian conservative figure has criticized the Guardian Council’s decision to disqualify the Zoroastrian member of Yazd’s City Council Sepanta Niknam, who had been elected by popular vote.

Is Donald Trump Really Crazy?

A political analyst says Trump pretends to be a lunatic like Nixon while seeking a new cold war like Kennedy.

Iran Preparing Infrastructure for Bitcoin Adoption

Iran is preparing the infrastructure for using Bitcoin, the first worldwide crypto currency, said Iran’s Deputy Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Amir Hossein Davaee.

Iran, Azerbaijan to Jointly Produce Buses

A senior Azeri official says Tehran and Baku will produce buses at a joint auto manufacturing company run by the two countries.

India Hosts Religious Dialogue between Islam, Hinduism

The First Round of Religious Dialogues between Islam and Hinduism was recently held at the International Centre of India in New Delhi.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on October 28

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Saturday, October 28, and picked headlines from 15 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Several Works by Iranian Artists Sold at Christie’s London

Iranian artworks at the Christie’s sales of ‘Middle Eastern, Modern and Contemporary Art’ and ‘Art of the Islamic and Indian Worlds’ fetched high prices.

23rd Press Exhibition Officially Kicks Off in Tehran

The 23rd edition of Iran’s Press Exhibition was officially inaugurated on Saturday morning in a ceremony attended by First Vice-President Es’haq Jahangiri.

Iranian Carmaker to Work with Ferrari Designer

Iran Khodro Company (IKCO), the giant Iranian auto manufacturer, plans to build cars in collaboration with the firm that designs such cars as Ferrari, Maserati, and Peugeot.

Stances against Nuclear Deal Made US Isolated: Iran

A top Iranian lawmaker says the US violations of its commitments under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action have led to Washington's isolation.

PM Abadi’s Leadership Prevented Disintegration of Iraq: Iran

Iran’s Parliament speaker says Iraq has secured three important achievements under the leadership of Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi.

Persepolis Beats Arch-Rival Esteghlal in Tehran Derby

Persepolis defeated its arch-rival Esteghlal football team thanks to a goal from Ali Alipour on Thursday.

Iran Offers Sympathy to Indonesia over Deadly Blast

Iranian foreign ministry spokesman has expressed regret over the recent explosion incident in Indonesia which killed and wounded dozens of people.

Dandeh Kebab; Delicious Iranian Grilled Meat

Dandeh Kebab is one of the original dishes of the Iranian western province of Kermanshah, which is offered to domestic and foreign tourists around Taq-e Bostan historical cultural complex.

Iran Dismisses UN Rapporteur’s Human Rights Report as “Biased”

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi says the UN special rapporteur's recent report about the situation of human rightsin Iran is a biased and politically-motivated one which lacks credibility.

Iranian FM, Niger’s PM Discuss Bilateral Ties

Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has held talks with Brigi Rafini, the prime minister of Niger, in the African state's capital of Niamey.

‘US Efforts to Divide Iranian People Futile’

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has blasted the rude, divisive, and interventionist anti-Iran allegations raised by US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson.

Iraq’s Role in Washington’s Anti-Iran Strategy

An Iranian analyst has weighed in on the roles Iraqi premier Haider al-Abadi and influential Shiite cleric Muqtada al-Sadr are playing in Washington’s agenda of diminishing Iran’s influence in the region.

Baghdad Rejects Kurdistan’s Offer, Urges Annulment of Referendum Results

Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi has called for the total annulment of the recent Kurdish secession referendum in northern Iraq, apparently rejecting the Kurdish leader’s recent decision to merely freeze the results of the unconstitutional vote.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on October 26

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Wednesday, October 26, and picked headlines from 13of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.