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IRGC Army Chief: Message of peace, friendship for peace-seeking countries
Commander of revolution guards Army said here Saturday in a meeting with foreign embassiesˈ military attaches in Tehran that Iranˈs message for entire peace-seeking, freedom-seeking, and humane countries of the world is a message of peace and friendship.
Iran sends relief aid to flood-hit Balkans: Official
Iran has dispatched humanitarian aid to flood-stricken countries in the Balkans, an official with the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) says.
Peyman Moadi selected for Shanghai film festival jury
The celebrated Iranian actor/director/writer Peyman Moadi has been selected for the international jury of the 17th Shanghai International Film Festival, announced the organizers.
Iranian-Austrian Symphony Orchestra to perform in Tehran
A joint Symphony Orchestra of Iranian and Austrian musicians is slated to present programs in the Iranian capital city of Tehran.
Iran nuclear talks encouraging: German FM
Germany's foreign minister has described as “encouraging” the ongoing negotiations between Iran and six world powers over the Islamic Republic’s nuclear energy program.
Turkish cultural festival presented in Tehran
Turkish cultural festival presented in Tehran , A number of Turkish artworks have been presented during a cultural exhibition held in Tehran’s Saba Art and Cultural Institute.
Big Brother not the only political canal in Persian Gulf
The Political adviser of the president’s office has said Kuwaiti emir’s visit to Tehran has proved the political issues in Persian Gulf have not gone only through Big Brother’s canal.
Alan Eyre rejects Iranian guard’s presence in US
Alan Eyre has rejected all news going on wire on Iranian guard keeper’s application for asylum in the US.
German Iranologist honored in Tehran
The Persian literary monthly Bokhara paid tribute to German Iranologist Heidemarie Koch, author of “Persepolis, Shiny Capital of the Persian Empire”, during a ceremony in Tehran on Thursday.
Turkey extends contract to import Iran oil: Official
Tehran and Ankara have renewed a bilateral agreement on the export of Iran’s oil to Turkey, an Iranian energy official says.
Asghar Farhadi to head APSA jury
The Asia Pacific Screen Awards (APSA) announced long time APSA Academy member and internationally renowned Iranian filmmaker Asghar Farhadi as President of the International Jury for the 2014 Awards in December.
Iran can target enemy interests across globe: Cmdr.
A senior Iranian commander has warned that Iran is capable of targeting the enemy’s strategic interests across the globe in case of any act of aggression against the Islamic Republic.
Zarif Appreciates Algeria’s Stance towards Iran’s Nuclear Program
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif in a meeting with Algerian Parliament Speaker Mohamed Al-Arabi Walad Khalifa thanked Algeria for its principled stances in support of Iran's inalienable nuclear rights.
Iran Planning to Attract More Tourists
Head of Iran's Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Organization (ICHHTO) Massoud Soltanifar vowed to do his organization's best to pave the ground for attracting more tourists to the country's holy shrines.
Supreme Leader Calls for Muslims’ Vigilance against Enemies’ Divisive Plots
Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei underlined the vital importance of boosting unity among Muslim nations, and called on Islamic countries to be watchful of the plots hatched by enemies to wreak havoc on them.
Photos: Tomb of Persian Poet Omar Khayyam in Neishabour
Photos: Tomb of Persian Poet Omar Khayyam in Neishabour.Omar Khayyam was a Persian polymath, philosopher, mathematician, astronomer and poet. He also wrote treatises on mechanics, geography, mineralogy, music, and Islamic theology.
President Rouhani: Iranian Hotels Heavy Tourist Traffic
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani welcomed the outstanding increase in the foreign tourists' visits to the country, and said many Iranian hotels have been reserved by them to the end of 2014.
Iran, Russia Mulling $10bln Deal in Power Sector
The Islamic Republic of Iran and Russia are working out a $10-billion deal in the power sector.
Iran Hopes for Restoration of Stability in Thailand
Iran’s foreign ministry hoped that the current unrest in Thailand will end and peace will return to the South East Asian country.
Source: Iran’s Zarif, EU’s Ashton to Review N. Talks in Turkey
Zarif and Ashton will meet in Turkey’s Istanbul in order to review the latest progress in the course of nuclear talks between Tehran and six world powers, an informed source said.
FM: Iran Attaches Great Significance to Ties with African Nations
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif emphasized that the current administration sees no obstacle in the way of promoting cooperation with the African nations.
Iran: Opponents of Iran-Powers Negotiations Want Prolonged Talks
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister said prolonged negotiations between Tehran and the Group 5+1 would serve the interests of those foreigners who have voiced opposition to the Geneva deal and seek tension in the region.
Rouhani Asks for Promotion of Muslim Media to Show True Face of Islam
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani underlined the necessity for reinforcing media and news corporations in the Muslim states in a bid to display the true face of Islam to the world.
Supreme Leader: Solution to Economic, Political Problems Exists inside Iran
Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei once again underscored the necessity for using internal capacities to settle the economic and political problems existing in Iran.