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Iranian FM Congratulates Haniya on Appointment as New Hamas Chief

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif congratulated Ismail Haniya on his post as the new chief of Palestinian resistance movement Hamas’ political bureau, reaffirming Tehran’s commitment to supporting Palestinians in their battle against Zionist occupation.

Iranian, Canadian FMs Discuss Holding Iran Elections for Expats

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif called on Canada to open the way for Iranians residing in the North American country to cast their ballots in the upcoming presidential election.

Presidential Candidate Urges Rivals to Declare Wealth

Iranian presidential hopeful Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf told the Fars News Agency that people are entitled to know where the country’s officials live, what possessions they have and what activities they are involved in.

Iranian Oil Experts Accuse Rouhani of Downgrading Domestic Capabilities

A number of the Iranian oil experts have reacted to recent comments by President Rouhani about the vital role of the nuclear deal in the completion of domestic oil projects, saying that he has overstated the impact of the JCPOA and imparted incorrect information

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on May 9

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

Miserable Saudis Currying Favour with Israel to Counter Iran

Iran’s defense minister says Saudi Arabia, which has a history of teaming up with other regimes against Tehran, has now become so miserable as to ally itself with Israel against the Islamic Republic.

Jahangiri to Focus on Knowledge-Based Firms for Job Creation

Eshaq Jahangiri, one of the six candidates running for Iran’s presidency, highlighted the role of knowledge-based companies in creating job opportunities for the country’s young labor force.

Raisi Explains about Tax Exemption of Foundation He Runs

Iranian presidential candidate Seyyed Ebrahim Raisi has responded to the criticisms raised about the tax exemption of Astan Quds Razavi, the charitable foundation he manages.

Rouhani Slams Conservative Rival for Tax Evasion

Iranian presidential candidate Hassan Rouhani has lashed out at Raisi, one of his conservative rivals, for refusing to pay taxes in the charitable foundation he runs.

Iran Calls for Pakistan’s Swift Action to Secure Borders

Iran's Interior Minister Abdolreza Rahmani Fazli has called on Pakistan to take swift measures to improve security along its borders with Iran.

Iran’s Persepolis Advances to ACL Round of 16

Iran’s Persepolis football team defeated Al Wahda 4-2 and advanced to the 2017 AFC Champions League Round of 16 on Monday.

Iran, Afghanistan Starting Long-Term Strategic Cooperation

Iranian foreign ministry spokesman says Iran and its eastern neighbour Afghanistan have drawn up draft documents on long-term strategic cooperation on a range of issue during a recent bilateral meeting.

Enemies to Regret Any Aggression on Iran: Top Officer

A top Iranian general says any aggression on Iran’s territory will receive a crushing response in the form of attacks on targets the Islamic Republic determines.

Trump’s Visit to Riyadh Will Cost Saudis $68 Million

A secret letter signed by the Saudi king shows the Arab country plans to spend as much as $68 million to welcome US President Donald Trump in his first foreign trip.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on May 8

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

“People Should Be Informed of Candidates’ Lifestyles”

A mainstream Iranian daily has urged the state radio and TV to shed more light on the lifestyles of presidential candidates.

Iran’s President Congratulates Macron, Hopes for Closer Ties with Paris

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani congratulated French president-elect Emmanuel Macron on election win, voicing Tehran’s readiness for stronger relations with Paris in diverse fields.

Website Launched by Qalibaf Blocked ahead of Iran Election

A website launched by Iranian presidential candidate Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf for job applicants has been officially blocked after it was declared to be an illegal move ahead of the May 19 presidential election.

400 University Students Food Poisoned in Iran

At least 400 university students in central Iranian city of Yazd were food poisoned, with almost half of them hospitalized on Monday morning, an emergency official declared.

ISIS Leader in Afghanistan Killed in Joint Operation

Abdul Hasib, the head of ISIS in Afghanistan, was killed in a joint operation conducted by Afghan and US Special Forces in the eastern province of Nangarhar.

13 More Bodies Found in Iranian Mine Explosion Disaster

Rescue teams have reclaimed 13 more bodies on Monday morning from a coal mine that collapsed in northeast of Iran after gas explosion last week, local authorities said.

Iran Welcomes Results of French Presidential Election

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi hailed the results of French presidential election, and expressed the hope that Tehran-Paris ties would be expanded after the new president takes the office.

“Pledge to Increase Cash Subsidies Aimed at Buying Votes”

A top Iranian parliamentarian says the promise of increasing cash handouts by some presidential candidates is a clear example of vote-buying.

Iran Makes History by Finishing 3rd in Beach Soccer World Cup

Iran national team ended their Bahamas 2017 campaign on a high with a 5-3 win against Italy in the play-off for third place to become Asia's highest ever finishers at the Beach Soccer World Cup.

Iranian DM’s Strong Reaction to Saudi Arabia’s War Rhetoric

Iranian Defence Minister seriously warned Saudi Arabian rulers that if they do anything wrong, the Islamic Republic will hit back almost all areas in the Arab country, except for Mecca and Medina.