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Stolen Iranian antiques returned from Belgium

Following a Belgian court ruling, 349 Iranian artifacts dating back millennia have been sent back to Iran.

Iran hits 66% copper production target

In order to boost copper production capacity, new investment and development plans are inevitable, said a senior industry ministry official.

Iran constant supporter of Iraqis: KRG president

Iran stood by Iraq in a difficult situation when ISIL was threatening Erbil and Baghdad, and this measure is worthy of appreciation, said Masoud Barzani.

Iran’s Army Employs Suicide Drone in Drills

The drone is like a mobile bomb, capable of destroying fixed and mobile targets, said the commander of the Iranian Army Ground Force.

Iran Army tests military hardware during major drill

Different types of military hardware and weapons are deployed both in the water and on land during the drill, which is the largest of its kind in the region.

Winter in Khalkhal-Asalem region in Iran in photos

Winter has created scenic views in Khalkhal-Asalem region, northern Iran.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on Dec. 27

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

Religious minorities enjoy peace in Iran

Thomas Meram, the Archbishop of Assyrians, Chaldean and Catholics minorities living in Orumiyeh, has said that religious minorities live peacefully in Iran thanks to the wise leadership of the Supreme Leader.

Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System in photos

Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System, which is a collection of dams, tunnels, ancillary canals and watermills in Shushtar, Khuzestan Province, shows how Iranians in the Achaemenid Era used to provide water to the city.

Iran’s economy grows 4 percent in six months

A report released by the Central Bank shows that Iran’s economy posted 4 percent growth in the first half of the year [started March 2014].

Seminary official and students weigh in on a TV series about clerics

Seminary students lead a simple and unassuming life. Unfortunately, the younger generation only knows clerics through TV.

Iranian Army’s massive war game gets underway

The Iranian Army has staged massive maneuvers code-named Mohammad Rasoulallah (Mohammad, the Messenger of God) to display the country’s military prowess.

Perils of holy ignorance

Prominent Shiite thinker Mostafa Mohaghegh Damad expounds on his book on the so-called holy ignorance.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on Dec. 25

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of newspapers on Thursday and picked headlines from 14 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

The gum-chewing that set tongues wagging

An Iranian diplomat's gum chewing has elicited derisive comments and reactions from Iranian Internet users.

Rock castle of Sirjan in Kerman Province in photos

Qaleh Sang (rock castle) of Sirjan in Kerman Province goes back to the Sassanid Era.

Ali Larijani: Iran will continue to back Iraq in anti-ISIL fight

The parliament speaker says Tehran hopes those countries that have spread terrorism in the region, would change their approaches, adding Iran will continue to support Iraq in its anti-ISIL fight.

Three terrorist ringleaders arrested on border: Intelligence min.

Border guards arrested three terrorists bent on launching suicide attacks on religious congregations in the capital.

Iran slams allegations of women’s rights violation

The Iranian judiciary chief has rejected reports that women’s rights are trampled in Iran or that mass executions have taken place in the country.

Larijani congratulates counterparts on Christmas

Iran's parliament speaker congratulates Jesus Christ's birth, saying violence and extremism are the main concerns of all nations and followers of divine religions.

President Rouhani congratulates counterparts on Christmas

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani sends Christmas message to world leaders and Pope.

Iran has rejected illegitimate demands in nuclear talks: Zarif

The Iranian foreign minister says his negotiators have tried to be creative and innovative and have offered solutions in talks with P5+1.

By 2040 countries lacking nuclear-generated electricity will fall apart

Production of nuclear energy is cheaper than wind and solar energies and is not tied to any specific climatic conditions.

Tehran University, a hangout of the opponents of nuclear program

Javan, a principlist daily, analyzes the ideology and performance of a group of individuals who have disputed the achievements of the country’s nuclear program.

Iran becomes the ninth member of an exclusive club of nations tapping geothermal energy

Almost a dozen areas across Iran are suitable for generation of geothermal energy.