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Iran Signs MoU with Airbus to Buy 73 More Planes

European aviation giant Airbus said two Iranian privately owned airlines on Thursday had committed to buying 73 planes at the Paris Airshow.

Bin Salman to Replace Saudi King in Coming Days: Saudi Activist

Saudi Arabia’s King Salman will step down in favour of his son Mohammad in the next couple of days, said a Saudi Arabian activist who is known for disclosing secrets of the Saudi royal house.

Int’l Quds Day Chance to Fight Global Arrogance: IRGC

Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has issued a statement on the occasion of the International Quds Day, saying the annual Quds Day is an opportunity for the human community to fight against arrogant powers.

Iran Condemns Deadly Blast in Afghanistan

Iran’s foreign ministry has strongly condemned the recent terrorist attack in Afghanistan’s Helmand province, which killed and wounded dozens of people.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on June 22

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

Iraq Disintegration Serves Israel’s Interests: Iran’s Larijani

Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani has warned about bids to break up Iraq, saying the Arab country’s partitioning serves the interests of Israel.

Defending Palestine Is Defending Truth: Iran’s Leader

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says defending the nation of Palestine is tantamount to defending the truth, not simply defending an oppressed nation that has been driven out of its home.

Iran Urges Saudi Arabia to Free Arrested Fishermen

Iran’s Interior Ministry has urged Riyadh to release the arrested Iranian fishermen immediately.

Giant Green Roof Built in Tehran Book Garden

A giant roof has been built in an area of 10,000 square metres in the Book Garden located in the Iranian capital, Tehran.

Israel Dividing Muslims to Achieve Its Goals: Iran

Iran’s Foreign Ministry says the Israeli regime draws on internal divisions in the Muslim World to press ahead with its crimes in the occupied Palestinian territories and beyond.

Iran Sends Three Messages by Firing Six Missiles: Analyst

With launching missile strikes on ISIS positions in Syria, Iran has sent a strong message to the world that if London, Paris, Ankara and other major capitals are targeted by ISIS and nothing is made in retaliation, the story is different with Tehran.

Nazkhatoon: A Popular Iranian Food

Nazkhatoon is one of the most popular and delicious local foods in Iranian cuisine.

Iran’s Missile Strikes on ISIS, Strong Warning to US: Syrian Minister

The IRGC’s recent missile attacks on ISIS positions in Syria have made it clear to the US government that it must think twice before launching any attack on the Islamic Republic or mounting any campaign to isolate the country, a Syrian minister says.

Iran’s “Versailles Palace” Eventually Registered as National Heritage Site

Iran’s top cultural heritage body finally gave the green light for registration of the Sabet Pasal Mansion, commonly known as the Versailles Palace of Iran, as a National Heritage Site following a considerable controversy over the imminent destruction of the architectural masterpiece.

IRGC May Repeat Missile Attacks on ISIS Positions: Spokesman

The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps spokesperson raised the possibility of repetition of missile attacks similar to a recent one against Daesh (ISIL) terrorists in Syria’s Deir ez-Zor, saying it would depend on the conduct of the enemies.

Internal Struggle Imminent in Saudi Royal Family: Analyst

With the elevation of Mohammad bin Salman to the crown prince of Saudi Arabia, the Saudi family will get involved in a fierce internal struggle, says an Iranian expert on Middle East affairs.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on June 21

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

40,000 Inmates in Iran Granted Amnesty in One Year

Iran's Judiciary spokesman, Gholam-Hossein Mohseni-Eje’I, says nearly 40,000 prisoners in Iran have been granted amnesty in a one-year period.

President Rouhani Praises IRGC’s Timely Attack on ISIS Positions

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani praised a recent missile strike the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) launched against terrorists in Syria as an appropriate and timely action, warning that any hostile plot against Iran is going to receive a harsh response.

Iran’s Pistachio Exports on Rise

Official statistics indicate that Iran’s pistachio exports have witnessed a growing trend over the past few years.

“Radical Ideology to Survive in Mideast Even after ISIS”

With the recent achievements of the Iraqi forces and Popular Mobilization Units (PMU) in their fight against ISIS terrorists in Iraq, it seems the days of ISIS are numbered in Iraq. But does it mean the region will finally get rid of radical ideologies?

ISIS Elements Are ‘Corrupters of Earth’ in Iran’s Law

The Iranian judiciary spokesman says those cooperating with the ISIS and other terrorist groups are considered as ‘corrupters of the earth’ according to Iran’s Islamic law.

Mideast Terror Attacks Part of Israel’s Agenda: Iran

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has described the terrorist operations across the Middle East as part of Israel’s agenda, warning that anti-terror campaigns in the region should not divert attentions from the Palestinian crisis.

Iran Strongly Denounces London Mosque Attack

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi strongly condemned a recent deadly attack in London in which a van plowed into Muslim worshippers outside a mosque, killing one person and injuring eleven others.

Iran Leader to Iraqi PM: Don’t Trust US

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has warned against placing trust in the United States, saying Washington is against Iraq’s independence and unity.