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Determination and effort will foil enemy plots: Leader

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says “firm determination” and “ceaseless effort” of all Iranian youths and university students is the only way to foil enemy plots.

Greece refiner agrees to resume Iran oil purchase

Greece’s main oil refiner Hellenic Petroleum has reached an agreement with Iran for importing crude oil now that international sanctions have been lifted on Tehran.

Chinese President Starts Official Visit to Tehran

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Tehran Friday night for a state visit to Iran aimed at further boosting the traditional friendship and economic engagement between the two countries.

Wooden village in Northeastern city of Neyshabour (PHOTOS)

The wooden village is located 15 km off Mohammad Abad village in Neyshabour and is constructed by contemporary architect Hamid Mojtahedi. The structure makes an eye-catching view for visitors.

Iran to Announce Results of Probe into Attacks on Saudi Missions: Deputy FM

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said the country plans to announce the results of its investigation into attacks on the Saudi embassy in Tehran and the Saudi consulate in Mashahd in the near future.

Iran rejects OIC statement as ‘unacceptable’

Iran has dismissed as “unacceptable” the recent statement by the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), saying it runs counter to principles of the UN Charter, the OIC Charter and international law.

Tehran, Riyadh can accommodate each other: Zarif

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the Islamic Republic does not seek any tensions with Saudi Arabia, and that the two Muslim countries can coexist peacefully.

Salehi reveals untold stories about nuclear negotiations

Comments of Ali Akbar Salehi, head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization, about the most difficult moments of the nuclear talks in a televised interview at "Tonight's Headline."

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on Jan 21

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of newspapers on Thursday and picked headlines from 26 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

50 HR Organizations Call for Cancellation of Saudi Membership in UNHRC

Fifty Arab human rights organizations drew attention to Saudi Arabia’s onslaught against civilians in Yemen, calling for efforts to have the Arab country stripped of its membership in the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC).

Iran nuclear deal proves power of diplomacy: Zarif

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the landmark nuclear deal between Tehran and the P5+1 proved that regional disputes can be resolved through diplomacy.

Iran Condemns Terrorist Attack on Pakistani University

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Hossein Jaberi Ansari on Wednesday strongly denounced a deadly attack earlier in the day on Bacha Khan University in Pakistan, which killed at least 21 people.

IRGC Commander: Iran to Foil Zionist Plot to Disintegrate Iraq, Syria

Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Mohammad Ali Jafari warned against a plot hatched by the Zionist regime of Israel and its main ally, the US, to break up Iraq and Syria and made assurances that Iran will thwart the scheme.

Nuclear agreement result of Iranian nation’s endeavors: Leader

The Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the nuclear deal reached between Iran and world powers was result of endeavors of Iranian nation and scientists, not a US favor.

Nasir al-Mulk or Pink Mosque in Iran’s Shiraz

Nasir al-Mulk or Pink Mosque is one of the major tourist attractions of Shiraz, the well-known cultural city in southern Iran.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on Jan 20

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

New Report Sheds Light on Israeli Violence against Journalists in 2015

A new report prepared for the Islamic Radios and Televisions Union revealed atrocities committed by the Israeli regime against journalists across the occupied territories.

60 man-made caves in Western Iran belonging to the iron age

The caves were found in northwestern city of Maraqeh by Iranian archeologists. The following images have been released by Khabar Online News Agency:    

World giant aircraft manufacturers come together in Tehran

According to Manager of Public Relations Department of Iranian Civil Aviation Organization, world major aircraft manufacturers from Europe and the United States will gather...

Iced Waterfall, Nowdeh village, Ardebil (PHOTOS)

The picturesque waterfall cascades down 30-meter rocks in the northwestern province of Ardabil, Iran.    

Now it is 5+1 turn

In fact Iran had started implementation of Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) several months ago therefore, if "Implementation Day" is a new concept, then it is for the western party and not for Iran. However, the analyst of Fars New Agency believes that from now on when it comes to fulfillment of commitments by the other party, we should be really concerned.

Iran-Pakistan military power deters foreign plots: Shamkhani

The secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, Ali Shamkhani, says the military power of Iran and Pakistan has so far deterred many foreign plots and mischief.

Kuwaiti banks ready for cooperation with Iran in post-sanction era

Kuwaiti banks and businesses are ready for resuming cooperation with Iranian banks, Kuwaiti daily al-Rai said on Tuesday.

Iran’s response to US to come where it matters: General

A senior Iranian commander says the Islamic Republic will resolutely and relentlessly continue to upgrade its defense and missile capabilities despite hostilities, adding that Iran's response to the US will come where it matters.

Iran key to stability in Middle East: Steinmeier

The German foreign minister has emphasized the role of Iran in efforts to establish security in the troubled Middle East, expressing hope for and end to Iran-Saudi tensions.