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Minister: Iran can be a health hub for regional countries

Dr. Hassan Hashemi has said that the Health Ministry will seize the opportunity in the post-sanctions era to upgrade the health services it renders to the public, asking foreign investors to invest in Iran’s health infrastructure.

Highlights of Ettela’at newspaper on Nov. 8

A special look at the headlines Ettela’at newspaper covered on Nov. 8.

Iran-US ties will improve if America stops playing big bad wolf

The secretary of the Supreme National Security Council has said that Iranophobia and Shiite Crescent plots were engineered to overshadow Iran’s position as the anchor of stability in the region.

President Rouhani calls for transparent media and regulations

President Rouhani said with transparent regulations in place, individuals cannot use a single word or a sentence as a pretext to toy with press freedom.

IRGC arrests mobile social network managers for undermining moral security

Facilitating access to obscene content through social networks, encouraging immoral behavior, and publishing insulting content were among the illegal activities of those arrested.

Iran, South Africa sign economic MoUs

Jahangiri has described as unsatisfactory the present level of Iran-South Africa economic relations and called for concrete measures to boost trade between the two countries.

Carter’s remarks show US destabilizing policies in Middle East: Iran

Such remarks show that from the perspective of US officials, Arab countries are even incapable of using the weapons they need, Afkham said in reaction to comments by Ashton Carter.

Rouhani urges on-time, complete Iran bans removal

The other side should remain committed to its obligations along with the lifting of sanctions and implement the nuclear deal completely, precisely and on time, said President Rouhani.

Iran, South Korea can cooperate to help promote peace: Rouhani

Seoul is eager to expand all-out relations with Tehran, the South Korean foreign minister said.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on Nov. 8

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

Iran plays key role in regional developments: EP President

Iran plays a key role in the settlement of the Syrian crisis, Martin Schultz said in a joint press conference with Ali Larijani in Tehran.

It’s a pity that certain media are no-shows in press exhibition

A presidential advisor has ruled out reports of government’s decision to stop certain media from participating in press exhibition, saying that lying is not a good means to achieve our goals.

Tehran-based religious site for English speakers

An English-speaking group of believers in Tehran says it aims to bring Tehran-based foreigners together and wishes to set up an English Islamic training center in Iran.

Founding father of numismatics in Iran

Coins dating back to the reign of Mohammad Ali Shah Qajar are the world’s rarest and most expensive, the veteran numismatist said.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on Nov. 7

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

Highlights of Ettela’at newspaper on Nov. 7

A special look at the headlines Ettela’at newspaper covered on Nov. 7.

Water makes much-anticipated comeback to dried up Zayandehrood River (PHOTOS)

Flow of water in Isfahan’s famous river has injected new life to the city.

Iranian diplomat challenges US panelist over ISIS

An Iranian diplomat has said that the situation in Iraq would have been much worse if Iran had not helped the country in its fight against ISIS.

Iran holds 21st press exhibition on Saturday

The exhibition dubbed “Fair Criticism and Accountability” will host over 600 national media outlets.

Civil defense chief calls US gov’t biggest threat to Iran

The confrontation between Iran and the US has its roots in the ideologies of the two sides, Brigadier General Gholamreza Jalali said.

Visually-impaired Iranian man climbs the ladder of success

Mohammad Askari was so talented that he found fault with his music teacher in a fourth session of tutoring.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on Nov. 5

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

Japan’s premier invites President Rouhani to Tokyo

The Japanese PM has praised the nuclear agreement clinched between Iran and P5+1 and emphasized the significance of its proper implementation.

Iranian VP in Hungary to attend World Science Forum

Iran's vice-president for science and technology is scheduled to deliver a speech in the World Science Forum (WSF) which focuses this year on the enabling power of science.

Syrians, not others, should decide Syria’s fate: Iranian FM

Other countries can at most play the role of a facilitator in the process of resolving the crisis in Syria, Zarif told the visiting Syrian deputy foreign minister.