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Latest News and Views from Iran and the World

What Should Iran Do If US Withdraws from Nuclear Deal

A political commentator has proposed a scenario to counter Washington’s possible withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on October 19

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Thursday, October 19, and picked headlines from 12of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran to Accelerate Development of Missile Program: IRGC

The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has taken a swipe at Trump’s hostile stances, saying Iran will continue to develop its missile capability in a faster pace.

UK Says “Persian” Gulf Is Officially Correct, Never Use Other Terms

A confidential 1978 circular shows the United Kingdom’s Foreign and Commonwealth Office had called for the use of the term ‘Persian Gulf’ in all official communications and banned the use of the fake name ‘Arabian Gulf’.

Iran Taking Tourists on Tours of Saffron Harvest

Iran’s South Khorasan province annually hosts numerous foreign tourists during the season when saffron and barberry are harvested.

‘Barzani Funneled Revenues of Kirkuk’s Oil to Personal Accounts Overseas’

A political analyst says the president of Kurdistan Regional Government, Masoud Barzani, has made the greatest profit from the oil-rich Kirkuk province over the past 14 years.

Iranian, Portuguese Universities Start Mutual Cooperation

The officials of Tehran University of Medical Sciences and the Portuguese University of Coimbra have signed an agreement for joint scientific and educational cooperation and exchange of technology.

Iran’s First VP in Ankara to Attend D-8 Summit

Iran’s First Vice-President Es’haq Jahangiri has arrived in Ankara where he plans to meet with senior Turkish officials and take part in a conference of the D-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation.

Iran’s President Calls for Enhanced Ties with Uzbekistan

Iranian president has highlighted the huge capacities for expansion of Tehran-Tashkent relations, saying the two states should cement their age-old ties in all fields.

Iran’s Top General Condemns Israel’s Violation of Syria’s Territorial Integrity

The chairman of the Chiefs of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces says Israel cannot be allowed to violate Syrian territory at will.

Europe Only Paying Lip Service to Iran: Top Security Official

Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Ali Shamkhani says Europe has not done much to prove its support for the Islamic Republic since the nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers was implemented.

Iran Navy Commander Meets European Navy Leaders

Iran’s Navy Commander Rear Admiral Habbibollah Sayyari, who is in Italy to attend the Regional Seapower Symposium (RSS), has held talks with a number of his counterparts from European and regional states.

Trump’s Stupidity More Dangerous than His Madness: IRGC General

Secretary of Iran’s Expediency Council and a former chief-commander of IRGC says US President Trump’s low level of understanding is far more dangerous than his madness.

‘Iran Has Plans to Counter US Possible Pullout from JCPOA’

Iranian legislators say Tehran has plans to deal with Washington’s possible withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal.

81-Year-Old Iranian Woman Wins Gold in China Athletics Games

An elderly Iranian woman has bagged a gold and a silver medal in international track and field contests in China.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on October 18

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Wednesday, October 18, and picked headlines from 15 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Czech Republic Interested in Investing in Iran’s Steel Industry

A senior official from the Czech Republic has voiced Prague’s interest in investing in the Iranian steel industry given the significant progress the Islamic Republic has made in this area.

German Couple Takes Cycling Trip to Iran

A German couple has cycled to Iran to get closely familiar with the Iranian culture and tourist sites.

Leader Blasts Europe for Stances on Iran’s Missiles, Regional Presence

Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution has welcomed the EU's support for the nuclear deal, but stressed that Europe's interference in Iran's defensive program and regional presence is not acceptable.

Norway Solar Firm Inks $4bn Deal with Iran

A Norwegian solar company has defied US President Donald Trump’s call for further isolation of Iran by signing a deal to invest €2.5 billion ($4 billion) in the country over the next five years.

Tehran Hosts Police, Safety, Security Equipment Exhibition

The 16th edition of International Police, Safety, and Security Equipment Exhibition (IPAS 2017) is underway in the Iranian capital of Tehran.

Iran Raps UN for Silence over ISIS Crimes against Assyrians

A lawmaker representing Assyrian and Chaldean Christians in the Iranian Parliament has accused the UN of closing its eyes on the crimes committed by ISIS against Assyrians in the Middle East.

Iran President Congratulates Kyrgyz Counterpart on Election Victory

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani congratulated Sooronbay Jeenbekov on winning the presidential election in Kyrgyzstan, expressing the hope for the expansion of relations with the Central Asian country.

Iranian, French FMs Discuss JCPOA, Regional Issues

Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and his French counterpart Jean‑Yves Le Drian have conferred on the nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers, also known as JCPOA.

Global Support for Iran to Force Trump to Retreat: Rouhani

Iran’s president has referred to widespread condemnation of Trump’s anti-Iran allegations, and said the US president will finally have to back off from his stances given the world’s support for Tehran.