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Moderates’ Political Future Hinges on Rouhani’s Cabinet Line-up

A political analyst says the way Iranian President Hassan Rouhani would form his next cabinet can play a decisive role in the political future of moderates and reformists in Iran.

Iran Exporting Hand-Made Batik Shawls to Neighbours

The batik headscarves made in the northeastern Iranian city of Osku are being exported to several countries like Turkey, Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan, and Tajikistan.

Kurdistan’s Independence Not Possible for Now: Iraq President

Iraqi President Fuad Masum, himself a veteran Kurdish politician, has warned against the plebiscite on the Iraqi Kurdistan’s independence, saying such plan is a dream that cannot be realized for now.

Iran Condemns Herat Terrorist Attack

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has strongly denounced a suicide attack in front of Jawadya Mosque in the Afghan city of Herat, which left dozens of people dead or wounded.

Iran Files Complaint over Fresh US Sanctions: Larijani

Iran's Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani says the country has lodged a complaint with the joint commission supervising implementation of Iran nuclear deal over the recent US sanctions, which clearly violate the JCPOA.

8 Presidents, 19 Speakers to Attend Rouhani’s Swearing-in Ceremony

Several high-profile foreign delegations, including eight presidents and 19 parliament speakers, are going to attend the Iranian president's inauguration ceremony due to be held on Saturday in Tehran.

Iran Dismisses Saudi Claim about Visit to Diplomatic Sites

Iran has dismissed the “untrue” claims raised by a Saudi official about Tehran’s refusal to issue visa for a Saudi delegation who intended to visit their diplomatic sites in Iran.

Iran FM Urges Muslim World to Unite against Israel’s Expansionism

Iranian foreign minister has called on the Islamic society to help put an end to the culture of impunity for the Israeli regime and compel it to cease and reverse its criminal policies and practices.

Iranian, Russian Deputy FMs Hold Talks in Moscow

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Hossein Jaberi Ansari and his Russian counterpart Mikhail Bogdanov have held a meeting on Tuesday as part of their periodic meetings in Moscow.

Tehran, Riyadh Send Israel Key Message through Body Language

Iranian and Saudi foreign ministers shook hands on the sidelines of the OIC’s extraordinary meeting in Turkey in a move that could be referred to as bad news for Israel.

FM Zarif Holds Meeting with Indonesian Counterpart in Istanbul

Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif held a meeting with his Indonesian counterpart Retno Marsudi in the Turkish city of Istanbul.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on August 1

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Tuesday, August 1, and picked headlines from 13 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iranian, Turkish FMs Meet in Istanbul

Iran's Foriegn Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and his Turkish counterpart Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu have held a meeting in the Turkish city of Istanbul ahead of an extraordinary meeting of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) on Al-Quds developments.

Saudi Arabia Continues to Deny Syrians’ Right to Hajj

After Qatar’s protest, the Syrian government has also slammed Saudi Arabia for politicization of Hajj pilgrimage, saying the Saudi authorities continue to deny Syrian citizens the right to perform this Islamic duty.

Why Iran’s Missile Tests Don’t Violate UNSC Resolution 2231

Two Iranian experts of international law have discussed why the Islamic Republic of Iran’s missile tests are not against the UN Security Council Resolution 2231.

Iran, South Africa Hold Joint Political Commission Meeting in Tehran

South African Deputy Foreign Minister Nomaindiya Mfeketo, who is in Tehran for a new round of joint political meetings, has met on Monday with Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Arab and African Affairs Hossein Jaberi Ansari.

Saudi Arabia Issues Visas for Iran’s Hajj Diplomatic Team

Iran’s Culture Minister Reza Salehi Amiri says visas have been issued for members of an Iranian diplomatic delegation to Saudi Arabia for the Hajj rituals after Tehran boycotted the pilgrimage last year amid tensions with Riyadh.

Tight Security Measures Planned for Iran President’s Inauguration Day

Iran’s Interior Ministry has decided to raise security level at the Parliament from during the upcoming swearing-in ceremony for President Hassan Rouhani, a deputy minister announced.

Fortune Telling: A Booming Business in Iran Cyberspace

Fortune-tellers are cashing in on the laxity of rules in the virtual space to expand their business in Iran.

Iran FM Due in Istanbul to Attend OIC Meeting on Al-Quds

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif will depart Tehran for Istanbul, Turkey, on Tuesday to take part in an extraordinary meeting of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) on the latest developments of Al-Quds.

Iran, South Africa Call for Promotion of Bilateral Ties

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and South African Deputy Foreign Minister in a Monday meeting in Tehran discussed ways to promote mutual cooperation.

Iran State TV Correspondent Wounded in Kabul Attack

Mahdi Mahmmoud Abadi, the IRIB correspondent in the Afghan capital, has been injured in the terrorist blasts that rocked Kabul on Monday.

Russia to Lift Visa Requirements for Iranians Soon

Russian Ambassador to Tehran Levan Dzhagaryan says Iranian citizens will be able to visit Russia without obtaining a visa as of the next couple of months.

‘Turkey Puzzled by US’ Inconsistent Policies on Syria’

A senior Turkish diplomat says the US in the past years has changed its approach towards Syria crisis for so many times that Ankara is now “a bit puzzled” on what Washington’s real policy and strategy is, particularly regarding the Syrian armed opposition groups.

US Court Ruling Part of Anti-Iran War of Nerves: MP

An Iranian legislator has strongly slammed a ‘pointless and illogical’ US court ruling which urges Iran to pay compensation to the families of the victims of a bombing attributed to Hamas.