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Fatemeh Askarieh

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Fatemeh Askarieh is an Iranian journalist working on a range of fields including culture, art, lifestyle, cultural heritage, and tourism. She has been working with the Iran Front Page (IFP) Media Group for 10 years, and is currently the head of the Art and Lifestyle Department.

‘Referendum Only Solution to Palestine Issue’

While highlighting a concerted effort to counter Israeli atrocities against Palestinians, an Iranian official says the only solution to the issue of Palestine is holding a referendum.

Trump Cuts Phone Call with Australiam PM Short!

In a phone call with Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull, Trump lambasted an agreement between the two countries over refugee resettlement and bragged about the size of his Electoral College victory.

Ancient Festival of Sadeh in Southern Iran

Iranian Zoroastrians, and even some non-Zoroastrian Iranians, annually celebrate Sadeh, an ancient Iranian festival that takes place 50 days before Nowruz, the Persian New Year.

Avalanche in Western Iran Kills 4, Wounds 6

Several people have been killed and wounded in an avalanche in Western Iranian city of Sardasht, an emergency official announced.

Iranian Artists Pay Tribute to Firefighters Killed in Plasco Collapse

A number of Iranian artists as well as dozens of citizens gathered in front of Tehran’s City Theatre to pay tribute to the selfless firefighters who lost their lives or suffered injuries in the recent collapse of Plasco Building.

Multimedia Art Exhibition in Tehran Warns People about Threats to Environment

The multimedia art exhibition Jazr [literally ebb tide] is underway in Silk Road Gallery, Tehran, with a focus on environmental issues, water in particular.

Winter Nature of Northwestern Iran

Winter snow has covered all the trees, lakes, plains, and mountains near the city of Urmia in northwestern Iran.

Laft, Ancient Port in Persian Gulf Island of Qeshm

Laft Port with its ancient waterfront is situated on Qeshm Island in Persian Gulf. The port village is also known for its wells and wind-catchers.

Italian Photographer Portrays Use of Science and Math in Persian Architecture

Italian photographer Massimo Rumi spent a month travelling around the breathtaking ancient mosques and bazaars of Iran, and took stunning photos of Islamic buildings, which show how Persian architects used science and math in their works.

Int’l Festival of Tribes Culture Held in Iran

The 10th International Festival of Tribes Culture was held in the Iranian northeastern city of Gorgan, the capital of Golestan Province.

Migratory Birds in Iranian Wetlands

Each year when the cold seasons arrive, Iranian wetlands turn to a haven for migratory birds crossing the country. These guests stay in Iran until early March.

Snowman Festival in Northwestern Iran

People in northwestern Iranian province of East Azarbaijan are used to heavy snowfalls in late autumn and early winter. This year, a snowman festival has attracted many people in the provincial capital of Tabriz.

Christians in Tehran Go Shopping on Christmas

There are a number of streets and neighbourhoods in the Iranian capital where Christians, mostly Armenians and Assyrians, are in the majority. Christians, and even Muslims, annually go shopping on these streets ahead of new Christian year.

Two Art Expositions Underway in Tehran

The 5th edition of Sculpture Biennial for Urban Space, and the 4th International Art Festival of Resistance are being held in Tehran.

Quadcopter Shot Down in Tehran over Security Concerns

A drone reportedly used for making a documentary film was shot down in central Tehran this morning after “unintentionally” trespassing on a prohibited airspace near the house of Iran’s Leader and the President’s office, officials noted.

Iraqi People in Mosul Kill ISIS’ Mufti

A Mufti affiliated with the ISIS terrorist group who had allowed the terrorists to shell the northern Iraqi city of Mosul was killed by the city’s residents.

Wedding Ceremonies of Iranian Turkmens

Turkmen people of Iran, most of whom live in northeastern province of Golestan, observe special traditions in their wedding ceremonies.

Eucharist Ceremony in Tehran’s St. Sarkis Church

Armenian people in Tehran gathered in St. Sarkis Church to hold the Eucharist ceremony.

Foreign Tourists Visiting Iran’s Kashan

Kashan is a city in Isfahan Province, central Iran. With an approximate population of 300,000, the small city attracts thousands of Iranian and foreign tourists each year.

Autumn in Northern Iranian City of Behshahr

Behshahr is a city in Mazandaran province, north of Iran. It is located on the coast of the Caspian Sea, north of Alborz Mountains.

Iranian Cleric Urges Retaliation for US Breaches of Nuclear Deal

A senior Iranian cleric slammed the US Congress for its recent move to extend sanctions against Iran for another ten years, saying that it is now time for the Islamic Republic to retaliate such violations of the JCPOA, a nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers.

Ali Daei Offers Condolences over Death of Brazilian Footballer in Plane Crash

Iran’s football legend Ali Daei has released a message of condolence over the death of Brazilian football player Filipe Machado in the recent Columbia plane crash.

Iran’s Lavash Bread Inscribed at UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List

The United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) inscribed Iran’s lavash (flatbread) in the list of its intangible cultural heritage.

Cartoon: Fidel Castro Dies after Years of Defying US

Prominent Iranian cartoonist Bozorgmehr Hosseinpour has portrayed the late leader of Cuban Revolution Fidel Castro in his latest cartoon.

Will Post-9/11 Atmosphere Re-Engulf White House after Pompeo’s Election?

Mike Pompeo was recently declared as Donald Trump's pick to lead the US Central Intelligence Agency (CIA). The election has raised serious questions about the future of US policies.

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