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Iran to buy shares of African banks

Afkhami-Rad has unveiled plans for establishing joint funds and commercial chambers with African states as well as an increase in the number of Iranian commercial attachés in Africa.

Iran nabs terrorists in several provinces: Intelligence minister

The Intelligence Ministry has foiled plots by Iran’s enemies to create insecurity in the country during the month of Muharram, Alavi said.

Official hails unprecedented like-mindedness among government branches

The government spokesman has said that the Cabinet respects the views of the Judiciary chief.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on Nov. 11

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of newspapers on Wednesday and picked headlines from 23 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Highlights of Ettela’at newspaper on Nov. 11

A special look at the headlines Ettela’at newspaper covered on Nov. 11.

Military approaches no solution to Mideast crises: Iran

If some players still have the illusion of a military solution to regional crises, that would be disastrous, Zarif said in a meeting with Touhami Abdouli.

A mosque unearthed in the desert (PHOTOS)

Rig Mosque, an ancient site of worship which dates back centuries, have been dug up in central Iran.

Iran will receive Russian S-300 missile system by yearend: Dehghan

The executive stage of the deal for the delivery of S-300 is over and Iran will receive a major part of the shipment in less than two months, Brigadier General Dehghan said.

Iran, Russia stress political solution in Syria

Deputy Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian and his Russian counterpart Mikhail Bogdanov have discussed the latest developments in Syria.

Iran’s presence in Syria talks, a victory for diplomacy

An advisor to the foreign minister has said that representatives of the Syrian government and the opposition should be part of interactive talks aimed at solving the Syrian crisis.

Judiciary chief’s frank comments in support of the press and journalists

Given the sensitive role of media play, they should be lent all-out support to be able to be instrumental in prevention of vice, said Ayatollah Sadegh Amoli Larijani.

Pottery workshops in western Iran (PHOTOS)

Craftsmen in the western town of Lalejin create amazing earthenware graced with delicate and colorful images.

Haze in Iran is a product of war: Environment chief

We should bring back security to the region and thus preserve the environment, Ebtekar said.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on Nov. 10

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

Highlights of Ettela’at newspaper on Nov. 10

A special look at the headlines Ettela’at newspaper covered on Nov. 10.

Cooperation with US depends on progress of JCPOA: Nahavandian

Any possible Tehran-Washington cooperation will depend on the way the nuclear accord is implemented, Nahavandian said.

Iran’s FM says document on redesigning Arak Reactor ready

How to sign the document on redesigning Arak Reactor has yet to be agreed on, since all foreign ministers will not take part in upcoming Vienna talks, Foreign Minister Zarif said.

Germans clinch Iran’s biggest solar projects

Under the agreement, Germany will build several solar farms in Tehran, Tabriz and Isfahan as Iran embraces clean energy, Ali Barband said.

Terrorism will spill beyond Mideast if not confronted: Rouhani

Iran can serve as a center to expand economic ties between Belgium and the EU with the entire region and a timely use of the opportunity will be beneficial to nations,” President Rouhani said.

President Rouhani to visit Italy, Vatican, France

President Rouhani is to meet Italian President Sergio Mattarella, Pope Francis, and French President Francois Hollande in his state visit to Italy and France.

Exhibition of tribal hand-woven rugs (PHOTOS)

An exhibition of rugs woven by tribal people has opened in Arak, the capital of Markazi Province. More than 150 items aged between 30 and...

Highlights of Ettela’at newspaper on Nov. 9

A special look at the headlines Ettela’at newspaper covered on Nov.9.

Deputy FM: Iran should not scare away its neighbors

An Iranian official has said that the foreign and interior ministries should work out a single formula to solve the pocketbook issues of the public.

Natural beauty of autumn in northeastern Iran (PHOTOS)

The scenic beauty of the park in autumn is awe-inspiring.

Put an end to discussions over the Iran nuclear deal

Zarif has said that time has come for us to make maximal use of JCPOA, adding we should focus on the ways to seize the post-JCPOA opportunities to serve our national interests.