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Latest News and Views from Iran and the World

Iranian Researchers Produce Eco-Friendly Bin Bags

A group of researchers in an Iranian knowledge-based company have managed to produce a kind of biodegradable garbage bag using oxidized nanoparticles.

Iranian Filmmaker to Sit on Venice Film Festival’s Jury

Prominent filmmaker Rakhshan Banietemad will serve as a jury member in the Horizons section of the 74th Venice Film Festival, August 30-September 9.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on July 25

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Tuesday, July 25, and picked headlines from 16 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran Vows Decisive Action on US Violation of Nuclear Deal

Spokesman for the Iranian Administration Mohammad Baqer Nobakht described recent US sanctions against the Islamic Republic as a violation of the 2015 nuclear deal, also known as the JCPOA, pledging that Tehran will take “a decisive action” on the issue.

Iran Condemns Deadly Attack on Afghan Hospital

Iranian foreign ministry has strongly denounced a recent terrorist attack on a hospital in central Afghanistan, which left dozens of people dead or wounded.

Iran, France’s Alstom Sign Deal for Building Railroad Cars

French transport company Alstom has signed a joint agreement for the construction of metro and suburban railroad cars in Iran.

Saudi Gunboat Hit by Yemeni Naval Forces: Source

Yemeni naval forces carried out a missile attack against a Saudi military vessel in Hudaydah, torching it off the coast of the Arab country’s western province, a military source said.

Iran’s Security Intertwined with That of Afghanistan: Shamkhani

A senior Iranian official says the security of the Islamic Republic is "intertwined with and inseparable from" that of Afghanistan, stressing the need for more bilateral consultations and exchange of experience to fight the causes of insecurity.

‘Iran, EU to Go Ahead with Nuclear Deal without US’

An Iranian lawmaker says given the US indecent stances towards the nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers, the Islamic Republic of Iran and the EU should prepare themselves for proceeding with the JCPOA without Washington.

Iranian Film ‘Zar’ among 2017 Best Horror Movies

The horror film ‘Zar’ written and directed by Nima Farahi has been selected by the Spotlight Horror Awards, an American virtual magazine for horror films, as one of the award winners in 2017.

Iranian Female Swimmer Breaks Guinness Record

Iranian female swimmer Elham Sadat Asghari says she has set a new Guinness World Record for swimming in open waters while wearing handcuffs.

IRGC Condemns Israeli Attack on Al-Aqsa Mosque

The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps voiced Iran’s strong protest at Israeli aggressive measures against Al-Aqsa Mosque, and said Zionists are fearing a new Intifada by Palestinian youth.

‘Legal Procedures in Iran None of Trump’s Business’

Iran’s Judiciary chief has dismissed a recent US statement on the US prisoners in Iran as pointless, and said legal proceedings in Iran are none of Washington’s business.

Iran Condemns Terrorist Attack in Pakistan

Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman has censured the Monday terrorist attack in Pakistan’s Lahore city, saying that resorting to violence and terror is the offspring of a degenerate ideology that has nothing to express except mindless violence and bullying.

Iran President Meets Top IRGC Commanders

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani, in a meeting with top IRGC commanders, hailed the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps' services, stressing that unity among all Iranian forces is key to serving the nation.

US Lawmaker Says Saudi Textbooks Taught at ISIS Schools

The reports that ISIS terrorists are teaching Saudi Arabia’s textbooks in their schools further prove the ideological commonalities between the two sides.

Iran, Austria to Hold Joint Tourism Training Course

Iran and Austria are taking preparatory steps to hold a joint travel and tourism training course in an Austrian university.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on July 24

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Monday, July 24, and picked headlines from 17 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

US Isolated in Efforts to Undermine Iran Nuclear Deal

Iran says the United States is in a minority of one in its destructive ambitions against the 2015 nuclear deal between the Islamic Republic and the P5+1 group, which includes the US itself.

Iranian Felt-Making Art on Road to UNESCO List

Felt is one of the traditional handicrafts commonly made by nomadic people in Iran. Shahrekord in the country’s southwest, as the hub of felt-making in Iran, is going to be registered by UNESCO as the world’s felt-making city.

Iran Strongly Condemns Kabul Terrorist Attack

Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson has strongly denounced a suicide blast in the Afghan capital of Kabul, which left tens of citizens dead and wounded.

Iranian Diplomat, Iraq’s Ammar Hakim Meet in Baghdad

Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Arab and African Affairs Hossein Jaberi Ansari has held talks with Ammar al-Hakim, the Leader of Iraq's National Alliance and a majority leader in the Arab country’s Parliament.

Millions of Hectares in Iran to Be Planted with Saplings

Plans are underway to turn millions of hectares of land across Iran into green areas to tackle dust pollution.

‘Colourful Dream of Silk Road’ at Beijing Int’l Book Fair

Iran is going to partake in 24th edition of Beijing International Book Fair as the special guest. The Islamic Republic’s slogan this year is “Iran: The Colourful Dream of Silk Road”.

Iran’s Arvand River Key to Iraq’s Integrity

Iraq’s ongoing negotiations with Iran over the Arvand Rud, the river that serves as part of the natural border between the two states, are particularly significant as the river plays a key role in the Arab country’s territorial integrity.