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IAEA resolution opens new chapter in Iran-IAEA ties: Zarif

This resolution goes far beyond the closure of the so-called PMD and officially nullifies the previous 12 resolutions of the governing board on Iran’s nuclear program, Zarif said.

IAEA Passes Resolution on Closure of Iran’s PMD Case

The International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) Board of Governors unanimously approved a draft resolution which will close a case on the so-called possible military dimensions (PMD) in Tehran’s nuclear program.

Iranians Stage Rally in Protest at Shiite Killings in Nigeria

A group of Iranian people held a rally in front of the Nigerian embassy in Tehran on Tuesday to condemn the heavy crackdown against Shiite Muslims in the African country in recent days and the Nigerian army’s massacre of dozens of Shiites.

Who pulls the strings behind clampdown on Nigerian Shiites?

The Nigerian government is in cahoots with the Western powers, the Zionist regime and Takfiri-Salafi groups to push the Shiites to the sidelines or eliminate them.

People are entitled to governing their country

Ayatollah Rafsanjani has said that students should remain vigilant not to let infiltrators poison the atmosphere, cause differences and shatter unity in the country.

Female partisans prepare to take on Daesh (PHOTOS)

These female fighters of Christian faith are now battling Daesh terrorists alongside Kurdish Peshmerga and Yazidi fighters.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on Dec. 15

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of newspapers on Tuesday and picked headlines from 22 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran condemns terrorist attack in Pakistan’s Parachinar

Iran says such heinous acts are meant to serve the interests of the enemies of Pakistan and the Islamic world, adding, “Terrorists seek to upset peace and stability in Pakistan.”

Iran to sell 10 tons of enriched uranium to Russia: Deputy FM

A document has been signed on redesigning Arak Reactor and Iran is currently in talks with China for signing an agreement on modernizing the reactor, Araghchi further said.

US Congress bill is in contradiction to nuclear deal: Spokesman

Iran says the US Congress bill on Iranian nationals entering the US is in contradiction to both international free trade and basic human rights principles.

US automakers can invest in Iran: Deputy industry minister

The deputy trade minister has said that the US import ban only applies to consumer products and should not be generalized to other areas.

Ettela’at managing editor arraigned: Spokesman

Prosecutors allege that the head of the Ettela’at daily has acted against a directive of theirs which is based on a decision of the Supreme National Security Council.

Iran to Check Possible Breach of JCPOA in US Visa Waiver Bill: Diplomat

Iranian deputy foreign minister for legal and international affairs says Iran is negotiating with P5+1 and with the European Union’s foreign policy coordinator on the recent legislation passed by the US House of Representatives.

Iranian Diplomat: No Disagreement between Iran, Russia over Syria

The Iranian deputy foreign minister for Arab and African affairs says both Iran and Russia “are seriously helping the Syrian army in fighting against terrorism”.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on Dec. 14

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

Sixth Development Plan: To trim a fat government

The Sixth Development Plan proposed by the government is to help bring changes to the economic, energy and industrial sectors as well as government recruitments.

Iran calls on Nigeria to respect religious figures, sites

Iranian Foreign Ministry says Iran hopes that preservation of calm and national unity in Nigeria in battling terrorism is prioritized while rash and unconstructive measures are avoided.

Iran: Sanctions to be lifted in ‘next few days’

The Iranian oil minister calls on leading energy companies to re-open their offices in Iran in order to get Iranian support. Tag: Iran-sanction

A third World War may be in the cards: Iranian official

The Secretary of Iranian Expediency Council says Iran can presently use its active diplomacy to bring Turkey and Russia close to each other and temper tensions between them.

Rasht designated as UNESCO Creative City of gastronomy

The Iranian city of Rasht gets UNESCO’s recognition as one of the best places in the world as far as cookery is concerned.

A female athlete whose career is built on ice

Iran’s female ice climber, who has won national and Asian medals, says she has set her sights on an Olympic medal.

Iran denounces PGCC claim on Persian Gulf islands as “baseless”

Repetition of the baseless allegations has no effect on the territorial integrity of the Islamic Republic of Iran,” the Foreign Ministry spokesman said.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on Dec. 13

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of newspapers on Sunday and picked headlines from 21 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran urges vigilance against plots to harm Tehran-Baku ties

Iran says following close consultation between Iranian and Azeri officials, a more suitable condition has been created for Azeris to respect Islamic ceremonies as well as the sanctity of religious sites in Azerbaijan.

Iran arrests main culprit behind 2014 attack

All six individuals inside a building stormed by security forces in the town of Zahak were arrested, the provincial police chief said.