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Iran raps Europe for following US sanctions policies

The chairman of Iran's Expediency Council has criticized Europe for following the US policies in imposing unfair sanctions against other countries.

Gaps between Iran and P5+1 have narrowed: Rouhani

After a meeting with the heads of the other two branches of government Tuesday, the president told reporters the nuclear case was one of the issues that came up for discussion at the meeting.

Iranian religious minorities enjoying freedom, respect: Bishop Mirm

Bishop Thomas Mirm says complete freedom and respect were the results of Iran’s 1979 Islamic Revolution for religious minorities of the country.

Iraqis have not torched Iran’s flag

After Iran’s elimination from the 2015 Asian Cup, some tried to capitalize on the hurt feelings of the Iranians and spread rumors that Iran’s flag had been set ablaze in Baghdad.

In national security matters, please don’t make noise!

The official news agency rallies behind the moderate approach of the president and his diplomats in interaction with the rest of the world.

Nahavandian consults with Turkish envoy on preferential tariffs

Iran’s economy should be competitive to progress and in doing so private sectors of the two countries should feel balanced benefits.

Nuclear negotiations nearing sensitive stage: Iranian negotiator

The prospects of the conclusion of a final comprehensive nuclear deal depend on good faith displayed by the other side, Araghchi said.

Attack on Shia Lebanese in Syria serves Israel: Iran

Iran called on the UN to seriously confront terrorism and oblige countries to fulfill their commitments as stipulated in Security Council resolutions.

Iranian scientists enter new stage in space science: President Rouhani

The government is determined to continue the path toward national progress, said President Rouhani, vowing that in a few years Iran’s space needs will be fully fulfilled by domestic technology.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on Feb. 3

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of newspapers on Tuesday and picked headlines from 15 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Top MP: Iran is growing at a fast pace

Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani has said Iran is growing rapidly, but it needs to give momentum to its production sector to move forward even faster.

Zibakalam has sent a critical letter to Ayatollah Jannati

Zibakalam said the recent remarks by Ayatollah Jannati about the demise of King Abdullah are in contradiction with the principle of Shiite-Sunni unity.

Egypt’s Al-Azhar urges Iran to ban movie “Muhammad (PBUH)”

The movie director said the main aim behind his grand cinematic project is to denounce extremist moves by those who resort to violence in the name of Islam.

Rahimi, a link in the chain of offenses committed by the Ahmadinejad gov’t

An analytical look at widespread violation of rules by executive officials during the presidency of Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.

Rahimi paid money to MPs to prevent impeachment: Deputy

An Iranian MP has said that new charges should be leveled against the former vice-president for insulting the establishment and disputing the legislative elections.

Art needs freedom and with courage comes freedom

Grandson of the late Imam, Seyyed Hassan Khomeini, has said that it takes courage to enjoy freedom which is itself a must for art.

Ninja girls take their training sessions to nature

The allure of performing feats in nature has prompted Ninja girls to practice martial arts outdoors.

Tehran ready to ink regional convention on power plant safety: Iran nuclear chief

Iran is ready to create a regional safety convention for the supervision of the regional countries' power plant operations, said Salehi.

Iran, Egypt hold common anti-terror stance: Iran diplomat

A senior Iranian diplomat says Iran and Egypt share common ground with regard to opposing any act of terror in the Middle East, particularly in Syria and Iraq.

Lebanese PM asks for Iran’s assistance in settlement of presidency crisis

We hope that Tehran will help the progress of affairs toward ending the political vacuum and election of a new president, said the Lebanese Prime Minister.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on Feb. 2

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of newspapers on Monday and picked headlines from 17 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran, Russia ties help Syria fight terror: Velayati

A senior Iranian official says “constructive” cooperation between Iran and Russia has helped the Syrian nation gain the upper hand in its battle against the militants.

Pakistan will honor undertaking to lay gas pipelines on its side

Islamabad has said that it will fulfill its undertaking to lay gas pipelines on Pakistan soil, adding that gas imports from Iran will begin as of late 2016 or early 2017.

A firsthand account by a veteran journalist

Fereydoon Sedighi, a veteran journalist, takes us back in time to the day the late Imam Khomeini made a historic return to his homeland.

Have you ever gasped for breath?

Air pollution in Iran’s southern province of Khuzestan has rendered breathing difficult for residents.